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THURSDAY, Nov. 16

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

Olivia the Pig: Family reading event, 4:30 p.m., Kootenai Elementary, 301 Sprague St., Kootenai. Info.: Suzanne Davis, 208-263-6930, ext. 1211 or via email at suzanne@bonnerlibrary.org

“Murder on the Orient Express”: all-star cast in new take on classic Agatha Christie tale, 7:30 p.m., Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave. 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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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, Nov. 17

NEW ACTIVITIES

“Let’s Clear The Air”: climate change conversation, 5:30 p.m., Sandpoint Community Hall. Conservatives, progressives, everyone is invited to discuss the issues. Join Idaho Rep. Sage Dixon, R-Ponderay; Bonner County Commissioner Glen Bailey, Idaho Forest Group, and climate experts for a presentation and conversation about ways to reduce carbon emissions while strengthening the local economy and saving the area’s farms, fish, and forests. Learn more at letscleartheairsandpoint.org, and bring a date from across the aisle.

“Murder on the Orient Express”: all-star cast in new take on classic Agatha Christie tale, 5:30 p.m., Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave. Info.: panida.org

Turkey Bingo: Toys for Tots fundraiser, 6-8 p.m., Bonner Mall; sponsored by Bonner Mall merchants.

Little Black Dress Fundraiser: 5:30-8:30 p.m., Ivano’s Ristorante, 102 S. First Ave. Event benefits Bonner Homeless Transitions. No tickets required.

“Walden: The Ballad of Thoreau”: Unknown Local production in partnership with the Pend Oreille Arts Council; 7 p.m., Heartwood Center, 615 Oak St. Tickets available at POAC office, 302 N. First; Eve’s Leaves, Eichardt’s and Winter Ridge; or online at artinsandpoint.org. Info.: 208-263-6139

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, Nov. 18

NEW ACTIVITIES

LPOIC Fall Thanksgiving Challenge Derby: runs Nov. 18-26, with a break on Thanksgiving Day. Info.: lpoic.org

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

Holiday Gift and Craft Fair: holiday event, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., New Song Bible Church, 470250 Highway 95, Sagle. Items include arts, crafts, gifts and more as well as kits to make your own. Info.: 208-263-9956

Christmas Fair: arts, crafts, and more for sale at annual holiday event; 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Bonner County Fairgrounds, 4203 N. Boyer Road. Info.: bonnercountyfair.com

Olivia the Pig: Family reading event, 11 a.m., Clark Fork Library, 601 Main St., Clark Fork. Info.: Suzanne Davis, 208-263-6930, ext. 1211 or via email at suzanne@bonnerlibrary.org

Empty Bowl Fundraiser: benefit for Bonner Community Food Bank, 4-8 p.m., Columbia Bank building, 414 Church St. Tickets $20 per person.

Panida’s 90th birthday celebration: 6 p.m., art show and reception, Panida Little Theater, 302 N. First Ave.; 7 p.m., music, theater, dancing and more, Panida, 300 N. First Ave. General admission $25. Ticket’s at Eve’s Leaves, at the door and online at panida.org.

“Walden: The Ballad of Thoreau”: Unknown Local production in partnership with the Pend Oreille Arts Council; 7 p.m., Heartwood Center, 615 Oak St. Tickets available at POAC office, 302 N. First; Eve’s Leaves, Eichardt’s and Winter Ridge; or online at artinsandpoint.org. Info.: 208-263-6139

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, Nov. 19

NEW ACTIVITIES

LPOIC Fall Thanksgiving Challenge Derby: runs Nov. 18-26, with a break on Thanksgiving Day. Info.: lpoic.org

Christmas Fair: arts, crafts, and more for sale at annual holiday event; 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Bonner County Fairgrounds, 4203 N. Boyer Road. Info.: bonnercountyfair.com

“Murder on the Orient Express”: all-star cast in new take on classic Agatha Christie tale, 3:30 p.m., Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave. Info.: panida.org

Fall Serenade: Music Conservatory of Sandpoint concert; 6 p.m., reception; 7 p.m., concert begins; Heartwood Center, 615 Oak St. Proceeds benefit MCS scholarship fund. Tickets, $20 adults, $5 MCS students and faculty; available at MCS or at the door. Info.: sandpointconservatory.org or 208-265-4444

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, Nov. 20

NEW ACTIVITIES

LPOIC Fall Thanksgiving Challenge Derby: runs Nov. 18-26, with a break on Thanksgiving Day. Info.: lpoic.org

Lifetree Cafe: conversations about life and faith, noon, Tango Cafe, 414 Church St., , 509 N. Fifth 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.

“Murder on the Orient Express”: all-star cast in new take on classic Agatha Christie tale, 7:30 p.m., Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave. Info.: panida.org

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, Nov. 21

NEW ACTIVITIES

LPOIC Fall Thanksgiving Challenge Derby: runs Nov. 18-26, with a break on Thanksgiving Day. Info.: lpoic.org

“Murder on the Orient Express”: all-star cast in new take on classic Agatha Christie tale, 7:30 p.m., Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave. Info.: panida.org

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, Nov. 22

NEW ACTIVITIES

LPOIC Fall Thanksgiving Challenge Derby: runs Nov. 18-26, with a break on Thanksgiving Day. Info.: lpoic.org

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

“Murder on the Orient Express”: all-star cast in new take on classic Agatha Christie tale, 7:30 p.m., Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave. 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

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.

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.

Bingo hour: 2-3 p.m., Alpine Vista Senior Apartments, 1705 Pine St. All welcome. Info.: 1-208-265-4446

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

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, Nov. 23

NEW ACTIVITIES

LPOIC Fall Thanksgiving Challenge Derby: No fishing today. Info.: lpoic.org

Turkey Trot: annual fun run and food drive, 9 a.m., Travers Park, 1202 W. Pine St., Sandpoint. Low-key event features a 5K, 10K or whatever distance you want to run or walk (no bikes); free with nonperishable doantion to the foodbank. Info.: 208-263-3613

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

“Murder on the Orient Express”: all-star cast in new take on classic Agatha Christie tale, 7:30 p.m., Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave. 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.

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

Dover City Council: 6 p.m., Dover City Hall.

Edgemere Grange: 7:30 p.m., grange hall.

FRIDAY, Nov. 24

NEW ACTIVITIES

LPOIC Fall Thanksgiving Challenge Derby: runs Nov. 18-26, with a break on Thanksgiving Day. Info.: lpoic.org

“Murder on the Orient Express”: all-star cast in new take on classic Agatha Christie tale; two showings, 1:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m., Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave. Info.: panida.org

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.

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

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, Nov. 25

NEW ACTIVITIES

LPOIC Fall Thanksgiving Challenge Derby: runs Nov. 18-26, with a break on Thanksgiving Day. Info.: lpoic.org

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, Nov. 26

NEW ACTIVITIES

LPOIC Fall Thanksgiving Challenge Derby: runs Nov. 18-26, with a break on Thanksgiving Day. Info.: lpoic.org

“Murder on the Orient Express”: all-star cast in new take on classic Agatha Christie tale, 3:30 p.m., Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave. 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, Nov. 27

NEW ACTIVITIES

Lifetree Cafe: conversations about life and faith, noon, Tango Cafe, 414 Church St., , 509 N. Fifth 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.

NEW ACTIVITIES

“Murder on the Orient Express”: all-star cast in new take on classic Agatha Christie tale, 7:30 p.m., Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave. Info.: panida.org

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.

TUESDAY, Nov. 28

NEW ACTIVITIES

NEW ACTIVITIES

“Murder on the Orient Express”: all-star cast in new take on classic Agatha Christie tale, 7:30 p.m., Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave. Info.: panida.org

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, Nov. 29

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

NEW ACTIVITIES

“Murder on the Orient Express”: all-star cast in new take on classic Agatha Christie tale, 7:30 p.m., Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave. 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

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.

THURSDAY, Nov. 30

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

NEW ACTIVITIES

“Murder on the Orient Express”: all-star cast in new take on classic Agatha Christie tale, 7:30 p.m., Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave. 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.

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.

FRIDAY, Dec. 1

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.

SATURDAY, Dec. 2

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.

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. 3

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. 4

NEW ACTIVITIES

Lifetree Cafe: conversations about life and faith, noon, Tango Cafe, 414 Church St., , 509 N. Fifth 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.