Family Promise of North Idaho holds their Annual Golf and Walk Fundraising Event in May at the Coeur d’Alene Resort Golf Course with a shot-gun start. The walkers begin in the evening and dinner is after. There is also a silent auction! This is a unique fundraiser because there are many ways you can participate. No matter what you choose, you will be helping support the mission of Family Promise of North Idaho. Visit www.familypromiseni.org for more information.

Downtown Coeur d'Alene hosts fantastic music performances at local businesses on the fourth Friday each month from January through March before Art Walks begin on the second Friday of each month from April through December. The Music Walks are from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm and give you the opportunity to visit many downtown businesses-turned-concert-venues and sample a wide variety of music from local artists. Whether you like jazz, rock, classical or pop, you will find music you enjoy. All of the participating businesses are open extended hours, and 2-hours of street parking is free. Visit www.coeurdalene.org for more information.

The Bartender's Ball, a fundraiser happening in March at the Coeur d'Alene Plaza Shops on Sherman, is a night filled with cocktails and appetizers, a silent and live auction, tons of giveaways, snacks and live entertainment. Proceeds go to Help Every Little Paw, a non-profit organization dedicated to the health and happiness of all pets. Visit www.helpeverylittlepaw.org for ticket information.

Happening in March, the Annual Coeur d'Alene Blues Festival, winner of the Inland Empire Blues Society - "Best Blues Event", is hosted at The Coeur d'Alene Resort. The invitation is open to all for a soul swingin' weekend celebrating the best of modern blues, featuring many of the most popular blues bands on the planet. Visit this website for more information and a schedule of events.

The Coeur d'Alene Marathon/Half Marathon/5k in May offers one of the most spectacular events in the country. At an elevation of 2200 feet above sea level, the resort community of Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, resting on the shores of spectacular Lake Coeur d'Alene, welcomes visitors to a plethora of vacation and recreational activities. Visit www.cdamarathon.com for more information.

Happening in April, this fun-filled evening helps raise funds for capital improvements to The Kootenai County Fairgrounds and providing educational scholarships for area youth. The evening consists of line dancing lessons, a buffet dinner, live music, live auction and a best dressed contest. Food, Visit www.cdacowboyball.com for more information.

Dog d'Alene is an event where the Coeur d'Alene Downtown Association gives back to the community. 100% of the profits made from this event helps local dog related shelters, groups and associations. Past groups recieving donations include Kootenai Humane Society, Little Long Dog Dachshund Rescue, Second Chance Pet Rescue and Idaho Diaster Dogs Search and Rescue Team along with others. Visit www.cdadowntown.com for more information.

Running from spring to fall, the Farmer's Market is the place to buy from the grower, find one of a kind arts and crafts and listen to local music and meet with friends. As spring progresses into summer, the market overflows with vegetables, fruit and flowers. The vendors also produce meat, cheeses, dairy products, eggs, jams, breads and even local wine. Fall brings winter squash, pumpkins and decorations for the season. Saturdays they are located at the Corner of Prairie Ave & Hwy 95 in Hayden, Idaho. Hours are 9:00 to 1:30 pm. Wednesdays they hold their market downtown at 5th Street and Sherman Ave. from 4:00 to 7:00 pm. Check out www.kootenaifarmersmarkets.org for more information.

Happening in April, this annual 10k run around beautiful Hauser Lake. USA Track & Field Certificated, this race is also a Bloomsday Second Seed Qualifying race. This race offers a scenic run around the lake and it is a FAST COURSE! This event benefits the special needs dogs in the care of Double J Dog Ranch located in Hauser. Visit the Facebook Page for more information.

NIBCA is hosts their Annual CW Wraps & Marketing Home & Garden Show at the Kootenai County Fairgrounds every March. Come get great ideas and the best pricing of the season on everything you'll need to love your home again. Tickets are $6 or if you bring a can of food to donate to the food bank you'll save $1 off admission. Visit www.coeurdalene.org for more information.

The North Idaho Veterans Stand Down is a one day event held annually in May to provide services for homeless and disadvantaged veterans in North Idaho. Donations are used for planning the event and to assist veterans in need throughout the year. The one day event is open to all veterans and their families. Visit the Facebook Page for more information.

The Northwest Spring Fest, happening in May, is a family fun event filled with entertainment for all ages to enjoy! The event showcases our regions finest attractions, outdoor enthusiast activities, mouthwatering foods, exhibits and vendor shopping experience. Visit www.northwestspringfest.com for more information and a schedule of events.

ROW Adventures, having started out as offering white water rafting trips, is a company with an eclectic collection of adventures around the world with travel to over 20 countries. "World's #1 Tour Operator", Travel + Leisure Magazine. "Best Adventure Travel Companies on Earth", National Geographic Adventure. "Tours of a Lifetime" 5 time winner, National Geographic Traveler. Visit www.rowadventures.com for trips and more information. 

Schweitzer Mountain Resort consists of 2900 skiable acres, 92 named trails and some of the finest tree skiing in North America. During the warm weather months try out their biking trails, chair lift rides, ziplines, climbing wall and air jumper and more! For more information visit www.schweitzer.com. Photo courtesy Schweitzer Mountain Resort.

Silverwood is the Northwest’s largest theme park, featuring over 200 acres and more than 70 rides, slides, shows and attractions. On a hot summer day, there’s no better place to be than the 21-acre Boulder Beach Water Park right next door. In the fall, Silverwood Theme Park transforms into Scarywood Haunted Nights, with five signature bone-chilling attractions as well as more scare zones scattered throughout the park. For more information visit www.silverwoodthemepark.com.

Happening in March, the St. Patrick’s Day Parade takes place in Downtown Coeur d'Alene on Sherman Avenue. The parade begins at 4pm. Check out the local shops for specials and deals throughout Downtown. Visit www.cdadowntown.com for more information.

Enjoy wine tasting throughout downtown Coeur d’Alene. With 20 wineries and over 65 wines to taste, there will be something for every wine connoisseur. The Annual Wine Extravaganza in April will be a weekend full of fine wine, food and fun! For a list of more wine events taking place, visit cdawinefest.com. Tickets are $15 and include 6 wine tastings and a complimentary wine glass. Additional tasting tickets may be purchased for $1 at the event. Wristbands and tickets will be supplied in The Coeur d’Alene Resort Plaza. Ticket sales are limited, purchase while still available! Visit www.cdadowntown.com for more information.

Happening in March, the Wine, Stein and Dine event raises money for the classrooms in the Post Falls School District. You can buy your tickets for $45 at the Post Falls branch Columbia Bank, Super 1, Trading Company, Enoteca, Post Falls School District Office and the Post Falls Chamber of Commerce. Visit www.pfefwsd.org for more information.