SANDPOINT — Holiday cheer is in the air this week, with a ton of options for revelers all. Starting Friday, the original (and locally written) musical ‘Christmas Carole’ opens at the Panida and runs through the weekend, as well as shows next week.

Also, check out the POAC Gallery exhibit with Ed Robinson, The Storytelling Company’s holiday gathering on Sunday at DiLuna’s and two great concerts by ensembles from the Music Conservatory of Sandpoint, tonight and Sunday.

Got your one-horse open sleigh ready? Let’s roll!

Thursday, Dec. 15

‘Children Performing for Children’

Venue: First Lutheran Church, 526 S. Olive St., in Sandpoint.

Time: 5 p.m., Thursday

Watch the talented Music Conservatory of Sandpoint Youth Orchestras and Choirs showcase their skills in this holiday performance. Also performing will be the Lake Pend Oreille High School Choir. The concert will be followed by a cookie and cider reception.

Admission: Free and open to the public, donations welcome.

Information: 208-265-4444

Friday, Dec. 16

‘Christmas Carole’

Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave. in Sandpoint.

Time: Doors open at 7:30 p.m., show starts at 8 p.m., Friday

‘Christmas Carole’ is a locally written, produced and performed musical that premieres tonight at the Panida!

The play is a new, current-day tale based on the Charles Dickens Scrooge classic, with a twist. The show includes a talented cast of more than 30 actors, dancers and singers, featuring Debbie Lindner, Ron Ragone, Miriam Robinson and Robert Moore in challenging memorable roles.

While many cast members have years of theater and musical theater experience, there are also more than 10 actors under 18, filling out the cast and securing this as a real, true family Christmas experience. The cast of ‘Christmas Carole’ has been working hard rehearsing lines, music, songs and choreography for months and it all comes together starting this week.

Additional performances on Dec. 17, 18, 22 and 23.

Admission: $15 adults, $10 for those 18 and under, available online at panida.org, at Santosha and Creations on the Cedar Street Bridge or at the box office (if still available).

Information: panida.org

Ed Robinson Art Exhibit

Venue: Pend Oreille Arts Council Gallery, 302 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.

Time: 5:30-7 p.m., Friday

For his involvement with and generosity toward the Pend Oreille Arts Council, Ed Robinson was chosen Artist of the Year at this year’s Art Party. As part of that honor, Robinson will be featured at a one-man-show opening this Friday. Robinson, an avid fly fisherman, shows off his love for the outdoors in both his watercolor and oil paintings.

Robinson’s oeuvre demonstrates his methodical progression from one media to another and with it some outstanding results. This exhibit will be on display until the first week in January.

Admission: Free and open to the public.

Information: artinsandpoint.org or call the POAC office at 208-263-6139.

The Wagoner Band

Venue: Pend d’Oreille Winery, 301 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.

Time: 5:30-8:30 p.m., Friday, Dec. 16

Sandpoint’s favorite father-daughter duo is back at the Pend d’Oreille Winery! You know, the duo with Mike on the guitar and Sadie rounding things out with the djembe drum and killer vocals.

Admission: Free and open to the public.

Ugly Christmas Sweater Party & DJ Josh

Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.

Time: 8 p.m., Friday, Dec.16

Admission: Free for those 21 and over.

Devon Wade

Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 220 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.

Time: 7-10 p.m., Friday, Dec. 16

Devon is an independent country music artist out of Sandpoint Idaho with a strong love for what country music has always been; songs about real life. Come out and here his fun boot tapping tunes!

Admission: Free to those 21 and over.

MarchFourth

Venue: The Hive, 207 N. First Ave., in Sandpoint.

Time: Doors open at 7 p.m., show begins at 8 p.m., Friday, Dec. 16

MarchFourth returns to Sandpoint for their first show at The Hive. Get ready for a marching band spin on everything from funk, rock and jazz to Afro-beat, gypsy music and Big Band sounds, complete with stilt walkers, acrobats and Vaudeville acts.

Admission: $20 in advance, $25 at the door for ages 21 and older.

Information: livefromthehive.com

Bonners Ferry Community Choir Christmas Concert

Venue: Trinity Lutheran Church, 6784 Cody St., in Bonners Ferry.

Time: 7:30 p.m., Friday, Dec. 16

Bonners Ferry Community Choir presents ‘Peace on Earth, Goodwill to All.’ The Community Choir has been presenting annual Christmas concerts for more than 40 years and this year marks number 39 for the Barb Nelson and Vicki Blake Thompson duo.

This year’s theme is three-part: The cry of the people; the story itself; and the many images and traditions that have come to be a part of Christmas celebrations. Music includes new Christmas music as well as familiar favorites, plus an audience singalong.

Admission: By donation at the door, with a recommended donation of $10 for adults, $5 for students, or $25 for a family.

Saturday, Dec. 17

‘Christmas Carole’

Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave. in Sandpoint.

Time: Doors open at 7:30 p.m., show starts at 8 p.m., Saturday

Admission: $15 adults, $10 for those 18 and under, available online at

www.panida.org, at Santosha and Creations on the Cedar Street Bridge or at the box office (if still available).

Information: www.panida.org

High Treason Ammunition & The Serf Kings

Venue: 219 Lounge, 219 First Ave., in Sandpoint.

Time: 8 p.m., Saturday

The 219 is now non-smoking, come on by and breathe the air while you enjoy the music of High Treason Ammunitions and their special guests, the Serf Kings.

Admission: Free for those 21 and over.

Ben Olson at MickDuff’s Beer Hall

Venue: MickDuff’s Beer Hall, 220 Cedar St., Sandpoint

Time: 7-10 p.m., Saturda

Ben Olson normally plays in his band Harold’s IGA, but every once in a while plays solo. His solo shows will feature a collection of originals and covers that don’t normally get played out in Sandpoint.

Admission: Free and open to those 21 and over.

Arbor Public Market on the Cedar Street Bridge

Venue: Cedar Street Bridge, corner of First & Cedar, in Sandpoint.

Time: 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Saturday

Admission: Free and open to the public.

Spokane Symphony ‘Holiday Pops’ concert at The Fox

Venue: Martin Woldson Theater at the Fox, 1001 W. Sprague Ave., in Spokane.

Time: Doors open at 7 p.m., concert starts at 8 p.m., Saturday

The Spokane Symphony presents its annual Holiday Pops Celebration featuring some of the season’s most-loved festive songs and carols performed by the Spokane Symphony, the Chorale and the Spokane Area Youth Choirs. In addition, audiences will be treated to a screening of the Academy Award-nominated short animated film ‘The Snowman,’ while the orchestra provides the live soundtrack. Resident Conductor Morihiko Nakahara and Santa will conduct the orchestra.

Admission: $28 adults, $14 for those 17 and under, available at the box office of Martin Woldson Theater at The Fox, by calling 509-624-1200, or online and at all TicketsWest outlets.

Sunday, Dec. 18

‘Christmas Carole’

Venue: Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave. in Sandpoint.

Time: Doors open at 3 p.m., matinee starts at 3:30 p.m., Sunday

‘Christmas Carole’ is a locally written, produced and performed musical that premieres this weekend at the Panida! The play is a new, current-day tale based on the Charles Dickens Scrooge classic, with a twist. Additional performances on Dec. 22 and 23.

Admission: $15 adults, $10 for those 18 and under, available online at

www.panida.org, at Santosha and Creations on the Cedar Street Bridge or at the box office (if still available).

Information: www.panida.org

‘Amahl and the Night Visitor’

Venue: First Lutheran Church, 526 S. Olive St., in Sandpoint.

Time: 2 p.m. matinee and 5 p.m. evening concert, Sunday

Come and enjoy Music Conservatory of Sandpoint’s first children’s opera production, performed by the Young Classical Singers Troupe. Watch the story of a poor shepherd boy’s encounter with three kings. This story has captured audiences around the world ever since its premiere in 1951. Join your friends for a charming mix of song, dance, and delightful choruses.

Admission: Free and open to the public, donations welcome.

Information: 208-265-4444

Storytelling Company Christmas Show

Venue: DiLuna’s Café, 207 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.

Time: 5 p.m. dinner, 6 p.m. show– Sunday, Dec. 18

This special holiday treat features master storyteller Sandy Compton and also features teacher, singer, songwriter and storyteller John Hastings on stage with true (and not-so-true) stories from the West.

Admission: $12 (plus dinner and beverages)

Information: 208-263-0846 for reservations or e-mail: storytellingcompany@gmail.com

Bonners Ferry Community Choir Christmas Concert

Venue: Trinity Lutheran Church, 6784 Cody St., in Bonners Ferry.

Time: 3 p.m., Sunday

Bonners Ferry Community Choir presents ‘Peace on Earth, Goodwill to All.’This year’s theme is 3-part: The cry of the people; the story itself; and the many images and traditions which have come to be a part of Christmas celebrations.

Admission: By donation at the door, with a recommended donation of $10 for adults, $5 for students, or $25 for a family.

Spokane Symphony ‘Holiday Pops’ concert at The Fox

Venue: Martin Woldson Theater at the Fox, 1001 W. Sprague Ave., in Spokane.

Time: Doors open at 1 p.m., concert starts at 2 p.m., Sunday

Admission: $28 adults, $14 for those 17 and under, available at the box office of Martin Woldson Theater at The Fox, by calling 509-624-1200, or online and at all TicketsWest outlets.

Monday, Dec. 19

Truck Mills Blues Jam

Venue: Eichardt’s Pub & Grille, located at 212 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.

Time: 7:30 p.m., Monday

Admission: Free and open to the public.

Wednesday, Dec. 21

Five Minutes of Fame Open Mic

Venue: Café Bodega, 504 Oak St., in Sandpoint.

Time: 6:30 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 21

Writers, poets, musicians and listeners are all welcome for the Five Minutes of Fame annual holiday party! A potluck dessert party will be held after the readings and open mic portion of the evening wraps up. Five Minutes of Fame is held on the third Wednesday of every month.

Admission: Free and open to the public.