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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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Thursday, July 25

Enjoy free taco dinner

7/25/2013

POLSON — A free community dinner will be held on Thursday, July 25, from 6-7 p.m. at the Fellowship Baptist Church, 2 Seventh Ave., E. Tacos, salads and desserts will be served. 

 

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Polson School District to hold special meeting

7/25/2013

POLSON —Polson School District will be holding a special board meeting on July 25, 2013, at 4 p.m. in the district office conference room.

 

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St. Luke hosts American Red Cross blood draw

7/25/2013

RONAN — St. Luke Community Hospital will host an American Red Cross blood draw on Thursday, July 25, from 11:30 a.m.-5 p.m., on the second floor of the hospital. For an appointment, please call Cindy Smith at (406) 528-5269.

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Friday, July 26

Basketball played on Main Street

7/26/2013 - 7/28/2013

POLSON — The 21st annual Flathead Lake “3-on-3 basketball tournament” is on Main Street in Polson on July 26, 27 and 28 with 300 teams participating. All proceeds are donated back to the community, including $1,000 to chamber beautification.

 

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Sunday, July 28

Children to audition at Boettcher Park

7/28/2013

POLSON — Auditions will be held for Glacier Lily Theatre Company’s Children’s production of Robin Hood. Anyone going into grades two to 12 is welcome to audition at 1 p.m., Sunday, July 28, at Boettcher Park in Polson. Actors in fourth-12 grades are asked to prepare a thirty-second monologue. The first rehearsal is July 29 at 1 p.m. All actors are required to attend and regular rehearsals will be held until the performances. There will be three performances: the first on the evening of Aug. 23, and two on Aug. 24, one in the afternoon and one in the evening. For more information, please email Anya Smith at mtgirl@slashcomma.com or call at (406) 552-2283.

 

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Monday, July 29

Trip to Woodland Park on ‘Summer Sports’ class schedule

7/29/2013 - 8/1/2013

POLSON — The class, “Summer Sports,” will be taught by Jordan Carte. Students will play flag football, soccer, kickball and more. Class is Monday-Wednesday July 29-Aug. 1 from 8:55 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Thursday’s class is from 8:55 a.m.–5 p.m. and includes picnicking in Woodland Park and roller skating at Shady Lane Roller Rink. Breakfast and lunch is served each day. Call Mandie Steele at (406) 249-2572, for more information.

 

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Wednesday, July 31

Flathead Reservation Fish and Wildlife Board to meet

7/31/2013

POLSON — On Wednesday, July 31, at 6 p.m., the Flathead Reservation Fish and Wildlife Board will meet at the Polson City Library. The agenda includes discussion of Pheasant and Hungarian Partridge seasons, waterfowl regulations, and State projects and accomplishments. Board Chairman Joe Brenneman invites the public to attend and ask questions or express their views. 

 

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Thursday, August 1

Port Polson Players present ‘The Mysterious Mr. Love’ through Aug. 11

8/1/2013

POLSON — The Port Polson Players present “The Mysterious Mr. Love,” an intriguing British thriller featuring players managing and artistic directors Neal and Karen Lewing. The show opens Thursday, July 25, and runs thru Sunday, July 28, then the following two weeks on Wednesdays thru Sundays until Aug. 11. Curtain is at 8 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday evenings, with Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. Call for reservations at (406) 883-9212 or email: portpolsonplayers@centurytel.net.

 
 

 

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Sandpiper Gallery to feature ‘Color Me Wild’ through Aug. 10

8/1/2013 - 8/10/2013

POLSON - The Sandpiper Gallery will be featuring their “Color Me Wild” exhibition July 2-Aug. 10, with the reception on Friday, July 5, from 5-7 p.m.

 

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Shelter offers special adoption price through Aug. 3

8/1/2013 - 8/3/2013

POLSON — Mission Valley Animal Shelter is offering a special for one week for cats and kittens beginning Tuesday, July 30, until Saturday, Aug. 3. You can receive 35 percent off adoption fees; adult cats are $35 and kittens (6 months and younger) are $45. The fee includes spay or neuter, vaccinations and rabies for adult cats. 

Call (406) 883-5312, for more information

 

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Saturday, August 3

Polson Country Club to host MSU Scholarship Golf Scramble

8/3/2013

POLSON — The “MSU (Bobcat) Scholarship Golf Scramble” and barbecue is Saturday, Aug. 3, at the Polson Golf Club. Golf begins at 12:30 p.m.; with the refreshments and barbecue scheduled for 5:30 p.m. Hosts include MSU President Cruzado, dignitaries and coaches. All proceeds to benefit Montana State University student athlete scholarships. Call (406) 883-8803 for more information.

 

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Skate Jam on tap in Polson

8/3/2013

POLSON — The Polson Skate Jam is Aug. 3 at noon, at the Seventh Avenue Skate Park. Prizes are awarded for trick and bowl skating contests. Skaters of all ability levels may participate. A product toss with an assortment of skate merchandise will complete the Skate Jam. For more information, call (406) 253-8319.

 

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Swimming race begins ‘Water Daze”

8/3/2013

POLSON — Celebrate the opening of the Mission Valley’s Aquatic Center at the 11th annual “Water Daze” event Saturday, Aug. 3, with a one-mile swim race at Boettcher Park beginning at 1 p.m. The cost is $20 if pre-registered and $25 the day of the event. There will be lots of fun activities for the kids including a huge water slide and a barbecue. There will also be a fun swim after the 1-mile swim.Go to: www.mvaquatics.org/mva-events/water-daze/, to register.

 

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Sunday, August 4

Polson accordion to meet

8/4/2013

POLSON — The Northwest Montana Accordion Association meets at the Elks on Aug. 4.

 

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Monday, August 5

Polson Foursquare Church hosts Vacation Bible School

8/5/2013 - 8/9/2013

POLSON — You get to choose from soccer, archery training, or art classes at Polson Foursquare Church’s Vacation Bible School (K-sixth grade), Aug. 5-9, from 6-9 p.m. Call the church office at (406) 883-9347 or email: pfcgregg@gmail.com, for registration details. Training, snacks, T-shirts and lots of fun are all included. Walk-ins are always welcome all week. 

 

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