Saturday, June 10
Sandpiper opens new exhibit through June 25
POLSON — Sandpiper Art Gallery, 306 Main Street, Polson, presents “Montana West of the Mountains.” This exhibit will be the best images of everything we love about Montana and features member artists Antonia Wolf (photography), Sue Arneson (watercolor), Marie Stockhill (pottery), and guest artists Mike and Belinda Williams (photography) and jeweler Donna Miller. The exhibit continues until June 25. The Gallery is open Monday-Friday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and on Saturday from 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Saturday, June 10
Summer school planned in Mission
ST. IGNATIUS — The St. Ignatius School District will provide a summer school program Mondays-Thursdays, June 5-Thursday, June 22, from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Call 406-745-3811 x 3 for more information. Food services in the Elementary School Cafeteria will serve breakfast from 8:30-9:30 a.m. and lunch from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Saturday, June 10
Arlee holds summer reading program
ARLEE — The Jocko Valley Library’s Summer Reading Program, “Build a Better World,” invites readers of all ages and abilities to enjoy the following themes: “explore” their five senses; “discover” the natural treasures of our area; and finally to investigate the final theme “transformation.” Each event will include a snack, craft activity or game and time for new books. The program runs from June 6-Aug. 1, with special events on Tuesdays from 9:30-11 a.m. Call 726-3572 for more information.
Saturday, June 10
SPLASH softball tourney held
POLSON –– The Polson Splash Classic Softball ASA tournament will be held at the Polson softball complex between June 9-11. For details, call Kelley Druyvestein at 406-253-1590.
Auxiliary to hold yard sale
RONAN — The Ronan VFW Auxiliary is having their annual yard sale on Saturday, June 10, from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at the VFW Hall.
Car Show, Run, more at Homesteader Days
HOT SPRINGS — Homesteaders Days continues with all day arts, crafts, and food booths on Main Street. At 9 a.m. is a Car Show (by Valley Bank); at 9:30 is a 3K and 10K Skunk Alley Run (meet at Wall Street Place); a breakfast fundraiser for the library from 8-11 a.m. at the Tribal Nutrition Center on Spring Street; an open house at the shooting range from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; Country Western music by Tom Clontz on the Main Street stage from 10 a.m.-noon; an 11:30 ice cream social at the Senior Center; a Kiddy Parade downtown on Main and Spring Street at noon (prizes); Kiddy games in the park at noon (prizes); Andrea Harsell and Luna Roja on Main Street stage from 1-3 p.m.; Car Show judging and Classic Rock DJ on Main Street from 3-4:30 p.m.; from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Alex Boey plays rock music; Badger Hound plays hillbilly rock from 6:45-8:45 p.m.; a rodeo will be held at 6 p.m. (east of the school); and the Flathead V8s will perform rock for the street dance from 9 p.m.-1:30 a.m.
Fundraiser event held
POLSON — Lake County Search and Rescue will hold a fundraising event with an ATV, UTV, and Dirt Bike Poker Run on Saturday, June 10. The event will begin at 11:30 a.m. at Buffalo Bridge and ends at Sloan Bridge. After the event there will be a barbecue dinner back at Buffalo Bridge. Pre-registration will take place Friday, June 9, from 6-8 p.m. at the VFW in Polson. Late registration starts at 8 a.m. June 10. Registration fees are $35 for the first poker hand and a T-shirt; $10 for additional hands. Additional T-shirts will be available to purchase: $15 for children and $18 for adults. The top three hands will receive prizes. For more information, call 406-261- 4886.
Learn Dutch oven cooking - Date change
RONAN — (note date change) The Ronan Area Chamber of Commerce Beautification Committee is hosting their second annual Dutch Oven Cooking Class and Dutch Oven Cook Off. Join us June 10 at the Ronan Visitor Center on Highway 93 for the Dutch Oven Cooking Class. Cost for the class is $10, which covers the cost of supplies. The class begins at 9:30 a.m. Put your Dutch Oven cooking skills to use at our Dutch Oven Cook Off during the Harvest Festival in Ronan on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2017. Please contact Ronna at the Ronan Flower Mill at 406-676-5323 or 406-261- 7579, if you need additional information.
Sunday, June 11
Join the Baha’I ‘Race Unity Picnic’
POLSON — The Baha’is of the Flathead Reservation will hold a “Race Unity”Picnic” celebrating Race Unity Day and promoting unity in diversity, friendship and respect for all people. The event is on June 11, from 1-3 p.m. at the large pavilion in Boettcher Park in Polson. Food, crafts and games will be provided. We are dedicated to promoting unity in diversity and hope you will consider coming. Everyone is most welcome. Hosted by the Baha’is of the Flathead Reservation. For more information, call 406-872-2222 (voice mail) and we will call you back.
Reunion planned on last day of Homesteader Days
HOT SPRINGS — Homesteader Days continues with a pancake breakfast at the Masonic Lodge from 7:30 -11:30 a.m.; Andrea Harsell will provide music for the gospel hour from 11 a.m.-noon; at noon the grand parade will take pace featuring Great Scots Pipes Drums; a Homesteader Reunion will take place at the Senior Center at 1 p.m.; a rodeo begins at 2 p.m.
Monday, June 12
Arlee summer food program begins
ARLEE — Arlee Schools’ Summer Food Program will start on June 12 and go until Aug. 4, Monday-Friday. Breakfast will be served from 7:30-10:30 a.m. and lunch will be served from 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Boys and Girls Club starts in Ronan, Polson
LAKE COUNTY — The Flathead Reservation and Lake County Boys and Girls Club will operate a summer program at both their Polson and Ronan sites Monday-Friday (not July 4) from 8 a.m.-6 p.m. The cost is $25 per month or $75 for the entire summer program, which runs June 12-Aug. 18. The summer program focuses on academics, good character and citizenship and developing healthy lifestyles. Applications may be picked up onsite or at: www.flatheadbgc. org.
Cherry Valley serves breakfast, lunch
POLSON — Monday, June 12, is the first day of the free breakfast and lunch Summer Food Service Program in Polson. Cherry Valley, 107 Eighth Ave. W, is the site for the program. Breakfast will be served from 7:30-9:30 a.m. and lunch from 11 a.m.-1:15 p.m., Monday-Friday. All children 18 years old and under eat for free. Lunches are available for adults for a fee. All kids can come enjoy food in a safe, fun, healthy environment. The program ends on Friday, Aug. 4.
Fitness for kids’ program starts
PABLO — Salish Kootenai College's “Making Fitness Fun Program” (open to youth 7 years and older) begins Monday, June 12 and goes from 8:30 a.m.-noon, Monday through Thursday, until Aug. 17. The program will be held at the Salish Kootenai College Joe McDonald Gymnasium. Physical activities will be provided in-between breakfast and lunch. Activities include: swimming, kickball, football, basketball, dodge ball, Native games, volleyball, soccer, shinny, bike riding and gardening. Activities are intended to keep kids busy and active during the summer months. Transportation is provided Monday through Thursday to Ronan and Polson Boys and Girls Clubs daily at about noon. Contact Mike Tryon or Paul Phillips at Salish Kootenai College for more information at 406-275-4916 or 406-275-4917.
Free training given for Law Enforcement
POLSON —Detective Guy Baker from the Missoula Police Department will provide a free POST Certified Training on “Sex Trafficking Investigations” on June 12 from noon-5 p.m. in the Lake County Courthouse Conference Room. This training is restricted to Law Enforcement. Call 406-872-2367 for more information.
Lunches served in Pablo
PABLO — Lunch only will be served at Pablo Elementary in the gym from 11:30 a.m.-noon, Monday- Friday, from Monday, June 12-June 30. For more information, call 406-676- 3390 x 7226.
Polson Youth Basketball, Volleyball Summer Camps
Sign-up for Polson Youth Basketball, Volleyball Summer Camps POLSON — Polson Youth Basketball and Volleyball Summer Camps, sponsored by the head girls’ basketball and volleyball coaching staffs and current high school players, will be held for grades 2-8, Monday-Wednesday, June 12-14, at Linderman Elementary School. The cost is $60 dollars for both camps or $30 dollars for each sport. The basketball clinic runs from 9 a.m.-noon, a free lunch is offered from noon to 1 p.m. and the volleyball clinic is from 1-4 p.m. Contact: pluetzen@polson. k12.mt.us or jquinn@ polson.k12.mt.us, for more information.
Register for summer reading program
POLSON — Registration for North Lake County Library’s Family Summer Reading Program begins at 10 a.m. Call 406-883-8225 for more information.
RMS begins food program
RONAN — Ronan Middle School will serve kid friendly meals for lunch and breakfast Monday-Friday (excluding July 4th) from June 12-Aug. 18. Breakfast will be served from 8:15- 10:30 a.m. and lunch from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. There is no cost to all children 18 years old and younger or for special needs children to age 21. Adult meal prices are $2.50 for breakfast and $4 for lunch. For more information, call 406-676-3390 x 7226.
Volleyball camps offered
RONAN/PABLO — Ronan School District #30 will offer Summer Volleyball Camps June 12-13, for students entering grades first-eighth. Call 406-676-3390 x 7423 for more information.
Tuesday, June 13
FJBC to meet
ST. IGNATIUS — The Flathead Joint Board of Control will hold their regular meeting on the second Tuesday of the month, June 13, at 1 p.m.
Jocko Library holds event
ARLEE — Another Jocko Valley Library Summer Reading Program, “Build a Better World,” event is on Tuesday, June 13, from 9:30- 11 a.m. Call 726-3572 for more information.
Join ukulele players
POLSON — The Polson Ukulele Club will be meeting at the Polson Library weekly every Tuesday from 6:30- 7:30 p.m. starting June 13. Players of all levels are welcome to join the ever-growing Ukulele community in Lake City. For details call 406-471-6051 or email: dnqltd@gmail.com.
Learn safe driving skills
POLSON — AARP‘s Smart Driver Course will be taught at the Polson Area Senior Center on June 13 from 8:30-11 a.m. and from 1- 3 p.m. Call 406-883-4735 for a reservation.
Sensory processing explained
PABLO — What exactly is “Sensory Processing?” Cyndi Elliott will explain sensory processing development at a free presentation that is open to the public on Tuesday, June 13, from 9-11 a.m. This is part of the Best Beginning Children’s Partnership serving the Flathead Reservation. Come for coffee, a light breakfast and networking at 8:30 a.m. at Mission Valley Power’s conference room in Pablo. For more information, call 406-883-7209.
Wednesday, June 14
Garden of the Rockies Museum holds meeting
RONAN — The Mission Valley Heritage group will hold its monthly meeting on June 14 at the Garden of the Rockies Museum at 2 p.m. Anyone interested is welcome to attend.
Listen to summer series
LAKESIDE — The West Shore Community Library, 100 Bierney Creek Road, Lakeside, will hold a speaker series this summer beginning with, “Women in Charlie Russell’s Life,” by Kirby Lambert from the Montana Historical Society Outreach. This event begins at 4 p.m. If you have questions call: 406.844.3917 or go to: www. wsclibrary.org.
Polson Rural Fire Board to meet
POLSON —The regular monthly meeting of the Polson Rural Fire District Board of Trustees will take place Wednesday, June 14, at 7 p.m. at the Fairgrounds Station #1 meeting room, 25-B Regatta Rd.
Thursday, June 15
Basketball Camp planned
RONAN — Ronan School District #30 will offer Basketball Camp for boys and girls June 15-17. For more information, call 406- 676-3390 x 7423.
Brewers, bands on tap in Polson
POLSON — The first annual “Blues, Brews and Booze” event will include 10 local breweries, three bands and go from noon to 10 p.m. For more information, call 406-396-0125.
New director of MVAS to speak to Kiwanis
POLSON — The Polson Kiwanis meets on the first and third Thursday each month at the KwaTaqNuk Resort from noon- 1 p.m. in the Koostatah room. Our speaker will be the new director of the Mission Valley Animal Shelter, Filip Panusz. Flip comes from Missoula where he worked at the Humane Society and also as an Animal Control Officer. Everyone is welcome.
Seniors compete in Senior Olympic Games
MISSION VALLEY — The 32nd Annual Montana Senior Olympic Games will be held in the Pablo, Polson, Ronan areas on June 15-17, 2017. This involves competition in 14 different sports for men and women who are 50 years of age and older. The sports include: archery, bowling, badminton, cycling, basketball, golf, horseshoes, pickle ball, race-walk, tennis, table tennis, road race, swimming and track & field. Gold, silver and bronze medals will be awarded. Social events include a spaghetti supper on Thursday, June 15, at the Polson VFW and an informal banquet on Friday, June 16, at the Polson Elks. For more information, call 406-586-5543, 406-212- 1699 or 406-871-9747 or go to: montanaseniorolympics.org/summer.html.
SPLASH at Valley Bank
POLSON — SPLASH (Support Polson Late Afternoon Social Hour) takes place on Thursday, June 15. from 5-7 p.m. Your host will be Valley Bank and Finley Point Grill. Location for Splash will be at Valley Bank located at 49430 Highway 93. For more information, call 406-883-5969. See you there.
Friday, June 16
PPP’s ‘Guys on Ice” returns by demand
POLSON — The Port Polson Players launch their summer teaser, “Guys on Ice,” the ice fishing musical. The show is back by popular demand and plays only three evenings, June 16 -18. Curtain time is at 7:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, with a Sunday matinee at 2 p.m.
Saturday, June 17
Find a treasure at Community Yard Sale
BIG ARM — The Big Arm Association will hold a Community Yard Sale on Saturday, June 17, at the historic Big Arm School from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Please come on by and say “Hi,” and check out the fabulous items that community members have donated for you to purchase. For more information, call 406-849-5064.
Join the Brown Building yard sale
ARLEE — The Arlee Brown Building committee is sponsoring a community yard sale on June 17, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Table or space rent is $15 and spaces will be available in the Old Fire Hall and Brown Building. A Brown Building Happy Meal, which includes a choice of hamburger or hot dog, drink, cookie and chips will be available from 11 a.m. -2 p.m. for $5. For more information or to rent a space, call 406-726-3227 or email: arleebrownbuilding@gmail. com. Vendors must remove any unsold items at the end of the day.
Sunday, June 18
Dads eat pancakes for free
POLSON — Polson Motorcoach and RV will serve free huckleberry or regular pancakes to all Dads on Father’s Day from 8-10:30 a.m.
Monday, June 19
Catch the wave of God’s love at VBS
POLSON — Kids can “Catch the Wave of God’s Amazing Love” at Vacation Bible Camp at the Polson United Methodist Church from 9 a.m. to noon, June 19-23. The camp’s theme, “Surf Shack,” will use the analogy of waves to help campers experience God’s love. Activities will include music, puppets, story-time, games, science, crafts and mission. A light snack will be served. Camp will end with a Friday Celebration Day picnic provided for the campers and their families from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Registration for kids, entering kindergarten-12 years of age is now open. Potty-trained preschoolers are also welcome. Forms are available at the church or at: www.polsonumc.org. Camp costs are $10 per child or $20 per family. Scholarships are available. For more information call the church at 883-6161 or email info@polsonumc.org.
Learn about God’s gifts at VBS
RONAN — Vacation Bible School is being held for children ages 4 years through fifth grade at St. Paul Lutheran Church. Come learn about God’s gifts from above Monday, June 19, to Thursday, June 22, from 9:30 a.m.-noon.
Ronan summer softball camp
Ronan School District #30 will offer Summer Softball Camp June 19-20, for students entering grades fourth-ninth. 9:30-12:30pm Pitching and Catching Camp, 1:00-4:00pm Offense and Defense Camp. Call 406-676-3390 x 7414 or 406-396-4187 for more information.
Tuesday, June 20
Library offers free class
POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library will host a free technology class on Tuesday, June 20, at 2 p.m. in the meeting room. Specialist Heather Miles will present a class titled, “The Cloud and What to Do With It.” Attendees are welcome to bring their own laptops or tablets to follow along. Library laptops will also be available for attendees who don’t have a device. Anyone of any age or skill level is invited to attend. Registration is required. North Lake County Public Library is located at 2 First Ave. E. For more information or to sign up, go to the library or call 406-883-8225.
Participate in Jocko Valley Library reading event
ARLEE — Another Jocko Valley Library Summer Reading Program, “Build a Better World,” event is on Tuesday, June 20, from 9:30- 11 a.m. Call 406-726-3572 for more information.
Wednesday, June 21
Earn SNAP dollars, learn how to make salsa
POLSON — Come learn and earn $20 worth of double SNAP dollars to spend on locally grown produce, seeds, meat, eggs, bread, and garden plants at the Polson Farmers Market, for those that qualify. FoodCorps Service Members will teach a family friendly how-to-make salsa class in the Polson Middle School Garden at 1608 Second St. E on Wednesday, June 21, from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Space is limited so please sign up in advance.
Football camp on tap in Ronan
RONAN — Ronan School District #30 will offer a high school Football Camp June 21-23. For more information, call 406-676-3390 x 7423.
Native culture activities taught on Wednesdays through Aug. 9
POLSON — The Polson School Indian Education Committee is sponsoring Summer Native Culture activities available to all kids on Wednesdays from 11:30 a.m.- 1 p.m. Kids will learn about Native plants, Tribal forests, Native art, crafts, traditional tools, and drumming. Participants will experience hands-on activities and take home their own handiwork. Activities begin June 21 at the Polson Middle School and run through August 9 – except July 5. Lunch is provided. For additional information, call the District Office at 406-883-6355.
Volunteer at carnival
RONAN — Still seeking a few additional volunteers for the Carnival on June 24, at the Lake County Fairgrounds. Need people to assist with the different booths, taking tickets etc. Looking for assistance between noon-5:30 p.m. Even an hour would help us with the event. Let me know if you are interested by calling: 406-676-8300 or 406-529-3581.
Thursday, June 22
‘Invasion of the Lake Snatchers’ presented
POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library’s Summer Reading Program’s “big event” on Thursday, June 22, at 10 a.m. is “Invasion of the Lake Snatchers” with Georgia Smies (CSKT). Call 406-883-8225, for more information.
Fire Board to hold executive session
POLSON — The Polson Rural Fire Board will hold a special meeting on Thursday, June 22, at 5:30 p.m. at the Rural Fairgrounds Station number 1. This is an executive session only regarding personnel matters.
MOAM hosts motorcycle movie, tour
POLSON — The Miracle of America Museum, 36094 Memory Lane, invites all to their “Free Night at the Museum,” the fourth Thursday of every month at 6:30 p.m. The classic movie “The World’s Fastest Indian” will be shown on Thursday, June 22, along with a tour of the Indian Motorcycles (the first motorcycle manufacturer in America) in the MOAM’s motorcycle collection. Treats and donations are always welcome.
MOAM hosts motorcycle movie, tour
POLSON — The Miracle of America Museum, 36094 Memory Lane, invites all to their “Free Night at the Museum,” the fourth Thursday of every month at 6:30 p.m. The classic movie “The World’s Fastest Indian” will be shown on Thursday, June 22, along with a tour of the Indian Motorcycles (the first motorcycle manufacturer in America) in the MOAM’s motorcycle collection. Treats and donations are always welcome.
Run for fun in Arlee
ARLEE — On Thursday, June 22, join the Fun Walk/Run 1-mile or 5K at the Arlee Celebration Grounds. The Walk/Runs start at 9 a.m. Registration Forms can be picked up and submitted at the St. Ignatius, Arlee, or Elmo Tribal Fitness Centers. Late registration takes place at 8:15 a.m. on June 22. The Fun Walk/Run is part of Tribal Health’s Being In A Good Way – Strengthening Our Families Celebration. Events will be occurring all weekend. Plan to join the fun.
For more information, call the Tribal Health Department at 406-745-3525, ext. 5454
Friday, June 23
Bring ‘crackers and picks’ to Chamber Crab Fest
RONAN — The Chamber Crab Fest will take place June 23, in the City Park, weather permitting. The Chamber gets so many requests for this event that they have decided to make it an annual event. It is an all you can eat event with lots of other foods to go with it. You need to bring your own crackers, picks and alcoholic drinks, if you wish. There will be beverages available for purchase.
Tickets are $35 per person or $10 for those under 10-years-old and may be purchased at Access Montana, Glacier Bank, Ronan Flower Mill, Polson First Interstate Bank, Valley Bank, and Ronan Power Products. Don’t miss the duck races and new this year is a silent auction fundraiser to help save the Ronan Main Street Arch. It is always lots of fun and good food. For tickets call 406-676-8300.
Mission Valley Rises: holds meeting
Ronan — A meeting of non-partisan community members will take place on Friday, June 23, at 6:30 p.m. at the Safe Harbor office, 63506 Highway 93, Ronan (on the corner of Eisenhower St. and Highway 93). Everyone is welcome to come to the meeting of this community-led group that has now merged with the Mission Mountain Community Power group. Please join us as we explore effective ways to address issues that impact residents of the Mission Valley through sharing of information and positive action. We are currently planning a forum addressing the local impacts of the proposed national health care reform legislation.
Montecahto rummage sale set for June 23 and 24
POLSON – The Montecahto Club will hold its rummage sale at the Finley Point Fire Station on Friday, June 23, from noon-5 p.m. and Saturday, June 24, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The fire station is next door to the clubhouse, across Highway 35 from the Finley Point Grill. Money raised at the rummage sale goes to the club’s ongoing projects, including an annual scholarship for a Polson High School senior and sending gift boxes to those serving in the military.
Watch NRA Rodeo in Polson
Watch NRA Rodeo in PolsonPOLSON — Mission Mountain NRA Rodeo is on Friday and Saturday, June 23-24 beginning at 6:30 p.m. There will be youth events including mutton bustin’ and mini bull riding at 7:30 p.m. NRA Rodeo events include bareback, steer wrestling, saddle bronc, team roping, tie down toping, ladies and youth barrel racing, ladies and youth breakaway roping and bull riding. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children under 12 years of age. Tickets will be available at the gate. There will be no pre-sale tickets. Food, beverage and beer garden concessions will be available. There will also be live music after the Friday night performance. (Free vendors fair, no food items.) Call 406-261-2861 or for general rodeo information call 406-883-1100.