Saturday, July 4
Sandpiper Gallery presents new show 6/1 through 7/11
POLSON –– The Sandpiper Gallery presents the “Sky Above Us,” a show of Sandpiper member artists Sue Arneson (paintings), Jan Brooks (beaded tapestries), Marge Hendricks (paintings), Larry Kjorvestadt (photography), Jeff Morrow (leather work), with invited artists Chelsea Lipscomb (painting/sculpture) and Kelly Price (potter/sculpture) from June 1-July 11.
Saturday, July 4
Support group to help grieving adults
POLSON — Partners In Home Care and Providence St. Joseph Medical Center will host a six-week bereavement support group for adults grieving the death of a loved one. It is recommended that participants wait at least two months after a death before attending a group. This group is free and open to the public Wednesdays, June 10-July 15, from 4:30-6 p.m. at the Owens Conference room at St. Joseph Medical Center. Registration is required by June 5. Call Partners in Home Care at 406-327-3624 or Providence St. Joseph Medical Center at 406-883-8914 to register.
Saturday, July 4
Students may enter stories, poetry contest
RONAN — On June 15 students in grades 3-5 and 6-8 (fall 2015) can begin submitting short stories and/or poetry to the Short Story/Poetry Writing Contest at Ronan Library District, 203 Main Street, SW. Deadline for entries is Friday, July 24, at 7 p.m. Prizes for each age group are: $50, $35, $25. Stop by the Ronan Library or call 406-676-3682, for more information.
Saturday, July 4
‘Gaslight’ takes the stage 7/1 through 7/19
POLSON –– Port Polson Players will celebrate their 40th season with the classic thriller “Gaslight,” playing for three weeks, July 1-19. Wednesday through Saturday curtain times are at 8 p.m. and Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. Call 406-883-9212 for reservations.
Saturday, July 4
All invited to annual Arlee Powwow
ARLEE — The 117th annual Arlee Powwow celebration begins Wednesday, July 1, and ends Sunday, July 5. All events are open to the public and free of charge. Arts, crafts, stick games, dance competitions, Indian and other ethnic foods will be available. Absolutely no alcohol, firearms, unleashed dogs or motorcycles are allowed in the camp area. The event takes place on Powwow grounds on Powwow Road in Arlee. Wednesday is “Camp Day.” The memorial ceremony will take place at 7 p.m. On Wednesday there will also be a material stickgame. Go to: arleepowwow.com, for more information.
Saturday, July 4
Mariners play in annual Firecracker Tournament
POLSON — Come support and watch the Mission Valley Mariners at O’Malley Field in Polson Montana during the Mission Valley Firecracker Tournament from July 2-5.
Annual Arlee 4th parade begins at noon
ARLEE — The Arlee 4th of July parade begins at noon so please assemble prior to that at the Arlee High School parking lot.
Band performs at Hot Springs barbecue
HOT SPRINGS — There will be barbecue and The Good Bad and the Ugly will perform along. A fireworks show is planned.
Celebrate Country’s independence with boat parade
BIG ARM – The “Annual Big Arm Boat Parade” will be held on July 4 at 6 p.m. and starts at the old Arrowhead R.V. docks and ends at the Big Arm Restaurant. Join us with your boat or participate from the shore. Decorated boats are welcome. Celebrate our Country’s Independence.
Dion Albert showcases artwork at Ninepipes
RONAN — 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. Dion Albert is the guest artist for July 4.
Firemen serve-up pancakes
ARLEE — The Arlee Volunteer Fire Department will host its annual pancake breakfast from 7-11 a.m. at the old Arlee Fire Hall. The cost is $5 for adults and $4 for children and it’s all you can eat. For more information, call 406-210-4144.
Open Rodeo features local, regional cowboys
ARLEE — The Arlee Open Rodeo will be held at the Arlee rodeo grounds beginning at 2 p.m. This popular rodeo features a mix of local and regional cowboys and cowgirls competing in traditional rodeo events. Call 406-726-3762, for more information.
Polson celebrates the 4th with parade, fireworks
POLSON — The Polson 4th of July parade begins at noon. The celebration includes a concert and a fireworks show at sundown. Contact the Polson Chamber for more information, 406-883-5969 or go to: www.polsonchamber.com.
Run/walk begins Powwow activities
ARLEE — The “Powwow Trail’ run/walk will take place at 9 a.m. The “Snake Dance” and honoring veterans will take place at 2 p.m. Grand Entry will be at 7 p.m. The Arlee Powwow celebration includes arts; crafts; stick games; dance competitions; Native American and other ethnic foods. The celebration is open to the public and admission is free. Go to: arleepowwow.com, for more information.