Community Calendar

In her artist statement, Stephanie Orton states: After emerging from a nine month major depressive episode, I created this body of work in response to my mother’s rapid decline from Parkinson’s Disease. September 7th 2025 was her first stroke; and her subsequent death occurred on February 22nd 2026. Studying Revelations per her recommendation, and Genesis, I read Homer’s The Odyssey, and I blasted Ozzy Osborne while creating work in my Boise studio, The Yamada. Using Historical, Biblical, Lunar, and floral iconography, I created the paintings. Allegorical Revelations proclaims a blood moon which happened 02/17/2026, and the lunar eclipse 03/03/2026. It also references angels. While visiting the Dry Creek Cemetery and found a statue of Gabriel which I recreated in oil. Tyrian Purple mixed with Damar varnish, I layered the works with the rarest color which dominates the series. Giving all works an eerie reddish tone, I introduced a new tone to my repertoire, whereas my past works have been subjugated by blues and grays. I scoured stamp collections, photographed the moon phases, amassed vintage postcards and Christian iconography assembling the imagery you will see in the exhibit.

Nuestra Herencia, Nuestra Tierra- is a bilingual, family-friendly event hosted by IHF as part of Latino Conservation Week and our annual El Grito celebration, which kicks off Hispanic Heritage Month. Families will gather at the Idaho Hispanic Community Center for food, cultural performances, music, artisan vendors, and a fun bike rodeo with giveaways and prizes. Make sure to register to attend to join in on all the fun!

📅 September 13 | 13 de septiembre
🕛 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Idaho Hispanic Community Center

Food • Music • Culture • Community • Conservation

Comida • Música • Cultura • Comunidad • Conservación

Come celebrate Nuestra Herencia | Our Heritage with us!

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!

Latino Conservation Week was created to support the Latino community getting into the outdoors and participating in activities to protect our natural resources. Everyone is Welcome!!!

For the first time ever, Idaho Botanical Garden is welcoming a traveling exhibition, transforming pathways, gardens, and gathering spaces into an immersive outdoor adventure. Woodland Wonders features 21 larger-than-life woodland creatures and botanical sculptures, inviting guests of all ages to explore a world of art tucked among the beauty of the Garden.

Wander through the landscape and discover towering foxes, a curious owl, a graceful deer, colorful pollinators, and other whimsical creations inspired by the natural world. Around every bend, you’ll find a new opportunity to pause, look closer, and experience nature through the lens of art.

Lamont Lyons states: When I go out with my camera, I don’t ask myself what can I take a photograph of, but rather what I will be given. Minor White, a noted photographer and teacher, said “One should not only photograph things for what they are, but for what else they are”. Often, I see in my mind’s eye something very different from the ordinary view. I might compose from a different angle; I might imagine it in high contrast black and white or with colors manipulated in unexpected ways. In the end, the photograph becomes something seen differently or ‘for what else it is’. It is a whole in itself. It does not require interpretation of explanation, leaving plenty of room for ambiguity and wonder. As you view each photograph in this exhibition, I invite you to just be there with it. Be still. Live with it a few moments. Perhaps you will feel the joy I felt while making it.

In her artist statement, Stephanie Orton states: After emerging from a nine month major depressive episode, I created this body of work in response to my mother’s rapid decline from Parkinson’s Disease. September 7th 2025 was her first stroke; and her subsequent death occurred on February 22nd 2026. Studying Revelations per her recommendation, and Genesis, I read Homer’s The Odyssey, and I blasted Ozzy Osborne while creating work in my Boise studio, The Yamada. Using Historical, Biblical, Lunar, and floral iconography, I created the paintings. Allegorical Revelations proclaims a blood moon which happened 02/17/2026, and the lunar eclipse 03/03/2026. It also references angels. While visiting the Dry Creek Cemetery and found a statue of Gabriel which I recreated in oil. Tyrian Purple mixed with Damar varnish, I layered the works with the rarest color which dominates the series. Giving all works an eerie reddish tone, I introduced a new tone to my repertoire, whereas my past works have been subjugated by blues and grays. I scoured stamp collections, photographed the moon phases, amassed vintage postcards and Christian iconography assembling the imagery you will see in the exhibit.

Looking for fun things to do in Meridian? Don’t miss the Meridian Monday Night Market at Storey Park, located at 205 E Franklin Road, Meridian, Idaho 83642. Happening every Monday from June 1 through October 5, 2026, from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM, this popular community event is one of the must-visit events in Meridian. Enjoy a lively, family-friendly atmosphere featuring fresh local produce, handcrafted artisan goods, baked treats, refreshing beverages, food trucks, and live entertainment. With convenient access to picnic shelters, a playground, restrooms, and plenty of open space, the market is the perfect place to relax, shop local, and enjoy an evening out with friends and family. Experience the best of Meridian’s local culture, food, and community spirit every Monday night at Storey Park!

The Meridian Monday Night Market is a family-friendly event happening weekly over the summer from June 1st through October 5th (excluding Labor Day) from 4pm-9pm at Storey Park.
The market boasts Idaho farms ready to provide all your grocery needs, as well as a variety of dinner, dessert, and drink options.
Bring the whole family and stay to shop local small businesses, enjoy our happy half hours, and enter to win raffle prizes.
With live music and over 75 vendors to shop from, Monday's are perfect at the park!

Discover your creativity! Improv programs are crafted to enhance essential skills such as quick thinking, adaptability, and effective communication through spontaneous and fun exercises.

Our veteran instructors create a supportive and energetic atmosphere where participants can embrace the unexpected and explore their improvisational abilities. In this course, students will dive into a variety of improv games and scenes, practicing the art of thinking on their feet. This experience will help them sharpen their spontaneity, develop confidence in their creative choices, and build strong connections with their fellow performers.

8 sessions - One hour once a week - Followed by an optional student showcase.

Pricing Philosophy: We believe improv changes lives, and we want our classrooms full to maximize our impact! That is why we offer as many enrollment options as possible. Whether it is through flexible payment arrangements, reduced overall tuition, or finding a creative trade that works for you WE'VE GOT YOUR BACK. Please don't hesitate to reach out if you have questions.

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Price:
Resigration: USD 165.00

Category: Kids / Family | Classes

Date and Time: 14th September 2026 at 5:45 pm to 6:45 pm

Venue details: The Green Room, 5420 West Franklin Road #A1, Boise, Idaho, 83705, United States