Eagle Magazine November-December 2020

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HOLIDAY SPIRITS GIFT GUIDE

2020

FROM ROMANIA W/ LOVE

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FEATURES 12 | GIFT GUIDE 2020 16 | HOLIDAY SPIRITS 22 | FROM ROMANIA W/ LOVE 26 | THREE FAMILIES GIVE THANKS TO THEIR SLEEPY HOME TOWN

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NOV/DEC 2020 Contributors Pat Minkiewicz Chelsea Chambers Barb Law Shelley Pamela Kleibrink Thompson Kayli Corbin Monica Pierce Lynn Schmidt McCale Ashenbrener Erika Heeren Fay Castronova Designer Chelsey Adams Photography Emma Thompson Heather James Race Littlefield FOR RESULTS-DRIVEN ADVERTISING em@eaglemagazine.com 208-484-8215 FOR GENERAL INFORMATION www.eaglemagazine.com 208-484-8215

HELLO EM READERS! Hello again Eagle! It’s that time of year already and holiday season is upon us! These have been challenging times for all but we hope that you get the opportunity to take a breath and celebrate the season with those you love! We have a great issue in store for you, so grab a cozy blanket and snuggle in! Are you ready to get nostalgic? Check out our Nostalgic Eagle feature article! Meet your neighbors as we interview long-term Eagle residents. Pest problem? Alyssa Ervin and her birds of prey have got you covered! Discover your next winter recreation destination and find out what we mean when we say have “All Rad Days.” All that plus Heim Design Studio, the Holiday Gift Guide, Holiday Cocktails and Mocktails, and so much more! As always, we want to say thank you to our dedicated readers and supporters. If this has taught us anything, it’s that this community is strong and full of love! Sending the best wishes for a fabulous holiday season to all!

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COFFEE AND SUPPLY CO

Recently opened in Eagle, Coffee and Supply Co. is your neighborhood gathering spot.

The offerings include a premium, seasonally rotating menu of curated coffee, espresso drinks, and bites. Family-owned and operated they take pride in sourcing local items.

The cozy lounge vibe and general store feature a host of local brands and limited-edition gifts and goods year-round. In addition to the locally-sourced offerings, they have a featured pour-over bar where they spotlight some of the Treasure Valley’s best roasters.

Be on the lookout for unique events and surprises throughout the year from this shop. #gifting 36 N. Echohawk Ln. #101B, Eagle @coffeeandsupplyco coffeeandsupplyco.com 208-297-2187

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HOPE BLOOMS

A gem of a store that has been family-owned and operated for 35-years in Eagle. You’ll notice the fun outside as well as in with a festive-theme on every occasion. They take great pride in floral arrangements for weddings and events, plants, and incredible gift baskets that are crafted from their large assortment of gift products – earrings, lotions, candles, and more. You won’t want to miss this place on your holiday shopping journey. #flowers 391 W. State Street Suite B, Eagle @hopebloomsflowers hopebloomsflowersandthings.com 208-939-4022

CACI WOOD-FIRED SICILIAN GRILL

CACi is a newer restaurant to the Eagle scene celebrating two successful years offering wood fired meats and pizzas and featuring everything made fresh in-house - from their pastas and doughs to the incredible sauces and dressings.

Come enjoy a holiday cocktail this holiday season. As a stocking stuffer, get a 10% bonus gift card of $5 for every $50 purchase of gift cards! #cheers 1592 E. Riverside Drive, Eagle @caci_grill cacigrill.com 208-392-5669

SECOND AVENUE

Celebrating 17 years in Eagle, this popular destination is known for its unique gifts, quality consigned furniture & home decor. Their gift selection has grown, and expanded to include many Idaho made items, as well as items with Eagle and/or Idaho name dropped on them. The gifts selection includes greeting cards, candles, paper napkins, tabletop linens, body care, dish towels, men’s gifts, holiday decor, Jellycat, Brumate, and of course our super cute birds! #shoplocal 222 E. State Street, Eagle @secondavenueeagle Shopsecondavenue.com 208-938-4383

OLIVE AND VYNE

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 55 varieties of premium Olive Oil and Balsamic Vinegars from around the world. A newly added Wine Shop will make your gift extraordinary! You can also find local merchandise, such as honey, herbs & spices, pastas, dips and spreads to customize your gift! All food gifts include custom recipes. Shop in-store, online, or call for curbside pickup or local delivery. #delicious

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REMBRANDTS Rembrandts is an icon of Eagle of 18 years serving breakfast and lunch daily until 3:00, serving dinner Wednesday through Saturday until close, and featuring live music on Wednesday and Friday evenings. This holiday season get a 10% bonus on gift cards - $5 bonus card for each $50 in gift card purchases. Take 10% off on our coffee mugs, Eagle Strong and Rembrandts shirts for under the tree! #weareEAGLEstrong 93 S. Eagle Rd, Eagle @rembrandtseagle Rembrandtseagle.com 208-938-1564

BRUCE RANCH BEEF

Give the gift of local, quality, nutritious food this holiday season with Bruce Ranch Beef CSA’s holiday ‘share’ of slow-grown Angus beef. Antibiotic, hormone and GMOfeed free, our cattle are humanely-raised on pasture and mountain range in the Owyhee mountains. Six premium steaks, 15lbs ground beef, two premier roasts plus a selection of bonus cuts valued at $50 - Carne Asada, sirloin, flank steak, and more - $325 delivered locally. #naturalbeef Pleasant Valley & Eagle @bruceranchbeef_csa bruceranchbeef.com 208-890-5477

GRIT & PORTERHOUSE

At Porterhouse, it’s all about high quality meat, seafood and home-made deli dishes for your stay-at-home dining pleasure. Grit uses those same high-quality meats and seafood along with local produce to create a delicious menu for your going-out-on-the-town dining pleasure.

Buy a gift card bundle and save 20%. Pay just $80 and receive a $50 gift card from both Porterhouse and Grit ($100 value) OR super-size that bundle and pay just $160 and receive a $100 gift card from both places! ($200 value) Gift card bundles can be purchased at both Grit and Porterhouse.

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RICE THAI CUISINE

Gift cards available at Rice Contemporary Asian Cuisine in Eagle! Treat your loved ones this holiday season to the gift of delicious food! Whether you are in the mood for some tasty noodles, comforting rice, vegetables, soups, salads or sushi – Rice has it all! Not to mention they have been voted Best Unique Cocktail and Best Bartender, and have some seriously mouth-watering drinks, perfect for any occasion. Great lunch specials, vegan options, and more! Buy $100 in gift cards, and get an extra $20.

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PHOTOGRAPHY RASE LITTLEFIELD

“The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear.” Buddy the Elf. Nothing unshackles your inner Elf better than a well-appointed libation! Everything on this polished American menu is created from scratch and entirely unique. Try “The Dragon,” a cocktail honed from Uncle Ed’s Damn Good Vodka with Chateau Monet liquor, fresh lime juice, soothing chamomile and housemade habanero syrup with a raspberry garnish. The “Apple Picker” is a non-alcoholic alchemy of fresh squeezed apple juice, lime juice, cinnamon syrup and ginger beer with a twist of lemon. Enjoy your cocktails in sophisticated yet laid back ambiance that includes a fireplace, partially covered back patio and intimate dining space. This winter the appetizer of choice is the roasted bone marrow steak tartar, a Double R Ranch filet, roasted bone marrow, capers and shallots with house made Crostini’s and bone marrow butter. Take your friends and belt it out from the rooftop patio with beautiful views.

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CRAVE KITCHEN & BAR 165 E. Colchester Dr. cravekitchenbar.com 208-702-7283

If you like it sweet and spicy, ask for “The Caci,” this specialty cocktail made with spiced honey, buffalo trace bourbon,a dash of aperol and orange juice with a wedge of orange and basil leaf topping. Or sip a “Cranberry Smash,” a mocktail of fresh cranberries, mint, lime wedges, brown sugar and ginger ale topped with a splash of cranberry. Stop by for happy hour when you can BOGO like you used to for shoes. The staff here strives to keep you coming back with their genuine interest in knowing their customers. It truly always feels like a special occasion. Warm-up with some Cioppio, a stew of mussels, clams, prawns, swordfish and scallops with Tuscan grilled bread and other dishes with unique wood-fired flavors.Close to downtown and minutes from the Greenbelt.

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Their name might be a simple four letters describing a basic American staple, but there is nothing no-nonsense about the creative culinary passion at Rice in Eagle. Only the freshest ingredients are employed in this contemporary Asian eatery that uses hand squeezed lemon and lime for their drink mixers. Try the apple cider cinnamon mocktini or a cranberry Old Fashioned. Hand cut vegetables, meat and seafood chosen with care, they love what they do. And you will do well to try the prime rib finger steak tempura served with house made Ranch wasabi sauce.

RICE THAI CUISINE 228 E. Eagle Plaza St. Suite Q and R Riceeagle.com 208-939-2595

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There literally is something for everyone here where brunch is on Saturday or Sunday, happy hours with BOGO deals allow you to sample an array of expertly made cocktails by bartenders who each have their signature creation. Vegan and gluten free choices are made with the freshest ingredients. The Caprese Toast with burrata cheese is lightly torched to a warm and creamy spread for the mushroom duxelles crostini. Cocktails are made with house-made syrups which blend nicely with Coyne’s Private label vodka and gin made at sister-store, Bardenay. Stop in for “Oh My Gourd” made with Bardenay Rum, pumpkin simple syrup, fresh lemon juice, whipped with an egg white and garnished with brown sugar and cinnamon. Designated drivers will love “No Proof” mocktails made of fresh squeezed grapefruit juice, almond syrup and black walnut bitters garnished with a dehydrated grapefruit wheel. ¢ COYNE’S RESTAURANT & BAR 676 E. Riverside Dr. Coynesrestaurant.com 208-609-5550.

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FROM ROMANIA

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PHOTOGRAPHY HEATHER JAMES

GIVE BACK WITH DULCERELLA CUSTOM CAKES AND GOURMET DESSERTS THIS HOLIDAY SEASON In the city of trees, Fall is an event. Leaves stroll the runway in their finest fading hues, then twirl to the ground in a dramatic bow. It is nature’s final high kick as the cold and dark of winter descend. I love nothing more than some hot tea, snugged into a cozy blanket on the couch, watching some jolly Brits politely battle it out on the British Baking Show. Jammied up with scone crumbs on my lap, I learned from Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith, that baking is an art.

Sure, there is science behind it, knowing just how much yeast, baking powder or baking soda will affect the chemical reaction and rise of your creation. Yet it is the interplay of flavor, with the sweet design of delicately draped fondant and swiss meringue buttercream, that makes the cake the most delectable artform.

Mihaela LeCedre of Dulcerella Custom Cakes and gourmet desserts is an artist indeed. From stunning tiered cakes with meticulously handcrafted fondant succulents, to gorgeous macarons towers, Dulcerella is the Treasure Valley’s lead cake boutique for a reason. In 2020, one of Dulcerella’s original designed cakes was featured in Rocky Mountain Bride Idaho magazine.

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nian background,” recalls Mihaela. ‘“Dulce” in Romanian, very similar with the Spanish, means “Sweet”, so that’s how I came up with the name.” A foodie from birth, Mihaela had a culinary blog where she posted over 200 recipes. “That’s how I tested many dessert recipes and I decided that I want to make beautiful cakes. I started learning how to decorate, and I can say it is a continuous process. I always like to learn new techniques and designs.”

This holiday season Mihaela is using some Romanian inspiration in her Christmas ornament filled with macarons. “It makes the perfect gift for anyone from your teacher to your boss or grandma. I thought that old world flavors of chocolate and candied orange peel would fit perfectly for this,” explains Mihaela. For every ornament she sells, she will donate two dollars to Eagle food bank, along with Christmas cookies in the week before Christmas. The ornaments will be available by pre order at dulcerellacakes.com starting on November 30th.

One of Mihaela favorite cakes was one she made this Spring with delicately draped rose fondant and a bright pop of dried flowers. The flowers were supposed to be on the first wedding cake of the season.

That wedding, among many others, was cancelled due to the mildly disruptive global Coronavirus pandemic. “I saved and dried the flowers and made that display cake as a tribute to all the couples that had to change, cancel or postpone what was supposed to be one of the most important days in their life.”

Mihaela loves the art of baking, but also the opportunity to be part of people’s joyous celebrations. “I am not only in the business of making delicious cakes, I’m also in the business of making memories.” ¢ Learn more and see Mihaela’s stunning cakes at dulcerellacakes.com 24 @dulcerella_customcakes @dulcerellafromscratch

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Nostalgic Eagle THREE FAMILIES GIVE THANKS TO THEIR SLEEPY HOME TOWN

“Over the river, and through the wood, to Grandfather’s house away!

We would not stop for doll or top, for ‘tis Thanksgiving Day.”

BY JENNY GILMAN PHOTOGRAPHY HEATHER JAMES

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ydia Maria Child penned the poem, Over the River and Through the Wood. Her trek across woodland and farmland rings familiar to the families of Eagle’s past. Though change has come and built Eagle into a city of nearly thirty thousand, the old town feel remains.

The bright oranges, reds, and yellows in Merrill Park reflect the sunrise and sunsets that come so quickly this time of year. The leaves are crisp, crunching underfoot, as passers-by stroll with their warm jackets and scarves tied neatly to keep them warm. It’s Thanksgiving! It’s the season to sit comfortably and reflect upon those things that make each of our lives have meaning.

Nancy and Alei Merrill cherished the once sleepy little town of Eagle.

Nancy worked on the Merrill farm

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“I USED TO RIDE MY HORSE THROUGH EAGLE, I WOULD GO TO ORVILLE’S AND SAY HI, GET A SNACK, PICK UP A FEW THINGS FOR MY DAD AT EVANS LUMBERYARD...”

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when she met Galan Merrill. They married and moved into a little home next door and began raising their family.

As the town began to grow into a city, Nancy knew that it was essential to maintain the feel of the country. The open spaces, the setbacks, the rerouted highway, are all there by design. They were included so that new residents are welcomed, and long-timers comforted, with that same sleepy feeling of home. Nancy was involved in much of the open-space preservation due to her time spent serving the Eagle community as a planner, a city councilwoman, and mayor. Eagle residents are able to enjoy her legacy of parks to play in and pathways to stroll on, especially during the display of color in early November.

Alei speaks thankfully about the open space she had as a child in Eagle. Riding her horse around town was therapeutic: “I used to ride my horse through Eagle, I would go to Orville’s and say hi, get a snack, pick up a few things for my dad at Evans Lumberyard, and circle back along the riverbank to the farm. I would pass neighbors and friends along the way. There didn’t seem to be a sense of urgency or time.”

Stephanie is thankful for her family and that her two daughters stayed close. Every year they gather for their traditional Thanksgiving dinner. Though the festivities have grown with marriages and grandchildren, they still feel the same sense of tradition. She said, “It doesn’t feel like the holidays unless we spend it together.”

Lacy (Benedetto) Hahn described a family tradition of great food and family coming together. Thanksgiving is the kick-off for her family’s Christmas. Shortly after Thanksgiving, they head up to the mountains to find their special tree.

Lacy is grateful for growing up in a community where open spaces are maintained to reflect the Eagle of earlier days. She said, “I am thankful every day that I am able to raise my children in the same environment, same small town feeling that I was raised with. [I remember] the annual fall carnival that [Eagle Hills Elementary] would hold where families and teachers gather to celebrate the new school year playing games, winning prizes, and sharing donated sweet treats.

It felt like you knew everyone, and despite our differences, we were all part of a big community family, just happy to be in each other’s presence.”

She tells of riding her horse along NANCY WAS INVOLVED IN the riverbank and through cornMike, Pat, and Joe Palmer’s MUCH OF THE OPEN-SPACE fields that stood where the conparents moved to Eagle over PRESERVATION DUE TO nector is now. The freedom she forty years ago. All three of HER TIME SPENT SERVING had to escape was priceless. She them speak of the same thing: THE EAGLE COMMUNITY is appreciative that the downcommunity. They remember AS A PLANNER, A CITY town area is still so familiar. Ora small-town feel with good COUNCILWOMAN, AND MAYOR. ville Jackson’s, the old hotel, the people all around them. Their Church that is now Rembrandt’s, father, Chuck Palmer, was the the old museum, these places of history still ring true Sherriff of Ada County for twelve years. Mike recalls his today, even with their changes. father flying his airplane and landing it in their field.

Forty years ago, the Benedetto family lived and played He said, “At the time, most of the neighbors didn’t care. along the banks of Dry Creek. The children built dams I know that today if you tried to land in your pasture, and discovered snakes. They rode their trikes down a dirt there would be serious objections.” lane without any worry of traffic. Stephanie, their mom, said, “We were our own Little House on the Prairie back then.”

Pat Palmer remembers the streets of Eagle before there were traffic lights. He said, “State Street was two lanes through town. We raised hay and hauled it to Evans lum31

ber to use their scale. It was so close to Eagle road you almost ran it over when you came to the stop sign.”

Pat is thankful that through all of Eagle’s growth, the city has maintained the beautiful landscaping.

Joe Palmer is thankful for the sleepy little town in which he grew up. He remembers everyone caring for each other. He recalls an unforgettable memory: “Every year, the volunteer fire department held an auction to fundraise for their burnout fund. Everyone in town was there. The citizens would bid on items [higher than] their actual value.

The entire community was incredibly supportive of the cause, because we were ultimately supporting each other.”

Together, these families paint a picture of a small town that took care of them, and each other, as it grew into what it is today. They spoke of the city and their love of the nostalgic old buildings. Orville Jackson’s was a vital stomping ground, and though it has changed, the facade remains. They all want to see the historic downtown preserved, just like their open spaces. ¢

Nancy Merrill said, “We should all be thankful for where we live and how we were raised.

Thankful for those you love who gather around you. We’re all people. We all have something to give. It’s time to start giving back.”

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Grace is a young fifteen-year-old girl located in Eagle, Idaho. She has dreams far beyond the average teen. She plans to one day have her very own animal farm, with all the farm animals one can think of! Grace recently moved to Eagle, Idaho in July 2020 and has loved exploring all that Eagle has to offer. Grace has always loved animals, but farm animals are her cup of tea. Just like most

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of us, Grace was stuck inside all day bored during the pandemic.

One hot summer day in late July she decided to bike around town and explore for any new exciting things she hadn’t seen yet. As she was biking, the strong aroma of hay caught her attention.

She stopped her bike and saw a cow staring right at her. Grace felt as if the cow was posing for her, so she walked up to him and

snapped a photo. She couldn’t stop taking photos of the cow because he just seemed so happy. At that moment, she knew her true passion was farm animals and photography. By combining both the things she loved it flourished into an idea to start taking photos of farm animals while she’s biking around town. Her goal is to always find a new animal everyday and capture their very essence. Grace said the animals come right up to her when she goes up to the fences, and that’s her favorite part. Her main goal is to try and take photos of the animal’s individual personality. In Grace’s eyes, all animals have their own unique personality and her photos represent that. Grace’s favorite animals so far are goats, ducks, and cows. Her love for new animals grows every day. After all, they’re all so photogenic so it’s hard to pick just one favorite! ¢ @ruff_meow_moo

WREATHS ACROSS AMERICA REMEMBER the Fallen, HONOR those who Served and TEACH our children the Value of Freedom American Legion’s Orville Jackson Post 127 and The Treasure Valley Riders would like to ask you to help us ensure that all of our fallen heroes have a wreath placed on their headstone for this year’s Ceremony at Idaho State Veterans Cemetery.

Our goal is to sponsor over 250 wreaths. For every 2 wreaths purchased through our page, wreathsacrossamerica.org/ID0018, we will receive a free wreath and Orville Jackson Post 127, will match wreath for wreath up to $1000.00. You may also mail funds to Orville Jackson Post 127, American Legion, PO Box 1166, Eagle, ID 83616.

One wreath is $15.00 or Three wreaths for $30.00. Deadline for donations are November 30th.

You can also direct which Veterans Cemetery you would like the wreath to go to and you can re­quest to place it yourself on your chosen Veteran’s headstone. Details are on our page wreathsacrossamerica.org/ID0018.

December 14, 2020 at 10:00 AM will be the opening ceremony on the Capital steps. Orville Jackson Post 127 is honored to provide The Color Guard for the opening ceremony.

December 19th at 10:00 AM , will be the Wreaths Across America Ceremony located at Idaho State Veterans Cemetery, 10100 N Horseshoe Bend Rd. We will be laying remembrance wreaths on the graves of our country’s fallen heroes while honoring and remembering them.

If you have any questions please contact Yvonne C Perez, Adjutant, Orville Jackson Post 127 at 208.761.4341. Our Post website is Post127.Org. Thank you for your consideration and support!

SEASON OF SAFETY The Eagle Police Department’s Fraud Detective and Traffic Enforcement Officers Want You to Stay Safe During the Holidays

BY LIZA LONG

PHOTOGRAPHY HEATHER JAMES

Have you ever wondered what a credit freeze is and why you may need one? Do you have questions about Idaho’s new hands-free cell phone law? What do you need to know about winter driving conditions? Eagle Police Department fraud detective Brendan Kirkpatrick STEP Deputy Joe Richardson both have some ideas about what you can do to stay safe this winter.

The Best Defense Is a Good Offense Eagle’s explosive growth in the last five years highlighted the police department’s need for a detective who focused specifically

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on fraud and identity theft. With 25 years of law enforcement experience, eight of these in fraud, Detective Brendan Kirkpatrick was the perfect choice. Ironically, Detective Kirkpatrick notes that the positive qualities that bring so many people to our community unfortunately also attract scam artists who prey on people’s goodwill.

Some of the more common scams that Detective Kirkpatrick sees involve unsolicited phone calls requesting payment in gift cards.

“They may call you and tell you there’s a warrant out for your arrest in Texas and ask you to send them $1,500 in Target gift cards,” he told me, stressing that this type of request should always be a red flag.

“Do not ever send gift cards,” he said. “Gift cards are just that something you buy your niece or your cousin. A real agency like the IRS or Social Security Administration will never ask you to pay fines in gift cards.”

People are on their computers more because of the pandemic, and this increased computer time leads to a rise in fraud. “Computer crimes take place throughout the year, but during the holiday season, we are in the spirit of giving,” Detective Kirkpatrick notes. “Be aware of fake charities who ask you for donations.”

“Don’t click on suspicious or unsolicited emails or attachments,” he adds. “Don’t ever give your computer access to anyone. It’s your computer—and potentially your identity.”

Detective Kirkpatrick recommends that people take a few minutes to freeze their credit accounts, and he’s worked with the department to create educational materials to help people protect their credit before they encounter a problem.

“A major part of my work is education,” he says. “If you’re a victim of identity theft, it can take you several months to get your life back. It’s an emotional thing—you have all these bills, you don’t know where they came from, and it can feel overwhelming. If you ever get an email or phone call soliciting for anything, and you are not sure, call us. We are here any time you need us and we will help you take care of this.”

Engaged Driving Is Safe Driving As Eagle grows, so does our traffic. Deputy Joe Richardson is part of a two-officer STEP team dedicated exclusively to Eagle’s traffic issues. With his partner Deputy Jeremy Seibert and a pair of new motorcycles, the team handles everything from neighborhood speeding concerns to stop sign running to safe driving in school zones.

Many residents may be concerned about the new hands-free cell phone law that went into effect on July 1, 2020. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 2,841 people were killed and more than 400,000 were injured in 2018 in accidents where distracted driving was a factor, and cell phone use is one of the major causes of distraction. During the first six months of Idaho’s implementation, officers have focused on giving drivers warnings and educating them about safe driving. Citations of $75 for first offenses will start to be issues on January 1, 2021.

Deputy Richardson says that he’s seen good cell phone behavior from drivers in our community overall, but he stresses that distracted driving does not start and end with cell phone use. “We’ve seen everything you can imagine,” he told me. “People putting on makeup, dogs walking across laps and blocking the view, even some people changing their clothes in the driver’s seat.”

Richardson notes that he and his partner focus on the concept of “engaged driving,” where drivers are paying full attention to the road.

A more serious concern for Eagle drivers is the number of flashing yellow left-turn signals on high-speed roads like Highway 44 and Highway 55, both major thruways in our community. “When you hear about the most horrific accidents, there’s often a flashing yellow light involved,” Deputy Richardson told me, giving the tragic example of a 2017 double fatality accident when two Eagle High School students were killed trying to turn from Highway 44 onto Park Lane. “At high speeds, those few seconds can be deadly.

When in doubt, wait for the solid green arrow.”

Officer Richardson also noted that winter weather leads to an increased risk of accidents. “Drivers need to adjust to the road conditions,” he said. “Make sure your tires are properly inflated and that you know how to use 4-wheel drive on winter roads.”

He notes that following too close is the biggest reason for winter accidents. “Leave a bigger space cushion between you and the next car. Slow down; don’t be inpatient, and be engaged and focused,” he advised. ¢

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We’ve all had a problem with pests at some point. From a pesky seagull ravaging your patio dining area to a hoard of Starlings devouring your garden harvest, we’ve all been there.

Or maybe it’s just a family of foraging squirrels digging holes in the yard or tearing the stuffing out of your lawn chairs. Whatever the case may be, they just simply aren’t afraid of us. While we frantically shout and jump, waving our arms wildly, it seems that no matter how “scary” we make ourselves, they just aren’t afraid of us. Or at least not too afraid to return the next day.

But there is one thing that all squirrels and Starlings and seagulls are afraid of: hawks.

With a bit of creative ingenuity, Alyssa Ervin has been able to create a business model out of this one reality: small birds and mammals are without a doubt, undeniably, terrified of a hawk on the hunt.

What started as a family hobby has now flourished into a successful business for Alyssa and her colleagues. “When I was 12, my dad bought me a book about falconry. I had no idea there was an entire sport revolving around what I loved to do.

At age 19 I got my falconry license and my first falconry bird, a Red Tailed Hawk. Training the bird came naturally to me, but the harder part was finding good fields to hunt,” Alyssa explained, excitedly.

How did The Hawk Proz get its start?

“When I started in the falconry world, I was hired on part time to fly Harris Hawks at landfills. I worked for them in Southern California flying Harris Hawks to keep the pest gulls out. Eventually I got hired on a little closer to home and that’s where The Hawk Proz was born. I had been working for another company chasing gulls and pigeons from a mall while I was pregnant.

I took leave to have my baby and by the time I came back to work, the mall had fired the original company and were asking to hire me directly. So a business was created and I had my first contract just like that. Word got around and now we have served over 40 properties in California. I am looking forward to branching out in Idaho, my focus will be keeping pest birds out of agriculture—like vineyards and other crops.”

How does The Hawk Proz work?

“The birds are paired with falconer and a list of contracts assigned to them. Each month they take their birds to their contracts. They release their hawk or falcon and patrol the property. They set a perimeter by rewarding the bird when it stays nearby. The pest birds who once felt safe in such a bustling urban environment where predators are leery to go are now feeling uneasy and looking to rehome. It’s simple—nature versus nature. No nets, spikes, noise makers, just all natural.” ¢

Alyssa is now based in Eagle, Idaho and has trained 19 new baby birds since April 2019. If you are interested in this natural, creative approach to pest control, visit the Hawk Proz website at thehawkproz.com.

’TIS THE SEASON TO ORGANIZE THE TOYS Tackle Those Playrooms Before Santa Comes As a professional organizer, I would say that playrooms are one of my favorite spaces to tackle.

Sure, there is typically a lot of sorting but in the end you can make some fun style choices and really bring the space to life.

A couple of notes before I get into the actual organization process. I know a lot of pro organizers would say to involve your kids on this project. In my experience that is a good way to never get it done! Kids tend to get excited about things that have been lying dormant in the bottom of the toy box.

My second note is to tackle this project (like any organization project) first thing in the morning or whenever you find you have the most energy.

The first step is to sort everything into categories. If you have a space that is jam packed then you can break this step into parts.

For example, that may look like sorting all the art and craft supplies and dealing with those first.

Once you have everything sorted then comes the edit. Low hanging fruit would be broken toys, then any “disposable” toys (i.e. anything from McDonalds), anything with missing pieces, etc. Next, toys your kids have grown out of or lost interest in. I’m always about a good edit but also keep in mind once the toys are organized in an accessible way you may find that your kids play with things they haven’t in a long time.

Now for a little space planning. Do you have adequate shelving?

If not, I would consider adding some furniture. I have been leaning toward more grown up furniture that can stay in the space for the long haul.

Now onto containing what’s left. I love to use clear in a kid’s playroom wherever I can. If they can see it, they are more likely to play with it! When containing, remember you will be labeling everything so try not to combine categories of toys together. I like to have one or two “Misc.Toys” bins at the end. Place your toy containers into zones if possible. I like to create zones for “Arts and Crafts”, “Imaginary Play”, “Make and Build”, etc.

Lastly, label, label, label! Even if your kiddos can’t quite read, find a fun way to label the bins. Labeling is important because it shows the kid’s where to find things and also where to put them back.

Good luck and happy organizing!

Heather Bifulco Tidy Style Home Owner + Head Organizer www.tidystylehome @tidystylehome

HEIM DESIGN Create Your World

BY CHELSEA CHAMBERS PHOTOGRAPHY RACE LITTLEFIELD

We are the designers of our world, the creators of business, and the foundation of the future. And a big part of that future is going to be built through graphic design. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics in 2016, the demand for graphic designers would increase by nearly 13% by 2020. And that prediction is in large part due to the industry’s prominent domination in marketing, communications, and entrepreneurship over the last decade.

So it’s no wonder that Heim Design Studios has seen such great success since their inception.

“We hit the ground running!” says Matt Heim, owner and founder of Heim Design Studios. Hailing from San Diego, Matt, his wife and sons are proud Idahoans since 2006. “I am very blessed and grateful for the work that I get to do, and the family that I have been given,” he continued.

Matt started his business in the Treasure Valley in 2019 and has been busy with projects ever since. “My formal training is in graphic design and corporate branding; I graduated from The Art Institute in San Diego, just before moving to Idaho. But when my in-laws moved to join us in Star in 2007, with their international custom furniture business, I became the in-house graphics department for them. The family business name is John Ralph Furniture, based in Eagle, and we supply high-quantity custom furniture to the resort and hotel market, from our

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Most people in this country receive dental benefits through their employer and here’s why I believe dental benefits are important to have—and use—prevention.

Studies have shown that people with dental benefits go to the dentist 78% more often. That doesn’t seem noteworthy when you already go to the dentist at least twice a year, but here’s why going to the dentist every six months (or more if needed) is beneficial: dental disease is almost 100% preventable which is why most dental benefit plans fully cover preventive services like exams and cleanings.

Good oral health goes hand in hand with good overall health.

If you’re an employer, providing dental benefits for your employees is more than a perk for them, it’s an investment in your team. Using their dental benefits for regular preventive services, as well as being able to get any other dental issues taken care of quickly if and when they arise, helps keep your employees healthy and productive. But you need to encourage them to take advantage of those dental benefits. After all, more than 164 million work hours are lost due to dental issues every year. manufacturing facility in Vietnam. We recently completed the case goods and seating for the new Ronald McDonald House in Boise. It was this project, and the collaboration of local businesses and artisans that inspired me to create Heim Design Studio in 2019.”

But beyond what the traditional graphic designer might offer, Heim Design Studio provides a unique art service studio that not only provides traditional digital graphics and branding, but also incorporates technical CAD illustration, new product development, custom furniture, and high-end wood artwork fabrication.

We asked Matt what some of his favorite projects thus far and his was very grateful to have the opportunity to create designs for the Ronald McDonald House. “The giant entry wall art at the Ronald McDonald House is a special design project, not only for what it represents for the community here in Idaho, but as a designer and artist, allowed me to work locally with wonderful businesses and people from our area; something that is very fulfilling and not easy to experience within the international hospitality market.

Matt would also like to give a shout out to WoodLab in Eagle who helps with his custom designs and fabrications. ¢

If you’re an employee with dental benefits, use them! Nothing is as important as your health so use those dental benefits to see your dentist regularly. And here’s something else many people may not know: about 120 diseases, including diabetes and kidney disease, can be detected in the mouth. While using your dental benefits for regular checkups, your dentist can also evaluate the health of your mouth which is about more than a healthy smile, it’s about a healthier you.

Let’s recap! If you’re an employer, a dental benefits package can help attract talented people to your business, and help keep them healthy and productive. If you’re an employee with dental benefits, using them will save you money and time in the long run by preventing bigger issues, or maybe catching them early on. Dental benefits are a winning scenario for everyone, but the key is to use them! Remember, good oral health leads to good overall health.

Matt can be reached on Instagram at @matt.heim and by email at matt@heimdesignstudio.com.

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ALL RAD DAYS From Family Mantra to Social Commitment

BY CHELSEA CHAMBERS

“We’re here to make goods for the good times, and rally you, to have All Rad Days.” – All Rad Days Yes, times are crazy right now. Yes, things are more than a bit unpredictable. And yes, every one of us have been pushed and pulled in ways we never thought we would be. But through all of this strangeness, it is imperative that we remember that in each of us lives an unwavering capacity to adapt, overcome, and to fully thrive.

April Froke and her family of four (husband, Mark, and children, Keegan and Hudson) have been determined to have “All Rad Days” as they go about their daily lives. And what started as a simple family mantra to keep spirits high has transformed into a business and social commitment to “environmental stewardship and rad-ventures.” All Rad Days has evolved into a way of life, to strive for greatness, take care of yourself and your community, and of course to have all the raddest of days!

At the start of the pandemic, the Froke family decided to take what they had and make something bigger out of it. “With my background as a graphic designer and previous apparel-design experience, it gave us an advantage to coordinating a first collection of goods,” April shared with us.

The family now has a vast assortment of goods for sale, from skateboards and coffee mugs to playing cards and candles, All Rad Days serves as a constant reminder to try to make every day a rad day! We cannot wait to get our hands on one of their dry bags and “stay rad” throw pillows!

“By far the best opportunity has been to foster a sense of community and see the happiness we can bring to people. Whether it be the annual Wiffle Ball game we put on or the Adopt a Highway cleanup or just people’s genuine reaction to seeing RAD and the smiles it brings makes all the efforts worthwhile,” April said. “True friendships have been made and memorable experiences are just beginning.”

When the Frokes aren’t designing new goods and finding new ways to support their community, they are enjoying the Idaho wilderness. Their family is big on “snowboarding, camping, mountain biking, exploring, fishing, cooking and just trying to create rad times with friends!”

All Rad Days would like to remind everyone to keep their heads up and enjoy the ride. Feel free to shop at allraddays.com and use coupon code EAGLEISRAD for 25% off your purchases. ¢ If you have any questions or comments, reach out to us on our social media @allraddays on Facebook and @_allraddays_ on Instagram or via email to stayrad@allraddays.com

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NORDIC ADVENTURES Idaho Winter Recreation Destinations

BY CHELSEA CHAMBERS PHOTOGRAPHY IDAHO DEPT OF PARKS AND REC

Winter is well on its way, which means for many of us, it’s time to cuddle up indoors with a good book and a nice crockpot meal. But it’s important to maintain our sense of adventure and stay active, even when the weather is cooling down.

Fortunately for us Idahoans, recreation doesn’t stop in the summertime! There are hundreds of winter destinations with year-round cabins and plowed snowshoe and cross country (Nordic) ski trails!

Grab the family, your cold weather gear, and check out these great winter spots!

Ponderosa State Park – McCall, Idaho Located just a couple hours outside of Eagle and nestled around the shores of Payette Lake, Ponderosa State Park has year-round deluxe cabins that are perfect for a cool-weather retreat! These cabins come with a full-size refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave, and dishwasher.

The kitchens also include: cookware, bakeware, dinnerware, utensils, cups, coffee maker, toaster, and so much more. The bedrooms and bathrooms come stocked with blankets, sheets, and towels.

While the cabins are a great way to relax and recharge in a beautiful mountain setting, Ponderosa State Park also offers several trails of varying levels of difficulty that are groomed in the winter for snowshoeing and Nordic skiing. Grooming will begin once the snow begins to fly! Winter trail maps are available online as well.

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For more information, visit their website parksandrecreation.idaho. gov or call the park directly at 208-634-2164.

Lake Cascade State Park – Cascade, Idaho The yurts at Lake Cascade State Park make for great winter lodging options! Each yurt has a cook table, a dining table, and folding chairs, a two burner Coleman cook stove and two Coleman lanterns. Renters need to supply their own propane canisters. It is recommend that guests bring one canister for each appliance per day. The lanterns must have the short canisters, not the tall ones. (A stove with both burners on will burn for 1 to 4.5 hours on one canister; a lantern on full will burn 7 hours.) Plastic mattress covers are available upon request.

Similar to Ponderosa, there are groomed snowshoe and Nordic ski trails around the park for those looking to stretch their legs. Winter trail maps are available on their website.

For more information, visit their website parksandrecreation.idaho. gov or call the park directly at 208-382-6544.

If you are looking to drive a little further outside the Treasure Valley, Castle Rocks State Park in Almo, Idaho is another great winter recreation destination and their Glamping Yurt, complete with kingsized bed, microwave, dining table, refrigerator and outdoor grill is fantastic way to warm up your toes after a day exploring the many trails and beautiful rock-faces at this huge park!

Please note, updates are being made to reservation system; reservations will be accepted starting December 1, 2020.

Always be prepared when planning outdoor, winter adventures! Bring plenty of warm clothes, layer appropriately, and of course, bring water and snacks!

See you on the trails! ¢

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Local owners, Kristina and Mark Anderson, maintain a scratch kitchen with a very talented culinary team to deliver fresh and mouth-watering cuisine.

With a top-notch wine selection and hand-crafted cocktails, guests can enjoy the dining room or a more casual environment in the lounge. Open for lunch and dinner daily. Happy hour is daily from 3-6pm.

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, The restaurant 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.

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Ahi Sushi Bar

Rembrandts Downtown Eagle

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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.

Striving to create community within this historic landmark, Rembrandts’ baristas, servers, and staff treat our customers like family. A breakfast and lunch destination, we provide the space for good conversation and outstanding food and beverages.

Our charming interior dining space and our relaxing patio open during warmer weathermake Rembrandts a true community place to gather.

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.

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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 second 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.

Chef Franck is back! Diners who enjoyed Le Coq Rouge or his wine bar of the same name will be delighted to know the Frenchman is back in his kitchen. Enjoy European cuisine, with a natural nod to French specialties. The seasonal menu adjusts based on product availability. Enjoy escargot, prime beef, veal loin, and the freshest fish and seafood the world has to offer. Come visit! Merci!

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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.

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The Griddle

Wild West Bakery & Espresso

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!

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177 Eagle River St. 208.939.9070 | thegriddle.com

83 E. State St. | 208.939.5677 wildwestbakeryandespresso.com

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CACi Wood-Fired Sicilian Grill

Local owned, this restaurant has a rich history in the culinary industry from New York and LA. Be sure to start with a cup of their Creamy Fire Roasted Tomato Soup. This is promoted as their house specialty and once you taste the soup you’ll know why. The TNT sandwich is a beef tri-tip party in your mouth, and the Eggplant Portobello Baguette is equally as delicious.

Blue Toro is your locally owned and operated spot for a full service, fun, and delicious dining experience. Enjoy tacos, burritos, enchiladas, tamales and more. Check out www.bluetoroidaho. com for our menu and a list of our daily specials.

Located in Rivershore Plaza right next to Porterhouse Market.

A focus on the rich culinary traditions of Sicily and southern Italy is what sets CACi (KAW-chee) apart from other local Italian restaurants. At CACi, we use all-natural ingredients in our meals, our sauces, our pastas, and doughs, bringing an eruption of flavor to this classic Sicilian culinary experience. Our entrees are complemented by a broad selection of Italian wines to meet every palate’s tastes.

600 S. Rivershore Ln. Suite 170 208-996-3006 | bluetoroidaho.com

1592 E. Riverside Drive 208.392.5669 | cacigrill.com

404 S. Eagle Rd. 208.938.5185 | thestuffedolive.net

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