Heat up winter nights with lots of entertainment
Ol’ Man Winter make be making an appearance with temps expected to dip into the chilly so, but on the entertainment front? It’s a whole different scene as great music, films and good times abound. Grab the phone, find the calendar and makes plans to get out and enjoy the fun.
THURSDAY, JAN. 9
‘Honeyland’
Venue: Little Panida Theater, 302 N. First Ave.
Time: 7 p.m.
In ‘Honeyland’, one of 15 feature documentaries still in contention for the Academy Awards, the indelible main character is Hatidze Muratova, a woman from a remote section of North Macedonia. There she lives a humble existence cultivating honey from wild bees.
Admission and information: 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!
Admission: Free and open to those 21 and over.
Group Conversations About Cancer
Venue: Community Cancer Services, 1205 Highway 2, Ste. 101B
Time: 2-3:30 p.m.
An opportunity to share experiences and feelings in a non-clinical guided session.
Information: 208-255-2301
FRIDAY, JAN. 10
Mobius Riff
Venue: Idaho Pour Authority, 203 Cedar St.
Time: 5-7
Realizing that we say this every time this band plays, it does bear repeating – Mobius Riff is simply one of the most talented ensembles out there. Don’t miss this chance to enjoy their exemplary musicianship.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
BareGrass
Venue: Matchwood Brewing, 513 Oak St.
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Come enjoy the music as Bare Grass entertains you with their unique sound of Americana, mixed with a little bluegrass and blues and whatever else is conjured up for the show.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
‘Honeyland’
Venue: Little Panida Theater, 302 N. First Ave.
Time: 6 p.m.
Admission and information: panida.org
Avalanche Awareness Seminar
Venue: Sandpoint Marine & Motorsports, 195 N. Triangle Drive, Ponderay
Time: 6-9 p.m.
Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation presents this free snowmobile-based avalanche awareness program designed to familiarize the winter backcountry enthusiast with hazard recognition and techniques for safe travel in avalanche terrain.
Admission: Free and open to the public
The Other White Meat
Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 220 Cedar St.
Time: 6:30-9:30 p.m.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Bright Moments Jazz
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 N. First Ave.
Time: 9 p.m.-midnight
Bright Moments is back at the 219 for some great jazz, a little bit of ska and some good old-fashioned razzmatazz.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Full Moon Fiasco 99
Venue: Eichardt’s Pub, 212 Cedar St.
Time: 7-10 p.m.
Full moon bike ride.
Information: fbcsandpoint.net
Ukulele Jam
Venue: Fiddling’ Red’s, 111 Church St.
Time: 6-8 p.m.
Bring your favorite uke and your favorite tunes and come hang out with other ukulele players. If the weather is iffy, email or text to be sure we’re still on!
Information: Mich, moontreemusic@gmail.com or 541-890-0595
Cris Lucas
Venue: Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St.
Time: 5-8 p.m.
Singer-songwriter Cris Lucas will perform a solo set, covering a wide variety of genres including pop, alternative, rock originals and favorites.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Ron Kieper Jazz Quartet
Venue: Eichardt’s pub, 212 Cedar St.
Time: 7:30-10:30 p.m.
Ron Kieper Jazz is led by saxophonist Ron Kieper along with an array of the area’s finest musicians. Ron performs extensively throughout the region both as a leader and as a sideman in groups ranging from duos to quartets to big band, and currently sits in the lead alto chair of the Bob Curnow Big Band.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Sandpoint Contra Dance
Venue: Sandpoint Community Hall, 204 S. First Ave., in Sandpoint.
Time: 7-10:30 p.m.
Featuring live music and Emily Faulkner as the caller. Previous dancing experience is not necessary. First-time dancers are encouraged to arrive on time for an introductory dance at 7 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
SATURDAY, JAN. 11
POAC presents Northern Stars Rising Auditions
Venue: The Heartwood Center, 615 Oak St., in Sandpoint.
Time: 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Open to musicians and vocalists hoping to further their musical careers. Performers will audition for one of the following categories: Polaris (ages 14-18(; Sirius (ages 18-25), Aurora (ages 26-plus) and best original song.
Two performers or groups will be chosen in each category to perform on Friday, February 21st at the Heartwood Center.
Information: artinsandpoint.org
Love & Logic with Foster Cline
Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave.
Time: 1 p.m.
Founder and psychiatrist. Dr. Cline is an internationally renowned child and adult psychiatrist, as well as the co-author of “Parenting with Love and Logic”. Take advantage of this seminar in an intimate setting right here in his hometown.
Information and tickets: panida.org
Kenny Mayginnes
Venue: Matchwood Brewing, 513 Oak St.
Time: 2 p.m.
Join Matchwood Brewing for some afternoon jams with this talented Sandpoint acoustic soloist and career musician.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
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
John Firshi
Venue: Idaho Pour Authority, 203 Cedar St.
Time: 5-7 p.m.
With acoustic covers, improv and great covers, John Firshi performs jams you don’t want to miss.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
‘Honeyland’
Venue: Little Panida Theater, 302 N. First Ave.
Time: 7 p.m.
Admission and information: panida.org
Truck Mills Quartet
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave.
Time: 9 p.m.
Acclaimed Northwest guitarist Truck Mills and his supporting cast of local musicians playing some classic blues, Americana and rock ’n’ roll.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
Red Blend
Venue: Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St.
Time: 5-8 p.m.
Great local performers Meg, Brian, and Chris are back to fill the tasting room with sounds of soul, pop and blues for a treat you do not want to miss.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
SUNDAY, JAN. 12
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
‘Honeyland’
Venue: Little Panida Theater, 302 N. First Ave.
Time: 4 p.m.
Admission and information: panida.org
Yonder Mountain String Band
Venue: The Hive, 207 N. First Ave.
Time: 8:30 p.m. (doors open 7:30 p.m.)
For the past 20 years, Yonder Mountain String Band has redefined bluegrass music, expanding the traditional acoustic genre beyond its previously established boundaries by steadily pushing the envelope into the realms of rock ’n’ roll and improvisation.
YMSB has always played music of their own design, in the process attracting a devout following of fans that often resembles a tight-knit family on an epic musical journey as Yonder traverses the country with an ambitious tour schedule.
Yonder is a quintessential ensemble honing its craft night after night on the road, and the fans are there to experience it in real time. The result is music that doesn’t stand still, is always progressing and is a foot-stomping good time.
Admission: $25 in advance or $30 at the door.
Piano Sunday with Bob Beadling
Venue: Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301. Cedar St.
Time: 2-4 p.m. – Sun., Oct. 28
Bob is an incredibly talented pianist who always presents a memorable performance. Come enjoy the afternoon of music with your friends and families.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
MONDAY, JAN. 13
Monday Night Blues Jam
Venue: Eichardt’s Pub & Grille
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Host Truck Mills invites local and visiting musicians to join him on the Eichardt’s stage. Come down and play or watch and enjoy micro brew from one of our 13 taps.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
TUESDAY, JAN. 14
Night-Out Karaoke
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave.
Time: 9 p.m.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
WEDNESDAY, JAN. 15
Wind Down Wednesday
Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 N. First Ave.
Time: 6-9 p.m.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.
IPAC Snow Pit Chat
Venue: Matchwood Brewing Co., 513 Oak St.
Time: 6 p.m.
Hosted by Friends of the Idaho Panhandle Avalanche Center and Matchwood Brewing Company, the chats are a chance to ask questions, learn valuable information and tips on safe travel in the backcountry throughout the snow season, and get to know your IPAC staff and members.
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Open Mic with Kevin Dorin
Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 220 Cedar St.
Time: 6-9 p.m.
MickDuff’s Beer Hall and Kevin Dorin are excited to welcome all local artists over 21 years of age for a fun and open night of playing at the Beer Hall. Come out for a positive environment to share your passion or just come to take it all in.
Admission: Free for those 21 and over.