COMMUNITY CALENDAR

Sep 23

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Updated: 3 days ago

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NOTICES

SVdP SW Idaho Thanksgiving Volunteer Sign Up

Volunteers help prepare and distribute the boxes so fam-ilies experiencing financial hardship can enjoy a warm, traditional Thanksgiving meal together. This program sup-ports hundreds of local households and reflects SVdP’s ongoing mission to nourish hope and strengthen our community. Unable to Volunteer? Get Involved by Building or Donating a Food Box!

VOLUNTEER SIGN UP

Volunteer questions: Contact volunteer@svdpid.org

Event questions : Contact thanksgiving@svdpid.org

Verbum Spei: the Brothers' apostolate work in the Treasure Valley has grown! They are in need of a small- to mid-sized, 4-door sedan. Gas economy is a factor. Call or text Father Johannes at (208) 809-6120.

Verbum Spei is looking for a few good hands!

The monastery cottages have some handyman needs, specifically bathtub recaulking and outside door weatherstripping replacement. Contact: Kit (530) 307-0575

NOVEMBER 2026

Nov. 4: Pilgrimage to Ireland, Scotland and England Informational Meeting, Zoom

See Galway, Our Lady of Knock, Cliffs of Moher, Dingle Peninsula, Dublin, Edinburgh Castle, St. Andrew's Cathedral, Stonehenge, London and Oxford on this 15-day pilgrimage with Father John Moser and Deacon Bill Burns, Apr. 10 - 24, 2027.

Informational Meeting: Nov. 4 at 6 p.m., MT

Contact Dcn. Bill Burns at wdburns63@gmail.com

Nov. 6: Church Builders Living Water Fundraiser, Boise

Join us in person to support the Church Builders Living Water Fundraiser and help bring clean water to those in need and listen to speaker Lorissa Horn on Friday,

Nov. 6, 2026 at 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. at the Pioneer Room, 6^th floor of Jack’s Urban Meeting Place (JUMP), 1000 W. Myrtle St., Boise.
Register at www.EventBrite.com or www.ChurchBuilders.us.
Discount pricing for table of eight or early ticket purchase before Oct. 1.

Nov. 7: St. Augustine’s Choir Pancake Feed Fundraiser, Moscow

St. Augustine’s Choir Pancake Feed Fundraiser, Student Center, Moscow from 9 to 11 a.m.

Nov. 8: Annual Fall Dinner and Bazaar, Kamiah

The annual Fall Dinner and Bazaar is set for Sunday, Nov. 8 at St. Catherine’s Parish Hall, 7^th St. and Idaho St., Kamiah, from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Event activities include:

Full Turkey Dinner: (with dessert and beverage) for dine-in or carry out.
- Veterans $8.00
- Adults $10.00
- Children, aged 8 years & under $6.00.
Country Store
Prize Drawing
Silent Auction
Games for kids and adults

The doors will open at 11:30 a.m. for those interested in playing bingo or viewing the items in the Silent Auction and Country Store. Dinner will be served from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Join us for a day of great food and fun!

Nov. 8: Harvest Festival, Lewiston

All Saints Catholic Church, 3330 14^th St., Lewiston, is hosting a Harvest Festival on Sunday, Nov. 8 from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be kids games and a country store with beef pit BBQ, potatoes, coleslaw, rolls, green beans and chocolate cake. Entrance fees are $20 for ages 11 and up and $7 for ages 4-10. Kids aged 3 and under are free.

Nov. 13 & 14: St. Jerome’s Craft Bazaar, Jerome

St. Jerome’s is hosting a craft bazaar on Saturday, Nov. 13, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 14, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Lunch will be for sale from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. 216 2^nd Ave. East, Jerome. No entry fee.

Nov. 14: 5th Annual KofC Veterans Dinner in Nampa

Join us for a night to honor our veterans at 6 p.m. in Marist Hall, 510 W. Roosevelt Ave., Nampa. Enjoy a tri-tip dinner, guest speaker, prizes, and more. All are welcome to attend. Tickets are $25 and are available until Nov. 9 at https://www.stpaulskofc2014.org/.

Nov. 19 - 30: Light the World Giving Machine, Boise

Support Catholic Charities of Idaho and other non-profits with the Giving Machine kiosk at the Boise Towne Square Mall. Public Launch Event: Nov. 19 at noon. For more information go to: https://www.justserve.org/GivingMachineIdaho

Nov. 20 – 21: Ladies of Sacred Heart Holiday Bazaar, Boise

Join us for the Annual Holiday Bazaar hosted by the Ladies of Sacred Heart! Shop Friday, Nov. 20 from 12:00–5:00 p.m. and Saturday, Nov. 21 from 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. in the school gym at 3901 Cassia Street, Boise. You’ll find Christmas decorations, jewelry, designer cards, homemade baked goods and candies plus beverages and lunch items available for purchase. Perfect for holiday gifts and parish fellowship — everyone is welcome!

Nov. 21: A Sacrament for True Sanctity, Boise

DATE CHANGE TO DEC. 12

Nov. 21 – 22: St. Mark's Noel Boutique, Boise

St. Mark's Parish in Boise, 7960 W. Northview St., Boise, to host their Noel Boutique on Saturday, Nov. 21, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on Sunday, Nov. 22, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

DECEMBER 2026

Dec 1 - 14: Light the World Giving Machine, Caldwell

Support Catholic Charities of Idaho and other non-profits with the Giving Machine kiosk at Indian Creek Plaza. Public Launch Event: Dec. 1 at noon. For more information go to: https://www.justserve.org/GivingMachineIdaho

Dec. 5: All Hearts Come Home for Christmas, Emmett

Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 211 E. 1^st St., Emmett, to host Christmas Bazaar on Dec. 5 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Handmade gifts for sale; cash only. Lunch will be available: soup bar & rolls; donations are appreciated.

Dec. 5: Floriani Free Music Workshop, Boise

Free music workshop for all music directors, choir members and interested musicians. Saturday, Dec. 5 from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. at the St. John’s Riffle Center, 775 N. 8^th St., Boise. Register at boisemorris@gmail.com. Click here to view the workshop flyer.

Dec. 5: Floriani Advent Concert, Boise

Saturday, Dec, 5 at 7 p.m. at St. John’s Cathedral. No tickets needed but a free will offering will be taken. Reception will follow in the parish hall to meet the singers. Click here to view the event flyer.

Dec. 5-6: Oblates of Verbum Spei silent retreat

Saturday, Dec. 5 at 9 a.m. to Sunday, Dec. 6 at 2 p.m. Plan to stay overnight for a solemn retreat experience or come as a day commuter. No charge to attend; free-will offerings are optional. Register online at www.vsboise.org.

Dec. 12: A Sacrament for True Sanctity, Boise

A half-day couples retreat will take place at the Monastery of Our Lady of Ephesus, 4450 N. Five Mile Rd., Boise, on Saturday, Nov. 21 at 9 a.m. and will end with noon Mass and lunch. Childcare is provided.

Register: Google Form
Questions: registrar@vsboise.org

Dec 15 - 31: Light the World Giving Machine, Meridian

Support Catholic Charities of Idaho and other non-profits with the Giving Machine kiosk at The Village. Public Launch Event: Dec. 15 at 7 p.m. For more information go to: https://www.justserve.org/GivingMachineIdaho

JANUARY 2027

Jan. 30: Idaho Catholic Men's Conference

Fr. Mark Goring, CC, grew up in Pembroke, Ontario, Canada, and was ordained a priest in 2002. Over the years, Fr. Mark has served in a variety of ministries and is currently assigned to full-time evangelization. Fr. Mark is well-known for his online presence through his YouTube channel, where he shares daily reflections and teachings. He is also an author of several books and leads a School of Reading where he guides spiritual reading and personal growth.

Jan. 30: St. Mary’s School Academic Programs Fundraiser, Moscow

A Lamb Feast will be held on Jan. 30 to fund the growth of the school's academic program, including enhancements to our art and technology programs.