Harvest Fest: final Sandpoint Farmers’ Market—Oct 18, 9 am–2 pm at Farmin Park. Rain or shine; donate for a food-bank raffle ticket.

Fall for fun at Apple Fest, Oct 11 in downtown Sandpoint—a free, family-friendly street festival with apple-themed games, treats, and shop specials.

Panhandle Preparedness Expo: Oct 4–5 at Bonner County Fairgrounds, Sandpoint—free event with vendors, expert speakers, and hands-on emergency readiness demos.

Celebrate 45 years: Bonner Community Food Bank, Oct 11, 5–8 pm, Bonner County Fairgrounds. Small plates, auctions, community support. BonnerFoodBank.org