Won't you join in the 'Neighbor'-hood arts fun?
SANDPOINT – Keepin’ the intro tight, as the calendar is packed with action this week.
Do not miss the wonderful ‘Won’t You Be My Neighbor?’ film this week at the Panida – it is so excellent. Randy McAllister plays a blues concert Friday at the Panida, there’s a social dance at Community Hall on Saturday and the trio, Edison, plays a dinner concert Sunday at DiLuna’s
Go forth and revel!
Thursday, Sept. 20
‘Won’t You Be My Neighbor?’
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7:30 p.m.
‘Won’t You Be My Neighbor?’ presents the history of Fred McFeely Rogers. Academy Award-winning filmmaker Morgan Neville (20 Feet from Stardom), takes an intimate look at America’s favorite neighbor. A portrait of a man whom we all think we know, this emotional and moving film takes us beyond the zip-up cardigans and the land of make-believe, and into the heart of a creative genius who inspired generations of children with compassion and limitless imagination.
Admission: Tickets available online at: www.panida.org
Trivia Takeover Live
Venue: Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 6 p.m.
A fun event for the winery, where musical clues and point-wagering answers lead to an interactive, educational trivia experience. Teams encouraged, but not required.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Friday, Sept. 21
Randy McAllister blues concert
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: Doors open at 6:30 p.m., concert starts at 7:30 p.m
This Grammy nominated Blues singer/songwriter is coming to the Panida! Don’t miss this East Texas Blues/Soul Artist with awesome vocals and the tastiest harp work heard in a long time.
Admission: $25, $20 and $18, available at Eve’s Leaves and Eichardt’s Pub, at the door or online at: www.panida.org
‘Just Beyond: A Plein Air Journey’
Venue: Columbia Bank Community Plaza, 231 N. Third Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 5:30-7 p.m
Pend Oreille Arts Council presents ‘A Plein Air Journey’ through the eyes and brushes of five artists exploring the area just beyond Sandpoint.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Information: 208-263-6139
Bingo Fundraiser
Venue: Bonner Mall, U.S. Hwy. 95, in Ponderay.
Time: 6-8 p.m
Sponsored by North Idaho Federated Republican Women, this two-day bingo fundraiser promises lots of fun! Food will be available.
Information: 208-263-4272
Kerry Leigh
Venue: Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301, Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 5-8 p.m
Kerry is back with his great harmonious voice and cool melodies.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Maya Goldblum
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 6-9 p.m
Don’t miss this special early evening performance of Sandpoint native and currently Ireland-based singer songwriter Maya Goldblum. She’ll be teamed up with local musicians Arthur Goldblum and Mike Johnson.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Bum Jungle
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 9 p.m
This classic Sandpoint Rock band of Mike Thompson, Cole Mcavoy and Robert Packwood will have you up and dancing to your favorite rock ‘n roll tunes.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Harold’s IGA
Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 220 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 6:30-9:30 p.m
Harold’s IGA is 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.
BareGrass
Venue: Idaho Pour Authority, 203 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 5-7 p.m
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Saturday, Sept. 22
Ben & Cadie
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.
The market is a local tradition – made more memorable by the choice sounds of this popular duo.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
‘Won’t You Be My Neighbor?’
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7:30 p.m.
This emotional and moving film takes us beyond the zip-up cardigans and the land of make-believe and into the heart of creative genius Fred Rogers, who inspired generations of children with compassion and limitless imagination.
Admission: Tickets available online at: www.panida.org
‘Modified’
Venue: Panida Little Theater, 304 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7 p.m.
This beautifully shot film follows the filmmaker and her mother as they embark on a very personal and poignant investigative journey to find out why genetically modified organisms are not labeled on food products in the U.S. and Canada, despite being labeled in 64 countries around the world. Interweaving the personal and the political, the film is anchored in the filmmaker’s relationship to her mom, a gardener and food activist who battled cancer during the film’s production.
Admission: Tickets available online at: www.panida.org
Social Dance
Venue: Sandpoint Community Hall, 204 S. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7-10 p.m.
Come discover the fun tradition of social dancing and celebrate Ballroom Dancing Week. This dance starts with a Fox Trot lesson will be taught by a local professional instructor from 7-8 p.m., followed by general dancing, refreshments, door prizes, mixers and more. Singles and couples are welcome.
Admission: $9 adults, $6 for USA Dance members and $5 teens. USA Dance events are alcohol and tobacco free.
Information: 208-699-0421 or visit: www.usadancesandpoint.org
Bingo Fundraiser
Venue: Bonner Mall, U.S. Hwy. 95, in Ponderay.
Time: Noon-4 p.m.
Sponsored by the North Idaho Federated Republican Women, this two-day bingo fundraiser promises lots of fun! Food will be available.
Information: 208-263-4272
Bright Moments with Maya Goldblum
Venue: Eichardt’s Pub, 212 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7-10 p.m.
Always a memorable evening of music when Maya Goldblum is singing and Bright Moments is in the house.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Blues Night
Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 220 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Steve Rush, Kevin Dorin and Chris Paradise are bringing it all together for a night of blues and slaying guitar tunes. Each one brings their own flare to the party and truly crush it when they play together.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
International Scholarship Sip & Shop
Venue: Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301, Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 4-8 p.m.
Pend d’Oreille Winery will donate a portion of sales to the International Scholarship.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Comedy Night & Harold’s IGA
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: Doors at 7 p.m., comedy show starts at 8 p.m., followed by live music until midnight
The 219 presents another great night of live comedy featuring Greg Kettner and headliner Kirk Fox with Morgan Preston as host. After the show, Sandpoint’s very own local’s favorite, Harold’s IGA, fresh off performing at the Sandpoint Music Festival, will be playing on the patio until midnight.
Admission: $20 in advance, $25 at the door. for those 21 and over, available at the 219 Lounge.
Oktoberfest
Venue: Hope Memorial Community Center, 415 Wellington Place, in East Hope.
Time: Doors at 5 p.m.’ live music starts at 6 p.m.
Come enjoy the turn of the season with classic German food, beer on tap, an wine bar and music by Devon Wade.
Admission: $15 for homemade bratwurst dinner; $5 for kids hot dog meal.
Information: Call 208-266-1488
Sunday, Sept. 23
Edison 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.
Edison - singer/guitarist Sarah Slaton, multi-instrumentalist, Dustin Morris, and Grammy-nominated guitarist, Maxwell Hughes (formerly of The Lumineers) - is an indie rock trio from Colorado that has quickly emerged as a musical force. While the band is relatively new, the trio has gained a following, mainly through the impact of their dynamic live performances. They have played the popular Austin music festival SXSW, the CMJ Music Marathon and the Folk Alliance International. ?Admission: $12 in advance, $15 day of show, available a DiLuna’s Café. Be sure to make reservations by calling 208-263-0864.
Pianist Annie Welle
Venue: Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301, Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 4-6 p.m.
Come enjoy the transcendent playing of Annie Welle on the winery’s stunning, historic 1870 Decker Brothers concert grand piano!
Admission: Free and open to the public.
‘Won’t You Be My Neighbor?’
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 3:30 p.m.
‘Won’t You Be My Neighbor?’ presents the history of Fred McFeely Rogers – a creative genius who inspired generations of children with compassion and limitless imagination.
Admission: Tickets available online at: www.panida.org
‘Modified’
Venue: Panida Little Theater, 304 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 3 p.m.
This beautifully shot film follows the filmmaker and her mother as they embark on a very personal and poignant investigative journey to find out why genetically modified organisms (GMOs) are not labeled on food products in the United States and Canada, despite being labeled in 64 countries around the world. Interweaving the personal and the political, the film is anchored in the filmmaker’s relationship to her mom, a gardener and food activist who battled cancer during the film’s production.
Admission: Tickets available online at: www.panida.org
Monday, Sept. 24
Truck Mills Blues Jam
Venue: Eichardt’s Pub & Grille, located at 212 Cedar St.,
in Sandpoint.
Time: 7:30 p.m. – Mon., Sept. 24
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Tuesday, Sept. 25
West African Traditions Drum Class
Venue: Embody Studio, 823 Main St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 5:30 p.m. (and subsequent Tuesdays)
Admission: Suggested donation of $5-$15
Information: Call 208-597-1892 to reserve a djembe for class, or visit online at: www.dununbabe.com
Night-Out Karaoke
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 9 p.m.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Wednesday, Sept. 26
Oak Street Connection
Venue: Sandpoint Farmers Market, Farmin Park, Third & Main, in Sandpoint.
Time: 3-5:30 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.
This match-up always ensures musical magic, as both performers are top notch.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Open Mic Night at
Venue: Skal Tap Room, 476930 U.S. Hwy. 95 (next to Sandpoint Sports), in Ponderay.
Time: 5-8 p.m.
Admission: Free and open to the public.