Film events
“Hope Springs” - A couple whose marriage has stalled seeks “intensive counseling.” Starring Meryl Streep, Tommy Lee Jones and Steve Carell. Global Cinema Cafe. Shows at 7:30 p.m., today and Saturday, Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., Sandpoint. $7/adults, $6/seniors/students. (208) 263-9191.
“Genetic Roulette” - An 85-minute film on the effects of the government’s decision to allow untested, genetically modified crops into our environment and food supply. Saturday, 3-5 p.m., Pilgrim’s Health Education Center, 1316 N. Fourth St., Coeur d’Alene. Free. (208) 676-9730.
“Humanity Ascending: Our Story” - Barbara Marx Hubbard has inspired many to consider the unique perspective of our humanity’s history through evolutionary eyes. Saturday, 7-9 p.m., Unity Church of North Idaho, 4465 N. 15th St., Coeur d’Alene. $5. (208) 664-1135.
Halloween Triple Feature - 6 p.m., “Trollhunter”; 8 p.m., “Tucker and Dale vs. Evil”; and 10 p.m., a classic horror movie to be announced. Costumes encouraged. Wednesday. Magic Lantern, 25 W. Main Ave. $7/includes all three films. (509) 209-2383.
“The Story of Stuff” - Annie Leonard, author of “The Story of Stuff” project, will speak as part of the Historic Preservation Conference. She will relate her work on consumerism and our throw-away mentality to preservation. The movie will be shown, followed by a discussion. Wednesday, 4:30-7 p.m., Martin Woldson Theater at the Fox, 1001 W. Sprague Ave. Free.