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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

 

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.

 

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.

 

Experience ‘Lights under the Big Sky’

RONAN — On Saturday, Dec. 11, “Lights Under the Big Sky” will provide fun and entertainment for residents of the Mission Valley at the Ronan Fairgrounds from 5-9 p.m. There will be holiday lights displays; family activities and Santa.

 

Faith Lutheran to hold Advent, Christmas Eve services

RONAN - Faith Lutheran Church, 406 5th Ave. SW, will hold Advent services on Wednesdays, Dec. 4, 11, and 18, at 7 p.m. and a Christmas Candlelight service on Dec. 24, at 4 p.m.

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Wednesday, April 2

Library closed until 1 p.m.

4/2/2025

POLSON - The North Lake County Public Library will be closed until 1 p.m. on Wednesday, April 2, for staff training. The Joyful Cup will remain open from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. and you may order at the outside window.

Polson Public forum held

4/2/2025

POLSON - A public safety forum will be held on Wednesday, April 2, at 8:30 a.m. at the City Hall. This is a good opportunity for folks to hear about public safety in Polson and to speak with the Chief. 

Tags:  Polson   Polson City Hall  

Thursday, April 3

Join Toddler Time

4/3/2025

POLSON - The Polson Library invites 2-3 year olds to ready active stories, dance and sing on Thursdays at 10 a.m.

Tags:  Polson  

Kindergarten readiness held twice weekly

4/3/2025

POLSON - Polson Library’s kindergarten readiness program for 3-5 year olds includes stories, songs and crafts and takes place every Thursday and Saturday at 2 p.m. Go to the library website for theme announcements and socials information.

Tuesday, April 8

Join Pixel and Page

4/8/2025

POLSON - Join Pixel and Page a homeschool teen hangout for ages 9 to 15 on Tuesday, April 8, at 1 p.m. Take a deep dive into The Inheritance Games and unravel the riddles of Hawthorne House. There’s mystery, money and mind games.

 

Wednesday, April 9

Dementia Friendly Programming introduced

4/9/2025

POLSON - The North Lake County Public Library will present an introduction to the library’s Dementia Friendly Programming on April 9 at 10:30 a.m. in the Community Room. 

There will be a demonstration of the new Lucynt Magic Table, show n’ tell of new resources that support the aging journey, comraderie and snacks.

 

MT Co-Lab for Civic Imagination brings ‘State of Mind’ to Polson

4/9/2025

POLSON - The University of Montana’s Co-Lab for Civic Imagination brings its exciting theatre program, State of Mind, to Polson on April 9.

State of Mind is a unique and engaging theatre and public dialogue event that is touring to over twenty (primarily rural) Montana communities from Sept. 2024 to May 2026. 

The project consists of a free theatre performance for the general public on April 9, at 6:30 p.m., at the Polson High School Library, with workshops taking place there earlier in the day. The workshops will inspire a portion of the performance, ensuring that Polson’s residents’ voices and ideas are a part of the performance 

Thursday, April 10

Cherry Valley Kindergarten Roundup planned

4/10/2025

POLSON — Students turning 5 on or before Sept. 10, 2025, can register for the ‘25/‘26 kindergarten year at Cherry Valley Elementary from 4-7 p.m. on April 10 or from 9 a.m.- 1 p.m. Bring guardian ID, proof of Polson residency, child’s birth certificate, child’s vaccination record and Tribal paperwork if applicable.

Tags:  Polson schools   Polson  

Italian dinner served at Masumola Club

4/10/2025

 

POLSON - The Masumola Club meets April 10 … No foolin’! It’s an Italian dinner hosted by Jane and Mike Mitchel. RSVP to: jgmitch4@gmail.com  or call Jane at 509-378-2568. Festivities begin at 5:45 p.m. Suggested food distribution: A-H Hot Dish; I-O Dessert; P-Z Salad or Vegetable.

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Join Toddler Time

4/10/2025

POLSON - The Polson Library invites 2-3 year olds to ready active stories, dance and sing on Thursdays at 10 a.m.

Tags:  Polson   Polson library  

Kindergarten readiness held twice weekly

4/10/2025

POLSON - Polson Library’s kindergarten readiness program for 3-5 year olds includes stories, songs and crafts and takes place every Thursday and Saturday at 2 p.m. Go to the library website for theme announcements.

Public ‘State of Mind’ at library

4/10/2025

POLSON - State of Mind visits North Lake County Public Library on April 10 at 8:30 a.m. for a community meeting. This will be an opportunity for people to reflect on the workshops and performances, and to discuss potential action and engagement around mental health in Polson. 

Friday, April 11

Game Club held at library

4/11/2025

POLSON - Middle and high school students are invited to the Polson library every second Friday of the month for Game Club, where you can laugh and play with friends. Doors open at 4 p.m.

Pachyderms to meet

4/11/2025

POLSON - Lake County Pachyderm will meet on Friday, April 11, at noon. Guest speaker will be Montana District Judge Molly Owen. Molly will speak about the 20th Judicial Court Adult Treatment Court and the mental health crisis we are currently facing. The meeting will be held at the Polson Rural Fire Station located at 25 Regatta Road.

Pre-K Round Up held at Cherry Valley

4/11/2025

POLSON — Students turning 4 on or before Sept. 10, 2005, can register for Pre-K (LEAP) on Thursday, April 10 from 4-7 p.m. or Friday, April 11, from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Call 406-883-6333 to schedule an appointment. There are only 30 spots available. Bring guardian ID, proof of Polson residency, child’s birth certificate, child’s vaccination record and Tribal paperwork if applicable.

Tags:  Polson schools   Polson  

Saturday, April 12

Join book discussion

4/12/2025

POLSON - Join The Bookfest Club on Saturday, April 12. Go to the North Lake County Public Library ‘s Community Room for a book discussion about “Anxious People.” Coffee and tea will be available from The Joyful Cup. Stop by the front desk or call 406-883-8225 to sign up.

Storytime’ held twice weekly

4/12/2025

POLSON - Polson Library’s kindergarten readiness program for 3-5 year olds includes stories, songs and crafts and takes place every Thursday and Saturday at 2 p.m. This week’s theme is colors.

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