Explore a curated collection of upcoming events, programs, and community resources for ALICE households across North Idaho. Compiled by members of our ALICE Task Force and updated weekly, this calendar is organized by county to help families find support close to home.
Longest Table Community Potluck - Coeur d'Alene
WHEN: Wednesday, September 9
TIME: 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
WHERE: Coeur d'Alene City Park
415 W Fort Grounds Drive, Coeur d'Alene ID
Join United Way of North Idaho for a Longest Table community meal to meet neighbors, share food, reflect on America at 250, and strengthen the bonds that make Coeur d'Alene a special place to live. This is a free event and open to everyone.
RSVP: The Longest Table Community Potluck - RSVP – Fill out form
Point of contact: Hailey Hill hailey@uwnorthidaho.org
Back to School Community Night
WHEN: Thursday, September 10
TIME: 5:30 - 7:30 pm
WHERE: St. Luke's Episcopal Parish Hall
501 E Wallace Ave., Coeur d'Alene ID
This event is designed for community members of all ages! Join us for games, crafts, a community art project, and FREE dinner.
2nd Annual 208 Recovery Celebration
WHEN: Saturday, September 12
TIME: 12 - 4 pm
WHERE: Coeur d'Alene City Park
415 W Fort Grounds Drive, Coeur d'Alene ID
This family-friendly event is open to everyone, individuals in recovery, family members, friends, allies, service providers, and anyone who believes that recovery is possible.
Enjoy live music, inspiring speakers, recovery resources, local vendors, activities for all ages, food, games, and opportunities to connect with others in a welcoming, stigma-free environment.
Longest Table Community Potluck - Spirit Lake
WHEN: Tuesday, September 15
TIME: 5 - 6:30 p.m.
WHERE: Spirit Lake City Park
3430 Park Avenue, Spirit Lake ID
An event for meeting neighbors & new friends - all are welcome! Main dish provided; take a side dish or dessert to share.
Point of contact: 208-660-7427
Future of Medicaid in Idaho
WHEN: Thursday, September 17
TIME: 5:30 PM
WHERE: The Village Bakery
190 W Hayden Avenue, Hayden ID
Parents, family members, and caregivers of individuals with special needs: join us at the Village Bakery to learn about the changes to the Medicaid program and how it will change how you obtain Medicaid services in the future.
Come share your experience with Medicaid - what’s been working and what has not. Have your voice heard and help shape the future of Medicaid managed care in Idaho.
Coffee, pastries, and sandwiches will be provided
Please RSVP to tjohnson36@amerihealthcaritas.com
Veteran Resource Symposium 2026
WHEN: Thursday, October 15
TIME: 8:30 AM
WHERE: Hospice of North Idaho - Community Building
2290 W Prairie Avenue
Coeur d'Alene, ID 83815
FREE event - donations to HONI appreciated
This event will feature expert speakers covering important topics such as end-of-life care, grief support, Medicare and VA benefits, Veteran elder law and how to prepare essential documents.
Breakfast and refreshments served
READY! for Kindergarten Parent Workshop Series
WHEN:
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Part One: Language and Literacy - October 14
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Part Two: Math and Reasoning - January 13, 2027
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Part Three: Social and Emotional - March 10, 2027
TIME: 5 p.m.
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Each session is 90 minutes long; however, if a meal is included, please plan on attending for two hours.
WHERE: Mullan Trail Elementary
300 W Cherry Avenue, Post Falls ID 83854
Learn how to 'Play with a Purpose' in the years before school to prepare your child for success! These FREE workshops show you how - receive FREE educational tools at every workshop to make learning at home fun, easy and effective.
** Meal and childcare provided.
Age Groups: 2-3 | 3-4 | 4-5
Register TODAY: www.idahoaeyc.org/ready
Kids Health Fair Safari
WHEN: Saturday, September 19
TIME: 10 am - 1 pm
WHERE: SMC Health and Wellness Center Outdoor Fitness Park
858 Commerce Drive, Smelterville ID 83868
Connecting with Silver Valley kids and their families to help empower them to learn and live a healthy lifestyle.
Outdoor activities, family resources, education, snacks, prizes, food, games
+ FREE children's coat giveaway! (new and gently used)
Please note, child must be present to receive a coat. Limit one coat per child.
Idaho on Screen at the Priest River Library
118 Main Street, Priest River, ID 83856
Sacajawea of the Salmon River Valley (2026)
WHEN: Wednesday, September 16
TIME: 5:30 pm
Film will be screened before Randy'L Teton's program at the library.
Train Dreams (2025)
WHEN: Wednesday, September 23
TIME: 5:30 pm (Doors open at 5 pm)
Presented in partnership with Pend Oreille County Library.
Stay afterward for a panel discussion about the film and its Northwest connections.
READY! For Kindergarten Workshop Series
Learn how to 'Play with a Purpose' in the years before school to prepare your child for success! These FREE workshops show you how - receive FREE educational tools at every workshop to make learning at home fun, easy and effective.
Cocollala (For parents of children ages 3-5) location information:
Southside Elementary School
307 Southside School Rd, Cocolalla, ID 83813
Sandpoint (For parents of children 0-5) location information:
Farmin Stidwell Elementary School
1626 Spruce Street, Sandpoint, ID 83864
Fall Workshop - Language and Literature
Cocollala: September 26
Sandpoint: November 7
Winter Workshop - Math and Reasoning
Cocolalla: January 23, 2027
Sandpoint: January 30, 2027
Spring Workshop - Social & Emotional Development
Sandpoint: March 27, 2027
Cocolalla: April 17, 2027
*** Orientation for New Attendees @ 9:30 a.m.
*** Parent Workshops @ 10 - 11:30 a.m.
REGISTER ONLINE: Register for READY! - PAFE
Point of Contact: Panhandle Alliance for Education
208.263.7040
