Sunday, March 19
Mini retreat held
KALISPELL — Active Hope is a group experimental learning program that supports us to cultivate physical, mental, and emotional resilience so that individually and collectively we have the capacity to address the climate crisis. This program will take place at Lone Pine State park, 300 Lone Pine Road from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and will be facilitated by Penelope Baquero. The cost is $65 and scholarships are available. To register contact Hannah Hernandez at 406-638-1149.
Wednesday, March 22
Flathead Irrigation District to meet
RONAN — The next Flathead Irrigation District meeting will take place on Wednesday, March 22, at 1 p.m. upstairs in the Mission West Community Development Partners building, 407 Main Street SW. An elevator is available. The February meeting was cancelled so the February/March agenda will be discussed.
Free online meditation classes offered
ZOOM — Mission Mountain Zen is offering free online meditation classes. Please join the Mission Mountain Zen Center on Wednesday, March 22, and on subsequent Wednesdays, for an online meditation class led by Zen Teacher, Zenku, from 6-7:30 p.m. For more information and a Zoom link to the class call Zenku at 847-721-0665 or email him at: Jerry.Smyers@gmail.com.
Thursday, March 23
‘Concept to Consumer’ seminar offered
RONAN — “Concept to Consumer” is a seminar designed for new food businesses and value-added production enterprises to equip them with the necessary tools to take their fledgling business concept all the way to the consumer with the highest chance of success. Join us on Thursday, March 23, from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at Mission West Community Development Partners, 407 Main Street SW, or virtually. Go to: missionwestcdp.org/concept-to-consumer/ to register for on site or virtual attendance.
Open mic night held
RONAN — The Western Montana Musicians Cooperative will be hosting an open mic/open jam session from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. on March 24 that will be hosted by The Wildflowers.
The Co-op is located at 1 Eisenhower St SW in Ronan. Email info@mtmusic.org for more information.
Friday, March 24
Ag Appreciation dinner held
RONAN — The annual Ag Appreciation dinner, to honor the local agricultural industry and the incredible humans in our community, takes place at the Lake County Fairgrounds on Friday, March 24.
The event includes dinner, awards, and raffles. You don’t want to miss this night. Time TBD.
Pachyderms to meet
POLSON — The Lake County Republican Pachyderm meeting will take place at the Polson Rural Fire Dept., 25b Regatta Rd, on Friday, March 24, from noon- 1 p.m.
Saturday, March 25
Community jam held
RONAN — The Western Montana Musicians Cooperative will be hosting a community jam session from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. on March 25.
The Co-op is located at 1 Eisenhower St SW in Ronan. Email info@mtmusic.org for more information.
Monday, March 27
Monday means ‘Mother Goose’ at the library
POLSON — North Lake County Public Library’s Mother Goose program is geared toward ages 0 to 3, but all are welcome. We encourage parents to participate with their children for this early learning time.
The doors will open at 9 a.m. Remember the library has moved to their temporary location: Polson United Methodist Church, 301 16th Ave. E.
Wednesday, March 29
Craft circle gathers in St. Ignatius
ST. IGNATIUS — The Three Chiefs Cultural Center, 77579 U.S. Highway 93, is the site of a craft circle held on Fridays from 1-4 p.m. Bring your favorite craft and join in. There are often featured guest artists and crafts people. Watch their Facebook page: facebook.com/incashola
Free online meditation classes offered
ZOOM — Mission Mountain Zen is offering free online meditation classes on Wednesday, March 29, and on subsequent Wednesdays from 6-7:30 p.m. Call Zenku at 847-721-0665 or email him at: Jerry.Smyers@gmail.com.
Night School Jazz Jam offered
RONAN — The Western Montana Musicians Cooperative will be offering a Night School Jazz Jam hosted by Lee Whalen from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. on March 29. The Co-op is located at 1 Eisenhower St SW in Ronan. Email info@mtmusic.org for more information.
Friday, March 31
Free 'Defining Domains of Wellness in Selfcare' training held
PABLO — On Friday, March 31, from noon 3 p.m. SAFE Harbor, 63506 U.S. Highway 93, Teresa Nygaard will present "Defining Domains of Wellness in Selfcare."What does it mean to feel well? There is no simple answer to this question because there are different aspects of feeling healthy or well for each individual. It’s not just about the absence of illness or stress, it’s so much more based on one’s life. The facilitator and participants will look at the domains of health and wellness. Each participant will have the opportunity to create their own selfcare diagram and plan.
Credits are available.
The training is free but registration is required. To register, send name, email, and contact number to helpinghandsfund1@gmail.com. Registration confirmation will be sent within seven days.
Open mic night
RONAN — The Western Montana Musicians Cooperative will be hosting an open mic/open jam session from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. on March 24 that will be hosted by The Wildflowers. The Co-op is located at 1 Eisenhower St SW in Ronan. Email info@mtmusic.org for more information
Saturday, April 1
Hunt for Easter eggs
RONAN — Mission Mountain Enterprises will host an Easter Egg hunt at the Ronan Fairgrounds at 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 1. Children will hunt for eggs in the following age groups: 0-3 years, 4-6 years, 7-9 years and 10-12 years. Come have some fun. If you have questions call Gayle at 406-676-2727 or email: tbn@mme-mt.org. No dogs allowed.
Trail maintenance on horsemen meeting agenda
RONAN — Mission Valley Back Country Horsemen will have their next monthly meeting on April 4, at 7 p.m. at the VFW on Round Butte Rd. We will have a discussion with the Forest Service about trail maintenance projects for this year. We will also have a discussion about the upcoming celebration/convention about Back Country Horsemen celebrating 50 years of service at the Majestic Arena in Kalispell April 14-16. Raffle tickets can be bought during our meeting on April 4. For more information go to: https://bchmt.org/wp/flathead/50-years-of-service/
Two weekend end concerts planned
MISSION VALLEY — The Mission Valley Choral Society Palm Sunday weekend concerts are scheduled for 1 p.m., Saturday, April 1, at the Mission in St. Ignatius and at 4 p.m. on Sunday, April 2, at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. A meal will be served in the church basement immediately following the Sunday concert. The 90-minute concerts are free and welcoming to all. Free-will offerings will be taken at each concert.
For information, contact 406-261-3304 or 406-370-2076.