From Boise
From Boise is a weekly newsletter and 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
Episodes
It’s fresh hop season! Get the details on beer drinking, flea market shoppin’ and more.
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Thank you Idaho State Historical Society for sponsoring this episode! Fright Nights are back at the Old Pen on Oct 24-25. Get your tickets here.
Thank youtube the Idaho Lottery for sponsoring this episode! The Idaho Lottery’s new Money Monster scratch games are serving up frighteningly big thrills this m...
Surprise – we have a new podcast host! Meet Leslie Johnson, our new podcast co-host. Leslie will be taking the reins on the Thursday podcast episodes.
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Thank you to the McCall Chamber for sponsoring this episode! Take a fully hosted trip to McCall for FREE - more info here.
Thank you to FNDATN Functional Medicine for sponsoring this episode! If you’re ready for a health reset, book a free discovery call with FNDATN.
THINGS TO DO IN BOISE THIS WEEKEND:
Friday, Septemb...
Ok, deep breath, because this weekend is absolutely packed. We've got Hyde Park Street Fair, Old Boise Oktoberfest, art fests in Garden City, Kuna, and Meridian, the annual koi show, free theater, and so. much. more.
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Thank you St. Luke’s FitOne for sponsoring this episode! FitOne is coming up on September 20 – register here!
Fun food things to do this week! A champagne and fried chicken pairing, the Boise Indian Food Festival, a vegan market, and many more ways to soak up the end of summer.
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Thank you Idaho Botanical Garden for sponsoring this episode! Act II of Great Garden Escape starts next week. Check out the schedule here.
Friday...
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Thank you FNDATN Functional Medicine for sponsoring this episode! Book a free discovery call here.
Thursday, August 14 - Saturday, August 16
Friday, August 15 – Sunday, August 17
Friday, August 15 - Next Sunday, August 24
Satu...
What do tap dancing, a pug party, soul food, and the Goonies have in common? They’re all things you can do this weekend in Boise!
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Thank you Tobacco Connection & Big Smoke for sponsoring this episode! Click here to win two tickets to see Glass Animals live on August 15!
Dark Night (12 hour tap dance) at TRICA
Hydrus Board Tech isn’t just making paddleboards, they’re shaping the future of the sport. In this episode, Marissa talks with co-founder Jason Zawadzki and Angela Nichole about how Hydrus started in a garage, the wild story behind their nearly indestructible board material, and how a local family business built a global community.
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Weekend festivals, night markets, morning dance parties, puppet shows and so much more!
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Thank you Donnelly Chamber of Commerce and Idaho Tourism for sponsoring this episode! Mark your calendar for the 2025 Donnelly Huckleberry Festival, August 15-17.
Weekend Festivals
Yellow Pine Harmonica Festival
Thursday, July 31
This week’s episode covers the grand opening of Boise’s newest park, a full breakdown of Basque Week and Jaialdi events, trivia nights around town, summer festivals, IRONMAN, comedy shows, and more. It’s a big week!
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Thank you FNDATN Functional Medicine for sponsoring this episode! Book a free discovery call here.
Thursday, July 24
This week’s episode covers the return of Boise Twilight Criterium, festive Christmas in July events, and a bunch of fun things to do around town like a dog-friendly food truck pop-up & a rooftop clothing swap.
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Thursday, July 17
July Third Thursday Street Fest in downtown Nampa
Friday, July 18
Christmas in July: A Comedy Show at Mad Swede Brew Hall
In this episode, I’m talking with Lyndsy Kinghorn, a local functional medicine practitioner and founder of Foundation Functional Medicine in Boise.
Lyndsy shares her journey from ER nurse to functional medicine practitioner, how her own health struggles led her to a more holistic approach, and what functional medicine actually looks like in practice. We talk about gut health, thyroid issues, hormone imbalances, a...
Looking for your summer starter pack?? We did the digging, so you can do the floating. From a new farmers market with global flavors to the river opening and some fresh food and drink finds making their debut, it’s the perfect time to get out and enjoy what’s new. Summer is in full swing and so are your weekend plans!
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Outdoor games, free ice cream, summer shopping, roller derby, and more!
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Thank you to Idaho Botanical Garden for sponsoring this episode! It’s the perfect way to spend a Summer night. Get your tix now!
Friday, June 13
Inside Out 2 at Settlers Park
Friday, June 13 - Saturday, June 14
Gardens, art, markets, mayhem, and more!
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BOGO tastings at Koenig Distillery (good through June 8!)
Thank you Idaho Shakespeare Festival for sponsoring this episode! Don’t miss out on one of the best summer traditions in Boise. Get your tix now!
Thank you Hotel Renegade for sponsoring this episode! Ready to raise a glass? Ch...
Art, roses, gardens, fashion shows, and more!
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Thank you St. Luke's for sponsoring this episode! St. Luke’s FitOne registration opens next Wednesday on June 4! Registration is only $25 on June 4. Register here!
Thank you Idaho Botanical Garden for sponsoring this episode! Great Garden Escape is ...
Music, comedy, history, cats, cars, flowers, and more!! There’s no shortage of ways to roll the dice on a good time. Whether you're betting on comedy, flea markets, floral workshops, or punk rock, the odds are in your favor and the stars are aligned for this weekend.
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Thursday, May 22
Spring Soiree Floral Workshop at Wildflower Floral Co
Cowgirls, outlaws, donut lovers, and gold panners. There’s all kinds of stuff going on this weekend. Plus we have a cold plunge giveaway going on.
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Enter our PLUNJ giveaway (sauna + cold ...
Boise’s bringing the heat this weekend! Don’t hit snooze on sunshine, mimosas with mom, or pulling a few strings to make room for something new. This Saturday is so stacked, it could've had its own episode. Here's what's going on in Boise this weekend.
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Thank you Visit Idaho for sponsoring this episode! You can watch The 3100 docuseries starting May 21 on Visit Idaho’s YouTube cha...
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Thank you Visit Idaho for sponsoring this episode! Visit Idaho’s new feature-length documentary, The 3100, captures the powerful stories and beauty of Idaho’s 3,100 miles of navigable whitewater. Get your free ticket here!
Thank you Hotel Renegade for sponsoring this episode! Whether you’re sipping on a cocktail at The Highlander ro...
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