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Mar 29, 2023 - Apr 02, 2023
Sun Valley Film Festival

When: March 29, 2023 – April 2, 2023 all-day

Where: Sun Valley, ID – Various locations

Returning for its 12th year, SVFF kicks off another five days of Films, Coffee Talks, Parties and more. SVFF supports independent film and the magic of storytelling. It’s mission to celebrate and award filmmakers who are established and emerging has earned the Festival accolades by the film industry, film festival goers, film lovers, and filmmakers. The year-round Sun Valley Film Initiative develops professionals and illuminates the process of filmmaking, propelling emerging voices with grants and education. Since 2012 the Sun Valley Film Festival has invited fans and filmmakers to America’s first ski resort to celebrate the magic of storytelling. In the past, Festival guests include Hollywood legends such as Gwyneth Paltrow, Clint Eastwood, Jodie Foster, Geena Davis, and Oliver Stone as well as avant-garde writers and filmmakers like Stephen Gaghan and Mark and Jay Duplass. With over 4,000 yearly attendees, SVFF has become known as the Festival for Filmmakers. The Sun Valley Film Festival is a 501(c)(3) non-profit. To support and learn more about SVFF opportunities, visit sunvalleyfilmfestival.org 2023 Films | 2023 Schedule | Buy Passes Honorees WILD LIFE Wednesday, March 29th 5pm at The Argyros KING COAL Friday, March 31st 3:30pm at The Argyros DEEP RISING Saturday, April 1st 2:00pm at …

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Apr 01, 2023 - Apr 05, 2023
U.S Alpine Championships

When: April 1, 2023 – April 5, 2023 all-day

Where: Warm Springs Lodge, 201 Picabo St, Ketchum, ID 83340, USA

Sun Valley Resort is excited to host the Toyota U.S. Alpine Championships presented by Stifel kicking off April 2 and welcoming elite and next-generation ski racers vying for spots on the Stifel U.S. Alpine Ski Team. The racing event, which runs April 2-5, is the final competition on the hotly contended US national ski racing circuit and is the culmination of a season-long showcase of the best of the best in US ski racing athleticism. Saturday starts the week of events with training opportunities for racers and a sponsor village and live apres music in Warm Springs Plaza. Sunday, April 2, the racing kicks off with men’s and women’s super-G followed by Clicquot in the Snow Party at Warm Springs and the Opening Ceremony at Town Square in Ketchum featuring a Parade of Athletes and a free concert by Lowdown Brass Band. Men’s and women’s slalom will run on Monday, April 3, women’s giant slalom on Tuesday, April 4, and men’s giant slalom on Wednesday, April 5; each day’s races will be followed by awards and live music in the Warm Springs Plaza. The event is free to attend and spectators are welcome to join. SATURDAY, APRIL 1 Super G …

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Jun 20, 2023 - Jun 23, 2023
Sun Valley Forum

When: June 20, 2023 – June 23, 2023 all-day

Where: TBD

The Multiplier Effect: Partnering to Accelerate Climate Solutions.

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Jun 26, 2023 - Jun 30, 2023
Sun Valley Wine Auction

When: June 26, 2023 – June 30, 2023 all-day

Where: Various Locations

42nd Annual Sun Valley Wine Auction. A celebration of wine, A benefit for the arts. 2023 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Patron and Vintner registration opens Monday, June 26 at SVMoA Tuesday, June 27 Pig Roast & Paddle Up Wednesday, June 28 SCOUT Symposia Wine Maker Dinners Thursday, June 29 SCOUT Symposia Wine Maker Dinners Friday, June 30 River Ranch Wine Walk

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Jul 01, 2023 - Jul 02, 2023
Ballet Sun Valley

When: July 1, 2023 – July 2, 2023 all-day

Where: Sun Valley Pavilion, 300 Dollar Rd, Sun Valley, ID 83353, USA

Ballet Sun Valley presents the debut of world-renowned Dutch National Ballet (DNB) led by Artistic Director Ted Brandsen, July 1st and 2nd at 7 pm in the Sun Valley Pavilion. This is Dutch National Ballet’s first tour to the United States in 40 years and Sun Valley is the first stop! The tour continues with performances on the East Coast and at The Music Center at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion in Los Angeles. Over the past 60 years Dutch National Ballet evolved into a world renowned ballet company with the New York Times ranking the company in the top five in the world. DNB is also one of the largest ballet companies in Europe. Tickets on sale now at balletsunvalley.org

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Jul 14, 2023 - Jul 16, 2023
Ketchum Arts Festival

When: July 14, 2023 – July 16, 2023 all-day

Where: Festival Meadows, Festival Meadows, Sun Valley, ID 83353, USA

Ketchum Arts Festival is an annual celebration of Idaho art in the shadow of Sun Valley’s Baldy Mountain. Take a breather from your busy summer schedule and spend some time sampling great food and beer, and perusing the creative output of more than 100 Idaho artists. The kiddos will enjoy free activities in a special area while the folks can shop. Even Fido can visit with her friends (from the safety of a leash). Festival Meadow is easily accessed from the Bitterroot stop of the free Mountain Rides Blue Route bus or with a short stroll from Ketchum or Sun Valley on the bike path. More information can be found at www.ketchumartsfestival.com or Facebook/KetchumArtsFestival. Free admission. More info: www.ketchumartsfestival.com

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Jul 20, 2023 - Jul 22, 2023
Sun Valley Tour de Force

When: July 20, 2023 – July 22, 2023 all-day

Where: Various Locations

The 6th Annual Sun Valley Tour de Force on July 20-22, 2023 is a weekend of epic proportions for car lovers of all ages. Eight events take place over the course of three days. The signature event of the weekend is the ‘NO SPEED LIMIT’ high speed runs at Phantom Hill. Located in the heart of the Sawtooth National Recreation Area, 3.2 miles of state highway becomes a no-speed limit zone. For one day only, drivers are allowed to put their machines to the ultimate test. In 2019, all previously recorded speed records were broken when a Bugatti Chiron hit 253.01mph. This is truly an experience of a lifetime. Additional weekend events include scenic drives, SVTdF Car Show at Festival Meadows, hosted sponsor events and our fundraiser; Cars & Comedy. With the stunning backdrop of Sun Valley, Idaho, this is a weekend not to be missed. The SVTdF Car Show is a highly anticipated event with supercars, classics, and collectibles on display. Both participants of the SVTdF high-speed event as well as any proud collector are welcome to participate. Approximately 150 cars are invited to enter the Show. This event offers a chance for spectators to check out sponsor cars, purchase …

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Jul 22, 2023 - Jul 24, 2023
Sun Valley Writers’ Conference

When: July 22, 2023 – July 24, 2023 all-day

Where: Sun Valley Pavilion, 300 Dollar Rd, Sun Valley, ID 83353, USA

With five Pulitzer Prize winners, two National Book Award finalists, six “New York Times” bestsellers, and a former U.S. Poet Laureate, the 2023 Sun Valley Writers’ Conference (SVWC) will feature “the strongest literary list we’ve ever had,” according to SVWC Literary Director John Burnham Schwartz. Now celebrating its 29th year, SVWC 2023 will be held Saturday, July 22 through Monday, July 24 at the stunning Sun Valley Resort and Pavilion. For three days, some of the country’s—and the world’s—best writers and thinkers, including fiction and nonfiction writers, journalists, policymakers, and poets will descend upon the small town of Sun Valley, Idaho. This year, the all-star line-up will include Abraham Verghese, Tracy K. Smith, Ezra Klein, Anne Applebaum, Dave Barry, Ed Yong, Javier Zamora, Jennifer Homans, Curtis Sittenfeld, and many more! Passes on sale February 16. This year, we will be offering a Full Conference Pass ($1,100) and a half-price Next Generation Pass for those 35 and under ($550). Stay tuned for more information about single event tickets ($35 each), free community speakers, free livestreaming, free Pavilion lawn talks, and more. If you haven’t already, join our email list for important updates at svwc.com/subscribe.

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Jul 30, 2023 - Aug 24, 2023
Sun Valley Music Festival

When: July 30, 2023 – August 24, 2023 all-day

Where: Sun Valley Pavilion, 300 Dollar Road, Sun Valley, Idaho, 83353, United States

Save the dates for summer 2023: July 30 – August 24. The Sun Valley Music Festival’s 39th Summer Season presents a star-studded lineup of guest artists for over three weeks of free concerts in the beautiful, natural surroundings of Sun Valley, Idaho. Pianists Yefim Bronfman and Orli Shaham, mezzo-soprano Sasha Cooke, and violinist Augustin Hadelich will headline concerts featuring works by Schumann, Ravel, Mahler, and Tchaikovsky. Other programs include works by contemporary American composers including Mason Bates, Michael Abels, and Michael Tilson Thomas. For a very special Pops Night, Stéphane Denève, Music Director of the St. Louis Symphony, will lead the Festival Orchestra in an evening of the music of John Williams. Major orchestral repertoire will include Mahler’s Symphony No. 5 (the season finale) and Stravinsky’s Rite of Spring. The annual fundraising Gala Concert will take place on August 8 (details will be released in mid-February). The concerts are free (except for the Gala), and available for everyone to enjoy at the Sun Valley Pavilion, whether inside or on the big lawn. About Sun Valley Music Festival The Sun Valley Music Festival’s mission is to enrich, inspire, and instill in our community a lifelong love of classical music through extraordinary, …

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Aug 11, 2023 - Aug 13, 2023
Sun Valley Arts & Crafts Festival

When: August 11, 2023 – August 13, 2023 all-day

Where: Atkinson Park, 900 3rd Avenue, Ketchum, Idaho, 83340, United States

This summer we celebrate the 54th edition of the popular Sun Valley Arts & Crafts Festival. Join us in beautiful Atkinson Park just off Main Street in Ketchum as we welcome 132 professional artists and craftspeople from 27 different states to the Wood River Valley. This Festival is a juried, outdoor, fine arts show that includes world-class artwork in categories such as painting, sculpture, ceramics, photography, woodwork, metalwork, jewelry and more. The rigorous jury process used to select artists ensures the residents and visitors to the Festival will see truly exceptional work in all different categories. This Festival also has food trucks, a picnic area, live music, and a kids’ activity area. It is completely free and open to the public. Hours Friday: 10am – 5pm Saturday: 10am – 5pm Sunday: 10am – 4pm

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Aug 31, 2023 - Sep 03, 2023
Rebecca’s Private Idaho

When: August 31, 2023 – September 3, 2023 all-day

Where: Various Locations

Registration for Rebecca’s Private Idaho 2023 is open, so register now to secure your spot! Already registered? Then it’s time to check out RPI BaseCamp to ensure you have the ride of your life! RPI BaseCamp is an eight-week, customized training program catered to the distance you’re racing and your fitness level. This full spectrum performance program is designed by my world-class coach, Tim Cusick, and includes customized training, a nutrition plan by Dr. Namrita Brooke, and the opportunity to train right alongside me and our tight-knit community. We train together, motivate each other and elevate our performance as a team. RPI BaseCamp registration is now open and this is your ticket to your best performance in Idaho! RPI BaseCamp sells out every year, so register now or save your spot for just $25!

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Oct 04, 2023 - Oct 08, 2023
27th Annual Trailing of the Sheep Festival

When: October 4, 2023 – October 8, 2023 all-day

Where: Various Locations

Sheep have been trailing through the Wood River Valley of Idaho for well over a century and are an integral part of Idaho’s heritage. The iconic Trailing of the Sheep Festival celebrates the sheep, herders, history, and food, of this unique cultural tradition, with the event recognized as one of the “Top Ten Fall Festivals in the World” by msn.com. Each fall, the Trailing of the Sheep Festival honors the 150+ year annual tradition of moving sheep (‘trailing’) from high mountain summer pastures down through the Valley to traditional winter grazing and lambing areas in the south. This annual migration is living history and the focus of a unique and authentic Festival that celebrates the people, arts, cultures, and traditions of Idaho’s sheep ranching families, highlighting the principal contributors – the Basques, Scottish and Peruvians. The five-day Festival includes nonstop activities in multiple venues – history, folk arts, a Sheep Folklife Fair, lamb culinary offerings, a Wool Festival with classes and workshops, music, dance, storytelling, championship Sheepdog Trials and, the always entertaining, Big Sheep Parade with 1,500 sheep hoofing it down Main Street in Ketchum. Save the Dates for next year’s Trailing of the Sheep Festival: October 4 – 8, 2023! …

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Oct 18, 2023 - Oct 22, 2023
Sun Valley Jazz and Music Festival

When: October 18, 2023 – October 22, 2023 all-day

Where: Sun Valley Resort, 1 Sun Valley Rd, Sun Valley, ID 83353, USA

Sun Valley Jazz and Music Festival Five days. Forty Bands. One Million Smiles Attendees from all fifty states, every Canadian province, and several foreign countries gather each October to celebrate live performances of America’s music. The Sun Valley Jazz & Music Festival was birthed out of a love and appreciation for jazz music by Tom & Barbara Hazzard and is held mid-October each year in Sun Valley, ID. Become One of the Thousands of Jazz Fans Who Have Been Delighted Since 1990! This experience of telling the story of “American” music is our passion. Amazing isn’t it? We all get to be part of this history while it’s still in the making. The names that ring through eternity—Armstrong, Ellington, Fitzgerald, Beiderbecke, Goodman, Holliday, Basie, Shaw, Miller, and so many more—have created a legacy of delight that lives on through those of us who participate in this jazz festival. The history of this music echoes the history of twentieth century America. This jazz event is held this year because of your continued support and encouragement. You tell people how much fun it is and that they need to come to Sun Valley. It continues because people have a heart to support the event and …

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The Amazing World of Native Bees

Hailey Public Library

Mar 23 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm

5:30 pm

Hailey Public Library will buzz into spring with a free talk about ‘The Amazing World of Native Bees’ with educator and forester Linda Ries on Thursday, March 23, 5:30-7:00 PM at Town Center West. The talk is co-sponsored with the Wood River Chapter of the Idaho Native Plant Society. Native bees are a primary pollinator for agricultural crops. However, these fascinating creatures are in decline all over the United States as a result of loss of habitat, toxins and disease. The good news is that there’s much we can do in our own backyards to help them out. But first we need to learn more about the unique natural history and lifestyle of the species who live here.

“The Torqued Man” A Conversation with Peter Mann

The Community Library

Mar 23 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

6:00 pm

Join The Community Library for a conversation with Peter Mann, Writer-In-Residence at the Hemingway House and author of “The Torqued Man”: a brilliant debut novel, at once teasing literary thriller and a darkly comic blend of history and invention, set in wartime Berlin and propelled by two very different but equally mesmerizing voices: a German spy handler and his Irish secret agent, neither of whom are quite what they seem. Named one of the Best Books of 2022 by The New Yorker. Mann will be in conversation with the Library’s executive director, Jenny Emery Davidson. A book signing will follow. Berlin—September, 1945. Two manuscripts are found in rubble, each one narrating conflicting versions of the life of an Irish spy during the war. One of them is the journal of a German military intelligence officer and an anti-Nazi cowed into silence named Adrian de Groot, charting his relationship with his agent, friend, and sometimes lover, an Irishman named Frank Pike. In De Groot’s narrative, Pike is a charismatic IRA fighter sprung from prison in Spain to assist with the planned German invasion of Britain, but who never gets the chance to consummate his deal with the devil. Meanwhile, the other ...

English Tutoring

Hailey Public Library/Town Center West

Mar 24 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm

5:00 pm

Free one-on-one or small group tutoring for native Spanish speakers. Participants can ask for help on a particular topic, for example to practice numbers, or come simply to engage in conversation at any level. Town Center West

Tutoría de Ingles

Hailey Public Library/Town Center West

Mar 24 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm

5:00 pm

Tutoría gratuita individual o en grupos pequeños para hablantes nativos de español. Los participantes pueden pedir ayuda sobre un tema en particular, por ejemplo, practicar números, o simplemente acudir para entablar una conversación a cualquier nivel. Town Center West. Viernes, a partir del 13 de enero; 5:00-6:00 PM

Conversacion de Ingles

Hailey Public Library/Town Center West

Mar 24 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

6:00 pm

Inglés conversacional con el tutor Leonardo Padilla Sacha es los viernes de 6:00 a 7:30 PM. Esta es una clase gratis para hablantes nativos de español de todos los niveles en un ambiente estructurado pero informal. Habra hablantes nativos de ingles disponibles para ayudar. “Drop-ins” bienvenidos, no hay necesidad de registrarse con anticipation. Las classes son en Town Center West (atras de la biblioteca de Hailey).

Conversational English

Hailey Public Library/Town Center West

Mar 24 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

6:00 pm

Conversational English with tutor Leonardo Padilla Sacha is Fridays, 6:00-7:30 PM. A free class for native Spanish speakers of all abilities in a structured but informal atmosphere. Native English speakers are also on hand to assist. Drop-ins welcomed. Free. Town Center West

Neighborly Spanish

Hailey Public Library/Town Center West

Mar 27 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

12:00 pm

The Hailey Public Library is launching Neighborly Spanish, a free 6-week class taught on Mondays by retired local teacher Jim King. The class will offer basic Spanish language skills seasoned with a little history and culture. Enrollment limited to 20. Registration required to [email protected] Town Center West.

“I Know Who You Are”: DNA Sleuthing with Barbara-Rae Venter

The Community Library

Mar 28 @ 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm

5:30 pm

For twelve years the Golden State Killer terrorized California, stalking victims and killing without remorse. Then he simply disappeared, for the next forty-four years, until an amateur DNA sleuth opened her laptop. In “I Know Who You Are: How An Amateur DNA Sleuth Unmasked The Golden State Killer And Changed Crime Fighting Forever,” Barbara Rae-Venter reveals how she went from researching her family history as a retiree to hunting for a notorious serial killer—and how she became the nation’s leading authority on investigative genetic genealogy, the most dazzling new crime-fighting weapon to appear in decades. Rae-Venter leads readers on a vivid journey through the many cases she tackled, often starting with little more than a DNA sample. From the first criminal case she ever solved to the search for the Golden State Killer, Rae-Venter shares haunting, often thrilling accounts of how she helped solve some of America’s most chilling cold cases in the span of just three years. “I Know Who You Are” captures both the exhilaration of the moment of discovery and the sheer depth of emotion that lingers around cold cases, informing Rae-Venter’s careful approach to her work. It is a story of relentless curiosity, of constant invention ...

English Tutoring

Hailey Public Library/Town Center West

Mar 31 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm

5:00 pm

Free one-on-one or small group tutoring for native Spanish speakers. Participants can ask for help on a particular topic, for example to practice numbers, or come simply to engage in conversation at any level. Town Center West

Tutoría de Ingles

Hailey Public Library/Town Center West

Mar 31 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm

5:00 pm

Tutoría gratuita individual o en grupos pequeños para hablantes nativos de español. Los participantes pueden pedir ayuda sobre un tema en particular, por ejemplo, practicar números, o simplemente acudir para entablar una conversación a cualquier nivel. Town Center West. Viernes, a partir del 13 de enero; 5:00-6:00 PM

Conversacion de Ingles

Hailey Public Library/Town Center West

Mar 31 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

6:00 pm

Inglés conversacional con el tutor Leonardo Padilla Sacha es los viernes de 6:00 a 7:30 PM. Esta es una clase gratis para hablantes nativos de español de todos los niveles en un ambiente estructurado pero informal. Habra hablantes nativos de ingles disponibles para ayudar. “Drop-ins” bienvenidos, no hay necesidad de registrarse con anticipation. Las classes son en Town Center West (atras de la biblioteca de Hailey).

Conversational English

Hailey Public Library/Town Center West

Mar 31 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

6:00 pm

Conversational English with tutor Leonardo Padilla Sacha is Fridays, 6:00-7:30 PM. A free class for native Spanish speakers of all abilities in a structured but informal atmosphere. Native English speakers are also on hand to assist. Drop-ins welcomed. Free. Town Center West

Neighborly Spanish

Hailey Public Library/Town Center West

Apr 3 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

12:00 pm

The Hailey Public Library is launching Neighborly Spanish, a free 6-week class taught on Mondays by retired local teacher Jim King. The class will offer basic Spanish language skills seasoned with a little history and culture. Enrollment limited to 20. Registration required to [email protected] Town Center West.

Parlor in the Round

The Argyros

Apr 7 @ 7:30 pm – 7:30 pm

7:30 pm

Created in Alaska, and as unique as that state is, Parlor in the Round is an evening of storytelling and creativity from musicians including host Keven Worrell who forge songs on stage from audience suggestions. In the first half of the show, songwriters from Idaho and beyond will play their own songs and cover each other’s songs, then, after intermission, the musicians dive into collaborations, jocular inventions and premeditated musings all based on written submissions from the audience. Expect to lean in and laugh out loud at the Parlor.

Navigating Longevity Panel

The Community Library

Apr 20 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

1:00 pm

The Senior Connection’s Aging Friendly Committee presents the Navigating Longevity Speaker Series. Speakers include Dr. Carol Stephens, who will discuss aging and navigating the challenges of dementia, and Ashley Scates, who will provide insights on the legal aspects of aging. Please join us for this presentation with time for questions to follow. Registration recommended.

Learning from Peer Communities: Housing Lessons and Opportunities with Park City, Utah’s Housing Development Manager

The Community Library

Apr 27 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

6:00 pm

In 2017, Jason Glidden launched the Affordable Housing Department of Park City as its first Housing Development Manager, focusing on programs to create affordable housing in the Park City area. He spent the previous decade developing programs and projects that help communities thrive as Park City’s Economic Development and Business Development Manager. Jason holds a master’s in business administration. In many respects, the Park City area is a peer community and as such has similar struggles. Jason will describe these struggles and successes, what makes resort communities’ housing challenges unique, and what solutions and tools work well there. One such solution is deed-restricting housing units to people who live and/or work in the area and by income – which can be accomplished with a range of tools. Other initiatives include public-private partnerships to further housing development, land management code amendments, and a seasonal employee housing program. Jason Glidden will be joined by Carissa Connelly, Housing Director of the City of Ketchum. Ketchum is implementing its year-one Housing Action Plan adopted May 2022, which includes many actions that mirror Park City’s efforts. This program will be livestreamed and available to watch later. In collaboration with the Spur Community Foundation.

Reader’s Corner with Bob Kustra

The Community Library

May 18 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

6:00 pm

Bob Kustra, the host of “Reader’s Corner” on Boise State Public Radio, will join us for an evening to discuss his interviews and their issues and ideas that matter today. “Reader’s Corner” is a weekly radio show and podcast hosted by Boise State University President Emeritus & Professor of Public Service Bob Kustra. The show features lively conversations with leading writers, including many winners of top literary prizes and best-selling authors. Register online to save your seat.

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