By Les Tanner

Double-checking with event coordinators about the following locations, dates, and times is recommended.

Northern Idaho

5                 Washington-Idaho Symphony Concert: 10 AM – 12:30 PM, U of I Administration Building, Moscow

5                 AKA Open: Gi and NO Gi JiuJitsu Tournament. 8 AM – 5 PM, North Idaho College, Coeur d’Alene

5                 MET Live in HD–“La Traviata”: 9:55 AM, Kenworthy Performing Arts Centre, 508 S Main St., Moscow

8                 Storytime: 10 AM – 10:30 AM, Community Library Network, 111 S Coeur d’Alene Ave, Harrison

9                 Well~Read Morning Book Club: 2 PM – 3:30 PM, Well-Read Moose, Coeur d’Alene

9-10           Gathering of the Bands: Schuler Performing Arts Center, Boswell Hall, 880 W Garden Ave., Coeur d’Alene

11-12         Rebel Junk Holiday Vintage Market: Kootenai County Fairgrounds, Coeur d’Alene

13              Silverthorne Chamber Series Concert 1: 3 PM – 6 PM. Silverthorne Theatre, Lewiston

19              Young Authors Club: 2 PM – 3 PM, Community Library Network, Harrison

19              Holiday Bazaar: Community Center , Pierce

19-20         Gun Show: Nez Perce County Fairgrounds, Lewiston

20              “Millions”: 2:30 PM, Panida Theatre Inc, Sandpoint

26              Framer’s Market Christmas Bazaar: Kooskia

Southwest Idaho

1                 Kilroy Coffee Klatch: FREE to any and all veterans! The general public is also welcome; regular admission charges will apply. Coffee and doughnuts will be served. 10 AM, Warhawk Air Museum, Nampa

1                 Preschool Storytime with Ms. Gabby: 8 PM – 8:30 PM, 1326 W Cherry Ln, Meridian

1                 Teen Hangout: 3:30 PM – 5 PM, Library! at Cole & Ustick, Boise

1-29           Storytime with Ms. Gabby: TUESDAYS.  9 PM – 9:30 PM, 1326 W Cherry Ln, Meridian

1-29           LEGO Club!: TUESDAYS. 4 PM – 5 PM, Library! At Bown Crossing, Boise

2-30           Teen Hangout: WEDNESDAYS. 3:30 PM – 5 PM, Library! at Hillcrest, 5246 W Overland Rd., Boise

3                 Idaho Job Fair: 10 AM – 2 PM, Civic Center, Nampa

3                 First Thursday: 5 PM – 9 PM, Downtown, Boise

3                 School Age Fun: 4 PM – 5 PM, Library! at Cole & Ustick, Boise

3,10,17      Family Storytime: These will include stories and songs designed for children ages 0-5. 10:30 AM, Library! at Collister, Boise

4-5             Craft & Chocolate Affaire : Civic Center, Nampa

5                 Museum Work Day: 8 AM.  Volunteers Welcome.  Lunchtime Seminar (bring your own lunch): Speaker: Rick Williams, “Salmon”.  O.J.Smith Museum of Natural History, The College of Idaho, Caldwell

5                 Saturday Wheelchair Basketball: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM, Fort Boise Community Center, Boise

5,9             Farmer’s Market: 10 AM Wed and 3:30 PM Sat, Alpha Nursery & Garden Center, 12 Alpha Ln, Cascade

5,12           WalkAbout Boise–Preservation Idaho: 10 AM – 11:30 AM, Basque Museum and Cultural Center, Boise

5-6             Eagle Holiday Bazaar (Virtual): Eagle High School, Eagle

8                 Music History with Eric Collett: 4 PM – 5 PM, Salmon Creek Gracious Retirement Living, Boise

8                 Homeschool LABrary: Homeschoolers! Join us for a special project every week! We will explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math. Ideal for ages 6-12.  2:30 PM – 3:30 PM, Meridian Library – Silverstone Branch,  Meridian

10, 24        Gem State Fiddlers: 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM, Community Center, Weiser

11              Spanish English Storytime: 5 PM – 8 PM, Public Library, 1326 W Cherry Ln, Meridian

11              Parent/Child Outdoor Adventure: For age 3-6 years old. We will go on a short hike and participate in a craft, game, or other activity at our outdoor facility. Register at (208)608-7680. Foothills Learning Center, 3188 Sunset Peak Road, Boise

12              Holidays from The Heart: 9 AM – 3 PM, Meridian Senior Center, 1920 N Records Way, Meridian

12              Kids Discovery Expo: Entertainment and activities that will keep your kiddos laughing, learning and playing for hours.  Expo Idaho, Garden City

12              “Murder at the Deadwood Saloon”: Murder Mystery Fundraiser  Dinner and Silent Auction, 6 PM – 7 PM, Vendome, Weiser

13              Idaho Dream Wedding Expo: 11 AM – 3 PM, Expo Idaho, Garden City

14              Storytime and Art: 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM. Silverstone Branch Meridian Library, Meridian

14-15         Field to Fork: An interactive trade fair. Jack’s Urban Meeting Place, Boise

15              Homeschool Day – Map Mania: 10 AM – 11:30 AM, Boise WaterShed, Boise

18              Kids Night Out–”Friendsgiving”: 6 PM – 8:30 PM, Family YMCA, Caldwell

18-19         Idaho Snowmobile Show: Ford Idaho Center, Nampa      

18-20         Canyon County Christmas Show: Ford Idaho Center, Nampa

19              Boise Foothills Seed Collection: 10 AM, The Military Reserve, Boise

21              Terry Reilly Mobile Clinic:  9 AM – 1 PM, YMCA, Caldwell

22-28         Festival of Trees: Boise Centre, 850 W Front St., Boise

24              Baby Time: 10:30 AM – 11 AM, Meridian Library, 3531 E Overland Rd, Meridian

26              Capital City Public Market: 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM, The Grove Plaza, Boise

30-12/1     MASH (Meridian After School Hangout): Students in grades 6th up to 12th are invited to join library staff after school to eat a snack, use Wi-Fi on your device, play games and socialize with friends. 10 PM-Midnight. 1326 W Cherry Ln., Meridian

Southern Idaho

10              Veterans in Industry Hiring Event: 11 AM – 2 PM, College of Southern Idaho, Twin Falls

11              Harvest Time Festival: 10 AM – 7 PM, CSI Eldon Evans Expo Center, N College Rd, Twin Falls

12              Kids Holiday Market: 10 AM – 1 PM, Twin Falls County Fairgrounds, Filer

Central Idaho

6                 Wood River Orchestra Fall Concert: Hailey

20              Breakfast: 8 AM – 10 AM, American Legion Hall, Challis

Eastern Idaho

2-30           Special Needs Story Hour: WEDNESDAYS. 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM, Public Library, St. Anthony

11              Veterans Day: To thank those who have served our country to protect our freedom, all Veterans get FREE admission all dayto both the World Famous Hot Springs from 9 AM – 10 PM and the Indoor Aquatic Center from Noon – 8 PM. Thank you for your service! Lava Hot Springs

12              ISU Theatre, “The Spitfire Grill”: 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM, L.E. and Thelma E. Stephens Performing Arts Center, Pocatello

16-19         Disney’s Newsies Jr.:Eagle Rock Middle School, Idaho Falls

19              “TIk Tik Boom” Auditions: 10 AM – Noon, Nuart Theater, Blackfoot Community Players, Blackfoot

25              Preston Festival of Lights: 5 PM – 6 PM, Preston

25              Christmas Night Lights Parade: 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM, Pocatello