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AARP Tax-aide program needs volunteers – Volunteers are needed to assist seniors and low- to moderate-income taxpayers with tax preparations in Kootenai and Shoshone. Call to secure a training packet. Program runs through April 12 in Kootenai and Shoshone Counties. Free. 651-6635, Duane.

Sandpoint Mardi Gras – Today-Tuesday, downtown Sandpoint. Outrageous events, family activities, celebratory contests and hilarious performances at various locations. 255-4312.

Upcoming

“The Follies” Adults only show – Friday-Saturday, 8 p.m., Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., Sandpoint. Hilarious send-up of politics, love, life and Sandpoint’s high and mighty. Adults only. Presented by Angels over Sandpoint. $20/general admission. 263-9191.

“Chocolate Extravaganza” First Friday in Wallace – Friday chocolate walk, 5-7 p.m. at participating merchants in downtown Wallace. A different event will be hosted on the first Friday of each month. 753-7151.

Timberlake Senior Class Auction – Friday, 5-8 p.m. at Timberlake High School commons, 5303 W. Highway 54, Spirit Lake. Live and silent auctions with lasagna dinner. Benefits Class of 2008 graduation party. $8. 755-1773.

Bonner County Democratic Caucus – Tuesday, 6 p.m. at Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., Sandpoint. Presented by Bonner County Democratic Central Committee. 263-9191.