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Before you head out on your favorite summer adventure, Coffee & Supply Co. is here to help you fuel up or grab any last-minute supplies. Located on Hwy 55, it's the perfect pit stop before you take off for the mountains. Inside, they serve up creative coffees and non-caffeinated drinks, locally made bites and a mercantile with products from local artisans. The upstairs space has now transformed into The Sundry, an exclusive boutique carrying top-name clothing and accessories.  ...
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Riverstone International School is thrilled to once again be recognized as one of “America’s Most Challenging High Schools”  by Jay Mathews of the Washington Post. Since 1997, the school has provided a superior private and independent educational opportunity for both Idaho students and international students from over 45 different countries.  Riverstone International School blends their Five Pillars, core values, and the International Baccalaureate programs, whic...
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If you are suffering from seasonal allergies or frequent asthma, it could be time to look into the holistic healing of halotherapy at Salt Sanctuary. A former mortgage banker, founder Christina Baylis found a new chapter in life by bringing the first halotherapy and salt room to the Treasure Valley.  While allergies and asthma might be a more prominent issue in the spring months, many Idahoans still suffer from their symptoms well into the summertime. Baylis, an expert in halotherapy, ...
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What's a more iconic duo than hot Idaho summer months and local ice cream? Our superb partners at Unbottled got the scoop on a complete list of ice cream shops in the Treasure Valley serving up delicious dairy treats.    If ice cream isn't your thing, don't fret—we also added plenty of other options which serve all types of frozen treats. Check out the list below brought to you by Unbottled. They’ve compiled a list of shops from Boise, Meridian, Eagle, Nampa, ...
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Bogus Basin Mountain Recreation Area is the Treasure Valley's premier non-profit outdoor recreation area. And while they may be well known for their winter skiing and snowboarding, the local non-profit has created equally exciting experiences for cool summer happenings.  In addition to beating the valley summer heat, Bogus Basin belongs at the top of your list of places to visit this summer for breathtaking 360-degree views of the Treasure Valley. Keep scrolling to discover wh...
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Operating since 1994, the Capital City Public Market is one of the Treasure Valley's largest Saturday markets. In years past, the market has been known to take over the streets of downtown Boise and 34th street in Garden City. The open-air market and its 150+ local vendors will take the Grove Plaza.Here, you can browse stall after stall of local produce, art, and other specialty crafts and foods. Creating a model of sustainable e-commerce is the driving mission behind Capital City Publi...
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Those scorching hot Idaho summer months are fast approaching, but thanks to Meridian Window Tint, you can prepare now to ensure your home is shielded and comfortable. With their various lines of professional-grade window films, owners can significantly improve the climate and UV protection of their inside space. Keep reading to discover how applying window film to your home or business windows is an essential service.Heat RejectionWhen the temperature in the Valley starts to creep up into t...
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Bogus Basin Mountain Recreation Area is the closest ski hill to Boise, just 16 miles from the mountain's base to the top. Now, as the winter season is in its final weeks, you don't need to fret. There will still be plenty of skiing, snowboarding, attractions and events throughout the warmer spring months. A unique feature of Bogus Basin is that they've been operating as a non-profit. Every dollar spent on lift tickets, attractions, lodging, and beer at the bar goes back into the...
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Learning proper dental hygiene can be a hard habit to form as a child. The staff and doctors at Dentistry for Children have made it their mission to ensure that every child who sits in their chair is learning healthy habits and forming a positive relationship with themselves, while visiting the dentist. Dentistry for Children shared with us their five favorite local spots to get kid-favorite treats, but first, they wanted to raise awareness on the importance of dental sealants. They are one...
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Idaho has become a wedding destination and with much of the local industry bouncing back from the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s the perfect time to start planning your Idaho wedding. We’ve gathered the ultimate list of every Idaho wedding business to help you have the wedding of your dreams. Big or small, extravagant or earthy, these professionals are here to help. Keep reading to find the wedding vendor(s) for your wedding:Boise Bands Ban Mallare Events & Entertainment Boise Liqu...
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Calling all kids interested in learning game design, cybersecurity, and other digital based STEAM topics! iCode Boise is Treasure Valley’s premier Computer Science focused K -12 school. Spring and Summer breaks are almost here, and iCode is excited to share their lineup of camps being held during those times! Keep scrolling to find classes open for enrollment this Spring and Summer Break! Spring & Summer Break Camps at iCode As a parent, you're probably fam...
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Becoming a parent is one of the greatest journeys and commitments we can make in this life. For some people, the ability to become a parent does not come as easily as it does to others. Abundant Life Surrogacy is backed by an extensive team of mothers and caring professionals who are committed to giving the gift of a child to those who are eager to become parents or add a new life to their family. A large part of this commitment is the idea that Founder and CEO, Amber Valdez, calls “I...
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There’s a lot of fun activities that you can do together across the Treasure Valley. If they are the scientific type, the Discovery Center of Idaho is the place to learn. Nature loving kids will nerd out at the MK Nature Center as they look into real trout exhibits and try to spot the large sturgeon from the bridge. If laser tag, fast karts or big jumps are your kids' style, Wahooz Family Fun Zone, Altitude Jump Park and Fast Lane Indoor Kart Racing are all equipped with the gear to gi...
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Boise and the surrounding metro area have an excellent assortment of fun and kid-friendly restaurants. When you’ve got little ones, from newborns to rambunctious tweens, it’s helpful to know which restaurants either welcome or have created a space meant to make kids feel welcomed.
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One of my core memories from growing up, was flying down a snowy hill, laughing so hard my stomach hurt. Besides Christmas morning, this was my favorite time during the winter months. It’s that time of year again and I couldn’t be more excited!
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