2020 beckons with plenty of fun & entertainment
SANDPOINT — The year is here and the entertainment is bright, shiny and plentiful. Hopefully you got plenty of rest during the holidays because a packed schedule of music, fun and great shows await.
So, without further ado, here’s the skinny:
THURSDAY, JAN. 2
‘Cats’
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave.
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Universal Pictures and Working Title’s “Cats” is a most-unexpected film adaptation of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s beloved smash musical “Cats” and “Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats,” by T.S. Eliot.
Information: panida.org
FRIDAY, JAN. 3
Bright Moments Jazz
Venue: Idaho Pour Authority, 203 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 5-7 p.m.
Wondering how best to start the weekend? Here’s your ticket – cool sounds and cool people. You’re welcome.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
POAC First Fridays
Venue: Little Carnegie Hall, 110 Main St.; Columbia Bank Plaza, Third and Oak; and Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St.
Time: 5-7 p.m.
“Anything Goes — Best of the Best” photography show at the POAC Gallery, 110 Main. The local photographers of POAC’s artist group have chosen three of their favorite pieces that best demonstrate technical skill and artistry.Over at the Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar, Darren Purdy is continuing a family tradition of creating rustic mirrors and tables, repairing furniture, and color-matching finishes.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Artworks Reception
Venue: Artworks Gallery, 214 N. First Ave.
Time: 530-7:30 p.m.
The gallery is pleased to welcome two new artists: Diane Kinney, who turns recycled glass candle holders into beautiful works of art, and inspirational photo-artist, Collene Auble.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Dustin Drennan
Venue: Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St.
Time: 5-8 p.m.
Dustin Drennan draws from a diverse pool of influences to inspire his music which might be called folk, cow-punk, or alt-country.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
‘Cats’
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave.
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Universal Pictures and Working Title’s “Cats” is a most-unexpected film adaptation of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s beloved smash musical “Cats” and “Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats,” by T.S. Eliot.
Information: panida.org
Heartbreak Pass
Venue: River City Tap House, 6151 Highway 2, Priest River
Time: 6-8 p.m.
Heartbreak Pass plays your favorite bluegrass and Americana music.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Devon Wade
Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 220 Cedar St.
Time: 6:30-9:30 p.m.
Devon Wade is back at the Beer Hall for the First Friday of January! Devon is an independent artist out of Sandpoint with a strong love for what country music has always been, songs about real life.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
‘Radioflash’
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave.
Time: 8:30 p.m.
In a dystopian future, a tech-savvy teenager and her father flee the city and seek refuge with her grandfather deep in the mountains of the Pacific Northwest.
And if the terrain looks familiar, you’d be right as it was shot all around the area!
Information: panida.org
The Groove Black
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave.
Time: 9 p.m.
Live music with Sandpoint’s own, The Groove Black. Come hang out with The Groove Black. Some funk? Maybe some reggae? Or maybe some boogie. They do it all.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
SATURDAY, JAN. 4
Friends of the Library Used Book Sale
Venue: East Bonner County Library, 1407 Cedar St.
Time: 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Brrrr. The holidays are over. The snow is finally here with more to come. With it and winter’s short days and gray skies, cabin fever is soon to follow. It’s time to settle in before a cozy fire and there is nothing better to settle in with than a book or two to chase the winter blues away.
Information: 208-263-6930
Free Ski Day
Venue: Indian Creek Unit of the Priest Lake State Park, Coolin
Time: 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
The Priest Lake Nordic Club is a co-sponsor of the Idaho Parks and Recreation annual “Free ski day” at the Indian Creek Unit of the Priest Lake State Park. Skis, boots, poles are provided so participants can explore the sport of cross country or nordic skiing.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Fat Bike Demo
Venue: Indian Creek Unit of the Priest Lake State Park, Coolin
Time: 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Come try out fat bikes on a marked loop that will take 15-20 minutes to ride. First come, first served.
Admission: Free and open to those 18 and older.
Fire & S’mores
Venue: Matchwood Brewing Co., 513 Oak St.
Time: 3-6 p.m.
Join Matchwood for some outdoor fun with a fire & s’mores. Individual s’more kits available with a roasting stick
Information: http://bit.ly/38EvGUi
One Street Over
Venue: Schweitzer Mountain Resort, 10000 Schweitzer Mountain Road
Time: 3-6 p.m.
One Street Over returns to Schweitzer with their power trio! Come on up for great skiing and stay for a lot of great music and great fun in the Tapps Lounge on the upper deck of the lodge.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Justin Lantrip
Venue: Idaho Pour Authority, 203 Cedar St.
Time: 5-7 p.m.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Brad Judy Book Signing
Venue: Farmhouse Kitchen & Silo Bar, 477227 Highway 95, Ponderay
Time: 5-8 p.m.
Local Idaho author, Brad Judy will be sharing some of his experiences, and talk about his book “Deception”.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Monarch Mountain Band
Venue: Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar
Time: 5-8 p.m.
A local bluegrass, newgrass, folk-rock trio, Monarch Mountain Band has been performing locally and regionally for close to 25 years. Their high-stepping, toe-tapping progressive approach is great entertainment for the whole family.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Dustin Drennan
Venue: Old Ice House Pizzeria & Bakery, 140 W. Main, Hope
Time: 5:30-8 p.m.
Come get out of the house and join with friends to listen to one of the community’s talented musicians. There will be plenty of pizza and cold beer on tap.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Devon Wade
Venue: Cavanaugh’s, 40 Vacation Court, Coolin
Time: 7-10 p.m.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
‘Radioflash’
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave.
Time: 7 p.m.
In a dystopian future, a tech-savvy teenager and her father flee the city and seek refuge with her grandfather deep in the mountains of the Pacific Northwest. And if the terrain looks familiar, you’d be right as it was shot all around the area!
Information: panida.org
‘Cats’
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave.
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Universal Pictures and Working Title’s “Cats” is a most-unexpected film adaptation of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s beloved smash musical “Cats” and “Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats,” by T.S. Eliot.
Information: panida.org
DJ Amoe
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave.
Time: 9 p.m.
DJ Amoe is bringing crates of vinyls to get you moving. Early funk, soul, house or breakbeat, it’ll be a solid evening so come out and get down.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
SUNDAY, JAN. 5
Sunday Brewery Brunch
Venue: Matchwood Brewing Co., 513 Oak St.
Time: 11 a.m.
An all-day brunch, special, DIY mimosas and you as Matchwood Brewing hosts its Sunday Brewery Brunches.
Information: matchwoodbrewing.com
Piano Sunday with Annie Welle
Venue: Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301, Cedar St.
Time: 3-5 p.m.
Annie Welle performs everything from from solo jazz, improvisations, original works, and the standards on the winery’s stunning, historic 1870 Decker Brothers concert grand piano.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
‘Radioflash’
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave.
Time: 4 p.m.
In a dystopian future, a tech-savvy teenager and her father flee the city and seek refuge with her grandfather deep in the mountains of the Pacific Northwest. And if the terrain looks familiar, you’d be right as it was shot all around the area!
Information: panida.org
MONDAY, JAN. 6
Friends of Scotchman Peaks Wilderness Brews for Benefits
Venue: Laughing Dog Brewing, 805 Schweitzer Plaza Drive, Ponderay
Time: 5-8 p.m.
Join Friends of Scotchman Peaks Wilderness for some beer and fun at Laughing Dog Brewing from 5-8pm. A portion of drink sales benefit saving the wild Scotchmans. There will be live music by Dave Hussey and a raffle that includes tickets to the upcoming Wild & Scenic Film Festival.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
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, JAN. 7
Jake Robin & Special Guest
Venue: Eichardt’s Pub & Grille, 212 Cedar St.
Time: 7 p.m.
Local singer songwriter Jake Robin performs original music and covers along with a featured special guest the first Tuesday of the month.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
WEDNESDAY, JAN. 8
Sandpoint Community Resource Center Fundraiser
Venue: Idaho Pour Authority, 203 Cedar St.
Time: 5-8 p.m.
Fundraiser for the Sandpoint Community Resource Center with Elysian Brewing beer on tap. Live music by Marty Perron and Doug Bond. Silent auction items and raffle prizes. Complimentary appetizers will be served.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
POAC presents Northern Stars Rising audition reservations
POAC wants you to be a Northern Star Rising! Audition for a chance to perform for the community and local booking agents for a performance on March 29. Guest judges at the event will award prizes and one act will be honored as POAC’s Performer of the Year, with further opportunities to perform.
RSVP and information: ArtinSandpoint.org