Week is packed with plenty of fun things to do
SANDPOINT — Wow — what a week! The Festival at Sandpoint hosts its annual wine tasting at the fairgrounds on Friday night and Team Autism hosts the film ‘Wonder,’ also Friday evening. Saturday boasts the Spring for Sandpoint downtown shopping event and POAC’s presentation of MCT and local kids in the play, ‘Aladdin.’
Saturday night, the Bridges Home Trio makes a homecoming to MickDuff’s Beer Hall – the room where the group got its start.
And there’s so much more:
Thursday, April 26
Justin Lantrip
Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 220 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 6:30 p.m.
The Thursday night solo music series features long-time local and talented musician, Justin Lantrip. Join him for a great night of tunes from one of Sandpoint’s favorites.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Friday, April 27
Wine Festival at Sandpoint
Venue: Bonner County Fairgrounds, in Sandpoint.
Time: 5:30 p.m.
This Festival at Sandpoint event features unlimited tastings of 150-plus premier wines, a catered gourmet dinner by Dish, silent and live auctions, musical entertainment by Brown Salmon Truck, plus the announcement of this year’s poster artist.
Information and Tickets: 208-265-4554 or online at festivalatsandpoint.com
Team Autism 24/7 hosts ‘Wonder’ film
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 6:30 p.m.
‘Wonder’ is the story of August Pullman. Born with facial differences that, up until now, have prevented him from going to a mainstream school. As his family, his new classmates, and the larger community all struggle to find their compassion and acceptance, Auggie’s extraordinary journey will unite them all.
Admission: $7 suggested donation at the door.
‘Final Portrait’
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 11 a.m.
‘Final Portrait’ is the story of the touching and offbeat friendship between American writer and art-lover James Lord and Alberto Giacometti, as seen through Lord’s eyes and revealing unique insight into the beauty, frustration, profundity and sometimes the chaos of the artistic process.
Admission: Tickets available online at panida.org
Harold’s IGA
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 9 p.m.
A Sandpoint favorite multi-instrumental trio that plays folk rock originals and off-the-beaten track covers from artists like Ween, Talking Heads and Violent Femmes.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Britchy
Venue: Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 5-8 p.m.
Great Americana from this Missoula duo, featuring fine pickin’ and timeless songwriting.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
The Beat Diggers
Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 220 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Made up of all locals, The Beat Diggers share cool tunes, ear candy harmonies, and epic rock and roll.
Admission: Free to those 21 and over.
Marty Perron & Doug Bond
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.
Bare Grass
Venue: Idaho Pour Authority, 203 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 5 p.m.
Admission: Free to those 21 and over.
Saturday, April 28
‘Aladdin’
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m.
Take a magic carpet ride with Missoula Children’s Theatre’s adaptation of Aladdin on Saturday, April 28th, at the Panida Theater. For over 15 years, the Pend Oreille Arts Council has brought the Missoula Children’s Theatre to Sandpoint, giving local children the opportunity to rehearse and perform on stage. You’ll be amazed by what they learn in only five days!
Admission: $5-$20, available in advance at Eve’s Leaves, Eichardt’s Pub, Winter Ridge Natural Foods and the POAC office on the Cedar Street Bridge or online at panida.org
Kinderhaven & BGH present ‘Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory’
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 3:30 p.m.
The multi-generational classic kid’s movie is being presented free compliments of Kinderhaven and Bonner General Health. See it on the big screen and share it with the whole family.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Spring for Sandpoint downtown shopping event
Venue: Downtown Sandpoint
Time: 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Shop downtown to support local nonprofit organizations during the Spring for Sandpoint event. Participating merchants team up with nonprofits for a day to support our vibrant community. Enjoy special sales, product demonstrations, food and beverage samples, kids’ activities, gift certificates and prizes.
A portion of the shopping proceeds from the day will be donated to participating nonprofits. Join your friends and neighbors to shop local, save local and give local.
Bridges Home Trio
Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 312 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 6:30 p.m.
It’s a full circle homecoming for Bridges Home, as our group got its start in this very same venue way back when it was still the Pend d’Oreille Winery! Bridges Home is a local band of Tami, Dave and Paul Gunter – a trio of lead vocalists and multi-instrumentalists, performing transformed Americana, Celtic, Roots and lots of originals. Bridges Home lays shimmering harmonies over a changing line-up of instruments and a unique take on three-part foot percussion to drive the music forward.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
‘Final Portrait’
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Admission: Tickets available online at panida.org
‘Share the Love’ scholarship art auction
Venue: Art Works Gallery, 214 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 5-7:30 p.m. for final bidding
Through ‘Share the Love,’ artists at the Art Works Gallery donate a piece of their art work (typically with a heart or love theme) and these items are placed in a silent auction. All of the proceeds from the auction go to a scholarship fund and awarded to a local graduating senior who will be continuing schooling in the arts.
Information: 928-978-2102
Social Dance
Venue: Sandpoint Community Hall, 204 S. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7-10 p.m.
Come celebrate the fun tradition of social dancing in Sandpoint with this casual get-together. This fun event starts with a one-hour Country Two-Step lesson taught by a 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
Marshal McLean Band
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 9 p.m.
This Northwest Americana Indie Rock band, based out of Spokane, has brought forth a fresh idea; that one can merge elements of thoughtful songwriting in folk, the driving force of rock, and the melodic accessibility of Americana.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
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.
Brown Salmon Truck
Venue: Idaho Pour Authority, 203 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 5 p.m.
Admission: Free to those 21 and over.
Hope 5K Pie Run/Walk
Venue: Hope Memorial Community Center, in Hope.
Time: 9 a.m. start time (arrive early to enter)
It’s the best dang pie run in Idaho – and who doesn’t love a great slice of pie (or two)?
Admission: $5 and a pie (one pie per couple or family).
Kaniksu Land Trust
Venue: Rex Theater, downtown Thompson Falls, Mont.
Time: Doors at 6 p.m., films start at 7 p.m.
The tour is being brought to Thompson Falls by the Lower Clark Fork Watershed Group, Sanders County Flycasters, the Panhandle chapter of Trout Unlimited, and the Kaniksu Land Trust. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Rex Theater.
Admission: $8 at the door.
Sunday, April 29
‘Final Portrait’
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 3:30 p.m.
Admission: Tickets available online at panida.org
Jimmy Smith & Pat McKay
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 8 p.m.
This is a two-man band that’s as full as a 4-piece. Ex-Gourds songwriter Jimmy Smith and bluesman Pat McKay will entertain you with drum stomping, guitar banging and vocalizing.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Monday, April 30
‘Final Portrait’
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Admission: Tickets available online at panida.org
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, May 1
Sandpoint Waldorf School Concert
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 6 p.m.
‘Music is a huge part of the Waldorf curriculum and this is an excellent opportunity to see what these talented students have been working on this school year.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
‘Final Portrait’
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 1:30 p.m.
Admission: Tickets available online at panida.org
Backgammon Tourney
Venue: Laughing Dog Brewing, 805 Schweitzer Plaza Dr., Ponderay.
Time: 5 p.m.
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.
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.
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, May 2
‘Final Portrait’
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Admission: Tickets available online at panida.org
Truck Mills with Tito Huizar
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7 p.m.
Famed Sandpoint musician Truck Mills and special guest will be jamming at the Niner!
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
XOpen Mic Night
Venue: Skal Tap Room, 476930 U.S. Highway 95 (next to Sandpoint Sports), in Ponderay.
Time: 5-8 p.m.
Skal Taproom invites musicians and comedians to step up and show their stuff.
Admission: Free and open to the public.