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Paul Gallaher has worked for National Geographic, Outside, Newsweek, every snowsport magazine known to man, and corporate clients from Crested Butte Mountain to Chrysler. While Gallaher had many fine writing and photo assignments early in his career, it was the road less traveled that ultimately led him to the best – Crested Butte. Paul’s photos can be seen at www. pcgalaherphoto.com. He can also be reached at 970-209-1519.
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was a priest who believed this action was criminal, and continued to marry young lovers in secret. When Claudius discovered his infidelity, he ordered Valentine be put to death. So Valentine was someone who, according to this historical legend, stood up for what he saw as right and just in this world. And in this case, that rightness was love. In this issue of the Weekly we are reveling in two events – both Mardi Gras and Valentine’s Day. Their simultaneous occurrence is no mistake. Another legend behind the holiday of love is that the Christian church chose to celebrate Valentine in the middle of February to absorb the more raucous Hypercalia (or Lupercalia) Festival. This, was a fertility festival. And so, swimming around in all of this rebellion and love and lust and fertility and martyrdom, I have decided to declare in this Stump what it is, exactly, that I love about this place. What, in all of our evolutions, I hope will never change. I love the roughness. I hope there are always bars that smell of yesterday’s stale beer on the floor and a gaggle of scruffy men sitting on stools recounting the day’s tales of hard labor. I hope they are always full of calloused hands, sawdust and the oil from old trucks and sleds. I want to never have every house perfectly finished, perfectly level, perfectly painted. I want it to always be a place where rusting tools and license plates and bike wheels and skis are acceptable and even enviable forms of décor. I love the costumes. I hope there is always a time when we can become somebody or something else and no one gives a damn. This past week at the Alley Loop a visiting competitor from Boulder exclaimed to me in absolute glee, “I was passed by a woman in a tutu, it was great!” “She was probably either a former, current or training Olympian,” I chuckled. “It’s the first time I’ve ever felt stared at because I didn’t have on a costume!”
The EDITOR’S Stump Valentine’s Day. For many, and for me in my more cynical moments, Valentine’s Day is just another way to hype up the commercialization of our culture. It can be full of pressure to purchase the perfect present, have the perfect evening, be perfectly in love. But when I stop gaga-ing over all the goo that oozes out of this holiday I am left with one sentiment – love. This is not a bad thing to celebrate. It is, in fact, something to (ahem) embrace. We can push aside the lace and cellophane wrappers of candy and flowers and what we are left with is an emotion that is worth paying attention to. The History Channel of the omnipotent television set (so of course it’s true) recounts that who St. Valentine actually was is shrouded in mystery. This I find appropriate, considering all the mysteries and uncertainties that are involved in learning to love someone or something. In the third century in Rome, Emperor Claudius II decided that single men made better soldiers. Valentine
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I hope we are always like this. I love that we can dance like crazed banshees around a gargantuan fire singing ancient songs and making out in the streets and no one bats an eye and in fact Vinotok is one of the area’s best loved events. I love that terms like Green Man and Flauschink are regular parts of our vocabulary and that one time while standing around an innocuous fire in the middle of the summer a wee Buttian began declaring, “Burn the Grump! Burn the Grump!” I love that. I love that we are a people who have chosen place over paycheck. I absolutely wallow in that value. I love that we are surrounded by over two million acres of open space land. I love that we become impassioned over land issues, because it means we honor care instead of complacency. I love that we polka. It is just downright silly. I hope every generation of people that lives here learns to polka. It is perhaps the most upbeat, lighthearted dance I know. We all need a polka in our life. I hope that drinking out of toilet plungers to welcome the spring is always a custom. I love that some of our best athletes can beat you over the hill as well as drink you under the table. I love clandestine affairs like the 8-Ball Rally, Sean Patrick’s St. Paddy’s Day Party, the Crested Butte Classic. I love our ranching heritage. I love that there are families here that came on the heels of the Civil War and have been here for four and five generations. I love what they bring to these communities. This is indeed fertile ground. It indeed does take a touch of rebellion and a whole lotta love to hold onto something special. Squeeze, Crested Butte, squeeze Gunnison, squeeze…
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Experts insist that the average person falls in love seven times before marriage. Historians claim that the first valentine was a poem sent in 1415 by Charles, Duke of Orleans, to his wife. He was imprisoned in the Tower of London at the time. In the United States, Miss Esther Howland is given credit for sending the first Valentine’s Day cards. Commercial valentines were introduced in the 1800s. The Chocolate Manufacturers Association of America says that 36 million boxes of chocolate are sold for Valentine’s Day. According to Hershey’s Chocolate Company, Valentine’s Day ranks fourth in sales behind Halloween, Christmas, and Easter. In the United States, 64 percent of men do not make plans in advance for a romantic Valentine’s Day with their sweethearts. In the Middle Ages, one Valentine’s Day custom was for young men and women to draw names from a bowl to see who their valentines would be. They would then wear these names on their sleeves for one week. “To wear your heart on your sleeve” now means that it is easy for other people to know how you are feeling. It’s reported that more than 10,000 marriages a year now are directly traceable to romances which begin during coffee breaks. Expressing recognition rather than love, Utah prairie dogs exchange “kisses.” By the touching of incisor teeth, they quickly confirm the identity of group members. Husbands who kiss their wives before leaving home in the morning have been documented to live five years longer than those who do not. The longest kiss listed in the Guinness Book of World Records lasted an incredible 417 hours. Cover Photo by Paul Gallaher
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Happy Mardi Gras! The feature this week will give you the scoop on the goings ons in the Little Easy from parade falderal to the gumbo cook off.
5 Events
Help support the Adaptive Sports Center by bidding at the Silent Auction this weekend. Plus, dive into history with the Crested Butte Mountain Heritage Museum’s one of a kind slide show.
6 The Arts
You still have a chance to catch The Diary of Anne Frank at the Mallardi Cabaret Theatre – this dramatic performance is sure to move you. Also on stage – catch Cups and support Living Journeys at the same time. Get ready for the award winning Vagina Monologues coming soon to the Center. And in Eye on the Arts, submit your photos for the Land Trust Calendar, get in AWE’s artist guide and taste some beer for the GAC.
11 Sports
Find out from Crested Butte Mountain Guides how the Avalung can save your life in an avalanche; sign up for a beacon refresher course; and with the Nordic Center – grab a seat at the last two moonlight dinners left.
12 Entertainment Calendar
Here is everything you need to know about where to be at the right time. Local First Community Advisory Committee Meeting? Yoga to train for the Grand Traverse? Wanna help plan the upcoming Red Lady Ball? Bar hop to all the music? Come here, go there.
15 Spirit, Mind & Body
Begin Valentine’s Day with a peaceful meditation; sign up for a Valentine’s partner yoga class; find love no matter what the circumstances in this week’s Spirit, Mind & Body column.
16 Community
It’s bus painting time again! Send Kai off with some Crested Butte love; Shabbat and schmooze with B’nai Butte; and let your children discover their inner detective at the Trailhead.
17 Grapevine
This Grapevine is jam-packed! Follow Buttians as they move to California, go to the Olympics and tie the knot. Plus, get your booty shakin’ with the Lunch Lady who packs a groove gittin’ punch…
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Music: The Set List 18 Environment
Limber up with this week’s Energy Wise Business highlight; see what the Coal Creek Watershed Coalition has been up to; nominate the 33rd Red Lady and take a peek at the winner of the Inaugural Norman Award given by the Land Trust.
20 Dining Whether you’re looking for a quick bite before heading out on the trail, or are searching the world over for the most romantic dinner for Valentine’s Day, the Dining Guide will lead you to that perfect spot. And, for this week’s Delicious Dish, travel to django’s where the plates are small, the options many and the atmosphere contemporarily divine.
22 Local Writer’s Page
The Local Writer’s Page is an open forum for all writers in the Gunnison Valley. We welcome submissions of poetry, fiction, essay, memoir, theatre, creative nonfiction and any other form of the written arts. This week Sandy Cortner spells out the values of muscling your brain through crossword puzzles…
23 Yoga Moon Rhythms
Monica Mesa of Yoga for the Peaceful sheds some light on the nuances of the new Aquarian moon. Get ready to be creative – but as she advises, just let it flow, and let yoga help you.
23 Local Resources
This section of the paper will be your constant back page resource for the Mountain Express and RTA bus schedules so you can get to the hill, Gunnison, Denver, or your condo in Mt. Crested Butte; there’s information on where to park your car so it doesn’t get towed; the hockey schedules for the Big Mine Rink and all the phone numbers for all the snowy resources in town.
20 Faces & Places Record breaking numbers at the Alley Loop led to an incredible array of costume delights. See who was what at the Faces & Places that attempts to capture just a smidge of that Nordic magic that happened this weekend.
Writers: Dawne Belloise, Bonnie Chlipala, Sandra Cortner, Corinne Cram, Crested Butte Mountain Guides, Josephine Kellet, Grant McFarren, Luke Mehall, Monica Mesa, Molly Murfee, Polly Oberosler, Laura Puckett, Sales: Laura Silva / Diane Markowitz, sales@cbweekly.com Kristen VanHoesen, Kate Vogel, Maya Silver, Marcie Telander. Copy Editor: Bonnie Chlipala, info@cbweekly.com Photographers: Dawne Belloise, Dusty Demerson, Paul Gallaher, Ralph Kristopher, Molly Murfee. Contact: 970-349-1710; info@cbweekly.com; P.O. Box 1609, Crested Butte, CO 81224. Our offices are located Graphics: Jessy Moreland, ads@cbweekly.com at 427 Bellview Ave. in Crested Butte. We publish in the high seasons: November-April and May-September. Production: Molly Murfee / Bonnie Chlipala / Scott Tyree Editor: Molly Murfee, editor@cbweekly.com
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The Little Easy: Doin’ Mardi Gras Crested Butte Style Story by Molly Murfee & Photos by Paul Gallaher
New Orleans Mardi Gras conjures vivid technicolor images of maniacal jesters grinning from the top of elaborate floats and masked men throwing useless trinkets of beads, doubloons, and cups to the screaming (and sometimes shirtless) masses. It is debauchery personified. Mardi Gras in Crested Butte has adopted some of these rowdy traditions and added some of its own flavor including floats featuring ski jumps on flatbeds and dancing groups drumming and gyrating down Elk. Bars on Mardi Gras night have reported it was their best of the year. On Tuesday, February 16th, Crested Butte will celebrate this version of a famous party that all too often, defines chaos. “The same things that make New Orleans go ‘round make Crested Butte go ‘round,” grins Andrew Hadley, creator of the Crested Butte Mardi Gras festivities with the Crested Butte Mountain Theatre, “it’s like the Big Easy - I like to think of it as the Little Easy.” The idea to create a parade in Crested Butte
came over ten years ago when Andrew’s Mardi Gras party at his house decided to transport themselves to another party across town. Andrew and his “krewe” marched down Elk Avenue blowing kazoos, banging pots, and blaring two trumpets. “It seemed like such a good idea to have a parade in Crested Butte,” says Hadley. And so the first unofficial Mardi Gras parade began. Hadley feels the celebration should be allowed to evolve on its own to highlight mountain music, mountain rhythms, and mountain culture. “I want Crested Butte to create the character of the event and for Mountain Theatre to simply host the party. The Mountain Theatre doesn’t want to dictate - it is so positive and so creative when you allow people to wing it,” he declares. Hadley can envision more marching bands, unique Crested Butte throws, people dancing, singing and dressing up in costume (no problem there for this town), and a thousand or more Mardi Gras is called (refer back to the fact that Mardi Gras is really only that final Tuesday). It is “Carnival Season” since it lasts over a month- a challenge even Buttians may have a hard time keeping up with.
Mardi Gras Definitions Mardi Gras: Literally translated from French it means “Fat Tuesday.” It is the final day of the carnival season, the day before Ash Wednesday (hence the Tuesday part). Most New Orleanians have been at it since January 6th, so you can imagine their state at this point. It may also be called “Carnival Day” or “Mardi Gras Day.” Carnival: This is actually what the entire season of PAGE 4 / CRESTEDBUTTEWEEKLY / February 11. 2010
Krewe: When you go to a Mardi Gras parade in New Orleans, it is hosted by a “krewe.” These are secret social societies. They are the people in masks that throw beads, doubloons, and cups to parade revelers. They are the ones attracted to female anatomy (you know, the whole shirt lifting thing). In Crested Butte, the translation is that each float might represent a “krewe.”
Doubloons and Beads: In the 1870’s krewes started throwing trinkets such as necklaces and doubloons. Doubloons are coins with the krewe’s emblem imprinted on them. They are worthless and contain no monetary value whatsoever. Nonetheless, you will see anyone from kids to grandmas scrambling over each other, sometimes pulling hair and stepping
people getting together and throwing a huge party over a long weekend. With so many visitors heralding from places accustomed to Mardi Gras such as Louisiana, Texas and the South traveling to Crested Butte over the Mardi Gras weekend, Hadley figures it’s an easy sell to tourists and locals alike. While no one can trace the exact roots of the tradition of Mardi Gras, most accounts point to the Roman festival known as “Hypercalia,” a pagan orgy held in the spring to celebrate the turning of the season. Early evolving Christianity adopted Hypercalia to become the final hurrah before the 40 days of Lent-en abstinence prior to Easter. The Roman roots are fitting, since the Mardi Gras season is a period of pure abandonment. While Mardi Gras in Crested Butte is a weekend, the Big Easy sports the celebration for a month or more, beginning January 6th and ending the day before Ash Wednesday, 47 days before Easter. As Hadley explains, “anything in New Orleans is a greasy gumbo. You throw a bunch of stuff in a pot, add some spice, and see what people come up with.” So buck up Buttians and friends, put on your green, gold and purple, and don your best mask and costume, because Mardi Gras is coming to town. Molly Murfee is a full-time freelance and copy writer, in addition to being the Editor of the Crested Butte Weekly. Her over 500 articles are featured in the likes of Powder Magazine, Telemark Skier, Backcountry Magazine, the Mountain Gazette, Cross Country Skier Magazine, Solar Today and Patagonia-Japan as well as local publications. Her passion lies in penning creative non-fiction and poetry, which focuses on wild places with their inherent metaphor and the extraordinary commonality of the human experience. Molly can be reached at editor@cbweekly.com.
on toes, just to grab these things made of plastic, to wear as if they were an Olympic gold medal and they actually did something amazing to achieve its ownership. After carnival is over, these items will stand to collect dust for the rest of the year. As a tip, it is much cooler to catch your beads rather than buy them. In New Orleans the battle cry is “throw me something mister.” Try it. Crawfish: Crawfish are not immature lobsters, although that is what they look like. They are also called “mudbugs” because they do grow in the mud in the swampy parts of the Mississippi Delta (and other parts of the South, by the way). You may see them spelled “crayfish” but if you want to sound like a N’awlins native you will never in your life call them crayfish. They are crawfish and that’s that. Purple, Green and Gold: These are the official colors of Mardi Gras, selected by the King of Carnival in 1872. Purple means justice, green faith, and gold power. If you have any of these colors in your closet, pull them out and wear them. If they glitter, all the better. If you have an accompanying mask, then bring it on.
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Premiere of Unbeaten and Go Adaptive Silent Auction This President’s Day Weekend the Adaptive Sports Center (ASC) is holding two great events at The Lodge at Mountaineer Square in Mt. Crested Butte. The ASC’s annual Go Adaptive Silent Auction, featuring 200 fabulous items to bid on, runs from 9 a.m. Saturday, February 13 through 5 p.m. Sunday, February 14, with the Crested Butte premiere of the documentary film “Unbeaten,” debuting on Saturday, February 13 at 6 p.m. The film will screen in the Mountaineer Square Grand Ballroom, with the Silent Auction taking place in the hallways just outside. Proceeds from both events will help fund the ASC’s outdoor adventure programs for people with disabilities. A $5 suggested donation includes both entry to the film and a bidder number for the Go Adaptive Silent Auction. “Unbeaten” Premiere The Adaptive Sports Center is proud to welcome award-winning producer Gregory Strom and Oz Sanchez—Paralympic gold medalist and fastest man in the world on a handcycle—to Crested Butte for the premiere of “Unbeaten.” The film is an inspirational story that chronicles the exploits of 31 paraplegics for six days,
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as they make their way in wheelchairs and handcycles in what is known as the toughest road race in the world, “Sadler’s Alaska Challenge.” This special showing will include introductory remarks by Strom and a closing poster signing by Sanchez, who will have his gold medal in-hand. Beverages will be available for purchase at Trackers Bar & Lounge. For more information, call 970-349-5075 ext. 107, or visit www.adaptivesports.org to view the film’s trailer. Go Adaptive Silent Auction Bid on over 200 items at our annual 2-day silent auction. Featured items include outdoor gear and clothing, gift certificates for local restaurants, massages and other services, getaway trips, art, wine, and more. Go Adaptive raffle tickets will also be available for purchase throughout the Silent Auction. Tickets are $10 each, 3 for $25 or a book of 12 for $100. This year’s raffle prizes are as follows: 1st prize: 6 nights for up to 6 people at a luxurious 3 bed/3 bath villa in the surf town of Nosara, Costa Rica. (Blackout dates: Dec. 18, 2010 - Jan 3, 2011; Expires Feb 1, 2011. Does not include airfare.) 2nd prize: Two 2010/2011 Crested Butte Mountain Resort Gold Passes (cannot be used for CBMR Family Value Package). 3rd prize: $1,000 cash. The raffle drawing will be held Sunday, February 14, 2010 at 5 p.m. at The Lodge at Mountaineer Square; you need not be present to win. For more information about the auction, contact Heidi White, Events Coordinator at 970-349-5075 ext. 104.
Depot at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, February 16, and will set out at 5:30 p.m. following a route up Elk Avenue and terminating near the Old Town Hall. The Grand Prize for Best Float is $500. Immediately following the parade there will be a “Gumbo Cook-off” competition upstairs in the Old Town Hall in the Mallardi Cabaret Theatre. Entrants must bring two gallons of their gumbo to the Theatre – bring crock-pots to keep it hot! Participants will pay $5 at the door for a bowl and a spoon and they will taste and vote for the best gumbo. The winner will be announced at 7:30 p.m. and will win a $100 cash prize. Please call 970-349-0366 to register as a gumbo entrant. During the gumbo tasting, there will be Mardi Gras music and The Crested Butte Mountain Theatre (CBMT) dancing in the Mallardi Cabaret. will once again present their annual Mardi Gras celebration. Parade and festivities will take place on CBMT thanks Jamie Walton of TRAILSOURCE. Tuesday, February 16, 2010 beginning at 5:30 p.m. COM Inc. and Monica Carter for underwriting the costs of the Mardi Gras festivities. More underwriters are There is no charge for registering a float, but floats must be registered to be assigned a position needed. Please call 970-349-0366 to underwrite or in the parade. The parade will assemble near The register for the parade or gumbo competition.
CB Museum Slide Show Back by popular demand!! The Crested Butte Mt. Heritage Museum is showing its black and white slide show on Thursday February 18 at 7 p.m. at the Museum. This show includes pictures from the 1880s through the 1930s. The Museum showed this slide show to a capacity crowd before. Many people wanted it shown again since they were unable to come so now is your chance to enjoy this great look into Crested Butte’s past. Admission is free but a $5 donation is suggested. Some of these slides are from the “Illumination Slide Show” as well as slides on file in the Museum. The entire family is invited to step into the past and see what town looked like so long ago. For information or questions call the Museum at 970-349-1880.
Calling all Has Beens! Come join the Faluschink Krewe on Mardi Gras. The parade starts at the Depot at 5 p.m. Dress warm. Fun! Fun!
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‘The Diary of Anne Frank’ at the Mallardi On Thursday, February 11, Crested Butte Mountain Theatre continues its important production of The Diary of Anne Frank. The diary was a gift to Anne from her father, Otto, for her 13th birthday, just weeks before the Frank family went into hiding with another Jewish family in 1942. For more than two years, eight people shared the small annex above and behind Mr. Frank’s factory, and Anne faithfully kept her diary, commenting not only on the cramped life they shared in the attic, but also on the political situation unfolding in the world around them.
Throughout all her writing, Anne maintains a hopeful, and positive attitude. “I simply can’t build up my hopes on a foundation consisting of confusion, misery and death,” she says, “In spite of everything, I still believe people are really good at heart.” Remaining performances 11, 12, and 13. All evening shows are at 7:30 p.m. Doors and lobby bar open at 7 p.m. The Pay What You Can performance is Thursday, February 11 at 7:30 p.m. Students: $10, Adults: $15 CBMT Members: $12.50. For reservations please call 970-349- 0366.
What the critics are saying about Cups “Cups is one of the most original and innovative plays I’ve ever seen. An “uplifting” experience. Can’t wait to see it on Broadway!” – Donna Vessey Events “Victoria’s secret is out! Come discover what captivating memories are secreted away in the cups of a training bra, strapless, bra, a bra burned in the 60’s or even a bustier. Joni Sherams’ Cups is an uproarious one-woman play about the lives of women told through the contours and curves of bras. Sheram shares the details of women’s lives in a series of delightful and moving tales that mirror changes in society while interweaving a very personal journey. You’ll laugh and cry and leave smiling.” – Sedona Rocks “Cups was the hit of The Women’s Theater Festival here at the MAT. Audiences loved this show and returned for more!” – Birgitta DePree, Director of the Manitou Art Theatre “Uplifting, hilarious, poignant! Like T.S. Eliot, who measured his life by coffee spoons, playwright and performer Joni Sheram
has found a perfect metaphor for her tales of womanhood: brassieres. It’s remarkable what such a survey brings up: the consideration of size and its relationship to sexual behavior, the security systems of bras relative to male make-out strategies, bra burning in the ‘60s, the effect of lingerie on male desire, children, the Vietnam war, marriage, mastectomies, reconstructive and plastic surgery, and the aging process, just to skim a few references. Sheram’s script captures many of the remarkable, kaleidoscopic events witnessed by the past three or four generations, as well revealing a reflective and inquisitive spirit that artfully applies a liberal dose of humor to it all. The scene changes highlight a snappy choice of musical selections that reflect the pop music of the times, from “At the Hop” to “The Times They Are A-Changin’ “ to the present.” – Denver Post “Cups will touch the hearts of audiences everywhere. It’s funny, heartfelt and has universal appeal regardless of age or gender.” – Nicky Marone, Author of What’s Stopping You?
Cups: An Uplifting Experience
There will be two performances of playwright/ actress Joni Sheram’s play, Cups – An Uplifting Experience presented by Crested Butte Mountain Theatre and Living Journeys as a collaborative fundraising event. The mission of Living Journeys is to provide emotional and financial support, education and awareness to Gunnison County residents living with cancer and their loved ones. Performances are at the Mallardi Cabaret
Theatre on Valentine’s Day, Sunday February 14, 2010. Each performance will be preceded by a reception with delicious canapés and beverages. The first will be a 4 p.m. reception preceding a 4:30 p.m. performance. The second will be a 7:30 p.m. reception preceding an 8 p.m. performance. $20 includes the reception and the performance at either time. For reservations please call: 970-349-0366.
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Eye on the Arts features highlights on local artists, writers, gallery openings, calls for auditions, theatre announcements and art classes. The perfect Valentine’s Day card It’s not too late to find the perfect Valentine’s Day card! Artists of the West Elks is having their annual Valentine’s fundraiser. Over the last few weeks, local artists have gotten together to create love filled Valentine’s cards and gifts for the ones you love. Proceeds from this fundraiser will benefit the many programs of the Artists of the West Elks (www.awearts.org). Cards can be purchased at Rendezvous Gallery, located on Elk Ave between 1st and 2nd streets, or call 970-349-6804. Calling All Photographers The Crested Butte Land Trust is now accepting submissions for the 2011 Calendar. The deadline for submissions is February 26, 2010. Photographers may submit up to 20 photographs, are to be focused on all four seasons and should be of CBLT properties as well as the Crested Butte area. Photos should be submitted in 300-350 dpi with the image size as large as possible, on a disk. Photographers can choose to donate or receive compensation for photos used for the calendar. Drop off disks at 308 3rd Street or mail them to P.O. Box 2224, Crested Butte, CO 81224. For more information contact Liz at 970-349-1206 or events@cblandtrust.org. Get in the Artist Guide Calling all Artists and Art Dealers! Artists of the West Elks is preparing their 2010-2011 Artists Guide. This year we will be opening up the guide to all Artists and Art dealers residing in the West Elks region, as well as all current AWE members. Whether you create art or sell local art, this guide is a great way to get your name, or your business, out to the public. Guides will be located in many prominent locations including: galleries, shops, and chambers of commerce. Reserve your space in the guide today! For more information on being a part of the guide, or becoming a member of AWE, please contact Elise at whereseslise@aol.com, or visit our website at www.awearts.org. Deadline for saving a space is March 15th, 2010.
The Gunnison Council for the Arts invites Mothers and Daughters, Groups of Girlfriends and Couples… To attend a Valentine’s Weekend event featuring cocktails and hors d’oeurvres with live music, a benefit performance of her play “Cups,” by Joni Sheram, and a Meet the Playwright Social with coffee and dessert. This great event takes place in the GAC Theatre on February 13, beginning at 5 p.m. Ticket prices are as follows: Non-members $35, Members $30, and All Men $29. Tickets include hors d’oeuvres, performance, coffee and dessert! Only 80 seats available! Tickets may be purchased online or at the Gunnison Arts Center. www.gunnisonartscenter.org. For more information on the performance check out, www.cupsplay.com. A Special Thanks to our Sponsors: Gunnison Valley Health Foundation, Tough Enough to Wear Pink, Maxine and Red’s Catering, Mochas, The Cashman Family, Gunnison Council for the Arts. Sonofagunn time again… “The Hills Are Alive with ... Something” on March 4, 5, 6 and March 11, 12, 13. The show this year will very loosely follow the story of “The Sound of Music” – although it begins with a not-minor change in the Broadway show’s premise: instead of a single father with seven children, the show will feature a single mother with seven children (“at last count”), and where the original show ended with the family’s successful effort to leave their valley, the Sonofagunn will begin with an unsuccessful effort to leave this valley. “To say any more,” says Anthony Poponi of the writing crew, “would give away too much.” Contact the Gunnison Arts Center for more information on times and ticket prices. Beer Tasting at the Brick Cellar The Gunnison Council for the Arts and the Brick Cellar will be hosting a beer tasting on Tuesday, February 16. Contact the GAC, 970-641-4029 or www.gunnnisonartscenter.org for more information.
Suzy Bogguss
Special Guest: Steve Snyder Friday, February 12th 8:00 p.m. • $30
‘The Vagina Monologues’ at the Center for the Arts
Dan Coakley & Carter Falco
The Center for the Arts is proud to present Eve Ensler‘s award-winning play, “The Vagina Monologues”, Friday and Saturday, February 19 and 20 at 8 p.m. This production is a benefit performance for Jubilee House in Gunnison and Western State College’s Sexual Abuse Prevention Advocates (SAPA) to assist them in their work to end violence against women and girls in the Gunnison and Hinsdale Counties. A small portion of the proceeds also go to VDAY’s global spotlight campaign, working on atrocities against woman and girls in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Under the direction of Patricia Seeberg, seventeen local ladies take to the stage to retell the touching, funny and fierce anecdotes in “The Vagina Monologues.” They are based on over 200 interviews with women and cover an array of subjects about this anatomical wonder, exploring the mystery and life of the vagina and possibly reinventing your perception of what you thought the vagina was…or wasn’t. You will certainly laugh and possibly cry. You might end up going home telling stories of your own. The conversations won’t have to end when you leave the show. Doors open at 7 p.m. with hors d’ouvres and appetizers both evenings, thanks to the efforts of Jen Marchitelli, Tracy Freeman and Roxana Alvarez. Tickets are $20 and on sale now at the Center’s Box Office, open Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. or by calling 970-349-7487 x3. You can also purchase online at www.crestedbuttearts.org. This performance is generously sponsored by Milky Way, Benson Sotheby’s International Realty, CB Printing, Handworks, Alley Hats, Four Eighteen, Mountain Earth, The Mountain Store, Oh Be Dogful and Anna Pogoloff and allows for a near 100% donation of proceeds to the beneficiaries. So buy your tickets today and show your support for vaginas of the Gunnison Valley!
The Vagina Monologues
A Smokin’ Duo
Saturday, February 13th 8:00 p.m. • $10
V DAY Crested Butte 2010 Friday, February 19th & 20th 8:00 p.m. • $20
In the Piper Gallery
Adam Freed
“Intuitive Realism” • February 9th-March 3rd Reception during Art Walk Feb 25th 5:00-8:00 p.m.
For more information, please contact the Center at 349-7487 or www.crestedbuttearts.org February 11. 2010 / CRESTEDBUTTEWEEKLY / PAGE 7
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– MUSIC –
Suzy Bogguss at the Center “Her voice sparkles like crystal water.” – Chet Atkins
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Tipple House Tour with Southern Flair February 25, 2010 5:00-7:00 p.m. $50 Après-ski at the famous Tipple house in Prospect on Thursday, February 25th from 5:00-7:00 p.m. as part of the Winter Tour De Forks fundraising events for the Center for the Arts. Hidden away high on the forested slopes of Prospect, the Tipple House presents an extraordinary statement of what dreams, grit and local ingenuity can build here in Crested Butte. With much of it built from reclaimed materials, every part of this newly handcrafted house has its own tale to tell. Tour De Forks guests will enjoy the southern hospitality of Matt and Charlotte Burke, owners of Sugah’s Café in Gunnison. Some of the most popular items on their menu including the Salmon Panini, sliced beef tenderloin, baked brie wrapped in a puff pastry and chocolate truffles will be offered in addition to a cooking demonstration. The beautiful sounds of Becky Weidman-Winter and Peter Greydanus will also fill the Tipple house for the enjoyment of guests.
For further information about signing up for this event, please check out the Center’s website at www.crestedbuttearts.org or contact Jamie at the Center at 349-7487 Ext. 6.
Suzy Bogguss jumpstarted her country music career criss-crossing the country in a camper truck. Coercing club and coffeehouse owners to let her play for the night, provided she did the advertising with posters she created herself, Suzy spent her days tantalizing passers-by in the street with her sweet, sultry voice. Her big break came while performing at Dollywood, where a tape of a show got into the hands of a label executive. Three weeks later, Suzy was signed. Twelve albums, three gold records, one platinum and six hit singles later, Suzy Bogguss is still luring fans in. She’s won The Academy of Country Music’s Best New Female Vocalist and the Country Music Association’s Best Album. The Grammys tipped the crown with Best Traditional Folk Album for her contributions to Beautiful Dreamer. Known best for her hits “Drive South,” and “Someday Soon,” Suzy takes her audiences by the hand and walks down the dusty roads everyone knows – of the obsession of love and the knife cuts of loss; of risk and pain and passion. Her voice, strong and supple, buoys the lyrics with heartfelt depth. Suzy personifies what is
best about country music – connecting through the common emotional experience of being human. On Friday February 12th at 8 p.m. this award winning country and blues songwriting star will bring her grace, stunning voice and easy going nature to the stage of the Center for the Arts. Tickets are $30. Purchase them by calling the box office at 970-3497487, x3, online at www.crestedbuttearts.org, or by stopping by the Center for the Arts between 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday. A huge round of applause to our Winter Season sponsors including gold sponsor Crested Butte Lodging and Property Management, Eagle Resort Development, Starr & Associates, Bank of America, the Princess Wine Bar and Western Design and Red Lady Realty.
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THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 11 Beau et la Bête Lila is part tumbleweed, part starfish. She saw the cracks that let the light in and started singing through them. They widened. Chris is the snowman who came to life, heard Ray Brown, and started emanating the low sounds that are the spine of everything. When you hear them, you will shake softly in a deep place. The Princess Wine Bar 8:30 p.m.; 218 Elk Avenue, 970-349-0210 Karaoke Every Thursday night, karaoke features a 10,000+ song playlist, 6 flat screen monitors, and Hi-Fi sound system. Free SAKE while you’re singing! The Lobar 10 p.m.; Downstairs at 3rd and Elk in Crested Butte; 970349-0480, www.thelobar.com Gypsy Jazz Social Club Traditional Gypsy melodies and swing tunes from the 1930s to present day jazz standards. This four-piece version of the GJSC consists of Les Choy “El Chino” and Roger Sherman on guitars and vocal, Drew Murzda on mandolin, and Jeff Reynolds playing the upright bass. django’s restaurant & wine bar 4 p.m.; Mountaineer Square, Mt. Crested Butte, 970-349-7574, www.djangos.us
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Evelyn Roper and Friends Evelyn may growl out Johnny Cash then lilt Emmy Lou or throw in a surf, blues or rock song just for spite and spontaneity. She writes of oldfashioned love and in your face truths, but also points to the positivity of looking to the sky AND keeping a foot on the ground. Her lyrics have been described as “a painting, a poem and a song” all in one. Evelyn has a fierce local following and can be heard in venues up and down the Western Slope. The Flying Burritos Bar 9 p.m. – Free; 107 S. Main St. in Gunnison, 970-641-5777, www.flyingburritosbar.com FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 12 Suzy Bogguss “You can’t deal me the aces and think I wouldn’t play.” It’s a line from one of Suzy Bogguss’ signature songs, but it’s also the philosophy with which the Illinois-born singer manages her career, and the stepping-off point for a collection of her strongest songwriting and most evocative vocals to date. Suzy Bogguss has always, and will always take the road less traveled...and that has made all the difference. Coming to Crested Butte seems a natural fit. Center for the Arts 8 p.m. - $30; 606 6th THE SETLIST continues on the following page
– MUSIC – Street in Crested Butte, 970-349-7487, ext. 3, www. crestedbuttearts.org The Last Bus The Last Bus is an original jam band from Western Colorado, taking their name from the famous skiseason-ending Last Bus rides with Tuck at the wheel, circa 1990. The Last Bus draws influence from the likes of The Allman Bros., Return To Forever, The Meters, Phish, Rush, Iron Maiden, The Grateful Dead, CSNY, King Crimson, and MMW. With a unique two-drummer line-up, the band thrives on playing in the moment, while reaching for new unexpected heights. The result is an original, succulent jam-filled blend of funky, bad-ass music. The Eldo 10 p.m. – No Cover; 215 Elk Avenue in Crested Butte; 970-349-6125, www.eldobrewpub.com DJ Triple L DJ Triple L a.k.a. Lunch Lady Laura has been a DJ in the Gunnison Valley for over 10 years. Owner and operator of High Mountain DJ’s she has been providing endless musical entertainment for the booty shakin’ masses. Host of KBUT’s Late Afternoon Snack Show every Thursday from 2-4 p.m. she encompasses the late night club scene of New York to the Ravin’ beaches of Ibiza. Ranging in musical styles from vocal house to modern hiphop, techno, trance, funk, disco, 80’s, and anything else to get your booty shakin’, DJ Triple L knows how to get you up and dancin’ till the sun comes up. High Mountain DJ’s will host its 80’s theme party to celebrate their 10 year Anniversary, featuring 80’s music, a break dance contest, costume contest, and more! The Lobar; Downstairs at 3rd and Elk in Crested Butte; 970-349-0480, www.thelobar.com Tyler Hansen Tyler Hansen’s skillful guitar playing and soaring voice make him a unique talent that has been a fixture of the Crested Butte music scene for the past seven years. Whether he is experimenting with multilayered looping, reinterpreting a well-known cover or performing one of his originals, his style wins over new fans at every show. His playing is a mix of Bob Dylan meeting Michael Jackson in a back alley fight with Eric Clapton trying to break it up. The Princess Wine Bar 8:30 p.m.; 218 Elk Avenue, 970- 349-0210 Steve Snyder Steve Snyder has been playing for 21 years in Crested Butte. Heralding from musical roots in West Virginia, Steve delights with a vast array from folk, country and classic rock. You’ll hear your favorites of Johnny Cash, The Band and Waylon Jennings. Talk of the Town “When he’s damn good and ready” (or around 6:30 p.m.) 230 Elk Avenue in Crested Butte, 970-349-6809 Kevin Walters Walter’s Dylan-esque voice and relentless willingness to venture into tough topics result in a few songs sad enough to make you tear in your beer. They’re countered, however, with just the sort of feelgood tunes you’d expect from a bar-bangin’, bluecollar boy. Don’t miss this local legend’s inspiring Blues, Country, Americana show. The Flying Burritos Bar 9:00 p.m. – Free; 107 S. Main St. in Gunnison, 970-641-5777, www.flyingburritosbar.com SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 13 Dan Coakley and Carter Falco In 2004, Dan Coakley and Carter Falco met serendipitously at Western State College. As a fast forming friendship emerged, late nights were spent scheming their futures over numerous bottles of bourbon. After graduating, they moved up to Crested Butte, picked up their guitars and began playing in any establishments that would take them. Having first performed at the Center in 2009, the duo is returning for an encore. Americana rock, classic country and inventive melodies can all be classifications to Dan and Carter’s music, producing songs that you want to hear over and over again. Their sound is energizing, inventive, and just plain good. Center for the Arts 8 p.m. - $10; 606 6th Street in Crested Butte, 970-3497487, ext. 3, www.crestedbuttearts.org
Bill Dowell One of Crested Butte’s local favorites. Bill plays classic acoustic rock and roll with a little country and some original tunes thrown in for good measure. He is often joined by his wife Patti Gast on vocals and Steve Farley on guitar. The Princess is a great after dinner venue for a place to relax and enjoy a drink or dessert after a night on the town. The Princess Wine Bar 8:30 p.m.; 218 Elk Avenue, 970- 349-0210 Buntron Smith w/ The Daryls Buntron Smith is a local four-piece band bringing you fresh reggae, ska, and stoner rock. All meeting in Crested Butte, Chase, Dennis, Steve, and Matt embrace the local mountain lifestyle as inspiration for their music. While skiing and snowboarding may have brought them here individually, Buntron Smith as a whole plans on their music taking them even further. The Eldo 10:30 p.m. – No Cover; 215 Elk Avenue in Crested Butte; 970- 349-6125, www. eldobrewpub.com The Heard w/ Slim Pickin’s The Heard is made up of four musicians who met in Santa Cruz California and made their way to the small ski town of Crested Butte, Colorado to recruit world-renowned drummer, Ian Scott. The band has been growing in popularity among the natives due to their rocking abs and bulging biceps. The music kicks ass too. With an eclectic mix of instruments, and a unique style of blending hip-hop, reggae, and hard rock, The Heard is known for playing to packed houses and delivering a performance unlike any other. The ever raucous Slim Pickins will open. The Lobar 10 p.m.; Downstairs at 3rd and Elk in Crested Butte, 970-349-0480, www.thelobar.com
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2.11 THURSDAY KARAOKE Free sake while you’re singing!! 2.12 FRIDAY DJ:LLL - 80’s NIGHT 10th anniversary party for High Mountain DJs 2.13 SATURDAY LIVE : THE HEARD with special guest SLIM PICKIN’S doors open 9pm 2.14 SUNDAY VALENTINES W/ DJ:JEVNE Valentines dinner @ 5pm, DJ & dancing 9pm - close 2.16 TUESDAY FAT TUESDAY - DJ:GRAS Mardis Gras Party 9pm 2.17 WEDNESDAY DJ:CODIAC 10pm DUBSTEP / UK bass music / 10pm / NO COVER
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– MUSIC – SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 14 DJ Jevne Known for playing live bass guitar along with his dj sets, Jevne has really set him self apart. Jevne has been mixing and playing bass for over 16 years, funking out a six string bass over original house music & edits while live in the mix. In the past 3 years, Jevne has consistently traveled the world over, his talents bringing him to parts of South America, Europe, Switzerland, Canada and all over the United States. The Lobar 10:00 p.m.; Downstairs at 3rd and Elk in Crested Butte; 970-349-0480, www. thelobar.com Singer-Songwriter Night Bring your instrument and a song. Rumor’s Coffee and Tea House 7 p.m.; 414 Elk Avenue, 970-349-0504 MONDAY, FEBRUARY 15 Dobro Dave Come experience Dobro Dave’s acoustic blues and jam sound. Playing mostly on the square neck dobro and acoustic guitar, Dave’s mostly original set includes stylized covers from artists like Neil Young and Ben Harper. Utilizing a free form approach, his ability to noodle in between songs and expand the music allows each show to become a distinct emotional ride. The Princess Wine Bar 8:30 p.m.; 218 Elk Avenue, 970- 349-0210 TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 16 Tracorum Playing a special free post-Mardi Gras parade set, Tracorum is an original Rock n Soul band from San Francisco, California. Great songwriting and soul quenching live shows are at the heart of this eclectic talent. It’s not just rock, soul, rhythm & blues music. As Tracorum vividly puts it: “Cosmic Gospel Thunder Funk with some Creole Caribbean seasoning.” Tracorum embraces the story telling craft and always delivers a spirited electric show. The Eldo, After the Mardi Gras Parade - No Cover; 215 Elk Avenue in Crested Butte; 970-349-6125, www.eldobrewpub.com Guttermouth w/ Die Ignorant & Chaser God loves little children, combat medics… and Guttermouth: the perennial punk rock miscreants who have collectively survived a myriad of the most heinous ailments that biology can inflict upon one group. Ten albums on, Guttermouth is still alive and still dying slowly, but always intent on shocking audiences with their explicit, offensive, humorous and sarcastic take on west-coast punk rock. The Eldo 10 p.m. - $15; 215 Elk Avenue in Crested Butte; 970-349-6125, www.eldobrewpub.com DJ Gras The Lobar 10 p.m.; Downstairs at 3rd and Elk in Crested Butte; 970-349-0480, www.thelobar.com
U-47 Hailing from Gunnison, U-47 is a band born from a love of music, a mix of people from different backgrounds that have come together to form their version of what an original rock band should be. On guitar and vocals is Nick, leading by example as a bruised veteran of the Chicago music scene. On drums U-47 features Keith, who helps define the raw feel the band is known for with his hardpounding, no-frills drum style. Joe Rees contributes bass guitar and vocals. Joe lays the bass down with the precision and flair of a vintage Betamax VCR, completing the band’s unique sound. Kochevar’s 10 p.m. – No Cover; 127 Elk Avenue in Crested Butte; 970-349-6745 Lee McClain The Princess Wine Bar 8:30 p.m.; 218 Elk Avenue, 970- 349-0210 Bosse, Todd, & Weidman-Winter Trio Convocation: Jim Bosse, guitar; Kenneth Todd, violin; Becky Weidman-Winter, flute. Quigley Recital Hall 12:30 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. – FREE; Western State College, 600 N. Adams, Gunnison; http://www. western.edu/academics/music WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 17 DJ Codiac This Wednesday, DJ Codiac is hosting the Redublican Party at Lobar. DJ Codiac will be bringing the heat, representing Boston’s DrinkMusik camp. Come prepared with your bass face to party and dance to the best of current dubstep and UK Bass Music. The Lobar 10 p.m – No Cover.; Downstairs at 3rd and Elk in Crested Butte; 970-349-0480, www. thelobar.com Chris Coady’s 18 Mile Radius New Happy Hour show every Wednesday at 6pm with singer-songwriter Chris Coady and fiddle player Mark Fonken. Chris has been performing his original blend of “Blues, Country, Folk Rock, Americana, Singer/Songwriter” at local and regional venues since the mid 1990’s. Coady’s musical style has been shaped by various genres and influences including John Hiatt, Robert Earle Keen, Johnny Cash, Townes Van Zandt, Neil Young, The Eagles, Jackson Browne, John Prine and Bob Dylan. The Flying Burritos Bar 6 p.m. 107 S. Main St. in Gunnison, 970- 641-5777, www.flyingburritosbar.com The Set List is sponsored by KBUT, a community radio station serving Gunnison County, Colorado since 1986. Over 80 volunteer DJ’s program a diverse mix of music including jazz, blues, rock and bluegrass. KBUT broadcasts 24 hours a day, seven days a week and can be heard at 90.3 FM in Crested Butte, 89.9 FM in Gunnison and 94.9 FM in Almont. Visit them at www.kbut.org or call 970-349-5225 for more information.
Coakley and Falco Return to the Center When word got around that musicians Dan Coakley and Carter Falco had a little talent, they recorded their first albums in the coziness of Kochevar’s gaming hall. Hand labeled albums were passed out on the streets, sold at the Talk of the Town and quietly slipped under the office door of KBUT. It was at KBUT that Kim Goodrich got her hands on Dan’s first album and religiously gave him airtime on the local radio station. It took some time but contact was made, plane tickets were purchased and Dan and Carter were booked for their first show at the Center for the Arts in 2009. The Center welcomes Dan Coakley and Carter Falco back for their return on Saturday, February 13th at 8 p.m. Americana rock, classic country and inventive melodies can all be classifications to Dan and Carter’s music. Together or separate, they produce songs that you want to hear over and over again. Their sound is energizing, inventive, and just plain good. Dan and Carter will be joined onstage by Pete Giannini, Paul Gallaher, Leah Banford, Brian Keeling, Mike Blumberg and Todd Monroe. Don’t miss this show! Tickets are only $10 and well worth it- you’re sure to leave the Center with a smile. Tickets can be purchased by calling the Center’s box office at 970349-7487 ext 3, by going online to www.crestedbuttearts.org or by stopping by the Center, Monday-Friday from 9 -5 p.m. PAGE 10 / CRESTEDBUTTEWEEKLY / February 11. 2010
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– SPORTS –
The Guide’s Corner: The Avalung
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in your mouth. Your warm CO2 rich exhalations exit the tube via a one way valve and out behind your back, thus reducing the ice mask formation, as well as keeping CO2 from pooling in your air pocket. This allows you to survive while buried under the snow for quite a bit longer. While it is difficult to say exactly how much more time an Avalung will allow you to survive if buried in an avalanche, testing shows good odds of surviving for an hour or so. In real life situations people have been able to survive for 20 minutes to over an hour, proving the value of this inexpensive piece of life saving equipment. The Guide’s Corner is sponsored by CBMG, offering hut trips, multi-day tours, ice climbing ventures, avalanche courses, ski mountaineering adventures, half and full day cross-country ski tours, snowshoe tours and backcountry ski and snowboard trips. All backcountry gear can be provided. For more information contact CBMG at 970-349-5430 or visit www.crestedbutteguides.com
Winter Hours: Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat 1pm til 6pm.
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Trails Report Be avalanche aware. Always ski with a friend.
Trail Name
Length (in Kilometers)
Open?
Big Mine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.5. . . . . . . . . . Yes Electric Loop. . . . . . . . . . . . 2.5 . . . . . . . . . Yes Upper/Lower Red Lady . . . . 4 . . . . . . . . . . . Yes Bench. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.5 . . . . . . . . . Yes Peanut Lake Trail. . . . . . . . . 2.5 . . . . . . . . . Yes Riverbend Connector . . . . . .2.5. . . . . . . . . Yes
Beacon Clinics
Beaver Trail . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.5 . . . . . . . . . Yes
Crested Butte Mountain Guides will be hosting a Beacon Clinic on Sunday, February 14 from 12- 4 p.m. in the Town Park by the Center for the Arts. Do your friends a favor and refresh your beacon search skills with AIARE (American Institute for Avalanche Research and Education) and AMGA (American Mountain Guides Association) trained and certified guides. Subjects covered include marking for multiple burials, the newest in 3 antennae beacons, deep burial search skills and much more. For $10, it’s the most important 3 hours in the park you can spend before heading into the backcountry. Call 349-5430 for more details or to sign up.
CRESTEDNews BUTTE NORDIC Nordic
Trails Report
By Laura Puckett, CBNC Assistant Manager
The Crested Butte Nordic Center is a full-service cross-country ski center providing professional lessons and complete rental packages for skate and classical skiing, as well as ice skating, snowshoeing, and sledding. The Nordic Center maintains approximately 50 kilometers of groomed trails via four trailheads, around the scenic outskirts of Crested Butte.
Be avalanche aware. Always ski with a friend. Volunteer Party This Friday another elegant four-course dinner catered by Whether you’ve rolled posters or shoveled snow, Maxwell’s. Wine and New Belgium beers will be stacked wood at the yurt or cleared trails, poured available for purchase. This month we are featuring beers or handed out bibs, we are indebted to you, two Colorado wineries, 5680 and Black Bridge (inWinery, Kilometers) our volunteers. To say thanks with style we’re both from Paonia. Winemakers from one or throwing you a party at the Nordic Center this both vineyards will be there to pour their wines and Friday, February 12 at 6:30. However you’ve helped answer questions. Doors open at 6:00, dinner is throughout the season, now it’s your turn to help served at 6:30. Dinner is $40 if you have a trail pass yourself to food, drinks, and raffle prizes! already or $60 if you need a trail pass and rentals. Alley Loop a Grand Success! Call to reserve your place at the table for February, Last Saturday’s Alley Loop set a new record with or book now for the last dinner, March 28. 518 participants! Thanks to everyone who raced, March Events: Head’s Up volunteered, cheered, plowed, groomed, and shared February’s a short month, which means it’s not too their streets with us! This is truly a community event early to start thinking about what’s ahead in March. and we couldn’t have done it without you. We sure Our ever-popular Learn To Skate for Free Clinic will had a good time, and we hope you did, too. Start be the first Thursday, March 4 and is already half full! planning your costumes for next year! Next up, March 6, is the premiere Grand Traverse Two Moonlight Dinners Left training event of the winter, a rip-roaring race to be The moon is waxing and will rise in full glory remembered, the Super Tour. For more information February 28. Bask in its light by skiing or contact 970-349-1707 or visit www.cbnordic.org snowshoeing out to the Magic Meadows yurt for
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By Steve Banks, IFMGA/AMGA Guide Avalanche hazard in the backcountry is a constant guessing game. We can take avalanche safety courses, read the Crested Butte Avalanche Center’s report, study the snowpack, follow trends and weather observations, but it all comes down to an educated guess as to when and where avalanches will occur. If you play the game long enough, there is a chance that you will make the wrong decision at some point. This is the reason we wear avalanche beacons and carry probes and shovels to rescue a partner in the event of an avalanche burial. Recent research has also provided us with a few other tools to help us survive avalanches. Enter the Black Diamond Avalung. The idea behind the Avalung is that the longer we can survive under the snow, the better chance we have for survival. Statistically you have a 92% chance of surviving if your partners can uncover you within 15 minutes. After that, your chances drop off dramatically. When buried under the snow, you can actually breathe oxygen from within the snowpack. The problem is that your warm exhalations melt the snow in front of your face and form an ice mask, which limits the air you can inhale, and allows carbon dioxide to build up in your air pocket. The Avalung is designed to deal with this by taking fresh air in from a protected cartridge on your chest, or built into one of the Black Diamond Avalung backpacks, and allowing you to breath through a tube
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Transportation Box The free Mountain Express town bus runs between the towns of Crested Butte and Mt. Crested Butte every fifteen minutes from 7:15 a.m. until 10 p.m., with buses running every 30 minutes until midnight- check for varying schedules at each bus stop.
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The Mt. Crested Butte condo loop bus runs from 8 a.m. until midnight. Stop times are dependent on destination. Specific schedules are
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The RTA Gunnison / Crested Butte bus schedule can be found at www.gunnisonvalleyrta.org.
Ongoing Jeph Hargrove at the Paragon Crested Butte Community School Junior Jeph Hargrove is currently the guest artist at the Paragon Gallery. His exhibit of photography and paintings will be up through the end of February. The Trailhead Children’s Discovery Museum is open daily 9:30-4:30 downstairs in the Treasury Center. Thursday, February 11 8 a.m. Drop in Meditation at Union Congregational Church. Come for the full half hour or for as long as you like. Instructions are provided. For more information call 970-349-6464. 8:30 a.m. Women’s Book Discussion group at UCC. Call 970-349-6405. 12 Noon All Saints in the Mountains Episcopal Church Community Healing Service every Thursday at Queen of All Saints Catholic Church, 4th & Sopris. 970-349-9371 or the website at allsaintsinthemountains.org. 11 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Crested Butte (Big Mine) Ice Rink. Public Skate. For Ice Rink events today call the Rink Hotline at 970-349-0974. 4 p.m. Gypsy Jazz Social Club at django’s restaurant & wine bar, Mountaineer Square, Mt. Crested Butte. 970-349-7574. www.djangos.us 5 p.m. Red Lady Ball Planning Meeting at the Eldo. RSVP Dana Bradley at perennialent@aol.com or 970-349-5956. 7:30 p.m. CBMT presents The Diary of Anne Frank at the Mallardi Cabaret. Pay What You Can Performance. 970-349-0366 for reservations. 8:30 p.m. Belly Dancing Class with Becca at Rumors Coffee and Tea House. (Donation). 970-349-7545. 8:30 p.m. Beau et la Bête at The Princess Wine Bar. 970-349-0210. 9 p.m. Evelyn Roper and Friends The Flying Burritos Bar Free; 107 S. Main St. in Gunnison, 970-641-5777. 10 p.m. Karaoke at The Lobar. 970-349-0480.
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Friday, February 12 7 – 8 a.m. Yoga and the Grand Traverse Class thru March 19. Yoga for the Peaceful. 114 Elk Ave. $12 per class. Call Casey at 970-349-0302. 8:45 a.m. Active Isolate Stretching for Shoulders class with Bill Smith at the Gym Riverland ($10). Call Bill 970-349-5664. 10 a.m. Trailhead Discovery Museum. Create a huge heart mobile and pop-up Valentine’s cards. All ages welcome. Downstairs at the Treasury Center at the base of the ski area. 970349-7160 for more info. 10:30 a.m. Story Time @ Your Library, ages 3 and up, at the CB Old Rock Library, 507 Maroon, 970-349-6535. 11 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Crested Butte (Big Mine) Ice Rink. Public Skate. For Ice Rink events today call the Rink Hotline at 970-349-0974. 3:30 – 5 p.m. First Quarterly Think Local First Community Advisory Committee Meeting at Maxwells, Snacks will be provided. Help this campaign be the very best it can be! Please RSVP to Chamber of Commerce 970-349-6438. 5:30 p.m. – Communion Service at Queen of All Saints Catholic Church at 4th and Sopris Avenue. 6 p.m. Oneg Shabbaat, a potluck dinner at the home of Beth and Ben Wegbreit, 4 Silver Lane, Gold Link, Mt. CB. Call Debbie for more info 970-349-7742. 7:30 p.m. CBMT presents The Diary of Anne Frank at the Mallardi Cabaret. 970349-0366 for reservations. 8 p.m. Suzy Bogguss at the CB Center for the Arts. $30. , 970-349-7487, ext. 3, www.crestedbuttearts.org 8:30 p.m. Tyler Hansen at the Princess Wine Bar. 970-349-0210. 9 p.m. Kevin Walters at The Flying Burritos Bar Free; 107 S. Main St. in Gunnison, 970-641-5777. 10 p.m. High Mountain DJ’s 10-year anniversary 80’s theme party at the Lobar. DJ Triple L will be spinning all your favorite 80’s music, prizes for best costumes, and breakdance contest. 970349-0480. 10 p.m. The Last Bus at The Eldo. No cover. 970349-6125.
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McElroy for more info 970-349-1195. 9 a.m. Go Adaptive Silent Auction, Moun bid on. 970-349-5075. 10 a.m. Valentine Dessert Making: at the Downstairs at the Treasury Center at the b more info. 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Crested Butte (Big Mine Announced. For Ice Rink events today call 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Visit Cantor Robbi at Ca a ski break schmooze. 970-349-7742. 1:30 – 2 p.m. Minyan on the Mountain. Jo Boy lift for a short service in song. 970-349 3 – 6 p.m. Bruce Hayes performs live at 5 p.m. Valentine’s Weekend Event at Gun live music. 970-641-4029, ext 10. 5 p.m. Kai Allen Send Off at the Brick Ov 5 p.m. Dobro Dave plays live at Rumors 5:30 p.m. Israeli Wine Tasting. Not Your G the home of Bruce and Debbie Alpern, 8 6 p.m. CB Premier of the documentary “ Ballroom, Mt. CB. Proceeds to benefit Ada 6 – 8 p.m. Partner Yoga Class with Monic 114 Elk Ave. ($27) No experience necessa 7:30 p.m. CBMT presents The Diary of A 349-0366 for reservations. 8 p.m. Dan Coakley & Carter Falco at the 7487, ext. 3. 8:30 p.m. Bill Dowell the Princess Wine 10 p.m. The Herd w/ Slim Pickin’s spinni 10:30 p.m. Buntron Smith w/ The Daryls
Sunday, Febr 7:30 a.m. Oh8 a.m. Oh-Be 8:30 a.m. Ca Catholic Chur 8:45 a.m. Me meditation to 114 Elk Ave., 9 a.m. Union Sunday School. 970-349-6405. 9 a.m. Oh-Be-Joyful Church Service. 9 – 11:15 a.m. Sunday School with Canto more info Tammi, 970-349-7353. 10 a.m. Trailhead Discovery Museum. Va Detective Week. Explore the tricks of the d Downstairs at the Treasury Center at the b more info. 10 a.m. KBUT Pledge Drive (Henrietta Ra Intuitive Consultant, on air. Donate to KBU questions answered. Call 970-349-7444 t 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Crested Butte (Big Mine Announced. For Ice Rink events today call 1 p.m. Beacon Clinic in the Town Park ne 970-349-5430 for more details or to sign up 2 – 4 p.m. Tarot and Intuitive Readings a at 970-596-8291 to schedule an appointme 3 – 6 p.m. Bruce Hayes performs live at 5 p.m. All Saints in the Mountains Episc Queen of All Saints Catholic Church, 402 S website at allsaintsinthemountains.org. 6 p.m. Community Grief Support Group Gunnison. Carol 970-641-4254.
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aines’ Program) hosts Lisa Thomason, UT and get your most pressing to pledge. e) Ice Rink. Public Skate or Games To Be the Rink Hotline at 970-349-0974. ext to Center for the Arts. $10 charge. p. available at Blue Moon Books. Call Lisa ent or stop by the bookstore. Butte 66 Grill, Mt. CB. copal Church Eucharist Services at Sopris. Contact 970-349-9371 or the at the Hospice Office, 509 W. Virginia in
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Tuesday, February 16 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Free Snowshoe Tours. Meet at the Alpineer. 970-349-5210. 10:30 Story Time @ Your Library (Baby & Toddler Age 0-3). CB Old Rock Library, 507 Maroon, 349-6535. 11 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Crested Butte (Big Mine) Ice Rink. Public Skate. For Ice Rink events today call the Rink Hotline at 970-349-0974. 12:30 p.m. Guitar, violin, flute Concert. WSC, Quigley
Recital Hall. Free. 5:30 p.m. – Catholic Mass at Queen Of All Saints Catholic Church in Crested Butte, 4th and Sopris. 7:30 p.m. Guitar, violin, flute Concert. WSC, Quigley Recital Hall. Free. 8:30 p.m. Lee McClain performs at the Princess Wine Bar. 970-349-0210. After Mardi Gras Parade – Tracorum at the Eldo. 970-349-6125. 10 p.m. Guttermouth w/Die Ignorant & Chaser at the Eldo. $15. 970-349-6125. 10 p.m. DJ Gras at the Lobar. 970-349-0480. Wednesday, February 17 8 – 9 a.m. Active Isolate Stretching for Shoulders class with Bill Smith at the Union Congregational Church, 403 Sopris. (Donation). Call Bill 970-3495664. 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Crested Butte (Big Mine) Ice Rink. Public Skate. For Ice Rink events today call the Rink Hotline at 970-349-0974. 5 p.m. till midnight – Ladies Night (drink specials) at the Dogwood Cocktail Cabin, on 3rd Street between Elk and Maroon on the alley. Call 970-349-6338 or online at the dogwoodcocktailcabin.com. 5:30 p.m. – Communion Service at Queen of All Saints Catholic Church, 4th & Sopris Avenue. 6 p.m. Chris Coady’s 18 Mile Radius at The Flying Burritos Bar, 107 S. Main St. in Gunnison, 970-641-5777, 7 p.m. to Closing. Open Mic at the Forest Queen. 970-349-5299. 10 p.m. DJ Codiac at the Lobar. 970-349-0480.
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7 p.m. Singer-songwriter night at Rumors Coffee & Tea House. 970-349-7545 10 p.m. DJ Jevne at the Lobar. 970-349-0480. Monday, February 15 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Crested Butte (Big Mine) Ice Rink. Public Skate. For Ice Rink events today call the Rink Hotline at 970-349-0974. 5 – 6:30 p.m. Class on living with and caring for someone with progressive dementia given by Hospice and Palliative Care of the Gunnison Valley. St. Peters Parish Hall, 400 W. Georgia, Gunnison. 970641-4254. 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. Timberline Wine Tastings, every Monday. $10 for wine knowledge and 4 glasses of wine. Timberline Restaurant 970-349-9831. 5:30 p.m. Communion Service at Queen Of All Saints Catholic Church, 4th & Sopris. 6:30 p.m. A Self Empowerment and Law of Attraction Workshop and Potluck at the CB Chamber, 601 Elk Ave. 970-349-6464 for more info. 7:30 – 10 p.m. Pick-Up Ultimate Frisbee in Jerry’s Gym at Town Hall. 970-3497197 8:30 p.m. Dobro Dave performs at The Princess Wine Bar. 970-349-0210.
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Keep in mind... February 23, 8 p.m. – Crooked Still at the Center Crooked Still’s genre-bending sound is the combination of five distinctive talents who are not content to limit themselves to any one project or style of music. While Crooked Still is the main band for these talented players, all are involved in other projects. Each individual contribution is enriched by the multidimensionality of their creative wellspring. Together, they have uncovered new facets of brilliance on their most recent release, “Still Crooked.” The genesis of the group continues to evolve. Much like moonshine distilled in the apparatus that inspired their name, Crooked Still is still fermenting. Tickets are $18 in advance or $20 at the door. Tickets can be purchased by calling the Center’s box office at 970-349-7487 ext 3, by going online to www.crestedbuttearts.org or by stopping by the Center, Monday-Friday from 9 -5 p.m.
CRESTED BUTTE $500 Grand Prize for Best Float To register a float, call 970.349.0366
Thursday, February 25 Tour De Forks Brings the Tipple House Tour! Après-ski at the famous Tipple house in Prospect on Thursday, February 25 from 5 - 7 p.m. as part of the Winter Tour De Forks fundraising events for the Center for the Arts. The cost is an affordable $50 per person with a portion being tax deductible as a donation to support the Center for the Arts general operations. For further information the Center’s website is www.crestedbuttearts.org or contact the Tour De Forks hotline at 349-7487 Ext. 5 Saturday, February 27 KBUT Female Arm Wrestling The 2nd Annual KBUT Female Arm Wrestling Tournament will take place Saturday, February 27 at the Talk of the Town in downtown Crested Butte. There will be 64 coveted spaces available in this open class female arm wrestling tournament. Stay tuned to KBUT for details on upcoming registration. Call Josh at KBUT at 970-3495225 for more information.
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Kirsten Atkins: Adaptable Love by Dawne Belloise • Photos by Dusty Demerson
“I
wanted to take the winter off to ski,” Kirsten Atkins recalls of her college days adventure that led her to Crested Butte in 1987, “We actually drove to Telluride to find a place to live.” But that town just didn’t hold the fascination for the D.U. clan of seven and they happened to stop in Crested Butte on the way back to Denver. “Seven of us decided to rent a three bedroom house here. I think I was paying $60 a month,” she laughs, “It was fun. It was like a little commune.“ So started the love affair with the place Kirsten has called home since then. She immediately signed up with Adaptive Sports. “There was an ad in the paper looking for volunteers and I thought it looked like a cool thing to do,” she explains. Back then they were called the Crested Butte Physically Challenged Ski Program with founding mothers Mary Pavillard-Cain and Robin Norton. “I was teaching skiing,” says Kirsten, “It was my first year so I was learning a lot. We were really small and I think we did thirty-three ski lessons the entire winter.” Since then the Adaptive Sports Center has grown into a year round recreational service that provides lifeenhancing activities for people with disabilities and their families. And this Saturday and Sunday, February 13 and 14, Adaptive holds their annual fundraiser Silent Auction and raffle in the ballroom of Mountaineer Square Lodge on Mt. CB. “There are a lot of great deals for locals because we have different services,” Kirsten says of the auction, “everything from getting an oil change for your car, a ton of outdoor gear and clothing at good deals, and massages and body work.” She excitedly reminds us, “Get Valentine’s Day gifts!” She thinks the 5 p.m. closing of the auction on Sunday is the most thrilling because, “People are hovering over their bids.” The raffle sets out some irresistible gifties with a first prize of six nights for up to six people at a luxurious 3 bed/3 bath villa in the surf town of Nosara, PAGE 14 / CRESTEDBUTTEWEEKLY / February 11. 2010
Costa Rica.... oh yeah. Second prize weighs in with two 2010/2011 Crested Butte Mountain Resort Gold Passes and third prize is $1000... and who couldn’t use that? In addition to all the fun, Kirsten encourages everyone to catch the premiere of the film Unbeaten, on Saturday night, 6 p.m., at Mountaineer Square Ballroom. “It’s a movie about The Saddler’s Challenge, a hand cycle race from Fairbanks to Anchorage, Alaska and was in the Sundance Film Fest,” she explains. The choice to combine skiing and working with people with disabilities was a natural match for Kirsten. “I grew up around people with disabilities,” she recounts, “My older brother Keith has Aspergers, a high functioning type of autism. He comes to CB to ski with our program and he spent some time doing summer stuff.” He’s also a photographer and joined in the Fall Photo Focus, one of Adaptive’s many events. Kirsten’s mother also worked in the field of cognitive disabilities so there was always the influence of her life experience to join Adaptive. Besides, she says, “I’ve been skiing since I was four in Vermont. My parents were huge skiers and that was a factor in my life.” Kirsten is now an instructor trainer, “I taught skiing for a number of years, moving into a training role teaching instructors and volunteers. I facilitate the training, curriculum, schedules, making sure it all happens, as well as making sure our instructors are well trained and safe.” When she first started in Adaptive’s early days, the tools weren’t as advanced as they are today. “The equipment back then was very different. The sit ski was like a toboggan with hand picks they dragged into the ground to make it turn,” she remembers, “The technical equipment has come leaps and bounds. The mono ski and sit ski we have now have high tech shocks and is made of light metals, like those used in making mountain bikes.” Kirsten has a love for both traveling and environmental issues and both have taken her to points around the globe.
“I worked with the Ancient Forest Rescue, a Colorado based group with a branch in CB. Our mission was to protect ancient forests through education, legal teams, and we were most famous for non violent direct action,” she says of her former work. She was also involved with an environmental group called the Native Forest Network that took her through a two month kayak expedition across British Columbia. “We were basically documenting destruction of native forests. Most of the places we were going to were under threat for large logging operations - clear cutting,” she describes the destruction, and the beauty as afterwards they traveled around in her VW bus showing educational programs. “That was probably one of the most incredible experiences of my life,” she relates. She’s now on the Equilibrium Fund board of directors – the award winning group whose founder is local Buttian Erika Vohman. Its successful mission is to educate Central American women to grow and produce highly nutritional maya nut products to feed their families. “It’s people and forest right there in a nutshell,” she wittily points out. The program is being extended into Haiti. With all this going on, Kirsten feels that she’s been fortunate enough to travel with work, “I worked in Europe and Argentina as an exchange ski instructor and trainer for their instructors,” she says of Adaptive’s exchange teaching programs, “I love Argentina. Our program has been going there since the mid 90s. I’ve been to Argentina a dozen or more times.” She also worked for the Uphill Ski Club of Great Britain, now called Disability UK, and in Austria and Scotland. Kirsten laughs about a particularly difficult experience, “We gave a training session in Britain on a dry slope in the dark, in the rain on the British military grounds overlooking the sewage plant. It was the height of my career, “ she jokes but then adds, “It was a great experience!” “I’m very fortunate to have had all these experiences and that’s part of the reason I feel like I want to give back to the community,” she says with obvious admiration for her place, her friends and her colleagues, “I feel we need to give back as much as we can to others. All of us are very fortunate here and we have a responsibility to give back to our community and the world around us.” For information about Adaptive Sports, their programs and their incredibly entertaining fundraisers online: adaptivesports.org. Dawne Belloise is a freelance writer, photographer, traveler and musician living with a large cat in a tiny cottage on an alley at the end of the road in Crested Butte’s paradise. Her writing and photography is published in various mags and rags. Contact dbelloise@gmail.com, website rubysroad.com. Dusty Demerson has been photographing Crested Butte since 1987. His award-winning landscapes can frequently be found at the Banff Mountain Photography Competition but can always be seen at the Rijks Family Gallery or online at www.color-west.com.
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Spirit, Mind & Body Active Isolate Stretching for Shoulders Bill Smith, Certified Neuromuscular Therapist, will focus this class on achieving and maintaining full range of motion in the shoulder. Reciprocal inhibition and innervation are principles that provide a basis for how AIS works. This means that if you want to lift your arm, your nervous system has to shut off the muscles that bring your arm down while turning on the ones that lift it up. AIS works with your nervous system to re-educate the muscles to function properly in order to maintain full range of motion. Thus AIS is effective in treating shoulder issues including rotator cuff tendonitis. For more information about this class, held Friday, February 12, 8:45 a.m. at the Gym in Riverland ($10) and Wednesday, February 17, from 8 to 9 a.m. at the Union Congregational Church, 403 Maroon Avenue. (Donation) Call Bill at 970-349-5664 more on this class and how Active Isolate Stretching is so effective. Partner Yoga Class with Monica and Andrew Saturday, February 13, 6 to 8 p.m. at the Yoga for the Peaceful Studio, 114 Elk Avenue, come celebrate Valentines weekend with a class that combines easy yoga postures you can do together with a little massage and a little romance. No yoga experience necessary. Please call 970-349-0302 to pre-register since space is limited. The cost is $27. Centering Prayer Workshop From 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Queen of All Saints Parish Hall, 401 Sopris Avenue on Saturday, February 13 is the Centering Prayer Workshop. This is an introduction to Centering Prayer which is a silent prayer practice to deepen your relationship with God. A six week in depth class starts February 24. For questions call Janice McElroy at 970-349-1195 or email djmcelroy@ msn.com.
Meditation with Paul Kirincic Sunday February 14 & 21, 8 to 8:45 a.m., Paul will lead us through a guided, thirty minute meditation. Start your day with a beautiful, peaceful, and intentional awakening. Come to experience the meditation alone, or come as a prelude for Juliet’s Meditative Flow yoga class both held at the Yoga for the Peaceful Studio, 114 Elk Avenue. The class is open to all levels. Donations accepted. Call 970-349-0302 for more details. Looking for Love in All the Wrong Places; A Self Empowerment and the Law of Attraction Workshop We search for our soul mate, the perfect partner, a cooperative coworker in the hopes that we will then live happily ever after. However, disappointment in one form or the other most often shows up because we are looking for love out there instead of being the love that we are. What we want is to love. Explore the possibility of loving unconditionally, watch a clip from an international Law of Attraction Workshop, and learn processes to be love no matter the circumstances. Bring a dish to share for the potluck starting 6:30 p.m. at the Crested Butte Chamber of Commerce, 601 Elk Avenue on Monday, February 15. Call 970-349-6464 for more information. Classes and workshops in Active Isolated Stretching, Partner Yoga, Centering Prayer, Meditation and Self Empowerment all happen this week in the Spirit, Mind & Body 2010 Winter Series.
Plaza #333
One of the nicest residences in the building. Recently renovated 3Bd/3Bath with granite countertops, new appliances and decorative furniture package. Great views of Crested Butte Mountain and down valley. Amenities include hot tub, sauna, elevator, covered parking, tennis courts, front desk and restaurant. Walk to the slopes! $499,000
Skyland ~ Lot S20
Large initial filing homesite with incredible views! 3.64 acres bordering National Forest and situated in the trees overlooking the golf course. The price reflects all engineering and Dan Murphy plans for a gorgeous approved custom home, topography and soils report completed. A true one-of-a-kind sanctuary - Motivated Seller! $1,150,000
McCormick Ranch ~ Lot 7
Best views in the valley! Unobstructed 360˚ views of Paradise Divide, Red Lady, & Whetstone Mountain from this 35+ acre homesite located steps away from downtown Crested Butte. Enjoy exclusive fishing rights on Slate River that runs directly through the property. Building site overlooks large pond and Mt. Crested Butte. Tony’s Trail, groomed Nordic track, and Upper Loop access. Premier location in Crested Butte.
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Prospect E-33
Located in the exclusive ski community of Prospect. Nestled in mature evergreens, this homesite is positioned high above the East River Valley. Enjoy spectacular views of the Elk Mountain Range and the convenience of easy access to the ski trails. Skier’s Dream!
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Artists needed to paint buses Mountain Express is looking for local artists to paint the two (2) new buses we received in December. The selected artists must be able to paint the buses during the spring off-season. Mountain Express will supply all materials and a stipend of $1,000 per bus will be paid upon completion of the project. The board of directors will choose a concept from those submitted at their meeting on March 15, 2010. In order to assist the board in their decision, applicants are encouraged to submit samples (or photos of samples) of their artwork along with a sketch and/or narrative of their ideas to Chris Larsen at 803 Butte Ave. on or before March 11, 2010. Call 349-5616 for details. Create with Kelly at The Trailhead Discovery Museum! Swinging and Springing Hearts! Friday, February 12, beginning at 10 a.m. Join us in creating a HUGE Alexander Calder inspired heart mobile. Learn paper folding tricks to create pop-up Valentine’s cards for someone you love and for our friends in the community. All ages welcome. Located downstairs in the Treasury Center at the base of the ski area in Mt. CB. Call 970-349-7160 for more info. Valentine Dessert Making at The Trailhead Discovery Museum. Saturday, February 13 at 10 a.m. Junior Detective Week at The Trailhead Discovery Museum. Special Detective Events Saturday, Feb. 13 at 1 p.m. and Sunday, Feb. 14 at 10 a.m. Be a sleuth and help us solve a mysterious happening! Explore the tricks of the detective trade. Fun science for children of all ages. Located downstairs in the Treasury Center at the base of the ski area in Mt. CB. Call 970349-7160 for more info. CB Send-off for Kai Allen Please join the Crested Butte community in a farewell to Kai Allen, who is leaving his job as USFS Snow Ranger and Wilderness Areas Manager in the Gunnison National Forest. Kai has worked and played with us for the last 8
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grapevine You say it’s your birthday…Watch Hayley Lumb, Abby Leinsdorf, and Dylan McKnight all do the birthday jig on February 11. February 12 brings cause to celebrate for Red Lady Bill Smith, Ronin Mesa-Salley, Gus Hensley, Jennifer Bunch, Matti Rob, and our own funkmistress Lunch Lady Laura Silva and her best birthday present ever, son Jordan. On February 13 wish Cathy Steinberger, Mo Gillie, Vinnie Rossignol the steadfast Mtn. X driver, Alex Biddle, and that prankster Mary Tuck a very merry birthday. Charlie Stellberger, Erik Ervin, Lee Lynch and one third of the infamous Flying Sisters Cindy Petito all turn another year on Valentine’s Day February 14. The following day of February 15 is shared by Deb Cheesman, BJ Rozman, and Eric Tunkey. February 16 is cake day for Sully Marshall, Elliott Stern, Sammy Cloud, and renewable resource queen Gesa Michel. Wish a HB to Dylan Curtiss on February 17 and on February 18 to Donna Arwood. Happy birthday to this week’s clan! The First moves... Pat Dawson, the very first Red Lady, has moved to California to be closer to family, sons... Craig Dawson writes: ”She has moved to Novato, CA only a few minutes from both us and Tapley. She is staying with us until we finish remodeling her new condo. It is a single story unit with lots of walking, around the corner is a nice park, and she is only ten minutes walk from our house. She is starting to get involved with the art community here. She is VERY happy to be out of the cold weather.” Yeah, but we’re already missing her. Homeboy... Barb Peters brought to my attention that local boy grown up Casey Puckett is at the 2010 Winter Olympics this week. She writes: “Follow a local CB brat from back in the day, first year Skier Cross! The Pucketts went on to join the Olympic team from the small Tbar here. We all started racing together – the old school kids that I remember, Wendy Harper (Preston), Elissa Ruddy, Lisa Schnieder, Jenny Kesner... gosh. I do remember Cotton was a coach. But yes Casey went on to do great things! Small town hero if you ask me!” We agree... check out Casey online appointmentinvancouver.com. Kick butt, Casey! Meanwhile... Heather Ardis just learned how to tele – bend that knee, girl! Erika Vohman of the Equilibrium Fund is in El Salvador surfing and working. Travis Underwood former owner of the Alpineer and Lisa Crampton are engaged – ok so we got the news a little late, it happened in December. Alpineer was recently purchased by Christy’s Sports which means PJ Hildebrandt will be running the place now. Yea! Better late... The Roxie Lypps Family traveled to Long Beach, CA for a family reunion and wedding in December (ok, I’m late again...). Roxie, Aaron, Ava, and Audrey traveled from Crested Butte while Andrew, Amy, Abaigeal, Ariel traveled from Boston. Roxie reports having a great time at the wedding and they also took a harbor cruise to see seals and sea lions. The wedding took place on the ship Queen Mary and Roxie wrote, “The Ghosts and Legends tour of the Queen Mary scared us all. We caught up with lots of relatives and old pals and a wonderful time was had by all.”
By Dawne Belloise
Ten Years After... Triple L, aka Lunch Lady Laura, aka our own Laura Silva, celebrates a decade of DJ-ing with an 80s party at the Lobar on Friday, February 12. You know costumes and funkiness are the norm so get on up and give the girl a congrats! Cleaning it up... One of our fav local reunited bands, the Space Janitors, write to say, “Exciting stuff going on in Janitor land! We’re working with our very dear friend Andy Heath again and getting back on the “green” track that we were on in the 90s. We plan on running our shows with nothing but hydrogen fuel cells. Completely making and playing on our own power! We will keep you informed on our progress! Peace!” You can be their fan on Facebook and download their 1995 CD, Live in CB, for free. Nashville cat... What ever happened to that talented guy Stephen Marcus (aka Stephen Cowles). He finally checked in to say, “I kind of up and left . Needed to get on the road. I am in Nashville now learning the music bizzzz... writing for The Nashville Music Guide, painting, writing songs, playing out, meeting tons of people. I’m doing good though I really miss it out there. I am definitely coming back at some point in the future. Tell everyone hello.” Sure miss your fine voice and music... Local cats... Local legend Steve Snyder is opening for Suzy Bogguss, Friday, February 12 at the CB Center for the Arts, while fiddler extraordinaire Paul Gallaher is accompanying Falco & Coakley at the Center, on Saturday, February 13. Clean cup move down... Said the Mad Hatter who was doing the 5k Alley Loop with the Red Queen (played by our very own Molly Murfee). It took almost five years to train for the successful result but we finally did it – we came in absolutely last! Next year we’ll work harder to beat our 4-hour record, which will be easy with the help of Jerry’s Brat & Bloody Alley stop... Thanks Mr. D! Yeah. Sure... And Happy Valentine’s Day. Don’t forget to get your sweetie chocolate and a box o’ Pibbers, your fur faced friends a new chewie and the whiskers a baggie of catnip. Oh, and call your mother, please. Remember what happens in the Butte stays in the Butte… and possibly Facebook. So unless you’re in the Witness Protection Program, I expect to hear from you… got gossip, events, births, travels, healings, alien abductions… rumors? Email the Weekly’s Girl About Town at dbelloise@gmail.com. I’m waiting…
The Space Janitors swept the Eldo into another universe last Friday – Photo by Paul Gallaher
New Orleans Saints 2010 Superbowl Champions. Yeah you right! – Photo by Paul Gallaher
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– ENVIRONMENT –
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Owner: Monica Mesa Founded: 2007 Certified: Gold Accomplishments: A green studio from the start! Used eco paint and eco finishes for the wood floors. Furniture is used and everything was given, borrowed or traded. All retail is from local, sustainable, socially responsible companies. Recycle all paper. Use all recycled paper products from the Paper Clip. Distribute copies of the ORE Green Resource Guide. Member of the Green Yoga Association. Purchase wind power. Sustainabuilding: Use natural light and candlelight as much as possible and all other lighting is CFLs. Heat is on a timer – not used when we’re not here. Carrots to Customers: Sell stainless steel water bottles. Only sell green, organic sustainable clothing. Ultimate Goal: To make people aware of the big and small things they can do – whether it’s as a business or as a community. I’m particularly a water activist. It’s time to take a stand. It’s got to be done. It’s got to be done now and we’ve got to show the kids that we’re serious. Advice for Other Businesses: Keep it really simple by ordering recycled paper products for their office and having a recycling bin. As business owners, we’re setting an example for our customers and whatever we do makes a statement. Who’s more sustainable – you or your business? The same. About the Energy Wise Business Program (EWBP): The Office for Resource Efficiency (ORE) partners with the Crested Butte/Mt. Crested Butte Chamber of Commerce to offer local businesses assistance in cutting costs and energy usage. Businesses can strive for a Bronze, Silver, Gold or Platinum level of certification, depending on the number of commitments they make to becoming “energy wise.” If you’d like to learn more about EWBP, visit ORE’s website: www.resourceefficiency.org. Or contact ORE: info@ resourceefficiency.org, 970.349.9673, 301 Belleview Ave., Unit E. Get certified today!
The Coal Creek Watershed Coalition Join One Percent for the Planet
saturday, february 27th dinner served at 5:30 p.m. showtime 6:30 p.m. tiCkets $35 Come to the Center for an evening of dinner, musiC, silent & live auCtion of loCal talent
The Coal Creek Watershed Coalition (CCWC) is excited to join the ranks of One Percent for the Planet, a non-profit organization that builds and supports an alliance of businesses financially committed to creating a healthy planet. Worldwide, 1165 companies donate one percent of their profits to their choice of 1,972 environmental organizations through One Percent for the Planet. The CCWC has joined this roster of environmental organizations in hopes of receiving funding from companies appreciating the non-profit’s work. The CCWC looks forward to being a part of the One Percent for the Planet Program, and hopes its participation helps the organization to carry out its mission to maintain, restore, and enhance the environmental integrity of the
Coal Creek Watershed to provide high-quality water for wildlife, aquatic life, and human life. In addition to creating such opportunities for environmental organizations, One Percent for the Planet offers businesses the chance to help create positive environmental change, receive recognition for their contributions, and spur additional action from consumers and other companies. Participating companies also enjoy shared membership with likeminded companies: the opportunity to build new business relationships and share dialogue, ideas, and resources. To learn more about the One Percent for the Planet Program, and how you can support companies that support the environment, visit http://onepercentfortheplanet.org/. To learn more about the Coal Creek Watershed Coalition and its activities to protect and restore Coal Creek, visit www.coalcreek.org.
Get Ready for the Red Lady Ball
High Country Citizens’ Alliance (HCCA) is excited to announce that the 33rd Annual Red Lady Salvation will take place on Saturday, March 6th at The Eldo featuring Grayson Capps and the HOT BUFFET DINNER h CASH BAR h LIVE ENTERTAINMENT Stumpknockers. The Red Lady Ball is HCCA’s annual fundraiser and membership drive to support FEBRUARy 27, 2010 protection of the natural world that surrounds us. The evening is highlighted by the coronation of dinner and your first beer are inCluded DINNER SERVED AT 5:30pM in the tiCket priCe CENTER FOR THE ARTS talent auCtion items inClude: BUTTE SHOwTIME the Red Lady, aCRESTED tradition of this long-time community event. A planning meeting to organize the Red Tickets available at the Center for the Arts, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.,6:30pM Monday through Friday; via phone with a Visa/MasterCard 970.349.7487 ext. 3leadville or online at100 www.crestedbuttearts.org. dave wiens, six time winner TICkETS $35 Lady Ball will take place Thursday, February 11 at 5 p.m. at the Eldo. drew emmitt and a bluegrass festival package Come for an evening of dinner, music, silent & live auction of local talent Tommy Martin, Patrol officer for a Friday night Volunteer h Dinner and your first beer are included in ticket price h Ben Pritchett, Colorado Backcountry Guides If you are available and would like to volunteer please RSVP CENTER FOR THE ARTS Wendy Fisher, Former Member of the U.S. Ski Team CRESTED BUTTE Rebecca Dussault, Olympian Skate Skier with Dana Bradley at perennialent@aol.com or 970-349-5956. Nominate the 33rd Red Lady Nominations are currently being accepted from the public, so if you know of someone who should be the next Red Lady, N please nominate her or him. Nominees should reside in the EW LO Valentine’s Day Special C A T I ON! 318 Gunnison Valley and have a commitment to the preserving the 10% OFF Services Suite 1 Elk Av ecosystems of the Upper Gunnison River Basin. The next Red 7 in the e. through the end of February when Bu (Gro Peak P und floor b tte Plaz Lady will represent High Country Citizens Alliance in our effort roperty a eh Manag ind Gift s you mention this ad e m te ent) a to keep the valley free of a molybdenum mine. Nominations Certificable www.cbhandandfootcare.com Avail can be either phoned in to 970-349-5956 or emailed to Dana at Large Selection of Retail Products • Manicures • Pedicures • Acrylic & UV Gel Nail Enhancements perennialent@aol.com until Wednesday, February 24th. Please (970) 349-7751 • 318 Elk Avenue, Suite 17, Crested Butte include a sentence or two about your nomination. CENTER FOR THE ARTS CRESTED BUTTE
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– ENVIRONMENT –
CB Land Trust presents Nathan Bilow with the Inaugural Norman Award This past January, Nathan Bilow was presented the Norman award as the Crested Butte Land Trust Volunteer of the Year. The Norman Award is named for Norman Bardeen, who founded CBLT in 1991 and served on the organization’s original Board of Directors. Bardeen continues his volunteer service today as a member of CBLT’s Independent Board Member Review Committee. The Norman Award will be given annually to a volunteer for their commitment to the stewardship of CBLT lands. Bilow was the first Norman Award recipient. As a professional photographer, Bilow has contributed many stunning photos of seasonal Crested Butte landscapes to the annual CBLT calendar and newsletters. For the past several years, he has also donated a photographic day trip to CBLT’s annual Adventure Auction, lending his expertise to aspiring photographers out in the field. Bilow has lived in the Crested Butte area since the late 1970s. His work has appeared in numerous national and international publications, and with Sandy Fails he created the coffee table
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book, Crested Butte: The Edge of Paradise. He has traveled extensively around the world, but Bilow maintains Crested Butte is the best home for his family. Bilow was presented the Norman Award at the It’s About the Land Volunteer Party, where Join us for all volunteers were recognized and thanked for their valuable contributions. The celebration was held January 22, at the yurt, which is maintained by the Crested Butte Nordic Council in premiums the winter *Lower for employer-sponsored and is accessed using skis or snowshoes. CBLT coverage through the Chamber holds all our volunteers in high esteem, and we *Deeper on medicalcenter services offer ongoing ways to make a difference.discounts If you for the arts would like information on*Mix volunteering for the Thursday, September & match plans to meet your needs10th • 5-7 p.m. Crested Butte Land Trust, please contact Liz at come to network fellow chamber *One more reason to attract and with keep the bestmembers 970-349-1206 or events@cblandtrust.org. over food and refreshments. Catered by Le Bosquet.
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GCEA Receives Energy Further Efficiency Local area agricultural producers and rural small business members in the Gunnison Area now have access to energy audits and information on energy efficiency methods thanks in part to a grant from USDA Rural Development. Colorado Rural Development State Director Jim Isgar was in Gunnison to present representatives from Gunnison County Electric Association (GCEA) with a $73,890 ceremonial check. “This is Colorado’s first Energy Audit funded through the USDA Rural Development Renewable Energy for America Program Energy Audit (REAP/EA) Grant,” said Isgar. Under this program loan guarantees and grants can be used for renewable energy systems, energy efficiency improvements, feasibility studies and energy audits. “This grant in particular will assist many rural businesses and agricultural producers in the area with taking the first step to becoming more energy efficient,” said Isgar. GCEA’s energy efficiency program has been offering workshops, rebates, and audits to residential members. “The USDA grant will allow us to leverage funding from our own budget to
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conduct audits for agricultural producers and the The Roaring Community small business community,” said Fork GCEA Chief Health Plan does not condition membership on any health-related factor relating to an individual (including employees, employers or their dependents). The RFCHP offers health Executive Officer Michael Wells. Businesses willmembers in good standing and their employees only, regardless ofwould insurance coverage to Chamber any like to thank health status related factor relating to these individuals. be required to make a small personal investment the following Employers: to be eligible for RFCHP plans, join the Chamber today. participating towards the cost of the energy audit. businesses and their Once the audit has been completed customers for each business will receive a detailed report preserving open describing the current energy system and space in Gunnison usage and opportunities for improvements. The County! report will also include expected outcomes of Elk Mountain Lodge Karyn Adelman Acupuncture such improvements. “We look forward to the Evans Contracting Alpengardener opportunity to help our local businesses save Flying Petito Sisters Video Store Alpineer energy and lower their operating costs,” said Audrey Anderson, Butte Books Gourmet Noodle Bacchanale Gunnison Brewery Energy Use Specialist Vicki Spencer. Big Al’s Bike Heaven Heather Elliot/Graphic Designer USDA Rural Development’s mission is to Black Tie Ski Rentals Interior Visions increase economic opportunity and improve Le Bosquet CB Card Company the quality of life for rural residents. Rural Lynn Moore, Moore for Your Money Crested Butte Mountain Development fosters growth in homeownership, Heritage Museum Mountain Colors finances business development and supports Crested Butte Mountain Resort: Mountain Spirits The General Store the creation of critical community and technology The Mountain Store 9380 Prime Munchkin's Music and Dance infrastructure. Further information on rural Rustica Nathan Bilow Photography programs in Colorado is available at any of the The Ice Bar Paragon Gallery Paradise Warming Hut six local USDA Rural Development offices or by Pema Dawa Base Area Basics visiting USDA Rural Development’s web site at Pioneer Guest Cabins On Mountain Basics http://www.rurdev.usda.gov/co Butte 66 Pitas in Paradise BRING IN THIS COUPON
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AMERICAN AVALANCHE BAR & GRILLE Located at the ski area in Mt. Crested Butte, the Avalanche features breakfast, lunch and dinner daily with huge sandwiches, colossal salads, homemade soups, pizza, a great kids’ menu, delectable desserts and all your favorite comfort foods. Don’t miss the nightly dinner specials…Monday’s lasagna for $8.95, Tuesday’s pound of king crab for $20.95, Wednesday’s chicken fried steak for $8.95, Thursday’s all-you-can-eat BBQ ribs for $14.95, Friday’s all-you-can-eat fish & chips for $8.95. Saturday’s prime rib for $15.95 or Sunday’s 4- ingredient large pizza for $15.95. We celebrate happy hour from 3-6 daily with cheap drinks & marvelous munchies. Dine in or take out. Open every day at 7:30am. 349-7195. MCGILL’S AT CRESTED BUTTE Located downtown in Historic Crested Butte. Serving fantastic breakfasts and excellent lunches with a creative twist. Come in and try the best malts, shakes and floats in town from our soda fountain. Open early and serving breakfast all day! Offering daily breakfast, lunch and dessert specials. Dine-in or take-out. All major credit cards accepted. 228 Elk Avenue (970) 349-5240. PARADISE CAFÉ A Crested Butte tradition for more than 23 years with a casual atmosphere and excellent food. Specializing in your favorite breakfast burritos, skillets, pancakes, french toast, huevos rancheros, fresh fruit and traditional breakfast. Plus cheese steaks, salads, soups, deli sandwiches, burgers and full vegetarian fare for lunch. Full children’s menu. Located in the Company Store, 3rd and Elk in beautiful Midtown Crested Butte. 349-6233. SLOGAR Serves delicious grilled steaks and simply spectacular skillet-fried chicken dinners, using a recipe famous for great flavor since 1915. Hospitality at the historic Slogar includes family-style service in comfortable and unique Victorian surroundings. Enjoy the generous portions and the modest price of the Slogar’s sensational skillet-fried chicken with all the trimmings. Serving dinner daily 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Full drink menu and wine list plus a selection of specialty beers on tap such as Spaten and Fat Tire Ale. Reservations recommended. Located on the corner of Second & Whiterock, Crested Butte. 349-5765. SMOKIN’ J’S BBQ Smokin’ J’s BBQ, at the Eldo Brewery & Tap Room. Located at 215 Elk Avenue in downtown Crested Butte, upstairs, next to the Post Office. Featuring Pulled Pork, Sliced Beef Brisket, Pulled Chicken, Beef Burnt Ends, Bacon Explosions, BBQ Chicken, St. Louis Ribs, Fried Okra, Sweet Potato Fries, Smoked Baked Beans, Xmas Slaw, Potato Wedges, Caesar Salads, & Funnel Cake Fries. Try one of our Family Combo Meals, or a Mo’ BBQ Sundae for a Low-Carb Treat. Join us at The Eldo because “Once A Day Is Never Enough” for Smokin’ J’s BBQ. Open Daily at 3PM. Also offering Take Out and Delivery call 970-349-6125. TALK OF THE TOWN A good time anytime. The Talk offers foosball, pinball, video games, good music and pool tables. Open daily at 3 p.m. Attitude Adjustment Hour from 3 to 8 p.m. Bar snacks, cheap drinks and beer our specialty. Located at 230 Elk Avenue, in the liver of downtown Crested Butte. 349-6809. WHY COOK? Located next to Le Bosquet at Sixth and Belleview in the Majestic Plaza. At last… a great new reason not to cook (as if you needed one)! Delicious, healthy items ready to take-out — for an evening of entertaining or a quiet night at home. Mouth watering main dish items, fresh baked bread, salads, pates and cheeses, hummus and tapenade spreads, sandwiches, fresh and frozen soups, desserts and much, much more. Now featuring all natural and organic deli meats. Check out our meat and fish market. Catering services available. Call us for special orders. 349-5858. WOODEN NICKEL Known for the best steaks in town since 1981, the Wooden Nickel specializes in tender Filet Mignon, USDA Prime Graded NY Strip and Rib Eye steaks, succulent, world famous Prime Rib, Elk Tenderloin, Rack of Elk, Alaskan King Crab, BBQ Pork Ribs, PorkChops, Colorado Rack of Lamb, New Zealand Rack of Lamb, Venison, fresh grilled Seafood and fresh Garden Salads. Also serving Burgers, Chicken Fried Steak and Buffalo Burgers. Giant Lobster Tails and a variety of Surf and Turf combinations available nightly. We feature a selection of martinis and great wines at attractive prices to complement your meal. Join us for your special evening at Crested Butte’s oldest bar and best steak house. Bar opens at 4 p.m. with Happy Hour until 6 p.m., daily. Dinner nightly until 10 p.m. 222 Elk Avenue.--Downtown Crested Butte--Open year-round. Nightly Specials. MAXWELLS Join us at the new steak house in town for hand cut prime quality steaks, pastas, fish, lamp chops, elk, pork chops, fresh garden salads, buffalo burgers, sandwiches and much more. A great buckaroos menu for the kids including a make your own icecream sundae. Wines from around the world and vast array of import and domestic beers. A great front patio for people watching in the heart of Crested Butte. Fabulous martinis or just a cold beer. Whatever you desire just cuddle up and enjoy. The perfect place to watch all sporting events in HD. One of the largest venues in Crested Butte, ideal for large parties. Serving dinner nightly. Offering takeout. 226 Elk Avenue. 349-1221
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ETHNIC BACCHANALE Delicious Homemade Northern Italian cuisine, in our new and casual setting. From veal to vegetarian, to pastas and seafood. Fine wines and cocktails available. Join us for dinner or drinks-and-appetizers in our antique bar. Happy Hour 5-6 p.m. Tapas Menu. Reservations accepted for parties of 10 or more. To-Go menu. Dinner starts at 5:30 p.m. 209 Elk Avenue. 349-5257. Kids Menu. DONITA’S CANTINA Enjoy Mexican food on Elk Avenue at affordable prices. We serve dinner nightly. Bar and dining room open at 5 p.m. Tasty food, super margaritas, ample portions, speedy service are our trademarks. Kid Friendly!!! Reservations accepted for parties of ten or more, a 24 hour notice is appreciated. In the Adobe-colored building with the awesome flowers on the corner of 4th and Elk. Check us out, we’re better than ever. Nightly gourmet dinner specials and desserts. To see our menu www.donitascantina.com. 3496674. Call for current hours. MARCHITELLI’S GOURMET NOODLE We proudly feature generations of special family recipes. Enjoy unique Italian sauce and pasta combinations as well as our specialty entrees with veal, elk, chicken and seafood. Newly remodeled. Come check us out. Reservations helpful. Serving dinner from 5 p.m. nightly. Located at 411 3rd Street in Crested Butte. 349-7401. RUBEN’S NEW MEXICAN CUISINE Located in the old Cement Creek Tavern in Crested Butte South. Ruben’s offers authentic New Mexican cuisine featuring all natural beef and chicken, using fresh ingredients and homemade salsa, locally roasted chiles, a full bar with fresh juice margaritas, a full kid’s menu and happy hour specials from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Kitchen for dinner opens at 5 p.m. daily/ Serving Sunday Brunch. Come try the newest restaurant in CB South. Located at 207 Elcho Avenue, Crested Butte South (970) 349-5003. TEOCALLI TAMALE Tasty fresh lime margaritas, handmade tamales, a huge selection of burritos and tacos, affordable prices and lightning-fast service…what more could you ask for? Our fresh salsas include mild tomato, salsa verde, roasted chile corn and a hot smoky chipolte. Burritos and tacos feature slow-cooked shredded beef, marinated and grilled steak or chicken, gourmet veggies and blackened mahi-mahi. Try one of our unique creations - a chile pesto or spicy Thai burrito with peanut sauce. Dine in and enjoy one of our large selection of Mexican beers, or take it to go. Located at 311 1/2 Elk Avenue. A fresh and healthy alternative, the Tamale is open every day for lunch and dinner. 349-2005. Late night Bar and Food Thurs-Sat 9-12ish.
GOURMET DJANGO’S RESTAURANT & WINE BAR Our globally-inspired small plates are perfect for sharing and pairing with wines by the flight, quartino or bottle. django’s unique dining environment offers a new experience every visit: whether you’re enjoying a quick bite at the dining bar, a long romantic dinner with a date, or just hanging out with friends. Come enjoy a pitcher of sangria on our patio! django’s is located in the courtyard of Mountaineer Square, where the bus stops at the base of the ski village. Reservations are encouraged, but certainly not required. Send an email to reservations@djangos.us or call (970) 349-7574. THE DOGWOOD COCKTAIL CABIN Nestled into one of Crested Buttes funkiest historic remodles, this miners shack turned “cocktail cabin” offers house-infused artisan cocktails and tasty plates both sweet and savory. From its nibbles and sips to atmosphere, The Dogwood Cocktail Cabin is anything but ordinary. Step outside the box and into the cabin for a habenero and pineapple infused vodka martini, lamb sliders and chocolate fondue with homemade bacon brittle! Now Open Tuesday-Sunday 5-12 (cabin fever 5-7 everyday: $4 off all Dogwood martinis). Tuesday: “game night” Wednesday: “ladies night”. 970+349.6338 309 Third Street downtown Crested Butte, Co 21+ www.thedogwoodcocktailcabin.com EASTSIDE BISTRO EastSide Bistro is an upscale-casual neighborhood bistro. Our menu evolves seasonally and represents the eclectic, creative and sophisticated visions of our passion for food, created with locally fresh ingredients and prepared in an innovative and contemporary style. Our atmosphere is warm, intimate and welcoming with spectacular views of majestic Mt. Crested Butte. We present seasonally changing gourmet cuisine with entrée selections featuring the finest cuts of Beef, Duck, Lamb, Game, the freshest Seafood, and outstanding Chicken, Pork, and Vegetarian Entrees along with exciting nightly specials. We showcase an extensive well rounded wine list and wonderful specialty martinis. Dinner served Tuesday through Sunday from 5-10 p.m. Closed Mondays until Dec. 14. Also serving a wonderful Saturday and Sunday Brunch from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Reservations appreciated. We are located at 435 Sixth St., next to the Alpineer. 349-9699. Visit us at www.eastsidebistro.com for our most current menu.
CRESTED BUTTE AREA DINING GUIDE THE SECRET STASH LUNCH + DINNER - The Secret Stash - not so much of a secret anymore! Voted best pizza every year since we opened in 2002. We are now serving continuously starting at 11:30 AM, until late! Come in for lunch or for an early dinner to avoid the crowds. It’s winter time again, and now that we are open for lunch, that means no more waiting in the cold!! Come in for an award winning margaritas, grilled asian style wings, or legendary pizza. The Stash is not to be missed – the owners have decorated this 100 year old miner’s cabin with treasures from their travels around the world. The Stash has been recognized by Ski, Powder, Outdoor, and Travel + Leisure magazines, The New York Times, Foders travel guide, and many others as the place not to miss on your visit to Crested Butte! Just take a stroll to the top of Elk Avenue. NO MORE WAITING for Stash pizza, we are now serving the ONLY TAKE & BAKE PIZZA in downtown CB. Take out and delivery are available, and The Stash is open late. (970) 349-6245 or www.thesecretstash.com. Don’t miss the one stash the locals WILL tell you about! (Visit our sister restaurant The Lobar)
LE BOSQUET RESTAURANT Since 1976…and just getting better. Breathtaking views and mouth watering food. Enjoy standards such as rack of lamb in a red wine garlic sauce, hazelnut chicken, beef shortribs in a madeira sauce, and elk tenderloin with jumbo scallops as well as vegetarian entrees, crisp salads, great soups, a variety of appetizers and break-your-diet desserts. Now offering fondue and a full small plate menu! Quality, consistency and friendliness — our trademarks. A full bar and Wine Spectator award winning wine list will round out an evening to remember. Twilight menu and children’s options available. Catering and private chef services available. Open nightly at 5:30 p.m. Reservations helpful. 349-5808. TIMBERLINE RESTAURANT Come in to the Timberline and let us make you feel special! We’re located on the corner of 2nd and Elk in Downtown Crested Butte. Our upscale western style bar offers specials in a fun lively atmosphere. Dine in the casual elegance of the downtown dining room, in the intimacy of our upstairs formal dining room, or the celebrated wine cellar room for a memorable occasion. We always use the finest and freshest products available. We consistently produce creative and simple favorites as well as daily specials. Our wine list features mostly California offerings plus an interesting selection of Old World and New World wines. Reservations recommended. Call for current hours 349-9831.
SUSHI LOBAR One of the most FUN places to go in CB. Ask any local. Locals + tourists alike have been raving about LOBAR since opening in 2004. Follow the locals... and enjoy the freshest Sushi in CB, flown in daily from around the world. For NON sushi eaters + children we have alternative selections such as our Killer baja fish tacos, our new (BEEF) turf roll, grilled BEEF, CHICKEN, FISH options, our famous crack fries + a CHILDRENS MENU. Lobar is “the place” for large parties, come in and see why! small parties and couples enjoy our intimate seating options. LOBAR has been recommended by the New York Times, SKI, Skiing, and many more as a place NOT to miss. On weekends, LOBAR transforms into CB’s only nightclub with live music, (THURSDAY night - karaoke) DJ’s + more. 303 Elk Ave. Reservations accepted. 970/349.0480. Open EVERY evening at 5:00 PM. (Don’t miss the best happy hour in town! EVERYDAY 5-6) www.thelobar. com (Visit our sister restaurant the Secret Stash)
SOUP & SANDWICH THE LAST STEEP An affordable, cozy eatery in Crested Butte, The Last Steep features Cajun Chicken Pasta, Artichoke Cheddar Soup in a Bread bowl, BBQ Philly Sandwich, Cilantro Chicken Salad and more. We also offer a great kids’ menu. Sunday-Thursday 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Friday and Saturday open ‘til midnight. 208 Elk Avenue. 349-7007.
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LIL’S SUSHI BAR AND GRILL Step up to our Sushi Bar or Bar for our nightly Happy Hour from 5:30-6:30!! We are proud to serve our customers the freshest fish in town, flown in 6 days a week from Hawaii and on our doorstep within 24 hours from the docks…does it get any fresher than that in the Rockies- don’t think so! Although we are known for our sushi, our exceptional kitchen menu will satisfy all taste buds. With an array of seafood dishes and meat options, we promise you will leave remembering it all! Lil’s is a friendly and casual environment that offers exceptional service with high standards for what a dining experience should entail. Open 7 nights a week. Reservations Recommended 349-5457. Located in the Historic District of CB- 321 Elk Ave. (across the street from Donita’s)s
MIKEY’S TAKEOUT AND DELIVERY VOTED BEST PIZZA OF 2009, everybody loves Mikey’s Pizza! We offer pizza by the slice, specialty pies, pasta, oven baked sandwiches, fresh salads and a variety of appetizers. We also serve a late riser breakfast all day with fatty breakfast burritos and egg sandwiches. Located across from the sled hill and nordic center you can come pick it up or let us deliver to you. We are open 7 days a week, Tuesday - Friday 11am - 9 pm and Saturday, Sunday and Monday 3 - 9pm. Delivery every night at 5pm. Mikey’s pizza slices are also sold at True Value. A full menu can be viewed on our website at www.mikeyspizza.net. Call it in for quicker pick up. 970-349-1110. Need help with a dinner party? We also cater. BRICK OVEN PIZZERIA Come enjoy Crested Butte’s finest pizza, subs, pasta and libations. We have a full salad bar & pizza by the slice. We are located in the center of Crested Butte next to the Post Office at 223 Elk Avenue. Enjoy lunch or dinner inside our newly constructed restaurant or outside on our streetlevel patio deck with tiki-bar style gazebo. Offering a full bar and dozens of beers on tap. Free delivery anytime! 349-5044.
django’s
Small plates are the theme at django’s, which invite guests to share and sample many different flavors and eclectic combinations. Two Colorado-inspired dishes were offered to taste, starting with the Seared Lamb Carpaccio. The paper-thin lamb actually melted in your mouth when combined with the sweet pomegranate gastrique. The shavings of the Manchego cheese added a smooth hint of salt and encompassed all the taste sensors in the mouth. Tony Campanas’ knowledge of the extensive wine list brought a 2006 French Côtes du Rhône produced by Domaine André Brunel. Hints of dark berries in the wine paired nicely with the lamb and the popping pomegranate
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seeds. Another fantastic dish, the pan-seared Colorado Striped Bass, was beautifully presented on a pile of creamy mascarpone-radicchio risotto with a delicately placed sweet agrodolce of raisins and shallots. The tender, almost sweet Bass, along with the creamy risotto, is an artful masterpiece both for the viewing and the taste buds. General fare: Inspired by the cuisines of Southern Europe, django’s Restaurant and Wine bar features small plates, which include only the freshest ingredients. All sauces, purees and desserts are made in-house daily. Exotic meats, seafood and seasonal vegetables round out the menu allowing each dish a creative and unique presentation. The extensive wine list includes wines mainly from Spain, Italy, France, Greece, and Argentina. There are 80 different selections in all, with only six from the US. Atmosphere: When owners’ Chris and Kate Ladoulis designed and opened django’s in 2008, they embraced the idea of allowing space to determine flow. Their goal was to allow the creative nature of the food to also be reflected in the restaurant atmosphere and specialized decor. The elegant sheers hang from high ceilings and can be moved to match the feeling of the night. High-backed booth style seats are contemporary, yet still comfortable. The arrangement lends itself to the dampening of the acoustics, which allows guests to enjoy their private conversations, yet still hear any of the special musical events that take place. This contemporary and romantic setting is perfect for a special occasion or a place to catch up with special friends Price range: The small plates are priced so that guests can try numerous delicious dishes. The Cerignola Olives from Southern Italy is $4. Not to be missed is the $7 Winter Salad consisting of baby turnips, which starts as a snappy crisp and ends with a hot finish. One of Chef
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Kate’s favorites is the Cider-Braised Wild Boar Belly and is priced at $12. The menu changes seasonally, so it could be difficult to choose from the 23 menu selections or you can try one of everything for $230 with two desserts. The wine list offered wonderful selections for any budget. One interesting way to try wine instead of a glass, is to order a quartino, which is a 1/3 of a bottle. We started with the 2008 Austrian “Gruner Veltliner” at $9. Even the most sophisticated pallets can sample something new. Bottles of wine range from $24 up to $240. Vegetarian / Vegan options: The menu is very vegetarian and vegan friendly, Chef Kate enjoys the test to create meals for all diets. Vegetarian’s can choose from roasted Baby Beets, Peruvian Piquillo Peppers, Gnudi, Catalonian Flatbread or everyone’s favorite, the Crispy Brussels Sprouts. Vegans can enjoy almonds, olives, baby artichokes, white asparagus and griddled polenta. Organic / local / regional food options: The menu is comprised of many local meats and organic ingredients. Colorado-raised lamb, striped bass, wild boar and seasonal organic produce are all featured on the menu. Leopold Bros., a blackberry whiskey that is distilled in Denver, is the backbone of the Blackberry Manhattan. Seasonal Colorado beers are featured on the menu throughout the year. Green cleaners and recycled to-go containers are also used. django’s has 15 employees. Stats: Located in the Mountaineer Square Courtyard, Mt Crested Butte. 349-7574 www.djangos.us Want to show off your delicious dish? Call the Weekly at 349-1710 Reviewer Josephine Kellett owns and operates Creative Catering in Crested Butte. A graduate of the California Culinary Academy, Josephine has been a professional in the food industry most of her life. She has lived in Crested Butte for almost 20 years. You can find out more of the epicurean travels and offerings of Josephine at www.crestedbuttecatering.com
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The Family Puzzles By Sandra Cortner Crossword puzzles first hit my radar screen during an extended visit at my mother-in-law, Polly’s home. After zipping through most of the skimpy Eugene, Oregon newspaper, I was desperate for mental stimulation. Only the comic section remained, and Polly had first dibs - primarily as a nod to her matriarchal status and hospitality, and secondarily and most important to her, because that was where the crossword puzzle resided. I’d watched her finish it by the time I hit my second cup of coffee and always prayed for an easy puzzle so I’d get the funnies sooner. Flattered when I could provide the answer to a clue, sometimes I suspect she asked me to compensate for my wait. If a whole square stumped her, she’d leave it to make her breakfast of grits and muffin, while I quickly skimmed the funnies before her return. She must have sensed that hanging out in drizzly Oregon sans computer and friends, was not real mind challenging, so she’d take pity and allow me to make a stab at it while she cooked. I’m sure she would have figured it out by breakfast’s end, but if I could fill in some words, my self-esteem bubble of accomplishment inflated about 20 points. So it went during our annual visits until I read an article about crossword puzzles benefiting the brain. My mother died of Alzheimer’s disease at age 77. Polly was 90 and going strong. That got my attention. I began to study her completed puzzle, matching clues and answers to get the hang of it. I was particularly fascinated by the ancient dictionary, kept by her chair. Among its well-thumbed pages were answers to the obscure questions like, “13th U.S. president,” the tome lists gods and goddesses of every culture, capital cities, and famous quotes and their authors, among other minutiae. She had even tucked scraps of paper inside where she listed facts like names of constellations or foreign phrases and answers to tough clues she had encountered before.
The Eugene Register Guard runs two puzzles daily: she does the “easier” one. As I waited for the comics, I sometimes began struggling with the more vexing one in the classified section, reprinted from the New York or Los Angeles Times. Soon Polly and I had a crossword kinship, trading clues and commiserating over the ones we never did get, even after consulting the magic dictionary. Meanwhile my husband read the opinion pages bemoaning the state of world affairs. One Christmas my husband’s brother and wife came. Craving mental exercise even more than I did, Margie joined us. What a team we became. She gets all the medical terms from her career as a med-tech. Our husbands are her electrical engineer/ computer whiz and my musician/artist and know all things scientific and artistic. Polly is a Phi Beta Kappa graduate and their dad was a Geology Ph. D. I can usually ferret out literary references, Italian and Spanish phrases, and anything from the “Harry Potter” books. We all know the M*A*S*H television series, but bomb when it comes to current shows, “junk TV,” according to my husband. For geography questions, we consult the world map pinned high on the wall. In the dim light, I stand teetering on the recliner seeking some obscure river in Russia. When alone, Polly draws the line at the Sunday New York Times puzzle, granddaddy of them all. “It takes all day,” she complained. Naively, after solving a few of the weekday puzzles, Margie and I decided that between the two of us we could crack it. By midmorning, our cerebral husbands would be in the throes of deeply dissecting Polly’s proposed kitchen remodel. Suddenly we’d chirp, “What’s a word for a conductive unit?” or “which instrument is made of African Blackwood?” Yep, Polly was right, it took all day and four brilliant minds, plus mine. However, we all got into it, passing the time between walks around the
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neighborhood in the rain and trips to the thrift store or grocery. Once in desperation, Margie googled a clue on her laptop. “Omygod!” We swiveled around from the table as one. “It’s showing me the whole solved puzzle.” That took the stuffing right out of us. The rest of the day, we struggled without her, occasionally tossing out, “Is this right?” Shaking her head, she’d silently return to her jigsaw puzzle. Last year, Margie found a large print crossword book at the thrift store: “100 Puzzles to Test Your Knowledge and Challenge your Memory and Ultimately Boggle Your Mind.” We were giddy. After the breakfast crossword, we’d choose one from the book. Too hard? We’d flip to another. The answers were in the back so we didn’t have to wait for the next day’s Register Guard. I cannot say if my mind is more robust, but I puff up if I can solve at least two thirds of the Sunday New York Times puzzle before the following Sunday’s arrives in the Denver Post. Here at home, my cheat sheets are my 1962 Thesaurus and 1951 World Atlas. I think I got Polly talked into willing me her dictionary. I promised to share it with Margie. No doubt it’ll be a while. Now a sharp 93-year-old, she’ll be solving brain-dazzling puzzles at her 100th birthday. With any luck, we’ll be there, too, assuming we’ve kept our brains beefed up. Sandra authored “Crested Butte Stories…Through My Lens” and finds crossword puzzles a great way to stock up on words for her next volume of Crested Butte tales. www.crestedbuttestories.com. The Local Writer’s Page is an open forum for all writers in the Gunnison Valley. We welcome submissions of poetry, fiction, essay, memoir, theatre, creative non-fiction and any other form of the written arts. To submit please send your piece to editor@cbweekly.com.
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New Moon in Aquarius-Get Creative! The new moon on February 13th is a wonderful time to start fresh and think about ways you can be more creative in your life. The way the planets are aligned right now may bring about a desire for change or the momentum to make strides to go in another direction. There is a feeling of tentativeness that is looming and instead of forging boldly ahead it is in our favor to find a comfortable rhythm that is grounding and stabilizing. Let go of big plans, agendas, and frustrations and use the creative, positive visioning process to find ways to reach your goals. Saturn being in Virgo also inspires us to exercise a bit of discipline in finding balance at this time. Make better use of your creativity, artistic skills, and even apply all of these aspects to improve your relationships. The asana I have chosen for this time is a creative variation of Virabhadrasana II, the warrior. The wide, open stance is very grounding and stabilizing. The arms are moving in a rhythmic, flowing way through the centerline and out towards space. There is a feeling of freedom, of opening up to change, and a creative urge that rises up from the earth, through your whole body, and out through your hands. As you move your hands from one side to the other there is a rhythm where you begin to lose your head and open to change that takes you where you are meant to be going. Here in Crested Butte strong arms and hips are vital, and the length and opening of the side body enables us to get more prana (life force), to be, do, and create our magnificent reality. Monica Mesa is the owner of Yoga for the Peaceful, is a master teacher and assistant for Shiva Rea, is featured daily on CBtv’s Yoga Mountain High, has three amazing sons, and is devoted to bringing the blessings of yoga to all who she comes across. She may be contacted through www.yogaforthepeaceful.org
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winter schedule 2009-2010 Town Shuttle Runs between the towns of Crested Butte and Mt. Crested Butte.
From Crested Butte Stop
Old Town Hall 6th & Belleview 4 Way Stop
Times
:10, :25, :40, :55 :00, :15, :30, :45 :01, :16, :31, :46
From Mt. Crested Butte
First Bus
7:10 a.m. 7:15 a.m. 7:16 a.m.
Mountaineer Square :00, :15, :30, :45 7:30 a.m. After 10 p.m. the bus runs every half hour
Last Bus
TOWN LEAGUE PLAYOFFS Thursday, 2/11 7:00 p.m. 5th seed vs. 4th seed 8:45 p.m. 3rd seed vs. 2nd seed
Town of Crested Butte a REGULATIONS WINTER PARKING
WHERE CAN I PARK TONIGHT? You may park on NORTH & EAST sides on:
Tuesday, 2/16 7:00 p.m. TBA vs. TBA 8:45 pm. TBA vs. TBA
Monday, Wednesday & Friday Evenings
You may park on SOUTH & WEST sides on: Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday Evenings
YOUTH LEAGUE Thursday 2/11 5:30 pm CB Squirt Blue vs. CB Squirt White
• “NORTH” is toward Gothic Mountain • “EAST” is toward Crested Butte Mountain Which way does the sun • “SOUTH” is toward Gunnison rise and set? • “WEST” is toward Kebler Pass
Please see the Entertainment Calendar for open skate times.
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Crested Butte South Ice Rink Schedule 2009-2010
Helmets Required & No Checking
Rink Hotline 349-1162 SUNDAY ICE MAINTENANCE 9:00AM - 10:00AM PUBLIC SKATE 10:00AM - 2:00PM ICE MAINTENANCE 2:00PM - 2:30PM
OPEN CURLING 2:30PM - 5:30PM
CURLING OR OPEN HOCKEY 6:00PM - 10:00PM
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PUBLIC SKATE 10:00AM - 12:00PM
PUBLIC SKATE 10:00AM - 12:00PM
OPEN HOCKEY 12:00PM - 3:30PM
OPEN HOCKEY 12:00PM - 3:30PM
OPEN HOCKEY 12:00PM - 3:30PM
OPEN HOCKEY 12:00PM - 3:30PM
OPEN HOCKEY 12:00PM - 3:30PM
ICE MAINTENANCE 3:30PM - 4:30PM
ICE MAINTENANCE 3:30PM - 4:30PM
ICE MAINTENANCE 3:30PM - 4:30PM
ICE MAINTENANCE 3:30PM - 4:30PM
ICE MAINTENANCE 3:30PM - 4:30PM
PINK PANTHERS 4:30PM - 5:30PM
MITES 4:30PM - 5:30PM
MITES 4:30PM - 5:30PM
ICE MAINTENANCE 5:30PM - 6:00PM SQUIRTS 6:00PM -7:30PM
PINK PANTHERS 5:30PM - 6:30PM
SQUIRTS 4:30PM -5:30PM ICE MAINTENANCE 5:30PM - 6:00PM PINK PANTHERS 6:00PM - 7:30PM ICE MAINTENANCE 7:30PM - 8:00PM
ICE MAINTENANCE 5:30PM - 6:00PM WOLFPACK 6:00PM - 7:30PM ICE MAINTENANCE 7:30PM - 8:00PM
PEEWEES 4:30PM -6:00PM ICE MAINTENANCE 6:00PM - 6:30PM OPEN 6:30PM - 8:00PM
CB SOUTH LEAGUE 8:00PM - 10:00PM
QUEEN BEES 8:00PM - 10:00PM
ICE MAINTENANCE 7:30PM - 8:00PM CB SOUTH MASTERS 35+ YRS. 8:00PM - 10:00PM
ICE MAINTENANCE 6:30PM - 7:00PM WOLFPACK 7:00PM - 8:00PM ICE MAINTENANCE 8:00PM - 8:30PM QUEEN BEES 8:30PM - 10:00PM
SATURDAY ICE MAINTENANCE 9:00AM - 10:00AM PUBLIC SKATE 10:00AM - 2:00PM
OPEN HOCKEY 2:00PM - 6:00PM PUBLIC SKATE 6:00PM - 8:00PM ICE MAINTENANCE 8:00PM - 8:30PM
ICE MAINTENANCE 8:00PM - 8:30PM CURLING LEAGUE 8:30PM - 10:30PM
CURLING LEAGUE 8:30PM - 10:30PM
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Nordic Trail Report......................... 970-349-1707, ext. 1 CB Avalanche Center..................... 970-349-4022 CBMR Snow Phone....................... 970-349-2323 Ice Rink Hotline.............................. 970-349-0974
RTA FREE BUS Schedule Winter, 2009-10 November 25, 2009 – April 4, 2010
The bus runs a loop through the City of Gunnison before heading north on Hwy 135 to Crested Butte and Mt. Crested Butte. The bus leaves the following stops no earlier than the times listed. There may be delays due to weather.
11:40 p.m. 11:45 p.m. 11:46 p.m. 12 midnight
Three Seasons - Chateaux
Serves Three Seasons, Outrun, Ski Jump, Mt. Sunrise, Chateaux, and Marcellina Apartments Stop Times First Bus Last Bus
Mountaineer Square :00, :15, :30, :45 8:00 a.m. 9:45 p.m. At 10:00, 10:30, 11:00, 11:30 and Midnight the bus will serve any route in Mt. Crested Butte. Tell your driver where you are going.
Columbine - Paradise Road - Eagles Nest
Serves Whetstone Road, Columbine Condominiums, Gothic Road near Mt. Crested Butte Town Offices, Paradise Road and Eagles Nest. Stop Times First Bus Last Bus
Mountaineer Square :25, :55 7:55 a.m. 9:25 p.m. At 10:00, 10:30, 11:00, 11:30 and Midnight the bus will serve any route in Mt. Crested Butte. Tell your driver where you are going.
Crystal - Castle - Paradise Condos
Serves Pitchfork, Crystal Road, Castle Road, Hunter Hill Road, Snowmass Road. Stop Times First Bus
Last Bus
Mountaineer Square :10, :40 8:10 a.m. 9:40 p.m. At 10:00, 10:30, 11:00, 11:30 and Midnight the bus will serve any route in Mt. Crested Butte. Tell your driver where you are going. For more information, go to www.mtnexp.org or call (970) 349-7318. For ADA transportation, please call (970) 349-5616.
All buses are wheelchair accessible. For more information, please call Mountain Express at 349-5616.
STATEMENT OF RIGHTS In accordance with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act and Civil Rights Act of 1964, The RTA does not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, or gender. For more information about these statutes, or to file a complaint, contact the RTA designated Disability Rights and Title VI coordinator, Scott Truex, Executive Director, PO Box 39, Crested Butte, CO. 81224. (970) 275-0111. For Telecommunication Relay Service, call 1-800659-2656 (hearing impaired). Individuals will be permitted to uses service animals, as defined within ADA guidelines, if necessary.
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Alley Loop
faces&places photos by dusty demerson
Limited Edition, Signed and Numbered
Shaun Horne
409 3rd Street | P. O. Box 1150 | Crested Butte, CO 81224 ohbejoyfulgallery@mac.com | ohbejoyfulgallery.com 970-349-5936
First Ever Art Poster
OH BE JOYFUL GALLERY
Gunnison– Your Gateway to Lower Fares Sample roundtrip fares out of Gunnison/Crested Butte airport, including tax and fees starting at:
Boston............................. $312 New York......................... $327 Atlanta............................. $320 Tampa.............................. $352 Chicago............................ $368 Dallas............................... $373 Los Angeles..................... $284 San Francisco.................. $320 Washington D.C. ............ $382 San Diego.........................$284 Las Vegas........................ $262 Phoenix............................ $262 * Fares were found using flexible dates in late February and Early March... specific dates or itineraries may cost more.
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Before you fly, check the fares from Gunnison/ Crested Butte (GUC)
The Gunnison Valley RTA in partnership with CBMR contracts with airlines to provide non-stop service to Denver, Atlanta, Dallas and Salt Lake City.
Gunnison/Crested Butte Airport is your Gateway to the World!