From the early days of mining and sheepherding, immigrants have been a core population in the Wood River Valley. Comprising more than 25% of our residents and more than 40% of students in our school district, the importance of this population continues to grow, but remains largely misunderstood. Come hear stories and insights about their experience, how they thrive, and contribute to our community. This is the third event in the “Giving Though” Learning Series, which is part of the “it’s in our nature” campaign to promote the vital role generosity and nonprofits play in our community.
Alpine Revival Holiday Trunk Show
Alpine Revival is an emerging brand that offers vintage-inspired ski sweaters. Cashmere & cashmere blend ski sweaters & accessories for men & women. INVENTORY AVAILABLE ON SITE (limited quantities). Co-Founder is a WRHS graduate! Limelight Hotel Friday 12/20 3-7pm & Sat 12/21 8am – 6pm. Come find a sweater you’ll never want to take off!
Candlelight Christmas Eve
Join us at The Life Church for a Candlelight Christmas Eve Service on Tuesday, December 24. We are having a fellowship reception before the service with food and refreshments at 5pm, then the service begins at 6pm. There will be carols, special music, reading of the Christmas story, advent, and communion. Invite your friends and neighbors to spend Christmas Eve celebrating the birth of Jesus!
OPENING NIGHT PARTY- Around the Bend by LOLA
Join us for the Opening Night Party with the artist FRIDAY, DECEMBER 12/27 5:00-7:30pm. It’s the local gallery walk night and ’tis the season to celebrate! We’re wrapping up this year with a stunning new show–AROUND THE BEND by Lola. Each work features Lola’s mastery of the poured resin technique and the alluring quality of this uniquely modern material. For over a decade, Lola has been working with tinted resin in her Bay-area studio. Each piece consists of layered geometric shapes with an emphasis on color & tone– all on her signature drip-edged panels. It’s high-gloss and hard-to-resist. For Lola, “I’m always dreaming about what’s next. What will excite and inspire others. As I pour the resin, a form begins to appear on the surface. The challenge is leaving the emotional tone of the piece undefined allowing the viewer to find their own meaning in the work.”
AROUND THE BEND by LOLA
‘Tis the season to celebrate!! We’re wrapping up this year with a stunning new show–AROUND THE BEND by Lola at Hemmings Gallery on 340 Walnut Ave. in Ketchum. Each work features Lola’s mastery of the poured resin technique and the alluring quality of this uniquely modern material. For over a decade, Lola has been working with tinted resin in her Bay-area studio. Each piece consists of layered geometric shapes with an emphasis on color & tone– all on her signature drip-edged panels. It’s high-gloss and hard-to-resist. For Lola, “I’m always dreaming about what’s next. What will excite and inspire others. As I pour the resin, a form begins to appear on the surface. The challenge is leaving the emotional tone of the piece undefined allowing the viewer to find their own meaning in the work.”
Curling Clinic at the Campion Ice House
Join us for a holiday “Learn to Curl” class. We provide the gear, stones and instruction and you just bring yourself! Please dress warmly and wear shows with tread. Space is limited! Ages 14 thru adult. Youth must be accompanied with an adult.
2025 “Think Globally, Act Locally” Speaker Series – Dr. Gary Tabor – “Landscape-Scale Conservation: From the Heart of the Rockies Across Six Continents”
A talk with Dr. Gary Tabor, ecologist, wildlife veterinarian, and Founder and President of the Center for Large Landscape Conservation. This is a free event but registration is required. In partnership between The Community Library and Wood River Land Trust as part of the annual “Think Globally, Act Locally” Speaker Series. Join us for series events on January 15, February 19, and March 11.
2025 “Think Globally, Act Locally” Speaker Series – Colin Thorne – “Restoring the Dignity of Our Rivers”
Restoring the Dignity of Our Rivers A talk with Colin Thorne, Emeritus Professor and Chair of Physical Geography at the University of Nottingham, UK, and River Scientist at Wolf Water Resources in Oregon. This is a free event but registration is required. In partnership between The Community Library and Wood River Land Trust as part of the annual “Think Globally, Act Locally” Speaker Series. Join us for series events on January 15, February 19, and March 11.
2025 “Think Globally, Act Locally” Speaker Series – Danya Rumore – “GNARly Solutions: Conserving What We Love about the Wood River Valley”
GNARly Solutions: Conserving What We Love about the Wood River Valley With Danya Rumore, Founder of the GNAR Initiative and clinical and research professor at the University of Utah. This is a free event but registration is required. In partnership between The Community Library and Wood River Land Trust as part of the annual “Think Globally, Act Locally” Speaker Series. Join us for series events on January 15, February 19, and March 11.
Sun Valley Culinary Institute Holiday Open House
Visit the Sun Valley Culinary Institute between 4 PM and 7 PM on Friday, December 27th, and indulge in complimentary treats, including bites, hot chocolate, mulled wine, and more! DJ Marlin will be with us to keep the party festive, raffle items, wine club information and more! Don’t forget to drop by SVCI during gallery walk – everyone is welcome!