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. 

ARLEE — A Memorial Ceremony takes place at 7 p.m. (No gambling is allowed until the Memorial Ceremony is over). A traditional material stick game and open games will follow.  

POLSON — The Sandpiper Art Gallery, 306 Main Street, will hold a non-juried open show open to all artists. The exhibit, “Native Heritage” will exhibit and celebrate the rich cultural heritage of our Mission Valley home. The exhibit goes until July 12. 

POLSON — The Flathead Reservation Fish and Wildlife Board will meet Wednesday, June 5, from 6-8 p.m. at the newly renovated North Lake County Public Library in Polson. The address is 102 First St E, Polson 59860. This meeting will cover Tribal Accomplishments and Projects. All interested persons are invited to attend.  CS&KT will provide sandwiches and drinks for the meeting. For more information, contact Stephanie Gillin at: Stephanie.gillin@cskt.org or Whisper Camel-Means at: Whisper.means@cskt.org or by phone at 406-883-2888.

POLSON — The Flathead Reservation Fish and Wildlife Board will meet Wednesday, June 5, from 6-8 p.m. at the newly renovated North Lake County Public Library in Polson. The address is 102 First St E, Polson 59860. This meeting will cover Tribal Accomplishments and Projects. All interested persons are invited to attend.  CS&KT will provide sandwiches and drinks for the meeting. For more information, contact Stephanie Gillin at: Stephanie.gillin@cskt.org or Whisper Camel-Means at: Whisper.means@cskt.org or by phone at 406-883-2888.

ST. IGNATIUS — Nutrition, movement, sleep being present, staying calm and social connection are the groups Tribal Specialty providers and Health Coaches will facilitate for 10 weeks starting June 5. Classes take place from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. every Thursday. Could you benefit from joining these classes? For more information contact Chelsea Kleinmeyer at 406-745-3525 ext. 7362.

RONAN — The purpose of Mission Valley Neurodegenerative Disease Support Group is to provide an opportunity for individuals and their loved ones to connect with others who are also living with PD, MS or ALS. The group will meet at St. Luke Community Healthcare, 107 Sixth Ave. SW, in the Cottonwood Conference Room, on the main floor, (across from the cafeteria). The next meeting will be held on Wednesday, June 5, at 7 p.m. Meetings are expected to last for one hour. Contact Monte Jenkins at 406-253-3484 or jenkins@ronan.net.

POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library is holding a Book Donation Day on Thursday, June 6. You are welcome to bring material donations today from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. on those dates. There is a limit of two boxes at a time. Our Friends of the Library have taken over management of our donation program and have set the third Thursday of each month as “Donation Day.” They added the extra day to give everyone the best selection for the Book Sale in June. Please refer to our Materials Donation Policy on our website for more information. Go to the "about us" tab to review library policies.

POLSON — A Kiwanis Club meeting takes place on the first Thursday of each month at noon at KwaTaqNuk resort and on the third Thursday of the month at 5:30 p.m. at Bunkers Restaurant at Polson Bay Golf Course.   Kiwanis is an international organization dedicated to improving the world one child, one community at a time.  Meetings are open to the public. Please join us.

RONAN — You are invited to our annual Mission Valley Chainsaw Carving Rendezvous on June 6-9 at the Ronan Fairgrounds. Come watch logs come to life as these world class carvers create amazing pieces of art in our carving competition. If you would like a unique piece for your home or business, join us to bid on these amazing creations. It will be a grand four days of carving, art, vendors and fun. For more information about this event, call Ronna at 406 261-7579, or if you would like to be a vendor, call Adele at 406-529-5494 to register.

POLSON — On Friday and Saturday, June 7-8 the North Lake County Public Library will hold a Book Sale. Our Friends of the Library will be holding a used book sale in the Community Room of the library on Friday, from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. There are always great finds and a large variety of materials. Come in to shop for yourself or the book lovers in your life. 

RONAN — You are invited to our annual Mission Valley Chainsaw Carving Rendezvous on June 7 at the Ronan Fairgrounds.  The Quick Carve Auction is on Friday, June 7, at 6 p.m. The Quick Carve includes a variety of smaller pieces created by the carvers. For more information about this event, call Ronna at 406 261-7579, or if you would like to be a vendor, call Adele at 406-529-5494 to register.

RONAN — The Mission Mountain Chapter of the Grizzly Scholarship Association invites you to join us for the Golf for the Griz Memorial Tournament taking place at the Mission Mountain Golf Club on June 7, 2024. The shotgun start will be at 11 a.m., and Coach and Athletic Dept. representatives will begin presentations prior to the start. Registration fee is $115 per person or $460 per 4-person team which includes Green Fees, Cart, Golf Score Prizes, a Snack Bar Buffet, and Dinner. Extra dinner price is $25 per person. This is always a fun event with silent auction, raffle, 50-50 drawing and great company. Please come join us to welcome coaches, athletic representatives and fellow Griz Fans. All funds raised go to help fund scholarships for Grizzly athletes in their education goals at the University of Montana. For further information, call the Mission Mountain Golf Club 406-676-4653 (GOLF)

HOT SPRINGS — The 75th annual Homesteader Days and Open Rodeo, one of Northwestern Montana’s best events, will be held June 7-9 in Hot Springs. Fun-filled family events begin on Friday at noon and ends at 11 p.m. There will be a variety of vendors on Main Street with art, crafts, and food. In the evening enjoy the 406 Band and many more. For more information call 406-370-4774 or 406-382-0704 or email: hotspringshomesteaders@gmail.com