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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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Saturday, August 24

Join ‘Family Fun Day’

8/24/2024

POLSON — The Mission Valley Aquatic & Fitness Center, 309 Ridgewater Dr., invites you to Family Fun Day on Saturday, Aug. 24, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. There will be a bouncy house, food trucks, face painting, free swimming and a $5 dunk tank.

 

Sunday, August 25

Celebrate of D’Aste

8/25/2024

CHARLO — Celebration of the historic community of D’Aste will include memories, music, and games for children at a gathering on Sunday, Aug. 25, from 3-5 p.m. at the old D’Aste Church, south of Charlo on Dublin Gulch Road.  All are invited at no charge.

 

Pine Cone Classic played

8/25/2024

POLSON — The Pine Cone Classic (Club Championship) will be held on Sunday, Aug. 25, at the Polson Bay Country Club. The Pine Cone Classic is open to Polson Bay Golf Course passholders. Call for more info.: 406-883-8230.

 

Tags:  Polson   Polson golf course  

Semper Fi Poker Card Shoot held

8/25/2024

POLSON — Hellroaring Maring Corps Detachment 1041 Semper Fi Poker Card Shoot at the Polson Shooting Range, 38386 Kerr Dam Road, begins at 9 a.m. on Saturday, Aug 24. Veterans from all Branches or currently surviving active-duty members are invited to shoot in this free event. Bring your own 9 mm pistol with iron sites. Ammo will be provided. Winner will receive a 22 caliber six shooter pistol. Preregistration is required contact Mark Colvin at: topcolvin@yahoo.com or call or text 706-601-8777.

Tags:  Polson   Veterans  

Wednesday, August 28

Free meditation class

8/28/2024

ZOOM — Join free online meditation class Wednesdays 6-7:30 p.m. For more information call 847-721-0665.

Tags:  ZOOM  

Irrigators to meet

8/28/2024

RONAN — The Flathead Irrigation District will hold their monthly meeting, Aug. 28, at 1 p.m. at Mission West Community Development Partners building, 407 Main Street SW. 

 

Page Turners to read ‘The Lightning Thief’

8/28/2024

POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library’s Page Turner’s Youth Book Club will meet from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Grab your copy of the “The Lightning Thief” by Rick Riodan early in the month and come ready to share your favorite parts.

 

Sanders County Fair begins

8/28/2024

PLAINS — The 2024 Sanders County Fair takes place Aug. 28-Sept. 1 and includes three full nights of PRCA Rodeo performances, a demolition derby, rides, and a wide variety of food and fun. 

Thursday, August 29

Rock the Dock

8/29/2024

POLSON — Listen to Kelley and Ben on Thursday, Aug. 29, 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.

 

Tags:  Polson  

Friday, August 30

FWP hosts outdoor speaker series at Flathead Lake State Park

8/30/2024

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

 

Rock the Dock

8/30/2024

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.

 

Tags:  Polson  

Saturday, August 31

Dust off dancing shoes for Big Arm Barn dance

8/31/2024

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. 

 

Tags:  Big Arm  

Library closes for Labor Day holiday

8/31/2024

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.

 

Open enrollment parenting class held

8/31/2024

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.

 

Tags:  Polson  

Tuesday, September 3

Open enrollment parenting class held

9/3/2024

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

 

Tags:  Polson  

Wednesday, September 4

Neurodegenerative Disease Support Group to meet

9/4/2024

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.

 

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