Master Gardener Level 1 Class Series Class 8 of 8

Taught by Patrick Mangan, from the MSU extension office. This class will run 8 weeks from October 27th- December 15th. Classes will be on Mondays from 2-4 p.m. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED- Space is limited.  Soils, botany, ornamentals, vegetables, trees, rodent control,......More

Taught by Patrick Mangan, from the MSU extension office. This class will run 8 weeks from October 27th- December 15th. Classes will be on Mondays from 2-4 p.m. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED- Space is limited.  Soils, botany, ornamentals, vegetables, trees, rodent control, weeds and IPM. There is no cost for the course if you will use recycled binders and will be sharing text books. If you prefer new/ your own materials, binders are $20.00 and textbooks are $50.00

Master Gardener Level 1 Class Series Class 1 of 8

Taught by Patrick Mangan, from the MSU extension office. This class will run 8 weeks from October 27th- December 15th. Classes will be on Mondays from 2-4 p.m. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED- Space is limited.  Soils, botany, ornamentals, vegetables, trees, rodent control,......More

Taught by Patrick Mangan, from the MSU extension office. This class will run 8 weeks from October 27th- December 15th. Classes will be on Mondays from 2-4 p.m. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED- Space is limited.  Soils, botany, ornamentals, vegetables, trees, rodent control, weeds and IPM. There is no cost for the course if you will use recycled binders and will be sharing text books. If you prefer new/ your own materials, binders are $20.00 and textbooks are $50.00

Book & Tea Tasting

In celebration of Jane Austen's 250th birthday, please join us for a Book & Tea Tasting, Tuesday, December 16 at 2 p.m. Taste a sample of each of Jane Austen's novels while enjoying tea from The Joyful  Cup. Come dressed in your Regency era attire and bring your favori......More

In celebration of Jane Austen's 250th birthday, please join us for a Book & Tea Tasting, Tuesday, December 16 at 2 p.m. Taste a sample of each of Jane Austen's novels while enjoying tea from The Joyful  Cup. Come dressed in your Regency era attire and bring your favorite teacup!Registration is required and space is limited. You can either stop by the Polson Library or call 406-883-8225 to register.

Montana Library Network (MLN) Virtual Programming Series

MLN Virtual Programming Series Presents: Holiday Cybersecurity: Safe Shopping & Smarter Clicks with Laura HaackeThe holiday season is the busiest time of year for cybercriminals, who take advantage of rushed shoppers and irresistible online deals. In this engaging sessi......More

MLN Virtual Programming Series Presents: Holiday Cybersecurity: Safe Shopping & Smarter Clicks with Laura HaackeThe holiday season is the busiest time of year for cybercriminals, who take advantage of rushed shoppers and irresistible online deals. In this engaging session, Laura Haacke will share practical tips to help you stay safe while shopping online and managing your digital life during the holidays.Topics will include:⢠Recognizing and avoiding phishing scams and fake websites⢠Creating strong, memorable passwords and using multifactor authentication⢠Safe online shopping practices, payment security, and public Wi-Fi risks⢠Spotting fake delivery notices, charity scams, and gift card fraud⢠Simple steps to protect your devices, accounts, and personal dataLaura Haacke is a SAT (Security Awareness Coordinator) for CyberMontana at the University of Montana.  With an A.A.S. in Equine Science and over 30 years of experience working with the public, Laura brings a unique combination of communication skills and dedication to cybersecurity education. Currently enrolled in a cybersecurity boot camp through the University of Colorado Boulder, Laura is committed to enhancing security awareness and promoting best practices in cybersecurity. Passionate about safeguarding digital environments, she works to ensure that individuals and organizations are well-prepared to navigate today's complex cyber landscape.

Jane Austen Film Festival

Jane Austen Film Festival. The Polson Library will be showing three different films adapted from books by Jane Austen. "Emma" will begin at 9:00 a.m., "Pride & Prejudice" at 11:10 a.m., and "Sense and Sensibility" at 1:25 p.m. Please join us in celebration of Jane Auste......More

Jane Austen Film Festival. The Polson Library will be showing three different films adapted from books by Jane Austen. "Emma" will begin at 9:00 a.m., "Pride & Prejudice" at 11:10 a.m., and "Sense and Sensibility" at 1:25 p.m. Please join us in celebration of Jane Austen's 250th birthday.All shows will be held in the Library Community Room.

LIBRARY: Page Turner's Youth Book Club 4 p.m

Page Turners Book Club is meeting Wednesday, December 17th at 4 p.m. Read "The Nutcracker", "The Night Before Christmas", "How the Grinch Stole Christmas!", and "The Polar Express".  Copies can be checked out from the library, or you can read your own copy. Pl......More

Page Turners Book Club is meeting Wednesday, December 17th at 4 p.m. Read "The Nutcracker", "The Night Before Christmas", "How the Grinch Stole Christmas!", and "The Polar Express".  Copies can be checked out from the library, or you can read your own copy. Please bring the books you read, and we will discuss them. Don't forget about the hot cocoa and cookies!

LIBRARY: Page Turner's Youth Book Club 4 p.m

Page Turners Book Club is meeting Wednesday, December 17th at 4 p.m. The reader can choose between "The Nutcracker", "The Night Before Christmas", "How The Grinch Stole Christmas!", or "The Polar Express".  Copies can be checked out from the library, or you c......More

Page Turners Book Club is meeting Wednesday, December 17th at 4 p.m. The reader can choose between "The Nutcracker", "The Night Before Christmas", "How The Grinch Stole Christmas!", or "The Polar Express".  Copies can be checked out from the library, or you can read your own copy. Please bring a copy of the book that was read and we will discuss the books that each reader chose. Don't forget about the hot cocoa and cookies!

LIBRARY: Page Turner's Youth Book Club 4 p.m

Page Turner's Youth Book Club

Page Turners Book Club is meeting Wednesday, December 17th at 4 p.m. The reader can choose between "The Nutcracker", "The Night Before Christmas", "How The Grinch Stole Christmas!", or "The Polar Express".  Copies can be checked out from the library, or you c......More

Page Turners Book Club is meeting Wednesday, December 17th at 4 p.m. The reader can choose between "The Nutcracker", "The Night Before Christmas", "How The Grinch Stole Christmas!", or "The Polar Express".  Copies can be checked out from the library, or you can read your own copy. Please bring a copy of the book that was read and we will discuss the books that each reader chose. Don't forget about the hot cocoa and cookies!

Book Donation Day

Today is Book Donation Day! You are welcome to bring material donations from 9 am-6pm. Please bring them in and unload your items onto our available carts in front of the Makerspace. The third Thursday of each month is âDonation Day.â Please refer to our updat......More

Today is Book Donation Day! You are welcome to bring material donations from 9 am-6pm. Please bring them in and unload your items onto our available carts in front of the Makerspace. The third Thursday of each month is âDonation Day.â Please refer to our updated Materials Donation Policy on our website for more information. Please only bring what you can get into the building on your own - to prevent injury, our staff cannot help with carrying in boxes.

Youth: Toddler Time 10 am

 This program is geared for 2-3 year old active Toddlers.   We'll read active stories, dance, sing and shake it all about! Meet us in the Community Room starting at 10 a.m.

Youth: Story Time: 2:00 p.m. "Airplanes & Flying" (Wright Brother's Day)

This program is focused on 3-5 year olds and will include stories & activities for kindergarten readiness.

Youth: Story Time: 2:00 p.m.

This program is focused on 3-5 year olds and will include stories & activities for kindergarten readiness.

Mother Goose

This is our program for ages 0-24 months. We will sing songs and have interactive activities for caregivers and their little ones.

Balloon-Powered LEGO Car

Ready, Set, Build!  Join us for a multi-generational LEGO challenge where creativity meets motion! Work together to design, build, and test your very own rubber band-powered LEGO car. Discover how simple materials can power big ideas.  Programs from 3:30-5pm. F......More

Ready, Set, Build!  Join us for a multi-generational LEGO challenge where creativity meets motion! Work together to design, build, and test your very own rubber band-powered LEGO car. Discover how simple materials can power big ideas.  Programs from 3:30-5pm. Free ⢠Ages 5 and Up ⢠Registration Required 

Youth: Story Time 10:00 a.m. "Airplanes & Flying" (Wright Brother's Day)

This program is focused on 3-5 year olds and will include stories & activities for kindergarten readiness. This program will have the same theme as the Thursday program.

Youth: Story Time 10:00 a.m.

This program is focused on 3-5 year olds and will include stories & activities for kindergarten readiness. This program will have the same theme as the Thursday program.

LIBRARY: The Bookfest Club

The Bookfest Club is meeting December 20th at 11:00 a.m. The book club will be discussing Jane Austen's "Pride and Prejudice" to celebrate the author's 250th birthday!

Mario Kart Tournament

Ages intended 8 to 12; sign up required (8 people)  Split into 2 groups of four. Whoever gets first and second place in those groups will then move on to round two. Then whoever gets first and second place in that would then move on to the final round and whoever wins......More

Ages intended 8 to 12; sign up required (8 people)  Split into 2 groups of four. Whoever gets first and second place in those groups will then move on to round two. Then whoever gets first and second place in that would then move on to the final round and whoever wins that wins the tournament.  The program will be held in the community room and will be from 4-5:30pm. There will also be Dominos pizza delivered as well.

Board of Trustees Meeting

The regular meeting of the North Lake County Public Library District Board of Trustees will be held in the library's Community Room at 5:30 p.m.

Library & Joyful Cup Closed - Christmas Eve

Youth: Toddler Time 10 am

 This program is geared for 2-3 year old active Toddlers.   We'll read active stories, dance, sing and shake it all about! Meet us in the Community Room starting at 10 a.m.

Youth: Story Time: 2:00 p.m.

This program is focused on 3-5 year olds and will include stories & activities for kindergarten readiness.