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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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Monday, February 13

Mother Goose provides fun, learning

2/13/2023

POLSON —Mondays mean Mother Goose at the North Lake County Public Library. Join us at 9:15 a.m.  Mother Goose is geared toward ages 0 to 3, but all are welcome. We encourage parents and caregivers to participate with their children for this early learning time. It is important that all children attending have an opportunity for appropriate, safe play for their age.  Please be mindful of this when bringing older children to Mother Goose.

 

Friday, February 17

Bluegrass Jam held

2/17/2023

RONAN — Western Montana Musicians Co-op, 1 Eisenhower St. SW, will hold their monthly Bluegrass Jam from 7-9 p.m. Hosted by Lydia Conway, the jam is completely unplugged with playing going around in a circle. The event is free but donations are gratefully accepted.

 

Saturday, February 18

Heidi performed by local students

2/18/2023

POLSON — The Port Polson Players Children’s Theatre Musical rendition of Heidi will be performed on Saturday, Feb. 18, at 4 p.m. on the Polson High School stage

Saturdays are Jam Night

2/18/2023

RONAN — The WMMC holds their weekly jam from 7-10 p.m. at 1 Eisenhower St. SW. Hosted by John Hegel, this event is free, and you are invited to come play or listen.

 

Sunday, February 19

Heidi performed by local students

2/19/2023

POLSON — The Port Polson Players Children’s Theatre Musical rendition of Heidi will be performed on Sunday, Feb. 19, at 4 p.m. on the Polson High School stage.

 

Monday, February 20

Library closes for holiday

2/20/2023

POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library will be closed on Feb. 20 in recognition of President’s Day

Wednesday, February 22

Flathead District to meet

2/22/2023

RONAN — The Flathead District’s monthly meeting will be held at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 22, at Mission West Community Development Partners, 407 Main Street SW. 

Free online meditation classes offered

2/22/2023

ZOOM — Mission Mountain Zen is offering free online meditation classes. Please 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. 

The classes will be each Wednesday from 6-7:30 p.m. We will cultivate and deepen our centering skills and meditation practice during the class. 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.

 

Thursday, February 23

Story Time geared for kindergarten readiness

2/23/2023

POLSON —Story Time begins at 9:15 a.m. on Thursdays at the North Lake County Public Library. Join us to read books, make crafts and play games with your little ones. 

This program is geared for kindergarten readiness ages 3-5. It is important that all children attending have an opportunity for appropriate, safe play for their age.  

Please be mindful of this when bringing younger children to Story Time. 

 

Friday, February 24

Chinese dinner served

2/24/2023

POLSON — A Chinese dinner will be served at 6 p.m. at the Mission Valley Elks Lodge, 512 Main Street, on Feb. 24. Tickets purchased through Feb. 20 are $15 and tickets are $17 after that. Tickets available at the Elks Lodge bar. 

Dinner to include wonton soup, egg rolls, BBQ pork, pork chow mien, orange chicken and pork fried rice.

                    

Flathead Lake International Cinemafest begins

2/24/2023

POLSON — The Flathead Lake International Cinemafest has become a Destination Film Festival for filmmakers from across the country and globe. FLIC will be celebrating its 11th year of presenting a broad slate of domestic and international films. Whether you’re a filmmaker or a film lover, make plans to enter or attend this exciting winter event in picturesque Polson.

 

Many items for sale at library

2/24/2023

POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library will hold a surplus sale on Friday, Feb. 24, from 2-6 p.m. and on Saturday, Feb. 25, from 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. in the library. Lots of items available including shelving, furniture, equipment, supplies etc. 

 

 

Open Mic Night held at the Musicians Co-op

2/24/2023

RONAN — The Western Montana Musicians Co-op holds an Open Mic Night every Friday from 7-9 p.m. at 1 Eisenhower St. SW (the old Red Poppy Building).

 

Saturday, February 25

Community Jam held at the Musicians Co-op

2/25/2023

RONAN — The Western Montana Musicians Co-op holds a Community Jam every Saturday from 7-10 p.m. at 1 Eisenhower St. SW (the old Red Poppy Building).

 

You are invited to help make a better world

2/25/2023

RONAN — You are invited to the third gather of friends, neighbors and well-wishers of humanity to explore how we can work together for the betterment of the world starting with small efforts in our own neighborhoods. 

Meet with us at the Boys and Girls Club in Ronan on Saturday, Feb. 25, from 2-4:40 p.m. The meeting will be followed by refreshments and cleanup. This is a potluck so please bring something to share. if possible. 

This meeting is based on the concept of the oneness of humanity that we have the capacity to come together to create a better world for all. 

We are living in a time of both turbulence and great promise.

 

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