Community Calendar - June 13
Lake County Democrats
Derf Johnson, staff member for the Environmental Information Center, will present an overview of several major environmental issues currently facing Montana citizens including the Keystone Pipeline, Otter Creek coal development ( which has the potential of becoming the largest coal mine in the United States), and the expansion of other mining operations in Southeast Montana. His presentation , followed by a question and answer period, is being sponsored by the Lake County Democrats and will be held in conjunction with the monthly meeting at the Polson Senior Citizens Center 504 3rd Avenue Wednesday, June 19th , from 7:00-9:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome.
Lake County Transportation Committee
The Lake County School Transportation Committee will be meeting Thursday, June 27, 2013 at 10:00 A.M. in the Large Conference Room of the Lake County Courthouse. Adjustments needed in bus routes will be discussed. Guests are welcome. For further information, contact Michelle Wood, Lake County Superintendent of Schools, at 883-7262.
Heart and Soul Turtle Lake Neighborhood Gathering
Polson Heart and Soul continues its neighborhood gatherings Thursday, June 20 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Every one of all ages is welcome to attend with special emphasis for those living around the Turtle Lake neighborhood. Fun, good conversation and a free dinner are planned and babysitting services are available.
The neighborhood gathering will take place on the second floor of Total Screen Design located at 40735 MT Highway 35, Polson.
Polson Heart and Soul project is holding approximately 20 of these gatherings to find out what you think about Polson. Folks are invited to engage in a friendly conversation with your neighbors, ultimately to help develop a stronger, healthier Polson while preserving the best. You are invited to let your views be heard and to listen to what others have to say on a variety of topics.
The schedule of activities includes dinner from 6 – 6:30 p.m., small group conversations within groups of three, 6:30 – 7:30; and sharing with discussion led by Polson Heart and Soul staff from 7:30-8:30 p.m. Come join your neighbors in visiting about the future of Polson.
To help ensure adequate food and babysitting services, please RSVP to polsonheartsoul@montanasky.net or call 250-3498.
Family Summer Reading Program
North Lake County Public Library’s annual Family Summer Reading Program began Monday, June 10 at 10:00 a.m. Participants of all ages are invited to stop in and sign up for the popular summer-long event. This year’s theme is “Dig into Reading!”
Anyone who reads -- or is read to -- is eligible to participate. Readers can register at North Lake County Public Library in Polson during working hours any time from June 10 through July 27. Theme-related prizes and reading incentives will be offered.
Weekly Thursday morning programs will begin for school-aged children on June 13. All Thursday programs will be at 10:00 a.m. at the library or an announced location. They will run through August 8th, which is the date of the annual Bug Race. The drawing for prizes will be Thursday, August 15th, in the meeting room. Participants need not be present to win, but several mystery prizes will be given away to those who attend.
For questions, please call North Lake County Public Library in Polson at 883-8225 or stop by the circulation desk.
Free Dinner at Polson Presbyterian Church
The June Friendship Table Dinner is coming up on June 14 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Polson Presbyterian Church is located across from the Linderman School. We will be serving grilled bratwurst and trimmings. Come join us! This dinner is free and open to all.
Two Eagle River School Class of 2003 Reunion
Reunion will take place on Saturday, June 15, 2013 at Boettcher Park, in Polson. A Potluck BBQ will start at noon (bring your favorite dish), followed by a Volleyball Tourney, and more events to be announced. Family and TERS Staff are welcome to attend. For more information, check out 2003 TERS Class Reunion event on facebook or call Chrissie Ewing at Two Eagle, 675-0292.
Benefit Spaghetti Dinner
A benefit spaghetti dinner will be held for Lucky and Barbra Donegan, who lost their home in a fire. Please join us for dinner on Thursday, June 13 at the Tribal Senior Center in Polson from 5 to 9 p.m. For more information, call 249-7581 or 319-2723. Volunteers are welcome, all donations are accepted.
Masumola Club Meeting
The Masumola Club meeting will be held Thursday, June 13th, at the Clubhouse. The social gathering begins at 5:45 PM, barbecue at 6:30 and program at 7:00. The program will highlight the Masumola Club Art & Talent Show.