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Issue #167 💰 Retiring in Coeur d'Alene | 🍀 Coeur d'Alene St. Patrick’s Parade And Much Much More...

In This CDA Local Buzz Issue
📆 Coeur d’Alene Area Local Events (Now you can add your own event)
🔥 Local Business Spotlight 🔥
🚨 Brandon Cope Medical Massage 🚨

Upcoming Local Events Happening This Week
Please make sure to click on the links as they may be changed due to
weather or unforeseen incidents that we can not control at the Buzz 🐝.
MARCH 13, 2025
Desert Rose Band - Live in the Ballroom: - 6 pm - 9 pm
ID Fish and Game Meeting on Migratory Waterfowl: 5 pm - 7 pm
Beat the Brewer!: - 4:30 pm
Talon Tavern at Eagles 486 - Burger Night!: - 4 pm - 6 pm
Leadership Committee: 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
National Park Explorers (Ages 6-12): 1 pm - 2 pm
Winemakers’ Dinner with J. Bookwalter Winery At The Club at Prairie Falls: 6 pm - 8 pm
MARCH 14, 2025
2025 Home & Garden Show: 11 am
Music Video Friday: 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Artwalk Downtown Coeur d'Alene with Magpie: 4 pm - 7 pm
ROCK the Shamrock! At Coeur d'Alene Eagles: 6 pm - 10 pm
TGIF Club (Ages 12-19): 4 pm - 5:30 pm
Matt's Place Foundation Rock the Shamrock!: 6 pm - 10 pm
MARCH 15, 2025
Faux Spring Wreath Class: 12 pm
Peter and the Starcatcher - Presented by CDA Charter Academy: 6 pm - 8 pm
St. Patrick’s Parade: 3 pm - 4 pm
Intro to Professional Musical Theatre (ages 8-13): 9:30 am - 11:30 am
Leprechaun Trap Tinkering (Ages 4-12): 10 am - 11 am
Rockfest 2025: 1 pm - 3 pm & 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Coeur d’Irish St. Patrick’s Day Party At The Coeur d'Alene Resort: 5 pm - 9 pm
MARCH 16, 2025
Sunday Funday: 1 pm - 5 pm
Sunday Serenades: a Monthly Music Event (All Ages): 2 pm - 3:30 pm
Hot Winter Nights: 4 pm - 10 pm
$5 Buy in Bingo Weekend: 11 am
MARCH 17, 2025
Bingo in the Ballroom: 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Camp Coeur d'Alene | Spring Break 2025: 11 pm
Bardenay Charity Night / Make-A-Wish Idaho: 5 pm - 9 pm
From Books to Bricks (Ages 6-12): 4 pm - 5 pm
S’mores by the Shores: 3:30 pm - 9 pm
MARCH 18, 2025
Paint & Sip Classes: 6 pm
Camp Coeur d'Alene | Spring Break 2025: 12 am - 11:59 pm
Extra Trade Credit Event: 10 am
Miniatures in March (Ages 6-12): 4 pm - 5 pm
Igloos on the Lake: 10 am - 10:30 pm
MARCH 19, 2025
Hospice of North Idaho Volunteer Orientation: 5:30 pm - 7 pm
Dine2Donate Benefitting Open Arms: 7 am - 3 pm
Stronger in Body & Mind (Ages 16+): 9:30 am - 10:30 am
Sunset Cruise in a SpaBoat!: 6 pm - 8 pm
Drop In Genealogy Help at Hayden Library: 1 pm - 4 pm
Fiber Meetup - Interested in Learning How To Create with Fiber: 6:30 pm


Companions Animal Center, formerly Kootenai Humane Society, has cared for and found homes for unwanted animals for over 45 years. Please visit our website, companionsanimalcenter.org, for more information, or stop by Tuesdays through Sundays starting at noon each day. You can give to their causes in many ways, so please CLICK HERE to donate if you would like 🙏.


Please click the image below for the full story
Brandon Cope Medical Massage, founded by Brandon Cope in Coeur d'Alene, offers a specialized approach to healing through medical massage, corrective exercise, personal training, and nutrition coaching. With a background in teaching human sciences and years of hands-on experience, Brandon focuses on helping clients with complex, chronic pain conditions—especially those who have struggled to find relief elsewhere. His practice has grown from a part-time venture into a full-time business in just three years, thanks to his unique skills and personalized approach.
Many of his patients have called him the “last resort” practitioner, Brandon’s reputation for solving difficult cases has earned him a loyal clientele. His upcoming self-help book on lower back pain will provide even more resources for those seeking relief. With a genuine passion for helping others and an educational approach to wellness, Brandon continues to make a meaningful impact in his community, helping clients reclaim their health and well-being.

Merlin’s Comedy Club Presents
Jonnie W (March 22 at the Kroc Center)
Special Ticket Prices Just For CDA Local Buzz Readers

Grab your tickets to see Jonnie W at the Kroc Center. The tickets are selling out fast as March 22nd is right around the corner. Merlin’s Comedy Club has provided our subscribers with a special ticket price when you use our code on checkout.
This special code is just for our CDA Local Buzz subscribers and will save you $3 off of the current ticket price. The code is: LOCAL BUZZ
Enter that code upon check out when you grab your tickets HERE
Retiring in Coeur d'Alene: The Strengths and Weaknesses of a $1.3M Retirement Plan

76-year-old retiree in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, living on a pension and $1.3 million in savings, has made strong financial choices but faces potential risks. While debt-free and frugal, her overly conservative investments may not keep pace with inflation. Experts recommend diversifying her portfolio and preparing for long-term care needs to ensure lasting financial security. Read More…
Coeur d'Alene Goes Green
Annual St. Patrick’s Parade Returns March 16

Coeur d'Alene's annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade returns to Sherman Avenue on March 16 at 3 p.m., featuring festive floats, costumes, and community groups. Hosted by the Coeur d'Alene Downtown Association, the event promises family-friendly fun, local entertainment, and special offerings from downtown businesses. Learn More…
Blood Moon Alert: Total Lunar Eclipse to Light Up Skies Over the Americas This Week
A total lunar eclipse will turn the moon red on the night of March 13–14, 2025, with the best views from North and South America. Starting at 2:26 a.m. Eastern and peaking around 3 a.m., the eclipse will be visible to the naked eye without special equipment.
Controversial Law Signed: Idaho to Allow Firing Squad if Lethal Injection Unavailable

Governor Brad Little has signed a bill allowing firing squads for executions in Idaho if lethal injection drugs are unavailable, positioning the state as the first likely to use this method in modern times. The decision, aimed at ensuring capital punishment enforcement, has sparked heated debate over its ethical and legal implications. Read More…
Why Eggs Are Still Expensive for Easter
And When Prices Might Fall

Egg prices remain at record highs as Easter and Passover near, driven by avian flu impacts, feed costs, and supply chain issues. Though consumers should expect higher prices this spring, experts predict potential relief later in 2025 as egg production recovers and supply chains improve. Read More…
Open House for Men Ready To Take Back Control Of Their Health at Holistic and Unafraid!

Dr. Renee Mottoh of Holistic and Unafraid Health Optimization for Men is having their Open House on Wednesday, March 19th from 11 am to 7 pm.
🎁 Exciting Giveaways Include:
🎉 Parafy Kit + Free Consultation
🎉 Cell Core Jumpstart Kit + Free Consultation
🎉 1 Month Free at A.S.A.P Gym (for the first 3 who book a visit!)
🎉 Holster from Carey Concealment
🎉 Fishing Pole from Cast Away Fly Shop 🎉 Hoodies, Hats, & Tow Straps
Experience expert care, a welcoming atmosphere, and great prizes! Don't miss out—mark your calendar and bring a friend! 🎉💙 Learn More Here…

6A IEL Player of the Year
Reese Strawn

Congrats Reese - proof that hard work and determination pays off 💪

Captive Kokanee Broodstock Could Secure Idaho’s Fishing Future

Idaho Fish and Game is launching a captive broodstock program to stabilize kokanee stocking numbers across the state. By raising kokanee in a hatchery rather than relying solely on wild populations for eggs, the agency aims to ensure more consistent fishing opportunities. The program, started in 2021, is expected to produce eggs for stocking by 2025, improving both fisheries management and recreational angling experiences. Learn More…

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