Today
• Kalispell Public Schools Policy and Public Relations Committee meets, 7 a.m. district administration building, 233 First Ave. E.
• Red Cross blood drive, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Glacier Bank, Main Street, Kalispell.
• Caring for the Caregiver monthly meeting, brown bag lunch, noon-1 p.m., Agape Home Care, 40 Appleway Drive, Kalispell. Call Julie or Inga at 755-4633 for further information.
• Lakeside County Water and Sewer district board meets 2 p.m., district meeting room, 253 Bierney Creek Road, Lakeside.
• Helena Flats School interest-based bargaining meeting, 5:30 p.m., school library.
• Carol Buchanan, author of "God's Thunderbolt: The Vigilantes of Montana" and winner of the 2009 Spur Award for Best New Novel, will appear in Whitefish Library's "Meet the Author Booth," 5:30-7 p.m., Farmers Market, Depot Park.
• Somers School board meets at 6 p.m., Somers Middle School.
• Red River Valley Fighter Pilots Association local chapter invites public to welcome reception for four wounded veterans from Brooks Army Medical Center in Texas, 6:30 p.m., Elks Lodge, Kalispell.
• Flathead Democratic Party Central Committee meets 7 p.m., KM Theater, 40 Second St. E., Kalispell. Call 862-2008.
• North Lake County Planning and Zoning Committee progress report, 7 p.m. today, Bethany Lutheran Church, Bigfork; and 7 p.m. Wednesday, BruMar Conference Center, Ferndale. Public welcome. Call Leslie, 837-6094.
• West Valley Fire District trustees special meeting, 7:30 p.m., at the West Valley Fire Station on Farm to Market Road.
Wednesday
• Red Cross blood drive, 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Glacier National Park.
• Nature Conservancy and American Wildlands sponsor a half-day hike in northern Swan Valley to Glacier Lake and to look at Plum Creek lands to be acquired by Forest Service. Meet at 10 a.m. at junction of Montana 83 and Kraft Creek Road, near mile marker 36-37. Return by 2 p.m. Call Kim Davitt, 406-728-2087.
• North Lake County Planning and Zoning Committee progress report continues, 7 p.m., BruMar Conference Center, Ferndale. Public welcome. Call Leslie, 837-6094.
• Essential Stuff Project (ESP) free presentation, 7 p.m., Clementine's 265 Bridge St., Bigfork. Fran Wade talks about food dehydrating and preserving food. Donations accepted. Call Edd Blackler, 837-5196; or Catherine Haug, 837-4577.
Thursday
• The Event at Rebecca Farm today through July 26, equestrian triathlon, Springcreek Road, Kalispell. Events begin between 8-9 a.m. until 5 p.m. daily. Take West Reserve Drive west from U.S. 93; turn south on Spring Creek Road. Free to spectators.
• Hidden Lake Colony Hutterites will be selling their fresh chickens in the K-mart and Walgreen's parking lots, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Portion of proceeds will go toward turkeys for the Flathead Food Bank. For pre-orders, call 752-3663.
• Red Cross blood drive, 11 a.m. 2 p.m., Glacier Subaru.
• Flathead County Library board meets at 3 p.m. at the Flathead County Library meeting room, Kalispell. Call Kim Crowley, 758-5826.
• American Association of University Woman meeting and potluck, 5:30 p.m., Village Greens Community Center. Guest speaker is author and workshop leader Ina Albert. Call Jo Mahoney, 755-3588.
• Freedom Action Rally potluck, 6 p.m. Lawrence Park, Kalispell. Dan Cox of Hamilton talks about protecting your property rights. Bring a lawn chair. Hot-dogs and beverages available. All welcome. Call 755-3141.
• Whitefish High School Building Project Committee meets 7 p.m. district boardroom.
Thought
"Happiness is good health and a bad memory."
n Ingrid Bergman, Swedish-born actress (1915-1982).
Friday
• Community bazaar to benefit Habitat for Humanity, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., Century 21 Home and Investment Center, 264 Main St., Kalispell. Bake goods, re-Store inventory. Call 755-2100 to make a donation, or take to Century 21.
• 41st annual Arts in the Park, today through Sunday Depot Park, Kalispell. More than 100 fine art and crafts booths, entertainment and food. Hours 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., today and July 25; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; July 26. Admission $3 daily or $5 weekend pass ($4 in advance) which includes museum admission, free under 6; 755-5268.
• Heritage Days, today through Sunday, Columbia Falls. Today - Wildcat Endowment Auction and Barbecue, 5 p.m., NRA Rodeo 7 p.m., Blue Moon Arena; Saturday - Boogie to the Bank 5K and 10K race, 7 a.m. late registration, race 8:30 a.m., three-on-three basketball, 8 a.m. check-in, game time 8:30 a.m., craft fair 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., kiddie parade 11 a.m., parade noon, family dance 7-10 p.m. Marantette Park , NRA Rodeo 7 p.m., Blue Moon Arena; Sunday - Wildcat Golf Scramble, 8 a.m. West Glacier Golf Course; outdoor church service 9:30 a.m., Marantette Park; 892-1233 or 892-0178.
• Red Cross blood drive, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the center, 126 N. Meridian Road, Kalispell.
Saturday
• Flathead Audubon hike to Piegan Pass, Glacier Park. Meet at 6 a.m. at Apgar Visitor Center. Bring binoculars, lunch, hiking gear. Park pass or entrance fee required. Space limited. Everyone welcome. Call Steve Gniadek at 892-7406 to sign up.
• 41st annual Arts in the Park, today and Sunday, Depot Park, Kalispell. More than 100 fine art and crafts booths, entertainment and food. Hours 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. today; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. Admission $3 daily or $5 weekend pass ($4 in advance) which includes museum admission, free under 6; 755-5268.
• Heritage Days continue today and Sunday, Columbia Falls. Today - Boogie to the Bank 5K and 10K race, 7 a.m. late registration, race 8:30 a.m., three-on-three basketball, 8 a.m. check-in, game time 8:30 a.m., craft fair 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., kiddie parade 11 a.m., parade noon, family dance 7-10 p.m. Marantette Park, NRA Rodeo 7 p.m., Blue Moon Arena; Sunday - Wildcat Golf Scramble, 8 a.m. West Glacier Golf Course; outdoor church service 9:30 a.m., Marantette Park; 892-1233 or 892-0178.
• Glacier Rally in the Rockies, today, Kalispell. Open to cars and pick ups 1974 and older and all motorcycles. Parade down Main Street 10 a.m.; show to follow on First Avenue West. Proceeds benefit Flathead CARE. Call 261-3804.
• North Valley Senior Center Heritage Days celebration, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 205 Nucleus Ave., Columbia Falls. Estate jewelry sale; soup, sandwiches and pie, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.; line dancers perform 11 a.m. to noon.
• Yaak Wilderness Festival, Roosevelt Park. Gates open 3 p.m. Food and craft vendors, kids' activities. Live music by Alan Lane Bank and Sol Jibe. Camping available. Adults, $10, children 12 and under free. Benefit for Yaak Valley Forest Council. Call 406-295-9736.
• Lone Pine State Park Star Gazers 101 Workshop, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Cost $5. Children 12 and under, free. Call Mary Beth Chappelow, 752-2706.
Sunday
• South Flathead Sailing Association hosts annual Wildhorse Island Race, Dayton Yacht Harbor. Registration, 7-9 a.m.; skippers meeting, 9 a.m.; race starts at Dayton dock, 10 a.m.
• Rollins Volunteer Fire Department buffalo and turkey barbecue, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Rollins Schoolhouse. Advance tickets $12 for adults ($14 at the door), $6 for children under 12 ($7 at the door); children 5 and under free.
Monday
• Kalispell Public Schools Personnel Committee meets at 7a.m., district administration building.
• AARP Driver Safety class, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., North Valley Hospital Whitefish. $14 fee ($12 for AARP card-holding members.) Call 863-3630.
• AARP Driver Safety class, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., St. John's Lutheran Hospital, Libby. $14 fee ($12 for AARP card-holding members.) Call 293-0100.
• Red Cross blood drive, 2-6 p.m., at the center, 126 N. Meridian Road, Kalispell.
• Flathead Conservation District monthly business meeting, 6 p.m., USDA conference room, 133 Interstate Lane, Kalispell. Call 752-4220 for further information.
• Bibler Garden summer tours kick off reception, 6-8 p.m. Hors d'oeuvres, guided tour with FVCC art instructor John Rawlings. Tickets $50 or $90 per couple. Call 756-3963.
• Sheryl Eaglewoman gives part two of two-part presentation on natural health, "Homeopathy 101," 6 p.m., downstairs meeting room, Flathead County Library, Kalispell. Free. Open to public. Call Siara 257-3299.
A Look Ahead
• Bigfork Edward Jones representative Beth Morgenstern offers a free educational seminar, "Smart Choices in Retirement," 11 a.m. July 28 at the office, 104 Jewel Basin Court, Bigfork. Lunch served. Call 837-1013 by July 24 to reserve a seat.
• "Brown Bag" lunch seminar by Lucas Moyer-Horner on "Status of the American Pika in Glacier Park," noon to 1 p.m., July 28, West Glacier Community Building. Free. Public welcome.
• Red Cross blood drive, noon to 5 p.m., July 28, Immaculate Conception Church, Polson.
• Bibler Garden summer tours July 28-31, 5:30 and 7 p.m. Tickets $10 adults, $3, children; advance purchase required. Call 756-3963.
• Montana West Economic Development business seminar, "Social Networking on the Net: Why and How," noon to 1 p.m. July 28, Arts and Technology Building, FVCC. Free. Public welcome. RSVP to Kim Morisaki, 257-7711.
• Lakeside Community Council meets 7 p.m. July 28, Lakeside Sewer District building, Bierney Creek Road. Open to public
• Red Cross blood drive, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., July 29, FVCC Arts and Technology Building. Appointments required; space limited. Call Sharon Randolph, 756-3981.
• Red Cross blood drive, 3-6 p.m., July 30, Stillwater Free Lutheran Church.
• Carroll College alumni and friends Flathead area summer reunion, 6-8 p.m. July 30. Bring a salad or side dish; hamburgers and hot-dogs provided. RSVP with Kathy in alumni office, 406-447-5185.
• Red Cross blood drive, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., July 31, at the center, 126 N. Meridian Road, Kalispell.
• Evergreen Shown and Shine, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aug. 1, Shopko parking lot. Open to all classes of cars. Call Dan Demars, 837-4814.
• Bear Fair 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Aug. 1, Hungry Bear Steak House backyard, Condon. Demonstrations, presentations on bear protection. Free bratwurst, beer and beverages available form noon to 2 p.m. Bake sale, raffle, games and activities for children. RSVP to 406-754-3137.
• All-Mosta Ranch hosts Critters Community Outreach, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aug. 1-2, old Eisinger Motors, corner of Meridian and U.S. 2 West, Kalispell. Visit the animals. Call 270-7513.
• Battle of the Bands fundraiser for medical expenses for Dusty Davis and his mother Missy Oliver, Aug. 1, Silver Bullet Bar, 1700 Montana 206, Columbia Falls. Food, live music, contests and prizes. Gates open at 2 p.m. Music starts 6 p.m. Cover charge, $5. IDs required.
• Flathead High School Class of 1989 20-year reunion. Evening social 6 p.m. July 31, Red Lion Hotel, Kalispell. Spouses welcome. On Aug. 1, tour of Flathead High School, 10 a.m., Big Sky Waterslides, noon. Dinner 6 p.m., Majestic Valley Arena. Live music. Call Todd Glazier, 756-2004.
31st annual Bigfork Festival of the Arts, Aug. 1-2, Electric Avenue, Bigfork. Artisans, food vendors, musicians. Hours 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days. Free admission; 881-4636 (voice mail).
• Foy's to Herron Paddlethon Aug. 2. Kayak, bike and run for Foy's to Blacktail Trails Project. Race day registration 7:30 a.m.; race begins 9 a.m. Call Steve, 261-9250.
• Suicide Support Group, Surviving Our Loss after Suicide, (SOLAS) meets at 7 p.m. Aug. 3, The Summit, Kalispell. All those affected by suicide welcome. Call 871-1008.
• AARP Driver Safety class, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Aug. 4, The Summit, Kalispell. $14 fee ($12 for AARP card-holding members.) Call 751-4500.
• "Brown Bag" lunch seminar on "Listening to Sounds of Glacier: Monitoring Natural Sounds in National Parks' noon to 1 p.m., Aug. 4, West Glacier Community Building. Free. Public welcome.
• AARP Driver Safety Program presents a free 90-minute program, "We Need to Talk - Family Conversations with Older Drivers," 7 p.m. Aug. 4, The Summit, Kalispell. Call 751-4500 to reserve a seat.
• 28th annual Swan Lake Huckleberry Festival, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aug. 8, Swan Lake Day Park, Montana 83 at mile marker 72. Arts and crafts fair, food, baking contest and sale, silent auction. Live music by Roy Wilhelm Band. Free admission. Call 406-886-2003.
Third annual Heart@Work auction, 6:30 p.m. Aug. 9, Clementine's, 265 Bridge St., Bigfork. Life and silent auctions; world artisan handmade items. Optional private wine tasting, 5 p.m.; tickets $20.
• Free community reiki share, 6-8 p.m. Aug. 11, Whitefish BodyTalk Center, 211 Central Ave. Call 862-2608.
• Flathead Local Advisory Council on Mental Health meets Aug. 12, The Summit, Kalispell. Social time 12:30-1 p.m. Author David Juroe will speak about and sign copies of his book, "Lovers of Ourselves," about narcissism at 1-2:30 p.m. Open to public. Call Boyd Roth, 471-4483.
• Senior Tour & Tea, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aug. 13, Hockaday Museum of Art, Kalispell. Free admission for senior citizens. Docent-guided gallery tour at 10:30 a.m. Light refreshments. Call 755-5268.
• Evergreen School District board meets at noon, Aug. 14, administration building boardroom.
• Ninepipes Museum of Early Montana summer fundraiser concert featuring Out of the Blue with Tim Ryan and Mission Mountain Wood Band members, 7-9 p.m. Aug. 14, U.S. 93, Charlo. Barbecue and entertainment, 5:30-7 p.m. Tickets $15 or $25 per couple; children under 12, free. Call 406-644-3435.
• "Brown Bag" lunch seminar on "Astronauts and Aliens," noon to 1 p.m., Aug. 18, West Glacier Community Building. Free. Public welcome.
• AARP Driver Safety class, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Aug. 20, Bigfork Area Senior Center. $14 fee ($12 for AARP card-holding members.) Call 837-4157.
• Whitefish Duck Derby fundraiser for Whitefish Community Foundation, Aug. 22. Call 863-1781.
• AARP Driver Safety class, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Aug. 24, St. John's Lutheran Hospital, Libby. $14 fee ($12 for AARP card-holding members.) Call 293-0100.
• Montana West Economic Development business seminar, "Measuring Success: Is it Working?" noon to 1 p.m. Aug. 25, Arts and Technology Building, FVCC. Free. Public welcome. RSVP to Kim Morisaki, 257-7711.
• AARP Driver Safety class, 9-11 a.m.. and 1-3 p.m. Aug. 27, Polson Area Senior Center. $14 fee ($12 for AARP card-holding members.) Call 883-4735.
• Flathead Suicide Prevention Coalition meets noon to 1 p.m., Aug. 27, Flathead City-County Health Department conference room, 1035 First Ave. W., Kalispell. Call Joan Schmidt, 871-1008.
• 10th annual MASH Bash, Aug. 28, North Valley Hospital, Whitefish. Special guest Jaime Farr, "Klinger" from MASH TV series. Korean-style dinner, dancing to Don Lawrence Orchestra and Friends, silent auction. Tickets $75 each. Call 863-3630.
• 21st annual Bigfork Ducks Unlimited banquet, 6 p.m. Sept. 3, BruMar Estate, Bigfork. Social hour at 5 p.m. Life auction, raffles. Cost $50 single; $75 couple. Call John Robinson, 249-4146; or Mark Mandrs, 837-3242.
• Bigfork Rumble in the Bay Car Show, Sept. 5-6, Electric Avenue. Poker run around Flathead Lake, Sept. 5; Car show 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 6. Registration 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Live music. Call Jill or Brian, 837-5669; or JoAnn, 837-1604 or 871-1619.
• Suicide Support Group, Surviving Our Loss after Suicide, (SOLAS) meets at 7 p.m. Sept. 14, The Summit, Kalispell. All those affected by suicide welcome. Call 871-1008.
• Foys Fest, Sept. 12, in celebration of National Pubic Lands Day. Barbecue, outdoor concert, guided tours.
• Montana West Economic Development business seminar, "Software and Gadgets for a More Efficient Office" noon to 1 p.m. Sept. 22, Arts and Technology Building, FVCC. Free. Public welcome. RSVP to Kim Morisaki, 257-7711.
• Flathead Suicide Prevention Coalition meets noon to 1 p.m., Sept. 24, Flathead City-County Health Department conference room, 1035 First Ave. W., Kalispell. Call Joan Schmidt, 871-1008.
• Suicide Support Group, Surviving Our Loss after Suicide, (SOLAS) meets at 7 p.m. Oct. 5, The Summit, Kalispell. All those affected by suicide welcome. Call 871-1008.
• Flathead Suicide Prevention Coalition meets noon to 1 p.m., Oct. 22, Flathead City-County Health Department conference room, 1035 First Ave. W., Kalispell. Call Joan Schmidt, 871-1008.
• Montana West Economic Development business seminar, "What is the Future of the Web," noon to 1 p.m. Oct. 27, Arts and Technology Building, FVCC. Free. Public welcome. RSVP to Kim Morisaki, 257-7711.
• Suicide Support Group, Surviving Our Loss after Suicide, (SOLAS) meets at 7 p.m. Nov. 2, The Summit, Kalispell. All those affected by suicide welcome. Call 871-1008.
• Flathead Suicide Prevention Coalition meets noon to 1 p.m., Nov. 19, Flathead City-County Health Department conference room, 1035 First Ave. W., Kalispell. Call Joan Schmidt, 871-1008.
• Suicide Support Group, Surviving Our Loss after Suicide, (SOLAS) meets at 7 p.m. Dec. 7, The Summit, Kalispell. All those affected by suicide welcome. Call 871-1008.
• Flathead Suicide Prevention Coalition meets noon to 1 p.m., Dec. 17, Flathead City-County Health Department conference room, 1035 First Ave. W., Kalispell. Call Joan Schmidt, 871-1008.