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Last minute shopping, movie marathons, holiday music and more! Read the newsletter: fromboise.comThank you Idaho Lottery for sponsoring this episode! If you need a quick and fun gift this season, check out the Idaho Lottery’s Holiday Scratch Games. Things to do in Boise this weekend:Vintage Vibes Holiday Market at Treefort Music HallIdaho Steelheads hockey vs Rapid City RushLord of the Rings Extended Edition Marathon at Idaho Film Society 8th Annual Holiday BarZaar at The Mode LoungeHoliday Market & Photos with Santa at Payette Brewing Split Rail Winery Pray for Snow Party at Split Rail WineryGlobal Harmonies — Boise Gay Men’s Chorus at First Presbyterian ChurchMeridian Monday Night Market - Holiday Edition at Rocky Mountain High School Crispy Business Food Truck opening at Barbarian Find more events in the newsletter. 

Is it the jackpot winner… or Idaho schools?We sat down with the Idaho Lottery to talk about how lottery dollars move through the state, the programs supporting local classrooms, and what most people don’t realize about how the lottery works. From Scratch for Schools to Boise-themed scratcher ideas to the luckiest store in Idaho, this episode goes beyond the numbers and into the impact.Learn more: idaholottery.com Subscribe to our newsletter: fromboise.com

Looking for something fun, festive, and a little bit different to do this week? Today’s episode is packed with holiday happenings, burlesque Nutcrackers, ramen raves, drunken lectures, a Jane Austen ball, and more. Read the newsletter: fromboise.comBuy a Boise Discount Card to get 10% off at 12 local businessesPlan Ahead for December 2025From Boise Instagram Support From BoiseThank you Idaho Lottery for sponsoring this episode! If you need a quick, fun, and honestly delightful gift this season, check out the new Holiday Scratch Games. Thank you Art Source Gallery for sponsoring this episode! Still searching for the perfect last-minute gift? Art Source Gallery in downtown Boise has you covered. Things to do in Boise this weekend:​​December 12-13, 17-12LED’s The Rat King December 13-23Ballet Idaho’s The NutcrackerFriday, December 12Lectures by Lushes at The Balcony ClubSaturday, December 13​​Ramen Rave at The Shrine BasementWoodblock Printmaking at Catalyst Arts CollaborativeSunday, December 14$1 Day at the Old Idaho Pen Tuesday, December 16Jane Austen’s 250th Birthday Ball at Oldspeak BarFind more events in the newsletter. 

Boise has no shortage of creative talent, and today’s guest is proof! Leslie sat down with local artist Tyler Daniel to talk about his project, Shepherd Bridge, his new album and accompanying novel, creative process, and thoughts on our local music scene. Check out Shepherd Bridge: shepherdbridgeofficial.com Subscribe to our newsletter: fromboise.com

A quick roundup of Boise’s best holiday happenings this week, plus updates on Boise Discount Cards, our December Plan Ahead Guide, and where we take visitors during the holidays. Read the newsletter: fromboise.comBuy a Boise Discount Card to get 10% off at 12 local businessesPlan Ahead for December 2025From Boise Instagram Support From BoiseThank you Boise Bicycle Project for sponsoring this episode! Adopt a dream bike or make a donation for the Holiday Kids Bike Giveaway today.  Thank you Sparklight for sponsoring this episode! Sparklight is your local internet provider and proud community partner. Things to do in Boise this weekend:Friday, December 5Krampus Krawl & Holiday Market at Barbarian BrewingChristmas in Meridian Winter Lights Parade & Tree LightingFriday, December 5 - Saturday, December 6Christmas Live Nativity Friday, December 5 - Sunday, December 7TRICA’s Snow Globe Saturday, December 6Hip Holiday Craft Market at Flying M Coffee GarageSockeye Brewing Holiday MarketBoise Tattoo Bazaar Boise Bench Holiday Market Boise Tuba Christmas Sunday, December 7Eguberriko Azoka on the Basque BlockSagebrush Collaborative Holiday Market at the Linen Building Find more events in the newsletter.