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[SPEAKER_00]: Hello, it's Leslie and you're listening to From Boise.
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[SPEAKER_00]: Today is December 11th.
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[SPEAKER_00]: Are you guys all staying at warm, trying?
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[SPEAKER_00]: Winters not my favorite, but I can't believe we are a little bit through halfway of December.
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[SPEAKER_00]: Okay, I have a lot of fun events to share with you.
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[SPEAKER_00]: So let's just go ahead and get into it.
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[SPEAKER_00]: First up, December 12th, 13th and 17th through 20th, LEDs the racking, reimagines the Nutcracker through a bold burlesque inspired lens, Part Sugar Plum, part mischief.
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[SPEAKER_00]: This genre-defined holiday production follows the lesser known story of the racking with aerial artistry, tap, opera comedy, and more.
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[SPEAKER_00]: December 13th through 23rd, ballet Idaho's The Nutcracker returns to the Morrison Center.
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[SPEAKER_00]: It's a beautiful production set to the Boise Philharmonics live performance of Chavoski score.
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[SPEAKER_00]: Follow Clara from the festive Stallbomb party to the battle with the mouse king, the snowy forest and the land of the sweets in this timeless holiday classic.
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[SPEAKER_00]: Performances run December 13th through 15th and December 19th through 21st.
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[SPEAKER_00]: Audio described shows are offered on December 14th at 12 p.m. and December 20th at 7 p.m.
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[SPEAKER_00]: It's a holiday tradition.
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[SPEAKER_00]: Fun fact, I grew up a dancer and I have done point in the Nutcracker countless times and I've still never actually been to a show.
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[SPEAKER_00]: So I might need to check that out.
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[SPEAKER_00]: I'll find way this year.
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[SPEAKER_00]: Maybe I'll see you there.
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[SPEAKER_00]: Then on Friday, December 12, lectures by Lushes is happening at 7 p.m. at the balcony club.
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[SPEAKER_00]: Its 10 Talks meets drunk history featuring smart people giving completely hammered lectures on topics like zombies survival, wicked, nuclear history, and more.
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[SPEAKER_00]: Tickets are $17 and this is $21+.
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[SPEAKER_00]: this episode is brought to you by the Idaho Lottery.
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[SPEAKER_00]: If you need a quick fun and honestly, delightful gift this season, the Idaho Lottery's holiday scratch games are back and they're an easy win.
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[SPEAKER_00]: Figuratively, of course.
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[SPEAKER_00]: There are six festive games this year, including the $5 jingle bells Christmas smells to get that actually smells like cranberries.
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[SPEAKER_00]: It's a whole experience.
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[SPEAKER_00]: Every holiday scratch game comes with a second chance code, giving you a chance to win one of ten $1,000 prizes after the new year.
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[SPEAKER_00]: You can enter your codes through January 31st at 1159pm.
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[SPEAKER_00]: Plus, you get free holiday envelopes with your scratch purchase, which makes these perfect for stockings, gift exchanges, or adding a little jolly good fun to your holiday cards, and every ticket help support Idaho Public Schools and buildings.
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[SPEAKER_00]: Play-wise, must be 18-year older.
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[SPEAKER_00]: To see
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[SPEAKER_00]: visit the link in the show notes.
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[SPEAKER_00]: This episode is sponsored by Art Source Gallery.
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[SPEAKER_00]: If you're still searching for the perfect last-minute gift, art source gallery in downtown Boise has you covered.
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[SPEAKER_00]: Their holiday market is full of curated locally crafted pieces you won't find anywhere else.
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[SPEAKER_00]: Like small paintings, jewelry, ceramics, glass art, wearable art, and tons of beautifully made work from more than 40 Idaho artists.
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[SPEAKER_00]: Everything in the gallery is original and many of the artists are regional or nationally recognized.
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[SPEAKER_00]: So, whether you need something tiny and thoughtful or a big show stop or piece, you'll find something special and still within budget.
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[SPEAKER_00]: Support local artists, finish your shopping, and walk out with a gift that actually means something.
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[SPEAKER_00]: Learn more at artsourcegallery.com.
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[SPEAKER_00]: You can find a link in the show notes.
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[SPEAKER_00]: Now Saturday, December 13th, ramen rave is happening from 7pm to late at the shrine basement.
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[SPEAKER_00]: Nudel Monster founder Kyle Biglow, who's been hosting ramen pop-ups and serving handmade ramen for 10 plus years, is teaming up with Seattle based and local DJs for one of a kind party.
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[SPEAKER_00]: Expect community and immersive art, house music that'll keep you moving, and steaming bowls of ramen to carry you through the night.
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[SPEAKER_00]: Next, Woodblock Printmaking is happening from 1030am to 3pm at Catalyst Arts Collaborative.
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[SPEAKER_00]: This hands-on workshop teaches you how to carve a woodblock, ink it, and make your own prints.
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[SPEAKER_00]: You'll create a unique block and can pull up to 4-6 by 8 prints during class.
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[SPEAKER_00]: Bring your own design or use one provided.
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[SPEAKER_00]: No art experience needed.
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[SPEAKER_00]: It's $90 in open for ages 16 plus.
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[SPEAKER_00]: On Sunday December 14th, it's $1 a day at the old Idaho Pen happening from 12 to 5 p.m. at the old Idaho Pen attend tree.
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[SPEAKER_00]: Celebrate 51 years of the pen as a historic site with $1 mission free guided tours offered every 30 minutes from 1230 to 330 p.m. first come and history showcases throughout the day.
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[SPEAKER_00]: Last admission is at 4 p.m.
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[SPEAKER_00]: On Tuesday, December 16, Jane Austen's 250th birthday ball is happening from 7 to 10 p.m. at Old Speak Bar.
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[SPEAKER_00]: Enjoy a champagne toast, guided dance, and a special Austin reading, period of tire encouraged.
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[SPEAKER_00]: Proceeds support the Boise Period project.
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[SPEAKER_00]: There's a general admission and a VIP Darcy table option available.
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[SPEAKER_00]: Doors at 7 p.m. Ball starts at 8 p.m. and this is 21+.
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[SPEAKER_00]: That's all for my round-up of fun things to do this weekend, but if you would like a full list, you can find it in your inbox or you can subscribe at frumboise.com.
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[SPEAKER_00]: Have a great weekend!