GEORGETOWN • EMPIRE • IDAHO SPRINGS • CENTRAL CITY • BLACK HAWK • GOLDEN GATE • ROLLINSVILLE • COAL CREEK • NEDERLAND • GOLD HILL • WARD • JAMESTOWN • ALLENSPARK • LYONS • ESTES PARK
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Cemetery Crawl celebrates Gilpin County history Page 9
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Popular John Denver tribute supports local groups Page 20
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With summer temperatures at their highest, even normally cool mountain towns can start to feel the heat. When the heat is on, the best remedy is to go higher. The Peak to Peak and Clear Creek Valley regions offer numerous escapes to heights where heat is not an issue. Page 27
Mount Evans Summit/Photo by Jeffrey V. Smith
Squaw Mountain Lookout Tower
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Trail Features: A short hike offers outstanding views of Mount Evans, Denver and Front Range peaks and a lesson in early fire detection techniques. Trail Location: Head to the Evergreen Parkway (I-70 exit 252) and go south and west to the 4th stoplight. Turn right onto the Squaw Pass Road. The trailhead is 12 miles along the twisty road. Round-trip Length: 1 mile in summer, 2-3 miles or more in winter Destination Elevation: 11,486 feet Trail Difficulty Rating: Easy
Lookout tower offers unique backcountry experience By Jeffrey V. Smith NEDERLAND Colorado’s Peak to Peak region is teeming with amazing backcountry spots and the trails that take you there. Each month, MMAC Monthly takes a closer look at some popular places to enjoy the outdoors in a variety of ways and in any season. Getting to Squaw Mountain Lookout Tower, recently reopened following renovations, is a fun adventure in both summer and winter weather. The hike is short and offers amazing Front Range views and a little bit of history. For
an even more unique trip, rent the lookout for an overnight stay. Besides offering the unique experience of living in a fire lookout, Squaw Mountain provides panoramic views of Denver, Mount Evans and other nearby snow-capped peaks. The original Squaw Mountain Lookout Tower was built in 1925 by the City and County of Denver and is among one of the highest lookout towers in the U.S. at 11,486 feet. The current tower is a unique structure constructed of native granite and rebuilt in 1940 by the Civilian Conservation Corps. Continued on page 12
Squaw Mountain Lookout Tower offers panoramic views.
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Numerous events take advantage of August weather PEAK TO PEAK August is a great month to get out and do something in the high country. This is the time of year many communities at high altitudes schedule some of their largest outdoor events and the highest parts of the mountain region are completely accessible. There are numerous community-based benefits, outdoor concerts, special hikes, beer and food festivals, farm dinners, fairs, running and bike races as well as art classes in which to participate. Residents and visitors are also encouraged to advantage
of the warm temperatures and plethora of activities while they are here. From Estes Park to Empire, several outdoor music events are planned. Larger events include Empire Americana Festival, Aug. 2; Glacier Fest, Aug. 2; ARISE Music Festival, Aug. 8-10; Dynamite Days, Aug. 16; and NedFest, Aug. 22-24, but there are a large number outdoor performances planned on outdoor stages all across the region, all month long. There are also hundreds of more shows under a roof. Complete music listings for August begin on
page 20. Find something that interests you and make plans to enjoy some beautiful Colorado scenery with the live music. Other great outdoor events take place throughout the month, including the Rollinsville Independence Day parade, pig roast and music fest, Aug. 2; a Taste of Shakespeare in Estes Park, Aug. 2; Central City Bacon Tour, Aug. 16; Gilpin County Fair, Aug. 16-17; Gilpin History Cemetery Crawl, Aug. 23; Estes Park Heritage Festival, Aug. 23; and the Colorado Senior Pro Charity Rodeo, Aug. 30-31. If organized events don’t interest you, August provides the opportunity to get out and reach the remote corners of our region of the Front Range. In some cases, getting out of the car isn’t even necessary. Forest Service roads that reach above treeline will be free from snow for only a month or two, so now is the chance to explore some place you’ve never been or return to a favorite alpine lake or mountain pass unreachable any other time of the year. This month’s MMAC Monthly is packed with the music, food, drink, art, community and other events of the Colorado high country from Georgetown to Estes Park along with suggestions for backcountry experiences. You’ll at least no longer have the excuse, “I didn’t know.”
Addiction Recovery Groups Sunday Gilpin County H.A.L.T. – St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Central City AA Meeting – 701 Elm, Estes Park Monday Clear Creek Road Runners AA, Al-Anon – United Church of Idaho Springs
Al-Anon – Allenspark Fire Station Early Birds AA Meeting – St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal, Estes Park AA Meeting – 701 Elm, Estes Park AA Meeting – IOOF Hall, Lyons Tuesday AA Meeting – St. Rita’s Catholic Church, Nederland AA Meeting – Rogers Hall, Lyons AA Meeting – Golden Gate Grange Early Birds AA Meeting, Womans AA – St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal, Estes Park
AA Meeting – 701 Elm, Estes Park Wednesday Gilpin County H.A.L.T. – St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Central City Clear Creek Road Runners AA – United Church of Idaho Springs NA Meeting – Nederland Veterinary Hospital (Back Office) AA Meeting – Coal Creek Canyon United Power Offices Open AA Meeting – Allenspark Fire Station Early Birds AA Meeting – St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal, Estes Park AA Meeting – 701 Elm, Estes Park Thursday Eating Disorders Group – Nederland Veterinary Hospital (Back Office) Clear Creek Road Runners AA – United Church of Idaho Springs AA Meeting – Nederland Veterinary Hospital (Back Office) Early Birds AA Meeting – St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal, Estes Park AA Meeting, NA Meeting – 701 Elm, Estes Park Friday NA Meeting – Harmony Foundation of Estes Park Clear Creek Road Runners AA – United Church of Idaho Springs AA Meeting – St. Rita’s Catholic Church, Nederland Early Birds AA Meeting – St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal, Estes Park AA Meeting – 701 Elm, Estes Park Saturday Clear Creek Road Runners AA – United Church of Idaho Springs Early Birds AA Meeting – St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal, Estes Park Call Boulder 24-hour AA Answering Service at 303-682-8032 for assistance any time of day. Visit www.bouldercountyaa.org, www.daccaa. org or www.northcoloradoaa.org for information in Boulder, Denver and Northern Colorado regions or visit www.aa.org; www.na.org or www.oa.org to find other regional meetings and resources.
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Gambler’s Edge Hill Climb Auto Race
Head to the Central City Parkway, Aug. 2 from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., for the first running of the Gamblers Edge Hill Climb. This free spectator event is a speed contest for production cars that runs one car at a time against the clock and will be filled with automotive vendors, entertainment, delicious food, and tons of cars. It begins at an altitude of 6,500 feet, ascending about 2,500 feet to 9,000 feet at the finish line. The course is asphalt, four lanes wide, seven miles long with 23 curves. The starting line is the Central City Parkway sign on the Central City Parkway hill just off of I-70 in Idaho Springs. Visit www.pitrally.com to learn about the best viewing locations, parking and more.
August 3
Big Wide Grin benefit for Calwood Camp
Nederland’s Wild Bear Mountain Ecology Center wants to help fellow environmental educator, Cal-Wood Education Center, rebuild after last fall’s devastating Jamestown flood. Enjoy an evening with Big Wide Grin at Wild Bear Mountain Ecology Center’s Eco-Arts Lounge, 20 Lakeview Dr., and help Cal-Wood at the same time. The duo of Elaine Dempsey & Karl Werne, known as Big Wide Grin, are from California and Virginia and bring diverse backgrounds of experience, music and theater together to form a rich, soulful blend of character and deep harmony. Music is from 7-9 p.m. with an optional potluck at 6 p.m. Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door, if available. This show’s location may be moved. For more information visit www.bigwidegrin.com and www.wildbear.org.
Coal Creek Canyon Mountain Folk Festival
Third annual Coal Creek Canyon Mountain Folk Festival, Aug. 3 from 2-5 p.m., includes live music from Jerry Raisch & Friends, the “RoadKill Cookoff,” local venders and the famous Mountain Man/Woman Obstacle Course to determine who is the “burliest” man and woman in the canyon. “RoadKill Cookoff” entries may include foods in the following categories: “The Real McCoy” (meat dish), “The One that Got Away” (veggie dish) and “Down Home Dessert.” Entry into the obstacle course contest is $20 and includes an “awesome” event Tshirt and a shot at the grand prize. A second chance will be offered for $10. All events take place at the Coal Creek Canyon Improvement Association Hall, 31528 Hwy. 72. Visit www. coalcreek.com or call 303-642-0273 with questions.
August 5
Under the Stars at Riverbend
Spend the evening under the stars, Aug. 5, on the edge of the St. Vrain River in Lyons. Enjoy delicious small plates by renowned local chef and restaurant owner, Katie Baum, and unique craft cocktails by a master mixologist from Garnish featuring Colorado spirits. National recording artist, Rebecca Folsom will perform some of her new songs from her latest CD “Water On Stone.” Tickets are $150 per person or $275 for a couple. Proceeds from Under the Stars at Riverbend go to the Lyons Community Foundation, which has raised more than $1.3 million since September 2013 to help the town and residents of Lyons following the devastating floods. This benefit will help the continued recovery of one of the most beautiful and creative towns in Colorado. Lyons Community Foundation was founded in 2007 to serve as a bridge between two growing groups essential to the quality of life in the Lyons community.
National Night Out in Estes Park
The Estes Park Police Department participates in the 31st National Night Out, a unique crime/drug prevention event co-sponsored by the National Association of Town Watch, on Aug. 5. The event involves citizens, law enforcement agencies, civic groups, businesses, neighborhood organizations and local officials from over 15,000 communities from all 50 states and beyond. The event is designed to heighten crime and drug prevention awareness, generate support for local anti-crime programs, strengthen neighborhood spirit and police-community partnerships and send a message to criminals that neighborhoods are organized for fighting back. For more information, visit www.estes.org.
Big game and turkey licenses for sale
Colorado Parks and Wildlife offers big game licenses for elk, pronghorn, bear, deer and turkey, to residents and nonresidents, beginning at 9 a.m. on Aug. 5. The number of licenses available depends upon how many licenses remain after the draws for a particular hunt code. A list of available hunt codes is at cpw.state.co.us. Over-the-counter with caps licenses are licenses that initially go on sale Aug. 5, but are limited in quantity. Unlimited over-the-counter licenses are not limited in number. Individuals may choose to purchase in person at more than 700 licensing agents, including CPW offices, online or by phone 800-244-5613. A list of license agents can be found at www.cpw. state.co.us/buyapply/Pages/LicenseAgentsList.aspx. For more information about hunting big game in Colorado or the Aug. 5 sale, visit www.cpw.state.co.us/Documents/RulesRegs/ Brochure/BigGame/biggame.pdf, contact your local CPW office or call 303-297-1192.
August 9
Wolves of the West: Live Animal Demo
Educators from the W.O. L. F. Sanctuary will discuss wolves of the West and introduce lives wolves safely to the audience at the Estes Park Museum, 200 4th St., Aug. 9 from 2-4 p.m. The event costs $5 for children or museum members and $8 for adults and non-members. No advance registration is required. Visit www.estes.org to learn more.
High Peaks/Silver Dreams: The History of Caribou Ranch
Join Boulder County Parks and Open Space volunteer naturalists for a hike of Caribou Ranch Open Space to explore ancient mountain-building, alpine glaciation and the history of hard rock mining, Aug. 16 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Participants will also identify plants and animals and look for signs of wildlife on a moderate, 4.2 mile round-trip hike. Attendees should wear hiking shoes and bring lunch, drinking water, rain gear and clothing for changeable weather above 8,500 feet. Visit www.bouldercounty.org to learn more.
August 24
Brunch at Black Mountain Lodge
There’s nothing like Sunday brunch above 11,500 feet. Enjoy an expansive brunch buffet, Aug. 24, featuring an “elevated” breakfast and lunch favorites from Chef Chris Rybak in Arapaho Basin’s spectacular mid-mountain setting, Black Mountain Lodge. Take a brisk hike through wildflower fields and over streams on the Argentine-North Fork Trail, which takes approximately 30-45 minutes with a starting elevation of 10,800 feet and climbs to 11,500 feet, or take the Black Mountain Express lift. Seatings occur every 30 minutes and reservations are required. Reservations are required. Adults are $38 plus tax and gratuity. Children ages 6-14 are $15 plus tax and gratuity. Lift access is free and open to the public beginning at 10:30 a.m. Visit www.arapahoebasin.com or call Guest Services at 888-2727246 to learn more and make reservations.
August 30-31
Colorado Senior Pro Charity Rodeo
The Colorado Senior Pro Charity Rodeo Association has hosted an annual charity rodeo for the last 28 years. Check out this year’s event, Aug. 30-31, at the Fairgrounds at Stanley Park 1209 Manford Ave. in Estes Park Performances will be at 3:00 p.m. each day and include all the rodeo events like steer wrestling, roping, bronc riding, and bull riding. There will be stick horse races for the kids and mutton busting, too. Cost of admission is $15 for adults and $5 for kids. Visit www.coloradoseniorprocharityrodeo.org or call 303-330-0216 for more information.
Hudson Car Club visits Georgetown
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Come enjoy a pancake breakfast in a beautiful alpine setting, Sept. 1, from 8-11 a.m., at the Alice Schoolhouse, 271 Silver Creek Road. The special breakfast benefits the Alice Historical Society, reestablished in August 2011. The Alice School was used continuously from 1896-1925, not only as a school, but also for elections and social events. Adults are $4 and kids cost $2. A special family rate of $10 is also offered. Visit www.alicehistorical society.org for more information.
Come experience a day in Georgetown along with the Hudson Car Club, Aug. 9. The cars will be on display along Sixth Street in front of the Hotel de Paris Museum. Also on display will be Georgetown’s Busy Bee Cab, a 1937 Hudson, which is now a member of the Colorado Club. The Busy Bee Cab was featured in the 1986 film, “The Christmas Gift” starring John Denver, Jane Kaczmarek, Edward Winter. Visit www.georgetowncolorado.org for more information.
Night Hike at Mud Lake
All That Glistens Is Not Gold
There is gold in these hills. Try your hand at an activity that led to the settlement of Boulder County: gold panning. Programs for ages 5 and older take place on Aug. 16 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Meeting location will be provided to registered participants. Visit www.bouldercounty.org or call 303-776-8848 to register.
from Boulder County, government rural transit grants secured through Via, rider fares and donations. The Peak to Peak Climb runs on Thursdays and goes from Rollinsville to Ward along the Peak to Peak Highway. For just $2, residents from Ward to Rollinsville can ride The Climb and with increased requests, the bus now runs to the Gilpin Recreation Center. “During the summer, we have
added a mid afternoon route to allow families and kids to take advantage of the swimming pool, Mountain Resource Coordinator of the Foothills United Way Amy Hardy said. She explained like most mountain initiatives, “it take time to get the word out.” Mountain residents like Janette Taylor of Nederland are finding the ride convenient, relaxing and social. “I rode on the second week of the rec center run, and a bunch of us had fun pointing out Gilpin County landmarks along the way and chattering about the pool and what we were going to do,” she said. Visit www.theclimb.org for schedules, bus stops and more information.
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Labor Day Cajun Cookout & Concert
Join volunteer naturalists from Boulder County Parks and Open Space for an evening exploring Mud Lake, 2034 C.R. 126, Nederland, Aug. 11 from 8-10 p.m. Participants, who are asked to bring a flashlight, will hike about one mile round-trip on an easy trail, enjoying the starlight, listening for night sounds and learning about nocturnal habits of the critters that live here. For more information, visit www.bouldercounty.org or call 303-678-6200.
August 16
St. Mary’s Glacier pancake breakfast
The annual Gold Hill Inn Labor Day Cajun Cookout & Concert, Sept. 1 from noon-5 p.m., features music from Felix Y Los Gatos, Zydecoasters and Katie Glassman & Snapshot along with food options that include panfried catfish and jambalaya. Felix Y Los Gatos is known as one of the best party bands in New Mexico and performs a variety of music from the south and southwest including zydeco, Americana, blues, funk and Rancheras Cumbias. Locals Zydecoasters play high-energy Louisiana dance music while Denver’s Katie Glassman & Snapshot do Western swing “to sooth your soul.”Visit www.goldhillinn.com to find out more.
Did You Know?
The Climb extends service across Peak to Peak region PEAK TO PEAK The Climb bus service has provided mountain residents from the canyons of Western Boulder County direct, reliable access to the city, and has served Gold Hill since 2009. Through the work of Peak to Peak Housing and Human Services Task Force, members recognized Nederland as a point where needs are met and services are provided, so in February, a new Climb route was introduced to connect mountain communities. It’s now collaborative effort between Gilpin County, Boulder County Transportation, Foothills United Way, and Via Mobility Services. The Climb’s funding comes
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August 3 Road Kill Cook-off – CCCIA Hall Sunday Brunch w/Steve Itterly – Oskar Blues Grill & Brew
August 5 Soup Night – Old Gallery {Eat} A Benefit Dinner for the Lyons Community Foundation – Lyons Riverbend August 7 Food Distribution – Nederland Food Bank Community Cupboard Food Bank – Old Gallery August 8-9 Dinner on the Train: Steak & Lobster – Georgetown Loop Railroad
August 9 Winter Park Beer Festival – Hideaway Park August 10 Farm to Table Dinner – Arapahoe Basin Sunday Brunch w/Drew Kennedy – Oskar Blues Grill & Brew
August 11 Lovin’ Cup Community Free Kitchen – Deli @ 8236’ August 12 Birthday Card Creation – Rocky Mountain Memories & Paper Arts Studio
August 14 Summer Sandwiches & Socks – Chipeta Park August 15-16 Beer Tasting Train – Georgetown Loop Railroad August 16 Central City Bacon Tour – Main Street, Central City August 16-17 High Altitude Flamethrower’s Chili Fest – Winter Park August 17 Ned Wine Fest – Nederland Community Center
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Beer festival brings state’s top brewers to Central City
Very Nice Brewery will be back for the third time this year. By George Watson Green, who feels all craft beer benefits from “exposing folks to CENTRAL CITY ample some of Colorado’s best brews and support the Gil- beer other than just the yellow and fizzy stuff,” backs the festipin County Historical Society at the Great Central City val because “first and foremost, we get to support local, it’s in Beer Festival. Back for its third year, Aug. 23, the event our back yard after all.” features 18 breweries and unlimited pours that will flow from Other reasons to attend, according to Green, include its setting in a “beautiful area with tons 1-6 p.m. along with live music, of beer history” and that attendfood and art vendors. ees can explore all the wild hops While the event is relatively patches from the late 1800s that small compared to some of the still grow in the town. state’s many other beer festvi According to Thomas, the als, it still sets itself apart. “Most event is “maybe the only beer fest beer festivals are preaching to that is held in tandem with and supthe choir,” Very Nice Brewing ports a historic cemetery crawl.” Brewer Jeff Green said. “This one The 26th Annual Gilpin County is unique in the fact that there are Historical Society Cemetery Crawl many first-time craft beer drinkwill be held at the Knights of Pyers and they are getting a heck of thias Cemetery above Central City a baptism with some really great from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Proceeds breweries from their immediate from the beer festival also support area. Many walk away with the the historical society. seeds of a new passion.” Visiting with the other craft It’s also popular with the staff brewers and having the cemetery of the breweries that participate. The Third Annual Great Central City Beer Festival takes crawl characters and Wild Bunch “Everybody, including those place on Main Street in Central City, Aug. 23. Photo by Jeffrey V. Smith gunfighters walk the street along brewers who attend many other beer festivals throughout the year, say the cozy atmosphere of with craft beer and music aficionados is something else Thomas closed-off Main Street, ability to quickly duck into local busi- appreciates about the festival. More importantly, “some of the nesses if it rains, food vendors and music program make the brewers who attend GCCBF pour beers that have never been GCCBF one of their favorites and want to be invited back each available for sale or at any other beer festival,” he added. year,” Dostal Alley Brewer Dave Thomas said. Continued on page 7
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Restaurant offers weekly charity night
People of the Summit, Georgetown ComBy Jeffrey V. Smith munity School and Easter Seals Rocky GEORGETOWN Charles Holcomb and Chris Verikas, Mountain Village have all benefited with owners of Lucha Cantina in Georgetown many more to come. and Colorado Springs, want to give Monday nights are beginning to catch back. Their fresh, natural and affordable with on with patrons as a way to eat well Mexican food has proven to be very suc- and give to a local charity. “The supcessful in their respective communities, port has been steadily building, though the patrons do they added a seem to turn charity night as out for the a way to give charities that back. During they are intheir weekly volved with,” “Our Profits Holcomb said. for Non-Prof“We feel that its” events on our non-profit Mondays, Lunights will be cha’s owners a very effecchoose a local Lucha Cantina in Georgetown tive medium non-profit and to reach our target customers, which are donate 20 percent of that night’s prosimply people that care about the comceeds to the organization. “We feel it is important to be an ac- munity that they live in.” tive part of our community. We like to As of July 26, Lucha has donated $3,565 donate because it makes people under- to groups in Colorado Springs and $2,350 stand that we have a heart, and are not in Georgetown. “We are very proud of this cool program. If you are anywhere close, just a profit center,” Holcomb said. On each of the charity nights, repre- please stop by on a Monday evening and sentatives from that week’s featured non- support a worthy charity,” Holcomb said. profit are available to answer questions Lucha Cantina was opened in Coloand provide information. In Georgetown, rado in 2007 by Holcomb, a Minnethe Clear Creek Library, Friends of Char- sota native who has lived in Boulder, lie’s Place, League for the Animals and Continued on page 7
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fused, positive and upbeat sound. The ColWINTER PARK The 5th Annual Winter Park Beer Fes- oraod band plays lonesome, high-country tival, offering brews, views and great bluegrass and Americana-fed rock n’ roll. live music in Colorado’s “favorite play- Unlimited tasting tickets are $30 in ground,” takes place, Aug. 9, at Hideaway advance and $40 at the door. VIP Access Park. The event is a fundraiser for the tickets are $70 pre-sale and $85 at the Grand Foundation, a philanthropic agency door. VIP access provides a commemorative mug, shaded area, catered lunch, full for Grand County. Unlimited beer tasting takes place from size pours, seating, tables, a private selecnoon to 5p.m. with more than 30 micro tion of exclusive beers and more. brewers on hand sampling their brews. In General admission tickets will be sold on the day of the addition to great event if the event beer, Winter Park doesn’t sell out in Beer Fest attendadvance. ees can enjoy great On Friday, Aug. food vendors, re8, Doc’s Roadtail vendors and house at the Winlive music from ter Park Resort headliner The hosts the “mug Samples, Whitepick up party.” water Ramble and Participants can Missed the Boat. pick up a tasting The Samples, Winter Park Beer Festival glass and wristformed in Boulder in early 1987 by Sean Kelly, continues to bands, buy pre-sale tickets, and enjoy food delight fans with music that transcends and drinks specials from 5-7 p.m. to save time in line on Saturday. genres. Whitewater Ramble starts with blue- The Winter Park Pub hosts the official grass instrumentation, adds drums and after party at 6 p.m., Aug. 9, with live mufinishes with a “boundary-less approach sic from Outer Vibe plus food and beer to grassing-up everything from disco specials courtesy of SKA Brewing. Visit www.winterparkbeerfestival.com house grooves to roots to Americana.” Missed the Boat produces an energy-in- to learn more and purchase tickets.
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booths from local businesses, artists and casinos. Free live music provided by the Lookout Mountain Boys and the legendary Junior Brown will accompany the event. Liquor, beer and wine are available inside at any casino bar and brought back out onto the street. This year, the Colorado Pork Producers Council will be in attendance and a Children’s Culinary Corner will be offered. The Central City Bacon Tour also includes Tender Belly’s “ultimate culinary challenge” where anyone can enter an original bacon recipe, or reinvent a classic, for a chance to win. Ten recipe fi-
nalists will present 300 tastings to the first 300 public guests who will vote for the winner of “Bacon Chef of the Year,” which comes with a $500 prize, bacon for a year and more as well as the “People’s Choice Winner,” who gets $300 and five pounds of bacon, among other prizes. Country crooner and hybrid guitarist Junior Brown seamlessly melds the honky tonk of country music with the spirit of rock n’ roll. He has released nine studio albums. The Lookout Mountain Boys are a unique and talented band of musicians from Golden that perform rock and rockabilly.
The event is free and open to the public, but to participate in the bacon tastings, tickets can be purchased at Ticket West online, by calling 866-464-2626 or at King Soopers and City Markets in advance for $30. Tickets will be on sale at the event for $40.
CENTRAL CITY BACON TOUR August 16 • Noon-6pm Main Street, Central City, CO www.centralcitybacontour.com TICKETS: $30 advanced purchase • $40 at the gate
A-Basin offers Colorado-inspired farm-to-table dinner at elevation
GEORGETOWN Enjoy a farm-to-table, Colorado-inspired culinary experience at Arapahoe Basin, Aug. 10, prepared by Chef Christopher Rybak at the rustic Black Mountain Lodge at mid-mountain. Hike to and from dinner through wildflower fields on the Argentine-North Fork Trail or take the Black Mountain Express lift to a “legendary dining experience” that only A-Basin can provide. Food & Beverage Director Rybak extends his culinary reach across the state to provide tastes of
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local produce, meats, and libations. The hike up the Argentine-North Fork summer trail is approximately 30-45 minutes with a starting elevation of 10,800 feet and climbs to 11,500 feet. Reservations are required. Check-in begins at 4 p.m. in the rental shop and lift access begins at 4:30 p.m. Dinner starts at 5 p.m. and lasts approximately two hours, so diners can hike down to the base area in the daylight. The dinner is $82 plus tax for all guests with gratuity included. A cash bar will also be available. Visit www.arapahoebasin.com to make reservations, learn more about the event and see a sample menu.
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ColMalting, ColNative, Dam, Dostal Al Live music will be featured during the ley, Epic, GCB, Grand Lake, Grimm Bros, event. Changing Lanes Experience, Jewel Kokopelli, Mountain Toad, Our Mutual & The Rough, and Marty Jones & The Friend, Sand Lot, Tivoli, Tommyknocker, Twisted Pine, VeryNice, Great Unknown will all take Voss, Wynkoop and Durango. the stage. The music is free and open Jones’ band headlines the to the public but if you want event and plays music that to participate in the brew blends rockabilly, honkytastings, tickets can be purtonk, roots rock and hillbilly chased at TicketsWest online stomp into a fresh new form. or at King Soopers and City “Our stuff is comprised of Markets in advance for $30. equal parts honest heartbreak Tickets will be on sale at the and irreverent humor, and a event, if available, for $40. staunch appreciation of the VIP tickets, which allow for rawer side of American roots Marty Jones music,” according to the musician, who’s early admission, a private VIP tent hospitality zone, casino comps and appetizers, been dubbed the “Bard of Beer Songs.” Participating breweries this year in- are $75 each. clude Arvada, Aspen, Barrels Bottles, Blue Visit www.centralcitybeerfest.com to Moon, Cannonball Creek, Centennial, learn more.
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Steamboat, Crested Butte, Georgetown and Colorado Springs since the late 80s. Co-Owner Verikas has lived in Colorado since 2000 and helped open Lucha Cantina at the Red Ram in Georgetown, 606 Sixth St., in December 2011. In 2013, Holcomb’s friend Joshua Binning opened a new Lucha in Rockford, Illinois. A location in Colorado Springs opened earlier this year and they are planning on expanding the restaurant company to other places in Colorado. The idea behind the restaurants was to make fresh, natural, fabulous Mexican food and drink “that doesn’t kill your wal-
let or your health.” Only pure, natural ingredients from as close to home possible are used. They also make their own salsas, dressings and sauces every day from fresh produce and spices. To learn more about “Our Profits for Non-Profits,” visit www.luchacantina. com or call 303-569-2300.
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of disaster” has enveloped the Lyons Community Foundation, a homegrown organization that has been entrenched in recovery efforts from the beginning. Eat’s chef and owner Katie Bruzdzinski, who also runs LOCAL eat+drink in Lyons, prepares an unforgettable menu and takes great pride in the presentation and taste of each meal, while striving to inspire healthful and sustainable eating practices. Enjoy delicious small plates by renowned local chef and restaurant owner, Katie Baum and unique craft cockails by master mixologist, Garnish featuring Colorado spirits. Also on the evening’s menu is music from Boulder’s Rebecca Folsom who is a “sultry vocalist” with a unique blend of “vocal magic, versatility and technical expertise” who will perform some of her songs from her latest CD “Water on Stone.” David and Enion Pelta-tiller of TAARKA are a Lyons-based duo who lost their home, recording studio and more to the river, will also be performing during the event. RiverBend is a St. Vrain riverside venue boasting cliffs sculpted by the currents and “lovingly cultivated” by Betsy Burton and Mike Whipp, the co-owners of the Lyons Farmette. The native redstone patio, sprawling lawn, and glorious gardens all honor a former neighborhood lost to the flood. Reservations are required. Tickets are $150 per person or $275 per couple. Former residents of the Riverbend Mobile Home Park are invited to attend for free. Wear something white, if you like, to signify an alliance with the Lyons Community Foundation in a united effort to Rebuild Lyons. Eat Private Chef and Catering hosts a second farm dinner at Lyons Farmette, Sept. 3. The day’s bounty from the Farmette and surrounding farms will take the starring role in a multi course dinner that spotlights the strong links between community farming and the pleasures of eating. This farm dinner is also a benefit for The Lyons Arts and Humanities Council. Visit www.lyonsfarmette.com to make reservations and learn more.
NEDERLAND Enjoy a special wine tasting while supporting the Nederland Community Center at the Ned Wine Fest, Aug. 17 from 3-6 p.m. The event, sponsored by Dam Liquor, features “great” wine, “great” food, live music, a fund-raising auction and more. Tickets, which are $20, are available at Dam Liquor, Dandelion, the Community Cneter Lobby and at www.nederlandcommunitycenter.org. The event takes place in the Nederland Community Center parking lot, 750 N. Hwy. 72.
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LYONS The Lyons Farmete and Eat Private Chef and Catering present Under the Stars at Riverbend in Lyons, Aug. 5, featuring a gourmet, handcrafted and farm-fresh menu with music from Rebecca Folsom and more . Its organizers “endeavor to cement the rock solid commitment necessary for getting this unique artisan town back on its feet.” Their vision is to help “sweep in a clean start” for Lyons. In August, Lyons, its residents and its business will have been recovering from last fall’s epic flood for eleven months. The “loving outreach of those who care enough to pull Lyons through the debris
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The Nederland Community Center is a public facility dedicated to building a stronger Nederland-area community by providing opportunities for recreation, fitness, entertainment, cultural enrichment, and community gatherings and meetings. In the next five years, the Nederland Community Center will continue on its path of being a vibrant hub of social, political, cultural, artistic, and recreational activity for the greater Nederland area. To learn more, visit www.nederland communitycenter.org.
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Sunday Brunch w/Eric Wiggs & Alex Johnstone – Oskar Blues Grill & Brew
August 20 Black Cat Farm~Table~Bistro’s 2014 Hog Roast – Lyons Farmette
August 21 Summer Sandwiches & Socks – Chipeta Park Allenspark Community Cupboard Food Bank – Old Gallery
August 22-23 Dinner on the Train: Steak & Lobster – Georgetown Loop Railroad
August 23 Great Central City Beer Fest – Main Street, Central City August 24 Sunday Brunch w/Blue Ribbon Healers – Oskar Blues Grill & Brew
Annual Estes Valley Library Foundation Dinner – Estes Park Resort
Brunch at Black Mountain Lodge – Arapahoe Basin August 25 Lovin’ Cup Community Free Kitchen – Deli @ 8236’ August 27 Spice of Life Farm Dinner – Lyons Farmette August 28 Food Distribution – Nederland Food Bank August 29-30 Dinner on the Train: Ribeye Steak & Trout – Georgetown Loop Railroad
August 30 Rocky Mountain Chuck Wagon Cook-Off – Estes Park
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Monday Charity Night – Lucha Cantina Pastor’s Pantry Food Distribution – Whispering Pines Church Dinner Special – First Street Pub Monday Night Supper – Coal Creek Coffee Tuesday Pizza on the Patio – Salto Coffee Works Taco Tuesday – Mothers Saloon Burger Madness – Cables Pub & Grill Wednesday Burger Madness – Sundance Café Whiskey Wednesday – Pizza Bar 66 Pastor’s Pantry Food Distribution – Whispering Pines Church Thursday Estes Valley Farmers Market – Fairgrounds at Stanley Park Breakfast for Dinner – Sundance Café Gyro Thursdays – Troia’s Café & Marketplace Open Mic Potluck w/Taylor Radio – Spirit Hounds Distillery
Friday Idaho Springs Farmers Market – Courtney-Ryley-Cooper Park Friday Night Supper – Coal Creek Coffee Chef’s Specials – Stage Stop Community Corner Café – Shepherd of the Mountains Lutheran Church
Pastor’s Pantry Food Distribution – Whispering Pines Church Burger Madness – Lyons Dairy Bar Chef’s Special – Cables Pub & Grill Saturday Food Pantry – Nederland Community Center Chef’s Specials – Stage Stop
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August 31 Sunday Brunch w/Danny Shafer – Oskar Blues Grill & Brew WEEKLY FOOD Sunday Service Industry Sunday – Stage Stop Champagne Brunch – The Other Side Brunch & Bloody Mary Bar – Oskar Blues Sunday Buffet – Peaceful Valley Ranch Brunch – Sweet Basilico Brunch Buffet w/Amanda Valley – Waterfront Grille @ Estes Park Resort
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August 1-10 Boulder County Fair – Boulder County Fairgrounds August 2 Gambler’s Edge Hill Climb Pit Rally – Central City Parkway Hilltop Guild Festival & Bazaar – Kelley House Hard Rock Mining Tour – Boulder County Household Hazardous Waste Disposal Program – Clear Creek County Transfer Station
Ignite! Cirque du Fire! – Pinewood Springs Fire Station Hummingbirds and a Potluck – Lyons Park & Ride Rocky Mountain Half Marathon – Stanley Hotel August 3 Butterflies & Other Flying Creatures – Meyers Homestead Trail at Walker Ranch
Vaccination Clinic – Charlie’s Place: Clear Creek/Gilpin Animal Shelter
Magician Bradley Mayhew – Barlow Plaza August 4 Estes Park Car Club – U.S. Bank Managing Money During Retirement – Jellison Library @ YMCA of the Rockies
Meet Me @ the Museum – Estes Park Museum August 5 National Night Out – Estes Park (various) Jamestown Community Meeting/Left Hand Creek Watershed Master Plan – Town Hall August 5-12 Discovery Days at Rocky Mountain National Park – Moraine Park Discovery Center
August 6 Central City Community Participation Workshop – Gilpin County Courthouse
Euchre Night – Very Nice Brewing Idaho Springs Chamber Meeting – Majestic Building Boulder County Sunset Hikes – Betasso Preserve Summer Enchanted Evenings: Brad Martin, Mountaineering for the Regular Guy – Baldpate Inn Two Wheelin’ History Tour – Estes Park Museum Estes Valley Model Railroaders – Estes Valley Library Coffee-Chat with the Mayor – Estes Park Senior Center Left Hand Creek Watershed Master Plan Meeting – Greenbriar Inn
August 7 Annual Pinball Tournament – Flipper McGills August 8 Rosé Wine Tasting – Peak Wine & Spirits Stories Behind the Moon & Stars – Estes Park Memorial Observatory
Estes Valley Restorative Justice Partnership – Estes Park Golf Course
August 9 Let’s Pull Together Weed Pull – Nederland (various) Pints & Poses – Tadasana Run Like the Wind Run 5K/10K, Do You Want To Talk? – Old Gallery Georgetown to Idaho Springs Half-Marathon – Georgetown Lake
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MOUNTAIN CULTURE – high-country living and activities
Cemetery Crawl celebrates Gilpin County history
Jones, who served as president of the Gilpin Historical SociBy Jennifer Pund ety for 20 years, feels these cemeteries are a “lovely reminder CENTRAL CITY fter attending a popular cemetery tour in the early 1980s, of an earlier, tougher time,” and finds the cemeteries this time Linda Jones was certain Gilpin County could do a better of year to be heavily forested, lovely, quiet and tranquil. job. Brainstorming about what would become the annu- “Every time I visit one of Gilpin’s cemeteries, there are people al Cemetery Crawl, Jones thought it’s only natural for a place there, strolling, and reading the tombstones,” she said. “This year, with more cemeteries than any other early mining area, to cel- we are portraying one family and one individual whose tombstones were robbed years ago and then returned.” ebrate them. For 26 years, Central City Every year, the tour features living Gilpinites goes a step beyond with reenactments by who spend their real lives as teachers, brewers, dedicated volunteers to “flesh out” the accountants, telephone company workers and stories of past residents. more, but spend a day in August portraying For the 2014 tour, Aug. 23, the tales anything from a wife-beating, drunk miner to of the interesting souls buried in the a pair of young miners that were buried in the Knights of Pythias Cemetery above Censame grave, Civil War veterans and a number tral City will be explored. of families with unusual tales or occupations. In 1859, Central City grew to a popuTours begin at 11 a.m. at the Knights of lation of more than 10,000 in a short few Pythias cemetery directly up Eureka Street months after John Gregory discovered above Central City. Tickets are $10 in ad“The Gregory Lode” in a gulch near Cenvance or $12 at the event. Call 303-582-5283 tral City. Due to the early discovery, area to purchase tickets. churches and lodges built several graveCelebrating their 150th anniversary, current yards for members, leaving Gilpin County Two “spirits” meet again as Gilpin County Knights of Pythias members will introduce the with an unusually large number of them. Commissioner Buddy Schmalz and Cencemetery at the Crawl and provide transporta “By the time other communities were tral City Mayor Ron Engels participate in tion to and from the Teller House parking lot. established [in Colorado], they usually a previous Cemetery Crawl. Another way to support the Gilpin County only built two cemeteries, a Catholic and a City. Gilpin County has 13. This allows us to move the Crawl Historical society is to attend the Great Central City Beer Fesevery year to portray different pioneers buried there,” the founder tival after the Crawl on Main Street from 1-6 p.m. The event is a “proud supporter” of the Gilpin County Historical Society. and event chair explained.
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Glacier Fest showcases high-altitude community By Jennifer Pund ST. MARY’S GLACIER/ALICE iving at 10,000 feet is not easy, so the residents of St. Mary’s Glacier and Alice are throwing a family-friendly party, Glacier Fest 2014, to celebrate summer in the mountains. The free event features great music, crafts, simple food and drinks as well as a personal view of the high altitude community and “all they have to offer residents and visitors.” Originated as a one-off event in the ’80s, the Alice Historical Society and St. Mary’s Property Owners Association, thought it would be fun to rekindle the Glacier Fest last year. It was successful enough to bring it back, Aug. 23, from 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Relax and enjoy the sounds of Arnie J.
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Green and Erik “X” Lilley, Black Lightning, Circle Number Dot, Fall River Road Band and headliners Stark Raven on the banks of Silver Lake beginning at noon. An Open Mic session takes place from 10 a.m. to noon as well. A simple menu of hamburgers and hot dogs will be cooking all day on the grill manned by local residents. Clear Creek Liquor and TommyKnocker Brewery are supplying beer and root beer. Wine, water and soda will also be available. Guests can experience a guided hike of St. Mary’s Glacier at 10 a.m., 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. Gold panning is offered on the Silver Creek flowing out of Silver Lake. The historic Alice Schoolhouse and Community Center will be open for visiting and pic-
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GLACIER FEST August 23 • 10am-8pm Silver Lake in Alice/St. Mary’s Glacier 9 miles above exit 238 off of I-70 www.stmarysglacier.com www.alicehistoricalsociety.com COST: FREE
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Family-friendly Gilpin County Fair takes much of year to plan, present have worked on getting the [Mardi Gras] By Jennifer Pund Rodeo year round for the last two years,” GILPIN COUNTY Gilpin County employees and residents she said. spend months planning, organizing and Affinity Group/Mardi Gras Casino running the annual, two-day County Fair. is hosting the new rodeo on Saturday, It’s a lot of hard work, but it’s become a which is free to attend. Starting at 1 p.m., spectators can watch labor of love for Counbareback broncs, barty Events Coordinator rel racing, bull riding Vicki Nemec. Held on and roping as part of Aug. 16-17, the Gilpin the series run by Lee County Fair has plenty Miller. Joining the Idato do, see and experiho Springs and Sumence from kids activimit County Rodeos, ties, crafts and carnival Gilpin County Fair has games to adult contests, the opportunity to be a demonstrations and the permanent third in the new Mardi Gras Rodeo. series. Nemec along with During the annual Gilpin CSU Extension event, the Gilpin CounOffice Assistant Heather ty Fairgrounds, 230 Pearce and committee members, are tasked with Mutton Bustin’ is always popular at Norton Drive, Black Hawk, hosts activities the planning of the annual the fair. Photo by Jeffrey V. Smith for the entire family. fair. The process kicks off in January and for nine months the team Kids will enjoy free rides on the bungee works together to put on a family friendly, trampoline, mechanical bull, jumbo slide, carnival games and free fire truck rides. A safe event that’s exciting for all ages. “Myself and Heather, plus a committee BMX course, petting zoo, pony rides and of about 12, plan the fair, run the events face painting are also available for kids and activities and assure the fair goes off of all ages. Take the chance to show off as planned, or as close as we possibly can,” your best skills at 11 a.m. on Saturday in Nemec said. Plus, this year’s new rodeo the Fair Tent at the annual Talent Show. proved even more difficult to plan. “We Watch Playground Theater from Rollins-
ville perform “Wild Wild West” at 11 a.m. Dance Force Team and the Magic Dog on Sunday and, of course, no Colorado Shows as well as the series finale of the fair is complete without the ever-popular Gilpin Gymkhana Buckle Series. Jon Ridnell will Mutton Busting, provide music in which takes place the Fair Tent at both days in the 1:30 p.m. on Sunarena at 1 p.m. day. Local orga Adults will have nizations will be ample opportunity on hand to pass to compete in many out information competitions like and educate the the Log Splitting community like Contest and Hay the 4-H Club and Bale Race on Sattheir “Fun with urday in the arena. Gilpin County Fair participants show off their Food” booth and On Sunday, start newly-won medals. Photo by Jeffrey V. Smith the Nederland Rothe day with your four-legged best friend by entering the Dog botic team. Take advantage of a free EKG Agility Contest. Bring your taste buds and test and emergency sign-ups in the Rides a full wallet to the Gilpin Gourmet Con- Area. test awards and auction in the Fair Tent at Six food vendors will be on site serving 2:30 p.m. There is also karaoke and slack- up lunch specials and other treats. Stay late on Saturday for a bonfire and hotdogs line lessons for everyone. “I personally love to see all those yumContinued on page 12 my items come into the Gilpin Gourmet Contest and then watching them be auc22ND ANNUAL GILPIN COUNTY FAIR tioned off. All proceeds benefit the Gilpin August 16 9am-9pm; August 17 • 8am-4pm Food Bank so it’s a great thing to be a part 230 Norton Dr., Black Hawk, CO of,” Nemec said. 303-582-5214 Presentations and shows pepper the www.co.gilpin.co.us/Fair/FairHome.html weekend with Gilpin Recreation Center’s Tae Kwon Do class, Timberline Fire DeTICKETS: FREE partment demonstrations, the Extreme
Rollinsville celebrates 130th Independence Day
ROLLINSVILLE Rollinsville has celebrated its independence from John Quincy Adams Rollins every summer since 1885 and this year is no different. The Stage Stop hosts the event, Aug. 2, which includes a parade
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down Main Street, “historic” speech reenactment, pig roast, art vendors and live music on two stages all day. Rollins owned the entire town and banned gambling halls, dance halls, and saloons. His rules began to change in 1885 to the approval of residents, and the town’s first Independence Day was held. The events kick off at 11 a.m. with the parade, speech and other special events. The pig roast is at noon and music is begins at 3 p.m. with The Pine Dwellers and continunes with Caribou Mountain Collective at 5 p.m., ONDA at 7 p.m., The Powerlung Rangers at 9 p.m. and Malai Llama at 10:45 p.m. A free shuttle will run from Nederland and Boulder. Visit www.stagestoprollinsville.com or call 303-258-0649 for more information.
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Ignite! Cirque du Fire! takes place at 61 Kiowa Road in Pinewood Springs. Circus-YOUR-Way! LLC is a youth training and employment company in Elbert working to bring today’s youth and seniors together. The Pinewood Springs fire station was constructed in 1962 and has had few updates to its utilities and features since. Over the years, the fire station has served as a community center, housing literally all community meetings in a small room. For more information visit www. ignite-cirquedufire.com or www.pinewood springsfire.org
Heritage Festival celebrates Estes Park history
semble a log home. Well-muscled draft ESTES PARK Take a step back in time and explore the horses haul families around in an antique history of Estes Park at the free Heritage wagon from historic MacGregor Ranch. Experience another era Festival. The celebration of when you travel in a vinhistory and heritage is a way tage Stanley Steamer, into create a public awareness vented by F.O. Stanley of of the founding history of Stanley Hotel fame. Estes Park. The entire fam Plan to also visit the milily can participate, learning itary encampment, browse about the hearty pioneers the antique dolls and rewho settled the region, at search your family history the Fairgrounds at Stanley at the ancestry and lineage Park, Aug. 23, 10 a.m. to 5 booth. Let loose at the Satp.m., and Aug. 24, 10 a.m. urday night street dance to 4 p.m. As quilters and wood- Estes Park Heritage Festival from 7-9 p.m. Visit www. carvers demonstrate their crafts nearby, evhpf.org or call 970-215-2458 for more children don leathergloves and help as- information about the event.
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PINEWOOD SPRINGS Kids circus troupe Circus-YOURWay! and volunteers supporting the Pinewood Springs Fire Protection District’s efforts to build a new fire station and community center, present Ignite! Cirque du Fire!, Aug. 2 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The fire station benefit includes live music, art, a silent auction, food, crafts and yard sale booths. Other features include electric violin artist Luka Keck, stilt walkers, circus exhibitions, balloon artists, a dunk tank, street performers, fire truck rides, painting demos by Dawn Normali, wildlife photographer Mitchell Risenhoover and more.
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Book celebrates park’s centennial ESTES PARK elebrate Rocky Mountain National Park’s centennial with the book Rocky Mountain National Park: The First 100 Years. Award-winning author Mary Taylor Young tells a story that stretches from the dawn of time into the future. The book was published in partnership with Rocky Mountain Nature Association, where Young has taught summer seminars for more than 25 years, with a foreword by U.S. Senator Mark Udall. Journey back to witness the rise, fall, and rise again of mountains. Meet ancient people who built rock game drives still visible atop Trail Ridge, and Utes and Arapaho who left behind only their names for many Park features. Discover explorers lured by the mountains’ call, and adventurers consumed with conquering Longs Peak’s soaring summit. Find out why life in the Park’s lush valleys forced settlers to turn from ranching to tourism. And how a young man named Enos Mills became a passionate advocate for this mountain wonderland and devoted his life to preserving it as a national park.
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Meet engineers sculpting Trail Ridge Road and CCC crews building trails, intrepid rangers rescuing lost hikers and researchers preserving the fragile tundra. Learn how the Park’s elk were nearly wiped out, then restored to become one of America’s premier wildlife sights. Relive the visits of millions of Americans, blessed with “money, kids, and cars,” who flocked to this beloved national park through the 20th century, forming lifelong attachments to this special place. Discover how a changing climate may greatly alter Rocky in its next 100 years. The 176 pages of Rocky Mountain National Park: The First 100 Years braids these stories and more into one grand tale, exquisitely illustrated with more than 250 historical and landscape images, including photographs by William Henry Jackson, John Fielder and Erik Stensland, and paintings by Charles Partridge Adams and Birger Sandzén. Rocky Mountain National Park: The First 100 Years is available at bookstores, through online retailers, or from the publisher at farcountrypress.com.
Race benefits Old Gallery capital campaign ALLENSPARK The Old Gallery presents the Sixth Annual Run Like the Wind 5K and 10K run/ walk, Aug. 9. The scenic fun run/walk, begins and ends in the heart of Allenspark at 8504 feet and benefits The Old Gallery’s capital campaign. Live music, refreshments, awards and prizes take place following the race. The 5K race circles through downtown and along dirt roads amid pine forest. The 10K race follows the 5K course and continues on an out-and-back track on Ski Road boasting views of high mountain peaks. Local organizations are invited to form teams of three or more to run or walk the
5K or 10K. Groups can be represented by wearing matching hats, shirts or costumes. Team entry forms are available at The Old Gallery and Sunshine Mountain Lodge. There is also a “Geezers vs. Kids” short course race. The .35-mile-long race begins at the start line at 8:45 a.m. There are no age limits. Entry forms are available at The Old Gallery or Sunshine Mountain Lodge. Race packets include a commemorative tie dye T-shirt. Packet pickup and race day registration begins at 7 a.m. at The Old Gallery, 14863 Hwy. 7 in Allenspark, and the race begins at 9 a.m. Visit www.theoldgallery.org for course information, registration and race details.
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Clear Creek race one of ‘most pleasurable’ in West GEORGETOWN The Georgetown to Idaho Springs Half Marathon is considered one of the most pleasurable races in the western U.S. due to its picturesque route through Clear Creek County. The point-to-point course, held Aug. 9 at 8 a.m., follows Clear Creek and
Half marathon set in ‘most beautiful place’ ESTES PARK The Rocky Mountain Half Marathon, Aug. 2, is part of the National Park Half Marathon Series, a series of running races near the “most beautiful places in the world.” The race begins at 6 a.m. at Stanley Hotel, 333 Wonderview Ave. in Estes Park. The distance is a half marathon to give runners the time and energy to enjoy the scenic Estes Valley and then head into Rocky Mountain National Park and enjoy it’s trails and views. Spectators are encouraged to view the event from the start and finish lines. Visit www.therockymountainhalf.com or call 949-295-3302 for all race information, course maps and to register.
is a gently rolling mountain course along the frontage road that runs parallel to Interstate 70. The event is presented by the Clear Creek Booster Club, a group of parents and community members that supports Clear Creek High School and Clear Creek Middle School. The race starts in Georgetown, next to Georgetown Lake and finishes in Idaho Springs at 12th and Miner streets. A post-race celebration takes place at the Clear Creek High School football field in Idaho Springs. Transportation for participants will be available back to Georgetown from the Clear Creek School District Office in Idaho Springs after the race from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Just want to watch? There are a number of viewing areas along the course. The start will let you see runners start
off and then return to the starting area in the second mile allowing participants to be seen at least twice. At exit 232 to Hwy 40 and Empire there is a large area to park on the north side of the frontage road allowing an easy exit to get on and off. The Downieville and Lawson exit, Exit 233, is a good one to take the road back west and meet the runners before they enter the dirt path or as they exit the path by the Animal Shelter. The next best place to see the runners, according to organizers, is along Colorado Boulevard in Idaho Springs before the finish. Every year, Clear Creek High and Middle School parents, students, teachers, and staff organize and man the race, which has grown to over 3,000 runners. Visit www.gtishalf.org for more information and to register.
The Squaw Mountain Lookout Tower in Clear Creek County was rebuilt by the Civilian Conservation Corp in the 1940s.
Lookout tower unique destination
Continued from page 1 Nederland-based guitarist Jon Ridnell returns to the Gilpin County Fair in 2014
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for everyone donated by Gilpin 4-H and head out early on Sunday for the High Country Auxiliary Pancake Breakfast. With over 40 vendors featuring unique and interesting items for sale, The Gilpin County fair is a very affordable, safe, entertaining option for everyone. “Attending the Gilpin County Fair is spending a glorious day in the mountains with your family having fun. Most things are free, and if you bring a picnic lunch, and stay for the free hotdogs during the bonfire, you could basically enjoy the entire day and not have to spend a dime,” Nemec said. For more information about the Gilpin County Fair visit www.co.gilpin.co.us.
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The cab sits on top of a one story stone base and measures 14-feet in each direction. It is completely lined by windows and surrounded by a catwalk. The remarkable structure represents a time before modern fire detection methods and appropriately provides 360-degree views. The lookout building and surrounding area were added to the Colorado State Register of Historic Properties in 1998 and to the National Historic Lookout Register in 2003. The Squaw Mountain Lookout is located off of Hwy. 103 west of Bergen Park and sits on the summit of Squaw Mountain in Clear Creek County. In addition to being an active communication site, the Squaw Mountain area is a popular dispersed recreation use area with hiking, recreational target shooting, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, and camping. Access to the site during the summer is from Hwy. 103 via F.R. 192.1 to a small parking area. It is accessible
by car, but a high clearance vehicle is recommended. From the parking area a mile hike up a steep dirt road is necessary to reach the lookout. During the winter, access is from a small parking area along Hwy. 103 and travels two miles to the lookout. High winds frequently occur. Winter storms limit access to the site and visitors should be prepared to snowshoe or cross-country ski two to three miles to the lookout. Due to the remote location of the site and difficult access there is no water or garbage service available at the lookout. Guests are reminded to packit-in and pack-it-out. The lookout is available for rent year round and includes an electric stove, refrigerator, and heat; beds; table and chairs; dishes; and toilet, and can accommodate four people per night. For more information or questions visit www.fs.usda.gov/main/arp/home or contact Lori Denton at 303-5673029 or ldenton@fs.fed.us.
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Hudson Car Club Show – Sixth Street, Georgetown Red Rocks Century Ride – Clear Creek County Sky Watchers – CCCIA Hall Second Saturday Sidewalk Sale – Downtown Lyons Star Party – Estes Park Memorial Observatory Wolves of the West: A Live Animal Demonstration – Estes Park Museum
Pet Preparedness in the Park – Stanley Park August 9-10 Arapaho Celebration of 1914 Expedition (100th Anniversary) – Bond Park Friends of the Library Annual Used Book Sale – Estes Valley Library
August 10 Vibrational Sound Meditation w/Danae Beaudette – The Yoga Room Idaho Springs
Magician Bradley Mayhew – Barlow Plaza Friends Of The Library Book Sale – Rocky Mountain Park Inn Conference Center
August 10-14 The Song School – Planet Bluegrass Ranch August 11 Night Hike – Mud Lake Open Space Botanist Kathy Keeler: Curious Stories of Familiar Plants of Estes Valley – Estes Valley Library August 13 Idaho Springs Chamber Mixer – Underhill Museum Summer Enchanted Evenings: Rachel, Early Letters to The Baldpate Inn – Baldpate Inn Two Wheelin’ History Tour – Estes Park Museum August 14 Boulder County Sunset Hikes – Walker Ranch Open Space Estes Park Equestrian Club, Estes Park Genealogical Society – Estes Valley Library August 15 Breckenridge Brewery Tasting – Peak Wine & Spirits August 15-17 “Your Mindful Year” Retreat w/Diane Sieg – Peaceful Valley Ranch
August 16 Dynamite Days – Miner Street, Idaho Springs “All That Glistens Is Not Gold” Gold Panning Class – Boulder County
High Peaks/Silver Dreams: The History of Caribou Ranch Hike – Caribou Ranch Open Space Gin Tasting – Peak Wine & Spirits High Altitude Herb Walk w/Brigitte Mars – Wild Bear Mountain Ecology Center
NRA Defensive Pistol Course – Estes Park Gun & Archery Club Open House – Estes Park Memorial Observatory Estes Park Genealogical Society Seminar – Estes Valley Library Larimer County Flood Recovery Expo “Roadmap to Recovery – Estes Park Events Center at the Fairgrounds August 16-17 Gilpin County Fair/Rodeo – Gilpin County Fairgrounds Dressage Horse Show – Fairgrounds at Stanley Park August 17 Gymkhana Buckle Series – Gilpin County Fairgrounds
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Continued from page 9 Magician Bradley Mayhew – Barlow Plaza August 18 Around Mont Blanc and Across the Alps – National Park Village Theater
August 18-19 Common Cents Counts Seminar: Online Calculators for Your Financial Projections – Estes Valley Library August 19 Mill Creek Valley Historical Society – Dumont Schoolhouse Great Decisions Discussion Group: League of Women Voters – Estes Valley Library August 20 Euchre Night – Very Nice Brewing Summer Enchanted Evenings: John Meissner, 10 Things We Must Get Right About Estes Park – Baldpate Inn Internet & Computer Users Group – Estes Valley Library Two Wheelin’ History Tour – Estes Park Museum August 21 Idaho Springs Lions Annual Picnic – Courtney-ReillyCooper Park
Pinball Tournament – Lyons Classic Pinball Mind-Body-Self: A presentation on Self Love & Acceptance – Estes Valley Library August 22 Wine Tasting – Peak Wine & Spirits Stories Behind the Moon & Stars – Estes Park Memorial Observatory
Cool Nights Cruz-In Car Show – Estes Park Visitor Center August 23 Glacier Fest – St. Mary’s Glacier Open House – Alice School House Living in Lion and Bear Country Hike – Hall Ranch Open Space Do You Want To Talk? – Old Gallery August 23-24 Peak to Peak Flea Market, Team Penning Event (postponed from July) – Gilpin County Fairgrounds Estes Park Heritage Festival – Fairgrounds at Stanley Park August 25 Free Entrance Day – Rocky Mountain National Park Vietnam: Its People and Places – National Park Village Theater August 26 Community Cares of Lyons Sharing Group – Kelley House August 27 Summer Enchanted Evenings: Ed Raines, Colorado Gold Rush – Baldpate Inn Two Wheelin’ History Tour – Estes Park Museum August 29 Car Club Summer Cruz In – Estes Park Visitor Center August 29-September 1 Zoppé Circus – Winter Park Resort August 30 Sky Watchers – CCCIA Hall August 30-31 Estes Park Alpaca Market, Colorado Senior Pro Charity Rodeo – Fairgrounds at Stanley Park September 1 Closed for Season – Gilpin Museum Closed for Season – Coeur d’Alene Mine
WEEKLY EVENTS Sunday Sunday Afternoon Tennis – Nederland Courts Master Chen Sermon on Daoism, Community Tai Chi, Qigong Instruction – Aspen Lodge Climbing Wall – Clear Creek Recreation Center Sunday Community Yoga – Shoshoni Yoga Retreat Maya Vinyasa Flow, Gentle Yoga – Tadasana Mountain Yoga Mat Pilates w/Nicole – Yoga Room Idaho Springs Monday Monday Night Trivia – Pizza Bar 66 Butterfly Encounter: A Live Butterfly Exhibit – Stanley Hotel Institute of Noetic Sciences – Estes Valley Library Poker Tournament – West Winds Tavern Kids Tai Chi, Pickleball, Brazillian Ju-Jitsu, International Folkdance – Nederland Community Center SilverSneakers Classic, Continuing Yoga, Kettlebells, Cardio Pump – Clear Creek Recreation Center Self Defense, Hatha Yoga, Aquacize, Yoga Dance, Train & Tone – Gilpin Community Center Gentle Yoga w/Joelle, Yoga w/Abby – CCCIA Hall Yoga – Golden Gate Grange Community Center Matter of Balance – Walt Self Community Building Iyengar Level 1/2 – Tadasana Mountain Yoga Yoga w/Peggy – Old Gallery Vinyasa Yoga w/Melissa – Yoga Room Idaho Springs Empowerment Yoga, Teen ‘n Rents Slow Flow Yoga – Lyons Yoga & Wellness
Tuesday Women’s Tuesday Happy Hour Tennis Clinic – Nederland Courts Texas Hold’em Poker Series Showdown – Wheel Bar Pool Tournament – Mother’s Saloon Trivia – 1860 Tavern Bingo – American Legion Post 119 Estes Park Tech Tuesday – Nederland Community Library Estes Park Anime Club – Estes Valley Library Basketball, Planet Motion – Nederland Community Center Women’s Movers & Shakers, Sit & Fit, Probation, Tae Kwon Do, Ripped – Clear Creek Recreation Center Tae Kwon Do, Quick & Tone, Kickboxing, Aquacize – Gilpin Community Center
Tai Chi Class – CCCIA Hall Yoga – Old Gallery Hot Jammin’ Yoga – Yoga Room Idaho Springs Vinyasa Flow, Restorative Yoga – Tadasana Mountain Yoga Mom & Tot Yoga – Shoshoni Yoga Retreat Inspired Fitness Bootcamp – Stage Stop Market and Cafe Vinyasa Yoga, Gentle Yoga – Lyons Yoga & Wellness Wednesday Wednesday Road Ride – Tin Shed Sports Trivia Night – Longz Mountain Grill Pool League – Lonigans Mindful Meditation – Coal Creek Canyon Location: 303-642-0428 Pickleball, Brazilian Ju-Jitsu – Nederland Community Center Continuing Yoga, Cardio, Beginning Yoga, Kettlebells – Clear Creek Recreation Center
Vinyasa Yoga w/Cherie – Yoga Room Idaho Springs Pre-Natal Yoga, Restorative Yoga – Lyons Yoga & Wellness
Give Me A Break, Nia, Aquacize, Adult Strengthen Stretch & Balance, Hatha Yoga, Bootcamp – Gilpin Community Center
Moms & Babies Yoga, Vinyasa Flow – Tadasana Mountain Yoga
Thursday Local’s Night – Chipper’s Lanes Estes Park Peak to Peak Rotary – Farradday’s Restaurant/Isle Casino Texas Hold’em Poker Night – Outlaw Saloon Free Pool – Lonigans Peak to Peak Rotary – Farradday’s @ Isle Casino Bingo – American Legion Post 119 Estes Park Kids Tai Chi, In door Soccer, Clothing Closet – Nederland Community Center
Women’s Movers & Shakers, Tae Kwon Do, Yoga Sculpt, Boy Scouts, Ripped – Clear Creek Recreation Center Tae Kwon Do, Give Me A Break, Hatha Yoga, Kickboxing, Aquacize – Gilpin Community Center Inspired Fitness Bootcamp – Stage Stop Market and Cafe Gentle Yoga, Yoga/Pilates Fusion – Tadasana Mountain Yoga Thursday Locals Night – Shoshoni Yoga Retreat Empowerment Yoga, Flood Trauma Therapy, Yoga for Conditioning – Lyons Yoga & Wellness Friday Tai Chi, Cardio Sculpt, Brazilian Ju-Jitsu – Nederland Community Center
Drop-in Sand Volleyball – Clear Creek Recreation Center Aquacize, Adult Strengthen Stretch & Balance, Yoga – Gilpin Community Center
Yoga w/Annie – Clear Creek Recreation Center Vinyasa Yoga w/Cherie – Yoga Room Idaho Springs Hatha Yoga, Happy Hour Yoga – Tadasana Mountain Yoga Yoga w/Cariann – CCCIA Hall Parent & Tot Yoga – Shoshoni Yoga Retreat Gentle Yoga, TGIF! Yoga – Lyons Yoga & Wellness Saturday Peak to Peak Birders – Wild Bear Mountain Ecology Center Saturday Morning Tennis Clinic, Pickleball – Nederland Courts
Texas Hold’em Poker Night – Outlaw Saloon Estes Park Anime Club – Estes Valley Library Pickleball, Brazilian Ju-Jitsu, Clothing Closet – Nederland Community Center
Climbing Wall – Clear Creek Recreation Center Zumba, Kinder Kix – Gilpin Community Center Vinyasa Yoga w/Cherie or Sarah – Yoga Room Idaho Springs
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August 1 First Friday – Nederland (various) First Friday Exhibit w/Tania Corvalan – Salto Coffee Works Sci-Fi Friday Film: “Journey to the Center of the Earth”
Hilltop Guild supports community with crafts
Watercolor Brushstrokes: Painting the Landscapes of RMNP – Rocky Mountain Conservancy Fibonnaci 101 - Colored Pencil – Art Center of Estes Park August 1-3 “Color and Light” Art Exhibit – Art Center of Estes Park Sandzén in Estes Park – Estes Park Museum August 1-9 Artist-in-Residence: Photographer Michael Lang –
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August 1-10 68th Annual Regional Juried Show – Gilpin Arts Washington Hall Gallery
August 1-31 “In Living Color” Exhibit – Gilpin Arts Showcase Gallery Sally Truitt “RAWR!” Exhibit – Stone Cup/Rise & Shine Bistro
August 2 Hilltop Guild Festival and Bazaar – Kelley House Artist-In-Residence Program: Hand-Made Books & Journals I – Gilpin County Library Saturday Morning Clay – Gilpin Recreation Center Taste of Shakespeare: Comedy of Errors – Performance Park
August 2-3 Plein Air Painting Workshop w/Andre Nobrega – Mud Lake Open Space
August 2-21 Plein Air Rockies 2014 Prelude Show – Cultural Arts Council of Estes Park
August 3 Taste of Shakespeare: Comedy of Errors – Nederland Community Center’s Backdoor Theater
August 4 Flood Stories: Oral and Digital Storytelling Workshop – Estes Valley Library
2 Socks 2 Circs Class w/Susan Mock – Stitchin’ Den August 5 Fifth Annual “Naked In Lyons” Exhibit – Corner Studios Quirky Quilters – Nederland Community Library Book Talk: Hidden Treasures of the National Library of Medicine, The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy Book Club – Estes Valley Library August 6 Art Group – Old Gallery Movie Matinee: “Longmire” Season Two – Estes Valley Library
August 7 Stitchers Get-Together – Gilpin Community Center Estes Valley Quilt Guild, Flood Stories: Oral and Digital Storytelling Workshop – Estes Valley Library August 7-9 Finding Fine Art in Nature (Photography) – Rocky Mountain Conservancy
August 8-September 14 “For the Love of Nature” Exhibit – Art Center of Estes Park
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ers. “Those are my fondest memories of this place,” she said. By Jennifer Pund “Charlie Eagle Plume would stand by the smoky fire and all ALLENSPARK he Hilltop Guild in Allenspark is not a club, it’s not a so- the kids would sit around and he would tell native American ciety and it’s not a commercial venture. It is a productive, stories, fairy tales and talk about the area.” creative association of residents returning the fruits of their Today, the building is home to groups like the Warped labor to areas in need within the greater Allenspark community. Weavers, who gather weekly to weave on one of the six floor What started in the 1930s as a gathering of women meeting looms, two table looms or two Inkle looms to make rugs, blankets, belts and straps. Other in each other’s homes to sew, has members gather at the Kelley evolved into an organized group House to sew pillows, make of local mountain ladies dedicatbeaded items, learn gourd art, ed to supporting the community, knit, quilt, make cards, press while being crafty. Using the flowers, jar jam, create treats Kelley House as their home base or goodies and so much more, since 1954, with improvements with the single focus of giving and upgrades donated by locals, back to the community. the HillTop Guild flourishes as a All their efforts and hours constant connection for ladies of of creating culminate into one the area and a tremendous source grand event, their Annual Hillof community support. top Guild Festival and Bazaar, The Kelley Family were red Aug. 2 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at fox breeders—some of which the Kelley House, 18720 Hwy can still be see in the area—and 7 in Allenspark. This one-day deeded their large log build- Hilltop Guild members get crafts ready for their Annual event affords the public the ing on Hwy. 7 in Allenspark to Festival and Bazaar, their largest fundraiser. Photo by Jeffrey V. Smith chance to purchase the works the Hilltop Guild for a meeting place. Since then, the building named in their honor has been of Guild members including their famous Chokecherry jam and filled with bustling women cooking, weaving, sewing, laugh- the ever-popular peanut brittle—over 170 pounds of which were produced just last week. Browse through books, white elephants, ing and sharing all focused on giving back. Guild member Joan Donavon remembers vising the Kelley collectibles, arts, crafts, weaving and needlework pieces while House as a child to hear resident Chief Charlie Eagle Plum checking out the live music and enjoying the yummy food and entertain the kids and adults with stories; some truer that othContinued on page 18
Theater company serves ‘Taste of Shakespeare’ to high country ESTES PARK/NEDERLAND Longmont Theatre Company’s Taste of Shakespeare, in conjunction with Theater Company of Lafayette, presents a free performance of “Comedy of Errors” in Estes Park at Performance Park, Aug. 2, and Nederland’s Backdoor Theater, Aug. 3. A classic, broad comedy of lost twins and mistaken identity, “Comedy of Errors” is a fun and fast introduction to Shakespeare. This year’s show is adapted by Don Thumim, of the Theater Company of Lafayette. Dave Dahl is directing with Thumim as assistant director. Because more is (usually) better, the pro-
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duction has two sets of twins, not just one. Each twin has the same name as his counterpart. Neither twin knows of the other. Much mistaken identity leads to beatings, arrests, seductions, and other hilarity. It’s all set in a “neo-Victorian Steampunk world.” In Estes Park, bring seating, sunscreen, bug spray, water or soft drinks, picnics and
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anything else to enjoy an evening outdoors at Performance Park, 417 W. Elkhorn Ave. Door for the show at the Backdoor Theater, located in the Nederland Community Center at 750 Hwy. 72, open a half-hour before curtain for general-admission seating. A Taste of Shakespeare is an educational and outreach program of the Longmont Theatre Company. The group delivers Shakespearian theater in free performances at locations all over the Front Range. They perform complete shows, as well as skits, songs, stage fighting and other creative acts. Visit www.longmonttheatre.org to learn more.
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Library hosts hand-made book workshops GILPIN COUNTY The Gilpin County Public Library Artist-in-Residence Program concludes in August with a three-part introduction to hand-made books and journals. National Board Certified Art Educator Emily Cook will conduct the classes on Aug. 2, 9 and 16. All classes are free and materials will be provided at no charge, thanks to a generous grant from the Friends of the Library. Cook brings an impressive resume of accomplishments to the Library Artistin-Residence Program. She has taught art in all grades in a public school setting, in small group art school classes and to prospective teachers in univer-
sity. As a member of the Art Institute of Chicago Teacher Resource Panel, she helped to create and evaluate art curriculum and resources for classrooms. She has a Masters of Education degree in Curriculum and Instruction in Art from the University of Illinois. Come in to the library and sign up for the classes. The Aug. 2 class, Introduction to Hand-Made Books & Journals, takes place from 10-11:30 a.m. The Aug. 9 class is a continuation of the project and takes place from 1-2:30 p.m. The project concludes at the Aug. 16 class, which takes place from 10-11:30 a.m. Visit www.gilpinlibrary.org for more information.
Create bracelet at Old Gallery class
“I am captivated by the rhythm of stringBy George Watson ing beads and the patience it requires to ALLENSPARK The Old Gallery in Allenspark hosts a sit and bead for hours and hours. It slows workshop, Aug. 23, focusing on learning down the frenetic pace of my hurried life two geometric shapes, the square and and helps me find perspective.” Ellsworth’s “love affair” with seed rectangle, which will be used to make a beaded bracelet. Bead artist Wendy Ells- beads began in 1970, just after graduating from the University of Colorado. “I worth leads the class. was living in a sin The techniques gle room log cabin taught to particiat 10,500ft. in the pants include the Rocky mountains basic gourd (peywith no running ote) stitch and the water or electricity herringbone stitch. and began beading These are the buildby the light of keroing blocks of many sene lamps. Beadfun designs in beading fired up my creed jewelry and once ative energies and mastered can lead provided a means to many more projfor me to express ects in both two and Learn to make intricate, geometric bracelets like these at The Old Gallery. the beauty I witthree dimensions. nessed around me The bracelet is as well as a way of reconnecting spiritumade with size 11 seed beads in two conally to the world I lived in.” trasting colors and fire-polished glass beads. Kits will be provided that will The class fee is $55 and the kits costs include all the materials needed to make $15. Contact Wendy Ellsworth at wendy. ellsworth3@gmail.com for more informaone bracelet with a magnetic clasp. “Color surrounds me and excites me tion or if want to bring your own beads. on all levels and I find infinite inspiration The class takes place from 10 a.m.-4 from observing nature in all her seasonal p.m. at The Old Gallery, 14863 Hwy. 7, wardrobes,” class teacher Ellsworth said. Allenspark.
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Art exhibit, sale raises funds for Ward Church
The building is completely dependent WARD Formed four years ago, the Friends of on donations for maintenance, insurance, the Historic Ward Community Church has heat, capital improvements and to meet sponsored an Art Exhibition, Sale and Fun- all of its physical needs. All of our staff is draiser each year to raise funds to pay for volunteer and we are blessed with several heat and repairs and to keep the building members who regularly donate their sergoing through the next high-altitude win- vices to perform maintenance. The Friends of ter. This year’s event the Historic Ward which also includes Church Art Exhibilive music, a poetry tion, Sale and Funopen mic, food and draiser kicks off on drink historical exFriday, Aug. 15, with hibit, bake sale, silent an opening wine and auction and children’s cheese reception and events takes place in music by Ostevetto Ward, Aug. 15-16. from 7-9 p.m. Named to the NaOn Saturday, Aug. tional Register of His16, the main event toric Places, the Ward takes place from 11 Community Church, a.m.-5 p.m. featurestablished in 1894, ing the Art Show and now serves as a comSale, local crafts sale, munity center for resimusic by Blue Moundents of Ward. tain Jam and Papa The church, located Georgia O’Keeffe, Church bell, Ward, Juke, a poetry open at 41 Modoc, is con- Colorado 1917, Georgia O’Keeffe mic, historical exhibit, sidered to be archi- Museum bake sale, silent auctecturally significant “because of its intact design, materials and tion and children’s events. Food includes workmanship which are typical of the build- pulled pork and chili and beer, wine and ing traditions of the period and make it an sodas will be available. excellent example of the style of construc- For more information, e-mail churchtion used for community buildings during friendsofwardco@gmail.com or call Becky Martinek at 303-459-0341. this time in Boulder County.”
State Poet Laureate reads, signs book ESTES PARK Poet David Mason of Colorado Springs, Colorado’s poet laureate, visits Estes Park for a poetry reading and book signing, Aug. 25. Mason is an accomplished poet and codirector of the creative writing program at Colorado College. A teacher and editor, Mason was born and raised in Bellingham, Washington. He earned a BA from Colorado College and an MA and PhD from the University of Rochester in New York. Mason’s collections of poetry include The Buried Houses (1991), winner of the Nicholas Roerich Poetry Prize; The Country I Remember (1996), winner of the Alice Fay Di Castagnola Award; Arrivals (2004); and the verse novel Lud-
low (2007), awarded the Colorado Book Award for Poetry and named best book of poetry in 2007 by the Contemporary Poetry Review and the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum. Colorado was the second state in the country, after California, to name a poet laureate. “Invite me to your community and I will do all I can to help you foster literacy and this art of many voices,” Mason, who intends to travel to all 64 Colorado counties, said. The reading takes place 2-3 p.m. at The Inkwell & Brew, 150 E. Elkhorn Ave. and the book signing is at Macdonald Book Shop, 150 E. Elkhorn Ave., from 3-4 p.m. Visit www.macdonaldbookshop.com for more information.
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Learn basics of gourd art, pine needle weaving ALLENSPARK Learn the basics of gourd art including gourd preparation, how to use gourd dyes and a variety of other techniques, Aug. 30, at The Old Gallery in Allenspark. Students receive written instructions as well as personal, one-on-one class instruction to leave with a finished gourd. The August class, conducted by Vicki Dyas, is called “Color Splash and Pine Needle Gourd,” and focuses on a brilliant color technique as well as pine needle weaving. Dyas lives in Raymond six months of the year and Brookdale, CA the other six months. She became interested in gourds in 1996 when attending a craft festival. According to the artist, the surface or shape of a
gourd can become a palette for almost every other fine art, “so the creative excitement never dulls.” Dyas is also passionate about teaching this unique medium to others and loves seeing people discover the “creative potential” of a gourd. She encourages everyone to “unlock the secrets of gourding.” Participants should plan on bringing their lunch, drinks and wear older clothing. The fee for each class, which takes place from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in the cabin behind The Old Gallery, 14863 Hwy. 7, is $40 and $15 for materials, all of which the instructor will provide. There is a $10 per student discount if two people come together. For more information, contact Vicki Dyas at rivermtgourds@gmail.com or visit www.theoldgallery.org.
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music and fellowship with those who like By Doug Fox to sing. It’s open to anyone interested in ESTES PARK If you like to sing, come to Estes Park singing classical choral works. To particiAug. 9 for the final session of Summer pate, show up at Shepherd of the MounSings sponsored by the Oratorio Society of tains Lutheran Church, 2000 Ptarmigan Trail, at 3:30 p.m. Estes Park. SumMusic is availmer Sings is an able for loan. opportunity for Registration bepeople who engins at 3:30 p.m., joy singing chothe singing starts ral masterworks at 4 p.m. with a to come together break for snacks and rehearse a around 5 p.m. and piece and then then more sing“perform” it just ing until about 6 for themselves p.m. General Adwithout and auSummer Sings at Shepherd of the Mountains mission is $8 for dience. singers. Students At the Aug. 9 Lutheran Church in Estes Park session, Handle’s “Messiah” will be sung age 25 and under are free with a school ID. straight through. It won’t be the usual re- For more information, visit www.osep. hearsal and then performance. It’s a long info or contact music director Kathy Bowwork and will just be sung. The “Mes- ers at 970-586-5193. siah” was composed in 1741 by George Frederic Handel with the lyrics taken ORATORIO SOCIETY’S SUMMER SINGS from Psalms and the King James Bible. August 9 • 4-7pm It was performed for the first time a year Shepherd of the Mountains Lutheran Church later with a modest public reaction, but it 2000 Ptarmigan Trail; Estes Park, CO, 80517 gained in popularity and is today one of www.osep.info the best-know and most frequently performed choral works in Western music. COST: General Admission: $8; Under 25: Free Summer Sings is a fun afternoon with
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August 8 Book Signing w/Sylvia Welner – Jamestown Mercantile August 9 Second Saturday Art Walk – Miner Street, Idaho Springs Curios Arts & Crafts Market – Corner Studios Artist-In-Residence Program: Hand-Made Books & Journals II – Gilpin County Library Gregory Samuelson Reading & Signing – Macdonald Book Shop
Oratorio Society of Estes Park: Summer Sings – Shepherd of the Mountains Lutheran Church
August 9-21 Plein Air Rockies 2014 – Estes Park (various) August 10 Member Meeting & Potluck– Gilpin Arts’ Washington Hall Gallery
Beginner Paper Piecing – Lyons Quilting August 10-23 Artist-in-Residence: Painter Jessica Bryant – Rocky Mountain National Park
August 11-12 Sketchbook Journaling: Creatively Merging Art & Nature – Rocky Mountain Conservancy August 13 Movie Matinee: “Longmire” Season 2 – Estes Valley Library
August 13-September 28 Member’s Show – Gilpin Arts Washington Hall Gallery August 14-15 Aspen Watercolor Workshop – Art Center of Estes Park August 15 NedKnits – Nederland Community Library August 15-17 “The Impossible Paradise” Play – Baldpate Inn KeyThedral Theater
Mastering the Art & Craft of Landscape Photography – Rocky Mountain Conservancy
August 16 Annual Art Exhibition – Historic Ward Community Church Art-4-Art Art Cards – Lyons Depot Library Artist-In-Residence Program: Hand-Made Books & Journals III – Gilpin County Library August 17 Bike-in-Movie: “ET - The Extra Terrestrial” – Performance Park
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August 24-25 Fine Arts Guild of the Rockies Auditions for “On Golden Pond” –U.S. Bank August 24-September 6 Artist-in-Residence: Photographers James and Jenny Tarpley – Rocky Mountain National Park August 25 Poet Laureate David Mason Reading – Inkwell & Brew David Mason Book Signing – Macdonald Book Shop August 27 Cirque D’Elephant Project Class – Lyons Quilting Movie Matinee: “Longmire” Season Two – Estes Valley Library
August 28 Sylvia Werner “Welcome to Jimtown” Reading – Nederland Community Library (NED)
August 29 Barleens Rocky Mountain Opry Variety Show 1 – National Park Village Theater
August 30 Gourd Workshop w/Vicki Dyas – Old Gallery Barleens Rocky Mountain Opry Variety Show 2 – National Park Village Theater
August 30-September 1 Labor Day Arts and Crafts Show – Bond Park WEEKLY ARTS Monday NAS Movie Matinee – Backdoor Theater Stitch ‘n Rippers Quilters – New Covenant Church Swing Dancing Lessons – Appenzell Inn Tuesday Beginner Clay – Gilpin County Community Center Trail Ridge Quilters – Long’s Peak Room, EP Medical Center Wednesday Art Group – Old Gallery Give Me A Break – Gilpin County Community Center NAS Watercolor Painting – Nederland Community Presbyterian Church
August 18 2 Socks 2 Circs Class w/Susan Mock – Stitchin’ Den August 20 Twirly Batik Shirt Class – Lyons Quilting Art Group – Old Gallery Movie Matinee: “Longmire” Season 2 – Estes Valley
Thursday Beginning Kitting – Stichin’ Den Friday Movie – Backdoor Theater Movie Night – Lyons Cinema & Photography Arts Center Saturday Movie – Backdoor Theater
August 21 Stitchers Get-Together – Gilpin Community Center August 22 “Western Light V” Opening Reception – Earthwood
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Community service, charity foundation of Hilltop Guild ley family, on which the Alonzo Allen baked goods. A quilt inspired by the 2013 Cabin and Bunce Schoolhouse stand. The flood titled “Didn’t It Rain” will be raffled caretaking and preservation is tasked to off this year along with a crocheted afghan, the Guild. They open the schoolhouse for painted saw blade, decorated gourd, em- tours on certain Saturdays of the summer broidered Father Christmas and hand craft- and is used as a museum. The Allen Cabin fireplace and bits of foundation are all that ed Jewelry all made by Guild members. remain behind a The proceeds protected fence from the Bazaar about two miles is what funds the west of the KelHilltop Guild’s ley House. philanthropic The Kayenta contributions Indian School like Estes Park in Arizona is a Crossroads Cenboarding school ter and disaster that is suprelief. Donating ported by the funds to support guild. Each year the Allenspark their donations Fire Protection are used to buy District is very Vivian Fausset and Charlotte Todd work on looms eyeglasses and important to at the Kelley House in Allenspark. Photo by Jeffrey V. Smith coats for the year these ladies. “We are a group of women that like round students. A few year’s ago the guild to be crafty, but more importantly, it’s decided to end exchanging Christmas gifts the community service. We want to give instead they collect clothes for these undersomething back to the community. The privileged students. fire department is very important to us, it’s “Some times these kids come back to all volunteer and with the wildfires and school with nothing but the clothes on we are so remote, it’s nice to have EMS their backs,” Snell says. “and that’s why I am here, and why most of the ladies are right here,” says member Peg Daily. The Guild also owns two adjoining here, because what we do moves on, they properties that once belonged to the Kel- know what they are doing is going to help Continued from page 15
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someone else.” The Guild also provides low interest loans and scholarships to area students moving on to college from the Lyons, Estes Park and Allenspark area. “Mostly what we do is work to give away our money. A few years ago I got to hand those kids their scholarship certificates and it was the best day of the year,” member Judee Snell recalls. As in any group, there are many differences between the individuals, but the love for the community, for giving-back and most importantly, for one another is what keeps the group going 10 months each year. “Our community is very different in that there are a lot of different political views, but this group opens their arms. When we do the peanut brittle, we have the best time & the jelly days are a lot of fun too,” Snell said, “and that’s what it’s all about, working with everybody else. You know when you come in somebody’s got their arms out to give a nice hug and a warm smile and that’s important.”
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MOUNTAIN ARTS Photographer commemorates National Park’s 100th anniversary with new book ESTES PARK Rocky Mountain National Park photographer Erik Stensland celebrates, Sept. 3, the official release of his latest book, “Wild Light: A Celebration of Rocky Mountain National Park,” with a special event at his Estes Park gallery. Live music, food, and a re-creation of the night forest inside the Images of Rocky Mountain National Park Gallery, 203 Park Lane, will be featured at the event. which runs from 4-8 p.m. The 224 page hardcover book is being released in conjunction with the start of the 100th Anniversary Celebrations for Rocky Mountain National Park. Stensland is a landscape photographer who lives in Estes Park. He rises frequently before dawn to hike back to remote lakes or up high peaks to capture the unparalleled beauty of the park in warm morning light. “My vision is to reveal the beauty of creation, capturing those moments and
views that simply take one’s breath away. We have all felt our heart leap when we see a majestic view or watch a mountain sunrise,” Stensland said. “The beauty of nature awakens within us a deep, almost inexpressible longing. There is something about it that speaks to our souls and gives us a hint as to the very meaning of life. My aim is to awaken that longing within the viewer, in hope that they will pursue that journey into the very heart of life itself.” The photographer has other, mini-galleries in Grand Lake, at the Trail Ridge Store in Rocky Mountain National Park and outside of Abiquiu, New Mexico where he shows his Desert Southwest work. Stensland also posts photos almost daily on his Facebook page, and more than 1,500 of his photos can be seen on his websites: www.ImagesofRMNP.com and www.MorningLight.us. Call 970-586-4352 or e-mail info@ morninglight.us with any questions.
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on the streets in downtown Estes Park. ESTES PARK The fifth annual “Western Light” ex- Many people find it fascinating to witness hibit at Earthwood Gallery in Estes Park paintings being created from scratch, en features original paintings of a hand- plein air, by the talented fine artists. A special gala opening reception, where picked array of some of the most amazBest of Show, Arting western-based fine ists Choice and artists. The exhibition Peoples Choice are and sale, Aug. 22-Oct. awarded, takes place 31, is open daily from on Aug. 22 from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. 6-9 p.m. The openThe exhibition highing reception at the lights the newest and gallery provides an best studio and plein opportunity to see air works from 15 top the new art, enjoy reAmerican fine artists freshments and meet and more than 75 new the artists in person. paintings will be unThe gallery displays veiled at the opening at and sells paintings, the Earthwood Gallery, blown art glass, fused 141 E. Elkhorn Ave. glass, stained glass, The subject matter are jewelry, pottery fine the people, landscapes, woodworking, metal wildlife and architec- Susan McCullough, "Alberta Falls", Oil art, sculpture, tapesture set in the wonderful light that bathes the beautiful western U.S. tries and more. Visit www.earthwoodgalThere is also a fun “paint out” open to leries.com or call 303-444-3838 for more the public on Aug. 21, from 9 a.m.-1 p.m., information.
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The Sweet Lilies – Pioneer Inn (NED) Dixie Leadfoot – Millsite Inn (WD) Ben Hanna Band – Jamestown Mercantile (JT) Empire Americana w/Gasoline Lollipops, Ryan Chrys & the Rough Cuts, more – Minton Park and Ballfield (EM) Nicholas Regester, Nancy Cook – Alpine Restaurant & Bar (GT) Gary Jorgensen & Claudia Cupp – Troia’s Café (GT) Josh Dillard, John Hyde, Sawmill Joe – DRAM Apothecary (SP)
Dixie Leadfoot – Millsite Inn (WD) New Vintage – Spirit Hound Distillery (LY) Lindsey Lou & Flatbellies – Oskar Blues Grill & Brew (LY) James Faulk – Stone Cup/Rise & Shine Bistro (LY) Jack & Gary – Barlow Plaza (EP) Camp Merveilles – Sunrise Ranch Dome Theater (LV) Winter Park Music Festival w/Eddie Money, Rick Derringer – Hideaway Park (WP) Hot Lunch – Dillon Amphitheater (SC) August 3 Daniel & the Lion – Stage Stop (RV)
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Popular John Denver tribute supports local groups
cause it is exclusively John Denver’s music. I often include a By Jeffrey V. Smith few of his songs in my other performances, but this one is all ESTES PARK n an ongoing effort to keep the music and spirit of John Den- about John Denver,” Fitch said. ver alive, Estes Park’s “Cowboy Brad Fitch and The Tropi- The popular Estes Park singer-songwriter has been doing the Cowboy Band present their 11th annual John Denver Tribute tribute concerts since 2004. “It started several years after [DenConcert, Aug. 30, at the Stanley Park Fairgrounds. High energy ver’s] death when several friends encouraged me to put together a tribute to him,” he said. “I bear a superficial resemblance bluegrass band Chain Station opens the show. to Denver, and therefore have had The concert, which always folks asking me to play his songs proves to be a memorable and popfor many years. The more songs ular event, features classic songs I learned and the more I learned from the legendary Denver and about Denver and his contribubenefits the Estes Park Lions Club tions to our popular culture, the charities. The majority of funds will more amazed I became. go to organizations for the sight and “I have great respect for hearing impaired, community sowho he was and all that he did. He cial services and local scholarships. used the fame he earned through Fitch believes Denver, one of music to bring attention to vital the world’s best-known and bestworld issues, such as protecting loved performers, would have our environment, endangered approved of the show’s charity species, world peace, feeding the aspect. “This is one of the most Brad Ftich and the TropiCowboy Band hungry, and the list goes on and gratifying shows that I perform, and I’m proud to keep John Denver’s music, memory and mes- on. His music is also some of the best I have ever heard and I am honored to be one of the hundreds, if not thousands, of sage alive through this event,” he said. “The Lions are always looking for ways to raise funds to sup- musicians worldwide who are still playing his songs.” port the many projects we donate to,” member Carol Daigre said. The show features Fitch’s full TropiCowboy Band, which spe“This particular event raises as much money in the one evening as cializes in Denver’s music. “I am proud to perform with a wonrunning the concession for most of the summer months. Alas, less derful band that interprets John Denver’s songs with both reverence and a whole lot of fun. Each musician adds a unique flavor volunteer hours for the club and more money in one evening.” Anyone familiar with Fitch’s music and performances will to these timeless songs,” Fitch said. “The entire evening is alfind this show a bit distinctive. “This concert is different beContinued on page 22
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Dynamite Days returns to downtown Idaho Springs 15th and 16th avenues. Last year, Miner By Jeffrey V. Smith Street was closed to accommodate the IDAHO SPRINGS With another season of rock blasting at festival. “We wanted to shift focus away the Twin Tunnels expansion project, not to from Miner Street, partly for political reamention a rich history of mining, it was an sons… and so we have less exit points for easy decision to bring Dynamite Days back people to try and walk off with alcohol. to the streets of Idaho Springs this year. The This reduces the need to recruit as many free, family-friendly outdoor music and volunteers as last year. Hiring a private street festival, returning for its second year, company to work the kids bouncy house also helps limit takes place in the need for more Citizens Park and volunteers. along the Idaho Other changes to Mall, Aug. 16. this year’s event event, The include an earlier geared towards start to the music. promoting comA magic show munity and kicks off the event tourism in the at 11 a.m. and live mountain town, music begins at features live munoon. Last year sic all day, chilthe music started dren’s activities, Jakarta headlines Dynamite Days, Aug. 16 in the late aftervendors and local brews. “With Dynamite Days, the idea is noon and had to end earlier due to rain. Also, to have a whole day of just having fun. We the county recreation district has purchased want the locals to feel like they can come a large, inflatable canopy for their stage that and enjoy themselves. It’s a free concert, should reduce problems created by weather. come buy a beer, eat some food, have a Ultimately, Dynamite Days is about givgood time. Bring you kids,” Chamber Presi- ing residents and visitors something to do in donwtown Idaho Springs. “It’s all about dent Jason Siegel said. In an effort to create some goodwill putting out there we’ve got this fun-loving from Miner Street merchants, the festi- vibe and we want people to enjoy themval has been moved, slightly, to Citizens selves,” Siegel said. “If this is how we can Park and the Idaho Mall, a brick pedes- give back to the community, by throwing trian mall running behind the buildings a free concert, that’s what’s the chamber is on the south side of Miner Street between for, to provide for the community and pro-
vide a network for the businesses. It’s all about the community vibe we build with these types of events. It’s a good thing, just for the morale of the town.” Start the day with the little ones at the Bunnie & Birdie Magic Show, 11 a.m. The Acoustic Mining Company, a bluegrass act from Denver plays at noon while Marc Morris’ Gipsy Cattle Drive takes the stage at 2 p.m. Idaho Springs-based Damaged Goods plays at 4 p.m. and the Trevor Jones Band, from Summit County and Denver, perform at 6 p.m. Denver funk band Jakarta, which was a hit at Idaho Springs’ Independence Day celebration in July, headline beginning at 8 p.m. “They play the hits everybody likes to hear, and they’re really good at it,” Siegel said. Jakarta, Denver’s “hottest” old-school funk and R&B band, is led by Isaac Points. For the past 35 years, he has been “creating the groove that gets people on the dance floor” and his “expertise of funk has been proven time and time again.”
DYNAMITE DAYS August 16 • 11am-10pm Citizen’s Park/Idaho Mall 16th Ave. & Miner St. • Idaho Springs, CO www.facebook.com/dynamitedays TICKETS: FREE
P.I. celebrates 44th year with live music NEDERLAND The Pioneer Inn in Nederland has a rich music history intertwined with famous Caribou Ranch recording studio that includes the likes of Dan Fogelberg, Stephen Still and countless more. The restaurant and bar, 15 E. First St., celebrates its 44th anniversary, Aug. 16, with a free show from Outer Banks, a new band fronted by Will Baumbartner of Pamlico Sound, and drink specials.
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ways lots of fun with folks of all ages in attendance. We open the floor for dancing and encourage singing along. It’s like a big, big party remembering John Denver’s music, and his love for Colorado.” Each year the group plays Denver’s biggest hits and most loved songs, but members also add in some of the more obscure songs from Denver’s catalog. “It’s fun for me to see the reaction of the died-in-the-wool John Denver fans when we pull out some of these lesser known album cuts,” Fitch said. “Year to year, it’s never the same set list.” Fitch will be joined at the concert by renowned fiddler Johnny Neill, star of stage and screen, who has performed with Willie Nelson among others. This is his ninth year performing this concert with the band. The drummer will be Estes Park resident and “percussionist extraordinaire” Ward Durrett, who’s been with Fitch since 2011. Melinda Morris, Fitch’s sister, will be singing harmonies and his nephew, Eamonn Morris of Boulder, who is 19 years of age and “a monster musician,” will also be part of the band. Fitch’s brother Doug, who lives in Hawaii, will be playing percussion and singing harmonies. About half-way through the set, the band takes a few songs off and Fitch plays solo, the way Denver often did in his concerts. Money raised from the performance
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support Lions Club charities. “Our funds are spent locally, regional and international,” Daigre said. “All monies raised from our events support local organizations in our town, local schools, Cub Scouts, pay for exams and glasses for locals in need, hearing aids… eye and hearing screenings at schools and preschools, leader dogs, hearing dogs and canine companion dogs. We send funds for disasters overseas, global measles initiatives and sight programs.” Fitch recently released a new CD, “Rocky,” an authorized Rocky Mountain National Park Centennial product. The album celebrates the park’s 100th birthday in 2015. He was also commissioned by the park’s centennial committee to write a centennial theme song, which will be introduced at the kick-off event in September. He also has a new John Denver tribute album, which has the artist covering 14 songs. “I am proud of this album as I feel it is my way of helping to keep his music, memory and messages alive,” Fitch said. The musician also presents his fifth annual “Spirituality of John Denver” concert at Hyde Memorial Chapel, YMCA of the Rockies, Estes Park, Aug. 24 at 7 p.m.
The John Denver Tribute Concert takes place at the new Events Center at the Fairgrounds at Stanley Park, 1209 Manford Ave. Doors open and Chain Station takes the stage at 5 p.m. Fitch and the TropiCowboy Band perform at 7 p.m. Advance General Admission tickets are available for $20 online or in Estes Park at Macdonald Book Shop, Hobert Office Services and at the Estes Park Visitor Center. General Admission tickets may also be purchased at the fairgrounds gate beginning at 4 p.m. the day of the event for $25. General Admission seating is first-come, first-choice, so attendees are encouraged to arrive early. For tickets or further information, visit www.EstesParkLionsClub.org or www. cowboybrad.com.
JOHN DENVER TRIBUTE CONCERT August 24 • 5 p.m. Fairgrounds at Stanley Park 1209 Manford Ave., Estes Park, CO www.EstesParkLionsClub.org www.CowboyCrad.com TICKETS: $20 GA advance/$25 at the door
Singer, author named ‘Best of the West’ IDAHO SPRINGS Jon Chandler, a Spur Award-winning author and a unique singer of the West, performs at the United Center, Aug. 9. Known as a superb wordsmith, the seventh-generation Coloradan is host of America’s Soul Live!, a televised concert series, and has been named “Best Living Western Musician” by True West Magazine. His CD, Westerns, was dubbed “a landmark recording”
Chandler will be accompanied by the multi-talented Ernie Martinez at the Idaho Springs show. Tickets are $18 at the door or purchase discount tickets at Java Mountain Roasters or Two Brother’s Deli in Idaho Springs and Tomay Memorial Library in Georgetown. Doors open at 7 p.m. and the music begins at 7:30 p.m. Visit www.unitedcenterinc.com for more information.
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ARISE offers chance to activate, reconnect, interact, synchronize, empower company, speakers bureau and literary By Jennifer Pund agency for high profile environmental LOVELAND Throughout his career, Paul Bassis has activists. Bassis says his success has alalways bridged entertainment and activism, ways been about using his skill set to help even through he doesn’t consider himself important voices be heard. Representing an activist. Coming out of retirement from such revolutionaries like Daryl Hanna and producing music festivals in California, he Julia Butterfly Hill, he describes his work works passionately to make the ARISE Fes- as facilitating the radicalizing of celebritival in Loveland a unique and memorable ties and the “celebritizing” of radicals. experience for all. Sunrise Ranch opens it “I have never really thought of myself doors, Aug. 8-10, to the festival intended as an activist, just someone who has always to promote sustainability, connection and been very freakin’ active,” Bassis explains. “When you allow consciousness though yourself to be driven art, entertainment and by your passion you activism. are only doing what Bassis spent many comes naturally. I years in the 80s codon’t think it’s more p r o d u c i n g — w i t h complicated than Carol Bruno—the that.” Bassis says internationally ache has love for the claimed Reggae On ARISE Music Festithe River music festival because it is such val. It was known as a great manifestation the “best reggae and of that objective. world music experi- Festival Director Paul Bassis and Darryl After 30 years of ence to be found.” Hanna at the first ARISE Festival. working around festiEach year, thousands would “reconnect with friends and groove vals, Bassis doesn’t reflect back much, but to the superb musical offerings and relax says “passion”—that feeling that moves us in the beautiful California natural envi- when we don’t have to—is the reason beronment of the concert site,” according to hind most of what keeps him coming back. event producers. In 2004, Bassis left the He likens it to a bird souring above the land, production company he co-founded to not contemplating the air that is allowing it work full time operating a management to happen.
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“I don’t think the bird gives any more consideration to the source of that wind as the musicians who are playing together in the same groove wonder, ‘Hey, where did this groove come from?’ My favorite bumper sticker says, ‘do something.’ I don’t know if that’s an actual bumper sticker but it should be.” Bassis said. According to producers, the Sunrise Ranch in Loveland is like a “magic secret val- Charli 2NA with Galactic ley” that enables the ARISE Music Festival to have a home in the one of the most idyllic settings for multi-day camping festival, calling it “just an absolute sweet spot.” Being grounded in a “truly sacred place” is important to Bassis. “The first time I stepped foot in that valley I knew this was the kind of place that people would want to return to every year and that is an essential factor when starting a brand new annual music festival,” he said. The independent, grass roots, musically diverse, family friendly event is a hybrid between the traditional music festival and an evolved co-creative, eco-conscious art festival with a bend towards activism and
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rant Farm is a band on a mission. Lead by National Flatpicking Champion Tyler Grant, the talented four-piece is built on the foundation of love, family and the joy of music. The group, which plays at NedFest on Aug. 22, released it latest album Plowin’ Time in early May. The group, which says they put their “hearts, souls, blood, sweat and tears” into the project funded their second album by raising over $20,000 on an online Kickstarter campaign. They funded their first effort the same way. “We have played clubs, festivals and private events all across the country and now we are ready to present our fans with 12 new studio tracks, recorded and produced in the highest possible quality,” Grant said. The music fits into the band’s “country-disco, roots-rock, booty-shakin’ jam-tastic concept.” The album was recorded and mixed at Immersive Studios in Boulder in Direct-Stream Digital. Mastering was done in DSD with the legendary David Glasser at Airshow Mastering. The seeds of Grant Farm were planted in 2009 by Grant and Andy Thorn. Grant was fresh from Nashville and Thorn from Chapel Hill, NC. The duo found themselves in Boulder, as members of The Emmitt-Nershi Band, and were eager to showcase some of their original music. When Tyler gave his notice to ENB at the end of 2010 he was driven to make a bigger statement with his music so he dusted off his Telecaster, rounded up a core band, plugged in, turned up, and watched the sprouts of the Grant Farm concept grow. In addition to its NedFest appearance, The Grant Farm performs Aug. 31 at the Buffalo Rose, 1119 Washington Ave., in Golden. Watch for other local shows to be announced as well. Visit www. grantfarm.net for the most recent tour dates and information. 1) Can’t You See 2) Same Old Game 3) Waitin’ 4) Gospel Road 5) Green Grant 6) One Way Ticket 7) Plowin’ Time
TRACKS 8) Drive On 9) Song of Wayword Son 10) Don’t Talk to Me, I’m Lonesome 11) Shiny Brown Eyes 12) Make Tomorrow Shine
Dedicated volunteers work hard to keep NedFest alive all of the money goes to the charities of the By Jeffrey V. Smith Peak to Peak Music Education Association, NEDERLAND NedFest is back for its 16th year, Aug. which supports local music programs. “We 22-24, and is once again featuring some of have some big ideas if we ever make some our region’s top talent mixed in with popu- real money,” McFarland added. Ultimately, the volunteers do what lar touring acts. While the annual three-day outdoor music, arts and microbrew festival, they do to keep Torpie’s memory alive, but for most, comes and goes in a single week- also to continue to bring a quality, familyfriendly event to town end, it’s dedicated volalong with their favorite unteer organizers spend musicians. “I’d like it to a majority of the year keep happening,” McFarworking to pull it off. land said, “it’s part of the When the event’s community now and it’s founder, “Michigan” fun, even if I do work all Mike Torpie, passed weekend.” away in 2011, friend The year’s NedFest, on and long-time NedFest Friday, brings back lovolunteer Kristen Mccal favorites Jeff Austin Farland stepped up to Band featuring Jeff Aushelp keep the event alive tin, Danny Barnes, Eric in his honor. She quickThorin and Ross Martin ly found out how much along with Billy Nershi’s work goes into putting Paul Barrere and Fred Tackett of Blue Planet featuring Bill on a festival. After two Little Feat Nershi and Keith Mosesuccessful festivals and ley of the String Cheese Incident, Eric a third about to occur, she now officially holds the title of NedFest Event Coordina- Deutsch on keys, and E-Town’s Christian tor and Talent Buyer. She also serves on Teele on drums. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. the Board of Directors of the Peak to Peak Robert Randolph and the Family Music Education Association, NedFest’s Band headline on Saturday. Kyle Hollingsworth Band, also of the String non-profit, presenting organization. “It is much harder than we thought,” Cheese Incident, and the Jaden Carlson McFarland said. “Mike worked harder Band perform as well. The day kicks off than we ever knew.” She explained that when gates open at 11:30 a.m. while it’s more of a cooperative effort now, “it’s not any easier.” The experience has left her much more respectful of Torpie’s work and dedication. Torpie grew NedFest from a small gathering in a backyard to a three-day event attracting fans to the shores of Barker Reservoir while bringing positive attention to the town. When Torpie died, his parents gave their blessing and support to form a board to continue the festival, and are “emeritus members” of the board. “I think it’s a definite memorial to Mike to keep NedFest going; it was the main activity in his life for many years,” Board Member Rob Savoye said. Despite all the hard work, the coordinator and her team do not get paid. Among other duties, talent buying, organizing infrastructure, getting permits, paying deposits, running a website, selling tickets, finding sponsors, preparing non-profit paperwork, dealing with the IRS and posting to social media are all accomplished by McFarland without compensation . Other dedicated volunteers, like Savoye, coordinate with the fire and police departments and work as the electrician and head of security during the event. Deb D’Andra and Lyn Hanna also contribute by coordinating volunteers, working with venders, collecting taxes, running the box office and merchandise booth and obtaining state licensing. Jeffrey Swift volunteers countless hours behind a grill working hospitality and feeding hungry volunteers and performers. When the event does bring in a profit,
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The event continues Sunday with Drew Emmitt Band, of Leftover Salmon, and special sets from guitarists Paul Barrere and Fred Tackett of Little Feat, The New Orleans Suspects and a special combination of the two. There will also be a special Sunday Kid’s Show coordinated by local fiddle-player Annie Savage and featuring area children. Tickets can be purchased as singleday tickets, two-day passes or three-day passes. Friday tickets are $45 online or $40 if purchased at Brightwood Music and The Deli at 8236’ in Nederland or the Boulder Theater. Saturday tickets are $55 and Sunday runs $50 if purchased in advance. A two-day pass for Friday and Saturday is $90 while a Saturday and Sunday pass costs $95. Early three-day passes are $135. All prices increase at the gate. Teens ages 13-17 can buy $30 tickets daily, while children 12 and under are free with an adult ticket. Limited camping is available. For tickets and more information please visit www.NedFest.org.
NEDFEST MUSIC & ARTS FESTIVAL August 22-24 Guercio Memorial Ballfield • Nederland, CO www.nedfest.org TICKETS $40-$135 GA advanced purchase
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Big Wide Grin – Wild Bear Eco-Arts Lounge (NED) Burns Twice – Millsite Inn (WD) Coal Creek Canyon Mountain Folk Festival w/Jerry Raisch and Friends – CCCIA Hall (CCC) Shook Twins, TAARKA – Gold Hill Inn (GH) Dan Eilers – Stone Cup/Rise & Shine Bistro (LY) Felonious Smith CD Release – Oskar Blues Grill & Brew (LY) Cowboy Sing-Along w/Brad Fitch – Bond Park (EP) August 4 Cowboy Sing-Along w/Brad Fitch – Bond Park (EP) Colorado Music Festival Chamber Orchestra – Stanley Hotel Concert Hall (EP)
Open Jam Night – Barkley Ballroom (SC) August 5 Under the Stars at RiverBend: Lyons Community Foundation Benefit w/Rebecca Folsom, David & Enion Pelta-Tiller – Lyons Riverbend (LY) Cowboy Sing-Along w/Brad Fitch – Bond Park (EP) August 6 Chain Station – Barkley Ballroom (SC) August 7 Bruce Hayes – Pioneer Inn (NED) Karaoke – Stage Stop (RV) Blue Canyon Boys – Sandstone Park (LY) Dirty Power w/Dusty Rider – Jamestown Mercantile (JT) Flood Open Mic – Old Gallery (AP) Elk Hollow & Nancy Bell – Performance Park Amphitheater (EP) Concerts in the Park w/Boogie Machine – Frisco Historic Park & Gazebo (SC)
August 8 Global Soul – Pioneer Inn (NED) The Financial Group – Stage Stop (RV) Keith Synnestvdt – Alpine Restaurant & Bar (GT) Gary Jorgensen & Claudia Cupp – Troia’s Café (GT) Willie Bean & Bluegrass Rangers – Spirit Hound Distillery (LY) Bob Margolin Blues Band – Oskar Blues Grill & Brew (LY) Lori Flynn – Tapestry of Life Coffee House (AP) Estes Park Jazz Big Band Concert – Performance Park Amphitheater (EP)
Jack & Gary – Barlow Plaza (EP) Brian Hornbuckle – Winter Park Village Gazebo (WP) Music on the Mall w/Matt Vrba – Cooper Creek Square (WP) Under a Blood Red Sky – Dillon Amphitheater (SC) August 8-9 Festival in the Park w/Carolyn Wonderland, Freefallin’, Ash Ganley, more – Dillon Town Park (SC) August 8-10 Arise Music Festival w/Beats Antique, Galactic, more – Sunrise Ranch (LV)
Boulder’s Big Hootenanny w/Gasoline Lollipops, The Railsplitters, Monocle Band, more – Gold Lake Road (WD) August 9 Atomic Pablo – Pioneer Inn (NED) NoGo Gillbillies – Very Nice Brewing (NED) Them Raggedy Bones – Stage Stop (RV) Arnie J. Green – Alpine Restaurant & Bar (GT) Jim Stahlhut – Troia’s Café (GT) Jon Chandler – United Center (IS) Contraband – Jamestown Mercantile (JT) Denny Driscoll – Stone Cup/Rise & Shine Bistro (LY) Finnders & Youngberg – Oskar Blues Grill & Brew (LY) The Elktones – Elk Meadow Lodge & RV Resort (EP) Branden Sipes – Barlow Plaza (EP) Winter Park Beer Festival w/The Samples, Whitewater Ramble – Hideaway Park (WP) Sunset at the Summit w/Homeslice – Dillon Amphitheater (SC) August 10 The Meditations – Pioneer Inn (NED) The New Frenetix – Stage Stop (RV) Ostevetto Jazz Trio – Gold Hill Inn (GH) North Boulder Underground – Millsite Inn (WD) Teddy Carr – Stone Cup/Rise & Shine Bistro (LY) Arthur Lee Land – Oskar Blues Grill & Brew (LY) Cowboy Sing-Along w/Brad Fitch – Bond Park (EP) August 11 Cowboy Sing-Along w/Brad Fitch – Bond Park (EP) August 12 NoGo Gillbillies – Salto Coffee Works (NED)
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Erik the Viking – Oskar Blues Grill & Brew (LY) Cowboy Sing-Along w/Brad Fitch – Bond Park (EP) August 13 Danny Shafer’s Songwriter’s in the Round – Oskar Blues Grill & Brew (LY)
Uptown Toodeloo String Band – Barkley Ballroom (SC) August 14 dRink/dRank/pUnk – Pioneer Inn (NED) Open Mic Night – Very Nice Brewing (NED) Take Down the Door – Sandstone Park (LY) Halden Wofford & the Hi*Beams – Oskar Blues Grill & Brew (LY) Austin Miller – Jamestown Mercantile (JT) Estes Park Village Band – Performance Park Amphitheater (EP) Spafford – Barkley Ballroom (SC) Concerts in the Park w/Brothers Comatose – Frisco Historic Park & Gazebo (SC)
August 15 Honky Tonk Heroes – Pioneer Inn (NED) Juba Juba – Stage Stop (RV) Donna Scheer – Alpine Restaurant & Bar (GT) Gary Jorgensen & Claudia Cupp – Troia’s Café (GT) Gasoline Lollipops – Gold Hill Inn (GH) Copoetics – Jamestown Mercantile (JT) Rapidgrass Band – Oskar Blues Grill & Brew (LY) Music in the Mornings: Aural Elixer – Stone Cup/Rise & Shine Bistro (LY)
Justin Faye & Marc Pack – Tapestry of Life Coffee House (AP) Branden Sipes – Barlow Plaza (EP) Ryan Chrys & The Rough Cuts – Winter Park Village Gazebo (WP) Music on the Mall w/Danny Shafer – Cooper Creek Square (WP) Hamilton Loomis – Dillon Amphitheater (SC) August 15-17 Rocky Mountain Folks Festival – Planet Bluegrass Ranch (LY) August 16 Idaho Springs Dynamite Days w/Jakarta, Travor Jones Band, Gypsy Cattle Drive, more –Citizen’s Park (IS) 44th Anniversary Party w/Outer Banks – Pioneer Inn (NED) Standard Deviations – Nederland Community Library (NED) Fid & Friends – Alpine Restaurant & Bar (GT) Jim Stahlhut – Troia’s Café (GT) Shogun Mojo, Los Funbags – Stage Stop (RV) Standard Deviations – Nederland Community Library (NED) Westminster Hillbillies – Jamestown Mercantile (JT) Jack Hadley – Millsite Inn (WD) Gasoline Lollipops – Oskar Blues Grill & Brew (LY) Music in the Mornings: Meraki – Stone Cup/Rise & Shine Bistro (LY) Brad Fitch – Elk Meadow Lodge & RV Resort (EP) Laurie Dameron – Barlow Plaza (EP) Summer Concert Series – Performance Park Amphitheater (EP) Sunset at the Summit w/Five13 – Dillon Amphitheater (SC) August 17 Weston Smith – Stage Stop (RV) Music in the Mountains: Dale Sherrod & Friends – Nederland Community Presbyterian Church (NED)
Martin Gilmore & Justin Hoffenberger – Gold Hill Inn (GH) ONDA – Millsite Inn (WD) Music in the Mornings: Foxfeather – Stone Cup/Rise & Shine Bistro (LY)
Paul Geremia – Oskar Blues Grill & Brew (LY) August 18 Music in the Mornings: Lori Flynn – Stone Cup/Rise & Shine Bistro (LY)
August 20 Celtic Session – Very Nice Brewing (NED) August 21 Karaoke – Stage Stop (RV) Danny Shafer Band – Sandstone Park (LY) Chris Sheldon & Friends – Jamestown Mercantile (JT) John Brown’s Body – Barkley Ballroom (SC) August 22 Wonderlic – Pioneer Inn (NED) David Booker – Alpine Restaurant & Bar (GT) Jim Stahlhut – Troia’s Café (GT) Blue Canyon Boys – Gold Hill Inn (GH) Billy Shaddox – Jamestown Mercantile (JT) Casey James Prestwood & Burning Angels – Oskar Blues Grill & Brew (LY)
Esther Sparks – Tapestry of Life Coffee House (AP)
Union Gray – Winter Park Village Gazebo (WP) Music on the Mall w/One Ton Pig – Cooper Creek Square (WP) Pegasus Airforce Academy Band – Dillon Amphitheater (SC) August 22-23 Estes Park Bluegrass Festival – Estes Park Events Complex at the Fairgrounds (EP)
August 22-24 NedFest w/Robert Randolph & The Family Band, New Orleans Suspects, Jeff Austin Band, Drew Emmitt Band, more – Guercio Memorial Ballfield August 23 Riff Raff – Pioneer Inn (NED) Gary & Claudia – Alpine Restaurant & Bar (GT) BitterSweet – Troia’s Café (GT) Hog Maguny – Stage Stop (RV) Library Benefit w/Peter Simon – United Center (IS) The Alcapones – Jamestown Mercantile (JT) Music For Piano Four Hands: Korevaar & Patterson – Old Gallery (AP)
Signal Z – Millsite Inn (WD) James Faulk – Stone Cup/Rise & Shine Bistro (LY) Hawkeye Herman & Friends – Oskar Blues Grill & Brew (LY) Ten Strip – Spirit Hound Distillery (LY) Heritage Festival w/Brad Fitch – Fairgrounds at Stanley Park (EP) Nashville in the Rockies with Mark Selby and Tia Sillers – Performance Park Amphitheater (EP)
Sunset at the Summit w/Chase & the Dream – Dillon Amphitheater (SC)
August 24 Weston Smith – Stage Stop (RV) THUNK – Gold Hill Inn (GH) North Boulder Underground – Millsite Inn (WD) Jay Stott – Stone Cup/Rise & Shine Bistro (LY) Johnny Long – Oskar Blues Grill & Brew (LY) Fifth “Spirituality of John Denver” Concert w/Brad Fitch – YMCA of the Rockies Estes Park Center (EP)
August 26 NoGo Gillbillies – Salto Coffee Works (NED) August 28 Dave Tamkin & Company – Pioneer Inn (NED) New Artist Spotlight – Very Nice Brewing (NED) Strangebyrds – Jamestown Mercantile (JT) August 29 Vin de Glo – Pioneer Inn (NED) Little Joe McLerran, Johnny Long, Roby Mack, more – Gold Hill Inn (GH)
Jack Yoder – Troia’s Café (GT) The Semaphores – Jamestown Mercantile (JT) NolaRado – Oskar Blues Grill & Brew (LY) Ethan Morrison – Tapestry of Life Coffee House (AP) Open Mic Night – Old Gallery (AP) Music on the Mall w/Peggy Mann – Cooper Creek Square (WP) Missed the Boat – Dillon Amphitheater (SC) August 30 Blue Ribbon Healers – Pioneer Inn (NED) George Nelson Band – Stage Stop (RV) Andrew Wynne – Alpine Restaurant & Bar (GT) Gary Jorgensen & Claudia Cupp – Troia’s Café (GT) L.A. Guns – Reserve Casino (CC) Bottom Dollar Strong Band – Jamestown Mercantile (JT) Dan Eilers – Stone Cup/Rise & Shine Bistro (LY) Tyler Grant & Friends – Oskar Blues Grill & Brew (LY) John Denver Tribute Concert w/Brad Fitch and TropiCowboy Band – Fairgrounds at Stanley Park (EP) Tom Oates Premier Performance – Performance Park Amphitheater (EP)
Sunset at the Summit w/Back in the Day – Dillon Amphitheater (SC)
August 31 Special Mystery Band TBA – Millsite Inn (WD) Weston Smith – Gold Hill Inn (GH) Teddy Carr – Stone Cup/Rise & Shine Bistro (LY) Giddyup Kitty – Oskar Blues Grill & Brew (LY) September 1 Labor Day Cookout & Concert w/Felix Los Gatos, The Zydecoasters, Katie Glassman & Snapshot – Gold Hill Inn (GH) September 3 Flood Open Mic – Old Gallery (AP)
WEEKY MUSIC Sunday Boom Town Band – Stroehle Square Gazebo (BH) Open Bluegrass Pick – Salto Coffee Works (NED) Grumpy Jam – Alpine Restaurant & Bar (GT) Live Music – Monarch Casino (BH) Branden Sipes – The View @ Historic Crags Lodge (EP) Cowboy Sing-along Program – Bond Park (EP) Brunch w/Amanda Valley – Estes Park Resort (EP) Monday Karaoke – Flipper McGills (IS) Open Jovie (Open Mic Jimtown Style) – Jamestown Mercantile (JT)
Live Music – Lady Luck Casino (BH) Cowboy Sing-along Program – Bond Park (EP) Tuesday “Night At the Goat” – KYGT Radio (IS) Bluegrass Pick – Oskar Blues (LY) Billy Shaddox – The View @ Historic Crags (EP) Cowboy Sing-along Program – Bond Park (EP) Wednesday Blues Jam – Pioneer Inn (NED) Karaoke – Charlie’s Bar (CC) Karaoke – West Winds Tavern (IS) Live Music – Lady Luck Casino (BH) Open Bluegrass Pick – Jamestown Mercantile (JT) Open Mic Night – Outlaw Saloon (LY) Jerry Barlow – The View @ Historic Crags (EP) Brown Bag Lunch Jam – Highland Music (EP) Open Mic w/Justin Faye – Lonigans (EP) Dennis-Tobias Band – The View @ Historic Crags (EP) Thursday Bluegrass Pick – First Street Pub (NED) Karaoke – 1860 Tavern (EM) Karaoke – Outlaw Saloon (LY) Dance Party w/Arthur Lee Land & gogoLab – Ferg’s Inn (LY) Open Mic: Taylor Radio + Potluck – Spirit Hound Distillery (LY) Scott Von – The View @ Historic Crags Lodge (EP) Vic Anderson – Coffee on the Rocks (EP) Ladies Nights w/Dennis Tobias Band – Waterfront Grille @ Estes Park Resort (EP)
Friday Karaoke – Charlie’s Bar (CC) Open Mic – Flipper McGills (IS) Steve Smersh – Mountain Strong Restaurant (EP) Ray Young – Nicky’s Restaurant (EP) James Davis – Twin Owls Steakhouse (EP) Karaoke (Theme Night) – Lonigans Saloon (EP) Saturday Mountain Madness Open Mic – Tapestry of Life Coffee House (AP)
Boom Town Band – Stroehle Square Gazebo (BH) Karaoke (Prize Night) – Lonigans Saloon (EP) Ray Young – Nicky’s Restaurant (EP) Dennis-Tobias Band – Cheesy Lee’s Pizza (EP)
AP = Allenspark BH = Black Hawk CC = Central City CCC= Coal Creek Canyon EM = Empire EP = Estes Park GGC = Golden Gate Canyon GH = Gold Hill GT = Georgetown IS = Idaho Springs
JT = Jamestown LV = Loveland LY = Lyons NED = Nederland RV = Rollinsville SP = Silver Plume SC = Summit County WD = Ward WP = Winter Park
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Escape summer’s heat by heading to region’s higher-altitudes and other activities are also easily done. FRONT RANGE eeling the heat? Go higher! It’s Au- The byway can be reached via Interstate gust, and although weather patterns 70 exit 240 in Idaho Springs. have been less then normal recently, ST. MARY’S GLACIER the high country should see some of the St. Mary’s Glacier is located in Alice warmest temperatures of the year this near Idaho Springs. The community is rich month. When the heat is on in the mounin history and the hike to St. Mary’s Glatains, the best solution is to find even cier is one of the top tourist destinations in higher ground to keep cool. Clear Creek County. The hike to St. Mary’s The mountain towns from Georgetown Lake, located at 10,848 feet, and St. Mary’s to Estes Park are, thankfully, at the doorGlacier is about 3/4 mile and is a moderstep to some of the ate hike over rocky best high-altitude terrain featuring destinations in breathtaking scenthe Front Range. ery and year-round While high counice field. try residents may TRAIL RIDGE ROAD not be dealing SCENIC BYWAY/ with same extreme temperatures as ALPINE VISITOR CENTER down in the flat The Trail Ridge lands, it is nice that Road is one of only an escape from the 10 “America’s Byheat is needed, the ways” and a nasolution is close at tionally designated hand. “All American While there are Road.” Trail Ridge countless ways to Guanella Pass from Mount Bierstadt Road, Rocky get yourself to alMountain National titude in the summer, a few of the more Park’s heavily traveled highway to the popular and accessible places are detailed sky, inspired awe before the first motorhere. Find a place you’ve never been or ist ever traveled it. Covering the 48 miles get inspired to look for relief some place between Estes Park on the park’s east side all your own. Once you’ve gone higher, and Grand Lake on the west, Trail Ridge hiking, biking, climbing, sight-seeing, fish- Road more than lives up to its billing. ing, driving and most other activities are all Eleven miles of this high highway travel more enjoyable in the crisp, cool, thin air. above treeline, the elevation near 11,500 feet. As it winds across the tundra’s vastGUANELLA PASS SCENIC BYWAY The Guanella Pass Scenic Byway is a ness to its high point at 12,183 feet elgreat introduction to Colorado’s Rocky evation, the route offers visitors thrilling Mountains. Climbing from Georgetown views, wildlife sightings and spectacular to above timberline, the byway takes in alpine wildflower exhibitions, all from the views of snow-capped peaks and alpine comfort of their car. The Rocky Mountain tundra before descending into cool groves National Park Alpine Visitor Center, ofof aspen and pine. This paved road climbs fering food, drink, restrooms, souvenirs the steep divide between the South Platte and hiking trails, is located near the road’s and Clear Creek watersheds. The road highest point. It is the highest facility of crests well above timberline and is flanked its kind in the National Park Service. by Mounts Bierstadt and Evans. Hikes to ARAPAHOE/ROOSEVELT NATIONAL FOREST these 14ers, among other great routes, are The Arapaho and Roosevelt National easily accessible from the byway. Forest encompasses 1.5 million acres and extends north to the Wyoming border, south BERTHOUD PASS/CONTINENTAL DIVIDE Berthoud Pass, reached via Hwy. 40 at of I-70 to Mount Evans and west across the 11,307 feet, features a trail head located Continental Divide to the Williams Fork on the Continental Divide. It offers a va- area. Trails throughout the forest provide riety of summer activities including hik- numerous access points to the high elevaing on the Continental Divide National tions. High alpine lakes abound and some of Scenic Trail or hike east to James Peak the highest mountain passes can be reached from trail heads all over the Peak the Peak through the James Peak Wilderness. and Clear Creek County regions.
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MOUNT EVANS SCENIC BYWAY
The Mount Evans Scenic Byway, the highest paved road in the U.S., climbs more than 7,000 feet in 28 miles, reaching an altitude of 14,130 feet. At the summit, spectacular 360-degree views of the Continental Divide and Front Range await. This is also the best place in Colorado to catch a glimpse of mountain goats and bighorn sheep. Hiking trails, fishing lakes
JAMES PEAK WILDERNESS
The James Peak area became part of the National Wilderness Preservation System in 2002. The 17,000-acre James Peak Wilderness is located within the Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests within Boulder, Gilpin and Clear Creek counties. Adjacent to the Continental Divide on the eastern slope, the James Peak Wilderness Area in-
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cludes several peaks over 13,000 feet and more than a dozen sparkling alpine lakes. INDIAN PEAK WILDERNESS Indian Peaks Wilderness became part of the National Wilderness Preservation System in 1978 and spans 76,711 acres. This wilderness shares borders with James Peak Wilderness to the south and Rocky Mountain National Park to the north. Elevations range from 8,300 to just over 13,500 feet and the area includes over 50 lakes and 28 hiking trails that cover about 133 miles. Indian Peaks is one of the most visited Wilderness areas in the United States. Named for various Native American tribes, the Indian peaks top out over 13,000 feet and form a snowy and scenic backdrop to the city of Denver. Much of the terrain is steep and heavily forested. ARAPAHOE GLACIER Arapaho Glacier is the largest glacier in the state of Colorado and helps provide water for the city of Boulder. The Arapaho Glacier Trail leads northward from the Rainbow Lakes Trailhead and enters the Indian Peaks Wilderness. Climbing through the woods for about two miles, the trail exits onto the open tundra with a view into the Boulder Watershed. After several switchbacks, the trail crosses to the south side of the ridge. At Longs Peak its highest point, the trail offers a spectacular overlook of the Arapaho Glacier, 13,397-foot South Arapaho Peak, and 13,502-foot North Arapaho Peak. The trail descends 1,300 feet down a series of switchbacks to the south, intersecting the Arapaho Pass Trail at Fourth of July Mine.
BRAINARD LAKE/MOUNT AUDOBON
The Brainard Lake Recreation Area is surrounded by subalpine forest set in a glacially-carved valley. The craggy peaks of the Continental Divide provide a spectacular backdrop for visitors to enjoy. With a wide variety of year-round outdoor recreation opportunities available, Brainard Lake Recreation Area is the most popular destination on the Boulder Ranger District. Hiking trails to the west of the area enter into the Indian Peaks Wilderness. From here the 13,229-foot Mount Audubon is easily reached. It’s the sixth tallest peak in the Wilderness, and the highest with a maintained trail up to the summit. LONGS PEAK
At 14,259 feet, Longs Peak towers above all other summits in Rocky Mountain National Park. The flat-topped monarch is seen from almost anywhere in the park. Different angles show the great mountain’s unique profiles. Changing weather reflects Longs Peak’s many moods. In the summertime, when conditions allow, thousands climb to the summit via the Keyhole Route. The Keyhole Route is not a hike. It is a climb that crosses enormous sheer vertical rock faces, often with falling rocks requiring scrambling, where an unroped fall would likely be fatal. Enjoy the experience, but be willing to turn around at any time. For those who are prepared, Longs Peak, one of the most popular routes in Colorado, is an extraordinary climbing experience. Do what you can to get up to altitude while you can to escape the summer heat and take advantage of areas that are only accessible a few months of the year.
ESCAPE THE HEAT AT THESE HIGH-ALTITUDE LOCATIONS GUANELLA PASS SCENIC BYWAY/MOUNT BIERSTADT Colorado Scenic Byways 4201 E Arkansas Ave, Shumate Bldg; Denver CO Info Line: 303-679-2422 ext. 2 • www.coloradodot.info BERTHOUD PASS/CONTINENTAL DIVIDE Clear Creek Ranger District 101 Highway 103; Idaho Springs, CO • 303-567-3000 http://www.fs.usda.gov/main/arp/home MOUNT EVANS SCENIC BYWAY Clear Creek Ranger District 101 Highway 103; Idaho Springs, CO • 303-567-3000 http://www.fs.usda.gov/main/arp www.coloradodot.info ST. MARY’S GLACIER/ALICE 7599 Fall River Rd, Idaho Springs, CO 303-567-4449 • www.stmarysglacier.com TRAIL RIDGE ROAD/ALPINE VISITOR CENTER Rocky Mountain National Park 1000 Highway 36; Estes Park, CO • 970-586-1206 Trail Ridge Status Line: 970-586-1222 www.nps.gov/romo • www.coloradodot.info
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INDIAN PEAKS WILDERNESS /JAMES PEAK WILDERNESS Boulder Ranger District 2140 Yarmouth Ave.; Boulder, CO 303-541-2500 • Info line: 303-541-2519 www.fs.usda.gov/main/arp www.indianpeakswilderness.org/ ARAPAHOE GLACIER/ BRAINARD LAKE/MOUNT AUDUBON Boulder Ranger District 2140 Yarmouth Ave.; Boulder, CO 303-541-2500 • www.fs.usda.gov/main/arp www.americanll.com/boulder-ranger-district LONGS PEAK Rocky Mountain National Park Longs Peak Road; Estes Park, CO 970-586-1206 • www.nps.gov/romo www.nps.gov/romo/planyourvisit/longspeak.htm
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