Valley Journal: Event Calendar 7/1/2021

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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.

Thursday, July 1

Participate in Summer Reading Program

7/1/2021

POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library’s Summer Reading Program is in full swing and takes place on Thursday mornings starting at 10 a.m. We plan to meet in Sacajawea Park across the street from the library. If there is bad weather, the program will be held in the library. Please come wearing a mask. If attendance allows for social distancing, masks can be removed. On July 1 we will hold our first annual “Boat Building Day.”

Friday, July 2

Watch softball

7/2/2021

POLSON — The Polson Splash Classic Fastpitch Youth Softball Tournament will be held Friday, July 2, to Sunday, July, 4. Call 406-890-9215 for more information. Registration is available at: tourneymachine.com. Team rosters and insurance need to be turned in no later than June 25.

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Saturday, July 3

‘Firecracker Hobby’ 100 held at speedway

7/3/2021

POLSON — Hornets, Late Models and Hobby Stocks will race for a $1500 win at the Mission Valley Speedway Superoval, 1113 N. Reservoir Rd. Admission is $10 for adults, $8 for children 8-14 with children 7 and under free. Seniors 55 and older pay an $8 admission fee. Time trials begin at 6 p.m. and racing begins at 7 p.m. For more information call 406-212-8159.

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Celebration of life for Sheila Conner

7/3/2021

A celebration of life for Sheila Schmitz Conner will be held Saturday, July 3 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Mission Mountain Golf Course, 46664 Golf Course Way in Ronan. Please come share stories.

Sunday, July 4

Fireworks go off at dusk

7/4/2021

POLSON — Watch the Polson Polson Chamber of Commerce Fireworks display beginning at dusk.

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Join patriotic parade

7/4/2021

POLSON — The parade begins at Linderman Gym at 11 a.m. and will go until 1 p.m. Celebrate 112 years of Polson growth, 1909-2021, by joining the 4th of July parade. Call 406-883-5969 for more information.

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Listen, dance, play with musicians

7/4/2021

POLSON — The Lake Bar, 49494 U.S. Highway 93, is the site of a Classic Country Jam scheduled from 1-4 p.m. You can choose to listen and dance or play along to amazing music played by talented individuals using a variety of instruments. Call 406-249-1700 for more information.

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Save time to visit Arlee Jocko Museum

7/4/2021

ARLEE — The Arlee Jocko Valley Museum, run by the Arlee Historical Society, offers private tours by reservation. Located at the corner of Bouch and Fyant, the museum has many historical displays, including photographs of Native and homesteading families, genealogy information and a military display. Call 406-726-3167 for more information and a viewing. appointment.

and healthy. We have opened the doors for eating in, continuing to follow social distancing precautions, so our friends and neighbors can spend some time visiting with each other. We are also accepting take-out meal requests. Meals will be served Monday and Thursday evenings, at 5 p.m. Meals are $4 per serving and are deliverable to Dixon residents upon request.

The menu is:

— Saturday, June 19: breakfast - 9-11 a.m.

— Monday, June 21: dinner - catfish, rice, rolls, dessert

— Thursday, June 24: dinner - chicken enchiladas, rice, beans, dessert

We are now hosting breakfast on the third Saturday of every month from 9-11 a.m. Bring the family and enjoy a meal with friends and neighbors.

Pinochle is back on - every fourth Monday of the month, 7-9 p.m. Next game is Monday, June 28.

To place an order in advance, call 406-246-3310.

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Thursday, July 8

Meet to read at Sacajawea Park

7/8/2021

POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library’s Summer Reading Program is in full swing and takes place on Thursday mornings starting at 10 a.m. This is movie week and we will meet at Polson Theater (please stop by the library before Monday, July 5, to receive your ticket).

Saturday, July 10

Battle in the Bay in Bigfork

7/10/2021

BIGFORK — This year’s Battle in the Bay 3 on 3 Tournament will be held July 10 at the Bigfork Elementary School parking lots beginning at 9 a.m. Divisions are first grade through adults with a coed division. Entry deadline is July 1 at 7 p.m. For more information or to register, visit: missionvalley3on3.com/bigfork-registration.html, or the Bigfork Dairy Queen from 6-7 p.m. on July 1. Call 406-261-1521 for more information.

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