Community Calendar

ASPEN FRINGE FESTIVAL presents the 18th annual AFF Junefest
A celebration of the human spirit through live Dance, Theatre & AFF filmfest award films
June 12-13, 2026, at 7:30 pm at the Wheeler Opera House

JUNE 12 — DANCE & FILM: SILVER LININGS: Only in Darkness can you see the Stars
—Direct from NYC, SOULSKIN Dance presents
UNEXPECTED ENCOUNTERS — Following its NYC Premiere at Alvin Ailey Dance
Center.
A transformative ballet about how we collide, diverge, and reconnect.
"A Ravishing Lust for Life…" – Dance Enthusiast
—AFF Features 2 Local Choreographers~
DISAPPEARED — by Alya Howe.
Balancing disappearing values with hope's renewal.
GAS // LIGHTENING — by Lilly Bright.
Freedom is not for the Faint of Heart.
—AFF Filmfest Award films:
DREAMADRE — Film by Elisabetta Carnevale. Inspired by Terpsichore, the muse of Dance.
for Mothers & Mother Earth.
THE KEY — Film by Jaco Strydom.
Past & future blur in a desert landscape on a memory trail of loss & desire.

JUNE 13 — THEATRE: STILL, by Lia Romero
A funny, thought-provoking play about lost love & second chances.
"Best New American Play" — NY Outer Critics Circle Nominee.
THE STORY: Nearly 30 years after their relationship ended, Helen and Mark meet over drinks…
and find themselves charmed and attracted all over again. When past choices and new secrets surface, everything they believe about the future is called into question.
Humorous and revealing, Still explores the delicate dance between what connects us and what divides us.
Starring David Ledingham and Libby Rife, directed by Maurice Lamee.
"Juicy. Smart" — NY Times "Romantic and timely" — TheaterMania

AFF’S JUNEFEST 18, Details @ Aspenfringefestival.org.
Unexpected Encounters: Performed by Soulskin Dancers: Leslie Plummer, Andrea Dusel, Barbara Koch, Sophia Rumasuglia. Costumes by Cathy Cooper & Original Score by Reuben Butchardt.
More @ Soulskindance.org.
“Gas // Lightening - Freedom is not for the Faint of Heart” : Performed by Lilly Bright.
more @ curiouslybright.com,
DISAPPEARED: Performed by Alya Howe, Lilly Bright.
More at Disappeared
DREAMADRE: Performed by Elisabetta Carnevale.
More @ DREAMADRE
THE KEY: Performed by Barbara Koch & Fred Gehrig
More @ JacoStrydom

TICKETS ON SALE APRIL 17
20% OFF through APRIL30TH

TICKETS/ FRINGE PASSES
Wheeler Opera House Box Office 970-920-5770
Individual tickets $45
Festival Pass $75 (Save 20%)
Aspenshowtix.com

Get ready for Zumba with Andrea Orrego

Zumba is a global dance phenomenon that invites the body and spirit into a state of pure, rhythmic connection. Originally inspired by the vibrant dance traditions of Latin America — Salsa, Cumbia, Merengue, and Reggaeton — Zumba has since grown into a dynamic fusion of world rhythms, blending Afrobeat, Bollywood, Bhangra, Belly Dance, Hip Hop, and more into an electrifying celebration of movement.

At its core, Zumba is about intuitive dance expression. Rather than focusing on strict choreography or technical breakdowns, the structure of a Zumba class mirrors the architecture of music itself — simple, repeatable patterns tied to the chorus, verses, and bridges of each song. This approach allows dancers to anticipate transitions naturally, freeing them from the constraints of counting steps and encouraging a deeper, more instinctive relationship with rhythm.

Zumba invites a profound reconnection to the joy of embodied movement: a space where strength meets sensuality, sweat becomes celebration, and music becomes a global language that transcends borders.
For seasoned dancers, Zumba offers a refreshing invitation to return to the essence of why we dance — not for perfection, but for expression, connection, and exhilaration. It is a journey through cultures, rhythms, and emotions, all channeled through the most ancient instrument we possess: our own bodies.

All dance levels welcome!

ASPEN FRINGE FESTIVAL presents the 18th annual AFF Junefest
A celebration of the human spirit through live Dance, Theatre & AFF filmfest award films
June 12-13, 2026, at 7:30 pm at the Wheeler Opera House

JUNE 12 — DANCE & FILM: SILVER LININGS: Only in Darkness can you see the Stars
—Direct from NYC, SOULSKIN Dance presents
UNEXPECTED ENCOUNTERS — Following its NYC Premiere at Alvin Ailey Dance
Center.
A transformative ballet about how we collide, diverge, and reconnect.
"A Ravishing Lust for Life…" – Dance Enthusiast
—AFF Features 2 Local Choreographers~
DISAPPEARED — by Alya Howe.
Balancing disappearing values with hope's renewal.
GAS // LIGHTENING — by Lilly Bright.
Freedom is not for the Faint of Heart.
—AFF Filmfest Award films:
DREAMADRE — Film by Elisabetta Carnevale. Inspired by Terpsichore, the muse of Dance.
for Mothers & Mother Earth.
THE KEY — Film by Jaco Strydom.
Past & future blur in a desert landscape on a memory trail of loss & desire.

JUNE 13 — THEATRE: STILL, by Lia Romero
A funny, thought-provoking play about lost love & second chances.
"Best New American Play" — NY Outer Critics Circle Nominee.
THE STORY: Nearly 30 years after their relationship ended, Helen and Mark meet over drinks…
and find themselves charmed and attracted all over again. When past choices and new secrets surface, everything they believe about the future is called into question.
Humorous and revealing, Still explores the delicate dance between what connects us and what divides us.
Starring David Ledingham and Libby Rife, directed by Maurice Lamee.
"Juicy. Smart" — NY Times "Romantic and timely" — TheaterMania

AFF’S JUNEFEST 18, Details @ Aspenfringefestival.org.
Unexpected Encounters: Performed by Soulskin Dancers: Leslie Plummer, Andrea Dusel, Barbara Koch, Sophia Rumasuglia. Costumes by Cathy Cooper & Original Score by Reuben Butchardt.
More @ Soulskindance.org.
“Gas // Lightening - Freedom is not for the Faint of Heart” : Performed by Lilly Bright.
more @ curiouslybright.com,
DISAPPEARED: Performed by Alya Howe, Lilly Bright.
More at Disappeared
DREAMADRE: Performed by Elisabetta Carnevale.
More @ DREAMADRE
THE KEY: Performed by Barbara Koch & Fred Gehrig
More @ JacoStrydom

TICKETS ON SALE APRIL 17
10-20% OFF through APRIL30TH
TICKETS/ FRINGE PASSES
Wheeler Opera House Box Office 970-920-5770
Individual tickets $45
Festival Pass $75 (Save 20%)
Aspenshowtix.com

June 15 – 19, 2026
Monday – Thursday, 9:30AM – 3:30PM, Friday, 9:30AM – 12:00PM
Art Show/Hip Hop Performance on Friday at 11:45AM
Grades 1 – 3 (2026/2027 school year)

Jump into a week packed with creativity, color, and movement! You’ll design graffiti-style art with bold letters, stencils, and spray-paint effects—then paint your own custom skateboard deck and style a one-of-a-kind baseball hat. In addition to the art sessions, you’ll learn hip hop dance basics—beats, grooves, and fun choreography—then wrap up the week with a mini showcase that puts your art and your moves in the spotlight. Create, move, experiment, and leave inspired.

June 16 – 18, 2026
Tuesday – Thursday, 9:00AM – 12:00PM
Ages: PreK (ages 4+)

Dive into a river adventure! Explore rivers, rocks, and ripples—and create art inspired by the creatures that live in and around the water. Paint swirling currents, design fish and frogs, make dragonflies and turtles, and build a colorful river habitat with collage and simple sculpture. Use playful materials and plenty of imagination as you create, explore, and take home a splashy bundle of river-inspired masterpieces!

June 15 – 19, 2026
Monday – Thursday, 9:30AM – 3:30PM, Friday, 9:30AM – 12:00PM
Art Show/Hip Hop Performance on Friday at 11:45AM
Grades 1 – 3 (2026/2027 school year)

Jump into a week packed with creativity, color, and movement! You’ll design graffiti-style art with bold letters, stencils, and spray-paint effects—then paint your own custom skateboard deck and style a one-of-a-kind baseball hat. In addition to the art sessions, you’ll learn hip hop dance basics—beats, grooves, and fun choreography—then wrap up the week with a mini showcase that puts your art and your moves in the spotlight. Create, move, experiment, and leave inspired.

Sopris Lodge and HomeCare & Hospice of the Valley present a four-part grief support series featuring a rotating lineup of compassionate speakers. Sessions take place on the third Tuesday of every month May – July 2026 in the Community Room at the Carbondale Branch Library from 3:30 - 5 p.m.

May’s session will be co-led by Marie Herr, Executive Director of Sopris Lodge, and Anne Wolf, an integrative trauma coach. They’ll explore how grief affects both body and mind—causing stress, tension, sleep issues, and other health challenges—and how caregiving fatigue adds another layer to the process. The speakers will also share simple, supportive practices to bring calm and create space for healing.

Upcoming dates:
Tuesday, May 19
Tuesday, June 16
Tuesday, July 21
Tuesday, August 18

Service Above Self
Rotary is proud to welcome you to our global community of more than 1.4 million men and women in 46,000+ clubs dedicated to building a better world. By adding your skills, experience, and enthusiasm to the Rotary Club of Carbondale, you can make a positive impact in our community, and beyond!

Through the Rotary community, you can exchange ideas and build lifelong friendships with like-minded people. Take advantage of the resources and activities available through your club, district, and Rotary International to make your experience with Rotary both rewarding and fun.

Founded in 1905 (Rotary History), Rotarians are engaged citizens, business and professional leaders who take an active role in their communities while greatly enriching their personal and professional lives.

June 16 – 18, 2026
Tuesday – Thursday, 9:00AM – 12:00PM
Ages: PreK (ages 4+)

Dive into a river adventure! Explore rivers, rocks, and ripples—and create art inspired by the creatures that live in and around the water. Paint swirling currents, design fish and frogs, make dragonflies and turtles, and build a colorful river habitat with collage and simple sculpture. Use playful materials and plenty of imagination as you create, explore, and take home a splashy bundle of river-inspired masterpieces!

June 15 – 19, 2026
Monday – Thursday, 9:30AM – 3:30PM, Friday, 9:30AM – 12:00PM
Art Show/Hip Hop Performance on Friday at 11:45AM
Grades 1 – 3 (2026/2027 school year)

Jump into a week packed with creativity, color, and movement! You’ll design graffiti-style art with bold letters, stencils, and spray-paint effects—then paint your own custom skateboard deck and style a one-of-a-kind baseball hat. In addition to the art sessions, you’ll learn hip hop dance basics—beats, grooves, and fun choreography—then wrap up the week with a mini showcase that puts your art and your moves in the spotlight. Create, move, experiment, and leave inspired.