ST. IGNATIUS — Receive a free pop or lemonade with a sandwich purchase at the Maltshop on the fourth day of the Mission contest and receive a raffle ticket as well.

ST. IGNATIUS — The 12 Days of Christmas takes a stop at Gambles where you can receive a raffle ticket with any purchase of 20 percent off gloves or 15 percent off flashlights.

RONAN — On Friday, Dec. 17 and Saturday, Dec. 18, “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.

RONAN — The Ronan Parade of Lights will go down Main Street, through town, back on Round Butte Road, and then end at “Lights Under the Big Sky” at the fairgrounds on Friday, Dec. 17, at 6 p.m. Candy will only be handed out on Main Street. Please watch children closely. To participate in the parade, please email: secretary@ronanchamber.com for more information.

RONAN — On Friday, Dec. 17, and Saturday, Dec. 18 from 5-8 p.m. St. Paul Lutheran Church, 35681 Terrace Lake Road, will hold a Nativity Open House. At 7 p.m. on Friday night Cathy Gillhouse will provide harp music. The Nativity Open House will also be held on Sunday, Dec. 19 from noon to 2 p.m. This event will include crafts and cookies. 

RONAN — Saturday, Dec. 18, is the final night of “Lights Under the Big Sky.” There will be fun and entertainment at the Ronan Fairgrounds from 5-9 p.m. including: holiday lights displays; family activities and Santa.

RONAN — Saturday, Dec. 18, is the final night of “Lights Under the Big Sky.” There will be fun and entertainment at the Ronan Fairgrounds from 5-9 p.m. including: holiday lights displays; family activities and Santa.

POLSON — Linderman gymnasium is the site for the Mission Valley Elks Lodge 1695 Hoop Shoot-Free Throw contest to be held on Saturday, Dec. 18, at noon. Registration and warm up start at 11:30 a.m. Boys and girls ages 8-13 (as of April 1, 2022) from Ronan, Polson and surrounding areas are invited. Categories include: 8-9 year old boys, 8-9 year old girls, 10-11 year old boys and 10-11 year old girls, 12-13 year old boys and 12-13 year old girls. There is no admission or participation charges. Winners of each age group advance to the District Contest on Jan. 15, 2022. Each contestant and their families will be served free chili and hotdogs. Contact David Rensvold at 406-250-0771 for more information.

ST. IGNATIUS — Purchase Old Wisconsin Jerky Cheese Combo for $1.99 and receive a raffle ticket along with a chance to win a Collectible Tin at Cenex.

RONAN —On Saturday, Dec. 18, beginning at 5 p.m. St. Paul Lutheran Church, at 35681 Terrace Lake Road, will hold a Nativity Open House including over 35 Nativites. This event will include children’s Christmas crafts and refreshments.

ST. IGNATIUS — Saturday, Dec. 18, is the date for judging the top three house decorations for St. Ignatius residents. Sign up at Valley Bank.

RONAN — On Sunday, Dec. 19, noon- 2 p.m. St. Paul Lutheran Church, 35681 Terrace Lake Road, will hold a Nativity Open House with over 35 Nativities. This event will include children’s Christmas crafts and refreshments.

ST. IGNATIUS — A purchase of candy (with a 10 percent discount) will also gain you a raffle ticket for the 12 Days of Christmas contest.

ST. IGNATIUS — On day eight of the 12 Days of Christmans Valley Bank is offering a free gift.

ST. IGNATIUS — Purchase Old Wisconsin Jerky Cheese Combo for $1.99 and receive a raffle ticket along with a chance to win a Collectible Tin at Cenex.

RONAN — The Flathead Irrigation District’s monthly meeting will take place on Wednesday, Dec. 22, at 1  p.m. Please use the back door at Lake County Extension Office, 303 Third Ave. NW, Ronan.  

ST. IGNATIUS — Purchase a single-flavor $2 latte and receive a 12 Days of Christmas raffle ticket.

ST. IGNATIUS — Napa is giving away a free pen light along with a raffle ticket when you make a purchase.

ST. IGNATIUS — Receive a free hot chocolate and a raffle ticket at Old Timers Café.

ST. IGNATIUS — Receive a free hot chocolate and a raffle ticket at Old Timers Café.

POLSON — Polson Community Church, 1814 First Street E, will feature Scriptures and carols at their Christmas Eve Service, which will begin at 5 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 24. The public is invited. .

FLATHEAD RESERVATION — Registration for the boys youth basketball 2022 season is open and closes on Jan. 4, 2022. Sponsored by the Boys and Girls Club, boys in the third through sixth grade are invited to participate. Practices and games will be held at different gymnasiums in Polson, Ronan, Arlee, Charlo and St. Ignatius. Practices begin on Jan. 4 and games start on Jan. 15. Early-bird registration is $25 until Dec. 25 after which registration is $30. Go to: flatheadbgcsports.com to register and for more information.

FLATHEAD RESERVATION — Registration for the boys youth basketball 2022 season is open and closes on Jan. 4, 2022. Sponsored by the Boys and Girls Club, boys in the third through sixth grade are invited to participate. Practices and games will be held at different gymnasiums in Polson, Ronan, Arlee, Charlo and St. Ignatius. Practices begin on Jan. 4 and games start on Jan. 15. Early-bird registration is $25 until Dec. 25 after which registration is $30. Go to: flatheadbgcsports.com to register and for more information.