PIKnic Coming + Shooting Protestors + Another Record

Good morning, neighbors! It's me again, John Braese, your host of the Boise Daily.

The Boise Daily provides readers a chance to grab the news at no cost and no paywalls. Today, you can read stories on protestors at City Hall, and a program feeding children on the weekends. You can catch up on our newest record, and grab information on a new group looking to do battle with City Hall over a tract of land originally planned for a park.

First, today's weather: Clear throughout the day. High: 103, low: 65.

Here are the top stories today in Boise:

1. Reacting to an officer involved shooting on June 27, staff of KTVB were present as protestors gathered outside Boise City Hall on July 6 in response to the incident. (KTVB.com)
2. Jen Austin of liteonline provides her view of Three Things About Boise That Are Giving You Gray Hair. See if you agree with the list? (liteonline.com)
3. Here is a record we could certainly do without. Boise sets another hot temp record: 107 degrees as reported by Roland Steadham, Chief Meteorologist for idahonews. (Idaho News)
4. KTVB staff report the 'PIKnic' program is returning with free Sunday meals in Boise's Ann Morrison Park. In addition to free lunches for children, a food pantry will also be available. (KTVB.com)
5. Neighbors are not taking a proposal from the city without opposition. Anna Azallion and kivitv report a group of southwest Boise residents have formed a nonprofit in opposition of proposed land swap. (6 On Your Side)

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Today in Boise

- The Boise Public Library Board of Trustees regular meeting will be held on Thursday, July 8, 2021 at 11:30 a.m., in the Fish Tank room at the Main Library. The agenda can be found here.

- The Household Hazardous Waste collection for Thursday will be held at Fire Station 3 located at 2202 Gekeler Lane.

- The City of Boise Ethics Commission will meet Thursday at Boise City Hall starting at 3:30 p.m. The Commission is made up of five members from the community. These volunteers are a mix of two appointees from Council, two appointees from the Mayor, and one city employee who is nominated by the city's Wages and Benefits team. Together, they investigate potential violations of the city's Code of Ethics by city employees and elected officials, working in consultation with the offices of the City Attorney and Human Resources. Their job is to ensure the city's government runs with honesty and integrity for Boise. The agenda for the meeting can be found here.

- The Garden City Library is looking for children, ages six and up, to make a robot from reused items on Thursday. The Reuseum Educational begins at 4:40 p.m.

- Join the Idaho State Museum in this showing of Karen Day’s 2014 film, “Girl From God’s Country,” about Nell Shipman, the first female independent filmmaker and action-adventure heroine. The showing starts at 6 p.m. Enjoy general admission seating, a cash bar, and concessions for purchase as you watch the story of an unrepentant and unrelenting film pioneer in the Idaho Room under the glow of the historic stained-glass dome at the Idaho State Museum.

- The Human Rights Book Club will meet at Rediscovered Bookshop in Boise Thursday evening starting at 7 p.m.

Boise Patch Notebook

• Studio Boise Photo Center: "Have you had a chance to stop by Studio Boise, and check out our studio space, gallery, and all we have to offer?" (Instagram)
• Idaho Shakespeare Festival: "Thank you Idaho Statesman and Dana Oland. We can't wait to see you TOMORROW!" (Facebook)
• Idaho Humane Society: "Last week, we adopted 122 animals into their forever homes: 89 cats (65 kittens,) 28 dogs and 5 rabbits." (Facebook)
• #BoiseBucketList: " BOISE TWILIGHT CRITERIUM Its back! @downtownboise ASWD Twilight Criterium is THIS SATURDAY from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m." (Instagram)
• Boise State Public Radio: "Idaho’s new wolf legislation just went into effect, expanding hunting and trapping opportunities." (Facebook)
• Radio Boise: "One of our longest-running shows, Ramblers' Retreat gets us moving in mighty fine fashion on Wednesday morning." (Instagram)
• US National Weather Service Boise Idaho: "Are you ready #Boise to break the consecutive days of 100+ degrees record today?" (Facebook)
• Boxer Lovers Rescue: "8 month old Dante has a pretty big requirement for his new family - you got to love the water as much as he does." (Facebook)
• Boise Little Theater: "Audition slots nearly full! DON'T SLEEP, SIGN UP. Auditions by appointment and for 18+ only for Heather." (Instagram)
• US National Weather Service Boise Idaho: "Loop shows a gust front from thunderstorms in Malheur County moving across the Treasure Valley." (Facebook)
• #BoiseBucketList: " G I V E A W A Y Our #BoiseSummerBucketList giveaway series continues with @dcidaho." (Instagram)
• Idaho Humane Society: "We have some great news to share! All the chickens have been adopted except 2 roosters." (Facebook)
• Boise Bully Breed Rescue: "KING MIDAS IS AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION CONTACT: BERKELEY ANIMAL CARE SERVICES, located in Berkeley, CA." (Facebook)
• Boise Little Theater: "Auditions by appointment and for 18+ only. ⁠ 'Heathers: The Musical'⁠ by Kevin Murphy and Laurence O'Keefe⁠, director." (Instagram)
• Visit Boise: "Shoutout to the @city_of_boise for an amazing fireworks show! We hope everyone had a great 4th of July." (Instagram)
• US National Weather Service Boise Idaho: "Well, would you look at that. Boise just tied the record for the date of 105 degrees (previous in 2007)." (Facebook)
• Idaho Humane Society: "If you've been wanting to adopt a new feline friend, we have 60+ cats available for adoption not including barn cats." (Facebook)
• Boise Parks and Recreation: "Aww...Twin Red Pandas born at Zoo Boise!" (Facebook)
• Zoo Boise: "Baby Animal News: Twin Red Panda Cubs Born at Zoo Boise! Zoo Boise, a division of Boise Parks and Recreation, is happy." (Facebook)

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— John Braese

About me: Welcome to the Boise edition of patch.com. I am the community editor in this exciting endeavor for the Boise area. I was born and grew up in Boise, attending Bishop Kelly High School before graduating from Borah High School more than a few years ago. I have seen Boise grow substantially in the last few years, but still maintain my hometown appeal. I want to hear about what is important to you and the stories you wish to see on patch.com. Feel free to reach out to me via email at john.braese@patch.com or drop me a phone call or text at (208) 954-9585.