Community Calendar

Diverse regional artists fill our garden with their creations. Pottery, jewelry, visual arts, fiber and fabric arts, wood bowls, and more.

Live music by Ben Kardos. Refreshments available.

Gems & Jeans Fundraiser for Specialized Needs Recreation
September 25, 2025 | 5–9 PM
Best Western Plus Coeur d'Alene Inn | 506 W. Appleway Ave., Coeur d'Alene, ID

Dust off your denim and add a little sparkle for Gems & Jeans! Join Specialized Needs Recreation (SNR) for an unforgettable evening filled with food, fun, live and silent auctions, raffles, and heartfelt celebration. This annual fundraiser supports inclusive recreational programs for youth and adults with disabilities, across North Idaho. Every dollar helps provide camps, social activities, and a place of belonging for participants who shine brightly in our community. Come ready to bid, dine, and make a difference!

The mission of the Philanthropic Educational Organization (P. E. O.) is to motivate, educate, and celebrate women. Specifically P. E. O. aims to advance women through educational opportunities. This is achieved through various Philanthropies and a strong sisterhood that supports women in achieving their educational goals.
We will have 10+ booths offering a wide variety of handcrafted items, hostess and Christmas Gifts, holiday decor and some food items.

Contact for event details: Anna Miller,
anna@partneringforprogress.org, 509-720-8408

Contact for interviews: Rachel Strawther
rachellstrawther81@gmail.com, 509-999-7320

INTO AFRICA AUCTION, October 2 - Make a world of difference a world away by attending Partnering for Progress annual dinner and auction to raise funds for our work in Kenya. African singers will entertain and Feast World Kitchen will serve an authentic Kenyan buffet. Unique experiences will be live-auctioned and the ever-popular Dessert Dash will round out an educational, fun evening. Location: Gonzaga University Hemmingson Center, 702 E Desmet Ave, Spokane. Date/Time: October 2, 5:30pm - 8:00pm. Tickets are $50 and can be purchased at www.partneringforprogress.org. P4P is a Spokane based organization that works in Kenya to break the cycle of poverty and create lasting change. www.partneringforprogress.org

Join us on World Mental Health Day, Friday, October 10th, from 11:00 AM to 4:30 PM for the Hands Across Spokane Resource Fair at the North Central Community Mental Health & Development Center, 2001 N Division Street in Spokane.

The Resource Fair is part of the citywide Hands Across Spokane campaign, a movement dedicated to making mental health visible and building community connection. Throughout September and into October, we are inviting Spokane to share photos of joined hands with the hashtag #HandsAcrossSpokane to show that support is real and no one struggles alone. The fair brings that message to life by creating direct connections to resources, care, and community.

This free admission, family-friendly event will feature:
-Dozens of local providers offering information and support in mental health, recovery, housing, employment, and family services
-Food trucks, music, and activities for all ages
-A community-wide joined-hands photo and a moment of silence to honor those impacted by mental health challenges, recovery, and loss

The Hands Across Spokane Resource Fair is open to everyone and meant to be welcoming, inclusive, and stigma-free. Whether you are looking for resources, supporting a loved one, or simply want to stand in solidarity, this event is an opportunity to learn, connect, and take part in a community-wide commitment to mental health.

Friendly, accessible community dancing in the New England tradition, held every second Friday (except August). Live music, lively caller, all dances taught and called. No experience or partner needed; new dancers welcome and encouraged to arrive early for introductory session at 7. Please bring clean, smooth shoes, a water bottle, and your smile. $5 donation, $20 families.

Get ready to dash back to the 80’s — for a cause!
Socktoberdash is one of the biggest and most impactful fundraising events for Teen & Kid Closet, a Spokane-based 501(c)(3) dedicated to providing free clothing to children and teens across Eastern Washington and Northern Idaho.

This year, we’re turning back the clock with a totally rad 80’s theme! So tease up that hair, throw on your brightest neon, pull up those leg warmers — and don’t forget your craziest socks!

Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a casual walker, Socktoberdash is your chance to hit the scenic Centennial Trail and Spokane River for a day of fun, fitness, and community spirit — all while helping kids in need.

Bring new socks and underwear to donate — or rock your wildest pairs on the trail — because every mile, every outfit, and every donation helps homeless, foster, and underserved children stay warm, confident, and cared for.

Lace up your sneakers, grab your 80’s crew, and sign up today! Let’s dash together and make this the most tubular Socktoberdash yet!

The Inland Northwest’s premier food event is back! We’re excited to announce the Fifth Annual CDAIDE Chef Challenge, taking place on October 23, 2025 at the stunning Hagadone Event Center!

This unforgettable evening features:
A live cooking showdown between six of the region’s top chefs
Appetizer tastings where guests vote for their favorites
A delicious buffet dinner and drinks
A vibrant atmosphere, all in support of a vital local cause
Each year, this event sells out and continues to grow in popularity, drawing an enthusiastic crowd of community members, food lovers, and business leaders.

Proceeds benefit CDAIDE, a Coeur d’Alene nonprofit that supports hospitality and restaurant workers facing financial crisis. These individuals are the backbone of our tourism economy, yet many live paycheck to paycheck. CDAIDE ensures they receive urgent assistance—housing, medical care, transportation—as well as support for long-term stability and well-being.

Come enjoy an upscale evening of dining, live dance performance, and raffles in support of Vytal Movement Dance and our mission to foster creative exploration, dance education, and performance opportunities for local artists!

July 1st-July 31st: $75-$390
August 1st-August 31st: $85-$450
September 1st-November 1st: $100-$540

Friendly, accessible community dancing in the New England tradition, held every second Friday (except August). Live music, lively caller, all dances taught and called. No experience or partner needed; new dancers welcome and encouraged to arrive early for introductory session at 7. Please bring clean, smooth shoes, a water bottle, and your smile. $5 donation, $20 families.