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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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Thursday, July 7

Enjoy ‘Home Games’

7/7/2022

POLSON — “Home Games,” a comedy play touching on the 1955 World Series, will be performed four times weekly, (Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays at 8 p.m., Sundays at 2 p.m.) from July 7-24. For more information and reservations call Port Polson Players at 406-883-9212.

 

Go to market

7/7/2022

RONAN — The Ronan Farmers Market is open every Thursday from 4-7 p.m. at the Ronan Visitor’s Center on Highway 93. The market will continue until Oct. 13.

 

Library Boat Day on tap at library

7/7/2022

POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library’s Summer Reading Program continues at 10 a.m. with Boat Day. Come build the strongest boat, keep it afloat and win some pirate booty.

Usborne Book Sale held at Polson library

7/7/2022

POLSON — On Thursday, July 7, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The North Lake County Public Library will host the Usborne Book Sale. Join us in the large meeting room and browse the amazing selection of high quality books. There is sure to be something for everyone. If you aren’t able to come on the 7th, you can shop online at: https://myubam.com/r2888/n/event/2362765

 

Friday, July 8

Big Arm holds potluck

7/8/2022

BIG ARM — On Friday July 8 the Big Arm Association will host a community potluck at 6 p.m. at our historic Big Arm School. Please bring a dish to share with neighbors. We are so lucky to have a guest speaker - Justine Valleries - who is the new Region 1 Wildlife Conflict specialist for Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks Dept. Her presentation will begin at 7 p.m. Come and share in a delicious dinner and a wonderful presentation.

 

Enjoy Summer Speaker Series: ‘Birds Rock, Montana Wild Wings’

7/8/2022

KALISPELL — Beth Watne from Montana Wild Wings will present with live raptors at Lone Pine State Park in Kalispell from 6-7 p.m. Beth will talk about each of the birds’ special features, habitat, where they nest, and what they eat. Call the visitor center at 406-755-2706 ext. 0 to register, as space is limited. Cost is free ($8 park entry fee still applies to out-of-state vehicles). Learn more about Montana’s state parks at: https://fwp.mt.gov/stateparks. 

 

Monster trucks show entertains in Plains

7/8/2022

PLAINS — Monster trucks will be at the Sanders County Fairgrounds on Friday and Saturday, July 8 and 9, starting at 6 p.m. Gates open at 5 p.m. Beer and food will be available.

 

Polson Chamber Blast held at Big Sky Sporting Clays

7/8/2022

POLSON — The Polson Chamber Blast returns to Big Sky Sporting Clays, 43500 Irvine Flats Rd., on Friday, July 8. Call 406-883-2828 for more information. Cost is $125 per shooter and $375 per three-person team.

Registration from 10-10:20 a.m.; safety briefing 10:20-10:30 a.m.; tournament 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m.; lunch and awards 2-2:30 p.m. 

Saturday, July 9

Basketball tournament held in Bigfork

7/9/2022

BIGFORK — The 11th annual Bigfork Battle in the Bay Basketball Competition takes place July 9 in the Bigfork Schools’ parking lot. 

 

Join Songwriting Workshop

7/9/2022

RONAN — A Song MT Songwriting Workshop will be held on Saturday, July 9 from 2-5 p.m. at Western Montana Musicians Co-op located at the Red Poppy in Montana. Got an old song gathering dust in the bottom of your guitar case or in the piano bench? Total newbie and want to learn more about the songwriting process? Here’s your chance to wake up your inner songwriter. The Western Montana Musicians Co-op and Song Montana announces our second songwriter workshop and concert series featuring talented singer-songwriters Doug Ruhman and Joel McColl. Workshop participants can expect to share their ideas and passions through the creation of original music. Although no songwriting experience is necessary, some students may wish to share an existing original composition with the group if they so choose. Please bring an open mind, an instrument to compose with (if possible), and one example of songwriting that you love (title and artist; can be performed or played on a recording - we have Bluetooth capability on site). Light refreshments will be provided. After the workshop, we’ll take a break and come back together for a Songwriter’s Showcase at 6 p.m. featuring Doug Ruhman and Joel McColl. Workshop participants are invited to share their songs during the showcase. The workshop is free but we suggest a $10 donation for the Songwriters’ Showcase. More information is available at: https://www.mtmusic.org/events Goatpeakranch@gmail.com 406-290-3548

 

Read with Riley

7/9/2022

POLSON — Read with Riley the therapy dog on Fridays at the North Lake County Public Library. Time slots are from 10-11 a.m. “Pawsitive Reading Partners” will join us on Friday mornings and bring Riley, who is a registered therapy dog, to the library. He is a really good listener and wants to hear our patrons read. To register, please contact Felicia at 406-883-8225 or email her at: feliciag@polson.lib.mt.us  Be sure to save your spot.

 

Song MT Songwriting Workshop

7/9/2022

A Song MT Songwriting Workshop will be held on Saturday, July 9 from 2-5 p.m. at Western Montana Musicians Co-op located at the Red Poppy in Montana. Got an old song gathering dust in the bottom of your guitar case or in the piano bench? Total newbie and want to learn more about the songwriting process? Here’s your chance to wake up your inner songwriter. The Western Montana Musicians Co-op and Song Montana announces our second songwriter workshop and concert series featuring talented singer-songwriters Doug Ruhman and Joel McColl. Workshop participants can expect to share their ideas and passions through the creation of original music. Although no songwriting experience is necessary, some students may wish to share an existing original composition with the group if they so choose. Please bring an open mind, an instrument to compose with (if possible), and one example of songwriting that you love (title and artist; can be performed or played on a recording - we have Bluetooth capability on site). Light refreshments will be provided. After the workshop, we’ll take a break and come back together for a Songwriter’s Showcase at 6 p.m. featuring Doug Ruhman and Joel McColl. Workshop participants are invited to share their songs during the showcase. The workshop is free but we suggest a $10 donation for the Songwriters’ Showcase. More information is available at: https://www.mtmusic.org/events Goatpeakranch@gmail.com 406-290-3548

Sweet Pride in July held

7/9/2022

RONAN — On Saturday, July 9 at 11:30 a.m. at Ronan City Park Sweet Pride in July will be held. There will family fun with a meal, games, crafts, and other activities. For more information call 406-240-0640 or email: dana@safeharbormt.org. This event is sponsored by Safe Harbor and The Spirit of Many Colors.

 

Sunday, July 10

Hike, learn about lichen

7/10/2022

KALISPELL —  Learn about lichen. Lone Pine State Park is home to a very healthy and diverse population of lichen. This hike will focus on local lichens. 

Call the visitor center at 406-755-2706 Ext. 0 to register, as space is limited. Cost is free ($8 park entry fee still applies to out-of-state vehicles). Learn more about Montana’s state parks at: https://fwp.mt.gov/stateparks. 

 

Monday, July 11

Greg Smith presents Grizzly program

7/11/2022

POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library will present a Humanities Montana Conversations Program titled, “An Inconvenient Grizzly,” with Greg Smith at 7 p.m. on Monday, July 11. For more information call the library at 406-883-8225.

 

Wednesday, July 13

Gallery art shows off member talents

7/13/2022

POLSON — This members only show, titled “A Fresh View,” will feature all of our talented and creative Sandpiper member family from July 11-Sept. 9. Along with amazing gallery art, our gift shop is full of one of a kind pieces to tempt you. All submissions will be accepted in the artists’ interpretation of the theme. For more information call 406-883-5956 or go to: sandpiperartgallery.com.

Join ‘Workday Wednesdays’

7/13/2022

KALISPELL — Help maintain the integrity and habitat of Lone Pine State Park by joining in trail work including pulling noxious weeds, trail maintenance, and trail building. All ages are welcome and please bring a good pair of work gloves, closed-toe shoes, and some water. 

Call the visitor center at (406) 755-2706 Ext. 0 to register, as space is limited. Cost is free ($8 park entry fee still applies to out-of-state vehicles). Learn more about Montana’s state parks at: https://fwp.mt.gov/stateparks.

Polson Rural Fire District Board to meet

7/13/2022

BIG ARM – On Wednesday, July 13 a FY 2023 preliminary budget public hearing will be held at 5 p.m. 

The regular monthly meeting will follow at 6 p.m. at the Big Arm Station No. 2, 28565 Seventh Street in Big Arm.

 

The library presents Cheryl Heser as Annie Oakley

7/13/2022

POLSON — Annie Oakley is coming North Lake County Library to share a fascinating part of American history, including not only the most famous woman sharpshooter but also historic figures who crossed her path, including Buffalo Bill Cody, Chief Sitting Bull and famous newspaper publisher William Randolph Hearst.  

The public is invited to the half hour performance at the North Lake County Public Library on Wednesday, July 13, at 11 a.m. Annie Oakley is the subject of a living presentation by Cheryl Heser of Forsyth. 

 

Thursday, July 14

Farmers Field Day held

7/14/2022

Local farmers are welcome to attend the annual Field Day at the Northwestern Agricultural Research Center, located at 4570 Highway 35 in Creston, on Thursday, July 14 from 11 a.m.–3 p.m., with lunch included. Topics will include the statewide spring canola variety trial, spring wheat nitrogen and seeding density and herbicide program, winter wheat classes and nitrogen and seeding density, winter wheat irrigation and breeding, perennial and barley forages, and winter canola planting dates. Space is limited. Please RSVP to 406-755-4303 or email charlene.kazmier@montana.edu by Thursday, July 8, 2022.

Go to market

7/14/2022

RONAN — The Ronan Farmers Market is open every Thursday from 4-7 p.m. at the Ronan Visitor’s Center on Highway 93. The market will continue until Oct. 13.

 

Plankton presentation given

7/14/2022

POLSON — The Summer Reading Program at The North Lake County Public Library will host Stephanie Hummel from the Flathead Lake Biological Station, as she presents “Plankton Races” at 10 a.m.

 

Tennis tournament starts off Good Old Days celebration

7/14/2022

ST. IGNATIUS — The Good Old Days Celebration begins with the start of a three-day tennis tournament at the high school. Singles/doubles/mixes/beginners and advanced will compete. For more information call 406-273-8203.

 

Friday, July 15

Author to sign copies of new children’s book at barbecue

7/15/2022

ST. IGNATIUS — Author Peggy Browning Schultz will be at the Good Old Days Celebration barbecue on Friday, July 15, from 5-7 p.m. to sign copies of her new book, “Elsie the Itty Bitty Peacemaker.” The book is children’s story about a flop-eared peace-making bunny.

 

Good Old Days cooks up barbecue meal

7/15/2022

ST. IGNATIUS — Good Old Days welcomes all with a barbecue meal on Friday, July 15, at the Good Old Days Park from 5-7 p.m. There will be gourmet burgers with all the fixin’s, fresh roasted beef, potato and macaroni salads, baked beans, fruit salad and dessert all for $12 for adults, $7 for kids under 10. There will also be an adult and a junior dessert baking contest

with a $100 adult prize and a $50 junior prize. The farmers market takes place from 5-7 p.m. At 7:30 p.m. at the Amphitheater “Bottom Feeders” will present classic country and rock for family fun. Fireworks will take place at dark, weather permitting. Expect additional activities.

Learn about forest management, hike

7/15/2022

KALISPELL — Learn about forest management from Holly McKenzie, a forester with the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation at Lone Pine State Park. After the presentation, there will be a hike around Lone Pine to look at the mistletoe areas where salvage work and thinning will take place between September and November this fall. Call the visitor center at 406-755-2706 Ext. 0 to register, as space is limited. Cost is free ($8 park entry fee still applies to out-of-state vehicles). Learn more about Montana’s state parks at: https://fwp.mt.gov/stateparks. 

Read with Riley

7/15/2022

POLSON — Read with Riley the therapy dog on Fridays at the North Lake County Public Library. Time slots are from 10-11 a.m. “Pawsitive Reading Partners” will join us on Friday mornings and bring Riley, who is a registered therapy dog, to the library. He is a really good listener and wants to hear our patrons read. To register, please contact Felicia at 406-883-8225 or email her at: feliciag@polson.lib.mt.us  Be sure to save your spot.

 

Standing Arrow Powwow begins

7/15/2022

ELMO — The Standing Arrow Powwow will be held July 15-17. The first grand entry takes place at 7 p.m. on Friday evening. Call 406-544-0262 for more information. There will be a $10,000 drum contest. For more information call 406-304-9048. Information about Royalty competition for Miss Kootenai and Kootenai Warrior can be had by called 406-871-6130 or emailing: ktunaxatomcruise@yahoo.com.

Saturday, July 16

Good Old Days continues

7/16/2022

ST. IGNATIUS — Good Old Days continues with dog races at 1 p.m.; food and craft vendors from 1-4 p.m., bingo from 2-4 p.m. and family games (egg races, water balloon toss, sprints, gunny sack races) at 2 p.m. A beer walk takes place at 2:30 p.m. (it’s a hoot) and lawn mower races begin at 3 p.m. The day ends with helicopter rides and a barbeque at the airport from 4-8 p.m. and a tennis tournament at the high school at 5:30 p.m.

Pancakes served at senior center

7/16/2022

ST. IGNATIUS — The St. Ignatius Senior Center will provide a pancake breakfast from 7-11 a.m. as Good Old Days events continue.

Powwow in Elmo continues

7/16/2022

ELMO — The Standing Arrow Powow continues with a $10,000 stick game tournament payout. Registration begins at 9 a.m. on Saturday. Call 406-471-4384 for more information.  Registration for the 5K Fun Run starts at 9 a.m. and the run begins at 10 a.m. For information about a co-ed softball tourney call 406-203-6662.

Run in Buffalo Run half marathon

7/16/2022

ST. IGNATIUS — The Buffalo Run is part of the family  Good Old Days fun in St. Ignatius. Proceeds from the Buffalo Run benefit the St. Ignatius Chamber of Commerce. The half marathon ($25) starts promptly at 7 a.m. and the 1 ($12), 4 ($17), and 7-mile ($17) fun runs start promptly at 8 a.m. All races start at 112 N. Main Street in front of Gambles. Open to all ages. Register online at: http://www.runsignup.com/Race/MT/SaintIgnatius/GoodOldDaysBuffaloRun

 

Sunday, July 17

Aviation display ends Good Old Days celebration

7/17/2022

ST. IGNATIUS — Final Good Old Days events take place at the airport. Huckleberry pancakes, ham, eggs, coffee and juice will be served at the Fly-In breakfast from 8 a.m.-noon. There will be door prizes as well as a large general aviation display.

 

Ninepipes Museum celebrates Bud Cheff Jr.

7/17/2022

NINPIPE —The Montana Historical Society selected Bud Cheff Jr. as a Heritage Keeper Award recipient in 2021. Due to Covid-19 restrictions, Ninepipes Museum has not been able to celebrate this honor with museum friends and neighbors until now. The July 17 celebration is also a fundraiser to benefit the nonprofit 501(c)3 museum and ticket prices are $30 per person. There is limited space for the event so only 75 tickets will be sold. Call the museum at 406-644-3435, or email: info@ninepipesmuseum.org to purchase your ticket. The event runs from 2-5 p.m. and includes entertainment, heavy hors d’oeuvres, auction items, a raffle, and a cash beer and wine bar. The museum will be closed to the public on July 17 for this event.

 

Monday, July 18

Join ‘Dungeons & Dragons’ game night

7/18/2022

POLSON — Dungeons & Dragons game night will be held at the North Lake County Public Library on Monday, July 18 starting at 5: p.m. with an average run time of 4 hours: “Hunt for the Ghost Ship” is the title of our adventure. We will meet in the large meeting room. Light snacks will be provided, but you are welcome to bring food & non-alcoholic beverages. This adventure is geared toward older teens & adults.

Please call 406-883-8225 to reserve a player spot or just drop-in to observe.  

Wednesday, July 20

Atlatis throwing demonstration given

7/20/2022

KALISPELL — Atlatls are ancient weapons that preceded the bow and arrow in most parts of the world and are one of humankind’s first mechanical inventions. Presenters will give a brief history of the atlatl and then give a demonstration of how it was effectively used for hunting. 

All participants will get an opportunity to use these hunting weapons and understand how they work. Children 4 years old and older are welcome come try it out. 

Call the visitor center at 406-755-2706 Ext. 0 to register, as space is limited. Cost is free($8 park entry fee still applies to out-of-state vehicles). 

 

Atlatls throwing demonstration

7/20/2022

KALISPELL — Atlatls are ancient weapons that preceded the bow and arrow in most parts of the world and are one of humankind’s first mechanical inventions. Presenters will give a brief history of the atlatis and then give a demonstration of how it was effectively used for hunting. All participants will get an opportunity to use these hunting weapons and understand how they work. Children 4 years old and older are welcome come try it out. Call the visitor center at 406-755-2706 Ext. 0 to register, as space is limited. Cost is free ($8 park entry fee still applies to out-of-state vehicles). 

 

Friday, July 22

Blues Festival features Northwest musicians

7/22/2022

HOT SPRINGS — For two days on the north lawn of Symes Hot Springs Hotel the annual Hot Springs Blues Festival will feature true blues from around the Northwest. Different bands will play nightly from 6-8 p.m. and 8:30-10:30 p.m. Call 406-741-2361 or go to: symeshotspringsbluesfestival.com for updates.

Learn about Lone Pine State Park’s beauty

7/22/2022

 

 

KALISPELL — Surrounded by the natural beauty of Lone Pine State Park, Kathy Ross, Flathead Valley landscaper/gardener of more than 30 years will talk about the importance of this beauty on Friday, July 22 from 6-7 p.m. 

   Come explore the relationship of native plants, insects and birds, and find out why this relationship is so important to understanding loss of habitats and biodiversity. Learn how you can help native species in your own landscapes. Call the visitor center at 406-755-2706 ext. 0 to register, as space is limited. Cost is free ($8 park entry fee still applies to out-of-state vehicles). 

 

Saturday, July 23

Beginner Vinyasa Yoga class offered at Lone Pine State Park

7/23/2022

KALISPELL — Enjoy a beginner Vinyasa yoga flow class from 8-9:15 a.m. on Saturday, July 23, at Lone Pine State Park. This 45-minute yoga class will take place as the sun is rising. 

Bring layers and a warm drink as the morning is chilly. Yoga mats will not be provided so bring your own mat, towel, or blanket to set underneath you.

Call the visitor center at 406-755-2706 ext. 0 to register, as space is limited. Cost is $4 per participant ($8 park entry fee still applies to out-of-state vehicles). 

 

Join treasure hunt

7/23/2022

POLSON — The all new Art Trail, instituted by the Sandpiper Art Gallery, is a treasure hunt, a great exhibit and sale opportunity for artists in the Mission Valley in locations from St. Ignatius to Dayton. Contact the gallery at 406-883-5956 for more information

More true blues played in Hot Springs

7/23/2022

HOT SPRINGS — On the north lawn of Symes Hot Springs Hotel the Hot Springs Blues Festival will feature true blues from around the Northwest. Music will be performed 4-6 p.m. with the Wolf Tones performing from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Mudslide Charley plays from 9-11 p.m. Call 406-741-2361 or go to: symeshotspringsbluesfestival.com for updates.

 

Participate in Family Trivia in the Park

7/23/2022

KALISPELL — On Saturday, July 23, from 7-8:30 p.m. test your knowledge of Lone Pine State Park at the first trivia night of the year. The questions will focus on the history of Lone Pine, plant ecology, and animal ecology. We will go through four rounds of questions to share our knowledge or learn new facts. All ages are welcome and feel free to bring snacks and drinks. Call the visitor center at 406-755-2706 ext. 0 to register, as space is limited. Cost is free ($8 park entry fee still applies to out-of-state vehicles). 

 

Play poker in Flathead Lake at Poker Paddle event

7/23/2022

FLATHEAD LAKE — Join us for the return of the Poker Paddle for Clean Water event on Saturday, July 23, at 9:30 a.m. at The Shoe restaurant. 

Bring your kayaks, SUPs, canoes or swimming ability on a short or long course to designated stops on the beautiful south end of Flathead Lake in Polson. Collect playing cards along the way. 

Prizes for best and worst hand. Each participant receives a commemorative gift. Food and music to follow. 

For more information contact Amber Stanfield at: amber@flatheadlakers.org.

 

Sunday, July 24

Shotgun event held at Big Sky Sporting Clays

7/24/2022

RONAN — The Lake County Fair starts out with a bang with the Shotgun Sporting Clays event at noon at Big Sky Sporting Clays, 42295 Irvine Flats Road in Polson. Call 406-883-2000, for more information. 

 

Take a Likin’ to Lichen Table Talk

7/24/2022

KALISPELL — On Sunday, July 24, from 12-2 p.m. learn about lichen. 

Table Talks are designed for visitors to chat, ask questions, and learn something new while out hiking in the park. Touch and feel different types of lichen, learn the difference between various lichens and discover why it is so special to have at Lone Pine. We will be stationed at the Lone Pine trailhead, so feel free to stop by. 

Monday, July 25

Lake County Fair begins

7/25/2022

RONAN — The Lake County Fair will hold interview judging beginning at noon. The annual Lake County Fair is a big event in the lives of many boys, girls and adults in the area, especially for 4-H and FFA students. 

Go to: lakemt.gov/fair/events.html for event schedules or pick up a Fair Book from local retailers.

 

Wednesday, July 27

Fair 4-H judging takes place

7/27/2022

RONAN — A 4-H breakfast will take place 7-11 a.m. at the Lake County Fairgrounds. A swine show will happen between 8-11:30 a.m. The horticulture barn opens at 10 a.m. The kid zone is open between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. A non-perishable open class check-in takes place between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. There will be a cat show at noon and a poultry show at 1:30 p.m. At 5 p.m. a family style dinner will be held. At 6 p.m. market beef judging will take place and at 6:30 there will be an open class judges’ orientation with open class judging between 7-9 p.m. 

 

Free meditation classes offered

7/27/2022

ZOOM — Mission Mountain Zen is offering free online meditation classes. Please join the Mission Mountain Zen Center on Wednesday, July 20 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 to 7:30 pm, Mountain Time. We will cultivate and deepen our centering skills and meditation practice during the class. 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.

 

Irrigation District to meet

7/27/2022

RONAN — Flathead Irrigation District will hold their monthly meeting on Wednesday, July 27 at 1 p.m. at Mission West Community Development Partners, 407 Main Street SW. 

The meeting is upstairs.

 

Musicians play at Ronan Co-op Brewery

7/27/2022

RONAN — The Ronan Cooperative Brewery will host live music performed by the Western Montana Musicians Co-op at 6:30 p.m. 

Thursday, July 28

Big Cats presentation given at Ronan Co-op Brewery

7/28/2022

RONAN — The Ronan Cooperative Brewery will host Hugh Robinson of Panthera at 6 p.m. He will give a presentation on Big Cats. Join this interesting evening event.

 

Friday, July 29

Crab Fest held at fairgrounds

7/29/2022

RONAN — The Lake County Fair continues with breakfast from 8-11 a.m. The kid zone is open from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. The horse show is at 10 a.m. A lunch special will be offered between 11:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. The rabbit show is at 2:30 p.m. The Crabfest takes place from 5-9 p.m. Pre-purchase tickets from the Ronan Chamber of Commerce by contacting: secretary@ronanchamber.com. A teen dance begins at 9 p.m.

 

Library hosts presentation from Montana PBS

7/29/2022

POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library’s Summer Reading Program continues with Deanna Mydland from Montana PBS at 10 a.m.

Local food available at the Brewery

7/29/2022

RONAN — The Ronan Cooperative Brewery will have local food purveyor Hot Diggity Dog available for the evening. 

 

 

 

 

Quilt Show begins

7/29/2022

RONAN — The Mission Mountain Quilt Guild quilt show will be held on Friday, July 29 from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. at the K. William Harvey gymnasium in Ronan. Vendors, demonstrations, featured quilters, and voting for “people’s choice” for best quilts will take place on Friday. Quilted items will be available for sale. Raffle tickets for a beautiful quilt and a fat quarter basket will be sold. A winner will be drawn at 3:30 p.m. on Saturday.

 

Summer Speaker Series continues: Bat adaptations

7/29/2022

KALISPELL — On Friday, July 29 from 6-7 p.m. join Lone Pine District ranger and bat enthusiast to learn more about the wild adaptations of this often-misunderstood flying mammal. Bats pollinate species essential for survival, like agave, bananas, and coffee, and save the US agricultural industry over $3 billion annually in pest control. Call the visitor center at 406-755-2706 ext. 0 to register, as space is limited. Cost is free ($8 park entry fee still applies to out-of-state vehicles). 

 

Saturday, July 30

Cherry Festival begins

7/30/2022

POLSON — The Polson Business Community invites you to participate in the 23rd annual Polson Main Street Flathead Cherry Festival from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, July 30 and 31. They are proud to note that this two-day event has been recognized among the top five must-see tourism attractions in the state. The festival includes fresh local cherry sales, artists, vendors, local food and drinks.

Quilt Show holds drawing for quilt, more

7/30/2022

RONAN — The Mission Mountain Quilt Guild quilt show continues Saturday, July 30 from 10 a.m.- 3:30 p.m. at the K. William Harvey gymnasium in Ronan. Quilted items will be available for sale. Raffle tickets for a beautiful quilt and a fat quarter basket will also sold. A winner will be drawn at 3:30 p.m.

Ranch rodeo held at fairgrounds

7/30/2022

RONAN — The Lake County Fair continues with breakfast at the fairgrounds from 8-11 a.m. The kid zone is open from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and the beef and dairy breeding and showmanship program is from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. The Large Animal Round Robin takes place between 3 and 4 p.m. A ranch rodeo is from 5-8 p.m. All livestock will be released between 7-9 p.m. with clipping chutes removed. 

 

Sunday, July 31

Barrel race begins early

7/31/2022

RONAN — At 9 a.m. the NBHA barrel race takes place at the Lake County Fairgrounds. 

 

Barrel race begins early

7/31/2022

RONAN — At 9 a.m. the NBHA barrel race takes place at the Lake County Fairgrounds.

Cherry Festiva continues

7/31/2022

POLSON — The final day of the Cherry Festival takes place on Main Street in downtown from 10 a.m.- 4 p.m.

 

Tuesday, August 2

AIS presentation given

8/2/2022

POLSON — Science on Tap, a program by the Flathead Biological Station at Yellow Bay, will be presented by Tom Woolf, AIS Bureau Chief with MT FWP, and AIS inspector. The evening presentation takes place at the Flathead Lakers Offices, Salish building outdoor plaza from 6:30-8 p.m. Come celebrate our AIS Watercraft Inspectors and learn more about Montana’s fight to keep invasive species out of our waters. The event takes place from 6:30-8 p.m.

 

Owl Research presentation made at horsemen meeting

8/2/2022

RONAN — The Mission Valley Back Country Horsemen will hold their next monthly meeting on Aug. 2, at 7 p.m. at the VFW om Round Butte Rd. We are very fortunate to be able to present a Power Point presentation by the Owl Research Institute. If Denver Holt is not available, the institute’s lead biologist, Beth Mendelsohn or Lauren Smith, their Director of Communications, will give the presentation. 

The Owl Research Institute, located in Charlo, maintains long-term research on 10 owl species in Montana and Alaska. Their research is a critical step in understanding how to effectively preserve a future for owls. We encourage the general public to attend this event also. 

You don’t want to miss this folks. They are celebrating 33 years of owl conservation.

Wednesday, August 3

Polson Chamber to meet

8/3/2022

POLSON — The next Polson Chamber luncheon is Aug. 3. Our speaker will be State Representative Shane Morigeau; he will speak about the “The State of the Tribes.”

 

Thursday, August 4

Free Glacier Park entry

8/4/2022

GLACIER PARK — Entry to Glacier National Park is free on Thursday, Aug. 25 in celebration of the National Park Service’s birthday.

 

Fun for kids includes singing, dancing

8/4/2022

POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library’s Summer Reading Program takes place at 10 a.m. Come join us for a presentation geared toward younger children titled, “Tribal Waves,” by Sika Ulutoa. There will be interactive singing and dancing for little ones.

 

 

Summer Soirée held

8/4/2022

POLSON —Join us Thursday, Aug. 4 on Rocky Point in Polson overlooking Flathead Lake, for an evening fundraising event. Musical guest Tommy Edwards & Man and the Box will entertain. Light appetizers and drinks will be served. A limited number of tickets are available. Proceeds from this event support the Flathead Lakers. Visit the Flathead Lakers website: lakers@flatheadlakers.org or call 406-883-1346 for more information.

Friday, August 5

Listen to Flathead Flute Choir

8/5/2022

POLSON — The Lake County Public Library continues its Acoustic Music Series on their first Friday of each month. On Aug. 5 the Flathead Flute Choir will be in the library. Join us for a relaxing musical afternoon in the library atrium. Music starts at 3:30 p.m. Feel free to sit and listen or just enjoy the background music as you browse.  

Motocross event held in Plains

8/5/2022

PLAINS — Motocross will be at the Sanders County Fairgrounds on Friday and Saturday, Aug. 5 and 6, starting at 7 p.m. Gates open at 5 p.m. Tickets are $20 and $10 for children 12 and under. 

Pioneer Days fun begins

8/5/2022

RONAN — The Pioneer Days celebration begins on Friday, Aug. 5 and continues through Sunday, Aug. 7 at the Ronan Fairgrounds. Ronan Pioneer Days is a community event with fun for the whole family. There will be plenty of good old-fashioned entertainment. For more information call 406-676-8300.

 

RHS class of 1972 celebrates 50th year reunion

8/5/2022

RONAN — The Ronan High Class of 1972 will be celebrating their 50th class reunion on Aug. 5, 6, 7. This celebration will include a get-together Friday night, dinner Saturday evening and participation in the Pioneer Days parade on Sunday. For further information, call Jayne Wangerin at 406-249-6448.

Saturday, August 6

Basketball tournament tradition continues

8/6/2022

RONAN — The 26th annual Ronan Pioneer Days 3-on-3 Tournament takes place Aug. 6 in the Ronan Schools’ parking lot. Registration deadline is July 25 and entry fee is $150.

 

More Pioneer Days fun held in Ronan

8/6/2022

RONAN — Ronan Pioneers continues. Past events have included a mini petting zoo, dummy roping, stick pony racing, lawnmower races, farmer Olympics, sheep riding and sheep dressing. Visit www.facebook.com/RonanPioneerDays for more information.

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