YELLOW BAY — The Yellow Bay Community Club’s 10th annual Flathead Lake Cherry Blossom Festival will be held on Saturday, May 18, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Arts and crafts vendors are invited to apply for space reservations by calling Shari at (406) 982-3437. 

The festival is free and open to the public. Crafters and artisans offer a large assortment of locally produced items and entertainment is provided. There will be raffles and free door prizes. 

RONAN — The Tuesday, April 2, meeting of the Mission Valley Back Country Horsemen will be held at the V.F.W. Hall located on Round Butte Road. The Horsemen meet the first Tuesday of every month: April 2, May 7, June 4, no meeting in July, and Aug. 6. For more information, call (406) 883-5876 or (406) 644-5001.

POLSON — The Northwest Accordion Association’s regular jams will be held from 2-5:30 p.m. on April 7, May 5 and June 2, at the Elks in Polson.

RONAN — The Ronan High School Drama Department is headed right into another play. On both April 26 and 27, “You Can’t Take it With You,” will be performed at the Ronan Performing Arts Center at 7 p.m. Tickets are available at the Ronan Flower Mill or at the ticket office the days of the plays. All tickets are general admission and seats are $5.

This comedic play was first performed in 1936 and in 1937 won the Pulitzer Prize for Drama. George S. Kaufman and Moss Hart wrote the play. The Sycamore family, at first, seems to be mad, but it is not long before you realize that if they are mad, then the rest of the world is madder. This will be a funny, wacky play set in New York City. You will get in the spirit of this bedlam and have a grand time. Come join us.

RONAN — “Show Off Your Tips” will hold a bake sale at Ronan Harvest Foods Saturday, April 27, to raise money for the National Multiple Sclerosis Walk in Missoula on May 12. For more information, contact Erin Bennett at (406) 493-8931.

ARLEE — The family of Snuse McClure is celebrating Snuse's 90th birthday at the Arlee Brown building at 1 p.m. on April 27. Anyone who would like to celebrate this amazing man's 90 years is welcome.

RONAN — St. Paul Lutheran Church has cancelled the fundraiser cribbage tournament scheduled for April 27. 

RONAN — On Saturday and Sunday, April 27-28, the Ronan Volunteer Fire Department will host its annual pancake feed at the Ronan Community Center. A pancake breakfast hot off the griddle will be served from 7 a.m.-3 p.m. both days. The meal includes pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausage patties, hash browns, sausage and gravy over biscuits, waffles, coffee and orange juice.

Tickets are $5 per person or $20 per family. Additional donations are welcome. Tickets will be available at the door, or you can purchase individual or a group of tickets from any Ronan firefighter or by calling (406) 676-4235.

ST. IGNATIUS — The St. Ignatius Parent Teacher Organization will hold a garage sale on Saturday, April 27, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. in the commons area of St. Ignatius High School. 

Donations for this fundraiser may be dropped off Friday, April 26, from 6-8 p.m.

If you have questions, contact Alyssa at (406) 207-4436 or find us on Facebook.

PABLO —The Tribal Social Services Department and SKC Community Health and Development is hosting a family forum for all community members from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the SKC Joe McDonald Gymnasium on Saturday, April 27. The forum includes free family portraits, free lunch, free childcare, resources, gifts and educational presentations.

The theme for the forum is “Family Structures Impact Child Development” and it is to encourage community members to build relationships with each other and service providers in our community.  Community members will have a chance to receive educational presentations and learn about the resources and events in their community that benefit families.

RONAN — The Ronan VFW Post 5652 and the Ronan American Legion will host a fundraising potluck Saturday, April 27, from noon to 4 p.m. at the Ronan VFW located at 35981 Round Butte Road. The post will provide hot dogs, bratwurst and hamburgers and ask people to bring side dishes. All proceeds and donations from this fundraising event will support “Walking for the Fallen” and Chuck Lewis. Lewis is currently walking across America to help raise funds for programs that help wounded and disabled veterans. Lewis will make a stop in Ronan for the event and will talk about the experience so far.

Lewis, a Ronan resident, left Everett, Wash. March 31 and as of Monday had walked all the way to Libby, Mont. He plans to end the walk at the Vietnam Memorial in Washington, D.C. in late September.

The public is invited to come and support this worthwhile cause and say hello to Lewis before he gets back on the road Sunday morning.

For more information, contact Ron Merwin at (406) 546-1741 or the VFW at (406) 676-5652. To track Chuck Lewis’ progress go to www.walkingforthefallen.com/track.

PABLO — Pablo Elementary School’s new kindergarten open house is Monday, April 29, from 6-7 p.m.

RONAN — Ronan Elementary School’s new kindergarten open house is Monday, April 29, from 6-7 p.m.

POLSON — On May 1, there will be an early celebration dance for Cinco de Mayo from 7-10 p.m. at the Elks. Ken’s Country Combo will play tunes. Requests are welcome. It’s recommended you wear bright colors to this dance and be sure to bring your friends. Treats are welcome and appreciated.

POLSON — Mark your calendars for the May 1 general meeting of the Polson Chamber of Commerce at noon at the KwaTaqNuk Resort. Our speakers will be Greg Hertz and Janna Taylor. A full-meal luncheon will be served for $14. 

POLSON — Mission Valley Dance Studio’s Black Satin Revue will present “Red” at the Polson Elks Lodge. Shows start at 7:30 p.m. on Friday May 3 and Saturday May 4. Tickets are $20 and are on-sale now at The Polson Elks Lodge, The Lake Bar, or by calling Mission Valley Dance at (406) 249-0457.

POLSON — Polson’s Farmers Market will start up on Friday, May 3 and go from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. The market is full, but if you have questions, please call LouAnne Hoskinson at (406) 675-0177 for more information.

POLSON — The Polson School Board of Trustees is asking for letters of interest from parties wishing to serve on the Polson School Board as a trustee for the Polson School District. Any person assuming this trustee position under the provisions of MCA 20-3-309, section (3) shall serve until the next regular school election to be held in May 2014. All letters of interest may be submitted to Pam Owen, business manager, on or before 3 p.m., Friday, May 3, 2013. The board will review all letters of interest and the position will be filled at the regular board meeting on May 13, 2013. Please call Pam at (406) 883-6355, ext. 602, if you have any questions. Letters can be delivered to Polson School District, Attn: Pam Owen, 111 Fourth Ave. E., Polson, MT 59860.  

RONAN — The Friends of the Ronan City Library are hosting their second Chair Auction fundraiser. The event will be held at the Mission Mountain Golf Course Restaurant on Friday, May 3. There will be a live auction of decorated chairs, benches and stools, as well as a silent auction. Check-in starts at 5:30 p.m. Appetizers will be served at 6 p.m. and the auction starts at 7 p.m. Tickets are $10 per person and can be picked up from Michelle at the Ronan City Library. Space is limited, so please purchase tickets now. It is a fun event and a great way to support your library.

POLSON — The Port Polson Players in association with the Mission Valley Friends of the Arts will present the fabled Broadway musical “Guys and Dolls” on May 3, 4, and 5 at the beautiful John Dowdall Theatre. Curtain time is 7:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday evenings with 2 p.m. matinees on Sundays. For more information, or reservations call (406) 883-9212.

POLSON — Saint Andrew’s Church, 110 6th Ave. E. is holding a spring yard sale on Friday, May 3, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. and Saturday, May 4, from 9 a.m.-noon. There will be a with $2 bag sale from 1-2 p.m.

There will be electronics, books, house wares, toys, furniture, antiques, plants, jewelry, and no clothing for sale. Sale items will be located in the backyard and inside.

POLSON — On May 4, the Polson VFW will hold two events. Upstairs, from 9 a.m.-5 p.m., a flea market/arts and crafts sale will benefit the “National Home,” an organization that helps veterans’ families. Downstairs, from 7 p.m. to whenever the bands quit, there will be the annual “Musicians Gone but not Forgotten” music event. Five bands and special guests will entertain attendees: Jimni, Compression, Bad Weather, NFA and Hot Flash Blues Band. Proceeds will benefit the Mission Valley Animal Shelter.

ST. IGNATIUS — On Saturday and Sunday, May 4 and 5, the Fort Connah Restoration Society will host an open house and rendezvous. This event is free to the public and includes demonstrations of time-era activities, crafts and games. Main events will be held Saturday from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday 9 a.m.-3p.m. 

Fort Connah is located six miles north of St. Ignatius at mile marker 39 on Highway 93.

For more information about camping and trader/vendor set-ups contact Scott Cameron at (406) 381-0759 or David Steindorf at (406) 644-2882.

RONAN — On Saturday, May 4, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Ronan Indian Senior Center, (across the street from Dairy Queen), a fry bread and Indian taco feed will take place. Fry bread only will cost $2 and an Indian taco will cost $5. Proceeds will benefit local needy seniors. For more information, contact Marie Cowen at (406) 676-3305.

PABLO — Walkers, bikers, runners and rollers are invited to celebrate Earth Day on Saturday, May 4, from 11 a.m.-2 p.m., along Highway 93/pedestrian path in Ronan, Pablo and Polson. There will be checkpoints along the way to get your passports and stamps. Receive four stamps on your passport and you get a delicious “Made in Montana” lunch. A bike safety course, bike maintenance and lunch all culminate at the Joe McDonald Activity Center on SKC campus.

Checkpoint stations will provide healthy information and a variety of giveaways. Parking available at Baptiste Road, SKC Event Center or the Transfer Station on Minesinger Road. For more information on this “Health Earth/Healthy Me” event, contact Jennifer at (406) 531-3888, Margene at (406) 745-3525 or Janet at (406) 644-2488. 

RONAN — On Saturday, May 4, the city of Ronan and the Ronan Area Chamber will hold its annual “Spring Cleaning Day” starting at 9 a.m. at the City Park. For more information, call City Hall at (406) 676-4231 or Ronna Walchuk at (406) 676-8300.

RONAN — The fifth annual “Starving Artists” show will be held at Willard’s Bar on Saturday, May 4, from noon to midnight. The artists’ reception will be from 5-7 p.m. Artist’s work will be on display and a silent auction will be held with all proceeds going to Ronan Volunteer Fire Department. If you would like to donate to the silent auction, please contact Julie Moore at Willard’s Bar, (406) 676-0808.

DAYTON — Come to Mission Mountain Winery, Saturday, May 4, from 10 a.m.-5 p.m., for our annual “Red Wine and Chocolate” event. This is a chance for visitors to learn about the food and wine pairings of various chocolate delights and their corresponding red wines. This free event is a part of the winery’s continuing program to educate the community about the pleasurable synergies created by the pairing of food and wine. Come try out the chocolate fountain and the numerous chocolate treats with our most recent international gold medal winning red wines, 2008 Merlot Reserve and 2008 Monster Red. Our amazing 2008 Malbec, 2009 Syrah, 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon and 2003 Pinot Noir will be served as well. A splendid time is guaranteed for all.

RONAN — The Sacred Heart Parish annual bazaar is on May 5 from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. in the church social hall. There will Indian tacos, pies, beverages, hot dogs and lots of fun, including a raffle featuring a beautiful handmade quilt, cash prizes, 25 pounds of beef and more.  Other events include door prizes, white elephant, crafts, kids’ games, cakewalk and more. Please come and help us make this a success; it is the only fundraiser Sacred Heart Parish holds.

JETTE MEADOWS —The monthly meeting date for the Jette Meadows/Lake County Water and Sewer District has been change to Monday, May 6, at 6 p.m. at the North Lake County Library District (Polson) Library community room, 2 First Ave. E, Polson (adjacent to the Fire Hall). The meeting was rescheduled due to unanticipated conflicts.

The agenda will be posted at the meeting room. The public is welcome and all customers of the water district are encouraged to attend. Ample time is allowed for public comment and discussion at every meeting.

For more information, call John Stromnes, district president, at (406) 883-6684. For billing questions, contact the district secretary, Dot Ensleya at (406) 270-3615.

POLSON — All active and retired nurses and nursing students will receive free admission to the Miracle of Montana Museum during “National Nurses Week,” May 6-12. Museum hours are 8 a.m.-5 p.m. daily and extended hours happen either by chance or by appointment. Call (406) 883-6804, for more information.

RONAN — The Mission Mountain Quilt Guild will hold their next meeting on May 7 at the Terrace Lake Community Church on Terrace Lake Road. This meeting is our annual brown bag auction, so bring a UFO or other quilt related item, sealed up in a brown bag with a little “ditty” on it giving us a clue, and be prepared to go home with lots of great things. Scott Savage will be the auctioneer. May is also election of new officers month. The refreshment committee is Donna C., Susie C., Robyn S. and Debbie F. 

On May 10 at 7 p.m. there will be a “Quilt in a Day” trunk show at 7 p.m. It is open to the public. We need cookies and punch for this. On May 11 the “Quilt in a Day” class will be held beginning at 8:30 a.m.- 4 p.m. You may bring your sewing machines and get them set up after the trunk show the night before. Our class project is “Storm at Sea.” Be sure to have your pieces all precut before the class. This class is a potluck. Call Kay if you have questions.

Please be working on your entries, your Country Store items and your two ribbon background blocks for the Quilt Show. If you need help cutting for the “Quilt in a Day” class, come to the church at 6 p.m. on May 7. Bring your “show and tell” and plan to have a fun evening. Everyone is welcome.

RONAN — Ladies’ Auxiliary VFW 5652 will hold a meeting on May 8 at 6:30 p.m. at the Ronan VFW Hall located at 35981 Round Butte Road. New members are welcome. For more information, call Marge Fay at (406) 676-3380.

POLSON — The Polson Rural Fire District trustee monthly meeting will be Wednesday, May 8, at 7 p.m. at the Fairgrounds Station. This meeting will include an election of officers. All residents of the Polson Rural Fire District and interested general public are encouraged to attend. Any member of the public wishing to submit items for board review/consideration needs to submit them to the board clerk at least 10 days in advance of the meeting. For a full text of approved minutes and the agenda please go to www.polsonfire.org.

RONAN — The Friends group is sponsoring “Montana Authors’ Night” on Thursday, May 9, from 6:30 p.m.-8 p.m. at the Ronan City Library. Please join us in welcoming our first author of the season, Elizabeth Watry, “Women in Wonderland: Lives, Legends, and Legacies of Yellowstone National Park.” This event is open to the public.

POLSON — The Masumola Club meeting will be held Thursday, May 9, at the clubhouse. The social gathering begins at 5:45 p.m., potluck is at 6:30 p.m. and the program is at 7 p.m.

The clubhouse is located on Masumola Road. Anyone in the community of Polson and the surrounding area is invited to attend. The only requirement for new guests is to bring your own utensils and a dish to pass if you wish. For membership information, contact Irene Marchello at (406) 883-6184.

POLSON — The May “Friendship Table Dinner” is coming up on May 10 from 5- 7 p.m. Polson Presbyterian Church is located across from the Linderman School. We will serve fried rice and egg rolls.     

Come join us. This dinner is free and open to all.

PABLO — The SKC Spirit of the Bison Student Organization will host the first annual SKC Powwow on May 10-11, with Grand Entries starting at 7:30 p.m. Friday night and continuing Saturday at 1 and 7 p.m. in the Joe McDonald Health and Fitness Center in Pablo. For more information or to reserve a table, contact Allen Addison at (406) 275-4980 or allen_addison@skc.edu or contact ShiNaasha Pete at shinaashapete@student.skc.edu. This event is free and open to the public.