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Calendar SUMMER 2010 JUNE 11–13 Jackson Hole Rendezvous Annual XXXIV Car Show LOCATION: Jackson Hole, WY CONTACT: 208-521-2666; Bob Haderlie JUNE 16-18 Association of Idaho Cities Annual Conference LOCATION: Shilo Conference Center, 780 Lindsay Blvd, idaho Falls CONTACT: 208-344-8594; www.idahocities.org JUNE 17 7th Annual Taste of Idaho Sample the best restaurants of greater idaho Falls and enjoy live entertainment. LOCATION: Snake River Landing, idaho Falls CONTACT: 523-1010 ext. 15; www.idahofallschamber.com JUNE 12 Free Fishing Day COST: Free LOCATION: Statewide CONTACT: 525-7290; www.fishandgame.idaho.gov JUNE 12 Sheep to Shawl Local shearers, spinners and weavers demon- strate their skills using wool sheared from the zoo’s flock of sheep. TIME: Noon–3 p.m. LOCATION: Tautphaus Park Zoo, idaho Falls CONTACT: 612-8552 JUNE 12 Skandinavian ‘Midsommar’ Celebration A participatory folk dance and music event, including pole raising, long dance, children and adult dances. (Bring a dish for potluck dinner.) TIME: 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. LOCATION: Sealander Park (West end of St. John Rd.—exit 113 on i-15), idaho Falls CONTACT: 522-1022 JUNE 12 Teton Dam Marathon Celebration and Expo Runners from all over the country participate in one of the six races, featuring a full-marathon, marathon-relay, half-marathon, 10K, 5K, or a one-mile fun run, which takes place every year around the anniversary of the breaking of the Teton Dam. TIME: Races begin at 6 a.m. COST: $3–$50 (depends on race), free public admission LOCATION: Teton Dam site and Smith Park, Rexburg CONTACT: 359-3020 ext. 0; www.dammarathon.com JUNE 14-19 Idaho High School Rodeo State Finals TIME: various COST: $6 adults, $4 children LOCATION: Bannock County Fairgrounds, Pocatello CONTACT: 237-1340 JUNE 16 City Club of Idaho Falls presents: War Zone to the White House: An evening with Rachel Martin ABC-Tv’s World News with Diane Sawyer cor- respondent and former NPR reporter Rachel Martin returns to her hometown for an evening of stories about the amazing events which have shaped the last decade. TIME: 7:30 p.m., (6:30 p.m. gallery recep- tion) COST: $35 LOCATION: Colonial Theater, 450 A Street, idaho Falls CONTACT: 522-0471; ifcityclub.com 12 | EAST IDAHO SUMMER FUN GUIDE 2010 JUNE 19 Scenic River Classic Run Proceeds from this annual 5K/10K event ben- efit people with disabilities receiving services through Development Workshop, inc. LOCATION: Freeman Park, idaho Falls CONTACT: 524-1550 (ext. 112); www.dwinc.org JUNE 19 Teddy Bear Day Free admission at Tautphaus Park Zoo for chil- dren 12 and under who bring their teddy bear. includes a fun-filled day of bear activities, crafts and games. TIME: All day COST: Free LOCATION: Tautphaus Park Zoo, idaho Falls CONTACT: 612-8552 JUNE 19TH & 20TH Eastern Idaho Chapter V.M.C.C.A 32nd Annual Swap Meet and Car Show COST: Free admission LOCATION: Tautphaus Park Hockey Shelter, idaho Falls CONTACT: 522-4074 (daytime) or 523-6384 (evenings) JUNE 24-27 2010 USPSA Area 1 Pistol Championship Hosted by the South east idaho Practical Shooters, inc., the match will bring top action pistol competitors from all western states, Hawaii, Alaska, Canada and elsewhere for a 4-1/2 day action pistol match to determine the 2010 uSPSA Area 1 Pistol Champion. TIME: 7:30 a.m.–6 p.m. LOCATION: South east idaho Practical Shooters, 65th West, idaho Falls CONTACT: 390-9863; Tim egan JUNE 24-29 Oklahoma! The Sounds Choir presents its 33rd annual summer musical. This year’s presentation is oklahoma! Show dates: June 24–26, 28–29. TIME: 7:30 p.m. COST: $8 general/$15 reserved LOCATION: idaho Falls Civic Auditorium, 501 S. Holmes, idaho Falls CONTACT: 522-0471; www.idahofallsarts.org JUNE 26 5th Annual Bluegrass on the Greenbelt The festival serves as a fundraiser for the Strings for Kids program. Bring a chair. TIME: 1 p.m.–9 p.m. COST: Free LOCATION: South Capital Park, near the Art Museum of eastern idaho, idaho Falls CONTACT: 520-0272; www.bluegrassonthegreenbelt.com JUNE 19 Car Show An annual Car Show hosted by Taylor Chevrolet. enjoy free hotdogs and drinks. Browse the vendor booths. TIME: 9 a.m.–3 p.m. COST: Free LOCATION: Taylor Chevrolet, 819 S. Yellowstone Hwy., Rexburg CONTACT: 356-6600 JUNE 19 Henry’s Fork Day Celebrate the Henry’s Fork Foundation’s 26th anniversary with festivities include breakfast, a casting competition, social hour, a silent and live auction and prime rib dinner. LOCATION: Last Chance Fisherman’s Access, island Park CONTACT: 652-3567; henrysfork.com JUNE 19 Mackay Rodeo The days activities include a parade at noon and rodeo. TIME: Noon parade; 2 p.m. Rodeo COST: $8 adults, $4 children, under 6 free CONTACT: 588-3027 JUNE 26 Falls Southern Baptist 3rd Annual Car Show TIME: 10 a.m. registration; 11 a.m–2 p.m. judging LOCATION: 6070 15th east (Just North of Sandy Downs), idaho Falls CONTACT: 552-3098 July JULY 1–6 Dreamchasers Running & Fitness Camp Spend a few days training with David goggins, Navy SeAL, Runner’s World’s Running Hero, classified as the “World’s Toughest Man.” LOCATION: Teton Springs Resort, victor CONTACT: 787-2077; dreamchaserevents.com Independence Day Festivals (see page 24) JULY 6 Youth Culture Tickets Available Tickets for the Annual idaho international Dance and Music Festival Youth Culture are free, but limited. TIME: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. COST: Free LOCATION: Rexburg Area Chamber of Commerce, 127 e Main Street, Rexburg CONTACT: 356-5700; rexcc.com