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I’LL BE WARM FOR THE HOLIDAYS—The Imperial Sovereign Gem Court of Idaho kicks off the holiday season with their Annual Court Christmas Show. Proceeds benefit the Holiday Fund, helping the homeless. 7 p.m. $5 or bring a warm coat to donate. The Balcony Club, 150 N. Eighth St., second floor, Capitol Terrace, Boise, 208-3361313, www.thebalconyclub.com. 26
37TH ANNUAL MADRIGAL DINNER—An evening of Medieval music and Renaissance festivities. 6 p.m. $20 adults, $15 students and seniors. For tickets, contact 208-854-4291. Boise High School, 1010 Washington St., Boise. REGIONAL AMERICAN THEME DINNERS—Chef Jered Couch presents a Victorian American Christmas Dinner, featuring wines from the Zhoo Zhoo label. Make reservations by calling 208-949-9583. 7 p.m. $45. The Griddle in Eagle, 177 Eagle River St., Eagle, 208-939-9070, thegriddle.com.
REUSE MARKET OPEN HOUSE—Check out the everchanging array of unique art and craft materials, as well as interior design samples. 2-5 p.m. Donations accepted. The White Pine Boutique, 115 13th Ave. S., Nampa, 208-466-9083, www. thewhitepineboutique.com. SANTA BABY—See Picks, Page 25. Dinner starts at 6:15 p.m. Show runs from 7-9 p.m. $30 dinner buffet and show, $15 show only. Reservations are required. El Korah Shrine Center, 1118 W. Idaho St., Boise, www. elkorah.org.
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VARIETY SHOW—The International Student Organization performs traditional dancing, singing and other cultural acts from many countries. 6 p.m. $5 general, FREE with College of Idaho ID and children 12 and younger. Jewett Auditorium, The College of Idaho, 2112 E. Cleveland Blvd., Caldwell, 208-4593405 or 208-454-1376, www. caldwellfinearts.org.
ARTIST’S RECEPTION: APRIL VANDEGRIFT AND MEGAN LAURSEN—April Van De Grift and Megan Laursen get nostalgic with themes of family, memory and relations running thick in their joint exhibition entitled “A Stitch in Time.” 7 p.m. FREE. Visual Arts Collective, 3638 Osage St., Garden City, 208-424-8297, www.visualartscollective.com.
ARTIST RECEPTION—Featuring oil paintings by Alan MacDonald. 6-8 p.m. FREE. Stewart Gallery, 1110 W. Jefferson, Boise, 208433-0593, www.stewartgallery. com.
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ARTIST’S RECEPTION: “ART FOR THE HOLIDAYS”—Featuring paintings by gallery artists, including Tricia May, Mark Davis, Dwight Williams, Polly Barrett, Hugh Mossman and more. 6-8 p.m. Artisan Gallery, 124 E. State St., Eagle, 208-939-5889. FINE ARTS FESTIVAL— Celebrating the launch of this year’s fine arts festival, the opening reception showcases the works of more than 15 local artists. Featuring live music by Leta Neustaedter and Dan Costello and wine tasting from Woodriver Cellars Winery. Also, 10 percent of any purchase by a BAM member will be donated to the BAM. 6-9 p.m. FREE. The Waterfront at Lake Harbor, 3050 N. Lakeharbor Lane, Boise, www. thewaterfrontboise.com.
SATURDAY DEC. 5 Festivals & Events 30TH ANNUAL WINTERLAND PARADE—Hip, hip, it’s a holiday parade. Join parade marshals from the Quintieri Family of the Meridian Bowling Lanes for a fun time celebrating the holiday season. This year’s theme is Childhood Memories of Christmas. The parade route begins at Storey Park, then heads north on Main Street to Fairview, then east on Fairview and returns via Second and Third Streets, downtown Meridian. 10 a.m. FREE. CLAUS ‘N PAWS—Zoo Boise celebrates the holidays with free entry all day, musical entertainment and photos with Santa for $3. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. FREE. Zoo Boise, 355 Julia Davis Drive, Boise, 208-3844125, www.zooboise.org. EAGLE COUNTRY CHRISTMAS—It’s Christmas, country-style. Enjoy an abundance of kids’ activities, artistic treasures and community-driven services. Events going on all day. Visit the Web site for a detailed list of activities. 11:30 a.m.-8:30 p.m. www.eaglearts.org. Heritage Park, 185 E. State St., Eagle. HIP HOLIDAY MARKET—See Picks, Page 24. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. FREE. Flying M Coffeegarage, 1314 Second St. S., Nampa, 208-467-5533, flyingmcoffee. com. HOLIDAY FARMERS MARKET— This market puts a holiday spin on things with the addition of wreaths, floral arrangements, handmade cards, holiday art and more. Held on Eighth Street from Bannock to the Grove, downtown Boise. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. capitalcitypublicmarket.com.
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OLD BOISE N-SCALE MODEL RAILROADERS—Model trains and towns take over Old Boise. Santa will be available in the Old Boise Sixth and Main streets area for pictures. For more information, visit www.oldboise. com. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. FREE. The Pioneer Building, 106 N. Sixth St. (Third floor), Boise. REUSE MARKET OPEN HOUSE—See Friday. Noon-3 p.m. donations accepted. The White Pine Boutique, 115 13th Ave. S., Nampa, 208-466-9083, www.thewhitepineboutique.com.
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