Winter can't put chill on region's art options
SANDPOINT – Winter winds may blow, but they can’t melt the warm heart of the arts in Sandpoint. We’ve got ample proof of that in this week’s calendar. So much to do, in fact, that we are going to dive right in!
Thursday, Feb. 2
Paul Rawlings ‘Eclectic Collector’
Venue: East Bonner County Library, 1407 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: Noon – Thursday, Feb. 2
Join this fascinating collector as he introduces the topic: ‘Creating A Work of Art by Merging Art, Artifacts & Books.’ Hosted by the Friends of the Library.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
For more information, visit ebonnerlibrary.org.
‘Things to Come’
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Critics Consensus: A union to cherish between a writer-director and star working at peak power, ‘Things to Come’ offers quietly profound observations on life, love, and the irrevocable passage of time.
Admission: Available online at: panida.org
Brian Jacobs
Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 220 Cedar St. in Sandpoint.
Time: 7-9 p.m.
Thursday Night Solo Singer/Songwriter Series.
Admission: Free to those 21 and over.
Friday, Feb. 3
‘Things to Come’
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint
Time: 5:30 p.m.
The film offers quietly profound observations on life, love, and the irrevocable passage of time.
Admission: Available online at: panida.org
Mostly Harmless
Venue: Ol’ Red’s Pub, 202 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 8 p.m.
This eclectic duo always takes things up a couple of notches, both in choice of repertoire and musical delivery. Plus, they really are mostly harmless. Honest.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Harold’s IGA
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 9 p.m.
One of Sandpoint’s top Indie bands mixes it up with cool covers and strong original material.
Admission: Free, 21 and over.
Devon Wade
Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 220 Cedar St. in Sandpoint.
Time: 7-10 p.m.
Country music the way it was meant to be — no frills and lots of feeling.
Admission: Free, 21 and over.
Coeur d’Alene Jazz Dance Benefit
Venue: Lake City Center, 1916 Lakewood Dr., in Coeur d’Alene.
Time: 7 p.m.
This benefit concert features the Pamela Benton Band and an auction of culinary experiences. Includes hors ’d oeuvres and a no-host wine bar. Benefiting the Unity Spiritual Center and North Idaho Pride Alliance.
Admission: $30 per person or two for $50.
Information: 208-352-3518
Diani & Devine ‘Meet the Apocalypse’ Comedy Show
Venue: The Bing Crosby Theater, 909 W. First Ave., in Spokane.
Time: Doors open at 6:30 p.m., show starts at 7:30 p.m.
Two comedians. One apocalypse. When all power and communication systems mysteriously shut off, down on their luck comedians Gabriel Diani and Etta Devine pack up their things and hit the road in search of a safe haven to wait out the possible extinction event.
Admission: $13, available in advance online at: spokanefilmfestival.org/event/diani-devine-meet-the-apocalypse/ and at the box office.
Information: 509-534-5805
Saturday, Feb. 4
Comedy For A Cause
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Phil’s stand up is fun and easy to relate to. He often dissects marriage and small town life, all while trying not to make too much fun of his kids. He had ‘em in stitches to take 1st Place at Valleyfest Clean Comedy Competition in 2015. Come and join in the laughs as you help raise funds for the next stage of upgrading the Panida’s sound system.
Admission: $15, available in advance at: panida.org or at the box office (if still available on show night).
Information: 208-255-7801
‘Things to Come’
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint
Time: 1 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. – Sat., Feb. 4
Admission: Available online at: panida.org
Friends of the Library Used Book Sale
Venue: East Bonner County Library, 1407 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
The Friends of the Library invite you to warm your cold, cold hands during their monthly book sale. They are again featuring CDs at the low price of four for $1 and DVDs for $0.50. Check out the selection of books about sailing and flying, fishing, animals and a collection of books about politics and political figures, both past and current.
Information: 208-263-6930
First Free Saturday
Venue: Bonner County History Museum, 611 S. Ella Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Join your friends at The Museum for a day of soaking up our rich local and regional history. Come check out our newest exhibits, ‘The Doctor is In: Medicine in Bonner County’ ‘The Dark Side of Bonner County’ and ‘Guardians of the Forest: The U.S. Forest Service’
Admission: Free and open to the public thanks to the generosity of sponsors Jack & Shirley Parker.
Information: 208-263-2344
Lights, Camera, Murder!’ Mystery Dinner
Venue: Talus Rock Retreat (Behind Sandpoint West Athletic Club on Pine St.), in Sandpoint.
Time: 11 a.m., downtown scavenger hunt (optional); 5:30 p.m. cocktail hour (Additional murder mystery dinners scheduled for March 4 and April 1)
Dress up as your favorite celebrity and join the fun for pre-party events, including a downtown scavenger hunt and murder mystery dinner.
Admission: $69 per guest, including dinner and drinks.
Information: 208-255-8458 or visit: sandpointretreat.com/murdermystery
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.
Marty Perron & Doug Bond
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 9 p.m.
The pick, they sing they do it all at once on multiple instruments. Be there.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Harold’s IGA
Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 220 Cedar St. in Sandpoint.
Time: 7-9 p.m.
It’s a duo, it’s a band – it’s all of the above, depending on when you catch their act. So do catch it!
Admission: Free to those 21 and over.
Long-Distance Hiking Clinic
Venue: Lake City Community Church, 6200 N. Ramsey Rd., in Coeur d’Alene.
Time: Doors open at 8:15 a.m., clinic runs from 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
This clinic is designed for anyone interested in doing a long distance hike, especially on the Appalachian Trail, Pacific Crest Trail, Pacific Northwest Trail or any other long distance trail.
Presenters are experienced long distance hikers and Triple Crown recipients who have hiked a minimum of 8,000 miles and completed the Pacific Crest Trail, the Appalachian Trail and the Continental Divide Trail.
Admission: $10 for ALDHA West members; $20 for non-members.
Advance registration can be made on line at: ALDHAWest.org/Ruck
Spokane Symphony & Lon Chaney’s ‘Phantom’ film
Venue: Martin Woldson Theater at the Fox, 1001 W. Sprague Ave., in Spokane.
Time: Doors open at 6:30 p.m., film and concert at 7:30 p.m
The Spokane Symphony, in association with Spokane International Film Festival, present a symphonic screening the 1925 classic flick The Phantom of the Opera, with live music arranged by silent film pianist Rick Friend and the Spokane Symphony, under that baton of Assistant Conductor Jorge Luis Uzcátegui.
Admission: Tickets available at the box office of Martin Woldson Theater at The Fox, by calling 509-624-1200, or online and at all TicketsWest outlets.
Monday, Feb. 6
Truck Mills Blues Jam
Venue: Eichardt’s Pub & Grille, located at 212 Cedar St.
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Tuesday, Feb. 7
JazzNIC Concert
Venue: North Idaho College’s Boswell Hall Schuler Performing Arts Center, 1000 W. Garden Ave., in Coeur d’Alene.
Time: 7:30 p.m. – Tuesday, Feb. 7
This concert will feature the NIC Jazz Ensemble directed by NIC Instructor Terry Jones and special guests Dan Bukvich, Gary Gemberling, and Al Gemberling.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Information: 208-769-3276
Wednesday, Feb. 8
POAC Presents: Alistair Fraser & Natalie Haas
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7 p.m.
Alistair Fraser has long been regarded as Scotland’s finest fiddler and Natalie Haas is California’s sizzilingly talented cellist. Together, they unleash dazzling musical teamwork and a shared passion for taking the infectious melodies and grooves of Scottish music on a new journey.
Admission: $16 members, $25 adults, $10 for those 18 & under. Sponsored by Bonner County Daily Bee, NEA, WESTAF, ICF, ICA, Sleep’s Cabins, Keokee Co. Publishing, Idaho Pour Authority, Ivano’s Ristorante, The Reader and the Panida Theater.
Information: 208-263-6139 or email: poactivities@gmail.com
‘TThe Conversation’ – with Anna Largen
Venue: Ivano’s Ristorante, 102 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 6-8 p.m
Have you ever had a mental block when you can’t write, draw or just be creative? Come to experience how essential oils can release emotions, dissolve mental blocks and add calmness, clarity, and wellbeing. Join this fun time of discussion and make a blend of essential oils to feel fabulous! If interested in making your personal blend, the cost is $5.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Information: 208-263-1592
Friday, Feb. 10
Sadie Sicilia Concert
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint
Time: Doors open at 7 p.m., concert starts at 7:30 p.m.
Sadie Sicilia — formerly Sadie Wagoner — will take the stage with an ace backup band comprised of Chris Terracciano, Mike Wagoner, Tammy Wagoner, Reese Warren, Desiree Bernhard and Chris Lynch.
You’ve seen Sadie perform before but never like this – in the spotlight!
Admission: $12, available in advance at: panida.org
XSandpoint Contra Dance
Venue: Sandpoint Community Hall, 204 S. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7-10 p.m. – Friday, Feb. 10
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. 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