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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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Saturday, March 14

Benefit dinner to help with medical expenses

3/14/2015

RONAN — A benefit for Danell “Bumper” Thingelstad will take place on Saturday, March 14. Starting at 4 p.m. at the K. William Harvey gym there will be a Sloppy Joe dinner, a silent auction and a live auction. The drawing for the two raffles will also happen during this time. We are raffling off a Browning 22 rifle with 1,000 rounds and also have a three prize raffle with a Guy Rowbury print signed and framed, a quilt made by local quilters and 1/2 of a pig cut and wrapped as the prizes. Following there will be music, a 50/50 drawing, a white elephant event and a wine pull at 325 Bar to finish the night off. 

Tickets are $5 per person or $20 per family. Call (406) 676-3278 or (406) 207-3744, for more information.
 

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Support fairgrounds, attend fashion show

3/14/2015

RONAN — On Saturday, March 14, the Friends of Ronan Fairgrounds and Murdoch’s Ranch and Home Supply in Polson will present a “Color My World” fashion at Ninepipes Lodge. Tickets for the show and a buffet lunch are $25. Doors open and the lunch buffet is available starting at 11:30 a.m. with the show beginning at 12:30 p.m. Tickets are available at Murdoch’s in Polson, Access Montana in Ronan and Cenex and Valley Bank in St. Ignatius. This event is a fundraiser for the Lake County Fairgrounds in Ronan. For more information, call Cynthia Preston at (406) 644-2422, cj@charlo.net, Sjaan Vincent at (406) 644-2863,sjaanvincent@live.com or Gayle Wilhelm, (406) 471-0371, gayle@montanasky.net.

 

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Support local communities

3/14/2015

RONAN  — The 29th annual Ronan Women’s Club Craft Fair and Flea Market is set for Saturday, March 14, from 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. at the Ronan Community Center. Lunch includes fry bread, Indian tacos, soup and sandwiches. There will be a silent auction and over 40 vendors - woodworking, handmade crafts, jewelry, art, etc.

For more information, contact Alice Gleason at (406) 676-5079 or Ronan Woman’s Club at: ronanwomansclub@gfwcmontana.org. All proceeds support Mission Valley communities.

 

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Sunday, March 15

Women serve-up ‘Spring Fling Brunch’

3/15/2015

RONAN — The annual Spring Fling Brunch hosted by Round Butte Woman’s Club will be held Sunday, March 15, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Jack’s sourdough pancakes will be served.The ladies will also serve biscuits and sausage gravy, scrambled eggs and fresh fruit. The Clubhouse is located eight miles west of Ronan on Round Butte Road. Please call Geri Herreid at (406) 676-3054, for more information.

 

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Tuesday, March 17

Learn baby food tips

3/17/2015

RONAN — The Lake County Health Department is sponsoring a Parents as Teachers Group Connection in Ronan at the MSU Lake County Extension office, 300 Third Street NW, on Tuesday, March 17, from 10-11:30 a.m.

Gina Lozar, registered dietitian with the Polson WIC office, will talk about transitioning from pureed baby foods to finger/table foods and give tips on making fun and healthy snacks. Pregnant moms and families with children under the age of 5 are welcome to attend. Snacks will be served. See our Facebook page for more information: https://www.facebook.com/lakecountypat or call the Lake County Health Department at (406) 883-7288.

 

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Legion to meet

3/17/2015

RONAN — The American Legion Auxiliary Ronan Unit #138 is meeting on Tuesday, March 17, at 7 p.m. at the American Legion Hall in Ronan, 63869 Highway 93, next to Stageline Pizza. New members are welcome. For more information, call Lorie Noble at (406) 210-0381. 

 

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Ronan readies for wearing of the green

3/17/2015

RONAN — Join “O’Ronan” in celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with their 26th annual parade down Main Street at 5:30 p.m. Celebrate over a quarter century of blarney and debauchery with a float, drive, walk or ride on Tuesday, March 17. Line up west of the hospital at 5:15 p.m. 

For more information, call Mike Bartel at (406) 676-0808, Kandi at (406) 544-2199 or (406) 676-9491 or the Pheasant Lounge at (406) 676- 9431.

 

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Wednesday, March 18

Lenten services to follow soup supper

3/18/2015

RONAN — Join us for Lenten Services on Wednesday, March 18, at 7 p.m. at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 35821 Terrace Lake Road. We will have a soup supper before the service at 6 p.m. Call the church at (406) 676-8280, if you need more information.

 

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Thursday, March 19

Women’s Network to discuss workplace design

3/19/2015

RONAN – The Mission Valley Sub-network of Missoula Businesswomen’s Network is a network of ‘Women Supporting Women’ in Western Montana. On Thursday, March 19, from 11:45 a.m. - 1 p.m. at the Lake County Community Development Building, 407 W Main Street, Susan Boelman, IIDA and NCIDQ Certified, from Design Inspires, (Smart workplaces for people and profits), will discuss, “New Rules For Clutter: Creating Room for Workspace Success in 2015.” The lunch sponsor will be Brooke Roberts of St Luke Health Care. Please RSVP by Tuesday, March 17, to: ldville@yahoo.com.

 

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Saturday, March 21

Audition for mystery play

3/21/2015

RONAN —Coming soon… auditions for the upcoming Community Play, “Trouble Bubbles at the Hot Springs” at the Ronan Performing Arts Center. 

Auditions are scheduled for Saturday, March 21, at 1 p.m. 

The play will be performed on June 26-27, 2015. 

Please contact Jessica Davis at (406) 350-1332, for further information. 

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Breakfast proceeds to benefit veterans

3/21/2015

RONAN — The American Legion Post 138 of Ronan will serve Fish and Pancakes for breakfast along with biscuits and gravy at the Ronan Senior Center on Saturday, March 21, from 7-11 a.m. 

The price is $5 per plate. All proceeds will benefit veterans and the community.

 

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Wednesday, March 25

Lenten services follow soup supper

3/25/2015

RONAN — Join us for Lenten Services on Wednesday, March 25, at 7 p.m. at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 35821 Terrace Lake Road. We will have a soup supper before the service at 6 p.m. 

Call the church at (406) 676-8280, if you need more information.

 

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