November Calendar of Events

Nov. 1           Snow Canyon Half Marathon

Nov. 1           Shrek the Musical (final performance), Hurricane Fine Arts Center, 7 pm, $5-8

Nov. 1           Ancestor Square Farmer’s Market, FREE, 8 am to noon

Nov. 1           Concert, Jim Witter’s “Feelin’ Groovy”, Cox Auditorium, 7:30 pm, $20

Nov. 3-9       Plein Air Art, Zion National Park, FREE, all day

Nov. 3-8       Art Aroung the Corner Walk, FREE

Nov. 4           Dixie State University Forum, Dunford Auditorium “The Future of Science”, FREE, noon

Nov. 6-8       Tarzan, Dixie High School, 7:30 pm, $8-$12

Nov. 6-9, 10Les Miserables, Pineview High School, 7:30 pm, $8

Nov. 8-9       Arts & Crafts Boutique, Sunriver Community Center, FREE, 9 am-2 pm

Nov. 8-26     Theatre, “Freedom”, Brigham Play house, 7:30 pm, $17-$23

Nov. 11         Veteren’s Day Celebration, Washington City Veteren’s Park, FREE, 10 am

Nov. 15         Concert, Air Supply, Tuacahn, 7:30 pm, $19.50-$39.50

Nov. 18         Dixie State University Forum Dunford Auditorium, “Fine Art Painting and Sculpture”, FREE, noon

Nov. 20-24  Jubilee of Trees, Dixie Center

Nov. 22         Turkey Trot (5K & 1 mile), Seegmiller Historical Farm, 9:30 am, $5 + 3 cans of food

Nov. 27         The Gobbler Run (10K, 5K, 1 mile), Confluence park, 8:00 am

Nov. 28-29  Christmas Gift Expo, Santa’s Workshop, Dixie Center, FREE, 10 am- 6 pm

Nov 30- Dec 1 Handel’s Messiah, Cox Auditorium, FREE, 7:30 pm

Enjoy of beautiful Southern Utah. 

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Art Around the Corner

One of St. George’s strengths is its continued support of the arts. I recently attended the Dallas Brass concert at Dixie State University where the visiting emcee made the comment that one sign of a vibrant community is one where the arts are supported and enjoyed. We have benefitted from Southern Utah’s continued efforts to support the arts.

The Art Around the Corner Foundation is a non-profit oraganization dedicated to supporting the arts, enriching the community, and bringing firne arts to the heart of historic St. George. Their signature project is the collection of sculptures displayed outdoors in the historic district of St. George. We have enjoyed walking around downtown (especially in the evening just as the sun is setting) and discovering these different treasures. There are all types of sculptures. Our kids have enjoyed discovering them as well.

If you go to Art Around the Corner website, you can find a map that marks the locations of all the sculptures. You can also find a great list of questions that you can use to engage your children in learning about the sculptures.

We also find that we can combine our walk around downtown with a dinner at one of the locally owned restaurants downtown. The kids love Pizza Factory or Pasta Factory; we love Cappeletti’s and Benjas, but those aren’t your only choices. Walk up main street and over into ancestor square. Find your favorite place in Downtown Historic St. George.

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See the Leaves: Cedar Breaks National Monument

Now! Now is the time to go. Don’t delay! Cedar Breaks is beautiful year round (even in the snow if you can get there). But right now the leaves are changing colors, and if you want to see one of the most beautiful spots in Southern Utah for fall colors, Go Now and Go to Cedar Breaks. We are on the  tail end of the Autumn color season.

Cedar Breaks is a national monument that often gets overlooked, even by the locals. It is the park that we pass by on our way to Brian Head, Bryce, Zion or even up to the cabins and recreation area of Duck Creek. I say take the time and make the stop. It’s worth a day trip just being 25 miles up the canyon from Cedar City. Even if it isn’t your ultimate destination, it’s a great side trip.

There are five outlook points; stop at all five. The view is beautiful and subtlely different at each. If you want to hike there are a few trails, but they are more walks than strenuous hikes—still beautiful, though.

If you don’t make it up in time for the fall leaves, be aware that the road (highway 148) closes after the first heavy snow storm and doesn’t re-open until the spring, so plan accordingly.

For more detailed information visit the National Park Site.

Take a picnic, rejuvenate and enjoy the day.

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Staheli Farm: Pumpkin Patch fun

The fall season and Halloween just don’t seem complete without a trip to a pumpkin patch. We have friends in Las Vegas who, in a town with no legitimate pumpkin patches, take their kids to the make-shift patches in commercial parking lots just to let their kids have the chance to experience fall and pick their own pumpkin. It’s tradition, right?

We love our St. George tradition of going out to a fully functioning farm, Staheli Farm in Washington Utah, picking out pumpkins and enjoying an entire evening of activities. The weather now is just starting to get crisp enough in the evenings that you can justify a nice cup of hot chocolate to go along with the activities.

Here are some of the things you can do:

The Corn Maze: Great for all ages.

The Field of Screams: In our experience—not great for younger kids (or weak knee-ed parents)

Pumpkin Patch

Farmland: Games, jumping pillow, petting zoo, pony rides, playground—the little kids can spend hours here

We’ve found it’s a great place to take some family pictures as well. Go enjoy Staheli Farm and check out their website. They have facilities for group activities and other events throughout the year.

Directions: The Farm is located in Washington Fields. 3400 Washington Fields Road, Washington, Utah. Click here for detailed instructions on how to drive there.

(And I have to give them an extra shout out for all that they do for the local elemetary schools. They host classes and classes and classes of elemetary school children who go and learn about what happens on an actual live farm. Thanks for your generosity!)

The area in Washington Fields where Staheli Farm is located is a great place to find a home. Call our team and let us know how we can help you with your real estate needs.

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Pumpkin Carving Contest: Win a Prize

You have to love fall and all that is associated with it: the spice smells, the changing leaves, the crisp air, the beautiful weather. To celebrate the season, we are sponsoring a Pumpkin Carving Contest. Most of us are carving a pumpkin anyway, so why not be rewarded. See the details below.

Post your pictures on our facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/StGeorgeHomeSearch

Have fun. And Happy Carving!

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Huntsman Games: Fun for all ages

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The Huntsman World Senior Games are right around the corner (October 6 – October 18) and as a community, we welcome seniors from all over the world to enjoy our little slice of heaven here in Southern Utah.

The Senior Games have been part of our community since 1987 and have grown in popularity over the years. There are now over 10,000 participants each year and our volunteer force of over 2500 people supports these athletes as they compete.

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As soon as you turn 50, you are eligible to compete in the games. Many of these competitors bring serious game to the competition. A few years ago, I listened to some teenagers talking about watching the badminton competition that was being played at their school. Those teenagers were amazed at how fast and furious the games that they watched were. When you can impress a bunch of teenagers with your badminton skills, you've accomplished the near impossible.

Registration for the 2014 games is now closed but you can still enjoy being a part of the games whether you are post-50 or pre-50. You can simply watch the athletes compete and cheer them forward (click for game schedule). There are still oppportunities to volunteer. You may also enjoy the opening ceremonies or the free concert that is offered. They are open to all, not just the athletes, and it is fun to enjoy the energy that all of the athletes bring to the games.

The opening ceremonies are October 7, 7:00 p.m. at Dixie State University’s Hansen Stadium. They are FREE and everyone is invited. This year NBA great, Thurl Bailey, is the featured guest speaker. He is a fantastic speaker and would be worth your time to listen to.

The Concert and Celebration is October 14, 7:00 p.m. at Dixie State University’s Burns Arena. This concert is also FREE and open to anyone. This year attendees will enjoy a journey back through the 70’s with Jim Witter’s Piano Men. 

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