Today
3 Star Meadows Road Bicycle Race begins 11 a.m. at Round Meadows cross-country ski area on Star Meadow Road. Call Glacier Cyclery, 862-6446; or Great Northern Cycles, 862-5321.
3 Flathead Outdoor Club hikes in Smith Lake area, followed by a potluck barbecue at the home of Trish Peebles. Meet at Bojangles parking lot on U.S. 2 between 2 and 2:30 p.m. to carpool. Hike is 3-4 miles and easy to moderate. All welcome.
Monday
3 Fair-Mont-Egan School board meets at 7 a.m. in the school library.
3 Red Cross blood drive, 2-6 p.m., at the center, 126 N. Meridian Road, Kalispell.
3 Flathead Chronic Pain Support Group meets 5:30-7 p.m., at The Summit. Learn how to cope with pain and improve your quality of life. Free. Call Dr. Alex Bokor, 250-5252.
3 Traumatic Brain Injury Support Group field trip to Glen Brist Farm, Ashley Lake Road. Meet at 5:30 p.m., Michael's gas station across from McDonald's on U.S. 2 West to carpool. Those whose last names begin with A-g, bring salad or side dish; H-P cold meet; S-Z, dessert. RSVP to Sue 756-4725; or Kathy, 756-4723.
3 Columbia Falls School board Transportation Committee meets at 6 p.m., followed by a regular board meeting at 7 p.m., administration offices boardroom, 501 Sixth Ave. W. Columbia Falls.
3 Lakeside Neighborhood Plan public meeting, 6:30-9 p.m., Lakeside Chapel, U.S. 93 and Adams Street.
3 Columbia Falls Heritage Days Committee meets 6:30 p.m., City Hall, 130 Sixth St. W. Call 892-0178 or 270-5968.
3 The Flathead Conservation District meets at 7 p.m., 133 Interstate Lane, in Evergreen. Call 752-4220.
3 Bridge Academy graduation, 7 p.m., New Outlaw Inn, Kalispell.
3 Whitefish School board meets 7 p.m. school board meeting room.
Tuesday
3 Public is invited to a free community lecture about "PLUK, Parents, Let's Unite for Kids," 7:30 a.m., Pathways Treatment Center, 200 Heritage Way, Kalispell.
3 Red Cross blood drive, noon to 4 p.m., KRMC.
3 Superhost Kalispell offers two "Passport to Service" customer service workshop sessions, 9 a.m. to noon, and 1-4 p.m., FVCC. Cost $25. Call Connee Greig, 756-3832.
3 Flathead Municipal Airport Authority meets at 4 p.m., Glacier Park International Airport board room.
3 Swan River School board of trustees meets, 5:30 p.m. in the school library.
3 MSU Flathead County Extension information meeting on weed identification of salt cedar and hawkweeds, 6-8 p.m., FVCC Arts and Technology Building, Room 202. Free. Open to public. Call 758-5553.
3 Somers Rural Fire District board meets 6 p.m., Lakeside Fire Station, 125 Bills Road.
3 School District 5 and Flathead County High School district board meets at 6 p.m., Kalispell Middle School Media Center.
3 Flathead County Evergreen School District board meets at 6:30 p.m., in the administration building boardroom.
3 Northwest Montana Chapter of the Autism Society of America meets at 6:30 p.m., The Summit, Kalispell. Topics include support groups and planning September Autism Walk. Call Tim, 257-8758.
3 Mission Mountain Audubon meets 7 p.m., Confederated Salish Kootenai Tribes Natural Resources Center conference room, 316 First St. E., Polson. Slide presentation by Dale Becker, SCKT program manager, on "The Trumpeter Swans of the Mission Valley." Free. All welcome.
3 Smith Valley School board meets at 6 p.m. at the Intermediate School.
3 West Valley Fire District trustees meet at 7:30 p.m., at the West Valley Fire Station on Farm to Market Road.
Wednesday
3 Red Cross blood drive, 10:30 a.m. 2:30 p.m., Flathead County Health Department.
3 Flathead County Evergreen School District board meets at 6:30 p.m., in the administration building boardroom.
3 Flathead Outdoor Club hikes to Estes Lake. Meet at Ferndale Fire Station at 5:30 p.m. to carpool to trailhead.
Thursday
3 Red Cross blood drive, noon to 5 p.m., Wal-Mart Mart, Kalispell
3 Museum at Central School History Book Club meets 6:30 p.m., to discuss "Battle of the Big Hole" by Aubrey L. and Calvin L. Haines, at the museum, 124 Second Ave. E., Kalispell. All welcome. Call 756-8381.
3 Creative Memories class on storing and utilizing digital images, 6:30 p.m., Hampton Inn, Kalispell. $10 at the door. Public welcome. Call Ann Lamm, 261-5802.
3 Battlecreek Boychoir from Michigan performs 7 p.m., Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 603 S. Main, Kalispell. Free admission. Everyone is welcome.
3 Swan Valley Photo Contest Slideshow 7 p.m., Swan Valley Community Hall. Free. Open to public. Refreshments.
3 Flathead Valley IONS (Institute of Noetic Sciences) meets 7 p.m., Bohemian Grange, behind Coffee Traders, 125 Blanchard Lake Road, Whitefish. Buddhist scholar David Curtis gives a talk titled, "Why Bother to Meditate?" All welcome. Donations requested. Call 862-9591 or 862-7711.
Friday
3 Red Cross blood drive, noon to 5 p.m., KALS Radio, in the blood mobile.
3 Flathead Valley Fibromyalgia Support group meets at 7-9 p.m. at The Summit. Pat Dickey, dietitian and licensed nutritionist talks about nutrition and your health. Call Jerry at 253-7228.
A Look Ahead
3 Friendship House Assisted Living Home 12th annual yard sale fundraiser 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 13; 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 14, 606 Second Ave. W., Kalispell.
3 Flathead Chapter of the National Active and Retired Federal Employees meets, noon, June 13, Back Room of the Nite Owl, Columbia Falls. For reservations, call Bill Driver, 837-2744, by June 11.
3 Kalispell Elks host a Flag Day ceremony 11 a.m. June 14, Veterans Memorial at Depot Park. Public invited to bring worn flags for proper handling. Call Chuck Olson, 253-1000.
3 Humane Society of Northwest Montana arts and crafts festival fundraiser 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 14, 3499 U.S. 93 N., Kalispell. Booth registration fee $50. Call 752-7297.
3 Red Cross blood drive, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., June 14, Wal-Mart, Polson.
3 Vibrational healer from England Rae Dornan gives a lecture, 7 p.m. June 14, Bohemian Grange, Whitefish. Free. Public invited.
3 Women of the Moose host a Father's Day breakfast 9 a.m. to noon, June 15, Whitefish Moose Lodge, 230 W. 10th. Open to public.
3 Vibrational healer from England Rae Dornan gives a lecture, 7 p.m. June 15, Creative Arts and Beads, Center Street, Kalispell. Free. Public invited.
3 Children's Story Hour at 10:30 a.m., June 16, Flathead County Library in Kalispell; 758-5822.
3 Red Cross blood drive, 2-6 p.m., June 16, at the center, 126 N. Meridian Road, Kalispell.
3 "Pea Green Boat's" bug guy, 4 p.m., June 16, Whitefish Library; 862-6657.
3 Kalispell Women's Connection and The Wellness Education Center presents "The Seven-Day Guided Juice Fast" at a buffet luncheon, 11:30 a.m., June 17, the New Outlaw Inn, U.S. 93 S. Guest speaker and musician Cathy Bourne presents "Finding Freedom from Fear." For reservations, call 857-2467 or 844-2538 or e-mail petersjc@centurytel.net. Complimentary child care by reservation.
3 Red Cross blood drive, noon to 5 p.m., June 17, Lakeside Community Chapel.
3 Children's Story Hour at 10 a.m., June 18, Bigfork Library; 837-6976.
3 Children's Story Hour at 10:30 a.m., June 18, Columbia Falls Library; 892-5919.
3 Children's Story Hour at 11 a.m., June 18, Flathead County Library in Kalispell; 758-5822.
3 Red Cross blood drive, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., June 18, at the center, 126 N. Meridian Road, Kalispell.
3 Columbia Falls Women's Connection luncheon, 11:30 a.m. June 18, North Valley Community Center, 235 Nucleus Ave., Columbia Falls. Mary Kay Sinclair of the Glacier Bear Belles will talk about area hiking opportunities. Speaker is Cathy Bourne. Cost $7.50 per person. Free child care by reservation. Call Candy at 387-4119, or Janet at 892-3621. Affiliated with Stonecroft Ministries.
3 Flathead Outdoor Club hikes to the waterfall at Columbia Mountain June 18. Meet at Columbia Heights rock shop at 5:30 p.m. to carpool to trailhead.
3 Healing taize service 7 p.m. June 18, Shining Mountains Church, 475 Eighth Ave. EN, Kalispell. Inspirational readings, prayer and singing. All welcome. Call 257-6539.
3 Olduvai Forum meets 7 p.m. June 18, Clementine's, 265 Bridge St., Bigfork. Video of David Orr's keynote address to Sopris Foundation in Missoula on "The Changing 'Climate' of U.S. Politics" will be shown. Coffee and tea provided. Donations appreciated. All welcome. Call Jeffrey Funk, 837-4208.
3 "Changing Your Cholesterol Numbers … with Food Choices" lecture, 7 p.m., June 18, The Summit, Kalispell. Fee $10. Call 751-4500 to pre-register.
3 Red Cross blood drive, noon to 5 p.m., June 19, Libby VFW.
3 Children's Story Hour at 1 p.m., June 19, Whitefish Library; 862-6657.
3 Red Cross blood drive, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., June 20, Northwest Montana Human Resources Main Street, Kalispell.
3 Kalispell Relay for Life June 20-21, Flathead High School Legends Field. Call Joni McKiernan, 261-0184, or Shana Baccari, 752-6287.
3 Community flea market 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 21, First United Methodist Church, 301 16th Ave. E., Polson. Vendor space available. Call Irene, 883-2063.
3 AARP Driver Safety Program for all drivers age 50 and older, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. June 21, The Summit, Kalispell. $10 course fee. Call 751-4500 to register.
3 Mountain of Savings Coupon Club class "Learn How to Save 40-90 Percent of Groceries," taught by Jennifer Turner, 10 a.m. to noon, June 21, Salvation Army Dining Room, 110 Bountiful Dr., near KRMC. Cost $10 includes door prizes, coupons, snacks. Call 253-1447.
3 AARP Driver Safety Program for all drivers age 50 and older, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. June 23-24, St. John's Hospital, Libby. Call 293-0100 to register.
3 Red Cross blood drive, 2-6 p.m., June 23, at the center, 126 N. Meridian Road, Kalispell.
3 Flathead Chronic Pain Support Group meets 5:30-7 p.m., June 23, at The Summit. Dr. Richard Wise, chronic pain and addiction medicine specialist will talk about new treatments. Learn how to cope with pain and improve your quality of life. Free. Call Dr. Alex Bokor, 250-5252.
3 Columbia Falls Heritage Days Committee meets 6:30 p.m. June 23, City Hall, 130 Sixth St. W. Call 892-0178 or 270-5968.
3 Red Cross blood drive, noon to 5 p.m., June 24, Our Lady of Mercy, Eureka.
3 Red Cross blood drive, noon to 4 p.m., June 25, Three Rivers Bank, Meridian Road, Kalispell.
3 Flathead Outdoor Club hikes to Beardance Trail on June 25. Meet at Little Brown Church, intersection of Montana 82 and 35 at 5:30 p.m. to carpool to trailhead.
3 Red Cross blood drive, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., June 26, in the blood mobile at National Flood.
3 Red Cross blood drive, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., June 27, in the blood mobile, First Interstate Bank, Hutton Ranch Plaza, Kalispell.
3 Big Arm Family Fun Day and Craft Show, June 28. Kids' carnival, burgers by Big Arm volunteer fire fighters. Call Alison, 849-6628.
3 Heart @ Work charity auction for Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Fund, June 28, Bigfork Bay Cotton Company, 8560 Montana 35, Bigfork. Silent auction 6:30 p.m.; live auction 7 p.m. Textile art, original paintings, photography, wine, gift baskets. Refreshments served. Call 837-2399.
3 Red Cross blood drive, 2-6 p.m., June 30, at the center, 126 N. Meridian Road, Kalispell.
3 American Quarter Horse Association-approved show July 3-6, Majestic Valley Arena, Kalispell.
July 3 - Whitefish Gallery Nights Art Walk 6-9 p.m. downtown. Fun, food and beverages.; 862-3501.
July 4 - Kalispell Fourth of July parade, followed by ice cream social at Conrad Mansion, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free.
July 4 - Celebration at Whitefish City Beach. Kids' activities at 1 p.m. Barbecue 5-7 p.m. Live music with Full Moon Prophets at 7:30 p.m. Fireworks as soon as it's dark. Shuttle from O'Shaughnessy Center to beach from 5:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. All events free; 863-2472.
3 Bigfork parade, noon July 4. Children's carnival follows. "Ducks for Buck" race the "Wild Mile."
3 Lakeside fireworks display at dusk, July 4.
3 Polson's Fourth of July Parade at noon. Fireworks at dusk, Polson Fairgrounds.
3 Polebridge parade, noon, July 4. Barbecue follows at Northern Lights Saloon. No fireworks.
3 Whitefish Arts Festival 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., July 4-6, Park Side Credit Union, 1 Central Ave. Art and crafts, food, entertainment. Free admission; 862-5875.
3 Rebecca Farm dressage show and cross country equestrian clinic, July 5-6. Springcreek Road, off West Reserve Drive, Kalispell. Free for spectators; 755-FARM.
3 Suicide Support Group, Surviving Our Loss after Suicide, (SOLAS) meets at 7 p.m. July, 7, The Summit, Kalispell. All those affected by suicide welcome. Call 871-1008.
3 Ray of Hope hosts a fundraiser community garage sale from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 11 and 12 at Woodland Storage across from Woodland Park in Kalispell.
3 Canyon View multi-school reunion is from noon to 5 p.m. July 12 at Bohemian Grange Hall in Whitefish. Bring a hot or cold potluck dish, your own plates, cups, silverware and drinks. Teachers and students who attended Canyon View, Valentine, Halfmoon, La Salle, Birch Grove, Deer Park, Lake Blaine, Bissell or Helena Flats schools through 1980 are encouraged to attend. Call 752-1199 or 756-3211.
3 Flathead Chronic Pain Support Group meets 5:30-7 p.m., July 14, at The Summit. Learn how to cope with pain and improve your quality of life. Free. Call Dr. Alex Bokor, 250-5252.
3 Columbia Falls Heritage Days Committee meets 6:30 p.m. July 14, City Hall, 130 Sixth St. W. Call 892-0178 or 270-5968.
3 Bigfork Relay for Life for American Cancer Society, July 18-19, Bigfork High School track. Call Lyn Mogolis, 837-6248 or 212-0286; or Debbie Ingram, 837-6280.
3 Flathead Rose Festival 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. July 19, RoGrown Farms, 2227 Whitefish Stage Road, Kalispell. Kids carnival and activities; rose contest and workshops, lunch and dinner barbecues. Free admission. All proceeds from activities go to Flathead Food Bank. Call 253-0478.
3 Flathead Chronic Pain Support Group meets 5:30-7 p.m., July 28, at The Summit. Learn how to cope with pain and improve your quality of life. Free. Call Dr. Alex Bokor, 250-5252.
3 Columbia Falls Heritage Days Committee meets 6:30 p.m. July 28, City Hall, 130 Sixth St. W. Call 892-0178 or 270-5968.
3 School District 5 Fall Enrollment for new students, grades K-8, Aug. 1, 233 First Ave. E., above Flathead County Library, Kalispell. Call Patty Fisher, enrollment clerk, 751-3430.
3 Suicide Support Group, Surviving Our Loss after Suicide, (SOLAS) meets at 7 p.m. Aug. 4, The Summit, Kalispell. All those affected by suicide welcome. Call 871-1008.
3 Swan Lake Huckleberry Festival, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aug. 9, Swan Lake Day Park near mile marker 72 on Montana 83. Food, arts and crafts fair, silent auction, huckleberry baked goods and kids games. Live music by Roy Wilhelm Band. Free; 837-5888.
3 Ninth annual MASH Bash, Aug. 22, North Valley Hospital. Dinner, dancing and live entertainment. Raffles. Tickets $65 each. Proceeds will be used to purchase equipment for the Birth Center. Call 863-3630.
3 Glacier Nordic Ski team annual "Glacier Nordic Run" fund raiser Aug. 23, on Danny On Trail, Big Mountain. Call Debbie Mallams, 862-2113.
3 Suicide Support Group, Surviving Our Loss after Suicide, (SOLAS) meets at 7 p.m. Sept. 1, The Summit, Kalispell. All those affected by suicide welcome. Call 871-1008.
3 Whitefish Friends and Family Run 9:30 a.m. Sept. 6, North Valley Hospital campus. 5K, 10K and half-mile events. Benefit for Child Development Center in Kalispell and Shepherd's Hand Clinic in Whitefish. Call 862-8250.
3 Suicide Support Group, Surviving Our Loss after Suicide, (SOLAS) meets at 7 p.m. Oct. 6, The Summit, Kalispell. All those affected by suicide welcome. Call 871-1008.
3 Suicide Support Group, Surviving Our Loss after Suicide, (SOLAS) meets at 7 p.m. Nov. 3, The Summit, Kalispell. All those affected by suicide welcome. Call 871-1008.
3 Suicide Support Group, Surviving Our Loss after Suicide, (SOLAS) meets at 7 p.m. Dec. 1, The Summit, Kalispell. All those affected by suicide welcome. Call 871-1008.