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The Results Are In: Focusing on Community Connection & Self-Awareness for Blaine County Youth
The voices of our young people have been heard. Following the recent Communities for Youth Blaine County vote at our December Data Walk, we are excited to announce our two primary focus areas for the coming year: Community Connection: Building stronger bonds between youth and the places they live, learn, and play. Self-Awareness: Equipping young people with the tools to understand their emotions, strengths, and identity. Why these two? Data from the 2025 Blaine County Youth
Jan 132 min read
Tips for Meeting New People
You found a fun event and you're excited to go, but none of your friends can make it. This can be a bummer, but don't let it keep you from exploring new things and meeting new people ! It sounds corny, but start with a smile. You don't have to be the world's most outgoing person, but being approachable and friendly is important. Start with a compliment and a question. "I love your shoes, where did you get them?" or "Hey cool sticker for [anyplace], when did you go ther
Jan 102 min read
Now Recruiting: Treasure Valley Youth Media Ambassadors
Communities for Youth (C4Y) is excited to announce the launch of our new Treasure Valley Youth Media Ambassadors program. The Youth Media Ambassador program will recruit up to 6 high-school students from the Treasure Valley region, who will work together and with C4Y staff to create content, manage engagement, and plan promotional activities and events that help additional youth in the Treasure Valley region find and utilize social media accounts and other resources that prom
Dec 23, 20253 min read
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Apr 15, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:30 PMBoise Brick House, 704 N 7th St, Boise, ID 83702, USANeed a good space to hang out? The Boise Brick House is a safe place for high school teens to relax, get homeowrk done, be a part of fun events throughout the week, and have empowering conversations about mental health.
Sat, Apr 18Apr 18, 2026, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PMWesty's Garden Lanes, 5504 Alworth St, Boise, ID 83714, USAJoin Communities for Youth and Idaho Public Television in a laid-back afternoon full of bowling, arcade games, and great company! It is a perfect chance to meet new people, bring your friends, hang out, and be a part of some fun Instagram media moments while we capture the good vibes.
Tue, Apr 21Apr 21, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PMCongregation Ahavath Beth Israel, 11 N Latah St, Boise, ID 83706, USABig conversations. Real connections. Your chance to be part of something meaningful! Join a night to connect with city leaders and peers, share perspectives, and be part of the conversation. Enjoy yummy food and enter for a chance to win prizes!
Thu, Apr 23
Fri, Apr 24Apr 24, 2026, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PMJack's Urban Meeting Place (JUMP), 1000 W Myrtle St, Boise, ID 83702, USADo you love tiny adorable treasures? Do you love turning old items into new treasures? Come to a trinket trade! Meet and connect with other collectors of tiny things, trade your old treasures for new ones, customize a trinket at the craft station, visit the doodle booth, and hunt for hidden trinkets
May 02, 2026, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PMHeritage Park, 185 E State St, Eagle, ID 83616, USANeed a good weekend event? Come find arts and crafts along with local produce, flowers, and specialty food items. Every Saturday from May through September, the market comes alive with melodious sounds of local musicians and community members coming together to support local micro-producers.
Fri, May 08May 08, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:15 PMTrue North Yoga, 1512 N 10th St, Boise, ID 83702, USAJoin True North Yoga to enjoy a night just for you, to move, relax, laugh, and connect! We'll start with a super chill yoga flow (no experience needed) and melt right into a dreamy sound bath to help you unwind. Ages 12-18 welcome. There will be springtime snacks, drinks, music, and good vibes!
Fri, May 08May 08, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PMEncore Creative Center, 1045 S Ancona Ave Suite 140, Eagle, ID 83616, USAGet ready to roll at The Great Marble Course: An epic night of creativity, competition, and a little bit of chaos. Design and build your own marble track filled with twists, turns, and surprise elements, then race to see whose marble is the fastest.
Fri, Jun 12Jun 12, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PMEncore Creative Center, 1045 S Ancona Ave Suite 140, Eagle, ID 83616, USAStep into the spotlight, dream up a creative business, and pitch it to a panel of “sharks” ready to be impressed. Whether your idea is brilliant, bold, or just plain wild, this is your chance to make it happen!
Fri, Jul 10Jul 10, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PMEncore Creative Center, 1045 S Ancona Ave Suite 140, Eagle, ID 83616, USAWho says gift swapping is just for December? Join in on a playful twist where you’ll exchange and maybe steal funny, creative, and totally unexpected items. You never know what you’ll walk away with!
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Sat, Oct 24Oct 24, 2026, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PMJack's Urban Meeting Place (JUMP), 1000 W Myrtle St, Boise, ID 83702, USADress up in your most boo-tiful costumes and gather at JUMP for an evening filled with laughter and spooky delight. As you wander, local nonprofits will be there to share treats and treasures with JUMP-or-treaters of all ages.
Fri, Apr 10Apr 10, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PMEncore Creative Center, 1045 S Ancona Ave Suite 140, Eagle, ID 83616, USAGet ready for a night of laughs, teamwork, and brainpower! Trivia Night is coming! Form a team and put your knowledge to the test with fun categories ranging from pop culture to tricky brain teasers.- Fri, Apr 03
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Tue, Mar 17Mar 17, 2026, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PMMain Street Station, 777 W Main St, Boise, ID 83702, USAJoin Communities for Youth and VRT for Lucky #7: The Bus St. Patty’s Day Ever, a spring break bus scavenger hunt designed just for teens. Ride Route 7 Fairview, solve clues, complete challenges, and explore the city using public transit.
UPCOMING EVENTS
- Apr 15, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:30 PMBoise Brick House, 704 N 7th St, Boise, ID 83702, USANeed a good space to hang out? The Boise Brick House is a safe place for high school teens to relax, get homeowrk done, be a part of fun events throughout the week, and have empowering conversations about mental health.
- Apr 18, 2026, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PMApr 18, 2026, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PMWesty's Garden Lanes, 5504 Alworth St, Boise, ID 83714, USAJoin Communities for Youth and Idaho Public Television in a laid-back afternoon full of bowling, arcade games, and great company! It is a perfect chance to meet new people, bring your friends, hang out, and be a part of some fun Instagram media moments while we capture the good vibes.
- Apr 21, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PMApr 21, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PMCongregation Ahavath Beth Israel, 11 N Latah St, Boise, ID 83706, USABig conversations. Real connections. Your chance to be part of something meaningful! Join a night to connect with city leaders and peers, share perspectives, and be part of the conversation. Enjoy yummy food and enter for a chance to win prizes!
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