POLSON — Families First and the Mission Valley Youth Foundation will show students in grades 6-8 how to cook, set healthy goals and play fun games in an after-school class in Mrs. Dunford’s room. Food, fun and fitness will take place from 3:45-5:15 p.m. on six Tuesdays. 

Sign up at the office. Spots are limited.

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POLSON — The 2024 Assistance for Business Clinic will take place on Wednesday, May 22, at the North Lake County Public Library. Doors open at 7:30 a.m. with the clinic starting promptly at 8 a.m. and ending at 4:30 p.m. 

The fee is $45 per person ($40 when registering three or more). Snacks and lunch are provided. Continuing education credits will be available. For more information, to see the topics that will be covered and to register, go to: https://dli.mt.gov/employer/abc-clinics. Seating is limited.

RONAN — Flathead Irrigation District May monthly meeting is on Wednesday, May 22, 2024, at Mission West Community Development Partners, 407 Main Street SW at 1 p.m., upstairs. We’ve had some informative meetings with CITT and BIA present.

PABLO — Attend the Women-4-Wellness event at the Joe McDonald Health & Fitness Center at Salish Kootenai College on Thursday, May 23, from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Participant registration is open now. Register at: w4w.skc.edu

POLSON — Every Thursday in May at 6 p.m., Glacier Brewing Company, 6 Tenth Ave. E, will host Life Saver’s Animal Rescue Bingo. 

Please join us.

LONE PINE STATE PARK — On Saturday, May 25, from 8-11 a.m. join Flathead Audubon Conservation educator Denny Olsen for a morning learning adventure. Forging an unlikely union between science, humor, and drama, Denny has established a reputation as an innovative performer and educator. This program is recommended for older teenagers and adults to build your bird identification skills. Wear sturdy walking shoes, bring water and a snack, and dress for the weather. Bring along your favorite field guide if you have one. 

There is no fee to attend, however space is limited and advance registration is required at 406-755-2706, ext. 0.

POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library will be closed for the Memorial Day Holiday weekend, Saturday, May 25, through Monday, May 27. 

ELMO — Join us in the Tribal Health Elmo Community Room from 3-5:30 p.m. while the Tribal Healthcare Resource Team assists you and your family in completing and submitting your application for Medicaid, HMK or CHIP. 

Bring a valid ID, income verification (last 30 days), birth certificate for newborns. 

Completing the application process enters your name into a raffle for big prizes including: 43” Roku Smart TV, adult bicycle with helmet, or a child’s bicycle with helmet.

CHARLO — This Memorial Day, Impact Montana will be partnering with Mountain Man Wrestling Club and hosting the iconic “Murph” workout at Charlo High School. This event is open to all fitness levels and scaling options will be provided – come participate to honor our fallen military warriors. We will be allowing you to complete the workout individually or, if you’d like to lighten the load, as a team of 2 or 4 ($10/person). We look forward to competing and sweating through it with all of you. Briefing and warm up will start at 9:30 a.m. Proceeds will benefit both organizations. 

Please contact Brandon Rollins or Jacen Peterson if you have any questions. “Murph” - 1 mile run,100 push-ups, 200 pull-ups, 300 squats, 1-mile run.

POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library will be closed for the Memorial Day Holiday weekend, Saturday, May 25, through Monday, May 27. 

BIGFORK — On Sunday, May 25, Wayfarers Unit of Flathead Lake State Park will hold walk to view wildflowers. Meet at the Ranger Station; the walk goes from 10-11:30 a.m. Come learn about the different species of vibrant flowers that grow each spring and summer in our Flathead Lake State Parks. Please bring/wear weather appropriate clothing, proper footwear, snacks, and a water bottle. These hikes are limited to 20 people and registration can be done by calling the ranger station at 406-837-3041 ext. 0. The cost is $4 per participant, and free for kids 12 and under.

ARLEE — The Arlee Community Development Corporation is hosting a free jam canning class on Tuesday, May 28, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Light refreshments will be served, and participants will take home a jar of jam. Space is limited, so sign up today. 

Call 406-726-5550 or email: info@arleecdc.org.

ST. IGNATIUS — A preliminary budget meeting will take place on Wednesday, May 29, at 6 p.m. at the Fire Hall meeting room. If you need further information, contact Chairman Tim Callahan at 406-745-4112.

POLSON — Page Turner’s Youth Book Club meeting 3:30-4:30 pm: The Page Turner’s Youth Book Club are meeting on Wednesday, May 29, at 3:30 p.m. to talk about “Framed” by James Ponti. Come tell us what you think about the book. You can pick up your free copy of the book while supplies last. 

POLSON — Every Thursday in May at 6 p.m., Glacier Brewing Company, 6 Tenth Ave. E, will host Life Saver’s Animal Rescue Bingo. Please join us.

POLSON — Thursdays mean Story Time at the North Lake County Public Library. Join us at 10 a.m. on May 30, as this will be our last Story Time until the fall. Our special guests will be the Undem Family, who will be bringing their stock car to show us. Story Time is geared toward kindergarten readiness, ages 3-5, but everyone is welcome. We read books, make crafts, and play games. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to join in this interactive program. 

ARLEE — The Arlee Celebration Powwow begins with Campers’ Day. Gates open at 9 a.m. 

KALSIPELL — On Saturday, June 1, from 8:30 a.m-1 p.m., Lone Pine State Park, in collaboration with Foy’s to Blacktail Trails, invites outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers to join forces in an inspiring initiative to improve our trails on National Trails Day. This event promises a day of camaraderie and stewardship as participants come together to enhance the natural beauty of our beloved trails. By working in groups, volunteers will engage in a variety of trail maintenance activities, including pulling noxious weeds and repairing damaged sections of trail infrastructure. Participants will be treated to lunch provided by the generous support of the Kalispell Daybreak Rotary Club. 

Advance registration is required at 406-755-2706, ext. 0.

HELENA — Applications are due June 1 for Montana licenses to hunt sandhill cranes and swans this coming fall.   Apply online at: ols.fwp.mt.gov or over the counter at any FWP office no later than June 1.     

 Special sanhill crane hunting districts that require applications for licenses are mostly in the Pacific Flyway of western Montana. Swan hunters may apply for either the Pacific Flyway or Central Flyway, but not both. Hunters may apply online at: ols.fwp.mt.gov or over the counter at any FWP regional or area office no later than June 1. Regulations for all waterfowl and webless migratory bird hunting seasons are available on the FWP website.

PABLO — The Moms Connect Wellness Series is a 5-week series, June 11-July 9, from 5-7 p.m. This free traveling wellness series focuses on different dimensions of health. Childcare and dinner are provided. 

Register at familiesfirstmt.org. On July 2 the meeting will be about finance and meet at SKC in the John, Peter, Paul Building. Learn from Glacier Bank’s financial experts how to budget and save.