March Programming at the CDA Library
MARCH PROGRAMMING
Children’s Weekly Programs
Winter Baby Story Time (0-18 mo) - Tuesdays, March 4, 11, 18 (9 & 11 am)
Warm up this winter with a cozy 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 leave with ideas for new engaging ways to introduce developmental activities at home!
Winter Toddler Story Time (18 mo-3 yo) - Thursdays, March 6, 13, 20 (9 & 11 am)
Bring your toddler to the library for some winter 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 of 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.
Winter Pre-School Story Time (3-5 yo) - Fridays, March 7, 14 (9 & 11 am)
Winter 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.
Please note that there is a special Poet Tea Party for preschoolers scheduled for Friday, March 21st at 10am in lieu of regularly scheduled storytime.
From Books to Bricks (Ages 6-12) - Mondays, March 3, 10, 17 (4 pm)
Bring your creative ideas and building skills to the library for this LEGO program! Each week, the library will share a favorite book that’s chosen to inspire a LEGO building challenge, then participants will have the rest of the hour to create a masterpiece. One noteworthy creation will be chosen at the end of each program to feature in the library’s glass display case for the community to admire throughout the week.
Children’s Special Programs
Miniatures in March (Ages 6-12) - Tuesdays, March 4, 11, 18 (4 pm)
Do you have a dollhouse, fairy garden, or other small-scale playset that needs furnished? Or maybe you just adore itty bitty replicas of life-sized things? In either case, join us on Tuesday afternoons to create tiny treasures! Each week, we’ll undergo a different project that creatively uses a wide variety of materials to construct one-of-a-kind miniatures such as books, furniture, artwork, and food.
Paws to Read (All Ages) – Mondays, March 10 (10:30-12 pm) and March 24 (3:30-5 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!
National Park Explorers: Olympic (ages 6-12) – Thursday, March 13 (1 pm & 4 pm)
A program where science meets adventure! Join us on the second Thursday of each month to explore the natural beauty, history, wildlife, and geological wonders of America’s National Parks. Each month will highlight a different park’s unique features, and we’ll conduct a hands-on experiment designed to explore the science behind them. This month will feature Olympic National Park. From towering mountains to temperate rain forests, this park has something for everyone!
American Girl of the Month Club: Samantha (Ages 6-12) – Thursday, March 20 (1 pm & 4 pm)
Join us on the third Thursday of every month to celebrate the diverse culture of the United States! Each month will feature one of American Girl’s historical dolls and include fun activities that are inspired by her era and heritage. Our March program will feature Samantha Parkington, who’s growing up in upstate New York in the early 1900s. Samantha is an orphan who lives with her well-to-do grandmother. She’s being raised as a proper young lady with the best of everything... but would rather climb a tree than sip tea.
Leprechaun Trap Tinkering (Ages 4-12) - Saturday, March 15 (10 am)
Have you ever wanted to try your hand at catching a leprechaun? You’re in luck! On the Saturday before St. Patricks Day, we’ll provide you with all sorts of doodads and thingy-ma-jiggers to craft the perfect contraption to hoodwink a tiny Irish sprite. Bring your imagination! After this program, stick around for music performed by members of the Coeur d’Alene Symphony Orchestra at 11am.
Saturday with the Symphony: A Children’s Program (3+yo) – Saturday, March 15 (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.
Preschool Poet Tea Party (Ages 3-5) – Friday, March 21 (10 am)
Celebrate World Poetry Day in the Library's Community Room! From pretty cups, we’ll sip our “tea,” and wear the silliest hats you’ll ever see. We’ll read a lot of books that rhyme, then sing and dance to pass the time. The guest of honor will be Coeur d’Alene’s Poet Laureate, Jennifer Passaro.
Kids Movie – Wednesday, April 2 (2 pm)
Join us for popcorn and a movie on the big screen in the Community Room. We will be viewing Walt Disney’s 2024 film, Moana 2. This animated adventure follows a teenager who receives an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors. She journeys to the far seas of Oceania into dangerous, long-lost waters for an experience unlike anything she’s ever faced. Rated PG and runs for 100 minutes.
Blocks over Break – April 3 (1-3 pm)
While school’s out and we’re taking a break from regular programs, come to the library to play with our collection of LEGO and Big Blue Blocks! We’re going to set out oodles of giant building blocks and LEGO bricks for kids to create whatever they’d like during this nonstructured play opportunity in the children’s library.
Scavenger Hunt
Explore the children’s library during the month of March by participating in a fun search for bugs! After using clues to find hidden stamps, you can turn in the completed bug-jar activity sheet to receive a small prize!
Take & Make Crafts
While we take a break from weekly programs, you can pick up a Spring craft to-go from the children’s library during the weeks of March 24th and March 31st, while supplies last.
StoryWalk® in the Parks
Stroll through McEuen Park this spring while reading Woodland Dreams by Karen Jameson. 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 Snuggle Down Deep by Diane Ohanesian.
Teen Programs
TGIF Club (Ages 12-19) – Fridays, March 7, 14, 21 (4-5:30 pm)
Join us every Friday in the Teen Zone for an afternoon of creativity, fun, and friendship. Make art, play games—hangout! It's the perfect way to kick off your weekend and make new friends.
In a Teen Zone Minute (Ages 12+) – Every 1st Tuesday, March 4 (released by 4 pm)
Get a quick virtual update from our Teen Librarian about teen events, library services, volunteer opportunities, and more on TikTok (@cdalibrary), Instagram (@cdalibrary), or our Teen Zone Newsletter Substack: cdateenzone.substack.com. (Need something more accessible? The updates on Substack are available in video, podcast, & text-only formats.)
ClassicBookTok (Ages 12+) – Every 2nd Tuesday, March 11 (released by 4 pm)
Each month, a new Young Adult Classic will be selected to be introduced on TikTok (@cdalibrary), Instagram (@cdalibrary), and on Substack. Find out if it’s available as a Digital Book Club title, too! Use the accompanying #ClassicBookTok guide (in CDA Library’s copy only) to create a classic book club with your friends and/or join the virtual readalong on Storygraph! Subscribe to classicbooktok.substack.com to stay updated.
Idaho Teen Reading Challenge (runs October 1 to April 30)
Read 8 books from 10 categories and win prizes! Get 1 prize book for every 4 books you read. Be eligible for a grand prize for reading all 8! (Prizes are specific to the Coeur d’Alene Public Library.) Pickup a Reading Journal (from the Teen Zone) for more information, or go here: https://cdateenzone.weebly.com/books/itrc-24-25 for an informational bookmark, booklists, and more!
This is a statewide challenge (by ICfL) that is designed for teens, ages 12-19 years old.
Adult/All Ages Weekly/Biweekly Programs
Yoga for You! (Ages 18+) - Mondays and Fridays, except Friday March 21st (9:30 am)
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.
Tai Chi & Qi Gong (Ages 18+) - Mind Body Movement- Tuesdays March 11, 18, & 25 (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.
Stronger in Body & Mind (Ages 16+) – Wednesdays March 5, 12, & 19 (9:30 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.
Sit-n-Stitch (Ages 12+) - Wednesdays (11 am)
New to crochet and knitting? Always wanted to learn? Want to come and craft with some friendly faces? Join us every Wednesday for our crochet Sit-n-Stitch! Materials, patterns, and project help will be provided. All skill levels are welcome, feel free to bring your own handwork projects! You can find us this month in the Jameson Room.
Community Sew-In (All-Ages)– Thursdays, March 6, 13, 20 (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.
Scribbler’s Society Writing Club (Ages 18+) - Mondays, March 10 & 24 (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. Please email lmoore@cdalibrary.org for more information.
Adult/All Ages Special Programs
Planning Your Perfect Garden (Ages 16+) – Saturday, March 1 (2:30-4 pm)
Join us at the library for an engaging and informative program on planning your garden from seed to harvest! Whether you're a seasoned gardener or a green thumb newbie, our workshop will provide you with valuable insights and practical tips to make your garden thrive. Local gardener Tylr Pearson will share his 20+ years of experience in landscaping, gardening, and as an arborist. We will begin with a short Q&A session, then move on to cover topics such as starting seeds indoors, transplanting outdoors, selecting seeds, planting times, crop rotation, companion planting, and succession planting. Join us for an inspiring session that will equip you with the knowledge and skills to create a thriving garden.
High-Demand Careers: Your Guide to Landing the Right Job (Ages 18+) – Wednesday, March 5 (2-4 pm)
Looking to step into a career that’s thriving and full of opportunity? Join us for High-Demand Careers: Your Guide to Landing the Right Job, a dynamic presentation from Equus Workforce Solutions. Explore the industries that are hiring, uncover the skills employers value most, and learn about resources designed to help you secure your dream job. Whether you’re starting fresh, shifting gears, or enhancing your current expertise, this event will provide you with the tools and insights needed to succeed in today’s competitive job market.
Medicare Workshops (Ages 18+) Wednesday, March 5, 2025 (3-4:30 pm)
SHIBA is presenting a series of senior health workshops at the Library. Join us for any of the series. Senior Health Insurance Benefits Advisors (SHIBA) serves Idahoans on Medicare and those who help them by offering free, unbiased Medicare benefits information and assistance through workshops, group presentations and personal counseling.
Lawyer in the Library (Ages 18+) - Thursday, March 6 and April 3 (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.
Ready 4 Math! Preschooler Parent Workshop - Thursday, March 6 (5:30 pm)
For parents and caregivers AND their children ages 3-5! Experience READY! For Math during a 60-minute interactive workshop. Activity cards guide parents to use the nine FREE take-home tools to Play with a Purpose with their children. A pizza dinner served at 5 pm.
Houseplant Swap (Ages 14+) – March 8, July 12, October 11 (1-3 pm)
Do you have a green thumb or simply want to add some life to your living space? Join us at the library for a special event where you can swap houseplant cuttings with fellow plant enthusiasts. Whether you’re a seasoned plant parent or just getting started, this event is perfect for everyone. Bring your houseplant cuttings to share and discover new varieties to take home. No cuttings? No problem! The library will provide a selection of cuttings, so you can join in the fun even if you don’t have any to bring.
Ukulele Club (All Ages) - 2nd Saturday, March 8 (3-4:30 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. Learn basic skills, such as tuning your strings, chord positions, strumming patterns, etc, as well as songs to reinforce your learning. Find us in the Nelson 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
Herbal Allies: Homemade Natural Remedies (Ages 13+) – Monday, March 10 (4 pm)
Are you interested in learning the basics of herbal medicine? Have you ever wondered how to turn your garden into your go-to for natural remedies? Join local naturopathic medical doctor Dr. Casey Carr as we learn Dr. Casey's favorite ways to use herbs to create homemade, herbal remedies. From different tea blends, to elixirs, and herbs to use with caution, this presentation will have you walking away with actionable knowledge and recipes you can use all year round. Find us in the Community Room.
Legacy Planning Workshop – Tuesday, March 11 & 25 (5 pm)
Join Jereme Roodhouse in the Gozzer Room for a workshop on legacy and estate planning. Discover the difference between the government's plan for when you die and the one you can create. Learn what documents you need to properly protect, manage, and avoid being a burden to your loved ones. Learn how to properly assign and align your beneficiary statements on everything from life insurance to assets and titled property... remember tax follows title! Discover what gaps you may have in your current plan and how to avoid them. Assess how you would like your legacy to be protected from things like catastrophic health events and more.
Idaho Department of Labor Job Fair (Ages 18+) – Wednesday, March 12 (12-3 pm)
The Idaho Department of Labor will be hosting a community job and resource fair where various employers will be on-site, offering a wide range of job opportunities, including full-time, part-time, seasonal, entry-level, and skilled trade positions. Bring copies of your resume and come prepared with questions for future employers. Let’s get you hired!
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.
The Power of Polite – Wednesday, March 12 (5:30 pm) - Louise Shadduck, of Coeur d'Alene was quietly one of Idaho's most powerful and personable citizens ever. Transforming Idaho's economy, and active nationally and internationally, she is best known for all the people she helped individually. Mike Bullard, author of Lioness of Idaho: Louise Shadduck and the Power of Polite, will speak on Lousie Shaddock’s lasting impact on Idaho history. Mike's book won first place in Idaho Media Network biography division and second place from National Federation of Press Women.
Improv Playground (Ages 15+)- Thursdays, March 13 & 27 (5:15 pm)
Want to dip your toes into improv without having to commit to a full-length class? Take a break from the busyness of life and come make up funny stuff with us! This is a FREE-to-attend open improv hangout for people of all (or no) improv experience levels and is designed to be a space for people to take a step from their everyday lives, exercise their creativity, and spend an hour and a half experiencing something new, magical, probably weird, and super FUN! Join us in the Gozzer Room on the second and fourth Thursdays of the month starting in January.
Journaling Gratitude (Ages 16+) - Saturdays, March 15 & March 22 (10:30 am)
Cultivate a sense of calm and find clarity in your daily life. Journaling helps us to process adversity, improve our health, and build our resilience. You can expect expressive writing and mindfulness activities to move you toward authentic living. Join us in the Nelson Room with your journal!
Sunday Serenades: St. Patrick’s Day Party (All Ages) – Sunday, March 16 (2-3:30p m)
Join us for a musical celebration of St. Patrick’s Day. Enjoy live music in a cozy, coffee house setting. Enjoy a delightful assortment of coffee, tea, and treats as you listen. Fiddler Arvid Lundin and his band Deep Roots will play lively Irish jigs and reels and lead a few well-known Irish songs. Mark your calendar and join us for a St. Patrick’s Party!
Music of the Rivers - Thursday, March 20 (7 pm)
The rivers of America have shaped our country's culture for over two centuries. After the invention the steamboat, the rivers became the avenues to carry people, commerce, ideas, and eventually, musical styles to the far reaches of the country. From the Mississippi River's influence on the creation of Blues, Jazz, and Rock-n-Roll; to the Folk music of Woody Guthrie on the Columbia River; to Country and Bluegrass along the Tennessee and Cumberland Rivers; the music of the rivers is truly an American art form.
Join songstress Laura Sable and pianist/singer/author Bill Wiemuth as they share the many musical genres that have evolved over the past century along the rivers of America. They will also weave in historical stories of each region to create a memorable and delightful evening in support of the library.
Project Learning Tree STEM Workshop – Friday March 21 (12-2 pm)
Project Learning Tree (PLT) is partnering with the Idaho Commission for Libraries to host regional workshops for public librarians, school librarians, and teachers focused on E-STEM (Environment + STEM). Attendees will use PLT’s Explore Your Environment K-8 Activity Guide which includes 50 standards-aligned activities to help kids investigate, communicate, and build critical thinking skills. Workshop participants will experience and lead PLT activities, explore supporting resources, learn best practices for teaching outdoors, learn how to differentiate content for mixed-age groups, and begin incorporating PLT into their programs. More info here:
https://www.idahoforests.org/event/plts-summer-workshop-series-for-libraries-e-stem/
Dungeons & Dragons Guild (Ages 13+)- Friday, March 21 (4-7 pm)
Adventurers from all walks of life may participate in one-shot dungeon campaigns for treasure, glory, and fellowship in the Community Room every third Friday of the month from 4pm to 7pm. Campaigns will be based on a simplified version of 2014 5th edition Dungeons & Dragons rules so that anyone can participate. Campaigns hold 3 to 4 players and will be one-shot gaming sessions that finish within 2-3 hours. No follow-up by participants is required. Pre-made character sheets are available, but adventurers may bring their own homemade characters (3rd level only please).
New Season, New Bookmark (Ages 13+)– Saturday March 29, (12-2 pm)
Bring a friend and spend the afternoon at the Library making bookmarks! Celebrate the coming of spring by making a plant and flower themed felt or collage bookmark. We will provide a selection of felt and collage supplies for you to personalize your creation. Come create a beautiful placeholder for your reading adventures.
Friends of the Library Meeting – Fourth Tuesday of the month (10:30 am)
The Friends of the Coeur d’Alene Public Library raise funds to support library programs for children and adults, and to purchase special items for the the collection, furnishings, and equipment. This monthly meeting is open to anyone interested in supporting the library.
Spring 2025 Walking Adventures (Ages 13+) –
Come learn about the natural wonders and history that are right in your backyard! This series of walks will take us around Tubbs Hill and the surrounding area as we explore the flora, fauna, geology, and history of the local area. Each walk will be led by a local community member eager to share their passion and knowledge. It is recommended that you park in the lower parking lot. Please dress for the weather, wear appropriate shoes for a moderate hike, bring water, and please no dogs.
Wildflower Walk (Ages 13+)– Wednesday, March 26 (9 am) - Come hunt for early spring wildflowers with us! David Taylor of the Friends of Tubbs Hill and your favorite wildflower-loving librarians will lead us on Tubbs Hill to search for early spring wildflowers including glacier lilies, spring beauties, grass widows, shooting stars, trillium, and Arrowleaf balsamroot. We will meet at the moose statue outside of the Children’s Library at 9AM and walk to the trailhead together.
Pageturners Book Club (Ages 18+) - Wednesday, March 26 (10:15 am)
The Pageturners Book Club is discussing “Verge” by Lidia Yuknavitch
The landscape of “Verge” is peopled with characters who are innocent and imperfect, wise and endangered: an eight-year-old black-market medical courier, a restless lover haunted by memories of his mother, a teenage girl gazing out her attic window at a nearby prison, all of them wounded but grasping toward transcendence. Clear-eyed yet inspiring, “Verge” challenges us with moments of uncomfortable truth, even as it urges us to place our faith not in the flimsy guardrails of society but in the memories held—and told—by our own individual bodies.
Pageturner discussions are lecture-based and open to any adult reader. Books are available for check out at the the Reference Desk. For more information call or email JD Smithson, 208-769-2315 ext 455., communications@cdalibrary.org
Understanding Intellectual Property: Informational Sessions by Gonzaga University Law – Wednesday, March 27 & Thursday, April 17 (5:45 pm)
Join us for two enlightening sessions on the fundamentals of intellectual property (IP) offered by Gonzaga University Law. These workshops are designed to demystify IP and make it accessible for everyone—from curious individuals to aspiring entrepreneurs. In these sessions, you will:
Learn the Basics of Intellectual Property: Gain a solid understanding of what intellectual property is, the different types (patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets), and why it matters in our daily lives.
Explore IP in the World Around Us: Discover how intellectual property is woven into the fabric of our society and how it impacts businesses, creativity, and innovation.
Practical Tips for Businesses and Inventors: Whether you’re a business owner, a garage inventor, or someone looking to promote their work, learn how you can leverage free or cost-effective resources to protect your creations and ideas.
Coeur d’Alene Library Board of Trustees Monthly Meeting – Fourth Wednesday of the month (4 pm)
The Coeur d’Alene Library Board of Trustees meets typically on the fourth Wednesday of each month at 4 pm. The public may join in the library’s Community Room.