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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.

 

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.

 

Experience ‘Lights under the Big Sky’

RONAN — On Saturday, Dec. 11, “Lights Under the Big Sky” will provide fun and entertainment for residents of the Mission Valley at the Ronan Fairgrounds from 5-9 p.m. There will be holiday lights displays; family activities and Santa.

 

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Tuesday, April 15

Great Futures lunch held

4/15/2025

POLSON -  Join the Boys and Girls Club, 110 17th Ave. W, for the Great Futures free luncheon on Tuesday, April 15, at noon. Check out their program, discover the impact the club is making and find out what’s coming. 

Register for AARP Driver Safety course

4/15/2025

POLSON - The Polson Library will host the AARP Driver Safety course on Tuesday, April 15, from 1-5 p.m. No exams and you may be eligible for an auto insurance discount. Class materials are $20 for AARP members and $25 for non-members. To register call 406-883-9225.

 

Wednesday, April 16

Join Page Turners

4/16/2025

POLSON - Polson Library’s Page Turners group will meet at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, April 16, for a lively book discussion about Ellen Baskin’s book, “The Westing Game.” You can pick up your free copy of the book at the library. Sign up at the front desk or call us at 406-883-8225. There will also be activities and snacks.

 

Thursday, April 17

Donate books

4/17/2025

POLSON - You are welcome to bring donations 9 a.m.-6 p.m. to the North Lake County Public Library. There is a limit of two boxes at a time.  

Please refer to our Material Donation Policy on our website for more information.

Join Toddler Time

4/17/2025

POLSON - The Polson Library invites 2-3 year olds to ready active stories, dance and sing on Thursdays at 10 a.m.

Kindergarten readiness held twice weekly

4/17/2025

POLSON - Polson Library’s kindergarten readiness program for 3-5 year olds includes stories, songs and crafts and takes place every Thursday and Saturday at 2 p.m. The theme this week is farm animals.

Navgating the Road to Life Transition Fair

4/17/2025

POLSON - Navigating the Road to Life Transition Fair will be held on Thursday, April 17, at the  Polson Boys and Girls Club from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. This fair aims to connect individuals with disabilities, their guardians or caretakers and the agencies that provide services and support. 

For registration and information email: kkelly@polson.k12.mt.us or call 406-883-6351 X 206.

Polson Chamber offers workshop

4/17/2025

POLSON - On April 17 Polson Chamber members are invited to a workshop to help businesses improve marketing efforts. Register at: form.jotform.com/Polson_Chamber/marketing-workshop.

Friday, April 18

Mother Goose held at library

4/18/2025

POLSON - Mother Goose is held on Fridays at 10 a.m. at the North Lake County Public Library. Join them in this interactive program for 0-24 month old children. Enjoy rhyming books, finger plays, nursery gymes and songs along with interactive activities for caregivers and their little ones.

Saturday, April 19

Kindergarten readiness program ‘Storytime’ held twice weekly

4/19/2025

POLSON - Polson Library’s kindergarten readiness program for 3-5 year olds includes stories, songs and crafts and takes place every Thursday and Saturday at 2 p.m. The theme this week is farm animals.

Wednesday, April 23

Flathead Reservation Fish and Wildlife Board to meet

4/23/2025

POLSON - The Flathead Reservation Fish and Wildlife Board will meet Wednesday, April 23, 2025, at the Lake County Library in Polson. All interested persons are invited to attend. The board is composed of tribal and state appointees and a representative of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. The board is advisory to the state and tribes and is responsible for the development of cooperative management plans, which include fishing and bird hunting regulations. For more information on the board, visit the Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks website at: fwp.mt.gov/aboutfwp/flatheadreservation-fishandwildlifeboard.

 

Thursday, April 24

Attend ‘Wellness Summit’

4/24/2025

POLSON - On Thursday, April 24, from 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Tribal Health will present, “Reason to Live! Wellness Summit” at the KwaTaqNuk Resort. Summit topics include mental health, suicide, happiness, using cultural values in today’s world and reservation history. Phone 406-745-3525 X 5065 for more information. CEUs available from SKC. Vaughn Eagle Bear will provide entertainment at 7 p.m. entitled “The Healing Benefits of Humor & Laughter.”

 

Tags:  Polson   Tribal Health   SKC  

Join Toddler Time

4/24/2025

The Polson Library invites 2-3 year olds to ready active stories, dance and sing on Thursdays at 10 a.m.

 

Kindergarten readiness program ‘Storytime’ held twice weekly

4/24/2025

POLSON - Polson Library’s kindergarten readiness program for 3-5 year olds includes stories, songs and crafts and takes place every Thursday and Saturday at 2 p.m. 

The theme this week is gardening flowers.

Friday, April 25

Go to Cowboy Ball

4/25/2025

POLSON - The 33rd Annual Cowboy Ball Fundraising Banquet & Auction will take place on Friday, April 25, Under the Big Tent at the Polson Fairgrounds. No host cocktails and silent auction begin at 5:30 p.m. and prime rib dinner is at 6:30 p.m. 

The live auction begins at 7:30 p.m. and dancing to follow. 

For donations call 406-883-1100. Tickets can be purchased at: 219 Main, Wild Horse Framing, Muley Blues in Ronan, PFI Board members, Mountain Meadows Resort at Lake Mary Ronan. 

Tickets are $85 each. Proceeds benefit Fairgrounds improvement.

 

Tags:  Polson   Polson Fairgrounds  

Mother Goose held at library

4/25/2025

POLSON - Mother Goose is held on Fridays at 10 a.m. at the North Lake County Public Library. Join them in this interactive program for 0-24 month old children. Enjoy rhyming books, finger plays, nursery gymes and songs along with interactive activities for caregivers and their little ones.

Saturday, April 26

Kindergarten readiness program ‘Storytime’ held twice weekly

4/26/2025

POLSON - Polson Library’s kindergarten readiness program for 3-5 year olds includes stories, songs and crafts and takes place every Thursday and Saturday at 2 p.m. The theme this week is gardening flowers.

Tags:  Polson   Polson library  

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