The Wonderful Experience of Collecting Art

The Community Library

How do you start or grow an art collection? What is the value of art as an investment? What should you consider when collecting art and how can living with art enhance your home or work life? Join us for a program with Judith Kindler, who will expertly guide us and share insider knowledge in the area of fine art collecting that is both exciting and valuable in a world that often times is complex and intimidating to approach. Judith Kindler is a well-respected American artist and past Seattle gallery owner with valuable insights into the art world. She has over 50 years experience in the arts including sitting on the boards of Pratt Fine Arts, Poncho, Cornish College of Arts and The National Home Furnishings Board. She has exhibited her own work through multiple galleries and museums across the U.S., gaining a broad knowledge of the business of art. In addition she has had more than seven books published on her art.

Free

Estate and Financial Planning

Hailey Town Center West

Learn how to keep your family out of court and conflict when the Hailey Public Library hosts local attorney Tatyana Gray and financial advisor Brayden Olson for free talk on estate and financial planning. The engaging, scenario-based presentation is designed to help protect loved ones and avoid unnecessary legal complications. Using relatable stories, including the fictional Bliss family, Tatyana and Brayden will illustrate the importance of a comprehensive estate and financial plan. The talk will be held at Town Center West from 5:30-7:00 PM on Thursday, December 5, and livestreamed at www.haileypubliclibrary.org.

Free

Limelight Lounge – Live Music Series

Limelight Lounge

Throughout the year, The Limelight Lounge is the place to be in Ketchum for live local music. It’s the perfect way to unwind after a day on the mountain. Order a beer and a few apps (or go all out with dinner from our menu), and enjoy some of the best local talent in an intimate setting. Happy Hour 3:00 - 6:00 pm daily | Dinner Menu 4:30 - 9:30pm | Live Music 5:30 - 8:30pm in season Thursday to Monday and off season Friday & Saturday. December Live Music Schedule: Mon 23- Georges Bouhey Tues 24- Jon Divello Wed 25- Carl Massaro Thurs 26- Kevin Ware Fri 27- Sawtooth Shipwreck Sat 28- Sawtooth Shipwreck Sun 29- Katie Buxton Mon 30- Aaron Golay Tues 31-NYE-Walsey & the River Dogs followed by DJ Train January Live Music Schedule Thurs 2- Kevin Ware Fri 3- Jake Dejongh Sat 4- Doublewide Sun 5- Carson Hasher Mon 6- Jay Miller Thurs 9- Kevin Ware Fri 10- Vicki Overfelt & Dave Cosca Sat 11- Avery Solago Sun 12- Jon & Jen Pisano Mon 13- Travis McDaniel Thurs 16- Kevin Ware Fri 17- James Tautkus Sat 18- Doublewide Sun 19- David Henry Mon 20- David Henry Thurs ...

COMMUNITY PROGRAM: Afternoon Art—Ketchum

Sun Valley Museum of Art

Play, create, discover, and have fun! Afternoon Art is a free drop-in opportunity for community members of all ages to explore concepts from the Museum's current exhibition and create works of art. Families and friends are encouraged to communicate, reflect, and produce as artists together. Perfect for art lovers, curious minds, and anyone seeking inspiration. Projects will vary. Age & Ability: all ages, families encouraged to attend together Ketchum Afternoon Art runs from 1:30–4:30pm at the Sun Valley Museum of Art. Afternoon Art is offered in Ketchum on the first Friday of each month and in Hailey on the second Friday from 1:30-4:30pm and are recommended for families with children of all ages. Please be sure to check dates and location.

Free

Hailey Tree Lighting

Hailey Town Center West

Come see Santa Claus, listen holiday music from local groups and enjoy some treats and hot chocolate to start the holiday season.

Free

Limelight Lounge – Live Music Series

Limelight Lounge

Throughout the year, The Limelight Lounge is the place to be in Ketchum for live local music. It’s the perfect way to unwind after a day on the mountain. Order a beer and a few apps (or go all out with dinner from our menu), and enjoy some of the best local talent in an intimate setting. Happy Hour 3:00 - 6:00 pm daily | Dinner Menu 4:30 - 9:30pm | Live Music 5:30 - 8:30pm in season Thursday to Monday and off season Friday & Saturday. December Live Music Schedule: Mon 23- Georges Bouhey Tues 24- Jon Divello Wed 25- Carl Massaro Thurs 26- Kevin Ware Fri 27- Sawtooth Shipwreck Sat 28- Sawtooth Shipwreck Sun 29- Katie Buxton Mon 30- Aaron Golay Tues 31-NYE-Walsey & the River Dogs followed by DJ Train January Live Music Schedule Thurs 2- Kevin Ware Fri 3- Jake Dejongh Sat 4- Doublewide Sun 5- Carson Hasher Mon 6- Jay Miller Thurs 9- Kevin Ware Fri 10- Vicki Overfelt & Dave Cosca Sat 11- Avery Solago Sun 12- Jon & Jen Pisano Mon 13- Travis McDaniel Thurs 16- Kevin Ware Fri 17- James Tautkus Sat 18- Doublewide Sun 19- David Henry Mon 20- David Henry Thurs ...

Alice in Wonderland: A Live Radio Play

Liberty Theater

Presented in both English & Spanish at The Liberty Theater in Hailey, ID Written By Lewis Carol Adapted by Naomi McDougall Jones Directed by Veronica Moonhill Bring the whole family to this original, inventive, and magical radio play adaptation of Lewis Carroll's beloved classic. Let the live, immersive soundscape sweep audiences of all ages down the rabbit hole with Alice herself. With very few performances, reserve your tickets NOW before they're gone at LibertyTheatreCompany.org! PERFORMANCE DATES: Dec 6 at 7pm Dec 7 at 2pm Dec 7 at 7pm *Dec 8 at 2pm (*FREE Spanish performance with post-show refreshments!) ALICE IN WONDERLAND: A LIVE RADIO PLAY Presentará en Liberty Theatre in Hailey Escrito por Lewis Carroll Adaptada por Naomi McDougall Jones Dirigida por Veronica Moonhill Traiga a toda la familia a esta adaptación de obra de radio original, imaginativa y mágica del amado autor clásico Lewis Carroll. Deja que el paisaje sonoro en vivo y envolvente lleve a audiencias de todas edades por la madriguera del conejo con la propia Alicia. ¡Se recomienda reservar tus boletos ahora antes de que se acaben! LibertyTheatreCompany.org ¡Obra Gratuita: DEC 8 a las 2pm! ¡Bocadillos después del espectáculo!

Free – $30

Annual Papoose Club Holiday Bazaar

Ernest Hemingway STEAM School

The 2024 Papoose Club Annual Holiday Bazaar will be held on the first full weekend of December at the Hemingway Elementary School in Ketchum. The Holiday Bazaar is a juried arts show that features wonderful hand-made gifts from more than 70 artists from across the Intermountain West. ​Saturday, December 7, 2024: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sunday, December 8 2024: 9:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. - Santa on Sunday at 1:00 pm to 2:30pm Wood River Valley’s top market for buying gifts for friends and family: sweets, ceramics, handblown glass, clothing, jewelry, handbags, birdhouses, decorative objects, textiles, and more. All proceeds benefit kids of the Wood River Valley. More info at www.papooseclub.org    

Earth-Friendly Holiday Crafts

Hailey Town Center West

Join us for a morning of free activities for community members of all ages, focused around Earth-friendly crafts and sustainable practices as we welcome winter and celebrate the holidays! We will have coffee, tea, cocoa and breakfast treats. Supplies will be provided, but feel free to bring your own crafts as well! We will also have a sustainable gift-wrapping station. Please RSVP using the link.

Free

Wood River Writers’ Focused Writing Group

The Community Library

Saturdays, November 2 – April 5, from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm Co-work with a community of writers the first Saturday of each month for focused writing and craft discussions and connect to other writers from the Wood River Valley and beyond! All writing abilities and ages welcome. Join us in The Community Library’s Idaho Room, or online via Zoom. The Wood River Writers’ Groups are led by AJ Super, a local author with a trilogy of science fiction books published by a small traditional press. She is also a Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers’ Association (SFWA) member.

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