Korean BBQ is coming to CDA + fall fests this weekend! 🍂

Happy Friday! We’ve been absolutely spoiled with this gorgeous fall weather! Has anyone visited the pumpkin patches or haunted attractions from our Fall Guide? How was it? Reply to this email and let me know if there’s a spot I definitely need to check out!!

Featured Finds & Coming Soon ✨

• Patriot's Bar is Officially Open! They completely revamped the former Mik's space (no more stripper pole) and are serving up cocktails and cold beer while benefitting our local VFW.
• Korean BBQ Coming Soon! A new Korean BBQ restaurant is taking over the old JB's building on Appleway. It’s brought to you by the owners behind Fu-Ki. No official name or opening date announced just yet, but we'll keep you posted!
• You know national chains won't end up on the Guide, but I still like to keep you in the loop on local developments. Port of Subs is coming to the Wilbur & Hwy 95 lot near Five Guys.
• As I’m writing this from Terre Coffee, the Chipotle manager is conducting interviews for the new CDA location over by At Home and Cultura. Chipotle won't be on the Guide either, but they're clearly getting closer to opening. We'll see if this location sticks around longer than the old Appleway one years ago (remember that?).

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Local Events & Updates 🎉

• 315 Pumpkin Party (Friday, Oct 9 | Doors open at 4 PM): Head to 315 Cuisine at the historic Greenbriar Inn for live music by Snacks at Midnight, a live DJ, and fun autumn vibes! Get tickets and details here. 🎶
• New Leaf Fall Festival (Friday, Oct 9 | 11 AM–6 PM, Saturday, Oct 10 | 9 AM–5 PM, Sunday, Oct 11 | 11 AM–4 PM): Head over to New Leaf Nursery in Hayden for a huge local favorite featuring bounce houses, a petting zoo, community crafts, $5 face painting, a beer & wine garden, 20+ food vendors, live music, and local artisan booths! Free admission! 🍂
• Hometown Chiropractic Family Fall Fest (Saturday, Oct 10 | 2–5 PM): Stop by 291 E Appleway Ave for a free community gathering featuring a bounce house, pumpkin painting, local vendors, family games, and delicious food and drinks! 🎃
• Coeur d'Alene Cars & Coffee (Saturdays | 8–11 AM): Free to attend at the CDA Church of the Nazarene! Bring your ride or wander around to check out the vehicles. 🚗
• Kootenai County Farmers' Market (Saturdays | 9 AM–1:30 PM): Grab fresh local produce, crisp fall blooms, and artisan creations at Hwy 95 & Prairie Ave. Running every Saturday through October! 🌸

Fall is hands down the best time to get outside for a crisp autumn hike! Check out our guide to the 5 Best Hiking Trails in CDA and go soak up those incredible fall colors this weekend! 🍁

Also, I was recently interviewed by Dr. Sara Zwink and Ryan Bones for The List CDA series on Instagram! Be sure to give them a follow and keep an eye on socials next week. I’ll be giving away a $50 gift card to the local restaurant of your choice!

Have an amazing weekend enjoying the sunshine, crisp air, and local festivities!