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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, December 12

NARF members to hold Christmas party

12/12/2012

POLSON — The National Active and Retired Federal Employees will hold their annual Christmas party at noon on Dec. 12, at Pop’s Grill, 214 Main St. Lunch will be from the menu. 

A program by Matt Larson from the Owl Institute is pending.

The members of NARF wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

 

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Polson High School site of Big Productions

12/12/2012

POLSON — On Wednesday, Dec. 12, Big Productions will present “Storyhill” at Polson High School. Chris Cunningham and John Hermanson are a folk-duo that brings infectious melodies, smart story songs and heartbreaking harmonies together in one perfect package. Concert starts at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $12 in advance and $14 at the door. For more information, call Big Productions (406) 676-2427. 

 

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Polson Rural Fire District posts busy meeting agenda

12/12/2012

POLSON — Polson Rural Fire District trustee monthly meeting will take place Wednesday, Dec. 12, at 7 p.m., at the fairgrounds station.  All residents of the Polson Rural Fire District and interested general public are encouraged to attend. For a full text of approved minutes and the agenda, please go to www.polsonfire.org.

 

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Thursday, December 13

Christian academy to put on dinner theater fundraiser

12/13/2012 - 12/15/2012

POLSON — The Mission Valley Christian Academy is putting on a dinner theater production to raise funds. The play, “The Importance of Being Earnest,” will take place on Dec. 13, 14, and 15 beginning at 6:15 p.m. Tickets are $35 per person or $150 for a family of five. Call the school at (406) 883-6858 for more information.

 

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Join Masumola Club or come as guest

12/13/2012

POLSON — The Masumola Club meeting will be held Thursday, Dec. 13, at the clubhouse, beginning at 5:45 p.m. The potluck is at 6:30 p.m. and the program starts at 7 p.m.

The clubhouse is located on Masumola Road: Turn onto Rocky Point Rd. off of US Highway 93 and after the three-mile marker, turn right onto Masumola Road.  

Anyone in the community of Polson and the surrounding area is invited to attend this meeting as a guest or to join the club and enjoy friendship, meetings and interesting programs. The only requirement for new guests is to bring your own utensils and a dish to pass if you wish. For membership information contact Irene Marchello at (406) 883-6184.

 

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Friday, December 14

Free dinner offered at Polson Presbyterian Church

12/14/2012

POLSON — The December friendship table dinner is coming up on Dec. 14, from 5-7 p.m. This month’s dinner is a true Christmas season feast with ham, green beans, cranberry relish, applesauce, dinner rolls, Christmas cookies and beverages. Polson Presbyterian Church is located across from the Linderman School. Come join us. This dinner is free and open to all.

 

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Living windows are sights to behold

12/14/2012

POLSON — See Polson’s downtown windows come alive with magical windows on Friday, Dec. 14 from 5-7 p.m. There will be entertainment, refreshments, a bonfire and lots of Christmas magic. The drawing, for two $1,000 gift certificate holiday gift boxes from the holiday raffle, will take place at Jackie M’s Footwear at 6:45 p.m. See you there.

 

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Local author to sign books

12/14/2012

POLSON — On Dec. 14, local author Maggie Plummer will be signing and reading from her historical novel, "Spirited Away: A Novel of the Stolen Irish," at Treasure State Mercantile on Main Street in Polson. She will be available to sign books from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., and is scheduled to do a short reading at 6 p.m.

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Santa Claus to visit Cove Deli

12/14/2012

POLSON — On Friday, Dec. 14, Santa and Mrs. Claus are visiting Polson at the Cove Deli from 4-7 p.m. for pictures.

 

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Saturday, December 15

Debut album to be celebrated

12/15/2012

POLSON — Local singer-songwriters Stacy Lynne Santilli and Jim Steiner invite you to join them in celebration of the holiday season and the long-awaited release of their debut album, "JIMNI," on Saturday, Dec. 15, at Glacier Brewing Company in Polson. Enjoy tasty tidbits, craft brews and some new songs they’ve got in the works, along with old favorites. For details, visit http://www.facebook.com/jimnimusic.

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Fiddlers to jam

12/15/2012

BIGFORK — The Montana Old Time Fiddlers will hold their monthly jam session at the Bigfork Inn on Saturday, Dec. 15, from 2-5 p.m. Come and play, dance or just hang out and listen. 

For more information, contact Ken Ripple at (406) 837-2360 or Reg Wearley at (406) 849-5099.

 

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Wednesday, December 19

Holiday dance on tap

12/19/2012

POLSON — The next community dance will be the holiday dance at the Elks on Dec. 19, from 7-10 p.m. Tunes will be provided by Ken’s Country Combo and requests are accepted. It’s suggested everyone wear red to shine for the party. Treats are welcome and always wonderful. See you there.

 

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Thursday, December 20

Community Spirit Baskets to be raffled

12/20/2012

POLSON — Local merchants and organizations have donated baskets to be raffled off at the December SPLASH event, hosted by the Coalition for Kids at the Big Sky Bistro on Dec. 20. Folks can stop into Community Bank to view the baskets and purchase their raffle tickets. All proceeds raised from the Community Spirit Baskets will go to The Polson Loaves and Food Pantry.

 

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