June blooms with a full slate of entertainment
SANDPOINT — As we head into the lovely month of June, we’re not just turning a corner, we’re taking it on two wheels, baby!
The action starts tonight with one of the busiest Thursdays ever. And once the weekend starts — look out. Indoors and out, morning and night, there’s a full slate of fun in store. A few standouts include the library grand opening, arboretum celebration and Claude Bourbon dinner concert — all on Saturday.
Check it out:
Thursday, May 31
SHS Choirs Spring Fling
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 6 p.m.
The Panida hosts the Sandpoint High School Choirs’ Spring Fling. Choirs will sing and dance, with production numbers and many solos as well.
Admission: $5 available at the box office or online at panida.org
‘The Groove is Not Trivial’
Venue: Panida Little Theater, 304 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7 p.m.
The subject of this new documentary is world-renowned Scottish fiddler, Alasdair Fraser.
Tickets: Fan-force.com/screenings
Information: 510-301-9709
State of the Scotchman’s annual address
Venue: Oden Hall, 143 Sunnyside Road.
Time: Social hour, 6 p.m.; Joslin’s presentation, 7 p.m.
Friends of Scotchman Peaks Wilderness holds its annual State of the Scotchman’s address. Mountain goat expert Gayle Joslin will be the featured speaker. Learn who the FSPW Old Goat is and get a chance to bid on some interesting items as part of the silent auction.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Yappy Hour
Venue: Evans Brothers Coffee Roasters, 524 Church St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 4-7 p.m.
It’s a tail-waggin’ good time as Evans Brothers Coffee, hosts another Yappy Hour to benefit Panhandle Animal Shelter.
Admission: Free and open to the public
Ben Olson
Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 220 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 6 p.m.
A longtime local with a great sound you’ve probably heard with his band Harold’s IGA. Tonight, hear him in a solo format.
Admission: Free, 21 and over.
Trivia Takeover
Venue: Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 5:30-7 p.m.
A fun event for the winery; come check out the trivia. Teams encouraged, but not required.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Friday, June 1
Baja Boogie Band
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 8 p.m.
June is the beginning of summer in the Northwest and the Baja Boogie Boys are sure to get you in mid-summer form. This Inland Northwest group that will entertain you with diverse sounds blending Blues, Rock, Funk, and
Swing.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
The Groove Black
Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 220 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 6:30 p.m.
The Groove Black is a trio of dynamic longtime Sandpoint locals: Brandon Watterson on guitar and lead vocals, Jason Stoddard on base and accompanying vocals and KC Carter with the percussion.
Admission: Free to those 21 and over.
The Riff Hangers
Venue: Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 5-8 p.m.
These guys always show us a good time! Their country, blues and swing will have you tapping your feet.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
‘Song of the Open Road’ on stage
Venue: Circle Moon Theater, Highway 211, 3 1/2 miles north of Highway 2, near Newport
Time: 6:30 p.m. dinner service, curtain opens at 7:30 p.m.
Join a cast of wise and quirky Hobos who find themselves with an unexpected challenge on their hands, complete with comical campfire wisdom and lively, beautiful song that promises to warm the heart.
Additional shows on June 2, 8, 9, 12 and 15-16.
Admission: $25.00 per person for dinner and show, or $12.00 for show only. Senior and children tickets are $10.00.
Reservations: Call 208-448-1294 or visit online at northwoodsperformingarts.com
Saturday, June 2
Your Library Transformation Grand Opening
Venue: East Bonner Co. Library Dist. Sandpoint Branch, 1407 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: Noon-4 p.m.
The remodel and expansion of the Sandpoint Library is undergoing a transformation to better serve our community! Join the fun for brief presentations followed by a special announcement from Library Director Ann Nichols.
Cake will be served along with hourly entertainment by SHS Chamber Choir, Cecil the Magician, Folk Remedy, and Bridges Home with Dave and Tami Gunter. Guided tours will be given for the first hour with self-guided tours of the entire facility (including non-public areas of the building and grounds) open until 4 p.m.
Information: 208-627-5790 or email: marcy@ebonnerlibrary.org.
Sand Creek Paddlers’ Challenge
Venue: City Beach Pavilion, Sandpoint City Beach.
Time: check-in and on-site registration is from 9 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. at the City Beach Pavilion. Pre-race meetings start at 9:30 a.m. and the race begins at 10 a.m.
Families and serious racers alike, come join the Sandpoint Parks & Recreation Department for the Annual Sand Creek Paddlers’ Challenge. The 4-mile paddle up and back on Sand Creek has three separate divisions: two race divisions, solo and tandem, a recreation division for those who don’t want to leave a wake, and an SUP (stand up paddleboard) division. Trophies for first place in each division and random drawings for prizes.
Admission: $12 per boat/vessel.
Pre-register: SandpointIdaho.gov/parksrecreation or 208-263-3613.
Arboretum Celebration and Native Plant Sale
Venue: Lakeview Park, Ontario St., next to memorial Field, in Sandpoint.
Time: 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
This is the Kinnikinnick Native Plant Society’s 39th annual native plant sale at the Native Plant Arboretum, co-sponsored by Sandpoint Parks and Recreation. There will be an unveiling of several new interpretive signs that have been installed in the Arboretum. The plant sale will follow the presentation with a wide selection of native trees, shrubs and perennials, as well as a variety of handcrafted items such as planters and note cards, plus baked goods.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Information: 208-263-7279
Claude Bourbon 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.
Classically trained and well-travelled, Claude Bourbon is a widely recognized guitarist.
Admission: $18 in advance, $20 at the door, available a DiLuna’s Café. Be sure to make reservations by calling 208-263-0864.
Information: claudebourbon.org
Truck Mills
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.
First Free Saturday
Venue: Bonner County History Museum, 611 S. Ella Ave., in
Sandpoint.
Time: 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Admission: Free and open to the public thanks to the generosity of sponsor Robert Rust.
Information: 208-263-2344
Mostly Harmless
Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 312 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 6:30 p.m.
This local trio of Kelly McTavish, Jeff Poole and Ali Maverick Thomas are gracing the Beer Hall for a fun night of live music, dancing and fun.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
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.
‘Song of the Open Road’
Venue: Circle Moon Theatre, located on Highway 211, 3 1/2 miles north of Highway 2, near Newport, Wash.
Time: 6:30 p.m. dinner service, curtain opens at 7:30 p.m.
Join a cast of wise and quirky hobos who find themselves with an unexpected challenge.
Additional shows on June 8, 9, 12 and 15-16.
Admission: $25 per person for dinner and show, or $12 for show only. Senior and children tickets are $10.
Reservations: Call 208-448-1294 or visit online at northwoodsperformingarts.com
Monday, June 4
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, June 5
Bonner Mall Seniors Day
Venue: Bonner Mall, U.S. Hwy. 95, in Ponderay.
Time: 9 a.m.-noon
Everybody is welcome to come walk the mall, followed by a featured speaker or entertainment, free refreshments, games and a drawing.
Information: 208-263-4272
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.
Wednesday, June 6
Larry Mooney at Sandpoint Farmers Market
Venue: Farmin Park, Third & Main, in Sandpoint.
Time: 3-5:30 p.m.
Shop for locally grown produce, food products and artisan wares and enjoy live music with guitarist/vocalist Larry Mooney.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Hootenanny with Fiddlin’ Red & Desiree
Venue: City Beach Organics, 117 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 6:30-8:30 p.m.
If you have an instrument to play, a song to sing, a poem to read, or want to hear live music, join Fiddlin’ Red and Desiree for a Hootenanny open mic.
Information: 208-265-9919
Truck Mills with John Firshi
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7 p.m.
Sandpoint musician Truck Mills and special guest John Firshi will be jamming at the Niner.
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.