Events galore heating up Red-hot August nights
SANDPOINT – Keepin’ the intro tight this week to make room for events galore.
Naturally, The Festival at Sand-point’s first week of shows is the news of the hour, but don’t forget the Long Bridge Swim, Kalispel Powwow and a free concert coming up from the Swing Street Big Band.
Here’s the skinny on it all:
Thursday, Aug. 2
Big Head Todd & The Monsters
Venue: The Festival at Sandpoint, Memorial Field, Ontario Street, in Sandpoint.
Time: Doors open at 6 p.m., show starts at 7:30 p.m.
The beloved rock band first formed as high school friends and continued through their college years, touring extensively throughout the Mountain States and West Coast of the United States in their van dubbed ‘The Colonel,’ which was driven more than 400,000 miles. Opening artist: John Craigie.
Admission $44.95
Tickets available at: 208-265-4554 or 1-800-325-SEAT
Steve Rush
Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 220 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 6 p.m.
Steve Rush is excited to grace the stage for the Beer Hall’s Thursday Night Solo Series!
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Friday, Aug. 3
Amos Lee
Venue: The Festival at Sandpoint, Memorial Field, Ontario Street, in Sandpoint.
Time: Doors open at 6 p.m., show starts at 7:30 p.m.
Lee’s musical style encompasses folk, rock and soul. Lee was born in Philadelphia and graduated from the University of South Carolina with a degree in English. After working as a schoolteacher and a bartender he began to pursue a career in music. An association with Norah Jones brought him a national audience leading to hit songs including ‘Arms of a Woman, and ‘Sweet Pea.’ Opening artist: Bailen. Admission $59.95
Tickets available at: 208-265-4554 or 1-800-325-SEAT
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 Idaho with a strong love for what country music has always been – songs about real life. Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Adrian Xavier
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 9 p.m.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Saturday, Aug. 4
ZZ Top
Venue: The Festival at Sandpoint, Memorial Field, Ontario Street, in Sandpoint.
Time: Doors open at 6 p.m., show starts at 7:30 p.m.
ZZ Top, aka ‘That Little Ol’ Band From Texas,’ lay undisputed claim to being the longest running major rock band with original personnel intact and, in 2004,the Texas trio was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Of course, there are only three of them –Billy .F Gibbons, Dusty Hill, Frank Beard – but it’s still a remarkable achievement that they’re still very much together after almost 50 years of rock, blues, and boogie on the road and in the studio. Opening artists: Tim Montana & The Shrednecks.
Admission: $79.95. This show is sold out.
Long Bridge Swim
Venue: Long Bridge over Lake Pend Oreille.
Time: Race starts at the south end of the bridge at 9 a.m.
Hundreds compete in a 1.76-mile swim across Lake Pend Oreille during 24th annual event. Information: www.longbridgeswim.org or call 208-265-2615.
Sandpoint Historic Walking Tour.
Venue: Meet outside the Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 10 a.m.
Step back in time with a Walking Tour of historic downtown Sandpoint. The guided tour takes about 45 minutes and is free, but donations are welcome! Hosted by the Sandpoint Historic Preservation Commission.
Information: steve@garvanmarketing.com or call 208-265-7296
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 Library is going to have a mystery lollapalooza., with all mystery paperbacks on sale at four for $1, featuring Mary Higgins Clark, Tom Clancy, John Grisham, James Patterson and Stuart Woods. They are also featuring a large collection of how-to books. Come and see the beautiful, refurbished book room.
Information: 208-263-6930
Kalispel Tribe 43rd Annual Powwow Celebration
Venue: Kalispel Indian Reservation Powwow Grounds (across the Pend Oreille River from Usk, Wash., about 15 miles north of Newport).
Time: Buffalo Barbecue at 11 a.m.; Grand Entry at 1 and 7 p.m. – Sat., Aug. 5
It’s the best Native gathering in the region! Open to all peoples to attend and economically competitive for Native dancers and stick game tournament players, with food and craft vendors offering their wares.
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 Ruth & Dan Wimberly.
Information: 208-263-2344
Mobius Riff
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.
It’s shaping up to be a perfect day at the Market, with ever-more local produce to choose from, great artisan work, tasty food and the sounds of Mobius Riff. Also appearing will be student musicians from the Music Conservatory of Sandpoint.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Molly Starlite & The Sputniks
Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 220 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Zach Cooper Band
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 9 p.m.
Enjoy music after the Festival with Coeur d’Alene drumming legend Zach Cooper.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Sunday, August 5
Family Concert
Venue: The Festival at Sandpoint, Memorial Field, Ontario Street, in Sandpoint.
Time: Doors open at 2:30 p.m., show starts at 5 p.m.
Musical fun for the young and young at heart! The Festival presents its Family Concert featuring The Festival Community Orchestra and Studio One Dancers.
Favorite pre-concert activities include the Instrument Petting Zoo where kids can try out various instruments with guidance from musical mentors, an animal petting zoo, pony rides, clowns, face painting, games galore and the popular Parents’ Corner where moms and dads can take a break from the chaos for a complimentary mini-massage.
Admission $6
Tickets available at: 208-265-4554 or 1-800-325-SEAT
Pianist Annie Welle
Venue: Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301, Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 4-6 p.m.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Bum Jungle
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 6 p.m.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Monday, Aug. 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.
Tuesday, Aug. 7
Bonner Mall Seniors Day
Venue: Bonner Mall, U.S. Hwy. 95, in Ponderay.
Time: 9 a.m.-noon
Information: 208-263-4272
Wednesday, Aug. 8
Swing Street Big Band Free Concert
Venue: Lakeview Park, 901 Ontario Street, in Sandpoint.
Time: 6 p.m.
Sponsored by Sandpoint Parks & Recreation.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
MCS Sounds of Summer Classical Concert
Venue: The Heartwood Center, 615 Oak St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7 p.m.
This international event features exchange students from the AUKA El Sistema Orchestra in Mexico, as well as visiting German musicians and Music Conservatory of Sandpoint students. Special performance by guest viola soloist, Mariaya Ksondyzk, from the Boston Conservatory. Light appetizers with international flair will be served. Wine available for purchase.
Admission: $10 adults, $5 students, available at MCS, located at 110 Main Street, Evan’s Brothers Coffee or at the door.
Larry Mooney
Venue: Sandpoint Farmers Market, Farmin Park, Third & Main, in Sandpoint.
Time: 3-5:30 p.m.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Artist’s Reception & Live Music
Venue: Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 5 p.m.
Come explore the work of artist Fran Summerday as you’re serenaded by the music of Mike & Shanna Thompson.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Benny Baker & Jake Robin
Venue: Connie’s Café deck, 323 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 5 p.m.
Admission: Free and open to the public
Truck Mills & Bruce Bishop
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 5-8 p.m.
Sandpoint musician Truck Mills and guest musician Bruce Bishop, who entertain with great blues, folk, gospel and jazz.
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.
Skal Taproom invites musicians and comedians to step up and show their stuff.
Admission: Free and open to the public.