By Jennifer Pund ALLENSPARK After decades of being closed to the public, the new owners of the recently renovated and renamed Peaceful Valley Resort and Conference Center are excited to open the doors to everyone. Dan and Dianne Brauer together with their daughter, Amanda, and her husband, Ben Archibald, have brought their strengths and talents … Continue reading
FRONT RANGE Colorado leads the U.S. in avalanche fatalities. Most deadly avalanches are started by the people involved. Travel in avalanche terrain—which is almost inevitable if you take part in Colorado’s abundant winter snow activities—can be dangerous. To reduce your risk of having an accident you need to be able to assess and manage your … Continue reading
By Jeffrey V. Smith ESTES PARK Nick Smith gets to do what he loves every day. Since opening Lumpy Ridge Brewing Company in July 2015, he’s brought together his talents and tastes to craft the best beer he can while working hard to make people happy and contribute to his community. With the help of … Continue reading
January 1 Golden Gate Canyon State Park First Day Hike Start the New Year with a 2.5 mile hike, Jan. 1 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m., along Golden Gate Canyon State Park’s Beaver Trail. After a steep climb to start, the trail levels off a bit and winds its way through Lodgepole Pine forest with occasional … Continue reading
January 1 • Tony Rosario – Alpine Restaurant & Bar (GT) • Steve Thomas Band – Ameristar Casino (BH) January 2 • Gary and Claudia – Troia’s Café (GT) • DJ Bedz – Ameristar Casino (BH) • Stevopalooza: Smooth Money Gesture Reunion – Stage Stop (RV) • DeadSet – Jamestown Mercantile (JT) • Open Mic … Continue reading
Classical Music January 10 • Estes Park Music Festival: Doug Walters – Stanley Hotel Concert Hall (EP) January 12 • Music Education Workshop: The Music of Mendelsson – Estes Valley Library (EP) January 16 • Peak to Peak Concert Series – Shepherd of the Mountains Lutheran Church (EP) January 17 • Estes Park Music Festival: … Continue reading
Festivals/Special Events January 1-17 • Christmas Tree Drop-Off – Fairgrounds at Stanley Park (EP) January 2 • Special Election – Central City (CC) January 2-4 • Santa’s North Pole Adventure Train Ride – Georgetown Loop Railroad (GT) January 4 • Last Day of Season – Georgetown Loop Railroad (GT) January 7 • Clothing Closet – … Continue reading
January 4 • Families for Estes Breakfast – Estes Valley Library (EP) January 5 • Soup Night – Old Gallery (AP) January 6 • Coffee with the Police Chief – Nederland Community Center (NED) • Community Cupboard Distribution – Old Gallery (AP) January 7 • Larimer County Health Department Food Safety Class – Estes Valley … Continue reading
By Jeffrey V. Smith FRONT RANGE Outdoor enthusiasts celebrate winter in Colorado because with the falling snow comes a new selection of activities to be enjoyed on the state’s diverse trails, especially cross-country skiing. Along the Peak to Peak Scenic Byway and many backcountry access points in Clear Creek County, a pair of Nordic skis … Continue reading
PEAK TO PEAK Colorado’s rich history is being preserved through the efforts of locally- and nationally-designated historic places. Each month this year, the MMAC Monthly takes a region-by-region look at the many properties listed on the National Register of Historic Places in the mountain communities in Clear Creek, Gilpin, Boulder and Larimer counties. The passage … Continue reading
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