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September 26| 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
4th Annual Dahlia Show
Whether you’re a seasoned dahlia grower, a weekend gardener, or someone who simply appreciates beautiful flowers, the 4th Annual Southwest Idaho Dahlia Show promises to inspire.
Hosted by the Southwest Idaho Dahlia Society, the free event takes place Saturday, September 26, at Jack’s Urban Meeting image.pngPlace (JUMP) in downtown Boise. Admission is free, and everyone is invited to experience one of the region’s largest displays of spectacular dahlias.
Now in its fourth year, the show continues to grow as more Idaho gardeners discover the remarkable diversity of dahlias. From tiny pom pons to dinner-plate blooms measuring nearly 10 inches across, visitors will see hundreds of entries in every imaginable color, size and form.
“We’re seeing more and more serious and casual gardeners fall in love with dahlias,” said organizers. “Many of these growers are looking for new ideas, learning from one another, and challenging themselves by exhibiting their best blooms. Whether you’re growing your first dahlia or your hundredth, the show is a celebration of gardening and community.”
The show is open to everyone — flower growers, flower admirers, photographers, families and anyone curious about these extraordinary blooms. Visitors will have the opportunity to view award-winning exhibits, visit with experienced growers, gather gardening tips, and learn more about growing dahlias successfully in Idaho.
We’re thrilled to welcome back Art Weurth, Senior Judge and Officer of the Federation of Northwest Dahlia Growers, whose continued support of our show means so much. We’re also delighted that River’s Dahlias will be joining us. Eugene Kenyon, Senior Judge, and Rosie Cooper-Vert, Candidate Judge, are looking forward to sharing their expertise during our educational session. Whether you’re interested in exhibiting dahlias or learning more about flower farming, you’ll gain valuable insights from these talented growers.
One of the most popular features of the show is Bouquets for the Idaho Foodbank, where local growers donate beautiful floral arrangements that attendees can purchase while supporting a great cause.
Visitors can purchase:
Garden Vase with Dahlias (Class 267) – Beautiful home-display arrangements featuring seven or more dahlias, complemented by other flowers and greenery, with dahlias taking center stage. These unique arrangements sell for $30 each.
Dahlia Market Bunches (Class 269) – Fresh-cut bouquets featuring at least six dahlias, ready to take home or give as a gift. Each bouquet sells for $25.
Every bouquet purchased helps support The Idaho Foodbank, allowing visitors to take home locally grown flowers while giving back to the community.
Event Schedule
10:00 a.m. – Show Opens to the Public
2:00 p.m. – Educational Session with judges
3:00 p.m. – Awards Presentation
5:00 p.m. – Show Closes
The Southwest Idaho Dahlia Society welcomes exhibitors of all experience levels. New exhibitors are encouraged to enter and discover the fun of friendly competition while learning from fellow gardeners.
For show information, including times to enter your dahlias, exhibitor classes, entry rules, and event details, visit southwestidahodahliasociety.com/pages/annual-dahlia-show.
About the Southwest Idaho Dahlia Society
The Southwest Idaho Dahlia Society is dedicated to promoting the enjoyment, cultivation, education and exhibition of dahlias throughout the Treasure Valley. The Society welcomes gardeners of every experience level and offers educational programs, growing resources and community events throughout the year.
Additional Idaho Foodbank Causes
Give a Meal with Bank of America
Sponsored by:Bank of America
The Bank of America Charitable Foundation will match, two-to-one, each individual donation (up to $1,000 of each such donation and a maximum of $1,000 per donor in the aggregate) made to Feeding America through the Give A Meal program before December 31, 2016 (or until the cap has been met), up to a maximum total match of $1,500,000.
End School Hunger
Sponsored by:Valley Office Systems
This is part of a larger campaign for Valley Office Systems - where Valley will donate enough to cover one child for two months on the Backpack and School Pantry programs with every printer/copier sold from Oct 5 - Nov 30. This donation is going on at all Valley Office Systems' Idaho Locations: Idaho Falls, Twin Falls, Boise, Pocatello. This campaign is being pushed on radio - with a partnership with East Idaho Radio doing additional PSA's about the School Pantry and Backpack programs. We'll also have a social and digital component to the campaign.
Feeding Families Idaho Buy a Pumpkin
Sponsored by:Feeding Families Idaho
Feeding Families Idaho is a community garden. The pumpkins they raised are being sold as a benefit to The Idaho Foodbank. Pumpkins are available for purchase at the Bingham Cooperative in American Falls, ID.
George Winston Concert
Sponsored by:Dancing Cat Productions
KNITTING FACTORY Presents An Evening With GEORGE WINSTON.
George Winston became famous for his best-selling records for the Windham Hill catalog. His Christmas album December which certified triple platinum for sales of over three million. Winston has recorded over fifteen solo piano albums, and is one of the best-known performers playing contemporary instrumental music.
The concert includes a public food drive with CD sales going to benefit The Idaho Foodbank.
"Fill the Truck" Food Drive
Sponsored by:Eastern Branch The Idaho Foodbank
"Fill the Truck" Food Drive is joining in on the LET'S CELEBRATE KINDNESS fun in downtown Pocatello! The Idaho Foodbank is gathering canned and non-perishable food items to support the families in need throughout eastern Idaho. We're kicking off Kind Week with a street party festival in partnership with Old Town Pocatello for our 3rd annual Kick-Off Celebration. The FREE, family-friendly event will feature live music, entertainment, activities for the entire family, food trucks and our Exhibition in KIND. Grab a Passport to KINDness from one of our volunteers and check in at each of our points of interest to qualify for some fantastic raffle prizes.
Fitness Inc. Health Club
Sponsored by:Fitness Inc Health Club
Help fight hunger in our community. Put food in homes this season and get a great gift!
Fitness Inc. has partnered with The Idaho Foodbank to offer a fundraiser to help the hungry families in our area.
GIVE $20 or more to The Idaho Foodbank. Give at the local Idaho Foodbank office, 555 S. First Avenue, or online at https://idahofoodbank.org/donate/
GET a FREE 3 month membership to Fitness Gym.
To take advantage of this offer you must make your donation by 9/30/17.
3 month membership must be redeemed within 30 days of donation.
To redeem your 3 month gym membership bring your donation receipt to Fitness Inc. One receipt per person. Altered receipts will not be accepted. Must be 18 years of age or older to redeem, but parents may redeem for children under 18. Offer not valid if you have redeemed a Fitness Fundraiser in the last 15 months. Offer not valid if you have been a member of Fitness Inc. in the last 6 months. Please contact us for more details.
ARV: $250.00
Hunger Action Month
Sponsored by:Boise Co-op
The Boise Co-op and The Idaho Foodbank are partnering again for Hunger Action Month. September is National Hunger Action Month and Boise Co-op will be matching all donations made in their stores up to $2,500. Every dollar donated to Idaho Food Bank provides four meals to hungry people in Idaho. That means together we can provide 20,000 additional meals!
Grand Opening BoxLunch
Sponsored by:BoxLunch
In celebration of grand opening, BoxLunch will donate with every $10.00 spent on pop culture-themed products offering of apparel, accessories, home goods, gift and novelty and collectible, BoxLunch will help provide a meal-secured by Feeding America on behalf of The Idaho Foodbank. 50% of funds raise stay in Idaho. This is a ongoing causing marketing through Feeding America with distributions paid out quarterly.
Pyramid Brewing Co. & Albertsons promotion
Sponsored by:Pyramid Brewery
Pyramid Brewery in partnership with all Idaho Albertsons Stores. Pyramid Brewery will donate $1.00 per every Pyramid Brewery case sold at all Idaho Albertsons stores, to The Idaho Foodbank from August 1 to 31st up to $2,000.
Empty Bowls Ice Cream Social
Sponsored by:Big Al's - Meridian
In celebrating 20 years of Empty Bowls our partner Big Al's - Meridian will sponsor and host our first Empty Bowls Ice Cream Social held Saturday July 22 from 11AM to 2Pm on their back patio. This is a first time opportunity offered in July to purchase your Empty Bowl for $10 and receive ice cream with sprinkles/toppings donated by Big Al's. Your $10 donation will provide 40 meals to Idahoans who struggle with hunger.
Come out to select your Empty Bowl at Big Al's - Meridian while the supplies last.