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. 30 the presentation will be: FWP Tribal Liaison Kqyn Kuka.

POLSON — Listen to Northern Lights Band on Friday, Aug. 30, at 7 p.m. at the KwaTaqNuk Resort. Admission is free and all ages are welcome. There will be food, drinks, live music and more.

BIG ARM — The Big Arm Association will host our 15th annual barn dance on Friday, Aug. 31, from 5:30-9 p.m. at our historic Big Arm School. We will serve grilled burgers with all the fixings, coleslaw, baked beans, potato chips, and a beverage. Everyone loves the delicious huckleberry ice cream from the Cove Deli that we serve for dessert. Dinner is from 5:30-7 p.m. We gladly accept donations for the meal. We will be holding a 50/50 raffle, and we will give away door prizes. Live music will be provided by “Music by the Country Folks” from 7-9 p.m. They encourage you to join and sing along with some of your “old-time favorites,” and dust off your dancing shoes for a fun-filled evening. Contact Nancy Foster at 406-849-5064 with any questions. 

POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library will be closed from Saturday, Aug. 31, through Monday, Sept. 2. We look forward to seeing you again on Tuesday, Sept. 3, at 9 a.m.

POLSON — “Children in Between,” an open enrollment parenting class will be held on three consecutive Saturday sessions 8/31, 9/3, and 9/10, from 11 a.m.-1 p.m., at 410 1st St. E. Call 406-883-0158 to reserve your spot.

POLSON — “Children in Between,” an open enrollment parenting class will be held on three consecutive Tuesday sessions 8/27, 9/3, and 9/10, from 5-7 p.m., at 410 1st St. E. Call 406-883-0158 to reserve your spot

RONAN — On Wednesday, Sept. 4, at 7 p.m. at St. Luke Community Hospital, 107 Sixth Ave. SW, in the Cottonwood Conference room (across from the cafeteria). 

This month’s focus will be on “Caregiving” presented by Dixie Bisson from Western Montana Aging Services. This group meets each month to provide an opportunity for individuals and their loved ones to connect with others who are also living with PD, MS or ALS.  

Call Monte for more information at 406-253-3484.

POLSON — The Mission Valley Elks Club will provide EZ Child ID to create an ID for the children in your life, from 3-6 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 6, at the Elks Club, 512 Main Street. Come take advantage of this amazing service. For questions, call 406-883-1695.

POLSON — The Mission Valley Elks Club will provide EZ Child ID to create an ID for the children in your life, from 3-6 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 6, at the Elks Club, 512 Main Street. Come take advantage of this amazing service. For questions, call 406-883-1695.

 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. 

The first two hours are the most criticle when a child is missing, 2000 children are reported missing every day. A rapid response and clear documentation are key to bringing a child home safely and quickly. The safety and well being of our families and communities is paramount to the Montana State Elks Association. That is why we are pleased to offer our communities access to the nations most comprehensive digital fingerprinting child/family member identification system. September 6th at the Elks Lodge 512 Main Dt, Polson And on the 7th at the Super Oval Race track south of Polson. Hours for both events are from 3 to 6: PM For more information call Fred at 406-880-0161.

CHARLO — Come to our final 2024 First Saturday event from 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. and meet local artists, authors, musicians and enjoy delicious huckleberry pastries from Allard’s Huckleberry Jam Factory and get an Indian Taco from Fat Baby Fry Bread food truck. 

Also on site for this event will be: western artist, Jim Thomason; lavender farmer, Lori Parr; author of “No Ordinary Journey,” Mary O’Brien; antler artist, Clayton Holler; author of “An Answering Flame” and “Havoc Red,” Margo Mowbray; artist and beader, Alyss Fowler; author and illustrator, Karla Martinson; and local musicians, “The Lake Bloomers” will provide music from noon to 2 p.m.  

For more information go to: www.ninpipesmuseum.org

POLSON — The Mission Valley Elks Club will provide EZ Child ID to create an ID for the children in your life, from 3-6 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 7, at the Mission Valley Race Way, 1113 Reservoir Road. Come take advantage of this amazing service. For questions, call 406-883-1695.

PABLO — On Saturday, Sept. 7, and Sunday, Sept. 8, at Salish Kootenai College’s Joe McDonald Gym, there will be a free clinic for low income friends who need assistance. It is not open to individuals who are secure and can afford private veterinary services. The clinic is only open to Flathead Reservation residents. 

A strong preference will be given to cats from the Jocko Valley. 

Due to safety considerations, the clinic is limited to healthy dogs and excludes short-snout breeds (pugs, boxers, etc.) and giant breed dogs. 

Low-cost annual and rabies vaccines ($15) and microchips ($20) will be available for any walk-ins. Spay/neuter surgeries are by appointment only. You will receive a call from our volunteers for further questions and to set your appointment time. Space is limited. 

To be considered text the following complete information to ARC at 406-552-8322. For each animal provide their name, species (dog or cat), sex, age, size (for dogs only).

For each owner provide your full name, address, phone, and email address.

POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library’s Mother Goose program will not meet on Monday, Sept. 9. Mother Goose is taking a break but will return on Monday, Sept. 16.

POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library’s Mother Goose program will not meet on Monday, Sept. 9. Mother Goose is taking a break. 

POLSON — The Polson Bay Golf Course will host the Polson Pirate Invite on Monday, Sept. 9, an 18-hole high school golf tournament that closes the golf course and is held from 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

PABLO — Presented by Zero to Five MT, on Sept. 11 from noon to 3 p.m. in the SKC Joe McDonald Activity Center in the Sherri McDonald Room, this training is tailored to equip families, providers, and community members with the knowledge and tools needed for effective advocacy. Gain a basic understanding of policy, the Montana Legislature, and the legislative process. Explore various advocacy strategies and learn how to engage in the process. Call 406-883-0770 or 406-513-1115 ext. 102 to register or for more information.

ZOOM — Mission Mountain Zen is offering free online meditation classes. Join the Mission Mountain Zen Center on Wednesdays, for an online meditation class led by Zen Teacher, Zenku, including meditation instruction, practice and discussion via Zoom from 6-7:30 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.

DIXON — The CSKT Tribal Health Harvest Fest will be held in Dixon at the school gymnasium from 4:30-7:30 p.m. Come celebrate community at this family-friendly event that includes health education, games, fresh local produce, door prizes, and dry meat. 

POLSON — Join hosts Mary Jensen, Kristin Hughmanick and Maryanne Beaman for an old-fashioned potluck with the social hour beginning at 5:45 p.m. A-H: hot dish; I-O: dessert; P-Z: salad or vegetable. 

Dues are $40 for a couple or family or $20 for an individual. Bring your beverage of choice, plate, silverware, glass, smile and sunny disposition. President Jane Mitchell will report on the recent board action.

MISSOULA — This year’s Senior Olympic games will be held in Missoula Sept.12-14 showcasing 15 different sports including: archery, basketball, bowling, cornhole, cycling, golf, horseshoes, pickleball, 1K & 3K road race, shuffleboard, swimming, track & field, and tennis. Registration begins June 3 and ends Aug. 24 at 11:59 p.m. For more information go to: montana.fusesport.com or call 406-552-6684. All sports offered with the MT Senior Olympics, other than horseshoes, are qualifying events for Nationals. The events are free to spectators.

POLSON — Join the North Lake County Public Library on Thursday, Sept. 12, from 10-11 a.m. for the return of their popular Story Time. This program is geared toward kindergarten readiness, ages 3-5 years. We read books, make crafts and play games. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to join in this interactive program.