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

Dec 27, 2023

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 Beep Beep! Hop on board and come along to our storytime all about TRUCKS and other Things That Go! Books Read: Bing! Bang! Chugga! Beep! by Bill Martin Jr. and Michael Sampson ISBN: 9781612545998 We have so much fun singing along to this story.…

Dec 23, 2023

Are There Different Types of Library Cards at ImagineIF? ImagineIF Libraries keeps it simple. Everyone gets their own, unique library card. (You get a card, and you get a card, and you... You get it.) The keeper of the library card number has all the power. So be careful who you share your number with! Read on to find out what type of card you can get, and what you need to get it. Types of ImagineIF Library Cards There are only two types of library cards available at ImagineIF Limited-use cards are for folks with photo ID but no…

Dec 1, 2023

The Montana Shared Catalog (MSC) app was discontinued on November 30th, 2023 without notice. The MSC app allowed library patrons to access their library account from a mobile device and to digitally browse the library’s collections, place a hold on items, and renew items previously checked out. The Montana State Library’s recommendation is that patrons uninstall the app due to lack of functionality and in some cases, it is displaying out of date information about patron accounts. Patrons can still use the online catalog to place holds and check their account status. The Libby app is also available for download…

Nov 29, 2023

Bring new life to your old clothes! Join ImagineIF and Justin Barry from Functional Design, a local upcycling company, to practice reclaiming, mending and repurposing your old clothes and gear. Drop by, hang out, and learn how to save money and get more life out of your items. Practice new skills or share your upcycling knowledge with the group. Bring a piece of clothing or gear you would like to transform or repurpose. All levels welcome. This is a FREE event. Bring an old sweatshirt to upcycle into a tote bag! All levels welcome. December 16th, 10am-1pm in the meeting…

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