Doug Follett- Glacier’s Poet Documentary Screening
2025-09-23 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Denver) | Columbia Falls Library, 130 6th Street West #C, Columbia Falls, MT, 59912, 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 family’s history and connection to both the Great Northern Railroad and Glacier National Park. He also reads his many poems written about the many places he loved.

Toddler Storytime - Columbia Falls
2025-09-23 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-09-16 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-09-09 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-09-02 11:00 - 12:00
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.

Tea Towel Stenciling Zone
2025-09-22 - 2025-09-27
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 explore your creativity.

Baby Storytime - Columbia Falls
2025-09-19 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-09-12 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-09-05 11:00 - 12:00
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.

Preschool Storytime - Columbia Falls
2025-09-18 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-09-11 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-09-04 11:00 - 12:00
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.

Kids Wednesday Workshop - Columbia Falls
2025-09-17 14:00 - 16:00, 2025-09-10 14:00 - 16:00, 2025-09-03 14:00 - 16:00
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.

Sensory Play Saturday - Columbia Falls
2025-09-06 10:00 - 12:00
Sink your hands into a spectacular tub of fun! Mix, measure, pour or possibly search for tiny treasures. Children of all ages are welcome!

Make One Take One Mini Art Gallery
2025-08-25 - 2025-08-30
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 keep yours too? No problem! Just make an extra to leave behind so the gallery keeps growing. Work on your painting in the library or at home.

Intro to Letterpress
2025-08-12 13:00 - 17:00
Join maker Kay Lyle of Manicule Studio in Columbia Falls for one last chance to try your hand at using a Letterpress. Come between 1-5pm to print a small poster using the letterpress!

Teen Summer Workshop: Bento Boxes
2025-08-08 15:30 - 17:00
This Summer Experience we’re dishing up the perfect snack: Bento Boxes. Bento boxes are a lunch tradition originating from Japan. This program will feature cooking and designing your own take-home bento box! Space limited. Seats available first come, first served.
Note: Our Bento Boxes will feature Japanese recipes. Ingredients include wheat, sesame, soy, eggs, and fish.

Columbia Falls Teen Zone: Friday, August 8, 3:30-5pm

Baby & Toddler Storytime (0-3) - Columbia Falls
2025-08-08 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-08-01 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-07-25 11:00 - 12:00
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 – 3.

Early Learners (3-5) - Columbia Falls
2025-08-07 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-08-04 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-07-31 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-07-28 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-07-24 11:00 - 12:00
Reading and exploring are combined to keep your summer busy and fun! Join us weekly at the library for STEAM inspired activities! Ages 3-5 and caregivers.

Summer Reading Experience Kids (6-10) - Columbia Falls
2025-08-06 11:00 - 13:00, 2025-07-30 11:00 - 13:00
Reading and exploring are combined to keep your summer busy and fun! Join us weekly at the library for STEAM inspired activities! Kids ages 6-10 and caregivers.

Teen Summer Workshop: Dragon Eye Sculptures
2025-07-25 15:30 - 17:00
Bring a dragon’s stare to life! Design and sculpt a captivating dragon eye using air-dry clay, colored pencils, watercolors and glass cabochons. You’ll create a one-of-a-kind sculpture that looks straight out of a fantasy world. Space limited. Seats available first come, first served.

Earl Bennett Conference Room (1035 1st Avenue West, Kalispell): Thursday July 17, 3:30-5pm; Columbia Falls Teen Zone: Friday July 25, 3:30-5pm
