Please check out this great site re: cultural orientation materials. Note the special "lesson plan" section on the left!
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Showing posts with label Resources. Show all posts
Tuesday, September 29, 2009
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
Boise Bike Project - Update
PLEASE NOTE THEIR NEW ADDRESS
Building Fund Goal $20,000 Received $17,320
460 bicycles fixed and donated to the community in need, so far.
Boise Bicycle Project Special Announcement
June 18th 2009
We Got the Building!
As you know, we have been in the process of signing a 5-year lease with an option to purchase on a new Building. Well we got it! The new building is on 1027 Lusk St. and is literally 100 yards from the Greenbelt and Ann Morrison Park.
The Grand Opening will be on Saturday July 11th 11-6pm.
Human Powered Bike Move- Saturday June 27th 11-5pm.
We have over 250 bicycles that need to be moved to the new shop, and why haul ‘em over when we could ride ‘em? On June 27th, all humans are invited to participate in the Human Powered Bike Move. In a about an 1 hour everyone should be able to ride two bikes to the new shop, and enjoy a couple of nice strolls on the Greenbelt on the way back. We’re trying to get at least 100 people to help out, so grab your bikes, bike trailers, and all your friends and join us for a nice little .9 mile ride/walk.
***Plus all Human Powered participants can get $10 off any level of BBP Membership.
http://boisebicycleproject.org/Membership.html,
Meet at BBP’s old shop (6th and Front St) anytime from 11am - 5pm. Helmets are strongly encouraged for all bike transporters.
Truck and Trailer Move- Friday June 26th
We wish we had enough “utility cycles” to haul everything (tool benches, shelves, tables) over, but alas we do not. So we need help from anyone with trucks or trailers that can help with some of the big stuff. We will be moving non-bicycle transportable stuff all day on Friday We’ll still give you the membership discounts from the Human powered move.
If you can help please email us so we can get all of the times setup.
New Shop needs
Funding. We still need some funding for the big move, our largest need is some industrial strength shelving like the stuff you see at Home Depot for multi-level bike storage. There is some at Pacific Recycling that we’re trying to raise $300 for. This is a special price they offered us for the good things we do. You can help raise the money by becoming a BBP member (see above link).
Recycling containers and other large durable non-cardboard boxes. In about a month all of Boise will be getting new trash containers, BBP needs your old plastic recycling containers for storing and transporting parts.
Heavy Duty Shelving
Lumber 2x4s and 2x6s
Heavy Duty Wall Hooks
Shop Times
This Saturday (12-4pm) is the last regular shop time, then we will move to the schedule below.
June 22nd Monday 6-8pm –prep for the move
June 24th Wednesday 6-8pm –prep for the move
June 26th Friday all day Truck and Trailer Move. Email for time
June 27th Saturday 11-5pm- Human Powered Bike Move.
*July 10th Friday 7pm -Members New Shop Party / Potluck
*July 11th 11-6pm -1027 Lusk Shop Grand Opening
* more details coming in the July 1st Newsletter.
460 bicycles fixed and donated to the community in need, so far.
Boise Bicycle Project Special Announcement
June 18th 2009
We Got the Building!
As you know, we have been in the process of signing a 5-year lease with an option to purchase on a new Building. Well we got it! The new building is on 1027 Lusk St. and is literally 100 yards from the Greenbelt and Ann Morrison Park.
The Grand Opening will be on Saturday July 11th 11-6pm.
Human Powered Bike Move- Saturday June 27th 11-5pm.
We have over 250 bicycles that need to be moved to the new shop, and why haul ‘em over when we could ride ‘em? On June 27th, all humans are invited to participate in the Human Powered Bike Move. In a about an 1 hour everyone should be able to ride two bikes to the new shop, and enjoy a couple of nice strolls on the Greenbelt on the way back. We’re trying to get at least 100 people to help out, so grab your bikes, bike trailers, and all your friends and join us for a nice little .9 mile ride/walk.
***Plus all Human Powered participants can get $10 off any level of BBP Membership.
http://boisebicycleproject.org/Membership.html,
Meet at BBP’s old shop (6th and Front St) anytime from 11am - 5pm. Helmets are strongly encouraged for all bike transporters.
Truck and Trailer Move- Friday June 26th
We wish we had enough “utility cycles” to haul everything (tool benches, shelves, tables) over, but alas we do not. So we need help from anyone with trucks or trailers that can help with some of the big stuff. We will be moving non-bicycle transportable stuff all day on Friday We’ll still give you the membership discounts from the Human powered move.
If you can help please email us so we can get all of the times setup.
New Shop needs
Funding. We still need some funding for the big move, our largest need is some industrial strength shelving like the stuff you see at Home Depot for multi-level bike storage. There is some at Pacific Recycling that we’re trying to raise $300 for. This is a special price they offered us for the good things we do. You can help raise the money by becoming a BBP member (see above link).
Recycling containers and other large durable non-cardboard boxes. In about a month all of Boise will be getting new trash containers, BBP needs your old plastic recycling containers for storing and transporting parts.
Heavy Duty Shelving
Lumber 2x4s and 2x6s
Heavy Duty Wall Hooks
Shop Times
This Saturday (12-4pm) is the last regular shop time, then we will move to the schedule below.
June 22nd Monday 6-8pm –prep for the move
June 24th Wednesday 6-8pm –prep for the move
June 26th Friday all day Truck and Trailer Move. Email for time
June 27th Saturday 11-5pm- Human Powered Bike Move.
*July 10th Friday 7pm -Members New Shop Party / Potluck
*July 11th 11-6pm -1027 Lusk Shop Grand Opening
* more details coming in the July 1st Newsletter.
Thursday, May 14, 2009
Helmet News!!
Keziah has been touch with a donor for bike helmets! We are expecting a substantial number next week. Send an email re: how many you need for your family and what size. First come, first serve! Yeah, Keziah!!
Wednesday, May 13, 2009
Cute Story - GREAT Idea!!
With her permission, I'm sharing a great idea from Amber Schwehr, a new volunteer. This entry is from her case notes:
"At some point in our conversation that day, Mrs. Ibrahim and I started to talk about herbs, vegetables, and gardening. She could not believe that we could actually grow things here! Before I left, I told her that I would like to stop by later in the day to bring her some herbs from my garden. She agreed that we could return at 4:00."
"At 4:00, my children and I returned to find several Somali families waiting to see what things we were bringing from our garden! We took some old pots and potting soil and after a short tutorial, Mr. and Mrs. Ibrahim were soon planting away surrounded by about a dozen curious neighbors! It was so great! Now, they have a small herb garden started on the patio! We munched on chives, parsley, mint, and cilantro....it was amazing!"
Please send us your ideas! Small ideas = BIG hits!!
Monday, May 11, 2009
HUGE May 16-17 Weekend of FREE Activities Coming Up!!
The weekend of May 16th looks to be a big one for FREE or nearly free activities. Here is a "taste" of what's coming up! Is see lots of music, food, story telling and parades here:
Clear Creek Volunteer Fire Department Fundraiser - Bring the family out for some outdoor fun, live music and barbecued foods. Other activities include a flea market, live auction and a raffle. If you would like to set up a booth or make a donation, contact Nancy Bedard at 208-392-9622. Sat., May 16, 10 a.m.-9 p.m. FREE, donations accepted. Clear Creek Lodge, 166 Clear Creek Road, Boise (North Boise), 208-392-4777.
Meridian Farmers Market - The theme for the 2009 farmers market and bazaar is Five for Five celebrating five years of fresh food and family friendly fun. Besides fresh produce, food specialties, baked goods and on site barbecue, the weekly market offers live entertainment on the Market Stage, an expanded Kid Smarts Craft Zone and a free Kid's Bounce. For more information, e-mail info@MeridianFarmersMarket.com. Saturdays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Continues through Sept. 30. www.meridianfarmersmarket.com. Ustick Marketplace II, 3630 N. Eagle Road, Meridian.
Avian Adventure - Deck out the family in hiking attire, grab the binoculars and join the Golden Eagle Audubon Society on a half-mile hike from the West Boise Wastewater Treatment Plant to a secluded spot along the Boise River. The guided tour is about the importance of the riparian ecosystem and about the different birds who call the watershed their home. Practice calls and complete a checklist as an experienced instructor helps identify our local birds. Children are encouraged to create tissue-tube binoculars to take along the journey and make bird feeders from recycled materials once they return. Sat., May 16, 10 a.m. FREE. Boise WaterShed, 11818 W. Joplin Road, Boise, 208-489-1284, www.boiseenvironmentaleducation.org.
Kids Day America - The childrens' event is dedicated to health, safety and environmental awareness. Attendees receive child safety ID cards, health screenings, face painting, door prizes, giveaways, games and fun activities. The guest list includes appearances by McGruff the Crime Dog, Sparky the Fire Dog and Doby the Roaring Springs Dolphin. Sat., May 16, 12-3 p.m. FREE. Meridian Boys and Girls Club, 911 N. Meridian Road, Meridian, 208-888-5392, www.bgclubidaho.org.
Storytelling - Gather around the Treasure Valley Storytellers for an afternoon of storytelling for all ages. The adventure begins when Old Mother Goose leads the audience from a European-style bridge, rumored to host its own troll, past a waterfall and pool and into a poplar grove. Grandmother Tree, queen of the poplar grove, leads adventure seekers on a trail lined with stories full of adventure. Attendees can bring a picnic to eat during the adventure. For more information, contact Mary Anne Hedrich or Jeanette Ross at 208-378-1217. Sat., May 16, 2 p.m. FREE. Boise Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 6200 N. Garrett, Garden City (West Boise), 208-658-1710, www.boiseuu.org.
Pedal Power Parade - Everyone loves a parade, so dress in costume, if you like, and deck out the ride too. The finale of Boise Bike Week 2009 is a pedal power parade through the streets of downtown Boise followed by pizza, refreshments and raffle prizes in the park. Sat., May 16, 5 p.m. FREE, www.boisebikeweek.org. Capitol Park, 601 W. Jefferson, Boise (Boise Downtown).
Clear Creek Volunteer Fire Department Fundraiser - Bring the family out for some outdoor fun, live music and barbecued foods. Other activities include a flea market, live auction and a raffle. If you would like to set up a booth or make a donation, contact Nancy Bedard at 208-392-9622. Sat., May 16, 10 a.m.-9 p.m. FREE, donations accepted. Clear Creek Lodge, 166 Clear Creek Road, Boise (North Boise), 208-392-4777.
Meridian Farmers Market - The theme for the 2009 farmers market and bazaar is Five for Five celebrating five years of fresh food and family friendly fun. Besides fresh produce, food specialties, baked goods and on site barbecue, the weekly market offers live entertainment on the Market Stage, an expanded Kid Smarts Craft Zone and a free Kid's Bounce. For more information, e-mail info@MeridianFarmersMarket.com. Saturdays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Continues through Sept. 30. www.meridianfarmersmarket.com. Ustick Marketplace II, 3630 N. Eagle Road, Meridian.
Avian Adventure - Deck out the family in hiking attire, grab the binoculars and join the Golden Eagle Audubon Society on a half-mile hike from the West Boise Wastewater Treatment Plant to a secluded spot along the Boise River. The guided tour is about the importance of the riparian ecosystem and about the different birds who call the watershed their home. Practice calls and complete a checklist as an experienced instructor helps identify our local birds. Children are encouraged to create tissue-tube binoculars to take along the journey and make bird feeders from recycled materials once they return. Sat., May 16, 10 a.m. FREE. Boise WaterShed, 11818 W. Joplin Road, Boise, 208-489-1284, www.boiseenvironmentaleducation.org.
Kids Day America - The childrens' event is dedicated to health, safety and environmental awareness. Attendees receive child safety ID cards, health screenings, face painting, door prizes, giveaways, games and fun activities. The guest list includes appearances by McGruff the Crime Dog, Sparky the Fire Dog and Doby the Roaring Springs Dolphin. Sat., May 16, 12-3 p.m. FREE. Meridian Boys and Girls Club, 911 N. Meridian Road, Meridian, 208-888-5392, www.bgclubidaho.org.
Storytelling - Gather around the Treasure Valley Storytellers for an afternoon of storytelling for all ages. The adventure begins when Old Mother Goose leads the audience from a European-style bridge, rumored to host its own troll, past a waterfall and pool and into a poplar grove. Grandmother Tree, queen of the poplar grove, leads adventure seekers on a trail lined with stories full of adventure. Attendees can bring a picnic to eat during the adventure. For more information, contact Mary Anne Hedrich or Jeanette Ross at 208-378-1217. Sat., May 16, 2 p.m. FREE. Boise Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 6200 N. Garrett, Garden City (West Boise), 208-658-1710, www.boiseuu.org.
Pedal Power Parade - Everyone loves a parade, so dress in costume, if you like, and deck out the ride too. The finale of Boise Bike Week 2009 is a pedal power parade through the streets of downtown Boise followed by pizza, refreshments and raffle prizes in the park. Sat., May 16, 5 p.m. FREE, www.boisebikeweek.org. Capitol Park, 601 W. Jefferson, Boise (Boise Downtown).
Tuesday, April 28, 2009
2009 Afro Culture Event - May 2, 2009
2009 Afro Culture Event
Saturday, May 2, 2009
5-9PM
Jordan Ballroom, Student Union
Boise State University
Tickets will be sold at the door.
$3 - Refugees
Refugee children under 6 are free!
$8 - Adults
$5 - Students (with ID)
$5 - 12-6 years old
Free - 5 and younger
African and Soul Food
Featured Entertainment
- African drummers
- Rappers
- Hip-hop dancers
- Reggae band
- African fashion show
Monday, April 27, 2009
Fun Stuff for the Weekend of May 2
There were several things posted in the newspaper over the weekend that are little or no cost. It might be fun to check these out with your families:
- Family Pet Expo at Expo Idaho May 2-3 starting at 10AM Adults-$2 and kids under 12 are free! If you bring an ad from the newspaper, it's good for a $1 discount! There's a pet talent show on Saturday at 2pm and a best dressed pet contest on Sunday at 2pm.
- Sampler Expo at Expo Idaho May 2-3 starting at 10AM also. The prices are the same as above and the same thing re: the discount with an ad from the paper. It looks like a lot of fun stuff to see and I'm sure free samples of food as well!
- Neighborhood Block Party in Meridian on May 2, starting at 10AM. Admission is free and it benefits the Meridian Police K-9 Team. 4037 E. Clocktower Lane in Meridian. "Food sampling" is specifically stated.
Also....this looks fun for Saturday, May 9: Arch Re-Painting Party and Storytime. 11AM to 2PM at Cassia Park, 4600 W. Camas Steet, here in Boise. "Help repaint Michael Zapponi's archway. Volunteers will read new stories every half hour. Call 433-5677 for details."
Please post here if you have some additional ideas!
Thursday, April 23, 2009
GREAT Local Resource - Our Public Library
One of the first things I ask volunteers to do is check out the Boise Public Library with their families. Showing them how to get to the library on the bus is really be a plus!
www.boisepubliclibrary.org
The majority of our families live near the Hillcrest branch, but that doesn't mean that a trip to the main library shouldn't happen. It would be great to families get a library card at the main library and then have a "field trip" to the Hillcrest branch, on another day. Making the connection between the main library and the branch should come pretty easily.
The library site is great because it gives a monthly calendar of events for the main library and the branches too. I have seen events such as toddler and pre-school story time, teen game hour, computer basics, and several other programs from which our families would benefit.
Thanks for taking the time to check it out. If you have taken advantage of this great resource, write about it here!
www.boisepubliclibrary.org
The majority of our families live near the Hillcrest branch, but that doesn't mean that a trip to the main library shouldn't happen. It would be great to families get a library card at the main library and then have a "field trip" to the Hillcrest branch, on another day. Making the connection between the main library and the branch should come pretty easily.
The library site is great because it gives a monthly calendar of events for the main library and the branches too. I have seen events such as toddler and pre-school story time, teen game hour, computer basics, and several other programs from which our families would benefit.
Thanks for taking the time to check it out. If you have taken advantage of this great resource, write about it here!
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