Set your sights on fun, music and entertainment
SANDPOINT — Whew! Did all the Independence Day events wear you out? Better get some beauty rest, because this week is rich in events. Friday offers an excellent documentary on the sport of blind sailing at the Panida and the community music festival, SummerFest, is going on all weekend at the Eureka Center, east of Sagle.
Saturday, it’s the Cowboy Junkies in concert on the Panida stage and — anybody up for a road trip? — Bridges Home has a concert Saturday night at the Dahmen Barn, near Pullman.
The info lies ahead:
Thursday, July 6
Jake Robin
Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 220 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 6 p.m.
Jake’s acoustic live performances fuse levity with the bittersweet. Check out the Thursday Night Singer-Songwriter Solo Series.
Admission: Free; 21 and over.
Friday, July 7
‘Sense the Wind’
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7 p.m.
The Sandpoint Sailing Association presents this inspiring film about the sport of blind sailing, followed by a Q&A session with director Christine Knowlton.
Admission: $5 for all ages, available at the box office or online at panida.org
Sandpoint SummerFest Community Music Festival
Venue: Eureka Center (5 miles south of Sandpoint; east on Sagle Road; 11 miles to Eureka Center), near Sagle.
Time: All day
Live bands galore, activities, games, food — check out this awesome community gathering. Ticket sales benefit the Eureka Institute.
Admission: Weekend Pass or One-Day pass available online at eureka-institute.org
Infini Gallery Art Show Opening — ‘Prelude: The Art of Music’
Venue: Infini Gallery, 214 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 5-8 p.m. (show runs through July 28)
A multi-artist show touring music in its visual artistry. Representational art forms comprised of musical instruments, furnishings, photography and painting.
Information: 208-610-1232
Bright Moments Jazz
Venue: Eichardt’s Pub & Grille, located at 212 Cedar St.,
in Sandpoint.
Time: 7 p.m.
There’s something about this stellar jazz ensemble that not only makes your day, they can lift your week, month and entire year with their expert takes on tunes. If you’re already a fan, you know just what we mean. If not, what are you waiting for?
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Mama Doll
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 8 p.m.
Don’t miss this rare Sandpoint appearance by one of Spokane’s top bands, Mama Doll - featuring Sandpoint’s own Jen Landis - who will be playing a variety of indie-pop originals and covers.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Doug Bond & Marty Perron
Venue: Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 5-8 p.m.
Great playing and equally good vocals are always on tap when this duo performs.
Admission: Free, open to public.
Tennis Live Summer Bash
Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 220 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 8 p.m.
Tennis is back at the Brewery to help kick off summer! They’re clearing out a dance floor in the brewery once again, so you can bet it is going to be a lot of fun and sure to rock!
Admission: $5 for those 21 and over.
Fred Armisen with Jacqueline Novak
Venue: The Bing Crosby Theater, 909 W. First Ave., Spokane.
Time: 8 p.m.
Fred Armisen is an Emmy Award-nominated writer, musician, comedian and actor known for his roles on Saturday Night Live, Documentary Now and Portlandia. Jacqueline Novak is a New York-based stand-up comedian and writer, who has been featured on The Late Late Show with James Corden, Comedy Central, and at comedy festivals across the U.S.
Admission: $27-$32, available at the box office and TicketsWest outlets.
Information: 509-534-5805
Saturday, July 8
Cowboy Junkies Concert
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 8 p.m.
For more than 20 years, Cowboy Junkies have remained true to their unique artistic vision and to the introspective, quiet intensity that is their musical signature, creating a critically acclaimed body of original work that has endeared them to an audience unwavering in its loyalty.
Admission: Reserved seat are sold out. General admission tickets available online at panida.org
Selkirk Society Band
Venue: Sandpoint Farmers Market, Farmin Park, Third Ave. & Oak St., downtown Sandpoint.
Time: Market starts at 9 a.m., music from 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Take in the weekend in style by strolling our magnificent market to the sounds of some of our superb, local musicians.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Sandpoint SummerFest Community Music Festival
Venue: Eureka Center (5 miles south of Sandpoint; east on Sagle Road; 11 miles to Eureka Center), near Sagle.
Time: All day
Live bands galore, activities, games, food — check out this awesome community gathering. Ticket sales benefit the Eureka Institute.
Admission: Weekend Pass or One-Day pass available online at eureka-institute.org
Bright Moments Jazz
Venue: Idaho Pour Authority, 203 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 5-7 p.m.
The vibe always gets a little sweeter and definitely cooler when Bright Moments shares its impeccable take on jazz. Order up a brew, sit back and be transported by these excellent musicians. It’s a very good trip!
Admission: Free, open to public.
Riff Hangers
Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 220 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 6:30 p.m.
This local band describes themselves as ‘an acoustic band, with traditional bluegrass/folk instruments. However, our style is an amalgam of many genres including country, blues, and swing.’ Break out the dancing shoes!
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Flying Mammals
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 9 p.m.
Flying Mammals, an all-sibling Inland Northwest alt rock band with high-energy performances and melodic songs reflecting funk, folk and symphonic rock influences.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Dance to ‘Country Plus’
Venue: Sandpoint Senior Center, 820 Main St., in Sandpoint.
Time: Dance from 1-4 p.m., potluck at 2:30 p.m. (Dances held every second and fourth Saturday of each month.
Admission: Free and open to all ages.
Information: 208-263-6860
Arbor Public Market
Venue: Cedar Street Bridge, corner of First & Cedar, Sandpoint.
Time: 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Bridges Home Concert
Venue: Dahmen Barn, 419 Park Way, in Uniontown, Wash.
Time: 7-9 p.m.
Sandpoint’s own Bridges Home has been building a fan base on the Palouse over the past couple of years and their shows at the Dahmen Barn have been a key catalyst for that growing interest. The performance setting is relaxed and the acoustics are amazing.
Admission: $15, available only at the door starting at 6:15 p.m. (last year’s show sold out, so grab them early).
Information: 509-229-3414 or e-mail: info@artisanbarn.org
Sunday, July 9
Sandpoint SummerFest Community Music Festival
Venue: Eureka Center (5 miles south of Sandpoint; east on Sagle Road; 11 miles to Eureka Center), near Sagle.
Time: All day
Live bands galore, activities, games, food — check out this awesome community gathering. Ticket sales benefit the Eureka Institute.
Admission: Weekend Pass or One-Day pass available online at eureka-institute.org
Tennis
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 9 p.m.
If ever there was a band that represents the Sandpoint scene, it’s Tennis - a local and regional favorite with gregarious depth and charismatic covers. Tennis brings the music, you bring your dancing shoes!
Admission: $5 for those 21 and over.
Monday, July 10
Truck Mills Blues Jam
Venue: Eichardt’s Pub & Grille, 212 Cedar St., Sandpoint.
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Tuesday, July 11
Night-Out Karaoke
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 9 p.m. — Tuesdays
Night-Out Karaoke is hosted by DJ Pat every Tuesday until midnight. Come out and sing to your heart’s content, or just enjoy the show.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
West African Traditions Drum Class
Venue: Embody Studio, 823 Main St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 5:30 p.m. — Tuesdays
This group explores the rich tradition of West African drumming styles under the expert leadership of Ali Thomas.
Admission: Suggested donation of $5-$15
Information: Call 208-597-1892 to reserve a djembe for class, or visit online at dununbabe.com
Wednesday, July 12
‘The Conversation’ — Annual Artists’ Picnic
Venue: Dover City Beach, in Dover.
Time: 5:30-7:30 p.m.
‘You are Fabulous’ with Anna Largen. Anna will bring essential oils for sharing aromas that create clarity and well being. Extra oils will also be on hand to keep those pesky mosquitoes at bay. Bring what you want to share to eat and drink. Park rules: no alcohol, no glass, pets on leash. Bring blankets and chairs.
The Conversation is a monthly gathering that is graciously sponsored by the non-profit Creations for Sandpoint on the Cedar St. Bridge. Admission: $5 if interested in making your personal blend of essential oils. Otherwise, free and open to the public — families welcome.
Information: 208-263-1592
Mobius Riff
Venue: Sandpoint Farmers Market, Farmin Park, Third Ave. & Oak St., downtown Sandpoint.
Time: 3-5:30 p.m.
Make your mid-week even more fun with live music at the market! Summer is officially here, so make the most of it and take in the market.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Friday, July 14
‘American Bandstand Revisited’
Venue: Circle Moon Theater, located on Highway 211, 3 1/2 miles north of Highway 2, near Newport, Wash.
Time: 6:30 p.m. dinner service, curtain opens at 7:30 p.m. (additional shows on July 15, 20, 21 and 22)
What were you doing in the 1950s, ‘60s, ‘70s or even ‘80s? For more than thirty years, Dick Clark created a musical culture, which, to this day, is unmatched. Bandstand Revisited will honor this achievement, featuring Unleashed headliners doing solo and ensemble performances inspired by the original artists who appeared on this ground-breaking national television show. Audiences will enjoy toe-tapping, finger-snapping music that is sure to bring up more than a few personal memories.
Admission: $25.00 per person for dinner and show, or $12.00 for show only. Senior and children tickets are $10.00.
Reservations: Call 208-448-1294 or visit online at northwoodsperformingarts.com