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Intertwined: Weaving in Community
Sun Valley Museum of ArtIntertwined: Weaving in Community examines traditional weaving as a platform for social practice and activism. The exhibition features artwork by Portland-based artist Sara Siestreem (Hanis Coos), Los Angeles-based artist Tanya Aguiñiga, and AMBOS (Art Made Between Opposite Sides), a collective Aguiñiga founded in 2016. The exhibition also includes a community-based artwork emerging from workshops AMBOS is conducting in the Wood River Valley in April. Visitors to the Museum are invited to contribute to the artwork as it grows over the course of the exhibition.
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Mother’s Day Mimosa & Paint
Sawtooth Botanical GardenTreat mom to a morning out! We will create our own masterpieces while enjoying mimosas in our beautiful garden! Price includes all your materials and your choice of mimosa from our mimosa bar! Anyone consuming alcohol must be 21.
A Night at the Movies
WRHS Performing ArtsTheater, Community CampusJoin the Wood River Orchestra this Mother's Day for a program of music from modern Hollywood classics, including Star Wars, Harry Potter, the Lord of the Rings, Pirates of the Caribbean, Indiana Jones, James Bond and more! Admission is free as always, and the concert starts at 4pm at the Wood River High School Performing Arts Theater in the Hailey Community Campus.
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Bug Zoo School Field Trips & Self Guided Tours
Sawtooth Botanical GardenSchool field trips and self guided tours are available May 14th to 17th from 9:00am - 2:00pm. $3.00 per student. To donate, volunteer or schedule a field trip, please email Racheal@sbgarden.org or call (208) 726-9358.
Visit Sun Valley’s Summer Connection Event
Limelight HotelJoin us for a brief presentation on what to expect for the season ahead followed by networking with other businesses, organizations and community members. Free pizza and 1 drink ticket will be provided. Limelight Hotel Patio.
SVMoA Educator Evenings
Sun Valley Museum of ArtJoin educators, visiting artists, and Museum staff for in-person and virtual presentations, discussion, and activity based on current exhibitions at SVMoA and connections to the National Core Arts Standards and Idaho Content Standards. Develop curricular connections and gain tools, strategies, and thinking routines for integrating art and objects into everyday classroom learning. Participate in a professional learning community of supportive and reflective educational practitioners. ABOUT SVMOA EDUCATOR EVENINGS Educator Evening is a FREE professional development series occurring monthly. Blaine County educators may receive in-service (continuing education) hours for their participation.
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The Latest in Alzheimer’s and Dementia Research
The Community LibraryAlzheimer's is an escalating health crisis. More than 6 million Americans are living with the disease and over 11 million individuals are their caregivers. Tremendous gains have been made in understanding the science and basic biology underlying Alzheimer's and other dementias. These advances are leading to great strides in strategies for prevention, detection, diagnostics and therapeutic interventions. Join us to learn more about: - The landscape of Alzheimer's and dementia science - Risk factors for Alzheimer's and all other dementia - Highlights in early detection and diagnosis - Recent advances in clinical trials, treatments and lifestyle interventions Presenter Alexis Bonoff is the Community Outreach Manager and Research Champion for the Washington and Northern Idaho Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association. She runs education programs, support groups and manages volunteers throughout Southeast and Central Washington from the office in the Tri-cities. Alexis also presents the updates for the latest research throughout the region. The Alzheimer's Assocation is a global leader in research, mobilizing the field to advance the vision of a world without Alzheimer's and all other dementias.
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Bike to School/Work Day
Wood River TrailCome on out to the Wood River Trail for Bike to School & Work Day on Wednesday, May 15th!
Community Knitting & Needlepoint @ Knit+Needle
Knit+NeedleJoin us in the shop every Wednesday from 2-5 with your needlepoint, knitting or crochet work in progress & enjoy an afternoon of stitching. All skill levels welcome.
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The Garage: Artist’s Incubator @ The Spot
The SpotTHE GARAGE: Artist's Incubator @ The Spot 2024 Artist-in-Residence ABBY ROSEBROCK FREE EVENTS: WRITING WORKSHOP FREE Writing Workshop with Playwright Abby Rosebrock MAY 16 • 6pm @ The Spot 'WILMA' FREE Rehearsed Reading of Abby's new play WILMA MAY 22 • 7pm @ The Spot The Spot has been a home for new work since it began and we have decided to make our commitment to emerging theater artists official. Welcome to THE GARAGE: Artist's Incubator @ The Spot. Where do all the best ideas start? In garages! In our case, we've doubled down on that model. We've been producing and inviting audiences into ours since 2014.The Artist's Incubator is different though. We have created a one of a kind artistic residency program in the Sawtooth Mountains of Idaho, designed to allow theater artists the space (literally and figuratively) and resources necessary to develop their WIP's. (Works in process.) We are incredibly excited to announce the inaugural artist at THE GARAGE is accomplished, Brooklyn-based playwright and actress, ABBY ROSEBROCK. Spot audiences will remember her work from 2017 when we produced the western premiere of Abby's DIDO OF IDAHO. Abby Rosebrock is a Brooklyn-based writer and actress from South Carolina. She ...
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To Taste Life Twice Seminar
The Community LibraryJoin The Community Library and Story Forward for three days of writing, reading, and connecting over words. This annual three-day event is free and open to all and offers writing workshops, panel discussions, keynote lecture, a public storytelling event, and opportunities to meet and connect with other local writers. More details and workshop registrations forthcoming.
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Sun Valley Culinary Institute Tours
Sun Valley Culinary InstituteThe Sun Valley Culinary Institute is pleased to offer tours open to the general public. Come see why we have become one of the most important and entertaining sites to visit in the Wood River Valley. As a full time location for both student culinary classes year round and personalized classes for the general public, SVCI is proud to open our doors and welcome visitors with coffee and donuts. Come see for yourself…free tours are offered every Thursday at 10AM