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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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Friday, November 6

Methodist Church holds bazaar, luncheon

11/6/2015

POLSON — The annual Fall Bazaar and Luncheon at the First United Methodist Church, 301 Sixteenth Ave. E, is on Friday, Nov. 6. 

Art, homemade crafts and baked goods will be sold from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Soup and sandwiches, topped off with an apple dumpling and ice cream, will be served from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. 

Proceeds will be used for local and church-wide mission outreach.

 

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Saturday, November 7

Breakfast to benefit Thelma Briney

11/7/2015

POLSON — A benefit pancake breakfast for Thelma Mae Briney will be held from 8-11 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 7, at Cherry Valley School. Donations will be accepted at the door.

Thelma is the daughter of Brad and Mandy Briney and the granddaughter of Paul and Kathy Briney. Thelma has been diagnosed with a rare form of children’s cancer and is being treated in Seattle. Her parents and 5-year-old brother will stay with her during her 6-8 month treatment and will be unable to work. Please attend the breakfast or donate to the Thelma Mae Briney fund at First Interstate Bank in Polson. Prayers are greatly appreciated.

 

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Free suicide prevention seminar offered

11/7/2015

POLSON — A free training to help reduce suicide will be offered Saturday, Nov. 7, from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. at New Life Christian Center in Polson. Those who attend the full 8-hour training will receive three certifications: Mental Health First Aid Certification, C.A.L.M. Certification (Conversation about Access to Lethal Means Certification), and Question, Persuade, Refer Certification.

Dr. Ferguson will also preach a message on the topic on Sunday, Nov. 8, at 10 a.m. This is open to the community. For more information, call the church at 406-883-2447.

 

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Monday, November 9

Public meeting set for Polson Ice Arena

11/9/2015

POLSON — Mission Valley Ice Arena Committee is calling all ice hockey players, curlers, skating enthusiasts, and the general public to a meeting on Monday, Nov. 9, at 6 p.m. in the Echo Room of the Red Lion Inn to discuss its plans for building a refrigerated ice rink in Polson. A business plan summary, the architectural firm conceptual plan for the Ice Arena, will be on hand for the public to view.

 

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Wednesday, November 11

Linderman School honors veterans

11/11/2015

POLSON — Linderman School will again honor our veterans on Nov. 11. We are inviting all veterans to our assembly and for lunch following it. Halls are being decorated now and we are looking for more photographs and stories.

 

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Thursday, November 12

John Ashley discusses ‘The nature of night’

11/12/2015

POLSON — "The Nature of Night:  What We've Lost, What We've Found" by John Ashley will be Mission Mountain Audubon's next evening program on Thursday, Nov. 12, at 7 p.m. in the North Lake County Library meeting room. Everyone is welcome. 

 

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Friday, November 13

Free dinner served at Presbyterian Church

11/13/2015

POLSON — The November Friendship Table Dinner is on Friday, Nov. 13, from 5-6:30 p.m. at Polson Presbyterian Church, located across from the Linderman School. Come join us. This dinner is free and open to all.

 

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Sunday, November 15

Bazaar proceeds go to food banks

11/15/2015

POLSON — The fourth annual “Hunter Widows' Holiday Bazaar’ will take place on Sunday, Nov. 15, at the Elks Lodge, 512 Main Street, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Get an early start on all of your holiday shopping needs. All kinds of vendors showcasing their items will be in one convenient location. Admission is free but nonperishable food donations will be collected. All proceeds from vendor table fees and food donations will be donated to local food banks. For more information call 406-249-3373.

 

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Monday, November 16

Historical Society to meet at courthouse

11/16/2015

POLSON – The Flathead Reservation Area Historical Society will hold a meeting on Monday, Nov. 16, at 10 a.m. in the large conference room of the Lake County Court House. All members and interested community members are invited to attend.

 

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Tuesday, November 17

Attend meeting, free ‘turkey’ art activity

11/17/2015

POLSON — On Tuesday, Nov. 17, the Lake County Health Department’s Parents as Teachers program’s Community Connection for November will focus on “Turkey Fun” with an art activity and snacks. This community event will take place from 2-3:30 p.m. in the Public Health Department’s conference room, 801 Main Street. Pregnant moms and families with children under the age of 5 are welcome to attend this free program. This is a good chance to meet other families with young children and to learn more about the free Parents as Teachers Home Visiting program. Call LCPH at 406-883-7288, for more information.

 

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Wednesday, November 18

Democrats to discuss 2016 election

11/18/2015

POLSON — Lake County Democrats will hold a business meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 18, to discuss issues regarding the upcoming 2016 election. The meeting will be at the North Lake County Public Library in Polson. A social hour with refreshments begins at 6:30 p.m. with the business meeting starting at 7 p.m. If you have questions, call 406-599-4087.

 

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FBC to meet in Pablo

11/18/2015

POLSON — Members of the Flathead Basin Commission will meet on Nov. 18 from 10 a.m.-3:45 p.m. at Lake County Environmental Health building, 106 Fourth Ave. E. The meeting will focus on FBC specific issues, including but not limited to: FBC administration and funding; and pending FBC Action Plan for 2016-2020. Two afternoon presentations are also planned. 

 

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