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 13-Aug. 26. Applications may be picked up onsite or at: www.flatheadbgc.org. Breakfast and lunch will be provided by school feeding programs and a snack and dinner will be provided by the club. Activities include: art, technology, swimming, fitness, gardening, photography, robotics, reading, character development, hiking and community service. Additional activities include: Ninepipes Museum, library reading program, camping in Glacier Park, Summer Brain Gain program, SMART moves program.

ARLEE — The Arlee Jocko Valley Museum, run by the Arlee Historical Society, opens for the summer July 4 and will be open every other Saturday from 2-4 p.m. or by appointment, until Labor Day. The museum has many historical displays including many photographs of Native and homesteading families. There are hundreds of obituaries with genealogy information. There is also a military display commemorating those who have given their lives for this country. The Arlee Museum is located at corner of Bouch and Fyant (by the grade school). For more information or to arrange a viewing appointment, call 406-726-3167.

RONAN — The Lake County Fair Livestock Barns will be open to the public 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Wednesday, July 27-Saturday, July 30.

RONAN — Come see the Mission Mountain Quilt Guild’s 2016 quilt show held Thursday, July 28, through Saturday July 30, at the K. William Harvey Elementary School gym. Show hours are 10 a.m.-6 p.m. on Thursday and Friday and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on Saturday.

HOT SPRINGS — The Blues Festival continues at the Symes Hotel when John Kelley provides “Electrical Revival” from 8-10 p.m.

POLSON — Beef is on the “Fifth Friday” menu at the Polson Community Church, 1814 First Street E. The meal will be served from 4:30-6:30 p.m. on Friday, July 29. Admission is free for you, your family and friends.

POLSON — Dr. Steven Irwin is retiring Friday, July 29, after 35 years of service in Polson. Providence St. Joseph Medical Center, 6 Thirteenth Ave. E, invites you to Dr. Irwin’s retirement and farewell event in the hospital lobby Friday, July 29, from 5-6:30 p.m. Refreshments will be served. Dr. Irwin will continue his work with Polson Health and Rehab and Hot Springs Nursing Home. He will be spending time with his kids and grandkids, enjoying Montana, and his many hobbies.

RONAN — Friday begins with 8:30 a.m. judge’s orientation; sheep and beef breeding at 9 a.m.; 11:30 a.m. rabbit showmanship and judging. Mission Mountain Quilt Guild will hold their show at 10 a.m. The Lake County Fair has a new addition to the schedule with a 4-H project costume competition at 2 p.m. on Friday afternoon. It should be entertaining for the participants and spectators alike. The day ends with a 5-7:30 p.m. 4-H open class talent show; 7:30 beef showmanship; 9-11 p.m. 4-H Ambassador’s Dance.

POLSON — On July 29, area friends, MSU Alumni, families and Bobcat Boosters are invited to participate in a Flathead Lake dinner cruise. This event is designed specifically for MSU alums, families and friends whether or not you participate in the golf scramble. MSU President Waded Cruzado will host the cruise, which departs on board the “Shadow” from the KwaTaqNuk Resort at 6 p.m. and returns at 9 p.m. A buffet dinner will be served on the boat, as well as a cash bar. Tickets are $45 per person or $100 for a family with children under 12. The golf scramble is hosted at the Polson Bay Golf Club on July 30. The format will be similar to last year’s event. The scramble will begin with a shotgun start at 10 a.m., followed by a social hour and barbecue. Entry fee is $500 per team. All proceeds benefit the MSU Bobcat Athletic Scholarship Fund. For further information, tickets and registration contact Shad at 406-883-8803 or shad.hupka@fib.com.

POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library holds game days and Friday flicks on alternative weeks from 3:45-5:15 p.m. in the library meeting room. For more information contact the library at 406-883-8225.

POLSON — The city of Polson will hold their annual bike auction on Saturday, July 30, at the City Shop at the corner of First Street E and Eleventh Ave. E (other items will also be available). Walk through of bikes happens at 9:30 a.m., auction starts promptly at 10 a.m. Call 406-883-8212 for more information.

RONAN — The large animal round robin is at 10 a.m. and the small animal round robin is at 11:30 a.m. The Lake County Fair will have the first ever ranch rodeo. It begins at 1 p.m. The small-fry stock show and ranch rodeo dinner and awards are at 5 p.m. At 7:30 p.m. there will be an arena dance to the band Exit 53 from Billings.

POLSON — The MSU golf scramble is hosted by the Polson Bay Golf Club on July 30. The format will be similar to last year’s event. The scramble will begin with a shotgun start at 10 a.m., followed by a social hour and barbecue. Entry fee is $500 per team. All proceeds benefit the MSU Bobcat Athletic Scholarship Fund. For further information, tickets and registration contact Shad at 406-883-8803 or shad. hupka@fib.com.

HOT SPRINGS — Hot Springs Blues Festival, a two-day fun festival at the Symes Hotel, includes music from: Rafael Tranquilino, Mike Bader Band, Zeppo, Kevin Van Dort. Call 406-741-2361 for more information.

RONAN — The Lake County Fair will have an MBHA barrel race from noon-4 p.m. and breakaway roping for the ladies will follow.

RONAN — Stall cleaning will take place at the Lake County Fair Grounds from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 1, and Tuesday, Aug. 2.

POLSON — The Port Polson Players in association with the Mission Valley Friends of the Arts present “Guys On Ice” a musical/comedy. Shows will take place Wednesday-Saturday, Aug. 11-28, at 8 p.m., Sunday matinees are at 2 p.m. The Theater on the Lake is located on Highway 93 S at Boettcher Park. For reservations call 406-883-9212 or go to: portpolsonplayers@centurytel.net.

POLSON — At 10 a.m. on Mondays, North Lake County Library Public Library hold Mother Goose book and finger plays for the little ones. Makerspace hands-on activities for children of all ages are held Mondays from 1-3 p.m. For more information contact the library at 406-883-8225.

POLSON — The Port Polson Players in Association with the Mission Valley Friends of the Arts present “Shadows On Oak Island” a mystery/thriller. Shows will take place Wednesday-Saturday, July 21-Aug. 7, at 8 p.m., Sunday matinees are at 2 p.m. The Theater on the Lake is located on Highway 93 S at Boettcher Park. For reservations call 406-883- 9212 or go to: portpolsonplayers@ centurytel.net.

RONAN — The Ronan City Council will meet at Ronan City Hall on Monday, Aug. 1, from 6-7 p.m.

POLSON — Sandpiper Art Gallery, 306 Main Street, presents “Exceptionally Eclectic” an exhibit of artwork from member artists Alice Varnum (ink/watercolor), Cynthia Hoelscher (fabric art), Charlie Fudge (woodworking), Carole Daniels (encaustic/watercolor), Michael Stockhill (photography), and Gitti Miller (basketry) from Saturday, July 9-Monday, Aug. 22.

Summertime breakfast, lunch served  through Aug. 5

POLSON — June 6 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. The program ends on Aug. 5.

Ronan summertime breakfast, lunch served through Aug. 19

RONAN — Ronan Middle School will serve kid friendly meals for lunch and breakfast Monday-Friday (excluding July 4th) from June 9-Aug. 19. Breakfast will be served from 8:15-10:30 a.m. and lunch from 11:30 a.m.-12:55 p.m. There is no cost to all children 18 years old and younger. Adult meal prices are $2.50 for breakfast and $4 for lunch.

Food program begins in Pablo

PABLO — The first day of the free summer food program at Salish Kootenai College Joe McDonald Gymnasium begins June 13 and is open to kids ages 18 and under. Kids don’t have to be a part of Making Fitness Fun Program to eat. Breakfast is served from 8:30-10 a.m. and lunch is from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Monday-Thursday.

POLSON — Mission Valley Back Country Horsemen’s monthly meeting is on Aug. 2 at 7:30 p.m. at the Ronan VFW on Round Butte Road. Kent and Charlene Krone, who spend their winters in the southwest and publish their experiences in horseman magazines, will be the presenters. Their slideshow about riding in parts of Arizona, Utah, Wyoming, Idaho, and Montana will be about 45 minutes long. The slideshow starts in the first territorial capitol of Arizona and ends in the second territorial capital of Montana. All are welcome and encouraged to attend. You won’t want to miss this presentation folks.

POLSON — There will be a dance at the Elks on Wednesday, Aug. 3, from 7-10 p.m. Join us for the fun. Ken’s Country Combo will play.

YELLOW BAY — The Flathead Lake Biological Station will hold an open house on Wednesday, Aug. 3, at 1 p.m. The Flathead Lake Biological Station’s annual open house provides an opportunity for the interested public to learn more about the ecology of Flathead Lake and its watershed, as well as FLBS and its research around the globe. The open house allows FLBS scientists to showcase the breadth of their activities, as well as show examples of how ecological research at FLBS benefits Flathead Lake and subsequently area visitors and residents.

HOT SPRINGS — Enjoy Rockin’ Blues music by the Tracy Fordic Band at the Symes Hotel from 8-10 p.m.

RONAN — The Ronan High School class of 1956 will meet at the pavilion at Ronan City Park on Friday, Aug. 5, from 5-8 p.m. We invite graduates from all classes to join us. Food will be provided. We will celebrate with a dinner at Ninepipe Lodge on Saturday, Aug. 6. Social hour will begin at 5 p.m. For more information, call 406-676- 8571 or 406-531-0501.

HOT SPRINGS — Enjoy classic rock and originals by Jimni at the Symes Hotel from 8-10 p.m.

POLSON — Watch an intergalactic, family-friendly movie and free food. Everyone is welcome. Food starts at 8:45 p.m., galactic costume contest begins at 9:45 p.m., the movie starts at 10 p.m. Bring your own chair/blanket. Due to licensing, we cannot name the movie; however, we can tell you by word or over the phone at 406-883-2447. This event will be held on the north lawn of New Life Church, 1414 Second Street, W.

RONAN — The annual Kids’ Fishing Derby will be held Friday, Aug. 5 from 8 a.m. to noon in the covered pavilion of Bockman Park in Ronan. The Derby is held in conjunction with Pioneer Days. About 300 rainbow trout from Creston Fish Hatchery are donated by the tribes and planted into Spring Creek, with an additional 100 placed in tanks provided by Westland Seed. Children 7 years old and younger may fish the tanks.

POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library holds game days and Friday flicks on alternative weeks from 3:45-5:15 p.m. in the library meeting room. For more information, contact the library at 406-883-8225.

HOT SPRINGS — Enjoy classic rock provided by the Good, Bad, and the Ugly at the Symes Hotel from 8-10 p.m.

RONAN — The Ronan class of 1976 will celebrate their 40-year class reunion on Saturday, Aug 6. The event will be held at Ninepipes Lodge starting at 4 p.m. The cost is $25 per person. Teachers are also invited to attend. If you have not contacted Brian for dinner reservations please do as soon as possible at 406-676-8200. We encourage all 1976 fellow classmates to attend.

POLSON — Please join the 8th annual “Smokin’ On The Water” barbecue cook-off on Saturday, Aug. 6, from 11 a.m.-6 p.m. at the KwaTaqNuk Resort. Cash prizes and trophies awarded in all barbecue categories. We hope to see you there. For more information contact the Polson Chamber of Commerce.

RONAN — A free car show will take place south of Glacier Bank in Ronan on Saturday, Aug. 6, from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Call 406-676- 3961 with any questions.

RONAN — Volunteers are doing their best to keep the Garden of the Rockies Museum up and running, but need more help. A fundraising Flea Market, Craft Fair and Yard Sale has been held twice this summer, and the next one is scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 6, from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Round Butte Gym across from the VFW.

Vendors are needed. The event is perfect for anyone with yard sale items to sell, or crafts, baked goods, candy, garden products, furniture and plants. Those who have a home-based business are also welcome. The cost of renting a space supports the museum. Ten-foot spaces are available inside and out for $10. To reserve a space, call Patti Mocabee at 406-676- 3261.

CHARLO — The Ninepipes Museum of early Montana, located just south of Ronan, invites local artists to showcase their artwork on the first Saturday of each month, June-October, in the gift shop at the museum. Janet McGahan is guest artist for the entire month of August, and will be on hand to meet visitors and discuss her artwork from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 6 for the "First Saturday" event. She will have numerous prints available for purchase, and will conduct a wet-on-wet watercolor demonstration from noon-1 p.m., painting a buffalo or a bird.

YELLOW BAY — The Flathead Lake Biological Station will hold an open house on Wednesday, Aug. 6, at 1 p.m. The Flathead Lake Biological Station’s annual open house provides an opportunity for the interested public to learn more about the ecology of Flathead Lake and its watershed, as well as FLBS and its research around the globe. The open house allows FLBS scientists to showcase the breadth of their activities, as well as show examples of how ecological research at FLBS benefits Flathead Lake and subsequently area visitors and residents.

PABLO — For the Pablo Elementary Students from years 1955-1970, we are meeting at Cheers in Pablo, Aug. 6, at noon. Come and see your classmates from your grade school years. There will be lots of good fun and conversation.

MISSION VALLEY — Mission Valley 3-on-3 will host three basketball tournaments over the course of the summer. The 21st annual Ronan Pioneer Days 3-on-3 tournament will be held Aug. 6 at the Ronan High School parking lot. For more information, visit: missionvalley3on3.com, Facebook.com/missionvalley3on3, or Twitter.com/missionvalleybb.

RONAN — A Jewelry Sale Fundraiser to benefit Mission Valley Senior Citizens Inc., will be held Saturday, Aug. 6, at Garden of the Rockies Museum Flea Market, Round Butte Road. Old and new jewelry donations are accepted at MVSC, 528 Main Street, SW. Call 406-676-2371, for more information.

POLSON — The reading portion of North Lake County Library program will end on Saturday, Aug. 6, at 4 p.m.

POLSON — The 14th Annual Water Daze 1-Mile Swim will take place on Saturday, Aug. 6. Swimmers begin at Salish Point and swim to Boettcher Park. Registration will open at 11 a.m. with a 1 p.m. start time. Swimmers will be provided transportation to KwaTaqNuk from Boettcher about 30 minutes prior to the start of the race. See you there.

DAYTON —Mission Mountain Winery encourages all wine lovers to attend our free event: a vertical tasting of Mission Mountain Winery Cabernet Sauvignon from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. This is a part of the winery’s continuing program to educate the community about the aging and care of fine wine. What is a vertical tasting? It is the presentation of wine from older to younger vintages allowing one to see the effects of time upon a wine from the same place. We will start off with a 2003 vintage Mission Mountain Winery Cabernet Sauvignon and followed by the 2006 and 2008 vintages. Mission Mountain Winery is located on Highway 93 in Dayton on the west shore of beautiful Flathead Lake.

POLSON — The Northwest Montana Accordion Association will hold a jam session at the Elks Club on Sunday, Aug. 7, from 2-5:30 p.m. Call 406-752-8275 if you have questions.

RONAN — The Ronan High School class of 1951 will gather to visit and socialize at the Garden of the Rockies Museum on Round Butte Road on Sunday, Aug. 7, at 2:30 p.m. Don’t miss this reunion.

RONAN — The Flathead Irrigation District will hold a meeting on Monday, Aug. 8, from 1-3 p.m. at 407 Main Street SW. Please go upstairs.

POLSON — A Mega Sports Camp Vacation Bible School will be offered at Polson Foursquare Church Aug. 8-12 from 5-8:30 p.m. Soccer, archery, art will be offered and a free family dinner will be served at 5 p.m. Ages K-6 grade may register online at: www.polsonfoursquare.org or call 406-883-9347.

POLSON — At 10 a.m. on Mondays, North Lake County Library Public Library holds Mother Goose book and finger plays for the little ones. Makerspace hands-on activities for children of all ages are held Mondays from 1-3 p.m. For more information contact the library at 406-883-8225.

HOT SPRINGS — Jesse B. will play the guitar and provide vocals at the Symes Hotel from 8-10 p.m.

RONAN — Sports physicals for the 2016-17 school year will take place from 5-8 p.m. at the Ronan Events Center commons area. You must have a sports physical to participate in middle or high school athletics. There will be a $25 charge with multiple doctor and nurse stations provided by St. Luke Community Health. Movies will be available to watch while you wait.

POLSON — Come learn and earn $20 worth of Fresh SNAP Double Dollars to be spent on locally grown produce at the Polson Farmer’s Market. All are welcome, including children, but only SNAP recipients will receive market credit. Learn to make jam with less sugar from 2-4 p.m. at 701 B First Street E. Space is limited; sign up at the Polson Farmer’s Market today.

POLSON — The Polson Rural Fire Board will meet Wednesday, Aug. 10, at 7 p.m. at the Fairgrounds Station. See you there.

RONAN — The VFW Auxiliary 5652 is having their meeting on Aug. 10 at the VFW Hall in Ronan at 6:30 p.m. New members are welcome. Call 406-676-3380 for additional information.

POLSON — Polson First United Methodist Church’s “Back to School Block Party” is Thursday, Aug. 11, from 5-7 p.m. in the church parking lot at 301 Sixteenth Ave. E. The block party is a fun time for children to come enjoy water slides, games and food.

POLSON — The North Lake County Library will hold their prize drawing/ice cream social/Happy Hippo excursion the morning of Aug. 11. A youth writing club meets at the library from 1-3 p.m. Call the library at 406-883-8225 for more information.

POLSON — Western Montana Area VI Agency of Aging presents a Powerful Tools for Caregivers six-week class session to give you, the caregiver, tools you need to avoid burnout. The classes will be each Thursday, Aug.11- Sept.15, from 10-11:30 a.m. at the O-Maley conference room on the second floor of Providence St. Joseph Medical Center #6, Thirteenth Ave. E. The cost is $50 with assistance available. Register by calling 406-883-7284 or 1-800-266-4188.

RONAN — On Thursday, Aug. 11, Mission Valley Senior Center will hold their “Night Out” dinner. A chicken dinner will be served at 5:30 p.m. for $5. The meal includes fruit, veggies, bread and dessert. The Mission Valley Senior Center is located at 528 Main Street, SW. This event is open to the public. Call 406-676-2371 for more information.

POLSON — St. Joseph Medical Center will provide sports physicals on Thursday, Aug. 11, from 3:30-6 p.m. for $30 cash or check made out to St. Joseph Medical Center (no credit cards or insurance). All proceeds are donated back to the Polson athletics program. Physical forms are available on the Montana High School Association's website.

RONAN — The last day for Ronan District Library participants to turn in their reading logs is Thursday, August 11.