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Mon., Dec. 20, 2004

The Spokesman-Review

Today

A Danceworks Christmas – Presented by Danceworks and Co., 7 p.m. at the Panida Theater in Sandpoint. Information: 263-9191.

Mark Rypien to appear at Zi-Spa – Join the Superbowl XXVI MVP Monday from 4-9 p.m. as he personally autographs NFL footballs with all donations going to the Mark Rypien Foundation, which he established to raise funds to support local activities and research associated with children with cancer. Cost: $5 for a miniature autographed football, $100 for a large one. Zi Spa is at 1859 N. Lakewood Drive in Riverstone.

Lake Commission to discuss sewage discharge – 1 p.m. at the Panhandle Health District office, 322 Marion in Sandpoint. The Southside Sewer and Water discharge permit is on the agenda. Information or directions, call 265-6384.

Hangover Handicap – Register beginning today through Dec. 30 for this five-mile run/walk on New Year’s Day. $15 registration benefits TESH. Register at TESH, 3803 Industrial Ave. or Fleet Feet, 511 Sherman. $18 registration the day of the race. All registrants receive a long-sleeve mock turtleneck shirt. Information: 765-5105.

Wild Game Feast – Tickets are on sale now for North Idaho College Alumni Association’s Wild Game Feast, Jan. 15 at the Coeur d’Alene Inn, 414 W. Appleway. Tickets are $50 and proceeds benefit the association and scholarships. Information: 769-7806.

Holiday Light Show – continues through Jan. 3. More than a million and a half lights are on display and are best viewed from a Fantasy Cruise to the North Pole. The 40-minute cruises depart at 4:30, 5:15, 6, 6:45, 7:30, 8:15, 9 and 9:45 p.m. from the Third Street Marina. $11.75 adults, 10 and under are free. Information: 765-4000.

Upcoming

Kingston Kids – will meet at The Boat in Smelterville Tuesday at 1 p.m. Information: 786-3882.

Country Western Gospel Jubliee – Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. at the Lake City Senior Center, 1916 Lakewood Drive. Lots of music and a potluck dinner. Information: 765-8580.

Alliance for Retired Americans – will meet Tuesday at 1 p.m. at the Lake City Senior Center, 1916 Lakewood Drive. Door Prizes and Christmas social. Information: Bob Thomas at 773-7964.

North Idaho Partners in Care Mobile Clinic – will be at the Timberlake Fire Station Wednesday in Athol from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. for dental only. For an appointment, call 415-5100.

Northwest Sacred Music Chorale Christmas Concert – Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. under the direction of John Lemke, at the First Presbyterian Church, 521 Lakeside. Due to limited space, tickets are strongly recommended. They are available at First Presbyterian, Trinity Lutheran, Community United Methodist Church, Great Harvest Bread, Burt’s Music and Music City. For more information call Gaynell at 772-3491.

Last Minute Gift Wrap Booth – all day Thursday at the Plaza Shops by the Friends of the Coeur d’Alene Public Library. Prices for wrapping begin at $2 per package.

Santa arrives at Schweitzer – Santa will ski from 1-3 p.m. Friday and then will be in the lodge to greet the children from 5-6 p.m.

Annual Christmas Dinner – will be served Christmas Day at the Sandpoint Community Hall on First Street, from noon to 3 p.m. For more information, call the Bonner Gospel Mission at 263-6698.

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