January
Evening at Boise Comtemporary Theater - January 31, 2007
Lauren Weedman in BUST
Boise Contemporary Theater was pleased to invite Boise Young Professionals BYP) for an evening of great theater, January 31, 2007. BCT presented BUST by Lauren Weedman.
This former Daily Show correspondent brings her hilarious one-woman show based on her experience as a volunteer advocate in a Southern California prison for women, while trying to find work as an actress in Hollywood, Bust is full of Weedman’s razor-sharp comic observations. A veteran of the stage (this is her sixth one-woman show) she nimbly jumps from character to character, while delivering a narrative about the absurdities of our modern world.
6:45: Pre-Show Party for BYP members
8:00: Performance of BUST by Lauren Weedman
Boise Contemporary Theater, 854 Fulton Street (corner of 9th Street and Fulton) in downtown Boise
BYP members receive discounted tickets and a free drink!
Reviews for Lauren Weedman:
"BREATHTAKING....A FEMALE ROBIN WILLIAMS." LA WEEKLY
"LAUREN WEEDMAN [IS] THE FUNNIEST WOMAN ALIVE." THE STRANGER (SEATTLE)
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Kai Ryssdal - January 25, 2007
Kai Ryssdal
On Thursday, January 25 Kai Ryssdal, host of American Public Media's Marketplace and Marketplace Money, was the featured speaker for the Boise Young Professionals. Kai joined us thanks to a partnership with Boise State Radio.
Featured Sponsor:
Thank you to our sponsors:
Kai Ryssdal Sponsored by:
Location Sponsored by:
Catering Sponsored by:
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BYP "Happy Hour" at LUSH (a lounge)
- Friday, January 12
Friday, January 12, 2007
5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
760 Main St., Boise (next to the Egyptian Theatre)
An estimated total of 150-200 YPs attended the first ever BYP Happy Hour at LUSH.______________________________________________________________________
FEBRUARY
BYP "Happy Hour" at Koi
Sushi & Sake Night
Friday, February 9, 2007
5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
800 W. Idaho Street (across from Bitter Creek)
2 for 1 drink specials for BYP members!
Complimentary appetizers
Bring a friend and connect with other local YPs in a fantastic new sushi, sake, and Japanese Cuisine environment!
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“For the Love of Politics!”
Monday, February 12th at 6:00 p.m.
Boise Public Library, Downtown Branch
“Hayes Auditorium” – entrance is on the South side of the LibraryThe event features six elected officials from throughout the state who take part in a panel and Q & A discussion. Panelists – who fit the BYP demographic – will describe how they got into politics and how others can get involved.
This event is FREE, but limited seating is available.
This event is closed for registrations.
Panelists:
Representative Brent Crane, Nampa, District 13
Representative Nicole LeFavour, Boise, District 19
Senator John McGee, Caldwell, District 10
Representative James Ruchti, Pocatello, District 29
Mayor Hannah Stauts, City of Stanley
Commissioner Paul Woods, Ada County Commissioners
Moderator:
John Foster, IdahoBusiness Review
Co-Sponsored by:
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Spontaneous Productions presents:
NICKEL AND DIMED
Thursday, February 15, 2007
by Joan Holden
based on
Nickel and Dimed, on (Not)Getting by in America by Barbara EhrenreichSpontaneous Productions has reserved a block of 75 seats for the Boise Young Professionals for the February 15 performance of NICKEL AND DIMED, directed by fellow BYP member David Rose.
Spontaneous welcomes BYP back to Visual Arts Collective (VaC) and will be hosting a special "On the Sofa with Spontaneous" post-show discussion with the cast and the director that evening.Dessert will be served and a cash bar is available before and after the performance.
BYP Specials:
General admission seats for $12.00
Or reserved Bistro Table seating for $16
Each a 20% discount
Special block seating held until February 9
BYP members will still be able to buy tickets at the group discount price after February 9 on a seats-available basis.
About the Play:
How do you make ends meet in a low-wage job? As an investigative journalist, Barbara Ehrenreich went "undercover" in three different parts of the country, working as a waitress, a maid, and a big-box retail clerk to discover what it's really like to live in low-wage America. Her best-selling book, "Nickel and Dimed: On (Not) Getting By in America," is acclaimed as one of the most important works of social criticism of our time. Playwright Joan Holden has captured Ehrenreich's provocative, funny, and often disturbing experiences in a play that is as powerful as the extraordinary book on which is based.
According to director David Rose, "With the ongoing debate about globalization and its impact on the working class in this country, as well as the current attempts to raise the minimum wage, NICKEL AND DIMED steps back from the politics and takes us into a world that many of us don't recognize, the life of the working poor."
VaC is located at 1419 Grove Street in downtown Boise's Linen District. Doors open at 7pm, the play starts at 8pm. See www.sponprod.com for more information.
This event is closed for registrations.
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__________________________________________________________________March 8 - BSU, Kickstand and Boise Young Professional partner to host NW Venture Championship Reception.
Meeting Sponsors: Micron Technology and the Boise Valley Economic Partnership
Meeting Hosts: Kickstand, Boise Young Professionals and BSU Northwest Venture Championship®.
Meeting Date: Thursday, March 8, 2007
Time: 5:30 - 7:30 pm
Special Location: Visual Arts Collective, 1419 Grove Street, BoiseThis is a great opportunity for BYP members to network with BSU graduate students, Kickstand members and other attendees from around the community.
75 ticketsare reserved for BYP Members and include free admission, two free drink tickets and free appetizers.
Event Sponsors:
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March 16 - BYP "Happy Hour" at Mack & Charlies
Friday, March 16, 2007
5:00 – 7:00 p.m.
507 W. Main Street
$1 Drafts
$2 Wells
$6 pitchers all nightComplimentary party subs
Bring a friend and connect with other local YPs at this great new pub!
Happy hour at Mack & Charlies - over 125 BYP's packed the house_____________________________________________________________
March 23 - Deadline to Vote
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BYP - Bogus Basin Ski/Snowboard Nights!
Bogus Basin at nightOn the second and last Tuesday of each month, the social committee will plan a ski/board trip. Join other BYPers for a night of skiing/snowboarding at Bogus Basin.
Carpool info:
Meet at the Bogus Ticket Office to arrange car pools and buy tickets if you need them! Make sure to park along the street or you could get towed! Carpools leave by 5:45 pm!Social to follow:
9:00 p.m. Post Bogus cocktails at Highlands Hollow Brewhouse (2455 Harrison Hollow on Hill near intersection of 19th)! Harrison Hollow is located at the foot of Bogus Basin Rd. tucked behind some office buildings across the street and down the road from Ridleys!Extended happy hour for BYP!
$2 pints and $8 pitchers
The kitchen will stay open until 10 p.m.
Brewhouse closes at 11 p.m.Tickets:
Night ticket prices are $20. Chevron is currently offering a 2 for 1 voucher when you fill up with at least 8 gallons of fuel!RSVP:
---See ya next season
Schedule for the 2007 year:
March 13Misc:
Sports Authority on Milwaukee next to Barnes and Noble rents snowboards for $12/ skis for $15. Rentals also available at Greenwoods Ski Haus at base of hill._______________________________________________________________
APRIL EVENTS
April 4 - BYP Monthly Luncheon - Sold Out!
It’s finally here! BYP will now offer a monthly luncheon designed to connect its members and provide opportunities to learn about upcoming events and happenings. It will be a great way to take a lunch break each month to meet other local young professionals, have a great meal, and learn about what’s happening with BYP! An RSVP is required by the Friday before each event if you plan to have lunch. This month's lunch will be provided by Johnny Carino's.
Date: April 4, 2007
Location: Boise Chamber offices (basement)
Time: 11:30 - 1:00 p.m.
Cost for lunch: BYP members = $10 and non-members/guests = $14
Seating Capacity: 75 people_________________________________________________________________
April 13 - BYP "Happy Hour" at Babylon Hookah Lounge
Friday, April 13: 5:30 -7:30 p.m.
609 Main St. (downtown Boise - right above Bistro)
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April 14 - BYP gets VIP for the Idaho Stampede
Time: 6:30 p.m. (game begins at 7:00 p.m.)
Cost: $25.00
Sold Out!
All VIP tickets holders will receive:
* free appetizers
* 1 free drink ticket
* lanyard with a name tag
*shoot free throws on the court after the gameStampede Head Coach Bryan Gates will speak to BYP members during pre-game festivities!
Four court side Game Day Suites have been reserved for this special BYP-VIP event! BYP will receive "In the House" game-time recognition and on court promotions. Connect with 80 other young professionals and enjoy the last regular season home game.
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April 25 - GET INVOLVED!
Your time, talent, treasure--learn how YOU can make a difference.
BYP is co-hosting an event with United Way's D.I.R.T. (Direct Impact Response Team) to highlight National Volunteer Month in April.
When: Wednesday, April 25
Time: 5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
Where: Flicks
646 Fulton St., downtown Boise (off Mrytle St.)
Food and beverages available for purchase at the eventTime: Give an hour and a half of your time to attend this event to learn more about opportunities to get involved in the community through volunteerism.
Talent: Learn about ways you can make a difference by volunteering your YP talent to help our community.
Treasure: $10 cost to attend. All funds (treasure) will go towards your choice of four programs mentioned during the presentation: Detox project, Terry Reilly Health Clinic, Boys and Girls Club and environmental group (TBD). You will be given a voucher that you can give to the program of your choice.
Speakers will include:
• Gary Raney, Ada County Sheriff, United Way Board Member, and Big Brothers, Big Sisters Board President
• Jim Owens, Director, Terry Reilly Healthcare for Homeless Boise Clinic and member, planning committee, Mayor's 10 Year Plan to End Homelessness
• Mitch Minnnetti, Boys and Girls Club. He can speak about issues relating to children and children's hunger
Co-Hosted by:
-- Community & Civic Involvement Work-Team
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MAY EVENTS
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May 11 - BYP "Happy Hour" at Capitol Boulevard Bar & Grill
Friday, May 11: 5:00 -7:00 p.m.
622 W. Idaho St. (corner of Idaho and Capitol - above Starbucks)
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May 19 - BYP Wine Tasting Tour
Ste. Chapelle, Williamson, Koening, Sawtooth, and Indian Creek
-- Social Opportunities Work-Team
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