By ktcosmos on Dec 22, 2011 in Dining out, Java | 2 Comments
Out with the old and in with the new, right? When a favorite dining establishment closes its doors it’s unsettling and sad but we all know another will soon throw open those same doors and welcome the usual rush of curious diners. That’s happening in Prescott now and we bid adieu to some old favorites, [...]
By ktcosmos on Aug 9, 2011 in Camping, Outdoor Adventures | 0 Comments
South shore of Lynx Lake September 2010 There are two campgrounds in the Prescott National Forest near Lynx Lake, which is on the east end of Prescott. To get there, just turn south at Walker Road (where you’ll see Costco on the south east corner, and Forest Villas Hotel at the north side of that [...]
By ktcosmos on Aug 8, 2011 in Fun Outings | 0 Comments
(originally written Aug 12, 2006; updated periodically since then). I can still see my Gramma loading up the picnic basket for a special trip to one of our beautiful midwestern parks, back when I was a little girl in Iowa. Iced tea, potato salad, chocolate cake, apple pie, all homemade and yummy. Do people still [...]
By ktcosmos on Aug 8, 2011 in Prescott Living | 0 Comments
We thought we’d wade in and divest ourselves of our tiny vintage cottage this year. Price-wise, it falls at the lower end of the spectrum. Location-wise, anything walking distance to downtown should be a good bet, so we listed it. To clarify, it’s been a rental property for almost 20 years. We like it but [...]
By ktcosmos on Aug 8, 2011 in Java | 2 Comments
(Originally written May 23, 2006. Updated periodically since then.) Need a java jolt? Here are some great locally owned Prescott spots for you to check out. And, you can jump over to the Loosely Speaking blog to read more AND add your own comments about the Prescott Coffee House scene. 12/22/2011 Note: We are [...]
By ktcosmos on Aug 8, 2011 in Hiking, Outdoor Adventures | 2 Comments
(first published 3/12/2006, updated periodically since) Maybe by now you’ve visited “Everybody’s Home Town” and experienced our beautiful historic downtown area, courtesy of the day trip tour created by About Guide Judy Hedding. If you’re ready to see more of Prescott, pack your hiking boots or trail shoes and come on up again! To help [...]