Genealogy Class
2025-11-25 10:30 - 12:30 (America/Denver) | Bigfork Library, 186 Bridge Street, Bigfork, MT, 59911, 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 help navigating genealogical sites. This program will repeat every 1st and 3rd Tuesday in Kalispell and every 2nd and 4th Tuesday in Bigfork.

Creative Aging with Megan Canning: Slow Stitching Sampler Class
2025-11-25 12:00 - 14:00, 2025-12-02 12:00 - 14:00 | Bigfork Library, 186 Bridge Street, Bigfork, MT, 59911, United States
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. Please plan to commit to all five classes when you sign up. Register at bit.ly/creative-aging-3
Bigfork Arnlund Community Room: Tuesdays Oct. 28 – Dec. 2, 12-2pm
We will not have the program on Tuesday, Nov. 11 in observance of Veterans’ Day.

AARP Smart Driver Course
2025-12-01 11:00 - 15:00 | Kalispell Library, 247 1st Ave East, Kalispell, MT, 59901, United States
Get up to speed with the latest driving strategies, auto safety features, and new state and local traffic laws in this course designed especially for drivers age 50 and older. All drivers welcome. Upon completion of the course, you may be eligible to receive auto insurance discounts. Registration is required. To register call: (406)758-2445; $20 for AARP members, $25 for non-members

Seed Cleaning & Packing Party
2025-12-02 14:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-09 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-01-27 14:00 - 16:00 | Columbia Falls Library, 130 6th Street West #C, Columbia Falls, MT, 59912, United States
Join our friends from Land to Hand for another round of seed cleaning and seed packing parties at the library! Volunteers of all ages and abilities are welcome to join us as we either separate and clean seeds, or label and spoon seeds into envelopes. Stop by these family friendly events and help us restock the Columbia Falls Library’s seed library, and save seeds for next year’s Free the Seeds event.

Bird Collisions in the Anthropocene: Community Art Workshop
2025-12-05 16:00 - 18:00 | Bigfork Library, 186 Bridge Street, Bigfork, MT, 59911, United States
Meet Flathead Audubon at the library for a hands-on art and conservation event supporting the national project Bird Collisions in the Anthropocene. Help create fabric bird sculptures to honor the billions of birds lost to window strikes each year—and learn how you can make your home safer for birds. 16+; all materials provided.

Community Library Tour
2025-12-10 11:00 - 12:00 | Kalispell Library, 247 1st Ave East, Kalispell, MT, 59901, United States
You’re invited to a fun and informative tour of your public library! Get a behind the scenes look into how your tax dollars work to bring great library services to the Flathead Valley! The second Wednesday of each month at 11am at your Kalispell Public Library. Tours are approximately 45 minutes long.

Decorative Cookie Piping Zone
2025-12-15 - 2025-12-20 | Columbia Falls Library, 130 6th Street West #C, Columbia Falls, MT, 59912, United States
Learn to decorate a cable knit sweater cookie! Just follow the piping pattern on our step-by-step instructions to create a beautifully textured winter treat!

Bird Collisions in the Anthropocene: Community Art Workshop
2025-12-15 16:00 - 18:00 | Kalispell Library, 247 1st Ave East, Kalispell, MT, 59901, United States

Genealogy Class
2026-01-06 10:30 - 12:30, 2026-01-20 10:30 - 12:30, 2026-02-03 10:30 - 12:30, 2026-02-17 10:30 - 12:30, 2026-03-03 10:30 - 12:30 | Kalispell Library, 247 1st Ave East, Kalispell, MT, 59901, 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 help navigating genealogical sites. This program will repeat every 1st and 3rd Tuesday in Kalispell.

AARP Smart Driver Course
2026-01-08 11:00 - 15:00 | Bigfork Library, 186 Bridge Street, Bigfork, MT, 59911, United States

Seed Cleaning & Packing Party
2026-01-15 15:00 - 17:00 | Bigfork Library, 186 Bridge Street, Bigfork, MT, 59911, United States

Glacier Institute lecture on Glacier National Park Research Projects
2026-01-23 16:00 - 18:00 | Bigfork Library, 186 Bridge Street, Bigfork, MT, 59911, United States
This quarter, Flathead County Library and The Glacier Institute are teaming up to present a series of Glacier National Park–themed lectures. Join us for the first lecture to learn about current research projects happening right now in Glacier National Park.

Cozy Soup Kit Zone
2026-01-26 - 2026-01-31 | Columbia Falls Library, 130 6th Street West #C, Columbia Falls, MT, 59912, United States
Learn how to prep a hearty soup kit. Layer dehydrated ingredients in a cone-shaped bag for a convenient cook-later comforting meal, ready in just minutes!

Mix Your Own Steak Rub Zone
2026-02-16, 2026-02-17, 2026-02-18, 2026-02-19, 2026-02-20, 2026-02-21 | Columbia Falls Library, 130 6th Street West #C, Columbia Falls, MT, 59912, United States
Come fill a jar with a vibrant blend of spices and craft your very own steak rub! Create a savory mix that turns any cut of meat into a delicious masterpiece!

Glacier National Park Today: Mushrooms
2026-02-20 16:00 - 18:00 | Bigfork Library, 186 Bridge Street, Bigfork, MT, 59911, United States
This season, Flathead County Library and Glacier Institute are partnering to bring you a special lecture series focused on Glacier National Park. Join us for the second talk in the series—Mushrooms. Explore the mushrooms of Glacier National Park and deepen your knowledge of Montana’s mycelium networks in and out of the park, with a quick look at local species, their biology, and how to identify them.

One Book Montana Reception
2026-02-23 18:00 - 20:00 | FVCC Library, 725 Grandview Drive, Kalispell, MT, 59901
Everyone participating in the One Book Montana Statewide Read is invited to join us for a special gathering with author Chris La Tray. Engage in thoughtful conversation about the book, Becoming Little Shell: A Landless Indian’s Journey Home, deepen your understanding of Montana’s Indigenous cultures, and enjoy samples of traditional Native foods.

Tiny Teacup Flower Garden Zone
2026-03-02 - 2026-03-07 | Columbia Falls Library, 130 6th Street West #C, Columbia Falls, MT, 59912, United States
Come create your very own tiny teacup flower garden! We’ll have soil, paper teacups, and flower seeds. All open hours: Monday thru Friday, 10am – 6pm and Saturday, 10am – 2pm

Glacier National Park Today: Foraging
2026-03-13 16:00 - 18:00 | Bigfork Library, 186 Bridge Street, Bigfork, MT, 59911, United States
This quarter, Flathead County Library and The Glacier Institute are partnering to present a special lecture series exploring Glacier National Park. Join us for the final program in the series, Foraging.
Discover the edible plants of Glacier National Park and learn about their traditional uses as well as their historical and cultural significance to the Blackfeet, Salish, and Kootenai tribes.
