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Spotlight on John Paul Duddy, Sculpter, Painter, Woodworker, Home Designer
If you ask John Paul why he left New Jersey in 2008, he’ll tell you he was in the right state of mind, but in the wrong state. So he left his job, sold his home, packed his dog in the RV and headed West. He passed through Kentucky on his way to settling somewhere in Wyoming, Montana, or one of the Dakotas. After looking around to find a place to put down roots, he realized he couldn’t get thoughts of the laid back attitude and friendly people of th Bluegrass State out of his mind, so he headed back. He contacted a realtor and began looking for the home of his dreams. What he found was a rough hewn cabin in foreclosure. The rustic appearance and huge amount of work required to bring it back to life were an answer to a prayer. He was home.
John Paul has turned his home into a living piece of art. From the leather and wood organizer near the phone to the full size phone booth in his living room, he has paid meticulous attention to every deatail. He calls his decorating style “Down Dating” . He doesn’t update houses, he down dates them. Every nook and cranny, inside and out holds a personal touch that begs to be analyzed. And if he invites you out–and he will–he’s not just being nice. He really loves sharing and showing his home. It’s well worth the trip.
He has exploited all his disciplines as a sculpter in steel, carver, and painter to make his home a true showplace. And if you are looking for a designer to bring to life a rustic or western motif inside or out, he’s got the eye. His art is diverse, but you can tell he has a love for horses, because they are a common theme. All of his design elements are pieces of art that he has for sale. Give him a call and be surprised.
Lee County Chamber of Commerce Meeting
| August 16, 2010 | ||
| 12:00 pm | to | 1:00 pm |
Beattyville/Lee County Chamber of Commerce Trolly on the tracks for 2010
The Beattyville/Lee County Chamber of Commerce meets the third Monday of every month The August Meeting is at the PEP building on Main and Locust at 12:00. Lunch will be served. If you are not a member and would like to attend as a guest, call 606-464-3607 to reserve a place at the table. The cost for lunch is $7.
The Chamber is open to all. The next meeting is August 16, 2010
Lago Linda Hideaway
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One of the gems of Eastern Kentucky lies serenely hidden away about eight miles west of Beattyville on Hwy 52. Lago Linda Hideaway is a 410 acre preserve that accomodates a broad range of visitors to these magical mountains and mysterious river valleys. If you want to “rough it” in a tent, step up and bring your home with you in an RV, or just move in to one of the expertly decorated cabins, Linda and Doug Black are ready to accomodate you. Whether seeking romance, solitude, inspiration, or adventure, the 15 miles of trails, picturesque lake and abundant wildlife are there to enhance the experience. And your hosts, a unique and interesting pair, set a standard for service that is second to none.
Linda from Liverpool England, met Doug at a sailing club in Washington DC on one of her trips to America. They were married in 1992 and Linda bought into Doug’s dream to develop a piece of property he owned in Eastern Kentucky. They moved into his log cabin home and have been sharing their land and themselves with others since.
The name Lago Linda Hideaway grew from two separate incidents: First, Doug and Linda built a dam to catch water from two mountain streams to form their lake. As it was filling, Doug ammounced the lake should be called “Lago Linda,” meaning Linda’s Lake. Years later a visiting Berea student documenting trails and wildlife commented, “it is a perfect hideaway” . Thus, Lago Linda Hideaway was born.
One has only to visit their website,http://lagolinda.com/ , to see how these two very special people truly cherish their little piece of Appalachia and relish sharing it with others.
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Sloan’s Jewelry, Clock and Watch Repair, Where Everyone is Treated like Family
Twenty-two years ago Kirkland Air Force Base, in Albuquerque, NM, served as a backdrop for a romantic story that continues today in Beattyville, KY. Carleton Sloan and his wife of 22 years, Michelle, were wed and began their life together as members of the United States Air Force. In 1983 Carlton began working on clocks and watches and became a master repairman. In 1997 He became a master jewelry repairman as well. Visiting Lee County in 2008, they became attached to the warm people of this small mountain community and decided to move here and start their own business. In May of 2009 they moved to Lee County and opened Sloan’s Jewely, Clock and Watch Repair in July of the same year.
Master quality repair services at a fraction of the cost you’d pay in larger stores, (just ask the folks who’ve had work done by Carleton) coupled with a choice selection of fine clocks, jewelry and collectables makes Sloan’s the place to go for a great deal on fine gifts.
Open M, T, Th, Fr 2-6; Sat 8-12. Closed Wed, Sun
Carleton and Michelle believe old time charm and good service are the keys to a successful business and for as low as $10, you can take home a gift from Sloan’s. They are an authorized distributor of UK products and other collectables .
Sloan’s is an authorized repair center for Ridgeway and Howard Miller clocks and has an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau.
Call 606-464-2300 or come in and visit. Check out their prices. You won’t be disappointed.
About Us
Nestled in a valley where the North Fork and South Fork rivers come together to create the head waters of the Kentucky river, rests a true mountain community, Beattyville. With a population of 1,178, It is the center piece of a mountainous, timber covered county with dramatic cliffs, abundant wild life and miles of country roads and waterways. Beattyville (named for a local land owner Sam Beatty in 1843) along with communities named Heidelberg, Tallega, Fillmore, Fincastle and Cressmont, among others, boasts a rich and diverse history of trials and victories which began well before the formation of Lee as the 115th county.
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