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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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Thursday, April 4

Senior center offers drivers’ safety class

4/4/2013

POLSON — On April 4, a drivers’ safety class will be conducted at the Polson Area Senior Center from 8:30 a.m.-11 a.m. and 1 p.m.-3 p.m. Please call (406) 883-4735 for a reservation.

 

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Sunday, April 7

Accordion jam dates set

4/7/2013 - 5/27/2013

POLSON — The Northwest Accordion Association’s regular jams will be held from 2-5:30 p.m. on April 7, May 5 and June 2, at the Elks in Polson.

 

 

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Tuesday, April 9

‘Thyme for Herbs’ group to discuss spring planting

4/9/2013

POLSON — The next gathering of the “Thyme for Herbs Group” will be Tuesday, April 9, at 7 p.m. at the North Lake County Spring is a great time to be watching for nature’s wonders and April is the time to prepare your planting areas. If you have questions, please call  (406) 319-2446.

 

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Wednesday, April 10

Association for blind to meet

4/10/2013

 

POLSON — The Montana Association for the Blind will meet on April 10 at the Polson Senior Citizens’ Center at 1 p.m. Come early and have lunch.

 

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Thursday, April 11

Deadline approaches for 'Let’s Control It' alcohol training

4/11/2013

POLSON — Western Montana Addiction Services will be holding a “Responsible Alcohol Sales and Service” training on April 11, from 9 a.m. to noon at WMAS,  802 Main St., suite C, in Polson. The cost of materials for the training is $15. The “Let’s Control It” curriculum is approved as a state-mandated RASS training by the Montana Dept. of Revenue and participants will receive a certificate of completion. For more information or to register, please call (406) 532-9146, (406) 532-9149 or email rwetzel@wmmhc.org. Please register by April 10.

 

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Deadline approaches for 'Let’s Control It' alcohol training

4/11/2013

POLSON — Western Montana Addiction Services will be holding a “Responsible Alcohol Sales and Service” training on April 11, from 9 a.m. to noon at WMAS,  802 Main St., suite C, in Polson. The cost of materials for the training is $15. The “Let’s Control It” curriculum is approved as a state-mandated RASS training by the Montana Dept. of Revenue and participants will receive a certificate of completion.

For more information or to register, please call (406) 532-9146, (406) 532-9149 or email rwetzel@wmmhc.org. Please register by April 10.

 

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Friendship, program offered at Masumola Club

4/11/2013

POLSON — The Masumola Club meeting will be held Thursday, April 11, at the clubhouse. The social gathering begins at 5:45 p.m., the potluck is at 6:30 p.m. and the program is at 7 p.m. The clubhouse is located on Masumola Road. Anyone in the community of Polson and the surrounding area is invited to attend this meeting as a guest or to join the club and enjoy friendship, meetings and interesting programs. The only requirement for new guests is to bring your own utensils and a dish to pass if you wish. For membership information contact Irene Marchello at (406) 883-6184.

 

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Learn to preserve the past

4/11/2013

POLSON — North Lake County Public Library in Polson is hosting a free Preservation Workshop on Thursday, April 11. Experts from the Montana Historical Society and Montana Memory Project, along with local museums, will present information about preserving our past.  Learn how to identify, preserve and protect old photographs and documents, access the Montana Memory Project, and much more.

The workshop is from 1–3 p.m. in the library meeting room.  Everyone is welcome. Please call or visit the circulation desk to register for the free event. 

The library is located at 2 First Ave. E. and can be reached at (406) 883-8225.

 

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Friday, April 12

All invited to April Friendship Table dinner

4/12/2013

POLSON — A free dinner is offered at Polson Presbyterian Church on April 12. The April Friendship Table dinner is from 5-7 p.m. Polson Presbyterian Church is located across from the Linderman School. We will be serving up some great food and dessert too.   

Come join us; this invitation is open to all.

 

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Speaker to discuss disaster preparedness

4/12/2013

POLSON — On Friday, April 12, at the Lake County Pachyderm Club meeting, Steve Stanley, emergency manager for Lake County, will discuss how well prepared we would be if a serious emergency happened right here in our own community. His topic will be “Emergency Management/Disaster Preparedness: where we were and where we are.” Lake County Pachyderm Club meets at the rural Polson Fire Hall on Regatta Road west of Polson. The social time begins at 11:30 a.m.; brown bag lunches are encouraged. The business meeting begins at noon and adjourns at 1 p.m. Everyone is welcome.

 

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Saturday, April 13

Magic performed for all kids

4/13/2013

BIG ARM — Please join us at the Historic Big Arm School for a fun event on Saturday, April 13, at 1 p.m. The Big Arm Association is sponsoring a Magic Show by Ken Avison for kids from 2 to 102. Refreshments will be served. Hope to see you there. For further information, please contact Nancy Foster at (406) 849-5064.

 

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Monday, April 15

Democrats prepare for midterm elections

4/15/2013

POLSON — Lake County Democrats invite the public to the 2013 Democratic Convention to elect the central committee that will prepare for the 2014 midterm elections. Join us April 15 from 6:30-9 p.m. at the North County Library. See you all there.

 

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Donated food forgives fines

4/15/2013 - 4/20/2013

POLSON — North Lake County Public Library in Polson is offering its traditional “Food for Fines” during National Library Week, April 15-20.

Patrons with overdue items or fines on their cards are encouraged to bring one item of canned or packaged food to the circulation desk for each book/CD/DVD, etc. that is late. Fines will be waived. Forgiveness of fines does not include lost or damaged items.

All food contributions will be donated to the Polson Loaves and Fish Food Pantry.

North Lake County Public Library is located at 2 First Ave., E. Please call (406) 883-8225 or go to: northlakecountylibrary.org for further information.

 

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Regular meeting of Polson school board set

4/15/2013

POLSON — The regular school board meeting for Polson School District 23 is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. on Monday, April 15, at the district office, 111 Fourth Ave., E.

 

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Tuesday, April 16

Audubon Society to examine Louisiana wetlands

4/16/2013

POLSON — “Louisiana’s Costal Wetlands: Treasure and Tragedy” by Dennis Lichtenberg will be the next evening program of the Mission Mountain Audubon Society on Tuesday, April 16 at 7 p.m. in the Polson Library meeting room. Everyone is welcome.

 

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Audubon Society to examine Louisiana wetlands

4/16/2013

POLSON — “Louisiana’s Coastal Wetlands: Treasure and Tragedy” by Dennis Lichtenberg will be the next evening program of the Mission Mountain Audubon Society on Tuesday, April 16, at 7 p.m. in the Polson Library meeting room. Everyone is welcome.

 

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Author, treats to entice attendees

4/16/2013

POLSON — Enjoy a spring evening downtown with author of “Biting Back,” Claudia Cunningham. Claudia will be enticing us with a reading and book signing at Treasure State Mercantile, 215 Main St. on Tuesday, April 16, at 6 p.m. Attendees beware; bite-size treats and other surprises await. For more information, call (406) 883 8040.

 

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