Concierge Blog

Idaho Trust Blood Drive a Success!

Leah Raymond — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 16:58:42 +0000

The American Red Cross sponsored a blood drive yesterday here at Idaho Trust. Around 12 employees and a few clients signed up to donate. From everyone who has ever received blood when they needed it, thank you to those who are willing to make the small sacrifice to help fill such a tremendous need. We’ll definitely do this again next year! If you’d like information about how you can donate now, please visit www.redcrossidaho.org.

Jack and Sue Simpson & the Opportunity Foundation

Leah Raymond — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 15:46:06 +0000

Idaho Trust clients Jack and Sue Simpson were recently highlighted in the Costco Connection magazine for their Opportunity Foundation, which they started in 2006. The foundation supports a K-5 school in India with a staff of 25, feeds and educates 300 children and provides medical services to 5,000 slum residents. They also recently started a new “safe center” in northeastern Thailand that will offer a home, education, healthcare and counseling for 400 abused girls, victims of child slavery.
These projects are funded with 30% of the profits from their Coeur d’Alene Idaho 3D architectural design and drafting software company, Chief Architect. Idaho Trust would like to recognize and thank Jack and Sue for all they are doing to provide care, support and love for so many people who otherwise would go unnoticed.

www.opportunityfoundation.org

Live From New York…

Leah Raymond — Fri, 05 Jun 2009 21:48:22 +0000

It’s the Trey McIntyre Project! Fox Business News will be airing a national live interview by Brian Sullivan withTMP’s Executive Director John Michael Schert on Monday, June 8^th between 11:30 and 12:00 p.m. ET. They’ll explore the unique and innovative business model that has made this Boise dance company so successful. Tune in on Monday morning to see the broadcast!

New Faces/Places in BoDo

Leah Raymond — Thu, 21 May 2009 17:13:19 +0000

If you haven’t been to BoDo lately you might be surprised to see a couple new businesses the next time you come! Where Maggie Moo’s used to be is now Gandolfo’s, a New York-style deli that offers a huge selection of delicious sandwiches. My favorite thing about it is the bread – they bake their own and it’s perfect for New York sandwiches.

Another new face on the block is Texas Boogie, formerly the 8^th Street Wine Co. It’s now a Texas barbeque place that has a full menu, full bar, and dueling pianos in the evenings. I have only tried the appetizers so far, but they were great and the staff is friendly and prompt. And if it’s style you’re after, you’ll love Lunatic Fringe, the new trendy salon right next door to Idaho Trust. The stylists create fresh and gorgeous looks for everyone, and offer a unique line of hair care products. I’ve been a couple of times to get my hair styled for special events and I loved the way it looked every time. If only I could have them style it every morning!

And finally, it’s Capital City Market season once again! Come down on Saturday morning and stroll through! You’ll find that many of the same vendors have returned, along with some new ones this year. You’d have to spend a few hours to see everything, but it would be time well spent. One new booth that I particularly liked was Cinder Wines. The name Cinder comes from the layers of volcanic remnants found under the vineyards in Idaho. Did I mention the wines are lovely? You can stop by their booth on Saturdays and meet the winemaker, or check them out at www.cinderwines.com.

Idaho Trust Sponsors State of the City Address

Leah Raymond — Tue, 12 May 2009 20:59:05 +0000

Idaho Trust Bank is a proud presenting sponsor of the Boise State of the City Address on June 3, 2009 from 7:30 am – 9:00 am at the Boise Centre on the Grove. Boise Mayor David H. Bieter will talk to us about the previous year’s achievements and give us a preview of what’s coming up for the City of Boise.

If you’d like more information or would like tickets to the event, contact the Boise Metro Chamber of Commerce at (208) 472-5200 or visit them online at www.boisechamber.org.

Idaho Trust Softball

Leah Raymond — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 14:35:18 +0000

Idaho Trust has joined the city of Boise softball league. We won our first game last week by a landslide, and we play again tonight at Sunset Park at 6:15 p.m. You’re welcome to watch and cheer us on! Please call Leah for directions at (208) 350-2017. We hope to see you there.

Chocolate & Diamonds ‘09

Leah Raymond — Mon, 09 Feb 2009 19:24:39 +0000

This year’s Chocolate & Diamonds fundraiser at the Discovery Center was just as spectacular as it has been in years past. On Friday night supporters of the Discovery Center gathered in cocktail attire and experienced a wonderful night of hours d’oeuvres, chocolate and of course, diamonds. After we were first greeted with champagne we browsed the many silent auction tables and bid hopefully on the items we wanted, and then bought raffle tickets for the diamond necklace. Then it was on to the delicious hors d’oeuvres. The most unique thing on the menu was the tower of macaroni and cheese, served in metallic mini takeout boxes. It was a great presentation and it tasted like heaven. Of course, none of this compared to the chocolate! The displays were beautifully made and the chocolatiers stood proudly behind them as we sampled a variety of truffles and cakes and then cast our votes. The live auction was lively as usual, and then came the diamond raffle. For the second year in a row, someone at the Idaho Trust table won the gorgeous diamond necklace. We seem to be on a winning streak so I will for sure sit at Idaho Trust’s table again next year! Thank you to all of the sponsors and to the Discovery Center for creating such a beautiful evening.

Idaho Trust Enters Wellness Cup!

Leah Raymond — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 18:54:50 +0000

Through the YMCA, Idaho Trust is participating in 2009’s Wellness Cup! The goal is to improve the overall health of each participating employee and then be measured against the success of other area businesses. The business with the most improvement will win the Cup! We began the challenge on Monday, January 5^th with a kickoff presentation and then everyone was weighed and measured. During this time we’ll be concentrating on drinking a lot of water, eating healthier meals and expending more energy! It is our hope that as a staff we will create healthy, lifelong habits that will improve our quality of life at the workplace and also at home. (Oh, and we kind of want to win! ) We have two more weigh-ins before the grand finale. Good luck, Idaho Trust!

Tully’s Holiday Trolley Event

Leah Raymond — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 18:01:02 +0000

The Tully’s Coffee in BoDo is starting a new trolley tradition! Each Saturday evening in December Tully’s will be hosting a two hour event, beginning with a half hour of mingling and any Barista Beverage of your choice, followed by a ninety minute trolley tour of Christmas lights in Boise. Once the tour is over it will drop everyone back off at Tully’s. The price is perfect, at $6.95 for kids under 12, $7.95 for students and $9.95 for adults. Reservations and pre-payment are required to save your seats, and you can make your reservations at Tully’s Eagle River or BoDo. You can also call Jill Pennington at 629-9750.

Idaho Trust will Observe Veteran’s Day

Leah Raymond — Mon, 10 Nov 2008 22:42:39 +0000

Idaho Trust National Bank will be closed on Tuesday, November 11, 2008 in observance of Veteran’s Day. The lobby will re-open on Wednesday, November 12^th at 9:00 a.m. Enjoy the holiday!