Community Calendar

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!

The Boise Women’s Art Group is a monthly, in-person gathering created for women who want a welcoming, supportive space to explore creativity, connection, and self-expression through art. No pressure. No judgment. Let’s create something meaningful together!

DATE: February 12, 2026

TIME: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

COST: $32.00 per person

LOCATION: Art Source Gallery, 1516 W Grove Street, Boise, Idaho

DETAILS:

- Come meet your community with an in-person guided art project with an amazing group of women.
- Collage and paint a wood panel utilizing provided vintage papers and acrylic paints. All art materials included.
- Snacks and non-alcoholic drinks provided.

DO YOU HAVE A QUESTION?: If you have a question about the group, art activity or anything else, feel free to email Danica Factor at danica@danicafactorart.com.

ABOUT YOUR HOST:

Danica Factor is a local artist based in the Boise area. Her artist journey began in 2018. She started an art practice as a way to heal from childhood emotional trauma and found a deep love for creativity and helping others find their way back to themselves through art.

Danica has showcased her work at a number of art shows in Idaho and is a member of the Art Source Gallery. Her work has also been featured in Arts to Hearts Magazine, Art & Soul of the Magic Valley, the local Channel 7 News and shown at countless exhibits across the state.

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!

**Eagle Plein Air Festival**
**October 3–10, 2026 | Eagle, Idaho**

Experience Idaho through the eyes of more than 80 artists during the 12th Annual Eagle Plein Air Festival. For one exciting week, artists will paint outdoors throughout Eagle, Boise and the surrounding Treasure Valley, capturing the beauty and character of Southwest Idaho.

The community is invited to watch artists paint, meet the painters, enjoy **free demonstrations and lessons**, and experience the excitement of the **Quick Draw Challenge** in downtown Eagle. Visitors can also explore the **Nocturnal Paint Outs** and discover artists working in unexpected locations.

The week culminates with an **Awards Reception & Art Showcase** and the **Festival Show & Sale**, where visitors can view and purchase original paintings created during the festival.

Whether you're an artist, art lover, collector or simply curious, the Eagle Plein Air Festival is a wonderful way to experience **art, adventure and community** in Eagle.

**Free and open to the public.**

This ongoing class is designed for entry-level and experienced students alike, looking for more practice time on the pottery wheel. Experienced clay instructor, Casey Gurr, will offer guided, small-group instruction for anyone interested in learning the basics of throwing on the pottery wheel. More advanced students are welcome to use this time to practice what they already know and try new tricks! After creating about 1-3 pieces, we will dry and fire their pieces for them. Most pieces are ready for pickup in 2-3 weeks.

Mega-bestselling author of The Fault in our Stars, The Anthropocene Reviewed, and many others, kicks off Readings & Conversations to talk about his forthcoming book - his first-ever novel written for adults.

The event will be on Friday, October 9, 2026, at 8:00 PM (doors at 7:00 PM) at The Morrison Center, 2201 West Cesar Chavez Lane, Boise, Idaho, 83725

This event is part of The Cabin’s 2026-27 Readings & Conversations series.

Includes a hardcover copy of Green’s forthcoming novel, Hollywood, Ending!

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.

Explore how your existing skills and creative mindset can help you become a successful engineer or computer scientist! World-Changers in Engineering (WIE) Day is a free workshop for 5th through 12th grade students designed to help you learn how engineers work together to help people, solve problems and change the world.

Saturday, October 10, 2026
Idaho Central Credit Union (ICCU) Arena on the Moscow, Idaho, campus

Learn more and register at https://www.uidaho.edu/engineering/news-events/world-changers.

Spend the day with the U of I College of Engineering!
 HIGH SCHOOL JUNIORS AND SENIORS EARN A $500 SCHOLARSHIP toward a U of I undergraduate degree in engineering.
 GAIN CAREER INFO and insight into the many engineering degree paths at U of I.
 ENGAGE WITH CURRENT STUDENTS, FACULTY & INDUSTRY LEADERS through group discussions, activities and more.
 TOUR LABS AND LEARNING SPACES and learn about student life at U of I!

Learn more at https://www.uidaho.edu/engineering/news-events/world-changers.

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