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Scarecrow Stroll 2026 - October 21, 2026 photo

Scarecrow Stroll 2026 – October 21, 2026

Boise, Idaho · Holiday & Seasonal Events, Kids & Family Activities, Outdoor Events

Take a fall walk through Idaho Botanical Garden and look for imaginative scarecrows made by local families, schools, artists, and businesses. Stop for photos and vote for your favorites during this all-ages seasonal exhibit.

Plan your visit

  • Dates: October 1–November 2, 2026.
  • Hours: Daily, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Mountain Time; last admission at 4 p.m. Check the Garden for special closures before traveling.
  • Location: Idaho Botanical Garden, 2355 Old Penitentiary Road, Boise, ID 83712.
  • Admission: Included with Garden admission: adults $15; seniors and students $13; youth $9. Members and children age 3 and under are free.

The Garden currently directs visitors to alternate parking at the Table Rock Trailhead behind the Warden’s House while its lot is closed.

Organizer and source: Idaho Botanical Garden — official Scarecrow Stroll details. Details reviewed September 26, 2026.

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Children's Story Hour - St. Anthony - October 21, 2026

Children’s Story Hour – St. Anthony – October 21, 2026

St. Anthony, Idaho · Kids & Family Activities, Library & Educational Events

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St. Anthony Library offers a Wednesday story hour for children from 18 months through pre-kindergarten, according to its October newsletter.

When and where

When: Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Mountain Time.
Where: St. Anthony Library, 420 North Bridge Street, Suite E, St. Anthony, Idaho 83445.

Plan your visit

The library has not stated fees or registration requirements in the announcement. Call 208-624-3192 with questions about attendance and adult supervision.

Official information: organizer details; library community calendar.

Reviewed October 13, 2026. Image: original AI-generated illustration for Idaho Family Fun; it does not show the actual event or venue.

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Books, Crafts & Snacks: Teen Spooky Rock Painting - Meridian - October 21, 2026

Books, Crafts & Snacks: Teen Spooky Rock Painting – Meridian – October 21, 2026

Meridian, Idaho · Kids & Family Activities, Library & Educational Events

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Teens can enjoy a spooky-themed book talk, rock painting and snacks at Orchard Park Library on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, from 3 to 4 p.m. Mountain Time. The library says this session is ideal for high school teens ages 14-18. The event page does not list an admission fee or show a registration requirement. Food served may have come into contact with tree nuts, soy or other allergens.

Location: Orchard Park Library, Program Room, 1268 W. Orchard Park Drive, Meridian, Idaho 83646.

Official event announcement

Details reviewed October 14, 2026. Image: original AI-generated illustrative image for Idaho Family Fun; it does not show the actual event, attendees or venue.

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Afterschool Fun: Glow in the Dark Halloween Creations - Caldwell - October 21, 2026

Afterschool Fun: Glow in the Dark Halloween Creations – Caldwell – October 21, 2026

Caldwell, Idaho · Kids & Family Activities, Library & Educational Events

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Kids can get creative at Caldwell Public Library's Afterschool Fun program on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Mountain Time. This session features Glow in the Dark Halloween Creations. The program is free and open to the public, and no library card or registration is required. The library is at 1010 Dearborn Street, Caldwell. An exact age range is not specified on the event page; call 208-459-3242 with participation questions.

Location: Caldwell Public Library, 1010 Dearborn Street, Caldwell, Idaho 83605.

Official event announcement

Details reviewed October 14, 2026. Image: original AI-generated illustrative image for Idaho Family Fun; it does not show the actual event, attendees or venue.

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STEAM Lab: The Science of Dairy - Pinnacle Library - October 21, 2026

STEAM Lab: The Science of Dairy – Pinnacle Library – October 21, 2026

Meridian, Idaho · Kids & Family Activities, Library & Educational Events

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Explore the science of dairy farming and dairy foods at Pinnacle Library's STEAM Lab on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Mountain Time. The library describes the program as ideal for ages 6-12, with all ages welcome. This calendar entry is for the October 21 session; topics are subject to change. The event page does not list an admission fee or show a registration requirement. The illustrative image represents the topic and does not promise food samples or particular demonstrations.

Location: Pinnacle Library, Program Room A+B, 1375 E Phenomenal Street, Meridian, Idaho 83642.

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Scarecrow Stroll 2026 - October 22, 2026 photo

Scarecrow Stroll 2026 – October 22, 2026

Boise, Idaho · Holiday & Seasonal Events, Kids & Family Activities, Outdoor Events

Take a fall walk through Idaho Botanical Garden and look for imaginative scarecrows made by local families, schools, artists, and businesses. Stop for photos and vote for your favorites during this all-ages seasonal exhibit.

Plan your visit

  • Dates: October 1–November 2, 2026.
  • Hours: Daily, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Mountain Time; last admission at 4 p.m. Check the Garden for special closures before traveling.
  • Location: Idaho Botanical Garden, 2355 Old Penitentiary Road, Boise, ID 83712.
  • Admission: Included with Garden admission: adults $15; seniors and students $13; youth $9. Members and children age 3 and under are free.

The Garden currently directs visitors to alternate parking at the Table Rock Trailhead behind the Warden’s House while its lot is closed.

Organizer and source: Idaho Botanical Garden — official Scarecrow Stroll details. Details reviewed September 26, 2026.

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Thursday Storytime at Weiser Public Library – October 2026 - October 22, 2026 photo

Thursday Storytime at Weiser Public Library – October 2026 – October 22, 2026

Weiser, Idaho · Library & Educational Events

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Bring your little ones to Thursday Storytime at Weiser Public Library. The library describes this program as suitable for birth through preschool and welcomes all children with supervision.

October dates: October 15, 22 and 29, 2026, from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Mountain Time.

Where: Weiser Public Library, 628 E 1st Street, Weiser, Idaho 83672.

Cost: Free. The library does not specify a registration requirement. Call 208-549-1243 with questions.

Official storytime hours and age guidance | October library calendar

Details reviewed October 14, 2026. Image: original AI-generated representative scene; not a photograph of this event or venue.

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Lights On Afterschool - McCall - October 22, 2026

Lights On Afterschool – McCall – October 22, 2026

McCall, Idaho · Kids & Family Activities, Library & Educational Events

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Explore local after-school opportunities at Lights On Afterschool at McCall Public Library on Thursday, October 22, 2026, from 4 to 7 p.m. Mountain Time. The city announcement confirms the celebration returns to the library this year. The event highlights the role after-school programs play for children, families and the community. Specific activities, admission cost, registration requirements and an exact age range are not stated in the announcement. Contact the library at 208-634-5522 for participation questions.

Location: McCall Public Library, 218 E Park Street, McCall, Idaho 83638.

Official event announcement | Venue information

Details reviewed October 14, 2026. Image: original AI-generated illustrative image for Idaho Family Fun; it does not show the actual event, attendees or venue.

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Lights On Afterschool Family Night at Caldwell YMCA

Caldwell, Idaho · Kids & Family Activities

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Join Caldwell YMCA for Lights On Afterschool Family Night on Thursday, October 22, 2026, from 5 to 7 p.m. Mountain Time. Enjoy hands-on activities, games and family time while celebrating afterschool programs.

Where: Caldwell YMCA, 3720 S Indiana Avenue, Caldwell, Idaho.

Cost and registration: Free for YMCA members. Family registration is encouraged. Nonmember attendance and pricing have not been confirmed; nonmembers should check with the YMCA before making plans.

Official event page | YMCA registration

Schedule note: This listing uses the 5–7 p.m. time on the official event page. Registration currently shows a 5:30 p.m. start.

Details reviewed October 14, 2026. Image: original AI-generated representative scene; not a photograph of this event or venue.

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Halloween Spooktacular at Garden City Public Library photo

Halloween Spooktacular at Garden City Public Library

Garden City, Idaho · Library & Educational Events

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Join Garden City Public Library for kid-friendly Halloween activities on Thursday, October 22, 2026, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Enjoy crafts, games, a scavenger hunt and candy. Children can wear costumes and enter the costume contest for a chance to win a prize.

Where: Garden City Public Library, 6015 N Glenwood Street, Garden City, Idaho 83714.

The organizer announcement does not state an admission charge or registration requirement. Contact the library at 208-472-2942 with questions.

Official library event announcement

Details reviewed October 14, 2026. Image: original AI-generated representative scene; not a photograph of this event or venue.

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