Christmas in the City 2011

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welcome Twinkly lights, Santa Claus,

bright holiday decorations, festive window displays, great shopping and delightful entertainment. It’s Christmas in the City, and Downtown Boise is the place to be!

Treat yourself to Boise’s best holiday shopping, dining and entertainment options at more than 300 locations. Surprise your kids with a visit to Jolly old Saint Nick and gather with friends and neighbors for special holiday events, music, food and much more.

Inside this publication, you will find what you’ll need to enjoy shopping, dining, relaxing and parking in Downtown Boise during the holidays. You can also get more information online at downtownboise.org.

So, deck the halls, jingle the bells, take a walk in a winter wonderland and have yourself a merry little Christmas in Downtown Boise!

—Downtown Boise Association

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Musical events fill the holidays The holidays bring a buzz of excitement to Downtown Boise that you won’t find anywhere else. During this special time of year, Downtown is filled with the sights, sounds and delights of the season.

This year, Downtown Boise is featuring a number of musical events to usher in the holiday season. So bundle up and treat yourself to these unique signature events that happen only once a year during Christmas in the City.

Enjoy beautiful music and songs at Hymns of Thanksgiving on Sunday, Nov. 20. The concert begins at 7:30 p.m. at CenturyLink Arena and features a community choir and orchestra of 350 musicians. Seating is open and no tickets are required. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and guests that evening are invited to make a monetary donation to the Idaho Foodbank. For more information, visit hymnsthanks.com.

Rock out this holiday season with the Trans-Siberian Orchestra on Wednesday, Nov. 23, with performances at 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. at Taco Bell Arena. Get ready for the timeless classic Christmas Eve and Other Stories in its entirety, followed by excerpts from the upcoming Rock Theater installment Gutter Ballet and The New York Blues Express. Don’t miss the group’s unique combination of storytelling, musicianship and awe-inspiring production. For information and

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tickets, visit tacobellarena.com.

The annual Zions Bank Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration is one of Boise’s favorite community-wide events. Gather with family and friends on Saturday, Nov. 26 from 5-7 p.m. in the Grove Plaza and welcome in the holiday season with the lighting of the community Christmas tree, live music, caroling, candle lighting and food and beverages.

Get your oompah on with local high school, college and community tuba and baritone players known collectively as Boise Tuba Christmas. The group will be serenading Downtown Boise with more than 20 traditional Christmas carols with two free performances on Saturday, Dec. 3. Concerts will begin at 3:30 p.m. on Grove Plaza and at 4:30 p.m. in the State Capitol Rotunda.

Amahl and the Night Visitors, Menotti’s classic holiday story of faith and miracles, will be presented during Opera Idaho Sings Christmas! on Saturday, Dec. 3, at 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., and on Sunday, Dec. 4 at 2:30 p.m. at the Egyptian Theatre. Following the star of Bethlehem, the Three Kings take shelter at the home of Amahl, a crippled young shepherd who lives with his widowed mother. The boy offers a gift to the Christ Child and those gathered witness a miracle. Boise mezzo-soprano Tiffany Calas again stars as Amahl’s Mother.

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box office. For more information visit operaidaho.org.

The Boise State Music Department will celebrate the season at the annual Family Holiday Concert on Sunday, Dec. 4 at 7:30 p.m. at the Morrison Center.

This is a yearly tradition for Treasure Valley music lovers. Visit music.boisestate. edu for more details.

Ballet Idaho joins Boise Philharmonic and Opera Idaho’s Children’s Chorus to present The Nutcracker on Friday, Dec. 9 at 8 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 10 at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m., and Sunday, Dec. 11 at 2 p.m. at the Boise State Special Events Center. This glittering classic ballet is a family tradition that will warm your spirit. With music by Tchaikovsky and choreography by Ballet Idaho Artistic Director Peter Anastos, the performance features beautiful and original scenery and costumes, dancers from Ballet Idaho and a cast of children from across the Treasure Valley. Visit balletidaho.org for more information and tickets.

Handel’s Messiah is another holiday tradition that families and classical music lovers look forward to all year. It will be performed by Boise Philharmonic and the Boise Philharmonic Master Chorale on Saturday, Dec. 17 at 7:30 p.m. and on Sunday, Dec. 18 at 2 p.m. at the Morrison Center. Visit boisephilharmonic.org for more details. www. bo iseweekly .co m

The audience will get to be part of the action at A Christmas Carol by sitting directly on stage as the immortal story of redemption by Charles Dickens is performed. Watch as miserly Ebenezer Scrooge meets his past, present and future in a single night and learns lessons that change his life. The production is part of the Family Reading Series presented by Morrison Center Arts Education and will be performed on Sunday, Dec. 18 at 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. at the Morrison Center. Visit mc.boisestate. edu/tickets.html to purchase tickets.

Mannheim Steamroller will keep the music going just days before Christmas when the mega-band rolls into Boise on Thursday, Dec. 22 for performances at 4 p.m. at 8 p.m. at the Morrison Center.

Chip Davis, the mastermind behind the group, directs and co-produces the West Coast touring ensemble’s trademark high-energy holiday production—complete with state-of-the-art multimedia effects. Visit mc.boisestate. edu for tickets.

Of course, not all holiday events in Boise are concerts: there’s the Holiday Farmers Market, annual Holiday Parade, City Tree Lighting Ceremony, Winter Window Gallery Stroll and much more.

Check the event calendar on Page 6 for a full listing of events.

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event guide Friday, Nov. 18 Gingerbread Holiday Village

6 p.m.

Boise State Student Union Jordan Ballroom Professional, amateur and youth chefs create exquisite, themed, gingerbread houses to be auctioned off as part of a gala dinner fundraiser for the Family Advocate Program, which works to keep abused children out of danger and in safe homes. Visit familyadvocate.org for information.

Saturday, Nov. 19 Boise Holiday Parade

9:45 a.m.

11th and Jefferson streets to Fourth Street to Idaho Street The Holiday Parade is a Boise tradition. Bring the family to this year’s parade to celebrate An Outdoor Idaho Christmas with Grand Marshals the Zamzow family. Visit boiseholidayparade.org for info.

Holiday Farmers Market

10 a.m.–2 p.m.

Eighth Street Featuring local winter produce, fresh Northwest cranberries, holiday wreaths and floral arrangements, Idaho specialty foods and wines, handmade cards, art and more.

Visit seeyouatthemarket.com for more information.

Idaho Steelheads Hockey

CenturyLink Arena Visit idahosteelheads.com for a full game schedule.

Sunday, Nov. 20

Hymns of Thanksgiving

7:30 p.m.

CenturyLink Arena A community choir and orchestra of 350 musicians will perform. Open seating, no tickets required. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the event is free to the public. Guests are invited to make a monetary donation to the Idaho Foodbank. Visit hymnsthanks. com for info.

Wednesday, Nov. 23 St. Alphonsus Festival of Trees

Trans-Siberian Orchestra

Taco Bell Arena 4 p.m. and 8 p.m.

Trans-Siberian Orchestra will perform the timeless classic Christmas Eve and Other Stories in its entirety, followed by excerpts from the upcoming Rock Theater installment Gutter Ballet and The New York Blues Express. Don’t miss TSO’s combination of storytelling, virtuoso musicianship and over-the-top production.

Visit tacobellarena.com for info.

Thursday, Nov. 24 Turkey Day 5K

6:30-7:30 a.m. registration, 8 a.m. race Join runners, joggers and walkers for a morning of fun along a scenic, flat 5k course highlighting Downtown Boise. The Turkey Day 5k Boise starts on Main Street at Capital Boulevard and follows a course around downtown, finishing on Eighth Street between Bannock and Idaho streets.

Wear a Thanksgiving costume for your chance at a special prize. Visit turkeyday-5k.com for details.

St. Alphonsus Festival of Trees

Boise Centre Visit saintalphonsus.org for info.

Friday, Nov. 25

Idaho Foodbank Empty Bowls Event

11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Grove Plaza Purchase a handcrafted bowl from local artists for $10 and have it filled with soup donated by local restaurants. Proceeds help to provide free emergency food to those in need.

Visit idahofoodbank.org for details.

A Candle in the Window

8 p.m.

Boise Little Theater, 100 E. Fort St. A small group of weary travelers discover the power of the season while trapped in a lonely train station on Christmas Eve. As a blizzard rages outside, the troubled people are forced to turn to each other for companionship. Performances run through Saturday, Dec. 17. Visit boiselittletheater.org for details.

Idaho Stampede Basketball

CenturyLink Arena Boise Centre Visit nba.com/dleague/idaho for a full During Thanksgiving week, Boise game schedule.

Centre becomes home to a wonderland of holiday beauty enhanced by a series of special events from the black-tie gala to breakfast with Santa designed to please people of all ages.

Visit saintalphonsus.org for info.

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Free Metered Parking

Downtown Boise All metered parking on downtown streets will be free throughout the day.

St. Alphonsus Festival of Trees

Boise Centre Visit saintalphonsus.org for info.

Saturday, Nov. 26

Zions Bank Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration

5-7 p.m.

Grove Plaza Bring your family to the event that lights up Downtown and welcomes the holiday season to Boise. The event includes the lighting of the community Christmas tree, live music, caroling, candle lighting and food and beverages. Visit downtownboise. org for information.

City Santa

11 a.m.-4 p.m.

DL Evans Bank, 213 N. Ninth St. For a small donation, children may tell Santa their Christmas wishes and have their picture taken with Old St. Nick. Proceeds benefit the American Cancer Society, made possible by DL Evans Bank. Visit downtownboise.org for info or see Page 10.

Giving Tree to benefit the Women’s and Children’s Alliance

Daily through Friday, Dec. 16 Grove Plaza Take a tag from the Giving Tree and support victims of domestic abuse and sexual assault by dropping off new, unwrapped gifts at the WCA office, 720 W. Washington St., from 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Mondays through Fridays, or at numerous Zion’s Bank locations across the valley. Visit wcaboise.org for more information.

Holiday Farmers Market 10 a.m.–2 p.m.

Eighth Street Visit seeyouatthemarket.com for more information.

Sunday, Nov. 27 St. Alphonsus Festival of Trees

Boise Centre Visit saintalphonsus.org for info.

Thursday, Dec. 1 First Thursday

5-9 p.m.

Downtown Boise Experience Downtown Boise at its finest as retailers, galleries and restaurants entertain you with a variety of mini-events, including the fifth annual Winter Window Gallery.

Find a map and listings of locations at downtownboise.org.

Winter Window Gallery Stroll

Daily through Saturday, Dec. 31 Downtown Boise Local artists and businesses have teamed up to create fantastic holiday window art for the sixth annual Winter Window Gallery Stroll. The event features the work of many local artists who have loaned their creative talents to dressing up downtown Boise in holiday style. Visit downtownboise.org for locations or see Page 11.

City Santa

5-8 p.m.

DL Evans Bank, 213 N. Ninth St. Visit with Old St. Nick.

Visit downtownboise.org for info.

Saturday, Dec. 3

Boise Tuba Christmas

3:30 p.m. at The Grove 4:30 p.m. in the State Capitol Rotunda Tuba and baritone players known Old Boise N-Scale Model collectively as Boise Tuba Christmas Railroaders and Santa will once again serenade downtown 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Boise with traditional Christmas Old Boise, Pioneer Building, carols. Each site will host a half-hour 106 N. Sixth St., Mezzanine 1 concert of more than 20 carols.

Visit the model railroaders exhibit, Members of the ensemble include complete with numerous towns, tuba players from local high schools, villages and trains. Santa Claus will local band directors, Boise State be available for free Polaroid pictures students and community members. as well as roaming the Old Boise

area, thanks to the support of the Old Boise Merchants Association. Visit

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Opera Idaho Sings Christmas!

2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.

Egyptian Theatre, 700 W. Main St. Enjoy Amahl and the Night Visitors, Menotti’s classic holiday story of faith and miracles, starring Boise mezzosoprano Tiffany Calas. Matinee performances and a special family ticket price are great for families.

Tickets available at the Egyptian box office. Visit operaidaho.org for more information.

Great Fruitcake Follies Baking Contest

Eighth Street, Downtown Not all fruitcakes are created equal.

Dig out your favorite recipe and take your best fruitcake to be judged by a panel of Capital City Public Market vendors. Visit seeyouatthemarket. com for more info.

City Santa

11 a.m.-4 p.m.

DL Evans Bank, 213 N. Ninth St. Visit with Old St. Nick.

Visit downtownboise.org for info.

Holiday Farmers Market 10 a.m.–2 p.m.

Eighth Street, downtown Visit seeyouatthemarket.com for more information.

Old Boise N-Scale Model Railroaders and Santa

10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Old Boise, Pioneer Building, 106 N. Sixth St., Mezzanine 1 Visit the model railroaders’ exhibit and Santa Claus. Visit oldboise.com for info.

Sunday, Dec. 4

Annual Family Holiday Concert

7:30–9:30 p.m.

Morrison Center The Boise State Music Department invites the community to celebrate the season with this yearly tradition for music lovers in the Treasure Valley. Visit music.boisestate.edu for details.

Opera Idaho Sings Christmas!

2:30 p.m.

Egyptian Theatre, 700 W. Main St. Tickets available at the Egyptian box office. Visit operaidaho.org for more information.

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Zions Bank Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration

Friday, Dec. 9 Ballet Idaho, The Nutcracker

8 p.m.

Boise State Special Events Center Ballet Idaho joins the Boise Philharmonic and Opera Idaho’s Children’s Chorus to present this annual production of The Nutcracker. This dazzling production with music by Tchaikovsky and choreography by Artistic Director Peter Anastos will transport you to a magical place. The performance will feature beautiful and original scenery and costumes, Ballet Idaho Company members and a large, enthusiastic cast of area children. This production is always a favorite of families and kids of all ages.

Visit balletidaho.org for information and tickets.

Saturday, Dec. 10 Free Parking Day

8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Thanks to the holiday spirit of Capital City Development Corporation, Republic Parking, The Car Park and Diamond Parking Services, parking will be free in many lots and structures across Downtown throughout the day. Visit downtownboise.org for more information or see Page 14.

Great Fruitcake Follies Downtown Caroling Contest

Grove Plaza Get your friends, classmates or office mates together and join in the fun. Groups competing in the caroling contest will be judged by volunteers based on presentation, movement and quality of singing.

Visit seeyouatthemarket.com for more information.

Ballet Idaho, The Nutcracker

2 p.m. and 8 p.m.

Boise State Special Events Center Visit balletidaho.org for information and tickets.

Holiday Farmers Market

10 a.m.–2 p.m.

Eighth Street Visit seeyouatthemarket.com for more information.

City Santa

11 a.m.-4 p.m.

DL Evans Bank, 213 N. Ninth St. Visit with Old St. Nick. Visit downtownboise.org for info.

Old Boise N-Scale Model Railroaders and Santa

10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Old Boise, Pioneer Building, 106 N. Sixth St., Mezzanine 1 Visit the model railroaders’ exhibit and Santa Claus. Visit oldboise.com for info.

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Ballet Idaho, The Nutcracker

2 p.m.

Boise State Special Events Center Visit balletidaho.org for information and tickets.

Saturday, Dec. 17 Handel’s Messiah

7:30 p.m.

Morrison Center Enjoy this holiday tradition for the whole family performed

by Boise Philharmonic and the Boise Philharmonic Master Chorale. Visit boisephilharmonic.org for information.

City Santa

11 a.m.-4 p.m.

DL Evans Bank, 213 N. Ninth St. Visit with Old St. Nick. Visit downtownboise.org for info.

Holiday Farmers Market

10 a.m.–2 p.m.

Eighth Street This is your last chance to take advantage of the holiday market before Christmas.

Visit seeyouatthemarket.com for more information.

Old Boise N-Scale Model Railroaders and Santa

10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Old Boise, Pioneer Building, 106 N. Sixth St., Mezzanine 1 Visit the model railroaders’ exhibit and Santa Claus. Visit oldboise.com for info. continued on page 10 a s p e c i a l p u b li c a t i o n

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(*) Denotes merchants who accept Downtown Boise Gift Cards

Children’s Clothing and Toys Art and Framing Sport and Outdoor Specialties * Buns in the Oven 413 S. Eighth St. Art Glass Etc. 280 N. Eighth St. * Bandanna Running & Walking * Cassis 819 W. Idaho St.

504 W. Main S * Basement Gallery 928 W. Main St. Shopping * BSU Bronco Shop 778 W. Broad S * Boise Art Glass 530 W. Myrtle St. * George’s Cycles & Fitness * Brown’s Gallery 408 S. Eighth St. Home Furnishings, Kitchen and Garden Apparel—Men’s

251 E. Front S * Anthropologie 822 W. Idaho St. * Alexander Davis * Cole Marr Gallery 404 S. Eighth St. * Helly Hansen 860 W. Broad S Dan Looney Underground Art * Atomic Treasures 409 S. Eighth St.

812 W. Bannock St. * Idaho Mountain Touring

816 W. Bannock St. * Epitome 121 N. Fifth St. Armanino Clothing 150 N. Eighth St.

1310 W. Main S * Gallery 601 211 N. 10th St. * Exposure a.l.p.h.a. Interchange Capital Ties 720 W. Idaho St. * Idaho Sporting Goods

213 N. 10th St. * Exposure a.l.p.h.a. Interchange Idaho Poster & Letterpress

1001 W. State S

280 N. Eighth St. * Latta 350 N. Ninth St.

213 N. 10th St. * Lululemon 214 N. Ninth S 409 S. Eighth St. * Renewal Consignment Homewares * Eyes of the World Imports Lee Gallery * McU Sports 822 W. Jefferson S * The Lisk Gallery 401 S. Eighth St.

517 S. Eighth St.

1576 W. Grove St. * Nelson School Supply * Picture This 215 N. Fifth St. * Second Chance Building * Fancy Pants 825 W. Idaho St.

419 N. 11th S * ReUse Gallery 1423 W. Grove St. Materials Center 1423 W. Grove St. * Helly Hansen 860 W. Broad St. * The North Face 800 W. Idaho S * Urban Outfitters 328 S. Eighth St. * Initial Response Embroidery Stewart Gallery * Prestige Skateboards 106 S. 11th S

1110 W. Jefferson St.

811 W. Bannock St. * See Jane Run 814 W. Idaho S * Ward Hooper Art Gallery Music * Jos A. Bank 380 S. Eighth St. It’s Christmas time. It’s crunch * Title Nine 170 N. Eighth S

745 W. Idaho St. * Dunkley Music 410 S. Capitol Blvd. * LUX Fashion Lounge

time. And you have no idea what * The Record Exchange * The Vandal Store 821 W. Idaho S

785 W. Idaho St.

1105 W. Idaho St. * McU Sports 822 W. Jefferson St. Art and Jewelry size your Aunt Sue wears, what mu* Art Source Gallery 1015 W. Main St. River City Guitars 574 W. Main St. Dining * The Modern Man 208 N. Ninth St. sic your brother listens to, what color American * Atomic Treasures 409 S. Eighth St. * The North Face 800 W. Idaho St. shirt your dad wants, or where your * Hal Davis Jewelers News and Smoke * To The Nynes 168 N. Ninth St. * Addie’s 501 W. Main S

921 W. Jefferson St. * Tom James Co. 720 W. Idaho St. * Bardenay 610 W. Grove S * Hannifin’s 1024 W. Main St. coworker likes to eat. * Portsche’s Jewelry Boutique * Sturman’s Smoke Shop * Urban Outfitters 238 S. Eighth St. * Bittercreek Alehouse/ No problemo. The Downtown

206 N. Ninth St. Red Feather Lounge

218 N. 10th St. * Precious Metal Arts * The Underground Mini Mart Apparel—Shoes

246 N. Eighth S Boise Giftcard is a great idea for

280 N. Eighth St. * Bonefish Grill 855 W. Broad S

280 N. Eighth St. * Fancy Pants 825 W. Idaho St. anyone on your list. Accepted at * R. Grey Jewelry Gallery

* Brick Oven Bistro 801 W. Main S * Foot Dynamics 1021 W. Main St. more than 250 downtown Boise

415 S. Eighth St. Optical * Falcon Tavern 705 W. Bannock S * Shoez/Piece Unique Clothing

* Steve Rambo Jewelers * Artisan Optics Five Guys Burgers & Fries

404 S. Eighth St. shops, restaurants and entertain190 N. Eighth St.

902 W. Main St.

321 S. Eighth S * Urban Outfitters 238 S. Eighth St. * Mr. Peabody’s Optical Shoppe

ment venues, cards can help solve * Fork 199 N. Eighth St.170

404 S. Eighth St. Body Care Products * Goldy’s 108 S. Capitol Blv the question, “Should I get mom a Apparel—Women The Huddle Sports Grill * Dv8 Salon 1025 W Main St. Photography and Portraits * American Clothing Gallery, Inc.

necklace or a new coat?” Give her

205 N. 10th S * Floating Feather Day Spa * Cherished Images Photography

100 N. Eighth St.

a Downtown Boise Giftcard and let * Moon’s Kitchen 712 W. Idaho S

602 W. Idaho St. * Ann Taylor Loft 370 S. Eighth St.

404 S. Eighth St. * Old Chicago 730 W. Idaho S * Graeber & Company Salon & Spa her enjoy a delightful downtown * Anthropologie 822 W. Idaho St. * Cole/Marr Gallery 404 S. Eighth St. * Piper Pub & Grill 150 N. Eighth S

350 N. Ninth St. * Atomic Treasures 409 S. Eighth St. * Lisk Gallery 401 S. Eighth St. experience where she can get what * Barbara Barbara & Co. * Hair at the Hoff 810 W. Bannock St. Steve Welsh Photography * Plaza Grill Restaurant she wants.

1109 W. Main S * Le Belle Epoque 106 N. Sixth St.

834 W. Bannock St.

1191 W. Grove St. * Reef 105 S. Sixth S

* Chic Bridal Boutique * Tanzanite Salon & Spa Downtown Boise Giftcards can Solid Grill & Bar 405 S. Eighth S

220 N. Ninth St. Specialty Food and Beverage 404 S. Eighth St. be purchased in amounts of $10 to * TableRock BrewPub * Chico’s 816 W. Idaho St. * Basque Market 608 W. Grove St.

705 W. Fulton S $50 and can be used to purchase * Cricket Clothing Co. of Boise Books, Games and Magazines * The Chocolat Bar

* All About Games! 120 N. Eighth St.

817 W. Idaho St.

805 W. Bannock St. everything from a cup of coffee and Asian Christian Science Reading Room * City Peanut Shop * Dragonfly 414 W. Main St.

a muffin to tickets to Steelheads Baguette Deli 276 N. Eighth S

222 N. 10th St. * Ella’s Room “The Place for Lingerie”

803 W. Bannock St. 855 W. Broad S * The Edge 1105 W. Idaho St.

413 S. Eighth St. Hockey at CenturyLink Arena. Much Idaho Candy Company * Happy Fish * Mai Thai 750 W. Idaho S

* Eyes of the World Imports * Rediscovered Bookshop

412 S. Eighth St. more than just a piece of plastic,

180 N. Eighth St.

1576 W. Grove St. * Snake River Winery Mongolian Grill & Bar

801 W. Bannock S

the Downtown Boise Giftcard offers * Exposure a.l.p.h.a. Interchange * Trip Taylor Bookseller

786 W. Broad St. 110 N. 11th S

212 N. 10th St.

213 N. 10th St. *The Underground Mini Mart * Oriental Express a wide, wonderful shopping experi* PF Chang’s China Bistro * Fancy Pants 825 W. Idaho St.

280 N. Eighth St. ence that is hard to beat.

391 S. Eighth S * Helly Hansen 860 W. Broad St. Business and Stationery Products * Pho Nouveau 780 W. Idaho S * Initial Response Embroidery * Business Interiors of Idaho Specialty Shops * Shige Express 150 N. Eighth S

222 N. Ninth St.

176 S. Capitol Blvd.

—Patti Murphy * Atomic Treasures 409 S. Eighth St. * Shige Japanese Cuisine * Lululemon Athletica 214 N. Ninth St. * Cheers 828 W. Idaho St. * BSU Bronco Shop 778 W. Broad St.

150 N. Eighth S * LUX Fashion Lounge Idaho Blueprint & Supply Co. * Buns in the Oven 413 S. Eighth St. * Shige Japanese Steakhouse

785 W. Idaho St.

619 W. Main St. * Chic Bridal Boutique

150 N. Eighth S * McU Sports 822 W. Jefferson St. * MacLife 421 S. Eighth St. GiftCards can be purchased

404 S. Eighth St. * Superb Sushi 280 N. Eighth S * The North Face 800 W. Idaho St. * Office Depot 722 W. Broad St. * Ella’s Room “The Place for Lingerie” at these locations: * Yen Ching Restaurant * Piece Unique Clothing/Shoez * Paisley Roberts Papers & Presents

413 S. Eighth St.

305 N. Ninth S

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237 N. Ninth St. * Eyes of the World Imports

Yoi Tomo Sushi & Grill * Pink 274 N. Eighth St. Online at downtownboise.org

1576 W. Grove St.

504 S. Capitol Blv The Rolling Rack 405 S. Eighth St. Cards and Gifts * Indie Made 106 N. Sixth St. * Zen Bento 1000 W. Main S * See Jane Run 814 W. Idaho St. BSU Bronco Shop * Cheers 828 W. Idaho St. * Initial Response 222 N. Ninth St. * Title Nine 170 N. Eighth St. * Dragonfly 414 W. Main St. 778 W. Broad St., 208-426-4648 * Maclife 421 S. Eighth St. Basque * Tom James Co. 720 W. Idaho St. * The Edge 1105 W. Idaho St. Que Pasa 409 S. Eighth St. * Urban Outfitters 328 S. Eighth St. * Basque Market 608 W. Grove S * Flying M Coffeehouse Shades N More Flying M Coffeehouse 108 S. 11th St. * White House-Black Market

* Gernika Basque Pub & Eatery

500 W. Idaho St. * The Vandal Store 821 W. Idaho St. 500 W. Idaho St., 208-345-4320

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202 S. Capitol Blv * Paisley Roberts Papers & Presents * Leku Ona Fine Basque

237 N. Ninth St. Dining and Spirits 117 S. Sixth S * Taters “On the Grove”

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800 W. Idaho St. * Bacon 915 W. Idaho St. * Ben & Jerry’s 103 N. 10th St. * Blimpie’s On the Grove

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Cafe Levezzo 219 N. 10th. St. Deli at the Grove 101 S. Capitol Blvd. * Gandolfo’s Deli 401 S. Eighth St. * Goldy’s Corner 625 W. Idaho St. * Jamba Juice 132 N. Eighth St. * Jenny’s Lunch Line 560 W. Main St. Jimmy John’s Gourmet Sandwiches

598 W. Main St. * Pita Pit 746 W. Main St. * The Metro Cafe 981 W. Grove St. The Press 212 N. Ninth St. * Willi B’s Sandwich Saloon

225 N. Fifth St. * Yen Ching 305 N. Ninth St. * Zeppole Baking Company

217 N. Eighth St. Coffee * Alia’s Coffeehouse 908 W. Main St. * Cole/Marr Photography Workshops & Coffeehouse 404 S. Eighth St. * Dawsons Downtown Coffee & Roasting Company

219 N. Eighth St. * The District Coffeehouse

110 S. Fifth St. * The Edge 1105 W. Idaho St. * The Fixx 224 N. 10th St. * Flying M Coffeehouse

500 W. Idaho St. * Java Downtown 223 N. Sixth St. * Le Cafe De Paris

204 N. Capitol Blvd. * La Vie En Rose European Bakery & Bistro 928 W. Main St. * The Metro Cafe 981 W. Grove St. * Moxie Java 570 W. Main St. * Moxie Java on the Grove Plaza

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* Chandler’s Steakhouse

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981 W. Grove St.

* Cottonwood Grille 913 W. River St. vd. * Emilio’s 245 S. Capitol Blvd.

St. * Lock, Stock & Barrel

1100 W. Jefferson St. * The Melting Pot 200 N. Sixth St. St.

vd. French * Le Cafe De Paris

204 N. Capitol Blvd.

St. * La Vie En Rose 928 W. Main St.

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Body Art Studios * Office Depot 722 W. Broad St. Italian

Mind’s Eye Body Art Tablerock Printing * Asiago’s 1002 W. Main St.

1115 W. Grove St.

280 N. Eighth St. * Old Chicago 730 W. Idaho St. 1023 W. Main St. * Old Spaghetti Factory * Nobody’s Hero Spit Shade Tattoo 211 S. Sixth St. Sewing and Alterations

610 W. Idaho St. Alterations Excellence

Hair and Beauty

404 S. Eighth St. Mexican Ninth St Barber Shop Alterations Master 1020 W. Main St. * Cafe Ole 404 S. Eighth St. * The Cotton Club 106 N. Sixth St.

210 N. Ninth St. Casa Del Sol 409 S. Eighth St. * Initial Response Embroidery

10th St. Hair Company * Matador 215 N. Eighth St.

811 W. Bannock St.

205 N. 10th St. * Pollo Rey 222 N. Eighth St. Attitudes Salon & Spa * Taso’s Tailor Shop 220 N. 10th St.

106 N. Sixth St., Ste. A Other Ethnic Armanino 735 W. Idaho St. Shoe Repair * Bombay Grill 928 W. Main St. Boise Barber 928 W. Main St. Robert Riebe’s Downtown * Cazba 211 N. Eighth St.

Shoe Repair 109 N. 10th St. * Ha’Penny Irish Pub Customized Hair

928 W. Main St., Ste. C

855 W. Broad St. * dV8 1025 W. Main St. Travel Services * Taj Mahal 150 N. Eighth St. The Electric Chair 783 W. Idaho St. Global Travel 900 W. Jefferson St. * Edge 1109 W. Main St. Travel Centre 580 W. Main St. Pizza * Fete Style Bar 110 N. Eighth St. * Flatbread Community Oven

* Floating Feather Day Spa Visitor Services

615 W. Main St.

602 W. Idaho St. 107 Boise Convention & Visitors Bureau * The Front Door 105 S. Sixth St. * Graeber & Company Salon and Spa

1199 W. Main St. Guido’s New York Style Pizzeria

350 N. Ninth St. Boise Metro Chamber of Commerce

235 N. Fifth St. * Hair at the Hoff 810 W. Bannock St.

250 S. Fifth St. * Old Chicago 730 W. Idaho St. Hairlines 409 S. Eighth St. 100 Buy Idaho 404 S. Eighth St. * Pie Hole 205 N. Eighth St. Illuminate Salon 214 N. 10th St. Concierge Corner Grove Plaza * Proto’s Pizza 345 S. Eighth St. * Le Belle Epoque 106 N. Sixth St. Downtown Boise Association

Tony’s Pizzeria Del Teatro

* Lunatic Fringe Salon

720 W. Idaho St.

105 N. Capitol Blvd.

874 W. Broad St. Lunch Box 104 S. Capitol Blvd. Arts and Entertainment Specialties and Deli * Pamper Salon & Spa

Cultural Attractions and Organizations * Alia’s Coffeehouse 908 W. Main St.

160 N. Eighth St. * Basque Market 608 W. Grove St. 501 S. Eighth St. Platinum Beauty Lounge Ballet Idaho Deli at the Grove

* Basque Museum & Cultural Center

1020 W. Main St.

101 S. Capitol Blvd.

611 W. Grove St. * Roots Salon 214 N. 10th St. * Gandolfo’s Deli 401 S. Eighth St. Boise Art Museum

Salon 117 1111 W. Grove St. Jimmy John’s Gourmet Sandwiches

670 Julia Davis Drive Salon 162 404 S. Eighth St.

598 W. Main St.

* Scot Christopher Hair Design * Boise Contemporary Theater

854 Fulton St.

204 N. Ninth St. Services * Tanzanite Salon & Spa Boise Philharmonic 516 S. Ninth St. Boise Public Library

Banks & ATMs

220 N. Ninth St.

715 S. Capitol Blvd.

Bank of America 1200 W. Main St. * Top Notch Hair Design

The Cabin Literacy Center

Bank of America

280 N. Eighth St.

801 S. Capitol Blvd.

280 S. Capitol Blvd.

Your Image Barber Styling

* Discovery Center of Idaho

Bank of the Cascades

1221 W. Grove St.

131 W. Myrtle St.

121 N. Ninth St. Esther Simplot Performing Arts Bank of the Cascades Health and Fitness Academy 516 S. Ninth St. 209 N. 12th St. Curves 911 W. Jefferson St. Idaho Black History Museum

Bank of the West 827 W. Idaho St. D*fine Athletic Club

508 Julia Davis Drive Banner Bank 950 W. Bannock St.

245 S. Capitol Blvd.

Idaho Dance Theatre Inc.

Chase Bank 175 N. Capitol Blvd.

Endurance Training & Fitness

405 S. Eighth St. DL Evans Bank 213 N Ninth St.

1114 W. Jefferson St. * Idaho State Historical Museum Idaho Advantage Credit Union * Heirloom Dance Studio

610 Julia Davis Drive

249 N. Ninth St.

765 W. Idaho St. Opera Idaho 513 S. Eighth St. Idaho Independent Bank Knockout Body Boot Camp

Trey McIntyre Project, 775 Fulton St.

317 N. Ninth St.

814 W. Jefferson St. TrICA 314 S. Ninth St. Idaho Trust National Bank Lindsey A. Lee Massage Therapy * Zoo Boise 355 Julia Davis Drive

888 W. Broad St.

910 W. Main St. Idaho Trust National Bank ATM * Sage Yoga & Wellness

Movie Theaters

777 W. Broad St.

242 N. Eighth St. Key Bank of Idaho 702 W. Idaho St. * Well Beings Massage * Edwards Boise Downtown Stadium 9

760 W. Broad St. Mountain West Bank

106 N. Sixth St. * Egyptian Theatre 700 W. Main St.

800 W. Bannock St. Your Fitness Your Life 646 Fulton St. Syringa Bank 999 W. Main St. Personal Training * The Flicks U.S. Bank 101 S. Capitol Blvd.

199 N. Capitol Blvd.

Event Centers U.S. Bank 205 N. 10th St. Washington Federal Liquor Store The Adelmann Events Center

1001 W. Idaho St.

622 W. Idaho St. * Idaho State Liquor Store

Washington Trust Bank

Basque Center 601 W. Grove St.

1101 W. Grove St.

901 W. Bannock St. Beside Bardenay 612 W. Grove St. Wells Fargo Bank Printing and Copies Boise Centre 850 W. Front St.

505 W. Bannock St. * CenturyLink Arena

Biz Print 600 W. Front St. Wells Fargo Bank 877 W. Main St.

245 S. Capitol Blvd.

Idaho Blueprint & Supply Co.

Zions Bank 890 W. Main St.

619 W. Main St.

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Crystal Ballroom

802 W. Bannock St. C.W. Moore Penthouse

250 S. Fifth St. The Grove Plaza

Eighth and Main streets * Idaho State Historical Museum

610 Julia Davis Drive * The Knitting Factory 416 S. Ninth St. Linen Building Event Center

1402 W. Grove St. The Rose Room 718 W. Idaho St. Market Capital City Public Market

Eighth Street Sporting Events * Idaho Stampede Basketball

245 S. Capitol Blvd. * Idaho Steelheads Hockey

245 S. Capitol Blvd.

Nightlife Night Clubs and Bars Balcony Club 150 N. Eighth St. * The Bar at the Grove

245 S. Capitol Blvd.

Basque Center Bar 601 W. Grove St. * The Bouquet 1010 W. Main St. Cactus Bar 517 W. Main St. China Blue 100 S. Sixth St. Dirty Little Roddy’s 100 S. Sixth St. * The Gamekeeper Lounge

1109 W. Main St. Grainey’s Basement 107 S. Sixth St. Humpin’ Hannah’s 621 W. Main St. The Huddle Sports Grill

205 N. 10th St. * The Knitting Factory 416 S. Ninth St. * Leku Ona Lounge 117 S. Sixth St. Liquid Lounge 405 S. Eighth St. * The Lobby 760 W. Main St. Mack & Charlie’s 507 W. Main St. * Main Street Bistro 607 W. Main St. * Matador 215 N. Eighth St. * The Modern Hotel & Bar

1314 W. Grove St. Mulligan’s Bar 1009 W. Main St. * Neurolux Lounge 111 N. 11th St. * Old Chicago 730 W. Idaho St. Pengilly’s Saloon 513 W. Main St. * Piper Pub & Grill 150 N. Eighth St. Pitchers & Pints 1108 W. Front St. * Reef 105 S. Sixth St. Sammy’s 507 W. Main St. Tenth Street Station 104 N. 10th St. Tom Grainey’s 109 S. Sixth St. Twig’s Cellar Wine Bar

816 W. Bannock St. Hotels and Lodging * Grove Hotel 245 S. Capitol Blvd. * Hampton Inn & Suites

495 S. Capitol Blvd. * Hotel 43 981 W. Grove St. IdaHostel 280 N. Eighth St. * Leku Ona Basque Hotel

111 S. Sixth St. * Owyhee Plaza Hotel

1109 W. Main St. * Safari Inn Downtown

1070 W. Grove St. * The Modern Hotel & Bar

1314 W. Grove St.

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Sunday, Dec. 18 A Christmas Carol

2 p.m. and 4 p.m.

Morrison Center Recital Hall Be a part of the action as you take a seat on the stage to enjoy the classic story of redemption by Charles Dickens. Part of the Family Reading Series presented by Morrison Center Arts Education. Visit mc.boisestate.edu for information.

Handel’s Messiah

2 p.m.

Morrison Center Visit boisephilharmonic.org for information.

Thursday, Dec. 22 Sunday, Dec. 25

Mannheim Steamroller Miracle on Idaho 4 p.m. and 8 p.m.

Street Morrison Center Celebrate your holidays with Mannheim Steamroller, when it brings its beloved Christmas concert to Boise.

The shows will feature the favorite Christmas music of Mannheim Steamroller along with state of the art multimedia effects. Visit mc.boisestate.edu for details.

11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Old Chicago, 730 W. Idaho St. For the eighth year, more than 1,000 of Boise’s homeless and displaced guests will be provided with a Christmas celebration. For more information, call 208-3630037.

city santa Catch up with the chief elf Generations of children have sat on Santa’s lap and whispered their secret Christmas wishes in his ear, believing with all their hearts that on Christmas morning, the jolly old elf will deliver the goods.

To celebrate this magical tradition, Santa is heading to Downtown Boise this holiday season at DL Evans Bank on the corner of Ninth and Idaho streets. Children can visit him every Saturday from Nov. 26 through Dec. 17 from 11 a.m.4 p.m., and on First Thursday, Dec. 1 from 5-8 p.m.

A visit to Santa is worth 1,000 words, but for a small donation you can have a photo taken of your child and Santa together. And in the true spirit of the holidays, all donations will benefit the American Cancer Society to help in cancer research, education and other services.

So bundle up the kids, let them whisper in Santa’s ear, get a photo snapped to save the memory, help the American Cancer Society and do some downtown shopping—all in one trip. Don’t miss out on this Christmas tradition—Saint Nick only stays around for so long.

—Patti Murphy

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Winter Window Gallery Stroll decorates the city Angels, snowmen, Santa, wreaths, bells, stockings, Christmas trees: You never know what symbols of the holidays you might see in Downtown Boise store windows this holiday season.

Store windows throughout Downtown will feature the artwork of more than a dozen local artists who have help dress up the city in Christmas cheer. The artful windows are all part of the Winter Window Gallery Stroll, a project of the Downtown Boise Association and the Boise Department of Art and History.

The artwork will be on display throughout the holiday season, making it the perfect excuse to take the family on a stroll through Downtown. Don’t miss the official opening of the holiday tradition on First Thursday, Dec. 1. ­—Patti Murphy

Winter Window locations and artists: American Clothing Gallery Inc. 100 N. Eighth St. Lisa Flowers Ross Artisan Optics 190 N. Eighth St. Julie Rumsey Banner Bank 950 W. Bannock St. Crystal Roberts Brick Oven Bistro 801 W. Main St. Mary Butler

Fete Style Bar 110 N. Eighth St. Nicolet Laursen

Le Cafe de Paris 204 N. Capitol Blvd.

Angel Edwards

Floating Feather Day Spa 602 W. Idaho St. Julie Rumsey

MacLife 421 S. Eighth St. Rachel Reisenauer

Flying M Coffeehouse 500 W. Idaho St. Rick Walter

The Melting Pot 200 N. Sixth St. Brian Schreiner

Goldy’s Corner 625 W. Main St. Angi Grow

The Modern Hotel 1314 W. Grove St. Amy Granger/Boise Contemporary Theater

Buns In the Oven 413 S. Eighth St. Brenda Raub

Hampton Inn and Suites Boise/Downtown 495 S. Capitol Blvd.

Matt Evans

Cassis 819 W. Idaho St. Julie Rumsey

Hannah’s 621 W. Main St. Patrick Davis

DL Evans Bank 213 N. Ninth St. Andrea Owen

Idaho Mountain Touring 1310 W. Main St. Julie Rumsey

Dv8 Salon 1025 W. Main St. Julie Rumsey

Idaho State Historical Museum 610 N. Julia Davis Drive Andrea Owen

Empire Building 205 N. 10th St. Lauren Kitsner Eyes Of The World Imports 1576 W. Grove St. Angela Carlson

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Idaho Trust Bank 888 W. Broad St. Lauren Kitsner Jamba Juice 132 N. Eighth St. Julie Rumsey

Old Boise: Pioneer Tent Building 106 N. Sixth St. Ronnie Cyr Old Boise: Ceramica Building 510 W. Main St. Renaissance High School Snake River Winery 786 W. Broad St. Mike Bryant Solid Grill and Bar 404 S. Eighth St. Julia Green Washington Trust Bank 901 W. Bannock St. Angi Grow Zen Bento 1000 W. Main St. Lisa Flowers Ross a s p e c i a l p u b li c a t i o n

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holiday Ho-Ho-Holiday Deals in Downtown Boise Yes, Virginia, there are some great deals available in Downtown Boise during Christmas in the City. Merchants are brimming with the holiday spirit and can help you find everything on your list. Or, if you aren’t sure what to give, consider a Downtown Boise Gift Card, accepted most everywhere—they make great stocking stuffers too.

Here are just some of the specials you’ll find downtown this Christmas.

Retail Deals Art Source Gallery (1015 W. Main St., 208-331-3374, artsourcegallery. com) The gallery will extend its hours on Friday, Nov. 18 and Friday, Dec. 16, keeping the doors open until 9 p.m. In November, check out live painting demonstrations, and in December, check out jewelry artists doing metalsmithing.

Artisan Optics (190 N. Eighth St., 208-338-0500, artisanoptics.com) Through Saturday, Dec. 31, Artisan Optics will be giving away $100 gift cards toward the purchase of prescription Zeiss 3D customized lenses. What do you have to do to get this deal? Just mention that you read about it in the Christmas in the City guide. Get details at the store, but remember that the deal can’t be combined with your insurance.

Barbara Barbara & Co (834 W. Bannock St., 208-342-2002) The women’s clothing boutique has tons of cute winter scarves for less than $20. A Downtown fixture for more than two decades, the Barbara Barbara carries the latest fashions and statement pieces for women.

Boise Art Museum (670 S. Julia Davis Drive, 208-345-8330, boiseartmuseum.org) Check out BAM’s selection of holiday cards, ornaments and decor. The annual Members’ Appreciation sale, when members get 20 percent off every purchase runs Thursday, Dec. 1-Sunday, Dec. 4. The museum will host a trunk show with local jeweler Jamison Rae on Saturday, Nov. 26-Sunday, Nov. 27, as well as a book signing by Nick Collias on Thursday, Dec. 1.

Bronco Shop at Bodo (778 W. Broad St., 208-426-4648, broncoshop.com) Just $5 for a Bronco T-shirt? Yup­.

Throughout the holiday season (beginning Friday, Nov. 25) get your $5 tees while supplies last. Go Broncos!

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Buns in the Oven (413 S. Eighth St., Ste. A, 208-342-5689, bunsintheoven@ mac.com) Don’t miss the “Get Your Gifts Early” discount shopping day on Saturday, Nov. 19 when you can get 20 percent off select toys, books and more. Free gift-wrapping and gift bags with all purchases, as well as treats and special promotions throughout the Christmas season.

Ask about corporate and military discounts.

Downtown Boise Association (208-4725251, downtownboise.org) If you or someone on your holiday gift list digs the Downtown Boise Alive After Five Summer Concert series, here’s your chance to show your fandom. Purchase any Alive after Five merchandise and your friends at the Downtown Boise Association will throw in a limited edition postcard pack featuring five different cards.

Dv8 Salon (1025 W. Main St., 208-3421003, dv8salonboise.com) This holiday season, Dv8 is focusing on giving back locally and globally to women, children and families in need. From Thanksgiving through the end of the year, a portion of sales will benefit local and international charities. On First Thursday, Dec. 1, Dv8 will offer specials on gift certificates, beauty bucks and holiday gift packages.

Exposure a.l.p.h.a. Interchange (213 10th St. 208-424-8158, exposureidaho.org) Every Thursday through Sunday, Exposure A.L.P.H.A. Interchange will wrap your gifts for you.

Bring your purchases from Downtown retailers (with receipts), and for a nominal cash donation you’ll take them home in pretty boxes. The offer runs through Saturday, Dec. 31.

You can always shop A.L.P.H.A.’s store for some great deals on select clothing and home decor. Purchases support Allies Linked for the Prevention of HIV and AIDS.

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giving back

Trey McIntyre Project (775 Fulton butterscotch, cherry and alIdaho Candy Company (412 S. Eighth St., 877-867-2320, treymcintyre. mond, pumpkin pie, Dutch apple St., 208-342-5505, idahospud. com) Boise’s favorite dance pie, and Guinness malt for the com) Your childhood dreams just company returns with the popular 21-and-older set. came true: free candy! Through 10+1 pt.3, presented by Boise Christmas, come in and sample Weekly. On Friday, Dec. 9, 36 Protos Pizzeria Napoletana (345 S. Idaho Candy Company’s most artists will present their portrayEighth St., 208-331-1400, protonostalgic candies while checkals of TMP. Meet the artists and spizza.com) Through December, ing out the 110 years of candydancers from 5-9 p.m. and take Protos is serving its award-winmaking memorabilia from the one—or more—of the works of art ning cannolis for only $4.75. You company that has been bringing home. could save them for dessert, but us the Idaho Spud, Cherry Cockthey are a meal in themselves. tail and Old Faithful Candy bars for more than 80 years. Christmas Solid Grill and Liquid Lounge (405 favorites include Owyhee Butter S. Eighth St., Ste. 100, 208-345Toffee in three styles, peanut Jamba Juice, (132 N. Eighth St., 6620, solidboise.com; 405 S. brittle, chocolate peanut clusters 208-658-1765, jambajuice.com) Eighth St., Ste. 121, 208-287and red and green burnt peanuts.

Take a break from holiday shop5379, liquidboise.com) Through ping with a refreshing smoothie.

Saturday, Dec. 31 Solid and Paisley Roberts (237 N. Ninth St., Jamba Juice will give you a free Liquid are offering 10 percent off 208-345-5015, paisleyroberts.

16-ounce smoothie when you your entire bill with a same-day com) Need help throwing the purchase a $25 Jamba Juice gift receipt from any other downtown perfect holiday party? Check out card. That would make a great business. Not a bad excuse to the new holiday gift and cooking stocking stuffer, don’t you think? spend a little more time Downclasses. You can “talk turkey” town. with one of Paisley Roberts’ Java Downtown (223 N. Sixth St., Ste. foodie experts, build an amazing 110, 208-345-0777, bowlofsoul. tablescape and do your holiday com) Take a break from shopshopping all while sipping bubbly ping and fuel up with the tastes and noshing goodies. of the holiday season. Sip on a Owyhee Plaza Hotel (1109 W. Main hazelnut mocha with nutmeg, St., 208-343-4611, owyheeplaza.

Sage Yoga and Wellness (242 N. peppermint mocha with a candy com) Give yourself a much deEighth St., Ste. 200, 208-338cane crumble, eggnog latte or served break this holiday season 5430, sageyogaboise.com) Calm caramel apple cider—all topped with the Bogus Stay and Play Ski your mind, energize your body with homemade whipped cream. package. For $89 (not including and reconnect to your inner wisIf it sounds too good to keep to tax), get a deluxe single or double dom, even during the most hectic yourself, gift cards are available. room, two cocktails at the Gameof times. Sage Yoga offers yoga keeper Lounge, breakfast for two and movement classes, physical Moon’s Kitchen, (712 W. Idaho St., at the Plaza Grill, and a buy-onetherapy and massage, but from 208-385-0472, moonskitchen. get-one ski voucher at Bogus Sunday, Nov. 20 through Saturcom) Stop by Moon’s Kitchen and Basin Mountain Recreation Area. day, Dec. 31 you can get a $50 order one of the winter holiday gift certificate for just $40. Cershakes: candy cane, eggnog, —Patti Murphy tificates can be used for classes, gingerbread, buttered rum, workshops or boutique items. cranberry and orange, lemon and white chocolate, maple and

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Old Chicago hosts Miracle

on Idaho Street For the ninth year, Old Chicago (730 W. Idaho St., oldchicago.com/downtown-boise) will host Miracle on Idaho Street, when more than 1,000 displaced guests from local shelters are treated to a holiday meal, a visit with Santa, toys, treats and the warmth of community on Christmas Day. When guests arrive, they are seated at tables set with fine linen, silverware and china. Food is served by volunteers from the community, including members of the Boise police and fire departments.

“We start signing up volunteers in November, and it fills up almost immediately,” said Ken Helmig, manager of the Downtown Boise Old Chicago.

After their meal, guests go upstairs to the Rose Room where Santa and his elves greet the kids while toys, school supplies, toiletries and more are picked up by the families.

Helmig noted that all the gifts are new, purchased with money raised during the year through Old Chicago fundraisers.

“In the summer we have a golf tournament, and in October we do Mustache for Miracles where guys grow mustaches and compete for prizes. This year we raised about $3,000,” he said.

In addition, the restaurant supplies phones in case guests would like to make a call home.

“It’s a big event, and it keeps getting bigger each year,” Helmig said. “We are proud to be a part of it.”

—Patti Murphy

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parking Free parking Downtown, Saturday, Dec. 10 If you think a Monopoly board is the only place you’ll ever find free parking, here’s some good news: Visit downtown on Saturday, Dec. 10, and park all day in the following lots and structures for free. Just think, no worrying about meters or searching for a space. Park and enjoy more than 300 Downtown Boise shops, restaurants and entertainment options. It’s like passing Go and getting $200.

Like Christmas, free downtown parking day comes only once a year, so don’t miss out. Think of it as an early present from your friends at Capital City Development Corporation, Republic Parking, Diamond Parking and The Car Park.

Of course, if you’d like to get a jump on your holiday shopping, the City of Boise will help you get in the spirit by offering free on-street parking on Friday, Nov. 25.

On the traditional start to the shopping rush, metered parking will not be enforced all day. Regular rates will apply in the public parking garages and private lots.

—Patti Murphy

Public Parking Structures/Republic Parking: Capitol Terrace—Corner of Main and Capitol streets (access on Main or Idaho streets)

Eastman Garage—Corner of Ninth and Main streets (access on Main or Idaho streets)

City Centre Garage— Corner Ninth and Front streets (access on Ninth Street)

Grove Street Garage— Corner of 10th and Grove streets (access on 10th Street)

Myrtle Street Garage—Corner of Myrtle Street and Capitol Boulevard (access on Myrtle Street and Capitol Boulevard)

Surface Lots Operated by the Car Park: Hoff Lot—Located behind the Hoff building on Ninth and Jefferson streets

Garro Lot—Between Eighth and Ninth streets on Bannock Street

Barber Lot—Capitol Boulevard and Front Streets

Fulton Lot—Between Eighth and Ninth streets on Fulton Street

Boise Plaza East and South lots—10th and Bannock streets

Surface Lots Operated by Republic Parking: • 1080 Front St. • Sixth and Idaho streets • 510 W. Main St. • 560 W. Main St. • 116 S. Sixth St. • Eighth and River streets • Fifth and Main streets

• 618 W. Idaho St. • 10th and State streets • Fifth and Front streets • 10th and Idaho streets • 11th and Idaho streets • Capitol Boulevard and Fulton Street

• Sixth and Jefferson streets • 210 N. Sixth St. • 500 W. Idaho St. • 416 W. Idaho St. • Fifth and Idaho streets • Wells Fargo Garage

Surface Lots Operated by Diamond Parking Services: • 1010 W. Jefferson St. on the corner of 11th and Jefferson streets

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• 176 S. Capitol Blvd. near Grove Street • 122 N. Fifth St. • 507 W. Idaho Ave.

• Sixth and Grove streets between Fifth and Sixth streets

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