Flathead County Library

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Columbia Falls Zone

Tea Towel Stenciling Zone

Columbia Falls Library 130 6th Street West #C, Columbia Falls, MT, United States

Design your own one-of-a-kind tea towel using bird stencils and fabric paint! Whether you're a seasoned crafter or simply curious to try something new, this is the perfect chance to […]

Genealogy Class

Genealogy Class

Bigfork Library 186 Bridge Street, Bigfork, MT, United States

Join instructors from Kalispell’s FamilySearch Center for genealogy classes geared toward individuals and families aged 13 and older. Learn personal researching skills, connect with family history groups, and get expert […]

Toddler Storytime – Bigfork

Toddler Storytime – Bigfork

Bigfork Library 186 Bridge Street, Bigfork, MT, United States

Sing, dance, read and explore while also building social and emotional skills. This fun and interactive program is for toddlers who love to move! Caregiver participation encouraged. Especially for ages […]

Toddler Storytime – Columbia Falls

Toddler Storytime – Columbia Falls

Columbia Falls Library 130 6th Street West #C, Columbia Falls, MT, United States

Sing, dance, read and explore while also building social and emotional skills. This fun and interactive program is for toddlers who love to move! Caregiver participation encouraged. Especially for ages […]

Preschool Storytime – Kalispell

Preschool Storytime – Kalispell

Kalispell Library 247 1st Ave East, Kalispell, MT, United States

Enjoy longer stories and musical activities that promote listening skills and following directions. Following storytime, children can explore activities that highlight math, art, dramatic play and science. Especially for ages […]

Doug Follett- Glacier’s Poet Documentary Screening

Columbia Falls Library 130 6th Street West #C, Columbia Falls, MT, United States

The Columbia Falls Historical Society's first documentary video from their oral history project is titled "Doug Follett – Glacier’s Poet." In this new 2025 documentary video, Doug talks about his […]

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Sep 22, 2025

Slow Stitching Sampler Class Join a small group of adults (ages 55+) led by mixed-media textile artist Megan Canning for a free 5-week class series exploring a variety of embroidery stitches. Through the gentle, meditative practice of slow stitching, participants will discover how working with thread can open new pathways to creativity. This workshop series invites you to embrace imperfection, explore new techniques, and build social connections. All class supplies provided. Bigfork Library in the Arnlund Community Room: Tuesdays, Oct. 28 - Dec. 2 (skipping Nov 11), 12-2PM Sign up using the form below to secure your spot. Please plan…

Sep 16, 2025

The Youth Services team at Flathead County Library plans and implements early literacy programs for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers in Kalispell, Bigfork, and Columbia Falls. Our goal in every Storytime is to connect with young children and their caregivers through books, songs, and interactive activities that foster early literacy and social emotional skills. Explore the Storytime Schedule There's always something fun for kids at the library, and summer is no exception! This month, we are highlighting some of our favorite activities from this past summer reading experience! Which ones do you want to see again?  Our Favorite Activities from Summer…

Aug 29, 2025

What does Creative Aging mean to you? Join a small group of adults (ages 55+) led by Bigfork Abstract Artist Jenna Justice where you’ll play with paint, paper, texture, and more. In this free 5-week course, you’ll try out both traditional and non-traditional techniques—think collage, inking, layering, metal leaf, and even hot glue. The focus is on having fun, experimenting, and seeing what happens when you “mix it up.” Kalispell Senior Center Art Room: Fridays, Oct. 17 - Nov. 14, 12-2PM Sign up using the form below to secure your spot. Please plan to commit to all five classes when…

Aug 25, 2025

As summer winds down and the new school year ramps up, take a break and come hang out with us. Learn a chill new skill, meet some cool people, and wrap up your summer with something creative and low-key. No pressure- just a chance to make something cool (crochet dragons 🐉), hang out, and get creative. SUMMER EXPERIENCE CRAFTERNOONS We are wrapping up Summer Experience this week with our last two Summer Experience Crafternoons. Our programmers will be diving into the world of crochet where you’ll learn how to stitch together your very own amigurumi dragon! No experience? No problem-…

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