ST. IGNATIUS -  Fort Connah, 71450 U.S. Highway 93, will hold Black Powder Range Days from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. on Saturday, April 26. This is free for members of the Fort Connah Restoration Society. For more information call Mark at 406-381-3872 or Bob at 406-210-9824.

ARLEE -  Fifth-12th grade youth are welcome to join a series of Saturday workshops from 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m. at Arlee Community Center to learn from local professionals artists. A light lunch will be served. All participants must register at each site. Middle school students must be signed in by an adult. Call 406-675-2700 ext. 1073, if you have questions.

POLSON - Polson Library’s kindergarten readiness program for 3-5 year olds includes stories, songs and crafts and takes place every Thursday and Saturday at 2 p.m. The theme this week is gardening flowers.

POLSON - On Wednesday, April 30, from 4-5 p.m.: “What Lives in Our Lake?” join the North Lake County Public Library for an interactive kid’s program presented by a Flathead Lake Biological Station educator and discover the amazing plants and creatures that live in our lake. This program is geared toward 1st-5th grade students, but everyone is welcome.  

POLSON - On Wednesday, April 30, from 2:30-3:30 p.m.: “Queen Elizabeth I Time Travels to Montana” at the North Lake County Public Library. Artist Leslie Van Stavern Millar III dresses in period costume and brings a selection of her three-dimensional sci-fi alternative history art works and the Montana Peepshow Story Boxes that depict time travel episodes of Queen Elizabeth I. She will tell stories of Montana history from the perspective of the time-travelling Queen. 

ZOOM - Mission Mountain Zen is offering free online meditation classes. Please join the Mission Mountain Zen Center on Wednesdays from 6-7:30 p.m., for an online or in person meditation class led by Zen Teacher, Zenku Jerry Smyers.  For more information and a Zoom link to the class call 847-721-0665 or email: Jerry.Smyers@gmail.com. Go to: www.missionmountainzen.org for more information.

ST. IGNATIUS - The St. Ignatius Rural Fire District will hold its regular board meeting on Wednesday, Aug. 30, at 6 p.m. in the St. Ignatius Firehall meeting room. For further information contact Chairman Tim Callahan at 406-745-4116.

ZOOM - Strengthen your digital presence with this two-part series focused on foundational marketing strategies and current online tools. Session 1, “Digital Marketing Foundations & Local SEO,” takes place on Thursday, May 1, and session 2, “Social Media & Smart Marketing Strategies,” takes place on Thursday, May 8, via ZOOM. Brought to you by the Business Development Center at Mission West Community Development Partners, workshops are held virtually via Zoom starting at 11 a.m. Participants also have the option to join us in person at the Mission West offices in Ronan, where we’ll host live viewings of each session. All workshops are free to attend, but registration is required. Go to: http://www.missionwestcdp.org/workshops-and-events/ to register or call 406-676-5901 for more information.

POLSON - The Polson Library invites 2-3 year olds to ready active stories, dance and sing on Thursdays at 10 a.m.

RONAN - Ronan Cooperative Brewery, 23 Fourth Ave SW, holds bingo on the first Sunday of each month. Call 406-676-HOPS for more information.

POLSON - The Polson library’s Homeschool Café will wrap up the 2024/25 school year on May 2, from 1-2 p.m. This is a get together for adults considering or currently homeschooling.

POLSON - Mother Goose is held on Fridays at 10 a.m. at the North Lake County Public Library. Join them in this interactive program for 0-24 month old children. 

Enjoy rhyming books, finger plays, nursery gymes and songs along with interactive activities for caregivers and their little ones.

POLSON - Description: Polson City Hall Business Pulse and Job Fair takes place at Polson City Hall, Police and Fire Stations, library. Explore opportunities in law enforcement, firefighting, and more. Enjoy both indoor and outdoor activities featuring local officials at noon.

Fellowship Fitness will hold a FunRun on May 3 starting at 9 a.m. See the link for the route and registration. Also, visit our Facebook page for more details and to see our community. Our mission is to foster a healthier community by providing free fitness classes that promote wellness and empowerment for all. We believe in making fitness accessible to everyone, inspiring individuals to lead healthier, more active lives. Fellowship Fitness operates entirely on donations, and while we do have overhead costs, neither our board members nor instructors receive payment for their time. I founded this organization with a clear mission: to eliminate the two biggest obstacles preventing people from achieving their health and wellness goals—cost and intimidation. Almost three years in, we've been voted Best Place to Workout in Polson two years in a row and thriving with over 200 members. We're excited to announce our first Fun Run, which we hope will become an annual tradition. This year, our fundraising goal is $25,000 to cover our remaining 2025 operational expenses. Any additional funds raised will go toward securing a dedicated space, as we currently share facilities with another organization. Go to:https://runsignup.com/Race/MT/Polson/FellowshipFitness for more information.

ARLEE -  Fifth to 12th grade youth are welcome to join a series of Saturday workshops from 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m. at Kicking Horse Gym to learn from local professionals artists. A light lunch will be served. All participants must register at each site. Middle school students must be signed in by an adult. Call 406-675-2700 ext. 1073, if you have questions.

POLSON - Polson Library’s kindergarten readiness program for 3-5 year olds includes stories, songs and crafts and takes place every Thursday and Saturday at 2 p.m. This week’s theme is bugs and insects.

RONAN - Step back in time to the 1920s and experience Monte Carlo Night with casino-style games at Ronan Community Center from 5-11 p.m. on Saturday, May 3. Purchase tickets at: www.area6aging.org or by calling 406-883-7284. This event benefits seniors, veterans and individuals with disabilities.

RONAN - From Thursday, June 5 to Sunday, June 8, an all-star cast of carvers will be at the Lake County Fairgrounds, 303 third Ave. NW. World-class chainsaw carvers will create amazing works Thursday through Saturday, from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. and on Sunday from 9 a.m.- 1 p.m. An auction takes place on Friday at 6 p.m. and the main auction takes place on Sunday at 1 p.m. There will be artisans and food vendors, a community yard sale on Saturday and the Mission Mountain Quilt Guild Quilt Show on Saturday from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sunday from 9 a.m.- 1 p.m. at the Ronan High School gymnasium.

ZOOM - Mission Mountain Zen is offering free online meditation classes. Join the Mission Mountain Zen Center on Wednesdays from 6-7:30 p.m. for an online or in person meditation class led by Zen Teacher, Zenku Jerry Smyers. For more information and a Zoom link to the class call Zenku at 847-721-0665 or email at: Jerry.Smyers@gmail.com.  Go to www.missionmountainzen.org for more information.

POLSON - The North Lake County Public Library and the Joyful Cup will be closed on Wednesday, May7, for staff development.

RONAN - The Ronan Cooperative Brewery will host a water safety talk given by Flathead Raft Co. on Wednesday, May 7, at 6 p.m. 

POLSON - Polson Library’s kindergarten readiness program for 3-5 year olds includes stories, songs and crafts and takes place every Thursday and Saturday at 2 p.m. The theme for this week is “Mothers Day.”

POLSON - Break out your Corona! It’s a Cinco de Mayo Mexican themed dinner at the Masumola Club. Hosts will bring fixings for tacos, enchilada casserole, a corn casserole and chips and salsa. Tom Bansak from the Flathead Lake Bio Station will give a presentation. Join your hosts on May 8 at 5:45 p.m. for social hour, meal, and meeting at the Masumola Clubhouse. Suggested Food Distribution: A – H salad or veggie; I  – O hot dish; P - Z dessert. Please RSVP to: colleenkbone@gmail.com

ZOOM - Session 2 of the Digital Marketing series, “Social Media & Smart Marketing Strategies,” takes place on Thursday, May 8 via ZOOM. Brought to you by the Business Development Center at Mission West Community Development Partners, workshops are held virtually via Zoom starting at 11 a.m. Participants also have the option to join us in person at the Mission West offices in Ronan, where we’ll host live viewings of each session. All workshops are free to attend, but registration is required. Go to: http://www.missionwestcdp.org/workshops-and-events/ to register or call 406-676-5901 for more information.

POLSON - From 11 a.m.-4 p.m. on Thursday, May 8, at the Red Lion Inn, a blood drive will be held by the American Red Cross in honor of Lucille Richwine. To schedule an appointment call 406-883-2620.

POLSON - The Polson Library invites 2-3 year olds to ready active stories, dance and sing on Thursdays at 10 a.m.

POLSON - The North Lake County Public Library will host Patrick Mangan, agriculture extension educator, on Thursday, May 8, at 4 p.m. for “The Climate Behind Gardening: What to Plant When.” Learn what and when to plant and the species of plants to avoid planting. This presentation will take place in the library’s community room.

POLSON - The North Lake County Public Library will host Patrick Mangan, agriculture extension educator, on Thursday, May 8, at 4 p.m. for “The Climate Behind Gardening: What to Plant When.” Learn what and when to plant and the species of plants to avoid planting. This presentation will take place in the library’s community room.

POLSON -  Sandpiper Art Gallery & Gifts a non-juried open art show celebrating the charm of aquatic life will include paintings, sculptures, jewelry, and crafts from Monday, May 5. until Friday, June 20. A reception will take place on Friday, May 9, from 5-7 p.m. at the Gallery. 

POLSON - Game Club invites you to laugh and play with friends on the second Friday of each month at the Polson Library. Doors open at 4 p.m. and all middle and high school students are invited. We play until 5:30 p.m.

POLSON - The next Pachyderm meeting is on Friday, May 9, at noon at the Polson Rural Fire Station, 25 Regatta Road, which is on the north side of the Polson bridge. Our guest speaker for this meeting will be Montana State Auditor, James Brown. James will provide updates about our state and be available to answer questions.