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AUTUMNAL BLISS
As I write this letter, we are experiencing a spectacular fall with warm, beautiful golden days and cool, crisp evenings that are crystal-clear to see the Milky Way. The aspens appear like golden flares high in the mountains, and the Big Wood River has beautiful red leaves flanking its banks. Saying goodbye to fall and welcoming winter is how we roll in our Idaho hamlet. As we switch out the gear and dream about snow, there’s much to do to prepare and enjoy, as the 2024-25 winter season has a great deal in store for Sun Valley, and SVPN Magazine has you covered.
For its October/November/December edition, SVPN is excited to share the Spur Community Foundation’s “It’s In Our Nature” campaign, aiming to raise awareness for the number of nonprofits in our valley and how they all make Sun Valley a special place of giving and caring from a place of operation to community support. Read about how Spur is there for all aspects of giving, philanthropy, and function.
On the news front, SVPN Magazine is excited about the Sun Valley Film Festival with its new dates and there’s a preview of what’s coming this December. As a founding media sponsor, SVPN has the scoop. To add to the news, read about the coming World Cup Final ski races as Sun Valley becomes central to the world of skiing’s most coveted competition in March 2025.
SVPN celebrates entrepreneur and creative genius Nick Harman and his growing Randimals business—it’s quite a fun read! Also, get the inside info on the Sun Valley Playwright’s Residency, which brings some of the most talented writers of our time to the Valley for all of us to enjoy with free events.
Up in Stanley, get to know Tripp Costas, the new owner of the Rod and Gun, Stanley’s oldest drinking establishment. Costas made some improvements, and it’s happening like never before. SVPN also dives deep into fine arts, events, and more with 31 pages on the arts.
In Style Dial, it’s that time of year to enjoy the comforts of home, and for Wellness, read about the importance of sleep, especially for our kids, from St. Luke’s, while CENTERED has some great insight into accelerated healing.
The Sun Valley Restaurant Association Dining Guide pages have some new offerings for the change in season. Take a peek at our Flash section for SVPN ’s homage to Michel Rudigoz of Michel’s Christiania, who celebrated his 80th birthday with some of Sun Valley’s finest.
With many attractive real estate listings of all sizes and shapes, SVPN Magazine keeps a pulse on what’s happening and is gearing up for a winter season like no other. There’s lots to read and browse throughout this issue for the next few months, so enjoy until we return for the coming year. In the meantime, get out and about for fall and always be mindful of others.
Until next time,
Sabina Dana Plasse
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SABINA DANA PLASSE
Editor
Writer, publicist, and avid traveler, Sabina Dana Plasse has spent over 25 years at the keyboard crafting stories as a contributing writer or editor. When not writing, she’s watching and reviewing movies, conjuring up ideas, or enjoying snowboarding, hiking, biking, and sunsets at the beach.
SUSAN KNIGHT
Graphic Designer
Susan Knight is an awardwinning art director and designer with a true passion for magazine design. From art directing and styling photo shoots to problem-solving layouts, her design abilities shine. In addition to her dayto-day work projects, she has taught art classes, designed studio spaces, and enjoys spending time with her family.
RANDI KARABIN
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Randi Karabin is a tenured, award-winning creative director and designer. She specializes in creating and re-imagining publications, print collateral, branding packages, and more, all predominently within the luxury, travel, hospitality, and music industries. Randi’s extensive travels inspire her creativity and vision.
JONATHON SMITH
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Jonathon Smith (or Jonny Fuego, as he’s known to many) is a print media master with over 22 years of experience as an artist and art director working on regional, national, and international marketing campaigns and publications. His interest in the design and photography of the twowheeled culture of bicycles culminated in publishing his first book, Cruisers, in 2009.
JAN SUPER CFO
Jan Super is an expert bookkeeper with more than 12 years of experience. She has provided full bookkeeping services for many clients in the Wood River Valley and has spent many years volunteering for the Hailey and Ketchum/Sun Valley Chambers of Commerce. Jan has lived in the Wood River Valley for more than 20 years and enjoys gardening, fishing, and many of the other outdoor activities the Valley provides.
MAGAZINE CONTRIBUTORS
LORI WILLIAMS is a freelance writer, copy editor, former home educator, and fourthgeneration Idahoan who has lived in Ketchum since 1986. She is an Idaho Writers Guild award-winning poet and a self-published children’s book author. Besides writing, she loves climbing mountains, family road trips, green tea, and this incredible state.
HALSEY PIERCE is a photographer who has worked in LA and NYC but whose roots remain firmly planted in Idaho. Her work has been featured in many publications including The Hype Magazine Network and Town & Country. Halsey is an animal lover and activist, adventure enthusiast, and wannabe farmer.
AURORA WILKINSON is a current student at Montana State University, receiving a degree in Creative Writing. As a Sun Valley native, she has used her love for the Mountain West to generate writing that expresses its nuanced beauty. After graduation, she plans on working in a creative field to help bring awareness to the importance of community living.
PAULETTE PHLIPOT is an IACP award-winning professional photographer. Her fascination with food has provided endless opportunities for her photography to appear in cookbooks, magazines, and advertising campaigns worldwide. She is the cocreator and photographer of the coffee table cookbook Ripe: A Fresh, Colorful Approach to Fruits and Vegetables. When not behind the camera, she is creating nourishing meals for her family.
MARTHA WILLIAMS is a freelance writer who has lived in the Wood River Valley since 2009. A native of Arkansas, she found her home in Idaho after moving out West to work for a summer in Stanley. She has held positions around the Valley and currently can be found at The Community Library in Ketchum when she’s not reading or out on the trails.
ERIN ROBERTS started her career as a newspaper photojournalist, which she credits for her honest and straightforward approach to photography and her willingness to do anything to get the shot. She loves living in Sun Valley with her husband and three dogs.
A Sun Valley native, STEVE DONDERO is passionate about photography and addicted to travel. He’d love to be on constant safari, chasing animals or sunsets where passports are required. Having left the corporate world, he’s now living his dream as a professional nature, portrait, and commercial photographer, with a studio in Ketchum and a gallery in Minneapolis. You can see a small sampling of his work, including over 40 SVPN covers, at stevedondero.com.
DAVID BUTTERFIELD is a filmmaker and writer who got his start with Warren Miller. Adventures in media production include films, TV series, documentaries, commercials, and print articles. He loves hiking, skiing, hunting, fly fishing, and sharing his interest in local history.
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World’s top male and female athletes set to compete
“We are thrilled to welcome back the best skiers from each alpine discipline to the iconic slopes of Sun Valley Resort.”
—Sophie Goldschmidt, President and CEO of U.S. Ski & Snowboard
Sun Valley Resort has officially been named host of the Audi FIS Ski World Cup Finals, March 22-27, 2025, including all four disciplines for men and women, which includes slalom, giant slalom, super-G, and downhill disciplines. FIS granted final ratification to Sun Valley Resort upon completion of the World Cup course and updates to the base area infrastructure. Sun Valley Resort is thrilled to welcome the world’s top athletes to the first-ever Stifel Sun Valley Finals, vying for the overall World Cup title.
“Sun Valley has a long and storied history in ski racing, for many years hosting the revered Harriman Cup, our first FIS World Cup in 1975, and most recently the U.S. Alpine Championships back-to-back,” says Pete Sonntag, Sun Valley Resort GM and VP. “We’re proud of our mountain and believe it will provide a great test of the world’s greatest skiers, but we’re even more proud of our community and how this small western town can rally around an event of this caliber. We’re thrilled for athletes, families, and travelers worldwide to come to experience the best of Sun Valley.”
In a nod to the Union Pacific’s railroad history, Sun Valley Resort has named the race course “Challenger,” as challenger cars were known for their speed and power. The name also honors the resort’s new stateof-the-art Challenger chairlift, which serves some of the resort’s most challenging terrain. This new course promises to be one of North America’s most demanding downhill courses.
“It’s official, the Stifel Sun Valley Finals is confirmed on the FIS Alpine World Cup schedule this season,” says Sophie Goldschmidt, President and CEO of U.S. Ski & Snowboard. “We are thrilled to welcome back
the best skiers from each alpine discipline to the iconic slopes of Sun Valley Resort. We are confident that this event will not only be a success, but will also further show that we have world-class venues right in our backyard.”
Sun Valley will also have a bustling events lineup during the World Cup Finals off the slopes. Enjoy live music after the races daily, explore Ketchum and the 5850 Festival, and catch more entertainment at Festival Meadows in Sun Valley.
Volunteer registration is now open. By volunteering for the Stifel Sun Valley Finals, you are volunteering for the U.S.
Ski & Snowboard (USSS). USSS is a nonprofit organization and the national governing body for skiing and snowboarding in the United States. Its mission is to support athlete training, development, competition, and educational needs. To learn more about volunteer opportunities and to stay tuned for entertainment updates, visit sunvalley.com.
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MARCH
CHRISTIANIA ARCS TOWARDS VICTORY
Michel Rudigoz celebrates 80
Annie Corrock, Michel Rudigoz, Barbie Patterson
by David Butterfield
The famous Christiania has evolved in rhythmic turns with Sun Valley since the advent of the resort in 1936. It was a glamorous gambling club for tycoons and film stars, and after gaming was outlawed in the late 1950s, the restaurant and bar became a favorite of writer Ernest Hemingway and anyone wanting to see and be seen. Following were different owners and attitudes. Style and cuisine changed with the times. For the last 30 years, former ski coach Michel Rudigoz has brought a creative French accent to the elegant restaurant, and a cozy corner called The Olympic Bar displays vintage ski racing photos and mementos.
Below: Olympians and Coaches, Top row: Karen Lancaster-Ghent, Becky Simning, and Pam Fletcher, Middle row: Debbie Armstrong, Maria Maricich, Heidi Preuss, Holly Flanders, Christin Cooper, Abbi Fisher, and Adele Allender-Savaria, Bottom row, John McMurtry, Michel Rudigoz, and John “JA” Atkins
Michel Rudigoz
In July, Michel was honored with a luncheon for his 80th birthday. 1984 Olympic medalist, Christin Cooper, gathered over 60 former racers, coaches, and industry vets to celebrate. Sun Valley Ski Education Foundation alums Holly Dupont, Anne Corrock, Adele Savaria, Lisa Levy, and Heather Daves provided on-site support and a guided hiking adventure. Cooper, Sun Valley Culinary Institute (SVCI) Executive Director Karl Uri, and former racer Katie Morning (current SVCI staffer) conjured a French country spread that stunned even the hard-to-impress honoree.
People shared heartfelt memories and comic anecdotes about their “Favorite Frog,” capped with the presentation of a photo book chronicling Michel’s record-breaking career from junior coach to leader of the most successful U.S. Women’s Ski Team in history.
Michel’s Christiania and Olympic Bar are having a great run.
Clockwise from left: Michel and his wife Ellie Ellis accept the photo book; Lane Monroe; Olympians Pam Fletcher, Christin Cooper, and Debbie Armstrong; Pam Fletcher; Coach John McMurtry recites accomplishments of 1980-1984 women’s teams; Maria Maricich, Karen Lancaster-Ghent; Center Michel Rudigoz
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
October/November/December | 2024
sunvalley.com
OCTOBER 17-19
75th Warren Miller Film Tour
Celebrating 75 years and featuring ten allnew, original segments and a stacked lineup of athletes like snowboarders Shaun White, Zeb Powell, Toby Miller, Danny Davis, and 15-year-old phenom LJ Henriquez, plus skiers
Max Hitzig, Lexi duPont, Caite Zeliff, Aaron Blunck, and many more Sun Valley athletes!
7pm | Tickets available online Sun Valley Opera House
sunvalleyjazz.org
NOVEMBER 16
Pray for Snow Party
Celebrate the start of the 2024-25 winter season and appease the snow gods. Bust out the vintage costumes, good vibes, and dance the snow into existence.
4-8pm
River Run Lodge and Plaza | Ketchum
NOVEMBER 28
THANKSGIVING DAY
Sun Valley Opening Day
Sun Valley Resort
welcomes guests back for its 89th winter season at the River Run Base area of Bald Mountain. Join them in celebrating the start of the 2024-25 winter season!
8:45am-4pm River Run | Ketchum
DECEMBER 7-24
Sun Valley Resort’s Winter Wonderland
Throughout December, the holiday spirit settles over Sun Valley Resort, transforming our Village into a picturesque Winter Wonderland. Join the resort for festive days, filled with the sweet smell of cedar trees and cookies amongst the background of dazzling ceremonial lights.
WOOD RIVER FARMERS MARKET
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Find produce, refreshing drinks, ready-to-eat foods, meat, fish, baked goods, canned specialties, fresh-cut flowers, jewelry, clothing, CBD products, popcorn, and chips, and a few surprises.
OCTOBER 5-19
Hailey Farmers Market
Roberta McKercher Park 858 Third Avenue S. | Hailey 9am-1pm| FREE
OCTOBER 12
Legends Never Die
The Elephant’s Perch is hosting their “Legends Never Die” event in support of the local nonprofit Higher Ground. The event includes a full day of trail running at the trailhead of Oregon Gulch, with one half-marathon and one ultramarathon. The fall colors and mountain views will surely take your breath away!
8:30am | Register online suffer-fest.com
OCTOBER 24
Swiftsure Ranch
Blazing Pumpkins
Hundreds and hundreds of glowing jack o’ lanterns, s’mores by the fire, apple bobbing, face painting, cornhole, live music by Red Light Challenge, dancing, and much more!
5:30-8:30pm
Therapeutic Equestrian Center 114 Calypso Lane | Bellevue swiftsureranch.org
DECEMBER 6-8
Alice in Wonderland
Bring the whole family to this original, inventive, and magical radio play adaptation of Lewis Carroll’s beloved classic. Let the live, immersive soundscape sweep audiences of all ages down the rabbit hole with Alice herself. Tickets are available online.
The Liberty Theater 110 North Main Street | Hailey libertytheatrecompany.org
DECEMBER 7 & 8
Annual Papoose Club Holiday Bazaar
The 2023 Papoose Club Annual Holiday Bazaar will be held on the first full weekend of December at Hemingway Elementary School in Ketchum. It is a juried art show featuring wonderful handmade gifts from more than 70 artists across the Intermountain West.
Saturday | 9am-5pm Sunday | 9:30am-3pm Hemingway Elementary School 111 8th Street West | Ketchum papooseclub.org
Ski hard, party harder.
‘IT’S IN OUR NATURE’ Spur Community Foundation campaigns on generosity
by Sabina Dana Plasse
Although it’s not entirely unusual for a community the size of the Wood River Valley to have close to 100 nonprofits actively serving its population, rarely are they as integral to a community’s life, function, and character as they are in our valley. Fortunately, we have Spur Community Foundation nurturing, providing guidance, and inspiring philanthropy on both sides—people who give and organizations who serve. Spur’s ability to provide information, resources, ideas, advice, and insight about the robust but not always appreciated nonprofit ecosystem that makes our community tick is available to those interested and at the heart of “It’s In Our Nature.”
“Our valley is too small and remote to have naturally come by the world-class amenities and extensive support systems we enjoy. Tremendous generosity from people who love this place makes it all possible,” says Spur Community Foundation Executive Director Sally Gillespie. “Spur seeks to raise awareness of this dynamic because we believe that preserving the tradition of giving back is vital to maintaining our community’s unique character, even as other aspects inevitably grow and change.”
Rotarun offers affordable youth snowsport programming and public skiing throughout winter.
$25M granted locally since Spur’s inception
Founded in 2016, Spur has quietly supported nonprofits in becoming effective and sustainable through free advisory services, leadership training programs, and grants. At the same time, it has worked with numerous donors to support the community in ways that align with their interests and values as well as local needs and opportunities.
Spur guided Valley residents Sandy and Jodi Sanders in their preferences. “What attracted us to Spur was the ability to get information about all Wood River Valley nonprofits in one place. Spur understood our gifting preferences and was able to match them to organizations that had the most immediate need,” they say.
Spur has facilitated $25 million in local giving in only eight years. “We’re proud to say the bulk of this philanthropy has been new dollars flowing out to the community. Growing the amount of charitable donations and inspiring more people to participate are primary objectives for Spur,” says Gillespie.
With encouragement and funding from the Mott Family Foundation, Spur added a new strategy in pursuit of its mission to inspire effective philanthropy by taking on the role of publicist for the nonprofit sector and the generosity that fuels it. Through the “It’s In Our Nature” campaign, launched in July 2024, Spur embarked on a multi-year initiative to celebrate the community’s generosity and inspire people to give back. Spur is telling a broader story about the essential role played by the nonprofit sector, including its impact on the local economy and employment.
Left: The Blaine County Education Foundation supports BCSD students and teachers by funding meals, supplies, and scholarships for children in need.
Below: Wood River Community YMCA focuses on youth development and healthy living for all ages.
“We’re using a variety of channels to grow awareness, including social media, educational events, and a special website designed to be a hub where people can learn about all of our local nonprofits in one place without having to search pages and pages of websites,” says Gillespie. “On the itsinournaturewrv.org website, people can find stats, videos, a searchable directory, and volunteer opportunities provided by the nonprofits. Seeing so many organizations side by side showcases the genuine camaraderie within the sector that is often invisible to the public.”
While the campaign’s initial focus is on what nonprofits contribute to the community, it will expand to highlight what the experience of giving back does for people who participate as donors and volunteers. It celebrates generosity wherever it occurs and elevates people’s thinking beyond a transactional perspective to an authentic appreciation that caring for and giving back to this community is fundamental to being a part of it.
“Many of the nonprofits in the Valley work together to address the needs of our community, as exemplified by the work in mental health, education, and housing,” says Spur Community Foundation Board President Mary Wilson. “‘It’s In Our Nature’ embraces the culture of generosity that defines the Valley. This initiative highlights how our lives are touched daily through the hard work of the nonprofits, their staff, volunteers, and donors.” Wilson adds, “To give where you live is meaningful and inspiring, whether through donations or volunteering. With the ‘It’s In Our Nature’ campaign, Spur provides an easy on-ramp to live generously.”
Spur will be monitoring the impact of the campaign through data on local charitable donations, engagement with events and social media, occasional surveys, and a mix of anecdotal and documented success stories that show local nonprofits are attracting the resources of time, talent, and treasure they need,
10%+ of the Blaine County workforce consistently employed in the nonprofit sector
Our community is powered by an ecosystem of generosity.
Top left: The Community Library’s Winter Read is a community-wide literacy program.
Bottom left: The SummerBridge program hundreds of kids summer education and camp experiences thansk to the Wood River Community YMCA and its six partner organizations.
Above: Project Bigwood works to revitalize the Big Wood River.
$30M paid in salaries and wages to local nonprofit workers
particularly in areas of greatest importance to the community’s well-being. Additionally, an increase in demand for Spur’s donor advisory services will be an indicator that people are persuaded they have a personal responsibility to invest in the community’s future. Spur can provide guidance in finding the best fit for a person’s interests and objectives while also offering services that simplify the giving experience.
“We provide knowledge, relationships, and systems that make it easy to give purposefully and to know you are having an impact,” says Gillespie. “Not everyone needs Spur, but for people who might be here seasonally, are new to the community, give anonymously, or lack the time or inclination to evaluate the many nonprofits, Spur can alleviate the obstacles to giving back.”
Spur’s nonprofit services are extensive. Like a consultant, they advise on all areas of a nonprofit’s operations. They also offer leadership development programs for Executive Directors and
Board Chairs, help find grant opportunities and make grants themselves, and work to create efficiencies in the sector. An example found on the “It’s In Our Nature” website is a volunteer management platform Spur licenses so that local nonprofits can access a comprehensive system for free.
Organizations such as Men’s Second Chance Living, The Space, The Alliance, and Far + Wise have used Spur to build healthy organizations in mindful ways such as board development, fundraising, strategic planning, and best operating practices for each stage of their evolution.
“We help position them for success, which results in the community having strong, capable resources to turn to, whether that be in overcoming addiction, supporting youth in the educational journey, or meeting the needs of the Valley’s workforce and families,” says Gillespie. “Across the sector, nonprofits trust that we have their and the community’s best interests in mind.”
Spur defines the local nonprofit sector as the 501(c) (3) charitable organizations that provide programs and services that are broadly relevant and beneficial to the local community.
Left: Senior Connection provides seniors programs, services, and meals.
Middle: The Space supports 6th-12th graders to find joy and success in their educational experience.
Above: Idaho Basecamp’s Fifth Grade School SleepAway Program teaches outdoor and life skills.
Spur services to donors and nonprofits are generally provided free of charge. It can do this because of its unique business model compared to other community foundations. Rather than charging fees on the money held in donor-advised funds, Spur relies on its board of directors, advisory board members, and voluntary contributions from people who value how they have been helped and how Spur supports nonprofits. “Charging fees on assets would create an incentive contrary to our mission,” explains Gillespie. “We want to see money flow into the community rather than be held back for the sake of funding our operations. So far, this approach is working and engenders trust with donors and nonprofits.”
The ecosystem of generosity in the Wood River Valley plays an outsized role in everyone’s experience here, whether in obvious ways like the arts and human services or less obvious ways like maintaining our trail system and caring for the environment. To the uninformed resident, it’s all done so seamlessly that it’s easy to take for granted. Spur Community Foundation, through its new “It’s In Our Nature” campaign, wants to make sure that’s not the case. By celebrating generosity and highlighting
how many aspects of our community depend upon it, Spur hopes to inspire all community members to participate. It’s an investment in preserving an essential characteristic of the community—one less visible than the natural beauty and physical amenities—namely its personality, where people care about each other, work together for the benefit of something larger than themselves, and form authentic connections regardless of their status or stature.
To learn more about Spur’s “It’s In Our Nature” Wood River Valley campaign, visit itsinournaturewrv.org.
Spur Community Foundation 180 East Avenue | Ketchum 208.450.2600
askus@spurfoundation.org spurfoundation.org
Nonprofit staff from across the Valley gathered for a private screening of Uncharitable, the documentary, as part of the first Giving Thought Learning Series session.
GIVING THOUGHT LEARNING SERIES
SESSION 2 | NOVEMBER 12 Hidden Crisis—Early Childhood Learning and Local Childcare
Learn about the current state and consequences of the limited childcare options in the Wood River Valley. Whether you are a parent, an empty-nester, or a business owner, this topic affects us all. A panel discussion featuring the Blaine County Education Foundation, The Early Childhood Learning Collaborative, and other experts.
5:30-7:30pm | FREE
SESSION 3 | FEBRUARY 12
Bedrock: Immigration’s Role in the Wood River Valley
From the early days of mining and sheepherding, immigrants have been a core population in the Wood River Valley. Comprising more than 25% of our residents and more than 40% of students in our school district, the importance of this population continues to grow, but it remains largely misunderstood. Come hear stories and insights about their experiences, how they thrive, and how they contribute to our community.
5:30-7pm | FREE
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SESSION 4 | MARCH 11 Maintaining Community Bonds Amidst Growth and Change
Join us to explore the intangible aspects of life in the Wood River Valley that foster community. As new development, increased traffic, and population growth challenge our sense of connection with our neighbors, the pace and scale of change can sometimes be unsettling. What are the core elements of community that we can nurture to alleviate distress and enhance our connectedness?
5:30-7pm | FREE
To learn more about upcoming events and Giving Thought Learning Series, visit itsinournaturewrv.org/events.
SVFF WINTER SCREENING SERIES
We’re excited to share a significant milestone in the evolution of the Sun Valley Film Festival (SVFF). In 2025, SVFF will move the annual five-day event from its traditional spring dates to early December, positioning the Festival within the heart of the awards campaign season. This date shift offers SVFF an opportunity to bring the Valley better programming and to be a more visible platform for filmmakers. It also allows us to fully embrace the magical winter setting of Sun Valley—the landscape that inspired the birth of America’s first ski resort.
To celebrate this milestone, we’re thrilled to present the SVFF Winter Screening Series , December 6-8, 2024. This special three-day event will offer a curated preview of films that exemplify the caliber of storytelling you can expect from SVFF in 2025. With screenings timed ahead of Oscar shortlist voting, the Winter Screening Series will showcase standout films and talent in the intimate, accessible style that defines SVFF.
SVFF has always been more than just a festival— it’s where connections are made, stories come to life, and community thrives. Over the past 14 years, with your unwavering support, SVFF has grown from an annual event into a full-time arts organization, delivering year-round programming that enriches both culture and community. Through workshops, screenings, and special events, we’ve expanded our mission to make storytelling and cinema a cornerstone of the Sun Valley experience all year long.
This year’s Winter Screening Series is just the beginning of an exciting journey. So, get ready for what’s to come, and join us in celebrating this new chapter for SVFF! Passes for the Winter Screening Series are limited, so don’t miss your chance to be part of this special event.
See you in December, Teddy and Candice
MAKES PROMISING SHIFTS TO DECEMBER 2025
by Sabina Dana Plasse
What could be more exciting to ignite the 2024-25 holiday season and sun valley winter than the Sun Valley Film Festival (SVFF)? The answer is SVFF’s permanent move to early December beginning in 2025. Seeking to serve as a more timely, “must-stop” advance platform for award-season contenders, the Sun Valley Film Festival will shift its annual five-day celebration of cinema from March/April to the first weekend of December, beginning in 2025.
SUN VALLEY FILM FESTIVAL
To kick off the move and preview the 2025 Festival, SVFF presents a special three-day SVFF Winter Screening Series December 6-8, 2024, to whet the appetite for what’s to come. “When we started in 2012, we scheduled the Festival in the spring to help drive tourism in an otherwise quieter time of the year,” says Executive Director Teddy Grennan. “With the success of our Winter Screening Series and an increasingly crowded festival landscape in the spring, we saw an opportunity to fulfill the desire of the film industry and showcase high-caliber films to thoughtful and influential audiences, including Sun Valley-based guild and AMPAS members, in advance of voting for award season.”
The 13th annual Sun Valley Film Festival took place February 28-March 3, 2024. Festival highlights included Annette Bening and David O. Russell receiving the Vision Award, Ted Hope receiving the Pioneer Award presented by Variety, and Julia Cox receiving the High Scribe Award. The Festival opened with a screening of Ezra , which received the Audience Feature Award, and the film’s star, Bobby Cannavale, received SVFF’s inaugural Best Performance in a Film Award.
Sean Baker, director of the 2024 Cannes Palme d’Or winner
Anora , says, “The Sun Valley Film Festival will always hold a special place for me. They honored me with their Vision Award in 2013,” he says. “Since then, it’s been great to see SVFF grow, and I think their move to December will benefit the film community. The Florida Project screened as part of their early-December Winter Screening Series, which helped spotlight it before the busy holiday screening season. I know a lot of independent filmmakers will appreciate the same opportunity.”
Festival Director Candice Pate adds, “Sun Valley has long been a destination known for its deep Hollywood roots while celebrating our unique location and mountain life, creating a relaxed and fun-loving vibe that has distinguished the Sun Valley Film Festival. By shifting the Festival to the beautiful holiday season in this ski paradise, which is attracting other top events like the World Cup, we can grow the prominence of the Festival and highlight the best of awards season contenders to our sophisticated audience of movie lovers.”
“With the success of our Winter Screening Series and an increasingly crowded festival landscape in the spring, we saw an opportunity to fulfill the desire of the film industry and showcase high-caliber films to thoughtful and influential audiences, including Sun Valley-based guild and AMPAS members, in advance of voting for award season.”
—Teddy Grennan
To transition from spring to winter for the annual Sun Valley Film Festival, SVFF will move its Winter Screening Series this year to the beginning of the month, December 6-7, 2024, just before Academy Award shortlist voting starts on December 9, seeking to elevate the caliber of films and talent showcased. At last year’s Winter Screening Series, SVFF screened the Oscarnominated The Color Purple and Ridley Scott’s Napoleon, with a filmmaker Q&A in January. Previous winter screenings have included such films as National Geographic Documentary Film’s Free Solo, which went on to win the 2019 Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature.
Chris Albert, former head of marketing and communications for Nat Geo, says, “The Sun Valley Film Festival has been a true partner for over a decade. Their audience is the perfect mix of press, influencers, and AMPAS voters in a setting that puts film and film lovers first. Each of the four Nat Geonominated Oscar documentary campaigns I oversaw screened at Sun Valley, and honestly, I consider them a good luck charm! With this date change, I would add Sun Valley as a must-stop for awards contenders.”
The organization will continue its highly successful Monthly Movies series for local audiences and other year-round programs and workshops such as SVJr Film, Shop Talks, and the Screenwriter Lab Residency.
Passes and tickets to the 2024 Winter Screening Series, with multiple tiers of access, are on sale. Previous Festival patrons and pass holders will receive an early bird opportunity to purchase. For additional information, visit sunvalleyfilmfestival.org.
WINTER SCREENING SERIES
SCHEDULE
The SVFF Winter Screening Series returns just ahead of Academy Award® shortlist voting. Ushering in a new era, this event marks the Sun Valley Film Festival’s official transition from its spring dates, setting the stage for a 2025 winter debut. With a history of previewing acclaimed films that go on to earn Oscar® nominations and wins, the 2024 Winter Screening Series continues this tradition with special screenings and additional signature SVFF events. All events at The Argyros.
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 6
4-7:30PM
The Greenroom
A welcoming lounge exclusively for filmmakers, guests, and Patron and Series Passholders. The Greenroom offers a relaxed space to unwind and connect, featuring craft cocktails, light snacks, and a fully stocked bar. Whether for casual hangouts, receptions, or intimate gatherings, it’s the perfect spot to enjoy the atmosphere.
4PM
Opening Reception
Kick off the Winter Screening Series in style with an exclusive pre-screening reception at the Greenroom. Join fellow film lovers, industry professionals, and special guests as we celebrate the start of this exciting event. Open to Patron and Series Passholders, this reception offers the perfect opportunity to mingle and set the tone for a memorable weekend of screenings and discussions.
5PM
Opening Film and Filmmaker Q&A
Join us for a screening of a highly anticipated, critically acclaimed film, followed by an engaging conversation with the filmmakers. A unique opportunity to gain insights into the creative process behind one of the year’s standout films.
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 7
9AM-7PM
10AM
Coffee Talk
Join us for one of SVFF’s most anticipated events, where top-tier talent from the film industry shares their personal stories, creative journeys, and insights into the world of filmmaking. This intimate conversation offers a unique opportunity to hear directly from some of the most respected and influential figures shaping the future of cinema.
1PM
Behind the Lens
Join us for an exclusive conversation with film industry professionals who work behind the camera, sharing their experiences and challenges in crafting the details that bring stories to life. These experts will offer insights into the often unseen but essential aspects of filmmaking, giving attendees a rare look at the creative and technical processes that shape some of the most celebrated films of the year.
4PM
Saturday Reception
Join us in the Greenroom for a relaxed and intimate gathering before the evening’s screening. Sip on expertly crafted cocktails, savor delicious bites, and engage in lively conversation with filmmakers, guests, and fellow passholders. Open to Patrons and Screening Passholders, it’s the perfect setting to unwind and set the tone for an exciting night ahead.
5PM
Film and Filmmaker Q&A
Join us for the screening of another highly anticipated film, followed by an engaging Q&A session with the filmmakers. This intimate discussion provides a rare opportunity to delve into the creative process and hear firsthand about the challenges and inspirations behind one of the year’s standout films.
8PM
Winter Screening Series Dinner
Patron Passholders, filmmakers, and special guests are gather for an unforgettable evening of fine dining and conversation. This exclusive dinner offers a unique opportunity to connect with the storytellers behind the films, sharing in the creativity and camaraderie that define the Winter Screening Series. A night to celebrate film, storytelling, and the connections that bring it all to life.
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 8
10AM
Coffee Talk
SVFF’s signature event brings together top industry insiders for a lively and candid conversation over coffee. Hear firsthand accounts of the ups and downs of show business as they share personal stories, insights, and experiences. This intimate discussion offers a rare glimpse into the behindthe-scenes world of filmmaking and storytelling, making it a must-attend event for film lovers and insiders alike.
11AM-1PM
Bloody Mary Wrap Party
Enjoy signature Bloody Marys, light bites, and relaxed conversation as we come together to celebrate the weekend’s films and connections. Open to Patron and Series Passholders.
2PM
Sunday Film and Filmmaker Q&A
The final screening of the Winter Screening Series will begin with the winning short film from the SVJR Winter Screening competition, followed by a highly anticipated feature film. After the screening, stay for an engaging Q&A with the filmmakers, offering a unique opportunity to explore the creative journey behind the film. A fitting conclusion to an extraordinary weekend of cinema and conversation.
SERIES PASSES & BENEFITS
PATRON PASS | $1,500
ACCESS & BENEFITS:
Priority to all films and events
Exclusive invitation to the private Saturday Winter Screening Dinner
Invitation to the Bloody Mary Wrap Party on Sunday
Green Room Lounge Access: A relaxed, exclusive space offering special guest mingling, pre-event receptions, snacks, and a full bar throughout the Festival
Custom Patron gift
Patron Level Membership to SVFF, offering yearround benefits including Monthly Movie access, invitations to Patron private events, and exclusive early access to Festival pass purchase
Includes a charitable contribution amount of $1,200. Your support helps fund the Festival’s yearround programming and educational initiatives.
EVENTS INCLUDE:
DECEMBER 6
Opening Film Cocktail Reception, Opening Film, and Filmmaker Discussion
DECEMBER 7
Coffee Talk, Behind the Lens, Film + Q&A, and Winter Screening Private Dinner
DECEMBER 8
Coffee Talk, Film + Q&A, and Bloody Mary Wrap Party
WINTER SCREENING SERIES PASS | $300
ACCESS & BENEFITS:
Level two access to all public films and events
Green Room Lounge Access: A relaxed, exclusive space offering special guest mingling, pre-event receptions, snacks, and a full bar throughout the Festival
Includes a charitable contribution amount of $150. Your support helps fund the Festival’s year-round programming and educational initiatives
EVENTS INCLUDE:
DECEMBER 6
Opening Film Cocktail Reception, Opening Film, and Filmmaker Discussion
DECEMBER 7
Coffee Talk, Behind the Lens, and Film + Q&A
DECEMBER 8
Coffee Talk, Film + Q&A, and Bloody Mary Wrap Party
WINTER SCREENING FILM PASS | $300
ACCESS & BENEFITS:
Level three access to public films, talks, and panels
EVENTS INCLUDE:
DECEMBER 6
Opening Film and Filmmaker Discussion
DECEMBER 7
Coffee Talk, Behind the Lens, and Film + Q&A
DECEMBER 8
Coffee Talk, Film + Q&A, and Bloody Mary Wrap Party
R ANDIMALS
Different making a difference
by Lori Williams
Never underestimate the creativity generated in the dim recesses of the Cellar Pub. It’s where the brilliant entrepreneur and Ketchum April Fools aficionado Nick Harman, who defers to the title ‘crazy,’ resurrects his best imaginativeness. And to date, that would be Randimals, combination animal toys with a simple message, that What Makes Us Different, Makes All the Difference in the World. From sketches on napkins and a little inspiration from the personality of a Basset Labrador mix named Ollie, a crazy idea has turned the plushy world upside-down and generated two children’s books with a beautiful story and inspiring message.
Randimals are made up of two different animals, which means they are a unique blend of personalities, characteristics, instincts, and skills. There’s Hork, part great white shark and horse, Girtle, part giraffe and turtle, and Framel, part frog and camel, to name a few. At the heart of Randimals lies a celebration of individuality, embracing the unique and special qualities each of us can offer to the world. The collection consists of plushies, figurines, and Randiminis.
“We wanted to create something that was more than a toy, and this message that ties in with the books resonates with kids and parents alike,” says Harman. Utilizing Upwork, an American freelance platform, Harman and his business partner, Casey Finegan, found talent from around the world—a graphic designer in Nepal, an illustrator in Armenia, a web developer in Pakistan, and a social media specialist in Columbia—with the actual manufacturing done overseas, which became in itself a team of wonderfully different people.
Randimals are made up of two different animals, which means they are a unique blend of personalities, characteristics, instincts, and skills.
The downtime created by the pandemic was a silver lining for Harman, the front-of-house director at The Argyros, and creativity burst with the birth of three companies all at the same time. The Bandsanitizer Novel Corona Kit was sold online and in stores. And I’m like... was a fun educational game to help bring attention to when we use unnecessary words or phrases, which sold to Toastmasters. Randimals is a success story now poised to launch in the UK and Germany. Ripley Entertainment Inc. found Randimals on TikTok and carries them in their Ripley’s Believe It or Not! and Ripley’s Aquarium Attractions. Amazon recognized Randimals as one of the 50 most exciting new small businesses. A company in Los Angeles has approached them with the possibility of doing a television series, and Ketchum’s Community Library
chose Harman out of 25 entries to do a Randimals presentation as a local Author Showcase. Special recognition awards have followed the success.
Harman’s accompanying children’s book, The Randimals, is the fictional origin story that sets up the message. In the book, Ollie the dog chews up all the little girl’s toys, but she finds a way to put them back together again. They come alive and go to a toy store where the other toys make fun of them. Then Ellarilla, part elephant and gorilla, teaches them the valuable lesson that differences are a superpower. The second book, I’m All Randimal , details the personalities and characteristics of each Randimal and also features the people from around the world who helped with the project.
“I see so much potential in the Randimals story and message. It’s not just specifics visually. We are all just different.”
—Nick Harman
“If you know the movie Toy Story, then you’ll recall the little boy next door, Sid, who was always destroying his toys,” explains Harman. “In my opinion, Sid was misunderstood and always demonized, but I thought he had potential as a creative genius and probably went on to start an ad company in New York. My wife’s daughter, Chyna, suggested that Sid needed a redemption story and that ended up being the inspiration for the The Randimals book. I keep waiting to hear back from Pixar with an offshoot franchise,” Harman says with a laugh, but seriously.
As can be imagined, the possibilities for different Randimals are endless. A page on the Randimals website allows kids to create their own. Hundreds of ideas are received every week, and the best are uploaded to the site, with one chosen each year for a new Randimal. “Last year, we chose Girtle, the giraffe and turtle, designed by an eight-year-old boy in Chicago,” says Harman. “We have a couple of new ones in the pipeline that we hope to launch before Christmas.”
Harman says that some adults initially thought Randimals were a bit weird at first glance. But three years on and adults are a huge part of the Randimals business. The kidult market is one of the biggest trends in the toy industry. “But kids see through differences,” Harman explains. “They embrace them. They don’t see race or culture, they just see awesome!” I see so much potential in the Randimals story and message. We are all different and as we like to say—What makes us different, makes all the difference in the world.”
Randimals and the two books can be found locally at Madeline + Oliver in Ketchum and Iconoclast in Hailey. randimals.com
SUN VALLE Y PL AY WRIGHT’S RESIDENCY Bridging community and creativity
by Aurora Wilkinson
Sun Valley is an outdoor paradise, and between the mountainous valleys and flowing rivers, this town offers an ideal creative landscape. It didn’t take long for the new play producer and dramaturg John Baker to recognize the artistic legacy and potential of the Wood River Valley. In 2020, while many were closing their circles, John decided to expand his by laying the foundation for an innovative new nonprofit in Sun Valley.
Sun Valley Playwright’s Residency (SVPR) was born from a shared passion for new plays and a vision to construct a unique creative space in the valley. Baker had long dreamed of establishing an organization to inspire and support playwrights while fostering a deep connection with the local community. In 2020, he found his partner in Idahobased producer Jonathan Kane, who shared his vision. Together, they launched SVPR in partnership with two cultural pillars in the community, The Argyros and The Community Library.
Martyna Majok and Caitlin Sullivan in conversation with John Baker at The Bailey Family Studio in 2023
SVPR provides playwrights with the time, space, and resources to create while building local connections through events that bring the local community into the creative process. Each year, a playwright is chosen to develop a new work, beginning with a month-long residency at The Community Library’s historic Hemingway House. Following this immersive stay, the playwright continues their work at home with ongoing support from SVPR. They return the following fall to workshop the play in Idaho and share their work in a free public reading.
“We’re all about nurturing new relationships between theatremakers and the Wood River Valley and fueling the national theatre scene with great new plays,” Baker explains. “We’re truly grateful and humbled by how the local community has fully embraced the Playwright’s Residency, and we’re proud to be thriving.”
With the recent closures of renowned playwright spaces, such as The Lark in New York City and the Sundance Theater Program, Baker saw a vital need to create a space where storytelling and artistic exploration could thrive. SVPR distinguishes itself by acting as “an artist retreat, commissioning program, and new play development lab all wrapped into one,” explains Baker.
From left: Obie winner David Cale sharing his new play Blue Cowboy at The Argyros in 2022; Local actor Aly Wepplo and Tony Award nominee Marin Ireland in rehearsal for Pulitzer Prize Winner Martyna Majok’s new play at The Argyros; MacArthur “Genius” Samuel D. Hunter at the SVPR’s screening of The Whale; Sun Valley Playwright’s Residency 2021 kickoff event at the historic Hemingway House
Playwrights can create a meaningful, reciprocal relationship with the local community through this multifaceted approach.
Over the past few years, SVPR’s educational programming has expanded to include playwriting workshops for local high school students and the general public. Last year, Pulitzer finalist and 2023-2024 Resident Playwright Rajiv Joseph led a workshop for students at The Community School, and this year, SVPR plans to expand its reach to more schools and offer additional free public workshops.
This year marks an exciting period of growth in other ways as SVPR partners with Boise Contemporary Theater and Boise State University’s Department of Theater, Film, and Creative Writing to workshop Rajiv Joseph’s new 12-character play, Horoscope, which will have free readings in Boise and Ketchum. Widening its reach, SVPR strives to adapt to the ever-growing and changing needs of the communities it serves, offering substantial support to a wide range of creatives.
October offers an exciting lineup as SVPR will host a series of free readings, workshops, and conversations. These events feature a dynamic group of celebrated playwrights, including MacArthur
“We’re
all about fostering new relationships between theatremakers and the Wood River Valley and fueling the national theatre scene with great new plays.”
—John Baker
“We’re truly grateful and humbled by all how the local community has fully embraced the Playwright’s Residency, and we’re proud to be thriving.”
—John Baker
“Genius” Samuel D. Hunter, Pulitzer finalists Rajiv Joseph and Sarah DeLappe, and its newest Resident Playwright, Max Posner. The Playwright’s Residency will present readings of existing and in-progress works, allowing local audiences to witness the creative process and engage with renowned artists.
As the Sun Valley Playwright’s Residency continues to grow, it is clear that this unique nonprofit has found a true home in the Valley, bridging the gap between local audiences and national theatre talent. With an exciting roster of events this October, SVPR invites everyone, from seasoned theatre enthusiasts to curious newcomers, to come and experience the magic of live storytelling in a setting that celebrates creativity and community.
To learn more about these free events, view a full schedule, and reserve your spot, visit SVPR online at sunvalleyplaywrights.org.
Obie winner David Cale and Tony nominee Les Waters ahead of a workshop of Cale’s Blue Cowboy in Ketchum in 2022
SUN VALLEY PLAYWRIGHT’S RESIDENCY EVENTS
OCTOBER 2
An Evening with Max Posner
Heideman Award recipient, Lortel Award nominee, and 2024-2025 SVPR Resident Playwright Max Posner will talk with Aly Wepplo, The Community Library’s Collection Manager, about his process of writing for stage and screen before taking questions from the audience.
5:30pm | FREE
The Community Library 415 Spruce Avenue | Ketchum
OCTOBER 7
Conversation and Reading with Samuel D. Hunter and Max Posner
MacArthur “Genius” Samuel D. Hunter (The Whale) leads a conversation with 2024-2025 SVPR Resident Playwright Max Posner followed by a reading of Posner’s hit Off Broadway play, The Treasurer, featuring Wood River Valley-based David Janeski, Colorado Theatre Guild’s Lifetime Achievement Award winner Billie McBride (Torch Song Trilogy), Shonda Royall, and Obie Award winner and Tony Award nominee Jeremy Shamos (Stephen Sondheim’s last musical Here We Are).
7pm | FREE
The Argyros Bailey Family Studio 120 Main Street | Ketchum
OCTOBER 12
Monologue Writing Workshop
Join us for a monologue writing workshop led by 20242025 Resident Playwright Max Posner and Pulitzer Prize finalist Sarah DeLappe, who wrote the screenplay for the A24-produced horror-comedy Bodies Bodies Bodies and whose play The Wolves has been produced worldwide over 300 times.
2pm | FREE
The Community Library 415 Spruce Avenue | Ketchum
OCTOBER 24
Horoscope: A Reading of a New Play-in-Process
The evening begins with a conversation with Pulitzer Prize finalist, two-time Obie Award winner, and 20232024 Resident Playwright Rajiv Joseph, followed by a reading of his new play, Horoscope. Twelve characters, twelve scenes, twelve months of the year: Horoscope centers on a group of twenty-somethings searching for meaning beyond their current orbit. The reading features Theatre Arts majors from Boise State University.
7pm | FREE
Boise Contemporary Theater 854 West Fulton Street | Boise
OCTOBER 25
Horoscope:
A Reading of a New Play-in-Process
The Argyros Tierney Theatre 7pm | FREE 120 Main Street | Ketchum
WE OUT HERE
Stanley’s Rod and Gun Club
by Lori Williams
Legend says the original owner of Stanley’s Rod and Gun Club, est. 1931, came to town running from the law. After the bar was up and running, supposedly, he lost it in a cribbage game. Since then, the establishment has been burned down twice, famously “stomped” in, and brawled up more than that. Music played seven days a week, and Nashville greats graced the stage—the likes of Tennessee Ernie Ford, Jim Nabors, and the Braun boys’ bands. Last owned by the Kirch family for over 50 years, Stanley’s oldest watering hole has stood the test of history, and now, 93 years later, the iconic saloon embraces its new proprietor, Tripp Costas, who’s eager to usher the Stanley institution into its next century.
“One of the best compliments I’ve received, though, from multiple people is they’ve noticed the lack of cell phones in the space at any given time. Everyone is talking with each other, laughing, and meeting new folks.”
—Tripp Costas
It was 2015 when Costas first laid eyes on Stanley. In his vintage Beechcraft, he’d flown from Tennessee to Cascade to visit friends. While there, they encouraged him to check out this little town with an incredible bakery you can walk to from the end of the airstrip. “When I landed, I was blown away by the mountains,” says Costas. “I felt a really good vibe and energy about the place and kept coming back year after year trying to have a bad time, and I couldn’t.”
Costas, who hails from Nashville, has a background in the hospitality, manufacturing, and development side of hotel brand standards. Costas himself was running—from status quo to satisfied, and hopes his philosophy manifests itself through the bar’s operation. “I find satisfaction through physical activity or being in the mountains, hiking, biking, or skiing; just undertaking something completely unreasonable,” he says. “This bar was a bit of that, but also an opportunity for me to have closer access to those things that give me a lot of joy and fulfillment. It’s been a lot of fun, and my entire focus is on this place and doing this thing. I’m out here. I get to wake up every day to a beautiful view of the mountains, and am learning how to run a bar and have fun in the meantime.”
Costas has every intention of preserving the Rod and Gun Club legend. “I’ve not felt like an outsider from the moment I put my foot on the ground,” he says. “I anticipated some of that, but I also committed to the Kirch family and the town to preserve and protect Stanley’s institution. Everyone has been so supportive.”
Upgrades and improvements have included renovations to the building to better equip it for winter operations. Everything from electrical to plumbing to painting to restoring the rock fireplace and ensuring the historical bar, in its original space, is ready for the next 100 years, including new equipment. The interior was transformed into cozy ski cabin vibes with vintage and nostalgic décor that lean into the area’s history. The shuffleboard and two pool tables remain, dart lanes were added, and leather sofas were brought in for a comfortable lounge space.
“It may be an ugly bar on the outside, but I think there’s an element of surprise when you walk in and see what we’ve done,” says Costas. “Imagine the Ketchum Casino and Galena Lodge were having a love child—that’s kind of what we’re going for.”
“Imagine the Ketchum Casino and Galena Lodge were having a love child—that’s kind of what we’re going for.”
—Tripp Costas
Beyond the immediate improvements, Costas is interested in practical use of his .3-acre lot. The Rod and Gun Club structure is almost 6,000 square feet, with a significant backyard. He believes there is future opportunity for intelligently designed small living units there and throughout Stanley to thoughtfully address the existing housing shortage.
“It’s an idea to build something that would create affordability for folks who have yearned to own a piece of Stanley, who’ve maybe been in the service industry for decades and struggled to find permanent housing,” he says. “That’s a project for a couple of years down the road, but I believe strongly there is a demand and space in this town, and that’s where my background would be of help.”
But for now, the town bar is back in business, and the welcome mat is out for comfortable hospitality that goes beyond serving a well-executed drink, the likes of which have surprised patrons upon finding a martini on the menu modeled after the famous “freezer martini” from Duke’s Hotel in London. Contrast that with Costas’s “Dumb Ideas” menu, which is headlined by the “Dirtbag:” a frosty mug of Hamm’s draft beer and a shot of whiskey or tequila for $8.
“We truly offer something for everyone,” Costa says. “One of the best compliments I’ve received, though, from multiple people is they’ve noticed the lack of cell phones in the space at any given time. Everyone is talking with each other, laughing, and meeting new folks. I’m a big fan of that and ensuring every visitor leaves feeling like they have experienced a little piece of the locals’ town. But the bigger compliment is having locals continue to come back.” That’s a good sign for a bar whose glory days included one on the front door reading, ‘check your gun and knife at the door.’
therodandgun.com
ROD AND GUN HISTORY
Mary Alice Kirch purchased the Rod and Gun Club & Café in 1971 from Glen and Nel Brewer. Her son Jack, aka Casanova Jack, a Nashville entertainer in the ‘50s and ‘60s, ran the bar until his passing in 1990, when his brother, Johnny Ray, and wife Eve, took over ownership. Jack entertained at the bar seven nights a week, and he and Johnny Ray wrote many songs about the area and the famous river guides of the ’70s, which are featured on his album, recorded at Faron Young Studios in Nashville.
Experience a harmonious blend of nature and architecture and a secure sanctuary for those who live in it. This iconic 4-bedroom, 5.5-bath residence crafted from Corten steel and Oakley stone is seamlessly integrated with its spectacular natural setting. Situated on 4.72 acres beneath a stunning mountain backdrop, it offers 360-degree vistas of downtown, city lights, our foothills, and distant ranges This architectural treasure features retractable glass walls, warm white oak paired with heated limestone floors, and soaring ceilings The connoisseur’s kitchen, ensuite bedrooms, executive office, movie theatre, gym, and detached shop/ADU fulfill every desire. Enjoy quite moments or entertaining in serene outdoor spaces. Equipped with energy efficient solar, a private well, and low maintenance landscaping, this immaculate home embraces beauty, efficiency and sustainability. Just 20 minutes from downtown Boise, Bogus Basin Mountain Resort, and top-rated schools, this is a rare transformative lifestyle opportunity!
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This elegant sunlit sanctuary is perched majestically atop Knob Hill, only a stone’s throw from the heart of Ketchum with dramatic views of Baldy. Defined by its expansive living spaces, natural light, state-of-the-art Chef’s kitchen, ultimate wine cellar, and lavish primary suite, this home offers tranquil outdoor living spaces and ample space to host family and guests. Schedule your private tour today and experience the epitome of luxury living.
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Downtown Ketchum Investment - 680 N 2nd Avenue
Wonderful 2-Story office building on a corner lot in downtown Ketchum. Featuring a large kitchen/breakroom, 12 private offices, reception, 2-car garage, plus basement. Property is located in the CC Zone (Subdistrict 2), allowing for a myriad of commercial uses, including office, personal service, retail, multifamily, & many others. Remodeled in 2014, and ready for a user/tenant! Call office for offering package!
A one of a kind, must-see property unlike any other in the greater Sun Valley area! Located in Bitterroot behind the Horseman’s Center, this end of the cul de sac compound offers complete privacy and is less than a mile from Sun Valley and Ketchum.
Entire property is situated on Trail Creek and every main floor room opens to a flowered patio on the creek. Main house contains lower primary wing with 2 off ices, 2 separate walkin closets and bathrooms, sauna, steam shower and heated towel bars. Gourmet kitchen, 1000-bottle wine cellar, and caretakers apartment with separate entrance. Three car attached garage.
In addition, there is a 2,606 SF guest house, 2-car attached garage, potting shed and designer chicken coop. Landscape is magazine worthy. House to be sold turn-key.
Offered at $17,250,000
Fifth & Main.
• Condominium 201: 3+ BD, 3.5 BA, 2816 SF
Four new luxury condominiums in the heart of downtown Ketchum, each celebrating and drawing their inspiration from our iconic mountain town.
Developed by award-winning Wilson Construction, these units combine timeless architecture with modern enhancements and unsurpassed attention to detail.
“The idea was to create a structure from the ground up that would be a home to the family we were raising as well as the base for the business we started known as Davies Reid; an accumulation of treasures collected, created and shared with others." Terry Reid
The Davies Reid building is an iconic mixed-use building designed on multiple levels in the heart of Ketchum
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Located at the epicenter of all things “Ketchum/Sun Valley”, Fourth + Main offers and encourages an easy, pedestrian friendly lifestyle and creates a personal sanctuary amidst the breathtaking landscapes of Ketchum/Sun Valley, Idaho. Fourth + Main is Ketchum’s newest luxury residential mixeduse development. Situated in the heart of downtown Ketchum yet offering unobstructed Baldy views. Each residence boasts unique, very thoughtfully designed indoor and outdoor living spaces, abundant natural light, exquisite finishes and commanding views of the surrounding mountainscapes. Come explore and enjoy the best that life has to offer in Ketchum/Sun Valley from your centrally located oasis at Fourth + Main. There are only five residences available, so secure yours now and have the ability to choose between two distinctive finish packages.
Triumph Ranch Subdivision
PENDING FINAL PLAT RECORDING
This 280-acre subdivision on the confluence of Hyndman Creek and the East Fork of the Big Wood River offers nine expansive lots that blend seamlessly with the picturesque rural landscape. Twelve miles from the base of the historic skiing on Bald Mountain and Sun Valley amenities, the property highlights views of the Pioneer Mountains that rival any world-class mountain setting.
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STYLE DIAL
Fall nesting is in motion for Style Dial picks in the October/November/ December SVPN Magazine. Looking around the inside of our homes can lead to some exciting changes, especially when it comes to bathroom tile and design or for creating the best space in one’s kitchen that begs comfort and gathering. And who doesn’t love a new rug to change up a space! Sun Valley designers and decor aficionados have what you need for our favorite change of season from fall to winter.
CENTERSTAGE KITCHEN
“The traditional kitchen island, reimagined,” says Marina Broschofsky, owner of Red Door Home + Design.
“This large oval piece has four drawers and a bottom shelf, bringing bonus storage to the kitchen, while the other side remains open to accommodate stools. Antique bronze-finished hardware complements the spiced oak.”
BATHROOM MODERN
“In this guest bathroom, the vertical installation of wood-look tile combined with matte black fixtures adds a huge dose of personality,” says Redeux Decor owner Heather McGregor. “The black accents in the shower niche and the door hardware correspond beautifully with the hexagon tile. A great place to start the day if we do say so ourselves!”
Redeux Decor
9 East Bullion Street | Hailey 208.721.1380 | redeuxdecor.com
ALL TILED UP
“When a client asks for fantastic tile, they are speaking our love-language,” says Allison Connolly, owner of Allison Paige Interior Design. “It is not an inexpensive element but always packs a design punch. In this project, we were tasked with a different feel for each of the guest rooms and adjoining baths and we weren’t sad.”
208.309.0789
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Allison Paige Interior Design
A RUG FOR ALL
“Quality is everything in a rug,” says Terry Reid of Davies-Reid. “At Davies-Reid, you feel a rug to see what it is, which we encourage at Davies-Reid. Come by and see our vast collection and enjoy the beauty of what a real rug looks and feels like—and you can try it out at home!”
Davies-Reid
131 1st Avenue North | Ketchum 208.726.3453
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THE IMPORTANCE OF HEALTHY SLEEP FOR TEENS
Lack of sleep impacts all, especially youth
by St. Luke’s Center for Community Health
The St. Luke’s Center for Community Health team in Blaine County has been working hard to improve awareness and mental health access within our community. We’ve partnered with the Blaine County School District and Communities for Youth to assess the needs of our local youth and address contributing factors to poor mental health—including lack of sleep and forming social connections, two topics our youth singled out as areas of concern.
When young people (and even adults) do not get enough sleep, their mental health and well-being can suffer. Not getting enough sleep can affect a teenager’s mood, but also things like their ability to concentrate in class, their athletic performance, and even things like how safely they drive. The amount of sleep recommended for an individual depends on their age.
There are many reasons teens do not or cannot get enough sleep. Packed schedules, stress, not having a comfortable or safe environment to sleep in, and even things like putting off sleep or not prioritizing sleep for activities like screen time can all contribute.
TIPS
FOR
INCREASING
THE AMOUNT OF SLEEP TEENS GET
LEARN ABOUT AND MODEL
‘SLEEP HYGIENE’ PRACTICES
Setting regular times for bed and keeping a consistent wind-down routine helps people fall asleep more easily.
Avoid using electronic devices (e.g. phones, TVs, video game consoles) within 30 minutes of trying to sleep. The light from a screen is the key sleep disruptor here. Using a phone app for music, podcasts, or meditation if the screen is off can be helpful for some people.
Create a comfortable sleeping environment. The best sleeping areas are dark, quiet, and cooler than 75 degrees.
Avoid caffeinated drinks in the afternoon or evening, and beware of sneaky caffeine in juice and sports drinks or powders. Watch out for sleep myths! “Catching up” on sleep over the weekend or a holiday doesn’t work. A consistent schedule is more beneficial for teenagers to get the right amount of sleep.
START YOUTH ACTIVITIES LATER OR END EARLIER
Structure youth activities to start later in the morning or end earlier at night to prioritize the time youth spend sleeping.
REPLACE EVEN SHORT ACTIVITIES WITH SLEEP
Every bit of sleep we can get back into youth’s lives is helpful. Try replacing 15 minutes of screen time (e.g. phone, TV, video games) with sleep.
HEALTHY SLEEP
Sarah Seppa, Director of Community Health & Engagement for SLWR’s Center for Community Health, discusses the next steps, “Together, the Blaine County initiative is keeping the attention on building the best possible community for kids. Numerous steps and efforts are underway to help address these issues. For example, teachers changed how homework assignments were posted, making them due at 9pm instead of midnight, to help students who may procrastinate get their homework done and get to bed. We are also excited to bring Dr. Kyle Davis, a licensed clinical psychologist from Boise with over ten years of experience, to a free presentation at the Community Campus to discuss healthy sleep throughout our lives. We will work to share what we learn about how sleep patterns change as we age, with a focus on teens, the relationship between sleep and mental health, and when to seek help regarding sleep issues.”
To learn more about Communities for Youth, visit communitiesforyouth.org/blainecounty.
YOUTH SLEEP HOURS
The following graphs are based on answers provided by Blaine County middle and high school students. With the consent of parents and guardians, a significant portion of the student body participated in the survey, providing valuable insights into their well-being and needs.
Percentage of Students Getting Less Than 8 Hours of Sleep
Percentage of Students Getting 8+ Hours of Sleep by Level of Family Support
Percentage
TERRY O’CONNOR, MD ENDOWMENT FUND
FUND ESTABLISHED IN ST. LUKE’S WOOD RIVER FOUNDATION
This spring, the Wood River Valley community came together to celebrate the life of Terry O’Connor, MD, whose brief yet impactful presence touched countless lives. Whether serving as an Emergency Medicine Physician at St. Luke’s Wood River, acting as EMS Director for Blaine County, or simply being a friend and neighbor, Dr. O’Connor had a passion for helping others thrive and it was evident in every role he embraced. His commitment to providing respect and empathy to all will not be forgotten.
As his obituary so aptly described, Dr. O’Connor “combined his love for awe-inspiring mountain adventure with service to others in local, national, and international roles that included mountain search and rescue, philanthropy, emergency medicine, COVID-19 pandemic policy and research, podcasting, and educating health professionals on the impact of climate change on public health. He was a doctor’s doctor, a mountaineer’s mountaineer, and a dedicated public servant.”
Dr. O’Connor was a deeply altruistic individual, always eager to share his knowledge and expertise in the pursuit of improving the health and well-being of others and the community as a whole. Megan Tanous, Chief Development Officer of the St. Luke’s Wood River Foundation, shares, “Dr. O’Connor was a cornerstone of this community. The St. Luke’s Wood River Foundation has established the Terry O’Connor, MD Endowment Fund to carry forward his legacy by funding health initiatives in the Wood River Valley that align with Dr. O’Connor’s diverse interests and compassionate work.”
St. Luke’s Wood River Foundation Board members Buddy Wilton and Barbara Boswell have generously partnered to launch this endowment with a $100,000 commitment, ensuring that Dr. O’Connor’s legacy will continue to inspire and support the community he loved.
To learn more or to make a donation, contact Betsy Mullins at mullinse@slhs.org, visit slwrf.org, or mail a check to St. Luke’s Wood River Foundation, PO Box 7005, Ketchum, Idaho 83340.
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FINE ARTS
Civitas 79AD-LXV
By Marcia Myers fresco on linen
60” x 50” Gail Severn Gallery
ARTS E TC
October/November/December | 2024
THE ARGYROS PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
120 Main Street | Ketchum
208.726.7872
theargyros.org
OCTOBER 9
Teton Gravity Research presents the 29th annual snow film Beyond the Fantasy
Beyond the Fantasy is more than just a film. It’s a testament to the power of turning dreams into reality. Witness TGR athletes as they transform improbable mental images into breathtaking feats of athleticism and creativity. From the world’s most stunning mountain landscapes to the joyous absurdities that make riding on snow a way of life, this film celebrates the unbreakable bond that unites our community.
4pm & 8pm | $12-$15
OCTOBER 10 &11
Sun Valley Ballet Presents: San Francisco Ballet School
The San Francisco Ballet PreProfessional dancers will light up the stage for two magical nights. These talented young artists have been selected from around the world to join this prestigious program. The dancers, who represent the future of ballet, are on the cusp of their professional careers. This year’s cohort includes artists from Australia, Canada, Greece, Iceland, and the United States.
7-8:30pm | $38-$98
OCTOBER 12
Morgan James
An Idaho native, Morgan James is a Juilliard-trained singer, songwriter, actress, and recording artist based in New York City. Her debut began on Broadway in The Addams Family, Wonderland, Godspell , and Motown: The Musical , and as a guest at Kristin Chenoweth’s For the Girls. Noteworthy albums include 2023’s Nobody’s Fool and Reckless Abandon, which prompted The Huffington Post to call James the “Brightest Breakout Artist of the Year.”
7:30pm | $33-$63
OCTOBER
17
RUTH: Justice Ginsburg in Her Own Words
In association with the Sun Valley Film Festival, director Freida Lee Mock presents a film, which tells the improbable story of how Ruth Bader Ginsburg, who couldn’t get a job despite tying first in her graduating law class and making Law Review at Harvard and Columbia Law Schools, became an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court. It also reveals both the public and private sides of a resilient, resourceful woman who survived the hostility of the profoundly male universe of government and law to become a revered Justice and advocate for gender equality and women’s rights. Academy Award-winning director Freida Lee Mock will be present for Q&A.
7:30pm | $18 & $43 premium ticket
Premium ticket includes meet and greet with Freida Lee Mock before the film.
THE ARGYROS PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
120 Main Street | Ketchum
208.726.7872
theargyros.org
OCTOBER 18
The Jayanthi Raman Dance Company performs Navarasa Kalinga Nartana
Conceived and choreographed by nationally reputed award-winning choreographer Jayanthi Raman, this dance production is unique in its concept, instrumentation, and choreography. The production showcases the theme of Navarasa—the nine moods codified in dance literature, Natya Sastra. Performed by Raman and the company repertoire of male and female dancers, this unique dance theater production takes us on a journey through a myriad of emotions, encompassing the nine moods of the Navarasa.
7:30pm | $13-$33
OCTOBER 19
Gideon Freudmann
Gideon Freudmann performs live soundtracks for classic silent films with his cello and realtime digital effects. His imaginative, original accompaniment breathes new life into this classic art, bringing the best of cinema and live music to another level and new audiences.
7:30pm | $18-$28
LIMELIGHT LIVE MUSIC
Hour Daily | 3-6pm
SCAN Here!
COMMUNITY LIBRARY
415 Spruce Avenue North | Ketchum
208.726.3493 comlib.org
THE SPOT
220 Lewis Street #2 | Ketchum 208.928.6241 info@spotsunvalley.com spotsunvalley.com
OCTOBER 28
Without Exception with Pam Houston
In Without Exception, Pam Houston reflects on how the duration of Roe v Wade’s duration paralleled her reproductive life, exploring the profound effects of abortion access on her and American women.
5pm | FREE
OCTOBER 30-NOVEMBER 3
Every Brilliant Thing
A play by Duncan Macmillan and Jonny Donahoe begins by telling the story of when, at seven years old, he was taken to see his mother in the hospital after her first attempt to take her own life. Afterward, the storyteller begins a list of everything brilliant about the world. Everything is worth living for. The story explores depression and hope, uncertainty and change, confusion and joy, heartbreak and anger, relationships and solitude, risk and resistance, guilt and forgiveness.
DECEMBER 10-15
The Spot Young Co presents Hadestown
This intriguing and beautiful folk opera delivers a deeply resonant and defiantly hopeful theatrical experience. Following two intertwining love stories–that of young dreamers Orpheus and Eurydice and that of immortal King Hades and Lady Persephone–Hadestown invites audiences on a hell-raising journey to the underworld and back.
SUN VALLEY MUSEUM OF ART
OCTOBER/NOVEMBER/DECEMBER
AT THE MUSEUM
svmoa.org
COMMUNITY
OCTOBER 4, NOVEMBER 1 & DECEMBER 6
Community Program
First Friday of each month
Afternoon Art
Play, create, discover, and have fun!
Afternoon Art is a free drop-in opportunity for community members of all ages to explore concepts from the Museum’s current exhibition and create works of art. Families and friends are encouraged to communicate, reflect, and produce as artists together. It is perfect for art lovers, curious minds, and anyone seeking inspiration. Projects will vary.
1:30-4:30pm | FREE
(Drop in anytime)
The Museum | Ketchum
OCTOBER 11 & NOVEMBER 8
Community Program
Second Friday of each month
Afternoon Art
On the second Friday of each month
Afternoon Art at SVMoA’s Hailey
Classroom is a free drop-in opportunity for community members of all ages to make art and get creative. We open up our classroom to kids of all ages with art supplies and blank slates to let your creative juices flow. Families and friends are encouraged to create art projects based on different themes, concepts, and materials. Projects will vary
1:30-4:30pm | FREE (Drop in anytime)
Hailey Classroom
ADULTS
OCTOBER 8, NOVEMBER 12 & DECEMBER 10
Open Studio Figure Drawing
Use this opportunity to hone technical drawing skills in a relaxed environment while drawing directly from the human figure. Throughout the two-hour session, a model will hold a variety of poses. All skill levels are welcome. Bring your own supplies; drawing boards are provided.
6-8pm | $15 student / $25 adult | Age 18+
Hailey Classroom
OCTOBER 12 Workshop
Block Printmaking with Angela Batchelor
Experience the magic of printing from a hand-carved block using a printing press! Learn how to create a simple color relief print to make a series of prints. Design your own block using images provided by the instructor or your own photos and drawings. Learn proper print registration, how to use carving tools safely, different ways to print, and what types of inks to use. No prior drawing or printing skills are required. Each participant will leave with a small edition of prints that can be framed, made into cards, or used as gifts.
All printmaking supplies will be provided in this workshop.
10am–3pm| $50 (SVMoA Family-Level and above) / $75 nonmember; pre-registration recommended | Age 16+
Hailey Classroom
OCTOBER 19
Community Program
Día de los Muertos
In collaboration with The Hunger Coalition, the Sun Valley Museum of Art presents a Día de los Muertos celebration with food, altars, music, and dancing. All are welcome!
1-4pm | FREE
Bloom Community Center | Bellevue (Drop in anytime)
OCTOBER
24
Workshop Hand-Cut Leather Tassels with Morgan Buckert
In this introductory three-hour leather workshop, participants will learn to make their own hand-cut leather tassels. Participants will make 2-3 tassels each to keep or share. All materials are provided.
6-9pm | $75 (SVMoA Family-Level and above) / $100 nonmember; pre-registration recommended | Age 16+
Hailey Classroom
LECTURES & TALKS
NOVEMBER 11
Lecture
An Evening with David Sedaris
7:30pm | SOLD OUT
The Argyros
120 Main Street | Ketchum
EXHIBITION
OCTOBER 11, 2024 THROUGH JANUARY 8, 2025
In Conversation: Will Wilson
Organized by Art Bridges, In Conversation: Will Wilson pairs Diné artist Will Wilson’s contemporary portraits of Native and non-Native sitters with portraits that Edward Sheriff Curtis made of Indigenous peoples at the turn of the 20th century. Using a wet-plate collodion photographic technique similar to that used by Curtis, Wilson’s portraits, which he makes in collaboration with sitters who choose the way they are represented in his images, offer a critique of Curtis’s project, in which Native people were reduced to archetypes and often dressed in props Curtis provided. Wilson has also developed an AR app, Talking Tintypes, that allows visitors to scan portraits with their phones to bring the portraits to life, allowing sitters to share their personal stories with visitors. The exhibition explores self-representation, identity, and the history of photography.
At SVMoA, the exhibition will be augmented by photographs made by Benedicte Wrensted, a Danish immigrant to Pocatello, Idaho, who set up a portrait studio in the early 20th century where members of the Shoshone-Bannock Tribes were some of her most frequent sitters. Additionally, photographers on the staff of the Sho-Ban News will lend photographs of members of the Tribes dressed in regalia today.
Will Wilson (b. 1969), Cory Van Zytveld, Director of Events, Four Mile Historic Park, US Citizen, 2013, printed 2018, archival pigment print from wet plate collodion scan, 22 x 17 in. Art Bridges.
Photography by Brad Flowers
Opposite: Will Wilson (b. 1969), Will Wilson, Citizen of the Navajo Nation, Trans-customary Diné Artist, 2013, printed 2018, archival pigment print from wet plate collodion scan, 22 x 17 in. Art Bridges. Photography by Brad Flowers
SUN VALLEY MUSEUM OF ART
IN CONVERSATION: WILL WILSON
Invoking reality and countering history
by Rory Slattery
At first glance, the portrait seems straight out of the Old West. The stark black-and-white image and faded edges suggest an aged image, but the subject’s puffer vest and gas mask make it clear that the picture is modern.
The portrait was created in the 21st century by Diné (Navajo) artist Will Wilson as part of his ongoing Critical Indigenous Photographic Exchange (CIPX) series, which will be showcased in Sun Valley this fall. Wilson employs the visual language of late 19th and early 20th tintype photographs, using a wet-plate collodion process to produce images of contemporary Indigenous people on sheets of aluminum.
In thinking about the meaning of portraiture to Indigenous people, Wilson invokes the work of early 20th ethnographer Edward Sheriff Curtis. Curtis created portraits of Indigenous people across the American West, publishing his work in the influential series The North American Indian (1907-1930). Though the images reduced Indigenous subjects to archetypes, they were received as reality. Wilson says, “Curtis created the most comprehensive archive of Indigenous North Americans, and now contemporary artists want to take that authority back and create archives of who they believe themselves to be.”
OCTOBER 11, 2024 –JANUARY 8, 2025
In Conversation: Will Wilson
Sun Valley Museum of Art 191 Fifth Street East | Ketchum 208.726.9491 svmoa.org
Will Wilson (b. 1969), Nakotah LaRance, Citizen of the Hopi Nation, 6-Time World Champion Hoop Dancer, Member, Dancing Earth, Indigenous Contemporary Dance Creations, 2012, printed 2018, archival pigment print from wet plate collodion scan, 22 x 17 in. Art Bridges. Photography by Brad Flowers
Will Wilson (b. 1969), Michelle Cook, Citizen of the Navajo Nation, UNM Law Student, 2013, printed 2018, archival pigment print from wet plate collodion scan, 22 x 17 in. Art Bridges. Photography by Brad Flowers
In thinking about the meaning of portraiture to Indigenous people, Wilson invokes the work of early 20th-century ethnographer Edward Sheriff Curtis.
Wilson collaborates with his sitters to determine how they wish to portray themselves and gives the original tintype to the sitters, retaining a digital scan for the archive. Today, CIPX comprises the largest single-artist photographic collection of Native peoples since Curtis’s series—a counter-archive of contemporary Indigenous life.
This fall, the Sun Valley Museum of Art brings CIPX to southern Idaho through the exhibition In Conversation: Will Wilson, organized by Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art with support from Art Bridges. The Museum will showcase Wilson’s work alongside Curtis’s images and will feature, as part of the auxiliary exhibition Portraits of the Shoshone-Bannock Tribes, Past & Present, contemporary portraits of Shoshone-Bannock Tribal members by Sho-Ban News photographers, as well as portraits by Benedicte Wrensted, who made over 100 portraits of members of the Shoshone-Bannock Tribes in her studio in the frontier town of Pocatello at the turn of the 20th century.
In the coming year, Wilson will visit Pocatello and Fort Hall to continue CIPX, making new portraits of Idahoans, including direct descendants of Indigenous individuals Wrensted photographed over a century ago.
Wilson’s work engages in a critical conversation with both historical and contemporary Indigenous portraiture from across the American West, addressing essential themes of self-representation, identity, and agency, which are at the heart of portraiture.
Edward Sheriff Curtis (1868–1952), A Zuni Girl, 1903, photogravure
PHOTO BY LAMAR POKIBRO
Benedicte Wrensted (1859-1949), Lamar Pokibro and Family, Bannock, ca. 1897, photograph.
Credit National Archives (photo no. 75-SEI-63).
NOW SHOWING
October/November/December | 2024
Kneeland Gallery is excited to announce its transition to a new location this fall. Join us in the 411 North Leadville building (next to Ozzie’s Shoes) for our grand reopening exhibition, which will be on display from Thanksgiving weekend through December. We will feature pieces from all your favorite gallery artists, including, but not limited to, Robert Moore, Ovanes Berberian, Lori McNee, Shanna Kunz, John Horejs, Kevin Syms, Steven Lee Adams, and Caleb Meyer. We will remain in the existing location through mid-November. We look forward to welcoming you as we begin this new chapter.
Opposite: Exclamation by Robert Moore oil on canvas 48” x 36” Country Girls by Lori McNee oil on canvas 20” x 20”
Gilman Contemporary
661 Sun Valley Road | Ketchum
208.726.7585
gilmancontemporary.com
Kelly Ording New Works
Bay Area artist Kelly Ording’s minimalist paintings immerse viewers in a familiar realm where saturated colors and delicately rendered forms capture the essence of the fleeting moments that shape time. Her slow, methodical process involves hand-dyeing paper before meticulously applying repetitive, organic designs. Infused with a rhythmic, musical quality, Ording’s mark-making follows a predictable beat, achieving a harmonious balance between mathematical precision and lyrical grace.
Kelly Ording Artist at work
Nick Brandt
The Echo Of Our Voices
The portraits in this series feature Syrian refugee families posed together on boxes against the vast empty deserts in southern Jordan. Forced to relocate multiple times a year in search of destinations with adequate rainfall, the faces of the individuals express resolute fortitude and solidarity. While the photographs monumentalize a loss of place by elevating the refugees on a proverbial pedestal, Brandt demonstrates that the connections we forge and a shared sense of humanity provide the strength to rise.
The Echo Of Our Voices is the fourth chapter of “The Day May Break,” Nick Brandt’s ongoing series focusing on those impacted by environmental destruction and climate change. Brandt’s unique approach to climate-conscious photography celebrates the resilience of the human spirit and the stabilizing effects of community in the face of adversity.
Shaila and Families, Jordan by Nick Brandt archival pigment photograph 2024
Broschofsky Galleries
360 East Avenue | Ketchum
208.726.4950
brogallery.com
Best of the West
Best of the West is a group show of gallery artists showcasing an array of subjects and interpretations of the American West, from historical to contemporary. Displaying vintage photographs from Edward Curtis’ 30-year project “The North American Indian” (1898-1928) across the board to western pop works from Andy Warhol’s “Cowboys and Indians” series (1986).
Other artist works include David Yarrow’s large-scale photographic works, which often evoke a feeling of curiosity, laughter, and awe with their spectacular backgrounds, recognizable models, eccentric Western characters, and trained animals.
Broschofsky Galleries also highlights recent acquisitions of paintings by Russell Chatham. Viewing a Chatham painting typically elicits a feeling of recognition of place. What is revealed is a feeling, a sense of emotion that goes deeper than the visual mind.
Other works by gallery artists will also be on display: Bill Barrett, Emil Bisttram, Rudi Broschofsky, Jim Dine, Joellyn Duesberry, Ewoud de Groot, Joan Mitchell, Ken Peloke, Billy Schenck, Theodore Villa, Russell Young, and More.
End of the Line by David Yarrow pigment print photograph 52” x 69”
Slow Bull
by Edward Curtis
1907 photogravure
22.5” x 18.5”
In the Heart of Winter 1997
by Russell Chatham oil on linen
24” x 30”
OCHI
119 Lewis Street | Ketchum
208.309.4093 ochigallery.com
Coping with Paradise
November 9, 2024 through January 11, 2025
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Opposite: Violets Are Blue by Larry Bell
x 84.25”
OCHI is pleased to present Coping with Paradise, a group exhibition featuring works by Brody Albert, Peter Alexander, Larry Bell, Billy Al Bengston, Claire Colette, Mary Corse, Kim Fisher, Sam Francis, Erik Frydenborg, Hely Omar Gonzalez, James Herman, David Jien, David Korty, Jake Kean Mayman, Ed Moses, Laurie Nye, Claudia Parducci, Helen Pashgian, Nevena Prijic, Ed Ruscha, Ben Sanders, and Devon Tsuno. This exhibition spans generations of Los Angeles-based artists whose work embodies aesthetic sensibilities informed by a certain spirit of possibility. Combined with the influences of working in abundant sunlight and a vast, sprawling urban landscape, the artists create perceptually engaging environments across a range of mediums.
Red Sentinel
Sanders
Gail Severn Gallery
400 1st Avenue North | Ketchum
208.726.5079
gailseverngallery.com
November
Color
October
A continuation and elaboration on September’s various group shows titled Flower Stories, Surface, and Honoring Our Landscape.
This exhibition features an array of paintings, works on paper, and sculptures, all united by their vibrant use of color. Artists such as Raphaëlle Goethals and Rana Rochat employ encaustic techniques to achieve deeply saturated, abstract compositions. Marcia Myers channels the essence of Italian frescoes with her use of natural pigments and expansive color fields, while Tom Hammick embraces the British Colorist tradition with his commanding hues. Scott Blazer brings a bold, expressionistic approach to paper and canvas using his custom pigments. The exhibition also includes contributions from Cole Morgan, Allison Stewart, Linda Christensen, and more, showcasing a diverse exploration of color.
Opposite: Abstract #56 by Scott Blaser acrylic on Fabriano paper
30” x 22”
(framed 38.50” x 27.25”)
Dark Woods of England EV PP(III/V) by Tom Hammick edition variable reduction woodcut
34.87” x 47.87”
Gail Severn Gallery
400 1st Avenue North | Ketchum 208.726.5079
gailseverngallery.com
November
Flora & Fauna
This group exhibition celebrates the changing seasons and the beauty of nature’s vibrant palette through the eyes of nationally renowned artists. Featuring a mix of painters, photographers, and sculptors such as Diane Andrews Hall, Jane Rosen, Hung Liu, Laura McPhee, Robb Putnam, Maggie Shafran, Gwynn Murrill, Pamela DeTuncq,
Kiki Smith, Robert McCauley, Chris Maynard, Kathy Moss, Betsy Margolius, and Don & Era Farnsworth, the show highlights the playful and profound connections found in wildlife and landscapes. This curated selection invites viewers to experience nature from a fresh perspective through diverse artistic interpretations.
Hummingbird with Tiger Lilies I by Diane Andrews Hall oil on panel 10” x 10”
December
Lynda Lowe
This exhibition will feature a new body of work by Lynda Lowe, who navigates the intersection of the concrete and the mysterious, blending rigorous research and reflection with spontaneous creativity. Each piece balances deliberate detail with elements of chaos and improvisation, showcasing a rich tapestry of precise objects, gestural text, geometric diagrams, and expansive color fields. The result is a visually and symbolically layered offering that engages the rational mind and contemplative spirit.
Past as Prelude
This major exhibition highlights a diverse selection of the gallery’s internationally acclaimed and emerging artists who will feature in upcoming 2025 group shows and solo exhibitions. The lineup includes Laura McPhee, Hung Liu, Rana Rochat, Kathy Moss, Raphaëlle Goethals, Linda Christensen, Betsy Margolius, Marcia Myers, Diane Andrews Hall, Allison Stewart, Chris Maynard, Kenna Moser, Lisa Kokin, Jennifer Markowitz, Don & Era Farnsworth, Kiki Smith, April Gornik, Squeak Carnwath, and Jun Kaneko, among others. This showcase offers a glimpse into the future of the gallery’s programming and the evolving artistic landscape.
Into Light by Lynda Lowe qatercolor and oil and wax on panel 24”x 55”
Untitled S364 by Rana Rochat encaustic on paper 30” x 26”
Lola
Around the Bend
Opening night reception December 27, 5-7:30pm
The beauty and wonder of resin have captured the human imagination since the Stone Age. For millennia, cultures around the world have used nature’s resin and amber in jewelry and various adornments. In the 1930s, artists began a new chapter in this long history with the invention of epoxy resin, a highgloss synthetic material to which a vast array of color pigments can be added.
In December, Hemmings Gallery will feature the resin art of Lola, a Bay-area artist whose exhibition Around the Bend promises a continuation of this great tradition. Having worked with resin for over a decade, Lola’s technique and artistic process have also evolved.
“I’m always dreaming about what’s next. What will excite and inspire? Which parts of former bodies of work will challenge new bodies of work,” she shares. Compared with earlier geometric multi-layered pieces, her new exhibition will feature softer colors and more literal curves on her signature drip-edged panels.
But like fossils in amber, she understands that the true power of her material lies in its ability to capture the viewer’s thoughts and emotions.
“I begin each piece by choosing the colors that reflect a feeling but can also bring
Corduroy by Lola tinted resin on wood panel
30” x 30”
about a new emotional state,” she says, “As I pour, a form begins to appear on the surface, and a dialogue starts. These forms are similar to characters in a play. They speak to me and guide me to create their shape further. Eventually, they interact and engage with each other. The challenge in creating this type of abstraction is leaving the emotion undefined. With each artwork, my intent is to create an experience. I allow the viewer to think, feel, and find their own significant meaning behind the work.”
Roller Girl by Lola tinted resin on wood panel
30” x 30”
Ascension Rain Storm by Hunt Slonem oil on canvas
72” x 84”
Hunt Slonem
Hunt Slonem is primarily a painter focused on naturalistic subject matter, emphasizing bright color. His reference to the mystical is prevalent as his work pivots between the fantastic and the natural; these natural forms ultimately become the subjects of many of his artworks. Repetition is also a prominent aspect of his work. To Hunt, repetition is a reference to Andy Warhol; however, the true nature of his repetition is a spiritual practice, a worship.
As an artist, he endeavors to explore the many expressive faculties of color, and his paintings are rich and layered with thick brushstrokes of vivid color. Since his first solo show at Fischbach Gallery in 1977, his works have joined the permanent collections of museums, including the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Whitney, the Smithsonian American Art Museum, the Würth Museum, the Miro Foundation, and the New Orleans Museum of Art.
Chinensis Country Side by Hunt Slonem oil on canvas 20” x 36”
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TOM MONGE
JIM FIGGE
JED GRAY
JASON BUCK
TERRY PALMER
ALEX HIGGINS
Aspen Acres
This property is truly one of a kind! Located on 160 acres the main house and historic guest house offer tremendous privacy. Both structures look across the spring fed lake toward forested hillsides. There are a total of 6 bedrooms with 5.5 baths. All of this just 5 minutes from downtown Ketchum. Shown by appointment only.
$12,700,000 MLS# 23-330709
260 Spur Lane
This is a contemporary home perched on a very private lot. The unobstructed views of Bald Mountain and Griffin Butte are hard to beat. The home features multiple windows that bring in lots of natural light. There are over 4,878 square feet of living space which includes 5 bedrooms with 4 bathrooms and 2 powder rooms. The home also has 2 offices, a den and workout room. A 2 car garage is attached.
$9,250,000 MLS# 24-332008
254/252 Elkhorn Road
This fabulous family home is positioned on the Elkhorn Golf Course — hole #15, featuring a picturesque mountain view to the north. The sensational shadows and sunlight bouncing off the peaks, is truly remarkable, with no development seen, a peaceful and private setting. These are two adjoining lots being sold together, equaling 1.2 acres creating protection and privacy. There is one primary on the main level and another primary upstairs with two guest bdrs. The chef’s kitchen, 3-car garage, hot tub all contribute to a very comfortable and well thought out family home.
Offered at $3,649,000 MLS# 24-332082
1291 Creekside Way
A rare opportunity to own a spectacular 4 bedroom 3 bathroom unit in Creekside. Beautifully remodeled with updated kitchen, bathrooms with heated floors, and new carpet and flooring throughout. This is the largest floor plan available including interior bump outs which add to the square footage. Huge outdoor living space. The unit is very well located, close to guest parking and the garage.
Offered at $1,700,000 MLS# 24-332095
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$4,389,000 MLS# 23-331371
This beautiful 4BD/4.5BA townhome is perfect for households seeking comfort, extra space, beautiful mountain-modern design, and high-end nishes throughout, including Wolf/Sub-Zero appliances, leathered quartzite counters, and solid oak millwork.
$4,335,000 MLS# 23-331372
TOWNHOMES | sunshine-sunvalley.com
Timeless Elegance in Elkhorn Overlooking Elkhorn Golf Course’s 12th fairway, this European-style 4BD/3.5BA home is defined by its stunning mountain views, fine finishes, and endless elegance. Meticulously maintained, it captures the perfect balance of luxury and comfort. Gourmet kitchen opens to the great room with access to a heated paver patio. The thoughtful floor plan lends to easy indoor-outdoor living and entertaining.
$4,150,000 MLS#24-331668
Grady
www.sunvalleyidahoproperties.com
Last available residence in the stunning First & Fourth building offers endless comfort and elegance. Single-level 2BD/2.5BA condo is beautifully appointed, boasting top-of-the-line appliances and nishes. Floor-to-ceiling “window walls” bring ample natural light into this desirable corner unit.
$2,695,000 MLS# 23-330730
Located in the heart of Elkhorn Village, this 2BD + loft/2BA
LVP oors, updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, new powder bath, new primary bath with heated tile oor and steam shower.
$1,050,000 MLS# 23-331428
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enjoys some of the best views in the Indian Springs complex. Second-
has an expanded deck & stunning SW mountain views.
$699,000 MLS# 24-331792
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Sun Valley Wildflower Condo Sunny, ground-level 1BD/1.5BA Wild ower condo in the heart of Sun Valley. Beautifully remodeled end unit features
Luxury Living in the Heart of Ketchum
858.245.9783
80 RAINBOW BEND
80 Rainbow Bend consists of 1.4 acres located adjacent to the Big Wood River. This centrally located property boasts all day sun and privacy while at the same time being only 5 miles to Ketchum/Sun Valley and 7 miles to Hailey. The bike path is next to the parcel for easy biking access in summer and cross-country skiing in winter. Wildlife abounds including deer, elk and resident rainbow trout. Fisherman will note the property is on one of the best fishing sections of the river. A portion of the property sits in the flood plain with the building envelope situated above. Build your dream home in this serene and private setting.
1.4 Acres | River Adjacent | $1,250,000
601 CD OLENA DRIVE
Modern contemporary in Old Cutters! Built in 2022, this home features a reverse floor plan with 3 beds and 2.5 baths. The upper level boasts a spacious great room with high ceilings, white oak flooring, and a large southern deck. The kitchen shines with quartz counters, custom cabinets, and upgraded lighting. Downstairs, enjoy 2 bedrooms, a laundry/mud room, a covered entry, and a 2-car garage.
3 Bed, 2.5 Bath | Turn Key Home | $1,295,000
SPIRIT WOMAN RANCH
Spirit Woman Ranch is an 80-acre property located 3 miles NE from Bellevue and 20 miles from Sun Valley Resort, it sits in a secluded canyon surrounded by federal lands. A spring-fed creek flows through the ranch, with a pond and water rights. The land includes a 1,080 sq. ft. garage, a homesite, and a septic system. It offers off-grid potential, access via a seasonal road.
80 Acres | Off Grid Ranch | $750,000
Aaron Hill, Owner/Associate Broker 858-245-9783 | aaron@proctormountaingroup.com 371 N Main Street #103, Ketchum ID 83340 proctormountaingroup.com
CIRCLE S WEST RANCH
Circle S West Ranch is a premier sporting property offering diverse hunting and fishing opportunities with 1,115± deeded acres, over 2.5 miles of Deep Creek, irrigation rights, spring-fed ponds, and a full set of residential and ranch improvements. Hunting opportunities include abundant ducks, geese, pheasant, dove and quail and a healthy population of mule deer. The creek and ponds support wild rainbow trout, bass and panfish. The ranch is located near the Snake River Canyon between Buhl and Hagerman 90 miles south of Ketchum. Offered with furnishings and ranch equipment.
1,115± Acres | Sporting Property | $12,800,000
110 & 114 Silverwood Dr, Blaine County, ID 83313
NEW LISTING! Silverwood Retreat! Nestled on 28 acres with stunning Big Wood River views. This log-sided home boasts a gourmet kitchen, an expansive great room with a stacked stone replace, and a luxurious primary suite. Multiple patios, a gazebo, chipping green, and extensive lawn space. Serene elegance and modern comfort in Idaho’s paradise!
$13,975,000 MLS #24-332376
619 N River St, Unit A, Hailey, ID 83333
PENDING! New interior paint and carpet! This is a great value and a fabulous location! This end-unit condo is 2 bed/2 bath plus a large loft! Enjoy the 9-foot ceilings and LVP ooring on the rst level of this darling unit as well as the small outdoor area and easy access to town!
$399,000 MLS #24-332352
128 W Spruce St, Fairfield, ID 83327
NEW LISTING! Own a piece of history in downtown Fair eld! This property currently houses one of the historic grain silos seen from the highway. There are many uses to this property including development, commercial or even residential. Water and power are currently on the property adding value to this great offering.
$278,000 MLS # 24-332456
121 San Badger Dr, Hailey, ID 83333
PENDING! Single level, brand new home in the delightful Sunbeam Sub! Easy access to schools, town, local park & recreation. This 3-bedroom home will have high ceilings, open concept oor plan and an of ce! Large garage to store your toys and the yard has plenty of room for gardens.
$1,350,000
MLS #24-331801
619 N River St, Unit C, Hailey, ID 83333
New interior paint and new carpet just went in! This is a great value and a fabulous location! This end-unit condo is 2 bed/2 bath plus a large loft! Enjoy the 9-foot ceilings on the rst level as well as the small outdoor area and easy access to town! A fabulous investment or starter property!
$399,000
MLS #24-332353
314 2nd St W, Fairfield, ID 83327
Level land in the heart of the City of Fair eld that has a seasonal creek running through it. This lot has potential for multifamily or a singlefamily residence with an ample yard to enjoy the outdoors. With the willows, there is a natural barrier for privacy!
$70,000
MLS # 24-331821
134 Cowcatcher Loop, Bellevue, ID 83313
Spacious newer build on a beautiful lot located within the coveted Strahorn Subdivision! This home boasts high ceilings, a thoughtful split oor plan, a lovely yard and a wonderfully large garage! The beautiful nishes combined with a stunning setting set the tone for a great place to call home!
$650,000
MLS #24-332079
1258 Fiesta Way, Twin Falls, ID 83301
NEW LISTING! Step inside to nd a fresh, inviting space, highlighted by newly painted walls and brand new ooring throughout, creating a pristine move-in-ready atmosphere. Three generously sized bedrooms and two full bathrooms and an open concept oor plan. This is a great investment!
$320,000
MLS #24-332340
12694 STATE HIGHWAY 75 / $3,450,000
SOUTHOFKETCHUM / $4,950,000
SOUTHOFKETCHUM / $4,950,000
Large Family Compound beautifully remodeled with custom kitchen, Wolf & Sub Zero appliances and views of Bald Mountain. Separate garage dwelling with loft.
This Sunpointe Townhome offers 3 en suite bedrooms, office/flex space, two car garage and recent interior updates. The mature landscaping and a roomy outdoor deck make it truly special. All while enjoying the Elkhorn amenities.
This light, bright and airy single level home on a large, privately landscaped lot offers a peaceful sense of sanctuary. Includes a 1brm / 2bath lock off apartment for rental income or caretaker’s quarters.
Steps from the pool, hot tub, golf clubhouse, tennis, pickleball, hiking, and the public transit line, it’s hard to beat the convenience of the location. Popular with both full and part-time residents.
Modern Farmhouse features elegant design, mountain views, gourmet kitchen, primary suite with private patio & large entertainment spaces. Highlights include 4 ensuite bedrooms, a 2400 sq. ft. deck with swim spa & firepit and a 3,475 sq. ft.garage.
MLS# 24-332396 | Andrea Brown 208-961-6605
10761 STATE HIGHWAY 75 / $1,100,000
KETCHUM / $8,395,000
KETCHUM / $8,395,000
This lovely home in the Bellevue triangle has a warm Swedish inspired design with alder cabinets, bamboo floors, and stainless-steel appliances. Situated on 5.13 acres and complete with water rights.
Full duplex built in 2020 with consistent rental income. Over an acre lot, with views, more development potential, the owners had plans to build 2 more duplexes on the property. Located in Carey. MLS# 24-332232 | Nicole Lisk 208-721-1330
Two car garage, extra work room, and lots of storage on over 1 acre make this the perfect SV home. Close to Ketchum & Sun Valley, as well as the Bike Path and the river.
This beautifully renovated and updated ski-in and ski-out condo is situated on the ground level near the Sun Valley Pavilion and golf courses. Just a short walk to Dollar Lodge.
Move in ready! Gorgeous, beautifully landscaped, fully remodeled townhome on private road in the heart of Hailey. Immaculately maintained, dining nook with French doors opening to the patio and small yard filled with perennials and a view of Carbonate. Lives like a single-family home. The only shared wall is in the garage. Walking distance to parks and retail New Roof 2023
2 Bedrooms - 2 Bathrooms - 1 Car Garage - 1,152 SQ FT
Offered at $599,999
SOLD - 1050 RED ELEPHANT DR.
47 Days to Under Contract and Closed - Ahead of the Sun Valley Average!
Stunning mountain modern contemporary with loads of privacy and natural light. Endless possibilities with flex space on the first floor, open kitchen/living, mountain views on the second floor and private master suite with a gas fireplace, roof top deck and mountain views on the third floor. Situated on .28-acre and includes .30-acre corner lot for additional privacy. Walking distance to the Big Wood River, Draper Preserve and Lawrence Heagle Park Move-in ready!
List Price $1,299,000
3 Bedroom - 4.5 Bathrooms - 2,784 SQ FT
104 TIMBER WAY
Iconic 40+ acre mid valley estate parcel, 20 acres of ready to build, flat ground, minutes from downtown Ketchum/River Run. Fabulous views, good winter sun, year around flowing water, pond, water fall, water rights, end of the road gated privacy & no HOA. Bermed for privacy, room for your equestrian facility, green houses, polo field, small airstrip, heliport, family or corporate retreat...or?
104
Timber Way Iconic 40+ acre mid valley estate parcel, 20 acres of ready to build, flat ground, minutes from downtown Ketchum/River Run. Fabulous views, good winter sun, year around flowing water, pond, water fall, water rights, end of the road gated privacy and no HOA. Bermed for privacy, room for your equestrian facility, green houses, polo field, small air strip, heliport, family or corporate retreat...or?
20 E PRAIRIE SUN ROAD
Largest equestrian facility in the valley with 20,000 covered arena, 2 barns with stalls, manager's home, large. hay, equipment and shop building, 2 large outside arenas, 2 round rings, 6 irrigated turn out pastures, +/- 40 loafing sheds and paddocks of various sizes, around 20 acres under pivot, water rights, perimeter fencing, a well layed out and run operation.
20 E PRAIRIE SUN ROAD
106 SANDY LANE
Designed with a 1920's feeling and the amenities of a 2023 home Radiant heat, solar infrastructure, genuine bark siding, fire resistant shingles, Kolby windows, radiant floor heating, Kohler fixtures, high end appliances, sunroom, you must see it to appreciate
Largest equestrian facility in the valley with 20,000 sq. ft. covered arena, 2 barns with stalls, manager’s home, large hay, equipment and shop building, 2 large outside arenas, 2 round rings, 6 irrigated turn out pastures, +/- 40 loafing sheds and paddocks of various sizes. Around 20 acres under pivot, water rights, perimeter fencing, a well laid out and run operation.
104 TIMBER WAY
Iconic 40+ acre mid valley estate parcel, 20 acres of ready to build, flat ground, minutes from downtown Ketchum/River Run. Fabulous views, good winter sun, year around flowing water, pond, water fall, water rights, end of the road gated privacy & no HOA. Bermed for privacy, room for your equestrian facility, green houses, polo field, small airstrip, heliport, family or corporate retreat...or?
106 SANDY LANE Designed with a 1920’s feeling and the amenities of a 2023 home. Radiant heat, solar infrastructure, genuine bark siding, fire resistant shingles, Kolby windows, radiant floor heating, Kohler fixtures, high-end appliances, sunroom. You must see it to appreciate.
20 E PRAIRIE SUN ROAD
Largest equestrian facility in the valley with 20,000 covered arena, 2 barns with stalls, manager's home, large. hay, equipment and shop building, 2 large outside arenas, 2 round rings, 6 irrigated turn out pastures, +/- 40 loafing sheds and paddocks of various sizes, around 20 acres under pivot, water rights, perimeter fencing, a well layed out and run operation.
easy to heat, with new carpet and paint, detailed maintenance,
106 SANDY LANE
Three, 2,000 sq. ft. units available to rent at $.90/sq. ft. + $.08/sq. ft. CAM charges. Unit A is a built out restaurant and private party room. Unit D has 2 200 sq. ft. offices and is open in the back. Unit E is one open space with overhead door.
Designed with a 1920's feeling and the amenities of a 2023 home Radiant heat, solar infrastructure, genuine bark siding, fire resistant shingles, Kolby windows, radiant floor heating, Kohler fixtures, high end appliances, sunroom, you must see it to appreciate
Large deck, new paint, furnace, water heaters updated 5yrs ago, a chip shot away from all Sun Valley amenities. Baldy view from deck. Tiled entry, bath and coat closet, dual fuel fireplace, new wide plank LVP flooring in living room & kitchen.
The one for waterfront living
Positioned in a premier subdivision, this coveted parcel offers unparalleled access to serene river views, good sun exposure, and a private wooded setting. The expansive building envelope presents a unique opportunity to create your custom dream home. Renowned for excellent fly fishing, this location also provides easy access to world-class skiing and hiking trails. Don’t miss this unique chance to build in one of the area’s most sought-after locations where peace, privacy, and pristine views combine with an outdoor lifestyle to offer a daily delight. Please visit www.146riverranch.com for more information.
204 SAGE ROAD, KETCHUM, ID
1.13 AC | $2,495,000
Prime building opportunity on desirable Sage Rd in Warm Springs. With approximately 100 feet of frontage, multiple building options are available: a duplex or the single-family home of your dreams. With unobstructed Bald Mountain views and within walking distance to lifts, this is one of the few remaining offerings in this high-end neighborhood. Conceptual building plans are available.
This light-filled Snow Creek condo features two spacious bedrooms, a versatile loft, and two updated bathrooms. The home includes an expanded deck, perfect for enjoying the stunning Baldy views. Located within the beautiful Snow Creek community, you’ll have access to top-notch amenities including a pool, hot tub, and a newly renovated clubhouse. Adjacent to Dollar Mountain, this condo is ideally situated for winter skiing and summer hiking.
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PHENOMENAL location central to all things Ketchum/Sun Valley whether you are on foot or wheels! Baldy view from the second story deck! Adjacent to the bike path, Ernest Hemingway STEAM School and Atkinson’s Park. Just down the street from the YMCA, Rotary Park, the Big Wood River and Guy Coles’ Skate Park. 3 minute drive to downtown Ketchum, four minutes to Sun Valley Lodge, or five minutes to either of Baldy’s base areas!
JAY EMMER
REALTOR®
208.720.4282
jay.emmer@sothebysrealty.com sunvalleysir.com
StunningVIEWS
Please call for pricing and additional information.
Introducing an unparalleled opportunity to own one of these exclusive 20+ acre parcels nestled in the breathtaking Sawtooth Mountains. Enjoy the picturesque Valley Creek frontage, while being captivated by the awe-inspiring mountain panoramas that stretch as far as the eye can see. Immerse yourself in the beauty of vibrant wildflower-filled meadows, creating the perfect backdrop for your mountain retreat.
jonstosich.kellyrightrealestate.com HIGHWAY 21 & COW CAMP ROAD, STANLEY, ID
With only three parcels available, now is the time to secure your slice of paradise. Whether you choose to own one or all three lots, this is your chance to experience the ultimate escape in the Sawtooth Mountains. Embrace the solitude and tranquility of four seasons in this idyllic setting—an opportunity not to be missed.
Charming and well-maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath home with an enclosed loft bedroom, ideally located near Elkhorn Village. Enjoy convenient access to the pool, ski lift, and parking. Relax on the outdoor deck, offering tranquil views of a common area pond and creek.
NEW PRICE!
Extraordinary LIVING
A timeless design in an extraordinary setting, offering both privacy and convenience. Positioned next to a private easement, this home ensures lasting seclusion while remaining close to the river, bike path, and resort—immersing you in everything that makes Sun Valley the ultimate destination. Located just south of town, it provides easy access for commuting both north and south, all within a peaceful cul-de-sac that fosters a true neighborhood feel. This is a rare opportunity, as a home like this can’t be built today at this price. Come experience it for yourself! For more information, please visit www.106redcliffsketchum.com.
just steps away
SUE ENGELMANN
208.720.0680
sue@sueengelmann.com sueengelmann.com
PIONEER MOUNTAIN RANCH
5 BD, 5.5 BA, 5733 SF, 2.53 ACRES
$7,500,000 | MLS #24-331964
Located on the banks of the East Fork River, this classic mountain home combines the elegance of European finishes with rustic mountain comfort. A separate guest apartment for friends and family.
DOWNTOWN KETCHUM PENTHOUSE & MORE
3 BD, 6 BA, 7172 SF
$6,500,000 | MLS #24-332221
Take advantage of this investment opportunity to own 4 leased commercial spaces and 2 dedicated parking spaces along with a penthouse and separate studio apartment. Stunning Baldy views!
CLEAR CREEK CANYON COMPOUND
10 BD, 8.5 BA, 5702 SF, 33.45 ACRES
$7,495,000 | MLS #24-331839
This gated family estate has been held under one ownership for 6 generations. Four beautiful, iconic log cabins set in the heart of pine and aspen forests. Spring-fed creek and trout ponds.
TWO PRIME LOTS IN KETCHUM COMMERCIAL CORE
11,000 SF ON E 2ND ST
$6,500,000 | MLS #24-332243
These 2 adjacent lots in the CC2 zone are seeping with history and currently rented as both residential and off ice space. The fenced yard is a virtual oasis right in the heart of Ketchum.
STUNNING PARCEL NORTH OF KETCHUM
6.26 ACRES
$6,250,000 | MLS #24-332220
Enjoy spectacular views of the Boulders and beyond from this one of a kind acreage north of Ketchum located adjacent to thousands of acres of public lands. Water rights, room for horses, and great views!
TIMELESS VIEW HOME ON THE SADDLE
5 BD, 5.5 BA, 4386 SF
$5,450,000 | MLS #24-332239
Enjoy the big Baldy views from this premier location with easy access to both Sun Valley and Ketchum. This timber frame home has a lodge-like ambiance that fits perfectly with the surrounding mountains.
PRIVATE HYNDMAN VIEW ESTATE HOME
6 BD, 5 BA, 4985 SF, 3.21 ACRES
$5,950,000 | MLS #24-332188
Island-inspired Mountain living is yours in this plantation style home with Pioneer Mountain views, East Fork river frontage, sprawling lawns and space for horses.
VIEWS GALORE IN WARM SPRINGS
3+ BD, 3.5 BA, 3354 SF, 2-Car garage
$3,875,000 | MLS #24-331849
Elevated views from this well-appointed townhome on Sage Road. Custom finishes throughout, with bamboo flooring, fireslate counters, fir trim, and high ceilings. Enjoy two decks for outdoor living.
SUE ENGELMANN
208.720.0680
sue@sueengelmann.com sueengelmann.com
DIAMOND BACK LUXURY IN WHITE CLOUDS
3 BD, 3.5 BA, 2405 SF, Oversized 1-Car garage
$3,870,000 | MLS #24-331748
Elegance and location! This two-story townhome offers one-level living and primary suite, with sunny outdoor decks. Corner unit, bordered by a seasonal stream with views up to the golf course.
THE PERFECT LAKEFRONT LOT IN FLYING HEART
2.49 ACRES
$2,275,000 | MLS #24-332050
Nearly 2.5 acres of Paradise! This prime building site is situated on a natural spring fed lake centrally located in upscale Flying Heart Ranch with easy access to the Big Wood River.
EXCLUSIVE RIVERFRONT LOT
2.68 ACRES
$2,850,000 | MLS #24-331857
Build your dream home on this spectacular riverfront lot at the south end of prestigious Golden Eagle. Mature landscaping, all day sun and easy access to Greenhorn trailhead and trails for hiking/biking.
TOWNHOME NEAR THE BASE OF RIVER RUN
3 BD, 3 BA, 1957 SF
$1,895,000 | MLS #24-331596
This totally turn-key end unit with views of Baldy enjoys the privacy of a home with the convenience of a townhome. The proximity to downtown Ketchum and the mountain make it the skier’s dream.
SUN VALLEY’S VILLAGER CONDO
3 BD, 2 BA, 1201 SF, 1-Car garage
$1,450,000 | MLS #24-332362
Upgrades to this remodeled Villager include: Sun Valley Bronze hardware, oak flooring, California closets, Sub Zero fridge, Fisher Paykel DW, custom cabinets, and Carrera marble.
MOVE-IN READY SUNBURST
2 BD+LOFT, 2 BA, 1472 SF
208.720.0680
$1,100,000 | MLS #24-332292 SUE ENGELMANN
Sun-soaked summer days in Sun Valley. On the Elkhorn fairway with mountain views and trees for summer shade plus near the private pool and hot tub. Two new decks for year-round entertaining.
sue@sueengelmann.com sueengelmann.com
COTTONWOOD CONDO IN SUN VALLEY
3 BD, 3 BA, 1369 SF, 1-Car garage
$1,275,000 | MLS #24-332350
You must step inside this beautifully furnished and remodeled Cottonwood to appreciate the upgrades and 3 suite privacy. Easy access to all that is Sun Valley and very close to its detached garage.
TWO ADJACENT HAILEY BUILDING PARCELS
$255,000 EACH MLS #24-331859 / 24-331858
Part of Northridge Village, a pocket community just blocks from the center of Hailey. Featuring mountain views and tree lined center alley. Create your own compound in downtown Hailey.
Summit You’ve Been Looking For
One-level living with bonus loft. 4 BD, 3 BA, 2663 SF with high ceilings. Close to Elkhorn amenities. Eastern exposure has expansive mountain views. Partial remodeled, underground parking, and sold furnished. Call for more details.
$2,095,000 | MLS #24-332348
3 BD, 2.5 BA, 3253 SF home with contemporary finishes and lighting. Easy-care yard, great amenities and NO HOA DUES! Separate off ice. Butler’s pantry. Views of Baldy, plenty of sunshine. A steal and a deal - may be available for
Now $2,995,000 | MLS #23-331326.
THE MURPHY BLAKE GROUP
Mike Murphy | 208.720.3323
Jessica Bower Blake | 208.720.7566
401 Sage Rd A, Warm Springs
Stunning townhome in the coveted Warm Springs area close to the ski mountain and World Cup action. Remodeled down to the studs with top of the line finishes and appliances. Move-in ready with brand new designer furnishings, and being sold turnkey. 4 en suite BD, 4 +2 BA, 3653 SF | $3,875,000 | MLS #24-331465
Sutton Place, Gimlet
Located in prestigious Gimlet neighborhood, this home offers a single-level layout with an open great room. Situated on a private corner lot of over two acres with mature landscaping. The Big Wood River and the bike path are close by. 3 BD, 2 BA, 1656 SF, 2.15 Acres | $2,750,000 | MLS #24-331911
THE MURPHY BLAKE GROUP
Mike Murphy | mike@mbgsunvalley.com
Jessica Bower Blake | jessica@mbgsunvalley.com
Perched high above Ketchum, this dazzling townhome underwent a total remodel in the last year. One step into the private entryway and you will agree that the attention to lodge-style details is nothing short of perfect. With unsurpassed views of Bald Mountain, you will never want to leave. 3 BD, 2.5 BA, 2836 SF | $3,995,000 | MLS #24-331564
Outstanding Skiview Town Home in immaculate condition, just a short distance to River Run Ski area and downtown Ketchum. Features paver driveway and unit being sold furnished. 3 BD, 3 BA, 1957 SF | $1,795,000 | MLS #24-331994
$7,985,000 MLS# 24-332211
New Penthouse in the Heart of Ketchum
This unique offering boasts incredible, unobstructed views of Baldy, Grif n Butte, Back of Dollar, Sun Peak along with the nest, thoughtful nishes. The elevator escorts you to the top-level opening to a gorgeous great room with 14’ ceilings, abundant light and a 16’’ wide stackable slider that takes you to a generous Baldy facing patio.
REDUCED
$1,500,000 MLS# 24-331933
Fabulous remodel throughout with high-end nishes and appliances in this ideally located condominium. Great room consists of generous chef’s kitchen and open living / dining space—great to relax by oneself or entertain all your friends for après or ‘the game.’ Beautiful en-suite master bed / bath with generous shower and tub area. This condo is conveniently located downtown very close to Ketchum’s restaurants, pubs, bike path, big wood river, the River Run Lodge.
$2,985,000 MLS# 24-332342
New Construction in the ‘Heart of Ketchum.’’ Close to everything—entertainment, dining, shopping, groceries—need to walk the dog(?)—Forest Service Park is across the street! The nest, thoughtful nishes throughout this 2 bedroom / 2.5 bath 2,000 square foot condominium with a generous deck on the East side affording sunshine and views
NEW CONSTRUCTION IN THE HEART OF KETCHUM
Last available residence in the stunning 100 First Avenue building offering endless comfort and elegance. Single-level 2BD/2.5 BA condo is beautifully appointed with top-of-the-line appliances and finishes. Floor-to-ceiling “window walls” bring ample natural light into this desirable unit.
$2,695,000. MLS 23-330729
STANLEY | COMMERCIAL/ RESIDENTIAL LOT
located on Hwy 75 just North of the Hwy 21 turnoff. Sitting across the road from the Salmon River with huge views in every direction. Call me to obtain link to the foundation plans, commercial options, well information, architectural plans and more.
$595,000. MLS 23-330377
Suzanne Finch Williams
Suzanne Finch Williams
Associate Broker/Owner (208) 720.3951
Associate Broker/Owner (208) 720 3951
suzannesunvalley@gmail.com
suzannesunvalley@gmail.com
Noah Hendricks (253) 320-4087
Noah Hendricks (253) 320 4087
noah@hendricksandassoc.com
noah@hendricksandassoc.com
209 Sutton Place, Ketchum
Elegant and timeless, this mountain retreat is a legacy property for the discerning Buyer. Remodeled home features a grand living room with dual fireplaces & ground floor primary bedroom. Includes 2 bed/1 bath guesthome.
$16,500,000
221 N Washington Ave., 5, Ketchum
Luxurious 2-story penthouse in downtown Ketchum features 3 bedrooms, a media room, 4 bathrooms and a powder room. This upscale condo boasts elevator access and includes a private enclosed garage.
$4,995,000
87 Browning Lane, Bellevue
Beautiful and private 39.21 acre horse property with stunning views. This well built home features 3 beds/3.5 baths including a main level primary bedroom. Above the garage is a 480 sq ft flex area with a separate entrance. The barn offers 2,300 sq ft with room for toys or horses. A slice of paradise located 30 minutes to Sun Valley.
$1,950,000
106 Limekiln Lane, Ketchum
$7,000,000
Amazing end of the road location near the Greenhorn Trailhead. Built by Bishop the main level includes a great room, kitchen and two bedrooms. Upstairs is the primary suite with massage room, a large office and bunk room.
$16,900,000
71 Adams Gulch Road, Ketchum
Stunning 5 bedroom, 6.5 bath mountain lodge located just north of Ketchum on 4.6 acres and steps away from the Adams Gulch Trail System. The home designed by Janet Jarvis has a thoughtful layout combining intimacy with dramatic open living spaces, making this home a dream for both entertaining and small family gatherings. Luxurious amenities include large media room, 7 replaces, large game room, heated paver patios, library, private one bedroom guest suite, storage lockers in mud room and dog washer in 3 car garage. Built by Grahber Construction.
114 West Channel Lane, Ketchum
Situated on 4.68 acres along the picturesque Big Wood River, with 450 feet of river frontage. This lodge style home boasts 5 bedrooms, 5 baths and includes an 800+ sq ft 1 bedroom guest apt with full kitchen.
$6,995,000
801 N Main St Hailey
This is a 4-plex, stadium seated theatre of approx 10,700 sf. The .64 acre property could have alternative uses for many retailers and includes currently leased 1,050 sf adjacent building. The Main St site is south of Albertsons and north of the Fairfield Inn, across the street from McDonald’s.
$3,500,000
111 Camas Loop, Sun Valley
2 & 4 Black Birch Drive, Sun Valley
Charming home sited on private corner lot in sought after Twin Creeks, Elkhorn. Adjacent lot included providing a rare opportunity to expand, renovate or build overlooking a stream fed pond. Expanded deck with Winter views of Baldy.
$1,975,000
Completely remodeled Elkhorn home on 1 acre lot with big Baldy Views. This gorgeous renovation included all new plumbing, electrical, audio visual, HVAC, water heaters, windows, doors, tile, ooring, countertops, appliances and cabinetry. The upstairs oor plan features Kitchen, Walk in Pantry, Bar, Dining Room, Living Room with Fireplace, O ffice, Powder Room, Master Bedroom, Master Closet, Master Laundry, Master Bath. Outdoor Decks with views of Baldy and Dollar off the entire back side of upper oor. The Downstairs Floor Plan has 3 Bedrooms, Media Room, 2 Full Bathrooms, Mudroom with Laundry, 3 Car Garage and 3 additional storage closets.
1030 Cutters Drive, Hailey
Premier corner lot in Old Cutters, steps away from the park and trailhead. This modern style home features an open floor plan with abundant natural light and a main level primary bedroom. Beautiful fenced yard with mature landscaping, large paver patio and fire pit.
$1,649,500
113 Alpine Drive, Ketchum
2234 Bonne Vie Condo, Sun Valley
Enjoy amazing views from the expanded deck in this well oriented Elkhorn condo. Featuring 2 bedrooms, 2 baths plus loft/office and includes a 1 car garage, additional storage and ski locker. A short walk to the Elkhorn Village Amenities.
$729,995
This fabulous 4 bedroom, 4 bath home has Baldy and mountain views from every room. Located in Lake Creek, just north of Ketchum, this property is on 1.8 acres. Grounds include a small pool, outdoor shower, large patios o ff dining and living rooms, a storage building and large yard. Top oor features primary bedroom suite plus 2 additional bedrooms with bath and connecting sky view lofts. Beautiful office with built in cabinetry on ground oor, living room, formal dining, kitchen with breakfast nook. One bedroom suite over garage and large mudroom complete the home.
$999,000 MLS# 24-332070
234 Broadford Highland Lane — Blaine County
You’ll get a “Country-Feel” on this 1 full acre lot close to downtown Hailey. 4 BD / 3 BA 2,464 livable sq ft with a 3 car garage. GFA, A/C, Gas Fireplace, Etc. Plenty of room to add a barn (for horses or toys) and an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU), which can be up to 1,200 livable sq ft. with a 2 car garage. Pro home inspection is already done. Mature landscaping and the chicken coop is ready for new occupants.
$845,000 MLS# 24-331827
51 Rainbow Bend Rd. — Mid-Valley
Fabulous 1.14 acre Mid-Valley lot located in the private Rainbow Bend Sub. Property is only 5 minutes to Ketchum and 10 minutes to Hailey airport. The valley bike path is adjacent to this property and the subdivision features a sherman’s easement for easy access to the Big Wood River. This is a wonderful Mid-Valley Lot.
1040 Queen of the Hills — Hailey
This single story home is located on a .644 acre lot in popular Della View. 3 BD + Of ce / 2.5 BA. 2,747 sf – 2 Car Garage + Workshop. Also features Two living rooms, Formal dining room, ADA Bathroom, Screened Sunporch, Garden Shed and 24 KW backup generator. Home Inspections are done! Lots of room to add on. NO Flood Plain!
$659,000 MLS# 24-331845
413 N. 5th St. — Bellevue
Nestled in the trees, this home has been well taken care of by it’s one owner. 3 BD / 2 BA in the Main House with a 1 Car Garage and Guest Room with ¾ BA in the Detached Garage / Shop. Many upgraded features including stainless appliances, steam shower, quality tile throughout and an incredible Primary Bedroom Suite! Fenced yard with covered storage and hot tub. This is a must see to appreciate!
$925,000 MLS# 24-332472
511 Robin Hood Dr. — Hailey
Incredibly charming cottage style home in one of Hailey’s most sought after neighborhoods. Extensive remodeling has been completed and pre-listing home inspection has been done. 3 BD / 2 BA 1,888 livable square feet plus a two car garage. Covered front porch and wonderful backyard paver patio. .29 acre lot nestled in the trees and close to trails, the river and downtown Hailey.
$619,000 MLS# 24-332248
1510 Baldy View Dr. — Hailey
Darling one-story home on a very private corner lot in North Woodside Sub. 3 BD/ 2 BA 1,564 livable sq ft with a split oorplan and two living rooms. Vaulted ceiling, cozy gas stove in the main living room, new roof in 2020 and more great features. Attached two car garage and room on the lot to potentially add an ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit). Vacant and ready for occupancy.
“We all are citizens of the world. What’s good for you, must be good for all. If you are lost, share a plate of food with a stranger… You will find who you are.”
—Chef José Andrés
PIONEER SALOON
Walking into the Pioneer Saloon in Ketchum is like greeting an old friend. It’s often the first stop for locals coming home or visitors starting a memorable vacation. For more than 50 years, the Pioneer has been welcoming its loyal customers with a warm and cozy atmosphere that feels more like someone’s home than a restaurant. Renowned for perfectly aged and flavorful beef, many varieties of seafood, fresh Idaho rainbow trout, and Northwest regional specials, the Pioneer is much more than a steakhouse. Unique and historic western art fills the bar and restaurant, reminiscent of earlier days when pioneers settled in this valley. Authentic and genuine friendly service from familiar faces will make you feel as though you have arrived home when you walk in the door. As the locals say, “If you haven’t been to the Pioneer Saloon, you haven’t been to Ketchum.”
Clockwise from top: The Pioneer Saloon originally opened in the 1950s; flavorful beef on the grill; the interior of Pioneer Saloon.
THE SAWTOOTH CLUB
Always busy with a fun mix of locals and visitors alike, The Sawtooth Club has been downtown Ketchum’s most beloved destination for dining and cocktails since the days when Ernest Hemingway himself was a regular there. Nowadays, the place is more popular than ever with an inspired menu offering a mouthwatering blend of creative small plates to share, grilled steaks, chops and ribs, healthy vegetarian dishes, fresh seafood, unique pasta bowls, nightly specials and much more.
In the bar enjoy handcrafted cocktails, 18 wines by the glass, and 12 ice-cold craft brews on tap. Dinner offerings this season include fresh Idaho trout, filet mignon, linguine with clams, chicken Senegalese, mesquite rack of lamb, grilled ribeye steak, fresh steelhead salmon, butternut squash ravioli, barbeque baby back ribs, vegan and gluten-free sesame noodle bowl, Waygu beef meatloaf, New Orleans shellfish pasta, roasted free-range chicken, fresh steamer clams, seared ahi salad, awesome burgers and sandwiches, to name just a few.
All of our grilling is done over a live mesquite-wood fire. We do not use processed charcoal or wood chips, only authentic mesquite logs from Texas. This method of natural wood cooking generates the intense heat that sears in the flavorful juices and imparts a variety of subtle tastes and aromas to meat, poultry, and seafood.
An award-winning wine list complements the wonderful food, and winter evenings around the large central fireplace are not to be missed. One visit and you’ll know why The Sawtooth Club has repeatedly been voted the “Valley’s Best Overall Restaurant and The Valley’s Best Bar!”
DAILY
4:30PM DINING ROOM: 5PM
Top to bottom: Holiday cheer; mesquite-grilled Idaho ruby red trout; selections from our bar; the Sawtooths in winter, our namesake mountain range.
THE CELLAR PUB
Walking down the stairs into this traditional pub is a rite of passage for any visitor to Ketchum, along with downing one of the establishment’s notorious Moscow Mules, served cold in a copper cup and sure to quench anyone’s thirst. Step inside to the cozy bar and restaurant, full of locals and visitors alike looking to connect at one of the wooden tables over dishes like Fish & Chips, Bangers & Mash, or an Old-Fashioned Bar Burger. For the late-night crowd, The Cellar Pub offers a full bar, complete with draft beers and daily drink and shot specials. Music and sports memorabilia line the walls and bar. Head to the back room and you’ll find booths for chatting with friends as well as a full-size free shuffleboard table and a few arcade games. This pub will leave you feeling full—of good food and good times.
Top to bottom: Bangers & Mash; the interior of The Cellar Pub; copper cups for Moscow Mules.
TOP PHOTO BY PAULETTE
PHLIPOT; INTERIOR PHOTOS JOSHUA PILLAR
WHISKEY’S ON MAIN
A fully remodeled space and entertainment venue, Whiskey’s on Main offers lunch and dinner service in a casual, comfortable, and family-friendly atmosphere, transitioning into Ketchum’s late-night mountain town scene after dark. Featuring 16 HD flatscreen TVs for optimal sports viewing, Whiskey’s offers large group high-back booth seating, a 360-degree bar, and a new state-of-the-art audio-visual sound system to support local and visiting performers.
For lunch and dinner service, Whiskey’s presents an elevated pub fare menu, including freshly made pizzas with handcrafted dough. It is the return of downtown Ketchum’s familiar comfort food with classic bar choices, including wings and nachos, shareable plates and more. Find an expanded menu on Saturday and Sunday mornings with their new brunch menu! Recover from a late night of dancing, or fuel up for a large day of adventuring with these classic comforts and creative cocktail offerings.
Offering a happy hour that never disappoints with signature cocktails and local brews, there are plenty of viewing options for your favorite sports teams and games day and night.
During the winter, Whiskey’s will be hosting a number of performances and events for the public to enjoy. Check out their events calendar on their website for the most up to date information.
Whiskey’s on Main is available for private events from intimate gatherings to large-scale events and four different nicely appointed spaces with great views upstairs on the Baldy View Patio, Main Street Patio, and Alpine Lounge, and there’s the downstairs Whiskey’s Main Floor to accommodate any special occasion.
Follow Whiskey’s on Main on Instagram @whiskeysonmain and like on Facebook at WhiskeyOnMain.
FOOD SERVICE: 11AM-9PM
BAR SERVICE: 11AM-2AM
HAPPY HOUR: Daily 4-6PM
LATE NIGHT PIZZAS: 9-11PM
251 N Main St Ketchum
208.620.5496
whiskeysonmain.com
LIMELIGHT LOUNGE
Whether you are fresh from skiing Baldy or hitting the Nordic trails, Limelight Hotel in Ketchum is the place for seasonal gourment food, drinks, and entertainment.
Enjoy the spacious indoor lounge for drinks and dining. Serving the finest local and organic ingredients, the Limelight Lounge is sure to have something for everybody. Try some of the favorite menu items including heirloom tomato and burrata, wild pan-seared steelhead trout with asparagus puree and lemon-butter sauce, grilled lamb lollipops with
tabbouleh salad and lemon garlic Greek yogurt sauce.
Enjoy casual dinner options like the hand-tossed wood-fired pizzas, famous cheeseburger, or one of the healthy vegetarian options. Choose from 12 beers on tap, great wine selections, and creative cocktails. In addition to fabulous food, the Limelight Lounge Happy Hour is daily, 4-6pm. For October-November, Live Music on Fridays and Saturdays is 5:30-8:30pm. In December, Happy Hour will be daily, 3-6pm and Live Music will be Thursday through Monday, 5:30-8:30pm.
MICHEL’S CHRISTIANIA
Few other restaurants in Ketchum are as steeped in history as the legendary Christiania. Known as “The Christy” to locals, the restaurant has been in operation since 1959 when Ernest Hemingway dined there so often he had his own table. To get your own glimpse of ski history, come to the famous Olympic Bar, where photos and mementos from owner Michel Rudigoz’s time as the U.S. Women’s
Olympic Ski Team Coach adorn the walls. Your meal will be a pièce de résistance! Entrées like Wild Salmon in Sorrel Sauce and Braised Lamb Shank appear nightly on the menu in addition to an infusion of specials like the Poisson du Jour and Pâté de Campagne. The menu also features Lyonnaise pomme frites and fresh salads and, of course, Michel’s extensive wine list.
DAILY BAR: 4:45PM
DINNER: 6PM
303 Walnut Ave
Ketchum
208.726.3388
michelschristiania.com
Left/Above: Enjoy dinner in the cozy dining room.
Below: Sautéed breast of chicken with morel cream sauce.
SUSHI ON SECOND
After over 30 years of serving the best sushi in Ketchum, Sushi on Second shows no signs of slowing down. In addition to crafting amazing sushi rolls like the SOS or the Who’s Your Daddy, the chefs at Sushi on Second also whip up other Asian-influenced delights, like Hoisin Lemon-Glazed King Salmon with Sesame Seeds, Baby Bok Choy and Scallion Rice, Spinach Batayaki (sautéed spinach, red bell peppers, garlic, onions, fresh shitake mushrooms with a soy and rice wine dressing), and their SOS-Style Hawaiian Ribs.
Sushi on Second also serves wine, beer, and sake. The praise for this restaurant comes from far and wide. Bon Appetit magazine writes, “Sushi on Second, the best sushi I’ve had in years,” and, framed in the entryway is a menu on which Julia Child wrote, “Bon appetit to Sushi on Second.” Come visit and learn for yourself why a restaurant in Ketchum, Idaho, is making its mark on the sushi world.
SUN VALLEY WINE COMPANY
MONDAY-SATURDAY
11AM-9PM SUNDAY
Whether choosing a bottle for that special occasion, stocking your cellar, or joining friends for a toast to life, make the Sun Valley Wine Company part of your Sun Valley experience. Enjoy fine wine and lite bites in the heart of Ketchum with more than 1,000 different wine choices, and relax in our cozy and inviting atmosphere inside by the fire.
Our menu offers a selection of artisan cheeses, seasonal house-made soups, and harvest-inspired salads, along with the Sun Valley Wine Company’s everpopular charcuterie platters, created fresh daily for your dining pleasure. Start the week off right, and stop by for ramen Monday, prepared with fresh Asian vegetables in a savory broth with noodles accompanied by delicious accouterments.
We also offer a celebrated selection of imported beers, a variety of other beverages, and a wide range of pleasing non-alcoholic beverages. Let us help you select wines for everyday enjoyment or stock your cellar with distinct vintages and rare wines. We can assist with delivery, too!
Our desired and comfortable space can accommodate small and large parties and is available for private events year-round. Join us for the occasional wine by the glass and live music, or attend one of our private high-end wine pairing dinners. Sign up for our newsletter to tay in touch for wine tastings, events, dinners, specials, and new releases at sunvalleywineco.com.
THE GRILL AT KNOB HILL
DAILY BAR: 4:30PM DINING ROOM: 5:15PM 960 N Main St Ketchum
208.726.8004 grillatknobhill.com
From their days as owners of the iconic Warm Springs Ranch to today as owners of The Grill at Knob Hill, Bob and Jolie Dunn understand that pleasing their customers is the key to getting them to come back. Longtime favorites like fried chicken, prime rib, Idaho trout, and a new twist on the beloved Warm Springs scones and honey butter (now popovers and honey butter) have created a loyal following at this beautiful spot. The warm and friendly bar is a welcoming place to relax with neighbors, local bartenders, and hotel guests. Handcrafted cocktails, small plates, or a wonderful bottle of wine and dinner make this a favorite local hangout. Come enjoy the bar after an active day or enjoy the open-style dining room, seven nights a week. Offering curbside takeout on the full menu. Call to place an order or visit the website to order online.
PHOTOS
Clockwise from left: Dining room with winter view; the bar at The Grill at Knob Hill; a delicious meal.
KETCHUM GRILL
The Ketchum Grill celebrates 33 years “new” this season, meaning they’ve been serving locally-sourced, comforting fare for three decades in their quintessential Ketchum historic house. If you need a little inspiration about what to order, chefs Scott and Anne Mason along with new partner, Kaari Harlamert, recommend one of our daily fresh fish specials from the wood burning grill, or the longtime favorite, house-made lemon noodles with rock shrimp and black pepper cream. You won’t be disappointed!
WARFIELD DISTILLERY & BREWERY
The Warfield is Ketchum’s only distillery and the Valley’s largest brewery! Located on the corner of Sun Valley Road and Main Street in downtown Ketchum, the Warfield serves up elevated gastro pub fare in a sophisticated setting with expansive outdoor seating. The cuisine features local and seasonal ingredients with an emphasis on organic food and supporting the surrounding agricultural community.
The commitment to quality ingredients extends to every aspect of the Warfield: all Warfield Beer is made with only certified organic malts and whole-leaf hops featuring an eclectic mix of traditional European styles and cask ales. Warfield’s Vodka, Gin, and Gold Medal Whiskey are certified organic and distilled in small batches on-site.
Come soak up the sun on the best deck in town and enjoy exceptional food and the best beer and spirits in the Valley!
Clockwise from left: Warfield's Organic Vodka, Organic Gin, and Organic American Whiskey; charcuterie board; fresh Organic Warfield Beer.
Wood-fired pizzas, specialty beers, featured wines, and an intimate urbanrustic ambience keeps everyone coming back to this Italian eatery. Beers on tap and an excellent wine selection are cultivated by Adelaide Smithmason, while chef Dave Schenck creates local
favorites like Duck Confit with Risotto, Pork Oso Bucco, and sautéed Idaho Trout. The fresh and seasonal cusine is always changing, making Enoteca the ideal place for dining out throughout the year. Season after season, there are always new reasons to love Enoteca.
Shaved Brussels sprouts with bacon.
THE KNEADERY
For the past 50 years, The Kneadery has been a draw for locals, visitors, and celebrities alike. Since opening in 1974, The Kneadery has been Ketchum’s go-to breakfast spot. Dishes like the Veggie Benedict and the Eggs Blackstone keep regulars coming back for breakfast. With breakfast items served all day, the lunch menu is sure to impress as well with hearty sandwiches and house-made soups. And did you know that The Kneadery is available for private events? So look no further for your next special function!
50 YEARS
Above: The Kneadery on Leadville Ave in Ketchum.
Right: Buddy Murfey BLT on local sourdough bread; Bloody Marys; Huevos Kneadery Breakfast with Fresh-Squeezed Orange Juice and Kneadery Breakfast Blend Coffee.
Sun Valley’s original restaurant, The Ram, has been warming and welcoming diners since 1937. This rustic-yet-elegant dinner house has been recently modernized, while still preserving its historic charm. Pianist Larry Harshbarger brings a classic ambiance to the room with gentle melodies played on the resident baby grand piano. Travel back in time
THE RAM
with the nightly “Heritage Menu”—a series of historic dishes such as pork tenderloin schnitzel and Hungarian goulash— resurrected from the restaurant’s long and storied culinary tradition. Next door, the Ram Bar is an upscale lounge perfect for enjoying specialty cocktails and light fare, replete with plush couches and a view of the Sun Valley Village.
Above: In keeping with the traditional ambiance of the iconic restaurant, The Ram combines cozy surroundings and décor with modern updates. Right: The Ram features fresh seafood and prime steak so tender
cut it with a fork.
VILLAGE STATION
Road-weary travelers of every age will find something to enjoy at Village Station. The train station-inspired décor pays tribute to Sun Valley’s history as an early destination on the Union Pacific railroad line. Enjoy a wide selection of cocktails and craft beers on tap, as well as a crowd-pleasing menu with hearty cheeseburgers, chicken wings, pizza, family-style salads, and more. Four big-screen televisions and ample seating inside make it the perfect place for your group to gather on game days. Take-out is also available.
PHOTO
Above: Enjoy spacious seating inside the Village Station, which overlooks the resort grounds.
Right: One of Village Station's delicious pizzas.
Gretchen’s restaurant is named after Olympian and Sun Valley native, Gretchen Fraser. She was the first American to ever win an Olympic gold medal for skiing in the 1948 Olympics in St. Moritz, Switzerland. Gretchen’s is the perfect place to enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner overlooking the Sun Valley Ice Rink. Conveniently located at the Sun Valley Lodge, Gretchen’s offers a wide range of fresh and innovative selections, such as the Baby Kale & Candied Pecan Salad, Fish & Chips, and Idaho Ruby Red Trout. Whatever you’re craving, Gretchen’s is sure to have something for you.
GRETCHEN’S
Above: Enjoy Gretchen's, located just inside the Lodge Lobby.
SUN VALLEY CLUB
The Sun Valley Club is much more than just a golf course and Nordic center; it’s also a restaurant and full bar open to the public. Young ones will find favorites on the kids menu while those coming fresh off the links or trails can sip specialty cocktails or draft beers. This season enjoy guest favorites like the Clubhouse Shrimp Louis and the Wagyu Corned Beef Ruben, in addition to locally-sourced menu items featuring fresh veggies, meats, and seafood options. Enjoy a large wine selection, cocktails, and beer as you take in stunning views of Bald Mountain.
Above: Enjoy the many offerings for lunch with incredible views of Baldy.
Above: The Chocolate Foundry is located in the Sun Valley Village.
KONDITOREI
Sun Valley’s Austrian-themed bakery and café is the perfect destination, whether you’re looking for locally-roasted organic coffee, house-made pastries, or a handcrafted meal to fuel your adventure. Locally renowned for its delectable pastries and third wave coffee program, Konditorei offers a little bit of sweetness for everyone. Situated in the middle of the Sun Valley Village, Konditorei is a must when visiting the Resort. Enjoy breakfast or lunch in the chaletinspired dining room while watching the seasons change through one of the many large windows. Serving Alpine fare interpreted for the American palate, Konditorei serves up all-day brunch with breakfast and lunch offerings. No matter the occasion, Konditorei has you covered! Be part of the Alpine tradition and enjoy this classic café. Takeout is also available.
Clockwise from top left: Locally-roasted, fair trade coffee and espresso; for a healthy start, try the Cauliflower Hash; endless selection of house-made pastries.
THE ROUNDHOUSE
Founded in 1939, The Roundhouse is one of the most iconic restaurants in the Ski Industry. Perched midway up Baldy at 7,700 feet, The Roundhouse has unparalleled views of Sun Valley and Ketchum. Ride up to the restaurant in style in the Roundhouse Gondola—a special experience that makes for a memorable meal. The restaurant is also accessible by ski and foot traffic. For those on skis, take a break from your ski day at the Roundhouse for a lunch complete with their famous fondue and a beer. Reservations are strongly recommended for lunch and required for dinner. For a special night, make a reservation for a Friday or Saturday night to enjoy the prix-fixe menu including a gondola ride.
SUN VALLEY CULINARY INSTITUTE
Sun Valley Culinary Institute’s (SVCI) new class, led by SVCI Culinary Director Jorge de la Torre’s, is the largest class yet with ten students! “Our 2024-25 class is beyond my expectations,” says Chef de la Torre. “We are off to an amazing start, and I am thrilled for what’s to come.”
While the new culinary students learn, SVCI continues to offer exceptional dinners, cooking classes, and events, including its Wine Club with Louise Shaw for Wood River Valley visitors, residents, and food lovers. Attending SVCI’s events, dinners with Chef Goose Sorensen, and classes directly contributes to its mission to advance culinary education and workforce development in Sun Valley and beyond. Visit sunvallyculinary.org for new dinners and events.
Save the date for the third annual Sun Valley Food & Wine Celebration, January 28 through February 2, 2025—one of Sun Valley’s fastestgrowing and anticipated events for 2025.
Chef Goose Sorensen
Family-owned and -operated for four generations, Atkinsons’ Markets serve the Wood River Valley community as its go-to specialty grocer, where shopping is an experience, not a chore. With one-onone dedicated service, Atkinsons’ offers delivery, store accounts, and special orders for the holidays, parties, or whatever the occasion from its deli, meat counter, bakery, and wine departments, which includes floral.
ATKINSONS’ MARKET
Beyond offering local and fresh seasonal products yearround, Atkinsons’ loyal workforce of over 200 employees Valley-wide, some with more than 30 years of service, knows its customers and their families and will assist anyone at any time.
Atkinsons’ connection to the community through philanthropy or stocking local products, often at lower prices, is also about igniting people’s passion for cooking and enjoying delicious, fresh food, bringing people together to support a lifestyle with purpose and good relationships.
Weekly ads and deli specials with the Advantage Card are an extra value, and shopping online for delivery or pick-up Monday through Saturday (delivery only from Ketchum and Hailey stores) is convenient and complimentary for those over 60.
Stores in Ketchum, Hailey, and Bellevue OPEN DAILY 7AM-8PM