SOTA Block Printing Class!
The CCAH School of Textile Arts is offering a Block Printing Class, Saturday mornings starting February 4th for 3 weeks. CCAH members receive 10% discount. More information about registration at: www.carbondalearts.com or 963-1680.More information...
3rd Annual Redstone Snowshoe Race/Fun Walk
On Saturday, Feb. 4, the Redstone Community Association is sponsoring a 5K snowshoe race and fun walk. Race time is 10:00 am. Cost is $20 and benefits Hospice of the Valley. go to redstonecolorado.com for more information.More information...
Resume Building Workshop offered by GoToWorkshops@YourLibrary Series
The Glenwood Springs Library is offering a Resume Workshop on Saturday, February 4th from 2-3pm. This workshop covers creating and organizing content, as well as how to format your resume. Learn how to utilize key words, make your resume stand out, and maximize your resume presentation. Attendees can revamp an existing resume or start from scratch! Don't miss out on this opportunity! Call 945-5958 to sign up or ask any questions!More information...
Experience Waldorf Education in Action
Experience a glimpse of Waldorf education in action on Thursday, February 2nd from 8:25 – 9:55 am at the school's “Walk Through the Grades” — an inside-the-classroom look at each grade. After the tour, enjoy light refreshments and time for questions and answers with a faculty member. Reserve a space by calling 963-1960. For more information on the school visit www.waldorfcarbondale.org. The Waldorf School is located one half mile east of Catherine’s Store on the Highway 82 frontage road.More information...
Trivia Night and 1st Fri Weekend
Feb 2 Thurs. Carbondale Beer Works Trivia Night (proceeds to the Carbondale Clay Center) Feb 3 First Fri Electric Lemon rock the house at CBW Feb 4 Sat. Matt Haslett & Co. on the main stage! CBW Feb 6 Mon Olde Tyme music jamMore information...
Small Biz Start Up the topic of CMC seminar
Colorado Mountain College, the Small Business Development Center and the Roaring Fork Business Resource Center have joined forces to present three seminars. The first is How to Start Your Own Business, Feb. 7, at CMC's Glenwood Center. More info at www.coloradomtn.edu/SmallBusinessMore information...
Community Calls Speaker Series at Rock Bottom Ranch
Jock Jacober will be kicking off this series with his talk "The Economics of Sustainable Communities" on Tuesday, February 7th at 7 p.m. Free and open to the public. Hosted by Rock Bottom Ranch.More information...
Teen Dating Violence Awareness Panel Discussion
Please join RESPONSE, the Aspen Police Department, and the Aspen Counseling Center on Tuesday, February 7th from 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm in the seminar room of the Aspen High School for a free panel discussion on Teen Dating Violence. Hear an Aspen High School student’s personal story of her abusive relationship and how she got out, as well as her mother’s account of the experience. Parents and students welcome. Presenters will stay after 6:30 to answer any questions.More information...
FREE PHYSICS LECTURE Wheeler Opera House, 5:30 Feb 8, "Quantum Matters"
We've heard talk of Quantum Computers, but how would they work? Physicists have discovered states of matter where particles appear that are different from any other particles, natural or man-made. Their exotic properties are a consequence of quantum mechanics and remarkably, these particles might be harnessed for a quantum computer, a hypothetical computer that could solve problems far beyond the reach of today’s computers.More information...
Bike Park to be discussed
Carbondale citizens are invited to the Parks & Recreation Commission meeting on Wednesday, February 8th, at 7:30 pm, at Town Hall, to discuss community ideas on proposed construction of a Bike Park. The meeting is open to parents, teenagers, and kids to find out what they would like to see built. Features could include a pump track, bike skills course, slalom track, and jump course. Please try to attend, and show your support!More information...
Thompson Divide Coalition is hosting a Glenwood Springs Meeting on February 8th
The Thompson Divide Coalition is hosting a Glenwood Springs Community Meeting on Wednesday, February 8, 2012, at the GWS Community Center, Sopris Rooms A&B, from 6-8 p.m. This is your opportunity to get information on the impacts from oil and gas development in Thompson Divide and how it will affect traffic, water and air quality, and other issues in the Glenwood Springs region.More information...
CCAH Art & Fashion Gallery Exhibit -- Call for Artists!
CCAH call for artists for its “Art & Fashion for a Sustainable Future,” March gallery exhibit. Open to all current members of CCAH. Theme is: everything old is new again and seen with new eyes in this new world, CCAH. Seeking two-and three-dimensional art using recycled materials, clear vision, and artistic integrity that will intrigue and inspire. Entry date is February 10th for this juried show. Artists are asked to send a digital image or conceptual drawing to: ccah@sopris.net.More information...
A night of classic and new photographs
All are invited to “Celebrate Colorado Mountain College” on Friday, Feb. 10, at CMC’s Rifle campus, 3695 Airport Road. From 5 to 6 p.m., George and Patti Stranahan will talk about 80 vintage black and white photographs they donated to the college. From 6 to 8 p.m., a catered opening reception will celebrate “The Child’s Eye,” a photo exhibit by 20 young artists, ages 9-18, from the Carbondale area. 947-8380.More information...
10th Annual Basalt Middle and High School Joy of Music
The Basalt Middle and High School bands will be hosting their 10th Annual Joy of Music Italian Dinner Fri. Feb 10th starting at 5:15pm at the Basalt Middle School Cafeteria. Listen to small enembles perform throughout the evening while having dinner and dessert. A silent auction is also held during the evening. Tickets at the door $15 or $40 for a family pack of four. More information at 927-3833.Fat Saturday, a benefit for the Early Childhood Center, will take place Saturday February 11th
Join in the fun from 6:00-10:00 at the Riverside Grill in Basalt. $39 ticket includes food, drink, live music, a silent auction and the chance to win a $500 door prize.More information...
Fat Saturday
Throw on some beads and support the Early Childhood Center- Mardi Gras style! Come down to the Riverside Grill in Basalt on Saturday, February 11th. From 6pm until 10pm there will be a $500 Cash prize drawing, silent auction, Door prizes, Live Band, food and drink, photo booth and King Cake. Tickets are $39.More information...
Sounds Like Shakespeare at Third Street Center on Feb. 12th!
CCAH, the Roaring Fork Chamber Players and Music Society, and the Hudson Reed Ensemble will present “Sounds Like Shakespeare” on February 12, 4 o’clock, at the Third Street Center in Carbondale. Suggested donation at the door. More information at CCAH: 963-1680More information...
FREE PHYSICS LECTURE Wheeler Opera House, 5:30 MONDAY Feb 13, "A Deeper Understanding our Universe""
Rolf-Dieter Heuer [rolf dee-ter hoy-er], Director General of CERN, the Large Hadron Collider, will share with us the excitement of the LHC. In the next few years, insights into the origin of mass, the nature of dark matter, and the existence of hidden extra dimensions are may be revealed. Professor Heuer has been involved since the collider's inception.More information...
Valentine's Day: Kids' Night Out
The World Activist Club of Roaring Fork High School is hosting our second Kids' Night Out on Valentine's Day (Tuesday February 14th) from 5-8 p.m. at the high school Games, sports, snacks, movies, and crafts for them and a date night for you! Age-appropriate activities and care for 2-7 years old. Suggested Donation is $20 and all proceeds go towards medical and school supplies for New Life Link Orphanage in Haiti. "Reservations" appreciated, but not required: lhentschel@rfschools.comJoin The Blind Cafe for a Special Valentine's Evening in Aspen
Spend this Valentine’s with The Blind Café for a night you won’t forget or see! Step into the dark and enjoy an evening that’s truly unlike any other. Let go of sight and explore your other senses in a safe, fun, environment where you’ll indulge in a three course dinner, experience a community concert, meet an amazing keynote speaker, and participate in a Q & A with your blind servers. Explore your senses on February 14th at the Sky Hotel. To find out more, visit www.theblindcafe.com.More information...
Alpine Legal Services Presents: Courthouse 101 How to Represent Yourself
Join Alpine Legal Services on February 15th from Noon to 1pm in the Garfield County Courthouse. This clinic will cover: initiating a complaint; filing an answer/motion; filing pleadings; appeals; what information to present to the court; how to present witnesses, exhibits and other information. For more information please contact us at 970-945-8858.More information...
Email Basics Workshop offered by GoToWorkshops@YourLibrary Series
The Gordon Cooper Branch Library is offering an Email Basics Workshop on Wednesday, February 15th from 6-7pm. This workshop is for anyone who feels out of touch with the digital age or wants to learn how to connect to employers, family, and friends through email. Set up an email account and learn how to send and receive email! Call 963-2889 to register or ask any questions!More information...
Emma Open Space Snowshoe Tour Feb. 16th 5pm
Join staff from Roaring Fork Conservancy and Pitkin County Open Space and Trails as we explore these 74 acres of open space by moonlight on snowshoes! Emma Open Space boasts lush wetlands, snowy fields, and a critical migration corridor for deer and elk to move across the valley. This free event is underwritten by Pitkin County Open Space & Trails. Registration is required. www.roaringfork.org/events Please call (970) 927-1290 with questions.More information...
Alpine Legal Services Presents: Night at the Bar
Do you have civil legal questions? Join us on Thursday February 16th in the Garfield County Courthouse 5pm.Volunteer attorneys will provide their time for a 10 minute private consultation about such matters as divorce, custody, renter’s rights,etc. Please bring all necessary documentation related to your case, such as; leases, contracts, or court papers. A small donation is requested.More information...
Alpine Legal Services: Do It Yourself Divorce Clinic
Join us on February 16th at 5pm in the Garfield County Courthouse to learn how to represent yourself through your divorce case. Attendees will receive all the necessary documentation and information on how to manage their case from start to finish. A small donation is requested for this service but no one will be denied services for lack of ability to pay. Call 970-945-8858 for more information.More information...
CMC Theatre presents ‘Dangerous Liaisons’
“Dangerous Liaisons” runs Feb. 10 through 19 at Colorado Mountain College’s New Space Theatre in Spring Valley, near Glenwood Springs. The play explores a world of decadent excess and rampant passion. Performances run Feb. 10, 11, 16, 17 and 18 at 7 p.m., with 2 p.m. matinees Feb. 12 and 19. 947-8177.Moses commands us to love Jazz
Wick Moses teaches Intro to Jazz on Thursday evenings at Colorado Mountain College in Carbondale beginning Feb. 23. This musical voyage will encounter Armstrong, Ellington, Davis and more. Space is limited and advance registration is required. 963-2172.More information...
Riverside Cross Country Ski on Rio Grande in Aspen; Feb 23 5pm
Take a guided twilight cross country ski along the banks of the Roaring Fork River! You’ll discover the importance of the riparian ecosystem along the trail and enjoy a wintry evening ski. The tour begins and ends at Stein Park. This free event is underwritten by City of Aspen Parks & Open Space. Registration is required. www.roaringfork.org/events (970) 927-1290More information...
Call For Town of Carbondale Trustee Nominations
Residents interested in running for Carbondale Trustee may pick up nomination petitions beginning February 3rd. There are 3 Trustee seats up for election. Petitions must be returned to the town clerk no later than 5:00 p.m. on February 23rd. For more information please contact Cathy Derby 510-1206.More information...
CCAH Valley Visual Art Show is February Gallery Exhibit!
The CCAH 32nd annual Valley Visual Art Show of work from local artists opens February 3rd and runs through the 24th, Tuesday-Friday, 9am-5pm @ the R2 Gallery in the CCAH Center for the Arts @ the Third Street Center. More information at: www.carbondalearts.com or call 963-1680.More information...
SYMPHONY SWING TICKETS NOW ON SALE
Tickets are now on sale for Symphony Swing, a gala to benefit the community orchestra for Garfield, Eagle, and Pitkin counties. Big band tunes by the Symphony in the Valley Jazz Orchestra. Hor d'oeuvres, dancing and live auction at the Grand River Hospital Ballroom in Rifle on Friday, February 24th, 7 pm, tickets $35. A swanky dinner dance and auction at Hotel Colorado on Saturday, February 25th, 6 pm, tickets $75. Advance tickets only, on sale at sitv.org, or call 989-9310.More information...
CCAH Visual Journaling Workshops!
CCAH is offering two Visual Journaling Workshops with Sheri Gaynor, January 14th & 15th: Visual Journaling 101, and February 25th & 26: Visual Journaling – Beyond the Basics, 9am-4pm at the CCAH Center for the Arts, 520 S. 3rd Street, Suite 9. Cost is $75 for adults only. More information about register at: www.carbondalearts.com or 970.963.1680.More information...
AWESOMEBLAGE: February Art Exhibition at the Red Brick
AWESOMEBLAGE: February Art Exhibition at the Red Brick Center for the Arts…featuring the works of Bill Gruenberg, Donna Linnecke, Kathy Honea, Dave Durrance. Opening Reception Thursday, February 2, 5-7pm. Red Brick Center for the Arts, 110 East Hallam, Aspen. Info@aspenart.org or 970.429.2777. 20% of gallery sales supports our Community’s Arts Council!More information...
Carbondale Public Arts Commission Call to Artists
The Carbondale Public Arts Commission (CPAC) invites artists to submit proposed 3-dimensional artwork for the 2012 Art aRound Town exhibition — on view throughout downtown Carbondale beginning June 1st. Artists should submit 1 "Proposal Image" of their intended sculptural entry along with 4 additional images of other 3-D work for review. Images may be submitted through the CAFÉ website at: www.callforentry.org More details: 970-963-3155 or www.publicartcarbondale.orgMore information...
The Gathering Center at The Orchard Named Carbondale Chamber’s 2011 Business of the Year
The Gathering Center at The Orchard has been named the Carbondale Chamber’s 2011 Business of the Year. It was selected amongst a pool of 485 chamber businesses and is honored to win the award. The Gathering Center has been open for three years serving individuals, businesses, and the non-profit community as a venue to host events, meetings, weddings and other functions. For information visit www.TheGatheringCenter.orgMore information...
Carbondale Chamber has new digs!
The Carbondale Chamber of Commerce invites everyone to come say "hello!' at its new offices in the Third Street Center, Suite 3 from its former offices at 981 Cowen Drive, Suite C -- both in Carbondale. The phone number is still the same: 970-963-1890. More information about this new office move for the Chamber by emailing andrea@carbondale.com.More information...
Aspen Mobile Food Pantry
The Mobile Food Pantry will be in Aspen handing out food to anyone in need on a first-come first-serve basis at the HHS building, 0405 Castle Creek Road, from 11 am- 1 pm on Thursday, March 1st. Please bring bags or boxes to carry items home. Presented by Food Bank of the Rockies.Food for Fines at your libraries
The Garfield County Libraries are excited to announce the Food for Fines program will has returned for the month of February. Bring in non-perishable food items to any of the six branch libraries, and for each item you donate you will receive a $1 credit toward overdue fines currently on your account (not lost materials or fees). All items donated will be given to the local LIFT-UP. Last February there were 3,297 items collected by the libraries!More information...
Great deals for you that help support Habitat for Humanity!
Donate your like new and gently used furniture, appliances and building materials to the ReStore of the Roaring Fork, and help support Habitat for Humanity end local poverty housing. For your FREE pick up, call 618.1666. Shop. Donate. Volunteer. Off highway 82 between Carbondale and Glenwood. ReStore of the Roaring Fork. Building Community Everyday.More information...
CCAH Natural Wood Assemblage Sculpture Class!
CCAH is offering a Natural Wood Assemblage Sculpture Class taught by artist Susan Olsen, March 3 & 4, 10am-4pm. Cost is $75 for Adults. Members receive a 10% discount. More information about registration at: www.carbondalearts.com and 963-1680.More information...
Empty Bowls fundraiser to Support Lift Up
Please come to the Empty Bowls Fundraiser on March 7th 5-7pm at Bumps Buttermilk. The Aspen Middle School, Aspen Community School, and the Aspen Country Day School art students are creating hundreds of beautiful ceramic bowls. The community is invited to a simple meal of soup, bread and dessert. The guests choose a bowl to use for their soup and to keep as a reminder that there are empty bowls in our world. $10 donation to benefit Lift Up.McClure Pass Snow Science Field Day, Saturday March 17th
Explore how snowpack is used to forecast the upcoming summer’s stream flows during a dynamic hands-on snowshoe field trip to McClure Pass. Join Mt. Sopris Conservation District and Roaring Fork Conservancy staff for a fun and informative workshop. Learn about SNOTEL and dust on snow at the Redstone Inn and then slip on snowshoes and visit the McClure Pass SNOTEL site and also learn how snow surveys are conducted by the NRCS. Registration is required. (970) 927-1290 with questions.More information...
SOTA Indigo Dying & Shibori Resist Class!
The CCAH School of Textile Arts is offering an Indigo Dying & Shibori Resist Class, Saturday & Sunday, March 17 & 18. CCAH members receive 10% discount. More information about registration at: www.carbondalearts.com or 963-1680.More information...
North Y Sur every Tuesday at the Hotel Jerome
North Y Sur performs American and Brazilian Jazz & Bossa Nova every Tuesday, from 4pm - 7pm in the Library Room at the Hotel JeromeNorth Y Sur every Friday at the Hotel Jerome
NorthYSur will be performing Every Friday at Zocalito Bistro, 420 East Hyman 10pm - midnight, beginning January 6th "American jazz and Brazilian bossa nova" with Josefina and JeremyCCAH Ukrainian Egg Decorating Class!
CCAH is offering an Ukrainian Egg Decorating Class just in time for Easter taught by Jill Scher, Saturday, March 31st from 9am to 2pm. Cost is $30 for ages 15 and up. Members receive 10% discount. More information about registration at: www.carbondalearts.com or 963-1680.More information...
New app brings the library to you, wherever you are
Want easy access to your Garfield County Libraries on the go? Download our free new smartphone app, GCPLD 2 Go! This powerful, yet easy-to-use app gives you access to many things including the library catalog to find books, movies, music, games, and more. You can also find the closest library and view upcoming events. To download the free GCPLD 2 Go app simply go to gcpld.boopsie.com from your smartphone. For more information visit the Libraries' website, www.gcpld.org.More information...
$40,000 Kitchen Cabinet Giveaway Video Contest
We are giving away a set of kitchen cabinets valued at $40,000.Entrants are to make a video stating why they need new kitchen cabinets & end with their best Tebow stance. Deadline to submit a video is 5pm on April 6, 2012. Please visit our website www.tshopinc.com for complete contest details & public voting. Limit one submission per household. Eligible applicants must be at least 18 years of age and a legal resident of the state of Colorado.More information...
CCAH Nature Photography for Kids Class!
CCAH is offering two sessions of its Nature Photography for Kids Class taught by Karen Lanier, Fridays, February 3-March 23 and April 6-May 25, after-school 3:30-5pm. Cost for each session is $90. More information about registration at: www.carbondalearts.com or 970.963.1680.More information...
RFTA - Winter Bus Schedule Changes
The Roaring Fork Transportation Authority (RFTA) will be beginning its 2011-12 Winter Season this Saturday, December 10, 2011. RFTA’s Winter Season runs from December 10, 2011 through April 8, 2012. Go to www.rfta.com to see if your bus schedule has changed. Changes will occur on the Valley, Hogback, Aspen & Snowmass routes. Additionally the Four Mountain Connector bus will begin servicing the four Upvalley ski mountains. For additional information, call 970-925-8484.More information...
GO FIGURE!!!!! Art Exhibit & Opening Reception
GO FIGURE !!!!! An Exhibit & Sale of 8 Roaring Fork Valley Artists. Exhibit is now through April 15, 2012 at the Villas at Snowmass Club (cross the street) Opening Recpetion - Meet the Artists - Mon. Dec. 19 starting at 5pm. Art in various sizes and media including charcoal, watercolor, oil & sculpture. Information 970-923-0391 Thanks and let me know if you have any questions!!!!!SOTA Yarn Spinning Class!
The CCAH School of Textile Arts is offering a Yarn Spinning Class, Saturday mornings starting April 14 for 3 weeks. CCAH members receive 10% discount. More information about registration at: www.carbondalearts.com or 963-1680.More information...
Bilingual Family Storytime
Join us on Saturdays at the Gordon Cooper Branch Library for a new Storytime where you and your family have fun with stories and songs in Spanish and English. Bilingual Family Storytime begins at 11 a.m. each week and is open to all. For more information call 963-2889.More information...
SOTA Winter & Spring Classes!
CCAH is now accepting registrations for its winter & spring School of Textile Arts classes and workshops. Ten percent discount for members. More information about classes and registration at www.carbondalearts.com or 963-1680.More information...
CCAH Relics & Reliquaries: An Exploration of Mixed Media & Plaster Class!
CCAH will offer a Relics & Reliquaries: An Exploration of Mixed Media & Plaster class taught by Sheri Gaynor, May 5th & 6th, 9am to 4pm @ the CCAH Center for the Arts. Cost is $75, but members receive a 10% discount. More registration information at: www.carbondalearts.com or 963-1680.More information...
Red Brick Biennial 2012 - juried art exhibition
Red Brick Biennial 2012 - juried art exhibition: judges this year include Jody Guralnick (artist), Carolyn Landis (art consultant), and Ann Korologos (gallery owner). Show runs May 3-30. Submitting artists must reside in the Roaring Fork Valley, Aspen to Glenwood, including Marble and Redstone...Deadline is Monday, April 23, 10-3.More information...
CCAH Drop-In Figure Drawing Class!
CCAH offers an uninstructed Drop-in Figure Drawing class for all ages and abilities, every Monday from 7-9pm at the Third Street Center, Suite 9. There is no charge for this class, but there will be a model’s fee and attendees will have to bring their own easel and supplies. More information at: www.carbondalearts.com or 970.963.1680More information...
Aikido Classes at Colorado Mountain College
Aikido classes are ongoing at CMC's Aspen campus. Classes meet Mondays and Wednesdays from 6:45 to 8:30pm. Aikido is an effective martial art you can apply to every day conflict as well as a fun and dynamic work out. Aikido is great exercise for Mind, Body, and Spirit. Beginners welcome. Try the first class for free! For questions call 379-4676. To register for the class call CMC at 925-7740.More information...