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Family Engagement NightFamily Engagement Night
Join on Tuesday, October 8 for a free, fun, and engaging family event hosted by Lenea Pierzchanowski, our region's dedicated educational specialist for Idaho Public Television. This exciting evening is designed to bring families together for a night of learning and hands-on activities, where parents and caregivers will gain valuable insights into how children learn and grow. You'll discover practical tips and strategies for supporting your child's learning at home, fostering their development in a nurturing and effective way. The evening will feature guided activities for the whole family. Each family will receive a take home kit, and dinner will be provided. This educational evening will be held at the Sandpoint Play & Learn, 102 S. Division Ave. from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Limited spots available, sign up here.

Artist Reception: Brandon PuckettArtist Reception for Brandon Puckett
On Thursday, October 10, Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St. invites you to take a few moments to meet their October artist of the month, Brandon Puckett, and enjoy his vibrant, professional photography pieces from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Brandon is an adventure photographer who enjoys exploring the beauty of our planet. There is a passion behind his images as he works to bring a different understanding of what it means to follow God by seeing nature and the people around us through that lens. He often ventures out on his backcountry trips and travel experiences alone which is where he finds himself and the Creator. It is his hope that as you look at the beauty displayed in his work, you will catch a glimpse of not only being there, but also to marvel at the heart behind the beauty.

Steel Magnolias: PlayLPORT Steel Magnolias
The Lake Pend Oreille Repertory Theater presents Steel Magnolias by Robert Harling at the Panida, 300 N. First Ave. Get tickets at LPOrep.com. LPORT has already produced several acclaimed plays that have been performed at the Panida Theater, and the upcoming will be a showcase of their talents. The original stage play by Robert Harling is based on his experience with his sister's death, and was later made into the famed feature film. It portrays the bond among a group of southern women in Lousiana, with the title suggesting the female characters are "as delicate as magnolias but as tough as steel." The story combines humor and comedy with a tragic storyline that is deeply revealing of the women's powerful bond. Shows will be held on Friday/Saturday October 11 and 12, as well as Friday/Saturday October 18 and 19 at 7:00 p.m. With matinee's on Sundays, October 13 and 20 at 2:00 p.m.

Harvest FestHarvest Fest
Join in on the final Saturday Farmers' Market of the season at the annual Harvest Fest on Saturday, October 12! As always, it will be held in Farmin Park (rain, sleet, snow or sunshine!) from 9:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. At this event we'll be celebrating the culmination of another wonderful growing season within the community.​ Come and enjoy handmade goods, local crafts, and more. In addition, the Farmers' Market of Sandpoint is hosting a food drive for the Bonner County Food Bank, so please bring a donation of a non-perishable items for the Food Bank so that you can receive a raffle ticket to win a market gift basket. Please remember that, by law, no dogs are allowed in Farmin Park. Don't miss out. SandpointFarmersMarket.com.

Sandpoint OktoberfestSandpoint Oktoberfest
Join in from 12:00 to 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 12 for the second Annual Oktoberfest with Matchwood, MickDuff's, Laughing Dog, Utara, and Timber Town to celebrate the authentic traditions of Oktoberfest in Sandpoint. This years event will benefit a local family enduring a devastating battle with brain cancer. This is a family friendly event with traditional Bavarian festivities including Festzelt, Biergarten, Budenstrasse, Masskrug Rennen, and more. Ages 21+ are encouraged to bring your own stein. Get more information on the Facebook Event page here.
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Here's what's happening in October!

8 Live Piano with Jack Purdie. Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St. welcomes Jack Purdie to the grand piano from 5-7 p.m.

8 Family Engagement Night. Join for a free, fun, and engaging family event led by Lenea Pierzchanowski, our region's educational specialist for Idaho Public Television. This night will involve guided activities for the whole family to understand how children learn and what you can do at home to support them, and your child's development. Each family will receive a take home kit, and dinner will be provided. This educational evening will be held at the Sandpoint Play & Learn, 102 S. Division Ave. from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Limited spots available, sign up here.

9 LPOSD Safe Routes to School Walk & Roll to School Day. Lake Pend Oreille School District Safe Routes to School invites local families to join students for Walk and Roll to School Day October 9th. Walk and Roll to School Day events raise awareness of the need to create safer routes for walking and biking and emphasize the importance of issues such as increasing physical activity among children, pedestrian safety, traffic congestion, and concern for the environment. This event builds connections between families, schools, and the broader community. For more information on this event, look for details at your child's school or contact [email protected]. To learn more about Walk and Roll to School Day, visit Walkbiketoschool.org.

9 Farmers' Market at Sandpoint. Rain or shine at Farmin Park Wednesdays from 3-5:30 p.m. you can find handcrafted items, fresh foods and produce, and more. Please remember, no dogs are allowed in Farmin Park.

9 Live Music with Whiskey Jack. Get down to Connie's Lounge, 323 Cedar St. at 5 p.m. for live music with Whiskey Jack.

9 Open Mic Night. Bring your talent in front of a live audience with a chill vibe. Be it song, instrument, comedy, improv, or magic, come show it off. Hosted by the Tervan, 411 Cedar St. starting at 6:00(ish) p.m. on Wednesdays.

9 Mead Tasting. Taste Hierophants Mead lineup and learn about the art of Mead making from 6-7 p.m. at Barrel 33, 100 N. First Ave. $10. Book your ticket here.

10 Artist Reception for Brandon Puckett. Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St. invites you to take a few moments to meet their October artist of the month, Brandon Puckett. Enjoy his vibrant, professional photography pieces from 5-7 p.m.

10 Game Night. Cards against humanity, Jenga, Yahtzee. Bring your friends down to the Tervan, 411 Cedar St., on Thursdays, and choose a game starting at 6:30 p.m.

10 Live Trivia. Head down to Connie's Lounge, 323 Cedar St. starting at 7 p.m. for Live Trivia on Thursdays. $5/person entry fee. *Please note that in the month of November, Trivia night will shift to Wed. nights.

11 Live Music with Light on the Water. 5 p.m. at Connie's, 323 Cedar St. enjoy live music with Light on the Water.

11 Live Music with Bright Moments Jazz. Come enjoy some lively jazz music at Pend d'Oreille winery, 301 Cedar St. from 5-8 p.m.

11 Drumming Circle. Come enjoy a traditional drumming circle event for fun and relaxation at the Phi Center School, 304 Fourth Ave, Clark Fork from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Please bring your own drum or percussion instrument to join.

11 Macrame Class. From 5:30-7:30 p.m. learn how to macrame your very own plant hanger at Barrel 33, 100 N. First Ave. Assorted colors available. $45. All supplies included. Book your ticket here.

11 Sandpoint Contra Dance. Held on the second Friday of each month, it's the 2024 Contra Dance Series. Dance your heart out to live music, and meet your neighbors. Prior dancing experience is not required. All ages are welcome, and you don't have to bring a partner. Beginners are encouraged to arrive on time for the introductory dancing at 7 p.m. $5 donation is suggested for each dance. Dances close down at 10 p.m. Community Hall, 204 S. First Ave.

11-13 LPORT Steel Magnolias. The Lake Pend Oreille Repertory Theater presents Steel Magnolias by Robert Harling at the Panida, 300 N. First Ave. Get tickets at LPOrep.com. Shows will be held on October 11-12, 18-19 at 7 p.m. and on October 13 & 20 at 2 p.m.

11-13 Karaoke. Come sing your heart out with a great sound system and a catalog of more than 10K songs to choose from at the Tervan, 411 Cedar St. every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 8 p.m. to close

12 Harvest Fest. Join in on the final Saturday Farmers' Market of the season at the annual Harvest Fest! Held  in Farmin Park (rain, sleet, snow or sunshine!) from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. celebrating the culmination of another wonderful growing season.​ The Farmers' Market of Sandpoint is hosting a food drive for the Bonner County Food Bank. PLEASE, bring a donation for the Food Bank and receive a raffle ticket to win a market gift basket. SandpointFarmersMarket.com. 208-597-3355

12 Sandpoint Oktoberfest. Join in from 12-6 p.m. for the second Annual Oktoberfest with Matchwood, MickDuff's, Laughing Dog, Utara, and Timber Town to celebrate the authentic traditions of Oktoberfest in Sandpoint. This years event will benefit a local family enduring a devastating battle with brain cancer. This is a family friendly event with traditional Bavarian festivities including Festzelt, Biergarten, Budenstrasse, Masskrug Rennen, and more. Ages 21+ are encouraged to bring your own stein. Get more information on the Facebook Event page here.

12 "Majority Rules" Documentary. Get over to the Sandpoint Community Hall, 204 S. First Ave. from 1-3 p.m. to learn more about open primaries and ranked choice voting. Join veterans from Veterans for Idaho Voters for a viewing of "Majority Rules", an in-depth look at the pros and cons of open primaries and ranked choice voting. There will be time for discussion following the movie. This event is free to all.

12 Live Music with Weibe Jammin. Get over to Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St. from 5-8 p.m. to enjoy some loop pedal pop sounds with Weibe Jammin.

12 Open Mic Night. Join in at Evans Brothers, 524 Church St. It's an open mic for music, poetry, stories, writing, and performance art being held from 5:30-7:30 p.m.

12 Live Music with Monarch Mountain Band. 5:30-8:30 p.m. Join in at Barrel 33, 100 N. First Ave. for an evening of live music with the Monarch Mountain Band.

12 Live Music with Carli Osika. Connie's, 323 Cedar St. welcomes Carli Osika at 6 p.m.

12-13 U-Pick Pumpkin Patch. Check out the Bushel & A Peck Farm for a U-Pick pumpkin patch, hay rides, gem mining, barnyard animals, bounce houses, apple cider doughnuts, barn shop, and more. 26 Shingle Mill & Hwy. 200. Open Sat & Sun. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. from September 28 thru Oct. 27. Open some Fridays as well. Call 619-625-9038 for more information.

13 Sandpoint Swing Dance. Join at the Sandpoint Community Hall, 204 S. First Ave. Doors open at 5:45 p.m. and starting at 6 p.m. you can enjoy a dance lesson followed by general dancing from 7-9 p.m. Couples, singles, and all levels of dancers are welcome. $8 at the door.

14 Pool Tournament. Join in at Connie's, 323 Cedar St. at 6 p.m. on Mondays. $10 entry fee.

15 Live Music with Carson Rhodes. Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St. invites you to an evening of lively contemporary tunes on the grand piano with Rhodes from 5-7 p.m.

16 Morning Meditations Soundbath & Tarot. Join in with Amanda and Sara for morning meditations at the Luna Alchemy Co. starting at 8 a.m. 210 Triangle Dr. in Ponderay (behind the coin shop on the left hand side of the building).

16 Live Piano with Jennifer Stoehner. Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St. welcomes Stoehner to the stage to perform a variety of contemporary, pop, classical, and original tunes on the grand piano. 5-7 p.m.

16 Open Mic Night. Bring your talent in front of a live audience with a chill vibe. Be it song, instrument, comedy, improv, or magic, come show it off. Hosted by the Tervan, 411 Cedar St. starting at 6:00(ish) p.m. on Wednesdays.

16 Live Music with Benny & Friends All Star Season Finale. Join at Connie's, 323 Cedar St. starting at 5 p.m. for some great live music.

16 Beyond the Fantasy. Presented by Teton Gravity, is this unforgettable night of social stoke and adrenaline-pumping action with the latest ski and snowboard film "Beyond the Fantasy." Event will begin at 7:30 p.m. at the Panida, 300 N. First Ave. Get your tickets and read more at Panida.org.

17 Game Night. Cards against humanity, Jenga, Yahtzee. Bring your friends down to the Tervan, 411 Cedar St., on Thursdays, and choose a game starting at 6:30 p.m.

17 Live Trivia. Head down to Connie's Lounge, 323 Cedar St. starting at 7 p.m. for Live Trivia on Thursdays. $5/person entry fee. *Please note that in the month of November, Trivia night will shift to Wed. nights.

18 Live Music with Ponderay Paradox.  Get down to Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St., for some bluesy country with the duo Ponderay Paradox from 5-8 p.m.

18 Live Music with Jason Perry. Connie's, 323 Cedar St. welcomes you to join for an evening of live music with Jason Perry starting at 5 p.m.

18 Live Music with Son of Brad. 5-8 p.m. Join in at Barrel 33, 100 N. First Ave. for an evening of live music with Son of Brad.

18 Murder Mystery Early RSVP. Talus Rock Retreat invites you to attend 'Till Death Do Us Part' a night of love, marriage, and murder. The event will start at 5 p.m. on November 2. Call 208-255-8458 to R.S.V.P. by October 18 to be entered in the drawing for a free stay in the Nooma Room. 291 Syringa Heights Rd.

18-20 LPORT Steel Magnolias. The Lake Pend Oreille Repertory Theater presents Steel Magnolias by Robert Harling at the Panida, 300 N. First Ave. Get tickets at LPOrep.com. Shows will be held on October 11-12, 18-19 at 7 p.m. and on October 13 & 20 at 2 p.m.

18-20 Karaoke. Come sing your heart out with a great sound system and a catalog of more than 10K songs to choose from at the Tervan, 411 Cedar St. every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 8 p.m. to close.

19 Live Music with KOSH. Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St. welcomes KOSH to the stage to perform a variety of songs with their own flair from 5-8 p.m.

19 Live Music with John Daffron. 5:30-8:30 p.m. Join in at Barrel 33, 100 N. First Ave. for an evening of live music with John Daffron.

19 Live Music with Trout Pond Sammy. Don't miss live music with Trout Pond Sammy at Connie's Lounge, 323 Cedar St. starting at 6 p.m.

19-20 U-Pick Pumpkin Patch. Check out the Bushel & A Peck Farm for a U-Pick pumpkin patch, hay rides, gem mining, barnyard animals, bounce houses, apple cider doughnuts, barn shop, and more. 26 Shingle Mill & Hwy. 200. Open Sat & Sun. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. from September 28 thru Oct. 27. Open some Fridays as well. Call 619-625-9038 for more information.

21 Pool Tournament. Join in at Connie's, 323 Cedar St. at 6 p.m. on Mondays. $10 entry fee.

22 Live Acoustic Guitar with Jonathan Nicholson. He's setting the mood at Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St., with some acoustic guitar to soothe you from 5-7 p.m.

22 Little Live Radio Hour. Radio listeners can tune to 88.5, or use the live web stream on KRFY.org, at 8 p.m. Broadcast live, unedited, and unfiltered from the Little Panida Theater. You can also attend in person for free, call KRFY at 208-265-2992 for details. Guest artist information is coming soon, keep an eye out here for the latest updates.

23 Live Piano with Bob Beadling. Enjoy years of talent on the piano with Bob Beadling at Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St. from 5-7 p.m.

23 Open Mic Night. Bring your talent in front of a live audience with a chill vibe. Be it song, instrument, comedy, improv, or magic, come show it off. Hosted by the Tervan, 411 Cedar St. starting at 6:00(ish) p.m. on Wednesdays.

23 Gaelic Storm. The band attributes their continued success to their fanatic audience, and it's a well-diversified crowd for sure. The country-music folks adore the storytelling, the bluegrass-heads love the instrumentals, Celtic fans love their devotion to tradition, and the rockers simply relish the passion they play their instruments with. This live concert will be held ata the Panida, 300 N. First Ave. starting at 7:30 p.m. Get more information, or tickets at Panida.org.

24 Sip & Shop for Rock Creek Alliance. The RCA exists to protect the Clark Fork-Pend Oreille watershed and Cabinet Mountain Wilderness area. Join for a raffle, wine, dinner and community. A percentage of the proceeds will be donated to RCA. 5-8 p.m.

24 Paint & Sip. Join in and learn to paint a beautiful masterpiece from 5:30-8 p.m. with Nicole Black at Barrel 33, 100 N. First Ave. $45. All supplies included. Book your tickets here.

24 Game Night. Cards against humanity, Jenga, Yahtzee. Bring your friends down to the Tervan, 411 Cedar St., on Thursdays, and choose a game starting at 6:30 p.m.

24 Gideon Freudmann - Cellobop. Join for a night of enchanting music and film as virtuoso cellist and composer Gideon Freudmann presents a unique mini cello concert followed by a screening of the classic silent film "Sherlock, Jr." featuring Buster Keaton. Ranked among the Top 100 Funniest Films by the American Film Institute, this cinematic gem will be accompanied by Gideon's original soundtrack, creating a harmonious blend of sound and visual art. This live music event will be held at the Panida, 300 N. First Ave. starting at 7 p.m. Get more information, or tickets at Panida.org.

24 Live Trivia. Head down to Connie's Lounge, 323 Cedar St. starting at 7 p.m. for Live Trivia on Thursdays. $5/person entry fee. *Please note that in the month of November, Trivia night will shift to Wed. nights.

25 Live Music with Monarch Mountain Band. Make your way over to Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St., from 5-8 p.m. to enjoy some Bluegrass, newgrass, and folk music with Monarch Mountain Band.

25 Live Music with Bright Moments Jazz. It will be an evening of great jazz music at Connie's Lounge, 323 Cedar St., starting at 5 p.m.

25 Fall Bingo Night. Games will run from 6-8 p.m. (doors open at 5:30 p.m.) at North Summit Church 201 N. Division St. This event is sponsored by Valor Christian High School. Space is limited, and this is a family friendly event. Get your tickets here, or book for a table of six.

25 The Rocky Horror Picture Show.  In this cult classic, sweethearts Brad (Barry Bostwick) and Janet (Susan Sarandon), stuck with a flat tire during a storm, discover the eerie mansion of Dr. Frank-N-Furter (Tim Curry), a transvestite scientist. As their innocence is lost, Brad and Janet meet a houseful of wild characters, including a rocking biker (Meat Loaf) and a creepy butler (Richard O'Brien). Through elaborate dances and rock songs, Frank-N-Furter unveils his latest creation: a muscular man named "Rocky."  Props to be thrown throughout the film will be provided to you at the door! and a costume contest before the film starts! Show starts at 8 p.m. at the Panida, 300 N. First Ave. Get your tickets here.

25-27 Karaoke. Come sing your heart out with a great sound system and a catalog of more than 10K songs to choose from at the Tervan, 411 Cedar St. every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 8 p.m. to close

26 Pumpkin Painting. Open to all ages. Paint a pumpkin that you will get to take home and display. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Barrel 33, 100 N. First Ave. All supplies included. $35. Book your spot here.

26 Winter Welcome. Join the Sandpoint Nordic Club for their annual Winter Welcome event. Come learn what winter fun is planned, become a member (or renew your membership), enjoy a s'more and share a beverage with old friends and new. This is a family friendly event open to all. Enjoy the fire pit and some fun games at the Pine Street Woods Outdoor Recreation Center, 1915 W. Pine St. from 1-4 p.m.

26 Live Music with Mason Van Stone. 5:30-8:30 p.m. Join in at Barrel 33, 100 N. First Ave. for an evening of live music with Mason Van Stone.

26 Live Music with Mike & Shanna. The Mike & Shanna Thompson band returns to Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St., for a groovy, folksy, acoustic jamming evening from 5-8 p.m.

26 Stand-Up Comedy: Ben Burke. Come and have a laugh with a live comedy show with Ben Burke starting at 7 p.m. at Connies, 323 Cedar St.

26-27 Bel Canto Opera. The Bel Canto Opera presents an opera in the spirit of Halloween: Finger food, Olivia's Lament. Join at the Little Carnegie at the Music Conservatory of Sandpoint, 110 Main St. starting at 7 p.m. either night. Opera Macabre and Creepy Buffet. Get tickets online here. Adults $25, Students $15.

26 Queen B Halloween Drag Show. It's the 12th Annual Halloween Drag Show and Queens and spooky things await you. Join at the Sandpoint Eagles Lounge, 1511 John Hudon Ln. Doors open at 8 p.m. and the show starts at 9 p.m. Tickets are $12 at the door and this tends to be a sold out show. 21+. Cash only bar, and a costume contest. Get more info on the Facebook event page here.

26-27 U-Pick Pumpkin Patch. Check out the Bushel & A Peck Farm for a U-Pick pumpkin patch, hay rides, gem mining, barnyard animals, bounce houses, apple cider doughnuts, barn shop, and more. 26 Shingle Mill & Hwy. 200. Open Sat & Sun. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. from September 28 thru Oct. 27. Open some Fridays as well. Call 619-625-9038 or check SandpointNordic.com for more information.

28 Pool Tournament. Join in at Connie's, 323 Cedar St. at 6 p.m. on Mondays. $10 entry fee.

28 Night Owl: After Dark Social Hour. Join an evening cocktail hour with unique entertainment. It's a surprise. $5 cover charge. Event will be held at 9 p.m. at the Historic Pearl Theater, Bonners Ferry.

30 Live Piano with Jennifer Stoehner. Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St. welcomes Stoehner to the stage to perform a variety of classical, contemporary, and original songs on the grand piano. Stoehner also enhances her performance with vocals. 5-7 p.m.

30 Open Mic Night. Bring your talent in front of a live audience with a chill vibe. Be it song, instrument, comedy, improv, or magic, come show it off. Hosted by the Tervan, 411 Cedar St. starting at 6:00(ish) p.m. on Wednesdays.

31 Sandpoint Lions Club Trunk or Treat. Join the Sandpoint Lions Club for Trunk or Treat as you trick-or-treat your way through the parking lot. Buy a delicious hand-dipped corndog, fresh popcorn, hot cocoa, or apple cider. 4-7 p.m. at 609 S. Ella Ave.

31 Trick or Treat at MCS. Visit the haunted conservatory for some sweet treats while you tour the ghostly halls of MCS at 110 Main St. 4:30-6 p.m. Enjoy mysterious music performances, and watch out for "ghosts" of the 1908 conservatory. Come one and all to tour the halls for spine tingling encounters, and of course, lots of candy. Entry is free but donations are welcome.

31 Game Night. Cards against humanity, Jenga, Yahtzee. Bring your friends down to the Tervan, 411 Cedar St., on Thursdays, and choose a game starting at 6:30 p.m.

31 Live Trivia. Head down to Connie's Lounge, 323 Cedar St. starting at 7 p.m. for Live Trivia on Thursdays. $5/person entry fee. *Please note that in the month of November, Trivia night will shift to Wed. nights.

31 Nosferatu: Halloween Movie. Nosferatu: Symphony of Terror. An unauthorized adaptation of Bram Stoker's Dracula, Nosferatu remains to many viewers the most unsettling vampire film ever made, and its bald, spidery vampire, personified by the diabolical Max Schreck, continues to spawn imitations in the realm of contemporary cinema. Released in 1922, this showing will be Kino Lorber's HD edition, mastered from the acclaimed 35mm restoration by Friedrich-Wilhelm-Murnau-Stiftung. Backed by an orchestral performance of Hans Erdmann's original 1922 score, this edition offers unprecedented visual clarity and historical faithfulness to the original release version. The Historic Pearl Theater, Bonners Ferry at 7 p.m. Free.


 


And here's what's on tap in November 2024!

2 Murder Mystery. Talus Rock Retreat invites you to attend 'Till Death Do Us Part' a night of love, marriage, and murder. The event will start at 5 p.m. Call 208-255-8458 to R.S.V.P. by October 18 to be entered in the drawing for a free stay in the Nooma Room. 291 Syringa Heights Rd.

4 Live Music with Bright Moments Jazz. Get over to Baxters on Cedar, 109 Cedar St. from 7-9 p.m. to enjoy some great music with Bright Moments Jazz along with some great food.

8 Selkirk-Pend Oreille Food Summit. Join at the Sandpoint Organic Agriculture Center for this one-day event that celebrates the foods and farms of the Selkirk-Pend Oreille region! Listen to 5-minute Ignite! presentations, participate in community conversations, enjoy local food tastings, and help create a vision for growing connections from farm to table! Tickets are $35, or $15 students/living lightly. Event will be held at the Sandpoint Organic Agriculture Center, 10881 N. Boyer Rd. from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Get more info at IdahoFoodWorks.org.

8 Unit Souzou. Pend Oreille Arts Council (POAC) invites you to experience the essence of Unit Souzou: a dynamic blend of taiko and Japanese folk dance rooted in creativity and tradition. Event will be held at the Panida, 300 N. First Ave. starting at 7 p.m. Read more about the event, or get your tickets here.

8 Sandpoint Contra Dance. Held on the second Friday of each month, it's the 2024 Contra Dance Series. Dance your heart out to live music, and meet your neighbors. Prior dancing experience is not required. All ages are welcome, and you don't have to bring a partner. Beginners are encouraged to arrive on time for the introductory dancing at 7 p.m. $5 donation is suggested for each dance. Dances close down at 10 p.m. Community Hall, 204 S. First Ave.

9 Warren Miller 75. Warren Miller and crew has been going big for 75 years! WM is back this year with a full feature length film with a new lineup of unbelievable action ski adventures filled with powder stashes and chutes from random locations around the world. Entitled "75", it's 10 all-new original segments showcasing diverse snowsports icons, emerging talents, and Olympic hopefuls. Showtime is at 7 p.m. at the Panida, 300 N. First Ave. Its Sandpoint's start to the winter season and like a powder day at Schweitzer you don't want to miss out. Get your tickets here.

15 Kids Night Out. Your child will enjoy an evening of games, crafts, stories, a family friendly movie and pizza for dinner. Every third Friday of the month, starting Nov. 15. This will take place from 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. at the Sandpoint Community Hall. Check here for more info.

16-17 Christmas Craft Fair. The Christmas Craft Fair will be held at the Bonner County Fairgrounds, 4203 N. Boyer Ave. from the 16-19th from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily. It's a community favorite for local artisans and shoppers. Everything from art work to homemade goodies are there to be found. You can enter the gingerbread house contest, or have your kids write a letter to Santa and drop it off at the "North Pole mailbox".

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.

23-30 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 Annual Turkey Trot. Join Litehouse YMCA and Sandpoint Parks and Rec for Sandpoint's Annual Turkey Trot food drive. This low key, untimed event features a 5K, 10K, or whatever distance you want to run or walk (no bikes please). This run is free with your donation to the food bank. Signed waiver required (minors need a parent or guardian signature).

24 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

30 Festival of Trees: Friends and Family Day. Join for a jolly good time at this free event held at the Hive, 207 N. First Ave. from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. This year, they're turning up the festive fun with an all-day extravaganza, inviting the community to kick off the holiday season in style. Snap a picture with Santa, have some cookies and hot cocoa, and get ready to vote for your favorite creation in the 4th-grade gingerbread house contest. Enjoy local holiday entertainment while the kids dive into free crafts and activities. Plus, don't miss your chance to join the virtual auction for stunning trees, explore the interactive giving trees, and browse the holiday gift shoppe to get a head start on your Christmas shopping, all while supporting a great cause. It's the perfect recipe for spreading holiday cheer with your loved ones and making memories that will last a lifetime! Get more info here.

30 Shook Twins Giving Thanks Show. This show is an annual reunion for hometown musical sweethearts, Katelyn and Laurie Shook! for the past 12 years, the twins have been bringing their friends to town to share the stage with them and indulge in a memorable evening with their hometown community. This year they bring Handmade Moments, a folksy duo out of New Orleans. Show will start at 7:30 p.m. at the Panida, 300 N. First Ave. Get tickets, or learn more here.

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