Here is what's happening in July!

16 Mother Goose. At 10 a.m. in the Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St. in Karen's Room. Stories and singing for babies and toddlers 0-3 yrs. and their caregivers with stay & play until 10:40 a.m. Info: 263-6930 ext. 1211 or [email protected]. *Repeats every Tuesday.

16 Clark Fork Mother Goose. Clark Fork Library, 601 Main St., hosts stories, rhymes, and music for toddlers and their caregivers starting at 10 a.m., followed by 20 minutes of playtime. For more information, call 208-266-1321. *Repeats every Tuesday.

16 Preschool Storytime. Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St., hosts stories and crafts for kids age 2-5 and their caregivers at 11 a.m. Free and open to the public. eBonnerLibrary.org. For more information, contact Suzanne Davis at 208-263-6930 ext. 1211 or [email protected]. *Held every Tuesday.

16 Clark Fork Storytime. Clark Fork Library, 601 Main St., hosts stories, music, and crafts geared to ages 3-8 at 11 a.m. All welcome. For more information call 208-266-1321. *Repeats every Tuesday.

16 Explore Virtual Reality. Explore the world with Google Earth VR during drop-in sessions between 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. in the Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St. Under 18 must accompany parent consent form; under 10 must be accompanied by parent or legal guardian. For more information, contact the Tech Desk: 208-263-6930 ext.1251. eBonnerLibrary.org. *Held every Tuesday.

16 Robotics. Explore STEAM with Lego Mindstorm robotics from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Clark Fork Library, 601 Main St. eBonnerLibrary.org. 208-266-1321 *Held every Tuesday.

16 MAGIC the Gathering. Teens meet in Community Room B to play the game MAGIC at 3:30 p.m. eBonnerLibrary.org. 208-263-6930 ext. 1245. *Repeats every Tuesday.

16 Parent Grief Support Group. For parents grieving the loss of a child, this monthly support group meets at 5 p.m. at Turning Leaf Counseling, 1205 Highway 2, Suite 304B. This is an ongoing, informal meeting that is open to all parents who have experienced the loss of a child at any age. These bereavement services are offered at no cost to parents who would like to receive support; grandparents are also welcome. Contact Lissa DeFreitas at 208-265-1185 for an application or more information. *Held on the third Tuesday of every month.

17 KRFY Morning Show. Morning Show hosts Suzy Prez and Chris Bessler discuss a current affairs topic. Tune in at 8 a.m.; or hear a podcast later in the day on the KRFY Podcast page. * Held every Wednesday.

17 Panhandle Forest Collaborative Meeting. A Panhandle Forest Collaborative meeting will be held from 12:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Bonner County Administration Building in the first floor Conference Room, 1500 Highway 2. Open to the public. Email Ben Irey at [email protected] for more information.

17 Galaxy T-Shirts. At 2 p.m. in the East Bonner County Library in Clark Fork, 601 Main St. Paint galaxy art on a T-shirt, yours to take home for free! Part of the 2019 Summer Reading Challenge "A Universe of Stories." Sign up at eBonnerLibrary.org. For more information call 208-266-1321.

17 Public Hearing Regarding Temporary Moratorium on Airport Overlay Rezones. Community members are invited to weigh-in on a proposed temporary moratorium on new requests for rezoning of properties surrounding the airport at a public hearing scheduled during the City Council meeting at 5:30 p.m. in Council Chambers at City Hall, 1123 Lake Street. Those interested can learn more about Land Use and Public Airports on the City’s website. For more information, contact Aaron Qualls at [email protected] or 208-255-1738.

17 Science Café: Sleuthing Garden and Landscape Problems. 5:30 p.m. at the East Bonner County Library in Sandpoint, 1407 Cedar St. in the Community Room B. Bring your samples of sick plants and work in teams to figure out what is hurting your trees, shrubs, flowers or vegetables. This hands-on workshop will help you learn to identify what is causing your plants to feel under the weather, and the best remedy to nurse them back to health. Bring in fresh plant samples that are partially-damaged but not dead, pictures and as much information as you can including when the problem started and how it progressed. We will show you how to solve the problem and also other problems that may arise in your garden in the future. For more information call 208-265-2665.

18 Alzheimer's Support Group. Sandpoint Senior Center, 820 Main St., hosts an Alzheimer's Support Group from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m., for families, caregivers, and friends of those with Alzheimer's. Free respite care is available at the Day Break Center next door during group session with advance reservations (208-265-8127). For more information on the group, contact Jan Griffitts at 208-290-1973 or e-mail [email protected]. *Held on the first and third Thursday of each month.

19 Explore Virtual Reality. From 10 a.m. to noon in the East Bonner County Library in Sandpoint, 1407 Cedar St. Reserve a 15-minute session in the VR room at eBonnerLibrary.org on the event listing. Info: Contact the Tech Desk at 208-263-6930 ext.1251. *Held every Friday.

20 Little Mozarts Music Class. 10:30 a.m. at the Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St. Register for this class through the Music Conservatory of Sandpoint. Program runs through August 3. For more information call 208-263-6930 ext. 1211 or [email protected]. *Repeats every Saturday.

20 Jr. Ranger Program. Round Lake state park hosts Habitat: That’s Where it’s at - Jr. Ranger Program at the Round Lake amphitheater at 11 a.m. Kids will learn about animals homes

20 Explore Virtual Reality. From 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. in the East Bonner County Library in Sandpoint, 1407 Cedar St. Reserve a 15-minute session in the new VR room online at eBonnerLibrary.org or contact the Tech Desk 263-6930 ext.1251. *Repeats every Saturday.

20 Campfire Program. Round Lake state park hosts Leave no Trace - Campfire program at the Round Lake amphitheater at 8 p.m.  Learn how to and why it is important to enter natural areas and have very little impact to the area. Open to all ages.

21-August 25 Church on the Water. Pastor Jim Grassi will deliver a short but meaningful message at the new Willows Club Marina, 520 Willow Dr., Priest River, every Sunday from 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. Dr. Grassi is an author and international speaker with a timely message about culture, family, and faith. Country-western singer and local performer Tommy Petrie will lead the worship’s music support. Petrie has been performing at local rodeos and various dining establishments for years. His comfortable country-style and warm personality will set-up Grassi’s practical messages from the top of a floating suite. For more information contact Pastor Jim Grassi at 208-660-2550. *Repeats every Sunday.

21 Campfire Program. Round Lake state park hosts Managing our Forest - Campfire program at the Round Lake amphitheater at 11 a.m. Open to all ages.

22 Master Naturalist Nature Hike. A Master Naturalist will hike Round Lake's trails at 9 a.m. and explore the flora and fauna that you may encounter. The hike is about 1 to 2 hours depending on your interest. *Repeats every Monday.

23 LPOSD Permanent Levy Proposal Public Discussion. Trustees of the Lake Pend Oreille School District want to gather public opinion about a permanent levy proposal during an open discussion set for 5 p.m. in the Ponderay Events Center, 401 Bonner Mall Way, Ponderay. Trustees of the Lake Pend Oreille School District are considering asking voters this November whether to make the two-year levy permanent. Discussion is free and open to the public.

23 PFLAG Sandpoint. Meetings are held at First Presbyterian Church from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. PFLAG holds a support meeting on the second Tuesday of the month, and a game night and social event on the fourth Tuesday of the month. Free and open to the public. *Held on the second and fourth Tuesday of every month.

24 STEM in the Park - Roller Coasters. Noon at City Beach. Make roller coasters for marbles as part of the 2019 Summer Reading Challenge "A Universe of Stories." STEM stands for science, technology, engineering, and math. For more information call 208-263-6930 ext. 1211 or [email protected].

24 STEM at the Farmers Market. 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Farmin Park during the Wednesday Farmers Market. Fun with science, technology, engineering, and math with a new theme each time! For more information call 208-263-6930 ext. 1211.

24 3D Printing Club. Collaborate with others and learn more from staff about 3D printing and design from 4:30 p.m. and 6 p.m., at the Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St. A few laptops will be provided or you may bring your own device. Open to all ages and skill levels. 208-263-6930 ext. 1251 *Held on the second and fourth Wednesday of the month. 

25 SASi poetry Class. SASi, 820 Main St., hosts a Poetry appreciation class with Vivian Bogardus at 12:30 p.m.

25 Extreme Science in Clark Fork. 2 p.m. at the East Bonner County Library in Clark Fork, 601 Main St. Radical Rick is back with a space themed science show. Part of the 2019 Summer Reading Challenge "A Universe of Stories." Sign up at eBonnerLibrary.org. For more information call 208-266-1321.

25 Extreme Science in Sandpoint. 6 p.m. at the East Bonner County Library in Sandpoint, 1407 Cedar St. Radical Rick is back with a space themed science show. Part of the 2019 Summer Reading Challenge "A Universe of Stories." For more information call 208-263-6930 ext. 1211 or [email protected].

26 S.O.L.E. Kids Pollinator Workshop & Plant Swap. Evans Brothers Coffee hosts from 10 a.m. to noon. Ages 4+ years old. $5 donation encouraged but not required.

26 Evans Brothers Coffee Community Spotlight Day. Selkirk Outdoor Leadership School, all day! 5% of cafe sales go to supporting SOLE's Youth Scholarship Fund.

26 Campfire Program. Round Lake state park hosts Wild Edibles - Campfire program at the Round Lake amphitheater at 7 p.m. Open to all ages.

27 Jr. Ranger Program. Round Lake state park hosts All in Knots - Jr. Ranger Program at the Round Lake amphitheater at 11 a.m. Kids will learn to tie knots and how the knot is best used.

28 Campfire Program. Round Lake state park hosts Biodiversity - Campfire program at the Round Lake amphitheater at 11 a.m. Learn why it makes our natural areas healthier. Open to all ages.

29 On-Farm Workshop: Seed Saving. Greentree Naturals hosts an organic gardening workshop on Seed Saving. You can save vegetable, herb, and flower seeds from your garden to plant next year. Seed saving involves selecting suitable plants from which to save seed, harvesting seeds at the right time, and storing them properly over the winter. We will also discuss hand pollination, seed cleaning, and seed storage. Held from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; cost is $25 per workshop and fee includes all materials and supplies needed. Email [email protected] or call 208-263-8957.

29 SASi Widows Helping Widows. SASi, 820 Main St., hosts Widows Helping Widows at 10 a.m.

30 Magic Show. Two shows: at 2 p.m. at the East Bonner County Library in Clark Fork, 601 Main St., and again at 6 p.m. at the Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St. Cecil Lewis wows us with some space-themed magic. Part of the 2019 Summer Reading Challenge "A Universe of Stories." Sign up at eBonnerLibrary.org. For more information call 208-266-1321 or 208-263-6930.

Here is what's coming up in August!

3 Sandpoint Friends of the Library Book Sale. Sandpoint Library hosts the FOL Book Sale from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free and open to the public, so come browse around! eBonnerLibrary.org. *Held on the first Saturday of every month.

3 Bella Note Musical Program. Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St., hosts the Bella Note Musical Program at 10:30 a.m. Part of a monthly series, this program features a different musical theme and is geared for families with young children. eBonnerLibrary.org. 208-263-6930. *Held on the first Saturday of the month.

7 3D Printing Workshop. The Clark Fork Library, 601 Main St., hosts a 3D Printing Workshop from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Design your own 3D printed object, and also learn some fascinating ways 3D printers are being used. Space is limited and pre-registration is required by calling 208-266-1321. *Held on the first Wednesday of every month.

8 Cancer Support Group. Community Cancer Services, 1205 Highway 2 Ste. 101 B hosts a new group for anyone in Bonner and Boundary counties affected by cancer. For more information, contact Cindy Maarx at 208-255-2301 or [email protected]. *Repeats the second Thursday of every month.

13 Bonner County Democratic Women. A monthly meeting of Bonner County Democratic Women, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Jalapenos, 314 N. Second Ave. Free and open to the public; the group does not collect dues, but donations are accepted. For more information, email [email protected]. *Held on the second Tuesday of every month.

14 The Conversation. Ivano's Ristorante, 102 S. First Ave. hosts The Conversation from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Free and open to the public. 208-263-1592 *Held on the second Wednesday of the month.

Here is what's coming up in September!

10 Geezer Forum. Columbia Bank, 414 Church St., hosts the Geezer Forum from 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. with Paul Graves. Note: This is the first forum of the season following a summer break. Geezer Forums are held on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month, presented by Elder Advocates. Free and open to the public. 208-610-4971

15 12th Annual Patriotic Golf Scramble. The Sandpoint Elks will be hosting their 12th Annual Patriotic Golf Scramble on Sunday, September 15 starting at 9 a.m. All proceeds from this event will support Bonner & Boundary county Veterans. Sponsored by Sandpoint Elks Lodge #1376. Ticket cost is $60/player. For more information contact Linda Tatlock at 208-255-1405 or [email protected] or go online