Mission Valley Events Roundup

Murder Mystery a Fundraiser to Die For — 6-9 p.m., May 8 at the new Western Montana Transit building on Hwy. 93 in Ronan; enjoy the clues, secrets and unanswered questions behind the mystery and help Area 6 Agency on Aging fundraise to continue providing the level of service and care they provide. Call 406-883-7284 for tickets.

Plant and Seed Exchange — 10 a.m.-2 p.m., May 9 at the North Lake County Public Library; bring a plant and exchange a plant. There is no obligation to trade if you’d like to contribute a plant. The library also hosts "Seed of the Month – Tomatoes," at 11 a.m. with planting tips, recipes, and the opportunity to take home seeds.

Book Donation Day – 9 a.m.-6 p.m. May 12 at the North Lake County Library in Polson; the library staff asks donors to check the website for guidelines and only bring what they can get into the building by themselves.

After Tax Shred Day — 9 a.m., May 15 at Glacier Bank in Polson; Glacier Bank and Western Montana Area 6 Agency on Aging are coming together to help prevent identity theft. The Mobile Shred Truck will be on site. 

Friends of the Library Book Sale – 10 a.m.-4 p.m. May 15 and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 16 at the Polson Library; Shoppers can browse a large selection of recently donated books and media. All items are gently used and priced to sell. Proceeds support the library’s educational programs, resources, and services.

Pearlapalooza – May 16 at the Pearl Theater on Main Street in Ronan; celebrate the grand re-opening of the former Entertainer Theater – transformed by the Western Montana Musician's Co-op into a performance space. The event includes music by Saint of Soldiers, Andre Floyd and Owen Caufield, Amy Edwards, Joe Martinez, Honey Pump and more. Visit www.mtmusic.org/.

E-Waste Recycling Event – May 16 at Lake County Transfer Station on Reservoir Road, south of Polson; the first 300 pounds of electronic waste may be disposed of for free.

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. Call 406-215-1604 for more information.

Cheerful Heart Cancer Support Group — 10-11 a.m. on the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month in the third-floor Leahy Conference Room at St. Joseph Medical Center in Polson; pastor Matthew Connolly leads the group, Learn more at www.cheerfulheart.org or email [email protected].

Kiwanis — 12 p.m. on the third Thursday every month, from February to June, at the Polson Senior Center; meetings are open to the public.

Open Mic and Jam — 7 p.m. Fridays at the Western Montana Musicians Co-op, Main Street in Ronan; also on tap is a weekly Community Jam at 7 p.m. Saturdays. 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.

Upcoming Public Meetings

Ronan School Board — 7 p.m., May 11 at the K. William Harvey Elementary Multi Purpose Room 

Polson School Board — 5:30 p.m., May 11 at the school District Office

Arlee School Board — 6:30 p.m., May 12 at the high school library 

Ronan City Council — 6 p.m., May 13, at City Hall. 

City County Planning Board — 6 p.m., May 12 at Polson City Hall Council Chambers. 

Big Sky Passenger Rail Authority Board Meeting – 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. May 13; see agenda and information for joining the meeting virtually at www.bigskyrailmt.gov/upcoming-meetings.

Lake County Board of Adjustment — 3:30 p.m., May 13 in the large conference room (Rm. 316) of the Lake County Courthouse. 

Lake County Planning Board — 6 p.m., May 13 in the large conference room (Rm. 316) of the Lake County Courthouse.

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