🌱 Saving A Cafe + Hawks Improvements + High Country Closures

Hey, everybody. It's me, John Braese, your host of the Boise Daily — back in your inbox with everything that's fit to print about what's happening in town. Let's have at it...

Welcome to the Tuesday edition of the Boise Daily. A small-town cafe is drawing interest from many to stay open after announcing closure. Hawks Memorial Stadium is ready for baseball fans with some new upgrades, and a local grocery store has announced a recall. The high country still has snow for the upcoming long weekend, and some new homeless dogs and cats are looking for a new family.

First, today's weather:

Sun mixing with clouds. High: 73 Low: 53.

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Here are the top stories in Boise today:

1. Many eateries in Boise open and close with little concern from locals. In a small community just 45 minutes from Boise, the loss of the town's lone restaurant has spurred donations from many, so the big breakfasts remain coming to the tables. KTVB-TV publishes a story originally written by Idaho Press reporter Teddy Feinberg about Nathan's Greenleaf Cafe. (KTVB)
2. Boise summers translate to Boise Hawks baseball. BoiseDev editor Don Day updates fans on the new upgrades this year to Memorial Stadium, home of the Hawks. A new beer garden is ready for thirsty fans and kids to the game will have an expanded play zone. Those attending games will be able to see just how fast that pitch was on the scoreboard and for those looking for pennants or shirts, a new merchandise store will be open. (boisedev)
3. If you have stopped at an Albertsons needing a quick meal, take note. CBS2 news staff forward the news the grocery giant has issued a recall of seven ReadyMeals and deli-prepared products. Those with a bacon topping may contain metal pieces. (idahonews)
4. The Memorial Day Weekend is approaching with Boise residents preparing for the start of the camping season. KBOI radio reports Forest Service management warns those heading for the hills that some areas are still closed due to snow. On a personal note, I can never recall having access to Trinity Lakes or Deadwood Reservoir in May. (kboi)
5. We have new pets looking to join you on your long weekend trip and beyond. Take a look at Boise Patch for those shelter animals wanting to spend the summer with you. (Boise Patch)

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Today in Boise:

• Boise Centre East presents the Idaho Crypto Summit on Tuesday. (8 a.m.)
• Created to protect the Sawtooth Mountain Range, the Sawtooth NRA celebrates 50 years on Tuesday with 50: Our Legacy and Future Challenges. (9 a.m.)
• The Garden City Chamber will hold their monthly luncheon on Tuesday. (Noon)
• The Parks and Waterways Committee for Garden City will meet Tuesday. (4:30 p.m.)
• Timberline High School will hold graduation ceremonies on Tuesday at Extra Mile Arena. (7 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Boise Parks and Recreation: "Springtime sunset magic in the Boise Foothills: @i.am.optimus.prime" (Instagram)
• Boise Parks and Recreation: "Opening day for all outdoor city pools is Friday, May 27 at 1 p.m. Borah, Fairmont, Ivywild and Natatorium pools will be operating this summer. No pre-registration required this year." (Facebook)
• Boise Weekly: "When Dave Eggar was little, his mom gave him a violin, made him practice and go to classes. He said he was already pretentious — so he used all his 4-year-old strength to stomp it into pieces." (Instagram)
• Radio Boise: "Hip-hop + mashups = stay up. Hear DJ Winkle make his case for Sunday night being the party place on Krush Korner at 10pm and Bangers and Mashups at 11 p.m." (Instagram)
• Boise Contemporary Theater: "A thank you from Ben: ALL of this is thanks to you. For all of it, my deepest and sincerest thanks. Together we are BCT. -Ben https://mailchi.mp/bctheater.o... PHOTO: Brett Johnson" (Instagram)
• Zoo Boise: "Zoo Boise’s Summer Education Camps are almost full! Make sure to keep your wildlife loving kids engaged in learning and having fun by signing them up today." (Facebook)

You're officially in the loop for today! I'll see you soon.

— 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.

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