Friday, August 18
Boys and Girls Club starts in Ronan, Polson
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.
Friday, August 18
RMS begins food program
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.
Friday, August 18
Watch ‘Death by Golf ’ through Aug. 27
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.
Friday, August 18
Class for Caregivers given through Sept. 12
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.
Friday, August 18
Join Mission VBS
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.
Community picnic with storytelling on unity
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.
Learn, earn at Polson Farmers Market
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.
Listen to Blues on the lake
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.
Visit gallery, watch artist work
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.