Boise Weekly Vol. 26 Issue 12

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Robo-Route

Should a driverless, trackless streetcar be the new circulator in Boise?

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Passport Please

George Prentice heads to Toronto Film Fest to screen a deluge of flicks

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The Voice

One-on-one with the Boise State play-by-play guy FREE TAKE ONE!

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EDITOR’S NOTE WATCH YOUR CYCLING/DRIVING/WALKING For the past several months, Boise Weekly HQ (523 Broad St.) has been surrounded by the construction of an apartment complex and two hotels and roadwork on the Central Addition LIV District. Though the walls and windows—and our eardrums—rattled as excavators, backhoes, gravel-filled trucks and cranes rumbled by, we strove to appreciate all of the tearing down and building up as a sign of growth and prosperity and to see our role in the evolution of our city. However, we had to make big adjustments in our day-to-day routines. We had to navigate closed lanes, detours, mounds of asphalt—which, in the winter, turned into mountains of hard-packed snow and ice—torn-up or totally missing sidewalks and giant pieces of machinery. We had to compete with construction personnel for parking spaces. These weren’t hardships, they were merely inconveniences; but construction and roadwork did (and continues to) cause people across the Treasure Valley to adjust their routes to and from home, work, school, grocery stores, restaurants, doctors’ offices, etc., etc., etc. While I like change, I’m also a creature of habit, and as my 10-minute commute to work became a 30-minute slog, I’ll admit I had a couple of in-vehicle tantrums—but it’s more than that. Although, to some degree, there have always been Treasure Valley motorists who behave as though whatever they have to do is so important driving laws don’t apply to them, drivers seem to be getting more aggressive, particularly around construction areas or in heavy traffic, where normal speeds aren’t possible. Whipping around the car in front of you isn’t just an act of assholery, it’s dangerous—especially now that school (for both children and adults) is back in session. There are more pedestrians and cyclists on the roads, and a knee-jerk reaction to a traffic slowdown can change the course of someone’s life forever—or end it.

We don’t know when the construction and roadwork will end (if ever), so in the meantime, keep in mind we’re all trying to adapt to this new landscape. And please cycle/drive/ walk carefully.

—Amy Atkins

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CHOKED A red air-quality alert remained in effect over much of the Treasure Valley, indicating unhealthy conditions, and wildfire smoke blanketed much of the Northwest. Read more in News/Citydesk.

CLEARED A prosecuting attorney concluded BPD officers were justified in the Nov. 2016 fatal shooting of Marco Romero, who wounded two BPD officers and killed a K-9.

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WANTED The FBI needs help identifying a suspect, known for wearing two hats, in a string of robberies in Idaho, Colorado, Oregon, Utah and Washington. Read more at News/Citydesk.

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[PRESIDENT DONALD TRUMP] IS NOT MY BRIDE, AND I AM NOT HIS GROOM.” —Russian President Vladimir Putin on why he couldn’t comment on domestic American politics

MAIL THERE ARE ONLY 374 GREAT TEACHERS IN THE GEM STATE The Idaho State Board of Education finally released its recommendations for determining Jedi-quality master teachers last month.

The report concludes only 374 teachers in Idaho will qualify for the Master Educator distinction out of an eligible pool of 18,710 educators.

This outcome seems to be an outright contradiction to the original intention of establishing a master teacher program, which was designed to push many veteran educators closer to the original top salary level proposed during the tiered licensure debate. In fact, the requirements to receive the Jedi distinction from Padawan colleagues are so onerous that the truly excellent teachers will likely spend their alreadystrapped time on their classrooms instead of completing yet another pile of paperwork mandated by the state.

The report issued by the State Board of Ed requires educators seeking their blackbelts to develop comprehensive portfolios that include artifacts, narratives explaining each artifact and tedious explanations of how each artifact is tied to a plethora of categories in the evaluation rubric.

In fact, the framework supplied by the state from the portfolio cover page to the rubric for the last standard is an overwhelming 26 pages all by itself. That is 26 blank pages already without the teacher’s artifacts, write up of each artifact, narrative of how each artifact ties to specific standards, etc. Teacher portfolios will resemble the bricks of paper known as closing documents when purchasing a home by the time they are completed.

This completely defeats the point. The purpose of the master educator program was to reward teachers for the excellent work many educators are already doing in the state.

It was not designed to punish educators who already put every spare moment of their time into their classrooms.

The application process, however, wants another pound of flesh from teachers already worked to the bone.

The payout for countless hours putting together the comprehensive portfolio an educator might be eligible to receive after investing significant time better utilized in professional development or curriculum planning? $4,000.

That’s not an insignificant sum, but it’s not a guaranteed payout, either. For educators looking to increase their compensation, it is much more

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likely they will take a summer or part-time gig of guaranteed wages rather than tempt fate with mountains of paperwork for a check they might be found eligible to receive.

Most teachers I talk to about the criteria are so frustrated and angry about the significant requirements, they have already stated their intention to not develop a portfolio or apply for the distinction. That, unfortunately, includes the bulk of educators I would call Jedi Master quality teachers.

It appears the intent in developing this onerous process was precisely to deter eligible candidates from applying. Out of an eligible pool of 18,710 candidates, the report forecasts just 374 educators—or an astonishingly small 2 percent—will qualify for this distinction. That small number comes from a deliberate calculation to make the process so overwhelming as to hang up a sign that reads “need not apply” for the bulk of Idaho teachers.

So, congratulations educators in Idaho. The State Board thinks only 2 percent of you are excellent enough to receive your Jedi distinction.

Clearly, this is yet another reason why qualified talent is moving in droves to teach the children in the Gem State.

Oh wait...

—Levi B. Cavener Levi B. Cavener is a special education teacher living in Caldwell, Idaho. He blogs at IdahosPromise.Org

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E RI K A B I RC H

NEWS DRIVERLESS IN BOISE?

(Right to left) Kristi and Brandon Eller, Erika Burch, Guy Hallam and Dunja Subasic.

JURY AWARDS $1.5 MILLION TO DETECTIVE IN WHISTLEBLOWER CASE AGAINST IDAHO STATE POLICE Minutes after an Ada County jury returned a verdict in a history-making whistleblower trial, Detective Brandon Eller turned to wife, Kristi, took a deep breath and said, “I think we need to go home and tell the kids.”

Eller, the whistleblower and a veteran of the Idaho State Police, had just emerged victorious in a years-long battle with his superiors, in which he alleged retaliation for his refusal to change professional conclusions in a fatal crash. Eller joined ISP in 1997 and rose through the ranks to become a recognized and decorated policeman who went “above and beyond normal duty.” In 2012, however, Eller was labeled a “disgruntled employee,” denied a pay increase and relegated to night and weekend shifts after he faulted a then-Payette County Sheriff’s deputy for recklessness in an October 2011 fatal car crash. Eller said some of the highest-ranking officers at ISP were responsible for his downfall.

In the early evening hours of Aug.29, a 12-person Ada County jury agreed, awarding $30,500 in lost wages and $1.5 million in damages.

“That $1.5 million? That was totally up to the jury. It was up to them to decide how much Brandon had gone through and how much he had suffered,” said Eller’s attorney, Erika Birch, of Strindberg & Scholnick, LLC. “Honestly, I think he was overwhelmed by the verdict. I’m sure he had a great sense of relief. I think it will take a while to process through it all, but I’m super proud of him.”

Birch said the most impressive part of Eller’s search for justice was his tenacity.

“This has been a very, very long, hard process. His courage and strength to stick through this whole thing has been really something,” said Birch. “We have to rely on good, honest, courageous people who stand up in whistleblower cases such as this. Sometimes their fight is the only thing that will let us see the light of day.”

In response to the jury decision, ISP Director Lt. Col. Kedrick “Ked” Wills wrote in a statement his agency was disappointed in the outcome, “but we respect the legal process and the rights of our employees to pursue their legal rights.”

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Local developer wants City Hall to consider autonomous vehicles for new circulator GEORGE PRENTICE

For the better part of a decade, there has been a debate over whether Boise should have a streetcar gliding through its downtown core. It was 2008 when Mayor Dave Bieter first pushed the idea of an east/west route, and despite several starts and stops along the way a number of high-profile city officials (including Bieter) are more bullish than ever on a streetcar. They all agree the new mass transit system should be a circulator, it’s the mode that is still in question.

“Yes, you can absolutely assume the mayor is as excited about the possibility as ever before,” said City of Boise Communications Director Mike Journee. “You can also include the City Council because in July, they said they preferred a streetcar, and they also agreed to a proposed route.”

The route would be T-shaped, running eastwest between First and 15th streets (think St. Luke’s and the Linen District) and north-south between University Drive and Main Street (think Boise State University and City Hall).

The council is excited enough to dedicate $3.5 million (in addition to the thousands it has already invested) to keep the proposal on track: $1.2 million will come from the city coffers and an additional $2.3 million will come from the urban renewal agency Capital City Development Corporation. The money is earmarked to hire an outside firm to identify a streetcar funding plan—construction costs could approach $120 million—and estimate potential ridership. A study earlier this year indicated approximately 1,400 people per day would ride a downtown streetcar if it was free.

“We’re following the lead of the city,” said CCDC Executive Director John Brunelle. “We think it’s a great potential project in terms of mobility and infrastructure. With all the new projects coming

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out of the ground, you can really see that parking your car once and using a circulator makes a lot of sense.”

One of those responsible for raising those projects “out of the ground” is Boise-based developer Clay Carley, the man behind the remodeling of the Owyhee hotel apartments and who is currently planning to build an eight-story hotel on the corner of Front and Sixth streets.

“I think an affordable and functional circulator could do our downtown quite a bit of good. Yes, I support a circulator, but where the city and I diverge is that I disagree with putting rail in the ground,” said Carley. “Honestly, I believe that rail-in-the-ground technology is going to be obsolete in 10 years.”

Carley would like the city to consider a fixed streetcar alternative.

“Have you heard of Navya?” asked Carley.

Based in Paris, France, Navya has quickly accelerated to become one of the most prolific developers of driverless public vehicles in the world. Navya has launched autonomous public shuttle systems in Europe, Australia, Southeast Asia and, earlier this year, as a pilot program in Las Vegas. The vehicles, which can transport about a dozen

passengers, are pretty spiffy—they look like something between a streetcar and a bus with plenty of headroom. They’re 100 percent electric and are surrounded by several sensors and cameras to detect motions and obstacles.

“I’ve been sending links to Navya.tech [the company’s website] to the city for about six months now,” said Carley. “Why wouldn’t someone at City Hall want to go check these out?”

Anyone inclined to dismiss Boise doing business with a foreign-made vehicle corporation should know that earlier this summer, Navya announced that it would begin manufacturing driverless vehicles in Saline, Michigan, its first North America operation.

“It looks like a rail-in-the-ground streetcar system could cost up to $120 million. An autonomous system could be a tenth of that cost. More importantly, operationally it would be so much less, when you consider the savings in fuel and personnel costs,” said Carley.

“Then, think about the options to extend the fixed route. You could extend a route in any direction, literally overnight. You sure couldn’t do that with a streetcar.”

Journee said the city is anxious to look at all alternatives.

“Autonomous vehicles came up in some of our focus group discussions,” said Journee. “By the time we move forward with a circulator, an autonomous vehicle could be a viable option.”

Carley was part of those focus group discussions.

“I think everybody thought they had to keep the ball rolling on the effort to get any kind of circulator by referring to a streetcar, but that math just doesn’t work out for me,” said Carley. “I’m against it, and I think a number of other downtown property owners are too. The autonomous vehicles? They look pretty great. I sure would want to take a closer look. Wouldn’t you?”

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FIRST THURSDAY Central ARTISAN OPTICS—Don’t miss the annual Bevel Eyewear Pop-Up Showroom, featuring thousands of frames to choose from. Bevel is proud to be one of very few United States-based eyewear companies in existence today. Their color palette extends beyond red, white and blue.

They are recognized worldwide for unique color combinations and flattering sizes and shapes. Stop by and shop for your new look and enjoy the local band The

Vertigo. Artisan Optics is in-network with most insurances. 1-8 p.m. FREE. 190 N. Eighth St., Boise, 208-338-0500, artisanoptics.com.

BACON—Check out Bacon’s first First Thursday Happy Hour from 5-7 p.m., featuring $4 wells, $5 wines, $2.50 bottled beers, $3.50 drafts, plus two selections of specialty cocktails for $5 each...and they’ll be passin’ around the “Jug a Bacon.” Get here, get some bacon! 5-7 p.m. FREE. 121 N. Ninth St., Boise, 208387-3553, berryhillbacon.com.

THE CHOCOLAT BAR—Enjoy the end of summer with delicious artisan chocolates. The Chocolat Bar will have Payette Brewing pairing wonderful beers with their goodies. Stroll in and stock up on chocolates for your kids’ teachers. 5-9 p.m. FREE. 805 W. Bannock St., Boise, 208-338-7771, thechocolatbar.com.

CITY PEANUT SHOP—Enjoy a Flaming Hot First Thursday including hot nut pairings with spicy beer from County Line Brewing, spicy cider from Meriwhether Cider Co., spicy wine from Potter Wines

and spicy meatballs from Scotty at MFT Sauce Co. What’s more, you can burn your face off and win prizes from PROOF EYEWEAR and others. Plus music by Red Light Challenge. 5-9 p.m. FREE. 803 W. Bannock St., Boise, 208-433-3931.

COILED WINE BAR—Check out Coiled Wine’s new downtown wine bar on Bannock and enjoy $1 off glass pours and specialty popcorn pairings from City Peanut. 3-10 p.m. FREE. 813 W. Bannock St., Boise, 208-820-8466, facebook. com/CoiledWineBar.

EVERMORE PRINTS—Join Evermore Prints for Danielle Demaray’s solo exhibition, Ephemerals.

“Momentary narratives of self; composed and influenced by the precarious destinial positions of life. Created in an effort to immortalize a fleeting thought, feeling or transcendent experience which would otherwise fade into the crystaline sphere of memory.” Light snacks, beverages and lively conversations will abound. 5-9 p.m. FREE. 780 W. Main St., Boise, 208-991-3837, evermoreprints. com.

FLATBREAD NEAPOLITAN PIZZERIA—Kids under 12 eat free with purchase of adult entree. Plus 25 percent off all bottled wine. 5-9 p.m. FREE. 800 W. Main St., Boise, 208-287-4757, flatbreadpizza. com.

KEYSTONE STATION—Join Keystone Station for a beer tasting from Golden Road Brewing. 5-9 p.m.

FREE. 222 N. Ninth St., Boise, 208-331-7806, facebook.com/KEYSTONEstation.

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MERAKI GREEK STREET FOOD—Don’t miss Meraki’s Tap Takeover with Powderhaus Brewing.

You’ll enjoy drink specials, live music and six taps from Powderhaus, including a brand new release.

The brewer will be on hand from 6-8 p.m., but you can hang out from 5 p.m. to close and enjoy some outstanding varieties of craft beer. 5 p.m.

FREE. 345 S. Eighth St., Boise, 208-639-1693, merakigsf.com.

MIXED GREENS MODERN GIFTS—Beer lovers rejoice, because Melvin Brewing will be on hand sampling their brews. Mixed Greens Modern Gifts will be having a big sidewalk sale with up to 50 percent off some pretty cool stuff, plus Boise Beer Buddies will be in-store selling Buddy cards and swag. Go check it out. 5-9 p.m. FREE. 213 N. Ninth St., Boise, 208-344-1605, ilikemixedgreens.com.

THE MODE LOUNGE—Enjoy free samples and sneak peeks of some of The Mode’s upcoming fall/winter cocktails. You do not want to miss out on this. For ages 21 and older. 5-9 p.m. FREE. 800 W. Idaho St., Boise, 208-342-6633, themodelounge.com.

THE NORTH FACE—Drink like a Viking with Mad Swede Brewing and protect our rivers with Idaho Rivers United. Join The North Face for another great First Thursday event to gear up for the fall with their new products. The night will get going at 5 p.m., and don’t forget to inquire about any instore promotions. 5-9 p.m. FREE. 802 W. Idaho St., Boise, 208-331-9790, stores.thenorthface.com/ id/boise/USA35.

SHIFT BOUTIQUE— Join SHIFT for a wine tasting with Potter Winery. 5-9 p.m. FREE. 807 W. Bannock St., Boise, 208-331-7806, facebook.com/ shopSHIFTboutique.

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THE STUDIO: AN ELITE SALON AND SPA—The Studio: An Elite Salon and Spa would like to welcome all new and returning students with 10 percent off all hair appointments booked on First Thursday, along with a free eyebrow wax, free pizza from Little Ceasers and Breadsticks and 20 percent off all retail products. Plus beautiful art by Luma Jasim. 5-9 p.m. FREE. 702 W. Idaho St., Boise, 208-577-6252, facebook.com/TheStudioAnEliteSalonAndSpa.

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BASQUE MARKET—September is Garnacha Month. Join the Basque Market for a delicious Garnacha wine tasting and pintxos perfect for these bold and spicy wines. Paella served at 6 p.m. 5-9 p.m. FREE. 608 W. Grove St., Boise, 208-4331208, thebasquemarket.com.

BASQUE MUSEUM AND CULTURAL CENTER— Drop by the Basque Museum and Cultural Center for free admission from 5:30-8:30 p.m. You’ll enjoy live music and guided tours of the restored boarding house. You can also tour the galleries and learn about the Basques in the Basque Country, immigration to the United States, boarding

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FIRST THURSDAY houses, sheepherding and the anniversary of the destruction of the Basque town of Gernika.

The friendly staff looks forward to seeing you and showing you around. 5:30-8:30 p.m. FREE. 611 Grove St., Boise, 208-343-2671, basquemuseum.com.

BOISE BREWING—Join Boise Brewing for First Thursday. You’ll enjoy delicious, one-of-a-kind food from the B-Town Bistro food truck, as well as a new beer on tap. 5-9 p.m. FREE. 521 W. Broad St., Boise, 208-342-7655, boisebrewing.com.

BUY IDAHO—Check out Buy Idaho’s open house to celebrate the relocation of its showroom and administrative office. You’ll enjoy live music from The Solemates, craft brews from Magic Valley Brewing, a party platter from Even Stevens and a selection of Buy Idaho vendors. Stop by to tour the new space, share in the festivities, and learn about Idaho products and services. 5-9 p.m. FREE. 412 S. Sixth St., Boise, 208-343-2582, buyidaho.org.

FLYING M COFFEEHOUSE—Flying M is thrilled to welcome back Minerva Jayne for her second art show, Among the Stars, a series of irreverent and fanciful self-portraits and celebrity portraits. Minerva Jayne is currently working in ink, colored pencil and marker. Go check it out. 5-9 p.m. FREE. 500 W. Idaho St., Boise, 208-345-4320, flyingmcoffee.com.

South BOISE ART MUSEUM—BAM offers extended hours on First Thursday (10 a.m.-8 p.m.), with admission by donation. From 4-7 p.m., learn about the arts as therapy in conjunction with the exhibition Rick Bartow: Things You Know But Cannot Explain, then create a work of art inspired by your identity. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. By donation. 670 Julia Davis Drive, Boise, 208-345-8330, boiseartmuseum.org.

BOISE PHILHARMONIC—Stop by the Boise Philharmonic open house for live music, light refreshments and to pick up or purchase season tickets. They’ll have wine and some light snacks, and music will be provided by a youth orchestra string quartet. Season ticket packets will be available for pick up, and single tickets are on sale now. 5-9 p.m. FREE. 516 S. Ninth St., Boise, 208-344-7849, boisephil.org.

INN AT 500 CAPITOL—Enjoy beer tasting and swag from Boise Brewing; free nibbles from Richards, along with libations for purchase; season passes for sale from Bogus Basin; Boise Film Festival photo booth and screening of The Grand Budapest Hotel; discounted Hoptober Freshtival tickets; and tours of the Inn at 500 Capitol. A raffle at the end of the evening will award special items from Boise Film Festival, Richards, Boise Brewing, Bogus Basin and Inn at 500 Capitol. 5-9 p.m. FREE. 500 S. Capitol Blvd, Boise, 208-227-0500, innat500.com.

JUMP—Join Jump at 6 p.m. on First Thursday to learn about the center’s inspiring opportunities during A Playful Moment at JUMP. Megan Bryant, Boise comedian and founder of Idaho Laugh Fest, has concocted a performance unlike any other. This creative and familyfriendly experience, taking place in the sixth floor Pioneer Room, will highlight the five interactive studios

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TRADER JOE’S—It’s back to hitting the books, but Trader Joe’s is here to make back to school fun (at least in the lunch department).

Go check out their easy snack and lunch options that won’t break the bank. Plus, First Thursday means fun eats, treats and drinks to taste.

5-9 p.m. FREE. 300 S. Capitol Blvd., Boise, 208-336-7282, traderjoes. com.

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LIQUID LOUNGE—Liquid Laughs does buy-one, get-one-free comedy tickets for First Thursday. They have amazingly funny national touring comedians and great comedy five nights week, so don’t miss this opportunity for BOGO admission every First Thursday. You’ll also enjoy specials on local brews and food from Solid. 5-9 p.m. $10. 405 S. Eighth St., Boise, 208-9412459, liquidboise.com.

PAYETTE BREWING COMPANY— For September First Thursday, Payette Brewing is having a Dogapalooza. Take your dog, your mom’s dog, your neighbor’s dog, your best friend’s dog. All dogs are welcome. Featuring local dog treat vendors, kiddie pools to keep your pup cool, and a dog costume contest. 5-9 p.m. FREE. 733 S. Pioneer St., Boise, 208-344-0011, payettebrewing.com.

BOISE ART GLASS—Join Boise Art Glass for free live glassblowing demonstrations or take a class while enjoying light snacks and beverages. Classes: Make your own glass pumpkins in 30 minutes for $40 per person, or a two-hour torch class for $59 per person. Call to book your class. 5-9 p.m. FREE. 1124 W. Front St., Boise, 208-3451825, boiseartglass.com.

CRAZY NEIGHBOR—The Crazy Neighbor First Thursday party features Minerva Jayne and Friends, in co-operation with DragQueenStoryHour.org and the Boise Public Library. 5-8 p.m. FREE. 1415 W. Grove St., Boise, 208-957-6480, crazyneighbor.biz.

FIREFUSION STUDIO—Drop

by FireFusion for a Stamping, Texturing and Transparent Colors class. You’ll learn metal stamping, textural techniques and how to fuse brilliant transparent glass enamel to copper in this two-hour class for $40. You’ll take home the two items you make in class.

5-9 p.m. FREE. 1124 W. Front St., Boise, 208-345-1825, firefusionstudio.com.

THE OWYHEE—Head over to the Owyhee lobby for live music by Micah Stevens’ Family Rite, local art on display and for sale, and food and drinks from the lobby bar, with happy hour until 6 p.m. 5-9 p.m.

FREE. 1109 Main St., Boise, 208343-4611, theowyhee.com.

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R. GREY JEWELRY GALLERY—R. Grey is excited to be featuring Aaron Henry for September’s First Thursday. Aaron Henry and his father Conrad work as a team to create beautiful hand-made pieces.

Every piece created by Aaron is made of platinum, and/or various shades of 18 karat (or higher) gold.

His sapphire and diamond mosaic ring will be featured for September.

Plus wine and hors d’oeuvres throughout the evening. 5-9 p.m.

FREE. 415 S. Eighth St., Boise, 208-385-9337, rgreygallery.com.

GALLERY 601—Laugh with the Master of One-Liners, Will Bullas, Sept. 6-10 at Gallery 601’s One Liner show. Visit with Will First Thursday from 6-9 p.m., and enjoy a taste of wine with Cold Springs Winery and Winemaker Neil Glancey.

If you want more of Bullas’s sense of humor, you can see him down at Art in the Park. Purchase any of his artwork prior to or during this event and he’ll personalize it for you. Heck, Glancey even said he’ll personalize any bottle of wine purchased during First Thursday. 6-9 p.m. FREE. 211 N. 10th St., Boise, 208-336-5899, gallery601.com.

GO OUT LOCAL—Go Out Local is all bummed about summer coming to an end, so they’re hanging on tight and hosting a First Thursday Block Party from 5-9 p.m. You’ll enjoy live music with Jac Sound, Adam Chavarria and Boise Rockeoke; food and drinks for purchase; and fun games for everyone, including a rock wall. You’ll also find Go Out Local Idaho Apparel for purchase.

RSVP via the event Facebook page if you plan on attending and share with your friends. 5-9 p.m. FREE, 106 N. Sixth St., Ste. M4, Boise, 208-440-5618, facebook.com/ gooutlocal.

within JUMP, and undoubtedly spark excitement and curiosity in the audience. Each of the studios offers a wide variety of programs designed to spark creativity, engage with the community and inspire people to try something new.

This performance will be hands-on, with comedy, storytelling, dance and much more to showcase every aspect JUMP has to offer. 6 p.m.

FREE. 1000 W. Myrtle St., Boise, 208-639-6610, jumpboise.org.

SOLID GRILL & BAR—Drop by for live music, a free tasting, free appetizers and appetizer specials every First Thursday. 5-9 p.m.

FREE. 405 S. Eighth St., Boise, 208-345-6620, solidboise.com.

Every dog has its day—and Sept. 7 is it.

DOGAPALOOZA Boise sure loves its dogs. In recent years, the City of Trees has showed up on WalletHub’s list of Most Pet-Friendly Cities and was named one of the top 10 pet-owning states by the American Veterinary Medical Association, with a reported 62% of households including at least one furry friend. This First Thursday, Payette Brewing Company is celebrating Idaho dogs and their beer-loving humans with a “Dogapalooza” and “Yappy Hour” featuring kiddie pools to help pups escape the heat, dog treats pedaled by local vendors, a canine costume contest and more. As Payette put it on Facebook, “Bring your dog, your mom’s dog, your neighbor’s dog, your best friend’s dog—all dogs are welcome!” Plus, while the pups cool off in the water, their humans can cool off with an ale, sour or IPA in the taproom. If this event is half as fun as it sounds, it’s sure to get tails wagging.

Who are you, really?

West THE ALASKA CENTER—Enjoy art in the Alaska Center: Allan Ansell open studio with complimentary portraits, Radio Boise open house, and the new Bellmont barber shop.

5-9 p.m. FREE. 1020 W. Main St., Boise.

ART SOURCE GALLERY—Awardwinning Oregon artist Terri Axness brings eclectic and whimsical work to Art Source Gallery as September’s artist of the month. An artist reception will be held on First Thursday, with music by Wayne White and wine by Indian Creek.

5-9 p.m. FREE. 1015 W. Main St., Boise, 208-331-3374, artsourcegallery.com.

IDENTITY-INSPIRED ART Each First Thursday, the Boise Art Museum stays open late to offer guests docent-led tours, art talks and a few hours of time to create their own exhibit-inspired works, all in exchange for an optional donation. This week, First Thursday events at BAM will focus on the new exhibit Rick Bartow: Things You Know But Cannot Explain, a collection of works by the famous northwest artist that were created over the span of his fourdecade career. Bartow’s work, which includes everything from sculptures and drawings to paintings and prints, was influenced by his identity and experience: his Native American heritage, travels and training in fine arts. From 4-7 p.m., stop by BAM to walk through the new exhibits, hear about how artists use their craft as therapy and create your own identity-inspired artwork a la Rick Bartow.

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CALENDAR WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 6 Festivals & Events CALDWELL FARMERS MARKET— Find local produce, baked goods and a variety of local artisans, along with live entertainment and ready-to-eat food and beverages.

3-7 p.m. FREE. Indian Creek Park, Corner of Seventh and Blaine streets, Caldwell, caldwellidfarmersmarket.com.

On Stage COMEDY OPEN MIC—7:30 p.m.

FREE. Liquid Lounge, 405 S. Eighth St., Boise, 208-941-2459, liquidboise.com.

Sports & Fitness HULA: THE HEART BEAT OF HAWAII—Feel the heartbeat of Hawaii and get a glimpse into the Hawaiian culture, including background, history and basic steps. For ages 13 and older. 6:30-7:30 p.m. $13, $40 for 4 sessions. Jack’s Urban Meeting Place, 1000 W. Myrtle St., Boise, 208-639-6610, jumphulasept.eventbrite.com.

Citizen BOISE SCHOOLS CALENDAR CHANGE FOCUS GROUP—The public is invited to discuss the Boise School District’s proposed modification to the 2018-19 school year. In October, the district Board of Trustees will consider ending the first semester prior to the winter holiday break, which will result in ending the school year before Memorial Day Weekend, the last week of May. A public comments website has been created to accept input from district

FRIDAY-SUNDAY, SEPT. 8-10

Do you love art? Then grab your Monet and Gogh.

parents, guardians, students, staff members and patrons. 6 p.m.

FREE. Lowell Elementary, 1507 N. 28th St., Boise, 208-854-5480, boiseschools.org.

Odds & Ends ECLIPSE WRAP PARTY— Share your eclipse photos and stories, and see the results of the experiments local astronomer Paul Verhage conducted during the eclipse, along with his high-altitude photos of the event. 7 p.m. FREE. Boise Public Library at Hillcrest, 5246 W. Overland Road, Boise, 208-972-8340, boisepubliclibrary.org.

Food SIFTA FOOD TRUCK FEAST—Join the Southern Idaho Food Truck Association to enjoy eats from some of your favorite Boise area food trucks every Wednesday at two locations. 5-8 p.m. FREE. The

Journey Boise, 9105 W. Overland Road; and Cathedral of the Rockies Amity Campus, 4464 S. Maple Grove Road, facebook.com/IdahoFoodTruckFeast.

THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 7 Festivals & Events 100ADA FALL GIVING EVENT—Business professionals interested in networking and philanthropy are invited to join 100ADA at a private estate home on Warm Springs Avenue for an evening of fun, food and philanthropy. Proceeds will be awarded to an Ada County nonprofit organization; nominees are CATCH, Inc., i48 Film Festival and Competition, Dress for Success-Boise Valley and Community Cakes. Tickets are 100 percent tax deductible. Location and maps will be given with paid registrations. 6-8 p.m. $100.

100ada.org.

SATURDAY, SEPT. 9

Calling all bookworms.

FIRST THURSDAY IN DOWNTOWN BOISE— First Thursday takes place throughout downtown Boise and gives visitors the chance to stroll through the unique shops and galleries while enjoying in-store entertainment and special events.

See a special section elsewhere in this issue of Boise Weekly. 5-9 p.m.

FREE. Downtown Boise, 208-4725251, downtownboise.org.

On Stage 208 COMEDY FEST— Warning: Your sides may split for good after laughing it up at the 208 Comedy Fest.

Created by local laughmeisters Dylan Haas and Emma Arnold, this three-day multi-venue festival hosts shows at Liquid Laughs, Space Bar, The Olympic, Boise Contemporary Theater and The Egyptian. Pick and choose your shows or buy passes for the entire weekend, and check online for a complete schedule.

Sept. 7-9. $5-$25, $100-$200 passes. 208comedyfest.com.

BLT: PRIDE AND PREJUDICE—All of the wit and romance of Jane Austen’s classic 1813 novel comes to life in this refreshingly fast-paced and engaging new adaptation. 7:30 p.m. $11-$14. Boise Little Theater, 100 E. Fort St., Boise, 208-3425104, boiselittletheater.org.

A PLAYFUL MOMENT AT JUMP— Boise comedian and founder of Idaho Laugh Fest Megan Bryant has concocted a performance unlike any other. This creative and family-friendly experience, taking place in the sixth floor Pioneer Room, will highlight the five interactive studios within JUMP, and undoubtedly ignite excitement and curiosity in the audience. Each of JUMP’s studios offer a wide variety of programs designed to spark creativity, engage visitors with the community and inspire people to try something new. 6-9 p.m. FREE. Jack’s Urban Meeting Place, 1000 W. Myrtle St., Boise, 208-6396610, jumpboise.org.

SUNDAY, SEPT. 10

How ‘bout them apples?

ART IN THE PARK

REDISCOVERED BOOKS 11TH BIRTHDAY PARTY

MERIWETHER CIDER NEIGHBORHOOD CRUSH

Happening shortly after Labor Day, Art in the Park by the Boise Art Museum is like another holiday. One of the most widely appreciated art and culture events in the northwest, the three-day festival is full of food, live entertainment and, most importantly, art in the great outdoors, with proceeds benefiting BAM. Art lovers can spend hours in Julia Davis Park checking out work by more than 250 artists, sipping drinks at the Sculpture Garden Pub, filling up on food truck fare and enjoying live bands, belly dancers and other performers in the Gene Harris Bandshell. As always, the weekend is family friendly, and there’s plenty for the little artists to do, like create exhibit-inspired paintings and drawings at the Children’s Art Tent near the Rose Garden for $2 apiece.

Sept. 8-9: 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Sept. 10: 10 a.m.-5 p.m., FREE. Julia Davis Park, 700 S. Capitol Blvd., 208-345-8330, boiseartmuseum.org.

Beloved bibliophile paradise Rediscovered Books is turning 11 years old, and has planned a birthday celebration in true bookworm style. Join the staff at the shop Saturday, Sept. 9, to welcome a Guru Donuts “bookship” (docking at 1 p.m.) and participate in a birthday book contest that will challenge even the most avid readers. Rediscovered will set up 11 displays of 11 books each, and the books in every display will have what the shop calls “a common thread.” All you need to do is guess what each set has in common, and the entrant with the most correct answers will go home with 11 free books and other Rediscovered goodies. The contest runs for one day only, so if you want in, stop by the shop, grab a donut, make your best guesses and browse the shelves for a new read.

10 a.m.-8 p.m., FREE. Rediscovered Books, 180 N. Eighth St., 208-376-4229, rdbooks.org.

Meriwether Cider calls its signature beverage “the missing link between wine and beer”—but for the second year in a row, the Garden City cidery isn’t just bridging booze gaps: Its annual cider apple crush is also linking neighbors. The project is already underway: For weeks, Boiseans brought their backyard apples to Meriwether HQ. Now, the neighbors are invited back for a kid-friendly party to crush the apples and sample fresh-made juice. Last year, the Neighborhood Crush brought apple-loving families out to produce 45 gallons of juice, which fermented into nearly 40 gallons of cider.

Adults can mark their calendars for Sunday, Oct. 8, when the final product goes on tap, but the Sept. 10 crush party is a can’t-miss date for the whole family.

10 a.m.–6 p.m., FREE. Meriwether Cider, 5242 W. Chinden Blvd., Garden City, 208-972-6725, meriwethercider.com.

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CALENDAR PLAYHOUSE: MURDER AMONG THE MATEYS—After a voyage filled with pillaging and plundering, the Jaded Jewel pirate ship captained

by Redbeard, an old but dangerous pirate, is docked in a cove near Port Royal. As the pirates head into town to celebrate their homecoming and spend their gold and goods, a night of turmoil and trouble is sure to transpire. In this audience-participation murder mystery, you’ll get a chance to solve the murder and win a prize. This fun show is suitable for the whole family. 6:30 p.m. $15.

The Playhouse Boise, 8001 W. Fairview Ave., Boise, 208-779-0092, playhouseboise.com.

STAGE COACH: THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE—A riotous ride complete with audience participation, this musical offers a satirical look at six wacky kids (played by adults), along with some audience volunteers, competing in their local county spelling bee. The contestants learn about life and themselves as they use their individual and eccentric techniques in spelling the difficult words they’re given. The 2005

Broadway production was nominated for six Tony Awards. Contains adult situations and language.

7:30 p.m. $12-$15. Stage Coach Theatre, 4802 W. Emerald Ave., Boise, 208-342-2000, stagecoachtheatre.com.

Workshops & Classes NONPROFIT AND BUSINESS STARTUPS LEGAL CLINIC—Get free legal advice and help with paperwork and creating business plans at these ongoing legal clinics hosted by the Boise Public Library, the Idaho Volunteer Lawyers Program and the Idaho Nonprofit Center. The clinics give individuals and organizations a chance to discuss their initiatives, the legal-related considerations and decisions to make and when to seek formal counsel. No prior registration required. For more info, call 208972-8255. 4-6 p.m. FREE. Boise Public Library, 715 S. Capitol Blvd., Boise, 208-972-8255, boisepubliclibrary.org/calendar.

SUNDAY, SEPT. 10

Literature AUTHOR STEPHEN HOLGATE: TANGIER—Join author Stephen Holgate to hear about his new mystery-thriller. Tangier is a story of fathers and sons, the alienation of being a stranger in a strange land, the seductive face of betrayal and, finally, the lengths we’ll go to for redemption. A native Oregonian and current Portland resident, Holgate served for four years as a diplomat with the American Embassy in Morocco. 7 p.m. FREE. Rediscovered Books, 180 N. Eighth St., Boise, 208-376-4229, rdbooks.org.

Kids & Teens ZOO BOISE STROLLER SAFARI— Take your walking shoes and camera on this exclusive guided experience through Zoo Boise. Bond with your little one as you both learn about the wonders of wildlife through up-close animal encounters, insider-led tours and activities that build skills in both parents and kids that can be used for a lifetime.

Each week will uncover new wonders and provide great tips for nature exploration. Maximum of two children per enrolled adult. Price includes Zoo Boise admission for the day. 10-10:30 a.m. $5-$6. Zoo Boise, 355 Julia Davis Drive, Boise, 208-608-7760, zooboise.org.

Odds & Ends IDAHO BOTANICAL GARDEN GUIDED TOURS—Enjoy a one-hour guided tour of the Idaho Botanical Garden. Tours are included with regular admission and free to Garden members. No need to register.

10 a.m. FREE-$7. Idaho Botanical Garden, 2355 Old Penitentiary Road, Boise, 208-343-8649, idahobotanicalgarden.org.

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 8 Festivals & Events A night to remember loved ones lost.

WORLD SUICIDE PREVENTION DAY VIGIL World Suicide Prevention Day has been recognized across the globe since 2003, when the International Association for Suicide Prevention and the World Health Organization partnered to raise awareness. To mark WSPD 2017 in Boise, the Idaho Chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention is hosting its World Suicide Prevention Day Candlelight Vigil for the third year.

Meet at 8:30 p.m. on the Capitol steps to “share an inspiring ceremony and messages of hope in honoring our loved ones lost to suicide.” Real candles aren’t allowed on Capitol grounds, so bring battery operated candles or simply display images of candles on your smartphone. Names of loved ones lost will be read aloud during the ceremony, and participants can add to the list through the event Facebook page to ensure those they loved are remembered.

8:30-9:30 p.m., FREE. Idaho State Capitol, 700 W. Jefferson St., facebook.com/AFSPIdaho.

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BEHIND THE SCENES AT THE OLD PEN—Ever wonder what it looks like in those off-limits areas of the Old Idaho Penitentiary? This is your chance to explore some buildings and cells that are normally closed to the public. Stationary guides will be on hand in each area to answer questions. This is not a handicapped-accessible tour, as most of these areas require walking up and down stairs. Last admission at 9 p.m. 6-10 p.m. $10.

Old Idaho State Penitentiary, 2445 Old Penitentiary Road, 208-3342844, history.idaho.gov/old-idahopenitentiary.

On Stage 208 COMEDY FEST—$5-$25, $100-$200 passes. 208comedyfest.com.

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CALENDAR Watch for The Flicks movie calendar next week inside Boise Weekly.

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AWARD WINNING

Pine Fest “The tiniest little music festival in the tiniest little town”

Friday & Saturday, September 8-9 Pine Valley Fairgrounds, Halfway, Oregon Robbie Laws Band Will West & the Friendly Strangers Friday Night All-Stars Polly O’Keary & the Rhythm Method Chaz Browne Guess When Greg Ernst

Admission in advance: $10/Fri & $15/Sat brownpapertickets.com

see pinefest.org for more info

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A LITTLE AFTERNOON MUSIC WITH THE AULOS ENSEMBLE— With time to discuss the historical instruments they use and answer questions from the audience about the music they play (by Purcell, Handel, Couperin and Rameau), the Aulos Ensemble will discuss the differences between baroque and more contemporary performance practice. Part of the Boise Chamber Music Series. 3:30 p.m. FREE. Morrison Center Recital Hall, 2201 W. Cesar Chavez Ln., Boise, 208-4261609, morrisoncenter.com.

BLT: PRIDE AND PREJUDICE—8 p.m. $11-$14. Boise Little Theater, 100 E. Fort St., Boise, 208-3425104, boiselittletheater.org.

BOISE CHAMBER MUSIC SERIES: THE AULOS ENSEMBLE— Back for a third appearance in the BCMS, Aulos members Christopher Krueger, transverse flute; Marc Schachman, baroque oboe; Linda Quan, baroque violin; Myron Lutzke, baroque cello; and the indomitable harpsichordist Arthur Haas will offer “A Tale of Two Cities”—beloved works from Paris and London by Purcell, Handel, Couperin, and Rameau. 7:30 p.m. $100-$120 season subscription. Morrison Center Recital Hall, 2201 W. Cesar Chavez Ln., Boise, 208-426-1609, morrisoncenter.com.

COMEDYSPORTZ IMPROV—Two teams of comics battle it out for your laughs. Suitable for all ages.

7:30 p.m. $5-$10. ComedySportz Boise, 4619 Emerald St., Boise, 208-991-4746, boisecomedy.com.

ISF: THE HOUND OF THE BASKERVILLES—This classic Sherlock Holmes thriller will be performed by three actors creating dozens of characters, in what can only be described as a tour de farce--a chilling mystery wrapped in an outrageous performance style.

Packed full of verbal and visual ingenuity, sleight of hand, and a whirlwind of quick-changing characters, this theatrical adventure will leave you gasping in terror and delight. 7:30 p.m. $13-$45. Idaho Shakespeare Festival, 5657 Warm Springs Ave., Boise, 208-336-9221, idahoshakespeare.org.

Boise. 7 p.m. $15-$18 show only; $35-$40 show and CD. Egyptian Theatre, 700 W Main St, Boise, ID 83702, 208-345-0454, egyptiantheatre.net.

Art ART IN THE PARK—Boise Art Museum’s annual open-air festival features more than 250 artists offering varied fare, from glass and metalwork, to pottery, textiles, jewelry and toys. Sample a variety of food and beverages and relax while listening to local musicians at the Gene Harris Bandshell, or let the kids get creative in the Children’s Art Tent. Daily through Sept. 10. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. FREE. Julia Davis Park, 700 S. Capitol Blvd., Boise, 208345-8330, boiseartmuseum.org/ art-in-the-park.

Literature FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY FALL PORCH SALE—Treat yourself to quality used books, movies, CDs, audiobooks and more, all at great low prices. All proceeds benefit the Library. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. FREE. Boise Public Library, 715 S. Capitol Blvd., Boise, 208-972-8200, boisepubliclibrary.org.

Citizen SCENTSY ROCK-A-THON—Join Scentsy to raise awareness and money for the new Salvation Army Booth-Marian Pritchett School for pregnant and parenting teens.

The goal is to fill all 70 rocking chairs for 12 hours, and Scentsy will be donating $250 per chair, per hour, as long as the chairs are rocking. Drop by and rock out for a 30-minute shift. With a food truck rally. 6 a.m.-6 p.m. By donation.

Scentsy Commons, 2701 E. Pine Ave., Meridian, 208-855-0617, scentsyrockathon.com.

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 9 Festivals & Events BCT: AN EVENING AMONG HEROES SEASON OPENING GALA— Join Boise Contemporary Theater for the 22nd Season Opening Gala where you can mingle with friends old and new, sip and dine under the stars, score a sneak peek of Adam Enright’s upcoming rock cabaret Good Bitch Goes Down, meet Tony Award-nominated playwright Robert Askins (Hand to God), and be a superhero for BCT during the live

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PLAYHOUSE: MURDER AMONG THE MATEYS—6:30 p.m. $15. The Playhouse Boise, 8001 W. Fairview Ave., Boise, 208-779-0092, playhouseboise.com.

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STAGE COACH: THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE—8 p.m. $12-$15. Stage Coach Theatre, 4802 W. Emerald Ave., Boise, 208-342-2000, stagecoachtheatre.com.

TRIBUTE TO THE TRAVELIN’ LADY: ROSALIE SORRELS ALBUM RELEASE CONCERT—With Nina Gerber, Mollie O’Brien and Rich Moore, Bill Coffey and His Cash Money Cousins, Belinda Bowler with the Foothills School second grade class, Steve Fulton, Ben Burdick and Amy Rose, Steve Eaton, Frim Fram Fellas, The Giant Leprechauns, Dan Costello, Kayleigh Jack, Rebecca Scott, Coberly, Towne and Day, Catherine Merrick of a.k.a Belle, and The Divas of

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CALENDAR and silent auctions. 6 p.m. $125, $1,000 table for 8. Boise Contemporary Theater, 854 Fulton St., Boise, 208-331-9224, bctheater. org/special-events/gala.

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BOISE FARMERS MARKET—The Boise Farmers Market is the community’s source for locally grown foods sold by the farmer. The Market features specialty food products, Idaho goods and a select few artisans. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. FREE. Boise Farmers Market, 10th and Grove Streets, Boise, 208-345-9287, theboisefarmersmarket.com.

CAPITAL CITY PUBLIC MARKET— Market goers will find booths full of fresh local produce, beautiful flowers, delicious specialty food items, and one-of-a-kind locally crafted art. 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. FREE. Capital City Public Market, Eighth Street between Main and State streets, Boise, 208-345-3499, capitalcitypublicmarket.com.

EAGLE SATURDAY MARKET—Find an array of arts and crafts, local produce, herbs and flowers, woodwork, specialty food items, freshly prepared food and live music every Saturday in the heart of downtown Eagle. 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. FREE. Heritage Park, 185 E. State St., Eagle, 208-489-8763, cityofeagle. org/market.

MERIDIAN COMMUNITY BLOCK PARTY—Enjoy fun and games for the entire family and participate in this community tradition. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. FREE. Julius M. Kleiner Memorial Park, 1900 N. Records Ave., near Fairview Avenue and Eagle Road, Meridian, meridiancity.org/ blockparty.

On Stage 208 COMEDY FEST: DOUG LOVES MOVIES AND DANA GOULD—The 208 Comedy Fest caps off with two special shows at the Egyptian.

The laughs start at 4:20 p.m. with Doug Loves Movies, followed at 8 p.m. by the festival headliner show featuring Dana Gould, with host Emma Arnold. 4:20 p.m. and 8 p.m. $15-$25. Egyptian Theatre, 700 W. Main St., Boise, 208-345-0454, 208comedyfest.com.

STAGE COACH: THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE—8 p.m. $12-$15. Stage Coach Theatre, 4802 W. Emerald Ave., Boise, 208-342-2000, stagecoachtheatre.com.

author of this hilarious, scandalously honest (yet never crass) illustrated guide to the secrets of Victorian womanhood. 7 p.m.

FREE. Rediscovered Books, 180 N. Eighth St., Boise, 208-376-4229, rdbooks.org.

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FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY FALL PORCH SALE—10 a.m.-5 p.m.

FREE. Boise Public Library, 715 S. Capitol Blvd., Boise, 208-9728200, boisepubliclibrary.org.

ART IN THE PARK—10 a.m.-8 p.m. FREE. Julia Davis Park, 700 S. Capitol Blvd., Boise. 208-345-8330, boiseartmuseum.org/art-in-thepark.

Calls to Artists STAGE COACH AUDITIONS: THE GREAT AMERICAN TRAILER PARK CHRISTMAS MUSICAL—It’s holiday time down in Armadillo Acres (Florida’s premier mobileliving community) and everyone’s filled with warmth and beer. Your favorite trio (Betty, Lin and Pickles) jingle all the way with some new neighbors in an all-new, all-trailerpark musical. Run dates: Nov. 24-Dec. 16. For audition questions, contact Kelliey Chavez at Kelliey@ Bluerealm.net or at 208-871-4685.

Sign up for auditions at signupgenius.com. 2 p.m. FREE. Stage Coach Theatre, 4802 W. Emerald Ave., Boise, stagecoachtheatre. com.

Literature AUTHOR THERESE ONEILL: UNMENTIONABLES, THE VICTORIAN LADY’S GUIDE TO SEX, MARRIAGE, AND MANNERS—Meet the

REDISCOVERED BOOKS 11TH BIRTHDAY PARTY— Join Rediscovered Books to celebrate their 11th birthday.

The downtown independent book store will feature 11 displays of 11 books. All of the books on a single display will have a common thread.

Your challenge is to puzzle out the mystery connection for all 11 displays. You only have one day to guess and enter the contest. Winners will be chosen from the entries with the greatest number of correct answers. The winner will receive a prize basket of 11 books and lots of bookstore swag. Plus Therese Oneill, author of Unmentionables: The Victorian Lady’s Guide to Sex, Marriage and Manners will be in-store at 7 p.m. for an author talk.

10 a.m. FREE. Rediscovered Books, 180 N. Eighth St., Boise, 208-3764229, rdbooks.org.

Sports & Fitness TREASURE VALLEY ROLLER DERBY—4 p.m. $5-$15. Expo Idaho (Fairgrounds), 5610 Glenwood St., Garden City, 208-287-5650, tvrderby.com.

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BLT: PRIDE AND PREJUDICE—8 p.m. $11-$14. Boise Little Theater, 100 E. Fort St., Boise, 208-3425104, boiselittletheater.org.

COMEDYSPORTZ IMPROV—7:30 p.m. $5-$10. ComedySportz Boise, 4619 Emerald St., Boise, 208-9914746, boisecomedy.com.

ISF: THE HOUND OF THE BASKERVILLES—7:30 p.m. $13$45. Idaho Shakespeare Festival, 5657 Warm Springs Ave., Boise, 208-336-9221, idahoshakespeare. org.

PLAYHOUSE: MURDER AMONG THE MATEYS—6:30 p.m. $15. The Playhouse Boise, 8001 W. Fairview Ave., Boise, 208-779-0092, playhouseboise.com.

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CALENDAR Citizen FUELING DREAMS FOR IDAHO SPECIAL OLYMPICS—Maverik employees, law enforcement officers, fire departments, military and other community representatives from across Idaho will team up to pump gasoline and wash windshields for customers while collecting donations for Idaho Special Olympics at all Maverik gas station locations. Find your nearest station at maverik.com. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. idso.org.

Kids & Teens COURAGEOUS KIDS WALL CLIMBING EVENT—Children with special physical or developmental needs are invited to join Courageous Kids Climbing for this free wall-climbing event. Climbing has been shown to benefit children with special needs in a variety of ways.

For children with developmental challenges, it helps them learn how to focus, enhances coordination and provides the opportunity to practice their problem-solving skills.

For childen with physical challenges, utilizing the organization’s

special harnesses, it provides a chance to leave the horizontal world and experience the vertical world.

Reservations required; to reserve a spot for your child or to volunteer to be a coach, contact Jeff Riechmann at jeffriechmann@cs.com. 10 a.m.noon. FREE. Caldwell Family YMCA, 3720 S. Indiana Ave., Caldwell. facebook.com/CourageousKidsClimbing.

SING ALONG WITH DON RITCHEY—Enjoy fun for the whole family. Don Ritchey will bring his guitar and perform family favorites that you can sing along to. 12:30 p.m. FREE. Meridian Public Library, 1326 W. Cherry Lane, Meridian, 208-888-4451, www.mld.org.

TOUCH A TRUCK—Join the Junior League of Boise for the annual event that offers children a handson opportunity to explore working trucks of all types and to meet the people who build, protect and serve the Treasure Valley. Admission is free; donations appreciated. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. By donation. Boise State Broncos Albertsons Stadium, 1910 University Drive, Boise, 208424-5011, boisestate.edu.

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CURVY GIRL KATE’S BIRTHDAY ASTEGOS FUNDRAISER PARTY— Celebrate Curvy Girl’s first birthday at this fundraiser party to benefit Astegos.org, an up-and-coming homeless day shelter. Amy-Pence Brown will be in the house, and you can enjoy a silent auction, fashion show, food, games, sidewalk sale, pin-up dolls and more. Party down for a good cause and help lift Astegos.org so high, they become a beacon of hope in the community.

10 a.m.-4 p.m. FREE. Curvy Girl Kate’s, 10866 W. Overland Road, Boise, 208-322-8789, astegos.org.

IDAHO BOTANICAL GARDEN GUIDED TOURS—Enjoy a one-hour guided tour of the Idaho Botanical Garden. Tours are included with regular admission and free to Garden members. No need to register.

10 a.m. FREE-$7. Idaho Botanical Garden, 2355 Old Penitentiary Road, Boise, 208-343-8649, idahobotanicalgarden.org.

IMMG FIELD TRIP: LESLIE GULCH—Visit this wonderland of sculpted rhyolite and exciting geology with Oregon State Geologist Mark Ferns. Minimal walking is anticipated. No reservation required.

Take lunch and plenty of water.

Meet at the WinCo parking lot at Meridian Road and I-84 at 7:30 a.m. for an 8 a.m. departure. For details, visit idahomuseum.org, the museum’s Facebook page or call Steve at 208-853-1678. 7:30 a.m. $10-$15. Idaho Museum of Mining and Geology, 2455 Old Penitentiary Road, Boise.

MERIWETHER NEIGHBORHOOD CRUSH— Don’t miss your last chance to take your surplus neighborhood apples picked off the tree (not the ground) to Meriwether Cider before the Neighborhood Crush Party Sept. 10 (10 a.m.-6 p.m.), when the apples will be pressed to make hard cider. You can even get $1 off a cider for your efforts, and taste the fruits of your labor on Oct. 8, when Meriwether will have the Neighborhood Crush hard cider on tap. FREE. Meriwether Cider Co., 5242 W. Chinden Blvd., Garden City, 208972-6725, meriwethercider.com.

SNAKE RIVER REGION SPORTS CAR CLUB OF AMERICA—Join the Snake River Sports Car Club of America for autocross in the west parking lot. Drivers of all experience levels are welcome to join. For more info, visit srrscca.com. 8 a.m. $40-$90. Expo Idaho (Fairgrounds), 5610 Glenwood St., Garden City, 208-287-5650, expoidaho.com.

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TREASURE VALLEY SINGLES DANCE—Enjoy open social dancing to a live band every week on Saturday. Married couples are welcome, too. 8 p.m. $6-$7. Eagles Lodge Nampa, 118 11th Ave. N., Nampa, 208-442-1970, treasurevalleysingles.weebly.com.

WALKABOUT BOISE WALKING TOUR—Join Preservation Idaho for their weekly Saturday guided walking tour through 150 years of history and architecture. They will introduce you to the built environment that makes downtown Boise like no other place. These walking

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CALENDAR tours will be held rain or shine, beginning and ending in front of the Basque Museum on Grove Street.

11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. $12. Basque Block, Grove Street between Capitol Boulevard and Sixth Street, Boise, preservationidaho.org.

Food BOISE BEER WARS IPA FEST—Don’t miss your chance to taste 30 different IPAs from a mix of breweries, including some of your local faves and regional leaders. Entry is free; buy a tasting glass for $5 and tasting token for $1. Each token gets you a 4 oz. taste. Blind tasting and

IPA voting from 5-8 p.m. With music

by The Sextones and Great Bait.

Proceeds benefit the Idaho Horse Rescue. 5-10 p.m. FREE. El Korah Shrine Center, 1118 W. Idaho St., Boise, 208-343-0571, facebook. com/10BarrelBrewingBoise.

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ARTS/EXTRA SOMETHING FUNNY HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO BOISE: THE 208 COMEDY FEST To foster a healthy creative community, it’s vital to support local talent and bring in national/international as well.

Treefort Music Fest is a perfect example of how successful using the local+national formula can be, and it’s a model employed by a lot of other excellent Boise-based events. The newest addition to the family of multi-day, multi-venue, multi-act festivals is the 208 Comedy Fest, which will take place Sept. 7-9.

Founded by partners and local comics Emma Arnold and Dylan Haas, the fest will bring more than 50 local and touring comedians to the stages at Liquid Laughs, The Egyptian, Boise Contemporary Theater, Spacebar and The Olympic. It’s an ambitious undertaking— especially for an inaugural event—but one Arnold is well-suited for.

For the past three years, she has been touring extensively, performing in festivals and clubs around the country. She has performed in a number of cities with robust comedy scenes, and her goal with 208 Comedy Fest is to turn Boise into one of them.

“Last year I played 52 cities; the year before that, 76. I go to a lot of places,” Arnold said. “The best comedy town in America, in my opinion, is Eau Claire, Wisconsin (pop. 70,000). They have a monthly comedy show. It’s always a crowd of 300-ish or more. You can’t get a monthly show in Boise to do that. They’ve created this 208 Comedy Fest, Sept. 7-9, really loving, warm, supportive various locations. Passes $100atmosphere. Big names come 200, single ticket prices vary. through there because it’s a fun For schedule and more informaplace to do comedy.” tion, visit 208comedyfest.com or facebook.com/208ComedyFest.

Big names will be coming to Boise, too. The schedule of performers at 208 Comedy includes Emmy award-winning comic Dana Gould; Doug Benson, with a live taping of his “Doug Loves Movies” podcast; Arnold, a self-proclaimed “warrior woman for female comics;” New York-based Janelle James; California-based Marcella Arguello and Boise-based Sophie Hughes, Jen Adams, Alisha Donahue and many more, all culled from around 150 submissions.

When asked how Boise could become a comedy town, Arnold’s answer was simple.

“By doing what we’re doing,” she said.”You bring in talent, you start small and you continue to grow.”

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3RD ANNUAL WORLD SUICIDE PREVENTION DAY CANDLELIGHT VIGIL—Join the Idaho Chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention for its Third Annual Candlelight Vigil to honor those we have lost to suicide. Take a battery-powered candle to join in the vigil, or even a picture of a candle on your smartphone, as actual flame candles are not permitted on Capitol grounds. The names of loved ones will be read aloud as part of the ceremony. To add a name to the list, fill out the event Google Form, which can be found on the event Facebook page.

8:30 p.m. FREE. Idaho State Capitol Building, 700 W. Jefferson St., Boise, 208-433-9705.

On Stage BLT: PRIDE AND PREJUDICE—2 p.m. $11-$14. Boise Little Theater, 100 E. Fort St., Boise, 208-3425104, boiselittletheater.org.

ISF: THE HOUND OF THE BASKERVILLES—7:30 p.m. $13$45. Idaho Shakespeare Festival, 5657 Warm Springs Ave., Boise, 208-336-9221, idahoshakespeare. org.

STAGE COACH: THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE—2 p.m. $12-$15. Stage Coach Theatre, 4802 W. Emerald Ave., Boise, 208-342-2000, stagecoachtheatre.com.

TRIBUTE TO FRANKLY FRANKIE BURLESQUE—9 p.m. FREE. Pengilly’s Saloon, 513 W. Main St., Boise, 208-345-6344, facebook. com/PengillysSaloon.

Art ART IN THE PARK—10 a.m.-5 p.m. FREE. Julia Davis Park, 700 S. Capitol Blvd., Boise, 208-345-8330, boiseartmuseum.org.

MERIDIAN ART WEEK— Participate in the Art Drop and more fun art events during Meridian’s weeklong celebration of the arts. For a complete schedule of events, visit meridiancity.org/mac. Sept. 10-16. FREE. Meridian City Hall, 33 E. Broadway Ave., Meridian, 208-888-4433, meridiancity.org/mac.

Calls to Artists STAGE COACH AUDITIONS: THE GREAT AMERICAN TRAILER PARK CHRISTMAS MUSICAL—It’s holiday time down in Armadillo Acres (Florida’s premier mobileliving community) and everyone’s filled with warmth and beer. Your favorite trio (Betty, Lin and Pickles) jingle all the way with some new neighbors in an all-new, all-trailerpark musical. Run dates: Nov. 24-Dec. 16. For audition questions, contact Kelliey Chavez at Kelliey@ bluerealm.net or at 208-871-4685.

Sign up for auditions at signupgenius.com. 5 p.m. FREE. Stage Coach Theatre, 4802 W. Emerald Ave., Boise, 208-871-4685, stagecoachtheatre.com.

eight years under President George W. Bush. The recently retired colonel will share stories about keeping the president safe on Sept.

11, 2001, and clandestinely flying the president in and out of Iraq on Thanksgiving 2003. Breakfast will be served. Seating is limited; reservations must be made in advance. 7:30-9:30 a.m. $40.

Riverside Hotel, 2900 W. Chinden Blvd., Boise, 208-631-8912.

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LIVE POETRY SOCIETY—7 p.m.

FREE. Liquid Lounge, 405 S. Eighth St., Boise, 208-941-2459, liquidboise.com.

ANNE FRANK MEMORIAL TOURS—Enjoy free docent-led tours of the Idaho Anne Frank Human Rights Memorial every Tuesday from April to October. Meet at the statue of Anne Frank on the Greenbelt at Eighth Street. Hosted by the Wassmuth Center for Human Rights.

12:15 p.m. FREE. Anne Frank Human Rights Memorial, 777 S. Eighth St., Boise, 208-345-0304, wassmuthcenter.org.

Workshops & Classes

On Stage ISF: THE HOUND OF THE BASKERVILLES—7:30 p.m. $13$45. Idaho Shakespeare Festival, 5657 Warm Springs Ave., Boise, 208-336-9221, idahoshakespeare. org.

SNAKE RIVER REGION SPORTS CAR CLUB OF AMERICA—Join the Snake River Sports Car Club of America for autocross in the west parking lot. Drivers of all experience levels are welcome to join. For more info, visit srrscca.com. 8 a.m. $40-$90. Expo Idaho (Fairgrounds), 5610 Glenwood St., Garden City, 208-287-5650, expoidaho.com.

BOISE SCHOOLS COMMUNITY EDUCATION—Enrich your life by enrolling in a fall community education class with Boise School District.

It’s your opportunity, regardless of age, to try new things and meet new people. Classes are held Monday through Thursday evenings Sept. 11-Oct. 19 at Timberline High School, and West and Hillside junior high schools, in addition to a number of off-site locations. Visit boiselearns.org for a class catalog and to register. Boise School District Community Education Office, 8169 W. Victory Road, Boise, 208-854-4047.

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DOWNTOWN BOISE CAPITOL TABLE—Capitol Table brings the community together for an exclusive dining experience to raise funds for a worthy local cause. Diners will enjoy a delightfully unique alfresco dining experience, with the table set beneath the sparkling dome of the Idaho Statehouse, stretching the length of Capitol Boulevard from Jefferson Street to Bannock.

The four-course dinner includes appetizer, soup/salad, entree and dessert paired with wine from featured restaurants FORK, Brickyard Steakhouse, Juniper, Red Feather and Capitol Cellars. For more info and tickets, visit downtownboise. org. 5:30 p.m. $150, $650 Friends Four Pack. Idaho State Capitol Building, 700 W. Jefferson St., Boise, 208-433-9705, downtownboise.org/events/capitol-table.

BOISE SCHOOL BOARD MEETING—The Boise School District Board of Trustees will receive monthly consent agenda items that they will review and consider for approval.

A complete agenda will be posted on the board’s meeting packet website, and the public is invited to attend. 6 p.m. FREE. Boise School District Services Center, 8169 W. Victory Road, Boise, 208-8544125, boiseschools.org.

Odds & Ends OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS—6:30-7:30 p.m. FREE. Boise Church of Christ, 2000 N. Eldorado St., Boise, 208-409-1086, oa.org.

MONDAY SEPTEMBER 11 Festivals & Events CRIME STOPPERS FUNDRAISER WITH COL. MARK TILLMAN—Help Crime Stoppers of Southwest Idaho continue corralling criminals while hearing edge-of-your-seat stories from the nation’s 12th Presidential Pilot. Col. Mark Tillman served as commander of Air Force One for

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Odds & Ends COLOR ME CALM—Enjoy a relaxing time coloring beautiful, detailed designs by some of today’s top adult coloring book producers. The library will provide materials, soothing music and a light snack. For ages 18 and older. 6:30 p.m. FREE. Ada Community Library Victory Branch, 10664 W. Victory Road, Boise, 208362-0181, adalib.org/victory.

Food SNOW CONE MONDAYS—Drop by The Balcony Club for alcoholic and non-alcoholic snow cones. For ages 21 and older. 4-9 p.m. Prices vary.

Balcony Club, 150 N. Eighth St., Boise, 208-336-1313, thebalconyclub.com.

Citizen TUESDAY DINNER—Volunteers needed to help cook up a warm dinner for Boise’s homeless and needy population, and clean up afterward.

Event is nondenominational.

Tuesdays, 4:30-7:30 p.m. FREE. Immanuel Lutheran Church, 707 W. Fort St., Boise, 208-344-3011.

Kids & Teens GURU DONUTS TASTY TALES STORYTIME WITH REDISCOVERED BOOKS—Get the kiddos giggling at two storytime sessions with the staff of Rediscovered Books while enjoying the tasty treats at Guru Donuts. The first 20-minute session starts at 10 a.m., with an encore at 10:30 a.m. Go early for $2.50 donut and drink specials.

Tuesdays, 10-11 a.m. Continues through Nov. 28. FREE. Guru Donuts, 928 W. Main St,, Ste. 100, Boise, 208-571-7792, gurudonuts. com/tasty-tales.

Animals & Pets BUFFALO FIELD CAMPAIGN ROAD SHOW—Mike Mease, Buffalo Field Campaign’s co-founder and campaign coordinator, is hitting the road again with his annual BFC Road Show. As he has done since 1999, Mease will be visiting communities to share music, stories, video and discussion inspired by the last wild bison. Mease will be joined by musician Mignon Geli for these very special events.

7-9 p.m. FREE. Idaho Outdoor Association Hall, 3401 Brazil St., Boise.

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LISTEN HERE ROSALIE SORRELS TRIBUTE ALBUM ACOUSTIC PREVIEW SHOWCASE, SEPT. 7, RECORD EXCHANGE Above all else, folk singer and Idaho icon Rosalie Sorrels was a storyteller, and it’s only fitting that following her death June 11, those she left behind are sharing her story through music.

Specifically, through the four-disc album Tribute to the Travelin’ Lady: Rosalie Sorrels, which features 44 bands and musicians who counted the folk hero among their influences. The album will be officially released Sept. 8, but fans can buy an advance copy and listen to live performances from contributors Terry Garthwaite, Mollie O’Brien and Rich Moore, Steve Fulton Music, Belinda Bowler, a.k.a. Belle, Bill Coffey and Dan Costello Music at the Record Exchange. The album features covers of Sorrels’ songs alongside original compositions in her honor, and the CD box set includes a 36-page booklet of musician profiles, quotes, photos and more created by graphics designer Jim Hadley, plus cover art by local artist Ward Hooper.

—Lex Nelson 6 p.m., FREE. The Record Exchange, 1105 W. Idaho St., 208344-8010, therecordexchange.com.

MUSIC GUIDE WEDNESDAY

RANDOMACX AND FRIENDS—5 p.m. FREE. Bar 365

KARAOKE WITH DJ BONZ—9:30 p.m. FREE. Busted Shovel

CLAY MOORE TRIO—9 p.m. FREE. Chandlers

SEPT. 6

SLEEPING LESSONS—With The Green Zoo and Hand Trembler. 7 p.m. $5. Neurolux

MUSIC BOX—Kim Philley and Ned Evett. 5 p.m. FREE. Bar 365

COM TRUISE AND NOSAJ THING—8 p.m. $16-$40. Knitting Factory

ALMOST FAMOUS KARAOKE—9:30 p.m. FREE. Liquid CARMEL CROCK AND KEN HARRIS—6 p.m. FREE. Sofia’s CHIEF BROOM—With Heatwarmer, Sister Wife, and Tispur. 7 p.m. $5.

The Olympic CHUCK SMITH TRIO—8 p.m.

FREE. Chandlers DUELING PIANOS—8 p.m. FREE. Whiskey Bar JONATHAN WARREN AND THE BILLYGOATS—8:45 p.m. FREE. Pengilly’s JOSEPH LYLE—6:30 p.m. FREE. Highlands Hollow KARAOKE—8 p.m. FREE. High Note MIKE ROSENTHAL—5:30 p.m.

FREE. Chandlers OLD-TIME JAM—6 p.m. FREE. High Note OPEN MIC—Hosted by Fresh AF, No Relation, and The Wanderers.

8 p.m. FREE. Eastside

SPAWNBREEZIE—With New Kingston and Kash’d Out. 9 p.m. $12-$15. Reef STEVE EATON—5 p.m. FREE. Sandbar

THURSDAY

SEPT. 7 BEN BURDICK TRIO— 8 p.m.

FREE. Chandlers BILLY BRAUN—5 p.m. FREE. Sandbar CHUCK SMITH—5:30 p.m. FREE. Chandlers FERAL BILLY HICCUP—6:30 p.m.

FREE. High Note FRIM FRAM FOUR—8:45 p.m.

FREE. Pengilly’s GREAT GARDEN ESCAPE: BLUES BROTHERS ROCK N’ SOUL REVUE—6 p.m. FREE-$10. Idaho Botanical Garden JOHN BUTLER TRIO—With Nattali Rize. 8 p.m. $35-$47.50. Egyptian

PERTURBATOR—With Street Fever, and Crona Clone. 7 p.m. $18-$22. Neurolux

EMILY TIPTON—10 p.m. $5. Reef EMILY TIPTON BAND—8:45 p.m.

FREE. Pengilly’s

SIMPLE CREATION—10 p.m. $5.

Reef

ENCORE—8 p.m. FREE. WilliB’s

SPENCER BATT—5:30 p.m. FREE. Piper

FRANK MARRA—5:30 p.m. FREE. Chandlers

TRIBUTE TO THE TRAVELIN’ LADY: ROSALIE SORRELS ACOUSTIC PREVIEW—6 p.m.

FREE. The Record Exchange

KARAOKE WITH DJ BONZ—9:15 p.m. FREE. Lucky Dog REBECCA SCOTT—1 p.m. FREE. Sandbar

WILSEN—With Ana Lete. 7 p.m. $8. The Olympic

SASSYBLACK—8 p.m. $8-$10.

Neurolux

FRIDAY

SOUL HONEY—8 p.m. FREE. Piper

SEPT. 8

TRACY MORRISON—7:30 p.m.

FREE. The District

A MIGHTY BAND OF MICROBES—7 p.m. FREE. High Note

TRIBUTE TO THE TRAVELIN’ LADY: ROSALIE SORRELS ALBUM RELEASE CONCERT—With Nina Gerber, Mollie O’Brien and Rich Moore, Bill Coffey and His Cash Money Cousins, Belinda Bowler with Foothills School second grade class, Steve Fulton, Ben Burdick and Amy Rose, Steve Eaton, Frim Fram Fellas, The Giant Leprechauns, Dan Costello, Kayleigh Jack, Rebecca Scott, Coberly,

BITTER GREENS FAREWELL SHOW—6:30 p.m. FREE. Powderhaus BLAZE AND KELLY—5 p.m. FREE. Sandbar BRETT REID—5 p.m. FREE. Bar 365

14th Annual

Change Your World Celebration “Standing Up To Hate and Extremism, Together” Friday, September 15, 2017 6:00 -9:30 p.m.

Boise Centre EAST, Rm 400 850 West Front, Boise No-host reception, music, silent auction, live auction, dinner, award recognition, program with keynote presentation.

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MUSIC GUIDE Towne and Day, Catherine Merrick of a.k.a Belle, and The Divas of Boise. 7 p.m. $15-$18. Egyptian ZOMBOY—With Eptic, and Xilent. 8 p.m. $15-$40. Revolution

SATURDAY

SEPT. 9 18 STRINGS—8 p.m. FREE. WilliB’s CAMDEN HUGHES TRIO—9 p.m.

FREE. Chandlers FRANK MARRA—5:30 p.m. FREE. Chandlers THE HIGHBEAMS—5 p.m. FREE. Sandbar

MONDAY

TUESDAY

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SEPT. 12

1332 RECORDS PUNK MONDAY—9 p.m. FREE. Liquid

CARMEL CROCK AND KEN HARRIS—5 p.m. FREE. Bar 365

ANDY BYRON’S AMERICANA: HOT CLUB OF COWTOWN—6:30 p.m. $20-$30. Cinder

CHUCK SMITH TRIO—8 p.m.

FREE. Chandlers

BLAZE AND KELLY—5 p.m. FREE. Bar 365 DAVID MOSS—5 p.m. FREE. Sandbar MIKE ROSENTHAL—6 p.m. FREE. Chandlers MOSS AND RICHE—5 p.m. FREE. Sandbar

HOKUM HI-FLYERS—1 p.m. FREE. Sandbar

OPEN MIC WITH REBECCA SCOTT AND EMILY TIPTON—8 p.m. FREE. Pengilly’s

KARAOKE WITH DJ BONZ—9:30 p.m.. FREE. Pauly’s

SINGLE CAR GARAGE BAND—6 p.m. FREE. Awakenings

PATRICIA FOLKNER—5 p.m. FREE. Bar 365

KARAOKE WITH DJ BONZ—9:30 p.m. FREE. Lucky Dog MIKE ROSENTHAL—5:30 p.m.

FREE. Chandlers OPEN MIC—7 p.m. FREE. WilliB’s RADIO BOISE TUESDAY: MADELINE KENNEY—With Cmmnwlth and Kathleen Williams. 7 p.m. $7.

Neurolux RED LIGHT CHALLENGE—5 p.m.

FREE. Sandbar THE SUBURBANS—8:45 p.m.

FREE. Pengilly’s THUNDERCAT—8 p.m. $18-$45.

Knitting Factory

ROLLED INTO ONE—10 p.m. $5.

Reef SOUL KITCHEN—8 p.m. FREE. O’Michael’s SPENCER BATT—8 p.m. FREE. Piper WALT AND TERESA HUNTSMAN—7 p.m. FREE. High Note WE WERE GIANTS—With The Nixon Rodeo, Traitors Gate, and As Fire Falls. 8 p.m. $6-$10. Knitting Factory WILL WEST—8:45 p.m. FREE. Pengilly’s

SUNDAY

SEPT. 10 CRYPTIC WISDOM—With DJ Michael Foxx. 7 p.m. $12-$15.

The Shredder ISKA DHAAF—With DADWAVE and Oceans Are Zeroes. 7 p.m. $8-$10. Neurolux NOCTURNUM LIVE INDUSTRIAL DJS—10 p.m. FREE. Liquid REVEREND HORTON HEAT—With Strung Out, Fishbone, and Los Kung Fu Monkeys. 8 p.m. $25$60. Knitting Factory THE SIDEMEN: GREG PERKINS AND RICK CONNOLLY—6 p.m.

FREE. Chandlers SOUL COWBOYS—5 p.m. FREE. Sandbar STE. CHAPELLE SUMMER CONCERT SERIES—Snake River Valley Harvest Festival with High Street Band. 1-4 p.m. $10-$15.

Ste. Chapelle TYLOR AND THE TRAIN ROBBERS—1 p.m. FREE. Sandbar

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LISTEN HERE ROSALIE SORRELS TRIBUTE ALBUM RELEASE, SEPT. 8, THE EGYPTIAN Rosalie Sorrels, who passed away this June at the age of 83, was born to a highway engineer father and a mother who ran a bookstore in Boise. Sorrels, a folk singer-songwriter, is an Idaho icon and during a career spanning more than 60 years, she cut dozens of albums, shared the stage with Jerry Garcia at Woodstock, received an honorary doctorate from the University of Idaho, garnered two Grammy nominations, authored two books and raised five children. Following her death on June 11 of this year, a group of friends, fans and family recorded a four-disc album, Tribute to the Travelin’ Lady: Rosalie Sorrels, which they will celebrate in a style befitting the Idaho gem. Several videos in memory will screen alongside performances by Laurie Lewis, Bill Coffey & His Cash Money Cousins, Steve Eaton, Rebecca Scott, The Divas of Boise and many others—see the full list of performers at rosaliesorrelstribute.com. Purchase tickets and the album together (either online or at the door) to save a bit of cash while you honor this Boise legend.

—Lex Nelson Doors 6 p.m., show 7 p.m., $15-$40. The Egyptian Theatre, 700 W. Main St., 208-345-0454, egyptiantheatre.net.

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SCREEN NORTHERN EXPOSURE

The Toronto International Film Festival 2017 offers a slate of highly anticipated films GEORGE PRENTICE

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If the Toronto International Film Festival were any more like a Nor’easter, it would appear on a weather map. TIFF, which launches its 2017 slate of more than 200 world and/or North American premieres Thursday, Sept. 7, pushes great movies like a gale-force wind. A change in the weather is just about due:The Los Angeles Times reports Hollywood is suffering its worst summer movie season in 25 years.

Enough about the past, though. Below is a sampling of movies screening in the next 10 days, and plenty of them will compete for Oscar gold in the coming months. In alphabetical order, here are the Oscar-buzzworthy titles I’m most excited to see: Call Me by Your Name—An adaptation of the 2007 novel that Vanity Fair called “a modern classic of gay literature,” starring Armie Hammer and directed by Luca Guadagnino (A Bigger Splash).

Downsizing—The latest film from Alexander Payne (The Descendants, Sideways), stars Matt Damon and Kristen Wiig as a middle-American husband and wife who shrink their lives, quite literally (co-starring Jason Sudeikis and Christoph Waltz).

The Florida Project -The follow-up project from director Sean Baker (Tangerine) is a bittersweet story of the goings-on at a cheap Orlando motel, garnering the best notices of Willem Dafoe’s career.

The Killing of a Sacred Deer—Director Yorgos Lanthimos follows his break-out hit The Lobster with a supernatural thriller starring Colin Farrell and Nicole Kidman.

Mother!—The much-anticipated thriller from director Darren Aronofsky (Black Swan), starring Jennifer Lawrence, Javier Bardem and Michelle Pfeiffer.

Roman J. Israel, Esq.—Denzel Washington is a mild-mannered lawyer partnered with another attorney (Colin Farrell), a high-powered and often ruthless dynamo.

The Shape of Water—From the genius that is Guillermo del Toro (Pan’s Labyrinth) comes an original Cold War-era fairy tale of a mute woman (Sally Hawkins) who falls in love with a

(Clockwise, from upper left): Battle of the Sexes,, Roman J. Israel, Esq., Mother, The Florida Project, The Shape of Water, Molly’s Game and (center) Downsizing.

sub-aquatic creature of the deep being held captive at a top-secret government research facility (co-starring Octavia Spencer, Michael Shannon and Richard Jenkins).

Suburbicon—George Clooney directs a Coen Brothers script about a flawed 1950s-era couple making some very bad choices (co-starring Matt Damon and Julianne Moore).

Three Billboards Outside Ebbing Missouri—Frances McDormand and Woody Harrelson star in the latest from dark-humor master Martin McDonagh (In Bruges).

TIFF 2017 also has an abundance of sportsthemed entries: Battle of the Sexes—The epic 1973 tennis match between Bobby Riggs and Billie Jean King is perfectly cast with Steve Carell and Emma Stone.

Borg/McEnroe—Hollywood bad boy Shia LaBeouf plays the original bad boy of tennis John McEnroe.

I, Tonya—The most famous felon in figure skating, Tonya Harding, is portrayed by Margot Robbie (Suicide Squad).

Some of Hollywood’s most accomplished writers and actors will unveil their first-time efforts as directors, including: I Love You, Daddy—TIFF organizers say comedian extraordinaire Louis C.K. filmed his

feature-length film debut entirely in secret with a cast including John Malkovich and Rose Byrne.

Lady Bird—Greta Gerwig, whose breakout performance in Frances Ha lit up TIFF in 2012, returns to Toronto with her directing debut starring Saoirse Ronan (Brooklyn).

Molly’s Game—Aaron Sorkin (The West Wing) directs and Jessica Chastain stars in the true story of a champion skier who becomes the proprietor of Hollywood’s most exclusive highstakes poker games.

Unicorn Store—Oscar winner Brie Larson (Room) stars in her directorial debut about a young woman who discovers a magical store managed by a cheerful salesman in a shiny pink suit (Samuel L. Jackson).

All in, BW is expecting to screen nearly sixty films in ten days. Also on our must-see schedule are: 55 Steps (starring Hilary Swank and Jeffrey Tambor), The Disaster Artist (James Franco), The Mountain Between Us (Idris Elba and Kate Winslet), Three Christs (Peter Dinklage and Richard Gere), Victoria and Albert (Judi Dench) and a full slate of television debuts, including the world premiere of HBO’s The Deuce and the second season of The Girlfriend Experience from Starz.

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FOOD Capitol Table brings fine dining to the middle of Capitol Boulevard LE X NEL SON

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BEAT THE HEAT WITH PINOT GRIGIO About now, as we usually segue into the cooler weather, I’m moving toward transition wines (soft reds or bigger whites). It seems summer is reluctant to loosen its unseasonably hot grip, though, so I’m instead sticking with light and refreshing wines—pinot grigio fits that to a T. Native to Italy, grigio is typically leaner and livelier than its French counterpart, pinot gris. Here are three to help you beat the persistent heat:

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Al fresco dining is wildly popular in Boise.

Despite the summer heat and smoke-filled air that regularly accost the city, patios are such moneymakers that restaurants have squeezed them into even the most unlikely spaces—a prime example is Capitol Cellars, a subterranean eatery with a brand-new patio pushing up onto the street like a flower through a sidewalk crack.

A new Downtown Boise Association event will create a patio in perhaps one of the most unexpected spots of all Sunday, Sept. 10: right in the center of Capitol Boulevard. The 150seat banquet table will hold a four-course meal with wine pairings catered by five top Boise chefs. Even though the event comes with a $150 per-person price tag (or $650 for a party of four) the DBA reports a number of Boiseans are more than willing to pay for a night of fine dining in the not-so-fresh mountain air.

According to DBA Events and Programs Manager Karlee May, the idea of closing Capitol for a night of fine dining has been three years in the making. Since hearing at an international conference about similar events taking place in other cities, DBA has been brainstorming ways to recreate that success in Boise.

“We’ve been kind of putting it together in bits and pieces,” May said.

Three of the pieces they chose: using a single table to create a communal vibe, focusing on local food and wine pairings, and gifting a chunk of the proceeds to a food industryrelated nonprofit. To make it happen, chefs from Fork, Brickyard, Red Feather, Juniper and Capitol Cellars will be putting out four-course pre-fixe menus inspired by five local wines, with half the proceeds going to Create Common Good. Diners will be split into five groups of 30, with each group being served by a single chef. Parties of four get their first choice of restaurant, while singles can make requests but will be placed according to availability.

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the box and showcase those cool items that are local to here,” May said. She added that CCG, a nonprofit that trains refugees, veterans, people with disabilities and others with barriers to employment to work in industrial kitchens, was “a great fit for this first year.”

“We’re all coming together as a community, we all have these common themes that run through our lives and that’s food, friends, and supporting ourselves and our families,” said CCG Community Engagement and Development Manager Erin McCandless. “That’s what makes us a perfect fit for this community event.”

CCG staff will be on site for the big day, with 15 to 20 volunteers standing by to help the chefs, who will truck in their ingredients on ice at noon to begin prepping for the meal at 5:30 p.m. Each restaurant will have its own staging area outside along Capitol Boulevard for plating and serving, and although preparing food in a restaurant without walls presents some challenges, Fork/Alavita Executive Chef Kris Ott said he isn’t worried.

“Since it’s an offsite event I made things as plate-ready as possible, so there will be a lot of squeeze bottles, a lot of really simple touch-up stuff—I didn’t want to make my dishes too complicated,” said Ott. “And it’s going to be hot, so I have a lot of cold courses and room temperature stuff, which I think will play really well with the warm weather.”

While the $150-per-person price tag may be a bit prohibitive, the menus are bound to stel-

lar. Ott offered a sneak peek at the four courses Fork will serve, which include cantaloupe gazpacho with toasted hazelnut salad and beluga caviar; heirloom tomato confit pork cheeks with mustard green puree and grilled peaches; a savory tomato and basil upside down cake topped with salted caramel and creme fraiche; and a dish he calls “Fish Out of Water,” which features yellowtail ahi crudo and a bright blue flower- and spice-infused tea that turns hot pink when spritzed with lemon juice.

“Everything is locally sourced. Literally for this event, I don’t there’s anything but the caviar and maybe the pork cheeks that’s [from] farther away than 150 miles. It’s pretty hardcore local,” Ott said. “I’m not worried about too many hiccups, and we’ll be putting out some really beautiful food.”

For those intrigued by the menu and concept but unable to afford the ticket price, there’s still hope—May predicts that the event will grow in the coming years, and more diners shelling out the dough could bring prices down. For now, though, DBA is sticking by its $150 price point.

“The price point is set to reflect the level of food and drink that the attendees will be receiving,” said May. “And it’s kind of right on point with a typical four-course fine dining dinner that you would see at a fine dining restaurant. From the attendees who are coming’s perspective, we’ve actually had a very successful first go at this—we only have a couple of tickets left.”

2015 ARGENTO PINOT GRIGIO, $10.99 Pinot Grigio doesn’t have to be Italian, as this Argentine entry proves.

With its unctuous floral peach aromas and flavors, this leans a bit more toward the pinot gris style. The flavors are a mix of peach with green apple, spiced lemon and a touch of mineral. A racy backbone of food-friendly acidity keeps things in balance.

2015 SILTERRA PINOT GRIGIO, $9.99 A second label for Tenuta Sant’Anna, this wine is made with estate grapes sourced from younger vines. There’s a delicate sweetness to the floral aromas, something like pear strudel. It’s light and vivacious on the palate with a bright core of mostly lemon and lime, with grapefruit coming through on the long finish.

2016 TORRE DI LUNA PINOT GRIGIO, $12.99 Founded in 1905, this winery was the first in Italy’s Trentino Alto Adige to estate bottle their wines. The richly perfumed nose offers spiced apple and honeyed pear, backed by a hit of citrus zest. At its core, the flavors are round and ripe, filled with silky melon and pear, complemented by crisp, lightly bitter citrus. Cleansing acidity marks the refreshing finish.

—David Kirkpatrick

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Some choice words on Boise State football from the voice of the Broncos GEORGE PRENTICE

One man who always keeps his eye on the ball is Bob Behler, the “voice” of the Boise State Broncos football and basketball broadcasts. With football season just beginning, Behler is deep into the X’s and O’s of one of the most unpredictable football programs in the nation. Before long, he’ll be gearing up for a new basketball season too.

Born and bred in Stockton, California, the son of a pharmacist and teacher, Behler said there was only one true love in his formative years: sports.

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Was there any question of what you wanted to do for a living?

I played little league baseball, but by the time you’re 12, you realize if you’re not really good, you’ve got to find some other way to be in sports.

I started in high school at a cable TV station. By the time I was a junior, I was broadcasting high school football games on the local radio station.

Which do you love more: football or basketball?

Right now, I’m so excited about football, but in three or four months, it’ll all be about Boise State basketball. And I’m really looking forward to Boise State getting baseball. I’m hoping I have the opportunity to call some baseball next year.

Your own play-by-play contract is with…

Learfield Sports, the group that contracts with Boise State for the play-by-play broadcasts.

Did Boise State interview you for the job?

Yes. So, can you speak to the balance of being a broadcast journalist rather than a cheerleader for the home team?

First of all, you have to be yourself. I think people can tell that I want Boise State to win, but I’m not going to be screaming about the officiating or a penalty against Boise State. I just don’t think that’s my place.

Many fans turn down the TV and use your radio broadcast for the play-by-play when we watch the game at home.

Thanks. That’s flattering. But keep in mind, the radio broadcast is a few seconds sooner, because of a delay in most television broadcasts.

Some broadcasters move from town to town to take another job. Are you in a position to listen to a job offer from a bigger market?

Each of the two times I moved, it was tremendous. I was at Bucknell for 13 years and then I had the opportunity to take a job at UMass; it was a nice step up. I came here in 2008, the right place and the right time. I really enjoy living in Boise; I have a great home and recently got married.

How many seasons have you been broadcasting college football?

Thirty-one years in all.

Do you have an idea of how many games you’ve called play by play?

No, but I can tell I’ve called exactly 100 wins in the nine years here at Boise State.

Some people would have to work decades to call that many wins for one school.

My first game was Kellen Moore’s first game [as BSU quarterback].

That began a lot of wins for Boise State.

Fifty wins of the first 53 games. It’s a lot more fun when your team is doing well.

What games this season should we be paying particular attention to?

I think it’s the Broncos’ toughest schedule, at least in the nine years that I’ve been here. We won two really tight home games last year against BYU and the University of Washington. Well this year, we have to turn around and play them again, but we’ll be the visitors. But then you look at two other crucial games that we lost last year on the road, at Air Force and Wyoming. And this year, they have to come here. I think we’re looking at four games that could go either way.

If there was a perfect schedule…

I would have us play at Colorado Springs and Laramie, Wyoming in the early fall when the weather was really nice, and make sure we were playing in San Diego and Hawaii by the end of the season.

This never gets old, does it?

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Confession: by some definitions, I’m considered a millennial, but by most, I’m not. I’ve struggled with the idea of crowdfunding.

I was told growing up that one doesn’t ask for financial assistance, one goes out and earns it. However, the times, my darlings, they’ve been a-changin’. Trends show millennials are investing in experiences rather than possessions. Young people are also keen on contributing to something amazing instead of giving individual gifts. While some have ruined crowdfunding with silly or bizarre requests, by and large, most see it as a viable way to help each other in a world with dwindling opportunity. As for naysayers, whenever anyone wags a disapproving finger, I first assess their privilege.

People who’ve had a head start don’t understand struggle in the same way. Crowdfunding isn’t necessarily a handout, but a hand up. Besides, who really wants to gift a toaster off a registry?

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FREE WILL ASTROLOGY

BY ROB BREZSNY ARIES (March 21-April 19): You’re half-intoxicated by your puzzling adventures—and half-bewildered, as well. Sometimes, you’re spinning out fancy moves, sweet tricks and surprising gambits. On other occasions, you’re stumbling, bumbling and mumbling. Are you really going to keep up this rhythm? I hope so, because your persistence in navigating through challenging fun could generate big rewards. Like what, for example?

Like the redemptive transformation of a mess into an asset.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): “Free your mind, and your ass will follow,” sings funk pioneer George Clinton in his song “Good Thoughts, Bad Thoughts.” What’s the best way to free your mind?

Clinton advises to “be careful of the thought-seeds you plant in the garden of your mind.” That’s because the ideas you obsess on will eventually grow into the experiences you attract into your life.

“Good thoughts bring forth good fruit,” he croons, while “bullshit thoughts rot your meat.” Any questions, Taurus? According to my astrological analysis, this is the best possible counsel for you to receive right now.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): James Loewen wrote a book called Lies My Teacher Told Me: Everything Your American History Textbook Got Wrong. He said, for

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instance that during the European invasion and conquest of the continent, it wasn’t true Native Americans scalped white settlers, it was mostly the other way around: whites scalped Indians.

Here’s another example: Famous blind and deaf person, Helen Keller, was not a sentimental spokesperson for sweetness and light but rather a radical feminist and socialist who advocated revolution. I invite you to apply Loewen’s investigative approach to your past, Gemini. The coming weeks will be an excellent time to uncover hidden, incomplete and distorted versions of your history, and correct them.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Roger Hodge writes books now, but when he worked for Harper’s magazine, he had an unusual specialty: He gathered heaps of quirky facts and assembled several at a time into long sentences that had a nutty poetic grace. Here’s an example: “British cattle have regional accents, elephants mourn their dead, nicotine sobers drunk rats, scientists have concluded that teenagers are physically incapable of being considerate and clinical trials of an ‘orgasmatron’ are underway in North Carolina.”

I’m offering Hodge as a worthy role model for you in the coming weeks, Cancerian. Be curious, miscellaneous and free-flowing. Let your mind wander luxuriantly as

you make unexpected connections.

Capitalize on the potential blessings that appear through zesty twists and tangy turns.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): In Japan, you can buy a brand of candy called The Great Buddha’s Nose Snot. Each piece consists of a rice puff that resembles the Buddha’s nose filled with bits of brown sugar that symbolize snot. The candy-making company assures customers that eating this treat brings good luck. I invite you to be equally earthy and irreverent about your own spiritual values in the coming days. You’re in prime position to humanize your relationship with divine influences; to develop a more visceral passion for your holiest ideals; to translate your noblest aspirations into practical, enjoyable actions.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Will a routine trip to carry out an errand take you on a detour to the suburbs of the promised land?

Will you worry you’re turning into a monster, only to find the freakishness is just a phase you had to pass through on your way to unveiling some of your dormant beauty?

Will a provocative figure from the past lead you on a productive wildgoose chase into the future? These are some of the possible storylines I’ll be monitoring as I follow your progress in the coming weeks.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Let’s meet in the woods after midnight and tell each other stories about our origins, revealing secrets we almost forgot we had. Let’s sing the songs that electrified our emotions years ago when we first fell in love with our lives. Starlight will glow on our ancient faces. The fragrance of loam will seep into our voices like rainwater feeding the trees’ roots. We’ll feel the earth turning on its axis and sense the rumble of future memories coming to greet us. We’ll join hands, gaze into the dreams in each other’s eyes and dive as deep as we need to find hidden treasures.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): I don’t usually recommend giving gifts with strings attached. On the contrary, I advise you to offer your blessings without having any expectations at all. Generosity often works best when the recipients are free to use it any way they see fit. In the coming weeks, however, I’m making an exception to my rule. According to my reading of the omens, now is a time to be specific and forceful about the way you’d like your gifts to be used. As an example of how not to proceed, consider the venture capitalist who donated $25,000 to the University of Colorado. All he got in return was a restroom named after him.

If you give away $25,000, Scorpio, make sure you get a whole building

named after you.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Now that you’re getting a taste of what life would be like if you ruled the world, I’ll recommend a manual. It’s called How To Start Your Own Country, by Erwin Strauss (get a free peek at tinyurl.com/ YouSovereign). You could study it for tips on how to obtain national sovereignty, how to recruit new citizen and how to avoid paying taxes to yourself. (P.S. You can make dramatic strides toward being the boss of yourself and your destiny even without forming your own nation.)

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): There was a time when not even the most ambitious explorers climbed mountains. In the western world, the first time it happened was in 1492, when a Frenchman named Antoine de Ville ascended to the top of Mont Aiguille, using ladders, ropes and other props. I see you as having a kinship with de Ville in the coming weeks, Capricorn. I’d love to see you embark on a big adventure that would involve you trying on the role of a pioneer. This feat wouldn’t necessarily require strenuous training and physical courage. It might be more about daring creativity and moral courage.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Science fiction proposes there are alternate worlds alongside the visible one—hidden, yes, but perhaps

accessible with the right knowledge or luck. In recent years, maverick physicists have given the idea more credibility, theorizing that parallel universes exist right next to ours.

Even if these hypothetical places aren’t literally real, they serve as an excellent metaphor. Most of us are so thoroughly embedded in our own chosen niche, we are oblivious to the realities other people inhabit.

I bring these thoughts to your attention, Aquarius, because it’s a favorable time to tap into those alternate, parallel, secret, unknown or unofficial realms. Wake up to the rich sources that have been so close to you but so far away.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): I’m always in favor of you cultivating a robust relationship with your primal longings, but I’ll be rooting extra hard for you to do that during the next 11 months. I hope you will dig deep to identify your primal longings, and I hope you will revere them as the wellspring of your life energy, and I hope you will figure out all the tricks and strategies you will need to fulfill them. Here’s a hint about how to achieve the best results as you do this noble work: Define your primal longings with as much precision as you can, so you will never pursue passing fancies that bear just a superficial resemblance to the real things.

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