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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 26

Kindergarten readiness program ‘Storytime’ held twice weekly

4/26/2025

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. The theme this week is gardening flowers.

Tags:  Polson   Polson library  

Wednesday, April 30

Learn about Flathead Lake at the library

4/30/2025

POLSON - On Wednesday, April 30, from 4-5 p.m.: “What Lives in Our Lake?” join the North Lake County Public Library for an interactive kid’s program presented by a Flathead Lake Biological Station educator and discover the amazing plants and creatures that live in our lake. This program is geared toward 1st-5th grade students, but everyone is welcome.  

 

Learn Montana history at library

4/30/2025

POLSON - On Wednesday, April 30, from 2:30-3:30 p.m.: “Queen Elizabeth I Time Travels to Montana” at the North Lake County Public Library. Artist Leslie Van Stavern Millar III dresses in period costume and brings a selection of her three-dimensional sci-fi alternative history art works and the Montana Peepshow Story Boxes that depict time travel episodes of Queen Elizabeth I. She will tell stories of Montana history from the perspective of the time-travelling Queen. 

Thursday, May 1

Join Toddler Time

5/1/2025

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

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Friday, May 2

Mother Goose held at library

5/2/2025

POLSON - Mother Goose is held on Fridays at 10 a.m. at the North Lake County Public Library. Join them in this interactive program for 0-24 month old children. 

Enjoy rhyming books, finger plays, nursery gymes and songs along with interactive activities for caregivers and their little ones.

Saturday, May 3

Business Pulse happens at Polson City Hall

5/3/2025

POLSON - Description: Polson City Hall Business Pulse and Job Fair takes place at Polson City Hall, Police and Fire Stations, library. Explore opportunities in law enforcement, firefighting, and more. Enjoy both indoor and outdoor activities featuring local officials at noon.

Fellowship Fitness Fun Run held in Polson

5/3/2025

Fellowship Fitness will hold a FunRun on May 3 starting at 9 a.m. See the link for the route and registration. Also, visit our Facebook page for more details and to see our community. Our mission is to foster a healthier community by providing free fitness classes that promote wellness and empowerment for all. We believe in making fitness accessible to everyone, inspiring individuals to lead healthier, more active lives. Fellowship Fitness operates entirely on donations, and while we do have overhead costs, neither our board members nor instructors receive payment for their time. I founded this organization with a clear mission: to eliminate the two biggest obstacles preventing people from achieving their health and wellness goals—cost and intimidation. Almost three years in, we've been voted Best Place to Workout in Polson two years in a row and thriving with over 200 members. We're excited to announce our first Fun Run, which we hope will become an annual tradition. This year, our fundraising goal is $25,000 to cover our remaining 2025 operational expenses. Any additional funds raised will go toward securing a dedicated space, as we currently share facilities with another organization. Go to:https://runsignup.com/Race/MT/Polson/FellowshipFitness for more information.

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Wednesday, May 7

Library closes for the day

5/7/2025

POLSON - The North Lake County Public Library and the Joyful Cup will be closed on Wednesday, May7, for staff development.

 

Thursday, May 8

‘Storytime’ held twice weekly

5/8/2025

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. The theme for this week is “Mothers Day.”

 

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Celebrate Cinco de Mayo

5/8/2025

POLSON - Break out your Corona! It’s a Cinco de Mayo Mexican themed dinner at the Masumola Club. Hosts will bring fixings for tacos, enchilada casserole, a corn casserole and chips and salsa. Tom Bansak from the Flathead Lake Bio Station will give a presentation. Join your hosts on May 8 at 5:45 p.m. for social hour, meal, and meeting at the Masumola Clubhouse. Suggested Food Distribution: A – H salad or veggie; I  – O hot dish; P - Z dessert. Please RSVP to: colleenkbone@gmail.com

Tags:  Polson   Masumola Club  

Give blood

5/8/2025

POLSON - From 11 a.m.-4 p.m. on Thursday, May 8, at the Red Lion Inn, a blood drive will be held by the American Red Cross in honor of Lucille Richwine. To schedule an appointment call 406-883-2620.

 

Tags:  Polson   Red Cross  

Join Toddler Time

5/8/2025

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  

Learn what to plant when

5/8/2025

POLSON - The North Lake County Public Library will host Patrick Mangan, agriculture extension educator, on Thursday, May 8, at 4 p.m. for “The Climate Behind Gardening: What to Plant When.” Learn what and when to plant and the species of plants to avoid planting. This presentation will take place in the library’s community room.

Learn what to plant when

5/8/2025

POLSON - The North Lake County Public Library will host Patrick Mangan, agriculture extension educator, on Thursday, May 8, at 4 p.m. for “The Climate Behind Gardening: What to Plant When.” Learn what and when to plant and the species of plants to avoid planting. This presentation will take place in the library’s community room.

Friday, May 9

Fishy art show, more held

5/9/2025

POLSON -  Sandpiper Art Gallery & Gifts a non-juried open art show celebrating the charm of aquatic life will include paintings, sculptures, jewelry, and crafts from Monday, May 5. until Friday, June 20. A reception will take place on Friday, May 9, from 5-7 p.m. at the Gallery. 

 

Laugh, play at library

5/9/2025

POLSON - Game Club invites you to laugh and play with friends on the second Friday of each month at the Polson Library. Doors open at 4 p.m. and all middle and high school students are invited. We play until 5:30 p.m.

Tags:  Polson   Polson library  

State Auditor to speakat Pachyderm meeting

5/9/2025

POLSON - The next Pachyderm meeting is on Friday, May 9, at noon at the Polson Rural Fire Station, 25 Regatta Road, which is on the north side of the Polson bridge. Our guest speaker for this meeting will be Montana State Auditor, James Brown. James will provide updates about our state and be available to answer questions.

 

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