December 2011 Sandpoint Newsline

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december 2011 // sandpoint, idaho

taste buds

Where to be and when

Local eats and hot spots

Athletes of the month

Your guide to downtown businesses

calendar of events

rising stars

downtown sandpoint

Photo by Staci Bailey Photography

The madness is backfrom the cedar post Merry

Christmas!Evan’s Brothers Coffee

local business spotlight

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Some of Our Winterizing Services:

Outdoor:•Blow out irrigation sys-

tem•Put away outdoor furni-

ture and hoses•Winterize spigots•Close and insulate foun-

dation vents•Check weather stripping

at doors and windows•Clear roof of debris and

clear rain guttersIndoor:•Check and change HVAC

filters•Change fire alarm bat-

teries•Check faucets for signs

of leaking• Insulate exposed pipes in

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Its that time of year again! Yes, unfortunately the time of year when pipes freeze, floods occur and the

outside elements start wrecking havoc on our beloved homes. Each year brings on new issues and as we get busier, our homes and what need to be done start to get overlooked. DSS Home Preservation Services offers a Winterization program that is customized to meet your every need. Our team tailors a winterization program that fits your specific needs and ensures that your home is ready to take on another North Idaho winter.

Up until now there weren’t many one-stop options in Sandpoint, a company that not only had the experience but the professionalism as well. Enter DSS Home Preservation Services, a comprehensive home care program, backed up with 30 years of experience. DSS Home Preservation Services allows you to enjoy your home without the worry and hassle of the annoying, yet critical, tasks it takes to keep your home in the best condition.

Clients no longer worry about or devote time and energy to the maintenance of their homes. Maintenance tasks are performed automatically and repairs can be handled through a single telephone call.

Whether you are a homeowner, property manager, or have a business, DSS Home Preservation Services will fashion a program that is just right for you.

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Advertising & Sales

Graphic Design

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Taste BudsCheck out Sandpoint’s local eats and hotspots

Downtown SandpointDowntown Sandpoint area businesses

Merry ChristmasThe true reason why we celebrate Christmas

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Good NewsJustin Dick helping out

Cedar PostThe madness is back

Local Business SpotlightEvan’s Brothers Coffee

Rising StarsAthletes of the month

Local BuzzBulldog pride

Calendar of EventsDecember & January Events

Explore PonderayLocal Ponderay businesses

Business GuideYour guide to local Sandpoint businesses

Activities and FunGames and jokes

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GOOD NEWS

There’s a lot that we do know when it comes to Trinity at City Beach and its owner Justin Dick. For instance, unmatched lakeside dining, prime location poised at the entrance to City Beach, great food, excellent service, extensive wine list and full bar just to name a few. But here’s something you may not know, Trinity and its owner Justin Dick have been quietly making a significant impact in this community at about every level imaginable for years. Whether it be children locally or across the country by supporting organizations like Kinderhaven, which provides in-crisis sup-port to children, or Team Laughing Dog and its race across the country raising money for autism, or holding events such as “Yappy Hour” which supports the local Panhandle Animal Shelter, Trinity and owner Justin Dick together have made an impactful difference. “This is home,” says owner Justin Dick, who relocated to Sandpoint permanently in 2007 after a decade of visiting family in the area. He has spent as much revamping the restaurant as he has redefining the community. Children and educational causes are near and dear to his heart, says Justin, the father of 3-year-old Jace with wife, Shaunavee. “I was fortunate to grow up in a family that had a good sense of giving back,” says Justin of his parents, who started the original Cafe’ Trinity on First Avenue. Justin notes how Trinity at City Beach’s involvement in charitable causes like the Wishing Star Foundation Breakfast has gal-vanized his staff, whom he describes as family. “They will encourage me to spend time with my family,” he says “and I know that translates to how they treat our guests.” In only a few years, Justin has not only built a fantastic dining experience in the heart of Sandpoint but he has also man-aged to engage the community and his customers at a level that truly means something. “The exciting part of Trinity at City Beach,” says Justin, “is that there’s always more we can do.”

Trinity at City Beach “Serving” More Than Just Great Food!Story by Steve Russo


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Coming Soon: Coffee Club! Visit www.KokaneeCoffee.com for more information.

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Trinity at City Beach Sandpoint’s premier waterfront dining offers an extensive menu of American cuisine with an impressive wine list. 56 Bridge St. Sandpoint, ID. www.TrinityAtCityBeach.com. 208.255.7558

Forty-One South Sandpoint’s premier dining experience. A beautiful waterfront, fine-dining restaurant in a romantic lodge setting overlooking Lake Pend Oreille. Reservations highly encouraged. 41 Lakeshore Dr. Sagle, ID. www.41southsandpoint.com. 208.265.2000

Live music, delicious food, fun cocktails, and beautiful sunsets. 41 Lakeshore Drive Sagle, Idaho | 208.265.2000 | 41southsandpoint.com |find us on facebook for updates

Reservations Recommendedwaterfront dining | bar & grill | catering

“The Icing on the Lake!”

Reserve Your Holiday Party!Dinner Parties, Cocktail Parties,

Company Gatherings, Friends and Family.

Open Christmas Eve and New Years Eve.

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Finding great local eats has never been so easy!1. Trinity at City Beach

56 Bridge Street - Sandpoint 208.255.7558

2. Ivano’s Ristorante 102 S. First Ave. - Sandpoint 208.263.0211

3. Forty One South 41 Lake Shore Drive - Sagle 208.265.2000

4. Eichardt’s 212 Cedar Street - Sandpoint 208.263.4005

5. Bab’s Pizzeria 1319 Hwy. 2 - Sandpoint 208.265.7992

6. Pizza Hut 200 Bonner Mall Way Ponderay 208.265.4452

7. The Little Olive 124 S. Second Ave. - Sandpoint 208.597.7499

8. Bangkok 202 N. Second Ave. - Sandpoint 208.265.4149

9. Earth Rhythms 840 Kootenai Cuttoff Rd. Sandpoint 208.946.5562

10. Jalapenos 314 N. Second Ave. - Sandpoint 208.263.2995

11. Pie Hut 502 Church Street - Sandpoint 208.265.2208

12. Brody’s Pizzeria 468810 Hwy. 95 - Sagel 208.265.2448

13. Stacey’s Country Kitchen 469000 Hwy. 95 - Hope 208.265.5095

14. Arlo’s Ristorante 330 North First Ave. - Sandpoint 208.208.255.4186

15. Magic Beans 363 Bonner Mall Way - Ponderay 208.610.5383

16. Burger Express 1110 Highway 2 - Priest River 208.448.2490

17. Laughing Dog 55 Emerald Industrial Park Rd. Ponderay 208.263.9222

18. Kokanee Coffee 509 North 5th Avenue, Ste. A Sandpoint 208.597.7831

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Sunday & Monday Football Plus $2 Beer!

www.BabsPizzeria.com208.265.7992

NEW YORK THIN CRUST PIZZANow open Sundays 12:30-8:30pmCorner of HWY 2and Division

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(208) 597-7499www.littleolivefood.com

124 S. 2nd Ave, Sandpoint

Follow us on Facebook(Little Olive Food) for upcoming events

and updates, as well as specials.

1301 Highway 2Sandpoint, ID208.255.7600

Monthly Special:Double Deluxe Tillamook Cheddar Cheese Burger

$2.99


“Casual Dining, Seriously Good Food”Eichardt’s Serves up the Best of Northwest Microbrews, Food

and Local Live Music

Full Lunch and Dinner Menu!

16 Micros on Tap • Oak Cask Red Wines Upstairs Game Room • Open Daily from 11:30am

212 Cedar Street • Sandpoint • 208.263.4005

Tues

Authentic Mexican Cuisine

Walk-Ins Welcome

Good For Groups

Good For Kids

Take Out

314 North Second Avenue, Sandpoint Idaho

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330 N. First Ave.Sandpoint, Idaho

208.255.4186

“New York Style” Italian CuisineIf you are planning for a special event, or need catering,

please call us for more information.

www.ArlosSandpoint.com

Recipe provided by Litehouse, Inc.

1109 North Ella Avenue, Sandpoint, Idaho

208.263.7569LitehouseFoods.com

Recipe of the Month

http://www.30salads30days.com/

For the Butternut Squash Salad recipe, see:

363 Bonner Mall WayPonderay, Idaho

Open Monday - Friday6am - 3pm

New lower prices!

Serving your Work Week Espresso Needs!

Mocha Madness $1.00 off

16oz, 20oz and 24oz mocha’s

Tuesday’s and Thursday’s

through December 31, 2011.

208.263.0211www.IvanosSandpoint.com

Look for our new LaRosa Club Opening

December 8th!Tues-Sat

Open at 4:30pm105 South First Ave.

Fine Italian dining serving Sandpoint for

over 27 years.

Now join us at Beyond Hope during SummerDinner served 7 nights a week Corner of First and Pine

Aperitivo Style MenuBeer • Wine • Liquor

Interactive, Fun, Casual & Social!

Tuscan Aperitivo

Bar!


Trinity at City Beach Sandpoint’s premier waterfront dining offers an extensive menu of American cuisine with an impressive wine list. 56 Bridge St. Sandpoint, ID. www.TrinityAtCityBeach.com. 208.255.7558

Forty-One South Sandpoint’s premier dining experience. A beautiful waterfront, fine-dining restaurant in a romantic lodge setting overlooking Lake Pend Oreille. Reservations highly encouraged. 41 Lakeshore Dr. Sagle, ID. www.41southsandpoint.com. 208.265.2000

Live music, delicious food, fun cocktails, and beautiful sunsets. 41 Lakeshore Drive Sagle, Idaho | 208.265.2000 | 41southsandpoint.com |find us on facebook for updates

Reservations Recommendedwaterfront dining | bar & grill | catering

“The Icing on the Lake!”

Reserve Your Holiday Party!Dinner Parties, Cocktail Parties,

Company Gatherings, Friends and Family.

Open Christmas Eve and New Years Eve.

TASTE BUDS


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Finding great local eats has never been so easy!1. Trinity at City Beach

56 Bridge Street - Sandpoint 208.255.7558

2. Ivano’s Ristorante 102 S. First Ave. - Sandpoint 208.263.0211

3. Forty One South 41 Lake Shore Drive - Sagle 208.265.2000

4. Eichardt’s 212 Cedar Street - Sandpoint 208.263.4005

5. Bab’s Pizzeria 1319 Hwy. 2 - Sandpoint 208.265.7992

6. Pizza Hut 200 Bonner Mall Way Ponderay 208.265.4452

7. The Little Olive 124 S. Second Ave. - Sandpoint 208.597.7499

8. Bangkok 202 N. Second Ave. - Sandpoint 208.265.4149

9. Earth Rhythms 840 Kootenai Cuttoff Rd. Sandpoint 208.946.5562

10. Jalapenos 314 N. Second Ave. - Sandpoint 208.263.2995

11. Pie Hut 502 Church Street - Sandpoint 208.265.2208

12. Brody’s Pizzeria 468810 Hwy. 95 - Sagel 208.265.2448

13. Stacey’s Country Kitchen 469000 Hwy. 95 - Hope 208.265.5095

14. Arlo’s Ristorante 330 North First Ave. - Sandpoint 208.208.255.4186

15. Magic Beans 363 Bonner Mall Way - Ponderay 208.610.5383

16. Burger Express 1110 Highway 2 - Priest River 208.448.2490

17. Laughing Dog 55 Emerald Industrial Park Rd. Ponderay 208.263.9222

18. Kokanee Coffee 509 North 5th Avenue, Ste. A Sandpoint 208.597.7831

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Copyright 2011 Keokee

Sunday & Monday Football Plus $2 Beer!

www.BabsPizzeria.com208.265.7992

NEW YORK THIN CRUST PIZZANow open Sundays 12:30-8:30pmCorner of HWY 2and Division

We Deliver!

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17

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(208) 597-7499www.littleolivefood.com

124 S. 2nd Ave, Sandpoint

Follow us on Facebook(Little Olive Food) for upcoming events

and updates, as well as specials.

1301 Highway 2Sandpoint, ID208.255.7600

Monthly Special:Double Deluxe Tillamook Cheddar Cheese Burger

$2.99


“Casual Dining, Seriously Good Food”Eichardt’s Serves up the Best of Northwest Microbrews, Food

and Local Live Music

Full Lunch and Dinner Menu!

16 Micros on Tap • Oak Cask Red Wines Upstairs Game Room • Open Daily from 11:30am

212 Cedar Street • Sandpoint • 208.263.4005

Tues

Authentic Mexican Cuisine

Walk-Ins Welcome

Good For Groups

Good For Kids

Take Out

314 North Second Avenue, Sandpoint Idaho

TASTE BUDS


330 N. First Ave.Sandpoint, Idaho

208.255.4186

“New York Style” Italian CuisineIf you are planning for a special event, or need catering,

please call us for more information.

www.ArlosSandpoint.com

Recipe provided by Litehouse, Inc.

1109 North Ella Avenue, Sandpoint, Idaho

208.263.7569LitehouseFoods.com

Recipe of the Month

http://www.30salads30days.com/

For the Butternut Squash Salad recipe, see:

363 Bonner Mall WayPonderay, Idaho

Open Monday - Friday6am - 3pm

New lower prices!

Serving your Work Week Espresso Needs!

Mocha Madness $1.00 off

16oz, 20oz and 24oz mocha’s

Tuesday’s and Thursday’s

through December 31, 2011.

208.263.0211www.IvanosSandpoint.com

Look for our new LaRosa Club Opening

December 8th!Tues-Sat

Open at 4:30pm105 South First Ave.

Fine Italian dining serving Sandpoint for

over 27 years.

Now join us at Beyond Hope during SummerDinner served 7 nights a week Corner of First and Pine

Aperitivo Style MenuBeer • Wine • Liquor

Interactive, Fun, Casual & Social!

Tuscan Aperitivo

Bar!

The Madness is BackWritten by Brooke Obaitek, Staff Writer

FROM THE SHS CEDAR POST

SHS

The annual Moose Madness competition between Sandpoint and Bonners Ferry is coming up fast. With the competi-

tion being only a month away, students need to remember that Sandpoint has yet to beat Bonners. What will it take to become the champions of this spirit competition?

Sportsmanship is the key. Within all the activities such as cheer, dance, band, choir and the basketball game, there needs to be sportsmanship shown by the fans and competitors, especially because it’s worth 20 percent of the scoring rubric.

Student involvement is also a huge factor. Sandpoint is a big-ger school than Bonners, so if a lot of our students are involved in the stomp routine, the moose call, the moose painting, and most importantly, the fundraising, then we will have the advan-tage.

Fundraising is the biggest aspect of the competition. Bonners Ferry has less students than Sandpoint, meaning they don’t have to raise as much money. Yet they have beaten Sandpoint in this category every year. Not only will an increase in fundrais-ing help us gain more points for Moose Madness, all the money earned will stay within our community.

Moose Madness will be held in the Sandpoint High School gym on December 16th. Come join the fun!


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> GAME DAY <Les Rogers Court December 16th


The Madness is BackWritten by Brooke Obaitek, Staff Writer

FROM THE SHS CEDAR POST

SHS

The annual Moose Madness competition between Sandpoint and Bonners Ferry is coming up fast. With the competi-

tion being only a month away, students need to remember that Sandpoint has yet to beat Bonners. What will it take to become the champions of this spirit competition?

Sportsmanship is the key. Within all the activities such as cheer, dance, band, choir and the basketball game, there needs to be sportsmanship shown by the fans and competitors, especially because it’s worth 20 percent of the scoring rubric.

Student involvement is also a huge factor. Sandpoint is a big-ger school than Bonners, so if a lot of our students are involved in the stomp routine, the moose call, the moose painting, and most importantly, the fundraising, then we will have the advan-tage.

Fundraising is the biggest aspect of the competition. Bonners Ferry has less students than Sandpoint, meaning they don’t have to raise as much money. Yet they have beaten Sandpoint in this category every year. Not only will an increase in fundrais-ing help us gain more points for Moose Madness, all the money earned will stay within our community.

Moose Madness will be held in the Sandpoint High School gym on December 16th. Come join the fun!


S A N D P O I N T

Open 24 Hours!360 FIT SANDPOINT is a 24 hour family fitness center offering a clean

environment with top of the line fitness equipment to help you reach

your personal fitness goals.

606 N 5Th, SANDPOINT, ID 83864 · 208.263.7174

Scan to view our website!

Watch Monday Night Football on Large Screen TVs!

202 North First AvenueSandpoint, Idaho

208.265.8080

Now Open All Year Long!

SHS Cedar Post delivered by The Loading Dock

> GAME DAY <Les Rogers Court December 16th

DOWNTOWN SANDPOINT


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Wishing You Happy Holidays!Winter is finally here! The tree lighting at Jeff Jones Town Square kicked off the holidays in Sandpoint in spectacular fash-ion with the help of the Sandpoint Music Conservatory, Sandpoint High School Choir, Mayor Gretchen Heller and of course Santa Claus. This was just the beginning of what is going to be a wonderful holi-day in Sandpoint. Events to put on your calendar: Ladies Night Out, Sip N Shop, The Nutcracker and It’s A Wonderful Life at The Panida Theater. Santa will be at Cedar Street Bridge every Saturday from 11am-3pm. Remember to buy local this Christ-mas and support your local businesses, friends and families!

-Chris HovePresident of the DSBA

The Downtown Sandpoint Busi-ness Association represents down-town business interests. It does this by means of promoting a positive image for downtown Sandpoint as an exciting place to live, shop, do business, visit and invest, and by coordinating an annual schedule of events to bring residents and visitors into the downtown. Additionally, DSBA supports its member business-es, residents and visitors by advocating issues af-fecting downtown Sandpoint, and actively works to develop a stronger economic base by support-ing existing businesses and recruiting new busi-nesses. DSBA is also involved in downtown revi-talization projects and programs geared toward improving and sustaining the unique characteris-tics of downtown. The DSBA is a 501(c)6 nonprofit corporation with which the city of Sandpoint contracts to manage the Business Improvement District funds and activities.

What is the DSBA?

a family place on theCedar Street Bridge


READY, SET, SHOP...DOWNTOWN

Athlete’s Choice We carry a terrific selection of brand name sporting goods. We are committed to providing outstanding service, selection and value. 102 Cedar Street208.263.8158

Fabulous flowers, unique plants and clever [email protected] Cedar Street208.265.7900888.391.3033

Specializes in Western Weddings. Western Wear, Hats, Jeans Jewelry, Boots, & Gifts. 10% of all boot sales goes to Cocolalla Horse Rescue Ranch. www.TheSandStallion.com100 B Cedar Street208.255.5858

Authentic Native American Jewelry & Art. Roger Disbrow & Shaun Mathis.330 North 1st Avenue, #B208.255.7105

Blue Lizard Native American

Gallery

Skate, Snow, Wake. Lifestyle clothing, shoes & sunglasses. Everything you need to enjoy North Idaho. Like us on Facebook @ 7B Board Sports.210 North 2nd Avenue208.263.0707

Clothing, accessories, jewelry, cards - it’s all here and it’s all priced right!Like us on [email protected] N. First Avenue208.263.2178

Serving Sandpoint since 2005 for all your chic and trendy women’s clothing and accessory needs. Like us on Facebook! 324 1st Ave, Sandpoint208.263.1116

Gifts for all! A natural history store. We are your north Idaho source for recreation maps, field guides and outdoor accessories.Facebook.com/MapsandMoreSandpointMaps.com100 Cedar Street208.265.8883

When? Where? What?

Girls Night Out!Friday, December 9, 5-8pm downtown Sandpoint

Start at Pend Oreille Winery: Pick up punch card to take to downtown businesses to qualify for prizes.

Shopping, dining and other specials throughout downtown. Establishments will be offering fun give-aways, choco-lates, tastings and more! Ladies can register their wish list for easy “Man-Shopping” at Men’s Night Out on December 16th.* KPND will be doing live reporting from downtown shops and restaurants. There will also be a drawing for prizes to be held at the end location (to be announced). Grand Prize: “Night Out for Two,” which includes a certificate to LaQuinta Inn for a one night suite, a certificate for couples massage at The Spa at Seasons and a certificate to Trinity at City Beach. Other prizes, including a $150 consultation certificate to Marti Kellogg Interior Design and more will also be drawn.

*Men’s Night Out will be on Friday, December 16, 5-8pm. There will also be a kids night offered by The Presbyterian Church from 6-10pm for ages 0-12 with crafts, activities, movies, etc.

Wishing You Happy Holidays!

President of the DSBA


Christmas!Merry

Let’s Not Forget!No matter how much society tries

to change the meaning of Christ-mas, lets remember the true reason why we as a nation celebrate this time of year.

Christmas is celebrated on the 25th of December and commemorates the birth of Jesus Christ. The word Christmas is derived from the Old English word “Cristes maesse” which literally translates to Christ’s Mass. Although no one knows for sure the exact date of Christ’s birth, the date chosen to celebrate it is related to the Roman Saturnalia festival that lasted from the 17th-21st of Decem-ber. This date was chosen some-where during the 4th century AD by the heads of the church and the following is how Christmas evolved.

Christmas and Gift GivingGift-giving, likened the activity to that of the Magi, who gave gifts to baby Jesus, in this regard it became symbolic and necessary to the grand tradition of Christmas.

Christmas and Santa ClausThe character of Santa Claus is said to be inspired by Saint Nicholas of Myra, a bishop, who went around giving the poor children of his village gifts. The legend of Santa centres around the North Pole and his magical workshop of elves. Every year he makes presents for those children who were nice. Those who were naughty received nothing but a lump of coal. The figure of Santa has become inseparable from the tradition of Christmas on a whole.

Christmas and CarolsAnother important part of the Christmas celebrations are the sing-ing of carols. These have their origins in the past well before the concept of Christmas carols was actualized. Most of the popular carols we now sing were written in the 19th century and were sung from house to house near the Christmas season. Soon the church adopted this tradition in the 1820’s, giving these songs a greater sense of reverence.

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What do you like most about Christmas?

Lyndie: My birthdayis coming! Levi: Christmas Break! Rachel: Sledding!

Olen: Snow!Wyatt: Presents! Greyson: Everything!


Christmas!Merry

Let’s Not Forget!No matter how much society tries

to change the meaning of Christ-mas, lets remember the true reason why we as a nation celebrate this time of year.

Christmas is celebrated on the 25th of December and commemorates the birth of Jesus Christ. The word Christmas is derived from the Old English word “Cristes maesse” which literally translates to Christ’s Mass. Although no one knows for sure the exact date of Christ’s birth, the date chosen to celebrate it is related to the Roman Saturnalia festival that lasted from the 17th-21st of Decem-ber. This date was chosen some-where during the 4th century AD by the heads of the church and the following is how Christmas evolved.

Christmas and Gift GivingGift-giving, likened the activity to that of the Magi, who gave gifts to baby Jesus, in this regard it became symbolic and necessary to the grand tradition of Christmas.

Christmas and Santa ClausThe character of Santa Claus is said to be inspired by Saint Nicholas of Myra, a bishop, who went around giving the poor children of his village gifts. The legend of Santa centres around the North Pole and his magical workshop of elves. Every year he makes presents for those children who were nice. Those who were naughty received nothing but a lump of coal. The figure of Santa has become inseparable from the tradition of Christmas on a whole.

Christmas and CarolsAnother important part of the Christmas celebrations are the sing-ing of carols. These have their origins in the past well before the concept of Christmas carols was actualized. Most of the popular carols we now sing were written in the 19th century and were sung from house to house near the Christmas season. Soon the church adopted this tradition in the 1820’s, giving these songs a greater sense of reverence.

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‘Tis the Season for Fun!

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400 Schweitzer Plaza Drive, Suite 8Ponderay, Idaho 83852

208.265.7242

Find us on Facebook!

Sandpoint Christian School Kids talk Christmas

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Lots of styles and

colors!Check us out on

facebook

We have all the boards and accessories for every season!

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What do you like most about Christmas?

Lyndie: My birthdayis coming! Levi: Christmas Break! Rachel: Sledding!

Olen: Snow!Wyatt: Presents! Greyson: Everything!

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Brothers Rick and Randy Evans relocated their young families to Sandpoint just a few years ago, each with the objective of planting roots in ‘an amazing outdoor-oriented community that is all about family and friends’. Living in the same town for the first time since high

school, Rick finally convinced Randy (self-proclaimed coffee geek) to pursue his long time dream of starting his own cof-fee roasting business.

Evans Brothers Coffee was the result of many hours of brainstorming on Schweitzer’s Chair 6 during the brothers’ first winter in town. They set a goal to positively impact communities locally, and in the global communities from

which their beans would be sourced. Randy wanted to introduce the world’s finest coffees while connecting people to the stories behind the farmers, and the incred-ible journey coffee takes from ‘seed to cup’. Rick’s pas-sion also lay in connecting with people, with a goal of

building a long-lasting business that Sandpoint would be proud to call its own.

EBC has been true to their mission, hosting Neighbor-hood Tastings and successful fundraising events for area non-profits, donating coffee for large events like The Festival and Scenic Half, and leading by example in collaborating with other businesses towards mutual success.

Evans Brothers Coffee has quickly become a favorite Sandpoint business with many loyal customers. They have led a revitalization of the granary district, andhave expanded from the original Roasting Studio at 524 Church, by add-ing the Neighbor-hood Espresso Bar, and now Studio 524 Coffee Lounge. The Studio is a collabo-ration with pho-tographer Woods Wheatcroft and Al-tered Eco Designs, with an opening event scheduled for December 10th, 10am-1pm.

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Athletes of the Month

My Plan for the Future: I want to join the Marine Corps.

College I would like to Attend: I would like to attend a college in Florida.

My Worst Practice: My worst practice was last year during 6th grade football.

Favorite Food: My favorite food is tri-tip steak.

My Favorite Teacher: My favorite teacher is Mr. Ross.

Walker Jacobson

Sandpoint Junior High School. Plays Football.

To nominate an honoree go to www.facebook.com/newslinesonline.

Lani Wahl


My Plan for the Future: I plan to take ski racing as far as I can go, the US Ski Team or racing at the college level. I am also very interested in pursuing a degree and career in archaeology.

College I would like to Attend: Dartmouth College

My Worst Practice: I once hit a tree on the way to training and I’ve never heard the end of it!

Favorite Food: Anything Thai is good with me.

My Favorite Teacher: My favorite teacher is Mr. Haynes because I admire his sense of humor and he teaches my favorite subject (history).

Sandpoint High School. Junior Olympian Alpine Ski Racer for Schweitzer Alpine Racing School. Also plays soccer and track for SHS.

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Sandpoint’s Mobile Tire UnitThis is where they come to you to change

your tires.

Martin’s Alignment CenterThis is the full service automotive shop.

All Seasons MovingThis is where they will move your entire

household or just take the old couch to the thrift store.

The boys may look tough, but they know how to reach a woman’s heart.

They’ll come to you to change your tires, they’ll store those dirty, heavy,

winter and summer tires at their place (for free!!), and, if you need a ride

home or to work while they’re working on your vehicle, they will give you a

ride.

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Join us in supporting the bulldogs girls basketball, boys basketball and wrestling team this winter season!

RISING STARS

Athletes of the Month

My Plan for the Future: I want to join the Marine Corps.

College I would like to Attend: I would like to attend a college in Florida.

My Worst Practice: My worst practice was last year during 6th grade football.

Favorite Food: My favorite food is tri-tip steak.

My Favorite Teacher: My favorite teacher is Mr. Ross.

Walker Jacobson

Sandpoint Junior High School. Plays Football.

To nominate an honoree go to www.facebook.com/newslinesonline.

Lani Wahl


My Plan for the Future: I plan to take ski racing as far as I can go, the US Ski Team or racing at the college level. I am also very interested in pursuing a degree and career in archaeology.

College I would like to Attend: Dartmouth College

My Worst Practice: I once hit a tree on the way to training and I’ve never heard the end of it!

Favorite Food: Anything Thai is good with me.

My Favorite Teacher: My favorite teacher is Mr. Haynes because I admire his sense of humor and he teaches my favorite subject (history).

Sandpoint High School. Junior Olympian Alpine Ski Racer for Schweitzer Alpine Racing School. Also plays soccer and track for SHS.



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Monday-Friday, 9am-6:30pmSaturday, 9am-3pm

110 Tibbetts Drive, Ponderay

208.263.5484

30 Minute Massage • 6 Tans2 Lotion Packets • Eyewear

*Cannot be combined with other offers.

Gift Certificates Available

$50

Tanning • Hair • Massage • Nails

* (Closest Hotel to Schweitzer Mtn. Ski Resort) 477326 Highway 95 North

Ponderay, Idaho

Indoor Pool • Hot Tub Express Start Breakfast

Fitness CenterMeeting Rooms

Ski Packages Available!

Front Desk: 208.255.4500Book Online or Call: 1.800.315.2621

Prompt, Convenient Medical Care for Minor Injuries and Illnesses

208.265.4383 302 South First Street | Highway 95 @ Superior

WALK IN * NO APPOINTMENT

NEEDEDExtended Hours * 7 Days a Week

RE/MAX All Seasons

RE/MAX All Seasons wishes you a Merry Christmas and a Prosperous

and Healthy New Year!

www.AllSeasonsTeam.com509 North Fifth Avenue, Suite E

Sandpoint, Idaho 83864

208.255.7400

To nominate an honoree go to www.facebook.com/newslinesonline. LOCAL BUZZ

Full Service Automotive RepairEngine Repair, Alignments, Tune-Ups, Brakes, Etc.

Make an appointment or drop in!

208.265.8090425 North Division, Sandpoint

(at the old Swede’s shop, next to the Library)

Sandpoint’s Mobile Tire UnitThis is where they come to you to change

your tires.

Martin’s Alignment CenterThis is the full service automotive shop.

All Seasons MovingThis is where they will move your entire

household or just take the old couch to the thrift store.

The boys may look tough, but they know how to reach a woman’s heart.

They’ll come to you to change your tires, they’ll store those dirty, heavy,

winter and summer tires at their place (for free!!), and, if you need a ride

home or to work while they’re working on your vehicle, they will give you a

ride.

Winter Tire Installation•

Oil Changes•

Tune-Ups

Three Shops in One!

A Woman’s DreamAutomotive Shop

1

2

3


Yard CareSERVICES

SNOW REMOVAL SERVICES

Leo Addison | 208.610.3144

Photos by Jason Duchow Photography

Winter Sports Season is Underway!

1227 Michigan StreetSandpoint, Idaho 83864

208.255.4380

www.ThreeAmigosPlumbing.comServing Idaho & Washington



Join us in supporting the bulldogs girls basketball, boys basketball and wrestling team this winter season!

December - Senior Class Fundraising for Grad Night. The Junior class will be holding four silent auctions during the home basketball games in December and January in order to help raise funds for Senior Grad Night at Triple Play. They are asking the community to help donate and give our seniors a safe place to celebrate on their special night. 208.818.7498

December 5, 6, 8, 12, 13 - Sip & Shop. From 5-8pm enjoy a nice glass of wine while enjoying some Christmas shopping at the same time. A percentage of all sales go to support local non-profits. 208.265.8545

December 6 - Women in Business Luncheon. The Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce will be sponsoring this event from 12-1pm in the Community Room of the Panhandle State Bank. The Chamber encourages everyone in the community to attend and learn some crucial keys to success. Cost for the lunch is $14 for members and $17 for non members. Reservations are required by calling 208.263.2161

December 8 - 10, 15 - 17, 19 -24 - Santa Claus at Cedar Street Bridge. Come visit the “North Pole” on Cedar Street Bridge from 11am-3pm. All children are invited to bring their adults and visit with Santa. Professional photos will be available as well. 208.255.1876

December 8 - Chamber Hosts Holiday Luncheon. Come enjoy this annual event from 12-1pm at the Community Room of the Panhandle State Bank. There will be special performances throughout the luncheon that you won’t want to miss. Their annual Toys for Tots Drive will also be taking place so feel free to bring an unwrapped toy to donate to a deserving child. Space is limited so please call 208.263.2161 for reservations.

December 8 - BNA Holiday Gathering. The Sandpoint Business Networking Alliance is having its Holiday Gathering from 5:30-7:30pm at the Sandpoint Charter School at 614 Madison Street. Cost is $7 per person which will include a light buffet. Spouses and friends are welcome. 208.610-2005

December 8, 15, 22, 29 - Bingo. Every Thursday night The Loading Dock hosts Bingo Night from

5-8pm. Prizes, food and beer specials are available throughout the night. 208.265.8080

December 9 - Girls Night Out. Just for the ladies, men can shop too, come and enjoy extended shopping hours until 8pm. Enjoy local eats and treats with your girlfriends while at the same time checking off those gifts you need to buy for Christmas. 208.255.1876

December 9 - A Day for Heather. Join

Schweitzer for this very special Day for Heather. Lift tickets are $10 and all ticket proceeds will benefit the Community Cancer Services of Sandpoint. 877.487.4643

December 9 - Contra Dance. Parks and Recreation teams up with Emily Faulkner to bring you a Contra Dance at the Sandpoint Community Hall from 7-10:30pm. No experience is necessary and you can bring a partner or come alone. $5 donation is appreciated. 208.263.3613

December 11 - North Idaho Bed and Breakfast Holiday Tour. This is the 22nd annual tour from 12-5pm. This year they have added a Craft Show showcasing handcrafted items by both Innkeepers and local artists. See beautifully decorated homes, shop for one-of-a-kind gifts, enjoy refreshments and support local charities. The tour is free with a non-perishable food donation or cash donation for the Christmas For All Fund. 208.683.2290

December 15 - Moms Next. Come explore MOMSense, a common sense guide to confident mothering and a practical strategy for every mom to figure out how to be a better mom. Meeting will be held at the Greenhouse, 1230 Michigan, from 6:30-8pm. Meetings will be held on the third Thursday of every month through March. Read more at www.mops.org/momsnext.

December 16 - “Parents Night Out”. First Presbyterian Church is offering free babysitting for children up to age 12 so parents can get their Christmas shopping

done while at the same time knowing their children are being well taken care of. Crafts, reading games, and more will be offered from 6-9pm at 417 N. 4th Avenue. 208.263.2047

December 17 - Great Scott Race. The Great Scott cross country ski race is the first race in the Schweitzer Nordic Series and promises to be a ton of fun!

December 17 - Christmas Giving Day. Join this community effort along with the Memorial Community Center in Hope to help our local families in need this holiday season. Each family will receive a food basket full of


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December - Senior Class Fundraising for Grad Night. The Junior class will be holding four silent auctions during the home basketball games in December and January in order to help raise funds for Senior Grad Night at Triple Play. They are asking the community to help donate and give our seniors a safe place to celebrate on their special night. 208.818.7498

December 5, 6, 8, 12, 13 - Sip & Shop. From 5-8pm enjoy a nice glass of wine while enjoying some Christmas shopping at the same time. A percentage of all sales go to support local non-profits. 208.265.8545

December 6 - Women in Business Luncheon. The Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce will be sponsoring this event from 12-1pm in the Community Room of the Panhandle State Bank. The Chamber encourages everyone in the community to attend and learn some crucial keys to success. Cost for the lunch is $14 for members and $17 for non members. Reservations are required by calling 208.263.2161

December 8 - 10, 15 - 17, 19 -24 - Santa Claus at Cedar Street Bridge. Come visit the “North Pole” on Cedar Street Bridge from 11am-3pm. All children are invited to bring their adults and visit with Santa. Professional photos will be available as well. 208.255.1876

December 8 - Chamber Hosts Holiday Luncheon. Come enjoy this annual event from 12-1pm at the Community Room of the Panhandle State Bank. There will be special performances throughout the luncheon that you won’t want to miss. Their annual Toys for Tots Drive will also be taking place so feel free to bring an unwrapped toy to donate to a deserving child. Space is limited so please call 208.263.2161 for reservations.

December 8 - BNA Holiday Gathering. The Sandpoint Business Networking Alliance is having its Holiday Gathering from 5:30-7:30pm at the Sandpoint Charter School at 614 Madison Street. Cost is $7 per person which will include a light buffet. Spouses and friends are welcome. 208.610-2005

December 8, 15, 22, 29 - Bingo. Every Thursday night The Loading Dock hosts Bingo Night from

5-8pm. Prizes, food and beer specials are available throughout the night. 208.265.8080

December 9 - Girls Night Out. Just for the ladies, men can shop too, come and enjoy extended shopping hours until 8pm. Enjoy local eats and treats with your girlfriends while at the same time checking off those gifts you need to buy for Christmas. 208.255.1876

December 9 - A Day for Heather. Join

Schweitzer for this very special Day for Heather. Lift tickets are $10 and all ticket proceeds will benefit the Community Cancer Services of Sandpoint. 877.487.4643

December 9 - Contra Dance. Parks and Recreation teams up with Emily Faulkner to bring you a Contra Dance at the Sandpoint Community Hall from 7-10:30pm. No experience is necessary and you can bring a partner or come alone. $5 donation is appreciated. 208.263.3613

December 11 - North Idaho Bed and Breakfast Holiday Tour. This is the 22nd annual tour from 12-5pm. This year they have added a Craft Show showcasing handcrafted items by both Innkeepers and local artists. See beautifully decorated homes, shop for one-of-a-kind gifts, enjoy refreshments and support local charities. The tour is free with a non-perishable food donation or cash donation for the Christmas For All Fund. 208.683.2290

December 15 - Moms Next. Come explore MOMSense, a common sense guide to confident mothering and a practical strategy for every mom to figure out how to be a better mom. Meeting will be held at the Greenhouse, 1230 Michigan, from 6:30-8pm. Meetings will be held on the third Thursday of every month through March. Read more at www.mops.org/momsnext.

December 16 - “Parents Night Out”. First Presbyterian Church is offering free babysitting for children up to age 12 so parents can get their Christmas shopping

done while at the same time knowing their children are being well taken care of. Crafts, reading games, and more will be offered from 6-9pm at 417 N. 4th Avenue. 208.263.2047

December 17 - Great Scott Race. The Great Scott cross country ski race is the first race in the Schweitzer Nordic Series and promises to be a ton of fun!

December 17 - Christmas Giving Day. Join this community effort along with the Memorial Community Center in Hope to help our local families in need this holiday season. Each family will receive a food basket full of


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at the Panida while listening to Tingstad and Rumbel in concert at 7:30pm.

January 27 - 29 - The Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour. The Tour will be stopping in Sandpoint at the Panida. Doors will open at 6pm with films beginning at 7pm Proceeds from the event will go to The Satipo Kids Project which funds 38 school-age children from Peru to attend elementary school. Tickets are $12 in advance and $15 at the door.

all the essentials for cooking a holiday meal, plus an assortment of non-perishable food donations and gifts for the whole family. Help continue this tradition by contributing your time, money, or both! Donations needed by December 8th. 208.264.5481

December 17, 21, 25 - 1 - Tubing/ Zipline. Come visit Schweitzer with two lanes of tubing fun and two side by side ziplines. Hermit’s Hollow will be open for some incredible adventure (conditions permitting). For more information, or to make a reservation, visit or call the Activity Center at 208.255.3081.

December 16 - 17 - Holiday Soiree. Come shop the finest local Artists and Craftsmen for all your gifts. The Arts Alliance is hosting this Holiday Soiree at the Sandpoint Center for the Arts on Friday from 5-8pm. and Saturday from 10-4pm. Come enjoy wine, hors d’oeuvres, music, coffee and desserts. 208.265.2787

December 20 - Moonlight Snowshoe Hike. Hike through majestic old growth forests on Schweitzer under a beautiful winter starry sky with our Activities hosts from 6-9pm. 208.255.3081

December 24 - Santa Visit’s Schweitzer. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be skiing around the mountain passing out candy to all the kids from 1-3pm. The day will be filled with Christmas fun, a balloon parade, and last minute wishes with Santa! December 25 - Merry Christmas! December 28 - KPND Ski and Board Party. Come enjoy an evening of food, fun, prizes and more at Connie’s Café, 323 Cedar Street. 208.255.2227 December 29 - Snowshoe Hike. Join their host as you stroll through beautiful old growth forests from 10am-12pm. See Schweitzer from a different perspective on their quiet snowshoe trails. 208.255.3081

December 8 - Music Conservatory Student Concert. Come out to the First Presbyterian Church, 417 N.

4th Avenue, to hear these young talented musicians showcase their music skills. Ages under 11 begin at 5:30pm and 11 and older begin at 6:30pm. Admission is free but donations are appreciated. 208.265.4444

December 9 - Terrible Buttons. Come out for a night of good food and entertainment when the band the Terrible Buttons with special guest J Wong will be performing live at Little Olive, 124 S. 2nd Avenue. Tickets are $8 in advance or $10 at the door. Must be

21 or older to attend. 208.597.7499

December 9, 10, 16, 17 - It’s a Wonderful Life. The Panida hosts this unique 1940’s radio style live presentation where the audience is part of a “radio studio”, complete with a group singing local commercials. Friday and Saturday evening showings are at 7pm with Saturday afternoon showings at 1pm. 208.263.9191

December 16 - Scrooge. Studio 1 Dance Studio will perform Scrooge at the Sandpoint Events Center at 6:3pm. Charles Dickens classic “A Christmas Carol”, will be retold through dance at this seasonal event. 208.610.1944

December 18 - Christmas Dance Concert. The Allegro Dance Studio is proud to present their Christmas

Dance Concert at the Panida at 6pm.

December 19 - The Storytelling Company. In its fifth season, the Story Telling Company is back and will be at Di Luna’s Café at 207 Cedar Street beginning at 5pm for dinner with the show following at 6pm. Come fill your plate and please your palate with a special menu for the show. Fine wine selections and other great beverages will also be available. Call 208.263.0846 for reservations.

December 20 - Christmas Show. Danceworks is proud to present their Christmas Show at the Panida at 7pm.

January 6 - 27 - Starlight Junior Race Series. Local race series begins up on Schweitzer on Friday nights in January.

January 7 - Winter Trails Day. Come out to Schweitzer and try out their cross country ski trails and snowshoe trails for free this day.

January 21 - Tingstad & Rumbel. Come enjoy a night


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music schedulesForty-One South Thursdays - Neighbor John Kelley and Robert Crader in the lounge. Saturdays - Bruce Bishop in the main dining room. Wednesday 12/14 - Mac Lloyd in the lounge. Open Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve for dinner service as well.

Eichardt’s Pub Join us for Blues Jam every Monday with host Truck Mills. The Charley Packard Band plays every Wednesday. ***Text “livemusic” to 35819 to sign up for pub updates.

Trinity at City Beach Spend Tuesdays with Mike and Friends from 5pm to 8pm. Come down to Trinity at city Beach every Tuesday at 5pm to enjoy wonderful food and live music. It’s a great night to go out with the family. Also join us Fridays for the sounds of Bruce Bishop. For more information and updates on events visit us on Facebook at facebook.com/trinityatcity-beach.

Pend d’Oreille Winery Hours for music are from 5-8pm except where noted. 12/2 - The Discount Quartet 12/5 - Holly McGarry 12/9 - Powell Brothers 12/16 - Ron Kieper 12/23- Cedar and Boyer 12/20 - Mike and Shanna Thompson

Coldwater Creek Winebar 12/1 - Cedar and Boyer, 7-10pm 12/2 - Living Well, 6-9pm 12/7 - Kurt kondratko, 5-7pm (Happy Hour) 12/9 - Bright Moments, 7-10pm 12/10 - Truck Mills, 6-9pm 12/12 - Ray Allen, 5-7pm (Happy Hour) 12/13 - Ray Allen, 5-7pm (Happy Hour) 12/14 - Roxy Fuller, 5-7pm (Happy Hour) 12/15 - Roxy Fuller, 5-7pm (Happy Hour) 12/16 - Mike and Shanna Thompson, 7-10pm 12/17 - Brother Music (Special Day Set 1-4pm) 12/19 - Truck Mills, 5-7pm (Happy Hour) 12/20 - Roxy Fuller, 5-7pm (Happy Hour) 12/21 - Roxy fuller, 5-7pm (Happy Hour) 12/22 - Truck Mills, 5-7pm (Happy Hour) 12/23 - Kari Margarite and the 76, 7-10pm 12/30 - Bridges Home, 7-10pm

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Golf Courses

Dining

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LocalSkiBusinesses Resort

Nearby

We carry appliance and small engine parts. All the most common parts and most others can be here the next day.

Great Experience.

Come check out our new location at

21 McGhee Road, Suite 105

208.265.55001.877.866.9175

Photos from www.Sandpoint.com

Floor Show880 Kootenai Cutoff Roadwww.FloorShowSandpoint.com 208.263.5198

Providing the Best In:

• tile• stonewindow fashions• counter tops• woodcarpet

Walmart 2485476999 Highway 95 N. Ponderay, Idaho 83852208.265.8332

Be one of the first to see our Black Friday Specials! Visit www.Walmart.com!

Discover our fresh deals!

Grunberg, SchlossCollector’s Cabinet

WE BUY, SELL & TRADECOINS (US & WORLD) • GOLD • SILVER

TOKENS • PAPER MONEY METAL DETECTORS

PROSPECTING SUPPLIES & BOOKS COIN COLLECTING SUPPLIES & BOOKS

FOOD GRADE STORAGE SUPPLIES210-C Triangle Drive | Ponderay

Mon-Fri or Call for Appointment | 208.263.6060

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Located just two miles north of Sandpoint, Ponderay is home to numer-ous businesses, commercial developments, including the Bonner Mall,

Bonner Cinemas, Walmart, Staples, Home Depot, Sandpoint Furniture, many restaurants, car dealerships and more. Known by many as “The Little City That Can,” Ponderay has something for everyone. Come see and explore Ponderay!

Casual

Golf Courses

Dining

If you would like to add your business, please call LikeMedia at 208.904.3838. EXPLORE PONDERAY


LocalSkiBusinesses Resort

Nearby

We carry appliance and small engine parts. All the most common parts and most others can be here the next day.

Great Experience.

Come check out our new location at

21 McGhee Road, Suite 105

208.265.55001.877.866.9175

Photos from www.Sandpoint.com

Auto PArts/sAles/service

Martin’s Full Service AutomotiveMobile tire unit, alignment center and All Season’s Moving. 208.265.8090

Staci Bailey PhotographySpecializing in newborn and toddler photography.stacibaileyphotography.com208.610.4274

Flowers

Nieman’s Floral & Music215 Cedar Street, Sand-point. 888.499.9534 or 208.263.3024

lAwn & GArden

Pac West PartsSales & Service126 N. 3rd Ave., Sandpoint208.265.5500

MAssAGe

Susan JanssenCertified Massage Therapist at Sandpoint Salon in the heart of downtown. 111 N. 1st Ave. 208.255.2277 or 208.255.8464

PAintinG

Have Brush, Will TravelPower washing and paint-ing. Homes, trailers, etc. Int. & ext.208.263.5648

PluMbinG

Benett PlumbingAll your plumbing and maintenance needs for home and business.208.265.5555

Three Amigos Plumbingand MaintenanceServing North Idaho and Eastern Washington.Sandpoint: 208.255.8440 Oldtown: 208.437.2935

rolFinG

Owen Marcus M.A.Certified Advanced Rolfer219 Cedar St. Suite A,Sandpoint. Align.org208.265.8440

storAGe

All About Storage160 McNearney Rd, Pon-deray. Near the new animal shelter. 208.263.7075

tAnninG

Sandpoint Tanning SalonNicole Rust Owner. 111 N. 1st Ave., Sandpoint.208.255.1316

tree services

Dirk’s Tree Care, Inc.Crown thinning, cabling & stump grinding. 235 Wild Horse Trail, Sandpoint.208.263.1003

BUSINESS GUIDEAssisted livinG

Luther Park at Sandpoint“Where aging is all about living.” 510 S. Olive Ave., Sandpoint. Luther-Park.org. 208.265.3557


HeAtinG And coolinG

Pend Orielle Mechanical*Specializing In Heating And Air Conditioning1207 Highway 2, Sandpoint208.263.6163

FAMily Medicine

Mountain View Family MedicineTimothy R. Bonine, MD1309 Ponderosa DriveSandpoint208.263.9545

insurAnce Advocate Insurance Full service and locally owned insurance agency.www.advocateins.com506 Alder Street, Sandpoint208.255.2222

doG trAininG

Dog Training & BoardingFor detailed information, to include training options, pricing &contact info, please visit “www.SandpointDogTrainingAndBoarding.com”

PArties & entertAinMent

Magic by Star Star Alexander, Magical Edutainer. Birthdays, Holi-day Parties, School Shows, Special Events.www.MagicByStar.com208.610.8656

counselinG

Rawling’s CommunityCounselingSpecializing In Solutions Focused, Family Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Approaches, & EMDR Trauma Treatment.208.946.1386

Furniture

Sandpoint FurnitureMaking your house a home for 65 years!401 Bonner Mall Way, Ponderay208.263.5138

sPA & sAlon Spa at SeasonsCome enjoy our facials, massages, body treat-ments, nails and more!424 Sandpoint AvenueSandpoint208.263.5616 or888.263.5616

HoMe restorAtion

Disaster MastersWe specialize in complete fire, water, smoke and wind restoration.30410 Hwy 200. St. 201Ponderay208.290.6660

Trinity at City BeachWaterfront dining. Fresh seafood, steaks and salads.58 Bridge Street At City Beach, Sandpoint208.255.7558

HoMe MAintenAnce

DSS Home Preservation ServicesHave your home mainte-nanced today!223 Cedar Street, Sandpoint208.263.1572

Forty-One SouthBeautiful fine-diningon Lake Pend Oreille41 Lakeshore DriveSagle, Idaho208.265.2000

restAurAnt

Eichardt’s Pub & GrillA great pub and hangout.212 Cedar Street,Sandpoint208.263.4005

HosPitAl

Bonner General HospitalQuality, compassionate care for you400 Schweitzer Plaza DrivePonderay, Idaho208.263.0649

MuseuM

Bird Aviation Museum &Invention Center325 Bird Ranch RoadSagle, Idaho208.255.4321

Food

Litehouse Foods Inc.Committed to bringing you high quality dressings, herbs, cheeses and more!P.O. Box 1969Sandpoint1.800.669.3169

PHotoGrAPHy

Jason Duchow PhotographySpecializing in sports photography.208.290.5810

Guest rAncH

Western PleasuresCabin rentals, horseback rides, family reunions &weddings!1413 Upper Gold Creek, Sandpoint208.263.9066

Sandpoint Urgent CareNo appointment needed.302 South First Street208.265.4383

scHool

Sandpoint ChristianSchoolPreschool to grade 12.477954 Highway 95Ponderay, Idaho208.265.8624

reAl estAte

REMAX509 N. 5th Ave, Ste. ESandpoint208.255.7400

Windward StudioProfessional portraits.3210 Westmond RoadSagle, Idaho208.263.1725

Photos by Sandpoint.com

ACTIVITIES AND FUN


What do you have in December that you don’t have in any other month?

The letter “D”!

What does Father Christmas suffer from if he gets stuck in a chimney?

Santa Claustrophobia!

Why does Father Christmas go down the chimney ?

Because it soots him!

How many chimney does Father Christmas go down?

Stacks!

What do snowmen eat for breakfast? Snowflakes!

Why does Santa have three gardens? So he can ho-ho-ho!

Where do snowmen go to dance? Snowballs!

Christmas Word Find!

Great Jokes! Why was Santa’s little helper depressed? He had low ELF esteem!

What do you get when you cross a snow-man with a shark?

Frostbite!

Where do you find reindeer? It depends on where you leave them!

What do snowmen eat for lunch? Icebergers!

What do reindeer have that no other ani-mals have?

Baby reindeer!

What’s red and white and falls down the chimney?

Santa Klutz!

If athletes get athlete’s foot, then what do astronauts get?

Missile toe.

Why is it so cold at Christmas?It’s in Decembrrrrr.

What do elves learn in school? The Elf-abet!

What nationality is Santa Claus? North Polish.

Why does Scrooge love Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer?

Because every buck is dear to him.

The reason Santa has to be a man: No woman is going to wear the same outfit,

year after year.

What do you call Santa’s helpers? Subordinate Clauses.

Why does Santa wear red underwear?He’s a man. He did all his laundry in one

load.

How come you never hear anything about the 10th reindeer “Olive”? Olive? Yeah, you

know, “Olive the other reindeer, used to laugh and call him names!”

Who brings the Christmas presents to police stations?

Santa Clues.

What’s red and white and falls down the chimney?

Santa Klutz!

What has fins, a tail, and is mailed to you at Christmas?

A Christmas cod!

What is Santa’s favorite American state?Idaho-ho-ho!

What would you have if Santa brought you a kitten and a puppy?

A meowy Christmas and a yappy New Year!

Why was Santa’s sick helper reluctant to go to the hospital?

Because he didn’t have elf insurance!

Where does Christmas come before Thanks-giving?

In the dictionary!

Why does Santa hire elves to make his toys?Because they make short work of the job!

What would you call it if your wedding day was December 25?A Marry Christmas!

400 Schweitzer Plaza Dr · Suite #1 · Ponderay, ID · 208-263-0649Open Mon-Fri 9am to 7pm and Sat & Sun 11am to 7pm

Bonner General Immediate Care

208.263.1441 · www.BonnerGeneral.com

It’s all in a year’s work.

344 babies born4,117 surgical procedures

2,163 inpatient admissions55,068 outpatient registrations

8,531 emergency department visits28,096 diagnostic imaging studies

Individual Therapy • Adult, Child and AdolescentsAnxiety • Depression • Grief • Trauma, EMDR

Communication Skills

Ashley Wendland MS, LPC208-946-5242

212 North 1st Avenue, Suite 203 • Sandpoint, Idaho 83864www.sy r ingapsych o th e r ap y.com

Eric Skinner(208)[email protected]

316 N. 2nd Avenue, Suite A-1, Sandpoint, Idaho 83864Office (208) 255-2244 | Fax (208) 255-1771www.Ponderay.com

MLS 21102169

Absolute breathtaking views of the Kootenai River Valley!! High quality custom built 3 bed 2.5 bath home w/� mber frame accents on 5 private acres.

You must see the inside of this home!

$529,000.00

1 acre lots and large estate parcels available Power, Sewer and Water ready for you to build 5 minutes to downtown Sandpoint and 10 min-utes to Schweitzer Mountain Ski Resort!

Lot 1 (1acre) $349,000.00

MLS 21102744 Incredible 3 bedroom 2.5 bath home designed to take in the best views of Lake Pend Oreille and surrounding mountains. This home features a large deck with hot tub, high ceilings, spacious kitchen with Hickory Cabinets, Master Suite with je� ed soak tub, and completely furnished 2 bedroom guest quarters with private kitchen and laundry room. $499,000.00

Lot 2 (2.5acres) $175,000.00

Lot 3 (1.64acres) $159,000.00


Lunch: Mon-Fri 11:30am to 2:00pmDinner: Mon-Sat 5:00pm to 9:00pm

-Closed Sundays-

Bangkok CuisineAuthentic Thai Restaurant

Dine In • Take Out • Catering

[email protected].

Try our line of Cook at HomeThai Curry, Peanut Sauce and Silver Bags

available at:

Behind Bongo Brew onKootenai Cutoff RdOpen Mon-Sat 8-5:30Megan & Jonah Lucht 255-4863

Organic Breakfast & Lunch Cafe - Delicious Take HomeLook for our consciously baked GLUTEN FREE & Vegan Desserts by Conscience Confections BakerySunday brunch from 10-3 Soon Opening a botanical medicine corner with Cara Johnson.

208.265.4149 | 202 North Second Avenue | Sandpoint, Idaho Just East of Home Depot on Kootenai Cutoff Road

Organic Breakfast & Lunch Cafe!

For more info contact Megan and Jonah Lucht 208.255.4863

Open Monday - Saturday

8am to 4pm

Delicious Take Home Dinners!

208.255.4863

on map for taste buds

Gluten Free upon Request

Scan me for menu!

2nd Wind Fitness Syringa Salon

Gift Certificates Available for all Three Businesses! Find us on !

Lake to Mountain Massage and Nutritional Therapy

Lake to Mountain Massage Nutritional Therapy&

Suzanne Kaplan, Owner Massage and Nutrition

21 Day Purification Program Starting

in January

218 Cedar Street, Suite 207Sandpoint, Idaho

208.610.3591

Molly Benefield, StylistMen, Women & Children’s

Hair Cuts • ColorFacial Waxing • Pedicures

25% off cuts and color for the month of December!

302 Cedar Street, Suite CSandpoint, Idaho

208.290.3010

Missi Balison, OwnerPrivate & Small Group

Training • Massage

December Special:10 Personal Training Sessions - $200

Group Excercise Classes - $5www.secondwindfitness.net

1527 Baldy Park DriveSandpoint, Idaho

208.290.2081

Whole Body Wellness

Thrive! Nourish! Radiance!

1207 Dover Hwy.Sandpoint, Idaho

208.263.6163

Pend Oreille Mechanical has full heating, air conditioning and refrigeration service departments. Our installation and service personnel are trained to satisfy your every need in all areas of heating, cooling, refrigeration, venting, sheet metal, hydronic heat and radiant heat.


Service, Parts, Body Shop & Auto Spa: Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm

Tim MaierSales

Renee ClarksonFinance

Joe JensenSales

Check out our Body Shop and Collision Center!

Ken YountSales

Test drive a car and get a free lunch on us!

If we don’t have the vehicle you are looking for, we will

find it for you! NEW or USED.

WANTEDGOOD-USED VEHICLESWE WILL BUY YOURS

PAID FOR OR NOT

HappyHolidays!

It can mean many things.Diagnostic Special $49.95*We have the new Verus Diagnostic

Tool to scan any make or model.“I will match any written

service quote.”-E. Franck, Service Manager

Don’t have a QR Code reader? Find one at

mobile-barcodes.com.

Buy a $25

Gift Certificate

for $20!Good for parts, service,

or auto spa.Certificate must be

purchased by 12/24/2011.

Gift Certificate expires 11/30/2012.

Check Engine Light On?

• We work with all insurance companies• State of the art paint booth• Speedliner Spray in Bedliners• Paintless Dent Removal• Windshield Replacement

*minimum $400 repair

$50* off your next body shop repair

800.235.41036471 Bonner Street

Bonners Ferry, Idahowww.RiversideAuto.com

December 2011 Sandpoint Newsline

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