Saturday, December 3
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church holds sixth annual Christmas Bazaar
POLSON — On Saturday, Dec. 3, Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 409 Fourth Ave. E, will hold their sixth annual Christmas Bazaar between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. There will also be a “Grab n’ Go Treats Café. They are still looking for vendors with handmade crafts to sell. Call 406-883-5864, for more information.
MV Youth Foundation holds Festival of Trees
POLSON — It’s Festival time! Festival of Trees that is. This will be the Festivals 22nd year in Polson. Mark your calendar for Saturday, Dec. 3. The Festival generates funds for the Mission Valley Youth Foundation. The Mission Valley Youth Foundation solicits applications from youth based non-profit programs within the Mission Valley. Mission Valley Youth Foundation Board members are: Brooke Ingram, Jamie Buhr, Roxanne Duckworth, Linda Fisher, Laura Burland, Trudy Pedersen, and Brittany Cathey.
MV Youth Foundation holds Festival of Trees
POLSON — It’s Festival time! Festival of Trees that is. This will be the Festivals 22nd year in Polson. Mark your calendar for Saturday, Dec. 3. The Festival generates funds for the Mission Valley Youth Foundation. The Mission Valley Youth Foundation solicits applications from youth based non-profit programs within the Mission Valley. Mission Valley Youth Foundation Board members are: Brooke Ingram, Jamie Buhr, Roxanne Duckworth, Linda Fisher, Laura Burland, Trudy Pedersen, and Brittany Cathey.
Santa, Grinch expected at Christmas Carnival
ST. IGNATIUS — The annual St. Ignatius Christmas Carnival is Saturday, Dec 3, at 2 p.m., at the new St. Ignatius High School gym. We will have Santa, the Grinch, and games for kids to play. Following the carnival we will have a tree lighting and parade of lights at around 5:30 p.m. We will have two trailers for caroling as well. There will be a small raffle at the parade also.
Monday, December 5
Mondays mean Mother Goose
POLSON — Join us at 9:15 a.m. at the North Lake County Public Library. Mother Goose is geared toward ages 0 to 3, but all are welcome. We encourage parents & caregivers to participate with their children for this early learning time. The doors open at 9 a.m.
Wednesday, December 7
Free meditation classes offered weekly
ZOOM — Mission Mountain Zen is offering free online meditation classes. Please join us and take advantage of this opportunity. For more information and a Zoom link to the class call Zenku at 847-721-0665 or email at: Jerry.Smyers@gmail.com.
Learn Excel Level II
RONAN — A free workshop to learn Excel Level II skills is offered by Mission West Community Development Partners, 407 Main Street, from 9 a.m.- 3 p.m. on Dec. 7. Call 406-676-5928 or go to: www.missionwestcdp.org for more information.
PAWsitive Reading Partners on tap at library
POLSON — Come read with Riley (a registered therapy dog) for 15 minutes on Wednesdays, from 3-4 p.m. Registration is required. Bring your favorite book, or pick one from the shelves. Riley loves listening to stories. Sign up for your time slot at the library or call us at 406-883-8225.
Thursday, December 8
Ronan Library District invites youngsters to Story Time Program
RONAN — Every Thursday, from 11 a.m.-noon, the Ronan Library holds a reading program. Each program is geared toward the developmental needs of children 3-6 years old. The weekly program offers interactive readings, activities, and guided crafts for children. If needed, we are ready to modify the program for younger and older children or if you have a group of five or more children. Call the Ronan Library at 406-676-3682, for more information.
Story Time on tap at Polson library
POLSON — Join us for Story Time every Thursday from 9–10:30 a.m. in the library meeting room. This program is geared for kindergarten readiness for ages 3-5. Hats, mittens and scarves will be the theme for Dec. 8.
Friday, December 9
Lights under the Big Sky begins
RONAN — Lights Under the Big Sky takes place at the Ronan Fairgrounds Dec. 9-10 and 16-17 from 5-9 p.m. There will be a Christmas market, food, live music, Santa and kids activities. Join the family fun. The entry fee is $4 per person or $20 for a family of 6 or more.
Port Polson Players presents The Diary of Anne Frank
POLSON — The Diary of Anne Frank will be presented at Polson’s heated Log Theatre on Friday, Dec. 9, at 7 p.m. Call 406-883-9212 or go to: PortPolsonPlayers.com for your reservations.
Save the date for Ronan’s Parade of Lights
RONAN — The Ronan Chamber of Commerce will hold their annual Parade of Lights on Friday, Dec. 9, at 6 p.m. on Main Street. The parade starts behind St. Luke Hospital with lineup at 5:30 p.m. Call 406-883-0570 for more information.
Saturday, December 10
4H holds annual Christmas Bazaar
The Mission Valley Ranch Hands 4-H Club will hold it's annual Christmas Bazaar on Dec. 10, 2022, at the St. Ignatius High School Gym from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. It features a wide variety of vendors and concessions.
Ducks Unlimited to hold annual banquet
POLSON — The annual Ducks Unlimited Banquet will be held on Saturday, Dec. 10, at the Mission Valley Elks Lodge, 512 Main Street. Doors open and cocktails begin at 5:30 p.m. Dinner is served at 7 p.m. For more information call 406-885-6345.
Port Polson Players presents The Diary of Anne Frank
POLSON — The Diary of Anne Frank will be presented at Polson’s heated Log Theatre on Saturday, Dec. 10, at 7 p.m. Call 406-883-9212 or go to: PortPolsonPlayers.com for your reservations.
Vendors needed for Two Eagle River bazaar
PABLO — Vendors are needed for Two Eagle River School in Pablo. They will be holding a Holiday Bazaar on Saturday, Dec. 10, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Vendors are invited to register by calling 406-675-0292 or stopping by the school. Table cost is $15 for one table or $25 for two tables.
Sunday, December 11
Gift wrapping by donation to fund library renovation
POLSON — Get your gifts wrapped at Murdoch’s on Dec. 11 and make a donation to the North Lake county Public Library’s renovation project.
Port Polson Players presents The Diary of Anne Frank
POLSON — The Diary of Anne Frank will be presented at Polson’s heated Log Theatre on Sunday, dec. 11, at 2 p.m. Call 406-883-9212 or go to: PortPolsonPlayers.com for your reservations.
Monday, December 12
Library continues progressive sale
POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library continues its progressive gift sale. During the week of Dec. 12 you will receive 40% off gift purchases.
Wednesday, December 14
Learn social media marketing
RONAN — A free workshop to social media marketing skills is offered by Mission West Community Development Partners, 407 Main Street, from 9 a.m.- 3 p.m. on Dec. 14. Call 406-676-5928 or go to: www.missionwestcdp.org for more information.
Santa to visit Ronan Valley Bank
RONAN — Free pictures with Santa and treats for the kiddos will be offered at Valley Bank of Ronan between 5 and 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 14.