A bit o' Irish flair lands in Sandpoint. In honor of next week's St. Patrick's Day, get your green on (kilts optional) for the first annual Sandpoint Celtic Express, featuring festive events from morning 'til night Saturday, March 13. The fun begins with a 7K Kilt Run at 9 a.m. Race-day registration begins at 8 a.m. at the Long Bridge Grill, where the scenic run begins and ends. Cost is $35, and proceeds benefit both the St. Joseph's and Albeni Falls Pipe and Drum Corps. Then, after catching your breath, head to Farmin Park at noon for the Presentation of the Colors, followed by a Pipe & Drum Parade down Main Street to First Avenue, and ending at Cedar Street Bridge. Also from noon to 3 p.m. is an authentic "Bangers" lunch at Park Place Plaza (in front of Arlo's); from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. is an Irish Ceildehl on the Cedar Street Bridge (basically an open mic party) with Bridges Home, a Celtic duo made up of Dave and Tami Gunter. Plus, all day long enjoy a Scavenger Hunt and Street Fair throughout downtown. Then gear up at 5 p.m. for an ol' fashioned Pub Crawl through downtown.

Hometown concert, worldly compositions. Local musician Scott Kirby brings an eclectic continent worth of musical style to the Panida Theater with Pan-Americana, at 7:30 p.m. Friday, March 12. This mesmerizing performance features North and South American and Caribbean musical styles from the last 150 years, and the concert is dedicated to the memory of "Panida Mom" Laurel Wagers. For more details, read a press release. Tickets are $15 adults, $8 youth.

Here's what's happening in March!

11 Women Who Wine. Pend d'Oreille Winery hosts their Women Who Wine event from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. The event's topic is 7 Habits of Highly Respected Women featuring guest speaker Janine Avila, vice president of Oxyfresh/21TEN and president of Avilanche Productions. Avila will share some of her favorite stories, ideas and experiences she learned during her journey from a broke mother of 7 to a successful businesswoman. The event is free and open to the public. POWine.com. 208-265-8545

12 Winery Music. Pend d'Oreille Winery, 220 Cedar St., hosts live music from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. with Bridges Home, featuring folk and Celtic duo Tami and Dave Gunter. Yes, it's the big pre-St. Patrick's Day musical extravaganza with lots of Irish and Celtic favorites, including a few "pub style" sing-a-longs. Come enjoy the best vino around and celebrate Friday with Tami and Dave. POWine.com. 208-265-8545

12 Pan-Americana - Scott Kirby Piano Concert. Performance in the Panida. See Hot Picks, above. 208-264-9191

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

13 Heuga Center Vertical Express for MS. Schweitzer Mountain Resort hosts this annual event to help raise funds for the Heuga Center for Multiple Sclerosis. The event is open to all skiers, snowboarders and telemarkers of all ages and abilities. Teams of three people raise a minimum of $1,000 to enter the event. To learn more about this event, read a press release, visit VerticalExpress.org or go to Schweitzer.com. 208-263-9555

13 Sandpoint Celtic Express. Lots o' great events including a 7K fun run. See Hot Picks, above.

13 Neighborhood Tasting. Evans Brothers Coffee Roasting Studio, 524 Church St., hosts a Neighborhood Tasting from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Enjoy live music by Mike Strain, wonderful food from Tango Café. Try locally roasted coffee, including our newest release, Colombia Huila Monserrate Excelso. Introducing Brazilian micro-lots! Discover wet vs. dry processed coffees and follow us on a visual journey from seed to cup. And across the parking lot you can check out the new Rock Gym’s open house - take part in their raffle and membership specials.  EvansBrothersCoffee.com. 208-304-8285

13 Tom Kramer and Robens Napolitan Art Show Opening. Evans Bros. Coffee Roasting Studio, 524 Church St., hosts an Art Show and Opening featuring the artwork of Tom Kramer and Robens Napolitan. The opening coincides with the studio's Neighborhood Tasting from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.; the art show will remain on display through the end of April. 208-265-5553

13 Sandpoint Rock Gym Open House. The Sandpoint Rock Gym holds an Open House Celebration from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., and everyone is invited. This newest playground for Sandpoint is located in the Old Grain Mill (take Church Street between 5th and 6th Avenue - it's the tallest building in town!). This is a "Bouldering" Gym - climbers will never be very high up off the ground, and therefore no ropes are used; there are crash pads and spotters for safety. Beginners welcome; youth under 18 years old must have a parent sign a Liability Waiver. There will also be some yummy refreshments. 208-265-5412

13 CHaFE Tubing Fundraiser. Are you ready for some tubin'? Hermit's Hollow Tubing Center at Schweitzer hosts a fundraiser for the CHaFE 150 bike ride happening this summer that raises funds for the Panhandle Alliance for Education. Schweitzer sponsors a few athletes each year and this year our riders have accepted the challenge to raise additional funds for this great cause. So come on up from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. and tube - price is $20 (all proceeds go to CHaFE) and includes tubing, 2 beers or sodas, a smokie and tons of fun! Must be at least 42 inches tall and wearing boots (no ski boots). Kids must ride in their own tube or in a double tube. Purchase tickets in the Activity Center or call 255-3081.

13 Winery Music. Pend d'Oreille Winery, 220 Cedar St., hosts live music from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. featuring the Shook Twin, whose funky and folksy beautiful sound bestows covers and originals. POWine.com. 208-265-8545

13 Sandpoint Friends of the NRA Banquet. The Sandpoint Friends of the NRA hold their annual banquet at 6 p.m. in the Ponderay Events Center. Gun owners, hunters, shooters and families - come out and enjoy good food, great prizes and have loads of fun at the SFNRA Banquet and Auction. Tickets are $30, available at Johnson Heating and Cooling, The Sub Shoppe in Kootenai, Wrenco Arms and Army Surplus. For more details, call 208-263-8473 or visit FriendsofNRA.org.

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

13 Milonga Concert at Schweitzer. The Schweitzer Mountain Community Association sponsors a concert with Milonga (MySpace.com/Milonga), beginning at 8 p.m. in the Taps Bar at Schweitzer. Admission is $5 per person. 208-263-9555

13-14 The Lion in Winter. Sandpoint Onstage presents the dramatic comedy The Lion in Winter, playing at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, March 13, and at 3:30 p.m. Sunday, March 14, 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

13 Music on the Mountain. Taps at Schweitzer hosts a concert at 8 p.m. featuring Milonga. $5 cover; ages 21 and older. 208-263-9555

13-14 Dinner Concert with Chris Webster. DiLuna's Café, 207 Cedar St., hosts two upcoming concerts with Chris Webster for two nights, joined by Sandpoint's own Beth Pederson and Bruce Bishop. The show begins each night at 7:30 p.m., with dinner served before the show. Webster is a soul singer beyond genre, and has recorded 13 albums on her own and with others. In 2006, Webster was awarded the Gibson Guitar New Musician Award for best new singer-songwriter, and has opened for such notable performers as The Band, Los Lobos, Shawn Colvin and k.d. lang. Tickets are $15 in advance and $18 at the door. For more information about this concert, including dinner reservations, call 208-263-0846 or visit DiLunas.com.

13-14 Library Wine Weekend. Pend d'Oreille Winery, 220 Cedar St., hosts a Library Wine Weekend with tastings of some of the past vintages of Pend d'Oreille Winery. POWine.com. 208-265-8545

14 Grom Stomp. Schweitzer Mountain Resort hosts a grom-sized slopestyle and boardercross competition for those ages 6-11. Schweitzer.com. 208-263-9555 

-- What's happening the week of Monday, March 15 through Sunday, March 21 --

15 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

16 Banff Radical Reels Tour. Mountain Fever presents high-adrenaline extreme sports films during the Banff Radical Reels Tour, beginning at 6 p.m. in the Panida Theater. Films feature sports such as skiing, climbing, kayaking, BASE jumping, snowboarding and mountain biking. General admission is $12. Read more details and view a film list, or visit Panida.org. 208-263-9191

16 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 EOTO Concert at Schweitzer. The Schweitzer Mountain Community Association sponsors a concert with EOTO, featuring Jason and Travis from String Cheese Incident in a Live Electronica Project, beginning at 8 p.m. in the Taps Bar at Schweitzer. Admission is $5 per person. 208-263-9555

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. 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 Annual Student Art Show Opening Reception. Pend Oreille Arts Council opens the annual Student Art Show with an opening reception at 5:30 p.m. in the POAC Gallery inside the old Power House. The artwork will remain on display through May 1. 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 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

-- 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 fun in the sun (hopefully!) with games, derby and live music. 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 film Invictus, 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

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 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

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