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MTTheory hosts two-on-two break dance battles.
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RAFFLE PRIZES AT THE IDAHO GREEN EXPO 1. Energy Star washer and dryer, $3,100, R.C. Willey 2. Eco Green Bed, $3,000, R.C. Willey 3. Web site development, $2,000, Eagles Consulting Inc. 4. Scooter, $1,600, Idaho House of Scooters 5. Eco-friendly backyard concept design, $1,500, Brookside of Idaho 6. Trek Lime Bicycle, $589, Idaho Mountain Touring 7. One year of passes for ValleyRide bus, $432 —Source: idahogreenexpo.org
16 THURSDAY IGNITE BOISE 2 A few months back, anyone with a novel idea, a major gripe or information to share was invited to submit projects for the second Ignite Boise. The submissions were mulled over, and the most titillating, creative and thought-provoking presentations made the cut. The chosen will have five minutes and 20 slides to present their ideas. Some of the topics for the second go-around include what to do if you encounter a bobcat in the wild, the rich history of Turkish coffee and tips on the art of bartering. Early admission tickets got snatched up as soon as they were offered on the Web site, so if you don’t have a ticket, arrive early for a chance to get in during general admission. Once the theater is at capacity, you’ll have to wait until the next Ignite Boise event. 6:30 p.m., FREE, igniteboise.com. Egyptian Theatre, 700 W. Main St., Boise, 208-345-0454.
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17 FRIDAY 19 SUNDAY BUSSES, BUGS AND KARMANN GHIAS The largest Volkswagen show in Idaho is the Bus Pilots Association 15th Annual Family Reunion. The three-day event starts with a kick-off dinner and cruise at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, July 17, at the Sonic Drive-In (851 N. Orchard St.) in Boise. The Adolf Heckendorf Memorial Road Rally on Saturday, July 17, begins at 10 a.m. at the Boise Depot (2603 Eastover Terrace). This navigational road rally pits pilot and co-pilot against other sets of VW navigators in a mad dash around the streets of Boise using a route map to collect clues. All the friendly competition is followed by a leisurely float down Indian Creek in Kuna, which is open to the public. On Sunday, Ann Morrison Park fills with VW owners and those who like to look at all the custom, vintage and tricked-out VWs. Attendees are encouraged to pack a cooler and bring a chair to hang out for a day of music by All We Are, vendors, raffles, participant-judged classes and an awards presentation for the sweetest VW ride. Sunday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., FREE, buspilots.com. Ann Morrison Park, Americana Boulevard, Boise.
17 FRIDAY IT’S A B-BOY WORLD Break dancers spin, contort and freeze to show off their moves on the shiny wood floor during MTTheory’s Break Theory VI, a two-on-two break dance battle that plays out in front of a live audience. Contestants compete for props and a $200 cash prize. DJ Noah Hyde works the turntables, local hip-hop artist Eleven performs and the battle is hosted by Origin and TImbukII from Kamphire Collective. Word on the street is that a couple of breakers will make the trek up from Utah and spur the competition locally. 9 p.m., $5, mttheory.com. Neurolux, 111 N. 11th, Boise, 208-343-0886.
18 SATURDAY MOVIES UNDER THE STARS Catch a flick projected on a 25-foot by 14-foot inflatable movie screen in Julia Davis Park. The family friendly, animated movie Kung Fu Panda features the voices of Jack Black, Jackie Chan and Angelina Jolie and begins at dusk. Remember to bring a blanket, bug spray and a flashlight to find your way back to the designated parking. Picnics are welcome (pack it in, pack it out), or hit up the vendors for food and drinks. Before the movie starts, the Boise Parks and Recreation Mobile Recreation Van helps entertain the kiddos. 7 p.m., FREE, 208-384-4240, boiseschoolsfoundation.com. Gene Harris Bandshell in Julia Davis Park, 700 S. Capitol Blvd., Boise.
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Get on the bus and check out all the Volkswagens at the Bus Pilots Association 15th annual Family Reunion.
18 SATURDAY –EARTH-FRIENDLY 19 SUNDAY EXPO On the first day of the second-annual Idaho Green Expo, hop on a ValleyRide bus for free, or ride your bike both days and receive free valet bike parking. Affordable green tips and sustainable living are the main focus for the event that includes different ways to keep it local with products, goods and services. Feast your eyes on a selection of electric vehicles that have been converted from gas hogs to clean machines. Speakers include Boise Mayor David H. Bieter, along with other area mayors, representatives from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Yellowstone environmental protection specialists, filmmakers and activists. Raffles occur throughout the weekend, and there’s even an opportunity to get your brew on at the Eco Brew Festival (Saturday, July 18, 4-10 p.m., and Sunday, July 19, noon-7 p.m.) pouring in conjunction with the Idaho Green Expo. Sample regional beer and wine and hear music by local artists. Admission to the Eco Brew Festival is $10 and includes a souvenir mug and the chance to sample eight different beverages. Saturday, July 18, 10 a.m.-7 p.m., and Sunday, July 19, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. FREE admission to Idaho Green Expo, Boise Centre on the Grove, 850 W. Front St., Boise, idahogreenexpo.org.
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