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Have you heard about the Boise Christmas light tour? Grab your family, hop in the car and maybe stop for a hot chocolate before you get on the greatest map of Boise Christmas lights tour!
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This year, I will be attending my first Hanukkah celebration. I’m excited to be joining in on a close friend's traditions and to learn more about their Jewish heritage and what Hanukkah is all about. In an effort to be a respectful guest, I want to bring her a gift to show my appreciation for being invited, but also recognize the holiday as a friend.
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The holiday season has come to the Treasure Valley, and that means parties, dinners, and family gatherings. If you’re wondering what gifts are a must-buy this year for your loved ones and want to support some of Boise’s local businesses, we’ve got the gift guide for you.A New Vintage Wine ShopThe Ultimate Wine BasketLocally owned by a passionate wine expert, A New Vintage Wine Shop stocks and serves both Idaho, regional, and international wines. You can stop by any time and dis...
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The journey to effective dental health begins as a small child. There is a common misconception about how important baby teeth are since most children lose them early in life. But many habits can be formed early on in life that can permanently affect your child’s dental health for the rest of their lives.Dentistry for Children is a Boise pediatric dental office that is frequently asked these questions and is always excited to share what they know with other curious parents. Their goal is t...
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In 2007 Nampa, Idaho local Kenton Lee was volunteering at an orphanage in Kenya, Africa. While walking alongside children down a dirt road, he noticed a serious and unfortunately pervasive problem amongst the community — most of the children were wearing shoes that were far too small, too big, or worn down beyond repair. Fast forward to 2012, the first Because International prototype shoe was created.
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Spotlight Real Estate and Solitude Homes know how important it is for responsible and affordable housing to be at the forefront of the housing market conversation. For years, they have been one of the Treasure Valley’s greatest resources for new homeowners, people looking to build their own homes, and those who are motivated to help ease the Treasure Valley housing crisis.At its core, the housing business-duo shared with us what elements have led to the Treasure Valley’s rapid and hi...
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Located at Eagle Island State Park, Gateway Parks is the perfect spot for all-day tubing. The snow is falling daily at Gateway Parks and every day you can bomb down one of their five professionally groomed tubing hills. Rain or shine, you can enjoy the slopes, but there’s so much more happening at Gateway Parks this winter. Keep reading to see what Gateway Parks has in store for the 2021/22 tubing season! First Step: Make a Reservation Gateway Parks thrives on reservations. This...
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Graduation is here, Congratulations! You’ve walked the walk, your diploma is in hand, and now it's time to celebrate! If you’re looking for a place to sit down, eat some yummy food and drink some great drinks, there’s plenty of spots in the Treasure Valley with the space to host you and your guests.We’ve gathered restaurants and breweries that can accommodate every budget. Whether your party is as simple as a slice of pizza and a couple of beers, or a fine dining expe...
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Looking for an entertaining way to make your next party more memorable for your guests? Boothshakalaka is a custom built photo booth that creates unforgettable party souvenirs. Some of their most notable recent work include the Pabst Blue Ribbon beer label launch with local artist Ashley Dryfus at Push and Pour and the Totally Boise Annual Block Party at CHOW.Keep reading to discover what makes Boothshakalaka your next must book party entertainment!What Makes Boothshakalaka So FunBoothshakalaka ...
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The Idaho housing market is hot. Idahoans know it, the whole country knows it. It seems like all of us living here cannot go one day without being hit in the face with the current state of the housing market. That’s because it’s rapidly changing faster than most of us can believe or keep up with. When you observe the Year-over-year changes in our market you will notice huge gains in sales prices.
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Thanksgiving is the holiday of good food. And we are thankful for these Treasure Valley restaurants that are serving up their versions of a Thanksgiving dinner. With most restaurants and businesses being closed for the national holiday, you’ll want to act fast on securing your reservation. Thanksgiving Reservations in Boise Chandlers Located on the first floor of Hotel 43, Chandler’s serves up fine dining year-round. Featuring prime steaks and seafood, their kitchen is sur...
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School is in full swing and while it can be a relief to have your kids back in the classroom, finding something to keep them entertained after hours can be tricky. That’s where iCode Boise comes to the rescue.Newer to the Treasure Valley iCode Boise offers Computer Science education for students K-12 in a fun and highly interactive way! As being somewhat technology savvy ourselves, Totally Boise got the chance to get a crash course in what an after-school program looks like at iCode Boise....
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Fall is here and we can't help but fall in love with Boise all over again! As the leaves start to turn colors and the weather cools down it's time to make your rounds and do all the fun fall things. At Totally Boise we love celebrating the change of seasons, but there is something special about fall that makes us so excited to be a part of the Boise community. Here are six fun ways to kick off fall 2021!
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Football season is back, and we’re excited! If you haven’t already heard, Boise State University announced the Albertsons Stadium will now be selling alcohol.As game days are in full swing, we wanted to ensure you are well prepared to have the absolute best Bronco game day. With the help of former Boise State Broncos, Defensive End turned well-respected local Realtor Tyler Horn; we’re sharing tips for the ultimate game day experience.Image Credit: Boise State UniversityImage Cr...
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Many residents of the Treasure Valley have been looking at the surrounding areas for affordable housing. Mountain Home, Idaho, is one place that many residents of Nampa, Caldwell, Meridian, and Boise have transitioned to, especially for first-time homebuyers. But, despite Mountain Home only being a 45-minute drive away from Boise, it is often overlooked.So you may ask; what is there to do in Mountain Home? Here is what we suggest if you find yourself with a free day in Mountain Home, Idaho.Tour ...
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