Thursday, September 19
Gallery presents new exhibit through Sept. 20
POLSON — Sandpiper Gallery’s exhibit “Yin and Yang: Functional and Abstract” features basketry; leather; fiber; clay and abstract art by Brigitte Miller; Holly Wurl; Mary Sale; Jean Stromnes; Margery Christensen; Nancy Gordon and invited Lakeside fiber artist Joan Renne. The exhibit runs Aug. 13-Sept. 20 with a reception Friday, Aug. 16, from 5-7 p.m.
Thursday, September 19
Learn history, lifestyles of Native people
PABLO – Native American Awareness Days, at the People’s Center in Pablo, is the week of Sept. 17-20. Open to the public, the event’s purpose is to educate the community on lifestyles and history of the Salish, Kootenai and Pend d’ Oreille people. Activities include: Native arts, crafts, dancing and cooking demonstrations with frybread and dry meats available to eat. Call Marie at (406) 675-0160, for more information.
Businesswomen meet for lunch, speaker
RONAN — The Mission Valley sub-network of Missoula Businesswomen’s Network will meet on Sept. 19 from 11:45 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Lake county Community Development Building, 407 W. Main St. La Nita Fitzpatrick of Mountain West Bank will speak on tax tips for the self-employed and credit. Laurie Dassonville of “SendOutCards” is the lunch sponsor. Please RSVP by Sept. 18 to ldville@yahoo.com. Bring your business cards, marketing materials and friends.
SPLASH with Polson at Bishop Insurance
POLSON —Support Polson Late Afternoon Social Hour is held Thursday, Sept. 19, from 5-7 p.m. at Bishop Insurance.
Saturday, September 21
People’s Center Pow-wow welcomes everyone
PABLO — The People’s Center Pow-wow includes traditional Native American dancing, drumming and singing. Vendors of beadwork, local art and food are on hand. Everyone is welcome to this free event. For more information, call the center at (406) 675-0160.
Ronan celebrates with Harvest Festival
RONAN — Come to Ronan’s Harvest Festival held at the Community Bank parking lot and Ronan City Park, from 9 a.m.-noon.
Sale has something for everybody
POLSON — A multi-interest sale will take place at Fellowship Baptist Church, 2 Seventh Ave. E. from 8 a.m. to whenever on Sept. 21. There will be a bake sale, a yard sale, handcrafted items for sale as well as hot dogs and drinks.
Submit art for fall show
POLSON — Sandpiper Art Gallery announces “Harvest Time,” a non-juried exhibit. All area artists are invited to submit original work for the show. All work should fit the theme of autumn harvest and must be delivered to Sandpiper Gallery on Saturday, Sept. 21. An opening reception will be held on Friday, Sept. 27, from 5-7 p.m. and the will be exhibited until Nov. 8. Visit Sandpiperartgallery.com or contact Sandpiper Gallery at (406) 883-5956 for details.
Tuesday, September 24
Interpret harvest time for gallery’s open show through Nov. 8
POLSON — The Sandpiper Gallery hosts a non-juried, open show entitled “Harvest Time,” celebrating fall and harvest time. Artistic interpretation of the theme in any medium is accepted. The show runs Sept. 24-Nov. 8.
Ronan Woman's Club to meet
RONAN – The Ronan Woman's Club will hold their September meeting at 7 p.m. at the Ronan Senior Citizens Center. Please join us. New members are welcome. We are a service group that enjoys helping the Ronan community.
Thursday, September 26
Cook plans surprise for free dinner
POLSON — A free community dinner will be held at the Fellowship Baptist Church, 2 Seventh Ave. E., on Sept. 26 from 6-7 p.m. The menu is “Good Cook’s surprise.”
Job Corps to host open house event
RONAN — Kicking Horse Job Corps Center’s open house event will be held on Thursday, Sept. 26, between 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Friday, September 27
School transportation discussed
POLSON — The Lake County School Transportation Committee will meet on Friday, Sept. 27, at 10 a.m. in the large conference room of the Lake County Courthouse. Adjustments needed in school bus routes will be discussed. Guests are welcome.
Saturday, September 28
Free admittance marks National Public Lands Day
GLACIER PARK — In honor of National Public Lands Day enjoy free admission to one of 402 National Parks sites across the country.
Sunday, September 29
Gold Star Mother's Day to be observed in Ronan
RONAN – Please join us Sunday, Sept. 29, to observe Gold Star Mother's Day. This special day recognizes the families who have lost a loved one while serving in the armed forces. The event will take place at the city park in Ronan and begins at noon.
Wednesday, October 2
Donate blood in Charlo
CHARLO — Get in the “Spirit of Giving” during Charlo’s Homecoming/Spirit Week and make an appointment to donate blood at the Charlo Community Blood Drive on Wednesday, Oct. 2, from 1-6 p.m. in the multi-purpose gym at the school. Please call Sharon Hertz to schedule an appointment at (406) 644-2206 ext. 245.
Join fall dance at Elks
POLSON — Ken’s Country Combo will be playing at the fall dance on Wednesday, Oct. 2. Join the fun at the Elks from 7-10 p.m. As always, keep those treats coming; they are excellent.
Polson Chamber holds general meeting
POLSON — Join the Polson Chamber of Commerce October general meeting and luncheon on Wednesday, Oct. 2, starting at noon at the KwaTaqNuk Resort. Featured speakers presenting on the “State of the Schools,” will be Dr. Linda Reksten, superintendent of the Polson School District, and Rex Weltz, Polson High School principle. We will also have Dan Dewitt, store manager for Walmart, to share some exciting news from the new Polson Walmart Supercenter. Cost of the luncheon is $10.50. For more information, call the chamber office at (406) 883-5969.
Ronan walks, rolls
RONAN — On Wednesday, Oct. 2, from 7:15-8:15 a.m. students can walk to school with Monte the UM Mascot and superintendent Andy Holmlund. The Ronan Parks Department and Safe Routes to School are organizing a walk to school with healthy breakfast snacks and fun giveaways for walkers and rollers. All students, grandparents and great-grandparents are invited. If you live too far from the school or ride the bus, have your parents drop you off at the City Park (across from the fire hall) and walk the rest of the way to school. For more information, call Jennifer at the Ronan Parks Dept. at (406) 676-4231.
VFW to host discussion of PTSD challenges
RONAN — AT VFW POST 5622, on Wednesday, Oct. 2, at 6:30 p.m., there will be a meeting to discuss the hidden wounds of posttraumatic stress disorder. Guest speakers will address the relationships of families and PTSD challenges. There will be an open forum and refreshments. Contact Bert Todd at (406) 644-2273, for more information.
Videos provide knowledge on Native issues
ST. IGNATIUS — The Flathead Reservation Human Rights Coalition, Inc. will sponsor a potluck at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 2, at Mission Valley United Methodist Church. This will be followed by the short videos: “Tribal Sovereignty” and “Contemporary Tribal Government,” scheduled to begin at 6:30 p.m. The videos are narrated by Dan Decker, Tribal Attorney, and will be good learning experiences for those seeking knowledge on Native American issues. They are from a series entitled “Stories From a Nation Within”. Our plan is to have a knowledgeable facilitator for the discussion following each film. MVUMC is located at 70715 Highway 93, (top of Post Creek Hill). Call (406) 745-4259 (clbillie), for more information.