Events with the tag: Polson

POLSON –– The Sandpiper Gallery presents the “Earth Beneath Us” with Sandpiper member artists Judith Colvin (textiles), Ron Hoff (photography), Karen Maurer (paintings), Sherry Jones (jewelry), Jean Stromnes (multimedia), and Nancy Zadra (watercolor nude series) present their work, along with invited photographer Michael Coles, July 13-Aug. 22.

POLSON –– Polson Bay’s Water Daze is a one-mile swim race through the pristine waters of Flathead Lake at Salish Point to Boettcher Park. This great family event has activities for everyone: a beautiful 1.3-mile open water swim race will be held on Saturday, Aug. 1, at Boettcher Park with registration at 11 a.m. and start time at 1 p.m. Swimmers will be transported to the KwaTaqNuk from Boettcher Part for the start of the race. For more information, contact Ali at 406-883-4567.

POLSON — Back by popular demand is Port Polson Players’ “The Farndale Avenue Housing Estate Dramatic Society Murder Mystery.” This hilarious British comedy will continue for three weeks, Aug. 13-30. Wednesday-Saturday curtain times are at 8 p.m. and Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. Dark Mondays and Tuesdays. Call 406-883-9212, for your reservations. 

POLSON — The Seventh Annual Smokin’ On The Water promises a day of great barbecue and family fun on the shores of Flathead Lake.  The Saturday, August 1, event at the KwaTaqNuk Resort begins at 11 a.m. and ends at 6 p.m. The event features competition to create “The Best” barbecued chicken, beef, pork or barbecue sauce. Trophies and prizes will be awarded for those categories plus an Open category. Cooking teams are encouraged to provide samples to attendees who will then vote for the grand prize People’s Choice Award and the $500 cash prize that goes with it.There will also be a hot dog eating contest, wine tasting, a local brew tour, carnival-style games for kids, rock climbing, and a trampoline game. For additional information about Smokin’ On The Water, contact the Polson Chamber at 406-883-5969.

POLSON – Providence St. Joseph Medical Center is offering discounted sports physicals for school athletes on Tuesday, Aug. 4, from 3:30-6 p.m. at St. Joseph Medical Center for any Polson athletes for only $30 cash or check. No credit cards or insurance accepted. All proceeds are donated back to the Polson athletics program. 

Physical forms are available on the Montana High School Association website. Call 406-883-5680, for more information.

POLSON — The Polson Chamber of Commerce general meeting and luncheon is scheduled for Wednesday, Aug. 5, at the KwaTaqNuk Resort in Polson from noon-1 p.m. For more information, call the Chamber office at 406-883-5969.

POLSON — North Lake County Public Library weekly activities are on Thursday at 10 a.m. for school-age children. Thursday, Aug. 6, is “Bug Day.”

POLSON –– Join us for the annual Summerfest on Flathead Lake on Friday, Aug. 7; Saturday, Aug. 8; and Sunday, Aug. 9. There will be three fun-filled days of numerous activities in the park and on the water on Friday. 

On Saturday there will be a car show downtown and the Sandpiper Art Festival will be on the courthouse lawn. There will also be a poker run, a parade, a cruise, and a concert at Riverside Park and more on Saturday. 

On Sunday the Celebrity Golf Scramble Tourney and concert to benefit Boys and Girls Club is at the Polson Golf Course. For more information, call 406-883-5255 or andersonbroadcasting.com.

POLSON — Polson High School Class of 1985 is holding their 30-year high school reunion Aug. 7 - 9, 2015. For more information, call Shelley McGuire Howell at 406-212-7678 or Stef Olson Nordberg at 406-250-8926.

POLSON — A free Introduction to Clicker Training Class will be offered on Saturday, Aug. 8, from 2-3 p.m. at Mission Valley Animal Shelter.

Call 406-883-5312, for more details or register. Open to the family (ages 8+). Please do NOT bring your dog.

POLSON — The 44th annual Outdoor Art Festival takes place on the Lake County Courthouse lawn on Saturday, Aug. 8, from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sandpiper Art Gallery is the sponsor of this event. There will be fine art originals in all media, jewelry, handmade furniture, birdhouses, hand-sewn items, stained glass, rose mauling, pottery, candles and sculpture and many other interesting and unique items. 

There will be varied musical entertainment and food concessions throughout the day. Call 406-883-5956 or go to: Sandpiperartgallery.com.

POLSON — Polson’s local skaters invite all ages to the annual Skate Jam gathering at the Polson Skatepark on Saturday, Aug. 8, with free skating beginning at noon. Activities will include skills competitions, games of S.K.A.T.E., prizes and snacks. 

There is no charge to participate at Skate Jam, but if you would like to donate to Skate Jam to help out with the future park expansion or have questions, please contact Jesse Vargas at 406-858-0549 or Eddie Woodcock at 406-261-5705.

POLSON — The Polson School District will have a special board meeting at 4 pm. on Aug. 10 at the district office, 111 Fourth Ave. E. There will be a regular board meeting at 5:30 p.m. that same day and place.

POLSON — The Wednesday, Aug. 12, dance will honor Don Pederson from Round Butte. It is waltz night, and he was the king of that dance. Don died a year or so ago, and he is missed. He danced with all the women, was a perfect gentleman, and told very funny stories. Please come out to the Elks at 7 p.m. and join all of Don’s friends. Bring a treat to share if you would like.

POLSON — The Polson Farmers Market would like to invite you to a free jam-making class from 2-3 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 12. Classes are for qualified SNAP recipients only. Upon completion of the class a $20 certificate will be given to purchase local produce. Classes include children’s activities … so bring the kids. The location is Polson Flathead Reservation Extension Office, 701-B First Street E. The instructor will be Rene Kittle the MSU extension agent. Please sign up at the market with LouAnne Hoskinson or Melissa Michel. 

POLSON — Make plans to attend the Parents as Teachers Playgroup at the Lake County Health Department in Polson on Wednesday, Aug. 12, from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Visit our Facebook page for more information: https://www.facebook.com/lakecountypat or call 406- 883-7288.

POLSON — St. Joseph Medical Center will hold a blood drive on Thursday, Aug. 13, from 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Byrnes Conference Room, 6 Thirteenth Ave. E. To schedule your appointment or to get more information, please call Rich at 406-883-8273 ext 78273.

POLSON – Providence St. Joseph Medical Center is offering discounted sports physicals for school athletes on Thursday, Aug. 13, from 3:30-6 p.m. at St. Joseph Medical Center for any Polson athletes for only $30 cash or check. 

No credit cards or insurance accepted. All proceeds are donated back to the Polson athletics program. Physical forms are available on the Montana High School Association website. Call 406-883-5680, for more information.

POLSON – Mission Valley Animal Shelter is hosting its “Spay-ghetti and No Meat Balls” Dinner on Thursday, Aug. 13, at the Elks Lodge in Polson, to raise funds for its community spay/neuter program. Tickets are $15, or two for $25, and $8 for children 10 and under. Call 406-883-5312, for more information.

POLSON — “A Night at the Museum” will take place on Thursday, Aug. 13, (the second Thursday), at 6:30 pm at Miracle of America Museum. The best of Victor Borge will be shown and is guaranteed to provide a night of laughter and entertainment by the master funnyman of the age. He also works in a few wild notes on his “Pianano” during the 90-minute movie. Admission is free and the family entertainment is fun. There will be movies, readings, displays and tours of select items. Treats and donations are welcome. Call Gil for more information at 406-883-6264

POLSON — Polson Golf Course Clubhouse lawn will be the site of a concert by “Dark Horse” on Thursday, Aug. 13, at 6 p.m. 

POLSON — North Lake County Public Library Summer Wrap-up and Party with prize drawings will take place at 10 a.m.