Good morning, Coeur d'Alene.

On Wednesday, the Coeur d’Alene Arts Commission announced the first winners of the Art Spotlight CDA grants, awarding $15K total to Lake City Playhouse, Music Conservatory of Coeur d’Alene and Coeur d’Alene Summer Theatre to support local performing arts projects.

The grants will fund projects from November through October 2026 with a possible second year until October 2027—helping expand youth theatre, music scholarships and training programs.

Coeur d'Alene-based Ellen Travolta recalls her childhood Halloween when she made her own costumes and treats, and she stars in the new film Haul Out the Halloween, which will premiere Saturday on Hallmark Channel and stream on Hallmark Plus — the film continues the Hallmark series with quirky fun and community charm.

The Hayden Discount Theater recently hosted three screenings of 'Sharing Aloha' that told true stories of Pacific Rim students who work at the Polynesian Cultural Center while studying at BYU-Hawaii – filmmaker Blair Treu introduced the film to support scholarships for students from underserved communities.

Post Falls Police Chief Greg McLean announced his retirement after 36 years of service and will retire Oct.

18 — interim Chief Capt. Jason Mealer will lead the department until a new chief is named.

Authentic Hawaiian Luau

5-8:30 p.m. — St. Pius X Hospitality Center — Check event page for cost — Experience great food, live music, and captivating hula dancers.

Cribbage League

6-10 p.m. — The Blue Shell — Casual play with fellow enthusiasts — Bring your favorite board and join the fun of Cribbage every Friday night.

Boundless Love

Join us for a joyful evening of generosity and community at our 3rd Annual Boundless Love Banquet, featuring a delicious dinner, silent auction, raffle baskets, and stories of lives changed through the work of Love In the Name of Christ (Love INC). Come be part of our mission to break the cycle of poverty in Kootenai County by equipping local churches to serve neighbors in need with dignity and hope. The event will be held on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at Coeur d’Alene Bible Church, with doors opening at 5:30 PM and the program running from 6:00–8:00 PM. Tickets are $50 per person, so reserve your seat today and be part of something truly impactful—because love in action changes everything.

Boundless Love

Join us for a joyful evening of generosity and community at our 3rd Annual Boundless Love Banquet, featuring a delicious dinner, silent auction, raffle baskets, and stories of lives changed through the work of Love In the Name of Christ (Love INC). Come be part of our mission to break the cycle of poverty in Kootenai County by equipping local churches to serve neighbors in need with dignity and hope. The event will be held on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at Coeur d’Alene Bible Church, with doors opening at 5:30 PM and the program running from 6:00–8:00 PM. Tickets are $50 per person, so reserve your seat today and be part of something truly impactful—because love in action changes everything.

10th Annual Holiday Market by Rebel Junk

6 PM - 8 PM, 10 AM - 4 PM — Kootenai County Fairgrounds — $10 Friday, $5 Saturday — Explore over 100 booths of vintage and handcrafted treasures to kick off the festive season.

Faron Gilbert Live Performance

6-9:30 p.m. — Coeur d'Alene Casino — Free entry — Experience an eclectic mix of sounds spanning multiple genres from a talented musician with deep Texas roots.