By Jeffrey V. Smith DUMONT Get ready to heckle, boo, hiss, laugh and cheer for the local thespians on stage at the annual Mill Creek Valley Historical Society melodrama. Don’t worry, it’s encouraged. The group, which formed in the early 1980s to save the Dumont Schoolhouse, has been telling tales of good versus evil … Continue reading
A-Basin kicks off 2017-18 ski, snowboard season, Oct. 13
ARAPAHOE BASIN Arapahoe Basin Ski Area will open for the 2017-18 ski and snowboard season on Friday, Oct. 13. The Black Mountain Express lift will start turning at 9:00 a.m., giving skiers and snowboarders access to the intermediate High Noon trail. Arapahoe Basin is often one of the first ski areas to open in North … Continue reading
Mountain Arts Calendar – October 2017
All dates, times & prices are subject to change CLASSICAL MUSIC Gilpin County Wednesdays: Peak to Peak Chorale of Gilpin County Practice, Gilpin County Library, 7pm, $ Estes Park • Tuesdays-Wednesdays: James Davis’ Spanish & Classical Guitar, Twin Owls Steak House, 6pm, free • Friday & Saturday: Ray Young Jazz Piano, Nicky’s Steakhouse, 6pm, free … Continue reading
Mountain Music Calendar – October 2017
All dates, times & prices are subject to change SILVER PLUME Bread Bar 1010 Main St., Silver Plume • http://www.breadbarsp.com • Oct. 1 & Nov. 5: Brianna Straut, 4:30pm, free • Oct. 7: Shenandoah Davis, 6:30pm, free • Oct. 14: In/Planes, 6:30pm, free • Oct. 21: Andy Thomas’ Dust Heart, 6:30pm, free • Oct. 28: … Continue reading
Mountain Events Calendar – October 2017
All dates, times & prices are subject to change FESTIVALS/SPECIAL EVENTS Georgetown • Oct. 1 & 7-8: Pumpkin Festival, Georgetown Loop Railroad, 10am-3:50pm, $19.95-$37.95 • Oct. 14 & 21: The Ghostly Side of the Hamill House, Hamill House Museum, 7-10pm, $15 • Oct. 14-15, 21-22 & 28-29: Oktoberfest Train, Georgetown Loop Railroad, 10am-3:50pm, $19.95-$37.95 • … Continue reading
Food & Drink Calendar – October 2017
All dates, times & prices are subject to change GEORGETOWN • Thursdays: Mussels Mania, Troia’s Café, 5pm, $ • Fridays: Prime Rib Special, Troia’s Café, 5pm, $ • Sundays: Family Night, Troia’s Café, 5pm, $ IDAHO SPRINGS • Oct. 11: Wellness Wednesdays, The Spice & Tea Exchange, 6-7pm, $20 • Oct. 6 & Nov. 3: … Continue reading
October 2017 Mountain Mix – The Best of All the Rest
October 1-November 17 “Through the Artists Eye’ Fall Showing The 2017 Fall Showing “Through the Artists Eye” at the Glass Tipi Gallery, 55 Utica St. in Ward, continues on Fridays and Saturdays through Nov. 17, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Artists include Scott Lancashire, Carolyn Bradley, Bill Meuser, Carol Jenkins, Marty Brens, Lani Vlaanderen, Nancy Hall, Teresa … Continue reading
Celebrate winter season in Colorado with new events, attractions, lodging, more
DENVER Colorado is heading into a winter filled with new offerings for visitors. From soaring down the mountain year-round on four new mountain coasters, skiing 468 acres of new terrain at Arapahoe Basin and celebrating Snowmass’ 50th anniversary, to exciting hotel and restaurant openings and unique packages and experiences, Colorado is filled with winter fun … Continue reading
Echo Mountain joins Colorado Ski Country USA
Idaho Springs Ski Area Becomes 23rd Member of State Trade Association DENVER Colorado Ski Country USA, the state trade association and global voice of skiing and snowboarding in Colorado, today announced that Echo Mountain will join the association effective immediately. Echo Mountain, which is only 50 minutes away from downtown Denver and offers night skiing … Continue reading
Colorado offers unique crafted offerings at workshops, tasting rooms, retail spots
DENVER The Maker’s movement, in many ways, is a celebration of the feeling that comes with putting your mind and hands to work creating something: an idea, a piece of art, delicious food or healing remedies. And, it’s no wonder that the movement is alive and thriving in Colorado. Curiosity and inspiration are bred by … Continue reading