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DEPARTMENTS 06 THE WEEKLY CONVERSATION 10 LEGENDS & LEGACIES 13
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14 WINE INK 16 FOOD MATTERS 36 MOUNTAIN MAYHEM 39 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 41 LOCAL CALENDAR 46 CROSSWORD 47 CLOSING ENCOUNTERS
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POPULAR MUSIC BIG GIGANTIC’S big show
at Belly Up on Saturday, March 26 may have quickly sold out. But everybody is still invited to see the Boulder-based livetronica duo for free at the Aspen Skiing Co.’s annual Core Party in downtown Aspen on Friday, March 25. The genre-hopping band is one of the great musical success stories out of Colorado — they formed in 2008, and steadily built a loyal following with legendary shows around Boulder and the mountains (early Belly Up shows featured scant crowds that grew exponentially with repeat visits). Over the last four years, their summer shows at Red Rocks have become statewide musical happenings, expanding into two-night runs in 2014. Saxophonist/producer Dominic Lalli and drummer Jeremy Salken use jazz improvisation, danceable electronic beats and samples to craft a singular sound on originals and irreverent remixes of pop and hip-hop hits. They recently released the single “The Little Things,” featuring vocalist Angela McCluskey, which is available for free download on the Big Gigantic website. The outdoor show is slated to take over Aspen at the corner of Cooper Avenue and Galena Street. Local DJ Naka G is scheduled to open the show at 8 p.m. followed by fireworks over Aspen Mountain and Big Gigantic’s set at 9 p.m. More info at www.aspensnowmass.com
Livetronica duo Big Gigantic will perform at the Aspen Skiing Co.’s free Core Party downtown on March 25 and at Belly Up Aspen on March 26.
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Fernando Melo’s “Re:Play” is among the three ballets in Aspen Santa Fe Ballet’s encore performance on March 26.
IF YOU MISSED the extraordinary Aspen Santa Fe Ballet program in February, you get a second chance to see new pieces by Cayetano Soto and Fernando Melo this weekend at the Aspen District Theatre. The encore presentation on March 26 also incudes Alejandro Cerrudo’s “Silent Ghost,” which premiered last summer. It’s a balanced program of contemporary dance — Soto’s “Huma Rojo” is whimsical and mostly lighthearted, while Melo’s “Re:Play” experiments with lighting and darkness to manipulate how you perceive the dancer’s movements. Tickets are $25-$74, available at the Wheeler Opera House box office and www.aspenshowtix.com.
POPULAR MUSIC THE POWERHOUSE two-piece band Black Pistol Fire returns to Belly Up Aspen on Thursday, March 24. Their explosive sold-out shows have earned the band a devoted local and national following, and led the management team at Belly Up to sign the band. Which is good news for local rock fans, because they’ve been making a few stops a year here the last few years. The show begins at 9:30 with The Needs opening. Tickets are $15-$35, available at the Belly Up box office and www.bellyupaspen.com.
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Trump ain’t no steamroller CRIMINY, no wonder Donald J. Trump’s most common expression is one of triumphant glee. He has pretty much convinced an awful lot of people (not me, though) that he’s a virtual political steamroller, flattening all who stand in his way on the highway to the White House. The words “unstoppable” and “unrivaled” tend to crop up with nauseating frequency in the print, broadcast and online media covering the 2016 presidential race, in reference to Trump’s momentum. But the plain fact of the matter is that the support for Trump, as expressed by Republican primary voters so far, really is akin to a fly on a hyena’s rear end. True, The Donald continues to stoke the anger of certain voters about a wide range of issues, playing on the worst aspects of human nature — bigotry, ignorance, intolerance, xenophobia and extreme ethnocentrism, among them — but this is not the first time such tactics have been used, and used pretty effectively. Think back to 2010, when Barack Obama was slogging through the uphill challenge of getting his Affordable Care Act made into law, against a seemingly “unstoppable” barrage of hate and racist-tinged backwash. It was the Tea Party that at that point was illustrating the very attitudes and prejudices that Trump is playing on now. Remember when the Tea Party protestors engaged in a remarkably nasty display of contempt and thuggery on the steps of the Capitol that March? Remember the blisteringly hate-filled faces of the protestors as they were captured by national television cameras? Racial epithets were flying when one of the protestors, clearly carried away by an inflated sense of his own importance, actually spit on U.S. Rep. Emmanuel Cleaver (D-Mo.) as he walked up the steps to do his job and vote on the health care bill. Another representative, Barney Frank of Massachusetts, the only openly gay member of Congress at the time, was subjected to catcalls and shouts of “faggot” and other niceties by the gathered bigots at that same time. Looking back, I’m surprised Trump did not go on national television in support of the teabaggers, even offering to pay their court costs should they face criminal charges for their outrageous behavior. Back then, as now, the Tea Party actually made up a relatively small slice of the overall electorate. It was thanks to Republican gerrymandering of Congressional districts that the teabaggers managed to grow from a minor if very loud segment of the party into the nation-shaking, brawling and bawling behemoth that they have become. Some might think it was at that point that the Republican Party bosses lost control
of their constituents, though I happen to believe it happened somewhat earlier, when the Koch brothers started pouring money and organizational clout on the political conflagration that spawned the Tea Party in the 2008 election. It was then that the fires of racial hatred became truly enflamed and started to burn away at the roots of any semblance of Republican rationality. That, to me, was the beginning of an inexorable growth of insanity among “the base,” as Republicans once liked to call the party faithful. And now, a mere seven years later, the ducks of bigotry and extremism have come home to roost. The Tea Party has infiltrated Congress to an alarming degree, and others have followed the teabaggers’ lead. It was South Carolina racist, U.S. Rep. Joe Wilson who, egged on by Tea Party rhetoric and bile, in 2009 twice shouted out that Obama was a “liar” during the president’s speech to a joint session of Congress. So the Republicans, eager to unleash the dogs of war against that black man who now sits in the White House and anyone who might ever have agreed with him, were the ones who made the political bed we all now sleep in. Over the past week, some of the talking heads of radio and television have been busily de-Trumpifying members of an anxious and doom-talking electorate, pointing out that the ongoing train wreck that is the Republican primary process is not necessarily the end of democracy as we know it and that Trump does not have a lock on the presidency. Locally, on our own little community access radio station, KDNK in Carbondale, I heard that local consultant and DJ Bob Schultz (who is not, specifically, a political operative but who has dabbled in political actions) tried to calm a nervous caller by pointing out that Trump really has tapped into only a small percentage of the broader electorate. On National Public Radio, pundits also have been striving to downplay the strength of Trump’s power play. The juggernaut of cable television, of course, happily plays up the Trump phenomenon, in its greedy bid for everhigher ratings and ad revenue, which gives Trump and his devotees an outsized image. But the only way Trump can win the Republican nomination and the White House is if all the rest of us throw up our hands and stay away from the polls in November, whether out of disgust or fatigue. It’s that simple.
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LEGENDS & LEGACIES
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Home from teaching in rural schools, Edwina Sheehan Kelleher enjoys a ride down Main Street.
SCHOOLMARM In the days before commonplace cars and school busses, ranch
children attended rural schools. The stereotypical unmarried schoolmarm in charge of a class in a one-room schoolhouse prevailed. Edwina Sheehan Kelleher, my aunt, filled that role.
Edwina graduated from Aspen High School in 1928. She headed off to State Teachers College in Greeley, now the University of Northern Colorado. In those days you could teach in rural schools without a fouryear degree. After one year of college Kelleher landed her first teaching job at the Missouri Heights School. As you may imagine she lived in the schoolhouse, stoked the fire for heat, and managed children from first through eighth grades. The responsibilities loomed large for a 20-year-old. She continued her college program during the summers. Her school was close to home, so she visited family on weekends. Kelleher supplemented her small teacher’s income by playing violin in dance bands with her sister. Occasionally one of her two sisters, each of whom played piano, would visit Kelleher. They would play for a dance at the Missouri Heights School. In 1930 Kelleher moved closer to home and worked in the one-room Upper Cattle Creek School. She taught there for four years and continued to take
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summer classes in Greeley. Kelleher must have felt she was well entrenched in the profession when she landed a job in the town of Basalt in 1934. Basalt was not a one-room school, but it was not
school presented a juncture when many students ended their formal education. Eighth grade presented Kelleher’s last chance to help students master basic skills. Kelleher followed a common path
KELLEHER MUST HAVE FELT SHE WAS WELL ENTRENCHED IN THE PROFESSION WHEN SHE LANDED A JOB IN THE TOWN OF BASALT IN 1934. BASALT WAS NOT A ONE-ROOM SCHOOL, BUT IT WAS NOT MUCH LARGER. SHE TAUGHT FIFTH THROUGH EIGHTH GRADES. TEACHING EIGHTH GRADERS HELD MORE SIGNIFICANCE THAN IT DOES TODAY. THE TRANSITION TO HIGH SCHOOL PRESENTED A JUNCTURE WHEN MANY STUDENTS ENDED THEIR FORMAL EDUCATION. EIGHTH GRADE PRESENTED KELLEHER’S LAST CHANCE TO HELP STUDENTS MASTER BASIC SKILLS. much larger. She taught fifth through eighth grades. Teaching eighth graders held more significance than it does today. The transition to high
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for women who could not afford to attend college full time during the cash-strapped Depression years. Longtime Aspen teacher Hildur
Anderson had chosen the same path two years ahead of Kelleher. Anderson took on a class immediately after graduating from high school. She taught for 12 years, mostly in oneroom rural schools. Her positions included the Snowmass School, Brush Creek School, the Woody Creek School, and larger schools in Crested Butte and Rifle. Many school districts followed the custom of that period and required female teachers to be single. Anderson took a break from teaching to start a family. The singles-only rule changed after World War II and she completed her career teaching in Aspen. Edwina left her career in 1940 when she married Larry Kelleher. Her father-in-law owned and operated the establishment that later became known as the Red Onion. When Prohibition cut their income, the family eked out a living by serving food and renting rooms. The new couple moved to California, started their family, and eventually bought a catering business. Teaching prepares adults to handle many of life’s responsibilities, including parenting and celebrating. Tim Willoughby’s family story parallels Aspen’s. He began sharing folklore while teaching for Aspen Country Day School and Colorado Mountain College. Now a tourist in his native town, he views it with historical perspective. Reach him at redmtn2@comcast.net.
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1950 BACKCOU N T RY
“ASPENITES SKIING TO CONVENTION AT GUNNISON,” announced the Aspen Daily Times on March 16, 1950. “A friendly argument over the relative merits of skis versus snowshoes for cross-country winter travel will be decided this weekend when four Gunnison men, two webs and two on slats, will race thirty miles from Crested Butte over East Maroon Pass to Aspen. These four, carrying packs with approximately 70 pounds of rations, first aid kits, and sleeping bags, will go up from Crested Butte, past Gothic Mountain, up Copper Creek, across East Maroon Pass and down Maroon Creek to Aspen. On Friday, a team of four Aspen men will leave here for a similar trip to Gunnison. The Aspen team will all be equipped with skis spurning the webs as being too slow especially downhill. ... The Aspen team route will be up Castle Creek Friday to stay overnight at the Tagert Hut in Montezuma Basin. Saturday morning start over Pearl Pass and then generally down Cement Creek to the Gunnison Ski Course where the four will be picked up and proceed to Gunnison by car. The four Aspenites will be feted at the banquet Saturday night being held by the convention of Chamber of Commerce managers meeting in Gunnison Saturday.” This photo and more can be found in the Aspen Historical Society archives at aspenhistory.org.
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SYNC PERFORMANCE STRETCH PUFFY A JACKET that’s puffy and stretchy already sounded great, but the SYNC Performance Stretch Puffy has also lived up to the hype. This insulated jacket, released earlier this winter, uses stretch fabric and PrimaLoft down — a combination of PrimaLoft ultrafine fibers and water-repellent goose down — which makes for a warm, cozy fit that has been able to withstand some really cold and windy winter days in Aspen. And on a warm, spring day, the jacket never feels too warm, which has elevated its status in my closet as this winter’s go-to jacket. The shiny exterior gives it a more luxurious appearance, and is complemented by a 20k/20k Melange woven material that is rainproof and waterproof in heavy rain or wet snow. The denim-like overlay on the shoulders and chest gives the jacket a stylish look and provides a nice visual balance to the rest of the jacket. SYNC Performance, based in Edwards, touts the jacket’s mobility and performance, all of which have held true this winter. And for women with big busts, this is the jacket for you. You can get comfort and mobility without sacrificing a flattering fit — a rarity for women’s winter wear. “We came up with the concept of the Stretch Puffy after a cold day on the mountain with professional alpine ski racers,” said Phil Shettig, president of SYNC Performance. “The athletes couldn’t bend and move in their insulated jackets before their training runs. We thought there’s no reason to sacrifice performance for warmth. So we developed the Stretch Puffy jacket that offers unparalleled range of motion without sacrificing warmth.” The movement is what’s key about this jacket. It feels almost elastic, but never tight, and allows winter athletes a way to excel in their sports without sacrificing comfort, warmth or mobility. For
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RESTAURATEURS WHO GO TO THE SOURCE “I THINK it would be cool if I could have a bar and a restaurant that only poured spirits and wines from places that I have been to,” said Aspen-based restaurateur and bar impresario Jimmy Yeager, as he gazed at the prolific collection of bottles behind his bar at Jimmy’s, An American Restaurant and Bar. Fun indeed, but to even consider such a KELLY J. project takes extreme HAYES imagination and commitment. For some spots, the concept would be pure folly. Who in the hospitality business closes shop and takes the time to travel the world to places where whisky, rum, or mezcal are made? Not to mention going on the road to hopscotch wine regions in places like Napa, Oregon’s Willamette Valley, Australia’s Barossa or the Mendoza in Argentina. But for many high-end, specialty eateries, it is important to go to the source. To meet the people who make the wines and spirits, to walk the vineyards, or taste the grains and smell the “angel’s share” in the distilleries, is a critical part of the hospitality experience. More and more you’re finding sommeliers, bartenders, even servers who are booking their vacation time and taking trips to the high temples and sacred grounds of cuisine and wine. “It’s hugely important for theoretical knowledge to actually see the cross at Romanée-Conti (a premier AOC region in Burgundy) for example,” said Greg Van Wagner, the beverage director at Jimmy’s, who took a group trip to France and Italy with Yeager and his staff last October. “It just gives you a sense of place that you can communicate to your guests. It helps tell the story.” FRASCA HITS THE ROAD
In Boulder, Colorado, Frasca Food and Wine specializes in the cuisine and wines from one region, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, in northeastern Italy. When partners Bobby Stuckey and Lachlan Mackinnon-Patterson opened in 2004, it was a relatively obscure place for most American
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consumers, even confirmed food and wine aficionados. But over the last decade the beauty of the region and the joys of its rustic, yet elegant wines and food have become loved by Italia-philes, in part because the Frasca staff has spread the word. “Originally at Frasca, when we had a smaller team, we would close the restaurant and take the entire team to Friuli-Venezia Giulia,” Stuckey explained when he was asked why it was important for his staff get an up close and personal appreciation of the region. “It was a great time for our staff to see, taste and experience firsthand what we meditated so much on in the restaurant.” The knowledge gained helps not just the staff, but transfers to Frasca’s customers as well. “It is so great for staff who go there. They can better articulate what the region is, who the people are and why we’re inspired by it, to our guests,” said Stuckey. While the once yearly treks have been reduced in number, the staff still heads east. “Having since outgrown the ability to take the entire staff at once, now when Lachlan and I go over to work on Scarpetta and other projects, we will try and take an employee with us.” TRAVELS WITH JIMMY
Last fall, Jimmy Yeager took seven members of his team on a wine trip to some of the most hallowed vineyards in Europe. “We had some construction going on and so we closed down and hopped on a plane to France,” Yeager said. “It’s pretty much the best class you can have. But it is much more than education. Basically, you can turn people on to what they really enjoy drinking and tasting.” “It was amazing,” said Van Wagner. “We flew to Paris, picked up a car and the next morning we were standing atop a hill overlooking Les Clos vineyard in Chablis with Frédéric Drouhin.” Over the next 23 days, they perused 2.4 miles of underground caves and tunnels in Champagne, dined in Bordeaux among the biodynamic vines of Château Palmer with winemaker Thomas
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Bobby Stuckey (near right) and his staff from Frasca enjoy an al fresco lunch in Friuli.
Duroux and climbed the hilly vineyard lands in Piemonte. Oh, and they took a balloon trip over Burgundy before visiting the cellars they saw from on high. Each of the wineries they visited has wines on the list at Jimmy’s, and each of the seven travelers can tell guests stories about those wines and the people who make them. “Pretty much, if we carry it you’ll find a bartender or server who has been there,” chuckles Yeager. “The thing is, it is all about the access. When you are in this business you have access that other people don’t have,” Yeager explains when asked about the advantages of being a “connected” traveller in the world of wine and spirits. This spring he is taking a trip to explore the whisky of Scotland and Ireland. He is also a regular in the agave fields of Mexico. “We carry just two brands of Mezcal (Del Maguey and Mezcal Vago), because I have been there and I know that they give back to the communities that grow the product.” On many of these trips, Yeager is accompanied by members of the staff at Jimmy’s. “Telling the stories of the spirits helps to set us apart,” he says, and besides, “It’s just fun.” Perhaps the most fun Yeager has had on a “research” trip was a few years ago when he decided he wanted to do a bar hop across Europe. “I simply posted on our Facebook page ‘Who want’s to drink with us?’ For the 12 days we
took a trip to find the best bars between Prague and London. You want to know what they are? Just ask me.” The next best thing to taking your own wine trip is dining with people who travel the world of wine. Kelly J. Hayes lives in the soon-to-bedesignated appellation of Old Snowmass with his wife, Linda, and black Lab named Vino. He can be reached at malibukj@aol. com.
UNDER THE INFLUENCE SCARPETTA 2014 ‘FRICO BIANCO” When Stuckey goes to Friuli, it is frequently to source for his Scarpetta brand of wines. This “field blend” of chardonnay and the regional grape friulano is dry, medium-weight and fairly light in alcohol (12.5%). A beautiful pairing with a salad and grilled veggies on a sunny spring afternoon, it is a bargain trip to Friuli in a bottle at just $12.
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BRIGHT LIGHTS, BIG PLATES WHERE TO EAT IN DENVER NOW
WHO KNOWS GOOD FOOD? Chefs, of course. So when heading toward the bright lights of big-city Denver for a palate-stretching meal — be it a bowl of Indian biriyani, hand-pulled Japanese ramen, or a smattering of New American small plates — it’s best to arrive armed with suggestions. While you might wing it and stumble upon someplace great, I sought suggestions from top AMANDA Aspen-area chefs and RAE threw in a personal recommendation or two from recent trips. While this list is by no means comprehensive — “admittedly, your options are almost limitless,” quips chef-restaurateur Mark Fischer of Town and Phat Thai in Carbondale and The Pullman in Glenwood Springs, the latter of which informs his three-year-old Cherry Creek spot, Harman’s Eat & Drink — it’s a satisfying amusebouche of where to eat now in the Mile High City. Bon app!
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or roasted oysters), salads, and puffy pretzel rolls round out the menu. Don’t miss Old Major’s charcuterie board, best paired with The Infinite Monkey Theorem Urban Winery’s Old Major red and white, produced exclusively for swine worthy of an Animal Farm rebellion. On weekdays, find Royal Rooster: a new lunch counter at the Old Major bar serving two burgers and a handful of crispy fried chicken sandwiches featuring Red Bird poultry from Englewood. 3316 Tejon St., 720420-0622, oldmajordenver.com
Brewing Company next door if you like. What’s better than Biju’s second outpost opening west of downtown Denver on April 1? Chef Thomas returns as a guest chef to element 47 at The Little Nell in Aspen on May 14. 1441 26th St. (opening April 1: 4279 Tennyson St.), 303-292-3500, littlecurryshop.com
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Of course chef Justin Brunson’s award-winning eatery was a frequent reply to my query among chefs — ever since the master butcher offered slices of off-menu horse meat kielbasa at Heritage Fire during the 2015 Food & Wine Classic, it’s been at the top of my list, too. Named Best Restaurant by 5280 Magazine last year and on Bon Appétit’s national Top 50 list shortly after it opened in 2013, Old Major is still the talk of the town. Everything is cut, cured, and prepared in-house, and while the menu skews meatheavy — pork cassoulet, steak frites, three-pound pork chop, two-pound dry-aged Colorado ribeye, duck au vin, pork fat fries — lighter items such as seafood (cod, shrimp and grits, raw
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Tucked into a warehouse in the RiNo Art District is a funky, graffitied, concrete box where South India-born chef Biju Thomas slings bowls of spiced rice, lentils, and vegetables (meat optional) inspired by the street food of his native land. Served assembly-line style, the fare is fresh and healthy: coconut curry or spicy vindaloo chicken, masala beef, potatoes and sautéed cabbage, topped with cilantro, mint yogurt, spiced chutney, and crushed papadam. (An advisor for competitive cyclists, Thomas has authored three cookbooks, including the familyfriendly Feed Zone Table, released in February.) Choose a side of chewy chapati bread, plus chai tea or mango lassi — take it all over to Zephyr
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Urban food halls are hot, and The Source — a European-style artisanal market located in a refurbished 1880s ironworks building in the RiNo Art District — is just one example of how Denver represents a microcosm of the national trend. Anchoring The Source is Acorn, whose fearless leader, chef Steven Redzikowski, just nabbed a 2016 James Beard Award Best Chef Southwest nomination. Like its sister restaurant, the awardwinning Oak at Fourteenth in Boulder, the New American menu is wood-fired, the cocktails are craft, and the ambience is industrial-cozy. Order away and share — you’ll want to sample everything. 3350 Brighton Blvd., 720-542-3721, denveracorn.com
REBEL RESTAURANT
It takes one to know one — so I wasn’t surprised to learn that Rebel Restaurant is one of Roaring Fork chef Mark Fischer’s current favorites. Walking in, it’s easy to assume you’ve accidentally entered a hipster dive bar — and that’s exactly what chef-owners Dan Lasiy and Bo Porytko want. A low-key hangout is the perfect foil for their inventive, sophisticated menu — think buffalo pig skin popcorn, smoked crab hush puppy, lobster panna cotta, roasted squab with kushari and spicy tomato glaze, and dishes born of foraged edibles and whole local pig delivered weekly. Flavors are at once new yet nostalgic (General Tso’s balls; pierogi of the day; dessert that combines peanut butter marshmallows with Wonder Bread mousse and grape jelly ice cream). True to whim, chef Lasiy is “really excited about spring: peas, asparagus, artichokes, fiddleheads.” 3763 Wynkoop St., 303-297-3902, rebelrestaurantdenver.com ZOE MA MA
When David Wang misses a taste of home (and needs a break from his post at Meat & Cheese in Aspen), the chef hits this delightful mother-andson dim sum spot in LoDo. “Each dish brings back memories of family and a time when my only concern was what’s going to happen next week on my favorite cartoon,” Wang says. His pick from chef Anne Zoe’s traditional menu of dumplings and pork buns, noodles, and Sichuan rice bowls: za jiang mian, a Northern Chinese
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medley of hand-pulled egg noodles with a sauce of ground pork and julienned vegetables. “It’s a dish my dad taught me when I was younger,” Wang says. “Whenever he’d visit from Taiwan, he’d make it for us.” Roast duck wonton soup on Friday and Saturday special is a treat. Continue a food-and-drink crawl next door at the bustling Union Station — MERCANTILE DINING & PROVISIONS (for bruléed bone marrow) and STOIC & GENUINE (oysters and crudo with granita) are two perennial favorites. 1625 Wynkoop St., 303-545-6262, zoemama.com
OODLES OF NOODLES Follow an Asian persuasion in Denver at these favorite haunts:
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If you haven’t been to this intimate, landmark eatery, it’s time. Founded by chef Alex Seidel — 2016 James Beard Award Semifinalist for Best Chef Southwest and 2010 Food & Wine Best New Chef — the 50-seat Fruition consistently tops Denver’s list of best restaurants. In addition to an ever-evolving menu of carefully prepared dishes — Spanish octopus, Colorado lamb, hand-rolled pastas, and sheep’s milk cheeses from Fruition Farms in Larkspur — each decorated with vibrant local vegetables and foraged herbs to resemble a miniature garden landscape, the Grazing Vegetarians twocourse tasting is offered nightly. 1313 E. 6th Ave., 303-831-1962, fruitionrestaurant.com
OSAKA RAMEN Around the corner from Biju’s in the RiNo Art District, this chic broth shop caters to tastes both traditional and nouveau with five kinds of noodles, a dozen small plates, and bento boxes. Take My Wife’s Donuts to go, if you must. osakaramendenver.com DOMO JAPANESE COUNTRY FOODS Find more than 26 kinds of noodle combinations at this 20-year-old traditional restaurant, museum, and garden. Sit outside under the umbrellas and feel transplated to Japan. domorestaurant.com TENGU Hipster, minimalist noodle bar in RiNo’s Industry Building with six styles of ramen, sharable snacks, extensive collection of Japanese whisky, and basement sake bar. tengudenver.com TOKIO Ramen or sushi? Have both here — plus charcoal-grilled meats. If it’s packed, ask to squeeze up to the tiny upstairs bar for a private experience. mytokio.com
PHO DUY Located at 925 South Federal — a strip speckled with Vietnamese joints — is one of the best pho houses, now two decades old. Vegetarian broth is available upon request — and all the meaty good stuff, too. Trust. US THAI CAFÉ Pad Thai fanatics, rejoice! This authentic Edgewater restaurant is known for making dishes spicy by default. Thankfully, Joyride Brewing Company is right across the street. ALOY MODERN THAI Boasting roots in Boulder by way of Bangkok, this brand-new LoDo eatery draws recipes from three generations under one roof. Light, fresh, familiar, funky — it’s all here. aloymodernthai.com UNCLE RESTAURANT Like a blonde-wood bento-box, this cozy hot spot serves a tight menu of new-school ramen, steamed buns, and bibimbap. Try the fried green tomato buns and spicy duck ramen with arugula and gala apple. Lines are brutal; hop on the wait list and grab drinks next door at Bar Dough.
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MOAB MIX After diving head-first into an entire issue dedicated to Spring Break escapes, it dawned on me that I’m not really going very far afield this year — in other words, no Mai Tais on the beach for me. But I am throwing the bikes on the car for a few days in Moab. I’m actually pretty excited for the trip, as it’s been years since I’ve really been in Moab — as in downtown Moab. And since I’m meeting some friends from California for this mini-vacay, we’ll be doing a bit of the tourist thing. This, of course, means a stop at the Moab Brewery. I remember the brewery from way back when, and am looking forward to a bit of deja
vu. And as a fan of craft beer, I’m also looking forward to trying out a few of their on-tap, bottled and canned offerings. In fact, I’ve already decided to pick up a “Mix It Up” 12-pack variety box as, you know, a souvenir of Spring Break 2016. LIBATIONS WAS CREATED BY BELOVED ASPEN TIMES PUBLISHER GUNILLA ASHER, WHO DIED JUNE 2, 2014, AFTER A BRAVE BATTLE WITH CANCER. CHEERS — TO GUNNER!
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Spring break = spring skiing. In Aspen, that means a whole lot of fun, both on the slopes and around town.
THAT SPRING BREAK STATE OF MIND
WE MAY BE GROWN-UPS, BUT THAT DOESN’T MEAN SPRINGTIME CELEBRATIONS ARE OVER WE ALL REMEMBER the good old days. We were counting down the weeks until summer vacation (probably about eight or nine to go) and everyone was getting a bit antsy. The birds chirped outside, the flowers began to blossom and the sun set much later in the evening. Suddenly, classes weren’t as interesting. They were a bit restraining. And then, in the nick of time, we got a BARBARA PLATTS moratorium from our education. We were granted five days off sandwiched together by two weekends, otherwise known as SPRING BREAK!!! Oh yes…those were glorious days. When tequila was consumed like water, a one-night stand was equivalent to a kiss on the cheek and wet T-shirt contests weren’t just a funny joke, they were a promise. The beauty of this time of year was that it was dedicated to fun. There were few familial obligations since Easter rarely fell over the break. It was a time we could throw our inhibitions to the wind and get our freak on. For most of the millennial generation, Spring Break is now something to be mourned. In the
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professional world, it’s not very “professional” to say you’re going to take off a week to see how many body shots you can give/ receive in a destination south of the border. Spring Break is just something that most of us were forced to grow out of. Thankfully, that is not the case in Aspen. From the beginning of March until the slopes close in midApril, we get our own Spring Break in this town. If you’re a visitor you get a taste of the festivities, but if you’re a local you
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get to enjoy the entire meal. We can ski in tank tops and jeans (sometimes even bikinis and short shorts) in between glasses of Veuve Clicquot at the top of Ajax. We have the opportunity to watch live shows like Nahko and Medicine for the People and Big Gigantic (coming up March 25) at the bases of Snowmass and Aspen Mountain. Starting in the first weekend in April we have the notoriously fun closing day parties (see sidebar for more information). And, of course, there is aprés-ski any
and every day of the week. Don’t worry about losing your youth. Spring Break is abound all around. So pull on your big boy neon pants, whip out your bikini or tank top and join the party. There is plenty more Spring Break to be had. See you out there. #mylifeisyourspringbreak #aspenliving #springskiing Barbara Platts was never a huge fan of the typical Mexico Spring Break, but she sure loves springtime in Aspen, Colorado. Reach her at bplatts.000@gmail.com.
UPCOMING SPRING BREAK EVENTS Big Gigantic — 8 p.m., March 25 Local legend DJ Naka G starts it up at 8PM with fireworks. The Boulder based musical group Big Gigantic will begin at 9PM. This is part of Aspen Skiing Company’s Bud Light Hi-Fi Concert Series. Banked Slalom — All day, March 26 Slalom competition on Buttermilk for snowboarders only. It’s $30 entry free into the competition, but free to watch. Bacon Appreciation Day — All day, April 3 Buttermilk’s Closing Day is a bacon extravaganza mountain-wide. Get there early for bacon waffles at the summit, bacon samplers throughout the mountain and tasty bacon Bloody Mary’s at the base. Highlands Closing Day — All day, April 10 This is the most popular closing day party around. The festivities are interspersed on the mountain from the Highland Bowl to the base of the mountain, including Schneetag, when contestants build handmade crafts and attempt to jump a pond in them. Once the lifts close, all partiers coalesce at the bottom for music, dancing and fun.
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BREAK AWAY
THIS IS THE TIME OF YEAR WHEN OUR SIGHTS ARE SET ON GETTING AWAY. Whether it’s a weekend sojourn or an offseason adventure or a spring break escape, Aspenites are ready to go beyond the roundabout for a change of scenery. In this week’s edition, we asked our columnists to weigh on Spring Break 2016 — and we learned where to eat, drink and party. And, on the following pages, we discover three distinctly different trips, all within a day’s drive of Aspen, as well learn more about a dream trip to Nicaragua. Read on, because whether you can follow in these writers’ footsteps or not, their words are sure to provide a much needed escape as winter turns to spring.
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BEST OF BOTH WORLDS UTAH’S AMANGIRI: ONE OF THE WORLD’S FINEST RESORTS, SET NEAR THE COUNTRY’S BEST NATIONAL PARKS AND WILDERNESS AREAS BY AMIEE WHITE BEAZLEY
THERE ARE DREAM TRIPS — and then there are dream trips. For me this means a combination of the best accommodations and service with access to an array of outdoor adventures. Just a little over eight hours from Aspen by car near Four Corners this dream is realized at a resort called Amangiri. A member of the Aman resorts family, with properties throughout the world, Amangiri (Peaceful Mountain) is located on 600 secluded acres in Canyon Point, Utah, close to the Arizona border, and is considered to be the finest of the entire collection. The resort itself is stunning. Tucked into a protected valley with sweeping views toward the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument and built around a central swimming pool with phenomenal views, the 34 suites at Amangiri blend into their surroundings, where deep canyons and towering plateaus create a raw landscape of immense power. But Amangiri, which is family friendly, is also blessed with a natural playground all around the property. Amangiri (“giri” describes rock formations in Sanskrit) — is located in the middle of the Grand Circle, just minutes from Lake Powell and the Glen Canyon Recreation Area, and within easy reach of the Grand Canyon, Bryce Canyon, Monument Valley and, of course, the Colorado River. “Amangiri is the perfect base to discover all that the Colorado Plateau has to offer,” says Christophe Olivro, Amangiri general manager. “From adrenalinefueled adventures like the via ferrata and horseback riding, to rejuvenating experiences like yoga and treatments at the 25,000-square-foot spa, there is no shortage of activities at our peaceful mountain.”
TOURS OF SURROUNDING NATIONAL PARKS
This year marks the 100th anniversary of the establishment of the National Parks system and exploration to the area’s parks from Amangiri can include a private tour with the resort’s Adventure Partners guide or with Park Cooperating Associations. Park Cooperating Associations, and their partners Park Field Institutes, are nonprofit entities chartered by the U.S. Congress with a focus on promoting education and responsible stewardship.
DAY TRIPS TO LAKE POWELL
To experience Lake Powell, just 15 minutes from the resort, Amangiri partners with Lake Powell Boating Tours for private exploration via kayaks, open-bow sports boats, bass boats, cabin cruisers and house boats. Almost 2,000 miles of shoreline, pristine
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water, over 90 picturesque side canyons and secluded bays with sandy beaches, including the 290-footwide, free-standing arch — Rainbow Bridge, where you can enjoy a picnic lunch on-board and swim in Lake Powell — define the experiences.
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If you aren’t an experienced rock climber, via ferrata, the Italian term for “iron road,” are a great, safe alternative. Via ferrata is a series of fixed cables and ladder rungs used to climb steep mountain routes. Amangiri offers four guided via ferrata climbs. Studhorse Via Ferrata is a combination scramble and technical climb along the sandstone wall of Studhorse Mesa. Once on top of Studhorse Mesa, guests can walk the short distance to Skylight Arch to enjoy panoramic views of Lake Powell, Navajo Mountain and the Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument. Red Line Ridge Via Ferrata is a little more challenging and ascends an exposed spine of Entrada Sandstone also to the top of Studhorse Mesa. Guests who access the top from Red Line or Studhorse Via Ferrata may continue for an additional 3-mile, off-trail hike into the most remote section of the Amangiri property, accessing isolated canyons on the backside of Studhorse Mesa, returning via the Studhorse, Sunrise and Cabin Trails. The Hoodoo Via Ferrata ascends a peak high above the Hoodoo Trail, with views in every direction, amazing geology and a hidden “canyonesque” line of ascent. The summit allows for significant exploration including a short slot canyon loop hike and an 18-inch wide, 232-foot suspension bridge spanning a 600-foot deep gorge. The Cave Peak Via Ferrata is more challenging and exposed than the Studhorse and Hoodoo. It includes climbing steeper, more sustained, sections of rungs but rewards with a spectacular airy traverse and dramatic summit.
“AMANGIRI IS THE PERFECT BASE TO DISCOVER ALL THAT THE COLORADO PLATEAU HAS TO OFFER. FROM ADRENALINE-FUELED ADVENTURES LIKE THE VIA FERRATA AND HORSEBACK RIDING, TO REJUVENATING EXPERIENCES LIKE YOGA AND TREATMENTS AT THE 25,000-SQUARE-FOOT SPA, THERE IS NO SHORTAGE OF ACTIVITIES AT OUR PEACEFUL MOUNTAIN.” – CHRISTOPHE OLIVRO, AMANGIRI GENERAL MANAGER COURTESY PHOTOS
BEYOND THE SLOPES A SPRING BREAK ALTERNATIVE FOR ADVENTURES IN THE ROCKIES BY HEATHER MUNDT
IF YOU GO... SMR’s winter festival runs March 17-20, 2016. Join winter enthusiasts and Nordicsport lovers of all ages and abilities at the Nordic Center featuring snowshoeing, fat-biking and Nordic skiing. The festival includes races, tutorials, mini-camps and clinics, as well as barbecues, s’mores, bonfires and plenty of family fun. Visit snowmountainranch.org for details. YMCA of the Rockies offers a second location in Estes Park. For more information, visit ymcarockies.org.
FOR MANY TRAVELERS, a spring-break trip to Colorado likely includes shredding the slopes in one of the state’s 25 ski areas and resorts. But what if you’re vacationing with a group of non-shredders who still want the snowy mountain experience, like the Jarrell family? Head to YMCA of the Rockies Snow Mountain Ranch (SMR). “We were a total of 14 adults and 16 kids,” says Charles Jarrell, a Pearland, Texas father of four whose crew of five families spent a week at SMR during his kids’ March 2015 break. “And not everybody wanted to ski.” Located in Granby between Winter Park Ski Resort and Grand Lake, the 5,000-acre playground was an ideal option for the 30-person group, says his wife, Ashley. Offering wide-open spaces for the kids to explore safely, plus plenty of on-site activities from which to choose, it felt to her like a cruise vacation. “Except no boat, and you’re in the mountains,” she says. “We could give the kids freedom and relax.” From a selection of indoor pursuits like
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crafts, a climbing wall, archery and basketball or roller-skating, to outdoor ones like tubing, snowshoeing and fat-biking, the hands-down favorite among SMR’s winter guests are the dog-sled tours. And that includes the kids in Charles’ group, who said meeting and riding with the dogs was the best part of the vacation. “Even the parents were talking about it after the trip was over,” he says. Whether you choose the Saturday- or Mondaymorning group rides — a 2-mile loop through snowy, pine-dotted meadow or a private, 50-minute option — registration is required and fills up quickly (typically opens for non-members in October.) But for those who don’t get a chance or want to ride in the sled, there are plenty of free activities for guests, including a pre-ride chat about the dogs. “The presentation that takes place before the rides covers not only the details of how dog sledding works, but also focuses on the important concepts of teamwork and faith between musher and dogs,” Martha Sortland, SMR marketing and
communications director (and occasional musher). And anyone can meet one of the 18 sled dogs — including puppies-in-training if you’re lucky — or watch and listen to the eager athletes beg and howl to hook into the line and start pulling. There’s even a fire pit to warm up or roast a marshmallow or two amid the canine cacophony. But if you miss the whirlwind of winter activities, head to SMR for warm-weather adventures like the summer tubing hill. A 300-foot-long, $2.8 million endeavor that debuted July 2014 — one of only three in the U.S. and the first of its kind in Colorado — its turf-like material and mist nozzles mimic the feel of snow splashing on your face as you ride. Even better? A 200-foot-long Magic Carpet transports you back up the hill. In a word? “Awesome,” said my oldest son, Brody. “Just awesome.”
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GO DEEP STEEP AND SLEEPY IN SILVERTON BY AIMEE CULLWICK
THE SLEEPY MINING TOWN OF SILVERTON is located 50 miles North of Durango. Despite an increasingly hip mountain town vibe, Silverton has managed to maintain a refreshingly low-key and nonchalant attitude. In 2002, Silverton Mountain ski resort put the town on the map; offering the first hybrid lift-access and backcountry skiing tours of its kind. I had always wanted to experience the steep terrain of Silverton, so when my sister invited me to splurge with her and sign-up for the all-day helicopter ski tour at Silverton, I eagerly accepted. It is a bluebird day when we arrive at the mountain. Skiers are busy in the back of their cars gathering required avalanche gear (beacons, shovels and probes) and carrying skis to the base. Mid-January to March, Silverton Mountain offers guided only skiing with 1819 acres of lift and hike access terrain. Typically guides take up to 8 guests of similar ability out for the day. The number of lift tickets sold daily is limited to 80, further adding to the backcountry experience. Heliski guests have access to another 22,000 acres of steep terrain. Heliskiers are placed in a group of four (the number of passenger seats in the helicopter). We are directed to the yurt-style “lodge” at the base of the mountain to sign waivers, listen to an orientation and rent any gear from a converted bus out back in a snow drift. There is no running water and charming long-drops out back add to the low-key ambiance. Snacks, drinks, beer and fun swag are also available for purchase in the tentlodge. We are checked in by resort co-owner, Jen Brill, who exuberantly praises us for being the only women heli-skiing that day as she rings red duct tape around our arms to signify we are signed up for the all-day adventure. Finally, we are introduced to Fabio Grasso, our snowboarding backcountry guide with 15 years of experience, a boyish smile and savage goggle tan. We take the only lift, a two-man recycled chair, to the 12,000’ summit. A short hike leads to our first pick-up site where a yellow helicopter lands and we carefully climb under whirling rotors into the back of the small eggshell-like vessel. Our gear is placed in an attached basket. It is late February and the snow is not new, nevertheless our day consists of 6 trips in the helicopter accessing a variety of hard-packed couloirs, corn snow bowls and untracked powder still lingering in the trees. I don’t know which is more exhilarating, skiing down or the helicopter ride up with breath-taking views and precarious landings on high alpine mountain saddles. At the end of the day we ski down to a repurposed bus with “Silverton Correctional Facility” written on the side and Willie Nelson tunes blaring onboard. It transports us to the base where the cold beer at the yurt-lodge is welcome as we grab a piece of cardboard and sit in a snowbank with Fabio, saluting our epic day.
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IF YOU GO... SILVERTON MOUNTAIN, (970) 387-5706, www.silvertonmountain.com, is open Thursdays through Sundays. For most of the season, guests are required to ski in small groups with a guide. Cost is $129-$149 a day. Unguided skiing, April 5 to 29, is $49. Heli skiing is $179 for a single drop or $999 for the all day adventure. LODGING: Though the town is sparsely populated in the winter, there are still a variety of guesthouses and historic hotels open: The Inn of the Rockies at the Historic Alma House is a 1898 guesthouse with full breakfasts. Doubles with shared bath begin at $85; with private bath, from $110; (800) 267-5336; www.innoftherockies.com. For a more adventurous experience try the Eureka Lodge (owned by former Glenwood Springs residents); a renovated miner’s lodge 8 miles out of town on the Animas River. You must be willing to snowmobile, snowshoe or ski in 1/4 of a mile in the winter. $125 a night per room includes breakfast; (970)618-3913; info@ eurekalodgecolorado.com DINING: Definitely stop in for a drink at the Rum Bar, a tasting room for Montanya Rum crafted in Crested Butte, the bar also serves a variety of other cocktails all made with Colorado liquor. Try the elk empanadas from the tapas menu! www.silvertonrumbar.com Avalanche Brewing Company offers a stellar view from the deck and serves breakfast, lunch, pizza dinner and four hand-crafted ales on tap. www.avalanchebrewing.com
IT IS LATE FEBRUARY AND THE SNOW IS NOT NEW, NEVERTHELESS OUR DAY CONSISTS OF 6 TRIPS IN THE HELICOPTER ACCESSING A VARIETY OF HARD-PACKED COULOIRS, CORN SNOW BOWLS AND UNTRACKED POWDER STILL LINGERING IN THE TREES. I DON’T KNOW WHICH IS MORE EXHILARATING, SKIING DOWN OR THE HELICOPTER RIDE UP WITH BREATH-TAKING VIEWS AND PRECARIOUS LANDINGS ON HIGH ALPINE MOUNTAIN SADDLES.
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DESTINATION | NICARAGUA
IN NICARAGUA, REJUVENATION ON THE PACIFIC IT’S EARLY FEBRUARY at 7 a.m. on my first morning in Nicaragua. My toes are pressed in the silky sand and I can see the mountains of Costa Rica off in the distance. The sounds of crashing ocean waves remind me how far I am from Colorado, and also how relaxed I expect to feel in the upcoming week. I’m walking down the aptly named Playa Colorado, a wideopen pristine beach with worldclass surf breaks located adjacent to the beach and golf community of Hacienda Iguana. My connection to this place began more than 10 years ago, even though this is my first visit here. A college friend from Boulder, Lindsey Sherman, moved here about 7 years ago with her husband and they now run one of the largest vacation rental businesses in the area. It’s because of her that my best friend from college, Kevyn Zeller, ended up visiting a few years ago and decided to host a Pilates and wellness retreat on this beach. Fast-forward a few years, and I’m here not only experiencing the retreat as both a friend and a guest, but I’m also helping Kevyn plan some of the details for her
wedding, which also will be held here in September of this year. As a Colorado girl for more than 15 years now, the outdoors, health and wellness are undoubtedly familiar to me, however spending an entire week focusing on just these things is not. I glance over the itinerary and feel overcome with joy and anticipation of what this week will do for me. As someone with a high stress job as a daily newspaper editor, to be able to turn all of that off and focus on myself makes me the perfect type of client for Kevyn’s retreat. The rest of the guests arrive Sunday afternoon and we get to know each other over dinner, cooked by Kevyn’s fiancé Scotty Craig, an incredible private chef. He’ll prepare all of the healthy meals for the week alongside a couple of sous chefs — Nahvae Frost and Sheelagh Regan —who have traveled here with them from New York City. On Monday morning, breakfast kicks off the day with a spread of quinoa porridge, topped with beautiful rows of dried fruit, sliced jalapenos, shaved coconut and nuts, accompanied by a side of hard-boiled eggs. Smoothies made
with local papaya, melon, greens and citrus fruits are served. This breakfast sets the tone for the week of restorative nutrition and fitness that lies ahead. THRIVING IN NICA
I immediately click with a woman named Gina, who won a spot on the posh retreat because of her volunteer service work as a nurse in Haiti. Kevyn and Scotty take applications each year for a service award and it was immediately clear why Gina had won. She was grateful to be there and so dedicated to her week of wellness. As a pediatric nurse in Philadelphia, she made me secondguess the levels of stress I often think I experience at work. Leading the retreat was Kevyn, supported by the team of chefs and Holistic Therapist Eric Pettigrew, who lead the group in meditation, yoga and provided private massages. Suddenly there we all were, on this retreat designed to help us better ourselves. We immediately bonded through the gratitude we each felt and to the calm that took over us. A palapa to the side of one of
the gorgeous beachfront homes we were staying in was the scene of most of the classes. Kevyn lead a Pilates basics class to start the week, followed by several Pilates mat and flow classes throughout the week, supplemented by yoga, meditation, cooking and aromatherapy classes. Long walks on the beach got our bodies moving in the mornings, while afternoon hikes to nearby hilltops provided additional fitness. Local surfer India Reinartz, of the surf and yoga retreats called Papaya Wellness, provided a group surf lesson on a smaller break down the beach, invigorating those who took it as we all popped up on our boards and caught waves. Back at the luxury beachfront homes were infinity pools overlooking the Pacific Ocean, which became our zen spaces during breaks between classes. Morning swims in the refreshing ocean helped many of us start our days before the beach walks or Pilates. Body surfing was a thrilling end to the day, followed by my favorite: a watermelon mojito at the local beach club bar and the nightly ritual of watching the sunset. After a week of this, it’s hard to explain how your body, both physically and mentally, feels. I hadn’t felt such peace and pure relaxation in years, or maybe ever. SIDE TRIP TO GRANADA
To top off the trip, I left Hacienda Iguana with an extra day and a half to spare in order to check out the sites in Grenada, a Spanish colonial city on the
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northwestern shore of Lake Nicaragua, the largest lake in Central America. I arrived on a hot, sunny day and immediately set out on a walking tour of the city, wanting to see as much as I could before night fell because I was traveling alone. I walked to the shore of the lake and bought a ticket to walk out onto a long pier. It was exceptionally windy that day and the waves in the lake resembled rough ocean waters. The white caps contrasted the lake’s ominous dark gray hue, providing an almost eerie backdrop to the city. It felt stormy out on the pier, but back on the sidewalk walking toward downtown Granada the sun beat down on this charming historic city. I climbed to the top of a bell tower at the Iglesia La Merced, which provided panoramic views of the city, the volcanoes in the distance and Lake Nicaragua. I could have stayed up there all afternoon, watching the city hustle beneath me as I enjoyed a rare quietness from above. But it was easy to leave in order to head to what appeared to be, according to my research, Granada’s best fine dining restaurant, a steakhouse called El Zaguan. Lucky for me it was open for lunch, so I dined in the lush patio courtyard on a succulent
piece of tender beef, topped with the most flavorful chimichurri I have ever tasted. I started the meal with a fresh ceviche made with a white fish from the lake, citrus, corn and avocado, served with plantain chips. It all paired perfectly with my favorite Nicaraguan beer, Tona. I walked around the city a bit more and made sure I was back at my room by sunset. I felt mostly safe in Granada, but there were times where a few stares caught my eyes and made me uncomfortable. Luckily, a yoga studio less than a block from my hotel had an evening class taught in English. I attended that and then sat at the hotel bar for some fish tacos and one last Tona — OK, three, actually — chatting with the bartender about life in Granada. It was a storybook ending to an unforgettable trip. lglendenning@aspentimes.com
IF YOU GO... PLAYA COLORADO AT HACIENDA IGUANA Where to stay: Iguana Surf Rentals, iguanasurfrentals.com Where to eat: Pili’s Restaurant at Colorados Beach Club, contemporary and Basque cuisine. What to do: Kevyn Zeller Wellness Retreats, for Pilates, clean eating, yoga, massage, surfing, hiking and more, Jan. 29-Feb. 4, 2017. View an itinerary and reserve your space today at kevynzellerwellnessretreats.com. Price ranges from $2,750 each for double occupancy room to $4,200 for a single, ocean-front master suite. For surfing and yoga information, visit www.papayawellness.com. How to get there: Fly into Managua, then it’s about 2 hours by car. Or fly directly into the Costa Esmeralda Airport via private planes and limited commercial service connecting from Manague or Liberia, Costa Rica. Side trip: Granada Where to stay: Hotel Alhambra Where to eat: El Zaguan, fine dining steakhouse What to do: Walk to the shore of Lake Nicaragua; visit countless colonial churches; take a day trip to the Mombacho volcano; take a boat tour of the Granada Islets, or Las Isletas, on the lake.
TOP: Hiking the hills overlooking Playa Colorado, Nicaragua. ABOVE: Retreat guests do a Pilates mat class, taught by Kevyn Zeller, on an oceanfront palapa at Playa Colorado, Nicaragua. FACING PAGE: LEFT: Lake Nicaragua, the largest lake in Central America, with the Mombacho volcano in the background. RIGHT: Scotty Craig teaches a healthy cooking class during the Kevyn Zeller Wellness Retreat in Playa Colorado, Nicaragua.
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SPRING SPRUNG over the weekend and nowhere was it more evident than on Aspen Mountain. On Saturday, March 19, Ajax Express lift stayed open till 6 p.m. for sunset skiing and snowboarding and parties popped up all over the slopes. At the base, a Veuve Clicquot-themed celebration spilled from Ajax Tavern’s patio onto the snow, which was cordoned off for the Oasis Champagne bar. The
15th annual Bonnie’s Bash took place mid-mountain with the Hawaiian-themed festivities on every level of the deck at Bonnie’s restaurant. And at the top, a crowd gathered at the Sunset Skiing & Sundeck Party that lasted till 9:30 p.m. Contact May with insights, invites or info: allthewaymaymay@hotmail.com
Perfect Colorado bluebird day for Bonnie’s Bash. Steve Goff photo.
Rebecca Mirsky and Meghan Grabow.
Mike Jahn, hostess Sarah Manning and Jackie Tracy.
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Christy Mahon, Gary Moore, Megan Shean, Lea Tucker and Patrick O’Neil.
Kristin Kenny getting into the aloha spirit.
Taika and Eddie Lebowitz.
Andy Bell, Briana Scarcelli and Andy Luersen.
Damian Quigley - ready to party.
Fun fact: Friends Debra Doyle and Jesse Davenport met 25 years ago working at Bonnie’s.
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Downtown Delight • Completely remodeled (inside and out) • Over-sized lot with plans for an infinity edge swimming pool and hot tub, outdoor kitchen and a putting green • Highest quality finishes including marble, steel accents and stone throughout • 6 bedrooms, 5.5 baths, 7,059 sq ft • Walking distance to downtown Aspen, Herron Park and the Rio Grande Trail • Construction completion late 2016 $12,950,000 936KingStreet.com Andrew Ernemann | 970.379.8125 Craig Morris | 970.379.9795
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THE ‘EVIL’ RENE MARIE EARTHA KITT’S sensuous voice and elegant performances may have made her an icon of American song, but many fans first met her as Catwoman on the campy 1960s “Batman” TV series. Among those who discovered Kitt as the sexy purring villain was a young Rene Marie. Marie went on to become an accomplished jazz singer herself and returns to the JAS Café at the Little Nell on March 31 and April 1 with a tribute to Kitt. She’ll be performing with a trio including Jazz Aspen Snowmass founder Jim Horowitz on piano. “When she was Catwoman, that was a life-changing event for me,” Marie told The Aspen Times during her last run through Aspen in 2014. Growing up black in segregated Virginia, Marie saw Kitt as a bold pioneer for African-American women. “I was living under Jim Crow laws, and it seemed like this dangerous, outrageous thing for a black woman to be going on TV with white people,” she says. “Oh my God! What was going to happen? It can’t be good.” Marie has taken Kitt’s lead, both in song and in substance. She didn’t begin her singing career until she was in her 40s, but Marie quickly set herself apart by using her sultry voice to do more than entertain (though she is quite an entertainer). She’s made bold original music and become a jazzy embodiment of girl power on albums like 2011’s “Black Lace Freudian Slip” and in her 2009 one-woman show and album, “Slut Energy Theory,” and she voiced a protest song against the Jena Six case titled “Four Nooses Hanging.” On her 2013 album, “I Wanna Be Evil (With Love to Eartha Kitt),” she pays homage to Kitt with her own interpretations of Kitt standards like “C’est Si Bon,” “Let’s Do It” and “Santa Baby.” Of course, there’s only one Eartha Kitt, so Marie doesn’t attempt a note-fornote impersonation — instead offering her own takes on Kitt’s classics. “I don’t think anybody told Eartha she had to be that way,” Marie says. “It just seemed to be her natural inclination. It’s admirable how fiercely she guarded her individuality.”
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Marie’s “Santa Baby” is a sloweddown, slithering take. Her “Come On-A My House” has a primal feel to it and a verse that was included in Ross Bagdasarian and William Saroyan’s original 1939 song but isn’t on most versions (including Kitt’s). Kitt herself was a genius interpreter of established songs, Marie noted. Her treatment of Cole Porter’s “Let’s Do It,” for instance, reimagined the classic by dropping Porter’s jaunty delivery for a provocative and seductive one that made it all Kitt’s. “The way she delivers it is delicious,” Marie says, singing a few bars over the phone. “Our version is an aggressive and bluesy, in-your-face ‘Let’s Do It.’ This isn’t your mom and dad’s ‘Let’s Do It.’ … I enjoy doing other people’s songs. I don’t have anything against it. I just don’t like doing it the way it’s always been done.” Marie began performing in the mid-1990s at the behest of her oldest son. She’d always sung around the family home in Roanoake, Va., but
never thought of it as a career option. job to sing full time. One night, her son brought her to see Days after she quit, she got a call a local jazz singer perform, and the from a theater asking her to do a 10disappointing results inspired Marie week run of shows. to begin going onstage. “Sometimes, if you jump, “She was bored, and the band was the net will appear, and that bored, and the crowd was bored, was my net,” she said. and she was singing all these jazz standards, and I thought, ‘What a atravers@aspentimes.com shame!’” Marie says. Her son suggested that Marie could do better. Within a few years, she had formed her own trio and was moonlighting from her gig as a customerservice trainer in a bank. As her first album was due for release in 1999, her husband protested her burgeoning career, eventually giving Marie an ultimatum — to choose jazz or him. She chose jazz, moved to Richmond and continued performing part time, Who: Rene Marie with the James eventually Horowitz Trio quitting her Where: JAS Café Downstairs at
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the Little Nell When: Thursday, March 31 & Friday, April 1; 7 & 9:15 p.m. How much: $30-$40 Tickets: www. jazzaspensnowmass.org
Singer Rene Marie will perform with Jazz Aspen Snowmass founder Jim Horowitz at the JAS Café on March 31 and April 1.
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MARCH 24 - 30, 2016 Snowmass Village. Guitar and bass. Rock, blues and Latin music. DAMIAN SMITH AND TERRY BANNON — 3 p.m., Venga Venga, Snowmass Village. Live music. BRADMAN’S ONE MAN BAND — 4 p.m., Turks, 72 Elbert Lane, Snowmass Village. Americana, folk rock, bluegrass, classic rock and originals. LIVE MUSIC: ELEMENT — 4 p.m., Limelight Hotel, 355 S. Monarch St., Aspen.
SEE Aspen Santa Fe Ballet will give an encore performance of its winter program at the Aspen District Theatre on Saturday, March 26.
THURSDAY, MARCH 24 CHRIS BANK — 3 p.m., The Nest, Viceroy Hotel, 130 Wood Road, Snowmass Village. Contemporary and soulful favorites. LIVE MUSIC: HIGHWAY TO PARIS — 4 p.m., Limelight Hotel, 355 S. Monarch St., Aspen. “MIND TRAVEL” — 7 p.m., St. Regis, 315 E. Dean St., Aspen. Solo piano performance and video art installation inspired by mystical traditions and theoretical physics. BLACK PISTOL FIRE WITH THE NEEDS — 9:30 p.m., Belly Up, 450 S. Galena St., Aspen. All ages. 970-544-9800
FRIDAY, MARCH 25 LARRY AND PATTY HERD — 3 p.m., The Nest, Viceroy Hotel, 130 Wood Road, Snowmass Village. Rock, blues and variety. SMOKIN’ JOE AND ZOE — 3:30 p.m., McKenney’s at the Inn, Inn at Aspen, Highway 82, Aspen. Eclectic male/ female music duo. DAMIAN SMITH AND TERRY BANNON
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singer-songwriter John Hatanaka and open mic for poets with featured poet Frank H. Coons. Free. 970-379-2136. EVERLAST WITH ANDY PALMER — 8:30 p.m., Belly Up, 450 S. Galena St., Aspen. All ages. 970-544-9800
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LOS LONELY BOYS — 8 p.m., Wheeler Opera House, 320 E. Hyman Ave., Aspen. Texas music trio. A GREAT BIG WORLD WITH GENEVIEVE — 8 p.m., Belly Up, 450 S. Galena St., Aspen. Singer-songwriter duo. All ages. 970-544-9800
LIVE MUSIC: DEFIANCE STRINGBAND — 4 p.m., Limelight Hotel, 355 S. Monarch St., Aspen.
BIG GIGANTIC — 9:30 p.m., Belly Up, 450 S. Galena St., Aspen. Live music. 18 and older. 970-544-9800
CHRIS PHILLIPS — 6 p.m., 8K Lounge, Viceroy Snowmass, 130 Wood Road, Snowmass Village. Classical and flamenco guitar.
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WEDNESDAY, MARCH 30
MARK JOHNSON AND CHRIS BANK — 3 p.m., The Nest, Viceroy Hotel, 130 Wood Road, Snowmass Village. Jazz and soulful grooves.
DAMIAN SMITH — 4 p.m., New Belgium Ranger Station, 100 Elbert Lane, Snowmass Village. Live music.
LIVE MUSIC: SMOKIN’ JOE WITH CHRIS BANK — 4 p.m., Limelight Hotel, 355 S. Monarch St., Aspen.
LIVE MUSIC — 6 p.m., Sage Bar, 0239 Snowmass Club Circle, Snowmass Village. Rich Ganson and guests perform.
CHRIS PHILLIPS — 6 p.m., 8K Lounge, Viceroy Snowmass, 130 Wood Road, Snowmass Village. Classical and flamenco guitar.
LP HERD: LIVE MUSIC — 7 p.m., Little Mammoth Steakhouse, 315 Gateway Building, Snowmass Village.
SMOKIN’ JOE AND ZOE — 8 p.m., St. Regis Hotel, 315 E. Dean St., Aspen. Eclectic male/female music duo. THEATRICAL FASHION SHOW — 9 p.m., Belly Up, 450 S. Galena St., Aspen. Fifth annual Aspen Cares benefit for sexual and mental health. All ages. 970-544-9800
SATURDAY, MARCH 26 JOE KELLY AND ZOE — 3 p.m., The Nest, Viceroy Hotel, 130 Wood Road,
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LIVE POETRY NIGHT — 6:30 p.m., Victoria’s Espresso and Wine Bar, 510 E. Durant Ave., Aspen. Hosted by the Aspen Poets Society. Live music with
SMOKIN’ JOE KELLY — 8 p.m., St. Regis Hotel, 315 E. Dean St., Aspen. Guitar, piano and vocals.
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Ritz Carlton Club Fixed Weeks at the Ritz. 3 Bedroom, Ski View #2301. Fixed Spring Break Every Year, Weeks 11,12,21 & Float. Dues $15,661
Snowbunny 5BR 4B completely remodeled, 2750 sf, large entertainment rm, 2 gas fireplaces. Large lawn in front & back. Jacuzzi tub on private deck, 1/2 duplex lives like a single family home, Views of Aspen Mountain, 2 car garage.
Gareth Williams
(970) 309-7649 gareth@gwillproperties.com http://www.gwillproperties.com
970 379-9968
Aspen - $540,000 •Affordable In Town, Roomy 1 bedroom, Low HOA fees Include Most Utilities •Private Deck, Storage •Assigned Parking •Gas Fireplace, Laundry •Great First Home or Terrific Rental with Solid Rental History •6 Block walk to Downtown Aspen or hop on shuttle bus •Now is the time to Buy & Stop Paying Your Landlord's Mortgage! MLS#138752
Sally Shiekman-Miller 970.948.7530 sally@sallyshiekman.com www.AspenSnowmassSIR.com
Aspen - $779,000
North/East facing 3bd 2ba Condo. Located on HC bus line & Galena St. Shuttle. Enjoy HC's Pool, 2 hot tubs & 2 tennis courts. You can also enjoy Hunter Creek & Rio Grande trails just out your front door. Washer/Dryer tap in the unit.
Danny Becker 970-948-5769
Victoria Thomas
970-948-1341 tory.thomas@sothebysrealty.com Tory@torythomas.net
Basalt - $370,000
Affordably priced condo in the heart of town...
COMMERCIAL Unique, creative, cutting edge project. May be used for commercial or residential or combine the uses in the same unit. Ground floor with rollup, garage door. Seller financing possible.
Robert Tobias
970-618-1231 swift@sopris.net www.willitsbend.com
Douglas Elliman Real Estate
Basalt - $585,000 •3 bd/2 ba remodeled in Elk Run •Large kitchen with granite, stainless, maple cabinets •Wood-burning stove, open living room. vaulted ceilings •Nice Basalt Mountain views •Deck, hot tub, mature trees, sprinkled lawn, flower boxes, garage storage •Quiet cul-de-sac, walk everywhere in Basalt •MLS#142674
Sally Shiekman-Miller 970.948.7530 sally@sallyshiekman.com www.AspenSnowmassSIR.com
Carbondale - $995,000
Find YOUR dream home here.
Costa Rica $295,000 - $1,595,000 Looking for a winter retreat?
Spectacular view of Mt. Sopris. 2.68 A with beautiful Crystal River Frontage. Farmhouse built in 1963. Garage/ workshop perfect for craftsman. Seasonal pond for yard irrigation. MLS#138057
Marianne Ackerman 970.379.3546
New construction Penthouse in Flamingo Beach, Guanacaste Gold Coast. 2,200 SF 3BR/3BA penthouse with 1,500SF private roof top terrace enjoying 360 degree views of marina, Flamingo Beach and Pacific Ocean for $1,595,000! Luxury 1BR start at $295,000. Call today! MLS #140187
Charley Podolak
970.948.0100 CallCharley.com Charley.Podolak@sothebysrealty.com
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Edwards - $5,900,000
Glenwood Springs - $159,000
Glenwood Springs - $289,000
Glenwood Springs - $335,000
Rifle - $210,000
Luxury Ski Retreat One of Vail Valley's most spectacular residences, 10,000+ sqft on 35 acres. Elevator, 8 fireplaces, 5 car garage, 3000 bottle wine cellar, 2 full kitchens, pond with landscaping, unending vistas.
Beautiful Four Mile Ranch lot that is ready to build on. Views in every direction. Enjoy open space, and the convenience of being close to town. MLS#142346
Conveniently located in Glenwood Springs, this townhome would make a great home or investment. Home has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms with finished mother-in-law unit, and a fenced back yard with mountain views.
CONVENIENT LOCATION . . . 3 bedrooms, 2 ½ baths - Walk to park, downtown, river - Wood deck, A/C, garage. MLS # 143078
426 Evergreen Drive. Nice 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home with lots of parking for toys. Beautiful front yard in a clean neighborhood.
970.379.3546
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Kathy Westley
Snowmass Village - $695,000
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Ryan & Matt Podskoch
970-710-1725 Info@InvestInColorado.com InvestInColorado.com
Rifle - $639,000
488 County Road 251 Pride of ownership! 5.8 acre irrigated parcel, 4 bed 3 bath home with views. Updated bathrooms & kitchen, walkout basement & 3 car garage. This place has it all!
Marianne Ackerman 970.379.3546
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970.379.8303
Snowmass Village - $650,000 Capitol Peak Condo Beautiful 1Bed luxury Capitol Peak condo located in the heart of Base Village. High end finishes, custom furniture, central heat and air conditioning, elevators, garage parking, exercise room, hot tub, storage and ski locker. GREAT RENTALS. Perfect for an Aspen buyer who skis in Snowmass who wants to park their car, store their skis and hop on the Gondola.
Terry Griggs & Louellen Griggs 970-379-1610 or 970-379-1364 TerrySGriggs@gmail.com LouellenGriggs@gmail.com
Marianne Ackerman
Michelle James
970.379.3546 970.379.8303
Oversized 801 sq.ft. Master King One Bedroom with Central A/C, Master Bath with tub and shower.Great large balcony with views.This Newer Base Village Unit offers the best of ski-in, ski-out location and rental income in Snowmass.
Roget Kuhn
970-319-9719 roget@showaspen.com www.ShowAspen.com
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Aspen Snowmass Real Estate Buick Enclave 2012
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Ford Crown Victoria - 1955
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Harley Davidson Softail Deluxe 2006
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BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT:
NOTICE TO PROPOSERS RFTA SOLICITATION NO. 16-040 RGT GOATS FOR WEED CONTROL
NOTICE TO CREDITORS BY PUBLICATION §15-12-801, C.R.S. NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Notice is hereby given that the Roaring Fork Transportation Authority (RFTA) is soliciting Proposals from a service provider(s) capable of providing grazing services with noxious weed control through the use of goats. RFTA has an Integrated Weed Management plan and has experimented with several different methods to control noxious weeds. Moving forward, in an attempt to stop spraying herbicides, we would like to rely on biological controls (grazing animals) and preventative measures such as revegetation projects (spreading weed-free native grass and wildflower seed).
Estate of Donald Drapkin, Deceased Case Number 2016PR30006
Solicitation documents related to this project will be available Thursday March 10, 2016. Please go to http://www.rfta.com/procurement/current-solicitations/ for the link to download documents from ShareFile. If you experience difficulties gaining access to ShareFile, please contact us at procurement@rfta.com.
Matthew Drapkin 36 Bennington Place New Canaan, CT 06840
There will be a Site Visit on Friday, April 1, 2016 at 10:00 AM (MST) at 0766 Industry Way, Carbondale, CO 81623. While attendance is not mandatory, RFTA does strongly recommend that all interested Proposers make every effort to be present in person for the Site Visit. To register for the conference and site visit, please complete a vendor registration form at http://www.rfta.com/procurement/current-solicitations/. RFP will be due Tuesday, May 17, 2016 not later than 2:00 PM (MST). Proposals must be submitted in PDF format via upload to ShareFile. Instructions for uploading to ShareFile can be found in the complete solicitation package. Please use "YOUR COMPANY NAME Response to RFP #16-040 as the title of the uploaded document to clearly indicate the contents. To be considered, proposals must be uploaded on or before the date and time specified. Award shall be made to the most responsible and responsive Proposer as determined through evaluation of the proposals. This solicitation does not commit the Authority to award a contract, or pay any cost incurred in preparation of submittals, or to contract for services. RFTA shall have the right to reject all proposals received, to waive irregularities and informalities, and to accept the proposal, which is in the best interest of RFTA. For questions or more information, contact RFTA's Procurement Department at procurement@rfta.com or (970) 384-4857. Published in the following media outlets: Eagle Valley Enterprise, Vail Daily, Aspen Times, Grand Junction Sentinel Para informacion en Español favor de llamar al (970) 384-4950 o mandar por correo electronico Spanish@rfta.com. Published in the Aspen Times Weekly March 17 and 24, 2016 and Glenwood Springs Post Independent March 15 and 25, 2016. (11982668)
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING RE: 534 E. Cooper Ave. Public Hearing: April 13, 2016, 5:00 PM Meeting Location:City Hall, City Council Chambers 130 S. Galena St., Aspen, CO 81611 Project Location: 530 E. Main Street, Lot 1, Pitkin County Center Subdivision, City and Townsite of Aspen, Colorado Legal Description: PID # 2737-073-47-851 Description: The applicant proposes a remodel and addition to the existing Courthouse Plaza building. The building is located within a historic district. Land Use Reviews Req: Major Public Project Review Decision Making Body: H i s t o r i c P r e s e r v a t i o n Commission Applicant: Pitkin County, c/o Jon Peacock, County Manager 530 E. Main Street, 3rd Floor, Aspen, CO 81611 More Information: For further information related to the project, contact Justin Barker at the City of Aspen Community Development Department, 130 S. Galena St., Aspen, CO, (970) 429.2797, justin.barker@cityofaspen.com. Published in the Aspen Times on March 24, 2016 (11997565)
All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to District Court of Pitkin County, Colorado on or before July 17, 2016 (date)*, or the claims may be forever barred.
Nicole Drapkin Schaffer 8 Spruce Street, Apt. 70T New York, NY 10038 Published in the Aspen Times Weekly March 17, 24, and 31, 2016. (11976222) 8520.0002
NOTICE TO CREDITORS ESTATE OF DANIEL MACEACHEN, aka DANIEL M. MACEACHEN, aka DANIEL MILLAY MACEACHEN, aka DAN MACEACHEN, DECEASED Case No: 2016PR30010, Div. 5 All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the personal representative or to the District Court of Pitkin County, Colorado, on or before July 25, 2016, or the claims may be forever barred. Mary Lou Gola Wasco, Personal Representative c/o Balcomb & Green, PC Attn: Christopher L. Geiger PO Drawer 790 Glenwood Springs, CO 81602 Published in the Aspen Times Weekly March 24, and 30, 2016 and April 7, 2016. (11997658)
PUBLIC NOTICE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that The Aspen Institute, Inc. has filed a Petition with the Basalt Water Conservancy District requesting the inclusion into said District of the following described lands located in the County of Pitkin, State of Colorado, to wit: Lot 1B of the Aspen Meadows Subdivision, according to Amendment No. 8 of the Aspen Meadows Subdivision S.P.A. Plan recorded in Book 93 Page 36 of the Pitkin County, Colorado real property records. Said Petition shall be heard at the regular meeting of the Board of Directors of said District on April 12, 2016, at 7:00 P.M. at the Comfort Inn & Suites, 920 Cowen Dr., Carbondale, Colorado, when and where all persons interested shall appear and show cause, in writing, why said Petition should not be granted. The failure of any person to file a written objection shall be taken as an assent to the inclusion of the above-described lands within the District. Written objections may be filed in advance of said meeting by mailing to the Basalt Water Conservancy District, P.O. Box 974, Glenwood Springs, Colorado 81602. BASALT WATER CONSERVANCY DISTRICT By: /s/ Christopher L. Geiger Christopher L. Geiger - Secretary Published in the Aspen Times Weekly March 17, 24 and 31, 2016 and April 7, 2016. (11983614) PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR A Change of Location for a Tavern Liquor License APPLICANT: Bootsy Aspen, LLC OWNER: Andrew Sandler, Aspen, CO MANAGER: Andy Pappani, Aspen, CO APPLICATION DATE: March 7, 2016
PUBLIC NOTICE RE:Front Yard Setback Variances for Lot R-101, Block 16, Starwood 16 Subdivision AKA 602 Eppley Drive, Aspen (Case 02-2016) NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held on Tuesday, April 5, 2016, to begin at 5:30pm, or as soon thereafter as the conduct of business allows, in the Commissioner's Meeting Room in the Courthouse, 506 East Main Street, Aspen, before the Pitkin County Board of Adjustment, to consider an application submitted by Karen Brooks, c/o Brian McNellis, P O Box 73, Aspen, CO 81612 The Applicant is requesting multiple Front Yard Setback Variances where the greatest encroachment represents a 40 Foot Variance where 50 feet is required on this 5.33 acre parcel in the AR-10 zone district for the reconstruction of a residence already located within the setback. The State Parcel Identification Number for this property is 264335401009. For further information contact Joanna Schaffner at the Pitkin Community Development Department, (970) 920-5105. Published in the Aspen Times Weekly March 24, 2016. (11995768)
APPLICANT: The Upper Crust, INC PRESIDENT: Susan DeCillis, Basalt, CO VICE PRESIDENT:Steven Smith, Carbondale, CO APPLICATION DATE: February 16, 2016 HEARING DATE: A p r i l 5 , 2 0 1 6 9 : 0 0 a m C i t y Council Chambers; 130 S Galena St. TRADE NAME: Upper Crust 2 LOCATION: 200 South Mill St, Ste 221 B, Space 201, Aspen, CO 81611 Petitions or remonstrances may be filed with the office of the city clerk, City Hall, Aspen, Colorado. Linda Manning City Clerk Published in the Aspen Times March 24, 2016 (11997155) Posted:March 25, 2016 NOTICE OF CANCELLATION and CERTIFIED STATEMENT OF RESULTS §1-13.5-513(6), 32-1-104, 1-11-103(3) C.R.S. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the Starwood Metropolitan District, Pitkin County, Colorado, that at the close of business on the sixty-third day before the election, there were not more candidates for director than offices to be filled, including candidates filing affidavits of intent to be write-in candidates; therefore, the election to be held on May 3, 2016 is hereby canceled pursuant to section 1-13.5-513(6) C.R.S. The following candidates are hereby declared elected: Robert C. Magoon
4 year term until May, 2020
Jill St. John Wagner 4 year term until May, 2020 Heather Dresser (DEO’s Printed Name) Contact Person for the District: Heather Dresser Telephone Number of the District: 970-925-8939 Address of the District: 121 Stewart Drive District Facsimile Number: 970-925-5870 District Email: heather@starwood.org Published in the Aspen Times Weekly March 24, 2016. (11997502) NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING RE: 534 E. Cooper Ave. Public Hearing: April 13, 2016, 5:00 PM Meeting Location:City Hall, City Council Chambers 130 S. Galena St., Aspen, CO 81611 Project Location: 534 E. Cooper Ave, Aspen CO 81611 Legal Description: PID #2737-182-24-008, Lots R, S and the easterly 2 ½ feet of Lot Q, Block 95, City and Townsite of Aspen, Colorado. Description: The applicant is proposing to remodel the building and expand the commercial space, including the removal of the existing on-site affordable housing unit. Land Use Reviews Req: Major Development Review, Commercial Design Review, and recommendation to Council for Growth Management and Parking Decision Making Body: H i s t o r i c P r e s e r v a t i o n Commission Applicant: Thor 534 East Cooper Avenue, LLC, c/o Thor Equities, LLC, 25 West 39th St, New York, NY 10018 More Information: For further information related to the project, contact Sara Nadolny at the City of Aspen Community Development Department, 130 S. Galena St., Aspen, CO, (970) 429.2739, Sara.Nadolny@cityofaspen.com. Published in the Aspen Times on March 24, 2016 (11997541) PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC OF THE FOLLOWING MATTERS OF INTEREST REGARDING THE PITKIN COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS:
HEARING DATE: April 5, 2016 9:00am City Council Chambers; 130 S Galena St.
·Unless otherwise notified all regular and special meetings will be held in the Board of County Commissioners, Plaza One Conference Room, 530 E Main St, Aspen
TRADE NAME: Bootsy Bellows - Aspen CURRENT LOCATION: 308 E. Hopkins Avenue, Aspen, CO 81611 PROPOSED LOCATION: 300-312 E. Hyman Avenue Space A and Space B, Aspen, CO 81611
·All regular meeting items begin at 12:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as the conduct of business allows. Check agenda at: http://pitkincounty.com/Calendar.aspx or call 920-5200 for meeting times for special meetings.
Petitions or remonstrances may be filed with the office of the city clerk, City Hall, Aspen, Colorado.
·Copies of the full text of any resolution(s) and ordinance(s) referred to are available during regular business hours (8:30 - 4:30) in the Clerk and Recorder's office, 530 East Main Street, Suite 101, Aspen, Colorado 81611 or at: http://pitkincounty.com/Calendar.aspx
Linda Manning City Clerk Published in the Aspen Times March 24, 2016 (11997172) Posted:March 25, 2016
PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR A Transfer of a Tavern Liquor License APPLICANT: Eaten Path, LLC OWNERS: C. Barclay Dodge, Aspen, CO Theresa Chase, Aspen, CO APPLICATION DATE: March 18, 2016
For information on legals, or to place a legal please e-mail pschultz@cmnm.org or call 970-777-3172
PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR A Hotel & Restaurant Liquor License
HEARING DATE: A p r i l 5 , 2 0 1 6 9 : 0 0 a m C i t y Council Chambers; 130 S Galena St. TRADE NAME: Bosq LOCATION:
312 S. Mill St., Aspen, CO 81611
Petitions or remonstrances may be filed with the office of the city clerk, City Hall, Aspen, Colorado. Linda Manning City Clerk Published in the Aspen Times March 24, 2016 (11997143) Posted:March 25, 2016
APPLICATIONS TO BE CONSIDERED BY THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR: RE:Home Rentals Inc. Activity Envelope, Site Plan, and Special Review for a Caretaker Dwelling Unit (Case P012-16) NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that an application has been submitted by Home Rental Inc (2000 North Classen Boulevard, Oklahoma City, OK 73106) requesting approval to establish an Activity Envelope and gain Special Review approval to legitimize an existing bandit unit within the residence. Additional proposed development includes an attached garage addition and construction of a detached shed. The property is located at 1020 Snowmass Creek Road and is legally described as a parcel of land situated in Tract 75 of Section 34, Township 8 South, Range 86 West of the 6th P.M. The State Parcel Identification Number for the property is 2467-341-00-005. The application is available for public inspection in the Pitkin County Community Development Department, City Hall, 130 S. Galena St., Aspen, CO 81611. Comments or objections are due by April 18, 2016. For further information, contact Mike Kraemer at (970) 920-5482.
RE:Major Road and Front Yard Setback Variances for 30385 Highway 82, Woody Creek (Case 03-2016) NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held on Tuesday, April 5, 2016, to begin at 5:30pm, or as soon thereafter as the conduct of business allows, in the Commissioner's Meeting Room in the Courthouse, 506 East Main Street, Aspen, before the Pitkin County Board of Adjustment, to consider an application submitted by Jennifer and Brad Smith, 1455 Ute Avenue, Aspen, CO 81611. The Applicant is requesting Major Road and Front Yard Setback Variances where 100 feet is required from the State Highway 82 Right-of-Way for the construction of a new residence and related improvements. The parcel contains 6.1 acres and is located in the AR-10 zone district. The State Parcel Identification Number for this property is 264306200111. For further information contact Joanna Schaffner at the Pitkin Community Development Department, (970) 920-5105. Pitkin County Board of Adjustment Published in the Aspen Times Weekly on March 24, 2016 (11995427) Jeanette Jones, Deputy County Clerk
If you fail to file your answer or other response to the complaint in writing within 35 days after the date of the last publication, judgment by default may be rendered against you by the court for the relief demanded in the complaint without further notice. This is an action, among other things, involving a claim for declaratory judgment as to the rights and obligations of the parties benefitted and burdened by an easement, recorded in the real property records maintained by the Pitkin County Clerk & Recorder at Reception No. 182972, and for quiet title with respect to that conveyance. The subject property encumbered by the easement at issue is situate in the County of Pitkin, State of Colorado, located at 161 Popcorn Lane, Aspen, Colorado 81611 ("Subject Property"). Plaintiff/Counterclaim Defendant Gerard P. Szatkowski has asserted claims, is requesting judgment in his favor and against the owner of the Subject Property, and all persons who claim as heirs, devisees, assignees, creditors, or otherwise under said owner, and all unknown persons who claim any interest in the subject matter of this lawsuit.
DISTRICT COURT, PITKIN COUNTY, COLORADO 506 E. Main Suite 300 Aspen, CO 81611
Dated: February 25, 2016. Published pursuant to Court Order in the Aspen Times Weekly. First Publication: February 25, 2016. Last Publication: March 24, 2016. Respectfully submitted,
Plaintiff: HORIZON BANK, SSB
GARFIELD & HECHT, P.C. Case No.: 2016CV030008 Div.: 5
Defendants: CARL R. BARRY and ANY AND ALL UNKNOWN PERSONS WHO CLAIM ANY INTEREST IN THE SUBJECT MATTER OF THIS ACTION
David L. Lenyo, #14178 Christopher D. Bryan, #35522 Angela M. Vichick, #47169 Attorneys for Plaintiff/Counterclaim Defendant Gerard P. Szatkowski (This summons is issued pursuant to Rule 4(g), Colorado Rules of Civil Procedure. This form should not be used where personal service is desired.)
Attorney for Plaintiff: Erin Hunter Timberline Partners LLC PO Box 625 Breckenridge, CO 80424 Phone Number: 970-455-4656 e-mail: erin@timberlinelaw.com Attorney Reg. No. 32180 SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANTS: You are hereby summoned and required to appear and defend against the claims of the complaint filed with the court in this action, by filing with the clerk of this court an answer or other response. You are required to file your answer or other response within 35 days after the service of this summons upon you. Service of this summons shall be complete on the day of the last publication. A copy of the complaint may be obtained from the clerk of the court. If you fail to file your answer or other response to the complaint in writing within 35 days after the date of the last publication, judgment by default may be rendered against you by the court for the relief demanded in the complaint without further notice. This is an action to quiet title to the following described parcel of real property located in Pitkin County, Colorado: Residence Interest No. 9 consisting of an undivided 1/12 interest in Residence No. 8207 of ASPEN HIGHLANDS CONDOMINIUMS, according to the Declaration of Condominium for ASPEN HIGHLANDS CONDOMINIUMS, recorded January 11, 2001, Reception No. 450454 as amended and supplemented from time to time and according to the Map for ASPEN HIGHLANDS CONDOMINIUMS recorded January 11, 2001, in Plat Book 56 at Page 24, of Pitkin County, Colorado, together with the perpetual use of twenty-eight (28) days per year for each 1/12 interest owned in accordance with the Association Documents and the Membership Program Documents for ASPEN HIGHLANDS CONDOMINIUMS also known by street and number as: 75 Prospector Road #8207, Residence Interest No. 9, Aspen, CO 81611. Dated:March 11, 2016. TIMBERLINE PARTNERS LLC By: Erin Hunter (No. 32180) Published in The Aspen Times. First Publication: March 17, 2016. Last Publication: April 14, 2016. (This summons is issued pursuant to Rule 4(g), Colorado Rules of Civil Procedure. This form should not be used where personal service is desired.) Published in the Aspen Times Weekly March 17, 24, and 31, 2016. and April 7 and 14, 2016. (11982971)
(TO THE CLERK: When this summons is issued by the clerk of the court, the signature block for the clerk or deputy should be provided by stamp, or typewriter, in the space to the left of the attorney's name.) *Rule 12(a), C.R.C.P., allows 35 days for answer or response where service of process is by publication. However, under various statutes, a different response time is set forth; e.g., §38-6-104, C.R.S. (eminent domain); §38-36-121, C.R.S. (Torrens registration). FORM 1.1 R1-12SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION Published in the Aspen Times Weekly on February 25, 2016 and March 3, 10, 17 and 24, 2016. (11933601)
NOTICE OF FINAL PAYMENT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the WHITE HORSE SPRINGS WATER & SANITATION DISTRICT of Pitkin County, Colorado, will make FINAL PAYMENT at the offices of the MERRICK AND COMPANY, 111 P AABC Aspen Colorado at 2:00 PM on April 8, 2016 to Gould Construction, Glenwood Springs Colorado, for all work done by said contractor in the White Horse Springs Water District, Pitkin County Colorado for the Bear Hollow Pump Installation in 2016, and other said construction being within or near the Boundaries of the WHITE HORSE SPRINGS WATER & SANITATION DISTRICT, in the County of Pitkin, State of Colorado. Any persons, co-partnership, association or persons, company, or corporation that has furnished labor, materials, provisions, or other supplies used or consumed by such Contractor or his subcontractors in or about the performance of the work contracted to be done and whose claim therefore has not been paid by the Contractor or his subcontractors, at any time up to and including the time of FINAL SETTLEMENT for the work contracted to be done, is required to file a VERIFIED STATEMENT of the amount due and unpaid on account of such claim to the WHITE HORSE SPRINGS WATER DISTRICT, in Pitkin County, Colorado at or before the time and date here in above shown. Failure on the part of any claimant to file such as VERIFIED STATEMENT of CLAIM prior to such FINAL SETTLEMENT will release said WHITE HORSE SPRINGS WATER DISTRICT, its Board of Directors Officers, agents, and employees, of and from any and all liability for such claim.
DISTRICT COURT, PITKIN COUNTY, COLORADO 506 East Main Street, Ste. 300 Aspen, Colorado 81637
by ORDER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS WHITE HORSE SPRINGS WATER & SANITATION DISTRICT by CAROL DOPKIN, District President.
COURT USE ONLY ∞ Case Number: 2016 CV 30002 Div. 5
Published in the Glenwood Springs Post Independent March 18, 2016 and the Aspen Times Weekly March 24, 2016. (11983014)
Plaintiff/Counterclaim Defendant: GERARD P. SZATKOWSKI, an individual v. Defendants: STEVEN FEINER, an individual, and ALL UNKNOWN PERSONS WHO CLAIM ANY INTEREST IN THE SUBJECT MATTER OF THIS ACTION Counterclaimant: STEVEN FEINER, an individual Attorneys for Plaintiff/Counterclaim Defendant: David L. Lenyo, #14178 Christopher D. Bryan, #35522 Angela M. Vichick, #47169 GARFIELD & HECHT, P.C. 625 E. Hyman Avenue, Suite 201 Aspen, Colorado 81611 Telephone: (970) 925-1936 Facsimile: (970) 925-3008 E-mail: dlenyo@garfieldhecht.com E-mail: cbryan@garfieldhecht.com E-mail: avichick@garfieldhecht.com
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SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF COLORADO TO THE ABOVE NAMED DEFENDANT(S):
RE:Major Road and Front Yard Setback Variances for 30385 Highway 82, Woody Creek (Case 03-2016)
You are hereby summoned and required to appear and defend against the claims of the complaint filed with the court in this action, by filing with the clerk of this court an answer or other response. You are required to file your answer or other response within 35 days after the service of this summons upon you. Service of this summons shall be complete on the day of the last publication. A copy of the complaint may be obtained from the clerk of the court.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held on Tuesday, April 5, 2016, to begin at 5:30pm, or as soon thereafter as the conduct of business allows, in the Commissioner's Meeting Room in the Courthouse, 506 East Main Street,
If you fail to file your answer or other response to the complaint in writing within 35 days after the date of the last publication, judgment by default may be rendered against you by the court for the relief demanded in the complaint without further
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS BEFORE THE BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT:
required to file your answer or other response within 35 days after the service of this summons upon you. Service of this summons shall be complete on the day of the last publication. A copy of the complaint may be obtained from the clerk of the court.
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‘THE SKULL OF PANCHO VILLA AND OTHER STORIES’ THE SKULL OF PANCHO VILLA and Other Stories is the first collection of short fiction from the Denver-based writer Manuel Ramos, often called the “Godfather of Chicano Noir.” Their settings range from El Paso to rural Colorado and the megalopolis of Los Angeles, and from the Mexican Revolution to the 1950s and the present. The mostly Chicano characters include lawyers, veterans and a prostitute, with a guest appearance by Jack Kerouac. Written between 1986 and 2014, the stories reflect the stylistic development of Ramos, author of the Edgar Award-nominated “The Ballad of Rocky Ruiz,” among other acclaimed crime novels. Standouts include the eponymous “The Skull of Pancho Villa,” in which the skull, nicknamed “Panchito,” that supposedly belonged to the “Robin Hood of Mexico” is stolen in an act of revenge. In “Bad Haircut Day,”
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