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Friday the 13th, solar eclipse, comedy shows & lots of live music

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Tuesday follow up

This week my story was about UFO sightings in Boise/Idaho. Y'all wrote me back with some crazy stories of your own UFO encounters! But the craziest one is from Barbara. I updated my story to include Barbara's UFO encounter in Halfway, Oregon in 1965. You have to go read it, it's wild!

Thanks for sharing, Barbara!

Friday the 13th

Tattoos

If you didn't know, tattoos on Friday the 13th are a thing. Here's all some local tattoo shops & artists doing tattoo specials tomorrow:

  • ​Jade Room: Flash designs & discounted tooth gems, first come first served starting at 12pm. Address is 441 W Main Street, downtown Boise.
  • ​Boise Tattoo Company: Flash designs & custom tats, starts at 9am. Address is 4418 W Overland Road, Boise.
  • ​On Point Tattoo Collective: Flash designs & custom 3x3 tattoos starting at 12pm. Address is 1455 N Milwaukee Street, Boise.
  • ​True Grit Tattoo: Flash designs, 10am-11pm. Address is 7015 E Fairview Ave, Boise.
  • ​Aloha Tattoo: Flash designs, 11am-7pm. Address is 6990 W Overland Road, Boise.
  • ​Anarchy Ink Tattoo Co: Flash designs & piercings, starts at 12pm. Address is 109 S 23rd Street, Suite B, Boise.
  • ​Iron Wolf Tattoo: They posted a insta story the other day about flash designs but no other info. Address is 1023 W Main Street, downtown Boise.
  • ​Crow’s Nest Tattoo: Flash designs for $50, no changes, no color. Goes 10am-10pm. Address is 1029 E Kuna Road, Kuna.

Other fun things on Friday

  • ​Friday the 13th Comedy Show at Lounge at the End of the Universe. Tix are $15 and show starts at 9pm. 21+
  • ​Freaky Funny Improv Comedy Show at Recycled Minds Comedy in Garden City. Tix are $5-$15 and it starts 8pm.
  • Boise Pride is hosting Priday the 13th at Treefort Music Hall. It's an LGBTQ Halloween party with Dragula performers, costume contests and more. Tix are $20 online, $25 at the door, $40 for rail seats or $150 for a table. 18+
  • ​Radio Boise Benefit Concert with DJ Izze + Rhodes Hull's Magic Band + Rodeo Screams + Ragged Coyote Ultra is happening at Shrine Basement at 8pm. Tix are $12 online or $15 at the door.
  • ​Scaryoke is happening at Prefunk in Nampa. It's an evening of karaoke, costumes and beer. Starts at 7:30pm. 21+

Solar eclipse on Saturday

Sat Oct 14: An annular Solar Eclipse is happening on Saturday and we *might* be able to see it here in Boise.

An annular solar eclipse happens when the Moon passes between the Sun and Earth, when the Moon it is at or near its farthest point from Earth. Because the Moon is so far away, it appears smaller than the Sun. So it will look like a glowing ring around the Moon - cooool!

Here in Boise we are not in the direct path but we should be able to see it at 84% covered. There's some clouds in the forecast, so we may see it, we may. not. Boise State’s physics department is having a viewing party in the Special Events Center at the Student Union with a presentation & viewing.

Solar eclipse will start around 9:30am, it will be the most covered around 10:30am and over by noon. Don't forget your solar glasses!

Halloween prep

  • Fri-Sat Oct 13-14: Go check out Fear Hear: Three Frightening Radio Plays Performed in the Dark. It's happening at Snake River Heritage Center (2295 Paddock Avenue Weiser, ID) at 7:30pm on Fri and Sat. Tix are $8. Sounds spooky!
  • Sat Oct 14: Jordan's Garden Center is having a Trunk or Treat and Food Drive. There will be a bunch of local businesses, live music, straw maze, pony rides, food trucks, inflatable obstacle course, and more. It's free but there's a few of the activities have a small cost.
  • Sat Oct 14: Check out the Behind the Scenes Tours at the Old Idaho Pen! You can explore buildings and cells that are normally closed to the public. It's happening 6-10pm and admission is $12.
  • Sat Oct 14: Go see Haunted Queers, featuring Ursula Major from Dragula season 1 and local queens and kings. It's at The Balcony at 8pm. Tix are $10-$160. 21+
  • Sun Oct 15: Go see The Woman in Black, a chilling ghost story by Stephen Malatratt based on the novel by Susan Hill. It's the second longest running play in London! Tix are $40-$65.
  • Tue Oct 17: Go listen to Story Story Night's TRiCK OR TREAT: Stories of Dupery and Delight. It's happening at VAC at 7pm. Tix are $17. 21+
  • Wed Oct 18: Check out the Haunted Hearse Trunk-or-Treat at Relyea Funeral Chapel. You can trick or treat from real funeral coaches, groove to spooky music, enjoy treats from various food trucks, and join in ghoulish activities and contests. It’s free, outdoors & all ages. Goes 6-8:30pm.
  • Wed Oct 18: It's Witches Night Out at The Village at Meridian. It's a fundraiser for the WCA. Dress in your best witch attire and enjoy live music and entertainment, Wall of Whine, raffles and more. It's free to attend!

Also look at these amazing $5 earrings I got out of the Vertigo Vending machine at Lost Grove Brewing. They are to die for 😉

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Out of Town Tip

Tis the season to be spooky. Here’s three cool abandoned places to visit in Southwest Idaho: Hike to the old Adelmann Mine. It’s a moderate 4.7-mile out and back and the trailhead is only 25 minutes from Boise.

Visit the remnants of Wickahoney down in the Owyhees. The old Wickahoney Post Office and Stage Station are (mostly) still standing today. From 1895 to 1911 it was the post office and the stagecoach stop between Mountain Home and Mountain City, Nevada.

Check out the Loon Lake Bomber crash site in the mountains outside McCall. It’s a 10 mile round trip hike starting from the Chinook Campground. The trail will lead you around the lake to the crash site and back to the campground.

Make it an overnight adventure by camping out under the stars! Find places to camp here.

Tunes & shows

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Comedy & storytelling

  • Oct 9-15: Boise Improv Week is happening all week + weekend! There's different workshops and comedy shows at different locations in Boise. Get tickets & see the schedule here.
  • Fri Oct 13: The Riff is happening at Mad Swede Brew Hall (downtown). It's improv stand up comedy with comedians Jack Wheeler, Nate Ford, Henry Stoddard, Yeti Abides, and Sophie Hughes. Tix are $20 online or $25 at the door.
  • Fri-Sat Oct 13-14: Comedian Dave Williamson is at Lounge at the End of the Universe
  • Sat Oct 14: Comedian Bjorn R-G is at Mad Swede Brew Hall. Tix are $25 and the show starts at 7pm.
  • Sat Oct 14: Femme Fatale comedy show is happening at Mad Swede Brew Hall. Tix are $20 and the show starts at 8:30pm.
  • Sat Oct 14: WorkForce Comedy Show is happening at Recycled Minds Comedy. Tix are $5-$15 and it starts at 8pm.
  • Sun Oct 15: Comedian Travis Nelson is at Lounge at the End of the Universe. Tix are $20 and the show starts at 7pm.
  • Sun Oct 15: Adam Sandler is at Ford Idaho Center. Tix start at $39.50 and the show starts at 7:30pm.

Food finds & things to drink

  • Sat Oct 14: Hoptober Freshtival is happening in the street in front of Boise Brewing from 12-8pm. There's over 70 fresh hop and seasonal beers from 35+ local & regional breweries, plus games and live music. All ages can attend but have to be 21+ to drink. No pups allowed. You can buy tokens there or buy a $45 pass online and get a mug, discount on 10 tokens and you skip the line at the fest.
  • Sat Oct 14: Freedom Brewfest is happening at Indian Creek Plaza. There's drinks, food, live music, games, and raffles. Tix are $35 online or $45 at the door and include 30+ beers, ciders, and wines. Goes 1-6pm.
  • Sun Oct 15: Woos N' Brews is happening at Barbarian Brewing. It's a fundraiser for the Moonsong Malamute Rescue. There's food trucks for humans & dogs, a silent auction & beer. Bring your (leashed) pup down and there will also be a few malamutes that are looking for a home. Goes 2-5pm at Barbarian Brewing in Garden City.
  • Next Th Oct 19: The 4th annual Ladies Who Love Beer event is happening at Hops & Bottles. Meet other women who like beer and chat with beer industry professionals to learn more. Tix are $35 and includes tastings, apps & part of the proceeds go to Bustin Out of Boise, a nonprofit that supports women undergoing cancer treatment. This always sells out so get your tix!
  • Also we have a new Afghan restaurant! Taste of Persia opened this week at 10386 W Ustick Road in Boise. Go check them out!

Things to do

  • Sat Oct 14: It's Hispanic Heritage Day at Idaho Botanical Garden. See performances from Mariachi Tleyoltztin, Ballet Folklorico Mexico Lindo, and Tejano Outlaw, and enjoy food & artisan vendors. Admission is free for members, $12 for nonmembers, $10 for seniors, $8 for kids age 4-12 or free for kids under age 3.
  • Sat Oct 14: Eagle Harvest Fest is happening from 10am-4pm in Heritage Park in downtown Eagle. There's live music, food, crafts, pumpkin decorating and more.
  • Sat Oct 14: Join the fall gardening & winter prep workshop at FarWest Landscape Center. It's from 10-11am and you'll learn about fall planting, pruning and how to prep your landscape for Idaho's winter months. RSVP at 208-853-4000. It's free!
  • Sat Oct 14: Join Everyday Inspiration: A Writing Workshop with Resident Clare Johnson at the James Castle House. It's a writing workshop that explores the James Castle House gallery, studio, and outdoor spaces to inspire new writings through a series of short, playful prompts. It's free but space is limited so be sure to register. Goes 11am-1pm.
  • Sat-Sun Oct 14-15: BOSCO Open Studio Tours is happening on Sat and Sun from 10am-6pm. Visit local artists, get a peek in their studios and works-in-progress. It's free & really fun!
  • Sun Oct 15: Learn about fossils at The Idaho Museum of Mining & Geology. Steve Brittenham is doing a lecture and Q&A from 1-2:30pm.
  • Mon Oct 16: Are you a first time homebuyer? Wishing you could buy a house here? You need to go to Hops N Homes. It's a free class for homebuyers & it's amazing. This class changed my life. It's free & beer is free too!
  • Mon Oct 16: Go watch Vampire Hunter D: Bloodlust at Realms. Movie starts at 7pm and tix are $8.

BFFs only

Upcoming BFF meetups:

  • Th Oct 26: Ballet Idaho: The Gathering Dark
  • Oct-Nov: Indulge Boise Food Tours
  • Sun ​Nov 6: Game day hang
  • Fri Dec 1: Christmas movie night
  • + adding more coffee shop, kava, and happy hour hangs

Also we have new merch coming out soon & BFFs get first dibs!

​Join the BFFs here!

Just trust me...

This gigantic snapping turtle in Kathryn Albertson Park?! Whaaat!

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Thanks for reading! Have a fun weekend!

With love from Boise,

Marissa

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