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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, January 1

‘Battle of the Boots’ offers healthy start to New Year

1/1/2022

FLATHEAD VALLEY — From Jan. 1-31, Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks is hosting the “Battle of the Boots”

competition at state parks in the Flathead Valley to encourage a healthy start to the new year outdoors. Recreationists are encouraged to log their miles hiked in Flathead Lake State Parks, West Shore Unit in Lakeside or Lone Pine State Park in Kalispell or Flathead Lake State Park West Shore Unit, in Lakeside or Flathead Lake State Park Big Arm unit in Big Arm.  At the end of the month, the participants with the most miles from each park will receive a prize.

 

 

Tuesday, January 4

Quilt Guild to hold regular meeting

1/4/2022

RONAN — The regular Mission Mountain Quilt Guild meeting will be held on Tuesday, Jan. 4, at the Terrace Lake Community Church at 6:30 p.m. There will be open sewing at 3 p.m. before the meeting.

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Thursday, January 6

Flathead Irrigation District holds special meeting

1/6/2022

RONAN — The Flathead Irrigation District will hold a special meeting on Jan. 6, 2022, at 1 p.m. at the Lake County Extension Office, 303 Third Ave., NW. (Please use the back door.)  You can go to: http://www.flatheadirrigationdistrict.org for more details.

 

Free food business ZOOM workshop

1/6/2022

LAKE COUNTY —  Mission West Community Development Program announces, “Concept to Consumer,” a free ZOOM workshop that will be held on Thursday, Jan. 6, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. This wide-ranging class will provide you with a firm foundation for starting your food business. Topics covered will include: target market development, cottage food law, The Food Safety Modernization Act, food product development, and processing options. The following link will set you up for the class: https://lccdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/ or call 406-676-5928.

 

Join Ronan Chamber luncheon

1/6/2022

RONAN — The Ronan Area Chamber of Commerce January luncheon is scheduled for Thursday, Jan. 6 at noon at  the Allentown Restaurant in Ninepipes Lodge.  This networking luncheon is a chance to connect with other local business owners and professionals, and learn a few tidbits to take back to work.

Carol Blodgett (Blodgett Marketing) will present on the advantages of digital marketing. 

 

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Friday, January 14

Band of Drifters to entertain in Polson

1/14/2022

POLSON — At 7 p.m. on Friday evening, Jan. 14, 2022, in the Polson High School Auditorium the group “Band of Drifters” will play modern American roots music. Their music draws from country, folk and blues traditions with an emphasis on original songs, done in the old style. 

Wearing of masks is strongly recommended. Advance tickets are available online for $13 at our ticket outlets in Polson at First Interstate Bank and the Perfect Shot Tavern and in Ronan at Ronan True Value and Health Care Solutions. Single ticket will be sold at the door for $15. Go online at missionvalleylive.com for more information.

 

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