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Spouses John Spencer (70) and Chiq Teresa Edwards Spencer (70) discuss John being drafted to the Vietnam War, basic training, and his travels across the world.

Friends Kelli Badesheim (60) and Diana Lachiondo (41) sit down to remember Diana's father, David Lachiondo, and to appreciate the impact that he has had on their lives and their community.

Spouses, Lisa Roberts (52) and Jeff Roberts (56), share a conversation about their daughter's recent wedding and about their own marriage.

This is an interview of Marie Sasser done by her Grandaughter, myself, Clara William where we discuss growing up in a small town and her life as a teacher in a much larger town.

We talked about little ways to gain self confidence and overcome shyness.

Maya talked to her almost 80 year old grandmother about the past and future

We talked about Mike’s life and his job owning George’s Cycles.

Ethyl tells of her experience growing up in California and staying under surveillance in Japan during WWII.

Lara Petitclerc-Stokes (52) talks with her husband, Perry Stokes (53), about their early decision not to have children and how it is has benefitted their individual and collective lives.

Jeremy Harper shares how the library supported his education growing up.

Marc Moss (51) interviews his mother-in-law, Barbara Bartmess (77), about her childhood, marriage, and spirituality.

Kendal Shaber (60) shares a conversation with her father’s friend, Mac Sheesley (97). They talk about Mac’s friendship with Kendal’s father, their time in World War II together, returning to Boise, and the role that Mac played in Kendal’s father’s...

Talked about jobs, advice she’d give to future generations, sang “you are my sunshine”, and talked about her early life.

Katherine Kappelman (66) and her son Hunter Kappelman (20) share a conversation about their family, those who have lived with them, and Hunter's Eagle Scout service project.

Childhood memories and how Diane lived her life.

Martie Brennan shares her love for Libraries and stories from the creation of the Boise Public Library Branches.

Jane and Mark meet during Jane’s gap year.

Dulce describes the Mazahuan embroidery she has brought to the world village festival.

Kris sees a book that reminds her of how she got her name.

connor obrien: 2020-12-17 17:23:22

My lovely grandma and I spoke of accomplishments, life, love, and family. I could not be more proud to be her grand-darling. Cheers to the kindness in her heart! She grins in the Interview photo with her sibilings, her in...

Friends Hanna Suman (23) and Monica Virgen (26) share about about their lives, their experiences growing up in immigrant families, and their work at the International Rescue Committee.

Dyah "Arin" Hening (36) talks with her friend Michiko Nabila (28) about their shared yet unique experiences as Indonesian immigrants who live in Boise, Idaho.

Nancy shares her memory of volunteering for the library and what libraries have meant to her.

Gail tells the story of her relationship with her Jewish Heritage and the impact of meeting Elie Wiesel.