Idaho Calendar
Today
“Wonders of Christmas” Cantata – Today, 6:30 p.m. at Lakes Bible Academy, 16218 N. Westwood Drive, Rathdrum. The pageant tells the story of the birth of Christ through the use of scripture, song, chimes and poetry. Free admission. Contact Margaret at 777-7379.
Bonners Ferry Community Orchestra - Holiday-themed concert, 7 p.m., First Baptist Church, 6711 El Paso St., Bonners Ferry. Refreshments will be served. Free. 263-5102.
Harp and Piano Jeanne E. Holmberg Trust Concert - 7:30 p.m., Arts & Culture Center at The Old Church, 405 William St. Featuring Leslie Stratton Norris on harp and George Conrad on piano. Reservations requested. Free. (208) 667-4752.
Senior Dance – 7-9:30 p.m., at the Post Falls Senior Center, 1215 E. Third Ave. $3. 773-9582.
St. Joe Ranger District Travel Management Plan Open House - 7-8:30 p.m., Canyon Elementary School, Cataldo. Hosted by the U.S. Forest Service. 245-2531.
Upcoming
“Marketing: Hitting the Right Target for Profit” Business class – Friday, 8:30 a.m.-noon at North Idaho College Workforce Training Center, 525 W. Clearwater Loop. Knowing your key customer is the difference between making money or starving. Understand what specific need you are meeting. $29. 769-3333.
Concert and Caroling at Post Falls Library - Friday, 7:30 p.m. at the library fireplace, 821 N. Spokane St. Holiday concert and singing of carols lead by J.J. Dion, executive director of the Northwest Sacred Music Chorale. Refreshments provided by the Friends of the Post Falls Library. 292-2314.
Jazz Northwest Christmas Concert – Friday, 7 p.m. at Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., Sandpoint. Proceeds benefit the Angels over Sandpoint. $10/general admission. 255-7801.
Tai Chi – Friday, 9-10 a.m. at the Post Falls Senior Center, 1215 E. Third Ave 773-9582.
Saturday
“The Jazzy Nutcracker” – Saturday, 7 p.m. at Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., Sandpoint. Presented by Studio One Dance Academy. $10/adults, $7/children. 263-9191.
“A Christmas Carol,” by Christian Youth Theater-North Idaho – Free performance Saturday at 11 a.m. at Life Source Church at Community United Methodist Church, 1470 W. Hanley Ave. Seventeen local youth star in the holiday season production, which is now available for show bookings from Thanksgiving weekend through Dec. 21. (208) 819-9281.
Cartoonist Boots Reynolds – Saturday, 1-3 p.m. at Vanderford’s Books, 201 Cedar St., Sandpoint. Book signing of “Boots & Beans” and sampling of savory bean recipes from the books. 263-3573.
Christmas Cookie Walk – Saturday, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Prairie Avenue Christian Center, 3639 W. Prairie Ave., Hayden. Enjoy free samples, hot cocoa and coffee. All proceeds will benefit Freedom House Women’s Recovery Home. 704-1110.
Priest Lake State Park Annual Christmas Party – Saturday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.at Priest Lake State Park, Indian Creek Campground north of Coolin. Games and activities for the whole family, pine bough ride through the park’s winter wonderland, games, crafts, contests and refreshments. Cross country skis and snowshoes available to rent. Santa will stop by to take pictures. $4/motor vehicle entry fee. 443-2200.
Youth Equipped For Success Benefit Dinner and Raffle -12/15 Saturday, 5 p.m. at Button Hook Restaurant, Fifth and Main Streets in Bayview. Spirit Lake Y.E.S. multi-service organization sponsors the event. Serving barbecue ribs, braised chicken, cole slaw or potato salad, beans and biscuit. Proceeds benefit programs in Athol, Bayview and Spirit Lake, that include youth and family tutoring, mentoring, GED assistance, recreational activities, and social integration and development. $7.95. 683-2213 or (208) 623-2539.
Hay and Sleigh Rides – Sunday, noon-4 p.m., Forever Green Tree Farm, 500 Forever Green Drive, St. Maries. For all ages. Free coloring books and candy canes. 245-2440.
“Planning for Business Success” Business class – Monday, 5:30-9 p.m., Bonner Business Center, 400 Airport Way, Sandpoint. If you fail to plan, you plan to fail. Learn how to chart a course for your business success. Discover the essential ingredients for a business plan and how to use it to grow your business. $29. 769-3333.
N.A.R.F.E. Chapter 218 meeting – Monday, noon at Red Lion Templins Resort, 414 E. First Ave. 772-7643.
Danceworks Christmas Show – Tuesday, 7 p.m. at Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., Sandpoint. Ballet, jazz, modern, tap and all forms of dance. $9. 263-9191.
Kingston Kids -Tuesday, 12:30 p.m., Rose Lake Cafe, Rose Lake. Anyone who attended school in Kingston is welcome. Lunch is optional. 786-3882.
Senior Dance – Tuesday, 7-9:30 p.m. at the Post Falls Senior Center, 1215 E. Third Ave. $3. 773-9582.
Rathdrum Chamber of Commerce Luncheon - Deadline to RSVP is Tuesday. Luncheon is next Thursday, noon at Route 53 Diner. Program feature is Christmas music presented by Lakeland High School students. Featured business is LETIP. 687-2866.