Spooks ahead! Halloween is upon us Saturday, Oct. 31, adding even more frights to this scary year! For the biggest celebration in town, take part in the Museum Trick-or-Treating event from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. hosted by the Bonner County Historical Society, Kinnickinnick Native Plant Society, and the Sandpoint Lions. Enter Lakeview Park on the corner of Ella Ave. and Ontario St. and enjoy trick-or-treating, Litehouse apple cider and popcorn, and a spooky photobooth where you can show off your fantastical costumes. The Haunted Woods are open until midnight, and as darkness falls, it will be a thrill for those looking for a fright! This event is free for ghouls and goblins of all ages. For your safety, entry will be paced and volunteers will wear masks and gloves. BonnerCountyHistory.org.

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Here's what's happening in October!

30 Haunted Hope. Davis Grocery and Mercantile, 620 Wellington Pl. in Hope, hosts a Haunted Hope celebration from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Enjoy kids' games, prizes, and crafts, plus there will be a scary maze, an adult-only beer garden, and more! Free and open to the public. DavisGrocery.com. 208-264-0539

30 Live Jazz. Matchwood Brewing hosts live jazz from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. with Bright Moments Jazz. Free and open to the public.

30 Beer Hall Live Music. MickDuff's Beer Hall, 220 Cedar St., hosts live music with Nick Canger from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. MickDuffs.com.

30 Killer Klowns from Outer Space. The Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., hosts a screening of this '80s cult classic at 7:30 p.m. When a small town is invaded by aliens from outer space who are capturing and killing the townspeople, no one takes them seriously. Why? The aliens all look like circus clowns, use weapons that look clown like, and all have painted on smiles. Only a few of the young people in the town realize the danger and of course no one believes them. Armed with an ice cream truck they try and rescue their friends. Sponsored by Kevin Smith and AllerGale Design, tickets to the Halloween Eve film screening are available at the door and online at Panida.org.

30 Halloween Singles Costume Contest. A&Ps Bar and Grill, 222 N. First Ave., hosts a Singles Costume Contest. First, second, and third place prizes will be awarded, with music by DJ Shanner.

31 Downtown Sandpoint Candy Walk. The Sandpoint Shopping District hosts a Candy Walk from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visit downtown retail shops and collect candy plus all kinds of fun treats! Free and open to the public. See the Facebook page for more info.

31 Museum Trick-or-Treating. Join the Bonner County Historical Society, Kinnickinnick Native Plant Society, and the Sandpoint Lions for the biggest Halloween celebration in town! Enter Lakeview Park on the corner of Ella Ave. and Ontario St. from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. and enjoy trick-or-treating, Litehouse apple cider and popcorn, and a spooky photobooth where you can show off your fantastical costumes. The Haunted Woods are open until midnight, and as darkness falls, it will be a thrill for those looking for a fright! This event is free for ghouls and goblins of all ages. For your safety, entry will be paced and volunteers will wear masks and gloves.

31 Live Music. Come celebrate Halloween at the Pend d'Oreille Winery and dance to Big Phatty and the Inhalers from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.! A Big Phatty and the Inhalers show offers a wide variety of music, but this special performance will emphasize their '70 rock for a fun-filled themed Halloween Eve. Big Phatty and the Inhalers are Steve Rush on guitar, Ali Thomas on drums, Scott Taylor on lead guitar, Denis Zwang on sax and flute, and Erich Brandt on bass. Bring your big hair, sweatbands, and pleather pants! Free and open to the public.

31 Beer Hall Live Music. MickDuff's Beer Hall, 220 Cedar St., hosts live music with Kevin Dorin from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. MickDuffs.com.

31 Brittany Jean. Nashville recording artist Brittany Jean presents an Evening of Music at 7 p.m. (doors open at 6 p.m.) in the Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave. Tickets are $15 adult, $10 age 18 and under; available at BJeanMusic.com or Panida.org.

31 Halloween Couples Costume Contest. A&Ps Bar and Grill, 222 N. First Ave., hosts a Couples Costumes Contest. First, second, and third place prizes will be awarded, plus there will be music with DJ Kevin. Contest winners will be announced at midnight; must be present to win! No cover; ages 21 and older.

Here is what's coming up in November!

1 Piano Sunday at the Winery. Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St., hosts a piano performance with Annie Welle from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Welle performs solo jazz, improvisations, original works, and the classics on the grand piano. Enjoy a glass of wine and an artisan pizza for a cozy November Sunday afternoon at the winery. Free and open to the public. POWine.com.

* Here's what's happening this week through Sunday, Nov. 8 *

2 CPR/AED with Optional First Aid. Sandpoint Parks, Recreation, and Open Spaces offers a CPR/AED with Optional First Aid; online registration deadline Oct. 29.

6 Winery Live Music. Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St., hosts live music from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. with the Berx Records Duo, performing family-friendly acoustic music. Berx Records is a music production team formed by James and Anthony Berkley, whose mission is to redefine stories through deeply expressive soundscapes. Free and open to the public. POWine.com.

7 Winery Live Music. Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St., hosts live music from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. with Mountains in the Sea. The husband-and-wife indie pop duo of Phil and Angela Lamb, based out of Spokane, fuses blues guitar with hooky indie pop melodies and syncopated rhythms to form a sound that is both fresh and a bit nostalgic. Free and open to the public. POWine.com.

7 Paint and Sip Event. Uncorked Paint Sandpoint is hosting a Fall Paint and Sip event at Cedar Street Bridge at 6:30 p.m. Open to the public. Painting is "Birches and Pumpkins." Reserve your spot at UncorkedPaint.com. $35 includes all materials and instruction provided. This art party is BYOB and munchies provided. 208-219-7915

8 Piano Sunday at the Winery. Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St., hosts live piano music from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. with Tom Pletscher. His performance fills the tasting room with jazz and original compositions on the grand piano, creating the perfect Sunday atmosphere to relax with friends while enjoying a glass of Syrah and a handcrafted meal. Please respect social distancing; free and open to the public. POWine.com.

* Here's what's happening this week through Sunday, Nov. 15 *

9-30 Salsa Boot Camp (Partner Work). Sandpoint Parks, Recreation, and Open Spaces offers a Salsa Boot Camp (Partner Work) starting Nov. 9 and running Mondays through Nov. 30. Online registration deadline is Nov. 2.

11-15 Hillbilly Elegy. The Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., hosts screenings of the Ron Howard film Hillbilly Elegy starring Glenn Close and Amy Adams. This powerful personal memoir offers a window into one family's personal journey of survival and triumph. By following three colorful generations through their unique struggles, J.D.'s family story explores the highs and lows that define his family's experience. Tickets are $9 adult, $6 ages 18 and under, $7 loyalty, available at the door and online at Panida.org. Showtimes are 5:30 p.m. Nov. 11-12; 7:30 p.m. Nov. 13-14; and 3:30 p.m. Nov. 15. Doors open 30 minutes before showtime.

12 Trivia Takeover Live. Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St., hosts Trivia Takeover Live from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Play trivia like you've never played before! Enjoy a fun-filled game where point-wagering questions and musical clues lead to an interactive, educational trivia experience. Wine specials and prizes as well. Play solo or bring a team! Free to the public. POWine.com.

13 Winery Live Music. Pend d'Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St., hosts live music from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. with the Sara Brown Band Trio. Whether they are playing original music or your favorite covers, this trio is sure to bring you a great time! Free and open to the public. POWine.com.

* Here's what's happening this week through Sunday, Nov. 22 *

21-22 Bonner County Fairgrounds Christmas Fair. A holiday tradition with handmade gifts, unique and local artisans, treats and drinks, Santa’s workshop, and Christmas fun at the Bonner County Fairgrounds. Free and open to the public. www.BonnerCountyFair.com

21-25, 27-29 K&K Thanksgiving Fishing Derby. Lake Pend Oreille Idaho Club's annual fall fishing contest. Put on your long johns and come join this exciting outdoor event on Lake Pend Oreille! LPOIC.org.

26 Happy Thanksgiving!

27 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

Here is what's coming up in December!

4 Backcountry Film Festival. Selkirk Outdoor Leadership & Education hosts the Winter Wildlands Alliance film festival at the Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave. Proceeds help fund SOLE's SnowSchool Experience program. SoleExperiences.org.

6-12 Kinderhaven's Tour of Trees. Replacing their annual Festival of Trees event, Kinderhaven's Tour of Trees includes bidding on a variety of fantastic Christmas trees that takes place online beginning Dec. 9. Bids may also be placed for table top trees, gift baskets, and wreaths starting Dec. 6. Online bidding for all items will end Dec. 12. As always, trees will be wrapped and delivered to the winning bidder. The trees will be displayed at various local business locations, where the public can view them on Dec.12. This is Kinderhaven’s major fundraiser for the year! KinderhavenSandpoint.org.

23-24 Santa's Traditional Schweitzer Visit. Santa hits the slopes and then stops off at the Selkirk Lodge on Christmas Eve. Schweitzer.com. 208-255-3081

25 Christmas Day. Merry Christmas!

31 New Year's Eve. Schweitzer hosts festive parties to usher in the new year at Taps and other locations at the resort. Schweitzer.com. 208-255-3081