Dive right into summer's fun, entertainment options
SANDPOINT — From concerts to musical revues, from poetry to choral sounds to film, this week has it all for Sandpoint culture lovers.
Things start with a bang this afternoon up in Bonners Ferry, with the first session of a very cool 10-week Summer Choir program for kids. On Saturday, Patrice Webb and her trio play the Farmers Market and Brother Music blends original poetry and harp guitar in the Library lobby. Also Saturday, get dancin’ to great country music with Country Plus at the Senior Center.
On Sunday, it’s one of the loveliest fun-run views anywhere, as the Bay Trail Fun Run takes over the shores of Lake Pend Oreille. Also, the Panida is showing the hit film, ‘The Promise’ through the weekend.
So much to explore — let’s roll:
Thursday, June 8
‘The Promise’
Venue: Panida Little Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Set during the last days of the Ottoman Empire, The Promise follows a love triangle between Michael, a brilliant medical student, the beautiful and sophisticated Ana, and Chris — a renowned American journalist based in Paris.
Tickets available at the box office and online at: panida.org
Open Mic with Kevin Dorin
Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 312 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 6 p.m.
Come out for a positive environment to share your passion or just come 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.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Summer Choir for Kids
Venue: Novinger’s Music Center, 6426 Kootenai St., in Bonners Ferry
Time: 3 p.m.
This high-quality 10-week Summer Choir program is for first- through sixth-graders. At the conclusion of rehearsals, three performances will be presented: at the Community Restorium, at The Pearl Theater, and at the Boundary County Fair.
The choir will be directed by Glenda Novinger, who brings 40-plus years of music education and performance experience.
Cost: $10 per child for each rehearsal (a 5 percent sibling discount will be applied to additional students from the same family). There will be no additional charge for music, materials or performances.
Information: 208-610-2846
Friday, June 9
‘The Promise’
Venue: Panida Little Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Tickets available at the box office and online at: panida.org
KRFY Live Membership Drive
Venue: KRFY-FM Community Radio, 323 N. First Ave. (upstairs), in downtown Sandpoint.
Time: 8 a.m.-8 p.m.
Swing into the KRFY studios for two full days of live music and on-air fun as Sandpoint’s community radio station launches its annual membership drive!
Information or to volunteer: 208-265-2992
One Street Over
Venue: Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 5-8 p.m.
Father & daughter duo from Nashville, now stealing hearts in the Northwest.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Incredible Flying Dookie Bros.
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 9 p.m.
Fun rock and roll with a non-typical selection of obscure favorites.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Ron Greene
Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 312 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7 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. Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
‘Legends & Lore
Venue: Circle Moon Theatre, located on Highway 211, 3 1/2 miles north of Highway 2, near Newport, Wash.
Time: 6:30 p.m. dinner service, curtain opens at 7:30 p.m. — Fri. June 9
Rainbows, unicorns, folklore, and much more will be celebrated with a handful of giggles in ‘Legends & Lore,’ the spring production of Northwoods Performing Arts.
Additional shows on June 10, 13, and 16-17.
Admission: $25.00 per person for dinner and show, or $12.00 for show only. Senior and children tickets are $10.00.
Reservations: Call 208-448-1294 or visit online at northwoodsperformingarts.com
Saturday, June 10
‘The Promise’
Venue: Panida Little Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 3:30 and 7:30 p.m.
Tickets available at the box office and online at: panida.org
Patrice Webb Trio
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.
Take in the weekend in style by strolling our magnificent market to the sounds of the Patrice Webb Trio. She’s a stunningly great singer and instrumentalist, with a roster of original songs that will put a smile on your face.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Brother Music ‘Soul Psalms & Songs’
Venue: Easy Bonner County Library, Sandpoint branch, 1407 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 2-3:30 p.m.
Longtime local artist Brother Music shares a new creative expression, with original poetry and songs accompanied by his harp guitar. This musician has a long held reputation for artistic growth and stretching creative boundaries.
Admission: Free and open to all ages.
Information: 208-263-6930
Dance to ‘Country Plus’
Venue: Sandpoint Senior Center, 820 Main St., in Sandpoint.
Time: Dance from 1-4 p.m., potluck at 2:30 p.m. (Dances held every second and fourth Saturday of each month.
Local music buffs are well aware of what Country Plus has to offer — the combined talents of Betty and Harold Overland along with Joanne and Bob Brown. Admission: Free and open to all ages.
Information: 208-263-6860
KRFY Live Membership Drive
Venue: KRFY-FM Community Radio, 323 N. First Ave. (upstairs), in downtown Sandpoint.
Time: 8 a.m.-8 p.m.
Live music from local musicians, gift drawings all day and on-air interviews of local interest.
Information or to volunteer: 208-265-2992
Spring Cornhole Tourney
Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 312 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: Registration ends at 12:30 p.m., first toss at 1 p.m.
It’s the first Spring Cornhole Classic (rain or shine)! Cornhole kings and queens will be taking to outdoor court or inside the brewery where they will have up to four regulation courts set up to test your tossin’ abilities in a double elimination tournament.
Register via phone at 208-209-6700, by dropping in days before or day of at 11 a.m. (that’s when the doors open).
Admission: $10 buy-in per team for those 21 and over.
Marty Perron & Doug Bond
Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 312 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7 p.m.
This Sandpoint acoustic duo plays the guitar and mandolin and sings their originals with passion.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
DJ Josh
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 9 p.m.
Kick back at the Two-One-Niner to the perfect tunes supplied by DJ Josh.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Arbor Public Market
Venue: Cedar Street Bridge, First & Cedar, Sandpoint.
Time: 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
‘Legends & Lore’
Venue: Circle Moon Theatre, located on Highway 211, 3 1/2 miles north of Highway 2, near Newport, Wash.
Time: 6:30 p.m. dinner service, curtain opens at 7:30 p.m.
Additional shows on June 13, and 16-17.
Admission: $25.00 per person for dinner and show, or $12.00 for show only. Senior and children tickets are $10.00.
Reservations: Call 208-448-1294 or visit online at northwoodsperformingarts.com
Sunday, June 11
Bay Trail Fun Run
Venue: Pend d’Oreille Bay Trail, north of City Beach in Sandpoint.
Time: 9 a.m.
Celebrate National Trails Day and help protect a community treasure with both 5K and 10K trail runs on the Pend d’Oreille Bay Trail along the shore of Lake Pend Oreille..
For registration and information, go online to pobtrail.org
Monday, June 12
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.
Tuesday, June 13
West African Traditions Drum Class
Venue: Embody Studio, 823 Main St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 5:30 p.m., Tuesdays
This group explores the rich tradition of West African drumming styles under the expert leadership of Ali Thomas.
Admission: Suggested donation of $5-$15
Information: Call 208-597-1892 to reserve a djembe for class, or visit online at: dununbabe.com
‘Legends & Lore’
Venue: Circle Moon Theatre, located on Highway 211, 3 1/2 miles north of Highway 2, near Newport, Wash.
Time: 6:30 p.m. dinner service, curtain opens at 7:30 p.m.
Rainbows, unicorns, folklore, and more will be celebrated with a handful of giggles in ‘Legends & Lore,’ the spring production of Northwoods Performing Arts.
Additional shows June 16-17.
Admission: $25 per person for dinner and show, or $12 for show only. Senior, children tickets $10.
Reservations: Call 208-448-1294 or go online to northwoodsperformingarts.com
Wednesday, June 14
Live Music
Venue: Sandpoint Farmers Market, 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.
‘The Conversation’ with Maria Trujillo
Venue: Ivano’s Ristorante, 102 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 6-8 p.m.
The Conversation is a monthly gathering that is graciously sponsored by the non-profit Creations for Sandpoint on the Cedar St. Bridge.
Admission: Free and open to the public (please support the host venue by planning to dine at Ivano’s).
Information: 208-263-1592