Lots Of Sun & Sudsy Fun
By Mike McKenna
June has a lot going for it. Not only is June home to the longest days of the year, the month is full of fun things to do for the whole family. To help make the most out of it all, here’s a rundown of what’s happening this month.
The Sun Valley Joy Summit kicks off on June 11. Now in its third year, the Joy Summit has a pretty simple mission: bring joy to yourself and others. To find out how to bring more joy into your life or to find out more about their impressive line-up of presenters, go to SunValleyJoySummit.com.
The Monster Truck Insanity Tour returns to the Hailey rodeo grounds on June 14. The tour includes a pre-show Insanity Fest where folks can get up and personal with the Monster Trucks. Get tickets at SunValleyMonsterTrucks.com.
The Chamber’s monthly Business After Hours, or “BAH,” will be at Dr. Crais and Copy & Print on South River Street in Hailey on Thursday, June 19, from 5-7 p.m. Everyone is welcome to these free community mixers. Find out what’s happening locally and make some new connections. Find out more by calling The Chamber at (208) 788-3484.
The 10th Annual Sawtooth Valley Gathering runs from June 19-22 and features over 40 bands on seven stages scattered throughout Stanley. Besides offering pretty much non-stop live music for four days and nights, the Sawtooth Valley Gathering also includes close to 20 Adult Workshops in subjects like song writing, banjo, swing dancing, and yoga. They have a Family and Kids Tent again as well as the popular “Chris Cullinan’s Stanley Family Jam,” which offer locals a chance to do karaoke with a live band.
And as the Gathering’s founder, James Fowler, reminds us all, “Stanley is one of the best locations on earth to see live music.”
Get tickets or find out more at Sawtooth Valley Gathering.com.
The 11th Annual Sun Valley Brewfest at Ketchum Town Square on Saturday, June 21, is about a lot more than just beer. And it’s not just because they also feature a boatload of Idaho wineries, ciders and RTDs (“Ready To Drink” cocktails for those of us not in the know). They’ll also be offering sparkling waters and food trucks.
In addition to the food and drinks, there will be line dancing performances, a free bike valet from The Trailhead Bicycles, games like cornhole and a DJ.
“There’s something for everyone at the Brewfest,” Laurie Christian said. Laurie is part of the Ketchum/Sun Valley Rotary team that puts on Brewfest as an annual fundraiser. The monies raised from the Brewfest and Season Ski Pass raffle goes to scholarships for local students. Over the last 50-plus years, the Rotary of Ketchum/Sun Valley has given away nearly $1 million in scholarships and community initiatives.
“Come on out, taste some cool beverages, have fun and support our community,” Laurie said.
Get tickets or find out more at SunValleyBrewfest.com.
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