Saturday, July 22
Arlee holds summer reading program
ARLEE — The Jocko Valley Library’s Summer Reading Program, “Build a Better World,” invites readers of all ages and abilities to enjoy the following themes: “explore” their five senses; “discover” the natural treasures of our area; and finally to investigate the final theme “transformation.” Each event will include a snack, craft activity or game and time for new books. The program runs from June 6-Aug. 1, with special events on Tuesdays from 9:30-11 a.m. Call 726-3572 for more information.
Saturday, July 22
Arlee summer food program begins
ARLEE — Arlee Schools’ Summer Food Program will start on June 12 and go until Aug. 4, Monday-Friday. Breakfast will be served from 7:30-10:30 a.m. and lunch will be served from 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Saturday, July 22
Boys and Girls Club starts in Ronan, Polson
LAKE COUNTY — The Flathead Reservation and Lake County Boys and Girls Club will operate a summer program at both their Polson and Ronan sites Monday-Friday (not July 4) from 8 a.m.-6 p.m. The cost is $25 per month or $75 for the entire summer program, which runs June 12-Aug. 18. The summer program focuses on academics, good character and citizenship and developing healthy lifestyles. Applications may be picked up onsite or at: www.flatheadbgc. org.
Saturday, July 22
Cherry Valley serves breakfast, lunch
POLSON — Monday, June 12, is the first day of the free breakfast and lunch Summer Food Service Program in Polson. Cherry Valley, 107 Eighth Ave. W, is the site for the program. Breakfast will be served from 7:30-9:30 a.m. and lunch from 11 a.m.-1:15 p.m., Monday-Friday. All children 18 years old and under eat for free. Lunches are available for adults for a fee. All kids can come enjoy food in a safe, fun, healthy environment. The program ends on Friday, Aug. 4.
Saturday, July 22
Fitness for kids’ program starts
PABLO — Salish Kootenai College's “Making Fitness Fun Program” (open to youth 7 years and older) begins Monday, June 12 and goes from 8:30 a.m.-noon, Monday through Thursday, until Aug. 17. The program will be held at the Salish Kootenai College Joe McDonald Gymnasium. Physical activities will be provided in-between breakfast and lunch. Activities include: swimming, kickball, football, basketball, dodge ball, Native games, volleyball, soccer, shinny, bike riding and gardening. Activities are intended to keep kids busy and active during the summer months. Transportation is provided Monday through Thursday to Ronan and Polson Boys and Girls Clubs daily at about noon. Contact Mike Tryon or Paul Phillips at Salish Kootenai College for more information at 406-275-4916 or 406-275-4917.
Saturday, July 22
RMS begins food program
RONAN — Ronan Middle School will serve kid friendly meals for lunch and breakfast Monday-Friday (excluding July 4th) from June 12-Aug. 18. Breakfast will be served from 8:15- 10:30 a.m. and lunch from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. There is no cost to all children 18 years old and younger or for special needs children to age 21. Adult meal prices are $2.50 for breakfast and $4 for lunch. For more information, call 406-676-3390 x 7226.
Saturday, July 22
Native culture activities taught on Wednesdays through Aug. 9
POLSON — The Polson School Indian Education Committee is sponsoring Summer Native Culture activities available to all kids on Wednesdays from 11:30 a.m.- 1 p.m. Kids will learn about Native plants, Tribal forests, Native art, crafts, traditional tools, and drumming. Participants will experience hands-on activities and take home their own handiwork. Activities begin June 21 at the Polson Middle School and run through August 9 – except July 5. Lunch is provided. For additional information, call the District Office at 406-883-6355.
Saturday, July 22
‘Good Old Days’ celebrated
ST. IGNATIUS — The 35th “Good Old Days” celebration will take place all day on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, July 21, 22, and 23 at the St. Ignatius Good Old Days Park. Friday family night will start with a barbecue dinner, followed by entertainment and fireworks. Saturday will be a pancake breakfast at the Community Center, a parade, fun and games in the park, along with lots of special events and food. Sunday will be a pancake breakfast and a Fly-In at 8:30 a.m. at the airport.
Saturday, July 22
Class of 1977 to come together
ST. IGNATIUS — Members of the St. Ignatius High School graduating class of 1977 will meet Friday at the barbecue held at the Good Old Days field. On Saturday night dinner and drinks will take place at 6 p.m. at Ninepipe Lodge.
Choose your run in St. Ignatius
ST. IGNATIUS — St. Luke Community Healthcare’s 35th Annual Buffalo Run will be held July 15 and consists of a 1-mile, a 4-mile, and a 7-mile half marathon runs. The half marathon starts promptly at 7 a.m. with the other races starting at 8 a.m. The annual run begins in front of Gamble’s Hardware and the course is in and around the town of St. Ignatius and is mostly flat. Entry deadline is July 10. Entry forms are available for download at stlukehealthcare. org or by calling 406-528- 5321.
Enjoy summer concert in Big Arm
BIG ARM — The Big Arm Association will hold a summer concert at our historic Big Arm School on Saturday, July 22, at 6 p.m. Music will be provided by Charles Lutz and friends. They will play a mixture of country, rock and roll, and patriotic music. We will serve ice cream from The Cove with all the fixings during intermission. Come and join us for a fun-filled summer evening of music and fun. For more information, please call 406-849-5522.
Play basketball in downtown Polson
POLSON — The Flathead Lake 3-on-3 basketball tournament is played in the streets of downtown Polson, July 22-23, just a slam dunk away from beautiful Flathead Lake. Please join us for one of the most fun and popular athletic events in Montana. Financial support provided mainly through team fees and corporate sponsors has enabled 3-on-3 to donate its net proceeds to local charities. Play hard, laugh a lot and lend a hand to this charitable event. For more information, go to: flatheadlake3on3. com.