Thank you to all those who came out to enjoy Art Walk on Friday! Be sure to mark your calendars for the October First Friday Art Walk coming up Friday, Oct. 2. Come for a charming evening stroll through our shops and galleries featuring local and regional art, music, food, fashion, fall décor and more, from 5 to 8 p.m.

Thank you to the Shady Grove team, all of the sponsors, volunteers, vendors, Jim Dandy Brewing, The Martlet and Off the Rails Brewing, the bands and participating early and late show locations for all working together to make Shady Grove Downtown a huge success!

Brick 243 Gastropub, 243 W. Center St., will be hosting their Italian Night Wednesday. The evening will feature five amazing Italian-inspired courses paired with a curated selection of Italian wines. Reservations are required, please text 208-380-1072.

Round River Baking, 250 N. Main St., is now open Wednesdays from 4 to 8 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Enjoy your favorite fresh baked breads, pastries and baked goods two days each week. If you have not experienced Round River Baking, plan now to stop by this week. You will not be disappointed!

Speakeasy Jazz Trio, a 1930s-style combo featuring Keith Ward on clarinet/sax, Freddy Gildersleeve on guitar and Tanya Johnson on upright, appears in Pocatello Thursday evenings from 6 to 8 p.m. at The Yellowstone Lounge inside The Yellowstone Restaurant. No cover charge.

Manic Mechanic, 450 N. Main St., invites you to get your vehicle ready for the winter driving ahead. They offer ASE-certified mechanics focused on providing the highest quality vehicle care and customer service. Their quality services include brake repairs, muffler service, transmission repairs and more! Call 208-840-1663 to schedule an appointment today.

Pocatello Art Center Gallery, 444 N. Main St., invites you in to view their Caricature & Portrait Show. The exhibit will be open through Sept. 19. The year-long project was generously funded by the Ashcroft/Yost Foundation in memory of sisters Ruth, Naida and Faye.

The project honors the lives, personalities and legacies of senior citizens and older adults throughout Southeast Idaho.

Over the past year, artist Bob Beason, along with representatives from the Pocatello Art Center, visited senior centers and care facilities throughout the region, including the local veterans home. Nearly 100 caricatures were completed. Copies of the drawings are now on display so the community can view the full collection of portraits and celebrate the remarkable people who inspired them.

School is back, so it’s time to put those grades to work. Students can bring in their current school district-issued GPA each semester and earn a discount at Deckadence Board Shoppe. Stop by 326 W. Center St. and turn good grades into something you can actually use.

Purpose Tea, 224 N. Main St., has expanded their hours and their menu! This charming shop is now open Tuesdays through Thursdays from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Fridays from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. They are now serving Belgian waffles and Italian gelato in addition to their decadent selection of pastries and desserts. Be sure to stop in this week for a custom-made boba, coffee or smoothie and try a Belgian waffle or a gelato!

At the Valentine Ballroom & Bridal, 100 S. Arthur Ave., you will find beautiful and elegant bridal gowns, a beautiful chapel and event space and an amazing ballroom. The perfect match for your wedding day or special occasion! Book your wedding date, special event date or dress fitting appointment today! Call 208-221-6049 for ballroom information or 208-313-4696 for gowns and custom fitting.

ChubbyZ Sandwich Shop, 302 E. Center St., features a mouth-watering menu of hot and cold sandwiches, salads and sides. There’s something for everyone to enjoy! Stop in Tuesday through Saturday for lunch or dinner.

Dell’s Home Appliance & Mattress Center, 355 E. Center St., is committed to offering you top name brands like GE, Electrolux, Frigidaire and Simmons for kitchen, laundry appliances and mattresses. Stop in and experience personalized one-on-one service by their exceptional sales staff. They will work with you to find a product that fits your needs, budget and lifestyle. They offer delivery, and installation specialists will assure that your new appliances and mattresses arrive safely and are installed properly.

Vintage Vinyl, 102 N. Main St., offers new and used vinyl records, CDs, equipment for stereos, rock memorabilia and more. They always offer 25% off most used vinyl. Downstairs there is a variety of antiques including kitchen items, vinyl record players, vintage bags, furniture, collector items, artwork and so much more. This store is connected to Old Town Ice Cream and Candy at 110 N. Main St. and is open Tuesday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Cue & Brews Pool & Billiard Hall with the Rim Rock Grill, located at 259 E. Center St., is serving up daily specials, a variety of games and tournaments along with a selection of local and regional brews. They are open daily from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. (midnight on Sundays). $2 off salads special every Tuesday! All burgers, including the famous Rim Rock Burger, are half-pounders and are served with your choice of sides! Free pool all day every Sunday!

Barricade, Pocatello’s retro arcade and bar located at 308 E. Center St., will be hosting Hal Waldrum live Friday from 8 to 10 p.m. Tickets are also available for comedian Mike Hammock’s show Saturday evening. Mike is a regular at Comedy Works in Denver and has toured nationally as a headliner for years. Visit Barricade’s Facebook page for details and ticket link.

The Wolverines perform along with Open Mic Night every Friday at Walrus & Carpenter Books. Located at 251 N. Main St., music starts at 5 p.m.

The Portneuf Valley Farmers Market will be open Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Lookout Point. This week the market will be welcoming back our ISU Bengals. Come early for free ISU orange T-shirts compliments of Lookout Credit Union, while supplies last. The market will have loads of fresh produce! $5 Market Bucks for ISU students! Come shop fresh and local at the Farmers Market on Saturday!

The Crafter’s Market inside Station Square, 200 S. Main St., will be open Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Handcrafted items full of local love will be available for shoppers. Enjoy a cold drink and lunch at The Nook while you shop.

The final Movie in the Park will take place Saturday. “Sweet Home Alabama” will be shown on the big screen at Lookout Point beginning at dusk. The movie is hosted by the Neighborhoods of Historic Downtown, who will be providing free popcorn and popsicles. Bring your comfy chair, cozy blankets and enjoy a magical evening!

Coming Up:

Tickets for this year’s Haunted History Walking Tours will go on sale Thursday! Join SPIRO Paranormal on the Fridays and Saturdays during October to tour four haunted locations on the east side of Downtown Pocatello. Watch Historic Downtown Pocatello on Facebook for ticket information!

The Portneuf Resource Council will be holding its annual Southeast Idaho Electric Car Show in Pocatello Saturday, Sept. 26, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in conjunction with National Drive Electric Month. The show will be next to the Portneuf Valley Farmers Market, at Lookout Point, in the south parking lot next to the Marshall Public Library. Seasoned local electric vehicle owners will be showing their electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles and will be able to answer questions about range, cost, maintenance, charging and more. For more information or to showcase your vehicle, please visit www.driveelectricweek.org.

Tickets are now available for this year’s Oktoberfest, coming to Historic Downtown Pocatello Saturday, Sept. 26, at Lookout Point. From 4 to 8 p.m., sample German-style beers and craft beers from our local, regional and national brewers. There will be German-style food and live music featuring Best By Yesterday! Tickets that include unlimited pours are $30 in advance or $40 at the door. Visit myidahotix.com/events/gate-city-oktoberfest-9-26-2026 for tickets.

For daily updates about our Downtown businesses, dining specials, live music, art, entertainment and more, be sure to follow Historic Downtown Pocatello on Facebook and downtownpocatello on Instagram. Thank you for shopping, dining and playing in Historic Downtown Pocatello! Your friends and neighbors appreciate you supporting local and helping our businesses grow and thrive!