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Happy New Year! The new year brings a renewed energy to learn a new hobby, finish that project you started last year, clean out the closet, or maybe find a cozy spot to rest and unwind. The Community Library Network has programs and resources to help you dive into a vast array of activities, including curling up under a blanket and enjoying a great winter read. Please make note we will be closed Monday, January 1, for New Year's Day, and Monday, January 19, for Martin Luther King Jr. Day. A complete calendar of events, including upcoming closures, can be found on the Programs & Events tab on our website. We invite you to discover programs and resources to support you and your family navigate personal and interpersonal skills during Social Literacy month.
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Binglow It’s happening again! Join us for this special event! Celebrate with Bingo, food, music, and prizes under the neon glow of black lights! For all ages. Friday, January 2, 5:00-7:30pm, Hayden |
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2nd Harvest Food Distribution
We’re here to help you and your family with free food. Visit our Mobile Market drive-thru for fresh and nonperishable items. No appointment or paperwork needed – just come by if you need a hand.
In addition to receiving food, the first 250 cars will receive a $50 gift card to Safeway, provided by a generous anonymous donor. Tuesday, January 27, 11:00am-1:00pm, Hayden |
Chess Tournament Our members will compete to win a prize at the 2026 Spirit Lake Chess Tournament. This is an in-house tournament for current members only
at the Spirit Lake Community Center (32564 4th Ave, Spirit Lake) Registration required. Tuesday, January 27, 3:00-6:00pm, Spirit Lake |
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International Lego Day Building PartyGrab bricks, design a masterpiece, and display your creation right here in the library for everyone to admire. All building enthusiasts welcome! Wednesday, January 28, 3:00pm, Post Falls |
Bilingual Storytime Whether you speak English, Spanish, or both languages, this storytime is for you! Explore the world of language and build literacy skills through stories, songs, and activities. This program is offered through a grant from the Idaho Commission for Libraries. For ages 3-6. Tuesday, January 13, 10:30am, Hayden |
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Book Babies Books, bounces, music and play time for babies and their participating caregivers. This is an early learning program that gives your baby the opportunity to hear lots of language while you get to know other young families. For ages birth-2. Mondays, 10:30am, Hayden Thursdays, 10:30am, Pinehurst Tuesdays, 10:30am, Post Falls |
Play and Learn Free play and socialization time for children and their caregivers. Arrival and departure times are flexible. This is an early learning program designed to provide children an opportunity to explore and engage with science, technology, engineering, art, and math materials in a free play setting and help prepare them for kindergarten. For ages 2-5. Thursday, January 8, 10:00am, Athol Tuesdays, 10:00am-noon, Hayden |
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Preschool StorytimePreschool Storytime opens up the world of language, culture, music and play to young children and their favorite adults. Enjoy songs, movement activities, rhymes, books and early STEAM play with other children. For ages 3-5. Tuesdays, 10:00am, Athol Tuesdays, 11:00am, Harrison Wednesdays & Thursdays, 10:30am, Hayden Wednesdays, 10:30am, Pinehurst Mondays & Fridays, 10:30am, Post Falls Thursdays, 10:30am, Rathdrum Tuesdays, 10:30am, Spirit Lake |
Sensory StorytimeStories, music, movement, and play in a neurodiversity-affirming setting for children of any age and their caregivers. This event is intended to support children and families who may have challenges accessing other library services and storytime programs. Program is geared for ages 3-6, but children of all ages are welcome. Tuesday, January 6, 10:30am, Hayden |
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Toddler Tales Join us for a lively morning of stories, songs, and bubbles! Stay afterwards for a special playtime for the littles and the opportunity for parents to chat and connect. For ages 2-3. Tuesdays, 10:30am, Rathdrum Thursday, November 6, 10:30am, Spirit Lake |
Totally Untidy TotsSquish and mush your way to a messy sensory playtime with edible goo and rainbow spaghetti. Come dressed for a mess. For ages 2-4. Thursday, January 29, 10:30am, Post Falls |
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Afterschool Adventures Join us for something cool to do after school! Attend our after-school programs and be entertained and amazed while building with glow sticks, creating with toilet paper, solving math mysteries, animating images, creating comics, mixing music and much more. For ages 5-10. Tuesdays, 3:30pm, Athol Fridays, 2:30pm, Hayden Friday, January 16, 11:00am, Pinehurst Thursdays, 4:00pm, Post Falls Wednesday, January 7, 3:30pm, Rathdrum Wednesdays, 3:30pm, Spirit Lake |
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Wild Readers: Classic Mysteries
Explore the Hardy Boys and Nancy Drew at our January Wild Readers program. For ages 8-12. Wednesday, January 14, 4:00pm, Hayden Friday, January 23, 11:00am, Pinehurst Wednesday, January 21, 4:00pm, Post Falls |
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Homeschool Libratory This program provides hands-on and exploratory drop-in experiences to facilitate learning about science, technology, and art. This month our focus is on astronomy, motion, resistance art, and Lego. For ages 5-10. Thursday, January 15, 11:00am, Athol Friday, January 9, 11:00am, Pinehurst Thursday, January 8 & 22, 11:00am, Post Falls Fridays, 11:00am, Rathdrum Thursday, January 8, 11:00am, Spirit Lake Family Libratory
Explore 2D & 3D printing Saturday, January 17, 10:00am, Harrison Winter BINGO Saturday, January 17, 11:00am, Rathdrum |
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Meet the ArtistEach month, explore the world of a different artist! Participants are encouraged to pull inspiration from what they've learned to help create their own unique work of art. The focus of each project will be on learning new styles (not on results). Open to homeschool children of any age with supervision. Thursday, January 15, 1:00pm, Athol |
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Wild Readers: Classic MysteriesExplore the Hardy Boys and Nancy Drew at our January Wild Readers program. For ages 8-12. Wednesday, January 21, 12:00pm, Post Falls |
Chess Club Practice your chess skills and learn new techniques while competing with other members of your community. All skill levels and ages are welcome. Tuesday, January 6, 3:00pm, Spirit Lake |
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Settler SaturdaysBring a friend and join us weekly for Settler Saturdays. This multiplayer board game let's you gather resources to build roads, settlements, and cities, while trading with others and strategically expanding to be the first to reach 10 victory points. Saturdays, 12:00-3:00pm, Harrison |
Tween & Teen Hangout: Tie Dye Let your creative side shine at our tie dye program. Bring your own white garment or use the socks provided. Enjoy snacks while you create your tie dye masterpiece. For ages 8-12.
Friday, January 30, 11:00am, Pinehurst
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Vision BoardsThis program is an opportunity for teens to hang out with friends while trying new things and exploring seasonally appropriate games, crafts, and activities. This month we will be making 2026 vision boards and preparing for an amazing year! For ages 8-17. Wednesday, January 21, 4:00pm, Rathdrum Tuesday, January 20, 3:00pm, Spirit Lake |
Teen Art StudioAre you a budding young artist in need of a place to create? Join us for a monthly open art studio where you can choose from our available supplies and create your own unique artwork while making new friends. For ages 13-17. Saturday, January 3, 11:00am, Harrison |
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Dungeons & Dragons Dive into a captivating realm of imagination and strategy by joining us for adventures in interactive storytelling via the classic Dungeons & Dragons Game. For ages 11-17. Friday, January 9, 2:00pm, Hayden Saturday, January 17, 10:00am, Post Falls |
Paint 'n Sip Cozy up with a hot cocoa while you learn new painting skills
and techniques. All skill levels welcome! Geared to ages 12 – 17 |
Paint your next masterpiece under glowing lights. Wednesday, January 28, 4:00pm, Athol |
Follow along with a step-by-step painting tutorial and create your own unique version of Tracie Kiernan's "Warm Wishes" snowman portrait. Friday, January 30, 2:30pm, Hayden Friday, January 23, 3:00pm, Post Falls |
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Teen Hangout: Vision Boards This program is an opportunity for teens to hang out with friends while trying new things and exploring seasonally appropriate games, crafts, and activities. This month we will be making 2026 vision boards and preparing for an amazing year! For ages 13-17. Friday, January 16, 3:00pm, Hayden Friday, January 23, 12:30pm, Post Falls |
You Rock Valentine!Join us for a Valentine's Day Adult & Teen Rock Painting class! Painting rocks for Valentine’s Day is a fun way to spread a little love and kindness. Turn rocks into mini love notes! They make great gifts and are guaranteed to bring a smile to your favorite people. All materials will be provided. For adults and teens, ages 11 and older. Seating is limited. Saturday, February 7, 11:00am, Athol |
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Community Library Network
Youth Programming821 N. Spokane Street,
Post Falls, Idaho 83854
208-772-5612 x 121CommunityLibrary.Net
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