Boise City Department of Arts & History

CALL FOR ARTISTS - Linen District Fence Public Art

Artists! We invite you to apply for the opportunity to create artwork for the Linen District Fence located west of the Linen Building on Grove Street between 14th and 15th streets, in Boise, Idaho. One artist, or artist team, will be selected and awarded a $4,000 stipend to create four new 2’ x 4’ panel works.

Applicants should consider the following prompt:

"How would your concept and materials creatively reflect the passage of time?"

The selected artist is welcome to choose their preferred medium but must consider selecting materials that can endure outdoor conditions and pedestrian interaction for one year. The artworks will be displayed in this location for one year, after which the artwork will be evaluated for acquisition, or returned to the artist. Local artists are strongly encouraged to apply and must be 18 years or older.

📝Info Session: Tuesday, August 27, 2024, at 12 p.m. (MT) via Zoom
🙋Questions/Clarifications: Via email by Monday, September 9, 2024, at 5 p.m. (MT)
✅Deadline: Thursday, September 12, 2024, at 1 p.m. (MT)

Learn more and apply at www.boiseartsandhistory.org/Opportunities/Calls-Opportunities.

Image: "Come As You Are" (2023) by Mindy Yong

INTRODUCING… “Clepsydra” (2024) by Bobby Zokaites!

Inspired by the waterwheel at C.W. Moore Park located in downtown Boise, Tempe-based sculptor Bobby Zokaites draws on the history of water as a tool for society-building to spark viewer curiosity and encourage engagement.

Zokaites’ sculpture features a central wheel and repetition of form referencing the sheer number of waterwheels originally used to irrigate Boise and Grove Street. Water and wheels were also used throughout history and across the world to measure time.

Consisting primarily of steel, this sculpture is modeled after ancient water clocks known as “clepsydras.” These six unique water-carrying vessels represent the evolution and beauty of human ingenuity as well as the immigrant populations who developed this neighborhood including (left-right): Russian, German, Japanese, Chinese, Basque, and Swedish.

Our sincere thanks to members of the design team, Capital City Development Corporation, and Guho Corp for their involvement and support.

The Old Boise Blocks Waterwheel Barrier Art project is one of three public artworks that are part of Capital City Development Corporation’s Rebuild Old Boise Blocks on Grove Street project. These community-driven infrastructure and placemaking improvements support economic vitality and a stronger, more connected neighborhood. Learn more at www.ccdcboise.com

Photography by Brandon Loureiro.

Welcome Jenna Inzetta to the James Castle House! Join our Fall Resident for open studio events, a workshop, and final presentation.

Learn more about Jenna and ways to engage with her at www.jamescastlehouse.org

Step into Boise's rich history and vibrant public art with our summer-long series of FREE guided tours! Tours end on August 17 and spots are filling up fast so sign up today!

🔵 City Steps: Building Blocks of Boise History Tour on August 7 or 10

🟢 City Steps: Tracing Boise's Eco-History Tour on August 17

🟡 City Steps: Public Art Downtown Tour on August 10

🟣 City Steps: Public Art Cultural District Tour on August 14 or 17

Register at boiseartsandhistory.org/Explore/Guided-Tours.

Image: Arts & History Intern Lillian Green guides visitors on a downtown public art tour. Featured public art: "Gentle Breeze" (2021) by Matthew Mazzotta located at Cherie Buckner-Webb Park. Photography by Daniel Olson Photography.

Guided Tours | Boise Arts & History Explore Boise’s core and its colorful tapestry of murals, sculptures, and traffic boxes. Each 90-minute guided tour will begin and end at Cherie Buckner-Webb Park (1100 W Bannock St.). This tour is offered as part of a summer-long series of public art and history guided tours alternating on Wednes...

Summertime fun continues in August with these Recipient events!

The Luminary: The Goddessey
Thu. Aug. 1 – Sat. Aug. 3
📍Boise Little Theater

“The Goddessey” tells the story of Jane, a regular girl from our regular world, as she is sucked into The Wilds—a fantastical, interdimensional place where the divine feminine rules supreme. Each night at 7 p.m.

Flamenco Idaho: 4x4 Flamenco
Sat., Aug. 3
📍MING Studios

Experience a unique and intimate performance of Flamenco 4x4, featuring music by Portland guitarist and dancer, Brenna McDonald, dancing and singing by Bethany Hull and Kelli Brown, and photography by Kelli Brown.

Story Story Night: THE GREAT OUTDOORS
Tue., Aug. 13
📍Old Idaho Penitentiary

Told live and on a theme, hear wild, freak-of-nature stories at this month’s adults-only Story Story Late-Night. Gates at 7 p.m. Stories at 8 p.m.

Lost Grove Brewing and The Morrison Center for the Performing Arts: Neighborhood Concert Series
Wed., Aug. 21, 23, & 28
📍Boise Parks

Experience free live music at these neighborhood parks starting at 5:30 p.m.:

8/21 Kristin Armstrong Park
8/23 Elm Grove Park
8/28 Castle Hills

Rebecca Evans: Untangling the Difficult Narrative
Sat., Aug. 24 & 31
📍Boise Public Library

Join Rebecca Evans for sessions providing practical and empowering exploration into the process of writing about trauma. Workshops are open to participants of all levels who have experienced trauma or want to write about difficult narratives. Supplies provided.

Brett Perry: Dance Boise
Sat., Aug. 24
📍Shrine Social Club

For its fourth year, Dance Boise is taking over the ballroom at the Shrine Social Club and featuring some of the Treasure Valley’s best dance artists!

Idaho Shakespeare Festival Plays
Tue., Aug. 27
📍Idaho Shakespeare Festival Amphitheater

This month’s Idaho Shakespeare Festival’s Signing Shakespeare program will offer a Shakespearean favorite, “A Midsummer Night's Dream,” interpreted into American Sign Language.

More at boiseartsandhistory.org/Events

Calling all art-loving families!

Join us for a day of creativity, color, and connection at Family Museum Day this Saturday, August 3, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. at the James Castle House. Explore the gallery, engage in hands-on art activities, and discover the magic of making art together!

All ages are welcome to attend this FREE event. All supplies provided. No registration is required.

Learn more and plan your visit at jamescastlehouse.org.

Are you a historian who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative setting and is passionate about sharing local history with the public? Join the City of Boise as its History Programs Manager!

In this role, you will work with our incredibly dedicated team to plan, develop, administer, and implement Boise's history programs and events. Among other responsibilities, the successful candidate will:

- Provide historical expertise and vision;
- Conduct historical research – including oral histories – in order to conserve and interpret sites, artifacts, and events for the enrichment of the public;
- Identify ways to document and share information publicly through exhibits, tours, presentations, and events;
- Provide oversight to History division staff, graduate student fellows, and undergraduate interns.

This is a full-time on-site position working under general direction. Access the full job description and apply by July 30, 2024, at www.cityofboise.org/JoinUs

We’re turning the spotlight inward, inviting you to go behind the scenes to meet the staff at Boise Arts & History. As Boise’s local cultural agency dedicated to fostering a sense of belonging through accessible and place-based arts and history, we hope you’ll follow along and SAY HELLO as we introduce the amazing professionals on our team at the City of Boise.

Everyone, SAY HELLO to Savannah Shaon, Airport Public Art Project Coordinator!

Savannah (she/her) liaises between the departments of Arts & History and Boise Airport to support the implementation of the airport’s Arts Master Plan. Working across departments and alongside the artist community, she will expand and strengthen the airport’s art collection through new opportunities, projects, and programming.

After earning a Bachelor of Science in Criminology and Justice Systems from Truman State University, Savannah made a career change and moved to Rome, Italy to earn a Master of Arts in Art History from John Cabot University. While there, she studied ancient and contemporary Italian art and explored the region through museums, cultural heritage sites, and cafes (sipping espresso!). Upon graduating, she joined the Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts in Alabama as a curator, playing a key role in developing, producing, managing, and implementing temporary and permanent public artworks, exhibitions, and artist-driven initiatives.

As opportunities for new works of public art arise from growth and construction at the Boise Airport, she is excited to bring her background in contemporary art and experience producing and shepherding projects within visual arts in the public realm.

Warm and approachable, Savannah revels in the joy of simple pleasures, from lounging in the sun, and reading classics by Jane Austen and the Brontë sisters, to long chats with friends, and meeting new people. She also enjoys a good challenge, from hiking and running in the Boise Foothills, to brain games like Sudoku, or experimenting in the kitchen.

Learn more about Savannah and the entire team at boiseartsandhistory.org/Staff

CALL FOR ARTISTS - Boise Depot Centennial Projection Art

Idaho Artists! Apply for the opportunity to create digital projection art for temporary display on the Boise Depot as part of the Boise Depot Centennial community celebration planned for April 13 – 16, 2025. Selected artist(s) will collaborate with a contracted projection professional, work with staff to develop a community engagement opportunity, and create artwork for display that varies daily.

Applicants should consider the following prompt:

“What could the future of transportation in Boise look like?”

Info Session: Tuesday, July 23, 12-12:30 p.m. (MT) via ZOOM
Questions/Clafirifations: Via email by Wednesday, July 31, at 5 p.m. (MT)
Deadline: Wednesday, August 7, at 1 p.m. (MT)

This opportunity is open to current Idaho residents. Applicants' availability to participate in community engagement and a portion of the centennial celebration will be considered. Applicants must be 18 years or older.

Learn more and apply at www.boiseartsandhistory.org/Opportunities/Calls-Opportunities

Congratulations to the recipients of Catalyst Grant Round 3 funding! These awards support Boise-based individuals and organizations with $2,000 for small-scale and mid-sized arts, history, and cultural activities benefiting Boise residents. The awardees are (* indicates first-time recipients):

Boise Hive is hosting The Rap America Project, a summer music camp for high school and college students aspiring to learn aspects of producing rap and hip-hop music from beat making, lyrics, and songwriting, to performance. Registrations are now open! Learn more at boisehive.org

The Foundation for Idaho History is hosting 13 Stories Film Competition and Showcase, a collaboration with the Old Idaho Penitentiary and i48: The Idaho 48 Hour Film Festival & Competition. Celebrating five years, this year's event falls on September 13 & 14 and will showcase local artists and filmmakers' original short films, featuring stories of individuals who lived or worked at the former territorial prison.

Pendulum Early Music Ensemble*, a new Boise-based professional early music ensemble, will perform a concert of music written for baroque violin, cello, viola da gamba, and harpsichord at Boise State University planned for September 2024.

Rebecca Evans*, writer, instructor, and Empowerment Coach, will offer four sessions at the Women's and Children's Alliance providing practical and empowering exploration into the process of writing about trauma.

Under the Trees* is dedicated to bringing electronic dance music to Boise’s vibrant public parks. This summer, they are hosting two all-ages popups that are free and open to the public. The next event is planned for Saturday, July 27, from 5 p.m. to sunset. Join their guest list to receive location details.

Round 4 of the Catalyst Grant is currently open through August 2, 2024. For more information and to apply, visit boiseartsandhistory.org/Grants.

Image: A closeup of pencils in Noel B. Weber's studio at Classic Design Studio; Photography by Brooke Burton.

We hope you'll join Boise City Writer-in-Residence Heidi Kraay on July 10, 6 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. at the Boise Public Library! at Hillcrest (5246 W. Overland Rd.) for "Refilling Your Creative Well: Session 4.”

In these workshops for writers and artists across disciplines, participants will explore new pathways for refilling their creative wells, renewing artistic energy, and reawakening their wild spirits within.

Session 4 invites participants to consider the conflicts that haunt them. Guided by Heidi, attendees are invited to try a series of writing, reflection, and movement exercises that explore – and perhaps bridge – the gaps between those lingering divisions.

“Refilling Your Creative Well” is a six-part workshop series. While each session connects and builds upon itself, participants can attend one workshop or the entire series.

No registration is required to participate, but space is limited. This workshop is geared toward adults. As mature content may be discussed, parental discretion is advised for participants under 18. Please bring writing materials, such as a notebook and pen.

Upcoming workshops:

📌August 14, 6 p.m. - 7:45 p.m. at the Library! at Collister
📌September 25, 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. at the Erma Hayman House

Learn more about Heidi and the Boise City Writer-in-Residence program at boiseartsandhistory.org/Events

Image: Heidi Kraay reads original works at the Lit @ Lost event at Lost Grove Brewing. Photography courtesy THE CABIN.

Important update from our friends at The Morrison Center for the Performing Arts and Lost Grove Brewing.

Due to extreme temperatures, this Wednesday's (7/10) Neighborhood Concert at Castle Hills Park has been postponed. The safety of performers, staff, and community is our number one priority.

A rescheduled date will be shared soon. Stay cool Boise! 😅 ☀️ 🌡️

Soak in some summer fun with these Recipient events!

Downtown Boise: Supersized First Thursday
Thu., July 4 🎆
📍 Downtown Boise

Treat yourself to a fun and vibrant First Thursday! This year, landing on the 4th of July, festivities should be extra festive as downtown merchants remain open late and artists The Mitts, Pare Boyz, and Rippled Activations offer roving performances wherever they choose to stop.

Lost Grove Brewing and the The Morrison Center for the Performing Arts: Neighborhood Concert Series
Wed., July 10, 24, & 31
📍 Boise Parks

Celebrating their 4th year, the Neighborhood Concert Series provides free pop-up concerts in parks around Boise! Making live music more accessible, this series ensures Boiseans can experience live music without worrying about cost or transportation. Don’t forget to bring your own cup for draft beverages.

* July 10 - Castle Hills Park - POSTPONED
* July 24 - Elm Grove Park
* July 31 - Cypress Park

Story Story Night: OUT THE BACK DOOR
Tue., July 16
📍 Old Idaho Penitentiary

At the adults-only Story Story Late-Night, storytellers roast themselves by airing shameless true stories of their lives on an out-there theme. On July 16, camp out on the yard of the Women’s Ward of the Old Pen to hear wild, freak of nature stories from the black sheep of the storytelling family. Admission is $17 in advance and $20 at the door.

Idaho Shakespeare Festival Plays
July 17
📍Idaho Shakespeare Festival Amphitheater

This month, Idaho Shakespeare Festival’s Signing Shakespeare program will offer American Sign Language-interpreted & real-time captioning performance of Stephen Sondheim’s award-winning Into the Woods. The play will transport you to a land where there is a giant in the sky, a wolf in the woods, a curse reversed, and a wish in everyone’s heart.

More at www.boiseartsandhistory.org/Events

INTRODUCING... Reclaimed Majesty (2024), Boise’s inaugural Art Port, by Serena Allen-Szatkowski!

Responding to the City of Boise's Climate Action Curb It initiative, Reduce/Reuse, and located on Grove Street between 13th & 14th streets, this temporary, two-year public artwork is made of repurposed steel scraps and a touch of spray paint. Of this work, Boise artist Serena Allen-Szatkowski, currently enrolled and working towards a bachelor’s of Fine Arts at Boise State University, says:

“The coyote is a prominent species of the Boise Foothills and her cub will inhabit this territory long after she is gone. Being a steward of nature means taking responsibility for the environment shared by all and recognizing that our actions today will impact future generations. The coyote and her cub also gaze towards the direction of the Mountain Cove and Cottontail Loop trail as an invitation to explore Boise’s wilderness.”

The first of two, Boise’s inaugural Art Port consists of plinths with universal mounting plates allowing for a temporary and continual rotation of sculptures for public display.

Made possible through a partnership between the city’s Arts & History and Public Works departments, along with Capital City Development Corporation (CCDC), this program is part of CCDC’s Rebuild Linen Blocks on Grove Street project. These community-driven infrastructure and placemaking improvements support economic vitality and a stronger, more connected neighborhood.

Our sincere thanks to Boise State's Associate Professor of Sculpture Lily Lee and Guho Corp for their assistance and support.

Photography by Brandon Loureiro.

FUNDING OPPORTUNITY
Catalyst Grant Program
Round 4: July 1 to August 2, 2024

We invite you to apply for the FOURTH and FINAL round of the Catalyst Grant. This 2024 pilot program will award $40,000 in four (4) rounds to support small-scale and medium-sized cultural projects benefiting Boise residents. Applicants can submit proposals for a standard award size of $2,000 for projects that take place within Boise City Limits before September 30, 2024.

To learn more, applicants are invited to attend:

📝Information Session: Tuesday, July 2, 12-1 p.m. via Zoom (recorded)
🤝 Office Hours: Book a meeting with the Grants Manager

Access eligibility, criteria, and the application form at boiseartsandhistory.org/Grants.

Image: Arts & History Grant Recipient Boise Traditional Chinese Dance Group

Catalyst Grant Program | Boise Arts & History The Department of Arts & History uses the ZoomGrants platform for Grant applications. Need help with creating an account or have other ZoomGrants questions? Review a ZoomGrants Tutorial or head to ZoomGrants HELP & FAQs.

RESIDENCY OPPORTUNITIES

We are excited to invite emerging and mid-career artists and professionals working in any creative field to apply for 10-week and 10-day residency terms at the historic James Castle House in Boise, Idaho, for 2025.

During their stay, residents are encouraged to find inspiration in American artist James Castle, his prolific art practice, the surrounding community, and the house itself, to develop a body of visual art, performance, writing, scholarly research, or other work relating to their field.

In addition to time and space to create, residents enjoy a private bedroom, restroom, live/work studio, and the opportunity to connect with the community of Boise through open studios, workshops, and other public engagement events.

Deadline to apply is August 9, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. MT. Video applications are available for individuals who are d/Deaf or hard of hearing.

Want to learn more? Join our 30-minute virtual information session on July 8 at 1 p.m. MT on ZOOM. American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation provided. Free to attend!

Learn more and apply at jamescastlehouse.org.

Image: Summer 2023 Resident Jean Shon inside the James Castle House studio. Photography by Brooke Burton.

William A. White III, Assistant Professor of Anthropology at UC Berkeley, returned to Boise, his hometown, to lead a volunteer powered archaeological dig in the River Street Neighborhood in 2015. The findings are the center of his newly published book: 'Segregation Made Them Neighbors; An Archaeology of Radicalization in Boise, Idaho'.

We met with Bill to dig (see what we did there?) into the surprising thing that archaeologists get wrong, hidden truths found in historical laws for fashion, and his intriguing take on the afterlife. What we really love: the frank discussion on the creation of whiteness. What is it? Addressed through artifacts, you don’t have to dig deep to discover that archaeology isn’t “the nice, neat, tidy package” you expected. It’s an exposure to recent histories that can be uncomfortable, painful even. And it’s worth it. Awareness can lead to healing; “What you do with that awareness is up to you.”

Read the full conversation on our Creators, Makers, & Doers blog at boiseartsandhistory.org/Blog.

Our City Steps: Tracing Boise's Eco-History tour on Wednesday, June 26, at lunchtime is SOLD OUT, however catch our 5:30 p.m. tour to unwind after work. On this tour, you will dive into Boise's environmental history and learn about the many community efforts to clean up and conserve our local treasures.

Tour begins/ends across from Zoo Boise in Julia Davis Park.

Reserve your spot! https://shorturl.at/KDGt9

City Steps: Tracing Boise's Eco-History Tour “Tracing Boise's Eco-History” dives into Boise's environmental history.

We hope you’ll join Boise City Writer-in-Residence Heidi Kraay on Wednesday, June 26, 6 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. at the Library! at Cole & Ustick (7557 W. Ustick Rd.) for “Refilling Your Creative Well: Session 3.”

In Session 3, Heidi will guide participants to examine some of the debris that might be clogging their creative wells.

This workshop includes some challenging topics, including grief and forgiveness. As always, participants are encouraged to take the prompts at their own pace and engage at their comfort level.

But by digging deep, there is a great possibility that participants will leave feeling lighter, inspired, and with renewed artistic energy!

“Refilling Your Creative Well” is a six-part workshop series. While each session connects and builds upon itself, participants can attend one or the entire series.

No registration is required to participate, but space is limited. This workshop is geared toward adults. As mature content may be discussed, parental discretion is advised for participants under 18. Please bring writing materials, such as a notebook and pen.

Upcoming workshops:

📌July 10, 6 p.m. - 7:45 p.m. at the Library! at Hillcrest
📌August 14, 6 p.m. - 7:45 p.m. at the Library! at Collister
📌September 25, 6 p.m. - 7:45 p.m. at the Erma Hayman House

Learn more about Heidi and the Boise City Writer-in-Residence program at boiseartsandhistory.org/Events

THE CABIN Boise Public Library

Join us on Saturday, June 29, from 12-2 p.m., at the Erma Hayman House (617 Ash Street, Boise) to hear from Trish Walker and Shari Baber. These visionary minds will share the creative journey and purpose of the Idaho Black Community Alliance's Black Excellence Gala and how it inspired the Erma Hayman House's current exhibition, ‘Afro Blue’ by Gracieux Baraka.

The Creators’ Talk includes lunch, a presentation from Trish and Shari, followed by a brief audience Q&A. This is a ticketed event and registration is required.

$5 for General Admission
$15 for General Admission with a meal from Flats, Fats and Fries - A Wingery and Sweetz Dipped Treats.

About the Speakers

✨Shari Baber: CEO & Founder of Brown Like Me, Vice President & Program Director of the Idaho Black Community Alliance, Founder of Boise Soul Food Organization event, and owner of Cut-N-Cup & Company.

✨Trish Walker: CEO & Founder of Idaho Black Community Alliance Vice President & Program Director of Brown Like Me, and Vice President & Fiscal Sponsor for the Boise Soul Food event.

Learn more and register at www.ermahaymanhouse.org

Black Excellence Gala: Creators' Talk feat. Trish Walker and Shari Baber Learn about the creative journey and purpose of the IBCA's Black Excellence Gala from the visionary minds who created it.

Registrations for our City Steps guided tours of Boise’s history and public art for July are now open!

Learn more and sign up at www.boiseartsandhistory.org/Explore/Guided-Tours.

We’re also thrilled to introduce our two summer interns who are learning the ropes of interpretation and guide training alongside our seasoned staff.

Everyone, SAY HELLO to Lillian and Nathan!

Hi, I’m Lillian! I just graduated from Boise State University with a BFA in Drawing and Painting. I’ve loved working with our arts collection here with the Department of Arts & History! A little fun fact about me is that my last name is a color.

Hi, I’m Nathan! I am studying history at The College of Idaho with minors in Computer Science and Art & Design. So far, I have enjoyed drafting articles for the Arts & History website as well as getting to know the wonderful department staff. A fun fact about me is that I play lacrosse for C of I!

We’re turning the spotlight inward, inviting you to go behind the scenes to meet the staff at Boise Arts & History. As Boise’s local cultural agency dedicated to fostering a sense of belonging through accessible and place-based arts and history, we hope you’ll follow along and SAY HELLO as we introduce the amazing professionals on our team at the .

Everyone, SAY HELLO to Mónica Galván, Cultural Sites Program Coordinator!

Mónica (she/her) manages public programs, tours, and artist residencies at the James Castle House located in Boise’s Collister Neighborhood. In her role, Mónica develops and nurtures meaningful community partnerships that elevate creatives with diverse backgrounds.

Born in Mexico and raised in Idaho, Mónica holds bachelors in Spanish and in Art Education, as well as a master’s of Education in Educational Leadership, all from Boise State University. A high school art teacher for over a decade, Mónica led as department chair, served as art club advisor, and taught in Boise State University’s TRIO program. She also mentored students through her involvement in the Hispanic Youth Symposium, encouraging them to find pathways to higher education.

For Mónica, community connection through cultural experiences and representation in the arts are major guiding forces in her life and work. She is the co-founder of the Peques Nature Club and Latinas Mercadito, both of which exemplify her love for family, heritage, and language. Mónica enjoys spending quality time with her husband and sons in the outdoors, working on her own creative projects, and exploring all the art-based events Boise has to offer.

Learn more about Mónica and the entire team at boiseartsandhistory.org/Staff

This weekend, June 13-16, tribal leaders from the Shoshone-Bannock Tribes, Burns Paiute Tribe, Shoshone Paiute Tribes, Fort McDermitt Paiute-Shoshone Tribe, and Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs will come together to mark the 13th annual return of the descendants of the original Boise Valley People to their homelands.

Community members are invited to a welcoming ceremony on Thursday, June 13, at 7 p.m., on City Hall Plaza, and to learn more about the rich history and culture of the original Boise Valley People on Friday, June 14, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Eagle Rock Park (2150 Old Penitentiary Rd, Boise).

Read about the Return of the Boise Valley People event from the organizers on our Creators, Makers, & Doers blog: https://shorturl.at/nLoiM

2024 Return of the Boise Valley People event June 13 to 16, 2024 at Eagle Rock Park and Gowen Field in Boise, Idaho.

Calling all writers! We are thrilled to announce that submissions are now open for the Boise City Writer-in-Residence program!

Learn more at https://www.boiseartsandhistory.org/opportunities/calls-opportunities/

🌟 Calling all writers! 🌟

We are thrilled to announce that submissions are now open for the Boise City Writer-in-Residence program! 📚✍️

The Boise Public Library, the Boise City Department of Arts & History, and The Cabin invite emerging and mid-career writers to apply for this incredible six-month residency in Boise, Idaho. This program is designed to connect local writers to the Boise community through monthly literary-focused public programs and events.

As a Writer-in-Residence, you'll be responsible for developing and facilitating six public programs, such as themed or open writing workshops, reading series, writing explorations, or other literary experiences. In addition, you'll receive a $5,000 stipend to support your creative work and program development.

✨ Program Goals:

- Support local emerging and mid-career writers in their creative practice.
- Provide free and accessible literary programs to the community.
- Raise awareness of the services and programs offered by The Cabin, Boise Public Library, and the Boise City Department of Arts & History.

🗓 Important Dates:

Application period: June 10, 2024 - July 29, 2024
Selection announcement: September 2024

📢 Join our 30-minute virtual information session on Thursday, June 20, at 12 PM MT on ZOOM to learn more about the program, application process, and selection criteria. This session will also be recorded and uploaded to YouTube for those who can't attend live. Free to attend!

Learn more about the program and submit your application at https://www.thecabinidaho.org/learn/programs/boise-city-writer-in-residence

Don't miss this opportunity to make your mark on Boise's literary scene! 🌟