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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

 

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.

 

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.

 

Experience ‘Lights under the Big Sky’

RONAN — On Saturday, Dec. 11, “Lights Under the Big Sky” will provide fun and entertainment for residents of the Mission Valley at the Ronan Fairgrounds from 5-9 p.m. There will be holiday lights displays; family activities and Santa.

 

Faith Lutheran to hold Advent, Christmas Eve services

RONAN - Faith Lutheran Church, 406 5th Ave. SW, will hold Advent services on Wednesdays, Dec. 4, 11, and 18, at 7 p.m. and a Christmas Candlelight service on Dec. 24, at 4 p.m.

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Wednesday, July 10

Polson museum open 7-days per week

7/10/2024

POLSON — The Polson Flathead Lake Museum is located at 708 Main Street, Polson and is open Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and Sunday 1-4 p.m.

Solar powered cooking taught

7/10/2024

POLSON — On Wednesday, July 10, at 5:30 p.m. The North Lake County Public Library will offer Solar Powered Cooking Information Exchange. Linda Kittle will facilitate an information exchange about Solar Powered Cooking. If you have equipment you want to show or that you have questions about, please feel free to bring it with you. 

Weather permitting, we will be outside in Sacajawea Park. 

Come and learn tips and tricks from those who are seasoned cooks.

Thursday, July 11

Baskerville comedy-mystery play performed

7/11/2024

POLSON —Ken Ludwig’s raucous Sherlock Holmes spoof, “Baskerville” showtime is 7:30 p.m. Thursday-Saturday. For reservations call 406-883-9212 or go to: portpolsonplayers.com.

Tags:  Port Polson Players   Polson  

Enjoy Rock the Dock Concert

7/11/2024

POLSON — Music starts at 7 p.m. at the KwaTaq Nuk Resort, 49708 US Highway 93 East, with “Highway 93” providing the tunes. 

Admission is free and all ages welcome.

Tags:  Polson  

Saturday, July 13

‘Baskerville’ comedy-mystery play performed

7/13/2024

POLSON —Ken Ludwig’s raucous Sherlock Holmes spoof, “Baskerville” has five actors play over thirty characters in this lightning-paced comedy-mystery sendup, running July 5 – 21. Showtime is 7:30 p.m. Thursday-Saturday. 

For reservations call 406-883-9212 or go to: portpolsonplayers.com.

 

Tags:  Polson  

Meet four authors

7/13/2024

POLSON — On Saturday, July 13, at 1 p.m. at the North Lake County Public Library Four Montana Authors Forum and Book Signing will take place. Leslie Budewitz, Christine Carbo, Milana Marsenich and Mary Barmeyer O’Brien will be here to speak about their process, read from their latest publications, sign books and will answer your questions. What an exciting group of local authors.

Wednesday, July 17

Democrats hold Happy Hour

7/17/2024

POLSON — On Wednesday, July 17, from 6-7:30 p.m. at the Glacier Brewing Company, 6 Tenth Ave. E, the Democrats will hold a fun event for their volunteers and supporters. They also have daily events to volunteer for and get involved with. Contact the Polson Field Office or call 402-507-8240.

Thursday, July 18

Go to ‘Baskerville’ comedy-mystery play

7/18/2024

POLSON — Ken Ludwig’s raucous Sherlock Holmes spoof, “Baskerville” runs July 5 – 21. Showtime is 7:30 p.m. Thursday-Saturday. For reservations call 406-883-9212 or go to: portpolsonplayers.com.

 

Tags:  Polson   Port Polson Players  

Library holds Donation Day

7/18/2024

POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library’s Friends of the Library will hold a book donation day on Thursday, July 18, from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. There is a limit of two boxes at a time. 

 

Rock the Dock Concert provides tunes

7/18/2024

POLSON — Music starts at 7 p.m. at the KwaTaq Nuk Resort, 49708 US Highway 93 East, with “Kelley and Ben” providing the tunes. Admission is free and all ages are welcome.

Tags:  Highway 93   Polson  

Watch scuba, snorkel event

7/18/2024

POLSON — Missoula Scuba and Snorkel will be at Mission Valley Aquatic Center from 10-11 a.m. as part of the North Lake County Public Library’s Summer Reading Program. Visit northlakecountylibrary.org or call 406-883-8225, for more information.

Friday, July 19

Listen at ‘Rock the Dock’ Concert

7/19/2024

POLSON — Music starts at 7 p.m. at the KwaTaq Nuk Resort, 49708 US Highway 93 East, with “Black Cherry” providing the tunes. Admission is free and all ages are welcome.

 

Tags:  Polson   Highway 93  

Saturday, July 20

Calling all Flathead Lake lovers to Poker Paddle

7/20/2024

POLSON — Get ready for an amazing day of fun on the water at the annual Poker Paddle for Clean Water on Saturday, July 20. This year we reduced ticket costs so you can bring your family and friends. Tickets are $50 for adults and $35 for youth paddlers 17 and under. Parents or guardians must be present. Lunch is not covered in your ticket price. There will be food cars to order from. The event kicks off at Boettcher Park. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. with staggered start times. Long course launch is at 9 a.m.; mid length launches at 9:30 a.m. and short/family launches begin at 10 a.m. Limited to 100 vessels. Proceeds benefit Flathead Lakers. Register at givebutter.com.

Enjoy ‘Baskerville’ comedy-mystery play

7/20/2024

POLSON — Ken Ludwig’s raucous Sherlock Holmes spoof, “Baskerville” has five actors play over thirty characters in this lightning-paced comedy-mystery sendup, running July 5 – 21. Showtime is 7:30 p.m. Thursday-Saturday. For reservations call 406-883-9212 or go to: portpolsonplayers.com.

Tags:  Port Polson Players   Polson  

Republican Boat Parade planned

7/20/2024

POLSON — Lake County MT Republicans present “The Republican Boat Parade” on Saturday, July 20, at 1 p.m. All boaters gather in Polson Bay by Memorial Bridge. More details on the website: lakecountymtrepublicans.com. Prizes will be given for best decorated boat. All supporters welcome.

Sunday, July 21

Final performance of ‘Baskerville’ performed

7/21/2024

POLSON — The final presentation of Ken Ludwig’s raucous Sherlock Holmes spoof, “Baskerville,” has five actors play over thirty characters in this lightning-paced comedy-mystery sendup, on Sunday, July 21. Showtime is 2 p.m. Sunday. For reservations call 406-883-9212 or go to: portpolsonplayers.com.

Tags:  Polson   Port Polson Players  

Lake County Fair Shooting Sports

7/21/2024

POLSON — The Lake County Fair Shooting Sports events take place at Big Sky Sporting Clays Shooting Range, 42295 Irvine Flats Rd., on Sunday, July 21, at noon.

 

Monday, July 22

Join Mother Goose activities

7/22/2024

POLSON — Mondays mean Mother Goose at the North Lake County Public Library. Join us at 9:15 a.m.  

Mother Goose is geared toward ages 0 to 3, but all are welcome. We encourage parents and caregivers to participate with their children for this early learning time. 

 

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