Seven compelling reasons to park it this week

As if you need a good reason to go to the park in the summer, here are a few more. You could literally visit the park every day this week just by following this list:

1. Movies in the Park — The Bonner County Historical Museum shows a free screening of Disney’s “Moana” at Lakeview Park today at 6:30 p.m. Visit their website for details.

2. Farmers’ Market — Food, fun, art, music (Beth Pederson & Betsy Hammet perform tomorrow) and the Bookmobile too! There are never two markets the same at Farmin Park on Saturdays.

3. Storytime in the Park — The Library’s Mother Goose and Preschool Storytime programs hit the park (Travers Park) this month on Tuesdays at 10: 15 and 11 a.m. respectively.

4. STEM in the Park — Part of The Library’s “Build A Better World” themed Summer Reading initiative. Each week kids learn a new useful skill at Travers Park.

5. Family Star Party — The park at night is a beautiful sight! Extend bed time to join us for star gazing fun with astronomer, Sandy Nichols at Travers Park.

6. Solar Eclipse: An Observer’s Guide — Prepare in advance to get the most out of your eclipse viewing experience with help from the Spokane Astronomical Society at Travers Park.

7. StoryWalk — Go it alone, or bring the family to any of the three StoryWalk locations to read, breathe fresh air, and get a little exercise.

Studies show that people who visit local parks feel more connected to their community. Take advantage of these opportunities to enjoy summer, engage your brain, and connect to our community.

All of the following classes and events take place at the Sandpoint Branch Library, 1407 Cedar, unless otherwise indicated.

- Saturday, July 22 — Computer class on computer basics, 8:15 a.m. sharp. What’s a gigabyte? What makes a computer work? How do I manage my files? These questions and more are answered in this class. Space is limited and preregistration is required - 263-6930.

- Saturday, July 22 — Organic Seed Saving, 1-3 p.m. Come and discuss organic gardening and seed saving. Bring food and seeds to share if you can. If you can’t, come anyway! For more information, contact Camisse Nitkowski at 263-6248.

- Monday, July 24 — Sing-along with Alexis, 10:30 a.m. Alexis plays guitar while kids and families sing lots of fun songs. Contact Suzanne Davis for more information, 263-6930, ext. 1211.

- Tuesday, June 25 — Storytime in the Park; Mother Goose Reading & Singing, 10:15 a.m. Early literacy and childhood engagement for ages 0-3 at the Travers Park pavilion, 2100 Pine St. Ques-tions? Contact Suzanne Davis, 263-6930, ext.1211; or suzanne@ebonnerlibrary.org.

- Tuesday, June 25 — Storytime in the Park; Preschool Story Time, 11 a.m. Interactive reading and activities for ages 2-5 and caregivers at the Travers Park pavilion, 2100 Pine St. Contact Suzanne Davis for details, 263-6930, ext. 1211; or suzanne@ebonnerlibrary.org for more information.

- Tuesday, June 25 — Make It at The Library is canceled for summer. For information contact Morgan, 263-6930, ext. 1245; or morgan@ebonnerlibrary.org.

- Tuesday, June 25 — 3D printing workshop, 5 p.m. Learn what 3D printers are used for and how to design your own 3D printable object. This class is beginner level. Space is limited and pre-registration is required. Information: 263-6930.

- Wednesday, July 26 — Clark Fork Stories and More, 10:30 a.m. Stories, crafts, prizes and snacks for kids ages 3-8. At the East Bonner County Library District’s Clark Fork branch, 601 Main. Call 266-1321 for more information.

- Wednesday, July 26 — Clark Fork Make It at the Library, 2 p.m. Kids make a variety of age appropriate projects. East Bonner County Library’s Clark Fork branch, 601 Main St. Call Morgan at 263-6930, ext. 1245; or 266-1321 for details.

- Wednesday, July 26 — Crafternoon — Celtic Bands; 2 p.m. Create a craft to take home. Free family fun. For more information, download the poster from the events page at eBonnerLibrary.org or call Suzanne at 263-6930, ext. 1211.

- Wednesday, July 26 — Teen Summer Reading — Clark Fork Nerf Battle, 7 p.m. Teens take over the Clark Fork Library after hours with capture the flag, tag, and an epic Nerf battle. Bring you own Nerf gun and ammo. Questions? Contact Morgan at 263-6930, ext. 1245.

- Thursday, July 27 — STEM in the Park, 12:30 p.m. Five weeks of hands-on learning fun with science, technology, engineering, and math projects at Travers Park, 2100 Pine St. A Build A Better World Summer Reading partnership of the East Bonner County Library District and Sandpoint Parks and Recreation. For more information, contact Suzanne at The Library: 263-6930, ext. 1211, or suzanne@ebonnerlibrary.org.

- Thursday, July 27 — Marble Mania, 1 p.m. More summer fun at the East Bonner County Library District Clark Fork Branch, 601 Main. Call 266-1321 for more information.

- Thursday, July 27 — Magic Class & Magic Show, 3 p.m., class; 6 p.m., show. A magical afternoon and evening. The second Build A Better World Summer Reading prize will be drawn after the show. For more information, contact Suzanne at 263-6930, ext. 1211.

- Friday, July 28 — Teen Writers Club. Canceled for the summer. For information, contact Morgan, 263-6930, ext. 1245; or morgan@ebonnerlibrary.org.

- Friday, July 28 — Teen Summer Reading — National Teen Lock-In and Nerf Battle, 8 p.m. A night of fun and games with teens from libraries across the country! Escape rooms, author chats, 3D design, and more. Take over the library after hours and have pancakes in the morning, served by Morgan. Bring sleeping bag, pillow, PJs and Nerf gun/ammo if you have it. Preregistration required; call 263-6930 ext. 1245.

- Friday, July 28 — Star Party, 9:15 p.m. Look through telescopes and learn about the stars with Astronomer Sandy Nichols of the Spokane Astronomical Society at the Travers Park pavilion, 2100 Pine St. Free family fun from the East Bonner County Library District. For more information, contact Suzanne Davis: 263-6930, ext. 1211.

- Saturday, July 29 — “Solar Eclipse: An Observer’s Guide,” 1 p.m. Join Astronomer Sandy Nichols from the Spokane Astronomical Society for a comprehensive look at the eclipse of the century at Travers Park, 2100 Pine St. Free solar glasses will be distributed. More information: 263-6930.

- Summer Reading Challenge — Pick up a Summer Reading game board and start logging your reading and read-to-me hours now through August 21 for fun programs and prizes! Reading logs available for kids of pre-reading age through teen at the East Bonner County Library District’s Sandpoint and Clark Fork branch libraries or eBonnerLibrary.org. For more information, call 263-6930.

- StoryWalk — Take the family out for a walk and a story anytime! At Dover City Park, read The Busy Tree by Jennifer Ward. At McNearny Park in Ponderay, enjoy Wonton and Chopstick by Eugene Yelchin. New stories are updated at the Northside School StoryWalk weekly! For more information, visit ebonnerlibrary.org.

Marcy Timblin is in charge of public relations, marketing and community development for the East Bonner County Library District. She can be reached at 208-263-6930, ext. 1204.