Sandpoint Reader

Rhinos Are Winos book reading at the Pend d’Oreille Winery

by · October 8, 2025

By Reader Staff

Spokane author Kevin Capuchin wants to take readers on a “booze cruise” through the zoo with his picture book Rhinos Are Winos, which guides wine connoisseurs on their “first ABC adventure.”

Styled like a kids’ alphabet primer, it features lively illustrations by Riley Helal that guide readers 21-and-older through the ins and outs of wine culture, science, history, practice and etiquette in a playful way, with animal characters Alba Rhino and Oxanne the Oxpecker leading the way.

Capuchin will read from his work Monday, Oct. 13 during a special event from 5-7 p.m. at the Pend d’Oreille Winery (301 Cedar St., in downtown Sandpoint), which features six wine tastings and six food pairings inspired by the book — think charcuterie snacks and a sweet bite — along with signed copies available for attendees.

Learn about winemaking, wine tasting and get some wine facts for the $50 ticket price, available at powine.com. Learn more about Rhinos Are Winos at scbwi.org and paperboundbooks.com.

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