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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, March 18

More dancers needed

3/18/2015

POLSON — A Community Dance will be held on Wednesday, March 18, at the Elks Club from 7-10 p.m. The dance will feature Ken’s Country Combo. We could use some more dancers so join us for the fun. We bring treats to share, but it isn’t mandatory to do so.

 

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Thursday, March 19

First Citizens Bank to host SPLASH

3/19/2015

POLSON — Every month, the Polson Chamber invites its members and members of the public to join them during the monthly Support Polson Late Afternoon Social Hour (SPLASH). The March 19 SPLASH will be from 5-7 p.m. at First Citizens Bank, 213 First Street W.

The March event will include the announcement of the winners of the Chamber’s photography contest. The monthly SPLASH offers participants the chance to network and learn more about the featured business(s) every month. For additional information about this and other Chamber programs, visitwww.polsonchamber.com or call (406) 883-5969.  

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MVCA to present ‘Little Women’

3/19/2015 - 3/21/2015

POLSON — Mission Valley Christian Academy will present the play “Little Women” from March 19-21. 

For more information, contact Julie at (406) 883-6858.

 

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Friday, March 20

Plan to attend baby food idea meeting

3/20/2015

POLSON – Make plans to attend the Parents as Teachers Group Connections at the Lake County Health Department in Polson on Friday, March 20, from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Gina Lozar, Registered Dietitian from the Polson WIC Office, will talk about transitioning from pureed baby foods to finger/table foods and give tips on making fun and healthy snacks. Pregnant moms and families with children under the age of 5 are welcome to attend. A light lunch will be served. See our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/lakecountypat or call the Lake County Health Department at (406) 883-7288 for more info.

 

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Saturday, March 21

Mexican food on tap at Methodist fundraiser

3/21/2015

POLSON — Polson United Methodist Church’s Fiesta Dinner Fundraiser to reduce their mortgage debt is scheduled for Saturday, March 21.

This event includes great Mexican food, a silent auction, a pie auction, and door prizes. Prices are $10 per adult, $5 for children under 10 years of age, and children under 5 years of age are free.

Dinner is from 5-6:30 pm. Tickets may be purchased from a church member. The United Methodist Church is located at 301 16th Street E.

 

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Sunday, March 22

Spring celebrated with music

3/22/2015

POLSON — A “Celebration of Spring” music recital will be held in Polson at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 409 Fourth Ave. E, on Sunday, March 22, at 3 p.m. Donna Rowold, organist and minister of music at Good Shepherd, is bringing together her musical friends and colleagues to join her in a concert of a wide variety of music, from classical to blues. Scheduled to perform are pianists Karla Gallatin, Karen Vergeront, Gay Cochrane, Heather Mergenthaler and Diane Torres; harpist Cathy Gillhouse; violinists Del and Cheryl Des Jarlais; and the Flathead Flute Choir, with flutists Michael Kramarczyk, Libby Smith, Barbara Magone, and Kathy Quist. A free will offering will be received to benefit the Mission Valley Friends of the Arts Heat/Air Conditioner upgrade fund. The Greater Polson Community Foundation will match the collection. Please join us for a delightful afternoon of musical favorites. 

 

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Wednesday, March 25

Dance, enjoy treats on Wednesdays

3/25/2015

POLSON — Come one; come all to the best-kept secret for Wednesday night fun. The weekly dance at the Elks on Sixth and Main, is a great time. Bring your friends and practice your dance moves from 7-10 p.m. Tunes are provided by ‘Heart to Heart.’ We don’t have a sponsor anymore so, if you can, bring a treat to share.  

 

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Fire District to review truck purchase

3/25/2015

POLSON – The Polson Rural Fire District will hold a special meeting on Wednesday, March 25, at 7 p.m. at the Fairgrounds Station. The purpose of the meeting is to review Wildland Type 3 new fire truck purchase. All residents of the Polson Rural Fire District and interested general public are encouraged to attend. 

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MVCA to present ‘Little Women’

3/25/2015 - 3/27/2015

POLSON — Mission Valley Christian Academy will present the play “Little Women” from March 25-27. The Wednesday, March 25, matinee is at 1 p.m., and performances on Thursday, March 26, and Friday, March 27, begin at 7 p.m.  Dessert will be served during intermission. Tickets are $15 per person or $65 for a family of five.

For more information, contact Julie at (406) 883-6858.

 

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PSPI schedules March meeting

3/25/2015

POLSON — The March Partners in Suicide Prevention and Intervention meeting will be on Wednesday, March 25, at the Polson Tribal Health and Human Services Clinic on the third floor. It will be held from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Lunch will be provided. Roxana Colman-Herak will present on Cyber-bullying and then have an open discussion. A short period of time will be dedicated to ideas for our social media Circle of Trust campaign.

 

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Thursday, March 26

Church to serve free community dinner

3/26/2015

POLSON — A free community dinner will be served on Thursday, March 26, at 6 p.m. at the Fellowship Baptist Church, 2 Seventh Ave. E. The menu will include Sloppy Joes, salads and dessert. All are welcome.

 

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Saturday, March 28

View gymnasts

3/28/2015

POLSON – On Saturday, March 28, the Head Over Heels Tumbling and Acrobatics Show will be held in the “gym” at the Polson Alliance Church on Highway 93 and Tower Road. The show begins with our littlest gymnasts opening at 1 p.m. At 2 p.m. our Tumblers will be showcased followed promptly by the Acro Teams. Questions may be addressed to Jessica at: headoverheelsmontana@gmail.com.

 

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Sunday, March 29

Join Palm Sunday worship

3/29/2015

POLSON — Mission Valley churches are coming together for a night of praise and worship at Polson Foursquare Church on the evening of Palm Sunday, March 29, at 6 p.m. The church is located 3.5 miles north of Polson Bridge on Highway 93 N. Bring a dessert to share afterwards. 

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Palms blessed at St. Andrew’s

3/29/2015

POLSON — St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 110 Sixth Ave. E, will hold a Palm Sunday Blessing and Procession of the Palms on Sunday, March 29, at 10 a.m. All are welcome.

 

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Monday, March 30

Special board meeting on tap for PSD #23

3/30/2015

POLSON — Polson School District will also have a special board meeting on Monday, March 30, at 5:30 p.m. in the district office. 

 

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