Wed Aug 14
Hikin’ Buddies
9:30AM-1PM / Adams Gulch / Ketchum
Sponsored by Mountain Humane, Hikin’ Buddies gives hikers an opportunity to take a shelter dog for a hike, or hang out and socialize with the smaller dogs. Just north of Ketchum, turn left at Adams Gulch and follow to trailhead to pick out a buddy. Adoptions are available onsite, as well.
Wed Aug 14
Discovery Club
10-11AM / Sawtooth Botanical / Ketchum
Discovery Club, for children ages 2 to 5 and their adults, will meet to explore, do yoga, and interact with the Garden and each other. The Botanical Garden is located at 11 Gimlet Road. The program continues through Aug. 21. For more information, contact kim@sbgarden.org or call (208) 726-9358.
Wed Aug 14, Fri Aug 16 & Sun Aug 18
Redfish Live
5-8PM / Redfish Lodge / Redfish Lake
Music from Stanley presents live music on the front lawn, next to Redfish Lake, every Sunday from 5-7 p.m., Wednesdays and Fridays from 6-8 p.m. Food and beverages are available at Redfish Lodge.
Wed Aug 14
James McMurtry Live
8:30PM / The Mint / Hailey
The great singer-songwriter James McMurtry will play at The Mint, upstairs. He will be joined by Bonnie Whitmore, a country singer from Texas who grew up touring with her family. For tickets, visit haileymint.com.
Thu Aug 15-Fri Aug 16
Creative Jump In
10AM-5PM / SV Center / Hailey
Sun Valley Center for the Arts Creative Jump-In series will offer a two-day beginner class on how to create custom leather sandals that are perfect for summer. Sandals 101 – “I Made Them Myself!” will be held at The Center in Hailey. For more information or to register for this two-day class, visit sunvalleycenter.org or call The Center’s box office at (208) 726-9491.
Thu Aug 15, Fri Aug 16, Mon Aug 19
‘Comedy Of Errors’
6:30PM / Forest Service Park / Ketchum
The Sun Valley Shakespeare Festival and Laughing Stock Theatre Co. will present one of William Shakespeare’s best-loved comedies over seven nights. Audiences may sit in bleachers, or in their own chairs, at the park. Refreshments and picnics are welcome but don’t pop any champagne corks during the show. Children 12 and under are free when accompanied by an adult. The show will continue on Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, Aug. 21, 23 and 24. For tickets, call (208) 721-7048 or visit laughingstocktheatre.org.
Thu Aug 15
Hailey Farmers’ Market
2-6PM / Main St. / Hailey
Each week, Wood River Farmers’ Markets bring together consumers with regional farmers who offer organic and locally grown foods. The Hailey Farmers’ Market takes place on Main Street between Carbonate and Galena streets and offers comradery, fresh produce, crafts, and other items.
Thu Aug 15
Exhibition: Mirage
4PM / SV Center / Ketchum
Just prior to the free Evening Exhibition Tour of “Mirage: Energy, Water, and Creativity in the Great Basin,” guests are invited to view historical photos and help The Center to fill in the blanks. At the very least, it promises to be a fun trip down Memory Lane. “We are thrilled to be able to celebrate The Center’s 50th year of service to this community,” said Kristin Poole, artistic director at The Center. “We’ve uncovered some great history and many hilarious photos, and now we’d appreciate the community’s help in sharing their memories and helping us identify some of the people and events of the past.” Photographer Laura McPhee will attend this exhibit and discuss her photographs, which will be displayed. For more information about this special event, visit sunvalleycenter.org or call (208) 726-9491.
Sat Aug 17-Mon Aug 19
SV Music Festival
6:30PM / SV Pavilion / Sun Valley
The Sun Valley Music Festival (formerly Sun Valley Summer Symphony) will continue with its free programs held at the Sun Valley Pavilion. On Saturday, enjoy the ever-popular “Pops Night: Music of George Gershwin,” and on Sunday, it will be Mason Bates and “Music Inspired by Outer Space,” with vocalist Sasha Cooke. Monday is Musicians Choice Chamber Music. For the full schedule, visit svmusicfestival.org/summer-concert-series.
Thu Aug 15
Mahoney’s Live
6:30PM / Mahoney’s / Bellevue
Hurdy Gurdy Girls will open the show this week, followed by headliner country music singer/songwriter and recording artist McKenna Faith. The shows are always free, and family-friendly. Mahoney’s is on Main Street in beautiful downtown Bellevue.
Thu Aug 15
Live Sawtooth Brewery
7PM / Sawtooth Brewery / Hailey
Sequestrado will play outside at the Sawtooth Brewery & Tap Room on River Street in Hailey. There is never a cover for the Brewery’s summer music series.
Wed Aug 15
Live In Stanley
9:30PM / Velvet Falls / Stanley
There will be a dance party in the Velvet Falls Dance Hall at Mountain Village Resort this week. This event is free. For more information on Stanley events, visit stanleycc.org.
Thu Aug 15
Women In Business BAH
5-7PM / Pure Body Bliss / Hailey
The Chamber of Hailey and the Wood River Valley will host a special Women in Business BAH at Pure Body Bliss Studios at 91 East Croy Street, Suite B, behind The Mint, in Hailey. Pure is co-owned by body workers Alysha Oclassen, Jacqui Terra and Gabby Rivelo. “We really love to help build up women so that they can become stronger than they think they are,” Oclassen said. “But while our mission is to empower women, we are absolutely there for our men folk, too. They are always welcome.” Guests may meet local business owners and catch up on Chamber-related news and events. Food and beverages will be provided, and don’t forget to bring your business cards to enter a special “BAH” raffle. For more information contact Pure at (208) 720-3238, info@purebodybliss.net or Info@ValleyChamber.org or call (208) 788-3484.
Fri Aug 16
Discover Stanley
10:30AM-1PM / Redfish Center / Stanley
There will be scones and scenery at the Redfish Center and Gallery in Stanley. All are welcome to attend. Later, at 5 p.m., join the forum and lecture series at the Stanley Museum featuring Dave Kimpton, Tom Kovalicky and Jay Sevy with “Stories from Rangers Past.”
Fri Aug 16
Music In Town Square
5-7PM / Town Square / Ketchum
There will be free live music in Town Square this week. Enjoy the bench- and art-filled public space, Leroy’s Ice Cream and much more.
Fri Aug 16
SNRA Campground Talk
7PM / WR Campground / Ketchum
Join Sawtooth National Recreation Area specialists for talks on nature and more. For more information, call (208) 727-5000.
Fri Aug 16
Live Music
9:30PM / Silver Dollar Saloon / Bellevue
Live music is every Friday at the iconic Bellevue saloon. There is never a cover, and a free ride home is available should you need it.
Sat Aug 17
Nature Hike
9:30AM / SNRA Visitor Center / Ketchum
There will be a ranger-led nature hike at the Sawtooth National Recreation Area Visitor Center, north of Ketchum, along the Harriman Trail, exploring the history of the area, and looking for plants, signs of animals, and birds. Junior Rangers and families are welcome. For more information, call (208) 727-5000.
Fri Aug 16-Sun Aug 18
WR Studio Tour
11AM-5PM, 10AM-5PM / Various / Ketchum
The annual Wood River Valley Studio Tour is underway with its Mosaic Project Online Auction. Friday through Sunday, it will host the Group & Mosaic Project Exhibition at the Ketchum Innovation Center, 180 6th Street West. For more information visit wrvstudiotour.org.
Sat Aug 17
Discovery Days
11AM-1PM / Silver Creek / Picabo
The Idaho Conservation League will host a guided nature walk at Silver Creek Preserve to explore the natural world with The Nature Conservancy. For information, visit idahoconservation.org
Sat Aug 17
Sun Valley On Ice
9:30PM / SV Ice Rink / Sun Valley
Enjoy the show from rink-side seating or dine on buffet from the Terrace of the Sun Valley Lodge while watching today’s top skaters. This week, the featured skater will be Jeremy Abbott, four-time U.S. National Champion. For more information and tickets, contact the Guest Center at (208) 622-2135.
Sat Aug 17 & Sun Aug 18
Music On The Deck
6-9PM / Lefty’s / Ketchum
Music on Lefty’s sunny deck will continue all summer. On Saturday, see Ian Timony, and on Sunday, Hat Trick will perform. Lefty’s is located at 231 6th St. E., in Ketchum.
Sun Aug 18
Discover SNRA
1-3PM / SNRA / Ketchum
Discovery Stations will be held at the Sawtooth National Recreation Area Visitor Center, north of Ketchum. These are free, hands-on, family-oriented learning stations focusing on different aspects of the SNRA. For more information, call (208) 727-5000.
Tue Aug 20
Rally For The Valley
10:30AM-5PM / Elkhorn Golf Club / Sun Valley
Elkhorn will host a women’s golf fundraising tournament with proceeds going to Emergency Services. Golfers play in costumes with decorated golf carts. The public is invited to play or participate in a social hour following the tournament. For more information, contact Tate Mills at (208) 622-2271 or tmills@sunvalley.com.
Tue Aug 20
Ketchum Farmers’ Market
2-6PM / River Run / Ketchum
Wood River Farmers’ Markets bring together consumers with regional farmers. The Ketchum Farmers’ Market takes place weekly at its new location in the lower permit lot at scenic River Run. Along with fresh produce and crafts, there will be live music, food trucks and more.
Tue Aug 20
NAMI Recover Support
5:30-7PM / Sun Club / Hailey
Men’s meetings second and fourth Tuesday each month. Both genders are invited to attend on the first and third Tuesday each month. All meetings are held at The Sun Club, 731 N. 1st Ave., Hailey.