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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, January 25

Free intro to Zen Meditation class offered

1/25/2017

POLSON — A special Introduction to Zen Meditation Class is being offered at the YogaHeart Studio, 314 Main Street, on Wednesday, on Jan. 25, from 7-9 p.m. The class, presented by Zen Priest Jerry Smyers, includes an introduction to Zen, meditation instruction and practice, a questions and answer period and refreshments. There is no charge for this class. Everyone is welcome. For more details call 847-721-0665

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Thursday, January 26

Free dinner served at Baptist Church

1/26/2017

POLSON — There will be a free community dinner at Fellowship Baptist Church, 2 Seventh Ave. E, on Thursday, Jan. 26, at 6 p.m. The menu includes: soups, stews, salads, and desserts. All are welcome.

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Museum showcases traveling exhibit

1/26/2017

POLSON — The Miracle of Montana Museum’s “Free Night at the Museum” will take place on Thursday, Jan. 26, with the National Archive’s traveling exhibit of “The Bill of Rights and You,” which, commemorates its 225th anniversary.

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Shooters hold social, dinner, meeting

1/26/2017

POLSON — The Polson Shooters’ Association will hold its annual general membership meeting on Jan. 26, 2017, at the Polson VFW. The meeting starts with social time (no host bar) at 5:30 p.m. A spaghetti dinner follows at 6 p.m. with the meeting after. The cost of the dinner will be waived for those joining or renewing their membership. For more information call 406-883- 1110 or 406-249-2250.

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Storytime tells another dinosaur story

1/26/2017

POLSON — North Lake County Public Library hosts Storytime at 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. on Thursdays for preschoolers. This week’s story is: “How Do Dinosaurs Say I Love You?” The North Lake County Public Library is located at 2 First Ave., E in Polson. For more information call 406-883-8225.

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Friday, January 27

Hear about choosing nominee to replace Zinke

1/27/2017

POLSON — Jayson Peters, Republican State Executive Board member and Flathead County GOP Chairman, is the featured speaker at the Friday, Jan. 27, meeting of the Lake Country Pachyderm Club. He will discuss how the state GOP will choose a nominee to run for the vacancy created when Congressman Ryan Zinke becomes Secretary of the Interior. At least a half-dozen candidates have indicated they will file for the position. Members of the Pachyderm Club as well as the public are invited to the meeting, which begins at noon and adjourns at 1 p.m. at the Polson Rural Fire Department building, 25 Regatta Road.

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Polson HS plays basketball

1/27/2017

POLSON — The Polson High School Pirate Boys Basketball teams have games on Friday, Jan. 27, at the Linderman Gymnasium in Polson against Frenchtown.  Freshmen play at 4:15 p.m., JV plays at 5:45 p.m. and varsity plays at 7:30 p.m. For more information call 406-883-6351 or go to www.polson.k12.mt.us/phs.

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Polson Pirates wrestle

1/27/2017

POLSON — The Polson High School Pirate Wrestling team will compete in a meet against Ronan on Friday, Jan. 27, at 6 p.m. at the Polson High School Gymnasium. This will be “Senior Night” for the team. For more information call 406-883-6351 or go to www.polson.k12.mt.us/phs.

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Saturday, January 28

Tickets on sale for Elk Foundation banquet

1/28/2017

POLSON — Tickets are still available for the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation Big Game Banquet on Saturday, Jan. 28, at the KwaTaq-Nuk Resort in Polson. Join us for raffles, games and a silent auction beginning at 5 p.m. with dinner starting at 7 p.m. and the live auction following shortly thereafter. For more information and tickets, please call 406-240-1325 or the Les Schwab store in Ronan.

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Monday, January 30

First day of new library program

1/30/2017

POLSON — Join other young children for “Bedtime Bounce” at North Lake County Public Library on Mondays at 6:30 p.m. for singing, movement, hot chocolate and pajamas.

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Tuesday, January 31

Bus route changes discussed

1/31/2017

POLSON — The Lake County School Transportation Committee will be meeting Tuesday, Jan. 31, at 10:30 a.m. in the Land Services conference room of the Lake County Courthouse. Adjustments needed in school bus routes will be discussed. Guests are welcome. For further information, contact Carolyn O. Hall, Lake County Superintendent of Schools, at 406-883-7262.

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Neal Lewing to host Gary Cooper event

1/31/2017 - 2/2/2017

POLSON – North Lake County Public Library in Polson will host the Montana Conversations program “Gary Cooper: First, Last and Always” presented by Neal Lewing on Tuesday, Jan. 31 at 2 p.m. in the library meeting room. The presentation is free and open to the public. Free Gary Cooper movies will also be shown in the library meeting room on Wednesday, Feb. 1 and Thursday, Feb. 2. Everyone is welcome and refreshments will be served. The movie “High Noon” will play on Feb. 1, and “Sergeant York” will be shown on Feb. 2. Both begin at 2 p.m.

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Wednesday, February 1

Caregiver class taught through Feb. 28

2/1/2017 - 2/28/2017

POLSON — Powerful Tools for Caregivers classes are scheduled for six Tuesdays, Jan. 24-Feb. 28. Time for the class is 10-11:30 a.m. The classes are sponsored by the Area VI Agency on Aging to help caregivers thrive in this most difficult life role. Please call Jane or Holly at 1-800- 266-4188 for more information or to sign up. Class size is limited.

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Chamber to hear from LCCDC director

2/1/2017

POLSON — Gypsy Ray, Executive Director of the Lake County Community Development Corporation, will speak at the Feb. 1 Chamber of Commerce meeting. LCCDC cultivates economic growth in western Montana by offering unique resources to develop community, business and food and agriculture enterprises. The luncheon will be held at the Kwa-TaqNuk Resort from noon-1 p.m. for $11. For additional information call 406-883-5969.

Three recruits to sign on Feb. 1

2/1/2017

POLSON — Come support three Polson High School seniors as they sign their intent to play college football. Matthew Rensvold and Tanner Wilson will attend the University of Montana in Missoula and Jonah Burke will play for Montana Tech in Butte. The event starts at 5:30 p.m. with signing at 6 p.m. on Feb. 1 at the Polson Elks Club.

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Thursday, February 2

Free tax assistance offered

2/2/2017

POLSON — The AARP Tax-Aide Program provides free help in preparing and electronically filing federal and state income tax returns for low to moderate-income taxpayers. This service is free to taxpayers of any age. Help will be available at the Polson Senior Center every Monday and Thursday during the month of February by appointment only. Call 406- 883-4735.

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