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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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Saturday, August 28

‘Monsters’ chosen as art theme

8/28/2021

 POLSON — Instructor Sue Ball, in collaboration with Sandpiper Art Gallery, will teach an art class for kids ages 7 and up, on Saturday, Aug. 28, from 1-4 p.m. The cost of the class is $10 with materials included.

 

‘Shakespeare in the Park’ returns to Charlo

8/28/2021

CHARLO — Shakespeare’s “Cymbeline” will be performed on Saturday, Aug. 28, from 6-8 p.m. at Palmer Park. Audiences are encouraged to arrive early with chairs, blankets and picnics. Visit www.shakespeareinthe parks.org for a full schedule. All performances are free.

‘Shakespeare in the Park’ returns to Charlo

8/28/2021

CHARLO — Shakespeare’s “Cymbeline” will be performed on Saturday, Aug. 28, from 6-8 p.m. at Palmer Park. Audiences are encouraged to arrive early with chairs, blankets and picnics. 

Visit www.shakespeareinthe parks.org for a full schedule. All performances are free.

Local Kiwanis Club holds event at KOA

8/28/2021

POLSON — Kiwanis Club of Polson is hosting an “Ode to Summer: Wine, Beer and Tasty Morsels” event on Saturday, Aug. 28, from 5-7:30 p.m. at the Polson KOA. Tickets are $20 per person and are available from Polson Kiwanis members or the KOA office.

 

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Pancakes served up in Big Arm

8/28/2021

BIG ARM — The Big Arm Association will host a pancake breakfast on Saturday, Aug. 28, at our historic Big Arm School from 8-11 a.m. We will be serving pancakes, sausages, scrambled eggs, orange juice and coffee. Donations are always greatly appreciated. Hope to see you there. Come hungry. 

For more information: contact Nancy/Jeff Foster at 406-849-5064.

 

Polson Airport hold fly-in

8/28/2021

POLSON — Thanks to EAA Chapter 1122, you can enjoy a great breakfast with ham, eggs and pancakes at the Polson Airport from 8-11 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 28. Take the opportunity to see vintage, experimental and emergency/rescue aircraft. Adults and children will enjoy presentations from aviation experts and enthusiasts.

RHS Class of 1956 holds reunion

8/28/2021

RONAN — The Ronan High School class of 1956 is celebrating their 65th class reunion on Aug. 28 at Ninepipe Lodge. We would also like to invite people from other classes to join us. The fun begins at 3:30 p.m. Hope to see you all.

 

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Sunday, August 29

Attend ‘Here Comes the Sun’ Concert

8/29/2021

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.

 

Fairgrounds site of chainsaw artist event

8/29/2021

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 provide food and soft drinks for purchase starting at 5:30 p.m. Tickets are $20 each.

Monday, August 30

Sanders County Fair begins

8/30/2021

PLAINS — The Sanders County Fair opens on Monday, Aug. 30 and ends on Monday, Sept. 6. Chainsaw artist Steven Higgins will demonstrate his skills and have an inventory of his works for sale. There will be an auction of one of his designs on Sunday at the Demolition Derby. Monday - Wednesday there will be 4-H and agriculture events. The Powder River Rodeo, LLC and D&H Cattle and carnival rides all commence on Thursday, Sept. 2. There will be a Demolition Derby on Sunday, Sept. 5. Go to: sanderscountyfair.com for start time information.

 

Saturday, September 4

Enjoy ‘Championship Night’ at speedway

9/4/2021

POLSON — Mission Valley Speedway Superoval, 1113 N. Reservoir Rd. will have Mod 4s, Hornets, Hobby Stocks, Legends and late models. Admission is $10 for adults, $8 for children 8-14 and children under 7 are free. Seniors ages 55 and older pay $8 an admission fee. Time trials begin at 6 p.m. and racing begins at 7 p.m. For more information call:  406-212-8159.

 

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Library closed for holiday

9/4/2021

POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library will be closed for the Labor Day holiday on Monday, Sept. 6. The library will reopen on Tuesday, Sept. 7, at 9 a.m.

 

Wednesday, September 8

Learn Excel Part I

9/8/2021

RONAN — Lake County Community Development is offering free workshops in September to help your business succeed. These classes are offered via Zoom. Microsoft Excel is an essential tool for managing your company’s data. In this workshop, you’ll learn how to: enter and modify data in a worksheet, format worksheets, move and copy data, create formulas, work with ranges, navigate the worksheet, use the fill handle and use time-saving keyboard shortcuts. Register at: https://lccdc.ecenterdirect.com/events or call 406-676-5928. LCCD also offers classes through Flathead Valley Community College. Check them out on their website calendar: https://missionwestcdp.org/about-us/workshops-events/

 

Quilters to meet

9/8/2021

RONAN — The Mission Mountain Quilt Guild will hold their first meeting for the new year in person at the Terrace Lake Community Church in Ronan on Tuesday, Sept. 7, at 6:30 p.m. Please remember your membership is due for the new year, and bring your show and tell. Everyone is welcome, please come join the fun and enjoy all the new classes that will be going on through the year.

 

Thursday, September 9

Compete in MT Senior Olympics

9/9/2021

MISSOULA — This year’s Senior Olympics games will be held in Missoula from Sept. 9-11. Events include archery, badminton, basketball, bowling, cycling, golf, horseshoes, pickleball, racewalk, road race, shuffleboard, swimming, table tennis, track & field, and tennis. Registration opened in early June and closes mid-August. This year is a qualifying year for the 2022 national games held in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, May 10-23. Due to COVID cancelling many state games, an adjustment to the qualifying process has been implemented. Registration will open from June 1 – Aug. 1, with late registration (extra $5 fee) until Aug. 20. Interested in becoming a sponsor or volunteering? Contact Anna Bruning, games director, at bruninga@ci.missoula.mt.us or 406-552-6684. For updated qualifying information, registration and hotel details, go to: montana.fusesport.com.

Friday, September 10

Celebrate Ronan Cooperative Brewery’s first birthday

9/10/2021

 

RONAN — The Ronan Cooperative Brewery is celebrating their first birthday. How far we’ve come in the past year. Come and celebrate with us on Friday, Sept 10. There will be live music from the 440’s, yard games, and food in the beer garden. 

On Saturday, Sept. 11, there will be a live musical comedy show with Michael Glatzmaier and Deece Casillas. They are making a stop on their Nearly Famous Comedy Tour in Ronan for a special adult show. We have a limited number of tickets, so get yours today for $10.

 

Ronan tailgate party planned

9/10/2021

The Ronan Hall of Fame Committee will be hosting a tailgate event on Friday, Sept. 10, prior to the Ronan/Columbia Falls football game. Burgers, salads, chips and dessert will be served beginning at 5:30 p.m. in the high school parking lot. Donations will be accepted and all contributions will go to the Hall of Fame Project.

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