But wait, there is still more fun on the horizon
SANDPOINT — Rolling into April, we have always-interesting weather and a great, local slate of events.
Tonight, it’s stand up comedy at the Panida Little Theater, followed by more live comedy Saturday night at the 219 Lounge. The Panida shows the film ‘Bombshell’ starting this evening and running through the weekend.
On Sunday do not miss the Music Conservatory of Sandpoint’s fundraiser for the Panida, as Bel Canto Opera Northwest teams up with the Pend Oreille Chorale under the direction of Mark and Caren Reiner in a performance that features dancer Autumn Whitley and cellist Sam Minker.
Backing up a day, Saturday brings the 27th annual Lou Domanski Chess Festival at Sandpoint Community Hall.
But, wait — there’s more. And here ‘tis:
Thursday, April 5
‘Bro-Dads’ Comedy Show
Venue: Panida Little Theater, 304 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7:30 p.m.
You loved them the first time they were here, just wait to hear what they have in store for you this time. Harry J Riley and Phil Kopczynski are Bro-Dads ... you don’t get closer than that! Seating in the Little Theater is limited so get your tickets fast.
Admission: Tickets available online at panida.org and at the door.
‘Bombshell’
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7:30 p.m.
When Nazi U-boats torpedo a ship carrying 83 school children during World War II, Hollywood movie star, Hedy Lamarr, decides to exact revenge. At night, after shooting her scenes on set, she works on a secret radio system that will allow the Allies to torpedo Nazi U-boats with deadly accuracy. Her sketches remain ideas until a chance encounter transforms them into useful technology. The secret communication system she creates is groundbreaking and eventually changes the course of history.
Admission: Tickets available online at panida.org
Friday, April 6
‘Bombshell’
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 5:30 p.m.
When Nazi U-Boats torpedo a ship carrying 83 school children during World War II, Hollywood movie star, Hedy Lamarr, decides to exact revenge. The secret communication system she creates is groundbreaking and eventually changes the course of history.
Admission: Tickets available online at panida.org
Tom Catmull
Venue: Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 5-8 p.m.
Tom is back in the tasting room from his Missoula home. His American-roots driven sound always brings a smile!
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Devon Wade
Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 220 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Devon is an independent country music artist out of Sandpoint with a strong love for what country music has always been — songs about real life. Admission: Free to those 21 and over.
Casey Ryan
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 9 p.m.
Making his Sandpoint debut at the Niner, Casey is an indie singer-songwriter out of the Pacific Northwest. He has performed and toured with globally touring artists such as James Bay, Third Eye Blind, Dashboard Confessional, and more.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Bright Moments Jazz
Venue: Cedar Street Bistro Wine Bar, Cedar Street Bridge, 334 N. First Ave., corner of First & Cedar, in Sandpoint.
Time: 6 p.m.
Tasty jazz from one of Sandpoint’s finest bands — and on a spring night upon the Cedar Street Bridge, to boot. Sounds like a plan.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Bare Grass
Venue: Idaho Pour Authority, 203 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 5 p.m.
Admission: Free to those 21 and over.
Saturday, April 7
Lou Domanski Chess Festival
Venue: Sandpoint Community Hall, in Sandpoint.
Time: 9 a.m. start, festival ends at 5 p.m.
Held in honor of its founder and longtime coordinator, Lou Domanski, chess enthusiasts are invited to be part of this one-day chess tournament. There are three divisions, splitting up players by age with differing entry fees.
Entry Fees: Elementary age division for grades 1-6 has a $5 entry fee; middle school/high school division for grades 7-12 are $6; and the open division has a $7 entry fee.
Registration: Pre-register online at sandpointidaho.gov under the Parks & Recreation tab, or visit Sandpoint Parks and Recreation at 1123 Lake St.
Information: 208-263-3613
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. The museum is always filled with fascinating exhibits, so this is a great chance to check them out if you haven’t already.
Admission: Free and open to the public thanks to the generosity of local sponsors Jack & Colleen Filipowski.
Information: 208-263-2344
‘Bombshell’
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7:30 p.m.
When Nazi U-Boats torpedo a ship carrying 83 school children during World War II, Hollywood movie star, Hedy Lamarr, decides to exact revenge. The secret communication system she creates is groundbreaking and eventually changes the course of history.
Admission: Tickets available online at panida.org
Dodgy Mountain Men
Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 220 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Dodgy Mountain Men sling a home-brewed Montana stompgrass that goes down smooth but packs a bite, mixing the rhythms of bluegrass, the soul of the blues and the energy of rock ‘n’ roll with a plethora of other musical traditions to create a unique electro-acoustic experience.
Admission: Free to those 21 and over.
Stand-up Comedy
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: Doors at 7 p.m., show starts at 8 p.m.
Be part of setting a Guinness World Record as the 219 Lounge hosts the kick-off show for nationally known comedians Morgan Preston, James Heneghen and Justin Hayes as they embark on a mission to perform a comedy show in each of the 50 states in 50 or less days.
After the show, DJ Josh will be spinning favorite tunes from 10:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m.
Admission: $10 in advance. $12 at the door for those 21 and over, available at the 219 Lounge, Trinity at City Beach and Jalapeno’s in Sandpoint.
Oak Street Connection
Venue: Cedar Street Bistro Wine Bar, Cedar Street Bridge, 334 N. First Ave., corner of First & Cedar, in Sandpoint.
Time: 6 p.m.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Justin Lantrip
Venue: Idaho Pour Authority, 203 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 5 p.m.
Admission: Free to those 21 and over.
Nine Pint Coggies
Venue: Jacklin Arts Center, 405 N. William St., in Post Falls.
Time: 7 p.m.
Celebrate National Tartan Day and rock to the Celtic beat, as this Scottish Fiddle Band provides the soundtrack for a multimedia trip to Scotland. From the ancient to the contemporary and beyond.
Admission: $10, available online at thejacklincenter.org and at the door.
Information: 208-457-8950
Sunday, April 8
‘Journey of Light’
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7 p.m.
This opera experience embarks on a journey to find the illuminous light. Journey of the Light is a collaborative performance with the Pend Oreille Chorale under the direction of Mark and Caren Reiner, and features dancer Autumn Whitley and cellist Sam Minker.
Bel Canto Opera Northwest and the Panida Theater are excited to collaborate in an effort to continue to light the marquee at the Panida Theater for many years to come. All profits from this event will be donated toward the continued success of the Panida.
Admission: $15 adults, $10 youth 18 & under, available at panida.org, The Music Conservatory of Sandpoint, 110 Main Street, or at the door the night of the performance.
Far Out West
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 8-11 p.m.
Portland-based Far Out West, brings a unique and energetic brand of funk that features groovy beats and rootsy vocals.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Monday, April 9
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, April 10
Backgammon Tourney
Venue: Laughing Dog Brewing, 805 Schweitzer Plaza Dr. in Ponderay.
Time: 5 p.m., Tuesdays
Admission: Free and open to the public (sign up on the Laughing Dog Brewing Facebook page.
Night-Out Karaoke
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 9 p.m.
Sing to your heart’s content, or just enjoy the show as locals gather to show their stuff.
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.
Admission: Suggested donation of $5-$15
Information: Call 208-597-1892 to reserve a djembe for class, or visit online at dununbabe.com
Wednesday, April 11
The Conversation
Venue: Ivano’s Ristorante, 102 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 6-8 p.m.
What will be happening on the Cedar Street Bride, at Infini Gallery and this summer’s Arts and Crafts Fair? Carol Deaner, Pend Oreille Arts Council’s president, will be presenting the new opportunities available for local artists. All and any artists are invited. Please come and be a part of this spectacular vision for our art community.
Admission: Free and open to the public (please support the host venue by planning to dine at Ivano’s).
Information: 208-263-1592
Truck Mills with Samantha Carston
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7 p.m.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Open Mic Night
Venue: Skal Tap Room, 476930 U.S. Hwy. 95 (next to Sandpoint Sports), in Ponderay.
Time: 5-8 p.m., Wednesdays
Skal Taproom invites musicians and comedians to step up and show their stuff.
Admission: Free and open to the public.