Community Calendar

We can all use some ooey-gooey cheesy goodness accompanied with a cold cider!
Local food trucks will be providing multiple varieties of grilled goodness and Meriwether will be freely pouring all the cidery gold!

Each August, Donnelly comes alive with the sweet scent of summer and the unmistakable spirit of small-town celebration during the annual Huckleberry Festival. This beloved tradition brings together locals and visitors to honor the iconic wild berry that dots our surrounding hillsides.

For years, the festival has been a highlight of the season, offering a full weekend of fun for all ages. Visitors can enjoy a vibrant parade down Main Street, browse artisan vendor booths, and sample an irresistible array of huckleberry treats.

The festivities also include live music, a community breakfast, a spirited fun run, kids’ games and activities, and plenty of opportunities to connect with friends old and new. The Huckleberry Festival is the perfect way to celebrate what makes our community so special.

Come get an outline on writing your book!

This class is an overview of the timeline or checklist from the moment a person thinks "So, I have this idea for a book..." to the moment they say "I'm published!"

https://www.mld.org/event/writing-trail-head-trail-guide-getting-your-book-written-49257

Each August, Donnelly comes alive with the sweet scent of summer and the unmistakable spirit of small-town celebration during the annual Huckleberry Festival. This beloved tradition brings together locals and visitors to honor the iconic wild berry that dots our surrounding hillsides.

For years, the festival has been a highlight of the season, offering a full weekend of fun for all ages. Visitors can enjoy a vibrant parade down Main Street, browse artisan vendor booths, and sample an irresistible array of huckleberry treats.

The festivities also include live music, a community breakfast, a spirited fun run, kids’ games and activities, and plenty of opportunities to connect with friends old and new. The Huckleberry Festival is the perfect way to celebrate what makes our community so special.

The most Spud-tacular roller derby event of the year!
Join us for two days of high-energy roller derby action at Expo Idaho! This exciting tournament features regional teams competing in both Championship and Yukon Gold divisions.

**When:** September 20-21, 2025
**Where:** Expo Idaho, Boise
**Time:** Doors open 9 AM both days, first games at 10 AM

**Day 1 Schedule:**
- 10 AM: TVRD All Stars vs. Rage City (Championship Division)
- 12 PM: Coyote Country Palouse River Rollers vs. FoCo Roller Derby (Championship Division)
- 2 PM: TVRD Boise River Rollers vs. Sacramento Bruin Trouble (Yukon Gold Division)
- Championship bracket continues with Games 4 & 5 based on early results

**Day 2 Schedule:**
- Games at 10 AM, 12 PM, 3 PM (Championship Final), and 5 PM
- Doors open at 9 AM

Watch skilled athletes on roller skates compete in this fast-paced, strategic sport that's fun for all ages. Experience lightning-fast gameplay, impressive athleticism, and an electric atmosphere.

**Special Community Offer:** Use code "communityspuds" to get a 2-day pass for the price of a 1-day ticket!

Tickets available at https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/6685472
For more information, visit https://tvrderby.com/spudtown-knockdown

All ages welcome. Concessions available. Free Parking. Accessible Venue.

Join us for WalkAbout Boise — a 1.5-hour guided walking tour through 150 years of history and architecture. Let us introduce you to the built environment that makes downtown Boise like no other place. This tour is great for visitors and for Idaho residents who want to learn more about how Boise's vibrant downtown developed and the people who made it happen. *Please register online or by phone. We meet at the bench in front of the Basque Museum. These walking tours will be held rain or shine, so please plan and dress accordingly with comfortable walking shoes, sunscreen, an umbrella if needed for sun or rain, and a bottle of water. They will start promptly at 10 am and end around 11:30 pm, beginning and ending in front of the Basque Museum on Grove Street downtown Boise. Walking Tour highlights include: -Downtown's evolution from gold rush boomtown, through urban renewal decline, and 21st century revitalization -The oldest and newest buildings downtown, spanning 150 years of construction -Buildings associated with Boise’s historic Basque, German, Jewish, and Chinese communities -The Idaho State Capitol and Boise City Hall -Buildings designed by early pioneers and nationally known master architects -The Egyptian Theater

Each August, Donnelly comes alive with the sweet scent of summer and the unmistakable spirit of small-town celebration during the annual Huckleberry Festival. This beloved tradition brings together locals and visitors to honor the iconic wild berry that dots our surrounding hillsides.

For years, the festival has been a highlight of the season, offering a full weekend of fun for all ages. Visitors can enjoy a vibrant parade down Main Street, browse artisan vendor booths, and sample an irresistible array of huckleberry treats.

The festivities also include live music, a community breakfast, a spirited fun run, kids’ games and activities, and plenty of opportunities to connect with friends old and new. The Huckleberry Festival is the perfect way to celebrate what makes our community so special.

Enjoy farm fresh produce and support local farmers twice a week during summers in McCall, Idaho!

Bug Day offers a variety of bug-themed booths and activities that
will captivate young minds and ignite their curiosity. From
interactive exhibits to hands-on learning, there's something
for everyone to enjoy. Food trucks offer a delectable selection of bites and beverages, with something to satisfy every craving and keep everyone energized throughout the day. Bug-themed fun awaits!

Tickets
Adults: $15
Member Adult: $12
Youth (3-12): $12

Get tickets and learn more: https://www.idahobotanicalgarden.org/event/bug-day/