Valley Journal: Event Calendar 4/8/2022

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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.

Saturday, April 9

Chamber Community Awards Banquet held

4/9/2022

POLSON — The Polson Chamber of Commerce's annual Community Awards Banquet, ‘Denim and Diamonds,” is scheduled for Saturday, April 9, at the Polson Red Lion Inn, at 6 p.m. For more information or to buy tickets, call 406-883-5969.

Palm Sunday weekend choral concerts planned

4/9/2022

ST. IGNATIUS/POLSON — Voices will join together for “The Awakening” on Palm Sunday weekend for two choral concerts on April 9 and April 10. The Mission Valley Choral Society will present the first concert at 7 p.m., Saturday, April 9, at the St. Ignatius Catholic Church. The second concert at 4 p.m., Sunday, April 10, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Polson will include the MVCS members as well as community members who will join in for a mass choir presentation for the last two musical numbers.

Sunday, April 10

Join Valley’s largest ‘Eggstravaganza’

4/10/2022

POLSON — The largest Easter egg hunt of the season, will be held on April 10 at the New Life Church in Polson. There will be prizes, 8,000 eggs, games, music and food trucks. Lunch starts at noon and the Egg Hunt starts at 1 p.m. Don’t miss out. Invite all your friends and help find those eggs. Go to the Eggstravaganza Facebook page for moe information.

Meal to follow second choral performance

4/10/2022

POLSON — The second concert by the Mission Valley Choral Society will be at 4 p.m., Sunday, April 10, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Polson will include the MVCS members as well as community members who will join in for a mass choir presentation for the last two musical numbers. Immediately following the Sunday concert a meal will be served in the church basement. A free-will offering will be taken for Helping Hands.

Wednesday, April 13

Rural Fire District Board to meet

4/13/2022

POLSON – The regular monthly meeting of the Polson Rural Fire District Board of Trustees will take place on Wednesday, April 13, at 6 p.m. at the Big Arm Station No. 2, 28565 Seventh Street in Big Arm.

Friday, April 15

Learn about business documentation

4/15/2022

KALISPELL/ZOOM — On April 15, “Documentation” will be taught (Zoom option). Clear, concise and factual documentation that is constructive, corrective and positive is critical to any business. Receive guidance and samples for all types of employee personnel file information. Understand the importance of training for all levels of supervisors who may contribute to an employee’s file. Mission West Community Development Partners offers the chance to attend workshops free of charge. To be eligible, you must own or work for a for-profit small business with ten or fewer employees located in Lake, Mineral or Sanders County. Entrepreneurs who are planning to start a business are also eligible. If you’d like to enroll, call us at 406-676-5928.

Saturday, April 16

Easter Eggs to be found at Lone Pine State Park

4/16/2022

KALISPELL — Lone Pine State park is located five miles southwest of Kalispell.

Join us for an afternoon of fun activities including the great Easter Egg Hunt. The egg hunt will be broken up into four sessions starting at 11 a.m., noon, 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. and will include other activities after the hunt.

Registration is required. Call 406-755-2706 ext. 0 to register. Please sign up for just one session.

Bring an Easter basket or bag for each child to collect eggs. Participants will meet at the picnic shelter before walking on a short 30-minute loop to search for Easter eggs.

Dress for the weather as the event will be outside.

Participate in ‘Park After Dark’ guided hike

4/16/2022

WAYFARERS — Wayfarers is one unit of Flathead Lake State Park located on the east shore. On the April full moon, April 16, at 8:30 p.m., join a park ranger on a 1.5 mile guided hike. This hike offers a unique way to experience your local trails and the shore of Flathead Lake.

Please bring headlamps, sturdy hiking shoes, water, snacks, and warm clothes (camera is optional). The cost is $4 and reservations are required.

Call the ranger station at 406-837-3041 ext. 0 to reserve a spot.

Sunday, April 17

Methodist Church offers several Easter service times

4/17/2022

The Methodist Church is offering a special Easter sunrise service at 6:30 p.m. on the back deck of Allentown Restaurant at Ninepipes.

In addition, regular Easter services will be held at 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. at the Methodist Church at the top of Post Creek Hill.

A breafast will be held at 9 a.m. at the church following the 8 a.m. service and the 10 a.m. service.

Wednesday, April 20

MT Poet Laureate plans online program

4/20/2022

POLSON — On Wednesday, April 20, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Montana’s Poet Laureate with Mark Gibbons will take place. You can join online at: https:/tinyurl.com/mtpoetmark or join the watch party in the large meeting room of the North Lake County Public Library.

Please register at 406-883-8225 by April 18. At least five patrons must register to have the watch party.