SARS Ski Swap
Get ready for winter at the annual SARS Ski Swap at the Bonner County Fairgrounds, 4203 N. Boyer Ave. Those looking to sell used ski or snowboard gear can drop off items on Friday, November 7, from noon to 7:00 p.m. at the Bonner County Fairgrounds. Twenty percent of each sale benefits Schweitzer Alpine Racing School, and sellers keep the remaining 80%. Checks and unsold items can be picked up Saturday, from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m., with unclaimed gear donated to SARS or the North Idaho Mountain Sports Education Fund. If you are a shopper, you can browse great deals on skis, snowboards, clothing, and other winter gear on Saturday, November 8, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Admission is $5 per person or $10 per family, and parking is free. Get more info at sars.snowproportal.com/fundraising/ski-swap/.

Selkirk-Pend Oreille Food Summit & Harvest Festival
The Selkirk Pend Oreille Food Summit returns for its fourth year Friday & Saturday, November 7-8 at the Sandpoint Organic Agriculture Center, bringing together farmers, ranchers, foragers, and community members to celebrate and strengthen the region's local food system. Friday's summit requires a $10 registration and features inspiring five-minute "Ignite" presentations highlighting innovative local projects, along with plenty of time for networking and collaboration. New this year, the free Fall Harvest Festival on Saturday invites the public to meet area farmers, ranchers, food business owners, and organizations that support sustainable agriculture in the Selkirk Pend Oreille region. Together, these two days offer a chance to learn, share, and connect while celebrating the bounty and resilience of our local food community. Learn more here.

Thanksgiving Bingo
The Sandpoint Area Seniors, 820 Main St., invite the community to join them for Thanksgiving Bingo on the Saturday, November 8, a fun-filled afternoon perfect for celebrating the season with friends and neighbors. Doors open at noon, giving guests time to settle in before games begin at 1:00 p.m. Each game awards a turkey or ham to the first winner, with additional winners receiving gifts valued around $15, making every round exciting. Participants can play with four bingo cards for $25, with extra cards available for $5 each. The event also features a 50/50 raffle, a basket raffle, and light refreshments available for purchase to keep spirits high. Whether you're a seasoned bingo player or just looking for a festive way to spend the afternoon, this event offers plenty of fun, prizes, and community connection. For more information, call the Sandpoint Senior Center at 208-263-6860.

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Here's what's happening in November!

3 Open Jam with Seamus Divine. Check it out at Connie's, 323 Cedar St., at 6 p.m.

3 Monday Night Blues Jam. Join in at Eichardt's Pub & Grill, 212 Cedar St. from 7-10:30 p.m. where host, John Firshi, invites local and visiting musicians to join him on the stage.

4 Live Acoustic Guitar with Jonathan Nicholson. Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St. invites you for an evening of finger-style acoustic guitar with Jonathan Nicholson from 5-7 p.m.

4: 28th Annual Hospice Rose Event. They're back again for the annual Rose Event. Pre-order your roses now and pick them up on November 4th. By participating you'll be supporting your only local non-profit community hospice. All proceeds directly benefit families in our community, providing essential support when they need it most. Cost is $25/dozen. Pick up at Bonner General Health Services Building, 423 N. Third Ave. Delivery & discounts are available for bulk orders. Call 208-265-1179 for more information. Order your roses here.

4 Karaoke Night. Join in at Roxy's, 215 Pine St. and sing your heart out from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. every Tuesday.

5 Live Piano with Dwayne Parsons. Don't miss these original songs on grand piano with Dwayne Parsons taking the stage at Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St. from 4-7 p.m.

5 Family Hour & Live Music with John Firshi. Join from 5-7 p.m. at Matchwood, 513 Oak St. for some good musical vibes.

5 Trivia with Toshi. Join in for some live trivia with Toshi at 7 p.m. at Connie's, 323 Cedar St.

5 Open Mic Night. Join in at the Tervan, 411 Cedar St., with Frytz hosting. Showcase your talent or enjoy performances starting at 7 p.m.

6 Artist Reception for Marsinah Runge. Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St., welcome's Marsinah Runge as the artist of the month. Come meet the artist from 5-7 p.m.

6 Cribbage Tournament. Join in at 6 p.m. at Connie's, 323 Cedar St. for a cribbage tournament. $5 per person.

6 Line Dancing Lessons. Join at the Hive, 207 N. First Ave. Lessons kick off at 6:30 p.m. and end around 8:30 p.m. with open dancing to follow. $10 at the door. 21+. Event is hosted by Walk the Line Dancing Events.

6 Live Music with John Gerald. Enjoy some live music at the Tervan, 411 Cedar St., from 8-11 p.m.

6 Live Music with Frytz Mor. Join for some live music at Roxy's, 215 Pine St. at 8 p.m.

7 Sell at the SARS Ski Swap. Members of the public are invited to sell their used ski equipment through the SARS ski swap. 20% of sales go to the organization, you keep the other 80%. Drop off items at the Bonner County Fairgrounds, 4203 N. Boyer Ave. from noon to 7 p.m. Pick up your check for items sold and/or your unsold items on Saturday from 5-6 p.m. If your items are not picked up they will be donated to Schweitzer Alpine Racing School or North Idaho Mountain Sports Education Fund. sars.snowproportal.com/fundraising/ski-swap/.

7 Live Music with Double Shot Band. It starts at 5 p.m. at Connie's, 323 Cedar St. Live music with Double Shot Band.

7 Live Music with Ron Kieper Trio. Relax with some professional, contemporary jazz from 5-8 p.m. with the Ron Kieper Trio at Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St.

7 Live Music with Monarch Mtn. Band. Join at Barrel 33, 100 N. First Ave. from 5:30-8:30 p.m. to enjoy some great live music.

7 Live Music with John Firshi. Join from 6-8 p.m. at Smokesmith BBQ, 102 S. Boyer and enjoy some Blues/Americana with John Firshi.

7 Live Music with Devon Wade. Come enjoy an evening with country music rockstar Devon Wade at the Hive, 207 N. First Ave. 21+. Doors open at 7 p.m. Swing Dancing ($10 extra) will take place from 7:30-8:30 p.m. livefromthehive.com.

7 Live Music with BTP band. Join from 8-11 p.m. at Roxy's, 215 Pine St. for some live music with BTP.

7-8 Selkirk-Pend Oreille Food Summit & Harvest Festival. Join for the fourth annual Food Summit. This year there's an exciting addition of a Fall Harvest Festival to the summit. Join on Friday from 1-4:30 p.m. at the Sandpoint Organic Agriculture Center. Then on Saturday join from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for the Fall Harvest Festival, for free. Get more information here.

8 SARS Ski Swap. Kickoff the ski season and find great deals on snow gear - from skis and snowboards to a huge variety of winter recreational equipment and clothing. Highly organized with several professionals on hand for buying assistance. Outfit the entire family. Check it out from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Bonner County Fairgrounds, 4203 N. Boyer Ave. $5 per person or $10 for a family. Parking is free. sars.snowproportal.com/fundraising/ski-swap/.

8 7B Cornhole Tournament. The third annual 7B Cornhole Tournament and Fundraiser for Safe and Sober Housing takes place Saturday, Nov. 8, from noon to 4 p.m. at the James E. Russell Sports Center, 2016 Pine St. in Sandpoint. Hosted by Harvest Valley Worship Center, the event raises funds for Freedom House Inc., a local nonprofit providing Christ-centered safe and sober housing for men and women in recovery. Players can compete in one of two divisions: Enthusiasts (competitive) at $50 per player or Dabblers (casual) at $25 per player. There's more than $1,000 in cash prizes up for grabs. Registration is currently open at hvwc.com/cornhole. Families are invited to enjoy food trucks, a kid's play area by Ponder Play, and a silent auction featuring items such as airplane rides and gym memberships, which closes at 3 p.m. To register or donate auction items, visit hvwc.com/cornhole or call 208-263-2637 for more information.

8 Studio 1 Dance "40 Years of Dance Magic". Join this open house at 521 Cedar St. from noon to 2 p.m. and get 12 months of beginner dance for half price. Take part in a free class and demonstrations. Enjoy inflatable wheel bounce fun, a photo booth, games, prizes, and more. See more here.

8 Thanksgiving Bingo. The Sandpoint Area Seniors, 820 Main St., invite you in for some Thanksgiving Bingo. Doors open at noon with games to start at 1 p.m. There's a turkey or ham that goes to the first winner of each game, and additional winners will receive a gift valued around $15. Pay $25 for 4 cards ($5 each after). Enjoy a 50/50 raffle, basket raffle, and light refreshments for sale. For more info call the Senior Center at 208-263-6860.

8 Live Music with Brian Jacobs. Enjoy some Indie, pop, and rock music with Brian Jacobs at Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St. from 5-8 p.m.

8 Community Cancer Services: A Night to Remember. Join at the Heartwood Center, 615 Oak St. at 5 p.m. for a formal evening featuring a gourmet sit-down dinner with expert wine pairings, plus exciting live and silent auctions. All proceeds will go to CCS. Check here for tickets or more information.

8 Rally for the Riders. This event is raising money to fund the scholarship program and to provide high quality coaching for teams of Snowboard Northwest. Tickets are $75/person and include two drinks, appetizers, dinner, silent auction, raffle, and live music with RFB. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Join at the St. Bernard, 479 NW Psge (Schweitzer). Contact Jessy for more information at [email protected] or by calling 208-290-5582. Get tickets here.

8 Live Music with Mobius Riff. Join at Barrel 33, 100 N. First Ave. from 5:30-8:30 p.m. to enjoy some great live music.

8 Live Music with Mike Wagonner. Don't miss live music with Mike Wagonner at 6 p.m. at Connie's, 323 Cedar St.

8 Warren Miller Sno-Ciety. Join at the Panida, 300 N. First Ave. at 7 p.m. (doors open at 6 p.m.) for Sandpoint's kick-off to the ski season. Warren Miller's 76th film, Sno-ciety comes to the Panida Theater from the Scottish Highlands and the streets of Finland to the back bowls of Whitewater, BC, and a local hill-turned-terrain park in urban Denver, Warren Miller's Sno-ciety celebrates the spirit of winter. The independence ski team will be at the show with a silent auction of ski related items to raise funds for their local ski team. Get tickets and more information at panida.org.

8 Live Music with Jacob Robin. Jacob returns to the Smokesmith stage, 102 S. Boyer Ave. from 6-8 p.m.

8 Live 80's Rock with SuperChrome: Veterans Benefit. Get ready to rock out to 80's hits with SuperChrome at this benefit show at the Hive, 207 N. First Ave. 21+. Benefitting local veterans and Thin Line Community Support. Doors open at 7 p.m. Pre-sale tickets are available here, or if there are any left over get them for $20 at the door. VIP is already sold out.

9 Live Acoustic Guitar with John Firshi. Join from 1-3 p.m. at Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St. for some improvisational acoustic guitar with John Firshi.

10 Live Music with Carli Osika. Enjoy some live music at Connie's, 323 Cedar St., with Carli Osika starting at 6 p.m.

10 Monday Night Blues Jam. Join in at Eichardt's Pub & Grill, 212 Cedar St. from 7-10:30 p.m. where host, John Firshi, invites local and visiting musicians to join him on the stage.

11 Karaoke Night. Join in at Roxy's, 215 Pine St. and sing your heart out from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. every Tuesday.

12 Live Piano with Peter Lucht. Join Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St., for an evening of contemporary and jazz piano with Peter Lucht from 5-7 p.m.

12 Family Hour & Live Music with John Firshi. Join from 5-7 p.m. at Matchwood, 513 Oak St. for some good musical vibes.

12 Trivia with Toshi. Join in for some live trivia with Toshi at 7 p.m. at Connie's, 323 Cedar St.

12 Get Plowed. It's an annual fundraiser to help with fall and winter maintenance on Pine Street Woods access road. Help keep the road to your community forest trails open all year. Join from 5-8 p.m. at Mick Duff's Beer Hall, 220 Cedar St. Get more info at Kaniksu.org.

13 Cribbage Tournament. Join in at 6 p.m. at Connie's, 323 Cedar St. for a cribbage tournament. $5 per person.

13 Ladies Night in Priest River. Join for the second annual ladies night where you will find local vendors, light snacks and beverages, giveaways, and more. Priest River Ace Hardware, 5499 Hwy 2. 6-8:30 p.m. See more here.

13 Line Dancing Lessons. Join at the Hive, 207 N. First Ave. Lessons kick off at 6:30 p.m. and end around 8:30 p.m. with open dancing to follow. $10 at the door. 21+. Event is hosted by Walk the Line Dancing Events.

13 Live Music with Oak Street Connection. Join at 11 p.m. at Roxy's, 215 Pine St. for live music with Oak Street Connection.

14 Live Music with Angel Urrea. Don't miss an evening of live tunes with Angel Urrea at Connie's, 323 Cedar St. starting at 5 p.m.

14 Bingo Night Fundraiser. Join Valor Christian School, 201 N. Division Ave. for a night of bingo fun. Great prizes, raffle baskets, and it's a family friendly event. Tickets are limited, so reserve your spot today. Games will begin at 5:30 p.m. and doors open at 5 p.m. Tickets will be $18 each or a table of 7 for $117. Each ticket includes 10 bingo cards. Spaghetti dinner for another $8 (cash preferred). Proceeds benefit Valor Christian School.

14 Live Music with The Cole Show. The Cole Show is one musician who creates the energy and sound of a full, fabulous band. Loop pedal, rock, groove from 5-8 p.m. at Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St.

14 Live Music with Marcus Stevens. Join at Barrel 33, 100 N. First Ave. from 5:30-8:30 p.m. to enjoy some great live music.

14 Live Music with Chase Champagne. He's a Solo blues/bluegrass/outlaw country taking the stage at Smokesmith BBQ, 102 S. Boyer Ave. from 6-8 p.m.

14 Sandpoint Contra Dance. Community dancing in the New England tradition. Live music, lively caller. All dances taught and called. No partner or experience needed. New dancers welcome and encouraged to arrive in time for the first dance. Please bring your water bottle, clean shoes, smile, and be fragrance free! Join at Sandpoint Community Hall, 204 S. First Ave. from 7-10 p.m. $5-10 donation at the door.

14 DJ Sterling. Join at Roxy's, 215 Pine St. from 9 to midnight for music with DJ Sterling.

15 Sandpoint Slam Pickleball Tournament. Join starting at 10 a.m. at the James E Russell Sports Center, 2016 Pine St. This is an inaugural tournament for the sports center and it's aimed to be fun and low key with proceeds benefitting the Rotary Club of Ponderay's community projects and their scholarship fund. Registration $20 for members of JERSC or $40 for guests. Members can register through their account. Guests can register here.

15 Live Music with Pamela Benton. It's an exciting evening of rock and country on electric violin with Pamela Benton at Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St., from 5-8 p.m.

15 Live Music with Mike & Sadie Wagoner. Join at Barrel 33, 100 N. First Ave. from 5:30-8:30 p.m. to enjoy some great live music.

15 Live Music with Courtney and Co. Connie's, 323 Cedar St, invites you for an evening of live music with Courtney and Co. starting at 6 p.m.

15 Live Music with Liam Russell. Join from 6-8 p.m. at Smokesmith BBQ, 102 S. Boyer Ave. for an evening of blues with Liam Russell.

15 Bridges Home Concert. Tami and Dave Gunter are vocalists and multi-instrumentalists delivering a captivating array of musical styles: High-energy Celtic, Bluegrass and originals: foot-stomping Roots music; haunting Irish ballads and finely crafted instrumentals. Joanne Heinz joins them with her Mountain Dulcimer. Tickets are $12 in advance, $15 day of, and students are free. Show starts at 6 p.m. Get your tickets early at Create, 900 W. 4th in Newport, or online at www.createarts.org.

15 $5 Movie: Moonrise Kingdom. The Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., presents The Wes Anderson Series starting with 2012's Moonrise Kingdom. Set in 1965 on the island of New Penzance off the coast of New England, the community seems untouched by the troubles of the outside world. Twelve-year-olds Sam and Suzy fall in love and decide to run away, but a violent storm approaches, prompting a group of quirky adults to organize a search party to find them before disaster strikes. The series is sponsored by La Chic Boutique and Pend d'Oreille Winery. The film starts at 7 p.m. with doors opening 30 minutes prior. Get tickets at Panida.org.

15 DJ Crooz. Join from 9 p.m. to midnight at Roxy's, 215 Pine St. for music with DJ Crooz.

16 Live Piano with Dwayne Parsons. Join from 1-3 p.m. at Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St. for some original songs on the grand piano.

16 Live Music with Fiddlin' Red. Join at Barrel 33, 100 N. First Ave. from 1-4 p.m. to enjoy some great live music.

16 Fall Serenade: A Benefit Concert for Student Scholarships. Featuring the Conservatory's extraordinary faculty musicians, this program highlights the works of the great masters, performed with artistry, passion, and heart. Tickets available for adults $35, and students $15 at sandpointconservatory.com/events.

17 Missoula Children's Theater Auditions: Alice in Wonderland. Audition will be held at the Forrest Bird Charter School from 3:30-5:30 p.m. Those auditioning should arrive at 3:15 p.m. and plan to stay for the full two hours. Some of the cast members will be asked to stay for a rehearsal immediately following the audition. Approximately 50-60 roles are available for local students. All students, grades K-12, are encouraged to audition. No advance preparation is necessary. Most students rehearse approximately 4 hours and 15 minutes each day, Monday through Friday. Performances are scheduled for November 22 at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Learn more at artinsandpoint.org/mct.

17 Open Jam with Seamus Divine. Join starting at 6 p.m. at Connie's, 323 Cedar St. for an open jam with Seamus Divine.

17 Monday Night Blues Jam. Join in at Eichardt's Pub & Grill, 212 Cedar St. from 7-10:30 p.m. where host, John Firshi, invites local and visiting musicians to join him on the stage.

18 Live Piano with Jennifer Stoehner. Enjoy some traditional, inspirational, and contemporary songs on the grand piano with Jennifer Stoehner at Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St., from 5-7 p.m.

18 Little Live Radio Hour. Every third Tuesday of the month, KRFY hosts a Little Live Radio Hour and broadcasts live on air from the Panida Little Theater! KRFY host Jack Peterson, chats with a local musician between songs and creates a fun listening environment to be heard live on the radio or actually in the room if you can make it down! These events are always free to attend and they ask live audience members to arrive by 6:45 p.m. and get settled with a glass of beer or wine for the 7 p.m. live broadcast. The show length is always 1 hour. Watch it live, listen at 88.5 FM, or stream at KRFY.org.

18 Karaoke Night. Join in at Roxy's, 215 Pine St. and sing your heart out from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. every Tuesday.

19 VFW Turkey Shoot. Join at Shoot North's indoor range at 478338 U.S. 95 from 4-6 p.m. and test our your skills. There will be three categories: men, women, and children ages 8-12. Rifles will be provided, and each shooter will have five shots at the target. The tightest shot group will win. Each category will receive a turkey if they win in their group. Entry fee is two nonperishable food items per shooter, which will go to the Bonner Community Food Bank. For more information contact the Sandpoint VFW at 208-263-9613.

19 Live Piano with Bob Beadling. Join 5-7 p.m. at Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St., for an enchanting evening of music. Contemporary tunes on the grand piano.

19 Family Hour & Live Music with John Firshi. Join from 5-7 p.m. at Matchwood, 513 Oak St. for some good musical vibes.

19 Rock n Roll Bingo. Get over to the Tervan, 411 Cedar St. for a fun take on Bingo. It'll start at 6:30 p.m. and runs until 8:30 p.m. but you can join in anytime. There are prizes for winners, and it's only $5 to play. A DJ will shuffle songs on a playlist, play the song for 30 seconds, and the players must guess the song to see if you have it on your game board. Join the third Wednesday of each month. 21+.

19 Trivia with Toshi. Join in for some live trivia with Toshi at 7 p.m. at Connie's, 323 Cedar St.

20 C.A.S.A. Purse Party. North Idaho CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) provides safe communication, support, and space for children. Join for the annual CASA purse party at the Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St. Bring your friends, mingle with a glass of wine, and purchase a new purse. The winery will be full of donated purses and bags in every style, brand, and price range. Proceeds go directly to CASA. 4-8 p.m.

20 Live Music with Cafe Gas Boys. Join starting at 6 p.m. at Connie's, 323 Cedar St. for some live bluegrass music with the Cafe Gas Boys.

20 Cribbage Tournament. Join in at 6 p.m. at Connie's, 323 Cedar St. for a cribbage tournament. $5 per person.

20 Line Dancing Lessons. Join at the Hive, 207 N. First Ave. Lessons kick off at 6:30 p.m. and end around 8:30 p.m. with open dancing to follow. $10 at the door. 21+. Event is hosted by Walk the Line Dancing Events.

20 Live Music with Reese. Enjoy some live music at the Tervan, 411 Cedar St. from 8-11 p.m.

20 Live Music with Frytz Mor. Join for some live music at Roxy's, 215 Pine St. at 8 p.m.

21 Anticipated Schweitzer Opening Day. Of course, it's dependent on the weather, so keep at eye on Schweitzer.com for the most up-to-date-info.

21 Live Music with Jason Perry. Kick off your evening at 5 p.m. at Connie's, 323 Cedar St. with some live music performed by Jason Perry.

21 Live Music with Tucker James. Don't miss an evening of blues, rock, country, and loop-pedal sound with Tucker James at the Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St. from 5-8 p.m.

21 Live Music with Rich & Jenny. Join at Barrel 33, 100 N. First Ave. from 5:30-8:30 p.m. to enjoy some great live music.

21 Live Music with Chris Pradis. Smokesmith BBQ, 102 S. Boyer Ave., welcomes Chris Pradis to the stage. A multi-instrumentalist, often performing as a one-man-band on vocals, guitar, bass, banjo, mandolin, and percussion. 6-8 p.m.

21 Live Music with Tanner Laws Band + Line Dancing Lessons. Enjoy a new band out of Missoula, MT. Their sound is influenced by traditional country, red dirt, and storytelling artists. They'll be playing at the Hive, 207 N. First Ave. Doors open 7 p.m., line dancing lessons begin at 7:30 p.m. ($10 extra), with the show set to start at 8:45 p.m. 21+. livefromthehive.com.

21 DJ Sterling. Join at Roxy's, 215 Pine St. from 9 to midnight for music with DJ Sterling.

22 Live Music with Ian Newbill. Take part in some fun energy with rock, indie, and folk songs from 5-8 p.m. at Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St., with Ian Newbill.

22 Live Music with Kerry Leigh. Join at Barrel 33, 100 N. First Ave. from 5:30-8:30 p.m. to enjoy some great live music.

22 Live Music with Ed Shaw. Shaw performs a one-of-a-kind, heart-felt, all-acoustic tribute to outlaw country music legends from 6-8 p.m. at Smokesmith BBQ, 102 S. Boyer Ave.

22 Live Music with Tucker James. Get down to Connie's, 323 Cedar St. for some live music with Tucker James starting at 6 p.m.

22 Red Roses: A Vintage Cabaret. Experience glamour, music, and charm. Doors at 6:30 p.m., show at 7:30 p.m. This 21+ fully seated performance blends bold vocals, dance, and classic-inspired costumes with a modern twist, led by Ashley Lopez and featuring Keely Gray, Holly Beaman, and Nickie B in a mesmerizing, immersive cabaret experience. Event will be held at the Hive, 207 N. First Ave. Get tickets here.

22 Kendal Mountain Film Fest. Join in at the Panida, 300 N. First Ave. at 7 p.m. an take part in Britain's version of another very popular film festival. There will be seven new films this year with a British twist from kayaking, mountain culture, adventure, and sport. The Kendal Mountain Tour is a growing film festival that provides great entertainment for mountain towns like ours. Get tickets at panida.org.

22 POAC Performing Art Series: Missoula Childrens Theater. The Missoula Children's Theatre presents Alice in Wonderland, an original adaptation based on Lewis Carroll's Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass. The ever-popular community theater event, casting a host of local children of all ages for a local production of the fairytale classic. Adults $20, Youth $5. There will be an 11 a.m. show and a 2 p.m. (doors open an hour prior to each showing) show at the Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave. Get your tickets at artinsandpoint.com/mct.

22 Bonner County Food Bank Drive with Miah Kohal Band. Join at Roxy's, 215 Pine St. Bring food or cash donations for no cover while Miah Kohal plays from 8-11 p.m.

22-23 Christmas Craft Fair. The Christmas Craft Fair at the Bonner County Fairgrounds, 4203 N. Boyer Ave. returns as the community's much-anticipated "kickoff to the holidays," bringing together local crafters and artisans offering everything from art and handmade goods to delicious foods and sweets, perfect for holiday gift shopping. Guests can enjoy coffee and food vendors, festive local entertainment, and a special visit from Santa for the kids. The fair runs daily from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and vendor information and applications for 2025 will be available starting Sept. 15 on the fairgrounds' website.

22-30 K&K Thanksgiving Fishing Derby. Lake Pend Oreille Idaho Club's annual fall fishing contest. Derby will not be held on Thanksgiving day. LPOIC.org.

23 Live Piano with Carson Rhodes. Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St. welcomes Carson for some pop and contemporary piano performances with vocal accompaniment from 1-3 p.m.

23 Order Deadline: Rotary Annual Poinsetta Sale. Brighten the season and support a good cause with Ponderay Rotary's annual poinsettia sale. Six-inch red poinsettias are $20 each, with pre-orders due by November 23. Pickup is Wednesday, December 3 from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. at the James E. Russell Sports Center Community Room. Proceeds benefit Rotary's local projects and scholarship fund for area students. Order at ponderayrotaryclub.com; delivery available for special circumstances.

24 Live Music with Sydney Dawn. Enjoy some live music at Connie's, 323 Cedar St. starting at 6 p.m. with Sydney Dawn.

25 Live Music with Sydney Dale. Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St., welcomes special guest Sydney Dale for an evening of pop with moments of jazz, R&B, and folk from 5-7 p.m.

25 Karaoke Night. Join in at Roxy's, 215 Pine St. and sing your heart out from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. every Tuesday.

26: 7th Annual Burger Dock Free Community Meal. Join The Burger Dock, 116 N. First Ave., from 4 to 6 p.m. for a free meal of a Harvest Burger, sweet potato fries, and a pumpkin pie milkshake. Dine-in only, while supplies last. Please be patient, the grill is only so big, and food is made fresh.

26 Thanksgiving Eve-ning of Gratitude. Join from 5-9 p.m. at Matchwood Brewing, 513 Oak St., for a night of grateful gathering with friends. The event will feature the annual lighting of the gratitude tree, live music with John Firshi from 5-7 p.m., special food, drink, and to-go beer deals as well as family friendly activities.

26 Trivia with Toshi. Join in for some live trivia with Toshi at 7 p.m. at Connie's, 323 Cedar St.

27 Happy Thanksgiving!

27 Annual Turkey Trot. Join Litehouse YMCA and Sandpoint Parks and Rec for Sandpoint's Annual Turkey Trot food drive. During this season of giving, the aim is to gather 1,000lbs of non-perishable food to donate to the local Food Bank. Your participation can help reach that goal while enjoying a fun morning with community. This is an un-timed, fun, family-friendly event with a special prize for the best costume. Walk, trot, or run any distance you wish. Event will be held at the James E Russell Sports Center at Travers Park and is free with your donation of nonperishable food items for the Food Bank. All ages are welcome. Please, no bikes. All dogs must remain leashed and on paths only.

28 Live Music with Light on the Water. Join at 5 p.m. at Connie's, 323 Cedar St. for some live music with Light on the Water.

28 Live Music with Mike Wagoner & Sadie Sicilia. Get over to the Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St., from 5-8 p.m. and enjoy some live tunes with father-daughter duo Mike & Sadie.

28 Tree Lighting and Santa's Arrival Tree lighting ceremony at Jeff Jones Town Square and visit from Santa opens the holiday season in Sandpoint. DowntownSandpoint.com. 208-255-1876

28 Festival of Trees Charity & Cheer Window Walk. Join right after the official tree lighting and Santa's arrival at Jeff Jones Town Square. Stop by The Hive for an exclusive sneak peek at the beautifully decorated Festival of Trees displays and pick up your very own Festival of Trees Passport Booklet, your guide to the Charity and Cheer Window Walk featuring 12 stunning nonprofit raffle trees in local downtown businesses. Each passport is your chance to support local causes, win big, and experience the joy of giving this season.

28 Live Music with John Daffron. Join at Barrel 33, 100 N. First Ave. from 5:30-8:30 p.m. to enjoy some great live music.

28 Live Music with Kenny James Miller Band. Join from 6-8 p.m. at Smokesmith BBQ, 102 S. Boyer Ave. to catch this Northwest Blues Rock power duo performing original blues music.

29 Festival of Trees: Friends & Family Event. It's a free CREC event held at the Hive, 207 N. First Ave. from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Get pictures with Santa, have some cookies & cocoa. Kids will have free crafts and activities to join in on. There's so much fun to be had. Get more info at CRECIdaho.com.

29 Holiday Market. Don't miss this market full of local merchants, artists, crafts, baked goods, handcrafted candy, and more. Hosted by the Sandpoint Teen Center, & First Lutheran Church in partnership with the local Cottage Market. Event will be held at the First Lutheran Church on the corner of Olive & Ontario from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

29 Live Music with Scott Dodson. The Scott Dodson duo has roots in 70's and 80's music. Settle in for a night of dancing and easy rock favorites at the Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St., from 5-8 p.m.

29 Live Music with Mike & Sadie Wagoner. Join at Barrel 33, 100 N. First Ave. from 5:30-8:30 p.m. to enjoy some great live music.

29 Live Music with Carli Osika. Join from 6-8 p.m. at Smokesmith BBQ, 102 S. Boyer Ave. for some pop-country music.

29 Live Music with Coming Home Band. Meet up at 6 p.m. at Connie's, 323 Cedar St. for some live music with Coming Home Band.

29 DJ Sterling. Join at Roxy's, 215 Pine St. from 9 to midnight for music with DJ Sterling.

30 Live Piano with David Speight. Enjoy contemporary, improvisational songs on the grand piano at Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St., from 1-3 p.m.

29 The Shook Twins: Giving Thanks. The Shook Twins return to their hometown for the 13th annual Giving Thanks Show at the Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., at 7:30 p.m. (doors at 6:30). Joined by their longtime friend and Sandpoint favorite John Craigie, who will open the night and collaborate with the twins, the evening promises a heartfelt mix of music and community. A limited number of VIP tickets are available, including reserved seating and a special pre-show acoustic set with drinks in the Little Theater. Please note: this is a dancing show, and views in the first five rows may be blocked. Get tickets at Panida.org.

30 Live Music with Fiddlin' Red. Join at Barrel 33, 100 N. First Ave. from 1-4 p.m. to enjoy some great live music.

30 Christmas Jubilee Concert. CREC invites you to join from 3-5 p.m. and enjoy a heartwarming holiday performance of the Bonners Ferry Orchestra in their Sandpoint Debut at the Hive, 207 N. First Ave. CRECIdaho.com.

And here's what's on tap in December 2025!

1-4 BGH Parade of Trees. Bonner General Hospital invites the community to its Parade of Trees, featuring three-foot decorated Christmas trees available for viewing and bidding in one of the hospital's classrooms. Crafts and baked goods will also be available all week long. This is the 23rd year of BGH displaying these trees and funding goes to their Employee Education Fund. The display is open daily from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 520 N. Third Avenue, with bidding closing on Dec. 4 at 4 p.m.

3 POAC Performing Art Series: The Nutcracker with Ballet Victoria. POAC is trilled to bring back the timeless holiday classic that unites us all in the festive season. The talented dancers of Ballet Victoria will warm your heart and will feature local youth as well. Tickets $45 adult, $20 youth. Get tickets at artinsandpoint.org, at the POAC Gallery, 313 N. Second Ave., or by calling 208-263-6139.

5 Fun! Til' Death Does Us Part Murder Mystery Event. Step into an evening of mystery and intrigue at Talus Rock Retreat, 291 Syringa Heights Road in Sandpoint. The night begins with a no-host bar and hors d'oeuvres from 5-6 p.m., followed by the start of the interactive mystery at 6 p.m. Guests are invited to dress up or come as they are and take part in this wedding reception themed whodunit. Tickets are $127 per person plus tax and fees; call 208-255-8458 for reservations. If you make your reservation by Nov. 18 you'll be entered into a drawing to stay overnight in the Nooma room on the night of the event, for free.

5-7 Christmas Craft Fair. Join the Sandpoint Lions and the Girl Scouts as they host a joint Christmas Craft Fair at the Sandpoint Community Hall, 204 S. First Ave., from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day.

6 Holiday Market. Don't miss this market full of local merchants, artists, crafts, baked goods, handcrafted candy, and more. Hosted by the Sandpoint Teen Center, & First Lutheran Church in partnership with the local Cottage Market. Event will be held at the First Lutheran Church on the corner of Olive & Ontario from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

6 Festival of Trees Starlit Soiree Gala & Live Auction. Take part in this glamorous holiday event hosted at the Hive, 207 N. First Ave. from 6:00-11:00 p.m. Raise your paddle and bid on some beautiful holiday tree's, enjoy a catered dinner, and more - all to help raise funds for CREC. Get more info at CRECIdaho.com.

6 Christmas with the Gothard Sisters. Celebrate the beginning of the holiday season with internationally acclaimed Celtic folk group The Gothard Sisters. The three sisters present a high-energy, festive evening weaving together Christmas carols, Celtic tunes and songs, Irish dancing, and more. Great for the whole family. Join at the Panida, 300 N. First Ave. at 7:30 p.m. Get tickets or more info at panida.org.

7 Czech Christmas Mass. Experience the warmth and joy of Czech Christmas Mass by composer J.J. Ryba, a beloved Czech holiday classic that blends sacred themes with the warmth of folk melodies and rhythms, soloists and ensemble will be led by maestro, Jan Pellant. First performed in 1796, this pastoral masterpiece tells the Nativity story through the eyes of humble Bohemian shepherds. Show will be held at the First Lutheran Church, 526 Olive Ave. at 7 p.m. Tickets available here.

7 $5 Movie: The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou. The Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., presents Wes Anderson Series featuring The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou. Renowned oceanographer Steve Zissou played by Bill Murray has sworn vengeance on the rare shark that devoured a member of his crew. Joined by his regular team, Ned played by Owen Wilson who believes Zissou is his father, and Jane played by Cate Blanchett a journalist pregnant by a married man, they travel the sea encountering pirates and confronting figures from Zissou's past including his estranged wife Eleanor played by Anjelica Huston. The series is sponsored by La Chic Boutique and Pend d'Oreille Winery. The film starts at 7 p.m. with doors opening 30 minutes prior. Get tickets at Panida.org.

9 Music Matters! Christmas Concert. Join for a festive evening at the Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave. for a festive evening of music with the Music Matters! youth orchestra, choir, and percussion ensemble. Enjoy the sounds of the season. Adults $10, Students $5. Children 6 and under are free. 6 p.m. Get your tickets at the door, or online here.

12 Sandpoint Contra Dance. Community dancing in the New England tradition. Live music, lively caller. All dances taught and called. No partner or experience needed. New dancers welcome and encouraged to arrive in time for the first dance. Please bring your water bottle, clean shoes, smile, and be fragrance free! Join at Sandpoint Community Hall, 204 S. First Ave. from 7-10 p.m. $5-10 donation at the door.

12-13 Allegro Dance Studio Presents: The Nutcracker. Join for the 4th annual production of The Nutcracker, a magical holiday tradition. Experience the magic with local dancers, musicians, and artists brought to life on stage with a live orchestra from the North Idaho Philharmonia under the direction of Maestro Jan Pellant. Shows will be held at the Panida, 300 N. First Ave., on Friday at 7 p.m. and Saturday at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. with doors opening 30 minutes prior to the show. Get your tickets here.

13 Sandpoint SantaCon. Dubbed Sandpoint's best Christmas Party, Sandpoint Santa Con is a day for kind people dressed in Santa attire to gather, mingle, and jingle to spread holiday cheer and raise money for a good cause. All proceeds from this year's event will bene3fit the Schweitzer Avy Dogs. Join for the official kick-off featuring DJ Santa. There will be a live meet & greet with the Avy Dogs, festive activities, a town-wide pub crawl, and the naughty list party (for those 21+) at the 219 Lounge. Get tickets here.

16 Little Live Radio Hour. Every third Tuesday of the month, KRFY hosts a Little Live Radio Hour and broadcasts live on air from the Panida Little Theater! KRFY host Jack Peterson, chats with a local musician between songs and creates a fun listening environment to be heard live on the radio or actually in the room if you can make it down! These events are always free to attend and they ask live audience members to arrive by 6:45 p.m. and get settled with a glass of beer or wine for the 7 p.m. live broadcast. The show length is always 1 hour. Watch it live, listen at 88.5 FM, or stream at KRFY.org.

16 A Celtic Christmas with Everdream. The Panida Theater welcomes back the beloved Irish trio Everdream for A Celtic Christmas, beautifully reimagined for 2025 and celebrating their 10-year anniversary tour. Featuring Emer on vocals, Mary on violin, and Teresa on harp, this enchanting performance blends traditional Celtic melodies with festive holiday classics, heartfelt storytelling, and new visual elements showcasing the beauty of Ireland. Known for their warmth, humor, and shimmering stage presence, Everdream creates a joyful, family-friendly experience that captures the magic of the season. This show will be held at the Panida, 300 N. First Ave. at 7 p.m. with doors opening 1 hour before the show. Get your tickets here.

18 Bonner County Historical Society Annual Holiday Party. Join the Bonner County Historical Society for the December History Exchange from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at the Sandpoint Organic Agriculture Center. This festive evening doubles as the annual holiday party and the grand opening of a new collaborative exhibit created with the University of Idaho and the Pend Oreille Arts Council. The display features objects from each organization's collection celebrating Bonner County's agricultural heritage, including large-scale artifacts that have never before been shown at the Museum. Watch for more info.

18 SHS Choir Christmas Concert. Join in the SHS auditorium, 410 S. Division at 7 p.m. for performances of the Christmas literature from SHS mixed choir, concert choir, and chamber choir. $5.

21 Amahl and the Night Visitors. Join at the First Lutheran Church, 526 S. Olive Ave. and experience the magic of the season with the Music Conservatory's Bel Canto production of Amahl and the Night Visitors, Menotti's cherished children's opera. Tickets are $15 for adults, $10 for students, and free for children ages 6 and under. Tickets available at the door, or online here. 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. performances.

23-24 Ski with Santa. Santa will be sliding the slopes around Schweitzer before he begins his travels around the world! You'll be able to catch Santa cruising around several beginner and intermediate runs so be on the lookout! He'll have candy to pass out to all the GOOD girls and boys! For more information, visit Schweitzer.com. 208-255-3081

31 Taps New Years Eve. Join the party at Taps on Schweitzer for New Years Eve. For the most up to date information, or to purchase tickets, go to Schweitzer.com.

31 Schweitzer Family Friendly New Years Eve Tubing Party. Come bring the family up the hill and enjoy a tubing party to celebrate the end of the year at Schweitzer.com.