Plenty of fun on tap for Mother's Day weekend
SANDPOINT — Another very busy week of fun things to do as we head into Mother’s Day weekend. On Saturday, Lost Horse Press hosts a cool book-signing event that offers something extra — pie and whiskey — at The Library. The Panida has yet another excellent film on the big screen and Friday night, it’s the Sandpoint Contra Dance at Community Hall.
As always, live music abounds all over town. Forge on, gentle reader, to find out more.
Thursday, May 11
‘After the Storm’
Venue: Panida Little Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Dwelling on his past glory as a prize-winning author, Ryota (Hiroshi Abe) wastes the money he makes as a private detective on gambling and can barely pay child support. After the death of his father, his aging mother (Kirin Kiki) and beautiful ex-wife (Yoko Make) seem to be moving on with their lives. Renewing contact with his initially distrusting family, Ryota struggles to take back control of his existence and to find a lasting place in the life of his young son (Taiyo Yoshizawa) - until a stormy summer night offers them a chance to truly bond again.
Tickets available at the box office and online at: www.panida.org
Open Mic Night
Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 220 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 6 p.m.
Hosted by Doug Bond & Kevin Dorin, all local artists over 21 years of age are welcome for a fun and open night of playing at the Beer Hall. Come out for a positive environment to share your passion or just to take it all in. All levels of performers are welcome. The set will be recorded live and artists will have access to the audio. Also, this an opportunity for you to work with a professional sound person who will work to mic you up and get your levels to show the best version of you.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Brian Jacobs
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 9 p.m.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Friday, May 12
Sandpoint Contra Dance
Venue: Sandpoint Community Hall, 204 S. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7-10 p.m.
Celebrate the joys of community by dancing with friends — those you already know and the new ones you’re about to meet! Live music will be provided by ‘Out of the Woods’ and all dances are called by Emily Faulkner. Previous dancing experience is not necessary. First-time dancers are encouraged to arrive on time for an introductory dance at 7 pm. Bring clean, comfortable, non-marking shoes to dance in.
Admission: Suggested donation is $5 per person. Please bring finger food to share. Sponsored by Emily Faulkner, Lost Horse Press and Sandpoint Parks & Rec.
Information: 208-263-6751 or email: sandpointcontra@gmail.com
Bright Moments Jazz
Venue: Eichardt’s Pub & Coffee House, 212 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7-10 p.m.
If you love truly great jazz, this group has your number! Always a good night when Bright Moments is on the stage. If you know them, you’ll already be there. If not, it’s time to learn what the buzz is all about.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Brian Jacobs
Venue: Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 5-8 p.m.
Brian Jacobs brings an eclectic, acoustic sound. His music style encompasses Folk, Rock and Soul.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Ron Greene
Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 220 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 6:30-9:30 p.m.
Ron has been a dynamic musical presence as a professional musician and solo artist, spending the last decade performing throughout the Northwest and West Coast. As a soloist, Greene’s intimate stage presence has gained him a reputation as a passionate singer.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Friends of the Guitar Hour present Mak Grgic
Venue: Holy Names Music Center, 3910 W. Custer Dr., in Spokane.
Time: 7:30 p.m.
If you enjoy Leon Atkinson’s weekly show, The Guitar Hour, on Spokane Public Radio-KPBX-FM, you’re in for a real treat with this ongoing classical guitar concert series. Mak Grgic has been called a ‘gifted young guitarist’ by The New York Times, and Classics Today’s Jed Distler proclaimed that ‘Mak Grgic’s abundant, yet tasteful guitar virtuosity leaves a powerful impression …’ His premiere at The National Gallery of Art elicited the following comments from Stephen Brookes on behalf of The Washington Post: ‘Weiss’s Passacaglia in D Major was a high point of the evening. offering a superb, finely detailed reading that showed Grgic is a guitarist to keep an eye on.”
Admission: $30 in advance, $35 at the door, available online at: http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/2729491
Spokane Symphony: ‘Music of Led Zeppelin’
Venue: Martin Woldson Theater at the Fox, 1001 W. Sprague Ave., in Spokane.
Time: Doors at 7 p.m., concert begins at 8 p.m.
The Spokane Symphony will bridge the gulf between rock n’ roll and classical music performing Windborne’s The Music of Led Zeppelin. Special guest conductor, creator Brent Haven guest leads the orchestra. The 2-hour concert includes a full-size, amplified rock band, and singer Randy Jackson on vocals. Together, they will recreate the hits of Led Zeppelin riff for riff, capturing the blast and power of the Led Zeppelin sound.
Tickets available at the box office of Martin Woldson Theater at The Fox, by calling 509-624-1200, or online at www.spokanesymphony.org and at all TicketsWest outlets.
‘Full Draw Film Festival’
Venue: Panida Little Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7 p.m.
Nine intriguing bow hunting films from independent film makers.
Tickets available at North 40, the box office and online at: www.panida.org
Saturday, May 13
‘After the Storm’
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 3:30 and 7:30 p.m.
Dwelling on his past glory as a prize-winning author, Ryota (Hiroshi Abe) wastes the money he makes as a private detective on gambling and can barely pay child support. After the death of his father, his aging mother (Kirin Kiki) and beautiful ex-wife (Yoko Make) seem to be moving on with their lives. Renewing contact with his initially distrusting family, Ryota struggles to take back control of his existence and to find a lasting place in the life of his young son (Taiyo Yoshizawa) — until a stormy summer night offers them a chance to truly bond again.
Tickets available at the box office and online at panida.org
Pie & Whiskey & Mothers
Venue: East Bonner County Library Sandpoint Branch, 1407 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 1 p.m.
Lost Horse Press presents a reading, pie eating, whiskey drinking and book signing event, featuring writers Kate Lebo and Sam Ligon. This celebration of pie, whiskey, and motherhood is brought to you by the folks who founded the event for Spokane’s ‘Get Lit! Festival.’ Join them in Sandpoint Library’s Rude Girls Room for a rip-roaring literary reading, with samplings of pie and whiskey for all. There will be books for sale and a book signing by the authors.
Samuel Ligon is the author of four books of fiction. His stories have appeared in New England Review, Prairie Schooner, The Quarterly and many other places and his essays appear regularly in The Inlander. Kate Lebo is the author of ‘Pie School’ and ‘A Commonplace Book of Pie.’ Her writing has appeared in Best American Essays, Best New Poets, New England Review, Gettysburg Review, and Gastronomica, among other places. She writes about food for the Spokesman-Review.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Bright Moments
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.
This is definitely one of the sweetest, kindest, most memorable venues around — and Bright Moments is ready to see their pals at the market! Join the fun as you shop, visit and listen to some sweet jazz sounds.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Still Tipsy & The Hangovers at 219 Lounge
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 9 p.m.
It’s rockabilly heaven when this trio starts jammin’!
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Chris Lynch & Brian Jacobs
Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 220 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7-10 p.m.
Brian Jacobs and Chris Lynch are teaming up for an exciting night of live music. They are a fun duo with a great sound that will have you on the dance floor. Come by to hear them, grab some pints and play some games.
Admission: Free and open to 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.
Spokane Jazz Orchestra plays ‘The Music of Sting’
Venue: The Bing Crosby Theater, 909 W. First Ave., in Spokane.
Time: 7:30 p.m.
This special concert, featuring vocalists Keleren Milham, explores the songs of Sting, bass player from The Police and world renowned solo artist.
Admission: $26.50, available at the box office or TicketsWest outlets.
Information: 509-534-5805
Sunday, May 14
‘After the Storm’
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 3:30 p.m.
Dwelling on his past glory as a prize-winning author, Ryota (Hiroshi Abe) wastes the money he makes as a private detective on gambling and can barely pay child support. After the death of his father, his aging mother (Kirin Kiki) and beautiful ex-wife (Yoko Make) seem to be moving on with their lives - until a stormy summer night offers them a chance to truly bond again.
Tickets available at the box office and online at panida.org
Listen to Your Mother’
Venue: The Bing Crosby Theater, 909 W. First Ave., in Spokane.
Time: 7 p.m.
The mission of the this production is to take the audience on a well-crafted journey that celebrates and validates mothering through giving voice to motherhood in all of its complexity, diversity, and humor.
Admission: $18, available at the box office or TicketsWest outlets.
Information: 509-534-5805
Monday, May 15
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.
Wednesday, May 17
John Firshi
Venue: 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 and open to the public.
Hiawatha Drum Circle at Hope Community Center
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