$5 Movie: The Royal Tenenbaums
The Royal Tenenbaums is a 2001 film about a dysfunctional family of former child prodigies who reunite under the same roof after their estranged father, Royal, re-enters their lives, leading to a story about betrayal, melancholy, and eventual reconciliation. The plot follows the three adult siblings: Chas, Margot, and Richie, as they deal with their complicated pasts and attempt to rebuild relationships with each other and their father. For this date SHS will be partnering with the Panida for a student art show. This series in sponsored by La Chic Boutique and Pend d'Oreille Winery. Show will be held on Thursday, February 12 at 7:00 p.m. with doors openings at 5:30 p.m. Panida.org.

The Sandpoint Winter Carnival: Fire & Ice
Sandpoint's 53rd annual Winter Carnival kicks off Friday, beginning a 10-day run of fun with more than 30 events happening around town and at Schweitzer. Friday, February 13 starts everything off with the annual Parade of Lights downtown at 5:30 p.m., followed by a Block Party on Third Avenue at Pend d'Oreille Winery and featuring fire spinners, dancers and music, don't miss Additional Celebrations at Connie's, the 219 Lounge and Sunshine on Cedar. It's also the kickoff to President's Day Weekend at Schweitzer with live music and a party atmosphere. Sat, Feruary 14, brings Valentine's Day specials at shops and restaurants all around town, a Winter Farmers' Market pop-up at the Sandpoint Library, and a "Rumours Unplugged" Fleetwood Mac Tribute by Paper Flowers at the Hive, as live music and parties continue on Schweitzer. On Sun, February 15, events include Schweitzer's Let it Glow Parade and Fireworks in the village, the Teatime Winter Serenade at Little Carnegie Music Hall, and a concert by Float Like a Buffalo at the Hive. Events continue throughout the following week through Feb. 22; complete details are available at SandpointWinterCarnival.com.

Movie: The Notebook
In the 1940s South Carolina, mill worker Noah Calhoun (Ryan Gosling) and rich girl Allie (Rachel McAdams) are desperately in love. But her parents don't approve. When Noah goes off to serve in World War II, it seems to mark the end of their love affair. In the interim, Allie becomes involved with another man (James Marsden). But when Noah returns to their small town years later, on the cusp of Allie's marriage, it soon becomes clear that their romance is anything but over. Show will be held on Saturday, February 14 at 7:00 p.m. with doors opening 30 minutes before the show. Panida.org.

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Here's what's happening in February!

9 Open Bluegrass Jam Night. Every Monday night is an 'open jam' where musicians are encouraged to come and join in the fun of music creation. On Feb. 2 and 16 is an Irish Style Jam led by Seamus Divine. And on Feb. 9 and Feb. 23 is a Bluegrass Jam led by Jim Rosauer. All Open Jams start at 5 p.m. at Connie's Lounge, 323 Cedar St.

10 Free Calligraphy Class. Join from 10-11 a.m. for a free beginners calligraphy class at the Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St. Attend one, or attend all. Register by emailing [email protected] to ensure there are enough supplies. This is class 2 of 4.

10 Karaoke. Don't miss Karaoke every Tuesday at Roxy's, 215 Pine St. from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

11 Family Night & Live Music with John Firshi. Join from 5-7:30 p.m. at Matchwood, 513 Oak St. for some good musical vibes.

11 Sweetheart Bingo. Hope PIE brings you sweetheart bingo at the Hope Elementary School, 255 Hope School Road. It's their annual Bingo fundraiser with dinner served at 5:30 p.m. and the first game starting at 6 p.m. Dinner, drinks, and snacks for sale and fun bingo prizes. This is not an LPOSD event.

11 TANGO Night. Beginner lesson at 6 p.m. and practica to follow. No experience or partner required, socks are great. This week's event will be held at Embody Studio, 823 Main St. Admission is $15/person with instructor Muffy Nye. For more information, call (406) 599‑5696.

11 Live Trivia. Head down to Connie's Lounge, 323 Cedar St. starting at 7 p.m. for Live Trivia on Wednesday. $5/person entry fee.

12 $5 Movie: The Royal Tenenbaums. The Royal Tenenbaums is a 2001 film about a dysfunctional family of former child prodigies who reunite under the same roof after their estranged father, Royal, re-enters their lives, leading to a story about betrayal, melancholy, and eventual reconciliation. The plot follows the three adult siblings: Chas, Margot, and Richie, as they deal with their complicated pasts and attempt to rebuild relationships with each other and their father. For this date SHS will be partnering with the Panida for a student art show. This series in sponsored by La Chic Boutique and Pend d'Oreille Winery. Show will be held at 7 p.m. with doors openings at 5:30 p.m. Panida.org.

12 Beginner Line Dancing Lessons. Join at the Hive, 207 N. First Ave. at 6 p.m. where Walk the Line Dancing Events hosts line dancing lessons almost every Thursday. Doors open at 6 p.m. and lessons kick off at 6:30 p.m. with open dancing to follow. $10 at the door. 21+. Every second Thursday of the month is a beginner lessons only night.

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

12 Weekly Pool Tournament. It's a BCA 8 ball tournament on Thursdays at 6 p.m. or Sundays at noon. $10 buy in and double elimination. Event will be held at Roxy's, 215 Pine St.

13 Sandpoint Lion's Poker Night. Join at 609 S. Ella Ave. to hang out with the Sandpoint Lion's and enjoy some food and drink while you try your luck at poker. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. and the game starts at 5:30 p.m. All money raised goes to support Lion's programs.

13 Live Music with Aaron Double Shot Band. Kick off your evening with some live music at Connie's, 323 Cedar St. from 4-6 p.m. with John and Ken of Double Shot Band.

13 Live Music with Angel Urrea. Join from 5-7:30 p.m. at Matchwood Brewing, 513 Oak St. for live music with Angel Urrea - a guitarist and live looping artist based in Moscow, ID.

13 Live Music with Brian Jacobs. Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St. welcomes you in for a cozy evening with Brian Jacobs as he plays an enticing set of acoustic pop, indie, and easy rock from 5-8 p.m.

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

13 Winter Carnival: Parade of Lights. The annual Sandpoint Winter Carnival kicks off with this small parade starting off at 5:30 p.m., proceeding from the city parking lot at Church Street, to Second Avenue, to Main/Oak, to Fourth Avenue, and then returning via Church Street. sandpointwintercarnival.com.

13 Winter Carnival: Block Party. Just following the Parade of Lights, head over to Jeff Jones Square at Main Street and Third Ave. for a block party hosted by Pend d'Oreille Winery, and complete with bonfires, music, and festive activities such as fire spinners, belly dancing, and the coronation of the Winter Carnival King and Queen. Enjoy food tents and fun. Additional food and entertainment tents are presented by Habitat for Humanity and Barrel 33. 6-8 p.m. sandpointwintercarnival.com.

13 Live Music with Carl Rey & Truck Mills. Join from 6-8 p.m. for some live music with Carl Rey & Truck Mills playing some acoustic blues at Smokesmith BBQ, 102 S. Boyer Ave.

13 Valentine's Weekend Dinner, Sleigh Ride & Concert. Spend Valentine's weekend at Western Pleasure Guest Ranch, 1413 Upper Gold Creek Road with a sleigh ride through the woods, dinner in the log lodge, and live music by Steve Starkey. Reservations are required and space is limited. $140 per person, $85 for children ages 6-12, free for ages five and under. Register or get more information by calling 208-263-9066.

13 Live Music with Double Shot Band. Connie's, 323 Cedar St., welcomes you in after the Winter Carnival parade for some live music with Double Shot Band from 7-9 p.m. 

13 Live Music with Paper Flowers w/ The Waiting. Paper Flowers & The Waiting are bringing you a night of hits from two classic rock icons: Fleetwood Mac & Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers. Don't miss them at The Hive, 207 N. First Ave. 7 p.m. 21+. Get more info or tickets at livefromthehive.com/events.

13 Live Music with Todd Cowart. Join in at the 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave. at 8 p.m. for some live music with one-man-band, "Todd & The Drum." No cover.

13-22 Sandpoint Winter Carnival. Our town's "antidote to cabin fever" includes piles of live music, festivals and events for kids and adults all around the downtown; major happenings up on Schweitzer including the "Let it Glow" fireworks show; sleigh and wagon rides at Western Pleasure Guest Ranch, and more. See the complete schedule, at SandpointWinterCarnival.com.

14 Winter Farmers Market. Join at the Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St. for live music, festive vibes, and seasonal shopping with the Farmers' Market at Sandpoint from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Held in the Community Rooms.

14 Drop-in Swing Class. Join at Barrel 33, 100 N. First Ave. and get properly warmed up for Winter Carnival fun with a "Walk the Line" country swing dance class from 4-6 p.m.

14 Valentine's Day Sleigh Ride, Dinner & Concert. Celebrate Valentine's Day at Western Pleasure Guest Ranch, 1413 Upper Gold Creek, with a romantic sleigh ride, dinner in the log lodge, and live entertainment with Bridges Home. Reservations are required and space is limited. $140 per person, $85 for children ages 6-12, free for children five and under. Register or get more information by calling 208-263-9066.

14 Live Music with The Border Stones. Enjoy a night of music on Valentine's with The Border Stones at Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St. This trio is ready to sway, swoon, and present an evening of easy rock, pop, and familiar love songs from 5-8 p.m.

14 Live Music with Bright Moments Jazz. Join at Baxter's, 109 Cedar St. for dinner and live jazz with your Valentine. 5:30-8:30 p.m.

14 Live Music with Sydney Dawn. Barrel 33, 100 N. First Ave. invites you in for some live music with Sydney Dawn starting at 5:30 p.m.

14 Valentine's Day Dinner Theater. Join at Eichardt's Pub Grill, 212 Cedar St. for this dinner theater murder mystery starting at 6 p.m. you'll enjoy a fully themed dinner crafted by Eichardt's kitchen; sinfully delicious chocolate pairings, and more. Get more info here.

14 Live Music with Hannah Siglin and John Wayne Williams. Join at Smokesmith BBQ, 102 S. Boyer for some live music with Hannah Siglin and John Wayne Williams from 6-8 p.m.

14 $5 Movie: The Notebook. In the 1940s South Carolina, mill worker Noah Calhoun (Ryan Gosling) and rich girl Allie (Rachel McAdams) are desperately in love. But her parents don't approve. When Noah goes off to serve in World War II, it seems to mark the end of their love affair. In the interim, Allie becomes involved with another man (James Marsden). But when Noah returns to their small town years later, on the cusp of Allie's marriage, it soon becomes clear that their romance is anything but over. Show will be held at 7 p.m. with doors opening 30 minutes before the show. Panida.org.

14 'Love or Luck' Couples Trivia. Join in at Connie's, 323 Cedar St. at 7 p.m. Bring your sweetie and try your hand at couples Valentine's trivia. $5 entry. Teams of two.

14 Live Music with Paper Flowers. This is a Valentine's Day, fully seated show "Rumours Unplugged", a new experience from Paper Flowers. 7 p.m. 21+. Check it out at The Hive, 207 N. First Ave. Get more info or tickets at livefromthehive.com/events.

14 DJ Sterling. From 9 to midnight check out DJ Sterling at Roxy's, 215 Pine St.

14 Live Music with Aaron Golay and band The Original Sin. Join at the 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave. at 9 p.m. for live americana, roots, rock and soul with Aaron Golay. No cover.

14-16 Presidents' Weekend Celebration. Enjoy this long weekend at Schweitzer where they will be celebrating over President's Weekend. Watch the schedule for updates so you don't miss the "Let it Glow!" kids parade and fireworks show. Schweitzer.com.

15 Weekly Pool Tournament. It's a BCA 8 ball tournament on Thursdays at 6 p.m. or Sundays at noon. $10 buy in and double elimination. Event will be held at Roxy's, 215 Pine St.

15 Winter Carnival: Tea Time Winter Serenade. The Music Conservatory of Sandpoint hosts an afternoon to linger, listen, and connect in the cozy glow of the Little Carnegie. Enjoy the warmth of classical favorites alongside contemporary-inspired selections, performed by the extraordinary talent of MCS faculty. As a sweet bonus, concertgoers will receive a special discount at 113 Main following the performance. All proceeds benefit the youth of our community who dream of learning to play a string instrument. Get tickets here.

15 Live Music with Float Like a Buffalo. Reprising their sold-out show from a year ago, Denver-based band Float Like a Buffalo is bringing their bold, horn-heavy sound back to the 219 Lounge at 219 N. First Ave. This powerhouse six-piece band delivers explosive live shows with a cross-genre playlist that blends gritty rock with deep-pocket funk, catchy rhythms and soulful grooves. Why are they here on Sunday? Because the next day is a holiday, so you don't have to work! Get more info or tickets here.

16 Hearthside Open Bluegrass Jam. Join in at Connie's, 323 Cedar St. for a front-porch-style bluegrass jam with local musicians. You can even bring your own instrument and join in. Starts at 5 p.m.

16 Open Irish Style Jam Night. Every Monday night is an 'open jam' where musicians are encouraged to come and join in the fun of music creation. On Feb. 2 and 16 is an Irish Style Jam led by Seamus Divine. And on Feb. 9 and Feb. 23 is a Bluegrass Jam led by Jim Rosauer. All Open Jams start at 5 p.m. at Connie's Lounge, 323 Cedar St.

16 Trivia Night with Kaniksu Land Trust. Bring your head full of assorted (and important!) facts to the Idaho Pour Authority's Trivia Night. In partnership with Kaniksu Land Trust, questions will be about Sandpoint Winter Carnival and local conservation activities and history. IPA is donating $1 from each beer sold, and there will be raffles every hour ($5 per ticket or $10 for three) with monies raised going to KLT's conservation, connection and community resilience work. Arrive by 5:30 p.m. for a comfy seat; questions begin at 6 p.m. At the IPA taphouse, 302 Cedar St.

17 Free Calligraphy Class. Join from 10-11 a.m. for a free beginners calligraphy class at the Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St. Attend one, or attend all. Register by emailing [email protected] to ensure there are enough supplies. This is class 3 of 4.

17 Live Piano with Andrew Martinssen. Join at Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St. from 5-7 p.m. for some classical music on the piano with Andrew Martinssen.

17 Charcuterie Workshop. Enjoy an elevated, hands-on Charcuterie Workshop led by Graze & Rose from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Barrel 33, 100 North 1st Ave. During this interactive class, participants will learn to style a 10" charcuterie board with premium ingredients, including meat and cheese pairings, creative fruit techniques, and a live demonstration of signature meat roses. All ingredients and knives are provided, along with a take-home pamphlet of tips and recipes, and each finished board feeds 2-3 people and can be wrapped to take home. No experience necessary. Register here.

17 Little Live Radio Hour with Little Wolf. KRFY Community Radio kicks off its 2026 series of monthly free concerts in an all-new venue: The Hive! Stellar local musicians Justin Landis and Josh Hedlund, aka Little Wolf, are featured. Listen live on air at 88.5 FM or streaming at KRFY.org., starting at 7 p.m. - or better yet, come catch the concert in person at The Hive, our town's state-of-the-art music hall. Doors open at 6 p.m. and everyone's invited to come early for some socializing. The Little Live Radio Hour is produced by KRFY in partnership with The Hive and the Festival at Sandpoint. See more at KRFY.org.

17 Karaoke. Don't miss Karaoke every Tuesday at Roxy's, 215 Pine St. from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

18 Live Piano with Bob Beadling. Enjoy an evening of contemporary and classical songs on the grand piano from 5-7 p.m. at Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St. with Bob Beadling.

18 Family Night & Live Music with John Firshi. Join from 5-7:30 p.m. at Matchwood, 513 Oak St. for some good musical vibes.

18: 2026 SHS Dance 2026 Showcase. The SHS Dance Team, the Ponderettes, invite the community to an evening celebrating dance, talent, and local studios. This event will be held at the Sandpoint High School, 410 S. Division Ave. with doors opening at 5:30 p.m. and performances to begin at 6 p.m. The event will feature the SHS Dance Team's competition routines along with special performances from many local studios. Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for those 18 and under via cash or check at the door.

18 TANGO Night. Join for a beginner Argentine Tango lesson at 6:00 p.m., followed by a practica at 7:00 p.m. at Barrel 33 Sandpoint, 100 N. 1st Ave. No partner is necessary, and please wear shoes you can pivot in. Admission is $15 per person, and participants receive 10% off food and beverages. The evening is taught by instructor Muffy Nye. For more information, call (406) 599‑5696.

18 Brain Freeze Trivia Throwdown. Bring a good mind for the cold, hard facts for this trivia throwdown. Entry fee is $5 and it all kicks off at 7 p.m. at Connie's, 323 Cedar St.

19 ToastyFest. Join the fun in the Granary District from 4-8 p.m. for this Winter Carnival event, a wellness-centered celebration of all things toasty. This collaboration between Matchwood, Toasty Mobile Saunas, and Evans Brothers features themed food and drink specials from Matchwood, specialty lattes and drip coffee from Evans Brothers, sauna sessions with Toasty Mobile Saunas, chair massage by Maia Gaddess, LMT, of North Idaho Integrative Massage and Bodyworks, DJ Lady Oda from 4-6 p.m., and more. 513 Oak St.

19 Paint & Sip. Join in at Barrel 33, 100 N. First Ave. from 5:30-7:30 p.m. for the February Paint & Sip. Tickets include instruction, supplies, and your first beverage. Get tickets here.

19 Line Dancing Lessons. Join at the Hive, 207 N. First Ave. at 6 p.m. where Walk the Line Dancing Events hosts line dancing lessons almost every Thursday. Doors open at 6 p.m. and lessons kick off at 6:30 p.m. with open dancing to follow. $10 at the door. 21+. Every second Thursday of the month is a beginner lessons only night.

19 Pegs on Fire Cribbage Tournament. Join at Connie's Cafe, 323 Cedar St. if you think you have what it takes to peg your way to victory. Join in this fun cribbage tournament kicking off at 6 p.m. Entry fee is $5.

19 Weekly Pool Tournament. It's a BCA 8 ball tournament on Thursdays at 6 p.m. or Sundays at noon. $10 buy in and double elimination. Event will be held at Roxy's, 215 Pine St.

19 Recollection. Join for a local film screening followed by a Q&A with the producers and cast. Recollection, an evocative and twisting indie sci-fi thriller from a Coeur d'Alene family, asks a haunting question: if you could erase your traumatic memories, would you? Filmed entirely in North Idaho and Eastern Washington, the film tackles big ideas. The screening is at the Panida, 300 N. First Ave., at 7 p.m., with doors opening an hour early. Tickets are available at Panida.org.

19 Live Music with Frytz Mor. Join at Roxy's, 215 Pine St. for some live music with Frytz Mor from 8-11 p.m.

20 Live Music with Jason Perry. Connie's, 323 Cedar St., invites Jason Perry to take the stage from 5-7 p.m.

20 Live Music with Oak Street Connection. Sam and Chrystle bring some pop, lounge, and easy rock sounds to the Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St. from 5-8 p.m.

20 Live Music with Mike Wagoner. Join from 5:30-8:30 p.m. for some live music with Mike Wagoner at Barrel 33, 100 N. First Ave.

20 Live Music with Bright Moments Jazz. Enjoy some live jazz with your dinner at Baxter's, 109 Cedar St. from 6-8 p.m. as Bright Moments Jazz takes the stage.

20 Live Music with Wiebe Jammin'. Join from 6-8 p.m. at Smokesmith BBQ, 102 S. Boyer. Wiebe Jammin' brings live music from every corner of the musical universe, right to Sandpoint.

20 POAC Performing Art Series: Abby Posner. Abby's mesmerizing live shows blend folk, roots, electronic, and pop. A genre-fluid Los Angeles based musician known for mastering nearly any instrument, her performances feature everything from fierce blues guitar solos to complex banjo riffs. Tickets $20 Adult, $10 Youth. Get tickets at artinsandpoint.org, at the POAC Gallery, 313 N. Second Ave., or by calling 208-263-6139. Show will be held at 7 p.m. at the Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave.

20 Hogwire Winter Carnival Barn Dance + Line Dancing Lessons. Join at the Hive, 207 N. First Ave. Doors open at 7 p.m. with line dancing lessons starting at 7:30 ($5 cash to your instructor). Band will take the stage at 8 p.m. and tickets for that will be $5 at the door. 21+.

20 DJ Sterling. From 9 to midnight check out DJ Sterling at Roxy's, 215 Pine St.

20 Live Music with Justyn Priest Band. Join at the 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave. for some hard-luck soul style music with Justyn Priest Band. 9 p.m. No cover.

21 Family Day on the Bridge. The Cedar Street Bridge Public Market is celebrating its second anniversary of new ownership and management with a fun-filled Family Day! There will be games, face painting, specials, a photo booth, hot cocoa bar and deals throughout the Bridge. Come by for the fun anytime from 11 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. in the heart of downtown at Cedar Street and First Avenue.

21 Drop in Swing Class. Join at Barrel 33, 100 N. First Ave. every Saturday where Walk the Line will run Country Swing Dance Classes in the event space. $15/person. Call for more information at 208-920-6258. 4-6 p.m.

21 Clark Fork: Class of 2026 Grad Night Spaghetti Dinner & Silent Auction. Let the CFHS class of 2026 make you dinner and help fundraise for a safe and sober Grad Night celebration for Clark Fork seniors. There will also be a silent auction and dessert bake sale. Dinner is spaghetti, salad, bread, and a drink for just $10 (adults) and $8 (children). Event will be held at the Filling Station, 108 E. First Ave. in Clark Fork. Get more info here. 5-7 p.m.

21 Live Music with James Berkley. Join from 5-7:30 p.m. at Matchwood Brewing, 513 Oak St. Enjoy an evening with Seattle-raised artist James Berkley as he blends groove, soul, and storytelling into feel-good acoustic music.

21 Live Music with Pamela Benton. From 5-8 p.m. at the Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St. take in some electric violin with Pamela Benton.

21 Live Music with Philosopher's Daughter. Join at 5:30 p.m. for live music with Philosopher's Daughter at Barrel 33, 100 N. First Ave.

21 Live Music with Angel Urrea. Join in at Connie's, 323 Cedar St. from 6-8 p.m. for some live music with Angel Urrea.

21 Live Music with Jackson Roltgen Duo. Join from 6-8 p.m. at Smokesmith BBQ, 102 S. Boyer for some live blues and americana with Jackson Roltgen Duo.

21 Live Music with Spokane is Dead. Check out this Grateful Dead tribute band playing at the Hive, 207 N. First Ave. Doors open at 7 p.m. with show to begin at 8 p.m. Tickets available online or at the door (if they do not sell out). 21+.

21 Live Music with Oak Street Connection. Check out Oak Street Connection at Roxy's, 215 Pine St. from 8-11 p.m.

21 Comedy Avalanche. Phillip Kopczynski presents Comedy Avalanche, a night of stand up comedy returning to the Panida Theater for one night only on Saturday, Feb. 21, at 8:00 p.m., with doors opening one hour before the show. This PG-13 event features headlining comedian Brittany Lyseng, an established Canadian performer newly cleared to work in the U.S., who began her comedy career after 12 years as a tradeswoman with the goal of lifting less and laughing more; she has been featured on Kevin Hart's LOL Network and is the winner of the 2024 Seattle International Comedy Competition. Seating is general admission, tickets are sold through the Panida Theater, and will also be available at the door.

21 Annual Heart Ball. The Bonner General Health Foundation's annual Heart Ball will be held at the Bonner County Fairgrounds, 4203 N. Boyer Ave. Get tickets at: Bonnergeneral.org/foundation/heart-ball/. A swing bed is a service rural hospitals provide allowing a patient to transition from Acute Care to Skilled Nursing Facility Care without leaving the hospital. Proceeds will go toward supporting this program.

21 Live Music with Kenny James Miller Band. Join at the 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave. for some old-school rock n' blues bathed in soul and tossed with a good helping of modern low country blues rock. 9 p.m. No cover.

22 Winter Carnival: Eichardt's K9 Keg Pull. It's the final, and a favorite event of the Winter Carnival week! Dogs and their owners race down a snowy course on Cedar Street in front of Eichardt's Pub. Dogs pull kegs appropriate to their size - for a St. Bernard, that's a full-size keg, but for a chihuahua it's a beer can - as they race the clock for best time and prizes. The day is a fundraiser for the Better Together Animal Alliance pet shelter. Registration starts at 10:15 a.m. with races beginning at 11 a.m. It's a heart-warming event that draws a cheery crowd canines and their humans, so come enjoy the fun. sandpointwintercarnival.com. EichardtsPub.com.

22 Weekly Pool Tournament. It's a BCA 8 ball tournament on Thursdays at 6 p.m. or Sundays at noon. $10 buy in and double elimination. Event will be held at Roxy's, 215 Pine St.

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

23 Open Bluegrass Jam Night. Every Monday night is an 'open jam' where musicians are encouraged to come and join in the fun of music creation. On Feb. 2 and 16 is an Irish Style Jam led by Seamus Divine. And on Feb. 9 and Feb. 23 is a Bluegrass Jam led by Jim Rosauer. All Open Jams start at 5 p.m. at Connie's Lounge, 323 Cedar St.

24 Free Calligraphy Class. Join from 10-11 a.m. for a free beginners calligraphy class at the Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St. Attend one, or attend all. Register by emailing [email protected] to ensure there are enough supplies. This is class 4 of 4.

24 Live Piano with Jack Purdie. Enjoy a warm evening of improvisational and jazz piano with Jack Purdie at Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St. from 5-7 p.m.

24 Karaoke. Don't miss Karaoke every Tuesday at Roxy's, 215 Pine St. from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

25 Live Piano with Jennifer Stoehner. Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St. invites you to enjoy some improvisational classic piano with vocal accompaniment with Jennifer Stoehner from 5-7 p.m.

25 Family Night & Live Music with John Firshi. Join from 5-7:30 p.m. at Matchwood, 513 Oak St. for some good musical vibes.

25 TANGO Night. Join for a beginner Argentine Tango lesson at 6:00 p.m., followed by a practica at 7:00 p.m. at Barrel 33 Sandpoint, 100 N. 1st Ave. No partner is necessary, and please wear shoes you can pivot in. Admission is $15 per person, and participants receive 10% off food and beverages. The evening is taught by instructor Muffy Nye. For more information, call (406) 599‑5696.

25 Live Trivia. Head down to Connie's Lounge, 323 Cedar St. starting at 7 p.m. for Live Trivia on Wednesday. $5/person entry fee.

26 Line Dancing Lessons. Join at the Hive, 207 N. First Ave. at 6 p.m. where Walk the Line Dancing Events hosts line dancing lessons almost every Thursday. Doors open at 6 p.m. and lessons kick off at 6:30 p.m. with open dancing to follow. $10 at the door. 21+. Every second Thursday of the month is a beginner lessons only night.

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

26 Weekly Pool Tournament. It's a BCA 8 ball tournament on Thursdays at 6 p.m. or Sundays at noon. $10 buy in and double elimination. Event will be held at Roxy's, 215 Pine St.

27 SHS International Dinner & Silent Auction. Join at the Marigold Bistro in the atrium of the Sandpoint Center, 414 Church St. at 5 p.m. The SHS International Relations class will be hosting this fundraiser to get them to NYC for the National High School Model United Nations. Tickets are $55 for a dinner with an international flavor. Get tickets, donate, or get more information here.

27 Live Music with Picked up Pieces. Enjoy an evening out with some live music with Picked up Pieces playing at Connie's, 323 Cedar St. from 5-7 p.m.

27 Live Music with One Street Over. Michael Lewis and One Street Over rock you back to your favorites of the 70s and 80s from 5-8 p.m. at Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St.

27 Live Music with John Daffron. Barrel 33, 100 N. First Ave. hosts John Daffron for an evening of music from 5:30-8:30 p.m.

27 Murder Mystery Night. Join for an immersive evening of wine, intrigue, and deception. Don your finest mask, dress to impress, and help uncover the killer as secrets unfold behind the masquerade. This event will be held at Barrel 33, 100 N. First Ave. from 6-8 p.m. Get more information, or tickets here.

27 Live Music with Kenny James Miller Band. Don't miss this Northwest blues rock power duo performing blues music at Smokesmith BBQ, 102 S. Boyer from 6-8 p.m. with the Kenny James Miller Band.

27 Trout Unlimited Presents: Fly Fishing Film Tour F3T. It's back with new exciting films to get you stoked for the fishing season ahead. Come for the camaraderie and prizes and support the Panhandle Chapter Trout Unlimited in its largest fundraiser of the year. Show will begin at 7 p.m. with doors opening at 5:30 p.m. Get tickets at North 40, at the Panida doors, or get tickets at Panida.org.

27 Live Music with Frytz Mor & The Generals. Join from 8-11 p.m. at Roxy's, 215 Pine St. for some live music with Frytz Mor & The Generals

28 Mega Alpine and Snowboard Demo Day. Schweitzer Resort hosts region's largest demo day event featuring new gear from more than 13 manufacturers. All proceeds benefit Panhandle Alliance Education as part of Public Education Week. Prize drawings, samples and more! Schweitzer.com.

28 Bingo. Join at Sandpoint Area Seniors, 820 Main St. for Bingo from 1-3 p.m. Doors open at 12:30 p.m. Get three cards for $10. 50/50 raffle also available.

28 Live Music with Tucker James. Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St. will have some rock, pop, and country going with TJ Hoops from 5-8 p.m.

28 Live Music with 10 Strings Smile. Join at 5:30 p.m. for some live music with 10 Strings Smile at Barrel 33, 100 N. First Ave.

28 Drop in Swing Class. Join at Barrel 33, 100 N. First Ave. every Saturday where Walk the Line will run Country Swing Dance Classes in the event space. $15/person. Call for more information at 208-920-6258. 4-6 p.m.

28 Acoustic Open Mic. Smokesmith BBQ, 102 S. Boyer and host Chris Paradis welcome you to Smokesmith's first acoustic open mic night. Bring your talent from 5-7 p.m.

28 Live Music with Carli Osika. Don't miss an evening of music with Carli Osika at Connie's, 323 Cedar St. from 6-8 p.m.

28 DJ Sterling. From 9 to midnight check out DJ Sterling at Roxy's, 215 Pine St.

**Little Black Dress: Save The Date. Coming April 30, 2026 at 5 p.m. Event will be held at The Idaho Club Clubhouse, 151 Clubhouse Way in Sandpoint and is hosted by Bonner Homeless Transitions.

And here's what's on tap in March 2026!

*Reminder - Submissions open: Sandpoint Idaho Film Fest. The inaugural Sandpoint Idaho Film Fest is debuting October 23-24, 2026, at the Panida Theater. Filmmakers from around the world are invited to submit their work through FilmFreeway in categories such as Documentary and Narrative Features and Shorts, Untamed Features and Shorts, Made in Idaho, Green Horizons / Voices for Change, Love Out Loud, Animation, Experimental, Past Forward, The Next Wave, and Youth Works. The festival offers discounted submission fees for students and FilmFreeway Gold members to encourage emerging and underrepresented voices. Learn more or submit your film at SandpointIdahoFilmFest.org.

1-2 The Follies. The Angels Over Sandpoint celebrate 20 years with its annual raunchy variety show, returning to the stage on Friday, March 1 and Saturday, March 2 at 8 p.m. for a two-hour, R-rated "Circus Party" packed with irreverent performances and over-the-top entertainment. This adults-only fundraiser invites the community to laugh loud while supporting Angels Over Sandpoint's mission of helping those in need. Doors open one hour before the show, with a limited number of VIP tickets ($50) available each night offering early entry at 6:30 p.m. (regular doors open time is 7 p.m.) This show is not for the easily offended. Get tickets at Eichardt's for $30 or online at eventbright thru Panida.org.

5 Line Dancing Lessons. Join at the Hive, 207 N. First Ave. at 6 p.m. where Walk the Line Dancing Events hosts line dancing lessons almost every Thursday. Doors open at 6 p.m. and lessons kick off at 6:30 p.m. with open dancing to follow. $10 at the door. 21+. Every second Thursday of the month is a beginner lessons only night.

6 Empty Bowl. Join this fundraiser for the Bonner Community Food Bank at the Marigold Bistro, 414 Church St. There is a suggested $20 donation at the door and cash or check is preferred, credit accepted. Lunch with include a choice of soup with a keepsake bowl, bread, dessert, and a silent auction. 12:30-2 p.m.

12 Beginner Line Dancing Lessons. Join at the Hive, 207 N. First Ave. at 6 p.m. where Walk the Line Dancing Events hosts line dancing lessons almost every Thursday. Doors open at 6 p.m. and lessons kick off at 6:30 p.m. with open dancing to follow. $10 at the door. 21+. Every second Thursday of the month is a beginner lessons only night.

13 Derina Harvey Band. Don't miss this St. Paddy's Party at the Hive, 207 N. First Ave. Doors open at 6 p.m. with the show starting at 7 p.m. The Derina Harvey Band is an award-winning Celtic Rock group with a fresh take on traditional folk songs as well as a few originals. Get more info or get your tickets at artinsandpoint.org/dhb.

13-14 She Stoops to Conquer. Enjoy this Sandpoint High School spring drama production starting at 7:30 p.m. at the Sandpoint High School, 410 Division St. Tickets are $5.

14 Far and Away. Join at the Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave. for an early St. Paddy's day with a classic Irish romance film. During the hour between doors and the start of the movie, there will be a local saxophone quartet, playing some Irish tunes for your entertainment! Joseph (Tom Cruise) and his landlord's daughter, Shannon (Nicole Kidman), travel from Ireland to America in hopes of claiming free land in Oklahoma. The pair get sidetracked in Boston, where Joseph takes up boxing to support himself. When he loses a pivotal fight, the two are left penniless. Now faced with poverty, the two must find new ways to scrape by. As their affection for each other grows, Joseph questions whether he is truly what Shannon needs in her life. Show starts at 7 p.m. Doors open 1 hour prior. Get tickets at Panida.org.

16 SHS Contest Concert. The SHS mixed choir, concert choir, and chamber choir will be performing literature that they plan to take to the District 1 choral contest for the community. Join at 7 p.m. $5.

19 Line Dancing Lessons. Join at the Hive, 207 N. First Ave. at 6 p.m. where Walk the Line Dancing Events hosts line dancing lessons almost every Thursday. Doors open at 6 p.m. and lessons kick off at 6:30 p.m. with open dancing to follow. $10 at the door. 21+. Every second Thursday of the month is a beginner lessons only night.

20 The Gothard Sisters. Celebrate the coming of Spring with internationally acclaimed Celtic folk group The Gothard Sisters. The three sisters present a high-energy, festive evening weaving together Celtic fiddle tunes, Irish songs and ballads, Irish step dancing and more. This event will be held at the Panida, 300 N. First Ave. at 7:30 p.m. with doors opening an hour before the show. Get your tickets at Panida.org.

20 Echoes of Euskadi: Landscapes & Legends. Experience the rich sounds of the Basque Country as Conservatory faculty Matthew Goodrich and Melody Puller bring piano music to life, joined by alumni Aaron Wilcox for an unforgettable performance. Show will start at 7 p.m. at MCS. More info to come at sandpointconservatory.org/events.

21 The Banshees of Inisherin. The Panida, 300 N. First Ave. welcomes you to join for this 2022 award winning comedy drama film starting at 7 p.m. (doors open 1 hour before the show). On a remote island off the coast of Ireland, Padraic is devastated when his buddy Colm suddenly puts an end to their lifelong friendship. With help from his sister and a troubled young islander, Padraic sets out to repair the damaged relationship by any means necessary. However, as Colm's resolve only strengthens, he soon delivers an ultimatum that leads to shocking consequences. Get more info, or tickets at Panida.org.

28 Corb Lund. Join for an evening with Corb Lund, a Canadian country and western singer-songwriter from Taber, Alberta, Canada. He has released twelve albums, three of which are certified gold. He'll be at the Panida, 300 N. First Ave. with his show starting at 7 p.m. Doors open an hour before the show. Get your tickets or learn more at Panida.org.

31 Early Submission Deadline: Sandpoint Idaho Film Fest. The inaugural Sandpoint Idaho Film Fest is debuting October 23-24, 2026, at the Panida Theater. Filmmakers from around the world are invited to submit their work through FilmFreeway in categories such as Documentary and Narrative Features and Shorts, Untamed Features and Shorts, Made in Idaho, Green Horizons / Voices for Change, Love Out Loud, Animation, Experimental, Past Forward, The Next Wave, and Youth Works. The festival offers discounted submission fees for students and FilmFreeway Gold members to encourage emerging and underrepresented voices. Learn more or submit your film at SandpointIdahoFilmFest.org.