CALENDAR of Events
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Bogus Basin Snowshoe Series
puppet theater. The program in February will be held from 10:30 to 10:45 a.m. Friday, February 3. Go to notaquietlibrary.org.
Want to join a snowshoeing group this winter? Join the Nampa Recreation Department’s trip to Bogus for a showshoeing adventure followed by a warm beverage at the Frontier Pointe Nordic Lodge. The adventure begins at 9 a.m. on January 24 and again on February 7; buses leave the Rec Center at 9 and return at 3 p.m. Cost is $20 a trip or $54 for all three trips; optional snowshoe rental is $10 a day. Go to namparecreation.org.
Monster Jam 2017
January 24 & February 7
Boise Airport Tour January 25
Take a behind-the-scenes tour of the Boise Airport from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, January 25, with departure and return at the Nampa Recreation Center. Tour stops include operations, baggage claim, and airfield maintenance (weather permitting). The return trip includes a stop for lunch. Cost is $20 per person (cost of lunch included). Go to namparecreation.org.
February 3-4
Monster Jam 2017 will be held at 7 p.m. February 3-4 and at 1 p.m. February 4 at Ford Idaho Center in Nampa. The event will showcase a lineup of Monster Jam vehicles — and more trucks, racing, freestyle, donuts, wheelies and action. For ticket information, go to http://www. ictickets.com/Event/Default.aspx?id=1716. Brought to you by:
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LIFT event January 25
LIFT, a gathering of women to help you Live Inspired, Fearless, and Thriving, to be encouraged and discover more about your value and purpose, will meet from 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, January 25, at The Ambrose School in Meridian. Register at liftedhigh.org. The organization is sponsored by SEARCH, a faith-based organization that provides a safe place for women to come together and explore questions about life and God. Women from all faiths and perspectives are welcome.
McCall Winter Carnival January 26-February 5
The 2017 McCall Winter Carnival will be held January 26-February 5. For a schedule of events, go to mccallchamber.org.
“Year of the Rooster” January 28
Nampa Public Library will host a family program on the theme of the Chinese New Year, or “Year of the Rooster,” from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, January 28. Go to nampalibrary.org.
Canyon County Kids Expo January 28
“All things kid” will be featured at the Canyon County Kids Expo from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, January 28, at the Ford Idaho Center in Nampa. Highlights will include a stage full of entertainment, as well as slides, fun houses, face painting, a petting zoo, crazy clowns, jump houses, and booths. Kids will also have an opportunity to meet The Smurfs. Tickets are $4 for adults and $2 for children and may be purchased at the door (cash only) or online at canyoncountykidsexpo.com.
Puppet Show with Gary the Garden City Library Monster February 3
All ages are welcome at the Garden City Library, 6015 N. Glenwood St., to enjoy colorful adaptations of children’s stories come-to-life in the
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Cabin Fever Reliever February 4
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The Fifth Annual Cabin Fever Reliever will be held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, February 4, at Karcher Mall in Nampa. The event is put on by Kids First Cast and will be filled with educational and instructional activities for kids, as well as kids at heart. Kids must register to receive a passport to complete each activity. After completing all activities on the passport, they will receive a certificate of completion and a free goody bag. More information about the fun-filled family event may be found at kidsfirstcast.org. Admission is free.
FREE ADMISSION
Wild at Heart at Zoo Boise February 4
Enjoy free admission to Zoo Boise from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (last admission, 4:30) on Saturday, February 4, for a family-friendly, Valentine-themed day full of fun things to do. There will be face painting, photo ops, and special Valentine-themed enrichments for zoo residents — plus, everyone will be given the opportunity to make a Valentine’s Day card for their favorite animal. Go to zooboise.org.
Capitol Rotunda Art Show February 19
The Idaho Watercolor Society, a statewide organization, will feature an exhibit of work from 95 artists from around Idaho from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday, February 19 through March 5 on the fourth floor of the Capitol Rotunda. Admission is free. Call 853-0955 for more information.
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