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First newsletter of 2025! This week's newsletter is the calm before the storm and the time you have to gather yourself before the year fully takes off.
It’s full of sweet moments, food for the soul, and early nights to plan the year ahead. It’s being intentional with our time and grounding after the holidays. Seeing beauty in the mundane and making more space for art, whether that’s crafting this year's vision board or going to a gallery opening (or both!).
Life's a marathon not a race so don’t get too caught up in the details and make some time to try something new this week!
Dream year starts here
Sunday, January 5
- ​DreamScape - Mega Dose is happening at Shrine Social Club starting at 10am. Doors open at 9:30am. This breathwork class aligns perfectly with the new year, helping you unlock creative potential and move deeper into mind-body synchronicity. This type of breathing is more feminine in nature, leaning into a more soft and gentle approach. The workshop will begin with meditation and finish with a grounding movement practice. Tix are $40 each in adv, $77 for two, or $45 each at the door. 18+
Something sweet is buzzing into the valley!
Friday, January 3 - Friday, February 7
- ​Honeycomb will bee on display at local gem Roots Zero Waste Market with its opening celebration happening this Friday from 5-9pm. The event is hosted by Miss Wondersmith, a PNW artist who hosts special pop-ups for strangers. On Friday, you’ll bee able to take part in building this buzz-worthy interactive art display followed by a community celebration. This is the perfect way to kickstart the new year with intention and join our community in creating something wonderful. It wraps up with a closing celebration on February 7. Help spread the word on this free-bee! All parts of this magic-making are free, open to the public, and family friendly.
Note: Miss Wondersmith posed this thoughtful question in her recent collaborative post: ”What kind of sweetness are you hoping for in the new year?” Here’s a few responses I thought were sweet… “I’m hoping for the sweetness of love, understanding, and acceptance. Our world is in need of some gentleness.” -@stina_stardust, “The continued opportunity to be kind to myself. The furtherance of friendships new and old. Perhaps a sweet dog.” -Amber Williams. Feel free to leave a comment on her post and spread the love this month!
SPONSORED BY THE MORRISON CENTER
Pull some strings and see the Fraggle puppet show
Now’s your chance! Let Gobo, Red, Mokey, Wembley, and Boober take you and your family on a journey to remember on February 4th at the Morrison Center. In Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock LIVE, Jim Henson’s Fraggles have discovered the legend of the Celebration Stone, an ancient treasure that could bring everyone together for the greatest party ever. But the stone was shattered a long time ago, and now they must find the missing pieces.
Their adventure takes them through uncharted caves and thrilling discoveries, learning the true power of friendship and unity along the way. Will they bring the Celebration Stone back together in time for the grand celebration?
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Tunes & shows
Thursday, Jan 2
Friday, January 3
Saturday, January 4
Sunday, Jan 5
Tuesday, Jan 7
Wednesday, Jan 8
Comedy & storytelling
Thursday, January 2
- ​Improv Jam is happening at Recycled Minds from 6:30-8:30pm. It’s a free monthly event and all ages are welcome.
Saturday, Jan 4
- ​Broken Resolutions Comedy Show is happening at Recycled Minds starting at 8pm. Through a blend of improv, storytelling, and stand-up, it’s a celebration of life’s twists and turns. Tix are $16. A reminder to find both humor and heart in the unexpected this New Year!
- ​Let’s Get Weird is happening at The Balcony Club from 8-10pm this Saturday! Slip away into an alternate timeline and celebrate your inner weirdo. Tix are $20.
Food finds & things to drink
Warm up with hot pot!
- ​KPot has all-you-can-eat KBBQ and hot pot seven days a week, located on Eagle Rd near The Village. The menu includes tons of traditional soup bases, veggies, sliced meats, dipping sauces, and sides. Plus, tons of yummy drinks (the passionfruit soju mule looks amazing!)
- ​Umi is a Japanese shabu shabu restaurant located on Fairview Rd off of Eagle Rd. They have tons of appetizers, like egg rolls and gyoza, plus a variety of soup bases, meats, veggies, and sushi rolls. Come hungry and leave warmed up from the inside out! These meals are the definition of comfort and healing food. Open til late if you’re looking for a late night bite :)
- ​Magnificent Garden in Boise is another great option for KBBQ. It’s more established in the area and a local favorite!
Tuesday, Jan 7
- ​Dry January: N/A Wines & Mocktail Class is happening at the unCorked Wine Bar in Boise from 6-8pm. You’ll get to try three different N/A wines and three different mocktails, plus snacks provided by the Boise Co-op. Tix are $35 for members, or $45 for non-members. Happy Dry January to those who celebrate!!
Wednesday, Jan 8
- ​Kat’s Cellar Raid Wine Social is happening at House Of Wine from 6:30-8pm. Ever wondered what is in their Founder’s cellar? Answer: too much wine! Enjoy some gems from her collection in this unique and fun social tasting. There will also be light charcuterie. Tix are $55, or free for Flight Club members. What a great way to start the year!
Things to do
Thursday, Jan 2
- Yogafort presents Align & Rise: Flow into 2025 w/ Christina Braun and Jesse D tonight at 5:30pm! It’s a high energy party yoga experience, so be sure to bring the energy! Tix are $40.
- ​Catalyst Arts Collaborative is having First Thursday at Common Ground Coffee & Market (6427 W Ustick Rd) from 5-7pm today!
- ​“Construction: Building Our Future Together” is happening at Art Source Gallery on Grove St from 5-9pm. The exhibit reflects both the challenges we face and the exciting possibilities ahead for Boise and its thriving art scene. Mingle with the artists while you enjoy free refreshments and listen to live music!
Thursday, Jan 2 - Friday, Jan 3
- There’s two Wearable Art! Painted Clothes Winter Camps happening at Encore Creative Center (3017 S Meridian Rd) in Meridian from 1-4pm on Friday & Saturday. Kids can bring one or two items to paint and embellish. A solid colored scarf, shirt, pants, or jean jacket are all acceptable items. Cotton or denim is best. Tix are $128. Ages 8-12.
Friday, Jan 3
- There’s an Idaho Steelheads game vs. the Utah Grizzlies this Friday. Puck drops at 7:10pm. Tix are starting at $44 right now.
Saturday, Jan 4
- ​Poetic Tiger Gallery is opening three new exhibitions this Saturday from 10am-4pm, “The Art of Lore” as a group exhibition, “The Enchanted Forest: Tales from Outer Space” by Ten Yetman, and “Messages from the Midnight Garden” by Anita Inverarity. These works will be on display through January 25th.
- ​Boise Rockeoke- Sing-a-Long, Open Mic Night! is happening at the Lounge at the End of the Universe starting at 6pm. Doors open at 5pm. It’s free!
- ​Sonata, What Do You Want From Me?, presented by Pendulum Early Music, is playing at the Morrison Center starting at 3pm. It’s free!
- ​The Be By You Bayou is happening at Xanadu Boise Burners Alliance from 5pm-2am. To bring it all to life, there will be live music, local food vendors, local creatives, and interactive art to spark your imagination. Tix are $15 online or $20 dos and go to support Xanadu.
- ​All three Hobbit movies are playing at the Egyptian Theatre with showings at 1pm, 5pm, and 9pm. Calling all fantasy adventure lovers!!
- There’s an Idaho Steelheads game vs. the Utah Grizzlies this Friday. Puck drops at 7:10pm. Tix are starting at $44 right now.
- There’s a Boise State Men's Basketball game vs. San Diego State at Extra Mile Arena at 2pm. Tix are starting at $20.
Saturday, Jan 4 - Sunday, January 5
- ​The Treasure Valley Flea Market is happening at Expo Idaho from 9am-5pm on Saturday and 10am-4pm on Sunday. If you enjoy treasure hunting for all things vintage, old, and rusted, this is your place. Tix are $5 for adults, $2 for seniors, and kids 12 & under and free.
- ​The Great Train Show is also happening at Expo Idaho from 10am-4pm both days. Tix are $11 on Saturday and $10 on Sunday for adults, and kids 11 & under are free. Not exactly sure how they’re fitting both events but including both just in case you’re interested.
Tuesday, January 7
- There’s a Boise State Men's Basketball game vs. UNLV at Extra Mile Arena at 8:30pm. Tix are starting at $20.
- ​AI + The Future + You is happening at WaFd Corporate Offices (5777 North Meeker Avenue) in Boise, with a happy hour after at Cafe Olé on Eagle Rd. This is an event for professionals looking to learn more about AI automation and innovation. Check-in starts at 3pm, the presentation begins at 3:30pm, and its end at 6pm. Happy hour will go from 6:15-8pm!! It’s free, but seats are limited so be sure to RSVP beforehand. It’s a one-time event, so don’t miss this chance to gain some free knowledge :)
Wednesday, Jan 8
- ​The Author’s Toolbox: Novel Writing Skills for Any Genre with Benjamin Schwarting is happening at the Albertsons Library at Boise State from 6-8pm. This is the first of a six-week long workshop that teaches you the ins and outs of long-form writing. Great opportunity for writers looking to try something new this year!
- There’s an Idaho Steelheads game vs. the Florida Everblades this Friday. Puck drops at 7:10pm. Tix are starting at $44 right now.
- ​Cats Eye Creative Reuse (1747 S Broadway Ave) is having its Grand Opening this Wednesday from 11am-6pm. They'll be having a fill-a-bag sale on fabric and rubber stamps as well as a lil make & take craft station. Come cozy and stay for the art!
Just trust me…
​it's never too much​
Thanks for reading!
With love from Boise,
Carly
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