July Programming at the CDA Library
July Programming at the CDA Library
Happy summer! Here is July's PageTurner Newsletter!
JULY PROGRAMMING
Children’s Weekly Programs
Ringmaster Reading Hour for Babies (Ages 0-18 mo) - Tuesdays through August 13 (10 am)
Celebrate the circus with a storytime that’s designed for caregivers to share quality time with their baby! We’ll bounce, giggle, listen to flannel stories, sing catchy songs, and make silly actions that will bring a smile to your little one’s face. Participants are encouraged to stick around afterward for playtime and adult conversation. You might even leavtre with ideas for new engaging ways to introduce developmental activities at home. Summer themes will include circus animals, clowns, and trains!
Ringmaster Reading Hour for Toddlers (Ages 18 mo-3 yo) - Thursdays July 11 through August 15 (10 am)
Bring your toddler to the library for some circus fun! Of course, we’ll read great stories, but there will also be plenty of singing, dancing, and silly moves to keep youngsters busy. All the activities are intended to delight and emphasize early learning concepts. After storytime, you’re invited to stay for unstructured playtime filled with creative opportunities and fun toys. Summer themes will include elephants, acrobats, and magic!
Ringmaster Reading Hour for Preschoolers (Ages 3-5) - Fridays through August 16 (10 am)
Summer is a great time to introduce preschoolers to the fun of group activities such as storytime at the library! You can expect entertaining stories that nurture your child’s imagination along with fun activities that fuel their curiosity and build literacy skills. In addition to offering plenty of music and movement, this storytime always ends with an exciting, crowd-pleasing craft. Circus themes will include lions, carnivals, and Juggling!mirro
Traveling Circus STEAM Storytime (All Ages) - Wednesdays through August 14 (10 am)
Join us in parks all around town for summer storytimes and STEAM activities! At each event you can: choose a free book, do a craft or science project, and enter to win a grand prize!
July 3 – Amazing Feats of Length at Cherry Hill Park (1718 N 15th St)
July 10 – Human Cannonball at Shadduck Lane Park (1857 E Shadduck Ln)
July 17 Balancing Acts at North Pines Park (1015 E Lunceford Ln)
July 24 – Tree Ring Circus at G.O. Phippeny Park (827 N 8th St)
July 31 – Ring of Fire at Bluegrass Park (6071 N Courcelles Pkwy)
August 7 – Incredible Illusions at Landings Park (3849 W Longmeadow Dr)
August 14 – the Light Fantastic at McEuen Park (504 E Front Ave)
All Abilities Storytime (Ages 3-8) - Mondays, July 8-29 (10 am)
Join Miss Mandi for a story time designed for kids with sensory and adaptive needs and their caregivers. Designed to be welcoming to neurodivergence and disability, All Abilities Story Time uses a visual schedule. We will enjoy stories, music, movement, play, and sensory activities. Any child is welcome at this story time; stories and activities are typically at a preschool level. There will be noise-blocking headphones, weighted stuffed animals, and other sensory tools. Story time will be followed by an activity time, with all transitions announced.
What to expect during this story time: Attendees do not need to sit during the program. Children can feel free to stand or move around during the program as long as they are safe for themselves and others. Children can participate with their voices in any way they like to. Attendees are welcome to arrive late, leave early, and leave the story time room any time they need a break. Attendees can enjoy other activities of their choosing while listening to Miss Mandi read. The same schedule will be used each week, so attendees will know what to expect. If you would like a copy of the visual schedule ahead of time or if you have any questions, please email showard@cdalibrary.org
Sideshow Shenanigans (Ages 6-12) - Thursdays, July 11 August 15 (11-12pm)
This weekly program is your chance to explore the glitz and glitter of the circus arts! Become part of the spectacle by learning exciting new skills that will brighten your summer. We’ll meet inside the children’s library, but venture outside as needed.
July 11 - Balloon Animals: have a blast twisting balloons into silly sculptures
July 18 - Face Painting: discover tips for turning your face into a masterpiece
July 25 - Hula Hooping: get some fun exercise while learning some hip tricks
August 1 - Carnival Cooking: cook up some fantastic food that’s fit for the fair
August 8 - Shadow Shows: use a TP roll to create an illuminated motion picture
August 15 - Magic Tricks: try out new tricks that’ll knock your socks right off
Children’s Special Programs
Summer Reading Log – Now through August 31
Step right up to “Read Under the Big Top” this summer at the library! Pick up a reading log in the children’s library to start keeping track of the minutes you spend with your nose in a good book. You’ll earn a prize and an entry into a raffle drawing when you reach the 4-hour, 8-hour, 12-hour, and 16-hour reading goals!
Scavenger Hunt
Explore the children’s library during the month of July by participating in a fun scavenger hunt! After searching high and low to find hidden clues, you can turn in the completed activity sheet to receive a small prize!
StoryWalk® in the Parks
Stroll through McEuen Park this summer while reading Circus by Louis Ehlert. Each page of the book is posted alongside a path that stretches from the library to the playground. The Library’s Higgens Point State Park StoryWalk will feature Circus Bird by Jill Croft.
Storytime at the Coeur d’Alene Carousel (Ages 3-8) – Monday, July 1 (10 am)
Meet the children’s librarian at the carousel (439 W Fort Grounds Drive) for a special storytime gathered around the painted ponies! We’ll read books, sing songs, and create a carousel craft, then each family will receive a beautiful picture book to take home. Afterward, the ride will start moving and those in attendance will have the opportunity to purchase a $2.50 carousel ticket to enjoy the attraction. The cost of a carousel ride is not included in the storytime. Please note that there are no restroom facilities at the carousel, and that the parking lot is paid parking.
If your child is interested in earning a free carousel ticket, they can do so through the library's summer reading prize program, which begins June 1st. Children who read 8 hours this summer earn a free CDA Carousel ticket!
Paws to Read (All Ages) – Monday, July 8 & 22 (10:30-12 pm)
Bring your young reader to the children’s library to read to a real, live therapy dog. This is the perfect program for children who are working on building their reading confidence or who love sharing books with a furry friend. These dogs love to hear stories and are ready to help you become the best reader you can be!
Cecil's Magic Show (All Ages) – Wednesday, July 10 (2 pm)
Prepare to be enchanted and beguiled at the library by local magician extraordinaire, Cecil Lewis! His hilarious magic will incite raucous laughter that leaves you joyfully bewildered, and wondering, “how did he do that?” Join us in the Community Room to make memories of the impossible becoming possible.
Carnival Camps (Ages 9-12) - Special 2-week series in July and August
REGISTER HERE: https://cdalibrary.org/library-events/carnival-camps/
July 16 & 23 (1-3 pm) - Spellbinding Book Arts: Explore the art of storytelling while learning the basics of hand bookbinding. We’ll create a comic-book style story and illustrations, then assemble an accordion style binding that’ll be perfect for grandly displaying your work!
August 6 & 13 (1-3 pm) - Circus STEAM with Chemical Reactions: Do you have plenty of scientific curiosity and love explosions? Then this camp is for you! We’ll create elephant’s toothpaste, circus slime, a cannonball launch, and more!
Bike Rodeo (All Ages) – Saturday, July 20 (10-11 am)
Practice your bicycling skills at the library’s bike rodeo this summer. A fun and challenging course will be set up in the upper parking lot that will include real-world features such as stop signs, two-way streets, and roundabouts designed to teach kids how to safely ride through their neighborhoods. The course will also include skill-building opportunities to practice tight and twisty turns. When you’re not peddling, you can create a personalized license plate for your bike and choose a new bike-themed chapter book to ride home with. Don’t forget to bring your helmet...they are required on the course!
Saturday with the Symphony: A Children’s Program (Ages 3+) – Saturday, July 20 (11 am)
Children 3 and older can enjoy “Saturday with the Symphony” from 11-11:45 a.m. Saturday, at the Coeur d’Alene Public Library. The free music education program is coordinated by the Coeur d’Alene Symphony Orchestra and recurs the third Saturday of each month. The music-filled hour typically includes a fun musical performance, an interactive activity and a book reading by the children’s librarian. Past musical performances have included traditional classical music, jazz, pop and world music. Come for a lively morning of musical enrichment.
Puppet Show (All Ages)– Saturday, August 3 (9 am, 11 am, 1 pm, and 3 pm)
Visit the library for an old-fashioned puppet show that’s based on Watty Piper’s American folktale, The Little Engine that Could. This silly family favorite captures the spirit of optimism and hard work. In our puppet adaptation of the book, there will be plenty of opportunities for fun audience participation. Four performances will be offered at 9am, 11am, 1pm, and 3pm in the children’s Story Room. After the show, each child will receive a nostalgically illustrated Golden Book edition of the story.
Teen Weekly Programs
#ClassicBookTok (Ages 12+) – Tuesdays July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 (released by 4 pm)
Listen to a selection from one of our YA Classics. Find out if it’s a Digital Book Club selection (meaning that multiple users can read it in eBook or eAudio format simultaneously). Learn how to create a classic book club with your friends! Watch our complete archive of episodes and sign-up to be notified about future ones here:
Find it on TikTok, FB, and Substack
Creative Arts Club (Ages 12-19) – Thursdays July 11, 18, 25 (4-5 pm)
Make art—and friends! Explore your creative, crafty, artistic side, and get help when you’re struggling creatively. We’ll have art and crochet supplies available to inspire your creations, or you can bring a project from home! Find us in the Teen Zone.
Gamers’ Guild (Ages 12-19) – Fridays July 12, 19, 26 (4-5:30 pm)
Play games together! Hangout with other local teens while playing games like League of Legends, chess, UNO, the Library’s Nintendo Switch games, board games from our Library of Things, or bring your own game to play! Find us in the Teen Zone.
Special Teen Programs
Teen Summer Reading Challenge (Ages 12-19) (May 15 – Aug 31)
Read four books. Get the fifth one free! Be entered for a grand prize, too! Pick up a punch card from the Teen Zone to get started.
FAFSA Workshop - Thursday, July 11 (5-6:30 pm)
Do you need to fill out a FAFSA to receive financial aid, but you'd like some help? On Thursday, July 11, a team from the Idaho State Board of Education will be on-hand at the Coeur d'Alene Public Library to answer questions and guide you through the process. Find us in the Community Room.
Weekly/Biweekly Adult Programs
Yoga for You! (Ages 18+) - Mondays (9:30)
Join us for this Yoga program for adults. This blend of stretching, strengthening and balance work, along with relaxation, may be just what you’re looking for. Come enjoy the many benefits of this ancient practice! Your instructor, Gerry Bryak, will adapt poses to your needs so this yoga is truly for YOU! All levels are welcome, from beginners to experienced. Please bring a mat to class. Find us in the Community Room.
Scribbler’s Society Writing Club (Ages 18+) - Mondays, July 8 & 22 (2 & 5 pm)
Join fellow writers for an hour of brainstorming, critiquing, and inspiration — in-person every 2nd and 4th Monday from 2-3 and 5-6 in the Gozzer Room. All skill levels and genres welcome. Geared toward adults. If you are interested in joining our email list, please email lmoore@cdalibrary.org for more information.
Music on Mondays: a Summer Concert Series at the Coeur d’Alene Public Library (All Ages) – Mondays (6-7:30 pm)
The library’s Outdoor Summer Concert Series is returning June 24 and will run through until September! All concerts run from 6-7:30pm and are provided for free by the event sponsor, the Coeur d’Alene Library Foundation. The concerts, performed on the McEuen Park side of the library and attendees should bring their own seating.
July 1 - T & Company - Been there, done that, still doing it. Combining musical backgrounds and decades of experience in local and touring bands, T and Company present an easy listening experience with the ring of acoustic strings and the blending of warm, pleasant harmonies. Genre? Call it “eclectic acoustic.” Beatles, Beach Boys, Dylan, Denver, 40s swing, 50s oldies, 60s and 70s favorites, bluegrass, country, something for everybody, performed in a laid-back style, rich in smiles and humor.
July 8 - Kathy Colton & the Reluctants - Singer/songwriter Kathy Colton, Carla Grant, and Denise Bartlett bring you upbeat folk/rock. Their strong harmonies and rhythms will have you dancing and singing along!
July 22nd - Four Peace – Four Peace is based in North Idaho is an acoustic Americana band with overtones of Bluegrass, 60’s, pop, folk rock etc. Singing long time favorites like “Gentle on my Mind”, ‘Mr. Bojangles”, “Moondance” & much more. Four Peace is a rich sound of soft vocals, mandolin, guitar, banjo & stand-up bass. Four Peace smoothly weaves thru many different music styles & eras that make for a wonderful music experience.
July 29 - Coeurimba - This Coeur d’Alene marimba group has been performing traditional and popular music from Zimbabwe past and present. They have fun with their upbeat, dynamic rhythms and happy melodies for you to enjoy.
Tai Chi & Qi Gong (Ages 18+) - Mind Body Movement- Tuesdays (10 am)
Improve strength, balance, coordination, focus, breathwork and relaxation, all while exploring different movements from Tai Chi and Qi Gong styles. All movements can be done within your own comfort zone and mobility level. No special equipment or clothing needed, wear what is comfortable for you. Avoid wearing flip flops or slides. Chairs will be available for those that need to sit or use for extra balance. This program is for anyone at any age and any ability level. Your instructor Christine brings over 25 years of experience in teaching and sharing Tai Chi and Qi Gong. Find us in the Community Room.
Stronger in Body & Mind (Ages 16+) – Wednesdays (10 am)
Low-impact fitness & strength training class for all levels of strength. Feel stronger, fitter, refreshed and more focused! Jeannette, a trainer with over a decade of experience, will guide you to work at your own personal level, with modifications as needed. Whole body workout, using dumbbells, body weights, and simple resistance training. We’ll add a bit of cardio, flexibility and finish with a guided mindfulness practice. For any questions email Jeannette at StrongerBodyMind@gmail.com
*It is recommended to please bring a pair of light weights/dumbbells, a mat and a bottle of water! Find us in the Community Room.
Community Sew-In (All Ages) – Thursdays (12-3 pm)
Join us in our weekly sewing sessions! Are you working on a quilting project and want to connect with fellow enthusiasts? Come along and socialize, ask for advice, or whatever else you might need. Don't forget to bring your sewing machine (or your hand-sewing materials), your fabric, your extension cord, and your enthusiasm for sewing! Meet us in the Community Room and let's get creative.
Adult/All Ages programming
Adult Summer Reading Challenge - June 1 – August 31
Pick up a wallet-sized challenge card at the Adult Circulation Desk, tell us what you read, let us know what you thought about it, and give it back to the Circ Desk. Each book you read, and each review you write, gets you an entry into the summer library prize drawing.
Grab more points, and extra entries into the prize drawing, by reviewing your reads on our online form.
History Hour Lecture (All Ages)
In this monthly lecture series, join us in the Community Room at the Library for a special presentation with the Museum of North Idaho, featuring a local author or historian who will talk about Idaho’s fascinating heritage. Find us in the Community Room.
Sign Talk of the Fur Trade - Wednesday, July 10 (5:30 pm) - Join historian and Mountain Man reenactor Bill Delyea as he shares more about the history of the fur trade in the Northwest. Delyea will instruct the audience on how to make a trade using traditional Indian Sign Talk and share more about this universal form of ancient communication. Delyea is a member of the American Mountain Men and participates in many reenactments and workshops throughout the Northwest.
Meditation for a Peaceful Mind (Ages 16+)– Saturday, July 13 (10:30 am)
Join us for an enlightening experience. Whether you’re a seasoned practitioner or a curious beginner, this class will guide you through the principles and practices of meditation in a calm and supportive environment. Our instructor, Deb Vester, will lead you through various techniques aimed at reducing stress, enhancing mindfulness, improving focus, and promoting overall well-being. Find us in the Community Room.
Ukulele Club (All Ages) - Saturday, July 13 (3-4:45 pm)
Want to play ukulele with others? Join local ukulele enthusiast, Brittany Clapp-Abdella, for a monthly community Ukulele Club. Learn to play the ukulele or just join the ukulele jam session. Find us in the Community Room from 3-4 pm and learn basic skills at that time, such as tuning your strings, chord positions, strumming patterns, etc. From 4pm on, the gathering will become a ukulele jam session, where you can improvise or share a song you’re writing or learning. Find us in the Community Room.
At this time, you must bring your own ukulele. If you don’t have one, but you would still like to participate, please contact Angela Flock at aflock@cdalibrary.org
Adult Financial and Fraud Literacy (Ages 16+)
Presented by Global Credit Union, join us at the library for a two-part series in financial and fraud literacy. Find us in the Community Room.
Guide to Money- Thursday, July 18 (4 pm) - Join Global Credit Union for an adult financial literacy class focusing on intermediate topics such as budget planning, the costs of credit and borrowing, investment basics, and more!
Cybersecurity and You – Thursday, July 25 (4 pm) - Are you in the dark about fraud and fraud prevention? The Global Credit Union will be presenting an educational class on fraud literacy. Learn about the different types of fraud methods, how to spot them, and what to do if you or someone you know may be a victim of fraud.
Mindful Doodling (Ages 16+) - Wednesday, July 31 (4-5 pm)
Energy levels lagging? Stress levels rising? Join us for Mindful Doodling, a self-directed art program in which we will relax with light music, tea, and hot chocolate while doodling elegant patterns on tiles following the ZenTangle © Method. The first 15 minutes of the program will be spent following an instructional video on how to make a special ZenTangle creation using special ink and tools, followed by “freestyle” doodling for the rest of the hour (all directions and materials will be provided). No previous art skill required. This program is appropriate for adults, teens, and tweens. The ZenTangle © Method was created by Rick Roberts and Maria Thomas and is copyrighted.
Arty Afternoons: Intro to Dying Silk (Ages 12+) - Saturday, July 27 (10-12 and 1-3 pm)
Come dye at the Library! Local fiber artist Colleen East will be leading us through the process of dying silk scarves with nontoxic kool-aid. We will be mostly outside; this is a messy project so please wear appropriate clothing and closed-toed shoes. We will be having two two-hour sessions, 10-12 and 1-3. All supplies will be provided. Registering ahead of time will guarantee you a spot in one of our two sessions. This event is intended for ages 16 and up and will take place on the lawn outside of the Community Room.
San Francisco Scottish Fiddlers (All Ages) – Tuesday, July 30 (5-6:30 pm)
The San Francisco Scottish Fiddlers was formed in 1986 when renowned fiddler Alasdair Fraser placed an advertisement in a local newspaper looking for people interested in sharing Scottish fiddle music. A small group of enthusiasts quickly gathered which in the years since has grown to over 250 members. Most live in the greater San Francisco Bay Area, but there are members from all over California and beyond, even some overseas. Local Coeur d’Alene musicians will be performing with the SFSF in several locations in town this same week.
A wee bit about Alasdair Fraser: Alasdair Fraser is one of the greatest carriers of the Scottish fiddle music tradition, a fiddler whose warmly expressive playing, mastery of his instrument and deep understanding of his native music as a venerable and continually evolving art is an inspiration to generations of musicians on both sides of the Atlantic.
Lawyer in the Library (Ages 18) - Thursday, August 1 and September 5 (4-6 pm)
The Library is partnering with the Idaho Volunteer Lawyers Program (IVLP) to provide resources for low-income individuals and families in Idaho who require civil legal services and cannot afford to pay for them. Although they are unable to assist with criminal issues or fee generating cases, these free legal clinics are an opportunity to receive advice and counseling from local attorneys who volunteer their time and expertise. Registration is required and must be done at least 24 hours before the clinic, every first Thursday of the month in the Gozzer Room.
Coeur d’Con 2024 (All Ages) - Saturday, August 24 (10-4 pm)
Put Saturday, August 24, (10-4 pm) on your calendar, because Coeur d’Con is coming! Coeur d’Con is a jam-packed, family-friendly, pop culture celebration, organized by the Coeur d’Alene Public Library, which celebrates books, movies, games, manga, comics, and all expressions of geek culture.
It's free to attend! We offer a variety of themed contests, games, crafts, and other activities, with events for every age group throughout the day. Local businesses, artists, and experts exhibit and will sell their goods on the grassy side of the Library, too, offering unique wares and perspectives on pop culture.
COSPLAY CONTEST
What would a comic con be without cosplay? Fans are encouraged to dress to impress for Coeur d’Con. This year’s cosplay contest will be in-person on the day-of.
FAN ART CONTEST
Are you a budding artist looking to show your skills to the community? Applications for the Coeur d’Con Fan Art Contest will be available for download soon from the Cosplay and Fan Art Contest tab or by picking up an entry form at the library. The deadline for Fan Art contestants is August 6. Artwork will be posted and voted on until the end of our Coeur d’Con event. Winners will be selected by popular vote from each age category: littles (0-6), tweens (7-12), teens (13-17), and adults (18+), and will be contacted after the event
For updates, visit our website (coeurdcon.com) as the date gets closer. If you have any questions, get in touch with the Coeur d'Con Team by emailing us at coeurdcon@gmail.com.