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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

 

All welcome to Easter service

RONAN - Faith Lutheran Church, 406 Fifth Ave. SW, invites all to their Easter Sunday service on Sunday, April 20, at 9 p.m. Refreshments will follow the service.

Arlee to hold free screening clinic

ARLEE — A free Developmental and Preschool Screening Clinic for children ages 0 to 5 for Arlee School District will be held on Oct. 29, 2024, from 9 a.m.–11:30 a.m. at Arlee Elementary School. This free screening will include gross motor, fine motor, language concepts, communication concepts, communication skills, hearing and vision screening. 

Call 406-726-3216 to schedule an appointment for your child’s screening or to receive more information.

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.

 

Church holds annual Craft Fair/Garage Sale

POLSON - The fourth annual vendor/craft fair and garage sale will take place from 9 a.m.- 2 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church, 301 16th Ave. E. A hot dog lunch will be available for $2 from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. For more information call 406-250-1061. 

 

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.

Donation day planned at library

POLSON —Friends of the Library will hold their donation day on Nov. 2 for the month of November. You can donate up to two boxes of books per donation. Please make sure they are in good, clean condition. Visit: northlakecountylibrary.org and go to the “about us” tab and choose material donation policy for specific details.

 

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Thursday, October 31

‘Counting’ on tap at library’s story time hour

10/31/2013

POLSON — North Lake County Public Library hosts a special one-hour story time for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers every Thursday at 10 a.m. and 1p.m. This week's theme is "counting." There will be stories, songs, movement, crafts and more. For more information, call (406) 883-8225 and ask for Martel, Youth Services Librarian.

 

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Free Halloween carnival held at PHS gymnasium

10/31/2013

POLSON — The Pumpkin Patch Bash will be at the Polson High School gymnasium on Oct. 31 from 6-8 p.m. This totally-free carnival is designed for families with children in sixth grade and under. There will be a free family dinner, games, candy and giveaways. Don’t miss this amazing annual event, which is sponsored by the New Life Christian Center. For more information, please call (406) 883-2447. 

 

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Spooky fun to help needy children

10/31/2013

POLSON — On Halloween night from 4-10 p.m., Rewind Dance Studio at 214 Main Street will hold a haunted-house, a bake sale, and a 50/50 raffle. The fee for children 11 years old and older is $5 and $3 for children 10 years old and younger. A portion of the proceeds will go to local children in need and the Make a Wish Montana Chapter. 

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Friday, November 1

‘The Uninvited’ continues over weekend

11/1/2013 - 11/3/2013

POLSON — The supernatural mystery "The Uninvited" by the Port Polson Players at the John Dowdall Theatre continues the weekend of Nov. 1-3. Curtain time is at 7:30 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. for the matinee on Sunday. The Players promise a "haunting good time" featuring a classic ghost story. Tickets are $13 for adults and $12 for senior citizens and students. Call (406) 883-9212, for reservations or more information.

 

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Last day to purchase Griz/Cat raffle tickets

11/1/2013

POLSON — Lambros ERA is selling tickets for a Griz/Cat weekend getaway for the game on Saturday, Nov. 23, in Bozeman. Tickets are $10 each or 3 for $20 and only available through Friday, Nov. 1. For more information, call Rachel at (406) 883-1372. 

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Saturday, November 2

Church sells apple pies

11/2/2013

POLSON — Apples pies will be for sale at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church on Nov. 2 starting at noon. There will be nine-inch pies for $10 each or six-inch pies for $5 each. For more information, call Cristina at (406) 250-5632 or Linda at (406) 490-4897.

 

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Mission Mountain Survivors hold benefit for Leni Trahan

11/2/2013

POLSON — A chili feed, silent auction, and 50/50 drawing will be held to benefit Leniece “Leni” Trahan. Leni is a 12-year-old seventh grade student at Ronan Middle School, who was diagnosed in June with osteosarcoma, on her left knee (a common bone cancer in children). She had surgery on Sept. 12 and will continue chemotherapy through Jan. 1, 2014. Please join the Mission Mountain Survivors M.C., a N.P.O., on Nov. 2 at the Polson VFW Post #2986, 423 Main St., in the upstairs banquet room. The silent auction begins at 12 p.m. and the chili feed starts at 2 p.m. and goes until the chili is all gone. Chili will be $5/bowl or $20 for a family of 5. All children 3 and under are free.  

 

 

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Mission Valley Christian Academy to take family photos, host bazaar

11/2/2013

POLSON — Give a gift of meaning this Christmas, while supporting the Mission Valley Christian Academy, by sending a lasting memory of the entire family. Jim Blow and Susan Clark will take family portraits at the school, located on Highway 35, on Saturday, Nov. 2, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. For $50 you will receive your quality family portraits on a CD, to use as you wish, and all funds benefit the MVCA. Sitting times are limited, so call (406) 883-6858 to schedule yours now. That same day and location, get your Christmas shopping done early at the MVCA Holiday Market from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Quality crafts, unique items, great food and much, much more will be offered with a $6 luncheon served from 11 a.m.–1 p.m. You don’t want to miss this great shopping opportunity.

 

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Monsters needed for ‘Fun Run’

11/2/2013

POLSON —Goblins, witches and ghouls of all sorts are invited to the “Monster Mash Fun Run” on Nov. 2 at Linderman Elementary School. The one-mile run/walk begins at 10 a.m. and the 5K starts at 10:30 a.m. Costumes are advised. The fun run will celebrate the end of “Red Ribbon” week.   

 

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Vendors sought for MVCA holiday market

11/2/2013

POLSON — Reserve your vendor space at the Mission Valley Christian Academy Holiday Market fundraiser on Saturday, Nov. 2 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. The event will be at the school located on Highway 35. All table fees benefit the nonprofit MVCA. Call (406) 552-0944, for more details or to reserve your table.

 

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Wednesday, November 6

Chamber luncheon scheduled

11/6/2013

POLSON — Please join us for the Polson Chamber of Commerce general meeting and luncheon on Wednesday, Nov. 6, starting at noon at the KwaTaqNuk Resort. Lake County Commissioner Bill Barron will present on the state of the county. Cost of the luncheon will be $10.50. For more information, call the chamber office at (406) 883-5969.

 

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Thursday, November 7

Design meeting for psychiatric facility held

11/7/2013

POLSON — Lake County has been awarded $125,000 from the Montana Department of Health and Human Services to plan and design a new six-bed psychiatric stabilization facility. Two community meetings about the program will be held Thursday, Nov. 7. The first meeting will be held from 2-3 p.m. in at the Victor Charlo Theater at Salish Kootenai College in Pablo. Another meeting will take place at 5:30 p.m. in the Byrnes Conference room at Providence St. Joseph Medical Center, 6 Thirteenth Ave. E.

 

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Story time, more presented at Polson library

11/7/2013

POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library hosts a special one-hour story time for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers every Thursday at 10 a.m. and at 1 p.m. This week's theme is "counting" and includes stories, songs, movement, crafts and more. For more information, call (406) 883-8225 and ask for Martel, (Youth Services Librarian).

 

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Friday, November 8

Fall bazaar, luncheon serves up dumplings

11/8/2013

POLSON — The annual fall bazaar and luncheon is scheduled for Friday, Nov. 8, 2013, at the First United Methodist Church of Polson. The ever-popular apple dumpling is again the menu highlight. Soup and sandwiches topped off with a dumpling and ice cream are served from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Art, homemade crafts and baked goods are sold from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. United Methodist women sponsor the event and use proceeds for local and church-wide mission projects. The church is located at 301 Sixteenth Ave. E. in Polson.

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Free dinner offered at Polson Presbyterian Church

11/8/2013

POLSON — The November Friendship Table Dinner is on Friday, Nov. 8; from 5-7 p.m. at the Polson Presbyterian Church located across from the Linderman School.  Come join us. This dinner is free and open to all.

 

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Polson Chamber of Commerce holds annual awards banquet

11/8/2013

POLSON — Mark your calendars for the social event of the year. The Polson Chamber of Commerce awards banquet will be held Friday, Nov. 8, at the KwaTaqNuk. Social hour begins at 6 p.m. with dinner at 7 p.m. Tickets are $45 and available at the chamber office. Phone (406) 883-5969 or email chamber@polsonchamber.com. 

 

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Saturday, November 9

Event proceeds to benefit ‘Christmas for Kids’

11/9/2013

POLSON — Please come and join us for a free event for kids in Lake County on Saturday, Nov. 9, from 9 a.m.- 6 p.m. in the lower level of the Masonic Lodge in Polson. There will be a Christmas craft and bake sale including rum cakes, homemade pies, candy, and homemade breads. Proceeds benefit "Christmas for Kids.” There will be a live auction from 2-4 p.m. The auction will include a Tim McGraw autographed electric guitar complete with a certificate of authenticity.

 

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Monday, November 11

School board meeting scheduled

11/11/2013

POLSON — The Polson School Board meeting will be held on Monday, Nov. 11, at 5:30 p.m. at the Polson District Office, 111 Fourth Ave. E.

 

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Tuesday, November 12

Learn to use herbs for better health

11/12/2013

POLSON — The next gathering of the “Thyme for Herbs Group” will be Tuesday, Nov. 12, at 7 p.m. in the North Lake County Public Library meeting room, 2 First Ave. E. (use the east side door). 

Our topic will be "Prevention is the Best Insurance. " We are learning to use herbs, foods, and other traditional remedies to prevent and handle health issues. We are continually becoming more familiar with how to use the "Herbal 9-1-1" materials in our everyday lives.

Come learn which herbs you need to have in your home and how to use them when you have a health issue. Anyone interested in learning to use herbs for better health is invited to join us. Bring your questions for discussion. If you have questions, please call Linda Peterson at (406) 319-2446.

 

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Legion to meet at Ronan VFW

11/12/2013

RONAN — The American Legion Post 138 of Ronan is meeting Nov. 12 at 7 p.m. at the VFW Hall in Ronan, 35981 Round Butte Rd. New members are welcome. For more information, call Jack Fay at (406) 676-3380.

 

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Teacher conferences held

11/12/2013 - 11/13/2013

POLSON — Polson Middle School will hold parent teacher conferences on Nov. 12 and 13 from 4:30-8 p.m. Soup and rolls will be served from 4:30-7 p.m. for families attending conferences. Also, there will be a Scholastic book fair going on in the Polson Middle School library during conference times. Please come to meet teachers and support your child’s education.

 

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Wednesday, November 13

‘Resource Roundtable’ meeting planned

11/13/2013

POLSON — A “Resource Roundtable” meeting will take place on Wednesday, Nov. 13, from noon to 1 p.m. at the Lake County Health Department conference room in Polson. Lunch will be provided. Speakers are from the Lake County Home Visiting Program and from the Lake County Extension Office. For more information, please email Dana Grant at SAFE Harbor: dana@safeharbormt.org.

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Polson community dance

11/13/2013

   The next dance will be on Nov. 13, from 7 to 10. The place is the Elks Club in Polson, with one of the best dance floors around. Heart to Heart will be entertaining you with their sweet tunes. Remember, no joining needed, just bring treats and come and have fun.

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Visually impaired support group to meet

11/13/2013

POLSON — The Mission Valley Chapter of the Montana Association of the Blind will meet for lunch ($4) at the Polson Senior Citizens’ Center at noon on Wednesday, Nov. 13. A brief business meeting will follow lunch. Family, friends and drivers are welcome.

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