HB Enterprises Events

The Basque Market              608 W. Grove St.               433-1208

The Basque Market will be featuring spicy tapas to blast off your Fourth of July weekend! Bob Tait of Tastevin Wine will be pouring for our wine tasting as well.

Basque Museum              611 W Grove St              343.1285

Tour our gallery and learn about one of Boise's unique ethnic groups, listen to local musicians who meet for a jam session beginning at 6:30, tour the historic Cyrus Jacobs/Uberuaga House (6:30 - 8:30).

Boise Art Glass                      530 W Myrtle St                                    345.1825

Enjoy cheese, crackers, and sparkling cider while you watch live glass blowing demonstrations!

Ceramica               510 W. Main St.              342.3822

Create your own handpainted art at Ceramica. On Thursday our studio fee is half price and we provide complimentary snacks.  You are welcome to bring your own beverage and paint the night away.

Chronic Tacos                            106 N. 6th St.              941-7524

Come visit the GRAND OPENING of this brand new location! The ribbon cutting is at 3pm and then throughout the day and evening there will be a live skating demo; star appearance of actor, MTV host, and skateboard star Jason “Wee Man” Acuna; and tons of give-a-ways from The Board Room! Don’t miss it!!

Cool Hand Luke’s                     622 W Idaho St                    287.3296

Come enjoy our “Steak & Bake for $9.98!” promotion. For $9.98 you get a 10oz. Flat Iron Steak and an Idaho Baked Potato!! Taste a free sample of our steak while you’re here to visit our new outside BBQ!

Dragonfly                                   414 Main St                       338.9234

All dresses are 20% off now thru July 3rd!

Flying M Coffeehouse                            500 W Idaho St                            345.4320

Come in and see the art of Grant Olsen. “For the Flying M show I will be bringing two blankets and a lot of small handmade patches. Over the last few months I have worked on making adult security blankets out of wool, angora and cashmere from clothing I buy second hand. These blankets are colorful, simple and reassuring. With some people having to tighten their belts, financially speaking, I will also be making a lot of small patches from the same materials that can be framed or stitched on, and are very affordable.”

The Front Door              105 S 6th St              287.9201

The Front Door will be pairing beers from Craft Brewers Alliance with cheese from The Boise Co-op and chocolate from The Chocolat Bar.

Le Café De Paris                204 N Capitol Blvd                                336.0889

Celebrate First Thursday with us! We have Free wine tasting, a tapas menu, and live music!

Leku Ona                117 S 6th St                                343.6665

Free Wine Tasting 5-7 from BRJ Distributing and $2.00 Kalimotxos 7-10!

The Melting Pot                   200 N. 6th St                      383.0900

Come in and join our club fondue and the first drink during our new happy hour (5-7pm) will be on us. Also enjoy the graphic art of Michael Olsen!

Old Boise                            6th & Main              345.7852

The handmade movement comes to First Thursday with Idaho Indie Works Etsy’ Street Team in Old Boise, 6th & Main at the Pioneer Tent Building, Ceramica, Bandanna and Epitome Home and Garden. Over 20 local artists & crafters with shops on Etsy.com will offer their unique handmade products including jewelry, accessories, children’s items, cards, food and art. For more information visit idahoindieworks.blogspot.com. Also, come visit the grand opening of the brand new restaurant in Old Boise: CHRONIC TACOS!!

Pengilly’s Saloon              513 W Main St                     345.6344

Tonight the Frim Fram 4 will be performing at 8:45. IT’S FREE!

Renditions Furniture & Accessories              106 N 6th St              395.1077

Renditions Furniture open 10:00-8:30 With new product arriving daily...Stop by and check out what's new at Renditions-We are offering up to 60% store wide on all furniture and unique home decor.
South Side

8th St Artist in Residence Program              8th Street Marketplace               www.8thstreetmarketplace.com

Please join us for 8th Street AiR in July, and the FINAL exhibit for the second set of residents.  Our First Thursday show opens at 5pm and goes until 9pm. 

Johanna Kirk extends a hand to the general public and asks you to participate in her last show at AiR.  She will offer a complimentary yoga class from 5:30-6:45. Interested students should come in clothes that allow them to move. The class will be an all levels flow class that the public can participate in with the dancers.  Everyone is welcome! From 7-8 I will show and discuss the revised versions of the pieces exhibited in June, engaging the audience. From 8-9, I will be showing some new sketches of material inspired by a fusion of dance and yoga. Choreography will be inspired by yoga poses, philosophy, and mythology. In the final 45min, she will teach some relaxing yoga poses that will prep participants for a good night's sleep.

Laci McCrea will continue with her "live" painting demonstrations.  Come by AiR to visit and to watch her progress, as she creates new portraits in the spontaneous and honest style we have come to expect from her.  She will continue exploring her perspective "underneath" individuality.  Her newest series is title "Brave Yet Vunerable/Bare Yet Individual".  July's work includes a series of portraits of men and their relationships, together and independently.   She will also be working on additional pieces which she is preparing for her summer shows. 

Kirsten Furlong will be working on small pieces for two shows - "prayers for little souls", a collection of prints and works on paper curated by Waverly Liu which will be exhibited in Hong Kong and/or Guangzhou, China in 2010 and a drawing for "SQFT" curated by TJ Norris.  SQFT is a collection of portable, contemporary works by 50 Pacific Northwest artists and will be exhibited at Blackfish Gallery in Portland, OR and additional venues throughout the region 2009-2011.  She will also be on hand to discuss her process while in residence, and the positive impact it has had on her work.  Kirsten is a perfect example of a successful working artist and has sage insights. 

We will once again be welcoming Sawtooth Wines and light snacks, complimentary to patrons of AiR.

Atomic Treasures              409 S. 8th              344-0811

Happy Birthday America & Atomic Treasures! Celebrate REuse & REpurposing with an eclectic mix of vintage, retro & found objects. Designer & vintage clothing combined with decorative treasures for your home. Boise's largest collection of pre-worn cowboy boots. Owner & artist Cindy Stevens upcycles unusual objects to create exceptional treasures. Thank you for supporting us during our first year of business!!  20% off any one item today through the holiday 4th of July weekend.

Boise Art Museum                            670 S Julia Davis Dr             345.8330

OPEN 10 AM – 9 PM, Donations welcome to support free First Thursday! STUDIO ART EXPLORATION--Drop in 5-8 PM: Make your own interpretation of a famous artwork after viewing the Devorah Sperber exhibition Threads of Perception. ART TALK--5:30 PM: Photographer and writer Keith Walklet discusses the optical masterpieces in Devorah Sperber’s exhibition.

Bonefish Grill               855 W Broad St                            433-1234

First Thursday at Bonefish Grill we are hosting a wine tasting and live music from 6pm to 8pm!

Brick Oven Bistro              801 W. Main St.              342-3456

In our 25th year Birthday Month, July, Join us for the music of Rebecca Winter, the Photography of David R Day and the continuing Adventures in Comfort Food! www.brickovenbistro.com

Edwards Downtown 9 Theatre: 760 Broad St 338-7465

3-Hrs. Free Parking with Admission! My Sister’s Keeper: June 26th – July 2nd. Charity partnership with Handy Hands For Hospice at Downtown 9 and 22- raising awareness for their new organization. Thanks to Café Ole for sponsoring the Free Family Film Festival – See theatre for details. Put your business name among our sponsors for next year’s event. Contact the General Manager for more information

Ella’s Room                            413 S 8th St                  331.ELLA

Ella's Room invites you to save 25-50% off of select sleepwear, robes, camisoles and bras. Help us make room for spring merchandise while enjoying mark downs! Regular merchandise also includes men's underwear, sexy books and oils, hosiery, garter belts and much more! Summer hours are Mon.-Thurs. 10:30 - 6:30, Fri. and Sat. 10:30 - 8:00, Sun. noon - 4:00! 331-ELLA

Helly Hansen              860 W. Broad St              342-8448

Come in and receive 20% off all Helly Hansen merchandise! 

Idaho State Historical Museum              610 Julia Davis Drive         334.2120

Join us for the opening of our newest permanent exhibit, “Boise:  A History of Our Capital City” in the Logan House (the red adobe) in Pioneer Village, just east of the Museum.  Track the development of our Capital City from the Native peoples to the surveyors and developers who followed.  Free to the public from 5-9pm.

Lunatic Fringe                            874 W Broad St              955.0400

Join us this 1st Thursday for Hors d’oeuvres and refreshments by Bonefish Grill.  Also featuring photography by local artist Cara Abdo from her recent journey to India.  Complimentary Brow Shaping to the first five guests after 5:00pm.

Mr. Peabody's Optical Shoppe               404 S. 8th St.               344.1390

Mr. Peabody's Optical Shoppe in Bodo will be open until 8:00pm and will have a special sale for the evening.

R. Grey Gallery              415 S. 8th St.              385-9337

R. Grey Gallery is hosting ring artists Studio 311 in an exclusive trunk show.  There's a wide variety of styles of engagement and wedding bands. Meet the artists July 2nd, 5-9pm.  Enjoy the rings from July 2nd-22nd.

re boutique              405 S. 8th St.              392.7940

Come experience the GRAND OPENING of BoDo’s latest addition! A great boutique with a great concept: a small shop selling local artisan works, recycled clothing and re-purposed furniture. It is designed to be a community project that takes a creative look at how to reuse, renew and re-purpose.

Salon 162                            404 S 8th St                     386.9908

A must see, cutting edge Boise artist, Emily Wenner, leans toward surrealism in her recent body of work, expressive drawings and painting.  All profits will benefit her experimental studies around the country. Ask Salon 162 stylists for special offers in salon services.

Snake River Winery                            786 W. Broad St.                      345.9463

It's a Cocktail Party!!!  Stop by the tasting room for refreshing summertime wine cocktails or a taste of our award winning wines!  Scott will be pouring at Berryhill & Co. and Noelle will be at the Thursday night Farmers Market.

White House Black Market                 836 W Broad St                       344.0221

5% off entire purchase! Take an additional $25 off your purchase of $125 or more, or $50 off $200 or more!

Central downtown

American Clothing Gallery              100 N 8th St                            433.0872

In honor of Independence Day, we are having a very patriotic SALE. So stop by and check out all the bargains!  We have a great selection of summer sportswear and most of it is marked down. We at American Clothing Gallery, inc. hope you have a very happy and safe 4th of July. (We will be open on the 4th).  God Bless America!!

Artisan Optics               190 N. 8th St.              377.8899

As a soon to be member of the Anne et Valentin tribe... you are invited to hop, skip and jump into Artisan Optics. It's time to see what's new! First Thursday July 2nd 1:00pm - 8:00pm at Artisan Optics Downtown! This is an imaginative and inviting collection! Confident. Colorful. Energetic. Your new look awaits your arrival. 208.377.8899 or visit us online at www.artisanoptics.com

Belle Boutique                            224 N. 9th St.               345.1039

Come join us at belle for an evening of flare with our featured local artist Shannon Miller. Enjoy a glass of wine while she will be showing her beautiful handcrafted jewelry. We will also be featuring our new line French Connection! The Fourth of July is upon us, don’t forget that cute summer dress for the BBQ!

Lisk Gallery                            850 Main St                        342.3773

Featuring nationally known Idaho photographer, Mark Lisk's sweeping desert and wilderness landscapes. Painter Jerri Lisk's strong tree shapes and intensely colored hills and landforms also grace this spacious and lively gallery space. This month’s featured guest artist, Kay Seurat, adds her 2nd Rock series called "River of Rocks." A collection of jewelry made out of smooth rocks and minimal methods of connection allowing the stark simplicity and subtle nuance of natural color to dominate. Chocolates will be on hand from local favorite "Dream Chocolate."

Old Chicago                                        730 W Idaho St                         363.0037

Bring in the whole family—KIDS EAT FREE! We’ll also have karaoke from 10-close in the bar.

Mai Thai               750 W. Idaho              344.8424

We are having a fantastic First Thursday special: buy 2 entrées get 2 appetizers FREE! Valued up to $7.95.

McU Sports              822 W. Jefferson St              342-7734

McU Sports will have mt. bike videos, bike urban trials, and skateboard tricks. We might have a hot dog stand in addition to other refreshments and we’ll be open until 7pm. 

Pottery Gourmet Kitchen               811 W Bannock St              368.0649

Pottery Gourmet Kitchen will feature animal artist Toni McMillan on First Thursday from 10 am to 9 pm.  Offering Polish Stoneware and Baskets at 20% off and Polish Crystal at 30% off. Be sure to check out our new kitchen and our list of upcoming cooking classes. 

Scot Christopher Hair Design              204 N. 9th St.               344.3115

We will be having an art exibit displaying the works of artist Sheri Stucki from 6-9 pm.

SoleMates Comfort Footwear                 120 N. 8th St.                      433.9394

We’ll be open late for First Thursday. Come in and see our great selection of summer sandals!

The Chocolat Bar                            805 W. Bannock St                            338.7771

The Chocolat Bar is having a grand re-opening of their beautiful new store at 805 W. Bannock! Come help celebrate with beer and chocolate pairings, that’s right we said BEER and CHOCOLATE pairings. They will be sampling wonderful select beers from The Front Door with some of their delicious mouth watering gourmet chocolates. So, come on down this Thursday to 805 W. Bannock St. in downtown Boise and celebrate with The Chocolat Bar!

West Side

Art Source Gallery                     1015 W Main St               331.3374

The Art Source Gallery Eighth Annual Juried Exhibition will take place through the month of July.  The opening reception will take place on First Thursday, July 2 from 5-9 pm.  Juror, Susan Latta from BSU will announce the award recipients at 6:30pm.  Wine from Indian Creek Winery, Beer from Brewtopia, music and nibbles.

Basement Gallery                                928 Main St                       333.0309

(July-August) Mixed Media Exhibit Titled: "BSU...Blast From The Past": John Killmaster a retired BSU art professor is exhibiting a wide range of assorted mixed media pieces and various other works. James Blankenship another retired BSU art professor is represented by varied sized original pieces created from mixed media. John Taye also a retired BSU art professor is displaying an eclectic body of work including sculptures, paintings and drawings. Tarmo Watia another former BSU art professor is exhibiting vibrant and colorful mixed media works with varied subject matter. Kelly Cosho is showing a fresh new series of abstract ink paintings that are mysterious and provocative in nature. Brink Chipman is exhibiting a variety of imaginative mixed media pieces which will be gracing the walls of the gallery's shop area.

Brown’s Gallery                            1022 Main St                                          342.6661

*Summer in the City* Showcasing Boise and the surrounding area, this show will feature numerous artists working in mediums varying from oil painting to glassworks inspired by Boise. Coming in August, “Faces”, a collection of people, portraits, and etc. from Classic to contemporary, from comic to cultured. Artists interested in participating should contact the gallery before July 27th. Wine tasting by Sawtooth Winery. Featured Music by Todd Palmer.

Gallery 601                                          211 N 10th St                           336.5899

Bidding will close at 8:30 on our 8th annual "Art for the Animals", so stop by and make sure you don't miss out on fabulous artwork for a fabulous cause. We're also celebrating in the month of July, the 40th Anniversary of the First Moon Walk. Show your patriotism and share in a great piece of history. Artist/Astronaut Capt. Alan Bean's artwork will be on display, we'll also be taking orders on his new book Alan Bean: Painting Apollo First Artist on the Moon. You can preview both events at www.gallery601.com

Modern Hotel & Bar              1314 W Grove St              424-8244

Ned Evett and Bill Coffey will be playing in the courtyard from 7:00 to 10:00. There will also be some grilling on the barbee and hand shaken cocktails by the Modern’s bartenders.

Neurolux Lounge              111 N. 11th St              343.0886

We have live music from Chicahrones from 8-11 pm! Tickets are $8 in advance at Ticketweb and Neurolux or $10 at the door.

The Record Exchange              1105 W Idaho St                           344-8010

All day long, The Record Exchange offers $2 off any used CD or DVD $5.99 and above. You are sure to find a rarity in their extensive collection. In the coffee shop, all 12 oz. espresso drinks are only $2 and get $2 off any sale gift item over $5.99. The Record Exchange also features local artists’ new releases for in-store play on First Thursday. Cool things happen at the Rx!

Age Group: All Ages
Venue: All Over Boise
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