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GENERAL INFORMATION
ATTENTION: IDAHO VICTIMS OF ABUSE/STALKING
Idaho Secretary of State, Ben Ysursa, says victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking who have relocated to escape their abuser can seek a confidential address through the office of the Secretary of State. This address will be used on all state and local agencies correspondence and records so that the actual physical address cannot be obtained through public records requests. For more information visit: http://www.sos.idaho.gov/ACP/ACP.htm
ATTENTION: IDAHO SMOKERS
Idaho’s Project Filter is offering free Nicotine Replacement Therapy to smokers looking for help in kicking the nicotine habit. Nicotine patches, gum and lozenges are available by calling 1-800-QUIT-NOW or logging on to www.idaho.quitnet.com. Smokers who call the QuitLine or log on to Idaho QuitNet can request 4-weeks of their choice of nicotine patches, gum or lozenges. To learn more about Project Filter go to www.projectfilter.org.
TETON VALLEY FARMER’S MARKET
Teton Valley Farmers' Market features locally grown produce, homecooked foods, and handmade crafts. Wednesdays 4-7 on the new lawn at the Driggs Community Center. Turn out to support your local growers and shop locally.
ARE YOU READY FOR DIGITAL T.V.?
On February 17, 2009, television stations all over the country will begin broadcasting exclusively in a digital format, ending analog broadcasts that come through conventional television antennas. After February 17, 2009, to continue receiving free, over-the-air signals, a television set must have either a digital tuner or a set-top converter box that converts the new digital signal into the old analog format and the set to continue receiving broadcast-only signals. Congress established the Digital-to-Analog Converter Box Coupon Program. Through this program, every U.S. household is eligible to receive up to two $40 coupons to purchase converter boxes. You can now request your coupons online at www.dtv2009.gov, by calling 1-888-DTV-2009, or by mail. It’s important to remember that coupons expire 90 days after they are issued. (This information provided courtesy of Congressman Mike Simpson.)
TETON VALLEY RECYCLING GUIDELINES
You can find more information at www.tetonrecycling.org
Here are the details:
Recyclables will include :
Glass Containers: All colors mixed together - don't worry about labels etc
Paper: Mixed office paper. No magazines at this time.
Newspaper: ad papers as well and phone books
Corrugated Cardboard: Boxes must be relatively clean and flattened.
Aluminum Cans: all sizes
Steel/Tin Cans: Please rinse to keep
RELATED PROGRAMS
Plastic Bags
Plastic #2 shopping bags and clear bulk bags are being collected at Broulims for recycling by bulk.
Household Hazardous Waste (HHW)
Household Hazardous Waste must be separated out and taken to Jackson Recycling. They charge a fee which will be reimbursed by Teton county if you bring your receipt to the Court House in Driggs.
Electronic Waste (E-Waste)
Most electronics – TVs, computers, monitors, stereos etc., are best separated and recycled. The toxic components as well as recyclable parts are best handled by professionals. Jackson has a system for providing this service. Please use it.
The Fee System
Small and Large haulers will be directed to different areas to create more convenient trash handling for both groups.
Small Household/Self-Haulers: Will pay a base $2.00 fee.
This will cover two 30 gallon bags of garbage and small quantities of sorted materials: Glass, paper, cans, cardboard, wood and brush (sod, dimensional lumber). You will not have to go over the scale but will be directed to a smaller collection bin area for quick drop off. If you have up to five 30 gallon bags of mixed garbage you will pay $1.00 per additional bag.
Larger Haulers: More than 5 bags, and larger loads – sorted and mixed - will go across the scale and be charged on a sliding scale with sorted materials being cheaper than mixed trash.
TRANSFER STATION SUMMER HOURS
8AM to 5PM
Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays
TASTE OF THE TETONS SEEKS VOLUNTEERS
The Teton Regional Land Trust’s annual summer picnic, Taste of the Tetons, is just around the corner and we are looking for volunteers to help make it all happen. This annual event is a celebration of the beauty in the Upper Snake River Valley. The Taste of the Tetons brings together old and new friends for a wonderful celebration of our natural heritage and spotlights the uniqueness of the Upper Snake River Valley. Volunteers are needed to help make this event a success! There are a variety of volunteer opportunities during the Taste of the Tetons process so please contact Emily to find out how you can help. For more information about volunteering and to sign up contact Emily at 354-8939 or emily@tetonlandtrust.org.
ROPING CLUB SEEKS HAY
The Tetonia Roping Club is accepting any un-used hay for their steers. If you can help, call Fred at 354 3389.
TETON VALLEY MUSEUM OPEN FOR SUMMER
The Teton Valley Museum is now open Tuesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays from Noon to 4 p.m. It’ll open for the summer on Memorial Day from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Then, the summer schedule will be Tuesday thru Saturday….but closed on Sundays and Mondays.
JULY 10- AUGUST 28
DRIGGS: MUSIC ON MAIN
The Teton Valley Foundation is pleased to announce the return of Thursday Music on Main, a concert series in Downtown Driggs. The series is free to the public and features prominent headliners performing each Thursday Headliners and openers for this summer’s series include:
July 10: The Wilders (Jessica Kilroy)
July 17: Double Bill: Moses Guest & New Mastersounds
July 24: Clumsy Lovers (Margo Valiante w/ Ben Winship)
July 31: Papa Grows Funk (Fat Albert)
August 7: Targhee Bluegrass Allstars (One Ton Pig)
August 14: Chuck Prophet (Isaac Hayden)
August 21: Jackie Greene & Band (Chanman Roots Band)
August 28: to be scheduled (Miller Sisters)
MUSIC ON MAIN RULES
In order to ensure a safe and smooth kick-off to Music on Main, The Teton Valley Foundation would like concertgoers to consider the following important information.
Concerts will take place in the Driggs City Center Plaza (60 S. Main Street). The Plaza will be fenced in from the South end, including the parking spaces, up to the sidewalk on Main Street and to the City property line at the North end. Should you park in the City Center lot on any Thursday in July or August, please be sure to remove your car by 10 am. We will post signage as a reminder.
Entry points will be alongside the North end of the Plaza (next to Barrels & Bins) and the Southwest corner. There is no entrance or exit along Main Street. See site plan.
Concertgoers are encouraged to bring their own chairs and blankets. Vendors will be on-site to provide a variety of food options and beer and wine will be available for purchase. Outside alcohol and glass bottles may not be brought into or outside of the Plaza. Security will be present and checking coolers to enforce this ordinance. Security will also be posted around the staging area. Please also keep in mind – no pets will be admitted to the show.
JULY 25
TV ED. FOUNDATION SEEKS FUNDS
The Teton Valley Education Foundation has launched a drive to raise donations to furnish a new Driggs Elementary School building. It'll be located in the current Teton Middle School. Donors will have an opportunity to make their donations to Teton Valley Education Foundation go twice as far in this year’s inaugural Tin Cup Challenge due to a challenge grant of $50,000 offered by Teton Springs Foundation. In addition to an immediate grant of $25,000, the Teton Springs Foundation will match dollar for dollar every donation to Teton Valley Education Foundation now through July 25th, the last date to donate through the Tin Cup Challenge. This match is in addition to the Community Foundation of Teton Valley match program. Donations can be made through the Tin Cup Challenge or directly to the foundation at PO Box 1111, Driggs ID, 83422 or through their website at www.tetoneducation.com. If you would like more information about Teton Valley Education Foundation you can check out their website at www.tetoneducation.com, email them at info@tetoneducation.com or call Lori Kramer at 787-4244.
JULY 26
TVTAP...SUMMER TRAIL DAYS II
Volunteers will be working on the South Fork of the Horseshoe Canyon trail. Meet at the Driggs Forest Service office at 9am sharp. Bring gloves, water, lunch, rain jacket, sunscreen and a strong desire to work hard. The after work day party will be held at Mountainside Village with beer being provided by Grand Teton Brewing.
VICTOR---LAWN MOWER RACES
The city of Victor will host its annual “Lawn Mower Races” Saturday. It’ll begin with registration at Noon at Pioneer Park and races begin at 1 p.m. There is a $10 registration fee per entry. For more information, contact Amy at Victor City Hall…208-787 2940.
JULY 28
TETON ARTS COUNCIL: SHAKESPEARE IN THE PARK
Montana Shakepeare in the Parks touring company, hosted by the Teton Arts Council, presents "Macbeth" at 6:30pm in Creekside Meadows. Medieval Fair begins at 5pm with food and fun. Sponsored by First Bank of the Tetons and Teton Valley Trails and Pathways.
Teton Valley Trails and Pathways will be providing a Bike Barn to store bikes during the play. We will also have an information booth. Everyone that rides their bike will be entered into a raffle. Go to www.tetonartscouncil.com for updates on times and other details.
AUGUST 2
TASTE OF THE TETONS
Come celebrate the beauty of the Upper Snake River Valley with the Teton Regional Land Trust at the annual Taste of the Tetons Picnic on Saturday, August 2nd at Six Springs Ranch, 1.5 miles south of Driggs off highway 33. This fun community event brings together old and new friends for a wonderful celebration of our natural heritage that spotlights the uniqueness of the Upper Snake River Valley. Dinner and music start at 6:00. Enjoy food from Bubba’s BBQ and the music of The Michael Batdorf Trio. This year features a live auction including a trip to Nantucket, a customized wildlife expedition, a fishing trip to Costa Rica and more. Raffle and silent auction prizes include fishing trips, artwork, rounds of golf, lodging, gift certificates, and much, much more. Tickets are on sale now at the Teton Regional Land Trust office located at 146 S. highway 33 in Driggs or by calling 354-8939. The Taste of the Tetons is made possible through the generous efforts and donations of many local businesses and countless volunteers. We would especially like to thank First Bank of the Tetons and Intermountain Aquatics.
AUGUST 3
TVAC OFFERS CLASS
Teton Arts Council presents "Landscape Design with Nature in Mind" series. Cynthia Stoetzer, owner of Garden Designs, Inc. will present a series of classes where participants will explore concepts of sustainability and native beauty in landscape design. The series continues with two more 3 hour classes on July 12th and August 3rd from 9:30am-12:30pm. Cost for enrollment is $48 per class. For more information or to register for this class visit the Teton Arts Council website at www.tetonartscouncil.com or call 208-354-4ART (4278)
AUGUST 4
TETON COUNTY, IDAHO ABSENTEE BALLOTS
Absentee ballots for the August 5 Hospital Special Levy Election are now available. Anyone may vote early by absentee ballot prior to election day, but must complete a written application to obtain a ballot. Applications are available at the courthouse and at http://tetoncountyidaho.gov/election_forms.php.
Early voting at the courthouse will be available until 5 pm on Monday, August 4. Anyone wishing to receive a ballot through the mail must submit their written application no later than July 30.
AUGUST 5
FUNDER’S FAIR
Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson is hosting a Funder’s Fair at the College of Southern Idaho in Twin Falls. The event will take place on Tues., Aug. 5, 2008. Registration begins at 9:30 a.m. and the last workshop ends at 5:00 p.m. The CSI cafeteria will be open for lunch or bring your own.
The Funder’s Fair is a one-day workshop devoted to bringing federal and state agencies, and private entities to rural communities in order to provide information about funding that is available for various programs. The public is invited to come and learn about funding options that may be available for their organizations.
This Funder’s Fair will have several informational booths that will be open to the public, but space is limited to attend the work-shops that are available so you must RSVP to Linda Culver in Congressman Simpson’s Twin Falls Office at 208-734-7219 or Linda.culver@mail.house.gov.
AUGUST 9
DENNY DOWNS RANCH HORSE EVENTS
Denny Downs will host 2008 Ranch Horse Events beginning with check in at 9 a.m. It’ll feature cash prizes, fun and food! For more information call (208) 456 2851.
AUGUST 16
TVTAP...SUMMER TRAIL DAYS III
Trail to be determined at a later date. Meet at the Driggs Forest Service office at 9am sharp. Bring gloves, water, lunch, rain jacket, sunscreen and a strong desire to work hard. The after work day party will be held at Peaked Sports with beer being provided by Snake River Brewing.
FIGURE 8 RACING
Figure 8 Racing returns to the Teton County Fairgrounds in Driggs Saturday, August 16th. Tickets are $7 and will be available at the gate. Gates open at 6 p.m. and the race starts at 7 p.m. For entry details, call Blake at (208) 705-7760 or the Fair Office at (208) 354 2961.
SEPTEMBER 6
DENNY DOWNS RANCH HORSE EVENTS
Denny Downs will host 2008 Ranch Horse Events beginning with check in at 9 a.m. It’ll feature cash prizes, fun and food! For more information call (208) 456 2851.
OCTOBER 7-16
UI PROGRAM----“RETIRE WELL”
Idahoans of all ages who want to “Retire Well” would do well to attend a free four-session retirement planning course by that name. Sponsored by University of Idaho Extension, Idaho Department of Finance and AARP Idaho, the course will initially be offered Oct. 7, 9, 14 and 16 at the Red Lion Hotel in Idaho Falls. Each 2 1/2-hour session will begin at 7 p.m. Additional series will be added in other locations in winter 2009.Participants will receive valuable reference tools along with a binder of materials containing session summaries, classroom presentations and worksheets. For more information and to pre-register, contact Lyle Hansen at (208) 324-7578 or lhansen@uidaho.edu in Jerome for the Twin Falls series or Jim Schaffer at (208) 529-8376 or schaffer@uidaho.edu for the Idaho Falls series.
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