COMMUNITY CALENDAR April 17-23
<p>Salvation Army Manager Dawn Taylor adjusts some easter eggs April 12 in the display window of the charity thrift store at the corner of Second Street and Highway 93 in Polson. The displays were originally put up by volunteer Cathy Gibson. The store opened about 18 months ago and features clothes, toys, small appliances and furniture, among other items. Taylor said she is looking for donations of fans for the summer. Check the Leader’s Community Calendar for all the Easter Week happenings.</p>
THURSDAY, APRIL 17
WHAT: Human Rights Group sponsors ‘Stories from a Nation Within’
WHEN: 5:30 p.m.
WHERE: Preston Town-Country Library, 203 E. Main Street, Hot Springs
DETAILS: A free film will be shown to offer information about Allotment/Homesteading and Contemporary Tribal Government, narrated by Dan Decker. There will be respectful discussion after the film. FRHRC is a non-profit organization, which seeks to diminish conflict and enhance cooperation between cultural groups. The series will continue with another film and discussion about Tribal Sovreignty and Indian Water Rights on April 24.
CONTACT: Chris Riebe 741-2005.
WHAT: Library Food for Fines
WHEN: Through April 19
WHERE: North Lake County Public Library, 2 First Ave East in Polson
DETAILS: Because of National Library Week, North Lake County Public Library will offer its tradtional fine forgiveness. Patrons with overdue items or fines on their cards are encouraged to bring one item of canned or packaged food to the circulation desk for each item that is late. In return, fines will be waived. Forgiveness of fines does not include lost or damaged items. All food contributions will be donated to the Polson Loaves and Fish Food Pantry.
CONTACT: 883-8225.
WHAT: Lord’s Supper Mass
WHEN: 7 p.m.
WHERE: Sacred Heart Mission in Arlee
DETAILS: St. Ignatius, Sacred Heart and St. John Berchman/Jocko Missions host Holy Week events. Includes washing of the feet.
WHAT: The Maundy Thursday service, commemorating the Last Supper
WHEN: 6:30 p.m.
WHERE: Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Polson during Holy Week.
DETAILS: Will include a study, hymns and Holy Communion.
CONTACT: 883-5864, gslcpolsonmt@gmail.com or www.gslcpolsonmt.com
FRIDAY, APRIL 18
WHAT: Good Friday mass
WHEN: 7 p.m.
WHERE: St. Ignatius Mission
DETAILS: Celebration of the Lord’s Passion
WHAT: Good Friday service
WHEN: 6:30 p.m.
WHERE: Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Polson
DETAILS: Covering the Last Supper through the time of Christ’s crucifixion.
CONTACT: 883-5864, gslcpolsonmt@gmail.com or www.gslcpolsonmt.com
SATURDAY, APRIL 19
WHAT: Ultimate Frisbee Invitational
WHEN: 10 a.m.
WHERE: Mission Valley Christian Academy, 38907 MT Hwy 35 Polson
DETAILS: Concessions - hot dogs lunch, bake sale. Proceeds help the team go to Seattle for a tournament.
WHAT: Polson Community Easter Egg Hunt
WHEN: 9 a.m.
WHERE: Boettcher Park
DETAILS: Alpha Upsilon chapter of Beta Sigma Phi will sponsor. Children will be grouped by age from fourth grade and below.
CONTACT: Brittany Simonich, 270-2974
WHAT: Dayton Proctor Park Association Easter Egg Hunt
WHEN: 11 a.m.
WHERE: Dayton Proctor Park Association
DETAILS: Includes games and an Easter bonnet contest.
WHAT: St. Ignatius Easter egg hunt
WHEN: 10 a.m.
WHERE: St. Ignatius Football Field
DETAILS: The St. Ignatius Chamber of Commerce sponsor. There will be prizes for each age group from newborn to 3, 4 to 6, 7 to 9, and 10 to 12. Come early to meet the Easter Bunny.
WHAT: Big Arm Easter egg hunt
WHEN: 1 p.m.
WHERE: Historic school
DETAILS: Big Arm Association sponsor children’s egg hunt.
CONTACT: Nancy Foster 849-5064.
WHAT: Easter egg hunt
WHEN: 11 a.m.
WHERE: Bockman Park (Ronan City Park).
DETAILS: Mission Mountain Enterprises sponsors the 20th annual Ronan Community Easter Egg Hunt. Meet the Easter Bunny. Five age groups: 0-2 years, 3-4 years, 5-7 years, 8-9 years and 10-12 years. Each egg hunter will receive a sack of goodies.
WHAT: Easter carnival
WHEN: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
WHERE: Polson Walmart
DETAILS: Nancy’s Kids sponsors free kids’ carnival, train rides, a DJ, a free photo of your child with the Easter Bunny and an all-day bake sale with proceeds going to a local veteran.
CONTACT: Nancy at 871-9784 or 885-5504.
WHAT: Holy Saturday Easter Vigil
WHEN: 9 p.m.
WHERE: St. Ignatius Mission
SUNDAY, APRIL 20
WHAT: Sunrise Service
WHEN: 7 a.m.
WHERE: Good Old Days Park in St. Ignatius
DETAILS: The event includes the Mission gospel ringers and other special music. Food will be served after the service.
WHAT: Easter mass
WHEN: 9:15 a.m.
WHERE: St. Ignatius Mission
DETAILS: Resurrection of the Lord
WHAT: Easter Sunday events
WHEN: 7 a.m. - Sunrise Service; 8 a.m. - Youth Group Breakfast; 9 a.m. – Easter Day Service
WHERE: Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Polson
DETAILS: There is no charge for the meal; however, donations will be gratefully accepted and go toward the 2014 Service Trip to Bethlehem. Holy Communion will be served at both services.
CONTACT: 883-5864, gslcpolsonmt@gmail.com or www.gslcpolsonmt.com
MONDAY, APRIL 21
WHAT: Movie night – ‘Foodmatters - Let thy food be thy medicine.’
WHEN: 5 p.m. co-op meeting; 6 p.m. show time
WHERE: Journey Be’s Wander Inn, 101 Seventh Ave. W. in Polson.
DETAILS: The Montana Co-op Local Food and Sustainability sponsors the Monday Night at the Movies Spring Film Series. Bring snacks.
CONTACT: 883-1330.
TUESDAY, APRIL 22
WHAT: State convention report shared at DAR meeting
WHEN: Noon-Refreshments, Meeting-1 p.m.
WHERE: United Methodist Church, Highway 93, north of St. Ignatius (top of the hill).
DETAILS: Kuilix Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution
CONTACT: 745-3118
BULLETIN BOARD
Magazines for Troops notice
Due to the large numbers of paperback books donated in recent months, Magazines for Troops will not be accepting paperback books until further notice. Please continue with magazine donations, as we are always in need of those. Thank you for your support. Call Esther at 883-1517 or Donna at 261-9408 with questions.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 23
WHAT: Experimental Aircraft Association Meeting
WHEN: 6:30 p.m.
WHERE: Polson Airport
DETAILS: Potluck social and open to everyone. Bring side dish, salad or dessert. Burgers provided by the chapter. Guest speaker Keith Urbach on “Supporting Air Force One.”
WHAT: First Resort’s ‘Ladies’ Night’
WHEN: 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
WHERE: 219 Main Street, Polson
DETAILS: Giveaways, complimentary hors d’oeuvres, wine and huge discounts.
WHAT: Ronan School Board candidate forum and spaghetti feed
WHEN: Spaghetti feed – 5:30; forum - 7 p.m.
WHERE: Ronan Performing Arts Center
DETAILS: The Student Council will be hosting a Spaghetti Feed prior to the forum in the RMS Commons.
THURSDAY, APRIL 24
WHAT: Dayton Kindergarten Roundup
WHEN: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
WHERE: Dayton Elementary School
DETAILS: A child must be 5 years old on or before Sept. 10, 2014, to be eligible. Parents must bring the birth certificate and immunization record for their child. Children, who will be registering, will be screened in hearing, speech, vision and school readiness skills. Immunizations will be provided, as needed. Registration and screening should be completed in about one hour.
CONTACT: Raina Yarbrough at (406) 849-5484.
WHAT: Ronan Kindergarten Roundup
WHEN: 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
WHERE: Ronan Middle School
DETAILS: A student must be 5 years old on or before Sept. 10, 2014. Parents must bring the birth certificate and immunization record for their child. Children, who will be registering, will be screened in hearing, speech, vision and school readiness skills. Immunizations will be provided, as needed. Registration and screening should be completed in about one hour.
CONTACT: 676-3390, ext. 7450.
FRIDAY, APRIL 25
WHAT: Cowboy Ball
WHEN: No-host cocktails and silent auction at 5:30 p.m.; dinner at 6:30 p.m.; a live auction at 7:30 p.m.;
WHERE: The Big Tent at the Polson Fairgrounds.
TICKETS: $40 each (includes one drink)
DETAILS: Polson Fairgrounds, Inc.’s 24th annual Cowboy Ball, Dinner and Auction. Proceeds benefit fairground improvement. Donations are tax deductible. They are seeking donations of any type, large or small, for the silent and the live auctions.
CONTACT: David or Una Rose Graham at 883-1100.
SATURDAY, APRIL 26
WHAT: Baby Fair
WHEN: 10 a.m. t0 2 p.m.
WHERE: Ronan Event Center
DETAILS: Early Childhood Services hosts its ninth annual “Baby Fair.” Event includes: Family resources; fitness activities; CPR & First Aid for Infants; Ronan Library Circle Time; family portraits; dental, OT, speech, and 0-3 month developmental screenings, a cake walk, a free lunch and much, much more, including door prizes.
CONTACT: 676-4509.
WHAT: Benefit Golf Scramble
WHERE: Polson Bay Golf Course
WHEN: 10 a.m.
FEES: $260 per four-person team or $60 per person (includes breakfast)
DETAILS: CASA of Lake County sponsored and hosted by Mick Holien. Shotgun start, 18-hole, four-person scramble. Proceeds go directly to CASA of Lake County. Hit a hole-in-one shot for a car.
CONTACT: 883-0158 or 887-2058.
WHAT: PHS annual Trades Fair
WHEN: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
WHERE: Polson High School
DETAILS: Anderson Radio Broadcasting, Inc. presents the Mission Valley Trades Fair and Business Expo, with vendors. This has been an annual event for more than 20 years.
CONTACT: 883-9200 or 1 (800) 750-5377.
WHAT: Ronan firefighters annual breakfast
WHEN: This event will take place on Saturday, April 26 and Sunday, April 27.
WHERE: Ronan Community Center
WHAT: St. Joe’s second ‘Baby Fair’
WHEN: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
WHERE: The Nesting Place, at Providence St. Joseph Medical Center
DETAILS: Second annual Baby Fair. Information about birthing options, postpartum depression, infant safety and much more. Visit with pediatric providers, obstetricians, the Department of Public Health and Human Services, and other community groups. There will be several raffle prizes.
MONDAY, APRIL 28
WHAT: Harvey kindergarten open house
WHEN: 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.
WHERE: K. William Harvey Elementary School in Ronan.
WHAT: Free Spring Film Series continues
WHEN: 5 p.m. order meeting; 6 p.m. movie
WHERE: Wander In at Journey Be, 101 Seventh Ave. W. in Polson
DETAILS: The Montana Co-op Educational team’s “Monday Night at the Movies Spring Film Series” offers films on health, fitness, permaculture, gardening and other topics. “Messages From Water - A look at water and the mysterious effects that words and music have on it.”
CONTACT: 883-1330 or 883-0110.
WHAT: Pablo kindergarten open house
WHEN: 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.
WHERE: Pablo Elementary School
SATURDAY, MAY 3
WHAT: Kicking Horse 34th powwow
WHEN: 1 p.m. to 11 p.m.; Free dinner 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
WHERE: Campus gym
DETAILS: Kicking Horse Job Corps Center sponsor. All-ages Prairie Chicken contest for $50, $100, and $250, and a children’s carnival. This year’s event will honor the founders of the first KHJC pow wow.
CONTACT: Tracy Morigeau Frank, 644-2217, ext. 6362.
MONDAY, MAY 5
WHAT: Monday movie - What are we eating!?
WHEN: 6 p.m.
WHERE: Wander In at Journey Be, 101 Seventh Ave. W.
DETAILS: The Montana Co-op’s Monday movie for May 5 is “Fresh - New thinking about what we’re eating.” To order from the Co-op, come at 5 p.m.
CONTACT: 883-1330 or 883-0110.
SATURDAY, MAY 10
WHAT: Archery shoot fundraiser
WHEN: 7 a.m. registration
WHERE: To be announced
COST: TBA
DETAILS: A 3D Archery Shoot” fundraiser for Korrie Frisk and Ashley Mock is a one-day, 40-target course. Concessions on site. Costs and location will be added when finalized.
CONTACT: Angie 590-2753 or Val at 207-4586.
WHAT: Women 4 Wellness’ Run 4 It
WHEN: 8 a.m. registration; 9 a.m. run
WHERE: Joe McDonald Fitness Center in Pablo at Salish Kootenai College
DETAILS: A Women 4 Wellness 1-mile and 5-K walk/run. The run/walk pre-registration cost is free for youth 5 years and under; $14 for youth runners 6-17 years old with a T-shirt, $8 without; $24 for adult runners with a long-sleeved shirt, $18 without and $18 with a T-shirt and $10 without. Fees increase after preregistration.
CONTACT: www.prevention.skc.edu.
MONDAY, MAY 12
WHAT: Monday movie – Genetic Roulette
WHEN: 6 p.m.
WHERE: Wander In at Journey Be, 101 Seventh Ave. W.
DETAILS: The Montana Co-op’s Monday movie for May 5 is Genetic Roulette. Order from the Co-op at 5 p.m.
CONTACT: 883-1330 or 883-0110.
Friday, May 16
WHAT: Port Polson Players’ “Once Upon A Mattress”
WHEN: May 16-18 and 23-25.
WHERE: John Dowdall Theatre
DETAILS: Premiering in 1959, “Once Upon a Mattress” is the show that launched the career of Carol Burnett. Songs include “Shy,” “Happily Ever After,” “Normandy,” “In a Little While” and haunting “Yesterday I Loved You.”
The show is produced by Port Polson Players in association with Mission Valley Friends of the Arts.
CONTACT: 883-9212, portpolsonplayers@centurytel.net
SATURDAY, May 17
WHAT: Port Polson Players’ “Once Upon A Mattress”
WHEN: May 16-18 and 23-25.
WHERE: John Dowdall Theatre
DETAILS: Premiering in 1959, “Once Upon a Mattress” is the show that launched the career of Carol Burnett. Songs include “Shy,” “Happily Ever After,” “Normandy,” “In a Little While” and haunting “Yesterday I Loved You.”
The show is produced by Port Polson Players in association with Mission Valley Friends of the Arts.
CONTACT: 883-9212, portpolsonplayers@centurytel.net
MONDAY, MAY 19
WHAT: Monday movie – Thrive - The World is Waking Up
WHEN: 6 p.m.
WHERE: Wander In at Journey Be, 101 Seventh Ave. W. Polson
DETAILS: The Montana Co-op’s Monday movie for May 19 is The World is Waking Up. To order from the Co-op, come at 5 p.m.
CONTACT: 883-1330 or 883-0110.
THURSDAY, MAY 22
WHAT: Suicide prevention meeting
WHEN: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
WHERE: Third floor of the Tribal Health Building (conference room), 5 Fourth Ave. E. in Polson
COST: Free
DETAILS: Partners in Suicide Prevention and Intervention hosts. Topic: The problem with methamphetamines and other drugs, a growing concern in our community. Polson Police Department Chief Wade Nash, Chief shares insight, information and data on these issues. Lunch is catered. This and all education and trainings through Partners in Suicide Prevention and Intervention are open and free to the public.