Here is what’s coming up in May

20 Organic Gardening Workshop Series - Planning the Garden. Greentree Naturals Certified Organic Farm hosts a Planning the Garden workshop from 10 a.m to 12:30 p.m. as part of the Organic Gardening Workshop Series. Learn about preparing the soil for planting; direct seeding and transplanting; companion planting; intercropping and crop rotation; record keeping, garden maps and succession planting are all a part of planning for a successful harvest. Cost is $25; learn more at GreentreeNaturals.com or call 208-263-8957. The series is scheduled every other Monday during the growing season, May 6 through July 29.

21 Introduction to Adobe Photoshop. In conjunction with Sandpoint Folk School, Bill Waters offers an Introduction to Adobe Photoshop.  Class is from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Waters' photography office at 1203 Michigan St. Suite 3. Class fee is $25. For more information, contact Waters at 208-597-4541 or e-mail imageman56@yahoo.com. SandpointFolkSchool.com.

22 Transition into Summer Autism Discussion. Join Team Autism 24/7 and All About Kids, OT, as they discuss Transition into Summer, from 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. in the Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St. Topics will include daily schedule and routines, sensory issues, activities to explore, problem solving and calming strategies. Free and open to the public; child care provided. TeamAutism247.com.

23 Emotional Freedom Technique. In conjunction with Sandpoint Folk School, Kay Walker offers Emotional Freedom Technique Level II with discussion and group practice. This is the second class in a series of three. EFT is a tapping technique that helps a person shift out of physical pain and fear or old responses that no longer serve the person. Class is from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Evans Brothers Coffee, 524 Church St. Class fee is $10 each, or $25 for the series. For more information, contact Walker at 208-610-5525 or e-mail kay@shiftingintobalance.com. SandpointFolkSchool.com.

24 Inventing Idaho Presentation. On March 4, 2013, Idaho launched its commemoration of the 150th anniversary of Idaho, recognizing the day President Abraham Lincoln created Idaho Territory. Keith Petersen, the associate director of the Idaho State Historical Society and Idaho’s state historian, will present a lively talk on Idaho’s territorial era of 1863-1890, a period when Idaho invented itself. The presentation will be held at 7 p.m. in the Boundary County Museum's Portrait Hall. Free and open to the public; donations accepted. 208-267-7720

25 Kinnikinnick Native Plant Society Presentation. Sandpoint Community Hall, 204 S. First Ave., hosts the Kinnikinnick Native Plant Society presentation from 9:45 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. District Ranger Erick Walker will describe the Sandpoint Ranger District’s partnership with the National Forest Foundation (NFF) to accelerate restoration in the Lightning Creek Watershed through NFF’s Treasured Landscapes, Unforgettable Experiences campaign. Free admission; the public is welcome. Sponsored by the Kinnikinnick Native Plant Society and Sandpoint Parks and Recreation. For more information, visit NativePlantSociety.org or visit them on Facebook. 208-597-7141

25 Talk with Intention. In conjunction with Sandpoint Folk School, Joy Stevens, CTC, NlPP, offers Talk With Intention, a one-day workshop from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 107 First St. in downtown Sandpoint. This workshop will give you greater influence as you converse with friends, family and colleagues. Class fee is $50 including workbook. For more information, contact Stevens at 208-610-6988 or e-mail joy@healthyrealizations.com. SandpointFolkSchool.com.

25 Creative Writing Workshop. In conjunction with Sandpoint Folk School, Rebecca McCormick offers a Creative Writing Workshop from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Evans Brothers Coffee, 524 Church St. McCormick is presenting a weekly writing workshop that will explore the participants’ interests, talents and skills. Class fee is $25. For more information, contact McCormick at 208-671-6609 or e-mail rebamccormick@gmail.com.

25-26 Wilderness First Aid. Longleaf Wilderness Medicine hosts a two-day Wilderness First Aid course. Participants will learn how to assess patients, provide basic life support, treat common injuries and illness, and decide when to call for more help. Also learn strategies for prevention of injuries, as well as hands-on skills like splinting, wound care and managing spine injuries. Cost is $175. Registration required; go to LongleafMedical.com, e-mail jason.luthy@longleafmedical.com, or call 251-210-8823.

26 Improvisation in Life and Art. In conjunction with Sandpoint Folk School, Gail Locke offers Improvisation in Life and Art from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. in the Sandpoint Community Hall, 204 S. First Ave. Improvisation is a key to the imagination which may be applied by any actor to any given role or situation. Studying improvisational games teaches us that we can learn to play and play to learn, skills applicable to both theater and life. Locke studied then taught at Players Workshop of the Second City in Chicago, where she also coached Second City performers. Class fee is $10. For more information, contact Gail at 650-867-6625 or e-mail gail@gardenersdaughter.net. SandpointFolkSchool.com.

30 Emotional Freedom Technique. In conjunction with Sandpoint Folk School, Kay Walker offers Emotional Freedom Technique Level III with discussion and group practice. This is the third and final class of this series. EFT is a tapping technique that helps a person shift out of physical pain and fear or old responses that no longer serve the person. Class is from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Evans Brothers Coffee, 524 Church St. Class fees are $10 each or $25 or the series. For more information, contact Walker at 208-610-5525 or e-mail kay@shiftingintobalance.com. SandpointFolkSchool.com.

Here is what’s coming up in June

2 God and Health: A Free Public Lecture. Sandpoint Community Hall, 204 S. First Ave., hosts a lecture with Rob Gilbert at 3 p.m. called God and Health. Gilbert will discuss how the nature of God as divine Love can be a consistent healing Principle. Gilbert has a Master of Theology degree from Boston University School of Theology, where he majored in Biblical Studies. He is currently a Christian Science Practitioner. Gilbert has spoken to a variety of medical audiences on the practice of spiritual healing, to college classes in women's studies and alternative healing, high school classes on the subject of comparative religions, and in jails and prisons. Free admission. Sponsored by the Christian Science Society of Sandpoint. 208-856-0422

3 Organic Gardening Workshop Series - Fertilizing Organically. Greentree Naturals Certified Organic Farm hosts a Fertilizing Organically workshop from 10 a.m to 12:30 p.m. as part of the Organic Gardening Workshop Series. Fertile soil is the first step in increasing yields; examine your soil and its needs; learn how to amend your soil and improve its structure; review organic amendments, compost, manures, organic matter and foliar feeding; learn how to take a soil sample.  Participants will test soil from their own garden to determine basic NPK and receive a composting wheel chart. Cost is $25; learn more at GreentreeNaturals.com or call 208-263-8957. The series is scheduled every other Monday during the growing season through July 29.

5 Introduction to Digital Photography. In conjunction with Sandpoint Folk School, Bill Waters offers an Introduction to Digital Photography.  Class is from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Waters' photography office at 1203 Michigan St. Suite 3. Bring your own camera or phone. Fee is $25. For more information, contact Waters at 208-597-4541 or e-mail imageman56@yahoo.com. SandpointFolkSchool.com.

6 Friends of the Library. Friends of the Library hosts a monthly program at noon in the Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St. This month's meeting topic is the Lake Pend d'Oreille Bay Trail, presented by Susan Drumheller of the Idaho Conservation League. Free and open to the public; refreshments will be served. 208-265-2665

6 Caregivers Support Group. The Daybreak Center, 820 Main St., hosts a monthly support group for caregivers of those with memory loss, dementia, Alzheimer’s or related disorders. Support group meets from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. on the first Thursday of each month; free care for loved one is provided during the meeting. 208-265-8127

6 Injectors Car Club Meeting. The Injectors Car Club holds a meeting at 7 p.m. (with dinner available at 6 p.m.) at Di Luna's Cafe. The public is welcome to attend. Call Gary at 208-263-9780 for more information or visit SandpointInjectors.com.

12 KRFY Panhandle Community Radio Annual Meeting. The Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St., hosts the KRFY Panhandle Community Radio Annual Meeting at 5 p.m. The purpose of the meeting is to update community members on the status of the station, where it currently stands, and where it will be heading in the future. The public is encouraged to attend, and will be given the opportunity to provide public comment and ask questions. 208-265-2992

12 Introduction to Adobe Photoshop. In conjunction with Sandpoint Folk School, Bill Waters offers an Introduction to Adobe Photoshop.  Class is from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Waters' photography office at 1203 Michigan St. Suite 3. Class fee is $25. For more information, contact Waters at 208-597-4541 or e-mail imageman56@yahoo.com. SandpointFolkSchool.com.

17 Organic Gardening Workshop Series - Natural Weed Control. Greentree Naturals Certified Organic Farm hosts a Natural Weed Control workshop from 10 a.m to 12:30 p.m. as part of the Organic Gardening Workshop Series. On any organic garden or farm, particularly newly cultivated ground, it is likely that weed control commands a major part of the gardeners' time over the course of the season. We will look at using different types of organic mulches and weed prevention strategies used to control unwanted plants. Cost is $25; learn more at GreentreeNaturals.com or call 208-263-8957. The series is scheduled every other Monday during the growing season through July 29.

19-July 31 Forestry Shortcourse. A six-session program, Forestry Shortcourse, helps enrich forest landowners' understanding of forest ecology, silviculture, forest health, wildlife habitat, and other forestry topics. In the process, participants are coached by natural resource professionals on how to develop a management plan for their forest. Held on Wednesday mornings (skipping week of July 4), 9 a.m. to noon, June 19 to July 31, at the UI Extension office near the Bonner County Fairgrounds. $38 registration fee includes a binder of forest stewardship resource materials. Visit the website for more details. Pre-register by June 12 - 208-263-8511.

19 Introduction to Digital Photography. In conjunction with Sandpoint Folk School, Bill Waters offers an Introduction to Digital Photography Class from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Waters' photography office at 1203 Michigan St. Suite 3. Bring your own camera or phone. Fee is $25. For more information, contact Waters at 208-597-4541 or e-mail imageman56@yahoo.com. SandpointFolkSchool.com.

19-23 Living In Spirit Women's Retreat. Spirit Vision Retreat Center hosts the Living in Spirit Women's Retreat for those needing a soul lift! Join author, artist and energy healer Julie Hutslar, and gain practical tools for energy management, staying balanced, connecting in authenticity, understanding relationships, seeing the best in self and others, and allowing yourself to be creative. Retreat is from 10 a.m. Wednesday, June 19, through noon Sunday, June 23. Sponsored by Luminous Epinoia, cost is $550. Learn more at JRHutslar.com or call 208-263-1448.

22 Kinnikinnick Native Plant Society. Sandpoint Community Hall hosts the Kinnikinnick Native Plant Society presentation Noxious Weeds - More Than Just Plants Out of Place from 9:45 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Local business owner and former BLM representative Ken Thacker will speak about weed identification and management options. Free admission, public welcome. Sponsored by the Kinnikinnick Native Plant Society and Sandpoint Parks and Recreation. NativePlantSociety.org. 208-597-7141

26 Introduction to Adobe Photoshop. In conjunction with Sandpoint Folk School, Bill Waters offers an Introduction to Adobe Photoshop Class from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Waters' photography office at 1203 Michigan St. Suite 3. Class fee is $25. For more information, contact Waters at 208-597-4541 or e-mail imageman56@yahoo.com. SandpointFolkSchool.com.

Here is what’s coming up in July

1 Organic Gardening Workshop Series - Natural Pest Management. Greentree Naturals Certified Organic Farm hosts a Natural Pest Management workshop from 10 a.m to 12:30 p.m. as part of the Organic Gardening Workshop Series. Learn to assess pro-active control practices, identification, natural pest formulas, trap/catch-cropping and plant-pest relationships for natural pest control. Learn how to make your own insect traps and natural insect sprays. Cost is $25; learn more at GreentreeNaturals.com or call 208-263-8957. The series is scheduled every other Monday during the growing season through July 29.

15 Organic Gardening Workshop Series - Harvesting the Bounty. Greentree Naturals Certified Organic Farm hosts a Harvesting the Bounty workshop from 10 a.m to 12:30 p.m. as part of the Organic Gardening Workshop Series. Discover techniques for optimum yields for vegetables, herbs, cut flowers and post harvest handling; how to get the most out of your garden harvest. We will also cover post-harvest handling to assure food safety guidelines are met. Cost is $25; learn more at GreentreeNaturals.com or call 208-263-8957. The series is scheduled every other Monday during the growing season through July 29.

29 Organic Gardening Workshop Series - Seed Saving. Greentree Naturals Certified Organic Farm hosts a Seed Saving workshop from 10 a.m to 12:30 p.m. as part of the Organic Gardening Workshop Series. By saving seed from your garden, you can produce plants best suited to your specific site and micro-climate; we will discuss plant selection, hand pollination, seed cleaning and seed storage. Cost is $25; learn more at GreentreeNaturals.com or call 208-263-8957.