SUMMERTIME SIZZLIN' WITH PLENTY OF ENTERTAINMENT
SANDPOINT – Summertime is sizzlin’, at least in the Arts & Entertainment corner, with festivities of every flavor this week.
Tonight, catch the Festival at Sandpoint art unveiling at DISH in Dover Bay, as well as the Bum Jungle Bash at Matchwood Brewing to benefit the Pend d’Oreille Bay Trail.
Friday kicks off the Antique & Classic Boat Show on the Sand Creek Boardwalk in a show that runs through Sunday. Friday night, flash back to the Summer Of Love with the Feeling Groovy Dance Party at the Panida.
On Saturday, the Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce hosts Beerfest at Trinity at City Beach and the Sandpoint Farmers Market celebrates its 31st anniversary with live music by Muffy & The Riffhangers and a belly dancing performance at intermission.
Lots to choose from – better get your sleep rolling into the weekend!
Thursday, July 11
Festival at Sandpoint Poster Unveiling
Venue: DISH at Dover Bay, 651 Lakeshore Ave., in Dover.
Time: 5-7 p.m.
Come by bike, boat, car or kayak for the 2019 Fine Art Poster Unveiling and be the first to see the original artwork by this year’s poster artist, Robert Bissett. Enjoy complimentary snacks, plus live music by Meg Turner and Chris Lynch.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Information: FestivalatSandpoint.com or call 208-265-4554
Bum Jungle Bash
Venue: Matchwood Brewing Co., 513 Oak St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 6-9 p.m.
Come join this benefit party for the Pend d’Oreille Bay Trail, featuring music by Sandpoint’s own Bum Jungle.
Along with great music, there will be a mini-silent auction that includes Festival at Sandpoint Season Passes and two pre-season tickets to the Aug. 8 Seahawks vs. Broncos game, with one night for two at the W Hotel in downtown Seattle.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
‘Red Joan’
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7:30 p.m.
In a picturesque village in England, Joan Stanley (Academy Award winner Dame Judi Dench), lives in contented retirement. Then suddenly her tranquil existence is shattered as she’s shockingly arrested by MI5. For Joan has been hiding an incredible past; she is one of the most influential spies in living history.
Admission: Tickets available at the box office and online at panida.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 expect great tunes and good times.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Dustin Drennan
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 8-11 p.m.
Clark Fork based signer songwriter Dustin Drennan makes his 219 debut, bringing a style deeply soulful drawing inspiration from life experiences to inspire his folk, cow-punk, or alt-country music.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Kerry Leigh
Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 220 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 6-8 p.m.
Lifelong musician Kerry Leigh owns and operates a recording studio in Sandpoint, which has helped him produce and distribute his many albums and songs across the world.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Friday, July 12
Tennis (the band!)
Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 220 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 8 p.m.
Tennis is back at the Brewery to help kick off summer and this time, there’s no cover! Get there early, though, because the place will be full to capacity in no time.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Sandpoint Contra Dance
Venue: Sandpoint Community Hall, 204 S. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7-10 p.m.
Featuring live music with Out of the Wood. Previous dancing experience is not necessary and all dances are taught. First-time dancers are encouraged to arrive on time for the first dance at 7 pm.
Admission: Suggested donation is $5 per person/$20 for families. Please bring potluck snacks to share. Sponsored by Sandpoint Parks & Rec.
Information: 208-263-6751 or email sandpointcontra@gmail.com
Antique & Classic Boat Show
Venue: Sand Creek Boardwalk, in Sandpoint.
Time: All Day
Check out these classic wooden boats, enjoy water-themed activities, contests and more along at 17th annual event sponsored by Inland Empire Antique & Classic Boat Society.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Information: 208-255-1876
Feeling Groovy Dance Party
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7 p.m.
Come get your groove on at this Looking for Fun, Feeling Groovy Dance Party, with live music by A Taste of Love, featuring Bart and Jan.
Admission: $10 adults, $5 for 18 and under. Come in costume and get $1 off! Tickets available at Eve’s Leaves, the box office and online at panida.org
Bright Moments Duo
Venue: Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301, Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 5-8 p.m.
Local talents Arthur Goldblum and Peter Lucht will perform delightful, silky jazz sounds to accompany your favorite wine.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
The Desperate 8s
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 9-midnight
Coeur d’Alene based Desperate 8s make their 219 debut. They will have you dancing to your favorite classic timeless rock tunes from the Beatles to the Doors and everything in between.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Saturday, July 13
Beerfest
Venue: Trinity at City Beach, 58 Bridge St., in Sandpoint.
Time: Noon-5 p.m.
The Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce hosts Beerfest, where attendees can sample a variety of beers from local and regional breweries, plus enjoy food from Trinity, live music, raffles, and more! Children may attend with a parent.
Admission: Purchase tickets online at tickets.beerfests.com/event/sandpoint-beerfest
Information: 208-263-2161
Antique & Classic Boat Show
Venue: Sand Creek Boardwalk, in Sandpoint.
Time: All day
Check out these classic wooden boats, enjoy water-themed activities, contests and more along at 17th annual event sponsored by Inland Empire Antique & Classic Boat Society.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Information: 208-255-1876
‘Red Joan’
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 3:30 p.m.
Admission: Tickets available at the box office and online at panida.org
Muffy & The Riffhangers
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.
Come help celebrate the 31st anniversary of the market with a great day of music by Muffy and the Riff Hangers, plus a belly dance performance at intermission.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Truck Mills
Venue: Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 5-8 p.m.
The foundation of Truck Mills’ music lies in the blues, specifically the country blues, but he’s not afraid to rework and rebuild the classics of the genre.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Ponderay Paradox
Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 220 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 6:30-9:30 p.m.
Sandpoint local acoustic musicians Mike Genoff and Matt Moran team up in the “Ponderay Paradox” for your listening pleasure!
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Dimestore Prophets
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 9 p.m.-midnight
This is a don’t-miss show, with this ever-popular three piece groove, rock, reggae band based in central Washington.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Sunday, July 14
Annie Welle on piano
Venue: Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 3-5 p.m.
Annie Welle is a local, talented jazz pianist who will catch your ear and steal your heart with her wonderfully eclectic style.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Tennis
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 8-11 p.m.
Back together for a whirlwind tour of Sandpoint this iconic group who have been playing, writing and recording music together since 2005. What began as a casual group playing open mics has blossomed into a powerhouse of pop music excitement.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Hellbound Glory
Venue: Utara Brewing Co., 214 Pine St., in Sandpoint.
Time: Doors open at 6 p.m.
This exceptionally cool brewery offer after-hours original music in a prime listening setting – great brews, too, of course!
Admission: $10 for those 21 and over.
Information: 208- 627-5070
‘Red Joan’
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 3:30 p.m.
Admission: Tickets available at the box office and at panida.org
Monday, July 15
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 16
Night-Out Karaoke
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 9 p.m.
Come show your stuff with new DJ Webrix – state-of-the-art equipment, high energy and an expansive playlist.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
West African Traditions Drum Class
Venue: Music Conservatory of Sandpoint, Corner of Main & Second, in Sandpoint.
Time: 5:45 p.m., Tuesdays
Admission: Suggested donation of $5-$15 Drop-in students welcome.
Information: Call 208-597-1892 to reserve a djembe for class, or visit online at dununbabe.com
Wednesday, July 17
Folk Remedy
Venue: Sandpoint Farmers Market, Farmin Park, Third & Main, in Sandpoint.
Time: 3-5:30 p.m.
This duo is a local favorite and you can’t beat the wonderful venue of the market.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Truck Mills & Tom Dubendorfer
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Truck Mills and guest musician Tom Dubendorfer entertain with great Blues, Folk, Gospel and Jazz.
Time: 5-8 p.m.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Benny Baker & Kerry Leigh
Venue: Connie’s Café, 323 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 5 p.m.
Admission: Free and open to the public