Like the weather, the entertainment is sizzlin' hot
SANDPOINT – Let’s keep this into brief, as the lineup is sizzlin’ hot for this week. There’s a great duo concert tonight at the Panida Little Theater, Crazy Days downtown with a huge ‘Play It Again’ music and movies sale at the Panida and the DogFest Walk n’ Roll at Forrest Bird Charter School on Saturday and … well, see for yourself:
Thursday, July 26
Fox & Bones
Venue: Panida Little Theater, 304 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: Doors at 6:30 p.m., concerts starts at 7 p.m.
Based in Portland, Fox and Bones are internationally touring sweethearts who aren’t your average duo. They write from the perspective of quasi-fictional characters who fall for each other, decide to hit the road, and never look back.
Admission: $10 at the door or online atpanida.org
Bright Moments
Venue: Trinity at City Beach, 58 Bridge St., in 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.
Ben Olson & Cadie Archer
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 8 p.m.
B-side originals and an eclectic list of covers that highlight a variety of different instruments.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
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 just put together a new album and is touring the Inland Northwest.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Friday, July 27
Bright Moments
Venue: Eichardt’s Pub, 212 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7 p.m.
This jazz band always lifts spirits and especially so with their Eichardt’s shows.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Brian Jacobs & Chris Lynch
Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 220 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 6:30 p.m.
This fun duo has a great sound that will lure you onto the dance floor.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Devon Wade Band
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 9 p.m.
Devon is an independent country music artist out of Sandpoint with a strong love for country music.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Jake Robin
Venue: Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 5-8 p.m.
Jiving the original acoustic rock sounds with pop culture lyrical charisma. Admission: Free and open to the public.
Mostly Harmless
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.
BareGrass
Venue: Idaho Pour Authority, 203 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 5 p.m.
Admission: Free to those 21 and over.
Saturday, July 28
‘Play It Again’
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Sale of vinyl, CDs, DVDs and more . All proceeds go to Panida’s College Scholarship Fund.
Admission: Free and open to the public — but you have to pay for the merchandise.
DogFest Walk n’ Roll
Venue: Forrest Bird Charter School, 614 S. Madison St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
This event is fully accessible to the disabled and dog friendly. Activities will include crazy dog games, vendor booths, food and music. The group encourages families, friends and business associates to form teams and participate in the Walk n’ Roll and help raise money for the local chapter.
Information: Visit online at cci.org/dogfestnorthidaho or call 208-304-4490.
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 What Bugs Me – learn why we need insects in our world. The fun starts at the amphitheater.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
‘Live Band Dance’
Venue: Ponderay Events Center, 401 Bonner Mall Way, in Ponderay.
Time: 7-10 p.m.
Come celebrate the fun tradition of social dancing in Sandpoint. This dance starts with a Cha-Cha lesson will be taught by a professional instructors from 7-8 p.m., followed by general dancing, refreshments, door prizes, mixers and more. Families, Couples, Singles, and all levels of dancers are welcome!
Admission: $10 adults, $5 teens. USA Dance events are alcohol and tobacco free.
Information: 208-699-0421 or visitusadancesandpoint.org
Polly O’Keary & The Rhythm Method Concert
Venue: DiLuna’s Cafe, 207 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: Doors open at 5:30 p.m. for dinner and the concert starts at 7:30 p.m.
Polly O’Keary is today’s blues woman, pulling in influences from zydeco, country, funk, jazz, rockabilly, surf and rock and roll, she and her trio bring a searing and joyful performance of today’s blues to audiences across the U.S. and Canada.
Admission: $15 in advance, $18 at the door, available a DiLuna’s Café. Be sure to make reservations by calling 208-263-0864.
‘Tricked Out’
Venue: Cedar Sreet Bridge Public Market, corner of First & Cedar, in Sandpoint.
Time: Doors open at 6:30 p.m., show starts at 7 p.m.
This limited engagement magic show with thrilliusionist David DaVinci is only available on a first come first served basis, as there is only seating for 30. Alcoholic drinks are available for guests 21 and older.
Admission: Adults $49.95, kids $36.95, available only online atsandpointmagic.com or at the door if not sold out.
Kerry Leigh
Venue: Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 5-8 p.m.
Kerry’s harmonious voice and cool melodies will have you asking for more. Admission: Free and open to the public.
Folk Remedy
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.
The Groove Black
Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 220 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Brandon Watterson (Guitar), Jason Stoddard (Bass), and KC Carter (Percussion) make up this dynamic, longtime Sandpoint local trio in action at the Beer Hall. Does it get any better?
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
The Riff Hangers
Venue: Laughing Dog Brewing, 805 Schweitzer Plaza Dr. in Ponderay
Time: 4-6 p.m.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Naughty Pine
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 9 p.m.
Richland Washington based reggae band, Naughty Pine is back by popular demand, mixing irreverent innuendo with a tried and true blend of soulful reggae. Their music is about love for your fellow man, life’s struggles, and burning trees.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
David Walsh
Venue: Idaho Pour Authority, 203 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 5 p.m.
Admission: Free to those 21 and over.
Jake Robin
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.
Sunday, July 29
Scott Kirby
Venue: Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 4-6 p.m.
Scott returns to Sandpoint to play the winery’s stunning grand piano as he performs playing ragtime, blues and tango.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
‘Spiritsong in Iceland’
Venue: Pearl Theater, 7160 Ash St., in Bonners Ferry.
Time: Doors and café open at 1 p.m.; Concert starts at 2 p.m.
Admission: $10 in advance at Mountain Mike’s and Bonners Books, $12 at the door, $5 students.
Information: 208-610-2846 or online at thepearltheater.org
Monday, July 30
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, July 31
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
Wednesday, Aug. 1
David Walsh
Venue: Sandpoint Farmers Market, Farmin Park, Third & Main, in Sandpoint.
Time: 3-5:30 p.m.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Benny Baker & Jenai Davis
Venue: Connie’s Café deck, 323 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 5 p.m.
Admission: Free and open to the public
Truck Mills & Mike Thompson
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 5-8 p.m.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Open Mic Night
Venue: Skal Tap Room, 476930 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.