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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.

 

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Tuesday, September 17

Gallery presents new exhibit through Sept. 20

9/1/2013 - 9/20/2013

POLSON — Sandpiper Gallery’s exhibit “Yin and Yang: Functional and Abstract” features basketry; leather; fiber; clay and abstract art by Brigitte Miller; Holly Wurl; Mary Sale; Jean Stromnes; Margery Christensen; Nancy Gordon and invited Lakeside fiber artist Joan Renne. The exhibit runs Aug. 13-Sept. 20 with a reception Friday, Aug. 16, from 5-7 p.m.

 

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Tuesday, September 17

St. Joseph Medical Center hosts weekly class for caregivers through Sept. 18

9/1/2013 - 9/18/2013

POLSON — A “Powerful Tools for Caregivers” class is scheduled for Wednesdays, from 10-11:30 a.m., Aug. 15-Sept. 18 at the O’Maley meeting room in Providence St. Joseph Medical Center.. There is no fee for the class. It is sponsored by the Area VI Agency on Aging, St. Joe’s, and Lake Co. Extension Service, to help caregivers take care of themselves, better understand their emotions, communicate more effectively, and find local resources. Please contact Jane at (406) 883-7284 or 1-800-266-4188, for more information or to sign up. Class size is limited.

 

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Learn history, lifestyles of Native people

9/17/2013 - 9/20/2013

PABLO – Native American Awareness Days, at the People’s Center in Pablo, is the week of Sept. 17-20. Open to the public, the event’s purpose is to educate the community on lifestyles and history of the Salish, Kootenai and Pend d’ Oreille people. Activities include: Native arts, crafts, dancing and cooking demonstrations with frybread and dry meats available to eat. Call Marie at (406) 675-0160, for more information.

 

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Museum extras make Constitution Day a special event

9/17/2013

POLSON — Constitution Day, called on some calendars Citizenship Day, is Tuesday, Sept. 17. The Miracle of America Museum will stay open until 7 pm that day and is offering lecture tours of the Revolutionary War display and the Constitution Displays at no extra cost. Free pocket copies of the Constitution will be given to participants.

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Wednesday, September 18

Meeting to focus on education issues

9/18/2013

PABLO — Lake County Democrats’ monthly meeting will be Wednesday, Sept. 18. in the Michel Building at Salish Kootenai College. The meeting will focus on a variety of education issues in Montana. The evening begins at 6:30 p.m. with a social followed by a brief business meeting at 7 p.m. The program includes a panel discussion by local educators. The public is welcome.

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Thursday, September 19

Businesswomen meet for lunch, speaker

9/19/2013

RONAN — The Mission Valley sub-network of Missoula Businesswomen’s Network will meet on Sept. 19 from 11:45 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Lake county Community Development Building, 407 W. Main St. La Nita Fitzpatrick of Mountain West Bank will speak on tax tips for the self-employed and credit. Laurie Dassonville of “SendOutCards” is the lunch sponsor. Please RSVP by Sept. 18 to ldville@yahoo.com. Bring your business cards, marketing materials and friends.

 

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SPLASH with Polson at Bishop Insurance

9/19/2013

POLSON —Support Polson Late Afternoon Social Hour is held Thursday, Sept. 19, from 5-7 p.m. at Bishop Insurance.

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Saturday, September 21

People’s Center Pow-wow welcomes everyone

9/21/2013

PABLO — The People’s Center Pow-wow includes traditional Native American dancing, drumming and singing. Vendors of beadwork, local art and food are on hand. Everyone is welcome to this free event. For more information, call the center at (406) 675-0160.

 

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Ronan celebrates with Harvest Festival

9/21/2013

RONAN — Come to Ronan’s Harvest Festival held at the Community Bank parking lot and Ronan City Park, from 9 a.m.-noon. 

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Sale has something for everybody

9/21/2013

POLSON — A multi-interest sale will take place at Fellowship Baptist Church, 2 Seventh Ave. E. from 8 a.m. to whenever on Sept. 21. There will be a bake sale, a yard sale, handcrafted items for sale as well as hot dogs and drinks.

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Submit art for fall show

9/21/2013

POLSON — Sandpiper Art Gallery announces “Harvest Time,” a non-juried exhibit. All area artists are invited to submit original work for the show. All work should fit the theme of autumn harvest and must be delivered to Sandpiper Gallery on Saturday, Sept. 21. An opening reception will be held on Friday, Sept. 27, from 5-7 p.m. and the will be exhibited until Nov. 8. Visit Sandpiperartgallery.com or contact Sandpiper Gallery at (406) 883-5956 for details.

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Tuesday, September 24

Interpret harvest time for gallery’s open show through Nov. 8

9/24/2013 - 11/8/2013

POLSON — The Sandpiper Gallery hosts a non-juried, open show entitled “Harvest Time,” celebrating fall and harvest time. Artistic interpretation of the theme in any medium is accepted. The show runs Sept. 24-Nov. 8.

 

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Ronan Woman's Club to meet

9/24/2013

RONAN – The Ronan Woman's Club will hold their September meeting at 7 p.m. at the Ronan Senior Citizens Center. Please join us. New members are welcome. We are a service group that enjoys helping the Ronan community.

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Thursday, September 26

Cook plans surprise for free dinner

9/26/2013

POLSON — A free community dinner will be held at the Fellowship Baptist Church, 2 Seventh Ave. E., on Sept. 26 from 6-7 p.m. The menu is “Good Cook’s surprise.”

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Job Corps to host open house event

9/26/2013

RONAN — Kicking Horse Job Corps Center’s open house event will be held on Thursday, Sept. 26, between 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

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Friday, September 27

School transportation discussed

9/27/2013

POLSON — The Lake County School Transportation Committee will meet on Friday, Sept. 27, at 10 a.m. in the large conference room of the Lake County Courthouse. Adjustments needed in school bus routes will be discussed. Guests are welcome.

 

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Saturday, September 28

Free admittance marks National Public Lands Day

9/28/2013

GLACIER PARK — In honor of National Public Lands Day enjoy free admission to one of 402 National Parks sites across the country.

 

Sunday, September 29

Gold Star Mother's Day to be observed in Ronan

9/29/2013

RONAN – Please join us Sunday, Sept. 29, to observe Gold Star Mother's Day. This special day recognizes the families who have lost a loved one while serving in the armed forces. The event will take place at the city park in Ronan and begins at noon.

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