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BOSCO Celebrates 21st Year with Exciting October Events

BOSCO (Boise Open Studios Collective Organization) is a local nonprofit dedicated to promoting the visual arts in the Boise community. Through annual events and studio tours, BOSCO connects the public with artists, fostering a greater appreciation for the creative process and supporting local talent.

BOSCO Celebrates 21st Year with Exciting October Events
Boise, ID – [Date] – For its 21st year, Boise Open Studios Collective Organization, is back with a series of vibrant events to celebrate local art and creativity. Boise’s Mayor McLean has officially proclaimed October as BOSCO Month, kicking off with the much-anticipated Best of BOSCO art exhibit and fundraising event, followed by the ever popular Open Studios Tour.

The festivities begin on October 3rd at the Delia Dante Gallery in Boise. The Best of BOSCO event will feature an art exhibit, an opening reception, and a "Mosaic" fundraiser showcasing original works by BOSCO members. Attendees will have the opportunity to view and purchase pieces of the mosaic, contributing to this unique fundraising effort.

The excitement continues with the Annual Artists' Open Studio Tour, set for the first two weekends in October. Art enthusiasts can explore over 100 studios across Boise:

East Side Studios: October 5th & 6th

West Side Studios: October 12th & 13th

Visitors are encouraged to check out the studios on both sides of the valley. An interactive map and artist gallery are available at BoiseOpenStudios.com to help plan their route.

For added fun, pick up a passport at your first studio visit. If you visit nine different studios in one weekend, you’ll be entered to win a free piece of art from a BOSCO artist.

BOSCO invites everyone to explore local artist studios, experience the creative process, and expand their knowledge. For more details and event updates, visit BoiseOpenStudios.com.

Divorce Recovery Group
Mondays September 9 thorough Monday December 2nd 6:30-8:00pm you can come join in at anytime.
at the Boise Cloverdale SDA Church. Please let us know if you need assistance with registration. Register at https://www.divorcecare.org/groups/243953

DivorceCare’s life-changing support groups welcome people and guide them on the path of recovery after separation or divorce. Over 1 million people have found comfort and hope through this 13-week, video-based series. Knowing this is a challenging and confusing time for you, we want you to know we are here to gently and lovingly support you through this. DivorceCare is a great way for you to find support and understand how to navigate your feelings and learn about healing.

Mad Swede Brewing hosts the longest-running comedy open mic in Boise every Monday evening at their original Cole Road taproom. The relaxed environment and intimate setting of the brewery tasting room make for a low-key vibe with high-key laughs.

With a rotating lineup of professional hosts, the Sweet Swede mic is always in good hands with guaranteed laughs. Witness Boise's up-and-coming comedians cut their chops and Boise's best try out new material every Monday night starting at 7:30pm. Signups are in person at 7pm.

Come thirsty! With 16+ craft beers on draft, locally-made wine and cider, and handcrafted non-alcohol options, there really is something for everyone. Skål!

BOSCO Celebrates 21st Year with Exciting October Events

BOSCO (Boise Open Studios Collective Organization) is a local nonprofit dedicated to promoting the visual arts in the Boise community. Through annual events and studio tours, BOSCO connects the public with artists, fostering a greater appreciation for the creative process and supporting local talent.

BOSCO Celebrates 21st Year with Exciting October Events
Boise, ID – [Date] – For its 21st year, Boise Open Studios Collective Organization, is back with a series of vibrant events to celebrate local art and creativity. Boise’s Mayor McLean has officially proclaimed October as BOSCO Month, kicking off with the much-anticipated Best of BOSCO art exhibit and fundraising event, followed by the ever popular Open Studios Tour.

The festivities begin on October 3rd at the Delia Dante Gallery in Boise. The Best of BOSCO event will feature an art exhibit, an opening reception, and a "Mosaic" fundraiser showcasing original works by BOSCO members. Attendees will have the opportunity to view and purchase pieces of the mosaic, contributing to this unique fundraising effort.

The excitement continues with the Annual Artists' Open Studio Tour, set for the first two weekends in October. Art enthusiasts can explore over 100 studios across Boise:

East Side Studios: October 5th & 6th

West Side Studios: October 12th & 13th

Visitors are encouraged to check out the studios on both sides of the valley. An interactive map and artist gallery are available at BoiseOpenStudios.com to help plan their route.

For added fun, pick up a passport at your first studio visit. If you visit nine different studios in one weekend, you’ll be entered to win a free piece of art from a BOSCO artist.

BOSCO invites everyone to explore local artist studios, experience the creative process, and expand their knowledge. For more details and event updates, visit BoiseOpenStudios.com.

Every Tuesday it's ALL-DAY HAPPY HOUR when you bring your dog!

Get $1 off all of your pints of Mad Swede beer when you bring your pooch to the tasting room on Tuesday. Dogs are always welcome at Mad Swede Brewing on South Cole Road, they just activate this special discount on Tuesdays. And for the dogs? Treats of course! And lots of butts to sniff.

Follow @madswedebrewing on social media for announcements on special dog-related events that pop up on Pupper Tuesdays, like adoption events, puppy parties, fundraisers, and more.

Join us in the Garden this fall for an evening of intuitive painting with Karen Gillette! Let your intuition and creativity flow as you bring your canvas to life in our beautiful natural setting. This artistic experience focuses on self-love, exploration, and enjoying the process of creating an art piece as unique as you. All materials will be provided.

Note: This is an outdoor class (weather permitting we may move into classroom).

Join us in the Garden this fall for an evening of intuitive painting with Karen Gillette! Let your intuition and creativity flow as you bring your canvas to life in our beautiful natural setting. This artistic experience focuses on self-love, exploration, and enjoying the process of creating an art piece as unique as you. All materials will be provided.

Note: This is an outdoor class (weather permitting we may move into classroom).

The jams are fresh this summer in the JUMP Park! The Jump, Jam and Jive free summer concert series returns to the JUMP Park every other Tuesday starting June 4th through August 27th. This all-ages, family friendly event starts at 6:00pm. Opening acts feature performances from local nonprofits bringing music opportunities to the Treasure Valley community.

There will be a food truck onsite during the JUMP Jam & Jive concerts this summer. Tacos San Mateo will offer an exciting selection of food items available for purchase. Beer and wine will be available for purchase for those 21 and older.

2024 Line-up:

JUNE 4th Shon Sanders Band With Opener Saro Pegg

JUNE 18th Bread & Circus With Opener Hannah Strumner

JULY 2nd Tin Roof Terrors With Opener Helen Morris

JULY 16th The Ryan Curtis Band With Opener Kat Colt

JULY 30th Shenandoah Grace With Opener Claire Bailey

AUG 13th Jan Reed & the In Between With Opener Megafauna

AUG 27th Buddy Devore & the Faded Cowboys With Opener Danny Soul

Bring your instruments and your ears to the Mad Swede Brew Hall! Hear local musicians play in a relaxed environment and join in with some tunes of your own. Mad Swede runs the most welcoming open mic in Boise, and it’s all ages. Hosted by the unofficial Mayor of Boise: Jenny Anne Smith.

We provide the PA system, keyboard, and upright grand piano. Guitarists are kind and will often lend their instruments but it's always a good idea to bring your own.

Music starts at 7pm.
Get here around 6:45pm to sign up.
Last sign up 8pm.

Come hungry and thirsty: the kitchen is open as long as we are and the beer, cider, wine, and seltzer are flowing. Non-alcoholic options available.

The Sons of the Pioneers present a dynamic, family-friendly show that focuses on the most familiar and best-loved songs of Western Music, icons of Americana such as “Tumbling Tumbleweeds,” “Cool Water,” and “Ghost Riders in the Sky.”
They enjoy meeting concert goers face-to-face, and always greet them in the lobby for conversation and picture-taking after the show.