Jaialdi 2010

Jaialdi 2010

International Basque Cultural Festival – July 27 to August 1, 2010

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Thursday Highlights

Sports Night – Qwest Arena – 7PM

Three weight lifters from Euskal Herria will be lifting cylinders weighing 250-400 pounds and balls weighing 250 pounds. Three wood choppers from the region will compete against each other, and 20 farm sports competitors will participate in feats of strength such as throwing bales of hay, lifting wagons and carrying milk cans. $12. Tickets through qwestarenaidaho.com.

NABO Paleta Goma Tournment Semi-Finalss - Fronton

5pm SEMI-FINAL PALETA GOMA: CLASS B BOISE v. SF

Basque Block Party Continues 5 – 11 PM

Featuring food, drink and strolling musicians. Amuma Says No takes the stage on Capitol Boulevard from 9-11 p.m. No admission fee.

Idaho Statesman Covers Jaialdi

The Idaho Statesman, Idaho’s largest newspaper, has provided a very rich offering of Jaialdi and Basque related stories and information. See it at:

http://www.idahostatesman.com/jaialdi

Tickets for events at the Fairgrounds ARE available!

The idahotickets.com website is listing the tickets for the Fairgrounds as “no longer available,” but the tickets are very much on sale. You may purchase them at the door.

Pelota Schedule

Here’s the schedule for NABO Pelota events starting on the afternoon of Thursday July 29th.  Finals on Friday July 30th will be simulcast at the Basque Center free of charge.  For those of you in town earlier, WPC womens goma championships start up on Sunday July 25th with games in the morning…..resuming on Monday and Tuesday with games in the morning and evening.  Semifinals on Wednesday and Finals sometime on Friday. 

All play is in the Fronton on Grove st.

THURS 7/29      
5pm SEMI-FINAL PALETA GOMA: CLASS B BOISE v. SF
FRI 7/30      
9am EXHIBITION PALETA GOMA LOCAL BOISE PLAYERS
10am FINAL ESKUZ DOUBLES: CLASS A BOISE v. CA
11am FINAL BALEEN: WOMEN’S BOISE v. SF
12pm LUNCH    
1pm LUNCH    
2pm FINAL PALETA GOMA: CLASS B WINNER 7/29 v. BAKERSFIELD
3pm FINAL ESKUZ SINGLES: CLASS A SF v. BAKERSFIELD
4pm FINAL PALETA GOMA: WOMEN’S BOISE v. BAKERSFIELD
5pm FINAL PALETA GOMA: CLASS A BOISE v. SF

We need volunteers!

Jaialdi doesn’t work without the efforts of our fantastic volunteers. Would you like to be part of Jaialdi 2010? Please contact Dave and Jeannie Eiguren at (208) 447-9372 to sign up.

Meet our sponsors

Jaialdi 2010 would not be possible without the generous support of our sponsors:

The OfficeMax Boise Community Fund, sponsor of Basque Block festivities.

Micron Technology Foundation, sponsor of “Festa’ra.”

Micron Foundation

Idaho Power, sponsor of Stage 1 at Expo Idaho.

 Idaho Power

Key Bank, sponsor of Stage 2 at Expo Idaho.

The J.R. Simplot Company Foundation, sponsor of the Basque Dance at Expo Idaho.

Stein Distributing Co., sponsor of Sports Night at Qwest Arena.

Pepsi, sponsor of the Food Court at Expo Idaho.

 Pepsi

 

Updated list of Jaialdi hotels

Hotels in Boise are going fast! Here’s an updated list of what’s available now.

* Note: all hotel rates listed are discounted Jaialdi group rates and are net non-commissionable and do not include tax (currently 13%), rates are good during event dates of July 25- August 3, 2010.

* Todas las tarifas de hotel en la lista son tarifas especiales para el Jaialdi para grupos, no incluyen comisión ni impuestos (actualmente el 13%) y son validas para el periodo comprendido entre el 25 de julio y el 3 de Agosto del 2010.

Grove Hotel — SOLD OUT

Experience the luxury at Boise’s only  AAA Four-Diamond-rated European styled hotel. Located across the street from the Basque Block, adjacent to the Qwest Arena (Thu eve Sports Night Location) and five miles from the airport. The Grove Hotel features Emilio’s Restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, the Bar and Satori Sushi serving cocktails and sushi nightly. Features an Indoor pool, exercise facility and free airport shuttle service. Daily parking fee and breakfast are not included in the group rate.

• Hotel 43 — STILL AVAILABLE!

981 Grove Street

Boise, ID 83702
Direct phone: (208) 342-4622
Toll free reservations: 1-800-243-4622

www.hotel43.com

Reservations

Group Rates: $139

Hotel 43 Jaialdi Reservations Website:
http://www.hotelwebspace.com/Package.aspx?Hotel=Hotel-43-Jaialdi-2010-Boise-ID-Discount-Hotel-Festival&Portal=1212ff13-460c-4131-a634-956849408eea

If calling the hotel directly to make reservations request the Jaialdi Festival rate.

Hotel Description:

Hotel 43 is located in Boise’s central downtown district within walking distance to historic sites, shopping, entertainment, restaurants and two blocks from the Basque Museum and Cultural Center. Named after Idaho being the 43rd State and Boise being located on the 43rd parallel, Hotel 43 is Boise’s premier boutique hotel sure to provide the true Idaho experience.  Featuring Chandlers Steakhouse and Metro Café on property. Complimentary local phone calls, high-speed internet access and airport transportation. Daily parking fee and breakfast are not included in the group rate.

• Hotel 43

981 Grove Street
Boise, ID 83702
Número teléfono: (208) 342-4622
Número gratuito para reservas: 1-800-243-4622
www.hotel43.com


Reservas
Tarifas de grupo para el Jaialdi: $139
Pagina Web del Hotel 43 para reservas del Jaialdi:
http://www.hotelwebspace.com/Package.aspx?Hotel=Hotel-43-Jaialdi-2010-Boise-ID-Discount-Hotel-Festival&Portal=1212ff13-460c-4131-a634-956849408eea

Si llamas por teléfono directamente al hotel para hacer una reserva, solicita la tarifa especial para el Jaialdi.


Descripción del hotel:

El Hotel 43 esta situado en el centro de Boise a poca distancia de lugares históricos, zonas de tiendas, de ocio, restaurantes y a dos calles del Bloque Vasco. Recibe su nombre del hecho de que Idaho sea el estado número 43 de los Estados Unidos y de que Boise este situado en el paralelo 43. El Hotel 43 de Boise es elhotel boutique más destacado de Boise – no cabe duda de que te proporciona una experiencia autentica de Idaho. Destacan los restaurantes Chandlers Steakhouse y Metro Café. Llamadas locales, acceso a Internet y transporte al aeropuerto gratuito. Las tarifas de parking y desayuno diario no están incluidos en las tarifas de grupo.

• Modern Hotel — SOLD OUT!

Located in Boise’s Linen District, experience this intimate boutique hotel, with a wooded courtyard, where architecture and design live in harmony. Hotel is 7 blocks from the Basque Museum and Cultural Center. The Modern Lounge serves cocktails and appetizers nightly and the hotel offers complimentary continental breakfast daily. Free taxi to the airport and parking is free.

• Owyhee Plaza Hotel — SOLD OUT

The Owyhee Plaza Hotel has been a downtown Boise landmark since 1910. Although recently renovated to reflect the luxury of today, great care has been taken to preserve historic charm. Located 3 blocks from the Basque Block and the hotel is proud to offer daily Basque breakfast specials in the Plaza Grill Restaurant during Jaialdi, Gamekeeper Lounge cocktails and entertainment nightly.  Outdoor pool and patio.  Free guest parking and free airport shuttle service.

• Owyhee Plaza Hotel
1109 Main Street
Boise, ID 83702
Número teléfono: (208)343-4611
Número gratuito para reservas: 1-800-233-4611
www.owyheeplaza.com


Reservas
Tarifas de grupo para el Jaialdi: $82 para una o dos personas en el edificio principal o $72 para una o dos personas en el edificio al lado de la piscina
Llama al hotel para hacer una reserva y solicita la tarifa especial para grupos para el jaialdi.


Descripción del hotel:

El hotel Owyhee Plaza ha sido uno de los puntos de referencia de Boise desde 1910. Aunque se ha renovado recientemente para reflejas el lujo de hoy en día, se ha tenido especial cuidado en mantener su encanto histórico. Está a tres calles del Bloque Vasco y el hotel ofrece desayunos vascos en el restaurante Plaza Grill durante el periodo que dura el Jaialdi, cocktails en la sala Gamekeeper y entretenimiento nocturno. Piscina y patio al aire libre. Parking y transporte al aeropuerto gratuito.

• Safari Inn Downtown — SOLD OUT

Located 3 blocks from the Basque Museum and Cultural Center, the Safari Inn welcomes Jaialdi guests with a complimentary deluxe continental breakfast daily. All guest rooms feature a refrigerator, coffee maker, guest parking is free, and airport shuttle service is free. Hotel features an outdoor pool, patio, exercise room, sauna and spa.

• Marriott Boise Downtown — STILL AVAILABLE!

222 S. Broadway Ave.
Phone: 208-331-2700

Jaialdi group rates: $89

Amenities: Courtyard by Marriott Boise Downtown is located a few blocks from the center of downtown and is next to the beautiful Boise Greenbelt.  We feature 162 newly renovated guest rooms, with the following amenities to assist you during your stay.

- Courtyard® Bed, deluxe linens, fluffy pillows, downy comforter and thick comfy mattress
- Mini-Refrigerator
- Full sized work desk
- Complimentary high-speed internet access
- Coffee maker with complimentary coffee
- Two phone lines and Electronic voice mail
-  Free USA Today newspapers
-  Iron and ironing board
- Indoor pool and whirlpool
- Fitness Room
- We Proudly Brew Starbucks ® Coffee
- Complimentary shuttle to and from the airport
- Complimentary guest parking

• TownePlace Suites by Marriott — STILL AVAILABLE!
1455 S. Capitol Blvd.
Telephone: 208-429-8881

Amenities: The TownePlace Suites by Marriott is nestled next to Ann Morrison Park and the Boise River, one mile from the Basque Museum and Cultural Center. Enjoy downtown’s newest all suite hotel where you can relax, with the comfort, flexibility and affordability you require. Jaialdi guests will enjoy our complimentary hot breakfast buffet, fully equipped kitchens in every room, indoor pool & whirlpool, complimentary high-speed wireless internet, 24 hour fitness room, outdoor patio with BBQ, complimentary parking and airport shuttle for your convenience.

• SpringHill Suites Boise ParkCenter — STILL AVAILABLE!
424 E. ParkCenter Blvd.
Phone: 208-342-1044

Jaialdi rate: $75

Amenities: The Gold Award Winning Marriott SpringHill Suites Boise ParkCenter hotel is located in Boise’s business district, near downtown Boise and Boise State University. This All Suite property offers oversized rooms with a living room area, desk and kitchenette. Rates include a complimentary Hot Deluxe Breakfast Buffet and Free Shuttle Service to the airport and Jaialdi Events. Located adjacent to the Boise River Greenbelt Walking Path, guests can take a 15 minute scenic stroll to downtown.

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Twitterren bidez Jaialdiaren eguneratzeak jaso ditzakezu- follow us @jaialdi2010.

Get your tickets!

Tickets for Festa’ra are on sale now at idahotickets.com.

Tickets for Sports Night at Qwest Arena are on sale here: http://www.qwestarenaidaho.com/events/event.aspx?eventid=647&hid=31.

 Tickets for events at the Fairgrounds will be available at the door or at idahotickets.com.

Festara ekitaldien sarrerak salgai daude idahotickets.com-en. Qwest Arenako Kirol Gauerako sarrerak ere salgai daude hemen.

Jaialdi 2010 Schedule of Events

The official schedule of events for Jaialdi is:

• 5-11 p.m. July 27 and July 28: “Welcome to Jaialdi” events on the Basque Block. Featuring food, drink and strolling musicians. No admission fee.

• 7-9 p.m. July 28. Basque Culture Conference. Egyptian Theatre. Free. “Euskal Herria Mugaz Gaindi” will be attended by prominent world experts in Basque immigration. Hosted by the Basque Studies Center at Boise State University.

• 7 p.m. July 29: Sports Night, Qwest Arena. $12. Tickets through qwestarenaidaho.com. Three weight lifters from Euskal Herria will be lifting cylinders weighing 250-400 pounds and balls weighing 250 pounds. Three wood choppers from the region will compete against each other, and 20 farm sports competitors will participate in feats of strength such as throwing bales of hay, lifting wagons and carrying milk cans.

• Noon-6 p.m. July 30: “Basqueing on the Block,” Basque Block. Featuring food, drink, strolling musicians and a chance to visit with old friends and new acquaintances. No admission fee.

• 7 p.m. July 30: “Festa’ra,” Morrison Center on the Boise State University campus. Tickets through idahotickets.com. This performance will feature two dance groups from the Basque Country, the Oinkari Basque Dancers, bertzolariak and an interpretive performance by the Trey McIntyre project.

• 10 a.m.-6 p.m. July 31: “Basqueing at the Fairgrounds,” Expo Idaho. Tickets at the door. Saturday’s events will feature more than 36 dance groups from six Western states on two indoor stages. Vendors with unique novelties, souvenirs and clothing will set up shop in the air-conditioned portion of the Expo building. Food and drink will be available, along with sports events near the outdoor fountain. Sheep wagons will be on display.

• 7 p.m. July 31: Mass, St. John’s Cathedral. No admission charge. A traditional San Inazio Mass will be celebrated in Basque and will feature the Oñati Dancers, who will perform on the St. John’s altar with the Oinkari Dancers.

• 9 p.m.-1:30 a.m. July 31: Street Dance, Expo Idaho Fairgrounds. Tickets at the door. Featuring music by Amuma Says No and other groups from both the Basque Country and Boise.

• 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Aug. 1: “Basqueing at the Fairgrounds,” Expo Idaho. Tickets at the door. Featuring more dancing, weight lifting, vendors and food booths.

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2.01o.3ko Jaialdiaren egitaraua

*Uztailaren 27 eta 28an arratseko 5etatik gaueko 11etara “Ongi etorriak Jaialdira” Euskal kalean. Janariak, edariak eta musikari ibiltariak. Dohainik

*Uztailaren 29an arratseko 7etan. Gau kirolak Qwest Arenan. $12. Sarrerak Qwestarenaidaho.com-en erosi ahal dira. Euskal Herriko 3 harrijasotzailek 125 eta 200 kg bitarteko harri zilindrikoak jasoko dituzte eta 125kgtako  harri borobilak. Bertako 3 aizkolari leihatuko dira eta 20  herri kirolarik astoaltxaketan, gurdialtxaketan eta esne eramaten leihan arituko dira.

* Uztailaren 30ean eguerditik arratseko 6ak arte: “Euskalduntzen euskal kalea”. Euskal kalean. Janaria, edaria, musikari ibiltariak eta antzineko lagunak ikusteko aukera eta ezagunak. Dohainik.

* Uztailaren 30.ean arratseko 7etan “Festara” emanaldia izango da Morrison Centerrean Boise State University campusean. Sarrerak erosteko joan www.idahotickets.com webgunera. Euskal Herriko dantza talde bi, Boiseko Oinkariak dantza taldea, bertsolariak eta Trey Mc Intyre dantzak ikusteko aukera izango duzu.

*Uztailaren 31.ean goizeko 10etatik arratseko 6etara  ” Euskalduntzen Fairgrounds” Expo Idahon Fairgroundsen. Larunbatean  AEBetako mendebaldeko 6 estatutako 36 dantza taldek egingo dute dantza. Dantzak ikusteko bi kokagune egongo dira Expo eraikuntzaren barruan. Expo eraikuntzaren barruan ere aire egokitua dagoen zonaldean saltzaileak egongo dira ( opariak, oroigarriak, arropak…). Janaria eta edaria egongo dira kirolen emanaldi eta kanpoko iturritik hurbil. Artzainek etxeak ere egongo dira ikusgai.

*Uztailaren 31.ean arratseko 7etan St John katedralean meza izango da. San Inazio meza tradizionala  euskaraz izango da eta Oñati dantzariak eta Oinkari dantzariek aldarean dantza egingo dute.

*Abuztuaren 1.ean goizeko 11etatik arratseko 5etara. “Euskalduntzen Fairgroundsen” Expo Idaho. Dantzak, harrijasotzaileak, janaria, saltokiak… egongo dira.

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El programa oficial de actividades para el Jaialdi es:

• 5-11 p.m. 27 y 28 de Julio: Actividades de “Bienvenida al Jaialdi” en el Bloque Vasco. Habrá comida, bebida, y música. Entrada libre.

• 7 p.m. 29 de Julio: Noche de los deportes, Qwest Arena. $12. Se anunciará en el futuro mas información sobre los billetes. Tres harrijasotzailes de Euskal Herria levantarán piedras cilíndricas de pesos comprendidos entre 250 y 400 libras y piedras esféricas de 250 libras de peso. Tres aizkolaris competirán entre sí y 20 atletas de herri kirolak participarán en pruebas de fuerza tales como lanzamiento de fardos,levantamiento de carretas y carreras con chingas.

• Mediodía-6 p.m. 30 de Julio: “Basqueing on the Block,” en el Bloque Vasco. Habrá comida, bebida, música y la posibilidad de reencontrarse con viejas amistades o hacer nuevas. Entrada libre.

• 7 p.m. July 30: “Festa’ra,” en el Morrison Center, en el campus de la universidad Boise State University. La actuación incluye a dos grupos de danzas provenientes de Euskal Herria, a los Oinkari Basque Dancers de Boise, bertsolaris y una actuación especial del Trey McIntyre project.

• 10 a.m.-6 p.m. July 31: “Basqueing at the Fairgrounds,” Expo Idaho. Las actuaciones del Sábado incluyen a más de 36 grupos de danzas de seis estados diferentes en dos escenarios indoors. Puestos con productos únicos, souvenirs y ropa. Comida y bebida disponible así como actividades deportivas. Habrá carrocampos de muestra.

• 7 p.m. 31 de Julio: Misa en la catedral de St. John’s. Entrada libre. Se celebrara una misa tradicional de San Inazio que contara con la actuación de los dantzaris de Oñati en el altar de la catedral junto con los dantzaris Oinkari de Boise.

• 9 p.m.-1:30 a.m. 31 de Julio: Danzas en la calle, recinto ferial del Expo Idaho Fairgrounds. Musica en vivo de Amuma Says No y otros grupos de Boise y de Euskal Herria.

• 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 1 de Agosto: “Basqueing at the Fairgrounds,” Expo Idaho. Danzas, levantamiento de peso y puestos de comida y bebida.