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SUNDAY, Sept. 4
NEW ACTIVITIES
Funky Junk Antique & Craft Festival: treasures galore, vintage finds and handmade art; all day, Bonner County Fairgrounds, 4203 N. Boyer Road. Info.: bit.ly/3Rl6QOQ
Priest Lake Dry Rot Boat Show: 8:30-11:30 a.m., Elkins Resort, 404 Elkins Road, Nordman; boat show, boat parade and more. Info.: bit.ly/3TjV357
Schweitzer Fall Fest 2022: 11 a.m.-5 p.m., chairlift open; 12-7 p.m., beer tent open; 12-7 p.m., live music. Info.: Schweitzer.com
Walk For Hope: seventh annual walk to highlight suicide prevention and awareness; 5 p.m., meet at Dog Beach. Info.: WalkForHopeSandpoint.org
ACTIVITIES
Sandpoint Gun Club: trapshooting (open to public); limited free instruction available. 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Sandpoint Gun Club, Gun Club Road, about two miles west of May’s Honda in Sagle. Info.: 208-290-2990
Cookies, Coffee and Jesus: Informal Bible study, searching Scripture, answering questions, discovering truth; 9:30-10:30 a.m., Faith Evangelical Free Church, 2624 N. Boyer.
Sunday worship service: 10 a.m., Gardenia Center.
Sunday brewery brunch: 10 a.m., Matchwood Brewing, 513 Oak St. Info.: matchwoodbrewing.com
Weekly Service and discussion: 10-11:30 a.m., 100A Church Street.
MEETINGS
Alcoholics Anonymous: 8:45 a.m., Dry River Rats (O), St. Catherine Catholic Church, 393 Summit Boulevard, Priest River; 10:30 a.m., Sunday Morning Group (O, W), children welcome; Sandpoint Senior Center, 820 W. Main; Close Encounters (O), 7 p.m., Hospitality House, 216 S. Washington, Newport; 7 p.m., Living Sober (C), Gardenia Center, Fourth and Church; Big Book Study (O, CW, W), 7:30 p.m., Extension Office (behind the courthouse), Bonners Ferry. For additional information about Alcoholics Anonymous and to get a list of online AA meetings, please go to district14-aa.org. You can also call our District 14 AA Helpline at 1-800-326-2164.
New Start weight loss group: 1 p.m., Sandpoint Teen Center, corner of Division and Pine.
Narcotics Anonymous: 6 p.m., Tamarack Treatment, 710 Superior St., Suite D (upstairs).
MONDAY, Sept. 5
NEW ACTIVITIES
Schweitzer Fall Fest 2022: 11 a.m.-5 p.m., chairlift open; 12-5 p.m., beer tent open; 12-5 p.m., live music. Info.: Schweitzer.com
ACTIVITIES
Monday Sewing Group: 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Bonner County Extension Office, 4205 N. Boyer.
Sandpoint Senior Center lunch: 11:30 a.m., includes salad bar; Sandpoint Senior Center, 820 Main St. Suggested donation of $5 for folks 60-plus, $8 for those under 60. Menus online at sandpointareaseniors.org. For first-time visit, call 208-263-6860 to reserve a space.
Sandpoint Teen Center: 2:30-5 p.m., Sandpoint Church of God, 221 S. Division Ave.; and Huckleberry Lanes, 120 S. Division Ave.
Community meal: Free hot meal, 4-6 p.m., Sandpoint Assembly of God Church, 423 N. Lincoln St., Sandpoint.
Community soup kitchen: 4-7 p.m., Hoot Owl Cafe. All welcome, no charge.
Fitness class: 5:30 p.m., Hope Community Center. Info.: Mike Ehredt, 208-360-9647 or
dr*******@ya***.com
Sandpoint Jr. Rifle Club: 6 p.m., Leo Hadley Range, 1114 Lake St. Open to anyone 11 years old and above. Instructors teach Olympic-style shooting with .22 rifles and three positions (prone, kneeling, standing). Gear provided; you supply ammunition.
Silent meditation: 1/2 hour, 7-7:30 p.m., Gardenia Center.
Blues jam: Open mic, 8 p.m., Eichardt’s Pub, 212 Cedar.
MEETINGS
Alcoholics Anonymous: 7 a.m., Attitude Adjustment (O, CW), Gardena Center, Fourth and Church; noon, Afternooner Big Book Study (O), Gardenia Center, Fourth and Church; 5:30 p.m., Men’s Meeting (C), Gardenia Center, Fourth and Church; Back to Basics (O, W, CW), 6 p.m., Masonic Lodge, 600 W. Fourth St., Newport; Lots of Hope (C), Memorial Community Center, Highway 200, Hope; Troy Group (O, W), 7 p.m. (Mountain time zone), Holy Trinity, 218 E. Missoula Ave., Troy, Mont.
TOPS ID 0208: weigh-in 9-9:25 a.m., 9:30-10:30 meeting; Gardenia Center, 400 Church St. TOPS’ mission is to support people as they take and keep off pounds sensibly. Info.:208-263-2528
Kiwanis Club: luncheon meeting, 12-1 p.m., Tango Cafe, 414 Church St. Info.: Dick Vail, 208-255-6642
Life Choices Pregnancy Center: noon to 4 p.m., 502 N. Second Ave., main floor. Free pregnancy testing, obstetrical ultrasounds, option coaching and baby needs. Also, free parenting and Life Skills classes. Free and confidential. Information: 208-263-7621
Sexaholics Anonymous: A 12-step program of recovery, noon meeting. Info: toll-free (866) 291-0914 or email
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Al-Anon: Happy Solutions group is open to anyone concerned about or affected by someone else’s drinking. In-person meeting, 6 p.m., First Presbyterian Church, 417 N. Fourth Ave., Sandpoint. (Enter using door on Alder Street). Info.: Sharon, 208-263-2610
Stepping Into Freedom: A Christ-centered 12-step program, open session, Sandpoint Assembly of God Church, 6 p.m.
Overeaters Anonymous: 6:30 p.m., Boundary Community Hospital, 6640 Kaniksu St., Bonners Ferry; Fry Education Center, 6671 Kaniksu St. (across from the helipad). All who desire to stop eating compulsively are welcome. No dues, fees, weigh-ins or diets. Info.: 208-290-8172
Survivors of Suicide Support Group: 7-8 p.m., 608 S. Division Ave. Info.:208-265-5049
Narcotics Anonymous: 6 p.m., Sandpoint Church of God, 221 S. Division.
MONTHLY MEETINGS
Seniors Day: 9 a.m.-noon, Bonner Mall. Walk the mall, listen to speakers, play games. Sponsored by Bonner Mall and Life Care Center.
Diabetes Support Group: 10 a.m., Health Services Building, 423 N. Third Ave., Suite 101. Info: 208-265-6279
Sandpoint Soccer Association: Monthly board meeting, 5:30 p.m., Kootenai Church.
Cancer Support: 5:30-7 p.m., Sandpoint Bonner Library meeting room. Information, 208-263-8985.
Ponderay City Council: 6 p.m., 288 Fourth St., Ponderay City Hall..
Lakeside Masonic Lodge: No. 42 AF and AM. Stated meeting, 7 p.m., dinner at 6:30 p.m. Sojourners welcome. Masonic Hall, 319 N. Second Ave., Sandpoint.
Safe Homes: meeting, 7 p.m., Sandpoint Middle School. Goal: Make homes and schools safer for families, children.
TUESDAY, Sept. 6
NEW ACTIVITIES
POP Tuesday mountain bike ride: 5:30 p.m., Schweitzer Mountain. All levels of riders are welcome. Info: pendoreillepedalers.com
ACTIVITIES
KFRY Morning Show: 8-9 a.m., with Phil and Julie, 88.5 FM.
Yoga: 8:30 a.m., Hope Community Center. Info.: Maria Alberg, 208-263-2084
DayBreak Center: adult respite care, 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., DayBreak Center, 820 Main St. Info.: 208-265-8127
Research day: Bonner County Historical Museum. Local history exhibits and research archive, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. each day or by appointment. Info: 208-263-2344.
Leo Hadley Indoor Range: 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 114 W. Lake St.; through April 12. Instruction available, .22 rimfire, rifle or pistol. Rangemasters Cliff Lanning, 265-4871; or Bill Moody, 208-290-6846.
Sandpoint Senior Center lunch: 11:30 a.m., includes salad bar; Sandpoint Senior Center, 820 Main St. Suggested donation of $5 for folks 60-plus, $8 for those under 60. Menus online at sandpointareaseniors.org. For first-time visit, call 208-263-6860 to reserve a space.
Pinochle: Clark Fork-Hope Area Senior Center, 1 p.m. Info: 266-1667.
Sandpoint Teen Center: 2:30-5 p.m., Sandpoint Church of God, 221 S. Division Ave.; and Huckleberry Lanes, 120 S. Division Ave.
Crafternoon: drop-in for afternoon crafts; 3-4:30 p.m., East Bonner County Library District’s Sandpoint branch, 1407 Cedar. Info.: ebonnerlibrary.org
Bonner Partners in Care Clinic: 5:30 p.m., Panhandle Health District office, 1020 Michigan, Sandpoint.
Pictionary: 6 p.m., Utara Brewing Co., 214 Pine St. Teams and individuals welcome.
Improv Sandpoint: games, fun and improv sketch comedy; 6-8:30 p.m., Eichardt’s Pub, 212 Cedar St. Info.: 208-263-4005 or eichardtspub.com
Basic Bingo: Stoneridge Loft Restaurant, Blanchard, 6:30-9:30 p.m.
Trivia Night: 7-9 p.m., MickDuff’s Brewery. Enjoy a night of trivia, prizes awarded.
Night-Out Karaoke: hosted by DJ Webrix; 9 p.m.-midnight, 219 Lounge, 219 N. First Ave. Info.: 219.bar
MEETINGS
Ponderay Rotary: Breakfast meeting, 7 a.m. Tango Cafe, Columbia Bank building. All welcome.
Alcoholics Anonymous: 7 a.m., Attitude Adjustment (O, CW), Gardena Center, Fourth and Church; noon, Afternooner Big Book Study (O), Gardenia Center, Fourth and Church; 5:30 p.m., Men’s Meeting (C), Gardenia Center, Fourth and Church; Back to Basics (O, W, CW), 6 p.m., Masonic Lodge, 600 W. Fourth St., Newport; Lots of Hope (C), Memorial Community Center, Highway 200, Hope; Troy Group (O, W), 7 p.m. (Mountain time zone), Holy Trinity, 218 E. Missoula Ave., Troy, Mont.
Narcotics Anonymous: 6 p.m., Tamarack Treatment, 710 Superior St., Suite D (upstairs).
Life Choices Pregnancy Center: noon to 4 p.m., 502 N. Second Ave., main floor. Free pregnancy testing, obstetrical ultrasounds, option coaching and baby needs. Also, free parenting and Life Skills classes. Free and confidential. Information: 208-263-7621
Overeaters Anonymous: noon-1 p.m., Cocolalla Cowboy Church, 4281 Cocolalla Loop Road. No dues, no diets, no weigh-ins, no pressure. Info.: Linda G.,1-612-599-1096 or email,
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Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous: no fees, no dues, no weigh-ins; 6:30-8 p.m., First Lutheran Church, 526 Olive Ave., enter via green door facing Olive Avenue. Info.: Brenda, 208-255-9339
Bible Services: Teaching the unchanging truth of Jesus Christ: 7:30 p.m., the Sand Creek Center at the Meeting Place, 101 N. First Ave.
Heron Outreach Clinic: Open for drop-ins, Info: 1-406-847-8780.
MONTHLY MEETINGS
Sandpoint Urban Renewal Agency: City Hall council room, 1123 Lake, 7:30 a.m.
S.P.O.R.T.S.: Safety and Police Officers Retired To Sandpoint. Noon. For location, contact Ron Adamik at 208-263-1179 or by email (
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Bonner County Republican Women: 10:15 a.m., Ponderay Events Center, 401 Bonner Mall Way, Ponderay. Information: bcrwinc.com or 208-255-1114
Bulldog Bench: Lunch meeting, noon, Elks on Hwy. 200.
Parent support group: 12:30-2:30 p.m., Evans Brothers Coffee, 524 Church St. All new parents, soon-to-be parents and parents seeking to connect with other parents invited to attend. Info.: 208-255-1855 or 208-255-2307
Blanchard Daze: Blanchard Inn Restaurant, 4 p.m. Info: 208-437-0527.
Sandpoint Planning Commission: 5:30 p.m., council chambers.
Bonner County Search and Rescue: Bonner County Extension office, fairgrounds, 6-8 p.m.
City of Kootenai: council meeting, 6:30 p.m., Kootenai City Hall.
Eagles Auxiliary: 7 p.m., 1511 John Hudon Road, 208-263-8449. Ladies only. Info.: Susan, 208-255-4873
WEDNESDAY, Sept. 7
NEW ACTIVITIES
Sandpoint Farmers Market: 3-5:30 p.m., Farmin Park, Fourth and Main. Fresh produce, live music, crafts and more.
Mountain Traders farmers market: 4-7 p.m., Mountain Traders, 490870 U.S. 95, Sandpoint. Info.: mountaintraders.net
ACTIVITIES
KFRY Morning Show: 8-9 a.m., with Chris and Suzy, 88.5 FM.
CF United Methodist Thrift & Gift Room: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Quality items.
After God’s Heart: A community Bible study for women, 9-11 a.m., North Summit Church, September through May. Breaks for holidays and summer. Info.: AGHSandpoint.com
DayBreak Center: adult respite care, 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., DayBreak Center, 820 Main St. Info.: 208-265-8127
Bonner County Historical Museum: Open, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Small fee at door.
Morning Storytime: stories, activities, and crafts for kids; 10 a.m., Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St. Info.: 208-263-6930
Clark Fork Mother Goose: stories and rhymes for babies and caregivers with play time to follow. All welcome; 10:30 a.m., Clark Fork Library, 601 N. Main St. Info.: 208-266-1321
Sandpoint Senior Center lunch: 11:30 a.m., includes salad bar; Sandpoint Senior Center, 820 Main St. Suggested donation of $5 for folks 60-plus, $8 for those under 60. Menus online at sandpointareaseniors.org. For first-time visitors, call 208-263-6860 to reserve a space.
Soup social: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Gardenia Center. Social gathering and free homemade soup.
Senior Meal: Clark Fork-Hope Area Senior Center 11:30 a.m.
Duplicate bridge: Noon, Ponderay Event Center. Info and partnerships: 208-610-0620.
Party Bridge: Clark Fork-Hope Area Senior Center, 12:15 p.m. Info.: 208-266-1280.
Sandpoint Teen Center: 1:30-5 p.m.; Sandpoint Sandpoint Church of God, 221 S. Division Ave., and Huckleberry Lanes, 120 S Division Ave.
Bingo hour: 2-3 p.m., Alpine Vista Senior Apartments, 1705 Pine St. All welcome. Info.: 208-265-4446
Memory Cafe: 2-3:30 p.m., Kokanee Coffee, 509 N. Fifth Ave. Casual gathering to provide socialization, interaction and fellowship for those diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or other related dementia and their care partners. Info.: P.J. Christo, Alzheimer’s Association, 208-666-2996, ext. 8314; Liz Price, 208-263-7889; or Lissa DeFreitas, 1-509-951-2310.
For the Love of ART: 3 p.m., Creations on Cedar Street Bridge, $5. Explore all mediums, technical instruction; for ages 6 and above.
Cancer yoga: 4 p.m., Community Cancer Services, 1205 Highway 2, Suite 101B, Sandpoint. Cancer patients and caregivers welcome. Please call to make sure class is an appropriate fit. Info.: Cindy,, 208-255-2301
Open silent meditation: Doors open 4:45 p.m. to 6:15 p.m., Gardenia Room, Gardenia Center.
Fitness class: 5:30 p.m., Hope Community Center. Info.: Mike Ehredt, 1-208-360-9647 or
dr*******@ya***.com
Bingo: Sandpoint Senior Center, 6 p.m., 820 Main St. Have some fun and support local seniors. Info.: 208-263-6860
Wind Down Wednesday: 6-9 p.m., 219 Lounge, 219 N. First Ave.; live music with Truck Mills and a guest. Info.: 219.bar
Bingo Night: 6:30 p.m., MickDuff’s Brewing Company Beer Hall and Brewery, 220 Cedar St. Free game card for all. Info.: 208-209-6700.
Fiddlin’ Red’s Hootenanny: open mic event, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Yafay Wellness, 202 N. Second Ave. Info.: bit.ly/3NUbfpT
Men’s Night: 7 p.m., Clark Fork-Hope Area Senior Center.
ONGOING MEETINGS
Alcoholics Anonymous: 7 a.m., Attitude Adjustment (O, CW), Gardenia Center, Fourth and Church; noon, Big Book Study (O), Grace Church, 208 First Ave., Sandpoint; 5:30 p.m., Women’s Meeting (O), Gardenia Center, Fourth and Church; 5:45 p.m., Beginner’s Meeting (O), Hospitality House, 216 S. Washington, Newport, Wash.; 7 p.m., The First One Hundred Sixty Four (C), Gardenia Center, Fourth and Church, Sandpoint; 7:30 p.m., Elmira/Naples 12×12 Study Group (O), United Methodist Church, 6558 Lincoln, Bonners Ferry. For additional information about Alcoholics Anonymous and to get a list of online AA meetings, please go to district14-aa.org. You can also call the District 14 AA Helpline at 1-800-326-2164.
Sandpoint Rotary Club: Noon, Tango Cafe, Panhandle State Bank building.
Life Choices Pregnancy Center: noon to 4 p.m., 502 N. Second Ave., main floor. Free pregnancy testing, obstetrical ultrasounds, option coaching and baby needs. Also, free parenting and Life Skills classes. Free and confidential. Information: 208-263-7621
A Course in Miracles: Study in a spiritual belief system, 5 p.m., Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St. Public welcome. Info.: Karen, 208-263-8949
Lake Pend Oreille Toastmasters Club: 5:30 p.m., Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St. Information: Debbie Ford, 208-283-9008 or
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Al-Anon Zoom meeting: Open to anyone concerned about or affected by someone else’s drinking; 6 p.m. For information on accessing these meetings, contact kim at 208-304-7585
Table Talk: Wednesday evening public book study and discussion group, 7-9 p.m., Pie Hut, 502 Church St., to share the importance of the Lost Life of the Heart. Hosted by Linda Evans, Sandpoint Beguine Society.
MONTHLY MEETINGS
NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness): “Connection” support group, Gardenia Center, 12 p.m.-1:30 p.m. Info.: Jan Burt, 208-263-7928, or
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Sandpoint City Council: 5:30 p.m., council chambers, Sandpoint City Hall. Info.: cityofsandpoint.com
Grad Night: meeting, 6 p.m., Sandpoint High School library.
North Idaho Beekeepers: 6:30-8 p.m., Sandpoint Library. Info.: Tricia Sullivan, 208-263-9798.
PC users group: 7 p.m., Sandpoint High School Room D-3.
Idaho Writers’ League: 9 a.m, East Bonner County Library, 1407 Cedar, Sandpoint.
THURSDAY, Sept. 8
NEW ACTIVITIES
ACTIVITIES
KFRY Morning Show: 8-9 a.m., with Jack and Jim, 88.5 FM.
Scrappy Stampers: 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m., Clark Fork Center, 1001 Cedar St., Clark Fork.
DayBreak Center: adult respite care, 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., DayBreak Center, 820 Main St. Info.: 208-265-8127
Leo Hadley Indoor Range: 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 114 W. Lake St.; through April 12. Instruction available, .22 rimfire, rifle or pistol. Rangemasters Cliff Lanning, 208-265-4871; or Bill Moody, 208-290-6846.
Puppy Power Hour: 10:30 a.m., Pend Oreille Pet Lodge, 895 Kootenai Cutoff Road; supervised playgroup for dogs 12 weeks to six months. Info.: sandpointvets.com
Research day: Bonner County Historical Museum, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Crafting with Kids: 11 a.m., Creations on the Cedar Street Bridge. Drop-ins welcome, ages 1-8, small donation.
Sandpoint Senior Center lunch: 11:30 a.m., includes salad bar; Sandpoint Senior Center, 820 Main St. Suggested donation of $5 for folks 60-plus, $8 for those under 60. Menus online at sandpointareaseniors.org. For first-time visit, call 208-263-6860 to reserve a space.
Sandpoint Teen Center: 2:30-5 p.m., Sandpoint Church of God, 221 S. Division Ave.; and Huckleberry Lanes, 120 S. Division Ave.
Library Storytime: stories, activities, and crafts for kids; 3 p.m., Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St. Info.: 208-263-6930
Community meal: 4-6 p.m., United Methodist Church, Main and Boyer. All welcome to share food and fellowship.
Thursday trivia night: 5-8 p.m., Paddler’s Alehouse, 100 Vermeer Drive. Info.: paddlersalehouse.com
Fitness class: 5:30 p.m., Hope Community Center. Info.: Mike Ehredt, 208-360-9647 or
dr*******@ya***.com
Bonner Partners in Care Clinic: 5:30 p.m., Panhandle Health District office,1020 Michigan, Sandpoint.
Sagle Senior Center Bingo:: 5 p.m., doors open; 6 p.m., bingo starts; Sagle Senior Center, 650 Monarch Road, Sagle.
ONGOING MEETINGS
Alcoholics Anonymous: 7 a.m., Attitude Adjustment (O, CW), Gardenia Center, Fourth and Church, Sandpoint; 10 a.m., Sober Soul Sisters (women’s meeting, O), Masonic Lodge, 600 Fourth St., Newport, Wash.; 7 p.m., How Hungry discussion (O), Blanchard Community Center, 685 Russo; 7 p.m., Step Study Group (C, W), Gardenia Center, Fourth and Church, Sandpoint; 7 p.m.(Mountain time zone), Troy Group (O, W), Troy Baptist Church, 725 E. Missoula Ave., Troy, Mont.; 7:30 p.m., Each Group S/B. Autonomous (O), United Methodist Church, 6568 Lincoln, Bonners Ferry. For additional information about Alcoholics Anonymous and to get a list of online AA meetings, please go to district14-aa.org. You can also call the District 14 AA Helpline at 1-800-326-2164.
Al-Anon Zoom meeting: Open to anyone concerned about or affected by someone else’s drinking; noon. For information on accessing these meetings, contact Kim at 208-304-7585
Al-Anon: Happy Solutions group is open to anyone concerned about or affected by someone else’s drinking. In-person meeting, noon, First Presbyterian Church, 417 N. Fourth Ave., Sandpoint. (Enter using door on Alder Street). Info.: Sharon, 208-263-2610
Life Choices Pregnancy Center: noon to 4 p.m., 502 N. Second Ave., main floor. Free pregnancy testing, obstetrical ultrasounds, option coaching and baby needs. Also, free parenting and Life Skills classes. Free and confidential. Information: 208-263-7621
Women’s Domestic Violence Support Group: Noon-1:30 p.m. Info: 208-263-0658.
Boy Scouts Troop 111: 7 p.m., Sandpoint Community Hall. Everyone welcome.
MONTHLY MEETINGS
Safe and Drug Free Schools: 8:15 a.m., Sandpoint High School conference room. Includes community advisory board.
Women’s Cancer Support Group: 5:30-7 p.m., 1215 Michigan St., Suite B. Info. 208-255-2301.
The Conversation: a discussion for those who love art; 6 p.m., Ivano’s Ristorante, 102. S. First Ave., Sandpoint.
Clark Fork VFW: Monthly meeting, 6 p.m.,115 W. Fourth. Info: 208-266-0146.
Trout Unlimited: 6 p.m., 1319 N. Division. General membership meeting.
Coeur d’Alene Toastmasters: 6:30-8:30 p.m., Iron Horse Restaurant, 407 Sherman. Call 208-664-6446.
Iron Mountain Dutch Oveneers: 7 p.m., Diamond Bar “B” Saddlery. Info: 208-263-2540.
Dover City Council: 6 p.m., Dover City Hall.
Edgemere Grange: Business meeting, 7:30 p.m., Grange Hall.
FRIDAY, Sept. 9
NEW ACTIVITIES
ACTIVITIES
Sandpoint Senior Center breakfast: 8:30 a.m., Sandpoint Senior Center, 820 Main St. For first-time visit, call 208-263-6860 to reserve a space.
Spiritual healing meditation service: 10:30 a.m.-noon, Gardenia Center, 400 Church St., Sandpoint. Free to all; no admittance after 11 a.m.
Senior Meal: Clark Fork-Hope Area Senior Center, 11:30 a.m.
Duplicate Bridge: 12:30 p.m., Clark Fork-Hope Area Senior Center, 10th and Cedar. Info: 208-266-1652.
Teen Craft & Create Club: teen hangout for all things creative; 1-3 p.m., East Bonner County Library District, Sandpoint branch, 1407 Cedar. Info.: ebonnerlibrary.org
Yoga for Teens: Syringa Creek Bldg. (north on Division near Baldy), 3:30-4:45 p.m.
St. Joseph’s Soup Kitchen: Free dinner, Lincoln and Ontario, 4 p.m.-6 p.m., St. Joseph’s. Everyone welcome.
Fridays with Huck L. Berry: live acoustic music; 5 p.m., Paddlers Alehouse, 100 Vermeer Drive.
Live music: 5-8 p.m., Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St. Info.: powine.com
Live music: 9 p.m.-midnight, 219 Lounge, 219 N. First Ave. Info.: 219.bar
ONGOING MEETINGS
Alcoholics Anonymous: 7 a.m., Attitude Adjustment (O, CW), Gardenia Center, Fourth and Church, Sandpoint; 7 p.m., Dry River Rats, St. Catherine Catholic Church, 393 Summit Boulevard, Priest River; 7 p.m., S.O.B.E.R. Sisters (O, W), Holy Trinity, 218 E. Missoula Ave., Troy, Mont.; 7 p.m., Attraction Not Promotion (O, CW), Gardenia Center, Fourth and Church; 7:30 p.m., Bonners Ferry Friday Night Group (O), United Methodist Church, 6568 Lincoln, Bonners Ferry. For additional information about Alcoholics Anonymous and to get a list of online AA meetings, please go to district14-aa.org. You can also call the District 14 AA Helpline at 1-800-326-2164.
Crisis Pregnancy Center: From 10 a.m.-2 p.m., 502 N. Second Ave, main floor. Free pregnancy testing, obstetrical ultrasounds, counseling and baby needs. Also free parenting and Life Skills classes. Call 263-7621.
Celebrate Recovery: Sandpoint Church of the Nazarene, Highway 95 N; dinner, 5:30 p.m.; meeting, 6 p.m. Recovery meeting for hurts, habits and hang-ups.
Narcotics Anonymous: 6 p.m., Sandpoint Church of God, 221 S. Division.
Table Talk: Public discussion group meeting, 7-9 p.m., Pie Hut, 502 Church St., Sandpoint. Discussion on “spiritual transformation.” Hosted by Linda Evans, Sandpoint Beguine Society.
MONTHLY MEETINGS
Red Hat Rascals: 11 a.m., Sandpoint Senior Center, 820 Main St. Info: Betty Johnson, 208-946-8953
HLA-S (Hearing Loss Association of Sandpoint): Meeting, 3 p.m., Bonner General Hospital conference room.
Christian Motorcycle Association: Village Kitchen, Priest River; 5:30 p.m. dinner, 6:30 p.m., meeting. Info.: Mike or Anita Neal, 208-263-0130.
SATURDAY, Sept. 10
NEW ACTIVITIES
Sandpoint Farmers Market: 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Farmin Park, Third and Oak. Fresh produce and more. Info.: sandpointfarmersmarket.com
ACTIVITIES
Cardio Junkies: Sandpoint’s running club, 7 a.m., Joe’s Auto Body, Baldy Mountain Road. Info: Janet, 208-255-6102
Family Game Day: 1 p.m., Creations on the Cedar Street Bridge; ages 4 through adult. Demos and game-offs; drop-ins welcome.
Saturday Afternoon Dance: 1-4 p.m., Sandpoint Senior Center. Music by Country Plus. Potluck, all welcome.
Live music: 5-8 p.m., Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St. Info.: powine.com
ONGOING MEETINGS
Alcoholics Anonymous: 9 a.m., Attitude Adjustment (O, W), Church of God, 221 S. Division Ave., Sandpoint; 5 p.m. Close Encounters (O), AA literature study, Hospitality House, 216 S. Washington, Newport; 5:30 p.m., Women’s Meeting (O, CW), Sweet Magnolia’s Women’s Sober House, 502 Fourth Ave., Sandpoint; 7 p.m., Saturday Night Live (O, W), North Summit Church, 201 N. Division Ave., speaker meetings held the last Saturday of the month. For additional information about Alcoholics Anonymous and to get a list of online AA meetings, please go to district14-aa.org. You can also call the District 14 AA Helpline at 1-800-326-2164.
MONTHLY MEETINGS
Daughters of the American Revolution: 10:30 a.m., Sandpoint United Methodist Church fellowship hall, 711 Main St., Sandpoint. Info.: Suzi Lamb, regent, 208-304-1010
Sexaholics Anonymous: 2:30 p.m., Gardenia Center.
Ironhorse Riders: 4 p.m., Trish’s Place, Hope. Information: 208-290-8149
SUNDAY, Sept. 11
NEW ACTIVITIES
Ponderay Sunday Market: outdoor market and more, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., 401 Bonner Mall Way.
ACTIVITIES
Sandpoint Gun Club: trapshooting (open to public); limited free instruction available. 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Sandpoint Gun Club, Gun Club Road, about two miles west of May’s Honda in Sagle. Info.: 208-290-2990
Cookies, Coffee and Jesus: Informal Bible study, searching Scripture, answering questions, discovering truth; 9:30-10:30 a.m., Faith Evangelical Free Church, 2624 N. Boyer.
Sunday worship service: 10 a.m., Gardenia Center.
Sunday brewery brunch: 10 a.m., Matchwood Brewing, 513 Oak St. Info.: matchwoodbrewing.com
Weekly Service and discussion: 10-11:30 a.m., 100A Church Street.
MEETINGS
Alcoholics Anonymous: 8:45 a.m., Dry River Rats (O), St. Catherine Catholic Church, 393 Summit Boulevard, Priest River; 10:30 a.m., Sunday Morning Group (O, W), children welcome; Sandpoint Senior Center, 820 W. Main; Close Encounters (O), 7 p.m., Hospitality House, 216 S. Washington, Newport; 7 p.m., Living Sober (C), Gardenia Center, Fourth and Church; Big Book Study (O, CW, W), 7:30 p.m., Extension Office (behind the courthouse), Bonners Ferry. For additional information about Alcoholics Anonymous and to get a list of online AA meetings, please go to district14-aa.org. You can also call our District 14 AA Helpline at 1-800-326-2164.
New Start weight loss group: 1 p.m., Sandpoint Teen Center, corner of Division and Pine.
Narcotics Anonymous: 6 p.m., Tamarack Treatment, 710 Superior St., Suite D (upstairs).
ONGOING MEETINGS
Overeaters Anonymous: 8:30-9:30 a.m., Gardenia Center, Fourth & Church. All who desire to stop eating compulsively are welcome; no dues, fees, weigh-ins or diets. Info.: Jody, 513-263-0682
MONDAY, Sept. 12
NEW ACTIVITIES
ACTIVITIES
Monday Sewing Group: 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Bonner County Extension Office, 4205 N. Boyer.
Sandpoint Senior Center lunch: 11:30 a.m., includes salad bar; Sandpoint Senior Center, 820 Main St. Suggested donation of $5 for folks 60-plus, $8 for those under 60. Menus online at sandpointareaseniors.org. For first-time visit, call 208-263-6860 to reserve a space.
Sandpoint Teen Center: 2:30-5 p.m., Sandpoint Church of God, 221 S. Division Ave.; and Huckleberry Lanes, 120 S. Division Ave.
Community meal: Free hot meal, 4-6 p.m., Sandpoint Assembly of God Church, 423 N. Lincoln St., Sandpoint.
Community soup kitchen: 4-7 p.m., Hoot Owl Cafe. All welcome, no charge.
Fitness class: 5:30 p.m., Hope Community Center. Info.: Mike Ehredt, 208-360-9647 or
dr*******@ya***.com
Sandpoint Jr. Rifle Club: 6 p.m., Leo Hadley Range, 1114 Lake St. Open to anyone 11 years old and above. Instructors teach Olympic-style shooting with .22 rifles and three positions (prone, kneeling, standing). Gear provided; you supply ammunition.
Silent meditation: 1/2 hour, 7-7:30 p.m., Gardenia Center.
Blues jam: Open mic, 8 p.m., Eichardt’s Pub, 212 Cedar.
MEETINGS
Alcoholics Anonymous: 7 a.m., Attitude Adjustment (O, CW), Gardena Center, Fourth and Church; noon, Afternooner Big Book Study (O), Gardenia Center, Fourth and Church; 5:30 p.m., Men’s Meeting (C), Gardenia Center, Fourth and Church; Back to Basics (O, W, CW), 6 p.m., Masonic Lodge, 600 W. Fourth St., Newport; Lots of Hope (C), Memorial Community Center, Highway 200, Hope; Troy Group (O, W), 7 p.m. (Mountain time zone), Holy Trinity, 218 E. Missoula Ave., Troy, Mont.
TOPS ID 0208: weigh-in 9-9:25 a.m., 9:30-10:30 meeting; Gardenia Center, 400 Church St. TOPS’ mission is to support people as they take and keep off pounds sensibly. Info.:208-263-2528
Kiwanis Club: luncheon meeting, 12-1 p.m., Tango Cafe, 414 Church St. Info.: Dick Vail, 208-255-6642
Life Choices Pregnancy Center: noon to 4 p.m., 502 N. Second Ave., main floor. Free pregnancy testing, obstetrical ultrasounds, option coaching and baby needs. Also, free parenting and Life Skills classes. Free and confidential. Information: 208-263-7621
Sexaholics Anonymous: A 12-step program of recovery, noon meeting. Info: toll-free (866) 291-0914 or email
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Al-Anon: Happy Solutions group is open to anyone concerned about or affected by someone else’s drinking. In-person meeting, 6 p.m., First Presbyterian Church, 417 N. Fourth Ave., Sandpoint. (Enter using door on Alder Street). Info.: Sharon, 208-263-2610
Stepping Into Freedom: A Christ-centered 12-step program, open session, Sandpoint Assembly of God Church, 6 p.m.
Overeaters Anonymous: 6:30 p.m., Boundary Community Hospital, 6640 Kaniksu St., Bonners Ferry; Fry Education Center, 6671 Kaniksu St. (across from the helipad). All who desire to stop eating compulsively are welcome. No dues, fees, weigh-ins or diets. Info.: 208-290-8172
Survivors of Suicide Support Group: 7-8 p.m., 608 S. Division Ave. Info.:208-265-5049
Narcotics Anonymous: 6 p.m., Sandpoint Church of God, 221 S. Division.
MONTHLY MEETINGS
Bonner Education And Technology Alliance (BETA): 12:30 p.m., Bonner Business Center. Info: 208-263-7263.
Power PAC (Parky’s and CarePartners): Bonner General Health Parkinson’s support group, 2-4:30 p.m., Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St.; hear interesting speakers, exchange ideas and socialize. Info.: A.C. Woolnough, 208-304-5756
Kootenai-Ponderay Sewer District: Board of directors, 6 p.m., 511 Whiskey Jack Road, office. For information call 208-263-0229.
Sandpoint Lions Club: Business meeting, 7 p.m., Lions Den. Info: sandpointlionsclub.org
Ellisport Bay Sewer District: Ponderay Shores Resort Activities Building, 5:30 p.m. Info: 208-264-0112.
Priest River Diabetes Support Group: Frank Chapin Senior Center, Priest River, 7 p.m. Information, 208-448-2899.
Martha Chapter 34: Order of the Eastern Star, 7 p.m., Masonic Lodge Second and Cedar in Sandpoint.
Clark Fork City Council: 7 p.m., Clark Fork City Hall.
TUESDAY, Sept. 13
NEW ACTIVITIES
Audubon: Meet Fairmont Loop and Highway 95, 8 a.m., to count birds. Info: 208-664-5318 or 208-664-4739.
POP Tuesday mountain bike ride: 5:30 p.m., Schweitzer Mountain. All levels of riders are welcome. Info: pendoreillepedalers.com
ACTIVITIES
KFRY Morning Show: 8-9 a.m., with Phil and Julie, 88.5 FM.
Yoga: 8:30 a.m., Hope Community Center. Info.: Maria Alberg, 208-263-2084
DayBreak Center: adult respite care, 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., DayBreak Center, 820 Main St. Info.: 208-265-8127
Research day: Bonner County Historical Museum. Local history exhibits and research archive, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. each day or by appointment. Info: 208-263-2344.
Leo Hadley Indoor Range: 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 114 W. Lake St.; through April 12. Instruction available, .22 rimfire, rifle or pistol. Rangemasters Cliff Lanning, 265-4871; or Bill Moody, 208-290-6846.
Sandpoint Senior Center lunch: 11:30 a.m., includes salad bar; Sandpoint Senior Center, 820 Main St. Suggested donation of $5 for folks 60-plus, $8 for those under 60. Menus online at sandpointareaseniors.org. For first-time visit, call 208-263-6860 to reserve a space.
Pinochle: Clark Fork-Hope Area Senior Center, 1 p.m. Info: 266-1667.
Sandpoint Teen Center: 2:30-5 p.m., Sandpoint Church of God, 221 S. Division Ave.; and Huckleberry Lanes, 120 S. Division Ave.
Bonner Partners in Care Clinic: 5:30 p.m., Panhandle Health District office, 1020 Michigan, Sandpoint.
Pictionary: 6 p.m., Utara Brewing Co., 214 Pine St. Teams and individuals welcome.
Basic Bingo: Stoneridge Loft Restaurant, Blanchard, 6:30-9:30 p.m.
Trivia Night: 7-9 p.m., MickDuff’s Brewery. Enjoy a night of trivia, prizes awarded.
Night-Out Karaoke: hosted by DJ Webrix; 9 p.m.-midnight, 219 Lounge, 219 N. First Ave. Info.: 219.bar
MEETINGS
Ponderay Rotary: Breakfast meeting, 7 a.m. Tango Cafe, Columbia Bank building. All welcome.
Alcoholics Anonymous: 7 a.m., Attitude Adjustment (O, CW), Gardena Center, Fourth and Church; noon, Afternooner Big Book Study (O), Gardenia Center, Fourth and Church; 5:30 p.m., Men’s Meeting (C), Gardenia Center, Fourth and Church; Back to Basics (O, W, CW), 6 p.m., Masonic Lodge, 600 W. Fourth St., Newport; Lots of Hope (C), Memorial Community Center, Highway 200, Hope; Troy Group (O, W), 7 p.m. (Mountain time zone), Holy Trinity, 218 E. Missoula Ave., Troy, Mont.
Narcotics Anonymous: 6 p.m., Tamarack Treatment, 710 Superior St., Suite D (upstairs).
Life Choices Pregnancy Center: noon to 4 p.m., 502 N. Second Ave., main floor. Free pregnancy testing, obstetrical ultrasounds, option coaching and baby needs. Also, free parenting and Life Skills classes. Free and confidential. Information: 208-263-7621
Overeaters Anonymous: noon-1 p.m., Cocolalla Cowboy Church, 4281 Cocolalla Loop Road. No dues, no diets, no weigh-ins, no pressure. Info.: Linda G.,1-612-599-1096 or email,
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Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous: no fees, no dues, no weigh-ins; 6:30-8 p.m., First Lutheran Church, 526 Olive Ave., enter via green door facing Olive Avenue. Info.: Brenda, 208-255-9339
Bible Services: Teaching the unchanging truth of Jesus Christ: 7:30 p.m., the Sand Creek Center at the Meeting Place, 101 N. First Ave.
Heron Outreach Clinic: Open for drop-ins, Info: 1-406-847-8780.
MONTHLY MEETINGS
Sagle Fire District: Regular commission business, 8 a.m., Selkirk Fire Rescue & EMS, 2689 Gun Club Road.
Local Emergency Planning Committee: 8:30-10 a.m., Federal Building, 1500 Highway 2, Sandpoint.
Marine Corps League: 9 a.m., Veterans of Foreign Wars Hall, Division and Pine, Sandpoint.
North Country Fibromyalgia: Bonner General Health, 10 a.m.-noon. Info: Laurie, 208-290-6714
Priest Lake Library District: 3 p.m., Priest Lake Library, 28769 Highway 57, Priest Lake. Info.: priestlake.lili.org
Sandpoint Arts Commission: 4 p.m., conference room, Sandpoint City Hall.
Bonner Soil & Water Conservation District: Monthly board meeting, 4 p.m., Federal Building, Room 306.
Bonner County Democratic Women: 5 p.m., Evans Brothers, 524 Church St.; if you are not on the mailing list, please call to confirm time and place. Info.: 208-290-1349
City of Sandpoint: Planning Commission workshop, 5:30 p.m., City Hall.
Angels Over Sandpoint: 5-5:30 p.m., Zoom meeting. Info.: angelsoversandpoint.org
Panhandle Piecemakers Quilt Guild: Social, 6 p.m., meeting 6:30 p.m., First Lutheran Church, 526 S. Olive.
Vietnam Veterans of America: 6 p.m., VFW Hall, 1325 Pine St. Info: 208-263-5419, or idahovva.com.
Habitat for Humanity: Open monthly board meeting, 5 p.m., ReStore, 1519 Baldy Park Road. Info.: 208-265-5313
East Hope City Council: 6:30 p.m., City Hall.
Bonner Community Gleaners: 6:30 p.m., Eagles Club. Info: 208-263-7700 for information.
PFLAG Sandpoint: support meeting, 6:30-7:30 p.m., First Presbyterian Church, 417 N. Fourth Ave., Sandpoint. Info: 208-718-2388 or on Facebook at Pflag Sandpoint
Bonner County Amateur Radio Club: meeting, 7 p.m., Panhandle Health Building.
WEDNESDAY, Sept. 14
NEW ACTIVITIES
Sandpoint Farmers Market: 3-5:30 p.m., Farmin Park, Fourth and Main. Fresh produce, live music, crafts and more.
Mountain Traders farmers market: 4-7 p.m., Mountain Traders, 490870 U.S. 95, Sandpoint. Info.: mountaintraders.net
ACTIVITIES
KFRY Morning Show: 8-9 a.m., with Chris and Suzy, 88.5 FM.
After God’s Heart: A community Bible study for women, 9-11 a.m., North Summit Church, September through May. Breaks for holidays and summer. Info.: AGHSandpoint.com
DayBreak Center: adult respite care, 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., DayBreak Center, 820 Main St. Info.: 208-265-8127
Bonner County Historical Museum: Open, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Small fee at door.
Morning Storytime: stories, activities, and crafts for kids; 10 a.m., Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St. Info.: 208-263-6930
Clark Fork Mother Goose: stories and rhymes for babies and caregivers with play time to follow. All welcome; 10:30 a.m., Clark Fork Library, 601 N. Main St. Info.: 208-266-1321
Sandpoint Senior Center lunch: 11:30 a.m., includes salad bar; Sandpoint Senior Center, 820 Main St. Suggested donation of $5 for folks 60-plus, $8 for those under 60. Menus online at sandpointareaseniors.org. For first-time visitors, call 208-263-6860 to reserve a space.
Soup social: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Gardenia Center. Social gathering and free homemade soup.
Senior Meal: Clark Fork-Hope Area Senior Center 11:30 a.m.
Duplicate bridge: Noon, Ponderay Event Center. Info and partnerships: 208-610-0620.
Party Bridge: Clark Fork-Hope Area Senior Center, 12:15 p.m. Info.: 208-266-1280.
Sandpoint Teen Center: 1:30-5 p.m.; Sandpoint Sandpoint Church of God, 221 S. Division Ave., and Huckleberry Lanes, 120 S Division Ave.
Bingo hour: 2-3 p.m., Alpine Vista Senior Apartments, 1705 Pine St. All welcome. Info.: 208-265-4446
For the Love of ART: 3 p.m., Creations on Cedar Street Bridge, $5. Explore all mediums, technical instruction; for ages 6 and above.
Cancer yoga: 4 p.m., Community Cancer Services, 1205 Highway 2, Suite 101B, Sandpoint. Cancer patients and caregivers welcome. Please call to make sure class is an appropriate fit. Info.: Cindy,, 208-255-2301
Open silent meditation: Doors open 4:45 p.m. to 6:15 p.m., Gardenia Room, Gardenia Center.
Fitness class: 5:30 p.m., Hope Community Center. Info.: Mike Ehredt, 1-208-360-9647 or
dr*******@ya***.com
Bingo: Sandpoint Senior Center, 6 p.m., 820 Main St. Have some fun and support local seniors. Info.: 208-263-6860
Wind Down Wednesday: 6-9 p.m., 219 Lounge, 219 N. First Ave.; live music with Truck Mills and a guest. Info.: 219.bar
Bingo Night: 6:30 p.m., MickDuff’s Brewing Company Beer Hall and Brewery, 220 Cedar St. Free game card for all. Info.: 208-209-6700.
Men’s Night: 7 p.m., Clark Fork-Hope Area Senior Center.
ONGOING MEETINGS
Alcoholics Anonymous: 7 a.m., Attitude Adjustment (O, CW), Gardenia Center, Fourth and Church; noon, Big Book Study (O), Grace Church, 208 First Ave., Sandpoint; 5:30 p.m., Women’s Meeting (O), Gardenia Center, Fourth and Church; 5:45 p.m., Beginner’s Meeting (O), Hospitality House, 216 S. Washington, Newport, Wash.; 7 p.m., The First One Hundred Sixty Four (C), Gardenia Center, Fourth and Church, Sandpoint; 7:30 p.m., Elmira/Naples 12×12 Study Group (O), United Methodist Church, 6558 Lincoln, Bonners Ferry. For additional information about Alcoholics Anonymous and to get a list of online AA meetings, please go to district14-aa.org. You can also call the District 14 AA Helpline at 1-800-326-2164.
Sandpoint Rotary Club: Noon, Tango Cafe, Panhandle State Bank building.
Life Choices Pregnancy Center: noon to 4 p.m., 502 N. Second Ave., main floor. Free pregnancy testing, obstetrical ultrasounds, option coaching and baby needs. Also, free parenting and Life Skills classes. Free and confidential. Information: 208-263-7621
A Course in Miracles: Study in a spiritual belief system, 5 p.m., Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St. Public welcome. Info.: Karen, 208-263-8949
Lake Pend Oreille Toastmasters Club: 5:30 p.m., Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St. Information: Debbie Ford, 208-283-9008 or
dd*********@gm***.com
Al-Anon Zoom meeting: Open to anyone concerned about or affected by someone else’s drinking; 6 p.m. For information on accessing these meetings, contact kim at 208-304-7585
Table Talk: Wednesday evening public book study and discussion group, 7-9 p.m., Pie Hut, 502 Church St., to share the importance of the Lost Life of the Heart. Hosted by Linda Evans, Sandpoint Beguine Society.
MONTHLY MEETINGS
La Leche League: 10:30 a.m., Call for directions, Kimberlee, 208-265-9347, or lllofsandpoint.com
Greater Sandpoint Chamber business group: Noon-1:30 p.m., Dept. of Labor.
North Country Weavers: noon- 3 p.m., Create, 900 W. Fourth St., Newport. Info.: createarts.org or 509-447-9277
Bonner County Historical Society and Museum: board meeting, 4 p.m., 611 S. Ella.
Independent Highway District: 5 p.m., 1630 Baldy Mountain Road. Call 208-263-8131.
Hope Memorial Community Center: board meeting, 5:30 p.m., 415 Wellington Place, Hope. Public welcome.
Bonner County Sheriff Search and Rescue: 6 p.m., fairgrounds food booth.
Democratic Central Committee: 5:30 p.m., Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St.
Bonner County Rodeo Committee: 6 p.m., Bonner County Fair office.
Ponderay Planning Commission: 6:30 p.m., Ponderay City Hall.
Hope City Council: Hope City Hall, 6:30 p.m.
Lake Pend Oreille Idaho Club: general meeting, 6:30 p.m., Connie’s. Focus on issues relating to Lake Pend Oreille. Information, 208-264-5796.
THURSDAY, Sept. 15
NEW ACTIVITIES
ACTIVITIES
KFRY Morning Show: 8-9 a.m., with Jack and Jim, 88.5 FM.
Clark Fork Valley Quilters meeting, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Hope Community Center, 415 Wellington Place, Hope. All are welcome.
DayBreak Center: adult respite care, 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., DayBreak Center, 820 Main St. Info.: 208-265-8127
Leo Hadley Indoor Range: 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 114 W. Lake St.; through April 12. Instruction available, .22 rimfire, rifle or pistol. Rangemasters Cliff Lanning, 208-265-4871; or Bill Moody, 208-290-6846.
Puppy Power Hour: 10:30 a.m., Pend Oreille Pet Lodge, 895 Kootenai Cutoff Road; supervised playgroup for dogs 12 weeks to six months. Info.: sandpointvets.com
Research day: Bonner County Historical Museum, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Crafting with Kids: 11 a.m., Creations on the Cedar Street Bridge. Drop-ins welcome, ages 1-8, small donation.
Sandpoint Senior Center lunch: 11:30 a.m., includes salad bar; Sandpoint Senior Center, 820 Main St. Suggested donation of $5 for folks 60-plus, $8 for those under 60. Menus online at sandpointareaseniors.org. For first-time visit, call 208-263-6860 to reserve a space.
Yoga class for men and women: Class for cancer patients, sponsored by Susan G. Komen Foundation. Maria Alberg instructor, 1:30 p.m., Gardenia Center.
Sandpoint Teen Center: 2:30-5 p.m., Sandpoint Church of God, 221 S. Division Ave.; and Huckleberry Lanes, 120 S. Division Ave.
Library Storytime: stories, activities, and crafts for kids; 3 p.m., Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St. Info.: 208-263-6930
Community meal: 4-6 p.m., United Methodist Church, Main and Boyer. All welcome to share food and fellowship.
Thursday trivia night: 5-8 p.m., Paddler’s Alehouse, 100 Vermeer Drive. Info.: paddlersalehouse.com
Fitness class: 5:30 p.m., Hope Community Center. Info.: Mike Ehredt, 208-360-9647 or
dr*******@ya***.com
Bonner Partners in Care Clinic: 5:30 p.m., Panhandle Health District office,1020 Michigan, Sandpoint.
Sagle Senior Center Bingo:: 5 p.m., doors open; 6 p.m., bingo starts; Sagle Senior Center, 650 Monarch Road, Sagle.
More Than a Woman Trivia Night: 6 p.m., The Back Door, 111 Cedar St. (lower level); night of laughter and female focused trivia. Portion of sales proceeds benefits REturn REtreats. Info.: bit.ly/37vkpVz
ONGOING MEETINGS
Alcoholics Anonymous: 7 a.m., Attitude Adjustment (O, CW), Gardenia Center, Fourth and Church, Sandpoint; 10 a.m., Sober Soul Sisters (women’s meeting, O), Masonic Lodge, 600 Fourth St., Newport, Wash.; 7 p.m., How Hungry discussion (O), Blanchard Community Center, 685 Russo; 7 p.m., Step Study Group (C, W), Gardenia Center, Fourth and Church, Sandpoint; 7 p.m.(Mountain time zone), Troy Group (O, W), Troy Baptist Church, 725 E. Missoula Ave., Troy, Mont.; 7:30 p.m., Each Group S/B. Autonomous (O), United Methodist Church, 6568 Lincoln, Bonners Ferry. For additional information about Alcoholics Anonymous and to get a list of online AA meetings, please go to district14-aa.org. You can also call the District 14 AA Helpline at 1-800-326-2164.
Al-Anon Zoom meeting: Open to anyone concerned about or affected by someone else’s drinking; noon. For information on accessing these meetings, contact Kim at 208-304-7585
Al-Anon: Happy Solutions group is open to anyone concerned about or affected by someone else’s drinking. In-person meeting, noon, First Presbyterian Church, 417 N. Fourth Ave., Sandpoint. (Enter using door on Alder Street). Info.: Sharon, 208-263-2610
Life Choices Pregnancy Center: noon to 4 p.m., 502 N. Second Ave., main floor. Free pregnancy testing, obstetrical ultrasounds, option coaching and baby needs. Also, free parenting and Life Skills classes. Free and confidential. Information: 208-263-7621
Women’s Domestic Violence Support Group: Noon-1:30 p.m. Info: 208-263-0658.
Alzheimer’s support group: for family, friends and caregivers of those with Alzheimer’s, dementia and any related disorder; 1-2:30 p.m., Tango Cafe meeting room, Columbia Bank building, 414 Church St., Sandpoint. Info.: Jan Griffitts, 208-290-1973, www.alzwa.org, or 24/7 helpline, 1-800-272-3900.
Adult grief group: 5:30 p.m., First Baptist Church, 1230 Michigan St., Sandpoint; facilitated by Bonner General Community Hospice volunteer Peter Gilmore every other Thursday. Information: 208-265-1185
Boy Scouts Troop 111: 7 p.m., Sandpoint Community Hall. Everyone welcome.
MONTHLY MEETINGS
Clark Fork Valley Quilters: 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Hope Community Center. Info.: Sandi McNeeley, 1-406-847-1670.
Eagles Men: Meeting, 7:30 p.m., lodge, 1511 John Hudon Lane.
Ponderay Community Development Corporation: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Holiday Inn Express, 477326 Highway 95. Catered by Pend Oreille Pasta.
ALS (Lou Gehrig’s Disease) Association: Support group, 5-6:30 p.m., Luther Park, 526 S. Olive St.
Iron Horse Riders Association: 6 p.m., Sweet Lou’s (upstairs). Monthly meeting. Info: Barry Kamplain, 208-627-9814
FRIDAY, Sept. 16
NEW ACTIVITIES
ACTIVITIES
Sandpoint Senior Center breakfast: 8:30 a.m., Sandpoint Senior Center, 820 Main St. For first-time visit, call 208-263-6860 to reserve a space.
Spiritual healing meditation service: 10:30 a.m.-noon, Gardenia Center, 400 Church St., Sandpoint. Free to all; no admittance after 11 a.m.
Senior Meal: Clark Fork-Hope Area Senior Center, 11:30 a.m.
Duplicate Bridge: 12:30 p.m., Clark Fork-Hope Area Senior Center, 10th and Cedar. Info: 208-266-1652.
Teen Craft & Create Club: teen hangout for all things creative; 1-3 p.m., East Bonner County Library District, Sandpoint branch, 1407 Cedar. Info.: ebonnerlibrary.org
Yoga for Teens: Syringa Creek Bldg. (north on Division near Baldy), 3:30-4:45 p.m.
St. Joseph’s Soup Kitchen: Free dinner, Lincoln and Ontario, 4 p.m.-6 p.m., St. Joseph’s. Everyone welcome.
Fridays with Huck L. Berry: live acoustic music; 5 p.m., Paddlers Alehouse, 100 Vermeer Drive.
Live music: 5-8 p.m., Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St. Info.: powine.com
Live music: 9 p.m.-midnight, 219 Lounge, 219 N. First Ave. Info.: 219.bar
ONGOING MEETINGS
Alcoholics Anonymous: 7 a.m., Attitude Adjustment (O, CW), Gardenia Center, Fourth and Church, Sandpoint; 7 p.m., Dry River Rats, St. Catherine Catholic Church, 393 Summit Boulevard, Priest River; 7 p.m., S.O.B.E.R. Sisters (O, W), Holy Trinity, 218 E. Missoula Ave., Troy, Mont.; 7 p.m., Attraction Not Promotion (O, CW), Gardenia Center, Fourth and Church; 7:30 p.m., Bonners Ferry Friday Night Group (O), United Methodist Church, 6568 Lincoln, Bonners Ferry. For additional information about Alcoholics Anonymous and to get a list of online AA meetings, please go to district14-aa.org. You can also call the District 14 AA Helpline at 1-800-326-2164.
Crisis Pregnancy Center: From 10 a.m.-2 p.m., 502 N. Second Ave, main floor. Free pregnancy testing, obstetrical ultrasounds, counseling and baby needs. Also free parenting and Life Skills classes. Call 263-7621.
Celebrate Recovery: Sandpoint Church of the Nazarene, Highway 95 N; dinner, 5:30 p.m.; meeting, 6 p.m. Recovery meeting for hurts, habits and hang-ups.
Narcotics Anonymous: 6 p.m., Sandpoint Church of God, 221 S. Division.
Table Talk: Public discussion group meeting, 7-9 p.m., Pie Hut, 502 Church St., Sandpoint. Discussion on “spiritual transformation.” Hosted by Linda Evans, Sandpoint Beguine Society.
MONTHLY MEETINGS
Sandpoint Senior Center: board meeting, 10:30 a.m., Sandpoint Senior Center, 820 Main St. Public encouraged to attend.
SATURDAY, Sept. 17
NEW ACTIVITIES
Sandpoint Farmers Market: 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Farmin Park, Third and Oak. Fresh produce and more. Info.: sandpointfarmersmarket.com
Welcome Back to Dance: 6:45 p.m., doors open; 7 p.m., beginner fox trot lesson; 8-10 p.m., general dancing. Event held at Ponderay Event Center, 401 Bonner Mall Way, Ponderay (above Selkirk Glass & Cabinets). Couples, singles and all levels of dancers welcome. Cash at the door, $9 per person.
ACTIVITIES
Cardio Junkies: Sandpoint’s running club, 7 a.m., Joe’s Auto Body, Baldy Mountain Road. Info: Janet, 208-255-6102
Family Game Day: 1 p.m., Creations on the Cedar Street Bridge; ages 4 through adult. Demos and game-offs; drop-ins welcome.
Live music: 5-8 p.m., Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St. Info.: powine.com
ONGOING MEETINGS
Alcoholics Anonymous: 9 a.m., Attitude Adjustment (O, W), Church of God, 221 S. Division Ave., Sandpoint; 5 p.m. Close Encounters (O), AA literature study, Hospitality House, 216 S. Washington, Newport; 5:30 p.m., Women’s Meeting (O, CW), Sweet Magnolia’s Women’s Sober House, 502 Fourth Ave., Sandpoint; 7 p.m., Saturday Night Live (O, W), North Summit Church, 201 N. Division Ave., speaker meetings held the last Saturday of the month. For additional information about Alcoholics Anonymous and to get a list of online AA meetings, please go to district14-aa.org. You can also call the District 14 AA Helpline at 1-800-326-2164.
MONTHLY MEETINGS
Idaho Writers League: 9 a.m., East Bonner County Library, Sandpoint branch, 1407 Cedar.
SUNDAY, Sept. 18
NEW ACTIVITIES
ACTIVITIES
Sandpoint Gun Club: trapshooting (open to public); limited free instruction available. 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Sandpoint Gun Club, Gun Club Road, about two miles west of May’s Honda in Sagle. Info.: 208-290-2990
Cookies, Coffee and Jesus: Informal Bible study, searching Scripture, answering questions, discovering truth; 9:30-10:30 a.m., Faith Evangelical Free Church, 2624 N. Boyer.
Sunday worship service: 10 a.m., Gardenia Center.
Sunday brewery brunch: 10 a.m., Matchwood Brewing, 513 Oak St. Info.: matchwoodbrewing.com
Weekly Service and discussion: 10-11:30 a.m., 100A Church Street.
MEETINGS
Alcoholics Anonymous: 8:45 a.m., Dry River Rats (O), St. Catherine Catholic Church, 393 Summit Boulevard, Priest River; 10:30 a.m., Sunday Morning Group (O, W), children welcome; Sandpoint Senior Center, 820 W. Main; Close Encounters (O), 7 p.m., Hospitality House, 216 S. Washington, Newport; 7 p.m., Living Sober (C), Gardenia Center, Fourth and Church; Big Book Study (O, CW, W), 7:30 p.m., Extension Office (behind the courthouse), Bonners Ferry. For additional information about Alcoholics Anonymous and to get a list of online AA meetings, please go to district14-aa.org. You can also call our District 14 AA Helpline at 1-800-326-2164.
New Start weight loss group: 1 p.m., Sandpoint Teen Center, corner of Division and Pine.
Narcotics Anonymous: 6 p.m., Tamarack Treatment, 710 Superior St., Suite D (upstairs).
ONGOING MEETINGS
Overeaters Anonymous: 8:30-9:30 a.m., Gardenia Center, Fourth & Church. All who desire to stop eating compulsively are welcome; no dues, fees, weigh-ins or diets. Info.: Jody, 513-263-0682
MONDAY, Sept. 19
NEW ACTIVITIES
ACTIVITIES
Monday Sewing Group: 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Bonner County Extension Office, 4205 N. Boyer.
Sandpoint Senior Center lunch: 11:30 a.m., includes salad bar; Sandpoint Senior Center, 820 Main St. Suggested donation of $5 for folks 60-plus, $8 for those under 60. Menus online at sandpointareaseniors.org. For first-time visit, call 208-263-6860 to reserve a space.
Sandpoint Teen Center: 2:30-5 p.m., Sandpoint Church of God, 221 S. Division Ave.; and Huckleberry Lanes, 120 S. Division Ave.
Community meal: Free hot meal, 4-6 p.m., Sandpoint Assembly of God Church, 423 N. Lincoln St., Sandpoint.
Community soup kitchen: 4-7 p.m., Hoot Owl Cafe. All welcome, no charge.
Fitness class: 5:30 p.m., Hope Community Center. Info.: Mike Ehredt, 208-360-9647 or
dr*******@ya***.com
Sandpoint Jr. Rifle Club: 6 p.m., Leo Hadley Range, 1114 Lake St. Open to anyone 11 years old and above. Instructors teach Olympic-style shooting with .22 rifles and three positions (prone, kneeling, standing). Gear provided; you supply ammunition.
Silent meditation: 1/2 hour, 7-7:30 p.m., Gardenia Center.
Blues jam: Open mic, 8 p.m., Eichardt’s Pub, 212 Cedar.
MEETINGS
Alcoholics Anonymous: 7 a.m., Attitude Adjustment (O, CW), Gardena Center, Fourth and Church; noon, Afternooner Big Book Study (O), Gardenia Center, Fourth and Church; 5:30 p.m., Men’s Meeting (C), Gardenia Center, Fourth and Church; Back to Basics (O, W, CW), 6 p.m., Masonic Lodge, 600 W. Fourth St., Newport; Lots of Hope (C), Memorial Community Center, Highway 200, Hope; Troy Group (O, W), 7 p.m. (Mountain time zone), Holy Trinity, 218 E. Missoula Ave., Troy, Mont.
TOPS ID 0208: weigh-in 9-9:25 a.m., 9:30-10:30 meeting; Gardenia Center, 400 Church St. TOPS’ mission is to support people as they take and keep off pounds sensibly. Info.:208-263-2528
Kiwanis Club: luncheon meeting, 12-1 p.m., Tango Cafe, 414 Church St. Info.: Dick Vail, 208-255-6642
Life Choices Pregnancy Center: noon to 4 p.m., 502 N. Second Ave., main floor. Free pregnancy testing, obstetrical ultrasounds, option coaching and baby needs. Also, free parenting and Life Skills classes. Free and confidential. Information: 208-263-7621
Sexaholics Anonymous: A 12-step program of recovery, noon meeting. Info: toll-free (866) 291-0914 or email
sa*********@ya***.com
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Al-Anon: Happy Solutions group is open to anyone concerned about or affected by someone else’s drinking. In-person meeting, 6 p.m., First Presbyterian Church, 417 N. Fourth Ave., Sandpoint. (Enter using door on Alder Street). Info.: Sharon, 208-263-2610
Stepping Into Freedom: A Christ-centered 12-step program, open session, Sandpoint Assembly of God Church, 6 p.m.
Overeaters Anonymous: 6:30 p.m., Boundary Community Hospital, 6640 Kaniksu St., Bonners Ferry; Fry Education Center, 6671 Kaniksu St. (across from the helipad). All who desire to stop eating compulsively are welcome. No dues, fees, weigh-ins or diets. Info.: 208-290-8172
Survivors of Suicide Support Group: 7-8 p.m., 608 S. Division Ave. Info.:208-265-5049
Narcotics Anonymous: 6 p.m., Sandpoint Church of God, 221 S. Division.
MONTHLY MEETINGS
Bonner County Alzheimer’s Support Group: 2 p.m., Valley Vista Care Center, 220 S. Division.
Ponderay City Council: 6 p.m., 288 Fourth St.
TUESDAY, Sept. 20
NEW ACTIVITIES
POP Tuesday mountain bike ride: 5:30 p.m., Schweitzer Mountain. All levels of riders are welcome. Info: pendoreillepedalers.com
ACTIVITIES
KFRY Morning Show: 8-9 a.m., with Phil and Julie, 88.5 FM.
Yoga: 8:30 a.m., Hope Community Center. Info.: Maria Alberg, 208-263-2084
DayBreak Center: adult respite care, 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., DayBreak Center, 820 Main St. Info.: 208-265-8127
Research day: Bonner County Historical Museum. Local history exhibits and research archive, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. each day or by appointment. Info: 208-263-2344.
Leo Hadley Indoor Range: 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 114 W. Lake St.; through April 12. Instruction available, .22 rimfire, rifle or pistol. Rangemasters Cliff Lanning, 265-4871; or Bill Moody, 208-290-6846.
Sandpoint Senior Center lunch: 11:30 a.m., includes salad bar; Sandpoint Senior Center, 820 Main St. Suggested donation of $5 for folks 60-plus, $8 for those under 60. Menus online at sandpointareaseniors.org. For first-time visit, call 208-263-6860 to reserve a space.
Pinochle: Clark Fork-Hope Area Senior Center, 1 p.m. Info: 266-1667.
Sandpoint Teen Center: 2:30-5 p.m., Sandpoint Church of God, 221 S. Division Ave.; and Huckleberry Lanes, 120 S. Division Ave.
Crafternoon: drop-in for afternoon crafts; 3-4:30 p.m., East Bonner County Library District’s Sandpoint branch, 1407 Cedar. Info.: ebonnerlibrary.org
Bonner Partners in Care Clinic: 5:30 p.m., Panhandle Health District office, 1020 Michigan, Sandpoint.
Pictionary: 6 p.m., Utara Brewing Co., 214 Pine St. Teams and individuals welcome.
Basic Bingo: Stoneridge Loft Restaurant, Blanchard, 6:30-9:30 p.m.
Trivia Night: 7-9 p.m., MickDuff’s Brewery. Enjoy a night of trivia, prizes awarded.
Night-Out Karaoke: hosted by DJ Webrix; 9 p.m.-midnight, 219 Lounge, 219 N. First Ave. Info.: 219.bar
MEETINGS
Ponderay Rotary: Breakfast meeting, 7 a.m. Tango Cafe, Columbia Bank building. All welcome.
Alcoholics Anonymous: 7 a.m., Attitude Adjustment (O, CW), Gardena Center, Fourth and Church; noon, Afternooner Big Book Study (O), Gardenia Center, Fourth and Church; 5:30 p.m., Men’s Meeting (C), Gardenia Center, Fourth and Church; Back to Basics (O, W, CW), 6 p.m., Masonic Lodge, 600 W. Fourth St., Newport; Lots of Hope (C), Memorial Community Center, Highway 200, Hope; Troy Group (O, W), 7 p.m. (Mountain time zone), Holy Trinity, 218 E. Missoula Ave., Troy, Mont.
Narcotics Anonymous: 6 p.m., Tamarack Treatment, 710 Superior St., Suite D (upstairs).
Life Choices Pregnancy Center: noon to 4 p.m., 502 N. Second Ave., main floor. Free pregnancy testing, obstetrical ultrasounds, option coaching and baby needs. Also, free parenting and Life Skills classes. Free and confidential. Information: 208-263-7621
Overeaters Anonymous: noon-1 p.m., Cocolalla Cowboy Church, 4281 Cocolalla Loop Road. No dues, no diets, no weigh-ins, no pressure. Info.: Linda G.,1-612-599-1096 or email,
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Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous: no fees, no dues, no weigh-ins; 6:30-8 p.m., First Lutheran Church, 526 Olive Ave., enter via green door facing Olive Avenue. Info.: Brenda, 208-255-9339
Bible Services: Teaching the unchanging truth of Jesus Christ: 7:30 p.m., the Sand Creek Center at the Meeting Place, 101 N. First Ave.
Heron Outreach Clinic: Open for drop-ins, Info: 1-406-847-8780.
MONTHLY MEETINGS
Sandpoint Urban Renewal Agency: City Hall Conference Room, 1123 Lake, 7:30 a.m.
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2453: 6 p.m., VFW Hall, 1325 W. Pine St. Information: 263-9613
7B Women: 12-1 p.m., Columbia Bank’s Community Room. Contact Teresa Lunde, 208-263-7525.
Sandpoint Planning Commission: Workshop, 5:30 p.m., council chambers.
Bottle Bay Recreational Water & Sewer District: Board meeting, 6 p.m., district office.
Bonner County Republican Central Committee: 6:30 p.m., Ponderay Events Center, 401 Bonner Mall Way.
Bonner County Early Childhood Professionals Association: 6:30 p.m., East Bonner County Library. Public invited.
Eagles Auxiliary: 7 p.m., 1511 John Hudon Lane, 208-263-8449. Ladies only.
Life-Time Friends Animal Sanctuary: Monthly board meeting. Call Michael Sowders at 208-755-6298.
WEDNESDAY, Sept. 21
NEW ACTIVITIES
Sandpoint Farmers Market: 3-5:30 p.m., Farmin Park, Fourth and Main. Fresh produce, live music, crafts and more.
Mountain Traders farmers market: 4-7 p.m., Mountain Traders, 490870 U.S. 95, Sandpoint. Info.: mountaintraders.net
ACTIVITIES
KFRY Morning Show: 8-9 a.m., with Chris and Suzy, 88.5 FM.
After God’s Heart: A community Bible study for women, 9-11 a.m., North Summit Church, September through May. Breaks for holidays and summer. Info.: AGHSandpoint.com
CF United Methodist Thrift & Gift Room: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Quality items.DayBreak Center: adult respite care, 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., DayBreak Center, 820 Main St. Info.: 208-265-8127
Bonner County Historical Museum: Open, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Small fee at door.
Morning Storytime: stories, activities, and crafts for kids; 10 a.m., Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St. Info.: 208-263-6930
Clark Fork Mother Goose: stories and rhymes for babies and caregivers with play time to follow. All welcome; 10:30 a.m., Clark Fork Library, 601 N. Main St. Info.: 208-266-1321
Sandpoint Senior Center lunch: 11:30 a.m., includes salad bar; Sandpoint Senior Center, 820 Main St. Suggested donation of $5 for folks 60-plus, $8 for those under 60. Menus online at sandpointareaseniors.org. For first-time visitors, call 208-263-6860 to reserve a space.
Soup social: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Gardenia Center. Social gathering and free homemade soup.
Senior Meal: Clark Fork-Hope Area Senior Center 11:30 a.m.
Duplicate bridge: Noon, Ponderay Event Center. Info and partnerships: 208-610-0620.
Party Bridge: Clark Fork-Hope Area Senior Center, 12:15 p.m. Info.: 208-266-1280.
Hand Stitchery Group: 1-4 p.m., Create, 900 W. Fourth St., Newport; hand stitch applique, cross stitch, embroidery, crochet, knitting, etc. Open to all. Info.: createarts.org or 509-447-9277
Sandpoint Teen Center: 1:30-5 p.m.; Sandpoint Sandpoint Church of God, 221 S. Division Ave., and Huckleberry Lanes, 120 S Division Ave.
Bingo hour: 2-3 p.m., Alpine Vista Senior Apartments, 1705 Pine St. All welcome. Info.: 208-265-4446
Memory Cafe: 2-3:30 p.m., Kokanee Coffee, 509 N. Fifth Ave. Casual gathering to provide socialization, interaction and fellowship for those diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or other related dementia and their care partners. Info.: P.J. Christo, Alzheimer’s Association, 208-666-2996, ext. 8314; Liz Price, 208-263-7889; or Lissa DeFreitas, 1-509-951-2310.
For the Love of ART: 3 p.m., Creations on Cedar Street Bridge, $5. Explore all mediums, technical instruction; for ages 6 and above.
Cancer yoga: 4 p.m., Community Cancer Services, 1205 Highway 2, Suite 101B, Sandpoint. Cancer patients and caregivers welcome. Please call to make sure class is an appropriate fit. Info.: Cindy,, 208-255-2301
Open silent meditation: Doors open 4:45 p.m. to 6:15 p.m., Gardenia Room, Gardenia Center.
Fitness class: 5:30 p.m., Hope Community Center. Info.: Mike Ehredt, 1-208-360-9647 or
dr*******@ya***.com
Bingo: Sandpoint Senior Center, 6 p.m., 820 Main St. Have some fun and support local seniors. Info.: 208-263-6860
Wind Down Wednesday: 6-9 p.m., 219 Lounge, 219 N. First Ave.; live music with Truck Mills and a guest. Info.: 219.bar
Bingo Night: 6:30 p.m., MickDuff’s Brewing Company Beer Hall and Brewery, 220 Cedar St. Free game card for all. Info.: 208-209-6700.
Men’s Night: 7 p.m., Clark Fork-Hope Area Senior Center.
ONGOING MEETINGS
Alcoholics Anonymous: 7 a.m., Attitude Adjustment (O, CW), Gardenia Center, Fourth and Church; noon, Big Book Study (O), Grace Church, 208 First Ave., Sandpoint; 5:30 p.m., Women’s Meeting (O), Gardenia Center, Fourth and Church; 5:45 p.m., Beginner’s Meeting (O), Hospitality House, 216 S. Washington, Newport, Wash.; 7 p.m., The First One Hundred Sixty Four (C), Gardenia Center, Fourth and Church, Sandpoint; 7:30 p.m., Elmira/Naples 12×12 Study Group (O), United Methodist Church, 6558 Lincoln, Bonners Ferry. For additional information about Alcoholics Anonymous and to get a list of online AA meetings, please go to district14-aa.org. You can also call the District 14 AA Helpline at 1-800-326-2164.
Sandpoint Rotary Club: Noon, Tango Cafe, Panhandle State Bank building.
Life Choices Pregnancy Center: noon to 4 p.m., 502 N. Second Ave., main floor. Free pregnancy testing, obstetrical ultrasounds, option coaching and baby needs. Also, free parenting and Life Skills classes. Free and confidential. Information: 208-263-7621
A Course in Miracles: Study in a spiritual belief system, 5 p.m., Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St. Public welcome. Info.: Karen, 208-263-8949
Parents Grieving the Loss of a Child Support Group: 5 p.m., Turning Leaf Counseling, 1205 Highway 2, Suite 301. This meeting is open to all parents who have experienced the loss of a child at any age, it is offered at no cost, and grandparents are also welcome. Please call 208-265-1185 for an application or for more information.Lake Pend Oreille Toastmasters Club: 5:30 p.m., Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St. Information: Debbie Ford, 208-283-9008 or
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Al-Anon Zoom meeting: Open to anyone concerned about or affected by someone else’s drinking; 6 p.m. For information on accessing these meetings, contact kim at 208-304-7585
Table Talk: Wednesday evening public book study and discussion group, 7-9 p.m., Pie Hut, 502 Church St., to share the importance of the Lost Life of the Heart. Hosted by Linda Evans, Sandpoint Beguine Society.
MONTHLY MEETINGS
Idaho Writers’ League: 9 a.m, East Bonner County Library, 1407 Cedar, Sandpoint.
Sandpoint City Council: 5:30 p.m., council chambers, Sandpoint City Hall. Info.: cityofsandpoint.com
NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness): meeting, 5:30 p.m.-7:45 p.m., VFW Hall, 1325 Pine St.; Education and support for members and guests; speakers address topics of general interest to individuals with mental illness, their loved ones and mental health professionals. Support groups follow for families and individuals living with mental illness. Information: 208-597-2047.
Pedestrian Advisory Committee: 12:30 p.m., Sandpoint City Council chambers, Sandpoint City Hall.
Wild Idaho Rising Tide: 7 p.m., Eichardt’s Pub, 212 Cedar St., upstairs game room.
THURSDAY, Sept. 22
NEW ACTIVITIES
ACTIVITIES
KFRY Morning Show: 8-9 a.m., with Jack and Jim, 88.5 FM.
DayBreak Center: adult respite care, 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., DayBreak Center, 820 Main St. Info.: 208-265-8127
Leo Hadley Indoor Range: 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 114 W. Lake St.; through April 12. Instruction available, .22 rimfire, rifle or pistol. Rangemasters Cliff Lanning, 208-265-4871; or Bill Moody, 208-290-6846.
Puppy Power Hour: 10:30 a.m., Pend Oreille Pet Lodge, 895 Kootenai Cutoff Road; supervised playgroup for dogs 12 weeks to six months. Info.: sandpointvets.com
Research day: Bonner County Historical Museum, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Crafting with Kids: 11 a.m., Creations on the Cedar Street Bridge. Drop-ins welcome, ages 1-8, small donation.
Sandpoint Senior Center lunch: 11:30 a.m., includes salad bar; Sandpoint Senior Center, 820 Main St. Suggested donation of $5 for folks 60-plus, $8 for those under 60. Menus online at sandpointareaseniors.org. For first-time visit, call 208-263-6860 to reserve a space.
Sandpoint Teen Center: 2:30-5 p.m., Sandpoint Church of God, 221 S. Division Ave.; and Huckleberry Lanes, 120 S. Division Ave.
Library Storytime: stories, activities, and crafts for kids; 3 p.m., Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St. Info.: 208-263-6930
Community meal: 4-6 p.m., United Methodist Church, Main and Boyer. All welcome to share food and fellowship.
Thursday trivia night: 5-8 p.m., Paddler’s Alehouse, 100 Vermeer Drive. Info.: paddlersalehouse.com
Fitness class: 5:30 p.m., Hope Community Center. Info.: Mike Ehredt, 208-360-9647 or
dr*******@ya***.com
Bonner Partners in Care Clinic: 5:30 p.m., Panhandle Health District office,1020 Michigan, Sandpoint.
Sagle Senior Center Bingo:: 5 p.m., doors open; 6 p.m., bingo starts; Sagle Senior Center, 650 Monarch Road, Sagle.
Sandpoint Poetry open mic: 6-8 p.m., Monarch Mountain Coffee, 208 N. Fourth Ave. No sign-up sheets, no censorship; come be inspired.
Trivia Takeover: create a team or play solo: 6-8 p.m., Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar. Free and open to the public. Info.: powine.com
ONGOING MEETINGS
Alcoholics Anonymous: 7 a.m., Attitude Adjustment (O, CW), Gardenia Center, Fourth and Church, Sandpoint; 10 a.m., Sober Soul Sisters (women’s meeting, O), Masonic Lodge, 600 Fourth St., Newport, Wash.; 7 p.m., How Hungry discussion (O), Blanchard Community Center, 685 Russo; 7 p.m., Step Study Group (C, W), Gardenia Center, Fourth and Church, Sandpoint; 7 p.m.(Mountain time zone), Troy Group (O, W), Troy Baptist Church, 725 E. Missoula Ave., Troy, Mont.; 7:30 p.m., Each Group S/B. Autonomous (O), United Methodist Church, 6568 Lincoln, Bonners Ferry. For additional information about Alcoholics Anonymous and to get a list of online AA meetings, please go to district14-aa.org. You can also call the District 14 AA Helpline at 1-800-326-2164.
Al-Anon Zoom meeting: Open to anyone concerned about or affected by someone else’s drinking; noon. For information on accessing these meetings, contact Kim at 208-304-7585
Al-Anon: Happy Solutions group is open to anyone concerned about or affected by someone else’s drinking. In-person meeting, noon, First Presbyterian Church, 417 N. Fourth Ave., Sandpoint. (Enter using door on Alder Street). Info.: Sharon, 208-263-2610
Life Choices Pregnancy Center: noon to 4 p.m., 502 N. Second Ave., main floor. Free pregnancy testing, obstetrical ultrasounds, option coaching and baby needs. Also, free parenting and Life Skills classes. Free and confidential. Information: 208-263-7621
Women’s Domestic Violence Support Group: Noon-1:30 p.m. Info: 208-263-0658.
Boy Scouts Troop 111: 7 p.m., Sandpoint Community Hall. Everyone welcome.
MONTHLY MEETINGS
Dover City Council: 6 p.m., Dover City Hall.
Edgemere Grange: 7:30 p.m., grange hall.
FRIDAY, Sept. 23
NEW ACTIVITIES
ACTIVITIES
Sandpoint Senior Center breakfast: 8:30 a.m., Sandpoint Senior Center, 820 Main St. For first-time visit, call 208-263-6860 to reserve a space.
Spiritual healing meditation service: 10:30 a.m.-noon, Gardenia Center, 400 Church St., Sandpoint. Free to all; no admittance after 11 a.m.
Senior Meal: Clark Fork-Hope Area Senior Center, 11:30 a.m.
Duplicate Bridge: 12:30 p.m., Clark Fork-Hope Area Senior Center, 10th and Cedar. Info: 208-266-1652.
Teen Craft & Create Club: teen hangout for all things creative; 1-3 p.m., East Bonner County Library District, Sandpoint branch, 1407 Cedar. Info.: ebonnerlibrary.org
Yoga for Teens: Syringa Creek Bldg. (north on Division near Baldy), 3:30-4:45 p.m.
St. Joseph’s Soup Kitchen: Free dinner, Lincoln and Ontario, 4 p.m.-6 p.m., St. Joseph’s. Everyone welcome.
Fridays with Huck L. Berry: live acoustic music; 5 p.m., Paddlers Alehouse, 100 Vermeer Drive.
Live music: 5-8 p.m., Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St. Info.: powine.com
Live music: 9 p.m.-midnight, 219 Lounge, 219 N. First Ave. Info.: 219.bar
ONGOING MEETINGS
Alcoholics Anonymous: 7 a.m., Attitude Adjustment (O, CW), Gardenia Center, Fourth and Church, Sandpoint; 7 p.m., Dry River Rats, St. Catherine Catholic Church, 393 Summit Boulevard, Priest River; 7 p.m., S.O.B.E.R. Sisters (O, W), Holy Trinity, 218 E. Missoula Ave., Troy, Mont.; 7 p.m., Attraction Not Promotion (O, CW), Gardenia Center, Fourth and Church; 7:30 p.m., Bonners Ferry Friday Night Group (O), United Methodist Church, 6568 Lincoln, Bonners Ferry. For additional information about Alcoholics Anonymous and to get a list of online AA meetings, please go to district14-aa.org. You can also call the District 14 AA Helpline at 1-800-326-2164.
Crisis Pregnancy Center: From 10 a.m.-2 p.m., 502 N. Second Ave, main floor. Free pregnancy testing, obstetrical ultrasounds, counseling and baby needs. Also free parenting and Life Skills classes. Call 263-7621.
Celebrate Recovery: Sandpoint Church of the Nazarene, Highway 95 N; dinner, 5:30 p.m.; meeting, 6 p.m. Recovery meeting for hurts, habits and hang-ups.
Narcotics Anonymous: 6 p.m., Sandpoint Church of God, 221 S. Division.
Table Talk: Public discussion group meeting, 7-9 p.m., Pie Hut, 502 Church St., Sandpoint. Discussion on “spiritual transformation.” Hosted by Linda Evans, Sandpoint Beguine Society.
SATURDAY, Sept. 24
NEW ACTIVITIES
Sandpoint Farmers Market: 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Farmin Park, Third and Oak. Fresh produce and more. Info.: sandpointfarmersmarket.com
Saturday Afternoon Dance: 1-4 p.m., Sandpoint Senior Center; everyone is welcome.
ACTIVITIES
Cardio Junkies: Sandpoint’s running club, 7 a.m., Joe’s Auto Body, Baldy Mountain Road. Info: Janet, 208-255-6102
Family Game Day: 1 p.m., Creations on the Cedar Street Bridge; ages 4 through adult. Demos and game-offs; drop-ins welcome.
Live music: 5-8 p.m., Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St. Info.: powine.com
ONGOING MEETINGS
Alcoholics Anonymous: 9 a.m., Attitude Adjustment (O, W), Church of God, 221 S. Division Ave., Sandpoint; 5 p.m. Close Encounters (O), AA literature study, Hospitality House, 216 S. Washington, Newport; 5:30 p.m., Women’s Meeting (O, CW), Sweet Magnolia’s Women’s Sober House, 502 Fourth Ave., Sandpoint; 7 p.m., Saturday Night Live (O, W), North Summit Church, 201 N. Division Ave., speaker meetings held the last Saturday of the month. For additional information about Alcoholics Anonymous and to get a list of online AA meetings, please go to district14-aa.org. You can also call the District 14 AA Helpline at 1-800-326-2164.
SUNDAY, Sept. 25
NEW ACTIVITIES
ACTIVITIES
Sandpoint Gun Club: trapshooting (open to public); limited free instruction available. 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Sandpoint Gun Club, Gun Club Road, about two miles west of May’s Honda in Sagle. Info.: 208-290-2990
Cookies, Coffee and Jesus: Informal Bible study, searching Scripture, answering questions, discovering truth; 9:30-10:30 a.m., Faith Evangelical Free Church, 2624 N. Boyer.
Sunday worship service: 10 a.m., Gardenia Center.
Sunday brewery brunch: 10 a.m., Matchwood Brewing, 513 Oak St. Info.: matchwoodbrewing.com
Weekly Service and discussion: 10-11:30 a.m., 100A Church Street.
MEETINGS
Alcoholics Anonymous: 8:45 a.m., Dry River Rats (O), St. Catherine Catholic Church, 393 Summit Boulevard, Priest River; 10:30 a.m., Sunday Morning Group (O, W), children welcome; Sandpoint Senior Center, 820 W. Main; Close Encounters (O), 7 p.m., Hospitality House, 216 S. Washington, Newport; 7 p.m., Living Sober (C), Gardenia Center, Fourth and Church; Big Book Study (O, CW, W), 7:30 p.m., Extension Office (behind the courthouse), Bonners Ferry. For additional information about Alcoholics Anonymous and to get a list of online AA meetings, please go to district14-aa.org. You can also call our District 14 AA Helpline at 1-800-326-2164.
New Start weight loss group: 1 p.m., Sandpoint Teen Center, corner of Division and Pine.
Narcotics Anonymous: 6 p.m., Tamarack Treatment, 710 Superior St., Suite D (upstairs).
ONGOING MEETINGS
Overeaters Anonymous: 8:30-9:30 a.m., Gardenia Center, Fourth & Church. All who desire to stop eating compulsively are welcome; no dues, fees, weigh-ins or diets. Info.: Jody, 513-263-0682
MONDAY, Sept. 26
NEW ACTIVITIES
ACTIVITIES
Monday Sewing Group: 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Bonner County Extension Office, 4205 N. Boyer.
Sandpoint Senior Center lunch: 11:30 a.m., includes salad bar; Sandpoint Senior Center, 820 Main St. Suggested donation of $5 for folks 60-plus, $8 for those under 60. Menus online at sandpointareaseniors.org. For first-time visit, call 208-263-6860 to reserve a space.
Sandpoint Teen Center: 2:30-5 p.m., Sandpoint Church of God, 221 S. Division Ave.; and Huckleberry Lanes, 120 S. Division Ave.
Community meal: Free hot meal, 4-6 p.m., Sandpoint Assembly of God Church, 423 N. Lincoln St., Sandpoint.
Community soup kitchen: 4-7 p.m., Hoot Owl Cafe. All welcome, no charge.
Fitness class: 5:30 p.m., Hope Community Center. Info.: Mike Ehredt, 208-360-9647 or
dr*******@ya***.com
Sandpoint Jr. Rifle Club: 6 p.m., Leo Hadley Range, 1114 Lake St. Open to anyone 11 years old and above. Instructors teach Olympic-style shooting with .22 rifles and three positions (prone, kneeling, standing). Gear provided; you supply ammunition.
Silent meditation: 1/2 hour, 7-7:30 p.m., Gardenia Center.
Blues jam: Open mic, 8 p.m., Eichardt’s Pub, 212 Cedar.
MEETINGS
Alcoholics Anonymous: 7 a.m., Attitude Adjustment (O, CW), Gardena Center, Fourth and Church; noon, Afternooner Big Book Study (O), Gardenia Center, Fourth and Church; 5:30 p.m., Men’s Meeting (C), Gardenia Center, Fourth and Church; Back to Basics (O, W, CW), 6 p.m., Masonic Lodge, 600 W. Fourth St., Newport; Lots of Hope (C), Memorial Community Center, Highway 200, Hope; Troy Group (O, W), 7 p.m. (Mountain time zone), Holy Trinity, 218 E. Missoula Ave., Troy, Mont.
TOPS ID 0208: weigh-in 9-9:25 a.m., 9:30-10:30 meeting; Gardenia Center, 400 Church St. TOPS’ mission is to support people as they take and keep off pounds sensibly. Info.:208-263-2528
Kiwanis Club: luncheon meeting, 12-1 p.m., Tango Cafe, 414 Church St. Info.: Dick Vail, 208-255-6642
Life Choices Pregnancy Center: noon to 4 p.m., 502 N. Second Ave., main floor. Free pregnancy testing, obstetrical ultrasounds, option coaching and baby needs. Also, free parenting and Life Skills classes. Free and confidential. Information: 208-263-7621
Sexaholics Anonymous: A 12-step program of recovery, noon meeting. Info: toll-free (866) 291-0914 or email
sa*********@ya***.com
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Al-Anon: Happy Solutions group is open to anyone concerned about or affected by someone else’s drinking. In-person meeting, 6 p.m., First Presbyterian Church, 417 N. Fourth Ave., Sandpoint. (Enter using door on Alder Street). Info.: Sharon, 208-263-2610
Stepping Into Freedom: A Christ-centered 12-step program, open session, Sandpoint Assembly of God Church, 6 p.m.
Overeaters Anonymous: 6:30 p.m., Boundary Community Hospital, 6640 Kaniksu St., Bonners Ferry; Fry Education Center, 6671 Kaniksu St. (across from the helipad). All who desire to stop eating compulsively are welcome. No dues, fees, weigh-ins or diets. Info.: 208-290-8172
Survivors of Suicide Support Group: 7-8 p.m., 608 S. Division Ave. Info.:208-265-5049
Narcotics Anonymous: 6 p.m., Sandpoint Church of God, 221 S. Division.
MONTHLY MEETINGS
Martha Chapter 34: Social Night, 6:30 p.m., Masonic Lodge, Second and Cedar in Sandpoint.
Sandpoint Lions Club: 7 p.m., Lions Den. Info: sandpointlionsclub.org
TUESDAY, Sept. 27
NEW ACTIVITIES
POP Tuesday mountain bike ride: 5:30 p.m., Schweitzer Mountain. All levels of riders are welcome. Info: pendoreillepedalers.com
ACTIVITIES
KFRY Morning Show: 8-9 a.m., with Phil and Julie, 88.5 FM.
Yoga: 8:30 a.m., Hope Community Center. Info.: Maria Alberg, 208-263-2084
DayBreak Center: adult respite care, 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., DayBreak Center, 820 Main St. Info.: 208-265-8127
Research day: Bonner County Historical Museum. Local history exhibits and research archive, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. each day or by appointment. Info: 208-263-2344.
Leo Hadley Indoor Range: 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 114 W. Lake St.; through April 12. Instruction available, .22 rimfire, rifle or pistol. Rangemasters Cliff Lanning, 265-4871; or Bill Moody, 208-290-6846.
Sandpoint Senior Center lunch: 11:30 a.m., includes salad bar; Sandpoint Senior Center, 820 Main St. Suggested donation of $5 for folks 60-plus, $8 for those under 60. Menus online at sandpointareaseniors.org. For first-time visit, call 208-263-6860 to reserve a space.
Pinochle: Clark Fork-Hope Area Senior Center, 1 p.m. Info: 266-1667.
Sandpoint Teen Center: 2:30-5 p.m., Sandpoint Church of God, 221 S. Division Ave.; and Huckleberry Lanes, 120 S. Division Ave.
Bonner Partners in Care Clinic: 5:30 p.m., Panhandle Health District office, 1020 Michigan, Sandpoint.
Pictionary: 6 p.m., Utara Brewing Co., 214 Pine St. Teams and individuals welcome.
Basic Bingo: Stoneridge Loft Restaurant, Blanchard, 6:30-9:30 p.m.
Trivia Night: 7-9 p.m., MickDuff’s Brewery. Enjoy a night of trivia, prizes awarded.
Night-Out Karaoke: hosted by DJ Webrix; 9 p.m.-midnight, 219 Lounge, 219 N. First Ave. Info.: 219.bar
MEETINGS
Ponderay Rotary: Breakfast meeting, 7 a.m. Tango Cafe, Columbia Bank building. All welcome.
Alcoholics Anonymous: 7 a.m., Attitude Adjustment (O, CW), Gardena Center, Fourth and Church; noon, Afternooner Big Book Study (O), Gardenia Center, Fourth and Church; 5:30 p.m., Men’s Meeting (C), Gardenia Center, Fourth and Church; Back to Basics (O, W, CW), 6 p.m., Masonic Lodge, 600 W. Fourth St., Newport; Lots of Hope (C), Memorial Community Center, Highway 200, Hope; Troy Group (O, W), 7 p.m. (Mountain time zone), Holy Trinity, 218 E. Missoula Ave., Troy, Mont.
Narcotics Anonymous: 6 p.m., Tamarack Treatment, 710 Superior St., Suite D (upstairs).
Life Choices Pregnancy Center: noon to 4 p.m., 502 N. Second Ave., main floor. Free pregnancy testing, obstetrical ultrasounds, option coaching and baby needs. Also, free parenting and Life Skills classes. Free and confidential. Information: 208-263-7621
Overeaters Anonymous: noon-1 p.m., Cocolalla Cowboy Church, 4281 Cocolalla Loop Road. No dues, no diets, no weigh-ins, no pressure. Info.: Linda G.,1-612-599-1096 or email,
ra**********@ju**.com
Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous: no fees, no dues, no weigh-ins; 6:30-8 p.m., First Lutheran Church, 526 Olive Ave., enter via green door facing Olive Avenue. Info.: Brenda, 208-255-9339
Bible Services: Teaching the unchanging truth of Jesus Christ: 7:30 p.m., the Sand Creek Center at the Meeting Place, 101 N. First Ave.
Heron Outreach Clinic: Open for drop-ins, Info: 1-406-847-8780.
MONTHLY MEETINGS
Northwest Circles Big View: 6 p.m. Contact Shirley for location, information, 208-255-2910.
PFLAG Sandpoint: game night/social event, 6:30-7:30 p.m., First Presbyterian Church, 417 N. Fourth Ave., Sandpoint. Info: 208-718-2388 or on Facebook at Pflag Sandpoint
WEDNESDAY, Sept. 28
NEW ACTIVITIES
Sandpoint Farmers Market: 3-5:30 p.m., Farmin Park, Fourth and Main. Fresh produce, live music, crafts and more.
Mountain Traders farmers market: 4-7 p.m., Mountain Traders, 490870 U.S. 95, Sandpoint. Info.: mountaintraders.net
ACTIVITIES
KFRY Morning Show: 8-9 a.m., with Chris and Suzy, 88.5 FM.
After God’s Heart: A community Bible study for women, 9-11 a.m., North Summit Church, September through May. Breaks for holidays and summer. Info.: AGHSandpoint.com
DayBreak Center: adult respite care, 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., DayBreak Center, 820 Main St. Info.: 208-265-8127
Bonner County Historical Museum: Open, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Small fee at door.
Morning Storytime: stories, activities, and crafts for kids; 10 a.m., Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St. Info.: 208-263-6930
Clark Fork Mother Goose: stories and rhymes for babies and caregivers with play time to follow. All welcome; 10:30 a.m., Clark Fork Library, 601 N. Main St. Info.: 208-266-1321
Sandpoint Senior Center lunch: 11:30 a.m., includes salad bar; Sandpoint Senior Center, 820 Main St. Suggested donation of $5 for folks 60-plus, $8 for those under 60. Menus online at sandpointareaseniors.org. For first-time visitors, call 208-263-6860 to reserve a space.
Soup social: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Gardenia Center. Social gathering and free homemade soup.
Senior Meal: Clark Fork-Hope Area Senior Center 11:30 a.m.
Duplicate bridge: Noon, Ponderay Event Center. Info and partnerships: 208-610-0620.
Party Bridge: Clark Fork-Hope Area Senior Center, 12:15 p.m. Info.: 208-266-1280.
Sandpoint Teen Center: 1:30-5 p.m.; Sandpoint Sandpoint Church of God, 221 S. Division Ave., and Huckleberry Lanes, 120 S Division Ave.
Bingo hour: 2-3 p.m., Alpine Vista Senior Apartments, 1705 Pine St. All welcome. Info.: 208-265-4446
For the Love of ART: 3 p.m., Creations on Cedar Street Bridge, $5. Explore all mediums, technical instruction; for ages 6 and above.
Cancer yoga: 4 p.m., Community Cancer Services, 1205 Highway 2, Suite 101B, Sandpoint. Cancer patients and caregivers welcome. Please call to make sure class is an appropriate fit. Info.: Cindy,, 208-255-2301
Open silent meditation: Doors open 4:45 p.m. to 6:15 p.m., Gardenia Room, Gardenia Center.
Fitness class: 5:30 p.m., Hope Community Center. Info.: Mike Ehredt, 1-208-360-9647 or
dr*******@ya***.com
Bingo: Sandpoint Senior Center, 6 p.m., 820 Main St. Have some fun and support local seniors. Info.: 208-263-6860
Wind Down Wednesday: 6-9 p.m., 219 Lounge, 219 N. First Ave.; live music with Truck Mills and a guest. Info.: 219.bar
Bingo Night: 6:30 p.m., MickDuff’s Brewing Company Beer Hall and Brewery, 220 Cedar St. Free game card for all. Info.: 208-209-6700.
Men’s Night: 7 p.m., Clark Fork-Hope Area Senior Center.
ONGOING MEETINGS
Alcoholics Anonymous: 7 a.m., Attitude Adjustment (O, CW), Gardenia Center, Fourth and Church; noon, Big Book Study (O), Grace Church, 208 First Ave., Sandpoint; 5:30 p.m., Women’s Meeting (O), Gardenia Center, Fourth and Church; 5:45 p.m., Beginner’s Meeting (O), Hospitality House, 216 S. Washington, Newport, Wash.; 7 p.m., The First One Hundred Sixty Four (C), Gardenia Center, Fourth and Church, Sandpoint; 7:30 p.m., Elmira/Naples 12×12 Study Group (O), United Methodist Church, 6558 Lincoln, Bonners Ferry. For additional information about Alcoholics Anonymous and to get a list of online AA meetings, please go to district14-aa.org. You can also call the District 14 AA Helpline at 1-800-326-2164.
Sandpoint Rotary Club: Noon, Tango Cafe, Panhandle State Bank building.
Life Choices Pregnancy Center: noon to 4 p.m., 502 N. Second Ave., main floor. Free pregnancy testing, obstetrical ultrasounds, option coaching and baby needs. Also, free parenting and Life Skills classes. Free and confidential. Information: 208-263-7621
A Course in Miracles: Study in a spiritual belief system, 5 p.m., Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St. Public welcome. Info.: Karen, 208-263-8949
Lake Pend Oreille Toastmasters Club: 5:30 p.m., Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St. Information: Debbie Ford, 208-283-9008 or
dd*********@gm***.com
Al-Anon Zoom meeting: Open to anyone concerned about or affected by someone else’s drinking; 6 p.m. For information on accessing these meetings, contact kim at 208-304-7585
Table Talk: Wednesday evening public book study and discussion group, 7-9 p.m., Pie Hut, 502 Church St., to share the importance of the Lost Life of the Heart. Hosted by Linda Evans, Sandpoint Beguine Society.
MONTHLY MEETINGS
American Legion and American Legion Auxiliary: VFW Hall, corner Pine and Division. For information, 208-263-2911.
Lake Pend Oreille Idaho Club: board meeting, 6:30 p.m., Connie’s. Focus on issues relating to Lake Pend Oreille. Info.: 208-264-5796.
American Legion Post 15: 6:30 p.m., VFW Hall, Division and Pine. Info.: 208-263-9183
THURSDAY, Sept. 29
NEW ACTIVITIES
ACTIVITIES
KFRY Morning Show: 8-9 a.m., with Jack and Jim, 88.5 FM.
DayBreak Center: adult respite care, 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., DayBreak Center, 820 Main St. Info.: 208-265-8127
Leo Hadley Indoor Range: 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 114 W. Lake St.; through April 12. Instruction available, .22 rimfire, rifle or pistol. Rangemasters Cliff Lanning, 208-265-4871; or Bill Moody, 208-290-6846.
Puppy Power Hour: 10:30 a.m., Pend Oreille Pet Lodge, 895 Kootenai Cutoff Road; supervised playgroup for dogs 12 weeks to six months. Info.: sandpointvets.com
Research day: Bonner County Historical Museum, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Crafting with Kids: 11 a.m., Creations on the Cedar Street Bridge. Drop-ins welcome, ages 1-8, small donation.
Sandpoint Senior Center lunch: 11:30 a.m., includes salad bar; Sandpoint Senior Center, 820 Main St. Suggested donation of $5 for folks 60-plus, $8 for those under 60. Menus online at sandpointareaseniors.org. For first-time visit, call 208-263-6860 to reserve a space.
Sandpoint Teen Center: 2:30-5 p.m., Sandpoint Church of God, 221 S. Division Ave.; and Huckleberry Lanes, 120 S. Division Ave.
Library Storytime: stories, activities, and crafts for kids; 3 p.m., Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St. Info.: 208-263-6930
Community meal: 4-6 p.m., United Methodist Church, Main and Boyer. All welcome to share food and fellowship.
Thursday trivia night: 5-8 p.m., Paddler’s Alehouse, 100 Vermeer Drive. Info.: paddlersalehouse.com
Fitness class: 5:30 p.m., Hope Community Center. Info.: Mike Ehredt, 208-360-9647 or
dr*******@ya***.com
Bonner Partners in Care Clinic: 5:30 p.m., Panhandle Health District office,1020 Michigan, Sandpoint.
Sagle Senior Center Bingo:: 5 p.m., doors open; 6 p.m., bingo starts; Sagle Senior Center, 650 Monarch Road, Sagle.
ONGOING MEETINGS
Alcoholics Anonymous: 7 a.m., Attitude Adjustment (O, CW), Gardenia Center, Fourth and Church, Sandpoint; 10 a.m., Sober Soul Sisters (women’s meeting, O), Masonic Lodge, 600 Fourth St., Newport, Wash.; 7 p.m., How Hungry discussion (O), Blanchard Community Center, 685 Russo; 7 p.m., Step Study Group (C, W), Gardenia Center, Fourth and Church, Sandpoint; 7 p.m.(Mountain time zone), Troy Group (O, W), Troy Baptist Church, 725 E. Missoula Ave., Troy, Mont.; 7:30 p.m., Each Group S/B. Autonomous (O), United Methodist Church, 6568 Lincoln, Bonners Ferry. For additional information about Alcoholics Anonymous and to get a list of online AA meetings, please go to district14-aa.org. You can also call the District 14 AA Helpline at 1-800-326-2164.
Al-Anon Zoom meeting: Open to anyone concerned about or affected by someone else’s drinking; noon. For information on accessing these meetings, contact Kim at 208-304-7585
Al-Anon: Happy Solutions group is open to anyone concerned about or affected by someone else’s drinking. In-person meeting, noon, First Presbyterian Church, 417 N. Fourth Ave., Sandpoint. (Enter using door on Alder Street). Info.: Sharon, 208-263-2610
Life Choices Pregnancy Center: noon to 4 p.m., 502 N. Second Ave., main floor. Free pregnancy testing, obstetrical ultrasounds, option coaching and baby needs. Also, free parenting and Life Skills classes. Free and confidential. Information: 208-263-7621
Women’s Domestic Violence Support Group: Noon-1:30 p.m. Info: 208-263-0658.
Boy Scouts Troop 111: 7 p.m., Sandpoint Community Hall. Everyone welcome.
MONTHLY MEETINGS
Survivors Rescue, Inc.: All breed equine rescue, rehabilitation and sanctuary group meeting, 6 p.m., 34101 Highway 200.
FRIDAY, Sept. 30
NEW ACTIVITIES
ACTIVITIES
Sandpoint Senior Center breakfast: 8:30 a.m., Sandpoint Senior Center, 820 Main St. For first-time visit, call 208-263-6860 to reserve a space.
Spiritual healing meditation service: 10:30 a.m.-noon, Gardenia Center, 400 Church St., Sandpoint. Free to all; no admittance after 11 a.m.
Senior Meal: Clark Fork-Hope Area Senior Center, 11:30 a.m.
Duplicate Bridge: 12:30 p.m., Clark Fork-Hope Area Senior Center, 10th and Cedar. Info: 208-266-1652.
Teen Craft & Create Club: teen hangout for all things creative; 1-3 p.m., East Bonner County Library District, Sandpoint branch, 1407 Cedar. Info.: ebonnerlibrary.org
Yoga for Teens: Syringa Creek Bldg. (north on Division near Baldy), 3:30-4:45 p.m.
St. Joseph’s Soup Kitchen: Free dinner, Lincoln and Ontario, 4 p.m.-6 p.m., St. Joseph’s. Everyone welcome.
Fridays with Huck L. Berry: live acoustic music; 5 p.m., Paddlers Alehouse, 100 Vermeer Drive.
Live music: 5-8 p.m., Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St. Info.: powine.com
Live music: 9 p.m.-midnight, 219 Lounge, 219 N. First Ave. Info.: 219.bar
ONGOING MEETINGS
Alcoholics Anonymous: 7 a.m., Attitude Adjustment (O, CW), Gardenia Center, Fourth and Church, Sandpoint; 7 p.m., Dry River Rats, St. Catherine Catholic Church, 393 Summit Boulevard, Priest River; 7 p.m., S.O.B.E.R. Sisters (O, W), Holy Trinity, 218 E. Missoula Ave., Troy, Mont.; 7 p.m., Attraction Not Promotion (O, CW), Gardenia Center, Fourth and Church; 7:30 p.m., Bonners Ferry Friday Night Group (O), United Methodist Church, 6568 Lincoln, Bonners Ferry. For additional information about Alcoholics Anonymous and to get a list of online AA meetings, please go to district14-aa.org. You can also call the District 14 AA Helpline at 1-800-326-2164.
Crisis Pregnancy Center: From 10 a.m.-2 p.m., 502 N. Second Ave, main floor. Free pregnancy testing, obstetrical ultrasounds, counseling and baby needs. Also free parenting and Life Skills classes. Call 263-7621.
Celebrate Recovery: Sandpoint Church of the Nazarene, Highway 95 N; dinner, 5:30 p.m.; meeting, 6 p.m. Recovery meeting for hurts, habits and hang-ups.
Narcotics Anonymous: 6 p.m., Sandpoint Church of God, 221 S. Division.
Table Talk: Public discussion group meeting, 7-9 p.m., Pie Hut, 502 Church St., Sandpoint. Discussion on “spiritual transformation.” Hosted by Linda Evans, Sandpoint Beguine Society.
SATURDAY, Oct. 1
NEW ACTIVITIES
Sandpoint Farmers Market: 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Farmin Park, Third and Oak. Fresh produce and more. Info.: sandpointfarmersmarket.com
ACTIVITIES
Cardio Junkies: Sandpoint’s running club, 7 a.m., Joe’s Auto Body, Baldy Mountain Road. Info: Janet, 208-255-6102
Family Game Day: 1 p.m., Creations on the Cedar Street Bridge; ages 4 through adult. Demos and game-offs; drop-ins welcome.
Live music: 5-8 p.m., Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St. Info.: powine.com
ONGOING MEETINGS
Alcoholics Anonymous: 9 a.m., Attitude Adjustment (O, W), Church of God, 221 S. Division Ave., Sandpoint; 5 p.m. Close Encounters (O), AA literature study, Hospitality House, 216 S. Washington, Newport; 5:30 p.m., Women’s Meeting (O, CW), Sweet Magnolia’s Women’s Sober House, 502 Fourth Ave., Sandpoint; 7 p.m., Saturday Night Live (O, W), North Summit Church, 201 N. Division Ave., speaker meetings held the last Saturday of the month. For additional information about Alcoholics Anonymous and to get a list of online AA meetings, please go to district14-aa.org. You can also call the District 14 AA Helpline at 1-800-326-2164.
SUNDAY, Oct. 2
NEW ACTIVITIES
ACTIVITIES
Sandpoint Gun Club: trapshooting (open to public); limited free instruction available. 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Sandpoint Gun Club, Gun Club Road, about two miles west of May’s Honda in Sagle. Info.: 208-290-2990
Cookies, Coffee and Jesus: Informal Bible study, searching Scripture, answering questions, discovering truth; 9:30-10:30 a.m., Faith Evangelical Free Church, 2624 N. Boyer.
Sunday worship service: 10 a.m., Gardenia Center.
Sunday brewery brunch: 10 a.m., Matchwood Brewing, 513 Oak St. Info.: matchwoodbrewing.com
Weekly Service and discussion: 10-11:30 a.m., 100A Church Street.
MEETINGS
Alcoholics Anonymous: 8:45 a.m., Dry River Rats (O), St. Catherine Catholic Church, 393 Summit Boulevard, Priest River; 10:30 a.m., Sunday Morning Group (O, W), children welcome; Sandpoint Senior Center, 820 W. Main; Close Encounters (O), 7 p.m., Hospitality House, 216 S. Washington, Newport; 7 p.m., Living Sober (C), Gardenia Center, Fourth and Church; Big Book Study (O, CW, W), 7:30 p.m., Extension Office (behind the courthouse), Bonners Ferry. For additional information about Alcoholics Anonymous and to get a list of online AA meetings, please go to district14-aa.org. You can also call our District 14 AA Helpline at 1-800-326-2164.
New Start weight loss group: 1 p.m., Sandpoint Teen Center, corner of Division and Pine.
Narcotics Anonymous: 6 p.m., Tamarack Treatment, 710 Superior St., Suite D (upstairs).
ONGOING MEETINGS
Overeaters Anonymous: 8:30-9:30 a.m., Gardenia Center, Fourth & Church. All who desire to stop eating compulsively are welcome; no dues, fees, weigh-ins or diets. Info.: Jody, 513-263-0682
MONDAY, Oct. 3
NEW ACTIVITIES
ACTIVITIES
Monday Sewing Group: 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Bonner County Extension Office, 4205 N. Boyer.
Sandpoint Senior Center lunch: 11:30 a.m., includes salad bar; Sandpoint Senior Center, 820 Main St. Suggested donation of $5 for folks 60-plus, $8 for those under 60. Menus online at sandpointareaseniors.org. For first-time visit, call 208-263-6860 to reserve a space.
Sandpoint Teen Center: 2:30-5 p.m., Sandpoint Church of God, 221 S. Division Ave.; and Huckleberry Lanes, 120 S. Division Ave.
Community meal: Free hot meal, 4-6 p.m., Sandpoint Assembly of God Church, 423 N. Lincoln St., Sandpoint.
Community soup kitchen: 4-7 p.m., Hoot Owl Cafe. All welcome, no charge.
Fitness class: 5:30 p.m., Hope Community Center. Info.: Mike Ehredt, 208-360-9647 or
dr*******@ya***.com
Sandpoint Jr. Rifle Club: 6 p.m., Leo Hadley Range, 1114 Lake St. Open to anyone 11 years old and above. Instructors teach Olympic-style shooting with .22 rifles and three positions (prone, kneeling, standing). Gear provided; you supply ammunition.
Silent meditation: 1/2 hour, 7-7:30 p.m., Gardenia Center.
Blues jam: Open mic, 8 p.m., Eichardt’s Pub, 212 Cedar.
MEETINGS
Alcoholics Anonymous: 7 a.m., Attitude Adjustment (O, CW), Gardena Center, Fourth and Church; noon, Afternooner Big Book Study (O), Gardenia Center, Fourth and Church; 5:30 p.m., Men’s Meeting (C), Gardenia Center, Fourth and Church; Back to Basics (O, W, CW), 6 p.m., Masonic Lodge, 600 W. Fourth St., Newport; Lots of Hope (C), Memorial Community Center, Highway 200, Hope; Troy Group (O, W), 7 p.m. (Mountain time zone), Holy Trinity, 218 E. Missoula Ave., Troy, Mont.
TOPS ID 0208: weigh-in 9-9:25 a.m., 9:30-10:30 meeting; Gardenia Center, 400 Church St. TOPS’ mission is to support people as they take and keep off pounds sensibly. Info.:208-263-2528
Kiwanis Club: luncheon meeting, 12-1 p.m., Tango Cafe, 414 Church St. Info.: Dick Vail, 208-255-6642
Life Choices Pregnancy Center: noon to 4 p.m., 502 N. Second Ave., main floor. Free pregnancy testing, obstetrical ultrasounds, option coaching and baby needs. Also, free parenting and Life Skills classes. Free and confidential. Information: 208-263-7621
Sexaholics Anonymous: A 12-step program of recovery, noon meeting. Info: toll-free (866) 291-0914 or email
sa*********@ya***.com
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Al-Anon: Happy Solutions group is open to anyone concerned about or affected by someone else’s drinking. In-person meeting, 6 p.m., First Presbyterian Church, 417 N. Fourth Ave., Sandpoint. (Enter using door on Alder Street). Info.: Sharon, 208-263-2610
Stepping Into Freedom: A Christ-centered 12-step program, open session, Sandpoint Assembly of God Church, 6 p.m.
Overeaters Anonymous: 6:30 p.m., Boundary Community Hospital, 6640 Kaniksu St., Bonners Ferry; Fry Education Center, 6671 Kaniksu St. (across from the helipad). All who desire to stop eating compulsively are welcome. No dues, fees, weigh-ins or diets. Info.: 208-290-8172
Survivors of Suicide Support Group: 7-8 p.m., 608 S. Division Ave. Info.:208-265-5049
Narcotics Anonymous: 6 p.m., Sandpoint Church of God, 221 S. Division.
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