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‘Park After Dark’ winter hike offered at Lone Pine State Park

KALISPELL — On Wednesday, Feb. 16, from  7:30-9 p.m. experience Lone Pine State Park on a wintery night on this full moon hike. Moon views vary depending on cloud cover, but you’re guaranteed a nighttime adventure that experiences the park after hours. Be sure to dress for the weather. Trails are typically icy at this time of year, so wear micro spikes like Yaktrax if there’s snow on the ground. We’ll have snowshoes available if needed. Please bring a flashlight or headlamp. Call the visitor center at 406-755-2706, ext. 0, to register, as space is limited. Cost is $4 per hiker ($8 entry fee for non-resident vehicles).

 

‘Prepare to be Bear Aware’ education class offered at Lone Pine

 

 

KALISPELL — On Saturday, March 16, at 10 a.m. at Lone Pine State Park Visitor Center, you can learn safety tips and tools to keep people safe and bears wild as they emerge from their dens this spring. Join us as we share practical strategies designed to minimize bear-human conflicts and promote coexistence. From securing garbage bins to proper food storage techniques, we will share provide invaluable insights into creating bear-resistant environments. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn, connect, and take action for the well-being of all. Registration is required as space is limited. There is no charge for this program. ($8 park entry fee still applies to out-of-state vehicles). For more information visit: fwp.mt.gov/stateparks/lone-pine or call 406-755-2706

 

All welcome to Easter service

RONAN - Faith Lutheran Church, 406 Fifth Ave. SW, invites all to their Easter Sunday service on Sunday, April 20, at 9 p.m. Refreshments will follow the service.

Arlee to hold free screening clinic

ARLEE — A free Developmental and Preschool Screening Clinic for children ages 0 to 5 for Arlee School District will be held on Oct. 29, 2024, from 9 a.m.–11:30 a.m. at Arlee Elementary School. This free screening will include gross motor, fine motor, language concepts, communication concepts, communication skills, hearing and vision screening. 

Call 406-726-3216 to schedule an appointment for your child’s screening or to receive more information.

Attend ‘Here Comes the Sun’ Concert

POLSON — The Polson Fairground Amphitheatre is the site of the “Here Comes the Sun” concert. This concert celebrates the sounds and songs of the Beatles at 7 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 29. Bring lawn chairs or blankets. Food trucks will be on site at 5:30 p.m. Tickets are $20 each.

 

Church holds annual Craft Fair/Garage Sale

POLSON - The fourth annual vendor/craft fair and garage sale will take place from 9 a.m.- 2 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church, 301 16th Ave. E. A hot dog lunch will be available for $2 from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. For more information call 406-250-1061. 

 

Country Jam, dances cancelled

POLSON — Our Classic Country Jammin’ scheduled for April 5, at the Elks Ballroom in Polson is cancelled until further notice. Wednesday night dances at the Elks’ ballroom in Polson are also cancelled until further notice. We pray that everyone is staying home and being safe. We do have to go out for essentials and that is okay. Lake City Bakery, McDonalds and Burgerville are open in Polson for take outs. We are all in this together and need to help each other wherever we can, physically or financially. Please encourage one another and we will all get through this. Don’t be prideful and not ask for help, if you really need it. This hardship we are going through may take a little time but if we all work together and for each other, it will pass. We hope to see you all again very soon.

Donation day planned at library

POLSON —Friends of the Library will hold their donation day on Nov. 2 for the month of November. You can donate up to two boxes of books per donation. Please make sure they are in good, clean condition. Visit: northlakecountylibrary.org and go to the “about us” tab and choose material donation policy for specific details.

 

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Thursday, August 14

Farmers Market moved to Riverside Park

5/23/2025 - 9/26/2025

POLSON - The Polson Farmers Market, held every Friday from 9 a.m.-1 p.m., will take place at Riverside Park, 49401 US-93, until further notice. See Polson Farmers Market on Facebook for more information.

 

Tags:  Polson   Farmers market  

Join law enforcement, first responder open house barbecue

8/14/2025

PABLO -  On Thursday, Aug. 14, between 12-3 p.m. at the Pablo Hub, 42297 2nd Ave, learn about “Never Alone” services, (NARSS) and enjoy a free barbecue and good company Learn about the new NARSS Community Peer Support Team Pilot Project, meet the team and learn about other recovery support services 

Call Shay Ashley or Levi Clatterbuck for more information at 406-332-7003.

 

 

Friday, August 15

Address climate concerns at Climate Café

8/15/2025

POLSON — Concerned about the climate? The Climate Café offers an open space to connect, share ideas, and discuss meaningful actions. Our focus is on creating a resilient Flathead watershed and fostering unity for positive change. The group meets the third Friday of every month at the Flathead Lakers Patio, 110 Main St. Polson from 9-11 a.m. Join us to make a difference in our community.

 

Enjoy music entertainment at the Durham

8/15/2025

POLSON - The Durham on Hwy. 93 downtown Polson offers music by Zane Tohme on Aug. 15, from 7-9 p.m.

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Music at Glacier Brewing

8/15/2025

POLSON - Glacier Brewing, 6 Tenth Ave. E, will host Achilles Morony  starting at 5 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 15.

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Rock the Dock

8/15/2025

POLSON — Music starts at 7 p.m. at the KwaTaqNuk Resort, 49708 US Highway 93 E, with Rob Quist providing the tunes. Admission is free and all ages are welcome.

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Saturday, August 16

Attend Day of Hope

8/16/2025

POLSON — The annual Day of Hope Back to School event takes place at the Cove Deli & Pizza, 11 Third Ave., from 10 a.m. to noon. Receive tons of free food from Convoy of Hope, free back packs, school supplies. Tribal Health, Tribal Education, fire trucks, police cars, local medical providers, local non-profits, churches and much more will be there.

 

Tags:  Polson   Day of Hope  

Music played at Glacie Brewing

8/16/2025

POLSON — Glacier Brewing, 6 Tenth Ave. E, will host Pete Moller starting at 5 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 16.

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Read with others at Bookfest Club

8/16/2025

POLSON — The Polson Library’s adult Bookfest Club is reading “The Unmaking of June Farrow.”  Join a lively discussion and enjoy some pastries at 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 16, at the library.

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Sunday, August 17

Let’s Talk Art

8/17/2025

POLSON — The Sandpiper Art Gallery and Gifts, 306 Main Street, will host “Let’s Talk Art” with a Montana-focused collaborative artist group. The discussion will be about “Open Air.”

Tuesday, August 19

Enjoy Summer Youth Cultural Connection Day

8/19/2025

HOT SPRINGS- Tribal Health invites all to Summer Youth Cultural Connection Day events. Activities will include, painting/coloring, specialty table, language, bead art, story time, elder visiting, traditional games and yard games held between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. with lunch provided. Call with questions at 406-745-3525 X 5065. The Aug. 19 event will be held at Hot Springs City Park. 

Tags:  Hot Springs   Tribal Health  

Learn from author about Montana murder

8/19/2025

POLSON - On Tuesday, Aug. 19, at 6 p.m. at the Polson Library, author Clem Pellet will present “Murder on Montana’s Hi-Line,” with an author signing and book talk about this true Montana murder. Discover the enthralling twists and turns of this true Montana murder saga the author, Clem Pellett, tracks down his grandfather’s murderer. This presentation is free and open to the public. Watch for the movie release in 2025. 

Tags:  Polson   Polson library   Montana  

Phone, Computer Basics Classes canceled

8/19/2025

POLSON - The Polson Library will NOT hold phone and computer basics classes on the third Tuesday of each month due to staffing issues. 

 

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Wednesday, August 20

Free meditation class offered

8/20/2025

POLSON - Join the Mission Mountain Zen Center on Wednesdays for online instruction, practice and discussion via Zoom and in-person. The classes will be from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Go to: www.missionmountainzen.org for more information.

Tags:  Polson   ZOOM  

Join library’s book drop movie party, watch ‘Stargirl’

8/20/2025

POLSON - Hey Book Drop! Let’s have a movie party. We’ve read “Stargirl”, now let’s watch it. Meet in the Community Room at the Polson Library. We will start at 3 p.m. and the movie will end around 5 p.m. 

 

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Join library’s book drop movie party, watch ‘Stargirl’

8/20/2025

POLSON - Hey Book Drop! Let’s have a movie party. We’ve read “Stargirl”, now let’s watch it. Meet in the Community Room at the Polson Library. We will start at 3 p.m. and the movie will end around 5 p.m. 

Tags:  Polson library   Polson  

Thursday, August 21

Reception held for Polson Artists

8/21/2025

POLSON - From 6-8 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 22, an opening reception with appetizers and drinks will be held at 48905 Highway 93 for Artists of Polson Studio Tour event. Call 406-802-4469 for more information.

Donate books at library

8/21/2025

POLSON - You are welcome to bring donations to Polson Library from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 21. There is a two boxe limit. Friends of the Library manage our donation program, and set the third Thursday of each month as “Donation Day.” Refer to our Materials Donation Policy on our website.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Donate books at library

8/21/2025

POLSON - You are welcome to bring donations to Polson Library from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 21. There is a two boxe limit. Friends of the Library manage our donation program, and set the third Thursday of each month as “Donation Day.” Refer to our Materials Donation Policy on our website.

Tags:  Polson   Polson library  

Free meditation class offered

8/21/2025

POLSON - Join the Mission Mountain Zen Center on Wednesdays for online instruction, practice and discussion via Zoom and in-person. The classes will be rom 6 to 7:30 p.m. For more information and a Zoom link to the class call Zenku at 847-721-0665 or email at: Jerry.Smyers@gmail.com or go to: www.missionmountainzen.org 

Tags:  ZOOM   Polson  

Grow Together Block Party held

8/21/2025

POLSON - On Thursday, Aug. 21, a free, family-friendly celebration will be held at Third Ave E, from 5-8 p.m. The theme is “Grow Together: Land, Business, and Community.” This event blends land stewardship, business growth, and community spirit for an unforgettable evening. Expect live music by a local band featuring indie-folk, bluegrass and easy summer tunes.  There will be games, family-friendly activities like face painting, food trucks, vendors and business open houses. 

 

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Grow Together Block Party held

8/21/2025

POLSON - On Thursday, Aug. 21, a free, family-friendly celebration will be held at Third Ave E, from 5-8 p.m. The theme is “Grow Together: Land, Business, and Community.” This event blends land stewardship, business growth, and community spirit for an unforgettable evening. Expect live music by a local band featuring indie-folk, bluegrass and easy summer tunes. There will be games, family-friendly activities like face painting, food trucks, vendors and business open houses. 

An event highlight will be expert advice on land care and noxious weed management from MSU Extension. If interesting in hosting a booth or sponsoring an activity or performance or volunteering, call 406-883-5969.

 

Tags:  Polson   MSU   business  

Join the Business Pulse Block Party

8/21/2025

POLSON - The Polson Chamber of Commerce will hold a Business Pulse Block Party on Thursday, Aug. 21, from 5-8 p.m. at third Ave. E. Event highlights include live music, insightful presentations, games, local food trucks and vendors, Chamber member booths, face painting, business open houses. Interested in hosting a booth, sponsoring an activity or performance, or volunteering your time? Contact the Polson Chamber: 406-8835969 for more information. 

Rock the Dock

8/21/2025

POLSON — Music starts at 7 p.m. at the KwaTaqNuk Resort, 49708 US Highway 93 E, with the group “Off in the Woods” providing the tunes. Admission is free and all ages are welcome.

 

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Friday, August 22

Keb’ Mo’, Shawn Colvin coming to Wachholz College Center

8/22/2025

KALISPELL - Blues and folk musicians Keb’ Mo’ and Shawn Colvin will be in concert on Aug. 22 at 7:30 p.m. at the Wachholz College Center. Keb’ Mo’ and Shawn Colvin, both highly acclaimed and Grammy Award-winning artists, bring their unique blend of blues and folk to the stage. Keb’ Mo’, renowned for his modern take on Delta blues, and Shawn Colvin, celebrated for her introspective songwriting and ethereal voice, weaves intricate tales through her music.

 

Keb’ Mo’, Shawn Colvin coming to Wachholz College Center

8/22/2025

KALISPELL - Keb’ Mo’ and Shawn Colvin will be in concert on Aug. 22 at 7:30 p.m. at the Wachholz College Center. Keb’ Mo’ and Shawn Colvin, both highly acclaimed and Grammy Award-winning artists, bring their unique blend of blues and folk to the stage. Keb’ Mo’, is renowned for his Delta blues, and rich, expressive voice. Shawn Colvin, is celebrated for her introspective songwriting and ethereal voice.

Polson Friends of the Library hold book sale

8/22/2025

POLSON — Polson Library’s Friends of the Library will hold a used book sale on Friday and Saturday, Aug. 22 and 23, in the Community Room at the Polson Public Library, 102 First Street E. from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday, and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday.  There will be no Mother Goose or Toddler Time held this day.

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Saturday, August 23

Artists Tour begins

8/23/2025

MISSION VALLEY - The Artists’ Studio Tour offers a unique opportunity for art enthusiasts to explore various studios and witness the magic of art creation up close. Through this event, we aim to promote and support the vibrant art community in Polson, creating connections between artists and art lovers. There will be demonstrations, works in progress and finished pieces of art. The self-guided tour is free of charge. Go to: artistsofpolson.com or call 406-802-4469 for more information and the tour map.

Tags:  Mission Valley   Polson  

Black Powder Range Days held

8/23/2025

ST. IGNATIUS — Black Powder Range Days will be held at Fort Connah Black Powder Range, 71450 US-93, from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 23. Free for Fort Connah Restoration Society members or $5 per person. Proceeds go student art history outreach program. For more information call 406-3872.

Tags:  St. Ignatius   Fort Connah  

Cruisin’ the Flathead Poker Run

8/23/2025

POLSON — Registration for Cruisin’ the Flathead Poker Run High & Low Split takes place at Bayside Riser Coffee, 50486 US Hwy 93 - (across from Ace Hardware) from 8-10 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 23. Cruise starts at 10 a.m. Poker cards are available there for $10 a hand. Cruise around Flathead Lake, end at Mountain Meadows Resort, in Proctor for our dinner. Dinner and drinks are extra and off the menu. For information call 406-925-525-1134.

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CSKT holds ‘Back to School’ event

8/23/2025

PABLO - On Saturday, Aug. 23, CSKT will hold a ‘Back to School’ event at SKC. Enjoy free school supplies, backpacks, bouncy houses, face painting and more.

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Go to MV Super Oval

8/23/2025

POLSON - The Double Points Throwdown, with twin main events all divisions takes place on Saturday, Aug. 23. Gates open at 4 p.m., qualifying happens at 6 p.m. and racing starts at 7 p.m. For more information, go to: MissionValleySuperOval.com.

Mission Valley Aquatics holds Family Fun Day

8/23/2025

POLSON - On Saturday, Aug. 23, the Mission Valley Aquatics & Fitness Center will hold a family fun day from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Events include free swimming, food trucks, games and prizes, bounce house, dunk a hero dunk tank and a free book give-away. No joiners fee and 20% off your first month if you sign up on Aug. 23 during the event.

Sunday, August 24

Shakespeare’s ‘As you Like It’ performed

8/24/2025

CHARLO — Join MT Shakespeare in the Parks for a free performance of Shakespeare’s “As You Like It.” Pack a picnic, grab your friends, and enjoy this world class performance. Seating is first come, first served. We ask that tall chairs sit further back to allow those on blankets and in short chairs to see. Pre-show performance: Arrive early for a special pre-show performance.Outdoor location: Palmer Park (212 Charlo 59824). Inclement weather location: St. Ignatius High School (76 Third Ave. St. Ignatius 59865). There are two audio accessibility options available for each of our performances. Go to: shakespearareintheparks.org for details.

Monday, August 25

Shakespeare’s ‘Henry V’ performed in Polson

8/25/2025

POLSON — Join Montana Shakespeare in the Parks for free a performance of Shakespeare’s “Henry V.” Seating is first come, first served. We ask that tall chairs sit further back to allow those on blankets and in short chairs to see. Pre-show performance: Arrive early for a special pre-show performance by TinFinley Band from 5-5:45 p.m. Outdoor location: Polson Fairgrounds Amphitheater (320 Regatta Road, Polson, MT). Inclement weather location: Polson High School Auditorium (1712 Second Street W, Polson). 

Wednesday, August 27

Elmo Community save the date

8/27/2025

ELMO -  CSKT Tribal Health is holding a Harvest Fest in several local communities on various dates. On Aug. 27 in the Ksanka Hall from 3:30-6:30 p.m. enjoy the 2025 Harvest Fest.

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