Events with the tag: Polson
Saturday, June 15
TERS class of 2003 welcomes families, staff to reunion
POLSON — Two Eagle River School’s class of 2003 will hold a reunion on Saturday, June 15, at Boettcher Park in Polson. A potluck barbecue will start at noon (bring your favorite dish), followed by a volleyball tournament and more events to be announced. Families and TERS staff are welcome to attend. For more information, check out 2003 TERS Class Reunion event on Facebook or call Chrissie Ewing at TERS at (406) 675-0292.
Sunday, June 16
Join the twentieth anniversary celebration
POLSON — Polson Community Church welcomes you to their twentieth anniversary celebration on Sunday, June 16, beginning at 10 a.m. and concluding with a light lunch. The Polson Community Church is located at 1814 First St., E. Call (406) 883-0260, for more information.
Piano recital to be held at St. Andrews
POLSON — On June 16 at 4 p.m., Rachael and Josiah Pettit of Ronan will perform on the Yamaha grand piano at St. Andrews Church in Polson. Ages 17 and 15, Rachael and Josiah are the children of Jim and Shirley Pettit, who play as a family for dances throughout the valley as The Little Big Band. The two are students of Trish Tavenner and will perform pieces by Chopin, Schubert, and Debussy. The recital is open to the public and refreshments will be served afterwards. St. Andrews is located at 110 Sixth Ave. and their phone number is (406) 883 5524. Steven Yurosko is the pastor.
Monday, June 17
Summer science camp starts
POLSON — A summer science camp full of messy-fun science experiments and other activities is being offered June 17-20. The camp takes place from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at Linderman Elementary School. Lunch and snacks are included. For more information or for a registration application, call Francy at (406) 471-2398 or email her at: francyfun@yahoo.com
Wednesday, June 19
Celebrate with country music at community dance
POLSON — Western night at the Elks takes place on Wednesday, June 19, from 7-9 p.m. Time to once again celebrate with our country finery and our songs. Come one and all – bring friends and join the fun. Ken’s Country Combo plays the tunes and requests are welcome. Treats have been excellent and are so welcome.
Environmental issues presented at democrats’ meeting
POLSON — Daerf Johnson, staff member for the Environmental Information Center, will present an overview of several major environmental issues currently facing Montana citizens, including the Keystone Pipeline, Otter Creek coal development (which has the potential of becoming the largest coal mine in the United States), and the expansion of other mining operations in Southeast Montana. His presentation, followed by a question and answer period, is being sponsored by the Lake County Democrats and will be held in conjunction with the monthly meeting at the Polson Senior Citizens Center, 504 Third Ave., Wednesday, June 19, from 7-9 p.m. Everyone is welcome.
Thursday, June 20
Historical Society to meet
POLSON — The public is invited to join and attend the 10 a.m. meeting of the Flathead Reservation Area Historical Society on Thursday, June 20. The meeting will be held at the Lake County Courthouse’s large conference room. Payment of $25 membership fees will allow voting at this meeting. Local museums and library boards are invited to participate and present their capabilities to archive research materials. A book signing will follow the meeting.
Polson Heart and Soul gathers neighbors again
POLSON — Polson Heart and Soul continues its neighborhood gatherings Thursday, June 20, from 6-8:30 p.m. People of all ages are welcome to attend, with special emphasis for those living around the Turtle Lake neighborhood. Fun, good conversation and a free dinner are planned and babysitting services are available.
The neighborhood gathering will take place on the second floor of Total Screen Design located at 40735 Highway 35, Polson.
Polson Heart and Soul project is holding approximately 20 of these gatherings to find out what you think about Polson. Folks are invited to engage in a friendly conversation with your neighbors, ultimately to help develop a stronger, healthier Polson while preserving the best. You are invited to let your views be heard and to listen to what others have to say on a variety of topics.
The schedule of activities includes dinner from 6-6:30 p.m.; small group conversations within groups of three, 6:30-7:30; and sharing with discussion led by Polson Heart and Soul staff from 7:30-8:30 p.m. Come join your neighbors and visit about the future of Polson.
To help ensure adequate food and babysitting services, please RSVP to polsonheartsoul@montanasky.net or call (406) 250-3498.
Second volume of Lake County School history to be presented
POLSON — The long-awaited book, “Lake County School History Volume II,” subtitled, “Once in Flathead County: Many Districts Become One,” will be presented on the third floor of the Lake County Courthouse in the large conference room on June 20, from 1:30-4:30 p.m. Author Joyce Decker Wegner, several co-authors, including Glenn Timm, will be on-hand. The general public may purchase books at this time and enjoy a cup of coffee and cookies.
The 608 pages book has hundreds of pictures and stories and sells for $29.95. Pre-paid orders may be picked up. Volume I, “Once in Missoula County: One Large District Becomes Many,” will also be available for purchase.
SPLASH happens at new Sears store
POLSON —Support Polson Late Afternoon Social Hour will take place on Thursday, June 20, from 5-7 p.m. Your host will be the new Sears store located at 214 First St., E. See you there.
Saturday, June 22
Celebrate the Cove Deli anniversary
POLSON — Join the Cove Deli and Pizzeria on June 22 to celebrate their 10th anniversary. Festivities will include a live broadcast from Anderson Broadcasting and magical entertainment for all ages. (More details to come.) Call Ken at (406) 883-0444 or (406) 883-0434.
Honor Guard plans ribeye dinner, silent auction
POLSON — The Veterans’ Honor Guard will hold a fundraising dinner and silent auction on Saturday, June 22, at the Elks Lodge (B.P.O.E) in Polson. Dinner begins at 6 p.m. and the silent auction ends at 8 p.m. Dinner tickets are $15 and includes: grilled ribeye steak, baked potato, vegetable and salad. All donated items qualify for a tax deduction under IRS Section 501 c 3.
Sons of Norway to meet
POLSON — Sons of Norway, do you have a Viking in your family tree? Are you interested in Scandinavian culture? Do you want to know what Sankt Hans Aften means? Stop by and visit with us as we celebrate Sankt Hans Aften. We’ll barbecue hot dogs at Boettcher Park in Polson between 12:30-3:30 on Saturday, June 22.
Monday, June 24
NAMI presents personal stories of mental illness
POLSON — The Mission Valley chapter of NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) will be hosting an “In Our Own Voice” presentation at 7 p.m. on June 24 at the Polson Library conference room. Trained speakers will share video and personal stories of living with mental illness and working in recovery. For more information, call Lorri at (406) 644-3027.
Thursday, June 27
Baptist Church to serve free dinner
POLSON — On Thursday, June 27, from 6-7:30 p.m. there will be a free community dinner put on by Fellowship Baptist Church, located at the corner of Main and Seventh Ave., East. For more information, call (406) 883-0800.
South Shore neighborhood to gather with Heart and Soul
POLSON — Polson Heart and Soul continues its neighborhood gatherings on Thursday, June 27, from 6-8:30 p.m. Everyone of all ages is welcome to attend, with special emphasis for those living around the South Shore neighborhood. Fun, good conversation and a free dinner are planned and babysitting services are available.
The neighborhood gathering will take place at the Polson Bay Golf Course Club House, (lower level), 111 Bay View Drive.
Polson Heart and Soul project is holding approximately 20 of these gatherings to find out what you think about Polson. Folks are invited to engage in a friendly conversation with neighbors, ultimately to help develop a stronger, healthier Polson while preserving the best. You are invited to let your views be heard and to listen to what others have to say on a variety of topics.
Activities include dinner from 6–6:30 p.m., small group conversations within groups of three from 6:30–7:30; and sharing with a discussion led by Polson Heart and Soul staff from 7:30-8:30 p.m. Come join your neighbors and visit about the future of Polson.
To help ensure adequate food and babysitting services, please RSVP topolsonheartsoul@montanasky.net or call (406) 250-3498.
Transportation committee to discuss routes
POLSON — The Lake County School Transportation Committee will meet Thursday, June 27, at 10 a.m. in the large conference room of the Lake County Courthouse. Adjustments needed in bus routes will be discussed. Guests are welcome. For further information, contact Michelle Wood, Lake County Superintendent of Schools, at (406) 883-7262.
Friday, June 28
Book sales to help Relay for Life
POLSON — Good Shepherd Lutheran Church is having a used book sale on June 28 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. in front of the Hairport Salon located at Third Ave., W. in Polson. All proceeds will go to Relay for Life. If you need any more information, call (406) 471-2554.
Multiple fundraisers scheduled to raise money for fireworks show
POLSON — There will be a boot drive/firecracker fundraiser on Friday, June 28; the Marine Corps league will hold a boot drive fundraiser on Saturday, June 29; and that evening there will be a 50/50 fundraiser at the rodeo; all to raise funds for the 4th of July fireworks show in Polson. The Polson Chamber of Commerce will hold a bake sale at the chamber office on the 4th of July from 10 a.m. until noon.
NRA Rodeo begins with mutton bustin’
POLSON — The Mission Mountain NRA Rodeo will be presented and produced by Polson Fairgrounds, Inc. and will be held Friday, June 28 and Saturday, June 29 beginning at 7 p.m. each evening with youth mutton bustin’ and youth miniature bull riding followed by the Grand Entry.
Pachyderm group invites CPA to speak about taxes
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, June 28, meeting of the Lake County Pachyderm Club. Kero is a 1973 graduate of the University of Montana with a degree in Business Administration and a major in accounting.
Anyone interested is cordially invited. The meeting begins with a social time at 11:30 a.m. 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.
Pet, rodeo parades make their way down Main Street
POLSON — At 11 a.m. on Friday, June 28, watch the Rodeo Parade and the Children’s Pet Parade (yes, dress up your pets) in downtown Polson. All children participating with their favorite pet will receive a free ticket to Saturday’s rodeo. The children are to meet at Riverside Park at 10:30 a.m. Contact the Polson Chamber of Commerce at (406) 883-5969 or Sharon Procopio at (406) 261-2861.