Friday, December 15
Story Time held on Thursdays at library
POLSON — At 10 a.m. at First United Methodist Church, 301 16th Ave. E, (temporary location), read about winter.
Saturday, December 16
Business, craft show held at Maxine’s
POLSON — On Saturday, Dec. 16, Maxine’s will hold a cottage business and craft show from 1-4 p.m. at 325 Main Street. Rent a table and show off your goodies. Email: MAXINESCOFFEESHOPANDEATERY@ GMAIL.COM. Spaces are limited.
Mission Valley Choral Society holds two Christmas Concerts
ST. IGNATIUS — Mark your calendar for the Mission Valley Choral Society Christmas Concert weekend. Concerts are scheduled for 1 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 16, at the St. Ignatius Mission and 4 p.m., Sunday, Dec.17, at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Polson. Director Cathy Gillhouse has prepared an inspirational and moving musical program from spirituals to classic Christmas songs. The community choir, 40 voices strong, has existed in the county since the 1960s. The choir brings a diverse group of people together, all ages with varied backgrounds, united to inspire through music. The concerts are free and welcoming to all. A free-will offering will be taken to help the group with music expense. For information contact 406-261-3304 or 406-370-2076; or check out the MVCS web site at: missionvalleychoralsociety.org or Facebook page.
ShamRockers to play free Christmas Concert
POLSON — Polson’s own Montana ShamRockers present a free Christmas concert at the beautiful Theatre on the Lake on Saturday, Dec. 16, at 7 p.m. No reservations needed. The popular Irish band celebrates their 20th anniversary with an uplifting mix of Celtic carols, anecdotes and laughs that is open to the public and free of charge. The concert is sponsored by the Port Polson Players and Black Paw Music.
Sunday, December 17
Second choral concert takes place
POLSON — The second Mission Valley Choral Society Christmas Concert will be held at 4 p.m., Sunday, Dec.17, at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Polson.
Monday, December 18
Mondays mean Mother Goose
POLSON —Join us at 9:15 a.m. at First United Methodist Church, 301 16th Ave. E, (temporary location). Mother Goose is geared toward ages 0 to 3, but all are welcome. We encourage parents and caregivers to participate with their children for this early learning time.
Tuesday, December 19
Lake County Job Service holds Zoom meeting
ZOOM — Join Lake County Job Service via Zoom on Tuesday, Dec. 19, from 8:30-10 a.m. for an update on Montana and Lake County’s economic performance. Delve into key indicators, workforce trends and emerging sectors to provide a nuanced understanding of the current economic landscape. The presentation will address the pressing issue of the labor shortage.
Speaker will be Nick Holom, senior economist, Workforce Services Division, Montana Dept. of Labor and Industry. Zoom link: https://mt-gov.zoom.us/j/85444397250?pwd=akc2UVh3RlNVb0drenFHNS9VY3psQT09. For more information contact Kris Schock, JSEC Coordinator, at 406-883-7893.
Lake County Job Service holds Zoom meeting
ZOOM — Join Lake County Job Service via Zoom on Tuesday, Dec. 19, from 8:30-10 a.m. for an update on Montana and Lake County’s economic performance. Delve into key indicators, workforce trends and emerging sectors to provide a nuanced understanding of the current economic landscape. The presentation will address the pressing issue of the labor shortage.
Speaker will be Nick Holom, senior economist, Workforce Services Division, Montana Dept. of Labor and Industry. Zoom link: https://mt-gov.zoom.us/j/85444397250?pwd=akc2UVh3RlNVb0drenFHNS9VY3psQT09. For more information contact Kris Schock, JSEC Coordinator, at 406-883-7893.
Wednesday, December 20
Join meditation class via Zoom
ZOOM — Mission Mountain Zen is offering free online meditation classes.
Join the Mission Mountain Zen Center on Wednesdays, for an online meditation class led by Zen Teacher, Zenku. Class includes meditation instruction, practice and discussion via Zoom. The classes are held from 6-7:30 p.m. We will cultivate and deepen our centering skills and meditation practice during the class. Please join us and take advantage of this opportunity. For more information and a Zoom link to the class call Zenku at 847-721-0665 or email at: Jerry.Smyers@gmailcom
Library’s Page Turners’ Youth Book Club reads ‘Mr. Popper’s Penguins.’
POLSON — Page Turners’ Youth Book Club will discuss “Mr. Popper’s Penguins” by Richard and Florence Atwater at 3:30 p.m. Pick up your copy and come ready to share about your favorite parts.
Thursday, December 21
SPLASH held at Providence St. Joseph Hospital
POLSON — Polson Chamber of Commerce will hold their December SPLASH at Providence
St. Joseph Hospital, 6 Thirteenth Ave. E, from 5-7 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 21.
Hosted by Providence St. Joseph Hospital along with Glacier Bank, the business community highlights a different business each month and provides an opportunity for professional networking. Food and beverages are featured.
The cost is $2.
Story Time held on Thursdays at library
POLSON — At 10 a.m. at First United Methodist Church, 301 16th Ave. E, (temporary location), read about Christmas
Friday, December 22
Pachyderms to meet
POLSON — The Lake County Republican Pachyderm meeting takes place at the Polson Rural Fire Department, 25b Regatta Road, from noon- 1 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 22.
Saturday, December 23
Library closes for Christmas holiday
POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library will be closed Saturday, Dec. 23, until Tuesday, Dec. 26, for the Christmas holiday.
Monday, December 25
Shop local on ‘Small Business Saturday’
LAKE COUNTY — Saturday, Nov. 25 is Small Business Saturday – a day to celebrate and support small businesses and all they do for their communities. Please join in supporting your locally owned businesses by shopping at a small business in your community.
Wednesday, December 27
Zoom meditation class offered
ZOOM — Mission Mountain Zen is offering free online meditation classes. Join the Mission Mountain Zen Center on Wednesday, Dec.27, and on subsequent Wednesdays, for an online meditation class led by Zen Teacher, Zenku, including meditation instruction, practice and discussion via Zoom.
The classes will be each Wednesday from 6-7:30 p.m., Mountain Time. We will cultivate and deepen our centering skills and meditation practice during the class. Take advantage of this opportunity.
For more information and a Zoom link to the class call Zenku at 847-721-0665 or email at: Jerry.Smyers@gmail.com.