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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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Saturday, July 19

Improv Jam

7/19/2025

RONAN — Calling all improv enthusiasts. You are free to join or watch on Saturday, July 19, from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at the MT Acting Studio, 404 Main Street. No experience? No problem. This is a fun, welcoming space for all levels, whether you are brand new or a seasoned improviser. Ages 18 and up. First come, first serve; spots are limited.

Tags:  Ronan   Montna Acting Studio  

Lake County Fair presents horse show

7/19/2025

RONAN — The Lake County Fair Horse Show takes place at the Lake County Fairgrounds, 300 Third Ave. NW, on Saturday, July 20, at 9 a.m.

Tuesday, July 22

Go to Lake County Fair

7/22/2025

RONAN — The following events take place at Lake County Fair at the Ronan Fairgrounds, 300 Third Ave. NW, on Tuesday, July 22: Dog Show at 8 a.m.; Non-perishable Open Class check-in 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Family-style Dinner at 5 p.m.; livestock arrival - swine weigh off trailer 3-6 p.m.; Livestock weigh-in 6-8 p.m.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Wednesday, July 23

Lake County Fair

7/23/2025

RONAN — The following events take place at the Lake County Fair on the Fair Grounds, 300 Third Ave. NW, on Wednesday, July 24: 4-H Breakfast 7 a.m.-11 a.m.; Swine Show 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; Horticulture Barn opens 10 a.m.; Perishable Open Class check-in 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.; Cat Show 1 p.m.; Market Lamb Judging 1:30 p.m.; Cat Show 3 p.m.; Family Style dinner 5 p.m.; Market Beef Judging 6 p.m.; Open Class Judges orientation 6:30 p.m.; Open Class Judging 7-9 p.m.

 

Thursday, July 24

See sheep, goats more at Lake County Fair

7/24/2025

RONAN — The following events take place at Lake County Fair on the Fairgrounds, 300 Third Ave. NW, on Thursday, July 24: Breakfast 7-11 a.m.; Judges Orientation 8:30 a.m.: Sheep Breeding and Showmanship 9 a.m.; Kid Zone 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Goat Show 11:30 a.m.; Fashion Review 4:30 p.m.; Market Livestock Dinner 5:30 p.m.; Market Livestock Sale 7 p.m.

Friday, July 25

Busy day held at Lake County Fair

7/25/2025

RONAN — The following events take place at the Lake County Fair on the Fairgrounds, 300 Third Ave. NW, on Friday, July 25: Breakfast 8-11 a.m.; Rabbit Show 9 a.m.; Kid Zone 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Poultry Show 2 p.m.; Crabfest 5 p.m.; Ranch Rodeo 5 p.m.; Small Fry Stock Show 5:30 p.m.; Teen Dance 9 p.m.

Join the Crabfest

7/25/2025

RONAN — The annual Crabfest takes place at the Lake County Fairgrounds, 300 Third Ave. NW, on Friday, July 25, at 5 p.m. Enjoy delicious snow crab and all the fixin’s. There will also be live music to enjoy. We are partnering with the Lake County Fair for this event, so you can also tour the Fairgrounds and view exhibits. 

Bring your favorite beverage (perhaps a growler from the Ronan Co-op Brewery) and crab crackers. There will be outdoor seating available, but a spare camp chair never hurts either, so we recommend packing one just in case. Pre-purchase tickets from the Ronan Chamber of Commerce: secretary@ronanchamber.com.

 

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Join the Crabfest

7/25/2025

RONAN — The annual Crabfest takes place at the Lake County Fairgrounds, 300 Third Ave. NW, on Friday, July 25, at 5 p.m. Enjoy delicious snow crab and all the fixin’s. There will also be live music to enjoy. We are partnering with the Lake County Fair for this event, so you can also tour the Fairgrounds and view exhibits. Bring your favorite beverage (perhaps a growler from the Ronan Co-op Brewery) and crab crackers. There will be outdoor seating available, but a spare camp chair never hurts either, so we recommend packing one just in case. Pre-purchase tickets from the Ronan Chamber of Commerce: secretary@ronanchamber.com.

 

Saturday, July 26

Large, small animals shown at Lake County Fair

7/26/2025

RONAN — The following events take place at Lake County Fair on the Fairgrounds, 300 Third Ave. NW, on Saturday, July 26: Breakfast 8-11 a.m.; Kid Zone 9-5 p.m.; Beef and Dairy Breeding and Showmanship 9 a.m.; Large Animal Round Robin, small Animal Round Robin to follow 3-4 p.m.; All Projects Released 7-9 p.m.

Sunday, July 27

Lake County Fair end

7/27/2025

RONAN — The following events take place at Lake County Fair on the Fairgrounds, 300 Third Ave. NW, on Sunday, July 27: WBHA Barrel Race; Stall and Cage Cleaning.

Tags:  Ronan   Lake County Fair  

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