Coeur d'Alene Special Events Calendar!
Things to Do in North Idaho for All Ages!
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to Coeur d'Alene Insider's guide to free events!
free community events
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Oct 17 (Sat), 10 am-noon, "Winter Driving Class" at Idaho State Police Dist. 1 Office, 615 W. Wilbur Ave., CdA. Taught by ISP Troopers & ITD Operators, the course is FREE & covers proper vehicle preparation, equipment, road conditions, crashes, & snowplow safety. For drivers of all ages & skill levels; however, teen drivers & those new to winter driving are especially encouraged to attend. Classes fill up quickly. Also: Nov 4, 7, 14, 21; & Dec 5, 12 & 19. HERE is the registration link.
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Oct 18 (Sun), 2-5 pm, "Silver Valley Fire Rescue Open House" at the Osburn fire station, 58738 Silver Valley Road. Complimentary hot dogs/snacks; also games for kids. For "Fire Prevention Month", learn safety for home, school & in our community, & meet the firefighters.
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Oct 21 (Wed), 10 am-1 pm, "IDOL Hiring Event" at Idaho Dept. of Labor, 600 N. Thornton St., Post Falls. Take a resume & meet possible employers. Idaho Div. of Veterans Services, NIC Workforce Training, CdA Schools, Huntwood Custom Cabinets & Cornerstone Senior Living will be on-site.
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Oct 22 (Thurs), 10 am-3 pm, "Community Day: Water Potato Day" hosted by Coeur d'Alene Tribe at Hawley's Landing, Heyburn State Park, 57 Chatcolet Lower Rd., Plummer. Be there to celebrate the final harvest of the season & honor schitsu'umsh traditions. There will be hands-on learning about foods, native plants, wildlife, environmental health, storytelling, harvesting practices, & canoes, as well as lunch served at noon. All are welcome! More info - 208-582-8967 (Natalie).
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Oct 22 (Thurs), 5:30-7 pm, "Community Game Night" at Kroc Center, 1765 W. Golf Course Rd., CdA. Water games w/slip-n-slide, water balloon tosses, snacks/treats, & board games - open to all (non-members too), & FREE! Open to all ages. Game night is hosted every 4th Thursday, featuring different themes each month.
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Oct 24 (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); raffle benefits Jesus in Jail ministry. Meets once a month Nov thru March. Must arrive quietly & leave quietly in respect for neighbors.
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Oct 26 (Mon), approx. noon, "Idaho's Liberty Bell" will stop at Post Falls City Hall, 408 N. Spokane Street, as it makes its way through the state following its restoration, before returning to its permanent home at the Idaho State Capitol in Boise. Also: Oct 28, 12:25-12:55 pm viewing, Pinehurst Elem. School (behind school), 201 S. 3rd Street.
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Oct 26 (Mon), 5 pm, "Full Moon Bike Ride" meets at Vantage Point Brewery, 208 E. Coeur d'Alene Lake Dr., CdA, for social time & refreshments before leaving on the group ride at dusk. It's FREE to ride & open to all!
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Oct 27 (Tues), 7:30 pm, "Fall Jazz Concert" presented by North Idaho College Jazz Ensemble at NIC Boswell Hall/Schuler Performing Arts Center, 880 W. Garden Ave., CdA. Directed by Michael Harrison, the concert is open to the public & FREE!
Food distributions & meals
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Oct 20 (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.
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Oct 21 (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.
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COMPLIMENTARY WEEKLY CHURCH MEALS in Post Falls, CdA, Hayden, St. Maries & Osburn >
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Oct 21 (Wed), 11 am-1 pm, "2nd Harvest Mobile Market" at Our Savior Lutheran Church, 15 S. Division St., Pinehurst. Up to 250 families facing hunger will receive fresh & non-perishable food items at this drive-thru event. Also: Oct 29 at Cormana Bldg., 1101 W. Idaho St., St. Maries; Nov 3 at St. Vincent de Paul Help Center, 201 E. Harrison Ave., CdA; & Nov 5 at Sysco, 300 N. Baugh Way, Post Falls.
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Oct 22 (Thurs), 1-3 pm, "Lunch/Snacks Distribution" provided by non-profit, Outreach Eats at Rathdrum Skate Park, located across from Mountain View School, 7802 Main Street.
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Oct 23 (Fri), 5-7 pm, "Burger Night" at Wallace Elks Lodge #331, 419 Cedar Street. Delicious burgers are complimentary for veterans every Friday night.
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Oct 24 (Sat), 5 pm, "Oktoberfest: The Longest Table" at Elks Lodge, 628 Main Ave., St. Maries. FREE community event - all are welcome! Food, fun, famliy-friendly activities centered around kindness & connection w/others. Doors open at 4 pm.
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Nov 4 (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.
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THANKSGIVING COMMUNITY MEALS >
wellness & safety
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SUICIDE HOTLINE - CALL OR TEXT 988
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SAFE PASSAGE HOTLINE FOR DOMESTIC ABUSE - 208-664-9303 24/7
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Oct 17 (Sat), 8 am-noon, "While They Hunt, We Glow" at Benewah Community Hospital, 229 S. 7th St., St. Maries. A women's morning of health, beauty, & fun - includes wellness & self-care, health screenings, skin checks, blood pressure checks, vendors, & giveaways. Admission is FREE!
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Oct 20 (Tues), 2-5 pm, "Community Car Seat Safety Check" at SVDP Osburn Thrift Store, 415 E. Mullan Avenue. Safe Start's mobile safety lab will be on-site to check child seats, answer questions about safe travel & sleep, give away diapers, & provide safe car seats, booster seats, & cribs for those in need. Secure a spot by texting CHECK to 844-619-2048 or see website HERE. Walk-ins are welcome too!
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Oct 23 (Fri), 4-6 pm, "Stop the Bleed First Aid Class" at CdA Library, sponsored by Panhandle Health District & Medical Reserve Corps. Learn life-saving techniques of pressure, packing & applying a tourniquet to a wound. Youth are welcome w/adult supervision. Training is FREE & a certificate will be given upon completion. Reserve a spot HERE.
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Oct 26 (Mon), "Free Developmental Screening" for children ages birth-5 in Coeur d'Alene Public Schools provides parents with info on speech & language, fine & gross motor skills, social emotional development, self-help skills, academic concepts, vision & hearing. Results may indicate a need for special education services. Screening takes place at CDA Early Learning Center, 632 E. Borah Ave., CdA, by app't only. Call 208-620-2031 to schedule. Also: Jan 11 & April 12. Sponsored by CdA Schools, NIC Head Start, Mountain States Early Head Start, & ID Infant Toddler Program.
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Oct 29 (Thurs), 5-8 pm, "Pamper Me Pink" at Rumour Boutique, 5648 N. Gov't Way, Hayden. First 200 registered guests receive a goodie bag from Kootenai Health's tent. Receive discounts, sips/treats, & special gifts, as well as education on self-care & breast health. Mammogram scheduling available. Reserve a spot HERE.
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MEDICARE CLASSES >
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Nov 5 (Thurs), 10 am-2 pm, "Golden Years: Senior Resource Fair" at Hampton Inn, 1500 N. Riverstone Dr., CdA. Educational workshops every hour, swag, vendor bingo/prizes, & experts on-site for health & wellness resources in North Idaho. FREE admission!
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Nov 6 (Fri), 8 am-2 pm, "Free Dental Care" at Generations Dental, 1223 N. Gov't Way, CdA. As part of "Opertion Veteran Smiles", Dr. Justin Rader & his staff will offer FREE dental services to homeless & in-need U.S. Veterans. Call 208-664-9225 for app't. Walk-ins welcome too. Must take proof of status w/DD214 or valid military ID card.
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Nov 6 (Fri), 8 am-3 pm, "North Idaho Caregiver Conference" at Real Life Ministries - Post Falls Campus, 1866 Cecil Road. FREE event offers practical tools, resources & fellowship w/others. Sponsored by the Alzheimer's Association. Register by calling 208-666-2996 or email mllarson@alz.org.
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Nov 7 (Sat), 10 am-1 pm, "Ready, Set, Baby!" presented by Safe Start & Heritage Health at Center for Healthy Living, 3700 W. Seltice Way, CdA. FREE, informative gathering exclusively for expecting families in the third trimester of pregnancy who reside in Kootenai, Shoshone, Bonner, Boundary or Benewah counties. Each expecting parent may take one adult guest (adults only). Gain confidence, be prepared & connect to valuable community resources before baby arrives. Classes include: "Safe Sleep 101" & "Car Seat 101". Registration is required; limited to 12 families w/lunch provided. See link HERE.
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Nov 13 (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.
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Nov 19 (Thurs), 5-7 pm, "Grief in the Holidays Workshop" at Hospice of North Idaho Community Bldg., 2290 W. Prairie Ave., CdA. Designed for those who have experienced loss of loved ones, attendees will gain plans for managing their grief during the difficult holiday time. Workshop is FREE; however, registration is required. Email griefsupport@honi.org or call 208-772-7994.
library HIGHLIGHTs
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Oct 17 (Sat), 11 am, "Saturday With the Symphony" at CdA Library. A FREE children's program presented by members of the CdA Symphony Orchestra - all ages are welcome! Participants will experience the making of music & a correlating storybook reading. Held every 3rd Saturday.
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Oct 17 (Sat), 1-4 pm, "Ham Radio" at Hayden Library. Learn about amateur radio which provides communication options for hobbyists & a lifeline in emergency situations. Kootenai Amateur Radio Society will discuss equipment, free classes & licensing, as well as a hands-on demonstration.
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Oct 21 (Wed), noon-2 pm, "October Soups" served at Harrison Library to warm our tummies, FREE of charge! Wrap your hands around a mug, & cozy up in an armchair w/a great book. Blankets are even available upon request. Also: Oct 28, ministrone.
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Oct 22 (Thurs), 9-11 am, "Paint with Friends" at CdA Library. Take a current project to work on with others. Get ideas; help others. Gather in the Nelson Room on the 4th Thursday of each month. All are welcome!
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Oct 23 (Fri), 10 am, "Autumn Family Storyfest & Pumpkin Giveaway" at CdA Library. Celebrate harvest season outside with stories, songs, hot cider & then choosing a pumpkin to decorate. Pumpkin cookies, crafts & games too!
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Oct 24 (Sat), 1-3 pm, "Harvest Fest" at Rathdrum Library for all ages. Gather for fun times creating eucalyptus swags/wreaths, eggnog & mulled cider.
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Oct 26 (Mon), 1-2 pm, "Music of Four Centuries" at Post Falls Library to hear American classical guitarist Peter Fletcher perform enchanting songs, including Bach's "Lute Suite No.3 in G Minor" & a traditional Shaker hymn, "Simple Gifts". Making his formal debut at age 15, he studied at Eastman School of Music & played Carnegie Hall in 2007.
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Oct 28 (Wed), 4-6 pm, "Movie Night "Hunger Games - Sunrise on the Reaping" at Athol Library. Activities & snacks for ages 13-17.
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Nov 1 (Sun), 2-4 pm, "Sunday Matinee Contra Dance" at CdA Library. Sponsored by Spokane Folklore Society, contra dancing is a traditional folk dance from New England. Participation encouraged. Also: Dec 6.
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Nov 4 (Wed), 4-6 pm, "Realtor in the Library" at CdA Library for those curious about the local real estate market. Buying or selling, or just need info on downsizing or upsizing strategies, or remodeling ideas to maximize return on investment? Held every 1st Wednesday.
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Nov 5 (Thurs), 1-3 pm, "Genealogy Research" at Hayden Library. Kootenai Co. Genealogical Society meets every first Thursday w/new speakers each month. Topics relate to researching family history. Open to the public.
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Nov 5 (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.
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Nov 9 (Mon), 2-4 pm, "Chess Competition" for all ages at Hayden Library. A friendly competition w/a ladder-tournament format so all skill levels can challenge each other. Also Dec 14. Spirit Lake Chess Club plays on Tuesdays monthly at Spirit Lake Community Center, 32564 4th Avenue. Dates are: Nov 3 & Dec 1.
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Nov 14 (Sat), 10-11:30 am, "Paws to Read" at CdA Library. A chance for young readers to share stories with therapy dogs. What a fun idea, & "kisses" are FREE!
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Nov 14 (Sat), 10 am-4 pm, "CLN 50th Anniversary Celebration" at Hayden Library. Enjoy refreshments, live music, complete a bingo card, eat cake, & learn about Community Library Network's history.
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Nov 24 (Tues), 2 pm, "Kids' Movie" at CdA Library (Community Room). Disney Pixar's 2026 film, "Toy Story 5" (PG) will be shown on the big screen w/popcorn available.
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Nov 29 (Sun), 1 pm, "Holiday Concert with CdA Brass" for all ages at CdA Library. Hear the local quintet serenade attendees w/beloved holiday classics, lively tunes, & heart-warming singalongs.
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Dec 1-19, 10 am-7 pm, "Jolabokaflod" at Hayden Library. Stop in to receive FREE books & chocolate - small gifts in the Iceland tradition of celebrating a cozy Christmas season.
"BTW...give back"
volunteer for non-profit organizations >
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DONATE OLD SMART PHONES to Safe Passage Violence Prevention Center >
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OCTOBER SPOTLIGHT ORGANIZATION - Gizmo-CDA >
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Oct 17 (Sat), 10 am-1 pm, "Faith & Blue Community Donation Drive" hosted by Kootenai Co. Sheriff's Office at Ramsey Road Bible Church, 2610 N. Ramsey Rd., CdA. Collecting essential items for Safe Passage, a local women's shelter, such as toiletries, personal care products, household items & clothing. Please consider donating during this nationwide initiative weekend. Connect with Chaplains, meet Rocket & Lucy, & enjoy pizza!
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VOLUNTEER FOR HOSPICE OF NORTH IDAHO > Opportunities include: patient & family support, veteran-to-veteran support, office/administrative help, events/fundraising, & special talents (music, art, gardening, crafts, spiritual care & pet therapy).
free community events
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VETERANS' DAY CEREMONIES >
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Nov 13 (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. ArtWalk is held the 2nd Friday of each month.
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Nov 14 (Sat), 11 am-2 pm, "Wreath-Making Class" at Lake City Center, 1916 N. Lakewood Dr., CdA. Hosted by Kerry Green from Keller Williams Realty. FREE & open to the public!
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Dec 4 (Fri), 4-8 pm, "Post Falls Winterfest" at Post Falls City Hall Plaza, 408 N. Spokane Street. FREE admission for this popular annual event features holiday tree lighting/caroling, photo ops, outdoor fire pits, kids' activities, Santa in his workshop, & Mrs. Claus in her kitchen. Market vendors & Christmas tree lot.
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