ImagineIF Libraries

Providing educational and recreational materials, programs, and resources to promote literacy, inspire lifelong learning, and enrich the community.

All Libraries Closed December 2nd

All library locations will be closed on Monday, December 2nd due to staff training.

New Arrivals

Here are a few recent additions to our archive. Click a book cover to be taken to a summary page where you can check availability, read reviews, and more.

Upcoming Events

Shelf Discovery

Get the scoop on everything ImagineIF. Explore upcoming events and programs, discover your next great read with staff recommendations, and connect to your library community.

Dec 2, 2024

Calling all gamers! Our Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Tournament Returns! Teens in grades 6-12 are invited to battle it out to see who’s the ultimate at our Super Smash Bros. tournament! Enjoy snacks and crafts while cheering on your friends. *Must enroll by 2:00 p.m. day of to participate in the tournament. In the Community Room at the Bigfork Library (186 Bridge Street, Bigfork) on Saturday, December 14th, 2:15pm *This is an after-hours event. Doors open at 2:15 PM and will lock at 2:30 PM. Pick-up time is 5 PM sharp. **Chaperones are welcome but not required. Chaperones, must show…

Nov 29, 2024

Play Library Bingo and win merch! Pick up Bingo cards at any Flathead County Library location starting December 21st, or Download the cards here (DOWNLOAD LINK AVAILABLE DECEMBER 21ST). Get a Bingo to win library swag (that’s 5 squares straight across, up/down or diagonal). Get a blackout and win a VIP PRIZE while they last! All activities must be completed after you get a Bingo card. Present your completed card to library staff to claim your prize by March 20, 2025.

Nov 22, 2024

You're invited to a fun and informative tour of your public library! Get a behind the scenes look into how your tax dollars work to bring great library services to the Flathead Valley! Join us the second Wednesday of each month at 11am at your Kalispell Public Library. Tours are approximately 45 minutes long and space is limited to a group of about 10 people.

Page header reading "Storytime" with the ImagineIF Libraries logo, surrounded by cute cartoon animals.

Nov 19, 2024

The Youth Services team at ImagineIF Libraries plans and implements early literacy programs for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers in Kalispell, Bigfork, and Columbia Falls. Our goal in every Storytime is to connect with young children and their caregivers through books, songs, and interactive activities that foster early literacy and social emotional skills. Explore the Storytime Schedule Get your hard hats ready! It's time for a Storytime all about Tools and Construction. We built roads and cities, pounded with play hammers, and learned that even if your tower takes a tumble, you can always build something bigger and stronger! Books Read: Little…

Online Classes & Activities

Watch your favorite library staff in videos featuring stories, songs, art projects, and science you can do at home. Stream our latest online Early Literacy classes and STEAM activities right here by double clicking a thumbnail to load and play! Check out our YouTube Channel for more educational videos.

Our job is to provide free and open access to books and information. With hands-on activities and experiences for all ages, we work to transform vision, dreams and desires into reality.

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