Park City's New Year's Events This Weekend

By diana

Dec 30, 2011

It is hard to believe that 2011 is coming to an end and a new year is about to begin! We are looking forward to 2012 and new things to come. Here is what is happening this weekend as Park City celebrates the new year:

Deer Valley's Annual Torchlight Parade - The annual Torchlight Parade at Deer Valley begins at 6pm on Friday on Big Stick Ski run. Complimentary hot cider and cookies will be served.

Little Big Town at the Eccles Center - Emmy award-winning musical group Little Big Town will perform a New Year's Eve concert at the Eccles Center for Performing Arts on Saturday. Showtime is 8pm and tickets range from $25 to $150. Go to www.ecclescenter.org to get more info and tickets.

Canyons Resort New Year's Eve - Canyons Resort is hosting an array of New Year's Eve activities on Saturday. It starts with snow volleyball at 2pm, free rail jam with a live DJ at 4pm, and a teen VIP Lounge and Umbrella Bar opening at 9pm. Also, the annual Black & White Ball will begin at 8pm and is $79 for adults, $29 for children ages six to fifteen, and free to children under five. There will also be fireworks at 7:30pm from the ski beach. For more information visit www.canyonsresort.com.

Here are just a few of the local restaurants offering New Year's Eve Specials:

Riverhorse on Main - Five course meal, reservations needed call 435-649-3536

Stein Erikson Lodge - Celebrate the new year at Glitretind featuring a prix fixe dinner menu, harpist, band, dancing and fireworks. Call 435-645-6455 for reservations.

350 Main Braisserie - Will feature a three-course dinner for $95, call 435-649-3140 for reservations.

The Blind Dog - Come try the Chef's tasting menu, or order A La Carte, enjoy live dinner entertainment, and after dinner music and libations at "The Yard" which is located right next door.

Cisero's- Will be hosting their annual Masquerade Ball starting at 9pm featuring 2 DJ's call 435-649-6800 for details.

There is plenty more going on, just check the Park Record for full details. We hope you ring in the New Year safely and we can't wait for a terrific start to 2012!

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Park City Nordic Ski Team Dominates Idaho Race

By diana

Dec 29, 2011

The Park City Nordic Ski Team started off this season's race schedule on December 17th and 18th in Sun Valley, Idaho. The J2 girls team took five of the top-eight spots in the 3.7K skate-style race, and had the same results in the classic race, the next day. Park City's Sophie McDonald and Leah Lange finished first and second in both races.

Because of the lack of snow this year, the Park City ski teams have had to be creative in their training. They have been skiing on frozen lakes, roller skiing, and frequenting the gym more than normal. It seems like it is working because they are off to a great start! The national championships will be held at Solider Hollow in early March.

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Deer Valley Specialist Real Estate Best Buy of the Week: Park Meadows Home

By Delia Reece

Dec 28, 2011

This week our Park City real estate best buy is a brand new listing located in the heart of Park Meadows. Park Meadows is a very popular neighborhood due to it's great location that is close to schools, Old Town, and all 3 ski resorts. Park Meadows also has great sidewalks, multiple bus stop locations, and access to some of the best trails in town. This home sits on the 5th fairway of the Park Meadows golf course and enjoys amazing views. It has a great back yard with hot tub and built-in benches on the deck; perfect for entertaining.

It is a one level home with 4 bedrooms and 3 baths, and approximately 2769 square feet. It features beautiful wood floors throughout, vaulted ceilings, skylights, french doors, and an open floor plan that gives you a warm welcoming feeling when you enter. This home is priced to sell at $699,900. Please see more photos and information about the home by clicking the link below.

http://www.deervalleyspecialist.com/property-details?src=1&mls=9991174

For more information on this property of any real estate in Park City please email us or call us at 1-866-709-8018.

View from deck

Kitchen

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Deer Valley Specialist Real Estate Tip of the Week: Baby Boomers Housing Revival

By Delia Reece

Dec 27, 2011

With home loan restrictions tightening for first-time homebuyers, real estate experts are now looking to the baby boom generation (those born between 1945 and 1960) to bring new life to the housing market.

Most maturing homeowners have lived in one place for many years and have built substantial equity in their homes, which can translate into a large down payment on a new home. According to the National Association of Home Builders, 60% of older homebuyers make down payments of more than 30% on new homes, making it much easier to get a loan.

The other important factor is that this group of homeowners is looking to make a change. They want to move to homes that accommodate their evolving needs. With housing affordability reaching an all-time high, baby boomers are eager to move to homes that offer more amenities and age-specific features.

If you are looking to relocate, be sure to talk with your REALTOR® about what type of home will best support your lifestyle.

For rock solid advice on buying or selling real estate, call Craig Reece at 435-647-8017 or toll free at 866-709-8016. Craig has been a full time Park City resident since 1973 and a full time real estate agent since 1978.

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Our Picks For Christmas Weekend Fun!

By diana

Dec 23, 2011

Christmas is almost here, we hope that everyone is done shopping and can go out and enjoy the festivities going on around town.

Here are our picks for things to do this Christmas Weekend:

"Jesus Christ Superstar" - The Egyptian Theatre's "Jesus Christ Superstar," with Ted Neeley will be performed tonight (Friday) at 8pm and Monday at 8pm. Tickets are $40 to $55 in advance or $45 to $65 at the door. For more info and tickets go to: www.parkcityshows.com.

47th Annual Torchlight Parade at Park City Mountain Resort - For 47 years, Park City has celebrated Christmas Eve with their annual Torchlight Parade at Park City Mountain Resort. More than 100 skiers and boarders holding flares with come down the mountain, creating an amazing site for anyone watching from the bottom. The parade begins at 6pm on Saturday, with free cookies and hot chocolate available starting at 5:30pm. Santa will also be skiing the slopes at Park City Mountain Resort from 9am to 3pm.

"One Silent Night" with Kurt Bestor - Emmy Award -winning composer Kurt Bestor will present a solo-piano holiday concert at the Egyptian Theatre on Saturday at 6pm. An amazing opportunity to see a true musician in a very intimate venue. Tickets range from $15 to $35.

Santa Claus at Deer Valley - Santa Claus will make a visit to Snow Park Lodge at Deer Valley from 9am to 11am and from 12pm until 1:30pm on Saturday. Visitors are invited to bring cameras and have their pictures taken with Santa.

We hope everyone has a very Merry Christmas!

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Sundance Expects Recreation Center To Be Ready For Films

By diana

Dec 22, 2011

Sundance Film Festival plans to return to one of their largest screening rooms this January after construction of the Park City Municipal Athletic and Recreation Center is finally being completed. What used to be the Racquet Club was torn down last year to create the new Recreation Center and thus wasn't usable for the 2011 Sundance Festival.

The City Hall pushed back the opening of the facility from mid-December until early January, with the grand-opening on January 12th. Sundance opens on January 19th. The gymnasium will be configured into a theater with an estimated 550 seats during Sundance. Sundance organizers are very happy to have the screening room back this year, and residents are excited for the 10.5 million Recreation Center to open in 2012!

To see more on this subject see this article in The Park Record: http://www.parkrecord.com/ci_19587452

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Deer Valley Specialist Real Estate Best Buy of the Week

By Delia Reece

Dec 21, 2011

Our real estate best buy of the week is in the affluent neighborhood of Promontory which has amazing views of all of Park City and 2 world-class private golf courses. In the winter you can cross-country ski or snow-shoe it's miles and miles of trails. Promontory also has a Clubhouse with indoor/outdoor pool, spa, tennis complex, Cafe, and fitness center, along with activities for the whole family.

This home we are featuring as our best buy has 4 bedrooms, 5 baths, and approximately 4450 square feet, all on one level. It's floor plan is very open and has tons of windows and vaulted ceilings to let plenty of light in. It is a short sale with an original price of $1,325,000 and now listed at $995,000! It has only high end finishes and is a Micheal Upwell Designed home. You must see this home it has it all! Please go to this link to see more pictures and information:

http://www.deervalleyspecialist.com/property-details?src=1&mls=9988027

Please contact us at 1-866-709-8018 for any questions about this home or any real estate in Park City.

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All Three Park City Ski Resorts Rank High in Environmental Report

By diana

Dec 20, 2011

The Ski Area Citizens' Coalition, a nonprofit organization based in Colorado, released their annual report detailing the environmental practices of every ski and snowboard resort in the country. We are proud to announce that Deer Valley Resort and Park City Mountain Resort both got an "A" and Canyons got a "B."

Resorts are graded based on four categories: habitat protection, watershed protection, environmental policies and practices, and addressing global climate change. Deer Valley Resort and Park City Mountain Resort received straight A's in every grading category, both ranking within the top 5 resorts in the nation. Canyons Resort received an overall B, scoring high in environmental policies and practices. Other resorts in Utah were not listed near as high as all three Park City resorts.

Great job to all three, it goes to show that Park City really does care about our best resource...the earth.

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Deer Valley Specialist Real Estate Tip of the Week - Sellers: Get Wired

By Delia Reece

Dec 19, 2011

In today’s hyper-technological environment, one way to get the attention of would-be home buyers is to highlight any computerized systems in your house when you advertise, because, according to a survey of 1,793 members of the National Association of Realtors conducted by the Consumer Electronics Association, home buyers get very excited over anything that’s electronic.

Having Internet access available throughout the home is an essential technological upgrade, but these days, many home buyers are looking for a little more. Some of the hottest selling features are home security systems, home automation systems, and energy management systems. And since more families are enjoying their entertainments at home, a home theater system can be a very strong selling point to buyers.

If you are planning to make an electronic upgrade to your home in order to sell it, be sure to talk to your REALTOR® about what improvements would be the most cost-effective to you and the most attractive to buyers in your area.

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Our Picks for Park City Weekend Fun Dec. 16-18

By diana

Dec 16, 2011

You can feel the winter excitement in the air here in Park City. This weekend the busy Holiday crowds will be arriving and everyone will be out and about shopping, enjoying the many restaurants, and of course skiing the slopes. We love this time of year!

Here are our picks for things to do this weekend in Park City:

Park City Singers Christmas Classics - The Park City Singers will present its annual Christmas concert at St. Mary's Catholic Church tonight (Friday) at 7pm. Tickets are $10 and kids under 10 are $5. You can get tickets at The Market at Park City, Cole Sport, and Smith's Market in Kimball Junction.

Prospector ARTS "A Dickens Christmas" - Prospector ARTS, the theatre group at The Prospector, is presenting "A Dickens Christmas," featuring a production of "A Christmas Carol," along with food vendors at the Prospector Theatre. Performances are Friday at 7:30pm and Saturday at 2pm and 7:30pm. Tickets are $9 for adults, and $7 for students and senior citizens and $6 for kids.

Holidays on Main - Santa is coming to town, via the Town Lift on Saturday! The festivities will start at 5pm at the Town Lift Plaza with hot chocolate, singers, and cookies. Then Santa will ride down the lift at 6:15pm. Admission is free.

Big Bad Voodoo Daddy "A Swinging Christmas" - The band Big Bad Voodoo Daddy is bringing their "A Swinging Christmas" show to the Eccles Center for the Performing Arts on Saturday at 7:30pm. Tickets range from $18 to $65. Visit www.ecclescenter.org for more information.

We hope you have a great weekend!

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