Flathead County Library

Providing educational and recreational materials, programs, and resources to promote literacy, inspire lifelong learning, and enrich the community.

Website Under Construction Aug 15-18

Our website will be under construction from Aug 15th – 18th. We are updating the navigation menu for an improved user experience. Results may vary when you visit the site during these dates, but everything should be newly improved and ready to go on Monday, Aug 18th. 

New Arrivals

Here are a few recent additions to our archive. Click a book cover to be taken to a summary page where you can check availability, read reviews, and more.

Upcoming Events

Summer Reading Experience

Teen Summer Reading Experience Game Board

Kalispell Library 247 1st Ave East, Kalispell, MT, United States +2 more

Grab a Teen Summer Experience Gameboard at any Flathead County Library location to begin your summer quest! As part of Summer Experience 2025, the gameboard invites teens to read, explore, […]

Crafternoons: Map Reward Edition

Crafternoons: Map Reward Edition

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

Finished your gameboard and earned the dragon amigurumi kit? Come to a special Crafternoon just for you! If you haven’t started your kit, staff will be there to help you. […]

Make One Take One Mini Art Gallery

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

Make One: Paint a mini canvas and add a magnet to the back. Take One: Choose a mini painting created by someone else to take home and enjoy. Want 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 […]

Crafternoons: Map Reward Edition

Crafternoons: Map Reward Edition

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

Finished your gameboard and earned the dragon amigurumi kit? Come to a special Crafternoon just for you! If you haven’t started your kit, staff will be there to help you. […]

Shelf Discovery

Get the scoop on everything Flathead County Library. Explore upcoming events and programs, discover your next great read with staff recommendations, and connect to your library community.

Aug 15, 2025

What does Creative Aging mean to you? Join a small group of adults (ages 55+) for an inspiring art journey taught by Art Therapist Allyson Norwood Bush. This free 6-week course is designed to awaken your creativity and nourish your whole self—body, mind, and spirit. You’ll explore hands-on art projects that encourage self-expression, spark imagination, and foster connection.

What does Creative Aging mean to you? Join a small group of adults (ages 55+) for an inspiring art journey taught by Art Therapist Allyson Norwood Bush. This free 6-week course is designed to awaken your creativity and nourish your whole self—body, mind, and spirit. You’ll explore hands-on art projects that encourage self-expression, spark imagination, and foster connection. Bigfork Arnlund Community Room: Wednesdays, Sep. 10 – Oct. 15, 12-2pm Sign up using the form below to secure your spot. Please plan to commit to all six classes when you sign up. [gravityform id="24" title="false" description="false"]

Jun 17, 2025

Dear Community Members, We need to inform you that, due to recent state and federal funding cuts, we are no longer able to offer our Hot Spot Lending Program starting July 1st, 2025. We understand the impact it may have on those who rely on this service. Since its launch in 2020, the Montana State Library Hot Spot Lending Program has provided vital internet access to our community. We are committed to exploring alternative solutions and will keep you informed of any updates. In the meantime, we encourage you to visit our library for other available resources and services. Thank…

  Dear Community Members, We need to inform you that, due to recent state and federal funding cuts, we are no longer able to offer our Hot Spot Lending Program starting July 1st, 2025. We understand the impact it may have on those who rely on this service. Since its launch in 2020, the Montana State Library Hot Spot Lending Program has provided vital internet access to our community. We are committed to exploring alternative solutions and will keep you informed of any updates. In the meantime, we encourage you to visit our library for other available resources and services.…

Jun 16, 2025

Join maker Kay Lyle of Manicule Studio for a full hands-on "Intro to Letterpress" workshop covering the basics of setting vintage wood type, applying ink, and printing. This workshop is for adults and is limited to 8 people. Register using the form below. Bigfork Community Room: Tuesday, July 15, 2 - 5pm

  Join maker Kay Lyle of Manicule Studio for a full hands-on "Intro to Letterpress" workshop covering the basics of setting vintage wood type, applying ink, and printing. This workshop is for adults and is limited to 8 people. Register using the form below. Bigfork Community Room: Tuesday, July 15, 2 - 5pm [gravityform id="23" title="false" description="false"]

Jun 9, 2025

Welcome Travelers! Let your epic journey unfold this summer with Teen Summer Experience 2025. This year, we are offering workshops that will send you on adventures throughout the realm and lead you to the discovery of our fabled dragon hoard. GAMEBOARD (GRADES 6-12) | BENTO BOXES (GRADES 6-12) | BATIK DYEING (GRADES 6-12) | DRAGON EYE SCULPTURES (GRADES 6-12)

Welcome Travelers! Let your epic journey unfold this summer with Teen Summer Experience 2025. This year, we are offering workshops that will send you on adventures throughout the realm and lead you to the discovery of our fabled dragon hoard. PASSIVE PROGRAMS GAMEBOARD (GRADES 6-12) Grab your Teen Summer Gameboard and join the dragon quest! As part of Summer Experience 2025, the gameboard invites teens to read, explore, and create. Complete the Reading Challenge to earn raffle tickets for movie passes, follow the adventure map to unlock a reward, and check out the full schedule of teen workshops. Finish the…

Providing educational and recreational materials, programs, and resources to promote literacy, inspire lifelong learning, and enrich the community.

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