Friday, November 1
Parents invited to learn mosaic art with kids
ARLEE — The Arlee Community Development Corporation is offering a tile mosaic workshop for parents and kids third grade and up on Friday, Nov. 1, from 10 a.m. to1 p.m. The class will be taught by mixed media artist Sean Parson, who will discuss his artwork currently on display at the Arlee CDC gallery and give a demonstration of the tile mosaic creation process. Participants of all ages will have the chance to design their own tile mosaic to take home. This family-friendly workshop includes all materials and snacks. Space is limited, so reserve your spot now by calling 406-726-5550 or email: info@arleecdc.org.
Three-day Holiday Bazaar to be held in Polson
POLSON — The annual Holiday Bazaar will be held on Friday, Nov. 1 from 4-9 p.m.; Saturday, Nov. 2, from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sunday Nov. 3, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Kwa TaqNuk.
Saturday, November 2
Library holds meet and greet, seeks volunteers
POLSON — Join the Friends of the Library in the Community Room at the Polson library on Saturday, Nov. 2, from 2 to 4 p.m. for a meet and greet event to learn about future book sale plans and volunteer opportunities.
Tuesday, November 5
Library closes for election day
POLSON —The North Lake County Public Library and The Joyful Cup will be closed on Tuesday, Nov. 5, for election day and staff development. The Digital Library never closes. Visit the website at: www.northlakecountylibrary.org to explore.
Tack manufacturer to attend MV Back Country Horsemen meeting
RONAN — Mission Valley Back Country Horsemen will hold their next monthly meeting on Nov. 5, at 7 p.m. at the VFW in Ronan on Round Butte Rd. Our program will be presented by Janey Salomon of KC Pony Co. She has handcrafted high quality mohair tack and knit and crocheted wool apparel for the discerning horse person.
You can also contact her at: KCPonyCo@gmail.com (KC Pony Co, LLC Facebook). Remember, Christmas will soon be upon us! Hope to see you there.
Wednesday, November 6
Meditation classes offered
ZOOM — Mission Mountain Zen is offering free online meditation classes. Join the Mission Mountain Zen Center on Wednesdays, for an online meditation class led by Zen Teacher, Zenku, including meditation instruction, practice, and discussion via Zoom from 6-7:30 p.m.
For more information and a Zoom link to the class call Zenku at 847-721-0665 or email at: Jerry.Smyers@gmail.com.
Meditation classes offered
ZOOM — Mission Mountain Zen is offering free online meditation classes. Join the Mission Mountain Zen Center on Wednesdays, for an online meditation class led by Zen Teacher, Zenku, including meditation instruction, practice, and discussion via Zoom from 6-7:30 p.m.
For more information and a Zoom link to the class call Zenku at 847-721-0665 or email at: Jerry.Smyers@gmail.com.
Teacher to discuss Generative AI
POLSON — Connor Mulvaney is a Computer Science Teacher and AI Specialist at Polson High School and he will give a brief overview of Generative AI (GenAI) technology and discuss use cases for GenAI technology in business, education, and personal life on Wednesday, Nov. 6, at noon at Bunkers.
Teacher to discuss Generative AI
POLSON — Connor Mulvaney is a Computer Science Teacher and AI Specialist at Polson High School and will give a brief overview of Generative AI (GenAI) technology and discuss use cases for GenAI technology in business, education, and personal life on Wednesday, Nov. 6, at noon at Bunkers.
Transportation Committee to meet
PABLO — Lake County Transportation Advisory Committee (TAC) will meet on Wednesday, Nov. 6, at 11 a.m. at CSKT Transit Center, 52001 Quicksilver Rd, Pablo to discuss public transportation issues including vehicle purchases in 2025.
Transportation Committee to meet
PABLO — Lake County Transportation Advisory Committee (TAC) will meet on Wednesday, Nov. 6, at 11 a.m. at CSKT Transit Center, 52001 Quicksilver Rd, Pablo to discuss public transportation issues including vehicle purchases in 2025.
Tribal Health discusses diabetes
ST. IGNATIUS — The Tribal Health Diabetes Team would like to invite the community to a “Diabetes Meet-and-Greet Dinner” held at St. Ignatius Fitness Center.
We will learn about diabetes and ask questions as we socialize over dinner from 6-7:30 p.m. To register go to: or call Merissa Pablo for more information at: 406-745-3525 ext. 5179. Food catered and a chance to win a door prize.
Tribal Health hosts diabetes dinner
ST. IGNATIUS — The Tribal Health Diabetes Team would like to invite the community to a “Diabetes Meet-and-Greet Dinner” held across at St. Ignatius Fitness Center. We will learn about diabetes and ask questions as we socialize over dinner from 6-7:30 p.m.
To register go to: forms.office.come/r/zv4um3nJNM?ORIGIN=QRCode or call Merissa Pablo for more information at: 406-745-3525 ext. 5179. Food catered and a change to win a door prize.
Thursday, November 7
‘Story Time’ held
POLSON — Story Time is held each Thursday from 10 -11a.m. Join us to read books, make crafts and play games with your little ones at the North Lake County Public Library. This program is geared for kindergarten readiness ages 3-5. Miss Mallory will be running this program during our transition in Youth Services.
Friday, November 8
Jazz trio entertains
POLSON — An incredible jazz trio, Duende Libre Trio, whose original music combines jazz virtuosity with rhythms from Cuba, Brazil and the Mediterranean into a strikingly authentic blend. Tickets are available at: missionvalleylive.com; First Interstate Bank in Polson or True Value in Ronan. Tickets are $15 at the door and all youth 18 and younger are free.
Jazz trio entertains
POLSON— An incredible jazz trio, Duende Libre Trio, whose original music combines jazz virtuosity with rhythms from Cuba, Brazil and the Mediterranean into a strikingly authentic blend. Ticks are available at: missionvalleylive.com; First Interstate Bank in Polson or True Value in Ronan. Tickets are $15 at the door and all youth 18 and younger are free.
Saturday, November 9
Learn about animals in winter
KALISPELL— Lone Pine State Park is hosting an interactive family program on Nov. 9 focused on animals in wintertime. The program will be from 10-11a.m. at the visitor center. This interactive program, ideal for elementary-aged children and their families, reveals the unique ways animals cope with freezing temperatures and snow. From true hibernators like ground squirrels and bats to animals like bears that enter torpor and others, such as snowshoe hares and foxes, that stay active, participants will explore the hidden world of winter wildlife. Registration is required. For more information or to secure your spot, call 406-755-2706, ext. 0.
Save the date for the 36th annual Holiday Bazaar
RONAN — Support local vendors and businesses on Saturday, Nov. 9, at the 39th Annual Holiday Bazaar at the Ronan Community Center beginning at 10 a.m. and ends at 3 p.m. A silent auction also begins at 10 a.m. and ends at 2:45 p.m. Lunch will be available for purchase along with pioneer stories shared, quilt raffles, and a holiday stocking drawing. Call Connie Romero at 406-676-0588 or email: gfwcmissionvalleywomansclub@gmail.com with questions.
Save the date for the 36th annual Holiday Bazaar
RONAN — Support local vendors and businesses on Saturday, Nov. 9, at the 39th Annual Holiday Bazaar at the Ronan Community Center beginning at 10 a.m. and ends at 3 p.m. A silent auction also begins at 10 a.m. and ends at 2:45 p.m. Lunch will be available for purchase along with pioneer stories shared, a quilt raffles, and a holiday stocking drawing. Call Connie Romero at 406-676-0588 or email: gfwcmissionvalleywomansclub@gmail.com with questions.
Save the date for the 36th annual Holiday Bazaar
RONAN — Support local vendors and businesses on Saturday, Nov. 9, at the 39th Annual Holiday Bazaar at the Ronan Community Center beginning at 10 a.m. and ends at 3 p.m. A silent auction also begins at 10 a.m. and ends at 2:45 p.m. Lunch will be available for purchase along with pioneer stories shared, a quilt raffles, and a holiday stocking drawing. Call Connie Romero at 406-676-0588 or email: gfwcmissionvalleywomansclub@gmail.com with questions.
Monday, November 11
Library closed for Veterans Day
POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library will be closed on Monday, Nov. 11, for Veterans Day.
Wednesday, November 13
FVCC Art Department presents Gallery Talk
KALISPELL — The FVCC Art Department with FVCC Instructor/Photographer Jim Goudy
Flathead Valley Community College’s art department is set to host an exhibition closing and gallery talk with photographer and FVCC instructor Jim Goudy on Nov. 13. The event will be in the Arts and Technology Building lobby from 4:30-6 p.m. Attendance is free and open to all. For more information about FVCC’s Art Department offerings, visit: fvcc.edu/art.
Meditation classes offered
ZOOM — Mission Mountain Zen is offering free online meditation classes. Join the Mission Mountain Zen Center on Wednesdays, for an online meditation class led by Zen Teacher, Zenku, including meditation instruction, practice, and discussion via Zoom from 6-7:30 p.m. For more information and a Zoom link to the class call Zenku at 847-721-0665 or email at: Jerry.Smyers@gmail.com.
Tribal Health discusses diabetes
POLSON — The Tribal Health Diabetes Team would like to invite the community to a”Diabetes Meet-and-Greet Dinner” held at the Polson Tribal Senior Center. We will learn about diabetes and ask questions as we socialize over dinner from 6-7:30 p.m. To register go to: forms.office.come/r/zv4um3nJNM?ORIGIN=QRCode or call Merissa Pablo for more information at: 406-745-3525 ext. 5179.
Food catered and a chance to win a door prize.
Tribal Health hosts diabetes dinner
POLSON — The Tribal Health Diabetes Team would like to invite the community to a “Diabetes Meet-and-Greet Dinner” held across at the Polson Tribal Senior Center. We will learn about diabetes and ask questions as we socialize over dinner from 6-7:30 p.m. To register go to: forms.office.come/r/zv4um3nJNM?ORIGIN=QRCode or call Merissa Pablo for more information at: 406-745-3525 ext. 5179. Food catered and a change to win a door prize.
Thursday, November 14
Bingo proceeds benefit Lake Monsters
POLSON — Bingo Night will be held at Glacier Brewing Company, (corner of 110th and Main Street), on Thursdays in November at 6 p.m. Join the fun and support the Lake Monsters swim team. Bingo cards cost $1 plus there will be raffles and door prizes
Donation day held at library
POLSON — Friends of the Library will hold their donation day on Nov. 14 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.
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.
Lake County Conservation District to meet
RONAN — The regular monthly board meeting for the Lake County Conservation District will be held on Thursday, Nov. 14, at 6:30 p.m. (every second Thursday of the month at 6:30 p.m.) at 64352 US Hwy. 93.
Meetings are open to the public and agendas may be found at: LakeCountyConservationDistrict.org
Library holds ‘Story Time’
POLSON — Story Time is held each Thursday from 10 -11a.m. Join us to read books, make crafts and play games with your little ones at the North Lake County Public Library. This program is geared for kindergarten readiness ages 3-5. Miss Mallory will run this program during our transition in Youth Services.
Masumola Club invitation delivered
POLSON — Don’t be a turkey! Plan to join your hosts, Mike and Trish Rodrique and Christine and Gary Pitts at the Masumola Clubhouse on Thursday, Nov. 14. Festivities will get underway with a social hour at 5:45 p.m. It’s an early Thanksgiving gathering so please remember your plates, utensils, beverage of choice and a dish to share. Suggested food distribution: A – H dessert; I– O salad or vegetable; P – Z hot dish.