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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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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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Wednesday, April 17

Dance your tax woes away

4/17/2013

POLSON — Have you survived tax day? Are you now a “poor person?" We know how to raise your fun level. Just come out and dance at the Elks on April 17. Ken’s Country Combo will entertain everyone with delightful tunes. Keep the treats coming in; they are wonderful. All your friends will be there from 7-10 p.m. We will see you there. 

 

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Fire board meeting changed

4/17/2013

POLSON — The April meeting for the Polson Rural Fire Board has been changed to April 17 at 7 p.m. at the Fairgrounds Fire Station. 

 

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Thursday, April 18

Board announces meeting

4/18/2013

POLSON —The Polson board of trustees has scheduled a special board meeting for Thursday, April 18, at 5:30 p.m. in the Polson schools’ district office, 111 4th Ave. E.  

 

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Nifty Thrifty hosts SPLASH

4/18/2013

POLSON — Support Polson Late Afternoon Social Hour will be held Thursday, April 18, from 5 p.m.-7 p.m. Your host will be Nifty Thrifty at 417 Main St. in Polson. See you there.

 

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Friday, April 19

Cowboy ball proceeds to benefit fairgrounds

4/19/2013

POLSON — Polson Fairgrounds Inc. will hold its 23rd annual Cowboy Ball, dinner and auction on Friday, April 19, under the big tent at the Polson Fairgrounds. No host cocktails and silent auction begin at 5:30 p.m., dinner is at 6:30 p.m., and the live auction is at 7:30 p.m. Dancing will follow featuring Southern Comfort Band. Tickets cost $40 and include one free beer or glass of wine.  For tickets and information, call (406) 883-1100. Proceeds to benefit fairgrounds improvement. 

 

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Sunday, April 21

Mt. Calvary, Zion combine for one service

4/21/2013

POLSON — Congregations and friends of Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church and Zion Lutheran will join in one service at 9:30 a.m. in Polson (across from the high school) on April 21. Rev. Kyle Whaley serves both churches and shares his time between St. Ignatius and Polson. Following the worship service, a fellowship brunch has been planned.

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Tuesday, April 23

Daughters of the American Revolution to hold meeting

4/23/2013

POLSON — The Kuilix chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution will meet at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, April 23, at Kathleen Normandeau’s home in Polson. Refreshments will be served at 12:30 p.m. Her phone number is (406) 883-3826. Call her for directions. Prospective members are welcome. 

 

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Friday, April 26

Living history presentation on tap in Big Arm

4/26/2013

BIG ARM — The Historic School in Big Arm will host “Mrs. Woody’s Trunk full of Memories” with Jennie Pak, on Friday, April 26, at the monthly potluck. Social time starts at 5:30 p.m., the potluck is at 6 p.m. and the living history presentation is at 7 p.m. The presentation is free and open to the public. 

Jennie Pak will present this living history interpretation of Sarah Elizabeth Woody, one of Montana’s early pioneer women. 

For further information, please call (406) 849-6628.

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Tax expert to speak at Pachyderm meeting

4/26/2013

POLSON — “Taxes: Now and Near Future, current developments in income taxes and a forecast of upcoming tax changes” will be the topic of guest speaker, Walter J. Kero, at the Friday, April 26, meeting of the Lake County Pachyderm Club.

Kero is a certified public accountant with the accounting firm of Junkermier, Clark, Campanella, Stevens, P.C. in Missoula. He is a 1973 graduate of the University of Montana with a degree in business administration and a major in accounting. His career has been devoted to corporate financial management, tax return preparation (individual, partnership and corporate), auditing and he has been responsible for all aspects of a public accounting firm. He is also active in Missoula’s community life.

Anyone interested in this very timely subject is cordially invited to attend the meeting, which begins with a social time at 11:30 a.m.  The business meeting starts at noon and adjourns at 1 p.m. The meeting is held in the Polson Rural Fire Department Hall on Regatta Road west of the bridge in Polson.

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