8 DAYS OUT THE MOUSETRAP—A group of strangers is trapped together with a murderer on the loose in this classic by Agatha Christie. 8 p.m. $12-$40. Idaho Shakespeare Festival, 5657 Warm Springs Ave., 208-3369221, idahoshakespeare.org.
Workshops & Classes BASIC DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY—Learn basic photography, including how to use your camera and compose a picture using lighting, angles, the rule of thirds and depth of field. 7-9 p.m. $95-$100. Nampa Recreation Center, 131 Constitution Way, Nampa, 208-468-5858, nampaparksandrecreation.org. LAWN, GARDEN AND LANDSCAPE CSI—Learn to diagnose diseases, identify landscape and garden pests and solve common problems. Emphasis will be on an integrated, preventative, least-toxic approach that can save you money. 6-8 p.m. $10-$12. Nampa Recreation Center, 131 Constitution Way, Nampa, 208-468-5858, nampaparksandrecreation. org.
OKLAHOMA!—Opera Idaho presents its rendition of the musical that was Rodgers and Hammerstein’s first collaboration. Visit operaidaho.org for more info. See Picks, Page 17. 7 p.m. $15-$69. Idaho Botanical Garden, 2355 N. Penitentiary Road, Boise, 208-343-8649, idahobotanicalgarden.org. WESTERN ACTION ADVENTURE SHOW AND DINNER—A Western farce by Bob LaVelle. Enjoy a covered-wagon ride through the ranch plus the play, Is True Love a Con or Am I Just Too Far Gone? Enjoy a full barbecue buffet dinner with reserved dinner and show seating. Or tickets can be purchased for the show only. 6 p.m. $15-$45. Coolwater Creek Event Center, 7355 S. Eagle Road, Meridian, 208887-7880, coolwatercreek.com.
Screen
6-9 p.m. FREE. Eagle Performing Arts Center, 1125 E. State St., Eagle, 208-338-4633, epacdance.com.
MOVIE MADNESS—Movie hint: Norse god of thunder. 1 p.m. FREE. Garden City Library, 6015 Glenwood St., Garden City, 208-472-2941, notaquietlibrary.org.
Kids & Teens
Art DRY SPELL OPENING RECEPTION—View the new installation by Black Hunger gallery’s Eli Craven and Maria Chavez at the Art Space in the Eagle Performing Arts Academy. It will remain up through August. See Picks, Page 16.
CORBIN MAXEY THE REPTILE GUY—Corbin Maxey, a 22-year-old nationally recognized animal expert specializing in reptiles, is most notable for his numerous appearances on TV. Maxey will bring some of his favorite animals to the Meridian Library. Tickets must be secured in advance by visiting the Meridian Library. 11 a.m. FREE. Meridian Public Library, 1326 W. Cherry Lane, Meridian, 208-8884451, mld.org.
Kids & Teens PRESCHOOL STORYTIME—Stories and fun for preschoolers. 10-11 a.m. FREE. Garden City Library, 6015 Glenwood St., Garden City, 208-472-2941, notaquietlibrary.org. TEEN ROCK ’N’ ROLL WORKSHOP—If you want to learn to rock or just wanna show off your chops, check out this workshop with the guys from the Boise Rock School. For ages 12-18. 4 p.m. FREE. Ada Community Library, Lake Hazel Branch, 10489 Lake Hazel Road, Boise, 208-297-6700, adalib.org.
FRIDAY JULY 13 Festivals & Events KETCHUM ARTS FESTIVAL—Enjoy performances, kids’ arts activities, food and beer selections and the work of 125 local artists. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. FREE. Sun Valley Festival Meadows, Sun Valley Road, Ketchum, 208-309-1960, ketchumartsfestival.com. SPACE DAYS—See Wednesday. Discovery Center of Idaho, 131 Myrtle St., Boise, 208-343-9895, scidaho.org.
On Stage CINDERELLA—Broadway’s magical musical comedy about a working girl who can’t catch a break comes to life in this enchanting version of one of the most beloved fairy tales of all time. 8 p.m. $12-$24. Starlight Mountain Theatre, 850 S. Middlefork Road, Crouch, 208-462-5523, starlightmountaintheatre. com. COMEDY AT THE VARSITY: CHRIS SIMPSON— See Thursday. 8 p.m. $8. Varsity Pub, 1441 N. Eagle Road, Meridian, 208-906-0658, varsitypubmeridian. com. DAS BARBECU—See Wednesday. 8 p.m. $10-$30. Liberty Theatre, 110 N. Main St., Hailey, 208-5789122, companyoffools.org. JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT—See Thursday. 8 p.m. $15-$18, $10 student rush. Knock ‘Em Dead Dinner Theatre, 415 E. Parkcenter Blvd., Boise, 208-385-0021, kedproductions.org. LAUGHTER ON THE 23RD FLOOR—See Thursday. 8:15 p.m. $15. Stage Coach Theatre, 4802 W. Emerald Ave., Boise, 208-342-2000, stagecoachtheatre.com. LIQUID LAUGHS: SHAWN PELOFSKY—See Thursday. 8 p.m. and 10 p.m. $10. Liquid, 405 S. Eighth St., Ste. 110, Boise, 208-287-5379, liquidboise. com. THE MOUSETRAP—See Thursday. 8 p.m. $12-$40. Idaho Shakespeare Festival, 5657 Warm Springs Ave., 208-336-9221, idahoshakespeare.org.
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