Coeur d’Alene and Post Falls Chamber Calendars

Coeur d’Alene Chamber of Commerce

THURSDAY, APRIL 5
100-Minute Reception: Join the Chamber in celebrating 100 years of success with these first Thursdays of the month, 100-Minute Wine & Cheese Receptions. The Receptions will be held at the Chamber Building from 5-6:40 p.m. (100 minutes). Open to members in good standing only, the 100-Minute will be hosted by the Decade Sponsor with each month being a themed program. This month’s Decade Sponsor is Time Warner Cable and will celebrate the ’60s decade theme. There will be fine wine and food, good company and a fun 1960’s trivia contest with prizes and giveaways. Information: Marilee, (208) 415-0111.

TUESDAY, APRIL April 10
Upbeat Breakfast: The Chamber’s Education Committee presents April’s Upbeat Breakfast, Tuesday, April 10. Alison Granier, M.D., from North Idaho Eye Institute will be the featured speaker. Upbeat Breakfast occurs the second Tuesday of every month at The Coeur d’Alene Resort. On average, about 150 members attend making it one of the most popular networking events in our community. Trade tables allow members to display their business and speak briefly about it to the group. The program features a different speaker each month, highlighting various topics of interest. With a reservation, the cost is $14 and includes breakfast and coffee. Reservations are due at noon the Friday before the breakfast. Information: Brenda Young, (208) 415-0110

SATURDAY, APRIL 14
Aw$um Auction: Come join the fun, food and flashbacks as the Chamber holds its annual Aw$um Auction. As part of the Chamber Centennial Celebration, this year’s theme is “Pick a Decade” which covers the early 1900s to today. The auction gives you the chance to bid and win fantastic products and services, which in the past, have included everything from cargo trailers, barbecues and puppies to cruises, lamps and oil changes. So — dust off that poodle skirt, dig out the disco bell bottoms and join us! Information: Diane, (208) 292-1635

THURSDAY, APRIL 26
Business After Hours: Join us for April’s Business After Hours from 5-6:30 p.m. Thursday, April 26, at North Idaho Physical Therapy, 1917 Lakewood Drive, Coeur d’Alene. Prizes, food and beverages will be provided. Information: Brenda Young, (208) 415-0110

FRIDAY, APRIL 13
2nd Friday ArtWalk: The first ArtWalk is on Friday, April 13! Mark your calendar! Every second Friday from April to December, stroll through beautiful Downtown Coeur d’Alene and enjoy local and nationally acclaimed artists. Visit supporting galleries, shops, restaurants and businesses with your friends and family. Come and join us! 5-8 p.m. just follow the yellow balloons! Information: Cheryl, (208) 292-1629

Post Falls Chamber of Commerce

FRIDAY, MARCH 30
Shooting for Success: 6:30 p.m. at Center Target Sports, 3295 E. Mullan Ave., Post Falls. $10 general admission. Tickets can be purchased at the Post Falls Chamber or Center Target Sports. Enjoy shooting game competitions with more than $2,000 in cash and prizes.

FRIDAY, APRIL 13
Post Falls Community Food Drive to benefit the Post Falls Food Bank: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. — Trading Company Stores parking lot.

TUESDAY, APRIL 17
Post Falls Chamber Takin’ Care of Business Luncheon: Doors open at 11:15 a.m. at Red Lion Templin’s. Featured speaker will be Jeff Sayer of Idaho Department of Commerce. Register online at www.postfallschamber.com. Cost is $14 per person.

THURSDAY, APRIL 19
Post Falls Chamber Community Business Fair: 5-7 p.m. — Greyhound Park & Event Center. Free parking and admission. More than 90 businesses displaying their goods and services all under one roof.