Community Calendar

Join Idaho Rivers United, 94.9 The River, and Idaho River Sports for our Annual End of Float Season Cleanup on September 14th!

We're inviting 250 volunteers to join us and help clean a longer stretch of the Boise River, extending from Barber Park to the Garden City Library. Volunteer's efforts will have a massive impact, helping keep the Boise River clean and healthy for all.

This event isn't just a cleanup—it's a party! After all the hard work, stick around for a community celebration and afterparty hosted by 94.9 The River and Idaho River Sports. We'll have vendors, delicious food trucks, refreshing shaved ice, lively music, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, and trash themed games. Plus, as a thank you for your hard work, all volunteers will be entered into a raffle for some great prizes! And that's not all—Idaho River Sports is offering special in-store discounts and discounts on rentals just for volunteers, and they'll be donating 10% of all in-store sales to Idaho Rivers United.

To sign-up and learn more check out our event landing page: https://www.idahorivers.org/end-of-season-float-party

We are a local chapter of an international organization offering peer-to-peer support to heart patients of all types. We offer an educational program speaker at the beginning of each of our chapter meetings. We offer ten chapter meetings a year and our program topics are inspiring and informational.

Enjoy a night of wine, dinner, and live music by Hillfolk Noir. Have fun while also helping to raise funds to provide free legal help to Idahoans in need! Every dollar raised goes toward legal services for survivors of domestic violence, veterans facing homelessness, seniors who’ve been exploited or abused, and other Idaho residents facing civil legal issues without the resources to hire a private attorney. Don’t miss out on this memorable evening!

In partnership with Idaho Volunteer Lawyers Program, get free general legal advice and counsel on topics including family law, landlord/tenant issues, and other civil issues.

Appointment required: https://laserfiche.isb.idaho.gov/Forms/ClinicReg

City of Stories is a fundraiser supporting the Meridian Library District and celebrating the powerful role libraries play in our lives. This year’s theme, Rooted in Stories, honors how stories take root in our communities—nurturing connection, growth, and a sense of belonging. Like plants, stories need care, space to grow, and strong roots—and for many, the Meridian Library is that nurturing place.

Join us for an evening of storytelling, food, and creative bouquet making in book-shaped vases as we celebrate how libraries keep us rooted in community.

City of Stories is a hybrid celebration featuring a ticketed storytelling event on Thursday, September 25 at the historic Tolleth House & Garden in Downtown Meridian, and an online auction running September 22–27. Proceeds will support the launch of MOBI (Mobile Outreach Bus of Ideas)—a Sprinter van transformed into a mobile library that will bring a variety of programs directly to the community at parks, schools, senior centers, and more.

Additionally, the Meridian Library District will offer Rooted in Stories–themed programming throughout the week to celebrate how libraries help us grow, connect, and thrive.

Celebrate stories. Grow community. Support library access for all.

Thrive: Community Wellness Festival

Join us for the 2nd annual of Thrive: Community Wellness Festival, a FREE daylong celebration of all things wellness in the Treasure Valley, hosted by Upward Inertia and Dharma Dr.

Thrive will feature nearly 30 classes, ranging from Yoga, Dance, and Breathwork, to Functional Medicine and Financial Literacy. We'll also have more than 50 local vendors, delicious food trucks, community art projects, face painting, a raffle, and LuluLemon enter-to-win (free!) and the JUMP slides will be open!

The event is free to the public; donations encouraged. All proceeds from this event will support Upward Inertia, a local 501c3 nonprofit working to imrpove the mental, physical, and social-emotional health of Idaho's most marginalized communities, through the use of mind-body based education and intervention.

During the Walk for Apraxia, participants will have an opportunity to celebrate the achievements of those diagnosed with a rare speech disability called childhood apraxia of speech (CAS) and can raise funds supporting the mission of the non-profit, Apraxia Kids. The day will include light activities, a ceremony honoring each registered individual with this diagnosis, and walking to spread awareness. Registration is FREE! All ages and abilities are welcome.

Apraxia Kids develops, sustains, and offers resources crucial to those navigating this diagnosis. Programs include support for making connections and awareness efforts, educational opportunities for families and professionals, support of research, and much more. By joining the Walk, you are making our apraxia community tighter, stronger, and ready for the road ahead.

This workshop will be a combination to refresh your personal branding! You will be able to clean up and update or gain feedback on your resume and LinkedIn page as well as leave with a new headshot.

Resources provided by:

Idaho Department of Labor
Small Business Development Center
Headshots by Madi

Snacks provided, networking encouraged!

https://www.mld.org/event/brand-you-headshot-linkedin-and-resume-refresh-48946

The YMCA Brain Symposium is an educational forum that brings together experts to share insights on maintaining brain health across all life stages. The event features a keynote speaker, professional breakout tracks, and offers continuing education credits for healthcare providers. With media coverage through KTVB, it also provides valuable sponsor visibility, all while equipping attendees with practical strategies to support cognitive function and overall well-being.

In partnership with Idaho Volunteer Lawyers Program, get free general legal advice and counsel on topics including family law, landlord/tenant issues, and other civil issues.