Barcelona Flamenco Ballet • CARMEN

The Argyros

Barcelona Flamenco Ballet address the ever-present myth of “Carmen” in their new project. This new recreation of Bizet’s work brings new elements from flamenco that were previously unknown. It goes beyond the traditional conception in which it has historically been categorized and adapts it to the reality of today’s contemporary society. “Carmen” is pain, passion, and a cry for freedom - feelings that flamenco art masterfully represents in its wildest and most primitive aspect. Barcelona Flamenco Ballet tells the story written by Prosper Mérimée delving into the love affair between Carmen, the gypsy, and Escamillo, the bullfighter. Here, too, the flamenco language is the best vehicle of artistic expression to exhibit emotions and is the perfect driving force to convey the passion of the protagonists.

$20 – $30

Wood River Daffodil Festival

Sawtooth Botanical Garden

Celebrate spring at the third annual Daffodil Festival at the Sawtooth Botanical Garden. This collaboration with The Senior Connection offers a chance to view the 30,000 daffodil bulbs planted at the Garden in 2021, including the Wood River Valley's own Covid Memorial Daffodil Bed located within the Garden of Infinite Compassion. Stroll the grounds while you enjoy a mimosa with mom (Mothers Day is May 12!), live music, a delicious selection of brunch fare and your friends and neighbors at this truly local event! Extra bonus: we now have 14 unique works of fine art installed in the Garden. $30 Per person. Seniors, Moms and children under 17 are free! Don’t forget to bring you mom for Mother’s Day

$30

Thai Mainhard: Off the Ground

Gilman Contemporary

In Thai Mainhard’s exhibition "Off the Ground" vibrant, frenetic colors are collaged, painted, and drawn onto canvases that show a sense of composition and experience. Born and raised in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil and based in Los Angeles, California, Mainhard’s personal exploration of place seeps into each of her paintings. In her newest body of work Mainhard embraces tangible objects through an exploration of the composed still life. Expressively rendered maximalist spaces are filled with swatches of bright color, checkered table clothes, and patterned vases of loosely rendered botanicals offer a lingering invitation. These composed paintings are the physical embodiment of the artists internal world and life experience, harnessing the tension between chaos and order, figurative composition, and expressive abstraction.

Free

Mother’s Day Market

The Contemporary Cottage

Join us for a Mother's Day Market at The Contemporary Cottage. Saturday, May 11 from 11am to 5pm. We will have local artists and vendors, you'll be sure to find  Mom the perfect gift.  

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. Live music schedule: May Fri 3rd- Mark Mueller Sat 4th- Travis McDaniel Fri 10th- Aaron Golay Sat 11th- Aaron Golay Fri 17th- Ashley Rose Sat 18th- Doublewide Fri 24th- Kevin Ware Sat 25th- Ellie Mae Fri 31st- Adam Williams June: Sat 1st - Mark Mueller

Songs and Stories with Roger McGuinn

The Argyros

Get up close and personal with the magic of Roger McGuinn’s live performance of Songs and Stories! You’ll be transported by his legendary songs, complemented by stories and anecdotes that will give you a glimpse into the inspiration behind the music. With his iconic voice and unparalleled guitar skills, McGuinn is sure to deliver a night you won’t forget. “Mr. Tambourine Man” not only lived history, he made history with his fearless sense of experimentation. As the leader of the influential 60s group, The Byrds, he was on the leading edge, combining the rock beat of the Beatles with the folk sensibilities of Bob Dylan, to create a genre known as “folk-rock.” His groundbreaking work on The Byrds Sweetheart Of The Rodeo album is widely credited with ushering in the genre of country rock. Roger’s solo career began in 1973 and has yielded 13 albums, a Grammy nomination, and extensive touring and performing that has enthralled audiences ever since. The Byrds 1965 recording of Pete Seeger’s “Turn! Turn! Turn!” has become an iconic American anthem, and is often remembered as one of the most important folk-rock songs of the 1960s.

$25 – $75

Mother’s Day Mimosa & Paint

Sawtooth Botanical Garden

Treat 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 Campus

Join 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.

Free

Bug Zoo School Field Trips & Self Guided Tours

Sawtooth Botanical Garden

School 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 Hotel

Join 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.

Event Series SVMoA Educator Evenings

SVMoA Educator Evenings

Sun Valley Museum of Art

Join 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.

free

The Latest in Alzheimer’s and Dementia Research

The Community Library

Alzheimer'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.

Free

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