Fun music, Entertainment with a side of summer
SANDPOINT — How do you like your entertainment? Classical with a side of chocolate, or rockin’ hard with a cold brew? You’re in luck on both counts, as this week’s lineup of events runs the gamut.
The fun starts tonight with the SHS choirs ‘Spring Fling’ concert at the Panida. Saturday has a big wingding in store with POAC’s second annual Art Party at Columbia Bank and, that same day, Friends of the Library hosts its monthly used book sale.
Sunday, make plans to attend the Music Conservatory of Sandpoint “Sweet Serenade.” Lastly, in the live music category, the streets of town will be ringing with every style imaginable, from solo singer/songwriter to blues and jazz to punk. And so much more.
Let’s dig in:
Thursday, June 1
SHS Choirs’ ‘Spring Fling’ Concert
Venue: Panida Little Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 6 p.m.
Get ready — four SHS choirs and multiple soloists are taking the Panida stage to share their musical prowess. This concert is always a delight.
Admission: Free, open to public.
Information: panida.org
Ben Olson
Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 220 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 6 p.m.
He’s a longtime local with a great sound you’ve probably heard with his band Harold’s IGA. This is a chance to hear artists in a fun setting, playing solo.
Admission: Free, 21 and over.
Brian Jacobs & Chris Lynch
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 9 p.m.
Always a fun time when this duo supplies the sounds.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Friday, June 2
‘Dancer’
Venue: Panida Little Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Panida brings this Documentary · Sergei Polunin is a breathtaking ballet talent who questions his existence and his commitment to dance just as he is about to become a legend.
Tickets available at the box office and online at: panida.org
Doug & Marty
Venue: Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 5-8 p.m.
Stop in for some great vocals and serious guitar riffs.
Admission: Free, open to public.
Truck Mills Trio/DJ Josh
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7 p.m. for Truck; 9 p.m. for Josh
It’s a double-header, with the sweet sounds of this fabulous trio, followed by Josh celebrating his birthday in style.
Admission: Free, 21 and over.
Devon Wade
Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 220 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7 p.m.
Devon is an independent country music artist out of Sandpoint Idaho with a strong love for what country music has always been – songs about real life.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Northwest Renewal Fest.
Venue: Heron, MT, (41 miles east of Sandpoint – follow signs)
Time: All day
Trade, barter or buy at this family friendly event. Drum circle, live music, sustainable living and holistic approach workshops. No fireworks, firearms, drugs, alcohol or dogs.
Information: nwrenewalfest@yahoo.com
CYT Spokane presents ‘The Lion King’
Venue: The Bing Crosby Theater, 909 W. First Ave., in Spokane.
Time: 7 p.m.
Rafiki gathers the animals of the Pridelands to welcome the newborn cub of King Mufas and Queen Sarabi. The king’s jealous brother, Scar, no longer heir to the throne, skips the ceremony, upsetting Mufasa. Time passes and young Simba grows into a curious young lion. Mufasa explains the circle of life and that young Simba will one day be king of the Pridelands.
Admission: Tickets available at the box office or online at: bingcrosbytheater.com
Information: 509-534-5805
Saturday, June 3
POAC ‘Art Party’
Venue: Columbia Bank Atrium, 414 Church St. in Sandpoint.
Time: 5 p.m.
Gourmet buffet dinner, art sale and presentation of the 2017 Appreciation Awards and entertainment. All money raised will go to support POAC educational outreach programs, including ‘Kaleidoscope’ – the program co-sponsored with the Community Assistance League to provide instruction and supplies for hands-on art education in Bonner County Schools, as well as the ‘Ovation’ series, which brings multi-talented artists to perform and/or give workshops for local students.
Admission: Tickets are $75 per person, a table of 8 for $800 or table of 10 for $1,000. Reservations required. Call 208-263-6139 or reserve online at: artinsandpoint.org
Information: 208-265-2683
Paws for A Cause Dog Walk
Venue: Dover Bay, 659 Lakeshore Ave., Dover.
Time: 8 a.m.-Noon
The Community Assistance League presents this fun event to raise money for Community Cancer Services. Walk with a dog or without one, but do come show your support.
Admission: The walk is free, but donations are very welcome to support the fine work of CCS in the community.
Live music
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 live music. The freshest locally grown foods with a cool soundtrack.
Admission: Free, open to public.
Friends of the Library Used Book Sale
Venue: East Bonner County Library’s Sandpoint branch, 1407 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Information: 208-263-6930
Allegro Dance Studio ‘Spring Showcase’
Venue: Panida Little Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Tickets available at Eve’s Leaves, Allegro Dance Studio and the box office.
Brian Jacobs
Venue: Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 5-8 p.m.
Brian Jacobs has an eclectic, acoustic sound. His music style encompasses folk, rock and soul.
Admission: Free, open to public.
Moses Willey
Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 220 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7 p.m.
Moses Willey was born deep in the heart of the Great North Woods, high on the peak of a musical note. They form a special place where the lines between Traditional Bluegrass, Folk, and Appalachian mix together in a mist of stylistic and idiosyncratic interpretations.
Admission: Free, 21 and over.
High Treason Ammunition
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 9 p.m.
High Treason Ammunition returns with their charged up power trio of punk and heavy alt Rock.
Admission: Free, 21 and over.
Arbor Public Market
Venue: Cedar Street Bridge, corner of First & Cedar, in Sandpoint.
Time: 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Borders 3 Jamboree Car Show
Venue: Downtown Bonners Ferry
Time: All day – Sat. June 3
The Rod Benders car Club is hosting its 18th annual Borders 3 Jamboree car show. Registration starts at 8 a.m. and goes until noon. Bring the whole family out to check out some fantastic cars.
Northwest Renewal Fest.
Venue: Heron, Mont., (41 miles east of Sandpoint; follow signs)
Time: All day
Trade, barter or buy at this family friendly event. Drum circle, live music, sustainable living and holistic approach workshops. No fireworks, firearms, drugs, alcohol or dogs.
Information: nwrenewalfest@yahoo.com
CYT Spokane presents ‘The Lion King’
Venue: The Bing Crosby Theater, 909 W. First Ave., in Spokane.
Time: 3 and 7 p.m.
Admission: Tickets available at the box office or online at: bingcrosbytheater.com
Information: 509-534-5805
Sunday, June 4
MCS presents ‘Sweet Serenade’
Venue: First Lutheran Church, 526 S. Olive St., in Sandpoint.
Time: Art auction and chocolate feast at 6 p.m.; Classical concert starts at 7 p.m.
Come hear the instructors from the Music Conservatory of Sandpoint in this spectacular classical concert. And did we mention the chocolate feast? Um-hmm.
Admission: By donation – all proceeds support the MCS scholarship program.
Information: 265-4444
‘Dancer’
Venue: Panida Little Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 1 p.m.
Panida brings this documentary on Sergei Polunin — a breathtaking ballet talent who questions his existence and his commitment to dance just as he is about to become a legend.?Tickets available at the box office and online at: panida.org
Northwest Renewal Fest
Venue: Heron, Mont., (41 miles east of Sandpoint; follow signs)
Time: All day – Sun., June 4
Trade, barter or buy at this family friendly event. Drum circle, live music, sustainable living and holistic approach workshops. No fireworks, firearms, drugs, alcohol or dogs.
Information: nwrenewalfest@yahoo.com
Monday, June 5
Truck Mills Blues Jam
Venue: Eichardt’s Pub & Grille, located at 212 Cedar St.
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Admission: Free, open to public.
Tuesday, June 6
West African Traditions Drum Class
Venue: Embody Studio, 823 Main St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 5:30 p.m.
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, June 7
Live music
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.
Admission: Free, open to public.
Hiawatha Drum Circle
Venue: Hope Memorial Community Center, 415 Wellington Place, in Hope.
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Hosted by Jack Green, this is a drumming for peace, abundance, and the healing of Mother Earth. A journey through the spirit world (this is not a class).
Admission: Free and open to all ages.
Information: 208-304-9300 or email: jackgreen7712@gmail.com