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Rise and shine, Boise!
In today’s planning-your-week edition: A groundbreaking geothermal housing project, a scratch-made Mexican ice cream shop, and Grand Kyiv Ballet’s Snow White + all our favorite events happening over the next seven days.
Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Boise protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains what’s driving the surge… and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.
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đź“° In the news
Expanding Idaho’s visitor reach: Idaho Travel Council is accepting applications for 2026 tourism promotion grants funded by the 2% lodging tax. Boise groups can apply to boost marketing, with applications due March 30 — see how and when to apply.
Lusk District clean energy project: Boise was awarded a $1 million grant for the nation’s first direct-use geothermal system for affordable housing, serving up to 300 units and potentially cutting utility costs by up to 80% — get all the project details.
Expansion plans and hours: La Catrina, a Mexican ice cream shop, will open in Boise this spring at 1549 North Milwaukee Street, offering scratch-made scoops with flavors like pistachio and chamoy plus traditional snacks — get hours and expansion details.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Highlights this week:
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🏆 Gold and silver are heating up
Together with our sponsor American Hartford Gold
Gold just posted its strongest run in decades… and the momentum is carrying into 2026. Silver has become one of the most talked-about assets as investors look for ways to stay ahead of market volatility.
While many are still sitting on the sidelines, others are quietly repositioning.
If you’re wondering whether you’re missing something, AHG has a free guide explaining what’s driving the renewed interest… and how investors are approaching precious metals right now.
It’s free and worth reading before the next move.
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🫶 We got your back
Serious wing fix: O’Michael’s Pub & Grill nails classic bone-in or boneless wings: crisp, saucy, and perfect for midweek game nights. Bring a friend, argue buffalo vs. teriyaki, then settle into the cozy North End vibe that somehow turns one round into two.
Custom shade refresh: Thought your foundation match was ‘close enough’? At StinaFace, pros blend custom shades and stock standout indie formulas, so your makeup bag finally feels like you. Their beauty lab handles the science, so you enjoy the glow and the compliments.
Fairways along the river: Perfect for a quick, feel-good round, Warm Springs Golf Course offers shady trees, generous fairways, and Boise River breezes minutes from downtown. Expect friendly play, a few chased pars, and an easy reset before the week picks up steam.
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📆 Our favorite events this week
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🌲 Group Volunteering @ Harrison Hollow Trails | Tuesday (3/3) at 11:00 AM – Harrison Hollow is getting TLC, and Treasure Valley Land Trust is handing us the tools. Choose light trail tune-ups or stick by the entrance for native garden weeding, then enjoy the do-gooder glow we all secretly like. Bring water, closed-toed shoes, sign-up required.
🌿 Water-Wise Workshop: Plant Selection @ Boise Library | Wednesday (3/4) at 6:30 PM – Spring nursery runs get an upgrade with a free workshop on picking water-wise plants that actually thrive here. Skip the thirsty divas and build a backyard oasis that sips, not gulps. Hosted by Ada Soil and Water Conservation District, Veolia, and The WaterShed.
❤ EmpowerHearts Gala @ JUMP Boise | Friday (3/6) at 5:00 PM – Nothing says Boise like Rocky Mountain Formal, good food, and competitive Dessert Dash energy. At JUMP, enjoy dinner, live and silent auctions, and real stories from Wild Hearts Idaho, all with that skyline view locals quietly brag about. Cowboy boots, bolo ties, and generosity encouraged.
🏺 Family Clay Night @ Catalyst Arts Collaborative | Friday (3/6) at 6:00 PM – Feel like tossing some clay that isn’t your back? Family Clay Night lets the kids spin on the wheel, you can join, and nobody cleans the garage. Beginners and old pros welcome, pieces get fired for pickup later. Ages 8+, $40, pre-register: https://www.catalystartscollaborative.com/service-page/family-clay-night-ages-8-fri-6pm-1
🍵 High Tea & History: The Boston Tea Party @ Idaho State Museum | Saturday (3/7) at 2:00 PM – Swap your Dunkin for high tea with sweets, savories, and a side of Boston history. Learn how Tea Party women stirred up independence, and be first to see the United We Celebrate exhibit. Tickets include a vintage-inspired teacup, with tables for 4 or 8, or shared.
🎨 Spring 2026 – Ethereal Arts Bazaar @ The Gem Center for the Arts | Sunday (3/8) at 1:00 PM – Shake off winter at a cozy spring market with Lucid Lounge pouring bright, floral teas, and Sage Divergence serving NOSH and fancy mocktails that actually hit the spot. Browse the quirky finds, catch Performer’s Hour, then dress your best for the springy photo moment.
🎥 Women’s Adventure Film Tour 2026 @ The Egyptian Theatre | Sunday (3/8) at 5:00 PM – Skip the gear talk and settle in for the Women’s Adventure Film Tour, a reel of grit, creativity, and wild places that feels like Ridge to Rivers for the soul. Expect honest stories, big inspiration, and conversations that outlast your post-Greenbelt pint. Tickets go fast.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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đź“» Boise report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 55°F – Low: 34°F – Precip: 87%
Rain showers before 8am, then rain showers and patchy fog between 8am and 5pm. Cloudy, with a high near 55. West northwest wind 1 to 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible. Later: Patchy fog after 5am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 34. North northwest wind around 5 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 61°F – Low: 45°F – Precip: 1%
Patchy fog before 8am. Mostly sunny, with a high near 61. Southeast wind 2 to 7 mph. Later: A chance of rain after 5am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 45. Chance of precipitation is 50%.
Someone Googled you this week đź‘€
It may feel like an invasion of privacy, but unfortunately It’s the new normal. Whether you’re joining a committee, selling something locally, dating again, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up online.
Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.
Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you – or someone you care about – to clean up outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.
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