Making it feel more like home, we are here to welcome people moving to the Magic Valley. We offer our services as a conduit between the people and the community which they have chosen as a home. We would also love to post & share YOUR community events. They must be emailed no later than 2 weeks previous to the event to: twinfallswelcomemat@gmail.com
Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser – Nov 9
Nov 7th
We are holding a spaghetti dinner fundraiser at the Twin Falls Senior Center to help keep their doors open. This event is open to ALL the public. All proceeds earned will go to the Twin Falls Senior Center. Dinner will include salad, spaghetti, bread, and dessert.
Place: Twin Falls Senior Center Time: 6:00pm-8:00pm Cost: $6.00 per person
Understanding Relapsing MS, Twin Falls – Nov 9
Nov 7th
You probably have lots of questions about living with relapsing MS. Ask them! Don’t miss this opportunity to listen to a healthcare professional and meet others living with MS to learn more about relapsing MS, a treatment option and get your questions answered. Dinner to be provided. Featured Speaker: John Steffens, MD Register today! Call toll-free 1-877-969-1722 or visit: http://events.signup4.com/2011mslifelinesprograms
Starts at 05:30 PM Cost: FREE
Open Computer Lab – Nov 9
Nov 7th
If you have questions or want to learn more about using your computer, stop by the Twin Falls Public Library Open Computer Lab today. Get some one-on-one help on our computers, or bring in your own laptop for assistance. Call 733-2964 ext 109 for more information, or to learn about our Computer Classes. All Library programs are free and open to the public. 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Kickstand Southern Idaho, Twin Falls – Nov 8
Nov 7th
Speaker: Lance Foster, Lender Relations/Veterans Rep. – U.S. Small Business Administration. Topic: Tips and Insight for Preparing your Small Business Loan Application. Kickstand Southern Idaho seeks to create a thriving community of innovators and facilitate a culture of entrepreneurship. The monthly meeting provides a casual forum for members to meet, exchange, share, and showcase ideas. Appetizers and drink tickets will be provided by Kickstand sponsors. 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM at Blue Lakes Country Club, Blue Lakes Grade Road Twin Falls, ID 83301
Contact Brandon Armstrong. Phone: 208-908-0625
Email: brandon.armstrong@idahotechconnect.com
MVAF Wine Tasting/ Silent Auction – Nov 8
Nov 7th
Wine tasting/Twin Falls The fourth annual Christmas wine tasting and silent auction, hosted by Magic Valley Advertising Federation, 5:30 p.m. NOV. 8 at Rock Creek Restaurant, 200 Addison Ave. W. Features samples of wines and hor d’oeuvres. Pre-order wines for holiday gifts. The event supports the Bruce Fox Memorial Scholarship Fund, benefiting College of Southern Idaho students with an academic focus on marketing and/or graphic design. Tickets $25 per person at the door. Tickets or info: Donna Cleland, 308-0830, or Melissa Crane, 308-0488.
Adult Wheel Thrown Pottery Classes – Nov 8
Nov 3rd
Hands On Wheel Thrown Pottery Classes for Adults Location: Hands On 208-736-4475 147 Shoshone Street North Twin Falls, ID 8 week adult pottery classes 830am-11am Tuesday OR Wednesday OR 6pm-830pm Tuesday OR Wednesday October 4,5 through November 22,23 2011 Maximum 3 students each class. Instructor: Paula Dodd, member of Magic Valley Arts Council. Artist on display: Full Moon Gallery. Friday Market, Downtown Twin Falls, Idaho. Beginner/hobbyist classes. Stoneware cone,
5 clay Lead-free, dishwasher, microwave & food safe cone 5 glazes. Learn the various aspects of wheel thrown pottery including how to: wedge, center, throw, trim, and glaze. Classes meet once a week as listed above with 2 hours instruction and final 1½ hour with routine clean up. Missed classes are lost unless canceled by the instructor. Cost for this 8 week session is $175 and includes glazes, kiln time, and the first 25# bag of clay. Pottery toolkit will be supplied to first time students. Additional clay supplies can be purchased as needed. Short clipped fingernails are essential to optimum clay manipulations. Also short sleeves plus apron plus lap towel highly recommended. Weeks 1-6 of instruction will include how to wedge, center, throw, and trim clay. We will spend time getting the feel of the clay and practicing techniques to yield simple forms such as bowls, mugs, vases, etc. Week 6 will be the last time to throw; final trimming and the bisque firing at week 7. Week 8 will be final glaze firing. Pots will be picked later
Our Savior Lutheran Craft Fair – Nov 5
Nov 3rd
Approximately 24 vendors will be set up for the Craft Fair this weekend. From quilts to homemade items check out this event going on at Our Savior Lutheran in Twin falls. Proceeds will be given to a local benefit. Lunch will also be served and you can attend the fair for only $1. It will be held on Saturday, November 5th 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.