Monday, September 12
Caregiver class set
POLSON — Western Montana Area VI Agency of Aging presents a Powerful Tools for Caregivers six-week class session to give you, the caregiver, tools you need to avoid burnout. The classes will be each Thursday, Aug.11- Sept.15, from 10-11:30 a.m. at the O-Maley conference room on the second floor of Providence St. Joseph Medical Center #6, Thirteenth Ave. E. The cost is $50 with assistance available. Register by calling 406-883-7284 or 1-800-266-4188.
Monday, September 12
Sandpiper's new exhibit features new artists from 8/23 to 9/30
POLSON — From Aug. 23-Sept. 30, the exhibit “Fresh Perspective” will feature new Sandpiper Art and Gift Gallery artists Barbara Shrider (watercolor), Mark Sherman (raku pottery), Denise Zemke (stained glass), Gail Trenfield (watercolor/ photography), and long-time member artist Joanne Simpson (watercolor batik) and invited oil painter and pastel artist Helen Siemers. For more information contact the Gallery at 406-883-5956.
Monday, September 12
Celebrate Angus McDonald’s 200th b’day
ST. IGNATIUS — The Fort Connah Restoration Society will celebrate “Angus McDonald Days,” his 200th birthday, during our free Fall Open House Rendezvous scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 10-Wednesday, Sept. 14. For camping information call: 406-546-5067 or call 406-745-4336 for general information. Fort Connah is located 6 miles north of St. Ignatius at mile marker 39 on Highway 93.
ACT for America to meet
POLSON — The Lake County Chapter of ACT for America will meet on Monday, Sept. 12 at 6:30 p.m. at the Polson Red Lion Inn. The program will feature “Killing Ed,” a new documentary film that exposes the truth of one of the largest networks of taxpayer-funded charter schools in the U.S. The schools are operated with n of the “Gulen Movement,” led by Fethullah Gulen, the suspected organizer of the recent attempted coup in Turkey. For more information, e-mail Lake County co-chairman at: lakecountyact@gmail.com.
Irrigators hold monthly meeting
RONAN — Attention Flathead Irrigation District Irrigators our monthly board meeting will be held Sept. 12, at 1 p.m. at 407 Main Street SW in the Mission Mountain Food Enterprise Center, upstairs.
NAMI group to meet at Polson library
POLSON — On Monday, Sept. 12, NAMI Mission Valley will meet at North Lake County Library in the meeting room beginning at 6:30 p.m. We will continue with the series on the brain. If you have questions, phone 406-883- 1086.
Tuesday, September 13
Rehearsals begin for Choral Society
POLSON — Tuesday, Sept. 13, is the first day of rehearsals for the Mission Valley Choral Society’s fall season and seasonal concert. We will meet at 7 p.m. at the Polson Presbyterian Church. All singers, (young, old, professionals, rank amateurs or anyone who just likes to have fun making music) is welcome and invited. Call 406-883-1086 for details. Visit the MVCS website or just show up.
Wednesday, September 14
Fellowship to study Book of John
POLSON — This year’s Bible Study Fellowship starts Wednesday, Sept. 14, at Polson Community Church, 1814 First Street E at 6:25 p.m. The group is interdenominational and has all female participants. We are studying John - an awesome book. The meetings start on time and strive to be done by 8 p.m. Unfortunately there is no childcare at this BSF. For information regarding the format for the Bible study or any other questions, call 406-755-1738 or 406-871-5758.
Jette homeowners to meet
POLSON — Jette Meadows Homeowners Association’s monthly meeting will be held Wednesday, Sept. 14, at 6 p.m. at the Speer Home.
Resource Roundtable to gather
POLSON — Resource Roundtable will be gathering again on Wednesday, Sept. 14, at noon at the Lake County Health Department conference room. Lunch will be provided.
Rural Fire holds regular board meeting
POLSON — The regular monthly meeting of the Polson Rural Fire District Board of Trustees will take place Wednesday, Sept. 14, at 7 p.m. at the Fairgrounds Station #1 meeting room, 25-B Regatta Road.
VFW Auxiliary to meet
RONAN — The VFW Auxiliary is meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 14, at 6:30 p.m. at the VFW Hall. For more information call 406-676-3380.
Thursday, September 15
Senator Sands to speak at businesswomen’s group
RONAN — Missoula Businesswomen’s Network Mission Valley Sub-network will host Senator Diane Sands on Sept. 15, from 11:45 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Lake County Community Development Building, 407 W Main Street. Senator Sands’ topic will be, “History of Montana’s Women – Suffrage Movement.” The lunch sponsor will be Laurie Dassonville. Please RSVP TO ldville@yahoo. com by Sept. 13.
St. Joe’s hosts SPLASH
POLSON — Support Polson Late Afternoon Social Hour will be held on Thursday, Sept. 15, from 5-7 p.m. Your host will be Providence St Joseph located at 6 Thirteenth Ave. E in Polson. See you there.
Friday, September 16
‘Hot Flash Blues’ provide music
HOT SPRINGS — Hot Flash Blues, a ladies dance band, will provide music at the Symes Hotel from 8-10 p.m.
Preservation talk, dinner on tap in Big Arm
BIG ARM — The Big Arm Association will host an evening potluck at the historic Big Arm School on Friday, Sept 16, at 6 p.m. Bring one of your favorite dishes to share with neighbors and friends. Dinner is between 6-7 p.m. Speakers are Hilary Devlin and Dr. Shawn Devlin. Hilary is the Education and Outreach Coordinator for the Flathead Lakers and Shawn is a research professor at the Flathead Lake Biological Station. They will discuss aspects of Flathead Lake and what we can do to keep it beautiful. Come enjoy a meal with friends and neighbors and ask questions about what each of us can do to preserve our magnificent Flathead Lake. For more information, call 406-849-5064.
Saturday, September 17
Boogie-woogie played on the piano
HOT SPRINGS — Wayo will provide boogie-woogie on the piano at the Symes Hotel from 8-10 p.m.
Harvest Fest promises family fun
RONAN — The Ronan Area Chamber of Commerce will host a Harvest Fest on Saturday, Sept. 17, from 9 a.m.- 3 p.m. at the Ronan Visitors’ Center on Highway 93. The day includes kids’ games, a Dutch oven cook-off, food and craft vendors and a scarecrow decorating contest.
View free family-friendly movie at Sacajawea Park
POLSON — On Saturday, Sept. 17, the Xi Alpha Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi presents a free showing of “Night at the Museum.” The movie starts at dusk (about 7:45 p.m.). Bring your own chairs, blankets and picnic food to Sacajawea Park. Beginning at 6 p.m. we will have pop, water, candy, and popcorn for sale, as well as glow bracelets and necklaces. Spread the word and come to this free family friendly event. In the event of rain, the movie will be rescheduled.
Monday, September 19
Learn to use herbs for health
POLSON — Our next gathering of Thyme for Herbs will be Monday, Sept. 19, at 7 p.m. in the North Valley Library. Our main topic will be “Herbs For Your Health Challenges”. We will also discuss saving seeds to sprout for winter nutrients. Bring your questions about using herbs. We are inviting new people who are interested in learning how to use herbs to enhance their health. For information, call Linda Peterson at 406-319-2446.
Tuesday, September 20
Commodities delivered
RONAN — Senior commodities will be delivered on Tuesday, Sept. 20. The commodities program is open to those over 60 years of age and meets certain income levels. If you are interested in receiving commodities or know someone who can benefit from this program call the LCCOA at 406-676-2367.
Seniors learn to ‘Move for Better Balance’
POLSON — Moving for Better Balance, an evidence-based, adapted Tai Chi class will be offered by the Area VI Agency on Aging on Tuesday and Friday for 12 weeks, beginning Sept. 20. Call Jane at 406-883-7284, for more information or to sign up.
Thursday, September 22
Adults, children invited to ‘Big Read’
POLSON — North Lake County Public Library in Polson invites everyone to take part in the Big Read. The adult book selection is “Love Medicine” by Louise Erdrich. Events take place Thursday, Sept. 22 and Oct. 13 at 7 p.m. The children’s selection is “The Mud Pony” by Caron Lee Cohen. Events take place on Saturday, Sept. 24, from 11 a.m.-noon. For more information, please call the library’s circulation desk at 406-883-8225.
DAR celebrates genealogy
CHARLO — The Kuilix Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution will meet Thursday, Sept. 22, at the United Methodist Church, Highway 93, at noon. Bring a brownbag lunch. The meeting will begin at 1 p.m. The meeting topic is “Celebrate Your Genealogy.” Bring your laptops. Regent Nancy Mehaffie and Registrar Nancy Eastes will show us Internet tricks for studying genealogy. Prospective members and the public are welcome. For more information go: hunn.mehaffie@ gmail.com.
Enjoy free night, movie at MOAM
POLSON — Enjoy a free night at the Miracle of America Museum, 36094 Memory Lane, on the fourth Thursday evening of each month. The program starts at 6:30 pm. Treats and donations accepted. On Thursday, Sept. 22, we will show “The Sound of Music.” Come join us for a fun evening. If you have questions call 406-883-6804.
Soups served at Community Dinner
POLSON — Fellowship Baptist Church, 2 Seventh Ave. E, will host a Community Dinner on Thursday, Sept. 22, at 6 p.m. The menu includes soups, breads, salads and desserts. All are welcome
Friday, September 23
Bereavement group set to begin in Polson
POLSON — A free eight week Bereavement Support Group series for adults grieving the death of a loved one is offered Wednesdays from 10-11:30 a.m. from Sept. 28-Nov. 16, at the O’Maley conference room at St. Joseph Medical Center. Registration is required by Sept. 23. To register contact: Mary Martin, LCSW, at 406- 883-8914 or mary.martin@ providence.org.
Clark speaker at Pachyderm meeting
POLSON — The Lake County Pachyderms will feature Johanna Clark, Candidate for HD93, Friday, Sept. 23, at noon at the Polson Rural Fire Department.
Help keep West Shore library open
WEST LAKE — Come celebrate West Shore Community Library’s “21 Times Around the Sun.” With only contributions and volunteers we have progressed from a garage to a full service library. We serve the West Lake area from Somers to Big Arm. Meet us at the Hilton Garden Inn in Kalispell on Friday, Sept. 23, at 6 p.m. for dinner, dancing and auctions. Tickets are $60 per person and go to help keep West Shore Community Library’s doors open. For further information, call 406-844-3917 or go to: wsclibrary.org.
Little Big Band to play in Arlee
ARLEE — The Little Big Band will play a “Pass the Hat” music evening at Hangin’ Art Gallery, 92555 Highway 93, on Friday, Sept. 23, from 6-8 p.m. Dinner will be served from 5:30- 7:30 p.m. followed by music and dancing. The Little Big Band plays popular tunes from the 1940’s Big Band Era and classic country from 1980s and “backwards.” Members James and Shirley Pettit and Richard Tobel of Ronan have been playing together for 15 years. Call the Gallery at 406-726-5005 or Jim at 406- 676-8224 or email: jlpettit4@ gmail.com
Order Mission Chamber calendar
ST. IGNATIUS — The St. Ignatius Chamber of Commerce is taking orders for the 2017 Birthday Calendar. There will be a table at Rod’s IGA from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 23. September 23 is the absolute last day for orders so please plan accordingly. Prices remain at $10 each with extra names and dates outside the household available for 50 cents each. You may call LaVonne at 745-3423 or Stephanie Morton at NAPA in St. Ignatius for ordering and information. Thank you for supporting your Chamber.
Support RFD at tailgate benefi
RONAN — A tailgate benefit for Ronan Fire Department will take place at 5 p.m. at the Ronan High School football field on Friday, Sept. 23. Tri-tip sandwiches, coleslaw and chips will be sold for $7. Come support the RFD and enjoy a great meal. Call 406-253-9350 for more information.
Tin Cup plays bluegrass
HOT SPRINGS — Tin Cup will provide bluegrass music at the Symes Hotel from 8-10 p.m.
Saturday, September 24
Fees waived at National Parks
GLACIER PARK — Entrance fees to Glacier National Park, as well as other units of the National Park Service, will be waived on Saturday, Sept. 24, in honor of National Public Lands Day.
Garage sale proceeds to benefit Methodist Church
POLSON — Multiple families have donated goods to the United Methodist Church, 301 Sixteenth Ave. E, garage sale scheduled for Saturday, Sept 24. All proceeds benefit the church. Doors will open at 8 a.m. and close at 3 p.m. Coffee and cinnamon rolls will be available for purchase. Call 406-883-6161 or 406-883-4015 with questions.
Have fun under the stars at fundraiser
POLSON — Mission Valley Christian Academy will host a fun night under the stars at their Island Dreams Fundraising Auction and Dinner at the Red Lion on Saturday, Sept. 24. You won’t want to miss the opportunity for great vacation packages, world class fish sculpture, area certificates and much, much more. All proceeds benefit Mission Valley Christian Academy. Admission/dinner tickets are $25 each, doors open at 5 p.m. and dinner is served at 6:30 p.m. For more information, call MVCA at 406-883-6858.
Marines, public play golf for “Toys for Tots”
POLSON — The first annual Marine Corps Reserves “Toys for Tots” four-person Golf Scramble, presented by Marine Corps League #1041, takes place on Saturday, Sept. 24, (one day event). Play 18 holes at the Polson Bay Golf Course Bayshore Nine (old nine) 2 laps. Shotgun start is at 9 a.m. on the old nine. Entry fee: course season pass holders are $40 per person and non- course season pass holders $50 are per person. Entry includes golf and meal after play on the lawn below clubhouse. Scoring by Pro Shop on the Calaway System. The field is limited to the first 64 entries and is open to the public. For more information call the Polson Bay Golf Course at 406-883-8230.
Ronan Fairgrounds holds ‘Hay and Stuff’ auction
RONAN — It’s time to clean out the garage and barn. A benefit auction to help fund improvements for the fairgrounds and arena will take place on the Ronan Fairgrounds Sept. 24 at 10 a.m. Donations of hay, straw or other marketable items are appreciated. All proceeds go to improvements on the fairgrounds. For information call Ken Snyder at 406-261-1759 or Sjaan Vincent at 406-644- 2863.
Watch PHS volleyball at Linderman
POLSON — The Polson High School Volleyball team plays against Hamilton and Dillon on Saturday, Sept. 24, at 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. in the Linderman School gym. For more information call 406- 883-6351
Sunday, September 25
Financial class preview
RONAN - Free class preview video for Dave Ramsey's Financial Peace University will be Sunday, Sept. 25 at 6 p.m. at Lighthouse Christian Fellowship, 207 Eisenhower St. SW. There is a charge for actual classes, which begin Oct. 9 at 7 p.m. Class material should be ordered by Sept. 25. Call Barnaby Smith at 260-1112 for more info.