SUN VALLEY IDAHO CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Join us for  the 2010 Sun Valley Summer Ice Shows.  This week's featured performer is Sasha Cohen, Olympic Silver Medalist. Several seating options are available including:  Ice Show & Dinner Buffet, Sun Room Terrace and bleacher seats.  All shows begin at dusk. Ice Shows are every Saturday evening, June 26-Sseptember 4.  For more information please go to www.sunvalley.com.  Tickets may be ordered online at https://seats.sunvalley.com/online or call 888-622-2108 or 208-622-2135 or visit the recreation office in the Sun Valley Village. 

Times: Dusk
http://www.sunvalley.com
Location:  Sun Valley Outdoor Ice Rink
Phone:  208-622-2135
Admission:  Varies

The 2010 Summer Fools Festival is three plays rolled into one! Company of Fools is one of the few theatres in the nation fortunate enough to have secured the rights to the wildly successful and wonderfully theatrical THE 39 STEPS! Adapted by Patrick Barlow from an original concept by Simon Corble and Nobby Dimon. Round up some friends for a fantastic evening at the theatre! Perfect for ages 9 to 90! Tickets are available online at www.companyoffools.org or by calling 208-578-9122. Be sure to ask about our discount tickets for groups of six or more!
Times: 7pm Tues, Wed, Thurs; 8pm Fri, Sat
http://www.companyoffools.org
Location:  The Liberty Theatre, 110 N. Main Street, Hailey, ID
Phone:  (208) 578-9122
Admission:  $28 Adults, $20 Seniors (62 and over), $10 Students (18 and under)

Take a virtual safari with special tour guide Eileen Judell, traveler and photographer.  She will take all on an African adventure to see how the great apes of Rwanda live and interact with each other.

Times: 10am
http://www.thecommunitylibrary.org
Location:  The Children's Library, Walnut & 4th
Phone:  726-3493
Admission:  Free

Family Clay Afternoons Fun for the family, mom, dad, grandparents. Create something wonderful out of clay with your child.
Times: 10 AM -Noon or 2 - 4 PM
http://www.bouldermtnclay.com
Location:  Boulder Mountain Clayworks 471 E 10th St. B6
Phone:  (208) 726-4484
Admission:  $40.00 for one adult and one child. $10 for additional children or adults.

Put the pedal to the metal at the Sun Valley Road Rally.  Drivers will have a three mile stretch to max out the speed on their performance cars, all to benefit the Blaine County Drug Coalition.  The rally takes place between the SNRA and Baker Creek from 11:00-3:00.  For information on spectator tickets or to participate in the rally please go to www.sunvalleyroadrally.com or call (208) 726-2777.

Times: 11:00 am - 3:00pm
www.sunvalleyroadrally.com
Location:  Hwy 75 between SNRA and Baker Creek
Phone:  208-726-2777
Admission:  $20 per person or $50 per family

The 2010 Sun Valley Road Rally takes place on July 31 from 11am-3pm between SNRA and the Baker Creek parking lot.  A viewing area for spectators on the course will offer refreshments, chairs, an announcer and a digital speed display as the drivers pass the speed trap.  Parking for the event will be at the Baker Creek parking lot 18 miles north of Ketchum.  The rally raises money for the Blaine County Drug Coalition.
For informatin on participating as a driver or a spectator, please go to http://www.sunvalleyroadrally.com or call 208-726-2777.

Times: 11am-3pm
http://www.sunvalleyroadrally.com
Location:  Between SNRA and Baker Creek Parking Lot
Phone:  208-726-2777
Admission:  $20 spectator ticket, $50 family

The Open Room is pleased to present paintings by local artist, Susan Hall, in her first exhibition in over 40 years. The Gallery Walk reception will be on Friday, July 2nd, 5 - 8PM. Artist will be in attendance,music and refreshments served.
Times: M-F 10-5, Sat. 11-5, *July 2nd, 5-8pm opening reception
http://jennifer@openroomfurniture.com
Location:  The Open Room, 620 Sun Valley Road, Walnut Ave. Mall, Ketchum
Phone:  (208) 622-0222
Admission:  Free/Open to the public

Beam, Board, Breath: An Investigation of Trees, a new exhibition at the Sun Valley Center for the Arts in Ketchum, opens July 9 and runs throught September 3. Gallery hours are Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm and Saturdays in July and August from 11am-5pm.  Admission is free.

Times: M-F 9am-5pm, Sat (July and August) 11am-5pm
http://www.sunvalleycenter.org
Location:  191 5th Street East, Ketchum
Phone:  208-726-9491
Admission:  Free

Laughing Stock Theatre company's Eight Annual Main Street Cabaret...A Night On Broadway.  Three nights of libations, lyrics and laughter!  Show time at 7:30pm, doors open at 6:30pm for no-host drinks and appetizers.  Cabaret Seating on Thursday and Saturday:  General $20.00 and Reserved $35.00.
Cabaret Seation for Friday's Benefit for Keith Moore will feature Dr. Herb London, author of A History of Rock and Roll.  General: $35.00 and Reserved $50.00.

Times: 7:30pm, doors open 6:30pm
http://www.nexstagetheatre.com
Location:  nexStage Theatre, Ketchum
Phone:  208-726-9124
Admission:  General $20, Reserved $35

The Sawtooth Music Festival in Pioneer Park, a benefit for the Stanley School,  continues in 2010 with Friday night and Saturday, non-stop music 'til dark, craft & vendor booths.  Camping is permitted.  For tickets or more information visit their web site.

Times: Friday Evening, Saturday Noon 'til Dark
http://www.sawtoothmusicfestival.com
Location:  Pioneer Park, Stanley

Nappy's Wednesday Night Bike Rides begin on April 14th. Everyone departs from the Elephants Perch.  Arrive early and be ready to ride at 6:15p.m. sharp.  All levels of riders welcome!  You will learn group road riding techniques and bike handling skills.  This is a 100% fun ride with no one left behind.  Helmets are required.

Times: 6:15pm
http://www.elephantsperch.com
Location:  Leaves from the Elephants Perch, East Ave & SV Rd
Phone:  726-3497
Admission:  Free

Free fly casting clinics by Sturtevants begin on Tuesdays during the summer months starting June 1.  Meet at Atkinson Park at 6pm. Clinics are for ages 8 and up, under 12 years must be accompanied by parent(s).  Gear provided on a first-come-first-serve basis or bring your own.

Times: 6pm
http://www.sturtos.com
Location:  Atkinson Park
Phone:  726-4501
Admission:  Free

Notes Music Store, Heidiglyphics & Kim Stocking Present: Voici Ingenium (Talented Voices).  Every Friday Night @ the WICKED SPUD on Main Street in Hailey.  A showcase of our Valley's talented kids and adults with Music, Open Mic, Lyric Slams and so much more....

Location:  Wicked Spud, Main St. Hailey
Phone:  788-2496 or 788-7827
Admission:  FREE

 Weekly Artists' Market in Ketchum on Tuesdays June 8 through September 7 from 2-6pm. Free children's activity each week.  Free music each week.
Check out the Farmers' Market on 4th Street every Tuesday, too, from 2:30-6pm.

Times: 2-6pm
Location:  Ketchum Town Square
Phone:  788-5144
Admission:  Free

Ketchum Farmer's Market runs on Tuesday afternoons from June 8-October 12.  The Market is proud to supply fresh, locally grown produce, dairy and meats in support of sustainable agriculture.  Music, chef demostrations, kids' activities, free recipes and informational hand outs are all part of the event.  For more information call 208-720-7805 or email market manager Kaz Thea at kazthea@mac.com
Also, check out the new Artists' Market every Tuesday at Ketchum Town Plaza, 2- 6pm, from June 8 until Sepember 7.

Times: 2:30-6PM
http://www.wrfarmersmarket.org
Location:  4th Street & East Avenue, Ketchum
Phone:  720-7805
Admission:  Free

Weekly Wagon Ride BBQ dinners are offered at Galena Lodge in conjunction with Galena Stage Stop Corrals on Thursday evenings throughout the summer. Experience the traditions of the old west.  Guests will enjoy a 40-minute horse-drawn wagon ride out Senate Meadows, followed by a traditional western BBQ with all the fixins prepared by Galena Lodge.    Cost is $37.50 for adults, $19 for kids 12 & under. Fun for the whole family!
 Call Galena Lodge for further details and reservations:  726-4010.

Times: 6pm
http://www.galenalodge.com
Location:  Galena Lodge, 24 mi N on Hwy 75
Phone:  726-4010
Admission:  $37.50 adult, $19 kids 12 & under

Free movies begin each week on Friday at dusk.  Brand new movies purchased for the summer.  Each movie will be raffled off after the initial showing.  Raffle tickets are $1.
Please bring non-perishable food items to donate to the Hunger Coalition.
Schedule:
July 9 - the original Superman, starring Christopher Reeves
July 16 - The Little Mermaid
July 23 - The Best of the Little Rascals
July 30 - Napoleon Dynamite - an audience participation event!
August 6 - The Three Godfathers, starring John Wayne
August 13 - the original Annie
August 20 - The Princess Bride
August 27 - Star Wars (the 4th episode/original movie)

Times: Dusk
Location:  Bellevue Memorial Park
Admission:  Free, but bring donation for Hunger Coalition

Join a member of our guiding team and learn to fly cast, or brush up on that double haul technique. With our new location in Sun Valley, we are now able to offer nightly casting clinics to all who are curious or just a little rusty. We'll be offering nightly sessions Tuesdays thru Saturdays on the lawn in front of the Sun Valley Lodge from 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm. Equipment will be provided, but feel free to bring your own.
Times: 5:30p-6:30p
http://silver-creek.com/schools/classes.html#free
Location:  Sun Valley Lawn - in front of Lodge
Phone:  (208) 622-5282