RONAN — The Ronan Farmers Market is held every Thursday, May 19-Oct. 14, from 4-7 p.m. at the Ronan Visitors’ Center on Highway 93. 

You can shop online at: www.localline.ca/ronan-farmers-market and pre-order and pre-pay, or go visit the market to see everything local vendors have to offer.

POLSON — Thursdays at 9:15 a.m. at the North Lake County Public Library Story Time takes place. 

The theme for Sept. 29 is “Colors.”

Friday Night Open Mic Western Montana Musicians Co-op Hosted by TBA Whether you’re a musician, performer, poet, comedian or just love live music Stop by tonight and check out our talented members. We'd love to see ya. Check in when you arrive to sign up to play/perform. We are a member-based, member-funded cooperative. Friday Night Open Mic is free, however, for non-members donations are gratefully accepted and appreciated.

POLSON — The Polson Farmers Market, downtown at Third Ave. W (in front of the Cove Deli), is open from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. every Friday, May through October. 

The Polson Farmers Market offers locally produced fresh vegetables, fruits, plants, cut flowers, cheese, eggs, honey, jams and jellies, baked goods, meats and poultry, popsicles, artwork, fabric and craft creations, woodworks, jewelry, and much more.

POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library’s Youth Book Club meeting will take place on Friday, Sept. 30 from 3:45-4:45 p.m. We will discuss our book, “The Ruins of Gorlan.” Please call the library at 406-883-8225 for more information. 

POLSON — Join the North Lake County Public Library’s Dungeons and Dragons Class on Tuesday, Oct. 4 from 6-8 p.m. Come and learn how to play this classic Role Playing Game using pen and paper. Jason Seidel will teach an introductory class on what the game is, how to play it, and how to create your own character. 

POLSON —  Rob McDonald will discuss the water compact at the Wednesday, Oct. 5, Chamber luncheon held at the KwaTaqNuk Resort at noon.

POLSON —  Join PAWsitive Reading Partners at North Lake County Public Library and read with Riley the reading dog for 15 minutes on Wednesdays from 3-4 p.m. Registration is required. Sign up for your slot at the library. 

RONAN — The Ronan Farmers Market is held every Thursday, May 19-Oct. 14, from 4-7 p.m. at the Ronan Visitors’ Center on Highway 93. You can shop online at: www.localline.ca/ronan-farmers-market and pre-order and pre-pay, or go visit the market to see everything local vendors have to offer.

POLSON — Thursdays at 9:15 a.m. at the North Lake County Public Library Story Time takes place. Join us to read books, make crafts and play games with your little ones! This program is geared for Kindergarten readiness ages 3-5, but everyone is welcome. The theme for Oct. 6 is scarecrows and squirrels.

POLSON — Polson High School will host Fubuki Daiko as they perform traditional Japanese drumming with their eclectic and energetic performances that are part martial arts athleticism, part meditation, and all rhythm, at 7 p.m. Tickets are $15 at the door. Students 13-18 are free. Students under the age of 13 are free but must be accompanied by an adult. Tickets may be purchased prior to the day of a performance for $13 in Polson at the Perfect Shot and First Interstate Bank and in Ronan at True Value Hardware. POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library will host ukulele musicians Amy Knutson and Arlee Freemole on Friday, Oct. 7, from 3:30-4:30 p.m. The ukulele is a wooden stringed instrument that is guitar-like in appearance. Associated with Hawaiian music, the name ukulele means “jumping flea” because of the appearance of the fingers on its strings. Who better to demonstrate this technique than local musicians, friends and comedians Amy Knutson and Arlee Freemole. Join us in the library atrium. Good music and fun are guaranteed.

RONAN ~ Friday Night Open Mic will take place at the Western Montana Musicians Cooperative, (The Red Poppy Building), 1 Eisenhower St. This event is hosted by Michael Moore. Whether you’re a musician, performer, poet, comedian or just love live music stop by tonight and check out our talented members! We'd love to see ya! Check in when you arrive to sign up to play/perform. We are a member-based, member-funded cooperative. Friday Night Open Mic is free, however, for non-members donations are gratefully accepted and appreciated. For more information phone 406-290-3549 or email: goatpeakranch@gmail.com

POLSON — Polson High School will host Fubuki Daiko as they perform traditional Japanese drumming with their eclectic and energetic performances that are part martial arts athleticism, part meditation, and all rhythm, at 7 p.m. Tickets are $15 at the door. Students 13-18 are free. Students under the age of 13 are free but must be accompanied by an adult. Tickets may be purchased prior to the day of a performance for $13 in Polson at the Perfect Shot and First Interstate Bank and in Ronan at True Value Hardware. 

RONAN ~ A Saturday Night Community Jam will be held at the Western Montana Musicians Cooperative, (The Red Poppy Building), 1 Eisenhower St SW. This event iwill be hosted by John Hegel. Whether you’re a musician, performer, poet, comedian or just love live music, the Western Montana Musicians Co-op is for you. Stop by tonight and check out our talented members. Everyone is welcome. We are a member-based, member-funded Co-op. The community jam is free, however, for non-members, donations are gratefully accepted and appreciated. The deets: Community Jam at the Red Poppy every Saturday night from 7-10 p.m. For more information phone 406-290-3549 or email: goatpeakranch@gmail.com

NINEPIPES — We are going to have a Mission Valley School Spirit Cornhole Tourney on Sunday, Oct. 9, starting at noon here at the Pipes (Allentown Restaurant). We will pay out 1st and 2nd place winners and the winners get to decide which Mission Valley school(s) general athletic fund gets the remaining proceeds. Here’s the catch: you must come in your school colors and it’s blind draw. This is going to be a fun one. Prizes will be awarded for best school spirit, best trash talker, MVP, WVP and we will be having some mini competitions in between games for other prizes. $25 per player and must be paid to enter. Call 406-644-2588 to sign up. Share with your friends. This challenge goes to all school coaches and administrators.

ARLEE — The Arlee Community Development Corporation is sponsoring three free cooking classes on Oct. 9, 16 and 23 from 3-5 p.m. at the Arlee Indian Senior Center. These classes will focus on shopping and menu planning, knife skills, and sauce making. Take all three and get a free set of kitchen tools. Space is limited, so reserve your seat today by calling 406-726-5550 or email: info@arleecdc.org. 

POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library will be closed on Monday, Oct. 10, for our Staff Development Day. We will reopen Tuesday, Oct. 11, at 9 a.m. for our regular hours.

POLSON —A Cancer Support Group for anyone a?ected by cancer meets twice monthly at St. Joseph Medical Center from noon-1 p.m. on the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month. Gatherings are informal allowing folks to drop-in when schedules and life permits. Brown-bag lunches are welcome. The group will meet in the Leahy Conference Room on the third floor of the medical center. For more information call 406-261-3304. The group welcomes those recently diagnosed, those undergoing treatment, cancer survivors, and/or family members. 

POLSON —  Join PAWsitive Reading Partners at North Lake County Public Library and read with Riley the reading dog for 15 minutes on Wednesday from 3-4 p.m. Registration is required. Sign up for your slot at the library. 

On Thursday, Oct. 13 The Bible Story Time meets for its first night from 6:30 -7 p.m. at the Boys & Girls Club. The six-week nondenominational class will explore Old Testament stories in fun, exciting ways with lively songs and art projects. Class will be taught by volunteers from Good Shepherd Lutheran Church. Parents will be required to attend the first night to fill out registration information for their 1st through 5th graders. Registration materials are also available at the Boys & Girls Club main desk. Students do not have to be attending the Boys & Girls Club as this class is outside of B&G Club programming. For further information contact Connie (406) 261-2389

RONAN — The Ronan Farmers Market will hold its final Farmers Market on Thursday, Oct. 13 from 4-7 p.m. at the Ronan Visitors’ Center on Highway 93. You can shop online at: www.localline.ca/ronan-farmers-market and pre-order and pre-pay, or go visit the market to see everything local vendors have to offer.

POLSON — Mike and Jane Mitchell and Mac and Karen Swan will host the Friday, Oct. 13, dinner at the Masumola Club. The evening begins at 5:45 p.m. with a social hour. Hosts will provide pork tenderloin and food suggestions are: A-H: salad or veggie; I-O: hot dish; P-Z: dessert. The evening includes dinner, a short business meeting and a program by North Lake County Public Library.

POLSON — Thursdays at 9:15 a.m. at the North Lake County Public Library Story Time takes place. Join us to read books, make crafts and play games with your little ones! This program is geared for Kindergarten readiness ages 3-5, but everyone is welcome. The theme for Oct. 13 is autumn.

POLSON — The Polson Farmers Market, downtown at Third Ave. W (in front of the Cove Deli), is open from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. this Friday for for the final time until next year. 

POLSON — Join the Lake County Republican Women’s Club for a Meet/Greet Fundraiser for Montana Supreme Court candidate, James Brown, on Friday, Oct. 13, from 3-5 p.m. at the Lake County Republican Headquarter, 1102 Fourth Ave. Wine and appetizers will be served.

Friday Night Open Mic at the Western Montana Musicians Co-op The Red Poppy Building 1 Eisenhower St SW Ronan 7 pm - 9 pm Hosted by Mark & Krysti Whether you’re a musician, performer, poet, comedian or just love live music Stop by tonight and check out our talented members! We'd love to see ya! Check in when you arrive to sign up to play/perform. We are a member-based, member-funded cooperative. Friday Night Open Mic is free, however, for non-members donations are gratefully accepted and appreciated! For more information: 406-290-3549 goatpeakranch@gmail.com

RONAN — Special Olympics Five Valleys Area will host the second annual Alex Braun Memorial Basketball Tournament at Ronan High School’s Event Center Gym from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Volunteers are badly needed.For more information, please email Lindsey Campbell at: LCampbell@somt.org or call her at 406-304-4034.

ARLEE — The Arlee Community Development Corporation is sponsoring three free cooking classes on Oct. 16 and 23 from 3-5 p.m. at the Arlee Indian Senior Center. 

These classes will focus on shopping and menu planning, knife skills, and sauce making. 

Space is limited, so reserve your seat today by calling 406-726-5550 or email: info@arleecdc.org. 

POLSON — Join us at 9:15 a.m. at the North Lake County Public Library. Mother Goose is geared toward ages 0 to 3, but all are welcome.  

We encourage parents & caregivers to participate with their children for this early learning time. The doors open at 9 a.m.

POSLON — The Good Shepherd Lutheran Church will hold its 52nd Annual Harvest Dinner on Tuesday, Oct. 18 for takeout only. 

Meal consists of Swedish meatballs, mashed potatoes/gravy, green beans, coleslaw, a roll and pumpkin pie. 

Please call in ahead at 406-883-5864 to place order. Dinners may be picked up between 4 to 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 18. 

Dinner is $12 each. 

Homemade Lefse will be available for sale as well. 

It is the desire of Good Shepherd to keep prices reasonable because this dinner is a mission/outreach of our community and donations are always welcome. 

Dinner proceeds will benefit the Red Cross Montana Disaster Relief and Polson Loaves and Fish Food Pantry.

Drum Circle at the Western Montana Musicians Co-op The Red Poppy Building 1 Eisenhower St Ronan 7pm - 9 pm Hosted by Doug Ruhman Open to all drummers, percussionists, and lovers of rhythm. Come join in on some beats. All percussion is welcome, including hand drums, kit players, etc. Several drums will be available on site, but feel free to bring your own! We are a member-based, member-funded cooperative. The Drum Circle is free, however, for non-members donations are gratefully accepted and appreciated! For more information: 406-290-3549 goatpeakranch@gmail.com

POLSON — Chamber SPLASH will be held at St. Luke South Shore Clinic at 5 p.m.

RONAN —  Mission West Community Development Partners, 407 Main St. SW, is offering a free workshop on QuickBooks Desktop Basic Level I on Thursday, Oct. 20 from 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. 

Go to: https://lccdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/710 to register.

 POLSON — Chamber SPLASH will be held at St. Luke South Shore Clinic at 5 p.m.

POLSON — Thursdays at 9:15 a.m. at the North Lake County Public Library Story Time takes place. Join us to read books, make crafts and play games with your little ones! 

This program is geared for Kindergarten readiness ages 3-5, but everyone is welcome. 

The theme for Oct. 20 is bats.

COLUMBIA FALLS — On Saturday, Oct. 22, from 1–4 p.m. at Backslope Brewing in Columbia Falls, the Flathead Valley chapter of Citizens’ Climate Lobby (CCL) is hosting: “Earth Day: Election Edition”. Our goal for “Earth Day: Election Edition” is for attendees to learn about climate concerns, climate-forward solutions and the stated positions of your Montana candidates so voters can cast an informed ballot on Nov. 8. The public is invited to join this free educational event. Forward Montana will assist the public with voter registration and attendees will have the opportunity to plan how they will vote on Nov. 8. Printed climate positions of current candidates will be available and Dr. Annie Bukacek, John Repke, John Lamb, Monica Tranel and Ryan Zinke have been invited to attend and mix with voters. Along with Citizen’s Climate Lobby, several other organizations will be on hand to discuss climate solutions they are promoting.

ARLEE — The Arlee CDC is sponsoring a free cooking class on Oct. 23 from 3-5 p.m. at the Arlee Indian Senior Center.  Reserve your seat call 406-726-5550 or email: info@arleecdc.org. 

POLSON — Join us at 9:15 a.m. at the North Lake County Public Library. Mother Goose is geared toward ages 0 to 3, but all are welcome.  

We encourage parents & caregivers to participate with their children for this early learning time. The doors open at 9 a.m.

POLSON — On Tuesday, Oct. 25, at 2 p.m. the North Lake County Public library will offer “Meet the Library’s Apps.”  The course will introduce you to the library’s collection of websites and apps providing e-books, audiobooks, magazines and more. Technology Librarian Sierra Ross will introduce you to seven unique digital resources and how to access them on your devices. Whether you’ve dabbled in the apps before or don’t know where to begin, this program will help you explore new ways to take the library home and on the go. 

RONAN — The Flathead Irrigation District will hold their October monthly meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 26, at 1 p.m. at Mission West Community Development Partners, 407 Main Street SW. We meet upstairs and an elevator is provided. 

Jazz Jam Night School will be held at Western Montana Musicians Co-op, Red Poppy Building 1 Eisenhower St. in Ronan. Lee Whalen is back for Night School. Time to jazz things up. The deets: "Night School" Jazz Jam at the Red Poppy on Wednesday, Oct. 26, from 8 p.m. - ? Bring your Real Books [1] or photocopied lead sheets (consider bringing 3x to share around), and let's put some glide in your stride, some swang in your thang, and a hep in your step at the first (potentially 'only,' depending on interest, lol) jam dedicated to jazz music at the Red Poppy. Whether you’re a musician, performer, poet, comedian or just love live music, the Western Montana Musicians Co-op is for you. Always free but donations are most appreciated.

POLSON — Come read with Riley (a registered therapy dog) for 15 minutes on Wednesdays, from 3-4 p.m.  Registration is required. Bring your favorite book, or pick one from the shelves.  Sign up for your time slot; call us at 406-883-8225.

POLSON —  The Lake County Public Library will host an AARP Smart Driver Course on Thursday, Oct. 27, from 1-5 p.m. The library is pleased to be partnering with AARP to present this course. There are fees for the class materials. Pete Ridge will be teaching this class. This course will bring you up to speed with the latest driving strategies, auto safety features, as well as new State and local traffic laws. This class is designed for drivers 50+, but all drivers are welcome. Upon completion, you may be eligible to receive an auto insurance discount. Registration is required. Please contact the library to save your spot. Call us at 406-883-8225. 

POLSON — Thursdays at 9:15 a.m. at the North Lake County Public Library Story Time takes place. Join us to read books, make crafts and play games with your little ones! This program is geared for Kindergarten readiness ages 3-5, but everyone is welcome. The theme for Oct. 27 is Halloween.

POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library will hold an evening family program on Thursday, Oct. 27, from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Stephanie Gillin, a Wildlife Biologist with the Confederated Salish & Kootenai Tribes will be here to teach us all about bats. Come in all week to help us celebrate bat. Coloring pages and special displays will be out for your enjoyment.

RONAN —  Mission West Community Development Partners, 407 Main St. SW, is offering a free workshop on Microsoft Excel Level 1 on Thursday, Oct. 27 from 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Go to: https://lccdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/71 to register.

RONAN — Every Thursday, from 11 a.m.-noon, the Ronan Library holds a reading program. Each program is geared toward the developmental needs of children 3-6 years old. The weekly program offers interactive readings, activities, and guided crafts for children. If needed, we are ready to modify the program for younger and older children or if you have a group of five or more children. Call the Ronan Library at 406-676-3682, for more information.

ARLEE — The Arlee Community Development Center will begin hosting special events on “Fourth Fridays” starting on Oct. 28. Each Fourth Friday will have a unique theme and will feature displays by local artists, snacks, music and family-friendly fun. The Oct. 28 event will have a Halloween theme with special prizes for costumes ranging in age groups from kids to “too old for this but dressed up anyway.” In addition to the latest art exhibit, the event will also feature tricks and treats, snacks, cider, music, a photo booth and more. Everyone is welcome to attend Fourth Friday on Oct. 28, from 5-7 p.m. at the Arlee CDC building, formerly the Hangin’ Art Gallery, at 92555 US Hwy. 93 in Arlee.  

ARLEE — The Arlee Community Development Center will be hosting “Fourth Fridays” every other month starting on Oct. 28. The October event will have a Halloween theme with prizes for costumes, an art display, tricks and treats, snacks, cider, music, a photo booth and more. Everyone is welcome to attend Fourth Friday on Oct. 28, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Arlee CDC building, 92555 US Highway 93. 

POLSON — Come join in the fun at the Lake County Democrats Pre-Election Party on Friday, Oct. 28 at 5:30 p.m. at the Glacier Brewery,10th Avenue Polson. Candidates will be On Tap. Music by the Late Bloomers. Ham sandwiches provided. Bring a dish to share.

POLSON — Grab your friends for an adult evening of shopping, food, drinks, and deals on Friday, Oct. 28, from 4-8 p.m. Do you like to shop and support all that is local? Would you like some treats and no tricks? Mark your calendars to come downtown for Ladies Night Out. Costumes highly encouraged.Participating businesses will have a $5 Savings Pass available for pick up a few weeks before the event. You can use it at the participating businesses to get $5 off your purchase of $25 or more. The pass is free, but we only have a limited supply available, so hit up those shops soon to claim yours in time! (they will be available soon). The final details are being worked out for the Costume Contest, but you will not want to miss it!

POLSON — Grab your gals for an evening of shopping, food, drinks and deals in downtown Polson this Friday, Oct. 28 from 4-8 p.m. Costumes encouraged!

RONAN — Support Mission Valley Animal Shelter at their fundraiser held on Friday, Oct. 28, at the Ronan Community Center beginning at 5:30 p.m. for cocktails. Dinner will be served at 6 p.m. We have an amazing Chef lined up for our event who will be make Prime Rib with some awesome side dishes (spinach salad with sundried tomatoes, apples, feta cheese with a poppy seed vinaigrette, mascarpone mashed potatoes, Hon Cot Verts with blistered cherry tomatoes and rolls.) We will also have a vegetarian option of stuffed spaghetti squash. We have an equally amazing Pastry Chef lined up for the desserts. We have an AMAZING Chef lined up for our event who will be making Prime Rib with some awesome side dishes (spinach salad with sundried tomatoes, apples, feta cheese with a poppy seed vinaigrette, mascarpone mashed potatoes, Hon Cot Verts with blistered cherry tomatoes and rolls.) We will also have a vegetarian option of stuffed spaghetti squash. We have an equally amazing Pastry Chef lined up for the desserts. The evening includes a silent and live auction complete with door prizes. Tickets are available at the Animal Shelter, 36251 N. Reservoir Rd. in Polson or Seconds 2-Go Thrift Store, 51110 US-93 in Polson.

Halloween Monster Jam 2022 at the Western Montana Musicians Co-op, 1 Eisenhower St SW in Ronan. All are welcome. $5 suggested donation for non-members. WMMC members - free! All spooky friends and fiends are invited. Come join us and jam the night away on stage with old and new friends on Saturday, Oct. 29, from 7 p.m. until ...? Dress up like your favorite musician or spooky creature ... whatever spirit moves you. Hosted by Deadly Doug R.

ST. IGNATIUS — The Mission Valley United Methodist Church at the top of Post Creek Hill on U.S. Highway 93 will host a Harvest Dinner on Saturday, Oct. 29. They will serve ham, mashed potatoes with gravy, squash, green beans, dinner, and homemade pies. All they ask is a donation, which will be spent on a community service.

POLSON — Sign up to serve or host a “trunk” at the New Life Church Trunk or Treat, held from Oct. 29, from 4-6 p.m. Candy donations are now being accepted.

POLSON — Halloween Horror Film Festival at Good Coffee Roasting Company Sunday, Oct. 30 at 1 p.m. GCRC is located at 214 Main Street. The event is free to the public. There will be 10 short, international films that are primarily psychological thrillers. PG-13, adult themed.