Programs for Kids
How It Works
Join us at one of our summer kick-off events beginning June 1 to start your summer off with a blast!
Register online at CommunityLibrary.net/kids to track your reading all summer and earn great prizes.
Need a paper log to keep track of your reading? Stop by any library to pick up a copy!
Program begins June 1.
Early Learners, ages Birth-4 years
Reading together is fun and will create life-long memories for the whole family.
Keep track of the books you’ve read with our easy-to-use online platform, in a notebook, on our reading log, or however you choose!
Every early learner who registers for summer reading can earn a free book when they complete the Activity Log. Logs are available at each of our libraries and can be redeemed through August 31.
Early Learners can also join the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten program! Read 100 books this summer and receive prize. Then stop by the library for a photo-op, a milestone sticker, and a high-five!
Kids, ages 5-10 years
The more you read, the more Book Bucks you can earn to spend at the Universe of Stories Book Buck Store.
Whether you read books or magazines, someone reads to you, or you listen to an audiobook—it all counts!
One minute of reading equals one point. For every 100 points over 1,100 you are automatically entered into the grand prize drawing for a class of your choice at Gizmo or a Family Pass to the North Idaho State Fair.
Level 1- 250 points: Glow in the dark moon and stars
Level 2- 500 points: 50 Book Bucks and a pass to the North Idaho State Fair
Level 3- 750 points: 100 Book Bucks and a free ride on the Carousel at Cd’A City Park
Level 4- 1,000 points: 200 Book Bucks and a free book of your choice
Level 5- 1,100+ points: Grand prize drawing entry
Book Buck Stores
Spend your Book Bucks at our Universe of Stories Book Buck Stores.
Shop any date listed that is convenient for you.
Thursday, August 15, 6:30-8:00pm, Post Falls
Monday, August 19, 10:00-11:30am, Pinehurst
Monday, August 19, 2:00-3:00pm, Harrison
Tuesday, August 20, 10:00am-noon, Athol
Wednesday, August 21, 2:00-3:30pm, Spirit Lake
Thursday, August 22, 11:00am-12:30pm, Rathdrum
Saturday, August 24, 10:30am-12:30pm, Hayden
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Special Events
Upcoming Season
Upcoming Season Programs
Book Buck Stores
Spend your Book Bucks at our Universe of Stories Book Buck Stores. Shop any date listed that is convenient for you.
Post Falls, Thursday, August 15, 6:30-8:00pm
Pinehurst, Monday, August 19, 10:00-11:30am
Harrison, Monday, August 19, 2:00-3:00pm
Athol, Tuesday, August 20, 10:00am-noon
Spirit Lake, Wednesday, August 21, 2:00-3:30pm
Rathdrum, Thursday, August 22, 11:00am-12:30pm
Hayden, Saturday, August 24, 10:30am-12:30pm
- Post Falls Library
- Pinehurst Library
- Harrison Library
- Athol Library
- Spirit Lake Library
- Rathdrum Library
- Saturday, August 24, 10:30 am to 12:30 pmHayden Library
Upcoming Season
Upcoming Season Programs
Charlie the NoiseGuy at the North Idaho State Fair
North Idaho State Fair dates: Wednesday, August 21-Sunday, August 25
Read 500 minutes and earn your free pass to the Fair.
Be sure to check out Charlie the NoiseGuy, Wednesday, August 21 and Friday, August 23, at 11:00am on the Big Stage.
- Friday, August 23, 11:00 amcommunity locationNorth Idaho State Fairgrounds
Happy Birthday, Very Hungry Caterpillar!, geared to ages birth-6
Help us kick off the fall session with a 50th birthday party for the Very Hungry Caterpillar!
We’ll have games, crafts, and treats to welcome all of our story time friends back to the library!
- Thursday, September 5, 10:30 amcommunity locationat Athol, Hayden, Pinehurst, and Rathdrum Libraries
Happy Birthday, Very Hungry Caterpillar!, geared to ages birth-6
Help us kick off the fall session with a 50th birthday party for the Very Hungry Caterpillar!
We’ll have games, crafts, and treats to welcome all of our story time friends back to the library!
- Friday, September 6, 10:30 amcommunity locationat our Harrison, Post Falls, and Spirit Lake Libraries
Athol in September: Pajama Story time, geared to ages 2-7
Nighttime stories with fun songs and a take home craft. Come in your PJ’s and bring your favorite stuffed animal.
- Wednesday, September 11, 5:15 pmAthol Library
Pinehurst Costume Exchange, birth – 4
Looking for a new costume for your child? Look no further than your local library! We are hosting a costume exchange where community members can choose to swap rather than shop.
Those who donate a clean, gently used costume during our drop-off time, will receive a ticket that allows them early bird entry to the costume exchange.
Don’t have a costume to donate? You can still join us during general admission at any event.
Drop off: Wednesday, September 18, 11:00am-5:00pm
Early Bird: Friday, September 20, 4:00-5:00 pm
General Admission: Friday, September 20, 5:00-6:00 pm
- Wednesday, September 18, 11:00 am to 5:00 pmPinehurst Library
- Friday, September 20, 4:00 pm to 5:00 pmPinehurst Library
- Friday, September 20, 5:00 pm to 6:00 pmPinehurst Library
Athol Library has Awesome Special Events:
Upcoming Season
Upcoming Season Programs
Book Buck Stores
Tuesday, August 20, 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Spend your Book Bucks at our Universe of Stories Book Buck Stores. Shop any date listed that is convenient for you.
Post Falls, Thursday, August 15, 6:30-8:00pm
Pinehurst, Monday, August 19, 10:00-11:30am
Harrison, Monday, August 19, 2:00-3:00pm
Athol, Tuesday, August 20, 10:00am-noon
Spirit Lake, Wednesday, August 21, 2:00-3:30pm
Rathdrum, Thursday, August 22, 11:00am-12:30pm
Hayden, Saturday, August 24, 10:30am-12:30pm
Upcoming Season
Upcoming Season Programs
Charlie the NoiseGuy at the North Idaho State Fair
Repeats every 2 days until Fri Aug 23 2019.
Wednesday, August 21, 11:00 am, Friday, August 23, 11:00 amNorth Idaho State Fair dates: Wednesday, August 21-Sunday, August 25
Read 500 minutes and earn your free pass to the Fair.
Be sure to check out Charlie the NoiseGuy, Wednesday, August 21 and Friday, August 23, at 11:00am on the Big Stage.
North Idaho State Fairgrounds
Happy Birthday, Very Hungry Caterpillar!, geared to ages birth-6
Thursday, September 5, 10:30 am
Help us kick off the fall session with a 50th birthday party for the Very Hungry Caterpillar!
We’ll have games, crafts, and treats to welcome all of our story time friends back to the library!
at Athol, Hayden, Pinehurst, and Rathdrum Libraries
Athol in September: Pajama Story time, geared to ages 2-7
Wednesday, September 11, 5:15 pm
Nighttime stories with fun songs and a take home craft. Come in your PJ’s and bring your favorite stuffed animal.
Halloween Party for Kids
Thursday, October 31, 10:30 am
Join us for our epic Halloween Party!
Coeur d'Alene Carousel, 439 W Fort Grounds Dr, Coeur d'Alene
Athol in November: Pajama Story time, geared to ages 2-7
Wednesday, November 13, 5:15 pm
Nighttime stories with fun songs and a take home craft. Come in your PJ’s and bring your favorite stuffed animal.
Noon Year’s Eve Party, geared to ages 2-8
Monday, December 30, 11:00 am to 12:15 pm
Ring in the noon year with party hats, dancing, photo booths and a countdown to noon!
Silver Lake Mall, 200 W Hanley Ave, Coeur d'Alene
Check out Athol Library's recurring events for Kids:
Athol: It Club, geared to ages 5-10
Tuesdays, September 10-December 10, 3:30-4:30 pm
Kids are invited to join us afterschool for a program that does “it” all- from science and technology to art and exploration. Each It Club is a new adventure and we encourage you to bring a friend. Snacks provided.
Athol Imagination Explorers, geared to ages 5-10
Homeschool families are invited to join us for STEM activities and hands-on fun.
Harrison Library has Wonderful Special Events:
Upcoming Season
Upcoming Season Programs
Book Buck Stores
Monday, August 19, 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Spend your Book Bucks at our Universe of Stories Book Buck Stores. Shop any date listed that is convenient for you.
Post Falls, Thursday, August 15, 6:30-8:00pm
Pinehurst, Monday, August 19, 10:00-11:30am
Harrison, Monday, August 19, 2:00-3:00pm
Athol, Tuesday, August 20, 10:00am-noon
Spirit Lake, Wednesday, August 21, 2:00-3:30pm
Rathdrum, Thursday, August 22, 11:00am-12:30pm
Hayden, Saturday, August 24, 10:30am-12:30pm
Upcoming Season
Upcoming Season Programs
Charlie the NoiseGuy at the North Idaho State Fair
North Idaho State Fairgrounds
Wednesday, August 21, 11:00 am, Friday, August 23, 11:00 am
North Idaho State Fair dates: Wednesday, August 21-Sunday, August 25
Read 500 minutes and earn your free pass to the Fair.
Be sure to check out Charlie the NoiseGuy, Wednesday, August 21 and Friday, August 23, at 11:00am on the Big Stage.
Happy Birthday, Very Hungry Caterpillar!, geared to ages birth-6
at our Harrison, Post Falls, and Spirit Lake Libraries
Friday, September 6, 10:30 am
Help us kick off the fall session with a 50th birthday party for the Very Hungry Caterpillar!
We’ll have games, crafts, and treats to welcome all of our story time friends back to the library!
Halloween Party for Kids
Coeur d'Alene Carousel, 439 W Fort Grounds Dr, Coeur d'Alene
Thursday, October 31, 10:30 am
Join us for our epic Halloween Party!
Noon Year’s Eve Party, geared to ages 2-8
Silver Lake Mall, 200 W Hanley Ave, Coeur d'Alene
Monday, December 30, 11:00 am to 12:15 pm
Ring in the noon year with party hats, dancing, photo booths and a countdown to noon!
Check out Harrison Library's recurring events for Kids:
Harrison Free to Be: Teen Hang-out, open to ages 12-18
3rd Fridays, 3:00-4:30pm
Come hang out with your friends, have a snack, and play with cool gadgets.
Hayden Library has Incredible Special Events:
Upcoming Season
Upcoming Season Programs
Book Buck Stores
Saturday, August 24, 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
Spend your Book Bucks at our Universe of Stories Book Buck Stores. Shop any date listed that is convenient for you.
Post Falls, Thursday, August 15, 6:30-8:00pm
Pinehurst, Monday, August 19, 10:00-11:30am
Harrison, Monday, August 19, 2:00-3:00pm
Athol, Tuesday, August 20, 10:00am-noon
Spirit Lake, Wednesday, August 21, 2:00-3:30pm
Rathdrum, Thursday, August 22, 11:00am-12:30pm
Hayden, Saturday, August 24, 10:30am-12:30pm
Upcoming Season
Upcoming Season Programs
Charlie the NoiseGuy at the North Idaho State Fair
North Idaho State Fairgrounds
Wednesday, August 21, 11:00 am, Friday, August 23, 11:00 am
North Idaho State Fair dates: Wednesday, August 21-Sunday, August 25
Read 500 minutes and earn your free pass to the Fair.
Be sure to check out Charlie the NoiseGuy, Wednesday, August 21 and Friday, August 23, at 11:00am on the Big Stage.
Happy Birthday, Very Hungry Caterpillar!, geared to ages birth-6
at Athol, Hayden, Pinehurst, and Rathdrum Libraries
Thursday, September 5, 10:30 am
Help us kick off the fall session with a 50th birthday party for the Very Hungry Caterpillar!
We’ll have games, crafts, and treats to welcome all of our story time friends back to the library!
Hayden October Tween NERF Battle, open to ages 8-12
Friday, October 18, 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm
Bring your NERF guns (or borrow one of ours) and your friends (or make some here) and battle in the stacks after hours.
Halloween Party for Kids
Coeur d'Alene Carousel, 439 W Fort Grounds Dr, Coeur d'Alene
Thursday, October 31, 10:30 am
Join us for our epic Halloween Party!
Noon Year’s Eve Party, geared to ages 2-8
Silver Lake Mall, 200 W Hanley Ave, Coeur d'Alene
Monday, December 30, 11:00 am to 12:15 pm
Ring in the noon year with party hats, dancing, photo booths and a countdown to noon!
Check out Hayden Library's recurring events for Kids:
Hayden: Book Babies, geared to ages Birth-2
Mondays, September 9-December 9, 10:30 am
Join us for this lively language enrichment story time which includes songs, rhymes, fingerplays, bubbles, and a short story. Stick around afterwards to socialize and join in a baby-friendly playgroup!
Hayden: It Club, geared to ages 5-10
Mondays, September 9-December 9, 4:00-5:00 pm
Kids are invited to join us afterschool for a program that does “it” all- from science and technology to art and exploration. Each It Club is a new adventure and we encourage you to bring a friend.
Hayden Sensory Story Time
This inclusive program is filled with stories, songs, sensory play, and socialization. Registration is encouraged.
2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 10:30 am, at the Hayden Library.
Hayden: Pre-school Story Time, geared to ages 3-6
Wednesdays, September 11-December 11, 10:30 am
Come enjoy seasonal stories, songs, flannel boards, crafts, and lots of interactive activities especially for preschoolers!
Hayden: Toddler Tales, geared to ages 2-3
Wednesdays, September 11-December 11, 10:30 am
Your toddler will love this active story time filled with dancing, show and tell, and a monthly special session of messy science. Stories, songs, games, crafts, and a surprise basket!
Hayden: Little Renaissance Kids, geared to ages 2-5
Thursdays, September 12-December 12, 10:30 am
Preschoolers are curious kids! Indulge their growing minds at Little Renaissance Kids story time where we’ll read one story together, then spend the rest of the time independently exploring weekly topics from the worlds of fine art, math & science, world cultures, and active play!
Pop-up Story Time, geared to ages 2-5, at Hayden
Fridays, September 13-December 13, 10:30 am
Out and about? Join us around the community for a Pop-up story time with Miss Lauren.
Stories, games, hands-on activities, and more—check the schedule for a location near you!
Hayden Chess Club, all ages welcome
Whether you are an experienced player or brand new to the game, Chess Club is for you.
Bring your chess set or borrow one of ours.
Hayden Read Aloud Book Club, for ages 8-12
A book club where kids can explore fantastical worlds.
Hayden Library Family Night, all ages welcome
Everyone is invited to join us for Family Night at the Library.
Unplug and unwind with us as we play new board games, decorate cookies for the holidays and explore robots and STEM.
1st Fridays, beginning October 4, 5:30-7 pm
Hayden: Ukulele Club, middle school and up!
4th Tuesdays, October 22, November 26, 6-7 pm
Think you don't have the time or ability to learn to play an instrument? Think again!
Come pick up a ukulele and learn the basics that can help you in your quest to master any instrument. Experienced ukulele players will be here to help you understand strumming, chords, and progressions, with guidance and insight for musicians of all skill levels.
Adults and teens are welcome, middle school and up! This program is free and open to the public.
Pinehurst Library KIDS FB page
Join us for our READOPOLY contest and Read Your Way to Prizes!
Monday, January 7 through Monday, April 8
To play Readopoly, read a library book from the Readopoly categories, and receive an entry to weekly prizes and to the Grand Prize (a $25 Amazon gift card) for each one.
There is no limit on how many books you can read, and super readers will have ample opportunity to win “bonus” entries. Pick your game board up today at any Library Network location.
Pinehurst Library has Phenomenal Special Events:
Upcoming Season
Upcoming Season Programs
Book Buck Stores
Monday, August 19, 10:00 am to 11:30 am
Spend your Book Bucks at our Universe of Stories Book Buck Stores. Shop any date listed that is convenient for you.
Post Falls, Thursday, August 15, 6:30-8:00pm
Pinehurst, Monday, August 19, 10:00-11:30am
Harrison, Monday, August 19, 2:00-3:00pm
Athol, Tuesday, August 20, 10:00am-noon
Spirit Lake, Wednesday, August 21, 2:00-3:30pm
Rathdrum, Thursday, August 22, 11:00am-12:30pm
Hayden, Saturday, August 24, 10:30am-12:30pm
Upcoming Season
Upcoming Season Programs
Charlie the NoiseGuy at the North Idaho State Fair
North Idaho State Fairgrounds
Wednesday, August 21, 11:00 am, Friday, August 23, 11:00 am
North Idaho State Fair dates: Wednesday, August 21-Sunday, August 25
Read 500 minutes and earn your free pass to the Fair.
Be sure to check out Charlie the NoiseGuy, Wednesday, August 21 and Friday, August 23, at 11:00am on the Big Stage.
Happy Birthday, Very Hungry Caterpillar!, geared to ages birth-6
at Athol, Hayden, Pinehurst, and Rathdrum Libraries
Thursday, September 5, 10:30 am
Help us kick off the fall session with a 50th birthday party for the Very Hungry Caterpillar!
We’ll have games, crafts, and treats to welcome all of our story time friends back to the library!
Pinehurst Costume Exchange, birth – 4
Wednesday, September 18, 11:00 am to 5:00 pm
Looking for a new costume for your child? Look no further than your local library! We are hosting a costume exchange where community members can choose to swap rather than shop.
Those who donate a clean, gently used costume during our drop-off time, will receive a ticket that allows them early bird entry to the costume exchange.
Don’t have a costume to donate? You can still join us during general admission at any event.
Drop off: Wednesday, September 18, 11:00am-5:00pm
Early Bird: Friday, September 20, 4:00-5:00 pm
General Admission: Friday, September 20, 5:00-6:00 pm
Pinehurst Costume Exchange, birth – 4
Friday, September 20, 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Looking for a new costume for your child? Look no further than your local library! We are hosting a costume exchange where community members can choose to swap rather than shop.
Those who donate a clean, gently used costume during our drop-off time, will receive a ticket that allows them early bird entry to the costume exchange.
Don’t have a costume to donate? You can still join us during general admission at any event.
Drop off: Wednesday, September 18, 11:00am-5:00pm
Early Bird: Friday, September 20, 4:00-5:00 pm
General Admission: Friday, September 20, 5:00-6:00 pm
Pinehurst Costume Exchange, birth – 4
Friday, September 20, 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Looking for a new costume for your child? Look no further than your local library! We are hosting a costume exchange where community members can choose to swap rather than shop.
Those who donate a clean, gently used costume during our drop-off time, will receive a ticket that allows them early bird entry to the costume exchange.
Don’t have a costume to donate? You can still join us during general admission at any event.
Drop off: Wednesday, September 18, 11:00am-5:00pm
Early Bird: Friday, September 20, 4:00-5:00 pm
General Admission: Friday, September 20, 5:00-6:00 pm
Halloween Party for Kids
Coeur d'Alene Carousel, 439 W Fort Grounds Dr, Coeur d'Alene
Thursday, October 31, 10:30 am
Join us for our epic Halloween Party!
Noon Year’s Eve Party, geared to ages 2-8
Silver Lake Mall, 200 W Hanley Ave, Coeur d'Alene
Monday, December 30, 11:00 am to 12:15 pm
Ring in the noon year with party hats, dancing, photo booths and a countdown to noon!
Check out Pinehurst Library's recurring events for Kids:
Pinehurst: Little Renaissance Kids, geared to ages 2-5
Wednesdays, September 11-December 11, 10:00-11:00 am
Pre-schoolers are curious kids! Indulge their growing minds at Little Renaissance Kids story time where we’ll read stories together, then spend time exploring weekly topics from the world of fine art, math & science, world cultures, nature and more!
Pinehurst: It Club, geared to ages 5-10
Wednesdays, September 11-December 11, 1:45-3:00 pm
Kids are invited to join us afterschool for a program that does “it” all- from science and technology to art and exploration. Each It Club is a new adventure and we encourage you to bring a friend. Snacks provided.
Pinehurst Free to Be: Teen Hang-out, open to ages 12-18
Wednesdays, September 11-December 11, 4-5 pm
Come hang out with your friends, have a snack, and play with cool gadgets.
Post Falls Library has Spectacular Special Events:
Upcoming Season
Upcoming Season Programs
Book Buck Stores
Thursday, August 15, 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm
Spend your Book Bucks at our Universe of Stories Book Buck Stores. Shop any date listed that is convenient for you.
Post Falls, Thursday, August 15, 6:30-8:00pm
Pinehurst, Monday, August 19, 10:00-11:30am
Harrison, Monday, August 19, 2:00-3:00pm
Athol, Tuesday, August 20, 10:00am-noon
Spirit Lake, Wednesday, August 21, 2:00-3:30pm
Rathdrum, Thursday, August 22, 11:00am-12:30pm
Hayden, Saturday, August 24, 10:30am-12:30pm
Upcoming Season
Upcoming Season Programs
Charlie the NoiseGuy at the North Idaho State Fair
North Idaho State Fairgrounds
Wednesday, August 21, 11:00 am, Friday, August 23, 11:00 am
North Idaho State Fair dates: Wednesday, August 21-Sunday, August 25
Read 500 minutes and earn your free pass to the Fair.
Be sure to check out Charlie the NoiseGuy, Wednesday, August 21 and Friday, August 23, at 11:00am on the Big Stage.
Happy Birthday, Very Hungry Caterpillar!, geared to ages birth-6
at our Harrison, Post Falls, and Spirit Lake Libraries
Friday, September 6, 10:30 am
Help us kick off the fall session with a 50th birthday party for the Very Hungry Caterpillar!
We’ll have games, crafts, and treats to welcome all of our story time friends back to the library!
Halloween Party for Kids
Coeur d'Alene Carousel, 439 W Fort Grounds Dr, Coeur d'Alene
Thursday, October 31, 10:30 am
Join us for our epic Halloween Party!
Noon Year’s Eve Party, geared to ages 2-8
Silver Lake Mall, 200 W Hanley Ave, Coeur d'Alene
Monday, December 30, 11:00 am to 12:15 pm
Ring in the noon year with party hats, dancing, photo booths and a countdown to noon!
Check out Post Falls Library's recurring events for Kids:
Post Falls: Pre-school Story Time, geared to ages 3-6
Mondays, September 9-December 9, 10:30 am
Come enjoy seasonal stories, songs, flannel boards, crafts, and lots of interactive activities especially for preschoolers!
Post Falls Free to Be: Teen Hang-out, open to ages 12-18
Monday-Friday (starting September 9), 3-5pm
Come hang out with your friends, have a snack, and play with cool gadgets.
Post Falls: Book Babies, geared to ages Birth-2
Tuesdays, September 10-December 10, 10:30 am
Join us for this lively language enrichment story time which includes songs, rhymes, fingerplays, bubbles, and a short story. Stick around afterwards to socialize and join in a baby-friendly playgroup!
Post Falls: Little Renaissance Kids, geared to ages 2-5
Wednesdays, September 11-December 11, 10:30 am
Preschoolers are curious kids! Indulge their growing minds at Little Renaissance Kids story time where we’ll read one story together, then spend the rest of the time independently exploring weekly topics from the worlds of fine art, math & science, world cultures, and active play!
Post Falls: Music & Movement, geared to ages 3-6
Thursdays, September 12-December 12, 11:00 am
Get moving with your child to 'music play'! Learn how moving together with your child to music helps to develop their creativity, pre-reading skills, increases their confidence and more. Children will also be introduced to a variety of musical instruments and concepts.
Program is held in the community meeting room.
Post Falls: Family Story Time, geared to ages 2-5
Fridays, September 13-December 13, 10:30 am
Join Miss Cherie and Miss Jessie for a rocking good time at the library! Playtime from 10:30-11:00am, then fun stories, songs, puppets and a take-home craft.
Program held in the community meeting room.
Post Falls Sensory Story Time
1st & 3rd Thursdays, 2:00 pm
This inclusive program is filled with stories, songs, sensory play, and socialization. Registration is encouraged.
Rathdrum Library has Fantastic Special Events:
Upcoming Season
Upcoming Season Programs
Book Buck Stores
Thursday, August 22, 11:00 am to 12:30 pm
Spend your Book Bucks at our Universe of Stories Book Buck Stores. Shop any date listed that is convenient for you.
Post Falls, Thursday, August 15, 6:30-8:00pm
Pinehurst, Monday, August 19, 10:00-11:30am
Harrison, Monday, August 19, 2:00-3:00pm
Athol, Tuesday, August 20, 10:00am-noon
Spirit Lake, Wednesday, August 21, 2:00-3:30pm
Rathdrum, Thursday, August 22, 11:00am-12:30pm
Hayden, Saturday, August 24, 10:30am-12:30pm
Upcoming Season
Upcoming Season Programs
Charlie the NoiseGuy at the North Idaho State Fair
North Idaho State Fairgrounds
Wednesday, August 21, 11:00 am, Friday, August 23, 11:00 am
North Idaho State Fair dates: Wednesday, August 21-Sunday, August 25
Read 500 minutes and earn your free pass to the Fair.
Be sure to check out Charlie the NoiseGuy, Wednesday, August 21 and Friday, August 23, at 11:00am on the Big Stage.
Happy Birthday, Very Hungry Caterpillar!, geared to ages birth-6
at Athol, Hayden, Pinehurst, and Rathdrum Libraries
Thursday, September 5, 10:30 am
Help us kick off the fall session with a 50th birthday party for the Very Hungry Caterpillar!
We’ll have games, crafts, and treats to welcome all of our story time friends back to the library!
Rathdrum It Came from the Library, for ages 11-18
Monday, October 7, 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Teens are invited to drop in and work on homemade costumes and a Halloween craft. Supplies, snacks, and drinks will be provided.
Halloween Party for Kids
Coeur d'Alene Carousel, 439 W Fort Grounds Dr, Coeur d'Alene
Thursday, October 31, 10:30 am
Join us for our epic Halloween Party!
Rathdrum Cookie Story Time, for ages 2-10
Saturday, November 9, 10:30 am
Join us for a cookie-themed story time with fun stories, songs, and cookies, of course! Special guest from If You Give a Mouse a Cookie.
Noon Year’s Eve Party, geared to ages 2-8
Silver Lake Mall, 200 W Hanley Ave, Coeur d'Alene
Monday, December 30, 11:00 am to 12:15 pm
Ring in the noon year with party hats, dancing, photo booths and a countdown to noon!
Check out Rathdrum Library's recurring events for Kids:
Rathdrum Cookie Club for Kids - September 9 through November 9
Rathdrum Free to Be: Teen Hang-out, open to ages 12-18
2nd & 4th Mondays, September 9-December 9, 4-5 pm
Come hang out with your friends, have a snack, and play with cool gadgets.
Rathdrum: Little Renaissance Kids, geared to ages 2-5
Tuesdays, September 10-December 10, 10:30-11:30 am
Pre-schoolers are curious kids! Indulge their growing minds at Little Renaissance Kids story time where we’ll read stories together, then spend time exploring weekly topics from the world of fine art, math & science, world cultures, nature and more!
Rathdrum: It Club, geared to ages 5-10
Fridays, September 13-December 13, 3:00-4:00 pm
Kids are invited to join us afterschool for a program that does “it” all- from science and technology to art and exploration. Each It Club is a new adventure and we encourage you to bring a friend. Snacks provided.
Rathdrum: Tutor Time, geared to ages 5-10
Fridays, September 13-December 13, 4:15-5:00 pm
Kids are invited to stay after It Club for homework help or help in an area where they are struggling. Snacks provided.
Spirit Lake Library has Unbelievable Special Events:
Upcoming Season
Upcoming Season Programs
Book Buck Stores
Wednesday, August 21, 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm
Spend your Book Bucks at our Universe of Stories Book Buck Stores. Shop any date listed that is convenient for you.
Post Falls, Thursday, August 15, 6:30-8:00pm
Pinehurst, Monday, August 19, 10:00-11:30am
Harrison, Monday, August 19, 2:00-3:00pm
Athol, Tuesday, August 20, 10:00am-noon
Spirit Lake, Wednesday, August 21, 2:00-3:30pm
Rathdrum, Thursday, August 22, 11:00am-12:30pm
Hayden, Saturday, August 24, 10:30am-12:30pm
Upcoming Season
Upcoming Season Programs
Charlie the NoiseGuy at the North Idaho State Fair
North Idaho State Fairgrounds
Wednesday, August 21, 11:00 am, Friday, August 23, 11:00 am
North Idaho State Fair dates: Wednesday, August 21-Sunday, August 25
Read 500 minutes and earn your free pass to the Fair.
Be sure to check out Charlie the NoiseGuy, Wednesday, August 21 and Friday, August 23, at 11:00am on the Big Stage.
Happy Birthday, Very Hungry Caterpillar!, geared to ages birth-6
at our Harrison, Post Falls, and Spirit Lake Libraries
Friday, September 6, 10:30 am
Help us kick off the fall session with a 50th birthday party for the Very Hungry Caterpillar!
We’ll have games, crafts, and treats to welcome all of our story time friends back to the library!
Spirit Lake: Costume Exchange, birth – 4
Friday, October 11, 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Looking for a new costume for your child? Look no further than your local library! We are hosting a costume exchange where community members can choose to swap rather than shop.
Those who donate a clean, gently used costume during our drop-off time, will receive a ticket that allows them early bird entry to the costume exchange.
Don’t have a costume to donate? You can still join us during general admission at any event.
Drop off: Tuesday, October 8-Thursday, October 10, 1:00-6:00 pm
Early Bird: Friday, October 11, 4:00-5:00 pm
General Admission: Friday, October 11, 5:00-6:00 pm
Spirit Lake: Costume Exchange, birth – 4
Repeats every day until Thu Oct 10 2019.
Tuesday, October 8, 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm, Wednesday, October 9, 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm, Thursday, October 10, 1:00 pm to 6:00 pmLooking for a new costume for your child? Look no further than your local library! We are hosting a costume exchange where community members can choose to swap rather than shop.
Those who donate a clean, gently used costume during our drop-off time, will receive a ticket that allows them early bird entry to the costume exchange.
Don’t have a costume to donate? You can still join us during general admission at any event.
Drop off: Tuesday, October 8-Thursday, October 10, 1:00-6:00 pm
Early Bird: Friday, October 11, 4:00-5:00 pm
General Admission: Friday, October 11, 5:00-6:00 pm
Spirit Lake: Costume Exchange, birth – 4
Friday, October 11, 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Looking for a new costume for your child? Look no further than your local library! We are hosting a costume exchange where community members can choose to swap rather than shop.
Those who donate a clean, gently used costume during our drop-off time, will receive a ticket that allows them early bird entry to the costume exchange.
Don’t have a costume to donate? You can still join us during general admission at any event.
Drop off: Tuesday, October 8-Thursday, October 10, 1:00-6:00 pm
Early Bird: Friday, October 11, 4:00-5:00 pm
General Admission: Friday, October 11, 5:00-6:00 pm
Spirit Lake: Pajama Story time, geared to ages 2-7
Wednesday, October 9, 5:15 pm
Nighttime stories with fun songs and a take home craft. Come in your PJ’s and bring your favorite stuffed animal.
Halloween Party for Kids
Coeur d'Alene Carousel, 439 W Fort Grounds Dr, Coeur d'Alene
Thursday, October 31, 10:30 am
Join us for our epic Halloween Party!
Noon Year’s Eve Party, geared to ages 2-8
Silver Lake Mall, 200 W Hanley Ave, Coeur d'Alene
Monday, December 30, 11:00 am to 12:15 pm
Ring in the noon year with party hats, dancing, photo booths and a countdown to noon!
Check out Spirit Lake Library's recurring events for Kids:
Spirit Lake Tutor Time, geared to ages 5-10
Tuesdays, September 1-December 10, 4:15-5:00 pm
Kids are invited to stay after It Club for homework help or help in an area where they are struggling. Snacks provided.
Spirit Lake Cookie Club for Kids - September 9 through November 2
Spirit Lake: It Club, geared to ages 5-10
Tuesdays, September 10-December 10, 3:00-4:00 pm
Kids are invited to join us afterschool for a program that does “it” all- from science and technology to art and exploration. Each It Club is a new adventure and we encourage you to bring a friend. Snacks provided.
Spirit Lake Play with Purpose, geared to ages birth - 4
The program will focus on developing both fine and gross motor skills through engaging playtime.
Spirit Lake: Little Renaissance Kids, geared to ages 2-5
Thursdays, September 12-December 12, 10:30-11:30 am,
Pre-schoolers are curious kids! Indulge their growing minds at Little Renaissance Kids story time where we’ll read stories together, then spend time exploring weekly topics from the world of fine art, math & science, world cultures, nature and more!
Spirit Lake: Happy Hands, Full Hearts, all ages welcome
2nd Saturdays, September 14, October 12, November 9, December 14, 11:00am-12:00 pm
Families are invited to learn through creating art together. We will experiment with new techniques and mediums, as well as re-purpose everyday items.
