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“Undertow”: An Idaho-Inspired Dance

The Community Library

Join The Community Library for a conversation with Dana Genshaft, a distinguished figure in the dance world, renowned for her multifaceted career as a dancer, choreographer, and educator. Genshaft was a Writer-in-Residence at the Hemingway House with The Community Library in June 2024, in partnership with Ballet Sun Valley (BSV). During her time in residency, she began developing a new piece for BSV: "Undertow," which was performed at the company's October performance at The Argyros with San Francisco Ballet Pre-Professional Dancers. Genshaft will be in conversation with the library's executive director, Jenny Emery Davidson, about her residency, how she begins to choreograph a new piece, and working with dancers to bring the vision to the stage. They'll also share a recording of the October performance of Undertow (9 minutes) during their conversation.

“Earth: A Year in Orbit”

The Community Library

Join us for a film screening and post-film Q&A with multi-BAFTA Award and Emmy-winning filmmaker Anthony Geffen, who was a producer on the new film from Atlantic Productions, "Earth: A Year in Orbit." The film runs 60 minutes. Registration is required for this in-person only program.

Free
Event Series Hygge at the Library

Hygge at the Library

The Community Library

Hygge ("hoo-ga") is about taking time away from the daily rush to be together with people you care about - or even by yourself - to relax and enjoy life's quieter pleasures. The Danish concept is many things, including an opportunity to unwind and take things slow. Drop in to The Community Library all week for puzzles, games, coloring, and of course, reading! Enjoy our offerings, or bring your own games and crafts. Quiet spaces can be found throughout the library, including by our fireplace, and the Lecture Hall will be set up as a place to gather and be cozy together. Each afternoon from 1:00-3:00 we'll have free cookies and warm treats available in the Lecture Hall. All are welcome!

Event Series Hygge at the Library

Hygge at the Library

The Community Library

Hygge ("hoo-ga") is about taking time away from the daily rush to be together with people you care about - or even by yourself - to relax and enjoy life's quieter pleasures. The Danish concept is many things, including an opportunity to unwind and take things slow. Drop in to The Community Library all week for puzzles, games, coloring, and of course, reading! Enjoy our offerings, or bring your own games and crafts. Quiet spaces can be found throughout the library, including by our fireplace, and the Lecture Hall will be set up as a place to gather and be cozy together. Each afternoon from 1:00-3:00 we'll have free cookies and warm treats available in the Lecture Hall. All are welcome!

Event Series Hygge at the Library

Hygge at the Library

The Community Library

Hygge ("hoo-ga") is about taking time away from the daily rush to be together with people you care about - or even by yourself - to relax and enjoy life's quieter pleasures. The Danish concept is many things, including an opportunity to unwind and take things slow. Drop in to The Community Library all week for puzzles, games, coloring, and of course, reading! Enjoy our offerings, or bring your own games and crafts. Quiet spaces can be found throughout the library, including by our fireplace, and the Lecture Hall will be set up as a place to gather and be cozy together. Each afternoon from 1:00-3:00 we'll have free cookies and warm treats available in the Lecture Hall. All are welcome!

Event Series Hygge at the Library

Hygge at the Library

The Community Library

Hygge ("hoo-ga") is about taking time away from the daily rush to be together with people you care about - or even by yourself - to relax and enjoy life's quieter pleasures. The Danish concept is many things, including an opportunity to unwind and take things slow. Drop in to The Community Library all week for puzzles, games, coloring, and of course, reading! Enjoy our offerings, or bring your own games and crafts. Quiet spaces can be found throughout the library, including by our fireplace, and the Lecture Hall will be set up as a place to gather and be cozy together. Each afternoon from 1:00-3:00 we'll have free cookies and warm treats available in the Lecture Hall. All are welcome!

Event Series Hygge at the Library

Hygge at the Library

The Community Library

Hygge ("hoo-ga") is about taking time away from the daily rush to be together with people you care about - or even by yourself - to relax and enjoy life's quieter pleasures. The Danish concept is many things, including an opportunity to unwind and take things slow. Drop in to The Community Library all week for puzzles, games, coloring, and of course, reading! Enjoy our offerings, or bring your own games and crafts. Quiet spaces can be found throughout the library, including by our fireplace, and the Lecture Hall will be set up as a place to gather and be cozy together. Each afternoon from 1:00-3:00 we'll have free cookies and warm treats available in the Lecture Hall. All are welcome!

Hooked on Salmon: Protecting the Run

The Community Library

Join us for a panel of local students involved with the Youth Salmon Protectors (YSP), a program of the Idaho Conservation League working to build a coalition of young people across the Northwest dedicated to honoring tribal treaties, breaching the Lower Snake River dams, and saving wild salmon and steelhead. The panel will each share perspectives on Idaho's salmon and take questions from the audience. Speakers will include students from Wood River High School and The Sage School: Leila Brickley, Fisher Hattula, Cora Ward, Sarah Leidecker, and Frances Camilli.

Free

An Evening with Christopher Preston

The Community Library

Join us for a conversation with Christopher Preston, a January Writer-in-Residence at The Community Library's Hemingway House. Preston will be in conversation with Martha Williams, the Library's director of programs and education, on his work and writing, which centers on wildlife and rewilding, technology, conservation, and climate change. Their conversation will welcome your questions and range from the implications of the Anthropocene to wildlife recovery and ecological restoration, and from practicing the humanities in scientific environments to examining the ethical dimensions of emerging science and technology. A book signing will follow. Christopher J. Preston is a writer and philosophy professor based in Missoula, Montana. His essays have appeared in The Atlantic, Sierra, Smithsonian Magazine, Discover, Orion, The Conversation, the Wall Street Journal, and The BBC. His latest book, "Tenacious Beasts: Wildlife Recoveries That Change How We Think About Animals" won the 2024 High Plains International Book Award for non-fiction and made the New Yorker’s Best Books list of 2023. Tenacious Beasts investigates a dozen wildlife species that have fought back from the brink of extinction. Christopher meets the scientists, indigenous leaders, and activists who have assisted their return and uncovers what these tenacious species have to teach. His previous book, ...

Preserving Family Recipes Workshop

Wood River Museum of History & Culture

Preserving cherished recipes from family and friends is a meaningful way to keep traditions alive and to ensure associated memories remain vibrant. Join Cynthia Nims for a workshop focused on the value of these most beloved recipes. Cynthia has been writing recipes for cookbooks and magazines for many years. Inspiration for those recipes comes from countless sources, among them are recipes that had a beginning in her mom’s kitchen. She’ll talk about the treasure that she considers her mother’s falling-apart recipe folder to be. And she’ll share examples of how recipes that may seem a bit dated can find a place in your kitchen today. Bring along a cherished family recipe or two to share with the group, discuss, and begin preserving through story. There will be time for an informal exercise to help capture the tales of these recipes. Register at www.comlib.org. Cynthia Nims is a Seattle-based author and consultant. Her most recent cookbook, "Shellfish," was released in early 2022. Previous books include "Oysters and Salty Snacks." Cynthia has served as the food editor of Seattle magazine, editor of "Simply Seafood" magazine and has contributed to Alaska Airlines Beyond, Cooking Light, and Coastal Living, among others. She publishes a ...

Event Series Nature Journaling

Nature Journaling

The Community Library

An intimate journey into the sketchbook world and how drawing can offer a moment of stillness and peace within an often chaotic world. Led by artist Leslie Rego. Thursdays, December 5-19 and January 16-23 (five Thursdays). Registration required. This workshop series offers a welcoming and supportive space for people interested in drawing the natural world. The focus will be on nature journaling. Prompts will be offered as well as guidance. Each session we will jump down a “rabbit hole” and study in depth one plant or landscape element or learn about different brushes, paints, papers, and other art supplies. A list of recommended supplies will be sent to registered participants. Leslie Rego has drawn in journals for years. She carries sketchbooks and paints with her while enjoying the national forest and will take time to draw and paint landscapes and flowers on her many hikes. Leslie wrote the "Sketchbook Hiking" article in The Weekly Sun for many years. She has artwork in private collections, The Sun Valley Lodge and around the world.

Event Series Nature Journaling

Nature Journaling

The Community Library

An intimate journey into the sketchbook world and how drawing can offer a moment of stillness and peace within an often chaotic world. Led by artist Leslie Rego. Thursdays, December 5-19 and January 16-23 (five Thursdays). Registration required. This workshop series offers a welcoming and supportive space for people interested in drawing the natural world. The focus will be on nature journaling. Prompts will be offered as well as guidance. Each session we will jump down a “rabbit hole” and study in depth one plant or landscape element or learn about different brushes, paints, papers, and other art supplies. A list of recommended supplies will be sent to registered participants. Leslie Rego has drawn in journals for years. She carries sketchbooks and paints with her while enjoying the national forest and will take time to draw and paint landscapes and flowers on her many hikes. Leslie wrote the "Sketchbook Hiking" article in The Weekly Sun for many years. She has artwork in private collections, The Sun Valley Lodge and around the world.

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