Bring your gently used and new clothing items to the Chateau de Boise retirement home, beginning at 10 a.m., this Saturday, 7250 Poplar St. in Boise, and you might win a $100 cash door prize.

But wait, there's more. 

Show up with your goods at 12:30 p.m., and you’ll get a free lunch. Free balloons, and an appearance by Bubbles the Clown from 10 a.m.-noon.

At 2 p.m., a representative from Boise Rescue Mission will be present to speak and present a certificate of appreciation to the guests and staff at the home.

For more information, call Kelly or Carol at 322-7277.

Boise Youth Chess Champion Uses Skills to Help Haiti

When 11-year-old Luke Vellotti saw the Haiti earthquake images on CNN, he decided to use his talents to help.

He got in touch with the folks at Smoky Mountain Pizza, and they came up with a plan. This Saturday, at 4:30 p.m., everyone is welcome to come to the restaurant, 415 E. Parkcenter Blvd., and participate in a mass chess game — Luke vs. everyone else. At the same time.

Participation fee is $20, all of which will be given to the American Red Cross Haiti Relief Fund. Register online or call 713-2486.

Vellotti’s Chess Kids have also donated prizes for players.