Good morning, Boise.

Golden Wok, a popular Boise restaurant that has served the community for 27 years, will close on May 17 as the owners choose not to pass the business to their children and to honor a family wish for more time together — the closure was announced today on Facebook — leaving longtime customers to say goodbye.

East Idaho Catholics celebrated the election of Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost as Pope Leo XIV on May 8 following the conclave announcement from Vatican City—Father Flores from Pope Saint John Paul II Parish recalled hearing the news during a hospital call—and local religious leaders expressed hope for continued unity and faith in the community.

Boise Fashion Week will return next month, where designers will showcase bold makeup and one-of-a-kind outfits using creative styles.

The event is expected to feature unique designs that bring fresh trends to our local fashion scene.

Celebrity sightings in Idaho have increased as stars are seen in Boise, Meridian, Nampa and even small towns like Melba.

Many celebrities visit for business or leisure and share their trips on social media — adding a new twist to Idaho's local allure.

Hit List, a low-key sandwich shop in the Glenwood Shopping Center in Garden City, attracts diners with its meatball sub made using handmade meatballs and fresh sauce — the restaurant holds a strong 4.8 Google rating and provides a simple dining experience.

Meridian waterpark will open this weekend—its cool-down amenities expected to appeal to families as summer temperatures are forecast to hit 90 degrees for the first time this year.

Dinner Detective Phenomenon

6-9 p.m. — The Riverside Hotel — $74.95 + taxes & fees — Experience a captivating murder mystery while enjoying a great dinner.

Concert by The Moss

1 PM — Treefort Music Hall — $56 — Catch The Moss live and enjoy an energizing performance in Boise's vibrant music scene.

2025 Idaho Small Business Contracting Symposium

7:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. — Student Union Building — Free entry — Uncover government contracting opportunities and gain invaluable insights for your small business.

Boise Provisors Open Mic Night

5:30-7:00 p.m. — Fiduciary Financial Group — Free entry — Engage with fellow professionals and discover the amazing work within the Provisors network.

Concert by The Dip

1 PM — Treefort Music Hall — $55+ — Experience the energetic tunes of The Dip live in Boise's vibrant venue.

Gem State Comic Con

10 AM – 5 PM — Expo Idaho — Not specified — Celebrate all fandoms at Idaho's premier pop culture convention.

AAICAMA 2025 Conference

8 AM – 2 PM — The Grove Hotel — $725-$875 — Engage in collaborative discussions on workforce and wellbeing for the ICAMA community.

Dan Cribb Concert

5:30–8:30 p.m. — The Riverside Hotel — Free entry — Enjoy the irresistible grooves of Guilty Pleasure at this summer concert series on the scenic River’s Edge Terrace.

Whose Live Anyway Comedy Show

1:30-11:30 p.m. — Morrison Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the hilarity of improv comedy at this lively theater event.

Boise Wide Receivers Training Camp

5:00-8:00 p.m. — Borah High School — Registration required — Enhance your wide receiver skills with expert coaching and training.