Archive for the 'Garden Valley Living' Category
Garden Valley Leads Economic Recovery
January 27th, 2009 Categories: Garden Valley Business Scene, Garden Valley Buyers, Garden Valley Living, Garden Valley Real Estate
Sound Ridiculous? Maybe Not!
As if Rip Van Winkle were in charge of the Garden Valley real estate market, prospective buyers have been out cold since September.
That’s all changed in the last month. Agents are busy showing properties, scheduling upcoming visitors and BELIEVE IT OR NOT, writing offers.
It’s true that some shoppers are looking at only distressed properties. That is not the case across the board. Fortunately, Garden Valley has relatively few homes headed for the auction block.
What’s waking everyone up?
- Maybe folks are just tired of having their lives on hold waiting for the national news to change.
- Maybe it’s fallen interest rates that seem to be back on the rise.
- Maybe it’s the fact that buyers have rarely had so much buying power, options and selection.
Or, could it be
- The near completion of the new Garden Valley school.
- The passage of the new Library bond.
- The completion of the bike path from the school to the community park.
- The expansion of a community church.
- The upcoming new facility for the Family Medical Practice.
Garden Valley residents are awake to the idea that the future is bright in our community. Maybe buyers are starting to see it, too!
Rise and Shine! There’s no inversion here! Garden Valley’s future is as bright as a sunny afternoon.
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A Voice From Afar
December 15th, 2008 Categories: Garden Valley Living
Do You See What I See - Garden Valley Idaho
I was listening to my brother, Kieran, on the radio. He does a monthly guest appearance on WUSR Radio at the University of Scranton in Pennsylvania. It was great to hear his voice. He’s so far away…. At Christmas time I miss him more than usual.
He dedicated a song for me on the show. It was my favorite Christmas song. It’s a fun and silly song that I have taught to all the family. It made me laugh while I sang along on the live audio program.
Kieran talked to his audience about Garden Valley. As he described the area it made me realize the everyday joys, the simplicity of life and the winter wonderland that is Garden Valley. Kieran has visited here numerous times. The way he described Idaho, the exuberance in his voice, the knowledge that many of his nor’eastern listeners may be unaware that a place like Garden Valley really exists.
He ended the show by reminding his listeners that during the Holiday Season it is important to remember the real meaning of Christmas and consider those less fortunate than ourselves. So I am offering a special Christmas wish to all who have never seen
“Feet” of snow
Christmas trees cut yourself
No traffic lights
Gravel roads
Deer and Elk
Snow capped mountains
The snow when it sparkles in the moonlight
Everyone waiving as their neighbors drive by
Thanks Kieran for reminding me of the best Christmas gift of all; Garden Valley! Merry Christmas to you, your family and all of you bloggers out there.
And a Happy New Year too!
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Holiday Bazaar In Garden Valley
November 18th, 2008 Categories: City of Crouch, Garden Valley Business Scene, Garden Valley Events, Garden Valley Living, Garden Valley Real Estate
Garden Valley Annual Holiday Bazaar
The Garden Valley Chamber of Commerce Presents the Annual Holiday Bazaar. Held at the Crouch Community Hall, the Holiday Bazaar is not only a great opportunity to start on your Christmas shopping, but a time to kick in the Christmas spirit with friends and neighbors.
Local artisans will be offering their many talented products including, hand knitted items, carvings, quilts, jewelry, paintings, photographs and yummy baked goods, jams, jellys and cakes.
Don’t miss the good cheer, fun and shopping opportunities.
See you Saturday November 29th from 10:00 - 4:00
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Don’t Delay. 12 Easy Winterizing Tips!
October 23rd, 2008 Categories: Garden Valley Living, Garden Valley Real Estate
The temperatures are definitely dropping and the snow is not far behind ( I hope).
Follow these Home Winterizing Tips.
- Everything and anything that is sitting outside must be stored away. Otherwise, make a map of it’s location in case you need to dig it out from under the snow.
- Disconnect hoses from all hose bibs and bury hydrants.
- Blow out sprinklers
- Stack a weeks worth of firewood in close proximity to the house. Keep the bulk of your firewood away from the siding and out from under overhangs of your home. Stacked wood can attract insects and rodents.
- Clean your chimney
- Ask Marsha, at the Trading Post, when she expects her next order of grain scoops.
They are the best shovels for our snow type. Buy one now before the rush. - Mount snow removal attachments on trucks and tractors or contract with a local snow removal service.
- Reverse ceiling fans. They should rotate clockwise for winter.
- Close foundation vents
- Insulate any pipes that may be exposed or that are running through unheated spaces in the house.
- Check batteries in smoke detectors.
- Prune away any tree branches or shrubs that will get in the way of shoveling.
Bonus Tip!
Get out the snow shoes and the sunscreen!
Enjoy the beautiful garden valley winter.
See more on Winter Survival at the University of Idaho Extension Service
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The Softer Side of Garden Valley
October 1st, 2008 Categories: City of Crouch, Garden Valley Business Scene, Garden Valley Events, Garden Valley Living, Garden Valley Real Estate
5th Annual Fiber Fabric Faire
Come to the Community Hall, in Crouch, on Saturday October 4th from 10:00 - 4:00. It’s the annual Fiber and Fabric Faire. Each year the Garden Valley Quilters sponsor this fun event. Here you’ll find, not only some great quilters, but knitters, weavers, spinners and fiber artists of all kinds.
Whether you want to learn about a fiber art, find a warm and fuzzy gift for someone special, watch a craft demonstration, or take a chance to win a hand made quilt, this is an event for you.
I look forward to the Fiber and Fabric Faire each year. The handmade items are truly works of art. The textures, colors and patterns are beautiful and unique. Last year I met several women who raise alpaca, spin the wool and knit the garments. It was great to learn about this homespun, traditional craft.
Aside from treating myself, visiting with neighbors and friends and finding some great gifts, I had a wonderful time.
Don’t forget that, by attending the Faire, you are also contributing to the community. Part of the raffle proceeds go the the Crouch Ambulance fund.
Hope to see you there.
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Oktoberfest in Garden Valley
September 25th, 2008 Categories: Garden Valley Events, Garden Valley Living, Garden Valley Real Estate, Southfork Landing
Saturday, September 27
Visit Garden Valley Idaho
What better time to visit Garden Valley, Idaho than winter, spring, summer and especially fall. The air is cool and crisp, the leaves are turning and their is lots of fun planned for this weekend.
The Garden Valley Parade of Homes will feature open houses on over 20 homes, available for sale in the area. Just stop by the Garden Valley Properties office to pick up a parade route map. There is no charge for the parade. You can visit area homes at your leisure from 10:00 - 4:00.
Southfork Landing plans a fun day with an Oktoberfest. There will be live music, a kids carnival, beer keg races, beer sampling and a dutch oven cooking competition. Visit the Southfork Landing web site for more details.
While in town, take notice that the new K - 12 School is well under way. The ground breaking for the new grocery store was two weeks ago and the dirt is moving. Notice the new businesses and new homes under construction.
It’s true! I’m biased. I don’t think there could be a better place to call home. See you Saturday.
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Garden Valley Park Dedication
August 8th, 2008 Categories: Garden Valley Events, Garden Valley Living, Garden Valley Real Estate
Weilmunster Park to be Dedicated August 15th
The Garden Valley Recreation District has announced the date for the Weilmunster Park dedication. This is an important event in the history of Garden Valley. For years the Garden Valley Recreation District, headed by Jamie Anderson, has worked tirelessly to make the park a reality. They identified the property location and have applied for grants, solicited donations, managed fundraisers, and kept the community involved and informed.
I can’t think of a better location for the park. I especially like the idea that it includes some Middle Fork river frontage. No matter what happens to private and public land along the Middle Fork in the future, our kids will always have a place to play in the river. The addition of the walking path which ties the park to the school property is a huge plus. Although not fully developed yet, the plans for the park will offer ball fields, picnic areas and playgrounds.
The ceremony is planned for Friday, August 15th at 4:00 pm.
Governor Butch Otter plans to attend. The park is a great asset to our community. I plan to attend the ceremony so that I can personally thank all of the Garden Valley Recreation District board members and all of the folks who have made the park possible. See you there!
Current Board Members are:
President Jamie Anderson
Vice President Jeff Bass
Secretary Holly Mortimer
Treasurer Carol Smith
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Garden Valley Parks and Recreation District Benefit
August 1st, 2008 Categories: Garden Valley Events, Garden Valley Living, Garden Valley Real Estate
Music in the Mountains to benefit Garden Valley Parks and Recreation District.
Swing and Sway.
Bring the Kids to Play
Ride the Shuttle
Taste some Wine
Water is free
If you have a bottle
Help develop the Garden Valley park while having a great time with friends and family at the annual, Garden Valley, Music in the Mountains event. I promise the music will be better than my poetry. (I have no idea how I aced that poetry class in college)
In the past several years this event was held in the Garden Valley Park and featured strictly Bluegrass music, the event has been a great time, enjoyed by all. The musicians came from all over and were wonderfully talented. This years event has moved to the South Fork Landing property and the genre has been expanded. 20% of the event proceeds are targeted for the Garden Valley Parks and Recreation District. It should be the usual great time, great music and great company. Southfork Landing has set up a web site for the event. You can find more info at www.gardenvalleymusic.com
Check out the list of sponsors along with the event greenovations. Although it’s not mentioned on the web site, Jamie says you can get tickets at the gate. (door, first tree, guy at the parking lot??. There isn’t actually a gate.)
Hope to see you there.
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Yee Haa Western Days in Garden Valley
July 10th, 2008 Categories: Garden Valley Events, Garden Valley Living, Garden Valley Real Estate, Southfork Landing
Southfork Landing presents Western Day Event in Garden Valley
Don’t miss the fun on Saturday, July 12th!
Southfork Landing will hold a Western Day Event from 11:30 - 5:00
Activities Include:
Wild West Shootout
Cowboy Poetry
Cloggers
Fiddlers
Western Rope Tricks
Live Music by The High Desert Band
Chili Cookoff
Fun for the whole family. See ya there, pardner
Admission is $20.00 per carload
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Independence Day
July 2nd, 2008 Categories: Garden Valley Events, Garden Valley Living, Garden Valley Real Estate
4th of July - Salute The Red, White and Blue
I always look forward to the 4th of July in Garden Valley Idaho. The town’s celebration is ….. hmmm, I’d say robust! There will be no shortage of flags, grilled food, duck races, water guns, parades, uniforms and fireworks. The whole town will come together in one central location to mark the most important anniversary in our countries history ….. and have fun doing it.
Challenge! Meet Me At the Flag Raising.
The Garden Valley 4th of July Calendar of Events starts with a Flag Raising Ceremony at 8:30 am at the Garden Valley Properties office. The scouts raise the flag, General Kane honors us with a few words about the “Stars and Stripes” attendees recite the “Pledge of Allegiance”, and the gifted cast of the Starlight Mountain Theater lead us in the “Star Spangled Banner”. It’s an appropriate start to the day’s events.
I am always pleased to see the same folks attend each year. I am always disappointed to see the same absences each year. I challenge you to start your day with a reflection of what the 4th of July really means. Bring your kids, bring your Moms, Let’s not forget the real meaning of this anniversary.
GOD BLESS THE USA
Garden Valley Idaho US Flag
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