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Bikes!

By APRIL VOMFELL by Grant Petersen. This guy wants
ImagineIF Libraries
you to “ride like you did when you

It seems impossible to outgrow were a kid – just get on your bike and
the love of bikes. This month at the discover the pure joy of riding it.”
library we’re all about bikes.
DIYbikes.org. West
Riding, repair, DIY acces- Seattle bike enthusiasts of-
sories.and the brand-new fer practical advice so you
ImagineIF Bike, complete
can ride more often.
with Wi-Fi and free books.
“Triplets of Bel-
leville.”
There’s nothing quite Combine the Tour
like the feeling of wind in de France, gangsters and
your hair, bugs in your teeth, a musical trio, and you get
dust in your eyes. Riding a this fun whirlwind of ani-
bicycle down a gravel road. mation.
Falling of said bicycle and “Everyone Can Learn
skinning your knees.
to Ride a Bicycle” by
But let’s get back to the
Christopher Raschka. This

wind in your hair. Do you remem- sweet picture book is about a dad
ber when you learned to ride? As a teaching his daughter to ride a bike.
kid, it’s the irst independent, faster “Who Killed the Electric
way of propelling yourself away from Bike?” I just made that one up. Got-
parents, annoying siblings, chores cha. But if you’re a teen, you could
and homework. And as an adult, it’s actually win an electric bike from
so much quieter and more playful ImagineIF this summer. I’m already

than driving.
jealous.
So in celebration of all things ImagineIF Libraries encourage
bikes, here’s a selection of good stuf. exploration, fresh ideas and self-dis- Lori Goodroad
“Just Ride: A Radically Prac- covery. Learn more at www.imaginei-
tical Guide to Riding Your Bike”
libraries.org.
Flooring Sales

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ori Goodroad is a Kalispell native with Symes Hotel, Hot Springs
PRESCHOOL ART ADVENTURES, 11:30 AM
over 6 years of experience in the looring industry. Special Father’s Day barbecue and the stylish blues of Hockaday Museum of Art, Kalispell
John Kelley!
Using paper, paint, markers, crayons and glue, pre-school
Whether you are in the market for carpet, artists and their adult helpers share fun art projects that
JEFF CROSBY & THE REFUGEES, 8 PM
The Raven, Woods Bay
encourage creativity and develop basic art skills.
hardwood or tile she can help guide you thru the A double-header event with Jef Crosby and The Refu- Q: 755-5268 Ages 2 - 5
gees! The band will be rockin’ both Sunday and Monday WHITEFISH DOWNTOWN FARMERS MARKET,
process.
nights so come on down for some fun! Q: 837-2836
5 PM Depot Park, Whiteish
Whiteish Downtown Farmers Market where local farmers
MONDAY 6/16
and craftsmen showcase their products at the North end
of Central Avenue. Live music, prepared food, and the
With the extensive variety of products available season’s freshest products are featured. Q: 862-2043
today it is much easier and more afordable
SONTREASURE ISLAND VBS, 6 PM
North Valley Baptist Church, Columbia Falls FLATHEAD VALLEY CHESS ASSOCIATION, 5:30 PM
than ever to create your dream home. With the Ages 4 years old to 6th grade. Event runs from Monday, Eagle’s Nest Cafe , FVCC
June 16th to Thursday, June 19th. Q: 892-3141
Play every Tuesday. Any age and skill level is welcome.
guidance of Lori and her design background you LIVE IRISH MUSIC, 7 PM
Bring your own chess set if you have one. No fees.
Brannigans Irish Pub, Kalispell
Instruction can be arranged as well as exercises, puzzles,
are sure to ind the right loor to meet your needs.
Live Irish music and good eats every Monday. and matching players with similar skill levels for play.
Q: 393-2418
JOHN DUNNIGAN, 6 PM
SALSA DANCING LESSONS, 7 PM
Craggy Range Bar and Grill, Whiteish
Whether you are building a new home, working Kalispell Eagles
On the patio after the farmers market. Q: 862-7550
Every Monday night intermediate class and beginner TAMARACK TRIVIA, 7 PM
on a remodel or if it is just time for a change, class. Q: 626-367-1943
Tamarack Brewing Company, Lakeside
Tuesday is trivia night. Play as a team or individually,
stop in and see Lori for your next project.
WEST SIDE STORY, 8 PM
don’t miss the fun and great prizes. Q: 844-0244
Bigfork Summer Playhouse, Bigfork
A story of racial hatred and the tragedy that results YOU’RE A GOOD MAN CHARLIE BROWN, 8 PM Bigfork Summer Playhouse, Bigfork
MASTERPIECE from it. The protagonists are two rival gangs who live in Tells the story of an average day in the life of the famous
the same neighborhood. The plot is advanced through comic strip child hero. The audience is introduced to the
dramatic, energetic dances and beautiful music.
whole Peanuts gang: Sally, Schroeder, Linus, Lucy and
CARPET ONEQ: 837-4886
Snoopy. Songs include: My New Philosophy, Kite, Snoopy
FLOOR
TUESDAY 6/17
& Suppertime. Q: 837-4886

& HOME
BLUEPRINT, 9 PM
WILD MILE WALK, 10 AM
Crush Lounge, Whiteish
Meet in front of ShowThyme, Bigfork
Count Bass D & DJ Rare Groove. Q: 730-1030
Anne Morley and/or Neal Brown will lead a wildlower and
2541 US Highway 2 E • Kalispell bird watching stroll along the Old Swan River Road (Wild
Mile Corridor) in Bigfork. Q: 886-2242
If you want your events to make it in the
MARIMBA BEAT, 11 AM
paper please send them to me TWO weeks
(406) 752-0924 • www.carpetone.com
ImagineIF Kalispell Library
prior. E-mail events to events@lathead-
Enjoy the summary sounds of the Tropical Montana beacon.com. Check us out at
Marimba Ensemble as we kick of summer experience
2014. Q: 758-5820
www.latheadevents.net.