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"I'm so glad I live in a world where there are Octobers." -
Anne Shirley in Anne of Green Gables by L.M. Montgomery |
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HarvestFest 2025
Join us in September and October for autumn activities, crafts, and food demonstrations! This year, all activities and refreshments will be geared to an adult audience. Post Falls | Friday, Sept. 26, 1:00pm - 4:00pm Rathdrum | Thursday, Oct. 2, 4:00pm - 6:00pm Pinehurst | Saturday, Oct. 4, 12:00pm - 3:00pm Hayden | Saturday, Oct. 18, 1:00pm - 4:00pm |
Readers' Theater: Edgar Allan Poe Read along with us as we explore the eerie writings of
Edgar Allan Poe. Engage in unique, dark-academia activities and enjoy some otherworldly refreshments! We'll be making Poe-Pourri sachets, tea-staining paper, and creating homemade envelopes with wax seals. Spirit Lake | Wednesday, October 8, 5:00pm - 7:00pm Athol | Tuesday, October 14, 4:00pm - 5:30pm Harrison | Wednesday, October 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm Post Falls | Tuesday, October 28, 5:00pm - 7:00pm Hayden | Thursday, October 30, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
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Buzzin' with the Bees Through the Seasons Inland Empire Beekeepers Association will visit the Hayden Library with honey, honeycomb, photographs, and more to teach us about honeybees and other native pollinators in the area. Learn about queen bees and their hives, how honey is made and harvested, the changing needs and work of each season, and the astounding way bees contribute to our ecology. Additionally, we are inviting a local plant nursery to contribute their knowledge of the ecological growth/response of flowers & plants to pollinators. Hayden | Monday, October 6, 12:15pm - 1:45pm
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Know Your Place: Old-timey Fun in CDA What did people do for fun in Coeur d'Alene in the olden days? How were special days celebrated before streaming services, portable speakers, jet skis, etc? Come, hear about hooky bobbing, dance halls, and other adventures of old-time Coeur d'Alene. Community member Dave Eubanks, a retired school teacher, retired school board member, and local historian, shares his knowledge of local history, especially the Coeur d'Alene area, with library patrons. Hayden | Thursday, October 9, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
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Puzzlepalooza and Puzzle Exchange
7 teams of 2-4 people will compete to complete 500-piece puzzles in 2 hours! Will your team win? The Winning team gets puzzle prizes. We will also host a puzzle exchange. Bring a puzzle you've already completed and take home a new puzzle to try! No missing piece puzzles, please. Spirit Lake | Saturday, October 18, 11:00am - 1:00pm |
Growing Food Indoors (without a greenhouse!)
Sue Bockelman, The Plant Pro, Horticulturist, and Professional Landscape Artist, will discuss the number of vegetables, fruits, and herbs that can be grown in containers in your home throughout the year, including in winter. Sue will teach the class about soil and maintenance and distribute a list of the best options. Athol | Wednesday, October 15, 1:30pm - 3:00pm |
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Starting a Business in Idaho SBDC (Small Business Development Center) of North Idaho will teach what it takes to be a business owner and the steps necessary to start a business. Join us at the Hayden Library to learn about start-up success, business management/finances, and more. The SBDC North Idaho will share an overview of their free services & seminars available for new business owners, prospective business owners, and business owners with a growth mindset. Hayden | Thursday, October 9, 5:30pm - 6:45pm
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Medicare 101 Workshop Turning 65 soon?
Learn all you need to know to start Medicare successfully!
Learn about: - Leaving group health insurance
- Part A and Part B options
- Medigap/Supplements
- Medicare Advantage Plans
- Prescription Drug Plans
SHIBA is a part of Idaho’s Department of Insurance and provides free, unbiased medicare information for Idahoans. During
the open enrollment period, they even offer one-on-one advice
by appointment (so you can get specific needs or questions answered) — learn more about what they do and can offer at
this program. Athol | Friday, October 17, 10:30am - 12:00pm
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Can We Walk? Morning walkers, rejoice! Going on a walk comes with lots of benefits, both mental and physical. Walking can be a good
way to get in some zone 2 cardio, giving your heart some love. And it can also elevate your mood, help you sleep, and even
boost your immunity. During October join our Athol Library Adult Programming Specialist for a 30-minute walk around Athol City Hall's baseball field next to the library. We will meet on the Athol Library
front lawn. Thursdays at 9:00 am, Fridays at 8:30 am, and
Saturdays at 9:00 am. All ages are welcome. Bring your kids and pets too! Athol | starting Thursday October 2, 9:00am - 9:30am
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Memory Caretakers
Distinctive Memory Care hosts a multi-class program for caretakers to discuss warning signs, behaviors, and healthy minds, healthy bodies. This month we'll learn the ten warning signs of alzheimer's, the importance of early detection, and resources in our community. Spirit Lake | Thursday, October 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm |
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Blackout Poetry Join us for this limited series spanning into the new year as we learn about and make our very own blackout poetry. Blackout poetry is a form of found poetry created by erasing words from an existing text and framing the result on the same page as a poem. But it’s easier than you think! By candlelight, we'll riffle through old books, magazines, and other found artifacts to find just the right starting place for a poem. And for those interested participants, we'll be assembling a blackout poetry exhibition — culminating in April for National Poetry Month! Pizza will be provided! Post Falls | Wednesday, October 22, 5:00pm - 6:30pm |
Fall Paint & Sip, "Waterfall in Fall" with Michelle the Painter Looking for an easy autumn painting idea? If you're interested in exploring your artistic side or looking for a new hobby, join us for a Fall Paint and Sip class and enjoy a cup of java or hot chocolate and a few spring treats while creating your masterpiece! This is an ART VIDEO class instructed by Michelle the Painter. Let Michelle, an acrylic art instructor, teach you easy step-by-step instructions throughout this fun beginner art video as you learn how to paint an autumn waterfall landscape surrounded by fall foliage—a beautiful scenery painting “WATERFALL IN FALL” with acrylic paint. All materials will be provided. Registration is required! Athol | October 4, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
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Junk Drawer Pumpkins We're clearing out the Athol Library's junk drawer just in time for National Pumpkin Day! This project is perfect for rustic Halloween decor. We'll have everything you need to make your recycled pumpkin. Each pumpkin has its own unique personality, and you can give
each one its own name. It's like “Mr. Potato Head" in the
pumpkin world. All materials will be provided. Adults 18+. Please, no children. Registration Required. Athol | Friday, October 24,12:00pm - 1:30pm
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Mindful Doodling No artistic skills? No problem! This Mindful Doodling hour features lightly led instruction to create beautiful and individual pieces using step-by-step, repetitive patterns. Relax and create with us at the
Hayden Library. Hayden | Thursday, October 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
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Athol Bayview Book Club 3rd Wednesdays, 4:00PM Needle Art Club 3rd Saturdays, 12:30-2:00PM
Pinehurst Tuesday Perks Tuesdays, 11:00AM Spirit Lake Spirit Lake Chess Club (all ages) 1st Tuesdays, 3:00PM Dungeons & Dragons 5E 1st Saturdays, 1:00PM Cookbook Club 3rd Saturdays, 11:00PM-1:00PM |
Hayden Breakfast Book Club 2nd Saturdays, 10:00AM Fellowship of the Reads 4th Fridays, 2:00PM Coffee Fridays Friday Mornings Tech Help 2nd & 4th Wednesdays, 2:00PM - 4:00PM (drop-in) 1st Fridays, 2:00PM - 4:00PM (drop-in) Post Falls Get Started with 3D Printing (New!) 3rd Thursdays, 2:30-4pm Shorts! a Book Club First Wednesdays, 5:30PM LitLovers' Book Club
4th Mondays, 2:00PM Coffee Fridays Friday Mornings |
Rathdrum Fit and Fall Proof Tuesdays & Thursdays, 1:00PM Rathdrum Book Club 1st Tuesdays, 3:00PM Knit Along Fridays, 1:00PM Painting (registration required - see front desk) 3rd Tuesdays, 3:30PM Harrison The Inklings (Writers Club) Wednesdays, 2:00PM Classic Book Club 2nd Wednesdays, 11:30AM Fiction Book Club Last Wednesdays, 11:30AM Knit & Nosh Wednesdays, 1:00PM Cookbook Club (New!) 3rd Tuesdays, 3:00PM |
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Local Author Celebration
Join on November 22nd from 12:00-4:00pm to celebrate our
local authors. Attend panel discussions, listen to an author read an excerpt
from their own work, and maybe find your next read...or
perhaps a gift for the upcoming season? We'll have more than 20 authors gathered at the Hayden
Library to meet, greet, and purchase straight from the
authors themselves. Stay tuned for more details... |
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