Jaialdi! This big Basque party reveals the heart and soul of a culture (paywall). Featuring Dr. John Bieter.
To celebrate the Feast of San Ignacio — St. Ignatius of Loyola, patron saint of Basques — Oñati Dancers performed traditional dances at mass at St. John’s Cathedral during Jaialdi 2010. This year, the mass will be held Aug. 1 at the larger St. Mark’s Cathedral, 7960 Northview St. in Boise. KATHERINE JONES — Idaho Statesman file