January 2012 Coeur d'Alene Newsline

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Coeur d’Alene High School Sports

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Calendar of Events

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NORTHWEST’S BEST

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hat a lucky person I am to be able to spend most of my days in the company of dogs and humans who love their pet!

I find that people who love their dogs are fantastic people. They possess some of the same great qualities as dogs such as loyalty, obedience, friendliness (most of the time!) and usually know what they like to eat!

Similar qualities, but different needs! Dogs! A whole different animal! All animals should be fed a ‘species appropriate’ diet. In the case of canines, a grain free food is best. Be a label reader with your pet’s food.

Be watchful of words like by-product meal, animal or meat meal. Soluble fiber could actually be sawdust or peanut hulls. Corn has been linked to skin allergies, joint swelling and bloat in dogs, among other things. If you take care of your pet by feeding that all important ‘species appropriate’ diet, you will lessen many common medical issues and have a better chance of spending many quality years with your pet.

At GoodDog, we are dedicated to bringing products that are safe and beneficial. We carry great foods for dogs and cats, toys, apparel and more that help keep your

dog happy and healthy.

Coeur d’Alene is not only a great place to live, but is also a great place to be an animal lover! We have two nice dog parks (thanks to our friends at the KC Dog Park Association) and we have great boarding facilities, groomers and luckily, we have some nice local places that provide services, products and places to sit and enjoy a cup of coffee or lunch with your dog.

Take some time to spend with your pet. Your blood pressure will level out nicely and you will make lots of new friends.

GoodDog

We believe in quality foods, treats, toys and apparel that is both safe and beneficial for your pet! We also carry quality cat foods! We carry the following brands: Orijen/Acana, Nature’s Logic, Fromms, Stella and Chewy’s, Instinct, PureVita, Taste of the Wild, Weruva, TikiDog, TikiCat, Merrick, Kong, Angel Eyes/Plaque Off, Puppia, Nylabone and more! www.gooddog-us.com.

Coeur d’Alene—3115 North Government Way 208.664.4364

Paws and Claws

K-9 social club, feline parlour and bath house. Whether your pet is with us for one day, one week, or a month, we’re genuinely committed

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Hot Tubs by “Beachcomber”. 14 models in stock and on display. All supplies and water care in stock.

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to treating all with respect, kindness and what we do best, LOVE! www.pawsandclawsresort.com Coeur d’Alene—2900 North Government Way 208.667.6700

LaundraMUTT Do It Yourself Dog Wash

We provide everything but the dirty dog and we clean up the mess.

Self service is first come first served for $15.00 per dog and $5.00 nail trim if needed. By appointment we also offer full serivce dog and cat grooming. We love dogs of all sizes. Do It Yourself hours TuesdaySaturday 10am-5pm. Grooming by appointment beginning at 8am Tuesday-Saturday.

Coeur d’Alene—2900 North Government Way 208.676.8828

RE/MAX All Seasons

Duncan’s Pet Shop

Your neighborhood pet shop. We have over 25 years experience and are family owned and operated. Our goal is to ensure your pets, reptiles and fish have a happy, healthy life. As a full line pet shop we offer fish, birds, reptiles, pet supplies and small pocket pets. We also carry premium pet foods featuring NATURAL BALANCE. Coeur d’Alene—1302 North Government Way 208.667.0618

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Make Beer, Make Wine

Serving Post Falls, Coeur d’Alene, Hayden, Hope, Bonners Ferry, Sandpoint, Priest River and Schweitzer, Idaho.

Great wine, great beer, great cheese, great experience! More and more people are discovering how fun and easy it is to craft premium quality wines, beers and cheeses that they can call their own. Let our knowledgeable and friendly staff (Levi) help assist you in choosing the perfect wine or beer that we can ferment and filter for you or may take home. We carry everything you need to build all of your favorite brews and cheese! www.makewinemakebeer.com.

Coeur d’Alene—1411 North 4th Street 208.765.8576

Super Silver

If you love silver, you’ll love our store! We carry thousands of sterling silver and semi-precious stone jewelry including rings, earrings, chains, pendants, bracelets, anklets, hoops, charms, toe rings & more!

Coeur d’Alene—414 Sherman Avenue 208.667.8170

Treaty Rock Realty Inc.

Specializing in NORTH IDAHO REAL ESTATE, is the oldest, family owned real estate company in Post Falls, Idaho. Kirbi Swanson, Realtor, DB, GRI. Post Falls—112 East Seltice Way Office: 208.773.1745. Cell: 208.7559799

Army/Navy Outdoor

Locally owned and operated. We love made in USA. Only independent boot dealer in the panhandle: Redwing, Thorogood, Danner, Wolverine, Georgia and Vanson. Mens and women’s boots. Surplus, ammo cans, cargo, camo, wool pants and wool blankets too. Carhart work clothing and more. Yes we special order. Come and see us!

Coeur d’Alene—1620 North Government Way 208.667.6829

Happy New Year! www.AllSeasonsTeam.com 509 North Fifth Avenue, Suite E Sandpoint, Idaho 83864

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Rejuvenating Rays

Come in and relax, rejuvenate and tan in a classy “spa” like setting.

Featuring Pro Sun High and Low intensity beds. Also try our Sunlighten Infrared Sauna. Infrared therapy provides many health benefits including, weight loss, reduced blood pressure and pain relief.

Coeur d’Alene—2900 North Government Way 208.664.4500

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HEALTH AND BEAUTY

10 Tips to a Healthy New You for 2012 BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE PRESIDENT’S COUNCIL ON PHYSICAL FITNESS AND SPORTS

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tart your day with breakfast. Breakfast fills your “empty tank” to get you going after a long night without food and it can help you do better in school. Easy to prepare breakfasts include cold cereal with fruit and low-fat milk, whole-wheat toast with peanut butter, yogurt with fruit, whole-grain waffles or even last night’s pizza!

Get Moving! It’s easy to fit physical activities into your daily routine. Walk, bike or jog to see friends. Take a 10-minute activity break every hour while you read, do homework or watch TV. Climb stairs instead of taking an escalator or elevator. Try to do these things for a total of 30 minutes every day.

Then cool-down with more stretching and deep breathing.

Balance your food choices - don’t eat too much of any one thing. You don’t have to give up foods like hamburgers, french fries and ice cream to eat healthy.

You just have to be smart about how often and how much of them you eat. Your body needs nutrients like protein, carbohydrates, fat and many different vitamins and minerals.

Foods aren’t good or bad. A healthy eating style is like a puzzle with many parts. Each part, or food, is different. Some foods may have more fat, sugar or salt while others may have more vitamins or fiber. There is a place for all these foods. What makes a diet good or Snack smart. Snacks are a great way to refuel. Choose bad is how foods fit together. Balancing your choices is snacks from different food groups - a glass of low-fat important. Fit in a higher-fat food, like pepperoni pizza, milk and a few graham crackers, an apple or celery at dinner by choosing lower-fat foods at other meals. sticks with peanut butter and raisins or some dry cereal. And don’t forget about moderation. If two pieces of pizza If you eat smart at other meals, cookies, chips and fill you up, you don’t need a third. candy are okay for occasional snacking.

Make healthy eating and physical activities fun! Take Work up a sweat. Vigorous work-outs - when you’re advantage of physical activities you and your friends breathing hard and sweating - help your heart pump enjoy doing together and eat the foods you like. Be better, give you more energy and help you look and feel adventurous - try new sports, games and other activities best. Start with a warm-up that stretches your muscles. as well as new foods. You’ll grow stronger, play longer, Include 20 minutes of aerobic activity, such as running, and look and feel better! Set realistic goals - don’t try jogging, or dancing. Follow-up with activities that help changing too much at once. make you stronger such as push-ups or lifting weights.

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SENIOR FOCUS

Warning Signs for Seniors

10 WARNING SIGNS THAT SENIORS MAY BE IN TROUBLE AT HOME

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hile visiting a senior in their home you may discover that their situation has changed since the last time you were there. These changes don’t automatically indicate that the individual needs more care but it’s important to be aware so that appropriate measures can be taken. Over 86% of seniors surveyed stated that they wanted to age in their own home. Keeping seniors healthy, happy, active and safe in their own homes is the key. Here are 10 signs that could indicate a senior might need more help at home.

1. A Change in Appearance or Condition of the Home—If mom never cared much about her house, the fact that it’s a little messier than usual might not indicate a problem. However, if the house was always spotless, a messy home might mean trouble is brewing.

2. Clutter—Piles of magazines or clothing could be an indicator that an older adult needs more help.

3. Dirty or Unkempt Clothing—Lack of interest in appearance can be a sign of depression in a senior.

4. Unpaid Bills—A pile of unpaid bills or correspondence is an alarming sign that could require a family caregiver to intervene immediately

in the best interest of a loved one.

5. Fresh Food Replaced with Junk Food—A senior who loses interest in cooking sometimes resorts to junk food.

6. Spoiled Food in the Fridge or Freezer—Spoiled food could be an early sign that a senior no longer has an appetite and is not eating properly.

7. Bugs or Rodents in the Home—An older adult who no longer can clean a home properly may be vulnerable to bugs and rodents.

8. Confusion—Disorientation could be a sign of dementia, a problem with a medication or another medical issue that needs to be assessed by a doctor.

9. Unfilled Prescriptions—A senior could be forgetting to take medications or cannot afford to refill them.

10. Spills on Floors and Countertops—Older adults with mobility problems may no longer be able to clean up spills, reach high places to dust and change light bulbs and bend under beds to take care of messes.

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NORTHWEST SKI RESORTS

2012’s best Northw

Snowbowl AN EMINENTLY CHALLENGING MOUNTAIN It may feel provincial, but with 2,600 vertical feet of skiable terrain, Snowbowl, the local ski area for Missoula, is a hefty, eminently challenging mountain. Thanks to its out-of-the way location, it has undergone relatively little commercial development. The Lilliputian base area is wedged into a valley so narrow that a mountain stream runs beneath the floorboards of the Last Run Saloon. The mountain is served by two chairlifts that take you to Snowbowl’s crowning glory: a half-mile-high face peppered with glades and plastered with powder. Grizzly Chute, the area’s trademark run, is a half-tube that’s roughly the height of the Empire State Building and about as steep.

Olympic medalist Billy Kidd has rated it one of the ten toughest runs in the Rockies. Or if you prefer long groomers, then the three mile long Paradise is the run for you. Whatever floats your skis or board, Snowbowl is one of the West’s great bargains. www.montanasnowbowl.com.

49 Degrees North A FAMILY FRIENDLY MOUNTAIN RESORT

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ashington state’s best kept secret, 49° North Mountain Resort truly offers adventures for everyone. This traditional Northwest resort is blessed with wide open groomed runs, moguls, desert dried powder and hundreds of acres of legendary tree skiing. “The peak of winter activity is literally on Chewelah Peak at 49 Degrees North Mountain Resort. With acres of legendary tree skiing, local skiers and riders know that 49 Degrees North is Washington state’s best kept winter secret. Washington state’s second largest ski resort, 49 Degrees North is Located just 9 miles east of Chewelah. 49 Degrees North also has a Nordic ski center complete with 25 kilometers of groomed trails with both track and skate decks. Visit www.ski49n.com for the latest snow conditions and to learn more about our resort services.”

“The Northwest’s Family Friendly Mountain Resort”

Lost Trail Powder Mountain THE ROCKY MOUNTAIN’S HIDDEN JEWEL Lost Trail Powder Mountain sits atop the Continental Divide on Highway 93 where Montana and Idaho meet. With over 300 inches of snowfall every year, these still undiscovered slopes await your visit.

Open Thursday thru Sunday, with extended hours during holiday periods, this family owned-and-operated jewel offers a ski and snowboard experience from yesteryear. They operate under a Special Use Permit by the Bitterroot National Forest on both the Bitterroot and Salmon National Forests. www.losttrail.com.

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DINING GUIDE

Best Rest aurant s of 2012

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Calypsos Coffee & Creamery ECLECTIC FUN AND AMAZING COFFEE

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alypsos was established in 2008. The business was started by a local area native with the desire to be involved with the downtown business district and to also be involved in working with people. They did this by adding in their personal touch of “LOVE” for Coffee. Calypsos has adapted to local markets and the economy, but the coffee shop’s strengths remain the same: serving a quality product with pride in a timely manner and outstanding customer service in an incredibly captivating, yet comfortable atmosphere.

You’ll find amazing coffee at Calypsos, which they roast on site, and a combination of ice cream, fantastic food and live music on a regular basis. They display artwork from local artists, offer free wi-fi, have a play area for kids and also offer a Smart Room for meeting rentals.

Todd, Maria-Cristina, Kyle, Tyler and Mariah Jenicek are Idaho “natives” and are excited to be involved with Downtown Coeur d’Alene. There’s no place more beautiful than Coeur d’ alene, Idaho and our Calypsos Coffee & Creamery is smack dab in middle of it all.

We are one block from the Coeur d’Alene Resort, the Chamber of Commerce and the City Beach. We have seen many changes in this area and the people and we are very excited about what is in our future here with the people who visit and return to Calypsos.

AMERICAN Calypsos Coffee and Creamery—$

At Calpsos you’ll find a combination of amazing coffee, which they roast on-site, ice cream, fantastic food and live music on a regular basis. They display artwork from local artists, offer free wi-fi, have a

play area for the kids and also offer a Smart Room for meeting rentals! www.calypsoscoffee.com.

Coeur d’Alene—116 East Lakeside Avenue 208.665.0591

GW Hunters—$/$$/$$$

Our mission is to bring customers “The best quality foods and service, at a fair price.” We know you have many choices when dining out and want to do everything possible to make GW Hunters the place of choice. We only buy the freshest ingredients and cook every meal to order and we always strive for perfection. Thank you for allowing us both the honor and privilege to serve you. God Bless, the GW Hunters staff. Breakfast, lunch and dinner. www.gwhunterssteakhouse.com.

Post Falls—615 North Spokane Street 208.777.9388

Wolf Lodge Steakhouse—$$$

The Wolf Lodge reputation is built upon decades of doing steak right.

Starting with “choice” cuts of meats, aged to perfection; and adding just the right rub, we char-broil over apple wood to instill our menu items with that hard to duplicate smoky flavor that reminds one of the great outdoors. www.wolflodgerestaurants.com Coeur d’Alene—11741 East Frontage Road 208.664.6665

Porky G’s—$/$$

We carefully pick full-flavored cuts of meat. We feature pit-style barbecue which means SLOW smoked over seasoned hardwoods. www.porkygscda.com.

Coeur d’Alene—1527 Northwest Boulevard 208.665.0044

SEAFOOD Fisherman’s Market—$/$$

If you are a seafood lover, the Fisherman’s Market is your kind of place. They offer a variety of fishwiches, fish and chips, salads, snacks and sushi. Open Monday-Saturday, 11am-8pm. www.fishermansmarketcda.com.

Coeur d’Alene—215 West Kathleen 208.664.4800

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he Lake City student body was awarded the Fish by a group of judges from the surrounding area. Tickets for the games were sold out and the games attracted an overflow crowd of 1,800. It was the ninth time in 14 games Lake City has won the fish. It has also been the 2nd time in two years for LC. “I’m happy for the school,” coach Jim Winger said. “You can’t imagine how much work both of these schools put in to make this happen. It’s an awesome thing.”

The Viking boys outmanned the Timberwolves 55-31 and the Viking girls put a similar hurt on LC 51-31 in Inland Empire League games at Elmer Jordan Court.

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Special Honors for the Vikings

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HALICH 2011 ESPN/GATORADE & 5A IDAHO PLAYER OF THE YEAR. Chad Chalich, quarterback for the 5A State Champion Vikings Football team, has been named Idaho’s 2011 ESPN/Gatorade Player of the Year as well as the 5A Player of the year! Gatorade’s criteria in choosing the Player of the Year includes athletic production and impact in the 2011 season, high academic achievement and exemplary personal character. Chalich led the Vikings to their second 5A State Football Championship. He maintains a 3.52 GPA and has volunteered locally on behalf of the homeless and the Elderhelp of North Idaho Program.

Congratulations!

CHS DRAMA WINS STATE CHAMPIONSHIP! The CHS Drama Department, under Drama teacher Jared Helm, captured the State Drama Championship December 4, 2011. Nick Pratt, Courtney Biggs, Amelia Nelson, Becca Sims, Wyatt Abrao, Mitch Clarke, Dana Savage, Mitch McCausland, Jessica Shehan and Emily Christensen made it to finals at state and the following students placed: Nick Pratt - Solo Serious 1st place and Properties 1st place, Mitch Clarke - Solo Pantomime 1st place and Dana Savage - Makeup 3rd place.

Congratulations!

IEL 5A FOOTBALL COACH, PLAYERS OF THE YEAR NAMED FOR THE SECOND YEAR IN A ROW, SHAWN AMOS. Head Vikings Football Coach, has been named the 5A Coach of the Year for the IEL. Also named by the IEL for 2011 are: Offensive MVP Chad Chalich, Defensive MVP Joe Roletto, Running Back Carlos Martinez, Wide Receivers Bubba Duran and Deon Watson, Offensive Linemen Matt Howard, Jeremiah Hazard and Matt James, Defensive Lineman Alec Hamilton, Linebackers Jake Cheesman, Keagan Dunn and Jarrett Johnson, and Defensive Back Reece Mahaffy. Congratulations to all the Varsity 5A State Football Champs as well!

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EVENTS & ACTIVITIES January 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 - $120,000 Game Show Blitz at the Coeur d’Alene Casino Resort. Come join us at the Coeur d’ Alene Casino Resort for their $120,000 Game Show Blitz! Play the Casino’s very own Spin the Wheel. Two winners every hour win up to $500 cash and EPC, must be a Rewards member playing with Rewards card to be randomly chosen as a winner. One win per day per person. www.cdacasino.com.

January 13-February 4 - Opening Reception with Artist Kay O’Rourke.

Informal painting demonstration and talk by the artist on Saturday, January 14th starting at 1:00 in the gallery. 23 new works - 11 oil paintings, 11 charcoal and pastel on paper drawings and 1 mixed media piece in collaboration with her sister Gina Freuen. 5pm-8pm. The Art Spirit Gallery, 415 Sherman Avenue, Coeur d’Alene, 208.765.6006. www.theartspiritgallery.com.

January 14 - Go Zag $4,000 Giveaway!

Come out to the Coeur d’ Alene Casino Resort for your chance to win their Go Zag $4,000 Giveaway! Win tickets to: San Diego. Enter to win a $500 package which includes: 2 tickets to select GU games, 2 Herak Room tickets, pre-game social, 1 night deluxe accommodation, $100 dinner certificate and limo transportation to and from CDA Casino Resort to McCarthy Center. 5-8pm.

January 14-February 4 - 2012 Crisis Intervention Training. Wednesdays/ Saturdays. The North Idaho Violence Prevention Center (NIVPC) 30-hour comprehensive training session dealing in a range of community issues to provide skills for assisting individuals in crisis for all volunteers. For more information on CIT or specific volunteer opportunities, please call us at 208.664.9303. www.nivpc.org.

January 15 - Lookout’s Winter Carnival.

Leave the city behind and come play in

the snow at Lookout’s Winter Carnival, Family Fun Day and Pacific Northwest National Wife Carrying Contest. The hill is alive with fun and games for all ages, along with live music in the lodge. And you don’t want to miss the celebration’s marquee event: Lookout’s Wife Carrying Contest is a must-have experience for every happy couple on the snow. Not only is it a chance to win some cold, hard cash, you won’t find a better way to bond with your spouse! I-90 Exit 0, Mullan, Idaho.

208.744.1301.

January 15 - Fundraiser for Brenden Nichols. 7pm-8:30pm. Cabaret, silent auction event for Brenden Nichols. A Coeur d’Alene High School graduate, he was injured in a car accident in November.

He remains in a rehabilitation facility and this event is to assist with medical bills.

Featured singers: Aaron Baldwin, Rebeka Monitz-Shy, Teri Grubb, Caleb Ratelle, Anne Mitchell and more! Food Sales and silent auction. Tickets at Idaho Lights, 6055 North Sunshine Street or at the door.

Lake City Community Church, 6000 North Ramsey Road, Coeur d’ Alene.

January 21, - Black and White Ball.

Templin’s Red Lion Resort, Post Falls.

Reservations $90 and available only at Coeur d’Alene Symphony Office. 6-9pm.

208.765.3833 or visit www.cdasymphony.org.

January 21 - Right to Life March and Rally. 10-11am. Highway 95 & Dalton Avenue in CDA. January 25 - The Elephant Room.

The Elephant Room features blunt conversations between seven influential pastors who take differing approaches to ministry. No keynotes. No canned messages. These are “the conversations you never thought you’d hear.” All conversations are moderated by James MacDonald of Harvest Bible Chapel and Mark Driscoll of Mars Hill Church. To sign-up and learn more visit www.theelephantroom.com. The Salvation Army Kroc Center, Coeur d’Alene. 9am.

January 25 - Avista Energy Fair. Event will provide information on energy efficiency, weatherization and bill

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assistance along with demonstrations on ways to keep homes warm and safe this winter. 3:30-6:30pm. Lake City Center, 1916 North Lakewood Drive.

January 26 - Northwest Wine Tasting.

Come experience the wine of Latah Creek Winery at the Sweet Grass Cafe.

7pm. Price: $5 at the door. Coeur d’Alene Casino Resort Hotel, 37914 South Nukwalqw Road, Worley, Idaho.

1.800.523.2464.

January 29 - The Snowflake Ball. 6:3010pm. 5685 North Pioneer Drive, Coeur D Alene. A ballroom & swing dance (formal/ semi-formal) on the biggest dance floor ever! At Skate Plaza in Coeur d’Alene.

Enjoy MasterClass Big Band, a mini dance lesson—along with a few surprises!

Tickets are available in advance now through January 23rd ($12), or at the door ($15), from Skate Plaza: 208.772.9507 or Ken Dahlke: 208.661.0262. For more info email: ken@kdclan.com or visit the Facebook page: Snowflake Ball on Facebook. www.mcjo.org.

SHOWS/MUSIC/ARTS January 13-29 - “RENT”. A group of impoverished young artists and musicians struggle to survive and create in New York’s Lower East Side during the thriving days of Bohemian Alphabet City, under the shadow of HIV/AIDS. Music and Lyrics

by Jonathan Larson. Directed by Troy Nickerson. Music Direction by Zack Baker.

Choreographed by Jillian Wylie and Troy Nickerson. www.lakecityplayhouse.org.

January 15 - Elvis as Performed by Nathan Belt. 7pm. Coeur d’Alene Casino Resort Hotel, 37914 South Nukwalqw Road, Worley, Idaho. 1.800.523.2464.

January 20 - The Colourflies. Lucifayria at The Grail Venue and Restaurant, 4720 Selttice Way Coeur d’Alene. Acoustic performance opening up for Scotty Can’t Do Comedy and an ABSOLUTELY HILARIOUS stand up comedian. 7pm.

January 27 - Music Walk. 5-8pm. Every fourth Friday from January to April, stroll through beautiful downtown

Coeur d’Alene and enjoy live music performances from some of our local favorites! Visit supporting restaurants, shops, businesses and galleries with your friends and family! A family-friendly, free event! Come and join us! Visit www.artsincda.org.

January 29 - Banff Mountain Film Festival. 6pm, $13 in advance, $15 at the door. The Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour is a yearly collection of new films that tour over 360 cities worldwide.

Subject matter can range from adrenaline fueled sports, to adventure, travel in exotic locations and a cultural look at mountain communities from around the world.

Tickets can be purchased at Vertical Earth (208.667.5503), Camera Corral (208.664.2420), Two Wheeler Dealer (208.772.8179), and Zip’s Drive-In on Sherman Avenue (208.667.0723). For more information visit www.mountain-fever.com.

UPCOMING EVENTS February 3, 10, 17, 24 - Toyota Ski Free Day. The DRIVER of any TOYOTA who comes to the designated “Ski the NW Rockies” ski area on the designated day will receive a FREE lift ticket VALID FOR THAT DAY ONLY. No vouchers or passes are required. Just drive your Toyota to the mountain on that day. Feb. 3rd: Silver Mountain, Feb. 10th: Mt. Spokane, Feb. 17th: Lookout Pass, Feb. 25th: 49 Degrees North.

February 4 - Sharing the Love. Give back to your local charities. The Silver Lake Mall is proud to present this very distinc-

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tive and exclusive shopping event. For $5 admission you will be treated to: Special Store Discounts, Exclusive Chocolate Tastings, Fun Prize Wheel, Complimentary Refreshments and a Raffle for a Special Stay at a Local Hotel. 100% of the proceeds will benefit participating non-profit organizations in North Idaho. The Mall Management office will also be hosting a Special Savings on Spend $75 in combined receipts and receive a $10 Shop Etc. Gift Card. (This is available to public). If the shopper is part of the Sharing the Love event, they will get an additional $5 gift card to a local retailer. (While supplies last). Contact Melissa Schock for questions 208.762.2113. 4-7pm. www.silverlakemall.

SILVER MOUNTAIN EVENTS SCHEDULE 1/12 - Powder Thursday. Join us for fresh tracks.

1/14 - Bison Chili Demo Day. Free Montrail Bison Chili on the mountain. Karaoke with a Kick Tequila Leah brings her special brand of Karaoke to Noah’s Canteen, 8-11pm.

1/19 - Powder Thursday. Join us for fresh tracks.

1/21 - Pirate Festival Themed Party.

Food and drink specials featuring Captain Morgans, Smirnoff Coconut and Banana Bread and Chocolate Stout beers by Young’s.

Costume contest at Noah’s Canteen.

Febuary 10 - The Chocolate Affair.

The sweetest ‘Walk’ of the year. For the chocoholic in all of us! Join in the tasting, or be a part of the show. Showcase your best recipe in one of the downtown Coeur d’Alene sites. 5-8pm. Chocolatiers please contact 208.415.0116 for information on how to be a part of this very popular event!

February 17-March 4 - Epic Proportions.

Two feuding brothers, a love interest, an incompetent crew, a missing director and 3400 extras try to make the largest epic film ever…in the Arizona desert. What could go awry? By Larry Coen and David Crane. Directed by Doug Dawson. Visit www.lakecityplayhouse.org.

February 19 - Event at Quisenberry Marketing & Design. The Coeur d’ Alene Casino Resort presents Micahel Firestone performing a Michael Jackson Tribute.

Tickets on sale now, $15 general admission or $20 reserved seating. 7-8pm.

1.800.523.2474. www.quisenberry.net.

1/26 - Powder Thursday. Join us for fresh tracks.

1/28 - Ugly Sweater Day. Support your local thrift store or dig through your parent’s closet to find the tackiest garment possible.

Participants with the ugliest one wins! Karaoke with a Kick Tequila Leah brings her special brand of Karaoke to Noah’s Canteen.

8-11pm.

February 19 - 16th Annual Muzzleloading Arms & Pioneer Craft Show. Mountain Top Trading 509.397.4447. Building 1, $4 admission at The Fairgrounds, Kootenai County 4056 North Government Way, Coeur d’Alene. 5pm.

www.silvermt.com

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The little boy was late for Sunday school and the superintendent, seeing him slip in, detained him and asked him the reason. The boy shuffled his feet uncertainly for a moment, then blurted out, “I started out to go fishing instead, but my dad wouldn’t let me.”

The teacher of the earth science class was lecturing on map reading.

After explaining about latitude, longitude, degrees and minutes the teacher asked, “Suppose I asked you to meet me for lunch at 23 degrees, 4 minutes north latitude and 45 degrees, 15 minutes east longitude...?”

The superintendent beamed broadly. “A wise father,” he said. “He was quite right not to let you go fishing on a Sunday. Did he explain why?”

The little boy nodded. “Oh, yes sir. He said there wasn’t enough bait for the two of us.”

PET BILLS While waiting at the veterinarian’s office, I overheard two women chatting about their dogs.

“What’s your dog’s name?” asked the first woman.

“Well, we used to call her Pork Chop,” answered the second lady. “But after the vet bills we’ve had for her, we now call her Filet Mignon.”

DOG FIGHT A man walks into a bar one day and asks, “Does anyone here own that rottweiler outside?”

“Yeah, I do!” a biker says, standing up. “What about it?”

“Well, I think my chihuahua just killed him...”

“What are you talkin’ about?!” the biker says, disbelievingly. “How could your little runt kill my rottweiler?”

“Well, it seems he got stuck in your dog’s throat!”

After a confused silence, a voice volunteered, “I guess you’d be eating alone.”

ILLEGAL TURN A man, in a hurry taking his eight-year-old son to school, made a turn at a red light where it was prohibited.

“Uh-oh, I just made an illegal turn!” the man said.

“Aw, Dad, it’s okay,” the son said. “The police car right behind us did the same thing.”

TWO ROACHES Two roaches were munching on garbage in an alley when one engages a discussion about a new restaurant.

“I was in that new restaurant across the street,” said one. “It’s so clean! The kitchen is spotless, and the floors are gleaming white.

There is no dirt anywhere--it’s so sanitary that the whole place shines.” pr0p3rty0fahaj0kes “Please,” said the other roach frowning. “Not while I’m eating!”

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Calypsos Coffee Company is Coeur d’Alene’s Casual Coffee House. Here you’ll find a combination of amazing coffee, which we roast on-site, ice cream, fantastic food and live music on a regular basis. We display artwork from local artists, offer free wi-fi, have a play area for the kids and also offer our Smart Room for meeting rentals!

HOURS:

Dream Interpretations

on Wednesdays

Mon-Thurs: 7am-8:30pm

Live Music

every Weekend

Open Mic Night

every Monday

Fundraisers

all Month Long!

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116 East Lakeside Avenue Coeur d’Alene, Idaho www.CalypsosCoffee.com 208.665.0591 Scan this code with a smart phone to visit our website!

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Friday: 7am-9pm Saturday: 8am-9pm Sunday: 8am-4pm