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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, July 17

Nominate the ‘bloomin’ best’ yard

7/17/2015

POLSON — The Beautification Committee of Envision Polson invites you to nominate what you consider to be the “bloomin’ best” yards and gardens in our community. Nominate a business and/or a residence within the city limits of Polson by July 17, for recognition of their beautiful flower gardens. You can even nominate yourself. Fill out as many nomination forms as you wish with one nominee per form. Forms are available at the Polson Chamber of Commerce, or submit an entry to: info@polsonchamber.com. 

 

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Saturday, July 18

Cherry Festival to fill Polson streets

7/18/2015 - 7/19/2015

POLSON — The annual Polson Main Street Flathead Cherry Festival will take place on Saturday, July 18, from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. and on Sunday, July 19, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. There will be fun for the whole family. Enjoy over 125 vendors; Flathead cherries; homemade cherry pies; unique arts and crafts; cherry pie eating, stem tying, and pit spitting contests; live music; sidewalk sales and specials. For more information, visit: vendors@flatheadcherryfestival.com and to inquire about vendor space call 406-883-3667.

 

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Experience history at Miracle of America Museum

7/18/2015 - 7/19/2015

POLSON — Mark your calendars for a fun-filled weekend called “Live History Days” at the Miracle of America Museum, 36094 Memory Lane, on July 18 and July 19. The “Country Combo” of fiddlers, pickers, singers and accordionists will provide listening and dancing entertainment on Saturday. Join the fun, sell your wares and be a part of history. 

New exhibitors and volunteers are welcome. Vendors must have a direct link to things historical i.e.: soap making, broom making, pottery, beading, etc. For more information, contact Gil at 406-883-6264 or www.miracleofamericamuseum.org.

 

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Sunday, July 19

‘Worship in the Park’

7/19/2015

POLSON — The Polson Presbyterian Church invites the community to “Worship in the Park” on Sunday, July 19, at Pavilion #1 in Boettcher Park. The worship service begins at 11 a.m. There will be a burger and hot dog barbecue picnic following the service. Please bring a dish to share. 

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Thursday, July 23

Free hot dog picnic dinner

7/23/2015

POLSON — A free Community dinner will be held at 6 p.m. on Thursday, July 23, at Fellowship Baptist Church, 2 Seventh Ave. E. The menu is hot dog picnic. All are welcome.

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Library shows ‘Big Hero 6’

7/23/2015

POLSON –– The North Lake County Library has purchased the license to show the Disney movie ‘Big Hero 6” at 10 a.m. Note there will be no teen writing club on this day.

 

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Mariners host Western A Tournament

7/23/2015 - 7/27/2015

POLSON — Montana is host to the Western A Districts Tournament, which the Mission Valley Mariners will play in on July 23- 27, 2015. Come support and watch the Mariners play.

 

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P.E.O brown bag held

7/23/2015

POLSON — All P.E.O.s are invited to a Reciprocity Brown Bag Picnic Lunch to be held on Thursday, July 23, at Boettcher Park in Polson. The annual event begins at 11:30 a.m. and ends at 1:30 p.m. at the covered table picnic area at the park. Attendees are urged to bring guests along with their lunches and drinks. Dessert will be provided.

 

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PPP present ‘Breakin’ Up is Hard to Do’ 7/23 through 8/9

7/23/2015 - 8/9/2015

POLSON – Port Polson Players will present “Breakin’ Up is Hard to Do,” a musical comedy with the music of Neil Sedaka. This fun presentation will last three weeks from July 23-Aug. 9. Wednesday through Saturday, curtain times are at 8 p.m. and the Sunday matinees are at 2 p.m. Call 406-883-9212, to make your reservations.

 

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Friday, July 24

Flathead 3-on-3 proceeds go to community

7/24/2015 - 7/26/2015

POLSON — The 23rd annual Flathead Lake 3-on-3 tournament will be on Main Street on July 24, 25 and 26 with 300 teams. All proceeds are donated back to the community including $1,000 to Chamber Beautification.

To enter and for bracket and other information, go to: www.flatheadlake3on3.com. Packet pick up is on Friday, July 24, from 5-9 p.m. at First Citizens Bank. The tournament games start 9 a.m. on Saturday and Sunday. Submit your slam-dunk video for a chance at $1000 in the Budweiser-TownPump Slam Dunk contest. For more information, call 406-883-5255.

 

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Pig Roast on tap

7/24/2015

POLSON — On July 24, area friends, MSU Alumni, families and Bobcat Boosters are invited to attend a pig roast at the home of Martin and Vicki Olsson, 37690 Cabin Creek Trail in Ronan. Refreshments will be at 5:30 p.m. and dinner will be at 6:30 p.m. This event includes a “hosted bar,” a silent auction and a raffle. MSU coaches and staffs will be in attendance. Tickets are $25 per person ($20 for golfers) or $60 per family. To purchase tickets, and for more information, contact Shad at 406-883-8803 or shad.hupka@fib.com.

 

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Saturday, July 25

Polson hosts MSU alumni golf tournament

7/25/2015 - 7/26/2015

 

POLSON – The MSU Scholarship Golf Scramble will be held Saturday, July 25. The golf scramble will be hosted at the Polson Bay Golf Club. The scramble begins at 10 a.m., followed by a social hour and dinner. To purchase tickets, register for the Scramble and for more information, contact Shad at 406-883-8803 or shad.hupka@fib.com.

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Polson to hold bike auction

7/25/2015

POLSON — The Polson Parks and Recreation Department will hold their annual bike auction on Saturday, July 25, at the City Shop located on the corner of First Street E. and Eleventh Ave. E. Other miscellaneous items will be auctioned as well. Bike preview time will start at 9:30 a.m. with the auction starting promptly at 10 a.m.

Any questions, contact Mike Johnson at 406-249-6887.

 

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Support MVAS at Murdoch’s

7/25/2015

POLSON — Support your local Mission Valley Animal Shelter and come meet some adoptable dogs at Murdoch’s on Saturday, July 25, from noon-2 p.m. Ask canine questions and see pictures of the available cats and dogs. For more information, contact Jill at 406-883-5312.

 

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Wednesday, July 29

Come dance on 5th Wednesday

7/29/2015

POLSON – Heart to Heart will play from 7-10 p.m. at the Elks on the fifth Wednesday of the month. Bring your friends on Wednesday, July 29. It will be a western night. Come join the fun.

 

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Playgroup to meet

7/29/2015

POLSON —Make plans to attend the Parents as Teachers Playgroup at the Lake County Health Department in Polson on Wednesday, July 29, from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. 

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Thursday, July 30

Golf course hosts lawn concert

7/30/2015

POLSON – Stop by the Polson Golf Course Clubhouse and enjoy the lawn concert on Thursday, July 30, featuring “Jimni.”

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