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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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Monday, March 7

Pasties sold in time for St. Patrick’s Day

3/7/2016 - 3/17/2016

POLSON — The Montecahto Club will make their pasties just in time for St. Patrick’s Day. They will be $5 for a large pasty. You can place your orders by calling either Kari at 406-370-1443 or Alice at 406-250-3189. 

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Wednesday, March 9

Free Zen Meditation Class offered

3/9/2016

POLSON — A special Introduction to Zen Meditation Class is being offered at the YogaHeart Studio, 314 Main Street, on Wednesday, March 9, at 7 p.m.  

Zen Priest Jerry Smyers will present the class.  There is no charge for the class. Everyone is welcome. If you’d like more details, call 847-721-0665.

 

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Thursday, March 10

‘Treasure State-part 2’ on tap at library

3/10/2016

POLSON — North Lake County Library’s Storytime program includes stories, songs, movement, crafts and more. The theme for Thursday, March 10, is “Treasure State-part 2.” The program takes place at 10 a.m. and again at 4 p.m. Call Kendra Mullison, Youth Services Librarian, at 406-883-8225, for more information.

 

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St. Pat’s Day celebrate at Masumola Club

3/10/2016

POLSON —Join your friends and neighbors for St. Pat’s Day this Thursday, March 10, at the Masumola Club. The ShamRockers will entertain and hosts Stephanie and Don Clement, Steve and Brenda Olsen and Carmine Mowbray are providing corned beef and cabbage. We need folks to fill in with vegetables (especially the traditional carrots and potatoes,) salads and desserts. Food distribution: A – H dessert, I – O salad or vegetable, P – Z hot dish. See you there.

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Friday, March 11

Church to serve free dinner

3/11/2016

POLSON — A free dinner will be served at Polson Presbyterian Church on March 11 from 5-6:30 p.m. Polson Presbyterian Church is located across from Linderman School. Come join us. This dinner is free and open to all.

 

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Watch film at church movie night

3/11/2016

POLSON — Fellowship Baptist Church, 2 Seventh Ave. E, will host a movie night on Friday, March 11, at 7 p.m. The film is “The War Room.” This is a great movie … come and watch it. All are welcome. Popcorn will be served.

 

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Saturday, March 12

Appreciate firefighters at ball

3/12/2016

POLSON — The 15th annual Firefighters’ Appreciation Ball’s theme is “Hawaiian Heat.” It will be held on Saturday, March 12, at the KwaTaqNuk Resort with cocktails at 6 p.m., dinner at 7 p.m. and dancing to follow by “Gladys Friday.” Tickets are $40 and the public is welcome.  For more information contact Bonnie Kiser at 253-0177. Come support and celebrate our Polson Volunteer Firefighters.

 

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Sunday, March 13

Canadian group visits Foursquare Church

3/13/2016

POLSON — The Living Faith Bible College team from Alberta, Canada, will visit Polson Foursquare Church on Sunday, March 13, at 10 a.m. The team will present worship, drama, personal stories and message on “Trust.” Call 406-883-9347 for more information.

 

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Monday, March 14

Learn about herbs

3/14/2016

POLSON — “Thyme for Herbs” will meet Monday, March 14, at 7 p.m. in the North Lake County Public Library in Polson. We are inviting all new people who are interested in learning how to use herbs to enhance their health. The main topic will be: The Many Faces of Herbs.

We will review the value of the common herbs as sources of nutrients as well as other properties that directly support health. We are also working together to create family medicinal herb gardens. For information call Linda Peterson at 406-319-2446.

 

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Wednesday, March 16

Dance at the Elks

3/16/2016

POLSON — There will be a community dance at the Elks Club on Wednesday, March 16, from 7-9 p.m. Ken’s Country Combo will provide the music. Join us for a great time. There will be no dance at the Elks Club on Wednesday, March 30.

 

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Gold-plated information found at Resource Roundtable

3/16/2016

POLSON — Come find a pot of gold-plated information at the next Resource Roundtable on March 16 at noon at the Lake County Health Department conference room. Speakers for the meeting will be Emily Colomeda and Linda Davis of Lake County Health Department. Lunch will be provided. Share the invitation with those who might be interested. This is a great chance to network and find out about other agencies and services. Please RSVP to help with meal count.

 

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Thursday, March 17

‘Busy as an Ant’ program on tap at library

3/17/2016

POLSON — North Lake County Library’s Storytime program includes stories, songs, movement, crafts and more. The theme for Thursday, March 17, is “Busy as an Ant.” The program takes place at 10 a.m. and again at 4 p.m. Call Kendra Mullison, Youth Services Librarian, at 406-883-8225, for more information.

 

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Congdon to address Kiwanis meeting

3/17/2016

POLSON — The Polson Kiwanis will meet Thursday, March 17, at the KwaTaqNuk in the Koostatah Room from noon-1 p.m. Our guest speaker will be Wally Congdon. He will speak about his position as Deputy County Attorney working on civil cases for Lake County and will also touch on ranching and farming in Montana.

 

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Green celebrated at adult coloring program

3/17/2016

POLSON — On Thursday, March 17, the North Lake County Public Library in Polson is celebrating all things green and spring-like with an adult coloring program between 2-4 p.m. The ambience includes colorful visual inspiration, background music from our library CD collection, and tasty snacks. All coloring supplies are provided (you are welcome to have your own). Bring friends. See you there. The library is located at 2 First Ave. E and their phone number is 406-883-8225.

 

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Miracle of America hosts SPLASH

3/17/2016

POLSON — Support Polson Late Afternoon Social Hour will be held Thursday, March 17, from 5-7 p.m. Your host will be Miracle of America Museum located at 36094 Memory Lane. See you there.

 

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