“Homelessness Is a Housing Problem” with Gregg Colburn

The Community Library

In their book "Homelessness Is a Housing Problem: How Structural Factors Explain U.S. Patterns," Gregg Colburn and Clayton Page Aldern seek to explain the substantial regional variation in rates of homelessness in cities across the United States. In a departure from many analytical approaches, Colburn and Aldern shift their focus from the individual experiencing homelessness to the metropolitan area. Using accessible statistical analysis, they test a range of conventional beliefs about what drives the prevalence of homelessness in a given city—including mental illness, drug use, poverty, weather, generosity of public assistance, and low-income mobility—and find that none explain the regional variation observed across the country. Instead, housing market conditions, such as the cost and availability of rental housing, offer a far more convincing account. With rigor and clarity, "Homelessness Is a Housing Problem" explores U.S. cities' diverse experiences with housing precarity and offers policy solutions for unique regional contexts. In partnership with the City of Ketchum, Blaine County Housing Authority, and Spur Community Foundation. Gregg Colburn is an Associate Professor in the Runstad Department of Real Estate in the College of Built Environments at the University of Washington. He publishes research on topics related to housing and homelessness and is ...

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Ketchum Coffee Talks presented by The Chamber

Silver Creek Outfitters

The City of Ketchum's next Coffee Talk will take place at Silver Creek Outfitters on Tuesday June 4th from 9-10 am. We hope to see you there. About Coffee Talks: Coffee Talks are offered the 1st Tuesday morning of each month. Subjects vary: Ketchum Main Street Project, Parking, keeping business healthy during development and more. Free and open to everyone Coffee and treats will be provided For more information contact The Chamber at 208-788-3484 or info@valleychamber.org

Event Series Ketch’em Alive

Ketch’em Alive

Forest Service Park

The City of Ketchum is pleased to announce the 2024 Ketch'em Alive free summer concert series, which brings live music to Forest Service Park (131 River Street East, Ketchum) every Tuesday from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., June 18 through Aug.  6. This year’s concerts feature a vibrant lineup of national and regional acts offering up an eclectic mix of Folk, Soul, Funk, Pop, R&B, County, Classic Rock, and more.  Bring your family and friends—all concerts are free and open to the public. Pack a picnic to bring or enjoy the variety of food and beverage options available to purchase from local, onsite vendors. 2024 Ketch'em Alive schedule: June 18: Side Hustle A talented group of musicians performing your favorite 80’s and 90’s hits, along with old-school R&B, Soul, and Funk. June 25: Darci Carlson One of the Valley’s favorite cover bands will perform an eclectic mix of Rock, Country, Bluegrass, Pop, and Funk. July 2: The Asymptomatics More post-punky than funky, this 7-piece band has a vibe all their own that blends influences from Cream and the Allman Brothers with Disco and dance grooves. July 9: Tom Conneely and the Birds of Paradise A country-tinged rock project showcasing accentuated, ...

Event Series Jazz in the Park

Jazz in the Park

Rotary Park

Experience live jazz performances at "Jazz In The Park" free concerts in Ketchum’s Rotary Park on Warm Springs Road across from YMCA, Sundays 6 to 8pm, June 23 - July 28, 2024 Bring your low back chairs and picnics! 2024 Schedule: June 23: Travis McDaniel & Friends June 30: Van Paepeghem Quintet July 7: Tony Galla Band July 14: Bossa Nova Jazz Ensemble July 21: Ashley Rose Band July 28: Nicole Christensen Band

Event Series Ketch’em Alive

Ketch’em Alive

Forest Service Park

The City of Ketchum is pleased to announce the 2024 Ketch'em Alive free summer concert series, which brings live music to Forest Service Park (131 River Street East, Ketchum) every Tuesday from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., June 18 through Aug.  6. This year’s concerts feature a vibrant lineup of national and regional acts offering up an eclectic mix of Folk, Soul, Funk, Pop, R&B, County, Classic Rock, and more.  Bring your family and friends—all concerts are free and open to the public. Pack a picnic to bring or enjoy the variety of food and beverage options available to purchase from local, onsite vendors. 2024 Ketch'em Alive schedule: June 18: Side Hustle A talented group of musicians performing your favorite 80’s and 90’s hits, along with old-school R&B, Soul, and Funk. June 25: Darci Carlson One of the Valley’s favorite cover bands will perform an eclectic mix of Rock, Country, Bluegrass, Pop, and Funk. July 2: The Asymptomatics More post-punky than funky, this 7-piece band has a vibe all their own that blends influences from Cream and the Allman Brothers with Disco and dance grooves. July 9: Tom Conneely and the Birds of Paradise A country-tinged rock project showcasing accentuated, ...

Event Series Jazz in the Park

Jazz in the Park

Rotary Park

Experience live jazz performances at "Jazz In The Park" free concerts in Ketchum’s Rotary Park on Warm Springs Road across from YMCA, Sundays 6 to 8pm, June 23 - July 28, 2024 Bring your low back chairs and picnics! 2024 Schedule: June 23: Travis McDaniel & Friends June 30: Van Paepeghem Quintet July 7: Tony Galla Band July 14: Bossa Nova Jazz Ensemble July 21: Ashley Rose Band July 28: Nicole Christensen Band

Event Series Ketch’em Alive

Ketch’em Alive

Forest Service Park

The City of Ketchum is pleased to announce the 2024 Ketch'em Alive free summer concert series, which brings live music to Forest Service Park (131 River Street East, Ketchum) every Tuesday from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., June 18 through Aug.  6. This year’s concerts feature a vibrant lineup of national and regional acts offering up an eclectic mix of Folk, Soul, Funk, Pop, R&B, County, Classic Rock, and more.  Bring your family and friends—all concerts are free and open to the public. Pack a picnic to bring or enjoy the variety of food and beverage options available to purchase from local, onsite vendors. 2024 Ketch'em Alive schedule: June 18: Side Hustle A talented group of musicians performing your favorite 80’s and 90’s hits, along with old-school R&B, Soul, and Funk. June 25: Darci Carlson One of the Valley’s favorite cover bands will perform an eclectic mix of Rock, Country, Bluegrass, Pop, and Funk. July 2: The Asymptomatics More post-punky than funky, this 7-piece band has a vibe all their own that blends influences from Cream and the Allman Brothers with Disco and dance grooves. July 9: Tom Conneely and the Birds of Paradise A country-tinged rock project showcasing accentuated, ...

Event Series Jazz in the Park

Jazz in the Park

Rotary Park

Experience live jazz performances at "Jazz In The Park" free concerts in Ketchum’s Rotary Park on Warm Springs Road across from YMCA, Sundays 6 to 8pm, June 23 - July 28, 2024 Bring your low back chairs and picnics! 2024 Schedule: June 23: Travis McDaniel & Friends June 30: Van Paepeghem Quintet July 7: Tony Galla Band July 14: Bossa Nova Jazz Ensemble July 21: Ashley Rose Band July 28: Nicole Christensen Band

Event Series Ketch’em Alive

Ketch’em Alive

Forest Service Park

The City of Ketchum is pleased to announce the 2024 Ketch'em Alive free summer concert series, which brings live music to Forest Service Park (131 River Street East, Ketchum) every Tuesday from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., June 18 through Aug.  6. This year’s concerts feature a vibrant lineup of national and regional acts offering up an eclectic mix of Folk, Soul, Funk, Pop, R&B, County, Classic Rock, and more.  Bring your family and friends—all concerts are free and open to the public. Pack a picnic to bring or enjoy the variety of food and beverage options available to purchase from local, onsite vendors. 2024 Ketch'em Alive schedule: June 18: Side Hustle A talented group of musicians performing your favorite 80’s and 90’s hits, along with old-school R&B, Soul, and Funk. June 25: Darci Carlson One of the Valley’s favorite cover bands will perform an eclectic mix of Rock, Country, Bluegrass, Pop, and Funk. July 2: The Asymptomatics More post-punky than funky, this 7-piece band has a vibe all their own that blends influences from Cream and the Allman Brothers with Disco and dance grooves. July 9: Tom Conneely and the Birds of Paradise A country-tinged rock project showcasing accentuated, ...

Event Series Jazz in the Park

Jazz in the Park

Rotary Park

Experience live jazz performances at "Jazz In The Park" free concerts in Ketchum’s Rotary Park on Warm Springs Road across from YMCA, Sundays 6 to 8pm, June 23 - July 28, 2024 Bring your low back chairs and picnics! 2024 Schedule: June 23: Travis McDaniel & Friends June 30: Van Paepeghem Quintet July 7: Tony Galla Band July 14: Bossa Nova Jazz Ensemble July 21: Ashley Rose Band July 28: Nicole Christensen Band

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