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Finding Your Inner Artist

ver two decades ago, a production of You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown changed my life. I was in the sixth grade transitioning from a child to a teen when I heard about auditions for the middle school musical. My confidence was pretty low, but I got up the courage to audition and then waited, hopeful that I would get a part.

The director double cast my best friend Jenny and me in the role of Snoopy. I loved learning my part, spending time with Jenny and the rest of the cast and getting the chance to perform. The kind words I received after my performance boosted my self-esteem and confidence to new heights. I began to believe I could actually achieve my goals thanks to Snoopy. My love for the arts has only grown since that small town middle school performance. Art has the power to transform lives whether it is through creating art or experiencing the artistic creations of others. Art can make us ponder, cry, laugh and so much more. It can be a call to action to help change the world. It can even help a sixth grade girl start to believe in herself in a way she never thought possible. Pablo Picasso once said, “Every child is an artist, the problem is staying an artist when you grow up.” It is gratifying to live in a city with such a vibrant art scene where we can remember the child-like wonder of art. The opportunities to share our artistic talents and to learn from others here in the City of Trees are endless. As you read the magazine, I invite you to watch for the stories that inspire you, tap into your inner artist, and rediscover the arts.

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contributing writers Katherine Bontrager, Doug Copsey, Cheryl Haas, Sue Pelley, Michelle Williams, Nikelle Wood

contributing photographers Mike Bryant, Tom Hamilton, Matt McKain

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March 2015

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14 Significant Connections

Good Times

Around Town

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Giving Back

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30 Lifestyle Calendar

Rex Chandler shares his fine dining journey.

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18 Galleries at a Glance

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22 The Wings of TRICA

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The 2nd Annual Idaho Laugh Fest provided a venue for up and coming comics and established comedians to share their talents. The festival certainly lived up to its name since laughs abound. PHOTOGRAPHY MIKE BRYANT

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A Night to Remember

The Idaho Inaugural Ball proved a fun event as Idahoans gathered to celebrate the new term in the state capitol building. PHOTOGRAPHY 1ST LT. THOMAS WESTFALL

Assistant Majority Leader Brent Crane Whitney Miller, Cheryl Crane, Victor Miller and Treasurer Ron G. Crane.Photo courtesy of and his wife Rochenda Crane. Photo Rochenda Crane. courtesy of Rochenda Crane.

Governor Butch Otter and First Lady Lori Otter starting off the Ball with the first dance. Lt. Governor Brad Little and his wife Teresa soon join the dance.

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Around Town PUBLIC INVITED TO LECTURE SERIES Boise State continues the fourth annual public lecture series titled “Interdisciplinary Explorations — The Idea of Nature,” with distinguished speaker David Lowenthal. A renowned scholar who writes extensively on ideas of nature, Lowenthall will speak on March 19. The goal of the series is to promote interdisciplinary inquiry and to foster dialogue across the campus and community, based on the premise that big questions need interdisciplinary answers. It examines how ideas of nature are expressed in literature, art, philosophy, music and other humanities disciplines. The lectures are free, open to the public and no tickets are required. The lectures will be held from 6-7 p.m. in the Student Union Jordan or Simplot ballrooms. Each lecture will be followed by a reception with a nohost bar and appetizers. ScholarWorks. Boisestate.edu/IdeaOfNature

IDAHO STATE HISTORICAL SOCIETY INVITES NOMINATIONS The “Esto Perpetua” award, which honors significant contributions to the preservation of Idaho History, takes its name from Idaho’s state motto meaning “Let It Be Perpetual.” “The Idaho State Historical Society engages the community by building on shared experiences and inspiring further action and understanding. These awards allow the State Historical Society to acknowledge and thank those people and institutions who make a significant contribution to the preservation and promotion of Idaho history,” explains Tom Blanchard, chair of the Board of Trustees of the Idaho State Historical Society. Awards are considered in the following categories: Individual, Organizational, and Academic/Professional. Nominations can be made by anyone. The deadline for submission is Friday, March 20, 2015. Submission forms are located at History.Idaho. gov/Esto-Perpetua-Nominations.

PRESIDENT OBAMA TOUTS INNOVATION AT BOISE STATE President Barack Obama highlighted innovation and work being done in the New Product Development Lab when he visited Boise State University. Students and faculty 10

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ART ZONE 208 CELEBRATES GRAND OPENING A brand new coop gallery recently celebrated their grand opening at their new location at Cole and Ustick in the Library Plaza. Customers encountered fine art photography, painting, wood working, pottery, jewelry, ceramics and more. The gallery has a bright, friendly atmosphere that is contemporary and inviting. Patrons were welcomed with music, juice, coffee and cookies as they enjoyed the art made by a variety of local Treasure Valley artists.

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WRITE FROM THE HEART Dealing with cancer can unleash a storm of emotions, questions and unexpected discoveries. Want to share your experience? How has your life been impacted by cancer? Write from the Heart is an essay writing contest for any teen who has been touched by cancer either through a personal diagnosis or that of a family member/friend. Essay must be received (not postmarked) by March 20, 2015. The website will allow submissions until 11:30 p.m. Visit CancerConnectionIdaho. org for more details.

According to the Idaho Horse Council, Idaho’s current horse population is estimated to be over 200,000, not including wild horses. Idaho Horse Rescue (IHR) aims to rescue, rehabilitate and provide refuge for neglected, abused, abandoned, malnourished and starving horses. Operation New Barn invites the community to help IHR raise the roof by donating today. Their current facilities are full. Each week they receive calls from members of the community asking for help with abused or neglected horses. A new barn will allow the IHR to shelter additional horses and offer a better quality of care for those needing specialized medical treatment or dietary needs. To make a direct barn donation visit their website IdahoHorseRescue.org. Do you have some local news you would like to share Around Town? Email Editor Sara Westbrook at SWestbrook@ LifestylePubs.com.

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The Elephant in the Room THE OTRADOVECS’ PASSION FOR ART AND ELEPHANTS COMBINES TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE ARTICLE AND PHOTOGRAPHY SARA WESTBROOK

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hristine Otradovec of Boise is a co-owner of Gallery 601 in Downtown Boise. Her love for the arts is obvious, but her love for elephants may be a little more surprising for those who do not know her well. Otradovec has always loved elephants. “Every Christmas as a child I always asked for an elephant,” Otradovec says. The elephant request on her Christmas list went unheeded until Otradovec discovered the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust (DSWT) a pioneering wildlife conservation charity with a highly successful orphan-elephant rehabilitation and rescue program. Otradovec adopted her first elephant, Dida, about eight years ago. “They found Dida in a man-made well along the railroad tracks,” Otradovec shares. “A local villager must have left the lid off of the well and the baby elephant fell in. The herd had to move on. I can just imagine how hard it must have been for Dida’s mother to leave her behind. Elephants are really very family oriented.” Otradovec goes on to describe Dida’s rescue. “When some workers came to the well they heard her cry. All they could see was the tip of her trunk barely visible above the water level. The workers contacted DSWT. The Trust saved Dida and took her to the reserve.” As Otradovec received updates from the foundation about Dida her love for the animal grew even more. “I loved the updates,” explains Otradovec. “We’d known about David Sheldrick for a while and were happy to get involved. About a year after we adopted Dida, we went to Kenya on a safari and stopped at the wildlife refuge in the hopes that we might see her. When they let the baby elephants out to feed them, we watched as one little baby elephant came

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Christine Otradovec and Will Bullas pose in front of his artwork.

Only Elephants Should Wear Ivory

over to the crowd of people watching the elephants eat and play. This elephant led the other elephants along allowing me to pet Dida, fulfilling a life-long dream.” Otradovec and her husband, Terry Begg, decided to share their desire to save elephants and other animals with their customers at the gallery. Each year Gallery 601 hosts an annual fundraiser to raise money and increase awareness about the needs of African animals. This past December, they partnered with artist Will Bullas for “Only Elephants Should Wear Ivory.” For $100, patrons received a Will Bullas print, then $50 went to the Orphans Project at DSWT in the patron’s name. “We adopted a total of 43 elephants this year,” Otradovec shares. “It’s never too late to adopt an elephant. If only selling artwork were as easy as convincing a person to adopt an elephant. Then I would be rich, and I could donate all of my money to the elephants.” Otradovec’s passion for animals is evident. “Every animal is here for a reason and they are all needed,” she says. “I’m very lucky to have a husband who feels the exact same way as I do about elephants, animals, Africa and the people there.” Gallery601.com ShelrickWildlifeTrust.org

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Hot Spot

ike any good dish, restaurants categorized as “fine dining” establishments are made up of ingredients that dictate the finest in taste, elegance and ambiance. In Boise, Chandlers Prime Steaks Fine Seafood most certainly qualifies as fine dining. But there’s more to this elusive moniker than meets the eye. Fine dining is a lot about what you see when you walk in the door, but it’s also a lot about what you don’t see. The exquisite blue lighting in Chandlers’ reception area sets an immediate tone of elegance. Fifteen years of Wine Spectator awards, which for the last two years have ranked Chandlers among the top wine lists in the

Significant Connections A 40 YEAR JOURNEY IN FINE DINING

ARTICLE DOUG COPSEY | PHOTOGRAPHY MATT MCKAIN

CHANDLERS PRIME STEAKS FINE SEAFOOD

981 W. Grove St., Boise, ID 83702 208.383.4300 ChandlersBoise.com

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world—yes, the world—line the wall above the reception desk. The elegant bar beckons with live jazz played by local artists seven nights a week. Dine in the lounge at a window table with a sparkling view of downtown Boise or in a booth that will swallow you up in plush comfort. For something more secluded, let the hostess show you to one of the rooms in back where that same soft blue light lends a sense of sophistication sprinkled with a dash of mystery to your evening. The wine list, ranked Idaho’s best by Wine Spectator, is comprised of some 750 labels offering a range and depth that will please even the most discriminating taste. The menu promises an exquisite journey for your taste buds and delivers. Mouth-watering steaks from four different sources— USDA Prime, American Kobe, authentic Japanese Wagyu and grass-fed, grass-finished Northwest beef—top the menu, but the ultra-fresh seafood selections will also tantalize your taste buds. What you don’t see is Chef Luis Flores and his staff performing their particular brand of magic with only the finest and freshest ingredients available, the cornerstone to success in cuisine. “Chef Luis is the best I’ve had the pleasure of working with in my entire career,” says Owner Rex Chandler. “When I heard he wanted to move to Idaho I knew he would be the right guy for us, and he’s been with us since day one.” Unless you’re lucky enough to get a tour, you probably also won’t see the private wine vault that houses the “big dogs,” as Chandler calls them, a few hundred bottles of truly great wines that are all aged at least 10 to 15 years. And you definitely won’t see one of the primary components that makes all of these other ingredients work so well together—the connections Chandler has built during his 40-year career as a restaurant owner. Raised in Newport Beach, California, Chandler caught the surfing bug early. When he was 20, he decided to try the waves in Hawaii. He went to work for Nick’s Fish Market in Waikiki to pay his way. It wasn’t long before he was working more than he was surfing. He discovered that he liked the restaurant business, and he was good at it, so when an opportunity

to own one came along in 1974, he jumped on it. The Rex was so successful that by 1978, he bought Nick’s. His string of successes stretched from Hawaii back to Newport Beach, where the second incarnation of The Rex, along with 21 Ocean Front each improved on his fine dining formula. When he came to Idaho in 1993, he fell in love with the mountains and the ski slopes where his surfing skills proved highly valuable. He opened Chandlers in a quaint, but elegant log building tucked away on a narrow back street in Ketchum, and it soon became a Sun Valley icon. A few years later, he opened Baci Italian Café next door. It had a casual atmosphere and a much more eclectic menu that quickly became popular with locals and visitors alike. “That was one of my favorite concepts,” says Chandler. “The food was so good I could eat there every night.” During his 15 year run in Sun Valley, Chandler made many friends from all over Idaho. When he finally decided to make the move to Boise, he sat down with three of them and came up with a new concept. “We had this vision,” Chandler remembers, “about a boutique hotel with an independently-owned fine dining steak house, and we thought the timing was perfect for an upscale restaurant in Boise.” That vision, of course, was Hotel 43 and Chandlers, the pride of Grove Street, and it contains the best from all his years of experience. Bolstering its reputation is another connection from Rex Chandler’s past. “Seafood has been a passion of mine for decades,” Chandler says, “and we still ship most of ours direct from Hawaii, less than 24 hours off the block, using the same people I’ve been buying from since Nick’s Fish Market over 30 years ago. There’s definitely something to be said for having these great relationships.” Every restaurant owner loves to hear compliments from his customers, but the ones that give him the biggest sense of pride come from people who say this restaurant could be in New York, Chicago, Houston, anywhere. It’s not just fine dining, it’s world class dining. “There are a lot of good restaurants out there,” says Rex, “and I like to think Chandlers represents the city of Boise well on that national level.” Whether you come for the food, the wine, the ambiance, the music, or all of the above, you can rest assured every one of your senses will be in tune when you dine at Chandlers.

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Home Matters

Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Your Kitchen Style? CONSIDER YOUR NEEDS FOR YOUR DREAM KITCHEN

ith so many styles of kitchens and cabinets, it can sometimes be hard to decide on a favorite. You may see kitchens in each style and agree that they are all beautiful in their own way. But which is the style you would choose for your own home? Aside from the look of each style, many aspects must be considered, such as its

compatibility with the rest of the home, and whether it will endure the test of time. With many considerations, it can sometimes become more of a hassle than a fun project to improve your home. Defined below are different kitchen styles to help you decide on what suits your home while fitting your personal style.

CONTEMPORARY

Contemporary kitchens are very simple spaces characterized by distinctive hard and sleek horizontal lines. A full overlay slab door style is typically the norm for these kitchens. The Wellborn Cabinet, Inc. Milan door style is the perfect slab selection for a contemporary kitchen. The small amount of ornamentation that does exist is natural and usually comes in some form of texture. For example, there may be horizontal wood grains to match up with the horizontal line scheme. Visually the wood grain gives off a textured appearance.

Contemporary: Clean design subdues the mixture of textures and bold blocks of color. Horizontal lines are still obvious; however, the overall design is a calm contemporary.

TRADITIONAL

Traditional kitchens contain embellishments and detail is found everywhere, with corbels and mouldings on every piece of furniture. In terms of cabinetry, raised panels with applied moulding are common for traditional kitchens. Outlining these raised panels are inset or framed cabinet construction, adding a hint of detail to the cabinet doors. A fun thing about traditional style is the ability to mix door styles, giving you the freedom to choose a couple of styles and mix them between perimeter cabinets and your island. Techniques are a small detail that when applied to every cabinet door give off a striking effect. This is an attribute that can really define your own personal style. Hutch and furniture style cabinets are another unique feature of traditional kitchens. 16

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Traditional: The architectural and top-to-bottom details are crucial to the design of this kitchen. From the beams and archways to the mullion cabinet doors and island legs, this kitchen portrays every aspect of traditional.

TRANSITIONAL

Transitional styling pulls together the warmth of traditional with the crispness of contemporary making for a good median. This allows you to choose a simple door style, often a shaker, and pair it with a beautiful stained wood. Neutral paints are also very popular among transitional cabinetry. Details receive the emphasis when ornamental pieces are limited. Maybe you like some characteristics of the traditional styling but enjoy the simplicity of contemporary. Transitional style encompasses the best of both worlds and fits the style of many homes because of the versatility it provides.

Transitional: The simplistic cabinet doors and mix of design details blend to create a balanced transitional kitchen. Accessories such as the stainless light and candelabra add contemporary and traditional details to the kitchen.

Coastal Casual: The combination of the bead board paneling and the paint color on the wall gives this casual kitchen a coastal feel that feels comfortable and inviting.

CASUAL

Casual kitchens have a comfortable feel and fit in the home. They are personalized and beautiful while still remaining practical. Casual is a style that can take on many looks. For instance, there can be coastal, country and eclectic versions of this laid-back look. FORMAL

Formal kitchens often display sophisticated, stunning details where beauty is key. Although the detail may be small, it does not go without notice and forms a timeless environment of high societal living. A vast range of cabinetry door styles can be seen in formal kitchens because the style is distinguished by the architectural elements such as coffered ceilings, columns and moulding details. Glass cabinet doors can be found in formal kitchens to add to the elegance of the environment. The arrangement of over-the-top elements and accessories is essential to creating a formal kitchen.

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Located in a downtown storefront that injects some Bohemian glam into the block, Art Source features an array of handcrafted art, including watercolor, oil and acrylic paintings, pottery, fiber art, jewelry, photography, metal sculpture, wood carving, mixed media, glass and more. Check it out on your First Thursday stroll. Art Source Gallery features one artist each month and in January, held the 4th Annual Emerging Artist Show in which 50 selected pieces from Treasure Valley high school students were displayed. In July, the gallery holds a juried art show featuring artists from throughout the U.S. WHAT’S UNIQUE ABOUT IT: Art Source is a coop owned by 40 artists who are responsible for supplying new works and staffing the gallery. Each month, the gallery rotates one third of the work so there’s always something fresh on display, and Art Source boasts an annex at the Boise Airport in Concourse B. Traveling to see Aunt Martha in Milwaukee? Bring her a bit of Boise with an original piece from a local artist such as Zella Bardsley or Marianne Konvalinka. Artist/Manager Lisa Bower says twothirds of their customers are out-of-towners who appreciate the convenient location. In the near future, patrons will be able to access the airport annex art online for purchase. WHO’S SHOWING NOW: Kiln-formed glass artist Wendy Wooding “I love working with glass because I enjoy the play of colors and the way light interacts with the medium.”

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The Eagle Performing Arts Center has one of the strongest dance training programs in the Northwest according to the Idaho Statesman. Hidden amongst the throng of young ballerinas is a surprisingly graceful small gallery. Defined by triangular plexiglass walls with steel rib supports, The Art Space was the result of curator Amy O’Brien’s moment of inspiration when she was challenged by EPAC owner Cathy Geise to come up with a use for the space. The gallery features various media including video installation, painting, sculpture and ceramic art. Some installations, such as Amanda Hamilton’s Community Garden, are interactive. WHAT’S UNIQUE ABOUT IT: The gallery walls are transparent and they curve which requires artists to problem-solve and figure out how to display their work. “It’s all about process,” says O’Brien. “Artists often see themselves in one way – ‘I’m a painter or I’m a printmaker.’ We tell them to do whatever they want to. This space gives them freedom to step away from that image, create new ideas and see what happens. The art is not based on sales.” Artists have two months to install and show their work. WHO’S SHOWING NOW: Sculpture from artist Kris Hargis who’s been known to employ materials such as raw clay, steel, colored pencil, wood, wax and elk bone in his work. DESCRIPTION:

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You don’t have to be an art aficionado to appreciate Boise’s vibrant visual arts scene. Just experience it. A glimpse at the galleries below will tell you more. ARTICLE CHERYL HAAS | PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED

MING STUDIOS

STEWART GALLERY

An unprepossessing exterior masks a rich mélange of art exhibitions, multimedia workshops and cultural activities, which are often interactive. Ming Studios—which is both physically and philosophically adjacent to Bricolage, Rocket Neon and Classic Design Studio—hosts exhibition space, artist studios, workshop space and an assortment of urban garden plots. “We don’t sell art so much as share the experience of art,” says founder Jason Morales. “We’re more of a performance space than a gallery.” WHAT’S UNIQUE ABOUT IT: The key aspect to Ming Studios, says Morales, is that the space “informs the development of the work itself.” The space is open and modular, which Morales likens to a blank slate for the artist. Ming Studios offers residencies to international emerging artists, offering them studio space, living quarters, materials, tools, transport and stipend. “They provide a look at our local community through the lens of an international artist,” says Morales. An installation by German artist Uli Westphal – a red barn – is now a permanent fixture at Peaceful Belly Farms. The studio’s business model is member based. WHO’S SHOWING NOW: Noel B. Weber, owner of Classic Design Studio, whose consummate craftsmanship in sign-making and hand-lettering helped define the look of retail signage in downtown Boise for more than 35 years.

Discreetly tucked into a strip of stores at 23rd and W. Main, Stewart Gallery is well worth the foray beyond downtown Boise. Co-owner Stephanie Wilde is an artist whose work resides in collections nationally and whose intricate black and white etchings made her a favorite of Boise audiences. The gallery features established contemporary artists, such as locally based artists Charles Gill and Karen Woods, national artist Craig Cully and international artist Alan MacDonald. WHAT’S UNIQUE ABOUT IT: Stewart Gallery is one of the few traditional galleries left in Boise. Its flexibility – which included moving to different locations over the last 24 years – has allowed it to thrive in the new economy. The gallery has a presence at major art fairs in Chicago, Dallas, New York and Art Basel – Miami, one of the premier art shows in the U.S. The gallery will loan artwork to a perspective client to ensure the work is right for the space. WHO’S SHOWING NOW: Drawings by Benjamin Jones “Jones has merged outsider art, Southern vernacular and more than a few quirks...”

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Seasonally-themed dishes allow you to experience new items all year long. For March Madness, the restaurant plans to feature three-point tacos, buzzer beater nachos, and amazing gravy-smothered Wooden Fries, named of course after the college basketball coaching legend John Wooden. Look for their St. Patrick’s Day menu to feature guest-favorites including Guinness BBQ Glazed wings and Irish Nachos, a twist on Big Al’s Famous Nachos that uses potatoes instead of tortillas chips. In addition to great food they have over 36 beers on tap. They support local breweries with their “Lovin’ it Local” tap takeover events, featuring a different local brewery each month. Big on fun and even bigger on flavor! If you haven’t tried the delicious food, come on in. Big Al’s will satisfy your taste buds in a big way!

“There’s been a recent obsession with Sriracha,” explains O’Donnell, “so of course we now have a Sriracha burger heating up our menu.”

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TRICA Restoration Allows TRICA to Soar

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tep into the headquarters for the Treasure Valley Institute for Children’s Arts (TRICA pronounced TRY-Kah) and you feel like you have stepped into another world. It is a tall, single-story building with an arched ceiling. Huge picturesque windows with round arches allow light to stream into the building from three sides. The sunny interior of the gabled auditorium invites you to imagine how the building must have looked when first constructed. THE HISTORY OF THE BUILDING

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Currently being restored, the building originally housed the Immanuel Methodist Episcopal Church. Built in 1907, this church served for decades as a gathering place. With the building of the Cathedral of the Rockies in Downtown Boise came the decline of membership at the old Immanuel church. By the late 1970’s the old sandstone building was sold into private hands. The Immanuel went through a series of private owners eventually landing in the hands of a man named R. O’Leary who tried to convert the entire space into a series of eight apartments. This attempt proved too difficult. The Immanuel church fell into further disrepair. Eventually the building landed on the Ten Most Endangered Historic Sites in Idaho. In 2007, TRICA purchased the building intending to renovate the structure to use it for the center of teaching arts education to the children of the Treasure Valley. Jon Swarthout, the founder and CEO of TRICA, is leading this renovation. Though the building was about to fall down and contaminated with meth, Swarthout could see the potential in the old structure. The building today is free of meth residue. Even though the restoration of the old Immanuel church is not complete, Swarthout’s artistic influence already shows in the building. Its soaring potential to house children eager to learn more about the arts is evident from the stacks of drums waiting in the corner, to the dusty chalkboard nestled next to the window outlined with class plans, to the bare beams signed by children enthusiastically waiting for the complete restoration of the building. EARLY ORIGINS

Like the building, Jon Swarthout’s Idaho roots run deep. His great grandparents Claude and Nell Swarthout home-

steaded in Melba, Idaho, around 1899. Swarthout grew up in Boise, but spent weekends in Melba at his grandma’s. When he was 14 he started dancing, which led to a career in ballet. He danced with Joffrey Ballet, Oregon Ballet Theater and Feld Ballets in New York. Swarthout’s career led him to teach ballet professionally, but he didn’t start out wanting to teach children. “My first experience with teaching children was a big flop,” Swarthout explains. “I was a professional ballet dancer and I knew how to teach ballet. I would always teach the advanced students or the professionals. One day a friend who taught the young children asked me to cover her Tuesday Thursday classes for her.” Swarthout tried to teach the Tuesday class the same way he taught his advanced students and the professionals he was used to teaching. This style of teaching did not work well with the children. By the end of class both he and the children were frustrated. As he prepared for the Thursday class, Swarthout asked himself an important question: “What will these children connect with?” “That was the birth of TRICA,” Swarthout says. “I looked back at my own childhood. I grabbed a bunch of props and had a great class connecting with the 3 and 4 year olds. They connected with the class in an important way.” Swarthout did not forget the connection he made with those preschoolers. “I started diving into how to teach children more and experimenting with props, costumes and dance curriculum,” Swarthout says. “When I quit dancing professionally, I was able to teach children.”

“We as educators are imparting excellence to these children so they will be excellent,” says Swarthout. “We expect the teachers to be excellent, so we pay them excellent. We pay them above industry standard.”

TRICA FOUNDATIONS

Swarthout returned to live in Boise in 1996. His desire to see children receive a well-rounded education that included teaching the arts led to the founding of TRICA. Most of the TRICA programs occur at Treasure Valley schools. TRICA is staffed with enthusiastic professional artists who are willing to teach and share their enthusiasm and love for creativity and the arts. “We use art to teach culture and history,” says Swarthout. “A textbook education is valuable, but what really moves a person is being inspired from their heart and soul. That’s where art education has a unique power. Drive, ambition, love, caring, inspiration—that’s art education.” Swarthout’s desire to hire artists who share his passion for arts education that can inspire means that TRICA hires the best artists around and pays them well.

TRICA SOARS

The restoration and conversion of the old Immanuel church into TRICA headquarters is almost complete. With the funding they have already recieved—they’ve raised about 2.5 million— just $250,000 more is needed for TRICA to gain occupancy. Once the doors open, afterschool programs at TRICA will occur year round, but this does not mean TRICA’ will stop partnering with Idaho schools. The programs at TRICA headquarters will just be an extension of the 20-year-old program. “TRICA is founded on the belief that art has a unique and profound power to inspire children to a higher standard of excellence, a superior education, an understanding of communication and a belief in themselves that will pour over into all other aspects of their lives,” explains Swarthout. “It’s not about formal art training. It’s about using art to inspire children no matter what they choose to do.” TRICA is providing children with the wings of imagination and creativity that allow children to soar. TRICA is partnering with Treefort to present Kidfort March 27-29. See the Treefort Trail Guide for more information. If you would like to donate to TRICA please visit TRICA.org. March 2015 | Boise Lifestyle

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Color your world

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ecorating your home can sometimes feel overwhelming. Color your world Have you ever asked yourself any of these questions? I want to redecorate, but where do I start? What colors should I chose to make the most dramatic impact? How do I make my new rooms look and feel the way I want them to? Where do I find the time to shop for everything that I’m going to need and want? How do I truly know what goes with what? And finally, doesn’t working with a professional interior decorator cost a lot of money? All interior design professionals receive these questions by people contemplating a redecorating or remodeling project Just ask Marva Don Card. “I pride myself on helping my clients take all the guess work out of decorating,” says Marva Don, owner of Decorating Den Interiors in the Eagle/Boise area. “Happy, satisfied clients are the overriding goals of my business. Since so many design projects take time to complete, a comfortable working relationship between me and my clients is key.” No matter how long you’ve lived in your home, it’s always fun to shake things up a little bit and there’s never a better time than now to think about giving one, two or even three rooms in your home a brand new makeover. A fresh new look will definitely have a positive impact on every single person who lives in your home. Just think about the enjoyment you could derive by sharing something new with your friends, family and guests. Here are three new look makeover suggestions. 1. COLOR YOUR WORLD

If you’re currently living in an all-white or all-beige world, then nothing will spark your room’s personality faster than color. Perhaps it’s just one simple accent wall painted a dramatic and exciting color, or possibly a new piece of art will find a new home over your fireplace mantle. Replacing a worn area rug that’s seen better days could create the perfect new look for your family room. Nothing adds more instantaneous drama and pizzazz to your room’s entire décor faster than color. 2. REARRANGE

Although new furniture definitely gives any home an instant face lift, sometimes a simple newly created furniture arrangement can make big impact. Adding a new accent chair covered in a fun and dramatic fabric can also give a room a lift. Reupholstering a chair or sofa, might just do the trick. Moving furniture from one room to another also provides a quick fix. The possibilities are endless! 3. LIGHTING

Unfortunately, improper and inadequate room lighting is a frequent occurrence. Few things can rekindle our spirits on a gray, rainy or snowy day like a home’s interior bathed in warm, welcoming light. In fact, good artificial lighting can provide such a positive effect on one’s mood that some consider it preventive medicine. Develop a lighting plan that begins with taking stock of what types of activities your family enjoys in each room of their home. If you’re contemplating a makeover whether one room or your entire home, begin the design process by giving serious thought to your personal preferences, your priorities and your budget. When major purchase decisions, such as upholstered furniture pieces, floor coverings and window treatments are involved, it’s important to remember that these products will be with you for a long time. Resist the urge to become too faddish in shape, color and pattern, so you’ll enjoy your choices for many years. For a decorating consultation email Marva Don at MD20.20@hotmail.com. 24

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Artist’s Palette

INTRODUCING Martine Castoro ARTICLE SARA WESTBROOK | PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED WHAT BROUGHT YOU TO BOISE?

My family has owned a second home in McCall, Idaho for the past 45 years. I spent my summers and holidays there. When I had children, they did the same. When we sold our restaurant in Laguna Beach, we decided to make the move to Idaho. We love the outdoor Boise life. DESCRIBE YOUR ART:

I describe my art as large, figurative oil paintings. They usually have a nostalgic feel to them. I love the old movie stars of the 1940s and 50s. I also love to paint horses, being a rider myself. So you will see both subject matters in my portfolio.

Pleased to meat ya. WHERE DID YOU STUDY ART?

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Helping the Treasure Valley through The Black Door LOCAL ORGANIZATION FOCUSES ON GIVING, NOT RECOGNITION ARTICLE NIKELLE WOOD | PHOTOGRAPHY TOM HAMILTON

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heBlackDoor.org is a ‘For-Purpose’ Organization that believes ordinary people can create extraordinary change. After years of donating both time and money to various events with purpose, we noticed that there was a consistent absence of two things— privacy and connection. Realizing this lack, our vision soon began to take shape, and our journey started. Confidentiality is a crucial component of how we operate at The Black Door. Some people do not want recognition for their philanthropic efforts or at least the financial extent of those efforts. Specifically referencing the monetary donations and gifts, we promise our donors to keep private matters private and show our gratitude by spending time and money wisely. We also noticed that the interwoven connections were strong amongst the leaders of philanthropic events but there was a lack of connection between the leaders and the volunteers and/or those receiving assistance. We commit to connecting those in need with those who can help by clearly understanding the hopes and intentions of both. When our leaders come together with our volunteers and those in need of assistance, they help cultivate the relationship and encourage friendship, trust and reciprocity. When a volunteer experiences the delight of a refugee who just read their first book in English or when they see a “Wish Child’s” eyes light up with hope because of a ‘Wish’ granted it becomes easy to understand the power of giving. TheBlackDoor.org is living proof that we all possess the necessary capabilities to enact great change in our world. We have seen this proof shine bright in various events and causes where we have been involved. For instance, last year The Black Door participated in the annual Make-A-Wish Idaho event— The Ultimate Urban Challenge. This exhilarating bicycle race challenges contestants to succeed on behalf of their Wish Child even when mentally and physically exhausted paralleling the challenge a Wish Child experiences with his or her own life-threatening illness. Our desire to create change brings about many opportunities to help those in need, in the past year we have helped Full Circle Exchange, Make-A-Wish Idaho, Agency for New Americans, Tidwell Social Services and Restore Missions. We even provided a cultural Thanksgiving dinner to our local refugee community courtesy of Amerherst Madison Real Estate. Are you ready to help Make a Difference? TheBlackDoor.org is in need of volunteers for two exciting events taking place this June. Make-A-Wish Idaho’s Ultimate Urban Challenge 4-person Bicycle Competition will take place in downtown Boise on June 20th. The needs for this exhilarating event range from sponsorship to challenge volunteers. The World Village Festival takes place in downtown Boise, June 1921. The Festival is a three day cultural summer solstice celebration. Various international and traditional artists, musicians, storytellers, artisans and representatives will demonstrate cultural traditions through performances, workshops and other interactive activities. This event will be held at Capitol Park and other various downtown locations beginning at 6pm on the 19th. The volunteer opportunities at the Festival are vast. For specific information or contributions for either event, please email us at TheBlackDoor.org@gmail.com.

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Lifestyle Calendar

March

MARCH 4

TODDLER WEDNESDAY BOISE ART MUSEUM

Come make art together! The first Wednesday of each month from 10 a.m. to noon, children ages 2-3 with an adult are invited to explore art media related to BAM’s exhibitions. Dress for mess! Bring a container if you would like something in which to carry home your artwork. Free with the price of admission. BAM Members get in FREE. BoiseArtMuseum.org

MARCH 5 FIRST THURSDAY DOWNTOWN BOISE

Enjoy strolling through the unique shops and galleries in downtown Boise, while enjoying in-store entertainment and special events. DownTownBoise.org

MARCH 6-7, 13-14 BALLET IDAHO PRESENTS NEWDANCE, UP CLOSE ESTHER SIMPLOT PERFORMING ARTS ACADEMY

Experience the creativity of the company dancers as they express themselves as choreographers. NewDance, Up Close returns with a new set of contemporary ballets. BalletIdaho.org

MARCH 6

for finding your ancestors. Steve Barrett, a reference archivist at the State Archives, will lead the class. BoisePublicLibrary.org

MARCH 13 THE ROCK & WORSHIP ROADSHOW TACO BELL ARENA

The 7th Annual Rock & Worship Roadshow, presented by Compassion International, welcomes tour founders MercyMe. David Crowder, Matt Maher, Jamie Grace, Tedashii and Group 1 Crew will also join the tour. New to the tour are artists I Am They and Jon Guerra. Shaun Groves is scheduled as the guest speaker.

MARCH 13, 14, 16 & 28 IDAHO STAMPEDE BASKETBALL GAME

COFFEE WITH THE MAYOR OF EAGLE

CENTURY LINK ARENA

STARBUCKS

Bring the whole family to come cheer on the Idaho Stampede as they take on the competition. Tipoff is at 7 p.m. Tickets start at just $7. IdahoStampede.net

Join Mayor Jim Reynolds for conversation and coffee at the Starbucks on Plaza Street. This event is free and open to the public, and no reservations are necessary. Come and share your successes and concerns over a cup of coffee. From 10 a.m. to noon.

MARCH 8 CHILDREN’S READING SERIES BOISE CONTEMORARY THEATER

Meet Maggie Lumiere and The Ghost Train. Maggie has always seen what others miss. She loves making movies, Charlie Chaplin’s walk, the way shadow gives way to light. She’s also deaf, but this has never stopped her. Single tickets for CRS are $8 for children (ages 4-18), $12 for adults. BCTheater.org

MARCH 11

MARCH 17-18 MAMMA MIA! MORRISON CENTER

The smash hit musical featuring the songs of ABBA Mamma Mia! is the ultimate feel good show that has audiences coming back again and again to relive the thrill. Whether it’s your first visit or your 14th, see the show that has the whole world coming back for more. MC.BoiseState.edu

MARCH 19 NW TUBA EUPHONIUM CONCERT

FINDING YOUR ANCESTORS—GENEOLOGY SERIES

MORRISON CENTER

BOISE PUBLIC LIBRARY

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ID), and BSU faculty, staff and students with ID are admitted free. All concert proceeds fund BSU Music Scholarships.

MARCH 20-22

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BOISE FLOWER & GARDEN SHOW

MARCH 25-29

BOISE CENTRE

TREEFORT MUSIC FEST

The 19th Annual Boise Flower & Garden Show will spring to life with everything you need to make your garden beautiful. Enjoy the Lobby Garden, gardening seminars, wine and jazz nights and much more. GardenShowBoise.com

DOWNTOWN BOISE

MARCH 21 VOLITION AMERICA HALF MARATHON

Treefort will provide the opportunity for Boise to play host to the national and regional music scenes while showcasing the local up-and-coming talent. From the Treefort Film Fest and Hackfort, to Yogafort, Comedyfort, Kidsfort and much much more. TreeFort has something for everyone. TreeFortMusicFest.com

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BARBER PARK

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EASTER EGGSTRAVAGANZA ZOO BOISE

Get a jump start on spring. Join the Easter Bunny for fun activities including Egg Scrambles, photo ops, face painting, Easter Egg toss, animal enrichment activities and, of course, the zoo from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. ZooBoise.org

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Parting Thoughts

An Irish Blessing WORDS KATHERINE BONTRAGER

rowing up, I never gave much thought to my heritage. For lack of a better term, I was a “mutt”—your classic American melting pot of ethnicities: German, Irish, English, and a bit of Native American thrown in for good measure. Being a bit of everything, there was no overwhelming pride about any particular background. Sure, we’d wear green for St. Patrick’s Day or enjoy a margarita on Cinco de Mayo, but there was no real connection with any given culture. So I was caught off guard when I married into a large Irish family whose roots to the motherland were strong and fresh. My husband’s paternal grandparents literally stepped off the boat some 83 years ago after a tumultuous trip over the sea. I was unprepared for many things—the sheer number of their tribe, their large boisterous gatherings and tendency to hug and kiss hello— but none more so than the deep-seated pride at being Irish. It was apparent in things big and small: the Irish flag emblazoned here and there in the décor, the Waterford crystal, the pride in the family history and its strong ties to “Eire.” But more than that, this heritage was a living, breathing thing. You could hear the lilt in Grandma’s voice; the steely reserve that championed her through the hardships of coming to this new home was almost physically visible. And on more than one occasion you’d see the quick Irish temper flare within the family only to give way to the stereotypical humor, easygoing smile, and undaunted hospitality.

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So when my husband and I visited Ireland and saw his grandmother’s childhood home, shared a pint or two of Guinness in her hometown, and even met his great uncle at the local pub, it all meant so much more than any mere vacation. There was something about that earthy loam that tugged at the heart despite the passage of many generations and expanse of thousands of miles. Without my knowing it, it’s become part of me, too. While I may continue to write under my maiden name, there’s a good bit of Irish lass that shines through. I can get good and steamed and be a force to be reckoned with, and I can usually hold my own on the barstool. The “gift of gab” is alive and well within our home. And our door is always open and a beverage at the ready. But mostly, I see it in the next generation. It was readily apparent at the birth of my children, all of whom presented with HUGE Irish heads. (Our pediatrician told us that in her younger years their off-the-charts head size would have been a source of concern. Now, she said, she knows it’s simply an Irish thing.) Their birthright is seen in their Gaelic names, their Irish citizenship. And as they grow older and are surrounded by dozens of cousins, shouting to be heard above the cacophony of voices and laughter at some family event, it will be seen in the pride they feel in a heritage that makes itself known on St. Patrick’s Day and every day of the year.

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