Spring serenades community with entertainment, fun
SANDPOINT — Ah, the serenade of birds in the mornings and frogs at night — plus the sounds of concerts and great live music all over the area! Spring is most definitely upon us. Be sure to check out the premier performance of Right Front Burner Friday night at the 219 Lounge, plus two nights of dinner concerts by John Craigie on Saturday and Sunday at Di Luna’s Café. The Pearl Theater in Bonners Ferry has a concert Saturday night, and you can catch Bright Moments Jazz at two different venues — Eichardt’s and IPA — both Friday and Saturday nights.
To round things out, the Panida Theater has a lovely film showing Thursday-Sunday this week, with lots of showtime options.
Plenty of action out there, so let’s proceed to check it out:
Thursday, April 6
‘Growing up Smith’
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 3:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.
A nostalgic drift back in time to American suburbs in 1979 as we see the struggles of a 10-year-old boy falling in love with the beautiful girl in the neighborhood. He is Smith Bhatnagar (played by Roni Akurati) and he struggles with bullies, but his struggle is compounded by his accent and his culture. Amy, the ‘girl next door,’ is played by Brighton Sharbino and she befriends him to empower him against his adversaries.
Tickets available at the box office and online at: panida.org
Brandon Watterson
Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 312 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 6-8 p.m.
Solo Singer/Songwriter night: Come out for a night of music with a longtime local with a great sound you’ve probably heard in the past with numerous bands. In this setting, you’ll hear just him and his guitar.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Friday, April 7
‘Growing up Smith’
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 3:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.
Tickets available at the box office and online at: panida.org
Right Front Burner
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 9 p.m.
What a night this is going to be! It’s RFB’s first show at the 219, and it comes on an auspicious date — On April 7, 1933, President Franklin Roosevelt took the first step toward ending Prohibition and signed a law that allowed people to brew and sell beer, in the United States, as long as it remained below 4 percent alcohol by volume.
The 219 will host a tap takeover by Rogue Brewing! Sample, drink and imbibe in some of their greatest beers. They also welcome 2 Towns Cider House and a couple of their refreshing bevs.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Bright Moments Jazz
Venue: Eichardt’s Pub & Grille, 212 Cedar St., in Sandpoint
Time: 7-10 p.m.
It’s been a while since we’ve been treated to the stellar sound of this band, so don’t miss a golden opportunity to get in on some truly great musicianship.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Strangled Darlings
Venue: Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 5:30-8:30 p.m.
Built on a deep sense of rhythm and groove, carried by George on the mandolin and Jess on custom tenor bass and foot drums. His mandolin bursts out in a slalom of notes and snare drum rhythms. Her solid body custom tenor bass weaves intricate counter melody and her feet pound a percussive groove.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Riff Hangers
Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 312 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 6:30-9:30 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.
Saturday, April 8
‘Growing up Smith’
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Tickets available at the box office and online at: panida.org
John Craigie
Venue: DiLuna’s Cafe, 207 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: Doors open at 5:30 p.m. for dinner and the concert starts at 7:30 p.m.
Opening act: Little Wolf. If John Prine and Mitch Hedberg had a baby, the resulting product would resemble something very close to Portland, Ore., singer-songwriter John Craigie. Musically comparable to Prine, with the humor and wit of Hedberg, the humble, gracious, and hilarious Craigie is one of the best storytellers of our time. He’ll make you laugh and make you cry, all in the same song. With a fan-base that is more of a continually expanding circle of friends, John Craigie’s true passion is connecting with people through shared experiences, stories, and song.
Admission: $15 available a DiLuna’s Café. Be sure to make reservations by calling 208-263-0864.
Bright Moments Jazz
Venue: Idaho Pour Authority, 203 Cedar St., in Sandpoint
Time: 5-7 p.m.
Every night of music with Bright Moments Jazz is an evening well spent. Have a brew and enjoy some of the tastiest playing in the Pacific Northwest.
Admission: Free and open to those 21 and over.
Browne Salmon Truck
Venue: Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 5:30-8:30 p.m.
Enjoy a fusion of modern and aged, jazz and blues from the talented Truck Mills and Samantha Carston. Great playing and incredible vocal — a must-see.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
DJ Josh Adams
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 9 p.m.
The fun is downtown, with DJ Josh providing the soundtrack.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Brian Jacobs & Chris Lynch
Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 312 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7-10 p.m.
Brian Jacobs and Chris Lynch are teaming up for an exciting night of live music in Sandpoint! They are a fun duo with a great sound that will have you out on the floor dancing.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Dan Thomason
Venue: Ice House Pizzeria, 140 W. Main St., in Hope.
Time: 5-8 p.m.
Live music is becoming a regular thing at Ice House Pizzeria — and you certainly can’t beat the lake view. Check out Dan Thomason and his repertoire of classic favorites.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Info.: 208-264-5555
Arbor Public Market
Venue: Cedar Street Bridge, corner of First & Cedar.
Time: 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Alex Ashley & Bradford Loomis
Venue: Pearl Theater, 7160 Ash St., in Bonners Ferry.
Time: Doors open at 6 p.m., show starts at 7 p.m.
Americana/blues artist Alex Ashley, joined by folk icon
Bradford Loomis, brings a night of storytelling and Americana to the Pearl. Prepare for sultry blues and razor-sharp guitar with this Americana duo. Local young singer/songwriter Karly Leonardo opens. Buy a ticket to support her first show!
Admission: $12 in advance, $15 at the door. Available in advance at Mountain Mike’s and Bonners Books.
Information: 208-610-2846 or online tickets at www.thepearltheater.org
Whitworth Symphony Orchestra ‘Eroica’
Venue: Martin Woldson Theater at the Fox, 1001 W. Sprague Ave., in Spokane.
Time: Doors at 2 p.m., concert begins at 3 p.m.
The Whitworth Symphony Orchestra and String Department are under the direction of violinist and conductor Philip Baldwin, D.M.A. Join them for their spring concert.
Admission: $7 adults, $5 seniors; students admitted free with school ID, available at the box office of Martin Woldson Theater at The Fox, by calling 509-624-1200, or online at spokanesymphony.org and at all TicketsWest outlets.
Sunday, April 9
‘Growing up Smith’
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 3:30 p.m.
Tickets available at the box office and online at: panida.org
John Craigie
Venue: DiLuna’s Cafe, 207 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: Doors open at 5:30 p.m. for dinner and the concert starts at 7:30 p.m.
Opening act: Jenny Anne Mannan. If John Prine and Mitch Hedberg had a baby, the resulting product would resemble something very close to Portland, Ore., singer-songwriter John Craigie. He’ll make you laugh and make you cry, all in the same song.
Admission: $15 available a DiLuna’s Café. Be sure to make reservations by calling 208-263-0864.
EWU Faculty Concert with Randel Wagner
Venue: The Bing Crosby Theater, 909 W. First Ave., in Spokane.
Time: Doors open at 2:30 p.m., show starts at 3 p.m.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Information: 509-534-5805
Monday, April 10
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, April 12
Hiawatha Drum Circle
Venue: Hope Memorial Community Center, 415 Wellington Place, in Hope.
Time: 6:30 p.m. (Held on consecutive Wednesdays)
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 e-mail: jackgreen7712@gmail.com