Artistic offerings bring goodness, sweetness & joy
SANDPOINT — After a whirlwind week like the one we all just experienced, perhaps it’s time to get out and relish all the goodness and sweetness and artistic excellence that make our community so delightful.
We can join the dance Friday night at Community hall, take in an exceptional rendering of Hamlet this weekend and next at the Heartwood Center, drop in for the Andy Hackbarth Band concert at the Panida and attend Friday’s POAC art show reception at the POAC Gallery. Plus, a whole lot more.
Let’s get to it:
Thursday, Nov. 10
‘Magic Hour’
Venue: North Idaho College/Boswell Hall Schuler Performing Arts Center, 1000 W. Garden Ave., in Coeur d’Alene.
Time: 7:30 p.m., Thursday
This free concert features the Cardinal Vocal Jazz and the North Idaho College Jazz Ensemble playing a variety of jazz standards, old and new.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Information: 208-769-3424
‘Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood Live!’
Venue: Martin Woldson Theater at The Fox Theater, 1001 West Sprague Ave., in Spokane.
Time: 6:30 p.m., Thursday
The legacy of the beloved Mister Rogers lives on with the hit television series, “Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood”, from The Fred Rogers Company and airing daily on PBS KIDS.
This live theatrical production filled with singing, dancing, laughter and ‘grr-ific’ surprises will warm the hearts of multiple generations.
Admission: $20, $35 and $50; $75 with VIP Meet and Greet, available at the box office, by calling 509-624-1200, or online and at TicketsWest.
Friday, Nov. 11
Sandpoint Contra Dance
Venue: Sandpoint Community Hall, 204 S. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7-10 p.m., Friday
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 ‘Arvid Lundin & Deep Roots’ and all dances are called by Emily Faulkner.
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
‘Hamlet’
Venue: The Heartwood Center, 615 Oak St., in Sandpoint.
Time: Doors at 7 p.m., curtain at 7:30 p.m., Friday
A father’s death. A son’s madness. A grief that will tear asunder an entire kingdom. Love, loyalty, and carefully crafted facades give way to death and decay in one of William Shakespeare’s most famous plays, ‘Hamlet: The Prince Of Denmark’ as adapted and directed by Michael Bigley. Don’t miss this passionate tragedy featuring some of Sandpoint’s best talent, presented by Unknown Locals.
Additional performances on Nov. 12, 18 & 19.
Admission: $14 general; $12 students and seniors, available at Eve’s Leaves.
Andy Hackbarth Band
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: Doors open at 7 p.m., show starts at 8 p.m., Friday
Award-winning singer/songwriter/guitarist Andy Hackbarth and his band return to Sandpoint as part of their 2016 ‘Steal You Away’ tour.
The Americana group will lean heavily on tracks from their newest offering, “Panorama Motel”. Written and recorded in the wake of a messy breakup, the record finds Hackbarth singing over acoustic guitars, dobro, upright bass and organ, turning his recent brush with heartbreak into some of the most moving songs of his career.
Admission: $10, available at the box office, Eve’s Leaves, Eichardt’s Pub or online ($11 for online sales) at: www.panida.org
‘Native Art’ art show opening
Venue: Pend Oreille Arts Council Gallery, 302 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 5:30-7 p.m., Friday
A special artists’ reception and multi-media show with works from 15 local artists.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Information: 208-263-6139
Harvest Dinner
Venue: Hope Memorial Community Center, 415 Wellington Place, in Hope.
Time: 5:30 p.m. appetizers and no-host bar; 6:30 p.m. dinner, Friday
Admission: $25
Information and tickets: 208-264-5481
Devon Wade
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 9 p.m., Friday
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Simon Tucker
Venue: Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 5:30-8:30 p.m., Friday
Simon Tucker’s solo acoustic sets highlight his soulful voice, songwriting and virtuosic ability on the guitar, an experience that pairs perfectly with a Friday night.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Ron Greene
Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 220 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7-10 p.m., Friday
Ron Greene is heading north for another special night at the Beer Hall. Ron is a dynamic musical presence, spending the last decade performing throughout the West.
Admission: Free to those 21 and over.
Poly-rhythmics concert
Venue: The Hive, First Ave., downtown Sandpoint.
Time: Doors open at 8 p.m., concert starts at 9 p.m., Friday, Nov. 11
Admission: $15, available in advance at 7B Boardshop, Eichardt’s Pub, Evans Brothers Coffee and TicketsWest.
‘Emily Dickinson’
Venue: Bonners Books, 7195 Main St. Main St., in Bonners Ferry
Time: 7 p.m., Friday
This beautiful play about the life and poetry of Emily Dickinson stars Rhea Verbanic as Emily, with Vicki Blake Thompson as her Muse and Barb Nelson providing accompaniment on John’s grand piano.
Directed by Paul Rawlings, this little jewel of a play is not to be missed. The bookstore seats just 35 people for each performance; your tickets should be obtained right away so you don’t miss out.
Admission: $10, available at Bonners Books.
Information: 208-267-2622
‘Little Mermaid, Jr.’
Venue: Pend Oreille Playhouse, 236 S. Union Ave., in Newport.
Time: 7 p.m., Friday
The Pend Oreille Players presents 20 teenagers singing and dancing to the exuberant tunes of Disney’s ‘The Little Mermaid, Jr.’ Additional shows on Nov. 12, 13, 18, 19 & 20.
Admission: $12 adults, $6 for students 18 and under, available online at: www.pendoreilleplayers.org or at the Playhouse box office.
Information: 509-447-9900
‘Elf Jr., The Musical’
Venue: Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague Ave., in Spokane.
Time: 7 p.m., Friday
Admission: $12-$14, available at the box office, by calling 509-413-2915 and online at TicketsWest.
Saturday,
Nov. 12
‘Hamlet’
Venue: The Heartwood Center, 615 Oak St., in Sandpoint.
Time: Doors at 7 p.m., curtain at 7:30 p.m., Saturday
Don’t miss this passionate tragedy featuring some of Sandpoint’s best talent, presented by Unknown Locals.
Additional performances on Nov. 18 & 19.
Admission: $14 general; $12 students and seniors, available at Eve’s Leaves.
Warren Miller’s ‘Here, There & Everywhere’
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., Sandpoint
Time: 7 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 12
Warren Miller releases its 67th film, “Here, There & Everywhere”. The 67th installment brings the thrill of action snowsports to enthusiasts everywhere, as the world’s most accomplished skiers and snowboarders scour the globe for untracked powder and the pursuit of adventure.
Admission: $12.50
Information: panida.org
Neighbor John Kelly & Robert Crader
Venue: Ice House Pizzeria, 140 W. Main St., in Hope.
Time: 5:30 p.m., Saturday
Join your family and friends for this rare and completely awesome live music experience with two of the region’s favorite artists.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Information: 208-264-5555
DJ Josh Adams
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 9 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 12
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Brian Jacobs & Chris Lynch
Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 220 Cedar St., Sandpoint
Time: 7-10 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 12
Admission: Free and open to those 21 and over.
‘Emily Dickinson’
Venue: Bonners Books, 7195 Main St. Main St., in Bonners Ferry
Time: 7 p.m., Saturday
Admission: $10, available at Bonners Books.
Information: 208-267-2622
‘Little Mermaid, Jr.’
Venue: Pend Oreille Playhouse, 236 S. Union Ave., in Newport, Wash.
Time: 7 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 12
The Pend Oreille Players presents 20 teenagers singing and dancing to the exuberant tunes of Disney’s ‘The Little Mermaid, Jr.’ Additional shows on Nov. 13, 18, 19 & 20.
Admission: $12 adults, $6 for students 18 and under, available online at pendoreilleplayers.org or at the Playhouse box office.
Information: 509-447-9900
‘Elf Jr., The Musical’
Venue: Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague Ave., in Spokane.
Time: 3 p.m. and 7 p.m., Saturday
Admission: $12-$14, available at the box office, by calling 509-413-2915 and online at TicketsWest.
Sunday, Nov. 13
‘Little Mermaid, Jr.’
Venue: Pend Oreille Playhouse, 236 S. Union Ave., in Newport.
Time: 3 p.m., Sunday
Admission: $12 adults, $6 for students 18 and under, available online at: www.pendoreilleplayers.org or at the Playhouse box office.
Information: 509-447-9900
‘Elf Jr., The Musical’
Venue: Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague Ave., in Spokane.
Time: 3 p.m., Sunday
Admission: $12-$14, available at the box office, by calling 509-413-2915 and online at TicketsWest.
Monday, Nov. 14
Truck Mills Blues Jam
Venue: Eichardt’s Pub & Grille, located at 212 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7:30 p.m., Monday,
Admission: Free and open to the public.