Today

School District 5 and Flathead High School District Finance Committee meeting 6:30 a.m., district office.

Red Cross blood drive, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the center, 17A First Ave., Kalispell.

Whitefish branch of Kalispell Public Library hosts a performance by magician Dan Jimmerson at 1 p.m.

Flathead County Library board meets at 2 p.m. at the Whitefish branch library.

Flathead City-County Board of Health special board telephonic meeting 2 p.m. to discuss policy mechanism for salary increases for division directors, Environmental Health Conference Room, Earl Bennett Building, 1035 First Ave. W., Kalispell.

Senior Citizens potluck, 40 Second Ave. W., Kalispell. Business meeting at 5 p.m. Potluck at 5:30 p.m. Bring a friend and a dish to share. Husband and wife team of Jerry and Jacky Bosacker will entertain. Call 257-1598.

The Flathead Valley Fibromyalgia Support Group meets at 7 p.m. in The Summit conference room. Call Jerry at 253-7228.

Friday

Cayuse Prairie School board negotiations work committee meets 7:30 a.m. at the school.

Middle Fork Quick Response Unit annual bake sale/craft fair fund-raiser, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. today and July 2 at the QRU building near the Essex turn-off.

Arlee's 107th annual Fourth of July Celebration July 1-4, pow wow grounds. Children's games begin 1 p.m. July 1-2, Grand Entry at 7 p.m. July 1; Contest dancing 7 p.m. July 2, and 1 and 7 p.m. July 3. Snake dance and grand entry 1 p.m. July 4, with Korean Conflict veterans honoring following.

First Friday in downtown Kalispell with events at the Museum at Central School, 124 Second Ave. E.; area art galleries; Hockaday Center for the Arts, 302 Second Ave. E. presents the documentary on the Forest Service "The Greatest Good " at 6 p.m. Refreshments at most venues. Call Susan Miller at 752-4863.

Author and actress Virginia Wood signs her book, "So You Want to Be an Actress" 5-8 p.m. at Timeless Treasures, 124 Main St., Kalispell.

Ananda Seva Yoga Center, 36, Second Ave. E., Kalispell fine art show reception for "Six Friends - Informed Life Force," 7:15 p.m. Refreshments. Live Music. Public is welcome.

Saturday

26th annual Whitefish Arts Festival 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, Depot park, on the corner of Spokane Avenue and Railway Street, downtown Whitefish. Call 862-5875.

Stumptown Quilt Society quilt show 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. today and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, at Central School gym, corner of Second and Railway Streets. Over 150 quilts on display, many for sale. Raffle. Admission $2. Proceeds benefit many local charities. Call Melissa Gold at 862-5986.

Bar W Guest Ranch grand opening 1-5 p.m. 2875 U.S. 93, north of Whitefish. Barbecue and music by Jack Gladstone from 2-4. All invited.

Sunday

26th annual Whitefish Arts Festival continues from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. today, Depot park, on the corner of Spokane Avenue and Railway Street, downtown Whitefish. Call 862-5875.

Stumptown Quilt Society quilt show continues today from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Central School gym, corner of Second and Railway Streets. Over 150 quilts on display, many for sale. Raffle. Admission $2. Proceeds benefit many local charities. Call Melissa Gold at 862-5986.

Monday

The City of Kalispell Solid Waste Division will not be picking up 90-gallon containers today due to the holiday. Monday's 90-gallon routes will be picked up on Tuesday. Have containers out by 7 a.m.

Kalispell Elks Lodge, U.S. 9 South in Kalispell, host a breakfast 7:30-9 a.m. for Vietnam and all other veterans. Buses will transfer veterans to Eagles at 9:15 a.m. for loading on parade floats.

Thought

"Those who love deeply never grow old; they may die of old age, but they die young."

-Sir Arthur Wing Pinero, English dramatist (1855-1934).

Kalispell Fourth of July parade begins at 10 a.m. Plenty of good viewing spots along Main Street. The Conrad Mansion on Conrad Drive will serve ice cream immediately following. Everyone is welcome.

The City of Troy annual old-fashioned Fourth of July celebration, Roosevelt Park. Parade at 11 a.m. Races, tug o' war, three-on-three basketball tournament, craft and food vendors. Call 406-295-1064.

Bigfork Fourth of July celebration and parade kicks off at noon. Children's Carnival, Sliter Park. Ducks for Bucks Race, 4 p.m. Swan River. Calll 837-5888.

Polebridge Fourth of July parade, noon. Costumes encouraged. Food vendors will be on hand and a picnic lunch will be available. All are welcome.

Tuesday

AARP Seniors Driver Safety Program 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., today and July 7, The Summit, Kalispell. Cost is $10. Instructor Art Buckley. Call 751-4500.

Children's Story Hour at 10:30 a.m., Children's Department of the Flathead County Library in Kalispell, 247 First Ave. E. Call 758-5822.

Red Cross blood drive, 2-6 p.m., at the center, 17A First Ave., Kalispell.

After-school Storytime for children 6-12, 4 p.m., Children's Department of the Flathead County Library in Kalispell. Call 758-5822.

Red Cross Adult CPR certification training, 6:30 p.m. Call 752-643 to pre-register.

Kalispell City Council meets at 7 p.m., Kalispell City Hall.

Columbia City Council meets at 7 p.m., Columbia Falls City Hall.

Whitefish City Council meets at 7:10 p.m., Whitefish City Hall.

Wednesday

Red Cross blood drive, 2-5 p.m., at the center, 17A First Ave., Kalispell, sponsored by D.A. Davidson.

Chiropractor Richard Puchta offers a free classon maximizing your quality of life as you age, "Life Without Limits," 5:15 p.m., Ashley Square conference room. Call 752-7289 if you plan to attend.

A Look Ahead

School District 5 and Flathead High School District Program Review Team meets 6:30 a.m., July 7, district office.

Red Cross blood drive, 12-5:30 p.m., July 7, Columbia Falls North Valley Community Room, sponsored by Columbia Falls Rotary Club.

Community meeting to discuss and evaluate a growth policy for the City of Polson, 7-9 p.m. July 7, Lake County Courthouse. All are welcome. Call Sarah Nicolai at 406-442-0370 or e-mail at snicolai@hkminc.com.

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Family History Training Workshop 7 p.m. July 7, Kalispell Stake Center, 1380 Whitefish Stage Road, Kalispell. Topics include "Census-What You May not Know about Census Research" and "Five Ways to Find Vital Records On-line." Open to public.

Red Cross blood drive,11 a.m. to 2 p.m., July 8 at the center, 17A First Ave., Kalispell.

Big Sky Astronomy Club meets at 7 p.m., July 8, Kalispell Junior High School library. Visitors are welcome. Park in the school's east lot. Call Bruce at 857-375 or Scott at 755-3939.

Benefit auction and raffle for Chad Baker, 7 p.m. July 8, Eagles Lounge, 37 First Ave. W., Kalispell. Jam session, live auction of exercise equipment, art, tools, bear carvings, electronics and more. Proceeds will help cover medical bills and expenses for Baker and his family. Everyone welcome.

Artists & Craftsmen of the Flathead Arts & Crafts Fair, July 8-10, Kalispell Courthouse lawn, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. July 8-9; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. July 10. Free Admission. Refreshments.

Flathead County Library hosts a free performance of "The Sword in the Stone," by the Traveling Lantern Company, 10:30 a.m. July 9, Depot Park, Kalispell.

Flathead County High School Class of 1936 annual brunch 11 a.m., July 10, Bulldog Steak House, Kalispell Center Outlaw Hotel. Call Glenyce at 755-3363.

Open House Family History Community Event 5-8 p.m. July 10, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1780 Talbot Road, Columbia Falls. Free. Open to the public.

Red Cross blood drive, 2-6 p.m., July 11, at the center, 17A First Ave., Kalispell.

Red Cross Adult CPR certification review training, 6:30 p.m. July 11. Call 752-643 to pre-register.

The Flathead Conservation District meets at 7 p.m. July 11, at 30 Lower Valley Road in Kalispell.

Red Cross blood drive, 2-5 p.m., July 12, Big Mountain Resort Outpost.

Back Country Horsemen of the Flathead annual potluck picnic and brief business meeting, 6:30 p.m. July 12, Lone Pine Park, Kalispell. Call Deborah at 892-0200.

Red Cross First Aid Basics certification training, 6:30 p.m. July 12. Call 752-643 to pre-register.

Red Cross blood drive, 10 a.m. to p.m., July 13, Glacier National Park.

Red Cross Infant and Child CPR certification training, 6:30 p.m. Call 752-643 to pre-register.

Montana State Republican Central Committee Chairman Karl Ohs invites all Lake County Republicans to a special town meeting, 7 p.m. July 13, at the VFW building, corner of Main and Fifth, Polson. Refreshments will be served.

Long Range Planning Task Force meets 4-6 p.m. July 14, Earl Bennett Building, First Avenue West, Kalispell. Public invited to comment at end of meeting.

Red Cross blood drive, 4-7 p.m., July 14, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Whitefish Stage Road, Kalispell.

Flathead County Library, Kalispell, hosts a release party for "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince," 11:30 p.m. July 15.

Whitefish High School has a class reunion July 15-16 at Majestic Valley Arena for 1960s classes. Classes from 1930 to 1959 are also invited, along with 1970-1999. To register or for information, call John Kajiwara at 907-248-1756, 230-0352 (cell) or e-mail WHSReunion2005@GCI.NET.

18th annual Lakeside Community Club "Discover the West Shore" Fair, July 16, Lakeside School. Pancake breakfast 7 a.m.; 5K Run/Walk to follow, classic car parade, kids games, Attic Treasures sale and silent auction beginning at 9 a.m. Call 857-3512 or 857-3381. Proceeds benefit area nonprofit organizations.

Big Mountain Summer Festival 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. July 16-17, Fine arts, crafts, live music, dance and kids' activities. Call 862-2900.

Stillwater Lutheran Church Neighborhood Family Camp-out and Picnic weekend, July 15-17. Live music, games, auction. Pit barbecue 1 p.m. July 16, and outdoor worship, 10 a.m. July 17. Bring a tent or camper. The church is located at 1401 Church Dr., West Valley. Call 257-4614.

Montana Animal Rescue League holds a bake sale and quilt raffle from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 17 at the Petco store in Kalispell.

Kalispell City Council meets at 7 p.m., July 18, Kalispell City Hall.

Columbia City Council meets at 7 p.m., July 18, Columbia Falls City Hall.

Whitefish City Council meets at 7:10 p.m., July 18, Whitefish City Hall.

Mountain Madness Air Show 2005 July 30-31 featuring the U.S. Navy Blue Angels. Call 758-2800; or log on to www.kalispellchamber.com/airshow/home.html

Flathead High School class of 1985 20-year reunion is July 22-24. Call Russ Marks at 257-4796, or e-mail rnrmarks@in-tch.com.

Bigfork Relay for Life for the American Cancer Society 6 p.m. July 22; 8 a.m. July 23, at the Bigfork High School track. Call 837-1600.

Fiberfest Eureka 2005 July 23-24, Lincoln County Fairgrounds. Livestock, fleece and skein judging, workshops, demonstrations. Free. Call Joy at 406-297-7656; or Lee at 406-882-4939.

Flathead Valley Alliance presents Noel Coward's "Blithe Spirit," 8 p.m. July 29-30; 4 p.m. July 31, KM Theatre, 50 Second St. E., Kalispell. Tickets $6 in advance; $7 at the door. Benefit for Violence Free Crisis Line. Call 756-0050.

School District 5 enrollment begins Aug. 1 for grades K-8, 23 First Ave. E., Kalispell. Hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Birth certificate, immunization records and proof of address required for kindergarten registration. Call Patty Fisher at 751-3430.

Flathead Valley Alliance presents Noel Coward's "Blithe Spirit," 8 p.m. Aug. 5-6; 4 p.m. Aug. 7, KM Theatre, 50 Second St. E., Kalispell. Tickets $6 in advance; $7 at the door. Benefit for Violence Free Crisis Line. Call 756-0050.

Long Range Planning Task Force meets 4-6 p.m. Aug. 11, Earl Bennett Building, First Avenue West, Kalispell. Public invited to comment at end of meeting.

Cruisen' By the Bay 2005 Aug. 12-14, Polson.

Fourth annual Whitefish Lake Swim Aug. 28. Call Kathryn McEnery at 257-3798.

Long Range Planning Task Force meets 4-6 p.m. Sept. 8, Earl Bennett Building, First Avenue West, Kalispell. Public invited to comment at end of meeting.