Events calendar

Thu., May 15, 2008

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Today

Kootenai County Genealogical Society – 7 p.m. at Hayden Public Library, 8385 N. Government Way. “From Roosevelt School to Roosevelt Bed and Breakfast,” by Tina Hough. 772-5612.

Lost in the ‘50s – 7:30 p.m. at Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., Sandpoint. Concert with Elvis, Jerry Lee Lewis and Richie Valens impersonators. Various other events around town. $28. 263-9191.

Upcoming

Idaho Dance Theatre – North Idaho tour Friday, 7:30 p.m. at Jacklin Arts Center at The Old Church, 405 William St., Post Falls. $15/advance, $20/dour, $10/seniors and students. 457-8950.

Jacklin Arts and Culture Center at the Old Church – Post Falls Artist Exhibition opening reception, 5 p.m. 405 Williams St., Post Falls. Mondays-Fridays, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Runs through June 8. 457-8950.

Senior Dinner, Dance and Raffle - Friday, 6 p.m. at Post Falls Senior Center, 1215 E. Third Ave. Entertainment by the Hillyard Belles. Raffle is for a one-week stay in a two-bedroom condo in San Jose Del Cabo, Mexico. Proceeds from the raffle will help pay for the new floor in the Dougall Room. $10. 773-9582.

Shining Stars SNR Talent Show – Saturday, 6-8 p.m. at Prairie View Elementary, 2478 E. Poleline Road. Specialized Needs Recreation participants are sponsoring the event entitled, “As Seen on T.V.” Proceeds will go toward scholarships to the upcoming Summer day camp for individuals ages 4-21 with disabilities. Call to volunteer for the talent show or camp. $5/general admission available at the door. 769-2317 or 755-6781.

Birding Basics Field Trip – Saturday trip to Hoodoo Valley sponsored by Coeur d’Alene Audubon Chapter. Call for meeting details. Free. 664-4739.

Master Gardners and Friends Annual Plant Sale – Saturday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at 608 N. Spokane St., Post Falls. Includes a variety of annual, perennial, vegetable plants, painted cedar birdhouses, and other garden-related items. Sponsored by the Kootenai County UI Extension Office. 446-1680.

Roller Derby – Saturday, 7 p.m. at Coeur d’Alene Casino Resort Hotel, Worley. Lilac City All Stars vs. Jet City; and Pretty Deadlines vs. Toothless Annies. $15/adults, $7/seniors and students, free/age five and younger. (800) 523-2464.

U.F.O. Meeting – Saturday, 7 p.m. at Chick-n-Chop Restaurant on U.S. Highway 95, Bonners Ferry. Hear and share personal experiences. 664-9503.

Dementia Treatment Medications Presentation – Monday, 2-4 p.m. at Valley Vista Care Center, 220 S. Division St., Sandpoint. Speaker is Dr. Susan Melchiore, gerontologist and medical director of the Coeur d’Alene Memory Clinic. Sponsored by the Alzheimer’s Association. 265-4514.

Don Olson Memorial Bridge Dedication – Monday ribbon-cutting ceremony at 10 a.m. at the bridge with a reception to follow at the Bonners Ferry Visitor Center. Please call to RSVP. (360) 619-7708.

Geothermal: Alternative to Alternatives – Monday, 6-8 p.m. at Sandpoint High School, 410 S. Division St. ClimateCAN Educational Forums (Climate Change Action Network) free bi-monthly forums. Presented by John Dibble. A question and answer period will follow the presentations. 263-5217.

Bonner County Planning and Zoning Hearing – Tuesday, 5 p.m. at the former Federal Building, 1500 State Highway 2. Agenda includes zone change request. 265-1458.

Italian Cooking Classes – Tuesdays, 5:30-8:30 p.m., call for directions. Students will prepare a five-course Italian meal, appetizer through dessert. Menu planning will be taught. $45/class. (509) 893-8969.

Trauma and Mental Illness Presentation – Wednesday, 6-8 p.m. at Bonner General Hospital classroom, Sandpoint. Featured speaker is Marina Ferrier. Sponsored by NAMI Far North.

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