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Boise, are you ready to play ball? Pickleball is one of the nation's fastest-growing sports. This fun hybrid of tennis, badminton, and table tennis is catching on in schools, senior centers, and local outdoor spaces. Players can play one-on-one or in teams of two, taking turns hitting a plastic ball over a net with a paddle. With the ability to play indoors and outdoors, it's fairly easy for you to get out and join a pickleball game! Following is a list of just a few of our area's courts. Check HERE for a larger list and a map.

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Your Oldies Playlist for Summer

Need to inject some fun energy into your summer at home? We dug through the (pre-70s!) archives to compile ten of our favorite summer tunes (plus a few bonus songs to keep you moving) – in no particular order. Get the kids and the dog, turn up the volume, and "Dance, Dance, Dance"!

• Dance, Dance, Dance – The Beach Boys, 1965
  • Brothers Brian, Dennis, and Carl Wilson, their cousin Mike Love, and buddy Al Jardine from Hawthorne, California, hit the music scene in 1963 with songs about surfing, girls, and cars. With a great beat and fun lyrics, early Beach Boys' tunes bel...

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There are a lot of reasons to welcome summer with open arms. We're especially excited about the return of all our favorite Boise farmers markets. With a long growing season ahead, we are thrilled to recommend these great spots in the Boise area to find fresh, local produce!

1. Boise Farmers Market - 1500 Shoreline Dr, Boise, ID 83702
   Held from April through October, the Boise Farmers Market is the flagship farmers market in our home city. This outdoor market in the heart of downtown Boise attracts farmers and growers from all over the region, bringing the best fruits, vegetab...

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Fire pits are hot these days-- literally and figuratively. They form a focal point for outdoor socializing and can extend your outdoor time with the warmth they provide in the evenings. Plus, let's not forget the joy of making s'mores in the backyard!

You can purchase a pre-made kit or have one professionally installed, but a DIY fire pit is a relatively simple project for a long weekend, and if you'd like to create a fire pit of your own, read on. 

Safety First 

Examine the area where you'd like to build your fire pit. The best spots for fire pits have a non-flammable material such as dirt or stone, and are free of overhanging or nearby branches, and are well away from other potential fuel. Your fire pit should be at least ten feet away from the house or o...

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Ordering from local restaurants is a great way to boost the local economy during a challenging time, support your favorite Boise businesses, and of course, enjoy a great meal in the process. Order takeout or curbside pickup from your favorite restaurants, with this guide from our real estate agents.

1. Alyonka Russian Cuisine – 2870 W State St., Boise, ID 83702
   The Russian Food Festival has long been a beloved annual event close to Boise homes for sale, and the talented chef who oversees that festival has opened a restaurant serving Russian favorites in Boise. Order from chef Ellen DeYoung's extensive menu at Alyonka Russian Cuisine, and pick your meal up curbside. The menu features many familiar menu items from the festival, along with an extensive selection of authentic Russian cuisine that you won't find anywhere else.

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