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‘Park After Dark’ winter hike offered at Lone Pine State Park

KALISPELL — On Wednesday, Feb. 16, from  7:30-9 p.m. experience Lone Pine State Park on a wintery night on this full moon hike. Moon views vary depending on cloud cover, but you’re guaranteed a nighttime adventure that experiences the park after hours. Be sure to dress for the weather. Trails are typically icy at this time of year, so wear micro spikes like Yaktrax if there’s snow on the ground. We’ll have snowshoes available if needed. Please bring a flashlight or headlamp. Call the visitor center at 406-755-2706, ext. 0, to register, as space is limited. Cost is $4 per hiker ($8 entry fee for non-resident vehicles).

 

‘Prepare to be Bear Aware’ education class offered at Lone Pine

 

 

KALISPELL — On Saturday, March 16, at 10 a.m. at Lone Pine State Park Visitor Center, you can learn safety tips and tools to keep people safe and bears wild as they emerge from their dens this spring. Join us as we share practical strategies designed to minimize bear-human conflicts and promote coexistence. From securing garbage bins to proper food storage techniques, we will share provide invaluable insights into creating bear-resistant environments. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn, connect, and take action for the well-being of all. Registration is required as space is limited. There is no charge for this program. ($8 park entry fee still applies to out-of-state vehicles). For more information visit: fwp.mt.gov/stateparks/lone-pine or call 406-755-2706

 

Attend ‘Here Comes the Sun’ Concert

POLSON — The Polson Fairground Amphitheatre is the site of the “Here Comes the Sun” concert. This concert celebrates the sounds and songs of the Beatles at 7 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 29. Bring lawn chairs or blankets. Food trucks will be on site at 5:30 p.m. Tickets are $20 each.

 

Country Jam, dances cancelled

POLSON — Our Classic Country Jammin’ scheduled for April 5, at the Elks Ballroom in Polson is cancelled until further notice. Wednesday night dances at the Elks’ ballroom in Polson are also cancelled until further notice. We pray that everyone is staying home and being safe. We do have to go out for essentials and that is okay. Lake City Bakery, McDonalds and Burgerville are open in Polson for take outs. We are all in this together and need to help each other wherever we can, physically or financially. Please encourage one another and we will all get through this. Don’t be prideful and not ask for help, if you really need it. This hardship we are going through may take a little time but if we all work together and for each other, it will pass. We hope to see you all again very soon.

Experience ‘Lights under the Big Sky’

RONAN — On Saturday, Dec. 11, “Lights Under the Big Sky” will provide fun and entertainment for residents of the Mission Valley at the Ronan Fairgrounds from 5-9 p.m. There will be holiday lights displays; family activities and Santa.

 

Flathead Cheese holds annual open house

POLSON — Flathead Cheese, will hold their annual Open House Week from July 2-7, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. daily, at their shop, 208 First Ave. E. Call 406-883-0343 for more information.

Free 'Utilizing Aces & Trauma Informed Care' training held

PABLO — On April 22, from noon3 p.m. at Salish Kootenai College, Teresa Nygaard will present a free training entitled, "Utilizing Aces & Trauma Informed Care." Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) is a term to describe traumatic events occurring before age 18. Trauma is a deeply distressing or disturbing experience that without supports can have long-term negative effects. When “we” are trauma-informed, we realize the impact of trauma and understand there is potential for recovery. We recognize the signs and symptoms of trauma in those that we interact with and in ourselves. We respond by fully integrating knowledge about trauma into procedures, policies and practices. We seek to actively resist re-traumatization. We stop asking “What’s happening to you?” This training delves into this topic, responding to participants based on their pre-existing knowledge of the topic.

Credits are available.

The training is free but has limited seating. To register, send name, email, and contact number to: helpinghandsfund1@gmail.com. Registration confirmation will be sent within seven days. 

 

 

Free online meditation classes

ZOOM — Please join the Mission Mountain Zen Center on Wednesday, Dec. 28, and on subsequent Wednesdays, for an online meditation class led by Zen Teacher, Zenku, including meditation instruction, practice and discussion via Zoom. The classes will be each Wednesday from 6-7:30 p.m. Please join us and take advantage of this opportunity. For more information and a Zoom link to the class call Zenku at 847-721-0665 or email at: Jerry.Smyers@gmail.com.

 

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Wednesday, July 30

Summer food program begins in Dixon through Aug. 1

7/7/2014 - 8/1/2014

DIXON — A summer food service program will begin on July 7 and run until Aug. 1, Monday through Thursday, with breakfast served from 7:30-9 a.m. and lunch served from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. in the Dixon School community room.

 

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Wednesday, July 30

Summer school program to be held in Charlo July 7 to 31

7/7/2014 - 7/31/2014

CHARLO — Charlo will run a summer school program from July 7 to July 31. 

Call Charlo Schools at (406) 644-2206, for more information.

 

 

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Wednesday, July 30

Christian camp open to first and second graders

7/28/2014 - 7/30/2014

LAKE MARY RONAN — Kootenai Christian First Chance Camp for students entering grades 1 and 2 will be held July 28-30. The camp offers swimming, boating, fishing, sports, plus Bible study, daily devotions and group worship times and will be held at Lake Mary Ronan. Registration forms and camp brochures can be picked up at First Christian Church in St. Ignatius, or for more details call Dan Larsson at (406) 546-9015. 

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Wednesday, July 30

Lake County fair begins July 28, through Aug. 3

7/28/2014 - 8/3/2014

RONAN — The Lake County Fair begins on Monday, July 28 and ends Sunday, Aug. 3. Fairgrounds are located right off Highway 93, north end Ronan. There will be 4-H and open class fair exhibits, food booths and kid’s games and activities all week. The fair offers spectator interaction with livestock shows, entertainment, youth activities and project judging. For complete information refer to the Lake County Fair Premium Book available in June at the Lake County Extension Office, (406) 676-4271, or from local businesses. 

 
 

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Wednesday, July 30

Pablo Baptist Church offers free soccer camp

7/28/2014 - 7/30/2014

PABLO — There will be a free soccer camp in Pablo for boys and girls, ages 6-12, on July 28, 29 and 30. This camp is sponsored by Pablo Baptist Church. Come join the fun daily from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at the church, located one block west of Pablo Elementary School. Includes free lunch and a free T-shirt. For questions or more information, call (406) 675-3787.

 

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Wednesday, July 30

Baroque Music Festival to occupy Quinn’s Hot Springs

7/29/2014 - 7/31/2014

QUINN’S HOT SPRINGS  — Sanders County Arts Council announces the eleventh annual Montana Baroque Music Festival July 29-31, at Quinn’s Hot Springs Resort near Paradise.The outdoor festival features acclaimed musicians from London, Montreal, San Francisco, Portland, and Bozeman, who come to share beautiful music with appreciative audiences. This year’s theme is “Concerto.” Tickets are $18 each evening or $50 for the three-day concert series. Tickets are available on-line and at the gate. Quinn’s has lodging packages available at: www.quinnshotsprings.org or (406) 826-3150.

 

Enjoy Irish music, old time favorites at Hangin’ Art

7/30/2014

ARLEE — Enjoy Irish and old time favorites music by Malarky and have a dinner that benefits non-profit groups in the community on Wednesday, July 30, from 5-7 p.m. at our new outdoor stage in the parking lot of Hangin’ Art Gallery on Highway 93 in downtown Arlee.

For additional information, call (406) 726-5005, or contact donna@blackfoot.net.

 

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Enter MVAS ‘Look-a-Like’ photo contest

7/30/2014 - 8/7/2014

POLSON — Do you look like your pet? Enter the Mission Valley Animal Shelter ‘Look-a-Like’ photo contest. Send your photo to MVAS before 5 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 7. Voting will take place at the MVAS booth at the Summer Festival, in downtown Polson, on Saturday, Aug. 9. Email your photos to: mvas@ronan.net or drop them off at the shelter on N. Reservoir Road. Call (406) 883-05312, for more information

 

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Fish and Wildlife to meet

7/30/2014

POLSON — The Flathead Reservation Fish and Wildlife Board will meet on Wednesday, July 30, at 6 p.m. at the Polson City Library, 2 First Ave. E. The agenda includes discussion of pheasant and hunting seasons, waterfowl regulations, and State projects and accomplishments. 

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Learn soil, water conservation practices

7/30/2014

ST. IGNATIUS — Have you been wondering about ways that you can add innovative soil and water conservation practices into your operation? Learn about tools that are being practiced by Foothill Farm in St. Ignatius and Deluge Farm in Camas Prairie. Hear from NRCS agents about cost-sharing opportunities you can use to make these tools a reality on your farm. Visit http://missoulacfac.org/on-farm-field-days.html, to learn more and register for the July 30 event.

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Little Big Band to perform

7/30/2014

RONAN — The Lake County Fair will hold a concert with Jim Pettit and the Little Big Band from 5-8 p.m. at the main courtyard stage at the fairgrounds. This is a family-friendly event and free of charge.

 

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Warm up dance shoes for rock and roll revival

7/30/2014

POLSON — The rebirth of rock and roll takes place on Wednesday, July 30. Get your dance shoes warmed up for the revival of the oldies but goodies at the Elks from 7-10 p.m. You’ll have a swinging good time with Heart to Heart playing tunes. You will be glad you followed your shoes to our doorstep. Bring treats to share with everyone. You will be missed if you don’t come to the dance.

 

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