Sandpoint Teen Center eyes new location

By Reader Staff

The Sandpoint Teen Center is currently working on moving to a new location slated to open in fall 2023. The center is seeking volunteers and donations to help renovate the building to be ready for opening.

The new location is located at 1323 Michigan St. at the intersection with Division Avenue across from Sandpoint High School.

“We are working hard to renovate the facility to serve our area middle and high school students when school is out of session each weekday afternoon,” the center wrote in a press release. “The need for this facility is tremendous, as Sandpoint lacks any type of facility where teens can congregate after school in an environment where they receive meals, mentorship and movement through activities. Teen mentoring through the relationships our staff and volunteers build with our teens is important because studies say that it takes just one important relationship in a teen’s life to decrease their risk of suicide, addiction and school drop out.”

The Sandpoint Teen Center, which provides a safe and fun environment for Bonner County teens every day after school, announced an opportunity with the new building owner where volunteers provide much-needed renovations in exchange for reduced rent for five years.

The fundraising goal has been set at $100,000 for the necessary renovations in order for the facility to be ready to open in the fall.

“We are also tapping into our amazing network of local builders, electricians, plumbers and painters to help us complete the project,” the center stated.

Those interested in donating or reducing the cost of building materials can emailsandpointteencenter@yahoo.com; call Board President Joan Avery at 208-

By Lyndsie Kiebert-Carey Reader Staff

Since its 2021 inception, the Sandpoint Pride Festival has only grown in scope and support, now launching into its third year as a summer staple advocating for the local LGBT+ community and its allies.

This year, the rainbow-bedecked celebration will take over the Granary Arts District on Friday, July 14 and Saturday, July 15 with various speakers, performers and dance parties planned over the twoday event.

According to organizers, the Sandpoint Pride Festival is meant to “affirm the equality and dignity of [the] LGBTQ2S community, to acknowledge and appreciate their contributions to society, and to inspire engagement with and support for the ongoing movement to secure the rights, freedom and safety of queer and trans individuals.”

“The community effort

Third annual Sandpoint Pride Festival aims to celebrate ‘Liberation for Every Body’

behind the making of the third annual Sandpoint Pride Festival is deeper than ever,” said Sandpoint Pride Chair Andrea Marcoccio. “From volunteerism and partnerships to art and performances, Friday and Saturday will be a true reflection of Sandpoint’s core values: love and kindness.”

The 2023 event theme is “Liberation for Every Body,” which is attached to a logo designed by Sandpoint artist Nellie Lutzwolf. According to organizers: “Nellie was inspired by the concept of bodily autonomy — that everybody deserves to be free from oppression and exist safely within their own bodies. The message is intended to be empowering and encourage resilience.”

2023 Sandpoint Pride Festival

Friday, July 14; 5-10 p.m.; Saturday, July 15; 2-10 p.m.; FREE. Granary Arts District, between Oak and Church streets near Sixth Avenue in Sandpoint, sandpointpride.com.

The logo, which features a sculpturesque figure of a headless human body, “is intentionally androgynous, erasing the binary,” organizers stated.

Leaning into that theme will be Friday night Pride presenters Pro-Voice Project — a local group committed to collecting and sharing stories of women’s reproductive rights. Gates will open at 5 p.m., with a keynote address from Idaho political activist and TikTok influencer @socialistlyawkward to follow at 6 p.m. Rounding out Friday night Pride will be a “secret” musical performance by “Sandpoint’s favorite look-alike duo” and a silent disco at 8:30 p.m., during which dancers will each tune into provided headphones and choose a channel to inspire their groove.

Saturday will consist of Sandpoint’s signature all-day, all-ages Pride event, featuring booths from more than 20 community organizations, a bounce house, crafts, food, beverages and more. Gates open at 2 p.m. with various speakers, music, spoken-word poetry, Pride attire contests and a drag show to follow.

For the most detailed schedule, go to sandpointpride.com.

“We will affirm the dignity of LGBTQ2S individuals, acknowledge and appreciate their role in our community, and spread joy together,” Marcoccio said.

Live Music w/ Max & Britney

6:30-9pm @ Matchwood Brewing

Based in Houston, Max and Brittney Flinn’s sound is neo-traditional country meets Texas roots

Live Music w/ Kerry Leigh

6-8pm @ MickDuff’s Beer Hall

Live Music w/ Biddadat

8pm @ Eichardt’s Pub

Neo-funk good times, featuring two Sandpoint locals. If you caught them at the Festival, you know how good this band is! Free show

Live Music w/ Bright Moments

5:30-8pm @ Arlo’s Ristorante Jazz and Italian food pair well

Live Music w/ Ian Newbill

6-9pm @ MickDuff’s Beer Hall

Rock and country

Live Music w/ The Cole Show

5:30-8pm @ Barrel 33

Live Jazz w/ Bright Moments

7-9pm @ Connie’s Lounge

First jazz performance in the Saturday night format of Connie’s

Sandpoint Farmers’ Market

9am-1pm @ Farmin Park

Produce, crafts, food and more. Performance by Bella Note

Live Music w/ Chris Paradis

6-9pm @ BlueRoom

Sandpoint Chess Club

9am @ Evans Brothers Coffee

Meets every Sunday at 9am

THURSDAY, July 13

Summer Surprise Film Series

7pm @ Panida Theater

You won’t know what film it is until it starts! Clues: It’s set in the 1960s. The Great Bambino. $5 tickets

July 13-20, 2023

Sip and Shop

4-8pm @ Pend d’Oreille Winery

A portion of sales will be donated to the Friends of the Panida

Omak Free Family Show: The Bad Guys

10am @ Sandpoint Cinemas

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Live Music w/ Doug Bond and Marty Perron

6-9pm @ BlueRoom

FriDAY, July 14

Live Music w/ Oak St. Connection

5-8pm @ Pend d’Oreille Winery

Sam and Crystal play jazz classics and rock and roll

Live Music w/ Katie Mintle and Chad Irish

7-9pm @ BlueRoom

Acclaimed folk duo from Colorado

Schweitzer’s Northwest Winefest offers wine, music, views

Game Night

6:30pm @ Tervan Tavern

Sandpoint Pride Festival

5-10pm @ Granary Arts District

Join PFLAG Sandpoint in celebrating pride. Welcome Happy Hour from 5-10pm with Pro-Voice Project speaking program, live music and a silent disco party. See Page 17 for more info

SATURDAY, July 15

Opening Art Reception

4-8pm @ Hope Gallery & Studio

Artwork by talented local artists, food and refreshments. 620 Wellington Place in Hope

Live Music w/ Ponderay Paradox

5-8pm @ Pend d’Oreille Winery Folk and country tunes

Northwest Winefest

11am-7pm @ Schweitzer

Sample regional wines from around the PNW and take in the views from the top! Also local food vendors, Schweitzer village activities and live music. For lineup, see story to the right --->

Sandpoint Pride Festival

2-10pm @ Granary Arts District

Join PFLAGSandpoint in celebrating pride. All-ages, family friendly event featuring live performances, community art, guest speakers, dance, bouncing and more. For more information, see Page 17 or visit sandpointpride.com

Free Student Concert

7pm @ Church of Jesus Christ

Latter Day Saints

Talented musicians from Mexico, Spokane Youth Symphony and Sandpoint will perform instrumental solos and Mexican pieces

SunDAY, July 16

Live Music w/ Steve Neff

6-9pm @ BlueRoom

Magic with Star Alexander

5-8pm @ Jalepeño’s

Up close magic shows at the table

Northwest Winefest • 11am-5pm @ Schweitzer

See story to the right ---> monDAY, July 17

Monday Night Blues Jam w/ John Firshi

7pm @ Eichardt’s Pub

Outdoor Experience Group Run

6pm @ Outdoor Experience

3-5 miles, all levels welcome tuesDAY, July 18

Tree Cookie Tuesday • 9am-12pm @ Lakeview Park

Introduce elementary aged kids in your life to the fascinating world of beetles, spiders and ants. Pick up a clue and follow posters along the paved path to solve an insect critter mystery. Nativeplantsociety.org wednesDAY, July 19

Contra Dance Series

7-10pm @ Sandpoint Comm. Hall

Dance to live music. Beginners encouraged to arrive early for intro lessons at 7pm. Suggested donation of $5. Held on the second Friday of each month except Aug.

Live Music w/ Miah Kohal Band

6:30-9:30pm @ MickDuff’s Beer Hall

Classic rock and outlaw country

5th annual Clark Fork community-wide garage sale

9am-3pm @ Clark Fork

Lists of participating addresses available at Clark Fork gas stations, Clark Fork Pantry and Monarch Market

Sandpoint Boat Show

10am-3pm @ Sand Creek boardwalk

Check out some beautiful old boats at this beloved annual event. Kids’ activities available, all are welcome. Vintage boats will be on display along Sand Creek boardwalk from 10am-3pm, then watch the boat parade up Sand Creek at 3pm

Local Cottage Market

10am-6pm @ Farmin Park

Vendors selling artisan wares, leather works, pottery, etc.

By Reader Staff

Schweitzer is swinging — or sipping — into summer with its annual Northwest Winefest, this year slated for Saturday, July 15-Sunday, July 16, when attendees can sample the viticultural wares of 20 regional wineries, plus enjoy local food vendors, a slate of live music and all the signature mountain activities..

Pricing for the 2023 event, open to those 21 and older, is $40 for a nine-ounce Wine Festival glass and $45 for a 15-ounce glass. Entrance to the tasting requires the purchase of the 2023 glassware, with both options including six tasting tickets for use at the 10 tasting tents that will be on site, as well as live music and additional tickets: $5 for one ticket, $20 for five and $30 for 10. All pours are two ounces.

The event begins July 15 with activities open at 11 a.m., followed by wine tasting and music from the Katie Mintle Duo beginning at noon. General Mojos will play at 2:30 p.m. and Biddadat will go on at 5 p.m., when activities close. The tasting event will end at 7 p.m.

Live Music w/ Reese Warren

7pm @ Eichardt’s Pub

Sandpoint local guitarist hero

Sandpoint Farmers’ Market

3-5:30pm @ Farmin Park

Produce, crafts, food and more

Sandpoint Summer Music Series: Bon Bon Vivant

6pm @ Farmin Park

Free Family Show: Shrek 2

10am @ Sandpoint Cinemas

Sandpointcinemas.com

Live Music w/ Just Us Trio and Lenny Thorell

5-7:30pm @ Hope Memorial Community Center

ThursDAY, July 20

Live Music w/ John Daffron

6-8pm @ MickDuff’s Beer Hall

Activities begin again on July 16 at 11 a.m. with tasting and the Sam Leyde Band at noon. Kaitlyn Wiens will play at 2:30 p.m., then the tasting event and activities will close at 5 p.m.

A free live music show presented by Mattox Farm Productions

Game Night

6:30pm @ Tervan Tavern

Benny on the Deck 6-9pm @ Connie’s Lounge

Free Family Show: Shrek 2

10am @ Sandpoint Cinemas

Sandpointcinemas.com

Shuttles from the Red Bar will be available up and down the mountain on both days. The first bus up on July 15 will depart at 10:30 a.m., with shuttles running every 30 minutes until the last bus down at 7:30 p.m. The schedule will be the same July 16, though the last bus down will be at 5:30 p.m.

For more info visit schweitzer. com.