Daybook

Today

3 Puppeteer Glenda Bonin presents a water safety program for children, “Squirrely Shirley Makes Waves!” 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. Flathead County Library, Kalispell. Call 758-5822.

3 Flathead Lake Biological Station open house, 1-5 p.m., Montana 35, 14 miles south of Bigfork. Guided nature walks, demonstrations boat trip on research vessel, Jessie B; meets staff and students. Call 982-3301.

3 Flathead County Solid Waste District board work session 4 p.m., follow by regular meeting at 5 p.m., landfill office.

3 Meadow Gold ice cream social, 6-8 p.m. Depot Park, Kalispell. Free. Everyone welcome. Call Kalispell Parks and Recreation, 758-7717.

3 Sons of Liberty Grassroots Freedom Ride American Flag Tour arrives in Kalispell, 6 p.m., at Depot Park. Spectators are asked to begin gathering at 5:30 p.m. to welcome them, or join the tour with your motorcycle or car. Bring flags. Call Linda Johnson, 756-5457.

3 Kalispell Women’s Connection buffet dinner, 6:30 p.m., 301 W. Wyoming St., Kalispell. Glacier Park Centennial coordinator Kass Hardy presents pictures of the park. Meryl Bishop is guest speaker. Cost is $8.50 singles; $16 couples. RSVP Rosainne, 257-8098 or Jan at 212-3763. Complimentary child care by reservation. Affiliated with Stonecroft International Inc.

3 Lakeside Community Council meets 7 p.m., Lakeside Sewer District office, 253 Bierney Creek Road. Open to public.

3 Living history program on Josephine Doody, the Bootleg Lady of Glacier Park, 8 p.m., Apgar Campground, 888-7939. Free; park entrance fee required.

Wednesday

3 The northbound lane of First Avenue West in Kalispell will be closed from 6:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. today from the Earl Bennett Building to Ninth Street West for water main work. Traffic will still be able to pass through but drivers are advised to take an alternate route.

3 Puppeteer Glenda Bonin presents a water safety program for children, “Squirrely Shirley Makes Waves!” 10:30 a.m. Glacier Discovery Square, Columbia Falls. Call 758-5822.

3 Columbia Falls Women’s Connection luncheon, 11:30 a.m., North Valley Community Center, 235 Nucleus Ave., Columbia Falls. Allison Door talks about scrapbooking. Speaker is Meryl Bishop. Cost $8 per person. Free child care by reservation. Call Candy at 387-4119, or Janet at 892-3621. Affiliated with Stonecroft Ministries.

3 Flathead City-County Board of Health meets 3-4:30 p.m., second floor conference room of the Earl Bennett Building, 1035 First Ave. W. Kalispell.

3 Tamarack Brewing Company, Lakeside, community tap night 6-9 p.m. A portion of all pints benefits Flathead Valley Barbershop Chorus.

3 Essential Stuff Project (ESP) free presentation, 7 p.m., Clementine’s 265 Bridge St., Bigfork. Veronica Honthaas gives a presentation on gathering, growing and using local herbs. Donations accepted. Call Edd Blackler, 837-5196; or Catherine Haug, 837-4577.

3 Free Falun Dafa Qigong class, 7 p.m., community room of Kalispell branch of Flathead County Library. A self-cultivation meditation with gentle, easy exercises. Call Katherine, 257-9798.

Thursday

3 Puppeteer Glenda Bonin presents a water safety program for children, “Squirrely Shirley Makes Waves!” 1 p.m. Whitefish Library. Call 758-5822.

3 Kalispell Senior Citizens potluck supper, 5:30 p.m., Kalispell Senior Center, 403 Second Ave. W. Bring a potluck dish or pay $3. All area seniors 55 and older welcome. Call 257-1598.

3 Community Kitchen in Evergreen hosts a free barbecue celebration, 6-7 p.m., Calvary Lutheran Church, 220 U.S. 2 E. Food, music. Call Kim Snell, 752-1472.

3 Free classes to study U.S. Constitution, 6:30 p.m. today and Aug. 5, 6442 U.S. 93, Whitefish, (old Denny’s building). Open to public. Call 862-9400.

Friday

3 Veronica’s Closet garage sale, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. today and July 31, 3590 U.S. 93 South (next to United Tool). Girls’ clothes, toys, books, household items. Benefit for Spinal Muscular Atrophy research and support.

3 Lake County Commissioners meet to discuss plans for 25-foot public access to Swan Lake, 2 p.m., Swan Lake Clubhouse,

3 WealthMasters class by Joe Coco, in conjunction with Whitefish Christian Academy, 7-9 p.m., Whitefish Church of the Nazarene, 1125 Seventh St. E. Free. Parents encouraged to bring their teens. Call Linda Coco, 862-9400.

3 Flathead High School Class of 1957 no-host cocktail party, 7 p.m., Scotties.

3 Flathead High School Class of 1959 no-host cocktail party, 7 p.m., Fatt Boys.

3 Flathead High School Class of 1953-1954-1956 no-host cocktail party, 7:30 p.m., Kalispell Elks Club.

Saturday

3 St. Peter Lutheran Church of Whitefish will sell berry pies for Habitat for Humanity, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Bigfork Farmers Market, Bigfork High School parking lot.

3 Veronica’s Closet garage sale, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., 3590 U.S. 93 South (next to United Tool). Girls’ clothes, toys, books, household items. Benefit for Spinal Muscular Atrophy research and support.

3 Seventh annual Yaak Wilderness Festival. Contact Yaak Valley Forest Council, 406-295-9736.

3 Flathead High School Class of 1958 no-host brunch, 10 a.m., Buffalo Hills Golf Club.

3 Flathead Valley Multi-Faith Coalition hosts a summer animal blessing, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Woodland Park, Eastside Pavilion. Live music. Bring a picnic lunch or concessions available. Call 863-2333.

3 Photographer and author Bret Bouda signs his books on Glacier Park, 2-5 p.m., Montana House, Apgar Village. Open to public.

Thought

“The sentimentalist ages far more quickly than the person who loves his work and enjoys new challenges.”  n Lillie Langtry, English actress (1853-1929).

3 Mountain Brook pie social and barbecue, 5-7:30 p.m., Mountain Brook Library, 2353 Foothill Road, 12 miles east of Kalispell. Live music by The Swan Jammers and live music. Call 755-1934. Proceeds benefit Homestead Foundation.

3 Flathead High School Nifty Fifties reunion, 5 p.m., Red Lion Ballroom.

3 Dave Hadden of Headwaters Montana speaks about the completion of Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park, 7:30 p.m., Montana House, Apgar Village, Glacier Park. Free. Public invited.

3 North Fork Preservation Association meets 7:30 p.m., Sondreson Community Hall, Whale Creek. Charles Jonkel, world-renowned bear expert, will speak on topics, “Bears I Have Known” and “Old-time North Forkers.” Program preceded by potluck, 5 p.m., and election of officer, 6 p.m. All invited. Call 888-5084.

Sunday

3 Foy’s to Herron Paddlethon triathlon race Aug. 1, Foy’s Lake. Race day registration 7:30 a.m.; race starts 9 a.m. Call Steve, 261-9250.

3 Local authors Beth Hodder and Patti Hirst sign their books 2-5 p.m., Montana House, Apgar Village, Glacier Park. Public welcome.

3 Blu’s Burger Benefit for Violence Free Crisis Line, 3-6 p.m., ShowThyme Restaurant, Bigfork. Music, silent and live auction. Tickets at Jug Tree, ShowThyme, Bigfork; Trails West Realty, Lakeside; Stone Chair, Violence Free Crisis Line office, Kalispell; Coffee Traders, Whitefish. Call Donna Larson, 261-0234; or 752-4735.

3 Bethlehem Lutheran Church celebration concert in honor of longtime member Emmett Myhres’ 100th birthday, 3 p.m., 603 Main St., Kalispell. Reception follows. Public invited.

3 Annual Concordia College Cobber corn feed, 6 p.m., home of Ken and Rhonda Kalvig, 41 Kintla Way, Kalispell. Reservations required by July 29; call the Kalvigs at 755-1352.

Monday

3 Suicide Support Group, Surviving Our Loss after Suicide, (SOLAS) meets at 7 p.m., The Summit, Kalispell. All those affected by suicide welcome. Call 871-1008.

A Look Ahead

3 AARP Driver Safety class, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Aug. 3, The Summit, Kalispell. $14 fee ($12 for AARP card-holding members.) Call 751-4500.

3 Public meeting to pursue plans  for a YMCA facility in Kalispell, 5 p.m. Aug. 3, Flathead County Library, Kalispell. Call Brandon Rannebarger, 270-7367.

3 Kalispell Public Schools district board meets at 5:30 p.m., Aug. 3, Kalispell Middle School Media Center.

3 Haskill Basin Watershed Council meets 6 p.m. Aug. 4, Whitefish Public Library. Open to public. Call Patti, 752-4220.

3 Kalispell Public Schools Curriculum Committee meets 4 p.m. Aug. 5, district administration building, 233 First Ave. E.

3 Free classes to study U.S. Constitution, 6:30 p.m. Aug. 5, 6442 U.S. 93, Whitefish, (old Denny’s building). Open to public. Call 862-9400.

3 Ray of Hope Redeeming Hope benefit, 6:30 p.m. Aug. 5, Central Bible Church, Kalispell. Desserts, fashion show, skit, games, prizes, music, silent auction. Tickets $15 at Ray of Hope, 46 Fifth Ave. W., Norm’s News,  Snappy’s, and all Montana Coffee Traders.

3 Ames Construction and Montana Department of Transportation representative discuss Kalispell Bypass progress and schedule between Airport Road and U.S. 2 West, 7 p.m. Aug. 5, Earl Bennett Building, 1034 First Ave. W., Kalispell. Public invited. Call Bernadette Britt, 257-2362.

3 Third annual Bear Fair, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Aug. 7, Hungry Bear Steak House, Montana 83, Swan Valley. Presentations and demonstrations on bear research, habitat conservation, management by area experts. Free bratwurst, beer, beverages, noon to 1:30 p.m. Games, activities for children. RSVP to 406-754-3137.

3 Congressman Denny Rehberg has a listening session, 1 p.m. Aug. 7, Libby City Hall, 952 E. Spruce St. Public welcome.

3 “Taste of Kalispell” 6-11 p.m. Aug. 7, on the lawn, Museum at Central School, Kalispell. Live music by Kenny James Miller Band. Food and beverages from area restaurants. Tickets $25 includes one drink ticket. Fundraiser for museum. Call Gretchen Apgar, 871-4556.

3 Benefit auction for 3-year-old John Hartle who has been diagnosed with stage 4 neuroblastoma, Aug. 8, Scotty’s Shooting Ranch, 225 N. Somers Stage Road. Live music by Stoner Creek Band and silent auction begin at 2 p.m. Dinner and live auction, 4 p.m. Raffles. 

3 Kalispell Public Schools Personnel Committee meets 4 p.m., Aug. 9, district administration building, 233 First Ave. E.

3 City of Kalispell Impact Fee Advisory Committee meets 7 p.m. Aug. 9, City Hall Chambers, 201 First Ave. E., Kalispell.

3 Kalispell Public Schools district board meets at 6 p.m., Aug. 10, Kalispell Middle School Media Center.

3 “Buzz Your Fuzz” fundraiser for Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center in memory of Michael John Eve, 3-8 p.m. Aug. 14, Sherwood Bar and Grille, 6475 U.S. 93 S., Whitefish. Call  406-727-1798, or 702-539-7953.

3 Whitefish Duck Derby Aug. 15, Riverside Park. Adopt a duck at Duck Derby Headquarters, 214 Second St. W., or call 863-1781. Proceeds go to Whitefish Community Foundation.

3 Evergreen School District board meets at noon, Aug. 16, administration building boardroom.

3 AARP Driver Safety class, 6. to 10 p.m. Aug. 16, North Valley Hospital, Whitefish. $14 fee ($12 for AARP card-holding members.) Call 863-3630.

3 AARP Driver Safety class, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Aug. 21, The Summit, Kalispell. $14 fee ($12 for AARP card-holding members.) Call 751-4500.

3 Kalispell Public Schools district board meets at 5:30 p.m., Aug. 24, Kalispell Middle School Media Center.

3 AARP Driver Safety class, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Aug. 26, Bigfork Area Senior Center. $14 fee ($12 for AARP card-holding members.) Call 837-4157.

3 AARP Driver Safety class, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Aug. 26, Polson Area Senior Center. $14 fee ($12 for AARP card-holding members.) Call 883-4735.

3 Think Local Summer’s Last Art Blast juried fine art and designer craft show, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Aug. 27-29, Courthouse Lawn, Kalispell. Food and music. Free admission. Call Cathi, 261-3874.

3 AARP Driver Safety class, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Aug. 30, St. John’s Lutheran Hospital, Libby. $14 fee ($12 for AARP card-holding members.) Call 293-0100.

3 Suicide Support Group, Surviving Our Loss after Suicide, (SOLAS) meets at 7 p.m. Sept. 13, The Summit, Kalispell. All those affected by suicide welcome. Call 871-1008.

3 Friends of the Library annual book sale, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.  Sept. 24; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sept. 25; 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 26, Kalispell Center Mall. All proceeds benefit Flathead County Library.

3 Memory Walk for Alzheimer’s Association, Sept. 26, The Springs at Whitefish, 1001 River Lakes Pkwy.  Quarter-mile or three-mile walk; or 5K run. Live music, food, raffle. Call Desiree Brewer, 862-6322.

3 Stumptown Art Studio’s third annual Oktoberfish, 6 p.m. Sept.  25, Whitefish.

3 Suicide Support Group, Surviving Our Loss after Suicide, (SOLAS) meets at 7 p.m. Oct. 4, 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. 1, 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. 6, The Summit, Kalispell. All those affected by suicide welcome. Call 871-1008.