Idaho calendar

Wed., Dec. 1, 2004

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Today

UI Observes World AIDS Day – Candlelight vigil is at 5:30 p.m. in the Commons Courtyard. Information: 885-6616.

Public meeting to discuss forest plan revision status – from 6-8 p.m. at the Forest Service District office at 1500 Highway 2 in Sandpoint.

Warren Miller’s “Impact” – The ski and snowboard film will be shown at 7 p.m. in Boswell Hall’s Schuler Auditorium on the North Idaho College Campus. $14 adults, $10 students, senior citizens and those 17 and under. Information: 769-7809.

Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Committee – at 5:30 p.m. in the Coeur d’Alene City Hall council chambers, 710 Mullan Ave.

North Idaho Partners in Care Mobile Clinic – will be at the St. Maries IGA store from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. for dental care only. For an appointment call 245-4556.

“Design your ideal career” workshop – presented by the North Idaho College Career services that allows individuals to select the skills they would most like to use in a job, from 2-4 p.m. today and 8-10 a.m. Thursday in the Blue Creek Bay Room of the Edminster Student Union Building. $10. Reserve a spot by calling 769-3297.

Upcoming

Public meeting to discuss forest plan revision status – Thursday from 7-9 p.m. at the Forest Service Office in the Federal Building in St. Maries.

Festival of the Spirit opening gala – beginning at 6:30 p.m. followed by the film, “Say Amen, Somebody,” at 8 p.m. and a discussion, Thursday at the Panida Theater in Sandpoint. A season’s pass for this entire film festival can be purchased for $25, or they are $5 adults, $3 children and senior citizens. This is presented by the Morning Light Foundation, a nonprofit organization. Information: 263-9191.

Women’s Health Part II – Menopause, natural hormone replacement therapy, and bioidentical hormones will be discussed at this forum with Dr. Pamela Langenderfer, Thursday from 7-8:30 p.m. in room 13 of the Winton Building (corner of College and River Drive) on the North Idaho College Campus. Information: 664-1644.

North Idaho Partners in Care Mobile Clinic – will be at the Harrison City Hall Thursday from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. For an appointment, call 245-4556.

“Festival of the Spirit” – continues at the Panida Theater in Sandpoint Friday with a piano concert with George Dunnebacke at 6:30 p.m. “Meeting with Remarkable Men,” film and discussion follows. Admission is $5. Information: 263-9191.

Small Artworks Invitational – Opening reception Friday at Art Spirit Gallery, 415 Sherman Ave., from 5-8 p.m. in conjunction with the last downtown art walk until spring. More than 30 artists will be represented. Information: 765-6006.

Comedian Kyle Cease – known for his performances in “10 Things I Hate About You,” and “Not Another Teen Movie,” will perform Friday at 7 p.m. in the activities center on the lower level of Edminster Student Union Building on the North Idaho College campus. Information: 769-5933.

First Friday – Beginning at 9 a.m. Friday in NIC’s Edminster Student Union Building. This program offers prospective students the opportunity to visit the campus and learn about the programs and services offered at NIC. Information: 769-3267.

“A Christmas Carol” – Opens Friday at the Lake City Playhouse, 1320 E. Garden Ave. This is a one-act family play adapted from the Charles Dickens novel. Additional performances Saturday, Sunday and Dec. 9-12 and 16-19. Show times are 7 p.m. Thursdays, 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and 2 p.m. for the Sunday matinee. $14 adults, $12 students and seniors and $8 for children. Thursday night is discount night with adult tickets at $10 and kids at $5. Information: 667-1323.

Current topics in forest health – Participants must register by Friday for this program to be offered Dec. 10 at the Coeur d’Alene Inn. $9 covers handouts and refreshments. This is co-sponsored by the University of Idaho Extension, and the Idaho Department of Lands. Information and registration: 446-1680.

Reiki Natural Healing – An introductory class will be offered at Reiki Healing Arts in Coeur d’Alene, Friday through Sunday. The Usui system of Reiki healing offers a simple way to tap this energy for healing. Information: 665-5862.

Art Show at Originals Digital Color – Original paintings and canvas reproductions by Akiane Kramarik, will be on hand for viewing and purchase Saturday at 215 Kathleen Ave., Suite A. Information: 676-9082. Visit www.artakiane.com to see prints available for purchase.

Bayview, Athol and Belmont Women’s Club Christmas Bazaar – Saturday from noon-6 p.m. at the Bayview Community Center. Lasagna, salad, French bread and beverage for $5 for adults, $2.50 children 7 and under. Theme baskets and two handmade quilts will be raffled. Proceeds benefit ABC Food Bank, NIC scholarships, Hospice of North Idaho, Girls State scholarship, and the Athol and Timberlake elementary libraries. Information: 683-8060.

Santa in Spirit Lake – at the Woolen-Brown Center from 1-3 p.m. Saturday in the basement. Sponsored by Spirit Lake Visions, Inc.

Friendship Holiday Bazaar – Saturday from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at the North Idaho Christian School, 251 W. Miles Avenue in Hayden Lake. Information: Jane at 667-2659.

“Festival of the Spirit” – Saturday’s events include the children’s film, “The Fool of the World and the Flying Ship,” at 11 a.m. (admission is $1 for all), “Chac, The Rain God,” film at 1 p.m., “Kundun,” a film on the Dalai Lama at 3 p.m., and at 7:30 p.m. a concert by the Monks of Drepung Loseling Monastery. $5 for the films, $10 for the concert. Information: 263-9191.

“Festival of the Spirit” – Sunday’s events include the film “Baraka,” at 3 p.m., a panel discussion: Spiritual Search in Our Time,” at 5 p.m. and “Ram Dass: Fierce Grace,” film with discussion by director Mickey Lemle at 7:30 p.m. All films are $5. Information: 263-9191.

The Spokane String Quartet – will perform Monday at 7:30 p.m. in the Greenbriar Inn, 315 E. Wallace. There will be seasonal treats. Tickets and information: 667-4752.

Auditions for “Jesus Christ Superstar” – Monday through Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. at the Harding Family Center, 411 N. 15th St. This is a Lake City Playhouse production, and will be directed by Noel Barbuto. Have one or two prepared songs and bring sheet music. Needed are one woman, six men, and 25-30 in the chorus, all ages. Information: 667-1323.

Kootenai Democratic Women’s Caucus – Lunch meeting Tuesday at noon at Doma on Sherman. Information: Shirley Kenck at 773-1497.

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