Mission Valley Calendar
Repertory Dance Theatre – 7 p.m. May 16 at the Ronan Preforming Arts Center; a breathtaking performance is coming to the Mission Valley, courtesy of the Utah-based company. The Repertory Dance Theatre is lauded as a "revolutionary institution of modern dance." For more information go to missionvalleylive.com or call 406-471-5849.
Fur Harvesters Spring Rendezvous – 8 a.m.-4 p.m. May 16-17 at the Lake County Fairgrounds in Ronan; cast members from the popular History Channel show “Mountain Men” will be on hand for the event, which includes demonstrations, such as a Montana Fish and Game workshop and a muzzle-loading presentation, and more than 40 vendors. Visit montanafurharvesters.com.
Polson Friends of the Library Book Sale – May 16 & 17 at the North Lake County Public Library; browse huge selection of recently donated books and media over many genres. Gently used and priced to sell. Book sale proceeds support the library’s educational programs, resources, and services available to all in the community.
St-Char-Ro 50th Anniversary Block Party – 11 a.m.-7 p.m. May 17 at 301 Main Street in Ronan; join the celebration of 50 years of service in the Mission Valley with a micro-reality NASCAR track, food trucks and much more
Polson Library Plant Exchange – 10 a.m.-2 p.m. May 17 at the NorthLake County Public Library; bring in healthy plants to exchange on the day of the event. There is no obligation to trade, and you can contribute or take plants home.
Heritage Keeper Benefit – 2 p.m.-5 p.m. May 18 at Ninepipes Museum of Early Montana; museum's annual fundraising event includes food, drinks, music, historical entertainment, a raffle and auction. Call the museum at 406-644-3435 for tickets or email info@ninepipesmuseum.org.
Women 4 Wellness – 10 a.m.-3 p.m. May 22 at at Salish and Kootenai College in the Joe Mcdonald Health and Fitness Center; Women 4 Wellness strives to increase health awareness and healthy behaviors among women of the Flathead Indian Reservation and Lake County by bringing together service providers and other organizations at a single location. The event focuses on health education and disease prevention by offering free or low-cost health screenings and information designed specifically for women. For info or to register visit w4w.skc.edu/.
Glacier Bank After-Tax Shred Day – 9 a.m.-1 p.m. May 23 at Glacier Bank in Polson; help protect yourself from identity theft with a mobile shred truck on site. Limit per person is two boxes.
Yoga by the Lake – 6 p.m. Monday and Thursday this summer at Sacajawea Park under the cottonwood trees; these yoga classes will have something for everyone, whether participants are very familiar with yoga or are new to the mat. Classes are $10 drop-in with multiple payment options.
Arts & Crafts in Polson – 1-4 p.m. Wednesdays at Summit Independent Living, 3 Ninth Ave. West, Suite 1 in Polson; join CSKT elder Tammie Miller for an afternoon of crafting, companionship and snacks. Bring a craft project or use available materials to start one. Open to people of all abilities; call 406-215-1604 for more information.
Cheerful Heart Cancer Support Group – noon-1 p.m. on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month at the Church of the Nazarene in Pablo; church pastor Matthew Connolly leads the group, which welcomes those recently diagnosed or undergoing treatment, cancer survivors, and/or family members. Learn more at www.cheerfulheart.org or email cheartinc@gmail.com.
Kiwanis – first Thursday of the month, noon at Kwataqnuk Resort, and third Thursday of the month, 5:30 p.m. at Bunkers, Polson Bay Golf Course; Kiwanis is an international organization dedicated to improving the world one child, one community at a time. Meetings are open to the public.
Open Mic and Jam – 7 p.m. Fridays at the Western Montana Musicians Co-op, Ronan; also on tap is a weekly Community Jam at 7 p.m. Saturdays and a drum circle from 7-9 p.m. on the third Wednesday of each month. The cooperative is located in the Red Poppy Building, 1 Eisenhower St. SW in Ronan. Learn more at www.mtmusic.org.
Friday Crafting Day – 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Fridays at Three Chiefs Culture Center in Pablo; bring a project and enjoy conversation and guidance (as needed). Visit ThreeChiefs.org.
Instant Pot Cooking Classes – 6-7:30 p.m. Wednesdays, April 16-May 21, at the Arlee Community Development Corporation; learn how to use an instant pot to create heathy, budget-friendly dinners the whole family will enjoy during this free, six-week session. To sign up, call 406-883-2865.
Upcoming Public Meetings
Polson City Commission – 7 p.m. May 19, City Hall
Charlo School Board – 7 p.m. May 20, high school
St. Ignatius School Board – 7 p.m. May 20, school library
Ronan City Council – 6 p.m. May 28, City Hall
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