Community Calendar

Families are needed across Idaho - and sometimes, learning more is simply the first brave step.
For more than 22 years, A New Beginning Adoption Agency has walked alongside children and families through ethical infant adoption and foster-adoption. As a licensed adoption agency, and a non-profit, we aim to ethically support all members of the adoption triad.
We offer free, virtual monthly information sessions for families who feel called to learn more. Whether you’re just beginning to explore adoption or simply gathering information, these seminars provide a welcoming space to ask questions, understand your options, and consider what might be right for your family with no pressure and no obligation.
📍 Serving families statewide
💻 Attend virtually from anywhere in Idaho
🕊️ Free, supportive, and informational

To register, simply find the date that works best for you, and fill out a quick form to get the zoom link https://adoptanewbeginning.org/our-events/

If you’d prefer to meet one on one with an adoption specialist instead, please don’t hesitate to email us at admin@adoptanewbeginning.org or call 208-939-3865

We are excited to present a new music series for downtown Meridian in 2026! Meridian's Main Street Mix will feature six Wednesday afterwork concerts in Generations Plaza, located at 804 N Main Street in downtown Meridian. Each of the concerts are free to attend, and run from 5:30 - 7:30 PM.

Dates:
Wednesday, July 8 - Cross Country
Wednesday, July 15 - Bread & Circus
Wednesday, July 22 - Various Lazy
Wednesday, July 29 - Emily & The Tiptones
Wednesday, August 5 - Poverty Flats
Wednesday, August 12 - Charlie & The Changelings

Time:
5:30 - 7:30 pm

Location:
Generations Plaza (804 N Main St, Meridian, ID 83642)

Attendees are encouraged to bring folding chairs or lawn blankets. Food and drinks are available at nearby downtown restaurants.

Meridian's Main Street Mix in 2026 is a presentation of the Meridian Arts Commission with sponsorship support from the Loose Screw Beer, Truffles Etc, Meridian Development Corporation, All American Insurance, and the Meridian Chamber of Commerce.

Learn the ins and outs of throwing on the wheel, or use your registration to utilize our space and resources. Perfect for beginner, intermediate, and advanced potters alike. Even if you don't need guidance, there will be a Cat Clay staff member available in all sessions to provide support and answer questions!

Join us every Wednesday in the Boise Brewing taproom for trivia with Geeks Who Drink, hosted by Professor Truman. Stretch those brain muscles and test your knowledge of random trivia facts, including music and film clip rounds! Plus, you have a chance to win beer in every round! Top 3 finishing teams each week receive Boise Brewing gift certificates.

Garden City’s Surel L. Mitchell Live-Work-Create District is bustling with artists, creatives, and artisanal businesses. Come to our neighborhood on the river as much as you can, but especially during our First Friday Art & Studio Stroll. You’ll find many locations open during the event including artist studios, restaurants, and businesses featuring art events – including exhibitions, readings, and performances.

THE SEASON
During the 2026 season, the LWC District First Friday will be happening every other month, 5:30pm – 8:30pm!
April 3
June 5
August 7
October 2
December 4
More information about First Friday may be found at The Live-Work-Create GC Facebook Page.

The TGIF Concert Series Present: Lo-FI On stage from 6:30 to 9:30
Opening music starts at 5:30
Brundage Mountain’s grassy, green base-area amphitheater provides plenty of room to spread out while you enjoy the fresh air and sounds of summer!

Friday concerts are FREE, no tickets are necessary. (Please note: No outside food or beverage is allowed in the concert venue.

Food & Refreshments:
An outdoor bar and snack shack will be conveniently located on the plaza. For those looking for a full meal, Smoky’s Bar & Grill will offer extended hours with full menu offerings. Order it ‘to go’ and take it to your spot on the lawn. Seating on the Smoky’s deck is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

We are so thrilled to announce our returning to Lloyd Square Park in the heart of Downtown Nampa for the 37th season at the multi-award winning Nampa Farmers Market! EverySaturday from 9am until 130pm, Rain or Shine, april through November, we'll be here to bring you the best music, the best local produce, and the best locally made goods the Treasure Valley has to offer! With over 270 vendors on our roster in 2025, and Online Ordering Year Round, we anticipate our 2026 season to bring even more incredible local artisans, food vendors, craft vendors, farmers, or ranchers. Our Soft Opening is April 4, Grand Opening is April 18, and we'll be open later hours duing our WInter Wonderland for the entire month of November. Be sure to check out all the goodness that the Treasure Valley has to offer! This is our Happy Place! Head to nampafarmersmarket.com and check it out today!

📅 When: Saturdays, 9:00 AM – 1:30 PM (Mid-April through Mid-October)

📍 Where: Meridian City Hall Plaza

Come support local artists, food producers, musicians, and food trucks! Bring the whole family (including your pets!) to also enjoy family games, shady seating, and the Meridian Library Bookmobile.

👉 Get Involved: Visit us at www.meridianmainstreetmarket.com for vendor, volunteer, and sponsorship opportunities.

Idaho's original, largest and oldest outdoor Farmer's Market! Every Saturday, April - December. Shop local, eat local, and experience Idaho at the Capital City Public Market! Every Saturday, you can meet the producers themselves and feel confident you are buying from someone who actually knows the product they sell. We are open from mid-April to mid-December, and are proud to provide locals and tourists alike the chance to eat fresh, shop small, and experience dynamic Downtown Boise

Discover what makes downtown Boise truly one of a kind on WalkAbout Boise, a 90-minute guided walking tour exploring 150 years of history, architecture, and the people who shaped the city. Perfect for visitors and locals alike, this tour brings Boise’s past to life through its streets, stories, and standout buildings.