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Rainy Day Activities in Boise

A cloudy day south of Boise
Although we are fortunate to have mostly sunny days here in the Treasure Valley, the winter and spring seasons can have some clouds and rain. This weekend is calling for scattered showers and thunderstorms, which seems fitting since we are in March, the month that comes "in like a lion and out like a lamb", as the saying goes. So it's time to get a bit creative and think about some rainy day activities! 

 Here's a list of activities that would be great to try out on a rainy day:
  • The Idaho State Museum has fascinating exhibits which are informative and interactive for many different ages. 
  • I absolutely love the Boise Public Library system at any time, but when better than a rainy day to find a good book? Check out the library's events calendar for all types of events, including story times, 3D printing appointments, technology assistance, lectures, yoga, and more! 
  • Try a local coffee shop! Check out this list for coffee shops in every corner of Boise. 
  • Catch an Idaho Steelheads hockey game. 
  • Explore the Idaho Fish and Game MK Nature Center for exhibits and underwater fish viewing windows!
  • Check out JUMP (Jack's Urban Meeting Place) for classes, maker spaces and studios, and more! 
    View of JUMP's awesome slide lit up during Illumibriate, the festival of light and color

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