Thursday

The artwork of John Fery will be on display at the Hockaday Museum of Art from June 15 through Sept. 18, with an opening reception Thursday, June 17, from 5-7 p.m. Fery studied in Europe at Dusseldorf Academy in Germany. His first experience with America was bringing European nobility on hunting trips through the Northwest in 1892-1893 He painted the landscape of the American West during these trips. Fery made an important contribution in the creation of Glacier National Park through his work. He was commissioned by the Great Northern Railroad to paint the scenery along its route and in the Park to attract people to the area. John B. Fery will speak about his grandfather at 6 p.m. Admission is free for Hockaday members and $10 for adults.

Alpine Theatre Project will present “Barrymore” at the Whitefish Middle School auditorium on June 17-25 at 8 p.m. on Thursday through Saturday and 3 p.m. on Sunday. Hollywood’s original bad boy comes to life on stage in a play by William Luce and starring David Ackroyd. John Barrymore was considered the greatest actor of his generation in the 1920s after his famous portrayals in Shakespeare’s “Hamlet” and “Richard III.” But after moving to Hollywood to begin an active film career, Barrymore became more known for his off-screen antics and hard living than for his acting prowess. For tickets and information, call the ATP Box Office at 862-SHOW.

The Whitefish Chamber of Commerce’s Gone Fishin’ social will take place at Stumptown Art Studio on Thursday, June 17, from 5-7 p.m. as the studio celebrates its 15th year. Artwork by various students will be on display. For more information, visit online at www.stumptownartstudio.org or call 862-5929.

Friday

The Whitefish Convention and Visitors Bureau will hold their regular meeting at the Best Western Rocky Mountain Lodge on Friday, June 18, at 3 p.m. with presentations from Montana Office of Tourism marketing manager Katy Peterson and branding manager Pam Gosink. They will discuss the state’s recent ad campaigns to attract destination visitors to Whitefish. For more information, call 862 3390.

Glacier Country Pachyderm will meet at the Kalispell Red Lion from noon to 1 p.m. on Friday, June 18. The guest speaker will be Jeremy Ferkin, Centurylink general manager. For more information, call Tom McElwain 270-5764.

Saturday

Montana Raft Co. will host their 14th annual Rafting for Refuse Day on Saturday, June 19, to clean up trash at public river access points on the North and Middle Forks of the Flathead River. All equipment, guides and van support for rafting will be provided. Volunteers should bring work gloves and a water bottle. Meet at Montana Raft Co. on U.S. Highway 2 in West Glacier at 9:30 a.m. and return by 1-3 p.m. for volleyball and a complimentary barbecue. For more information, call 387-5555 or e-mail info@glacierguides.com.

The Mountain Mall will hold a free kids fishing derby at the Mountain Mall Pond on Saturday, June 19, from 9 a.m. to noon. The event is sponsored by Sportsman & Ski Haus, Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks and the Mountain Mall. Fishing gear will be available for those who don’t have any, and a Big Fish Contest will be held for kids 12-and-under.

A pet food drive for the AniMeals non-profit animal food bank will take place at Murdoch’s Ranch & Home Supply in Kalispell on Saturday, June 19, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dog, cat, puppy and kitten food and financial donations are appreciated. Donations will be distributed to needy organizations and individuals caring for animals, including animal shelters, rescue groups and food banks.

Snappy’s Sports Senter in Kalispell will present “Camping Day” on Saturday, June 19, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Fish, Wildlife and Parks specialist Dave Landstrom will speak, and Terry Lindley will describe Dutch oven cooking. Door prizes will be provided and lunch will be served at noon. For more information, call 257-7525.

Sunday

The 30th annual Bulldog Open 4-person scramble golf tournament will be played on Sunday, June 20, Father’s Day, at the Whitefish Lake Golf Course. This annual fundraiser supports the local junior golf program. This year, we will once again offer a new car from DePratu Ford — a VW Audi as a prize for a hole in one. A Harley Davidson motorcycle will also be awarded to the lucky winner of the putting contest sponsored by Hub International Insurance and PiggyBack BBQ. The $60 entry fee includes chances at flight prizes, special prizes on the course and as part of the evening drawings. The Bulldog Open also features a luncheon and an evening barbecue for all entrants, which is likewise part of the entry fee. Interested players should sign up soon, as this popular event fills somewhat early each year. Call 862-5960 or stop in the Golf Shop to register your team.

The Montana House and Glacier National Park Fund will host a talk by Dave Shea, a long-time backcountry ranger and wildlife and botanical technician with Glacier National Park, at the Montana House in Apgar Village on Sunday, June 20, from 2 to 4 p.m. Shea will sign copies of his book, “Chief Mountain, Home of the Thunderbird.” Shea spent 36 seasons in Glacier Park, 11 at the Belly River Ranger Station with his wife Genevieve, at times literally living in the shadow of Chief Mountain. For more information, call 862-6110 or visit online at www.glaciernationalparkfund.org.

Monday

Whitefish Assembly of God, 1549 Karrow Avenue, will offer a vacation Bible school on Monday through Friday, June 21-25, from 9 a.m. On Friday from 6-8 p.m., featuring Jungle Jive, with dogs invited for dinner, games, a carnival and prizes. For more information, call Whitefish Assembly of God at 862-4039 or visit online at www.whitefishaog.com. The church will also offer classes on “Freed-Up Financial Living” for tough economic times starting Wednesday, June 16, at 6:30 p.m. It is a six-week class each Wednesday through July 28.

Tuesday

Wednesday