Today

3 MOMS (Mothers Offering Moms Support) meets 9:15-11:15 a.m., Trinity Lutheran Church, 400 W. California St., Kalispell. Rev. Darold Reiner talks about eliminating the road blocks to communication in your marriage. Child care provided. Call 257-LOVE (5683).

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

3 Red Cross blood drive, 10:30 to 2:30 p.m., Flathead County Health Department.

3 Somers School board Calendar Committee meets at 3:45 p.m. at Somers Middle School.

3 Soroptimist International of Bigfork fifth annual "Champagne, Chocolate & You - An Affair to Remember," fundraiser, 5 to 7 p.m., La Provence Restaurant, Bigfork. Hors d'oeuvres, champagne, desserts. Raffles, silent auction. Tickets $25 per person at The Jug Tree, Nan's Cafe, Cravings and Electric Avenue Gifts. Contact Tara Allen, 837-2085.

3 Red Cross Infant and Child CPR certification training, 6:30 p.m. at the office, 126 N. Meridian Road, Kalispell. Call 752-6433 to pre-register.

3 Flathead Chapter of the Montana Native Plant Society meets 7 p.m. at the Flathead County Library meeting room in Kalispell. Research scientist for U.S. Geological Service Janis Taylor gives a presentation on "Land Cover Change in Montana: 1970-2000." General meeting at 5:30 p.m. Free and public is welcome. Call Jen Asebrook, 863-9630.

3 Flathead County Fair board meets 7 p.m. at the fairground office.

3 Boomers Singles Group plays volleyball, 7 p.m. Evergreen Junior High School gym. All singles welcome. RSVP to Judy, 253-7187; or Terry, 314-4044.

Thursday

3 Somers School board Curriculum and Extracurricular Committee meets at 9 a.m. at Somers Middle School.

3 Flathead Non-profit Development Partnership workshop 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. FVCC Blake Hall board room. Learn about grant opportunities, fundraising and technological resources, community partnerships and more. To register e-mail flatheadlincolnnpdp@hotmail.com.

3 The Flathead County Republican Central Committee meets at noon at the Bulldog.

3 Red Cross blood drive, 2-5 p.m., at the center, 126 N. Meridian, Kalispell. Sponsored by D.A. Davidson.

3 Flathead County Area IX Agency on Aging meets 2 p.m. in the basement of the Kalispell Senior Citizens Center, 403 Second Ave. W., Kalispell. Call Jim Atkinson, 758-5730.

3 Flathead County Library board meets at 3 p.m. at the Columbia Falls branch library. Contact Kim Crowley, library director, at 758-5826.

3 Somers School board Personnel and Negotiations Committee meets at 4 p.m. at Somers Middle School.

3 Red Cross disaster training 5:30-10 p.m., Kalispell Service Center, 126 N. Meridian Road, Kalispell. Topic is "Fulfilling Our Mission." Free. Refreshments provided. Registration limited. Call 752-6433 to pre-register.

3 Museum at Central School History Book Club meets 6:30 p.m. at the museum, 124 Second Ave. E., Kalispell. Topic is Whitefish author Dorothy M. Johnson and the trail to Montana's gold. All welcome to attend. Call 756-8381.

3 Republican Central Committee meets 7 p.m., Polson City Library. Guest speaker Bob Brown, University of Montana senior fellow, Center for Rocky Mountain West on the topic, "Responsibilities of living in representative democracy." Refreshments. Open to public.

3 Human Rights Film Series presents "Saz: The Palestinian Rapper for Change," about the budding hip-hop star who grew up in a Jewish neighborhood, 7 p.m., Kalispell branch of Flathead County Library, Community Room. Free. All invited. Parental discretion advised.

3 Flathead Valley Fibromyalgia Support group meets at 7 p.m. at The Summit. Call Jerry at 253-7228.

Friday

3 Red Cross disaster training 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Kalispell Service Center, 126 N. Meridian Road, Kalispell. Topic is "Family Services: Emergency Assistance." Free. Refreshments provided. Registration limited. Call 752-6433 to pre-register.

3 Annual Valentine's Day Lunch to benefit Neighbors in Need, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Eagles Lodge basement, 37 First St. W., Kalispell. Spaghetti, salad, garlic bread, homemade pies, beverages. Cost $8 per person. Delivery available if ordered by Thursday, Feb. 8. Call 755-7266. All welcome.

3 Red Cross blood drive, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., St. John's Hospital, Libby.

3 Flathead Chapter of the National Active and Retired Federal Employees meets at noon, Buffalo Room, Buffalo Hill Terrace, 40 Clairmont St. Kalispell. Lunch is $7.50. For reservations, call Bill Driver at 837-2744.

3 Bigfork Middle School hosts a Valentine's Dinner and Fun Night 6-8 p.m. in the school gym. Lasagna dinner, bingo, cake auction and entertainment. Adults, $7; under 14, $5; families, $25. Benefit for eighth grade class trip. Call 837-7412.

3 Alano Club Valentine Dance, 8:30-11 p.m., sponsored by Alanon/Alateen and AA. Music provided by a disc jockey. Bring cookies, chips to share. Club is located in long brick building behind Kentucky Fried Chicken and Loose Change Casino in Kalispell. Call Dianne, 837-5512; or Sharon, 885-3526.

Saturday

3 Red Cross disaster training 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Kalispell Service Center, 126 N. Meridian Road, Kalispell. Topic is "Shelter Operations/Simulation." Free. Refreshments provided. Registration limited. Call 752-6433 to pre-register.

3 29th annual Cabin Fever Days, today and Sunday, Martin City, Coram. Bar stool races registration 10 a.m. to noon both days, Southfork, Martin City; races begin 1 p.m. both days, Sugar Hill. Kids sled races, noon, Sugar Hill; Kids Carnival 1 p.m., Head Start, Martin City. Call 387-9971, 387-4888, 387-9922.

3 Rocky Mountain Rollers Good Sams RV Club Valentine party, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Whitefish Pin and Cue. Guests welcome. Reservations required. Call 755-0506 or 752-3689.

3 "Spellebrate," Scrabble fundraiser for Literacy Volunteers of Flathead County, 1-3 p.m. or 3:30-5:30 p.m., Museum at Central School, 124 Second Ave. E., Kalispell. Call 257-7323 for pledge sheets and to reserve a time and table.

3 Human Rights Film Series presents "Saz: The Palestinian Rapper for Change," about the budding hip-hop star who grew up in a Jewish neighborhood, 2 p.m., Whitefish Branch Library Community Room. Free. All invited. Parental discretion advised.

3 Whitefish Winter Carnival Ice Skating Extravaganza "Movie Stars on Ice," 7 p.m., Stumptown Ice Den, on Wisconsin Ave. Special guest performer, Nick LaRoche. Tickets $20, $12 bleachers, $8 standing. Children 7 and under free. Call 862-3501.

3 Daddy-Daughter Valentine's Dance, 7-9:30 p.m., Linderman School, 124 Third Ave. E., Kalispell. Cost $8 per couple at the door. Families welcome. Dancing, music, food, door prizes. Call Kalispell Parks and Recreation, 758-7717.

3 Contra Dance, Salvation Army, 110 Bountiful Drive, Kalispell. Beginner's lesson is 7:30-8 p.m., dancing from 8-11 p.m. Cost is $6 for adults; $3, teens; $12, families; 11 and younger, free. Call 758-7717 or Joe Fisher, 752-7469.

3 Swan Lake Volunteer Fire Department 29th annual Firemen's Ball, 8 p.m. Swan Lake Clubhouse, on Montana 83 behind the fire hall. Midnight buffet. Door prizes. Cost $5 per person. Call 886-2255.

"Red Hot Cabin Fever Dance," fundraiser for Mission Valley Aquatics, 8 p.m. to midnight, VFW, Polson. Live music by The Gizzards. Tickets are $10 singles, $15 per couple available at Cherry Valley School or at the door. Call 883-4567.

Sunday

3 29th annual Cabin Fever Days, continue in Martin City and Coram. Bar stool races registration 10 a.m. to noon, Southfork, Martin City; races begin 1 p.m. Sugar Hill. Awards ceremony 7 p.m., Southfork. Call 387-9971, 387-4888, 387-9922.

3 13th annual Wine and Chocolate Social and Art Auction, 1-4 p.m., at the home of Marcy Zietz and Pat Christianson, in Seeley Lake. Live and silent auctions featuring over 30 local artists. Benefit for Seeley Swan High School scholarship fund, sponsored by Alpine Artisans. Tickets $10 at the door. Call Jenny Rohrer, 406-754-0034

3 Flathead Pioneer Auto Club meets 2 p.m., Flathead Electric Co-op building. Enter on north side. All visitors welcome. Call Greg Maroney, 751-4467.

3 John White Lecture Series presents "Mapping Quality of Life in the Crown of the Continent," with Steve Thompson, highlighting a collaborative project between The National Geographic Society and National Parks Conservation Association, 2:30 p.m., Museum at Central School, 124 Second Ave. E., Kalispell. Tickets $7.50 for museum members; $10 for nonmembers. Limited tickets at door. Call 756-8381.

3 Red Cedar Circle meets 5:45 p.m., at Donnalee's, 1720 Second. St. E., Whitefish. Potluck at 5 p.m. Healing through stories, ancient spiritual practices. All welcome. Call 863-9412.

Monday

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

3 Red Cross blood drive, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Stillwater Lutheran Church, West Valley.

3 Daughters of the American Revolution, Chief Ignace Chapter, meet at noon at the Bulldog Restaurant, WestCoast Outlaw Hotel, Kalispell. Program on "Southern Mansions" by Riva Amundson. For transportation, call Helen Steinke at 257-1632.

3 Traumatic Brain Injury Support Group meets 6-8 p.m., for a Valentine's Game Night, at The Summit conference room, Kalispell. Survivors, family, friends are welcome. Refreshments. Bring your favorite board game. Call Kathy or Sue at 756-4723.

3 The Flathead Conservation District meets at 7 p.m., 141 Interstate Lane, behind JoAnn Fabrics, in Evergreen. Call 752-4220.

3 Flathead Audubon meets 7 p.m., The Summit, Kalispell. Program is "Three Rivers Journey: The Yukon's Great Boreal Wilderness." Free. Public invited.

Tuesday

3 Public is invited to a free community lecture with Barney Stucker on "Adolescents and Alcohol Abuse, 7:30 a.m., Pathways Treatment Center, 200 Heritage Way, Kalispell.

3 Winter North Fork Interlocal meeting 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks, 490 N. Meridian Road, Kalispell. Agenda includes Cline Mine and agency updates. North Fork landowners encouraged to attend.

3 Flathead Industries Kalispell Thrift Store, 55 Fourth Ave. WN (across the tracks from Herberger's) Book Room and Gallery grand opening 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Featured artist Larry Lucas. Call 755-7656.

3 Red Cross blood drive, noon to 4 p.m., KRMC.

3 Columbia Falls Chamber of Commerce membership luncheon, noon to 1 p.m., North Valley Community Room, 235 Nucleus Ave. No reservations are required and lunch is available for $9. Guest speaker is Steve Knight, vice president and general manager of Columbia Falls Aluminum Co. Call Carol Pike at 892-2072.

3 Bigfork Chamber of Commerce meets 3:30 p.m., at the Osborne Landing meeting room no. 201.

3 Flathead Municipal Airport Authority meets at 4 p.m., airport manager's office, Glacier Park International Airport.

3 Polson Rural Fire District trustee meeting 7 p.m., Polson City Hall conference room. All area residents encouraged to attend.

3 Swan River School board meets at 5:30 p.m. in the school library.

3 Mission Mountain Audubon presents a program by Dave Hadden, transboundary coordinator for Montana Wilderness Association, on "The North Fork of the Flathead," 7 p.m., Polson City Library meeting room. Free. All welcome.

3 Helena Flats School board meets at 7 p.m., school library.

3 Back Country Horsemen of the Flathead meet at 7:30 p.m., Fish, Wildlife and Parks Building, 490 North Meridian Road. Public welcome. Call Don at 862-6955.