2nd Tuesday Watercolor Class - IWS
2025-10-14 10:00 - 13:00 (America/Boise) | Magic Valley Arts Council, 195 River Vista Place, Ste 1, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
What: 2nd Tuesday painting session
When: Tuesday, October 14
Where: Twin Falls Center for the Arts
What time: 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 or so
What to bring: Painting supplies and a painting friend.
Who can come: We welcome all painters to join us. Paint in whatever medium you like to use, and bring what you are working on.
Directions: Twin Falls Center for the Arts – MVAC classroom on the second floor.

Inktober!
There is a wonderful opportunity to do a daily painting in October.
Check out this website if you are interested in joining in the Inktober fun! https://inktober.com/
They provide a daily prompt that you can follow for a quick sketch every day.
It is a fun way to make a daily drawing practice happen.
Get started and bring along your collection of drawing to share what you have done so far.

What we will do: Let’s Experiment with Ink
1. What kind of ink or pens

Black ink or colored inks
Alcohol ink
Ballpoint Ink pens
Brush Pens
Other – you tell me!

2. What can you do with ink?

Paint with ink
Draw with ink
Experiment with acrylic inks
Try out alcohol ink
Endless possibilities…

What to Bring:

Ink: In you have ink of any kind, bring it. (No worries if you don’t have it – we will have ink for you to use.)
Paper Options to use with ink:

A sketchbook with watercolor paper,
or plain sheets of watercolor paper (140lb)
Colored paper
Or Multimedia art paper
Card stock
Yup paper
Other…experiment with what you have…

Who can come:
We welcome all painters to join us. Paint in whatever medium you like to use, and help our group grow by inviting a painting friend.

Also: In case you are wondering.
We were planning on doing gold leaf in the October session, but Linda had a conflict so we have moved that session to November!
Thanks Linda!

TIPS:

Idaho Watercolor Society: It is a good time to sign up for a membership in Idaho Watercolor Society.
If you sign up now the cost is $45 for the rest of this year and for 2026. (The fee is changing to $55 on January 1)
Sign up online at: https://www.idahowatercolorsociety.org/
Upcoming events IWS include:

Local membership events in South Central IWS including 2nd Tuesday painting
IWS members show and sale at the Rotunda
Annual Juried Show/and workshop.
Spring workshop
September Annual Meeting and watercolor workshop
And much more…

Magic Valley Arts Council: Support the Arts with a membership in MVAC. (Only $25)
MVAC provides opportunities for artists all year long with discounted rates for members.
Check out the current list of classes available at low cost!
MVAC has been a generous supporter of Idaho Watercolor Society painters and our 2nd Tuesday painting group for many years!
Check them out at: https://magicvalleyartscouncil.org/

Public Art Commission Opportunity - City of Rupert
2025-10-15 - 2025-12-20 | ID
The City of Rupert, Idaho (“City”) is seeking proposals from qualified artists or artist teams to design, fabricate, and assist in the installation of a permanent outdoor public artwork at the
prominent intersection of 7th Street and G Street, at the end of Fremont Avenue in the City. The City intends this monument to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 2026 and to celebrate the spirit, heritage, and shared values of the Rupert, Idaho community.
The City encourages proposals ranging from traditional sculptural monuments to modern or abstract works that speak to Rupert’s history, identity, and enduring American values of freedom, independence, and community pride.
Project Goals
 Honor the Nation’s Founding: Mark the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with a lasting and meaningful public artwork.
 Celebrate Local Identity: Reflect Rupert’s history, culture, and values—whether agricultural heritage, pioneering spirit, or civic pride.
 Create a Landmark: Provide a visually striking, durable work of art that becomes a recognizable point of pride for residents and visitors while creating a cohesive element in the historic downtown.

Eligibility
This opportunity is open to professional artists, art vendors, and artist teams residing in the United States.
 Previous experience completing outdoor public art installations is preferred but not required.
 Artists of diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and artistic styles are encouraged to apply

Artwork Guidelines
The artwork should:
 Be permanent, durable, and low-maintenance, suitable for Idaho’s four-season climate.
 Be visible and impactful from a distance.
 Be safe for public interaction and able to be placed in the intersection without obstructing pedestrian or vehicle line-of-site requirements in the surrounding area.
 Include interpretive or educational elements if desired (plaques, integrated text, etc.).
The City is open to a wide range of artistic expressions: traditional figurative sculpture, abstract monumental art, or multi-material installations that meet the project’s commemorative purpose.

Budget
The City has identified $35,000 for this project; however, the final budget may exceed the amount depending on fundraising and the cost of the selected artwork.
This amount must cover all costs related to the design, engineering, fabrication, transportation, installation, artist travel, insurance, and any other expenses necessary to complete the project.

Proposal Submission Requirements
Interested artists must submit the following in digital format (PDF preferred) and delivered to Rupert City Hall by deadline of 12/20/2025.
1. Letter of Interest (1–2 pages)
o Describe your artistic vision, approach to commemorative or community-focused work, and why this project interests you.
2. Concept Sketches or Renderings
o Illustrative images of your proposed design (conceptual level acceptable at this stage).
o Indicate materials, size, and installation concept.
3. Budget Estimate
o Preliminary breakdown showing how the project would be completed within the available funds.
4. Timeline
o Proposed milestones from design to fabrication and installation, anticipating completion by mid-late 2026.
5. Resume / CV (for artist or team members)
o Include past public art commissions or relevant experience.
6. Portfolio of Past Work
o 5–10 images with descriptions (title, location, materials, budget, year completed).
7. References
o At least two professional references, is preferred, from someone familiar with your public art or large-scale project work.
Timeline
RFP Release: October 10, 2025
Proposal Deadline: December 20, 2025
Finalist Notification: January 2, 2026
Final Design Approval: February 15, 2026
Fabrication & Installation By Summer/Fall 2026 (Preferably July 4, 2026)
(Timeline subject to adjustment based on project needs, artist schedule and funding.)

Contact
For general questions, to request the full RFP, or clarifications about making application, please contact:
Kelly Arthur Anthon — kelly.anthon@rupert.id.us] | (208) 436-9600
Leslie Garner — leslie.garner@rupert.id.us] | (208) 436-9600
City of Rupert Administration

Magic Valley Gem Club - Gem & Jewelry Show
2025-10-18 09:00 - 18:00 | Sligar Auditorium, 195 River Vista Pl,, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
What: MVGC annual gem & jewelry show
When: October 18 | 9am –
Where: Sligar Auditorium | Magic Valley Arts Council, 195 River Vista Place, Twin Falls, ID 83301
Cost: Free!

Come support local jewelry makers and silversmiths at the Magic Valley Gem Club’s Gem & Jewelry Show! Get a jump on your holiday gifting and shop the wares of talented local artisans. Located in the auditorium at the Magic Valley Arts Council. This event is free to attend!

Art Class: Beginning Bookbinding
2025-10-18 10:00 - 12:00 | Magic Valley Arts Council, 195 River Vista Place, Ste 1, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
Saturday, October 18
10:00 a.m. – Noon
Magic Valley Arts Council – 2nd floor classroom
Cost: $20 to MVAC members, $25 to Not-Yet Members
No experience necessary! Suitable for ages 14 and up.
Class size is limited for the best experience, sign up early to save your spot!
Register online below, call MVAC at 208-734-ARTS (2787), or stop in to sign up.

The Magic Valley Arts Council presents Beginning Bookbinding with Kristy Caprai

Have you ever come across the most beautiful paper and wished it could be in your sketchbook? Do you often wish for a pocket-sized booklet that you can tuck in your bag, ready to capture any passing thought? Join us in Beginning Bookbinding to learn how to create a personalized sketchbook/travel journal and bring those ideas to life!
Students will learn how to make a notebook using the chain stitch binding technique, and you will keep the book you make in class. Learn about bookbinding tools including awls, proper thread, needles, hole punching jigs, and more. Leave with an instructional sheet after the workshop so that you can continue to make journals at home.
These books make great travel-sized notebooks or sketchbooks, are endlessly customizable, and make for a great personalized DIY gift!
Whether you’re new to bookbinding or have dabbled in the past, this class offers a fun, approachable way to enjoy the craft and build your skills.

All materials provided No experience necessary — beginners welcome!

Refund Policy: all ticket, table, or seat purchases are NON REFUNDABLE from date of purchase.

Arts on Tour - Johnny Cash & Neil Diamond Tribute
2025-10-18 19:30 - 21:00 | CSI Fine Arts Auditorium, 315 Falls Ave, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
In a captivating tribute performance, one exceptionally talented artist brings to life the spirit of two musical legends – Johnny Cash and Neil Diamond. With a rich, resonant voice and commanding stage presence, Doug Allen Nash channels the raw, rugged energy of Cash, strumming iconic hits like I Walk the Line and Ring of Fire. Then, with seamless grace, he transforms into Diamond, delivering heartfelt renditions of classics such as Sweet Caroline and America. Through masterful vocals, authentic styling, and a passionate stage presence, Nash honors both icons, creating an unforgettable journey through decades of American music history – all in one mesmerizing performance.

Adults: $40, Senior: $36, Students: $32
Ticket purchase options:
Order online: Buy tickets now
Order by phone: Call (208) 732-6288
Purchase in Person:
CSI Fine Arts Center Box Office
315 Falls Avenue in Twin Falls
Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm
6:30pm-7:30pm on performance nights

Comics & Cartoons with Norman Shurtliff
2025-10-28 - 2025-11-11 | Magic Valley Arts Council, 195 River Vista Place, Ste 1, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
Comics & Cartoons
with Norman Shurtliff
Tuesdays, October 28 – November 11 | 6pm – 8pm
$50 / MVAC Members
$60 / Non-Members (membership begins at on $25/year! Click here to join or renew your membership and save.)
Register online below, or call 208-734-ARTS (2787) to sign up!
This class is optimized for kids and kids at heart, starting at 10 years old!

Join Norman Shurtliff, author of the Skull Cat graphic novel series, as he guides you how to create your very own cartoon, comic, or graphic novel! Split across three weeks, each class will cover something new. By the end of the series, you will officially be a comic strip author/artist! You can work on the same comic throughout the series, or a new one each class.
Week one: Character Design

Learn Norman’s process for designing characters. See how he designed the characters from his graphic novel series Skull Cat. Design your own characters using his Ultra Super Stickman Deluxe method.

Week two: Story Design

Learn the steps of the three act story structure, and why planning your story is important. Learn how to find a story amongst all the world building we love to do. Write a basic story together.

Week three: Drawing Comics

Learn the steps to creating a comic book, like penciling, inking, and lettering. See behind the scenes of how Skull Cat was created. Create your own short story comic using a provided template or begin your epic graphic novel from scratch.

Open to all levels, ages 10 and up. All supplies provided.

Refund Policy: all ticket, table, or seat purchases are NON REFUNDABLE from date of purchase.

The Hello Girls - Twin Falls Theatre Collective
2025-10-30 - 2025-11-16 | Twin Falls Theatre Collective, 310 Main St, Filer, ID, 83328, United States
Join the cast of Twin Falls Theatre Collective in their production of THE HELLO GIRLS this fall!
When: October 30; November 1, 3, 6, 7, 8, 10, 14, & 15 | 7pm
AND November 2, 8, 9, & 16 | 2pm
There will also be a special FREE performance for Veterans on November 11.
Where: Twin Falls Theatre Collective (310 Main St, Filer, ID 83328)
Cost: $20/ea, purchase tickets online HERE: https://twinfallstheatre.com/tickets/

From New York to Paris, from ragtime to jazz, THE HELLO GIRLS chronicles the story of America’s first women soldiers in this new musical inspired by history. These intrepid heroines served as bilingual telephone operators on the front lines, helping turn the tide of World War 1. They then returned home to fight a decades-long battle for equality and recognition, paving the way for future generations. THE HELLO GIRLS was commissioned and premiered by NYC’s Prospect Theater Company to celebrate the centennial of these groundbreaking women.

Arts on Tour - CIRQUE KALABANTÉ
2025-11-01 19:30 - 21:00 | CSI Fine Arts Auditorium, 315 Falls Ave, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
Inspired by daily life in Guinea, Cirque Kalabanté is a thrilling show by Yamoussa Bangoura that takes audiences on a breathtaking journey that shares the beauty, youth and artistry of African culture. A colorful performance beyond its scenery, costumes and staging, Cirque Kalabanté pulsates with energy and fills the theatre with a vibrant representation of strength, agility and the life joys of young Africans. Prepare to see acrobats executing gravity-defying moves while the contemporary sounds of live Afro-Jazz, percussion, and kora play from the stage. Immerse yourself in a universe of wonder, and prepare for an unforgettable journey.

Adults: $44, Senior: $40, Students: $36
Ticket purchase options:
Order online: Buy tickets now
Order by phone: Call (208) 732-6288
Purchase in Person:
CSI Fine Arts Center Box Office
315 Falls Avenue in Twin Falls
Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm
6:30pm-7:30pm on performance nights

Intro to Portraiture: Graphite Portraits
2025-11-06 - 2025-12-04 | Magic Valley Arts Council, 195 River Vista Place, Ste 1, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
Intro to Portraiture: Graphite Portraits
with Jude Metzler
Thursdays, November 6 – December 4 | 6pm – 8pm
$65 / MVAC Members
$80 / Non-Members (membership begins at on $25/year! Click here to join or renew your membership and save.)
Register online below, or call 208-734-ARTS (2787) to sign up!

Intro to Portraiture will teach the elements of creating a portrait. Here you will learn how to draw eyes, noses, and mouths from different angles. In the end, combining all of those elements to create a portrait. After this class, students will be able to take away an understanding of facial structure, light value, and how to draw from reference.
We’ll cover specific techniques for:

light direction and source
shading and blending
creating values in black and white

Whether you’ve drawn portraits before or you are completely intimidated by the prospect, this is the class for you! Jude will break down the process into simple steps that can be applied to any portrait.
Open to all levels, ages 14 and up. All supplies provided.

Refund Policy: all ticket, table, or seat purchases are NON REFUNDABLE from date of purchase.

Second Saturday Art Class: Illuminated Lettering
2025-11-08 10:00 - 12:00 | Magic Valley Arts Council, 195 River Vista Place, Ste 1, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
Saturday, November 8
10:00 a.m. – Noon
Magic Valley Arts Council – 2nd floor classroom
Cost: $15 to MVAC members, $25 to Not-Yet Members
No experience necessary! Suitable for ages 14 and up.
Class size is limited for the best experience, sign up early to save your spot!
Register online below, call MVAC at 208-734-ARTS (2787), or stop in to sign up.

Second Saturday at the Full Moon Gallery presents Illuminated Lettering with Michelle George
Illuminated Lettering, also known as “versals” is one of the very oldest forms of art. A versal is a large capital letter used to start out a word, poem, verse, name, or song. We will be decorating them in a variety of ways, using both watercolor and pen and ink. We will make use of both positive and negative spaces to make our designs expressive, unique, and fun! Both beginners and more advanced artists will enjoy creating designs that are as simple or elaborate as you please!
All materials provided. No experience necessary — beginners welcome!

About the Instructor:
Michelle George is a mostly self-taught watercolor artist, and has been painting for over 25 years. After moving to Idaho in 2020, she has taken full advantage of the CSI classes which are free for those over 60 , including Drawing 1 and 2, Art History, Calligraphy, and Figure Drawing. Michelle enjoys teaching adults, and teaches a watercolor group that meets around her kitchen table, as well as students that she teaches over Zoom. From 2019 to 2023, Michelle was the Co-Program Director for the California Watercolor Association, conducting monthly General Meetings and hosting demonstrations over Zoom. She has participated in Art and Soul in 2023 and 2025, and just recently has become the representative for the Idaho Water Society south central region.

Refund Policy: all ticket, table, or seat purchases are NON REFUNDABLE from date of purchase.

2nd Saturday Art Class YOUTH | Fall Festival
2025-11-08 10:00 - 12:00 | Magic Valley Arts Council, 195 River Vista Place, Ste 1, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
Saturday, November 8
10:00 a.m. – Noon (we will stop accepting walk-ins at 11:30am if classes are full)
Magic Valley Arts Council – Ground Floor
Cost: FREE for ages 18 and under
Join us for a creative Second Saturday youth workshop! Kids 18 and under can join in to create two mixed media projects celebrating the fall season, harvest time, and the transition to cooler weather.
Parents, bring your little ones out for a morning of creativity—no registration required! Drop-ins are welcome until 11:30 AM. If the workshop is full when you arrive, we may ask you to explore the gallery upstairs while waiting 10-15 minutes for a spot to open up.
Attendance is no charge, but we request that you RSVP online below or by calling 208-734-ARTS (2787) so we have an idea of how many kids to plan for.

Fellowship Concert Series: EllieMae
2025-11-10 19:00 - 2025-11-11 21:00 | Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 160 9th Ave, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
What: EllieMae in concert
When: Second Mondays of the Month – November 10th 7–8:30pm Doors open at 6:30pm.
Where: Unitarian Universalist Fellowship 160 9th Ave E, Twin Falls, Idaho 83301
Cost: $15 suggested donation

THE FELLOWSHIP CONCERT SERIES PRESENTS: ELLIEMAE IN CONCERT
The heart and the heritage of country music and farming are intertwined in EllieMae. Born and raised in Southern Idaho, EllieMae is familier with the dirt roads that led to both harvest and song lyrics. As a songwriter, EllieMae writes what she knows: country life, family, love and loss, and Coors Light. She’s the best parts of country – good music and incredible storytelling.
EllieMae’s gumption is evident from the first note she sings. Listeners know she is exactly what she sings: hard working, kind, persistent, and won’t take shit from anyone.

2nd Tuesday Watercolor Class - IWS
2025-11-11 10:00 - 13:00 | Magic Valley Arts Council, 195 River Vista Place, Ste 1, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
What: 2nd Tuesday painting session
When: Tuesday, November 11
Where: Twin Falls Center for the Arts
What time: 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 or so
What to bring: Painting supplies and a painting friend.
Who can come: We welcome all painters to join us. Paint in whatever medium you like to use, and bring what you are working on.
Directions: Twin Falls Center for the Arts – MVAC classroom on the second floor.

Ready to learn about using Gold Leaf in your artwork?
What we will do:
Experiment with gold leaf!
Linda Dennis will show us the materials needed, and how to use them to add gold leaf to artwork.
Thanks Linda for your time and effort to provide this lesson for us!

What to bring: Painting stuff, a piece you might want to add some gold leaf treatment, and of course, whatever you want to work on at this session.

Who can come: We welcome all painters to join us. Paint in whatever medium you like to use, and help our group grow by inviting a painting friend.

TIPS:
Check out the art classes offered by MVAC! Affordable and fun!
The list is long and there is something for everyone!
Classes are on Saturdays and some evenings in November and December.

Illuminated Letters
Graphite Portraits
Block Printing (2 options)
Holiday Cards
Holiday Sketchbook Pages
Youth Art Classes for 18 and under

Register in person at MVAC, or online here:

Art Classes
magicvalleyartscouncil.org

TFHS Music Department Veterans Day Performance
2025-11-11 19:00 - 21:00 | Roper Auditorium, 1615 Filer Ave E, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
What: Veterans Day musical performance
When: Tuesday, November 11 | 7pm
Where: Roper Auditorium, | 1615 Filer Ave E, Twin Falls, ID 83301
Cost: Free!

The Twin Falls High School Music Department invites you to the Veterans Day Concert on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at 7 p.m. in Roper Auditorium.
Enjoy a powerful combined performance by the TFHS Choir, Band, and Orchestra as they pay tribute to those who have served our country.
Free and open to the public — all are welcome!

Cowboy Christmas
2025-11-14 - 2025-11-15 | Twin Falls County Fairgrounds, 215 Fair Ave, Filer, ID, 83328, United States
What: The Gold Buckle Club presents: Cowboy Christmas!
When: November 14 – 15 | 10am – 6pm
Where: Twin Falls County Fairgrounds, Merchant Building 1 | 215 Fair Ave, Filer, ID 83328
Cost: $5 entrance fee

Cowboy Christmas is more than a vendor event. It’s a celebration of the season with a western twist.
Held at the Twin Falls County Fairgrounds on November 14 and 15 from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, this festive market brings together artisans, makers, and small businesses offering handcrafted goods, rustic home décor, boutique finds, and holiday treats.
Whether you’re shopping for unique gifts or soaking in the seasonal atmosphere, Cowboy Christmas delivers the perfect mix of country charm and Christmas magic.

Open House & Artist Reception: Art of the Gift
2025-11-14 17:00 - 19:00 | Full Moon Gallery of Fine Art & Contemporary Craft, 195 River Vista Place, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
Friday, November 14 | 5-7pm
Full Moon Gallery of Fine Art & Contemporary Craft
195 River Vista Place, 1st & 2nd Floors

You’re invited to the Artist Reception for The Art of the Gift! Join us on Friday, November 14 from 5-7 pm for an evening celebrating the joy of holiday gifting through art. This festive show offers a variety of thoughtful, gift-sized works created by our talented artist community.
Meet the artists, enjoy light refreshments, and find the perfect piece to share with loved ones this holiday season. Join us in celebrating creativity and the spirit of giving!

Featured Guest Artists: Kevin Brown, Laura Cook, Emma Doshier, Heather Guthrie, Leslie Lambert, Leandra Martin, Russ McAnulty, Mary McInnis, Charlotte Moody-Emerson, Connie Pepper, Jake Petruzzelli, Shannon Rios, Tiffany Rivera, Axelia Rose, Brandi Sever, Paula Sinclair, Melissa Whitchurch, & Jenn Young

Contemporary Craft & Literary works by: Richard Aldama, Carole Barber, Jane Bennett Munro, Rebecca Bischoff, Kristy Caprai, Pegan Cook, Jerry Dodds, Alannah Dyer, Julie Georgiades, Alex Hartwig, Autumn Knoepfel, Steve Mink, Connie Pepper, Lori Rieth, Paula Sinclair, Jane Slickers, & Bev Stone.

Magic Valley Symphony - Holiday Favorites
2025-11-14 19:30 - 21:30 | CSI Fine Arts Center, 315 Falls Ave, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
What: Magic Valley Symphony with special guests Magic Valley Chorale and CSI Chamber Choir
Where: CSI Fine Arts Building, 315 Falls Ave
When: Friday, November 14 | 7:30pm – 9:30pm
Cost: $12/Adults, $10/Seniors, $6/Students. Tickets available online here: https://www.mvsymphony.org/

About the Event

With Special Guest Performers of the MAGIC VALLEY CHORALE, Matt Belliston, director, & CSI CHAMBER CHOIR, Serena Clark, director

Star Spangled Banner
Liberty Bell March, Semper Fidelis, Sousa
God Bless The USA, Lee Greenwood
The Promise Of Living, Aaron Copland
Come Thou Fount, arr. Mack Wilberg
The Glory Of The Lord & Hallelujah Chorus, GF Handel
O Holy Night, arr. Caleb Collins
The Many Moods Of Christmas, Suites 1 & 4, Robert Shaw/Robert Russell Bennett

Tickets should be purchased online if possible. Seats are not guaranteed if you wait to purchase a ticket at the door. You may also call our Director of Development, Amy Toft, to reserve a ticket by calling 208-404-9670.

Magic Valley Symphony - Holiday Favorites
2025-11-15 14:00 - 16:00 | CSI Fine Arts Center, 315 Falls Ave, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
What: Magic Valley Symphony with special guests Magic Valley Chorale and CSI Chamber Choir
Where: CSI Fine Arts Building, 315 Falls Ave
When: Saturday, November 15 | 2pm – 4pm
Cost: $12/Adults, $10/Seniors, $6/Students. Tickets available online here: https://www.mvsymphony.org/

About the Event

With Special Guest Performers of the MAGIC VALLEY CHORALE, Matt Belliston, director, & CSI CHAMBER CHOIR, Serena Clark, director

Star Spangled Banner
Liberty Bell March, Semper Fidelis, Sousa
God Bless The USA, Lee Greenwood
The Promise Of Living, Aaron Copland
Come Thou Fount, arr. Mack Wilberg
The Glory Of The Lord & Hallelujah Chorus, GF Handel
O Holy Night, arr. Caleb Collins
The Many Moods Of Christmas, Suites 1 & 4, Robert Shaw/Robert Russell Bennett

Tickets should be purchased online if possible. Seats are not guaranteed if you wait to purchase a ticket at the door. You may also call our Director of Development, Amy Toft, to reserve a ticket by calling 208-404-9670.

Printmaking Basics: Block Printed Gift Wrap with Ellie Burton
2025-11-18 18:00 - 20:00 | Magic Valley Arts Council, 195 River Vista Place, Ste 1, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
Tuesday, November 18
6pm – 8pm
Magic Valley Arts Council – 2nd floor classroom
Cost: $15 to MVAC members, $25 to Not-Yet Members
No experience necessary! Suitable for ages 14 and up.
Class size is limited for the best experience, sign up early to save your spot!
Register online below, call MVAC at 208-734-ARTS (2787), or stop in to sign up.

Join us for Printmaking Basics: Block Printed Gift Wrap
Join us for a hands-on holiday workshop where you’ll learn the timeless art of block printing to create custom hand-printed gift wrap! In this two-hour class, you’ll be guided through the basics of carving soft rubber block, transferring designs, inking, and printing, with a special focus on creating a beautiful, repeatable block print design. You will take your carved and finished block home, along with a length of hand-printed paper!
All materials are provided by the Magic Valley Arts Council, and no experience is necessary! Perfect for beginners or anyone wanting to create one-of-a-kind wrapping paper.
Refund Policy: all ticket, table, or seat purchases are NON REFUNDABLE from date of purchase.

Herrett Forum presents: Branches & Bridges - Uniting Cultures in Idaho and Beyond
2025-11-18 18:30 - 20:30 | The Herrett Center for Arts & Science, 315 Falls Ave, Twin Falls, Idaho, 83301
Date: Tuesday, November 18 | 6:30pm
Cost: Free
Time: 6:30pm
Location: Rick Allen Room in the Herrett Center, Twin Falls, ID
This lecture, Branches and Bridges Uniting Cultures in Idaho and Beyond, will be presented by the founder and director of Culture for Change. Culture for Change is a grassroots organization established in Twin Falls in 2019 and is committed to empowering women and youth through education, training, and a sense of belonging in the community.
This inspiring presentation will highlight the importance of community involvement as well as describe the positive impact Culture for Change has had thus far through providing education and training for women and youth that promotes cultural, social, and financial independence through an inclusive, safe space. Creating a community full of confidence and joy.

Albion Cowboy Gathering & Christmas Parade
2025-11-28 - 2025-11-29 | Albion Park, 437 W N St, Albion, ID, 83311, United States
What: The largest cowboy gathering Albion has seen since 1875!
When: November 28 – 29, 2025
Where: Albion Park – 437 W N St, Albion, ID 83311
When: beginning at 10am each day

Join us for the highly anticipated annual Albion Cowboy Gathering and Christmas Parade, a celebration that captures the spirit of the West and the joy of the holiday season! This weekend-long event features an all-cowboy Christmas Parade, live musical performances, local artisans showcasing their craftsmanship, and a visit from Santa himself. Families and friends father to enjoy delicious food, community camaraderie, and unforgettable memories. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to experience the heart of Albion’s cowboy culture and holiday cheer!
The annual Albion Cowboy Gathering and Christmas Parade is held every Friday and Saturday following Thanksgiving. Bring the whole family to this fantastic visitor-friendly event. Enjoy the parade filled with over 200 participants decked out in traditional cowboy attire and tack. Where cowboys will gather to keep traditional cowboy culture alive. Join us year after year for the “Largest Cowboy Gathering Albion has seen since 1875”.

Holiday Cards in Watercolor with Leslie Lambert
2025-12-06 15:00 - 17:00 | Magic Valley Arts Council, 195 River Vista Place, Ste 1, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
Holiday Cards In Watercolor: Paint & Sip (Cocoa, Cider)
with Leslie Lambert
Saturday, December 6 | 3pm – 5pm
$20/ MVAC Members
$25/ Non-Members (membership begins at on $25/year! Click here to join or renew your membership and save.)

Send a little joy this season — handmade by you!
In this festive and beginner-friendly watercolor workshop, you’ll create beautiful, one-of-a-kind holiday cards. You’ll learn simple watercolor techniques to bring your cards to life with color and charm.
No drawing or painting experience? No problem! You’ll be guided step-by-step through a couple of designs, with plenty of time to experiment and personalize your cards. This class is about creativity, connection, and having fun with paint — not perfection.
By the end, you’ll walk away with a couple of heartfelt cards ready to send or frame — and maybe a little more holiday spirit, too.
All materials provided Just bring your curiosity and a little holiday cheer!
Register online below, or call 208-734-ARTS (2787)

About the Instructor

Leslie Lambert (also known as Leslie Redhead) is an award-winning artist, teacher, illustrator, and author known for her dramatic watercolors. Her art focuses on the combination of spontaneity and detail that watercolor has to offer. She continues to explore the possibilities and pushes the medium beyond its limitations to achieve luminous and incredible results.
Leslie’s paintings are in private and corporate collections worldwide. She has a Master of Education in Art Education and holds signatures with Northwest Watercolor Society (NWWS) and the Canadian Society of Painters in Water Colour (CSPWC). Leslie teaches painting and drawing at the University of Victoria in Victoria, BC and conducts workshops in Canada, the U.S., and Spain. She currently resides near Spokane, WA.
Her work is featured in Splash 10: Passionate Brushstrokes from the Splash: Best of Watercolor series, Leslie Redhead: the life of an artist, and Making It! Case Studies of Successful Canadian Artists. She is the author of Watercolor 365 and illustrator the children’s book, Island in the Salish Sea by Sheryl McFarlane. Leslie is represented by Horizon Fine Art in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, Trail’s End Gallery in Chewelah, Washington, and the Kube Gallery in Fort Langley, BC.

Printmaking Basics: Block Printed Holiday Cards with Ellie Burton
2025-12-06 18:00 - 20:00 | Magic Valley Arts Council, 195 River Vista Place, Ste 1, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
Saturday, December 6
6pm – 8pm
Magic Valley Arts Council – 2nd floor classroom
Cost: $15 to MVAC members, $25 to Not-Yet Members
No experience necessary! Suitable for ages 14 and up.
Class size is limited for the best experience, sign up early to save your spot!
Register online below, call MVAC at 208-734-ARTS (2787), or stop in to sign up.

Join us for Printmaking Basics: Block Printed Cards
Nothing beats the joy of receiving a heartfelt card from someone you love. What better way to do that, than by printing the card yourself?
Join us for a hands-on holiday workshop where you’ll learn the timeless art of block printing to create custom hand-printed greeting card! In this two-hour class, you’ll be guided through the basics of carving soft rubber block, transferring designs, inking, and printing, with a special focus on creating a beautiful block print design. You will take your carved and finished block home, along with a finished card or two!
All materials are provided by the Magic Valley Arts Council, and no experience is necessary! Perfect for beginners or anyone wanting to create truly unique cards for their friends and loved ones.
Refund Policy: all ticket, table, or seat purchases are NON REFUNDABLE from date of purchase.

Arts on Tour - Christmas With Cantus
2025-12-06 19:30 - 21:00 | CSI Fine Arts Auditorium, 315 Falls Ave, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
As one of the nation’s most renowned vocal ensembles, Cantus has come to prominence with their distinctive approach to creating music. Working without a conductor, the members of Cantus rehearse and perform as chamber musicians, each contributing to the entirety of the artistic process, creating programs that give voice to shared human experiences. Committed to the expansion of the vocal music repertoire, Cantus actively commissions new music and seeks to unearth rarely performed repertoire for low voices. Their holiday program, Lessons and Carols for Our Time, will highlight classics old and new in a moving presentation that seeks to engage, inspire and transform.

Adults: $36, Senior: $32, Students: $28
Ticket purchase options:
Order online: Buy tickets now
Order by phone: Call (208) 732-6288
Purchase in Person:
CSI Fine Arts Center Box Office
315 Falls Avenue in Twin Falls
Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm
6:30pm-7:30pm on performance nights

Fellowship Concert Series: From Appalachia to Europe and Beyond, The Holidays
2025-12-08 19:00 - 2025-12-09 21:00 | Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 160 9th Ave, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
What: Jon, Jenni, Quin, & Mike in concert with special guests The Rosen Dusters!
When: Second Mondays of the Month – December 8th 7–8:30pm Doors open at 6:30pm.
Where: Unitarian Universalist Fellowship 160 9th Ave E, Twin Falls, Idaho 83301
Cost: $15 suggested donation

THE FELLOWSHIP CONCERT SERIES PRESENTS:
Jon, Jenni, Quin, and Mike will present a musical, acoustic set featuring Christmas songs and tunes from Appalachia and Europe. After intermission, the group will be joined by guitar and fiddle students (the Rosen Dusters) playing Christmas standards.

2nd Tuesday Watercolor Class - IWS
2025-12-09 10:00 - 13:00 | Magic Valley Arts Council, 195 River Vista Place, Ste 1, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
What: 2nd Tuesday painting session – Annual Holiday Painting Party!
When: Tuesday, December 9
Where: Twin Falls Center for the Arts
What time: 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 or so
What to bring: Painting supplies and a painting friend, a gift to exchange (details below), food to share.
Who can come: We welcome all painters to join us. Paint in whatever medium you like to use, and bring what you are working on.
Directions: Twin Falls Center for the Arts – MVAC classroom on the second floor.

What will we do:
Share what you know, and Paint:

Would you mind sharing a painting tip with the group? Anything you can share will be helpful!

Favorite Paper, great paint color your are using, pens, pencils, great tools, …
New to you techniques that might help others
Classes that have been helpful, online or in person

Take a few minutes to paint the holidays!

I have a couple of simple and fun holiday projects in mind to show you!
If you have something to share, we are all eyes and ears!

Gift Exchange—
Bring a small piece of art work (prefer it be yours but anything goes), or art tools, supplies or ?? for our gift exchange.
Please wrap or bag…. Don’t stress over what to bring! No masterpieces allowed-it is always fun to see what you come up with each year.

What’s for lunch:

Holiday Pot Luck. A platter of sandwich fixings will be available.

You can help complete the lunch.
Bring along a simple lunch item to share if you can
whatever beverage you would like.

(No worries if you are too busy to make or pick up something to bring, we always have too much, and we just want you to show up!)

Who can come: We welcome all painters to join us. Paint in whatever medium you like to use.

AND: A holiday gift suggestion for yourself: how about a membership in an art focused organization:
Idaho Watercolor Society Membership:
Consider joining Idaho Watercolor Society if you are not already a member!
To join or renew, visit the IWS website: https://www.idahowatercolorsociety.org
Click the “Join” button to renew or become a new member.
If you can join or renew online, or there is a mail in option!
(Tip: If you join by December 31, it is $45. If you wait until January 1 or later the price is going up to $55.)

MVAC Membership:
If you are a member of Magic Valley Arts Council, thank you!
If not, please consider a membership.
The Arts Council is a non-profit promoting the arts, and membership is $25. You can sign up at their office in the lobby!
We are fortunate to have MVAC host our 2nd Tuesday painting sessions each month. We appreciate your support MVAC!

Check out the list of very affordable classes being offered on the MVAC website: https://magicvalleyartscouncil.org/
Sign up easy online or at the MVAC office.

Dec. 6: Watercolor Greeting Cards with Leslie Lambert
December 9: Layered Mountain Landscape in Wood with Emma Dossier
December 13, Daily Sketchbooks: Holiday Sketchbook Pages with Connie Pepper

Looking forward to our holiday celebration together!

Open House & Artist Reception PART TWO: Art of the Gift
2025-12-12 17:00 - 19:00 | Full Moon Gallery of Fine Art & Contemporary Craft, 195 River Vista Place, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
Friday, December 12 | 5-7pm
Full Moon Gallery of Fine Art & Contemporary Craft
195 River Vista Place, 1st & 2nd Floors

If you missed the first one, don’t fear! You’re invited to the second Artist Reception for The Art of the Gift, Friday, December 12 from 5-7pm. Join us for an evening celebrating the joy of holiday gifting through art. This festive show offers a variety of thoughtful, gift-sized works created by our talented artist community.
Meet some of the artists, enjoy a festive shopping experience, and find the perfect piece to share with loved ones this holiday season. Join us in celebrating creativity and the spirit of giving!

Featured Guest Artists: Kevin Brown, Ellie Burton, Laura Cook, Emma Doshier, Heather Guthrie, Leslie Lambert, Leandra Martin, Russ McAnulty, Mary McInnis, Jude Metzler, Charlotte Moody-Emerson, Connie Pepper, Jake Petruzzelli, Shannon Rios, Tiffany Rivera, Axelia Rose, Brandi Sever, Laura Stewart, Paula Sinclair, Melissa Whitchurch, Jenn Young, & Mike Youngman.

Contemporary Craft & Literary works by: Richard Aldama, Carole Barber, Jane Bennett Munro, Rebecca Bischoff, Kristy Caprai, Pegan Cook, Jerry Dodds, Alannah Dyer, Julie Georgiades, Alex Hartwig, Autumn Knoepfel, Steve Mink, Connie Pepper, Lori Rieth, Paula Sinclair, Jane Slickers, & Bev Stone.

Brett Reid with Rob Harding: Season's Best
2025-12-12 19:30 - 22:00 | Sligar Auditorium, 195 River Vista Pl,, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
When: Friday, December 12 | 7:30pm (doors open at 7:15pm)
Where: Magic Valley Arts Council Sligar Auditorium | 195 River Vista Place, First Floor, Twin Falls, ID 83301
Cost: $15/MVAC Member, $20/Not-Yet-Members, $150/Bistro Table. Tickets available online below, or by calling our office at 208-734-ARTS (2787)
Brett Reid and Rob Harding take the Sligar Auditorium stage to perform their “best of” selections from past performances. Their unplugged renditions of hits from Johnny Cash, The Eagles, America, Creedence, The Beatles, Don McLean, Gordon Lightfoot, Bob Dylan (and many more) guarantees a performance that will captivate the audience. Brett and Rob are a dynamic entertainment duo, notorious for their outstanding vocals, awesome guitar playing, and the telling of the “story behind the song”. Their sold-out performances here in Idaho are a testament to their quality entertainment. Get your tickets while they last, and join Brett and Rob for a tremendous evening as they pay tribute to Classic Country and Classic Rock, unplugged. A one night only event here at the beautiful Sligar Auditorium.
Refund Policy: all ticket, table, or seat purchases are NON REFUNDABLE from date of purchase.

Second Saturday Art Class: Daily Sketchbooks - Holiday Sketchbook Pages
2025-12-13 10:00 - 12:00 | Magic Valley Arts Council, 195 River Vista Place, Ste 1, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
Saturday, December 13
10:00 a.m. – Noon
Magic Valley Arts Council – 2nd floor classroom
Cost: $15 to MVAC members, $25 to Not-Yet Members
No experience necessary! Suitable for ages 14 and up.
Class size is limited for the best experience, sign up early to save your spot!
Register online below, call MVAC at 208-734-ARTS (2787), or stop in to sign up.

Second Saturday at the Full Moon Gallery presents Daily Sketchbooks: Holiday Sketchbook Pages with Connie Pepper
This hands-on workshop will get you started in a “Sketchbook Practice”. Sketchbooks can be used to record your art journey and tell your unique story. You will learn how to use your sketchbook as a visual journal of your daily experiences using illustrations and words. Sketchbooks are a great way to record travel. In this workshop, you will learn how to set up attractive pages using drawings, paintings, pictures, lettering, stamps, stencils, stickers, maps, and more.
As a theme for this workshop, we will focus on icons of the holiday seasons. We will be using references common to the holidays to design pages that tell your unique story. You are welcome to use another theme if you choose. It is your story to tell!
What you need to bring:
· A Sketchbook with watercolor paper – 140 pound paper for the best results
· Small watercolor set (MVAC has watercolors sets you can use if needed)
· Brushes (MVAC also has brushes if needed)
· Holiday references for drawings: pictures, magazine pages, objects, etc.
· Saved objects that you want to glue to your sketchbook pages: tickets, brochures, cutouts, magazine pages, maps, etc.

All materials provided **OTHER THAN SKETCHBOOK**
No experience necessary — beginners welcome!

Refund Policy: all ticket, table, or seat purchases are NON REFUNDABLE from date of purchase.

2nd Saturday Art Class YOUTH | Winter Perspectives
2025-12-13 10:00 - 12:00 | Magic Valley Arts Council, 195 River Vista Place, Ste 1, Twin Falls, ID, 83301, United States
Saturday, December 13
10:00 a.m. – Noon (we will stop accepting walk-ins at 11:30am if classes are full)
Magic Valley Arts Council – Ground Floor
Cost: FREE for ages 18 and under
Join us for a creative Second Saturday youth workshop! Kids 18 and under can join in to create two projects that celebrate the festive season and the cold weather. Students will learn the art of collage and assemblage, and how to create perspective in artworks with a fun birds-eye portrait of a snowman.
Parents, bring your little ones out for a morning of creativity—no registration required! Drop-ins are welcome until 11:30 AM. If the workshop is full when you arrive, we may ask you to explore the gallery upstairs while waiting 10-15 minutes for a spot to open up.
Attendance is no charge, but we request that you RSVP online below or by calling 208-734-ARTS (2787) so we have an idea of how many kids to plan for.
