ESTES PARK – “It’s Showtime!” has lined up some of the best musical talent in the Estes Valley to help raise money for scholarships for Estes Park High School graduates. The Rotary Club of Estes Park sponsors “It’s Showtime!” which will be held Friday, April 22 at 7 p.m. and Saturday, April 23 at 2 … Continue reading
ESTES PARK With a drop from a giant bucket, thousands of little yellow rubber ducks are ceremoniously dropped into Fall River at Nicky’s Resort where they begin their journey to a festival at Riverside Plaza in downtown Estes Park. The ducks are scooped out of the water one-by-one by waiting volunteers. It’s all part of … Continue reading
DENVER—Nothing says summer vacation quite like a camping adventure. Sharing stories and laughs with family and friends while savoring s’mores around a campfire is a great way to create lasting memories. Whether stargazing from the open roof of a tipi, or experiencing luxurious amenities in a safari tent, Colorado’s distinctive camping options are as varied … Continue reading
ESTES PARK – Rocky Mountain National Park staff have released an Environmental Assessment (EA) for public review for reroutes and repairs to five trails that were heavily damaged or lost during the September 2013 flood. The purpose of the environmental assessment is to address damaged portions of the trails, while protecting natural and cultural resources … Continue reading
By Jennifer Pund ESTES PARK With the winter snows beginning to thaw, March is the perfect time to venture out and explore a world of cuisines, and a variety of Estes Park restaurants, during Thursday Night Dine Around. Dozens of restaurants all over town offer special $5 menus each Thursday in March. The offerings change … Continue reading
ALLENSPARK Traditionally, photos of family, holidays, special events or monumental achievements are taken to freeze treasured moments in life to reflect upon, share with others or preserve for future generations. Sometimes, by contrast, it’s the more everyday, mundane, unexpected times that can bring warm memories, so why not invite a professional photographer to help … Continue reading
By Jeffrey V. Smith ESTES PARK “Some places are like people: some shine and some don’t.” The same can be said for bands. The famous line from Stanley Kubric’s The Shining—adapted from Stephen King’s novel inspired by The Stanley Hotel in Estes Park—is also a perfect way to define Colorado’s Leftover Salmon. Since 1989, the … 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
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
ESTES PARK – After an open application process and a full-evening interview session—during which candidates offered prepared answers to significant questions about their contribution ideas—nine directors were elected to the Estes Arts District’s first board. Claudia Farber, Craig Soderberg, Cydney Springer, Dawn Normali, Greg Miles, Karen McPherson, Lars Sage, Pat Nelson, and Mayor Bill Pinkham … Continue reading
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