8 DAYS OUT Literature
Odds & Ends
NICK O’CONNELL READING— The Seattle author and mountaineer will discuss his latest novel, The Storms of Denali. 7 p.m. FREE. Rediscovered Books, 180 N. Eighth St., Boise, 208376-4229, rdbooks.org.
HELLZAPOPPIN SIDESHOW— This globally renowned pirate ship of a circus sideshow recalls the heyday of circus, mixed with modern presentations, performers and music. You’ll witness strange and unusual feats of mind over matter and deathdefying stunts. For more info, check out hellzapoppin.com. 9 p.m. $10. Neurolux, 111 N. 11th St., Boise, 208-343-0886, neurolux.com.
Citizen MERIDIAN EDUCATION FOUNDATION ONLINE AUCTION—The Meridian Education Foundation supports creative and innovative classroom programs. The online auction raises money to support teachers in the Meridian School District. 10 a.m., theeducationfoundation.afrogs.org.
Animals & Pets BENEFIT CAR/DOG WASH— Proceeds from the donation-only event will benefit Helping Idaho Dogs, a local nonprofit designed to educate people on the importance of being responsible pet owners. Visit helpingidahodogs. org for more information, or call Broadview University at 208-5772900. Noon-4 p.m. Donations accepted. Broadview University, 750 E. Gala Court, Meridian, 1-866-253-7744, broadviewuniversity.edu.
Kids & Teens COMMUNITY CENTER BLOCK PARTY—Enjoy some family fun and games like a water a balloon toss, foosball and board games. The Boise Parks and Recreation mobile recreation van will coordinate capture the flag, dodgeball and field games. 107.1 FM KHITS will provide music and prizes. 5-7 p.m. FREE. Whitney Elementary School, 1609 S. Owyhee St., Boise.
SATURDAY AUG. 18
LOCK-IN FOR KIDS—Get locked in at the Nampa Rec Center all night. Kids will enjoy movies, swimming, games and a pizza party. 7 p.m. $20-$25. Nampa Recreation Center, 131 Constitution Way, Nampa, 208468-5858, nampaparksandrecreation.org.
Festivals & Events GIRL SCOUT GREENFEST— This family event promotes the preservation of our environment while celebrating 100 years of Girl Scouts. Featuring info booths from green businesses around Idaho, a variety of entertainment and a Girl Scout cookie booth. Visit girlscouts-ssc.org for more information. 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. FREE. Capitol Park, 601 W. Jefferson St., Boise.
MICRON MATH NIGHTS— Enjoy free admission for the entire family, math challenge tables and an interactive math presentation as part of Micron Foundation and Discovery Center of Idaho’s Math Fun d’Mentals program. 4:30-7:30 p.m. Discovery Center of Idaho, 131 Myrtle St., Boise, 208-343-9895, scidaho.org.
KOKANEE OUTDOOR DAY— Celebrate the outdoors of Idaho and the kokanee salmon at this
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festival, which includes free water games for kids, artist booths, conservation group booths and activities, gypsy fortuneteller, birds of prey, live music, salmon burgers, a beer garden, ice cream and more. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. John Brogan Park, 35 miles up Idaho 21 from Boise, Idaho City. NEW BELGIUM TOUR DE FAT—Wear something colorful and enjoy a bike parade, performances by Sierra Leone’s Refugee All Stars, Sean Hayes, Yo-Yo People and Sssnakenstein—and, of course, New Belgium brews—at this annual festival celebrating two-wheeled rides. Visit newbelgium.com for more info. See Picks, Page 20. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Ann Morrison Park, Americana Boulevard, Boise. WESTERN IDAHO FAIR—See Friday. Noon-11 p.m. $2-$7 admission. Expo Idaho, 5610 Glenwood St., Garden City, 208-287-5650, expoidaho.com.
On Stage BILL MAHER—The Emmy-nominated comedian, social critic, political commentator, author and TV host will perform. Tickets available at idahotickets.com, in select Treasure Valley Albertsons locations, at the Morrison Center box office or by calling 208-4261110. Win tickets from Boise Weekly. Visit the Promo Page to enter. See Arts, page 32. 8 p.m. $45-$75. Morrison Center for the Performing Arts, 2201 Cesar Chavez Lane, Boise, 208-4261609, mc.boisestate.edu. CINDERELLA—See Wednesday. 8 p.m. $12-$24. Starlight Mountain Theatre, 850 S. Middlefork Road, Crouch, 208-462-5523, starlightmountaintheatre.com. COMEDY AT THE VARSITY: RICK PULIDO—See Thursday. 7 p.m. $8. Varsity Pub, 1441 N. Eagle Road, Meridian, 208-9060658, varsitypubmeridian.com. THE IMAGINARY INVALID—See Wednesday. 8 p.m. $12-$40. Idaho Shakespeare Festival, 5657 Warm Springs Ave., Boise, 208-336-9221, idahoshakespeare.org. JOHN AND JEN, THE MUSICAL—See Thursday. 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. $10 general admission, $5 with valid student ID. Rocky Mountain High School, 5450 N. Linder Road, Meridian, 208-3504340, rmhs.meridianschools. org. LIQUID LAUGHS: BRIAN MCKIM—See Thursday. Buy one ticket, get one free for the late show. 8 p.m. and 10 p.m. $10. Liquid, 405 S. Eighth St., Ste. 110, Boise, 208-287-5379, liquidboise.com. THERE’S CHINESE TUNNELS UNDER BOISE!—See Wednesday. 8 p.m. $15 adv., $18 door. Boise WaterCooler, 1401 W. Idaho St., Boise. TWELFTH NIGHT—See Thursday. 6 p.m. $20, FREE for children younger than 12. Ski and Heritage Museum/Forest Service Park, 180 First Ave. E., Ketchum, 208-726-8118, ksvhs.com.
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