Buckle up and hang on tight, there's fun to be had
SANDPOINT — Buckle up and hang on tight, because the calendar is packed to overflowing this week. Of course, we are heading right into Sandpoint’s epic annual Fourth of July Celebration (thank you, Sandpoint Lion’s Club!) with daylong events on the fourth.
Things get rolling tonight with the Summer Sampler Block Party at Farmin Park and the film ‘A Quiet passion’ at the Panida. And did we mention that the Panida also is showing the classic kid’s film, ‘The Goonies’ both Saturday and Sunday?
Check out Right Front Burner on Friday at the 219 and don’t miss Bright Moments Jazz, playing Friday and Saturday. DiLuna’s Café has concerts on Saturday night and again on July 5.
Here’s the happs:
Thursday, June 29
Summer Sampler Block Party
Venue: Farmin Park, Third Ave. & Oak St., downtown Sandpoint.
Time: 5-8 p.m.
This is your chance to sample food and drink from many of Sandpoint’s finest restaurants – all in one convenient place. Live music provided by Devon Wade in this event sponsored by the Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce and Litehouse Foods.
Admission: Free and open to the public. Tickets for food and beverage are $1 each, with most items ranging in price from $3-$7 (tickets).
‘A Quiet Passion’
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Cynthia Nixon delivers a triumphant performance as Emily Dickinson as she personifies the wit, intellectual independence and pathos of the poet whose genius only came to be recognized after her death.
Admission: Tickets available at the box office or online at panida.org
Benny Baker
Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 220 Cedar St. in Sandpoint.
Time: 6 p.m.
He rocks, he rolls and we are going to get down with his bad artist self. Benny can be seen in many of you favorite bands: Miah Kohal, Beat Diggers, Other White Meat and is a true treat to take in on his own.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Summer Kickoff Music Festival
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 11 p.m.
Stay up past your bedtime and take in the 219 Summer Kickoff Mini-Music Festival, featuring the talents of Christopher Paul Stelling, Bart Budwig and Planes on Paper.
Admission: $10 at the door for those 21 and over.
Friday, June 30
‘A Quiet Passion’
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Cynthia Nixon delivers a triumphant performance as Emily Dickinson.
Admission: Tickets available at the box office or online at panida.org
Right Front Burner
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 9 p.m.
There’s a reason this band is a local favorite. Classic tunes with a deep-down, funkified twist keeps people coming back for another heapin’ helpin’ of their tasty RFB. Get yours and get funky!
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Tom Catmull
Venue: Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 5-8 p.m.
Come soak in the soulful sounds of this artist and his guitar.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
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 and open to those over 21.
Scotia Road
Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 220 Cedar St. in Sandpoint.
Time: 7 p.m.
This four-piece family band is made up of guitar, mandolin & upright bass mingled with the calming vocals & harmonies of the mother-daughter duo.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
‘Beatlemania on Tour’ Beatles Tribute Band
Venue: The Bing Crosby Theater, 909 W. First Ave., in Spokane.
Time: 8 p.m.
A must-see for hardcore Beatles fans, this live concert will make you want to twist and shout!
Admission: $59, available at the box office (if still available) and TicketsWest outlets.
Information: 509-534-5805
Saturday, July 1
‘The Goonies’
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 3:30 p.m.
Come see this great family comedy classic. In order to save their home from foreclosure, a group of misfits set out to find a pirate’s ancient valuable treasure. The rest of the story is as memorable as it is exciting – perfect to share with yet another generation!
Admission: $5 at the door or online at panida.org
‘A Quiet Passion’
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Admission: Tickets available at the box office or online at panida.org
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 some of our superb, local musicians.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Friends of the Library Used Book Sale
Venue: East Bonner County Library, 1407 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Ever wonder why so many folks make it a monthly ritual to take in the Used Book Sale at The Library? Time to go see for yourself! Tons of titles, gobs of genres and a massive selection to choose from.
Information: 208-263-6930
First Free Saturday
Venue: Bonner County History Museum, 611 S. Ella Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Come check out the new exhibits and re-discover just how cool our local museum is.
Admission: Free and open to the public thanks to the generosity of local sponsor Hal’s Chevron in Clark Fork.
Information: 208-263-2344
The Lark & The Loon
Venue: DiLuna’s Cafe, 207 Cedar St., in Sand-point.
Time: Doors open at 5:30 p.m. for dinner and the concert starts at 7:30 p.m.
Their music is a fun exploration of Americana music from sea shanties, Irish dance tunes, Delta and Piedmont blues, jazz and country all woven together under the calm direction of their showmanship and love of wordplay.
Admission: $10 in advance, available a DiLuna’s Café. Be sure to make reservations by calling 208-263-0864.
Bright Moments Jazz
Venue: Trinity at City Beach, 58 Bridge St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 6-9 p.m.
Does it get any better? Summer in Sandpoint and Bright Moments playing jazz on the shores of Lake Pend Oreille? Pinch me, I must be dreamin’!
Admission: Free and open to all diners and bar patrons at Trinity.
Harold’s IGA
Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 220 Cedar St. in Sandpoint.
Time: 7 p.m.
Harold’s IGA is gracing the Beer Hall for a fun night of live music, cheers and beers! Harold’s IGA was a grocery store, now it’s an indie rock band with an ever-changing cast of characters.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Truck Mills Band
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 9 p.m.
Truck always surrounds himself with consummate pros making top-shelf music. Get thee down to the Two-One-Niner and have a listen for yourself.
Admission: Free for those 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.
Sunday, July 2
‘A Quiet Passion’
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 3:30 p.m.
Admission: Tickets available at the box office or online at panida.org
‘The Goonies’
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Come see this great family comedy classic. In order to save their home from foreclosure, a group of misfits set out to find a pirate’s ancient valuable treasure. The rest of the story is as memorable as it is exciting – perfect to share with yet another generation!
Admission: $5 at the door or online at panida.org
Monday, July 3 ?
Truck Mills Blues Jam
Venue: Eichardt’s Pub & Grille, located at 212 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Tuesday, July 4
Fourth of July celebration
Venue: Downtown Sandpoint and City Beach
Time: Find a good spot at around 9 a.m. and be ready to enjoy the Children’s Parade and then the Main Parade downtown. For the rest of the day, there will be stage performances and a raffle at City Beach in the afternoon, plus a fireworks show over the lake at dusk. As always, this amazing celebration is sponsored by the Sandpoint Lions Club.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
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 5
Crow & Canyon
Venue: DiLuna’s Cafe, 207 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: Doors open at 5:30 p.m. for dinner and the concert starts at 8 p.m.
Crow and the Canyon sound like a band of age-old collaborators and friends. Their heartfelt yet cerebral lyrics, delicate vocals, and choral harmonies are endlessly listenable, while also remaining inventive and interesting.
Admission: $10 in advance, available a DiLuna’s Café. Be sure to make reservations by calling 208-263-0864.
Live music
Venue: Sandpoint Farmers’ Market, Farmin Park, Third & Oak, downtown Sandpoint.
Time: 3-5:30 p.m.
Make your mid-week even more fun with live music at the market!
Admission: Free and open to the public.