Fall heating up with cool entertainment options
SANDPOINT — Trees are turning red and gold and, in many Sandpoint neighborhoods, the moose are back to eat the last of our roses and pluck the perfectly ripe fruit from our trees — sigh.
But in all things entertaining, it’s just as hot as ever out there. Tonight, an amazing opportunity to hear live Indian classical music onstage at the Panida, as Pandit Partho Sarothy is joined by Abhijit Bannerjee on tabla and Somnath Roy on the ghatam. Suffice it to say, this one is a must-attend!
We’ve got fun runs and bike races, film festivals and Oktoberfest events, too.
Just take a look:
Thursday, Sept. 29
‘Sounds of the East’ Indian Classical Music
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7 p.m., Thursday
Pandit Partho Sarothy has toured the world performing Indian classical music at Carnegie Hall, The Royal Albert Hall in London and with Ravi Shankar in the George Harrison memorial concert. Partho comes to the Panida Theater in Sandpoint with Abhijit Bannerjee on tabla and Somnath Roy on the South Indian instrument, the ghatam. Partho is known around the world for his exploration of harmony and tranquility.
Admission: $15 in advance, $20 at the door; students and those under 18, $10 available in advance at Sandpoint Curry in a Hurry, Eichardt’s Pub, Evans Brothers Coffee, at the box office or online at: www.panida.org
Friday, Sept. 30
‘Manhattan Short Film Festival’ at Panida
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 5:30 p.m., Friday
You can take part in the world’s first truly global film festival right here at home! In the Manhattan Short Film Festival, the audience not only gets to enjoy the submissions, they also pick the winners.
Admission: $10, available at the box office or online at: www.panida.org
Old Sap
Venue: Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 5:30-8:30 p.m., Friday
Old Sap is at least a bearded man with a banjo! At most, he’s an old rocking chair creaking on a summer porch, the voice of a pine tree while the surrounding maples lost their rusty leaves. Fusing Folk, Celtic Traditional, Americana, Old Time Blues, and drawing influence from contemporary songwriters, Old Sap’s songs tell stories of loss, of finding joy in adventure and uncertainty, of learning to bear life’s ugliness with grace, bowing humbly to the mystery at the center of all things, singing praise to our shared existence on this planet.
Admission: Free, open to public.
DJ Josh Adams
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 9 p.m., Friday
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
One Heart Native Arts & Film Festival at The Bing
Venue: The Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague, in Spokane.
Time: 6:30 p.m. discussion, films start at 7:30 p.m., Friday, Sept. 30
Join members of the cast and crew of the critically acclaimed Sherman Alexie feature film, “Smoke Signals.” Event will also include a meet and greet session and panel discussion.
Admission: $40 festival pass for Friday and Saturday showings and related events, available at the box office and TicketsWest.
Information: 509-227-7638
Saturday, Oct. 1
Friends of the Library Book Sale
Venue: East Bonner County Library-Sandpoint Branch, 1407 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Saturday
This sale always promises great finds at even greater bargains. A new theme with special featured selections every month.
Admission: Free, open to public.
Officer Appreciation Day
Venue: Evans Brothers Coffee, 524 Church St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday
Come have coffee with a cop and show your appreciation for the work our law enforcement people do for the community. For all current and retired police officers, coffee is on Evans Brothers! A raffle will be held to raise money for bullet-proof vest for K-9 officers. This is your chance to meet the fine folks who keep Bonner County safe.
Admission: Free, open to public.
‘Manhattan Short Film Festival’
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 3:30 and 7:30 p.m., Saturday
You can take part in the world’s first truly global film festival right here at home! In the Manhattan Short Film Festival, the audience not only gets to enjoy the submissions, they also pick the winners.
Admission: $10, available at the box office or online at: www.panida.org
Crosstoberfest Bike Race
Venue: University of Idaho Extension, on North Boyer, in Sandpoint.
Time: 9 a.m., Saturday
Mountain bikes are welcome on this spectator-friendly course. Special short course kids race on Saturday. All levels welcome. Proceeds benefit Team Autism 24/7.
Information: www.facebook.com/sandpointcyclocross
Oktoberfest in Hope
Venue: Hope Memorial Community Center, 415 Wellington Place, in Hope.
Time: 4-10 p.m., Saturday
Once again, it’s time for a barrel of fun for Oktoberfest at the Hope Memorial Community Center. It all starts at 4 p.m. with a little happy half-hour.
Come enjoy a scrumptious and filling Oktoberfest meal featuring the Hess Family’s amazing homemade brats, (so good they sold out three years in a row). In addition there will be homemade sauerkraut, coleslaw, beans and dessert. There will also be a kid’s meal available. Dinner starts at 4:30 p.m., and you won’t want to be late. At 5 p.m., things start rockin’ with the Miah Kohal band. Bring your dancing shoes or just kick back with good friends around the fire pit.
Admission: Free, open to public. Food and beverage for sale at event.
Information: 208-290-5486
Jack Nisbet Historical Lecture
Venue: Oden Grange Hall, 143 Sunnyside Road, east of Sandpoint.
Time: 7 p.m., Saturday
Historian Jack Nisbet will speak on the topic: ‘The Longest Journey.’ If you love history, don’t miss this one! Light refreshments will be served.
Admission: Free, open to public.
Too Tipsy & The Hangovers at 219 Lounge
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 9 p.m., Saturday
Rockabilly lives, under tents and with heaters on the 219 patio.
Admission: Free; 21 and over.
One Heart Native Arts & Film Festival at The Bing
Venue: The Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague, in Spokane.
Time: 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Saturday
A showcase of provocative and insightful short films by indigenous filmmakers from around the country.
Admission: $40 festival pass for Friday and Saturday showings and related events, available at the box office and TicketsWest.
Information: 509-227-7638
Spokane Symphony Super Pops
Venue: Martin Woldson Theater at the Fox, 1001 W. Sprague Ave., in Spokane.
Time: Doors open at 7 p.m., concert starts at 8 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 1
Admission: $28-$62, available at the box office of Martin Woldson Theater at The Fox, by calling 509-624-1200, or online and at all TicketsWest outlets.
Sunday,
Oct. 2
Boobs n’ Beer Fun Run & Oktoberfest Celebration
Venue: 5K Fun Run takes place on Sand Creek Trail near City Beach; Oktoberfest at MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 312 N. First Ave. in Sandpoint.
Time: Sunday; fun run starts at 11 a.m.; Oktoberfest activities begin at 12:30 p.m.
This family friendly day of events will raise money to support local cancer services. There will be food trucks on hand and live music comes compliments of Still Tipsy & The Hangovers.
Registration for Fun Run: sandpointchamber.org/events
Crosstoberfest Bike Race
Venue: University of Idaho Extension, on N. Boyer Ave.
Time: 9 a.m., Sunday
Mountain bikes are welcome on this spectator-friendly course. All levels welcome. Proceeds benefit Team Autism 24/7.
Information: facebook.com/sandpointcyclocross
‘Manhattan Short Film Festival’ at Panida
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 3:30 p.m., Sunday
You can take part in the world’s first truly global film festival right here at home! In the Manhattan Short Film Festival, the audience not only gets to enjoy the submissions, they also pick the winners.
Admission: $10, available at the box office or panida.org
Monday, Oct. 3
Truck Mills Blues Jam at Eichardt’s
Venue: Eichardt’s Pub & Grille, located at 212 Cedar St.
Time: 7:30 p.m., Monday
Admission: Free, open to public.
Tuesday, Oct. 4
Mandolin Orchestra playing session
Venue: Music Conservatory of Sandpoint, 110 Main St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 6:30-8 p.m., Tuesday (and continuing on Tuesday nights)
Admission: Free, open to public.
Information: 208-263-6742
Wednesday, Oct. 5
‘New York Film Critic Series’ at Panida
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7:30 p.m., Wednesday
Admission: $10 (no passes for this showing), available at the box office or panida.org
Friends of the Library Social at Laughing Dog Brewing
Venue: Laughing Dog Brewing, 805 Schweitzer Plaza Road, in Ponderay.
Time: 5-7 p.m., Wednesday
Enjoy the chili, courtesy of the Sandpoint Friends of the Library, along with the no-host bar of Fetchingly Good Beer. Bring your friends and learn about how craft beers are brewed and distributed at Laughing Dog’s new production facility.
Admission: Free, open to public.