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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

 

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.

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.

 

Flathead Cheese holds annual open house

POLSON — Flathead Cheese, will hold their annual Open House Week from July 2-7, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. daily, at their shop, 208 First Ave. E. Call 406-883-0343 for more information.

Free 'Utilizing Aces & Trauma Informed Care' training held

PABLO — On April 22, from noon3 p.m. at Salish Kootenai College, Teresa Nygaard will present a free training entitled, "Utilizing Aces & Trauma Informed Care." Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) is a term to describe traumatic events occurring before age 18. Trauma is a deeply distressing or disturbing experience that without supports can have long-term negative effects. When “we” are trauma-informed, we realize the impact of trauma and understand there is potential for recovery. We recognize the signs and symptoms of trauma in those that we interact with and in ourselves. We respond by fully integrating knowledge about trauma into procedures, policies and practices. We seek to actively resist re-traumatization. We stop asking “What’s happening to you?” This training delves into this topic, responding to participants based on their pre-existing knowledge of the topic.

Credits are available.

The training is free but has limited seating. To register, send name, email, and contact number to: helpinghandsfund1@gmail.com. Registration confirmation will be sent within seven days. 

 

 

Free meditation classes offered

ZOOM — Mission Mountain Zen is offering free online meditation classes Wednesdays from 6-7:30 p.m. For more information and a Zoom link to the class call Zenku at 847-721-0665 or email: Jerry.Smyers@gmail.com.

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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. 

 

Wednesday, July 24

Library’s Page Turners Book Club to meet

7/24/2024

POLSON — On Wednesday, July 24, at 3:30 p.m. North Lake County Public Library’s Page Turners Youth Book Club will meet to discuss “I Survived the American Revolution” by Lauren Tarshis. 

You can still pick up your free copy of the book and get ready to share your favorite parts about the book on the 24. 

Public invited to Polson Schools grade realignment meetings

7/24/2024

POLSON — The Polson School District is hosting two public forums to discuss grade realignment starting the 2025-26 school year. The realignment to be discussed is moving the fifth grade down to Linderman and the second grade to Cherry Valley as well as keeping T-K early literacy at Cherry Valley. 

The forums will start at 7 p.m. at the PHS auditorium. The first is Wednesday, July 24 and the second one will be Wednesday, Aug. 14.

 

Tags:  Polson schools   Polson  

Thursday, July 25

‘The Cemetery Club’ performed

7/25/2024

POLSON — Port Polson Players presents, Ivan Menchell’s hilarious and heartwarming “The Cemetery Club,” runs Thursday through Saturday evenings at 7:30 p.m. with Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. Reservations are available by calling the Players box office at 406-883-9212 or through portpolsonplayers.com. 

Tags:  Port Polson Players   Polson  

Hellcat Maggie to rock the dock

7/25/2024

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

Tags:  Polson  

Friday, July 26

Pachyderms to meet

7/26/2024

POLSON — The next Pachyderm meeting will be Friday, July 26, at noon at the Polson Rural Fire Station located at 25 Regatta Road. 

Our guest speaker for this meeting will be Polson Police Chief George Simpson. The Police Chief will give us an update on crime in the city, what are we able to as citizens to help eliminate crime and how his first year as police chief has been. He will be available for Q & A. 

We hope to see a good turnout for the Police Chief.

Sandpiper reception

7/26/2024

POLSON — “The Aye’s Have It” Art Show Reception takes place at the Sandpiper Art Gallery & Gifts from 5-7 p.m.

 

Saturday, July 27

Flathead Cherry Festival held

7/27/2024

POLSON — From 7-10 a.m. purchase a pancake breakfast at the Elks Lodge. From noon-5 p.m. get creatuve ib a block of sidewalk at our all-ages chalk art contest. Judging at 5 p.m. Cherry spitting at 2 p.m.

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