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WEDNESDAY, Dec. 6
NEW ACTIVITIES
BGH Parade of Trees: 20th annual event with beautifully decorated Christmas trees, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., BGH classroom, 520 N. Third Ave., Sandpoint; bids accepted through 4 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 7. Proceeds benefit BGH education fund. Free and open to all. INfo. 208-304-6374
Cancer yoga: 4 p.m., Community Cancer Services, 1215 Michigan St., Suite B, Sandpoint. Cancer patients and caregivers welcome. Info.: Jessica, 1-208-255-2301
Hiawatha Drum Circle: where spirit and fun collide, 6:30 p.m., Memorial Community Center, Hope, 415 Wellington Place. There is no charge for event; all ages welcome. Info.: Jack Green, 1-208-304-9300 or jackgreen7712@gmail.com
“Last Stand: The Vanishing Caribou Rainforest”: Inland Northwest Conservation Films presentation, 6 p.m., Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave. Tickets $5 at the door. Info.: panida.org
ACTIVITIES
After God’s Heart: A community Bible study for women, 9 -11 a.m., North Summit Church, September through May. Breaks for holidays and summer. Info.: AGHSandpoint.com
CF United Methodist Thrift & Gift Room: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Quality items.
DayBreak Center: adult respite care, 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., DayBreak Center, 820 Main St. Info.: 1-208-265-8127
Bonner County Historical Museum: Open, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Small fee at door.
Sandpoint Senior Center lunch: 11:30 a.m., includes salad bar; Sandpoint Senior Center, 820 Main St. Cost $4 for folks 60-plus, $7.50 for those under 60. Menus online at sandpointareaseniors.org. For first-time visit, call 1-208-263-6860 to reserve a space.
Soup social: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Gardenia Center. Social gathering and free homemade soup.
Senior Meal: Clark Fork-Hope Area Senior Center 11:30 a.m.
Party Bridge: Clark Fork-Hope Area Senior Center, 12:15 p.m. Info.: 1-208-266-1280.
Preschool Story Time: Clark Fork Library, 12:30 a.m. Stories, crafts, refreshments and fun. Info.: 1-208-266-1321.
Duplicate bridge: Noon, Ponderay Event Center. Info and partnerships: 1-208-610-0620.
Potluck luncheon: Noon, Sagle Senior Center, 650 Monarch Road; bingo to follow.
Sandpoint Teen Center: 1:30-4:30 p.m.; free math and science tutoring, 3-4 p.m.
Bingo hour: 2-3 p.m., Alpine Vista Senior Apartments, 1705 Pine St. All welcome. Info.: 1-208-265-4446
Lego Club: 2-3:30 p.m., Sandpoint Library. EBCL Children’s Programs host Lego building free time. Program for ages 3-12; parents welcome.
Memory Cafe: 2-3:30 p.m., Kokanee Coffee, 509 N. Fifth Ave. Casual gathering to provide socialization, interaction and fellowship for those diagnosed with Alzheimr’s or other related dementia and their care partners. Info.: P.J. Christo, Alzheimer’s Association, 1-208-666-2996, ext. 8314; Liz Price, 1-208-263-7889; or Lissa DeFreitas, 1-509-951-2310.
Make It at the Library: 2-2:30 p.m., East Bonner County Library, Clark Fork branch, 601 Main St. Kids create age-appropriate crafts.
For the Love of ART: 3 p.m., Creations on Cedar Street Bridge, $5. Explore all mediums, technical instruction; for ages 6 and above.
Open silent meditation: Doors open 4:45 p.m. to 6:15 p.m., Gardenia Room, Gardenia Center.
Fitness class: 5:30 p.m., Hope Community Center. Info.: Mike Ehredt,1- 208-360-9647 or dreemer61@yahoo.com
Bingo: Sandpoint Senior Center, 6 p.m., 820 Main St. Have some fun and support local seniors. Info.: 1-208-263-6860
Bingo Night: 6:30 p.m., MickDuff’s Brewing Company Beer Hall and Brewery, 220 Cedar St. Free game card for all. Info.: 1-208-209-6700.
Men’s Night: 7 p.m., Clark Fork-Hope Area Senior Center.
ONGOING MEETINGS
Alcoholics Anonymous: 7 a.m., open meeting, Gardenia Center; noon, Big Book study, open meeting, First Lutheran Church, Olive and Ontario; 7 p.m., open meeting, Elmira Store, Highway 95. Info.:1-800-326-2164; 8 p.m., “stick meeting,” United Methodist Church, Boyer and Main.
Sandpoint Rotary Club: Noon, Tango Cafe, Panhandle State Bank building.
Life Choices Pregnancy Center: noon to 4 p.m., 502 N. Second Ave., main floor. Free pregnancy testing, obstetrical ultrasounds, option coaching and baby needs. Also, free parenting and Life Skills classes. Free and confidential. Information: 1-208-263-7621
A Course in Miracles: Study in a spiritual belief system, 5 p.m., Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St. Public welcome. Info.: Karen, 1-208-263-8949
Lake Pend Oreille Toastmasters Club: 6-7 p.m., Forrest Bird Charter School, 614 S. Madison Ave. Information: Debbie Ford, 208-283-9008 or ddbarton125@gmail.com
Overeaters Anonymous: 6:30 p.m., Boundary Community Hospital, 6640 Kaniksu St., Bonners Ferry. Use emergency entrance to lower level conference room. No dues, fees, weigh-ins or diets. We welcome all with a desire to stop eating compulsively. Info.:1-208- 290-8172.
Table Talk: Wednesday evening public book study and discussion group, 7-9 p.m., Pie Hut, 502 Church St., to share the importance of the Lost Life of the Heart. Hosted by Linda Evans, Sandpoint Beguine Society.
Narcotics Anonymous: Wednesday Night Newcomers, 7 p.m., Pine Street and Division, SDA Community Youth Center, upstairs.
MONTHLY MEETINGS
NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness): “Connection” support group, Gardenia Center, 12 p.m.-1:30 p.m. Info.: Jan Burt, 1-208-263-7928, or dannjanburt1@gmail.com
Sandpoint City Council: 5:30 p.m., council chambers, Sandpoint City Hall. Info.: cityofsandpoint.com
Grad Night: meeting, 6 p.m., Sandpoint High School library.
North Idaho Beekeepers: 6:30-8 p.m., Sandpoint Library. Info.: Tricia Sullivan, 1-208-263-9798.
PC users group: 7 p.m., Sandpoint High School Room D-3.
THURSDAY, Dec. 7
NEW ACTIVITIES
BGH Parade of Trees: 20th annual event with beautifully decorated Christmas trees, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., BGH classroom, 520 N. Third Ave., Sandpoint; bids accepted through 4 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 7. Proceeds benefit BGH education fund. Free and open to all. INfo. 208-304-6374
Gospel Kidz Club: 6:30-8 p.m., Northside Christian Fellowship, 4400 Colburn-Culver Road. Info.: ncfchurch.net or Kyle and Des Mangum, 1-208-290-8025
“Victoria & Abdul”: Judi Dench film, 7:30 p.m., Panida Theater. Info.: panida.org
ACTIVITIES
DayBreak Center: adult respite care, 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., DayBreak Center, 820 Main St. Info.: 1-208-265-8127
Leo Hadley Indoor Range: 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 114 W. Lake St.; through April 12. Instruction available, .22 rimfire, rifle or pistol. Rangemasters Cliff Lanning, 1-208-265-4871; or Bill Moody, 1-208-290-6846.
Research day: Bonner County Historical Museum, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Crafting with Kids: 11 a.m., Creations on the Cedar Street Bridge. Drop-ins welcome, ages 1-8, small donation.
Sandpoint Senior Center lunch: 11:30 a.m., Sandpoint Senior Center, 820 Main St. Cost $4 for folks 60-plus, $7.50 for those under 60. Menus online at sandpointareaseniors.org. For first-time visit, call 1-208-263-6860 to reserve a space.
Sandpoint Teen Center: 2:30-4:30, ACYC Center, corner Pine and Division.
Community meal: 4-6 p.m., United Methodist Church, Main and Boyer. All welcome to share food and fellowship.
VFW bingo: smoke-free games, 5 p.m. doors open; games start at 6:45 p.m., VFW Hall, Pine and Division. Info.: 1-208-263-2753
Fitness class: 5:30 p.m., Hope Community Center. Info.: Mike Ehredt, 1-208-360-9647 or dreemer61@yahoo.com
Bonner Partners in Care Clinic: 5:30 p.m., Panhandle Health District office,1020 Michigan, Sandpoint.
Beer release party: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, every first Thursday of the month, 6 p.m. Info: 1-208-290-6700.
ONGOING MEETINGS
Alcoholics Anonymous: 7 a.m., open meeting, Gardenia Center; noon, First Lutheran Church, 526 Olive Ave.; 12 p.m., “Alive Again,” Sandpoint Methodist Church, 711 Main St.; 6:30 p.m., Grapevine Study (closed, nonsmoking), Episcopal Church, Highway 2; 7 p.m. Step Study (closed, nonsmoking), Bonner General Hospital; 7 p.m.
Life Choices Pregnancy Center: noon to 4 p.m., 502 N. Second Ave., main floor. Free pregnancy testing, obstetrical ultrasounds, option coaching and baby needs. Also, free parenting and Life Skills classes. Free and confidential. Information: 1-208-263-7621
Women’s Domestic Violence Support Group: Noon-1:30 p.m. Info: 1-208-263-0658.
Al-Anon: Noon, First Presbyterian Church, 417 N. Fourth Ave. Open to anyone concerned about or affected by someone else’s drinking. Enter using door on Alder. Info: 1-208-263-9543.
Grief and dementia support group: 1 p.m., Luther Park, upstairs in the craft room. Group is led by Pastor Steve Neuder of First Lutheran Church and Brian Casey of Luther Park. All welcome to attend.
Alzheimer’s support group: for family, friends and caregivers of those with Alzheimer’s and dementia; 1 p.m., Sandpoint Senior Center, 820 Main St. Free respite care available at DayBreak Center next door during group session with prior reservations. Info.: Jan Griffitts, 1-208-290-1973
Adult Grief Group: 6-7:30 p.m., Brown House. Support group for adults who have lost a spouse or parent. If interested in attending, contact Bonner Community Hospice bereavement coordinator at 1-208-265-1185 for an application.
Narcotics Anonymous: Open Arms, 6 p.m., Sandpoint Methodist Church, 711 Main St.
Boy Scouts Troop 111: 7 p.m., Sandpoint Community Hall. Everyone welcome.
MONTHLY MEETINGS
Weight Loss Surgery Support Group: Monthly meeting. Info: 1-208-255-7377.
Sagle Senior Center Board: 9 a.m., 650 Monarch Road in Sagle. Call 1-208-265-2627.
Clark Fork Valley Quilters: 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Hope Community Center. Info.: Sandi McNeeley, 1-406- 847-1670.
Friends of the Sandpoint Library: Noon, library. For info, call 1-208-263-2929.
DayBreak Alzheimer’s Support Group: 1-2 p.m., DayBreak Center, 820 Main St. Info.: Linda, 1-208-265-8127
Men’s Cancer Support Group: 6-8 p.m, Boundary Community Hospital board room, Bonners Ferry.
Injectors Car Club: 7 p.m., DiLuna’s Cafe, 207 Cedar St. Those who plan on eating dinner need to arrive by 6 p.m. Info.: Gary VanHorn, 1-208-263-9780
Bonner County Sportsmen’s Association: 7 p.m., Hadley Range, 1114 Lake St. For information call 1-208-266-0141.
Eagles Men: Meeting, 7:30 p.m., lodge, 1511 John Hudon Lane.
FRIDAY, Dec. 8
NEW ACTIVITIES
Ladies Shopping Night: downtown shopping event, 5-8 p.m., Sandpoint Shopping District. Features specials, demonstrations, refreshments and more.
“Victoria & Abdul”: Judi Dench film, 5:30 p.m., Panida Theater. Info.: panida.org
Sandpoint Contra Dance: community dance in the New England tradition, 7 p.m., Sandpoint Community Hall, 204 S. First Ave. Bring clean shoes and water bottle; $5 donation suggested. Info.: 208-263-6751
ACTIVITIES
Sandpoint Senior Center breakfast: 8:30 a.m., Sandpoint Senior Center, 820 Main St. For first-time visit, call 1-208-263-6860 to reserve a space.
Clark Fork Story Time: reading, snacks, games and more; 10:30 a.m., Clark Fork Library, 601 N. Main St. Info.: 1-208-266-1321
Spiritual service: Inspirational readings with soft music, 10:30 a.m.-noon, Gardenia Center.
Meditation: Connect with John of God in Brazil, 10:30 a.m.-noon, Gardenia Center. Inspirational readings with soft music. Free to all. No admittance after 11 a.m.
Senior Meal: Clark Fork-Hope Area Senior Center, 11:30 a.m.
Duplicate Bridge: 12:30 p.m., Clark Fork-Hope Area Senior Center, 10th and Cedar. Info: 1-208-266-1652.
Yoga for Teens: Syringa Creek Bldg. (north on Division near Baldy), 3:30-4:45 p.m.
St. Joseph’s Soup Kitchen: Free dinner, Lincoln and Ontario, 4 p.m.-6 p.m., St. Joseph’s. Everyone welcome.
Live music: 5:30-8:30 p.m., Pend d’Oreille Winery.
Latin group classes: Danceworks on Hwy. 200. Call Diane Peters, 1-208-255-7656.
ONGOING MEETINGS
New 12-Step program: 7 a.m., Catholic Church, all 12-step programs welcome. Open meeting. Info: 1-208-255-8072
Alcoholics Anonymous: 7 a.m., open meeting, Gardenia Center; noon, open meeting, First Lutheran Church, 526 S. Olive St., 263-7754; 7 p.m., young people’s meeting, open, Gardenia Center; 7 p.m., Dry River Rats (open, nonsmoking), Assembly of God Church, 1210 4th Street, Priest River. Info: 1-800-326-2164.
Crisis Pregnancy Center: From 10 a.m.-2 p.m., 502 N. Second Ave, main floor. Free pregnancy testing, obstetrical ultrasounds, counseling and baby needs. Also free parenting and Life Skills classes. Call 263-7621.
Celebrate Recovery: Sandpoint Church of the Nazarene, Highway 95 N; dinner, 5:30 p.m.; meeting, 6 p.m. Recovery meeting for hurts, habits and hang-ups.
Narcotics Anonymous: Surrender to Live, 7 p.m., Methodist Church, 711 Main St.
Table Talk: Public discussion group meeting, 7-9 p.m., Pie Hut, 502 Church St., Sandpoint. Discussion on “spiritual transformation.” Hosted by Linda Evans, Sandpoint Beguine Society.
MONTHLY MEETINGS
Red Hat Rascals: 11 a.m., Sandpoint Senior Center, 820 Main St. Info: Betty Johnson, 1-208-946-8953
HLA-S (Hearing Loss Association of Sandpoint): Meeting, 3 p.m., Bonner General Hospital conference room.
Teen Writers Club: “teens who write … unite,” 3:30 p.m., East Bonner County Library, Sandpoint branch, 1407 Cedar St. Collaboration, peer reviews, brainstorming activities. Writing supplies and refreshments provided. Info.: EBCL Teen Programs, 1-208-263-6930, ext. 1245
Christian Motorcycle Association: Village Kitchen, Priest River; 5:30 p.m. dinner, 6:30 p.m., meeting. Info.: Mike or Anita Neal, 1-208-263-0130.
SATURDAY, Dec. 9
NEW ACTIVITIES
Beginning computer class: 8:15 a.m. sharp, East Bonner County Library, Sandpoint branch, 1407 Cedar St. Subject rotates each week. Info.: 1-208-263-6930
The Winter Salon: lectures by featured writers David Axelrod, Christopher Howell and Melissa Kwasny, 10 a.m., Sandpoint Community Hall, 204 S. First Ave. Break for lunch at Thai Nigiri (local writers welcome to join the fun), followed by reading and book signings at 2 p.m. at Community Hall. Free and open to the public.
Thrillusionist David DaVinci: two shows, 3 p.m. and 7 p.m., Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave. Tickets $20 general admission, $15 military, under 18, and seniors; $40 preferred seating; available at Eve’s Leaves, Eichardt’s, at the door, and online at panida.org.
ACTIVITIES
Cardio Junkies: Sandpoint’s running club, 7 a.m., Joe’s Auto Body, Baldy Mountain Road. Info: Janet, 1-208-255-6102
Albeni Falls Pipes and Drums Band: 9 a.m., First Lutheran Church. Free bagpiping, drumming and Highland dancing lessons for adults and children. Info: Ted, 1-208-263-1578 or dance instructor Laurie, 1-208-610-9635
Family Game Day: 1 p.m., Creations on the Cedar Street Bridge; ages 4 through adult. Demos and game-offs; drop-ins welcome.
King of the Cornhole Tournament: MickDuff’s Brewing Co. Beer Hall, 220 Cedar St., registration noon, first toss 1 p.m. Cost: $10 buy-in per team, all registration paid out in prizes. Every second Saturday. Info: 1-208-209-6700
Saturday Afternoon Dance: 1-4 p.m., Sandpoint Senior Center. Music by Country Plus. Potluck, everyone welcome. Info.: Betty, 1-208-263-2288
Live music: 5:30-8:30 p.m., Pend d’Oreille Winery.
ONGOING MEETINGS
Alcoholics Anonymous: 9 a.m., open meeting, First Lutheran Church, Olive and Ontario; 7 p.m., open meeting, Saturday Night Live, North Summit Church, 201 N. Division (open speaker meeting, last Saturday of the month). Info: 1-208-263-4723.
Narcotics Anonymous: Highlifers, 5:30 p.m., Gardenia Center, 400 Church St.; 1 Disease 1 Program, 11 a.m., closed, 710 Superior, Suite D (children welcome).
MONTHLY MEETINGS
Sexaholics Anonymous: 2:30 p.m., Gardenia Center.
Ironhorse Riders: 4 p.m., Trish’s Place, Hope. Information: 1-208-290-8149
SUNDAY, Dec. 10
NEW ACTIVITIES
“Victoria & Abdul”: Judi Dench film, 3:30 p.m., Panida Theater. Info.: panida.org
ACTIVITIES
Sandpoint Gun Club: trapshooting (open to public); limited free instruction available. 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Sandpoint Gun Club, Gun Club Road, about two miles west of May’s Honda in Sagle. Info.: 1-208-290-2990
Sunday worship service: 10 a.m., Gardenia Center.
Weekly Service and discussion: 10-11:30 a.m., 100A Church Street.
Cookies, Coffee and Jesus: Informal Bible study, searching Scripture, answering questions, discovering truth; 9:30-10:30 a.m., Faith Evangelical Free Church, 2624 N. Boyer.
Hope Market Cafe: Mamaloose (acoustic) Music, 620 Wellington Place (next to post office) in Hope. Info: 1-208-264-0178.
MEETINGS
Alcoholics Anonymous: 10:30 a.m., Sandpoint Senior Center, 820 Main St., open, non-smoking.
New Start weight loss group: 1 p.m., Sandpoint Teen Center, corner of Division and Pine.
Narcotics Anonymous: A Couple of Addicts, 6 p.m., Methodist Church basement, 711 Main St.
Living Sober: 7 p.m., Gardenia Center (closed, nonsmoking). Info: 1-800-326-2164.
MONDAY, Dec. 11
NEW ACTIVITIES
Lifetree Cafe: conversations about life and faith, noon, Selkirk Association of Realtors building, 325 Marion Ave., Sandpoint. Info.: Stan, 208-304-6465 or stan@followcommunity.org.
Blues jam: Open mic, 8 p.m., Eichardt’s Pub, 212 Cedar.
Community soup kitchen: 4-7 p.m., Hoot Owl Cafe. All welcome, no charge.
ACTIVITIES
KFRY Morning Show: 8-9 a.m., with Suzy Prez and Chris Bessler, 88.5 FM.
Monday Sewing Group: 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Bonner County Extension Office, 4205 N. Boyer.
Sandpoint Senior Center lunch: 11:30 a.m., includes salad bar; Sandpoint Senior Center, 820 Main St. Cost $4 for folks 60-plus, $7.50 for those under 60. Menus online at sandpointareaseniors.org. For first-time visit, call 1-208-263-6860 to reserve a space.
Sandpoint Teen Center: 2:30-4:30, ACYC Center, corner Pine and Division.
Community meal: Free hot meal, 4-6 p.m., Sandpoint Assembly of God Church, 423 N. Lincoln St., Sandpoint.
Community soup kitchen: 4-7 p.m., Hoot Owl Cafe.
Fitness class: 5:30 p.m., Hope Community Center. Info.: Mike Ehredt, 1-208-360-9647 or dreemer61@yahoo.com
Sandpoint Jr. Rifle Club: 6 p.m., Leo Hadley Range, 1114 Lake St. Open to anyone 11 years old and above. Instructors teach Olympic-style shooting with .22 rifles and three positions (prone, kneeling, standing). Gear provided; you supply ammunition.
Silent meditation: 1/2 hour, 7-7:30 p.m., Gardenia Center.
MEETINGS
Alcoholics Anonymous: 7 a.m., open meeting, Gardenia Center.; noon, Big Book meeting, Gardenia Center; 5:30 p.m. Men’s meeting, Big Book study, SDA Teen Center, Pine and Division; 6 p.m., First Lutheran Church, 526 Olive Ave; 7 p.m., closed meeting, Hope Community Center; 7 p.m., Get the Spirit open meeting (nonsmoking), VFW Hall, Highway 41 in Spirit Lake. Info: 1-800-326-2164.
Our A.A. Legacy to the Faith Community: A 12-step program to spiritual, emotional and physical renewal; open meeting, 7 a.m., St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Ontario and Lincoln.
TOPS ID 0208: weigh-in 9-9:25 a.m., 9:30-10:30 meeting; Gardenia Center, 400 Church St. TOPS’ mission is to support people as they take and keep off pounds sensibly. Info.:1-208-263-2528
Life Choices Pregnancy Center: noon to 4 p.m., 502 N. Second Ave., main floor. Free pregnancy testing, obstetrical ultrasounds, option coaching and baby needs. Also, free parenting and Life Skills classes. Free and confidential. Information: 208-263-7621
Sexaholics Anonymous: A 12-step program of recovery, noon meeting. Info: toll-free (866) 291-0914 or email sasandpoint@yahoo.com.
Al-Anon: 6 p.m., First Presbyterian Church, 417 N. 4th St. Happy Solutions group open to anyone concerned about or affected by someone else’s drinking. Use door on Alder Street. Info: 1-208-263-9543.
Stepping Into Freedom: A Christ-centered 12-step program, open session, Sandpoint Assembly of God Church, 6 p.m.
Overeaters Anonymous: 6:30 p.m., Boundary Community Hospital, 6640 Kaniksu St., Bonners Ferry. Emergency entrance to LL conference room. No dues, fees, weigh-ins or diets. Info.: 1-208-290-8172
Survivors of Suicide Support Group: 7-8 p.m., 608 S. Division Ave. Info.:1-208-265-5049
Narcotics Anonymous: A Vision of Hope, 7:15 p.m., First Lutheran Church, 526 Olive. Enter through back door.
MONTHLY MEETINGS
Bonner Education And Technology Alliance (BETA): 12:30 p.m., Bonner Business Center. Info: 1-208-263-7263.
East Bonner County Free Library: Monthly board meeting, 5:15 p.m., Rooms 102-103.
Kootenai-Ponderay Sewer District: Board of directors, 6 p.m., 511 Whiskey Jack Road, office. For information call 1-208-263-0229.
Sandpoint Lions Club: Business meeting, 7 p.m., Lions Den. Info: sandpointlionsclub.org
Ellisport Bay Sewer District: Ponderay Shores Resort Activities Building, 6:30 p.m. Info: 1-208-264-0112.
Priest River Diabetes Support Group: Frank Chapin Senior Center, Priest River, 7 p.m. Information, 448-2899.
Martha Chapter 34: Order of the Eastern Star, 7 p.m., Masonic Lodge Second and Cedar in Sandpoint.
Clark Fork City Council: 7 p.m., Clark Fork City Hall.
TUESDAY, Dec. 12
NEW ACTIVITIES
Audubon: Meet Fairmont Loop and Highway 95, 8 a.m. to count birds. Info: 1-208-664-5318 or 1-208-664-4739.
ACTIVITIES
KFRY Morning Show: 8-9 a.m., with Suzy Prez and Chris Bessler, 88.5 FM.
Yoga: 8:30 a.m., Hope Community Center. Info.: Maria Alberg, 1-208-263-2084
DayBreak Center: adult respite care, 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., DayBreak Center, 820 Main St. Info.: 208-265-8127
Research day: Bonner County Historical Museum. Local history exhibits and research archive, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. each day or by appointment. Info: 1-208-263-2344.
Leo Hadley Indoor Range: 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 114 W. Lake St.; through April 12. Instruction available, .22 rimfire, rifle or pistol. Rangemasters Cliff Lanning, 265-4871; or Bill Moody, 1-208-290-6846.
Mother Goose Tales: story and singing program for children aged 0-3 years old; 10:15 a.m., Creations, Cedar Street Bridge, Sandpoint. Info.: 1-208-263-6930
Preschool story time: stories, games, crafts and songs for children ages 2-5, 11 a.m., Creations, Cedar Street Bridge, Sandpoint. Info.: 1-208-263-6930
Sandpoint Senior Center lunch: 11:30 a.m., Sandpoint Senior Center, 820 Main St. Cost $4 for folks 60-plus, $7.50 for those under 60. Menus online at sandpointareaseniors.org. For first-time visit, call 1-208-263-6860 to reserve a space.
Pinochle: Clark Fork-Hope Area Senior Center, 1 p.m. Info: 266-1667.
Sandpoint Teen Center: 2:30-3:30, ACYC Center, corner Pine and Division.
Robotics with Lego Mindstorm: 3 p.m., Clark Fork Library. Info.:1- 208-266-1321
Make It at the Library: 3-4:30 p.m., East Bonner County Library, 1407 Cedar St., rooms 103-104. Kids create with robotics, arduinos, needlework, Legos and more.
Magic: The Gathering: strategic card game, 5 p.m., East Bonner County Library, 1407 Cedar. Info.: 1-208-263-4263
Bonner Partners in Care Clinic: 5:30 p.m., Panhandle Health District office, 1020 Michigan, Sandpoint.
Basic Bingo: Stoneridge Loft Restaurant, Blanchard, 6:30-9:30 p.m.
Trivia Night: 7-9 p.m., MickDuff’s Brewery. Enjoy a night of trivia, prizes awarded.
MEETINGS
Ponderay Rotary: Breakfast meeting, 7 a.m. Tango Cafe, Columbia Bank building. All welcome.
Alcoholics Anonymous: 7 a.m., open meeting, Gardenia Center; 7 p.m., Living Sober (closed, nonsmoking), Gardenia Center, 4th Ave. and Church; 7 p.m.
Narcotics Anonymous: Unparalleled Freedom, 7 a.m., Catholic Church. Open meeting. Open Arms, 6 p.m., Seventh-day Adventist Youth Center, corner Pine and Division.
Kiwanis Club: luncheon meeting, 12-1 p.m., Di Luna’s, 207 Cedar St. Info.: Dick Vail, 208-255-6642
Life Choices Pregnancy Center: noon to 4 p.m., 502 N. Second Ave., main floor. Free pregnancy testing, obstetrical ultrasounds, option coaching and baby needs. Also, free parenting and Life Skills classes. Free and confidential. Information: 1-208-263-7621
Overeaters Anonymous: noon-1 p.m., Cocolalla Cowboy Church, 4281 Cocolalla Loop Road. No dues, no diets, no weigh-ins, no pressure. Info.: Linda G.,1-612-599-1096 or email, randallinda1@juno.com
Grief and dementia support group: 1 p.m., Luther Park, upstairs in the craft room. Group is led by Pastor Steve Neuder of First Lutheran Church and Brian Casey of Luther Park. All welcome to attend.
Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous: no fees, no dues, no weigh-ins; 6:30-8 p.m., First Lutheran Church, 526 Olive Ave., enter via green door facing Olive Avenue. Info.: Brenda, 1-208-255-9339
Bible Services: Teaching the unchanging truth of Jesus Christ: 7:30 p.m., the Sand Creek Center at the Meeting Place, 101 N. First Ave.
Heron Outreach Clinic: Open for drop-ins, Info: 1-406-847-8780.
MONTHLY MEETINGS
Sagle Fire District: Regular commission business, 8 a.m., Selkirk Fire Rescue & EMS, 2689 Gun Club Road.
Local Emergency Planning Committee: 8:30-10 a.m., Federal Building, 1500 Highway 2, Sandpoint.
Marine Corps League: 9 a.m., Veterans of Foreign Wars Hall, Division and Pine, Sandpoint.
North Country Fibromyalgia: Bonner General Hospital, 10 a.m.-noon. Info: Laurie, 1-208-263-5838.
Parkinson’s support group: 2-3 p.m., Bonner General Health conference room. Individuals affected by Parkinson’s, family, caregivers and friends are encouraged to attend. Info.: Elizabeth Neuder, physical therapist, Performance Therapy Services, 1-208-265-3325
Sandpoint Arts Commission: 4 p.m., conference room, Sandpoint City Hall.
Bonner Soil & Water Conservation District: Monthly board meeting, 4 p.m., Federal Building, Room 306.
City of Sandpoint: Planning Commission workshop, 5:30 p.m., City Hall.
Angels Over Sandpoint: 5 p.m., social hour; 6 p.m., meeting; DiLuna’s Cafe, 207 Cedar. Info.: angelsoversandpoint.org
Panhandle Piecemakers Quilt Guild: Social, 6 p.m., meeting 6:30 p.m., First Lutheran Church, 526 S. Olive.
Vietnam Veterans of America: 6 p.m., VFW Hall, 1325 Pine St. Info: 1-208-263-5419, or idahovva.com.
Habitat for Humanity: Open monthly board meeting, 5 p.m., ReStore, 1519 Baldy Park Road. Info.: 1-208-265-5313
East Hope City Council: 6:30 p.m., City Hall.
Bonner Community Gleaners: 6:30 p.m., Eagles Club. Info: 1-208-263-7700 for information.
Bonner County Amateur Radio Club: meeting, 7 p.m., Panhandle Health Building.
WEDNESDAY, Dec.13
NEW ACTIVITIES
Cancer yoga: 4 p.m., Community Cancer Services, 1215 Michigan St., Suite B, Sandpoint. Cancer patients and caregivers welcome. Info.: Jessica, 1-208-255-2301
Hiawatha Drum Circle: where spirit and fun collide, 6:30 p.m., Memorial Community Center, Hope, 415 Wellington Place. There is no charge for event; all ages welcome. Info.: Jack Green, 1-208-304-9300 or jackgreen7712@gmail.com
ACTIVITIES
After God’s Heart: A community Bible study for women, 9 -11 a.m., North Summit Church, September through May. Breaks for holidays and summer. Info.: AGHSandpoint.com
DayBreak Center: adult respite care, 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., DayBreak Center, 820 Main St. Info.: 1-208-265-8127
Bonner County Historical Museum: Open, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Small fee at door.
Sandpoint Senior Center lunch: 11:30 a.m., includes salad bar; Sandpoint Senior Center, 820 Main St. Cost $4 for folks 60-plus, $7.50 for those under 60. Menus online at sandpointareaseniors.org. For first-time visit, call 1-208-263-6860 to reserve a space.
Soup social: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Gardenia Center. Social gathering and free homemade soup.
Senior Meal: Clark Fork-Hope Area Senior Center 11:30 a.m.
Party Bridge: Clark Fork-Hope Area Senior Center, 12:15 p.m. Info.: 1-208-266-1280.
Preschool Story Time: Clark Fork Library, 12:30 a.m. Stories, crafts, refreshments and fun. Info.: 1-208-266-1321.
Duplicate bridge: Noon, Ponderay Event Center. Info and partnerships: 1-208-610-0620.
Sandpoint Teen Center: 1:30-4:30 p.m.; free math and science tutoring, 3-4 p.m.
Bingo hour: 2-3 p.m., Alpine Vista Senior Apartments, 1705 Pine St. All welcome. Info.: 1-208-265-4446
Make It at the Library: 2-2:30 p.m., East Bonner County Library, Clark Fork branch, 601 Main St. Kids create age-appropriate crafts.
For the Love of ART: 3 p.m., Creations on Cedar Street Bridge, $5. Explore all mediums, technical instruction; for ages 6 and above.
Open silent meditation: Doors open 4:45 p.m. to 6:15 p.m., Gardenia Room, Gardenia Center.
Fitness class: 5:30 p.m., Hope Community Center. Info.: Mike Ehredt,1- 208-360-9647 or dreemer61@yahoo.com
Bingo: Sandpoint Senior Center, 6 p.m., 820 Main St. Have some fun and support local seniors. Info.: 1-208-263-6860
Bingo Night: 6:30 p.m., MickDuff’s Brewing Company Beer Hall and Brewery, 220 Cedar St. Free game card for all. Info.: 1-208-209-6700.
Men’s Night: 7 p.m., Clark Fork-Hope Area Senior Center.
ONGOING MEETINGS
Alcoholics Anonymous: 7 a.m., open meeting, Gardenia Center; noon, Big Book study, open meeting, First Lutheran Church, Olive and Ontario; 7 p.m., open meeting, Elmira Store, Highway 95. Info.:1-800-326-2164; 8 p.m., “stick meeting,” United Methodist Church, Boyer and Main.
Sandpoint Rotary Club: Noon, Tango Cafe, Panhandle State Bank building.
Life Choices Pregnancy Center: noon to 4 p.m., 502 N. Second Ave., main floor. Free pregnancy testing, obstetrical ultrasounds, option coaching and baby needs. Also, free parenting and Life Skills classes. Free and confidential. Information: 1-208-263-7621
A Course in Miracles: Study in a spiritual belief system, 5 p.m., Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St. Public welcome. Info.: Karen, 1-208-263-8949
Lake Pend Oreille Toastmasters Club: 6-7 p.m., Forrest Bird Charter School, 614 S. Madison Ave. Information: Debbie Ford, 208-283-9008 or ddbarton125@gmail.com
Overeaters Anonymous: 6:30 p.m., Boundary Community Hospital, 6640 Kaniksu St., Bonners Ferry. Use emergency entrance to lower level conference room. No dues, fees, weigh-ins or diets. We welcome all with a desire to stop eating compulsively. Info.:1-208- 290-8172.
Table Talk: Wednesday evening public book study and discussion group, 7-9 p.m., Pie Hut, 502 Church St., to share the importance of the Lost Life of the Heart. Hosted by Linda Evans, Sandpoint Beguine Society.
Narcotics Anonymous: Wednesday Night Newcomers, 7 p.m., Pine Street and Division, SDA Community Youth Center, upstairs.
MONTHLY MEETINGS
La Leche League: 10:30 a.m., Call for directions, Kimberlee, 1-208-265-9347, or lllofsandpoint.com
Greater Sandpoint Chamber business group: Noon-1:30 p.m., Dept. of Labor.
Crafternoon: 2-3:30 p.m., Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar. Children’s crafts program with fun projects using collaboration, cooperation and communication to develop art and engineering skills. Info.: ebonnerlibrary.org
Bonner County Historical Society and Museum: board meeting, 4 p.m., 611 S. Ella.
Independent Highway District: 5 p.m., 1630 Baldy Mountain Road. Call 1-208-263-8131.
Hope Memorial Community Center: board meeting, 5:30 p.m., 415 Wellington Place, Hope. Public welcome.
Bonner County Sheriff Search and Rescue: 6 p.m., fairgrounds food booth.
Democratic Central Committee: 6 p.m., Jalapeños, 314 N. Second Ave., Sandpoint.
Bonner County Rodeo Committee: 6 p.m., Bonner County Fair office.
Ponderay Planning Commission: 6:30 p.m., Ponderay City Hall.
Hope City Council: Hope City Hall, 6:30 p.m.
Lake Pend Oreille Idaho Club: general meeting, 6:30 p.m., Connie’s. Focus on issues relating to Lake Pend Oreille. Information, 1-208-264-5796.
Bonner County Mother’s Club: Sandpoint Library, room 102, 6:30 p.m. Info.: Jodie, 1-208-265-1904. Support group for mothers with children ages birth through five. Organization hosts monthly meetings, play dates, group outings and more.
THURSDAY, Dec. 14
NEW ACTIVITIES
Gospel Kidz Club: 6:30-8 p.m., Northside Christian Fellowship, 4400 Colburn-Culver Road. Info.: ncfchurch.net or Kyle and Des Mangum, 1-208-290-8025
ACTIVITIES
DayBreak Center: adult respite care, 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., DayBreak Center, 820 Main St. Info.: 1-208-265-8127
Leo Hadley Indoor Range: 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 114 W. Lake St.; through April 12. Instruction available, .22 rimfire, rifle or pistol. Scrappy Stampers: 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Clark Fork Center, 1001 Cedar St., Clark Fork.
Casual Knit: From the Heart Ranch, 1635 Rapid Lightening Road, 1-4 p.m. Call 1-208-265-2788.
Research day: Bonner County Historical Museum, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Crafting with Kids: 11 a.m., Creations on the Cedar Street Bridge. Drop-ins welcome, ages 1-8, small donation.
Sandpoint Senior Center lunch: 11:30 a.m., Sandpoint Senior Center, 820 Main St. Cost $4 for folks 60-plus, $7.50 for those under 60. Menus online at sandpointareaseniors.org. For first-time visit, call 1-208-263-6860 to reserve a space.
Sandpoint Teen Center: 2:30-4:30, ACYC Center, corner Pine and Division.
Community meal: 4-6 p.m., United Methodist Church, Main and Boyer. All welcome to share food and fellowship.
VFW bingo: smoke-free games, 5 p.m. doors open; games start at 6:45 p.m., VFW Hall, Pine and Division. Info.: 1-208-263-2753
Fitness class: 5:30 p.m., Hope Community Center. Info.: Mike Ehredt, 1-208-360-9647 or dreemer61@yahoo.com
Bonner Partners in Care Clinic: 5:30 p.m., Panhandle Health District office,1020 Michigan, Sandpoint.
ONGOING MEETINGS
Alcoholics Anonymous: 7 a.m., open meeting, Gardenia Center; noon, First Lutheran Church, 526 Olive Ave.; 12 p.m., “Alive Again,” Sandpoint Methodist Church, 711 Main St.; 6:30 p.m., Grapevine Study (closed, nonsmoking), Episcopal Church, Highway 2; 7 p.m. Step Study (closed, nonsmoking), Bonner General Hospital; 7 p.m.
Life Choices Pregnancy Center: noon to 4 p.m., 502 N. Second Ave., main floor. Free pregnancy testing, obstetrical ultrasounds, option coaching and baby needs. Also, free parenting and Life Skills classes. Free and confidential. Information: 1-208-263-7621
Women’s Domestic Violence Support Group: Noon-1:30 p.m. Info: 1-208-263-0658.
Al-Anon: Noon, First Presbyterian Church, 417 N. Fourth Ave. Open to anyone concerned about or affected by someone else’s drinking. Enter using door on Alder. Info: 1-208-263-9543.
Grief and dementia support group: 1 p.m., Luther Park, upstairs in the craft room. Group is led by Pastor Steve Neuder of First Lutheran Church and Brian Casey of Luther Park. All welcome to attend.
Narcotics Anonymous: Open Arms, 6 p.m., Sandpoint Methodist Church, 711 Main St.
Boy Scouts Troop 111: 7 p.m., Sandpoint Community Hall. Everyone welcome.
MONTHLY MEETINGS
Safe and Drug Free Schools: 8:15 a.m., Sandpoint High School conference room. Includes community advisory board.
Women’s Cancer Support Group: 5:30-7 p.m., 1215 Michigan St., Suite B. Info. 1-208-255-2301.
North Idaho Federated Republican Women: 5:30 p.m., Holiday Inn Express, 477326 Highway 95 N., Ponderay. Info.: Mary Jo Ambrosiani, 1-208-265-4687 or deburrqueen@cygnusaero.com
The Conversation: a discussion for those who love art; 6 p.m., Ivano’s Ristorante, 102. S. First Ave., Sandpoint.
Clark Fork VFW: Monthly meeting, 6 p.m.,115 W. Fourth. Info: 1-208-266-0146.
Trout Unlimited: 6 p.m., 1319 N. Division. General membership meeting.
Coeur d’Alene Toastmasters: 6:30-8:30 p.m., Iron Horse Restaurant, 407 Sherman. Call 1-208-664-6446.
Iron Mountain Dutch Oveneers: 7 p.m., Diamond Bar “B” Saddlery. Info: 1-208-263-2540.
Dover City Council: 6 p.m., Dover City Hall.
Edgemere Grange: Business meeting, 7:30 p.m., Grange Hall.
North Idaho Federated Republican Women: 5:30-7 p.m., Holiday Inn Express, 477326 Highway 95 N., Ponderay. Info.: nifrw.org
FRIDAY, Dec. 15
NEW ACTIVITIES
ACTIVITIES
Sandpoint Senior Center breakfast: 8:30 a.m., Sandpoint Senior Center, 820 Main St. For first-time visit, call 1-208-263-6860 to reserve a space.
Clark Fork Story Time: reading, snacks, games and more; 10:30 a.m., Clark Fork Library, 601 N. Main St. Info.: 1-208-266-1321
Spiritual service: Inspirational readings with soft music, 10:30 a.m.-noon, Gardenia Center.
Meditation: Connect with John of God in Brazil, 10:30 a.m.-noon, Gardenia Center. Inspirational readings with soft music. Free to all. No admittance after 11 a.m.
Senior Meal: Clark Fork-Hope Area Senior Center, 11:30 a.m.
Duplicate Bridge: 12:30 p.m., Clark Fork-Hope Area Senior Center, 10th and Cedar. Info: 1-208-266-1652.
Yoga for Teens: Syringa Creek Bldg. (north on Division near Baldy), 3:30-4:45 p.m.
St. Joseph’s Soup Kitchen: Free dinner, Lincoln and Ontario, 4 p.m.-6 p.m., St. Joseph’s. Everyone welcome.
Live music: 5:30-8:30 p.m., Pend d’Oreille Winery.
Latin group classes: Danceworks on Hwy. 200. Call Diane Peters, 1-208-255-7656.
ONGOING MEETINGS
New 12-Step program: 7 a.m., Catholic Church, all 12-step programs welcome. Open meeting. Info: 1-208-255-8072
Alcoholics Anonymous: 7 a.m., open meeting, Gardenia Center; noon, open meeting, First Lutheran Church, 526 S. Olive St., 263-7754; 7 p.m., young people’s meeting, open, Gardenia Center; 7 p.m., Dry River Rats (open, nonsmoking), Assembly of God Church, 1210 4th Street, Priest River. Info: 1-800-326-2164.
Crisis Pregnancy Center: From 10 a.m.-2 p.m., 502 N. Second Ave, main floor. Free pregnancy testing, obstetrical ultrasounds, counseling and baby needs. Also free parenting and Life Skills classes. Call 263-7621.
Celebrate Recovery: Sandpoint Church of the Nazarene, Highway 95 N; dinner, 5:30 p.m.; meeting, 6 p.m. Recovery meeting for hurts, habits and hang-ups.
Narcotics Anonymous: Surrender to Live, 7 p.m., Methodist Church, 711 Main St.
Table Talk: Public discussion group meeting, 7-9 p.m., Pie Hut, 502 Church St., Sandpoint. Discussion on “spiritual transformation.” Hosted by Linda Evans, Sandpoint Beguine Society.
MONTHLY MEETINGS
Sandpoint Senior Center: board meeting, 10:30 a.m., Sandpoint Senior Center, 820 Main St. Public encouraged to attend.
SATURDAY, Dec. 16
NEW ACTIVITIES
Beginning computer class: 8:15 a.m. sharp, East Bonner County Library, Sandpoint branch, 1407 Cedar St. Subject rotates each week. Info.: 1-208-263-6930
“Jazzy Nutcracker”: Studio 1 holiday dance show, 6:30 p.m., Panida Theater. Tickets available at the door and at Studio 1. Info.: panida.org
ACTIVITIES
Cardio Junkies: Sandpoint’s running club, 7 a.m., Joe’s Auto Body, Baldy Mountain Road. Info: Janet, 1-208-255-6102
Albeni Falls Pipes and Drums Band: 9 a.m., First Lutheran Church. Free bagpiping, drumming and Highland dancing lessons for adults and children. Info: Ted, 1-208-263-1578 or dance instructor Laurie, 1-208-610-9635
Family Game Day: 1 p.m., Creations on the Cedar Street Bridge; ages 4 through adult. Demos and game-offs; drop-ins welcome.
Fly Tying Group: 1 p.m., Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar. Fly tying enthusiasts of varying expertise; bring your own supplies.
Live music: 5:30-8:30 p.m., Pend d’Oreille Winery.
ONGOING MEETINGS
Alcoholics Anonymous: 9 a.m., open meeting, First Lutheran Church, Olive and Ontario; 7 p.m., open meeting, Saturday Night Live, North Summit Church, 201 N. Division (open speaker meeting, last Saturday of the month). Info: 1-208-263-4723.
Narcotics Anonymous: Highlifers, 5:30 p.m., Gardenia Center, 400 Church St.; 1 Disease 1 Program, 11 a.m., closed, 710 Superior, Suite D (children welcome).
MONTHLY MEETINGS
Idaho Writers League: 9 a.m., Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar.
SUNDAY, Dec. 17
NEW ACTIVITIES
ACTIVITIES
Sandpoint Gun Club: trapshooting (open to public); limited free instruction available. 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Sandpoint Gun Club, Gun Club Road, about two miles west of May’s Honda in Sagle. Info.: 1-208-290-2990
Sunday worship service: 10 a.m., Gardenia Center.
Weekly Service and discussion: 10-11:30 a.m., 100A Church Street.
Cookies, Coffee and Jesus: Informal Bible study, searching Scripture, answering questions, discovering truth; 9:30-10:30 a.m., Faith Evangelical Free Church, 2624 N. Boyer.
Hope Market Cafe: Mamaloose (acoustic) Music, 620 Wellington Place (next to post office) in Hope. Info: 1-208-264-0178.
MEETINGS
Alcoholics Anonymous: 10:30 a.m., Sandpoint Senior Center, 820 Main St., open, non-smoking.
New Start weight loss group: 1 p.m., Sandpoint Teen Center, corner of Division and Pine.
Narcotics Anonymous: A Couple of Addicts, 6 p.m., Methodist Church basement, 711 Main St.
Living Sober: 7 p.m., Gardenia Center (closed, nonsmoking). Info: 1-800-326-2164.
MONDAY, Dec. 18
NEW ACTIVITIES
Lifetree Cafe: conversations about life and faith, noon, Selkirk Association of Realtors building, 325 Marion Ave., Sandpoint. Info.: Stan, 208-304-6465 or stan@followcommunity.org.
Blues jam: Open mic, 8 p.m., Eichardt’s Pub, 212 Cedar.
Community soup kitchen: 4-7 p.m., Hoot Owl Cafe. All welcome, no charge.
ACTIVITIES
KFRY Morning Show: 8-9 a.m., with Suzy Prez and Chris Bessler, 88.5 FM.
Monday Sewing Group: 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Bonner County Extension Office, 4205 N. Boyer.
Sandpoint Senior Center lunch: 11:30 a.m., includes salad bar; Sandpoint Senior Center, 820 Main St. Cost $4 for folks 60-plus, $7.50 for those under 60. Menus online at sandpointareaseniors.org. For first-time visit, call 1-208-263-6860 to reserve a space.
Sandpoint Teen Center: 2:30-4:30, ACYC Center, corner Pine and Division.
Teen Make It at the Library: 3 p.m., East Bonner County Library Sandpoint branch, 1407 Cedar St. Makerspace for seventh-grade teens and older to create with robotics, Arduinos and 3D printing.
Community meal: Free hot meal, 4-6 p.m., Sandpoint Assembly of God Church, 423 N. Lincoln St., Sandpoint.
Community soup kitchen: 4-7 p.m., Hoot Owl Cafe.
Fitness class: 5:30 p.m., Hope Community Center. Info.: Mike Ehredt, 1-208-360-9647 or dreemer61@yahoo.com
Sandpoint Jr. Rifle Club: 6 p.m., Leo Hadley Range, 1114 Lake St. Open to anyone 11 years old and above. Instructors teach Olympic-style shooting with .22 rifles and three positions (prone, kneeling, standing). Gear provided; you supply ammunition.
Silent meditation: 1/2 hour, 7-7:30 p.m., Gardenia Center.
MEETINGS
Alcoholics Anonymous: 7 a.m., open meeting, Gardenia Center.; noon, Big Book meeting, Gardenia Center; 5:30 p.m. Men’s meeting, Big Book study, SDA Teen Center, Pine and Division; 6 p.m., First Lutheran Church, 526 Olive Ave; 7 p.m., closed meeting, Hope Community Center; 7 p.m., Get the Spirit open meeting (nonsmoking), VFW Hall, Highway 41 in Spirit Lake. Info: 1-800-326-2164.
Our A.A. Legacy to the Faith Community: A 12-step program to spiritual, emotional and physical renewal; open meeting, 7 a.m., St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Ontario and Lincoln.
TOPS ID 0208: weigh-in 9-9:25 a.m., 9:30-10:30 meeting; Gardenia Center, 400 Church St. TOPS’ mission is to support people as they take and keep off pounds sensibly. Info.:1-208-263-2528
Life Choices Pregnancy Center: noon to 4 p.m., 502 N. Second Ave., main floor. Free pregnancy testing, obstetrical ultrasounds, option coaching and baby needs. Also, free parenting and Life Skills classes. Free and confidential. Information: 208-263-7621
Sexaholics Anonymous: A 12-step program of recovery, noon meeting. Info: toll-free (866) 291-0914 or email sasandpoint@yahoo.com.
Al-Anon: 6 p.m., First Presbyterian Church, 417 N. 4th St. Happy Solutions group open to anyone concerned about or affected by someone else’s drinking. Use door on Alder Street. Info: 1-208-263-9543.
Stepping Into Freedom: A Christ-centered 12-step program, open session, Sandpoint Assembly of God Church, 6 p.m.
Overeaters Anonymous: 6:30 p.m., Boundary Community Hospital, 6640 Kaniksu St., Bonners Ferry. Emergency entrance to LL conference room. No dues, fees, weigh-ins or diets. Info.: 1-208-290-8172
Survivors of Suicide Support Group: 7-8 p.m., 608 S. Division Ave. Info.:1-208-265-5049
Narcotics Anonymous: A Vision of Hope, 7:15 p.m., First Lutheran Church, 526 Olive. Enter through back door.
MONTHLY MEETINGS
Bonner County Alzheimer’s Support Group: 2 p.m., Valley Vista Care Center, 220 S. Division.
Adult Cancer Support Group: 4-5:30 p.m., Community Cancer Services.
Ponderay City Council: 6 p.m., 288 Fourth St.
TUESDAY, Dec. 19
NEW ACTIVITIES
ACTIVITIES
KFRY Morning Show: 8-9 a.m., with Suzy Prez and Chris Bessler, 88.5 FM.
Yoga: 8:30 a.m., Hope Community Center. Info.: Maria Alberg, 1-208-263-2084
DayBreak Center: adult respite care, 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., DayBreak Center, 820 Main St. Info.: 208-265-8127
Research day: Bonner County Historical Museum. Local history exhibits and research archive, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. each day or by appointment. Info: 1-208-263-2344.
Leo Hadley Indoor Range: 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 114 W. Lake St.; through April 12. Instruction available, .22 rimfire, rifle or pistol. Rangemasters Cliff Lanning, 265-4871; or Bill Moody, 1-208-290-6846.
Mother Goose Tales: story and singing program for children aged 0-3 years old; 10:15 a.m., Creations, Cedar Street Bridge, Sandpoint. Info.: 1-208-263-6930
Preschool story time: stories, games, crafts and songs for children ages 2-5, 11 a.m., Creations, Cedar Street Bridge, Sandpoint. Info.: 1-208-263-6930
Sandpoint Senior Center lunch: 11:30 a.m., Sandpoint Senior Center, 820 Main St. Cost $4 for folks 60-plus, $7.50 for those under 60. Menus online at sandpointareaseniors.org. For first-time visit, call 1-208-263-6860 to reserve a space.
Pinochle: Clark Fork-Hope Area Senior Center, 1 p.m. Info: 266-1667.
Sandpoint Teen Center: 2:30-3:30, ACYC Center, corner Pine and Division.
Robotics with Lego Mindstorm: 3 p.m., Clark Fork Library. Info.:1- 208-266-1321
Make It at the Library: 3-4:30 p.m., East Bonner County Library, 1407 Cedar St., rooms 103-104. Kids create with robotics, arduinos, needlework, Legos and more.
Magic: The Gathering: strategic card game, 5 p.m., East Bonner County Library, 1407 Cedar. Info.: 1-208-263-4263
Bonner Partners in Care Clinic: 5:30 p.m., Panhandle Health District office, 1020 Michigan, Sandpoint.
Basic Bingo: Stoneridge Loft Restaurant, Blanchard, 6:30-9:30 p.m.
Trivia Night: 7-9 p.m., MickDuff’s Brewery. Enjoy a night of trivia, prizes awarded.
MEETINGS
Ponderay Rotary: Breakfast meeting, 7 a.m. Tango Cafe, Columbia Bank building. All welcome.
Alcoholics Anonymous: 7 a.m., open meeting, Gardenia Center; 7 p.m., Living Sober (closed, nonsmoking), Gardenia Center, 4th Ave. and Church; 7 p.m.
Narcotics Anonymous: Unparalleled Freedom, 7 a.m., Catholic Church. Open meeting. Open Arms, 6 p.m., Seventh-day Adventist Youth Center, corner Pine and Division.
Kiwanis Club: luncheon meeting, 12-1 p.m., Di Luna’s, 207 Cedar St. Info.: Dick Vail, 208-255-6642
Life Choices Pregnancy Center: noon to 4 p.m., 502 N. Second Ave., main floor. Free pregnancy testing, obstetrical ultrasounds, option coaching and baby needs. Also, free parenting and Life Skills classes. Free and confidential. Information: 1-208-263-7621
Overeaters Anonymous: noon-1 p.m., Cocolalla Cowboy Church, 4281 Cocolalla Loop Road. No dues, no diets, no weigh-ins, no pressure. Info.: Linda G.,1-612-599-1096 or email, randallinda1@juno.com
Grief and dementia support group: 1 p.m., Luther Park, upstairs in the craft room. Group is led by Pastor Steve Neuder of First Lutheran Church and Brian Casey of Luther Park. All welcome to attend.
Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous: no fees, no dues, no weigh-ins; 6:30-8 p.m., First Lutheran Church, 526 Olive Ave., enter via green door facing Olive Avenue. Info.: Brenda, 1-208-255-9339
Bible Services: Teaching the unchanging truth of Jesus Christ: 7:30 p.m., the Sand Creek Center at the Meeting Place, 101 N. First Ave.
Heron Outreach Clinic: Open for drop-ins, Info: 1-406-847-8780.
MONTHLY MEETINGS
Sandpoint Urban Renewal Agency: City Hall Conference Room, 1123 Lake, 7:30 a.m.
Veterans of Foreign Wars: 9 a.m., VFW Hall, Pine and Division.
Bonner County Republican Women: 10:30 a.m., Holiday Inn Express, 477326 Highway 95, Ponderay. Information: 1-208-255-5749
7B Women: 12-1 p.m., Columbia Bank’s Community Room. Contact Teresa Lunde, 1-208-263-7525.
Caregiver Support Group: Group for friends and families of cancer patients, 4:30-6:30 p.m., Community Cancer Services.
Sandpoint Planning Commission: Workshop, 5:30 p.m., council chambers.
Bottle Bay Recreational Water & Sewer District: Board meeting, 6 p.m., district office.
Republican Central Committee: 6:15 p.m., Panhandle Health District office, 322 Marion. Info: Cornel Rasor, 290-7403 or email crasor@verizon.net
Parent Grief Support Group: 6-7:30 p.m., BGH classroom. Support group for those who have experienced the death of a child or grandchild. Information: 1-208-265-1179.
Bonner County Early Childhood Professionals Association: 6:30 p.m., East Bonner County Library. Public invited.
Eagles Auxiliary: 7 p.m., 1511 John Hudon Lane, 1-208-263-8449. Ladies only.
Life-Time Friends Animal Sanctuary: Monthly board meeting. Call Michael Sowders at 1-208-755-6298.
WEDNESDAY, Dec. 20
NEW ACTIVITIES
Cancer yoga: 4 p.m., Community Cancer Services, 1215 Michigan St., Suite B, Sandpoint. Cancer patients and caregivers welcome. Info.: Jessica, 1-208-255-2301
Hiawatha Drum Circle: where spirit and fun collide, 6:30 p.m., Memorial Community Center, Hope, 415 Wellington Place. There is no charge for event; all ages welcome. Info.: Jack Green, 1-208-304-9300 or jackgreen7712@gmail.com
ACTIVITIES
After God’s Heart: A community Bible study for women, 9 -11 a.m., North Summit Church, September through May. Breaks for holidays and summer. Info.: AGHSandpoint.com
DayBreak Center: adult respite care, 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., DayBreak Center, 820 Main St. Info.: 1-208-265-8127
CF United Methodist Thrift & Gift Room: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Quality items.
Potluck luncheon: Noon, Sagle Senior Center, 650 Monarch Road, bingo to follow. New members welcome.
Memory Cafe: 2-3:30 p.m., Kokanee Coffee, 509 N. Fifth Ave. Casual gathering to provide socialization, interaction and fellowship for those diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or other related dementia and their care partners. Info.: P.J. Christo, Alzheimer’s Association, 1-208-666-2996, ext. 8314; Liz Price, 1-208-263-7889; or Lissa DeFreitas, 1-509-951-2310.
“Five Minutes of Fame”: Open mic. Come early to enjoy food and beverage. Cafe Bodega Foster’s Crossing, 6:30 p.m. Info.: 1-208-263-5911
Bonner County Historical Museum: Open, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Small fee at door.
Sandpoint Senior Center lunch: 11:30 a.m., includes salad bar; Sandpoint Senior Center, 820 Main St. Cost $4 for folks 60-plus, $7.50 for those under 60. Menus online at sandpointareaseniors.org. For first-time visit, call 1-208-263-6860 to reserve a space.
Soup social: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Gardenia Center. Social gathering and free homemade soup.
Senior Meal: Clark Fork-Hope Area Senior Center 11:30 a.m.
Party Bridge: Clark Fork-Hope Area Senior Center, 12:15 p.m. Info.: 1-208-266-1280.
Preschool Story Time: Clark Fork Library, 12:30 a.m. Stories, crafts, refreshments and fun. Info.: 1-208-266-1321.
Duplicate bridge: Noon, Ponderay Event Center. Info and partnerships: 1-208-610-0620.
Sandpoint Teen Center: 1:30-4:30 p.m.; free math and science tutoring, 3-4 p.m.
Bingo hour: 2-3 p.m., Alpine Vista Senior Apartments, 1705 Pine St. All welcome. Info.: 1-208-265-4446
Make It at the Library: 2-2:30 p.m., East Bonner County Library, Clark Fork branch, 601 Main St. Kids create age-appropriate crafts.
For the Love of ART: 3 p.m., Creations on Cedar Street Bridge, $5. Explore all mediums, technical instruction; for ages 6 and above.
Open silent meditation: Doors open 4:45 p.m. to 6:15 p.m., Gardenia Room, Gardenia Center.
Fitness class: 5:30 p.m., Hope Community Center. Info.: Mike Ehredt,1- 208-360-9647 or dreemer61@yahoo.com
Bingo: Sandpoint Senior Center, 6 p.m., 820 Main St. Have some fun and support local seniors. Info.: 1-208-263-6860
Bingo Night: 6:30 p.m., MickDuff’s Brewing Company Beer Hall and Brewery, 220 Cedar St. Free game card for all. Info.: 1-208-209-6700.
Men’s Night: 7 p.m., Clark Fork-Hope Area Senior Center.
ONGOING MEETINGS
Alcoholics Anonymous: 7 a.m., open meeting, Gardenia Center; noon, Big Book study, open meeting, First Lutheran Church, Olive and Ontario; 7 p.m., open meeting, Elmira Store, Highway 95. Info.:1-800-326-2164; 8 p.m., “stick meeting,” United Methodist Church, Boyer and Main.
Sandpoint Rotary Club: Noon, Tango Cafe, Panhandle State Bank building.
Life Choices Pregnancy Center: noon to 4 p.m., 502 N. Second Ave., main floor. Free pregnancy testing, obstetrical ultrasounds, option coaching and baby needs. Also, free parenting and Life Skills classes. Free and confidential. Information: 1-208-263-7621
A Course in Miracles: Study in a spiritual belief system, 5 p.m., Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St. Public welcome. Info.: Karen, 1-208-263-8949
Lake Pend Oreille Toastmasters Club: 6-7 p.m., Forrest Bird Charter School, 614 S. Madison Ave. Information: Debbie Ford, 208-283-9008 or ddbarton125@gmail.com
Overeaters Anonymous: 6:30 p.m., Boundary Community Hospital, 6640 Kaniksu St., Bonners Ferry. Use emergency entrance to lower level conference room. No dues, fees, weigh-ins or diets. We welcome all with a desire to stop eating compulsively. Info.:1-208- 290-8172.
Table Talk: Wednesday evening public book study and discussion group, 7-9 p.m., Pie Hut, 502 Church St., to share the importance of the Lost Life of the Heart. Hosted by Linda Evans, Sandpoint Beguine Society.
Narcotics Anonymous: Wednesday Night Newcomers, 7 p.m., Pine Street and Division, SDA Community Youth Center, upstairs.
MONTHLY MEETINGS
Sandpoint City Council: 5:30 p.m., council chambers, Sandpoint City Hall. Info.: cityofsandpoint.com
Pedestrian Advisory Committee: 12:30 p.m., Sandpoint City Council chambers, Sandpoint City Hall.
Wild Idaho Rising Tide: 7 p.m., Eichardt’s Pub, 212 Cedar St., upstairs game room.
THURSDAY, Dec 21
NEW ACTIVITIES
Gospel Kidz Club: 6:30-8 p.m., Northside Christian Fellowship, 4400 Colburn-Culver Road. Info.: ncfchurch.net or Kyle and Des Mangum, 1-208-290-8025
ACTIVITIES
DayBreak Center: adult respite care, 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., DayBreak Center, 820 Main St. Info.: 1-208-265-8127
Leo Hadley Indoor Range: 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 114 W. Lake St.; through April 12. Instruction available, .22 rimfire, rifle or pistol. Rangemasters Cliff Lanning, 1-208-265-4871; or Bill Moody, 1-208-290-6846.
Research day: Bonner County Historical Museum, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Crafting with Kids: 11 a.m., Creations on the Cedar Street Bridge. Drop-ins welcome, ages 1-8, small donation.
Sandpoint Senior Center lunch: 11:30 a.m., Sandpoint Senior Center, 820 Main St. Cost $4 for folks 60-plus, $7.50 for those under 60. Menus online at sandpointareaseniors.org. For first-time visit, call 1-208-263-6860 to reserve a space.
Yoga class for men and women: Class for cancer patients, sponsored by Susan G. Komen Foundation. Maria Alberg instructor, 1:30 p.m., Gardenia Center.
Sandpoint Teen Center: 2:30-4:30, ACYC Center, corner Pine and Division.
Community meal: 4-6 p.m., United Methodist Church, Main and Boyer. All welcome to share food and fellowship.
VFW bingo: smoke-free games, 5 p.m. doors open; games start at 6:45 p.m., VFW Hall, Pine and Division. Info.: 1-208-263-2753
Fitness class: 5:30 p.m., Hope Community Center. Info.: Mike Ehredt, 1-208-360-9647 or dreemer61@yahoo.com
Bonner Partners in Care Clinic: 5:30 p.m., Panhandle Health District office,1020 Michigan, Sandpoint.
ONGOING MEETINGS
Alcoholics Anonymous: 7 a.m., open meeting, Gardenia Center; noon, First Lutheran Church, 526 Olive Ave.; 12 p.m., “Alive Again,” Sandpoint Methodist Church, 711 Main St.; 6:30 p.m., Grapevine Study (closed, nonsmoking), Episcopal Church, Highway 2; 7 p.m. Step Study (closed, nonsmoking), Bonner General Hospital; 7 p.m.
Life Choices Pregnancy Center: noon to 4 p.m., 502 N. Second Ave., main floor. Free pregnancy testing, obstetrical ultrasounds, option coaching and baby needs. Also, free parenting and Life Skills classes. Free and confidential. Information: 1-208-263-7621
Women’s Domestic Violence Support Group: Noon-1:30 p.m. Info: 1-208-263-0658.
Al-Anon: Noon, First Presbyterian Church, 417 N. Fourth Ave. Open to anyone concerned about or affected by someone else’s drinking. Enter using door on Alder. Info: 1-208-263-9543.
Grief and dementia support group: 1 p.m., Luther Park, upstairs in the craft room. Group is led by Pastor Steve Neuder of First Lutheran Church and Brian Casey of Luther Park. All welcome to attend.
Alzheimer’s support group: for family, friends and caregivers of those with Alzheimer’s and dementia; 1 p.m., Sandpoint Senior Center, 820 Main St. Free respite care available at DayBreak Center next door during group session with prior reservations. Info.: Jan Griffitts, 1-208-290-1973
Adult Grief Group: 6-7:30 p.m., Brown House. Support group for adults who have lost a spouse or parent. If interested in attending, contact Bonner Community Hospice bereavement coordinator at 1-208-265-1185 for an application. Narcotics Anonymous: Open Arms, 6 p.m., Sandpoint Methodist Church, 711 Main St.
Boy Scouts Troop 111: 7 p.m., Sandpoint Community Hall. Everyone welcome.
MONTHLY MEETINGS
Clark Fork Valley Quilters: 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Hope Community Center. Info.: Sandi McNeeley, 1-406-847-1670.
Eagles Men: Meeting, 7:30 p.m., lodge, 1511 John Hudon Lane.
Ponderay Community Development Corporation: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Holiday Inn Express, 477326 Highway 95. Catered by Pend Oreille Pasta.
ALS (Lou Gehrig’s Disease) Association: Support group, 5-6:30 p.m., Luther Park, 526 S. Olive St.
Iron Horse Riders Association: 6 p.m., Sweet Lou’s (upstairs). Monthly meeting. Info: Barry Kamplain,1-208-627-9814
PFLAG Sandpoint: support meeting, 6-7:30 p.m., Gardenia Center, 400 Church St., Sandpoint. Info: 1-208-718-2388 or on Facebook at Pflag Sandpoint
FRIDAY, Dec. 22
NEW ACTIVITIES
ACTIVITIES
Sandpoint Senior Center breakfast: 8:30 a.m., Sandpoint Senior Center, 820 Main St. For first-time visit, call 1-208-263-6860 to reserve a space.
Clark Fork Story Time: reading, snacks, games and more; 10:30 a.m., Clark Fork Library, 601 N. Main St. Info.: 1-208-266-1321
Spiritual service: Inspirational readings with soft music, 10:30 a.m.-noon, Gardenia Center.
Meditation: Connect with John of God in Brazil, 10:30 a.m.-noon, Gardenia Center. Inspirational readings with soft music. Free to all. No admittance after 11 a.m.
Senior Meal: Clark Fork-Hope Area Senior Center, 11:30 a.m.
Duplicate Bridge: 12:30 p.m., Clark Fork-Hope Area Senior Center, 10th and Cedar. Info: 1-208-266-1652.
Teen Writers Club: “teens who write … unite,” 3:30 p.m., East Bonner County Library, Sandpoint branch, 1407 Cedar St. Collaboration, peer reviews, brainstorming activities. Writing supplies and refreshments provided. Info.: EBCL Teen Programs, 1-208-263-6930, ext. 1245
Yoga for Teens: Syringa Creek Bldg. (north on Division near Baldy), 3:30-4:45 p.m.
St. Joseph’s Soup Kitchen: Free dinner, Lincoln and Ontario, 4 p.m.-6 p.m., St. Joseph’s. Everyone welcome.
Live music: 5:30-8:30 p.m., Pend d’Oreille Winery.
Latin group classes: Danceworks on Hwy. 200. Call Diane Peters, 1-208-255-7656.
ONGOING MEETINGS
New 12-Step program: 7 a.m., Catholic Church, all 12-step programs welcome. Open meeting. Info: 1-208-255-8072
Alcoholics Anonymous: 7 a.m., open meeting, Gardenia Center; noon, open meeting, First Lutheran Church, 526 S. Olive St., 263-7754; 7 p.m., young people’s meeting, open, Gardenia Center; 7 p.m., Dry River Rats (open, nonsmoking), Assembly of God Church, 1210 4th Street, Priest River. Info: 1-800-326-2164.
Crisis Pregnancy Center: From 10 a.m.-2 p.m., 502 N. Second Ave, main floor. Free pregnancy testing, obstetrical ultrasounds, counseling and baby needs. Also free parenting and Life Skills classes. Call 263-7621.
Celebrate Recovery: Sandpoint Church of the Nazarene, Highway 95 N; dinner, 5:30 p.m.; meeting, 6 p.m. Recovery meeting for hurts, habits and hang-ups.
Narcotics Anonymous: Surrender to Live, 7 p.m., Methodist Church, 711 Main St.
Table Talk: Public discussion group meeting, 7-9 p.m., Pie Hut, 502 Church St., Sandpoint. Discussion on “spiritual transformation.” Hosted by Linda Evans, Sandpoint Beguine Society.
SATURDAY, Dec. 23
NEW ACTIVITIES
Beginning computer class: 8:15 a.m. sharp, East Bonner County Library, Sandpoint branch, 1407 Cedar St. Subject rotates each week. Info.: 1-208-263-6930
ACTIVITIES
Cardio Junkies: Sandpoint’s running club, 7 a.m., Joe’s Auto Body, Baldy Mountain Road. Info: Janet, 1-208-255-6102
Albeni Falls Pipes and Drums Band: 9 a.m., First Lutheran Church. Free bagpiping, drumming and Highland dancing lessons for adults and children. Info: Ted, 1-208-263-1578 or dance instructor Laurie, 1-208-610-9635
Family Game Day: 1 p.m., Creations on the Cedar Street Bridge; ages 4 through adult. Demos and game-offs; drop-ins welcome.
Saturday Afternoon Dance: 1-4 p.m., Sandpoint Senior Center. Music by Country Plus. Potluck, everyone welcome. Info.: Betty, 1-208-263-2288
Live music: 5:30-8:30 p.m., Pend d’Oreille Winery.
ONGOING MEETINGS
Alcoholics Anonymous: 9 a.m., open meeting, First Lutheran Church, Olive and Ontario; 7 p.m., open meeting, Saturday Night Live, North Summit Church, 201 N. Division (open speaker meeting, last Saturday of the month). Info: 1-208-263-4723.
Narcotics Anonymous: Highlifers, 5:30 p.m., Gardenia Center, 400 Church St.; 1 Disease 1 Program, 11 a.m., closed, 710 Superior, Suite D (children welcome).
SUNDAY, Dec. 24
NEW ACTIVITIES
ACTIVITIES
Sandpoint Gun Club: trapshooting (open to public); limited free instruction available. 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Sandpoint Gun Club, Gun Club Road, about two miles west of May’s Honda in Sagle. Info.: 1-208-290-2990
Sunday worship service: 10 a.m., Gardenia Center.
Weekly Service and discussion: 10-11:30 a.m., 100A Church Street.
Cookies, Coffee and Jesus: Informal Bible study, searching Scripture, answering questions, discovering truth; 9:30-10:30 a.m., Faith Evangelical Free Church, 2624 N. Boyer.
Hope Market Cafe: Mamaloose (acoustic) Music, 620 Wellington Place (next to post office) in Hope. Info: 1-208-264-0178.
MEETINGS
Alcoholics Anonymous: 10:30 a.m., Sandpoint Senior Center, 820 Main St., open, non-smoking.
New Start weight loss group: 1 p.m., Sandpoint Teen Center, corner of Division and Pine.
Narcotics Anonymous: A Couple of Addicts, 6 p.m., Methodist Church basement, 711 Main St.
Living Sober: 7 p.m., Gardenia Center (closed, nonsmoking). Info: 1-800-326-2164.
MONDAY, Dec. 25
NEW ACTIVITIES
Lifetree Cafe: conversations about life and faith, noon, Selkirk Association of Realtors building, 325 Marion Ave., Sandpoint. Info.: Stan, 208-304-6465 or stan@followcommunity.org.
Blues jam: Open mic, 8 p.m., Eichardt’s Pub, 212 Cedar.
Community soup kitchen: 4-7 p.m., Hoot Owl Cafe. All welcome, no charge.
ACTIVITIES
KFRY Morning Show: 8-9 a.m., with Suzy Prez and Chris Bessler, 88.5 FM.
Monday Sewing Group: 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Bonner County Extension Office, 4205 N. Boyer.
Sandpoint Senior Center lunch: 11:30 a.m., includes salad bar; Sandpoint Senior Center, 820 Main St. Cost $4 for folks 60-plus, $7.50 for those under 60. Menus online at sandpointareaseniors.org. For first-time visit, call 1-208-263-6860 to reserve a space.
Sandpoint Teen Center: 2:30-4:30, ACYC Center, corner Pine and Division.
Community meal: Free hot meal, 4-6 p.m., Sandpoint Assembly of God Church, 423 N. Lincoln St., Sandpoint.
Community soup kitchen: 4-7 p.m., Hoot Owl Cafe.
Fitness class: 5:30 p.m., Hope Community Center. Info.: Mike Ehredt, 1-208-360-9647 or dreemer61@yahoo.com
Sandpoint Jr. Rifle Club: 6 p.m., Leo Hadley Range, 1114 Lake St. Open to anyone 11 years old and above. Instructors teach Olympic-style shooting with .22 rifles and three positions (prone, kneeling, standing). Gear provided; you supply ammunition.
Silent meditation: 1/2 hour, 7-7:30 p.m., Gardenia Center.
MEETINGS
Alcoholics Anonymous: 7 a.m., open meeting, Gardenia Center.; noon, Big Book meeting, Gardenia Center; 5:30 p.m. Men’s meeting, Big Book study, SDA Teen Center, Pine and Division; 6 p.m., First Lutheran Church, 526 Olive Ave; 7 p.m., closed meeting, Hope Community Center; 7 p.m., Get the Spirit open meeting (nonsmoking), VFW Hall, Highway 41 in Spirit Lake. Info: 1-800-326-2164.
Our A.A. Legacy to the Faith Community: A 12-step program to spiritual, emotional and physical renewal; open meeting, 7 a.m., St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Ontario and Lincoln.
TOPS ID 0208: weigh-in 9-9:25 a.m., 9:30-10:30 meeting; Gardenia Center, 400 Church St. TOPS’ mission is to support people as they take and keep off pounds sensibly. Info.:1-208-263-2528
Life Choices Pregnancy Center: noon to 4 p.m., 502 N. Second Ave., main floor. Free pregnancy testing, obstetrical ultrasounds, option coaching and baby needs. Also, free parenting and Life Skills classes. Free and confidential. Information: 208-263-7621
Sexaholics Anonymous: A 12-step program of recovery, noon meeting. Info: toll-free (866) 291-0914 or email sasandpoint@yahoo.com.
Al-Anon: 6 p.m., First Presbyterian Church, 417 N. 4th St. Happy Solutions group open to anyone concerned about or affected by someone else’s drinking. Use door on Alder Street. Info: 1-208-263-9543.
Stepping Into Freedom: A Christ-centered 12-step program, open session, Sandpoint Assembly of God Church, 6 p.m.
Overeaters Anonymous: 6:30 p.m., Boundary Community Hospital, 6640 Kaniksu St., Bonners Ferry. Emergency entrance to LL conference room. No dues, fees, weigh-ins or diets. Info.: 1-208-290-8172
Survivors of Suicide Support Group: 7-8 p.m., 608 S. Division Ave. Info.:1-208-265-5049
Narcotics Anonymous: A Vision of Hope, 7:15 p.m., First Lutheran Church, 526 Olive. Enter through back door.
MONTHLY MEETINGS
Martha Chapter 34: Social Night, 6:30 p.m., Masonic Lodge, Second and Cedar in Sandpoint.
Sandpoint Lions Club: 7 p.m., Lions Den. Info: sandpointlionsclub.org
TUESDAY, Dec. 26
ACTIVITIES
KFRY Morning Show: 8-9 a.m., with Suzy Prez and Chris Bessler, 88.5 FM.
Yoga: 8:30 a.m., Hope Community Center. Info.: Maria Alberg, 1-208-263-2084
DayBreak Center: adult respite care, 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., DayBreak Center, 820 Main St. Info.: 208-265-8127
Research day: Bonner County Historical Museum. Local history exhibits and research archive, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. each day or by appointment. Info: 1-208-263-2344.
Leo Hadley Indoor Range: 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 114 W. Lake St.; through April 12. Instruction available, .22 rimfire, rifle or pistol. Rangemasters Cliff Lanning, 265-4871; or Bill Moody, 1-208-290-6846.
Mother Goose Tales: story and singing program for children aged 0-3 years old; 10:15 a.m., Creations, Cedar Street Bridge, Sandpoint. Info.: 1-208-263-6930
Preschool story time: stories, games, crafts and songs for children ages 2-5, 11 a.m., Creations, Cedar Street Bridge, Sandpoint. Info.: 1-208-263-6930
Sandpoint Senior Center lunch: 11:30 a.m., Sandpoint Senior Center, 820 Main St. Cost $4 for folks 60-plus, $7.50 for those under 60. Menus online at sandpointareaseniors.org. For first-time visit, call 1-208-263-6860 to reserve a space.
Pinochle: Clark Fork-Hope Area Senior Center, 1 p.m. Info: 266-1667.
Sandpoint Teen Center: 2:30-3:30, ACYC Center, corner Pine and Division.
Robotics with Lego Mindstorm: 3 p.m., Clark Fork Library. Info.:1- 208-266-1321
Make It at the Library: 3-4:30 p.m., East Bonner County Library, 1407 Cedar St., rooms 103-104. Kids create with robotics, arduinos, needlework, Legos and more.
Magic: The Gathering: strategic card game, 5 p.m., East Bonner County Library, 1407 Cedar. Info.: 1-208-263-4263
Bonner Partners in Care Clinic: 5:30 p.m., Panhandle Health District office, 1020 Michigan, Sandpoint.
Basic Bingo: Stoneridge Loft Restaurant, Blanchard, 6:30-9:30 p.m.
Trivia Night: 7-9 p.m., MickDuff’s Brewery. Enjoy a night of trivia, prizes awarded.
MEETINGS
Ponderay Rotary: Breakfast meeting, 7 a.m. Tango Cafe, Columbia Bank building. All welcome.
Alcoholics Anonymous: 7 a.m., open meeting, Gardenia Center; 7 p.m., Living Sober (closed, nonsmoking), Gardenia Center, 4th Ave. and Church; 7 p.m.
Narcotics Anonymous: Unparalleled Freedom, 7 a.m., Catholic Church. Open meeting. Open Arms, 6 p.m., Seventh-day Adventist Youth Center, corner Pine and Division.
Kiwanis Club: luncheon meeting, 12-1 p.m., Di Luna’s, 207 Cedar St. Info.: Dick Vail, 208-255-6642
Life Choices Pregnancy Center: noon to 4 p.m., 502 N. Second Ave., main floor. Free pregnancy testing, obstetrical ultrasounds, option coaching and baby needs. Also, free parenting and Life Skills classes. Free and confidential. Information: 1-208-263-7621
Overeaters Anonymous: noon-1 p.m., Cocolalla Cowboy Church, 4281 Cocolalla Loop Road. No dues, no diets, no weigh-ins, no pressure. Info.: Linda G.,1-612-599-1096 or email, randallinda1@juno.com
Grief and dementia support group: 1 p.m., Luther Park, upstairs in the craft room. Group is led by Pastor Steve Neuder of First Lutheran Church and Brian Casey of Luther Park. All welcome to attend.
Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous: no fees, no dues, no weigh-ins; 6:30-8 p.m., First Lutheran Church, 526 Olive Ave., enter via green door facing Olive Avenue. Info.: Brenda, 1-208-255-9339
Bible Services: Teaching the unchanging truth of Jesus Christ: 7:30 p.m., the Sand Creek Center at the Meeting Place, 101 N. First Ave.
Heron Outreach Clinic: Open for drop-ins, Info: 1-406-847-8780.
MONTHLY MEETINGS
Northwest Circles Big View: 6 p.m. Contact Shirley for location, information, 1-208-255-2910.
WEDNESDAY, Dec. 27
NEW ACTIVITIES
Cancer yoga: 4 p.m., Community Cancer Services, 1215 Michigan St., Suite B, Sandpoint. Cancer patients and caregivers welcome. Info.: Jessica, 1-208-255-2301
Hiawatha Drum Circle: where spirit and fun collide, 6:30 p.m., Memorial Community Center, Hope, 415 Wellington Place. There is no charge for event; all ages welcome. Info.: Jack Green, 1-208-304-9300 or jackgreen7712@gmail.com
ACTIVITIES
After God’s Heart: A community Bible study for women, 9 -11 a.m., North Summit Church, September through May. Breaks for holidays and summer. Info.: AGHSandpoint.com
DayBreak Center: adult respite care, 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., DayBreak Center, 820 Main St. Info.: 1-208-265-8127
Bonner County Historical Museum: Open, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Small fee at door.
Sandpoint Senior Center lunch: 11:30 a.m., includes salad bar; Sandpoint Senior Center, 820 Main St. Cost $4 for folks 60-plus, $7.50 for those under 60. Menus online at sandpointareaseniors.org. For first-time visit, call 1-208-263-6860 to reserve a space.
Soup social: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Gardenia Center. Social gathering and free homemade soup.
Senior Meal: Clark Fork-Hope Area Senior Center 11:30 a.m.
Party Bridge: Clark Fork-Hope Area Senior Center, 12:15 p.m. Info.: 1-208-266-1280.
Preschool Story Time: Clark Fork Library, 12:30 a.m. Stories, crafts, refreshments and fun. Info.: 1-208-266-1321.
Duplicate bridge: Noon, Ponderay Event Center. Info and partnerships: 1-208-610-0620.
Sandpoint Teen Center: 1:30-4:30 p.m.; free math and science tutoring, 3-4 p.m.
Bingo hour: 2-3 p.m., Alpine Vista Senior Apartments, 1705 Pine St. All welcome. Info.: 1-208-265-4446
Make It at the Library: 2-2:30 p.m., East Bonner County Library, Clark Fork branch, 601 Main St. Kids create age-appropriate crafts.
For the Love of ART: 3 p.m., Creations on Cedar Street Bridge, $5. Explore all mediums, technical instruction; for ages 6 and above.
Open silent meditation: Doors open 4:45 p.m. to 6:15 p.m., Gardenia Room, Gardenia Center.
Fitness class: 5:30 p.m., Hope Community Center. Info.: Mike Ehredt,1- 208-360-9647 or dreemer61@yahoo.com
Bingo: Sandpoint Senior Center, 6 p.m., 820 Main St. Have some fun and support local seniors. Info.: 1-208-263-6860
Bingo Night: 6:30 p.m., MickDuff’s Brewing Company Beer Hall and Brewery, 220 Cedar St. Free game card for all. Info.: 1-208-209-6700.
Men’s Night: 7 p.m., Clark Fork-Hope Area Senior Center.
ONGOING MEETINGS
Alcoholics Anonymous: 7 a.m., open meeting, Gardenia Center; noon, Big Book study, open meeting, First Lutheran Church, Olive and Ontario; 7 p.m., open meeting, Elmira Store, Highway 95. Info.:1-800-326-2164; 8 p.m., “stick meeting,” United Methodist Church, Boyer and Main.
Sandpoint Rotary Club: Noon, Tango Cafe, Panhandle State Bank building.
Life Choices Pregnancy Center: noon to 4 p.m., 502 N. Second Ave., main floor. Free pregnancy testing, obstetrical ultrasounds, option coaching and baby needs. Also, free parenting and Life Skills classes. Free and confidential. Information: 1-208-263-7621
A Course in Miracles: Study in a spiritual belief system, 5 p.m., Sandpoint Library, 1407 Cedar St. Public welcome. Info.: Karen, 1-208-263-8949
Lake Pend Oreille Toastmasters Club: 6-7 p.m., Forrest Bird Charter School, 614 S. Madison Ave. Information: Debbie Ford, 208-283-9008 or ddbarton125@gmail.com
Overeaters Anonymous: 6:30 p.m., Boundary Community Hospital, 6640 Kaniksu St., Bonners Ferry. Use emergency entrance to lower level conference room. No dues, fees, weigh-ins or diets. We welcome all with a desire to stop eating compulsively. Info.:1-208- 290-8172.
Table Talk: Wednesday evening public book study and discussion group, 7-9 p.m., Pie Hut, 502 Church St., to share the importance of the Lost Life of the Heart. Hosted by Linda Evans, Sandpoint Beguine Society.
Narcotics Anonymous: Wednesday Night Newcomers, 7 p.m., Pine Street and Division, SDA Community Youth Center, upstairs.
MONTHLY MEETINGS
American Legion and American Legion Auxiliary: VFW Hall, corner Pine and Division. For information, 1-208-263-2911.
Lake Pend Oreille Idaho Club: board meeting, 6:30 p.m., Connie’s. Focus on issues relating to Lake Pend Oreille. Info.: 1-208-264-5796.
American Legion Post 15: 6:30 p.m., VFW Hall, 1-208-263-9183.
THURSDAY, Dec. 28
NEW ACTIVITIES
Gospel Kidz Club: 6:30-8 p.m., Northside Christian Fellowship, 4400 Colburn-Culver Road. Info.: ncfchurch.net or Kyle and Des Mangum, 1-208-290-8025
ACTIVITIES
DayBreak Center: adult respite care, 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., DayBreak Center, 820 Main St. Info.: 1-208-265-8127
Leo Hadley Indoor Range: 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 114 W. Lake St.; through April 12. Instruction available, .22 rimfire, rifle or pistol. Rangemasters Cliff Lanning, 1-208-265-4871; or Bill Moody, 1-208-290-6846.
Research day: Bonner County Historical Museum, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Crafting with Kids: 11 a.m., Creations on the Cedar Street Bridge. Drop-ins welcome, ages 1-8, small donation.
Sandpoint Senior Center lunch: 11:30 a.m., Sandpoint Senior Center, 820 Main St. Cost $4 for folks 60-plus, $7.50 for those under 60. Menus online at sandpointareaseniors.org. For first-time visit, call 1-208-263-6860 to reserve a space.
Sandpoint Teen Center: 2:30-4:30, ACYC Center, corner Pine and Division.
Community meal: 4-6 p.m., United Methodist Church, Main and Boyer. All welcome to share food and fellowship.
VFW bingo: smoke-free games, 5 p.m. doors open; games start at 6:45 p.m., VFW Hall, Pine and Division. Info.: 1-208-263-2753
Fitness class: 5:30 p.m., Hope Community Center. Info.: Mike Ehredt, 1-208-360-9647 or dreemer61@yahoo.com
Bonner Partners in Care Clinic: 5:30 p.m., Panhandle Health District office,1020 Michigan, Sandpoint.
Sandpoint Poetry open mic: 6-8 p.m., Monarch Mountain Coffee, 208 N. Fourth Ave. No sign-up sheets, no censorship; come be inspired.
ONGOING MEETINGS
Alcoholics Anonymous: 7 a.m., open meeting, Gardenia Center; noon, First Lutheran Church, 526 Olive Ave.; 12 p.m., “Alive Again,” Sandpoint Methodist Church, 711 Main St.; 6:30 p.m., Grapevine Study (closed, nonsmoking), Episcopal Church, Highway 2; 7 p.m. Step Study (closed, nonsmoking), Bonner General Hospital; 7 p.m.
Life Choices Pregnancy Center: noon to 4 p.m., 502 N. Second Ave., main floor. Free pregnancy testing, obstetrical ultrasounds, option coaching and baby needs. Also, free parenting and Life Skills classes. Free and confidential. Information: 1-208-263-7621
Women’s Domestic Violence Support Group: Noon-1:30 p.m. Info: 1-208-263-0658.
Al-Anon: Noon, First Presbyterian Church, 417 N. Fourth Ave. Open to anyone concerned about or affected by someone else’s drinking. Enter using door on Alder. Info: 1-208-263-9543.
Grief and dementia support group: 1 p.m., Luther Park, upstairs in the craft room. Group is led by Pastor Steve Neuder of First Lutheran Church and Brian Casey of Luther Park. All welcome to attend.
Narcotics Anonymous: Open Arms, 6 p.m., Sandpoint Methodist Church, 711 Main St.
Boy Scouts Troop 111: 7 p.m., Sandpoint Community Hall. Everyone welcome.
MONTHLY MEETINGS
Surviviors Rescue, Inc.: All breed equine rescue, rehabilitation and sanctuary group meeting, 6 p.m., 34101 Highway 200.
Dover City Council: 6 p.m., Dover City Hall.
Edgemere Grange: 7:30 p.m., grange hall.
FRIDAY, Dec. 29
ACTIVITIES
Sandpoint Senior Center breakfast: 8:30 a.m., Sandpoint Senior Center, 820 Main St. For first-time visit, call 1-208-263-6860 to reserve a space.
Clark Fork Story Time: reading, snacks, games and more; 10:30 a.m., Clark Fork Library, 601 N. Main St. Info.: 1-208-266-1321
Spiritual service: Inspirational readings with soft music, 10:30 a.m.-noon, Gardenia Center.
Meditation: Connect with John of God in Brazil, 10:30 a.m.-noon, Gardenia Center. Inspirational readings with soft music. Free to all. No admittance after 11 a.m.
Senior Meal: Clark Fork-Hope Area Senior Center, 11:30 a.m.
Duplicate Bridge: 12:30 p.m., Clark Fork-Hope Area Senior Center, 10th and Cedar. Info: 1-208-266-1652.
Yoga for Teens: Syringa Creek Bldg. (north on Division near Baldy), 3:30-4:45 p.m.
St. Joseph’s Soup Kitchen: Free dinner, Lincoln and Ontario, 4 p.m.-6 p.m., St. Joseph’s. Everyone welcome.
Live music: 5:30-8:30 p.m., Pend d’Oreille Winery.
Latin group classes: Danceworks on Hwy. 200. Call Diane Peters, 1-208-255-7656.
ONGOING MEETINGS
New 12-Step program: 7 a.m., Catholic Church, all 12-step programs welcome. Open meeting. Info: 1-208-255-8072
Alcoholics Anonymous: 7 a.m., open meeting, Gardenia Center; noon, open meeting, First Lutheran Church, 526 S. Olive St., 263-7754; 7 p.m., young people’s meeting, open, Gardenia Center; 7 p.m., Dry River Rats (open, nonsmoking), Assembly of God Church, 1210 4th Street, Priest River. Info: 1-800-326-2164.
Crisis Pregnancy Center: From 10 a.m.-2 p.m., 502 N. Second Ave, main floor. Free pregnancy testing, obstetrical ultrasounds, counseling and baby needs. Also free parenting and Life Skills classes. Call 263-7621.
Celebrate Recovery: Sandpoint Church of the Nazarene, Highway 95 N; dinner, 5:30 p.m.; meeting, 6 p.m. Recovery meeting for hurts, habits and hang-ups.
Narcotics Anonymous: Surrender to Live, 7 p.m., Methodist Church, 711 Main St.
Table Talk: Public discussion group meeting, 7-9 p.m., Pie Hut, 502 Church St., Sandpoint. Discussion on “spiritual transformation.” Hosted by Linda Evans, Sandpoint Beguine Society.
SATURDAY, Dec. 30
NEW ACTIVITIES
Beginning computer class: 8:15 a.m. sharp, East Bonner County Library, Sandpoint branch, 1407 Cedar St. Subject rotates each week. Info.: 1-208-263-6930
ACTIVITIES
Cardio Junkies: Sandpoint’s running club, 7 a.m., Joe’s Auto Body, Baldy Mountain Road. Info: Janet, 1-208-255-6102
Albeni Falls Pipes and Drums Band: 9 a.m., First Lutheran Church. Free bagpiping, drumming and Highland dancing lessons for adults and children. Info: Ted, 1-208-263-1578 or dance instructor Laurie, 1-208-610-9635
Family Game Day: 1 p.m., Creations on the Cedar Street Bridge; ages 4 through adult. Demos and game-offs; drop-ins welcome.
Saturday Afternoon Dance: 1 p.m., Clark Fork Senior Center. Potluck, everyone welcome. Info.: 1-208-264-5391
Live music: 5:30-8:30 p.m., Pend d’Oreille Winery.
ONGOING MEETINGS
Alcoholics Anonymous: 9 a.m., open meeting, First Lutheran Church, Olive and Ontario; 7 p.m., open meeting, Saturday Night Live, North Summit Church, 201 N. Division (open speaker meeting, last Saturday of the month). Info: 1-208-263-4723.
Narcotics Anonymous: Highlifers, 5:30 p.m., Gardenia Center, 400 Church St.; 1 Disease 1 Program, 11 a.m., closed, 710 Superior, Suite D (children welcome).
SUNDAY, Dec. 31
ACTIVITIES
Sandpoint Gun Club: trapshooting (open to public); limited free instruction available. 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Sandpoint Gun Club, Gun Club Road, about two miles west of May’s Honda in Sagle. Info.: 1-208-290-2990
Sunday worship service: 10 a.m., Gardenia Center.
Weekly Service and discussion: 10-11:30 a.m., 100A Church Street.
Cookies, Coffee and Jesus: Informal Bible study, searching Scripture, answering questions, discovering truth; 9:30-10:30 a.m., Faith Evangelical Free Church, 2624 N. Boyer.
Hope Market Cafe: Mamaloose (acoustic) Music, 620 Wellington Place (next to post office) in Hope. Info: 1-208-264-0178.
MEETINGS
Alcoholics Anonymous: 10:30 a.m., Sandpoint Senior Center, 820 Main St., open, non-smoking.
New Start weight loss group: 1 p.m., Sandpoint Teen Center, corner of Division and Pine.
Narcotics Anonymous: A Couple of Addicts, 6 p.m., Methodist Church basement, 711 Main St.
Living Sober: 7 p.m., Gardenia Center (closed, nonsmoking). Info: 1-800-326-2164.
MONDAY, Jan. 1
NEW ACTIVITIES
Lifetree Cafe: conversations about life and faith, noon, Selkirk Association of Realtors building, 325 Marion Ave., Sandpoint. Info.: Stan, 208-304-6465 or stan@followcommunity.org.
Blues jam: Open mic, 8 p.m., Eichardt’s Pub, 212 Cedar.
Community soup kitchen: 4-7 p.m., Hoot Owl Cafe. All welcome, no charge.
ACTIVITIES
KFRY Morning Show: 8-9 a.m., with Suzy Prez and Chris Bessler, 88.5 FM.
Monday Sewing Group: 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Bonner County Extension Office, 4205 N. Boyer.
Sandpoint Senior Center lunch: 11:30 a.m., includes salad bar; Sandpoint Senior Center, 820 Main St. Cost $4 for folks 60-plus, $7.50 for those under 60. Menus online at sandpointareaseniors.org. For first-time visit, call 1-208-263-6860 to reserve a space.
Sandpoint Teen Center: 2:30-4:30, ACYC Center, corner Pine and Division.
Community meal: Free hot meal, 4-6 p.m., Sandpoint Assembly of God Church, 423 N. Lincoln St., Sandpoint.
Community soup kitchen: 4-7 p.m., Hoot Owl Cafe.
Fitness class: 5:30 p.m., Hope Community Center. Info.: Mike Ehredt, 1-208-360-9647 or dreemer61@yahoo.com
Sandpoint Jr. Rifle Club: 6 p.m., Leo Hadley Range, 1114 Lake St. Open to anyone 11 years old and above. Instructors teach Olympic-style shooting with .22 rifles and three positions (prone, kneeling, standing). Gear provided; you supply ammunition.
Silent meditation: 1/2 hour, 7-7:30 p.m., Gardenia Center.
MEETINGS
Alcoholics Anonymous: 7 a.m., open meeting, Gardenia Center.; noon, Big Book meeting, Gardenia Center; 5:30 p.m. Men’s meeting, Big Book study, SDA Teen Center, Pine and Division; 6 p.m., First Lutheran Church, 526 Olive Ave; 7 p.m., closed meeting, Hope Community Center; 7 p.m., Get the Spirit open meeting (nonsmoking), VFW Hall, Highway 41 in Spirit Lake. Info: 1-800-326-2164.
Our A.A. Legacy to the Faith Community: A 12-step program to spiritual, emotional and physical renewal; open meeting, 7 a.m., St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Ontario and Lincoln.
TOPS ID 0208: weigh-in 9-9:25 a.m., 9:30-10:30 meeting; Gardenia Center, 400 Church St. TOPS’ mission is to support people as they take and keep off pounds sensibly. Info.:1-208-263-2528
Life Choices Pregnancy Center: noon to 4 p.m., 502 N. Second Ave., main floor. Free pregnancy testing, obstetrical ultrasounds, option coaching and baby needs. Also, free parenting and Life Skills classes. Free and confidential. Information: 208-263-7621
Sexaholics Anonymous: A 12-step program of recovery, noon meeting. Info: toll-free (866) 291-0914 or email sasandpoint@yahoo.com.
Al-Anon: 6 p.m., First Presbyterian Church, 417 N. 4th St. Happy Solutions group open to anyone concerned about or affected by someone else’s drinking. Use door on Alder Street. Info: 1-208-263-9543.
Stepping Into Freedom: A Christ-centered 12-step program, open session, Sandpoint Assembly of God Church, 6 p.m.
Overeaters Anonymous: 6:30 p.m., Boundary Community Hospital, 6640 Kaniksu St., Bonners Ferry. Emergency entrance to LL conference room. No dues, fees, weigh-ins or diets. Info.: 1-208-290-8172?Survivors of Suicide Support Group: 7-8 p.m., 608 S. Division Ave. Info.:1-208-265-5049
Narcotics Anonymous: A Vision of Hope, 7:15 p.m., First Lutheran Church, 526 Olive. Enter through back door.