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Susan Perrin showed interested visitors the travel sketch journals she keeps during last year’s tour. Wendy Little of Trail Creek Cabin was among the chefs experimenting with the caviar.

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Saturday evening’s Martini & Caviar Party at Sun Valley Co.’s Roundhouse restaurant on Bald Mountain. Ray studied zoology at the University of Oklahoma and started a catfish farm in California’s Imperial ove over, famous Idaho potatoes. Valley in 1968. In 1973 he went in search of a new, There’s a new product from the Gem better way to raise fish. State capturing foodies’ He found it at Thousand Springs near attention: Idaho caviar. Caviar, or Hagerman which, he says, has the largroe, harvested from Idaho white “A fish is like a est volume of top-notch spring water in sturgeon is touted as being so the world. tasty it’s being called the Amerisponge. It tastes like “A fish is like a sponge. It tastes like can beluga. water it lives in, and our water is so The Idaho Department of Agrithe water it lives in, the much better than many of the waters you culture recently promoted Idaho around the world,” Ray said during caviar at Le Cordon Bleu’s culiand our water is so find the promotional event at the Ram. nary exhibition for chefs in ChicaRay grows the prehistoric fish in congo, and chefs took notice. much better than crete raceways where the water is 58 “Everyone kept saying how much many of the waters degrees year-round. The constant tembetter it was than others,” said perature allows him to harvest roe every Kay Knab at a recent cocktail and you find around the month, compared with places with fluccaviar party that brought Idaho tuating temperatures where caviar can fish farmer Leo Ray together with only be harvested in spring. Sun Valley chefs at the Ram Bar. world” Ray worked with Idaho Fish and Game Knab is on the team at Fish -Leo Ray and College of Southern Idaho in 1988 to Breeders of Idaho, Ray’s aqua-agtake the eggs of Idaho’s sturgeon, which ricultural farm in Hagerman. Fish Fish Farmer at that time were headed for the threatBreeders will play a big role in ened species list. He had to wait another this week’s Sun Valley Harvest 10 years to harvest his first caviar. Festival, supplying the caviar for STORY AND PHOTOS BY KAREN BOSSICK

wo years ago, Suzanne Hazlett took part in the Roaring Fork Studio Tour, which showcased artists at work in their studios outside Aspen, Colo. When she returned to Ketchum, she did the math. It’s 42 miles between Glenwood Springs and Aspen and only 18 miles between Ketchum and Bellevue. Why couldn’t we do something like that here? she thought to herself. “It would be wonderful to gain such recognition for the talented artists we have here,” added Hazlett, an abstract painter who works in mixed media. Hazlett went to work, fleshing out her idea with Sun Valley Center for the Arts representatives. Then, she enlisted the support of Brooke Bonner, a fine arts photographer who had organized a small tour of Bellevue artists the year before. The Wood River Valley Studio Tour was born. Fifty-five artists took part in the inaugural tour last October that stretched from Martha Andrea’s printing and collage studio south of Bellevue to Will Caldwell’s log cabin studio out Warm Springs Road west of Ketchum.

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Fun, Fun, Fun!

Beach Boys whisk Valley down memory lane STORY AND PHOTOS BY KAREN BOSSICK

od Tatsuno was living and playing in Southern California in 1961 when someone told him he had to hear a band that had just emerged from the garage. He paid 50 cents to see the Beach Boys, and he was awestruck. “I remember saying, ‘These guys are good. They’re going to go somewhere,” he said. Fifty-four years later,

The Beach Boys played a week ago Tuesday at the Sun Valley Pavilion before about 3,000 locals and guests attending a Sinclair conference.

the screen during “Be True to Your School.” And feet tapped to the Boys’ fresh renditions of Frankie Lymon’s “Why Do Fools Fall in Love?” and the Mamas and the Papas’ “California Dreaming.” That, of course, segued into “California Girls.” Many listeners always thought the Beach Boys were dissing girls from other parts of the country in the song, Love said in an interview before the concert. “But that wasn’t the case,” said Love, who took Sun Valley resident Nelda Kendall to the prom when the two attended a suburban Los Angeles high school. “We love the girls from all over. We just wished they were all living in California, that they were all California girls.” Nearly two hours after they started, the Beach Boys had played dozens of hits in rapid-fire succession, and still they had

plenty of hits they hadn’t touched. “ ‘Surfin’ Safari’ came out in 1963—and we’d like to take an intermission, followed by a nap,” Love quipped, referring to his A ARP-card carrying status. Audience member Jane Beattie said she would love to see more bands of the Beach Boys’ caliber play the Pavilion. “This kind of musical evening with 3,000-plus people attending on the grass and inside the pavilion is proof that we need to use the pavilion and the field a great deal more for all the arts, including theater and great musical acts,” she said. “Such fun! Great old photos!” Love seemed to catch Beattie’s drift from the stage. “Maybe we can come back and play with the symphony!” he shouted as the crowd cheered. tws

Mike Love, who used to date Sun Valley’s own Nelda Kendall, pokes fun at his status as an aging rocker.

the Beach Boys made it all the way to Sun Valley, and Tatsuno was in the audience with about 3,000 others, wearing his old surf shirt as he had “Fun, Fun, Fun” at the Sun Valley Pavilion during the band’s show on Tuesday, Sept. 9. “It was a little costlier

Surf City during the show, starting everything off, appropriately enough, with “Do It Again.” Black and white home movies of surfing and the Beach Boys’ beginnings flashed on the screen above the group’s members as they played. A wave of hands rippled through the crowd as the

Mike Love didn’t let singing get in the way of an occasional dance with someone from the audience.

this time, Tatsuno said. “But with that magnificent harvest moon beaming upon all those avid Wood River Valley fans, what was not to like?!” The seven-piece band turned Sun Valley into

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WHAT YOU’LL FIND IN THIS ISSUE

Bright Start For Dark Series STORY AND PHOTOS BY BRENNAN REGO

he inaugural Sun Valley Film Noir Series got off to a great start on Thursday evening with a screening of Billy Wilder’s “Double Indemnity” (1944) at the nexStage Theatre in Ketchum. During the film—which is often considered the first film of the film noir genre— attendees laughed at some the movie’s more dated moments, such as when the leading male orders a beer at a drive-in. After the screening, audience members expressed enjoyment of the film’s twists, intricate dialogue, low-key lighting and anything-but-subtle sexual innuendoes. “It seems dirtier now than the dirty movies we see,” said Vernon Scott—a film noir speaker, writer, actor and director—at a kick-off reception to the series before the screening. He said it took 8 years to get the film’s script approved because it was so suggestive. The series will continue with Otto Preminger’s “Laura” (1944) tomorrow at 7:30 p.m. at the nexStage, located at 120 north Main Street in Ketchum. The series will conclude with Robert Adlrich’s “Kiss Me Deadly” (1955) on Thursday, Sept. 25, also at 7:30 at the nexStage. Tickets are $10 per film and are available at Iconoclast Books, Chapter One Bookstore and Frenchman’s Gulch Winery in Ketchum, and at Copy & Print in Hailey. For more information, email Film Noir Series Founder Jeannine Gregoire at jeanninegregoire@gmail.com.

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Dang He’s Good!

Guitarist Johnny D Livens Up the Deck at Dang’s Thai Cusine

BY MARYLAND DOLL

ho doesn’t like their pad thai with a side of Pink Floyd? Every Thursday and Sunday night, Dang’s Thai Cuisine in Hailey gets a visit from a truly talented guitar player and his Janis Joplin-esque partner. John Djasran, aka “Johnny D,” has been playing guitar since he was eight years old and finds true happiness in the old-school rock, blues and jazz songs he effortlessly strums for Dang’s appreciative customers. Born in Madan, Indonesia, Djasran made the move to Sun Valley 35 years ago and quickly formed a band with his current bandmate, Patty Parsons. The two played all over town as “Mountain Mamma” and even had the privilege of being one of the last bands to play at popular nightclub The Mint before it closed in 2008. “I really enjoy living here,” says Djasran. “My life is the outdoors and guitar.”

Dang’s customers get to see Johnny D in his solo element as he plays some casual riffs before Parsons arrives. A shy yet magnetic figure, Djasran often lets his music speak for him. “I love to play because I love to make people happy. When

they’re happy, I’m happy,” Djasran says. As friends and neighbors greet him while heading to their tables, he often answers them with a sweet rift, a smile, and a slow nod of the head. From 6:30-9 p.m. Djasran and Parsons delight patrons,

Djasran, right, and singer Patty Parsons, left, make a great team. “I retired last year, but when I hear him play I can’t help it, it makes me want to sing!” says Parsons. Courtesy photo

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while enjoying free sushi, saki and the occasional tip. “Dang and I have known each other for many years,” says Djasran. “We started playing last year at his Ketchum location, Thai Cusine, and when he decided to open the restaurant here, we came along.” The deck at Dang’s on a mild September night is the perfect setting to listen to the sultry classics Djasran and Parsons improvise on the spot, but weather will be a big factor in deciding how much longer the duo can play this season. “They will play until it’s too cold for people to sit outside,” says Dang, who is not one to mince words, before he rushes off to take a customer’s order. Sitting on the restaurant’s peaceful deck, listening to Djasran casually astonish listeners while eyeing the last California Roll on the plate is just one more reason for valley residents to keep their fingers crossed for an Indian summer. tws

the way i see it

Fall

CHRIS MILLSPAUGH

Well, here comes the fall. That’s what I’m afraid of. What, the season? No, the fall. Oh, you mean failing in your endeavors. Yes, the fall. But, look around you. The leaves are turning different colors. So am I. It’s the season we prepare for the cold. That’s what I’m talking about—the oncoming cold. You don’t like the cold? Who does? I need warmth in my life. That’s why we put on protective layers. To protect us from the cold. Yes. And people, places and things? Yes, the environment. My environment needs a lot of protection. Well, prepare now while you’re dwelling on it. How do I do that? Cover the parts of you that are exposed. Cover them? Blanket them so that the cold can’t affect you. Isn’t that like hiding? No, you’re still in the game. You’ll just have more protection from the cold. I’m going to need a really big parka. Whatever it takes. Spring and warmth are just around the corner. That would be nice. Button up. Live and learn in the fall. Nice talking to you.

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Gun Ranges Deliver Explosive Entertainment

STORY AND PHOTOS BY MATTHEW BRUCE ASCHLIMAN

n nice fall days, activities are more than plentiful in the Wood River Valley, not least of which is a visit to one of several local shooting ranges. The Valley is home to several gun clubs and places to

Club, located on Trail Creek Road just past the Sun Valley Lodge, offers a full staff, certified instruction and options for rentals and ammunition. Taking aim at clay pigeons is not difficult with Sun Valley Gun Club manager J.C. Dovey and his staff of nine certified instructors who will walk through the finer

on it,” Dovey said. Just this past year, the instructors at the Sun Valley Gun Club gave around four thousand lessons. Sport shooting involves several games that have regulated rules, such as predetermined elevation, speed and patterns of the clay pigeons as well as games that are left up to the developer’s imagination. Skeet is a game where clay pigeons are thrown in sets of two from different places along a 180-degree curve. Dovey said that every skeet field is exactly the same, and the guidelines are strictly regulated by the National Skeet Shooting Association. The individual engaged in skeet has different places to stand and shoot a maximum of two

shells at the clays along the curve depending on what round they are in during the game. In certain positions, clays come one at a time while at others the timing of the clays is either offset or at the same time. Trap is another game that has definite rules, set forth by the American Trap Shooting Association, and unlike skeet in which clays come from different directions, trap involves targeting clays that are traveling away from the shooter. There is variation in the path of the clay during trap shooting since the clay thrower oscillates back and forth, adding a bit more surprise for the shooter. Sporting clays is a game during which anything can happen. The fields are much

The Sun Valley Gun Club staff. From left to right: Gary Goodenough, Stu Hurst, Billy Collins, J.C. Dovey.

discharge firearms. The Sun Valley Gun Club and the Hurtig Shooting Center are two of them that are open to the public. The Hurtig Shooting Center, located north of downtown Hailey at 705 Ohio Gulch Road, gives shooters full access to trap, skeet, sporting clays, rentals and ammunition and offers the only pistol and rifle range in the Wood River Valley. The Sun Valley Gun

points of skeet, trap and sporting clays with anyone who has the gumption to step through the door. “We get guests in here that have never held a gun in their hands,” Dovey said in an interview. Offering free instruction helps guests become acquainted with shotguns and safety measures, and after they finish they “have a whole different perspective

Jody Adams, left, tracks a clay pigeon as Jay Cassell, right, takes his shot at the Hurtig Shooting Center.

like golf courses, for there are no limitations save for the designer’s imagination. Clays may be thrown into the air from a myriad of different places and can also roll on the ground as “rabbits”. Trap and skeet are played worldwide and are deeply competitive. The only shooting sport not at the Olympic level is sporting clays. However, one does not have to be an Olympian to enjoy any one of the games offered by the local shooting ranges.

Hunter Education

Any person who wants to obtain a hunting license in Idaho must complete a hunter education course if born after January 1, 1975 (unless he or she has held a hunting license from another state). There are two main types of education classes, one for firearms and the other for archery. However, trapping education is also available. For hunters and bow hunters, the courses are very similar, with the option for instructor-led classes recommended for youths ages 9-14 and internet courses recommended for self-paced learners or adults wishing to obtain an Idaho hunting license. The courses cover a variety of topics such as hunting ethics, sportsmanship, survival and first aid, Idaho hunting rules and regulations and wildlife conservation and management. In addition, the bow hunter education course includes tree-stand safety, shot placement, and trailing. After passing a written final exam, both types of education require a “field day” during which the enrollee must prove knowledgeable of the course material and competently operate either a firearm or bow. The firearm “field day” does not require live fire, but uses non-fire training guns. It is recommended that an individual sign up for hunter education prior to June 30 since the availability of the “field day” becomes slimmer as the summer passes. Online courses are available through two entities and cost about $30, while the field day cost is $8. For more information on available courses, visit idahofishandgame.idaho. gov.

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Wood River Insurance Helps Hunger Coalition

A dozen Wood River Insurance (WRI) employees present The Hunger Coalition with a $3,500 check on Wednesday, Sept. 10, at The Hunger Coalition’s Hope Garden in Hailey. The WRI employees raised the money by participating in Safeco Insurance’s Make More Happen Award. The employees won the first $3,000 by telling the story of how they’d bagged 80 bags of dog food through the local Paws for Hunger program; that placed WRI in the top 30 companies of a thousand companies across the nation vying for the award. Then, they cajoled Sun Valley-area residents into voting for WRI as their favorite charity of the thirty, adding another $500 to WRI’s winnings by securing the firm a third-place finish overall. “We dedicated a lot of hours, and it paid off,” said Mark Balcos, chairman of the insurance company. “And we were competing against companies from larger cities.” Hunger Coalition Director Jeanne Liston said the check is most welcome as the organization gears up for its busiest season. In addition to WRI’s check, Starbucks in Ketchum recently donated 3,000 steel oat cups to the Coalition’s Snack Pack Program. Last year, the Coalition distributed 4,540 meals and snacks to about 200 kids per week. To become a snack pack volunteer, call the Hunger Coalition at 788-0121. Photo by Karen Bossick

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Redefining the Classroom High School switches to Chromebooks

BY MARYLAND DOLL

“My dog ate my homework” is no longer a valid excuse at Wood River High School thanks to some recent technology upgrades. The school district is in the process of making the move to a 1:1 Chromebook/BYOD (bring your own device) environment for the 2014-2015 school year. This means one tablet/laptop per student will be available as the school tries to shrift learning online. “The primary use of Chromebooks in a school setting is to type and collaborate on documents, spreadsheets and presentations and share assignments with classmates and teachers through Google Drive,” said Dave Guymon, Blaine County School District’s technology integration specialist, in an interview with The Weekly Sun. “Teachers can add text or voice comments to students’ work along with a number of different options for providing immediate feedback.” The school handed out the first batch of tablets on Monday during class.

The school previously owned 325 “older” Samsung models and has recently purchased 275 “newer” Dell models. The

four-step model the School District has been using is “SAMR,” or substitution, augmentation, modification and redefinition.

So, this first year will be mainly focused on teaching the students how to use the Google tablet, ways it can be beneficial for collaboration, online safety and finally how to be a digital citizen. “Digital citizenship means good manners online, what’s appropriate to post on social media, what your search history can say about you, as well as dealing with issues such as cyber bullying and how to prevent it,” explained Guymon. Substitution will be the main focus for now. The goal for teachers will be to

During Spirit Week (Monday was Pajama day) students got a chance to glimpse the new Chromebooks and take them for a test run. Courtesy photo

estimated cost per tablet is $269, and students and teachers will be responsible for making the most out of the school’s large investment in technology-integrated education. Handing out the tablets was only the first step in a three-year plan to successfully make the switch to using computers in the classroom. The

Wood River High School will be getting a technology upgrade this year; Google Chromebooks will now be in every classroom. The school is aiming for a 1:1 student-to-computer ratio. Courtesy photo

find appropriate and efficient ways to accomplish tasks via Chromebook instead of on paper. With this new influx of technology, Guymon stressed that it will be important to allow teachers to build off their own natural creativity as they get used to the new media platform in the classroom. They will be taking things slow at first to help both students and teachers get used to this new, or at least modified, system of communication and collaboration in school. The transition will also be a step toward making the classroom completely paperless, which from a financial and environmental perspective has its obvious benefits. If the High School’s roll out plan turns out to be a great success, Guymon mentioned the possibility of moving this program down to the middle school level, as well. The overarching goal of bringing in the Chromebooks is ultimately the students’ futures. From Guymon’s point of view, they are gaining “21st century competencies in order to better support [their] college and career readiness.”

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Kiwanis Provides Slides To Hailey Park STORY AND PHOTOS BY KAREN BOSSICK

he maples in Hailey’s Deerfield Park are beginning to turn red. But this fall they have competition when it comes to eye candy. The Kiwanis Club of Hailey and the Wood River Valley has installed $22,500 worth of slides and other playground equipment— powder-coated steel apparatuses in bright blue and yellow. Club members cut the rib-

Chestnut and Deerfield Drive. “You’d push on the old equipment and it’d give. The old equipment was made out of wood—I think it had outlasted its usefulness.” A half-dozen children played on the equipment during the ribbon-cutting while four times as many adults watched. A few of the children gravitated toward a spring rider fire engine that Hailey volunteer firefighters had raised $1,000 for. The Sawtooth Rangers plan to install a spring rider pony soon.

through their rodeo concession stand and car show this summer, said member Bob Wiederrick. The Papoose Club donated $2,000; Hailey Parks Foundation, $1,000; and U.S. Bank $1,000, while Wieder-

Kiwanis member Frankie Silveira praised Wiederrick for the research he did in purchasing playground equipment that met city regulations. “I think it will be a wonderful addition to the

Aija Nikolaison sails down the new slide.

Fire Chief Craig Aberbach, left, and firefighter Christian Ervin chat with 2-yearold Drake Haskell as he bounces up and down on the new spring rider fire truck.

bon last Tuesday night with a hotdog feed. “It’s wonderful,” said Janelle Connors, who lives near the park located at

“The best part is watching the kids use it,” said Hailey Fire Chief Craig Aberbach. The Kiwanis Club’s 35 members raised the money

rick was able to raise $2,455 recycling aluminum cans people dropped off at his welding business on Glenbrook Drive. An anonymous donor contributed $5,000 to the project while other individuals and businesses such as Power Engineers ponied up $100 to $200 each. “We worked hard and this community is very generous,” said Wiederrick.

community,” she added. Wiederrick said he’s considering raising money to provide at least one play structure to Hailey’s Foxmoor Park, which currently boasts only soccer nets. “I’m pretty proud of what we did at Deerfield,” he said. “I’m glad to replace old structures that were falling apart.”

The Kiwanis Club of Hailey and the Wood River Valley, which were formed nine years ago, meet from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Wednesdays at The Senior Connection in Hailey. In addition to their summer car show, club members organize Winter Wonderland and the Hailey Home and Garden Show. They sponsor football, baseball and soccer teams; provide diapers and infant formula to The Advocates and The Hunger Coalition. And they provide educational scholarships. Member Jim Spinelli is finishing a yearlong stint as Kiwanis governor in Idaho and Utah.

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BCRD Adds 7 Miles Of Trails Near Galena This map shows over seven miles of new trails that the Blaine County Recreation District’s (BCRD) Summer Trails Project—in partnership with Galena Lodge and the U.S. Forest Service—has opened this summer around Galena Lodge, located about 24 miles north of downtown Ketchum. The new trails represent the successful completion of phase one (which began last fall) of a planned, threephase project to improve Galena’s trail system, according to a recent news release from BCRD. The project will continue over the next two years and will include a total of 30 miles of new trails that will connect to 17 miles of existing trails; 18 bridges to connect trails and span waterways; and way-finding, historical and ecological signage. Courtesy photo 8

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Beloved Counselor Kevin Boender Dies BY KAREN BOSSICK

hole the size of a big bear is being felt in the Wood River Valley’s recovery community as teens and adults mourn the loss of Kevin Boender.

ect Respect and in his own counseling practice. He died on Sept. 2; a Celebration of Life will be held in his honor from noon to 4:30 p.m. on Oct. 4 at Sagebrush Arena, located north of downtown Hailey on Buttercup Road. “Kevin got sober at The

Kevin Boender, who is dearly remembered by many Wood River Valley residents for his achievements as a drug and alcohol abuse counselor, died on Sept. 2. Courtesy photo

Boender, also known as “Gentle Bear,” was a drug and alcohol counselor who worked at The Walker Center in Gooding before going on to work with local teens at Proj-

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Walker Center, then returned there to work,” said his former wife Kristine Boender. “When he began working in the Wood River Valley, he stressed the importance of family involvement—that it was not just

about the kids and their problems, but that we needed to see what kind of support we could build within the family structure. He had a weekly family group as part of the course of treatment. Lots of adults in the valley are grateful for that—he educated them along with helping their kids.” Kevin and Kristine Boender were initially hired by the Blaine County Probation Department to run Project Respect to provide counseling and treatment for adolescents with drug and alcohol problems. Kevin Boender did a lot of fundraising to provide free treatment, and Chris DuPont and his family’s foundation was always among the biggest contributors. Every year, Boender presented an assembly at Wood River High School, during which he talked about how he overcame substance abuse problems and what it meant to him to live life sober. He went the extra mile to get kids residential treatment if they needed it. Kevin’s 6-foot3, 240-pound stature and his penchant for Harley-Davidson motorcycles gave others the impression he was rough and tough, Kristine Boender said. “But within two minutes of talking, you could tell he was kind and gentle—a big teddy bear,” she said. “And adolescents connected with him.” Eventually, Kevin and Kristine Boender started a counseling practiced called Gentle Ben to work with adults. Kelli Young, a branch manager for a local bank, said she remembers Kevin trying to help those at an Alcoholics Anonymous meeting understand the concept of a higher power. “Kevin shared this story

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about how a lady counselor took him outside one morning while he was in treatment and told him, ‘Look at this beautiful sunrise. Did you do that?’ He said, ‘No.’ and she responded, ‘You know what? Somebody greater than you made this beautiful sunrise—that’s how you know.’ What he said made me realize that there is a power greater than ourselves, and that has impacted me on my journey through life,” Young said. Boender had a phenomenal way of reaching young adolescents, as well, Young added. “He just got it,” she said. “My son was one of those he helped, and he is alive and well today and doing great.” Bellevue Fire Chief Greg Beaver recalled his first meet-

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ing with Boender. “He was this big mean looking kind of biker. I thought, ‘Man, this is going to be a long day.’ But then he spoke and it was amazing,” he said. Beaver, who grew up in a very religious community, said Kevin taught him how to forgive people and give them a second chance. He also taught him about doing things for the community and other people without expecting anything in return. “That was huge for me. It really grew me into the person that I am now,” he said. “Kevin helped out a lot of people including myself. I wouldn’t be where I am today without his kindness and help.” tws

September 11, 1927 – September 7, 2014 Editor’s note: Vee Riley contributed for several years to The Weekly Sun’s “to your health” columns. She’ll be remembered fondly by The Weekly Sun Team for her wise words and for striving to make the Wood River Valley one of the healthiest and happiest communities on earth. Thanks for everything Vee; we’ll sure miss you.

pedals of a daisy—all done with wonderment. A oneroom school house provided not only “reading, writing, and arithmetic” but also art and poetry—which I have continued to explore.

At William Jewell College in Liberty, Missouri, I met John Riley. We were married in February 1951. What a ride that was! A plan to be married on the Bride & Groom television show in New York City was delayed by a huge snow storm. Cupid came to the rescue and the knot was tied. John Reddy, host of the TV show, treated us with many gifts including a ceremony in Newark, New Jersey followed by a honeymoon in Atlantic City. The marriage took place in the mayor’s home with Reddy and his wife standing beside us. After our honeymoon the production crew had us return to the studio for a broadcast of our marriage using photos taken by one of their cameramen.

ee Riley slipped away quietly on September 7, 2014 at her home in the beautiful Wood River Valley. Before her death, Vee expressed gratitude for the life she was given. In her own words, dated 29 May 2014… On September 11, 1927, I was received with love by my beloved parents, Betha and Moody Denison, in Kansas City, Kansas. At the age of two, my family moved to farmland in northern Missouri where I recall happy childhood moments; searching for a 4-leaf clover, wishing upon a white puffy dandelion, picking the

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a time of searching for my life’s purpose and exploring new ideas. After graduating from the Santa Barbara School of Massage in 1979, my life changed completely. The next thirty-four years were devoted to Reiki, reflexology, and massage complemented with various workshops. The finale, “The Embrace of Dying” will premiere sometime in 2015. My participation in the film was an opportunity to teach the world about accepting one’s own death. The journey has been an awesome one. Thank you to my three children; Karen, Kate and Jessa for raising me up beyond all that cannot be put into words. My soul is smiling. Blessings to my grandchildren Kris, Justin and Sean and to my great-grandchildren Jayden, Chayse and Gavynn. A memorial service/celebration is scheduled for Saturday, November 1, 2014, at 11 a.m. at Light on the Mountains Spiritual Center, 12446 Idaho 75, Ketchum, ID 83340. Live-stream on lightonthemountains.org. 9

Conference Offers A Taste Of Hemingway STORY AND PHOTOS BY KAREN BOSSICK

his year’s Ernest Hemingway Festival, held Sept. 3-6 in various places around Ketchum, boasted more variety than ever before with opportunities for attendees to shoot clays at the Sun Valley Gun Club and “Drink Like Papa” at The Cornerstone Bar where Papa’s favorite drinks were being served up. The conference drew people from as far away as Myrtle Beach, S.C. Among them: John Hiler, who recalled sitting in a Ketchum bar listening to Hemingway tell stories. And David Meeker, a rare-book seller from Sacramento, who showed off some of the 53 original Hemingway letters he’s collected during the past 25 years. A Friday evening mixer at the unveiling of a new Ernest Hemingway exhibition at the Sun Valley Museum of History even featured Spanish wines Sean Poole, of Myrtle Beach, S.C., and Scott Burton, of The Community Library, up to a reception in Forest Service Park dressed as Hemingway might have that Hemingway might have bike dressed during his Parisian days. consumed in Pamplona. “Likely, however, these as twins, including dressing the Native Americans when wines are better than he could Hemingway in girls’ clothes for the family spent summers on have afforded,” said Commuthe first few years of his life. Walloon Lake in Northern nity Library Trustee Lyman His home library had all the Michigan. Ernest went with Drake, holding a bottle that classics from Shakespeare and him, probably internalizing one had been donated to the library. to Dickens—and the Hemingof the themes that repeatedly Nancy Sidelar, author of way children were expected to shows up in his stories: How “Influencing Hemingway,” told read them all. people confront death. the 110 attendees that HemingHis physician father did In school, Hemingway played way’s mom raised the future pro-bono medical work for cello in the school orchestra and author and his older sister

varsity football. He also participated in the rifle club, played Beau Brummel in the school play and edited the newspaper. An ambulance driver, he was the first American injured in World War I—his parents focused on his heroism, not on the knee that had practically

Marlene Dietrich praised him for actually doing the things that most men only dream of, Sidelar said. Hemingway himself told writer George Plimpton that “once writing has become your greatest vice, only death can stop it.”

Collectors brought out a picture of Ernest Hemingway outside his home, which was built with concrete like the Sun Valley Lodge.

been blown off. And his wife Martha Gellhorn detested his hunting trophies because she thought they were unsanitary. “Her father was a doctor who tried to make the Hemingway home look like hospital,” Sidelar said. Though Hemingway has gotten a bad rap, actress

That came for Hemingway at his own hand—in Ketchum, which provided a welcoming place for him to hunt and fish in a world that had changed radically. “Sun Valley was the best place for this man,” said Ada Rosa Rosales, director of Hemingway’s Cuban home. tws

Going Green

“The Girl with the Green Hair,” photo by Bali Szabo. Danielle Steller, 19, poses on Saturday in a garden in Hailey. Steller works at Atkinsons’ Market in Hailey and enjoys the youthful fashion statement her vibrant locks portray.

Coffee Grinder Serves ‘Free-dom’

Susie King wears red, white and blue at Coffee Grinder’s “free-dom” event on Thursday morning, Sept 11. Nikki Potts, the café’s owner, served up free coffee in remembrance of those lost on 9/11. “I remember when 9-11 happened, every building, every car had little flags waving,” King said. “A lot of times we go about life and forget about some of the things that are so meaningful to us, so I thought this would be a good way to take pause and remember.” Photo by Karen Bossick

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BY JULIE MOLEMA, THE HUNGER COALITION

ur streets are once again alive with the sounds of buses and ringing bells. It’s back to school time! For many kids, this time of year is causing some serious stress… but not for the reasons one may think. Along with the homework and discipline of school life, for some, the long days at school can mean long days of listening to a rumbling belly. We all get hungry during the day and we all know that when kids get hungry, they can’t concentrate. Even in our Valley, it’s not uncommon for teachers to see hungry kids in their classes—kids who aren’t getting adequate nutrition at home, are very dependent upon the one or two hot meals provided at school and who have no access to supplemental snacks which are critical to keeping them alert and productive through the day. “I would say there are kids who go home who don’t have food, and they are ashamed of it,” said one Wood River High School student. “They come to school and the only food they get is a lunch; maybe

not even that. I know this is true, because I walked in their shoes. If it happened to me, it’s happening to others.” Whenever a teacher observes a child who could use a little extra food, it might be because they skipped breakfast or lunch, didn’t eat an adequate meal, or simply could just use a snack. With a 42 percent average of the entire Blaine County student body receiving free and reduced-price lunch, we are facing the fact that food insecurity exists in our community. The Hunger Coalition, school administration and concerned community members are coming together to make sure no child goes hungry. Ever. Recently, one teacher told a story about opening her own lunchbox to share with a consistently hungry boy in her class. This story, along with many others, is why The Hunger Coalition started its pilot program this year called “Daily Bites.” With this new program, teachers have access to free, healthy, supplemental foods to give to hungry kids. This year, the Blaine County School District is

changing their nutrition policy to promote and protect children’s health, well-being and ability to learn by supporting healthy eating, physical activity and emotional wellness. In addition to Daily Bites, The Hunger Coalition collaborates with the school district on many programs, keeping kids fed throughout the school year and even over the summer. The Summer Food Program included free breakfast and lunch at Hailey Elementary and Lunch in the Park, where kids got a free sack lunch in Woodside. This year, the Summer Food Program fed over 450 kids, providing 9,487 breakfasts, lunches and snacks. The Hunger Coalition’s Snack Pack Program helps keep close to 200 kids fed on evenings and weekends through the school year. If your family or a family you know is struggling to make ends meet, contact the social worker at your child’s school for more information on these and other important programs that help ensure our children thrive and grow into healthy, productive community members.

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BY LORI NURGE

his is the second article in a three-part series introducing the most common investment securities. In our last article we discussed stocks, and in this installment we will cover bonds. Think of a bond like an I.O.U. When you buy a bond, you are, in fact, loaning money for a certain period of time to the bond’s issuer. In return for loaning money, you receive interest payments along with the principal amount back at the time the bond comes due or “matures.” A bond’s face value, or the price at issue, is known as its “par value,” and its interest payment is known as its “coupon.” The price of bonds will fluctuate throughout the trading day, based on such factors as interest rates, duration (the amount of time until a bond matures), and the quality of the bond’s issuer. When investing in bonds, it is important to note that as interest rates rise, bond prices will fall, and vice-versa. If you purchase a bond in the secondary market at face value, the bond is considered to be sold at “par.” If a bond’s price is above its face value, it is sold at a premium. If a bond’s price is below face value, it is sold at a discount. While all bonds are considered debt instruments, they are created by different entities for very different purposes and carry varying

durations, yields, and tax-related liabilities and risks. There are a wide variety of bonds available, with most falling under these categories: U.S. Treasuries offer the benefit of being backed by the full faith and credit of the U.S. government as to timely payment of principal and interest. They are also exempt from state and local taxes, which make them particularly beneficial if you live in a state with a high tax rate. They are, however, subject to federal tax and may be subject to the alternative minimum tax. Municipal bonds are issued by states, cities, and counties to fund projects such as roads, schools, and hospitals. Income generated on most of these issues is exempt from federal and, in some cases, state and local taxes. Certain issues may be subject to the alternative minimum tax. Corporate bonds are issued by companies to fund expansion, facilities, and other needs. Unlike stocks, owning a corporate bond does not give you an ownership stake in the issuing corporation. Because corporate bonds carry a higher degree of risk than Treasuries and municipal bonds, they typically offer a higher rate of return. And the riskiness of different corporate bonds can vary, depending on the issuer. Therefore, it is important to evaluate a corporate bond’s credit quality

using ratings from organizations such as Moody’s and Standard & Poor’s. It is also worth noting that the interest you receive from corporate bonds is subject to state and federal tax. Bonds can be a smart way to earn current income while balancing your overall portfolio. For more information on which bonds may be appropriate for you, contact your investment professional today. And be sure to look for our next article, which will take a look at mutual funds. Lori Nurge is a Senior Vice President/Investments and Branch Manager with Stifel, Nicolaus & Company, Incorporated, member SIPC and New York Stock Exchange. She can be reached by calling the firm’s Ketchum office at (208) 622-8720 or toll-free at (877) 635-9531.

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Fishing R epoRt THE “WEEKLY” FISHING REPORT FOR SEPTEMBER 17 FROM PICABO ANGLER

ith a return to summer-like conditions, anglers can expect to turn their “hatch” clocks back a little bit and expect another week or two of summer hatch reprisals. We can expect a good week of Trico action as warmer mornings should spark this spinner fall back into larger numbers. If nothing else, the spinner fall will be more predictable. The other insects that should bring fish to the surface this week are the Grasshoppers! Frost will kill a lot of these terrestrials, but the warm days this week should make for some pretty reliable Hopper fishing throughout the Silver Creek system! We’ve been seeing a lot of the black-bodied Hoppers with Red abdomens and the fish have been taking them really well. The other terrestrial that is really catching a lot of fish is the Ant. Small, Cinnamon Flying Ants and equally small Black Flying Ants have been terrific as the fall progresses. These little bugs are showing in the heat of the day and well into the evening. They aren’t present every day, and when they are, they normally show up as a “masking hatch” during the Callibaetis activity. If you see a fair amount of fish rising, but you don’t specifically see them eating a particular bug, then chances are you are seeing the flying ant masking hatch. Essentially, the fish are eating a little bug that anglers have trouble seeing, while many other larger bugs are out on the water, but the fish are still preferring to key on the little insect. The Callibaetis remains the biggest and best hatch on Silver Creek right now. Fishing this mayfly all day will bring plenty of fish to the surface. Try the slow moving water stretches for the best action. The Big Wood is coming to life again, with the first signs of the Western Red Quill. The best fly for this hatch is the Hair Wing Colorado Green Drake. Yes, this may sound odd, fishing Drake flies we normally use in June, but when the Quill is on the Big Wood, we’ve hardy found a better fly to imitate this large Drake-sized mayfly. Expect October Caddis north of Ketchum any day now and the Fall Baetis will return with cooler temperatures. The Lost continues to fish well with Trico and Baetis, and of course any red colored nymph as the Kokanee begin to spawn and die, filling the system with red eggs and red flesh from these spawned out fish. Finally, great times for upland hunters as Chukar and Huns open for hunting on the 20th! Happy Fishing and Hunting, everyone.

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WEDNESDAY, 9.17.14

AA Meeting - 6:30 a.m. at The Sun Club, Hailey. Info: thesunclub.org Essential Core with Connie Aronson. 8:05 at YMCA Yoga and Breath with Victoria Roper - 8 to 9:15 a.m. at Pure Body Pilates, Alturas Plaza, Hailey Sue Dumke’s “Hemingway’s Paris” Collection. Now on view at Silvercreek Art (331 Leadville Avenue, Ketchum) is on view through September 2014 Hikin’ Buddies. The Animal Shelter of the Wood River Valley is kicking off another year of its popular Hikin’ Buddies program out at Adam’s Gulch in Ketchum starting on June 4th! All are welcome to join in on Wednesdays throughout the summer, weather permitting. Meet at the Adam’s Gulch trailhead from 9:30-1:00 Booty Barre, Itermediate level with Christina 9:30 a.m. at Pure Body Pilates, Alturas Plaza, Hailey Attitude Hour. Airs at 10 am on KDPI. Books and Babies - 10 am at the Bellevue Public Library. Fit and Fall Proof - 11 a.m. at the Senior Connection in Hailey. Info: 788-3468. BOSU Balance Training. Mobility, Stability and Strength - Slow guided movements. Perfect for all ages, some fitness.. Membership Fee at 11 am at Zenergy. Stella’s 30 minute meditation class (beginner level) - 11 to 11:30 a.m. at the YMCA, Ketchum. FREE. 726-6274. Hailey Kiwanis Club meeting - 11:30 a.m. at the Senior Connection, Hailey. AA Meeting - 12 p.m. at The Sun Club, Hailey. Info: thesunclub.org New Moms Support Group - 12 to 1:30 p.m. in the River Run Rooms at St. Luke’s Hospital. Info: 727-8733 Gentle Yoga with Katherine Pleasants, YMCA Monday’s & Wednesdays 12:00-1:00 & 1:30-2:30 BOSU Balance and movement fusion class at the YMCA 12:15 pm. Holy Eucharist with Laying on of Hands for Healing. 1 pm at St. Thomas Episcopal Church. Duplicate bridge for players new to duplicate - 3-5:30 p.m. at Wood River Community YMCA. Reservations required, 720-1501 or jo@sunvalleybridge.com. SunValleyBridge.com. Kundalini Yoga as taught by Yogi Bhajan. 3:00 - 4:30 PM. 416 Main Street, North entrance, Hailey. For questions: HansMukh 721-7478 Wiederrick’s Custom Metalworks 25th Anniversary Celebration and open studio. 4051 Glenbrook Drive in Woodside Industrial Park, Hailey. 5-7 pm. Details Bob 788-0018 Blaine County Housing Authority’s Regular Meeting of the Board of Commissioners 5 pm at Kecthum City Hall. Pilates Mat, All levels with Alysha 5:30 pm at Pure Body Pilates. Ketchum Community Dinner - free meal: dine in or take out - 6 to 7 p.m. at the Church of the Big Wood. Info: Beth at 208-622-3510 NAMI - National Alliance on Mental Illness’s Family Support Group for family and friends of persons living with mental illness - 6 to 7:30pm at the NAMI-WRV office on the SE corner of Main & Maple (lower level) in Hailey. Info: 309-1987. This is a recurring event that occurs every 1st and 3rd Wednesday each month. The GriefShare bereavement support group will be held Wednesdays at Valley of Peace Lutheran Church in Hailey (corner of Woodside Blvd and Wintergreen Dr) from 6 - 8 PM. Outdoor Tai Chi on the lawn. 6:15 pm at Light on the Mountains. 12446 State Highway Living. register 208-7266274 4 Kettle Bells, Intermediate/Advanced with Erin 6:30 pm at Pure Body Pilates. Trivia Night 8 pm at Lefty’s Bar & Grill.

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Poultry Workshop, hosted by University of Idaho Extension and American Pastured Poultry Producers Association. Topics- poultry health, coop care, breeds, feed and mineral nutrition. Location- 630 Addison Ave. West Twin Falls, $25 early registration $35 at the door, includes lunch and door prizes. 8 am-2:30 pm 788-5585 Yoga Sauna - 8:10 to 9:40 a.m., Bellevue. Info: 208-709-5249. Pilates Mat, Beginners with Christina 8:30 am at Pure Body Pilates. Yoga and the Breath w/Victoria

Roper - 9 to 10:15 a.m. at the BCRD Fitworks Yoga Studio, Hailey. Connection Club - 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Senior Connection, Hailey. Info: 788-3468. AA Meeting - 12 p.m. at The Sun Club, Hailey. Info: thesunclub.org TRX Get Ripped class!! We’ve got more TRX’s coming for a total of 15 spaces so we all sweat and have fun together getting strong. All of our instructors are TRX certified! Call the Y to reserve a space. 12:15 at the YMCA. Movie and Popcorn for $1 - 1 p.m. at the Senior Connection, Hailey. r Gently Used Coffee Book Sale 2 to 6 pm at the Hailey Farmer’s Market. Duplicate Bridge for all skill levels - 3 p.m., in the basement of Our Lady of the Snows Catholic Church, Ketchum. Info: 726-5997 WRHS Chess Club - 3:30 to 5:30 p.m., Rm. C214 at the Wood River High School, Hailey. FREE for all ages. Info: 450-9048. Community Acupuncture with Erin 4 -7 pm am at Pure Body Pilates. (Please schedule with Erin 208-309-0484) TNT Thursdays. Youth ages 10 - 18 are invited to game on Wii and XBox each week during Teens and Tweens Thursdays. Bring a friend or come solo. 4 pm at the Hailey Public Library. September Business After Hours. The Wildflower and Windermere Real Estate. The Hailey Chamber of Commerce would like to invite businesses and the public to the September Business after Hours hosted by The Wildflower and Windermere Real Estate in Hailey. It will be held at The Wildflower and Windermere Real Estate located at 100 & 102 N. Main Street 5:007:00 p.m. FREE Souper Supper (meal to those in need) - 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the St. Charles Parish Hall, Hailey. Restorative Yoga, All levels with Jacqui 5:30 pm at Pure Body Pilates. 6 Ladies’ Night - 6 to 9 p.m. at The Bead Shop/Bella Cosa Studio, Hailey. Info: 788-6770 Cycling & Suds with Sturtevants. Meet at Sturtevants Cycle Haus. Finish at the Sawtooth Brewery for Thirsty Thursdays. 6 pm. T Ketchum native Jordan Noël Hawkes presents her latest project, “Samba: Cultural Consciousness in Times of Transition,” a new documentary film, which explores the effect of world political and economic influences on Rio de Janiero in the 21st century from hosting the World Cup and the upcoming 2016 Summer Olympic Games. Hawkes is hosting a fundraiser for “Samba” at Frenchman’s Gulch Winery from 6-9 p.m An inspiring presentation featuring former NBA professional basketball player, Chris Herren. It’s a tale of a harrowing descent into addiction, a miraculous recovery, and his new life mission. 6:30 pm at the Community School Theatre. Sawtooth Botanical Garden Announces Summer & Fall 2014 Chef Series Dinners. Please join us for a series of Chef Cooking Demonstrations and Dinners 6 pm at the Sawtooth Botanical Garden. Kundalini Yoga as taught by Yogi Bhajan. 6:00 - 7:30 PM. 416 Main Street, North entrance, Hailey. For questions: HansMukh 721-7478 AA Meetings 7 pm at the Shoshone Methodist Church, 201 W.C. St. For more info call Frank 208-358-1160. Holy Week Services Emmanuel Episcopal Church, Corner of Bullion St. & 2nd, Hailey. 7 pm NA Meeting - 7 p.m. at The Sun Club, Hailey. Info: thesunclub.org T NA Meeting - 7 p.m. at The Sun Club, Hailey. Info: thesunclub.org T S Larry & His Flask $15 9 pm at the Sun Valley Brewery. T

FRIDAY, 9.19.14

Wake up and Flow Yoga, All levels with

Alysha 8 am at Pure Body Pilates. LEGO Day at The Children’s Library, Ketchum. All day. Booty Barre, Itermediate level with Jacqui 9:30 a.m. at Pure Body Pilates, Alturas Plaza, Hailey Story Time. A free interactive, skill-building story hour for young children. 10 am at The Hailey Public Library. Fit and Fall Proof - 11 a.m. at the Senior Connection, Hailey. 788-3468. Viniyoga (Therapeutic spine) with Katherine Pleasants - 12 to 1 p.m. at the YMCA, Ketchum. 727-9622. Alanon Meeting - 12 p.m. at The Sun Club, Hailey. Info: thesunclub.org AA Meeting - 12 p.m. at The Sun Club, Hailey. Info: thesunclub.org Afternoon Bridge - 1 to 4 p.m. at the Senior Connection, Hailey. 788-3468. Duplicate bridge for players new to duplicate - 3-5:30 p.m. at Our Lady of the Snows Catholic Church Community Room, Sun Valley. Reservations required, 720-1501 or jo@sunvalleybridge.com. SunValleyBridge.com. Kundalini Yoga as taught by Yogi Bhajan. 3:30 - 4:30 PM; WOMEN BEGINNERS: 5:30 - 7:00 PM. 416 Main Street, North entrance, Hailey. For questions: HansMukh 721-7478 T Girl Scout Open House, for volunteers and girls in the Wood River Valley from kindergarten through High School. 4-6:30 pm at the YMCA in Ketchum Cribbage tournaments double elimination - 6 p.m., location TBA. $20. Call for info: 208-481-0036 T Community Accupuncture with Erin 4 -7 pm am at Pure Body Pilates. (Please schedule with Erin 208-309-0484) Line DancZen Class - 7 to 8 p.m. at MOVE Studio in Ketchum. $10, no partner required. No experience. RSVP/ Sign Up: Peggy at 720-3350. T SStr8up 9 pm at the Silver Dollar.

SATURDAY, 9.20.14

Kettle Bells, Intermediate/Advanced with Erin 8 am at Pure Body Pilates. T Girl Scout Open House, for volunteers and girls in the Wood River Valley from kindergarten through High School. 10-noon at the Atkinsons’ Park Picnic tables T 5th Annual Roadrunner 5K to Benefit Meals on Wheels in Blaine County. www.blainecountyseniors.org/news_ detail. 10 am Storytime, 10:30 am at the Children’s Library. Basic Flow Yoga, Gentle Vinyasa Flow Hatha Yoga with breath work and connection linking postures. Music. For all ages and all levels, some fitness. 10:30 am at the YMCA. Paws to Read 11:30 am at the Children’s Library. SOktober Fest noon-10 pm Ketchum Town Square. Paws Around Town. Come join the Animal Shelter of the Wood River Valley from 1 - 2:30pm at Ketchum Town Square. Restorative Yoga with Katherine Pleasants - 4:30 to 5:45 p.m. - YMCA, Ketchum. Info: 727-9622. Stanley Volunteer Fire and Ambulance Fireman’s Ball. Live Music, Silent Auction, Shuttle from Stanley. www.redfishlake.com/firemensball $10 7 pm NA Meeting - 7:15 p.m. at The Sun Club, Hailey. Info: thesunclub.org S Toy Run outdoor show: Bruce Boyett and Friends on the big Stage 9pm at the Silver Dollar.

SUNDAY, 9.21.14

Holy Eucharist, Rite I. 8 am at St. Thomas Episcopal Church. Holy Eucharist, Rite II with organ and choir. St. Thomas Episcopal Church, Sun Valley 9:30 am. Ecstatic Dance to Celebrate Fall Equinox. Atkinson Park Rec Room, Ketchum 900 Third Ave North info at www.ecstaticdancehawaii.com. The Story. Do you sometimes feel like

you are on the stage of life without the script? You see you have a part to play. You have the staging around you. You may even have a costume. But you don’t know the story! Come and learn The Story, the Bible in easy to understand narrative form. Weekly until Nov. 30. 9 am at Valley of Peace Lutheran Church, Woodside and Wintergreen, Hailey. Wood River Orchestra will begin rehearsing for the winter season on Sunday, Sept. 21, from 3-5 at the Wood River High School band room. Any and all new musicians will be welcome. If you play, or wish to play, violin, viola, cello, bass, French horn, trumpet, trombone, clarinet, oboe, bassoon, flute, saxophone or any other instrument please call 726-5227 or 726-4870 or just show up at our rehearsal. All Levels Yoga, with Cathie 4 pm at Pure Body Pilates. Kundalini Yoga as taught by Yogi Bhajan. 5:00 - 6:30 PM. 416 Main Street, North entrance, Hailey. For questions: HansMukh 721-7478

MONDAY, 9.22.14

AA Meeting - 6:30 a.m. at The Sun Club, Hailey. Info: thesunclub.org Wake up and Flow Yoga, All levels with Alysha 8 am at Pure Body Pilates. Toddler Story Time - 10:30 a.m. at the Bellevue Public Library. Connection Club - 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Senior Connection, Hailey. Info: 788-3468. Fit and Fall Proof - 11 a.m. at the Senior Connection, Hailey. 788-3468. AA Meeting - 12 p.m. at The Sun Club, Hailey. Info: thesunclub.org Gentle Yoga with Katherine Pleasants, YMCA Monday’s & Wednesdays 12:00-1:00 & 1:302:30 Duplicate Bridge for all skill levels - 3 p.m., in the basement of Our Lady of the Snows Catholic Church, Ketchum. Info: 726-5997 Feldenkrais - 3:45 p.m. at BCRD. Comfortable clothing and an inquiring mind are all that is needed to join this non-competitive floor movement class. The Sun Valley Center for the Arts will host a public reception to introduce and welcome Chief Executive Officer Terri Trotter to the community. The reception, which is free and open to the public, will be held at The Center, Ketchum. All are welcome. 5 to 6:30pm Kundalini Yoga as taught by Yogi Bhajan. 12STEP PROGRAM MEMBERS: 5:15 - 6:45 PM. 416 Main Street, North entrance, Hailey. For questions: Marie S. 721-1662 Yin Restorative Yoga, All levels with Mari 5:30 pm at Pure Body Pilates. NAMI - National Alliance for the Mentally Ill “Connections” Recovery Support Group for persons living with mental illness - 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the NAMI-WRV office on the corner of Main and Maple - lower level, Hailey. Info: 309-1987 Casino 8-Ball Pool Tournament 6:30 pm sign up. tourney starts at 7 pm. At the Casino. $5 entry fee - 100% payout Holy Week Services Emmanuel Episcopal Church, Corner of Bullion St. & 2nd, Hailey. 7 pm T Alanon Meeting - 7 p.m. at The Sun Club, Hailey. Info: thesunclub.org

TUESDAY, 9.23.14

Yoga Sauna - 8:10 to 9:40 a.m., Bellevue. Info: 720-6513. Kundalini Yoga as taught by Yogi Bhajan. 8:15 - 9:45 AM. 416 Main Street, North entrance, Hailey. For questions: HansMukh 721-7478 Pilates Mat, Intermediate level with Alysha 8:30 am at Pure Body Pilates. WRVST Group Exhibition. 55 Works Of Art By Wrv Studio Tour Artists On Exhibit Daily: Tuesday – Sunday, Sept 23rd – 28th Aurobora. 340 Walnut Avenue, Ketchum. Science Time, hosted by Ann Christensen. 11am at the Children’s Library. Connection Club - 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Senior Connection, Hailey. Info: 788-3468. Let’s Grow Together (Wood River Parents Group): Let’s Make Smoothies With Nurture, open tumbling - 11 a.m. to 12 p.m., at the Wood River Community YMCA, Ketchum. Info: 727-9622. FREE to the community AA Meeting - 12 p.m. at The Sun Club, Hailey. Info: thesunclub.org Rotary Club of Ketchum/Sun Valley meeting - 12 to 1:15 p.m. at Rico’s, Ketchum. Info: Rotary.org

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UR TAKE A CLASS SECTION IN OUR CLASSIFIEDS - DON’T MISS ‘EM! BINGO after lunch, 1 to 2 p.m. at the Senior Connection, Hailey. 788-3468. Sewcial Society open sew - 2 to 5 p.m. at the Fabric Granary, Hailey. Intermediate bridge lessons - 3 to 5 p.m. at Wood River Community YMCA, Ketchum. Reservations required, 720-1501 or jo@ jomurray.com. SunValleyBridge.com. Yoga Flow, Intermediate level with Jacqui 5:30 pm at Pure Body Pilates. Weight Watchers - 5 to 6:30 p.m. at the Senior Connection, Hailey. Info: 788-3468. Collectors’ Series Lectures The Abc’s Of Art Collecting From Acquisition To Conservation Gail Severn Gallery. 400 First Avenue, Ketchum Community Meditation all welcome with Kristen 5:30 pm at Pure Body Pilates. FREE Hailey Community Meditation - 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Pure Body Pilates, across from Hailey Atkinsons’. All welcome, chairs and cushions available. Info: 721-2583 Flow Yoga, Intermediate level with Jacqui 5:30 pm at Pure Body Pilates. Kundalini Yoga as taught by Yogi Bhajan. 6:00 - 7:30 PM. 416 Main Street, North entrance, Hailey. For questions: HansMukh 721-7478 Belly Dance Class for women of all ages and abilities - 6:30 p.m. at Pure Body Pilates in Hailey. $10/class. Info: 208-721-2227 FREE acupuncture clinic for veterans, military and their families 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Cody Acupuncture Clinic, Hailey. Info: 720-7530. NA Meeting - 7 p.m. at The Sun Club, Hailey. Info: thesunclub.org Seed to Table. Seed mixer with seed inspired light fare, beer and wine. BYO Seeds to share. Proceeds benefit the Rocky Mountain Seed Alliance. 7:30 - 9:30 at Wood River Sustainability Center. $15

WEDNESDAY, 9.24.14

AA Meeting - 6:30 a.m. at The Sun Club, Hailey. Info: thesunclub.org Essential Core with Connie Aronson. 8:05 at YMCA Yoga and Breath with Victoria Roper - 8 to 9:15 a.m. at Pure Body Pilates, Alturas Plaza, Hailey Hikin’ Buddies. The Animal Shelter of the Wood River Valley is kicking off another year of its popular Hikin’ Buddies program out at Adam’s Gulch in Ketchum starting on June 4th! All are welcome to join in on Wednesdays throughout the summer, weather permitting. Meet at the Adam’s Gulch trailhead from 9:30-1:00 Booty Barre, Itermediate level with Alysha 9:30 a.m. at Pure Body Pilates, Alturas Plaza, Hailey Books and Babies - 10 a.m. at the Bellevue Public Library. Attitude Hour. Airs at 10 am on KDPI. Stella’s 30 minute meditation class (beginner level) - 11 to 11:30 a.m. at the YMCA, Ketchum. FREE. 726-6274. Fit and Fall Proof - 11 a.m. at the Senior Connection in Hailey. Info: 788-3468. BOSU Balance Training. Mobility, Stability and Strength - Slow guided movements. Perfect for all ages, some fitness.. Membership Fee at 11 am at Zenergy. Hailey Kiwanis Club meeting - 11:30 a.m. at the Senior Connection, Hailey. AA Meeting - 12 p.m. at The Sun Club, Hailey. Info: thesunclub.org Gentle Yoga with Katherine Pleasants, YMCA Monday’s & Wednesdays 12:00-1:00 & 1:302:30 New Moms Support Group - 12 to 1:30 p.m. in the River Run Rooms at St. Luke’s Hospital. Info: 727-8733 Holy Eucharist with Laying on of Hands for Healing. 1 pm at St. Thomas Episcopal Church. Duplicate bridge for players new to duplicate - 3-5:30 p.m. at Wood River Community YMCA. Reservations required, 720-1501 or jo@sunvalleybridge.com. SunValleyBridge. com. Kundalini Yoga as taught by Yogi Bhajan. 3:00 - 4:30 PM. 416 Main Street, North entrance, Hailey. For questions: HansMukh 721-7478 The Art Of Bronze Casting: What Every Collector Should Know. 5:30– 7PM. 360 East Avenue, Ketchum Pilates Mat, All Levels with Alysha 5:30 pm at Pure Body Pilates. URSD

Ketchum Community Dinner - free meal: dine in or take out - 6 to 7 p.m. at the Church of the Big Wood. Info: Beth at 208-622-3510 6.1 The GriefShare bereavement support group will be held Wednesdays at Valley of Peace Lutheran Church in Hailey (corner of Woodside Blvd and Wintergreen Dr) from 6 - 8 PM. Outdoor Tai Chi on the lawn. 6:15 pm at Light on the Mountains. 12446 State Highway Living. register 208-7266274 4 Kettle Bells, Intermediate/Advanced with Erin 6:30 pm at Pure Body Pilates. AA Meeting - 7 p.m. at The Sun Club, Hailey. Info: thesunclub.org T Trivia Night 8 pm at Lefty’s Bar & Grill. H

THURSDAY, 9.25.14

Yoga Sauna - 8:10 to 9:40 a.m., Bellevue. Info: 208-709-5249. Pilates Mat, Beginners with Christina 8:30 am at Pure Body Pilates. Yoga and the Breath w/Victoria Roper - 9 to 10:15 a.m. at the BCRD Fitworks Yoga Studio, Hailey. The 36th annual Baldy Hill Climb has been set for Saturday, September 27. Participants can pre-register online at imathlete.com or at Sturtevant’s in Ketchum, The Elephants Perch, Backwoods Mountain Sports or at the Sun Valley Ski Education Office at the base of Warm Springs. The pre-registration fee is $30.00 and the last day to do so is Thursday, September 25, so don’t miss out! Connection Club - 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Senior Connection, Hailey. Info: 788-3468. AA Meeting - 12 p.m. at The Sun Club, Hailey. Info: thesunclub.org TRX Get Ripped class!! We’ve got more TRX’s coming for a total of 15 spaces so we all sweat and have fun together getting strong. All of our instructors are TRX certified! Call the Y to reserve a space. 12:15 at the YMCA. Movie and Popcorn for $1 - 1 p.m. at the Senior Connection, Hailey. Duplicate Bridge for all skill levels - 3 p.m., in the basement of Our Lady of the Snows Catholic Church, Ketchum. Info: 726-5997 WRHS Chess Club - 3:30 to 5:30 p.m., Rm. C214 at the Wood River High School, Hailey. FREE for all ages. Info: 450-9048. Community Acupuncture with Erin 4 -7 pm at Pure Body Pilates. (Please schedule with Erin 208-309-0484) TNT Thursdays. Youth ages 10 - 18 are invited to game on Wii and XBox each week during Teens and Tweens Thursdays. Bring a friend or come solo. 4 pm at the Hailey Public Library. FREE Souper Supper (meal to those in need) - 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the St. Charles Parish Hall, Hailey. Restorative Yoga, All levels with Jacqui 5:30 pm at Pure Body Pilates. Cycling & Suds with Sturtevants. Meet at Sturtevants Cycle Haus. Finish at the Sawtooth Brewery for Thirsty Thursdays. 6 pm. Kundalini Yoga as taught by Yogi Bhajan. 6:00 - 7:30 PM. 416 Main Street, North entrance, Hailey. For questions: HansMukh 721-7478 AA Meetings 7 pm at the Shoshone Methodist Church, 201 W.C. St. For more info call Frank 208-358-1160. Trivia night at Lefty’s Bar & Grill. 8 pm

FRIDAY, 9.26.14

Wake up and Flow Yoga, All levels with Alysha 8 am at Pure Body Pilates. Booty Barre, Itermediate level with Jacqui 9:30 a.m. at Pure Body Pilates, Alturas Plaza, Hailey Story Time. A free interactive, skill-building story hour for young children. 10 am at The Hailey Public Library. Fit and Fall Proof - 11 a.m. at the Senior Connection, Hailey. 788-3468. Alanon Meeting - 12 p.m. at The Sun Club, Hailey. Info: thesunclub.org Viniyoga (Therapeutic spine) with

Katherine Pleasants - 12 to 1 p.m. at the YMCA, Ketchum. 727-9622. AA Meeting - 12 p.m. at The Sun Club, Hailey. Info: thesunclub.org Afternoon Bridge - 1 to 4 p.m. at the Senior Connection, Hailey. 788-3468. Duplicate bridge for players new to duplicate - 3-5:30 p.m. at Our Lady of the Snows Catholic Church Community Room, Sun Valley. Reservations required, 720-1501 or jo@sunvalleybridge.com. SunValleyBridge.com. Kundalini Yoga as taught by Yogi Bhajan. 3:00 - 4:30 PM; WOMEN BEGINNERS: 5:30 - 7:00 PM. 416 Main Street, North entrance, Hailey. For questions: HansMukh 721-7478 T Community Accupuncture with Erin 4 -7 pm am at Pure Body Pilates. (Please schedule with Erin 208-309-0484) WRV Studio Tour. Reception With The Artists at Aurobora. 340 Walnut Avenue, Ketchum. 5 pm Kundalini Yoga as taught by Yogi Bhajan. 5:00 - 6:30 PM. 416 Main Street, North entrance, Hailey. For questions: HansMukh 721-7478 Cribbage tournaments double elimination - 6 p.m., location TBA. $20. Call for info: 208-481-0036 TT Line DancZen Class - 7 to 8 p.m. at MOVE Studio in Ketchum. $10, no partner required. No experience. RSVP/ Sign Up: Peggy at 720-3350. T Star Party: Begins at sunset. Experience the universe under the naturally dark skies of Craters of the Moon. Telescopes and expert viewing advice will be provided by members of the Idaho Falls Astronomical Society. Meet in the Caves Area parking lot and dress warmly. SNothing but Heros 9 pm at the Silver Dollar.

SATURDAY, 9.27.14

Kettle Bells, Intermediate/Advanced with Erin 8 am at Pure Body Pilates. Tour Of 55 Artists’ Studios. Artists’ Studios In Bellevue, Hailey, Ketchum And Sun Valley. Saturday & Sunday, Sept 27th – 28th. 10:00 Am – 5:00 Pm Storytime, 10:30 am at the Children’s Library, Ketchum. Fall Festival at the Sawooth Botanical Garden. Paws to Read 11:30 am at the Children’s Library. Basic Flow Yoga, Gentle Vinyasa Flow Hatha Yoga with breath work and connection linking postures. Music. For all ages and all levels, some fitness. 10:30 am at the YMCA. Paws Around Town. Come join the Animal Shelter of the Wood River Valley from 1 - 2:30pm at Ketchum Town Square. Restorative Yoga with Katherine Pleasants - 4:30 to 5:45 p.m. - YMCA, Ketchum. Info: 727-9622. NA Meeting - 7:15 p.m. at The Sun Club, Hailey. Info: thesunclub.org The Sun Valley Center for the Arts and Company of Fools will present a play reading of Lee Blessing’s A Walk in the Woods on Saturday, September 27, at 6:30pm at The Center in Ketchum Star Party: Begins at sunset. Experience the universe under the naturally dark skies of Craters of the Moon. Telescopes and expert viewing advice will be provided by members of the Idaho Falls Astronomical Society. Meet in the Caves Area parking lot and dress warmly. S Karaoke 9 pm at the Silver Dollar.

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and re-entry stress. Four treatment modalities in a beautiful and relaxing setting. Free for veterans. Please contact Karla Davis for more information. 208-3200426 Tour Of 55 Artists’ Studios. Artists’ Studios In Bellevue, Hailey, Ketchum And Sun Valley. Saturday & Sunday, Sept 27th – 28th. 10:00 Am – 5:00 Pm The Story. Do you sometimes feel like you are on the stage of life without the script? You see you have a part to play. You have the staging around you. You may even have a costume. But you don’t know the story! Come and learn The Story, the Bible in easy to understand narrative form. Weekly until Nov. 30. 9 am at Valley of Peace Lutheran Church, Woodside and Wintergreen, Hailey. All Levels Yoga, with Cathie 4 pm at Pure Body Pilates. O

MONDAY, 9.29.14

AA Meeting - 6:30 a.m. at The Sun Club, Hailey. Info: thesunclub.org Wake up and Flow Yoga, All levels with Alysha 8 am at Pure Body Pilates. Toddler Story Time - 10:30 a.m. at the Bellevue Public Library. Connection Club - 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Senior Connection, Hailey. Info: 788-3468. Fit and Fall Proof - 11 a.m. at the Senior Connection, Hailey. 788-3468. AA Meeting - 12 p.m. at The Sun Club, Hailey. Info: thesunclub.org Gentle Yoga with Katherine Pleasants, YMCA Monday’s & Wednesdays 12:001:00 & 1:30-2:30 Duplicate Bridge for all skill levels - 3 p.m., in the basement of Our Lady of the Snows Catholic Church, Ketchum. Info: 726-5997 Feldenkrais - 3:45 p.m. at BCRD. Comfortable clothing and an inquiring mind are all that is needed to join this non-competitive floor movement class. Kundalini Yoga as taught by Yogi Bhajan. 12-STEP PROGRAM MEMBERS: 5:15 - 6:45 PM. 416 Main Street, North entrance, Hailey. For questions: Marie S. 721-1662 Yin Restorative Yoga, All levels with Mari 5:30 pm at Pure Body Pilates. Casino 8-Ball Pool Tournament 6:30 pm sign up. tourney starts at 7 pm. At the Casino. $5 entry fee - 100% payout NAMI - National Alliance for the Mentally Ill “Connections” Recovery Support Group for persons living with mental illness - 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the NAMI-WRV office on the corner of Main and Maple - lower level, Hailey. Info: 309-1987 Alanon Meeting - 7 p.m. at The Sun Club, Hailey. Info: thesunclub.org

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Connection Club - 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Senior Connection, Hailey. Info: 788-3468. Let’s Grow Together (Wood River Parents Group): Let’s Make Smoothies With Nurture, open tumbling - 11 a.m. to 12 p.m., at the Wood River Community YMCA, Ketchum. Info: 727-9622. FREE to the community Rotary Club of Ketchum/Sun Valley meeting - 12 to 1:15 p.m. at Rico’s, Ketchum. Info: Rotary.org AA Meeting - 12 p.m. at The Sun Club, Hailey. Info: thesunclub.org BOSU Balance and movement fusion class at the YMCA 12:15 pm. BINGO after lunch, 1 to 2 p.m. at the Senior Connection, Hailey. 788-3468. Sewcial Society open sew - 2 to 5 p.m. at the Fabric Granary, Hailey. Intermediate bridge lessons - 3 to 5 p.m. at Wood River Community YMCA, Ketchum. Reservations required, 7201501 or jo@jomurray.com. SunValleyBridge.com. Bellevue Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours At Brandie’s Kitchen 401 N. Main St. - Bellevue Hosted by: Brandie’s Kitchen and Diamond D Welding. Yoga Flow, Intermediate level with Jacqui 5:30 pm at Pure Body Pilates. Energy At Zenergy - Grounding Workshop With Erica Linson And Eloise

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Holy Eucharist, Rite I 8 am at St. Thomas Episcopal Church. Holy Eucharist, Rite II with organ and choir. St. Thomas Episcopal Church, Sun Valley 9:30 am. Idaho Horse Therapy: Re-Boot Camp This is a week-long residential therapy program for veterans suffering from

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head of stock would have been about half the size of Road Island and a long way out of town. The entire herd required a labor-intensive Editor’s note: During the fall, moose are “domestication” process that included special dieasier than usual to spot in the Wood River ets for the cows just before calving; six months Valley, according to Idaho Fish & Game Regional Wildlife Biologist Aaron Hildreth. of bottle feeding for calves; a lengthy bonding procedure (from shortly after birth to two-years As the leaves fall off the trees, the large animals are less able to conceal themselves, of age); and six months of uncontrolled, unsuespecially in their preferred marshy habitats pervised grazing with a high risk of poaching. near stream and river beds. The fall is also The animals also exhibited behavioral probbreeding season for the animals, after which lems due to their strong instincts; moose are naturally solitary and require their own space. they tend to head into the hills in search of bark and other winter food. Hildreth warns Moose were also not ideal as draught or riding animals, due to their build. Even small loads that people should appreciate the creatures are difficult for moose to carry or pull up slight from afar as they can be very aggressive. inclines. Despite waning interest and lack of funding, t was a fiction scene from Star Wars; mounted Finnish moose troops armed and the Soviet moose program continued into the trained for war crashed through the aspen 1970s with a group of about 800 “semi-domestigroves and willow thickets of the heartland. Despite their lanky architecture and the knee-deep snow, the charging war moose cavalry responded nimbly to the strategic demands of their riders. The Russian offensive during the Russo-Finnish war of 1939-40 was caught off guard, and its soldiers fumbled in the cold. However, after the first Russian volley, the moose became unmanageable and broke ranks helter-skelter. The animals ran for dense timber with or without their riders. The Soviets saw after final victory in the war some tactical value in the moose and were able to train the long-legged ungulates to be less gun shy. The creatures could live on aspen bark, pine twigs and wood felling byproduct, something Mother Russia had plenty of. Those A bull moose. Wikimedia Commons public domain photo traits made them valuable for other tasks beside war. Secret moose farms and training areas were cated” animals. The Soviets established farms established and the animals were investigated far enough away from commercial agriculture and close enough to large woodlots to satisfy for cross-country transport use for specialists such as geologists, timber cruisers and loggers. the animals’ need for land and solitude during the summer. During the winter, an abundance Moose milk and meat transformed from wood lop to the dinner table seemed miraculous and of wood lop and tree bark kept the creatures near designated feeding stations for the season. was vigorously pursued. Use of moose as dray animals seemed to open new horizons for many A happy cow could produce up to six liters of moose mild per day for six to eight months of of the jobs traditionally performed by oxen or the year. Bulls were kept for breeding stock horses. Some were even kept as pets. However, there were some problems. It only since the “domestication” process for them took 25 square miles of grazing land to support was too labor intensive to be efficient for meat production. a cow with a calf, so a moose ranch with 800 tws

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‘Land Ho!’ Old friends BY JONATHAN KANE

Firefighters Fly Flag of Honor for 9/11 The Hailey Fire Department flew a “Flag of Honor” on Thursday, Sept. 11, in remembrance of those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001. The flag-raising ceremony consisted of former and current fire department members who have served the country in the armed services. In attendance were, Chief Craig Aberbach, Deputy Chief Michal Baledge, Firefighter Lieutenant Phil Rainey, Hailey Firefighters Justin Safely and Dannie Edelman and Fire Inspector Christian Ervin. Bob McCloud donated the special “Flag of Honor,” which includes the names of all the 9/11 victims, to the department for the ceremony. Courtesy photo

ooking for a buddy/ road movie featuring a couple of charming old guys looking for a little rediscovery? Go no further than the charming new film “Land Ho!”. Trying to find something worthwhile to see this summer has been quite a task, but there have been a few gems that fall into the much-maligned ‘feel good’ category like “The Hundred Foot Journey” and “Chef.” “Land Ho!” makes you feel good, too, and is also a fun way to spend two hours at the movies. The story follows two ex-brothers-in-law played

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beautifully by Earl Lynn Nelson and Paul Eenhorn. Eenhorn, the reticent, quiet Australian, is an accomplished actor. Nelson, who steals the show as a foulmouthed, pot-smoking and garrulous seventy-something horndog doctor, is actually a doctor in real life and a relative of the co-director and writer Martha Stevens. The genesis of the movie was actually to get a performance of him on film and take his character to an exotic locale. He’s full of homespun wisdom, like in describing his four sons as one being gay, one living in Germany, one a converted Jew and “one that’s a regular.” Playing a New

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Orleans native, he decides that Eenhorn’s character, recovering from a divorce, needs a vacation that he will pay for and the place to go is Iceland. So off the mismatched pair go to Reykjavik for a series of quietly beautiful adventures. One of them involves Nelson’s much younger cousin and friend who they take for a night out on the town, and the other a funny scene at a spa. Stevens co-directs with Aaron Katz with beautiful travelogue photography by Andrew Reed, all shot in Iceland in October. Not much happens, but so what? Settle back and enjoy the ride. tws

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recently spent a few days in Vermont where, among other things, I met an amazing 98-year-old woman who lives in Connecticut, the great-grandmother of a friend who was killed several years ago in a climbing accident. A short, straightbacked woman who uses a cane to make small, confident steps, she looks upon the world with incandescent blue eyes that miss very little, a mind to match, and a luminous spirit evident in both. Soon after we met and began talking, I commented that she was extraordinarily vibrant for one her age and asked to what did she attribute this vitality. “Bourbon,” she replied without hesitation. Then, after an appropriate pause of appreciation and a chuckle, she continued, “And I don’t spend my time sitting on a soft couch, eating junk food and getting fat while watching all that garbage on television like most people.” We both laughed and she continued to explain that she walks every day, reads extensively and talks to friends and family about the world and the enormous changes in it during her long life. After chatting for a while, she asked where I lived and I answered “Ida-

ho.” Her eyes narrowed and anger filled her voice as she said with a colorful profanity as stirring as it was out of the blue (sic), “That *&!!#@$$$??*^% Butch Otter. He’d like to kill every wolf if he could. Your governor and that Crapo make me sick!” She purposely

and the wolves of Idaho, her response was full of hope, inspiring and as positive as the magnitude of, say, a walk in the Frank Church Wilderness on a clear summer day. She said that in her lifetime the population of the earth has quadrupled, and that of the U.S. tripled, and she has noted the consequent degradation of the environment and the flora, fauna, water and air which supports all life as we know it. She said that wolves are as important to the community of life as humans, and forgetting that is a sign of the sickness that allows people to sit on soft couches eating junk food and getting fat in both body and brain while starving the spirit. She told me that staying informed about the environment is the duty of a responsible citizen of the earth as well as the healthiest way to live. “Wolves have as much right to be here as we do, and they are much less damaging to the world,” she said. Keeping herself educated about and engaged in healing the environment of even a place like Idaho is one of the ways she stays so vibrant, intelligent, healthy and positive at the age of 98. That and bourbon and caring about wolves.

“Bourbon,” she replied without hesitation. Then, after an appropriate pause of appreciation and a chuckle mispronounced Crapo. I don’t know if I was more surprised by such bawdy language, that she even knew about the wolves, politicians and politics of Idaho, or that I immediately recognized a kindred spirit in a 98-year-old woman from the East Coast who cares enough about the environment to be informed about that part of it in the tiny state of Idaho, a long way from Connecticut. When I asked her about how she even knew about Otter (who once called the wolf a “disaster emergency”)

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Focus On Social Change Not The Victims BY TRICIA SWARTLING

Editor’s note: The Advocates Executive Director Tricia Swartling has prepared the following piece in response to the recent attention domestic violence issues have received in the media, especially regarding currently suspended NFL running back Ray Rice. The Advocates is a Hailey-based nonprofit whose mission is to build a community that is free from emotional and physical violence.

he Advocates provides services to victims of domestic violence and has for 23 years. We were founded in support of a young local woman who, in desperation, shot and wounded her brother who was sexually abusing her. Our founders believed that services should be available to people being abused so that they are not driven to take matters in their own hands. The Advocates continues this legacy of support to victims and today provides many services including shelter, safety planning, support groups, counseling, court advocacy, legal assistance, case management, job and life skills

training, and more. Prevention is also strategic priority of The Advocates and we provide education on how to build and maintain healthy relationships. Staff also trains students and community members on how to recognize acts of power-based personal violence (domestic, dating and sexual violence, stalking, bullying and harassment). We teach bystander intervention strategies so that people are equipped to safely intervene and stop these forms of violence. If anyone in our community thinks these problems don’t exist in our community, they do. The Advocates receives over 100 requests for assistance or information every day. Students, teachers and community members polled during our presentations report that 60-70 percent of them have had an act of power based personal violence committed against them personally. In addition, 93-100 percent of those polled know someone who has had an act of power-based personal violence committed against them. The Advocates, when providing services to victims of relationship and/or sexual violence, is victim centered and focuses on providing

services that they request. We do not tell them what they should do and/or judge why they are doing or not doing what we think they should do. We are here for them regardless of whether they are ready to leave an abusive relationship or not. Although we may not understand why Janey Rice is staying, we need to leave her alone and focus on Ray Rice and the violence that we tolerate in sports and our society in general. The question that should be asked is why do perpetrators of domestic violence get counseling or small fines as a punishment versus something of more substance and consequence. How the criminal justice system handles domestic violence across the country should be explored and questioned and changed. We ask that our community focus on social change and not the victims. This is what will lead us in the direction of creating a compassionate community free from emotional and physical abuse. For more information or immediate assistance call our 24-hour numbers at 208-788-4191 or 1-888-6760066 or visit our website at theadvocatesorg.org.

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ayden Thayer, a Wood River High School senior carrying a 3.85 grade point average and a National Honors scholar, lets his actions on the football field speak louder than his words. “I love playing defense because of the physicality of it,” he said. “At safety I can see the whole field and react and hit, which is what I love to do most of all. There is no other sport like football where you strap on a helmet and hit people.” Born in San Diego, Thayer moved here with his family at the age of 7. “My parents just thought it was a better place to raise us. San Diego was right on the beach and although we would go to Mammoth occasionally, moving to a ski town was a really big change, but I embraced and enjoyed it. But I was a beach kid and loved the ocean. After dinner my family would go to the beach and walk and watch the sunset. It’s pretty amazing here with all the outdoor activities. Most places just specialize in one thing but here we have everything – skiing, mountain biking and hiking. There are just so many opportunities. Skiing is my favorite thing to do in the winter. I used to do race team until it became too serious. It’s great how you can be with your buddies and it’s so open and free and how everyone has their own style.” How does he feel about the small town lifestyle? “I think it’s an advantage and I’ve seen both cities and towns. It can be a culture shock though when you travel outside the Valley. Cities

are, for the most part, too chaotic and there’s too much going on. My mom hated the traffic in San Diego and that’s one of the reasons we got out. The only problem with a small town is that sometimes there is not a lot going on. You just have to relax.” Thayer started playing football when he moved to Idaho. “In California, I played soccer, baseball and skateboarded. I knew I loved football from the first practice. It was the team camaraderie that I took to and the strategy. Some people think that the game is just running end zone to end zone but the whole thing is really cool.” Thayer started playing tackle at 9. “As a kid, I played linebacker and offensive line but now I’m a running back and safety. I prefer safety but at running back it’s pretty balanced between running and blocking, although this year I’m going out for passes more. I enjoy it most of the time although blocking is almost more important because you do it on every play.” This year’s team is already 2-0 and has a bright outlook. “Last year we were 1-8 with only three seniors and one was a kicker and the other was only a one-way player. This year we have a lot of experience and we have a lot of sophomores who were on an undefeated team and who haven’t lost since fifth grade. We’re taking it one game at a time.” Thayer’s preference is for team sports. “People can focus on one player and think he’s so good, but it takes a team to make him good.” Those are also wise words for life. tws

This Student Spotlight brought to you by the Blaine County School District Former NBA Player To Speak About Drug Use Former NBA professional basketball player Chris Herren, above, will present a free talk titled “Unguarded: A Conversation with Chris Herren” on Thursday at 6:30 p.m. at the Community School Theatre, located at 1 Community School Drive in Sun Valley. During the presentation, sponsored by the Blaine County Community Drug Coalition and Community School, Herren will take audience members on his journey from addiction to sobriety and discuss how poor decisions threatened his athletic career. He’ll also address themes of gateway drugs, prescription drug abuse, drinking and driving and self-harm. Iconoclast Books will have copies of Herren’s book, “Basketball Junkie” on hand at the event and in the store, located at 671 Sun Valley Road in Ketchum, prior to the talk. For more information, call the Drug Coalition at 208-578-5465. To register, visit tinyurl. com/tws-chrisherren. Courtesy photo

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oday’s average human receives more data in a day than an 18th century human received in a lifetime. Industry and technology increase the number of choices we have—and have to make—exponentially each year. Not too long ago, the milkman delivered fresh local milk in a refillable bottle to our front doorstep. Today, we must review brand, container, fat content, lactose content, even dairy alternatives, then make an informed choice. Thankfully, Mother Nature helps keep one aspect of our lives simple: when it comes to food choices, our seasons guide us straight to what is best for our health, sustainability, environment and economy. If we choose what’s readily available and fresh, we improve our odds of staying healthy. Summer fruits and vegetables, for example, are loaded with vitamins C and E, both of which protect skin from sun damage. Fall and Winter root vegetables such as onions and garlic improve immunity and reduce our susceptibility to the colds and flu that descend upon us each November. In-season produce is more abundant, which usually results in lower cost. A locally grown fruit or vegetable can be harvested closer to its peak flavor—and nutrient content—and spends less time air-chilled or in transport, both of which zap flavor and reduce nutritional value. Support our local small- and midsize farmers and not only do we get more delicious and nutritious foods, we enjoy less pollution and a smaller carbon footprint. Start off your week with a visit to the Wood River Sustainability Center (WRSC) on River Street in Hailey (behind Rasberry’s), Nourish Me on Main Street in Ketchum, or Idaho’s Bounty online and choose whatever is fresh and in-season. Al McCord at WRSC and Julie Johnson at Nourish Me are both a wealth of ideas and information about their fresh, local products. Then, swing by Atkinsons’ or Main Street Market to flesh out your menus. Consider that limited choices require less planning and decision-making, benefit people, profits and the planet, and just plain taste better! Ali Long (415) 306-4551 along@thequigleyfoundation.org www.thequigleyfoundation.org

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Going To The Veterinarian BY FRAN JEWELL

Fran Jewell is an IAABAC Certified Dog Behavior Consultant and NADOI Certified Instructor, #1096.

ne of your dog’s necessary parts of life is going to the veterinarian. Fifty-three years ago, I remember my first dog, Susie, a Brittany

of health care options we now have available. We are also blessed, locally, with so many very compassionate veterinarians that are so kind and gentle with our animals. Making the trip a good one starts as soon as you get your puppy and continues with each visit. One bad experience can linger on in a dog’s mind for a very long time.

I am not sure what Marcus liked more, getting his photo taken or going to the Vet! Courtesy photo

Spaniel, and her terror at walking in that door. She would shake, cry, pant and her feet would be soaking wet from sweating pads. As a child, this vision followed me into adulthood and I vowed never to make any of my dogs go through that. These days, the face of that office has changed considerably. The veterinarian’s office is a place to go for very fun day care, and a place to find loads of toys, chewing items, dog food and even dog clothing. We seem to frequent the office on a much more deliberate and frequent basis, especially considering the level

How do we do that? Here are a few tips I have found that help make the experiences good ones: 1) As part of your puppy or new dog socialization, take your pup frequently just to go get weighed and ask the front desk staff to give them treats. Practice having your puppy sit for those treats adds to teaching very polite behaviors as an adult. Short visits are always easier for a puppy so they don’t get over stressed. Day care is a wonderful way for puppies to get socialization after they have the required vaccinations.

Although, again, visits should be very short at first to avoid over stimulation or over stress. 2) Take your puppy or dog in the office on a leash. If there is another dog there that is very sick, that dog may not have the patience to visit with another dog in a friendly manner. You risk exposing your dog to illness with close contact, but also a dog bite or fight if the other sick dog is pushed beyond their limit. Think of yourself when you are sick. Do you want to have someone new play with you in the waiting room? A conflict between two dogs is an event neither dog will forget making those visits horribly stressful in the future. All dogs need medical treatment, and some dogs simply are not social dogs. Respecting another dog’s space is crucial ANYTIME, not just at the vet office. Even if you are on your way to dropping your dog off at daycare, your dog may come face to face with a sick dog, or a dog that just had surgery. Please be respectful and not allow your dog to visit or jump on other dogs until they get to Day Care. 3) Take your dog’s favorite treat or toy. While waiting in the exam room, sometimes a little toy play or even practicing sits and downs for treats is a great way to keep your dog from feeling stressed about the visit. A few minutes of planning ahead to bring a toy, treats and a leash can make the veterinarian’s office a delightful experience that continues throughout your dog’s life.

s it hard to get kids reading books these days? Not if you pay them 15 cents per page. That is what I discovered this summer when I put 64 books on reserve in the Buhl Public Library, and the kids knew how much money they could make reading them. And, no, they did not get paid until they had gone through what I call their “inquisition.” Farmers Bank gave me an office, and when the kids finished one of the books, they emailed me for an appointment, during which I gave them 30 minutes to convince me they had read the book. If they did, I wrote them a check that one of the tellers would then cash. I want to start the same kind of program here in the Wood River Valley next summer—but

I want to start the same kind of program here in the Wood River Valley next summer—but with one difference: I want adults who believe in this program to adopt a young reader.

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with one difference: I want adults who believe in this program to adopt a young reader. By “adopting” I mean that you would write the check to the young reader and, at least one time during the summer, sit in on the kid’s inquisition. Why? Two reasons: First, I can only afford to finance one program and, second, I want the kids here to feel they have mature citizens who strongly believe in the importance of reading and who are willing to spend the money to encourage them. You may be wondering: why announce this now? I would like to inform our summer residents before they leave because they won’t be around next spring when I start publicizing the program to the kids. Are you interested? If so, email me at williamlsmallwood2@gmail.com.

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Animal Shelter Nominated For Statewide Award

“Pet Pal” Lea Johnson, left, and Betty, right, graduate from the Animal Shelter of the Wood River Valley’s “PAWsibilities” community dog training class on August 22 at the shelter. The Idaho Nonprofit Center has nominated the Animal Shelter, along with about 100 other organizations across Idaho, for an Excellence Award for nonprofits in the state. The Nonprofit Center will honor six of the nominated organizations with a 2014 Nonprofit Excellence Award on Sept 23. “We’re so grateful to those who support the shelter through their time, donations, and goodwill, which allows us to improve the quality of life in our community by connecting people and pets in truly transformative ways,” states Animal Shelter Executive Director Jo-Anne Dixon in a recent news release. Courtesy photo

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‘Feastival’ Scheduled For This Weekend

The 6th Annual “Feastival” will take place this weekend at Idaho Basecamp, located in the Lost River mountain range over Trail Creek Pass. Doors open at 4 p.m. on Friday. “Come be a part of the potluck dinners, camping, music, yoga, dance and more,” states a recent news release from Feastival. “This year features the annual beet cooking competition as well as a cornhole tournament, where the winners go home with the golden beet, and a custom cornhole set respectively. This is a perfect family friendly way to wrap up the summer season,” Feastival organizers urge attendees to bring their fishing gear to the event, but leave their dogs at home. For more information—including online ticketing, directions, and what to bring to the potluck—visit feastival.org.

Climate March Comes to Ketchum

A “People’s Climate March” will take place on Sunday at 12:30 p.m. at Ketchum Town Square to support a national and international effort to reduce global warming. The march at Ketchum Town Square will be preceded by a screening of “Disruption”, a 52-minute film that highlights the potential consequences of ignoring climate change, on Saturday at 4 p.m. at The Community Library in Ketchum. For more information, contact Ann Christensen at 208-720-8183 or Alexandra Delis-Abrams at 208-720-5875.

Ranger District To Conduct Controlled Burn

Fire Management Staff on the Ketchum Ranger District are planning ignition operations on the Upper Little Wood Prescribed Burn this fall, weather permitting. “The earliest we will start burning is September 18,” states a recent news release from the Ranger District. “We’re hoping the moisture we have received will not prevent us from having a successful project.” Michelle Erdie, Fuels Planner for the Ketchum Ranger District, states in the release that daily conditions can change quickly, however, so hopefully the Ranger District will have a window of opportunity in the next few weeks. “We try to give the public a good idea of when we’ll be burning, but ultimately Mother Nature decides on the timing and that makes it a challenge to make sure everyone knows to avoid the area we plan to burn,” Erdie said. Anyone planning to visit the Little Wood Area near Slide Canyon should call the Ketchum Ranger District at 208-622-5371 for updated information and possible timeframes for burning.

Hailey Business After Hours Scheduled

The Hailey Chamber of Commerce is inviting businesses and the public to the September Business After Hours, hosted by The Wildflower and Windermere Real Estate in Hailey. The event will be held tomorrow from 5-7 p.m. at The Wildflower and Windermere Real Estate, located at 100 & 102 N. Main Street in Hailey. “Come and Meet the Lisa Patterson of The Wildflower and her girls and the savvy realtors and staff of Windermere Real Estate as you discuss the latest real estate trends and how to look your best with shop owner Lisa Patterson,” states a recent news release from the Hailey Chamber. “These two businesses are teaming up with The Advocates and asking guests to bring in a regular personal hygiene item to help stock [The Advocates] shelves of hygiene essentials. This will get you entered into a drawing for a coat from The Wildflower worth $500.00.” For more information, call 208-788-3484.

Students Named National Merit Semifinalists

On Wednesday, September 10, the National Merit Scholarship Corporation announced Community School seniors Tara Burchmore, Sydney Hagenbuch, Sara Runkel and Willis Sanchez-duPont as National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists. The four Community School seniors—out of a class of 35 students—are among the 16,000 Semifinalists in the 60th Annual National Merit Scholarship Program, according to a recent news release from the school. The Semifinalists represent 1 percent of U.S. high school seniors and were chosen from a pool of 1.4 million juniors in more than 22,000 high schools based on their results in the PSAT/ SNSQT®. According to a press release from the National Merit Scholarship Corporation, the students will have an opportunity to continue in the competition for some 7,600 National Merit Scholarships worth about $33 million, offered next spring. About 90 percent of the Semifinalists are expected to attain Finalist standing, and more than half of the Finalists will win a National Merit Scholarship of $2,500, earning the Merit Scholar® title.

The Center To Host Welcome For New CEO

The Sun Valley Center for the Arts will host a reception on Monday, September 22, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. to introduce and welcome the organization’s new CEO Terri Trotter to the community. The reception, which will be free and open to the public, will be held at The Center in Ketchum, located at 151 5th Street East. Trotter, who started in her new role on September 3, comes to The Center from Fayetteville, Ark., where she served as Chief Operating Officer of the Walton Arts Center. Trotter comes to the Wood River Valley with her husband, Doug Wright, and three school-aged children. “The position excites me both personally and professionally,” Trotter states in a recent news release from The Center. “I am intrigued by the history and vision of the Center and look forward to finding new opportunities for the Center to contribute to the vibrant cultural life of the area. My family and I are also very excited to be part of this beautiful and dynamic community.” At the reception, John Gaeddert, chairperson of The Center’s board, will introduce Trotter, who will speak about her new role as CEO and remark on what’s ahead for The Center.

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He harvests the his caviar with such roe when the sturingredients as baby geon turn four; rainbow chard, moprices currently rels and grapefruit hover around $40 foam. an ounce. They used caviar “The Russian in a ceviche with beluga from the lime juice and waCaspian Sea has altercress. They comways been the gold bined caviar with standard for cavismoked sturgeon ar, but the United and apple chips. And States no longer they combined white permits fancy belusturgeon with Idaho ga caviar in order to Sun Valley chefs placed deviled eggs atop toast points as they experimented with potatoes, topping the protect endangered various ways to use the caviar. dish with hucklebersturgeon there. So, ries and caviar. we’re stepping up to “It was fun—we the plate,” said Ray, don’t get to work adding that Idaho’s with caviar often,” sturgeon are no said Sun Valley’s longer considered Brian Janego. threatened. “It’s a wonderful While the Russian product. It doesn’t beluga is the larghave an aftertaste,” est freshwater fish added Art Wallace. in Asia, the white Idaho fish farmsturgeon is the ers currently raise largest in America. 80 percent of the Ray touts a picture of one 20 feet long In addition to raising sturgeon for its meat and caviar, Leo Ray—shown here talking with Suncaviar served in the nation’s restaurants. weighing 2,300 Valley chefs John Murcko and Art Wallace—raises catfish tilapia, rainbow trout and tropical It’s one of the most pounds. aquarium fish. He also crated a buzz by raising alligators for 10 years until 2002. nutritious foods on “You see picearth, being espetures of horses cially high in omehauling them on ga-3 fats, said Ray. wagons, their tails dragging behind. Lori Dene, a They’re the most purchaser for Sun similar to the RusValley Co., savored sian sturgeon of the buttery flavor the 20-plus species of the caviar as she there are,” he said. tried the various As Ray stood dishes the chefs court at the Ram had prepared. “It Bar, several Sun tastes fresh. It’s Valley chefs Caviar can keep up to eight weeks if stored in the coldest part of the refrigerator. To store a definitely not from trotted out dishes partial container level the caviar and seal it to keep air out. Freezing it will reduce the quality. a jar,” she said. they’d made pairing tws

More Harvest Fest Fun The Martini & Caviar Party, which will take place from 6-9 p.m. on Saturday at the Roundhouse restaurant on Bald Mountain, is part of this weekend’s Sun Valley Harvest Festival. The event will kick off on Thursday with a Taste of Ketchum restaurant walk, followed by a Swine, Wine & Dine restaurant walk in Hailey on Friday. The event concludes on Sunday with A Taste of Sun Valley, featuring dishes prepared by Sun Valley chefs from noon to 3 p.m. at Trail Creek Cabin. For more Information on the Harvest Festival, visit sunvalleyharvestfestival.com.

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Lyn Stallard painted cowboy portraits during last year’s tour.

The second tour will take place on Sept. 27 and 28, offering tour-goers a unique glimpse into the life of local sculptors, printmakers, photographers, painters, mixed-media artists, jewelers, glassworkers, fiber artists and ceramic artists at work in their studios. This year’s event has

been expanded to include three free Collector’s Series Lectures and an art show featuring samples of the participating artists’ work. The first lecture—on Tuesday—will cover “The ABCs of Art Collecting from Acquisition to Conservation” and will be held at Gail

Severn Gallery, located at 400 First Ave. in Ketchum. Severn will discuss such things as how art should be lit and cared for. The second lecture—on Wednesday, Sept. 24— will cover ”The Art of Bronze Casting” and will be held at Wood River Fine Arts, located at 360 East Ave. in Ketchum. The third lecture will feature a talk by L’Anne Gilman titled “Focusing on Fine Art Photography” during which she’ll discuss the difference between good photography and fine arts. It will be held on Thursday, Sept. 25, at Gilman Contemporary, located at 661 Sun Valley Road. All three lectures will run from 5:30 to 7 p.m. The public is also invited to a reception with the artists from 5-8 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 26, at Aurobora, located at 340 Walnut Ave. in Ketchum. At the reception, attendees will have an opportunity to examine work by the participating artists and pick up tour guides. The guides will also be available at Aurobora beginning on Tuesday, Sept. 23, at the Sun Valley Visitor Center and in the Sept. 24 issue of The Weekly Sun. Wood River Fine Arts owners Tom Bassett and Sandy Gregorak

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“Marketing experts have told her that the opportunity to draw more visitors from places like Boise may lie in the arts, rather than the area’s much-touted recreational opportunities.” -Haslett Co-Founder

said their chance to host the tour’s Mosaic Project last year garnered exposure for their gallery, drawing visitors from Boise, Salt Lake City, Utah, and elsewhere who traveled to Ketchum specifically for the tour.

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Ginna Parsons Lagergren, a fine art painter living in Hailey, concurred that last year’s tour upped the visibility of artists in the Valley. “Not only did we have people drive here from Boise and Salt Lake just for the tour, but we picked up others from places like Seattle who happened to be here because of the jazz festival,” Lagergren said. Hazlett said marketing experts have told her that the opportunity to draw more visitors from places like Boise may lie in the arts, rather than the area’s much-touted recreational opportunities. “This has economic value not just to the artists but to other parts of the community, like hoteliers, restaurant owners and retailers, as well,” she said. “Sometimes, events pull visitors away from businesses. We’re focusing on engaging visitors—bringing an audience to the galleries, for instance. We want this tour to complement our art-centric culture and that sets us apart from other studio tours in the country.” For more information, go to wrvstudiotour. org. tws

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Trailing Of The Sheep Nominated For Award

More than 100 organizations have recently been nominated across Idaho for the Idaho Nonprofit Center’s Excellence Award, including the annual Trailing of the Sheep Festival, organized by the Trailing of the Sheep Cultural Heritage Center. “Our mission at Trailing of the Sheep Cultural Heritage Center is ‘To gather, present, and preserve the history and culture of families and individual men and women involved in Idaho sheep ranching and to honor their contributions to the development of Idaho and the west,’ ” states a recent news release from the Cultural Heritage Center. “The Trailing of the Sheep Festival is Idaho’s Premier cultural Festival honoring the history, arts and cultures of the west. The Festival ranks third in events that provide the largest economic impact in Blaine County.” This year’s festival will take place from Oct. 8-12 with events scheduled across the Wood River Valley. For more information about the festival, call Mary Austin Crofts at 208-720-0585 or visit trailingofthesheep.org.

Bocce Championships Will Return To Ketchum

The fourth annual Night Bocce World Championships will return to Ketchum on Friday at Atkinson Park. Proceeds from the event, organized by Mountain Niceness Productions, will benefit the Idaho Social Learning Center, which specializes in helping individuals who struggle to navigate the social world and develop social relationships. “Since this is the only night bocce all-terrain tournament on record, you need to bring your full game,” states event organizer Danny Walton in a recent news release. Registration will start at 5:30 p.m. and the tourney starts at 6 p.m. Thirty-two two person teams will “throw it down” NCAA tournament style, the release states. Entry is $20 per person and includes beer and a bocce set. There will also be music and a barbecue. “This is a family friendly fun event and kids will have their own brackets,” the release states. “Kids will also have lower entry fees.” For more information, visit tinyurl.com/tws-bocce.

Wood River Orchestra To Start Rehearsals

Wood River Orchestra will begin rehearsing for the winter season on Sunday, Sept. 21, from 3-5 p.m. at the Wood River High School band room. “Any and all new musicians will be welcome,” states a recent news release from the orchestra. “If you play, or wish to play, violin, viola, cello, bass, French horn, trumpet, trombone, clarinet, oboe, bassoon, flute, saxophone or any other instrument please call 726-5227 or 7264870 or just show up at our rehearsal.”

Realtors Recognized for Million-Dollar Successes

Katherine Rixon and Rob Cronin, of Keller Williams Sun Valley, have been recognized by the Institute for Luxury Home Marketing for their recent performance in the million-dollar and above luxury home market within the Sun Valley area. Members of the Million Dollar Guild are Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialists® (CLHMS) who have documented their success in assisting affluent buyers and sellers with million-dollar properties. The recognition is awarded by the Institute for Luxury Home Marketing, which trains real estate agents in the luxury home market and awards international designations to those who meet stringent performance standards. Rixon & Cronin are an award-winning sales team who specialize in the Sun Valley luxury home market. Katherine and Rob are also very active in the community and believe in giving back. Each year they donate 5 percent of their sales commissions to local non-profit organizations. For insights into the current state of the real estate market, contact Katherine Rixon or Rob Cronin at Keller Williams Sun Valley Southern Idaho by calling 208-622-7722 or emailing krixon@svbrokers.com or robcronin@svbrokers.com.

Snack Packs Help Keep Hungry Kids Healthy

Getting kids to eat healthy foods is often the biggest hurdle for parents on a tight budget. The Hunger Coalition’s Snack Pack Program, introduced in 2008, helps families in need keep their kids fueled up with bags of healthy supplemental meals and snacks each week. Kids in local schools can receive tasty and nutritious items through The Hunger Coalition to help them stay active and productive while outside the safety net of school meal programs. The Snack Packs contain fresh fruits, fun proteins and kid-friendly options. Thanks to generous donors, The Hunger Coalition is able to provide Snack Packs at no cost. Interested parents are encouraged to contact The Hunger Coalition at 208-788-0121 for more information.

Stanley Firemen’s Ball Set For This Weekend

Redfish Lake Lodge, located about 60 miles north of downtown Ketchum, will host Stanley’s Annual Firemen’s Ball on Saturday from 7 p.m. to midnight. The event is the Stanley Volunteer Fire Department’s largest yearly fundraiser and provides a wonderful opportunity for friends, family, and anyone who enjoys the Sawtooth Mountains’ splendor in safety to reward the hardworking men and women who keep recreationists protected. “There will be plenty of chances for fun and charity at this lively mountain gathering, so be sure to strap on your dancing shoes and save some room for a drink or two,” states a recent news release from the Department. “Live music by Boise locals Buckskin Bible Revue will kick off a wonderful night of rock and roll styled bluegrass, affectionately deemed ‘dance-grass,’ at 9 p.m. in the Lodge. This awesome group is sure to keep the night rocking and feet stomping as we raise money to support the area’s emergency crews.” Donations will be accepted throughout the evening in addition to other fundraising events such as a silent auction. Admission costs $10. A free shuttle will be offered between Stanley and the Lodge until 1 a.m. on Sunday. “This is one of our favorite events of the year,” states Jeff Clegg, the Lodge’s general manager, in the release. “This is a perfect time to reward all our volunteers for the hard work they put in throughout the year. They’ve saved our skin a lot over the last few summers and we’re excited to celebrate the effort.”

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