December
Bird Photography 101
Tuesday, December 6th, 5:00pm
Birds are one of nature’s most difficult subjects; they are often small, hidden, far away, or moving, and can be all of these things. Photographer, Ken Miracle, will explain how to find birds and get them in your viewfinder. He’ll talk about camera gear and camera settings and answer your questions.
Conversational Spanish
Now every other week beginning Tuesday, December 6th, 6:00pm
Back & better than ever! Going on vacation and want to brush up on your Spanish? Learn the basics, or extend what you already know. Light refreshments provided.
All About Snowshoeing with Idaho State Parks & Recreation
Thursday, December 29th, 5:30-6:30pm
Looking for a way to stay active during the winter months, or want to explore a new hobby? Snowshoeing is an easy and accessible option for people of all ages and abilities. Not to mention all the beautiful parts of our state you can enjoy! Idaho City Backcountry Yurt Coordinator for Idaho State Parks & Recreation, DeEtta Peterson, will be here to share expertise on equipment, safety, the best places for exploring, and more.
Garden City Community Legal Clinic
December 15th, 4:00-6:00pm
IVLP recruits attorneys from local communities who volunteer their time and expertise through advice and counsel on your civil legal matter.
You will be called when you have a confirmed time slot. Visit https://laserfiche.isb.idaho.gov/Forms/ClinicReg to register or scan the QR code.
The Women’s & Children’s Alliance
Monthly on the 3rd Wednesday, December 21st, 1:30-3:30pm
The WCA operates shelters, provides counseling, legal advocacy, and crisis services to survivors of domestic and sexual abuse. For more information, visit www.wcaboise.org.
Idaho Department of Labor
Monthly on the 3rd Thursday, December 15th, 9:00am-12:00pm
Idaho Department of Labor will be at the library. To learn more visit labor.idaho.gov
Fit and Fall Proof™: Senior Fitness Class
Tuesdays & Thursdays at 11:00am
Improve your strength, mobility, and balance to reduce risk of falling. Pick up and return waivers at the library. Registration is required. Please call (208)-472-2942 to register.
Qigong
Wednesdays at 11:00am
Qigong is an ancient Chinese health practice similar to Tai Chi in which you engage your mind, body, and spirit in a gentle way. Pick up and return waivers at the front desk. Registration is required. Call 208-472-2942.
Senior Bingo
Last Wednesdays / 3:00pm
December 28th
Join in the Bingo fun, just for seniors. Meet new people and play for prizes!
Chess
2nd Wednesdays / 2:00-4:30pm
December 14th
Learn to play in a friendly environment, or get back into the game if it has been a while. Open to beginners and all skill levels.
Book Club
Thursday, December 8th / 2:00pm
Book: : Cannery Row, by John Steinbeck
January 2023
Calligraphy Workshop
2 Sessions: Wednesday, January 4th & January 11th, 5:30-7:30pm
Ready to start a new hobby in the New Year? Learn from the experts at the Idaho Inkspots Guild on how to produce beautiful calligraphy. Come to both sessions, with beginning steps, all the way to the last session where you will leave with a beautifully lettered quotation. Please be prepared to attend both sessions. Registration encouraged. Call (208) 472-2942 to register.
Woodcarving 101 with Idaho Woodcarving Guild
Wednesday, January 25th, 5:30pm
Are you looking for a new hobby and wondering what it would take to get into woodcarving? Come watch a live demonstration of woodcarving! Take a look at different beginner projects and tools to see what you need to get started. During the demonstration, you will have time to ask all woodcarving-related questions.
Craft & Chat : Hygge Candlemaking
Tuesday, January 10th, 6:00pm
Bring some more Hygge into your life in 2023! What is Hygge? Pronounced “hooɡa”, it is a Danish & Norwegian phrase for all things cozy. Being by a fire, a soft blanket, a warm hug from a loved one, or relaxing in a bath by candlelight. In this 1st session of Craft & Chat for the year, we will sip hot cocoa while we explore DIY candle making, filled with herbs, for a beautiful, fragrant, and hygge product. All supplies provided by the library. Registration encouraged. Please call (208)-472-2942 to register
Conversational Spanish
Now every other Tuesday, January 3rd & 17th, 6:00pm
Back & better than ever! Going on vacation and want to brush up on your Spanish? Learn the basics, or extend what you already know. Light refreshments provided.
Garden City Community Legal Clinic
January 19th, 4:00-6:00pm
IVLP recruits attorneys from local communities who volunteer their time and expertise through advice and counsel on your civil legal matter.
You will be called when you have a confirmed time slot. Visit https://laserfiche.isb.idaho.gov/Forms/ClinicReg to register or scan the QR code.
The Women’s & Children’s Alliance
Monthly on the 3rd Wednesday, January 18th, 1:30-3:30pm
The WCA operates shelters, provides counseling, legal advocacy, and crisis services to survivors of domestic and sexual abuse. For more information, visit www.wcaboise.org.
Idaho Department of Labor
Monthly on the 3rd Thursday, January 19th, 9:00am-12:00pm
Idaho Department of Labor will be at the library. To learn more visit labor.idaho.gov
Fit and Fall Proof™: Senior Fitness Class
Tuesdays & Thursdays at 11:00am
Improve your strength, mobility, and balance to reduce risk of falling. Pick up and return waivers at the library. Registration is required. Please call (208)-472-2942 to register.
Qigong
Wednesdays at 11:00am
Qigong is an ancient Chinese health practice similar to Tai Chi in which you engage your mind, body, and spirit in a gentle way. Pick up and return waivers at the front desk. Registration is required. Call 208-472-2942.
Senior Bingo
Last Wednesdays / 3:00pm
January 25th
Join in the Bingo fun, just for seniors. Meet new people and play for prizes!
Chess
2nd Wednesdays / 2:00-4:30pm
January 11th
Learn to play in a friendly environment, or get back into the game if it has been a while. Open to beginners and all skill levels.
Book Club
Thursday, January 12th / 2:00pm
Book: : Unsheltered, by Barbara Kingsolver