Wednesday, July 3
Thursday, July 4
‘Faith, Farmin’ & Freedom’ theme for annual 4th of July Parade in Charlo
CHARLO — The theme for the 2024 Charlo 4th of July Parade is “Faith, Farmin’ & Freedom.” There will be tractors, animals, and all the farm goods. The American Legion Post 126 will set up at 9 a.m. to sell raffle tickets for guns, fishing poles and many other great prizes with winners announced after the parade. Be sure to grab a cold drink from the Branding Iron. The Charlo football team will fry up burgers and the Charlo volleyball team will serve Grandma Nancy’s delicious frybread starting at 10 a.m. The parade will begin at noon. Entrants will line up at the softball fields on and along Morris Rd. (no registration). For more information, send a message or text 406-260-8072.
4th of July Parade planned in Arlee
ARLEE — “Salute of Freedom” is the theme of the 75th annual Arlee Fourth of July Parade. Registration will be at Arlee High School entryway, with parade line up beginning in the parking lot. The parade begins at high noon, traveling south on Fyant Street turning west onto Bouch before turning north and returning to the high school via Morigeau Street. Parade categories consist of: Patriotic, Clubs and Organizations, Commercial, Western entry, Native American entry, Novelty Humorous.
Trophies will be awarded at the Arlee Jocko Valley Museum following the parade. While waiting for the trophy presentations, take a step back in time and tour the museum, which will be open on July 4 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
A meet and greet for our veterans will be held at 10:30 a.m. at the Arlee Jocko Museum, on the corner of Bouch and Fyant. Veterans will gather at 10:30 a.m. for a group photo and to visit with community members. Veterans will then be honor as the Grand Marshals of the annual parade.
For additional information on the parade or museum contact Alvaretta at 406-726-3167 or Terry at 406-745-4220.
Arlee Jocko Valley Museum opens
ARLEE — The opening of the Arlee J0cko Valley Museum for the 2024 season will be on July 4, from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. The historic church/museum building houses a continuous photo and artifacts display of veteran memorials, homesteaders, and Native Americans. The museum is open on the 4th and by appointment by calling Alvaretta at 406-726-3167.
Free ice-cream, admission at museum
POLSON — Following the 4th of July Parade in Polson, the Polson Flathead Lake Museum offers free ice cream and free admission. Join us as we unveil our new display of Mike Taylor’s International Trap Shooting awards and his award winning rifles.
Library closed
POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library will be closed for the 4th of July holiday.
Redcoats, Minutemen skirmish held on Main
On July 4th at 11:50am the British Redcoats will march on Polson. The Polson Minutemen will, once again, put up a defense at the VFW. If you are interested in joining the resistance? Arrive at the VFW by 11am and head upstairs. See you on the 4th.
Veterans honored at Arlee Celebration
ARLEE — The fourth day of the Arlee Celebration begins with the Snake Dance (inter-tribal/social dancing) honoring all veterans at 2 p.m. At 7 p.m. Charlie Quequesah will speak at Traditional Night about honoring the ways of the Salish people. Drugs and alcohol are not permitted on premises.
Watch Polson’s 4th of July parade
POLSON — Come watch the annual Fourth of July Independence Day Parade on Main Street beginning at 11 a.m. on Thursday, July 4. The streets line with families and children eager to collect candy and watch all the fun and creative parade floats. Individuals/ groups/ businesses/ organizations, etc. can register to join the parade lineup by filling out the parade registration form at polsonchamber.com and paying a $20 fee.