Introducing the Sun Valley Joy Summit – A Revolutionary Wellness Festival for Mind, Body, and Soul KETCHUM, ID –Event organizers are thrilled to announce an upcoming wellness event, Sun Valley Joy Summit (SVJS), which aims to inspire and empower individuals to embrace happiness and prioritize their well-being. This event will take place on July 31 to Aug. 4 at various locations in Ketchum and will feature a range of activities and experiences designed to promote joy, positivity, and self-care. SVJS brings together thought leaders, experts, and enthusiasts from various wellness disciplines to inspire individuals on their personal wellness journeys. “We believe that joy is an essential part of living a fulfilling life,” said Hillary Anderson, event organizer. “SVJS will provide a platform for individuals to come together, learn from experts, and explore practices that can bring more happiness and well-being into their lives. We want to create an event that inspires and empowers attendees to prioritize their own self-care journey.” The inaugural gathering is tailored to like-minded individuals, wellness enthusiasts, and experts who believe in the transformative power of cultivating joy in our lives. This event will offer a holistic approach to well-being, focusing on mental, physical, and emotional health. …
SIHA Summer Series
Join the Sawtooth Interpretive & Historical Association for their 16th annual Sawtooth Forum & Lecture Series at the Stanley Museum, 5pm every other Friday June 30-August 25. June 30: Grizzly Bears and the Bitterroot and Central Idaho Wilderness presented by Steve Nadeau, Wildlife Biologist July 14: What Lies Beneath: How the Idaho Batholith Influenced the Yellowstone- Snake River Plain Supervolcanoes presented by Kathrine Potter, PhD July 28: Multiple Voices, Varied Spaces: Literature and History in the American West presented by Amanda J. Zink, PhD August 11: Seeking Beauty: The Wanderings of a Vagabond presented by Ed Cannady, Photographer and retired SNRA Backcountry Manager August 25: Advocates For Our Future: A Youth Perspective on Salmon Recovery presented by Lilly Wilson, Salmon Youth Protectors September 22 at The Community Library in Ketchum: The Salmon Way: An Alaska State of Mind presented by Amy Gulick, Photographer and Author
Picnic in the Park: Let’s Talk Energy!
Join Idaho Conservation League’s energy expert Brad Heusinkveld for a conversation about all things energy and utilities in the state of Idaho! Enjoy a free sandwich, some fresh air, and the chance to ask one of ICL’s climate staffers all of your energy-related questions.
Lewis Black • Off the Rails
Known as the King of Rant, Lewis Black uses his trademark style of comedic yelling and animated finger-pointing to skewer anything and anyone that gets under his skin. His comedic brilliance lies in his ability to make people laugh at the absurdities of life, with topics that include current events, social media, politics and anything else that exposes the hypocrisy and madness he sees in the world.
Steve Hackman • The Times, They Are A-Changin’
A musical visionary of incomparable gifts, Steve Hackman is a daring voice leading the charge among a new generation of classical musicians intent on redefining the genre. Equally adept in classical and popular forms, his breadth of musical fluency and technique is uncanny – he is at once a composer, conductor, producer, DJ, arranger, songwriter, singer, pianist, and even rapper. He uses those wide-ranging abilities to create ingenious hybrid compositions that blur the lines between high and pop art and challenge our very definitions thereof. The Times, They Are A-Changin’ is an evening of reimagined music by Bob Dylan. Special two night package pricing available for the July 26 & 27 shows. Cabaret Seats • $75 Tiered Seats • $40 Young Adults 30 and under • $20
Steve Hackman • And I Love Her
A musical visionary of incomparable gifts, Steve Hackman is a daring voice leading the charge among a new generation of classical musicians intent on redefining the genre. Equally adept in classical and popular forms, his breadth of musical fluency and technique is uncanny – he is at once a composer, conductor, producer, DJ, arranger, songwriter, singer, pianist, and even rapper. He uses those wide-ranging abilities to create ingenious hybrid compositions that blur the lines between high and pop art and challenge our very definitions thereof. And I Love Her is an evening of reimagined music by The Beatles. Special two night package pricing available for the July 26 & 27 shows. Cabaret Seats • $75 Tiered Seats • $40 Young Adults 30 and under • $20
Juneteenth Celebration
Join The Argyros, Wood River Community YMCA, I Have A Dream Foundation, College of Idaho, and the US Attorney’s Office, District of ID, to learn about and celebrate Juneteenth. Juneteenth, which has been informally observed as a holiday for over a hundred years, marks the emancipation of African Americans from slavery on June 19th, 1865. In 2021, after decades of grassroots lobbying, it was recognized as an official federal holiday. Join us for an evening to recognize the ongoing American project of racial diversity and justice, and to consider how we may continue to strive for a more perfect union. Featured speakers includes Latonia Haney Keith (VP of High Impact Practices, College of Idaho), Kaya Evans (2021 Rhodes Scholar), Angela Taylor (The Dignitas Agency, formerly WNBA), and Josh Hurwit (US Attorney, District of Idaho). This event is free, registration is required. We hope to see you there.
Hiking the Idaho Centennial Trail: A Diverse Perspective
The Idaho Centennial Trail is a nearly 1,000-mile-long trail spanning the length of Idaho, extending from the Idaho-Nevada border to the Canadian border, encompassing all the variety that the state has to offer. It was recognized as the state trail in 1990, when Idaho was celebrating its 100-year benchmark after becoming a state. The ICT travels through some of the most rugged and remote country in the Lower 48, including three designated wilderness areas, one proposed wilderness area, and several roadless areas. As long trails go, it’s regarded as one of the most difficult in the nation. Come hear from four Idahoans—John Lloyd, Lisa and Jeremy Johnson, and Dan Noakes—who have hiked the trail in its entirety! This panel, facilitated by the Selway Bitterroot Frank Church Foundation, will give attendees an inside perspective on hiking the trail from both thru-hikers and a section-hiker. You’re sure to leave inspired for your next adventure! In partnership with the Selway Bitterroot Frank Church Foundation. This program will be livestreamed and recorded for later viewing.
Marcus King 4th of July Celebration Sun Valley Pavilion
The Sun Valley Resort & RJK Entertainment Present Marcus King July 4th with a huge fireworks show after the concert! Tylor & The Train Robbers are the supporting act. All Ages Event Date: July 4th 2023 Doors at 5:30p.m. Show starts at 6:30p.m. Ends at 10:00p.m. w/fireworks immediately after concert Tickets available at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/marcus-king-july-4th-celebration-tickets-626486547127 or the Sun Valley Recreation Office at 208-622-2135 The non-profit beneficiaries of the concert are Blaine County Charitable Fund & Stella’s Shelter Fund. Here is more info on Blaine County Charitable Fund: https://www.blainecf.org/ Here is more info on Stella’s Shelter Fund: http://stellasshelterfund.com/ Presented by Sun Valley Resort, RJK Entertainment, Zions Bank, Coors Light, Tito’s Handmade Vodka
“People of the Moon” with Ted Stout
For thousands of years people mostly avoided the lava fields of Idaho. Artifacts indicate that native people passed through, but they did not remain for long due to the lack of water. Later the trails that the Shoshone-Bannock created around the northern edge of the lava provided a path for Oregon bound migrants and ultimately highway motorists. Eventually curiosity about this unknown area led scientists and others to seek it out. In the 1920s, Robert Limbert explored the area and shared his adventures with a wider audience through his photography and writing. In 1924, President Calvin Coolidge established Craters of the Moon National Monument, ushering in a new era of National Park Service management. Three other presidents expanded the boundary, leading to a much larger Monument and Preserve. Ted Stout, author of the new book, “Craters of the Moon National Monument,” celebrates more than one hundred years of Craters of the Moon’s history with this engaging presentation. To illustrate the presentation, Stout draws extensively from park archives as well as collections at Boise State University, the USGS and other institutions. This program will be livestreamed and recorded for later viewing. Books will be available for sale and a book signing …