Eagle Magazine November-December 2017

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NOV/DEC 2017

HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE Keeping it real by buying local Page 14

MADELINE GEORGE

Celebrating seasonal garden trends Page 22

WINTER IS HERE Activities in and around Eagle Page 18

PANACHE

RACHEL GIBSON

LONE CONE

FEATURES 14 HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE

Keeping it real by buying local

18 WINTER IS HERE

Activities in and around Eagle

22 MADELINE GEORGE

Celebrating seasonal garden trends

DEPARTMENTS 10 COMMUNITY NOTE Enjoy this month’s gems!

12 TALKING POINTS

Eagle Foothills and Wine Grapes

ON THE COVER

Shot at Second Avenue Photography by Kimberlee Miller Kimberlee@kimberleemiller.com

26 HEALTH & BEAUTY

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Brings Wellness And Beauty To Eagle Residents

28 LIVING

Memorable giving through rides

30 FACE 2 FACE

Roshan Roghani-Ishaq on motherhood, gratitude, and success

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34 LOCAL

While Supporting Idaho Public Lands, Company Sees Astronomical Growth

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36 THE ARTS

Local Talent Teams Up for Amazon Prime True.Health Show

38 CLOSE-UP

Romance novelist Rachel Gibson

40 COMMUNITY

The STEM Magnet School Sets New Standards in Education

42 CUISINE

New Neighborhood Shop Hits Its Caffeinated Stride

44 CULTURE

Boise BOSCO artists and others gather to support Rarity Rugs Eagle Magazine, Vol. 7, No. 6 is published 6 times a year by Idaho Media Publishing LLC, Po. Box 1878 Eagle, Idaho 83616. Copyright 2017, all rights reserved. Content of this publication is the copyright of Idaho Media Publishing LLC and/or respective copyright holders. Contents may not be reproduced in whole or in part without consent of the copyright owner. For subscription information please visit eaglemagazine.com. For editorial submissions please email editor@eaglemagazine.com. For advertising, please email em@eaglemagazine.com.

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46 RECREATION

Discover what awaits you right here in Eagle

48 REAL ESTATE Browse houses for sale in Eagle today

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49 DINING GUIDE

Reserve a table for the best dining around

NOVEMBER / DECEMBER 2017

JIM PETERSON a retired North Ada County Fire ghter, Jim pursues camera excellence for Eagle Magazine. He is an avid outdoorsman.

VERONICA LEMASTER is studying journalism and art at Boise State University. Writing and fashion are a career focus.

Managing Editor Denise Dorman Assistant Editor Pamela Kleibrink Thompson Contributors Pat Minkiewicz Brad Carlson Pamela Kleibrink Thompson Liza Long Chelsea Chambers Rachel Holt Drew Dodson

KATIE KAPRO holds her BA in English from Western Washington University and MFA in Non-fiction Writing from Lesley University.

DREW DODSON a communications major with a journalism emphasis at BSU. Drew has traveled to all but four states.

Graphic Design Cristian Gomez Photography Kimberlee Miller Jim Peterson FOR RESULTS-DRIVEN ADVERTISING em@eaglemagazine.com 208-484-8215

PAMELA KLEIBRINK THOMPSON was a production manager on the Emmy Award-winning TV show The Simpsons.

RACHEL HOLT Recently graduating from Boise State with a degree in International Business and Marketing.

FOR GENERAL INFORMATION www.eaglemagazine.com 208-484-8215 EAGLE MAGAZINE IS AVAILABLE AT: Rembrandts, Albertsons, Bella Aquila, Ahi Sushi, Rice, Bodacious Pig, Wild West bakery, Eagle River Coffee, Joe Mammas, Oak Barrel of Eagle, Hilton Garden Inn and many more locations.

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CHELSEA CHAMBERS is currently pursuing a B.A. in Rhetoric and Technical Communication.

She’s in a nature lover.

TAYLOR WALKER a Treasure Valley fanatic, Taylor enjoys discovering a new shop, eatery or adventure with her husband or friends.

KIMBERLEE MILLER an ability to capture candid moments has made Kimberlee Miller a sought-after artist.

LIZA LONG’S book The Price of Silence: A Mom’s Perspective on Mental Illness was a “Books for a Better Life” award winner.

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Dashing through the snow…as we enter the frenzied holiday shopping season, this issue of Eagle Magazine will give you some great gift-giving ideas, as well as some winter activities that will make even the most curmudgeonly look forward to our Eagle area resembling a picture-perfect snow globe.

This issue spotlights all of the fun we can enjoy this winter season -- hot and cold -- from hot springs to the McCall Winter Carnival to horse-drawn sleighs and bike trails before the snow flies. And then there’s the arts – like the True.Health show, produced here, and being featured on Amazon.

The local businesses we featured in this issue have great stories to tell. Our local outdoor goods retailer Lone Cone is experiencing enormous growth. One local publisher started a rickshaw service – Cycling Without Age – that encourages seniors share their life stories as they use the service. There’s Eagle River Coffee, adding quality of life for coffee fans around East Plaza Drive, who used to frequent the former coffee purveyor, who has since moved.

There’s Camille Beckman skin health, where Roshan Roghani-Ishaq balances her family life with her role as vice president of this certified green factory, and the Madeline George launch of Jungalow, her new collection of “supercharged houseplants.”

Enjoy this month’s gems!

Tia Markland-Crabtree, Publisher

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EAGLE FOOTHILLS & WINE GRAPES

By Pat Minkiewicz It was a happy day for Idaho, Eagle City, and the Idaho Grape Growers & Wine Producers Commission in November two years ago when the federal government’s Alcohol-Tobacco Tax & Trade Bureau (TTB) established the Eagle Foothills American Viticultural Area — the first AVA entirely within Idaho’s borders.

As an official nationally recognized grape growing region, the Eagle Foothills AVA of 49,815 acres in the greater Snake River Valley makes it twice the size of the Lake Chelan AVA in Washington state. Basically, the region extends north of Eagle City from Homer Road to the Ada County Line, and represents the previously designated Eagle Wine District approved in 2007 by City Council.

Nationally designated viticultural areas allows vintners to better describe the origin of their wines and to allow consumers to better identify wines they may purchase.

Approval of the special area designation was based on a lengthy documented petition submitted on behalf of local Eagle grape growers and vintners, by the Cunningham owners of the existing 3 Horse Ranch Vineyards of 46 acres in the foothills. No doubt Idahoans have seen the unique local Vineyards wine label in stores and wine

shops throughout Idaho and elsewhere.

Acknowledged experts assisted with the petition’s documentation, having stated the Eagle foothills climate is unique for viticulture due to the influence of nearby Prospect Peak with an elevation of 4,874 feet. They also found the foothills to have the perfect soil for growing grapes: A mix of granite pebbles and volcanic ash/sandy loam as a result of Ancient Lake Idaho.

[Of local concern now in Eagle is the possible invasion of major housing developments in the new AVA in the foothills. Of particular concern is the already annexed major acreage formerly assigned to the M3Co Spring Valley development. That acreage remains privately owned by a different out of state entity in Texas.]

Note: Eagle is fortunate to have the longtime Erickson Fine Wines shop in the downtown area located in the Eagle River Business Development south of the intersection of N. Eagle Rd. and Hwy 44. The shop carries domestic and international wines; a partial list can be found at the website. In addition, customers will find several labels of sherry, port, and madeira. ¢

Erickson is open 10am to 7pm Monday thru Saturday, closed on Sunday. www.ericksonfinewines.com | brian@ericksonfinewines.com | 208.939.369

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MAGA ZINE

Echelon Fine Homes owner Amy Foster Davis’ passion for interior design combined with her background in business enables her to do what she enjoys most–create environments people love. Echelon helps each client create a versatile space that’s a perfect reflection of his or her unique personality. From conceptual design to the finishing touches, Echelon helps streamline the creative experience. Item: Reindeer aluminum three bottle wine rack.

Call and they’ll ship to your home. Prices vary.

GIFT GUIDE

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W W R AP YOUR H O LIDAY MINDS A R O U N D S TAY I N G L O C A L , AND CIRCULATING THE MUCHNEEDED LOVE TO THESE LOCAL BUSINESSES AND THEIR OWNERS. S H O P W I T H T H E C A R E TA K E R MENTALITY AND ENGAGE IN CONVERSATION WITH OUR LOCAL COMMUNITY FOLKS AND MAKE IT MEANINGFUL. ADDITIONALLY, YOU COULD BE REDUCING YOUR CARBON PRINT, AND CREATING A WIN-WIN BOTH ECONOMICALLY AND ENVIRONMENTALLY. THAT’S A HALLELUJAH RIGHT THERE! Photographs by Kimberlee Miller

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3 Horse Ranch Vineyards began in the 1990’s with pioneering winegrowers Martha & Gary Cunningham. They started by planting Rhone and Bordeaux vines of noble origin on the remote hillsides of the Sawtooth Range north of Boise Idaho. Today, this vast, historic ranch is now home to Idaho’s largest family-owned winery. Go visit the remarkable vineyards and wines from America’s newest and most fascinating winegrowing frontier, The Eagle Foothills District of the Snake River Valley Appellation in Eagle, Idaho.

Item: Beautiful woodcraft gift sets from one bottle to six bottles. A classy way to send the very best this holiday season. $35 to $249 Brandon St-Martin, Wine Sales 3HRV.

1404 W Main St, Boise, ID 83702 (208) 906-0500 Olive and Vyne specializes in creating tasteful and memorable gourmet gift crates and baskets to fit any budget. Gift giving is a unique experience as the Tasting Room features over 40 varieties of premium Olive Oil and Balsamic Vinegar from around the world to ‘try before you buy’. You can also find unusual merchandise, hostess gifts, and a full line of herbs, spices, sugars, pasta, stuffed olives, dips and spreads. Nearly everything at Olive and Vyne is Gluten Free and all gifts include custom recipes. Shop in-store or online.

The perfect gift is just a drizzle away. Item: Meyer Lemon Extra Virgin Olive Oil and Huckleberry Balsamic Vinegar. Prices vary.

5900 Pearl Rd, Eagle, ID 83616 (208) 254-2999 Mimi Marie Boutique, an Eagle resident favorite for fashionable clothing. Carrying an assortment in women clothing, accessories and shoes both new and on consignment. A variety of jewelry, handbags, and unique gifts makes this a holiday shopping favorite. Items: Bracelets, Necklaces starting at $28.

600 S Rivershore Ln #160, Eagle, ID 83616 (208) 939-6775

228 E Plaza St # P, Eagle, ID 83616 (208) 939-1005

Finer Frames is nationally known for extraordinary framing that ignites the imagination.

Turn your valued collectables into meaningful art for your home. Visit their gallery of featured artists and sign up for a class or two. Item: My favorite shadowbox. Get one made with your memorable items.

Porterhouse has been serving up the best food since April of 2000. They serve lunch, have a deli, bakery, and carry a selection of high quality meats. They have catered to brides, corporate events, open houses, and private intimate parties including our governor. From events as large as 1500 guests to a lunch for two at the spa, they have it mastered. Items: An assortment of rubs and spices starting at $12.

164 E State St, Eagle, ID 83616 (208) 888-9898

600 S Rivershore Ln, Eagle, ID 83616 (208) 938-1441

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Backcountry Pursuit sells outdoor adventure gear on a consignment and secondhand basis. We have a full selection of used ski and snowboard gear to choose from.

Backcountry Pursuit is always accepting your clean and in season consignments. Proud to have been part of the Eagle community for three years. Item: 2015 Volkl RTM 81 181cm skis in great shape for only $299, and 2015 K2 Pinnacle 130 ski boot in size 9.5 for only $299. *These items were here for the photoshoot, but might not be now.

Many options to choose from.

1545 E Iron Eagle Dr #106, Eagle, ID 83616 (208) 957-5425 Panache Hair Studio and Day Spa, a Treasure Valley premier Aveda Lifestyle Salon and Spa with two locations in Eagle and Boise and coming to The Village at Meridian February 2018. They specialize in all areas of hair and nail care, massage and body treatments, facials and hair removal. Item: Aveda gift of comfort. Featuring limited edition Candrima: body polish, body moisturizer and creme cleansing oil. Invigorated with limited edition aroma of certified organic ginger and ginger lily, $49. Spa packages and gift certificates are available.

11 N Fisher Park Way #101, Eagle, ID 83616 (208) 938-6333

Second Avenue, celebrating 14 years, this popular destination is known for it’s unique gifts, quality consigned furniture & home decor. The incredible gift selection includes cute birds, candles, body care, dish towels, baby items, Idaho made gifts, paper napkins with hilarious quotes, greeting cards, and so much more, plus we Gift Wrap! Items: Idaho Shaped Ornaments & Magnets, $6.99 & $11.99.

222 E State St, Eagle, ID 83616 (208) 938-4383 Eagle Vision One has been a leading provider of optometry services and vision care products in the Eagle community since 2001, and we want to help you achieve and maintain clear vision for years to come. Our experienced eye doctors offer comprehensive vision examinations at our Eagle optometry office and specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of a wide array of eye diseases, conditions, and problems. We use advanced diagnostic technology and vision correction products and are committed to improving the quality of life of persons in the Eagle community through enhanced vision. Item: Jimmy Choo Cora $374. *These items were here for the photoshoot, but might not be now.

Many options to choose from starting at $150.

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355 S Eagle Rd, Eagle, ID 83616 (208) 938-2015

Rembrandts, where the art of food reigns, a suitable saying for elegant comfort food in a historical church-like modern setting. Known for delicious food, handcrafted drinks and large selection in wine, this is a town must-go-have. Serving brunch, breakfast, lunch and dinner, you are able to visit seven days a week. Item: Gift certificates available.

93 S Eagle Rd, Eagle, ID 83616 (208) 938-1564 Impact Imports is a favorite destination of Eagle residents for over 16 years. It has a huge selection of one-of-a-kind items including dozens of natural edge slabs. Go there to explore 10,000 square feet of hand selected furniture, jewelry, architectural elements, garden stone, vessel sinks, hand blown glass art and unique gifts! Item: Natural and live edge wood slab dining tables. Prices vary. Many in stock.

552 E Amity Rd, Boise, ID 83716 (208) 368-0300

Renu Medispa commits 100% to helping clients look and feel their best. For more than 12 years, Renu has been a leader in the Aesthetic Industry garnering top award status with Allergan, Medicis, Mentor and other cosmetic giants. They’ve earned the Platinum Plus injector status from Allergan, the makers of Botox, Juvederm and Latisse.

This ranks them in the top 3% of all med spas in the nation.

Item: Esum Brush Kit and Brushes. Hard case for traveling and keeping brushes organized. Prices vary on brushes purchased. Gift certificates are available for all services.

951 E Plaza Dr, Eagle, ID 83616 (208) 939-4456 Courtyard Elegance sells high quality outdoor commercial and residential patio furniture, patio heaters and fire pits, umbrellas, rugs and accessories at affordable prices. Patio furniture outlasts indoor furniture, is eco-friendly, transitions easily indoors and continues to look beautiful long after your children are gone. Item: Meori Foldable Box is a high-quality folding box from Germany that is perfect for organizing and transporting items in your trunk, grocery shopping and many other uses, $10 to $35 in different colors and patterns.

404 S Eagle Rd Suite B, Eagle, ID 83616 (208) 258-9480

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WINTER IS HERE

YOU SHOULD BE, TOO WHEN T HE WE AT HER OU TSIDE IS FRIGH T FUL, YOUR HOLIDAY SE A SON SHOULDN’ T BE. I T’S E A SY TO LE T T HE HOLIDAY SE A SON S T RE SS PILE UP A S QUICK LY A S T HE SNOW OU TSIDE OF YOUR WIND OW, BU T E AGLE’S WIN T ER AC T IV I T IE S WILL HELP YOU LE T I T GO.

By Drew Dodson

FOR ‘CLOSE-TO-HOME’ FANS If you’re all about the holiday spirit but not the dreadful holiday travel, look no further than the annual free event, Eagle Country Christmas, on Saturday December 9th from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Heritage Park. Eagle Country Christmas offers something for all ages – kids’ activities, hot cocoa and festive cookies, live music, carriage rides and the ceremonial tree lighting. Throughout the day, visitors can browse the market for unique gifts to avoid last-minute Christmas shopping. Dislike the cold? Heated tents and fire pits will be scattered around the park.

Gateway Park is the perfect faux Bogus Basin backyard alternative for winter sports fanatics.

Located in Eagle Island State Park, Gateway Park features terrain parks for riders and skiers to shred, and an exhilarating tubing hill at the affordable rate of $15 per day, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on weekends (4 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Fridays) starting in January.

Not a fan of the cold? Head to Rembrandts in downtown Eagle for a wine and dine. Quaintly set in an old church, Rembrandts offers delicious menu items like grilled ribeye steak, tamarind honey-glazed salmon, New England clam chowder and Southern-style chicken and waffles, to name a few. Complete with a “half pints” menu for children and a selection of coffee blended by renowned roaster Artine Yapoujian, Rembrandts has every flavor palate covered.

improve snowmaking, chairlift functionality and even concessions. With a wide variety of terrain for skiers and boarders of all skill levels, on-staff instructors, comfortable lodges, a fully-equipped rental shop and a shuttle to and from the valley, Bogus Basin leaves Treasure Valley winter lovers little reason to miss out on the fun this season.

It wouldn’t be an Idaho winter without McCall Winter Carnival. For the past five plus decades, Idahoans have flocked to McCall for the captivating ice sculptures, jubilant parades, awe-inspiring fireworks displays and thrilling snow bike races, all with the tantalizing aroma of nearby food vendors wafting through the air. The carnival runs from January 26 to February 4, boasting fun contests, events and traditions like snowshoe golf, party bingo, or even a beard-and-hairy-leg contest? All of these activities and more were enjoyed at last year’s winter carnival. Well, maybe “enjoyed” is a stretch on that last one—but you get the point.

For that Currier and Ives experience, check out Allred’s Adventures: Idaho Sleigh Rides. Located in Garden Valley, Idaho Sleigh Rides gives guests the unique sensation of gently gliding through the tranquil Idaho tundra on horsedrawn sleighs. Adding to the allure is the po-

tential of spotting wild elk; complimentary hot beverages don’t hurt, either. Seats tend to fill up fast, so be sure to make reservations at (208) 462-3416.

It’s no secret that Idaho features a number of worthy hot springs to visit in the winter months, but many of them are either inaccessible or too accessible and thus, crowded. Situated 30 miles north of McCall, Burgdorf Hot Springs gives customers the mid-winter hot springs experience with the seclusion being accessible only via snowmobile. Cheap Thrills Rentals in McCall makes the trek to Burgdorf easy for those who don’t own snowmobiles by providing affordable rental rates, full snowmobiling attire, trail maps and even delivering the sleds to the Francis Wallace trailhead. While doable as a day-trip, Burgdorf also features 15 rustic cabins available for reservation. Given the extremely secluded nature of the resort, overnight guests are advised to bring their own supplies—warm bedding, food, and drink — to ensure as comfortable a stay as possible.

With the backdrop of towering mountain peaks and snow-draped conifer forests, Burgdorf Hot Springs should be atop your list of adventurous winter destinations. Reservations can be made online at www.burgdorfhotsprings. comor via phone at (208) 636-3036. ¢

FOR THE ADVENTUROUS For the 76th consecutive year, Bogus Basin will be synonymous with “Treasure Valley winter fun.” Topping out at 2,600 skiable acres, Bogus Basin is thousands of Idahoans’ ‘homeaway-from-home.’ Last season left skiers and boarders alike yearning to shred the best powder the resort had seen in recent memory. This past summer, Bogus Basin began implementing a 10-year rejuvenation plan to

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‘JUNGALOW ’ IS MADELINE GEORGE NUR SERY’S NE W SUPERCHARGED HOUSEPL AN T COLLEC T ION. T HIS NO V EMBER T HE DE SIGN DRIV EN NUR SERY WILL UNV EIL I TS HOLIDAY BOU T IQUE. OU T D O OR S, T HE NUR SERY WILL BE FILLED WI T H CHARMING WRE AT HS AND BOUGHS, FE S T IV E DÉCOR AND T HE SPIRI T OF T HE SE A SON. INSIDE T HEIR COZ Y COT TAGE YOU WILL FIND AN ARR AY OF GORGEOUS T ROPIC AL S, SUCCULEN TS AND C AC T I, AIR PL AN TS, CON TAINER S, FLOR AL S, AND A SPACE TO MAK E YOUR V ERY OWN GREEN GIF TS. COMPLIMEN TARY GARDEN CL A SSE S ARE HELD WEEK LY WI T H WORK SHOPS T HAT FOLLOW. SIP HOT CIDER WHILE MAK ING SPECIAL GREEN GIF TS AT T HEIR ‘CR AF T ING BAR’. INSPIR AT IONS R ANGE FROM WRE AT H AD ORNMEN T TO CRE AT ING T INY LIV ING WORLDS IN T ERR ARIUMS.

Using tropicals is an easy way to transition your home from summer to winter. When starting out on your ‘jungalow’ journey define your style. Is it ‘clean and modern’ or ‘bohemian and collected’? Start small and consider their requirements as much as your own. Plants are living and need proper care. Select plants that will be best suited for your environment.

Be open-minded when decorating with houseplants. Half the pleasure is moving them around. Create tiny vignettes with collections of itty bitty succulents and air plants. Dine in luxury with fresh clipped microgreens and sprouts. Turn your kitchen counter into a personal farmers market with healing Aloe vera and aromatic herbs.

Greenery is a credited stress reliever. By including oxygen producers like Sansevieria, Philodendron, or Pothos you literally bring your rooms to life. Consider scale and think of plants as living sculptures. Lounge beneath trailing Golden Pothos or anchor your room with a statement plant such as Monstera deliciosa. You’ll really love that shot of green on dreary winter days.

A consultation from the plant gurus at Madeline George will set you on the right path to success. Workspace is available free of charge after purchase of your new plants.

Adorn your holiday ornaments with air plants, dress up wreaths, or create beautiful displays for your home with fragrant Narcissus and striking Amaryllis.

Sign up for a do-it-yourself craft night. A make and craft night is an excellent way to get friends together. Add to your holiday décor

and learn to build the perfect green gift for yourself or for friends and family. Foraged materials like pinecones, pods, and nuts make a truly personalized gift.

Madeline George Garden Design and Nursery is extending its season and will be open year round. Like plants, they have set roots and are growing. Keep an eye on the corner of Horseshoe Bend Road and Hill Road Parkway for their growing botanical collections.

In the mean time, gather your design inspirations, gardening journals, wish lists, and dream garden plants. Need help flexing your green thumb? Book a consultation with a garden designer. They can help you determine how to approach your garden projects and can even design a plan for you. ¢

For more information visit www.madelinegeorge.com or call 208-995-2815.

A ROOM IN

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Celebrating Seasonal Garden Trends at Madeline George Nursery Article and Photography by Megan Miller

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pa·nache [puh-nash, -nahsh] noun a grand or flamboyant manner; verve; style; flair.

IT’S TIME FOR OUR ANNUAL HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE AND AVEDA PURE PRIVILEGE DOUBLE POINTS WEEKEND! IT’S THE MOST WONDERFUL TIME OF YEAR. COME ENJOY REFRESHMENT, SNACKS AND HAVE A JOLLY GOOD TIME AT PANACHE. DECEMBER 2ND 9AM TO 6PM

PANACHE HAIR STUDIO & DAY SPA

READY, GIFT SET, GO! UP TO 20% SAVINGS ON GIFT SETS

Brings Wellness And Beauty To Eagle Residents

By Bethany Maile Photographs by Kimberlee Miller

WHEN GUESTS WALK INTO PANACHE HAIR STUDIO & DAY SPA, AN AVEDA LIFESTYLE SALON AND SPA, THEY ARE IMMEDIATELY GREETED WITH BOTANICAL AROMAS OF AVEDA BEAUTY PRODUCTS. PANACHE HAS AN INIMITABLE DEDICATION TO CUSTOMER SERVICE: THE RECEPTIONIST WELCOMES EACH GUEST BY NAME AND OFFERS A WARM CUP OF AVEDA COMFORTING TEA. ALL SERVICE PROVIDERS ARE HIGHLY SKILLED AND ATTEND CONTINUING EDUCATION ON REGULAR BASIS. THIS ATTENTION TO SERVICE AND CARE IS AT THE HEART OF EVERYTHING THE PANACHE TEAM DOES. 26

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Owner DeAnna Fowers, grew up in Eagle and graduated from the Idaho State Barber College. She began her career in San Francisco and Seattle, while her husband and co-owner, Nick Fowers, served in the US Navy. After returning to the Treasure Valley in the 1990s, DeAnna continued to build her clientele while working in Eagle and opened Panache Boise on Cole Road in 2000. “I wanted to bring that big-city, salon feel to Idaho,” she said. “At that time, people had to go to multiple locations for a haircut and massage. I wanted to provide a one-stop shop, and we were one of the first full service day spas in the Treasure Valley to do that.”

In 2012, Panache opened their second location in Eagle. “When I was a kid, Eagle was a small town with a four-way Stop sign, Eagle Road and State Street, and that was it. I watched Eagle grow over the years, and I wanted to bring that same, full service spa experience to this wonderful community” Fowers said.

Panache’s service offerings are extensive: massages, facials, full service hair salon, mani-pe-

dis, makeup applications, hair removal, Aveda products and gift certificates, but guests always receive more than the service they book. All guests are offered a complimentary ritual: from an aroma sensory journey to incorporate into their spa retreat, a scalp and hand massage, or a make-up finishing touch. Fowers said, “We believe beauty and wellness go hand-in-hand.

As a result, Panache stylists are devoted to making guests feel as good as they’ll look.”

Panache takes the same care it provides for its clients and extends it to the whole community. Every year Panache partners with Aveda to raise money for clean water locally and around the world. “This year, all the money we raise locally will go to Idaho Rivers United, and the money we raise through Aveda will go to Western Resource Advocates to provide clean water for indigenous communities globally,” Fowers said. Each holiday season the Panache team also selects a local charity to donate a portion of its profits. Shoppers will be pleased to know this holiday season all Panache locations will

host their annual Holiday Open House event on Saturday, December 2nd, 9am-6pm. Complimentary gift wrapping, Aveda Comforting Tea and pastries will be offered. Great deals will abound, too. Customers can save up to 25% on pre-made gift sets, 10% off gift certificates, and 20% of all open stock Aveda products.

And because you can never have too much of a good thing, Panache is proud to announce they will open a new location at The Village in Meridian. All of the same services will be provided, only this location will include a Panache barbershop catering to men with straight razor shaves, shoe-shines, all the standard barber services with the added tranquility of a spa setting and the signature attention to guest experience that has made Panache one of the Treasure Valley’s foremost salon experiences. ¢ “WE BELIEVE BEAUTY AND WELLNESS GO HAND-IN-HAND. AS A RESULT, PANACHE STYLISTS ARE DEVOTED TO MAKING GUESTS FEEL AS GOOD AS THEY’LL LOOK.”

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CYCLING WITHOUT AGE Memorable giving through rides

By Bethany Maile Photograph by Jim Peterson IF YOU SEE A BIC YCLE T HAT RE SEMBLE S A RICK SHAW ON T HE S T REE TS OF E AGLE, WAV E AT T HE HAPPY PA SSENGER S. LO C AL SENIOR CI T IZENS ARE BEING CHAUFFEURED AROUND TOWN BY VOLUN T EER “PILOTS” WHO AL SO LIS T EN TO T HEIR S TO RIE S. IN OUR HEC T IC, IMPER SONAL WORLD, SOME T IME S SUCH SIMPLE GE S T URE S CRE AT E T HE PERFEC T SOLU T ION TO BRING IMMENSE JOY TO SE V ER AL GENER AT IONS. Last summer, local writer Elaine Ambrose noticed a video on social media that showed a young man pedaling older people outside. She investigated the organization, Cycling Without Age, and discovered the volunteers also captured stories from their passengers. She immediately applied to start an affiliate chapter in Idaho in memory of her late mother and because she is a storyteller. Her application was accepted and she ordered the custom bike taxi from Denmark.

The bike arrived in October, and Elaine enlisted the help of her friend, Mary McFarland, a former city councilwoman for Eagle. Mary set up a meeting with Eagle mayor Stan Ridgeway, Eagle Parks and Recreation coordinator Steve Noyes, and Eagle police officer Mike Kinzel, along with other dignitaries, to gain approval to ride the motorized vehicle on the streets,

in the parks, and on the local Greenbelt. They gained tentative approval, and Elaine planned a party to introduce the bike. She obtained the necessary insurance, printed waiver forms, and contacted local assisted living facilities. The first volunteer pilots were trained how to use the “trishaw” and how to prompt stories from their passenger. The stories could be published in a book by Elaine’s publishing company, Mill Park Publishing.

The Premiere Party for the new bike taxi was October 16 at the covered patio next to Olive and Vyne at North Channel Center, 600 South Rivershore Lane in Eagle. Guests became “Charter Cheerleaders” for the program, enjoyed rides, and met the pilots. Olive and Vyne and Proletariat Wine were co-sponsors of the event. Food was catered by Lori Renn.

Cycling Without Age is a worldwide movement to give seniors and the disabled the opportunity to feel the wind in their hair, connect with the community, and share their stories. Custom-made trishaws are equipped with safe, comfortable seating for two in a covered carriage attached to the front of a motorized bike pedaled by a volunteer pilot. The pilots are trained to initiate conversations with the older passengers and record their stories. ¢

For more information or to become a volunteer pilot, contact Ambrose at elaine@elaineambrose.com.

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THE BEAUTY OF INTENTION Roshan Roghani-Ishaq on motherhood, gratitude, and success

By Liza Long Roshan Roghani-Ishaq is living proof that women who work hard can have it all. As the vice president of one of Idaho’s most successful companies, Roghani-Ishaq has been instrumental in developing Camille Beckmann’s new “Every Day Collection,” which uses clean ingredients to promote natural skin health and beauty. Founded in 1986 by Roghani-Ishaq’s mother, for whom the company is named, Camille Beckmann manufactures its popular beauty products in a certified green factory near Highway 16 in Eagle, Idaho and ships them to independent retailers around the world.

Adjacent to the factory, the Versailles-inspired elegant Chateau des Fleurs events center was completed in 2016, too late to host Roghani-Ishaq’s wedding to Danish Ishaq, but it has welcomed many beautiful brides from around Idaho since. The couple welcomed their first child in January 2017. Roghani-Ishaq took a few minutes out of her day to talk with me about her life and work, and how she views success.

Eagle Magazine: What is a typical day like for you?

Roshan Roghani: It’s changed a lot since I became a mother. To me, a successful day is waking up with gratitude, spending time with my family, and knowing that my few major tasks and fewer minor tasks are completed when I go to sleep. If I let myself get bogged down by work, it doesn’t allow me to live my life in a state of gratitude and presence. I want to wake up with that intention each day and know that I will complete the things that I am responsible for before I go to sleep. I have to be realistic about what I can accomplish. Having a child has helped me to focus on what I need to do. The rest of my time can be for family and service, both to myself and my growth and to the growth of the world around me.

EM: What do you do at Camille Beckmann?

RR: I manage operations and make sure that our team can solve our problems together. I work with the sales team to partner with our independent retailers who carry our products across the U.S. But design is my favorite part of my job. I love thinking up new things and bridging the natural spectrum of beauty. I’d like all women to have access to high-quality products, not just a select group. Really, I view myself as a mother of the

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household. I’m a mother to my son at home, and I’m also a mother at work, for products, for customers, and for our team. It makes work something I have gratitude for. I see my role as being about nurturing instead of competition and angst.

EM: How do you balance work and motherhood?

RR: Letting go of the word “busy” and replacing it with the idea of intention has been important. My intention is to present for my son, for my husband. My intention is to be present when I am at work, and to let go of it when I come home. Letting go of constant stress and being intentional has been important. A business teaches you something every day, and so does a child. I’m accepting of my own humanity. I am here to make mistakes. I can recognize my mistakes and ignorance and learn from them.

EM: What challenges have you faced in your career and how have you overcome them?

RR: I face challenges every day in my work, and a few major challenges each year. It’s very easy to overcome things when you have faith and use challenges as an opportunity for growth. For example, the biggest stress I faced last year was our decision to host the Idaho Freedom Foundation’s controversial guest speaker [In August 2017]. The whole experience was quite eye opening for me. When you align with values instead of a particular party, you sometimes find yourself in the middle of things.

For me, it’s important for everyone to speak their piece and do what they feel is right, but we must also, above all, be loving and kind to one another. We have so much angst and separation in our society right now.

This experience taught me that unity is not necessarily achieved by all of us thinking the same thing. Unity means having compassion for everyone; it means not fearing each other.

EM: What’s your personal definition of success?

RR: It has changed a lot over my life. Now, my personal definition of success is to live in gratitude, abundance, love, and unity, and to learn from every experience that comes my way. Abundance is such a broad concept, but it is so necessary to explain success. ¢

BOISE OUTDOOR GOODS RETAILER LONE CONE LANDS ON INC. MAGAZINE 5000 LIST While Supporting Idaho Public Lands, Company Sees Astronomical Growth

By Tartan Bee Communications

This is the second year in a row Boise’s Lone Cone made Inc. magazine’s list of the 5,000 fastest-growing private companies.

Ranked 895 this year, Lone Cone experienced a whopping three-year revenue growth of 495.4%. Lone Cone is an Amazon Marketplace retail partner, helping top outdoor products brands navigate the complex wilderness that is Amazon.

CEO Ken Johnson and COO Annalisa DeMarta founded Lone Cone in 2009 in Rochester, New York. Taking their inspiration from enjoying outdoor recreation, the husbandand-wife-team moved to Boise in 2014, deeming themselves “fierce advocates for Public Lands in Idaho and beyond.”

Lone Cone employs nine people, renowned for their attentive customer service, and for carrying top brands like Arc’Teryx, NEMO Equipment, Deuter, La Sportiva, For more information, visit lonecone.

Badlands, Salomon and many more. “To once again com or call them at (208) 789-4424. be honored as part of the prestigious Inc. 5000 list is Their offices are located at 406 South thrilling to us,” said Johnson, also a member of the Idaho Outdoor Business Council. “We moved Lone Cone to 3rd Street in Boise.

Idaho because this is a state adamant in supporting its local businesses, and dedicated to conserving public lands for generations to come—a perfect mix for our growing company.” While Lone Cone makes waves throughout the US, they actively focus their energy back into our community and public lands, supporting a variety of conservation organizations—whether by donation or attending rallies—such as Idaho Conservation League, Conservation Voters For Idaho, Backcountry Hunters and Anglers, Trout Unlimited Ducks Unlimited, and Snake River Quail Forever 3208, among others. “To be a successful outdoor company,” said Johnson, “we also need healthy public lands, wildlife, and the right to conscientious outdoor recreation. It’s all one in the same.”

Alongside products from leading outdoor brands, Lone Cone has launched their own line of gear they hope will inspire more to get outside—waders for kids and adults, and children’s lunch boxes, backpacks, and rain boots, with all prints illustrated by local Boise artist Julie Green. “It’s everything we love about Boise,” said COO Annalisa De Marta.

“The culture, creativity, and outdoors—it’s all packed into these rain boots and romping in puddles with kids across the country.” DeMarta doesn’t see their growth slowing any time soon. “We’re still a pretty young company,” she said. “It would be an honor to place on the list again, but no matter what, we’ll be here in Boise, developing quickly and with good purpose—to keep people active and preserve our public lands.” ¢

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NATURAL TALENT Local Talent Teams Up for Amazon Prime True.Health Show

By Pamela Kleibrink Thompson “ T HE DAY WE L AUNCHED T RUE. HE ALT H O N AMA ZO N PR IME WA S T HE DAY I CELEBR AT ED 30 Y E AR S IN CLINIC AL PR AC T ICE,” BE AMED DR .

MICHAEL K AR LFELDT, A NAT URO PAT H WH OSE MISSI O N IS CR E AT ING AWAR ENESS O F T HE POWER WE HAV E OV ER OUR HE ALT H. K AR LFELDT, CR E ATO R AND H OS T O F T RUE. HE ALT H: BO DY, MIND, SPIR I T WAN T S TO EMPOWER PEO PLE TO HE AL T HEMSELV ES SO T HE Y D O N’ T HAV E TO R ELY O N D O C TO R S. HE WAN T ED TO MAK E A SH OW T HAT IS “FUN, EDUC AT I O NAL, IN T ER ES T ING AND EN T ER TAINING .” HIS SH OW HA S AIR ED IN T HE UNI T ED S TAT ES, GER MANY, AUS T R IA , JAPAN AND T HE UNI T ED K INGD OM .

You can view episodes of True.Health: Body, Mind, Spirit at truehealthshow.com or via Amazon Prime.

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“The content is invaluable,” noted Catrine McGregor, owner of Boise based Life Tale Films, LLC, and producer/director of True.Health: Body, Mind, Spirit. “Watching the show will certainly open people’s eyes to the amazing ways that we can influence our health. The show is available internationally, and based in the Treasure Valley.”

McGregor has been teaching film at Eagle’s Hall Institute of the Arts for three years. Jesse Cordtz, who works at JUMP, introduced McGregor to the project, and she remarked “I love it, love it, love it. I’m passionate about the content and trying to make people more aware of how much they can influence their health--but there is effort involved! I also love my crew and Dr. Karlfeldt.” Crew members include Larry Leach, executive producer; Madalyn VanValkenburgh, associate producer; Nyk Fry; cinematographer and editor; and Julien McGregor, cinematographer.

“Five years ago I had an idea to educate the public about natural health and ensure holistic practitioners had some kind of media presence, and what greater medium is there than TV?” shared Karlfeldt. “We did a show for local television, but I wanted to do better and do more. A friend put me in touch with Catrine.”

McGregor explained how the idea for True.

Health came about. “Michael has already done almost 100 episodes of the Dr. Michael Show. I took over production through my company, Life Tale Films (lifetalefilms.com) with my partners Madalyn VanValkenburgh and Larry Leach. We have filmed 40 fascinating epi-

sodes. Sixteen have been completed and are available on Amazon Prime. There will soon be 8 more episodes, and 40 by the end of the year. Our distributor is Vision Films.”

McGregor has worked in the film/TV industry since 1977, when she received an MA in Film/ TV from Loyola-Marymount University in Los Angeles. She has worked on over 400 projects as a producer and/or casting director.

She moved to Boise nine years ago, “where I met my wonderful husband, Bob Unger, two weeks later. His answer to why I moved to Boise was to meet him. My production company is in production or development on several TV shows, and has a slate of eight films that will soon begin production. We are finalizing details to shoot some of our films in China at the most beautiful, state-of-the-art studio I’ve ever seen. We would be shooting here if we had tax incentives. Are you listening, legislature?”

McGregor and Karlfeldt proved that Idaho has the talent and resources to produce a high-quality television show. McGregor wants to do more film production in Idaho. She believes the state has great potential and enough talented people to create amazing work, but Idaho needs incentives to compete with other states.

With an outstanding film crew based in Idaho, McGregor and Karlfeldt are proud of the high quality and production value of True.Health: Body, Mind, Spirit and believe it will resonate with viewers who are looking for a holistic, natural approach and personal empowerment. ¢

ROMANCE NOVELIST RACHEL GIBSON

By Brad Carlson Photograph by Kimberlee Miller In 1991, a dozen years after she graduated from Boise High School, Rachel Gibson took the first step on a path that would lead her to become a New York Times and USA Today best-selling author of romance novels.

“I just sat down one day and started writing,” she said. “I wrote three books that were rejected. My fourth book sold and became my first published book (Simply Irresistible, 1998). The Art of Running in Heels, due out at the end of 2017 via the Avon imprint of HarperCollins Publishers, is part of her series in which the main character is a professional hockey player.

Gibson, who has published 21 novels and four novellas, sat down with EM recently at her Eagle home to talk about her work and why it fits her.

Eagle Magazine: What can readers expect in The Art of Running in Heels?

Rachel Gibson: All of my books are standalone. Even if they are part of a series, they are standalone books. You don’t have to read them in the order that I wrote them. In The Art of Running in Heels, I reintroduce characters from my very first book. Twenty years ago, they were children. Now readers can catch up with them as adults. They deal with adult issues and problems they have to resolve as they work out their love lives. Like life itself, it can be funny, stressful and heartbreaking. They have to be relatable. They have to have problems everyone has in everyday life.

EM: What makes a good character, setting and plot?

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RG: Every book starts with a scene in my head.

Then I figure out setting. Usually it is a small town, because readers prefer small towns. I write visually, so setting is important. But it’s more of a backdrop. In romance novels, the main focus is on the female and male protagonists as they fall in love and work out whatever issues they have until they get their “happily ever after” at the end of the book. The setting just gives a flavor and tone. In the new book, setting is the least of my problems. Character is the bigger issue – getting the characters to do what they are supposed to do.

EM: Tell us a little about your writing process.

RG: I am what they call in the business a “pantser” – I write by the seat of my pants. I never outline because the book is going to take a different direction, anyway. I don’t always know where the book is going, but for me it is more fresh and rewarding; I am discovering it as I write it.

EM: How did you get into writing?

RG: I was dyslexic, so I never enjoyed reading – until I picked up Gone with the Wind and read it. So I just sat down one night at a typewriter and started writing. I have been a voracious reader since. When I was in school, reading wasn’t fun. And I didn’t discover the joy in reading until I read Gone with the Wind. Until then, a book had never taken me away.

EM: Why did the romance novel intrigue you from the outset? What does the genre still offer the reader?

RG: Romance novels are the retelling of Cinderella a thousand times over. That appeals to me and always has. I never thought of myself as a romantic, but I like the roller coaster of emotions that comes with falling in love. Romance readers are loyal, and the romance structure – boy meets girl, boy loses girl, boy fights to get girl back – is what readers want. And that is what romance gives them.

EM: Do you consider yourself a prolific writer?

RG: Twenty years ago, it was normal for a writer to publish one book a year. Over the years, authors started writing faster. Now it’s normal to publish three to four books a year. So I am considered a very slow writer compared to that. Romance publishers and readers want more than just one book a year from their favorite authors.

I find that the more you write, the harder it is to write something fresh and new that you’ve never written before.

EM: Whether you’re writing a novel or short message, what are a couple of practices that serve you well?

RG: If it’s important, I give it thought and structure. I hate abbreviations; people should spell out the words. If it is emotional or angry, save it in “drafts” for a day or two, and see if that is exactly what you want to say and how you want to say it.

EM: What is it like to write for a major publisher?

RG: I’ve always written for HarperCollins. In each contract, there are specific delivery dates for each novel. I turn a novel in to my editor, who suggests revisions to make the book stronger. I like the process of revision. I don’t like the process of copy editing for grammar and continuity; by then, I’ve seen the book so much.

EM: Why is Eagle a fit with your life and career?

RG: Living in Eagle, there are fewer distractions and it is peaceful. My editor and agent flew here from New York and thought it was nice, peaceful and beautiful.

EM: What’s ahead for you?

RG: The book I’m writing now is not romance.

It’s first-person women’s fiction. Right now in my life, I feel as if I have written it all in the romance genre. I wanted to write something different and new to me. I still love the romance genre and probably will write more romance novels. It’s just that now I want to write something I’ve never written before. ¢

www.rachelgibson.com

A TREASURE IN THE VALLEY The STEM Magnet School Sets New Standards in Education

By Pamela Kleibrink Thompson The Treasure Valley is home to one of the most successful STEM schools in the nation–a true hidden gem for students who excel in math and science. “The students who thrive in the program are students who really ‘get’ mathematics and are unafraid to be active in their exploration of science,” noted Dr. Holly MacLean, Principal of Treasure Valley Mathematics and Science Center (TVMSC) since 2004.

“These are students who ask questions, enjoy challenges and don’t rely on others to provide already processed answers.” Opened in 2004, TVMSC is a collaborative vision with support from many people and companies, including the Micron Technology Foundation, the Hewlett-Packard Company Foundation and the Laura Moore Cunningham Foundation. Dr. MacLean said, “In screening students, we determine their ability to think abstractly and to handle advanced material. TVMSC looks for students who want to be here.” Students are placed in multi-age cohorts, depending on their ability and academic needs, not their age. TVMSC provides plenty of opportunities for students to pursue and explore STEM activities and hobbies for fun and excitement. TVMSC sponsors after-school clubs such as Idaho Science and Engineering Fair Club, the Near Space Club and the Biology Club where students dissect birds, collect and mount insect collections and learn taxidermy. “The students love this club,” enthused Maclean. Competitions and contests include Science Bowl, Math Counts, American Mathematics Competition and FIRST Robotics. The majority of each year’s top 20 Math Counts participants from Idaho tend to be from TVMSC. The magnet school also sponsors Team Tators, the Boise FIRST Robotics Team. Team Tators has received the Xerox Creativity Award, Motorola Quality Award, the Industrial Design Award sponsored by General Motors, the Engineering Excellence Award sponsored by Delphi and the Innovation in Control Award. MacLean noted, “In 2017, Team Tators competed with the top-performing robotics teams from around the world and ended the World Championships leading the third place alliance out of an original field of more than 3,000 robotics teams.”

This summer, TVMSC’s Zero Robotics students learned to control satellites aboard the International Space Station. Teams designed a program that guided satellite robots on the International Space Station to complete a series of complex tasks. In the 2017 Zero Robotics middle school tournament, the team from TVMSC earned first place, competing against teams from Russia and California in the final matches. TVMSC teams also participate in the National Fuel Cell Competition, starting with a motor and a fuel cell. “It was up to you to design some kind of car,” stated Alex Baca, one of the five young scholars behind the car that won the first place trophy in the National Alternative Fuel Cell Competition in 2012. “We got a monster trophy,” added team member Eddie Smith. In 2016, more than 3,000 students in eight states and two Canadian Provinces competed to place an experiment on the International Space Station. Only 15 projects were selected for flight; the only one from Idaho was by Brynne Coulam and Catherine Ji, two eighth graders at TVMSC. “This is not a school to enter for status or bragging rights,” warned MacLean. “This is a school to join when you wish to be part of an active, student-centered and inquiry-based learning environment.” Kearney Thompson, who graduated in May 2012, interned at R2, an animation and engineering company in Eagle, and now works in film and television in Hollywood. She reflected on her experience, “TVMSC prepared me for life more than anything else.” ¢

Donations in support of the Treasure Valley Mathematics and Science Center can be made online or by mail through the Boise Public Schools Education Foundation www.boiseschools.org/schools/tvmsc

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EAGLE RIVER COFFEE SAYS THANKS A LATTE’ New Neighborhood Shop Hits Its Caffeinated Stride

By Brad Carlson Photograph by Jim Peterson

For more than a decade, local businessman Larry Ralston had been a loyal customer of the Starbucks on East Plaza Drive. When the Starbucks moved to a new location with a drivethrough lane, the old regulars began nudging Ralston to reopen a coffee shop in the old East Plaza Drive location. Larry and his wife Sandra Borbonus-Ralston took their advice. Recalled Sandra, “His friends kept saying, ‘Why don’t you open a coffee shop in the old location? We will all come back.”

Eagle River Coffee has been pleasantly surprised by the buzz surrounding their new shop, which opened June 1, 2017. After a slow start, which gave the owners a much-needed soft opening to refine their procedures and offerings, the shop hit its stride at the 90-day mark, drawing a mix of neighborhood friends and passersby, as well as new regulars—local workers, business people and students.

The Ralstons were stringent about their consistent product quality and the customer service experience, so establishing employee-training protocols for their seven employees was one of their greatest challenges. While many of their new hires had experience from working in other coffee shops, those skills didn’t necessarily align with the Ralston’s vision for product and

customer experience consistency. Once they developed a training manual, “It worked out well,” Sandra said. “Everyone has been really supportive and complimentary of our coffee, decor, food items and our customer service.”

The Ralstons brought years of combined business experience to the new enterprise. Sandra was seasoned in real estate and banking, while Larry’s background was in residential construction and development. Together, they worked hard to remodel the space and turn it into a welcoming ambiance, fusing bright, open modern touches with tried-and-true functionality. Two farmstyle tables situated near the back of the shop serve as meeting spaces for several groups. “I was surprised at how it all came together. It has been a lot of work, but it’s very rewarding, satisfying and comforting,” Sandra elaborated.

Sandra or Larry usually can be found at Eagle River Coffee, with Larry typically arriving at 6:30 a.m. to visit with customers. They both seek regular feedback from customers as they roll out new menu options, artwork for the walls and in-store events. “We always like knowing what our customers prefer,” Sandra said. “We look forward to always improving and offering new products. We plan on being here a long time.” ¢

To visit Eagle River Coffee, please visit 228 E. Plaza Drive, Suite A in Eagle.

To learn more, please visit their Facebook page at facebook.com/eaglerivercoffee

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Boise BOSCO artists and others gather to support Rarity Rugs.

Photographs by Kimberlee Miller

THERE’S A WHOLE LOT OF HUSTLE IN LIFE. TO PAUSE, BREATHE AND CONNECT WITH GOOD FRIENDS AND COLLEAGUES BRINGS BALANCE. WHEN YOU CAN DO THIS, AND HELP A NON-PROFIT BY NETWORKING BUSINESSES TOGETHER, YOU’VE CREATED A WINWIN-WIN. IT’S ABOUT TAKING TIME TO LISTEN, ADD VALUE BY CARING ABOUT OTHER PEOPLE IN THE WORLD, AND HAVE FAITH THAT IT WILL ALL COME TOGETHER.” - TIA CRABTREE AT EAGLE AND GREENBELT MAGAZINE EVENT FOR RARITY RUGS AND BOSCO ARTISTS.

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BACKYARD ADVENTURES Discover what awaits you right here in Eagle.

Story and Photos by: Kirk Cheney, Jason Delgadillo and Danny Adair Eagle residents are a lucky bunch. Most can lace their shoes or hop on their bike and -- within minutes of their front door -- be on ribbons of singletrack trails that wind through scenic, golden foothills without driving to the trailhead! This is a rare treat, even amongst cities considered to be top outdoor destinations.

What’s more, the city of Eagle just embarked on a trail planning process to ensure that trail access is a priority for Eagle’s future. Stay up to date on that effort here: http://www.cityofeagle.org/trailsplan. With that, here are some of our favorite places to ride, run and hike in the Eagle area: SPRING VALLEY CREEK AT AVIMOR Spring Valley Creek is a fantastic trail -- a classic Idaho gulch trail that follows a creek at a moderate, steady grade. It’s reminiscent of Hulls Gulch, a popular trail behind Boise’s Camelsback Park, 15 years ago before Hulls was widened by consistent overuse. Spring Valley Creek trail ascends from a craggy gulch near the Avimor streets to open, rolling hills with excellent views of Stack Rock. It’s popular with a variety of trail users -- joggers, hikers and mountain bikers -- but it’s rarely crowded. Mountain bikers are drawn to its excellent “flow,” with just enough rocks and other obstacles sprinkled in to make it interesting. There’s one particularly tricky rock that few bikers can ride; if you clear that section, pat yourself on the back!

ADA/EAGLE BIKE PARK TRAILS Don’t be fooled by the name: the Ada/Eagle Bike Park isn’t just for bikers.

Go there at any time of day and you’ll find hikers and joggers scattered across the system of cross country trails (Rabbit Run and Veteran’s Trail are particularly popular). That said, this place is a dream if you’re on two wheels!

The Boise/Eagle area is blessed with miles and miles of accessible trails, but they’re a bit homogeneous: the natural composition of the foothills (sand) doesn’t lend itself well to unique trail features. The bike park fills that void with trails for riders of all abilities, all the way up to advanced double black diamond trails where advance riders can really “send it.” If you like drops, jumps, berms and all-around gnarl, the bike park should be your go-to spot.

Check out Shake-N-Bake or Stormin’ Mormon. If advanced trails aren’t your thing, no worries. There are plenty of beginner and intermediate trails with smaller, optional features to test your skills. The Flow Trail is an intermediate trail that rides like a dirt roller coaster with berms, whoops and rollable jumps. Junkyard is a short, fun, beginner-friendly loop with a few small berms and whoops mixed in for kicks. An added benefit is that the park is very family friendly. Load up the kids, from toddlers to teenagers, and go explore! Check out @boisetrailpics on Instagram to see daily photos of local trails, stay up to date on trail conditions, and plan your next adventure. ¢

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Oak Barrel of Eagle

Smoky Mountain Pizzeria Grill

Le Coq d’Or

GRIT

Bella Aquila

Bodacious Pig Barbecue

A from scratch kitchen mastered by executive chef Mike Gradian. Oak Barrrel of Eagle is well-known for having selection of fine wines and mouthwatering cuisine. Expanding their uniqueness is a lounge where live music is played every Friday and Saturday night. Happy hour is daily from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Smoky Mountain Pizzeria Grill is a comfortable, casual, family restaurant located in downtown Eagle. Our extensive menu features unique pizzas & pastas, delicious salads, sandwiches, grilled steaks, hamburgers & more.There’s also a large kids’ menu, a game room and big screen TVs. Kids can even make their own pizzas!

Serving traditional French and European cuisine, Executive Chef Franck Bacquet combines freshly grown vegetables and Northwestern meats with specialty imported ingredients to create dishes with genuine, passionate flavors. Located inside Chateau des Fleurs, Le Coq d’Or serves up delicious fine dining in a one-of-a-kind atmosphere.

A newcomer to the Eagle dining arena, Grit has wasted no time in becoming one of Eagle’s best places to eat. Grit offers traditional American cuisine with a unique twist, and so far customers— and reviewers—are loving it. Their menu options include hand tossed pizzas, fried chicken, steaks, soups, and much more.

Bella Aquila is open daily for lunch and dinner as well as Sunday brunch with live music. Italian is our specialty with fresh house made pastas, local ingredients and impeccable service in a romantic setting along the Greenbelt. We feature a full bar and have been recognized by Wine Spectator magazine for our outstanding wine selection.

Located at the intersection of Old State Street and Eagle Road, Bodacious Pig Barbecue brings together the experience of husband and wife restaurateurs Joel and Tricia Anderson to create a traditional meets contemporary barbecue experience in the heart of downtown Eagle.

1065 E. Winding Creek Dr. 208.938.3010 | boiseoakbarrel.com

127 E. State St. 208.939.0212 | smokymountainpizza.com

176 S. Rosebud Lane 208.947.2844 | chateaueagle.com

360 S. Eagle Rd. 208.576.6666 | gritcuisine.com

775 S. Rivershore Ln. 208.938.1900 | bellaaquilarestaurant.com

34 E. State St. 208.514.0068 | bodaciouspig.com

Ahi Sushi Bar

Rembrandts Coffee House

RICE

daVinci’s

The Griddle

Wild West Bakery & Espresso

Sushi in Eagle? For sure! Ahi Sushi Bar is a relaxing environment where you can take a client, a date, or even the whole family. Enjoy weekly specials, happy hours and a menu fit for even the finickiest of fish eaters! Ahi Sushi Bar also offers a wide assortment of sake and local wines.

Rembrandts Coffee House is iconic for the delicious bake goods, R signatured lattes and sandwiches. The atmosphere is cosmic with color, artwork and comfy couches. Open seven days a week and in the heart of Eagle on the corner of Old State and Eagle Rd.

Rice, a contemporary Asian cuisine restaurant, has a talent for fusing flavors from around the Far East creating a delicious menu of inspired dishes.

Whether dining inside or on the beautiful outdoor patio, Rice has become a popular and trendy spot to enjoy Lunch Specials 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Daily Happy Hour 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

In the mood for some classic Italian food without any fuss? daVinci’s offers generously portioned meals at great prices, in a casual dining atmosphere with a unique local flair, set in a historic building right in the heart of downtown Eagle.

The original since 1948, The Griddle serves up friendly diner style fare with a gourmet twist.

Family owned and operated, this breakfast and lunch spot offers all the specialties you crave, including corn beef hash, biscuits and gravy and mom’s own special recipe for Quiche Lorraine.

Sunset Magazine called Wild West Eagle’s “first and friendliest” espresso cafe! Known for our World Famous Sticky Buns, we’re serving Breakfast, Lunch, Caffe D’arte coffee and espresso; beer & wine. Stop in for an omelet & mimosa for breakfast, or one of Eagle’s Best Burgers for lunch!

1193 E. Winding Creek Dr. 208.938.3474 | ahisushibar.com

93 S. Eagle Rd. 208.938.1564 | rembrandtscoffeehouse.net

228 E. Eagle Plaza, Eagle, ID 208.939.2595 | riceeagle.com

190 E. State St. 208.939.2500 | davincis2.com

177 Eagle River St. 208.939.9070 | thegriddle.com

83 E. State St. | 208.939.5677 wildwestbakeryandespresso.com

Bardenay

Porterhouse Market

Sa-wad-dee

Joe Momma’s

Pizza Hut

Lucky Fins Seafood Grill

In the year 2000, history was made when Bardenay became the first restaurant in the United States to include an in-restaurant distillery. Now with a hip third location right upon the river in Eagle.

Bardenay’s cocktails are handcrafted with their own distilled vodka, rum, gin and freshly squeezed citrus juices.

Porterhouse market is not only a great place to eat, but a great place to learn how to eat. Porterhouse was born out of necessity. Stop in for lunch and try one of their famous sandwiches and soups— made fresh to order—and check out the plethora of quality meats and seafood for sale as well. Open Monday-Saturday 10 a.m. until 6:00 p.m.

Sa-wad-dee is the valley’s most authentic Thai restaurant. The truth is, trying to describe the tastes that flood your mouth in a magazine is impossible.

But when that first taste of coconut soup or the first bite of Green Curry hits your mouth, then you know, you have a favorite new restaurant. Dine-in, take-out, delivery, and catering.

Joe Momma’s uses many Idaho products to provide the freshest experience to their customers!

The breakfast menu consists of an excellent selection of omelets, benedicts, fresh made sauces and gravies as well as many other breakfast classics. The lunch menu offers specialty burgers, sandwiches, and fresh made soups and salads.

Build a pizza that’s custom made for you. Start with your favorite crust, add all the toppings you want and just the right amount of cheese and sauce or pick one of our fabulous specialty pizzas.

Whether you are gathering for a game or making it a lunch meeting, feeding a large group is easy with our affordable catering options.

Lucky Fins Seafood Grill is an exceptional restaurant featuring Latin and Asian flavors intended to entice even the most sophisticated of palettes. Wednesday through Saturdays, diners are offered a wide variety of sushi dishes that range from the tame to the boldly exotic—all of which providing a truly out of this world experience.

155 E. Riverside Dr. 208.938.5093 | bardenay.com

600 S. Rivershore Ln., Ste. 190 208.938.1441 | porterhousemarket.com

1890 E. Fairview Ave., Meridian, ID 208.884.0701 | sawaddeethai.com

600 S. Rivershore Ln. 208.939.3917 | joemommaseatery.com

398 S. Eagle Rd. 208.938.9090 | pizzahut.com

1441 N. Eagle Rd. 208.888.3467 | luckyfinsgrill.com

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6735 W Stadium Eagle, ID 83616

937 N Luge Eagle, ID 83616

2491 Pronghorn Eagle, ID 83616

Welcome to Phase 8 of Legacy, where everyday living is extraordinary. This home offers a very flexible floor plan with 3 to 4 bedrooms and an office. Live large in the master suite with dual vanities and soaker tub as well as a beautiful walkin shower. Open kitchen and great room area are perfect for entertaining. Don’t miss out!

Welcome home to Lakeside Retreats at Legacy, where everyday living is extraordinary. This beautiful home was designed by Solitude Homes.

Lakeside Retreats is comprised of hand crafted coastal homes. Drive past the stunning water features and beneath the beautiful bridge.

Highly sought after acreage community in Eagle.

Room to roam with every room having an en suite, 1200 square feet of master bedroom and bathroom, His and her closets, tile, hardwood, too many upgrades to list. This home was an award winning parade home in 2005. If you love to cook this kitchen is for you.

Jennifer Hickey $565,000 208.724.6124 Boise Premier Real Estate

Jennifer Hickey $749,000 208.724.6124 Boise Premier Real Estate

Jennifer Hickey $950,900 208.724.6124 Boise Premier Real Estate

2120 Granite Creek Way Eagle, ID 83616

1945 N Little Salmon Way Eagle, ID 83616 659 E Eaglewoods Ln Eagle, ID 83616

Boise Hunter Homes presents the Gainsville with a bonus room. 12 foot ceilings throughout the main great room and kitchen area. Lots of natural light and a two sided stone frplc out to the patio.

Kitchen features a large granite island bar, SS appliances with a five burner gas range.

Boise Hunter Homes introduces the Oxford split bedroom with an extra deep garage. L shaped kitchen island with granite, SS appliances, double ovens and five burner gas range. Deep walk in pantry and separate office area with shelves. Floor to ceiling stone fireplace and transom windows in the great room.

Fantastic property in the Gated Lakemoor Neighborhood that has private fishing ponds.

Beautiful granite & back splash in the kitchen with double built in ovens & microwave, gas cook top & large pantry. Tile floors throughout a lot of the main floor. Two story entry & great room with lots of windows for tons of natural light.

Charles B Rosco $509,900 208.861.0306 Coldwell Banker Tomlinson

Charles B Rosco $529,900 208.861.0306 Coldwell Banker Tomlinson

Tom L Turner 208.249.2132

5015 W Eagle Landing Court Eagle, ID 83616

3054 N Ballantyne Ln Eagle, ID 83616

719 N Cactus Creek Ave Eagle, ID 83616

Gorgeous two-story home in legacy! Open floor plan with up-to-date finishes, current colors, and hardwood floors. Spacious Great Room with a beautiful stone fireplace. Kitchen has generous cabinetry, slab granite island, SS appliances, and a walk-in pantry.

Build your dream estate home on this 5 acre home site in this ideal close-in location! Start a vineyard to join the Eagle Hills Appellation, build out your dream horse property, or just take advantage of the East-facing views from the back of the property to the Boise Front. Bring your home builder, or ask about our builder selection services.

Four bed, two bath home was a parade home in 2006. Oversized 4 car garage (one bay is enclosed with a built in heater for a workshop!) Heated floors throughout main floor. Granite countertops, large master bathroom w/soaking tub & dual shower heads, walk in closet, split floorplan, and more.

Ti R Smack 208.287.8770

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$350,000 The Smack Group

Phil Mount 208.841.0134

$395,000 Front Street Brokers

Crystal Shearer 208.340.6092

$463,000 Keller Williams Realty

$389,900 Silvercreek Realty Group