POLSON — "Powerful Tools for Caregivers" is a six-session, 90-minutes weekly series of classes designed to help caregivers with the many physical, social, and emotional challenges they face. It is well-known that very often caregivers become ill or even die before the person they are caring for, simply because they ignore their own needs. Two facilitators who have been caregivers themselves lead these sessions. Classes are planned in Polson on Thursdays, Jan. 14-Feb. 18, from 10-11:30 a.m. at Providence St. Joseph Hospital. The regular fee is $50, however we can charge on a sliding scale based on income. There is also funding available to reimburse those who want to pay for respite care for their loved one so they can attend the classes. Please call Jane at 406-883-7284 or 1-800-266-4188, for more information or to register.

POLSON — The show "Sketch the Sculpture" will open at Sandpiper Art Gallery on Friday, Jan. 15. There will be drinks and hors d'oeuvres from 5-7 p.m. The display runs until Feb. 19.

POLSON — Please join the Polson Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday, Feb. 3, for our general meeting and luncheon held at the KwaTaqNuk Resort at noon. A hot entrée lunch will be served for $14. Guest speaker is Glacier Country Executive Director Racene Friede.

ARLEE – The Arlee CDC invites all to the Chocolate Lovers’ Festival on Wednesday, Feb. 3, at the Arlee Brown Building. Tasting and voting take place from 6:30-7:30 p.m. with music provided by Matt Brown and Troy Patton. The auction begins at 7:30 p.m. The cost is $2 per person or $5 per family. Those entering the contest must bring 2 identical dishes, one for tasting and one for auction, to the Brown building between 3-6 p.m. on Feb. 3. For more information, visit the Arlee Facebook page or call 406-726-5550. This event supports the Arlee Youth Programs and the Jocko Valley Library.

POLSON —The Community Dance has been going on at the Elks Club for nearly 25 years every first and third Wednesday from 7-10 p.m. Ken’s Country Combo plays wonderful tunes and does take requests. Come check it out. 

RONAN — Ninepipes Museum of Early Montana is sponsoring a “Book Chat” at the Ronan Public Library, 203 Main Street, starting on Wednesday, Feb. 3, at 10 a.m. Donna Cheff and Michelle Fenger will lead a four-week discussion on the book “A Cup of Tears.” This book is about Polson icon Marie Johnson and should not be confused with the book “Three Cups of Tea.” With incredible determination, Marie escapes her very difficult life in Siberia to triumph in Montana. Discussion about the rest of the book will follow on consecutive Wednesdays: Feb. 10, 17, and 24.

Please let us know if you wish to attend by calling Donna at 406-676-2837. New and used books are available.

POLSON — You are welcome to attend the monthly meeting of the Lake County Republican Central Committee. The meeting will be held at the Lake County Rural Fire Department next to the Polson Fairgrounds on Feb. 3 at 6:30 p.m. You will get updated on the political happenings locally and around the state. Learn about our local candidates, as many of them attend the meeting. For more information, call 406-844-2386.

POLSON — The Polson Kiwanis Club meet the first and third Thursday of each month at the KwaTaqNuk Resort, Koostatah room from noon-1 p.m. Our speaker on Feb. 4 will be Jay Garrick, supervisor of the Lake County Road Department. He will address the status of the roads, equipment purchases and new projects in the future.

PABLO — A joint “friend-raiser” will take place on Thursday, Feb. 4, from 5:30- 7:30 p.m. at the Camas room at Joe McDonald gym. This event supports Carol’s List, a group that recruits, trains, elects, and supports progressive pro-choice Democratic women in their path to elected office and Western Native Votes, which registers, and mobilizes voters to strengthen Native American communities. A light dinner will be provided.

POLSON — Come out and support the Polson Pirates basketball teams on Thursday, Feb. 4, against Eureka High School at Linderman Gymnasium. Freshman game starts at 4:15 p.m., the JV game at 5:45 p.m. and varsity at 7:30 p.m.  For more information go to the Polson High School website. 

HOT SPRINGS — Enjoy Jamie Wyman’s piano playing and vocals at the Symes Hotel in Hot Springs from 8-10 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 5.

RONAN — Mission Valley Live presents “Radio Static” who will perform on Feb. 5 at the Ronan Performing Arts Center at 7 p.m. The trio from Missoula performs old-school '60s classic rock style music.

POLSON — Did you know that heart disease is the number one killer of women? That is why Providence St. Joseph Medical Center is participating in national Wear Red Day Friday, Feb. 5. Join us, thousands of individuals, groups and companies and show your support in the fight against heart disease and wear red. 

CHARLO — Ninepipe Arts Group is having its annual Valentine Party at Leon Hall on Saturday, Feb. 6, at 5:30 pm. Leon Hall is on Leon Road off Highwy 93, south of Ronan. Enjoy a silent auction of unique arts and crafts, lovely desserts and gift baskets. KC and the Valley Cats are providing the swing-era music. Please join us for the “Sound of Art, Art of Sound.” Tickets are still only $10. For more information, please call 406-644-2311.

HOT SPRINGS — Enjoy John Kelley playing blues music at the Symes Hotel in Hot Springs from 8-10 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 6.

POLSON — Come out and support the Polson Pirates basketball teams on Saturday, Feb. 6, against Columbia Falls High School at Linderman Gymnasium. Freshman game starts at 1 p.m., JV at 2:30 p.m. and varsity at 5:30 p.m. Freshman and JV games may be played at other sites. For more information, go to the Polson High School website.

POLSON — PEACE (Prevention and Education of Abuse in Christian Environments) will be hosting a seminar “No Fear In Love” on Feb. 6. The seminar includes discussing the myths, signs and effects of domestic violence as well as what the Bible has to say regarding the issue. Please join us at New Life Christian Center in Polson from 8:30 a.m-3 p.m. on Feb. 6. Registration is $10 and includes lunch. Email peaceofpolson@gmail.com to register or call Bonnie at 406-270-9160.

POLSON — Come out and support the Polson Lady Pirates basketball teams on Saturday, Feb. 6, against Columbia Falls High School in the Linderman Gymnasium. Freshman game starts at 1 p.m., JV at 2:30 p.m. with varsity at 4 p.m. Freshman and JV games may be played at other sites. For more information go to the Polson High School website.  

POLSON — On Monday, Feb. 8, learn the latest information about the effort to establish an office to coordinate refugee resettlement and bring 100 refugees a year to Missoula, plan to attend the program, “Refugee Resettlement: What does it mean to you?” Two short videos and the latest information on refugee resettlement throughout the country will be presented from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Red Lion Inn. This is part of a free series on the threat of radical Islam sponsored by the Lake County ACT for America. Contact: lakecountact@gmail.com.

POLSON — The next gathering of the “Thyme for Herbs Group” will be Monday, Feb. 8, at 7 p.m. in the North County Library meeting room. Our topic will be “Strategies for Prevention.” We will continue the discussion of ingredients to avoid in our foods and other products. During February we will focus on cayenne, ginger, and turmeric and talk about planning our gardens for the most productivity. For those who are new to using herbs, we are planning some special classes for beginners.

Call Linda Peterson 406-319-2446 for details.

POLSON — On Monday, Feb. 8, from 4:30-8 p.m. at the VFW, the Kiwanis Club is cooking buffalo burgers to support youth programs. Tickets are $8 and come with salads, fresh pie and a beverage.

RONAN — The American Legion Post #138 of Ronan is meeting on Feb. 9 at 7 p.m. at the American Legion Hall in Ronan, 63869 Highway 93 (next to Stageline Pizza). New members are welcome.

RONAN — Come learn QuickBooks II Software. Training classes start at 9 a.m. and go to 3 p.m. on Feb. 9. Allison McCarthy will be the instructor. Register today. For more information, call Carol at 406-261-3200 or Lisa at 406-676-5901. There is a $10 charge for lunch. The Lake County Community Development Corporation sponsors this event.

RONAN — The VFW Auxiliary 5652 is meeting on Feb. 10, (second Wednesday of each month), at 6:30 p.m. at the Ronan VFW Hall.

For more information, call 406-676-3380.

DIXON — The Sweetheart Dinner will take place at the Dixon School on Thursday, Feb. 11, from 5-7 p.m. Tickets are $12 each or $30 for a family of four. The meal includes roast beef, potatoes and gravy, green beans, beverage, salad, roll and dessert. For more information, call 406-246-3566.

POLSON — A special Introduction to Zen Meditation Class that was being offered at the Yoga Heart Studio, 314 Main Street, on Thursday, Feb. 11, at 7 p.m. has been rescheduled until sometime in March. For more details call 847-721-0665.

POLSON — Come out and support the Polson Lady Pirates basketball teams on Thursday, Feb. 11, against Bigfork High School in the Linderman Gymnasium. Freshman game starts at 4:15 p.m., JV game is at 5:45 p.m. with the varsity game at 7:30 p.m. For more information go to the Polson High School website.  

POLSON — Masumola Club will meet on Feb. 11 starting with social hour at 5:45 p.m. Hosts for February are Lou and Irene Marchello and Ron McClellan.  It will be a Valentine’s theme.

Suggested potluck food distribution are: A–H salad or veggie; I–O; meat or hot dish; P –Z dessert. March hosts are the Olsons, the Clements and the Mowbrays. There will be live music provided by The Shamrockers.

POLSON — A free dinner will be served at the Polson Presbyterian Church on Feb. 12 from 5-6:30 p.m. Polson Presbyterian Church is located across from the Linderman School. Come join us. The Friendship Table Dinner is free and open to all.

POLSON — Lake County Sheriff Don Bell will speak at the Friday, Feb. 12, noon meeting of the Lake County Pachyderm Club at the Polson Rural Fire Dept. meeting room. Sheriff Bell will assess his first year in office, report on the consolidation of all Search and Rescue equipment to under one roof, and discuss the “meth” problem in Lake County. The meeting is open to the public, and everyone is encouraged to attend.

ST. IGNATIUS — Kuilix Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution, Good Citizen Essay contest winners from three local high schools will be announced and awarded on Saturday, Feb. 13. First place will receive $250, second place will receive $100 and third place will receive $50. Who will be the winners? We welcome the students, teachers, parents, and friends to join us at the United Methodist Church (top of the hill) on Highway 93 North of St. Ignatius at noon. Lunch will be served followed by the awards.

RONAN — An open house to honor Sherri McDonald as she retires from nearly 30 years of service as chairperson of the Ronan Bread Basket is scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 13, at the Sacred Heart Parish Hall from 2 – 4 p.m. This is located at 35933 Round Butte Road in Ronan. Join us for a time of remembrances and thanks for her dedicated service to the community.

VALLY VIEW — Bring your valentine guest to our Valley View Clubhouse, 40762 Valley View Road, potluck on Sunday, Feb. 14. Bring your favorite potluck dish and join us for good food and company. Social time begins at 5:30 p.m.; bring your drink of choice. Dinner is at 6 p.m.  Hope you will all join us on Valentine's Day. Tell your family, friends and neighbors. Call Kelly Bailey at 406-883-2910 with your questions.

ST. IGNATIUS — The next St. Ignatius Neighborhood Watch meeting will be held at the St. Ignatius Town Hall (next to the fire station) on Tuesday, Feb. 16, at 7 p.m. Guests speakers will be Jill Valley (depending on her schedule) and Matt Connelly, St. Ignatius Chief of Police. All residents of St. Ignatius and the surrounding area are invited to attend.

PABLO — New this spring The Peoples Center will offer a 12-week Youth Dance Performance Circle. Classes will be held on Tuesday evenings from 6-7:30 p.m. The first class and sign up will be Tuesday, Feb. 16. Please call the office at 406-675-0160 with questions. This is a SAMHSA Grant project.

POLSON — Come out and support the Polson Pirates basketball teams on Tuesday, Feb. 16, against Whitefish High School at Linderman Gymnasium. Freshman game starts at 4:15 p.m., JV game is at 5:45 p.m. and varsity at 7:30 p.m. This is the boys’ last game and is Senior Night.  For more information, go to the Polson High School website.

POLSON — Missoula Self Help Law Center will be in Polson on Tuesday, Feb. 16, at the North Lake County Public Library from 11 a.m.-4:30 p.m. They will provide services on the first and third Tuesdays of each month. Walk-ins are welcome all day or to schedule an appointment please call 406-258-3428.