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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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Saturday, August 10

Art Festival held on Courthouse lawn

8/10/2024

POLSON — The 53rd annual Courthouse Art Festival will be held on the Lake County Court House Lawn from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. A BrewFest and Cruisin the Bay Car Show will also take place in downtown Polson. 

 

Art Festival held on Courthouse lawn

8/10/2024

POLSON — The 53rd annual Courthouse Art Festival will be held on the Lake County Court House Lawn from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. The Sandpiper Art Gallery & Gifts presents our Summer Art Festival for 2024, on Aug. 10. This is the Flathead Valley’s favorite one-day festival with over 80 booths. Featured are artists and crafters and live entertainment throughout the day. Food vendors include the Corn Dog House & Kettle Corn. 

Car Show to be held in downtown Polson

8/10/2024

POLSON — On Saturday, Aug. 10, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m., the annual “Cruisin’ By The Bay” Car show will take place with awards given at 2 p.m. Club members do not vote on show cars. One of a kind custom trophies will be given to Top Ten and Best of Show. All new cash prizes. 

Year of the Mustang Special Trophy will be voted on by People’s Choice special ballot. Food trucks, vendors, Rotary Club Brewfest, music and lots of fun are planned. For more information call 406-676-5007 or go to the Mission Valley Cruisers Facebook page. 

Tags:  Cruisen by the Bay   Polson  

Rotary Club Brewfest fundraiser on tap

8/10/2024

POLSON — The 2024 Youth Fundraiser Brewfest is an annual fundraiser benefitting Mission Valley youth. It will take place in conjunction with Art Festival and Car Show on Saturday, Aug. 10. Since 2007, the Polson club has distributed over $390,000 to various youth programs. Raffle tickets will be sold for a choice of five prizes worth approximately $1000.

Run for Beer

8/10/2024

POLSON — Join us at 10 a.m. for a fun-filled day of running, beer, and good vibes at Glacier Brewing Co., 6 Tenth Ave. E. Tickets start at $17.50. We’ve mapped out a 5k-ish course that starts and ends at this awesome taproom by Flathead Lake. Run, walk, or jog before celebrating with a locally made craft beverage at the finish line. The 5k course takes you through scenic routes with beautiful surroundings while getting your heart pumping. Gather your friends and come join us at Glacier Brewing Co on Aug. 10. It’s going to be a day filled with beer run fun. See you there.

 

Tags:  running race   Polson  

Turn in reading logs

8/10/2024

POLSON — Saturday, Aug. 10, is the last day to turn in reading logs for North Lake County Public Library’s Summer Reading Program. Be sure to come in to collect your ticket and put in for the prize drawings.

 

Sunday, August 11

‘The Cemetery Club’

8/11/2024

POLSON — Port Polson Players presents Ivan Menchell’s “The Cemetery Club,” July 25 – Aug. 11. the Arts.

 

Tags:  Polson   Port Polson Players  

Monday, August 12

Learn about the life of Lucy Meriwether Lewis Marks

8/12/2024

POLSON — Mary Jane Bradbury, independent scholar and actress, will present “A Mother’s Journey: The Life of Lucy Meriwether Lewis Marks,” (the mother of Meriwether Lewis), on Aug. 12 at 6 p.m. at the North Lake County Public Library.  This program is brought to you by Humanities Montana and is free and open to the public.

 

Thursday, August 15

Celebrate the end of the Library’s Summer Reading Program

8/15/2024

POLSON — Come celebrate the end of the Summer Reading Program at a block party at the North Lake County Public Library. Come for live music by Achilles Maroney, Mountain Berry Bowls, a hotdog and lemonade stand, games of free ice cream. We’ll also have a Paper Pie book sale in the Community Room. We will do our Big Prize drawing to find out who our lucky winners are.

 

Donate your books

8/15/2024

POLSON — You are welcome to bring material donations from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 15, to the North Lake County Public Library. There is a limit of two boxes at a time.

Families First Bingo played

8/15/2024

POLSON — Join Families First every Thursday in August at Glacier Brewing at 6 p.m. for Bingo. Half of the Bingo card sales will benefit Families First programming in Lake County. Families First strengthens families through education, connection, play, and partnership. Bring the family. There will be activities for kids.

 

Tags:  Polson   Families First  

SPLASH held at Logan Health

8/15/2024

POLSON — The August SPLASH gathering will be held at Logan Health from 5-7 p.m.

 

Tags:  Logan Health   SPLASH   Polson  

Those Boomer Boys’ perform

8/15/2024

POLSON — The Port Polson Players return “Those Boomer Boys” to the stage with their salute to the golden age of music and comedy, when Truman was president, but Elvis was king. Aug. 15 – Sept. 1. All shows run Friday 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 the theatre website at: portpolsonplayers.com. All events produced at Polson’s beautiful Theatre on the Lake are presented in association with The Mission Valley Friends of the Arts.

Friday, August 16

Rock the Dock

8/16/2024

POLSON — Listen to Rob Quist on Friday, Aug. 16, at 7 p.m. at the KwaTaqNuk Resort. Admission is free and all ages are welcome. There will be food, drinks, live music and more.

 

Tags:  Polson  

Those Boomer Boys’ perform

8/16/2024

POLSON — The Port Polson Players return “Those Boomer Boys” to the stage with their salute to the golden age of music and comedy, when Truman was president, but Elvis was king. Aug. 15 – Sept. 1. All shows run Friday 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 the theatre website at: portpolsonplayers.com. All events produced at Polson’s beautiful Theatre on the Lake are presented in association with The Mission Valley Friends of the Arts.

Saturday, August 17

‘Those Boomer Boys’ perform

8/17/2024

POLSON — The Port Polson Players return “Those Boomer Boys” Friday through Saturday at 7:30 p.m. Reservations are available by calling 406-883-9212 or at: portpolsonplayers.com.

Day of Hope held in Polson

8/17/2024

POLSON — On Saturday, Aug. 17, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. on Third Ave. the Day of Hope will be held. The day is sponsored by Tribal Health, Tribal Education, Polson Fire, Polson Police, local medical providers, non-profits, churches and more. Come for free back packs, school supplies, food, household supplies. For more information go to: Facebook.com/THEDAYOFHOPEMT

Families First holds Cornhole Tourney

8/17/2024

POLSON — The third annual Cornhole Tournament will be held on Saturday, Aug. 17, at Glacier Brewing. Enjoy delicious food, celebratory desserts, a chance to get $250 prize, and above it all, be part of a unique block party for a cause. Lunch will be served at noon.

 

Tags:  Families First   Polson  

Sunday, August 18

‘Those Boomer Boys’ perform

8/18/2024

POLSON — The Port Polson Players return “Those Boomer Boys” to the stage with their salute to the golden age of music and comedy. Sunday matinees are at 2 p.m. Reservations are available by calling 406-883-9212 or at: portpolsonplayers.com. 

 

Tuesday, August 20

Polson hosts Shakespeare in the Park

8/20/2024

POLSON — Shakespeare in the Park presents “Hamlet” at Boettcher Park, (Polson High School if inclement weather), from 6-8 p.m. Pack a picnic, grab your friends, and enjoy this world class performance. Performances are free, and seating is first come, first served. We ask that tall chairs sit further back to allow those on blankets and in short chairs to see. 

 

Polson hosts Shakespeare in the Park

8/20/2024

POLSON — Shakespeare in the Park presents “Hamlet” at Boettcher Park, (Polson High School if inclement weather), from 6-8 p.m. Pack a picnic, grab your friends, and enjoy this world class performance. Performances are free, and seating is first come, first served. We ask that tall chairs sit further back to allow those on blankets and in short chairs to see. 

 

Thursday, August 22

Rock the Dock

8/22/2024

POLSON — Listen to a.m. Radio on Thursday, Aug. 22, at 7 p.m. at the KwaTaqNuk Resort. Admission is free and all ages are welcome. 

There will be food, drinks, live music and more.

Tags:  Polson  

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