CALENDAR CALENDAR

*Please note, as of press time, these events were still scheduled to take place as planned. Be sure to visit event websites to stay up to date with current information.

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Sandpoint Renaissance Faire

JUNE 10 - 11

Prepare thyself for merriment as the annual Sandpoint Renaissance Faire returns for its fifth year. From 10am to 6pm on both Saturday, June 10, and Sunday, June 11, guests will be taken back in time at the RenFaire, held at the Bonner County Fairgrounds in Sandpoint. Enjoy two full days of chivalry, excitement, fine entertainment and vendors. All the details can be found online at SandpointRenFaire.com. And be sure to read our Q&A with Anita Pew, the woman behind the event, on page 12. Tickets at the gate are $16 for adults, $12 for seniors and children 6 to 17. Children 5 and younger get in free; discounted tickets for those who bring a bag of canned food to donate to the Bonner County Food Bank.

46th Annual Artwalk

JUNE 16 - SEPTEMBER 1

Take a self-guided walking tour and explore all participating gallery locations! Welcome the summer season beginning Friday, June 16, and continuing through Friday, September 1, as Pend Oreille Arts Council presents ArtWalk. Each summer, local artisans, galleries and business owners throughout downtown Sandpoint work in collaboration to showcase all that this unique town has to offer, giving artist members and other local artists a chance to exhibit their work while encouraging all ages to explore this free citywide event. Maps of the walking tour will be posted at ArtinSandpoint.org/artwalk.

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Summer Community Day

JUNE 18

Mark your calendars for Sunday, June 18, and make plans with friends and family to attend Schweitzer's Summer Community Day and Opening Weekend! Welcome summer, a couple days early, at this unofficial kickoff to the season for Sandpoint and Bonner County. Schweitzer will be donating all lift ticket proceeds from the day to a local nonprofit partner. Mountain bike trails will open as weather and conditions permit. For additional details as the event nears, be sure to visit Schweitzer.com.

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2023 Idahope Classic

JUNE 19

Join the Community Resource Envision Center at The Idaho Club Golf Resort for their third annual IdaHOPE Classic fundraiser—a celebration of hope, generosity and community spirit! Scheduled for Monday, June 19, this exciting event brings people together from all walks of life, united by a common goal of making a difference. With delicious food, great music, and an atmosphere filled with positivity and kindness, the IdaHOPE Classic promises to be a memorable experience while making a difference to bring hope and change to our community. Registration begins at 11am; shotgun start promptly at 12:30pm. For additional details and to register, visit CRECIdaho.com/idahohope-golf-classic.

Race The Wolf

JUNE 24 - 25

Join the pack and race the wolf at this year's Race the Wolf trail race series, with new distances for 2023. Located at Schweitzer Mountain Resort, the course is known for legendary climbs, fun single-track and fast two-track. The 5 Miler Trail Race and Sky Climb take place Saturday, June 24, followed by the Trail Marathon (replacing the 52k) and Trail Half Marathon (replacing the 26km) on Sunday, June 25. Offering incredible views that stretch from Lake Pend Oreille to Montana and the Canadian border, don’t hesitate to register (registration can be found at RaceTheWolf.com) to participate in this year’s race. You won't be disappointed!