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Things to Do in North Idaho for All Ages!

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annual events

April 18 - Earth Day, CdA >
April 25 - Spring Dash, CdA
April 25 - Community Recycle Day, Post Falls >
May 2 - Single Moms Celebration, CdA >
May 9 - Hayden Kite Festival >
May 9 - Depot Days Car Show, Wallace >
May 15-17 - Race the Joe >
May 16 - North Idaho Veterans Stand Down, CdA >
May 24 - Coeur d'Alene Marathon >
May 25 - Memorial Day Ceremonies >

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to Coeur d'Alene Insider's guide to free events!

free community events

music, movies & art >

April 17 (Fri), 9 am-noon, "Free Shred Day" at Washington Trust Bank, 1601 E. Seltice Way, Post Falls. Secure drive-thru event to dispose of sensitive documents & personal info on-site such as bank/credit card statements, tax documents, medical records, & paycheck stubs. No binders or hard drives.
April 18 (Sat), 8-11 am, "Coeur d'Alene Cars & Coffee" in the parking lot of Coeur d'Alene Church of the Nazarene, 4000 N. 4th St., CdA. No registration & always FREE to attend - show up with your vehicle to socialize w/other car/truck enthusiasts. Spectator parking on gravel lot; overflow show car parking on the grass. Car clubs are welcome. Coffee & donuts (by donation); vendors on site too. 50/50 raffle benefits Jesus in Jail Ministry which provides Bibles to inmates in Kootenai Co. Jail. Please arrive & leave quietly - shhhh - in respect for the neighborhood.
April 18 (Sat) - EARTH DAY EVENTS >
FARMERS MARKETS & CRAFT FAIRS >
April 25 (Sat), 10 am-2 pm, "Community Recycle Day" at Post Falls City Hall, 408 N. Spokane St. (use 5th Ave. entrance). Post Falls residents can drop off old electronics (computers, printers, monitors), cardboard (flattened), & paper for shredding. Post Falls Police Dept. will accept old unwanted prescription medications for safe disposal also. Participants will receive FREE insulated grocery bags, recycling calendars & more. See flyer HERE.
April 25 (Sat), 2 pm, "Wild Spring Mushrooms of Northern Idaho" presentation at Sprag Pole Bar & Museum, 6353 Prichard Creek Rd., Murray. Mushroom enthusiast Rebecca Richardson will give tips for mushroom hunting. Take specimens for help w/identification too! Be sure to see the museum while there. Admission is FREE; donations welcome.

Food distributions & meals

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April 16 (Thurs), 1-3:45 pm, "Lunch/Snacks Distribution" provided by non-profit, Outreach Eats at Rathdrum Skate Park, located across from Mountain View School, 7802 Main Street. Snacks are also served at Stub Myers Park, 320 W. 4th St., Rathdrum, from 1-3:45 pm every Tuesday.
April 21 (Tues), 11 am-1 pm, "2nd Harvest Mobile Market" at St. Vincent de Paul Help Center, 210 E. Harrison Ave., CdA. Up to 250 families facing hunger will receive fresh & non-perishable food items at this drive-through event. No app't needed. Also: April 30, 11 am-1 pm at Cormana Bldg., 1101 W. Idaho Ave., St. Maries; May 6, 11 am-1 pm at Sysco, 300 N. Baugh Way, Post Falls; & June 25, July 30 & Aug 27 at St. Maries HS, 424 Hells Gulch Rd., St. Maries.
COMPLIMENTARY WEEKLY CHURCH MEALS in Post Falls, CdA, Hayden & Osburn >
April 21 (Tues), 4:30-6:30 pm, "Free Community Meal" provided by Cup of Grace, 31848 N. 4th Ave., Spirit Lake (behind bank) for area residents. Join neighbors & meet new ones at this friendly, weekly gathering every Tuesday. All ages are welcome! For to-go meals, take your own clean, sealable container.
April 22 (Wed), 8-9:30 am, "Veterans Appreciation Breakfast" at Legends Park Assisted Living, 1820 N. Legends Pkwy, CdA. Each month veterans & their families are invited to enjoy a full breakfast - eggs, bacon, sausage, hash browns, pancakes, coffee & juices - FREE of charge! Please RSVP to 208-699-6015. Offered every 3rd Wednesday of each month.
April 22 (Wed), noon, "LOU: Lunch on Us" at Bayview Community Center, 20298 E. Perimeter Road. Meet w/neighbors - all are welcome - to enjoy a FREE lunch every Wednesday. Take a dessert to share, if possible, & consider making a $5 donation. Call 208-683-8040 for more info, or email joyshantz@gmail.com.
May 6 (Wed), 5-7 pm, "Steak Night for Veterans" at Wallace Elks Lodge #331, 419 Cedar Street. Veterans are invited to enjoy sizzling steaks, hearty sides & good company. All veterans eat FREE every 1st Wednesday of the month! Veterans also eat FREE on Burger Night every Friday, 5-7 pm.

wellness & safety

support groups >

SUICIDE HOTLINE - CALL OR TEXT 988
CALL 2-1-1 FOR IDAHO CARELINE >
April 21 (Tues), 3-6 pm, "Community Car Seat Safety Check" at Cup of Grace, 32271 N. 5th Ave., Spirit Lake. FREE child car seat checks & safe sleep education offered. Appt's are recommended; text CHECK to 844-619-2048. New, safe car seats & cribs available for those in need.
April 22 (Wed), 1-2:30 pm, "Diabetes: Know Your Score" presented by Panhandle Health District at Hayden Library, 8385 N. Gov't Way. Learn how to prevent diabetes or manage the diagnosis; also healthy eating tips. More info - 208-425-5242 or email lmaeschen@phd1.idaho.gov.
April 29 (Wed), noon-1 pm, "Wellness Lunch & Learn" at Shoshone Medical Center, 9 Country Club Lane, Pinehurst. Speakers will be Rachel Ewing from Silver Valley Dietetic Care (nutrition) & Belden Lindsey from SMC Fitness Center (simple exercises). There is no cost to attend; RSVP to sberry@shomed.org or call 208-784-4609.
HUNTER SAFETY CLASSES >
May 19 (Tues), 5 pm, "Multiple Sclerosis Community Education Event" at Kootenai Health Resource Center, 2003 Kootenai Health Way. Learn from expert speakers & connect with others. There will be a variety of topics followed by Q&A. Click HERE for free tickets.
July 10 (Fri), 10-11 am, "VA Health Care Orientation Class" at Coeur d'Alene VA Clinic, 915 W. Emma Ave., Room 159, CdA. Gain understanding of benefits for primary, specialty & mental health care; social work, pharmacy & medication refills, emergency & urgent care, co-payments, travel benefits, patient advocate program & more. Call 509-434-7009 to register or email SPONewPatientOrientation@VA.gov. Walk-ins welcome; family members/friends welcome. Also: Nov 13.

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April 18 (Sat), 8:30 & 9 am, "Celebrate Earth Day" with a morning bird walk for ages 13+ on Tubbs Hill led by Coeur d'Alene Audubon Society. Begin at the bird sign at the east trailhead (SE side-11th Street). Binoculars are recommended for the 1 1/2-hour tour. Please no pets or children under age 7. From 10 am-2 pm, attend "Book Repair Cafe" at CdA Library to save a worn book from the dumpster. Librarians will repair broken-spine books & glue together other loose pieces/pages.
April 30 (Thurs), 10 am, "Fraud Awareness" at CdA Library, presented by Global Credit Union. Topics will include phishing, skimming, scammers adaptation, credit monitoring, BBB Scam Tracker, online acc't security & what to do if victimized. Additional program at 5 pm, "Smart Money" covers topics such as budget basics, good savings habits, understanding credit reports & the cost of credit, retirement investing & more. Both classes are for ages 16+ and will be held in the Gozzer Room. More dates: July 30 & Oct 29.
May 2 (Sat), 11 am-1 pm, "Succulent Gardens & Pot Decorating" at Harrison Library. Presented by local garden expert Sue Bockelman, create a mini garden w/decorations. Supplies are provided. Also: May 8, 10:30 am-12:30 pm, Hayden.
May 5 (Tues), 3:30 pm, "Spring Walking Adventures: Medicinal Plants in Your Backyard" for ages 13 & older on Tubbs HIll. Meet by the moose statue outside of the Children's Library for the group walk led by Dr. Casey Carr. No dogs, please.
May 9 (Sat), 12:30-2 pm, "The Art of Book Folding" at Hayden Library. Convert old books into decorative conversation pieces with an easy-to-learn craft technique. Also: June 13.
May 7 (Thurs), 4-6 pm, "Lawyer in the Library" at CdA Library. A free resource held on the 1st Thursday of each month, & provided by Idaho Volunteer Lawyers Program for low income individuals & families who need civil legal services (no criminal issues). Registration is required & must be completed 24 hours in advance. Link to the library's calendar HERE.
May 15 (Fri), 11 am, "A Lark at the State Park" for all ages is an outdoor program sponsored by Coeur d'Alene Library & Idaho State Parks Department at Higgens Point, east end of Coeur d'Alene Lake Drive, CdA. Celebrate birds w/silly stories, fascinating facts, bird ballads, avian activities & a FREE book! Allow time to hike the 1/3-mile paved trail from the parking lot up to the picnic shelter.
May 16 (Sat), 10 am-1 pm, "Community Plant Swap" sponsored by CdA Library at Shared Harvest Community Garden, 1009 E. Foster Ave., CdA. Take & receive bedding plants.

"BTW...give back"

volunteer for non-profit organizations >

April 16 (Thurs), 5 pm, "CDAIDE Care Affair" at The Coeur d'Alene Resort, 115 S. 2nd St., CdA. An evening of support & a fundraiser for local hospitality workers & their families. Reserve tickets HERE.
DONATE OLD SMART PHONES to Safe Passage Violence Prevention Center >
April 18 (Sat), 8-10:30 am, "Tubbs Hill Cleanup" by Friends of Tubbs Hill & community volunteers. Meet at the 3rd St. Trailhead w/gloves. Trash bags will be provided.
APRIL SPOTLIGHT ORGANIZATION - Historic Wallace Photo Museum >
May 2 (Sat), 4 pm, "Guns & Hoses Hockey Game" at Frontier Ice Arena, 3525 W. Seltice Way, Post Falls. A fun night supporting the Red & Blue Foundation. Be there to cheer on Law Enforcement vs. Firefighters. A sell-out family-friendly event each year, so order tickets online HERE. Kids under age 7 receive FREE admission!
May 2-3 (Sat-Sun), 11 am-4 pm, "Dozer Day" at Cabela's, 101 N. Cabela Way, Post Falls. Kids operate construction equipment & experience the trades w/hands-on activities, food & nonstop family fun! Ticket proceeds give back to local charities. Read more about the sponsoring non-profit & purchase tickets HERE.
May 9 (Sat), 10 am-noon, "Clean-Up Day" at Pinegrove Cemetery, 6693 W. Hwy 53, Rathdrum. An annual event to prepare for Memorial Day and warmer weather months. Volunteers are asked to take leaf rakes & gloves. Water & snacks will be provided. Questions? Call Rathdrum Parks & Recreation at 208-687-2399.

free community events

farmers markets-craft fairs >

May 1 (Fri), 9:30 am-4 pm, "Law Day: Free Legal Services" at Coeur d'Alene Library, 702 E. Front Ave., CdA. Attorneys will help prepare wills & powers-of-attorney from 9:30-11 am in the Jameson Room; 11:15 am-4 pm in the Community Room. Also, from 11:15 am-4 pm in the Community Room, lawyers will be available to answer questions regarding legal forms such as child custody, support, property & debt issues. More info HERE.
May 2 (Sat), 8 am-noon, "Arbor Day Celebration" at Q'emiln Park (near Grand Pavilion), 12201 W. Parkway Dr., Post Falls. Experts will teach proper tree planting, pruning & how to choose the proper tree for a particular location. FREE trees will be given to the first 100 attendees! Choices are: "Heritage" Oak, "Valley Forge" Elm, Tulip Tree, & "Golden Falls" Redbud. The FREE event is sponsored by City of Post Falls.
May 2 (Sat), 10 am-1 pm, "Single Moms Celebration" at Kootenai County Fairgrounds (Jacklin Bldg), 4056 N. Gov't Way, CdA. Single moms will be blessed with gifts/prizes, car-detailing, a hairstyle bar, manicures, clothes/accessories, food & drinks - all FREE of charge - while supplies last. Kids will be entertained with bounce houses, face-painting & exciting games (no registration needed for kids). Sponsored by local churches, businesses & non-profits. Single moms - reserve your spot HERE.
May 3 (Sun), 2-4 pm, "Spring Fling" at Historic Wallace Photo Museum, 312 4th Street. Opening reception will feature new exhibits on the legacy of Hank Day, contemporary photographs from Diane Reifer & the grant project A New Lens reveal. FREE admission, complimentary appetizers, raffle & more!
May 8 (Fri), 5-8 pm, "ArtWalk" in downtown CdA. What a perfect time of year to browse 15+ galleries/shops! Watch artists at work, sample goodies. Click HERE for more info & the map. The event is held the 2nd Friday of each month.
May 9 (Sat), noon-2:30 pm, "Hayden Kite Festival" at Broadmoore Park, 2691 W. Broadmoore Dr., Hayden. FREE & fun for all! Register from noon-1:30; fly 'em from noon-2 pm w/awards at 2:15 for high flyer, best homemade, best in s how, & more. Call 208‑209‑1080 for more info from Hayden Parks & Rec.
May 9 (Sat), 10 am-1 pm, "TAILSPawlooza Healthy Pet Fair" at One Love Animal Hospital, 6038 W. Expo Parkway, Post Falls. With a Renaissance theme, all are invited to attend this family-friendly event which includes a 1k doggy fun run/walk with costumes. More info HERE or call non-profit TAILS Foundation Inc. at 208-773-8245.
May 9 (Sat), 10 am-3 pm, "Annual Depot Days Car Show" in downtown Wallace at I-90 exits 61 & 62. Held rain or shine, over 70 trophies will be awarded; live music too. FREE admission for spectators! Event is held as fundraiser for Northern Pacific Depot Museum; see registration info HERE.
May 9 (Sat), 2 pm, "Handbell Concert" by Bella Cristo at Christ the King Lutheran Church, 1700 E. Pennsylvania Ave., CdA. A FREE community handbell choir concert for Mother's Day weekend! All ages are welcome to enjoy tunes from movies, TV & Broadway musicals (Phantom of the Opera, Les Miserables, Chariots of Fire, Star Trek, Disney's Jungle Book, Pixar's Up, & more).Free will donations appreciated.
May 13 (Wed), noon-3 pm, "IDOL Job Fair" at CdA Library, 702 E. Front Avenue. Employers will be on-site to meet those interested in job opportunities, including full-time, part-time & seasonal. Also entry-level & skilled trade positions. Those interested should take resumes.
May 15-17 - "RACE THE JOE" JET BOAT RACES >
May 16 (Sat), 8 am-1 pm, "North Idaho Veterans Stand Down" at Kootenai Co. Fairgrounds, 4056 N. Gov't Way, CdA. More info HERE.
May 16 (Sat), 9 am-noon, "North Idaho Early Learning Fair" at Silver Lake Mall, 200 W. Hanley Ave., CdA. An opportunity to explore health & wellness resources, preschool & child care options, summer programs & community services. FREE family-friendly event presented by United Way & North Idaho Early Learning Collaborative.
May 16 (Sat), 10 am-2 pm, "100-Year Anniversary Celebration" at Winton Elem. School, 920 W. LaCrosse Ave., CdA. Alumni gathering from 10-11 am, followed by a FREE community celebration & carnival w/arts/crafts, games & a lively atmosphere for all.
May 25 (Mon) - MEMORIAL DAY OBSERVANCES >
May 30 (Sat), 2-3 pm, "Yankee Doodle Pet Parade" sponsored by Post Falls Chamber of Commerce with parade entries lining up at 1:30 on the north side of Post Falls City Hall, 201 E. 4th Avenue, then traveling from 5th & William to 4th & William, & back to city hall. Pets should be dressed in historical or patriotic costumes to help celebrate America's 250 years & as part of Post Falls' Early Years Historical Food Festival. Parade participation is FREE with the best dressed pet receiving a prize.

free community events

classes-workshops >

June 6 (Sat), begins at 8 am, "Rathdrum City-Wide Yard Sale". More info TBA.
June 6 (Sat), 10 am-noon, "3rd Annual Classic Car Show" at Idaho State Veterans Home, 590 S. Pleasant View Rd., Post Falls. Cars & car clubs welcome - FREE entry! Plan on arriving between 9-9:45 am. To register, contact Kady Aamot, CTRS Activity & Volunteer Coordinator at 208-415-3436 or email kady.aamot@veterans.idaho.gov. There will be live country music, BBQ, fresh donuts & a coffee truck.
June 13 (Sat), 9-11 am, "Rathdrum Youth Fishing Derby" at Rathdrum City Park, 15456 N. Latah Street. FREE event for kids ages 14 years & younger, sponsored by Rathdrum Parks & Rec, & Idaho Fish & Game. Creek will be dammed & stocked w/fish. No license required for youth; take fishing pole & live bait such as worms, & barbless hooks (if possible; otherwise they will be provided while supplies last). Register online HERE or at park. Call 208-687-2399 for more info.
June 27 (Sat), 11 am-2 pm, "Dog Days of Summerfest" at Stoddard Park, 8064 N. Ainsworth Dr., Hayden. A true canine celebration, sponsored by City of Hayden, features a K9 Demo by Kootenai County Sheriff's Office, dog-friendly vendors, kids' playground, AKC Canine Good Citizen Testing Demo, & more. FREE for all ages!
July 12 (Sun), 10 am-3 pm, "Northwest Classic Car, Bike & Hot Rod Show" at The Club at Prairie Falls, 3200 N. Spokane St., Post Falls. FREE for spectators - check out the lineup of masterpieces on the event lawn. Entry fee for cars is $25. Vehicles are asked to arrive between 9-9:45 am. Judging begins at 1 pm; ends at 3 pm w/prizes awarded. Limited to model years 1980 & older. Registration & more info HERE.
July 18 (Sat), 9 am-3 pm, "St. Maries City-Wide Swap Meet" at residents' homes throughout the city & local businesses. See flyer HERE.

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