Good morning, Coeur d'Alene.

Terry Gurno (65) launched Unyielding Hope to offer coaching and mentoring for people facing hardships and invites community members to The Night of Hope at 6:30 p.m. Thursday at Prairie Falls Golf Club.

Coeur d’Alene Elks Lodge 1254 will host a dinner, silent auction, and fundraiser this Saturday, March 14 at 6:00 p.m. at 1170 W Prairie Ave to honor law enforcement officers in Kootenai County; the event will recognize Officers of the Year and support gear purchases (donations have exceeded $25,000).

The Coeur d'Alene Firefighter Pipes and Drums Band is raising funds for travel to May and September memorial events (targeting $15,000 in total) to honor fallen firefighters John Morrison and Frank Harwood (with a $5,000 donation already received).

Sorensen Magnet School of the Arts and Humanities and the Sorensen Theater Team present 'James and the Giant Peach' (6:30 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday in the school gym), a free musical production performed by nearly 60 students that brings a classic tale to life.

Chairman Chief Allan announced that for the fifth year the Tribe will match each $1,000 scholarship contributed by local businesses through the Chamber Education Committee’s annual program + support two graduating seniors per scholarship.

The effort reflects a longstanding commitment to boost education in the community.

Kootenai Environmental Alliance hosts the third annual North Idaho Green Summit on March 21 at First Presbyterian Church on Lakeside and 6th.

Avista sponsors free coffee, pastries & charcuterie while local experts share updates on environmental projects and sustainable solutions from 8:00 a.m. to noon.

Wildlife biologist Mark Vekasy said killdeer arrive in spring and can be seen in fields, parks & parking lots as they nest.

They perform a broken-wing act to distract predators so locals may spot these quirky birds in open areas.

The Gonzaga Prep girls basketball seniors fell 66-61 to Woodinville in the state 4A fourth-place game at Tacoma Dome Saturday — Aylah Cornwall led with 26 points and 10 rebounds as her team battled for every possession but missed a final chance in the closing seconds.

Jazz Ambassadors Concert by the U.S. Army

7:30-9 p.m. — NIC Boswell Hall / Schuler Performing Arts Center — Free entry — Experience an evening of diverse jazz performances from America's premier military band.

NIBCA Home and Garden Show

Fri 12-6 p.m. — New Leaf Nursery — Free entry — Explore the latest trends in home and garden design with expert seminars and hands-on activities.

Recipe for Connection

7-9 p.m. — Quirkie Dough — Cost info not specified — Craft your own recipe scrapbook while connecting with new friends over tasty cookie dough.

Perk It Up Speed Networking

9-11 a.m. — The Salvation Army Kroc Center — Not specified — Boost your connections and energy with quick chats at this engaging networking event.

Family Egg Hunt

11 a.m. — Museum of North Idaho — Half price for adults, free for kids under 12 — An exciting day filled with crafts, activities, and local vendors for all ages.