RONAN —  Mission West Community Development Partners, 407 Main St. SW, is offering a free workshop on Microsoft Excel Level 1 on Thursday, Sept. 22 from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Go to: https://lccdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/709 to register.

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 — North Lake County Public Library Story Time takes place Thursdays at 9:15 a.m. The theme for Sept. 22 is “Autumn.”

RONAN — For children who currently reside in the Ronan-Pablo School District: the Ronan/Pablo School District, along with the CDC Centers, will be conducting their annual Child Find free screening on Friday, Sept. 23 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the K. Wm. Harvey Elementary School. Children, age birth to 5 years 11 months old, will be screened for delays in speech, language, motor skills, and social or basic school readiness skills. 

Appointments are required and are taken on a first-come, first served basis. You may make an appointment for your child by calling Janet at 406-676-3390 ext. 7450.

 Walk-ins will be subject to availability or scheduled for a later date.

POLSON — Make Your Own Cross Stitch Bookmark at the North Lake County Public Library on Friday, Sept. 23 starting at 11 a.m. Learn the basics of cross stitch in the company of fellow bibliophiles by making a one-of-a-kind embroidered bookmark. Supplies will be provided but limited spots are available, so be sure to sign up by calling 406-883-8225 or stopping by the front desk. 

ST. IGNATIUS — The Mission Falls Farmers Market will be held at the Good Old Days Pavilion for the final Friday on Sept. 23 from 5-7 p.m. This great local spot allows the St. Ignatius community and beyond to gather and purchase Montana-made crafts, produce and food. 

Make Your Own Cross Stitch Bookmark at the North Lake County Public Library on Friday, Sept. 23 starting at 11 a.m. Learn the basics of cross stitch in the company of fellow bibliophiles by making a one-of-a-kind embroidered bookmark. Supplies will be provided but limited spots are available, so be sure to sign up by calling 406-883-8225 or stopping by the front desk. 

Friday Night Open Mic at the Western Montana Musicians Co-op is hosted by Coy & Charlie. 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.

MISSION VALLEY — The Mission Mountain Area Pedal to Plate event takes place on Saturday, Sept. 24. This 26-mile scenic bike tour at the base of the Mission Mountains follows a winding route through the Jocko Valley near Arlee. Along the way, riders will stop and visit four to five local, sustainable farms with food bites offered at each stop. The ride will be on primarily rural roads, many of which are gravel (approximately seven miles). Be prepared for new farms, a locally-sourced organic food dinner, craft beers, local music and an artisan farmer’s market. Register at: www.bikereg.com/MMAPP. Early bird rate of $70 is available. After July 1 the cost is $85 per person. Check the Facebook page: Pedal2Plate for the most up-to-date information.

Life Savers Animal Rescue first annual Adopter/Foster appreciation gathering. Please join us in celebrating everyone who helps make our rescue programsuch a success. We will have a LSAR sponsored BBQ, give-a-ways, a raffle basket, LSAR mech and dogs from noon-3 p.m. at  Ronan City Park Pavilion.

RONAN — Saturday Night Community Jam at the Western Montana Musicians Co-op is 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 7-11 p.m.

POLSON — Maker Space Robots return to the North Lake County Library on Sept. 26 at 3:30 p.m. Come to meet our robots Dot and Dash and learn to code with them. This program is geared for children 6 and up, but all are welcome.

POLSON — Join us at 9:15 a.m. for Mother Goose, a North Lake County Public Library program, is geared toward ages 0 to 3, but all are welcome. We encourage parents and caregivers to participate with their children for this early learning time. The doors open at 9 a.m. We are excited to have Gwen Hadrits, who is a Parent Educator/Home Visitor with the Lake County Health Department, join us on Monday, Sept. 26. 

POLSON — On Tuesday, Sept. 27 at 2 p.m. in the large meeting room of the North Lake County Public Library an introduction to the Montana Memory Project. Did you know that the Montana Memory Project provides free access to over 70,000 historic documents, photos, and other digitized objects related to Montana heritage? Learn how to search and browse the collections, use yearbooks for genealogy research and add your own opinions or memories as public comments. 

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. 

RONAN — Flathead Irrigation District will be holding their monthly meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 28, 2022. at 1 p.m. at Mission West Community Development Partners, 407 Main Street SW, upstairs. An elevator is available.

RONAN — Flathead Irrigation District will be holding their monthly meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 28, 2022. at 1 p.m. at Mission West Community Development Partners, 407 Main Street SW, upstairs. An elevator is available.

Western Montana Musicians' Co-op Night School Jazz Jam will be held at the Red Poppy Building. The event is hosted by TBA. 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. The deets: "Night School" Jazz Jam at the Red Poppy on Wednesday, Sept. 28 8 p.m.- ? Bring your [Real Books](https://amzn.to/3Mn0Rr3) or photocopied lead sheets (consider bringing 3x to share around, yeah?), and let's put some glide in your stride, some swang in your thang, and a hep in your step at the first jam dedicated to jazz music at the Red Poppy!

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. September 28. 

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. 

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.