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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

 

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.

 

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.

 

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.

 

Faith Lutheran to hold Advent, Christmas Eve services

RONAN - Faith Lutheran Church, 406 5th Ave. SW, will hold Advent services on Wednesdays, Dec. 4, 11, and 18, at 7 p.m. and a Christmas Candlelight service on Dec. 24, at 4 p.m.

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Saturday, July 20

Enjoy Lake County Fair Horse Show

7/20/2024

RONAN — The Lake County Fair Horse Show takes place at the Lake County Fairgrounds, 300 Third Ave. NW, on Saturday, July 20, at 9 a.m.

Sunday, July 21

Lake County Fair Shooting Sports

7/21/2024

POLSON — The Lake County Fair Shooting Sports events take place at Big Sky Sporting Clays Shooting Range, 42295 Irvine Flats Rd., on Sunday, July 21, at noon.

 

Tuesday, July 23

Lake County Fair continues

7/23/2024

RONAN — The following events take place at Lake County Fair on the Fairgrounds, 300 Third Ave. NW, on Tuesday, July 23: Dog Show takes place at 8 a.m.; The Non-perishable Open Class check-in takes place from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Family-style Dinner at 5 p.m.; swine weigh off trailer from 6-8 p.m.

 

Thursday, July 25

County Fair Market Livestock Sale

7/25/2024

RONAN — The Lake County Fair Market Livestock Sale will take place on the Fairgrounds, 300 Third Ave. NW, on Thursday, July 25, at 7 p.m.

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Lake County Fair events announced

7/25/2024

RONAN — The following events take place at Lake County Fair on the Fairgrounds, 300 Third Ave. NW, on Thursday, July 25: Breakfast 7-11 a.m.; Judges Orientation 8:30 a.m.: Sheep Breeding and Showmanship 9 a.m.; Kid Zone 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Goat Show 11:30 a.m.; Fashion Review 4:30 p.m.; Market Livestock Dinner 5:30 p.m.; Market Livestock Sale 7 p.m.

Friday, July 26

Lake County Fair holds many events

7/26/2024

RONAN — The following events take place at Lake County Fair on the Fairgrounds, 300 Third Ave. NW, on Friday, July 26: Breakfast 8-11 a.m.; Beef and Dairy Breeding and Showmanship 9 a.m.; Kid Zone 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Rabbit Show 9 a.m.; Poultry Show 2 p.m.; Crabfest 5 p.m.; Small Fry Stock Show 5:30 p.m.

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