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Open Gym, Junior High
Most Saturdays and Sundays.Kids & Teens
Youth are invited to participate in activities, including basketball, soccer, rope climbing and jump rope. Equipment and supervision are provided. Participating junior highs include Les Bois, Hillside, East, West and South. Visit www.cityofboise.org/parks for information on times.
The Pavilion
Wednesdays-Saturdays, 8 p.m. and Saturdays, 2 p.m. Continues through Nov. 7
208-442-3232On Stage
The Pavilion written by Craig Wright and directed by Matthew Cameron Clark runs Oct. 14-Nov. 7. The play is about a couple of sweethearts who meet again during their 20-year high school reunion. Interacting with various characters in their past, the two realize how going away and returning home again, nothing is ever quite the same. Dwayne Blackaller plays the character of Peter, Hollis Welsh plays Kari and Andrea Caban is the narrator. Artist Dwain Carver is the scenic designer for the production. $32 Fri. and Sat., $21 Wed., Thu. Sat. matinee, $12 previews, students and guests 25 and younger
Kathy Griffin
Thu., Nov. 19, 8 p.m. 208-426-1609On Stage
The Emmy Award winning comedian and fiery red haired star of "Kathy Griffin: My Life On The D-List" appears on stage for the amusement of the Boise audience. $38, $50, $100
The Boise Intergenerational Choir
Sat., Nov. 21, 4 p.m. 208-345-3441Concerts
The diverse choir under the direction of Vashti Summervill and Will Martin has more than 100 members of all ages, backgrounds and abilities. The public is invited to join The Boise Intergenerational Choir as they celebrate their third season exploring eclectic repertoires with a concert featuring a multi-generational group of singers.
Second annual Boise Record Show and Swap
Sun., Nov. 22 208-385-0111Festivals & Events
Dealers who are interested in selling vinyl at a rented table space pay $25 per table which includes free admission to the Vinyl Preservation's second anniversary party on Saturday, Nov. 21. For more information, e-mail info@vpsidaho.org or call 208-869-0485. The Vinyl Preservation Society of Idaho has their own space on myspace, check it out myspace.com/vpsidaho.
Animals Out of Paper
Tue., Nov. 24 208-442-3232On Stage
The play by Rajiv Joseph is directed by Maureen Towey and runs Nov. 24-Dec. 19. Origami artist, Ilana Andrews has lost a great deal in her life and the inspiration she is lacking is about to walk through the door of her disheveled studio apartment. Suresh is a phenomenally talented high school student whose boredom in calculus class is offset by a love of freestyle rhyming and a new interest in freestyle folding. Amateur origamist, Andy is the calculus teacher who brings them together and launches the play forward. $32 Fri. and Sat., $21 Wed., Thu. Sat. matinee, $12 previews, students and guests 25 and younger
The Swell Season
Fri., Nov. 27, 8 p.m. 208-345-0454Rock
The Swell Season is Glen Hansard and Marketa Irglova touring with a full band including members of The Frames. $36 adv., $39 door
Norma Jean, HORSE the band, The Chariot, Arsonists Get All The Girls
Mon., Nov. 30, 6:30 p.m. 208-919-0011Rock
$14 adv., $16 door
Family Fun For School-Aged Kids
Mondays, 7 p.m. Continues through Nov. 30 208-384-4200Kids & Teens
The library’s new weekly program series, Family Fun for School-Aged Kids, held Monday evenings in the Hayes Auditorium includes guest presenters, crafts, old-fashioned-fun board game nights, video gaming and more. No program on Columbus Day. FREE
Navigating the New Economy Fall Series
Second Tuesday of every month, 7 p.m. Continues through Dec. 8Talks & Lectures
The library hosts a series of programs of helpful tips to assist adults in assimilating to the changing economy. The program on Sept. 8 is: The Benefits of Volunteering. Learn how volunteering can help advance your career, learn about current volunteering opportunities in Boise and become a part of the national volunteering initiative. On Oct. 13: Dress for Success. Discover how to dress for interviews in a fashionable and affordable way. Tips include dressing for your body type and proper accessorizing. On Nov. 10: DIY (Do-It-Yourself) Presents. Save money for the holidays by giving handmade presents that fit your budget and learn about resources the library has on DIY projects. On Dec. 8: Interview Skills Workshop. Find out how to successfully interview for today’s workforce. A professional interviewer will give advice on improving interviewing skills. All programs are free and open to the public, and no registration is required. FREE
Treasure Valley Country Western Dance Association
Sat., Nov. 28, 7 p.m. and Sat., Dec. 12, 7 p.m. 208-377-5788Festivals & Events
The Treasure Valley Country Western Dance Association is hosts free monthly family friendly country dances with door prizes and snacks. DJs Linda and Randy have a play list and take requests all evening. For more information, call 208-941-4853 or visit sites.google.com/site/treasurevalleycwda. FREE
Boise Master Chorale
Fri., Dec. 18, 8 p.m. 208-344-4794Concerts
The Boise Master Chorale, under the direction of Dr. Jim Jirak, performs Handel's Messiah with full orchestra and soloists. $20
Boise Master Chorale
Sun., Dec. 20, 2 p.m. 208-344-4794Concerts
The Boise Master Chorale, under the direction of Dr. Jim Jirak, performs Handel's Messiah with full orchestra and soloists. $20
The X-mas Files or Miracle at Area 51
Fridays, Saturdays, 7:15 p.m., Sun., Dec. 13, 2 p.m., Sun., Dec. 20, 2 p.m. and Sun., Dec. 27, 2 p.m. Continues through Dec. 27 208-336-7383On Stage
No show on Christmas. For reservations, call 208-336-7383, go to www.ticketweb.com or e-mail iveseenelvis@yahoo.com. $7-$13
