POLSON — Yes, there is a dance on July 3 at the Elks from 7-10 p.m.  Ken’s Country Combo plays music. Treats are welcome.

ARLEE — Purchase your produce for the week at Jocko Valley Farmers’ Market, as well as some great baked goods, value-added foods and arts and crafts. Enjoy a delicious dinner served by a local organization as a fundraiser and local, live music.

Kick off the 4th of July celebration by dancing to the country sound of Shodown on July 3 from 5-7 p.m.

ARLEE —Registration packet information for Arlee Powwow’s 18th annual 3-on-3 Jamboree can be found on Wednesday, July 3, at the Thomas Lyle Memorial Court, online at missionvalley3on3.com or by mail at P.O. Box 91, Ronan, Mont., 59864.

ARLEE — The Arlee Volunteer Firefighters are expected to serve hundreds of people at their annual pancake breakfast and silent auction beginning at 6 a.m. on the 4th of July. Call Ken Light at (406) 381-9115 for more information. This is the Arlee Volunteer Fire Department’s only big fundraiser for the year.

ARLEE — The Arlee Museum will have its grand opening on the 4th of July. There will be a new display of Montana archaeological finds and the history of Glacier National Park. The museum will be open from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. on July 4.  

ARLEE — The Arlee parade starts at noon. Plan to be at Arlee High School between 10:30-11 a.m. to lineup and sign up. This year’s parade theme is “Let Freedom Ring. Categories competing in the parade: best Indian regalia for group, adult, child; and best western group, adult, and child.

Call Alvaretta Morin at (406) 726-3167, for sign up information and additional categories.

ARLEE — The Arlee Rodeo will be held July 4 at 2 p.m. at the rodeo grounds on Powwow Road. Call Stephanie or R.T. Hendrickson at (406) 726-3762, for more information.

POLSON — A fundraiser, including root beer floats and a silent auction will be held at Glacier Brewery, 6 Tenth Ave., on July 4, after the parade. This is for a Polson group heading to South Africa to build a home for a family caring for children orphaned by the AIDS crisis. They will work with Mosaic (www.mosaicsa.org).

POLSON — The Polson Historical Museum on Main Street will hold their annual ice cream social on July 4, following the Polson 4th of July parade. 

POLSON — Polson’s 4th of July Parade will begin at noon on Thursday, July 4. Entry forms for the parade can be picked up at Polson Chamber of Commerce office. Completed forms should be returned to the chamber office at 418 Main St. by July 3. The Polson Chamber of Commerce will have a fireworks fundraising lemonade and bake sale to help support the 2013 Fireworks Display. The fundraiser will be in the front yard of the Polson Chamber building from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. on July 4. Polson’s fifth annual “Firecracker 1 Mile Fun Run” will start at 11:45 a.m. at St. Joseph Medical Center. The cost is a non-perishable food item to be donated to Polson Loaves and Fishes. Go to: www.polsonrunning.com for more information. Fireworks begin over the river at dusk.

PABLO — The People’s Voice reminds all Tribal members of the Tribal Council Quarterly meeting scheduled for Friday, July 5, 2013, beginning at 9 a.m. at the Tribal Complex. We encourage everyone to attend.

BIGFORK — The third annual Bigfork “Battle in the Bay” Jamboree is scheduled for Saturday, July 6.

POLSON — Bri’s 5K Memorial Run/Walk will be held Saturday, July 6, beginning at 9 a.m. at Polson High School. This event is in memory of Brianne Paro-Sias Pacheco, a PHS Class of 1998 graduate. Everyone is welcome, runners, walkers, or simply supporters. A memorial tribute will follow the run at the Polson High School Stadium. Registration is $25. One hundred percent of the proceeds will be donated to Bri’s husband and three daughters. Donations may also be made directly to the family through an account at Community Bank.For more information, contact Abbey Dooley at (406)249-3892, or by email: abbi_d@hotmail.com, subject: “Bri’s Run.”

POLSON — Flathead Lake Cheese will be hosting an open house from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on July 6. Come and tour the creamery, find out how we use the sun in our processes and share your favorite cheesy puns. Hawaiian shirts are optional. We are located at 208 First Ave., E. Please park your car on the street rather than the alley side of the building. Find out our latest exploits, direct your questions or just wander the pages at www.FlatheadLakeCheese.com; or you can call (406) 883-0343.

ARLEE — The Missions of St. Ignatius, Arlee Sacred Heart and Jocko announce that Mass will be said on July 7 at 10 a.m. at the Arlee Powwow grounds in the dance pavilion. This will be the only Mass for these missions that day. Everyone is invited. Please come and join us for a wonderful morning of fellowship and an experience you will not forget. Fr. Andrew L. Maddock, S.J. will preside. For more information, please call Fr. Maddock at (406) 745-2768. 

POLSON — The United Methodist Church, the Presbyterian Church and Good Shepherd Lutheran Church invite children to ‘Kingdom Rock: Where Kids Stand Strong for God.” This summer kids’ event takes place in Polson and will be hosted at United Methodist Church from July 8 - July 12. Kids at Kingdom Rock will join an international missions effort to share God’s love with children in India. Kingdom Rock is for kids from preschool to sixth grade. Kids in seventh grade and up will participate in service projects around the Polson area. The camp will run from 8:30-11:30 each day. For more information, call (406) 883-6161.

JETTE MEADOWS — The Jette Meadows/Lake County Water and Sewer District will meet Monday, July 8, at 5:30 p.m. for the purpose of interviewing candidates for the recently vacated Secretary/ Administrative Manager/Billing Clerk contract. The meeting will be at the North Lake County (Polson) Library meeting room. All meetings of the Water District are public meetings and the public is encouraged to attend.

POLSON — There will be a Polson School Board meeting on Monday, July 8, at the district office, 111 Fourth Ave. E. at 5:30 p.m.

POLSON — Fellowship Baptist Church, on the corner of Seventh Avenue, E. and Main Street, invites children kindergarten-eighth grade to Vacation Bible School July 8-12 from 9 a.m.-noon. All are welcome for bible lessons, crafts, games and treats. 

POLSON — The “Thyme for Herbs Group” will meet Tuesday, July 9, at 7 p.m. at the North Lake County Public Library meeting room, 2 First Ave. E (east door). 
Our topic for the evening will be “Herbs to the Rescue.” Anyone interested in learning to use herbs for better health is invited to join us. If you have questions, please call Linda Peterson at (406) 319-2446.

RONAN — The American Legion Post 138 of Ronan is meeting July 9 at 7 p.m. at the VFW Hall, 35981 Round Butte Rd. New members are welcome. For more information, call Jack Fay at (406) 676-3380.

RONAN — The Bus Driver Tour concert will return this year to Ronan City Park on July 10 as a fundraiser for the Boys and Girls Club of the Flathead Reservation and Lake County. 

Danny Freund, Paul Kupher and Ian Thomas will play ragtime, folk, blues, bluegrass and jug band music at this family event. Bring family, friends, a blanket and/or a chair. Board members will be selling hamburgers, hotdogs and drinks starting at 6 p.m. The concert starts at 7 p.m. In case it rains, another location will be announced. Thrivent Financial is contributing matching funds for the event. For more information, contact Janette Rosman at (406) 676-3443. For more information about the band or to hear The Bus Driver Tour music, visit www.thebusdrivertour.com.

ARLEE — Purchase your produce for the week at Jocko Valley Farmers’ Market, as well as some great baked goods, value-added foods and arts and crafts. Enjoy a delicious dinner served by a local organization as a fundraiser and local, live music.

On July 10, Hardin/Scott play country, folk and rock music from 5-7 p.m.

RONAN — Ladies’ Auxiliary VFW 5652 meeting is July 10 at 6:30 p.m. at the Ronan VFW Hall, 35981 Round Butte Rd. New members are welcome. For more information, call Marge Fay at (406) 676-3380.

ELMO — The National Active and Retired Federal Employees hold their picnic on Wednesday, July 10, at the home of Mary Turk, 24640 Old Highway 93 (1 mile north of Elmo), at noon. William Schreider will speak about Kiwanis. Please bring a covered dish. For more information, call (406) 319-2054.

ST. IGNATIUS — Vacation Bible School at Mission Valley United Methodist Church is July 11-14, from 5:30-8:00 p.m. A light supper is served. Come and join the fun.

POLSON — The last Bow Hunter Education class for 2013 in Lake County is scheduled for Friday, July 12, at 6:30 p.m. and Saturday, July 13, at 8:30 sharp. Both sessions are at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church at 409 Fourth Ave. Students must attend both sessions and pass the written test. There is no cost for the class. Sign up online at fwp.mt.gov, click on the education tab or go to: http://my.register-ed.com/event/studentchooseevent.

POLSON — There will be a free dinner served at Polson Presbyterian Church on July 12 from 5-7 p.m. Polson Presbyterian Church is located across from the Linderman School. Everyone is invited to this free “Friendship Table Dinner.” 

RONAN — Lake County Relay for Life will take place on Friday, July 12 at Ronan High School. Events include a “Survivor Dinner” at 5:30 and an opening ceremony at 7 p.m. Relay for Life provides Lake County residents with rides to and from cancer treatments at no cost.

ST. IGNATIUS — Award winning pianist John Nilsen will give a concert on Saturday, July 13, at 7 p.m. at Mission Valley United Methodist Church, Highway 93 at the top of Post Creek Hill. He was here two years ago and his music is beautiful. Come join us for a relaxing evening. For more information, call MVUMC at (406) 644-0122.

BIG ARM — On Saturday, July 13, the Big Arm Association invites you to our Historic School for hot dogs, burgers, and children’s bingo. We will fire up the grill between 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Come and enjoy a tasty grilled hot dog, or hamburger/cheeseburger, potato chips, baked beans, and a soft drink. Proceeds benefit the Historic School roof and driveway fund. We will play bingo for kids two to 12 years old from 1-3 p.m. This event is free and there are prizes for the winners. Light refreshments will be served. For further information, please contact Nancy Foster of the Big Arm Association at (406) 849-5064. We hope to see you there.

LAKESIDE — Polson Physical Therapy will sponsor a 5K run and walk on Saturday, July 13, in Lakeside. Registration starts at 7:45 a.m. The $15 registration fee ends July 10. You must pre-register to be guaranteed a T-shirt. Late registration is $20 with T-shirts while they last. Race starts and finishes at Volunteer Park in Lakeside. Proceeds benefit the Lakeside Community Club. For more information, call (406) 844-3940. Please leave your pets at home.

POLSON — The Lake County Greens and peace groups across Montana invite the public to a workshop featuring Rev. Sam Smith, chair of the Fellowship of Reconciliation, on the militarization of American youth and the “I Will Not Kill” campaign, on Sunday, July 14, at Sacajawea Park. Refreshments are at 5 p.m. and the workshop is at 5:30 p.m. Contact Cheryl at (406) 883-3137, with any questions.

ST. IGNATIUS — St. Ignatius Mission Vacation Bible School will be held July 15-19 from 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. The theme this year is “Trust God, No Matter.” Registration forms are available in the front of St. Ignatius Mission, Sacred Heart Church in Arlee and Jocko Churches, as well as other locations. 

Crafts, stories, music, games, snacks and lots more will make for a fun time for all. Call Sr. Mary at (406) 745-2768 or Sr. Margaret at (406) 726-3540 for a registration form or more information.

CHARLO — Charlo Schools’ summer food service program is July 15-18, July 22-25 and July 29-Aug. 1. Services include a snack from 10:15-10:45 a.m. served at the Charlo Schools Commons area.

RONAN — St. Paul Lutheran Church invites all you to Vacation Bible School. Tell it on the Mountain VBS will take us on an expedition to the top of five mountains and teach you more about God and His son Jesus with songs, crafts, snacks and more fun. Registration is open for pre-K to sixth-grade children. VBS will be held Monday, July 15, to Friday, July 19, from 9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Call Aretta Gordish at (406) 676-4440, for more information. The church is located at 35681 Terrace Lake Rd. Visit us on the web at: ronanchurch.org.

ST. IGNATIUS — Iron Dog Wrestling Camp, scheduled for July 15- 17 at St. Ignatius High School, has two sessions each day. One from 9 a.m.-noon and another from 1-4 p.m. The camp is open to students k-12, costs $35 and includes a T-shirt and lunches. 

The camp features several former and current college All Americans. 

Any proceeds go directly to Iron Dog Wrestling Club. To register or ask questions, call Coach Cronk at (406) 210-0874.

POLSON — P.E.O. Mission Mountain Reciprocity Group invites all P.E.O. members to its annual brown-bag lunch at Boettcher Park, Tuesday, July 16, at noon. This no-host picnic welcomes all P.E.O. members who may be visiting the area, along with members of local Chapters AI, BY, BS, AND CA. 

P.E.O. is an international philanthropic organization where women celebrate the advancement of women by providing educational scholarships, grants, awards, loans and stewardship of Cottey College.

RONAN — A free tennis camp for ages six-18, sponsored by the Boys and Girls Club of Flathead Reservation and Lake County, is Tuesday-Thursday, July 16-19. Session one, for ages six-10 runs from 8-10 a.m. and session two, for ages 11-18, runs from 10 a.m.-noon. Participants may register by calling Mike or Stacey Ellis at (406) 676-3269. Equipment is provided. All participants must bring a water bottle.