Flathead County Library

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 Pumpkin, pumpkin on the ground, how'd you get so big and round? This month's storytime post celebrates all things pumpkin! Join us as we dive into some of our favorite books, songs, and activities all about fall's favorite fruit! Books Read: Amara's Farm…

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…

Flathead County Library will host a Montana Poet Lecture Series featuring celebrated Montana poets as a part of the “Montana Conversations” program sponsored by Humanities Montana. The presentations will be located in the Community Room at the Bigfork Library and are free and open to the public. Chris LaTray - November 8, 2024, 4-6pm The first speaker in the series, Montana Poet Laureate Chris LaTray, is a Métis storyteller and an enrolled member of the Little Shell Tribe of Chippewa Indians. He is the author of One-Sentence Journal: Short Poems and Essays from the World at Large. His latest book,…

Learn about the new Bigfork Library's participation with Design for Freedom, a global movement to eliminate forced labor in the building materials supply chain. Speakers to include lead interior designer on the library, Jessica Murray with Cushing Terrell; Ethical Materials Director at Grace Farms, Nora Rizzo; and Manager of Sustainable Building Solutions for Assa Abloy, Erin Spadavecchia. Bigfork Community Room: September 18th, 5-6pm