calendar Wednesday, Feb. 9 Rural Fire District Board to meet POLSON — The regular monthly meeting of the Polson Rural Fire District Board of Trustees will take place on Wednesday, Feb. 9, at 6 p.m., at the Polson Fairgrounds Station, number 1, 25B Regatta Rd. The agenda is available prior to the meeting at: lakemt.gov/prfd
Thursday, Feb. 10 ‘Concept to Consumer’ course taught MONTANA — On Wednesday, Feb. 10, a free online workshop will provide you with a firm foundation for starting your food business. This wide-ranging course will cover these topics: target market development; Cottage food law; Food Safety Modernization Act; food product development; and processing options. To sign up for this class go to: https://lccdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/688 ZOOM meeting or phone Karen Dellwo at 406-676-2928 for more information. The course instructor is Jan Tusick. Jan has a strong background in agriculture, finance and capitalization, networking, and marketing. She networks with economic development organizations and state agencies to ensure her clients are well-represented. Join us for this free class that will help you take your food business from concept to consumer.
Saturday, Feb. 12 Lone Pine State Park hosts outdoor education programs in February KALISPELL — Lone Pine State Park is hosting a series of outdoor education programs in February. On Saturday, Feb. 12, from 3-5 p.m. try out snowshoeing for the first time with this beginner-friendly program. Learn about what gear you need to get out on snowshoes, get help with fit and sizing, and head out on the trails for a winter hike. Dress for the weather in layers and bring water and a snack. The park will provide snowshoes. Call the visitor center at 406-755-2706, ext. 0, to register, as space is limited. Cost is $4 per hiker, which includes snowshoe rental ($8 park entry fee still applies for non-resident vehicles). Lone Pine State
Park is 5 miles southwest of Kalispell and offers views of the valley and 7.5 miles of trails.
Monday, Feb. 14 Library lovers celebrate Valentine’s Day POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library will celebrate library lovers across the globe with 25% off items in the gift shop for the entire month of February.
Wednesday, Feb. 16 ‘Park After Dark’ winter hike offered at Lone Pine State Park KALISPELL — On Wednesday, Feb. 16, from 7:30-9 p.m. experience Lone Pine State Park on a wintery night on this full moon hike. Moon views vary depending on cloud cover, but you’re guaranteed a nighttime adventure as you experience the park after hours. Be sure to dress for the weather. Trails are typically icy at this time of year, so wear micro spikes like Yaktrax if there’s snow on the ground. We’ll have snowshoes available if needed. Please bring a flashlight or headlamp. Call the visitor center at 406-755-2706, ext. 0, to register, as space is limited. Cost is $4 per hiker ($8 park entry fee still applies for non-resident vehicles).
Monday, Feb. 21 Library closes for Presidents’ Day POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library will be closed on Monday, Feb. 21, in honor of Presidents’ Day.
Tuesday, Feb. 22 Grow your pandemic literacy POLSON — Are you overwhelmed with news about COVID-19 that seems to be constantly changing and contradicting? This program will help you find peace of mind by sharpening your critical thinking skills. Join us for a COVID-19 information literacy game about evaluating news sources at the North Lake County Public Library on Tuesday, Feb. 22, at 2 p.m. in the large meeting room. Valley Journal
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