Here's what's happening in September

15 Monday Poetry in Motion Yoga. Join from 10-11 a.m. in the Library Garden, 1407 Cedar St. as Elizabeth Ruff, E-RYT 500 leads a delightful yoga series.

15 Volunteer Training for Sandpoint Friendship Station. Join from 10 am. to 2 p.m. for a complimentary lunch to go along with a free training. This event will be held at the Sandpoint United Methodist Church, 711 Main St. and will help to prepare you for a one day a week respite support in our community. Learn more at sandpointfriendshipstation.com.

16 Tuesday Teen Sandpoint Content Creators. Join from 3-4:30 p.m. in the Community Rooms of the Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St. This is a start-to-finish content creation course designed to teach teens the basics of filming, editing, releasing, and marketing creative content to an online audience.

16 Teen Book Club. Join from 3-5 p.m. in the Teen Zone at the Sandpoint Library, 1407 cedar St. on the third Tuesday of the month to discuss the chosen book, eat snacks, and work on activities together. This months title is "your letter" by Hyeon A. Cho.

16 Tuesday Coding Club. Join from 3:30-5 p.m. at the Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St., in the new Exploration Lab. Work with Edison bots Pi Sloth robots and Raspberry Pi units. Use coding to interact with robots.

16 Bonner County Planning Commission. Join at 1500 Hwy 2, Ste. 208 at 4:30 p.m. Details such as the agenda, minutes, and a video link, along with other meetings can be found at bonnercountyid.gov/meetings.

16 Craft a Mounted Staghorn Fern. Join in and create a mounted staghorn fern from 5:30-7:30 p.m. for only $25 (materials and light refreshments included; plant and mount sold separately. Verdant Plant Shop, 219 Church St. Register here.

16 Reg. Deadline: Gelli Plate Printmaking with Alison Barrows Young. Next time creativity calls, pack your new favorite art medium: a gelli plate, a squishy gel surface that serves as a printing plate, allowing anyone who values immediacy to create remarkable monoprints. Classes will be held September 22, 29, and October 6 from 1-4 p.m. $108. Learn more or register at ArtInSandpoint.org/jds-student.

17 Wednesday Family Storytime. Join in on Wednesdays from 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. at the Sandpoint Library Garden, 1407 Cedar St. (weather permitting) for themed stories, songs, movements, and crafts.

17 Panhandle Forest Collaborative Meeting. Join at the Bonner County Admin building, 1500 US-2 or by Zoom (Meeting ID: 890 1013 1528; Passcode 770074). PFC admin topics and strategic planning, Sandpoint South after-action review discussion, PFC Committee updates, and standing updates. 12:30-3 p.m.

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

17 All Things Senior. Explore post-graduation options with colleges, military branches, and workforce programs at Sandpoint High School from 5–7:30 p.m. Includes breakout sessions on financial aid, scholarships, and Idaho LAUNCH. Free and open to all Bonner and Boundary county high school students and families.

17 BCGA Horticulture Series: Mushrooms. Classes are held Wednesday evenings from 6-8 p.m. at the BCGA classroom upstairs in the Ponderay Event Center, 401 Bonner Mall Way. Cost is $10 per class. Learn the basics of mushrooms in North Idaho from safety to harvesting. Register or learn more at bcgardeners.org.

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

18 Reg. Deadline: Watercolor Essentials with Susan Gallo. What makes a subject jump out is by applying color around it to create depth.  The negative space becomes just as important as the positive space in that it creates the drama and variety of values that lets the focal point shine. All levels of experience are welcome. Project will be 'A stand of trees' and class will be held on September 24 from 9 a.m. to noon. $36. Learn more or register at ArtInSandpoint.org/jds-student.

19 Friday Mother Goose Storytime. Take part from 10:30-11 a.m. in Karen's Kids Room at the Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St. It's a rhythm-filled lap-sit storytime held on Friday mornings, geared for children up to 30-months.

20 Sewing at the Library. From 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the Community Rooms of the Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St. unleash your creativity & stitch up something special. Select a project and use library materials (or bring your own). Choose from a cloth tote bag, travel pillow, eye mask, and more. Adults & teens.

20 Special Vintage Book Sale. Join in at the Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St. and support your local library while discovering timeless library gems. Find first editions and rare collectibles. Cash or check only. 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

20 Fall Seed Saving. Learn the ancient art of seed saving in a hands-on workshop with Diane Green of Greentree Naturals from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Sandpoint Library Garden, 1407 Cedar St. Discover when seeds are ready to harvest, how to maintain plant vigor, simple cleaning and storage techniques, and ways to overwinter biennial crops. Participants will also take home seeds harvested during the class. Get more info at ebonnerlibrary.org/events.

20 Creative Meal Prep Without Milk or Eggs. Join the Ladies Homestead Gathering at New Song Bible Church, 270250 US-05 in Sagle from 1-3 p.m. where an alternative cooking expert will guide you through a variety of economical skills in the kitchen. Topics covered will range from nut milks to non-dairy cheeses, as well as how to incorporate food scraps into recipes to reduce waste. Stay after the gathering for a free make an take where you will make a water-resistant match storage survival straw. Open to ladies 16+ and nursing babies under 1. nhlg.org.

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

22 Monday Poetry in Motion Yoga. Join from 10-11 a.m. in the Library Garden, 1407 Cedar St. as Elizabeth Ruff, E-RYT 500 leads a delightful yoga series.

23 Homeschool Book Club. Join in from 1-2 p.m. in Karen's Kids Room at the Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St. for a riveting book club where you will dive into the world of literature. There will be a group discussion about the chosen book, followed by an engaging activity related to the book. September's book is 'A Wolf Called Wander' by Rosanne Parry.

23 Tuesday Teen Sandpoint Content Creators. Join from 3-4:30 p.m. in the Community Rooms of the Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St. This is a start-to-finish content creation course designed to teach teens the basics of filming, editing, releasing, and marketing creative content to an online audience.

23 Teen: Future Careers. From 3-5 p.m. in the Community Rooms of the Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St. Corrie Kinman from North Idaho College will share info about the opportunities available through NIC's Sandpoint Center and the Workforce Training Center.

23 Tuesday Coding Club. Join from 3:30-5 p.m. at the Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St., in the new Exploration Lab. Work with Edison bots Pi Sloth robots and Raspberry Pi units. Use coding to interact with robots.

24 Wednesday Family Storytime. Join in on Wednesdays from 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. at the Sandpoint Library Garden, 1407 Cedar St. (weather permitting) for themed stories, songs, movements, and crafts.

24 Harvest Party. Join from 3-4 p.m. in the Library Garden, 1407 Cedar St. Children 4+ will have the opportunity to harvest vegetables from the Library Garden. You'll wash and prepare your veggies for a snack platter.

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

24 BCGA Horticulture Series: JADAM. Classes are held Wednesday evenings from 6-8 p.m. at the BCGA classroom upstairs in the Ponderay Event Center, 401 Bonner Mall Way. JADAM technology is a collection of simple agricultural techniques and inputs: designed to provide you with affordable alternatives to traditional farming inputs. Cost is $10 per class. Register or learn more at bcgardeners.org.

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

25 'Secret Sunrise' Dance. Join from 5:30-6:30 p.m. in the Library Garden, 1407 Cedar St. The use of wireless headphones allow for deeper immersion into the experience. Teens and adults are welcome.

25 Reg. Deadline: Watercolor Essentials with Susan Gallo. A watercolor painting can become boring if all it shows is a variety of flat washes.  Textural effects can energize a painting by applying some characteristic marks, dabs, blots splats, and scrapes to add interest and excitement. All levels of experience are welcome. Project will be 'Wilderness vignette'. Class will be held October 1 from 9 a.m. to noon. $36. Learn more or register at ArtInSandpoint.org/jds-student.

25 Reg. Deadline: Macrame Plant Hanger with Sadey Vogel. In this class students will learn a fundamental wire wrap technique to make a pair of dangle earrings, a pendant and a zipper pull.  They will explore design, color, and balance with a wide assortment of beads and semi-precious gemstones. Class will be held on October 1 from 5:30-8:30 p.m. $36. Learn more or register at ArtInSandpoint.org/jds-student.

26 Friday Mother Goose Storytime. Take part from 10:30-11 a.m. in Karen's Kids Room at the Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St. It's a rhythm-filled lap-sit storytime held on Friday mornings, geared for children up to 30-months.

27 Co-Parenting Class. Presented by Bonner General Behavioral Health, this class is free and open to the public. Meet at the Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St. from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Register here, or by calling 208-265-1090. This class will provide valuable support to help you build a healthy, stable environment for your kids, along with practical tools and strategies for successful co-parenting. Get more info here.

27 Fall Bulbs Fair. From 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in the Library Garden, 1407 Cedar St. you can enjoy a day of events in partnership with the University of Idaho Extension. 10 a.m. Fall Bulb Planting Tips, 11 a.m. Dahlias & Gladiolas, and 1 p.m. Garlic Planting. This is in place of the Natural Connections event.

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

29 Monday Poetry in Motion Yoga. Join from 10-11 a.m. in the Library Garden, 1407 Cedar St. as Elizabeth Ruff, E-RYT 500 leads a delightful yoga series.

30 Book Club. From 3-4 p.m. in the Community Rooms of the Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St. Discuss "The Book That Wouldn't Burn" by Mark Lawrence with library staff and community members. Adults & teens.

30 Tuesday Teen Sandpoint Content Creators. Join from 3-4:30 p.m. in the Community Rooms of the Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St. This is a start-to-finish content creation course designed to teach teens the basics of filming, editing, releasing, and marketing creative content to an online audience.

30 Teen: Anime Club. Join from 3-5 p.m. in the Teen Zone of the Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St. for the first anime club of the school year. Come meet other anime fans, try your hand at creating an anime character, write in Japanese calligraphy, and eat Japanese snacks.

30 Tuesday Coding Club. Join from 3:30-5 p.m. at the Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St., in the new Exploration Lab. Work with Edison bots Pi Sloth robots and Raspberry Pi units. Use coding to interact with robots.

**Leadership Sandpoint Now Accepting Applications for 2026 Class Project. All applications must be submitted by November 1, 2025 to be considered. Local non-profits are welcome to apply. Eligible non-profits must propose a project that can be scaled for completion, or partially completed, within the program's timeframe. Up to five organizations will be invited to present their proposals in a 20-minute presentation on November 19, 2025. Learn more and apply here.

And in October...

1 BCGA Horticulture Series: Indoor Gardening for a Winter Harvest. Classes are held Wednesday evenings from 6-8 p.m. at the BCGA classroom upstairs in the Ponderay Event Center, 401 Bonner Mall Way. As temperatures dip and the days shorten, winter is imminent and gardening is put on the back burner. Why not try winter gardening indoors? Cost is $10 per class. Register or learn more at bcgardeners.org.

3 Breaking Barriers, Building Hope. Presented by NAMI Far North Idaho, join Miriam Feldman for "He Came In With It: Navigating Family, System, and Stigma" a candid, insightful hour on real-life mental health. Hear her powerful story with humor and warmth, and connect with healthcare providers, families, and community members over refreshments during this "Happy Hour & Hope" social. Doors will open 30 minutes prior to this 6 p.m. lecture being held at the Panida Little Theater, 300 N. First Ave. Reserve your seat here.

8 Walk to School Day. Join Lake Pend Oreille School District families for Walk and Roll to School Day at 7 a.m. The annual event promotes safe walking and biking routes, student health, and community connections. For details, check with your child’s school or contact [email protected] or learn more at walkbiketoschool.org.

8 BCGA Horticulture Series: Soil, the Foundation to Your Garden. Classes are held Wednesday evenings from 6-8 p.m. at the BCGA classroom upstairs in the Ponderay Event Center, 401 Bonner Mall Way. Growing a beautiful, healthy garden starts from the ground up. The secret is in the soil. Cost is $10 per class. Register or learn more at bcgardeners.org.

11 Vital Conversation Series Registration. Join in at the Marigold Bistro, 414 Church St., from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. for the Vital Conversation Series with host, Dr. Jennifer Steinbachs of Syringa Wellness plus 12 wise women speakers from around Sandpoint.$125 early bird pricing through Aug. 31. Online pricing Sept. 1 through Oct. 6 is $150 or pay $175 at the door. Get more details at SyringaWellness.com/vcs.