March roars into town with an abundance of fun
SANDPOINT — March came in like a lion and left us with a dusting of new snow and a ton of great events to enjoy.
This weekend, the Angels Over Sandpoint host the 15th annual Follies and, on Saturday, you might have to spread yourself a little thin in order to make the Friends of the Library book sale and First Free Saturday at the museum.
Local music venues are lit right up this week, with everything from stone country to smooth jazz, with a smattering of original material in between.
Here’s what’s up:
Thursday, March 2
Scott Taylor
Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 220 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 6-8 p.m.
Solo Singer/Songwriter night with Scott Taylor.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Umphrey’s McGee
Venue: The Hive, 207 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: Doors open at 8 p.m., show begins at 9 p.m.This band is known for its epic jams — come see and hear for yourself.
Admission: $30 in advance, $35 at the door for ages 21 and older.
Information: livefromthehive.com
Jake Shimabukuro
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.
Admission: $47-$57, available in advance online at: friendsofthebing.org and ticketswest.com and at the box office.
Information: 509-534-5805
Friday, March 3
Angels Over Sandpoint present ‘The Follies’
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: Doors open at 7 p.m. and the variety show starts at 8 p.m. (An additional show is scheduled for March 4)
This is the largest fundraiser of the year for the Angels — an event that specializes in a spectacle of the politically incorrect variety. The Follies are Rated R for risky, racy and risqué — the presenters warn that the shows are ‘not for the easily offended’ — and you must be 21 or over to attend.
Admission: $25 each (if not sold out), available at Eichardt’s, Petal Talk or online at panida.org or sandpointonline.com
Ron Keiper Trio
Venue: Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 5:30-8:30 p.m.
Come listen to a night of some of the best jazz saxophone around.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Brian Jacobs
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 9 p.m.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Devon Wade
Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 220 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7-10 p.m.
Straight up country music from this Indie artist makes for a great night of good sounds.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Saturday, March 4
Angels Over Sandpoint present ‘The Follies’
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: Doors open at 7 p.m. and the variety show starts at 8 p.m.
Admission: $25 each (if not sold out), available at Eichardt’s, Petal Talk or online at panida.org or sandpointonline.com
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 snow is still on the ground but the promise of spring is in the air (on sunny days, anyway.) FOL again invites you to warm your cold noses, finger and toes during the monthly book sale. It’s finally time to feature a selection of books on gardening, design and herbs. Even if you can’t see the earth yet, it really is time to plan those gardens. Because they are so popular and because they have a very large selection, the sale will also feature mysteries and fiction.
Information: 208-263-6930
First Free Saturday
Venue: Bonner County History Museum, 611 S. Ella Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Join your friends at The Museum for a day of soaking up our rich local and regional history. Come check out the new exhibit, ‘The Dark Side of Bonner County.’
Admission: Free and open to the public thanks to the generosity of local sponsors Jack & Colleen Fillipowski.
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 dinner scheduled for 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
Mike Wagoner
Venue: Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 5:30-8:30 p.m.
Enjoy a collection of originals from country-rock to ballads and soulful folk, with a peppering of humorous songs throughout.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
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.
Truck Mills & Friends
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 8:30 p.m.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
The Riff Hangers
Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 220 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 6:30-9:30 p.m.
Some classic jammin’ is in store when the Riff Hangers are in the house!
Admission: Free to those 21 and over.
KPBX Free Kids’ Concert with Floating Crowbar
Venue: Riverside Place (formerly the Masonic Center), 1108 W. Riverside Ave., in Spokane.
Time: 1 p.m.
The quartet, made up of Rick Ruben, Don Thomsen, Morgan Anderson, and James Hunter, is considered one of the region’s best and most authentic Irish bands as they perform a lively mix of jigs, reels and hornpipes.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Spokane Symphony Super Pops: ‘Altan’
Venue: Martin Woldson Theater at the Fox, 1001 W. Sprague Ave., in Spokane.
Time: 8 p.m.
No Irish traditional band in the last dozen years has had a wider impact on audiences and music lovers throughout the world than Altan. The band is unwaveringly committed to bringing the beauty of traditional music to contemporary audiences in a way that inspires excitement and appreciation for the genre.
Admission: $28-$65, 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, March 5
Spokane String Quartet
Venue: Martin Woldson Theater at the Fox, 1001 W. Sprague Ave., in Spokane.
Time: 3 p.m. — Sun., March 5
Admission: $20 adults, $16 seniors, $12 students, 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.
Monday, March 6
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.
Gonzaga Symphony Orchestra
Venue: Martin Woldson Theater at the Fox, 1001 W. Sprague Ave., in Spokane.
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Admission: $14 adults, $10 seniors and students (with 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.
Wednesday, March 8
‘The Conversation’ — with Capt. Dan Mimmack
Venue: Ivano’s Ristorante, 102 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 6-8 p.m.
Maritime adventures on wooden ships, especially on pirate ships, have always inspired the imaginations of seafarers and landlubbers alike. Come and listen to our own local pirate and professional woodworker, Captain Dan Mimmack, as he shares the art of craftsmanship in the restoring, building, and sailing of his authentic pirate-style ship, the ‘Wind Spirit.’ Dan is also the founder and long-time designer/builder for Northwest Handmade Furniture and Gallery, and has been a member of Inland Northwest Chapter of the Antique Classic Boat Society for 14 years.
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.
Information: 208-263-1592
Hiawatha Drum Circle
Venue: Hope Memorial Community Center, 415 Wellington Place, in Hope.
Time: 6:30 p.m. (Also 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 jackgreen7712@gmail.com
Friday, March 10
‘Once Upon a Mattress’
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7 p.m (Additional shows scheduled for March 11, 16, 17 and 18)
If you thought you knew the story of ‘The Princess and The Pea,’ you may be in for a walloping surprise! Did you know, for instance, that Princess Winnifred actually swam the moat to reach Prince Dauntless the Drab? Or that Lady Larken’s love for Sir Harry provided a rather compelling reason that she reach the bridal altar post haste? Or that, in fact, it wasn’t the pea at all that caused the princess a sleepless night? Carried on a wave of wonderful songs, by turns hilarious and raucous, romantic and melodic, this rollicking spin on the familiar classic of royal courtship and comeuppance provides for some side-splitting shenanigans.
Admission: $16 each, available at Eve’s Leaves or online at panida.org or sandpointonline.com.