Anytime Fitness Press Release

January 1, 2013

Rexburg, IDAHO— Anytime Fitness Ribbon Cutting & Open House

Wednesday, January 16th – 10 a.m. - 859 S Yellowstone Hwy #1800 -   

Anytime Fitness announces its new ownership grand opening in the Henry’s Fork Plaza

24-hour co-ed fitness club offers convenience and affordability

Anytime Fitness, the world’s largest and fastest growing 24-hour co-ed fitness franchise, is pleased to announce it is under new ownership in the Henry’s Fork Plaza in Rexburg. A grand opening celebration will take place on Wednesday January 16^th, from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

With 24/7 access, Anytime Fitness offers convenient and affordable exercise. At Anytime Fitness, members can work out any time of the day or night, every day of the year. They use a security-access key to enter the club, even when it is not staffed. Once inside, members have full use of state-of-the-art strength training and cardiovascular equipment. Anytime Fitness also offers 24-hour tanning and membership reciprocity among its clubs, which allows members to use any of the 2000+ clubs that are currently open in the United States, Canada, and Australia.

Updates

The Local Review website is up and running again.  There are only a few articles posted so far, but more are coming.  New articles will be uploaded regularly.

Also, The Local Review will be doing a monthly print issue for the Madison County Centennial all of 2013.  We will be focusing on the history of Madison County and the events that will be held to celebrate the centennial.  Of course, local news will also be covered, but the focus will be on the centennial.

If you know of any events that we haven't mentioned, let us know so that we can cover them.  You can leave a message here or on our Facebook page.  Share how you liked the events you attended, if you write up your opinion and send it to us it may be printed in the next issue.

Merry Christmas, we hope you have a great holiday.

Press Release: Centennial Concert Discounts

NATIONAL BANDS COUNTRY SAWYER BROWN AND CLASSIC ROCK STARSHIP WITH MICKEY THOMAS ARE COMING TO MADISON COUNTY TO HELP CELEBRATE CENTENNIAL YEAR 2013.
MADISON COUNTY CENTENNIAL FAIR 2013 FESTIVITIES ON AUGUST 17TH WILL HIGHLIGHT NATIONAL BANDS, LARGE FIREWORKS DISPLAY, AND $1,000 WINNER TALENT SHOW.

Rexburg, ID Dec 17, 2012— It was announced today that two national bands will be performing at the Madison County Centennial Fair as part of the 100 year celebration and festivities August 17th, 2013. Country Band—Sawyer Brown, and Classic Rock Band—Starship with Mickey Thomas will be the major entertainment for the evening, followed by a large fireworks display. Christine Campbell, Madison County Centennial Marketing and Promotions Coordinator explains: “We felt that we needed both types of bands to appeal to a broad fan-base in the community . These two groups are phenomenal to work with and provide excellent entertainment.” The announcement was made at the “Sneak Peak” Press Conference held at Madison County Courthouse, which include speakers John Weber—Madison County Commissioner; Mayor Woodland—Rexburg Mayor; Mayor Dalling—Sugar City Mayor; Vicki Grover—Madison County Centennial Chairman and Bob Schneiter—Madison County Fair Board Chairman.

The Madison County Centennial Fair concert show tickets will include both bands. Regular ticket prices are $45.00, and will be discounted to $35.00 for an early pre-sale from Dec. 20th thru Jan. 1st. Tickets will be available online only at www.madisoncountycentennial.com. All website links and changes will launch mid-night on Thursday December 20th, to begin pre-ticket sales. Ten winners will be selected from the “early bird” pre-ticket sales participants to attend a special BACKSTAGE VIP to personally meet Sawyer Brown and Starship Featuring Mickey Thomas in between shows held the evening on August 17th, 2013.

This will be the first time ever that Madison County Fair has brought in this level of entertainment. There will be only 3000 tickets available for sell, and it is a first come-first served basis.
There will be a large variety of events to help celebrate Madison County Centennial 2013, including a large talent show with preliminaries held in May and winners to perform on stage before the national bands. De-tails will be posted on website January 1, 2013: www.madisoncountycentennial.com

For more Information, Contact: Christine Campbell 208-357-8679

December Events

Starting tonight, It's A Wonderful Life will be playing at the Romance Theatre.  December 6-8, 10 from 7pm to 9pm.  It is put on by the City of Rexburg and will cost $6 to get in.

December 7-8, 10 the Nutcracker Ballet will be put on by the Idaho Ballet Theater at the Colonial Theatre in Idaho Falls.  It starts at 7pm and will cost $14 a ticket.

The Annual Christmas Concert by the Upper Valley Women's Choir will be held December 10th at 7:30pm in the Rexburg Tabernacle Civic Center.  Admission is free.

December 15th, A Christmas Carol will be playing at the Colonial Theatre in Idaho Falls starting at 2pm and 7:30pm.  The musical is organized by Studio One and tickets will be $15.

New Restaurant

The Hickory is open and flourishing in the strip mall by Zion's Bank.

It serves barbeque and has different specials for each day of the week.  Today was the dealio day with the special being pulled pork sandwiches with fries and a drink.  It was delicious.  The sandwiches are the perfect size with a generous helping of natural fries.  It's served together in a little crate.  They also serve wonderful hot chocolate.

If you order something bigger than a sandwich combo, like ribs or brisket, then you get a plate.  Last Saturday they had a rib-cutting and grand opening with samples of their ribs offered.  They were very good.

The decor is fun, using crates and canning jars.  Sodas are also served in canning jars.  The atmosphere is homey and comfortable.  The Hickory opens at 11:00 every day, come try them out for lunch or dinner.  You won't regret it.

Famous French Quartet in Rexburg

 The Parisii Quartet will be in Rexburg November 9th.  They will be performing at 7:30 pm in the Barrus Concert Hall at BYU-Idaho.  It will be event dress and no children under 6 are permitted.


The Parisii Quartet was formed in 1983 from graduates of Conservatoire National Superieur de Paris.  The group tours regularly throughout Europe and the United States.  They have "a wide repertoire which encompasses all the major classical and romantic works for string quartet" as well as "interpretations of contemporary repertoire, particularly of contemporary French works."  The group focuses on french works, but not exclusively so.

Stayin' Alive

A Bee Gees tribute band will be performing at the Hart Auditorium in Rexburg on Friday, November 2.  The concert will be at 7:30 pm.  It will be classroom dress and no children under 4 are allowed.

"STAYIN' ALIVE is the quintessential tribute band to the Bee Gees, capturing the excitement of live performance and the tender subtleties of the human voice!"

A Place for Families: Scoops

 What: Scoops Ribbon Cutting

 When: Thursday, November 8, 2012, 1:00 pm

 Where: 68 South Center St., Rexburg

 Who: Public Invited

 Why: Scoops was formed with one idea in mind, the family. Lewis and Susan Chandler have a family of eight kids and for them, taking their children out for a simple ice cream became incredibly expensive. They always wished there was a place where families could go and not break the bank. That’s when Scoops was born.

Scoops is priced at one dollar per scoop and features over 34 different flavors of Farr Better Premium Ice Cream. The ice cream is delivered once a week out of Ogden, Utah, where it has become legendary. Scoops has been open since June and also features all kinds of flavored popcorn from The Popcorn Shop in Pocatello. The newest addition to the Scoops family is Krispy Kreme Doughnuts.

Along with all of these delicious desserts, Scoops is a place for families. They have a pool table, ping pong table, foosball table, and the Wii for families and students alike to enjoy. The Chandlers’ vision for Scoops is to help families spend time together. Located at 68 South Center St., just down from Little Caesars, Scoops invites you to come and be a family.

Make it for Maggie

by Kerry Haack

 

The third annual Make it for Maggie event is scheduled to take place October 27, 2012. In the fall of 2010 two women discussed what they could do for their friend’s 4 year old daughter, Maggie. Maggie’s cerebral palsy kept her in a baby-like state, but with Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) it could be possible for Maggie to live a more normal life. The expensive treatments were not covered by insurance, so Maggie’s parents asked families they knew to help them by coming up with creative ways to raise the funds to sponsor 1 of the 80 oxygen dives needed for the year.

Men’s Vocal Ensemble Performs Friday

A nine member choir named Cantus will be performing October 12 at 7:30 pm in the Barrus Concert Hall at BYU-I.  Fanfare says they are “the premier men’s vocal ensemble in the United States.”

The Criers Come to Rexburg

October 3, 7:30pm at the Barrus Concert Hall a small new orchestra will be performing.

Pianist Alpin Hong at BYU-I

Septmeber 28, 7:30pm at the Barrus Concert Hall, pianist Alpin Hong will be performing.

Autumn Leaves

by Allison Jones

 

Leaves are starting to turn yellow and red.  Autumn is in full swing.  In our area the peak time for brilliant leaf color is early to mid-October.  

But why do the leaves change color in fall?

Comedy Night at BYU-I

September 14 and 15, 7:30pm at the Kirkham Auditorium three stand-up comedians will be performing.  Ryan Hamilton and Spencer King have performed at BYU-Idaho before while Bengt Washburn is making his first appearance here.

Printer Review

The Dell 1355cnw printer/copier/scanner did not provide good printing service.  It did not last an entire six months before entirely breaking down.  

MoTab Comes to Rexburg

September 21^st at 7:30pm in the BYU-I Center the Mormon Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra will be performing.

Support Rexburg Businesses

One thing often heard from those in Rexburg is that there is nothing to do and nowhere to shop.  But there is more in Rexburg than we usually think.  

Just Main Street has a great many small shops that are generally unnoticed as we hurry to Wal-Mart or one of the other more well-known stores.  For example, did you know there is a Tai restaurant on Main Street?  There are actually a large number of restaurants in Rexburg of many different types including four Chinese restaurants and a new Greek restaurant, Opa’s. 

Summer's End

August is generally the hottest month of the year, though it is after the Summer Solstice and thus the days are getting shorter.  It is the beginning of the harvest season; time to see the result of your summer labor.

Free Potato Bar at County Fair

o      Madison County Fair is August 16, 17, 18, 2012 – 9:00 am – 9:00 pm

o      Vendor booths still available

o      Free potato bar starting at noon Saturday, August 18^th 

o      Potatoes donated by Rigby Produce and Wilcox & Sons Potatoes 

o      Questions call 208-356-5700

New Spa Opens in Rexburg

by Allison Jones

 

Local businesspeople gathered 9 August for the ribbon cutting for the Rexburg Wellness Spa on West Main St.  This spa offers automated massages, new age treatments, and classes on meditation and nutrition.  There are also a conference room and a small theater available for renting for group activities and meetings.

Rexburg Unplugged

Rexburg Area Businesses Welcome BYU-Idaho Students!

At Rexburg Unplugged, BYU-Idaho students will have a chance to meet and mingle

with local businesses

Rexburg, ID—the famous 10th Annual Rexburg Unplugged is coming up! On Saturday, September 15, 2012 from 2:00-6:00 p.m., BYU-Idaho students will have a chance to meet local businesses, mingle, dance, eat fantastic food, listen to music and much more!

Businesses will get a chance to participate in this event by having a booth setup to sell or inform students about their business. This event is free for Chamber Members and costs $40.00 for those who are not members of the chamber.

Each BYU-Idaho student will receive a welcome packet at the event. Deadline for inserts in the student welcome packet is Friday, August 31, 2012.  Flyers must be 8 ½ x 11 or smaller and must be brought into the Chamber. All businesses who are chamber members are welcome to bring their flyers and have a free booth. There is a $10 fee for putting the1,500 bags together for all businesses.

This event is sponsored by, Chesbro Music, City of Rexburg and Rexburg Area Chamber of Commerce

Please call 356-5700 for more information.

Dance Festival Closing Ceremonies

What: Idaho International Dance and Music Festival Closing Ceremonies- Free Event
 
Where:  Smith Park in Rexburg
 
When:  Saturday, August 4, 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
 
Who:  Open to the public for free. Public invited to bring their own picnic lunch.
 
Why:  Say good bye, wish the international dancers luck and close the Idaho International Dance and Music Festival.
 
 
For more information contact the Rexburg Area Chamber of Commerce 357-5700

Dance Festival Gala

What:  Idaho International Dance and Music Festival Gala Performances.

 
Where:  BYU-Idaho Hart Auditorium (Ticketed Event). Tickets can be purchased at the Rexburg Area Chamber of Commerce or at the door $10 for the red seats or $3 for the bleachers.

When:  Friday August 3 and Saturday August 4.  Preshow starts at 7:00 pm and Gala Performance at 7:30 pm.
 
Who:  Public
 
Why:  Watch the International Dancers perform.
 
 
For more information contact the Rexburg Area Chamber of Commerce 357-5700

Dance Festival Performance

What:  Idaho International Dance and Music Festival Matinee Performance.

 
Where:  New Madison High School (Ticketed Event). Tickets can be purchased at the Rexburg Area Chamber of Commerce or at the door $4 each or $15 for family of 5 or more.

When:  Thursday August 2 at 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm.

 
Who:  Public
 
Why:  Watch the International Dancers perform.
 
 
For more information contact the Rexburg Area Chamber of Commerce 357-5700

Youth Culture Day

What:  Idaho International Dance and Music Festival Youth Culture Day Free Event ( no ticket required).
 
Where:  Rigby Junior High School and New Madison High School
 
When:  Tuesday, July 31, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm in Rigby and Thursday August 2, 9:00 am – 12:00pm in Rexburg
 
Who:  Ages 6-16
 
Why:  For the youth in the area to learn dances from the international dancers from the countries of France, Indonesia, China, Russia, Japan and Poland. 
 
 
For more information contact the Rexburg Area Chamber of Commerce 357-5700