Family calendar

Ongoing

“Catch the Reading Bug at the Coeur d’Alene Library” - Summer reading program runs through July 25. Children can pick up a Summer Reading Log at the Seagraves Children Library, located 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. Free. 769-2315, ext. 438.

Book Babies Lap-Sit - For children up to 2-years-old 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. Free. 769-2315, ext. 438.

Extreme Readers - For children ages 5-8. Wednesdays. Runs through July 25. 1-2 p.m., Coeur d’Alene Public Library, 702 E. Front Ave. Free. 769-2315, ext. 438.

Extreme Readers and Paws to Read - For children ages 5-8. Held Thursdays. 10:30 a.m., Coeur d’Alene Public Library, 702 E. Front Ave. Free. 769-2315, ext. 438.

Free Family Film Festival - Riverstone CdA Cinemas - Movies play at the same time every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Today: “Jonah: A Veggie Tale Movie” (G); and “Bee Movie” (PG); July 8-10, “Veggie Tales: Pirates Who Don’t Do Anything” (G); and “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: (PG); July 15-17, “Mr. Beans Holiday” (PG); and “Nancy Drew” (PG); July 22-24, “Charlotte’s Web” (G); and “Water Horse: Legend of the Deep” (PG); July 29-31, “Wallace and Gromit” (G); and “Surf’s Up” (PG); Aug. 5-7, “Mr. Magorium’s Wonder Emporium” (G); and “Alvin and the Chipmunks” (PG); Aug. 12-14, “Everyone’s Hero” (G); “Fantastic 4: Rise of the Silver Surfer” (PG); Aug. 19-21, “Arctic Tale” (G); and “Firehouse Dog” (PG). Runs through Thursday. 10 a.m., Riverstone Cinemas, 2416 Old Mill Loop, Coeur d’Alene. Free. 676-8185.

KidSigns - For school-aged children. Learn American Sign Language through stories and other activities. Runs through July 24. 2-3 p.m., Thursdays. Coeur d’Alene Public Library, 702 E. Front Ave. Free. 769-2316, ext. 438.

Lunch Bunch Book Club - A book discussion group for children age 9-13. Please bring a lunch. Held Thursdays, noon, Coeur d’Alene Public Library, 702 E. Front Ave. 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. Runs through July 25. Coeur d’Alene Public Library, 702 E. Front Ave. 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 and at the beach. July: Sundays-Thurdays, 11 a.m.-9 p.m.; Fridays and Saturdays, 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Boulder Beach open daily from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Special events: Friday, Fireworks Extravaganza celebrates Independence Day with partriotic music and fireworks at dusk. July 22 and 29, Toyota Tuesdays, drivers of Toyotas get in free, pick up admission coupons at any Inland Empire regional Toyota dealer, must be validated by parking attendents. Runs through July 31. 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 Youth Programs at Twinlow Camp and Retreat Center - Includes one-week session day camps for grades K-6, through Aug.22, costs vary from $295-$425. 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. 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.

Tales for Twos and Threes - Storytime for children age 2-3. Held Tuesdays. Runs through July 25. 11-11:30 a.m., Coeur d’Alene Public Library, 702 E. Front Ave. Free. 769-2315, ext. 438.

Wild Waters Waterpark - 14 slides, two heated pools, two 100-person hot tubs, Dolphin Island for ages 2-6, and a Lazy River with float tubes. Open daily 11 a.m.-6 p.m., and evening sliding on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 6:30-9 p.m. Runs through Sept. 1. I-90 east to Exit 12 (U.S. 95 exit), Coeur d’Alene. Daily: $24.99/over 48 inches, $19.99/under 48 inches, $12.99/seniors and handicapped guests, $12.99 with $10 deposit for viewing only, age 2 and younger/free, Evening sliding Tuesdays and Wednesdays: $12.99/general, $9.99 seniors and handicapped, all day Tuesdays and Wednesdays: $15.99-$28.99. 667-6491.

Friday

Bavview Daze – 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Street bazaar, live music from 9 p.m.-1 a.m. at JD’s and Captain’s Wheel, and fireworks at dusk. To register entries, call 683-2218. 9 a.m., downtown Bayview. Free. 683-2218.

Includes unique old and new beads from around the world made from stone, clay, metal, glass, wood, bone and horn. Kootenai County Fairgrounds and Event Center, Building 3, 4056 N. Government Way. $3.676-9957.

Fourth of July - Priest River - View fireworks from various area resorts at Priest Lake, including Cavanaugh Bay at 10:30 p.m. and Luby Bay at dusk. View from various area resorts at Priest Lake. Free. 448-2721.

Fourth of July Celebration - Coeur d’Alene - Presented by General Motors. Parade at 11 a.m. along Sherman Avenue; boat parade, live music food vendors and more. Fireworks at dusk over the lake at City Park downtown. 10:30 a.m., Downtown Coeur d’Alene. Free. 664-3194.

Fourth of July Celebration - Riverfront Park - All-day activities for kids and adults, with food, vendors, arts and crafts, beer garden and live music. 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Riverfront Park. Free. 242-2505.

Fourth of July Celebration - Sandpoint - Sponsored by the Sandpoint Lions Club, with parade at 10 a.m., begins at Fifth Avenue and Church Street. Fireworks at dusk at City Beach. Downtown Sandpoint. Free. 263-0887.

Fourth of July Celebration - Silver Valley - Pancake breakfast from 8-11 a.m.; parade begins at noon at Division and Main in Kellogg and ends at Kellogg City Park at McKinley and Hill St.; 1-5 p.m. street fair, horseshoe competition, live entertainment, kids activities, arts and crafts, games for all ages, pool will be open all day; 7-10 p.m., music by Smash Hit Carnival and twilight street dance at Teeter Field; fireworks finale at dusk. Silver Mountain, Kellogg. Free. (800) 204-6428.

Old Fashioned Fourth of July - Spirit Lake - Parade begins at 11 a.m. followed by music, vendors, food and games in the park. 10 a.m., Downtown Spirit Lake. Free. 623-2275.

Saturday

Bavview Daze – 9 a.m.-6 p.m. street bazaar, kids fair downtown, street parade begins at 11 a.m., show and shine car show at Scenic Motel at noon, awards at 2 p.m. at Ralph’s Coffee House, lighted boat parade at 9 p.m. in the bay, live musicTo register entries, call 683-2218. 9 a.m., downtown Bayview. Free. 683-2218.

10 a.m.-5 p.m. Includes unique old and new beads from around the world made from stone, clay, metal, glass, wood, bone and horn. Kootenai County Fairgrounds and Event Center, Building 3, 4056 N. Government Way. $3. 676-9957.

Sunday

Bavview Daze – 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Street bazaar, noon boat parade awards, and the crowning of the Queen of Bayview. To register entries, call 683-2218. 9 a.m., downtown Bayview. Free. 683-2218.

, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Includes unique old and new beads from around the world made from stone, clay, metal, glass, wood, bone and horn. Kootenai County Fairgrounds and Event Center, Building 3, 4056 N. Government Way. $3. 676-9957.

Monday

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. 827-9478.

Summer Science for Girls - Girls ages 5 to 17 can participate in fun, hands-on science activities at this free Girl Scout-sponsored event. Mondays, at Bryan School through Aug. 11 and Canfield Middle School through July 14. 11:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m., Bryan School, 802 Harrison Ave., Coeur d’Alene. (800) 827-9478.

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., Ponderosa School, 2800 Ponderosa Blvd., Post Falls. (800) 827-9478.