Amy Larson loves adventure so she’s always on the lookout for exciting, fun, and free things to do with family and friends. Serving as the Snake River Stampede’s ‘blogaroo’ for three seasons, Amy went on to become a published author, food reviewer, editor, and writer for several local and state magazines, turning many small Idaho towns into ‘Spotlight Cities’. Her current blog and Facebook page, “Appetite for Idaho” dishes up generous helpings of often-humorous, frequently entertaining short cuts for anyone wanting to explore the people, places and things of the Gem State. She is currently working on multiple local writers’ manuscripts, and her own “Appetite for Idaho: The Book”, a compilation of her favorite Idaho discoveries.
Amy Larson
Friday to Friday
Inversion much?
INversion means it’s a good idea to stay indoors and not take in the ick. Even if the air quality’s low, our activity level can be high with all of the free, family-friendly stuff going on this week.
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Friday to Friday
A couple of fun things you should know about that are going on Saturday in Boise: The first is another WaterShed Weekend Family Day from 10-12 at the Joplin Road location, this one’s called the Science of Snow. They say there will be a “flurry” of snow-related activities, crafts, and games...
Friday to Friday
It’s cold out, and it’s tempting to stay home, snuggle up with a comforter and a mug on the couch and hibernate. Getting out a couple of times a week with the kids (or without), and doing something new and meeting new friends is still good for the soul, though...
Friday to Friday
Merry Christmas week! What better prelude to it than a weekend of craft-making, market-strolling goodness?
Friday to Friday
This week is where the Holiday Season gets real. My suggestion: Start with the parade on Friday night in Meridian, and keep it going from there with a Holiday Bazaar marathon all Saturday long.
Friday to Friday
I’ve been waiting all month to be able to say, “What a ‘bazaar’ weekend!” ---and this is definitely it. Tons of places to browse through, many with some complimentary cider, appearances from “You Know Who”, baked items, handmade ornaments, and the smell of cinnamon spice and pine everywhere you go...
Friday to Friday
It’s highly possible to get cabin fever with the weather that’s going on out there. If you do happen to venture out, there’s still a lot to do in the Treasure Valley. Grab some hot chocolate, a crazy winter hat, and the long underwear and enjoy a Boise-style winter wonderland...
Friday to Friday
One Halloween down, one Holiday Season to go. Which means a flurry of Holiday Bazaars and such…ready for that?
Friday to Friday
What are you going to be for Halloween? I’m going to be a STOP sign. So when I hear anyone mouth-breathing or talking without ceasing, I can just turn to them and point at my head. I’m all about functional costume selection.
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Friday to Friday
The neighborhood where I grew up (gravel roads, a bazillion trees, hills ideal for flying down on bikes and a candy store and haunted woods only a short walk away) would hold huge outdoor picnics each fall, where a huge bonfire was built and logs were circled around so we could eat, laugh, and get to know each other better...