POLSON - The Polson Farmers Market, held every Friday from 9 a.m.-1 p.m., will take place at Riverside Park, 49401 US-93, until further notice. See Polson Farmers Market on Facebook for more information.

POLSON —  The second day of the library’s movie trilogy will take place at 3 p.m. with “Back to the Future” shown in the library community room.

ST. IGNATIUS - Tribal Health invites all to Summer Youth Cultural Connection Day events. Activities will include, painting/coloring, specialty table, language, bead art, story time, elder visiting, traditional games and yard games held between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. with lunch provided. Call Chelsea Arlee with questions at 406-745-3525 X 5065. The July 30 event will be held at St. Ignatius Taelman Park. 

POLSON - Join the Mission Mountain Zen Center on Wednesdays for online instruction, practice and discussion via Zoom and in-person. The classes will be rom 6 to 7:30 p.m. We will cultivate and deepen our centering skills and meditation practice during the class. For more information and a Zoom link to the class call Zenku at 847-721-0665 or email at: Jerry.Smyers@gmail.com. Go to: www.missionmountainzen.org for more information.

Thursday, July 31

Free meditation class offered

POLSON - Join the Mission Mountain Zen Center on Wednesdays for online instruction, practice and discussion via Zoom and in-person. The classes will be rom 6 to 7:30 p.m. We will cultivate and deepen our centering skills and meditation practice during the class. For more information and a Zoom link to the class call Zenku at 847-721-0665 or email at: Jerry.Smyers@gmail.com. Go to: www.missionmountainzen.org for more information.

POLSON — The Summer Reading Program gathering takes place on Thursday, July 31, at 10 a.m. with the Three Chiefs Cultural Center. Call the library for possible location change information at 406-883-8225.

RONAN — Registration for Pioneer Days’ co-ed softball game takes place from 5-7 p.m. at the Softball Fields on Mink Lane on July 31.

POLSON — Music starts at 7 p.m. at the KwaTaqNuk Resort, 49708 US Highway 93 E, with “Hellcat Maggie” providing the tunes. Admission is free and all ages are welcome.

POLSON — On Friday, Aug. 1, the Polson Library will host author Jess Owen to discuss his book, “Of Graphic Novels & Gryphons” at 3:30 p.m.

POLSON - The Polson Library’s program for 0-24 month old children takes place on Fridays at 10-11 p.m. in the community room. We will sing songs and have interactive activities for caregivers and their little ones.

RONAN — Ronan Pioneer Days get underway Friday, Aug. 1, and continue through Sunday, Aug. 3 at the Ronan Fairgrounds. This year’s theme is “Beach Party.” Ronan Pioneer Days is a community event with fun for the whole family. The Kid’s Fishing Derby takes place at the Ronan City Park from 8 a.m.-noon. A golf scramble happens at the Mission Mountain Golf Course beginning at 10 a.m. and a Bulls and Broncs Rodeo takes place at 7:30 p.m. at the Lake County Fairgrounds. Street dances with live music take place from 9 p.m.-1:30 a.m. There will be plenty of good old-fashioned entertainment. Check out Ronan Pioneer Days on Facebook.

POLSON — Music starts at 7 p.m. at the KwaTaqNuk Resort, 49708 US Highway 93 E, with the Barker Brothers providing the tunes. Admission is free and all ages are welcome.

RONAN — The Mission Valley 3-on-3 Pioneer Days basketball tournament will be held Aug. 2 in the Ronan Event Center parking lots. Divisions include first grade through adults with a coed division. Free throw, 3-point contests and dunk contests will be held on Leonard Park Logging Center Court. Each team entry is $180 ($5 transaction fee if paid online). 

No dogs allowed in this area.

RONAN — Softball begins at 9 a.m. This event is for those 16 years and older. There is a $200 entry fee. For more information look for Ronan Pioneer Days on Facebook.

RONAN — Softball begins at 9 a.m. This event is for those 16 years and older. There is a $200 entry fee. For more information look for Ronan Pioneer Days on Facebook.

ST. IGNATIUS — Ten Snakes Krav Maga will teach Women’s Self Defense at 77581 US-93 from 9:30-11 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 2. For more details call 406-309-1988.

POLSON - The Legend Madness Semi Pro/Young Lion and Pro/Masters, with 50 Lap USA Late Models, Twin 20s Hobby Stocks, place on Saturday, Aug. 2. Gates open at 4 p.m., qualifying happens at 6 p.m. and racing starts at 7 p.m. For more information, go to: MissionValleySuperOval.com.

RONAN - Join community members at Mission West Community Development Partners, 407 Main Street SW, on Saturday, Aug. 2, from 8 a.m.-12 p.m. for Cherry Pitting. For 20 pounds - $25. There’s a 20 pound minimum and a 100 pound maximum. Cherries must be clean with no stems. Call 406-676-5916 with your questions.

MV Super Oval Legend Madness happens

POLSON — The Legend Madness Semi Pro/Young Lion and Pro/Masters, with 50 Lap USA Late Models, Twin 20s Hobby Stocks, takes place on Saturday, Aug. 2. Gates open at 4 p.m., qualifying happens at 6 p.m. and racing starts at 7 p.m. For more information, go to: MissionValleySuperOval.com.

MV Super Oval Legend Madness happens

POLSON — The Legend Madness Semi Pro/Young Lion and Pro/Masters, with 50 Lap USA Late Models, Twin 20s Hobby Stocks, takes place on Saturday, Aug. 2. Gates open at 4 p.m., qualifying happens at 6 p.m. and racing starts at 7 p.m. For more information, go to: MissionValleySuperOval.com.

POLSON — The Legend Madness Semi Pro/Young Lion and Pro/Masters, with 50 Lap USA Late Models, Twin 20s Hobby Stocks, takes place on Saturday, Aug. 2. Gates open at 4 p.m., qualifying happens at 6 p.m. and racing starts at 7 p.m. For more information, go to: MissionValleySuperOval.com.

CHARLO — The Ninepipes Museum of Early Montana, 69316 US Hwy. 93, invites you to their First Saturday event on Saturday, Aug. 2. Come meet local glass artists, Carol Benson, pottery artist, Carolyn Shoening, live music provided by Kae Mostead, Native American jewelry creator, Henrietta Wolf Black and impressionist painter, Kira Fercho. That One Guy will be there with his barbeque and tacos. 

The museum is open from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Check out their website and Facebook page for updates, ninepiesmuseum.org or call 406-644-3435

NINEPIPES - Ninepipes Museum of Early Montana’s Aug. 2 “First Saturday Community Artisan Event” is coming up.

 Join us from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. for Live music with singer/song writer Kate Mostead, and great food from “That One Guys Food Truck.” Meet Montana Moments photographer, Dee Dee Barbour; modern impressionist artist, Kira Fercho; and Native American artist and jewelry designer, Henrietta Wolf Black. Also, enjoy demonstrations with glass artist, Carol Benson, and potter, Carolyn Shoening. 

While you’re here, check out our August weekend sale.

RONAN — The annual Mission Mountain Classic Run registration begins at 7 a.m. south of Glacier Bank or pre-register at the Competitive Timing website. The race begins at 8 a.m. From 10 a.m.-2 p.m. there is a free car show at the south lawn of Glacier Bank. The co-ed, all ages, City-Slicker Rodeo sign-ups take place at 11 a.m. with the rodeo going from noon to 3 p.m. Admission is $2 (all ages invited). The Ronan Pioneer Days Open Rodeo begins at 7:30 p.m. at the Lake County Fairgrounds. Chuck Briseno will provide music at the 2nd Chance Saloon from 7 p.m. to 12 a.m. Street dancing with live music goes from 9 p.m.-1:30 a.m. For more information for look for Ronan Pioneer Days on Facebook.

RONAN — The annual Mission Mountain Classic Run registration begins at 7 a.m. south of Glacier Bank or pre-register at the Competitive Timing website. The race begins at 8 a.m. From 10 a.m.-2 p.m. there is a free car show at the south lawn of Glacier Bank.

 The co-ed, all ages, City-Slicker Rodeo sign-ups take place at 11 a.m. with the rodeo going from noon to 3 p.m. Admission is $2 (all ages invited). 

The Ronan Pioneer Days Open Rodeo begins at 7:30 p.m. at the Lake County Fairgrounds. Chuck Briseno will provide music at the 2nd Chance Saloon from 7 p.m. to 12 a.m. Street dancing with live music goes from 9 p.m.-1:30 a.m. 

For more information for look for Ronan Pioneer Days on Facebook.

POLSON — The Bookfest Club, an adult book club, will meet at the Polson Library on Saturday, Aug. 2, in the community room at 2 p.m. They will discuss, “The Unmaking of June Farrow,” written by Adrienne Young.

ARLEE — The annual Festival of Peace at the Garden of One Thousand Buddhas takes place all day on Sunday, Aug. 3. This event is free and open to the public. 

The garden is located at 34574 White Coyote Road just north of Arlee.

ARLEE — The annual Festival of Peace at the Garden of One Thousand Buddhas takes place all day on Sunday, Aug. 3. This event is free and open to the public. The garden is located at 34574 White Coyote Road just north of Arlee.

RONAN — The Mission Valley 3-on-3 Pioneer Days basketball tournament will be held Aug. 3 in the Ronan Event Center parking lots. Divisions include first grade through adults with a coed division. Free throw, 3-point contests and dunk contests will be held on Leonard Park Logging Center Court. Each team entry is $180 ($5 transaction fee if paid online). Entry deadline is July 21 at 8 p.m. Contact Steve Woll at 406-261-1521 with any questions. No refunds will be given after brackets are posted. No dogs allowed in this area.

RONAN — Volleyball Tournament registration takes place from 9-10 a.m. on the final day of Pioneer Days fun, Sunday, Aug. 3. The tournament takes place at Ronan City Park and continues until 3 p.m. The Big Pioneer Days Parade on Main Street starts at 12:30 p.m. Registration for the parade starts at 10 a.m. on Mink Lane by the fertilizer plant; autos register west of St. Luke’s. Ronan Open Pioneer Days Rodeo takes place at 3 p.m. at the Lake County Fairgrounds. 

RONAN —Volleyball Tournament registration takes place from 9-10 a.m. on the final day of Pioneer Days fun, Sunday, Aug. 3. 

The tournament takes place at Ronan City Park and continues until 3 p.m. 

The Big Pioneer Days Parade on Main Street starts at 12:30 p.m. Registration for the parade starts at 10 a.m. on Mink Lane by the fertilizer plant; autos register west of St. Luke’s. 

Ronan’s Open Pioneer Days Rodeo takes place at 3 p.m. at the Lake County Fairgrounds. 

GLACIER PARK — Entry to Glacier National Park is free on Sunday, Aug. 4. This event is in celebration of the Great American Outdoors Act.

GLACIER PARK — Entry to Glacier National Park is free on Monday, Aug. 4, in celebration of the Great American Outdoors Act.

POLSON — The Mission Valley Animal Shelter will hold a $25 Kia Pet Adoption event from Aug. 5-9. Must have approved application to adopt. Go to: missionvalleyanimalshelter.squarespace.com or call 406-883-5312.

RONAN — Tribal Health invites all to Summer Youth Cultural Connection Day events. Activities will include, painting/coloring, specialty table, language, bead art, story time, elder visiting, traditional games and yard games held between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. with lunch provided. Call Chelsea Arlee with questions at 406-745-3525 X 5065. The Aug. 5 event will be held at Pache Homesites. 

POLSON — The Polson Library’s Adult Coloring Program takes place at the library on Tuesday, Aug. 5, from 10:30-11:30 a.m.

POLSON — On Tuesday, Aug. 5, from 10 a.m.-noon Memory Café, a Dementia Care Partner Program with Angel Care takes place at the Polson Library. This program will repeat on the first Tuesday of each month. Memory Café is a safe and supportive environment for people living with Dementia, Alzheimer’s, or other forms of memory loss and their caregivers/family members. Learn more and register for this program by calling Danika at 406-409-8149.

POLSON - The Durham on Hwy. 93 downtown Polson offers music by Zane Tohme on Aug. 15, from 7-9 p.m.

PABLO — Tribal Health invites all to Summer Youth Cultural Connection Day events. Activities will include, painting/coloring, specialty table, language, bead art, story time, elder visiting, traditional games and yard games held between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. with lunch provided. Call Chelsea Arlee with questions at 406-745-3525 X 5065. The Aug. 6 event will be held at Woodcock Homesite.

POLSON — Join the Mission Mountain Zen Center on Wednesdays for online instruction, practice and discussion via Zoom and in-person. The classes will be rom 6 to 7:30 p.m. We will cultivate and deepen our centering skills and meditation practice during the class. 

For more information and a Zoom link to the class call Zenku at 847-721-0665 or email at: Jerry.Smyers@gmail.com. Go to: www.missionmountainzen.org for more information.

POLSON — Join a ‘Science on Tap’ evening at the Durham, 49494 US-93, from 6:30-8 p.m. with Dr. Matt Church, microbial ecologist at the Flathead Lake Biological Station. 

Church will share insights from his ongoing research into the invisible life forms and complex ecological dynamics of Flathead Lake. Tickets are $5.

BIG ARM — The Flathead Lakers will hold their annual Summer Soiree on Thursday, Aug. 7, from 5-9 p.m. at 28275 Skipping Rock Lane. 

For more information go to: www.flatheadlakers.org.

POLSON — The Polson Library will end their annual reading program with an amazing block party on Thursday, Aug. 7, from 4 to 7 p.m. 

Come join the fun with hot dogs, ice cream, carnival games, a book sale. A prize drawing will be held at 6 p.m.

POLSON — Music starts at 7 p.m. at the KwaTaqNuk Resort, 49708 US Highway 93 E, with Tommy Edwards providing the tunes. Admission is free and all ages are welcome.

KALISPELL — Legendary blues icon and five time Grammy award winner Taj Mahal is bringing his unique and masterful sound to the Flathead Valley this summer on Aug. 7. 

Known for his profound influence on blues, roots and world music, Taj Mahal’s performance promises to be a captivating celebration of musical history, blending diverse genres that have shaped his unparalleled career that spans six decades. 

For more information and ticket details, visit: wccmt.org or contact the ticket office at 406-756-1400.

POLSON — Music starts at 7 p.m. at the KwaTaqNuk Resort, 49708 US Highway 93 E, with Caselli & Crew providing the tunes. Admission is free and all ages are welcome.

PABLO — On Aug. 8 and 9 at Silver Fox Golf Course in Pablo, the 33rd Annual SKC Golf Scramble’s 18 hole scramble will have a shotgun start. Golf at 8:30 a.m. or 1 p.m. either day. The cost is $450 per team. To register go to: advancement@skc.edu. 

PABLO — On Aug. 8 and 9 at Silver Fox Golf Course in Pablo, the 33rd Annual SKC Golf Scramble’s 18 hole scramble will have a shotgun start. Golf at 8:30 a.m. or 1 p.m. either day. The cost is $450 per team. To register go to: advancement@skc.edu. 

POLSON — In the Polson Library’s Community Room every second Friday of each month from 4 to 5:30 p.m., teens can unplug, play and conquer with the Teen Game Club.

BIG ARM — The Big Arm Association will host a dessert potluck on Friday, Aug. 8, at 6:30 p.m. at our historic Big Arm School. Please bring a dessert to share. Our guest speaker will be Police Chief George Simpson. He will be speaking about his book, “The Odyssey of the Flathead Indian Reservation.” Please join us for an informative evening. For more information email: thebigarmassociation@gmail.com   

POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library will open at 1 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 8, to accommodate staff training, which will take place from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. The Joyful Cup walk-up window will remain open regular hours, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

POLSON — The Polson Library will open at 1 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 8, due to staff training. The Joyful Cup walk-up window will remain open regular hours, 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. Mother Goose is cancelled for this day.

POLSON — The Polson Library’s Mother Goose program is cancelled for this day due to staff training.

POLSON ­— The Polson Library’s Mother Goose program is cancelled for this day due to staff training.

POLSON — Glacier Brewing, 6 Tenth Ave. E, will host Jon Schumaker starting at 5 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 8.

POLSON - The Durham on Hwy. 93 downtown Polson offers music by Richard Barrett on Aug. 8, from 6-9 p.m.

YELLOW BAY - Join us at our beautiful Yellow Bay facilities for a day of immersive science activities and presentations. Meet our faculty, staff and students; listen to informative presentations on the State of the Lake; enjoy food from one of our local food vendor partners, and more. Come early and get a ride on the Jessie B.

POLSON — The annual Cruisin’ by the Bay Car Show takes place on Saturday, Aug. 9, on Main Street from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Registration is $25 each and $10 for each additional car. Cash prizes will be given. Find registration details at the Mission Valley Cruisers Facebook page or call 925-525-1134.

POLSON - The annual Courthouse Art Festival will be held at the Lake County Courthouse lawn on Aug. 9 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 

Join in the fun and enjoy local and regional fine art, artisans, crafters and music. 

FLATHEAD WATERSHED — Help us keep our favorite places clean by participating in the 2025 Flathead Waters Cleanup from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Volunteer teams can register to pick up trash in and around any waterbody in the Flathead Watershed.

POLSON — The Polson Library’s Toddler Time is a program for 2-3 year old active Toddlers on Saturdays from 10-11 a.m. This program is all about movement where we’ll read active stories, dance, sing and shake it all about. Held in the Community Room.

POLSON - Glacier Brewing, 6 Tenth Ave. E, will host Jon KC & the Valley Cats starting at 5 p.m. on 

POLSON - The Durham on Hwy. 93 downtown Polson will have music by Sunlight Black on Aug. 9, from 6-9 p.m.

POLSON - The Racing Dynamics 100, with Super Late Models, INEX Legends, takes place on Saturday, Aug. 9. Gates open at 4 p.m., track opens at 5 p.m., qualifying happens at 6 p.m. and racing starts at 7 p.m. 

For more information, go to: MissionValleySuperOval.com.

POLSON - Join community members for a special event to honor the lives of those who have passed away. This is a tribute event to celebrate their lives and keep their spirits alive in our hearts. Bring a banner, poster, or T-shirt with the names of loves ones who have passed away. Arrive at Linderman Gym by 8:40 a.m. to sign a waiver. Run, walk, skip or hop in this free family event. No pets and no bicycles. If you have questions, call 406-212-9463.

POLSON — The 2025 Polson Brewfest is an annual fundraiser benefitting Mission Valley youth. The event takes place in conjunction with the annual Courthouse Art Festival and Cruisin’ by the Bay Car Show on Saturday, Aug. 9, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Raffle tickets will also be sold: 5 for $100 or 1 for $25. Five $1,000 prizes will be awarded. Funds raised support local youth projects such as the Polson Basketball Club, Friends of the Children and pickleball youth clinics.

POLSON - Polson Rotary encourages you to purchase raffle tickets at $25 per chance or $100 for five chances to support the swim team and swim programs. You can win $1000, $1000 Montana Marbled Meats, $1000 propane, $1000 groceries or two season golf passes. Drawing takes place on Aug. 9 at 3:30 p.m. at the Elk’s Lodge. You do not have to be present to win.

POLSON — Join us at 10 a.m. for a fun-filled day of running, beer, and good vibes at Glacier Brewing Co., 6 Tenth Ave. E. Tickets start at $20.83, go to: Eventbrite.com. We’ve mapped out a 5k course that starts and ends at this awesome taproom by Flathead Lake. Gather your friends and come join us on Aug. 9. 

ST. IGNATIUS - The Mission Valley United Methodist Church, 70715 US-93 will hold a free carnival on Sunday, Aug. 10, from 1-4 p.m. There will be free food, free games, a bounce house, a cake walk and fun for the whole family. Come join us for some family fun! If you can bring a non-perishable food item for local food banks it would be appreciated but it’s not required.

POLSON - The Local Government Review Study Commission will meet from 3-4 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 12, at 106 First Street, E. Call 406-883-8200 for more information.

DIXON -Tribal Health invites all to Summer Youth Cultural Connection Day events. Activities will include, painting/coloring, specialty table, language, bead art, story time, elder visiting, traditional games and yard games held between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. with lunch provided. Call Chelsea Arlee with questions at 406-745-3525 X 5065. The Aug. 12 event will be held at the Anita Matt Building (Old Dixon Agency).