SANDPOINT – It’s all about the local entertainment scene this week, as every facet of the arts is represented in some shape or form.

Tonight, Pulitzer Prize-winning novelist and Sandpoint native Marilynne Robinson speaks about the need to stand and defend public education at the Panida. Music Conservatory of Sandpoint offers a master class and concert this evening and another concert Friday afternoon.

Also on Friday, Bridges Home Trio makes one of its rare local appearances, with a special show at the Pend d’Oreille Winery and the Garden of Artistry fine art show opens at the Ponderay Garden Center.

Plus, films at the Panida, live music all around town and outdoor events to make a summer day even sweeter.

The ball is now in your court:

Thursday, July 20

Marilynne Robinson on Defending Public Education

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

Time: 7 p.m.

Pulitzer Prize-winning novelist and Sandpoint native Marilynne Robinson will speak about the need to defend public education in this important community event.

Admission: Tickets available at Baxter’s, Eve’s Leaves, Eichardt’s at the box office or online at: panida.org

Music Without Borders Concert & Master Class

Venue: The Heartwood Center, 615 Oak St., in Sandpoint.

Time: Master Class with Spokane Youth Symphony conductor Dr. Phil Baldwin starts at 4 p.m.; concert begins at 6 p.m.

A concert featuring Music Conservatory of Sandpoint summer camp exchange students and high-achieving MCS student mentors, preceded by a master class with the conductor of the Spokane Youth Symphony.

Admission: By donation.

Wyatt Wood

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

Time: 6 p.m.

Come out for our Thursday night solo music series featuring Spokane Valley native Wyatt Wood.

Admission: Free for those 21 and over.

Devon Wade

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

Time: 9 p.m.

Put on your best dancing boots, because one of the region’s best country rock bands is playing on the patio!

Admission: Free for those 21 and over.

‘American Bandstand Revisited’

Venue: Circle Moon Theater, located on Highway 211, 3 1/2 miles north of Highway 2, near Newport.

Time: 6:30 p.m. dinner service, curtain opens at 7:30 p.m. – Thursday (additional shows on July 21 and 22)

Featuring unleashed headliners doing solo and ensemble performances inspired by artists who appeared on American Bandstand.

Admission: $25 per person for dinner and show, or $12 for show only. Senior and youth tickets $10.

Reservations: Call 208-448-1294 or visit online at northwoodsperformingarts.com

Friday, July 21

Bridges Home Trio

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

Time: 5-8 p.m.

It’s one of the rare occasions when this local trio of lead vocalists and multi-instrumentalists actually get to play a show in their own hometown. Come a little bit early and snag one of the best ‘listening tables,’ then settle in for an evening of sparkling three-part harmonies and intricately woven instruments in Celtic, folk, roots and originals. See you there!

Admission: Free and open to the public.

MCS Sounds of Summer Concert

Venue: North Summit Church, 201 N. Division St., in Sandpoint.

Time: 3 p.m.

Enjoy the Music Conservatory of Sandpoint choir and orchestra and see why folks are so proud of this arts education gem.

Admission: By donation.

‘Lost in Paris’

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

Time: 5:30 p.m.

When Fiona’s orderly life is disrupted by a letter of distress from her 88-year-old Aunt Martha who is living in Paris, Fiona hops on the first plane she can and arrives only to discover that Martha has disappeared.

Admission: Tickets available at the box office or online at: panida.org

Midnight Sci-Fi Movie

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

Time: 11:59 p.m.

The Panida ghost invites you to the Midnight Sci-Fi Thriller! Come and sit in the dark with the first midnight showing of the season.

Admission: Free and open to the public.

Garden of Artistry Fine Art Show

Venue: Ponderay Garden Center, 477703 Highway 95 North, in Ponderay.

Time: 1-5 p.m.

This international fine art show fills the garden center with superb work in a huge array of mediums. You will be impressed.

Admission: Free and open to the public.

Harold’s IGA

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

Time: 9 p.m.

This Sandpoint favorite multi-instrumental trio plays folk rock originals and off-the-beaten track covers from artists like Ween, Talking Heads and Violent Femmes.

Admission: Free for those 21 and over.

Brian Jacobs & Chris Lynch

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

Time: 7 p.m.

Brian Jacobs and Chris Lynch Live at the Beer Hall — Brian Jacobs and Chris Lynch are are a fun duo with a great sound that will have you on the dance floor.

Admission: Free for those 21 and over.

‘American Bandstand Revisited’

Venue: Circle Moon Theater, located on Highway 211, 3 1/2 miles north of Highway 2, near Newport.

Time: 6:30 p.m. dinner service, curtain opens at 7:30 p.m., Friday (additional show July 22)

Admission: $25 per person for dinner and show, or $12 for show only. Senior and youth tickets $10.

Reservations: Call 208-448-1294 or visit online at northwoodsperformingarts.com

Saturday, July 22

‘Lost in Paris’

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

Time: 3:30 and 7:30 p.m.

Admission: Tickets available at the box office or online at: panida.org

Beth Pederson & Betsy Hammer

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.

Take in the weekend in style by strolling our magnificent market to the sounds of some of our superb, local musicians.

Admission: Free, open to the public.

Garden of Artistry Fine Art Show

Venue: Ponderay Garden Center, 477703 Highway 95 North, in Ponderay.

Time: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

This international fine art show fills the garden center with superb work in a huge array of mediums. You will be impressed.

Admission: Free, open to the public.

Mobius Riff

Venue: Eichardt’s Pub, 212 Cedar St., in Sandpoint.

Time: 7 p.m.

This talented group of players specializes in the deep groove, with an eclectic mix of Jazz, Rock, Celtic, Classical and Middle Eastern music.

Admission: Free, open to the public.

Meg & Chris Lynch

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

Time: 5-8 p.m.

Come jam out with this dymanic duo of Meg on sultry vocals and Chris on keyboard.

Admission: Free, open to the public.

Scotia Road

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

Time: 7 p.m.

This four-piece family band is made up of guitar, mandolin & upright bass mingle with the calming vocals & harmonies of the mother-daughter duo. You might just fall in love with Scotia Road.

Admission: Free, 21 and over.

Fat Lady

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

Time: 9 p.m.

If you’re looking for a mild-mannered concert experience, then avoid Fat Lady at all costs. Led by Schuyler Dornbirer, one of Spokane’s premier guitar players, the group’s ‘60s rock-inspired originals and covers are far from tepid or trepidatious.

Admission: Free, 21 and over.

‘American Bandstand Revisited’

Venue: Circle Moon Theater, located on Highway 211, 3 1/2 miles north of Highway 2, near Newport, Wash.

Time: 6:30 p.m. dinner service, curtain opens at 7:30 p.m.

Admission: $25.00 per person for dinner and show, or $12.00 for show only. Senior and children tickets are $10.00.

Reservations: Call 208-448-1294 or visit online at northwoodsperformingarts.com

Sunday, July 23

Garden of Artistry Fine Art Show at Ponderay Garden Center

Venue: Ponderay Garden Center, 477703 Highway 95 North, in Ponderay.

Time: 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Admission: Free, open to the public.

‘Lost in Paris’ film at the Panida Theater

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

Time: 3:30 p.m. – Sun., July 23

Admission: Tickets available at the box office or online at panida.org

Game Night with Racheal at 219 Lounge

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

Time: 7 p.m.

Admission: Free, 21 and over.

Monday, July 24

Truck Mills Blues Jam

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

Time: 7:30 p.m.

Admission: Free, open to the public.

Tuesday, July 25

Night-Out Karaoke

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

Time: 9 p.m., Tuesdays

Admission: Free, 21 and over.

West African Traditions Drum Class

Venue: Embody Studio, 823 Main St., in Sandpoint.

Time: 5:30 p.m., Tuesdays

Admission: Suggested donation of $5-$15

Information: Call 208-597-1892 to reserve a djembe for class, or visit online at dununbabe.com

Wednesday, July 26

Ian Gaddie

Venue: Farmers Market at Sandpoint, Farmin Park, Third Ave. & Oak St., Sandpoint.

Time: 3-5:30 p.m.

Admission: Free, open to the public.