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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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Tuesday, February 21

Classes address diabetes, heart health

2/21/2017

POLSON — Providence St. Joseph Hospital’s Diabetes and Cardiovascular Disease Prevention program is a lifestyle change program that starts at 5 p.m. on Feb. 21. It is open to anyone at risk for type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease. A referral from your provider and a prescreening is required. For more information call 406-883-8454.

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Drivers’ safety course taught

2/21/2017

POLSON — AARP’s Smart Drivers’ Safety Course is scheduled to be taught from 8:30-11 a.m. and 1-2:30 p.m. at the Polson Senior Center. Please call 406-883-4735 for a reservation.

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Thursday, February 23

Enjoy free Mexican meal

2/23/2017

POLSON — A free community dinner will be served on Thursday, Feb. 23, at 6 p.m. at the Fellowship Baptist Church, 2 Seventh Ave. E. The menu is Mexican cuisine. A warm welcome goes to one and all.

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Movie screened at the museum

2/23/2017

POLSON — A screening of “The Sands of Iwo Jima,” starring John Wayne will take place at the Miracle of America Museum on Thursday, Feb. 23, at 6:30 p.m. This movie shows the day in 1945 that the U.S. Marines took Mt. Suribachi on the island of Iwo Jima.

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Read about how dinosaurs learn their colors

2/23/2017

POLSON — North Lake County Library presents Story Time on Thursdays for 3-5 year olds at 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. The one-hour program includes reading, rhymes, and crafts. This week’s story theme is “How do Dinosaurs Learn their Colors?”

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Try out technology at library

2/23/2017

POLSON — Stop by North Lake County Public Library on Thursday, Feb. 23, from 11 a.m.-6 p.m. to explore the digital services the library offers. Visit individual stations to try out electronic library services and devices. It is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served. Please call 406-883-8225 for more information.

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Wednesday, March 1

Bereavement Support Group open to public through March 9

3/1/2017 - 3/9/2017

POLSON — An eightweek series for grieving adults meets Thursdays, Jan. 19–March 9, 2017, from 12:30-2 p.m. in the O’Malley conference room, on the second floor of St. Joseph Medical Center. For more information contact: Mary Martin at 406-883-8914 or Katie Bateman at 406-883- 8347.

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Ken’s Country Combo plays for dance

3/1/2017

POLSON — The Community Dance will take place from 7-10 p.m. on March 1 at the Elks Club in Polson. Ken’s Country Combo will play for western night.

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Learn the Art of Zen Meditation

3/1/2017

POLSON — Special montly Zen Meditation Classes are being offered at the YogaHeart Studio, 314 Main Street, on Wednesday, March 1, March 29 and May 3 at 7 p.m. Zen Priest Jerry Smyers will present the classes. There is no charge for the classes. Everyone is welcome. For more details call 847-721-0665.

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Library holds winter reading program through March 19

3/1/2017 - 3/19/2017

POLSON — Keep the winter blues away by escaping with a good book (or seven). The North Lake County Public Library is holding a winter reading program for adults and teens. You can stop into the library beginning Wednesday, Dec. 21, to pick up your Bingo-style reading log or print it from our Facebook page. Successfully complete seven squares on your winter Bingo card and then cards will be entered into a drawing in April. The winter reading program will run from Dec. 21-March 19. If you have any questions, stop by, message us on Facebook, or give us a call at 406-883- 8225.

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Polson Chamber meets

3/1/2017

POLSON — Polson Chamber general meeting and luncheon is scheduled for Wednesday, March 1, at the KwaTaqNuk Resort in Polson from 12-1 p.m. The meeting’s speaker will be from The Flathead Lake Biological Station.   For more information call 406- 883-5969.

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Thursday, March 2

Anderson Broadcasting to address Kiwanis Club

3/2/2017

POLSON — The Polson Kiwanis Club will meet March 2 at KwaTaqNuk Resort, Koostatah Room from noon-1 p.m. Our speakers will be Dennis Anderson and Brian Miskimis from Anderson Broadcasting. Anyone is welcome to attend so please join us.

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Read about how dinosaurs say ‘Happy Birthday’

3/2/2017

POLSON — North Lake County Library presents Story Time on Thursdays for 3-5 year olds at 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. The one-hour program includes reading, rhymes, and crafts. This week’s story theme is “How do Dinosaurs Say Happy Birthday?”

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Friday, March 3

Sandpiper Gallery holds reception

3/3/2017

POLSON — A reception will be held on Friday, March 3, from 5-7 p.m. for artists exhibiting work in the Sandpiper Gallery’s show, “Everything Happens For A Reason.”

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