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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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Friday, May 22

Energy expert addresses tax issues

5/22/2015

POLSON —  Brian Lipscomb, CEO, Energy Keepers, will talk about the Tribe’s purchase of Kerr Dam, the marketing of electricity, and how it may affect the tax base of Lake County and Polson School District. With Tribal ownership $978,179 will be removed from Lake County property taxes of which $619,847 supports the local schools where about 30 percent of the students are Native American. So far the Tribe has been circumspect about what they plan to do about the taxation issue. Energy Keepers has contracted with an out of state company to market their energy. As this Tribal owned energy moves across interstate transmission lines will it be subject to taxation as is other energy is a question that Lipscomb might address at noon at the Friday, May 22 meeting. Lake County Pachyderm meetings take place at the Polson Rural Fire Department building near the Fairgrounds at noon. Everyone is invited to attend.

 

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Purchase good stuff at Presbyterian sale

5/22/2015 - 5/23/2015

POLSON – Polson Presbyterian, at 301 Fourth Ave., E, is holding a sale on Friday and Saturday, May 22-23, from 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. There are dozens of donors and there will be something for everyone – good stuff. The Deacons are buying new padded chairs for the free Community Dinners every month.

 

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Reception for children’s artwork

5/22/2015

POLSON – Sandpiper member Heather Holmes will display a multi-media collection of Native American inspired art from art classes she taught with Cherry Valley and Linderman Elementary students including ledger art, totems, masks, mandalas, clay pots and sculptures. The show runs May 16-30. There will be a reception on Friday, May 22 from 5-7 p.m. Come in and show your support of our children.

 

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Saturday, May 23

Give yourself gift of health

5/23/2015 - 5/29/2015

POLSON — The Co-op and Get Well Clinic will host a weeklong juice fast from May 23 to May 29 at the Hub. Anyone who wants to feel stronger and get rid of toxins is invited to get healthier and give their bodies the greatest gift they can. Registration is to take place at the Spring Green event on May 9. Call (406) 887-2652 or go to: www.facebook.com/montanacoop?fref=ts to reserve your spot. 

 

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Monday, May 25

View annual Memorial Day parade

5/25/2015

POLSON – The annual Memorial Day parade will be held on Monday, May 25, starting at noon at the corner of Sixth Ave. and Main and end at First Citizens Bank. Following the parade there will be a ceremony at the Lake View Cemetery. Participation is open to all veterans. For more information, call 847-331-5518.

 

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Tuesday, May 26

Final ‘permaculture’ class offered

5/26/2015

POLSON – On Tuesday, May 26, from 7:30-9 p.m., the Montana Co-op, series explores species accumulations, food forests installation, and organizing for Lawers’ Nursery sale. This class takes place at the Montana Co-op, Polson 410 Main Street. There is no charge for the class but donations are accepted.

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Wednesday, May 27

Come dance at Elks

5/27/2015

POLSON — A community dance will be held from 7-10 p.m. Wednesday, May 27 at the Elks Hall in Polson. This week, it will be Heart to Heart entertaining. We love all the treats you are bringing to share. May is fast leaving us, so bring your friends, your company, and anyone else who just might enjoy a dance or two, and good music. 

 

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EAA Chapter 1122 to discuss annual Fly In

5/27/2015

POLSON – The Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 1122 in Polson will hold a May meeting at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 27, at the Polson Airport. 

The main point of discussion will be the annual Fly In Breakfast to be held on Sept. 12. 

Please bring ideas and suggestions. All interested pilots and aviation enthusiasts are welcome to attend this meeting. We hope to see you there.

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Meet other families at PAT Playgroup

5/27/2015

POLSON – The Lake County Health Department is sponsoring Parents as Teachers Playgroups two Wednesdays a month throughout the summer at the Polson Health Department, 802 Main Street.The first group will meet Wednesday, May 27, in the large conference room, from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Visit our Facebook page for more information: https://www.facebook.com/lakecountypat or call the Lake County Health Department at 406-883-7288.

 

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Suicide prevention group to host Phillips

5/27/2015

POLSON — Paul Phillips, project coordinator for Salish Kootenai College’s community health and development will be the presenter at the May 27 Partners in Suicide Prevention and Intervention meeting, to be held from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the third floor of the Polson Tribal Health Clinic. Phillips will share ideas for keeping youth physically, mentally and emotionally healthy through physical activity and good nutrition. A free lunch will be served. For more information, call Roxana Colman-Herak at 406-275-2700, ext. 6109.

 

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Thursday, May 28

Church yard sale supports camp

5/28/2015 - 5/29/2015

POLSON — Polson Foursquare Yard Sale to raise support to send children to summer camp will be held Thursday and Friday May 28-29 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, call 406-883-9347.

 

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Enjoy a free Italian dinner

5/28/2015

POLSON — A free community dinner will be served on Thursday, May 28, at 6 p.m. at the Fellowship Baptist Church, 2 Seventh Ave. E. There will be an Italian menu. All are welcome.

 

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Friday, May 29

Enjoy evening of local wine, art, live music

5/29/2015

POLSON — An evening of art, wine and live music will take place Friday, May 29 from 6-9 p.m. in the Bickford Building (old bookstore) at 220 Main Street in Polson. 

“Eternal Return” showcases the paintings, etchings and mono prints of artists Joan Staufer and Dana Berardinis.

Berardinis is also a local winemaker who uses 100 percent local and organic fruit. The wines will be served with appetizers. For more information, call 406-270-9406.

 

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Free varicose vein talk at Polson Health

5/29/2015

POLSON — Some 25 million Americans face a daily struggle with the swollen, ropey veins that can cause throbbing pain, severe swelling, and heavy, tired legs. Fortunately, minimally invasive advances are having a revolutionary impact on the treatment of varicose veins. Join David Fortenberry, MD, FACS, from Northwest Montana Surgical Associates, for an informational discussion on Friday, May 29 from 1:30-2:30 p.m. Please RSVP to 406-752-5000. Refreshments will be served. Polson Health is located at 106 Ridgewater behind O’Reilly’s Auto Parts and across from Walmart.

 

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Kids Co-op hosts band

5/29/2015

POLSON — Montana Kids Co-op presents an evening of music and food as they host the Native American band WarCry on Friday, May 29 from 5-10 p.m. Admission is $5 for all ages. The Montana Co-op is located at 401 Main Street.

 

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Monday, June 1

Sandpiper Gallery presents new show 6/1 through 7/11

6/1/2015 - 7/11/2015

POLSON –– The Sandpiper Gallery presents the “Sky Above Us,” a show of Sandpiper member artists Sue Arneson (paintings), Jan Brooks (beaded tapestries), Marge Hendricks (paintings), Larry Kjorvestadt (photography), Jeff Morrow (leather work), with invited artists Chelsea Lipscomb (painting/sculpture) and Kelly Price (potter/sculpture) from June 1-July 11.

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Tuesday, June 2

Be bear aware

6/2/2015

POLSON — Mission Valley Back Country Horsemen will be having their monthly meeting on Tuesday, June 2 at 7:30 p.m. at the VFW on Round Butte Road in Ronan. The program is a Bear Aware film out of Canada and we will have a training session on the proper use of Counter Assault by Scott Kiser.

 

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Help save lives

6/2/2015 - 6/5/2015

POLSON – A “Child Passenger Safety” class to be offered June 2–5 at the fairgrounds fire department, 25B Regatta Road, in Polson. Become a certified passenger safety technician and use your new skills to teach parents and caregivers about proper car seat safety for their children. To register, go to http://cert.safekids.org, click on “Find a Course” and follow instructions. The $85 registration fee includes your first two years of certification. For more information, call the Lake County Health Department at 406-883-7341. 

 

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Wednesday, June 3

Ken’s Country Combo to play

6/3/2015

POLSON – We are beginning to improve in the dancer department, but there is still plenty of room for more. Ken’s Country Combo will play on June 3 from 7 to 10 p.m. We look forward to seeing you at the Elks. Bring your friends and your company. Thank you for the wonderful treats; keep them coming. 

 

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School superintendent to speak to Chamber

6/3/2015

POLSON – The June general meeting of the Polson Chamber of Commerce is scheduled for noon on Wednesday, June 3, at the KwaTaqNuk Resort. The luncheon speaker will be Dr. Linda Reksten, Superintendent of the Polson School District #23. She will report on the State of the Schools. The meeting is open to Chamber members and the public. For additional information, call 406-883-5969.

 

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Sign up for LSAR spay, neuter clinic

6/3/2015

POLSON — Life Savers Animal Rescue is coordinating a free spay/neuter clinic for low-income households. You must complete a sign up sheet to be on the appointment callback list. Sign up on Wednesday, June 3, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Commodities Distribution Center in St. Ignatius. Call (406) 883-5978 or (406) 253-2371, if you have questions.

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