West Bonner County Lines - April 24, 2024

Robb to perform at Create on Saturday

International acoustic guitarist Terry Robb is returning to Create in Newport this weekend.

Robb, who has won reknown and legions of fans with his rapid finger picking style in everything from blues, ragtime and slide, will be performing Saturday, April 27, at 6 p.m. 

He has produced 15 albums, is a sought-after teacher, touring in the U.S., Canada, and Europe. He shared the stage with B.B. King, Joe Crocker, David Crosby, Leo Kottek and more. His TV appearances profile American roots and blues music. His music has been included in shows and films such as "Game of Thrones," and "The Horse Whisperer.” 

The concert is $14 in advance and $17 at the door. Students are free.

In addition, Robb will be conducting a finger-style guitar workshop Sunday April 28, from 1 to 2:30 p.m. The workshop is open to players of all levels. 

Blues, ragtime, and slide guitar will be taught. Individualized instruction and a curriculum will be provided. The workshop is $45, or with a concert ticket, $40.

Preregistration is required.

To register and for tickets, go online to createarts.org; or stop by Create, 900 W. Fourth St. Newport. 

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Library hosting garden stone classes

Just in time for dressing up your spring garden, West Bonner Library is holding a do-it-yourself mosaic garden stone class at the Priest River and Blanchard libraries.

The class will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 27, in Priest River; and at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 4, in Blanchard. 

Using simple materials and mortar, participants will create their own one-of-a-kind garden art.

All materials will be provided, and there is no cost for the class. Open to ages 14 years and older.

Space will be limited, contact the library to sign up. For information, call 208-448-2207

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Aeronautics Day event set for May 13

The 2024 Aeronautics Day event has been delayed to May 13 at Priest River Elementary.

The event welcomes SpaceX astronaut Dr. Thomas Marshburn.

The community is invited to come watch the school's NACA Aerospace team perform its 32nd anniversary rocket launch and cheer on the team as they perform their rocket and drone-flying duties.

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Spirit Lake Historical Society officials want the community to know the Idaho State Historical Society needs input to help update the Idaho Historic Preservation Plan. The plan was last updated eight years ago.

The plan outlines the state's historic preservation priorities and goals. With a diverse community of individuals, organizations, governmental agencies and area Tribes making up Idaho’s historic preservation community, it is necessary to have a common framework for efforts, state officials said.

The Idaho SHPO is holding public open houses to seek input on the update to the state's historic preservation plan. In North Idaho, an open house will be held in Coeur d'Alene on Tuesday, April 30, in the Gozzer Room of the Coeur d’Alene Public Library, 702 E. Front Ave. The open house will be held from 5 to 6:30 p.m.

The public is also invited to participate in the plan by taking the survey online at bit.ly/3UoNTz2.

Information: history.idaho.gov