Friday to Friday

So the kids are starting school, but don’t worry about the fun coming to an end. Why? Because we live in the Treasure Valley, where something’s going on all of the time. Sweet. This week’s serving up a Huckleberry Festival in Donnelly, a solar system replica you can bounce through, four free concerts, Nampa Festival of the Arts, a Corn and Pickle Festival in Kuna, and lots of Boise Fire Department displays and history.

Don’t forget to check out the Appetite for Idaho Facebook page, and if you want to order the new Appetite for Idaho book and have it mailed right to you, send $15 per book to:

Appetite for Idaho/ Amy Larson
119 S. Valley Drive, Suite A PMB 218
Nampa, ID. 83686

Have a FUN week!
~Amy

Donnelly Huckleberry Festival
Aug. 8-10
Ah, huckleberries: How long does it take to pick just one cup, enough to make huckleberry pancakes with? Celebrate this coveted berry at a 3-day event taking place in Donnelly. Get more info at donnellychamber.org/huckleberry-festival.html. FREE

The Planets: Anything Can Happen
Fri., Aug. 8, 10:30 a.m.
Boise Public Library Hayes Auditorium 715 S. Capitol Blvd., Boise
Want to slide, bounce and dance inside the Solar System? Paige Moor presents an interactive event that’s based on Gustav Holst’s orchestral suite. It’s fun, and it’s FREE. For kids and their parents, too!
208-384-4076

Rock the Village: Afrosonics
Fri., Aug. 8, 6 p.m.
Do you reggae? You will with the Afrosonics, music you can’t help but get drawn into.
Village at Meridian 3600 E. Fairview Ave. at North Eagle Road, Meridian
With Rosa Dos Ventos. FREE
208-888-1701

After-Hours Pool Party
Fri., Aug. 8, 9 p.m.
Natatorium and Hydrotube 1811 Warm Springs Ave., Boise
Don’tcha love telling people you’re going to the “natatorium”? That name just rolls right off the tongue, doesn’t it. And being there after hours is even cooler when teens get to swim with friends to great tunes, enter contests, win prizes, and splash around. For ages 12-17 only. $2
208-345-9270

ParkLife Summer Day Camp
Mondays-Fridays, 10 a.m.-2:15 p.m. Continues through Aug. 8
Karcher Church of the Nazarene 2515 W. Karcher Road, Nampa
Hey, Kids! Play indoors and out with up to ten weeks of games, sports, stories, crafts, and superfun activities. For more info or to register, visit the website or call the office. FREE
208-467-7479

Boise Fire Department Exhibit
Tuesdays-Saturdays, 12-6 p.m. Continues through Sept. 27
Arts and History Sesqui-Shop 1008 Main St., Boise
Hey Jakester the Nephew who’s really into firetrucks…Check this out:
The Boise Fire Department, (Past & Present) talks about fire’s effects on Boise through photos, articles, and maps. You’ll also get to view historic firefighting equipment and other antique, along with fire-themed artwork. Through Sept. 27. FREE
208-384-8509

28th Annual Nampa Festival of the Arts
Sat., Aug. 9, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sun., Aug. 10, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Lakeview Park Garrity Boulevard at 16th Avenue North, Nampa
190 booths, 2 big days…let’s do this art thing, and give a big high five to Nampa for 28 years of its Festival of the Arts. 15,000 attendees enjoyed it last year, and this festival’s popularity keeps on growing with the juried art show in the rose garden, music, dance, food, and fine art. Nampa Parks & Rec puts on a good festival; go see for yourself. Totally free and open to the public.

Corn and Pickle Festival
Sat., Aug. 9, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Vogel Farms Country Market 9501 Robinson Road, Kuna
Want to learn how to can pickles? Want to see an old-fashioned country farm fair? How about a hay ride and a barbecue, or cheese tasting? Grab a few lawn chairs and blankets and spend some time at one of the most unique festivals in the county. FREE.
208-466-6928

Family Fun Saturday: Break Dancing
Sat., Aug. 9, 10:30 a.m.
Nampa Public Library 101 11th Ave. S., Nampa
Break. Dance. Learn the story of how it came to be in America, brought to you by our TRICA friend, Jon Swarthout. This is FREE, and refreshments will be served after the program.
208-468-5800

Boise Fire History Walking Tours
Sat., Aug. 9, 12 p.m., Sat., Aug. 23, 12 p.m., Sat., Sept. 13, 12 p.m. and Sat., Sept. 27, 12 p.m.
Arts and History Sesqui-Shop 1008 Main St., Boise
Hey Nephew Jake, here’s another one for your firetruck fetish: How Boise’s fires changed the face of our city, its buildings, environment, and businesses. FREE
208-384-8509

Noodle Mania
Sat., Aug. 9, 1-4:45 p.m.
Lakeview Park Garrity Boulevard at 16th Avenue North, Nampa
It’s water noodle soup when ALL of the pool’s noodles are put into the pool at once…just add swimmers! Regular rates, but twice the fun, and a noodle for almost everyone!

High Street Band
Sat., Aug. 9, 6:30 p.m.
Meridian City Hall 33 E. Broadway Ave., Meridian
It’s the band that gets everyone out dancing! See former Mayor Tom Dale in his sparkly yellow leisure suit, playing the trombone. The whole band’s a kick to watch.
Variety of music
FREE
208-888-4433

MGI Foundation Ice Cream Social
Sat., Aug. 9, 7 p.m.
Lucky Dog 2223 Fairview Ave., Boise
Like homemade ice cream, toppings, and helping out a good cause? Two bucks’ll get you all that, and help out Idaho Diabetes Youth Programs and the Idaho Humane Society.
208-333-0074

Alive After Five: Carolyn Wonderland
Wed., Aug. 13, 5-8 p.m.
Grove Plaza Downtown on Eighth Street between Main and Front streets, Boise
Listen to the blues while you shake the weekday blues! Food, the fountain, great folks, and a fantastic performance.
With Customary. FREE

Family Night and Trade Show
Wed., Aug. 13, 5:30 p.m.
Honalee Farm Event Center 7010 Moon Valley Road, Eagle
Bring the family and friends for food, a jump house, music, vendors, and lots of family-friendly fun. FREE
FREE
208-286-0533

Thursday Thunder: Soul Purpose
Thu., Aug. 14, 6 p.m.
Boise Spectrum 7609-7709 W. Overland Road, Boise
Reggae at the Spectrum.
Oh, yeah. FREE
208-938-2898

Kleiner Park Concert Series: SoulPatch
Thu., Aug. 14, 6:30 p.m.
Julius M. Kleiner Memorial Park 1900 N. Records Ave., near Fairview Avenue and Eagle Road, Meridian
The country sounds of SoulPatch. Bring a friend or two, bring a picnic, and enjoy.
FREE