Sandpoint Living

05/25/2026

🇺🇸 On this Memorial Day, we honor the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.

Sandpoint is a place full of beauty, community, and connection. Today, we reflect on the courage that preserves it all. 🙏

Our hearts are with those who never made it home and the families who hold their memory close. 🏔️

Thank you to the fallen, and to the families who hold their legacy. ❤️🌿

05/11/2026

🏡 A brand new $550,000 home in Post Falls could be yours — and all it takes is a $150 ticket! 🎉

North Idaho College's 33rd Annual Really BIG Raffle is back for 2026, and the prize lineup is seriously impressive. Beyond the grand prize home, nearly $600,000 in total prizes are up for grabs — including a 2026 vehicle, home furnishings, and a Schweitzer gift certificate. 🎟️✨

With only 5,000 tickets available, your odds are better than you might think.

The virtual drawing takes place July 8, 2026 — grab your ticket at NIC.edu/rbr or at select retailers across Kootenai County and Sandpoint before they're gone, and read more here! https://vist.ly/4xk6e

04/30/2026

🌿 One of the best signs of summer in Sandpoint is officially back — the Farmers' Market returns to downtown on May 2! 🎉

The 2026 Sandpoint Farmers' Market runs every week from May 2 through October 17, bringing together regional farmers, ranchers, food producers, and artisans for a full season of fresh produce, baked goods, handcrafted items, and so much more. 🥕🍓

It's the kind of weekly tradition that makes living in North Idaho something truly special — mark your calendar and make it a habit all season long.

Head to SandpointFarmersMarket.com for market days, hours, and vendor info — and read more here! https://vist.ly/42ghy

This long running community market brings together regional farmers, ranchers, food producers, and artisans throughout the season, offering consistent access to locally grown and made products.

04/29/2026

💛 Sandpoint, here's your chance to make a real difference for the organizations that make Bonner County so special!

Live Give 7B is back for its 2nd year — a community-wide week of giving running May 4–7, coordinated with Idaho Gives and focused on the nonprofits serving local families, protecting natural spaces, and enriching life right here in the 7B. 🌲

Whether you give a little or a lot, every donation goes directly to organizations doing meaningful work in our own backyard.

The week wraps up with a community celebration on May 8 — head to 7BGives.org to explore participating nonprofits and get involved — and read more here! https://vist.ly/42bhi

04/28/2026

🐎 Derby Day is coming to Sandpoint and you're going to want to be there! 🌹

The Community Resource EnVision Center is hosting their Kentucky Derby Watch Party & Fundraiser on Saturday, May 2 at The Hive, 107 N 1st Ave in Sandpoint.

Put on your best Derby-style hat, sip a Mint Julep, watch the race on the big screen, and support CREC's meaningful work in the community — all in one festive afternoon. 🎩✨

It's a fun, feel-good way to celebrate one of the biggest days in racing while giving back right here at home — read more here! https://vist.ly/4269y

his festive event features derby viewing on the big screen, Derby-style hats, Mint Juleps, and fundraising activities to benefit CREC’s work in the community.

04/20/2026

🎉 Looking for the perfect spring outing for the whole family? This one's free and it's going to be a blast! 🌸

The LillyBrooke Family Justice Center is hosting their 6th Annual Kids Fair on Saturday, April 25 at 11 am at the Bonner County Fairgrounds in Sandpoint.

Packed with activities and games designed for kids and families, it's a lively community celebration that also supports LillyBrooke's important mission here in North Idaho. 💛

Come out, enjoy the day, and be part of something meaningful — read more here! https://vist.ly/4z4g5

Get ready for family fun at the LillyBrooke Family Justice Center's 6th Annual Kids Fair at the Bonner County Fairgrounds in Sandpoint.

04/17/2026

An intimate evening of live opera is coming to Sandpoint, and it delivers something different this spring. ✨

The Music Conservatory of Sandpoint is hosting Bel Canto Opera: Singvergnügen on Friday, April 24 from 5–7 pm at Little Carnegie, 110 Main Street.

This performance brings accomplished vocalists into a close, chamber setting designed for pure listening. Every note, every moment, right in the room with you. 🌹

Whether you follow opera or are just looking for a unique night out, this is a standout way to experience live music locally.

Learn more: https://www.sandpointlivinglocal.com/post/sandpoint-opera-singvergnugen

Opera Soiree is back. From Sandpoint with Love Opera Soiree returns to Little Carnegie at the Music Conservatory of Sandpoint.

04/07/2026

🏡 What if your lucky ticket was worth half a million dollars? North Idaho College's 33rd Annual Really BIG Raffle is back — and the grand prize is a stunning $550,000 home in Post Falls!

With nearly $600,000 in total prizes up for grabs — including a 2026 vehicle, home furnishings, and a Schweitzer gift certificate — this is one raffle you don't want to sleep on. 🎉 Only 5,000 tickets are available at $150 each, meaning your odds are actually pretty great!

The virtual drawing is set for July 8, 2026, so you've got time — but tickets won't last forever. 🎟️ Grab yours at NIC.edu/rbr or at select retailers across Kootenai County and Sandpoint, and read more here! 🤩 https://vist.ly/4xk6e

04/06/2026

Home project inspiration is on the way to Sandpoint. 🌿🏡

The 2026 NIBCA Home & Garden Show takes place April 11–12 at the Bonner County Fairgrounds, bringing together local builders, contractors, landscapers, and home improvement pros.

Explore new ideas, connect with experts, and find everything you need to plan your next project, inside and out.

It’s a great weekend to gather inspiration and get ready for the season ahead. 🌸

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