Stephanie Palagi
By Stephanie Palagi
Exciting Musical News
The March Fourth Marching Band is coming to Pocatello for a very special performance. On Friday at the Memorial Building, 300 S. Johnson, the band will perform a benefit concert beginning at 7 p.m. for The Pegasus Fund. In September, The Monarch, home to Pegasus, burned during the devastating fire that engulfed most of the building. Pegasus has recently reopened in at a new location on South First Ave., but sustained substantial losses. March Fourth came to Old Town several years ago and performed at Pegasus’ 30th Anniversary Party. They are coming back to help Pegasus with this concert on Friday. Admission is a suggested donation of $20, and tickets can be picked up at the Old Town Pocatello office, 420 N. Main St. or at the door on Friday. Doors will open at 6 p.m. Please join us for an exciting musical experience all for a great cause, to help a small business recover from an unfortunate fire.
Exciting News From Our Businesses
PV’s Uncorked on Main, 138 N. Main St., hosts their First Wednesday of the Month Wine Pairing. They pair five amazing courses with five fantastic wines. TEC Distributing provides great information regarding each wine and winery. Make it a date night, bring a group or meet new friends. It’s always a fabulous night. Call now for reservations for today beginning at 6:30 p.m. at 233-1322.
The Bannock Kiwanis will host “A Night in Paris” Food & Wine Pairings Event at the Trinity Episcopal Church, 248 N. Arthur, on Friday from 5-9 p.m. The evening will feature wine selections from Marigolds with decadent food pairings, a silent auction and live music. Bob Beason will be on hand to create your very own caricature. Cost is $15 per ticket or two for $25. Call 251-4905 or 380-0795 for tickets or further information. All proceeds from the evening will support programs for kids.
Katz Kreationz and Krafts, 122 S. Main, is excited to announce they will be at the Idaho Bridal Fair on Feb. 28 at the Red Lion in Pocatello. Be sure to stop by their booth and enter to win monogrammed bride and groom champagne glasses. Several drawings will be held throughout the day. Looking for a personalized Valentine’s Day gift? Kats now has a new item just in time: beautiful personalized candles. Take in any picture of you and your sweetheart and they will make a candle with the picture in it along with a floral ring. Give your valentine that one of a kind unique gift. Katz Kreationz and Crafts will also be offering 20 percent off all pre-ordered corsages and boutonnieres for the upcoming proms and 10 percent off all wedding floral through the month of February. Get your orders in now for beautiful silk flowers for the prom or your beautiful wedding. Remember the sooner you order, the more money you will save.
Upcoming Events
The February First Friday Art Walk will take place in participating location throughout Old Town on Friday. From 5-8 p.m., plan to enjoy our monthly art stroll featuring local and regional artists and more. Pick one of our restaurants and be sure to enjoy a delicious meal following Art Walk. Old Town Pocatello is the place to be on the first Friday of every month.
Mark your calendars for an evening on Social Dancing at Liberty Hall, 325 W. Benton, on Feb. 12. From 8-10 p.m. there will be mini dance lessons at the top of each hour and great music. Learn the cha cha, waltz, tango and more. Cost will be $4 for a single or $6 per couple. Don’t forget your dancin‘ shoes.
The Portneuf Valley Farmers Market is now accepting vendor applications for this year’s Market. Applications and the vendor agreement are available at www.pvfm.info New vendors are welcome.
Molinelli’s Jewelers Presents Idaho Bridal Fair 2015 on Feb. 28 at the Red Lion Hotel Pocatello. From 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., local businesses will be showcasing everything a bride and groom need to plan the perfect wedding and their future adventure together. If you are engaged, planning to get engaged or looking for the perfect engagement ring, plan to come to the Idaho Bridal Fair. Brides should register in advance at idahobridalfair.com, grooms are welcome, too. There will be great prizes all day, live hair and makeup demonstrations, lots of food ideas and a grand prize worth over $1,000. Register today and don’t miss it. Many thanks to the great sponsors that are making Idaho Bridal Fair 2015 possible: Molinelli’s Jewelers, the Idaho State Journal, MUSE Boutique Salon & Spa, KZBQ, KORR 104, 1290 Country Classics, MAGIK 102.5, KSEI, the Red Lion Hotel Pocatello and Old Town Pocatello, Inc.
Tickets are now available for the 5th Annual Gate City Brewfest. Brewfest will be returning to Old Town Pocatello on March 14. From noon to 6 p.m., sample 50+ handcrafted beers, enjoy great food and live entertainment at the Old Town restaurants, pubs and bars. Tickets are just $25 for a day full of unlimited pours and can be purchased at www.gatecitybrewfest.com. Want to save $5 on your ticket? Register and participate in this year’s Shamrock Shuffle. It is a 5K and 10K Fun Run or Walk beginning at 10 a.m. at Brady Park in Old Town Pocatello. All runners/walkers will receive a $5 discount on Brewfest tickets. To register for the race, go to www.active.com. Save your receipt or your run number and present it at The Elks Lodge (410 S. Main St.) beginning at noon, just after the finish of the race. It’s that easy. Register, run/walk, then enjoy Gate City Brewfest.
ERA The Brokerage and Guild Mortgage Present the 3rd Annual Urban Invasion Obstacle Challenge returning to Old Town on April 25. Registration is now open. This is Pocatello’s only four-person, 5K obstacle race. Test your mettle against other invasive runners as you race your way through Old Town encountering 20 crazy obstacles as you go. Bragging rights and great prizes including “Best Team Time,” “Best Team Name” and “Best Costume” are on the line. The registration link and further information about the race is available at www.pokyurbaninvasion.com. Can your team win?
Stephanie Palagi is the Executive Director of Old Town Pocatello, Inc.