Archive for July, 2011

Summer romance in Leavenworth

Tuesday, July 5th, 2011
Summer sunset

Romantic sunset

Leavenworth is our favorite place for romance. Anytime of the year you’ll find special spots to share, romantic dining, lovely and romantic places to stay. Here are a few ideas. Tell us about yours.

• Book a fireplace suite at Pine River Ranch Bed and Breakfast
• Buy cheese and sausage from Cheesemongers Shop for a picnic
• Take a walk in the tree-lined paths on Blackbird Island
• Take pictures of the area for memories to last a lifetime
• Sit on a bench and people-watch while holding hands
• Take a telescope or binoculars and find a dark place to stargaze
• Steal a kiss in the gazebo in Front Street Park

A romantic walk

A romantic path on Blackbird Island

Especially for summer:
• Share a gelato
• Visit an orchard, like Nicholson Orchard. Pick fresh fruit and take lots of photos
• Take in a local farmers’ market
• Pack a picnic lunch. Drive into the Alpine Lakes Wilderness and hike to a quiet picnic spot
• Take an evening walk along the Wenatchee River in Waterfront Park. Watch for wildlife
• Pack a light supper picnic and go to outdoor Summer Theater
• Tour local vineyards and taste local wines

For more Leavenworth romance check out our Romance page.

Please tell us about your favorite romantic places and things to do in Leavenworth at info@accidentalbavarian.com.

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July and August in Leavenworth

Friday, July 1st, 2011

July starts with a bang today. The Leavenworth area is worthy of a visit any time of year. In summer it really shines. The weather in July and August is more temperate than that of the Lower Wenatchee Valley. Highs are usually in the 80’s or 90’s with an occasional 100º day (but it’s a dry heat). Because of the surrounding Cascade Mountains, sunset comes a little earlier than on the coast and the nights cool quickly. One visit in July or August just might turn Leavenworth into your family’s favorite summer playground.

Check out some events and activities in July and August. You can enter a keyword in the search box on our Events page to find specific events. For instance, enter Gazebo in the search box and find groups and acts that are scheduled for the Gazebo in City Park on Front Street.

For upcoming events in the near future, visit our TNBT (The Next Big Thing) page.

The Leavenworth Summer Theater opens their summer season tonight (July 1) with Sound of Music at the Ski Hill Amphitheater. Read more about Sound of Music and the rest of the season, including Seven Brides for Seven Brothers and My Fair Lady in this previous post.

Freedom Fest: Free, fun faith event to celebrate freedom and our country. July 2 & 3.

Kinderfest: A family friendly fun time.

Front Street activities and Gazebo entertainment throughout July and August. Featuring entertainers such as: Alpen Folk, Happy Hans, Kerry Christensen-Master Yodeler, Johnny V, and the Smilin’ Scandinavians. Free musical entertainment occurs Saturdays and Sundays through the summer. Visit the Chamber of Commerce website for details on entertainment throughout the village. You can search for specific events on your vacation dates.

Visit our Sports and Recreation page for links to:
Tubing and Rafting
Golf
Fishing
Hiking and climbing

Beginning today, July 1, use of Washington State lands requires a Discover Pass. This will include, State Parks, Dept. of Fish and Wildlife areas and water access points, and Dept. of Natural Resources recreation sites.

And before I forget: Happy Canada Day! to our friends north of the border.

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