Daily editionSunday, June 8th, 2025
Good morning, Coeur d'Alene.
The Good Day Coeur d'Alene Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of June.
Community
The 23rd annual Street Music Week will run from noon to 1 p.m. Monday to Friday on Sherman Avenue in downtown Coeur d'Alene.
Musicians of all ages will perform to support Second Harvest Food Bank + artists will also play in Spokane.
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Kathy Marcus, 78, and Judy Hutchinson, 76, reunited on Tuesday after years of separation when a DNA test matched them as half-sisters — a discovery that filled a lifelong family gap — and met for the first time in person in Hayden.
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Education
Addison Barnwell is graduating as the valedictorian of Lake City High School with a 4.51 GPA after being inspired by a graduation speech she heard in elementary school.
She will attend Pepperdine University in Malibu to study biology on a pre-med track + she worked hard by taking many Advanced Placement classes and competing in track and field.
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Sports
Local cyclist Eric Deady created a 320-mile bikepacking route that begins and ends in Coeur d’Alene, passing through national forests and small towns like Pritchard and Avery.
A group ride will start at 8 a.m. June 21 at Independence Point — research for the route included a setback when Paula Funatake was hit by an off-road motorcyclist.
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Coeur d'Alene Events
Pressed Flower and Leaf Stationery Workshop
Wednesday, June 11th, 2025 · 5:30-7 p.m. — New Leaf Nursery — All supplies included — Learn to create beautiful notecards and art using fresh flowers and leaves.
Dog Days of Summerfest
Saturday, June 21st, 2025 · 11 AM – 2 PM — Stoddard Park — Free entry — Celebrate furry friends with K9 demos, tasty treats, and pet-friendly vendors.
Wilderness Survival Day Camp
Monday, June 23rd, 2025 · 9 AM - 3 PM — Blue Creek Bay Recreation Site — Registration required — Kids learn essential wilderness skills while exploring the great outdoors.
2025 NPC Summer Meeting
Tuesday, June 24th, 2025 · June 24-27 — The Coeur d'Alene Resort — Registration required — Engage with industry leaders shaping the future of the U.S. potato industry.
Modern Homesteading Conference
Friday, June 27th, 2025 · 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM — New Leaf Nursery — Learn about sustainable living and gardening at this annual community event.
Annual CDA Garden Tour
Sunday, June 29th, 2025 · 10 AM – 3 PM — New Leaf Nursery — Ticket purchase required — Explore stunning local gardens and gather inspiration for your own green space.
Mastermind Session for North Idaho Brokers
Monday, June 30th, 2025 · 10 AM – 12 PM — Best Choice Realty — Free entry — A dynamic, collaborative session for North Idaho brokers to spark fresh ideas and share insights.
Yachtley Crew Concert
Thursday, July 3rd, 2025 · 7 PM — Coeur d'Alene Casino — $35 & Up — Enjoy the smooth tunes of the Titans of Soft Rock at this lively Yacht Rock concert.