Here's what's happening in June

10 Tuesday Tales & Trails. Join at 9:30 a.m. at Pine Street Woods, 11915 W. Pine St. for a weekly one-mile hike, reading books along the way. Perfect for the littlest adventurers ages 2-5, but everyone's invited to attend this literary journey through nature. Tales & Trails will continue thru July 29.

10 Clark Fork Chalk Art. Join in at the Clark Fork Library at 2 p.m. to help create colorful artwork on the pavilion floor, sign up for summer reading, and enjoy a snack.

10 Tuesday Coding Club. Join from 3-5 p.m. at the Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St., in the new Exploration Lab. Work with Edison bots Pi Sloth robots and Raspberry Pi units. Participants will primarily use Scratch and Python coding to interact with their robots. You don't need any prior experience to participate.

10 Mini Figurine Painting. Join from 5-7 p.m. in the Lab at the Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St., where you can paint mini figurines in a group setting, and learn new tips and tricks. This event will occur the second Tuesday of each month, and is open to teens and adults.

11 Wednesday Gardenbrary. Join at 10 a.m. in the Library Garden, 1407 Cedar St. for a weekly story in the garden followed by a garden-focused activity. This is geared towards 6-9 year olds. Gardenbrary will continue thru July 30.

11 Citizen Science at Waterlife Discovery Center. Join in from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Waterlife Discovery Center, 1591 Lakeshore Drive in Sagle, where you can drop by and enjoy library-supplied activities. Borrow supplies to view wildlife and/or look for nature "samples," then use microscopes to look closely.

11 Idaho Council on Developmental Disabilities: Public Forum. Every five years, the Council seeks your ideas to decide the work we do to improve the lives of people with disabilities and their families.  Your ideas will help guide our to support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to be included in all aspects of life. Join at the Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St. from 1:30-3:30 p.m. icdd.idaho.gov.

11 Wednesday STEM at the Market. Join from 3-4 p.m. at the Sandpoint Farmers' Market at Farmin Park. Families and children of all ages are invited to explore the wonders of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics through hands-on experiences. STEM at the Market will continue through July 30.

11 Wednesday 3D Design. Join in from 3:30-5 p.m. in he lab at the Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St. to learn 3D design basics on a free beginner's software for creating 3D shapes and designs.

12 Thursday Junior Book Club. Join in at 10 a.m. in the Library Garden, 1407 Cedar St. for this book club for 4th-6th graders. Enjoy lively chats on three fantastic books this summer, complete with fun activities that bring the stories to life. You will dive into each title for two-week discussions.

12 Clark Fork Pendulum Painting. Combine art with the forces of motion and gravity at the Clark Fork Library at 2 p.m. Create unique pieces using a cup full of paint suspended and swung above the paper.

12 Thursday Virtual Reality. Stop by for 15-minute VR sessions at the Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St. in the lab from 3-5 p.m. A legal guardian must accompany kids under 10.

12 Registration Deadline: Discovering Alcohol Inks with Susan Gallo. If you want to know what alcohol inks are and how they can be used, this is the class for you. Class will be held June 18 from 10 a.m. to noon. $24. Register or learn more at ArtInSandpoint.org.

13 White Pine Restoration Workshop. Blister rust is a non-invasive disease that devastated western white pine trees in the Inland Northwest. Pruning lower branches of young white pine can increase their survival by half. Join this workshop at the University of Idaho Sandpoint Organic Agriculture Center, 10881 N. Boyer Rd. and learn to reduce white pine blister rust mortality through pruning. Program will run 9-5 p.m. $20 registration fee. To register online by Friday, June 6 click here, then scroll to, and click on "University of Idaho Extension: Panhandle Forestry.

13 Registration Deadline: Jewelry with Mary Gayle Young. In this class students will learn a fundamental wire wrap technique to make a pair of dangle earrings, a pendant and a zipper pull. Class will be held June 19 from 5:30-8:30 p.m. $36. Register or learn more at ArtInSandpoint.org.

14 Veteran Community Yard Sale. Join in at the Sandpoint VFW Hall, 1325 Pine St. from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. for this community yard sale and fundraiser.

14 Open Sewing. Join at the Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St. in the community rooms where you can use their sewing machines (or bring your own). Experienced staff will be available to provide technical assistance or your beginning or intermediate project. For adults & teens. 10 a.m. to noon.

14: 2025 Woman of Courage Luncheon. Bonner County Republican Women Inc. (BCRWI) will honor Janice McGeachin, Idaho's first female Lieutenant Governor with the 2025 Woman of Courage award for her bold leadership and principled stands. Event includes lunch, 50/50 raffle, silent auction, and attendees will hear directly from former Lt. Gov. McGeachin. Purchase tickets here. $30. Event will be held at the Elks Lodge, 30196 ID-200 from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

14 'No Kings' Mass Protest. Join from noon to 2 p.m. at the Bonner County Government Office, on First Ave. and Lake St. Bring a friend, a sign, and a peaceful attitude. See more at SandpointIndivisible.com.

14 Saturday Virtual Reality. Stop by for 15-minute VR sessions at the Sandpoint Library Lab, 1407 Cedar St. from 1-3 p.m. A legal guardian must accompany kids under 10.

16 Monday Strollerbrary. Join at 9:30 a.m. at Travers Park, 2016 Pine St. Bring your small children in strollers for an adult-paced walk to engage with child development professionals and connect with other parents. Stay after the walk to enjoy a baby-friendly story time. Strollerbrary will continue thru July 28.

16 Kokedama Workshop. Make your own moss-wrapped plant art at Verdant Plants, 219 Church St. Kokedama is the Japanese technique of crafting stunning "moss balls" that beautifully showcase your plants! In this hands-on workshop, kokedama enthusiast Molly Cochell will help you choose an appropriate plant and demonstrate how to wrap its root ball in moss. These tropical beauties not only add a touch of greenery to any space but are also easy to care for. Contact [email protected] or 208-603-4502 for more information. See more, or get tickets here.

16-18 Library Teen Camp: Improv. Join from 1-3 p.m. in the Teen Zone where experts from the Blue Door Theater will teach three days of fundamentals of improvisation, character work, and introduce a variety of improv games. Incoming 7th-12th graders are welcome to register here.

17 Tuesday Tales & Trails. Join at 9:30 a.m. at Pine Street Woods, 11915 W. Pine St. for a weekly one-mile hike, reading books along the way. Perfect for the littlest adventurers ages 2-5, but everyone's invited to attend this literary journey through nature. Tales & Trails will continue thru July 29.

17 Clark Fork Silhouette Collages. The Clark Fork Library invites you to create a colorful silhouette scene using colored paper strips, glue, and a silhouette cutout of your choice. 2 p.m.

17 Tuesday Coding Club. Join from 3-5 p.m. at the Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St., in the new Exploration Lab. Work with Edison bots Pi Sloth robots and Raspberry Pi units. Participants will primarily use Scratch and Python coding to interact with their robots. You don't need any prior experience to participate.

17 Reg. Deadline: Art Talk #2 with Alison Barrows Young. "Visual Voices, Cross-Cultural Language For Understanding". POAC is proud to present a series of six 90-minute evening art talks that will be offered this summer. These lectures won't be typical. The presenter, Alison Barrows-Young, will dive into diverse topics, from art history and movements to culture, civilization, and the identity of artists. The participants will explore the relevance of various art history movements and how they continue to shape our understanding of the world. Time will be spent delving into the intricate relationship between art and the construction of individual and collective identities. Class will be held on June 20 from 6-7:30 p.m. $18. Learn more or register here.

18 Wednesday Gardenbrary. Join at 10 a.m. in the Library Garden, 1407 Cedar St. for a weekly story in the garden followed by a garden-focused activity. This is geared towards 6-9 year olds. Gardenbrary will continue thru July 30.

18 Citizen Science Day. KLT and the Sandpoint Library partner again to get kids outside to learn and explore. Drop in between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. to make and record your nature investigations with microscopes and other sciency equipment from the Library's STEAM Trailer at the Pine Street Woods, 11915 W. Pine St. no cost or need to pre-register, just show up at the main parking lot at PSW.

18 Wednesday STEM at the Market. Join from 3-4 p.m. at the Sandpoint Farmers' Market at Farmin Park. Families and children of all ages are invited to explore the wonders of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics through hands-on experiences. STEM at the Market will continue through July 30.

18 Wednesday 3D Design. Join in from 3:30-5 p.m. in he lab at the Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St. to learn 3D design basics on a free beginner's software for creating 3D shapes and designs.

20 Registration Deadline for Bella Note Music Studios: Summer Group Classes. Help your kids build their musical skills! Join for these summer group classes. Jumpstart classes cover the basics for beginners in flute, guitar, ukulele, and piano. Choir classes offer opportunities for two age groups, 8-11 and 12+. And the Musikgarten classes offers options for littles, walking and up to 4 years old. Classes will be held at Bella Note Music studios, 1205 Hwy. 2, Suite #103. Deadline to register is Friday, June 20. Each class is 6 weeks long. Times and days vary per class. Get more info at BellaNoteSandpoint.com.

21 Saturday Virtual Reality. Stop by for 15-minute VR sessions at the Sandpoint Library Lab, 1407 Cedar St. from 1-3 p.m. A legal guardian must accompany kids under 10.

21 Tinctures Do's and Don'ts. The Ladies Homestead Gathering of Bonner County invites Victoria Burbidge, a certified practitioner of herbal medicine who will be teaching tincture do's and don'ts. Sharing important tools to ensure safe and effective remedies. The Tip Talk will be a table social activity. Please bring your favorite slow cooker recipe to show others. Ladies 16+ and nursing babies only. Event will be held at New Song Bible Church, 270250 US-95 in Sagle from 1-3 p.m.

21 Jack Laude Benefit. Join at the Hoot Owl Cafe, 30784 Hwy. 200 in Ponderay for a benefit for Jack Laude, who has been diagnosed with colon cancer. To help ease his burden you can join in the back yard of the Hoot Owl for a 22 p.m. silent auction; 4 p.m. BBQ for $12, 5 p.m. live auction. Bring a lawn chair.

21 ITA Volunteer Trail Project: East Fork Boulder Creek Trail. Join the Idaho Trails Association on this beautiful trail on the Bonner's Ferry Ranger District that needs some help. No experience required. ITA provides the tools and training. Volunteers just need a willingness to work hard and a love for the outdoors. To sign up, or see other projects, visit IdahoTrailsAssociation.org/projects.

21 Registration Deadline: Kimekomi with Jenni Barry. In this class students will be creating 2-D Kimekomi art that combines the painterly quality of impressionism, with complex quilting. Class will be held July 27 from 1-5 p.m. $48. Register or learn more at ArtInSandpoint.org.

23 Monday Strollerbrary. Join at 9:30 a.m. at Travers Park, 2016 Pine St. Bring your small children in strollers for an adult-paced walk to engage with child development professionals and connect with other parents. Stay after the walk to enjoy a baby-friendly story time. Strollerbrary will continue thru July 28.

23-25 Library Teen Camp: Chef. Join from 1-3 p.m. in the lab. This camp is all about the culinary arts. Make charcuterie boards, summer smoothies, and imaginative pancakes. Incoming 7th thru 12th graders are welcome to register here.

24 Tuesday Tales & Trails. Join at 9:30 a.m. at Pine Street Woods, 11915 W. Pine St. for a weekly one-mile hike, reading books along the way. Perfect for the littlest adventurers ages 2-5, but everyone's invited to attend this literary journey through nature. Tales & Trails will continue thru July 29.

24 Clark Fork: Weaving. Weave a bookmark from yarn on a cardboard loom, or use a loom made of straws to fashion a colorful bookmark at the Clark Fork Library at 2 p.m.

24 Book Club. Join in the Community Rooms at the Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St. from 3-4 p.m. to discuss "Yellowface" by R.F. Kuang with library staff and community members. For adults & teens.

24 Tuesday Coding Club. Join from 3-5 p.m. at the Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St., in the new Exploration Lab. Work with Edison bots Pi Sloth robots and Raspberry Pi units. Participants will primarily use Scratch and Python coding to interact with their robots. You don't need any prior experience to participate.

24 Reg. Deadline: Gelli Plate Printmaking with Allison Barrows-Young. Gelli plate printing is a fun, versatile, and accessible mono-printing technique that requires only a few basic skills to start and can evolve into a deep exploration with unpredictable results. Classes will be held on June 30, July 7, 14 from 1-4 p.m. $108. Get more info at ArtInSandpoint.org.

25 Wednesday Gardenbrary. Join at 10 a.m. in the Library Garden, 1407 Cedar St. for a weekly story in the garden followed by a garden-focused activity. This is geared towards 6-9 year olds. Gardenbrary will continue thru July 30.

25 Citizen Science at Waterlife Discovery Center. Join in from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Waterlife Discovery Center, 1591 Lakeshore Drive in Sagle, where you can drop by and enjoy library-supplied activities. Borrow supplies to view wildlife and/or look for nature "samples," then use microscopes to look closely.

25 Mobile Market. It's a mobile market drive-thru for some free food (fresh and nonperishable items). No appointment or paperwork is needed. Will serve up to 250 families (or while supplies last). 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Christ Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, 1900 Pine St. Event hosted by Second Harvest Inland Northwest. This event is open to everyone. Simply drive in and get loaded up with groceries. Guests are asked not to arrive before 11 as it causes traffic and safety concerns. Please enter from Lincoln Ave. There will be further events July 9 and Aug. 13.

25 Wednesday STEM at the Market. Join from 3-4 p.m. at the Sandpoint Farmers' Market at Farmin Park. Families and children of all ages are invited to explore the wonders of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics through hands-on experiences. STEM at the Market will continue through July 30.

25 Wednesday 3D Design. Join in from 3:30-5 p.m. in he lab at the Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St. to learn 3D design basics on a free beginner's software for creating 3D shapes and designs.

25 Registration Deadline: Abstract Painting with Alison Barrows-Young. In this abstract class, students will explore personal expression through abstract form. Color, texture and design principles will be discussed and employed. Classes will be held July 1, 8, and 15 from 1-4 p.m. $108. Register or learn more at ArtInSandpoint.org.

26 Thursday Junior Book Club. Join in at 10 a.m. in the Library Garden, 1407 Cedar St. for this book club for 4th-6th graders. Enjoy lively chats on three fantastic books this summer, complete with fun activities that bring the stories to life. You will dive into each title for two-week discussions.

26 Thursday Virtual Reality. Stop by for 15-minute VR sessions at the Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St. in the lab from 3-5 p.m. A legal guardian must accompany kids under 10.

26 Mount a Staghorn Fern. Join in at Verdant Plant Shop from 5:30-7:30 p.m. to mount a staghorn fern. $25; materials sold separately.Register here.

26 Extreme Science. Join in the Community Rooms at the Clark Fork Library at 6 p.m. Enjoy Radical Rick's fantastic science show. Explosions included.

27 Picnic Day & Concert at Pine Street Woods. It will be a delightful day for a picnic and concert with OK2Botay, a lively steel drum ensemble of talented youths from grades 6-12. Enjoy the music, check out a book, or sign up for a library card while experiencing an exhilarating performance. Pine Street Woods, 11915 West Pine St. 12:30 p.m.

28 Hope Memorial Community Center Tailgate Sale. Don't miss this sale at 415 Wellington Place in Hope. 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

28 Natural Connections. Join in the Garden of the Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St. from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Enjoy a day of events including canine behavior and communication; mindfulness practices with brain science; herbs for emotional well-being; and the making of natural inks and pigments to create non-toxic art. Join for one or all.

28 Annual Amateur Radio Relay League Field Day. Join from noon to 6 p.m. at the Edgemere Grange, 3273 Bandy Rd. in Priest River. A special station will allow visitors to try and make on-air radio contacts. Learn more at K7JEP.org or Bonnerares.org.

28 Saturday Virtual Reality. Stop by for 15-minute VR sessions at the Sandpoint Library Lab, 1407 Cedar St. from 1-3 p.m. A legal guardian must accompany kids under 10.

30 Clark Fork Escape Room. Join in at noon at the Clark Fork Library and bring your friends to a summer themed escape room for all ages.

30 Wild Mushroom Class & Field Trip. Join for a class led by Idaho Master Naturalist, Ed Buzbee. This session will begin with a classroom-style presentation, followed by an afternoon field trip in the forest, contingent on weather conditions. Field trip location to be announced. 9:30-11:30 a.m. Meet at the Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St. Field trip from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

And in July...

9 Free Food Distribution. Free food distribution from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. or until the food runs out.  This event will be held in the parking lot of Christ Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, 1900 Pine Street in Sandpoint (across the street from Litehouse YMCA).  These events are open to everyone; simply drive in and get loaded up with groceries.  Distributions vary, however often include produce, meat, bread, and pantry items.  Guests are asked not to arrive before 11, as it can cause traffic and safety concerns.  Please enter from Lincoln Avenue.  There will be one final distribution at this location on August 13th.

12 Kids' Fairy Garden Workshop. Join in from 9-10 a.m. at Verdant Plant Shop where kids can create their own fairy garden for $25. Register here.

15 Tree Cookie Tuesday. Join in from 9 a.m. to noon at the Arboretum, 611 Ella St. (near Lakeview Park) to solve three different mysteries. Take home a cookie and project after the 20 minute program. July 15 will focus on beetles, July 22 is spiders, and July 29 will be ants.

16 Citizen Science Day. KLT and the Sandpoint Library partner again to get kids outside to learn and explore. Drop in between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. to make and record your nature investigations with microscopes and other sciency equipment from the Library's STEAM Trailer at the Pine Street Woods, 11915 W. Pine St. no cost or need to pre-register, just show up at the main parking lot at PSW.

21 Kids' Fairy Garden Workshop. Join in from 1-2 p.m. at Verdant Plant Shop where kids can create their own fairy garden for $25. Register here.

22 Tree Cookie Tuesday. Join in from 9 a.m. to noon at the Arboretum, 611 Ella St. (near Lakeview Park) to solve three different mysteries. Take home a cookie and project after the 20 minute program. July 15 will focus on beetles, July 22 is spiders, and July 29 will be ants.

25-27 ITA Volunteer Trail Project: Coeur d'Alene River Trail. Join the Idaho Trails Association for their first "Old Timer" project, for people 65+. This is a beautiful trail with National Recreation Trail status. Help ITA to improve it for hikers and equestrians. ITA provides the tools and training. Volunteers just need a willingness to work hard and a love for the outdoors. To sign up, or see other projects, visit IdahoTrailsAssociation.org/projects.

29 Tree Cookie Tuesday. Join in from 9 a.m. to noon at the Arboretum, 611 Ella St. (near Lakeview Park) to solve three different mysteries. Take home a cookie and project after the 20 minute program. July 15 will focus on beetles, July 22 is spiders, and July 29 will be ants.

30 Citizen Science Day. KLT and the Sandpoint Library partner again to get kids outside to learn and explore. Drop in between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. to make and record your nature investigations with microscopes and other sciency equipment from the Library's STEAM Trailer at the Pine Street Woods, 11915 W. Pine St. no cost or need to pre-register, just show up at the main parking lot at PSW.

Camps!

June 9: Kids Summer Grief Camp. This 3-day camp is designed to support children through grief. Trained volunteers will provide a safe space for kids to express their feelings, learn coping strategies, and connect with others who understand their journey. Register by calling (208) 265-1179 or emailing [email protected] for an application. Applications are due by May 8, 2025. Free for Bonner and Boundary County children ages 8-17! Activities will include group discussions and activities, therapeutic arts & crafts, and outdoor adventures! See Facebook event here.

9-11 Library Teen Camp: Anime. Join from 1-3 p.m. in the Teen Zone for a three-day adventure filled with the magic of Anime including art, storyboarding, Japanese calligraphy, bubble tea, and traditional Japanese desserts. Incoming 7th-12th graders are welcome to register here.

9-13 Vacation Bible School: Wonder Junction. Kids from 3 years up to 6th grade are invited to join this unforgettable trip at Wonder Junction, where curiosity leads the way and imagination comes to life. Kids will experience engaging lessons, adventurous games, tasty treats, amazing crafts, and riveting stories, all designed to inspire, explore, and have a blast together. Camp will be held at Northside Christian Fellowship, 4400 Colburn Culver Dr. Camp runs from 6-8 p.m. and registration begins at 5:30 p.m. on June 9. Questions? Call or text 208-290-8025. NCFChurch.net.

16-18 Sandpoint Girls Basketball Youth Summer Camp. It's an exciting and fun-filled opportunity for young players (ages 3rd-7th grade) to improve their skills while enjoying the game of basketball. This camp includes a variety of activities designed to help players develop their basketball abilities, from ball handling to shooting and defense. This camp will be held at Sandpoint High School, 410 S. Division Ave. from 8:30-11:30 a.m. $75. Fill out the registration form and turn it into the Sandpoint High School.

16-18 Library Teen Camp: Improv. Join from 1-3 p.m. in the Teen Zone where experts from the Blue Door Theater will teach three days of fundamentals of improvisation, character work, and introduce a variety of improv games. Incoming 7th-12th graders are welcome to register here.

23-25 Library Teen Camp: Chef. Join from 1-3 p.m. in the lab. This camp is all about the culinary arts. Make charcuterie boards, summer smoothies, and imaginative pancakes. Incoming 7th thru 12th graders are welcome to register here.

23-July 31 Bella Note Music Studios: Summer Group Classes. Help your kids build their musical skills! Join for these summer group classes. Jumpstart classes cover the basics for beginners in flute, guitar, ukulele, and piano. Choir classes offer opportunities for two age groups, 8-11 and 12+. And the Musikgarten classes offers options for littles, walking and up to 4 years old. Classes will be held at Bella Note Music studios, 1205 Hwy. 2, Suite #103. Deadline to register is Friday, June 20. Each class is 6 weeks long. Times and days vary per class. Get more info at BellaNoteSandpoint.com.