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May 2012

  • May 14-20 | Spokane Navy Week

     Spokane is one of 15 selected cities where America’s Navy will “come home” in 2012, giving area residents an opportunity to meet Sailors and learn about the Navy’s capabilities and relevance to national security.

    The U.S. Navy conducts Navy Weeks across the country to show Americans the return they receive for their substantial investment in America’s Navy. 

    Spokane Navy Week 2012 will include “Leap Frogs,” The Navy Parachute Team; Navy Band musical performances; Admirals and other senior Navy leaders; who will engage with local corporate, civic, government and education leaders; Navy simulator and other interactive displays; visits to area schools; community service projects and events with local sports franchises; visits with local veterans; and more.

    Lt. Chika Onyekanne:  (901) 874-7029

    Chika.Onyekanne@navyweek.org

    http://www.navyweek.org/spokane2012/index.html

  • May 17-20 | Lost in the '50s

    Annual retro celebration in Sandpoint includes a downtown classic car parade and show, rock 'n' roll concerts at the fairgrounds, and more. Lostinthe50s.org. 208-265-LOST 

  • May 19 | Dog d'Alene

    As always, there is FREE Admission to Dog d'Alene for Dogs & their Humans! 

     
    New Contests, New Events!
     
    And don't forget the most fun to be had on four feet - The Dog d'Alene Doxie Dash! 
     
    Downtown Coeur d'Alene

  • May 24 | Creedence Clearwater Revisited

    Coeur d'Alene Casino Concert Series
    general admission $40, reserved $50

    1-800-523-2464 

  • May 25-26 | Coeur d'Alene Songwriter's Festival

     Broadcast Music, Inc. (BMI) is partnering with KXLY Radio Group, Idavend Broadcasting, Inland Northwest Broadcasting and the Coeur d'Alene Resort to present The Coeur d'Alene Songwriters Festival—two days of music and stories by some of the most successful country songwriters of all time. Songwriter's Festival

  • May 25-June 17 | How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying

    Lake City Playhouse, 1320 East Garden Avenue, Coeur d'Alene (208)667-1323 LakeCityPlayhouse.org
     

  • May 25-26 | Plant & Yard Sale

    Blanchard Community Center 

  • May 26 | 2nd Annual 5K MUTT STRUTT

     Sponsored by "Pawsitive Works" a non-profit organization

    $10 for dog/human team, $20 for family. 610-9062 or  www.pawsitiveworks.com

    Enjoy a 5k fun run/walk with your favorite pooch.  Start at the Bonners Ferry fairgrounds and travel along the scenic Kootenai River.  Water for dogs and people available along the course.  Prizes and raffles.  Pick up applications ahead at the Groove Studio on Main St. downtown Bonners Ferry or on our website.

  • May 26 | Route of the Hiawatha Opens

     The Route of the Hiawatha mountain bicycle trail, the “crown jewel” of rail-to-trail bicycle adventures, is projected to open for the Memorial Day weekend.

  • May 28-29 | Dog Show

     Kootenai County Fairgrounds. 7:30am-7pm. Coeur d'Alene Dog Fanciers - www.cdadogfanciers.org

     
    end time approximate and subject to change

June 2012

  • June 1-3 | Historic Wallace Annual Downtown Street Fair

  • June 2 | CHaFE 150 Bike Ride

    A one-day 80-mile or 150-mile bike ride

    www.TriSandpoint.org

  • June 2-3 | Rock & Gem Show

     Kootenai County Fairgrounds. 9am-5pm. North Idaho Mineral Club - 208/773-5384 - www.northidahomineralclub.com

     
    Times shown approximate and subject to revision.

  • June 10 | Radient Lake Triathlon

    9:00 am start. 1/2 mile swim, 14.4 mile bike and a 3.1 mile run. Bike course is flat to slightly rolling. The run course is mostly flat. Water temp expected to be about 60 degrees on race day. 

     
    Visit www.radiantlaketriathlon.com for more information.
     

  • Jun 13 | Five Minutes of Fame

     AN OPEN MIC ON THE THIRD WEDNESDAY OF EVERY MONTH. ORIGINAL MATERIAL ONLY, PLEASE

    6:30 PM at CAFÉ BODEGA, FOSTER’S  CROSSING
    504 OAK STREET, Sandpoint
     
    COME AT 6 PM FOR DINNER

  • June 14-23 | Hello, Dolly!

     Starring Ellen Travolta and Jack Bannon.

    The Schuler Auditorium Performing Arts Center on the campus of North Idaho College. Phone: (208) 769-7780

    880 W. Garden Avenue, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814

  • June 15-16 | Car d'Alene

     Downtown Coeur d'Alene. A Classic Car Weekend for 1975 or Pre'75 Cars & Trucks. Friday night cruise, Saturday show and shine.

  • June 15-16 | Treasure Hunt

     Kootenai County Fairgrounds. 9am-4pm. Northwest Treasure Hunters Club - 208/772-4794

  • June 16 | 2nd Annual Summer's Here Brewfest

     Kootenai County Fairgrounds. $10 for pint glass and 5 pours. 2-8pm 

    http://www.facebook.com/CdABrewfest

  • Jun 17 | Father's Day at the Grange

    6 PM: Father's Day - Cake Auction/ Ice Cream Social/ Children's Cake Walk.

    Blanchard Grange, 36 Mason Ave

  • June 21 | Summer Sampler

    Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce hosts the Summer Sampler at Farmin Park. Taste fine cuisine from area restaurants, plus enjoy cook-offs and live music. SandpointChamber.org. 800-800-2106

  • June 22-23 | 48th Annual Idaho State Square & Round Dance Festival

     Post Falls High School, 2832 E. Poleline Ave., Post Falls, ID 83854

    www.Idaho2012Festival.org
    www.coeurlyqsquaredanceclub.com

  • June 22 | Art Walk

    Pend Oreille Art Council sponsors 26th annual revolving art exhibit starting with opening receptions at 20 or so downtown galleries; art exhibits remain on display through September. ArtinSandpoint.org. 208-263-6139

  • June 22 | Olivia Brownlee Folk Concert

    The Jacklin Arts and Cultural Center, 405 North William Street, Post Falls

    (208) 457-8950 or www.thejacklincenter.org 

  • June 24 | Ironman Coeur d'Alene

    7:00 am start. 2.4 mile swim will be a 2-loop rectangle entering and exiting Lake Coeur d’Alene (lake temperature is approximately 67°) from the city beach. The 112 mile bike leg will go through downtown, along Cd’A Lake Drive then through Hayden and finish back at the Cd’A city park. The 26.2 mile run runs along Lake Cd’A and through the North Idaho College campus. Ironman Coeur d'Alene serves as one of the worldwide qualifying events for the 2012 Ironman World Championship in Kona, HI.

  • June 25 | Trails Thru Dance on the way to 61st National Square dance in Spokane:

     Harding Family Center

    Pre-Rounds @ 7:30 PM
    Mainstream 8:00 - 10:00 PM
     
    Callers: Adam christman, Rick Hampton, Jim Hattrick
    Cueing: Jim Hattrick
     
    Hearing Enhancement Available
    www.coeurlyqsquaredanceclub.com
     

  • June 30 | Air Force Band Concert

    Stoneridge Resort, Blanchard

  • June 30 | Schweitzer Summer Celebration

    Summer season opener with free chairlift rides, family activities and wine tasting. Schweitzer.com. 208-263-9555

July 2012

  • July 4 | Harrison Idaho Fireworks

    View the fireworks from the downtown area or from your boats. Display will be over the lake. Live music provided in the park in the afternoon. The event sponsored by the Harrison Chamber of Commerce & the City of Harrison. Contact person- Lakeview Lodge, Paul Hoskinson, President of the Chamber of Commerce at 208-689-9789.  

  • July 5-15 | Ring of Fire

    Coeur d'Alene Summer Theater. The Schuler Auditorium Performing Arts Center on the campus of North Idaho College. Phone: (208) 769-7780

    880 W. Garden Avenue, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814

     

  • July 6-8 | Bead Stampede

    Kootenai County Fairgrounds. Zizzyzaza Bead & Embellishment - www.zizbead.com

     

  • July 12 | Festival at Sandpoint Art Unveiling

     Fine art poster for the festival unveiled at Dover Bay. FestivalatSandpoint.com. 208-265-4554 

  • July 13 | Eric Moe Brass Quintet

    The Jacklin Arts and Cultural Center, 405 North William Street, Post Falls

    (208) 457-8950 or www.thejacklincenter.org 

  • July 13-15 | Sandpoint Wooden Boat Festival

    Classic wooden boats, water-themed activities, contests and more along Sand Creek; sponsored by Inland Empire Antique & Classic Boat Society and DSBA. WoodBoatFestival.com. 208-255-1876

  • Jul 14 | "Mojo" Concert & Ice Cream Social

    Blanchard Community Center, 685 Rusho. 6pm 

  • July 14 | Historic Wallace Blues Festival

     Cedar Street will be blocked off from 7th to 6th Avenues, and a Main Stage will be erected featuring local and regional blues bands all day long starting at 11:30AM. Main Stage Acts to appear include: Curtis Salgado, Nick Vigarino, Too Slim & The Taildraggers, The Pat Coast Band , The Fat Tones, and Hoodoo Udo .

  • July 18 | Five Minutes of Fame

     AN OPEN MIC ON THE THIRD WEDNESDAY OF EVERY MONTH. ORIGINAL MATERIAL ONLY, PLEASE

    6:30 PM at CAFÉ BODEGA, FOSTER’S  CROSSING
    504 OAK STREET, Sandpoint
     
    COME AT 6 PM FOR DINNER

  • July 20-22 | Rathdrum Days

    Friday night is the Car Cruise and Main St. Dance, along with beer garden. Kicking off Sat. you'll find the traditional downtown parade. You can tour the old jail also. Then on to the Wiener Dog races and Lawnmower races. At the high school you will find a basketball tournament, Big wheel races, food vendors, art and craft vendors, games, rides, entertainment and so much more. Sunday the vendors and entertainment will continue at the high school. For information and entry forms, contact the Rathdrum Area Chamber of Commerce at 208-687-2866 or Crystal at crystal@rathdrumchamber.com.

  • July 21 | Mountain Music Festival

    Outdoor concerts on the mountain, plus family activities, at Schweitzer Mountain Resort. Schweitzer.com. 208-263-9555

  • July 21 | Muddy Miles

     Getting out for some summer fun couldn’t be muddier. The Muddy Miles track starts center stage at the Kootenai Fairgrounds Arena.

    Your team will head out through the mucky start, learning to get your footing – whoa, don’t slip!
    Through the laughter and rival team bantering, you’ll exit the arena for a loop to the first of several obstacles. Each loop will challenge you and your team to work together to overcome the tire trap, the haymaker, the wailing wall (to mention a few). The music will be turned up, and the spectators aren’t just watching – they’re watching who to hit with water balloons!
    The course will be as daunting as you want it to be. Each obstacle will be tiered for your fitness level – Extreme Muddy Buddy ; Runner Amok ; Puddle Jumper. The important part isn’t beating yourself up, its getting out and challenging yourself with a healthy family activity for everyone. During the race, expect the watery mists to cool you, the music to excite you, and your team or family members to both laugh at you as well as need your help through the obstacles.
    Course: approximately 2 miles
    Obstacles: Mudraker, Tire Trap, Picnic Surprise, Haymaker
    Visit www.muddymiles.com

  • July 26-Aug 5 | Monty Python's Spamalot

    Coeur d'alene Summer Theater.  Starring Ellen Travolta and Jack Bannon.

     

    The Schuler Auditorium Performing Arts Center on the campus of North Idaho College. Phone: (208) 769-7780

    880 W. Garden Avenue, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814

     

     

  • July 28 | Crazy Days

    Downtown merchants offer big deals in annual sidewalk sale. Sponsored by Downtown Sandpoint Business Association. DowntownSandpoint.com. 208-255-1876

  • July 28 | Fire District program/ Chili Cook Off

     Blanchard Community Center, 685 Rusho. 2:00 pm

  • July 29 | Race the River Triathlon

    7:00 am start at Riverstone in Coeur d'Alene. This sprint distance event features a ½ mile swim with the river’s current, a 11 mile (approx.) flat bike course and a beautiful 3.1 mile run. 

August 2012

  • Aug 1 | Nocturnal Animals

    7:00 PM Idaho Fish & Game program: Nocturnal Animals with Beth Paragamian. Blanchard Community Center, 685 Rusho. 

  • Aug 2-12 | Festival at Sandpoint

    Sit under the stars and enjoy the annual Festival at Sandpoint, an internationally renowned outdoor concert series on the lawn at Memorial Field. FestivalatSandpoint.com. 208-265-4554

  • Aug 3 | Chuck Pyle Cowboy Guitartist

    The Jacklin Arts and Cultural Center, 405 North William Street, Post Falls

    (208) 457-8950 or www.thejacklincenter.org 

  • Aug 4 | Long Bridge Swim

    Hundreds of swimmers compete in a 1.76-mile swim across Lake Pend Oreille during this 18th annual event. www.LongBridgeSwim.com for details. 208-265-5412

  • Aug 4 | Long Bridge Swim

     1.76-mile, open-water swim across Lake Pend Oreille

    www.TriSandpoint.org

  • Aug 5 | Schweitzer Huckleberry Festival

    Celebration in honor of the native huckleberry includes activities, food and more. Schweitzer.com. 208-263-9555

  • Aug 11-12 | Arts & Crafts Fair

    Pend Oreille Art Council's annual juried art exhibit at Sandpoint City Beach, with artists’ booths, kids' activities and more. ArtinSandpoint.org. 208-263-6139

  • Aug 11 | Wings Over Sandpoint Fly-In

    Regional pilots fly into Sandpoint Airport or into Dover Bay, for seaplanes, and hold a breakfast and aircraft display. Sponsored by the Sandpoint EAA Chapter 1441. 208-255-9954

  • Aug 15 | Five Minutes of Fame

     AN OPEN MIC ON THE THIRD WEDNESDAY OF EVERY MONTH. ORIGINAL MATERIAL ONLY, PLEASE

    6:30 PM at CAFÉ BODEGA, FOSTER’S  CROSSING
    504 OAK STREET, Sandpoint
     
    COME AT 6 PM FOR DINNER

  • Aug 16-26 | Ragtime - The Musical

    Coeur d'Alene Summer Theater. The Schuler Auditorium Performing Arts Center on the campus of North Idaho College. Phone: (208) 769-7780

    880 W. Garden Avenue, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814

     

     

  • Aug 17-18 | A Night In the 40's Big Band Dance

     A Night in the 40's Big Band Dance and USO Show August 17 & 18th at the Coeur d'Alene Airport. FREE ADMISSION & PARKING! A silent auction will be held. All proceeds and donations will go to Wounded Warriors and Toys for Tots. Visit www.heritagewings.com

  • Aug 17-18, 21-25 | Bonner County Fair & Rodeo

    Annual rodeo takes place Aug. 17-18, followed by the annual Bonner County Fair Aug. 21-25 at the Bonner County Fairgrounds. A Demolition Derby finishes up the fun Aug. 25. 208-263-8414

  • Aug 18-19 | 27th Annual Wooden Boat Show

    One of Coeur d'Alene's most popular summer events, The Coeur d'Alene Wooden Boat Show, at the Coeur d'Alene Resort Boardwalk features a spotlight on wooden and classic  boats. This event is free to the public.

    Event Location
    The Coeur d'Alene Resort Boardwalk -the world's longest on pristine Lake Coeur d'Alene

    Date/Time Information
    Saturday, August 18
    10:00am - 5:00pm
    Sunday, August 19
    10:00am - 3:00pm 
    Contact InformationDiane 208-292-1635

    send an email 

  • Aug 18 | Heritage Wings Over Lake Coeur d'Alene

    Pappy Boyington Field 5th Anniversary Celebration! Come see airplanes, cars, boats, trucks, motorcycles, displays and more! Visit www.heritagewings.com

  • Aug 22-26 | North Idaho Fair and Rodeo

    Filling every corner of the spacious Kootenai County Fairgrounds located on the corner of Government Way and Kathleen in Coeur d'Alene, the North Idaho Fair is home to hours of family fun and entertainment.
    Live music, carnival rides and games, delicious food from the best Coeur d'Alene and North Idaho vendors, arts and crafts, livestock, contests and community exhibits and so much more!

  • Aug 25 | Old Timer's Day

    Blanchard Grange, 36 Mason Ave. 

     

September 2012

  • Sept 1-2 | Coaster Classic Car Show

    Silverwood Theme Park, 30 miles south of Sandpoint on Highway 95, hosts one of the largest classic car shows in the region. SilverwoodThemePark.com. 208-683-3400

  • Sept 1-2 | Fall Fest

    Schweitzer's annual outdoor music festival, with live performances, discounted chairlift rides, kids' activities and microbrews. Schweitzer.com. 208-263-9555

  • Sept 7-9 | Harvest Party

    Pend d'Oreille Winery's annual event with family-friendly activities, food sampling, wine tasting and live music. POWine.com. 208-265-8545

  • Sept 8-9 | CLASSIC GLASS BOAT & MOTOR CYCLE SHOW ,HAUL ASS TO HARRISON CAR SHOW & SHINE & CHILI COOK OFF

     A 2 DAY EVENT -  September 8 & 9

    Classic Glass Boat & Motorcycle Show---September 8 -10AM – 4PM
                   Awards in multiple categories. Come join in the fun. 
                   haul Ass to Harrison Car Show & Shine & Chili Cook Off-- September 9 –9AM -3PM   
                   Enjoy the unique & beautifully restored cars. Enter your favorite chili recipe in the cook off
    The events will be in downtown Harrison and the docks .The event sponsored by the Harrison Chamber of Commerce & City of Harrison. Contact Lakeview Lodge- Paul Hoskinson President of Chamber of Commerce, 208-689-9789 for info & registration. 

  • Sept 8 | Ferret Show

     Kootenai County Fairgrounds. inwfa.org

  • Sept 14-Oct 14 | OKLAHOMA!

     Lake City Playhouse, Coeur d'Alene.

    208-667-1323 www.lakecityplayhouse.org

  • Sept 15 | Idaho River History

    9/15:   7:00 PM Author Cort Conley program on “Idaho River History”

    Blanchard Community Center, 685 Rusho. 

  • Sept 16 | Scenic Half

    Presented by the Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce, this fourth annual event features a half marathon, plus 10k and 5k fun runs. Proceeds benefit the Bonner Community Food Bank. ScenicHalf.com. 208-263-0887

  • Sept 16 | The Scenic Half

     13-mile half-marathon run

    www.TriSandpoint.org

  • Sept 17-22 | WeCanId Ride

    Tour two states and one province on the fourth annual 340-mile/550-kilometer WaCanId Ride, presented by the International Selkirk Loop and Rotary International. WaCanId.org. 888-823-2626

  • Sept 19 | Five Minutes of Fame

    AN OPEN MIC ON THE THIRD WEDNESDAY OF EVERY MONTH. ORIGINAL MATERIAL ONLY, PLEASE
    6:30 PM at CAFÉ BODEGA, FOSTER’S  CROSSING
    504 OAK STREET, Sandpoint
     

    COME AT 6 PM FOR DINNER 

  • Sept 20-23 | Idaho Draft Horse and Mule International

    The Northwest's largest draft horse and mule expo at the Bonner County Fairgrounds. IdahoDraftHorseShow.com. 208-263-8414 

  • Sept 29 | Annual Sportsman’s Dinner and Silent Auction

    Blanchard Community Center, 685 Rusho. 5-8 PM Annual Sportsman’s Dinner and Silent Auction

     

October 2012

  • Oct 6 | OCTOBERFEST

     1:00PM-7:00PM in downtown city park in Harrison

    Festivities include food, micro-brews, home-brews ,souvenir glasses, live music & activities for children.  Contact Lakeview Lodge- Paul Hoskinson, President Chamber of commerce, 208-689-9789
    The event sponsored by Harrison Chamber of Commerce & the City of Harrison. WWW.harrisonidaho.org

  • Oct 13 | Harvest Fest

    The Sandpoint Farmers Market closes out the season with entertainment, food booths, arts and crafts, and displays at Farmin Park. SandpointFarmersMarket.com. 208-597-3355

  • Oct 17 | Five Minutes of Fame

     AN OPEN MIC ON THE THIRD WEDNESDAY OF EVERY MONTH. ORIGINAL MATERIAL ONLY, PLEASE

    6:30 PM at CAFÉ BODEGA, FOSTER’S  CROSSING
    504 OAK STREET, Sandpoint
     
    COME AT 6 PM FOR DINNER

  • Oct 20 | Doll & Teddy Bear Tea and Auction

    11am - Annual Event. Blanchard Community center 

November 2012

  • Nov 3-4 | Holiday Bazaar

    Blanchard Community center. 11/3: 9am-4pm, 11/4: 11am-4pm 

  • Nov 3 | Winter Swap

     Kootenai County Fairgrounds. winterswap.org

  • Nov 14 | Five Minutes of Fame

     AN OPEN MIC ON THE THIRD WEDNESDAY OF EVERY MONTH. ORIGINAL MATERIAL ONLY, PLEASE

    6:30 PM at CAFÉ BODEGA, FOSTER’S  CROSSING
    504 OAK STREET, Sandpoint
     
    COME AT 6 PM FOR DINNER

  • Nov 16-Dec 16 | Little Drummer Boy

     Lake City Playhouse, Coeur d'Alene

    208-667-1323 www.lakecityplayhouse.org

  • Nov 17-21,23-25 | K&K Thanksgiving Fishing Derby

    Lake Pend Oreille Idaho Club's annual fall fishing contest (exact dates yet to be determined). Visit LPOIC.org for more information. 208-448-1365

December 2012

  • Dec 2 | Annual Christmas Party

    Blanchard Community Center. 1-4 PM Annual Christmas Party / Santa/ photos/ free chili and refreshments 

  • Dec 19 | Five Minutes of Fame

     AN OPEN MIC ON THE THIRD WEDNESDAY OF EVERY MONTH. ORIGINAL MATERIAL ONLY, PLEASE

    6:30 PM at CAFÉ BODEGA, FOSTER’S  CROSSING
    504 OAK STREET, Sandpoint
     
    COME AT 6 PM FOR DINNER

January 2013

  • Jan 4-20 | Over The River And Through The Woods

    Lake City Playhouse, Coeur d'Alene

    www.lakecityplayhouse.org 

  • Jan 17 | Five Minutes of Fame

     AN OPEN MIC ON THE THIRD WEDNESDAY OF EVERY MONTH. ORIGINAL MATERIAL ONLY, PLEASE

    6:30 PM at CAFÉ BODEGA, FOSTER’S  CROSSING
    504 OAK STREET, Sandpoint
     
    COME AT 6 PM FOR DINNER

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