Chilly weather heats up with hot entertainment
SANDPOINT — We make our way into February with chilly weather and hot entertainment!
A very cool, new event is the Sandpoint Community Sing, led by Kristine Rae and happening tonight (and subsequent Thursdays, except for Valentine’s Day) at Downtown Yoga. Ever want to raise your voice in song and change the world for the better at the same time? Well, be there.
Also tonight and running through Saturday, it’s the Oscar Nominated Shorts at the Panida.
On Friday, Muffy & The Riffhangers hit the stage at Idaho Pour Authority and, that same night, it’s the monthly Contra Dance at Community Hall. The Zach Cooper Band holds court at the 219 Lounge both Friday and Saturday nights and Big Phatty & The Inhalers are still making a name for themselves this Saturday night at MickDuff’s Beer Hall.
Bob Beadling plays the historic, beautiful grand piano in inimitable fashion on Sunday afternoon at the Pend d’Oreille Winery tasting room and you can join The Conversation — where members of the arts community enjoy a lively exchange of ideas and information — next Wednesday evening at Ivano’s.
And there’s more — so much more:
Thursday, Feb. 7
Sandpoint Community Sing
Venue: Downtown Yoga, 301 Cedar St., Suite 106, in Sandpoint.
Time: 7-8:30 p.m.
Community singing is the timeless ritual of coming together with others to co-create a rich musical experience through voice. Sandpoint Community Sing is a 90-minute weekly journey of songs about nature, life, love, emotions, activism, peace and the overall human experience. Songs are taught in the oral tradition of call and response. No singing or musical experience is necessary. Come with a desire to use your voice, learn songs, and connect joyfully through singing with others. Led by Kristine Rae.
Admission: $5-$10 suggested donation.
Information: (208) 946-7072
Oscar Nominated Shorts
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 6:30 p.m.
You be the judge! Come and see the nominated shorts before the Academy picks.
See all three categories of the nominated shots or just your favorite.
You’ll have two options to see the category of your choice. This night features documentaries.
Admission: $10 each session, $21 all-access pass $17 pass for seniors and those 18 and under, available at the door or online at panida.org
Kevin Dorin
Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 220 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 6-8 p.m.
Host of MickDuff’s Open Mic Night, Kevin Dorin is headed to the Beer Hall for a special Thursday Night Solo Series Set! One of the most original voices you may ever hear.
Admission: Free and open to those 21 and over.
Open Mic Night
Venue: A & P’s Bar and Grill, 222 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 8-11 p.m.
Hosted by KC Carter.
Admission: Free and open to those 21 and over.
Friday, Feb. 8
Oscar Nominated Shorts
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 5:30 and 7:30 p.m.
You be the judge! Come and see the nominated shorts before the Academy picks. See all three categories or just your favorite. You’ll have two options to see the category of your choice. This night features animation at 5:30 and live action at 7:30 p.m.
Admission: $10 each session, $21 all-access pass $17 pass for seniors and those 18 and under, available at the door or online at panida.org
Sandpoint Contra Dance
Venue: Sandpoint Community Hall, 204 S. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7-10 p.m.
Admission: Suggested donation is $5 per person. Please bring finger food to share. Sponsored by Emily Faulkner, Lost Horse Press and Sandpoint Parks & Rec.
Information: 208-263-6751 or email: sandpointcontra@gmail.com
Muffy & The Riffhangers
Venue: Idaho Pour Authority, 203 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Cold brews and hot sounds from a great, local band — an ideal way to wind up the workweek.
Time: 5-7 p.m.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Doug Bond & Marty Perron
Venue: Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301, Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 5-8 p.m.
Classics to current & everything in between, these two offer up a fun night of music.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Ron Greene Trio
Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 220 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 6:30-9:30 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 with Coeur d’Alene drumming legend Zach Cooper, who built a superstar band around himself to offer an experience that won’t be forgotten! This five-piece progressive blues and rock band will leave you wanting more. Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
VFW Appreciation & Live Music
Venue: Matchwood Brewing, 513 Oak St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 6:30-9 p.m.
Come show your support for servicemen and women as Matchwood offers 20 percent off beers and food for VFW members. Vets will be buying new VFW signups their first beer and encouraging new folks to join. And don’t miss the live music featuring Brian Jacobs.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Saturday, Feb. 9
Oscar Nominated Shorts
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 1:30, 3:30 and 6:30 p.m.
You be the judge! Come and see the nominated shorts before the Academy picks. See all three categories or just your favorite. You’ll have two options to see the category of your choice. This date features animation at 1:30, documentaries at 3:30 and live action at 6:30 p.m.
Admission: $10 each session, $21 all-access pass $17 pass for seniors and those 18 and under, available at the door or online at panida.org
Mike Wagoner Trio
Venue: Eichardt’s Pub, 212 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7-10 p.m.
Mike and his fine band are always a good choice for a night of music.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Bright Moments Jazz & Dan Carpenter Reception
Venue: Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 5-8 p.m.
Bright Moments fills the room with jazz and energetic music. You will want to arrive early to get a glass of wine while appreciating the Western-themed oil paintings of Dan Carpenter.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Big Phatty & The Inhalers
Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 220 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 6:30-9:30 p.m.
Back for another evening of blues jam, the trio of Steve Rush, Chris Paradis, and Ali Maverick Thomas offer an evening of dancing and fun. Each one brings their own flare to the party and truly crush it when they play together.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Zach Cooper Band
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 6-9 p.m.
Enjoy music with Coeur d’Alene drumming legend Zach Cooper, who built a superstar band around himself to offer an experience that won’t be forgotten! This five-piece progressive blues and rock band will leave you wanting more.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Truck Mills & Carl Rey
Venue: Matchwood Brewing, 513 Oak St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 6-9 p.m.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
John Firshi
Venue: Idaho Pour Authority, 203 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 5-7 p.m.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Mugs & Music
Venue: Laughing Dog Brewing, 805 Schweitzer Plaza Dr., in Ponderay.
Time: 6-8 p.m.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Information: laughingdogbrewing.com
Sunday, Feb. 10
Bob Beadling piano music
Venue: Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 2-4 p.m.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Monday, Feb. 11
Brews for Benefits
Venue: Laughing Dog Brewing, 805 Schweitzer Plaza Dr. in Ponderay.
Time: 5-8 p.m.
Laughing Dog hosts a this fundraiser for Community Cancer Services, with $1 from every beer and wine purchase going to this amazing organization.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
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, Feb. 12
Night-Out Karaoke
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 9 p.m.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Wednesday, Feb. 13
The Conversation — ‘Does Art Change Our Consciousness?’
Venue: Ivano’s Ristorante, 102 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 6-8 p.m.
Admission: Free and open to the public (please support the host venue by planning to dine at Ivano’s).
Information: 208-263-1592
Open Mic with Kevin Dorin
Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 220 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 6 p.m.
MickDuff’s Beer Hall and Kevin Dorin are excited to welcome local artists for a fun and open night of playing at the Beer Hall. All levels of performers are welcome.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
The Groove Black
Venue: Eichardt’s Pub, 212 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7-10 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.
Enjoy this musical pairing for a night of great Blues, Folk, Gospel and Jazz.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.