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September 29th, 2008

Fall Festivals in Leavenworth in High Gear


This past weekend Leavenworth hosted it's 46 anniversity of Autumn Leaf Festival. A great time was held by all.  The next three weekends they will be hosting their Oktober Fest events. 

New to Levenworth are the redesigned streets being given the final touches.  It has been a long haul but the streets with their new paver side walks, light poles, landscaping are absolutely smashing.  The new look is fresh and lends itself to the Bavarian theme. 

Time to ...



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July 21st, 2008

Gigantic Yard Sale in Leavenworth, July 24,25,26


HUGE AND I MEAN HUGE YARD SALE  this Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Brand new Christmas and gift items including angels, yard garden figures, wreaths, ornaments, etc.  Each day new items will be added because there is that much to sell.  Forget the gas prices.  You will make it up in the great buys you get when you go to this sale.   So get in your car and come to  Leavenworth for ...



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May 27th, 2008

Leavenworth Roads Amiss But Everything Is Going Strong As Ever


Yes, the roads in town are a bit of up heavel but they are the foundation for a better look and safety in the town.  They so far have been working on phase one of the project.  You can find the details on the city website at : www.cityofleavenworth.com .  In the middle of the week you can find the contractor, Pipkin Construction, is doing a marvelous job and are ...



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March 21st, 2008

Leavenworth Getting a Spring Road Makeover


Downtown Leavenworth has embarked on a major road overhaul.  In the process of the construction all pipes and utilities are upgrading their systems to be able to handle new development in our clinic, hospital, and ER.  New construction is also being considered in this rennovation. 

So when you come to Leavenworth remember that we just look this way for a short time and before you know it we will be spiffy clean ready for ...



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January 16th, 2008

Plan Your Next Trip to Leavenworth Christmas Lighting


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Left--Leavenworth snow-laden prepares for the evening Christmas Lighting event. 

Right--Lights On!

Here are some sights and sounds of Leavenworth Christmas Lighting 2007.  Prepare now for next year.  If you plan to stay the night remember to book early as most lodging  is booked a year in advance if you want to stay in town.

If you come remember to dress in layers ...



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January 16th, 2008

Ice Festival at Leavenworth is this Weekend Jan.19-21


Winter in Leavenworth is a hoot during the winter when you come for the IceFest Celebration. 

Geared for locals anyone can enjoy this weekend of fun for the whole family.  Events are schedule throughout the day.  

Create a team and do some swooshing races, or race snow shoe.  Restaurants have races to test their skills.  Beautiful dogs  sled vie for a win during sled pull competition.  One of the favorite is ice sculpting in various ...



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November 9th, 2007

Good Morning America is Coming to Leavenworth-Be a Part of the Program


That's right...Good Morning America is Coming to Leavenworth.  They will be coming a week earlier to do filming of the preparations for Leavenworth's Christmas Lighting Festival.  On November 29th, Leavenworth will be featured on the program.  For it to be live they will be doing a mock festival though it will be done like a normal festival.  The hour is different...like 5am.  Merchants need to be open at 4am.  They are ...



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September 27th, 2007

Washington State Autumn Leaf Festival in Leavenworth this Weekend


The theme...'Autumn Bavarian Style' provides the essence of what you will find if you take a trip to Leavenworth is weekend.  Be sure to come for the bulk of the activities on Saturday.  Even if you take a day trip it will be worth it.  Here are some of the events you can expect:

7 am - 11 am Lions Club Breakfast 

Early Morning (8 am) you can participate in one of two ...



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September 20th, 2007

Salmon Festival is Running This Weekend in Leavenworth


Yes, it is that time of year and this weekend is when you need to show up for a very entertaining and educational time learning about salmon and various outdoor activity skills.  The festival is located at the Leavenworth Fish Hatchery and can be found traveling down either Icicle Road or E. Leavenworth Road which are on the east and west sides of Leavenworth. 

Remember this is not just for kids.  ...



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September 5th, 2007

Make Your Plans for Christmas Lighting in Leavenworth Now!!


Here are the dates:

December 1 and 2

December 8 and 9

December 15 and 16

Leavenworth is known country wide as a great place to come to participate in Christmas festivities.  Please refer to more details at the Leavenworth Chamber Site:  www.leavenworth.org .  

If you plan to stay the night in the area and you are driving you need to book your lodging early like six months ago (smile) but there are a few spots ...



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