Center for the Arts Summer Season Events

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9/13 Shawn Mullins

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WELCOME

This is your comprehensive guide to all of the programs the Center for the Arts in Crested Butte will be offering during the Summer of 2013. 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.

Everyone is welcome at the Center — whether it’s filling your evening with an after-dinner concert or film, broadening your horizons with a plein air painting workshop, or learning & TS ON E to fly through the air like a circus artist.

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The future we truly desire Truly unrivaled in Colorado as a captivating and welcoming place, The Center for the Arts brings people together to share, inspire, nurture, educate, and enjoy arts and culture.

Our purpose As a home for arts and culture, The Center for the Arts offers engaging opportunities and educational experiences to enrich and expand the life of our community.

We believe that: • Arts and cultural experiences are for everyone.

• Arts and cultural experiences expand horizons, bring people together in ways that create opportunities for meaningful conversation, challenge assumptions, and ultimately, enrich our daily lives.

• Creativity, innovation, diversity, and spontaneity add value to the work of The Center and to the life of our community.

• Accessibility and inclusiveness are at the heart of the Center’s mission and reason for being.

• The Center is for everyone.

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CONTENTS

Alpenglow Our signature free summer concert series 6–9 Summer Season Concerts, dance, children’s theatre and more 10–11 Crested Butte Film Series Award winning independent, 4–5

national and international films

CB Dance Collective Take lessons from aerial arts to hip hop 14–23 The Art Studio Create through photography, clay, drawing, 12–13

painting, knitting and more

Piper Gallery See the creative outpourings of local artists 26–29 Special Fundraising Events Tour de Forks, Wine & Food Festival, 24–25

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In 2012 alone the Center welcomed over 30,000 people through its doors through 58 Center presentations, 56 rental events (21 of which were for non-profits), 73 rental rehearsals and five school events. There were 20 Piper Gallery Receptions for local and regional artists. The Crested Butte Dance Collective held 23 classes on the Center Stage serving over 430 dancers. Their annual sell-out smash hit Move the Butte currently entertains over 1,000 dance enthusiasts. The Art Studio conducted over 90 days of instruction to over 830 budding artists at our satellite campus at 111 Elk Avenue.

Photo by Nathan Bilow As each day passes, we are adding more classes, more workshops, more opportunities for the visual arts, more invigorating performances in the arts. Through all of this it is our vision, our mission and our values that guide our every move.

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6/24 Urban Island Steel Conjuring the feelings of warm Carribean sun and sinking your toes in the sand, Urban Island Steel maximizes the versatility of the melodious steel drum to perform danceable Caribbean folk tunes, popular island music, and unexpected pop classics. Food Vendor: Office of Resource Efficiency.

David Mayfield Parade, 7/1

7/8 Yo Mamma’s Big Fat Booty Band Deeply rooted in funk and fully committed to the ongoing evolution of the genre, Yo Mama’s Big Fat Booty Band has a sound that is unique, yet has the power and soul to create lasting melodies and seismic rhythms. Food Vendor: Ginger Café. Sponsor: Building Industry Night.

7/15 Desert Noises

7/1 David Mayfield Parade David Mayfield concocts eclectic, cinematic songs that stir up images of the old West and urban cityscapes with charisma, heart and comedy. Food Vendor: Ashley Odom.

Yo Mamma’s Big Fat Booty Band, 7/8

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Desert Noises make music for shouting into canyons, jumping into rivers, and getting married to the wide-open road. With definite strains of blues and Americana, their oftenferocious delivery and penchant for shredding guitars elicits a powerful transcendence into psychedelic rock. Food Vendor: Mikey’s Pizza.

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Mountain Standard Time’s own brand of “Rocky Mountain FreeGrass” is anything but traditional, leading acoustically with guitar and mandolin, MST boasts a big, full-band sound with keyboards, electric bass, drums, and electronic effects. Food Vendor: Lucky Dog.

Hailing from Los Angeles, The Far West play a country that is technically pure, slightly jaded, no-nonsense and honest with stellar storytelling for every-man. This is music you can dance to, start a brawl with or cry in your beer over — however the spirit moves you.

Food vendor: Slogar.

8/12 The Empty Bottle Blues Band with Opal Moon

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7/29 New Speedway Boogie Paying tribute to the spirit and tunes of the Grateful Dead by keeping alive the improvisation that made their mentors famous, NSB adds a fresh spark of creativity and passion to a music that truly knows no musical boundaries. Food Vendor and Sponsor: Rotary Night.

Come celebrate Gunnison County’s local talent!

The zesty gumbo that is The Empty Bottle Blues Band will fire you up like a hot southern night from the slow rockin’ blues to the git down n’ boogie blues. The local spice is Aaron Tomcak on bass, Tommy Rudder on drums, Frank Mesiti on guitar and vocals, Tyler Lucas on guitar, and Chuck McKenrick on keyboards. The Opal Moon Band is a honky tonk and Western group playing an eclectic variety of country and western, rhythm and blues, and rock and roll.

The Opal Moon Bands is Evelyn Roper, vocals and guitar; Dio Musquiz Jr, bass; Sean Turner, guitar and vocals; and Mike Alex, drums. Food Vendor: Mountain Roots Food Project.

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6/10–6/28 Xanadu Performing Arts Company: Summer Theater Camp Xanadu Performing Arts Company is designed to inspire and motivate children ages 5–18.

Campers experience the joy of performing on stage while gaining self-confidence, critical thinking skills, and the importance of teamwork. Campers are introduced to prop building, costume design, music, dance, and acting. Over a three week period, children will audition, rehearse, and perform a live musical.Camp occurs weekdays, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. $30 / day.

The final production takes place on the Center for the Arts Outdoor Stage on June 29 at 6:00 p.m.

Contact Taryn Jacob or Jordan Mercer at (785) 220–9925.

6/7 Hell’s Belles One of the few, and most popular, all-female rock groups of their generation, Hell’s Belles make it their mission to support female initiatives by collaborating with other female musicians, and actively encouraging society to move towards a balance of the gender scales. Since their union, these AC/DC enthusiasts have actually been endorsed by Angus Young himself — making them the closest we can get without actually moving to Hell’s Belles, 6/7 Australia and joining AC/DC’s road crew.

Consistently performing in front of sold-out audiences, there isn’t a fan in the world who isn’t blown away by one of their concerts. 8:00 p.m. $25 / $20 early bird.

7/2 50 Shades of Mead Metcalf in Bondage Mead Metcalf was the musical mastermind of the elegant Crystal Palace Theatre, an Aspen institution that sold out shows every time the doors opened. From Broadway tunes to satirical ones, nothing was sacred or safe. Now, pianist, singer, and comedian Mead Metcalf tickles the Center’s ivories with divas Elizabeth and Emily Bond. Mezzo soprano Elizabeth, who trained at the Royal College of Music in London, flaunts an illustrious career of performing such roles as Madame Giry in The Phantom of the Opera at Her Majesty’s Theatre in London as well as touring in Belgium, France, Italy, Space, and Turkey. Emily also trained in music in England, at the University of Bristol.

Her roles have run from Don Giovanni to Sondheim’s Company at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in Scotland. Come to the show after the Black & White Ball. 8:00 p.m. $20. $15 Seniors.

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7/3 Richie Furay Band Musical legend and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductee Richie Furay is the formidable writer, guitarist and vocalist of the pivotal rock group Buffalo Springfield whose organic, home-grown musical approach reverberated beyond the 60’s. The group, with famous members such as Stephen Stills and Neil Young, laid the groundwork for the folk-rock and country-rock genres that took root in the 70’s, serving as the foundational precursor to Richie Furay Band, 7/3 artists such as the Eagles and Jackson Brown.

VIP priority seating available through the Tour de Forks Richie Furay meet and greet event, “It’s a Good Feeling to Know Richie Furay” on July 3 from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. $150. Concert only: 8:00 p.m. $40.

7/13 Matt Flinner Trio Grammy-nominated mandolinist Matt Flinner livens up the Crested Butte Food & Wine Festival’s Grand Tasting with new twists on bluegrass and American roots music. Hailed by Downbeat Magazine as “one of the best mandolin players ever,” Flinner has established a reputation as one of the most respected composers and innovators in modern American acoustic music. His projects and collaborations range from bluegrass to jazz to classical to new acoustic music, all with the common thread of American roots music with a creative edge. He has toured and recorded with a wide variety of artists, including Tim O’Brien, the Modern Mandolin Quartet, Leftover Salmon, and Alison Brown. His current group, the Matt Flinner Trio (with guitarist Ross Martin and bassist Eric Thorin), has forged new pathways in acoustic string band music. At the Big Mine Ice Rink.

3:00 p.m. $75 for the Grand Tasting which includes Matt Flinner concert.

7/26 An Evening with Keller Williams Since he first appeared on the scene in the early 90’s. Keller Williams has defined the term “independent artist.” Keller built his reputation initially on his engaging live performances, not two of which are ever alike. Williams’ solo live shows, and his ability to improvise to his determinedly quirky tunes despite the absence of an actual band, quickly became the stuff of legend, and his audience grew exponentially. Today when he performs as a one-man band he sings his compositions and cover songs accompanied by an acoustic guitar connected to a delay system that allows him to simulate a full band. Keller is a singer, songwriter and musician, always on a quest for the new and has never followed the prescribed path laid out by the conventional music business. 7:30 p.m. $35 / $30 early bird. At the Big Mine Ice Rink, 620 Second Street.

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8/4 Amy Helm & The Handsome Strangers

Amy Helm wields a powerful voice that can both stir and soothe, whether she is singing traditional gospel, blues standards, or her own heartfelt compositions. The daughter of music legend Levon Helm (drummer and leading and backing vocals of The Band and singer / songwriter Libby Titus Fagen, Amy created the intimate Midnight Rambles performances, singing and playing alongside her father. She co-produced his Dirt Farmer, and is prominently featured on the Levon Helm Band’s Electric Dirt and Ramble at the Ryman — all three Grammy award-winning albums. Amy’s stunning voice has joined with greats such as Mavis Staples, Emmylou Harris, Dr. John, and Warren Haynes. A gifted musician on both mandolin and drums, she currently performs with Ollabelle, a roots band of which she is a founding member, the Midnight Ramble Band and the Dirt Farmer Band. 8:00 p.m. $20.

Paula Poundstone, 8/11

8/11 Paula Poundstone Appearing on stage with a stool, a microphone, and a can of Diet Pepsi, Paula Poundstone is famous for her razor-sharp wit and spontaneity.

The Boston Globe said, “Poundstone improvises with a crowd like a Jazz musician … swinging in unexpected directions without a plan, without a net.” Paula created her own show, The Paula Pounstone Show on ABC where her interactions with the crowd became the stuff of legends.

Additionally, Paula has appeared on the Tonight Show with Jay Leno, Late Night with David Letterman, the Prairie Home Companion, and HBO for which she won a Cable ACE awards for Best Standup Comedy Special. Her off-kilter sensibility and impeccable timing makes her a perfect fit for NPR’s program, Wait Wait …

Don’t Tell Me. 8:00 p.m. $40 / $35 early bird.

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One of country music’s finest stylists Mark Chesnutt graces the Center stage, continuing to validate Chesnutt’s foothold as a mainstay in country music. Chesnutt was recognized with the Country Music Association’s Horizon Award in 1993 and named Billboard’s Top 10 Most Played Artist of the 90s. Carrying the torch in the footsteps of George Jones and Waylon Jennings, Chesnutt plays nearly 100 dates a year. With albums such as Savin’ the Honky Tonk, Heard it in a Love Song, and Rollin’ with the Flow, he has earned four platinum albums, five gold albums, 14 number one singles and 23 top 10 singles to his name. His trademarked voice has shaped the music of today’s country music newcomers and the new country music generation. 8:00 p.m. $40 / 35 early bird.

Town Mountain, 8/30

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8/31 MarchFourth The MarchFourth Marching Band is a mobile big band spectacular, propelled by electric bass, a diverse percussion ensemble and brassy horn section. Visually enhanced by costumed dancing beauties, acrobatic stilt walkers, unicycles, fire arts, life size marionettes, and many more theatrics. MarchFourth writes and performs its own material, and also draws inspiration from an eclectic range of worldwide influences, such as Eastern European gypsy brass, samba, Latin, funk, afro-beat, big-band, jazz, and rock music, as well as television, film, circus, and vaudeville. It’s an over-the-top explosion of performance, color and charisma.

8:00 p.m. $30 / $25 early bird.

9/13 Shawn Mullins

8/30 Town Mountain Staying true to bluegrass in all the right ways, yet contributing to their form’s evolution by tossing in influences of surf-rock, gospel and honkey-tonk, Town Mountain finds themselves as one of the preeminent torchbearers of their craft. Centering around strong, soulful and uniquely harmonic vocals, they offer a welltraveled sound, a telepathic pickin’ style filled with mesmerizing interplay, and intoxicating rhythms that energize every tune. Having collaborated with the likes of Doc Watson and David Grisman, Town Mountain was part of the official showcase of the prestigious International Bluegrass Music Association in 2011. They are Phil Barker on mandolin and vocals; Robert Greer on lead vocals and guitar; Jesse Langlais on banjo and vocals; Bobby Britt on fiddle; and Jake Hopping on bass. 8:00 p.m. $15.

Amy Helm & The Handsome Strangers, 8/4

Since we last heard from grammy-nominated artist Shawn Mullins on 2008’s honeydew, the Atlanta-based singer/songwriter and bandleader has undergone a series of transformative experiences, leading to a second coming for the veteran artist. Evidence of Mullins’ newfound level of musical and lyrical ambition courses comes through with Light You Up, his latest release. This captivating song cycle will likely be viewed as a flat-out revelation even by Mullins’ most fervent fans.

This album is overflowing with perfect rhymes, telling detail and underlying intimations. This is uncommonly literate stuff, striking in its insightfulness and compassion.

Delivered by Mullins in his companionable baritone, as lived-in and textured as your favorite pair of faded jeans, amid the relentless rhythms, churning Hammond organ runs and swooping guitar lines, every line is absolutely spellbinding, adding incrementally to the album’s gripping intensity. “I felt like I needed to get the listener’s attention with this record,” says Shawn. He can consider that a mission accomplished. 8:00 p.m. $25.

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CRESTED BUTTE FILM SERIES

THE CRESTED BUTTE FILM FESTIVAL AND CENTER FOR THE ARTS have partnered to bring high-quality films on a regular basis to the Center, resulting in the Crested Butte Film Series, a monthly presentation of film, beginning this June. The Center for the Arts will also be home to, and one of the primary venues of, the Crested Butte Film Festival, an annual four-day festival of international film that takes place the last weekend of September. Films will be able to be seen on new technical equipment at the Center, resulting in a state-of-the-art facility for film presentation.

6/22 Searching for Sugarman In the early 1970s, Sixto Rodriguez was a Detroit folksinger who had a short-lived recording career with only two well received but non-selling albums. Unknown to Rodriguez, his musical story continued in South Africa where he became a pop music icon and inspiration for generations. Long rumored there to be dead by suicide, a few fans in the 1990s decided to seek out the truth of their hero’s fate. What follows is a bizarrely heartening story S T E R in which they found far more in their quest than they ever TICHKE DOOtion hoped, while a Detroit construction laborer discovered that T rma .org AT o f his lost artistic dreams came true after all. 7:00 p.m. $10. n t fes re I Mo .cbfilm 9080 org s. w 4– ww 3) 20 tteart 7/10 Concert Halls to Film — The Conductor u 0 b (3 ice ed f t f s e Composes O r ox t w.c ww enter B Stree p.m.

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Searching for Sugarman, 6/22

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Sideways, 7/11

8/15 Moonrise Kingdom

The misadventures begin when Miles, an unrecovered divorcé and would-be novelist with a wine fixation, decides to gift old college buddy and washed-up actor Jack with a celebratory trip to the vineyards of the Santa Ynez Valley the week before Jack’s wedding. The two couldn’t be an odder couple. Jack is an over-sexed charmer; Miles is a sad-sack worrier. Indeed, the only thing they seem to share in common is the same heady mix of failed ambitions and fading youth. And yet, as they make their way up the coast, Miles and Jack soon find themselves drowning in wine and women. Both men careen dangerously and comically toward mid-life crises. Now, the wedding approaches and with it the certainty that Miles and Jack won’t make it back to Los Angeles unscathed or unchanged … if they get back there at all. Part of the Crested Butte Wine & Food Festival Kick Off party which also includes appetizers and wine tasting with Master Sommeliers. 6:00 p.m. Free for Wine & Food Festival passholders or $10.

Moonrise Kingdom is the new movie directed by two-time Academy Awardnominated filmmaker Wes Anderson (The Royal Tenenbaums, Fantastic Mr. Fox, Rushmore).

Set on an island off the coast of New England in the summer of 1965, Moonrise Kingdom tells the story of two 12-year-olds who fall in love, make a secret pact, and run away together into the wilderness. As various authorities try to hunt them down, a violent storm is brewing off-shore, and the peaceful island community is turned upside down in every which way. Cast includes Edward Norton, Bruce Willis, Frances McDormand and Jason Schwartzman. 7:00 p.m. $10.

7/18 SAMSARA

9/19 Sneak Peek of the Crested Butte Film Festival

SAMSARA is a Sanskrit word that means “the ever turning wheel of life” and is the point of departure for the filmmakers as they search for the elusive current of interconnection that runs through our lives. Filmed over a period of almost five years and in twenty-five countries, SAMSARA transports us to sacred grounds, disaster zones, industrial sites, and natural wonders. By dispensing with dialogue and descriptive text, SAMSARA subverts our expectations of a traditional documentary, instead encouraging our own inner interpretations inspired by images and music that infuses the ancient with the modern. This film has some intense imagery and is not intended for young children.

Please go to cbfilmfest.org for location. 7:00 p.m. $10.

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7/11 Sideways

A special film presentation in preparation for the Crested Butte Film Festival. More information to come. 7:00 p.m. $10.

9/26–9/29 Crested Butte Film Festival Indulge your passion for film and join us for our celebration of 90 films over four days in one beautiful place. Our International film festival features narratives, documentaries, outdoor adventure and shorts as well as free children’s programming and filmmaker talks. Complete schedule available online September 1. Pass options make it easy and affordable to enjoy the Festival. Ranging from $56–$160, passes are available online. $10 tickets sold at the door.

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Crested Butte Film Festival Sneak Peak, 9/19 Photo by Chris Leising

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Join the CBDC for the first ever Aerial Dance Summer Intensive. This is a unique opportunity for kids and adults to take high quality classes from the CBDC’s finest aerial instructors. No experience necessary. Classes will culminate in an option to share your new skills with friends and loved ones at the end of the intensive. Classes will be held two times per week for a total of six classes on Mondays and Thursdays.

AGES 6–8: 3:45 – 4:30 pm (45 min.), $12 drop in, $66 regular for entire session, $60 for entire session early bird

AGES 12–17: 5:45 – 6:45 pm (1 hr.), $16 drop in, $90 regular for entire session, $84 for entire session early bird

AGES 9–11: 4:45 – 5:30 pm (45 min.), $12 drop in, $66 regular for entire session, $60 for entire session early bird

AGES 18 & UP: 7:00 – 8:15 pm (1 hr. & 15 min.), $20 drop in, $114 regular for entire session, $108 early bird

CRESTED BUTTE DANCE COLLECTIVE

6/3–6/20 Aerial Dance Summer Intensive

6/17–7/21 Five Week Dance Workshop Local instructors of the Crested Butte Dance Collective kick off the summer with a five week super fun dance program! Zumba, aerial, cardio hip hop, tap, technique classes and more. Classes will be drop-in and/or punch-card based, so you can dance as much as you want. Don’t miss this chance to groove … it is only five weeks. Teens and adults. At the Pump Room Studio, 3rd and Maroon Avenue, Crested Butte. Presented by the Crested Butte School of Dance / Dance in the Mountains. (970) 349–5686. Fees, schedule and more information at www.dancecrestedbutte.org.

6/21 Aerial Intensive Showcase Join the new recruits of the CBDC Aerial Arts Program. This event will allow participants to share what they have learned in the Summer Intensive with their friends and family. This event is a fundraiser for the CBDC Aerial Arts Program. 6:00 pm. Suggested $5 donation for audience members.

6/30 Cirque du Sweet Join the Crested Butte Dance Collective for a tantalizing and memorable night of aerial dance and circus arts at The Sweet Spot in Mountaineer Square. This special Tour de Forks event will help benefit the Dance Collective in their goal of building community through dance. Cirque de Sweet will delight all the senses. Enjoy a variety of signature cocktails by the Sweet Spot, and exceptional small plates by the Lobar, while you fall in love with the aerial performers — flying through the air with the greatest of ease on the giant trapeze, swirling and spinning on aerial silks and performing stunning duets on the aerial hoop. There’s also chances to win prizes such as private couples dance lessons or having the CBDC perform at your next special event. 6:00 p.m. $150.

Make your summer full of dance with these additional offerings through the Crested Butte School of Dance / Dance in the Mountains. Both workshops are at the Pump Room Studio at Third and Maroon in Crested Butte. Register by calling (970) 349–5686 or visit www.dancecrestedbutte.org.

7/8–7/11 Ballet Intensive A ballet intensive offering an intermediate to advanced ballet class for students, ages 12 to adult. The instructor will be Linda Gelinas from the N.Y. City Met and the Crested Butte Music Festival. Monday through Thursday, 5:00 – 6:30 p.m. $76 for four day session or $20 per drop-in class.

7/22–8/3 Dance Intensive A two-week dance workshop offering daily classes, Monday through Friday, in Contemporary Jazz and Hip Hop. Rico Changeux and Laurence Curry from Streetside Studios in Boulder, Colorado, will be guest teachers. This workshop culminates in a student-faculty showcase held at the Center for the Arts outdoor stage on August 3. Intermediate and advanced levels for students ages 8–adult. $140 for .75 - 1 hr class; $170 for 1.25 hr class; $190 for 1.5 hr class for two weeks. Students are welcome to drop into classes at any time.

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THE ART STUDIO 8/10 & 8/11 Brush to Paper: A Watercolor Workshop with Meredith Nemirov

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Paint Your Own Pottery at The Art Studio The Art Studio is back open for painting pottery this summer with regular hours June 26 – August 25. Drop in to open painting hours Wednesday – Friday 12:00 – 4:00 p.m. and Saturday & Sunday 1:00 – 5:00 p.m. Please allow one full week for pottery to be fired, or if you will be leaving town before your pottery is ready, we have an option to ship. Prices range from $4 to $50.

Private Art Lessons

In addition to our regularly scheduled visual arts classes and workshops at The Art Studio, we also offer private art lessons for both children and adults in a variety of mediums. Based on your interests, we will match you with the appropriate instructor who is trained in the medium of your choice. View bios of our instructors and options for lesson types online.

Art Events & Parties The Art Studio on Elk Avenue is an ideal place for a fun, intimate, and creative party or event.

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 shoot photos with a pro.

Shared Artist’s Space at The Art Studio The Art Studio has a full ceramics studio, with wheels, kilns, wedging tables, tools, and work storage space. Ceramicists are invited to become a member of the studio, or as we call it, The Shared Artist’s Space (SAS). SAS Membership includes: access to studio space seven days a week by key code entry; personal storage for art supplies, tools, clay, and works in progress; access to potter’s wheels, slab roller, wedging table, and basic ceramics tools and supplies; use of our kiln; access to a community of artists; and the potential to show and sell your work at ASCA (must apply and be accepted). Although SAS is great for potters, artists working in any medium are welcome. Membership is $65 per month. No minimum contract.

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6/29 Precious Metal Clay (PMC) Jewelry Crafting Workshop

6/29 Precious Metal Clay (PMC) Jewelry Crafting Workshop Precious metal clay, PMC, is a crafting medium, with the consistency of polymer clay, which is comprised of very small particles of metal (in this case silver). The “clay” is used to form beautiful pendants, rings, and earrings for jewelry pieces. Once the clay has been shaped to the user’s liking, it is fired in a tabletop kiln. During the firing process, the binder in the PMC burns away, incredibly leaving a 99% pure silver piece. No experience is necessary. Instructor: Mary Tuck. 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. $85 includes all supplies.

6/21, 7/19, 8/16, 9/20 ArtTalk Enjoy a casual lecture and slideshow presented by local and regional artists. Through this intimate view, learn about the artistic processes, ruminations and inspirations of working artists.

Held on the third Friday of every month in season. 6:00 p.m. Free 6/21 Featured Artists: Al Caniff, Ceramics and Kimbre Woods, Photography 7/19 Featured Artist: Adam Freed, Painting 8/16 Featured Artist: Garret Bock, Printmaking 9/20 Featured Artist: Shaun Horne, Plein Air Painting

7/3 Photographing Crested Butte Alleyways Take artistic and unique photographs of Crested Butte’s historic alleyways of town. Explore the use of textures and buildings in conjunction with the flowers and the landscape. This is a handson workshop geared toward beginner and emerging photographers looking to get more out of their photographic experience. Instructor: Rebecca Ofstedahl. 9:00 –11:00 a.m. $45.

7/9–9/10 Portraits with Third Eye Photography The Art Studio has collaborated with Third Eye Photography to offer discounted portrait sessions this summer with a variety of fun summer locations and themes to choose from for your perfect portraits! Third Eye’s relaxed, positive approach and candid, journalistic style ensures the very best photographs and lasting memories of your family. Sessions occur Tuesdays 7/9, 7/16, 7/23, 7/30, 8/6, 8/13, 8/20, 8/27, 9/3, 9/10. View examples of Rebecca Ofstedahl’s work at www.3rdeyephoto.net. One-hour sessions begin at 10:00 a.m. $150.

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The Art Studio teams up with the Crested Butte Wildflower Festival to offer artistic opportunities focused on the celebration of wildflowers.

Register for these classes through the Wildflower Festival at www.crestedbuttewildflowerfestival.com or (970) 349–2571.

7/8 Art + Land Using a combination of painting, drawing, recycled and natural materials, participants create playful and temporary artworks in the landscape during this exciting visual arts workshop. We will start with creative writing and drawing exercises to warm up and create a plan. Then we’ll take our visions to the beautiful outdoors and create artworks out of materials that will be placed in the landscape and photographed onsite. The outcome is a thought-provoking conversation with the landscape that is shared through photographs. Instructor: Ivy Walker.

9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. $65.

7/8 Wildflower Crochet Join Laura Elm, a local artist, and learn to crochet flower embellishments. Don’t know how? No problem! Laura will teach the basics as well as take the class through how to wind simple chains into beautiful flower crocheted pieces. Use your flowers to adorn hats, clothing, bags, and more.

Basic crochet knowledge is helpful but not required. 2:00 – 5:00 p.m. $60.

7/9 Pastels in the Garden Capture the color infusion of Crested Butte’s amazing flowers through drawing with chalk pastels on paper. Local artist, Ivy Walker, will lead the group through exercises and techniques to depict flowers in the garden, then participants will focus on one or two flower drawings. Supplies included. Previous art experience helpful, but not necessary. Bring camp chair and digital camera (optional) to make photo references of the flowers. 2:00 – 5:00 p.m. $75.

7/9 Wildflower Canvas & Cabernet Join Becky Chappell, local professional artist for a fun-filled painting session with local wildflowers as the subjects. With her step-by-step instructions, Becky proves that anyone can create a beautiful painting. Becky leads the class with demonstrations on how to mix your paint and how to apply it to the canvas. If you have always wanted to paint, but don’t know where to begin, this is the workshop for you! Participants 15 and up are welcome, but you must be 21 or older to enjoy the wine! 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. $65.

7/10 Wildflower Book of Hours Create your own Wildflower Journal based on illuminated manuscripts, artworks where the text is supplemented by the addition of decoration, such as initials, borders, miniature illustrations, and wildflowers. We’ll work indoors but you’ll be able to use your new skills outdoors in the future to decorate your personal journey through the high country flora with calligraphy and using brushes, pens and colored pencils. Some drawing and watercolor experience is helpful.

Instructor: Laura Elm. 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. $65.

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Photos by Nathan Bilow

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7/11 Mosey Through the Posies: A Watercolor Sketch Trek Artists of all abilities will take an easy 10–15 minute saunter through the magical mountain forests and fields settling upon a babbling spot to paint en plein air in watercolor with wild abandon! We’ll pick a view, and local Crested Butte artist, Suzanne Pierson, will guide the group through various watercolor techniques to complete a well-composed landscape painting. Bring camp chair. Supplies will be provided, however, if you have your own portable watercolor kit and supplies, please bring them. The Muse is afoot! 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. $65.

7/12 Clay Seed Pods Experience an afternoon of creativity with local artist Donna Rozman. Participants will make simple clay birds with a wildflower seed pod enclosed within. You’ll go home with an unfired clay bird which can be placed in the garden and the clay birds will slowly disintegrate in the rain, wind and weather, gradually germinating the seeds! 3:00 – 5:00 p.m. $55.

7/13 Botanical Illustration of Wildflowers Don’t miss this unique opportunity to learn about local botanicals through observational drawing and watercolor. Local professional artist, Laura Elm, will lead the class in drawing and watercolor techniques to help you accurately create illustrations of our local flora. Focus will be on recording the structure of native Colorado wildflowers, enhancing your observational and artistic skills, and creating small, charming works of art. Some drawing and watercolor experience is helpful. 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. $60.

7/13 Calligraphy & Wildflowers Join local artist Mary Tuck to learn the basics of calligraphy with pen, ink, and brush. Choose inspirational words to record, and then incorporate pressed, drawn, or painted wildflowers to enhance your calligraphy in a finished, frameable piece of artwork. Mary will lead the class through easy painting and drawing techniques to guide you in this embellishment of your calligraphy. 1:00 – 5:00 p.m. $65.

9/13–9/15 “Ripple”: A Watercolor Art Retreat for Women During this intensive retreat, participants immerse themselves in a study of watercolor. The weekend will include instruction in watercolor techniques, color theory, and brush work, while both working in the classroom and painting en plein air, surrounded and inspired by our breathtaking and beautiful Crested Butte scenery. Participants also enjoy catered gourmet meals, snacks, and beverages, options for yoga and massage, and total relaxation and restoration at this innovative and deliciously creative retreat! Friday: 5:00 – 8:00 p.m.; Saturday: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.; Sunday: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Pricing options both with and without lodging.

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THE ART STUDIO 7/16–8/20 Live Painting Series at The Lobar Photo by Nathan Bilow

7/16–8/20 Live Painting Series at The Lobar The Lobar and The Art Studio teamed up again this summer to bring the art of painting to life on the Lobar stage. Each evening is an exciting combination of watching the pros paint to music and getting a chance to splatter paint across your own canvas with guided instruction from featured painter Becky Chappell. All painting supplies and aprons are provided.

Absolutely no painting or drawing experience is required! Sessions held on Tuesdays 7/16, 7/23, 7/30, 8/6, 8/13, 8/20. 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. Free to watch. $35 for your own paint, canvas, and complimentary libations.

7/16–8/20 Drawing & Sketching for Middle & High School Designed for teens, this six-week class focuses on learning the foundations of drawing: scale, proportion, perspective, shading, and composition. Students will work on several fun projects both in the studio and outside for observational drawing sessions. Instructor: Garret Bock. Classes held on Tuesdays 7/16, 7/23, 7/30, 8/6, 8/13, 8/20. 5:00 – 6:30 p.m. $120 includes supplies. $25 to drop-in.

7/17 Clay Maracas: A Family Art Workshop Spend an afternoon creating a unique noisemaker with local professional artist, Donna Rozman.

Using fruit shapes for inspiration, participants will pinch, pull, and paddle clay into a closed form, placing clay beads within. The finished piece becomes a beautiful musical maraca that can be used to accompany your favorite musician. This workshop is perfect for parents and / or grandparents and children to work together on a clay masterpiece. 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. $30 for one person, $55 for two people, $25 each for three or more people enrolling together.

7/23, 7/24, & 7/25 Fun with Photography A three-day hands-on workshop geared toward beginner and emerging photographers looking to get more out of their photographic experience. Taking a good photo starts with the mechanics of the camera and continues with composition, depth of field, focus, aperture, light, pattern, texture, mood, subject matter and rules of exposure. You will learn the basics of the digital camera and photographic principles such as aperture, shutter speed and depth of field as well as the creativity and composition needed to make compelling digital images. Instructor: Rebecca Ofstedahl.

Tuesday: 3:00 – 5:00 p.m.; Wednesday: 9:00 – 11:00 a.m.; Thursday: 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. $85 for all three days. $35 for one day.

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In this two-day class for Middle and High School students, participants will learn how to build an online portfolio to showcase a young artist’s artwork, using a variety of websites, such as Tumblr, Flickr, Deviant Art, and Google Sites. Students need to bring a laptop with wireless capabilities to class. Instructor: Garret Bock. Saturday and Sunday 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. $75.

7/30–8/1 Mixed-Media Printmaking

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7/27 & 7/28 Intro to Building a Website for Showcasing Your Artwork

In this three-day workshop, students combine a printed ‘key’ image with hand-applied techniques to create a unique colorful print.

Participants will carve a main image into wood, ink up and print onto paper. Next we will work the print with various media, including watercolor, colored pencils, acrylic washes, etc., to embellish our prints. Emphasis will be on experimentation, personal style, and creative exploration of the media. All skill levels welcome.

Instructor: Jennifer Ghormley. 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. all three days. $225 for all three days and includes all supplies.

8/3 Photography in Paradise Capture the incredible morning light in Crested Butte during this workshop that focuses on using the manual settings of digital cameras. Both beginner and intermediate students are welcome. Taking a 7/30–8/1 Mixed-Media Printmaking with Jennifer Ghormley good photo starts with the mechanics of the camera and continues with composition, depth of field, focus, aperture, light, pattern, texture, mood, subject matter and rules of exposure. You will learn the basics of the digital camera and photographic principles such as aperture, shutter speed and depth of field as well as the creativity and composition needed to make compelling digital images. Instructor: Rebecca Ofstedahl.

7:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. $45.

8/3 Photography in Paradise Photo by Rebecca Ofstedahl

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8/3 Cocktails & Clay In a relaxed atmosphere Donna Rozman teaches the basics of majolica ceramics in this two-hour event. Participants create their own designs on two tiles, while enjoying complimentary libations. All materials will be provided and no previous art experience is necessary. Donna suggests that participants bring along imagery for inspiration. Tiles will be fired and ready for pick up at The Art Studio 48 hours after the workshop, or tiles can be shipped for a fee. 5:15 – 7:15 p.m. $45.

8/4 Watercolor Basics This is the perfect class for those who have always wanted to learn watercolor! In a relaxed and supportive environment, Mary Tuck will lead the class through color theory and basic brush techniques to help participants create a finished painting.

Get comfortable enough in this class to continue learning and painting on your own.

10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. $45 includes all supplies.

8/10 & 8/11 Brush to Paper: A Watercolor Workshop with Meredith Nemirov In this two day watercolor class we will make paintings that distill the visual experience into a series of on-site observational studies of the breathtaking Crested Butte landscape. Rivers, mountains, trees, clouds provide the inspiration for the patterns and linear elements derived from nature leading to a personal expression of the natural world. This is a combination plein air and studio painting class to sharpen your skills with the watercolor medium and learn new ways of seeing.

10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. $200 for the weekend / $105 for just one day.

8/10 & 8/11 Brush to Paper: A Watercolor Workshop with Meredith Nemirov

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Take artistic and unique photographs of Crested Butte’s most beautiful wildflowers, aspens and landscapes scattered throughout our surrounding trails. Hike will be between 2–5 miles round trip, in moderate to difficult terrain. Both beginner and intermediate students are welcome. Students should have a camera that has exposure adjustments (does not need to be a DSLR). Instructor: Rebecca Ofstedahl. 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. $55.

9/10 Clay Earring Holders In this class participants create a unique wall hanging out of clay used to display and organize your earrings. This simple, fun creation is easy to make. Students construct the earring holder and use a variety of stamps to create texture and enhance the surface. All levels of experience are welcome. Instructor: Donna Rozman. 5:15 – 7:15 p.m. $40 includes all supplies.

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8/15 Photographic Hike

10/5 & 10/12 Portraiture & Figure Drawing with Kathy Hirsh These two Saturday drawing sessions are open to all regardless of level of experience. October 5 focuses on portraiture. October 12 focuses on figure drawing. Students will be working in vine charcoal from a live model each day. Professional artist, Kathy Hirsh will teach technical and artistic skills to build confidence in drawing through a variety of contemporary and fun exercises. 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. on each Saturday with a break for lunch. $80 to attend one day, $150 to attend both days.

10/5 & 10/12 Portraiture & Figure Drawing with Kathy Hirsh

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We like to call it “Gifts You Ain’t Already Got, on a Budget Your Mamma Would Approve.” Our artists create pieces for you that are made locally, have no calories, don’t cause hangovers, are treasures that your special someone doesn’t already have, are items that everyone has room for in their home, you can pack into your suitcase, are timeless, are original, and are handmade by Crested Butte local artists. The Art Studio is open throughout each week for shopping.

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About the Stupendous & Small Gallery Shows

6/2–7/27 Mary Tuck’s work is a combination of acrylic painted river rocks with portraits of wildlife, and an eclectic collection of PMC and set stone jewelry. Laura Cooper Elm’s work is populated by Creatures of Habit, Fairy God Monsters, Glitter Moons and Smiley Cats on pottery, in sculptures, and on handmade collaged cards. Becky Chappell’s work is a series of impressionistic landscapes as well as her more current abstract work. Donna Rozman’s work is a collection of unique wheel thrown and hand built pottery, featuring colorful, hand painted designs.

7/29–10/5 Laura Cooper Elm’s work is populated by Creatures of Habit, Fairy God Monsters, Glitter Moons and Smiley Cats on pottery, in sculptures, and on handmade collaged cards. Becky Chappell’s work is a series of impressionistic landscapes as well as her more current abstract work. Suzanne Pierson’s work includes several charming en plein air watercolor landscapes and a table sculpture series called “Trees on Trees” in acrylics.

Art Studio Artist Receptions at ArtWalks Come meet the artists of the Stupendous & Small Gallery Show! The Art Studio of the Center for the Arts is proud to participate in the Artists of the West Elks’ (AWE) ArtWalk evenings in Crested Butte. Enjoy ArtWalk on the last Thursday of each month, and take the opportunity to leisurely stroll through the galleries of Crested Butte and experience and be inspired by the diverse artistic expressions of local Artisans. Pick up an ArtWalk map at any of the participating downtown galleries or visit www.awearts.org for more information.

ArtWalks are free and are on Thursdays from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. of the following evenings: June 27, July 25, August 29, September 26, and the Super ArtWalk on August 1 in conjunction with the Crested Butte Arts Festival.

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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.

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7/1–7/8 Kimbre Woods: “Nostalgic for Crested Butte” Kimbre Woods’ photographic work focuses on nature, highlighting Crested Butte, and is a showcase of the surrounding Gunnison National Forest in photographic printing processes from the 1800’s. The result is ethereal images that take the viewer to a quieter place. The show includes hand tinted photographs, dreamy blue Cyanotypes, rich chocolate brown Argyrotypes, and Tri Color Gum Bichromates. Never do two of her prints look the same. They are all originals, under the spell of her ongoing investigation of the best way to realize each image. Reception: Tuesday, July 2, 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. Free.

Kimbre Woods: Nostalgic for Crested Butte, 7/1–7/8

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Adam Freed: “Impressions, In & Around Crested Butte”, 7/8–7/15

7/8–7/15 Adam Freed: “Impressions, In & Around Crested Butte” Adam’s paintings are created using high viscosity oil paints on stretched canvas. Each painting is researched on site through a combination of drawings, photographs and painting techniques to capture the initial composition. The pieces are finished in the studio using a variety of impressionistic strokes combined with Adam’s own intuitive reaction to the subject matter. Layers of varying brush strokes give each painting texture, depth and movement. The final product is the union of careful observation and Adam’s own individual expression. Reception: Tuesday, July 9, 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. Free.

Kimbre Woods: Nostalgic for Crested Butte, 7/1–7/8

PIPER GALLERY Artists can reserve the gallery by calling (970) 349–7487, ext. 1; by emailing pipergallery@ crestedbuttearts.org or by stopping by the Center. Artist Submission Guidelines can be found under “Visual Arts” then “Piper Gallery” on the Center’s website.

9/16–9/30 Jesse Blumenthal: “New Works” Becky Chappell: “Color & Light Expressions”, 7/22–7/29

7/22–7/29 Becky Chappell: “Color & Light Expressions” Becky Chappell’s passion for painting comes from her need to express the inspiration she feels and the beauty around her. Of all the choices of techniques and mediums available, Becky has always felt painting to be the most natural and expressive way for her to communicate. She loves exploring it all! This show showcases her past impressionistic landscapes and other paintings, as well as her more current abstract work. Reception: Tuesday, July 23, 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. Free.

Jesse Blumenthal has made work in industrial materials on the subject of the natural environment. The clash of the natural represented within the inherently processed and human material creates an ironic tension in the work. Sculptural works in steel, stone, iron, and bronze are exhibited alongside bright, energetic paintings in spray paint, acrylic, markers, and oil pastels. The works carry a whimsical tone with dark subject matter.

Strongly contemporary, the work offers another perspective on our natural environment and will serve as an excellent counterpoint to the old world feel of Vinotok! Reception: Monday, September 16, 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. Free.

Jesse Blumenthal “New Works”, 9/16–9/30

8/5–8/19 Shayn Estes: “Mountain Majesty” Shayn Estes is a mountain landscape photographer who specializes in photographs taken from near treeline and above with an emphasis on sunrises and sunsets. Shayn's work is described as both genuine and stunningly beautiful. Many of his photos have taken him months or years to acquire, and through his passion, persistence, and devotion, he has created a large selection of truly impressive and genuine photographs. Reception: Tuesday, August 6, 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. Free.

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TOUR DEFORKS

TOUR DE FORKS EVENTS ARE THE DELECTABLE, signature fundraising series for the Center for the Arts. Throughout the 17 Tour de Forks events of the summer, food and architectural enthusiasts visit a variety of private homes and dine on epicurean delights from accomplished chefs.

With a vision to be a captivating and welcoming place to nurture the arts, the Center offers over 120 performances to over 30,000 people every year. This would not be possible without the support garnered through Tour de Forks.

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.

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8/1 Riverside Feast at Wilder on the Taylor

Chef / Proprietor Jason Vernon of the Soupçon Bistro at Jerry and Andy Brown’s home in Moon Ridge. Wine by Blair Fox Cellars.

6:00 p.m. $200.

Chef Goose Sorensen of Solera in Denver at Wilder on the Taylor near Almont.

Wine featured by Cakebread Cellars of Napa Valley. 5:00 p.m. $200.

6/30 Cirque du Sweet with the Crested Butte Dance Collective

8/6 Top of the World

David Wooding of the Lobar. Hosted by Kyleena Falzone at the Sweet Spot in Mt. Crested Butte with aerial performances by the Crested Butte Dance Collective. 6:00 p.m. $150.

7/3 It’s a Good Feeling to Know Richie Furay Chef / Owner Mike Marchitelli of Mike Marchitelli’s Gourmet Noodle at the home of Dana and Jeff Delaney in downtown Crested Butte. Musical legend and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductee Richie Furay of Buffalo Springfield will be on hand for a personal meet and greet. 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. $150 includes VIP priority seating at the Richie Furay Concert at 8:00 p.m. following.

7/7 Elegant Echelons & Bountiful Brunch The pARTners chefs preparing brunch from the highly acclaimed Smitten Kitchen Cookbook. At the home of Kate Tillery at Wildcat at Trapper’s Crossing. 11:00 a.m. $75.

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6/26 Winemaker Dinner with Soupçon Elegance

Chef de Cuisine David Wooding of the Lobar at the home of Becky and Joe Williams at Red Mountain Ranch. 5:30 p.m. $150.

8/8 Funkytown: THE Party at the End of the Road A celebration of the music, dance, arts, adventure, food and people that make Crested Butte just what it is — a beautifully unique and funky place. Your ticket grants you passage to an open bar, foodie spread, and silent auction.

This new and exciting party will be held on the Center’s Outdoor Stage so that not one moment of the glory of the mountains will be left out of the evening. Music will span the ages, with throw-backs to generations of all our favorites.

Reservations required. 6:00 p.m. $100.

8/11 Quintessential Historic Cabins Chef / Owner Ashley Odom of Feast and Merriment at the home sof Gwen des Cognets and Monica and Buzz Dillon in downtown Crested Butte. 6:00 p.m. $150.

8/21 Tour d’Art 7/10 Adventure Hike to the North Pole & Gourmet Cookout Hike into the remote and wild North Pole Basin with luncheon lectures by scientists of the Rocky Mountain Biological Laboratory on the flora, fauna, ecosystems and research in the area. Gourmet cookout prepared by the pARTners chefs led by Gloria Kern, West Coast Representative of the Silver Palate.

8:00 a.m. $100.

7/21 The Outer Limits of Town Chef / Owner Ben Baehrend of East Side Bistro at the home of Mary and Roger Collins at Trapper’s Crossing. 6:00 p.m. $150.

7/25 Sunset on Red Lady Chef / Owner Mike Busse of Garlic Mike’s at the home of Dawn and Toby Grove in Mt. Crested Butte. 6:00 p.m. $150.

7/30 Kingdom of the Two Sicilys Chef / Owner Lon Lane of Inspired Occasions from Kansas City at the home of Rosalind and Hal Cook in Skyland. 6:00 p.m. $150.

Chef / Owners Robin Yost of the Sunflower Deli and Jacqueline Mearman of Gâteau Fab at the homes of Margo and Kent Dunbar, Sue and Jim Oates, and Charlotte and Craig Haase, all at Eagle Ridge of Ohio Creek. 11:00 a.m. $100.

8/26 Dawn to Dusk Golf Challenge Featuring “Survivor Golf” where participants raise a minimum of $500 in pledges that they can play 100 holes of golf. Event complete with Colorado Proud Celebration Cocktail Party prepared by Ben Breslauer of the Club at Crested Butte. Dawn. $500 in pledges.

9/5 The Grand Finale Chef Tim Egelhoff of Maxwell’s at the home of Joel Benisch at Wildcat at Trapper’s Crossing.

5:00 p.m. $150.

9/8 Charming Weekend Dinner Cruise All aboard the Grand Belle on Lake Geneva in Fontana, Wisconsin near Chicago. Appetizers at the Digate home. Featuring Chef / Owner John Bogan of Lake Geneva School of Cooking. 5:00 p.m. $250.

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WINE & FOOD FESTIVAL

The Crested Butte Wine & Food Festival returns this summer with the Center for the Arts! The festival strives to enlighten and educate wine and foodie experts and novices with a variety of wine seminars, elevated dining events, and food pairings throughout the weekend of July 11–14.

The signature event for the festival in the summer is the Grand Tasting with over 500 select wines from 25 wineries and distributors. All seminars are spread throughout local restaurants with both visiting and local sommeliers and chefs lending their expertise and talent.

All of the tasting isn’t just about the grape, however, as there are several fine dining opportunities as well, with the Celebrity Chef Tours benefitting the James Beard Foundation, and food pairings at the seminars.

THURSDAY, JULY 11 1:30 p.m. Pinot Noir from Around the World at 9380 with Peter Maxwell, $40 3:30 p.m. Anything But Chardonnay — Unique Whites at Lil’s with Judy Byron, $40 5:00 p.m. Anyone Can Make an Artisan Cocktail with Karen Hoskin at Montanya Distillery, $40

6:00 p.m. Festival Kickoff Party & Film Screening at Center for the Arts. Showing of the Film Sideways presented by the Crested Butte Film Festival. Special Merlot and Pinot Noir Wine Tastings with Master Sommeliers Damon Ornowski and Sean Razee. $10 or free with any pass.

FRIDAY, JULY 12 9:00 a.m. VIP Champagne Brunch at festival founder Jeff Hermanson’s home with champagne expert Brian Sifferman, invitation only

10:30 a.m. Old World vs. New World at the Princess Wine Bar Garden with Damon Oronowski and Aaron Tomcak, $40

1:30 p.m. Italy — It’s More than Chianti at Bacchanale with Diane Kressley, $40 3:30 p.m. In Search of Perfect Pairings at the West End with Sean Razee, $40 6:00 p.m. Celebrity Chef Tour at a private home with Jason Vernon, Kelly Whitaker, Hosea Rosenberg, Eric Jaeger and Jorel Pierce, $250

SATURDAY, JULY 13 10:30 a.m. Introduction to Fine Wine at the Center for the Arts with Sean Razee, $40 2:00 p.m. Premium Tasting, $100, price includes the Grand Tasting 3:00 p.m. Grand Tasting at the Big Mine Ice Rink with Grammy-nominated mandolinist Matt Flinner Trio, $75

6:00 p.m. Celebrity Chef Tour at Maxwell’s Steakhouse with Tim Egelhoff, Mike Isabella, Kelly Liken and Alex Seidel, $250

SUNDAY, JULY 14 10:00 a.m. Bursting with Bubbles Brunch at East Side Bistro with Darin Thorne, $75

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FESTIVAL PASSES 3-Seminar Pass. . . . . . . . . . $100 includes choice of three seminars Seminar Pass. . . . . . . . . . . . $175 includes all seminars Premium Pass . . . . . . . . . . . $800 includes tickets to all events and Celebrity Chef Tour Dinners Grand Tasting VIP Pass . . . $350 includes Premium Wine Tasting, Seminars, Grand Tasting & Sunday Brunch Premium Tasting Pass . . . $100 Grand Tasting and Premium Tasting Patron Sponsors . . . . . . . . . $2,500 includes Premium Tasting, Grand Tasting, (couple) Celebrity Chef Tour Dinners, VIP Welcome Reception, VIP Brunch, CB Film Festival Screening, Recognition in the Festival Program. Single Patron Sponsor available for $1,250

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LOYALTY PROGRAM

Friends of the Center Don’t miss a single creative moment from the Center for the Arts!

Our new Friends of the Center Loyalty Program is a sure-fire way to make sure you have the means to reserve your seat through low-priced art and dance classes; cut-rate ticket prices on our winter and summer seasons; free drink tickets; and discounts to local businesses.

The bonus is that as a Loyalty Program participant you also help the Center keep its doors open in offering diverse programming to the entire community. This is an inexpensive way to help sustain Alpenglow; provide affordable rental rates of our facility; and help keep ticket costs as low as possible for nationally touring presenters.

Your involvement provides an investment in the future of the arts in our valley. In gratitude we want to get you into shows and classes at discounted rates. Come be an integral part of the Center — and reap the rewards!

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INDIVIDUAL $60 • • • • • • •

Half price on two tickets to a Center Winter or Summer Season production of your choice Two drink coupons to use at an event of your choice THE ART STUDIO: Special pricing on classes throughout the year DANCE COLLECTIVE: 10% discount on classes throughout the year Invitations to special events including one annual event Recognition in the Annual Report PIPER GALLERY: 10% discount on art purchased

COUPLE $100 • • • • • • • •

LOYALTY PROGRAM

Loyalty Program Opportunities & Benefits

Half price on two tickets to a Center Winter Season production of your choice Half price on two tickets to a Center Summer Season production of your choice Four drink coupons to use at an event of your choice THE ART STUDIO: Special pricing on classes throughout the year DANCE COLLECTIVE: 10% discount on classes throughout the year Invitations to special events including one annual event Recognition in the Annual Report PIPER GALLERY: 10% discount on art purchased

FAMILY $180 (maximum of five members) • • • • • • • •

Half price on two tickets to a Center Winter Season production of your choice Half price on two tickets to a Center Summer Season production of your choice Four drink coupons to use at an event of your choice THE ART STUDIO: Special pricing on classes throughout the year DANCE COLLECTIVE: 10% discount on classes throughout the year Invitations to special events including one annual event Recognition in the Annual Report PIPER GALLERY: 10% discount on art purchased

STUDENT $40 (valid student identification required) • • • • •

THE ART STUDIO: Special pricing on classes DANCE COLLECTIVE: 10% discount on classes Invitations to special events including one annual event Recognition in the Annual Report and other publications PIPER GALLERY: 10% discount on art purchased

GOLDEN AGE $50 (individuals over the age of 60) $80 (couples over the age of 60)

FRE ED TICK RINK ETS LOC AL BU DIS SINESS COU NTS

• Half price on two tickets to a Center Winter or Summer Season production of your choice • Two drink coupons to use at an event of your choice • THE ART STUDIO: Special pricing on classes throughout the year • DANCE COLLECTIVE: 10% discount on classes throughout the year • Invitations to special events including one annual event • Recognition in the Annual Report • PIPER GALLERY: 10% discount on art purchased

SUPPORTER $25 The Supporter level is our most modest level of financially sustenance given to the Center.

While no discounts or specials are offered with this level, you will be recognized as an important part of the Center in the Annual Report and your donation is tax-deductible.

Loyalty Program Business Discounts • LE BOSQUET One complimentary glass of house wine or beer with purchase of a full entrée • MARCHITELLI‘S GOURMET NOODLE One complimentary glass of house wine or beer with purchase of a full entrée • YOGA FOR THE PEACEFUL 20% off all classes and boutique items • LAVISH10% discount on purchases • MILKY WAY 10% discount on purchases • THE MOUNTAIN STORE 10% discount on purchases • TRAILHEAD CHILDREN‘S MUSEUM 10% discount on membership • GUNNISON ARTS CENTER 10% discount on membership

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SUPPORT THE CENTER

As the Center 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.

Center Circle For the Center’s 15th anniversary season in 2003, the first group of Center Circle members made a commitment to make the first Winter Season happen. The membership in this group remains strong, providing the funds that enable us to plan early for the next Winter Season and to expand our programming. Center Circle members make a financial commitment to bring extraordinary artists to Crested Butte.

New members are always welcome.

Founders’ Club The Founders’ Club plays a key leadership role in providing the Center for the Arts with a solid foundation for growing and sustaining high quality and progressive programs. They ensure the continuation of the Centers original vision — to be responsive to the needs of the community. By making a financial contribution, the Founders’ Club supports programs in the following areas: visual arts, adult education, children and youth programs, local artists / sketch classes and world events and cultural diversity.

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pARTners Center pARTners was established in 2005 with the purpose of promoting community awareness and involvement in the Center for the Arts by working together on FUN fundraising events. Now, the organization boasts over 70 members, all working to advance the arts in the community. Center pARTners help fundraise not only through Tour de Forks, but also through a variety of auctions, feasts and dances throughout the year. Dues are $10. For more information, and a registration form, visit www.crestedbuttearts.org then click on the “Support” then “Center pARTners” tabs.

SUPPORT THE CENTER

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Volunteer 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.

If you would like to become a part of the vibrancy of the Center, consider volunteering your time. Ticket and workshop trades may be available in some instances.

Photo by Nathan Bilow

Photo by Nathan Bilow

For more information on any of these volunteer or donation opportunities please contact Executive Director Jenny Birnie at (970) 349–7487, ext. 2.

Donations may also be made through the Center’s website at www.crestedbuttearts.org

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SUPPORT THE CENTER

Anonymous Loretta and Jeff Clarke Margery Feldberg and Jeremy Levin Ren and Gloria Kern

Carol Ann May and Jim Saindon Bobby and Pam Nichols Bill and Cynthia Peatross Paul and Donna Witt

Joy and Paul Adams Mary and Richard Allen Doris and William Altman John and Melissa Belkin Jeff and Mickie Bragalone John and Emily Bruno Mary and Rick Bush Shelle Carrig Harvey Castro and Margot Levy Phil and Missy Chamberland Joe and Marie Chocole Reggie and Susie Coon Sandy and Roger Dorf Frank and Linda Fialkoff Christe and Tim Fretthold The Collin Weston Memorial Fund Rob and Marilyn Gentry Beverly and Bailie Griffith Mike and Gracy Hall Anne Hickman Jim and Ynette Hogue Bill and Carolyn Huckabay

Anne Lamkin Kinder Susan Lawhon Leadership Learning Systems Ed and Judy Ligon Tonie and Charles Mann David and Patty Miller M.J. and Jim Miller David and Marj O’Reilly Cille and Mike Ribaudo Anne and Bill Ronai Jerrie Runice Jim Runner Elisabeth Sherratt Julia and Andy Shoup Neil and Peggy Sisson David and Judy Snowden Randi and Tony Stroh Kate Tillery Sharon and Ted Troy Beth and Ben Wegbreit Rodi and Dick Whiting Leah and Wynn Williams

I Support the Center for the Arts!

Enclosed is my tax-free contribution.

Name _________________________________________________ o Please list as anonymous Home Address __________________________________________________________________ Crested Butte Mailing Address_____________________________________________________ Phone _________________________ E-mail _________________________________________ o Check/cash is enclosed o CC #_______________________________________ Exp. _______ Signature ______________________________________________________________________ PLEASE MAIL TO: Center for the Arts, P.O. Box 1819, Crested Butte, CO 81224 CALL OR FAX: Phone (970) 349–7487, Fax (970) 349–5626

This gift is a o Tribute o Memorial In honor of ______________________________________ o LEADERSHIP CIRCLE $25,000

o CENTER CIRCLE $1,000

o BENEFACTOR $5,000

o FRIEND $25–$499

o SPOTLIGHT $10,000

o FOUNDERS CLUB $2,500

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o PATRON $500

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P.O. Box 1819, 606 6th St. Crested Butte, CO 81224 (970) 349–7487

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