Calendar of cool packed with plenty of hot times
SANDPOINT — Looks like we’re into 2017 for the long haul now, which is just fine, because the calendar of cool stuff is as packed as ever.
One good way to warm up this week would be to swing by Community Hall Friday evening and join the fun at the Sandpoint ContraDance. You don’t need any experience as all the dances are taught as you go. Live music, lots of friends and a crazy good time.
Also Friday — and Saturday — the Panida will screen the film “Captain Fantastic” and follow the movie with a Q&A session with actor Viggo Mortensen. Earlier in the day on Saturday, the Library hosts a double feature showing as part of the ongoing Native Heritage Film Series. Saturday night has another option in store — a sleigh ride, dinner and concert with the Bridges Home Trio up at Western Pleasure Guest Ranch.
Looking ahead to Monday, be sure to attend POAC’s Student Art Show opening, followed by a short film at the Panida Little Theater.
More details, you say? Just keep readin’ ….
Thursday, Jan. 12
‘Backstage’ Volunteer Night at the Pearl Theater
Venue: Pearl Theater, 7160 Ash St., in Bonners Ferry.
Time: 5:30-7 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 12
Interested in volunteering in the arts, but wondering where to start? Check out ‘Backstage’, a new, monthly volunteer night event featuring theater tours and interactive brainstorming meetings. Bring your ideas!
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Information: 208-610-2846 or online at thepearltheater.org
Kevin Dorin at MickDuff’s Beer Hall
Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 220 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7-9 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 12
Thursday Night Solo Singer/Songwriter Series, One of the most original voices you may ever hear, Kevin Dorin sounds like no one but Kevin Dorin, and that’s a good thing.
Admission: Free to those 21 and over.
Friday, Jan. 13
Sandpoint Contra Dance at Community Hall
Venue: Sandpoint Community Hall, 204 S. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7-10 p.m., Friday, Jan. 13
Celebrate the New Year and 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 ‘Northern Shores’ 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
‘Captain Fantastic’ film and Q&A with Viggo Mortensen at the Panida
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7:30 p.m., Friday, Jan. 13 (additional showing on Jan. 14)
Captain Fantastic, starring Viggo Mortensen, tells the story of a father devoted to raising his six kids off-grid through rigorous physical and intellectual education in the forests of the Pacific Northwest. A family tragedy forces them to leave their paradise and enter the world, challenging the father’s idea of what it means to be a parent.
Beautifully filmed largely in the forests of western Washington, viewers will be reminded of the local forests of North Idaho.
Each evening will include a screening of the film followed by a question and answer session with the actor. The event will benefit Panhandle Community Radio (KRFY) and Team Autism 24/7. Panhandle Community Radio brings commercial-free high quality, national news and information programming such as ‘Democracy Now!’ to North Idaho, as well as cutting-edge general interest, perspective, independent and multi-cultural music shows.
Proceeds from these events also will help support Team Autism 24/7, a non-profit organization that provides support, education, and resources to families living with autism in north Idaho. Team Autism 24/7 hosts an annual cyclocross bicycle race event at the University of Idaho Sandpoint campus as its primary fund raising event.
Admission: $15, available in advance at Eichardt’s Pub and Grill, Evans Brothers Coffee and Syringa Cyclery in Sandpoint, by calling KRFY at 208-265-2992, and online at panida.org
Information: 208-265-2992
Ron Criscione at Pend d’Oreille Winery
Venue: Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 5:30-8:30 p.m., Friday, Jan. 13
Ron plays an eclectic mix of tunes from the ‘60s to present-day, featuring his own brand of guitar styling to complement strong vocals.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Ron Greene at MickDuff’s Beer Hall
Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 220 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7-10 p.m., Friday, Jan. 13
Ron Greene is heading north for another special night at the Beer Hall. 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 to those 21 and over.
Saturday, Jan. 14
Native Heritage Film Series Double Feature
Venue: Sandpoint, 1407 Cedar St.
Time: 12:30 p.m. and 3 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 14
Celebrate native cultures with exclusive screenings of feature-length and short films not yet released into the library’s public circulation. This month’s double feature includes ‘Spirit In Glass’ and ‘Horse Tribe.’ Back-stories and interactive discussions are led by Jane Fritz, director of The Idaho Mythweaver, following each presentation.
The Native American Film Series is a partnership of The Idaho Myth-weaver and East Bonner Co. Library Dist. and funded by Idaho Community Foundation, Idaho Humanities Council, TransEco Services and endorsed by the Bonner Co. Human Rights Task Force.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
For more information, visit www.ebonnerlibrary.org.
‘Captain Fantastic’ film and Q&A with Viggo Mortensen at the Panida
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 14
Admission: $15, available in advance at Eichardt’s Pub and Grill, Evans Brothers Coffee and Syringa Cyclery in Sandpoint, by calling KRFY at 208-265-2992, and online at www.panida.org
Information: 208-265-2992
Western Pleasure Ranch Sleigh Ride, Dinner & Bridges Home Concert
Venue: Western Pleasure Guest Ranch, 1413 Upper Gold Creek Rd., east of Sandpoint.
Enjoy scenic horse-drawn sleigh rides at Western Pleasure Guest Ranch, followed by dinner and a concert with Bridges Home, featuring Tami, Dave and Paul Gunter — a trio of lead vocalists and multi-instrumentalists who perform transformed Americana, Celtic, roots and many originals.
Admission: Cost is $68 per person; $58 children ages 6-12; children 5 and under free.Advance reservations required.
Reservations and information: 208-263-9066 or westernpleasureranch.com
Arbor Public Market on the Cedar Street Bridge
Venue: Cedar Street Bridge, corner of First & Cedar, in Sandpoint.
Time: 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 14
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Brian Jacobs & Chris Lynch at MickDuff’s Beer Hall
Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 220 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7-10 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 14
Admission: Free; 21 and over.
Monday, Jan. 16
Student Art Show & Film at POAC Gallery and Panida Little Theater
Venue: POAC Gallery, 302 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint
Time: 5:30 p.m. for art show; 6:45 p.m. for film screening., Monday, Jan. 16
Join the Bonner County Human Rights Task Force as they present the annual Student Art for Human Rights Show, opening at the POAC Gallery. The art show premier will be followed by a showing of ‘The Children’s March’, a short film documenting the struggle for civil rights in Birmingham, Ala.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Truck Mills Blues Jam at Eichardt’s
Venue: Eichardt’s Pub & Grille, 212 Cedar St., Sandpoint.
Time: 7:30 p.m., Monday, Jan. 16
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Thursday, Jan. 19
Banff Mountain Film Festival at the Panida
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint
Time: Doors open at 6 p.m., films start at 7 p.m., Jan. 19 (Additional film festival showings on Jan. 20 & 21)
This film festival travels the world, including a stop right here in Sandpoint! Enjoy more than 25 short films over the course of three nights and see why this event has such a cool reputation.
Admission: Pricing depends on how many nights you attend. Tickets and information available in advance at Eichardt’s Pub & Grille, Burger Express, The Alpine Shop and Outdoor Experience, or online at: www.panida.org
Saturday, Jan. 28
Anniversary Dance at Community Hall
Venue: Sandpoint Community Hall, 204 S. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7-10 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 28
Come celebrate the fun tradition of social dancing in Sandpoint. This annual ‘Anniversary Dance’ starts with a one-hour Waltz lesson taught by a local professional instructor from 7- 8 pm, followed by general dancing, refreshments, door prizes, mixers, and a drawing for one month of free dance lessons. Singles, couples and all levels of dancers are welcome.
Admission: $9 adults and $5 teens. USA Dance events are alcohol and tobacco free.
Information: 208-699-0421 or visit: usadancesandpoint.org