January 2010

14 Taste of Sandpoint. The Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce sponsors this annual taste treat in the Sandpoint Events Center. 263-0887

14-18 Sandpoint Winter Carnival. Downtown events celebrate the season. SandpointWinterCarnival.com.

15 Our Town Art Exhibit. Pend Oreille Arts Council hosts Our Town, an all-media art exhibit reception featuring the people of Sandpoint people, from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the Power House. ArtinSandpoint.com. 263-6139

15-16, 22-23 Red Tape. The Panida Theater hosts the play Red Tape, directed by Debra McShane, based on the art of local artist Stephen Schultz. The second production of Art of Theatre, it begins at 8 p.m. each night. 263-9191

16-18 Schweitzer Winter Carnival Celebration. Torchlight parade, fireworks and more. Schweitzer.com. 263-9555

22-23 Second Annual 24 Hours of Schweitzer. Ski the slopes for a great cause during this second annual ski-a-thon team relay, which begins at 10 a.m. on Friday and finishes at 10 a.m. on Saturday. 24 Hours of Schweitzer raises money for Cystinosis research. 24HoursforHank.org.

28-30 Banff Mountain Film Festival. Award-winning cultural and sports films tour at the Panida. 208-263-9191

29 Chamber Choice Awards. The Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce hosts their second annual formal Oscar-style Chamber Choice Awards in the Panida Theater to honor excellence in the community. SandpointChamber.com. 263-0887

February 2010

5-March 5 Starlight Racing. A perennial favorite for locals up at Schweitzer, these Friday night races are followed by parties in Taps. Schweitzer.com. 263-9555

6 King Arthur’s Quest. POAC sponsors Missoula Children's Theatre play, King Arthur's Quest, in the Panida Theater. The children in the community are the stars of this performance, guided by two professional actors trained to teach and inspire. This year's production will delight all ages with valuable life lessons and heart-warming friendships. 263-6139

6, 11-16 Sandpoint Mardi Gras. The town goes wild during this annual celebration filled with outrageous events, contests and performances. Sponsored by the Downtown Sandpoint Business Association. 255-1876

12-13 The Follies. Annual Angels over Sandpoint production features zany local acts at the Panida Theater. 208-597-3670

12-14 Outdoor Sports Expo. The Men's Alliance of Christian Churches hosts a three-day Outdoor Sports Expo at the Bonner County Fairgrounds. 263-9887

26-27 Outrageous Air Show. Olympic skiers join local talent in a Big Air Show at Schweitzer for a spectacular evening of entertainment. Crazy themed parties follow in Taps. Schweitzer.com. 263-9555

March 2010

5 Calo Flamenco. Pend Oreille Arts Council presents this electrifying dance and music ensemble in the Panida Theater. 263-6139

13 Heuga Center Vertical Express for MS. Schweitzer hosts this annual event to help raise funds for the Heuga Center for Multiple Sclerosis. Schweitzer.com. 263-9555

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

19 POAC Annual Student Art Show. Pend Oreille Arts Council opens their annual Student Art Show with a reception from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the Power House. 263-6139

19-21 Stomp Games. Schweitzer hosts some of the best riders in the region, who will compete for cash prizes. Categories include Rail Jam, Slopestyle and Ridercross in both pro and amateur divisions; ages 12 and older. Schweitzer.com. 263-9555

26 Mud Bay Jugglers. Pend Oreille Arts Council brings the Mud Bay Jugglers to the Panida Theater, where their blend of juggling, physical comedy, dance and music are as unique as their working style. 263-6139

April 2010

3-4 Tropical Daze. Fun in the sun at Schweitzer Mountain Resort with games, derby and live music. Schweitzer.com. 263-9555

16 Manding Jata. Pend Oreille Arts Council brings Manding Jata to the Panida Theater. Their performance features 800 years of Manding cultural arts: Kora, Mandinka and Bambara balafons, ngoni, djembe drum ensemble, flutes, dance, masquerade, acrobatics and Mande songs of celebration. 263-6139

23 Annual Wine Tasting, Dinner and Auction. The Festival at Sandpoint hosts their annual fundraising event at the Bonner County Fairgrounds. 265-4554

24-May 2 K&K Spring Fishing Derby. Lake Pend Oreille Idaho Club holds its annual spring fishing contest. Visit LPOIC.org for more information. 208-448-1365

28 Career Fair. The Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce and the Idaho Department of Labor host the 5th annual Career Fair to bring together employers and job seekers. 263-0887

30 “Escaping Reality – Abstract Expressionists” Art Reception. Pend Oreille Arts Council hosts a reception from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. for the “Escaping Reality – Abstract Expressionists” art exhibit at the Power House. 263-6139

May 2010

Every Saturday and Wednesday, May through Oct.: Sandpoint Farmers Market. This open-air market of fresh produce, garden starts, handcrafts, flowers, food and music runs for the season at Farmin Park.

8-9 Mother's Day at the Winery. Pend d'Oreille Winery, 220 Cedar St., hosts a Mother's Day at the Winery event with the Huckleberry Blush Release and L’OEuvre your mother, including wine specials and live music. POWine.com. 208-265-8545

13-16 Lost in the '50s. Sandpoint goes retro during the 25th anniversary of the Lost in the ‘50s Weekend, with a vintage car parade, concerts, street dance, car rally and fun run. 208-265-5678

21 Hope Art Presentation Series. Hope's Memorial Community Center presents the Art Presentation Series I featuring vocalists Rob Kincaid, Amy Craven, and Dave and Tami Gunter.

Summer Sounds at Park Place. Free concert series with shows every Saturday from Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend at Park Place stage, corner of First and Cedar. ArtinSandpoint.org. 208-263-6139

June 2010

Every Saturday and Wednesday, May through Oct.: Sandpoint Farmers Market. This open-air market of fresh produce, garden starts, handcrafts, flowers, food and music runs for the season at Farmin Park.

4-5 Relay for Life. The Bonner County Fairgrounds hosts the annual Relay for Life event, with proceeds benefitting local cancer efforts. 208-660-1445

10-13 Summer Photography Workshop. Jerry Pavia and Tim Cady host a 4-day photography excursion in the Selkirk and Cabinet Mountains. 208-267-7374

12 CHaFE 150. Sponsored by Panhandle Alliance for Education, this third annual benefit ride takes bicyclists on a 145.3-mile route through Idaho and Montana - or opt for the 1/2 CHaFE at 82 miles. CHaFE150.org. 208-263-7040

16 Farm Tour. The Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce hosts an informative bus tour to some of the region’s small farms. SandpointChamber.org. 800-800-2106

17 Summer Sampler. The Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce hosts the Summer Sampler at Farmin Park. Come taste the fine cuisine from Sandpoint’s finest restaurants, plus enjoy cook-offs, live music and more. Visit the Summer Sampler page, or go to SandpointChamber.org. 800-800-2106

18 ArtWalk I. Sponsored by POAC, this 24th annual revolving art exhibit gets started with opening receptions at 20 or so downtown galleries. Exhibit runs through July 26. ArtinSandpoint.org. 208-263-6139

18 Hope Art Presentation Series. Hope's Memorial Community Center presents the Art Presentation Series II featuring artist Janene Grende.

19-20 Pend d'Oreille Winery's 15th Anniversary Weekend Bash. Pend d'Oreille Winery, 220 Cedar St., hosts the Pend d'Oreille Winery's 15th Anniversary Bash with Meyer Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon Release, live music and dancing, plus wine and merchandise specials. POWine.com. 208-265-8545

25 Hope Community Market Season Opener. Hope's Memorial Community Center hosts an outdoor Community Market from 2 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. The market continues every Friday through September. 208-264-5197

26 Schweitzer Summer Celebration. Summer season opener with free chairlift rides, family activities and wine tasting. Schweitzer.com. 208-263-9555

26 Sandpoint Airport Fly-In. Regional pilots fly into Sandpoint Airport and hold an aircraft display open to the public, sponsored by the Sandpoint EAA Chapter 1441. 208-255-9954

July 2010

Concerts on the Lawn. Pend Oreille Arts Council sponsors Sunday Concerts on the Lawn, a free and live concert series featuring regional musicians on the lawn at Dover Bay Marina, every Sunday in July. ArtinSandpoint.org. 208-263-6139

3 Fourth of July Celebration. Sandpoint Lions Club shifts the celebration to July 3 this year (July 4 falls on a Sunday); the club sponsors parades downtown in the morning; stage performances and a raffle follow at City Beach in the afternoon, plus a fireworks show at dusk. 208-263-0887

9 Hope Art Presentation Series. Hope's Memorial Community Center presents the Art Presentation Series III.

9-11 One Act Play Festival. Pend Oreille Playhouse Community Theatre, 240 N. Union Ave., in Newport, Wash., hosts the Pend Oreille Players Association's One Act Play Festival. PendOreillePlayers.org. 509-671-3389

10 Sandpoint Wooden Boat Festival. Classic wooden boats and car show, sand sculpture contests and more at the Old Power House, sponsored by the Inland Empire Antique and Classic Boat Society and Downtown Sandpoint. 208-255-1876

11 Jacey's Race. A competitive 5k race for runners and walkers, and a 1k fun run for kids benefits local children with cancer or life-threatening illnesses. The 5k begins at 8:15 a.m., and the 1k begins at 9 a.m. JaceysRace.org.

15 Festival at Sandpoint Art Unveiling. Fine art poster unveiling for the Festival at Sandpoint. FestivalatSandpoint.com. 208-265-4554

17 Mountain Music Festival. Outdoor concerts on the mountain, plus family activities, at Schweitzer Mountain Resort. Schweitzer.com. 208-263-9555

17 27th Annual Bodacious BBQ. Hope's Memorial Community Center hosts the 27th annual Bodacious BBQ.

30 ArtWalk II. Sponsored by POAC, this second revolving art exhibit gets started with opening receptions at 20 or so downtown galleries. Exhibit runs through Sept. 13. ArtinSandpoint.org. 208-263-6139

31 Crazy Days. Downtown merchants offer big deals in annual sidewalk sale. Sponsored by Downtown Sandpoint Business Association. 208-255-1876

Dover Bay Days. Join the Dover Bay community for two days of home tours, boat demos, food, music, shopping and much more. Bring the family and enjoy kayaking, hiking, biking, and beach fun while visiting incredible food booths and browse displays showcasing local craftsmen, retail outlets and services. Tour Dover Bay's waterfront condominiums, waterfront home sites, luxury custom homes, Cabin in the Woods, Cottages in Dover Meadows and the Parkside Bungalows. 208-263-5493

August 2010

1 Schweitzer Huckleberry Festival. Celebration in honor of the native huckleberry includes activities, food and more. Schweitzer.com. 208-

4-25 Twilight Bike Racing Series. Schweitzer Mountain Resort hosts weekly races and after-event parties. Schweitzer.com. 208-263-9555

5-15 Festival at Sandpoint. Sit under the stars and enjoy the annual Festival at Sandpoint, an internationally renowned outdoor concert series on the lawn at Memorial Field. FestivalatSandpoint.com. 265-4554

7 Long Bridge Swim. Hundreds of swimmers compete in a 1.76-mile swim across Lake Pend Oreille during this annual event. Visit LongBridgeSwim.com for details. 208-265-5412

7-8 Arts & Crafts Fair. POAC's annual juried art exhibit at Sandpoint City Beach, with artists’ booths, kids' activities and more. ArtinSandpoint.org. 208-263-6139

13-14 Spokane-to-Sandpoint Relay Race. "The Scenic Relay Race" where runners begin atop Mt. Spokane, and make their way through 15 cities en route to the finish line at Sandpoint. Visit SpokanetoSandpoint.com for details. 509-346-1440

13-15, 20-22 Artists' Studio Tour. Eighth annual self-guided driving tour of working studios through North Idaho. ArtTourDrive.org.

20-21 Bonner County Rodeo. The Bonner County Fairgrounds hosts the annual rodeo. 208-263-8414

20-22 Fluidride Cup. Schweitzer Mountain Resort hosts downhill mountain bike race. Schweitzer.com. 208-263-9555

24-28 Bonner County Fair and Demolition Derby. Annual country event at the fairgrounds. 208-263-8414

September 2010

4-5 Schweitzer Fall Fest. Schweitzer's annual outdoor music festival, with live performances, discounted chairlift rides, kids' activities and microbrews. Schweitzer.com. 208-263-9555

11 24 Hours for Hank Road Ride. Second annual 24-hour bicycling event benefits cystinosis research. 24HoursforHank.org. 

11-12 Harvest Party. Pend d'Oreille Winery's annual event with grape-stomping competition, food sampling, wine tasting and live music. POWine.com. 208-265-8545

19 Scenic Half. Presented by the Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce, this event features a half marathon, 10k and 5k fun runs, plus a kids' run. Proceeds benefit the Bonner Community Food Bank. ScenicHalf.com. 208-263-0887

21-25 WaCanId Ride. Tour through two states and one province on the second annual 340-mile/550-kilometer WaCanId Ride, presented by the International Selkirk Loop and Rotary International. Click to learn more. 1-888-823-2626

23-26 Idaho Draft Horse and Mule International. The Northwest's largest draft horse and mule expo at the Bonner County Fairgrounds. IdahoDraftHorseShow.com. 208-263-8414

Silverwood Coaster Classic. Silverwood Theme Park on Highway 95 presents their annual Labor Day Weekend Classic Car Show. Nostalgic cars line up at Silverwood for one of the largest classic car shows in the region. Hosted by the Inland Empire Late Great Chevy Club "55-72" and NAPA. 208-683-3400 

October 2010

16 Fall Havest Ball with the Chefs of Sandpoint. Support the Bonner Community Food Bank while enjoying delicious cuisine during the Fall Harvest Ball fundraiser at 5:30 p.m. in the Panhandle State Bank Atrium. Tickets are $50 each. FoodBank83864.com. 208-946-6646

16-17 Library Wine Weekend. Pend d'Oreille Winery, 220 Cedar St., hosts a Library Wine Weekend where the public is invited to taste Pend d'Oreille Winery's past vintages. 208-265-8545

23 Warren Miller Ski Film. Annual event sponsored by Alpine Shop at the Panida Theater. 208-263-5157

All Bonner County Bazaar. Annual arts and crafts festival and sale at Sandpoint Community Hall. 208-263-3400

Harvestfest. The Sandpoint Farmers Market closes out the season with entertainment, food booths, arts and crafts, and displays at Farmin Park. 208-597-3355

Oktoberfest. Traditional autumn celebration with a variety of festivities, sponsored by Downtown Sandpoint Business Association. 208-255-1876

November 2010

Lakedance International Film Festival. Annual Lakedance International Film Festival screens the world's best independent films at the historic Panida Theater. Lakedance.com. 208-597-0961

12 Hope Annual Harvest Dinner. Hope's Memorial Community Center hosts the Annual Harvest Dinner at 5:30 p.m. at the MCC. This celebration kicks off the holiday season and the Christmas Giving Program.

20 Holly Eve. Holiday fashion show and gala benefit for the Panida and Festival at Sandpoint, with champagne, hors d'oeuvres and entertainment. 208-263-9191

26-27 Holiday Barrel Tasting. Pend d'Oreille Winery, 220 Cedar St., hosts their Holiday Barrel Tasting event all weekend. Come in and taste the future of Pend d'Oreille Winery, plus enjoy wine and merchandise specials. 208-265-8545

26-Jan. 1 Holidays in Sandpoint. Traditional tree lighting ceremony and caroling opens the holiday season in Sandpoint, followed by store specials. Sponsored by Downtown Sandpoint Business Association. 208-255-1876

K&K Thanksgiving Fishing Derby. Lake Pend Oreille Idaho Club's annual fall fishing contest (exact dates yet to be determined). Visit LPOIC.org for more information. 208-448-1365

December 2010

24 Santa's Traditional Schweitzer Visit. Santa hits the slopes and then stops off at the Selkirk Lodge on Christmas Eve. Schweitzer.com. 208-263-9555

31 New Year's Eve. Schweitzer hosts parties to usher in the new year at Taps and other locations at the resort. Schweitzer.com. 208-263-9555. In town, the Angels Over Sandpoint hold their annual New Year's Eve Bash, "The Semi Normal Semi Formal," with a silent auction, refreshments and more. 208-266-0503