Annie Oakley at the Whitefish Community Library

Annie Oakley is coming to our area to share a fascinating part of American history, including not only the most famous woman sharpshooter but also historic figures who crossed her path, including Buffalo Bill Cody, Chief Sitting Bull and famous newspaper publisher William Randolph Hearst.

The public is invited to the half-hour performance at Whitefish Community Library on Tuesday, July 12 at 6:30 p.m.

Annie Oakley is the subject of a living presentation by author Cheryl Heser of Forsyth. After teaching English, Spanish, Journalism and Library at Rosebud, Heser was the Director of Rosebud County Library in Forsyth for 17 years. She won a Media Award from the Montana Library Association for a radio program called Library Connections and was the 1914 Librarian of the Year.

For three years in the mid-2000s, Cheryl performed living history throughout the state of Montana as Dolley Madison and now has been sharing Annie Oakley with school and community groups.

After thorough research, Cheryl enacts a presentation for students in schools and summer reading programs as well as adults with an interest in authentic American history. All ages from 10 on up across Montana have been responding to this program, which includes Annie Oakley’s inspiring views on strong women and the development of skills and expertise.

From July 12-14, Annie Oakley will be appearing in Condon, Whitefish, Polson and Philipsburg. The performance is always free and questions are welcome following the program.