Sunday, April 16
Rock the Missions High School Jam
RONAN — 7-9 p.m. and hosted by Dylan Schock. A jam for high school students only! Bring your own instrument or we have several available for you to play. Come to listen or come to play at 1 Eisenhower St SW, Ronan. We are a member-based, member-funded Co-op.
Monday, April 17
Monday means ‘Mother Goose’ at the library
POLSON — North Lake County Public Library’s Mother Goose program is geared toward ages 0 to 3, but all are welcome. We encourage parents to participate with their children for this early learning time. The doors will open at 9 a.m. Remember the library has moved to their temporary location: Polson United Methodist Church, 301 16th Ave. E.
Tuesday, April 18
‘Great Futures’ luncheon held at Boys & Girls Club
POLSON — Join the Boys & Girls Club in Polson, 110 17th Ave. W, for a luncheon, a “Great Futures” presentation, tours & exhibits on Tuesday, April 18, at noon. Meet the kids, see the club and discover what’s to come.
Wednesday, April 19
Drum Circle
RONAN — 7-9 p.m. and hosted by Doug Ruhman. Join Doug Ruhman for an evening of rhythm and fun. Open to all drummers, percussionists. Come join us at 1 Eisenhower St SW, Ronan. All percussion is welcome.
Free online meditation classes offered
ZOOM — Mission Mountain Zen is offering free online meditation classes on Wednesdays, led by Zen Teacher, Zenku, from 6-7:30 p.m. For more information and a Zoom link to the class call Zenku at 847-721-0665 or email him at: Jerry.Smyers@gmail.com.
Help clean up
RONAN — Join community members as they partner with Ronan High School students and Ronan City Hall to clean up the town. From litter patrol to larger projects, this one-day event is sure to leave you smiling as you help beautiful our town.
Thursday, April 20
Discover ‘Things that Go’ at library’s Story Time
POLSON — “Things that Go” will be the theme for Story Time on Thursday, April 20, at 9:15 a.m. at North Lake County Public Library’s temporary location: Polson United Methodist Church, 301 16th Ave. E.
Learn about foraging for mushrooms
ZOOM — Dr. Cathy Cripps will present “Foraging for Mushrooms” via Zoom from 6:30-8 p.m. on Thursday, April 20. This presentation is brought to you by the North Lake County Public Library. This event is open to all. Register at: tinyurl.com/mushroomMT
Friday, April 21
Have fun at Cowboy Ball
POLSON — Friday, April 21, is the date for this very popular western themed event, the Cowboy Ball. It takes place at the Polson Fairgrounds facility, inside a very large heated tent. Don’t miss the fun; great prime rib buffet dinner, catered bar, live and silent auctions, along with great dancing music following the live auction. Donations for the live & silent auctions are welcome. Tickets from PFI board members. Call 406-883-1100, for more information.
Open Mic Jam held
RONAN — 7-9 p.m. and hosted by The Late Bloomers. Come on down to open mic for your chance to take the stage and share your talents! We’ll have an open jam once everyone has had a chance to take the stage. Open to the public, and listeners are welcome, too. Whether you’re a musician, performer, poet, comedian or just love live music, the Western Montana Musicians Cooperative is for you. Stop by tonight and check out our talented members at the Red Poppy building at 1 Eisenhower St SW, Ronan. Interested in becoming a WMMC member? Want to know more about us and membership benefits? Check us out on our web page for announcements, events calendar and more at: www.mtmusic.org
Saturday, April 22
Community Jam on tap
RONAN — Saturdays are jam night at the Western Montana Musicians Co-op from 7-10 p.m. Stop by and check out our talented members at the Red Poppy building at 1 Eisenhower St SW, Ronan. Come to listen or come to play - everyone is welcome. We are a member-based, member-funded Co-op. The community jam is free, however for non-members donations are gratefully accepted and appreciated.
Free 'Defining Domains of Wellness in Selfcare' training held
PABLO — On Friday, March 31, from noon 3 p.m. at Salish Kootenai College, Teresa Nygaard will present "Defining Domains of Wellness in Selfcare."What does it mean to feel well? There is no simple answer to this question because there are different aspects of feeling healthy or well for each individual. It’s not just about the absence of illness or stress, it’s so much more based on one’s life. The facilitator and participants will look at the domains of health and wellness. Each participant will have the opportunity to create their own selfcare diagram and plan. Credits are available. The training is free but registration is required. To register, send name, email, and contact number to helpinghandsfund1@gmail.com. Registration confirmation will be sent within seven days.
Free ‘Utilizing Aces & Trauma Informed Care' training held
RONAN — On Saturday, April 22, from 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at SAFE Harbor, 63506 U.S. Highway 93, Teresa Nygaard will present “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 wrong with you?” and begin asking “what’s happened 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 registration is required. To register, send name, email, and contact number to helpinghandsfund1@gmail.com. Registration confirmation will be sent within seven days.
Pheasants Forever holds 34th banquet
RONAN — On Saturday, April 22, the doors open at 5 p.m. at the Ronan Community Center for the 34th annual Pheasants Forever banquet. Cocktails will be available for purchase along with game and raffle tickets and both a live and silent auction will take place. Dinner will be served at 6:30 p.m. Everyone is encouraged to purchase raffle tickets online at: pfqf.myeventcenter.com/event/Mission-Valley-Annual-Banquet-73038 or by calling 208-816-1425. Membership and dinner for one is $60, for a couple $85, under 18 years old $25, and under 12 years old $10.
Support Dixon School at the Annual Bison Stampede
Support Dixon School at the Annual Bison Stampede 5K/10K/1 mile fun run & Pancake Breakfast! Registration starts at 8, first race starts at 9 a.m. This is a fundraiser for campus improvements. Register now at www.dixonschool.org or call 406-246-3566 with questions.
Sunday, April 23
Free cooking classes offered
ARLEE — The Arlee Community Development Corporation is offering free cooking classes on April 23, 30 and May 7 from 2-4 p.m. at the Arlee Indian Senior Center. Residents of the Arlee School District are welcome to attend these classes taught by Chef Addie Steele. Students will use their new skills to help prepare a community dinner to be served May 8 at the Arlee Indian Senior Center. Space in these classes is limited to eight participants, so call 406-726-5550 or email: info@arleecdc.org to reserve your spot. Sponsored by the Arlee CDC and No Child Hungry Share our Strength.
Wednesday, April 26
Free online meditation classes offered
ZOOM — Mission Mountain Zen is offering free online meditation classes on Wednesdays led by Zen Teacher, Zenku, from 6-7:30 p.m. For more information and a Zoom link to the class call Zenku at 847-721-0665 or email him at: Jerry.Smyers@gmail.com.
Irrigators to meet
RONAN — The Flathead Irrigation District’s monthly meeting will be held on Wednesday, April 26, at 1 p.m. at Mission West Community Development Partners, 407 Main Street SW. The meeting is upstairs and an elevator is available.
Irrigators to meet
RONAN — The Flathead Irrigation District’s monthly meeting will be held on Wednesday, April 26, at 1 p.m. at Mission West Community Development Partners, 407 Main Street SW. The meeting is upstairs and an elevator is available.
Night School Jazz Jam set
RONAN — 8-11 p.m. and hosted by Lee Whalen. Whether you’re a musician, performer, poet, comedian or just love live music, the Western Montana Musicians Co-op is for you! Always free but donations are most appreciated.
Bring your Real Books r photocopied lead sheets (consider bringing 3x to share around, yeah?), and let’s put some glide in your stride, some swang in your thang, and a hep in your step at the first jam dedicated to jazz music at the Red Poppy at 1 Eisenhower St SW, Ronan.
Thursday, April 27
Learn about birds
POLSON — Stacey Hautanen from public health will be the special guest on Thursday, April 27, at North Lake County Public Library’s Story Time at 9:15 a.m. Remember the library is at a temporary location: Polson United Methodist Church, 301 16th Ave. E.
Friday, April 28
Open Mic Jam
RONAN — 7-9 p.m. and hosted by The Wildflowers. Come on down to open mic for your chance to take the stage and share your talents! We’ll have an open jam once everyone has had a chance to take the stage. Open to the public, and listeners are welcome, too. Whether you’re a musician, performer, poet, comedian or just love live music, the Western Montana Musicians Cooperative is for you. Stop by tonight at the Red Poppy building at 1 Eisenhower St SW, Ronan. Check us out on our web page for announcements, events calendar and more at: www.mtmusic.org
Saturday, April 29
Community Jam
RONAN — 7-10 p.m. Saturdays, at the Red Poppy building at 1 Eisenhower St SW, Ronan, are jam night at the Western Montana Musicians Co-op. Come to listen or come to play - everyone is welcome.We are a member-based, member-funded Co-op. The community jam is free, however for non-members donations are gratefully accepted and appreciated.