January 2012

6-27 Starlight Junior Race Series. Local race series at Schweitzer takes place on Friday nights in January. Schweitzer.com. 208-263-9555

14 Bonner Mall Winter Carnival Chili Cook-Off and Candy-o-Rama. The Bonner Mall in Ponderay hosts a Winter Carnival Chili Cook-Off and Candy-o-Rama as fundraisers for the Make A Wish Foundation. Come out and enjoy samples! 208-263-4272

14-16 Schweitzer MLK Weekend Celebration. Schweitzer hosts family-friendly events. Schweitzer.com. 208-263-9555

21 Cougar Gulch Cross Country Race. Schweitzer hosts Nordic event. Schweitzer.com. 208-263-9555

26-28 Banff Mountain Film Festival. The Panida hosts Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour, a three-day screening event of the world's best mountain films. Buy your tickets early, as this event sells out every year! Panida.org. 208-263-9191

28-29 USASA Races. Schweitzer hosts two-day United States of America Snowboard Association competition which includes alpine and slopestyle events for both snowboarders and skiers. Schweitzer.com. 208-263-9555

February 2012

3-March 2 Starlight Racing. Friday night races at Schweitzer, followed by parties in Taps. Schweitzer.com. 208-263-9555

4 Pied Piper. Pend Oreille Arts Council welcomes back the Missoula Children’s Theatre for another splendid production featuring talented young local actors. Performances are at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. in the Panida. ArtinSandpoint.org. 208-263-6139

7 The Good Lovelies. Mixing folk roots with western swing, The Good Lovelies is a show that’s funny and upbeat with just a pinch of sass. Enjoy textbook three-part harmonies and witty on-stage banter. Performance is at 7 p.m. in the Panida. ArtinSandpoint.org. 208-265-ARTS

17-26 Sandpoint Winter Carnival. Annual celebration includes family-friendly winter events including Ski Joring at the fairgrounds, K-9 Keg Pull, Rail Jam and more. SandpointWinterCarnival.com. 208-263-0887

23 Taste of Sandpoint. Sample delicious "bites" of gourmet treats from area restaurants, sponsored by the Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce. SandpointChamber.org.

24-25 Outrageous Air Show. Olympic skiers join local talent in a big air show at Schweitzer. Crazy themed parties follow in Taps. Schweitzer.com. 208-263-9555

25 SHS Grad Night Auction. Sandpoint Events Center hosts the annual Grad Night Auction featuring a catered dinner plus live and silent auctions. Proceeds fund the end-of-the-year Grad Night for Sandpoint High School seniors.

March 2012

2 Student Art Show. POAC opens annual show with a reception at 5:30 p.m. in the Old Power House. Exhibit runs through April 9. ArtinSandpoint.org. 208-263-6139

2-3, 9-10 The Follies. Angels over Sandpoint celebrate the 10th anniversary of The Follies with shows at 8 p.m. (doors open at 7 p.m.) in the Panida. This charitable fundraiser is filled with zany acts, and to commemorate the 10th anniversary they will be bringing back all-time favorites as well as new performers. Warning: This show is definitely not for the easily offended; must be 21 to attend. Tickets are $25. AngelsOverSandpoint.org. 877-544-4399

3 Deschutes Base Camp for Beer Fanatics. Deschutes Brewery pours beer at multiple locations throughout Schweitzer, combined with fun competitions and activities for this hilarious “base camp.” Schweitzer.com. 208-263-9555

10 Vertical Express for Can Do MS. Annual event at Schweitzer to benefit the Heuga Center for Multiple Sclerosis. Schweitzer.com. 208-263-9555

11 Grom Stomp. Schweitzer hosts a grom-sized slopestyle and boardercross competition for those ages 6-11. Schweitzer.com. 263-9555

16-18 Stomp Games. Region’s best riders compete for serious prizes while spectators are treated to phenomenal stunts at Schweitzer. Schweitzer.com. 263-9555

30 Boston Brass. Pend Oreille Arts Council presents the Boston Brass, at 7:30 p.m. in the Panida Theater, as part of the Performance Arts Series. For nearly 25 years, Boston Brass has set out to establish a one-of-a-kind musical experience with classical arrangements, jazz standards and the best of the original brass quintet repertoire. Tickets available through POAC (ArtinSandpoint.org). 208-263-6139

30-31 24 Hours of Schweitzer. Fourth annual 24-hour ski-a-thon begins Friday and ends Saturday, raising funds for cystinosis research. 24HoursforHank.org. 208-263-9555

April 2012

7-8 Tropical Daze. Season-ending festival at Schweitzer, including Pond Skimming and Rotary Ducky Derby on Saturday, and the Downhill Dummy Derby on Sunday. Schweitzer.com. 208-263-9555

14-15 PBCA Home and Garden Show. The Bonner County Fairgrounds hosts the Home and Garden Show, sponsored by the Panhandle Building Contractors Association. The two-day event features more than 50 vendors for your home and garden projects. Free admission. PanhandleBCA.com. 208-263-4367

20 Diamonds in the Rough. POAC art opening reception, 5:30 p.m. in the Old Power House. Exhibit runs through June 15. ArtinSandpoint.org. 208-263-6139

28-May 6 K&K Spring Fishing Derby. Lake Pend Oreille Idaho Club’s annual spring fishing contest. LPOIC.org. 208-264-5796

May 2012

Every Saturday and Wednesday, May through Oct.: Sandpoint Farmers Market. This open-air market of fresh produce, garden starts, handcrafts, flowers, food and music runs for the season at Farmin Park.

5 High Tea. Angels Over Sandpoint host an elegant High Tea fundraiser. AngelsOverSandpoint.org. 877-544-4399

17-20 Lost in the ’50s. Annual retro celebration in Sandpoint includes a downtown classic car parade and show, rock 'n' roll concerts at the fairgrounds, and more. Lostinthe50s.org. 208-265-LOST

19 Bicycle Film Festival. The Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., hosts the Bicycle Film Festival at 7:30 p.m. as part of Sandpoint Bike Week. 208-263-9191

26-Sept. 1 Summer Sounds at Park Place. Free concert series with shows every Saturday, Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend at Park Place stage, First and Cedar. ArtinSandpoint.org. 208-263-6139

June 2012

2 CHaFE 150. Sponsored by Panhandle Alliance for Education, this annual benefit ride takes bicyclists on a 150-mile route through Idaho and Montana - or opt for the 1/2 CHaFE at 80 miles. CHaFE150.org. 208-263-7040

7 SHS Spring Fling. Sandpoint High School's Choir Department presents the 2012 Annual Spring Fling in the Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave. Panida.org. 208-263-9191

22 ArtWalk. POAC sponsors 26th annual revolving art exhibit starting with opening receptions at 20 or so downtown galleries; art exhibits remain on display through September. ArtinSandpoint.org. 208-263-6139

22 Relay for Life. The Bonner County Fairgrounds hosts the annual American Cancer Society Relay for Life event for northern Idaho, with proceeds benefitting local cancer efforts. RelayforLife.org/bonnerid. 520-404-5391

28 Summer Sampler. Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce hosts the 7th Annual Summer Sampler at Farmin Park. Taste fine cuisine from area restaurants, plus enjoy cook-offs and live music. SandpointChamber.org. 800-800-2106

29-30 The Music Man. Sandpoint Onstage production of the beloved musical The Music Man, directed by Deborah McShane, with performances at the Panida Theater. Also July 6-8, 13-14. SandpointOnstage.com.

30 Schweitzer Summer Celebration. Summer season opener with free chairlift rides, family activities and wine tasting. Schweitzer.com. 208-263-9555

Sand Creek Paddlers Challenge. Sandpoint Parks and Recreation sponsors canoe and kayak race up Sand Creek and back from City Beach. 208-263-3613

Pend d'Oreille Winery Anniversary Weekend Bash. Pend d'Oreille Winery, 220 Cedar St., hosts an Anniversary Bash with live music and dancing, plus wine and merchandise specials. POWine.com. 208-265-8545

July 2012

4 Fourth of July Celebration. Sandpoint Lions Club sponsors parades downtown in the morning; stage performances and a raffle follow at City Beach in the afternoon, plus a fireworks show at dusk. 208-263-0887

6-8, 13-14 The Music Man. Sandpoint Onstage production of the beloved musical The Music Man, directed by Deborah McShane, with performances at the Panida Theater. SandpointOnstage.com.

8 Jacey's Race. Competitive 5k race for runners and walkers, and 1k fun run for kids benefits local children with cancer or life-threatening illnesses. JaceysRace.org.

12 Festival at Sandpoint Art Unveiling. Fine art poster for the festival unveiled at Dover Bay. FestivalatSandpoint.com. 208-265-4554 

13-15 Sandpoint Wooden Boat Festival. Classic wooden boats, water-themed activities, contests and more along Sand Creek; sponsored by Inland Empire Antique & Classic Boat Society and DSBA. WoodBoatFestival.com. 208-255-1876

13-15 Sandpoint SummerFest. The Eureka Mountain Center hosts the 17th annual SummerFest community music, arts and culture festival with a focus on local, sustainable and handmade. Eureka-Institute.org. 208-265-4000

21 Mountain Music Festival. Outdoor concerts on the mountain, plus family activities, at Schweitzer Mountain Resort. Schweitzer.com. 208-263-9555

28 Crazy Days. Downtown merchants offer big deals in annual sidewalk sale. Sponsored by Downtown Sandpoint Business Association. DowntownSandpoint.com. 208-255-1876

Great Inventors and Aviators at the Bird Museum. The Bird Aviation and Invention Museum in Sagle hosts a fly-in, plus meet and greet the aviators and inventors. BirdAviationMuseum.com. 208-255-4321 

Great Sandpoint Flat Water Regatta. Rotary Club hosts fun day of canoe and kayak races from Bridge Street, with five different classes of races offered. 208-946-6079

Annual Bodacious BBQ. Hope's Memorial Community Center hosts the 29th annual Bodacious BBQ. 208-264-5481

Dover Bay Days. Join Dover Bay community for two days of tours, food, music, shopping and much more. Bring the family and enjoy kayaking, hiking, biking, and beach fun while visiting incredible food booths and browse displays showcasing local craftsmen, retail outlets and services. 208-263-5493

August 2012

2-12 Festival at Sandpoint. Sit under the stars and enjoy the annual Festival at Sandpoint, an internationally renowned outdoor concert series on the lawn at Memorial Field. FestivalatSandpoint.com. 208-265-4554

3-5 Northwest YogaFest. The Eureka Mountain Center hosts three days of yoga, camping, music, dance and more featuring teachers and musicians from across the Northwest. Eureka-Institute.org.

4 Long Bridge Swim. Hundreds of swimmers compete in a 1.76-mile swim across Lake Pend Oreille during this 18th annual event. Visit LongBridgeSwim.com for details. 208-265-5412

5 Schweitzer Huckleberry Festival. Celebration in honor of the native huckleberry includes activities, food and more. Schweitzer.com. 208-263-9555

10-12, 17-19 Artists' Studio Tour. The 10th annual self-guided driving tour of working studios through North Idaho. ArtTourDrive.org.

11 Wings Over Sandpoint Fly-In. Regional pilots fly into Sandpoint Airport or into Dover Bay, for seaplanes, and hold a breakfast and aircraft display. Sponsored by the Sandpoint EAA Chapter 1441. 208-255-9954

11-12 Arts & Crafts Fair. POAC's annual juried art exhibit at Sandpoint City Beach, with artists’ booths, kids' activities and more. ArtinSandpoint.org. 208-263-6139

11-12 Festival of Quilts. The Panhandle Piecemakers Quilt Guild presents the Festival of Quilts in the Sandpoint Community Hall, 204 S. First Ave., 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. $3 admission; children under 12 free. 208-263-1113

17-18 Spokane-to-Sandpoint Relay Race. "The Scenic Relay Race" where runners begin atop Mt. Spokane, and teams of 12 make their way 185 miles through 15 cities en route to the finish line at Sandpoint's City Beach. At mile 118, participants take a plunge on Silverwood's Tremors roller coaster! SpokanetoSandpoint.com. 509-346-1440

17-18, 21-25 Bonner County Fair and Rodeo. Annual rodeo takes place Aug. 17-18, followed by the annual Bonner County Fair Aug. 21-25 at the Bonner County Fairgrounds. A Demolition Derby finishes up the fun Aug. 25. 208-263-8414

Twilight Bike Racing Series. Weekly races and after-event parties Wednesdays in August at Schweitzer. Schweitzer.com. 208-263-9555 

September 2012

1-2 Schweitzer Fall Fest. Schweitzer's annual outdoor music festival, with live performances, discounted chairlift rides, kids' activities and microbrews. Schweitzer.com. 208-263-9555

1-2 Coaster Classic Car Show. Silverwood Theme Park, 30 miles south of Sandpoint on Highway 95, hosts one of the largest classic car shows in the region. SilverwoodThemePark.com. 208-683-3400

7-9 Harvest Party. Pend d'Oreille Winery's annual event with family-friendly activities, food sampling, wine tasting and live music. POWine.com. 208-265-8545

8-9 Cycling for Cystinosis. 24 Hours for Hank, a nonprofit foundation to help raise funds for cystinosis, hosts the annual 24-hour bike relay fundraiser Cycling for Cystinosis. 24HoursforHank.org.

16 Scenic Half. Presented by the Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce, this fourth annual event features a half marathon, plus 10k and 5k fun runs. Proceeds benefit the Bonner Community Food Bank. ScenicHalf.com. 208-263-0887

17-22 WaCanId Ride. Tour two states and one province on the fourth annual 340-mile/550-kilometer WaCanId Ride, presented by the International Selkirk Loop and Rotary International. WaCanId.org. 888-823-2626

20-23 Idaho Draft Horse and Mule International. The Northwest's largest draft horse and mule expo at the Bonner County Fairgrounds. IdahoDraftHorseShow.com. 208-263-8414 

Pend Oreille Soccer Cup. Soccer tournament invite at area parks with teams from across the region and Canada.

October 2012

13 Harvest Fest. The Sandpoint Farmers Market closes out the season with Harvest Fest from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., featuring entertainment, food booths, arts and crafts, and displays at Farmin Park. SandpointFarmersMarket.com. 208-597-3355

20 Health and Safety Fair. Bonner County Fairgrounds hosts the Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce's annual Health and Safety Fair in the main exhibition building. Free and open to the public. SandpointChamber.org. 208-263-2106

Library Wine Weekend. Pend d'Oreille Winery, 220 Cedar St., hosts a Library Wine Weekend where the public is invited to taste Pend d'Oreille Winery's past vintages. POWine.com. 208-265-8545

Warren Miller Ski Film. Annual event at the Panida Theater, sponsored by The Alpine Shop. 208-263-5157

All Bonner County Bazaar. Annual arts and crafts festival and sale at Sandpoint Community Hall. 208-263-3400

Weekends in October - Scarywood Haunted Nights. Silverwood Theme Park, 30 miles south of Sandpoint on Highway 95, turns into Scarywood during the month of October. If you thought a haunted house was scary, try an entire theme park of horror! ScarywoodHaunt.com. 208-683-3400

November 2012

17 Holly Eve. Holiday fashion show and gala benefit for the Panida and Festival at Sandpoint, with champagne, hors d'oeuvres and entertainment. 208-263-9191

17-21, 23-25 K&K Thanksgiving Fishing Derby. Lake Pend Oreille Idaho Club's annual fall fishing contest (exact dates yet to be determined). Visit LPOIC.org for more information. 208-448-1365

23-24 Holiday Barrel Tasting. Pend d'Oreille Winery, 220 Cedar St., hosts their Holiday Barrel Tasting. Come in and taste the future of Pend d'Oreille Winery, plus enjoy wine and merchandise specials. 208-265-8545

23-Jan. 1 Holidays in Sandpoint. Traditional tree lighting ceremony and caroling opens the holiday season in Sandpoint, followed by store specials. Sponsored by Downtown Sandpoint Business Association. 208-255-1876

December 2012

24 Santa's Traditional Schweitzer Visit. Santa hits the slopes and then stops off at the Selkirk Lodge on Christmas Eve. Schweitzer.com. 208-263-9555

31 New Year's Eve. Schweitzer hosts parties to usher in the new year at Taps and other locations at the resort. Schweitzer.com. 208-263-9555. In town, the Angels Over Sandpoint hold their annual New Year's Eve Bash, "The Semi Normal Semi Formal," with a silent auction, refreshments and more. 208-266-0503

Christmas Home Tour. Tour beautifully decorated homes; proceeds benefit The Healing Garden at Bonner General Hospital.