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Tree Trepidation The Christmas tree shortage in Boise is due to an unexpected culprit

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A Choir Carol

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EDITOR’S NOTE

HAPPY-ISH HOLIDAYS

For me, the holidays have long been a study in contradictions. I adore spending time with family, but I think a lot about loved ones who have passed. I grouse about shopping, but I relish finding the perfect present for someone. I dread the *early Boise Weekly deadlines, but I look forward to the extended time off they allow for (the office is closed Friday, Dec. 22-Monday, Jan. 1). The older I get, the faster I come to terms with the inevitable juggernaut that is Christmas and begin to embrace it. Instead of sweating holiday hassles, I remind myself that any other time of the year, I love bright colorful lights, parties, sales and cheery people, all of which are available in mass quantities the last few weeks of every year. Regardless of how I feel about the season— honestly, I’m coming around—it does inform a lot of what’s going on in the Treasure Valley and Boise Weekly right now.

On Page 6, News Editor George Prentice talks to one of the owners of North End Organic Nursery about a shortage of Christmas trees and an increase in growing hazelnut trees to meet the demand for Nutella (seriously).

We put together a list of holiday bazaars, which you’ll find on Page 12. If you have a favorite we missed, send the info to calendar@boiseweekly.com, and we’ll get it added online.

Staff Writer Lex Nelson spoke to busy Eagle High School Choral Director Seth McMullen about an approaching marathon of concerts and his upcoming trip to Africa as part of an international choral exchange program.

Last but not least, on Page 16, Prentice explains why seeing Three Billboards in Ebbing, Missouri, the new film written and directed by Martin McDonagh, is as important as remembering to put cookies and milk out for Santa on Christmas Eve.

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SERIOUS SOUP SIPPIN’ The Idaho Food Bank event Empty Bowls celebrated 20 years in Boise on Black Friday, raising funds for hungry Idahoans. Read more at Food & Drink/Food News.

BUYING UP BOISE On Nov. 28, the members of the Boise City Council voted on the purchase of a nearly 1,000-acre land parcel in the Boise Foothills.

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TREE TRIUMPH Despite the Christmas tree shortage, Boise Rescue Mission and the Owyhee County Historical Museum have fresh-cut beauties for sale. Read more at Arts & Culture/Culture.

OPINION

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QUOTE OF THE WEEK

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YOU WERE HERE LONG BEFORE ANY OF US WERE HERE. ALTHOUGH WE HAVE A REPRESENTATIVE IN CONGRESS WHO THEY SAY WAS HERE A LONG TIME AGO. THEY CALL HER POCAHONTAS.” —Donald Trump, speaking at a Nov. 27 event honoring Native American veterans, referring to Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.)

MAIL SPORT SUPPORT At the Oct. 25 Board Meeting of the Downtown Boise Neighborhood Association, the Board unanimously voted to support the Proposed Boise Sports Park. We did our research. We talked to residents.

We gave this much thought.

The overarching view of the Board is that the sports park will add to the overall quality of life for the Treasure Valley.

It will help to revitalize an area that has not shared equally in the development or urban improvements other areas have seen. We believe the project is prudently financed with primarily private funding and a relatively small amount of public investment.

We also like that residential buildings, offices, retail, a foot bridge and other improvements are all part of this proposal.

The DBNA and I, the association president, strongly urge final approval of this major and exciting step forward in the overall development of Boise.

Martin Jacobs, Boise

A BAD BET Slot machines no longer fit the definition of gambling: betting on an uncertain outcome.

With the invention of virtual reel mapping in 1982, “... It is possible for game designers

to reduce the odds of hitting a big jackpot from 1 in 10,648 to 1 in 137 million,” according to The Atlantic. Studies warn against game designs that exploit human psychological processes to cause and sustain addiction, yet revenue from problem gamblers ranged 31-74 percent in every study overviewed by the Institute for American Values.

Because slots provide an estimated 62-80 percent of revenue in U.S. casinos, gambling culture transformed from a “vacation” for those who can afford to lose money, into an “escape” for the working-class.

Primarily low-wage workers and retirees are trapped in a “policy of taking from the less affluent and rewarding the more affluent,” according to the Institute for American Values.

In his book Gambling in America, Earl L. Grinols declares gambling “represents direct harm to others that [do] not operate through the price system, are not borne by the agents that create them, and therefore, are not included in the decision-making process; all taxpayers incur the social costs of decisions they never weigh in on.”

Gambling costs devastate individuals, families, the efficiency of our businesses and institutions, and the health of our communities—includ-

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ing those who have never gambled. Eradicating slot machines and other virtual gambling would improve the well being of Idaho.

Victoria Ford, Eagle

POLLUTION PROTEST Happy Family Brands was launched 11 years ago to change the trajectory of children’s health through nutrition. Through thoughtfully made, organic food, we provide nutritious meals across the world. Our commitment to nourish lives as possible, address health issues linked to childhood nutrition and position kids for a healthy life is unwavering . Just as providing kids with nutritious meals supports long-term healthy development, so, too, does ensuring the air they breathe and the water they drink is pollutionfree. That’s why it’s vital we move away from fossil fuels and embrace 100 percent clean, renewable energy.

According to Dr. Margaret Chan of the World Health Organization, “A polluted environment is a deadly one— particularly for young children.”

Sadly, Ada County recently received a “D” grade from the American Lung Association for ozone pollution.

For the health of our kids and future generations, now is the time for Boise businesses to stand with us in urging public officials to commit to 100 percent clean, renewable energy ... and ensure a healthier future for all.

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NEWS

THE GREAT CHRISTMAS TREE SHORTAGE

Snack Shack provides nutritious snacks for food insecure students at Boise State University.

BSU DEVELOPS RESOURCES FOR FOOD-INSECURE STUDENTS Since Nov. 10, Room 132 in the Communication Building at Boise State University has been open for two hours on Friday afternoons to students with food insecurities. Called the Snack Shack, the resource was developed by the Communication Dept. to provide healthy snacks and canned goods for hungry students.

The idea came about when communication student Jana Hockersmith researched food insecurity on campus. Hockersmith surveyed 10 students and found eight of them struggled with food insecurity on a monthly basis.

After reading an Oct. 17 article in the university newspaper The Arbiter about student organizations working on opening a food pantry on campus, Rebecca Robideaux Tiedge, a Communications Dept. lecturer, turned to Hockersmith. When they learned getting the pantry up and running would take longer than expected, Hockersmith, Robideaux Tiedge and fellow department lecturer Marisa Hill teamed up with the Communications Dept. to create a way to temporarily fill the gap.

All of the food available in the Snack Shack is donated. By its second week, more than 200 items had been donated, and more than 15 students had used the resource.

“It’s really been a neat project that shows how many people get involved at different levels. It was one of those efforts that was sort of effortless to start,” Tiedge said.

The Snack Shack relies on the honor system but, more importantly, students who use it maintain their confidentiality. They aren’t asked personal questions but are instead asked to provide some demographics so organizers can get a sense of how much need there is.

“You just have to trust that the people who need it, get it. If you start requiring people to prove it, that can make people shy away ... because there’s a pretty big stigma with food insecurity,” Hockersmith said.

The trio plans to keep the Snack Shack open until the food pantry is operational, and they hope both programs will help destigmatize food insecurity on campus.

“Boise State is the only university in Idaho that does not have a campuswide food pantry,” Hockersmith said. “When compared to the University of Idaho or Idaho State University, we’re really behind.”

—Veronica Lemaster

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VERONICA LEMASTER

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The 2017 short supply is linked to fewer tree farms and a love of Nutella—in China GEORGE PRENTICE If you end up in a frantic scramble to find a Christmas tree in the coming weeks, or you suffer sticker shock at tree prices this year, you can probably blame China—or more specifically, the popularity of Nutella in China.

“Some of our legacy Christmas tree farms in the Pacific Northwest stopped growing trees several years ago,” said Lindsay Schramm, co-owner of North End Organic Nursery, a Treasure Valley go-to destination for holiday greenery located at 3777 W. Chinden Blvd in Garden City. “Many of those growers shifted away from Christmas trees and have replaced them with hazelnut trees—you know, the nuts they use to make Nutella. A lot of that demand has been driven

by China. Apparently Chinese people really love Nutella.”

Nutella, the incredibly popular hazelnut/ cocoa spread, was first introduced by Italy-based Ferrero in the 1960s. China Daily reported in 2015 Ferrero was investing $300 million to build a manufacturing facility in Hangzhou, China, and the confectionery company claimed “a commanding 24 percent of the Chinese chocolate confectionery market,” according to China Daily.

The Chinese/Nutella holiday disruptor may be at the core of one of the most surprising examples of supply and demand in recent memory, but it does little to help Christmas shoppers in a quest to find the perfect tree. During the week before Thanksgiving, the phone at NEON seemed to ring off the hook as employees fielded a nearly endless stream of requests about tree availability.

“They want to know if we’re still taking preorders,” said a NEON employee.

Schramm did some quick math in her head.

“Well, if they want a really big one, a 12- to 15-foot tree, we’ll have to double-check our availability,” she answered, then took a deep breath and smiled.

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North End Organic Nursery employee Jim Pelton selecting a Christmas tree.

“The word is getting out on the limited supply,” Schramm said. “This year is going to be very interesting.”

NEON does have Christmas trees available.

Schramm found 700 beauties (many have been spoken for), and her somewhat melodramatic journey in search of those trees could serve as a plot for a Hallmark Channel television holiday movie.

WHY THE SHORTAGE? Schramm said the business of growing and wholesaling Christmas trees was already a “crazy industry”10 years ago, but she has always been lucky to work with supplier in the Idaho panhandle.

“Our first Christmas tree grower was a family farm, way up in Sandpoint,” said Schramm.

“They were fantastic, but they retired a few years back, so that sent us in search of a new vendor which led us to start looking in Oregon.”

According to the Pacific Northwest Christmas Tree Association, around 42,000 acres of land in Oregon is dedicated to growing Christmas trees, and it outpaces every other state in the nation in its annual Christmas tree production: 5.2 million Oregon Christmas trees were harvested in 2016. Compare that to 3.5 million in North Carolina, 3 million in Michigan and 2.3 million in Pennsylvania. The association estimates Oregon Christmas trees generated $90 million in wholesale sales in 2016.

The most important statistic from the PNCTA, however, is the average number of years it takes to produce a 6-foot Christmas tree in the Pacific Northwest. A Douglas fir takes about

7 years, a grand fir requires 8 years, a noble fir takes 9 years and a rare concolor (white) fir can take as long as 12 years to grow.

“After we lost our provider in Sandpoint, we found a family farm in the Willamette Valley that wasn’t spraying with herbicides, which is in line with everything we’re doing here at our nursery,” said Schramm. “But then, fast forward to about five or six years ago.”

As consumers may recall, retailers complained about a glut of trees in the Treasure Valley market in 2011 and 2012 that caused shrinking profits, and pushed prices lower and lower.

“Quite frankly, a number of the Christmas tree growers weren’t making any money, so they started planting hazelnut trees instead,” said Schramm. “And it’s not as if those hazelnut trees are being cut down anytime soon.”

In the meantime, the existing stock of Oregon Christmas trees continued to deplete, with the past two years seeing a dramatic drop in supply.

“Do you remember last Christmas?” asked Schramm. “You used to be able to see Christmas tree lots on practically every corner across the Treasure Valley, but by the 10th of December last year, Costco was sold out, Fred Meyer was sold out, and people started calling around everywhere because they were caught by surprise.

That prompted Schramm to start her hunt for her 2017 supply of Christmas trees last spring. She said some growers wouldn’t even entertain a reasonable offer because their depleting stock was triggering 7 extremely high wholesale prices.

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Oregon, so we packed our family into the car and drove out there to meet the grower in person,” said Schramm. “I thought everything was good. I got back to Boise, did the math and called the grower back to get an invoice, He said, ‘No, we’re not going to do it that way. Send me a $12,000 check, and then I’ll secure you the trees.’ I said, ‘But I have to get an invoice. That’s how the business always worked before.’ He said, ‘Well, guess what? The price of the trees just went up.’ I was getting fleeced.”

Schramm said in spite of the volatility in the marketplace, she had to stand her ground. That said, she was becoming worried.

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BACK TO THE PANHANDLE Schramm said she got increasingly nervous and sequestered herself in the basement of her home, calling scores of farms, nearly all of them giving her bad news.

“But then, out of the blue, I found a family farm in Sandpoint, and get this: They were right down the road from the first family farm we did business with many years ago,” said Schramm.

“I hope you won’t mind if I don’t give you their name. It’s a challenge to find a really good farm right now.”

Just then, a huge refrigerated truck rolled into the expansive NEON lot with 700 fresh-cut grand fir trees from northern Idaho. According to the National Christmas Tree Association, the grand fir, which takes an average of eight to 10 years to mature, grows naturally in British Columbia, Canada; but the Idaho panhandle region is the most desirable seed source for the tree variety. “The grand fir smells fantastic,” said Schramm. “They’re fluffier and wider and a bit different from the tall skinny trees that some people are accustomed to. I secured 700 of them.

What’s interesting is that they’re coming from a region where there has been eight inches of snow already, so they’ve been in suspended animation.”

NORTH OF SOMEWHERE The great Christmas tree shortage of 2017 is hardly the first challenge NEON has overcome. At its original Hill Road location in 2011, United Water dug up a significant stretch of Hill Road as part of a $1.9 million installation of a new water main between Harrison Boulevard and 36th Street. The seemingly endless road reconstruction happening outside its doors sent sales plummeting nearly 75 percent compared to the previous year.

“We honestly don’t know what to do anymore,” said NEON co-owner Elisa Clark in 2011. At the time, Schramm said the business would try to limp toward the holidays, but things looked bleak for 2012.

“We don’t even know if we’ll have the cash on hand to reopen next year,” Schramm said.

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North End Organic Nursery employee Jared Arp rearranging a Christmas tree display.

from lost revenue. A core group of customers and a unique mix of events, like seed swaps, salsa festivals and food truck rallies helped the nursery endure a one-two punch of limited access and a crippling recession that claimed a number of small businesses. In 2014, the owners of NEON concluded that they needed to press the restart button and move to a new location.

“The [Hill Road] location was just too expensive for us, so we sold it,” said Schramm in 2014, confirming that Boise-based KB Financial had purchased the Hill Road property with plans of building 28 townhomes on the 3.3-acre site.

NEON owners had their eyes on a new location, which would allow them to open a shop about four times the size of the Hill Road store, but the new site was nowhere near the North End. “We moved here in December of 2014,” said Schramm, walking through the now three-yearold NEON shop on Chinden Boulevard. “Yes, we’re in Garden City now, but we’re still the North End Organic Nursery because we’re on the north end of somewhere. Boise’s North End is where our roots were and that nurtured us into the company that we are today. The good news is that the culture that exists in the North End has spread, and there are a lot more people outside of the North End that are interested in earth-friendly practices and environmental friendliness and everything that NEON is about.”

As Treasure Valley lifestyles evolve, so too has the NEON mission.

“It’s about people who may have never gardened before. It’s about including people who have scaled back and have smaller, urban

gardens,” she said. “It’s really about extending the growing season as far out as possible.”

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‘A GIANT PIECE OF BROCCOLI’ Schramm says selling a Christmas tree is more of an art than a science.

“It’s purely emotional. Nobody really comes to buy a Christmas tree in a bad mood. We decorated the Christmas tree lot, so people can take photos of their shopping experience,” said Schramm. “Our employees act more like models than merchants. People want you to spin the tree, maybe spin two trees at once, but all we can really do is just stand there, hold the tree, and let you picture it with lots of ornaments and lights inside your home.”

And as far as the often-heard debate over whether it makes good economic or environmental sense to buy a live Christmas tree rather than an artificial one, Schramm is anxious to tell anyone that purchasing a live tree is in synch with NEON’s mission of sustainability.

“You’ve got to look at Christmas trees as an agricultural crop. It’s a giant piece of broccoli.

It’s a crop that is grown across the U.S. It keeps farm lands going, creates habitat, establishes wild areas for animals, retains soil and produces a ridiculous amount of oxygen. Ultimately, it’s a locally farmed product that supports family owned farms.”

Enjoying the benefits of a live Christmas tree in your living room might require some smart shopping this year.

“We’ll sell every last one of our trees; I have no doubt,” said Schramm. “And I can’t help myself from thinking about next year already.”

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CALENDAR WEDNESDAY NOV 29 Festivals & Events COMPASSIONATE COMMUNITIES: WE CHOOSE ALL OF US— During this two-day conference, participants will envision a world where everyone is valued, create a collaborative space to explore ways to repair the harm from our culture of domination and re-imagine a world rooted in interdependence. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. $150-$300. Boise State Student Union, 1910 University Drive, Boise, 208-426-4636, idvsa.org.

WINTER GARDEN AGLOW—See the annual holiday display of 300,000 lights at Idaho Botanical Garden during the holiday season.

Local choirs will fill the air with music on select nights, and visitors can enjoy free cocoa, cider and cookies. Open daily through Monday, Jan. 1, including Christmas Eve, Christmas Day,

New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day; closed Nov. 29, Dec. 5 and Dec. 7 for special events. 6-9 p.m. FREE-$12. Idaho Botanical Garden, 2355 Old Penitentiary Road, Boise, 208-343-8649, idahobotanicalgarden.org.

YOUR HEALTH IDAHO OPEN HOUSE—Learn how to navigate the YHI website. Open Enrollment runs through Friday, Dec. 15.

5:30-8:30 p.m. FREE. Boise Public Library, 715 S. Capitol Blvd., Boise, 208-602-9894, boisepubliclibrary.org.

On Stage BOISE BREWING COMEDY NIGHT WITH OLEK SZEWCZYK— Boise Brewing will have its Witch’s T** Winter Warmer on tap. 7-9 p.m. FREE. Boise Brewing, 521 W. Broad St., Boise, 208-342-7655, boisebrewing.com.

BOISE CLASSIC MOVIES: WHITE CHRISTMAS—The BCM White Christmas show turns into a singalong, and you can’t get that in

THURSDAY, NOV. 30

Steampunk scarabs come to Boise.

your living room. 7 p.m. $9-$11.

Egyptian Theatre, 700 W. Main St., Boise, 208-387-1273, boiseclassicmovies.com.

COMEDY OPEN MIC—Sign-ups at 7 p.m., show starts at 7:30 p.m. FREE. Liquid Lounge, 405 S. Eighth St., Boise, 208-941-2459, liquidboise.com.

Workshops & Classes ASTHMA 101 WORKSHOP—Join the American Lung Association and Saint Alphonsus for a discussion of asthma management, emergencies and medical breakthroughs. 7 p.m. FREE. Boise Public Library at Hillcrest, 5246 W. Overland Road, Boise, 208-9728340, boisepubliclibrary.org.

B CORP WORKSHOP—Learn how to use the B Corp Impact Assessment Survey to implement changes in your business. 9-11 a.m. FREE. Nampa Business Accelerator, 5465 Terra Linda Blvd., Nampa, 208-426-3875, business. idahosbdc.org.

Art ABERTZALEAK: SACRIFICE AND HONOR—The newest exhibit at the Basque Museum honors Basques and their military service.

Tuesdays-Fridays, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

FREE-$5. Basque Museum and Cultural Center, 611 Grove St., Boise, 208-343-2671, basquemuseum.com.

ART ACTS—This show celebrates student work created in Art 373/473: Interdisciplinary Studio.

Through Dec. 13, 7 a.m.-10 p.m.

FREE. Boise State Student Union, 1910 University Drive, 208-4261242, finearts.boisestate.edu.

BOISE STATE UNIVERSITY FALL 2017 BFA EXHIBITION—This exhibition of work by BFA students includes digital projection, installation, ceramic sculpture, illustration, photography, drawing and painting. Through Dec. 5.

Mondays-Thursdays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. FREE. Boise State Visual Arts Center, 1874 University Drive, Boise, 208-426-3994, art.boisestate.edu.

FRIDAY, DEC. 1

The most wonderful time of the year.

K. TEMPEST BRADFORD: PYRAMIDS AND PUNK

CELEBRATE CHRISTMAS IN MERIDIAN

K. Tempest Bradford, the November writer-in-residence at Surel’s Place, is described as a “fiction author and freelance adventuress...web producer, editor, technology journalist, fashion blogger, podcaster, activist and Internet provocateur” on the Surel’s Place website. The only title left out was “Ancient Egyptian/steampunk historian,” the hat the Bradford will wear when she reads excerpts from her unfinished historical fantasy novel. The book in progress blends the ancient, the modern and the magical to create “a world where giant copper scarab beetle machines leap from sand to sky and reshape the course of entire dynasties”—and fits in Bradford’s mission to learn and teach from the perspectives of others. Drop in before the reading for a reception and stay after for a Q&A. 6:30-8:30 p.m., FREE. Surel’s Place, 212 E. 33rd St., Garden City, 206-407-7529, surelsplace.org.

Is there a better way to kick off the holidays than wearing an ugly sweater and strolling through town with family and friends? The City of Meridian doesn’t think so. On Friday, Dec. 1, the last month of the year will start off right with a 1.25-mile Candy Cane Fun Run, where sweater and costume-clad citizens will lead the fifth-annual Winter Lights Parade—complete with horse-drawn carriage—down Main Street from The Pulse Running and Fitness Shop (where hot chocolate will be served) to the local community center. The parade will wrap up with an ugly sweater contest, and the $5 race fee includes a string of Christmas lights to take home. After, stop by Generations Plaza to watch the Downtown Christmas Tree Lighting and to let the little ones visit with Santa and his elves.

6:30-8:30 p.m., prices vary. Fun Run begins at The Pulse Running & Fitness Shop, 520 S. Meridian Road, Meridian, 208-8841141, christmasinmeridian.org.

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FINE ART IN MINIATURE—This holiday art show features 100 original mini paintings and photographs by 40 area artists.

Through Jan. 5, 2018. MondaysFridays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. FREE. The Gallery at Finer Frames, 164 E. State St., Eagle, 208-888-9898, finerframes.com.

10 a.m.-5 p.m. FREE-$6. Boise Art Museum, 670 Julia Davis Drive, Boise, 208-345-8330, boiseartmuseum.org.

HIDDEN MIND: ABSTRACT PHOTOGRAPHY AND SCULPTURES—This is the first exhibition of abstract photography prints and sculptures by David Whitaker.

Through Feb. 3, 2018. TuesdaysSaturdays, 12-5 p.m. FREE-$5.

Studio Boise, 4619 Emerald St., Boise, 208-917-7427, studioboise.org.

IRINA NOVARESE: ONE SHOT— From found imagery and artifacts, Irina Novarese of Turin, Italy, constructs spaces identified by fiction and reality. The origin of Novarese’ site- specific, solo exhibition One Shot is an investigation into an image sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation entitled “All Female Survey Crew,” taken in 1918 during the Minidoka Project.

Through Jan. 20, 2018. TuesdaysFridays, 3-7 p.m. FREE. Ming Studios, 420 S. Sixth St., Boise, 208-972-9028, mingstudios.org.

AN INTENTIONAL EYE: SELECT GIFTS FROM WILFRED DAVIS FLETCHER—Wilfred Davis Fletcher (1922-2016), a third-generation Idahoan and longtime supporter of the Boise Art Museum, donated his first gift to BAM in 1984. In the years since, he made 17 additional donations, totaling nearly 600 works of art. Through April 14, 2018. Tuesdays-Saturdays,

MAPPING THE PAST: SELECTIONS FROM THE THOMAS J. COONEY COLLECTION—Mapping the Past explores what mapping means, both in the technical sense and in the metaphorical sense. Through Jan. 28, 2018.

Tuesdays-Saturdays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. FREE-$6. Boise Art Museum, 670 Julia Davis Drive, Boise, 208345-8330, boiseartmuseum.org.

SUNDAY, DEC. 3

Raise your glass to legal drinking.

GARDEN CITY BOOTLEGGERS REPEAL DAY CELEBRATION The 13 years of prohibition (1920-1933), when alcohol was banned in the United States, have been romanticized almost since they ended—references to speakeasies and bootleggers still abound in modern culture. However, most people who lived through prohibition would likely say the best thing about it was the day that it ended, and Boise area brewers couldn’t agree more.

Join self-styled bootleggers from Cinder Wines, Split Rail Winery, Bella Brewing, Barbarian Brewing, Meriwether Cider, County Line Brewing and Powderhaus Brewing to celebrate the 84th anniversary of the repeal of prohibition. Shuttles will help those feeling particularly celebratory get home safe, and Cinder Wines is offering drink specials to anyone in period costume.

11 a.m.-5 p.m., FREE. Cinder Wines, 107 E. 44th St., Garden City, 208-376-4023, cinderwines.com.

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CALENDAR RICK BARTOW: THINGS YOU KNOW BUT CANNOT EXPLAIN— This exhibition of nearly 100 sculptures, paintings, drawings and prints by Bartow explores six themes: gesture, self, dialogue, tradition, transformation and new work. Through Dec. 17. FREE-$6.

Boise Art Museum, 670 Julia Davis Drive, Boise, 208-345-8330, jsma.uoregon.edu/Bartow.

SEAN KENNEY: BRICKS + STONES—Kenney uses LEGO® bricks to create abstract sculptures and murals that recall gemstones. Accompanying the work are stones from the Idaho Museum of Mining and Geology and Stewart’s Gem Shop. Through Feb. 11, 2018. FREE-$6. Boise Art Museum, 670 Julia Davis Drive, Boise, 208-345-8330, boiseartmuseum.org.

TVAA: OUT OF YOUR COMFORT ZONE—Through Jan. 12, 2018.

Mondays-Fridays, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

FREE. Boise State Public Radio, Yanke Building, 220 E. Parkcenter Blvd., Boise, 208-426-3663, boisestatepublicradio.org.

Literature GAIL CHUMBLEY AUTHOR TALK—Join author Gail Chumbley to relive the 20th century through the lives of an aviator and a show girl. This true story is told through narrative, images, letters, slides and music, and topics include the Great Depression, vaudeville, Hollywood, the golden age of aviation and the rise of fascism.

6:30-8 p.m. FREE. JUMP, 1000 W. Myrtle St., 208-639-6610, river-ofjanuary.com.

Sports & Fitness AMAZING SCAVENGER HUNT ADVENTURE-BOISE—Turn Boise into a giant game board with this scavenger hunt adventure that combines the excitement of the Amazing Race with a three-hour city tour. Guided from any smart phone, teams make their way around the city, solving clues and completing challenges while learning local history. Available

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Kids & Teens BPL BOWN CROSSING: BUILD A HOLITON ROBOT—For ages 6-12.

Build a holiday automaton—an ornamental robot—or holiton. No programming or soldering skills necessary. Limited to 30 participants. Register online. 4 p.m.

FREE. Boise Public Library-Bown Crossing, 2153 E. Riverwalk Drive, 208-972-8200, boisepubliclibrary. org.

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by Gian-Carlo Menotti

Join us for caroling and

FREE

hot cocoa, hot cider & cookies after the performance.

Sunday December 1Friday 7:30pm & 3 2:30pm

Tickets: $24 to $36 • OperaIdaho.org • The Egyptian Theatre • (208) 387-1273

Family, Senior, Child, Military & Student discounts available. Ticket prices do not include sales tax or applicable fees.

CHALLENGE ISLAND STEAM ADVENTURES: RAINFOREST—Grab your survival gear for an Amazonian adventure on Rainforest Island. Limited to 30 participants.

Register online at boisepubliclibrary.org. 4 p.m. FREE. Boise Public Library-Collister, 4724 W. State St., Boise, 208-972-8320, boisepubliclibrary.org.

CODING FOR KIDS AND TEENS— For ages 10-19. Learn real-world coding to create a video game using Scratch or Python. 6:307:45 p.m. FREE. Ada Community Library-Victory, 10664 W. Victory Road, Boise, 208-362-0181, adalib.org.

NAIL ART—For ages 8-11. Learn how to do fun, cute or funny designs for a manicure. 4:30 p.m.

FREE. Ada Community LibraryLake Hazel, 10489 Lake Hazel Road, Boise, 208-297-6700, adalib.org.

VIDEO GAME CHALLENGE—For ages 8 and older. Open play on Wii and X-Box. 4:30 p.m. FREE. Ada Community Library-Victory, 10664 W. Victory Road, Boise, 208-3620181, adalib.org.

Odds & Ends

Games, grub and the anti-Santa.

KRAMPUS CON 2017 The months between fall and spring can feel like an eternity to anyone, but perhaps especially to fans of comic conventions, which normally occur during the balmier parts of the year. Fear not.

Krampus Con 2017, Boise’s first winter comic-con, promises to break through the darkness with a holiday-themed bazaar, featuring artists and vendors from around the northwest, and a celebration of comic books and toy culture. The family friendly event, hosted by ABU Games and themed around the anti-Santa who punishes naughty kids, includes a costume contest, guest speakers and games. Plus, there will be food trucks on hand to help replenish your stamina between Christmas shopping and Magic: The Gathering sessions. Get ready to dress up and nerd out for the holidays this December—and remember, Krampus is watching.

10 a.m.-6:30 p.m., FREE. ABU Games, 7211 W. Colonial St., 208-376-6019, abugames.com.

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BOISE RESCUE MISSION CHRISTMAS TREE SALE—Purchase a tree and help provide shelter and meals for homeless individuals to transform their lives. Through Dec. 24. MondaysFridays, 4-7 p.m. Prices vary. Boise Rescue Mission, 308 S. 24th St., Boise, 208-343-2389, boiserm. org.

STEAMPUNK ORNAMENTS—For adults 18 and older. Create your tree ornaments with a steampunk flair. 6:30 p.m. FREE. Ada Community Library-Lake Hazel, 10489 Lake Hazel Road, Boise, 208-2976700, adalib.org.

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CALENDAR THURSDAY NOV 30 On Stage BLT: A CHRISTMAS STORY—This comedy follows 9-year-old Ralphie in his quest to get a genuine Red Ryder BB gun for Christmas. All the elements from the movie are here, including school bully Scut Farkas; the dare to lick a cold lamppost; Ralphie’s father winning a major award and more.

7:30 p.m. $11-$14. Boise Little Theater, 100 E. Fort St., Boise, 208-342-5104, boiselittletheater. org.

COMEDY OPEN MIC WITH SOPHIE HUGHES AND K.C. HUNT—9:30 p.m. FREE. Liquid Lounge, 405 S. Eighth St., Boise, 208-941-2459, liquidboise.com.

ISU BENEFIT COMEDY SHOW: STEVEN BRIGGS—8 p.m. $15.

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

STAGE COACH: THE GREAT AMERICAN TRAILER PARK CHRISTMAS MUSICAL—Everyone is filled with warmth and beer in Armadillo Acres, Florida’s premiere trailer park, and they will jingle all the way in this new musical. Adult situations and language. 7:30 p.m. $20. Stage Coach Theatre, 4802 W. Emerald Ave., Boise, 208-3422000, stagecoachtheatre.com.

Literature AUTHOR K. TEMPEST BRADFORD READING: PYRAMIDS AND PUNK—Steampunk meets ancient Egypt in author K. Tempest Bradford’s historical fantasy world. Join the Surel’s Place writer-in-residence for a reception, reading and Q&A. Bradford will read excerpts from short stories and a novel in progress, set in a world where giant copper scarab machines reshape the course of entire dynasties. The Live Work Create Pop-Up Shop will also be open. 6:30-8:30 p.m.

FREE. Surel’s Place, 212 E. 33rd St., Garden City, 206-407-7529, surelsplace.org.

SPANNING TIME: THE HISTORY OF THE BROADWAY BRIDGE WITH BARBARA PERRY BAUER—Spanning Time: A History of the Broadway Bridge, published

by Boise City Dept. of Arts and History, is a collection of photos and essays on the history of the Broadway Bridge and Broadway Avenue.

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

Kids & Teens ANIME FANDOM DAY—For ages 12-18. Eat snacks, nerd out over movies and TV shows, and make custom pins. 4:30 p.m. FREE. Ada Community Library-Lake Hazel,

10489 Lake Hazel Road, Boise, 208-297-6700, adalib.org.

BPL BUILD A HOLITON ROBOT— For ages 6-12. Build a holiday automaton—an ornamental robot— or holiton inspired by holiday decorations. No programming or soldering skills necessary. Limited to 30 participants. Register online.

3:30 p.m. FREE. Boise Public Library, 715 S. Capitol Blvd., Boise, 208-972-8200, boisepubliclibrary. org.

CHALLENGE ISLAND STEAM ADVENTURES: GREEK MYTHOLOGY—For school-age kids and teens. Travel back to ancient Greece. Limited to 30 participants. Register online at boisepubliclibrary.org. 4 p.m.

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

PJ MASKS LIVE! TIME TO BE A HERO—This new immersive musical production based on the top-rated animated TV series will delight fans of all ages with live performances, music, acrobatics and interactivity. 6 p.m. $26-$39.

Ford Idaho Center, 16200 Idaho Center Blvd., Nampa, 208-4681000, fordidahocenter.com.

Odds & Ends LADIES LOUNGE—5 p.m. FREE. WilliB’s Saloon, 12505 Chinden Blvd., Boise, 208-331-5666, willibs.com.

TRIVIA WITH MATT—7:30 p.m.

FREE. WilliB’s Saloon, 12505 Chinden Blvd., Boise, 208-3315666, willibs.com.

FRIDAY DEC 1 Festivals & Events MERIDIAN WINTER LIGHTS PARADE AND DOWNTOWN TREE LIGHTING—Presented by BortonLakey Law and Policy. 6:30-8:30 p.m. FREE. Generations Plaza, Meridian, christmasinmeridian.org.

On Stage THE BEST OF PAT MCMANUS: A FAREWELL TO NAMPA—To celebrate more than 20 years of touring and acknowledge the support of fans, Pat McManus and Tim Behrens developed this farewell show. 7:30 p.m. $22-$24.

Nampa Civic Center, 311 Third St. S., Nampa, 208-468-5555, nampaciviccenter.com.

BLT: A CHRISTMAS STORY—7:30 p.m. $11-$14. Boise Little Theater, 100 E. Fort St., Boise, 208342-5104, boiselittletheater.org.

COMEDIAN STEVEN BRIGGS— 8 & 10 p.m. $10-$12. Liquid Lounge, 405 S. Eighth St., Boise, 208-941-2459, liquidboise.com.

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

ELF THE MUSICAL—Buddy was a young orphan who crawled into Santa’s bag of gifts and was transported to the North Pole.

Now, he’s on a journey to discover his true identity and help people remember the meaning of Christmas. Presented by Fred Meyer Broadway in Boise. 7:30 p.m. $35$73. Morrison Center, 2201 Cesar Chavez Lane, Boise, 208-4261110, morrisoncenter.com.

IRISH DANCE IDAHO: CELTIC CHRISTMAS—Featuring traditional and show-style Irish dance.

7 p.m. $17. Nampa Civic Center, 311 Third St. S., Nampa, 208468-5555, nampaciviccenter.com.

STAGE COACH: THE GREAT AMERICAN TRAILER PARK CHRISTMAS MUSICAL—Contains adult situations and language. 8 p.m. $20. Stage Coach Theatre, 4802 W. Emerald Ave., Boise, 208-342-2000, stagecoachtheatre.com.

STAGE COACH: THE UNXMAS STORY—On a not so silent night, a greedy king and an irritable shepherd learn the true meaning of UnXmas. Adult content and language. 11 p.m. $10. Stage Coach Theatre, 4802 W. Emerald Ave., Boise, 208-342-2000, stagecoachtheatre.com.

Art ART INTO ARCHITECTURE: FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT, ARCHIE TEATER AND TEATER’S KNOLL— Idaho is home to only one building designed by architect Frank Lloyd Wright: Teater’s Knoll in Bliss. This exhibition features architectural plans, photographs and furniture, as well as paintings by Teater (1901–1978), the artist for whom the studio was designed. 5-7 p.m.

FREE. Sun Valley Center for the Arts, 191 Fifth St. E., Ketchum, 208-726-9491, sunvalleycenter. org.

FIRST FRIDAY AT ART ZONE 208—Join Art Zone 208 for a First Friday preview of the Holiday Bazaar set for Dec. 2, with unique and handcrafted items by 35 artists. 6-9 p.m. FREE. Art Zone 208, 3113 N. Cole Road, Boise, 208-322-9464, facebook.com/ artzone208.

GARDEN CITY LIVE-WORKCREATE POP-UP SHOP—Celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Live-Work-Create District with the Pop-Up Shop at Surel’s Place.

Find jewelry, accessories, screen printing, paintings, photography, ironwork, furniture, CDs and textiles—something for everyone on your list. 5:30-8:30 p.m. FREE. Surel’s Place, 212 E. 33rd St., Garden City, 206-407-7529, surelsplace.org.

Calls to Artists SUN VALLEY CENTER 50TH ANNUAL ARTS AND CRAFTS FESTIVAL APPLICATIONS—The 2018 festival is Aug. 10–12 in Ketchum. Applications accepted Dec. 1-Feb. 28. Go online to apply.

Sun Valley Center for the Arts, 191 Fifth St. E., Ketchum, 208-7269491, sunvalleycenter.org.

Literature AUTHOR CHRIS OFFUTT READING—Join the Boise State MFA in Creative Writing program for a reading by Chris Offutt, the author of a novel, two short story collections three memoirs, including his most recent book, My Father, the Pornographer. No tickets required.

7:30 p.m. FREE. Morrison Center Recital Hall, 2201 Cesar Chavez Lane, Boise, 208-426-1110, english.boisestate.edu/mfa.

Sports & Fitness CANDY CANE FUN RUN—This silly fun run will start immediately before the Winter Lights Parade.

Costumes and ugly sweaters are encouraged. Get a string of lights with your $5 registration. 6:30 p.m. $5. The Pulse Running & Fitness Shop, 520 S. Meridian Road, Meridian, 208-884-1141, christmasinmeridian.org.

Kids & Teens

speak about circulating libraries in Jane Austen’s time, enjoy music and food, gifts and books for sale, a raffle for gift baskets, and a chance to win a genuine Regency costume. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. $25. The Grove Hotel, 245 S. Capitol Blvd., Boise, 208-333-8000, jasnaidaho.blogspot.com.

BELEGARTH MEDIEVAL COMBAT SOCIETY—Learn the high-paced combat, garb, weapon creation and monster culture associated with this sport. Gear provided for participants who want to spar in a safe, supervised environment. Noon-2 p.m. FREE. Boise Public Library-Collister, 4724 W. State St., Boise, 208-972-8320, facebook.com/rathbmcs.

BOISE FARMERS MARKET INDOOR WINTER MARKET— Through Dec. 23. 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

FREE. Eighth and Fulton Streets, Boise, 208-345-9287, theboisefarmersmarket.com.

CAPITAL CITY PUBLIC MARKET HOLIDAY MARKET—Through Dec. 16. 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. FREE. Grove Plaza, Boise, capitalcitypublicmarket.com.

CBH HOMES FESTIVAL OF HOMES—Check out furnished homes decorated inside and out.

Stop by for a treat, enter to win prizes, and get photos with Santa.

Dec. 2-3 and Dec. 9-10 only. 10

a.m.-5 p.m. FREE. 208-288-5560, cbhhomes.com.

IDAHO CITY CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION—Enjoy Christmas movies, brunch with Mrs. Claus, a Christmas store, caroling and live music. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Idaho City, Hwy. 21, 208-392-4159, idahocitychamber.org.

KRAMPUS CON 2017—At this Treasure Valley Winter ComicCon, meet Krampus and enjoy games, a costume contest, guest speakers, Artist Alley, vendors and more. Presented by Turbo Comics, Fangirls Guild and ABU Games. 10 a.m.-6:30 p.m. FREE. ABU Games, 7211 Colonial St., Boise, 208376-6019, abugames.com.

On Stage ARTISTIC DANCE COMPANY WINTER SPECTACULAR DANCE RECITAL—2 p.m. $12. Nampa Civic Center, 311 Third St. S., Nampa, 208-468-5555, nampaciviccenter.com.

BLT: A CHRISTMAS STORY—7:30 p.m. $11-$14. Boise Little Theater, 100 E. Fort St., Boise, 208342-5104, boiselittletheater.org.

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By E.J. Pettinger

TVCT: THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER—In this hilarious classic, a couple struggling to put on a church Christmas pageant is faced with casting the Herdman kids, probably the most inventively awful kids in history. For ages 6-15. 7 p.m. $6-$8. Meridian Middle School, 1507 W. Eighth St., Meridian, 208-855-4225, treasurevalleychildrenstheater.com.

Odds & Ends BOWN CROSSING ANNUAL HOLIDAY MIX AND MINGLE— Shops will be open late, and Santa and his helpers will be on hand to spread holiday cheer. Enjoy giveaways, drawings and refreshments. 4-8 p.m. FREE. Bown Crossing, Bown Street, Boise, facebook.com/bowncrossing.

SATURDAY DEC 2 Festivals & Events 24TH ANNUAL JANE AUSTEN BIRTHDAY TEA—Join the Southern Idaho Regional Chapter of the Jane Austen Society of North America for its annual high tea to celebrate the author’s birth. Hear Claire Bellanti, president of JASNA,

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CALENDAR COMEDIAN STEVEN BRIGGS— 8 & 10 p.m. $10-$12. Liquid Lounge, 405 S. Eighth St., Boise, 208-941-2459, liquidboise.com.

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

DREAMWEAVER: KEN LUDWIG’S TWAS THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS—When Santa’s naughty or nice list goes missing, it’s up to a pair of dancing mice, a spunky girl and an Elf-B-I agent to solve the mystery.

2 p.m. $5. Fishbowl Performing Arts Studio, Karcher Mall, 1509 Caldwell Blvd., Ste. 1141, Nampa, dreamweaverproductions.org.

ELF THE MUSICAL—Presented by Fred Meyer Broadway in Boise. 10 a.m., 3 p.m. and 8 p.m. $35-$72.

Morrison Center, 2201 Cesar Chavez Lane, Boise, 208-4261110, morrisoncenter.com.

STAGE COACH: THE GREAT AMERICAN TRAILER PARK CHRISTMAS MUSICAL—Adult situations and language. 7:30 p.m. $20. Stage Coach Theatre, 4802 W. Emerald Ave., Boise, 208-3422000, stagecoachtheatre.com.

STAGE COACH: THE UNXMAS STORY—Adult content and language. 11 p.m. $10. Stage Coach Theatre, 4802 W. Emerald Ave., Boise, 208-342-2000, stagecoachtheatre.com.

VAULT CINEMA: GREMLINS AND BLACK CHRISTMAS MOVIE PARTY—Get your scare on with a scary Christmas double feature of Gremlins (1984) and Black Christmas (1974). The Vault crowd likes to yell and drink with their movies, so be prepared for debauchery, followed by a scary movie score dance party with DJ D2. For ages 21 and older. 8 p.m. $10-$12.

Spacebar Arcade, 200 N. Capitol Blvd., Boise, 208-918-0597, facebook.com/vaultcinema.

Workshops & Classes FARWEST WREATH WORKSHOP—Get into the holiday spirit at this hands-on wreath-making workshop. Also on Dec. 9. 1011:30 a.m. $35. FarWest Garden Center, 5728 W. State St., Boise, 208-853-4000, farwestgardencenter.net.

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Talks & Lectures LEWIS AND CLARK ON THE SNAKE AND COLUMBIA RIVERS—Join Robert Heacock, author of Wind Hard from the West, for a presentation on the experiences of the Corps of Discovery, 18051806. 2-4 p.m. FREE. Boise Public Library-Cole and Ustick, 7557 W. Ustick Road, 208-972-8300, lewis-clark-idaho.org.

Sports & Fitness DEEP RESTORATIVE YOGA—This low-impact movement sequence strengthens the core and uses micro-movements. For ages 13 and older. 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

FREE. JUMP, 1000 W. Myrtle St., Boise, 208-639-6610, deeprestorative.eventbrite.com.

SOUL POSE—Do your kind of yoga at a blacklight yoga sessions. Body paint, confetti and new friends are always in supply, and the all-level yoga sessions are fun for everyone. For $5 off, use promo code BOISEWEEKLY. 9 a.m., 1 p.m., 5 p.m. $20. Ford Idaho Center, 16200 Idaho Center Blvd., Nampa, 208-468-1000, soulpose.com.

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Citizen PINS FOR CLAUS—Enjoy acupuncture at this fundraiser benefiting the WCA. Open to the public, no appt. required. 11 a.m.2 p.m. $25. Vitality Acupuncture, 1500 W. Barrett Drive, Meridian, 208-629-4920, vitalityacupunctureclinic.com.

Kids & Teens SATURDAY FAMILY MOVIE AT THE LIBRARY: BOSS BABY—2 p.m. FREE. Nampa Public Library, 215 12th Ave. S., Nampa, 208468-5800, nampalibrary.com.

SELFIES WITH SANTA AT IDAHO YOUTH RANCH-MOUNTAIN HOME—1-3 p.m., FREE. Idaho Youth Ranch, 385 N. Second St., Mountain Home, facebook.com/ IdahoYouthRanch.

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TVCT: THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER—A couple struggling to put on a church Christmas pageant has to cast the Herdman kids, probably the most inventively awful kids in history. For ages 6-15. 2 p.m. $6-$8. Meridian Middle School, 1507 W. Eighth St., Meridian, 208-855-4225, treasurevalleychildrenstheater.com.

Odds & Ends CALDWELL MODEL RAILROAD CLUB HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE— Enjoy multiple trains running, including special Christmas and Thomas trains; historic railroad memorabilia and artifacts; children’s activities; and snacks.

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holiday bazaar BOUNTIFUL BAZAARS The holidays are a time for giving, and a marathon shopping trip is often the first step to having gifts wrapped and ready under the tree. In Boise and the surrounding areas, a cluster of holiday markets, shows and bazaars offering local and handmade items may make it easy to check gifts off your list this year with plenty of time to spare. Whether you’re in the market for cozy socks, handmade mugs or artisan chocolates, someone in or near the City of Trees probably has what you need. Check the list below.

—Lex Nelson

FRIDAY DEC. 1 BOISE CHRISTMAS SHOW—Featuring thousands of unique gifts from more than 300 vendors. 11 a.m.-9 p.m. FREE-$5. Expo Idaho, 5610 Glenwood St., Garden City, 208-287-5650, expoidaho.com.

GARDEN CITY LIVE-WORKCREATE POP-UP SHOP—The Surel’s Place gallery will be filled with the art and wares of over 20 District makers, including jewelry and accessories, screen printing, paintings, photography, ironwork, furniture, CDs and textiles. 5:308:30 p.m. FREE. Surel’s Place, 212 E. 33rd St., Garden City, 206-4077529, surelsplace.org.

SATURDAY DEC. 2 BOISE CHRISTMAS SHOW—Featuring thousands of gifts from more than 300 vendors. FREE-$5. Expo Idaho, 5610 Glenwood St., Garden City, 208-287-5650, expoidaho. com.

CHRISTMAS BAZAAR AND CHARLIE BROWN TREE SALE— Check out the Owyhee County Historical Museum annual Christmas Bazaar and Charlie Brown Tree Sale, with work by local artists, homemade pies, homemade donuts and fresh Christmas trees cut from the Silver City area. Tree prices: $10-$25. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

FREE. Owyhee County Historical Museum, 17085 Basey St., Murphy, 208-495-2319, owyheemuseum.org.

FLYING M HIP HOLIDAY CRAFT MARKET—The expanded market features more than 30 local makers and crafters, with handmade gifts for everyone; plus a tasting room upstairs with local artisan foods. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. FREE. Flying M Coffeegarage, 1314 Second St. S., Nampa, 208-467-5533, flyingmcoffee.com.

HANDMADE HOLIDAY SHOW— Discover the new Gem Center for the Arts, with more than 50 artists and makers presenting handmade local goods. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. FREE. Gem Center for the Arts, 2417 W. Bank Drive, Boise, 208-819-9032, gemcenterforthearts.com.

HOLIDAY BAZAAR AT ART ZONE 208—Find handcrafted gifts created by more than 35 artists and artisans for your special someone.

Refreshments and lunch will be available. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. FREE. Art Zone 208, 3113 N. Cole Road, Boise, 208-322-9464, facebook. com/artzone208.

HOLIDAY BAZAAR AT HIDDEN SPRINGS—Shop local artisans for unique, handmade gifts galore.

You’ll find home decor, jewelry, pottery, Idaho gifts, hats and scarves, ornaments, handbags, wine racks, weavings, kitchenware, holiday decor and more. Plus free wine tasting hosted by BRJ Distributing from noon-4 p.m., and live music

by Douglas Cameron from 1-3 p.m.

9 a.m.-4 p.m. FREE. Dry Creek Mercantile, 5892 W. Hidden Springs Road, Boise, 208-631-2334, drycreekmerc.com.

HUSKY HOLIDAY BAZAAR— Check out this great event for the entire family, featuring over 30 vendors. Santa will be available for pictures from 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Plus raffle prizes and treats for all.

10 a.m.-4 p.m. FREE. North Star Charter School, 839 N. Linder

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Road, Eagle, 208-939-9600, northstarcharter.org/holiday-bazaar.

NORTH END ARTISANS MARKET—Join this collection of jewelers, hat makers, glass artists, potters and many others for unique, hand made art and other items. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. FREE. Dick Eardley Boise Senior Center, 690 Robbins Road, Boise, 208-7895953, northendartisans.wixsite. com/northendartisans.

BOISE FARMERS MARKET INDOOR WINTER MARKET—Join Boise Farmers Market vendors at their seasonal indoor location at the corner of Eighth and Fulton streets for local food and handmade gifts. 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

FREE. Corner of Eighth and Fulton Streets, Boise, 208-345-9287, theboisefarmersmarket.com.

CAPITAL CITY PUBLIC MARKET HOLIDAY MARKET—The market has moved to the Grove Plaza for the rest of its run this year, where market goers will find booths full of fresh local produce, beautiful flowers, delicious specialty food items, and one-of-a-kind locally crafted art. 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

FREE. Grove Plaza between Main and Front streets, Boise, 208-3453499, capitalcitypublicmarket.com.

SUNDAY, DEC. 3 BOISE CHRISTMAS SHOW—Featuring thousands of unique gifts from over 300 vendors. Plus visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. FREE-$5. Expo Idaho (Fairgrounds), 5610 Glenwood St., Garden City, 208-287-5650, expoidaho.com.

Through Dec. 9, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

FREE. Caldwell Model Railroad Clubhouse, 809 Dearborn St., Caldwell, facebook.com/CMRCHS.

COMEDIAN STEVEN BRIGGS—8 p.m. $10-$12. Liquid Lounge, 405 S. Eighth St., Boise, 208-9412459, liquidboise.com.

ones to get photos. 1-3 p.m. FREE. Idaho Youth Ranch, 10448 W. Overland Rd., Boise, 208-3772613, youthranch.org.

XPRESSIONS SALON HOLIDAY PARTY AND GRAND OPENING— Enjoy door prizes, refreshments, free services, product giveaways, chair massages, skin care consulations, nail painting, styling tips and color consults. Enter raffle to win a Beauty Passport with Pravana products worth $300.

Xpressions Salon, 1320 S. Vista Ave. 3-6 p.m. FREE. 208-6295285, xpressionssaloninc.com.

THE PRICE IS RIGHT LIVE™— Eligible individuals will get the chance to hear their names called and “Come On Down” to win.

Prizes may include appliances, vacations and possibly a new car. Presented by Fred Meyer Broadway in Boise. 7:30 p.m. $38$58. Morrison Center, 2201 Cesar Chavez Lane, Boise, 208-4261110, morrisoncenter.com.

TEEN SUNDAY MOVIE MATINEE—For ages 13-18. December features stop-motion animation films, which were created one frame at a time. Dec 3: Corpse Bride; Dec. 10: Fantastic Mr. Fox; Dec 17: Nightmare Before Christmas; Dec. 31: Paranorman. 2 p.m.

FREE. Meridian Public Library, 1326 W. Cherry Lane, Meridian, 208-888-4451, mld.org.

Animals & Pets CLAUS ’N’ PAWS FREE DAY AT ZOO BOISE—Claus ‘N’ Paws is Zoo Boise’s way to thank the community for its support. Get a photo with Santa Claus 11 a.m.-4 p.m. for a small donation to benefit zoo programs. There will be holiday crafts, face painting and animal residents receiving holiday gifts.

Last admission 4:30 p.m. No pets except for ADA service animals.

10 a.m.-5 p.m. FREE. Zoo Boise, 355 Julia Davis Drive, Boise, 208608-7760, zooboise.org.

KIDS’ CHRISTMAS BIRD COUNT—Join the Golden Eagle Audubon Society for its annual Kids’ Christmas Bird Count and help contribute to citizen science.

Hot cocoa, treats and binoculars provided. Stay for the MK Nature Center bird seed sale, crafts and live bird presentations. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. FREE. MK Nature Center, 600 S. Walnut St., Boise, 208-3342225, goldeneagleaudubon.org.

STAGE COACH: THE GREAT AMERICAN TRAILER PARK CHRISTMAS MUSICAL—Adult situations and language. 2 p.m. $20. Stage Coach Theatre, 4802 W. Emerald Ave., Boise, 208-3422000, stagecoachtheatre.com.

Sports & Fitness ROLLER DERBY BOOT CAMP AND SOCIAL LUNCH—Learn the fundamentals with Treasure Valley Roller Derby skaters. No experience required. Arrive early to be fitted for loaner gear. After camp, meet league skaters for a social lunch at Flying Pie Pizzaria, 601 S. Main St., Meridian. Email tvrgfreshmeat@gmail.com to registger.

8:30 a.m.-noon. $15. 140 E. Bower St., Meridian, tvderby.com.

Kids & Teens SELFIES WITH SANTA AT IDAHO YOUTH RANCH-OVERLAND— Santa will be at the Overland and Five Mile Youth Ranch for the little

Odds & Ends TREASURE VALLEY SINGLES DANCE—Enjoy open social dancing to a live band. Married couples welcome. The Christmas dance is Sunday, Dec. 17, and the first dance of 2018 is Sunday, Jan. 7.

7:30-11:30 p.m. $6-$7. Eagles Lodge Nampa, 118 11th Ave. N., Nampa, 208-442-1970, facebook. com/tvsingles.

Food REPEAL DAY CELEBRATION WITH THE GARDEN CITY BOOTLEGGERS—Celebrate the anniversary of the Repeal of Prohibition with the Garden City Bootleggers.

Seven Garden City wineries, breweries and cider houses will take part in this historical celebration, featuring holiday deals, drink specials, live music and food trucks.

Free shuttles all day to all of the celebrations. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. FREE. Cinder Winery and Tasting Room,

Food MEXICAN CHOCOLATE AND COFFEE FAIR—Join the Consulate of Mexico, the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, and businesses from Mexico City, Chiapas, Oaxaca and Los Angeles to explore the meaning, history and importance of coffee and chocolate. Learn how to make chocolate; check out the jewelry, home decoration, crafts, food, Mexican and Colombian coffee, chocolates and more for sale; and enjoy children’s activities, musical presentations, folkloric dancers, and an exhibit about coffee and handmade chocolate. 11 a.m.-8 p.m. FREE. The Linen Building, 1402 W. Grove St., Boise, 208-385-0111, thelinenbuilding.com.

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SUNDAY DEC 3 On Stage BLT: A CHRISTMAS STORY—7:30 p.m. $11-$14. Boise Little Theater, 100 E. Fort St., Boise, 208342-5104, boiselittletheater.org.

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CALENDAR 107 E. 44th St., Garden City, 208376-4023, cinderwines.com.

MONDAY DEC 4 On Stage COMEDY ROAST BATTLE— 8 p.m. FREE. Liquid Lounge, 405 S. Eighth St., Boise, 208-941-2459, liquidboise.com.

Literature POETICS BOISE OPEN MIC—Sign up at 6:30 p.m. 7 p.m. FREE. High Note Cafe, 225 N. Fifth St., Boise, 208-429-1911, thehighnotecafe. com.

Sports & Fitness DANCE FOR PARKINSON’S— Dance for Parkinson’s uses dance, live music and community to develop artistry and grace while addressing PD-specific concerns like balance, flexibility, coordination, gait, isolation and depression. Through Dec. 11. FREE. Eagle Performing Arts Center, 1125 E. State St., Eagle 832-5947887; and Ballet Idaho, 501 S. Eighth St., Boise, 832-594-7887, danceforparkinsonsidaho.org.

TUESDAY DEC 5 On Stage BOISE CLASSIC MOVIES: SCROOGED—Bill Murray plays Frank, an Ebenezer Scrooge of sorts, in this ’80s version of A Christmas Carol. 7 p.m. $9-$11.

Egyptian Theatre, 700 W. Main St., Boise, 208-345-0454, 208-3871273. boiseclassicmovies.com.

CALDWELL FINE ARTS: EUGENE BALLET’S NUTCRACKER—Eugene Ballet presents a dance show in this holiday favorite. 7 p.m. $15-$35. Jewett Auditorium, The College of Idaho, 2112 E. Cleveland Blvd., Caldwell, 208454-1376, caldwellfinearts.org.

MURDER AT THE SPEAK EASY INTERACTIVE MURDER MYSTERY—Dress to regress to a time when alcohol was illegal and dames and gents went to secret locations to wet their whistles.

There will be a murder and you’ll help solve the crime. Enjoy a four-course dinner by Romio’s Restaurant or just the show—dinner must be ordered by 5 p.m. the day before the show. Dinner 6:30 p.m., show 7 p.m. $15-$20 show only, $24-$50 with dinner. The Playhouse Boise, 8001 W. Fairview Ave., Boise, 208-779-0092, playhouseboise.com.

Workshops & Classes Kids & Teens MAKEITEERS—For ages 8-12.

Enjoy DIY projects that encompass science, technology, engineering, art and math. 1:30 p.m. FREE. Ada Community Library-Victory, 10664 W. Victory Road, Boise, 208-362-0181, adalib.org.

Odds & Ends ART OF THE SLOW DANCE—Join Boise Community Dance Culture for this weekly class and dance night. The first hour is an all-levels class on rotating dance styles with a focus on building improvisationbased lead and follow. At 8 p.m., the open fusion dance night begins. All welcome, no partner required. For ages 18 and older.

Through Dec. 18. 7-10 p.m. $5.

Bodovino, 404 S. Eighth St., Boise, 208-336-8466, facebook.com/ BoiseCDC. COLOR ME CALM—Relax and create at this adult coloring program.

All materials and a light snack provided. 6:30-8 p.m. FREE. Ada Community Library-Victory, 10664 W. Victory Road, Boise, 208-3620181, adalib.org.

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BUSINESS BASE CAMP: WHERE IDEAS GET STARTED—Business Base Camp is an interactive two-hour workshop that helps vet the feasibility of your business idea. 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. FREE. Nampa Business Accelerator, 5465 Terra Linda Blvd., Nampa, 208-426-3875, idahosbdc.org.

THE CABIN FREE DROP-IN WRITING WORKSHOP—Check out this free writing workshop on the first Tuesday of each month.

6:30-8 p.m. FREE. The Cabin, 801 S. Capitol Blvd., Boise, 208-3318000, thecabinidaho.org.

FREE SINGING LESSONS FOR MEN—Join the Boise Chordsmen Men’s A Cappella Chorus for singing lessons. FREE. Parkview Christian Church, 201 W. Ustick Road, Meridian, 208-631-8400, boisechordsmen.com.

STORY STORY STUDIO—Learn the basics of true, live storytelling with Story Story Night.

Experienced guides will walk you through choosing a story, building a storyline and creating compelling scenes. 5:30-7:30 p.m. $30.

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

THE ART OF MARKETING WORKSHOP—Artists can learn how to write a marketing plan, create a social media strategy and grow their art business. Breakfast and lunch included. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. $99.

BanBury Golf Course, 2626 N. Marypost Place, Eagle, 208-8889898, megglasgow.com.

Literature CELEBRATION OF WRITING: JUDITH MCCONNELL STEELE READING—Join fiction author and poet Judith McConnell Steele for a reading from her novel, The Angel of Esperanca. 6 p.m. FREE. Foothills School of Arts and Sciences, 618 S. Eighth St., Boise, 208-3319260, foothillsschool.org.

Sports & Fitness HOLIDAY FLOW AND GLOW: YOGA AND WINE—Join Sage Yoga and Wellness for an evening of yoga and wine. Tickets include a glass of wine, a 40-minute all-level yoga lesson, snacks and a book signing by Sage Yoga and Wellness owner Marisa Weppner. 7-9 p.m. $15. Cinder Winery, 107 E. 44th St., Garden City, 208-3764023, cinderwines.com.

Kids & Teens EUGENE BALLET CLARA’S TEA PARTY—Young fans of The Nutcracker enjoy ballet lessons, face painting and appearances from The Nutcracker cast. 5:30 p.m. $6. Jewett Auditorium, The College of Idaho, 2112 E. Cleveland Blvd., Caldwell, 208-454-1376, caldwellfinearts.org.

IDAHO FINE ARTS ACADEMY PREVIEW NIGHTS—Are you a middle school or high school student who is passionate about theater, dance, visual arts, music or vocals? Would you like to find out more about the academy’s audition and application process?

Then check out a preview night or a morning with the principal Q&A and tour. 5:30-7:30 p.m. FREE. Idaho Academy of Fine Art, 3467 W. Flint Drive, Eagle, 208-3504420, westada.org/ifaa.

Animals & Pets CALIFORNIA CONDOR RESTORATION—Join the Golden Eagle Audubon Society for its monthly presentation and learn about the Boise Peregrine Fund’s California Condor restoration work, which has brought the species from the brink of extinction to a population of more than 400 birds. 7-8:30 p.m. FREE. MK Nature Center, 600 S. Walnut St., Boise, 208-3342225, goldeneagleaudbon.org.

Food PAYETTE BREWING MODERN DAY REPEAL—Celebrate the ratification of the 18th Amendment. At Payette, they’re doing more than that. They’re also celebrating Take Craft Back, a modern day repeal in the brewing industry. Learn more by going online. 5-10 p.m. FREE. Payette Brewing River Street Taproom, 733 S. Pioneer St., Boise, 208-344-0011, payettebrewing. com.

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ALMOST FAMOUS KARAOKE— 9:30 p.m. FREE. Liquid Lounge CHUCK SMITH TRIO—8 p.m. FREE. Chandlers

KOBIE WATKINS GROUPTET, NOV. 30, SAPPHIRE ROOM When Kobie Watkins was a toddler, he started practicing his drumming skills on pots and pans. A few decades later, Watkins has a number of international tours as a jazz drummer, years of teaching and performing experience, the nickname “Swing Master of Chicago” and even a stint in the Walt Disney World American All-Star Band under his belt. After recording with many of the jazz and soul greats, including Sonny Rollins, George Coleman and others, Watkins and his band, The Grouptet, will be performing in the swanky Garden City Sapphire Room on Thursday, Nov. 30 in advance of their first recording, Move Meant (release TBA). The Grouptet is made up of a host of experienced jazz musicians, including bassist Aaron Miller, pianist Justin Nielsen, guitarist Micah Stevens, trumpeter Ryan Nielsen and saxophonist Jonathan Armstrong. Join them to experience their “quest to infect music lovers spiritually, creatively and emotionally” first-hand.

—Lex Nelson 7:30 p.m., $15-$25. The Sapphire Room, 2900 Chinden Blvd, Garden City, 208-343-1871, sapphireboise.com.

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THE COUNTRY CLUB—8:45 p.m.

FREE. Pengilly’s JOEL KASSERMAN—6 p.m. FREE. Highlands Hollow KARAOKE—3-7 p.m. FREE. White Water Saloon LOUIS THE CHILD: LAST TO LEAVE TOUR—8 p.m. $18-$50.

Knitting Factory MIKE ROSENTHAL—5:30 p.m.

FREE. Chandlers STEVE EATON—5 p.m. FREE. Bar 365 TIM SWANSON—6 p.m. FREE. Divine Wine

THURSDAY NOV 30 ASHLEY ROSE—5 p.m. FREE. Bar 365 CHUCK SMITH—5:30 p.m. FREE. Chandlers

CLAY MOORE TRIO—8 p.m. FREE. Chandlers DAN COSTELLO—7 p.m. FREE. Dwellers FRIM FRAM FOUR—8:45 p.m.

FREE. Pengilly’s KARAOKE—3-7 p.m. FREE. White Water Saloon KARAOKE WITH DJ BONZ—9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m. FREE. Busted Shovel KOBIE WATKINS GROUPTET: MOVE-MEANT—7:30 p.m. $15$25. Sapphire MIA EDSALL—7 p.m. FREE. High Note OPEN MIC NIGHT WITH RICHARD SOLIZ—7 p.m. FREE. Deja Brew

BOISE PHILLHARMONIC: HANDEL’S MESSIAH—8 p.m. $30 adv., $35 door. St. John’s Cathedral

THE MUSETTES: CHRISTMAS DAWNS AGAIN—7 p.m. FREE. Vallivue High School

CHUCK SMITH TRIO—9 p.m. FREE. Chandlers

OPERA IDAHO: AMAHL AND THE NIGHT VISITORS—7:30 p.m. $8$36. Egyptian Theatre

AN EVENING OF ALLMAN BROTHERS MUSIC—7 p.m. $15$20. Sapphire FIRST FRIDAY SQUARE DANCE/ CONCERT: CALEB KLAUDER AND REEB WILLMS—6:30-10 p.m. FREE-$10. Mardi Gras Ballroom FRANK MARRA—5:30 p.m. FREE. Chandlers FRIDAY NIGHT JAM—7 p.m. FREE. Sockeye-Cole JAZ CYMRY—6 p.m. FREE. Art Zone 208

THUMP: PJS AND DJS—8:30 p.m. $5. 9th St. Parallel at KFCH

JUKEBOX MADNESS—7 p.m.

FREE. 127 Club

VISTA KICKS—7 p.m. $8. The Olympic

KARAOKE—3-7 p.m. FREE. White Water Saloon

FRIDAY DEC 1

MERIDIAN SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA ANNUAL HOLIDAY CONCERT—7:30 p.m. $4-$11.

Centennial High School Performing Arts Center

AARON WATSON—8 p.m. $18$45. Knitting Factory ANDY BYRON AND THE LOST RIVER BAND—9 p.m. FREE. The Ranch Club

MOJO BOOGIE—8 p.m. FREE. WilliB’s MOODY JEWS—With Sunset Goat.

10 p.m. $5. Reef

RADIO BOISE’S PRACTICE NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTY—7 p.m.12:30 a.m. $15. Cinder Winery SOMA—7 p.m. FREE. Awakenings Coffee House SOMA SINGS CHRISTMAS—7 p.m. FREE. Deja Brew THE WHAT FOUR—With Pinehurst Kids, and NO! 7 p.m. $5. The Olympic WHITAKER AND OLIVER—7 p.m.

FREE. High Note

SATURDAY DEC 2 94.9 THE RIVER CONCERT FOR CAUSE: NATHANIEL RATELIFF AND THE NIGHT SWEATS—8 p.m.

SOLD OUT. Knitting Factory ANA LETE AND LUKE MESSIMER—7 p.m. FREE. High Note BILLY BRAUN—5 p.m. FREE. Bar 365

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BLAZE AND KELLY—8 p.m. FREE. O’Michael’s BOISE PHILLHARMONIC: HANDEL’S MESSIAH—8 p.m. $30 adv., $35 door. St. John’s Cathedral BROOK FAULK BAND— 9 p.m.

FREE. The Ranch Club CREDENDA—7 p.m. FREE. Deja Brew DOUGLAS CAMERON—1-3 p.m.

FREE. Dry Creek Mercantile

MONDAY DEC 4

CRAZY TOWN—With Faded Leroy, Hot N’ Heated, and Basement. 6 p.m. $10 adv., $15 door. Shredder KARAOKE—3-7 p.m. FREE. White Water Saloon MIKE ROSENTHAL—5:30 p.m.

FREE. Chandlers

BRAD AGGEN—6 p.m. FREE. Highlands Hollow BROOKE FAULK— 5 p.m. FREE. Bar 365 CASEY KRISTOFFERSON—7 p.m.

FREE. Sockeye-Cole CHUCK SMITH TRIO— Tuesdays, 8 p.m. FREE. Chandlers

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

JUKEBOX MADNESS—7 p.m.

FREE. 127 Club

SINGLE CAR GARAGE BAND— 6-8 p.m. FREE. Awakenings

MIKE ROSENTHAL—5:30 p.m.

FREE. Chandlers

KARAOKE—9 p.m. FREE. Pauly’s Bar Room

SWINGIN WITH ELLIE—5 p.m.

FREE. Bar 365

THE KNIGHTS OF TRANCE—With Red Fx, Just James-Trancegression Events, Stormshadow, Effy K, and Accolade. 10 p.m. $6-$10.

Shredder

TUESDAY DEC 5

RADIO BOISE TUESDAY: WELTESSER—With Body Void, Piss Angel, and Possessive. 7 p.m. $7.

Neurolux

MIDNIGHT RAMBLER: THE ROLLING STONES CONCERT EXPERIENCE—7:30 p.m. $20-$29.

Sapphire THE MUSETTES: CHRISTMAS DAWNS AGAIN—2 p.m. FREE. Vallivue High School

BIG GIGANTIC—With Brasstracks, and Auzomatik. 8 p.m. $25-$60.

Knitting Factory

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BIG HEAD TODD AND THE MONSTERS—7:30 p.m. $10-$55.

Revolution

FRANK MARRA—5:30 p.m. FREE. Chandlers

MERIDIAN SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA ANNUAL HOLIDAY CONCERT—With The Centennial High School combined choirs, and principal cellist Lorie Scherer. 7:30 p.m. $4-$11. Centennial High School Performing Arts Center

Restaurant gift cards

KARAOKE—3-7 p.m. FREE. White Water Saloon

THE SUBURBANS—8:45 p.m.

FREE. Pengilly’s A WHISKEY GINGER CHRISTMAS—8 p.m. FREE. High Note

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NIGHT HERON—With PG13 and Aphorist. 8 p.m. $5. Neurolux SMOOTH AVENUE—8 p.m. FREE. WilliB’s Saloon STUBBORN SON—With Marshall Poole, and Fort Harrison. 7 p.m. $8. The Olympic TAUGE AND FAULKNER—8:45 p.m. FREE. Pengilly’s

SUNDAY DEC 3 COME TOGETHER KUNA COMMUNITY CHOIR CHRISTMAS CONCERT—7:30 p.m. FREE. Kuna Performing Arts Center ESSENTIAL JAZZ: DECEMBER JOY— 7 p.m. $13-$22. Sapphire THE FACELESS—With Mortal Ashes, and Blackfriar. 6 p.m. $17.

Shredder KARAOKE—10 a.m.-7 p.m. FREE. White Water Saloon KORGY AND BASS—With LadyTramp and Oso Negro. 8 p.m. $5.

Neurolux MOOD SWING—5 p.m. FREE. Bar 365 NOCTURNUM LIVE INDUSTRIAL DJS—10 p.m. FREE. Liquid Lounge OPERA IDAHO: AMAHL AND THE NIGHT VISITORS—2:30 p.m. $8$36. Egyptian Theatre THE SIDEMEN: GREG PERKINS AND RICK CONNOLLY—6 p.m.

FREE. Chandlers

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RADIO BOISE’S PRACTICE NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTY, DEC. 1, CINDER Whether 2017 has been a disaster of a year or you’re just in search of a good time, Radio Boise’s Practice New Year’s Eve Party is the place to be on Friday, Dec. 1 to turn the clock forward. Stop by Cinder Winery and Tasting Room in Garden City for a night of musical madness, including live music from Regular Sounds performing as Electric Light Orchestra, and Phantahex performing as Boise Rockeoke, aka kickass karaoke backed up by a live band. Plus, Radio Boise DJs will be mixing tunes between sets, a silent auction will feature gifts from local businesses and there will be plenty of booze to wash everything down. Last but not least, you’ll have the opportunity to shell out $25 for a raffle ticket to win a 2015 Fiat 500e Electric Car of your very own. How’s that for starting the new year off right?

—Lex Nelson 7 p.m., $15. Cinder Winery, 107 E. 44th St., Garden City, 208376-4023, radioboise.us.

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Frances McDormand plays Mildred Hayes, a mother who takes her town’s police force publically to task after her daughter’s murder goes unsolved.

SIGNS OF OUR TIMES

From the eye of the storm comes must-see film Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri GEORGE PRENTICE Mildred Hayes, brilliantly embodied by Frances McDormand (Fargo), wasn’t really expecting justice any time soon when she rented a trio of roadside signs on the outskirts of her small town. But, as becomes clear in Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri, she sure as hell wants to be paid attention to. If the billboards don’t work, perhaps drilling a hole in the town dentist’s hand, or kicking a couple of high school kids in the groin, or tossing a Molotov cocktail into the local police station will do the trick.

Mildred suffers a particular kind of pain but, in so many ways, she is also those of us who have been abused, dismissed or marginalized. The best and the worst of us aren’t immune to this kind of horror.

This amazing film, written and directed by Irish playwright Martin McDonagh, plants itself right in the middle of our current national anger. Regardless of the source, the emotion is our common denominator, and while there is no tidy ending to Three Billboards that will assuage that anger, we can still find resolution in this superb tale: Often, good people can be multidimensional and contradictory and bad people may ultimately do the right thing. Three Billboards is only the third time McDonagh has been behind the lens, but it is near genius and required viewing. Your anger may not be washed away, but I can promise you that it will make more sense.

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numbskull in Ebbing, and he’s played will such In the film, Mildred rents three billboards such frenzied idiocy by Sam Rockwell, the actor and has them bathed in red paint with black letters reading “Raped While Dying,” “And Still is a sure bet for a long-overdue Oscar nomination. Dixon is an off-the-chain flake, bullied by No Arrests?” and “How Come, Chief Wilhis mother (an even bigger racist), and he can’t loughby?” respectively. Mildred’s daughter was raped, murdered and set ablaze, and so it’s little wait to toss Mildred into jail for any reason.

Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri has wonder that her expression of sorrow/anger is so much character development, and the plot permanent.

This is McDormand’s best performance since has has so many twists and turns (none of them false), that all you can do is ride this R-rated her Oscar-winning turn in the 1996 classic roller coaster. If any movie could Fargo, although she has done require seatbelts to be installed in plenty of amazing work since THREE BILLBOARDS OUTtheaters, this might be the one. then, and it’s impossible to SIDE EBBING, MISSOURI The wrath that rains down imagine any other living actress Written/directed by Martin upon the town of Ebbing in as Mildred. Woody Harrelson McDonagh the final act of the film could (True Detective) conjures up his Starring Frances McDormand, easily douse any other American acting magic to bring life to the Woody Harrelson and Sam community, including many conflicted Police Chief WilRockwell in Idaho—speaking of which, loughby, a lawman who wants Opens Friday, Dec. 1 at The Three Billboards reveals a big nothing more than to find the Flicks Idaho surprise at the end of the killer, but the case has gone as film. You won’t get a spoiler cold as Mildred’s heart. from me, but when two of the surviving charThe sparks between Harrelson and McDoracters turn their vehicle toward Idaho, it may mand when they share a scene could ignite a trigger a reaction from Gem State audiences: bonfire, and their ferocity is tangible. Wilperhaps an arched eyebrow, maybe a nod, posloughby is well aware of Mildred’s straitjacket sibly a knowing wince. of pain, so he accepts her verbal abuse while he To quote another famous playwright, Arthur suffers a well-kept secret in silence (sorry, no Miller, attention must be paid. For a film as spoilers here). good as Three Billboards, that has never been Then there’s James Dixon, one of Willoughby’s deputies. He’s a racist and the biggest more true.

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CITIZEN SETH MCMULLEN

On preparing for holiday concerts and his trip to Africa LE X NEL SON

With a membership of more than 200 students, the Eagle High School Choral Union is a large and often unwieldy ship to steer—but since the 2003-4 school year, Director of Choirs Seth McMullen has been a commanding presence at its helm. Over the last 15 years, his students have earned numerous commendations, awards and invitations to tour and perform nationwide.

In October, McMullen was selected by the American Choral Directors Association for the International Choral Exchange Program, and will journey to Kenya next summer to teach and learn from choirs there. In the meantime, he and his students are gearing up for the Holiday Concert series, a seamless triple-header performance (Dec. 15-16) that is their biggest challenge of the year.

Tickets are available online on the Eagle High School page at westada.org or at the door.

What makes the Eagle High School choir program unique?

I think that one of the best things about our choral program is that if you’re interested in singing, we have a choir for you. We don’t turn kids away, we place them according to where they’re at as a singer and place them in groups that are going to challenge them and hopefully help them realize their goals.

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What is the experience like for the students?

They get really excited because it’s really a performance, really an event. The thought of 1,500 people over three performances getting to see this is really exciting...They basically do three performances within a 24-hour period. Between opening at 7 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 15, and finishing up around 6 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 16, they do three full performances, and it’s exhausting. But I think they also kind of look forward to the feeling of satisfaction of a job well done.

It’s nice to see the looks of accomplishment on their faces. And then just the mob onstage after the final concert, just the excitement, the hugging and just the exhaustion—but the good kind of exhaustion.

You’ve been at Eagle High for 15 years.

What keeps you there?

It’s never a dull moment, it’s never the same day twice…[Eagle High has a] very supportive administration, very supportive families, [and] kids that are passionate about singing. Those are the things that really make it easy to go to work in the morning.

To make that possible, you must have a lot of choirs.

Yes, we do...This year we have a non-auditioned mixed choir, which is Concert Choir; we have an intermediate mixed choir, which is called Cantori; and then Bella Voce, our varsity women’s choir; Sonous, our select chamber touring choir and then Premium Blend, our jazz choir.

How did you get the opportunity to go on an exchange trip to Africa?

I applied!...We actually got to be part of a hosting last year, and hosted a conductor from Ecuador, and he got to come in and spend a rehearsal with Sonous, our top group. It just inspired me to hear what he had to say to the kids, to experience working with somebody from another part of the world, and I looked at this and said, “I really ought to throw my hat in the ring.”

What’s it like preparing for the Holiday Concerts?

We spend a lot of time preparing. We deliberately do a fall concert early in the year—our fall concert this year was Oct. 10—so we have over two months of prep time to put the concert together...The rehearsals are pretty intense, but we also like to do stuff with the entire choral union, with all five groups combined. This year we’re going to do three numbers with everybody combined, and those are always fun to put on. Trying to manage 250 kids simultaneously can always be a bit of a challenge.

How does the actual exchange work?

In March we will be hosting a conductor from Kenya, and then in July or August I will go to Kenya to their community to work there for a couple of weeks. They’re still working out all the details, it’s very exciting. It was overwhelming to hear that I got this, I’m just so grateful to the community I work in, [to] the support of the community that has allowed us to reach that level where we would be considered for an international honor like this...I am so excited about getting a formal education in East African choral music. I can’t wait.

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I’m at a pivotal moment in my professional career. I’m an Army Reserve Officer close to promotion to Major, with an opportunity to serve on active duty. Though I love the Army and serving the American people, if I were asked what I’m passionate about, the Army is not the first thing to come to my mind. I love entertainment and chances to be an entertainer. So my question to you is, do I pursue what feels good? Or should I stay the course, stick to my plan of promotion and going to active duty, and hope these choices will provide long term rewards and opportunities later?

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JIM HENSON’S LABYRINTH, THE BOARD GAME The year 1986 gave us what have become some of the best loved, most-often quoted movies. In no particular order, it was the year of Aliens, Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, Top Gun, Platoon, The Fly, Crocodile Dundee, Short Circuit, Sid and Nancy, Hoosiers and the groundbreaking Labyrinth. The fantasy film, directed by the late genius Jim Henson, is about a teenage girl (Jennifer Connelly) who must navigate a labyrinth—and a slew of Henson creations—to rescue $20-$40, her baby brother from his kidnapper, Available at thinkgeek.com Jareth the Goblin King, played by and game stores. Visit riverhorse.eu for more info. another late genius, David Bowie.

Finding the right holiday gifts can seem like a high-stakes quest, but if you have someone on your list who loves that classic film, we found something that will make you feel like you completed the maze of shopping without having to face the Minotaur: Jim Henson’s Labyrinth the Board Game (River Horse). It comes with collectible figurines, a “lavishly illustrated” game board, a goblin clock and myriad other items necessary to save Toby from being turned into a goblin babe in 13 hours. As the Goblin King says, “It’s only forever, not long at all.”

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ASTROLOGY ARIES (March 21-April 19): I hope that everything doesn’t come too easily for you in the coming weeks. I’m worried you will meet with no obstructions and face no challenges. And that wouldn’t be good. It might weaken your willpower and cause your puzzle-solving skills to atrophy. Let me add a small caveat, however. It’s also true that right about now you deserve a whoosh of slack. I’d love for you to be able to relax and enjoy your welldeserved rewards. But on the other hand, I know you will soon receive an opportunity to boost yourself up to an even higher level of excellence and accomplishment. I want to be sure that when it comes, you are at peak strength and alertness.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): You were born with the potential to give the world specific gifts -- benefits and blessings that are unique to you. One of those gifts has been slow in developing. You’ve never been ready to confidently offer it in its fullness. In fact, if you have tried to bestow it in the past, it may have caused problems, but the good news is that in the coming months, this gift will finally be ripe. You’ll know how to deal crisply with the interesting responsibilities it asks you to take on. Here’s your homework: Get clear about what this gift is and what you will have to do to offer it in its fullness.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Happy unbirthday, Gemini. You’re halfway between your last birthday and your next. That means you’re free to experiment with being different from who you have imagined yourself to be and who other people expect you to be. Here are inspirational quotes to help you celebrate.

1. “Those who cannot change their minds cannot change anything.”

—George Bernard Shaw. 2. “Like all weak men he laid an exaggerated stress on not changing one’s mind.”

—W. Somerset Maugham. 3. “A foolish consistency is the hobgoblin of little minds. With consistency a great soul has simply nothing to do.”

—Ralph Waldo Emerson. 4. “The snake which cannot cast its skin has to die. As well the minds which are prevented from changing their opinions; they cease to be mind.”

—Friedrich Nietzsche.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): I suggest you take a piece of paper and write down a list of your biggest fears. Then call on the magical force within you that is bigger and smarter than your fears. Ask your deep sources of wisdom for the poised courage you need to keep those scary fantasies in their proper place. And what is their proper place? Not as the masters of your destiny, not as controlling agents that prevent you from living lustily, but rather as helpful guides that keep you from taking foolish risks.

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BY ROB BREZSNY

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): In his book Life: The Odds, Gregory Baer says that the odds you will marry a millionaire are not good: 215-to-1. They’re 60,000-to-1 that you’ll wed royalty and 88,000-to-1 that you’ll date a model. After analyzing your astrological omens for the coming months, I suspect your chances of achieving these feats will be even lower than usual. That’s because you’re far more likely to cultivate synergetic and symbiotic relationships with people who enrich your soul and stimulate your imagination, but don’t necessarily pump up your ego. Instead of models and millionaires, you’re likely to connect with practical idealists, energetic creators, and emotionally intelligent people who’ve done work to transmute their own darkness.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): What might you do to take better care of yourself in 2018, Virgo?

According to my reading of the astrological omens, this will be a fertile meditation for you to keep revisiting. Here’s a good place to start: Consider the possibility that you have a lot to learn about what makes your body operate at peak efficiency and what keeps your soul humming along with the sense that your life is interesting. Here’s another crucial task: Intensify your love for yourself. With that as a driving force, you’ll be led to discover the actions necessary to supercharge your health. P.S. Now is an ideal time to get this project underway.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Here are themes I suggest you specialize in during the coming weeks.

1. How to gossip in ways that don’t diminish and damage your social network, but rather foster and enhance it. 2. How to be in three places at once without committing the mistake of being nowhere at all.

3. How to express precisely what you mean without losing your attractive mysteriousness. 4. How to be nosy and brash for fun and profit.

5. How to unite and harmonize the parts of yourself and your life that have been at odds with each other.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): I predict that in the coming months you won’t feel compulsions to set your adversaries’ hair on fire. You won’t fantasize about robbing banks to raise funds, nor will you be tempted to worship the devil. The news just gets better. I expect the amount of self-sabotage you commit will be close to zero. The monsters under your bed will go on a long sabbatical. Any excuses you have used in the past to justify bad behavior will melt away. And you’ll mostly avoid indulging in bouts of irrational and unwarranted anger. In conclusion, Scorpio, your life should be pretty evil-free for quite some time. What will you do with this prolonged outburst of grace? Use it wisely.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): “What is love?” asks philosopher Richard Smoley. “It’s come to have a greeting-card quality,” he mourns.

“Half the time ‘loving’ someone is taken to mean nurturing a warmish feeling in the heart for them, which mysteriously evaporates the moment the person has some concrete need or irritates us.” One of your key assignments in the next ten months will be to purge any aspects of this shrunken and shriveled kind of love that may still be lurking in your beautiful soul.

You are primed to cultivate an unprecedented new embodiment of mature, robust love.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You know that unfinished task you have half-avoided, allowing it to stagnate? Soon you’ll be able to summon the gritty determination required to complete it. I suspect you’ll also be able to carry out the glorious rebirth you’ve been shy about climaxing. To gather the energy you need, reframe your perspective so that you can feel gratitude for the failure or demise that has made your glorious rebirth necessary and inevitable.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): In an ideal world, your work and your character would speak for themselves. You’d receive exactly the amount of recognition and appreciation you deserve. You wouldn’t have to devote as much intelligence to selling yourself as you did to developing your skills in the first place. But now forget everything I just said. During the next ten months, I predict that packaging and promoting yourself won’t be so #$@&%*! important.

Your work and character WILL speak for themselves with more vigor and clarity than they have before.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): There used to be a booth at a Santa Cruz flea market called “Joseph Campbell’s Love Child.” It was named after the mythological scholar who wrote the book The Hero with a Thousand Faces. The booth’s proprietor sold items that spurred one’s “heroic journey,” like talismans made to order and herbs that stimulated courage and mini-books with personalized advice based on one’s horoscope.

“Chaos-Tamers” were also for sale.

They were magic spells designed to help people manage the messes that crop up in one’s everyday routine while pursuing a heroic quest.

Given the current astrological omens, Pisces, you would benefit from a place that sold items like these. Since none exists, do the next best thing: Aggressively drum up all the help and inspiration you need. You can and should be well-supported as you follow your dreams on your hero’s journey.

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