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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 11

Join evening bible school, supper

7/11/2013 - 7/14/2013

ST. IGNATIUS — Vacation Bible School at Mission Valley United Methodist Church is July 11-14, from 5:30-8:00 p.m. A light supper is served. Come and join the fun.

 

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Saturday, July 13

Award winning pianist to give concert

7/13/2013

ST. IGNATIUS — Award winning pianist John Nilsen will give a concert on Saturday, July 13, at 7 p.m. at Mission Valley United Methodist Church, Highway 93 at the top of Post Creek Hill. He was here two years ago and his music is beautiful. Come join us for a relaxing evening. For more information, call MVUMC at (406) 644-0122.

 

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Monday, July 15

Bible school to include crafts, games, more

7/15/2013 - 7/19/2013

ST. IGNATIUS — St. Ignatius Mission Vacation Bible School will be held July 15-19 from 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. The theme this year is “Trust God, No Matter.” Registration forms are available in the front of St. Ignatius Mission, Sacred Heart Church in Arlee and Jocko Churches, as well as other locations. 

Crafts, stories, music, games, snacks and lots more will make for a fun time for all. Call Sr. Mary at (406) 745-2768 or Sr. Margaret at (406) 726-3540 for a registration form or more information.

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Wrestling camp open to all students

7/15/2013 - 7/17/2013

ST. IGNATIUS — Iron Dog Wrestling Camp, scheduled for July 15- 17 at St. Ignatius High School, has two sessions each day. One from 9 a.m.-noon and another from 1-4 p.m. The camp is open to students k-12, costs $35 and includes a T-shirt and lunches. 

The camp features several former and current college All Americans. 

Any proceeds go directly to Iron Dog Wrestling Club. To register or ask questions, call Coach Cronk at (406) 210-0874.

 

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Wednesday, July 17

Discover the color of humanity

7/17/2013

ST. IGNATIUS — The Flathead Reservation Human Rights Coalition is sponsoring Dr. George Price’s slideshow presentation titled, “From the Earth: the true colors of humanity,” at 6 p.m. on July 17 at Mission Valley United Methodist Church. This is a potluck so bring a dish to share. The slideshow contrasts between many origin stories of indigenous peoples worldwide, exploring where the first people came from and the concept of human races imposed upon us during the 17th and 18th centuries.

An open, civil and respectful discussion will follow. This is free and open to the public. For more information, contact FRHRC: (406) 745-4259, or (406) 824-2821.

 

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Friday, July 19

‘Good Old Days’ provides three days of fun

7/19/2013 - 7/21/2013

ST. IGNATIUS — “Good Old Days in St. Ignatius” is three days of family fun in the Good Old Days Park. This year’s event will be held July 19-21. Friday family night will start with a barbecue dinner, followed by entertainment and fireworks. Saturday will be the Buffalo Run, pancake breakfast, parade, fun and games in the park, lots of special events and food. Sunday, a fly-in at the airport with free airplane rides for children ages 8 to 17.

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Class of 1963 plans busy reunion during Good Old Days

7/19/2013 - 7/20/2013

ST. IGNATIUS — The Mission class of 1963 will celebrate its fiftieth-year reunion during St. Ignatius Good Old Days, July 19-21. On Friday July 19 we meet at Ron and LaVonne Olmsted’s at 1 p.m. to work on the float. That evening we meet at Good Old Days Park for the Chamber of Commerce barbecue from 5:30-7:30 p.m. On Saturday those who wish may have breakfast from 7 a.m.-noon at St. Ignatius Senior Citizens' Center and then meet at the school for the parade, ride on the float and have lunch at the park. We meet at the quad on the south side of the high school at 2 p.m. to tour the school. Any other classes that are meeting are welcome to join us. After 3 p.m. we gather at the Olmsted’s for visiting and a picnic catered by the Amish.   

For more information, call LaVonne at (406) 745-3423.

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St. Ignatius holds “little ones” pageant

7/19/2013

ST. IGNATIUS — Little Miss and Mr. Good Old Days Pageant will be held Friday, July 19, at 2 p.m. in the Saint Ignatius Elementary School cafeteria. For more information on how to sign up your young ones, visit www.MissionMountainPageants.Weebly.com. You may pick up an entry form at Stuart’s NAPA, Mountain View Cenex or Old Timer Café. For more information, call Pam Thompson at (406) 396-7838.

 

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Saturday, July 20

Classmates to celebrate turning 75 years old together

7/20/2013

ST. IGNATIUS — The classmates of St. Ignatius class of 1956 plan to celebrate turning 75 years old by riding on a float in the Good Old Days parade on July 20. Classmates meet at the high school at 10 a.m. to prepare for the parade. A barbecue at Chuck’s place will follow the parade. Call (406) 755 5850 or (406) 745-44544, for more information.

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Runners run for fun in St. Ignatius

7/20/2013

ST. IGNATIUS — The 2013 Buffalo Run in St. Ignatius is a 1-mile Fun Run, a 4-mile run-walk, a 7-mile, and a half-marathon. The half-marathon starts promptly at 7 a.m. All other races start at 8 a.m. The races start on Main Street in front of Gambles. Pre-entry deadline is July 16, and the cost is $20 for pre-registration with a T-shirt, and $10 without. All registration postmarked after July 16 will be considered day-of-the-race registration, which is $25 with a T-shirt and $15 without. Entry forms are available at: stlukehealthnet.org. 

 

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