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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
Sandpointcinemas.com
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.
