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Boise
Monday, April 21st, 2025
Good morning, Boise. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 21st of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A father-daughter duo from Menan will run in the 129th annual Boston Marathon, joining 30,000 athletes preparing for the race. Rand Watson (a 2016 finisher) and his daughter, Jessi Murdock (who have raced in Idaho, California, and Colorado) share a strong family passion for running. Local News 8
- ➤ Zoo Boise will host its Earth Day: Family Night Out event that invites families, scout groups and homeschool co-ops to explore interactive activity stations—where visitors can create eco-friendly crafts and learn through hands-on exhibits. KIDO
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Kevin Hart performed his 'Acting My Age' show at Idaho Central Arena this past weekend—he praised Boise for its warm and supportive crowd—and the near sellout in the smaller venue marked a rare stop for the comedian. KIDO
- ➤ This year’s Treefort Music Fest set a record for attendance and was the first event held under the city’s temporary liquor policy — the change allowed liquor sales during the festival. Idaho Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Boise Airport announced the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower program to help travelers with invisible disabilities signal they need extra support by wearing a green lanyard. The lanyard is available for pick-up at the airport admin office on the third floor Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.—or at City Hall’s Office of Community Engagement on the third floor Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. KBOI
- ➤ It has been one year since Ada County Sheriff’s Deputy Tobin Bolter was shot and killed in the line of duty, leaving a community in mourning — his name will be added to the Idaho Peace Officer Memorial wall on May 8 and to the National Memorial Wall during National Police Week. KBOI
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The Rock Orchestra By Candlelight
2 PM - 12 AM — Morrison Center — Tickets required — Experience an unforgettable fusion of rock and classical hits in a candle-lit atmosphere.
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Performance of The Servant of Two Masters
7 PM — Trailhead — $20 — Enjoy a comedic play by Carlo Goldoni directed by Chris Canfield.
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S2 Pickleball Classic
8 a.m. – 4 p.m. — S2 Pickleball — Registration varies — Participate in exciting pickleball matches and elevate your skills in a vibrant community atmosphere.
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Shade City Brewfest
11 a.m. - 7 p.m. — Idaho Botanical Garden — Ticketed event — Celebrate Idaho’s beer scene and sustainability at this community-focused brewfest.
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Off-Season Stories
5-7 p.m. — Hap Hap Lounge — Free entry — Engage in captivating storytelling sessions and enjoy the local arts scene.
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NW/MET 2025 Conference
April 29 – May 2, 5 PM — Boise State University — Registration required — Dive into the latest AV and IT innovations for higher education with hands-on training and networking.
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Joywave Concert in Boise
1 PM — Treefort Music Hall — $56+ — Catch the energetic performance of Joywave alongside Little Image in a vibrant venue.
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Michael Blaustein Live Performance
4:30-6:00 p.m. — The Egyptian Theatre — Ticketed event — Enjoy a night of laughter with stand-up comedian Michael Blaustein on his Taste Me tour.
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State of the Art Chamber Music Performance
2-4 p.m. — MING Studios — Open to all ages — Experience innovative chamber music exploring identity and place through the lens of living composers.
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Boise Police K9 Demonstration
12-1 p.m. — HUB 365 Thrift Store — Free entry — Watch police dogs in action and learn about K9 handling from Boise's finest.
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