10:15 AM Wed, May 31, 2006 | Permalink
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May 2006 ArchivesGreek Food FestivalThe Greek Food Festival will be held this weekend at St’s. Constantine and Helen. We spent the morning preparing for the 25th annual event. The funds raised from the 2-day celebration will go to the church, which in turn helps many programs throughout the community. All food items will be priced with nothing more than $5.00 and many items for less. The Festival will run Friday and Saturday June 2nd and 3rd. The church is located just off 27th and Bannock in Boise and every one of all ages is welcome to attend.
10:15 AM Wed, May 31, 2006 | Permalink
Vallivue High SchoolThe Vallivue High School Football team will hold a series of fundraising activities for the team and to help players with a summer camp. Starting on Friday and going through Saturday they will hold a rummage sale, a car wash, car raffle and cap things off with a live auction and flag football game by the players fathers. The fun all takes place at Vallivue High School and most of it will be in the parking lot. Concessions will be available both days. All the funds raised will help support the team for equipment, travel and scholarships for the summer football camp.
10:28 AM Tue, May 30, 2006 | Permalink
Expo Idaho FairgroundsKids Safety Day will be this Saturday June 3rd at Expo Idaho, formerly known as the Western Idaho Fairgrounds. The event sponsored by Ada County is filled with activities and exhibits designed for children, especially those who are 12 and under. There will be free immunizations for those who need shots. You should bring your records with you and your child. Car seats will be inspected for safety and placement. If need be car seats can be replaced for free, depending upon qualification. The entire event is free to everyone and there will also be free drawings for new bicycles. “McGruff the Crime Dog” and “Bobby the Boat” will also be around to help teach safety lessons. The event will start at 10:00 am and will end at 4:00 pm.
9:47 AM Mon, May 29, 2006 | Permalink
Banbury Golf CourseThe Executive Women’s Golf Association wants more women to become interested in the game of golf. They are hosting a series of drop-in lessons from June 3rd to June 10th at Banbury Golf Course at 5:00 each evening. The lessons are free and are open to both men and women but with an emphasis on women. Some lessons will also be offered at Shadow Valley Golf. For more information you can call 921-0037 or you can learn more about Executive Women’s Golf Association from their Boise Web site.
10:22 AM Fri, May 26, 2006 | Permalink
Park Center PondA free day of fishing will be offered everywhere in Idaho on Saturday June 10th. The annual event is designed to introduce everyone to fishing without any obligations. In certain areas fishing equipment and instruction will also be offered free of charge. One of those spots will be Park Center Pond in the Boise area. Children are especially encouraged to attend, as there will be free drawings and prizes given away. It’s all part of a week of Boating and Water safety reminders. There are no age restrictions although need to be accompanied by an adult.
10:04 AM Thu, May 25, 2006 | Permalink
Stagecoach TheatreStagecoach theatre is opening its latest production this Friday night. “Marriage is Murder” will begin a 3 weekend run Friday May 26th. The comedy is based on a divorced couple working together on a novel about murder. They decide to try out the murder methods on each other to see if they are plausible for the book. The comedy begins when they can’t decide how far to go with their experiments. Show times are 8:15 on Friday and Saturday nights and 7:30 on Thursday nights with a matinee on Sunday June 4th at 2:00. Get your tickets ahead of time by calling the box office at 342-2000. Stagecoach Theatre is located in the covered portion of the Hillcrest shopping center on the corner of Orchard and Overland.
11:30 AM Wed, May 24, 2006 | Permalink
Discovery Center of Idaho“Under your skin” is the latest exhibit at the Discovery Center of Idaho. The children’s science museum is all about hands-on displays for everyone to enjoy and learn. The exhibit is the current highlight of activities and is a cooperative effort of St. Lukes, St. Alphonsus along with Boise State and other businesses interested in Medical technology. The museum will be going to summer hours starting Monday and the exhibit will be here for several more weeks. This is one you don’t want to miss and be sure to bring the children along, because they will also love it. You can get more information the website for the Discovery Center.
11:50 AM Tue, May 23, 2006 | Permalink
Boise DepotThe St. Alphonsus Children’s Classic Race is set for Saturday June 3rd. Children age 6-14 years are invited to a special race down capital boulevard on that Saturday morning to raise money for children’s services at the hospital. It’s a children helping children type of fundraiser. Entry fee for the event is $15 dollars per child. The race starts at the Boise Depot and will end at the State Capitol building where a celebration will take place. More than 1,100 children are expected to take part in the annual event and you must register ahead of time. There will NOT be any registration on the day of the race. In fact the deadline to sign-up is Friday May 26th. To reserve a spot you can call 367-2759 or go on-line to register.
11:20 AM Mon, May 22, 2006 | Permalink
Mountain View High SchoolArthur Miller’s “The Crucible” will open at Mountain View High School on Thursday June 1st and run for 11 days. The New Heritage Theatre Company will perform the classic, directed by Sandra Cavanaugh. The hit production examines the historical time of the Salem Witch trials and the twists and conflicts of the characters in history responsible for a very dark time. Show times are 7:00 pm with Sunday matinees at 2:00. You can call the box office at 381-0958 for tickets or get them on line at:
9:47 AM Fri, May 19, 2006 | Permalink
Zoo BoiseZoo Daze is this Sunday May 21, 2006 at Zoo Boise. The event is one day and during regular Zoo hours with normal admission. However, the activities will be anything but normal with a visit from Ben Franklin and Lewis and Clark on the historical side. A special Frog show will highlight the day’s events. Zoo Daze is the annual kickoff of the summer season for the Zoo although the Zoo remains open all year long. The hours on Sunday are from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. The Zoo is located in Julia Davis Park in the heart of Boise.
7:49 AM Thu, May 18, 2006 | Permalink
Spur Wing Country ClubMatch for Patch is a golf tournament benefiting Project Patch. The tournament will be held on July 14th but everyone is encouraged to sign-up now for the fundraising event. Project Patch is a non-profit youth ranch in Garden Valley for troubled teenagers. The ranch helps turn lives around for youngsters who are having problems and need some special help. The program features care, education, guidance, religious teachings and lots of love. Parents and family only pay as small portion of the tuition with the rest funded by donations. The golf tournament will help with the finances and will be held at Spur Wing Country Club. To get signed up you can call Project Patch at 375-8965 or you can register on line.
10:11 AM Wed, May 17, 2006 | Permalink
Alano Club“Willy Wanka” is the latest production for Prairie Dog Productions at the Alano Club. The theatre is located near the corner of Cassia and Latah. The show is designed for the entire family and is a musical, comedy, parody, farce and loosely based on the more famous Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory. The performances will start this Friday night and run every Friday and Saturday for the next 5 weeks. There is one matinee on Sunday June 4th. All shows are family friendly and feature food and snacks designed for children. The shows frequently sell out so don’t wait too long. You can call the box office at 336-7383 (Pete) or go on line for reservations.
10:22 AM Tue, May 16, 2006 | Permalink
Diabetes RideThe 11th annual Diabetes Ride is this Sunday May 21, 2006. The horseback riding event will take place in the foothills north of Eagle. The ride benefits the Humphreys Diabetes Center and Camp Hodia. The registration fee is $30 per rider but those who raise more money through pledges will win prizes including travel and season passes. You will have to have your own horse to participate but there are no age restrictions and it’s just a fun ride for everyone. To register call the Humphreys Diabetes Center at 331-1155 ext. 32 or you can register on line: http://www.thediabetesride.org
10:35 AM Mon, May 15, 2006 | Permalink
Warhawk Air Musuem, NampaNavy Days are coming to the Warhawk Air Museum in Nampa. Next weekend May 20 and 21 will see special displays, demonstrations and hands on equipment for the Navy. In addition members of the Experimental Aviation Association will be on hand to give free flights to children age 8-18 in an effort to attract more interest to sport aviation. The rides are being offered on Saturday morning only. Normal admission will be charged to attend the Museum and normal hours 10:00 am to 4:00 pm for Navy Days. You can call the museum at 465-6446 for more information.
11:08 AM Fri, May 12, 2006 | Permalink
Purple Sage ElementaryThe annual Scout Fair will be held this Saturday May 13th at Purple Sage Elementary School near Middleton. The event is free and open to the public. Demonstrations, displays, crafts and activities are all planned. It’s a great way to learn more about scouting, both Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts. Purple Sage Elementary is in Canyon County and just north of Middleton. Take Interstate 84 to the Middleton exit number 25 then follow the signs. The activities will go from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm on Saturday and there is no charge.
11:33 AM Thu, May 11, 2006 | Permalink
Today's Dentistry, NampaFree dental care will be give to mothers on Friday by Today’s Dentistry in Nampa. We spent the morning with the folks from the dental office to remind mothers they are welcome as a thank you in advance of Mother’s Day. The program is Friday only and will start at 7:00 am and finish at 12:00 noon on a first come first serve basis. There are no restrictions as long as you are a mother. Today’s Dentistry is located at 607 2nd Street South in Nampa.
11:51 AM Wed, May 10, 2006 | Permalink
Boise Main Post OfficeSaturday is the annual Letter Carriers Food Drive. We spent the morning at the Boise main post office talking about the need for food donations throughout the valley. The needs in our area continue all year long. During the holidays we often think about charitable donations for the needy, but at this time of the year the shelves empty out for the Food Bank. The letter carriers of the valley will be gathering food donations we put out this weekend. A reminder card will go out this week, along with a plastic bag. All we need to do is put our donation of non-perishable food in the bag and place next to our mailbox or hang it from the box. The letter carriers will do the rest with a goal of gathering more than 200,000 pounds of food to help throughout the rest of the year.
11:40 AM Tue, May 09, 2006 | Permalink
Riverglen Junior HighThe annual Cycle for Independence ride is coming Saturday May 20th. The non-competitive ride will start and end at Riverglen Junior High School. Bike riders can choose from three different distances and have fun raising money for Treasure Valley Chapter of the National Federation of the Blind. Pre-registration will go on until May 15, 2006. The event is open to all riders of all ages with a division for teams and for youth riders. Call the Treasure Valley Chapter of the National Federation of the Blind for more information or to sign up at 343-1377. You can also get information and register on-line at: http://www.tvcblindidaho.org
9:56 AM Mon, May 08, 2006 | Permalink
Idaho Horse ParkThe annual Idaho Dressage Festival will be held at the Idaho Horse Park this weekend. The equine event will run from 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Saturday and Sunday and there is no charge. The Idaho Horse Park is located right next door to the Idaho Center near Nampa.
10:03 AM Fri, May 05, 2006 | Permalink
Water SafetySpring and summer season is when we spend more time out and near water than any other time of the year. We spent the morning at a private residence on the Boise Bench to discuss water safety with experts from St. Lukes Regional Medical Center. Each of the experts discussed the importance of teaching our children to be safe around water. We also saw the latest products available to help protect and prevent accidental drowning. Swimming pools and Hot tubs are just one problem area. There’s a greater danger from irrigation canals and rivers. Children are naturally attracted to water and it only takes a matter of just a few minutes to have a tragic accident. Now is the time to think safety.
10:01 AM Thu, May 04, 2006 | Permalink
Boise Centre on the GroveFundsy, the every other year Gala fundraising dinner and auction will be held Saturday night at the Boise Centre on the Grove. This year there will be 40 recipients of the proceeds. Businesses and individuals from the entire community have donated many different items with the hopes of generating several thousand dollars for the many different causes. The money will go to brick and mortar projects rather than on going expenses to create lasting improvements in the programs. Tickets are $250 each and few are left but you will need to call today May 3, 2006 to get you place. Call 395-7765.
11:53 AM Wed, May 03, 2006 | Permalink
Idaho StatehouseThe Idaho Coalition for Motorcycle Safety will hold its annual motorcycle awareness ride this Saturday May 5th. The ride is open to any motorcycle owner and there is no cost. We spent the morning on the steps of the Statehouse with members of ICMS. If you want to join the ride, just show up at the Sandy Point area of Lucky Peak after 11:00 am on Saturday. The ride itself will start at about 1:00 pm and will proceed at parade rate to the Statehouse where a rally will be held. Once proclamations have been read and a few brief speeches have been made, everyone is welcome to attend a barbeque at Municipal Park. The members of the Christian Riders group will host the picnic. Hamburgers are $1.00 and soft drinks are 25 cents.
10:51 AM Tue, May 02, 2006 | Permalink
NNU Brandt CenterThe Idaho Mennonite relief sale will be held this weekend at the Brandt Center on the campus of Northwest Nazarene University. The sale will start at 8:00 am and last most of the day. Handmade quilts from churches around the national have been donated and will be the highlight of a live auction. Several other items will also be auctioned off with all the proceeds of the day going to relief efforts around the world. The event is free to attend and there’s no charge for parking. For more information you can call 378-8109.
10:24 AM Mon, May 01, 2006 | Permalink
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