A little local coverage from the communities.

January 29-February 7, McCall Winter Carnival, McCall
Come join this event of fun, food, and festivities. Dating back to 1924, the entire family will be sure to enjoy Winter Carnival traditions including amazingly unique and detailed ice sculptures along with winter games, fireworks, a fun run, parade and much, much more. For more information, call the McCall Chamber of Commerce at 208-634-7631.
http://www.mccallwintercarnival.com

May 10-16, Apple Blossom Festival, Payette
Payettes week long Apple Blossom Festival held in May of each year. The festival includes vendors, yard sales and a flea market. The event also includes paint ball and laser tag in Central Park and a carnival every day in Kiwanis Park. A parade, car show and fireworks also take place. For more information, call 208- 642-2362.

June, National Oldtime Fiddlers Contest, Weiser
Life is full of surprises, we are happy to say that the National Oldtime Fiddlers Contest and Festival is one of the best surprises around. Since 1953, Weiser, Idaho has played host to fiddlers and friends from around the world. Dedicated to preserving and perpetuating fiddle music for generations to come, this annual festival offers many opportunities to listen and learn from some of the best musicians in the country. For more information, call 208-414-0255.
http://www.fiddlecontest.com

July, Sawtooth Botanical Garden Tour, Wood River Valley
The Sawtooth Botanical Garden's Garden Tour is an eagerly anticipated event for gardeners from all over the Pacific Northwest. The Tour features private gardens in the Wood River Valley area specifically selected for their beauty, creativity and plant selection. Participants enjoy musicians and artists performing at each location on this self-guided tour along with a silent Auction held during the Finale. For more information call the Garden at 726-9358.
http://www.sbgarden.org

July 22-24, 27th Annual Sun Valley Center Wine Auction, Sun Valley
The Auction is The Center's only fundraising event and draws thousands of participants from all over the country. For the past four years The Auction has been ranked one of the Top 10 U.S. Charity Wine Auctions by Wine Spectator. Join us at one or all of the events and support the arts in Sun Valley! For more information call 208-726-9491.
http://www.sunvalleycenter.org

July 30-August 1, Northern Rockies Folk Festival, Hailey
This event is one of the largest weekend gatherings of locals and tourists alike that come to chill, dance, and take in the rhythm of the Folk. Bands range from the most famous to the good ol' local bands that keep the beat alive. Your cooler, chair, blanket and kids are welcome. Don't forget to bring a pocket full of dollar bills because the local food for sale is cheap and as good as you can imagine hometown cooking can be.
http://www.nrff.net/index.asp

October 13-17, Sun Valley Swing n Dixie Jazz Jamboree, Sun Valley
300 live performances, dancing, and dixieland fun. This Annual Event is notable among Jazz enthusiasts, locals, and travelers alike. For more information call (877) 478-5277.
http://www.sunvalleyjazz.com