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On May 14th, Mayor Lauren McLean announced in a video posted on YouTube that the city of Boise’s mask mandate requiring the public to wear masks both indoors and outdoors has been officially lifted. McLean said in the emailed statement: "It is incredible to know that getting a free, readily available vaccine is all that stands between most Boise residents and a post-Covid world”.
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The fundraising team, The Nowhere Men, is set to present the "Heartstrings" virtual benefit concert for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society Friday, May 28, 2021. Fighting the fight against cancer, the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society aims to cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin's disease, and myeloma — but they can't do it alone.Heartstrings are bringing nine musicians together for the free virtual concert, including Boise's MYLO BYBEE. A trio band consists of two brothers and...
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New to Boise, Girl Powerful is a nonprofit organization on a mission to ensure all girls feel seen, valued and heard when they need it most. With a focus on providing a safe space for girls, Girl Powerful hosts enrichment courses led by the original Girl Powerful Journal based on socio-emotional learning (SEL).What is the Self-Love Workshop?The self-love workshop will focus on learning the importance of self-love while practicing self-love exercises. Sonya and Tedi, the sisters and brains behind...
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COVID-19 put a tremendous hardship on the service industry, thousands of service industry workers were either out of jobs or unable to make ends meet at what restaurants and bars remained open for to-go's and pickups. With cases seemingly dropping as of May 10, 2021, restaurants are slowly beginning to pick back up, however, finding workers has now become an issue.Many businesses have picked back up, they are still running slower than usual or significantly short-staffed due to the pand...
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Meet Girl Powerful. New to town, non-profit founders and sisters Tedi and Sonya Serge are on a mission to give female youth the tools to build a strong sense of self. These vibrant personalities utilize their previous education and experiences to ensure all girls feel seen, valued and heard. The Girl Powerful philosophy and mental health curriculum is based on socio-emotional learning (SEL) and is taught by these sisters skilled in understanding, connecting, and embracing.Meet the faces behind G...
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If Memorial Day has taught us one thing, it's to enjoy the time we have and to not waste it. Memorial Weekend is a time to reflect and appreciate those who have lost their lives fighting for our country. Idaho residents are all about having an active lifestyle and supporting the local economy. Whether you are spending time in town or out of town for Memorial Day, here are five fun ways to spend Memorial weekend.1. CampingIdahoans love their camping and Memorial weekend seems like the perfect...
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Gluten-free is probably one of the hardest diet restrictions out there. Gluten is in everything — spices, sauces, soups, salads, you name it, I guarantee gluten is hiding in it. This year, I went through a wave of potential health issues. I was recently diagnosed celiac, went on a completely gluten-free diet for months, then discovered I was in fact not celiac, but rather gluten intolerant.During those months, I made it my mission to find the best options around the Treasure Valley, when i...
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Totally Boise loves exploring the Treasure Valley, but one of our favorite explorations is finding new cultivating and delicious food spots. Over the past year, the Boise food scene has been expanding like we've never seen before. Now that Spring is in full bloom, check out these three food stops new to the Treasure Valley.Mala LunaA collective of Latin and Indigenious recipes, Mala Luna fits perfect into the hub of downtown Boise. General Manager, Chessa Hentrup, told Totally Boise that the...
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The pandemic has been a stressor on many families, businesses, and even nonprofit organizations. Recognizing the increased need for support, local nonprofit center Idaho Gives is extending its week-long efforts from April 29th to May 6th.Idaho Gives Highlights Local Nonprofit OrganizationsIdaho Gives is a resource for all Idaho nonprofits, an easy way to search and support local nonprofits of your choice. During Idaho Gives Week, the platform encourages donations to organizations and hosts prize...
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The average American produces around 2,072 pounds of trash per year — that's almost the weight of a compact car. In an effort to reduce waste, The City of Meridian and Republic Services will host its Trash or Treasure event May 1-2nd.
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Tired of wearing through your fingertips to strip that crusty hard water buildup from your faucets? Or worse yet, the unsightly soap scum from your showers? Use these pro tips from Boise plumber Brad Adams and say goodbye to your hard water problems for good.
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Child abuse is among one of the most horrific trauma's a child can go through. Based on the FY2018 report, around 678,000 children were victims of child abuse and maltreatment in the U.S. For over 14 years, radio host Keke Love has been an advocate for those children.After having to cancel the 'It Shouldn't Hurt To Be A Child' campaign in 2020, Keke is ready to rise up for children in a big way starting Monday, April 26, 2021.Keke is pledging to sit in every single seat at the Al...
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A survey sponsored by Welch's concluded that moms work an average of 98-hours per week. Working tirelessly, mothers always seem to go above and beyond expectations, which is why finding the perfect gift or activity to say, "I love you and appreciate you," can be hard.If you need help finding the perfect gift or Sunday activity for your mom this year, here are some fun and thoughtful ideas this Mother's Day.1. A Bouquet of Flowers or Plants from Local Treasure Valley ShopsA clas...
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Since 1956, the Parade of Homes has been an annual tradition during Spring and Fall. What is the Parade of Homes? A showcase of home designs in new construction by some of the Building Contractors Association builders. Homes showcased during the Parade of Homes are based on the "Tradition of Building Excellence."
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The Experience Idaho Expo is geared towards everything local — outdoor adventure, music, craft beer, local artists, boats and Rv's, and over 100 Idaho companies.Scheduled for Saturday, June 5th, the all-day event comes with FREE admission allowing guests the opportunity to support their favorite local vendors.Support Local Idaho Art, Brands & BusinessesSome local Idaho favorite businesses like Vertical View Climbing Gym and Section 37 Axe Room will be in attendance along with hundr...
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