Grab your gear and set a course for summer fun

| July 19, 2018 1:00 AM

SANDPOINT — Hang on to your sun hat, because the fun stuff is coming at warp speed!

Don’t miss the Northwest WineFest this weekend at Schweitzer (Bridges Home Duo plays Saturday at noon), the Bodacious Barbecue Saturday in Hope, or Right Front Burner getting’ funky at the 219 Lounge Saturday night.

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Thursday, July 19

Bright Moments

Venue: Trinity at City Beach, 58 Bridge St., Sandpoint.

Time: 6-9 p.m.

When this Sandpoint ensemble takes the stage, you can always expect great tunes and good times.

Admission: Free and open to the public.

Justin Landis

Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., Sandpoint.

Time: 8 p.m.

Formerly with Sandpoint bands, Tennis and Cedar & Boyer, Justin is a seasoned

performer and proficient multi instrumentalist.

Admission: Free for those 21 and over.

Kyle Swafford

Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 220 Cedar St., Sandpoint.

Time: 6 p.m.

As seen with The Other White Meat, Kyle Swaffard is in town for the Thursday Night Solo Series Show.

Admission: Free for those 21 and over.

Star Wars Night

Venue: MakerPoint Studios, 1424 N. Boyer Ave., Sandpoint.

Time: 6-8 p.m.

Attention all Star War fans and wannabe Jedi Masters: Come learn how to laser engrave tie fighters, millennium falcons, and X-wing fighters and then assemble them when you’re done. Attendees can also expect a visit from Darth Vader! It’s a fun night for everyone (ages 8 and up).

Admission: $19 per person.

Registration: www.makerpointstudios.com or call 208-255-4236.

Friday, July 20

Free Movie in the Park

Venue: Bonner County History Museum, 611 S. Ella Ave., Sandpoint.

Time: Dusk

The Bonner County History Museum hosts Movies in the Park. This week’s movie is “Princess Bride”.

Admission: Free and open to the public.

Information: 208-263-2344

Harold’s IGA

Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 220 Cedar St., Sandpoint.

Time: 8 p.m.

Harold’s IGA was a classic, local grocery store – now it’s an indie rock band with an ever-changing cast of characters. They play a ton of originals from their three albums.

Admission: Free for those 21 and over.

The Rub

Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.

Time: 9 p.m.

Covering over a half century of popular music, this Coeur d’Alene power trio, conjures up vinyl, heavy-footed grooves, martini dance steps, stereo-up-

windows-down drive-bys, coffee¬house head-hums and anthemic lighter-lit halls. Admission: Free for those 21 and over.

Dan Dubuque

Venue: Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.

Time: 5-8 p.m.

This guy does it all … Weissenborn Slide Guitar, Ukulele, Charango, and Electric and Acoustic Guitar.

Admission: Free and open to the public.

Meg Turner & Chris Lynch

Venue: Cedar Street Bridge, 334 N. First Ave., corner of First & Cedar, in Sandpoint.

Time: 6 p.m.

Admission: Free and open to the public.

Bright Moments

Venue: Idaho Pour Authority, 203 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.

Time: 5 p.m.

Admission: Free to those 21 and over.

Saturday, July 21

Northwest WineFest

Venue: Schweitzer Mountain Resort

Time: Noon-7 p.m.

Schweitzer Mountain Resort’s Northwest WineFest is a great summer getaway for the entire family featuring a full weekend of wine tastings, live music, delicious food and outdoor fun. Discover an ever-expanding array of regional wines, while the kiddos zip line, test their climbing skills, and more. The chairlift will be running for scenic views at the top, so make plans to be on the mountain.

Bridges Home Duo plays from Noon-2 p.m., followed by Runaway Symphony at 2:30 and the Josh Farmer band at 5 p.m.

Admission: $25 for stemless souvenir wine glass with 6 tasting tickets (2 oz. each); Additional tasting tickets are $3 each. Lift Tickets - $15 foot traffic and $35 bikes.

Bodacious BBQ & Bluegrass Party

Venue: Litehouse Beach House, 46242 Highway200, in East Hope.

Time: 4:30 p.m.

Enjoy live music, catered tri-tip dinner, silent auction, bucket raffle, beer, wine and tons of fun on the lake! This is a fundraiser for the Memorial Community Center and Preschool in Hope.

Admission: Cost is $60 each or $560 for a reserved table of 8.

Information: 208-264-5481

Junior Ranger Program

Venue: Round Lake State Park, 1880 E. Dufort Rd., in Sagle.

Time: 3 p.m.

Round Lake State Park hosts a Junior Ranger program for kids ages 6 to 12 every Saturday. This week’s program is Fun with Frogs - learn that frogs breathe through their skin, and more! The fun starts at the amphitheater.

Admission: Free and open to the public.

David Walsh

Venue: Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.

Time: 5-8 p.m.

David is a local favorite with his smooth, Latin inspired guitar and enticing lyrics.

Admission: Free and open to the public.

Marty Perron & Doug Bond

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.

Admission: Free and open to the public.

Summer Slide & Slam Cornhole Tourney

Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 220 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.

Time: Registration ends at 12:30 p.m., first toss at 1 p.m.

Cornhole kings and queens will be taking to the brewery in our first ever Blind Draw Cornhole Tournament! Four regulation courts set up to test your tossin’ abilities in a double elimination tournament! Enter as a single and let fate decide your partner in a blind draw ceremony. Cash prizes.

Admission: $10 per person for those 21 and over.

Chris Molitor

Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 220 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.

Time: 6:30 p.m.

Spokane’s talented musician Chris Molitor is headed to north for his first Sandpoint showcase, fresh off his 2017 Bartlett Award for Best Local Singer-Songwriter.

Admission: Free for those 21 and over.

Kerry Leigh

Venue: Laughing Dog Brewing, 805 Schweitzer Plaza Dr. in Ponderay

Time: 4-6 p.m.

Admission: Free for those 21 and over.

Right Front Burner

Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.

Time: 9 p.m.

Right Front Burner is Sandpoint’s funk, disco, rock and groove band – arguably the funkiest trio you’ll see in the Inland Northwest, with years of music experience that shines through with every glistening note and the power to make any booty shake.

Admission: Free for those 21 and over.

Patrice Webb & Doug Bond

Venue: Idaho Pour Authority, 203 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.

Time: 5 p.m.

Admission: Free to those 21 and over.

Sunday, July 22

Northwest WineFest

Venue: Schweitzer Mountain Resort

Time: Noon-5 p.m.

Schweitzer Mountain Resort’s Northwest WineFest is a great summer getaway for the entire family featuring a full weekend of wine tastings, live music, delicious food and outdoor fun. “Wine Alley” is a chance to discover an ever-expanding array of regional wines, while the kiddos zip line, test their climbing skills, and more. The chairlift will be running for scenic views at the top, so make plans to be on the mountain.

The Powers play from noon-2 p.m., followed by Norman Baker & The Backroads at 2:30 p.m.

Admission: $25 for stemless souvenir wine glass with 6 tasting tickets (2 oz. each); Additional tasting tickets are $3 each. Lift Tickets - $15 foot traffic and $35 bikes.

Monday, July 23

Truck Mills Blues Jam

Venue: Eichardt’s Pub & Grille, located at 212 Cedar St.

Time: 7:30 p.m.

Admission: Free and open to the public.

Tuesday, July 24

Bonner Mall Seniors Day

Venue: Bonner Mall, Highway 95, in Ponderay.

Time: 9 a.m.-noon

Come walk the mall, followed by a featured speaker or entertainment, free refreshments, games and a drawing.

Information: 208-263-4272

Summer Special Needs Art Class

Venue: Creations, Cedar Street Bridge, corner of First & Cedar, in Sandpoint.

Time: 9 a.m. (Classes run through July 31)

Creations’ Discovery Through Art Special Needs Class serves up to 15 special needs participants and their caregivers.

Admission: $5 per class, $25 for a five-class punch card.

Registration: Drop by Creations or e-mail: creationsforsandpoint@gmail.com

Backgammon Tourney

Venue: Laughing Dog Brewing, 805 Schweitzer Plaza Dr. in 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.

Admission: Suggested donation of $5-$15

Information: Call 208-597-1892 to reserve a djembe for class, or visit online at dununbabe.com

Wednesday, July 25

Jake Robin

Venue: Sandpoint Farmers Market, Farmin Park, Third & Main, in Sandpoint.

Time: 3-5:30 p.m.

Admission: Free and open to the public.

Beer Hall Bingo

Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 312 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.

Time: 6 p.m.

Bingo is back at the Beer Hall and don’t forget, it’s free, just like the popcorn! Bring your own markers (not dobbers) like M&Ms, Skittles, pennies, etc. Every game is different and last game starts at 8 p.m. Prizes for the lucky winners.

Admission: Free for those 21 and over.

Benny Baker & Will Foster

Venue: Connie’s Café deck, 323 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.

Time: 5 p.m.

Admission: Free and open to the public

Truck Mills & Carl Rey

Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.

Time: 5-8 p.m.

Admission: Free for those 21 and over.

Bright Moments

Venue: Beet & Basil, 105 S. First Ave., Sandpoint.

Time: 6:30-9 p.m.

Enjoy the dockside vibe with the perfect accompaniment from this local favorite jazz band.

Admission: Free and open to the public.

Open Mic Night

Venue: Skal Tap Room, 476930 Highway 95 (next to Sandpoint Sports), 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.

Thursday, July 26

Son of Brad’s Daniel Mills

Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 220 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.

Time: 6 p.m.

This Coeur d’Alene native is touring the Inland Northwest and creating fans at every stop.

Admission: Free for those 21 and over.