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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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Wednesday, October 15

Dance location moved

10/15/2014

POLSON — Due to floor renovation activities, the Wednesday night dance normally held at the Elks will be held at the VFW on the night of Oct. 15. Ken’s Country Combo will play everything from waltz, two step polka swing and anything from the 50s. Dance is from 7-10 p.m. Bring a treat to share.

 

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Flu shots offered in Arlee

10/15/2014

ARLEE — The Lake County Public Health Department will be offering flu shots to the public at Arlee Senior Center on Wednesday, Oct. 15, from 10:30 a.m.–noon. The cost is $25. Seniors, please remember to bring your Medicare Part B coverage cards as that will pay for your flu shot.

You may also get your flu shot at our walk-in immunization clinic held every Tuesday afternoon from 1-4 p.m. or you may call and schedule an appointment. The Lake County Public Health Department is located at 802 Main Street in Polson. Call (406) 883-7288, with your questions.

 

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Get a flu shot in St. Ignatius

10/15/2014

ST. IGNATIUS — The Lake County Public Health Department will be offering flu shots to the public at St. Ignatius Senior Center on Wednesday, Oct. 15, from 3:30–5 p.m. The cost is $25. Seniors, please remember to bring your Medicare Part B coverage cards as that will pay for your flu shot.

You may also get your flu shot at our walk-in immunization clinic held every Tuesday afternoon from 1-4 p.m. or you may call and schedule an appointment. The Lake County Public Health Department is located at 802 Main Street in Polson. Call (406) 883-7288, with your questions.

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Thursday, October 16

First Interstate to host SPLASH

10/16/2014

POLSON — Support Polson Late Afternoon Social Hour will be held Thursday, Oct. 16, from 5-7 p.m. Your host will be First Interstate Bank. Hope to see you there.

 

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Friday, October 17

PAT to hold free Halloween event

10/17/2014

POLSON — The Parents as Teachers is sponsoring a “Community Connection” event open to all area parents on Friday, Oct. 17, from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. The lunchtime event takes place in the Public Health Department’s conference room at 802 Main Street.

They will show you how to make some healthy Halloween treats and talk about fun ideas for the holiday. Information about the PAT program and lunch will be provided. A Ninja smoothie maker is the door prize and donated baby and toddler clothes are there to take home.

The PAT program is a free, voluntary program that provides twice monthly home visits with age-appropriate activities for children from birth to age five, developmental screenings, and information and referrals to area resources. Parents can be enrolled in the PAT program as soon as they are pregnant. For more information, call the Lake County Health Department at (406) 883-7209.

 

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Tuesday, October 21

Help record local history

10/21/2014

POLSON — The public is invited to the 10 a.m. meeting of the Flathead Reservation Area Historical Society on Tuesday, Oct. 21, in the large conference room of the Lake County Courthouse. Representatives of local museums and library boards are always encouraged to participate. Please call vice-president Gale Decker at (406) 676-3033, if you know of persons interested in serving on the board. 

 

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Wednesday, October 22

Dance at Elks again

10/22/2014

POLSON — The Wednesday night dance is back at the Elks with Heart to Heart playing. Treats continue to be exceptional and much enjoyed so please keep them coming. Come join us from 7-10 p.m. and have some fun. 

 

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Flu shots available in Ronan

10/22/2014

RONAN — The Lake County Public Health Department will be offering flu shots to the public at Ronan Senior Center on Wednesday, Oct. 22, from 1– 2:30 p.m. The cost is $25. Seniors, please remember to bring your Medicare Part B coverage cards as that will pay for your flu shot.

You may also get your flu shot at our walk-in immunization clinic held every Tuesday afternoon from 1-4 p.m. or you may call and schedule an appointment. The Lake County Public Health Department is located at 802 Main Street in Polson. Call (406) 883-7288, with your questions.

 

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Thursday, October 23

Charlo offers flu shots

10/23/2014

CHARLO — The Lake County Public Health Department will be offering flu shots to the public at Charlo Senior Center on Thursday, Oct. 23, from 1-2 p.m. The cost is $25. Seniors, please remember to bring your Medicare Part B coverage cards as that will pay for your flu shot.

You may also get your flu shot at our walk-in immunization clinic held every Tuesday afternoon from 1-4 p.m. or you may call and schedule an appointment. The Lake County Public Health Department is located at 802 Main Street in Polson. Call (406) 883-7288, with your questions.

 

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Dinner to serve Swedish meatballs

10/23/2014

POLSON — The Good Shepherd Lutheran Church will hold its annual Harvest Dinner of Swedish meatballs, potatoes, gravy, lefse, salad and dessert from 4-7 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 23, in the church fellowship hall. The cost for the dinner is $10 per adult, $4 per child under 10 years. Fair Trade coffee will also be available for purchase. Dinner proceeds will benefit local Helping Hands and Cheerful Heart organizations.

 

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Polson harvest dinner planned

10/23/2014

POLSON — A harvest community dinner will be held on Thursday, Oct. 23, from 6-7 p.m. at the Fellowship Baptist Church, 2 Seventh Ave. E. There will be a chicken dinner and salad served. An inspiration film will be shown after dinner and will be followed with dessert and coffee. All are welcome.

 

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Friday, October 24

Art auction provides funds for PEACE

10/24/2014

POLSON — In honor of October as domestic violence awareness month, Prevention and Education of Abuse and Christian Environments, (PEACE), will hold their first official fundraiser. Please join them for a silent art auction on Oct. 24 from 6-8 p.m. in the community room of the Mission Valley Aquatics Center. Desserts and hors d’oeuvres will be served as bids can be placed on beautiful artwork from local artists.  A short presentation about the organization will be given at 7 p.m. as the bidding wraps up at 7:30 p.m.  For more information, please email: peaceofpolson@gmail.com or call (406) 270-9160.

 

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Dinner, auction to benefit cancer fighter

10/24/2014

POLSON — A benefit dinner and silent auction will be held from 5-8 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 24, at the Polson VFW for Becky Cooper, a longtime waitress at Regatta Pizza who is fighting stage four colon rectal cancer. Because Becky is a huge football fan, people are asked to come wearing Becky’s favorite Pittsburgh Steelers’ colors — yellow and black — or any NFL team jersey or colors.

Organizers are also seeking donation items for the silent auction.

All proceeds will go to Becky’s medical expenses.

For more information, call Marie at (406) 270-1965 or Angela at (406) 531-3439.

 

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Speaker to address Pachyderms about Polson Chamber

10/24/2014

POLSON — Rob Turner, president of the Polson Chamber of Commerce, will report on the “State of the Polson Chamber of Commerce” at the Friday, Oct. 24, 2014, meeting of the Lake County Pachyderm Club. The group meets at the Polson Rural Fire Department building on Regatta Road, Polson. The business meeting starts at noon and adjourns at 1 p.m. Social time begins at 11:30 a.m. Anyone interested in hearing about Polson’s economic news and economic challenges is cordially invited to attend the meeting.

 

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Yard sale planned at St. Andrew’s

10/24/2014

POLSON — St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church will have a yard sale on Friday, Oct. 24, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at 110 Sixth Ave. The sale will feature furniture and gently used holiday items. Other used items will be available as well.

 

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Saturday, October 25

Growl-o-ween

10/25/2014

POLSON -GROWL-O-WEEN!! Save the date! Oct. 25th, you and your pet are invited to enjoy Murdoch's Ranch & Home Supply's Halloween Growl-O-Ween! Join us for fun games, prizes, treats and our famous pet costume contest! 10 a.m.-noon. Signups 10-11 a.m.

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