Sandpoint Parks and Rec. programming for April

By Reader Staff

Sandpoint Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces will be offering the following programming in April 2023.

• Lou Domanski Chess Festival.

Join fellow chess enthusiasts for a one-day tournament on Saturday April 8 at the Sandpoint Community Hall (204 S. First Ave.). Divisions include Elementary (first- through sixth-grade) for $5, Middle/High School (seventh- through 12th-grade) for $7 and Open division for $10. Register by Thursday, March 30. The tournament uses the Swiss system and is coordinated by James Stripes. Trophies awarded for each division.

• Contra dance series. Dance your heart out to live music and meet your neighbors. Previous dancing experience is not necessary, all ages are welcome and you don’t have to bring a partner. Taught by Emily Faulkner, in partnership with Parks and Rec., dances will be held at the Sandpoint Community Hall (204 S. First Ave.) from 7-10 p.m., the second Friday of each month in 2023, except in August. Beginners are encouraged to arrive on time for an introductory lesson at 7 p.m. Wear comfortable, breathable clothing and non-marking shoes in which to dance. A $5 donation is suggested for each session (musicians need to eat, too).

•Bike maintenance classes. Sandpoint Parks and Rec. has partnered with Syringa Cyclery to offer classes on bike maintenance, Monday, April 17 and Wednesday, April 19 from 6-8:30 p.m. Classes are for ages 16 and up, and will be held at Syringa Cyclery (518 Oak St.). Attendees of this introductory class will learn about how to keep the parts of a bicycle running and operating like they were brand new. Each session covers the same material — pick the one that fits into your schedule. Register by Thursday, April 13. Space is limited, sign up early. Fee is $25 per person ($3 non-resident fee).

•CPR/AED with Optional First Aid. Ages 16 to adult or ages 1215 with an adult guardian. American Health and Safety Institute’s CPR/ AED with optional First Aid is a general communi-

Get your Flowers for Futures baskets while they last

By Reader Staff

The Rotary Club of Ponderay is again selling hanging flower baskets to fund educational opportunities, service projects, and health and wellness initiatives for the local community in its annual springtime Flowers for Futures program.

Baskets are large and contain a wide variety of flowers. Valued at $75, the baskets are being sold for $45 by the club,with $20 of that designated as a tax deductible donation.

Flowers will be available for pick-up on Wednesday, May 10 — the week before Mother’s Day (this year on Sunday, ty course for persons with little or no medical training, who need CPR/AED and or First Aid card for work, OSHA requirements, school or personal knowledge. This course meets American Heart Association guidelines. Classes are offered every other month on the first Monday. Register by Thursday, April 20 for the Monday, April 24 class. Located at Sandpoint City Hall Council Chambers (1123 Lake St.), class meets 4-6 p.m. for CPR/AED and 6-8 p.m. for First Aid. Fee: $35 CPR/AED, with additional $25 First Aid option.

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•Community track meet. Parks and Rec., the Sandpoint High School Cross Country and SHS

Track Team invites you to participate in a FREE community track meet on Friday, May 5. The meet will take place at the SHS track from 3:30-5:30 p.m. and is open to all children grades K-8. Sandpoint coaching staff, track and cross-country athletes will teach the events and conduct the competitions. Each division will have limited participation, based on availability of coaches and volunteers. Early registration ends Wednesday, May 3. Day-of registration will be available. Look for the promotional materials in the spring outlining the details and listen to ROCK 103.

•April facility spotlight. Located near the intersection of Boyer Avenue and Pine Street, the Community Garden is managed by the city of Sandpoint Parks and Recreation Department, and offers 4-foot by 8-foot and 7-foot by 7-foot plots for $26 and $31.50, respectively. A limited number of plots remain open for the 2023 growing season. Visit sandpointidaho.gov/parksrecreation for more information.

• Work for Parks and Rec. Sandpoint Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces is hiring City Beach lifeguards for $14.50-$15.50 per hour, and seasonal parks maintenance workers, paying $16.63-$17.33 per hour. Lifeguarding positions are for the season running June 10-Sept. 4. Parks maintenance jobs are available in eight-, seven- and threemonth terms. Apply online at governmentjobs.com/careers/sandpoint. For more information, call 208-263-3613.

The Sandpoint Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces Department also acts as a clearinghouse to connect the public with other recreational opportunities in the community. Visit the online activity catalog to view listings in this category. Outside organizations and individuals wishing to list their activities are encouraged to contact Parks and Rec. with their program information at recreation@sandpointidaho.gov.

For questions about Parks and Rec. programming, go to sandpointidaho. gov/parksrecreation, visit the office at Sandpoint City Hall (1123 Lake St.) or call 208-263-3613.

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According to the club, there are only 85 baskets left. Order by emailing ponderayrotaryclub@gmail.com.

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