Family Calendar

Thu., June 12, 2008

The Spokesman-Review

Ongoing

“Catch the Reading Bug at the Coeur d’Alene Library” - Summer reading program begins Tuesday and runs through July 25. Children can pick up a Summer Reading Log at the Seagraves Children Library, on the lower level of the Coeur d’Alene Library. Participants can collect a prize for each three hours of reading tracked on their reading log. Coeur d’Alene Public Library, 702 E. Front Ave., Coeur d’Alene. Free. 769-2315 Ext. 438.

Route of the Hiawatha - The “crown jewel” of rail-to-trail mountain bicycle trails is operated by Lookout Pass Ski Area. Wind through 10 tunnels and seven high trestles. This 15-mile route crosses the Bitterroot Mountains between Idaho and Montana, best known for the long St. Paul Pass or “Taft” Tunnel which is 1.66 miles in length. It’s all downhill with shuttle buses available to take you and your bike back to the top. Open daily through Oct. 5. 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m., Adjacent to I-90 at the Idaho/Montana state line, exit 0, 12 miles east of Wallace. Day pass: $9/adults, $5/ages 3-13. Shuttle: $9/adults, $6/children. 744-1301.

Silverwood Theme Park and Boulder Beach - Admission includes all rides, attractions and shows in the park and at the beach. Open Fridays and Saturdays, through June 28, 11 a.m.-8 p.m.; open through June 30, Sundays-Thursdays, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Boulder Beach open daily through June 30 from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Special events: Christian Family Weekend June Saturday-Sunday. Also Saturday-Sunday, Ride and Slide with Dad celebrating Father’s Day weekend with dads admitted free when accompanied by their children, one ticket per family and not valid with other discounts or offers. 27843 North Highway 95, 15 minutes north of Coeur d’Alene, Athol. $36.99/general, $19.99/ages 3-7 and seniors ages 65 and older, free/ages 2 and younger. Two-day passes: $58.99/adults, $31.99/ages 3-7 and seniors ages 65 and older. Tax not included in admission fee. $4/parking. 683-3400.

Summer Arts Program for Youth - Now taking registration for kids grades K-12 for sessions on June 19-28 and July 10-19. Class offerings include woodburning, fused glass, watercolor, pirate’s loot and lore, drawing, guitar, kids cooking, color magic, cultural arts, beginning magic, grid-magic portraits, arts and crafts, rhythm and music and cartooning. Call for more information or scholarships. Harding Family Center, 411 N. 15th St, Coeur d’Alene. $23/each three-day, two-hour class. 676-9132.

Summer Youth Programs at Twinlow Camp and Retreat Center - Includes one-week session day camps for grades K-6, June 22-Aug.22, costs vary from $295-$425. Praisin’ Primaries camp, June 30-July 3 for grades 1-3, four days, three nights for first or second time campers. $190/$220/$250. Juniors Camp, July 7-12, for grades 4-6. $270/$320/$370. Junior High Watersports Camp, July 7-12, for grades 7-9, $295/$345/$395. Senior High Camp, July 20-25, for grades 10-13, $270/$320/$370. Junior Watersports Camp, July 20-25, for grades 4-6, $295/$345/$395. Senior High Watersports Camp, Aug. 4-9, for grades 10-13, $325/$375/$425. Junior High Camp, Aug. 11-16, for grades 7-9, $270/$320/$370. Family Vacation Camp, Aug. 17-20, intergenerational, basic cabin $135/adults, $80/child. Selkirk Lodge, $165/adults, $110/child ages 5-12. Women’s Retreat, Nov. 9-11, $75/each. Registration is required two weeks before camp session begins. Call or go online for registration information. Twinlow Camp and Retreat Center, 22787 N. Twinlow Road, Rathdrum. 687-1146.

Today

“Have a Heart, Help Build a Home” - Children’s Village fundraiser reception and unveiling of architectural plans for construction of a third home and educational wing in North Idaho. 7 p.m., Coeur d’Alene Inn, 414 Appleway. By donation, call to reserve tickets. 667-1189.

Saturday

Blanchard Daze Auction Fundraiser - Pancake breakfast will be available from 8-10:30 a.m. for $6/person followed by the auction. Offering more than 100 items to include merchandise and baskets, home and garden items, rafting trip, golf package, gift certificates, cruises and more. 8 a.m., Blanchard Community Center, 685 Rusho Lane, Blanchard. Free admission. 437-4480.

Wizard Rock - For children age 11 and older. Listen to live rock music inspired by the Harry Potter books. Featuring The Remus Lupins, Evan Brightly and The Good Cheer. 2 p.m., Downtown Library, 906 W. Main St. Free. (509) 444-5331.

Tuesday

Tuesday

Summer Science - Girls ages 5 to 17 can participate in fun, hands-on science activities at this free Girl Scout-sponsored event. 11:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m., Bryan School, 802 Harrison Ave., Coeur d’Alene. (800) 827-9478.

Book Babies Lap-Sit - For children up to 2 years accompanied by a parent or other caregiver. 10:15-10:45 a.m., Tuesdays and 10:30-11 a.m. Fridays. Coeur d’Alene Public Library, 702 E. Front Ave., Coeur d’Alene. Free. 769-2315 Ext. 438.

Family Scrapbooking with Miss Abi - Learn beginning and intermediate scrapbooking techniques. Youth participants should be able to follow directions and complete projects with minimal assistance. Held Tuesdays. 6:30 p.m.,,Coeur d’Alene Public Library, 702 E. Front Ave., Coeur d’Alene. Free. 769-2315, ext. 438.

Preschool Storytime (Coeur d’Alene) - For children 3-5 years of age. 1:30-2 p.m., Tuesdays and 10:30-11 a.m., Wednesdays. Coeur d’Alene Public Library, 702 E. Front Ave., Coeur d’Alene. Free. 769-2315, ext. 438.

Summer Science - Girls ages 5 to 17 can participate in fun, hands-on science activities at this free Girl Scout-sponsored event. 11:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m., Ponderosa School, 2800 Ponderosa Blvd., Post Falls. (800) 827-9478.

Tales for Twos and Threes - Storytime for children age 2-3. Held Tuesdays. 11-11:30 a.m., Coeur d’Alene Public Library, 702 E. Front Ave., Coeur d’Alene. Free. 769-2315 Ext. 438.

Wednesday

Extreme Readers - For children ages 5-8. Wednesdays. 1-2 p.m., Coeur d’Alene Public Library, 702 E. Front Ave., Coeur d’Alene. Free. 769-2315 Ext. 438.