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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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Wednesday, December 10

Advent service and soup supper

12/10/2014

RONAN - Midweek Advent Worship Service and Soup Supper. Faith Lutheran Church in Ronan will be holding soup suppers during Wednesdays in December (December 10 and 17) at 6 pm followed by evening worship services at 7 pm. All are welcome as we enter this Advent season worshiping our God who comes to dwell with us.

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Advent services, soup supper

12/10/2014

RONAN - St. Paul Lutheran Church - Advent Services at 7:00 pm. Join us for soup supper before the service at 6:00 pm. The church is located at 35861 Terrace Lake Road, Ronan. Call the church at 676-8280 for more information.

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NARFE celebrates Christmas

12/10/2014

RONAN — The National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association will meet for their annual Christmas party at the Ronan Café on Wednesday, Dec. 10 at 11:30 a.m. Lunch will be from the menu.

Following lunch, there will be a program featuring Jill Simpson from the Mission Valley Animal Shelter. Before departing, there will be a brief meeting conducted by Bryan River. A Merry Christmas is wished for all.

 

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Thursday, December 11

Basket winners drawn at bank

12/11/2014

RONAN — The eighth annual Community Spirit Raffle, sponsored by Community Bank to benefit Lake County Food Pantries, takes place at Community Bank Ronan at 6 p.m. on Dec. 11. Baskets are on display at both the Ronan and Polson Community Banks until the drawing date. You can purchase raffle tickets for $1 each at the front desk and then put your name on the back of the ticket and place them in the attached bag on the basket of your choice. For additional details, call (406) 676-4600.

 

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Veterans, families, public invited to potluck

12/11/2014

RONAN — The VFW 5652 and the Ladies Auxiliary of Ronan would like to invite veterans, their families and the public to a Community Christmas Potluck Dinner to be held at the VFW Hall in Ronan on Thursday, Dec. 11, at 6 p.m. Bring a salad or a dessert. Main dishes will be furnished. For more information, call Marge Fay at (406) 676-3380.

 

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Friday, December 12

Elementary concerts performed in Ronan

12/12/2014

RONAN — The K. William Harvey Christmas Concert is on Dec. 12, at the Performance Arts Center, which is located in the Ronan Events Center. There are four concerts: first graders perform at 9 a.m.; fourth graders at 10:30 a.m.; second graders at 12:30 p.m.; and third graders at 2 p.m. 

 

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Saturday, December 13

Group provides holiday festivities for St. Luke residents

12/13/2014

RONAN — The Kuilix chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution will host a Christmas party for the residents of the St. Luke’s Assisted Living Center in Ronan at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 13. We will be entertained with festive holiday music played by “Ukulele Jam.” Refreshments will be provided.

 

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Wednesday, December 17

Attend midweek Advent worship services, suppers

12/17/2014

RONAN — Faith Lutheran Church in Ronan will hold soup suppers during Wednesdays in December at 6 p.m. followed by evening worship services at 7 p.m. All are welcome as we enter this Advent season worshiping our God who comes to dwell with us.

 

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Join Advent services, soup supper

12/17/2014

RONAN - St. Paul Lutheran Church invites you to Advent Services at 7 p.m. Join us for soup supper before the service at 6 p.m. The church is located at 35861 Terrace Lake Road, Ronan. Call the church at 676-8280 for more information.

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Thursday, December 18

RHS to release lanterns

12/18/2014

RONAN — To remember those who cannot be with us during the holidays, the Ronan High School Student Council is sponsoring a “Remembrance Lantern” program. Sky Lanterns will be released Thursday, Dec. 18, at 6 p.m. in the Ronan High School parking lot. All are invited to attend the releasing of the lanterns. Student Council members will sell lanterns for $5 from Nov. 26 - Dec. 18. To include your loved one, please talk to a Student Council member or contact advisor Bonnie Eva at (406) 676-3390, ext. 7543.

 

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Speaker to explain Chamber benefits

12/18/2014

RONAN — The Mission Valley Sub-network of Missoula Businesswomen’s Network will welcome Amber Pacheco-Holm from Polson’s Chamber of Commerce on Thursday, Dec. 18 from 11:45 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Lake County Community Development building in Ronan. Her topic will be: “Chamber of Commerce - Who we are, What we do, and How we can Help Add Valuable Opportunities for Your Business.” The lunch sponsor is Diane Gilliland, from Thirty One Gifts.

 

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Friday, December 19

Light up your night with parade, Santa, drawing

12/19/2014

RONAN — The annual Parade of Lights will be held on Main Street Friday, Dec. 19 at 6 p.m. Line up begins at 5:30 p.m. The Second Chance Saloon will donate kids’ candy but donations of candy, fruit or snacks are appreciated. Santa will be at the City Park for pictures and the Holiday Extravaganza drawing will take place following the parade. For more information, call (406) 544-2199 or (406) 544-3219.

 

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