Flathead County Library

Teen Switch Days-Columbia Falls
2026-05-08, 2026-05-15 | Columbia Falls Library, 130 6th Street West #C, Columbia Falls, MT, 59912, United States
Bring your friends or come solo and battle it out on the Nintendo Switch in our Teen Zone.

Teen Switch Days-Kalispell
2026-05-08, 2026-05-13, 2026-05-14, 2026-05-15 | Kalispell Library, 247 1st Ave East, Kalispell, MT, 59901, United States

Baby Storytime-Bigfork
2026-05-08 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-05-15 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Denver) | Bigfork Library, 186 Bridge Street, Bigfork, MT, 59911, United States
Make connections with other parents and learn fun techniques for using books, songs, and rhymes at home. Rhythm and repetition will get your little one recognizing and requesting favorite songs. Especially for ages birth to 24 months.

Baby Storytime-Columbia Falls
2026-05-08 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-05-15 11:00 - 12:00 | Columbia Falls Library, 130 6th Street West #C, Columbia Falls, MT, 59912, United States

History of Fire in Bigfork
2026-05-08 16:00 - 18:00 | Bigfork Library, 186 Bridge Street, Bigfork, MT, 59911, United States
Discover how wildfire has influenced the Bigfork area over time with FVCC Forest Management instructor Rick Trembath, who brings decades of experience in both wildland and structural fire. From traditional Native American fire stewardship to landmark events like the Stoner Fire of 1934 and the 2021 East Shore Fire, Rick will share the stories and science behind some of the town’s most significant fires. Learn what the past can teach us about staying safer and more prepared in the years ahead.

Sensory Play Saturday-Kalispell
2026-05-09 10:00 - 12:00 | Kalispell Library, 247 1st Ave East, Kalispell, MT, 59901, United States
Sink your hands into a spectacular tub of fun! Mix, measure, pour, or possibly search for tiny treasures. Children of all ages are welcome to join us at each library one Saturday a month!

Montana Wildflowers
2026-05-09 13:45 - 15:00 | Bigfork Library, 186 Bridge Street, Bigfork, MT, 59911, United States
Celebrate spring! Learn to identify some of Flathead Lake’s local wildflowers and explore their unique adaptations. Slow down with a simple outdoor art activity to help you notice and remember the beauty of the wildflowers. Meet at the Bigfork Library, at the Laura Long Patio. We will walk together to the Wayfarers Unit of Flathead Lake State Park.
Register at: https://forms.office.com/g/F7nYzQMNdn [forms.office.com]

Toddler Storytime-Kalispell
2026-05-11 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-05-18 11:00 - 12:00 | Kalispell Library, 247 1st Ave East, Kalispell, MT, 59901, 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 2-4.

Teen Switch Days-Bigfork
2026-05-12, 2026-05-19 | Bigfork Library, 186 Bridge Street, Bigfork, MT, 59911, United States

Genealogy Class - Bigfork
2026-05-12 10:30 - 12:30 | 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 2nd and 4th Tuesday.

Toddler Storytime-Bigfork
2026-05-12 11:00 - 12:00 | Bigfork Library, 186 Bridge Street, Bigfork, MT, 59911, United States

Toddler Storytime-Columbia Falls
2026-05-12 11:00 - 12:00 | Columbia Falls Library, 130 6th Street West #C, Columbia Falls, MT, 59912, United States

Preschool Storytime-Kalispell
2026-05-12 11:00 - 12:00 | Kalispell Library, 247 1st Ave East, Kalispell, MT, 59901, 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 4 and 5.

Friends of the Library Book Club
2026-05-12 15:00 - 16:00 | Kalispell Library, 247 1st Ave East, Kalispell, MT, 59901, United States
Meet with other book enthusiasts on the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 3pm in the Meeting Room at Flathead County Library Kalispell.

See this month’s book HERE.

Baby Storytime-Kalispell
2026-05-13 11:00 - 12:00 | Kalispell Library, 247 1st Ave East, Kalispell, MT, 59901, United States

Kids Wednesday Workshop (Grades K-5) Columbia Falls
2026-05-13 14:00 - 16:00 | Columbia Falls Library, 130 6th Street West #C, Columbia Falls, MT, 59912, United States
Join us every Wednesday for hands-on exploration, including LEGO Club and STEAM Space (science, technology, engineering, art, and math activities). We’ll create art, play games, construct new worlds with LEGOs, tackle an engineering challenge or learn a new craft. Especially for kids in grades K-5. Must be accompanied by an adult.

Kids Wednesday Workshop (Grades K-5)-Kalispell
2026-05-13 14:00 - 17:00 | Kalispell Library, 247 1st Ave East, Kalispell, MT, 59901, United States

LVL-Up (GRADES 6-12) Kalispell – Jar Ramen
2026-05-13 14:30 - 16:00 | Kalispell Library, 247 1st Ave East, Kalispell, MT, 59901, United States
Join us every month for LVL-Up. We’ll explore unique DIY projects, learn new skills, and expand your creativity.

Kids Wednesday Workshop (Grades K-5) Bigfork
2026-05-13 15:30 - 17:30 | Bigfork Library, 186 Bridge Street, Bigfork, MT, 59911, United States

Preschool Storytime-Columbia Falls
2026-05-14 11:00 - 12:00 | Columbia Falls Library, 130 6th Street West #C, Columbia Falls, MT, 59912, United States

Preschool Storytime-Bigfork
2026-05-14 11:00 - 12:00 | Bigfork Library, 186 Bridge Street, Bigfork, MT, 59911, United States

Sensory Play Saturday-Bigfork
2026-05-16 12:00 - 14:00 | Bigfork Library, 186 Bridge Street, Bigfork, MT, 59911, United States
