Valley Journal: Event Calendar 5/7/2023

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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.

Wednesday, May 10

Registration deadline announced

5/10/2023

POLSON — The Flathead Lake All-Star Youth Basketball tournament for girls and boys grades 4-8 will be held May 20-21 at Cherry Valley Elementary School. The deadline to register is May 10. Brackets will be posted May 16. Call or text 406-396-8329 for more information.

Registration deadline for Flathead Lake Youth BB tournament announced

5/10/2023

Thursday, May 11

Excel II class taught at Mission West

5/11/2023

RONAN — Excel Essential Training Part II will be taught by Allison McCarthy at Mission West Community Development Corporation, 407 Main Street, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. on Thursday, May 11. Call 406-676-5916 with your questions.

Masumola Club to meet

5/11/2023

POLSON — The Masumola Club will meet on Thursday, May 11. The program will include Ed Meece to address the casino planned across US 93 from the Rocky Point intersection. Break out those steaks and weenies, it’s time for a barbeque at the Masumola Clubhouse. Jane Mitchell and Karen Swan will host along with their husbands, Mike and Mac. (We know who’s in charge here: The dudes will be following orders.) Please bring your favored selection for the barbeque and a dish to pass. Everyone’s welcome, and hopefully we will still have some of this great weather to enjoy. If it snows, we’ll fire up the stove. Suggested food distribution: A-H salad or veggie; I-O hot dish; P-Z dessert.

RHS Jazz Band dinner, dance planned

5/11/2023

RONAN — The Ronan High School Dinner Dance will be held at 6:30 p.m. under the big tent in the south KWH lawn. Dinner is $20 and tickets can be purchased on the school website or at the HS office. Dinner is smoked pork loin, potato salad, veggies, rolls and dessert.

Friday, May 12

Library to be closed for staff development

5/12/2023

POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library will be closed on Friday, May 12, for staff development.

Saturday, May 13

Electronics recycling event held at Transfer Station

5/13/2023

POLSON — Lake County’s 14th annual E-Waste Recycling Day will take place at the Transfer Station from 9 a.m.- 3:30 p.m.

Tuesday, May 16

RMS Band, Choir host concert

5/16/2023

RONAN — The Ronan Middle School band concert will begin at 6 p.m. in the PAC. The choir concert will begin at 7 p.m. in the PAC. To learn more, visit the school website.

Thursday, May 18

Save the date for Women 4 Wellness event

5/18/2023

PABLO — Salish Kootenai College will hold the Women 4 Wellness event from 10 a.m.- 3:30 p.m. in the Joe McDonald Health & Fitness Center. Call 406-275-4913 for more information.

Friday, May 19

Bluegrass Jam held

5/19/2023

Jam with hosts Lydia Conway and Jim Pettit with the Western Montana Musicians Co-op on May 29 from 7-9 p.m. in the Red Poppy Building. Everyone is welcome.

Mission Falls Farmers Market starts

5/19/2023

ST. IGNATIUS — The Mission Falls Farmers Market will be running Fridays from May 19 - Sept. 29. We have extended hours from 4:30-7:30 p.m. at the Good ‘Ole Days Pavillion in St. Ignatius.

Vendors can sign via Facebook or Instagram or we can be reached by email: missionfallsfarmersmarket@gmail.com

Shred Day to be held

5/19/2023

POLSON — The 16th annual after-tax Shred Day, sponsored by Glacier Bank and partnering with Western Montana Area VI Agency on Aging, will be held from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at 50510 Highway 93 on Friday, May 19. Protect yourself from identity theft and use the mobile shred truck on site (2 box limit).

Saturday, May 20

Basketball tournament on tap

5/20/2023

POLSON — Flathead Lake All-Star Youth Basketball Tournament for girls and boys grades 4-8, will be held May 20-21 at Cherry Valley Elementary School. Saturday is pool play and Sunday is single elimination bracket. Email: polsonfiercebasketball@gmail.com or phone/text 406-396-8329. Register by May 10.

Join intro to Pickleball

5/20/2023

POLSON — Acquire a comprehensive overview of the fastest growing sport in America, Pickleball. This event is for adults and covers the basics. Join us at from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, May 20, at O’Malley Park courts.

Call 406-696-9292 to reserve a spot and further details.

Songwriting clinic

5/20/2023

RONAN — Are you interested in the art of songwriting? The best place to start is at SongMT4 Songwriting Workshop with special guest, Eliza Mary Doyle. This free workshop is from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Bring an idea you wish to explore musically. At 7 p.m. we’ll share our creations at the Songwriters Showcase followed by a concert featuring Eliza with special guest Lydia Conway. The concert is $10. To pre-register for the SongMT Songwriting Workshop, go to:mtmusic.org and click on events.