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July/Aug 2020
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Features
10 CREATIVE WORK MATTERS
18 EXPERIENCE GARDEN CITY
Departments
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HANDLE
Zen Fox Strategies
40 GARDEN CITY Molding Creativity
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FREESTYLE
Skyline MX Park/ Event Center
42 REAL ESTATE Browse Houses for Sale Today
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PASSION & CREATIVITY
A CALL FOR COOPERATION
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ROOTS
FREESTYLE
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DINING GUIDE
BEER & WINE
Simple Bites
Skip the Tourist Traps and Head to These Gems Instead
Spoke Dear Greenbelt Readers! Here at Greenbelt Magazine, we take our community very seriously. We believe that it is incredibly important, now more than ever, to maintain a positive line of support for our family, friends, neighbors, and community members. That is why we are so excited to jump back onto the stands with a fresh set of stories to share—stories of hope, love, excitement, and support. With all going on, many of us have turned to new hobbies like art, music, dance, and writing. We’re proud to share the art of some incredibly talented Idahoans that are on display at Idaho Made, as well as what musicians are doing to adapt without live concerts and closing venues. Meet Molli Anderson, mask-making mom extraordinaire and Michael Bond, a Boise-area nurse who is rising to the challenge. From custom concrete work with Molding Mud to a day-time adventure at Skyline MX Park and Event Center, there are tales from all around the Valley that inspire hope and enliven the soul. Read about 19 Love Stories and revel in the benevolence of humanity and how we are all truly in this together. There is so much that we can’t wait to share with you in this issue! Thank you for your continued support. Stay safe and stay well, Treasure Valley!
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A Guide to New Bars and Breweries
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Treasure Valley Women’s Lacrosse League
38 DWELL IT
Molli, the MaskMaking Mom
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CONTRIBUTORS
July/Aug 2020
REBECCA EVANS
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CHELSEA CHAMBERS
MONICA PIERCE is an author and ghostwriter for executives, inf luencers, and individuals. Visit MonicaPierceServices.com to learn how she can help you tell your story.
is a writer, decorated veteran, and mentors teenage girls in the juvenile system. She lives in Idaho with her three sons.
ERIKA HEEREN
BARB LAW SHELLEY
NORRIS KRUEGER
RASE LITTLEFIELD
is an Idaho native with a passion for beautiful art, delicious foods, and good vibes. She enjoys spending her free time outdoors with her dogs and friends, as well as reading, writing, and painting.
is an award-winning writer, speaker, and entrepreneur. She is an advocate for military family issues, and enjoys sharing stories from local businesses.
is a graduate from Boise State University; she has degrees in Psychology, Editing, and Rhetoric. She plans to pursue a career that combines two of her passions: writing and nature.
is a passionate public relations and communications professional whose goal is to develop collaborative relationships through her work.
juggles helping entrepreneurs, researching them, and occasionally trying to be one. Passionate about entrepreneurs, innovation, Idaho, and the future!
I’m an Idaho native currently living in Boise. Photography is not only my passion, but my profession. I love capturing emotion and creating stories with every photograph.
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VERONICA LEMASTER
EMMA THOMPSON
is a student at Boise State studying journalism and art. She hopes to combine her passion for writing and fashion into a career.
is a graduate of Boise State with degrees in Photography and Marketing. She has experience in event, sports, commercial, and lifestyle photography.
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ANDREW COUSSENS
Proud mother and author of the book The Price of Silence: A Mom’s Perspective on Mental Illness was a “Books for a Better Life” award winner.
is a graduate from the University of Arizona with a degree in journalism. He spent 11 years as a medic for a federal unit before working counter terrorism overseas.
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A DA P T I N G TO THE NEW I N DU ST RY
Musicians Share Their Stories With shows and events cancelled around the world, have you been wondering how musical artists are adapting to this new strange world? Bands…how are you making ends meet? STORY//PHOTOGRAPHY AARON MICHAEL AND AMANDA DONALDSON OF MUSICMONDAYS208
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FARBETTERCLOSEBY Covid19 has been crazy for the both of us! (Band Members) Jared and Hannah are both essential workers, but Scott has been lucky enough to work from home. One good thing about this stay at home order, is that we get to stay at home and write more music! Something we have needed to set time aside for and with the covid 19 we were able to do that! COLTON JAROMA (KID.CATAPULT) I’m lucky enough to be working during this tough time. When I’m not working, I’m at home enjoying quality time with my kids. I saw a couple artists performing live streams and thought it was a great way to be able to give back to the local scene and still have that artistic outlet when it otherwise wouldn’t be possible. So, with a huge help from MusicMondays208 and The Handlebar we were able to get Stay At Home Spotlight started and it’s becoming a pretty popular stream! DUSTIN MORRIS I'm doing a big push of a video I'm dropping called Going To Make It Through This. It deals with the realization of not being able to shake a stranger's hand or hug a friend. I miss that a lot and don't think I'm alone. I guess that would be my statement is I took going places freely. I used to complain about crowds. Now I truly miss it. I miss shaking hands with strangers and hugging my friends. THE PHETS I've been writing a lot, playing guitar, playing the drums, and spending time outdoors. It's been very humbling adjusting to the slower pace of things. I am
He/Lium She/Lium
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I've been practicing like crazy, trying to get better at singing melody while playing a bass line. Really honing my craft. And been playing Minecraft.
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truly excited to experience live music again and am incredibly thankful for the healthcare workers on the front lines for bringing that dream closer to a reality. - Cam Elgart I've been practicing like crazy, trying to get better at singing melody while playing a bass line. Really honing my craft. And been playing Minecraft. - Hayden McCandless I’ve been having a lot of time to write more and take more wake and hikes. It’s been actually really nice for me to decompress and just have time to think. Also, I have been playing Breath of the Wild again! - Thomas Salazar BILLIE NIMBUSON My experience with the COVID-19 lockdown has been simultaneously a weird and beautiful one. All of this has given me a change in perspective and has in many ways inspired me to continue working on both my music and myself as a person. With bars, restaurants, music venues, etcetera being closed, I have been witnessing everyone's true colors. I have seen impatience and bitterness come out of many people but I have TARYN SEATTLE also seen an overwhelming amount of kindness and support from many more. Overall, people have been more appreciative of what they have, a change in our society I believe has been long overdue and it is breathtaking!
The shutdown has given me what every artist slightly dreads but deeply loves: solitude.
TREVOR VILLAGRANA OF YOUNG.PLANETARY Quarantine for me has been super weird. I’ve been out of work since the middle of March so I’ve had a ton of time to just sit and reflect and try and figure out what life is going to look like after all this. Which is why I was really thankful I got to play the Stay Home Spotlight. The band hadn’t played a show since late January so it was nice to get up there and play some songs, even if it was just by myself. But I’m really looking forward to getting back on stage with the boys. What’s funny is that we have stayed insane busy behind the scenes getting ready to drop our locations I can’t place, EP so this downtime has really flown by. 12
DARIAN RENEE The COVID19 shutdown has affected us all in different ways. It has by no means been a vacation for anyone. I was pretty stressed when the first stay at home order hit, I had to cancel 3 months of national touring and lost thousands of dollars in revenue. Fortunately, I have always produced music remotely and have been able to fall back on this. Isolation has been tough but I’ve found a silver lining in creating and honing skills from home. LOBO LARA During quarantine I focused on writing music and nothing else, everyday day for 3 weeks I would get up do my morning routine and go straight to music. I would go from 9 to 6 and focus on finishing songs, touching up songs and starting new material. Switching like that allows me to work for a long time. Honestly, I think this time allowed me to forget about my day job and go all out. I feel like some of my best songs on my upcoming album were written during lockdown. CHASE CHANDLER OF MAINS AND MONITORS Coronavirus shutdown has been mind-numbing and difficult. Recording music with the extra time has been great but performing is such a big part of what I love about music. The shutdown has really made me evaluate what matters to me in life, and if anything, it’s driven me to take music even more seriously and pursue it even further. HE/LIUM SHE/LIUM Rocky Wing and Ari Wing We just entered the music scene in August. We love it! From August until the quarantine, we were booking shows every weekend, sometimes 2-3 times per weekend. We were excited that we made the cut for TreeFort and even started booking shows for after TreeFort. And then it all shut down! We have been taking advantage of all the live stream platforms, at the Lounge at the End of the Universe, and even through Pulse Radio at Boise State. Although we love these opportunities, it is not the same. We miss the community, meeting new people, and supporting the other artists. Playing live is one of our favorite things to do in Boise. We cannot wait to get back out there! QUINN FILLMORE OF SPORTSCOURT During quarantine I’ve actually stayed quite busy working as a good and grocery delivery driver. Having the ability to do so, I felt like I needed to play at least some small part in helping out so long as I was taking seriously the necessary precautions
to minimize my potential for spreading the virus. A lot of private delivery services have been a super great tool for keeping people fed and small restaurants alive during such wild times. I have actually been pleasantly surprised by the amount of people who have been ordering locally. It’s just nice to know that even when anxiety and tension seems to be at a worldwide peak people are still finding it in there hearts to have some sort of positive impact, even if it’s just ordering takeout from that hometown joint down the street who doesn’t have the corporate dynamic to fall back on. TARYN SEATTLE The shutdown has given me what every artist slightly dreads but deeply loves: solitude. All this quiet has given me this strange opportunity to reflect, dig deep and create. A lot of it has honestly been spent working through inner demons and finding something new. I’ve put off the self-reflection process for so long and this finally forced me to do it. I’ve gained a deeper appreciation for performing too. I didn’t realize how much I would miss connecting with a real audience, all that energy in a room during a show. ¢
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Perry and Schert volunteer each Saturday at the Boise Farmer’s Market, supporting local entrepreneurs and farmers and firmly encourage all those around them to shop local and share the love.
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CREATIVE WORK MATTERS
Supporting Community with Brett Perry and John Michael Schert BY MCCALE ASHENBRENER
PHOTOGRAPHY EMMA THOMPSON
This pandemic has left us all feeling unsettled, vacillating between acceptance and fear. We have felt gratitude for the forced slow down which allows us to embrace the present, simplify our lives, and see more clearly what brings joy and what merely distracts. Then plunged into an acute existential dread at what this pandemic is doing to our new sense of normal, where a hug from a friend is a dangerous thing, our balance and boundaries are wearing thin, and menacing economic uncertainty darkens everything. For John Michael Schert and Brett Perry, supporting community, creative work and paying it forward has illuminated a path forward in these challenging times. Like all of us, Schert and Perry had big plans before the abrupt halt that is coronavirus. Both work with Treefort and March 9th, when the decision was made to reschedule the festival, they sensed the momentous disruption covid-19 would cause. Perry, a dancer for local company LED and several other choreographers around the country, had an exciting summer tour across the US cancelled while Schert, a creative leadership consultant, had to shelve a leadership project he had just finalized in the Middle East. Schert remembers “feeling that we immediately needed to redeploy all of our energies and skills to our community by creating networks of support.” Schert, along with the Treefort Leadership team, Velma V. Morrison Center for the Performing Arts and Boise City Department of Arts and History created the Covid Cultural Commissioning Fund (CCC).
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During the shelter-in-place they have also become more grounded, literally, growing food in conjunction with Meadowlark farm.
The CCC is an award program to provide funding for the creation of individual works exploring, documenting and/or reflecting on personal experiences of the COVID-19 pandemic and its impact on our community. The goals of this fund are to support creative livelihoods during crisis, but also to encourage creative self-expression and document this extraordinary time. Schert and Perry both feel deeply that creative work matters, and this pandemic has exposed our interconnectedness and need for collective expression. Shert asserts, “It is crucial to put the creative sector into decision making roles. We need to use creative work as a catalyst to change the narrative and formulate ideas and solutions for how we innovate our way out of this pandemic.” During the shelter-in-place they have also become more grounded, literally, growing food in conjunction with Meadowlark farm. Perry started an FSA, friend supported agriculture, and started sharing his bounty and knowledge with those around him. This pandemic has shown us that community isn’t just our family and friends, it is also our neighbors and favorite shops. “We’ve lived in our house for nine years and we really hadn’t gotten to know our neighbors. Now we have a community greenhouse and our alley has become the gathering place for the neighborhood as we do gardening and home improvement projects.” Perry and Schert volunteer each Saturday at the Boise Farmer’s Market, supporting local entrepreneurs and farmers and firmly encourage all those around them to shop local and share the love. “We realize we are privileged to still have one income and the means to help,” says Schert. 16
“We believe it is our duty to use that privilege to help others. Community is a web of vertical and horizontal connections. Vertical are systems like health care and career and horizontal is our relationship to each other. When the vertical is failing us, it is our horizontal bonds of humanity that will keep us afloat.” ¢ To learn more about the Covid Commissioning Fund go to www.treefortmusicfest.com/ccc. Donations are graciously accepted here.
BY ERIKA HEEREN PHOTOGRAPHY RACE LITTLEFIELD
Local Business & Recreation in a Thriving Community Like much of the Treasure Valley, Garden City has seen substantial growth and change in recent years. The community that runs along the Boise River and only takes up 4.2 square miles is undergoing an evolution of sorts, and it's something to see. From unique dining and recreation to arts and local shopping options - there's something for everyone in Garden City. PUSH & POUR Start your day with a great cup of coffee and a delightful breakfast! Located on 34th Street, Push & Pour offers quality coffee and breakfast food items from 7 am to 6 pm on Monday through Friday and 8 am to 6 pm on Saturday & Sunday. Guests can enjoy their coffee to go, or stay for bright, fun dÊcor and chill vibes that set the scene for conversation among friends. Visit www.pushandpour.com for more information. ESTHER SIMPLOT PARK After your breakfast, enjoy a stroll through Esther Simplot Park. The park, located in the heart of Garden City, provides access to the beautiful Greenbelt area and features a variety of recreation opportunities for families, kayakers, and surfers. Enjoy a scenic stroll or bike ride along the Boise River, or reserve a pavilion for your special event. For more information about Esther Simplot Park, visit: www.cityof boise.org.
34TH STREET MARKET
YARDARM -OWNER, GUY MIDNIGHT
If you've ever wanted to try river surfing, you can head down to the Greenbelt and give it a shot! Visit www.idahosurfassociation. org and www.boisewhitewaterpark.com for details, closures, and more. YARDARM Have you worked up an appetite with all of that surfing? Head right off the river to The Yardarm. The Yardarm is truly a unique feature for the Treasure Valley. Drawing inspiration from the beach bar surfer vibes that you would expect in Mexico or Costa Rica. Established next to Corridor Surf Shop, the open-concept bar was created out of an upcycled shipping container and features a wide selection of beer, wine, and a food truck with the best tacos in Boise – if you ask the owner, Guy Midnight. Perfect for summer, The Yardarm is open from 4 pm to 9 pm. You can find more information on The Yardarm Facebook page: www.facebook.com/yardarmboise. 34TH STREET MARKET On the right day, you can round out your day shopping, and experiencing local arts at the 34th Street Market is a unique fixture in the Garden City community. Every week features new events and opportunities to explore a new facet of Idaho life. From concerts, the Capital City Public Market, events, and local art features – there's always something new to experience at the 34th Street Market. The market is open on Wednesdays from 5 pm to 9 pm, and Saturdays from 9 am to 9 pm, and you can find the latest updates on the 34th Street Market Facebook page: www.facebook. com/34thStreetMarket.
GREENBELT MARKET After your explorations in the park, pop into Greenbelt Market for lunch! Greenbelt Market features a selection of local goods, sandwiches, and cold beverages for those out enjoying the Boise River area. The mezzanine is also home to Idaho Media, and other businesses. For more information about Greenbelt Market, visit www.greenbeltmarket.com. BOISE WHITEWATER PARK After lunch, why not try a little surfing? It's no secret that Idaho is a whitewater recreation epicenter, and the local parks in Garden City are no different. The Idaho Surf Association, in conjunction with the City of Boise, Friends of the Park, the JAK Albertson Foundation, and private donors, have brought whitewater surfing and kayaking opportunities right in our backyard.
LOVE FOR GARDEN CITY IS STRONG IN LOCAL BUSINESS COMMUNITY At each of these places, you'll find the owners and organizers on-site working with the customers. You'll have an opportunity to get to know them and their stories, a testament to genuine Treasure Valley hospitality. You'll find a common theme among all of the entrepreneurs - a love and passion for growth in the community around them. "Garden City community is really a great neighborhood. People here are very nice they look out for each other. Anything you need, you can find here," Guy Midnight of The Yardarm explained. 19
BOISE WHITEWATER PARK
GREENBELT MARKET, CORPORATE LUNCH CAPITAL CITY PUBLIC MARKET, IN 34TH STREET MARKET
"It has been amazing to see the increase in interest in river surfing [in Garden City] and beyond. It can be easy to try, and wave riders have a strong connection with the river, the waves, and their community," noted Loren Kaehn of the Idaho Surf Association. "We're still in the surreal phase of being part of such a chill and gorgeous location. The residents and neighborhood businesses have embraced us with such kindness and gratitude. I love it. It's a tipping point for my family," says Tia Markland-Crabtree, owner of The Greenbelt Market.¢ For the best of summer in the Treasure Valley, you need to experience everything Garden City offers. For more information about local businesses and activities in Garden City, follow Greenbelt Magazine on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ Greenbelt.Magazine.Â
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MA R I E& PASSION STO NE CREATIVITY BY CHELSEA CHAMBERS PHOTOGRAPHY KIMBERLEE MILLER
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rt is a reflection of the spirit looking back at the self. A way that we share our creative energies with the world through words, music, dance, painting, sculpting, crafting—creating. Idaho Made, located at 108 N. 6th Street in downtown Boise, is filled with handmade items and gifts that help illustrate the creative spirit of the people of Idaho. With a rotating selection of unique products, it’s worth making multiple trips into Idaho Made all year long! From candles to baby clothes, Idaho Made has something for everyone. Several somethings for everyone! COVID Changes and Updates With all that is going on, though, it is important to address changes to Idaho Made’s typical business operations. The store will have limited hours (Wed-Thurs from 12-4; Fri-Sat from 10-6; Sun from 11-3). They will also be limiting the store occupancy to six customers at a time. All artists will be wearing masks and they encourage customers to do so as well. They are not accepting cash for the time being. 22
Meet the Artists With almost every available inch filled with fun gifts, their list of contributing artists is a lengthy one. Fortunately, we were able to track down a few of them and get the insider information on their process and what it’s like being an artist. Rick and Denise Korman The Kormans bring a unique spin on art and home with the LadyBug Studios, offering interior landscape plants, small farm products (like hops and olive oil), and plant science education. “When the Great Recession of 2008 hit, we decided to make lemonade from lemons, and our gardening passion, became Lady Bug Studios. We took our love of growing all kinds of succulents and cactuses to sharing and selling at local farmer markets and Idaho Made,” explained the Kormans. “We provide enthusiasts with plants, resources, instruction, education and inspiration. Our arty potted houseplants and homegrown products promote health, wellness, and wellbeing. Everything is sustainable, additive and chemical-free.”
We don’t often think of gardening when we think of art, but the act of gardening is inherently creative and expressive and something worth sharing! Check them out online at ladybug-studios.com and at Idaho Made today! Holly McNeal Idaho native, McNeal is a photographer and artist in a variety of ways, but for Idaho Made focuses predominantly on her wooden jewelry collection of rings, bracelets, earrings, and more. These handmade pieces are the perfect addition to any outfit—from day in the park to night on the town. For McNeal and her husband, Boise is an absolute dream and they are exactly where they want to be, exploring their hobbies and spoiling their two dogs. McNeal hopes to expand her client-base but is perfectly comfortable going with the organic and natural flow of the art world. “I love collaborating with other artisans & local businesses to create opportunities to make and create something new and to be able to throw it out to the world and say ‘hey, look what we did as a community, enjoy!’” McNeal’s art can be found at Idaho Made and online at ERJDesignBoise.com. Rob Ingram Rob is the co-founder of Ting Glass Creations and a training manager at Idaho Made, among a myriad of other artistic pursuits like lampwork glass art, Ingram definitely knows how to keep busy. What started as a creative pursuit in their freetime has evolved into what is now Ting Glass Creations, which began in 2012, showcasing a growing collection of small glass sculptures and pendants. But as with all things art, the gallery began to grow and evolve into something much more than a modest collection of small glasswares and their products can now be found at Idaho Made and online. Check them out on Facebook @tingscreationglass and on their Etsy shop @tingscreations. Or visit the Tings Creations blog to see how some of the glass art is made! There is a creative pursuit of passion that lives in the heART and soul of us all. We each have something beautiful to share with the world, and Idaho Made is one of those magical places that displays the passionate dedication of Idaho for all to see. Come experience the wonder of creativity firsthand at Idaho Made. ¢
There is a creative pursuit of passion that lives in the heART and soul of us all.
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ith seven years of experience ER as being at quadruple capacity with beds as an ER nurse at St. Luke’s in in hallways, patients and staff all infected Boise plus additional terms as a with COVID-19, and limited supplies and travelling nurse, Michael Bond knew what was equipment which precluded staff from coming when news of the COVID-19 outbreak saving lives. At times they were operating began to spread. At the time, he was in a under disaster triage which meant having to short-term contract working as an ER nurse prioritize those who could be saved and let go at St. Luke’s in Twin Falls but that contract of those who could not be. Those who were was coming to an end in April. Bond found part of the second wave of medical staff told himself in a unique position to go where he was Bond their primary duties had been the safe needed most: New York City. Already having removal of bodies. to distance himself from friends and family because of his work BY MONICA PIERCE PHOTOGRAPHY EMMA THOMPSON on the frontlines in Twin Falls, Bond and his wife agreed that having him thousands of miles away in New York might actually be less of a burden. So, once their decision was made, Bond left almost immediately.
A CALL FOR COOPERATION
Along with hundreds of other medical professionals from around the country, Bond joined the COVID-19 support effort through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). He arrived in New York City on April 15 as part of the fourth wave of medical staff that had been brought in by FEMA.
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After a day of orientation, he and the other new arrivals waited in their designated hotel near Times Square until the COVID-19 cases determined where they were needed. Bond was assigned a position working in the ER and ICU at Coney Island Hospital where much of the regular staff were unable to work, having contracted the virus themselves during the initial wave. “I was prepared for the worst,” says Bond, “but by the time I got there, the Shelter in Place order was starting to have an effect and the number of patients in the hospitals was decreasing. Plus, there was more help coming in from all over the country, so it fortunately wasn’t the warzone scenario I had prepared for.” However, many of the people Bond worked with had been there a few weeks earlier and were stricken from what they had experienced. Bond recounts stories from those who were part of the first wave, how they described the
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Although it was a more manageable scene by the time of his arrival, Bond still worked with many COVID-19 patients. He specifically recalls a female staff member of the hospital who contracted the virus. What struck him most in her case wasn’t just her experience - going on assisted ventilation, her body not tolerating it and eventually deteriorating - but the way it impacted her friends and coworkers.
is drastically lower, so many people aren’t taking the virus seriously,” Bond reflects. “And it’s unfortunate how divisive this has made everyone. It’s become so political. I think about all the men and women I worked with in New York and how inspiring it was to rally together and help as best we could. I hope as a community here in Idaho we can learn from that and all do our part, too.”
“We’ve all seen the numbers and it’s easy to dismiss them but behind each case is a great deal of people who have been affected by the loss of a friend or loved one,” says Bond. After serving at Coney Island Hospital for a few weeks, Bond is now back home in Boise with his wife and two young children. He is no longer working on the frontlines and is glad to be laying low with his family for the time being. Like many of us, he’s cautiously optimistic that the worst is over, but is concerned about what the next few months might hold.
As we hope to mitigate the economic and social impacts of COVID-19 by slowly reopening businesses, it’s important to not force or way “back to normal.” From offices to restaurants to schools to travel… it’s clear that nothing will be the same as it was before. There will in fact be a new normal in all aspects of our lives. It is our responsibility as a community to follow the plans and measures that have been put in place and to support each other in the process, with Bond and his coworkers as a powerful example to us all. ¢
“After experiencing the gravity of the situation in New York, it was surreal coming back to Idaho where, because our number of cases
To learn more about Idaho’s plans and guidance for our community, visit rebound.idaho.gov.
“After experiencing the gravity of the situation in New York, it was surreal coming back to Idaho where, because our number of cases is drastically lower, so many people aren’t taking the virus seriously.”
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ZEN FOX STRATEGIES Traction mastery for your business BY MCCALE ASHENBRENER PHOTOGRAPHY EMMA THOMPSON
Taking the entrepreneurial leap is daunting. It is great fun to sit on the shore and brainstorm, but incredibly challenging to leave solid ground and jump into the cool, rushing waters of the unknown. Many that embark on an entrepreneurial endeavor find that eventually their initial pace of growth slows and they hit a ceiling. They are no longer headed downstream, but are rather recirculating in a big eddy, coming close to flow but not quite. Enter Nathen Fox of Zen Fox Strategies. Nathen is an Entrepreneurial Operating System® (EOS®) Implementer that helps businesses clarify, simplify and achieve their goals. EOS® was created by Gino Wickman, and he is the founder of EOS® Worldwide. The central tenants of EOS® are vision, traction and healthy. Vision: getting everyone on the same page about where the company is going and how it is going to get there. Tr act ion: bu i ld i ng d i sc ipl i ne a nd accountability, executing really well to achieve that vision. Healthy: building a trusting, cohesive leadership teams that guides the rest of the organization. Nathen has been helping companies grow for his entire career. “I’ve worked with over 30 companies before EOS® and was seeing the same mistakes time and time again,” he recalls. “EOS® is a proven system because it helps business owners focus and simplify. It’s the hardest thing for owners/entrepreneurs to do because they are reading/listening to all these books/blogs/podcasts telling them all the great 26
things they need to do to “fix” their business. Really, it’s just about simplifying and focusing. What we like to say a lot in EOS® is ‘less is more’, and we work to put that into practice.” Often the simplest solution is the hardest to implement. According to Nathen the biggest challenges facing growing companies are people, processes and vision. It is frustrating to work with an ineffective manager or coworker, and even more trying if you feel your skills as an employee aren’t realized. “EOS® borrows a Jim Collins term, “Right People, Right Seats”. We provide tools and disciplines to expose the people issues, analyze them, and then work to get the right people in the right seats,” states Nathen. “Most of my clients get to at least 95% right people, right seats by the end of their first year.” Another challenge is process. Businesses often overcomplicate processes with too much detail, leading teams to rarely read and effectively use the established process. “Businesses must create consistency and scalability in their operations while maintaining or increasing profits. Again, this is about simplifying, less is more!” asserts Nathen. The third challenge facing growing companies is vision. “Some companies create an elaborate vision, and it’s so complicated, nobody in the company remembers it. We work to clearly articulate the vision and have everyone 100% agree on it; then, we work to communicate that vision with the entire company. Imagine, everyone in the company rowing in the same direction....when you achieve this, a kind of synergy occurs, and walla! progress!”
Circling in an eddy, revisiting the same challenges in different contexts time and time again, is an issue that affects many growing companies, even the successful ones. Zen Fox Strategies helps break through the stagnant waters that impede growth by clarifying, simplifying and achieving vision, ultimately helping organizations enter the flow of more growth and vitality. ¢
To learn more about Zen Fox Strategies and how EOS® can help benefit your business visit, www.zenfoxstrategies.com, call 208.576.4915 or email info@zenfoxstrategies.com
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SKYLINE MX PARK/ EVENT CENTER A place for the whole family BY CHELSEA CHAMBERS PHOTOGRAPHY EMMA THOMPSON
Two hundred pounds of powerful metal sits beneath you; the sound of revving engine fill the air. Ahead lies an empty dirt trail—the seemingly endless space between you and the horizon beckons as you plunge forward. With precision and skill, you’re able to navigate the high-speed machine over hills and around corners—the feeling of speed and the ability to control such a powerful machine is what got many into the sport of motocross. Idaho native, Ricki Sattler, has been working to perfect the Skyline MX Park and Event Center for years. After spending more than 20 years in the Navy, he returned to Idaho to be with family. The initial thought for Skyline came about while he was helping out at an event, and he jumped at the chance. Skyline has over 80 acres and 9 active tracks, making it safe to say that he has his hands full. Sattler spends hours tending the tracks, ensuring the watering system is working properly, and aims to keep dust levels down to increase visibility and safety. “Dust abatement is one of the biggest problems, but we haven’t had any complaints thus far,” Sattler explained. While flying down these dirt tracks, rising dust is a natural occurrence, but with a sprinkler system in place, he is able to help combat the dust. “Overall, safety is paramount here,” said Sattler. “It’s well maintained. There’s no ruts, rocks, or holes. We’ve created a true “family environment” for all skill levels. And unlike other places, you don’t have to be a member, but we do offer annual VIP family and single passes. We also offer military and senior discounts.” 28
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THE TRACKS ARE SET UP FOR VARIOUS MACHINES SO THERE IS TRULY SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE—OHVS UTVS, KARTS, QUADS, AND MOTORBIKES.
And for such a fast-paced sport on heavy equipment, it takes a lot of dedication to ensure that the tracks are up-to-par for Sattler and his staff. The tracks are set up for various machines so there is truly something for everyone—OHVs UTVS, karts, quads, and motorbikes. “My goal for the future is to get my snack shack open and running. I’d like to offer breakfast, lunch, and dinner as well as a beer and wine bar” with riding restrictions of course. Sattler plans to make Skyline a place for the whole family to hang out for the day. Skyline is open 7 days a week to the VIP pass holders and three days a week for non-pass holders: Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday. Skyline offers practice tracks as well as providing an event space for races. For those interested in any upcoming events or races can join up to the day of the event. ¢
To see a list of upcoming events, visit their website at skylineparkidaho.com or follow them on Facebook on Instagram (@SKYLINEPEC). Skyline MX Park and Event Center is located at 20620 South Pleasant Valley Road in Kuna!
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SIMPLE BITES Fresh, local grab-n-go foods go national BY MCCALE ASHENBRENER PHOTOGRAPHY EMMA THOMPSON
It is never the perfect time to start a business. There is either too much competition, or the market is uncertain for your product. The economy is either booming leading toward bust, or the economic lull makes the risk daunting. Beth Alpaugh, owner of Simple Bites and It’s All About You catering, has weathered many storms in her entrepreneurial career. Alpaugh’s first endeavor was a coffee shop in Harris Ranch, a subdivision that ceased development just months after she opened. “I needed to be creative to keep going. I am a very hard worker and I refuse to fail! I dug my heels in, used my skills and kept growing slow and steady.” She was able to open a second shop two 30
years later and after much interest from customers she made the leap into the catering business. “During the last economic upheaval in 2008 we grew our business into one of the largest caterers in the valley.” Seven years later she forged ahead into the wholesale business and created Simple Bites, which offers fresh deli grab-n-go items, heat-n eat meals and fresh baked goods. “We were all set to launch our frozen meal line at the yearly food show this past March to 600 convenience stores and then COVID crashed my two-year endeavor!” Alpaugh laments. “I had to take a deep breath, pray and stretch the pennies to hang on.” Luckily business has picked up and she is preparing to offer her frozen line of products nationally. In a sea of big manufacturers that use factory settings to create the pre-packaged sandwiches, wraps, baked goods and frozen meals we see at convenience stores, schools, hospitals, airports, coffeeshops, etc. Simple Bites stands alone as a fresh alternative. “We do not add additional preservatives to the food to extend the shelf life, we hand slice, hand make and hand pack daily.” This family run-business is housed in a 13,800 sq. ft. USDA facility in Meridian that is very community-focused. “We choose different charities to donate our time, supplies and/or resources. All of my staff have very big hearts and when we find a need we are there to help where we can.” Alpaugh is not one to let the grass grow under her feet. Her motto is “if I am comfortable then the business is not growing!” As if a thriving catering business and wholesale division was not enough, Simple Bites Meals also offers a complete online meal service with grilling boxes and frozen meals available for pick up or shipped to your front door. This alternative comes in handy if your quarantine menu is feeling a little drab. In these strange and challenging times Alpaugh reflects that “fear will not solve anything. My biggest advice to struggling entrepreneurs is to diversify money flow. You need money coming from different avenues so you are not dependent on any one client or one source of income. Find your niche! Be passionate!” Resilience, flexibility and grit have helped Alpaugh weather much inclement weather in her 18 years as a successful entrepreneur. As Simple Bites turns its gaze to a national market, she is looking forward to a brightening horizon. ¢ Learn more about her catering at itsallaboutyoucatering.net, Simple Bites meal delivery at simplebitesmeals.com, and Simple Bites wholesale atsimplebitesidaho.com.
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19 LOVE STORIES Photographer Angie Smith reminds us though apart, we are together BY MCCALE ASHENBRENER PHOTOGRAPHY ANGIE SMITH
This pandemic has unlocked a strange confluence of emotions as each “household,” cozied in their respective quarantine, bears witness to unimaginable suffering on the nightly news. There is dissonance between our personal circumstance and the tragedy that is unfolding across the nation, a disconnect between the beauty of an Idaho Spring bursting forth through iris and syringa and a mounting death toll with no clear light at the end of the tunnel. Angie Smith, a photographer and storyteller who has worked with New York Times Magazine, Time, WIRED, and The Atlantic, waited for almost two weeks in her Boise
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bench apartment for results from her Covid-19 test on March 14th. During that time, she saw social media posts of people doing beautiful things to help one another as the pandemic worsened. She created 19 Love Stories to document the people behind the benevolent acts and tell the real, human stories about how people are thinking, feeling and processing this unprecedented time. “Part of my motivation was to make kindness more contagious,” recalls Smith. “And inspire people to do little things to help each other.” Through 19 Love Stories we meet Carol and Kelli, who have made approximately 7,000 masks as of May 18 and have sent 1,00 to Navajo Nation and hundreds more to the Idaho Migrant Council, Jesse Tree, nursing homes, schools and businesses. “I’ve taken this time very personally. [Making masks] is an opportunity for me to save one of my kids or one of my students.” Smith introduces us to Jennifer and her son Brayton who are living day to day in a hotel, displaced by the coronavirus. “[Brayton’s] little fiveyear life has been tough but you wouldn’t be able to tell by looking at him. I tell him: the harder it is, the bigger the adventure, the bigger the outcome, the brighter the light is at the end of the tunnel.” There is also Jeff and Rachel who started city bear hunt of Boise as a way to create outdoor experiences for kids that observe safe social distancing practices while also raising money to support our communities. “People are doing things that they feel are right in their heart. The moment is there and the timing is right.” Also Kris and Remi, of the former State and Lemp restaurant, who were poised to open the doors in their next venture, Kin. They became founding partners in City of Good, a joint initiative that is currently making and delivering meals free-of-charge to those in need. Smith has been able to directly help people by featuring them in 19 Love Stories, highlighting their cause or struggle and sharing how people can donate and support them. Ultimately, she wants “to create a physical exhibition for the City of Boise once we are able to be outside again.” Like her powerful personal projects Stronger Shines the Light Inside and Open Air Archive, her stories help us gain insight and empathy into the unique circumstance and perspective of our neighbors as we all navigate this new normal, a strong reminder that even though we are apart, we are all in this together. ¢
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Smiling, The Amazing Life Hack Everyone knows smiling has benefits beyond showing happiness. One of the best benefits of smiling is it reduces stress, and these days, everyone can use a little relief in that department. But how does the act of smiling actually reduce stress? Studies have shown that smiling, even if you’re not really feeling happy, can help lower heart rates during stressful activities or feelings. What’s the big deal? Stress is usually associated with increased heart rates and blood pressure, so smile while you’re running from that bear and you’ll feel better. There are emotional benefits to smiling as well. When you’re feeling down or anxious, smiling, even a forced smile, can improve your mood. Who knows, maybe it will even help you meet someone. Which leads me to another benefit – better relationships. Let’s face it, people who smile a lot are more attractive, and I don’t only mean in a romantic way. If you’re going to hang out with someone, do you feel more drawn to the person who is smiling and laughing, or the person who looks like they just stepped out of an old-West, straight-faced photograph? See what I mean?
Your smile is like an amazing life hack that supports your overall health as well as your oral health. Take care of your teeth and you’ll feel more confident, you’ll smile more and you’ll feel good. Really!
Like many, Smith has lost her sources of income as all photo shoots have been cancelled. She relies on community support to fund this project. To learn more and consider donating visit: www.patreon. com/19lovestories, and check out 19 Love Stories on Instagram @19lovestories and Facebook.
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TREASURE VALLEY WOMEN’S LACROSSE LEAGUE “Back East” sport of choice gaining popularity in Idaho BY ERIKA HEEREN PHOTOGRAPHY EMMA THOMPSON
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Lacrosse, a popular sport on the upper east coast, is rapidly gaining traction in the Treasure Valley. For the last sixteen years, the Treasure Valley Women’s Lacrosse League has been empowering local high school level girls to succeed both on and off the field. Currently, the league consists of 350 players from twelve high schools and is growing every year. But the impact of the game is already showing in the leaders it produces. You have to be smart to play lacrosse. No matter what position you’re playing, as soon as the ball starts moving – you’re twenty yards down the field and playing a different position. You’re learning to move with your teammate, it’s a great metaphor for life,” says League President Andy Heidelberg. “If you’re a high school girl thinking ‘lacrosse looks too hard, I could never do that’ - my recommendation would be to come out and give it a try. We can get you started throwing and catching in ten minutes.”
As the league has grown, opportunities for the local players has grown as well. Through a great deal of effort from leadership and the players themselves, an increase in the number of local girls competing in national tournaments is increasing. For the first time ever, next year the league will be sending a team comprised of predominately Idaho students to the National High School Tournament. “We’ve seen an unbelievable improvement in level of play and skill growth,” Andy adds. In addition to traveling to larger tournaments out of state, the Treasure Valley Women’s Lacrosse League has hosted the Hot Potato Tournament every year. Every year, an increase in the number of teams traveling to Idaho to play in the tournament shows a growing level of popularity and skill level in the programs offered in our local lacrosse community. For the players, lacrosse provides an opportunity to play, learn valuable leadership skills, and become part of a team. Many of the
students have gone on to play lacrosse at the college level. Some of the league alumni take what they’ve learned, and have brought it back to their local community, like former player and current Boise High School Head Varsity Coach, Michelle Jeffries. “Lacrosse is an immensely rewarding sport. It is a growing sport with a rich and welcoming community and that I would recommend anyone try out or step into. My former teammates are my lifelong friends and I consider some as close as family. Lacrosse is a lifestyle and I've been thankful for it to be part of my life,” Jefferies explained. Part of the league’s success stems from the involvement of local mentors. Andy noted that the number of former players from “Back East” have been eager to get involved and help develop the next generation of players. Community is a core value for the league, and it shows. “Having parents and adults step up that didn't know anything about the sport, but were willing to help out and learn [makes a
difference]. Most of us had no idea what was going on out there on the field - but we saw how much fun the girls were having, what a great culture was getting built, and [we] jumped in to help where we could. I am so glad I was a part of expanding the chances for young women,” noted Kristy Sligar, former Centennial High School Girls Lacrosse Coach, and current NCAA Women’s Youth Lacrosse Officiate. ¢ For more information about the Treasure Valley Women’s Lacrosse League, or to check out a future game, visit www.tvwll.org.
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MOLLI, THE MASKMAKING MOM Finding hope in adversity BY CHELSEA CHAMBERS PHOTOGRAPHY EMMA THOMPSON
“The day came that my precocious five-year-old held my feet to the fire to assure her that with all the changes happening, things were going to be ok. Within that same moment, I wasn’t even sure if I said it, that I would believe it. That same day I came across a passage from Thomas Carlyle: ‘He who has health has hope, he who has hope, has everything.’ At the end of the day, without our health, what do we have? And what else matters when we don’t? Thus, began my search for the hope I was afraid I was losing.” Molli Anderson is an Idaho native, artist, and mother. Her story resonates with so many of us: the search for hope, normalcy, and security in a time where almost none of that is readily available. But rather than stand idly by, Anderson got to work, despite the timeconsuming duty of raising young children, one just six months old. Anderson was taught how to sew by Susan Umhauer, owner of Slips in Boise, and decided to put her skills to good use and provide something absolutely essential to her community and beyond. Channeling her natural creative side, Anderson began making masks—a lot of masks—more than 700 since the pandemic began. “Ever since I began my hopeful attempt, I have been able to provide to small clinics, assisted living facilities near and far, as well as individuals spanning from here to as far as Florida,” Anderson explained. “I have refused to profit from this endeavor and will never charge no matter the request, and with the outpouring of support and donations, I have been able to ‘keep that train rolling.’ I do, however, feel a ‘repayment’ in hope. The hope that I was afraid I felt slipping away. My overall mission is to limit any excuse or hurdle one may have to not have a mask to wear. Wear it for you and yours, me and mine and the future for the good things to come. Now that the levies have broken, we are all in the same boat, and never have I been so proud to be in this ‘pay it forward’ current.” Molli would like to extend a huge thank you to her husband, Steve Rausch, for helping support her mask-making mission and so much more. “I couldn’t accomplish any of this without the support of my better half. My husband has taken on “Daddy duty” after and between running his law practice from our basement.” As we all find new ways to adapt to the strangeness of 2020, remember that there are always superheroes dedicated to helping make the world a better place—one mask at a time. Thank you Molli! ¢ To see more of Molli’s work, visit her website at handmadebymolli.com.
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GARDEN CITY
MOLDING CREATIVITY Molding Mud custom concrete work BY CHELSEA CHAMBERS
PHOTOGRAPHY EMMA THOMPSON
The Owner From wireless internet to custom concrete design work, Dave Daniel has done it all. Daniel, originally from Detroit, got his start in the concrete world while being a partner at a successful wireless internet business. His friend, Clint Isaacson, had been doing concrete work on the side and encouraged Daniel to try it as well. He quickly realized that he had a passion for the creativity and challenge of custom concrete design. After moving around for a while, Daniel decided to return back to Boise, where he had a lot of friends from high school. He set up his shop, Molding Mud, on 44th Street four years ago, and within a year had to upsize to a 9000’ shop on 40th Street, where he is today. What Daniel loves most about his career is two-fold—his employees and his customers. “I have the greatest employees and Mold ing Mud would be nothing without them. Some of these guys have been with me over a decade and followed me from Jackson to Washington and then Boise. I'm so thankful. Second is working with and making clients happy. From coming up with design concepts to the installation day, we strive for excellence. I love collaborating with homeowners, designers, contractors and other trades to accomplish a goal. I've been so lucky to have worked with some over the best over the years. We've had some fun clients including Microsoft, Amazon, Pearl Jam, Chateau St Michelle, Teavana, several actors and actresses, NFL players and are even working on a project now that we will load up in shipping containers and ship over to an island off of Antigua,” Daniel explained.
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“Molding Mud works by f irst gathering information from the client to get our minds around exactly what they are looking for so we can deliver that at the end. A lot of our clients bring us their ideas that they had, or their designers have, and we work form that. We now also offer full design services in house and can take your ideas from concept to reality with 3D renderings. We do everything from one-off powder rooms to full commercial projects. For counters we usually come on site and template or take measurements. We then manufacture everything in the shop and bring back out to install.” Molding Mud offers “counters, sinks, back splash, outdoor kitchens, bathtubs, f ireplace surrounds, wall panels, shower walls, benches, furniture, tables, trim, restoration, replica pieces, and just about anything else you can think of made of concrete. We specialize in complex builds and installs. We just installed a sink with seamless vanity built in that 13.5 feet long and weighed 2100 pounds in Jackson, WY,” Daniel said.
The sky is the limit when it comes to their abilities and your own personal creative design. ¢ For more information about Molding Mud, visit them online at MoldingMud.com, follow them at instagram.com/moldingmud or stop in and check out their showroom at 110 East 40th in Garden City.
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REAL ESTATE 3134 S Millbrook Way
3 BED
2.5 BATH
1473 S Boulder View Lane
1940 ASQ
3 BED
2.5 BATH
2468 ASQ
We have new single-family homes available in Harris Ranch, and are so excited to introduce you to the Winslow! This charming single-level home sits on a spacious corner lot just down the street from the new community pool in Harris Ranch. Perfectly sized to fit all your needs, the Winslow features a cool and masculine interior style complete with highend appliances and designer details, a low-maintenance private outdoor space, and nicely sized secondary bedrooms - one even has its own ensuite!
Style and personality are second nature to the Cutler. This single-level dream home in Warm Springs Village’s Homestead Collection features a rustic yet modern interior style complete with exposed wood beams, dark cabinetry, and the feeling of calm serenity. The built-in tech center makes working from home a breeze, and the back patio is the perfect spot for a fun summertime BBQ! In fact, we love the Cutler so much we made it our model home!
Kami Brant 208.713.1933
Kami Brant 208.713.1933
O2 Real Estate Group
1536 S Boulder View Lane
3 BED
2.5 BATH
O2 Real Estate Group
1530 S Boulder View Lane
2245 ASQ
3 BED
3 BATH
2221 ASQ
Imagine waking up to stunning views of the Foothills from your bedroom window every single day. In the Gemini, that dream becomes a reality, because here in Warm Springs Village, the Foothills are just a way of life. This home’s mid-century modern inspired exterior stands out against the natural beauty that surrounds it but doesn’t overshadow. Designed with you in mind, this single-level stunner features an open-concept floorplan, unique details, high-end appliances, and so much personality!
It only takes one glance to realize that the Anthem is special. This singlelevel home in Warm Springs Village’s Homestead Collection features a bright and inviting farmhouse interior style, complete with built-in shelving and cabinetry flanking the stone fireplace, subway tile kitchen backsplash, and large picture windows in the living room which frame views of the Foothills. The built-in tech center makes a great home office and the luxurious master suite is the perfect place to unwind after a fun-filled East Boise day.
Kami Brant 208.713.1933
Kami Brant 208.713.1933
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O2 Real Estate Group
O2 Real Estate Group
2915 N 32nd St, Boise, ID
1512 W Franklin St, Boise, ID
7618 W Carriage Ln Unit 26
This Northend Mid-Century Bungalow is ideally situated down the street from Sunset Park and enjoys it's place on a large corner lot. 2 Master Suites are joined by a 3rd flex room for dining, WFH office or 3rd bedroom and a total of 3 full baths. The updated kitchen offers slab granite countertops and plentiful storage. The main Master suite is large, with a generous en suite bath with heated floors, dual vanities and solatube lighting, flooding the space with natural light.
In the heart of the North End, this gorgeous 1885 residence provides location, historic character & modern comfort in a picture-perfect Bungalow. Owned by the same family for 48 years, the home has been thoughtfully modernized while retaining the original charm. The kitchen is open to the great room, featuring newer stainless steel appliances & breakfast bar. The detached ~168sf studio provides a quiet space for an artist's retreat, yoga studio, or could potentially be private guest quarters.
Spacious condo located in a central Boise location with easy interstate access just minutes from the Boise Mall. Features a large master bedroom, formal dining and plenty of room for your guests. This condo has a central private patio that lets in lots of natural light. The HOA includes exterior siding, roof and gutter maintenance, snow removal, landscaping and the community pool. Enjoy a carefree lifestyle in a great location! The community pool is open. HOA will not allow investors.
Holly Tastad-Pozel 208-850-6062
Lysi Bishop 208-472-5337
Steve Yates 208-229-2020
Group One Sothebys
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Nai Select, LLC
505 S Shoshone St, Boise, ID
2420 W Anderson St, Boise, ID
3470 N Plantation River Dr, Boise, ID
This authentic mid-century home maintains key elements with essential upgrades & deliberate attention has been given to maintain the styling of days gone by. Refinished wood floors, new carpet, counters, gas cook top, dishwasher, int/ext paint, & 2 gas fireplaces. This two level floor plan is full of natural light & provides the option for separate living quarters in the basement. Nestled in the desirable Depot Bench, you'll find yourself a few minutes from downtown & the Boise airport.
Stunning modern day Dutch Colonial situated in the North End. Located on a corner lot, just blocks from Elm Grove Park. Radiating character throughout including natural hardwood floors, brand new interior paint, new berber carpet, arched doorways, custom cabinets & extensive built-ins. Gourmet kitchen w/ breakfast bar, granite counters, pro-style gas range. Master retreat features 2 walk-in closets, spa-like ensuite w/ dual vanity & marble surround shower. Rare attached 3 car garage! Minutes to downtown.
RARE FIND ON THE RIVER close to downtown Boise! This beautifully updated home has an open plan w an outdoor kitchen & stunning river views. The indoor kitchen has been beautifully updated with new cabinets, granite, stainless steel appliances. Living room offers 12 ft ceilings, gas fireplace, large TV & built in speakers. Large master suite boasts private deck, large tub, walk-in shower, dual vanities & huge closet. The bedroom/den on the main level has an attached bathroom. Walk to town on the greenbelt!
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Silvercreek Realty Group
Jennifer Carr 208-457-5757
Timber & Love Realty, LLC
Matt Bauscher 855-203-2841
Kelley Marks 208-377-0422
W Bent Bow Ct, Boise, ID
3200 N Treasure Dr, Boise, ID
815 E Warm Springs Ave, Boise, ID
Fabulous .50+ acre lot nestled against the foothills, graced by stunning modern architecture! The front courtyard welcomes you into a home filled with natural light and floor-to-ceiling views of the mountains. Phenomenal kitchen with expansive quartz island, all drawers, huge built-in refrigerator, and 6 burner range. The master suite is an oasis, with slider to the private patio-wired and ready for a hot tub. Amazing location for outdoor living, minutes to Quail Hollow Golf Course, parks, & downtown Boise!
You found the treasure on Treasure Drive! This solid, spacious one owner home has a fantastic floor plan, an abundance of gorgeous natural warm wood, & a lovely spacious yard. There is so much opportunity to make it your own. The 1622 square foot expansive garage is sure to please. You will appreciate this quiet, convenient locationjust a few blocks to the Hillside to Hollow Reserve/ foothill trail system & only 2 miles to downtown & the Boise River/ Greenbelt. There's inexpensive irrigation available too!
A notable Warm Springs estate, the Brandt House is celebrated for its long history, distinctive architectural design & magical park-like setting. On the National Register of Historic Places, the home's design was inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright's iconic Prairie style, displayed in the dramatic overhanging eaves, Art Deco elements & beautiful corner windows. As a founding member of the Idaho Botanical Garden, the current steward ensured the property would be a private sanctuary & hallmark of botanical wonder.
Katie Burford 208-861-2555 Keller Williams Realty Boise
Jill Donahue 208-850-7638
Lysi Bishop 208-472-5337 Keller Williams Realty Boise
Ralston Group Properties, LLC
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Eat
Funky Taco $$ 801 W. Bannock St. Boise 208.488.4593 // thefunkytaco.com Tupelo Honey $$ 150 N. 8th St., Suite 200. Boise 208.803.6721 // tupelohoneycafe.com Camel’s Crossing $$$ 1304 W. Alturas St. Boise 208.385.0250 // camelscrossing.com High Note Cafe $$ 225 N. 5th St, Boise 208.429.1911 // highnotecafeboise.com Tasso $$ 401 S. 8th St. Boise 208.336.2555 // tassoboise.com Madre Boutique Taqueria $$ 1034 S. La Pointe St. Boise 208.432.1100 // madrerestaurant.net Lost Shack $$ 3724 S. Eckert Rd. #110. Boise 208.286.2945 // lostshack.com North End Pizza $$ 1513 N. 13th St. Boise 208.345.5669 // northendpizzaboise.com Wylder $$ 501 W. Broad St. Boise 208.209.3837 // thewylderboise.com Txikiteo $$ 175 N. 14th St. Boise 208.813.6178 // txikiteo.com Tarbush $$ 5749 W. Overland Rd. Boise 208.205.9690 // tarbushkitchenidaho.com Trillium $$$ 245 S. Capital Blvd. Boise 208.333.8002 // trilliumboise.com
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Bar Gernika $ 202 S. Capital Blvd. Boise 208.344.2175 // bargernika.com Petit 4 $$$ 4 N. Latah St. Boise 208.345.1055 // eatatpetite4.com il Sugo $$ 904 W. Main St. Boise 208.386.3354 // ilsugorestaurant.com The Shed $ 1010 La Pointe St. Boise 208.344.2176 // facebook.com/theshedboise/ Diablo and Sons $$ 246 N. 8th St. Boise 208.429.6340 // diabloandsons.com Baguette Deli 5204 W. Franklin Rd. Boise 208.336.2989 // baguette-deli.com Kibrom’s $ 3506 W. State St. Suite #100. Boise 208.917.8005 // kibromsfood.com Tango’s $ 701 N. Orchard St. Boise 208.322.3090 // tangos-empanadas.com Paddles Up Poké $$ 13601 W. McMillan Rd. Suite 104 237 N. 9th St. Boise 208.412.5581/ 986.888.3907 // paddlesuppoke.com Wild Root Café $$ 276 N. 8th St. Boise 208.856.8956 // wildrootcafe.com The Lemon Tree Co. $$ 224 N. 10th St. Boise 208.343.6167 // lemontreeboise.com Bombay grill $$ 928 W. Main St. Boise 208.345.7888 // bombayboise.com Modern $$$ 1314 W. Grove St. Boise 208.424.8244 // themodernhotel.com
Drink
Campos Market $ 413 N. Orchard St. Boise 208.658.0644 // facebook.com/Campos-Market Clairvoyant 2800 W. Idaho St. Boise 208.996.0095 // clairvoyantbrewing.com Lost Grove 1026 S. La Pointe St. Boise 208.286.2258 // lostgrovebrewing.com Woodland Empire 1114 W. Front St. Boise 208.426.0510 // Woodlandempire.com Barbarian 5270 Chinden Blvd. Garden City 1022 W. Main St. Boise 208-375-5639 // barbarianbrewing.com
Sip
Split Rail 4338 Chinden Blvd. Boise 208.490.0681 // splitrailwines.com Coiled Winery & Wine Bar 3408 W. Chinden Blvd. Garden City 813 W. Bannock St. Boise 208.820.8466 // coiledwines.com Meriwether Cider Taproom & Ciderhouse 5242 Chinden Blvd. Garden City 224 N. 9th St. Boise 208.972.6725 // meriwethercider.com
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