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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

 

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.

 

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.

Experience ‘Lights under the Big Sky’

RONAN — On Saturday, Dec. 11, “Lights Under the Big Sky” will provide fun and entertainment for residents of the Mission Valley at the Ronan Fairgrounds from 5-9 p.m. There will be holiday lights displays; family activities and Santa.

 

Flathead Cheese holds annual open house

POLSON — Flathead Cheese, will hold their annual Open House Week from July 2-7, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. daily, at their shop, 208 First Ave. E. Call 406-883-0343 for more information.

Free 'Utilizing Aces & Trauma Informed Care' training held

PABLO — On April 22, from noon3 p.m. at Salish Kootenai College, Teresa Nygaard will present a free training entitled, "Utilizing Aces & Trauma Informed Care." Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) is a term to describe traumatic events occurring before age 18. Trauma is a deeply distressing or disturbing experience that without supports can have long-term negative effects. When “we” are trauma-informed, we realize the impact of trauma and understand there is potential for recovery. We recognize the signs and symptoms of trauma in those that we interact with and in ourselves. We respond by fully integrating knowledge about trauma into procedures, policies and practices. We seek to actively resist re-traumatization. We stop asking “What’s happening to you?” This training delves into this topic, responding to participants based on their pre-existing knowledge of the topic.

Credits are available.

The training is free but has limited seating. To register, send name, email, and contact number to: helpinghandsfund1@gmail.com. Registration confirmation will be sent within seven days. 

 

 

Free meditation classes offered

ZOOM — Mission Mountain Zen is offering free online meditation classes Wednesdays from 6-7:30 p.m. For more information and a Zoom link to the class call Zenku at 847-721-0665 or email: Jerry.Smyers@gmail.com.

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Thursday, July 25

‘The Cemetery Club’ performed

7/25/2024

POLSON — Port Polson Players presents, Ivan Menchell’s hilarious and heartwarming “The Cemetery Club,” runs Thursday through Saturday evenings at 7:30 p.m. with Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. Reservations are available by calling the Players box office at 406-883-9212 or through portpolsonplayers.com. 

Tags:  Port Polson Players   Polson  

Animal Wonders comes to library

7/25/2024

POLSON — On Thursday, July 25, at 10 a.m. the North Lake County Public Library’s Summer Reading Program will have bring Animal Wonders. Come and learn all about animals with Animal Wonders! They will bring a few of their animal ambassadors to teach us all about these amazing creatures! We might even get to hold one! 

County Fair Market Livestock Sale

7/25/2024

RONAN — The Lake County Fair Market Livestock Sale will take place on the Fairgrounds, 300 Third Ave. NW, on Thursday, July 25, at 7 p.m.

Tags:  Lake County Fair   Ronan  

Hellcat Maggie to rock the dock

7/25/2024

POLSON — Music starts at 7 p.m. at the KwaTaqNuk Resort, 49708 US Highway 93 East, with “Hellcat Maggie” providing the tunes. Admission is free and all ages are welcome.

Tags:  Polson  

Join Brewery bingo

7/25/2024

POLSON — Glacier Brewing Company will hold bingo to benefit SAFE Harbor on Thursday, July 25, from 6-9 p.m.

Tags:  Safe Harbor  

Lake County Fair events announced

7/25/2024

RONAN — The following events take place at Lake County Fair on the Fairgrounds, 300 Third Ave. NW, on Thursday, July 25: Breakfast 7-11 a.m.; Judges Orientation 8:30 a.m.: Sheep Breeding and Showmanship 9 a.m.; Kid Zone 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Goat Show 11:30 a.m.; Fashion Review 4:30 p.m.; Market Livestock Dinner 5:30 p.m.; Market Livestock Sale 7 p.m.

Learn digital literacy

7/25/2024

POLSON — Come learn about the basic concepts needed for navigating the digital landscape in today’s world and ask all your burning questions on Thursday, July 25, from 1-3 p.m. at the North Lake County Public Library.

Friday, July 26

‘Give it a Shot’

7/26/2024

POLSON — The Montana Chamber Foundation invites you to join us for ‘Give it a Shot’ Clay Target Shooting Tournament from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Proceeds go toward promoting entrepreneurship in Montana middle and high schools. No experience necessary – beginners and novices welcome. On-site coaching and loaner guns available. 

Tournament will take place at Big Sky Sporting Clays in Polson. Registration is $400/person and includes: Ace in the Hole reception & BBQ admission, shooting fees, roundtrip transportation to Big Sky Sporting Clays, on-the-go breakfast, lunch, and prizes. Contact Cary Hegreberg at 406-439-4163 or cahegreberg@gmail.com for more information.

 

Blues Festival begins

7/26/2024

HOT SPRINGS — For two days on the north lawn of Symes Hot Springs Hotel the 14th annual Hot Springs Blues Festival will feature true blues music from around the Northwest. Hambone & the Banned will play nightly from 6-8 p.m. and from 8:30-10:30 p.m. JD and the Jaguars will perform. 

Call 406-741-2361 or go to: symeshotspringsbluesfestival.com for updates.

Bring your big bib to the Crabfest

7/26/2024

RONAN — The annual Crabfest will take place at the Lake County Fair on the Fair Grounds, 300 Third Ave. NW, on Friday, July 26, at 5 p.m. Pre-purchase tickets from the Ronan Chamber of Commerce: secretary@ronanchamber.com.

Enjoy ‘The Cemetery Club’

7/26/2024

POLSON — Port Polson Players presents “The Cemetery Club,” July 2 –Aug. 11. All shows run Thursday through Saturday evenings at 7:30 p.m. with Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. 

Lake County Fair holds many events

7/26/2024

RONAN — The following events take place at Lake County Fair on the Fairgrounds, 300 Third Ave. NW, on Friday, July 26: Breakfast 8-11 a.m.; Beef and Dairy Breeding and Showmanship 9 a.m.; Kid Zone 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Rabbit Show 9 a.m.; Poultry Show 2 p.m.; Crabfest 5 p.m.; Small Fry Stock Show 5:30 p.m.

Tags:  Ronan   Lake County Fair  

Pachyderms to meet

7/26/2024

POLSON — The next Pachyderm meeting will be Friday, July 26, at noon at the Polson Rural Fire Station located at 25 Regatta Road. 

Our guest speaker for this meeting will be Polson Police Chief George Simpson. The Police Chief will give us an update on crime in the city, what are we able to as citizens to help eliminate crime and how his first year as police chief has been. He will be available for Q & A. 

We hope to see a good turnout for the Police Chief.

Rock the Dock again

7/26/2024

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

Sandpiper reception

7/26/2024

POLSON — “The Aye’s Have It” Art Show Reception takes place at the Sandpiper Art Gallery & Gifts from 5-7 p.m.

 

Saturday, July 27

Flathead Cherry Festival held

7/27/2024

POLSON — From 7-10 a.m. purchase a pancake breakfast at the Elks Lodge. From noon-5 p.m. get creatuve ib a block of sidewalk at our all-ages chalk art contest. Judging at 5 p.m. Cherry spitting at 2 p.m.

Lake County Fair includes ‘Kid Zone’

7/27/2024

RONAN — The following events take place at Lake County Fair on the Fairgrounds, 300 Third Ave. NW, on Saturday, July 27: 8-11 a.m. Breakfast; Beef and Dairy Breeding and Showmanship 9 a.m.; Kid Zone 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Large Animal Round Robin, Small Animal Round Robin to follow 3-4 p.m.; All projects released 7-9 p.m.

Tags:  Ronan   Lake County Fair  

Learn country dancing

7/27/2024

RONAN — Free country dance lessons will be given at the Lake County Fairgrounds on Saturday, July 27, from 4-6 p.m. 

A free teen competition will take place from 6-7 p.m. The main event takes place from 7 p.m. to midnight. Tickets are $5 at the door.

Sunday, July 28

‘The Cemetery Club’ performed

7/28/2024

POLSON — Port Polson Players presents, Ivan Menchell’s “The Cemetery Club,” Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. Reservations are available by calling the Players box office at 406-883-9212 or through the theatre website at: portpolsonplayers.com. All events produced at Polson’s beautiful Theatre on the Lake are presented in association with The Mission Valley Friends of the Arts.

Tags:  Port Polson Players   Polson  

Cherry Festival held downtown Polson

7/28/2024

POLSON — Enjoy live music from 1- a.m.-3 p.m. Enter your prized baked or cooked recipes for a chance to win the best pie, sweet and or savory at 1 p.m. at the Food Court Tent. 

Thursday, August 1

Enjoy ‘The Cemetery Club’

8/1/2024

POLSON — Port Polson Players presents, Ivan Menchell’s “The Cemetery Club,” July 25 – Aug. 11. All shows run Thursday through Saturday evenings at 7:30 p.m.with Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. Reservations are available by calling the Players box office at 406-883-9212 or through the theatre website at: portpolsonplayers.com. All events produced at Polson’s beautiful Theatre on the Lake are presented in association with The Mission Valley Friends of the Arts.

 

Tags:  Port Polson Players   Polson  

Polson museum open 7-days per week

8/1/2024

POLSON — The Polson Flathead Lake Museum is located at 708 Main Street, Polson and is open Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and Sunday 1-4 p.m.

 

Friday, August 2

‘The Cemetery Club’ performed

8/2/2024

POLSON — Port Polson Players presents, Ivan Menchell’s “The Cemetery Club,” July 25 – Aug. 11. All shows run Thursday through Saturday evenings at 7:30 p.m. with Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. Reservations are available by calling the Players box office at 406-883-9212. All events produced at Polson’s beautiful Theatre on the Lake are presented in association with The Mission Valley Friends of the Arts.

Bio Station holds open house

8/2/2024

YELLOW BAY — The University of Montana Flathead Lake Bio Station will hold an open house on Friday, Aug. 2. More information to follow.

Discuss book on experiences as hospice nurse, volunteer

8/2/2024

POLSON — Please join us at the North Lake County Public Library on Friday, Aug. 2, at 1 p.m. to meet multi-talented author RuthiE Neilanas she introduces her latest book,“A Sweet Taste of the Last Slice.” RuthiE will share from her experience as a hospice nurse and volunteer. 

RSVP to Helen Mangels at 406-833-0009.

Feel free to bring a friend or someone who may want or need to know more about hospice care. 

Refreshments will be served. 

 

FWP hosting outdoor speaker series at Flathead Lake State Park

8/2/2024

KALISPELL — Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is hosting an outdoor speaker series in August in the Harry Horn Picnic Shelter at the Wayfarers Unit of Flathead Lake State Park, 8600 Mt. Hwy 35, Bigfork. The speaker series event is held every Friday evening from 7-7:45 p.m. in August. There is no cost to attend the event, but registration is required. Call the ranger station for more information and to register at 406-837-3041, ext. 0. On Aug. 2 the presentation will be: Forest Fire in Northwest Montana – Past, Present, and Future by Rick Trembath.

 

Hear local woman discuss book on experiences as hospice nurse, volunteer

8/2/2024

POLSON — Please join us at the North Lake County Public Library on Friday, Aug. 2, at 1 p.m. to meet multi-talented author RuthiE Neilanas she introduces her latest book,“A Sweet Taste of the Last Slice.” RuthiE will share from her experience as a hospice nurse and volunteer. RSVP to Helen Mangels at 406-833-0009.

Feel free to bring a friend or someone who may want or need to know more about hospice care. Refreshments will be served. 

Pioneer Days fun

8/2/2024

RONAN — The Pioneer Days celebration begins on Friday, Aug. 2 and continues through Sunday, Aug. 4 at the Ronan Fairgrounds. Ronan Pioneer Days is a community event with fun for the whole family. The Kid’s Fishing Derby takes place at Ronan City Park from 8 a.m.-noon. A golf scramble happens at the Mission Mountain Golf Course beginning at 10 a.m. Bulls and Broncs Rodeo takes place at 7:30 p.m. at the Lake County Fairgrounds. Street dances with live music take place from 9 p.m.-1:30 a.m. There will be plenty of good old-fashioned entertainment. For more information call 406-676-8300 or look for Ronan Pioneer Days on Facebook.

Tags:  Pioneer Days   Ronan  

Saturday, August 3

Enjoy ‘The Cemetery Club’ performance

8/3/2024

POLSON — Port Polson Players presents Ivan Menchell’s “The Cemetery Club,” July 25 – Aug. 11. All shows run Thursday through Saturday evenings at 7:30 p.m. with Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. Reservations are available by calling the Players box office at 406-883-9212 or through the theatre website at: portpolsonplayers.com. 

Tags:  Port Polson Players   Polson  

Ninepipes Museum to host First Saturday Artist-Artisan Event

8/3/2024

CHARLO — Ninepipes Museum of Early Montana History invites the public to meet local and indigenous artists, artisans, musicians and photographers, and enjoy delicious huckleberry pastries from Allard’s Huckleberry Jam Factory on Saturday, Aug. 3, from 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Our August event features traditional Native artisans Aspen and Cameron Decker, cartoon and wool felt artisans Terry and Shawn Davis, mohair tack artisan Janey Salomon, Potter Carolyn Schoening, and musician Lyle Cronk playing and singing old western ballads. Author Dave Scott will sign his book about fighting wildfires “Fury of the Beast,” and Ruthie Nelian will be here to play her flute and chat about her book “The Sweet Taste of the Last Slice,” chronicling her experience as a hospice nurse. 

Pioneer Days plays 3-0n-3 game

8/3/2024

RONAN — Mission Valley 3-on-3 Ronan Pioneer Days event will be held Aug. 3 at the Ronan Event Center parking lots. Divisions will start with 1st grade through adults with a coed division. 

Free throw, 3-point contests and dunk contests held on Leonard Park Logging Center Court. 

Each team entry is $160 ($5 transaction fee if pay online). 

Any questions you can contact Steve Woll at 406-261-1521. 

No refunds will be given after backets are posted.

Tags:  Ronan   Pioneer Days  

Sunday, August 4

‘The Cemetery Club’ performs matinee

8/4/2024

POLSON — Port Polson Players presents, Ivan Menchell’s “The Cemetery Club,” July 25 – Aug. 11. All shows run Thursday through Saturday evenings at 7:30 p.m. with Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. Reservations are available by calling the Players box office at 406-883-9212.

Tags:  Port Polson Players   Polson  

Free Glacier Park entry

8/4/2024

GLACIER PARK — Entry to Glacier National Park is free on Sunday, Aug. 4, in celebration of the Great American Outdoors Act.

Tuesday, August 6

Discuss dementia services

8/6/2024

POLSON — On Tuesday, Aug. 6, from 11:30-12:30 p.m. in the Library Community Room a lunchtime conversation on dementia friendly services. The library has received a grant to offer dementia friendly services. Please plan to share your thoughts and ideas on this important topic. RSVP by Aug. 1 by calling 406-883-8225 so that we can plan our luncheon accordingly. Thank you to Libraries Transforming Communities- Accessible Small and Rural Communities.

 

Local author discusses book

8/6/2024

POLSON — On Tuesday, Aug. 6, from 6-7:30 p.m. at North Lake County Public Library, Susie Wall, who is a local author, will be here to discuss her new book: 100 Things to Do in Montana Before You Die. Susie Wall will be selling & signing copies of her book during this event. This program is free and open to the public. 

Wednesday, August 7

Biological Station luncheon

8/7/2024

POLSON — Luncheon for Flathead Lake Biological Station held at Bunker’s Restaurant will Tom Bansak.

CASA holds Trunk Treasures sale

8/7/2024

POLSON — On Saturday, Sep. 7, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. CASA will hold a Trunk Treasures sale in the parking lot of Polson High School. Sellers can purchase a 9 X 18 parking spot for  $15 or two for $25 to sell their goods from. Proceeds are kept by the sellers. Call 406-883-0158 to reserve your space. 

 

Tags:  Polson   Polson schools  

CASA holds Trunk Treasures sale

8/7/2024

POLSON — On Saturday, Sep. 7, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. CASA will hold a Trunk Treasures sale in the parking lot of Polson High School. Sellers can purchase a 9 X 18 parking spot for  $15 or two for $25 to sell their goods from. Proceeds are kept by the sellers. Call 406-883-0158 to reserve your space. 

 

Tags:  Polson   CASA  

Polson museum open 7-days per week

8/7/2024

POLSON — The Polson Flathead Lake Museum is located at 708 Main Street, Polson and is open Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and Sunday 1-4 p.m.

 

Summer Soiree held

8/7/2024

POLSON — Join us on Wednesday, Aug. 7, from 5:30-9 p.m., for a remarkable evening fundraiser with panoramic views of Flathead Lake at 29368 Black Bear Trail, in Polson. Immerse yourself in the soulful melodies of Rob Quist & Great Northern during a private concert, while indulging in a delightful array of appetizers and refreshing beverages. 

This exclusive event is limited to only 125 attendees, ensuring an intimate and unforgettable experience. 

Tickets are $65 a person. All proceeds from the event will directly support the Flathead Lakers and our mission to safeguard clean water and protect healthy ecosystems in the Flathead watershed.

The purchase of a ticket for the Summer Soiree covers food, beverage, and entertainment costs for the evening. We welcome additional donations to the work of the Flathead Lakers and will be making a special appeal at the event. 

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