Entertainment scene offers something for everyone
It’s a week of great fun and great causes ahead, so grab your phone, mark your calendar because there are any number of must-go events on tap.
First, there’s CASA’s Purse Party tonight. where you can grab a new designer handbag and help fund the Court Appointed Special Advocate program. And, dude, the “Hot and Hairy” Calendar release party on Friday promises plenty of fun, laughter and calendar models that deliver a real North Idaho feel. Friday also features Comedy for a Cause at the Panida, which benefits the historic theater and the Bonner Community Food Bank.
And if all of THAT isn’t enough, there’s Christmas fairs, a Festival at Sandpoint Chamber Series concert with Canna Corda Trio, special showings of “Downton Abbey” with tea included and more. Read on and have a blast.
THURSDAY, NOV. 14
CASA Purse Party
Venue: Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St.
Time: 4-7 p.m.
Back by popular demand, the CASA Purse Party is the perfect girls night out. $5 at the door buys you a glass of wine and the cahnce to buy, bid and win designer handbags.
Information: Kristin Ludwig, 208-660-6707
FRIDAY, NOV. 15
BGH Craft Fair
Venue: Bonner General Health, 520 N. Third Ave.
Time: 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m.
Start your holiday shopping early with some one-of-a-kind handmade items!
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Ron Kieper Jazz Trio
Venue: Idaho Pour Authority, 203 Cedar St.
Time: 5-7 p.m.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
‘Hot & Hairy’ Calendar Release Party
Venue: Laughing Dog Brewing, 805 Schweitzer Plaza Drive
Time: 5-8 p.m.
Sandpoint FUN Raising has gathered some of Sandpoint’s finest men to help raise money for Community Cancer Services. This event is a must-go as the full calendar will be released and have all of the calendar’s amazing hot and hairy models there to sign your purchase.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Mike Wagoner Trio
Venue: Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St.
Time: 5-8 p.m.
The Mike Wagoner Trio always brings a lively, talented, brilliant performance to the winery. This trio packs the house and will be performing your favorite folk, Americana, and rock music.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Devon Wade Duo
Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 220 Cedar St.
Time: 6:30-9:30 p.m.
Devon Wade is back at the Beer Hall with his father Mac on the drums. Devon is a Sandpoint-based country music artist with a strong love for what country music has always been, songs about real life.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Sugar Hill Gang & The Furious 5’s Grandmaster Mele Mel
Venue: The Hive, 207 N. First Ave.
Time: Doors open 7 p.m., show begins 9 p.m.
Y’all ready for this? When you mention legends in the music industry, you have to mention “The Sugarhill Gang”, hip hop’s first superstars and pioneers. The Sugarhill Gang made history in 1979 with their rap single “Rappers Delight” — the first commercial rap record, which went on to sell over 15 million records. The Sugarhill Gang was the first rap group to tour throughout the world and to appear on national TV shows.
Information: beeswaxsystems.com/thehive
Comedy for a Cause
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave.
Time: 7:30 p.m.
The ‘fun’ is being put into fundraising at the Panida when national touring comedian Richie Minervini performs to benefit the Bonner Community Food Bank hosted by the Panida Theater.
Headlining is Richie Minervini, a national touring comedian and former owner of The East Side Comedy Club, where celebrities, Rosie O’Donnell, Jay Leno, Eddie Murphy, Kevin James, and Ray Romano started their stand-up careers. Opening for Richie is Sam Cornett, no stranger to the stage. He has been an entertainer over the past 30 years. After performing and recording music overseas, Cornett now brings his love of entertaining and his spin on any song to his hometown of Sandpoint.
Information: panida.org
Nights of Neon
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 9 p.m.-midnight
Sandpoint’s rowdy five piece brings all the fun with funk, hints of hip hop, reggae, and jazz. Whether it’s playing covers or their original music, you’ll be compelled to hit the dance floor by the funky rhythms and soulful vocals.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
SATURDAY, NOV. 16
Canna Corda Trio
Venue: Heartwood Center, 615 Oak St.
time: 6:30 p.m.
The Canna Corda Trio — Mika Hood, Mike Keepe and David Brewster — will play classical selections on cello, saxophone and piano. The concert is part of the Festival at Sandpoint Chamber Series.
Tickets available in advance at Eve’s Leaves and at then door the night of the concert. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for youth (12 and under) and seniors.
Admission and information: http://bit.ly/2XdHeIK
Mudslide Charley
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave.
Time: 9 p.m.-midnight
This Missoula powerhouse group provides an energetic music experience that will make you want to dance all night.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
‘Downton Abbey’
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave.
Time: 12 p.m.
Excitement is high as King George V and Queen Mary will visit the Crawley estate as part of their royal tour through the country. So, come dressed for tea and join the historic Panida Theater, built in 1927, for a special showing of Downton Abbey.
Information: panida.org
Tonedevil Brothers
Venue: Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St.
Time: 5-8 p.m.
Back by popular request, the brothers who formed Tonedevil Guitars will feature their own brand of harp guitar in their acoustic sets of western swing and bluegrass tunes at the winery.
Admission: Free, open to the public.
Ponderay Paradox
Venue: Idaho Pour Authority, 203 Cedar St.
Time: 5-7 p.m.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Jam Shack
Venue: The Hive, 207 N. First Ave.
Time: Doors open 7:30 p.m., show begins 8:30 p.m.
With winter on the way, Jam Shack is coming to The Hive to heat things up for a free show.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Christmas Fair
Venue: Bonner County Fairgrounds Exhibit Building, 4203 N. Boyer Road
Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Check off some names on your gift-giving list during this holiday shopping extravaganza. Shop for handmade gifts and unique crafts, check out the treats and coffee, plus there will be kids’ activities and Christmas fun! Santa visits from 12-2 p.m.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Angels Over Sandpoint Celebrity Roast of Jeff Rizzoli
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave.
Time: 8 p.m.
The Angels Over Sandpoint are roasting one of Sandpoint’s finest, Jeff Nizzoli. Come and share in the jabs and laughter with Jeff front and center. Tickets available online at panda.org or at Eichardt’s and Eve’s Leaves.
Information: panida.org
SUNDAY, NOV. 17
Christmas Fair
Venue: Bonner County Fairgrounds, 4203 N. Boyer Road
Time: 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Sunday Brewery Brunch
Venue: Matchwood Brewing Co., 513 Oak St.
Time: 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
An all-day brunch, special, DIY mimosas and you.
Information: matchwoodbrewing.com
Piano Sunday with Peter Lucht
Venue: Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St.
Time: 3-5 p.m.
Peter is a local favorite pianist and promises a pleasant Sunday afternoon with everything from jazz, blues and classical tunes.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
‘Downton Abbey’
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave.
Time: 3:30 p.m.
Information: panida.org
MONDAY, NOV. 18
Truck Mills Blues Jam
Venue: Eichardt’s Pub & Grille, 212 Cedar St.
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
TUESDAY, NOV. 19
Trivia Night
Venue: MickDuff’s Brewing Company, 321 N. First Ave
Time: 7-9 p.m.
Test your useless knowledge in teams of up to six or on your own. Win prizes and bragging rights.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Night-Out Karaoke with DJ Webrix
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave.
Come out and sing to your heart’s content, or just enjoy the show.
Time: 9 p.m.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Trivia & Happy Hour
Venue: Davis Grocery, 620 Wellington Place, Hope
Time: 5-6:30 p.m.
Admission and information: davisgroceryinhope.com
Cornhole League
Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 220 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 6-9 p.m. (Every Tuesday until Dec. 17.)
All skill levels, drop-ins welcome. For information, email SandpointCornhole@gmail.com
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
WEDNESDAY, NOV. 20
The Conversation – Elle Susnis
Venue: Ivano’s Ristorante, 102 First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 6-8 p.m.
Elle Susnis, city of Sandpoint Arts Commission chair, will give an overview of the commission’s recent projects.
Admission: Free and open to the public (please support the host venue by planning to dine at Ivano’s).
Information: 208-263-1592
Wind Down Wednesday
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 N. First Ave.
Time: 6-9 p.m.
Live music with Truck Mills and a guest.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.