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Rules at Boise parks are changing to accommodate service dogs

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Mechanical Pharmacy There may soon be a contraception vending machine at Boise State

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EDITOR’S NOTE BURGER BITES It’s funny how some things only seem to make sense during certain times of the year. Giving Christmas presents in July, hanging out at the pool in December and hiding Easter eggs in February are pretty absurd activities. However, the unlikeliest scenario can sometimes produce the greatest reward.

Hamburgers are most often associated with warm weather.

Summertime get-togethers are often depicted by somebody flipping patties on a grill. Imagine, though, how satisfying a juicy burger would be on a frigid day, as you step out of an icy wind into one of the great restaurants listed below, and wrap your hands around a mouthwatering beef-and-bun masterpiece.

Burgers are the perfect cold-weather food, which is why we are happy to announce the inaugural Boise Burger Week, presented

by Boise Weekly and Idaho Beef Council, Dec. 13-19. It’s a big win-win-win. First, a portion of proceeds during this week will go toward the Idaho Beef Council Beef Counts Program, which benefits the Idaho FoodBank. Second, share pictures of your burgers tagged with @bwburgerweek, @boiseweekly, @idahobeefcouncil and #BWBurgerweek on Instagram and Twitter, and you’ll be entered to win some sweet prizes. Third, you’re going to eat some awesome burgers at these Boise Burger Week 2017 participating restaurants: Big Bun Big Jud’s—Boise and Meridian Boise Fry Company—Bown, Downtown and State St. Double Tap Eureka!

Fanci Freez Sofia’s Greek Bistro The Counter Visit boiseburgerweek.com for more information (and addresses).

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GROOMED RUN Southwest Idaho snow recreation areas began opening for business on Dec. 8. Read more on start dates for Bogus, Tamarack, Brundage and Gateway Parks at Rec & Sports/ Rec News.

ANNOUNCE-FORT Treefort Music Fest has dropped its first round of participating musical acts, including big names like George Clinton & Parliament Funkadelic, and Andrew W.K. Find a full list at Music/Music.

UNANIMOUS Idaho Democratic Party staff have elected to unionize, and authorized the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers as their bargaining representative. Learn more at News/Citydesk.

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NEWS PUSH HERE FOR HEALTH AND WELLNESS

Signage at Boise parks raised concerns about ADA accessibility.

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Boise State could get a machine that dispenses everything from acetaminophen to Plan B VERONICA LEMASTER

As early as next year, Boise State University students might find a new vending machine on the second floor of the Student Union Building.

The new machine would dispense condoms, pregnancy tests, Plan B medication and a number of other health products. If approved, Boise State would join a select number of American universities that already offer the new vending machines.

Students at Boise State will have economics major Haydn Bryan to thank if the machine becomes a reality. The junior, who has been working on the proposal for nearly nine months, said he got the idea after watching a video on Snapchat about the “Wellness-to-Go” vending machine at the University of California, Davis, the brainchild of Parteek Singh, who was student body president at UC Davis in 2015.

Earlier this year, Bryan asked Singh for guidance on getting something similar for Boise State.

Bryan said Singh helped him create the proposal he formally presented to the Boise State University Health Services department—Bryan is among students from more than 30 schools “interested in learning how to do the same thing on their campuses,” according to a September 2017 New York Times article.

Bryan saw the initial need for a health and wellness vending machine two years ago, he said, due to the number of students in immediate need of health products but unable to get them quickly due to a lack of accessibility.

“I understand that student needs are diverse and variable, and that accessibility and privacy will only serve to create a healthier and more empowered student body,” Bryan wrote in an email. “Facilitating the purchase of healthcare items allows students to manage their own healthcare needs in an efficient and economical manner. I have a personal passion for this project because I know multiple individuals that needed a program like this, and they didn’t have anywhere to turn to.”

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A vending machine that dispenses contraceptives could appear at Boise State as early as next year.

The vending machine in the Boise State SUB would sit in a discreet corner where users would be afforded some privacy. The available items could be everything from acetaminophen (Tylenol) and allergy medicine, to pregnancy tests, contraceptives, personal lubricants and Plan B, as well as other health items unavailable on campus during late-night hours.

According to Bryan’s proposal, the location of the machine would also provide much needed “accessibility … to on-campus, affordable, overthe-counter health care products,” and the cost of keeping the machine filled could also be reduced, since the university has buying power to purchase large quantities.

University Health Services provides many of the health and wellness items that would be available in the vending machine, but its hours are limited: It’s only open 8 a.m.-5 p.m. weekdays and closed on weekends. The SUB, however, is open 6 a.m.-midnight daily, adding approximately 70 additional hours per week in which students would have access to items they need at night or on weekends. The new vending machine would also be a resource for students who can’t go off-campus to get health and wellness products.

Bryan said all of the feedback he has received so far has been positive, and he hopes to see the vending machine on campus by the end of the spring 2018 semester. So far, he has received support from University Health Services, operators of the SUB and the Boise State University Bookstore, which would help keep the vending machine stocked. The estimated one-time cost of the machine is $4,300, which includes customized vinyl wrapping.

But the most crucial step is still to come:

Bryan said he’ll soon make his presentation to the Associated Students of Boise State University, the student government body (of which he is chief of staff). The vending machine may not be installed without ASBSU endorsement and funding.

“I’m excited to see where this project goes, and I’m happy it is nearing completion,” Bryan wrote.

University Health Services Director of Wellness Michelle Ihmels said the vending machine may not lessen the in-person visits to the campus health services center in the Norco Building, but it could reduce the number of visits to local grocery stores or pharmacies for the items.

“The vending machines will positively impact the students by providing them with more access to over-the-counter items that they might need, especially during hours when Health Services is closed, and it will allow students to not have to leave campus to get these items,” said Ihmels. “It can also help reduce stigma or embarrassment by providing some of these items in a self-service, confidential manner.”

Meanwhile, in California, Singh has since graduated. He said students from all over the country are expressing interest in getting wellness vending machines on their campuses, and he’s working on what he calls a “universal planning guide” to help students create their own proposals.

“Every college campus should have this resource,” Singh told Boise Weekly. “It’s a way to destigmatize [the products], as well as provide privacy so students feel comfortable getting and using them.”

Debra Reyburn, a disabled Boise woman who requires a service dog, says she ran into a good amount of pushback from other citizens at Hyatt Hidden Lakes Reserve while walking there. Some recreators even told her that she had no business bringing her dog into a city park.

“Some were very confrontational and hostile about my service dog. I had people taking photographs of me and my license plate,” said Reyburn. “I just had to stop going there because people were really nasty.”

The signs at the entrances to Hyatt Hidden Lakes Reserve read that dogs were prohibited in the park—no exceptions allowed—but Reyburn and her dog Bella had every right to be there. The Americans with Disabilities Act states that any “state or local government, business or nonprofit that serve the public must allow service animals…in all areas of the facility where the public is normally allowed to go.”

“It’s not as if there was any question about Bella being a service dog,” Reyburn said. “She’s not what some people call their ‘emotional support’ dogs. Bella is a service dog with very particular things that she can do for me.”

Reyburn was struck by the West Nile virus and encephalitis 12 years ago. She said the disease nearly killed her, and triggered issues with her speech and movement.

“It’s been a long process, but I look at that as being my life’s greatest teacher,” she said, adding that she thought park users at Hyatt Hidden Lakes Reserve needed to learn a lesson as well. That’s why she penned a letter to the City of Boise, and sent copies to the Idaho Attorney General’s office and the U.S. Department of Justice, writing: “I do not have an equal opportunity to enjoy Hyatt Lakes because of the signage and the interpretation of those signs by patrons.”

City officials quickly fixed the error, installing new signage making it clear that service dogs were indeed allowed in public spaces. The city also updated its web pages to confirm the clarification. That prompted Reyburn to write another letter—but this time with a word of thanks.

“The new signs actually make me feel that I and my service animal are welcome in this wonderful community,” she wrote.

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CALENDAR WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 13 Festivals & Events FAR WEST AGRIBUSINESS ANNUAL MEETING AND WINTER CONFERENCE—The Far West Agribusiness conference wraps up with a general session followed by breakout sessions and lunch.

8 a.m. $75-$300. Boise Centre, 850 W. Front St., Boise, 208-3368900, fwaa.org.

HOLIDAY LIGHTS TROLLEY TOURS—Enjoy the sights and sounds of festive lights and classic holiday music. Depart from the coffee shop behind Sockeye Grill in the Library Plaza, corner of Cole and Ustick. Tours will run nightly at 7 p.m., except for closures on Dec. 15, Dec. 17 and Christmas Day. 7 p.m. $5-$18. Evergreen Business Mall-Library Plaza, corner of Cole and Ustick, Boise, 208-433-0849, boisetrolleytours.com.

WINTER GARDEN AGLOW—6-9 p.m. FREE-$12. Idaho Botanical Garden, 2355 Old Penitentiary Road, Boise, 208-343-8649, idahobotanicalgarden.org/wintergarden-aglow.

On Stage BCT: THE STORM IN THE BARN—7 p.m. $10-$35. Boise Contemporary Theater, 854 Fulton St., Boise, 208-331-9224, bctheater.org.

HOMEGROWN THEATRE’S 6TH ANNUAL HORRIFIC PUPPET AFFAIR: A VERY HORRIFIC HOLIDAY SPECIAL—Join HGT to ring in the holidays at their biggest Puppet Affair yet, bringing together local playwrights, puppeteers and playmakers for a special holiday puppet cabaret crammed full of original tales of horror. 8 p.m. $5-$10. Woodland Empire Ale Craft, 1114 W. Front St., Boise, 208-426-0510.

THURSDAY, DEC. 14

IDA HO HO BENEFIT CONCERT— This holiday concert that will warm your heart and rock your soul. All proceeds will benefit the Women’s and Children’s Alliance. With Lounge on Fire, Pure Ivy, Swillbilly, Steve Fulton, Leta Neustaedter, Vashti Summervill, Lindsey Hunt, Rob Harding, The Moody Jews, and Eric Henderson with special guests The Golden Girls. 7 p.m. $12- $15.

Visual Arts Collective, 3638 Osage St., Garden City, 208-424-8297, riverinteractive.com.

MURDER AT THE SPEAK EASY INTERACTIVE MURDER MYSTERY—There’s going to be a murder and you’ll be there to help solve the crime. You can enjoy a four-course dinner by Romio’s Greek and Italian Restaurant, or just the show. (Dinners must be ordered by 5 p.m. the day before your show.) Doors open at 6:15 p.m. for dinner, 6:30 p.m. for show. 7 p.m. $15-$20 show only, $24-$49.95 with dinner. The Playhouse Boise, 8001 W. Fairview Ave., Boise, 208-779-0092, playhouseboise.com/theatershows.html.

Talks & Lectures CHILDREN’S MENTAL HEALTH CONVERSATION—Join this Q&A regarding how to help our children with social and emotional health concerns in 2017. It is important to understand the challenges our children are facing, what your role as parents can be, and start a conversation on how to help. For ages 18 and older. 6:30-8 p.m.

FREE. Jack’s Urban Meeting Place, 1000 W. Myrtle St., Boise, 208639-6610, jumpboise.org.

THURSDAY DECEMBER 14 Festivals & Events 2ND ANNUAL LET’S GET TOGETHER CHARITY EVENT—Get your Christmas shopping done at this alternative Christmas event.

Instead of buying your loved ones more “stuff,” buy them something more meaningful like a donation

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in their name to a wonderful Idaho nonprofit. Hosted by Meriwether Cider and Payette Brewing, the event’s purpose is to bring multiple nonprofits in the Treasure Valley together so the public can explore volunteer opportunities and donation-based giving. 5-8 p.m. FREE. Payette Brewing River Street Taproom, 733 S. Pioneer St., Boise, 208-972-6725.

YOUR HEALTH IDAHO OPEN HOUSE—If you aren’t covered by workplace health insurance, you may need to enroll in Your Health Idaho. You can get answers to your questions and learn how to navigate through the YHI website at workshops at Boise Public Library. Amanda Davison, a YHIcertified agent, will be presenting information about plans available this year. 5:30-8:30 p.m. FREE. Boise Public Library, 715 S. Capitol Blvd., Boise, 208-602-9894, boisepubliclibrary.org.

On Stage ALLEY REP: GOLDEN GIRLS CHRISTMAS EXTRAVAGANZA—8 p.m. $15-$35. Visual Arts Collective, 3638 Osage St., Garden City, 208-424-8297, alleyrep.org.

BCT: THE STORM IN THE BARN—7 p.m. $10-$35. Boise Contemporary Theater, 854 Fulton St., Boise, 208-331-9224, bctheater.org/shows/1718_season/ the-storm-in-the-barn/.

COMEDIAN ANDREW SLEIGHTER—8 p.m. $12. Liquid Lounge, 405 S. Eighth St., Boise, 208-9412459, liquidboise.com.

HOMEGROWN THEATRE’S 6TH ANNUAL HORRIFIC PUPPET AFFAIR: A VERY HORRIFIC HOLIDAY SPECIAL—8 p.m. $5$10. Woodland Empire Ale Craft, 1114 W. Front St., Boise, 208426-0510.

STAGE COACH: THE GREAT AMERICAN TRAILER PARK CHRISTMAS MUSICAL—7:30 p.m. $20. Stage Coach Theatre, 4802 W. Emerald Ave., Boise,

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BOONE RODRIGUE Z Idaho girl turned Idaho author.

Christmas with the dinosaurs.

Fritz, Clara and the Mouse King are back.

EMILY RUSKOVICH AUTHOR TALK

FLAVORFUL FAIRYTALES: SANTASAURUS

BALLET IDAHO: THE NUTCRACKER

O. Henry Award-winning author Emily Ruskovich is proof that while you can take the girl out of Idaho, you can’t take Idaho out of the girl. Born and raised on Hoodoo Mountain in the Idaho panhandle, Ruskovich left the Gem State to attend the Iowa Writers’ Workshop, but ultimately returned home to the state that informed her fiction. In her debut novel, Idaho, Ruskovich explores the complexity of love and tragedy against the backdrop of the mountains she grew up in, crafting a setting and tone that will resonate with anyone who has traveled there. Boise bookworms are invited to stop by Rediscovered Books on Eighth Street Thursday, Dec. 7, to meet Ruskovich—who teaches Creative Writing at Boise State University—hear more about her novel and pick up a signed copy of the book.

7-8:30 p.m., FREE. Rediscovered Books, 180 N. Eighth St., 208-376-4229, rdbooks.org.

What does Christmas have to do with dinosaurs? Well, usually not much—unless you ask Niamh Sharkey, the children’s book author who wrote Santasaurus, a playful story about Christmas in Dinosaur Town that features a hat-wearing dinosaur as Santa Claus. On Thursday, Dec. 14, the staff at JUMP will lead a class for kids centered around the jurassic holiday tale, including a storytime reading of the book, a “deviled dinosaur eggs” cooking class and a “Santasaurus bearded hats” craft project. The class is open to all ages, as long as a parent tags along to supervise the dino-centric fun. Whether you have a little one obsessed with dinosaurs or just want a family break from holiday shopping, this class is sure to fit the bill for an unexpected Christmas treat. Register online before Dec. 12 to secure a slot.

4:30-5:30 p.m., $15. JUMP, 1000 W. Myrtle St., 208-639-6610, jumpboise.org.

The Nutcracker, first performed in St. Petersburg, Russia, in December of 1892, has been a Christmas classic around the world for more than 100 years. For many families, particularly those with little girls, the holidays aren’t complete without a trip to see the ballet performed on stage. This year, Ballet Idaho is bringing The Nutcracker back to Boise with five performances at the Morrison Center, featuring the original scores by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky and choreography by Peter Anastos. The event promises beautifully crafted costumes and sets, a stunning snow scene and appearances from more than 100 Ballet Idaho Academy dancers. Plus, Ballet Idaho is offering a Nutcracker Party (complete with cast photos, autographs and prizes) and backstage tours to “make your Nutcracker experience even more magical.”

Performance times vary, $38-$61. Morrison Center, 2201 W. Cesar Chavez Lane, 208-343-0556, balletidaho.org.

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Literature AUTHOR EMILY RUSKOVICH: IDAHO—Author Emily Ruskovich grew up in the Idaho Panhandle on Hoodoo Mountain. A winner of a 2015 O. Henry Award and a graduate of the Iowa Writers’ Workshop, she currently teaches creative writing at Boise State University and lives in Idaho City.

7 p.m. FREE. Rediscovered Books, 180 N. Eighth St., Boise, 208-3764229, rdbooks.org.

Odds & Ends STOCKING STUFFERS FOR ROCK HOUNDS—Drop by the Museum of Mining and Geology to find gifts for your special rock hounds. You’ll find books, jewelry, polished and rough stones, rock hammers, fossils and more, ranging in price from 50 cents to

$45. Noon-4:30 p.m. FREE. Idaho Museum of Mining and Geology, 2455 Old Penitentiary Road, 208368-9876, idahomuseum.org.

FRIDAY DECEMBER 15 On Stage

COMEDIAN ANDREW SLEIGHTER—8 p.m. and 10 p.m. $15.

Liquid Lounge, 405 S. Eighth St., 208-941-2459, liquidboise.com.

COMEDYSPORTZ IMPROV—Two teams of comics battle it out for your laughs. Suitable for all ages.

7:30 p.m. $5-$10. ComedySportz Boise, 4619 Emerald St., Boise, 208-991-4746, boisecomedy. com.

ALLEY REP: GOLDEN GIRLS CHRISTMAS EXTRAVAGANZA—8 p.m. $15-$35. Visual Arts Collective, 3638 Osage St., Garden City, 208-424-8297, alleyrep.org.

DREAMWEAVER: YES, VIRGINIA THE MUSICAL—7 p.m. $5-$7.

Fishbowl Performing Arts Studio, Karcher Mall, 1509 Caldwell Blvd., Ste. 1141, Nampa, dreamweaverproductions.org.

BALLET IDAHO: THE NUTCRACKER—Enjoy this timeless family classic. 7:30 p.m. $38-$61.

Morrison Center for the Performing Arts, 2201 Cesar Chavez Lane, Boise, 208-426-1110, balletidaho.org.

HOMEGROWN THEATRE’S 6TH ANNUAL HORRIFIC PUPPET AFFAIR: A VERY HORRIFIC HOLIDAY SPECIAL—8 p.m. $5$10. Woodland Empire Ale Craft, 1114 W. Front St., Boise, 208426-0510.

BCT: THE STORM IN THE BARN—2 p.m. and 8 p.m. $10$35. Boise Contemporary Theater, 854 Fulton St., Boise, 208-3319224, bctheater.org.

STAGE COACH: THE GREAT AMERICAN TRAILER PARK CHRISTMAS MUSICAL—8 p.m. $20. Stage Coach Theatre, 4802 W. Emerald Ave., Boise, 208-3422000, stagecoachtheatre.com.

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TRADITIONS OF CHRISTMAS— This Radio City Music Hall-style show features a cast of 60, spectacular sets, live animals and over 400 costumes. 7 p.m. $20-$33.

Nampa Civic Center, 311 Third St. S., Nampa, 208-468-5555, TraditionsOfChristmasNW.com.

VICE SQUIWLY BONES: GESAMTKUNSTWERK WITH JAYMES MANSFIELD—Jaymes Mansfield of Rupaul’s Drag Race joins local drag and burlesque performers for a night of outrageous performances. 8 p.m. $15-$20, $45 VIP. Balcony Club, 150 N. Eighth St., Boise, 208-336-1313.

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Sports and suds: the perfect holiday marriage.

HOT CARDS AND COLD BEER Jerry’s Rookie Shop in Garden City, which sells sports cards, collectibles, vintage finds and more, has hosted an event billed as the longest-running Sports Card Show in the Treasure Valley for the past 20 years. The 2017 edition, dubbed Hot Cards and Cold Beer, will take place Saturday, Dec. 16, at Powderhaus Brewing in Garden City, and will pair sports card-packed tables with cold alpine brews. There’s no better way to for sports fans to spend a Saturday than browsing the latest and greatest (and the oldest and most classic) in sports cards and memorabilia while sipping some quality suds—and if you’re not, then this may be the perfect time to Christmas shop for someone who is. Plus, admission is free for the whole family, so kids are welcome to join in on browsing the goods.

10 a.m.-6 p.m., FREE. Powderhaus Brewing Company, 9719 W. Chinden Blvd., Garden City, 208-376-4026, powderhausbrewing.com.

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THE SPILL: WEARING LAYERS—Hear real stories, told by real people, and tell your own five-minute true story that relates literally or figuratively to the poem of the night, which is about wearing layers. John Lea will be at the event to read his poem live. 7:30 p.m. $3. Flying M Coffeegarage, 1314 Second St. S., Nampa, 208467-5533, flyingmcoffee.com.

Kids & Teens BALLET IDAHO’S THE NUTCRACKER PARTY—Meet favorite characters from Ballet Idaho’s The Nutcracker at this incredible holiday experience for photos and autographs just prior to the performance. 6 p.m. $25. Morrison Center for the Performing Arts, 2201 Cesar Chavez Lane, Boise, 208-343-0556, balletidaho.org/ events/the-nutcracker-party/.

TVCT: THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER—For ages 6-15.

7 p.m. $6-$8. Boise Little Theater, 100 E. Fort St., Boise, 208-3425104, treasurevalleychildrenstheater.com.

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CALENDAR Odds & Ends KINGS OF SWING CHRISTMAS DANCE—7-9 p.m. $10, $18 couples. Dick Eardley Boise Senior Center, 690 Robbins Road, Boise, 208-608-7580, seniorcenter. cityofboise.org.

Food BOISE RESCUE MISSION CHRISTMAS BANQUET-BOISE— Call to register for Holiday Food Box, toys and/or a meal at our banquet. To volunteer, go to boiserm.org. 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. FREE. Cathedral of the Rockies, First United Methodist Church, 717 N. 11th St., Boise, 208-338-5433, boiserm.org.

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BBP CHRISTMAS KIDS BIKE GIVEAWAY AFTERPARTY—Take your stainless steel cup (or reusable 16 oz. cup) because $1 from every beer filled in a stainless steel cup will be donated to BBP. Noon-5 p.m. FREE. Lost Grove Brewing, 1026 S. La Pointe St., Boise, facebook.com/LostGroveBrewing.

OH WHAT FUN FASHION SHOW— Join Voxn Clothing to spread some holiday cheer at this holidaythemed fashion show featuring all local models, local dancers, local musicians and local designs. A percentage of your ticket benefits the Women’s and Children’s Alliance Foundation. 7-9 p.m. $20.

Voxn Clothing, 778 W. Broad St., Boise, 208-392-1112.

WREATHS ACROSS AMERICA REMEMBRANCE CEREMONY— Join in the Wreaths Across America Remembrance Day at the Idaho State Veterans Cemetery.

The community is invited to attend and help lay over 4,000 memorial evergreen wreaths on the grave sites of the veterans and families laid to rest in the cemetery. 10 a.m. FREE. Idaho State Veterans Cemetery, 10100 Horseshoe Bend Road, Boise, 208-780-1340, veterans.idaho.gov.

On Stage ALLEY REP: GOLDEN GIRLS CHRISTMAS EXTRAVAGANZA—8 p.m. $15-$35. Visual Arts Collective, 3638 Osage St., Garden City, 208-424-8297, alleyrep.org.

BALLET IDAHO: THE NUTCRACKER—2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. $38-$61. Morrison Center for the Performing Arts, 2201 Cesar Chavez Lane, Boise, 208-4261110, balletidaho.org.

BCT: THE STORM IN THE BARN—2 p.m. and 8 p.m. $10$35. Boise Contemporary Theater, 854 Fulton St., Boise, 208-3319224, bctheater.org.

BOISE CLASSIC MOVIES: CHRISTMAS VACATION—Clark Griswold is decking the halls and the big screen at the Egyptian Theatre for two shows. Take the whole clan to the all-ages show at 4:30 p.m. Head to the 8 p.m. show if you’re craving beer, wine or mulled wine with the show. 4:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. $9-$11. Egyptian Theatre, 700 W. Main St., Boise, 208-387-1273, boiseclassicmovies.com/deals.

COMEDIAN ANDREW SLEIGHTER—8 p.m. and 10 p.m. $15.

Liquid Lounge, 405 S. Eighth St., Boise, 208-941-2459, liquidboise. com.

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BOISE FARMERS MARKET INDOOR WINTER MARKET—9 a.m.-2 p.m. FREE. Boise Farmers Market Indoor Winter Market, Eighth and Fulton Streets, Boise, 208-345-9287, theboisefarmersmarket.com.

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BASQUE FOUNDATION SHEEPHERDERS BALL—Don’t miss the annual Sheepherders Ball fundraiser for the Basque Foundation. Enjoy some music, do a little dancing, and watch the Oinkari Basque Dancers, beginning at 8 p.m. They’ll be followed by the lamb auction, which raises funds for the Basque charities account.

The dance, featuring Amuma Says No, will follow. 8 p.m.-1 a.m.

FREE-$5. Basque Center, 601 W. Grove St., Boise, 208-331-5097, basquecenter.com.

FREE CITIZENSHIP EVENT: GET HELP COMPLETING APPLICATIONS—Attorneys and volunteers will help you complete your U.S. citizenship application.

Partial scholarships are available depending on family income. Call to make an appointment and learn what information and documents you will need. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. FREE. Our Lady of the Valley Catholic Church, 1122 W. Linden St., Caldwell, 208-614-1968.

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BOISE STATE WINTER COMMENCEMENT—10 a.m. FREE. Taco Bell Arena, 1910 University Drive, Boise State campus, Boise, 208-426-1900, tacobellarena. com.

CAPITAL CITY PUBLIC MARKET HOLIDAY MARKET—10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. FREE. Grove Plaza, Downtown on Eighth Street between Main and Front streets, Boise, capitalcitypublicmarket. com.

CITY SANTA—Families are invited to take their children to tell Santa their Christmas wishes. Donations benefit the Women’s and Children’s Alliance of Boise. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. By donation. D.L. Evans Bank, 890 W. Main St., Boise, 208-3311399.

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THE J.R. SIMPLOT COMPANY PRESENTS:

COMEDYSPORTZ IMPROV—7:30 p.m. $5-$10. ComedySportz Boise, 4619 Emerald St., Boise, 208-991-4746, boisecomedy. com.

DAPPER DOYLE AND THE REVELRY REVUE HOLIDAY EXTRAVAGANZA—Don’t miss what’s under the tree because just like last year, they’re gonna make it rain. 8 p.m. $10. The Shredder, 430 S. 10th, Boise, 208-3454355.

DREAMWEAVER: KEN LUDWIG’S TWAS THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS—2 p.m. $5.

Fishbowl Performing Arts Studio, Karcher Mall, 1509 Caldwell Blvd., Ste. 1141, Nampa, dreamweaverproductions.org.

DREAMWEAVER: YES, VIRGINIA THE MUSICAL—7 p.m. $5-$7.

Fishbowl Performing Arts Studio, Karcher Mall, 1509 Caldwell Blvd., Ste. 1141, Nampa, dreamweaverproductions.org.

HOMEGROWN THEATRE’S 6TH ANNUAL HORRIFIC PUPPET AFFAIR: A VERY HORRIFIC HOLIDAY SPECIAL—8 p.m. and 10:15 p.m. $5-$10. Woodland Empire Ale Craft, 1114 W. Front St., Boise, 208-426-0510.

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STAGE COACH: THE GREAT AMERICAN TRAILER PARK CHRISTMAS MUSICAL—8 p.m. $20. Stage Coach Theatre, 4802 W. Emerald Ave., Boise, 208-3422000, stagecoachtheatre.com.

TVCT: THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER—For ages 6-15.

2 p.m. $6-$8. Boise Little Theater, 100 E. Fort St., Boise, 208-3425104, treasurevalleychildrenstheater.com.

TRADITIONS OF CHRISTMAS—3 p.m. and 7 p.m. $20-$33. Nampa Civic Center, 311 Third St. S., Nampa, 208-468-5555, TraditionsOfChristmasNW.com.

Odds & Ends

Sports & Fitness IDAHO LEARN TO SKI DAY AT TAMARACK—People ages 13 and older get their first taste of skiing or snowboarding. 8 a.m.

FREE. Tamarack Resort, 2099 W. Mountain Road, Donnelly, 208325-1000, tamarackidaho.com/ event/idaho-learn-ski-day.

Kids & Teens BALLET IDAHO’S THE NUTCRACKER PARTY—12:30 p.m. and 6 p.m. $25. Morrison Center for the Performing Arts, 2201 Cesar Chavez Lane, Boise, 208343-0556, balletidaho.org.

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HOT CARDS AND COLD BEER— Check out the Treasure Valley’s original and longest running Sports Card Show, hosted by Jerry’s Rookie Shop. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. FREE. Powderhaus Brewing Company, 9719 W. Chinden Blvd., Garden City, 208-338-3828.

PROCRASTINATOR’S DREAM CHRISTMAS—Enjoy raffles and door prizes given out at 2 p.m., plus food, vendors with gift ideas, from handmade goods, crafts and fresh homemade treats and eats. Santa will be available for pictures. They will also be collecting donations for Toys for Tots and Fire Fighters Burnout Fund on site.

10 a.m.-4 p.m. FREE. Meridian Senior Center at the Park, Julius M. Kleiner Park, 1920 N. Records Way, Meridian, 208-888-5555.

VIZCAYA HOLIDAY MARKET: ART AND WINE—Sip on wine and nosh on great food while you browse through some fantastic art and purchase your Christmas gifts. Plus Syringa Winery will also be on site pouring, food by S&J Grillin (1-5 p.m.), and music

by Douglas Cameron (1-4 p.m.).

Noon-6 p.m. $7-$10. Vizcaya Winery, 8987 S. Greenhurst Road, Kuna, 208-870-8354, vizcayawinery.com.

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Food BOISE RESCUE MISSION CHRISTMAS BANQUET-NAMPA— Call to register for Holiday Food Box, toys and/or a meal at the banquet. To volunteer, go to boiserm.org. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. FREE. College Church of the Nazarene, 504 E. Dewey Ave., Nampa, 208338-5433, boiserm.org.

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BALLET IDAHO: THE NUTCRACKER—Noon and 4 p.m. $38-$61.

Morrison Center for the Performing Arts, 2201 Cesar Chavez Lane, Boise, 208-426-1110, balletidaho.org.

COMEDIAN ANDREW SLEIGHTER—8 p.m. $12-$15. Liquid Lounge, 405 S. Eighth St., Boise, 208-941-2459, liquidboise.com.

CURTIS STIGERS AND FRIENDS: 12TH ANNUAL XTREME HOLIDAY XTRAVAGANZA—Don’t miss the 2017 edition of the wonderfully irreverent and wacky holiday variety show hosted by Curtis Stigers and friends. All proceeds benefit Inter-

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7:30 p.m. $35-$150. Egyptian Theatre, 700 W. Main St., Boise, 208-387-1273, egyptiantheatre. net.

INSERT FOOT THEATER’S IMPROV JAM—8 p.m. FREE. Liquid Lounge, 405 S. Eighth St., Boise, 208-941-2459, liquidboise.com.

DREAMWEAVER: KEN LUDWIG’S TWAS THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS—2 p.m. $5.

Fishbowl Performing Arts Studio, Karcher Mall, 1509 Caldwell Blvd., Ste. 1141, Nampa, dreamweaverproductions.org/tickets.

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TRADITIONS OF CHRISTMAS—3 p.m. $20-$33. Nampa Civic Center, 311 Third St. S., Nampa, 208-468-5555, TraditionsOfChristmasNW.com.

Kids & Teens BALLET IDAHO’S THE NUTCRACKER PARTY—10:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. $25. Morrison Center for the Performing Arts, 2201 Cesar Chavez Lane, Boise, 208-343-0556, balletidaho.org.

CHANUKAH BASH AT CIRCUSTRIX—Enjoy open jump and all Circustrix activities, plus Chanukah dinner, treats, crafts, games, music and more.

Sponsored by the Chabad Jewish Center of Idaho. 5:30-7:30 p.m. $12-$21. CircusTrix Idaho Extreme Air Sports, 1460 N. Happy Valley Road, Nampa, 208-853-9200, jewishidaho.com.

Religious/Spiritual RUMI CELEBRATION—Celebrate the life of Mevlana Jelaluddin Rumi, the 13th century Persian poet and mystic philosopher. Take a favorite Rumi poem to share. 2 p.m. FREE. Boise Public Library Hayes Auditorium, 715 S. Capitol Blvd., Boise, 208-972-8200, boisepubliclibrary.org.

IDAHO POTATO BOWL BENEFIT BOWLING TOURNAMENT—Watch the two teams who will play in the Idaho Potato Bowl compete in a bowling tournament to benefit the Idaho Foodbank. 4-5:30 p.m.

FREE. Wahooz Fun Zone and Pinz Bowling Center, 400 W. Overland Road, Meridian, 208-898-0900, wahoozfunzone.com.

TUESDAY DECEMBER 19 Festivals & Events THE MOODY JEWS CHANUKAH DINNER PARTY—Join The Moody Jews for their inaugural annual Chanukah Dinner Party in the Sapphire Room. Witness a retelling of the Chanukah story, and learn the historical context of it’s meaning in Judaism, while playing the dreidel game for fabulous prizes. This allages show combines a traditional Jewish vegetarian dinner buffet (potato latkes, grilled veggies, salad and dessert), music, dancing, a bit of learning and a lot of fun. 5:30 p.m. $20-$28. Sapphire Room, 2900 W. Chinden Blvd., Garden City, 208-343-1871, sapphireboise. com.

On Stage MURDER AT THE SPEAK EASY INTERACTIVE MURDER MYSTERY—There’s going to be a murder and you’ll be there to help solve the crime. You can enjoy a four-course dinner by Romio’s Greek and Italian Restaurant, or just the show. (Dinners must be ordered by 5 p.m. the day before your show.) 7 p.m. $15-$20 show only, $24-$49.95 with dinner. The Playhouse Boise, 8001 W. Fairview Ave., Boise, 208-779-0092, playhouseboise.com.

Workshops & Classes SONGWRITER WORKSHOP WITH Q MORROW—Caldwell-born guitarist and composer Q Morrow will share his ideas on songwriting and music composition. All levels of songwriters are encouraged to attend. Ticket includes admission to Morrow’s concert at Cinder Winery on Dec. 21. 4-6 p.m. $25.

Audio Lab, 3145 W. Chinden Blvd., Garden City, 208-344-9551, audiolab.org.

Citizen TUESDAY DINNER—Volunteers needed to help cook up a warm dinner for Boise’s homeless and needy population, and clean up afterward. 4:30-7:30 p.m. FREE. Immanuel Lutheran Church, 707 W. Fort St., Boise, 208-3443011.

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Odds & Ends TREASURE VALLEY SINGLES DANCE—7:30-11:30 p.m. $6-$7.

Eagles Lodge Nampa, 118 11th Ave. N., Nampa, 208-442-1970, facebook.com/tvsingles.

VAULT CHRISTMAS PARTY— Close out 2017 with a time of fun, libations, gifts and (of course) smokes. Enjoy discounts on all accessories for those last-minute gifts. 6-9 p.m. FREE. The Vault, 140 E. Idaho Ave., Meridian, 208-901-0217, facebook.com/ thevault1905.

MONDAY DECEMBER 18 On Stage CURTIS STIGERS AND FRIENDS: 12TH ANNUAL XTREME HOLIDAY XTRAVAGANZA—7:30 p.m. $35$150. Egyptian Theatre, 700 W. Main St., Boise, 208-387-1273, egyptiantheatre.net.

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Gary Oldman leads an all-star cast including Kristin Scott Thomas, Lily James, Ben Mendelsohn and Stephen Dillane. Joe Wright (Atonement) directed this inspiring drama set just before World War Two.

Jim Belushi, Kate Winslet and Juno Temple star for writer-director Woody Allen in a drama set on the boardwalk at Coney Island in the 1950’s. A lifeguard (Justin Timberlake) tells the story of an aging carousel operator, his wife and the gangsters that upend their lives.

“It feels alive and fresh – the kind of cinema that doesn’t waste a second.”

“Kate Winslet is by turns hilarious and heartbreaking in the role, delivering one of the finest performances of her career, worthy of an eighth Oscar nomination.”

SASHA STONE, The Wrap

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Opens December 22 Elisa (Sally Hawkins) works in a highsecurity government laboratory during the Cold War. Once isolated, Elisa’s life is changed forever when she and co-worker Zelda (Octavia Spencer) discover a secret experiment.

Michael Shannon, Richard Jenkins, Michael Stuhlbarg and Doug Jones also star for writer-director Guillermo del Toro.

Opens January 5 This documentary by Brett Morgen uses previously unseen footage from National Geographic’s archives of Jane Goodall’s early work with chimpanzees. An unrivaled trailblazer, Goodall continues her positive impact into her 80’s.

“It’s both weird and wonderful.”

“A soul-stirring cinematic tribute to Jane Goodall and her reverence for chimpanzees.”

Entertainment Weekly

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Margot Robbie nails her portrayal of Tonya Harding, the figure skating champion whose life will always be defined by her husband’s attack on fellow Olympian Nancy Kerrigan. Allison Janney is unforgettable as Harding’s mother.

Sebastian Stan and Bobby Cannavale co-star; Craig Gillespie directs.

“A fresh, chancy, and wickedly enjoyable movie.”

OWEN GLEIBERMAN, Variety

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Opens January 19 Daniel Day Lewis plays a dressmaker to the rich and famous of the 1950’s.

A conďŹ rmed bachelor, he becomes smitten with a young woman (Vicky Krieps), altering his well-ordered life.

Lesley Manville co-stars; Paul Thomas Anderson wrote and directed the ďŹ lm that Lewis says will be his last. â€?With Phantom Thread, Paul Thomas Anderson has crafted a delirious, lush, hypnotic, pitch-black comedy.â€?

CHRIS EVANGELISTA, SlashďŹ lm

Screenwriter James Ivory (The Remains of the Day) adapted the award winning novel by Andre Aciman. A comingof-age romantic drama set in Italy in 1983, it stars Armie Hammer, Timothee Chalamet, Michael Stuhlbarg and Amira Casar and was directed by Luca Guadagnino (I Am Love). “Unforgettable on every level, the kind of ďŹ lm that has the power to move and inspire.â€?

BRIAN TELLERICO, Rogerebert.com

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Director Michael Haneke was nominated for the 2017 Palme d’Or at Cannes for this drama about a wealthy family. Set near Calais, where a refugee crisis is mounting, the Laurent tribe is unaware. Isabelle Huppert and Jean-Louis Trintignant star. French with English subtitles. “An exceedingly clever, thoughtprovoking and dark reection on life, death and family relations.â€?

KATE TAYLOR, Globe and Mail

Beloved French director Agnes Varda (aged 89) teamed up with photographer/installation artist JR (aged 33) on a road trip around France getting to know working people and placing giant black and white photos of them on the walls where they live and work. “Anyone who can’t enjoy this wise and soulful ďŹ lm has to consider whether they’ve given up on the movies, and on life.â€?

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2018 OSCAR NOMINATED SHORT FILMS Opens February 9 Each year we show the Academy Award nominees for best short film in the categories of animation and live action. Nominations are announced January 23 and Oscars are awarded on March 3. Come and see which one you would vote for! (Not rated)

Opens February 16 Jamie Bell plays actor Peter Turner, whose memoir chronicles his love affair with actress Gloria Grahame (Annette Bening) when she was 55 and he was 25. Stephen Graham, Julie Walters and Vanessa Redgrave co-star for director Paul McGuigan.

“First rate performances from the two leads, and a fine supporting cast, confirms this as an awards season contender.”

WENDY IDE, Screen International

Opens March 2 Helen Mirren and Donald Sutherland star as a couple on a road trip from Boston to Key West in their RV (named The Leisure Seeker). Directed and written

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The members of local trio 2x2 discuss debut album 60-90 BPH, kids, romance BEN SCHULTZ When Gia Trotter, Robert Reeves and Brian Anglin from 2x2 talked with Boise Weekly, they hadn’t yet figured out what to call their debut album.

“I asked [Trotter] the same thing today,” Anglin said, laughing.

“It may just be self-titled at this point,” Trotter added. “I’m having a hard time with it. … I told Brian it was hard enough to come up with the name [2x2] a couple years ago. So coming up with a title for an album, I’m like, ‘Please don’t make me. Please don’t make me do it.’”

Trotter joked about using the lack of a title as a hook for the band’s upcoming album release show.

“We’ll keep it illusive, that’s what we’ll do,” she said. “Keep everyone guessing. … You’ll get the title when you walk through the door.

Actually, that may be true.”

Eventually, the indie-rock band did come up with a title, 60-90 BPH (self-released, 2017), and Boiseans will want to see 2x2 celebrate its release at Neurolux on Saturday, Dec. 16. Local post-punk trio The French Tips and local alt-rock group Love-Lace will open.

The grungy guitar drones, steady tempos and plaintive tunes on 60-90 BPH call to mind 90s rock bands like Veruca Salt, My Bloody Valentine and Sleater-Kinney. According to the band, that’s not accidental.

“We are products of the ’90s,” Trotter said.

“I mean, that’s my jam. … I still like some of the classic, old ’90s grunge stuff. Robert hates that I call it that.”

“Well, it’s a manufactured term,” Reeves said. “It’s what some journalist [called it]. For lack of a better term, to me, it’s just Pacific Northwest bands.”

The idea for 2x2 arose when Trotter and Reeves began dating a couple of years ago.

“He was like, ‘Oh, I’m a musician; I used to play with these bands and such and such,’” Trotter remembered. “And we were like, ‘Well, let’s just see what happens when we play in the garage.’ And I say it every time, but it was like magic. We instantly wrote songs.”

For lead singer and lyricist Trotter, 2x2 is the latest in a long line of musical projects.

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BOOKSELLER Following the release of its first album, 2x2 plans to continuing recording and touring in the Northwest.

them kind of navigate what happens when She has performed with a wide range of local acts over the years, including indie-pop bands you have a baby. Because I think I had it in Spondee and The Very Most, roots-rock group my brain [that] ‘I’m gonna play no matter aka Belle and the all-covers supergroup Mostly what, and I’m always gonna do blah blah.’”

Another connection aided in the recording Muff, whose lineup includes Lisa Simpson process. Trotter’s old Very Most bandmate ZV from Finn Riggins and Ivy Meissner from House produced 60-90 BPH at his RabbitDark Swallows. brush Audio studio.

The title of 2x2’s new album comes from “It was all live,” Trotter said. “It felt really the normal resting heart rate for human beings. It’s a fitting name, considering how close organic. I hate to use that word, but it really did feel fluid. … I’ve played with him before, the band is to Trotter’s heart. so I think he knew. He had already had some “If there was any that was a baby—that was really special—this is the special project,” ideas about what he wanted to do vocally. So Trotter said. “I mean, Mostly Muff will always that helped too—that he’s known me for so many years.” be [special] because it’s my ladies, but … this 2x2 hopes to keep its is completely cheesy, but this momentum going. The band project came out of falling in 2X2 CD RELEASE SHOW is already working on new love with someone.”

With The French Tips, and material and wants to tour Babies figure into 2x2 in Love-Lace. the Northwest periodically. more ways than one. Trotter Saturday, Dec. 16, 8 p.m., $5.

“2x2’s played in Portland was pregnant with her and Neurolux, 111 N. 11th St., more than anywhere else,” Reeves’ daughter Zelda while neurolux.com.

Trotter observed. “People the band recorded 60-90 BPH. seem to really like us there.”

“Getting this album out was Touring beyond Portland won’t be easy, this huge feat for us,” Trotter said. “There’s though. no time. There’s no time to do anything.

“We at least have family there,” Trotter … I was eight months pregnant when we said, “but if you’re touring anywhere else, how recorded that. I was put on bed rest the next weekend—I was really sick. We just had to get do you set up time? Who’s going to watch the baby?” it down. We had to do it.”

At the very least, she and her bandmates Raising a child has changed Trotter’s apwon’t stop making music. proach to music as a whole, but her friends “I want the next album to be even better,” and bandmates have helped her adjust. she said. “That sounds dorky, but I just want “I feel like I’m lucky that [with] Lisa and it to keep getting better.”

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COLTER WALL, NEUROLUX, DEC. 14 Back in November, Colter Wall opened for Amanda Shires at Neurolux. One month isn’t long between visits, but folk-country fans should seize the opportunity to see this 21 year-old, Saskatchewanbased singer-songwriter before he moves on to larger venues, and the time between performances gets longer and longer.

Wall’s cavernous baritone and sharp, resonant songwriting has been earning rave reviews recently. Pitchfork gave his self-titled debut LP (Young Mary’s Record, 2017) 8.0, declaring that its 11 tracks “are strange and stirring enough to make him one of the genre’s most exciting young voices.” Rolling Stone named him one of the “10 New Country Artists You Need to Know” in November 2016.

Wall has received props from his fellow troubadours too: Steve Earle called him “the best young singer-songwriter I’ve seen in 20 years.” See him now so you can brag that you watched him play in a bar back in the day.

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Q MORROW, DEC. 21, CINDER Caldwell-born songwriter and guitarist Q Morrow learned his trade on the road, absorbing sounds and techniques ranging from South Indian classical to Cuban romantic. After leaving the Gem State at age 18, Morrow’s travels took him across the globe, with stops to study jazz at the University of North Texas and Carnatic music (characterized by improvisation and rich melodies) in India, among many others. According to Morrow, the music on his debut album All Around Dude (Fantasy Studios, 2014) is “an organic amalgamation of the diverse influences that have become rooted in me along the way.”

The album seamlessly blends funk, folk, rock and jazz in eight foot-tapping instrumental tracks, and on Dec. 21, you can join a group of tipsy revelers at Cinder Winery to watch Morrow put his versatility on display.

—Lex Nelson 7:30 p.m., $10-$15. Cinder Winery, 107 E. 44th St., Garden City, 208-376-4023, cinderwines.com.

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ARTS & CULTURE COMEDY, MUSIC AND MORE

A comic returns to Boise to record, and other cool cultural happenings AMY ATKINS AND LE X NEL SON A lot of artists who come to Boise like it so much, they return to perform again and again. Andrew Sleighter would count himself in that group. Several years ago, the 30-something, Los Angeles-based comic got his first headlining spot at Liquid Laughs, which is why he decided to record a comedy album at Liquid, which Sleighter will do while he’s here Thursday, Dec. 14-Sunday, Dec. 17 (he’s recording his Friday and Saturday night shows).

It’s Sleighter’s first “real” recorded special— he’d like to think the 100 copies of the debut album be put out almost a decade ago will never resurface—and he plans to push it out to Sirius XM, Spotify and more. As funny as Sleighter is, that won’t be a tough sell.

Sleighter also isn’t afraid of putting in the work to make things happen. He’s booked pretty solid with performances through August of next year. In the past, he wrote for the Sports Show with Norm Macdonald on Comedy Central, performed on Last Comic Standing and did stand-up on Conan. He probably had his choice of clubs to record in, but Liquid was at the top of his list.

“I’ve always had good luck with Boise crowds,” Sleighter said. “Boise is one of my favorite places to play, and [the crowds] are always smart and cool.” He added that he’s particularly excited about the Boise shows because he’s been working on a new hour for more than a year, so it will be “fresh.” It will also be authentic, both onstage and off.

“What gets recorded gets recorded,” Sleighter said. “[I] can’t go back and say, ‘Add a laugh here,’ or anything. I think that would sound so bad.”

Sleighter recognizes that a whole new show and the pressures of recording do bring risks, but the payoff is worth it.

“Comedy is fragile,” he said. “A lot of things can ruin it. But when it’s right it is so right.” Get tickets at liquidboise.com.

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Madden has released another web series based on a quintessential, New York City niche profession—his first series, Precious Cargo (preciouscargowebseries.com), focused on two sisters tutoring the children of “the one-percenters.” Brokers, which the former Idahoan wrote with star Aaron Ballard, is about Ellen (Ballard), a young woman from the South who moves to NYC and finds herself working as a liaison for people in search of a Big Apple abode. From eccentric coworkers to demanding clients, Ellen has to navigate the pitfalls of NYC real estate—as well as her family back home. Visit brokerswebshow.com for more.

••• Lights are twinkling, hot chocolate is brewing, Santa is grooming his beard and, in Boise, the Xtreme Holiday Xtravaganza variety show is back in town for its 12th annual run with Curtis Stigers and friends. Co-hosted by Stigers, the renowned singer/songwriter/saxophonist, and Jodi Peterson, co-director and development director of Interfaith Sanctuary, the show will feature “dancers, comedians, musicians and community figures.” There are two shows—Sunday, Dec. 17 and Monday, Dec. 18—and it’s all happening at the Egyptian Theatre. Proceeds benefit Interfaith Sanctuary.

Get tickets at curtisstigers.com.

••• The Xtravaganza isn’t the only holiday event in Boise going all-out for charity this

year. The annual Idaho Ho Ho CD, retitled Ida Ho Ho for 2017, will continue its mission of giving on Wednesday, Dec. 13, when musicians featured on the album perform at the Visual Arts Collective to benefit the WCA—plus, performers from Alley Repertory Theater production The Golden Girls Christmas Extravaganza will make an appearance.

The CD, produced by Audio Lab Recording Studios, is a Record Exchange best seller with tracks by Idaho artists Lounge on Fire, Pure Ivy, Belinda Bowler, Swillbilly, Steve Fulton, Leta Neustaedter, Vashti Summervill, Lindsey Hunt, Rob Harding, The Moody Jews and Eric Henderson. Visit facebook.com/vacuber for tickets and info.

••• And in a non-music related bit of arts news, a new exhibit of work by local painter Rachel Teannalach is on display at the Northwest Nazarene University Friesen Gallery through Monday, March 12, 2018. Portals features 14 towering works of oil on linen depicting emblematic landscapes—like the Sawtooth and White Cloud Mountains, the Boise Foothills, Bruneau Sand Dunes and Hell’s Canyon—within 150 miles of Boise.

Each painting features intense interplays of color and light representative of Idaho. Join Teannalach for an artist reception Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2018, 4-6 p.m. Visit art.nnu.edu/ friesen-galleries for more info.

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Local startup Adventures in Boise offers subscriptions, sends “experiences” by snail mail LE X NEL SON At the age of 26, Jennifer Godoi was bitten by the adventure bug; she took a trip to Morocco, and her experience abroad turned her world on its head, sparking a fascination with foreign countries. Back in the U.S., this love of the new and different inspired two Idaho businesses—first, Paint N’ Sip, the successful wine bar/art studio in Garden City that Godoi opened in 2012, and now Adventures in Boise, Each hand-lettered envelope from Adventures in Boise is intended to be a gift in itself. a startup subscription mailing service that delivers adventures by post.

“I love to go off and do things,” said Godoi, spurring Boiseans to embark on adventures, Ascent, an escape challenge at Boise Escape, an energetic woman whose easy smile grew Adventures in Boise is about the magic of the dance lessons at Heirloom Dance Studio, a as she spoke about her experiences overseas. mailing itself. Each envelope is unique, and black light ropes course at Bodies in Motion “I drive little tiny cars through ridiculous and painting classes at Paint N’ Sip, with experi- takes Godoi’s roommate Ally Jardine—who is amounts of countries. I did 26 countries this an IT worker by day and artist by night—about ences like sword fighting and cheese making year. I drove through the Sahara Desert twice 20 minutes to hand-letter. potentially in the works. The subscription base in a little Fiat Seicento, which is smaller than “Nobody gets mail any more, or all the is still small—as of Nov. 15, about five months a [Volkswagen] Rabbit, just a tiny little car. I mail that you get is just junk mail, stuff that just love doing stuff like that—I love going off after the official company launch, Adventures you don’t want,” Marvos said. “So when you and trying new adventures, trying new things. in Boise had a total of 20 subscribers—but it’s get something that’s made for you...then that’s growing. So far, Marvos said the service has My friends know that, so a lot of times I get been a hit with couples who are new to town or really special.” a phone call asking, ‘Hey, my friend’s coming Godoi agreed, adding, “It was really imporstuck in a date night rut. to town, what should we do this weekend?’ or tant to me that the mailing be just as much “We help you solve the ‘What do you want ‘Where should we go eat?’ or ‘What’s coming of a gift as the actual activity…That’s why we to do? I don’t know, what do you want to do? up that we should know about?’” always put in something little to tie in...Like Let’s watch TV’ problem,” he said with a grin.

Adventures in Boise is Godoi’s way of for the rope climbing [adventure], we put in a According to Godoi, who answering those questions—not little instruction book on knots and a couple has taken on the title of cojust for her friends, but for anyone of pieces of climbing rope, little tiny climbing founder and chief financial in Boise who is wondering what to ADVENTURES IN BOISE rope so that [our subscribers] could practice officer, the slow pace of do on a night out. Partly inspired adventuresinboise.com subscribers isn’t too worrying; some knots.”

by Loot Crate, a subscription The trajectory of Adventures in Boise is unshe and Marvos aren’t drawing service that sends out boxes of certain, but Godoi sees huge potential for the salaries, and for her, the busigeek and gaming merchandise, company; Adventures in Seattle or Adventures Godoi and her business partner Michael Marvos ness is still in the “for fun” stage.

“Slow growth is what we want,” Godoi said. in Portland may be on the horizon in years to created a service that will send monthly advencome. For now though, the founders are still tures to subscribers in the form of local business “We want to keep the people happy. We want brainstorming ways to monetize the business vouchers and accompanying trinkets. The mail- to make sure our customers are having a good while keeping prices low. Marvos said one time, that we have a good relationship with ings, which cost $30 for the first month and option would be to include coupons in their these local Boise businesses.” then $25 per month after that (with discounts monthly mailings to advertise local businesses Supporting local businesses is a pillar of the for couples) arrive in intriguing, hand-lettered that don’t quite fit the adventure profile or Adventures in Boise philosophy; Godoi and envelopes that look almost like treasure maps. price range.

Marvos want to go a step beyond Groupon by “Instead of sending people stuff, we send In the meantime, the pair hope to see busikeeping the partnership free for businesses, who them experiences,” explained Marvos, coness pick up around the Christmas season. As founder and operations manager of the growing simply have to agree to opt into the mailings, Godoi put it, an Adventures is Boise subscripand offering customers the going rate in order company. tion is a “repeat gift,” the kind that keeps on Past adventures have included archery lessons to encourage repeat visits. giving.

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The two best performances of 2017 are in The Shape of Water and Darkest Hour GEORGE PRENTICE

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In a year in which cinema increasingly proved to be a refuge from a world spinning off its axis, 2017 has saved the best performances by an actor and actress in leading roles for last.

Sally Hawkins and Gary Oldman in The Shape of Water and Darkest Hour respectively, raised the proverbial bar, roused any deadened spirits and reminded audiences how magical movies can be. Both Hawkins and Oldman are tremendous and are sure bets to be long-overdue Oscar winners. Their films couldn’t be more The Shape of Water (top) and Darkest Hour (bottom) are vastly different, but both tap into the mysteries of the human soul. different—one is grounded in world history, the other floats in a daydream—yet both tap into the mysteries of the human soul. against a Parliament that wanted him out. writer/director Guillermo del Toro, the film Anyone whose heart hasn’t already been In many ways, Darkest Hour is classic moviealso highlights our current political climate melted by Sally Hawkins hasn’t seen her permaking. In the hands of director Joe Wright, formances in Happy-Go-Lucky, Blue Jasmine or and the alt-right obsession with marginalizing it has all the elements of a time-honored Maudie. Without uttering a peep in The Shape people and ridding America of individuals it saga. It has tension at every turn, spectacular deems unwanted. Following the premiere at of Water, Hawkins fills the screen (and viewthe 2017 Toronto International set pieces and the sparkling dialogue an epic ers’ hearts) with endless requires. Darkest Hour also has Gary Oldman, Film Festival, del Toro condelight and says volumes whose performance as Churchill elevates the firmed the character of Elisa with her soulful eyes. She THE SHAPE OF WATER (R) Written and Directed by Guillermo represents people who are read- film to soaring heights. Initially, I was hesitant plays Elisa, a mute janitor del Toro to embrace yet another Churchill biopic, ily dismissed. working the late shift Starring Sally Hawkins, Michael particularly in the shadow of The Crown, the “These are people who have in a top-secret governShannon, Richard Jenkins, Octavia Netflix original series featuring John Lithgow been considered to be invisible ment laboratory in 1960s Spencer Opens Friday, Dec. 15 at The Flicks by people of authority,” he said. in his Emmy-award winning portrayal of the Baltimore, and her work British Prime Minister; the 2016 big-screen A different kind of moral routine is mundane—unrelease of Churchill that showcased a wonderauthority—one in the hands til she meets a mysterious ful performance from of intelligent, water-breathing creature Brian Cox, and, again, compassionate people—is also the U.S. government has dubbed “the asset.” the blockbuster Dunkirk.

This creature is being held captive by a govern- at the heart of Darkest Hour, DARKEST HOUR (PG-13) However, Darkest Hour which is set in 1940, when ment agent (Michael Shannon) who wants to Directed by Joe Wright Starring Gary Oldman, Kristin crackles. There are specharvest the merman’s body for research. When Britain is on the brink of disasScott Thomas, Lily James, Ben tacular supporting perforElisa recruits a motley crew of friends (Octavia ter in the early days of World Mendelsohn mances from Kristin Scott War II. As shown in Dunkirk, Spencer and Richard Jenkins) to help rescue Opens Friday, Dec. 22 at The Flicks Thomas, Ben Mendelsohn which this summer brilliantly the creature, a heart-stopping chase ensues. and Lily James, and OldThe Shape of Water is an all-too-rare adult fairy chronicled the real-world draman has never been better; ma, German troops had pinned tale, with traces of Beauty and the Beast, The He is a sure-bet Best Actor Oscar contender.

British soldiers against the English Channel Creature of the Black Lagoon and even E.T. in For any thinking theater-goer, Darkest Hour and were threatening them with annihilation. its DNA—but leave the kids at home. While It would be up to the newly-appointed British is required viewing, and with our own nation the sex scenes are never over the top, there are void of statesmanship of late it should also Prime Minister Winston Churchill to decide a lot of them. A lot. how to survive the possible onslaught, rally his be a wake-up call to what a true leader looks, It’s also important to note The Shape of sounds and acts like. nation’s citizens to the cause and push back Water isn’t mere fantasy. A masterwork from BOISE WEEKLY.COM

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A day in the life of a Salvation Army bell ringer LE X NEL SON

For veteran Salvation Army bell ringer Roland Jones, standing by his red kettle to solicit donations is closer to a calling than a day at work.

Jones has been a Salvation Army member for more than 50 years, and the time he spends ringing—first at Cabela’s in Boise and now at Walmart in Ontario, Oregon—is the highlight of his year.

Nellie Baker, the Boise Salvation Army director of annual gifts, said during his 12 years on the job, Jones has consistently brought in $60-$80 per hour—well above the $30 average.

Though he had to take last year off from his kettle to care for his 95-year-old brother-in-law and was struck by illness early this season, Jones was happy to talk about his past experiences and how much he’s looking forward to getting back to work. A few days after this interview took place, Jones called BW to say he had made a full recovery and was heading back out to his kettle.

at Christmas time, or Thanksgiving.’”

That would make anyone feel good.

They go away happy: skipping, jumping and laughing. It makes their day. Sometimes children aren’t too happy about having to go grocery shopping with Mom or Dad, but when that experience happens to them, they’re as happy as a lark.

How long do you usually ring each day?

Black Friday I was out there nine hours, and Saturday I was out there nine hours. Normally, all the past years I’ve only rang like six, seven or eight hours a day.

Wow! That’s a long time to be out in the cold. How do you deal with the weather?

I have two or three layers of clothes. I dress with long johns and then another layer of clothes over that. Now, a lot of times, I won’t stand in How long have been with the Salvation Army? uniform if it gets too cold, I just put three layers of clothing on. People say “Aren’t you cold?” and I I’ve been with the Salvation Army since I say, “No, I’m warm as toast because I dress for the was 12, and I’m almost 82 now … I’ve been an ordained minister in the Salvation Army, but right weather.” now I’m just a member or what we call a “soldier.”

Tell me about one of the good experiences you had while ringing in the past.

And how long have you been ringing bells?

Well, I could go on for hours with experiences I’ve stood kettles for years. I stood when I lived in Boise, then I moved out here three years ago to I’ve had, but I’ve had a lot of people come up to me with stories of what the Salvation Army did Fruitland. I stood at Cabela’s and was the No. 1 for them years ago, and how they always give kettle bell ringer in bringing in income. because of that. Like one day, I remember a lady Do you do anything special to bring in those said the Salvation Army got her and her children a train ticket from somewhere in North Dakota extra donations? back to Chicago, where her folks lived, so that I have my Salvation Army uniform, and I she could celebrate Christmas with them because stand it in a lot of times and it helps a lot … they’d lost their home.

[And] when little kids put money into the Christmas kettle, I tell them, “Now, because you I’m sorry to hear your health has kept you did that, you get to ring the bell.” While they’re from ringing this past week. ringing the bell, I look at the mom, and I say, “If I think one of the reasons I got sick is because Mom’s got a cell phone camera, she could take a picture of this and have a keepsake for years down I didn’t take enough breaks last Friday or Saturday [while ringing], so that was my own stupid fault the road.” … I missed last year ringing kettle bells, so I was so thrilled … I’m almost back to normal right And I’m sure if another kid walks by right now. I’ve still got eight days of antibiotics to take, then, they want to ring the bell, too.

Oh yeah, and of course everybody likes to have but I’m beginning to feel normal again.

Mom or Dad take a picture of them ringing the Well, hopefully you can be back at it again bell. I tell them, “Well now, years down the road, you can look at that picture and say, ‘I helped the soon.

Oh, I will be.

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PAGE BREAK MINERVA’S BREAKDOWN $GYLFH IRU WKRVH RQ WKH YHUJH BLUE CHRISTMAS DEAR MINERVA, Christmas is almost here, and I am spending it alone. I don’t want to be the person who is mopey and complaining about being alone during the holidays, but this year it is bothering me more than ever. It’s not just being alone but also seeing all of the joyful couples and families. I feel like a jerk sometimes, but I’m sick of being reminded I’m alone.

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DEAR BLUE, The holidays are often difficult since they are so closely associated with family, relationships and spending time with others. But fear not! Your Christmas doesn’t have to be like other people’s.

Something I have come to hold precious is the time I spend taking care of myself. Take yourself out to Christmas dinner—many restaurants are open for Christmas. Treat yourself to something delicious. Then, spend the day doing something you enjoy. Maybe it’s watching your favorite movies or pursuing a favorite hobby. Maybe it’s napping all day. Maybe it is volunteering to help others who are in need. The point is, you have the power to make Christmas, or any holiday, special for yourself. Also, don’t let the smiling faces of happy families and couples fool you. Some of them are faking it until they make it. I hereby command you to be self-indulgent this holiday season, and shower yourself with love and attention.

After all, you are worth it. Wishing you a divoonly decadent season, darling!

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ASTROLOGY ARIES (March 21-April 19): According to a Sufi aphorism, you can’t be sure that you are in possession of the righteous truth unless a thousand people have called you a heretic. If that’s accurate, you still have a ways to go before you can be certified. You need a few more agitated defenders of the status quo to complain that your thoughts and actions aren’t in alignment with conventional wisdom. Go round them up! Ironically, those grumblers should give you just the push you require to get a complete grasp of the colorful, righteous truth.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): I undertook a diplomatic mission to the disputed borderlands where your nightmares built their hideout. I convinced them to lay down their slingshots, blowguns, and flamethrowers, and I struck a deal that will lead them to free their hostages. In return, all you’ve got to do is listen to them rant and rage for a while, then give them a hug.

Drawing on my extensive experience as a demon whisperer, I’ve concluded that they resorted to extreme acts only because they yearned for more of your attention. So grant them that small wish, please!

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Have you ever been wounded by a person you cared for deeply? Most of us have. Has that hurt reduced your capacity to care for other people who fascinate and attract you?

Probably. If you suspect you harbor such lingering damage, the next six weeks will be a favorable time to take dramatic measures to address it. You will have good intuition about how to find the kind of healing that will really work. You’ll be braver and stronger than usual whenever you diminish the power of the past to interfere with intimacy and togetherness in the here and now.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): “Your task is not to seek for love, but merely to seek and find all the barriers within yourself that you have built against it.” So said Helen Schuman in A Course in Miracles.

Personally, I don’t agree with the first part of that advice. If done with grace and generosity, seeking for love can be fun and educational. It can inspire us to escape our limitations and expand our charm. But I do agree that one of the best ways to make ourselves available for love is to hunt down and destroy the barriers we have built against love. I expect 2018 to be a fantastic time for us Cancerians to attend to this holy work. Get started now!

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): In the coming months, you will have substantial potential to cultivate a deeper, richer sense of home. Here are tips on how to take maximum advantage. 1. Make plans to move into your dream home, or to trans-

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form your current abode so it’s more like your dream home. 2. Obtain a new mirror that reflects your beauty in the best possible ways. 3. Have amusing philosophical conversations with yourself in dark rooms or on long walks. 4. Acquire a new stuffed animal or magic talisman to cuddle with. 5. Once a month, when the moon is full, dance with your own shadow. 6. Expand and refine your relationship with autoerotic pleasures. 7. Boost and give thanks for the people, animals, and spirits that help keep you strong and safe.

engaging in hand-to-hand combat with a monstrous lion; liberating the god Prometheus, who’d been so kind to humans, from being tortured by an eagle; and visiting a magical orchard to procure golden apples that conferred immortality when eaten. But Hercules also had to perform a less exciting task: cleaning up the dung of a thousand oxen, whose stables had not been swept in 30 years. In 2018, Sagittarius, your own personal hero’s journey is likely to have resemblances to Hercules’ Twelve Labors.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Deuces are wild. Contradictions will turn out to be unpredictably useful. Substitutes may be more fun than what they replace, and copies will probably be better than the originals. Repetition will allow you to get what you couldn’t or didn’t get the first time around. Your patron saint will be an acquaintance of mine named Jesse. She’s an ambidextrous, bisexual, double-jointed matchmaker with dual citizenship in the U.S. and Ireland. I trust you Virgos will be able to summon some of her talent for going both ways. I suspect you may be able to have your cake and eat it, too.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Humans have used petroleum as a fuel since ancient times, but it didn’t become a staple commodity until the invention of cars, planes and plastics. Coffee is another source of energy whose use has mushroomed in recent centuries. The first European coffee shop appeared in Rome in 1645. Today there are more than 25,000 Starbucks. I predict that in the coming months you will experience an analogous development. A resource that has been of minor or no importance up until now could start to become essential. Do you have a sense of what it is? Start sniffing around.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): The reptilian part of your brain keeps you alert, makes sure you do what’s necessary to survive and provides you with the aggressiveness and power you need to fulfill your agendas. Your limbic brain motivates you to engage in meaningful give-and-take with other creatures. It’s the source of your emotions and your urges to nurture.

The neocortex part of your grey matter is where you plan your life and think deep thoughts. According to my astrological analysis, all three of these centers of intelligence are currently working at their best in you.

You may be as smart as you have ever been. How will you use your enhanced savvy?

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): I’m not totally certain events in 2018 will lift you to the Big Time or the Major League. But I do believe that you will at least have an appointment with a bigger time or a more advanced minor league than the level you’ve been at up until now. Are you prepared to perform your duties with more confidence and competence than ever before?

Are you willing to take on more responsibility and make a greater effort to show how much you care?

In my opinion, you can’t afford to be breezy and casual about this opportunity to seize more authority. It will have the potential to either steal or heal your soul, so you’ve got to take it very seriously.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): The classical composer and pianist Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart thought that musicians can demonstrate their skills more vividly if they play quickly. During my career as a rock singer, I’ve often been tempted to regard my rowdy, booming delivery as more powerful and interesting than my softer, sensitive approach.

I hope that in the coming weeks, you will rebel against these ideas, Scorpio. According to my reading of the astrological omens, you’re more likely to generate meaningful experiences if you are subtle, gentle, gradual and crafty.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): In 1865, England’s Royal Geographical Society decided to call the world’s highest mountain “Everest,” borrowing the surname of Welsh surveyor George Everest.

Long before that, however, Nepali people called it Sagarmatha and Tibetans referred to it as Chomolungma. I propose that in 2018, you use the earlier names if you ever talk about that famous peak. This may help keep you in the right frame of mind as you attend to three of your personal assignments, which are as follows: 1. Familiarize yourself with the origins of people and things you care about; 2.

Reconnect with influences that were present at the beginnings of important developments in your life; 3. Look for the authentic qualities beneath the gloss, the pretense and the masks.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): At one point in his career, the mythical Greek hero Hercules was compelled to carry out a series of twelve strenuous labors. Many of them were glamorous adventures:

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