It's Sister Act Week at Tuacahn Amphitheatre-July 31, 2015 Everyone remembers "Sister Act" the funny 1992 movie starring Whoopi Goldberg don't they? Whoopi played the hilarious  Deloris Van Cartier, a wannabe diva whose life takes a surprising turn when she witnesses a crime and the cops hide her in the last place anyone would think to look—a convent!Under the suspicious watch of Mother Superior, Deloris helps her fellow sisters find their voices as she unexpectedly rediscovers her own. A sparkling tribute to the universal power of friendship, SISTER ACT is reason to REJOICE!Well now you can revisit this riotous romp at Tuacahn Amphitheatre in St George Utah!  It runs July 31-October 15, 2015.  You can catch the preview shows on Friday 7/31/15, Monday 8/3/15 & Wednesday 8/5/15.  Opening... 07/31/2015

Happy 24th of July/Pioneer Day - Utah!Happy 24th of July/Pioneer Day Utah!  Pioneer Day is a state holiday in Utah. It is celebrated on July 24 each year to commemorate the entry of Brigham Young and the first group of Mormon pioneers into Utah’s Salt Lake Valley in 1847. This day celebrates the bravery of the original settlers and their strength of character and physical endurance.You'll see flags flying all over St George and throughout the state as Utah celebrates it's heritage and remembers those early settlers who sacrificed so much to get here.  There are lots of events statewide, several of them right here in Washington County.  There's a Pioneer Day celebration in St George and the Days of'47 in Washington Utah to mention a few!  Pine Valley is hosting Pine Valley Heritage Days ... 07/24/2015

PENDING SALE! 2090 N Tuweap Dr. #2 St George UT 84770-Luxury home w/private pool and fully furnished!Exquisite home with Entrada style architecture and details, but no high Entrada HOA fees! 3 bedrooms with ensuite baths, open floor plan, large living room, kitchen with stainless steel appliances, granite and a gorgeous backyard oasis with your own private pool and extra large spa. Built in outdoor kitchen, electric awning and all furnishings are being included in the sale (with the exception of a few personal items) JUST REDUCED! Fully Furnished Luxury Home w/Private Pool Overview Maps Photos $360,000 Single Family Home Main Features 3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms Lot: 0.07 acre(s) Year Built: 2005 MLS #: 14-160769 Location 2090 N Tuweap Dr. #2 St George, UT 84770 USA Erika RogersReMax First R... 07/22/2015

24th of July in St George Utah - 7/24/2015It just so happens this year that the 24th of July falls on a "Sunset on the Square" Friday!St George Town Square becomes an outdoor movie theatre for the ninth annual summer movie series on the 2nd and 4th Friday of each month this summer. “Write it UP” & the City of St George present “Sunset on the Square”. Classic movies for adults and children will be shown on the big screen under the stars. 24th of July Sunset on the Square begins at 5 p.m. The movie scheduled is "Three Amigos" rated PG-103 minutes.  This special event night will have Pioneer Day games prior to the movie at 5 p.m., with prizes and a family field day-style program.Enjoy fireworks after the movie.More information about Sunset on the Square can be found hereLocation: Town Squa... 07/20/2015

St George Pool Homes for Sale - July 2015 Are you looking for a home with a pool in St George Utah? Then follow this link for details on St George Pool Homes for Sale.Temperatures are HOT and so is the demand for pool homes this summer. I can help you locate a home in St George with a pool and have an up-to-the-minute list of all available properties with pools.Check out the video below to see this gorgeous pool home for sale.Maybe you don't want a private pool in your yard, but a community with an association pool that residents have access to. A lot of home buyers prefer this type of arrangement. The benefits of having a semi-private pool in your neighborhood without the worries of maintenance is very appealing to many buyers.Vacation home buyers and second home buyers in St George Ut... 07/15/2015

Vacation Homes in the Snow Canyon Area of St George UtahLooking for a vacation/second home in the Snow Canyon Area of St George Utah?  Then follow this link for details of Snow Canyon Area Homes for Sale.Many people buy vacation/second homes in St George Utah and many of those buyers want breathtaking red rock views.  The Snow Canyon Parkway area and Ivins are famous for those gorgeous views, so many buyers opt for a vacation/second home there!  The close proximity to Snow Canyon State Park and miles of walking/biking trails make this area very appealing.The Snow Canyon area of St George Utah is not a city, but a larger geographical area and is located just west of St George Utah. It is associated also with Snow Canyon State Park, but the area is more commonly referred to by the locals ... 07/08/2015

Coral Canyon Home Sale Update-June 2015 Not familiar with Coral Canyon in St George Utah?  Coral Canyon is a spectacular community with low HOA fees and wonderful amenities.  Homeowners have access to indoor & outdoor pools for year round enjoyment, tennis courts, a state of the art fitness center and miles of hiking/biking trails within Coral Canyon just to name a few of it's highlights!   The Coral Canyon real estate market remained strong in June  2015.  Home sales were up significantly in June 2015 over June 2014. Available inventory decreased slightly and the average list price increased  6.25% from the year before.   New construction in Coral Canyon is steady and the view lots are going quickly!  You’ll notice that  homes priced under $200,000 are diminishing quickly. In June 2015... 07/06/2015

Entrada Golf Community Homes for Sale, St George UT, 6/26/15Looking for houses in Entrada Golf Community in St George Utah?  Then follow this link for details of Entrada Golf Course Community Homes for Sale.Entrada is an exclusive guard gated community in St George Utah offering it’s residents a wide variety of world class amenities, including indoor & outdoor pools, spas, fitness center, tennis, volleyball and of course golf!   This Entrada at Snow Canyon in St George Utah Market Report for May  2015 is provided by Erika Rogers of St George Utah Homes for Sale.  Entrada at Snow Canyon in St George Utah Real Estate Market Report ~May  2015 is as follows:5 homes sold in Entrada during May 20152 homes sold for between $500,000-$550,000 1 home sold for between $550,000-$600,000 1 home sold... 06/26/2015

What's Happening in the Coral Canyon Real Estate Market May 2015? Not familiar with Coral Canyon in St George Utah?  Coral Canyon is a spectacular golf course community with low HOA fees and wonderful amenities.  Homeowners have access to indoor & outdoor pools for year round enjoyment, tennis courts, a state of the art fitness center and miles of hiking/biking trails within Coral Canyon just to name a few of it's highlights!   The Coral Canyon real estate market remained steady in May 2015.  Home sales were up slightly in May 2015 over May 2014. Available inventory was about the same and the average list price increased 5.20% from the year before.   New construction in Coral Canyon is steady and the view lots are going quickly!  You’ll notice that  homes priced under $200,000 are dimin... 06/19/2015

Free Father’s Day Concert in St. George UTIt’s back again this year, the annual Father’s Day Concert in St. George. It will be held at the St. George Tabernacle and will feature the Southwest Symphony Strings. Featured guest vocalist will be Robert Bromley, who is noted for his leading role in “Savior of the World”. He also held leading roles at Christmastime in Temple Square in Salt Lake City and in the St. George Musical Theater.The Father’s Day Concert in St. George will also feature the talented young violin soloist Ariella Sophia of Reno, Nevada and the brother-sister duo Isaiah and Alexa Fawson of Iola, Kansas. They will also be featured in the string orchestra.The Father’s Day Concert in St. George program strives to honor the modern and historic role of “father” within our ever ... 06/18/2015

Pro Watercross Event in St. George UTThe City of St. George UT will host the fourth round of the 2015 Pro Watercross Tour this month. You can enjoy the fun too. Just bring your family and friends to Sand Hallow State Park at Sand Hollow Reservoir in St. George UT. The welcoming red sandstone landscape, blue waters and more will make this an event to remember. It’s what makes St. George UT such a great place to live, work and play year-round.St. George UT was chosen for this big event because it is a vacation destination. Sand Hollow State Park in St. George UT offers Pro Watercross members and fans a destination for ATV/off-highway vehicles trails, camping, hiking, boating, and fishing. There is also more things to see and do within a short a 45-minute drive from St. George UT to Zion N... 06/16/2015

4th of July in St George Utah-2015Fourth of July at Vernon Worthen Park in St George Utah is an annual event and tradition for many residents! The park is located at 300 S 400 E St George Utah.  Festivities are being held this year on Saturday, July 4th, 2015.  Come out and enjoy all of the festivities topped off with spectacular 4th of July fireworks at 10:00 pm.Pre 4th of July NEW EVENT held Friday July 3rd 5:30 pm-7:30 pm Parade Float Preview, and Uncle Sam 5K packet pickup, and food trucks at the Ridge Top ComplexEvents will be held Saturday, July 4th 6:30 am Uncle Sam 5K 7:30 - 10:00 am Staheli's Catering Early Morning Breakfast, for a small fee, - Everyone is invited to start the day with a complete pancake, eggs, hash browns, and beverage breakfast. 8:00 am "American Heroes - A T... 06/15/2015

St. George UT Campfire Safety Tips Memorial Day WeekendMemorial Day Weekend is fast approaching and national forest managers are urging the public to use extreme caution with campfires and any recreational activity that could potentially cause a wildfire in and around St. George UT.As spring moves into summer, visitation to many local and National Forests and Parks like Dixie National Forest and Kaibab National Forest is expected to increase. The Memorial Day weekend has historically marked the beginning of that transition, with campers and other visitors looking to enjoy the unique recreational opportunities that these forests have to offer outdoor enthusiasts.Fire managers are asking visitors that even though no fire restrictions are in place, fuel moisture levels can rapidly change i... 05/21/2015

Outdoor Movies at Sunset on the Square in St George UT | Summer 2015 Looking for things to do in St George Utah on Friday nights this summer? Sunset on the Square may be just what you're looking for!  St George Town Square becomes an outdoor movie theatre for the ninth annual summer movie series on the 2nd and 4th Friday of each month this summer. "Write it UP" & the City of St George present "Sunset on the Square". Classic movies for adults and children will be shown on the big screen under the stars.  This is a FREE event for residents and visitors alike. Bring you blankets, lawn chairs and goodies, the movies start at dusk.  Snow cones, popcorn and pizza will also be available.  You may even want to enjoy a ride on the new carousel at Town Square while you're there! St George Town Sq... 05/18/2015

Entrada Homes for Sale | Hows the Real Estate Market in Entrada April 2015 Entrada is an exclusive guard gated community in St George Utah offering it’s residents a wide variety of world class amenities, including indoor & outdoor pools, spas, fitness center, tennis, volleyball and of course golf!  This Entrada at Snow Canyon in St George Utah Market Report for April  2015 is provided by Erika Rogers of St George Utah Homes for Sale. Entrada at Snow Canyon in St George Utah Real Estate Market Report ~April  2015 is as follows:6 homes sold in Entrada during April 2015 1 home sold for between $250,000-$350,000 1 home sold for between $350,000-$450,000 3 homes sold for between $550,000-$650,000 1 home sold for between $650,000-$750,000There are also custom homes being built in Entrada and ... 05/13/2015

Attention Ironman 70.3 St. George Participants: One-of-a-Kind Home with Backyard Oasis in Paradise Canyon for Sale! SOLD! For $375K, you will experience your very own private sanctuary every day and night! Spend the day discovering the Red Cliffs Reserve or in specialty shops of St George. In the evening, take in spectacular sunsets, then retire to a private hot tub and count the stars after entertaining guests.  Please call for a private tour, you'll be glad you did!  Unmatched valley and red rock mountain views with no adjacent neighbors at this time.  Floor-to-ceiling windows maximize awe-mazing views at every turn with single level living!  Spend the mornings relaxing to the sound of the infinity pool, listening to the birds nestled among the sandstone bluffs and rock cropping.  Who... 04/29/2015

Hey! Have a little class, will ya? Six real estate agents in our brokerage attended a recent blogging class to gain information on marketing to real estate consumers. After handing out a presentation explaining the guidelines, I encouraged each one to explore the positive aspects of blogging. There were quite a few questions about the process and many were eager to start once getting all the facts.   I mentioned to everyone that blogging not only reaches a broad audience, it helps to create and build relationships with people locally and all over the world. While it can be daunting at first, it soon becomes another business habit, one that does a business good! I can honestly say that for myself! Blog on my friends. p.s. Thank you to everyone who answered my question in the Q & A sectio... 04/27/2015

Entrada Homes for Sale in St George Utah | March 2015 Market Report This Entrada at Snow Canyon in St George Utah Market Report for March 2015 is provided by Erika Rogers of St George Utah Homes for Sale. Entrada at Snow Canyon in St George Utah Real Estate Market Report ~March 2015 is as follows:4 homes sold in Entrada during March 20151 home sold for between $300,000-$350,000 1 home sold for between $550,000-$600,0001 home sold for between $750,000-$800,0001 home sold for between $850,000-$900,000There are also custom homes being built in Entrada and often times those sales are not reported to the mls.There were 87 homes for sale in the Entrada area during March 2015 which is 9 more than 2014. Sixty six of the homes for sale were priced over $500,000.Number of sales in Entrada at Snow... 04/27/2015

Fire Hose Frenzy 5K Fun Run in St George Utah | June 13, 2015 When:   Saturday, June 13, 2015                                                  Where:   Ridge Top Complex (old St George Airport above Bluff St.) Time:   7 am Cost:   $20 per person entry fee Detail:  Participation in the Fire Hose Frenzy is not about how fast your time is. It's about how much fun you can cram into a short 5K! Our goal is to set the high bar for fun runs. This one has all of the essential ingredients for fun.  Start with firefighters and fire engines! Add water spray and foam. There is no way anyone will complain about the St. George heat during this run! There will be fire engines positioned along the course to spray down the runners and make sure they don't overheat!! (not optional-LOL)  The finish line w... 04/27/2015

Rock a Block Challenge: Get out and about! During the spring season, it's time to get outside and see what in the world is happening, with camera in hand. Taking in the sights and sounds, not to mention the smells, is enlightening! My challenge to all of you is to set off and discover what is waiting for you within a block of your home or work office. Snap photos as you go, then share the results with everyone here in the Rain. There is a trove of treasures just waiting to be discovered by you! Here are my results of rocking a block in southern Utah:  Ring around the rosies, a pocket full of posies...roses of every color lined the entire block. The dark metal railing of the fence line contrasted quite nicely with the vibrant hues of the blooms. Yellow roses galore! Confetti roses that l... 04/26/2015