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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, February 8

Second weekly ‘Story Time’ held

2/8/2025

POLSON -   On Saturdays at 2 p.m. we are adding a Story Time. This program will have the same theme as the Thursday program. Hope you can join us for all the fun! The theme for this week will be “animal hibernation.”

 

Tuesday, February 11

Kiwanis serves buffalo burgers

2/11/2025

POLSON -  The Polson Kiwanis Club’s 2025 Buffalo Burgerfest takes place on Tuesday, Feb. 11, from 4:30-7 p.m. at the Polson Elks Lodge. Tickets are $10 each (Go-Boxes available) are available at Glacier Bank, Unity Bank and Valley Bank. The menu includes a buffalo burger, salad, pie and a beverage. Proceeds to Polson Kiwanis service projects primarily for youth programs.

 

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Wednesday, February 12

‘Air, Water, Earth, Fire’ art show at Sandpiper Gallery

2/12/2025 - 2/14/2025

POLSON - The Sandpiper Art Gallery & Gifts’ “Art, Water, Earth Fire” art show runs until March 14. The gallery is located at 306 Main Street. Also on display are Polson High School’s talented young artists’ artwork.

Attend the 2025 Lake County Spring Job Fair

2/12/2025

POLSON -  On Wednesday, Feb. 12, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the KwaTaqNuk Resort, the public is welcome to the Lake County Spring Job Fair. There are no fees for job seekers. Employer registration is required and booths are $40. Register at: http://bit.ly/4gLsMzB

 

Tags:  Polson   Lake County  

Fraud & Scam Prevention Course held

2/12/2025

POLSON - On Wednesday, Feb. 12, from 3-4 p.m. in the North Lake County Public Library’s Community Room, Chief George Simpson of the Polson police department and the library have designed a course to help our community recognize, avoid, and respond to common scams and fraud attempts. You will learn the latest tactics used by scammers; how to identify red flags in emails, phone calls, websites, and online communications. We’ll also share steps to safeguard your personal information, plus trusted resources and organizations to contact if you’ve been a victim of fraud, so you can get the help you need. This event is free and open to all. No prior tech knowledge required!

 

Spring job fair on tap

2/12/2025

POLSON - Lake County Spring Job fair. All are welcome. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the ballroom in the Kwataqnuk Resort Casino. Questions? Contact the Job Service Polson office at 406- 883-7880.

Tags:  Lake County   Polson  

Thursday, February 13

Join Business Pulse event

2/13/2025

POLSON - On Thursday, Feb. 13, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the KwaTaqNuk Resort, a tourism an d prosperity summit will be held. Learn expert tourism insights, 2025 Chamber initiatives, local business marketing, engage and network with local businesses. All are invited to attend. This is a free event.

Learn about MT restricted districts

2/13/2025

POLSON - On Thursday, Feb. 13, from 6:30-8 p.m., the North Lake County Public Library is cohosting another Montana Library Network Program: “Western Montana’s Restricted Districts, 1870-1940.”  This program will dive into the rich history of the restricted - or red light - districts in Missoula and Hamilton. The presenter is Sophia Etier. 

You must register to get the link. Register at: https://tinyurl.com/RestrictedDistricts. 

Library holds ‘Toddler Time’ and ‘Story Time’

2/13/2025

POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library will hold two programs for little ones on Thursdays. At 10 a.m. “Toddler Time,” a program for 2-3 year olds that is all about movement will be held. At 2 p.m.” Story Time” a program for 3-5 year olds that includes stories and activities for kindergarten readiness will be held.

Mission Valley Choral Society practices begin

2/13/2025

POLSON - Practices begin for the Mission Valley Choral Society Spring Concerts on Thursday, Feb. 13, from 7 to 9 p.m., at the First Presbyterian Church in Polson. The concerts are scheduled for May 3 and May 4. Director Cathy Gillhouse has selected a varied program of choral music. 

The choir has existed in the Mission Valley since the 1960s and brings together a diverse group of 30 to 40 people, all ages with varied backgrounds, united to bring joy through music. 

Anyone who enjoys singing is invited to join the choir. For information contact 406-261-3304 or 406-260-6103; or check out the MVCS website missionvalleychoralsociety.org or Facebook page. 

Mission Valley Choral Society practices begin

2/13/2025

POLSON —  Practices begin for the Mission Valley Choral Society Spring Concerts on Thursday, Feb. 13, from 7 to 9 p.m., at the First Presbyterian Church in Polson. The concerts are scheduled for May 3 and May 4. Director Cathy Gillhouse has selected a varied program of choral music. The choir has existed in the Mission Valley since the 1960s and brings together a diverse group of 30 to 40 people, all ages with varied backgrounds, united to bring joy through music. 

Anyone who enjoys singing is invited to join the choir. For information contact 406-261-3304 or 406-260-6103; or check out the MVCS website missionvalleychoralsociety.org or Facebook page. 

 

Friday, February 14

Final day to apply for Polson Scholarships

2/14/2025

POLSON - Polson Scholarship and Education Foundation, established in 2002, encourages students to apply for scholarships by the deadline of Feb. 14. Go to the website:  https://www.polson.k12.mt.us/polson-high-school/academics/psef/

 

FLIC coming to Polson

2/14/2025

POLSON - Mark your calendar for the weekend of Feb. 14-16 for the 13th annual winter film festival at Showboat Stadium, 416 Main Street. 

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Go Red for Women’

2/14/2025

POLSON - On Friday, Feb. 14, at the KwaTawNuk Resort, join Tribal Health for a day full of sessions dedicated to the annual “Go Red for Women.” Rise and Shine Yoga starts the day at 8:45 a.m. Register online by 5 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 13, at: https://form.jotform.com/243336765374060 On-site registration ends at 2 p.m. Feb. 14.

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Library celebrates one year in new building

2/14/2025

POLSON - On Friday, Feb. 14, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.: The North Lake County Public Library is celebrating one year in their beautiful, renovated building. Join us for refreshments and enter our drawing for a gift basket. 

Mother Goose held at library

2/14/2025

POLSON - Mother Goose is held at the North Lake County Public Library on Fridays at 10 a.m. in the Community Room. This program is for 0-24 month olds. 

MV Live presents Kate Voss, Hot Sauce

2/14/2025

POLSON - Celebrate Valentine’s Day with Kate Voss and the Hot Sauce, a true variety band, playing jazz, blues, pop, country, western-swing, oldies, Americana and rockabilly. The performance takes place at Polson High School on Friday, Feb. 14, at 7 p.m. Single tickets are $15 at the door. Advance tickets are $13 available at First Interstate Bank in Polson and Ronan True Value in Ronan. Youth 18 years and younger are free.

Tags:  Mission Valley Live   Polson  

Pachyderms to meet

2/14/2025

POLSON - We will hold our Feb. 14 Pachyderm meeting at the Polson Rural Fire Station at noon. Our guest speaker will be paralegal Pascal Redfern, who has been actively involved with the Water Compact.  

Saturday, February 15

Bookfest Club to meet

2/15/2025

POLSON — On Saturday, Feb. 15, at 10 a.m. the Bookfest Club will meet at the North Lake County Public Library to discuss “The Blue Castle” by L.M. Montgomery. Stop by the front desk or call 406-883-8225 to sign up. 

Saturday ‘Story Time’ held

2/15/2025

POLSON -  On Saturdays at 2 p.m. we are adding a Story Time at the North Lake County Public Library. 

 

Valentine’s Day dance held

2/15/2025

POLSON - Tribal Health is holding a Valentine’s Dance on Saturday, Feb. 15, from 5-7 p.m. at the Polson Indian Senior Center, 701 First Ave. E. For more information, email: kayla.ridgley@cskthealth.org

Tags:  Polson   Tribal Health  

Wednesday, February 19

Page Turners Youth Book Club meets

2/19/2025

POLSON - The North Lake County Public Library’s Page Turners Youth Book Club will meet on Wednesday, Feb. 19, from 4– 5 p.m. This month’s selection is “Rascal” by Sterling North. 

We’ll want to hear your thoughts at the meeting. We have social time, games, discussion and snacks.

 

Thursday, February 20

Donate a book

2/20/2025

POLSON - Thursday, Feb. 20, is Book Donation Day at the North Lake County Public Library. You are welcome to bring donations from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. There is a limit of two boxes at a time.

 

Library cancels ‘Toddler Time’ and ‘Story Time’

2/20/2025

POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library will not hold programs on Thursdays at 10 a.m. and at 2 p.m. due to the library’s book sale.

Friday, February 21

Polson Community Awards Banquet held

2/21/2025

POLSON - Enjoy dinner, drinks, awards and music at the annual Community Awards Banquet on Friday, Feb. 21, at the KwaTaqNuk Resort. Book tickets online or in person with the Polson Chamber.

Tickets are $65 each.

 

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