All dates, times & prices are subject to change FESTIVALS/SPECIAL EVENTS Georgetown • Aug. 3, 10 & 17: Hike & Ride, Georgetown Loop Railroad Silver Plume Depot, noon-4pm, $39.95-$49.95 • Aug. 4: “Through the Looking Glass” Dinner & Auction, Hamill House Museum, 5:30pm, $35 • Aug. 31: First Annual Garden Party & Fundraiser, Georgetown Heritage … Continue reading
August 2017 Mountain Mix – The Best of All the Rest
August 5 Sounds of Summer Luau block party The Golden Mardi Gras Casino in Black Hawk hosts the “Sounds of Summer Luau” block party, Aug. 5 fro 3-10 p.m. Enjoy live music along with local vendors serving summer favorites including BBQ and funnel cakes. Stop by the Mardi Gras booth to spin to win prizes. … Continue reading
Mountain Music Calendar – August 2017
All dates, times & prices are subject to change SILVER PLUME Bread Bar 1010 Main St., Silver Plume • http://www.breadbarsp.com • Aug. 5: Patrick Dethlefs, 6:30-9pm, free • Aug. 26: Tone Ranger, 6:30-9pm, free GEORGETOWN Alpine Restaurant & Bar 1106 Rose St., Georgetown • alpinerestaurantgeorgetown.com • Aug. 11 & 25: Tony Rosario, 5pm, free • … Continue reading
Food & Drink Calendar – August 2017
All dates, times & prices are subject to change GEORGETOWN • Mondays: Georgetown Farmers Market, Strauss Park, 10am-5pm, free • Thursdays: Tea Classes, Dusty Rose Tea Room, 9am, $75 • Thursdays: Mussels Mania, Troia’s Café, 5pm, $ • Fridays: Prime Rib Special, Troia’s Café, 5pm, $ • Sundays: Family Night, Troia’s Café, 5pm, $ DUMONT … Continue reading
Celebrate 141st anniversary of Colorado’s statehood at History Colorado community museums
The Colorado Day celebration includes free admission on August 1 at the History Colorado Community Museums PUEBLO In honor of Colorado’s 141st birthday, History Colorado’s Community Museums throughout the state will be celebrating Colorado history on August 1st. Join us for fun hands-on ways to celebrate Colorado’s wild, colorful, historical, traditional and modern culture. On … Continue reading
Eagle Rock Climbing Area in Boulder Canyon re-opens
BOULDER Following a five month closure to protect nesting golden eagles, the U.S. Forest Service reopened Eagle Rock climbing area in Boulder Canyon, July 18. “The Boulder Canyon eagles raised one youngster to fledging – leaving the nest – which is a success! We appreciate the cooperation of climbers with the closure, and monitoring of … Continue reading
Craft Breweries across U.S. unveil beer recipes in new guide
BOULDER Love beer? And your nearby brewery? Celebrating local, independent breweries, the American Homebrewers Association (AHA)—the leading community for homebrewers—today unveiled its inaugural 50-State Commercial Beer Clone Recipes Guide. The AHA compiled the list, which features recipes scaled down to 5 to 10 gallon batches, after reaching out to breweries nationwide. “Just about every one … Continue reading
Forest Service approves Forsythe II Project ‘to improve forest health’
Decision provides homeowners opportunity to reduce risk of wildfire to private property NEDERLAND The U.S. Forest Service has set a path forward for a fuels reduction and forest health project on a portion of the Roosevelt National Forest with its release today of a final decision on the Forsythe II Project, located between the Town … Continue reading
Talented bluegrass band at home in Colorado
By Jeffrey V. Smith LYONS/GOLD HILL Lexington, Kentucky-based bluegrass band The Wooks have found a second home in Colorado. That shouldn’t be a surprise to anyone. They’re musically talented, known for pushing the limits of traditional acoustic instruments and styles, and invoke the spirit of Jerry Garcia as easily as Jimmy Martin. It’s a perfect … Continue reading
Railroad Earth releases new CD in conjunction with Red Rocks, Boulder shows
MORRISON/BOULDER Acclaimed genre-defying band Railroad Earth will release a new EP, Captain Nowhere, Friday, July 14 in conjunction with their performance at Colorado’s Red Rocks Amphitheater. Recorded late last year during short breaks from their arduous touring schedule, the six-song collection captures the group at their rock/country/bluegrass best. Check out Relix’s premiere of the EP’s … Continue reading