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From BoiseFour Years of From BoiseMarch 30 was the 4 year anniversary of From Boise! Marissa shares some behind the scenes from 2024. Read the newsletter: fromboise.comWays how you can support From Boise:Tell a friend to subscribe to this podcast and/or our newsletter Leave a review for the podcast If you own a business (or know someone who does), consider becoming a sponsorDrop something in our Tip JarBecome a monthly supporter with a $5 donation or $10 donation 2025-04-0839 min

From BoiseThe Podcast is BACK!Guess whose back, back again… Marissa is back with new episodes of From Boise. Read the newsletter: fromboise.com 2025-02-1801 min

From BoiseS1E70 - February 15, 2024: Things To Do In Boise This WeekendCheck out the Treefort Music Fest schedule, drink some local wine, go see some documentaries and movies, and much more!Read the newsletter: fromboise.com Join the BFFs: fromboise.com/bffs Out of town tip: visitsouthwestidaho.org/fromboise Treefort schedule + Treefort App Buy Treefort Music Fest tickets Marissa’s Treefort scheduleDrink Wine: Les Bois Wines, House of Wine, Rolling Hills Vineyard, Telaya, Parcero Wine Bar, Par Terre, Proletariat Wine Co, Huston Vineyards, Basque Market, Idaho Winter Wine Weekend Movies: Wild & Scenic Film Festival , A Song Film by Kishi Bashi: "Omoiyari”, PLAY...2024-02-1516 min

From BoiseS1E70 - February 15, 2024: Things To Do In Boise This WeekendCheck out the Treefort Music Fest schedule, drink some local wine, go see some documentaries and movies, and much more! Read the newsletter: fromboise.com Join the BFFs: fromboise.com/bffs Out of town tip: visitsouthwestidaho.org/fromboise Treefort schedule + Treefort App Buy Treefort Music Fest tickets Marissa’s Treefort schedule Drink Wine: Les Bois Wines, House of Wine, Rolling Hills Vineyard, Telaya, Parcero Wine Bar, Par Terre, Proletariat Wine Co, Huston Vineyards, Basque Market, Idaho Winter Wine Weekend Movies: Wild & Scenic Film Festival , A Song Film by Kishi Bashi: "Omoiyari”, PLAY...2024-02-1514 min

From BoiseS1E69 - Idaho Candy Company**Have you ever had an Idaho Spud Bar? How about some Owyhee Toffee? Cherry Cocktail, anyone? All of these are made in the heart of downtown Boise, where the 123-year-old Idaho Candy Company still operates. Today’s story takes you through the history, and possible future, of Idaho Candy Company. ** Read the newsletter: fromboise.com Join the BFFs: fromboise.com/bffs Idaho Candy Company Anthony’s Valentine’s Special Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/from-boise/f29c7ebf-819f-46ac-9e5d-86a106d0c83f 2024-02-1314 min

From BoiseS1E68 - February 8, 2024: Things To Do In Boise For Super Bowl, Mardi Gras & Valentine’s DaySuper bowl specials, Fat Tuesday parties, Valentine’s Day events and more! Read the newsletter: fromboise.com Join the BFFs: fromboise.com/bffs Sun Feb 11: LGBTQ+ Community Science Nature Walk Wed Feb 14: Space Banana opening Out of town tip: visitsouthwestidaho.org/fromboise McCall Winter Carnival Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/from-boise/133daf8b-e5ed-4f32-b6a4-1a69500075eb 2024-02-0814 min

From BoiseS1E67 - Boise Date IdeasTis the season to go on a date. Today’s episode has 100+ date ideas for you. Whether you are going on a first date, a much needed date, a friend date or something else, I’ve got an idea for you. Anthony’s Valentine’s special Read the newsletter: fromboise.com Join the BFFs: fromboise.com/bffs Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/from-boise/45d77152-aadc-4228-b45f-dd679bcd579f 2024-02-0627 min

From BoiseS1E66 - Th February 1, 2024: Things To Do In Boise This WeekendIt’s February! Get ready for Valentine’s Day, learn more about muddy trails, get the scoop on the Treefort 2024 lineup, score some free ballet tickets, and more. Read the newsletter: fromboise.com Join the BFFs: fromboise.com/bffs Win Anthology tickets - enter here Winter trail tips Out of town tip: visitsouthwestidaho.org/fromboise Get Treefort 2024 tickets See the Treefort 2024 lineup Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/from-boise/2af728d3-8d31-43e5-911f-145111abb0bc 2024-02-0122 min

From BoiseS1E65 - Portals to Boise HistoryYou pass by places every single day that are a portal to Boise history. Do you know where they are? Today’s story takes you on an adventure to 9 places in Boise that have an interesting tie to Boise’s history. Join the BFFs: fromboise.com/bffs Read the newsletter & see photos: fromboise.com Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/from-boise/1cdc8e1c-10d4-45ee-b1ee-7e895ba732ce 2024-01-3015 min

From BoiseS1E64 - January 25, 2024: Fun Things To Do In Boise This weekendFood news, weekend parties, ice fishing ideas, houseplant meetup and more! Read the newsletter: fromboise.com Join the BFFs: fromboise.com/bffs Cucina di Paolo is closing at the end of April Three Idaho chefs are James Beard semifinalists Fri Jan 26:Groove on the Grove on The Grove Plaza Sat Jan 27:Robert Burns Night at The Riverside Hotel Read my story about Robert Burns Night Sat Jan 27:Barley's Legacy Celebration at Hops & Bottles Sat Jan 27: Coffee, Plants & Nerds at FarWest Garden Center Sat Jan 27: Idaho State Historical Society photo & document preservation workshop Out of...2024-01-2508 min

From BoiseS1E63 - Bookstores of the Treasure ValleyAn ode to our local bookstores of the past & present. Read & see photos in the newsletter: fromboise.com Bookstores of the Treasure Valley: Rediscovered Books (180 N 8th St, Boise, ID 83702); Once and Future Books (1310 W State St, Boise, ID 83702); Friends of the Library bookstore (Downtown Boise Library!); Bent Corners - Boise (3343 N Five Mile Rd, Boise, ID 83713); Bent Corners - Nampa (1104 12th Ave S, Nampa, ID 83651); Half Price Books (3677 E Fairview Ave, Meridian, ID 83642); The Lit Room (215 E 34th St, Garden City, ID 83714); The Rubaiyat (314 S 6th Ave, Caldwell, ID 83605); Read more of Amanda’s stories: Winter is...2024-01-2315 min

From BoiseS1E62 - January 18, 2024: Fun Things To Do In Boise This WeekendNew club coming to downtown Boise, Latte Art Throwdown, cozy coffee shops, uno tournament, clothing swap and more! Read the newsletter: fromboise.com Join the BFFs: fromboise.com/bffs New club opening soon: https://www.space-banana.com/ Tickets to Space Banana shows https://www.facebook.com/halfweekend/events Fri Jan 19: Push & Pour Latte Art Throwdown Sat Jan 20: Uno Tournament at Cactus Bar Sun Jan 21: Clothing Swap at Telaya Wine Co Mon Jan 22: Introduction to Avalanches at White Dog Brewing Wed Jan 24: Hiking with Dogs in Boise presentation Out of town tip: visitsouthwestidaho.org/fromboise S...2024-01-1809 min

From BoiseS1E61 - Scots Wha HaeWe are all familiar with Boise's Basque community and its heritage of immigrant sheepherders in the area. But did you know that Scottish immigrants were moving to Idaho around the same time? Today's story is about the history of Boise's Scottish community, and the upcoming 119th annual Robert Burns Night happening next Saturday, January 27. Read the newsletter: fromboise.com Robert Burns Night 2024 Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/from-boise/e4e541d1-e15d-4a5b-b95d-3773776107cf 2024-01-1612 min

From BoiseS1E60 - January 11, 2024: Things To Do During A Wintry Boise WeekendIt’s a wintry weekend in Boise! Here’s some things to do outside, plus ideas for things to do inside where it’s warm & cozy. There’s lots of comedy shows this weekend, a beer dark beer tasting, and a local art collab video screening. Read the newsletter: fromboise.com Join the BFFs: fromboise.com/bffs Fri Jan 12: Wild & Scenic Film Festival at The Egyptian Theatre Sat Jan 13: TheUltimate Apres Ski Party at Lost Grove Brewing in Hyde Park Sun Jan 14:Polar Pints at Boise Brewing Fri Jan 12:Riddikulus Comedy Show: Hufflepuff Special at the Lounge a...2024-01-1111 min

From BoiseS1E59 - Voir La Place BoiséeTogether, the trees of Boise are a rich tapestry. Individually, they are avatars of the history of Boise. Learn about five trees in Boise that can teach us more about the City of Trees. Join the BFFs: fromboise.com/bffs Read the newsletter: fromboise.com Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/from-boise/3312f278-830e-437c-b5ba-ed8594073b20 2024-01-1014 min

From BoiseS1E58 - Jan 4, 2024: Fun Things To Do in Boise This WeekendGo stargazing, check out Yogafort’s launch party, swing by the fly fishing expo, and take part in the polar bear challenge at Lucky Peak. Read the newsletter: fromboise.com Join the BFFs: fromboise.com/bffs Fri Jan 5: Yogafort Launch Party at Treefort Music Hall Fri Jan 5: Astronomy Lecture and Stargazing event at Boise State Fri-Sat Jan 5-6: Western Idaho Fly Fishing Expo at Expo Idaho Sat Jan 6: Gebert-Arbaugh Polar Bear Challenge at Lucky Peak Reservoir Out of town tip: Cascade, Idaho Winter trail tips story Ridge to Rivers map Send us your feedback online: htt...2024-01-0411 min

From BoiseS1E57 - Behind The Scenes of From BoiseToday’s episode gives you a look at From Boise behind the scenes and what’s ahead for 2024. Take the 2023 survey: https://forms.gle/hiXo2kj1dLLgRpQCA Read the newsletter: fromboise.com Join the BFFs: fromboise.com/bffs Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/from-boise/1e93dd89-210b-4b82-a28e-f4ff11ce4ebb 2024-01-0332 min

From BoiseS1E56 - December 28, 2023: Things To Do In Boise For New Year’sThings to do in Boise to ring in the new year, plus info about Treefort 2024. Find all links in the newsletter → fromboise.com Read the newsletter: fromboise.com Join the BFFs: fromboise.com/bffs Out of town tip: visitsouthwestidaho.org/fromboise Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/from-boise/03b862ab-00c1-4794-96db-e40a59187111 2023-12-2817 min

From BoiseS1E55 - The Curious Life of James CastleJames Castle. Does the name ring a bell? I get it. I will admit that I didn’t know who James Castle was when I walked into the beautiful, yet unassuming house at 5015 Eugene Street, in the Collister neighborhood of West Boise. It looks like any other house in the neighborhood, but within the walls of the modest single-story house, a fascinating life was lived. www.jamescastlehouse.org Read the newsletter: fromboise.com Join the BFFs: fromboise.com/bffs Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/from-boise/69a44924-694e-4d7f-98d1-0...2023-12-2615 min

From BoiseS1E54 - December 21, 2023: Things To Do In Boise Over The Holiday Weekend** Idaho Sleigh Rides in Garden Valley** Read the newsletter: fromboise.com Join the BFFs: fromboise.com/bffs TONIGHT:Solstice Sober Banger: An Open Heart Conscious Dance at Lounge at the End of the Universe. TONIGHT:Barbarian Brewing Krampus Krawl Winter Solstice Party Fri Dec 22:Yule Fest at Mad Swede Brewing This weekend + next weekend: Christmas movies at The Egyptian Theatre Sat Dec 23: Procrastiganza: A Holiday Pop-up Market at Mad Swede Brewing Sat Dec 23: Indoor Farmers Market at Shrine Social Club Sat Dec 23: last day of Merry Makers Market Sun Dec 24:Sagebrush Collaborative weekend artist pop up Ideas to e...2023-12-2121 min

From BoiseS1E53 - The History of Bogus BasinRead the newsletter: fromboise.com Join the BFFs: fromboise.com/bffs bogusbasin.org Sharon’s writing Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/from-boise/54440e4f-8c34-487d-bbf4-fba9f0ca10c6 2023-12-1918 min

From BoiseS1E52 - December 14, 2023: Fun Things To Do In BoiseFrom Boise merch sale, ski resorts opening, Schitt’s Creek weekend at The Modern, unique stays in Southwest Idaho, NYE party prep, and a few ways to help Boise Bicycle Project. Read the newsletter: fromboise.com Join the BFFs: fromboise.com/bffs Shop From Boise sale Bogus Basin opening news Schitt's Creek Weekend at The Modern NYE Parties at Hap Hap Lounge, Lounge at the End of the Universe, Voodoo Cellar , Thick as Thieves, Gatsby, Mad Swede Brewery Hop Drop, Mad Swede Brew Hall Hygge New Year's Eve , Downtown Bois...2023-12-1419 min

From BoiseS1E51 - The Best Christmas Advice I’ve Ever ReceivedFrom Boise writer Amanda Patchin shares five pieces of advice for making Christmas better, brighter, longer & more lovely. Read the newsletter: fromboise.com Amanda’s newsletter Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/from-boise/af1a37e7-5005-4103-8aa0-f1d1e489700f 2023-12-1212 min

From BoiseS1E50 - December 7, 2023: Things To Do In BoiseFirst Thursday in Downtown Boise, holiday markets, Christmas movies, and The Cascadia Music Summit. Read the newsletter: fromboise.com Join the BFFs: fromboise.com/bffs TONIGHT: First Thursday in Downtown Boise Fri Dec 8:The Cascadia Music Summit at The Egyptian Theatre Sat Dec 9: Nordic Fest at Bogus Basin All weekend: Christmas movies at The Egyptian Theatre, Regal Edwards Boise Spectrum, Cinemark Majestic Cinema, and Idaho State Museum TONIGHT:Latinas Mercadito at Hap Hap Lounge TONIGHT:Holiday Pop-Up Market at Barbarian Brewing Sat Dec 9: Idaho Krampus Con'sBizarre Bazaar at ABU Games Sun Dec 10:Holiday Bazaar at Belmont Barbershop Sun...2023-12-0718 min

From BoiseS1E49 - The Secret Life of Boise SantasWho are Boise’s Santas? Today’s story gives you a look inside the life of two real life Boise Santas Clauses. Read the newsletter: fromboise.com Holidays at the Idaho State Museum: history.idaho.gov/events Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/from-boise/59f73498-ce74-4dc0-a3a1-532881fe8eea 2023-12-0514 min

From BoiseS1E48 - November 30, 2023: Things To Do In BoiseHoliday markets, where to find Santa, winter wine tasting & new restaurants to try. Read the newsletter: fromboise.com Join the BFFs: fromboise.com/bffs Shop From Boise merch: https://fromboise.myshopify.com Out of town tip: visitsouthwestidaho.org/fromboise Winter wine tasting in SW Idaho: Telaya Wine Company, Famici Wine Co, Hat Ranch Winery, Huston Vineyards, Snake River Wine Tours,Idaho Wine Commission Where to find Santa: The Village at Meridian , Boise Towne Square Mall , Cabela's , Gateway Parks, Wahooz , High Desert Harley-Davidson, Idaho River Sports . Holiday markets this weekend: V...2023-11-3018 min

From BoiseS1E47 - A Dog Named AlabamaThe story of Freedom Bound Hounds is more like a book. It’s a story made up of many stories – 869 stories to be exact. And it all begins with a dog named Alabama. Read the newsletter: fromboise.com Join the BFFs: fromboise.com/bffs Learn more at freedomboundhounds.com Freedom Bounds Hounds Current Needs Venmo at donation @freedomboundhounds Freedom Bounds Hounds Amazon wishlist Follow @freedomboundhounds on social media Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/from-boise/eab97e5b-05a4-496a-9372-ed57d0b4e056 2023-11-2812 min

From BoiseS1E46 - Shop Local Guide 2023Christmas is in 34 days! Here’s some great ideas for shopping locally this holiday season. Read the newsletter: fromboise.com Join the BFFs: fromboise.com/bffs Gift shops: Sagebrush Collective, Mixed Greens, Flying M, Dunia Marketplace, The Lost & Found. Wearable: UNHLY Supply Handmade: Clay By Shay, folk + lore Read my story about folk + lore House plants: A Succulent Day Food: Chicana Foods, Hudson Baking Co, Nora’s Family Bakery Boise board games + stickers + more: Boise OG Toys & games: G. Willikers Toy Merchant, All Weather Adventure Kits Book stores: Rediscovered Books, Once and Future Books, The Lit Room ...2023-11-2127 min

From BoiseS1E45 - Nov 16, 2023: Fun Things To Do In Boise & BeyondGet the scoop on From Boise’s new merch, Wintry Market, drinkin in Hyde Park, details on Bogus Basin’s opening & a peek at Treefort Music Fest 2024! Read the newsletter: fromboise.com Join the BFFs: fromboise.com/bffs Buy From Boise merch: fromboise.myshopify.com Fri-Sat Nov 17-18:[Wintry Market ](https://www.wintrymarket.com/)at Boise Centre Find From Boise’s booth at Wintry Market: Room 130, Booth #156 Fri Nov 17:Hyde Park Wine Expo Sat Nov 18:Winter Beer Fest Sat Nov 18:Bogus Basin Terrain Park Sat Nov 18:Bogus Basin Terrain Park Tue Nov 21: Snowboard Video Premiere & Wi...2023-11-1617 min

From BoiseS1E44 - Boise’s Theater CommunityTheater in Boise has existed since the 1860s, and today there are more theater organizations than ever before. Listen to today’s story to hear who they are, what they are working on, and what you can do to support our local theater community. Read the newsletter: fromboise.com Join the BFFs: fromboise.com/bffs Where to find theater in Boise: Alley Repertory Theater Boise Bard Players Boise Contemporary Theater Boise Little Theater Chaotic Acts of Theatre Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show Eagle Theatre Company Encore Theatre Company The Huckleberry Star Theater Idaho Shakespeare Festival Knock ’Em Dead...2023-11-1414 min

From BoiseS1E43 - Nov. 9, 2023: Fun Things To Do In BoiseVeterans Day events, holiday prep, new places to drink, Bogus Basin opening date & new merch. Read the newsletter: fromboise.com Join the BFFs: fromboise.com/bffs Fri-Sun Nov 10-12: Opera Idaho's The Falling and the Rising Sat Nov 11:Caldwell Veterans Memorial Hall Veterans Day Celebration Next Sat Nov 18:Eagle Veterans Breakfast + Flag Ceremony Holiday events: Fri Nov 10:Scentsy Commons Christmas Lights Ceremony Next Th Nov 16:The Village at Meridian tree lighting Next Fri-Sun Nov 17-19:Caldwell's Winter Wonderland opening weekend Tue-Mon Nov 21-27:St Al's Festival of Trees at Boi...2023-11-0921 min

From BoiseS1E42 - The History of Transportation in BoiseToday’s story looks at four different eras of transportation in Boise and the Treasure Valley, from horse-drawn carriages to the streetcar system to buses and automobiles. Stay tuned for next week’s story about the future of transportation in Boise. Read the newsletter: fromboise.com Join the BFFs: fromboise.com/bffs Read Sharon’s writing History of the Boise Bench History of the Ustick townsite Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/from-boise/e9f725b9-0261-4468-ae90-0f17e080a045 2023-11-0721 min

From BoiseS1E41 - November 2, 2023: Fun things to do in BoiseNew speakeasy, espresso martini week, ski swap, Boise bard games and much much more. Read the newsletter: fromboise.com Join the BFFs: fromboise.com/bffs TONIGHT: The Alley Lounge, a new speakeasy, opens tonight TONIGHT: First Thursday in downtown Boise TONIGHT: BFF meetup Fri-Sun Nov 3-5: Ski Swap at Expo Idaho Next week Nov 6-13: Espresso Martini Week Sat Nov 4:Idaho Veterans Parade in downtown Boise Sat Nov 4:Veterans Day Cornhole Tournament & BBQ at Merrill Park in Eagle Sat Nov 4:Ontario Veterans Day Parade Sun Nov 5:Warhawk Air Museum Veterans Breakfast Boise OG Surviving Camel's Back...2023-11-0217 min

From BoiseS1E40 - Marriage & MurderIdaho’s first known serial killer, and one of America’s first female serial killers, is Lyda Southard. Today’s story delves into the history of Lyda’s life of marriage & murder. Read the newsletter: fromboise.com Join the BFFs: fromboise.com/bffs Julie’s writing & tarot reading Time article about Lyda Behind Grey Walls podcast 2023-10-3115 min

From BoiseS1E39 - October 26, 2023: Things To Do In Boise For Halloween WeekendDeath Cafe, halloweekend events, abandoned places, live music, Taste of Downtown Boise & more. Read the newsletter: fromboise.com Join the BFFs: fromboise.com/bffs How to Halloween in Boise newsletter + podcast Th Oct 26: Death Cafe Boise Halloween for kids: Th Oct 26:Downtown Meridian Trunk or Treat Th Oct 26:Downtown Nampa trick or treat Fri Oct 27:Simply Cats Trick or Treat Open House Fri Oct 27:Kuna's Trunk or Treat and Spooky Movie Night Sat Oct 28:Ghoul's Day Out at Idaho Botanical Garden Sat Oct 28:Trucks n' Treats at Lakeview Park in Na...2023-10-2627 min

From BoiseS1E38 - How to Halloween in Boise (2023)Pumpkin patches, corn mazes, places to get costumes, haunted houses, where & when to take your kids trick or treating, and shows and Halloween parties. Read the newsletter: fromboise.com Join the BFFs: fromboise.com/bffs Pumpkin patches & corn mazes: Lowe Family Farmstead The Berry Ranch Jordan' Garden Center & Pumpkin Patch Cherry Hill Farms Wissel Farms Where to get costumes: Crazy Neighbor Serendipity Boutique Zurchers Spirit Halloween Re-POP Gifts Purple Lotus Savers Haunted houses: Boise Halloween Map Haunted World Requiem Haunted Tunnel of Terror Psycho Circus at Cimarron Haunted Hallways Maze Boise Bench Haunted Zombi...2023-10-2424 min

From BoiseS1E37 - October 19, 2023: Fun Things To Do In BoiseWhere to see fall colors, food news, Harry Potter festival, scary movies and more! Read the newsletter: fromboise.com Join the BFFs: fromboise.com/bffs Sat Oct 21: Cousins Maine Lobster at Idawild Brewing Copmany Sat Oct 21: Karuna Kava new location opening Read my kava story here TONIGHT: Witchy Pop-up Market at Barbarian Brewing in Garden City Sat Oct 21: Boise State Costume and Prop Sale Sat Oct 21: Harry Potter Festival in Caldwell Sat Oct 21: The Spill: Tales of the Unexplained 4 at Flying M Coffee Garage Sun Oct 22: Halloween movies at The Egyptian Theatre Sat Oct 21: Harry Potter Festival at Ca...2023-10-1910 min

From BoiseS1E36 - Haunted BoiseRead the newsletter: fromboise.com Join the BFFs: fromboise.com/bffs Idahistory tours & more: idahistory.com Find Haunted Boise book at Flying M in downtown Boise, Rediscovered Books, The Lit Room in Garden City, Barnes and Noble, and on Amazon More info on the James Risen talk about Frank Church on Oct 19 here 2023-10-1710 min

From BoiseS1E35 - October 12, 2023: Fun things to do in BoiseFriday the 13th tattoos and events, two beer events, more Halloween prep, Boise Improv Week and more! Read the newsletter: fromboise.com Join the BFFs: fromboise.com/bffs Fri Oct 13: Tattoos at Jade Room, Boise Tattoo Company, On Point Tattoo Collective, True Grit Tattoo,Aloha Tattoo,Anarchy Ink Tattoo Co , Iron Wolf Tattoo and Crow’s Nest Tattoo. Fri Oct 13: Friday the 13th Comedy Show at Lounge at the End of the Universe Fri Oct 13:Freaky Funny Improv Comedy Show at Recycled Minds Comedy Fri Oct 13: Priday the 13th at Treefort Music Hall Fri...2023-10-1221 min

From BoiseS1E34 - UFO Sightings In IdahoHave you ever seen a UFO? Idaho is really the perfect place to see such a thing, given our access to dark skies. Today’s story looks at some past and recent UFO sightings in Idaho. Read the newsletter: fromboise.com Join the BFFs: fromboise.com/bffs Listen to the City Cast episode with MUFON Idaho Director here Learn more about MUFON: mufon.com 2023-10-1012 min

From BoiseS1E33 - Oct 5, 2023: Fun Things to do in BoiseDog festivals, first ever Idaho Cider Fest, barrel aged beer fest & Halloween prep. Read the newsletter: fromboise.com Join the BFFs: fromboise.com/bffs Submit events to From Boise here Fri Oct 6: Dog Day at Lowe Family Farmstead Fri Oct 6: Dogtoberfest at Dogtopia in Garden City Sat Oct 7: See Spot Walk at Julia Davis Park Sat Oct 7: First ever Idaho Cider Fest in Freak Alley Sat Oct 7: Barrel Aged Beer Fest at Barbarian Brewing in Garden City Sat Oct 7: Oktoberfest in downtown Meridian Fri Oct 6: Scary movies at The Egyptian Theatre Sun Oct 8: Witches on the Water Mo...2023-10-0514 min

From BoiseS1E32 - Two True Crime StoriesTwo Boise authors, Kim Cross and J. Reuben Appelman, have new books out today. Both are true crime stories. Today’s episode is about the books and why the author’s wanted to share these stories. Read the newsletter: fromboise.com Join the BFFs: fromboise.com/bffs Learn about Kim Cross Learn about J Reuben Appelman Get tickets to Making Sense of the Senseless on October 10 2023-10-0321 min

From BoiseS1E31 - September 28, 2023: Fun things to do in BoiseGet the details on the Boise Comic Arts Festival, two food festivals, two reading events and Witches on the Water. Fri-Sun Sept 29-Oct 1:Boise Comic Arts Festival Sat Sept 30: Peruvian Food Festival at Heroes Park in Meridian Sat Sept 30: Taste of Caldwell Harvest Festival at Indian Creek Plaza in Caldwell Fri Sept 29: Conversation with playwright Samuel D Hunter at BSU Mon Oct 2: Conversation with Victoria “V.E.” Schwab and Cory Doctorow at The Egyptian Sun Oct 1: Witches on the Water at Barber Park Out of town tip: www.visitsouthwestidaho.org/fromboise Weiser Weiser River Trail Nationa...2023-09-2813 min

From BoiseS1E30 - Winter Is ComingAutumn is here, which means winter is coming. Today’s story explores winter – as a season and as a concept for life – and what we can do to get ourselves through times of darkness and cold. Register for Boise Entrepreneur Week Read today’s story: fromboise.com Sign up for Amanda’s newsletter here Valley Regional Transit Review the proposed changes + give feedback 2023-09-2614 min

From BoiseS1E29 - September 21, 2023: Things to do in BoiseFestival weekend in Boise! Hear about five weekend festivals, Oktoberfest celebrations, and fall markets. Fri-Sun Sept 22-24: Flipside Fest in Garden City Listen to my Flipside Guide Sat Sept 23: Flywheel Fest at JUMP Sat Sept 23:Fiesta! Celebrating Idaho’s Hispanic Heritage at the Idaho State Museum Sat-Sun Sept 23-24:Idaho Renaissance Faire at Expo Idaho Sat-Sun Sept 23-24:Potato Days at Kleiner Park in Meridian Fri-Sat Sept 22-23: Das Alpenhaus Deli Oktoberfest celebration Fri-Sat Sept 22-23: Fly Boise’s Wunderbar! A High-Flying Oktoberfest Fri-Sat Sept 22-23: Powderhaus Brewing two-day Oktoberfest celebration Sat Sept 23: Old Boise Oktoberfest Sat Sept...2023-09-2120 min

From BoiseS1E28 - Small Town, Big CityRead & see photos: fromboise.com Big City Coffee Valley Regional Transit Review the proposed changes + give feedback 2023-09-1909 min

From BoiseS1E27 - September 14, 2023: Fun Things To Do In BoiseIs it our last hot weekend? Who knows! Here’s some fun things to do in the sun this weekend. Read: fromboise.com Join the BFFs: fromboise.com/bffs Th Sept 14: Salsa Fest at North End Organic Nursery Fri-Sat Sept 15-16: Eagle Jazz Festival Fri-Sun Sept 15-17: Hyde Park Street Fair at Camel’s Back Park Sat Sept 16: Boise Koi & Bonsai Show at Edward’s Greenhouse Read: Boise’s koi keepers Sat Sept 16: Bug Day at Idaho Botanical Garden Next week Sept 16-23: Meridian Art Week in downtown Meridian NW Cider Association: nwcider.com 2023-09-1416 min

From BoiseS1E26 - A Guide To Flipside FestFlipside Fest is next weekend! Are you going? Here’s everything you need to know about the second annual Flipside Fest in Garden City on Sept 22-24, 2023. Festival info: theduckclub.com/flipside-fest Read: fromboise.com 2023-09-1326 min

From BoiseS1E25 - September 7, 2023: Five Fun Things To Do In BoiseIt’s a festival weekend in Boise! Celebrate Boise Pride, check out Art in the Park, go see Biketoberfest and snag your Treefort 2024 tix at the Locals Only Sale. Fri Sept 8: Treefort Music Fest Local’s Only Pass Sale at Record Exchange Fri Sept 8: Treefort Music Fest Merch Sale at Shrine Social Club Treefort Music Fest tickets online Treefort Music Fest merch sale online (use code HOT25OFF) TONIGHT:Zhoosh Pride Kickoff Social at Hap Hap Lounge TONIGHT:Let's Get Freaky drag show at The Balcony Fri-Sun Sept 8-10:Boise Pride Fest at Cecil D Andrus...2023-09-0715 min

From BoiseS1E24 - Boise’s Koi KeepersDid you know that Boise has an entire community of koi keepers? Today’s story explores the little-known world of water gardening and koi keeping in Boise. Read & see photos: fromboise.com Idaho Water Garden and Koi Society: iwgks.org Sat Sept 16: 29th Annual Boise Koi Show Valley Regional Transit (VRT): www.valleyregionaltransit.org Review the proposed changes + give feedback here 2023-09-0613 min

From BoiseS1E23 - August 31, 2023: Five Fun Things To Do in Boise for Labor Day WeekendHappy Labor Day weekend! If you are staying in the valley, you’ve got lots of fun options to fill your weekend. More things to do: fromboise.com Join the BFFs: fromboise.com/bffs Wed-Sun Aug 30-Sept 3: Spirit of Boise Balloon Classic at Ann Morrison Park Th-Mon Aug 31-Sept 4: Hermit Music Fest Th-Mon Aug 31-Sept 4: Hermit Music Fest events at The Modern Th Aug 31- next Sun Sept 10: The Boise Bard Players are performing The Importance of Being Earnest at multiple locations throughout the valley Sat-Mon Sept 2-4: Dock Dogs at Treasure Valley Subaru in Nampa Sat-Sun Sept...2023-09-0115 min

From BoiseS1E22 - Boise’s Stained Glass SecretsThree Boise churches are home to some particularly interesting stained glass windows. From the outside, you can hardly tell. The windows look dark, dim, and gray-brown. Yet inside, there is a wonderful variety of color and stories revealed. Read & see photos: fromboise.com St Michael’s Episcopal Cathedral St. John’s Cathedral + docent-led tour info Cathedral of the Rockies amandapatchin.com 2023-08-2911 min

From BoiseS1E21 - August 24, 2023: Five fun things to do in BoiseLots of fun shows and some of my favorite Boise events happening this weekend! Newsletter: fromboise.com Join the BFFs: fromboise.com/bffs Fri Aug 25: World Village Night at Treefort Music Hall Sat Aug 26: Boise Indian Food Festival at Julia Davis Park Th-Sat: Boise Open Concerts Th Aug 24: Y La Bamba + Ballet Folklorico Mexico Lindo at Treefort Music Hall Th Aug 24: Wildermiss + Strange Lily at Neurolux Fri Aug 25: Shrek Rave at Knit Sun Aug 27: Surprise Chef + Akua Naru at Neurolux Wed Aug 30: Mo Lowda & The Humble at Neurolux Wed-Sun Aug 30 - Sept 3: Spirit of Boise Balloon Cla...2023-08-2415 min

From BoiseS1E20 - Meet FolksHave you heard of Folks? It’s a new shop & candle studio in Boise’s West End, right next door to Good times Bagels. Hear the story of love, loss, slowing down, and dreaming big in today’s episode. Read & see photos: fromboise.com Shop Folk + Lore: www.folkandlore.shop Follow Folks: instagram.com/shop.folks 2023-08-2317 min

From BoiseS1E19 - August 17, 2023: Five fun things in BoiseTattoo convention, bike festival, movies to see, birds are dinosaurs and more! Fri-Sun Aug 18-20: Boise Tattoo Convention Sat Aug 19: Boise Goathead Fest Th Aug 17: Magpie Funeral at The Flicks Fri Aug 18: Super Mario Bros (2023) at Julia Davis Park Sat Aug 19: Movies at The Egyptian Theatre - Karate Kid (1984) at 3:30pm and Men in Black at 6:30pm Sun Aug 20: Birds Are Dinosaurs Friday August 18 - Sun August 27: Western Idaho Fair Out of Town Tip: visitsouthwestidaho.org/fromboise Join the BFFs: fromboise.com/bffs Find more things to do: fromboise.com 2023-08-1713 min

From BoiseS1E18 - Skateboarding in BoiseA few weeks ago, the City of Boise opened its fifth skatepark and we have two more in the works. But skating in Boise wasn’t always like this. When skateboards first hit the streets and sidewalks of Boise in the early 1960s, people thought it was just a fad – even a nuisance. What changed? And even more so, what is the future of skateboarding in Boise? Read this story and & see some skate photos & videos: fromboise.com 2023-08-1516 min

From BoiseS1E17 - August 10, 2023: Five fun things to do in BoiseIt’s a festival weekend in the Treasure Valley! Boise Soul Food Festival, a new beer festival, Sunnyslope Wine Festival, art festival, plus some fishing holes for a hot summer weekend. Sat Aug 12: Boise Soul Food Festival + food vendors Read: Boise Soul Food Festival story in From Boise Sat Aug 12: “Hops in the Hills” Eagle Foothills Brewfest Sat Aug 12: Sunnyslope Wine Festival Sat-Sun Aug 12-13: Nampa Art in the Park Sat-Sun Aug 12-13: Warbird Roundup at Warhawk Air Museum Out of Town Tip: www.visitsouthwestidaho.org/fromboise Subscribe for free: fromboise.com Join the BFFs: fromboise.com/bffs 2023-08-1013 min

From BoiseS1E16 - The Matriarchs of Boise's ParksThe Greenbelt and Boise’s parks are easily one of its best features. Today we explore some of Boise’s parks and the women whose namesake they bear. Read & see photos: fromboise.com Julia Davis Park Ann Morrison Park Kristin Armstrong Municipal Park Bethine Church River Trail Cherie Buckner-Webb Park Boise’s Ribbon of Jewels Ribbon of Jewels map Subscribe for free: fromboise.com Join the BFFs: fromboise.com/bffs 2023-08-0816 min

From BoiseS1E15 - August 3, 2023: Five Fun ThingsNewsletter: fromboise.com Join the BFFs: fromboise.com/bffs FIRST THURSDAY + FRIDAY Th Aug 3: First Thursday in downtown Boise Fri Aug 4: First Friday in Garden City First Friday map Green box info LIVE MUSIC ** Fri Aug 4: Sgt. Papers + Ghost Beach at Shrine Basement. Sat Aug 5: Gary Tackett & Full Moon Rude at The Olympic Sat Aug 5: Yellowcard at Revolution Center Sun Aug 6: George Thorogood & the Destroyers at Revolution Center Mon Aug 7: Monsterwatch + Spoon Benders + Moon Owl's Mages + Dirt Russell at Neurolux Wed Aug 9:** Lady Wray + Brainstory at Treefort Music Hall BEER FE...2023-08-0316 min

From BoiseS1E14 - Where To Meet People & Make Friends in BoiseMaking friends as an adult is hard. It can be weird, ya know? Here’s some places where you can meet people and make new friends in Boise. ** Newsletter: fromboise.com Join the BFFs:** fromboise.com/bffs **Book Clubs ** Rediscovered Books Boise Books and Bites Boise Book Club Boise Banned Book Club From Boise book club story **Gaming ** Spacebar Phoenix Fire Games All About Games Boise Area Boardgame Enthusiasts meetup Belching Dragon Tavern Belching Dragon Tavern launch party Running Clubs Boise Area Runners Boise Betties Barbarian Brewing Wolf Pack Running Club M...2023-08-0125 min

From BoiseS1E13 - The history of the Boise RiverDid you know that the Boise River used to be a legit trash river? Like it was so bad that there was yellow foam floating on the surface and no fish living in it. What ended up turning things around? Listen and find out. Read the newsletter & see photos at fromboise.comThis story was written by Amanda Patchin and Marissa Lovell. The podcast version is read by Marissa Lovell. Watch the 1970 Boise River Greenbelt aerial video narrated by Bill OnweilerIf you enjoyed this story, subscribe to the podcast & leave...2023-07-1109 min

From BoiseS1E12 - July 6, 2023: Five fun things to do in BoiseBike race, Basque bar crawl, fun family things & storytelling events, all happening in Boise July 6-12, 2023.Sat July 8: Twilight Criterium in downtown BoiseFrom Boise read: The Twilight Crit returns (published in 2021)Sat July 8: Running of the Bars on the Basque BlockFrom Boise read:Exploring Boise’s Basque historySat July 8:Boise Rocks Paint & Splash at Ann Morrison Park Sun July 9: Family fun in the SUN-day at Payette BrewingSat July 8: Lectures by...2023-07-0608 min

From BoiseS1E11 - Have you been to Karuna Kava?Karuna Kava is Boise’s first and only kava bar. It opened in July 2022 and is quickly becoming a social space to hang out and enjoy kava, an alternative to alcohol.Read the story: fromboise.comKaruna Kava: www.karunakava.comThis podcast was produced in partnership with SB Studios in Boise, Idaho 2023-07-0410 min

From BoiseS1E10 - June 29, 2023: Fun Things For 4th of July WeekendDog parties, mountain bike festival, Midsommar celebration, cool live music & where to watch fireworks.Breaking cute news: Sat July 1: Boise Corgi FestTue July 4: Idaho Golden Retriever Parade Bike festival & races:All weekend: Boise Mountain Bike Festival at Bogus Basin Bonus: Bogus Basin Community Race SeriesMidsommarSat July 1: Midsommar Celebration at Mad Swede Brewing Live music:Sat July 1: Midsommar Day CelebrationFri June 30: Naghma at Treefort Music HallFri June 30: DJs at SpacebarSat July 1: C.J. Che...2023-06-2919 min

From BoiseS1E9 - Happy 100th bday to the invisible bridgeOne of the biggest bridges in Boise is turning 100 this year, yet most people don’t even know where it is. Today we tell you the story behind the red trestle bridge & muse about its future.Read the story & see photos at fromboise.comThis story was written by Sharon Fisher. The podcast version is read by Marissa Lovell.Special thank you to the following people whose knowledge helped us put this story together: Dan Everhart, State Historic Preservation Office outreach historian, Idaho Historical Society; Eriks Garsvo, director of the Owyhee County Museum an...2023-06-2708 min

From BoiseS1E8 - June 22, 2023: Five Fun Things to do in BoiseLots of live music, BoDo Block Party, VW car show, dandy fest & more! All happening June 22-24, 2023.TONIGHT: The Slaps + Manwolves + Strangelily + Nude Dude at Shrine BasementTONIGHT: Earth + Ealdor Bealu at NeuroluxFri June 23: Raccoon Tour + Neocentrics + Los Syringas at Treefort Music Hall Wed June 28: Neighborhood Concert at Philippi Park Sat June 24: BoDo Block Party Sat June 24: Idaho Babe Film Screening Sat June 24: Volkswagen car show Sat Jun 24: Boise Dandelion Festival This podcast was produced in partnership with SB Studios in Boise...2023-06-2206 min

From BoiseJune 22: Five Fun Things to do in BoiseLots of live music, BoDo Block Party, VW car show, dandy fest & more! All happening June 22-24, 2023.TONIGHT: The Slaps + Manwolves + Strangelily + Nude Dude at Shrine BasementTONIGHT: Earth + Ealdor Bealu at NeuroluxFri June 23: Raccoon Tour + Neocentrics + Los Syringas at Treefort Music HallWed June 28: Neighborhood Concert at Philippi ParkSat June 24: BoDo Block PartySat June 24: Idaho Babe Film ScreeningSat June 24: Volkswagen car showSat Jun 24: Boise Dandelion Festival This podcast was produced in partnership with SB Studios in Boise, I...2023-06-2006 min

From BoiseS1E7 - Rooftop spots in BoiseTis the season for chillin on a rooftop, and Boise has been seeing new rooftop bars and restaurants popping up. Today’s episode explores some of Boise’s best rooftop bars & patios to enjoy this summer. Full list of rooftops: fromboise.comHap Hap Lounge: treefortmusichall.com/hap-hapWepa Cafe: wepaprcuisine.comThe James: thejamesboise.comCrave Kitchen & Bar: cravekitchenbar.com This podcast was produced in partnership with SB Studios in Boise, Idaho 2023-06-2010 min

From BoiseS1E6 - June 15, 2023: Five Fun Things in BoiseFree movies, markets, World Refugee Day, Father's Day & more! All happening June 15-22. 2023.Newsletter: fromboise.comSummery MarketSummery market giveawayBoise's World Refugee Day CelebrationIdaho Wild West BrewfestDowntown Boise Father's Day Car ShowTouchmark Father's Day Weekend Classic CarVizcaya Winery Car Show and ConcertFather's Day Mini Keg Disc Golf at Clairvoyant BrewingFree round of mini golf at WahoozBoise Hawks game catch on the field This podcast was produced in partnership...2023-06-1507 min

From BoiseS1E5 - Dive into Boise's pools of the past & presentBoise is home to some of the most iconic pools in the country. The original Natatorium became world famous in its heyday of the early 1900s, and Lowell and South Pools are amongst the last remaining Bintz Pools in the country. Dive into the stories behind Boise’s most iconic swimming spots.Newsletter: fromboise.com Idahistory story about John C Paulson: www.idahistory.com/the-mysterious-death-of-john-c-paulsen Lowell & South Pool info: www.cityofboise.org/departments/parks-and-recreation/lowell-and-south-pools-planning-public-outreach-and-engagement/ Friends of Boise Historic Pools: www.friendsofboisehistoricpools.org This podcast was produced in partnership wi...2023-06-1311 min

From BoiseS1E4 - June 8, 2023: Five Fun Things in BoiseFun things to do in Boise this weekend! Drunk history, summer craft markets, wine tasting, free live music & more. This podcast was produced in partnership with SB Studios in Boise, Idaho 2023-06-0806 min

From BoiseS1E3 - The Boise Trails ChallengeHow many of Boise’s trails have you been on? The Boise Trails Challenge is coming up on June 15-July 15. Tune in to hear how this annual event got started and what it takes to complete the challenge.This podcast was produced in partnership with SB Studios in Boise, Idaho 2023-06-0610 min

From BoiseS1E2 - June 1, 2023: Five Fun Things in BoiseWhat are you doing this weekend? Hear about five fun things to do in Boise the weekend of June 1-4, 2023 This podcast was produced in partnership with SB Studios in Boise, Idaho 2023-06-0106 min

From BoiseS1E2 - Dennis The CatThis podcast was produced in partnership with SB Studios in Boise, Idaho 2023-05-3009 min

From BoiseFrom Boise - TrailerFrom Boise is a weekly newsletter & podcast about life in Boise. Every Tuesday we share a story about a person, place, piece of Boise history, or current local happening. Every Thursday we curate a list of fun things to do over the weekend. Subscribe to our free newsletter at fromboise.com This podcast was produced in partnership with SB Studios in Boise, Idaho 2023-05-0301 min