Community Calendar

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.

This free 10-week course provides a place for families to come together in a peer support setting to learn and grow. Families will be provided dinner with each class and children participate in parallel programming so that the family is growing and learning to be more resilient TOGETHER! Our courses are free of charge! To enroll, please email enroll@familyadvocates.org - subject line: Family Resiliency Course In-Person.

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

Nations United is excited to announce our Summer Soccer Camp coming to AC Boise Stadium at Expo Idaho this August! Brought to you by Nations United, this camp is an exciting opportunity for Boise-area players to experience top-level coaching and development. Register today and secure your spot before they're gone — with only 50 slots available, spaces will fill fast. Open to players ages 7-12 of all ability levels, this 4-day camp offers a fun, high-energy environment focused on developing the skills every young player needs. Athletes will enjoy dedicated coaching, skill-building drills, and a love for the beautiful game — all while making memories that last a lifetime. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity this summer!

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.

This six-week introductory nature journaling workshop for adults will meet on certain Wednesday mornings at the Garden City Library from July 1 to September 16, 2026.

Please be available to attend all 6 classes

Each 1.5 hour session will include instruction indoors, followed by outdoor sketching, writing, and recording about nature observations and explanations, then indoor/outdoor sharing of experiences. The classes are designed to enhance nature connection and build a community of nature journalers.

The first class will include an introduction to phenology wheels, a creative way to document seasonal changes. Additional sessions will include an introduction to nature journaling techniques, and then a focus each week on using words, pictures, and numbers on your journal pages.

Participants will be encouraged to focus on one of the five senses (seeing, hearing, smelling, touching) each week too, as well as considering their experience of birds, flowers, insects, and trees. The last class will end in a celebratory conclusion while enjoying the final sense (tasting!).

The course is suitable for adults and seniors of all skill levels. Please commit to attending all six classes if you register.

You don't need to be an artist or a naturalist to begin - you can learn nature journaling and practice these skills anywhere, anytime - and develop your own personal style over time. Let's get started!

The class is limited to 10 participants to ensure maximum attention. Some supplies will be provided (sketchbook, pens and colored pencils) but you are also welcome to bring your own. Handouts will be provided, as well as additional resources. 

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!

Nations United is excited to announce our Summer Soccer Camp coming to AC Boise Stadium at Expo Idaho this August! Brought to you by Nations United, this camp is an exciting opportunity for Boise-area players to experience top-level coaching and development. Register today and secure your spot before they're gone — with only 50 slots available, spaces will fill fast. Open to players ages 7-12 of all ability levels, this 4-day camp offers a fun, high-energy environment focused on developing the skills every young player needs. Athletes will enjoy dedicated coaching, skill-building drills, and a love for the beautiful game — all while making memories that last a lifetime. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity this summer!

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.