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together and then get creative with a story-related craft and activity. Cost is $7. Coming Storytrail Adventure days are July 14 and August 11 from 12:30 to 2 p.m. For more information go to cityofboise.org.parks.

Sparklight Movie Night

Enjoy a free, family-friendly, outdoor movie under the stars in Meridian’s Settlers Park every other Friday night. Shows are scheduled for July 14, July 28, and August 11. The featured movie begins at dusk. Movie-goers should bring low-profile folding chairs, lawn blankets, and favorite snacks. The Settlers Park concession stand will be open and restrooms are nearby. For more information and a list of movies, go to meridiancity.org.

22nd Annual Youth Summer Production

Boise Little Theater and Boise Parks and Recreation will present the 22nd Annual Youth Summer Production July 14-22 at BLT, 100 E. Fort St. in Boise. This year’s show, featuring local young actors, will be Disney’s “Frozen Jr.” For more information, go to boiselittletheater.org or cityofboise.org/parks.

WaterShed Weekend

Join the Boise WaterShed every third Saturday of the month for nature and art activities the whole family can enjoy. Activities take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Admission is free, and no pre-registration is needed. “Water Festival” is the theme for July 15. The WaterShed also hosts WaterShed Wednesday programs free for all ages at its outdoor River Campus. For more information, go to boisewatershed.org or cityofboise.org/parks.

Snake River Stampede

Snake River Stampede 2023 is set for July 18-22 at Ford Idaho Center in Nampa. Go to snakeriverstampede.com for more information.

Canyon County Fair

Canyon County Fair 2023 is scheduled for July 27-30 at the fairgrounds at 111 S. 22nd Ave. S. in Caldwell. Go to canyoncountyfair.org for more information.

Summer Splash Concert

A Summer Splash Concert sponsored by Project 88.7 is set for 6:30 to 11 p.m. Thursday, August 3, at the Wave Pool Stage at Roaring Springs. Christian artists will perform throughout the evening, and those who purchase tickets are also entitled to unlimited access to waterpark attractions. Purchase tickets at www.roaringsprings.com/plan/general-info/ events.

STEAM Career Explorations

A STEAM Career Explorations program for kids ages 7-9 (incoming third and fourth graders) and kids 10-12 (incoming fifth and sixth graders) will take place from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. August 7-10 at the Idaho Botanical Garden. Cost for the camp is $175 for members and $250 for nonmembers; there is a 20-child limit on space per age cohort for this event. Sign up for the program at idahobotanicalgarden.org, navigate to the “Learn” tab at the top of the page, select STEAM Camp, then scroll to the event you wish to enroll your child in.

Boise Soul Food Festival

A soulful Saturday of African American-inspired food, Southern flavor, and live entertainment is set for 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, August 12, at Julia Davis Park in Boise. Come visit the annual Boise Soul Food Festival. There will be many local vendors and cultural workshops as well. The Soul Food Festival’s purpose is to celebrate and educate the greater Treasure Valley region about African American culture in order to enhance and nurture racial understanding and harmony within the community. For much more information, go to boisesoulfood.org.

36th Annual Festival of the Arts

The annual show of handmade arts and crafts – Nampa Festival of the Arts – is set for 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, August 12, and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, August 13, at Lakeview Park. The event will feature more than 200 artisans, concessions, entertainment, free kids’ activities, and a juried fine art show. Go to nampaparksandrecreation.org for more information.

Warbird Roundup

Warbird Roundup 2023 is planned for August 12-13. Warbirds from the Planes of Fame Air Museum in Chino, Calif., will be flying in for the event. Go to warhawkairmuseum.org for more details.

Caldwell Night Rodeo

Caldwell Night Rodeo 2023 is set for August 15-19 at the D&B Supply Arena. Go to caldwellnightrodeo.com for more information.

Western Idaho Fair

This year’s Western Idaho Fair kicks off August 18 and runs through August 24 at the Western Idaho Fairgrounds. Go to idahofair.com for more information.

15th Annual Pooch Party

Bring your family and your dogs to Pooch Party 2023 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, August 26, at Lakeview Park in Nampa. A $25 registration fee includes a t-shirt and admission for one dog into the 1-mile walk and swim ($30 after August 22). A raffle will be held, and there will be petfriendly booths and contests. Go to nampaparksandrecreation.org for more information.

Friday and Saturday Slide Nights

Swimmers are invited to unlimited access to waterpark attractions as the sun sets at Roaring Springs from 6 to 10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays through August 26. Admission is $24.99 plus tax. For more information, go to roaringsprings.com.