Fall for Boise

Boise, Idaho (August 27, 2010) - Fall for Boise 2010: A Celebration of Culture & Community

Fall for Boise is a celebration throughout September and October of local arts, history, and culture. Boiseans are fortunate to live in a vibrant community in which creativity flourishes in every season. Fall is an especially active time as many performing arts organizations kick-off their new seasons.

The individuals and organizations who share their talents and passions with the community energize Boise.  Together we make Boise a home and destination where creativity and  innovation are embraced; where our city's unique qualities both present and past are honored; and where we  mold a hopeful and vibrant future.

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The City of Boise, Department of Arts &History with support from Capital City Development Corporation presents FREE family-friendly Fall for Boise events to celebrate the season's festivities. Visit www.fallforboise.com to view a listing of these and other city-wide arts, history & culture events or look for your brochure at various downtown locations.

Fall for Boise Kick-off

Friday, September 3 - Grove Plaza, 5pm-7:30pm

Join the Department of Arts & History in a FREE family-friendly celebration on the Grove Plaza. Ken Bass from94.9 The River emcees starting with favorite selections old and new performed by the Boise City Band and led by maestro and musician Marcellus Brown from 5pm-6:30pm. For the last hour, dance in the Grove to a festive selection by a live DJ.

Kids will have plenty of options for entertainment throughout: free art activities, yo-yo demonstrations, facepainting & balloons, magic and more!  

Food & beverage will be available for purchase at the Brick Oven Bistro.

Fall for Boise Finale

Saturday, October 23 - Grove Plaza

5pm-7pm

The Fall for Boise Finale is a true creative collaboration featuring musicians, dancers, poets, and artists.

Thrill the World performance starts promptly at 5pm, followed by Improvolution warming up the crowd with their unique brand of ad-lib comedy. Next see the 2010 Curb Cup award winners selected by the Department of Arts & History, and the closing collaborative performances led by Jared Hallock.

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The City of Boise, Department of Arts & History would like to acknowledge the support of its partners in this Fall for Boise endeavor: City of Boise, Office of the Mayor; Central District Development Corporation (CCDC), Downtown Boise Association (DBA), and Boise Young Professionals (BYP).

Also, thank you to Fall for Boise sponsors: KNIN, 94.9 The River, KBSU Radio, & Boise Weekly.

The Department of Arts and History was established by City Ordinance in March 2008 to enhance the Boise community by providing leadership, advocacy, education, services, and support for arts and history. The new Department emerged from the former Boise City Arts Commission, which was established by City Ordinance in 1978 as a nonprofit city agency to advise and assist the City Council in development, coordination, promotion and support of the arts.