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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, February 27

Maddy to speak at Pachyderm meeting

2/27/2015

POLSON — Anyone interested in learning about developments up on the Ridgewater properties is invited to attend the meeting of the Lake County Pachyderm Club on Friday, Feb. 27, at the Polson Rural Fire Department Building on Regatta Road near the Polson fairgrounds. The business meeting begins at noon and adjourns at 1 p.m.

Mike Maddy, owner of the Ridgewater site, and Dennis Duty, a realtor involved with day to day operations, will share news of the hotel under construction, new restaurants, Kalispell Regional Hospital’s clinic, retail stores, and offices that are making Ridgewater the fastest growing area in Polson.

Social time begins at 11:30 a.m., and brown bag lunches are encouraged. Anyone interested in topics and issues pertinent to our community are cordially invited to attend.

 

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Meet with legislators

2/27/2015

POLSON — All interested citizens are invited to meet with Lake County legislators in Polson on Friday, Feb. 27, from 7-9 p.m. in the Community Room of the North Lake County Library, 2 First Ave. E.

Senator Janna Taylor, Representative Greg Hertz and Representative Dan Salomon will be home for spring break from the Montana legislative session. This is an opportunity to meet them face-to-face, hear their report on key issues in the Montana Legislature, and share personal concerns on issues important to Lake County.

Lake County Republican Women will provide coffee and cookies. Everyone is welcome.

 

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Reception at Sandpiper Gallery

2/27/2015

POLSON — Sandpiper Gallery presents a Native American Invitational Show highlighting the work of Native American artists Dion Albert (birchbark), Ben Pease  (paintings), Sierra Pete (paintings), and Louie Still Smoking (paintings). This show runs through April 4. Please join us for a complimentary glass of wine while you view the vibrant art from our guest artists. Reception is Friday, Feb. 27, from 5-7 p.m

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Saturday, February 28

Hospital teaches CPR classes

2/28/2015

POLSON — In honor of Heart Health Month in February, Providence St. Joseph Medical Center will conduct free adult CPR classes every Saturday from 9-11 a.m. and again from 1-3 p.m.  For more information or to sign up, contact Cindy Hagen at (406) 883-7488.

 

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MVCA to hold auctions, dinner

2/28/2015

POLSON — Mission Valley Christian Academy’s “Staying Alive” disco-themed auction fundraiser and dinner celebration is scheduled for Feb. 28. School supporters and community partners will share their talents and services in celebration of Christian education and for financial support.

This year’s event begins at 5:30 p.m. at the school, located 2 miles east on Hwy 35. Both a live and silent auction will take place and special baskets will also be auctioned. Vista Linda of Somers will cater the meal. If you or someone you know has something to share, if you want information about Christian education, or want tickets for this event, please call (406) 883-6858.

 

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Sunday, March 1

Accordionists to jam

3/1/2015

POLSON — The Northwest Accordion Association will hold a jam session on Sunday, March 1, from 2-5:30 p.m. at the VFW.

 

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Stations of the Cross done Lutheran Style through March 25

3/1/2015 - 3/25/2015

POLSON — Lenten soup suppers and worship services will be held each Wednesday, Feb. 18-March 25 at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church. 

Suppers are at 5:30 p.m., followed by worship services at 6:30 p.m. 

“Stations of the Cross Lutheran Style,” will begin in Bethlehem, go to Nazareth and Capernaum, to the Upper Room and the Garden of Gethsemane, the Antonia Fortress and Palace of Caiaphas, ending on Good Friday at Golgotha. We will consider these “stations,” sing hymns and pray. Good Shepherd is located at 409 Fourth Ave., E in Polson. For more information, call (406) 883- 5864 or visit the website: www.gslcpolsonmt.com.

 

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Wednesday, March 4

Beck to speak at Chamber meeting

3/4/2015

POLSON — The Polson Chamber’s general meeting and luncheon is scheduled for Wednesday, March 4, at the KwaTaqNuk Resort in Polson from noon-1 p.m. The meeting’s speaker will be Steve Beck. For more information, call the Chamber office at (406) 883-5969.

 

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Combo to play at dance

3/4/2015

POLSON — Ken’s Country Combo will play at the Elks on Wednesday, March 4 from 7- 10 p.m. Bring treats and your friends to this community dance.

 

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Mariners to hold signups

3/4/2015

POLSON — The Mission Valley Mariners Legion Baseball will have a team signups on Wednesday, March 4, at 6:30 p.m. at the Polson High School auditorium. All new and returning players will receive the player packets, which include all team related information, signup forms and American Legion Baseball requirements and the Mariner team costs.  Baseball players from any of the Reservation communities are encouraged participate. The Mariners hope to have enough youth interested in the program this season to continue to field two teams (A and B teams). For additional information, call Tom McDonald at (406) 261-4425.  

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Veteran presentations at library

3/4/2015

POLSON – Local veterans will offer a free public presentation at North Lake County Public Library in Polson on Wednesday, March 4, at 7 p.m. The program will focus on the highly acclaimed book “The Things They Carried” by Tim O’Brien. Everyone is welcome, and refreshments will be served. The key speaker will be Sgt. Chuck Lewis, a U.S. Marine Corps veteran from Ronan.

For more information, please call North Lake County Public Library at (406) 883-8225 or stop by the circulation desk at 2 First Ave. E. 

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Saturday, March 7

Elks' crab crack to raise funds for roof

3/7/2015

POLSON — The annual Crab Crack at the Polson Elks club will be held Saturday, March 7. Doors open at 5 p.m. and dinner will be served at 6 p.m. All you can eat crab festival; steak option is available for those who prefer beef. Tickets are $35 and available at the Polson Elks Lodge, seating is limited so don’t wait. Open to the public. This event is a fundraiser for the Elks. They are hoping to raise funds for a much needed new roof.

 

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Wednesday, March 11

Meet with Resource Roundtable

3/11/2015

POLSON — Spring is peeking around the corner... Come join us for another great time at the Resource Roundtable on March 11 at noon. We meet at the Lake County Health Department Conference room and the presentation will be: ‘Simple Steps in a Complex World.’

Lunch is provided. See you there.

 

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Bring a treat to share

3/11/2015

POLSON — Heart to Heart will play at the Elks on Wednesday, March 11, from 7-10 p.m. Come on out and join the fun crowd and bring a treat to share.

 

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Thursday, March 12

Learn about Schnitzmeyer

3/12/2015

POLSON — Miracle of America Museum will present “Meet Herman Schnitzmeyer,” on Thursday, March 12, beginning at 6:30 p.m. There will be a display of his original photo equipment and life story by historian Dennis Kellogg, an avid Schnitzmeyer collector. A historic, educational and enjoyable evening is promised. For more information, call Gil at (406) 883-6264.

 

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Library chooses ‘Making Music’ theme

3/12/2015

POLSON — North Lake County Public Library will host special one-hour programs for children ages 3-5 years old and their caregivers. The programs include stories, songs, movements, crafts and more on Thursdays at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. The theme for Thursday, March 12, will be “Making Music.” For more information, call (406) 883-8225 or go to: northlakecountylibrary.org.

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