Big stomp, big prizes. Catch some of the gnarliest riding around when Schweitzer Mountain Resort hosts its popular Stomp Games, Friday, March 19 through Sunday, March 21. The region's best riders will be competing for serious cash prizes (over $8,000 in all!), and spectators are treated to some phenomenal stunts. Categories include Rail Jam, Slopestyle and Ridercross. This year's Stomp Games kick off with a Friday night Big Boot Stomp Session at 5:30 p.m., which is a jam-format competition on a single feature with two options. For more information on how to register and to see starting times - most events begin around midday - visit Schweitzer.com. 208-263-9555

Air of royalty. Sandpoint Onstage presents the dramatic comedy The Lion in Winter, playing at 7:30 p.m. Friday, March 19, and Saturday, March 20, in the Panida. Bringing the play to the stage is Ron Ragone and Deborah McShane as the tempestuous King Henry II and his indomitable queen, Eleanor of Aquitaine, as well as Eric Bond, Andrew Sorg, Alexander Bonds, Zachary Sabbah and Shanne Andrade. Musical accents include Gregorian chant by Mark Reiner and the lyrical magic of harpist Donna Brosh. The theater will be transformed into a 12th century setting, with spiced wine at intermission and servers in full costume. Directed by Teresa Pesce; $12 adults, $10 seniors and students, available at Eve's Leaves, Eichardt's and at the door. 208-265-2083

Here's what's happening in March!

17 KPND Ski & Board Party. Priest River Inn, 114 Main St. in Priest River, hosts the KPND Ski & Board Party. 208-448-1097

17 Five Minutes of Fame. Cafe Bodega at Foster's Crossing hosts Five Minutes of Fame beginning at 6:30 p.m. Last month's Five Minutes of Fame was well attended, with both new presenters and new audience members. We had a variety of poetry, prose, comedy and music, as well as a couple impromptu performances. Join us for a dynamite night!

18 Quad Shot of Laughter Improv Benefit. The Panida Theater hosts Quad Shot of Laughter, an improv show and benefit beginning at 6:30 p.m. All proceeds will be given to Jeremy Holzapel and his family as he undergoes upcoming cancer treatments. Admission is $15 per person, $40 per family, and $5 for kids ages 12 and under; purchase tickets at Spud's and Eichardt's. Panida.org. 208-263-9191

19 Winery Music. Pend d'Oreille Winery, 220 Cedar St., hosts live music from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. featuring Josh Hedlund, a soulful singer and songwriter with a soft, sweet, mellow sound. POWine.com. 208-265-8545

19 POAC's Annual Student Art Show Opening Reception. Pend Oreille Arts Council opens the annual Student Art Show with a reception from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the POAC Gallery inside the Power House, 120 E. Lake St. This highly anticipated event is free and open to the public; light refreshments will be served. The multimedia exhibit features the work of art students and art instructors from Sandpoint High School, Sandpoint Middle School, Sandpoint Charter School, Lake Pend Oreille High School, Priest River/Lamanna High School, Waldorf School, and several home-schooled youth. Many works will be for sale, and proceeds directly benefit school art programs. The exhibit will be on display through April 26. ArtinSandpoint.com. 208-263-6139

19 Wine Bar Music. Coldwater Creek Wine Bar, 311 N. First Ave., hosts live music from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. with Ninjaz.

19-20 The Lion in Winter. Sandpoint Onstage presents the dramatic comedy The Lion in Winter, playing at 7:30 p.m. each night in the Panida. Bringing the play to the stage is Ron Ragone and Deborah McShane as the tempestuous King Henry II and his indomitable queen, Eleanor of Aquitaine, as well as Eric Bond, Andrew Sorg, Alexander Bonds, Zachary Sabbah and Shanne Andrade. Musical accents include Gregorian chant by Mark Reiner and the lyrical magic of harpist Donna Brosh. The theater will be transformed into a 12th century setting, with spiced wine at intermission and servers in full costume. Directed by Teresa Pesce; $12 adults, $10 seniors and students, available at Eve's Leaves, Eichardt's and at the door. 208-265-2083

19-21 Stomp Games. Catch some gnarly riding when Schweitzer Mountain Resort hosts its popular Stomp Games. The region's best riders compete for serious cash prizes, and spectators are treated to phenomenal stunts. Categories include Rail Jam, Slopestyle and Ridercross. This year's Stomp Games kick off with a Friday night Big Boot Stomp Session, which is a jam-format competition on a single feature with two options. For more information on how to register to compete, visit Schweitzer.com. 208-263-9555

19-21 The Nerd. The Pend Oreille Playhouse Community Theatre, 240 N. Union Ave. in Newport, Wash. hosts The Nerd, sponsored by the Pend Oreille Players Association. The storyline goes like this: The Nerd (aka Rick) saved Willums life in Nam, but the two never met. Fourteen years later Rick shows up for a visit, wreaking hilarious havoc on Willum and his friends. Written by Larry Shue, and directed by Millie Brumbaugh, the play begins at 7 p.m. during the Friday and Saturday shows, and 3 p.m. during the Sunday matinees. Admission is $10 in advance, and $12 at the door; Saturday Dinner Show tickets are $20 in advance, and $22 at the door. Tickets available at the Playhouse, Griffins Furniture, and online at PendOreillePlayers.org. 509-671-3389

20 Meet the Artist Event. Art Works Gallery, 214 N. First Ave., hosts a Meet the Artist event from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. with Steven Padgitt, featuring his impressionistic photographs. Come meet the artist and discuss his work. SandpointArtWorks.com. 208-263-2642

20 Six Rivers Market Community Potluck and Movie. Six Rivers Market hosts a community potluck and free screening of the film "Fresh" in the Sandpoint Events Center auditorium. A membership meeting open to the public begins at 5 p.m., followed by the potluck and silent auction; the film begins at 7:30 p.m. The events are in celebration of the online local food cooperative's recent Green Business award, as well as its successful first year of operations. Bring a dish to share, sample products from Six Rivers Market producers, and bid on a variety of local goods and services in the silent auction. SixRiversMarket.org; 208-596-0740.

20 SHS Grad Night Auction and Dinner. A dinner and auction to raise money for the Sandpoint High School Grad Night is scheduled for 6 p.m. (doors open at 5 p.m.) in the Panhandle State Bank building. Proceeds fund the graduating SHS seniors' Grad Nite Safe and Sane Party, held at the Bonner County Fairgrounds the night of June 12. Tickets are $15 each, or two for $25. Sponsored by the SHS Grad Night Committee; tickets are available at Sharon's Hallmark or call 208-683-3236.

20 Wine Bar Music. Coldwater Creek Wine Bar, 311 N. First Ave., hosts live music from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. with Darin Hildebrandt.

20 Game Night at DiLuna's. If you want to get together with friends and play a game, or just want to challenge someone to chess while listening to great music and enjoying great food at the same time, come down to Di Luna's at 207 Cedar St. Beth Pederson and Bruce Bishop are the "House" band, and playing games is not a prerequisite! DiLunas.com. 208-263-0846

-- What's happening the week of Monday, March 22 through Sunday, March 28 --

22 Open Mic Blues Jam. Eichardt's hosts a weekly Monday Night Blues Jam with an open mic beginning at 8 p.m. 208-263-4005

23 Trivia Tuesday. Test your trivia knowledge at MickDuff's, 312 N. First Ave., beginning at 7 p.m. every Tuesday night. 208-255-4351

25, 27 Fantastic Mr. Fox. The Panida Theater hosts the film Fantastic Mr. Fox, an animated adaptation of the Roald Dahl classic, at 7:30 p.m. each night. Presented as part of the Global Cinema Cafe film series, admission is $7 adults, $6 seniors and students, and $4 children. Learn more details on the Movies Page. 208-263-9191

26 Winery Music. Pend d'Oreille Winery, 220 Cedar St., hosts live music from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. featuring Tom Catmull, visiting from Missoula to share his American-roots driven sound. POWine.com. 208-265-8545

26 Cabin Fever Silent Auction and Family Dance. Northside Elementary School hosts a Cabin Fever Silent Auction and Family Dance from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Admission is just $1 per person, or $5 per family. There will be a DJ, pizza by the slice, and many great auction items to bid on. 208-265-8730

26 Wine Bar Music. Coldwater Creek Wine Bar, 311 N. First Ave., hosts live music from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. with Mick Coon.

26 Mud Bay Jugglers. Pend Oreille Arts Council presents the Mud Bay Jugglers, at 7:30 p.m. in the Panida Theater. A hit with young and old alike, the Mud Bay Jugglers blend juggling, comedy, dance and music into a unique and amazing performance. Tickets are $20 for adults, $16 for POAC members, and $8 for youth; available at the POAC office inside the Power House building, Eve's Leaves and Eichardt's. ArtinSandpoint.com. 208-263-6139

26-28 The Nerd. The Pend Oreille Playhouse Community Theatre, 240 N. Union Ave. in Newport, Wash. hosts The Nerd, sponsored by the Pend Oreille Players Association. The storyline goes like this: The Nerd (aka Rick) saved Willum's life in Nam, but the two never met. Fourteen years later Rick shows up for a visit, wreaking hilarious havoc on Willum and his friends. Written by Larry Shue, and directed by Millie Brumbaugh, the play begins at 7 p.m. for the Friday and Saturday shows, and 3 p.m. for Sunday's matinee. Admission is $10 in advance, and $12 at the door; Saturday Dinner Show tickets are $20 in advance, and $22 at the door. Tickets available at the Playhouse, Griffins Furniture, and online at PendOreillePlayers.org. 509-671-3389

27 Wine Bar Music. Coldwater Creek Wine Bar, 311 N. First Ave., hosts live music from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. with Crystalyn Clayborn.

27 Music on the Mountain. Taps at Schweitzer hosts a concert at 8 p.m. featuring The Slackers. Tickets are $10, and can be purchased in advance at the Activity Center; ages 21 and older. 208-263-9555

27 Game Night at DiLuna's. If you want to get together with friends and play a game, or just want to challenge someone to chess while listening to great music and enjoying great food at the same time, come down to DiLuna's at 207 Cedar St. Beth Pederson and Bruce Bishop are the "House" band, and playing games is not a prerequisite! DiLunas.com. 208-263-0846

27 Ian McFeron Band. Eichardt's Pub, 212 Cedar St., hosts the Ian McFeron Band live beginning at 9 p.m. The Ian McFeron Band kicks folk and roots rock along with varied tempos, changing moods and, always, a steady groove. IanMcFeron.com. 208-263-4005

28 The StoryTelling Company. DiLuna's Cafe, 207 Cedar St., hosts The StoryTelling Company beginning at 6 p.m. Featuring true (and not so true) Tales of the West! Sponsored by Blue Creek Press, tickets are $7 adults, and $4 children ages 12 and under. Call 208-263-0846 for reservations.

-- What's happening the week of Monday, March 29 --

29 Open Mic Blues Jam. Eichardt's hosts a weekly Monday Night Blues Jam with an open mic beginning at 8 p.m. 208-263-4005

30 Trivia Tuesday. Test your trivia knowledge at MickDuff's, 312 N. First Ave., beginning at 7 p.m. every Tuesday night. 208-255-4351

Here is what's coming up in April!

1-3 Crazy Heart. The Panida Theater hosts the film Crazy Heart, beginning at 7:30 p.m. each night, as part of the Global Cinema Cafe film series. The film stars Jeff Bridges, who won an Academy Award for Best Actor in this film. To read more, visit the Movies Page. Admission is $7 adults, $6 seniors and students. 208-263-9191 

3 KPND Ski & Board Party. Schweitzer Mountain Resort hosts the KPND Ski & Board Party as part of the Tropical Daze festivities. 208-265-5100

3 Live Music on the Mountain. Taps Bar at Schweitzer hosts live music featuring the reggae, soul and dub sounds of Adrian Xavier, beginning at 8 p.m. 208-263-9555

3 Game Night at DiLuna's. If you want to get together with friends and play a game, or just want to challenge someone to chess while listening to great music and enjoying great food at the same time, come down to Di Luna's at 207 Cedar St. Beth Pederson and Bruce Bishop are the "House" band, and playing games is not a pre-requisite! DiLunas.com. 208-263-0846

3-4 Tropical Daze. Schweitzer Mountain Resort hosts two days of family-friendly fun in the sun with games, pond skimming and crazy derby action - the Duckie Derby is Saturday, the Downhill Dummy Derby is Sunday. Wear your Hawaiian shirt and celebrate the finale to another great season! Afterwards, head to Taps Bar at 8 p.m. Saturday for live music featuring Adrian Xavier; $5 cover, must be 21 years or older. Schweitzer.com. 208-263-9555

5 Open Mic Blues Jam. Eichardt's hosts a weekly Monday Night Blues Jam with an open mic beginning at 8 p.m. 208-263-4005

6 Trivia Tuesday. Test your trivia knowledge at MickDuff's, 312 N. First Ave., beginning at 7 p.m. every Tuesday night. 208-255-4351

8-10 Invictus. The Panida Theater hosts the Clint Eastwood-directed film Invictus, beginning at 7:30 p.m. each night, as part of the Global Cinema Cafe film series. The film tells the inspiring true story of Nelson Mandela's unique venture to unite an apartheid-torn South Africa: enlisting the national rugby team on a mission to win the 1995 Rugby World Cup. To read more, visit the Movies Page. Admission is $7 adults, $6 seniors and students. 208-263-9191

10 Game Night at DiLuna's. If you want to get together with friends and play a game, or just want to challenge someone to chess while listening to great music and enjoying great food at the same time, come down to Di Luna's at 207 Cedar St. Beth Pederson and Bruce Bishop are the "House" band, and playing games is not a pre-requisite! DiLunas.com. 208-263-0846

11 Telluride Mountain Film Festival. The Selway-Bitterroot Foundation presents this independent documentary film festival at 7 p.m. in the Panida. Admission is $13 adults, $11 students. 208-263-9191

12 Open Mic Blues Jam. Eichardt's hosts a weekly Monday Night Blues Jam with an open mic beginning at 8 p.m. 208-263-4005

13 Trivia Tuesday. Test your trivia knowledge at MickDuff's, 312 N. First Ave., beginning at 7 p.m. every Tuesday night. 208-255-4351

16 Manding Jata. Pend Oreille Arts Council presents Manding Jata at 7:30 p.m. in the Panida Theater. Uniquely staged and culturally authentic, the Manding Jata feature 800 years of cultural arts and include a drum ensemble, flutes, dance, masquerade, acrobatics and Mande songs of celebration. It's spectacular! Tickets are $22 for adults, $18 for POAC members, and $8 for youth; available at the POAC office inside the Power House building, Eve's Leaves and Eichardt's. ArtinSandpoint.com. 208-263-6139

17 CD Release Concert. The Panida Theater hosts a CD Release Concert at 7 p.m., featuring Justin Lantrip, Josh Hedlund and Joel Smith. $10 general admission. 208-263-9191

17 Second Annual Evening of Memories. The Sandpoint Senior Center sponsors the Second Annual Evening of Memories in the Ponderay Events Center. This fundraiser supports the DayBreak Center, a program that gives caregivers a safe place to take their loved ones diagnosed with dementia and Alzheimers. Cost is $30 per person for dinner and the dance. Cocktails and a silent auction begin at 5 p.m., dinner begins at 6 p.m., the live auction begins at 7 p.m., and dancing with live music is from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. Learn more at DaybreakCenter.org. 208-263-6860

17 Game Night at DiLuna's. If you want to get together with friends and play a game, or just want to challenge someone to chess while listening to great music and enjoying great food at the same time, come down to Di Luna's at 207 Cedar St. Beth Pederson and Bruce Bishop are the "House" band, and playing games is not a pre-requisite! DiLunas.com. 208-263-0846

19 Open Mic Blues Jam. Eichardt's hosts a weekly Monday Night Blues Jam with an open mic beginning at 8 p.m. 208-263-4005

20 Trivia Tuesday. Test your trivia knowledge at MickDuff's, 312 N. First Ave., beginning at 7 p.m. every Tuesday night. 208-255-4351

22-24 The Last Station. The Panida Theater hosts the film The Last Station, beginning at 7:30 p.m. each night, as part of the Global Cinema Cafe film series. Admission is $7 adults, $6 students and seniors. 208-263-9191

23 Annual Wine Tasting, Dinner and Auction. The Festival at Sandpoint hosts their annual fundraiser, a gala event at the Bonner County Fairgrounds. The wine tasting and silent auction begins at 5:30 p.m., a gourmet catered dinner is served at 7 p.m., and the live auction begins at 8 p.m. Tickets are $65 per person, and include the wine tasting, dinner and a commemorative wine glass. Must be 21 and older to attend. Purchase tickets at the Festival office inside the old Power House, or visit FestivalatSandpoint.com. 208-265-4554

24 Blend Your Own Bistro Day. Pend d'Oreille Winery, 220 Cedar St., hosts a Blend Your Own Bistro Day. Be a winemaker for a day at the winery, and spend time in the cellar putting together your own Bistro Blend. POWine.com. 208-265-8545

24 Game Night at DiLuna's. If you want to get together with friends and play a game, or just want to challenge someone to chess while listening to great music and enjoying great food at the same time, come down to Di Luna's at 207 Cedar St. Beth Pederson and Bruce Bishop are the "House" band, and playing games is not a pre-requisite! DiLunas.com. 208-263-0846

24-May 2 K&K Fishing Derby. Lake Pend Oreille Idaho Club holds its annual spring fishing contest. LPOIC.org. 208-448-1365

26 Open Mic Blues Jam. Eichardt's hosts a weekly Monday Night Blues Jam with an open mic beginning at 8 p.m. 208-263-4005

27 Trivia Tuesday. Test your trivia knowledge at MickDuff's, 312 N. First Ave., beginning at 7 p.m. every Tuesday night. 208-255-4351

27 Jackie Greene Concert. The Panida Theater hosts a concert at 7 p.m. featuring Jackie Greene. Presented by Avant Management. $20 general admission. 208-263-9191

29-30 The White Ribbon. The Panida Theater hosts the film The White Ribbon, beginning at 7:30 p.m. each night, as part of the Global Cinema Cafe film series. Admission is $7 adults, $6 seniors and students. 208-263-9191

30 Escaping Reality - Abstract Expressionists Art Opening Reception. Pend Oreille Arts Council hosts an opening reception for the Escaping Reality show at 5:30 p.m. in the old Power House. The artwork will remain on display through June 14. ArtinSandpoint.com. 208-263-6139

Here is what’s happening in May!

1 Sandpoint Farmers Market Opening Day. The Farmers Market opens for the season at Farmin Park from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in downtown Sandpoint. Featuring locally grown produce, baked goods and handcrafted arts. SandpointFarmersMarket.com.

1 Sandpoint Waldorf School Auction and Benefit. The Sandpoint Waldorf School announces the Coming Together: Moving Forward Auction and Benefit at 5:30 p.m. in the Sandpoint Events Center. The public is invited to join the school for a night of fun while giving back to our community! The event includes dinner, a no-host bar, live music, and a silent and live auction. Bid on items such as a condo in Hawaii, a Sitka, Alaska fishing trip, and much more! This year the school is "coming together" to support families battling serious illness: five percent of auction profits will benefit Jacey's Race, and five percent will assist the Scott Daily family. Tickets are $25, and may be purchased after April 1 at Eichardt's and Sandpoint Waldorf School. Sandpoint.org/waldorf. 208-265-2683

1 We As Human and Illusion 33 Concert. The Panida Theater hosts a concert at 7 p.m. featuring We As Human and Illusion 33. 208-263-9191

1-2 "Red Hot Quilters" Judged Quilt Show. The Panhandle Piecemakers Quilt Guild presents the "Red Hot Quilters" Judged Quilt Show in the Sandpoint Community Hall. The show takes place Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event includes a marketplace, demonstrations and door prizes, and is open to the public. Admission is $3 for women; children under 12 and husbands are free. 208-263-6795

6-8 A Prophet. The Panida Theater hosts the Global Cinema Cafe film series at 7:30 p.m. each night featuring the French film A Prophet, winner of the Grand Prix award at the Cannes Film Festival. 208-263-9191

8-9 Mother's Day at the Winery. Pend d'Oreille Winery, 220 Cedar St., hosts a Mother's Day at the Winery event with the Huckleberry Blush Release and L'OEuvre your mother, including wine specials and live music. POWine.com. 208-265-8545

13-16 Lost in the '50s. Sandpoint goes retro with a vintage car parade, concerts, a street dance, car rally and fun run. 208-265-5678

13 Rock 'n' Roll Heaven VI. The Panida Theater hosts the Rock 'n' Roll Heaven VI at 7 p.m. (doors open at 6 p.m.) to kick off the Lost in the '50s Weekend festivities. This is the fifth year of doing this Panida show, and it sells out every year (there are only 550 seats in the theater!). This show will take you back to the worship days of the King of Rock 'n' Roll - it's an explosive night of energy that will last for days! Tickets are $30 each. Lostinthe50s.org. 208-265-LOST(5678)

20-21 Broken Embraces. The Panida Theater hosts the Pedro Almodovar film Broken Embraces, beginning at 7:30 p.m., as part of the Global Cinema Cafe film series. Admission is $7 adults, $6 students and seniors. 208-263-9191

21 Hope Art Presentation Series. Hope's Memorial Community Center presents the Art Presentation Series I featuring vocalists Rob Kincaid, Amy Craven, and Dave and Tami Gunter.

22 Nina Storey Concert Fundraiser. The Panida Theater hosts a fundraiser for Jacey's Race at 7:30 p.m., featuring a concert with Nina Storey on keyboards. 208-263-9191

29-Sept. 4 Summer Sounds at Park Place. Pend Oreille Arts Council presents free concert series with shows every Saturday, Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend, at the Park Place Stage on the corner or First and Cedar. ArtinSandpoint.com. 208-265-5678

Here is what’s happening in June!

8 SHS Annual Spring Fling. The Panida Theater hosts the Sandpoint High School's Annual Spring Fling program at 6 p.m., featuring the SHS choirs. 208-263-9191

10 Yellow Brick Road Dance Show. The Panida Theater hosts the Yellow Brick Road at 6:30 p.m. This is Studio One's annual spring dance show featuring dance students from the local area. 208-263-9191
 
19 Danceworks 2010. The Panida Theater hosts Danceworks 2010 at 3 p.m. and again at 7 p.m. Dancework's annual spring show features local dance students. 208-263-9191   
             
23 Eagles' State Convention. The Panida Theater hosts the opening ceremony at 8 a.m. for the Eagles' State Convention. 208-263-9191

Here is what’s happening in July!

24 The Great Sandpoint Flat Water Regatta. The Rotary Club of Sandpoint hosts a Flat Water Regatta race to raise funds for a scholarship program for local high school graduates. The race takes place from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., and will be held on Sand Creek starting at Bridge Street and proceeding north to the Highway 95 bridge and back to the Bridge Street finish line for a total length of 2.5 miles. Click for classes and start times. 208-946-6079