Bardenay

Rehersal Dinner

Location: Beside Bardenay

Wedding Welcome Party- Out of town guests

The Grove Hotel

Wedding Day Shuttle

The Vintage Rose

Wedding Day

Barber Park Education and Events Center

Float the River!

Our Wedding

After years of training in competitive hockey, Julie and Tawni were recruited by Suzanne Ostrow (our friend and wedding officiant) in November 2017 to play for the Rubber Cement Team in the Boise "B" Hockey League . Suzanne saw their chemistry on the ice and although they persistently resisted, she VERY PERSISTENTLY suggested they take their chemistry off ice. Their first date was a 1 on 1 hockey battle at Idaho Ice World. Julie's hockey skills swept Tawni off her skates. While painting ceramics on their second date, Tawni swept Julie off her feet with her artistic abilities. Though Rubber Cement (our hockey team) did not win a single game that season, Tawni and Julie won each other's hearts. Julie and Tawni continue to play hockey from time to time, and spend a lot of winter in the mountains skiing. During their free time, Julie and Tawni love to explore Idaho and play with their fur babies Poe, Tater, and Toby.

Our Story

Boise Airport is located 3 miles from the Grove Hotel, Hotel 43, and downtown Boise! There are rental cars available at the airport or Uber/Lyft services around town. Our wedding venue is 23 miles from the airport.

Boise Airport

**SOLD OUT** The Grove Hotel is at the heart of downtown Boise. It is a short walk to the many delicious restaurants and bars downtown. While the wedding wont be during hockey season, the hotel is attached to the hockey arena and home of the Steelheads AHL team. Two beds per room

No vehicles can be left at our wedding venue overnight. We are providing a shuttle that will take out of town guests ONLY from the Grove Hotel to our wedding venue (roundtrip) the night of the wedding. Please select shuttle service on the RSVP so we can get can an accurate count.

Shuttle Service on Wedding Day!

**FRIDAY NIGHT ONLY. PLEASE CALL HOTEL TO BOOK** Hotel 43 is Idaho through and through. Located on the 43rd parallel in the 43rd state (wonder how we came up with our name?), Boise’s “Original Boutique Hotel” is uniquely inspired by the city and state we proudly call home. We celebrate downtown Boise’s surprisingly arty side by adorning our spaces with works by local talent. Hit us at the right time and you’ll find us hosting artistic events throughout the city. You can also come by any time for free passes to the Boise Art Museum.&nbsp;At Hotel 43, you’ll be inspired by the rich culture, rugged charm, and contemporary energy of downtown Boise waiting at your doorstep.&nbsp; One king bed per room

Hotel 43

We have added a sister hotel for guests that are still looking for hotel accommodations. Unfortunately, Boise downtown is extremely busy this summer and places are booking up quick! This downtown hotel is also conveniently located adjacent to Boise State University, St. Luke's Regional Medical Center, Micron, and State of Idaho Offices. We offer complimentary Boise Airport shuttle service, a well equipped fitness center, 24 hour business center and boarding pass print stations. Experience why the Courtyard Boise Downtown is the perfect blend of atmosphere, value, location and service!&nbsp; **The hotel is .8 mile (15 minute walk) from Bardenay Restaurant (Out of Town event) and The Grove Hotel. **Feel free to still use the Shuttle at the Grove for transportation to the wedding $199/night.*Please note, the hotel front lobby is under construction.

Courtyard by Marriott Boise Downtown

Lot's of places to stay in the City of Boise or surrounding neighborhoods.

Airbnb Boise

Travel

We are planning a float at 4 PM the day after the wedding for those of you who want to join! A great way to cool off on a hot summer day in Boise. Make sure to bring your adult beverages in cans ( glass bottles are not allowed) and a koozie wouldn't hurt. The shuttle service is only 3 dollars per person, and leaves Ann Morrison Park for Barber Park 30 minutes. The website is linked for tube and raft rentals.

Float the Boise River

This is THE BEST breakfast in Boise. Our favorite thing on the menu is the Bennyhill ( eggs benny) and the spicy bloody mary is to die for.

BACON

The Boise River Greenbelt is one of Boise's most beloved parks. The 25-mile tree-lined pathway follows the north and south sides of the Boise River through the heart of the city and provides scenic views, wildlife habitat and pedestrian access to many of Boise’s popular riverside parks. The "<a href="https://www.cityofboise.org/departments/parks-and-recreation/ribbon-of-jewels/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ribbon of Jewels</a>" is a series of parks located along the Greenbelt.** Tawni and Julie love rollerblading with Poe +Tater on the greenbelt from their house. There are plenty of bridges and places to sit next to the river. They also added a food truck park called "Green Acres Food Truck Park-1401 Shoreline Drive, Boise, ID 83702"

Boise River Greenbelt

Handcrafted, exciting donuts.Fresh and healthy, artisan eats.Locally sourced, quality beverages.#DONUTSFORALL

Guru Donuts

It's the northwest's largest open-air, multi-artist mural gallery, located between 8th and 9th street and Bannock and Idaho in Downtown Boise. Check out out 10 Barrel Brewery across the street (the nachos &amp; brussel sprouts are amazing) or Meriwether Cider House nearby.

Visit Freak Alley

We are an Idaho-American beer bar that pairs Good Beer with thoughtful food, friendly service, and comfortable Downtown Boise ambience&nbsp;Est. 19958th Street has plenty of great local restaurants and bars. We highly recommend taking a walk downtown to check out the bars and restaurants.

Bittercreek Alehouse

A hike from the base of the Old Idaho State Penitentiary brings you to an amazing view of the City of Boise. The path is moderate level hiking and is dog friendly.

Hike Table Rock

The STIL has the best ice cream in Boise. All flavors are homemade. They have a great selection of gluten free, vegan, and even booze infused flavors. There's something there for everyone. They even do flights of ice cream paired with wine and beer! Adults don't forget your ID's ;)

The STIL

Visit the Blue Field!Hall of Fame is open Monday-Friday: 10am-4pm to see the Blue Field from inside the stadium. Look for the Horse statue!

Albertsons Stadium

Flying M Coffeehouse, owned by Kent Collins, is located on the corner of 5th and Idaho in Downtown Boise. The coffeeshop is renowned in the local community for its quirky furnishings, eclectic crowd, high quality coffee, and unique Gift Shack. Voted Best of Boise in the Boise Weekly for over a decade!

Flying M Coffee House

HAND-MADE, HIGH-QUALITY CRAFT BREWS WITH BIG TASTE AND EVEN BIGGER STORIES TO SHARE.&nbsp;FILLING RAFT TRIP COOLERS, SKIER POCKETS, TACKLE BOXES, AND CAMPFIRE GATHERINGS SINCE 2011 **Julie and Tawni's favorite local brewery.

Payette Brewing Company

Great coffee in a great area of town. Tawni's favorites are the "sista" half sweet (WARNING: caffeine overload!) and the chocolate chip pumpkin bread. After you are energized with coffee, take a short stroll down the street to explore Camel's Back Park.

Hyde Perk Coffee House

Things to Do

Tawni's Wedding Party

Saskia is one of Tawni's best friends. They met in girl scouts, then became besties through hockey. She graduated from Swarthmore College in spring of 2020 and works as a research specialist at Duke University.

Saskia Bock

Mikayla has been Tawni's best friend since the 2nd grade. From then they grew up getting in all kinds of trouble together. Mikayla owns her own aesthetics business and lives with her husband and son in Council, ID.

Mikayla Shumway

Britney was Tawni's college roommate, hockey teammate, and best friend in Maine. She lives in North Carolina with her husband Kyle and their doggies. 

Britney Wilkinson

Julia was on Tawni's hockey team in college and became one of her best friends in Maine. She loves to sing Niki Manage and is a genius scientist.

Julia Buffalini

Trey is Tawni's baby brother. He is a brilliant Engineering student at BSU who is set to graduate next year. 

Trey Mohler

Julie's Wedding Party

Scott is Julie's Twin brother. He works for LinkedIn in the Empire State Building and has traveled all over the world!

Scott Rising

Kurt is Julie's and Scott's older brother. He and his family live in Anchorage, AK. This big teddy bear works for the Anchorage Police Department.

Kurt Rising

Kelsey lived next door to Julie's childhood home in Anchorage. Kelsey is like a sister to Julie. She is an accountant in Anchorage and enjoys hiking all over Alaska.

Kelsey Kasper

Amber is one of Julie's long time best friends. They grew up playing hockey in California and spent summers working as lifeguards together. Below is a link to Julie's dive of death, filmed by Amber Moore, starring Julie Rising and angry children. 

https://youtu.be/4fIWW5z11Gg

Amber Moore

Anya became one of Julie's best friends while they were roommates in graduate school at Syracuse University. She lives in Niagara Falls, Ontario with her wife (who Julie set her up with). 

Anya Falcone

Officiant

Suzanne is the matchmaker and close friend of both brides. She and her fiancé live in Boston. 

Tawni & Julie