1 • MONDAY

Chasing George Washington. Presented by ENCORE! Players, Morrison Center’s Youth Performance Company. A field trip opportunity for schools and families. 9:30 & 11:30am, Morrison Center. For ticket availability contact 426-1034, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Parenting with Love & Logic. A six-week class presenting a common sense approach to parenting. 6-8pm, Longfellow Elementary, Boise Schools Parent Education, www.boiseschools.org, 854-4165.

Sew Like Boo Radley. A program in connection with The Big Read, all ages are invited to a workshop on making simple sewing repairs. 7pm, Ada Community Library, www.adalib.org, 362-0181.

Young Chefs Academy. Free Try Me Class. 6:30-8pm, www.youngchefsacademy.com, 939-2550. Reservations required.

Smarty Pants Consignment. Registration is open to enter your “new” and “like new” children’s items for a March sale. For information visit www.smartypantsconsignment.com

McCall Winter Carnival. Ice sculptures, food, crafts, music, sleigh rides, parades, contests and much more family fun. Continues through Feb. 7 for a complete schedule visit www.mccallwintercarnival.com, (208) 634-7631.

Best Open Play! Danik Gymnastics and Fun ‘n Fit Inflatables. 10am-1:30pm at Danik in Eagle. www.danikgym.com, or www.funnfitinflatables.com, 887-1493.

Old School Board Game Night. Fun for ages 6-12. 7pm, Boise Public Library, www.boisepubliclibrary.org, 384-4200.

Nature Preschool Class.  A special session on Fish, for ages 31/2 -6.  10:30am-2pm, Foothills Learning Center, cityofboise.org/bee.  To register visit www.cityofboise.org or call 384-4486.

 

2 • TUESDAY

Cinderella. A Treasure Valley Family Magazine Editor’s Pick.

Family Movie Day. $1 movies, Overland Park Cinema, www.opcmovies.com, 377-3072.

Idaho Moms Network. Stay-at-home-moms with children ages infant through preschool. For information visit www.idahomomsnetwork.org.

Reading at the Refuge. Wildlife-related stories and activities for preschoolers. 10am, Visitor Center at Deer Flat National Wildlife Refuge, 467-9278.

Challenger School Open House. 9am-7pm, Preschool-K in Boise at 338-9500, Preschool-8^th grade in Meridian at 846-8888, www.challengerschool.com.

Best Open Play! See Feb. 1 for details.

Chess at the Library. All ages and abilities welcome. 6pm, Garden City Library, www.notaquietlibrary.org, 472-2944.

Pre-Teen Art. Ages 10-12 can learn creative ideas from local artist Jackie Nelson. 4pm, Meridian Public Library, www.mld.org, 888-4451. Sign up ahead of time.

3 • WEDNESDAY

Toddler Wednesday. Use oil pastels and paper to make drawings after exploring the exhibition Fifty Works for Fifty States. Drop in with an adult, 10am-noon, Boise Art Museum, www.boiseartmuseum.org, 345-8330.

Parenting with Love & Logic. A six-week class presenting a common sense approach to parenting. 6-8pm, Hawthorne Elementary, Boise Schools Parent Education, www.boiseschools.org, 854-4165.

Parenting Teenagers. A six week class to help guide your teen. 6:30-8:30pm, Fairmont Jr. High, Boise Schools Parent Education, www.boiseschools.org, 854-4165.

Reading at the Refuge. Wildlife-related stories and activities for preschoolers. 2pm, Visitor Center at Deer Flat National Wildlife Refuge, 467-9278.

Kindermusik Celebration. Free opportunity to experience the joy of sharing music together. For ages birth – 4 years with an adult. 9:30am, for information or to sign up contact Amy at 888-6548.

Young Discoverers. For preschool age. 10:30am, Discovery Center of Idaho, www.scidaho.org, 343-9895.

Best Open Play! See Feb. 1 for details.

Games! Fun for ages 6-12. 4pm, Library! at Cole & Ustick, www.boisepubliclibrary.org, 570-6900.

Make & Take. Science and art discovery time for school aged kids. 4pm, Garden City Library, www.notaquietlibrary.org, 472-2944.

Pajama Story Time. Designed for children age 3-8, travel to China to celebrate the Lantern Festival – don’t forget your jammies and favorite stuffy. 7pm, Eagle Public Library, www.eaglelibrary.org, 939-6814.

4 • THURSDAY

First Thursday. Events and activities in Downtown Boise, 472-5200.

Studio Art Exploration. View the exhibition Fifty Works for Fifty States and experiment with oil pastels and paper. 5-8pm, Boise Art Museum, www.boiseartmuseum.org, 345-8330.

Preschool Zoo. 4-part series for ages 3-5 with an adult, featuring animals, activities, and more. 9:30-10:30am & 11am-noon, Zoo Boise, www.zooboise.org, 384-4486. Registration required.

Storytime Adventures. Fun for ages 2-6, complete with a snack. 12:30pm, Barnes & Noble, 375-4454.

Boise Baroque. Get in touch with history through the music of Handel, Vivaldi, and Bach as well as contemporary Idaho composers. 7:30pm, Jewett Auditorium College of Idaho, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , 454-1376.

Foothills School Open House.  Tour the pre-K through 9th grade classrooms, meet with teachers, parents and administrators.  Featuring a presentation highlighting the unique aspects of the educational experience at the downtown Boise school.  6pm, Foothills School of Arts & Sciences, www.foothillsschool.org, 331-9260.

Nature Preschool Class.  A special session on Fish, for ages 31/2 -6.  10:30am-2pm, Foothills Learning Center, cityofboise.org/bee.  To register visit www.cityofboise.org or call 384-4486.

 

5 • FRIDAY

Behind the Scenes with Trey McIntyre

Project. Enjoy the dance styles of Trey McIntyre Project, meet the artists, and support the YMCA’s Strong Kids campaign. 6:30pm, BSU Special Events Center, tickets available at any YMCA or www.ymcatvidaho.org.

Chocolate & Diamonds Gala. An annual night of fun, entertainment, great food, chocolate, and fundraising for the Discovery Center of Idaho. For information visit www.scidaho.org, 343-9895.

Footloose. The Starlight Mountain Theater presents a family musical with electrifying music and dance. 7:30pm, Nampa Civic Center, www.nampaciviccenter.com, 468-5555, tickets available through www.ictickets.com, 462-5523.

The Adventures of Sheerluck Holmes and Dr. Snotson! Fun family theater, 7:15pm, Prairie Dog Playhouse, www.pdplayhouse.com, 336-7383.

Sleigh Ride with Bonfire. Tour Historic Baker City in an open horse-drawn sleigh with a special stop at a festive bonfire. Geiser Grand Hotel in Baker City, OR, www.geisergrand.com, (541) 523-1889.

Parent Survival Night. Call for reservations and information, The Little Gym of Boise, www.thelittlegym.com/boiseid, 424-0486.

Puppet Show. Friends Forever, fun for all ages. 10:30am, Boise Public Library, www.boisepubliclibrary.org, 384-4200.

6 • SATURDAY

Cinderella. A Treasure Valley Family Magazine Editor’s Pick.

Wild Family Weekend. Explore the many shapes and jobs of animal feet. Up close animal encounters and a continental breakfast. For ages 6 and up with an adult. 8:30-10am, Zoo Boise, www.zooboise.org, 384-4486. Registration required.

Valentine’s Day Family Celebration. Storytime, fun craft, cookies & hot chocolate. 11am, Barnes & Noble, 375-4454. Footloose. See Feb. 5 for details.

The Adventures of Sheerluck Holmes and Dr. Snotson! See Feb. 5 for details.

Neighborhood Open Gyms. Students in grades K-6 are invited to join supervised open gyms at neighborhood schools. Hawthorne, Liberty, Koelsch, and Valley View all are open 10am-2pm. Presented by Boise Parks & Recreation in partnership with the Boise School District, 384-4256.

Scout Day. Programs are aligned with the wildlife-related badge requirements in scouting handbooks and include nature crafts, and a short hike. 1-3pm, Visitor Center at Deer Flat National Wildlife Refuge, www.fws.gov/deerflat. Register at least one week in advance, 467-9278.

Little House Birthday Celebration. Celebrate Laura Ingalls Wilder’s birthday with crafts, stories, and activities. Drop in anytime between 1-2:30pm, Eagle Public Library, www.eaglelibrary.org, 939-6814.

BSU Men’s Basketball. Vs. Idaho, 7:05pm, www.broncosports.com, 426-4737.

Starlight Snowshoe Benefit. Snowshoe under the stars at this fun and family friendly event to benefit Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. Music, snacks, beverages, raffle ticket, prizes, and more. 4-9pm, Bogus Basin Nordic Lodge, for information contact Greenwood’s Ski Haus, www.greenwoodsskihaus.com.

Historic Bown House Tour. A free tour providing hands-on activities depicting Idaho life in the 1880s. 1-4pm, located on the campus of Riverside Elementary School, 2121 E. Park Center Blvd., www.boiseassistanceleague.org.

Young Chefs Academy. We Love Chocolate Workshop. 1-3pm, www.youngchefsacademy.com, 939-2550. Reservations required.

Young Discoverers. For preschool age. 11am, Discovery Center of Idaho, www.scidaho.org, 343-9895.

Parents Survival Night. Call for reservations and information, The Little Gym of Eagle/Meridian, www.thelittlegym.com/eaglemeridianid, 938-6185.

Challenger School Open House. 9am-noon, Preschool-K in Boise at 338-9500, Preschool-8^th grade in Meridian at 846-8888, www.challengerschool.com.

Puppet Show. The puppet performance will entertain all ages. 1pm, Ada Community Library, www.adalib.org, 362-0181.

Puppet Show. Friends Forever, fun for all ages. 2pm, Boise Public Library, www.boisepubliclibrary.org, 384-4200.

Celebrate Chinese New Year. Fun for ages 6 and up. 2pm, Library! At Hillcrest, www.boisepubliclibrary.org, 562-4996.

Railroad Family Storytime. The whole family will enjoy train books, crafts, music, and games. 10:15am, Nampa Public Library, www.nampalibrary.org, 468-5803.

Family Saturday. Join the fun of stories and a craft. 11am, Meridian Public Library, www.mld.org, 888-4451.

Nature Preschool Class.  A special session on Fish, for ages 31/2 -6.  10:30am-2pm, Foothills Learning Center, cityofboise.org/bee.  To register visit www.cityofboise.org or call 384-4486.

7 • SUNDAY

Banff Mountain Film Festival. A Treasure Valley Family Magazine Editor’s Pick.

Neighborhood Open Gyms. Students in grades K-6 are invited to join supervised open gyms at neighborhood schools. Liberty & Valley View from 1-4pm, Koelsch from 10am-2pm. Presented by Boise Parks & Recreation in partnership with the Boise School District, 384-4256.

Introduction to Nonviolent Communication. Presented by Dr. Marti Monroe & Jan Blum. 2-4pm, Odd Fellows. For registration and information contact Dr. Marti Monroe, www.martimonroe.com, 938-1339.

Katie’s Awesome Draw-Some. Free drawing workshop for kids ages 10 and up. 3pm, Barnes & Noble, 375-4454.

8 • MONDAY

See a Movie – Meet the Team. See the movie Toothfairy (rated PG), then after the movie meet the Idaho Steelheads and collect autographs. 7pm, Edwards Boise 22, www.regalcinemas.com, www.toothfairy-movie.com.

Banff Mountain Film Festival. A Treasure Valley Family Magazine Editor’s Pick.

Preschool Screening. For children ages 3-5 who may have special needs. Contact the Boise School District to schedule an appointment or for information, 854-5520.

Tearless Discipline. 3-part class taught by Vivian Brault, M.A. 7-10pm, 9912 W. Secretariat Ct., for registration and information see www.parentingpath.com, 376-4249. Continues Feb. 15 & 22.

PTA Take Your Family to School Week. When it comes to children’s education, the best way to get involved is to become part of the school community. For ideas on how to participate in Take Your Family to School Week, visit the PTA website at www.pta.org.

Old School Board Game Night. Fun for ages 6-12. 7pm, Boise Public Library, www.boisepubliclibrary.org, 384-4200.

9 • TUESDAY

Banff Mountain Film Festival. A Treasure Valley Family Magazine Editor’s Pick, see page 40 for details.

Wild About Life Lecture. Learn about home composting, 7pm, Deer Flat National Wildlife Refuge, www.fws.gov/deerflat, 467-9278.

Brown Bag Lecture. The 1889 Murder of Duncan Creek by James Ware. Noon, Idaho Historical Museum, 424-9899.

Family Movie Day. $1 movies, Overland Park Cinema, www.opcmovies.com, 377-3072.

Touchstone Meeting. The center for grieving children and adolescents. 6:30-8:30pm, Warm Springs Counseling Center, 343-7797 ext. 1359.

Best Open Play! See Feb. 1 for details.

Chess at the Library. All ages and abilities welcome. 6pm, Garden City Library, www.notaquietlibrary.org, 472-2944.

10 • WEDNESDAY

BSU Women’s Basketball. Vs. Nevada, 7pm, www.broncosports.com, 426-4737.

American Girl’s Book Club. Meet Lanie, Girl of the Year 2010, with a craft and activity related to her inspiring story. 7pm, Barnes & Noble, 375-4454, call to reserve a spot.

Young Discoverers. For preschool age. 10:30am, Discovery Center of Idaho, www.scidaho.org, 343-9895.

ANSER Public Charter School. School tour and information for grades K-8. 6:30pm, www.ansercharterschool.org, 426-9840.

Art & Stories. Fun for ages 6-12. 4pm, Library! at Cole & Ustick, www.boisepubliclibrary.org, 570-6900.

Become a Mad Scientist. Fun for ages 6-12. 4pm, Library! at Collister, www.boisepubliclibrary.org, 562-4995.

Make & Take. Science and art discovery time for school aged kids. 4pm, Garden City Library, www.notaquietlibrary.org, 472-2944.

11 • THURSDAY

Pirate & Princess Ball. Enjoy some fun and games, make your own hat or crown, and enjoy tasty snacks. 5:30pm, Garden City Library, www.notaquietlibrary.org, 472-2944.

Footloose. The Starlight Mountain Theater presents a family musical with electrifying music and dance. 7:30pm, Nampa Civic Center, www.nampaciviccenter.com, 468-5555, tickets available through www.ictickets.com, 462-5523.

BSU Men’s Basketball. Vs. Utah State, 7:05pm, www.broncosports.com, 426-4737.

Storytime Adventures. Fun for ages 2-6, complete with a snack. 12:30pm, Barnes & Noble, 375-4454.

Best Open Play! Danik Gymnastics and Fun ‘n Fit Inflatables. 10am-1:30pm at Danik in Eagle. www.danikgym.com, www.funnfitinflatables.com, 887-1493.

Party on Mount Olympus. Celebrate the release of The Lightning Thief as a major motion picture. Treats, activities, games, and information for the whole family. 7pm, Ada Community Library, www.adalib.org, 362-0181.

MOPS – Mothers of Preschoolers.  Connect with other moms through education, devotion, and crafts while your preschoolers attend the Moppets program.  9:15am, Eagle Nazarene Church, www.eaglemops.blogspot.com.
 
Boys Only Book Group.  For boys with a 4-6 grade reading level, reading Lyonesse by Sam Llewellyn.  4pm, Rediscovered Books, www.rdbooks.org, 376-4229.

12 • FRIDAY

Footloose. See Feb. 11 for details.

I Do! I Do! Music Theater of Idaho presents a Valentine’s Dinner Show. 6:30pm, Nampa Civic Center, www.nampaciviccenter.com, 468-5555, tickets at www.mtionline.org.

The Adventures of Sheerluck Holmes and Dr. Snotson! Fun family theater, 7:15pm, Prairie Dog Playhouse, www.pdplayhouse.com, 336-7383.

Young Chefs Academy. Mardis Gras Party. 1-3pm, www.youngchefsacademy.com, 939-2550. Reservations required.

Young Discoverers. For preschool age. 10:30am, Discovery Center of Idaho, www.scidaho.org, 343-9895.

Sleigh Ride with Bonfire. See Feb. 5 for details.

Best Open Play! See Feb. 11 for details.

Family Game Night. After-hours fun for families with movies, treats, and video games. 6:30-8:30pm, Ada Community Library, www.adalib.org, 362-0181.

13 • SATURDAY

Shake Wiggle and Rumble. Learn about earthquakes, shifting plates, slipping faults, and other rumbles. Fun activities for all ages, including creating your own mini-earthquake. 10am-2pm, Foothills Learning Center, 3188 Sunset Peak Rd. in Boise, www.boiseenvironmentaleducation.org, 493-2530.

Sounds Like Fun! Boise Philharmonic musicians play a fun-filled, upbeat and interactive program for families with children of all ages. The music is great, the brass instruments will be featured today. 10:45am & noon, Esther Simplot Performing Arts Academy, www.boisephilharmonic.org, 344-7849.

Arts for Kids 2010. Free event encouraging children to explore and embrace art in new contexts. 1-2pm Library! at Collister & 3-4pm Library! at Cole & Ustick. For more information visit www.trica.org or www.boisepubliclibrary.org, 384-4200.

Trey McIntyre Project. Wild Sweet Love, 8pm, Morrison Center. Special packages include tickets, dinner, hotel, and overnight childcare at the YMCA. www.Treymcintyre.com, 867-2023.

Footloose. See Feb. 11 for details.

I Do! I Do! See Feb. 11 for details.

The Adventures of Sheerluck Holmes and Dr. Snotson! See Feb. 11 for details.

Valentine’s Day Parents Night Out. Fun for ages 3 years - 6^th grade. 5:30-11pm, Gem State Gymnastics Academy, www.gemstategymnastics.com, 853-3220.

Neighborhood Open Gyms. Students in grades K-6 are invited to join supervised open gyms at neighborhood schools. Hawthorne, Liberty, Koelsch, and Valley View all are open 10am-2pm. Presented by Boise Parks & Recreation in partnership with the Boise School District, 384-4256.

Parents Night Out. Fun for ages 5-12. 6-11pm or all night, Wings Center, www.wingscenter.com, 376-3641.

Young Chefs Academy. Valentine’s Day Party. 1-3pm, www.youngchefsacademy.com, 939-2550. Reservations required.

Young Discoverers. For preschool age. 10:30am, Discovery Center of Idaho, www.scidaho.org, 343-9895.

Best Open Play! Danik Gymnastics and Fun ‘n Fit Inflatables. 1-4pm at Danik in Eagle. www.danikgym.com, www.funnfitinflatables.com, 887-1493.

Mr. Patrick’s Workshop. For young inventors, designers, and engineers ages 9-12. 2-3:30pm, Ada Community Library, www.adalib.org, 362-0181.

Saturday Special. Fun for all ages. 2pm, Boise Public Library, 384-4200, www.boisepubliclibrary.org.

John Thomsen’s Railroad Songs. Share songs and folk humor about the railroads. Celebrating Nampa’s railroad history with fun for all ages. 10:15am, Nampa Public Library, www.nampalibrary.org, 468-5803.

14 • SUNDAY Valentine’s DAY

Arts for Kids 2010. Free event encouraging children to explore and embrace art in new contexts. 1-2pm Boise Public Library & 3-4pm Library! At Hillcrest. For more information visit www.trica.org or www.boisepubliclibrary.org, 384-4200.

I Do! I Do! See Feb. 11 for details.

The Adventures of Sheerluck Holmes and Dr. Snotson! Fun family theater, 2 pm, Prairie Dog Playhouse, www.pdplayhouse.com, 336-7383.

Neighborhood Open Gyms. Students in grades K-6 are invited to join supervised open gyms at neighborhood schools. Liberty & Valley View from 1-4pm, Koelsch from 10am-2pm. Presented by Boise Parks & Recreation in partnership with the Boise School District, 384-4256.

Halfway Snowmobile Poker Run. 30 miles of trails, the run includes 6 stops to draw cards and warm up at the bonfires at each station. For more information visit www.hellscanyonchamber.com/snowmobile www.club.htm.

15 • MONDAY PRESIDENT’S DAY

Young Chefs Academy. Party for the Presidents. 1-3pm, www.youngchefsacademy.com, 939-2550. Reservations required.

Idaho IceWorld Buddy Day. Two for one skating and skate rentals, www.idahoiceworld.com, 331-0044.

Best Open Play! See Feb. 1 for details.

16 • TUESDAY

Readings & Conversations. The Cabin presents author Annie Proulx. 7:30pm, Egyptian Theatre, www.thecabinidaho.org, 331-8000.

Family Movie Day. $1 movies, Overland Park Cinema, www.opcmovies.com, 377-3072.

Parenting with Love & Logic. A six week class presenting a common sense approach to parenting. 6-8pm, Pierce Park Elementary, Boise Schools Parent Education, www.boiseschools.org, 854-4165.

Reading at the Refuge. Wildlife-related stories and activities for preschoolers. 10am, Visitor Center at Deer Flat National Wildlife Refuge, 467-9278.

District 18 Legislative Forum. Residents of District 18 (South and Southeast Boise) are invited to join Reps. Branden Durst, Phylis King, and Senator Kate Kelly to discuss legislative issues and provide feedback. 7-8:30pm, Maple Grove Elementary School, bdurst@house.idaho.gov, 891-2255.

Best Open Play! See Feb. 1 for details.

Chess at the Library. All ages and abilities welcome. 6pm, Garden City Library, www.notaquietlibrary.org, 472-2944.

17 • WEDNESDAY

BSU Men’s Basketball. Vs. Cal-State Bakersfield, 8:15pm, www.broncosports.com, 426-4737.

BSU Women’s Basketball. Vs. Idaho, 6pm, www.broncosports.com, 426-4737.

Reading at the Refuge. Wildlife-related stories and activities for preschoolers. 2pm, Visitor Center at Deer Flat National Wildlife Refuge, 467-9278.

Young Discoverers. For preschool age. 10:30am, Discovery Center of Idaho, www.scidaho.org, 343-9895.

Super Science. Fun for ages 6-12. 4pm, Library! at Cole & Ustick, www.boisepubliclibrary.org, 570-6900.

Make & Take. Science and art discovery time for school aged kids. 4pm, Garden City Library, www.notaquietlibrary.org, 472-2944.

18 • THURSDAY

Storytime Adventures. Fun for ages 2-6, complete with a snack. 12:30pm, Barnes & Noble, 375-4454.

Cinderella. Free preview performance of Rossini’s comic opera, this is a short lecture about the opera, followed by a visit to a rehearsal. 6:30pm, Opera Idaho Studio, www.operaidaho.org, 345-3531.

Best Open Play! See Feb. 11 for details.

ANSER Public Charter School. Lottery for the 2010-2011 school year, grades K-8. www.ansercharterschool.org, 426-9840.

World Travel @ the Library. Travel to Australia with hands-on activities, and more. For ages 7-11. 4pm, Meridian Library, www.mld.org, 888-4451.

Boise Mothers of Multiples.  Monthly meeting.  7pm, St. Luke’s in Meridian, www.boisemom.org.

19 • FRIDAY

The Sound of Music. Music Theater of Idaho presents one of the world’s most beloved musicals. 7:30pm, Nampa Civic Center, www.nampaciviccenter.com, 468-5555, tickets available at www.mtionline.org.

New Worlds. Presented by the Boise Philharmonic. 8pm, Swayne Auditorium in Nampa, www.boisephilharmonic.org, 344-7849.

Date Night Chess Camp. 6-9pm, Vellotti’s Chess Kids. Information and registration, www.successinchess.com, 713-2486.

Young Discoverers. For preschool age. 10:30am, Discovery Center of Idaho, www.scidaho.org, 343-9895.

Sleigh Ride with Bonfire. See Feb. 5 for details.

Parents Survival Night. Call for reservations and information, The Little Gym of Eagle/Meridian, www.thelittlegym.com/eaglemeridianid, 938-6185.

District 18 Legislative Forum. See Feb. 16 for details. Contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it for time and location, 891-2255.

Cole Valley Christian School Junior High Preview. For current 6^th graders and their parents. Reservations are requested, contact Jan Goodrich, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , 375-3571.

Best Open Play! See Feb. 12 for details.

20 • SATURDAY

The Sound of Music. Music Theater of Idaho presents one of the world’s most beloved musicals. 1:30 & 7:30pm, Nampa Civic Center, www.nampaciviccenter.com, 468-5555, tickets available at www.mtionline.org.

Are You Diggin’ It? Waterwise Landscaping. Learn how to attract local wildlife and about waterwise landscaping at home. Visit the Boise City Community Forestry booth, and wander through the new WaterShed Demonstration Garden. Families can press plants, make bird feeders and plant seeds to take home. Check the website for specific presentation times, 10am-2pm, Boise WaterShed, 489-1284.

The Pied Piper. Presented by Missoula Children’s Theatre, 3 & 7:30pm, Jewett Auditorium College of Idaho. For more information visit www.mctinc.org.

New Worlds. Presented by the Boise Philharmonic. 8pm, Morrison Center, www.boisephilharmonic.org, 344-7849.

Neighborhood Open Gyms. Students in grades K-6 are invited to join supervised open gyms at neighborhood schools. Hawthorne, Liberty, Koelsch, and Valley View, all are open 10am-2pm. Presented by Boise Parks & Recreation in partnership with the Boise School District, 384-4256.

Flip Flop Clinic. Fun for ages 5 years - 6^th grade. 10am-noon, Gem State Gymnastics Academy, www.gemstategymnastics.com, 853-3220.

Young Chefs Academy. Chinese New Year’s Party. 1-3pm, www.youngchefsacademy.com, 939-2550. Reservations required.

Winter Waterfowl. Learn all about winter waterfowl, a short educational session followed by an outside walk and an activity for kids. 2pm, MK Nature Center, 287-2901.

Snowshoe Walk at Bogus Basin. In partnership with the Boise National Forest, join a guided snowshoe walk for about 2 hours on moderately steep terrain. 11am, Bogus Basin Nordic Center, 332-5390.

Read to a Therapy Dog. Fun for all ages. 1pm, Library! at Cole & Ustick, www.boisepubliclibrary.org, 570-6900.

Young Discoverers. For preschool ages. 10:30am, Discovery Center of Idaho, www.scidaho.org, 343-9895.

Parent Survival Night. Call for reservations and information, The Little Gym of Boise, www.thelittlegym.com/boiseid, 424-0486.

Cub Scout Saturday. Special badge activities for scouts and cool bird presentations. 10am-4pm, The Peregrine Fund Visitor Center, www.peregrinefund.org, 362-8687.

Square Foot Gardening. Adult/family workshop teaching sustainable, intensive backyard gardening that’s fun for everyone. 9:30am-noon, Boise Urban Garden School, 4821 W. Franklin Rd., www.boiseurbangardenschool.org, 340-0697.

Best Open Play! See Feb. 13 for details.

Read to a Therapy Dog. Fun for all ages. 2pm, Boise Public Library, www.boisepubliclibrary.org, 384-4200.

All Play @ the Library. Play the Nintendo Wii, Chess, and other fun games, for the whole family. 10:30am, Nampa Public Library, www.nampalibrary.org, 468-5803.

Family Saturday. Play a great selection of table games. 11am, Meridian Public Library, www.mld.org, 888-4451.

Celebrate Black History Month with Agape In Action Celebration,Barnes & Noble. Story times celebrating African-Americans and their contributions to history, display of artifacts, traditional dancing, face painting and more. www.bn.com/store events or call 375-4454.

21 • SUNDAY

Sunday Demonstration. Join local experts, artist, professionals, and enthusiasts for a demonstration in conjunction with the FIRST Robotics and Robots: Evolution of a Cultural Icon. 1-3pm, Boise Art Museum, www.boiseartmuseum.org, 345-8330.

Neighborhood Open Gyms. Students in grades K-6 are invited to join supervised open gyms at neighborhood schools. Liberty & Valley View from 1-4pm, Koelsch from 10am-2pm. Presented by Boise Parks & Recreation in partnership with the Boise School District, 384-4256.

Starlab. Hosted by Boise Astronomical Society. 2pm, Discovery Center of Idaho, www.scidaho.org, 343-9895.

Katie’s Awesome Draw-Some. Free drawing workshop for kids ages 10 and up. 3pm, Barnes & Noble, 375-4454.

Chinese New Year Celebration. Fun for all ages. 2pm, Boise Public Library, www.boisepubliclibrary.org, 384-4200.

22 • MONDAY

Craft Night. Fun for all ages. 7pm, Boise Public Library, www.boisepubliclibrary.org, 384-4200.

World Travel @ the Library. Travel to Australia with hands-on activities, and more. For homeschool students age 7-11. 2pm, Meridian Library, www.mld.org, 888-4451.

Nature Preschool Class.  A special session on Snakes, for ages 31/2 -6.  10:30am-2pm, Foothills Learning Center, cityofboise.org/bee.  To register visit www.cityofboise.org or call 384-4486.

23 • TUESDAY

Family Movie Day. $1 movies, Overland Park Cinema, www.opcmovies.com, 377-3072.

Touchstone Meeting. The center for grieving children and adolescents. 6:30-8:30pm, Warm Springs Counseling Center, 343-7797 ext. 1359.

National Pancake Day. IHOP restaurants will be offering each guest a free short stack of buttermilk pancakes, in return IHOP will ask guests to donate what they would have paid, or more, to Children’s Miracle Network. For details and IHOP locations visit, www.ihoppancakeday.com.

Best Open Play! See Feb. 1 for details.

Chess at the Library. All ages and abilities welcome. 6pm, Garden City Library, www.notaquietlibrary.org, 472-2944.

24 • WEDNESDAY

Young Discoverers. For preschool ages. 10:30am, Discovery Center of Idaho, www.scidaho.org, 343-9895.

Mad Math. Fun for ages 6-12. 4pm, Library! at Cole & Ustick, www.boisepubliclibrary.org, 570-6900.

We Play Wii. Fun for ages 6-12. 4pm, Library! at Collister, www.boisepubliclibrary.org, 562-4995.

Make & Take. Science and art discovery time for school aged kids. 4pm, Garden City Library, www.notaquietlibrary.org, 472-2944.

25 • THURSDAY

Parenting from the Heart. 2-session class with great parenting discussion. 6:30-9pm, Meridian Parks and Recreation, www.meridiancity.org/parks_rec. Continues March 4.

Storytime Adventures. Fun for ages 2-6, complete with a snack. 12:30pm, Barnes & Noble, 375-4454.

Best Open Play! See Feb. 11 for details.

Nature Preschool Class.  A special session on Snakes, for ages 31/2 -6.  10:30am-2pm, Foothills Learning Center, cityofboise.org/bee.  To register visit www.cityofboise.org or call 384-4486.
 
MOPS – Mothers of Preschoolers.  Connect with other moms through education, devotion, and crafts while your preschoolers attend the Moppets program.  9:15am, Eagle Nazarene Church, www.eaglemops.blogspot.com.
 
Girls Only Book Group.  For girls with a 4-6 grade reading level, reading Found by Margaret Peterson Haddix.  4pm, Rediscovered Books, www.rdbooks.org, 376-4229.

26 • FRIDAY

The Sound of Music. Music Theater of Idaho presents one of the world’s most beloved musicals. 7:30pm, Nampa Civic Center, www.nampaciviccenter.com, 468-5555, tickets available at www.mtionline.org.

Cinderella. Rossini’s comic opera presented by Opera Idaho. 7:30pm, Egyptian Theatre, www.operaidaho.org, 345-3531.

Young Discoverers. For preschool age. 10:30am, Discovery Center of Idaho, www.scidaho.org, 343-9895.

Sleigh Ride with Bonfire. See Feb. 5 for details.

Best Open Play! See Feb. 12 for details.

27 • SATURDAY

Family Art Saturday. A Treasure Valley Family Magazine Editor’s Pick.

Sounds Like Fun! Boise Philharmonic musicians plan a fun-filled, upbeat and interactive program for families with children of all ages. The music is great, and the woodwinds instruments will be featured. 10:45am, Esther Simplot Performing Arts Academy, www.boisephilharmonic.org, 344-7849.

The Sound of Music. Music Theater of Idaho presents one of the world’s most beloved musicals. 1:30 & 7:30pm, Nampa Civic Center, www.nampaciviccenter.com, 468-5555, tickets available at www.mtionline.org.

Neighborhood Open Gyms. Students in grades K-6 are invited to join supervised open gyms at neighborhood schools. Hawthorne, Liberty, Koelsch, and Valley View, all are open 10am-2pm. Presented by Boise Parks & Recreation in partnership with the Boise School District, 384-4256.

BSU Women’s Basketball. Vs. Fresno State, 7pm, www.broncosports.com, 426-4737.

Young Chefs Academy. Winter’s Best Soups and Breads. 1-3pm, www.youngchefsacademy.com, 939-2550. Reservations required.

It’s a Small, Small World. Children’s Home Society of Idaho’s 14^th Annual Gala. 6pm, Stueckle Sky Center, for information or to purchase tickets contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , 343-7813.

Young Discoverers. For preschool ages. 10:30am, Discovery Center of Idaho, www.scidaho.org, 343-9895.

Science Saturday. Ecology & Energy class, grades 3 & 4 from 9am-noon & grades 1 & 2 from 1-4pm, Discovery Center of Idaho, www.scidaho.org, 343-9895. Registration required.

Best Open Play! See Feb. 13 for details.

Mr. Patrick’s Workshop. For young inventors, designers, and engineers ages 9-12. 2-3:30pm, Ada Community Library, www.adalib.org, 362-0181.

Read to a Therapy Dog. Fun for all ages. 2pm, Boise Public Library, www.boisepubliclibrary.org, 384-4200.

Tea for Tutus. A special afternoon of dress-up, tasty treats, student performances, and much more. Supporting Educational Outreach programs and scholarships to the Academy of Dance through Friends of Ballet Idaho. 1-3pm, Grove Hotel, www.balletidaho.org, 343-0556. Reservations required.

Nature Preschool Class.  A special session on Snakes, for ages 31/2 -6.  10:30am-2pm, Foothills Learning Center, cityofboise.org/bee.  To register visit www.cityofboise.org or call 384-4486.

28 • SUNDAY

Boise Philharmonic Youth Orchestra Spring Concert. Comprised of talented high school musicians from throughout the Treasure Valley. 7pm, Timberline High School, www.boisephilharmonic.org/bpyo.

Neighborhood Open Gyms. Students in grades K-6 are invited to join supervised open gyms at neighborhood schools. Liberty & Valley View from 1-4pm, Koelsch from 10am-2pm. Presented by Boise Parks & Recreation in partnership with the Boise School District, 384-4256.

Cinderella. Rossini’s comic opera presented by Opera Idaho. 2:30pm, Egyptian Theatre, www.operaidaho.org, 345-3531.