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.

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.

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.

POLSON — From Aug. 10-27 the Port Polson Players production of Gregg Kreutz’s comedy-mystery “Death by Golf ” wraps up Polson’s Summer Theatre season. When an escaped convict, an anxious bride, a scheming new husband, and a suspicious attorney all convene at Grandpa’s house, it doesn’t take long for Grandpa to realize he has to reschedule his golf game. This show pays tribute to the Players’ location on the Old Nine of the Polson Golf Course. Reservations can be made by calling the theatre box office at 406-883-9212 or visiting portpolsonplayers.com.

POLSON — Aug. 8 is the first day for the caregivers’ class. Powerful Tools for Caregivers classes are scheduled for six Tuesdays, Aug. 8- Sept. 12 in Polson. Time for the class is 10-11:30 a.m. The classes are sponsored by the Area VI Agency on Aging to help caregivers thrive in this most difficult life role. Please call 1-800-266-4188 for more information or to register. Class size is limited.

ST. IGNATIUS — A vacation Bible school will take place Aug. 14 - 18, at Zion Lutheran Church, 306 Second Ave. from 8:30- 11:20 a.m. Zion Lutheran Church is sponsoring Mighty Fortress, a vacation Bible school program. We’ll learn about Jesus through five Bible stories, meet new friends, do fun activities, sing great songs, make crafts, play games, eat snacks, and more. It’s going to be fun, but it would be more fun with you there. For more information, contact Pastor Whaley at 406-745-4149 or go to: email@lcmsmontana.org.

POLSON — AARP’s Smart Driver Course will be held at the Polson Senior Center from 8:30-11 a.m. and from 1- 3 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 15. Call 406-883-4735, for a reservation.

RONAN — Ronan Library will be closed on Tuesday, Aug. 15, for a staff work day.

POLSON — The Polson Chamber of Commerce’s August SPLASH will be held on Thursday, Aug. 17, from 5- 7 p.m. This event will be hosted by Riverside Recreation, 412 Second Street West and co-host will be OH Well Drill and Pump. The monthly Support Polson Late Afternoon Social Hour (SPLASH) offers participants the chance to network and learn more about the featured business each month. For additional information about this and other Chamber programs, visit www.polsonchamber.com or call 406-883-5969.

RONAN — Aug. 17 is the last day to turn in Summer Reading Logs at Ronan Library.

BISON RANGE PICNIC AREA — Bring your family and friends to celebrate unity in diversity at the beautiful Bison Range picnic grounds, starting at 6 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 18. The main dish will be provided and side dishes to share are welcome. Storyteller, author and world-traveler Earl Redman will share stories designed to foster personal peace, family harmony, and unity in our community. The stories are based on the fascinating tales and teachings of a Persian Baha’i (‘Abdu’l-Baha) who traveled to many countries, including the US, in the early 1900s, promoting peace, love and racial unity through word and deed. Children’s activities will be provided. All are welcome. Hosted by the Baha’i’s of the Flathead Reservation.

POLSON — Come learn and earn $20 worth of double SNAP dollars to spend on locally grown produce, seeds, meat, eggs, bread, and garden plants at the Polson Farmers’ Market, for those that are SNAP eligible. In the final class of the season, Flathead Reservation Extension SNAP Education Coordinator Ginger Pitts will teach a fresh skillet class on Friday, Aug. 18, from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at Polson Loaves & Fish Food Pantry, 904 First Street E. Come learn how to eat better on a budget and make a delicious entree using what you have on hand in your own kitchen; no recipe needed. Please sign up in advance, as space is limited. Email: shay@ missoulacfac.org for more information.

POLSON — The seventh annual Flathead Lake Blues Festival will be held Friday, Aug. 18. Music includes Andre Floyd and the Mood Iguana, the Mike Murray Band, Halladay Quist, Ticket Sauce, Off in the Woods, the Kenny James Miller Band, Big Daddy and the Blue Notes, Jameson and the Sordid Seeds and Mudslide Charley. On Saturday, Aug. 19, the music includes the Michelle Taylor Band, Estelle and the Atomic Jive, Polly O’Keary and the Rhythm Method and Andrea Harsell and the Luna Roja. All of this happening on the shores of Flathead Lake at Sacajawea Park in Polson. For more information go to: www.flatheadlakebluesfestival. com.

POLSON — Takes Horse Gallery is excited to announce that guest artist Rachel Warner will be covering the gallery on Aug. 18 and 19 while we attend Crow Fair. Rachel’s talents will be on display as she works on a tonalist oil painting in the gallery. Stop in to see for yourself. Takes Horse Gallery is at 49487 Highway 93. Call for more information at 406-224-4943.

RONAN — Friday, Aug. 18, is movie night at the Ronan library. The movie starts at 5 p.m. and there will be snacks served.

PABLO – The annual Social Powwow at the People’s Center on Highway 93 in Pablo is planned for Aug. 19 and is open to all artists and vendors. This is a social gathering of native dancers, drums, stick games and singers celebrating their different native dance styles. Vendors of native arts and crafts and food will have their goods available. (There will be no contest dancing.) For times and more information call 406-675-0160.

RONAN — On Saturday, Aug. 19, the grand prize drawing and picnic for the Ronan Library’s summer reading program takes place at Bockman Park. It will be held at noon at the big pavilion just off Eisenhower Street. You must be present to win.

POLSON — The sixth annual Polson Triathlon will be held on Saturday, Aug. 19, at Riverside Park starting at 8:40 a.m. The Polson Triathlon is a locally run, locally inspired Olympic Distance Triathlon. For more information, visit: www.polsontriathlon. com or contact Matt Seeley at 406-871- 0216 or email: seeleyspeedwagon@ gmail.com.

RONAN — A Ronan Community Roundtable meeting is currently scheduled for Monday, Aug. 21, at noon, at the Gathering Room in the Flower Mill on Main St. I’m hoping Chief Weaver and Mayor Aipperspach will make presentations on Ronan City happenings and possibly answer some questions from the group. Please feel free to bring a brown bag lunch and we hope to see you there.

POLSON — North Lake County Public Library is hosting a Solar Eclipse Block Party on Monday, Aug. 21, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. A total solar eclipse will cross the United States on that day. In Polson we will see about 89% totality. The North Lake County Library Foundation is hosting a $5 hot dog lunch with all proceeds going toward the library’s Family Summer Reading Program. Mission Valley Eye Center/Ronan Eye Clinic has generously sponsored the purchase of more than 200 pairs of solar eclipse glasses that will be available at the party to safely view the eclipse. There will be crafts for kids, educational displays, a photo booth, music and more. We will have limited seating available – feel free to bring a lawn chair for comfort. The library will also be holding a huge book sale in the meeting room from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. that day. We hope to see you there.

ST. IGNATIUS — The annual teacher and school employees’ appreciation luncheon will be held on Aug. 21 from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Mission Valley United Methodist Church, (top of Post Creek Hill). School supplies will be available and as a special bonus this year, glasses to watch the eclipse will also be available. For more information, call 406-676- 8571 or 406-644-0122.

CHARLO/ARLEE — The first day of school for Charlo and Arlee Schools is Wednesday, Aug. 23.

POLSON — The free “Night at the Museum” held at the Miracle of America Museum, 36094 Memory Lane, is held on the fourth Thursday evening of each month. On Thursday, Aug. 24, the program will answer a couple of the most commonly asked questions from museum visitors. Namely, “How did this museum get started?” and “Where did you get all of your stuff?” This event will also celebrate founder Gil Mangel’s 75th birthday so there will be cake and ice cream or root beer floats. We like to start the programs at 6:30 p.m. If you have any questions, you may call 406-270-7895.

GLACIER PARK — There will be a free entrance day at Glacier National Park along with all other National Parks on Friday, Aug. 25, in commemoration of National Park Service Birthday.

ARLEE — Nkwusm School’s Parent/Student Orientation is on Aug. 25, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Please come meet the staff, sign your papers, and laugh with each other. We look forward to seeing everyone this upcoming 2017-2018 school year.

PABLO — The Spirit of Truth Church is holding revival services with Brandan Maddox of Springfield, Oregon, from Aug. 25-27. Maddox, who grew up in Mobile, Alabama, will be preaching at 7 p.m. on Friday, at 1 p.m. on Saturday and at 11 a.m. on Sunday, at the church, 59855 U.S. 93 Frontage Road (next to Forkhorn Loop). For more information, call Pastor Mingo Guerrero at 406-837-2637.

POLSON — The Flathead River Indian Rodeo will be held at the Polson Fair Grounds on Friday and Saturday, Aug. 25 and 26, starting at 7 p.m. Tickets are $15 for adults, $10 for students and senior citizens, children 6 and under are free. Tickets may be purchased at the gate. For more information, call 406- 890-3309 or email peter@ pistolcreekrodeo.com. There will be live music after the rodeo each night. Food and beverage concessions will be available. Vendors spaces are available.

POLSON — CASA of Lake and Sanders counties is hosting a yard sale on Saturday, Aug. 26, from 8 a.m.-5 p.m., at 39 Mission View Dr. Donations of yard sale items will be gratefully accepted and can be dropped off at this address anytime, or you may call 406-546-5807 for more information.

POLSON — The annual Open House and Public Free Shoot Day will take place at Polson Shooters Association Range, 38386 Kerr Dam Road, from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 26. Join us to check out the range and see what we offer, to sight-in your rifles or hand guns, and for a free lunch of burgers or hot dogs and soft drinks. Bring a friend, neighbor or family member. For more information, call 406- 883-1110 or 406-249-2250.

RONAN —The Mission Valley Bowling Association’s fall meeting will be held at 7 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 28, at Lucky Strike Lanes. If you are interested in schedules, teams, or have any pertinent information, please attend this meeting. Regular league bowling will start after Labor Day.