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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

 

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.

 

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.

 

Experience ‘Lights under the Big Sky’

RONAN — On Saturday, Dec. 11, “Lights Under the Big Sky” will provide fun and entertainment for residents of the Mission Valley at the Ronan Fairgrounds from 5-9 p.m. There will be holiday lights displays; family activities and Santa.

 

Faith Lutheran to hold Advent, Christmas Eve services

RONAN - Faith Lutheran Church, 406 5th Ave. SW, will hold Advent services on Wednesdays, Dec. 4, 11, and 18, at 7 p.m. and a Christmas Candlelight service on Dec. 24, at 4 p.m.

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Wednesday, November 20

Library’s Page Turners to meet

11/20/2024

POLSON — On Wednesday, Nov. 20, from 3:30-4:30 p.m. The Page Turner’s Youth Book Club will meet. This month’s selection is “Kiki’s Delivery Service” by Eiko Kadono. We will have a fun book discussion, games and snacks. Sign up at the front desk or call the North Lake County Public Library at 406-883-8225. 

 

Meditation classes offered

11/20/2024

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.

 

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Tribal Health discusses diabetes

11/20/2024

ELMO — The Tribal Health Diabetes Team would like to invite the community to a”Diabetes Meet-and-Greet Dinner” held across at the Elmo Health 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.

 

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Thursday, November 21

Bingo proceeds benefit Lake Monsters

11/21/2024

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.

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Library holds ‘Story Time’

11/21/2024

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.

Wednesday, November 27

Final day to order Thanksgiving dinner

11/27/2024

POLSON — Call 406-493-7556 (or text) your order for the 2024 Polson Community Thanksgiving Dinner by 10 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 27. Dinner may be picked up or delivered on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, Nov. 28. This dinner is supported by Mission Valley Elks Lodge #1695.

 

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Thursday, November 28

Pick up your Thanksgiving Dinner

11/28/2024

POLSON —Thanksgiving Dinners can be picked up between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. at the Elks Lodge, 512 Main Street. This dinner is supported by Mission Valley Elks Lodge #1695.

 

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St. Ignatius to serve free homemade Thanksgiving community meal

11/28/2024

St. Ignatius will be serving a Free Homemade Thanksgiving Community Meal on Thanksgiving Day from noon-2 p.m. Meals will be served to-go or can come in to the Sr. Citizens Center and have a sit down meal together. Turkey, ham, mashed potatoes/gravy, stuffing, rolls, dessert. Any information needed, please contact Kimimi Ashley @ 406-273-8203.

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Saturday, November 30

Bookfest Club to read ‘The Secret Garden’

11/30/2024

POLSON — On Saturday, Nov. 30, from 10-11 a.m., the Bookfest Club is meeting. The November’s Book Selection is “The Secret Garden” by Frances Hodgson Burnett. 

Join us Saturday, Nov. 30, at 10 a.m. for book discussion and pastries in our Community Room. Coffee and tea are available for purchase from The Joyful Cup in the library, or bring your own. 

Please be sure to stop by the front desk or call 406-883-8225 to sign up.

 

Polson tree lighting held

11/30/2024

POLSON — Bring the whole family to Polson’s annual tree lighting ceremony at 5:30 p.m. at the Lake County Courthouse. There will be hot chocolate and chocolate chip cookies provided by Lake City Baker. Come sing some carols and start the holiday festivities with neighbors.

Shop Small Business Saturday

11/30/2024

MISSION VALLEY — Bring your holiday shopping to small businesses and avoid the chaos of larger stores on Small Business Saturday. Polson storefronts will be open with specials between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.

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