Valley Journal: Event Calendar 2/22/2023

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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

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.

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.

Experience ‘Lights under the Big Sky’

RONAN — On Saturday, Dec. 11, “Lights Under the Big Sky” will provide fun and entertainment for residents of the Mission Valley at the Ronan Fairgrounds from 5-9 p.m. There will be holiday lights displays; family activities and Santa.

Flathead Cheese holds annual open house

POLSON — Flathead Cheese, will hold their annual Open House Week from July 2-7, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. daily, at their shop, 208 First Ave. E. Call 406-883-0343 for more information.

Free 'Utilizing Aces & Trauma Informed Care' training held

PABLO — On April 22, from noon3 p.m. at Salish Kootenai College, Teresa Nygaard will present a free training entitled, "Utilizing Aces & Trauma Informed Care." Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) is a term to describe traumatic events occurring before age 18. Trauma is a deeply distressing or disturbing experience that without supports can have long-term negative effects. When “we” are trauma-informed, we realize the impact of trauma and understand there is potential for recovery. We recognize the signs and symptoms of trauma in those that we interact with and in ourselves. We respond by fully integrating knowledge about trauma into procedures, policies and practices. We seek to actively resist re-traumatization. We stop asking “What’s happening to you?” This training delves into this topic, responding to participants based on their pre-existing knowledge of the topic.

Credits are available.

The training is free but has limited seating. To register, send name, email, and contact number to: helpinghandsfund1@gmail.com. Registration confirmation will be sent within seven days.

Free meditation classes offered

ZOOM — Mission Mountain Zen is offering free online meditation classes Wednesdays from 6-7:30 p.m. For more information and a Zoom link to the class call Zenku at 847-721-0665 or email: Jerry.Smyers@gmail.com.

Wednesday, February 22

Flathead District to meet

2/22/2023

RONAN — The Flathead District’s monthly meeting will be held at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 22, at Mission West Community Development Partners, 407 Main Street SW.

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Free online meditation classes offered

2/22/2023

ZOOM — Mission Mountain Zen is offering free online meditation classes. Please join the Mission Mountain Zen Center on 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. We will cultivate and deepen our centering skills and meditation practice during the class. 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@gmail.com.

Thursday, February 23

Story Time geared for kindergarten readiness

2/23/2023

POLSON —Story Time begins at 9:15 a.m. on Thursdays at the North Lake County Public Library. Join us to read books, make crafts and play games with your little ones.

This program is geared for kindergarten readiness ages 3-5. It is important that all children attending have an opportunity for appropriate, safe play for their age.

Please be mindful of this when bringing younger children to Story Time.

Friday, February 24

Chinese dinner served

2/24/2023

POLSON — A Chinese dinner will be served at 6 p.m. at the Mission Valley Elks Lodge, 512 Main Street, on Feb. 24. Tickets purchased through Feb. 20 are $15 and tickets are $17 after that. Tickets available at the Elks Lodge bar.

Dinner to include wonton soup, egg rolls, BBQ pork, pork chow mien, orange chicken and pork fried rice.

Flathead Lake International Cinemafest begins

2/24/2023

POLSON — The Flathead Lake International Cinemafest has become a Destination Film Festival for filmmakers from across the country and globe. FLIC will be celebrating its 11th year of presenting a broad slate of domestic and international films. Whether you’re a filmmaker or a film lover, make plans to enter or attend this exciting winter event in picturesque Polson.

Many items for sale at library

2/24/2023

POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library will hold a surplus sale on Friday, Feb. 24, from 2-6 p.m. and on Saturday, Feb. 25, from 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. in the library. Lots of items available including shelving, furniture, equipment, supplies etc.

Open Mic Night held at the Musicians Co-op

2/24/2023

RONAN — The Western Montana Musicians Co-op holds an Open Mic Night every Friday from 7-9 p.m. at 1 Eisenhower St. SW (the old Red Poppy Building).

Saturday, February 25

Community Jam held at the Musicians Co-op

2/25/2023

RONAN — The Western Montana Musicians Co-op holds a Community Jam every Saturday from 7-10 p.m. at 1 Eisenhower St. SW (the old Red Poppy Building).

You are invited to help make a better world

2/25/2023

RONAN — You are invited to the third gather of friends, neighbors and well-wishers of humanity to explore how we can work together for the betterment of the world starting with small efforts in our own neighborhoods.

Meet with us at the Boys and Girls Club in Ronan on Saturday, Feb. 25, from 2-4:40 p.m. The meeting will be followed by refreshments and cleanup. This is a potluck so please bring something to share. if possible.

This meeting is based on the concept of the oneness of humanity that we have the capacity to come together to create a better world for all.

We are living in a time of both turbulence and great promise.

Monday, February 27

Mother Goose provides fun, learning

2/27/2023

POLSON —Mondays mean Mother Goose at the North Lake County Public Library. Join us at 9:15 a.m. 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.

It is important that all children attending have an opportunity for appropriate, safe play for their age.

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Wednesday, March 1

Chamber luncheon held

3/1/2023

POLSON — The Polson Chamber of Commerce will hold their monthly luncheon meeting at the KwaTaqNuk Resort at noon on Wednesday, March 1.

Free online meditation classes offered

3/1/2023

ZOOM — Join the Mission Mountain Zen Center on Wednesday, Feb. 15, for an online meditation class from 6-7:30 p.m.

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

Thursday, March 2

Tax assistance available

3/2/2023

POLSON — The Polson Senior Citizen Center will provide tax assistance on Mondays and Thursdays by appointment until April 14. Call 4068834735 to make an appointment.

Friday, March 3

Annual Polson Booster Club fundraiser held

3/3/2023

POLSON — On Friday, March 3, the annual Polson Booster fundraiser will be held at the Mission Valley Elks Lodge. The evening will begin with a social hour at 5:30 p.m. and dinner will be served at 6:30 p.m. At 7:30 p.m. the live auction, golden pint drawing, team basket auction, a dessert auction and a 50/50 drawing events will begin. Tickets are $35 or you can purchase a family ticket by contacting a Booster Club member, emailing: polsonboosterclub@gmail.com or calling 406-250-3021.

Saturday, March 4

Freezin’ for a reason

3/4/2023

POLSON — Join your local law enforcement officers, Special Olympic athletes and volunteers to raise funds and awareness for Special Olympics Montana. Register at: https://bit.ly/polson-plunge-reg Too chicken to plunge? You can still get in on the fun by signing up to help – go to: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040945ada82ca4f49-shiver#

Monday, March 6

Visit with local MT legislators

3/6/2023

RONAN — Put March 6, at 6:30 p.m. at the Ronan Community Center on your calendar for a legislative update. It will be hosted by Northwest Counties Farm Bureau in conjunction with the Lake County Commissioners and the Lake County Democrat and Republican Central committees. Hoping everyone will come visit with our local Montana legislators.

Tuesday, March 7

Horsemen to meet

3/7/2023

Mission Valley Backcountry Horsemen is having their next monthly meeting on March 7 at 7 p.m. at the VFW in Ronan.

There will be discussions about the recent Rally For Public Lands that took place in Helena at our Capitol building, and the upcoming celebration/convention about Back Country Horsemen celebrating 50 years of service at the Majestic Arena in Kalispell April 14-16. Raffle tickets can be bought during our meeting on March 7. For more information go to: https://bchmt.org/wp/flathead/50-years-of-service/ There will be something for everyone at this convention.

Everyone is welcome.