COEUR D'ALENE INSIDER

NORTH IDAHO COLLEGE​

​The music department of North idaho College presents FREE concerts throughout the year at various times on its beautiful campus! Performances are open to the public for all to enjoy.

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Feb 10  |  7:30 pm (T)

"JazzNIC Festival Concert"

Featuring NIC Jazz Ensemble w/special guests: Dr. Kristina Ploeger-Hekmatpanah, EWU-voice; David Fague, Gonzaga-saxophone; Cindy Dicken, NIC-voice; & Michael Harrison, NIC-trumpet. Open to the public & FREE admission!​

 

Unless otherwise noted, concerts take place at:

SCHULER PERFORMING ARTS CENTER

North Idaho College Boswell Hall

880 W. Garden Ave., CdA​

Questions? Contact NIC's Music Dept. at 208-769-3276 or email kgmiles@nic.edu. 

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Varies - Free!

​Jan 30  |  6:30 pm (F)

"Classic Movie Nights: Top Hat" 

(Starring Fred Astaire & Ginger Rogers)

SPIRIT LAKE HISTORICAL MUSEUM

6029 Jefferson St., Spirit Lake

Movies are FREE on Friday nights & so is the popcorn! If desired, take your own beverages/snacks. Museum opens at 6:30; movie begins at 7 pm. 

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Feb 7  |  2-4 pm (Sat)

"Outdoor Idaho: The Health of Our Lakes"

COEUR D'ALENE LIBRARY

702 E. Front Ave., CdA

This thought-provoking event, hosted by Kootenai Environmental Alliance, follows scientists & lake managers for an investigation into increasing levels of cyanobacteria or blue-green algae in our lakes. Green Screen Series & Eco Film Forum is a FREE monthly presentation which focuses on local environmental issues.

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Feb 11  |  5:30 pm (W)

"History Hour Lecture: Farragut Through the Years"

COEUR D'ALENE LIBRARY

702 E. Front Ave., CdA

Park Ranger Errin Bair will take attendees on a captivating journey through time from colossal forces of glaciers & Ice Age floods to frontier days & the steamboat Mary Moody. Then onto World War II's need for Farragut Naval Training Station, followed by Scouting events of the 60s & 70s attended by thousands, & the creation of Farragut State Park. It'll be a fun journey for all w/FREE admission! Monthly lecture series are provided by Museum of North Idaho.

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April 7  |  6:30-8 pm (T)

"Cardinal Reads: Curiosity - the Key to Connection"

NIC EDMINSTER STUDENT UNION BLDG.

Lake Coeur d'Alene Room, 2nd floor

495 N. College Dr., CdA

Explore cultivating the practice of curiosity as a way of responding to differences that fosters meaningful connection & understanding, guided by Buddhist Nun, Venerable Tenzin Tsepal. FREE admission; open to the public!

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April 8  |  noon-12:50 pm (W)

"Cardinal Reads: Discovering Our Shared Values"

NIC EDMINSTER STUDENT UNION BLDG.

Driftwood Bay Room, 1st floor

495 N. College Dr., CdA 

Buddhist Nuns, Venerable Thubten Dekyi & Thubten Puntsok explore how to discover shared values & meaningful ways to connect with people who have different views. All are welcome; FREE admission!​

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Varies - Free!

Sunday (3rd)  |  3-6 pm

"CDA Big Band"

COEUR D'ALENE EAGLES #486

209 E. Sherman Ave., CdA

 

Monthly tea dances are held at the Eagles Club with CDA Big Band performing on the 3rd Sunday of each month. This is a very popular dancing event & admission is open to the public (no Eagles #486 membership needed; however note Eagles charges $10 (almost FREE). ​​

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COEURLY Q'S SQUARE DANCE CLUB holds dancing events from Sept - May in Modern Western Square Dancing style (squares of 8 dancers - usually 4 men & 4 women). Dancers form a "square" & dance in patterns as directed by a caller to music which can be rock, classical, pop or country.

 

Beginning mainstream dance lessons occur every Thursday evening mid-Sept thru May from 6:30-8. Donation of $5 is appreciated. Lessons are held at:

HARDING FAMILY CENTER GYM 

(enter from west side parking lot)

411 N. 15th St., CdA​​

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Coeurly Q's is a family-oriented group of friendly folks, always happy to meet new dancers. Want to learn more? Contact Donna Seil at 208-772-9802, or email dseil125@gmail.com. 

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Thursdays - $5

Thursdays (1st & 3rd)  |  6 pm

UKULELE CLUB OF CDA

Oak Crest Clubhouse

1859 W. Marlboro Ave., CdA​​

Gather to jam on Thursday evenings for the months of May through August. All instruments & their players are invited.

 

Saturday (2nd)  |  3-4:30 pm

COEUR D'ALENE LIBRARY

702 E. Front Ave., CdA

FREE beginner-level ukulele lessons are taught. At this time, please take your own instrument.

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Ukulele Club of CdA is a friendly group welcoming all for lessons, jams, or simply sharing the joy of playing the uke. 

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Varies - Free!

Wednesday (4th)  |  6:30-8:30 pm (W)

"Community Drum Circle"

UNITY CENTER OF SPIRITUAL GROWTH

4465 N. 15th St., CdA

208-664-1125

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Led by Todd Neel, host  musician, this group of drummers gathers each month on the 4th Wednesday to connect through the power & rhythm of music. All ages are welcome, including children w/adult participation or supervision. Take your own drum, or borrow one. It's a FREE event; however donations are welcome. 

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4th Wednesday - Free!

​​TBA  |  TBA​

​​​MUSIC CONSERVATORY OF COEUR D'ALENE

627 N. Government Way, CdA

208-901-8190

Look for professional & exemplary performing artists to entertain in this beautifully-restored "Hamilton House", now serving as the music conservatory. Tickets are required for some concerts & recitals; others are FREE of charge! Check schedules HERE.

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The conservatory is a music school - a place for future musicians to train under an organized program utilizing collaboration; thus sharing teachers, programs, concerts, venues, events & more. At various times, no-cost workshops & open houses are held.

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"if we are to hope for a society of culturally literate people, music must be a vital part of our children's education." --Yo-Yo Ma

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Varies - Free!

Tuesday (2nd)  |  1-3 pm

NORTH IDAHO QUILTERS

Human Rights Education Institute

414 W. Fort Grounds Dr., Coeur d'Alene

North Idaho Quilters "Community Service" group meets on the 2nd Tuesday of each month (except July & December) to work on quilts to benefit the community. The 
public is invited to help assemble & tie quilts. Donations of fabric, quilt blocks, quilt tops, & finished quilts are always appreciated. FREE parking; obtain upon arrival. 

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Every Wednesday  |  9:45 am-noon

ST. GEORGE'S PEACE MAKERS

St. George's Catholic Church (Parish Hall)

2010 N. Lucas St., Post Falls

208-773-4715

Peace Makers Quilting meets every Wednesday morning to design/create quilts to donate to assisted living homes, hospice & others in need, as well as gifting Baptismal quilts. No special skills or tools are needed & all are welcome to help. Questions? Contact Lori Goldsmith, 509-675-1948.

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Varies - Free!

​Every Tuesday  |  1-2:30 pm

"Drop-in Open Crafting"

KELLOGG LIBRARY

16 W. Market St., Kellogg

208-786-7231

Drop in every Tuesday with an artsy project to work on, or pick up ideas for felting, knitting, crochet, embroidery or cross-stitch. Refreshments & materials provided. Geared to ages 15+.

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Every Tuesday  |  1-3 pm

"The Yarn Connection"

KROC CENTER

Community Room #2 (River)

1765 W Golf Course Rd, Coeur d'Alene

Prefer working on fiber arts with others, or need some help? Every Tuesday at Kroc Center, do yarn projects (for personal or charity) with others, regardless of skill level. No Kroc membership is needed - it's a FREE gathering for ages 11+ - just drop in.​

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Every Wednesday  |  9:30-11:30 am

"Sit n' Sew Craft Group"

COMMUNITY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

1470 W. Hanley Ave., CdA

208-765-8800

Gather every Wednesday for sewing & crafting. Take your current project; enjoy fellowship & conversation. All are welcome!

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Every Wednesday  |  11 am

"Sit-n-Stitch"

COEUR D'ALENE LIBRARY

701 E. Front Ave., CdA

208-769-2315

All skill levels are welcome; ages 12+. Learn how to crochet or knit, or help others with their projects weekly on Wednedays.

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Every Wednesday  |  1-2 pm

"Knit & Nosh"

HARRISON LIBRARY

111 Coeur d'Alene Ave., Harrison

208-689-3976

All needle crafters are welcome - a FREE community activity! Gather every Wednesday.

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Every Thursday  |  noon-3 pm

"Community Sew-In"

COEUR D'ALENE LIBRARY

702 E. Front Ave., CdA

208-769-2315

Take a current quilting project & socialize or gain advice/help while working. Take your own sewing machine (or hand work), fabric & extention cord to join group in the Community Room every Thursday.

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Every Friday  |  10-11:30 am

"Knitting for Warmth"

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

521 E. Lakeside Ave., CdA

208-667-8446

An open, community knitting time for anyone who would like to create a prayer shaw (which is given as a gift of love, hope & comfort to someone who is critically ill or in crisis). Gather with others every Friday morning. More info HERE.

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Every Friday  |  1 pm

"Krafty Krafters"

HAYDEN SENIOR CENTER

1250 W Lancaster Rd., Post Falls

All ages are welcome. Gather every Friday to crochet, cross-stitch, knit or work on other craft. Socialize, share creative ideas & prepare items for November bazaar. Cost to participate: $1 for member; $2 non-member.​ The group donates hats, mittens/gloves, afghans & scarves to seniors & hospice. Donations of material or unfinished projects are appreciated.

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Every Friday |  1-3 pm

"Knit Along"

RATHDRUM LIBRARY

16320 Hwy 41, Rathdrum

208-687-1029

Open to all every Friday, take a yarn project & socialize. Master knitter will be available to assist.

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Every Saturday  |  1:30-3:30 pm

"The Tinking Frog: A Yarn Social"

POST FALLS LIBRARY

821 N. Spokane St., Post Falls

Hop in w/hooks & needles, knitters & crocheters, every Saturday to share stitch patterns, talk about techniques & show projects to other yarnists. ​

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Saturday (3rd)  |  1-3 pm

"Keep Calm & Carry Yarn"

SPIRIT LAKE LIBRARY

32575 N. 5th Ave, Spirit Lake

All types & skill levels of yarn-crafting are welcome! Take works-in-progress or learn something new.

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Varies - Free!

Thursdays (4th)  |  5:30-7:30 pm​

Feb 19  |  "Super Bowl Night"

 

All families are invited to KROC COMMUNITY CENTER on the 4th Thursday of each month from 5:30-7 pm for "Family Game Night" w/various themes. Membership is not required & it's FREE of charge! A wide variety of board games will be provided; snacks too, or take your own games to share w/others. More info HERE.​

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4th Thursday - Free!

Every Tuesday  |  7-9 pm

LAKE CITY HARMONIZERS

practices at Bell Tower Funeral Home

3398 E. Jenalan Ave., Post Falls

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Lake City Harmonizers welcomes members (men & women) of all ages who like to sing barbershop-style harmony (a cappella) & have fun doing it.

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Rehearsals provide an evening of resonant music-making & take place every Tuesday. For more info, contact Glenda Kohoutek at 208-771-1389 or email
gkohoutek74@gmail.com.

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Every Tuesday - Free!

Feb 13  |  5-8 pm (F)

March 13  |  5-8 pm (F)

April 10  |  5-8 pm (F)

"ArtWalk"

DOWNTOWN COEUR D'ALENE

Stroll the sidewalks of CdA, drop into art studios & other businesses. Sample wine; appetizers along the way. Hear local musician singer/songwriters & see artists' demonstrations.

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This is a relaxing evening for the whole family on the 2nd Friday of each month.

See COEUR D'ALENE ARTS & CULTURE ALLIANCE website for maps & schedules.

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2nd Friday - Free!

Every Monday  |  6-8 pm

COEUR D'ALENE CHORUS

Community United Methodist Church

1470 W. Hanley Ave., CdA

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Coeur d'Alene Chorus is a group of talented women of all ages who sing in 4-part barbershop-style harmony (a cappella).

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Rehearsals are every Monday (Jan-Nov) at CUMC & are open to women who would like to listen, or become a member. (Ask about auditions). Music ranges from Broadway classics to popular songs - new & old.

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Vocalists love to perform & participate in competitions. More info - 208-717-1332, email sweetadscda@gmail.com or see website HERE.

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Every Monday - Free!

​March 12  |  7:30 pm (Th)

"America's Big Band Jazz Ambassadors Concert"

SCHULER PERFORMING ARTS CENTER

North Idaho College Boswell Hall

880 W. Garden Ave., CdA ​

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FREE & open to the public, the U.S. Army Field Band will entertain with a variety of music such as big band swing, Latin, popular tunes, patriotic selections & contemporary jazz. The Ambassadors are the official touring big band of the United States Army, formed in 1969.

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Varies - Free!

​​​​JACKLIN ARTS & CULTURAL CENTER

405 N. William St., Post Falls

208-457-8950

Enjoy musical entertainment, classes, art activities, bridal fairs & more in the historical JACC bldg. dating back to the 1890s.

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Opening receptions also, celebrating the works of local/regional artists, sculptors & photographers are open to the public with FREE admission! 

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Here are some special events:

• CELTIC JAMS - Tues (2nd), 5:30-7:30 pm, for musicians & listeners - FREE

• BLUEGRASS JAMS - Wed (2nd & 4th), 5:30-7:30 pm, for musicians & listeners - FREE

• ART EXHIBITS & SALES - "My Favorite Things", Feb 7, 2:30-4 pm

• FREE COMMUNITY ART DAYS -TBA, 5:30-6:30 pm

• COLLECTOR'S TALK - TBA

• COMMUNITY CONCERTS - TBA, FREE​

View details HERE.

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Varies - Free!

Sunday (1st)  |  2-4 pm

THE BLUE SHELL

1903 E. Sherman Ave., CdA

208-930-1008

Adults can gather on the 1st Sunday of each month for casual chess play (all skill levels). Boards are provided, or take your own. Check out the calendar HERE for game schedules/info, including a Cribbage League which gathers every Friday from 6-10 pm. 

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Every Monday  |  6-8 pm

COEUR D'ALENE CHESS CLUB

meets at McDonald's Restaurant

1325 W. Riverstone Drive, CdA

CDA Chess Club is open to anyone who loves chess, w/no membership fee! The club meets on Mondays. Players of all ages & skill levels (beginners to those registered as masters) are welcome to join. Skill levels are determined so structured pairings can take place. Everyone gets a chance to play & meet others in the club. RSVPs are requested for planning purposes. For more info, email info.cdachess@gmail.com, or leave a messg/text at 208-274-5242.

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Tuesday (1st)  |  3-5 pm

"Spirit Lake Chess Club"

SPIRIT LAKE COMMUNITY CENTER

32564 4th Ave., Spirit Lake

Sponsored by Community Library Network, about 20-30 people of all ages meet to hone in skills & learn strategies. All are welcome! Call Spirit Lake Libary for more info (ask for adult programmer Akaemi Ferris) at 208-623-5353 or see library listing HERE.

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Every Tuesday  |  3:30-5 pm

PINEHURST LIBRARY

107 Main St., Pinehurst

All ages are welcome to participate in this growing group of chess players every Tuesday. Take your own chess set to share in a friendly match. Chess Club is FREE of charge!

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Saturday (1st)  |  11 am-2 pm

KELLOGG LIBRARY

10 E. Station Ave., Kellogg

Kellogg Community Chess Club welcomes all ages & skill levels! Sponsored by Kellogg Chess Club & Idaho Chess Association. More info - 208-786-7231 or email idahochessassociation@gmail.com. 

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Varies - Free!

Monday (2nd)  |  10-11 am

"Adult Coffee Time"

ST. MARIES LIBRARY

822 W. College Ave., St. Maries

Drop in for an adult social time on the 2nd Monday of each month. 

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Every Tuesday  |  11 am-noon

"Tuesday Perks"

PINEHURST LIBRARY

107 Main St., Pinehurst

Join the get-together every Tuesday for conversation & creativity over coffee. For ages 18+.​​​

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Every Tuesday  |  3:30-4 pm

"Game On!"

PINEHURST LIBRARY

107 Main St., Pinehurst

Gather for cards, board games & chess - ages 18+.

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Fridays (2nd & 4th)  |  5-7 pm

"Game Night"

ST. MARIES LIBRARY

822 W. College Ave., St. Maries

Enjoy evenings filled with tabletop RPGs (Role Playing Games), old favorites, & new ones. Learn or share skills with others. All ages are welcome (kids ages 15 & under need to be accompanied by an a parent or guardian.) Questions? Email Lily at sabrewild@gmail.com. 

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Varies - Free!

Monday (3rd)  |  10 am-4 pm (M)

AMERICAN LEGION POST 143

1138 E. Poleline, Post Falls

208-773-9054​

Patriotic Piecers meet the 3rd Monday of each month at American Legion Post 143 to work on quilts (sew, un-sew, iron, cut, sponsor, piece, bind or quilt).

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All quilters are invited to take their sewing machines & fabrics to help create "Quilts of Valor" for deserving veterans who have served & sacrificed to protect our freedom. For more info on "Q of V", or to request a quilt for a veteran, www.qovf.org

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Questions? Contact Karen Henriksen at henriksensk@gmail.com or call 208-964-1128.   

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3rd Monday - Free!

**Photo credit - Carol Kelly

Every Tues & Fri |  1-4 pm

"Mah Jongg"

LAKE CITY CENTER

1916 N. Lakewood Dr., CdA

208-667-4628

Expert, or "newby", gather to play this rummy-like game played with tiles. Lake City Center charges a minimal fee of $1-2. The game is excellent for the memory. Try it. :-) Questions? Call 208-667-4628.

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1st & 3rd Mondays  |  11 am-3 pm

"Mah Jongg"

HAYDEN SENIOR CENTER

1250 W. Lancaster Rd., Post Falls

208-762-7052

Stop in - cost varies from $1-3 per visit. First time is FREE!

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Every Tuesday  |  12:30 pm

"Mah Jongg"

BAYVIEW COMMUNITY CENTER

20298 E. Perimeter Rd., Bayview

208-683-8040

"Mah Jongg" is similar to the card game, Gin Rummy, but uses Chinese tiles instead of cards. The group is open to experienced players every Tuesday. Tutoring sessions are held when 3-4 people express an interest in learning the basics. 

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Varies - Free or (Almost)!