FALL INTO FUN AS OCTOBER BRINGS PLENTY OF OPTIONS
SANDPOINT – We prepare to take the big swing into October and the transition from one month to another promises big doings in town.
For one thing, the legendary funksters of RFB are playing Friday night at the 219 Lounge and country artist Devon Wade has a CD party that night at MickDuff’s Beer Hall. Meanwhile, the Panida boasts both a film festival and a Saturday night concert with two excellent tribute bands playing music from The Doors and Creedence.
Also Saturday, it’s 100,000 Poets for Change at Evans Brothers Coffee Roasters.
So much to do, so little time!
Thursday, Sept. 28
‘Manhattan Short Film Festival’
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7:30 p.m.
It’s back for its 20th Anniversary. Never seen on Cable, VOD, or anywhere else. Come see it in your hometown historic theater. The 10 best films out of 1,615 entries from 75 countries and we are one of just 250 cities that will be screening these films. Your vote counts when you fill out the ballot you are handed when you walk in the door. Some content could be adult themed, use caution with children.
Tickets available at the box office and online at panida.org
Friday, Sept. 29
Right Front Burner (RFB)
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 9 p.m.
This is Sandpoint’s funk, disco, rock and groove band – arguably the funkiest trio you’ll see in the Inland Northwest, whose years of music experience shines through with every glistening note. With the power to make any booty shake, RFB is here to help you get your groove on!
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
‘Manhattan Short Film Festival’
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 5:30 and 8:30 p.m.
The 10 best films out of 1,615 entries from 75 countries and we are one of just 250 cities that will be screening these films. On Oct. 9, the winner will be announced on ManhattanShort.com. Some content could be adult themed, use caution with children.
Tickets available at the box office and online at panida.org
POAC ‘Arts Grow Learning’ Opening
Venue: Sandpoint Center (Columbia Bank Atrium), 414 Church St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Join the Pend Oreille Arts Council at the Sandpoint Center for This look at how the arts impact the learning process. Refreshments provided by Tango Café. Sponsored by Columbia Bank.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Devon Wade CD Party
Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 220 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Debuting his self-titled album ‘Devon Wade,’ MickDuff’s Beer Hall is excited to welcome the Devon Wade Band for a Brewery Bash! You’ll get to hear his new songs ‘Beer Me, and ‘Show Me The Cash.’
Admission: $5 for those 21 and over.
The Riff Hangers
Venue: Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 5-8 p.m.
High-energy, good-time music with a strong group of local musicians.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Saturday, Sept. 30
100,000 Poets for Change
Venue: Evans Brothers Coffee Roasters, 524 Church St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 1-4 p.m.
Lost Horse Press and the Bonner County Human Rights Task Force team up for the fifth year to present a poetry and music open mic for local writers, musicians, artists and students to express their ideas for positive change during 100,000 Poets for Change. Admission: Free and open to the public.
Information: 208-255-4410
Crosstoberfest bike races
Venue: University of Idaho Extension, 2501 N. Boyer.
Time: First race at 9 a.m., final race at 2:45 p.m.
Cyclocross is a unique form of bike racing where racers ride over dirt, gravel, sand, water, hills and dales - much like a running steeplechase race. Lots of fun for both riders and spectators. Races all day Saturday and Sunday. This event benefits Team Autism 24/7.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Information: WildWestCXSeries.com or call 208-262-6997.
Doors Experience and Creedence Tribute
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: Pre-show at 6 p.m., show starts at 7 p.m.
Two great bands in one amazing night on the Panida stage! Along with strikingly good recreations of these iconic groups and their lead singers, the performance features a trippy, psychedelic video show.
Tickets: $21.85 adults, $31.85 VIP, available at the box office (if still available) and online at panida.org
Folkinception
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 9 p.m.
Folkinception, voted Best Original Band in the 2017 Inlander Readers Poll, has been a Spokane favorite since forming in 2011, blending rustic Americana with the kind of slick, melodic pop-folk you might hear on a Top 40 station. They’re also a lot of fun to watch live.
Admission: Free, 21 and over.
Live Music
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.
There’s nothing like live music floating through the air as you stroll through our magical farmer’s market.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Monarch Mountain Band at Pend d’Oreille Winery
Venue: Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 5-8 p.m.
Foot-stompin’ fun is always on the menu when this band takes the stage!
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Hoptoberfest
Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 220 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 11 a.m.-11 p.m.
The Beer Hall is geared up for the 4th annual Hoptoberfest celebration of harvest and annual crops of barley and hops! To celebrate, they’ve brewed up a couple of Wet Hop IPAs and will also be featuring their annual Mashing Pumpkin Ale and the collaboration RoggenFest Ale with Paragon Brewing on tap, plus more to come.
Games will be played: Cornhole, Hammerschlagen and more. Plus, you’ll be rocking out with Kevin Dorin from 2-5 p.m. and The Other White Meat from 6:30-9:30 p.m.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Head of the Pend Oreille Rowing Regatta
Venue: The “Mudhole’ recreation area, just east of Priest River.
Time: 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
Join the races, the food and the fun as crews from the Inland Northwest and Canada converge for Idaho’s only rowing Regatta. The weekend event features rowing competition and a barbecue.
Admission: Regatta events free and open to the public. Barbecue tickets are $15 adults, $7.50 for those 12 and under.
Information: www.HOPRegatta.org or call 208-255-8862.
Buckethead with Brain & Brewer
Venue: The Bing Crosby Theater, 909 W. First Ave., in Spokane.
Time: 8 p.m.
Buckethead is best known for his electric guitar playing. The former Guns N’ Roses axeman has been voted number 8 on a list in GuitarOne magazine of the ‘Top 10 Greatest Guitar Shredders of All Time.’
Admission: $25, available at the box office (if still available) and TicketsWest outlets.
Information: 509-534-5805
Sunday, Oct. 1
Boobs n’ Beer Garden
Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 220 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: Noon.-4 p.m.
MickDuff’s Beer Hall has teamed up with the 7B Women’s Boobs and Beer 5K Fun Run for their beer garden and Sandpoint Family Friendly Oktoberfest, raising funds for Celebrate Life and Community Cancer Services.
Live music with local favorites Harold’s IGA, multiple local food trucks and a Kid’s Zone featuring face painting and more! If you want to participate in the run, you’ll get your first beer for free.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Information: www.7bwomen.com
Crosstoberfest bike races
Venue: University of Idaho Extension, 2501 N. Boyer, in Sandpoint.
Time: First race at 9 a.m., final race at 2:45 p.m.
Cyclocross is a unique form of bike racing where racers ride over dirt, gravel, sand, water, hills and dales - much like a running steeplechase race. Lots of fun for both riders and spectators. Beer and food from Jupiter Jane available. This event benefits Team Autism 24/7.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Information: WildWestCXSeries.com or call 208-262-6997.
‘Manhattan Short Film Festival’
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 3:30 p.m.
It’s back for its 20th Anniversary – come see it in your hometown historic theater. The 10 best films out of 1,615 entries from 75 countries and we are one of just 250 cities that will be screening these films. Some content could be adult themed, use caution with children.
Tickets available at the box office and online at panida.org
Game Night with Racheal
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7 p.m.
It’s a fun night of games, beers and cocktails with one of Sandpoint’s favorite bartenders.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Monday, Oct. 2
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, Oct. 3
Night-Out Karaoke
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 9 p.m., Tuesdays
Sing to your heart’s content, or just enjoy the show.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
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
Wednesday, Oct. 4
‘Brews for Views’
Venue: Idaho Pour Authority, 203 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 5-8 p.m.
Have a beer with Sasquatch to benefit Pine Street Woods, a community forest project. Join Kaniksu Land Trust at IPA for live music with Marty Perron & Doug Bond, Sasquatch the Movie, and a chance to win a 2017/18 Season Pass to Schweitzer. Drink a beer from Ecliptic Brewing and you’ll help KLT protect Pine Street Woods, a community forest open to all for recreation, education and searching for Sasquatch.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Live Music
Venue: Sandpoint Farmers Market, Farmin Park, Third Ave. & Oak St., downtown Sandpoint.
Time: 3-5:30 p.m.
Great sounds make for a sweet midweek experience as you are surrounded by good vibes and the best in locally grown foods, plus an awe-inspiring array of crafted goods.
Admission: Free and open to the public.