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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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Monday, May 13

Republican women talk National politics

5/13/2019

POLSON — The Lake County Republican Women’s group will meet at the Polson Rural Fire Hall on Monday, May 13, at 6:30 p.m. Heidi Roedel, president of the Montana Federation of Republican Women, will speak on what is happening at the national level, and how we can work together to better serve our candidates. She will also speak about the upcoming state MTFFR convention. Community members are encouraged to attend. For information call Penny Jarecki at 406-883- 2248 or Sjaan Vincentat 406-644-2863.

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Tuesday, May 14

Consider Rotary meeting for good conversation

5/14/2019

POLSON —The Polson Rotary Club will have its monthly open-social hour at the Perfect Shot on Main Street on Tuesday, May 14, at 5:30 p.m. Anyone interested in Rotary or good conversation is welcome. Rotary’s regular weekly meeting is on Tuesday, at 12:15 p.m., usually at the KwaTaqNuk Resort. The club is considering sponsoring a satellite club that would meet in the mornings or evenings, at least twice a month. A minimum of eight members is needed to meet requirements of Rotary International. Ronan is also being considered as a possibility for a satellite location. Please contact Larry Peltz at: peltzlb@ gmail.com, for more information.

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Learn embroidery

5/14/2019

POLSON — The North Lake County Library continues its popular Needle Arts Series with embroidery classes every Tuesday in May from 2-3 p.m. On May 14 learn cross stitching.

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Wednesday, May 15

Dance in Polson

5/15/2019

POLSON — Please join us for the community dance at the Elks on Main Street on Wednesday, May 15, from 7-10 p.m. in the ballroom. Music is by Ken’s Country Combo, playing a variety of country and vintage rock and roll. Ken Kenmille is on guitar and a vocalist; Richard Tobel plays lead guitar; Liz Steele is on accordion; and our southern singer is Betty Carter. Coffee and water is provided in the ballroom. You can purchase drinks, soft drinks and bottled water in the bar. Everyone is welcome and no Elks membership is required. The cover charge is $5. If you come early you can buy a great burger from the Elks. Come and check us out.

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Learn about Peru

5/15/2019

POLSON — Join the North Lake County Library’s Wiggle Worms program at 3:30 p.m. and learn about Peru.

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Friday, May 17

Theatre on haunt alert through May 26

5/17/2019 - 5/26/2019

POLSON — We aren’t kidding folks; Polson’s live theatre on the lake is on haunt alert. Come see for yourselves May 17-26. “The Phantom of Singing Hills” may attack at any minute. Desiree Alexander and Megan Stevens and the rest of the cast will perform this musical mystery laced with comedy and a down-home western flair. Call 406-883-9212 or go to: PortPolsonPlayers.com for more information … before it’s too late!

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Sunday, May 19

Pastor, Rabbi provide presentation

5/19/2019

POLSON — “ A Community’s Response to Hate,” a presentation by former pastor of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church David Rommereim, and Rabbi Allen Secher of Whitefish where the Jewish Community experienced a cyber attack. The community is invited for the May 19 presentation at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 409 Fourth Ave. E. The event begins at 10:15 a.m. after regular services.

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Tuesday, May 21

Learn embroidery

5/21/2019

POLSON — The North Lake County Library continues its popular Needle Arts Series with embroidery classes every Tuesday in May from 2- 3 p.m. On May 21 learn the art of crewel.

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Wednesday, May 22

Meet, greet at Polson Airport

5/22/2019

POLSON — The Wednesday, May 22, EAA Chapter 1122 meet and greet/“Burger Burn,” is open to all interested in airplanes, learning to fly, or participating in local aviation events or fly-outs. Come join us at our meet and greet meeting with burgers. We meet at the Polson airport FBO at 6 p.m. for burgers. Meeting begins at 6:30 p.m.

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Whitefish Credit Union details ‘Shred Day’

5/22/2019

POLSON — The Polson Whitefish Credit Union, (110 Third Ave.), will hold their annual “Shred Day” on Wednesday, May 22, from 11 a.m.–1 p.m. Our Shred Day event is free to all Credit Union members and the public. Bring any unwanted paper documents, especially ones containing personal and confidential information, to one of our event locations to have your materials safely and securely destroyed on-site at no charge. Shredding is first come, first served. When the trucks are full, shredding will no longer be available. For more information go to our Facebook event page: https:// www.facebook.com/ events/305534380139863.

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Thursday, May 23

Color with adults

5/23/2019

POLSON — The North Lake County Library continues with adult coloring with “Travel Across America Color by Number,” Thursday, May 23, from 2-4 p.m.

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Friday, May 24

Family-friendly movie shown at library

5/24/2019

POLSON — Bring your own non-alcoholic beverages and snacks to the North Lake County Library on May 24. The library will provide popcorn while you enjoy a family-friendly movie at 6 p.m. Don’t be late as the doors get locked. Check the library’s website for movie specifics at: http:// www.northlakecountylibrary.org/. Also, the North Lake County Public Library will be closed on Monday, May 27 for the Memorial Day holiday.

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