Spring has sprung & entertainment is in full bloom
SANDPOINT — Spring has sprung and arts and entertainment are in full bloom! Thins start off with a bang tonight, as our own Leon Atkinson hosts another in his series of classical guitar concerts, this time featuring John Goulart. The Panida screens a preview showing of “All Nighter” on the big screen this evening and POAC presents a wonderful concert by Women of the World Friday night on the Panida stage.
On Saturday, the Marshall McLean Band rolls into the 219 Lounge for a CD release party and the monthly social dance takes place at Community Hall. As always, there’s live music all over town and a host of other events you’ll want to check out.
So, here they are:
Thursday, March 23
‘All Nighter’
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7 p.m.
Come see this pre-release in the New York Film Critic Series! ‘All Nighter’ is about a workaholic father (J.K. Simmons: Spiderman, The Meddler, The Accountant) who attempts to visit his daughter during a layover in L.A., only to discover that she’s disappeared. He is forced to team up with her awkward ex-boyfriend to find her over the course of one transformative night. Interviews with the stars after the movie.
Admission: $10.83, available online at panida.org
Friends of the Guitar Hour present John Goulart
Venue: Jacklin Arts Center, 405 N. William St., in Post Falls.
Time: 7:30 p.m.
If you enjoy Leon Atkinson’s weekly show, The Guitar Hour, on Spokane Public Radio-KPBX-FM, you’re in for a real treat with this ongoing classical guitar concert series. John Goulart now enjoys the reputation of being one of Canada’s finest guitarists. He first came into prominence in 1992, after winning the First Prize in the inaugural Great Lakes International Guitar Competition. In that same year he was also a finalist and prize-winner in the Guitar Canada and Guitar Foundation of America Competitions. John’s other international prizes include the 38th annual Tokyo Guitar Contest and the Alirio Diaz Competition in Venezuela.
Admission: $30, available online at http://friendsoftheguitarhour.bpt.me/
Benny Baker
Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 220 Cedar St.
Time: 6-8 p.m.
Solo Singer/Songwriter night: He rocks, he rolls and we are going to get down with his bad artist self. Benny can be seen in many of you favorite bands: Miah Kohal, Beat Diggers, Other White Meat and is a true treat to take in on his own.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Friday, March 24
POAC presents ‘Women of the World’
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Women of the World believe in the power of music. They believe in their bond as a family of musicians. They believe in peace. Women of the World was born from a dream to bring musicians from across the globe onto a common creative platform. With performances at Carnegie Hall, the Boston Symphony Hall, TEDxBoston, and United Nations events, Women of the World continues to spread the message of peace and unity through music.
Admission: $10-$25, available online at panida.org
BareGrass
Venue: Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 5:30-8:30 p.m.
Get ready to get your fun and funky bluegrass groove on!
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Devon Wade
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., Sandpoint.
Time: 9 p.m.
Live music with Devon Wade, featuring country classics and original material.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Still Tipsy & The Hangovers
Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 220 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7-10 p.m.
Big fun is always in store with this rockabilly trio. Let them move you.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
‘On a Turtle’s Back’
Venue: Pend Oreille Playhouse, 236 Union St., in Newport, Wash.
Time: Doors open at 6:30 p.m., play starts at 7 p.m.
Kids and Kabuki? This year’s third- to sixth grade show is based on a Japanese Folk Tale, written by Amy Hollon and Zac Curtis and will employ some ancient Japanese theatre magic.
Admission: $6-$12, available at the Playhouse box office or online at pendoreilleplayers.org
Information: 509-447-9900
Saturday, March 25
‘Fly Fishing Film Festival’
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7 p.m.
Trout Unlimited Fundraiser and Touring Fly Fishing Film Festival invite you to see amazing rivers and fishing adventures along with great raffles and giveaways.
Admission: $15, available in advance at Eichardt’s and North 40 and at the box office.
Marshall McLean Band CD Release Party
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 9 p.m.
Marshall and a stellar band celebrate the release of his sophomore album, “SODAK.’ A very special night of original tunes!
Admission: $10 at the door for those 21 and over.
Social Dance
Venue: Sandpoint Community Hall, 204 S. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7-10 p.m.
This fun event starts with a one-hour country two-step 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, $6 members and $5 teens. USA Dance events are alcohol- and tobacco-free.
Information: 208-699-0421 or visit: usadancesandpoint.org
Scotia Road at MickDuff’s Beer Hall
Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 220 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 6:30-9:30 p.m.
This four-piece family band is made up of guitar, mandolin and upright bass backing up the lovely vocals and harmonies of the mother-daughter duo. You might just fall in love with Scotia Road.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Arbor Public Market
Venue: Cedar Street Bridge, corner of First & Cedar, in Sandpoint.
Time: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. – Saturday, March 25
Admission: Free and open to the public.
‘On a Turtle’s Back’
Venue: Pend Oreille Playhouse, 236 Union St., in Newport, Wash.
Time: Doors open at 6:30 p.m., play starts at 7 p.m.
Kids and Kabuki? This year’s third- to sixth-grade show is based on a Japanese folk tale, written by Amy Hollon and Zac Curtis and will employ some ancient Japanese theatre magic.
Admission: $6-$12, available at the Playhouse box office or online at: pendoreilleplayers.org
Information: 509-447-9900
Spokane Symphony Classics: ‘The Russian Soul’
Venue: Martin Woldson Theater at the Fox, 1001 W. Sprague Ave., in Spokane.
Time: Doors at 7 p.m., concert begins at 8 p.m.
Admission: Tickets 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.
‘Weird Sisters’ poetry & stories
Venue: The Bing Crosby Theater, 909 W. First Ave., in Spokane.
Time: Doors open at 6 p.m., show starts at 7 p.m.
Scablands Lit and Friends of the Bing invite you to the third annual Lilac City Fairy Tales, featuring original stories, poems, and songs from some of the brightest artistic talent in our region.
Admission: $11-$16, available in advance online at: friendsofthebing.org and ticketswest.com and at the box office.
Information: 509-534-5805
Sunday, March 26
‘On a Turtle’s Back’
Venue: Pend Oreille Playhouse, 236 Union St., in Newport, Wash.
Time: Doors open at 2:30 p.m., play starts at 3 p.m.
Admission: $6-$12, available at the Playhouse box office or online at: pendoreilleplayers.org
Information: 509-447-9900
Spokane Symphony Classics: ‘The Russian Soul’
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.
Admission: Tickets 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.
‘B-b-b-Bing!’
Venue: The Bing Crosby Theater, 909 W. First Ave., in Spokane.
Time: Shows at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m.
Admission: $12-$15, available at the box office or by calling 509-448-5423.
Monday, March 27
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, March 29
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 e-mail: jackgreen7712@gmail.com
Thursday, March 30
‘Paint & Sip’ Class
Venue: Hope Memorial Community Center, 415 Wellington Place, in Hope.
Time: 6:30 p.m.
All painting supplies are provided, you just bring the fun! MCC will have wine, beer and soda for sale and light snacks available.
Admission: $35
Information: 208-264-5481
Friday, March 31
‘Illusio: Tour of Illusion’ magic show at the Panida
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 3:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Ace illusionist Isaiah Daniels performs this brand new magic show on the big stage. Come see Illusio, a show the whole family will enjoy, one day only! Directed & Produced by, Andy Schneider, and Jesse Davis.
Admission: $10-$16, available in advance at Baxter’s, Eve’s Leaves, at the box office and online at panida.org.