St George Utah Blog

Growth in St. George

According to the Salt Lake Tribune (June 1, 2017), St. George enjoyed the third-fastest growth rate for jobs among the nation’s 388 metro areas over a one-year period that ended in April.  The data was released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.   According to the statistics, the number of jobs in St. George grew by 5.2 percent in that period, up by 3,200.   Other information about the state of Utah talks about how the growth rate was 3.3 percent, adding 46,700 jobs statewide.  Also, the unemployment rate in Utah in April was 3.2 percent – down from 3.5 percent a year earlier.  Click here to read the entire article. 

In March, The Spectrum, published an article (March 23, 2107) that talks about how St. George is among the fastest growing…

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Georgefest

Every First Friday of every month, Historic Downtown St. George transforms into a multi-stage outdoor concert venue and street market.  Georgefest celebrates the best of southern Utah and is nightlife you can get excited about.  St. George City closes Main and Tabernacle Street which then allows food trucks, artists and vendors to sell their goods.  This also makes room for a FREE Main Street Concert. The Georgefest Jazz Garden offers after-hours socializing for adults 21 and over.  Live music and adult beverage options are provided here.  The Jazz Garden is located at Green Gate Village on Tabernacle Street. 

Tonight, June 2, is June Moon Jubilee!

Free Main Street Concert

•          Opening at 6:30 pm – Crimson
•          Headlining at…

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Anasazi Steakhouse

I loved eating at the Anasazi Steakhouse in St. George!  It was a totally unique experience for me to cook my own steak on a lava rock.  Anasazi Steakhouse uses volcanic rocks that are heated in a special oven for 6-8 hours.  The website talks about how the idea of using stones for cooking is not new…it goes back to 18,000 B.C.  The stones have a natural ability to retain and radiate heat that makes them an ideal cooking source.  I cooked my own steak to perfection on my own rock.  It was delicious!  I also tasted chicken, shrimp and scallops that members of my family had cooked on their own stones.  They were wonderful too!  The menu offers steak, pork chops, lamb, ostrich medallions, buffalo, shrimp, scallops, tuna, salmon, swordfish, mahi mahi,…

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Three Falls, Gould's Wash – Hurricane

Trail Tuesday took me to Hurricane, Utah this week. I explored the hike: Three Falls, Gould’s Wash, with access from downtown Hurricane. There are three waterfalls in Gould’s Wash.  I hiked to the lower waterfall which was very easy and approximately 1.5 miles long. There was no water present, but the hike to the lower fall was a surprisingly beautiful hike. The hike follows a small, dry riverbed up into a canyon that has some really interesting structures in it. The canyon walls are pocketed with caves and holes. The lower waterfall runs over smooth rock and is about 25 feet tall. You can see the middle fall from the lower fall, but you can’t see the upper waterfall. 

If you want to climb to the middle and upper waterfalls the hike becomes…

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Desert Landscaping Tips for St. George Residents

As we approach summer, it's important to consider landscaping for the heat. The hot, dry climate creates a unique situation for growing vegetation and creating a welcoming yard. Use these tips to grow your St. George garden.

Choose the right plants

Research what plants will work well in the summer heat. Buy seeds that are meant for the desert and plants that can withstand the climate. Plant flowers that are native to the area like autumn sage and columbine. Different types of cacti can also add the look and charm you want. Use this article to help you pick some vegetation for your yard.

Treat the soil

Desert soil is tough and sandy. If you want to plant a vegetable garden or or other vegetation, you’ll need to lay down the proper soil.…

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Petrified Dunes Trail – Snow Canyon State Park

Trail Tuesday took me to the Petrified Dunes in Snow Canyon Park, near St. George, this week.  The trail begins just north of the picnic areas of the Upper and Lower Galoots where you can park near the road.  Once you cross the road you will see the Upper Galoots.  If you hike to the north and around the Upper Galoots you will find the Petrified Dunes Trail.  The Petrified Dunes were once-flowing mountains of sand that are now mounds and crevices of Navajo sandstone.  You can climb the terrain and investigate these dunes for several hours.  You don’t have to worry about staying on the trail because these incredible rolling mounds are everywhere for you to explore.  Hiking the Petrified Dunes Train provides some incredible views of the park. 

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Summer Reading

School is ending this week for students in St. George!  In a study by the Johns Hopkins School of Education, research showed that after summer break, “At best, students showed little or no academic growth over the summer.  At worst, students lost one to three months of learning.”  The study highlights summer reading programs and how they provide ”ongoing opportunities for students to learn and practice skills" so that they don't "fall behind on measures of academic achievement” following summer break.  

The Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC), a Division of the American Library Association (ALA), always releases summer reading lists that they encourage librarians, parents and children to download for free.  With school ending this…

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Upcoming Event: Red Rock Dance Festival, June 1-3

The St. George Dance Company is hosting the Red Rock Dance Festival from Thursday, June 1st to Saturday, June 3rd. This dance festival is “an eclectic three-day workshop festival” that includes classes, seminars, a dance performance and choreography showcase.

This year, professionals from Paul Taylor 2, a modern dance company from New York, will be heavily involved. They will be teaching the classes as well as giving the performance on Friday night at 7:30 at the Cox Auditorium.

Saturday night features the 10th annual Choreography Showcase, which provides an opportunity to emerging choreographers to show their work and receive feedback from adjudicators. It is $40 to enter a work and the winner receives grand crash prize.

Class fees range…

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Jenny’s Canyon – Snow Canyon State Park

Every Tuesday my daughter and I have decided we will be going for a hike in the St. George area.  We are calling it “Trail Tuesday!”  We started our adventures in Snow Canyon this past week with a very short, easy hike to Jenny’s Canyon.  Jenny’s Canyon is a nice short walk up into a slot canyon and an overlook. This is a great hike for families and small children.  Parking is near the trail and the trail is easy to locate.  Be careful in this area during a rainstorm because the trail crosses over a dry wash area.  The trail leads to the left into Jenny's Canyon which is a beautiful slot canyon in memory of Jennifer Denise Patchett who passed away at only 17 years old.  There is a memory plaque that talks about how Jenny was "inspired by the beauty…

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The Bear Paw Cafe

The Bear Paw Café, at 75 N Main Street in St. George, Utah, is a favorite of many.  When I used to visit St. George when I was on vacation, the Bear Paw was as MUST for our family.  Now that I live in St. George, the Bear Paw still draws us in for brunch at least a couple of times each month.  Each morning you will find the sidewalk in front of the Bear Paw crowded with people waiting in line for breakfast.  The Bear Paw is open daily from 7:30 to 2:30 pm.  We avoid the rush by going at 1:00 for brunch. 

The menu at the Bear Paw is 24 pages long.  Just the drink menu takes up about eight pages.  You can order an Italian soda, specialty drinks, smoothies, tea, coffee, regular beverages or an expresso from the expresso bar.  The favorites of our…

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