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STREETSCAPE UPDATE
Please click on the link below for the latest update for Polson's Streetscape Project.
Every Day Until Done!
Contact:
City Hall
406-883-8207
KARAOKE MUSIC @ East Shore Smoke House
Come on out to the Smoke House and have some fun...even if you think you can't sing! You will be amazed at the talent that lives amongst us!
Every Wednesday from 7pm-closing
Contact:
Jim
887-2096
FARMERS' MARKET
Every Friday on 3rd Avenue West in Polson, from 9am - 1pm.
Every Friday from 9am - 1pm
Contact:
Tonya Truman
406-546-0749
PEOPLE, PLACES AND TIME EXHIBIT--CENTENNIAL EVENT
The Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes present "People, Places and Time" at the Polson Flathead Historical Museum 708 Main St.
July 31 - August 13, 2010
Contact:
LAKE COUNTY FAIR
"Rockin With the Stock at the Lake County Fair". Plan now for your Open Class fair entries!! No cost to enter. Entry forms due TBA. Pick up a 2010 Fair Book and /or return entry forms to: MSU County Extension Office, 300 3rd Ave NW, Ronan, MT 59864. Rob Quist and Tim Ryan in concert August 7 at 9 PM, Southwest Youth Rodeo August 8 and 9 and much, much more.… For complete information the Lake County Fair Premium Book will be available in June at the Lake County Extension Office in Ronan.
August 3 - 9, 2010
Contact:
Lake County Extension Office
406-644-2863/or 676-8660
WATERCOLOR FOR THE TERRIFIED
Joanne Simpson presents the 5 day workshop Watercolor for the Terrified August 2 - 6 from 9AM to noon.
August 2 - 6, 2010
Contact:
The Sandpiper Art Gallery
883-5956
CHAMBER GENERAL MEETING
There will be no "Business and Lunch" meeting in August.
August 4, 2010 from Noon-1pm
Contact:
Chamber Office
406.883.5969
HERMAN SCHNITZMEYER--CENTENNIAL EVENT
As part of the Polson Centennial Celebration, the Polson Flathead Historical Museum presents Herman Schnitzmeyer with Dennis Kellogg. The presentation will cover Schnitzmeyer's life and photographic career in Montana from 1910-1939. The event is August 4 at 7pm at the museum at 708 Main St. There's no admission fee thanks to the Greater Polson Community Foundation.
August 4, 2010 at 7pm
Contact:
Lois Hart
883-3135
LAKE COUNTY 4-H LIVESTOCK SALE
Lake County 4-H Livestock Sale and Small Fry Livestock Show will be held on August 5th at the Lake County Fairgrounds in Ronan. Appreciation dinner will start at 6pm with sale starting at 7pm.
August 5, 2010 at 6pm
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CRUISIN' BY THE BAY
Please click on this link for the Cruisin' By The Bay schedule of events. Friday Poker Run is from 12pm-4pm around town. There will be a cruise around town from 6pm-7pm. Also on Friday night there will be a street dance in front of the Cove Deli from 7pm-10pm. Saturday the Car Show will start at 8am on the Polson main street along with a carnival for the kids. The carnival will be on 3rd Avenue West by Glacier Bank Drive-up. Saturday Poker Walk will start at 10am (get your card from any participating businesses or at the information booth). Cost is $5 to the public for a poker card. All Poker Walk forms must be in no later then 1pm to be judged. All car show winners for 50/50, poker walk and all other awards including car awards will be at 3:30pm in front of Harbor Light Furniture store. On Saturday night a concert will be held in Riverside Park from 7 pm-10 pm with music by "Hot Rod Deluxe" (Free to the public). Don't forget about the Sunday morning breakfast from 8am - 10pm in Riverside Park. The Lions Club will be providing the breakfast on Sunday morning. Donations will be appreciated! For those who wish to enter a car in the show and need a registration form please go to the Mission Valley Cruisers website at missionvalleycruisers.com or stop in at the Polson Chamber of Commerce office at 418 Main Street, Polson.
August 6, 7, & 8, 2010
Contact:
Mike
406.675.8500
CENTENNIAL EXHIBIT & PRESENTATION
During the Art Festival event on the court house lawn there will be two centennial events inside the court house: 1. "The 1923 formation of Lake County Exhibit" from 10am-2pm. This exhibit was organized by Ruth Hodges and shows how Lake County was created from Flathead County (Kalispell) and Missoula County. 2. "Lake County School History Stories and Pictures" presentation 1:30-2:30pm with Joyce Decker Wegner. She has extensive information about all the schools but will focus on the schools from around Polson. A new book will be published this fall.
August 7, 2010 from 10am - 2:30pm
Contact:
Lois Hart
883-2680
EARLY SCHOOLS/LAKE COUNTY--CENTENNIAL EVENT
During the Art Festival presentations for Early Schools and the Formation of Lake County will be included.
August 7, 2010
Contact:
ART FESTIVAL
Visit or participate in the Sandpiper's Outdoor Art Festival on the courthouse lawn. Show features original arts and crafts. Up to 100 booths. Applications online at www.sandpiperartgallery.com. Show open from 10AM - 5PM. Also features food booths and live entertainment!
August 7, 2010
Contact:
Margie Hendricks
406.471.5243
WATER DAZE
One mile swim race at Boettcher Park beginning at 1PM. There will be lots of fun activities for the kids and a BBQ. There will also be a fun swim after the 1 mile swim. Registration is 10AM to 12:30PM for adults and 1PM for children.
August 7, 2010
Contact:
Tana Seeley
406.883.4567
"THE DIXIE SWIM CLUB" Port Polson Players Theater
The season wraps up neatly with "The Dixie Swim Club". Five Southern women whose friendship began many years ago on their college swim team, set aside a long weekend each August to recharge their relationships, free from husbands, children and jobs. As their lives unfold and the years pass, these women increasingly rely on each other, through advice and raucous repartee to get through whatever life throws at them. A hilarious and touching comedy about friendships that last forever. For a complete schedule of Summer Theater 2010 plays click on this link http://www.portpolsonplayers.com/.
August 11 - 29, 2010
Contact:
Box Office/Reservations Advised
For Reservations 883-9212
ART SHOW @ Crows Nest Gallery
Come and meet Caly Garris the artist of color. Register for a free print to be given away.
August 13, 2010 from 4pm to 7pm
Contact:
Lou Marchello
406-883-2488
SOROPTIMIST WINE FESTIVAL
Enjoy an evening out with Soroptimist International of Polson at their annual Wine Festival event on Saturday, August 14 at Polson Motorcoach and RV Resort/KOA located at 200 Irvine Flats Road, Polson. This is the largest fund raiser for the year. All raised monies stay local for assisting various organizations and providing scholarships to local girls and women. Hors d'oeuvres and wine tasting, live music, silent and live auction. $35/person. Tickets are available at Terrace Floral or The Crows Nest Gallery. For more information call 883-2668.
August 14, 2010 from 7pm to 10pm
Contact:
Soroptimist
883.2668
THE MAGIC OF COLOR
Joanne Simpson presents the 5 day workshop The Magic of Color August 16 - 20 from 9AM to noon. Afternoon participation is an option.
August 16 - 20, 2010
Contact:
The Sandpiper Art Gallery
883-5956
Independent Contractor Legislation Seminars
Understanding the Independent Contractor Legislation so you can STAY OUT OF TROUBLE! Let the pros help you understand the new Montana Law. Compliance Specialists for the Independent Contractor Central Unit with the Montana Department of Labor, will explain the details of the law, recent changes and Supreme Court decisions and will be available to answer Independent Contractor questions. Locations and dates: August 17, 2010 6 -8pm at the Flathead County Library Community Room, Lower Level, 247 First Avenue East Kalispell or August 18, 2010 6 -8pm at the Summit Conference Room 1, 205 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell
August 17 & 18, 2010 see above for more info
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SMOKE ON THE WATER--CENTENNIAL EVENT
The Miracle of America Museum presents "Flathead Lake Boats", a centennial event at 6:30 at the museum at 36094 Memory Lane. No admission fee thanks to the Greater Polson Community Foundation.
August 18, 2010
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SPLASH!!!
The Polson Chamber of Commerce invites you to join us for the Support Polson Late Afternoon Social Hour Thursday, August 19th, from 5PM to 7PM. Your host will be Glacier Bank at 49430 Hwy 93. This event provides great opportunity to network with other professionals.
August 19, 2010
Contact:
Chamber Office
406.883.5969
MISSION VALLEY AQUATICS BENEFIT DANCE
It's a Barn Dance...A Contra Dance...A Square Dance...A Line Dance... And you are Invited! The band will be Jeri and Cole Halford who run the Fiddlesticks Music School in Polson. Jeri is a champion old-time fiddler. Jeri's talented son, Cole plays banjo and guitar. They play hot hoedowns and playful old-timey tunes. Mark Matthew will be caller. Be prepared for a night of regimented contras and convoluted squares. What to bring?: A friend or 2, a Dessert or Drinks to share, a Desire to Learn (no experience necessary), light weight clothing, and good dancing shoes. Directions: From Polson, Travel West on Hwy 93 to Rocky Point Road. Turn right onto Masumola Lane, which is between mm 3 & 4, and head toward the lake. The clubhouse will be on the right.
August 20, 2010 at 7:30pm
Contact:
Mark or Shannon
883-9337 or 883-3368
PASSION FOR POLSON CELEBRATION
Sponsored by the Greater Polson Community Foundation.
August 20, 2011 from 7:30pm - 9:30pm
Contact:
Greater Polson Community Foundation
406-883-4044
SMOKIN' ON THE WATER
The Third Annual Smokin' On The Water BBQ Cook-Off is sponsored by the Polson Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors on Saturday, August 20, 2011, at the KwaTaqNuk Resort. Trophies awarded in all categories!! Join us in a BBQ Cook-Off of beef, chicken, pork,sauces, and an Open Category "Chef's Choice" anything that is edible and grilled. If you think you have the best smoked brisket or maybe killer ribs or chicken, call to reserve your spot and a chance to say, "I'm the best barbequer on the lake!" Registration fee for cooker's booth is $100 or vendor booth is $45. Call Sherrie or Sharon for application forms for both cooker or vendor.
August 20, 2011
Contact:
Sherrie or Sharon
406-249-6689 or 406-471-4218
POLSON BAY REGATTA
Free to the Public! View from Salish Point Park or Sacajawea Park in Polson. Located on Flathead Lake on the north side of the Armed Forces Bridge. Park has picnic tables, benches and restrooms.
August 21 & 22, 2010 in Polson Bay
Contact:
Muncey Racing
360-805-0805
BREWFEST
The annual Brewfest will be Saturday, August 21, 2010. Starts at 12noon and will go into the evening with the "Hot Flash Blues" providing you with entertainment to eat and drink by.
August 21, 2010 starting @ 12noon
Contact:
Alicia Pierce at KwaTaqNuk Resort
406-883-8368
ROTARY CHILI COOK OFF
Chili Cook-Off at Riverside Park on the South side of the Armed Forces Bridge in Polson, children's games and activities, raffle, etc. This year's Annual Polson Rotary Festival for the Youth is once again an effort to raise funds to support a local project oriented towards the youth of our local community. Polson Rotary is proud to support the Mission Valley Mariners and the improvements and stadium lighting being constructed on their home field. The improvements and lighting will enable them to host tournaments and enhance the overall functionality of the ball field. Polson Rotary believes this project will have a significant impact on the youth of this community. Please make any checks payable to Polson Rotary. Your support is greatly appreciated!
August 28, 2010 from 10am to 3pm
Contact:
Jeremy Morgret
406.883.8807
PEOPLE'S CENTER CELEBRATION AND POWWOW
This celebration will be held in Pablo at the center grounds. There will be traditional Native American dancing, drumming and singing from 5pm to dark. Vendors of bead work, local art and food will be on hand. Everyone is welcome. No admission charge for the event
August 28, 2010
Contact:
The People's Center
675-0160
POLSON HEALTH OPEN HOUSE
All are invited to tour the new facility, meet the staff and learn about the many services offered by your local clinic. Please click on link below to view informational poster...
August 30, 2010 from 2pm - 5pm
Contact:
Polson Health
883-3200
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