Free events in Kootenai County, ID

Celebrate the season with an autumn preschool storytime at the Coeur d'Alene Public Library. Designed for children ages 3 to 5 with a caregiver, each session features engaging read-alouds and interactive activities that spark curiosity and support foundational literacy. There is plenty of music and movement, and the program concludes with a creative craft.

The Tattoo Temple is throwing a Halloween flash party filled with spooky fun. Tattoos are available at special prices from $30 to $80. Wear a costume to take part in a contest connected to a free tattoo, and enjoy a festive celebration of the season.

Celebrate the 11th year of this family friendly Trunk or Treat at Lakeland High School in Rathdrum. The festivities will be set up in the teacher parking lot on the east side of campus, with attendee parking available in the student lot on the west side and additional spaces across the street at Lakeland Middle School. Crossing guards will be on site to help everyone cross safely. This free community gathering is supported by local businesses, organizations, and families who decorate their vehicles and hand out candy. Those interested in hosting a trunk can find participation details on the organizer’s website.

Open to children and adults, Bountiful Sunday Meals at Community Presbyterian Church in Post Falls provides a wholesome, nutritious meal for anyone in the community each Sunday. Takeout meals are available for those who would like to bring food home.

Celebrate indoor greenery at a houseplant-focused event offering complimentary repotting for root-bound plants by knowledgeable experts. Bring your favorite plants for a refresh and either use a pot you already own or select one from the available assortment. Soil and hands-on expertise are provided. While your plants are being repotted, take time to explore the garden center solarium filled with lush houseplants. Participation is limited to six plants per person, and repotting is available for containers up to 12 inches.

At the Coeur d'Alene Public Library, drop in for a free real estate consultation with local professionals. No appointment is required. Bring your questions and receive practical guidance on your home's current market value, strategies for downsizing or moving to a larger place, options for relocation or purchasing a second home, and remodeling ideas aimed at maximizing return on investment. Century 21 agents Janene Kain, Lisa Patterson, and Michael Farrell will be available in the Gozzer Room on the first Wednesday of each month.

Enjoy multiple rounds of Houseplant Bingo, interactive plant trivia, and the chance to win houseplants and plant-related prizes. The gathering welcomes both experienced houseplant lovers and those just starting out, with space to connect and share a lively afternoon in the barn. Seating is limited to 32 guests, and sign-up is required to reserve a seat. Outside food and beverages are not permitted in the barn.