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THU OCT 6 2nd Annual Iron Pour
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SUN AUG 7 Iris DeMent
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MON JUL 4 Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe
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FRI JUN 24 The David Grisman Bluegrass Experience
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THIS IS YOUR COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE to all of the programs the Center for the Arts in Crested Butte is offering during the summer and fall 2016. Use this as your go-to guide to tap into the myriad of ways to expand and enrich your own life with art, entertainment and creativity. In all of this, a diversity of classes, workshops, time commitments, ability levels and pricing assure everyone, from locals to visitors to part-time residents, can find a home in the arts. Bring the arts to your life.
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Live Music & Sh ows
Film Festival
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4-11 From established
12-13 Award-winning
16-19 See the creative
greats to up and coming visionaries. This season we present live concerts in jazz, country, reggae, bluegrass, indie-folk and more. We’ve also got comedy and dance just to mix it up. Find the dazzling lineup for our free outdoor concert series, Alpenglow, here also — including a special 25th anniversary celebration with Karl Denson and a full picnic of musical genres for dancing in the grass pleasure.
independent, national and international films with a focus on conscious and captivating content that pushes the boundaries of cinematography. Catch over 90 films at the Crested Butte Film Festival. Can’t wait that long? Be sure to participate in the Crested Butte Monthly Film Series. This season brings films on Janis Joplin, exotic food (in partnership with the Crested Butte Wine & Food Festival), Warren Miller’s watersports and beyond.
outpourings of local & regional artists in our two galleries in a variety of mediums. Experience artist expressions in oil, jewelry, acrylic, pottery, mixed media and photography. And we have two group shows-— one announcing a new adult coloring book and another flaunting the talents of Art Studio instructors.
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Dance Collective 14-15 Bring out your inner circus artist and learn to fly through the air with aerial dance on the lyra and silks. A host of flying tools are at your disposal!
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20-28 Awaken your creativity through a wide palette of visual arts offerings. Special middle school classes, plein air watercolor, silversmithing, book making, monoprinting, pastels, glass fusing, upcycling and more. We offer specially themed classes through the Crested Butte Wildflower Festival and Crested Butte Wine & Food Festival as well. Want more? Don’t miss the Second Annual Community Collaborative Iron Pour or a Three-Day Women’s Ripple Retreat immersion!
Culinary & Fu ndraising Vintner Arts & Support 29-35 36-39 We’ve got a Find out new series of culinary classes so you can learn from the pros! Then, join the Crested Butte Wine & Food Festival in hikes, wine and food lunch pairings, a croquet kick off, winemaker dinners, seminars, town tours, film and art. With Tour de Forks you can savor the culinary talents of local and visiting chefs in a variety of architecturally remarkable homes.
about the new Community Arts Center Plan and how you can get involved! Learn how to volunteer, help fundraise or become a donor. Be sure to peruse our sponsors and donors pages — we couldn’t do it without these generous folks!
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LIVE MUSIC & SHOWS SAT JUL 9 Pat Green Live at the Big Mine Ice Arena
FRI JUN 24 The David Grisman Bluegrass Experience
Photo by Nathan Bilow
THU JUN 9 An Evening with Trevor Hall
FRI JUN 10 & FRI AUG 19 Syllables & Sound: An Evening of Local Musicians and Writers
SAT JUL 2 After Midnight Jazz Band
Weaving together threads of Nashville’s folk, soul and bluegrass legacies, Humming House’s versatility flexes between quick-stepping waltzes, smoldering blues, classic jazz, and throwback folk songs evoking old seas shanties. Vocals are the emotional core and lure, with tunes that range from feisty and ambitious, to jagged and intoxicating. 8:00 p.m. Early Bird through 5/27: $12. Regular: $15.
THU JUN 9 Trevor Hall Trevor Hall’s music is an eclectic mix of acoustic rock, reggae and Sanskrit chanting, arising from his experiences through pilgrimages in India, his life in an ashram, and musical tours while maintaining his spiritual monastic practices. His songs echo with the names and teachings of divinities, delivering a universal message through the moving temple of the stage. 8:00 p.m. $30.
FRI JUN 10 & FRI AUG 19 Syllables & Sound: An Evening of Local Musicians and Writers Calling all musicians, songwriters, bands, bards, spoken word aficionados, poets, short story writers, performance poets and all other forms of musical and written art! Celebrate the local talent of the Gunnison Country by signing up as a performer and sharing your art with your community. Or, support the creative cornucopia of the audio arts as an audience member. 8:00 p.m. Free to perform and attend. ARTIST INFORMATION: June performance Sign up to perform by June 9. Required sound check at 4:00 p.m. June 10 August performance Sign up to perform by August 18. Required sound check at 4:00 p.m. August 19 Contact Joe Knight at (214) 364–3222 or joe@crestedbuttearts.org to perform.
FRI JUN 24 The David Grisman Bluegrass Experience Grammy-nominated mandolinist / composer / bandleader / producer David Grisman has been a guiding force in the evolving world of acoustic music for nearly half a century. A pioneer and innovator, David forged a unique personal artistic path, skillfully combining elements of the great American musical art forms — jazz and bluegrass mixed with many international flavors and sensibilities. Doors at 7:15 p.m. Show at 8:00 p.m. Limited VIP tickets: $125 (includes early entry, two free drinks, and a meet and greet with the artists after the show). Early Bird through 6/17: $60. Regular: $70.
LIVE MUSIC & SHOWS
FRI JUN 3 Humming House
SAT JUL 2 After Midnight Jazz Band This hot swinging sextet flaunts searing talent in jazz, swing, Latin jazz and blues. Their repertoire ranges from Benny Goodman to Frank Sinatra, playing jazz festivals from Sun Valley to Sacramento. They boast a cumulative resume of appearing on the Merv Griffin Show, playing with the Preservation Hall Jazz Band of New Orleans, and traveling from Germany to the Bahamas. 7:30 p.m. Early Bird through 6/25: $25. Regular: $30.
THU JUL 7 Suzy Bogguss 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 accolades include three gold records, one platinum, six hit singles, Academy of Country Music’s Best New Female Vocalist, and Country Music Association’s Best Album. 8:00 p.m. Early Bird through 6/30: $30. Regular: $35.
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LIVE MUSIC & SHOWS
SAT JUL 9 Pat Green Live at the Big Mine Ice Arena Pat Green is simultaneously a Grammynominated hit maker with an outsider reputation, a Texas inspiration, and a mainstream country artist who can rock stadium stages with the likes of Gretchen Wilson and Keith Urban. An ace songwriter with 15 years in the recording business and ten albums, he’s co-written songs with artists from Willie Nelson to Jewel. At the Big Mine ice Arena. Doors open at 7:00 p.m. Show starts at 8:00 p.m. Early Bird through 7/1. Early Bird Regular Pricing – 7/1 Pricing General Admission — Standing $35 $40 General Admission — Seated $60 $70 Limted VIP – Seated $150 $175
TUE JUL 12 Leftover Cuties Los Angeles’ quartet Leftover Cuties deliver a vintage jazz pop that’s sweet as pie but strong as whiskey. The sultry pipes and precise phrasing of Shirli McAllen recall that of a lounge singer as her silky vocals glide between brushed drums, upright bass and ukulele. The results are coy, sexy and smart with a noir-esque atmosphere that is both retro and refreshing. 7:30 p.m. $15.
FRI JUL 15 Paper Bird This six-piece indie-folk, baroque-pop band rises high from their mountain roots in Denver. With three female vocalists their harmonies are multi-faceted, rich, velvety and sweet. A vintage sound emerges with influences of gospel, soul, rock and roll, shoe-gaze, African rhythms, R&B and jazz. 8:00 p.m. Early Bird through 7/8: $20. Regular: $25.
VIP tickets include: early entry for choice of seats; access to VIP only area with appetizers and bar; two free drinks; meet and greet with Pat Green.
TUE JUL 12 Leftover Cuties
FRI JUL 15 Paper Bird
SUN JUL 24 Elaine Kwon & Friends
Come laugh it up with intelligent, thought-provoking standup comedy chock full of clever word play and shocking insights into current politics and culture. Improv professionals herald from such auspicious venues as Comedy Central, Chicago City Limits, Second City, Denver’s own Comedy Works and beyond. 8:00 p.m. Early Bird through 7/15: $18. Regular: $22.
Award-winning concert pianist Elaine Kwon brings her sold out Carnegie Hall collaborative concert phenomenon to the Center Stage, joining creative forces with local musicians and aerial artists of the Crested Butte Dance Collective. Dr. Kwon is a lecturer at MIT and has performed as a solo artist with National Music Festival Orchestra and the Toronto Philharmonia, among others. 7:30 p.m. Early Bird through 7/17: $35. Regular: $40.
SAT JUL 23 Due West This country trio is renowned for their tight, threeway harmonies and fresh tracks that sit on the cutting edge of the Nashville sound. Their four albums have enjoyed Billboard, Mediabase and Music Row chart success, their videos have hit the Great American Country’s Top 20, and they’ve had the privilege of playing at the Grand Ole Opry. 8:00 p.m. Early Bird through 7/16: $30. Regular: $35.
SAT AUG 6 Mike Love
LIVE MUSIC & SHOWS
FRI JUL 22 Comedy Night
One of reggae music’s rising stars, Mike Love’s magnetism is in his revolutionary and conscious message, his passion, and the wisdom behind his words. Born and raised in Oahu, Hawaii, Mike fuses the simple rhythms of traditional reggae with the complex changes of classical and rock music, incorporating elements of the poetic islands and powerful ocean that inspire him. 8:00 p.m. Early Bird through 7/30: $12. Regular: $15.
William Shakespeare
SUN JUL 24 Elaine Kwon & Friends Photo by Lydia Stern
FRI JUL 22 Comedy Night
Photo by Nathan Bilow
SAT AUG 6 Mike Love SAT JUL 23 Due West
SUN AUG 7 Iris DeMent
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Iris DeMent’s Grammy-nominated music is firmly rooted in the American South, with timeless melodies that could easily be mistaken for longforgotten hymnal entries or classic country tunes. Honkey-tonk vibes, mournful slide guitar and rich harmonies all find their place in her versatility and depth through raw topics of religious skepticism, small-town life and human frailty. 7:30 p.m. Early Bird through 7/31: $25. Regular: $30.
FRI AUG 12 Appleseed Collective The Appleseed Collective swings from dim club storytelling swagger to rich vocal harmony, from hot club hot licks to spacey ambience, and from old Irish reels to modern American indie. Their mix of gypsy folk, Dixie ragtime, swing, Americana and jazz is wafted through with headier sonic concoctions for a more psychedelic flair. 8:00 p.m. Early Bird through 8/5: $12. Regular: $15.
FRI SEP 2 SHEL This far-out, virtuoso quartet of sisters from Fort Collins paints indie-folk with an effervescent mashup of dense, ethereal textures, deep grooves, electronic ambiance and beat-boxing. Their classically inspired mandolin, violin, piano, drums and glowing four-way vocal harmonies come shaded in a bohemian and art-driven tint, shining with influences from rock bands of the 60’s to composers of the 18th century. 8:00 p.m. Early Bird through 8/26: $15. Regular: $20.
FRI SEP 9 Dancing with the Crested Butte Stars
SUN AUG 7 Iris DeMent
FRI AUG 12 Appleseed Collective
Follow in the footsteps of the wildly popular Dancing with the Stars with Crested Butte’s own celebrities and funky flavor. Local choreographers are paired with Crested Butte personalities to train up on their best moves for this wild dance party competition. Dances are judged for People’s Choice, Judge’s Choice, Best Instructor and more. 7:00 p.m. VIP tickets: $50 (includes early entry for choice of seats, and mix and mingle with the choreographers and stars from 6:00 – 6:30 p.m. with complementary cocktails). Regular: $25.
FRI SEP 2 SHEL
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LIVE MUSIC & SHOWS
MON AUG 1 – FRI AUG 5
Play full songs in no time learning from real musicians at the new Rockin' Music School for Kids! Gain skills in ensemble playing, teamwork and even developing original material. Each day is a two hour session working with instructors to play the songs you want on the instrument of your choice through both individual and group instruction. This awesome week culminates in a public performance on the Center for the Arts Stage with moving lights, fog machines and a big PA — recorded live for you to take home! All levels welcome. Students placed in a band Sessions according to age and skill level. Tuition: $150 (need based scholarships available). SESSION 1: Ages 7 – 11. 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. SESSION 2: Ages 11 – 14. 12:00 – 2:00 p.m. SESSION 3: Ages 14 – 18. 3:00 – 5:00 p.m. PUBLIC PERFORMANCE: Friday, August 5. 6:00 p.m. Free for audience members. Contact Joe Knight at joe@crestedbuttearts.org to register, or stop by the Center 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Monday – Friday. For further details visit www.crestedbuttearts.org.
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LIVE MUSIC & SHOWS
Mondays at 5:30 Rain or Shine Center for the Arts Outdoor Stage at the Town Park MON JUL 4 Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe
MON JUL 11 Kimberly Dunn
MON JUL 25 Roosevelt Dime
MON AUG 1 Billy Iuso & the Restless Natives
MON JUN 20 Dirty Bourbon River Show
MON JUL 25 Roosevelt Dime
The Dirty Bourbon River Show concocts their eccentric “New Orleans Big Brass Circus Rock” from hard-edged blues, Lisztian piano driven ballads, and Crescent City horns. At Red Mountain Park in Crested Butte South. Beer & food: Tully’s General Store.
This East Coast based quartet joyfully electrifies the rich tributaries of Americana — blues, bluegrass, and New Orleans juke joint rhythm & blues — with a modern charge. Beer: Kannah Creek Brewing Company. Food: Marchitelli’s Gourmet Noodle.
MON JUN 27 Something Like Seduction
MON AUG 1 Billy Iuso & the Restless Natives
A four-piece reggae rock fusion, Something Like Seduction ventures forth from their home state of Arizona with national tours and their first full length album. Beer: Great Divide Brewing Company. Food: Marchitelli’s Gourmet Noodle.
MON JUL 4 Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe Celebrate Alpenglow’s 25th anniversary with this special concert! Highly acclaimed and in demand funk and jazz saxophonist and songwriter Karl Denson leads the powerhouse of improvisation, Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe, as one of the best live bands on the planet. Beer: Odell Brewing Company. Food: Hogwood BBQ. Please note this show is at 4:00 p.m.
New Orleans guitarist Billy Iuso’s earthy vocals and disarmingly raw sentiments lend richness to the muscular fretwork that powers his shifting bluesrock, psychedelia and soulful New Orleans funk rhythms. Beer: Telluride Brewing Company. Food: Crested Butte Rotary Club.
MON AUG 8 The 14ers Music grown by the Colorado Rockies with lively lyrics and acoustic rock songs inspired by the outdoors, beer, adventure, love and a little bit of trouble. Beer: Palisade Brewing Company. Food: Hogwood BBQ.
MON AUG 15 Mama Magnolia MON JUL 11 Kimberly Dunn Kimberly Dunn sings Texas country stories of unbridled joy, gritty determination, wide-open possibility and emotional resilience from shot-slinging bars to the church pew on Sunday morning. Beer: Elevation Beer Company. Food: Marchitelli’s Gourmet Noodle.
MON JUL 18 Highway 50 Al Laughlin, keyboardist of The Samples, brings happy ska-reggae pop with a driving jazz groove, bluesy guitar solos, melodic harmonies and introspective lyrics to Highway 50. Beer: Deschutes Brewery. Food: Delish Food Truck.
LIVE MUSIC & SHOWS
Homemade Ice Cream at every Alpenglow!
The technically-gifted musicians of Denver’s Mama Magnolia craft groovy and soul-driven landscapes of explosive horn lines, sensuous melodies and brazenly vulnerable lyrics from soul, rock, jazz, hip-hop and classical influences. Beer: Shock Top. Food: Bonez.
Cash bar with revolving specials and featured local food vendors at each Alpenglow for a perfect picnicking experience!
CB FILM FESTIVAL
Crested Butte THE CRESTED BUTTE FILM FESTIVAL partners with the Center for the Arts to bring you a powerful line up of diverse and inspiring films, audience favorites, and new independent cinematic masterpieces through a variety of ventures. The Crested Butte Monthly Films Series keeps film buffs engaged throughout the year with specially selected film on the third Thursday of every month. Thematic films are also held in partnership with other organizations and events such as the Crested Butte Wine & Food Festival. And of course, don’t miss the indulgence of the four-day festival itself the last weekend in September. For more information about films, tickets and schedules visit the Crested Butte Film Festival website.
Month ly Film Series
MONTHLY FILM SERIES PUNCH CARD Purchase a punch card for 6 or 12 films and receive a discount!
THU JUN 16 Warren Miller’s International Ocean Film Tour All that snow has to go somewhere. And Warren Miller takes us there, straight to the ocean. This tour is a series of six short films packed with windsurfing off Tasmania; free diving with sharks; surfing in Mexico; Diana Nyad swimming from Cuba to Key West; and the oceanic noise pollution created by man. Running time: 120 minutes. These films are not rated but contain some profanity. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Film at 7:00 p.m. Dinner and a Movie: $60 (includes multi-course meal, tax, tip, film ticket and a reserved VIP seat at the film). Film only: $15.
THU JUL 21 Janis: Little Girl Blue Janis Joplin is one of the most revered and iconic rock & roll singers of all time, a tragic and misunderstood figure who thrilled millions of listeners and blazed new creative trails before her death in 1971 at age 27. Janis: Little Girl Blue is an intimate and insightful portrait of a complicated, driven, and beleaguered artist. Running time: 105 minutes. This film has not been rated. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Film at 7:00 p.m. $10. THU JUN 16 Warren Miller’s International Ocean Film Tour
THU JUL 28 City of Gold
SAT JUL 30 The Hundred-Foot Journey
THU AUG 18 Where to Invade Next
THU JUL 28 City of Gold
CB FILM FESTIVAL
This film is shown in conjunction with the Crested Butte Wine & Food Festival. In this richly penetrating documentary, Pulitzer Prize-winning food critic Jonathan Gold shows us a Los Angeles where ethnic cooking is a kaleidoscopic portal to the mysteries of an unwieldy city and the soul of America. With eternal curiosity, razorsharp intellect, and existential longing, City of Gold takes us where no critic has gone before. Running time: 95 minutes. Rated R. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Film at 7:00 p.m. No charge for some pass holders. $10.
SAT JUL 30 The Hundred-Foot Journey This film is shown in conjunction with the Crested Butte Wine & Food Festival. When Hassan and his family are displaced from their native India and settle in a quaint French village, they decide to open an Indian eatery. Madame Mallory (Helen Mirren), the proprietress of an acclaimed restaurant just 100 feet away, strongly objects. War erupts until Mallory recognizes Hassan’s impressive epicurean gifts. Running time: 2 hours. Rated PG. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Film at 7:00 p.m. No charge for some pass holders. $10.
THU JUL 21 Janis: Little Girl Blue
THU AUG 18 Where to Invade Next Confronting the most pressing social issues facing us today, provocative and subversive filmmaker Michael Moore is trying to find out how to make America great again. He finds solutions in the most unlikely of places: Europe. And instead of pointing out our flaws, he imagines our possibilities. Running time: 2 hours. Rated PG. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Film at 7:00 p.m. $10.
Crested Butte Film Festival THU SEP 15 Sneak Peek of the Crested Butte Film Festival
Come kick off the Crested Butte Film Festival with a sneak peek into one of our festival favorites! Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Film at 7:00 p.m. $10.
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THU SEP 29 – SUN OCT 2 Crested Butte Film Festival
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Ninety films. Four days. One beautiful place. The Crested Butte Film Festival celebrates award-winning international films with screenings, filmmaker talks, guest celebrities, actors, parties, and events. Indulge your passion for film with narratives, documentaries, outdoor adventure, shorts, and children’s films at a variety of local venues. Look for complete schedule online September 1. Punch Packs and Pass options make it easy and affordable to attend the festival. Prices range from individual tickets for $12 to four-day, all access passes for $200. More information at www.cbfilmfest.org.
CB DANCE COLLECTIVE
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THE CRESTED BUTTE DANCE COLLECTIVE seeks to inspire self-discovery, create interpersonal connections, and build community through movement and dance through education, performance, community partnerships and professional development.
Move the Butte, Winter Season 2015/2016 Photo by Nathan Bilow
soul of th e body.
Martha Graham
Private Aerial Dance Lessons Private lessons are available for students of all levels of aerial fabric and / or lyra for ages six and up. Private lessons are catered to the students’ specific levels and provide more time on the equipment than in the larger group classes with set curriculums. A great option for a fun and unique birthday party! Available on request by calling Laura De Felice at (970) 349–7487 ext. 4 or laura@crestedbuttearts.org. $50 / hour for one person. $20 / hour for each additional person. Prices pro-rated from 45 minutes up to two hours. Up to five students per instructor. Private Aerial Dance Lessons Photo by Nathan Bilow
MON JUN 13 – MON AUG 29 Open Aerial Dance
Create Your Own Aerial Class!
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TUE JUN 14 – FRI AUG 26 Aerial Conditioning Photo by Nathan Bilow
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Supervised aerial practice sessions with no instruction! Practice and perfect your existing skills with access to lyra and silks. Participants must have been enrolled in a full session of CB Dance Collective’s Aerial Dance classes during the last 12 months or receive prior approval from CBDC. Open to ages 15 and up. July 13 – August 29. Meets Monday mornings, 8:00 – 9:00 a.m. No classes July 4, August 1, August 15. $13 / class or $110 for a 10-pack punch card valid for three months.
Aerial Conditioning
CB DANCE COLLECTIVE
Open Aerial Dance
Climbing, pulling, flipping upside-down, and holding yourself in challenging positions in the air, develop amazing overall body strength in this class. Work with lyra and aerial fabric as well as floor exercises and stretching. Aerial Conditioning focuses on balancing, strength, and flexibility. It’s a great way to build up confidence for instructed aerial dance class sessions! All levels and never-evers welcome. Open to ages 15 and up. June 14 – August 26. Meets Tuesday evenings, 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m., except July 5 & 19 when class is 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. No classes June 21; July 12, 26. Also meets Friday mornings, 8:00 – 9:00 a.m. No classes July 29, August 5. $13 / class or $110 for a 10-pack punch card valid for three months.
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GALLERY SHOWS
THE CENTER FOR THE ARTS proudly hosts two galleries displaying the work of local and regional artists throughout the year. Both galleries are free and open to the public for browsing. Art is available for purchase in both galleries, and artists often host opening receptions for their shows.
Piper Gallery
The Piper Gallery is an open gallery that serves as a vibrant home for local artists to display their work exclusively and affordably while helping to expand their careers. If you’re at a show at the Center, be sure to browse the Piper Gallery during intermission for the latest installation.
Art Studio Gallery
The Art Studio Gallery is a space devoted to art — from the tables that host a variety of art classes, to the walls and shelves that display the art of local artists and art instructors. Stop by the Art Studio Gallery during your strolls down Elk to peruse the current show.
MON JUL 25 – AUG 1 Jeremy Armstrong: “Fire and Ice” Photo by Jeremy Armstrong
MON JUN 13 – JUL 4 Mary Tuck: “Those Bloomin‘ Abstracts”
MON MAY 30 – JUN 13 Jenny Clifford: “Our Native Outdoors”
MON JUN 6 – JUL 10 Mary Tuck & Laura Elm: “The Rockin’ Foo Show”
MON JUL 11 – 21 Ivy Walker: “Land Marks”
MON JUL 11 – 21 Ivy Walker: “Land Marks”
From traditional oil painting to three-dimensional gessoed layers with gold encased aspen leaves, Jenny hopes to evoke the beauty present in the landscape through her works. At the Piper Gallery. Artist Reception: Friday, June 10. 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
With her photographs, Ivy hopes to inspire a sense of connection and wonder, fragility and strength, and draw attention to the deep resource of Nature. A portion of Ivy’s art sales benefit 1% for Open Space. At the Piper Gallery. Artist Reception: Saturday, July 16. 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
MON JUN 6 – JUL 10 Mary Tuck and Laura Elm: “The Rockin’ Foo Show” Showing animal river rocks and silver and bronze jewelry from Mary Tuck, and porcelain Foo cats and guardian creatures from Laura Elm. At the Art Studio Gallery. Artist Reception: Friday, June 24 during ArtWalk. 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.
MON JUN 13 – JUL 4 Mary Tuck: “Those Bloomin’ Abstracts” Mary Tuck shows a mixture of acrylic paintings on canvas and paper and silver clay jewelry that will take you to an imaginary place. At the Piper Gallery. Artist Reception: Wednesday, June 15. 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
MON JUL 4 – 11 Art Studio Coloring Book Show: “The Imaginators” See the original artwork created by 10 local artists for a new Adult Coloring Book! Artists include: Ivy Walker, Laura Elm, Becky Chappell, Suzanne Pierson, Mary Tuck, Donna Rozman, Melissa Mason, Bailey Hosier, Dorothy Falco, Peggy Morgan Stenmark. A portion of the proceeds of the sale of each book is donated back to the Art Studio. At the Piper Gallery. Artist Reception: Tuesday, July 5. 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
MON JUL 11 – AUG 21 Suzanne Pierson and Laura Cooper Elm: “Metaphors of Summer”
GALLERY SHOWS
MON MAY 30 – JUN 13 Jenny Clifford: “Our Native Outdoors”
Suzanne Pierson and Laura Elm show watercolor, acrylics and pottery. A portion of Suzanne Pierson’s art sales benefit 1% for Open Space. At the Art Studio Gallery. Artist Reception: Friday, July 15 and Friday, August 12 during ArtWalk. 5:00 – 8:00 p.m.
THU JUL 21 – 25 Judith Cassel-Mamet: “River Whispers” From deep shadows to brilliant colors, from still to wild and fluid, the work in “River Whispers” explores the relationship of various textures with the liquid feel of capturing a moment in time. Judith will hold an ArtTalk at her reception on “Building Layers: Working with Rosin Paper, Stitching, and Paint.” At the Piper Gallery. Artist Reception: Friday, July 22. 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
MON JUL 25 – AUG 1 Jeremy Armstrong: “Fire and Ice” “Fire and Ice” narrates in images and color one man’s journey through the forces of earth, fire, water and wind, while paying tribute to the people of Iceland and Crested Butte. At the Piper Gallery. Artist Reception: Friday, July 29. 7:30 – 9:30 p.m.
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More details on shows, exhibiting artist bios, and Artist Submission Guidelines can be found under “Visual Arts” then “Galleries” on the Center’s website.
GALLERY SHOWS MON AUG 15 – 22 Nathan Bilow and Denise Hawk: “Havana Hoy, Chrome and Balconies” Photo by Nathan Bilow
MON AUG 15 – 22 Nathan Bilow and Denise Hawk: “Havana Hoy, Chrome and Balconies”
MON JUL 4 – 11 Art Studio Coloring Book Show: “The Imaginators”
THU JUL 21 – 25 Judith Cassel-Mamet: “River Whispers”
MON AUG 1 – 15 Adele Bachman: “After Retirement: Fulfilling a Promise”
MON AUG 22 – SUN OCT 2 Jenny Clifford and Laura Cooper Elm: “Harvest Moon”
Former Crested Butte Postmistress Adele made a promise to herself: once she retired she would dedicate more time to her love of creating art. This show is the beginning of that promise. At the Piper Gallery. Artist Reception: Tuesday, August 2. 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Jenny Clifford and Laura Elm team up to bring our Elk Avenue Gallery to life with oil paintings, pottery, and colored pencil drawings. At the Art Studio Gallery. Artist Reception: Friday, September 23 during ArtWalk. 5:00 – 8:00 p.m.
MON AUG 15 – 22 Nathan Bilow and Denise Hawk: “Havana Hoy, Chrome and Balconies” View Nathan’s and Denise’s photographs taken on a joint trip to Havana, Cuba in May 2015. Student and teacher set out to document Cuba in its current state. At the Piper Gallery. Artist Reception: Wednesday, August 17. 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
MON AUG 22 – 29 Nolan Blunck Nolan’s photographs feature chairlifts and landscapes in Bozeman, Montana and Crested Butte. He strives to glorify subjects that are sometimes overlooked. At the Piper Gallery. Artist Reception: Monday, August 22. 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
GALLERY SHOWS
MON AUG 1 – 15 Adele Bachman: “After Retirement: Fulfilling a Promise”
MON AUG 29 – SEP 12 Lian Canty: “Wildflower Portraits: An Alpine Botanical Experience” Join Lian Canty as she unveils her new collection of 24 alpine botanical portraits. Come and relish in the beauty of the alpine presented through this exceptional botanical experience. At the Piper Gallery. Artist Reception: Thursday, September 1. 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
MON SEP 12 – 26 Art Studio Instructors: “Perspectives: 2016” During this group show, see the varied talents of six Art Studio instructors with pieces in pastel, mixed media, watercolor, acrylic, ceramics, jewelry and more. Presenting artists: Ivy Walker, Laura Elm, Becky Chappell, Suzanne Pierson, Mary Tuck, Donna Rozman. At the Piper Gallery. Artist Reception: Monday, September 12. 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Salvador Dali
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MON SEP 12 – 26 Art Studio Instructors: “Perspectives: 2016”
MON AUG 22 – SUN OCT 2 Jenny Clifford and Laura Cooper Elm: “Harvest Moon”
MON AUG 29 – SEP 12 Lian Canty: “Wildflower Portraits: An Alpine Botanical Experience”
THE ART STUDIO
THE ART STUDIO is a space devoted to art — as a classroom space for workshops, a working studio, and a gallery for local artists and instructors. We’re open The visual arts annex to the Center for the Arts throughout each week for located at 111 Elk Avenue shopping, to inquire about classes, or check out the space. Pop over on your stroll down Elk Avenue. It’s truly an inspiring little nook.
General Offerings
PRIVATE ART LESSONS Based on your interests, we match you with the appropriate instructor trained in the medium of your choice. View bios of our instructors and options for lesson types online. ART EVENTS & PARTIES Throw a birthday party for adults or children, host a ladies night, schedule a bridal or baby shower, and get creative! Paint pottery, take a group drawing lesson, learn watercolor, or go out and shoot photos with a pro.
SHARED ARTIST’S SPACE Dedicated working space for your creative projects with a full ceramics studio of wheels, kilns, wedging tables, tools, and work and storage space. Great for potters, but any medium is welcome! See the website for more benefits of the Shared Artist’s Space. $65 / month.
Paint Your Own Pottery Painting your own pottery is an easy way to get creative. Perfect for personalized gifts for yourself and others!
OPEN HOURS June 29 through August 26. Wednesday – Sunday. 12:00 to 5:00 p.m. Just drop in! Pay only for what you paint. Pottery prices range from $5 to $55. PAINT BY APPOINTMENT Host a private Paint Your Own Pottery event or have us bring materials to a location of your choice. $50 / group for a two-hour session at The Art Studio, plus the cost of what you choose to paint. The cost of painting at an alternate location is determined on a case-by-case basis. For details on the firing schedule and when your pottery will be ready for pick up visit the Center’s website and click on the “Visual Arts” then “Paint Your Own Pottery” tabs. We also ship!
Photo by Lydia Stern
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THE ART STUDIO OF THE CENTER FOR THE ARTS is a proud member of Artists of Crested Butte and joins ArtWalk, Crested Butte’s evening gallery stroll. The Art Studio Gallery is filled with the work of our instructors and local artists showing in the variety of mediums in which they teach. Artist Receptions for Art Studio Gallery Shows are held on ArtWalk evenings. 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Drop in to see the new show! Strolling is free, art is available for purchase. SUMMER ARTWALK DATES: FRI JUN 24; FRI JUL 15; FRI AUG 12; FRI SEP 23
WED & THU, JUN 15 – AUG 25
Middle School Art Sessions for Ages 12 – 14 Each week students immerse themselves in a different two-day long art project with rotating instructors. Pick and choose or register for them all. Topics include: JUL 27 & 28 Woodworking JUN 15 & 16 Cyanotype Photo AUG 3 & 4 Mixed Media Altered Production Photographs JUN 22 & 23 Batik & Fiber Arts AUG 10 & 11 Bronze PMC Jewelry JUN 29 & 30 Fashion Design AUG 17 & 18 Silk Painting JUL 7 & 8 Fused Warm Glass AUG 24 & 25 Leather Pouches JUL 13 & 14 Jewelry Making JUL 20 & 21 Screen Printing Instructors: Kimbre Woods, Blair Garth and Mary Tuck. Classes meet Wednesdays and Thursdays 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. $75 per two-day session.
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WED & THU, JUN 15 – AUG 25 Middle School Art Sessions
FRI JUN 24; FRI JUL 15; FRI AUG 12; FRI SEP 23 ArtWalk Studio Tours
THE ART STUDIO MON JUN 20 – AUG 22 Plein Air Watercolor Workshop Series Learn new techniques as you capture Crested Butte scenery during the most beautiful time of year. Small watercolor sketches are the focus. Instructor: Suzanne Pierson. Classes meet weekly on Mondays (no class July 4). 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. $45 per session. Supplies included or you may bring your own supplies.
FRI JUN 24 – SUN JUN 26 Frank Francese Watercolor Workshop The signature of a Francese watercolor is his use of big shapes, color … and more color! Over three days, Frank demonstrates nature scenes, country scenes, city scenes, beach scenes and nature’s moods and storms. Ample time is left for students to work on their own paintings. Instructor: Frank Francese. 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. each day. $350.
SAT JUN 25 Artists of Crested Butte Studio Tour Visit a working studio! Art Studio artists give an inside view to where they create their work, how they set up their space, the tools they use, their artistic processes and more. 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Free.
TUE JUN 28 – AUG 30 & SEP 13 & 27 Canvases & Cocktails at Bonez Restaurant In these exciting step-by-step painting classes, instructors guide the group through a painting from start to finish, giving coaching on setting up to paint, mixing color, composition and more. Instructor: Becky Chappell. Classes meet weekly on Tuesdays 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. $40 per session for your own paint, canvas and complimentary libations.
FRI JUL 1 – SEP 30 Open Wheel Throwing Join a weekly three-hour session with instruction on the wheel. Start your own journey into the joy of clay, or continue to the next level through expert guidance. Ages 12 and up. Instructor: Master Potter Laura Cooper Elm. Choose from 14 Fridays throughout the season. 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. $75 per session includes clay.
TUE JUL 5 & THU JUL 7 Metalworking: Sterling Silver Pendant Design a sterling silver pendant necklace from sheet metal, complete with chain and gemstone. Learn to use a saw, bench pin, vise, magnifiers, abrasives, motorized drill and flex shaft. Instructor: Meaghan Young. 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. each day. $55 + $40 supply fee.
Stop by the Old Rock Library to get a glimpse of the magic world of artists’ books with this traveling artists’ book show hosted by The Art Studio. After you view the books, sign up for one of two bookmaking workshops offered by Alicia Bailey at The Art Studio July 9 and 10. Exhibition Open 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. and 3:00 – 5:00 p.m. Free and open to the public.
THU JUL 7 – AUG 11 Weekly Sketching Series Explore Crested Butte with paper, pen and watercolors. Learn the basics of sketching and watercolor, recording vignettes of Crested Butte. Then head back to The Art Studio to add color. Instructor: Peggy Stenmark. Choose from six Thursdays throughout the season. 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. $35 per class or $200 for all six weeks.
THU JUL 7 & FRI JUL 8 Painting on Location in Oils with Deborah McAllister
simplifying the landscape, choosing what to put in your painting, and use of the materials. Instructor: Deborah McAllister. 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. each day. $175. Bring supplies (see list in website) or $25 to use instructor’s supplies.
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WED JUL 6 Hands on Artists’ Books: A Mobile Artists’ Book Exhibition
SAT JUL 9 Introduction to Innovative Folded Books Learn innovative book structures using paper and basic tools. Explore the Flat Reverse Hinge, Blizzard Book, Fish Fold and Pleated Spine. Ages 16 and up. Instructor: Alicia Bailey. 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. $95 + $12 supply fee.
SUN JUL 10 Tunnel or Peepshow Book: A Family Workshop Individuals or parents and kids work to create a simplified Tunnel or Peepshow Book. This sculptural book structure sets a stage by creating expanding layers or scenes. Instructor: Alicia Bailey. 10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. $70 / student or $115 for 2 students.
Paint outdoors in oil. Watch demonstrations and discuss what makes a good subject,
Edward Hopper
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TUE JUL 12 & SAT JUL 23 Precious Metal Clay
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Crested Butte
Wildflower Festival Art Classes
Although held at The Art Studio, students must sign up for these classes through the Crested Butte Wildflower Festival, July 12 – 23. Please visit www.crestedbuttewildflowerfestival.com or call (970) 349–2571 to reserve a space.
TUE JUL 12 Wildflower Photo Transfers
FRI JUL 15 Simple Sketch: Wildflowers
Learn the surprisingly easy process of transferring photos to new surfaces to create beautiful images of wildflowers! Transfer a photo to heavy paper, canvas or wood. A portion of this workshop’s tuition benefits 1% for Open Space. Instructor: Ivy Walker. 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. $70.
The Simple Sketch© technique is designed to help everyone find enjoyment in the process of learning to look more closely and work with basic art materials to capture the essence of an object. Instructor: Judith Cassel-Mamet. 10:15 a.m. – 3:15 p.m. $95.
TUE JUL 12 & SAT JUL 23 Precious Metal Clay (PMC) Jewelry Making Using wildflowers as inspiration, mold and shape precious metal clay (PMC) into beautiful pendants, rings and earrings. Instructor: Mary Tuck. Saturday, July 12: 1:00 – 6:00 p.m. Saturday, July 23: 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. $115 per session.
FRI JUL 15 OR WED JUL 20 Wildflower Canvases & Cabernet Be guided step-by-step through a painting, learning techniques and watching demonstrations, proving that anyone can create a beautiful work of art. Instructor: Mary Tuck. 5:30 – 8:00 p.m. $65 per class.
SAT JUL 16 OR FRI JUL 22 Painting Petals in Paradise
WED JUL 13 Wildflower Monoprinting with Gelli Plates Monoprinting is a magical printmaking technique combining color and texture and producing random, wonderful effects. Make a mountain of prints, using natural materials and texture tools. Instructor: Judith Cassel-Mamet. 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. $85.
Paint watercolor en plein air. Be enticed by fun, new techniques, tips and demos resulting in your own wondrous paintings. Instructor: Suzanne Pierson. 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. $75 per session.
SUN JUL 17 Wildflower Paper Cutouts Create decorative paper cutouts inspired by wildflowers. Complete either a paper cutout mobile or series of cards. A portion this workshop’s tuition benefits 1% for Open Space. Instructor: Ivy Walker. 9:00 a.m.
THU JUL 14 Creating Art in the Landscape During a moderate hike through the wildflowers, make temporary works of art in the landscape, much like well-known artist, Andy Goldsworthy. A portion of this workshop’s tuition benefits 1% for Open Space. Instructor: Ivy Walker. 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. $65.
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WED JUL 20 Pastels in the Garden
Play with a variety of mediums while learning how to quickly capture the shapes and shadows of the clouds, mountains and valleys. Instructor: Judith CasselMamet. 10:15 a.m. – 3:15 p.m. $95.
Spend the afternoon capturing the beautiful shapes and colors of Crested Butte’s amazing flowers through drawing with chalk pastels on paper. Instructor: Becky Chappell. 2:00 – 5:00 p.m. $70.
TUE JUL 19 Acrylic Painting on River Rocks Learn to paint wildflowers, animals and other natural subjects on the smooth surfaces of local river rocks. Seal it for the garden, walkway or to display indoors. Instructor: Mary Tuck. 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. $55.
TUE JUL 19 Mixed Media Wildflowers Apply paint in layers, then add texture elements with bubble wrap, netting, grids, stencils and more. Afterwards collage flowers with different papers, and glaze with paint to finish. Instructor: Becky Chappell. 1:30 – 4:30 p.m. $65.
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MON JUL 18 Simple Sketch: Landscapes
THU JUL 21 Coloring Wildflowers, Sound Currents & Tea Time!
Come enjoy Tea Time, listen to sound currents, and learn about colored pencils, simple color theory, and how to create contrasting POP in your images! Instructor: Caroline McLean. 3:00 – 6:00 p.m. $60.
FRI JUL 22 & SAT JUL 23 Wildflower Art Journal Immersion Using mixed media, fill your pages with layers, texture and color. Learn basic collage techniques, simple sketch tricks, and photo tips. Classes meet in Mt. Crested Butte. Instructor: Judith Cassel-Mamet. 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. on both days. $245 includes materials, beverages, lift ticket and lunch both days. Photo by Lydia Stern
Crested Butte THU JUL 28 Canvases & Cabernets
FRI JUL 29 Art & Wine Walk of the Town
SUN JUL 31 Watercolor & Wine
Spend the late afternoon in an exciting step-by-step painting class, tasting an array of wines while you paint. All painting supplies and wine are provided along with cheese and crackers. Ages 21 and up. Instructors: Mary Tuck and Becky Chappell. 4:00 – 6:30 p.m. $75.
Enjoy a guided stroll through Crested Butte art galleries. Learn about Oregon wines with miniseminars presented by Todd Stewart (Elk Cove Vineyards) and E.G. Morgan (Firesteed Winery). Ages 21 and up. 2:30 – 4:30 p.m. $40.
Sip on wine while working with water pens, easels, brushes and paint to record your impressions of flowers, mountain landscapes and the breathtaking views at the Umbrella Bar on Crested Butte Mountain. Ages 21 and up. Instructor: Suzanne Pierson. 2:00 – 4:30 p.m. $75.
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THE ART STUDIO THU JUL 21 – AUG 11 Silversmithing I Create a set of five stackable sterling silver rings, each with its own metal texture. Learn soldering, annealing, chasing and polishing, and more. Instructor: Meaghan Young. Class meets every Thursday for four weeks. 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. $140 + $45 supply fee.
SUN JUL 24 Mandalas for Mindfulness Come and experience the relaxation, focus, and rejuvenation brought upon by drawing mandalas. Drawings are small, done with Prismacolor pencil on archival paper. Instructor: Carol Connor. 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. $45.
TUE JUL 26 Exploring Nature and the Photographer’s Creative Vision Examine creativity through wildflowers, diverse lens, light and viewpoints. Explore flower structures, habitats and population dynamics. This class is suited to both the beginner and advanced photographer. Instructor: Caroline McLean. 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. $45. TUE JUL 26 Exploring Nature and the Photographer’s Creative Vision
MON AUG 1, 8 & 15 Glass Sampler Workshops In three workshops, learn etching, fusing and painting on glass. Sign up for just one or register for all three. Beginners are welcome! Instructor: Christina Stillwaggon. 1:00 – 4:30 p.m. each session. $75 per class or $200 for the series. AUG 1 Etching on Glass Etch your own three-dimensional image onto glass using a vinyl resist and a sandblaster. AUG 8 Glass Fusing Learn fusing techniques using various colored pieces of glass. Assemble the shapes onto clear sheet glass with the aid of glass adhesive. Glass is fused in the kiln. AUG 15 Painting on Glass Design and complete a piece of stained glass. Learn to mix water-based enamels to be kilnfired. Christina demonstrates the unique painting techniques of washes, outlines and marking.
FRI SEP 9 – SUN SEP 11 Ripple 3-Day Women‘s Art Retreat: Fall + Aspens + Travel Journaling
TUE AUG 9 Upcycle & Reimagine
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TUE AUG 2 Discovering Personal Symbols Engage in a small group endeavor as Carol Connor guides you in intuiting for each other. Then interpret and draw characteristics for each participant, using highquality colored pencils on colored paper. Instructor: Carol Connor. 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. $45.
TUE AUG 16 & THU AUG 18 Metalworking: Sterling Silver Pendant Design a sterling silver pendant necklace from sheet metal, complete with chain and gemstone. Learn to use a saw, bench pin, vise, magnifiers, abrasives, motorized drill and flex shaft. Instructor: Meaghan Young. 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. each day. $55 + $40 supply fee.
TUE AUG 9 Upcycle & Reimagine When ordinary materials are seen with appreciation and open mindedness, discarded things can be re-purposed into extraordinary art. Come play and experiment! Instructor: Carol Connor. 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. $75.
THU SEP 8 – OCT 20 Silversmithing I Create a set of five stackable sterling silver rings, each with its own metal texture. Learn soldering, annealing, chasing and polishing, and more. Instructor: Meaghan Young. Class meets Thursdays for six weeks (no class October 6). 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. $140 + $45 supply fee.
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th e soul. Dieter Uch tdorf
Ripple 3-Day Wom en‘s Art Retreat: Fall + Aspens + Travel Journaling
Spend three full days immersed in the art of journal making and mixed media creative expression. Dinner on Friday, lunch on Saturday and Sunday, and wine and chocolate on Saturday night are included. Instructor: Judith Cassel-Mamet. Day 1: 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. Day 2: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. & 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. Day 3: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. $450 includes instruction, materials and meals.
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Second Annual Commu nity Collaborative
Iron Pour photos by Nathan Bilow
COME WATCH THE SPARKS FLY! An Iron Pour is the creation of sculpture through the pouring of molten iron into molds. In the preceding weeks of the Iron Pour on October 6, artists, interns and community members (including kids!) have the opportunity to work on pieces to cast the Pour.
ARTIST RESIDENCIES Week-long residencies for artists with daily workshops, discussions and a lot of time for creating and sculpting.
INTERNSHIPS Earn college and university credit for your work in helping to conduct the pour.
For details, pricing, registration and applications for Artist Residencies and Internships visit www.crestedbuttearts.org and click on “Visual Arts” then “Community Iron Pour.”
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Sand Block Prices
Sand Block Carving Events allow you to make an easy iron sculpture of your own. Etch your unique design into a pre-made sand block at one of our carving events. At the Iron Pour molten iron poured into your sand block leaves you with your own amazing iron sculpture.
Small Block: $35 Medium Block: $50 Large Block: $75
Sand Block Carving Events SUN SEP 18 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Crested Butte Farmer's Market SUN SEP 25 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Crested Butte Farmer's Market TUE SEP 27 5:30-7:30 p.m. Center for the Arts SUN OCT 2 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Crested Butte Farmer's Market THU OCT 6 4:30 p.m. – Pour Time Crested Butte Town Overlook
THU OCT 6 The Iron Pour The extremely visual and aesthetic Iron Pour is a sight to see with artists pouring their sculptures complete with glowing molten iron, sparks and displays. Everyone is welcome! 4:30 p.m. Burn-in: Fires are started by the professional pour team. 5:30 p.m. Pouring Begins: Artists begin pouring their work as well as community sand blocks. There’s still time to carve a block for your own iron sculpture until dark! 7:30 p.m. Iron Pour Performances: It’s dark, there’s molten iron, and sparks and displays. Don't miss this portion! Dress warmly. Photo by Sienna Brooks
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FOR THIS SUMMER & FALL 2016! CULINAARY & VINTNER ARTS
THE ART STUDIO OF THE CENTER FOR THE ARTS whips up a tantalizing series of culinary classes! Some of the Gunnison Valley’s most creative chefs share their artful expertise in cooking, baking and presentation. Sign up for a workshop and learn something new! FRI JUN 17 Pastable! — Easy Homemade Pasta with Rose Reyes Meet in the Studio West kitchen to learn how to make homemade pasta and red sauce using a simple pasta maker and organic ingredients. Instructor: Chef Rose Reyes. 5:00 – 8:30 p.m. $75 includes ingredients, instruction and wine pairing.
THU JUN 23 Puff Pastry Dough Desserts with Local Cherries Learn how to make versatile puff pastry dough through demo and hands-on preparation with an awardwinning pastry chef. Delve into hand pies, turnovers, strudel, tarts, danishes and twists. Instructor: Chef Danielle Riesz, Wildflour Sweets. 2:00 – 5:30 p.m. $125 includes ingredients, instruction and beverages.
Pizza! Dough & Sauce From Scratch: A Family Workshop Learn the art of tossing and stretching Chicago Deep Dish, Detroit and regular crusts, then piling on the ingredients. Gain real skills for making pizza at home. Kids and adults ages 7 and up. Instructor: Chef Danny Lefebvre, Mario’s. $35 per person or $50 for two. See website for date and time. Photo by Lydia Stern
THU JUN 23 Puff Pastry
Pizza! A Family Workshop
FRI JUN 17 Pastable!
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15th Annual Our Delectable, Signature Fundraising Series Returns!
RAISE YOUR GLASSES TO THE 15TH ANNUAL TOUR DE FORKS, the delectable, signature fundraising series for the Center for the Arts Crested Butte. Throughout the Tour de Forks events of the summer, food and architectural enthusiasts visit a variety of private homes and dine on epicurean delights. Dining is an experience, as the hottest trending chefs from Crested Butte, Kansas City, Aspen, Denver and Gunnison strut their stuff in the freedom of Tour de Forks to showcase their greatest and most creative talents. Homes range from sharp modern décor and design, to ornate renditions reminiscent of medieval times. Throughout the Tour you may travel to experience an authentic Argentinean asado at a pastoral ranch, or an haute cuisine immersion with Oysters Rockefeller. This year, many events feature sommelier paired wine tastings to perfectly complement every delicious morsel. Full details on each Tour de Forks event can be found on the Center’s website. Or stop by The Center’s box office to pick up a complete brochure. Reservations are required. THU JUN 30 An Entertaining Entrance
TUE JUL 12 Fresh Fusions Cooking Class
Chef / Owner Michael Marchitelli of Marchitelli’s Gourmet Noodle at Sandy and Roger Dorf’s home in Glacier Lily Estates. 6:00 p.m. $250.
Chef / Co-Creator Lori Frank of Twisted Fork at Christie and Christian Weichsel’s home in Crested Butte. 11:30 a.m. $100.
SUN JUL 10 Rocky Mountain Ritz Sold out!
SUN JUL 17 European Influences
Chefs Lon and Stewart Lane and Chef Dan Figueroa of Lon Lane’s Inspired Occasions at Noel and Robert McCarter’s home in Skyland. 6:00 p.m. $250. Underwritten by the McCarters, and 100% tax deductible.
Chef / Owner Chris Lanter of Cache Cache at Gay Garner’s home in Skyland. 6:00 p.m. $200.
Culinary Classes at th e Center
THE CENTER FOR THE ARTS OFFERS A SERIES OF MONTHLY CULINARY CLASSES THIS SUMMER! Get your hands dirty and learn tips and tricks from some of the Gunnison Valley’s most well-known chefs and pastry chefs. Visit the Center’s website to view the lineup and register.
SAT AUG 20 Dinner With a Scientist
Chef David Wooding of AlpenChix and Owner Ben Diem of Bonez at Marilyn and Rob Gentry’s home in Skyland. 6:00 p.m. $200.
Chef Kalon Wall of Supper at The Sunflower and RMBL scientists at Rocky Mountain Biological Laboratory. 5:30 p.m. $200.
FRI JUL 22 Worldly Wagyu Dinner & Jamie Lin Wilson Concert
MON AUG 22 Dawn to Dusk Golf Challenge
Chef Michael Marsee of Yarmony Ranch Wagyu and Owner of Hogwood BBQ and wine presenter Scott Duncan with a house concert from Jamie Lin Wilson at Annaliese and Skye Houseman’s home in Whetstone Vista. 6:00 p.m. $200.
Golfers raise $1,000 in sponsorship money for playing 100 holes of golf. Breakfast at 7:00 a.m., tee time at 8:00 a.m. Player & Sponsor Celebration Party to follow at 4:00 p.m. at Kathy and Andy Rector’s home with Colorado small plates from Chef Ashley Davis and Chef / Owner Douglas Dodd of Coal Creek Grill, and music by Chuck Grossman and Dawne Belloise.
WED JUL 27 A Modern Gothic Chef / Butcher David Wright of Euclid Hall at Haythem Dawlett’s home in Skyland. 6:00 p.m. $250.
FRI AUG 26 Argentinian Asado SUN AUG 14 Chefs on the Edge: Battle of the Valley Four-time Chefs on the Edge Chef Jason Vernon of Soupçon Bistro takes on Chef Chris Schlaudecker of Uley’s Cabin (Mt. Crested Butte) and Chef Lori Frank of Twisted Fork (Gunnison) in a Battle of the Valley. Emcee Michael Marchitelli. Food & Drink: 4:00 p.m. Competition: 5:30 p.m. After Party: 8:30 p.m. $25 General Admission / $125 VIP Seating.
TUE AUG 16 City Sensibility Chef / Owner Mike Busse of Garlic Mike’s at Wendy and Chris Bales’ home in Crested Butte. 6:00 p.m. $200.
Chef / Owner Spencer Hestwood of Ginger Café at Jackie and Paul Kingsbury’s home on the Slate River across from Hidden River Ranch 5:30 p.m. $200.
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TUE JUL 19 High Mountain Mexico
SAT SEP 3 End of Season Celebration Chef /Owner Tim Egelhoff of Tim Egelhoff Chef Services at Jay Jones’ home in Crested Butte. 6:00 p.m. $200.
TUE SEP 6 Get Crafty in the Kitchen — Cooking Class Chef / Owner Curtis Higgins of Elk Ave Prime at Gloria and Ren Kern’s home in Skyland. 11:30 a.m. $100.
THU AUG 18 An Historic Journey in Time Chef David Wooding of AlpenChix and Pastry Chef Daniell Riesz of Wildflour Sweets along with historians Cathy Sporcich and Brian Levine at Joy and Paul Adams’ home in Crested Butte. 6:00 p.m. $200.
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Life is so endlessly delicious.
Ruth Reich l
Tour de Forks photos by Lydia Stern
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JULY 28–31, 2016 THE CRESTED BUTTE WINE & FOOD FESTIVAL strives to enlighten and educate attendees with a variety of seminars, elevated dining events, food pairings and outdoor activities. The festival brings world-class national, regional and local chefs along with well-known and boutique wineries to each event. The signature Grand Tasting features over 500 wines from more than 25 wineries and distributors. The variety of wine-related activities and seminars include lunch and wine pairings, hikes with gourmet lunches, an historical tour of Crested Butte’s ghost sightings, art classes and more. The Winemaker Dinner, Farm to Table Dinner, Sunday Brunch and Grand Finale of Extravagant Wines & Exquisite Food at Soupçon Bistro boast renowned national chefs, our best local chefs, and wine presentations by winemakers and winery owners for stunning fine dining opportunities. Oenophiles, connoisseurs, foodies or folks who just like food and wine — the festival has something for everyone.
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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS PLATINUM
Carol Ann May & Jim Saindon GOLD
SILVER CULINARY CHAMPION
ROBERT & NOEL Mc CARTER
BRONZE Edible Southwest Colorado
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GRANDE SPONSOR $35,000 Overall Festival Sponsor
CULINARY CHAMPION $10,000 PATRON CIRCLE Couple $2,500 Underwriter of the Winemaker Individual $1,250 Dinner and Farm to Table Dinner For details on Festival Sponsorship benefits and gifts please visit the website at www.crestedbuttearts.org and click on “Programs,” then “CB Wine & Food Festival,” then “Sponsor the Festival.”
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Festival Sch edule of Events
THURSDAY, JULY 28 8:00 a.m.
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TAKE A HIKE! INTERMEDIATE / ADVANCED WINE HIKE & PICNIC LUNCH Presented in partnership with the Crested Butte Wildflower Festival. Featuring Chef Ashley Odom (Feast & Merriment), Rachael Macaluso (Guarachi Wine Partners), and Sommelier Aaron Tomcak (Mountain Spirits). $80 WINE & DINE 4-COURSE LUNCH & WINE PAIRING Featuring Chef Curtis Higgins, Winery Owner Jim Foley (Séamus Wines) and Winemaker / Founder Edgar Torres (Bodega De Edgar). At Elk Ave Prime. $90 CROQUET & WINE FESTIVAL KICK-OFF Enjoy wine, bites from Chef Michael Marsee (Hogwood BBQ); sensory tasting with Kathryn Anne LaTour; wineglass etching; and prizes for croquet at the Center for the Arts to kick off the festival. $10 ART SEMINAR CANVASES & CABERNETS Presented by the Art Studio of the Center for the Arts. A fun, interactive painting session and wine tasting with Mary Tuck and Becky Chappell on the Center for the Arts Outdoor Stage. $75 WINEMAKER DINNER Featuring Winemaker Margo VanStaaveren (Chateau St. Jean) and Sommelier Christine Milam (Rioja); Chef Dana Zobs (Crested Butte’s Personal Chefs), Chef Jennifer Jasinski (Rioja), Chef Dana Rodriguez (Work & Class) and Chef Danielle Riesz (Wildflour Sweets). $250 FILM CITY OF GOLD Presented by the Crested Butte Film Festival at the Center for the Arts. $10
FRIDAY, JULY 29 9:00 a.m.
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VIP FOUNDER’S BRUNCH Invitation-only breakfast featuring Chef Dana Zobs and Chef Stacee VanAernem (Crested Butte’s Personal Chefs) for Grande Sponsors, Culinary Champions, and Patron Circle members. Hosted at a private home in Crested Butte. Meet festival chefs, winemakers, and sommeliers. SEMINAR RIEDEL GLASSWARE — TASTE THE DIFFERENCE Learn the relationship between the shape of a glass and our perception and enjoyment of wines. Price includes Riedel glassware set. At Elk Ave Prime. $80 SEMINAR INTEGRITY OF FOOD at the Center for the Arts. Free WINE & DINE LUNCH & WINEMAKER WINE PAIRING Featuring Winemaker Molly Lonborg (Halter Ranch Winery), Wine Expert Macey Bires (Halter Ranch Winery); and Chef Michael Marchitelli (Marchitelli’s Gourmet Noodle). At Marchitelli’s Gourmet Noodle. $90 SEMINAR THE OAKING OF WINE The effects of different styles and timing of oak on red wine. Featuring Winery Owners James and Mark Blanchard (Blanchard Family Wines). On the Center for the Arts Outdoor Stage. $40 SEMINAR SPANISH WINES — THEY’RE SO HOT RIGHT NOW An introduction to Spanish wines and why they’re all the rage. With Sommelier Christine Milam (Rioja). On the Center for the Arts Outdoor Stage. $40
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ART & WINE WALK OF THE TOWN Enjoy a guided stroll through Crested Butte art galleries. Learn about Oregon wines with mini-seminars presented by Todd Stewart (Elk Cove) and E.G. Morgan (Firesteed). Art galleries include The Art Studio, John Ingham Gallery, Kasala Gallery, Oh Be Joyful Gallery, Gallery 3 and River Light Art Gallery. $40 ON THE MENU SUSTAINABILITY ISSUES IN TODAY’S FOOD SYSTEMS A panel discussion at The Center with Alex Seidel (Fruition, Mercantile Dining & Provision), Jorel Pierce (Stoic & Genuine), Kelly Whitaker (Cart-Driver, Basta), Adam Danforth (Author / Master Butcher), and many more. Free FARM TO TABLE WINEMAKER DINNER Featuring Chef David Wooding (AlpenChix), Chef Tom Coohill (Coohills), Chef Max MacKissock (Bar Dough), Chef John Tesar (Knife), Chef Michael Marsee (Hogwood BBQ), and Wine Experts Cushing and Tripp Donelan (Donelan Family Wines). At a private residence on The Bench. $250 SEMINAR WEED & WINE Dive into the new world of weed and wine pairings. Presented in partnership with SOMA and Sommelier Aaron Tomcak. $50
SATURDAY, JULY 30 9:00 a.m.
GHOSTORIC WALK OF THE TOWN Join Glo Cunningham of the Crested Butte Mountain Heritage Museum for a walking history tour of Crested Butte and its lingering spirits. A few stops for cocktails, concluding at Coal Creek Grill for lunch with Innkeeper Douglas Dodds, Chef Ashley Davis and Winery Owner Christine De Loach (Hook & Ladder Winery). $80 LET’S HIKE! BEGINNER / INTERMEDIATE WINE HIKE & PICNIC LUNCH Presented in partnership with the Crested Butte Wildflower Festival. With Chef Ashley Odom (Feast & Merriment), Winery Owner Paul Sobon (Sobon Wines), and Sommelier Aaron Tomcak (Mountain Spirits). $80 GRAND TASTING INDUSTRY HOUR Invitation-only event for professionals in the wine and food industries. GRAND TASTING Featuring over 500 national and international wines; Crested Butte Photo Booth; caricature drawings by Matthew Doubek; wine glass etching; live music by Free the Honey Duo; and more! At Big Mine Ice Arena. Early Bird Admission ($65) available thru May 15. $75 Admission / $30 Designated Driver and Under 21. FILM THE HUNDRED-FOOT JOURNEY Presented by the Crested Butte Film Festival at the Center for the Arts. $10
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SUNDAY, JULY 31 10:00 a.m.
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BURSTING WITH BUBBLES SUNDAY BRUNCH Featuring Chef / Owner Chris Sullivan (Mountain Oven Organic Bakery); Sommelier Darin Thorn and Wine Expert Susie Mayr. At a private home in Riverbend. $90 ART SEMINAR WATERCOLOR & WINE Presented by the Art Studio of the Center for the Arts. A fun, interactive painting session and wine tasting with Suzanne Pierson at the Umbrella Bar at Ten Peaks at Crested Butte Mountain Resort. $75 A GRAND FINALE OF EXTRAVAGANT WINES & EXQUISITE FOOD Indulge in a 5-course menu at Soupçon Bistro with Chef / Owner Jason Vernon (Soupçon Bistro). Featuring Sommeliers Darin Thorn and Roland Herrmann (Maisons Marques & Domaines). $1,000. This event is underwritten by Festival Chair Carol Ann May and is 100% Tax Deductible.
Events subject to change without notice.
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FUNDRAISING & SUPPORT
Tour de Forks volunteers Photo by Nathan Bilow
Th ere Are Many Ways to Support th e Center! AS THE CENTER FOR THE ARTS CONTINUES TO GROW PROGRAMS in order to meet the needs of our diverse community and prepare for a facility expansion, we appreciate support at a variety of different levels. Operating the Center as an affordable community facility means that we must rely on contributions and fundraising for about two-thirds of our budget. We offer special fundraising groups to support the Center’s mission of offering engaging opportunities and educational experiences to enrich and expand the life of our community as well as a variety of volunteer opportunities.
VOLUNTEER Join other people just like you who want to support creativity and nurture arts in our community. There are many ways to help the Center such as setting up for events, taking tickets, door security, welcoming visitors, delivering brochures, putting up posters, helping with social media, cataloging photographs and much more. Sign up to be a Center volunteer at www.crestedbuttearts.org / Volunteer.
SPECIAL SUPPORT FOR FUNDRAISING EVENTS These special volunteers help execute signature Center fundraisers such as Tour de Forks, Crested Butte Wine & Food Festival, and Chefs on the Edge. Volunteer your home for an event, help organize, or help serve and host. Sign up to be a Center volunteer at www.crestedbuttearts.org / Volunteer. CENTER CIRCLE Our members have a tremendous impact on the success of the Center’s ability to provide relevant, cutting-edge arts programs and education opportunities to our community year round. Your annual membership of $1,000 per year for three years makes the Center for the Arts the thriving organization it is today! FOUNDERS’CLUB The Founders’ Club plays a key leadership role in preserving and maintaining the success of the Center for the Arts. Your leadership support of $2,500 per year ensures the Center’s ability to be responsive to the needs of the community.
JOIN OUR BOARD OF DIRECTORS The Board of Directors plays a critical role in the success of the Center for the Arts. Their primary responsibility is to fulfill and promote the mission of the Center through leadership and sharing of expertise. Focusing on the goals of: Strategic Resource Development; Remarkable Human Resources; Extraordinary Mission Delivery; and Creating a Best-in-Class Facility, each board member serves as an ambassador in the community — instilling their passion for the arts by encouraging the community to get involved!
For more information on donor levels & sponsorship opportunities:
CONTACT ERICA DAUGHERTY, DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR AT (970) 349–7487, EXT. 7. DONATIONS MAY ALSO BE MADE THROUGH THE CENTER’S WEBSITE.
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PLEASE JOIN US TO MAKE A NEW COMMUNITY ARTS CENTER A REALITY
Alpin Hong Photo by Nathan Bilow
Center for th e Arts is th e past, present & future of th e arts in Crested Butte!
FOR AN UPDATE ON THE PROJECT OR TO MAKE A DONATION TO THE CAMPAIGN, PLEASE CONTACT JENNY BIRNIE, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AT (970) 349–7476 OR JENNY@CRESTEDBUTTEARTS.ORG
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Thank You to Our Generous Supporters! Leadersh ip Circle
Tony Abyad Crested Butte Mountain Resort
Anne Lamkin Kinder Susan and Mike Lawhon Padon Leadership Learning Systems
Carol Ann May and Jim Saindon Bill and Anita Vallett
Spotligh t James and Deanna Bodenstedt Bill and Lenni Burke Gail and Jim Digate
Jeff Hermanson Ben and Mary Gwen Hulsey Nina Kingsdale
Light Charitable Trust Peak Property Management Bruce and Alice Ann Street
Benefactor Arthur Kontos Foundation Dianne Baker Jeff and Mickie Bragalone Jeff and Loretta Clarke Scott and Debra Duncan
Anonymous Bruce and Debbie Alpern Loretta and Jeff Clarke Susan DeFelice Joe and Susan Downes Cindi Faulkner and Dana Howard Don and Cathey Humphries Ren and Gloria Kern
Joy and Paul Adams Mary and Richard Allen Bruce and Debbie Alpern Doris and William Altman Kathy and Rick Barnard Fred and Sue Barry John and Melissa Belkin Susan and Kevin Beltz Joel Benisch Roy and Toni Bliss Jeff and Mickie Bragalone Larry and Debbie Brannian John and Emily Bruno Nan and Fred Buxton Mary and Rick Bush Shelle Carrig and Becky Frey Gus and Karen Comiskey Cjay and Megan Clark Wayne and Leslie Collins Phil and Missy Chamberland Dan and Nancy Chapman
Henry and Sandra Estess Balie and Beverly Griffith Ren and Gloria Kern Owens Property Management Bill and Cynthia Peatross
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Susan Lawhon Margery Feldberg and Jeremy Levin Bobby and Pam Nichols Carol Ann May and Jim Saindon John Kozyak and Barbara Silverman Mike and Shelley Lockwood Bill and Cynthia Peatross
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Joe and Marie Chocole Reggie and Susie Coon John and Jeri DeFeo Arlo and Barbara DeKraai Sandy and Roger Dorf Sterling and Melissa Doster Peter and Kathleen Esposito John and Heather Featherman John Ferguson Frank and Linda Fialkoff Ken and Jaunea Ford Christe and Tim Fretthold Rosie Gebhart The Collin Weston Memorial Fund Rob and Marilyn Gentry Tony and Tina Guilder John and Margie Haley Beverly and Bailie Griffith Mike and Gracy Hall Don Haver
Pine Tree Foundation Carol Webb and Don Wemlinger James Williamson
Britt and Kay Rice Gail and Kip Richards Andy and Julia Shoup Simple Signal Tony and Randi Stroh Paul and Donna Witt Maxine and Jack Zarrow Foundation
Anne Hickman Jim and Ynette Hogue Bill and Carolyn Huckabay Don and Cathey Humphreys Pat and Jane Jenevein Anne Lamkin Kinder Allison Kern Susan Lawhon Leadership Learning Systems Ed and Judy Ligon Live Oak Foundation Tonie and Charles Mann Tem and Maggie McElroy David and Patty Miller M.J. and Jim Miller David and Carolyn Moore Sammy and Therese Nagem David and Marj O’Reilly Cille and Mike Ribaudo Donald and Natalie Risinger
Britt and Kay Rice Anne and Bill Ronai Randy and Barbara Rosenblatt Donna Rozman Jerrie Runice Jim Runner Elisabeth Sherratt Julia and Andy Shoup Neil and Peggy Sisson Bruce and Alice Ann Street David and Judy Snowden Jan and Dan Terry Randi and Tony Stroh Kate Tillery Sharon and Ted Troy Mark and Kim Walter Marv and Marty Weidner Larry and Alice West Travis and Sherri West Beth and Ben Wegbreit Rodi and Dick Whiting Leah and Wynn Williams
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Backcountry Cannabis Chris Kopf — Coldwell Banker Bighorn Realty Clear Rivers Holistics Crested Butte / Mt. Crested Butte Rotary Club Fitz’s Mountain Colors Painting
Kleen Kanteen Mountain Surfaces Rocky Mountain Trees and Landscaping Sign Guys and Gal The Last Steep Yoga for the Peaceful
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Black Dragon Construction Crested Butte Electric Edible Southwest Colorado Go Vino Jack & Paula J. D. Belkin & Associates, LLC Milky Way Boutique Sunlit Architecture The Mountain Store
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Thank You to Our Amazing Sponsors!
JUL 28 – 31 Wine & Food Festival JUN – SEP Tour de Forks
Culinary & Vintner Arts
FRI JUL 15 Paper Bird
Live Music
THU JUL 21 Janis: Little Girl Blue
Film
Piper Gallery
AUG 15 – 22 Nathan Bilow and Denise Hawk: “Havana Hoy, Chrome and Balconies”
TUE JUL 12 Leftover Cuties
Live Music
THU JUL 7 Suzy Bogguss
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