Clear Creek Rush Magazine - December 2018

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SILVER PLUME • GEORGETOWN • EMPIRE • LAWSON-DOWNIEVILLE-DUMONT • ST. MARY’S • IDAHO SPRINGS • EVERGREEN • SURROUNDING AREAS

Clear Creek

December 2018

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Free Heel, Free Mind

Nordic centers, local backcountry offer wide range of trails, experiences Pages 14-15

10 MILE MUSIC HALL

ROCKY MOUNTAIN CHEESE COMPANY

Extensive listings for Clear Creek County, surrounding areas

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Idaho Springs store opened ‘for the love of cheese’ Page 17

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New music venue expands mountain music scene

EVENT CALENDAR

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TAKE NOTE

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inter holidays are a time for families, friends and co-workers to get together and enjoy the season. That means a greater risk for fire. In fact, the holiday season is one of the most dangerous times of the year for household fires. Following a few simple tips will ensure a happy holiday season and keep you, your family and your neighbors safe from fire.

Cooking is the top cause of holiday fires, according to the U.S. Fire Administration. The most common culprit is food left unattended. It’s easy to get distracted; take a pot holder with you when you leave the kitchen as a reminder.

It is also important to remember two of every five home decoration fires are started by candles and nearly half of decoration fires happen because decorations are placed too close to a heat source. The National Fire Protection Association suggests always blowing out lit candles when leaving a room or going to bed. Turn off all light strings and decorations before leaving home or going to sleep.

Choose decorations that are flame resistant or flame retardant. Keep lit candles away from decorations and other things that can burn. Keep in mind, some lights are only for indoor or outdoor use, but not both. Replace any string of lights with worn or broken cords or loose bulb connections. Use clips, not nails, to hang lights so the cords do not get damaged. Keep decorations away from windows and doors.

Before entertaining, test smoke alarms and tell guests about any home fire escape plans. Keep children and pets away from lit candles and keep matches and lighters up high in a locked cabinet. Stay in the kitchen when cooking on the stove top. Ask smokers to smoke outside and remind them to keep their smoking materials with them and to wet cigarette butts with water before discarding.

Be responsible with fireplace and wood stove ashes, too. Never use a flammable container, no matter how cold, or put any ashes in any container on a deck or other flammable material. It is suggested to place them in a metal bucket, soak in water for two days, then bury the cold ashes in soil.

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12 Food & Drink

14-15 COVER: Free Heal, Free Mind

Nordic Centers, local backcountry offer wide range of cross-country trails, experiences

16 FEATURE: 10 Mile Music Hall

New venue expands, enhances Colorado’s mountain music scene

17 B USINESS: Rocky Mountain Cheese Co.

Cheese shop opened ‘for the love of cheese’

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LEARNING | LIFESTYLE | RECREATION & OUTDOORS | SPECIAL EVENTS

Market ‘transforms’ town

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ach December, Georgetown transforms for two weekends into a bustling Christmas scene “reminiscent of holidays of long ago” for the Georgetown Christmas Market. This year’s 59th annual free event—featuring an outdoor European marketplace with handcrafted gifts—takes place Dec. 1-2 and 8-9 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. on Sixth Street and other nearby locations.

Thousands come to the small town to experience a traditional holiday where Christmas hasn’t changed in 100 years.

Roasted chestnuts, holiday shopping and entertainment, horse-drawn wagon rides and wonderful sights and smells are all part of the fun. Enjoy live entertainment and appearances

by St. Nicholas in his traditional dress and the daily procession of the Santa Lucia Children Carolers in Victorian costume.

During market weekends,10 a.m.-4 p.m., the Georgetown Heritage Center, 809 Taos St., hosts Christmas Corner and becomes a free warming station with vendors, Silver Queen Tours photo booth and screenings at noon and 2 p.m. of the classic

film, “Christmas Gift,” with John Denver. Visit georgetowntrust. org for details. It also includes the 2nd Annual “Bighorn Book Nook” featuring renowned Colorado authors selling their latest books. For more information, visit bighornbookclub.com.

The John Tomay Memorial Library, 605 Sixth St., offers Santa’s Workshop, Dec. 1 and 8, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Visit Santa, take photos, listen to stories, enjoy treats and make crafts.

Christmas Market museum tours offer a relaxed way to see the Hamill House, Hotel de Paris and Energy Museums. Docents can answer questions, but guests may stroll through the properties at their leisure to enjoy holiday decor. Prices vary.

The Georgetown Loop Railroad hosts Santa on most days in December for Santa’s Lighted Forest and Santa’s North Pole Adventure train rides. Learn more at georgetownlooprr.com.

The popular ”Family Christmas at the Hamill House” and “Christmas at Hamill House” events are already sold out.

For more information about Christmas in Georgetown, contact Historic Georgetown, Inc. at 303-569-2405 or visit historicgeorgetown.org.

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OUTDOOR DIVAS WOMEN’S DEMO DAY “Ski like a girl” and join Outdoor Divas, Dec. 6, at Loveland Ski Area for its first free Women’s Only Demo Day of the season. Try more than 40 skis from Black Crow, Elan, Volkl, Scott, Atomic, K2, Blizzard, Kastle, Head, Line and Ski Logic. Gear experts will be available. A lift ticket and boots are required. skiloveland.com

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MEDITATION AND MINDFULNESS

CHRISTMAS EVE TORCHLIGHT PARADE

Take time to explore the gifts of meditation and mindfulness during this holiday season. “Over the River and Through the Woods - The Path of Meditation and Mindfulness,” Dec. 13, 5:30-7 p.m. at The Yoga Room, 1424 Miner St. in Idaho Springs costs $20 and is guided by Lisa Pettitt. theyogaroomis.com

Winter Park Resort’s free Christmas Eve Torchlight Parade, Dec. 24, begins at 5:30 p.m. with a procession of torch-bearing skiers and riders followed

by Santa Claus. A fireworks display and snowcats with Christmas colors conclude the festivities.

Visit Santa and enjoy carolers from 2-5 p.m. winterparkresort.com

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LIVING LOCAL [ SUMMIT COUNTY ]

LOCAL BOOK

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119TH CHRISTMAS BIRD COUNT The Beavers

Thousands of volunteers participate in bird counts across the Western Hemisphere during the Audubon’s 119th Christmas Bird Count, Dec. 14-Jan. 5.

No experience is needed to participate.

The Evergreen-Idaho Springs count, Dec. 16, includes 15 sub-areas led by experienced birders. If interested, contact Chuck Aid at 303-503-2973 or caid@ecentral.com.

The 17th Annual Grand County Christmas Bird Count, Dec. 15, includes 14 walking, driving, ski and snowshoe routes with a potluck. Contact Doreen Sumerlin at 970-887-4129 or dsumerlin@fs.fed.us for details.

Learn more at www.audubon.org.

Photo by Tripp Fay/A-Basin

NEW TERRAIN OPEN Arapahoe Basin Ski Area opened its new quad chairlift and latest terrain expansion, The Beavers, at the end of November. The 34 new runs of the 468-acre expansion include intermediate groomed runs, open bowls and some of the best glade skiing in Colorado.

The Steep Gullies, 129 acres for experts only, will open when conditions permit.

Visit arapahoebasin.com or call 970468-0718 for additional details.

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SKATE THE LAKE Join the Evergreen Chamber and the local mountain community at the Evergreen Lake House, 29612 Upper Bear Creek Road, for 23rd annual New Year’s Eve Skate the Lake, Dec. 31, 6-10 p.m. Tickets are $20 in advance online and at local businesses or $30 at the door. Children five and under are free.

The family-friendly, alcohol-free event features skating under the lights, fireworks, food trucks, brookball, ice golf, music, hot chocolate,

fire pits and free shuttles. Children five and under are free. A portion of the proceeds go to DriveSmart and a variety of local non-profits.

Visit evergreenchamber.org for information and ticket sales.

DID YOU KNOW? A Community Meeting for the Soda Creek Highlands Housing Development Project takes place at Idaho Springs City Hall, 1711 Miner St., Dec. 13 at 5:30 p.m. It is an opportunity for interested parties to be introduced to the project, ask questions and offer feedback.

Soda Creek Highlands is a proposed multifamily project consisting of townhouses and condominiums of up to 345 units located west of Pine Slop Road on approximately 45 acres adjacent to the City-owned water tank.

Information regarding the project is posted on the Idaho Springs City Webpage at colorado.gov/pacific/idahosprings/community-development-7.

Call 303-567-4421 or e-mail planner@idahospringsco.com with questions.

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BERTHOUD PASS GUIDEBOOK SHARES ‘GOODS AND STEEPS’ Climb higher, ski farther, and shred deeper powder with the new “Backcountry Skiing Berthoud Pass” guide, now available as a book and an app.

Get a guide’s perspective of the popular backcountry area. Join Bentgate Mountaineering, 1313 Washington Ave. in Golden, Dec. 19, 6:30-7:30 p.m., for a presentation and book sale by guidebook author Rob Writz.

Writz, author and founder of Front Range Ski Mountaineering, has been exploring the Front Range for over two decades and put his breadth of knowledge into this guidebook. After years of experience on Berthoud Pass, he shares the details of the goods and steeps. Every skier can find suitable terrain for their experience and style—including big lines, mellow day tours and everything in between—in this guide.

Featuring aerial photos, avalanche terrain ratings, slope angle, aspect and other important information, it is more than just a guidebook, it’s a decision making tool.

The creators of Front Range Ski Mountaineering have teamed up with Beacon Guidebooks and Rakkup.

Order the book now at Beacon Guidebooks or download on the Rakkup app, which allows users to purchase and save the guidebook to your smart device. Once downloaded, the book is available offline.

Visit beaconguidebooks.com for additional information and to order the guidebook. Visit bentgate.com to learn more about the presentation.

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Holiday Events

LIVING LOCAL

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FAMILY CHANUKAH POTLUCK

Congregation Beth Evergreen, 2981 Bergen Peak Dr. presents a Chanukah Celebration, Dec. 7 at 5:30 p.m. Enjoy a potluck and party for all ages, community candle lighting, blessings, songs, games and crafts. Bring a menorah and six candles. Visit bethevergreen. org or call 303-670-4294 to learn more.

CHRISTMAS PARADES The Golden Chamber of Commerce presents free Olde Golden Christmas Parades, Dec. 1, 8 and 15, 10:30-11 a.m. on Washington Avenue. Downtown Golden becomes a festive holiday center with traditional decorations and fun family events. The parades include cowboys on horses, floats, old cars, elves on unicycles, the Grinch in a Corvette and Santa Claus.

Call 303-279-3113 or visit goldenchamber. org for details.

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SANTA, CHOIR VISIT

Santa Claus visits Arapahoe Basin, Dec. 24, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. while the Summit County Choral Society sings carols.

Visit arapahoebasin.com for details.

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NORTH POLE, LIGHTED FOREST TRAINS The Georgetown Loop Railroad is accepting reservations for its Santa’s North Pole Adventure and Lighted Forest Train Rides, available through Jan. 5.

Enjoy a one-hour train ride with Santa and Mrs. Claus aboard a decorated, enclosed and heated train throughout the holiday season.

The Georgetown Loop Railroad continues Santa passes out presents, treats, its holiday Train rides through Jan. 5. and goodies to the little ones.

Photo courtesy Georgetown Loop In the evening, Santa engineers the train and his helpers are on board to entertain the kids. The hour-long train ride winds through a beautiful light show set to synchronized holiday music.

Trains depart from Georgetown’s Devil’s Gate Depot at various times throughout the day from 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Both trips, which offer three levels of comfort, are complete with complimentary hot chocolate, cookies, candy canes.

To find a schedule, make reservations and find additional information, visit georgetownlooprr.com or call 888-456-6777.

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HOLIDAY WALK

Get into the holiday spirit at the 27th Annual Downtown Evergreen Holiday Walk, Dec. 7, 5-9 p.m. The “amazingly joyful” event takes place on Hwy. 74 and includes caroling, tree lighting, fire pits, free s’mores, photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus, street festivities, live music and entertainment, treats, sips and more. Visit stores on Main Street for “holiday cheer” and special in-store treats. Free shuttles run from Hiwan Homestead, Church of the Hills, Christ the King Catholic Church and Church of the Transfiguration. Visit DowntownEvergreen.com for details, schedule and map.

MUSEUM OPEN HOUSE Enjoy seasonal sights, sounds, and snacks at a free open house at the Hiwan Heritage Park and Museum during Evergreen’s Holiday Walk, Dec. 7, 5-9 p.m.

Shuttles travel between the museum and downtown throughout the evening. For more information, call 720-497-7650 or visit jeffco.us.

HOLIDAY DINE-IN MOVIES Holiday Dine-in Movie Nights at The Wild Game, 1204 Bergen Pkwy., in December include Elf, Dec. 5; How the Grinch Stole Christmas,Dec. 12; A Christmas Story, Dec. 19; and Frozen, Dec. 31. Films begin at 6 p.m. in the Rendezvous Fireside Dining Room. Reservation recommended.

Visit thewildgameevergreen.com or call 720-630-8888 to learn more.

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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

CRAFTS & FIBER | DANCE | FINE ART | FILM & PHOTOGRAPHY | MUSEUMS | MUSIC | NIGHTLIFE | THEATER & STAGE

Photos courtesy Ice Castles

Artisans create ‘icy winterland’

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ce Castles is an awe-inspiring, must-see “winter phenomenon that brings fairy tales to life” in Dillon, Colorado.

The unique experience is built using hundreds of thousands of icicles hand-placed by professional ice artists. The castles include breathtaking LED-lit sculptures, frozen thrones, icecarved tunnels, slides, and fountains. The Dillon location is expected to open in mid-December if temperatures remain cold.

Construction began on the “icy wonderland” in Dillon in November when build crews turned on water and began growing icicles—the primary building material for the acre-sized attraction. Each day, 20-40 ice artisans grow and harvest up to 10,000 icicles to build the winter experience. Each of those icicles is then hand-placed and sprayed with water. The process

is repeated until the castles reach heights of around 30 feet.

This year’s castles in Dillon will also feature ice-carved slides, tunnels, fountains, crawl spaces and more.

The team of ice artisans in Dillon will spend a combined 4,000 hours this season dripping, shaping, and hand-placing the icicles, while embedding the structures with color-changing LED lights to create a life-size winter playground.

The concept for Ice Castles was created when founder and Utah resident Brent Christensen attempted to build an ice cave for his daughter in the front yard of his home in Alpine, Utah.

The project turned into a winter hit drawing crowds of locals to visit and tour his creation.

Visit www.icecastles.com and facebook.com/TheIceCastles to learn more about the attraction and its opening date.

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END-OF-YEAR HONKY TONK JAMBOREE The Idaho Springs Elks Lodge #607, 1600 Colorado Blvd., hosts an End-of-the-Year Honky Tonk Jamboree, Dec. 8, 8 p.m.-midnight. The event features music by Dylan Earl & The Reasons Why, Hang Rounders, Casey James Prestwood and the Burning Angels and more. Tickets are $8-$10. facebook.com/IdahoSpringsElksLodge607 8

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HOLIDAY FLOWER ARRANGING

‘SCENES OF THE SEASON’

Learn two ways to create holiday arrangements and take home a stunning arrangement at the Center for the Arts Evergreen, 31880 Rocky Village Dr., Dec. 13, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Learn the elements of design to create fresh flower arrangements. The class fee of $65-$70 includes flowers and supplies. evergreenarts.org

The Evergreen Players’ Scenes of the Season, Dec. 21-22, 7:30 p.m., at Center Stage, 27608 Fireweed Dr., is an old-fashioned family holiday event featuring Jay and Donna Louden performing Truman Capote’s A Christmas Memory, nostalgic holiday songs and favorite stories. Tickets are $15-$25. evergreenplayers.com

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Custom Handpainted Ornaments by local art-

Jerky, Candy, Jewelry and More from around the country

and close to home is available at Georgetown Jerky & Emporium, 509 Rose St. georgetownjerky. com • Various Prices

Lump of Charcoal Soap

from The Soap Shop, 1542 Miner St. in Idaho Springs, is fun and good for the skin. It’s made from Bamboo Charcoal and Pine Essential Oil. sudsorama.com 2 for $6

ist Larrice M. Sell are available to order at Dancing Dog Pet Supply, 1241 Miner St. in Idaho Springs, the Idaho Springs Visitor Center, 2060 Miner St. or by e-mail. She paints pets, homes, cars, scenes from photos. simplysells@aol.com $35+

GIFT IDEAS

String Instruments including a range

of acoustic and electric guitars, mandolins, banjos, resonator guitars and more are available at Kind Mountain Collective, 1535 Miner St. in Idaho Springs. facebook.com/KindMountainCollective Various Prices

The Yeti LoadOut Bucket is ultradurable and available at Clear Creek Outdoors 1524 Miner St.. It is designed for lugging, loading, hauling, baling and stepping and is nearly indestructible. An optional caddy, lid and gear belt are also available. clear-creekoutdoors. myshopify.com $39

Mountain Must Haves Spice Gift Box from the Spice ECOlunchbox Seal Cup

containers are plastic-free, nontoxic and leak-proof. The round, stainless-steel, dishwasher safe containers are perfectly portioned for easy meal prep and come in a variety of sizes ranging from 3 oz.-48 oz. They feature leak-proof, silicone lids for easy and worry-free transportation.

The Seal Cup Trio is ideal for packing a variety of foods and keeping them separate. ecolunchboxes.com $32.99

Airis 8 by Airistech is a wax vape pen that doubles as a dipper. Put the vape pen mouthpiece on to turn it into a regular wax vape pen or remove the mouthpiece and flip it upside down to use it as a dipper. Find it at Green Grass, 440 Lawrence St. in Central City. greengrass-herb.com $45

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& Tea Exchange, 1634 Miner St. in Idaho Springs include mountain favorites for robust meats, stews and wild game. It contains Wild Game Spice Blend, Mountain Spice Blend and a Steakhouse Mini Grinder.

Other gift boxes are also available. spiceandtea.com/ idahosprings $18.95

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FOOD & DRINK

CRAFT BEER & SPIRITS | RESTAURANTS | SPECIAL EVENTS | COFFEE & TEA

The Dusty Rose Tea Room presents Christmas Teas throughout December in its historic Georgetown location.

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xperience a piece of history in the modern day at a Victorian Christmas Tea, offered throughout December at the Dusty Tea Room, 614 Rose St. Choose from a High Tea complete with 12 items or a Petite Tea with four items. Each guest will receive a handmade gift and decadent chocolate dessert.

Teas are offered Wednesday-Saturday, Dec. 1, 5-8, 12-15, 19-22 and 26-29, as well as the first two Sundays of December, Dec. 2 and 9, beginning at 11:30 a.m. with the last seating at 3 p.m.

The Dusty Rose Tea Room says it offers a “completely

different tea experience” than any other place in the world since it’s in a building constructed in 1875 and offers food, including gluten-free options and items exclusive to Georgetown, baked from scratch in its on-site kitchen. There is also a selection of 24 varieties of teas—including black tea, green tea, herbal tea, oolong tea, white tea and rooibos tea—coffee or sodas.

Reservations are strongly suggested as seating is limited.

The High Tea costs $36 per person and the Petite Tea is $15.50 per person.

Visit dustyrosetearoom.com or call 303-569-3100 for reservations and to learn more.

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BREAKFAST WITH SANTA & MRS. CLAUS The 3rd Annual Holiday Breakfast with Santa & Mrs. Claus, Dec. 9, 8-11 a.m. at The Wild Game, 1204 Bergen Pkwy. in Evergreen, includes all-youcan-eat pancakes, bacon, hot chocolate and coffee with a game card and a visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Tickets are $18-$60 and will sell out. thewildgameevergreen.com

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DECEMBER CHRISTMAS TEA Get into the holiday spirit, Dec. 9, 3-4:30 p.m., with a “magical” afternoon Christmas Tea at The Spice & Tea Exchange, 1634 Miner St. in Idaho Springs. Sweets, savories and specially-selected teas are included. Seating is limited to 12 guests and costs $25 per person. facebook.com/TSTEIdahoSprings

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NEW YEAR’S EVE IN THE MOUNTAINS Arapahoe Basin’s lift-served Moonlight Dinner Series at Black Mountain Lodge continues, Dec. 31, 7-10:30 p.m., with “New Year’s Eve in the Mountains.” Celebrate with New York City at 10 p.m. with live music, a glass of champagne, party favors and a balloon drop. Tickets are $125. arapahoebasin.com

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COVER STORY

Free Heel, Free Mind Photo courtesy Colorado Tourism Office

Nordic centers, local backcountry offer wide range of cross-country trails, experiences

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n Colorado, a pair of cross-country or telemark skis can transport just about anyone from their everyday life into a peaceful forest environment of snow-laden trees, white meadows and trails along frozen creeks. A hidden world of winter beauty and sensational settings, without the crowds, can be unveiled throughout Clear Creek County, and neighboring Grand and Summit counties, by visiting the region’s Nordic centers and easilyaccessible backcountry trails. There are also ranches, clubs and nonprofit organizations that maintain networks of cross-country trails throughout the area.

For residents and visitors to the region there are no shortage of places to get out and put a pair of free-heeled skis, and their bodies, to work. Winter is a spectacular time to visit the area’s forests, wilderness areas, state park and Rocky Mountain National Park. It’s also the best time to visit a Nordic center for great trails and plenty of additional activities and amenities close at hand. Many even allow dogs.

Backcountry options abound throughout the region. The Arapahoe and Roosevelt National Forests and the Indian Peaks, James Peak and Mount Evans wilderness areas—which run from Rocky Mountain National Park south to Clear Creek County and from western Boulder County to Grand County—provide a lifetime of backcountry skiing options. Huts, yurts and cabins located in the area are also accessible to skiers.

Clear Creek County offers several outstanding backcountry options including Old Squaw Pass Road, South Chicago Creek Trail and Echo Lake along with easier options including Bakerville-Loveland Trail, Mount Evans Scenic Byway and Argentine Railroad Grade Trail. Even more prime, backcountry skiing exists in the thousands of acres of national forest throughout the region. Recreation maps and other resources can be found at clearcreekcounty.org.

Nordic centers are also plentiful throughout Grand and Summit counties and other nearby locations. Avoid backcountry hazards, get on the snow quickly, try additional snow sports and have their top amenities close at hand at these world-class facilities.

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When planning a backcountry ski trip, be sure conditions are appropriate for skiing and don’t forget to consider other users and your safety. Check conditions and consult the Colorado Avalanche Information Center at avalanche.state. co.us before heading out as conditions can change hourly. Skiers must also be prepared for quick changes in weather and exhaustion. Skills and gear to handle the risks are essential. Always dress in layers with insulating, waterproof clothing, protect your eyes and skin with sunglasses and sunscreen and carry water.

Additionally, get yourself and your equipment in tune before heading out.

Focus on form and technique, not your heart rate or speed. Rental stores, Nordic centers, gear shops and online forums and help you learn about layering waxes, trail conditions, gear inventory and what to wear in current conditions.

One of the best ways to try out the sport is the head to a Nordic center for well-groomed trails, rental gear and expert instruction.

From tracked and groomed meadow trails to steep backcountry climbs, Grand County has a Nordic experience for skiers of every level on its many hundreds of kilometers of trails. Five commercial centers and a multitude of backcountry sites give skiers and snowshoers plenty of options.

Most resorts are open and host a variety of early season events.

Devil’s Thumb Ranch, which is already open, is a nationally-recognized, premier Nordic center. It offers nearly 120km of trails in the pristine and private Ranch Creek Valley at the base of the Continental Divide. Dogs on leashes are welcome.

Among other events, the ranch hosts the annual Tommelfest Nordic Ski Festival, Dec. 8 from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Kick off the season with free lessons, keg tossing, glog and “all kinds of Nordic activities.” A beloved Holiday Market also takes place from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Women’s Classic Ski Clinics, Dec. 19, Jan. 9, 16 and 30, 10 a.mnoon, are a perfect way to build skills and learn from top instructors. The Stagecoach Classic, Jan. 26, 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m. is an annual classic-only race and tour that follows a historic stagecoach route from Devils Thumb Ranch to Winter Park.

The YMCA of the Rockies’ Snow Mountain Ranch Nordic Center, which opened

in November, offers more than 120km of world-class Nordic skiing, snowshoeing and fat biking trails accommodating everyone from first-time participants to elite racers. Dogs on leashes can join guests on some trails. It also offers ice skating, tubing, dog sledding and sleigh rides.

Snow Mountain Ranch hosts numerous Nordic events including its 2nd Annual Nordic Season Opener, Dec. 15, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. featuring a kickoff party, on-snow demos, social skiing and cook-out. The 19th Annual Snow Mountain Ranch Classic race is Jan. 5, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. and features two classic-only races. A Women’s Cross-County Ski Clinic & Workshop is Jan. 26, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. and the Snow Mountain Ranch Stampede is March 9-10. An Intro to Backcountry A/T Skiing clinic is offered Jan. 13, 27, Feb. 10 and 24.

Grand Lake Nordic Center, run by the Grand Lake Metropolitan Recreation District, features scenic views of Rocky Mountain National Park with beginner to advanced terrain on 35km of classic and skate skiing trails. It is a full-service destination with rentals, lessons, retail shop and soup kitchen. There is also a free tubing hill open to all. Free Lessons are offered for all ages and levels, Dec. 16 at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. It plans to open Dec. 1.

Granby Ranch, 20 miles west of Winter Park, opens Dec. 14 with 25km of cross-country skiing trails on two Nordic networks. The resort is designed for skiers and riders of all ages and abilities.

Grand Nordic Ski Club offers Free Ski Lessons to everyone this season at Devils Thumb Ranch, Dec 8; Grand Lake Nordic Center, Dec. 16; and Snow Mountain Ranch, Jan. 20. The group also hosts the 6th Annual Ranch2Ranch Cross Country Ski Trek from Snow Mountain Ranch to Granby Ranch, Feb. 9. Visit grandnordic.org to learn more.

Summit County is also home to several cross-country skiing options including Breckenridge Nordic Ski Center, Gold Run Nordic Center, Frisco Nordic Center and Keystone Nordic Center. All are currently open and offer world-class trails.

Eldora Mountain Resort Nordic Center near Nederland in Boulder County opens at the beginning of December and offers 40km of groomed classic and skate trails through alpine meadow and pine forest. It also provides cross-country and

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Telemark ski lessons while the Nordic lodge offers food and rentals.

There are also many outfitters in the region that lead trips and still more that rent and sell equipment.

To save some money and check out a variety of locations, the Colorado Cross Country Ski Association offers a transferable Punch Pass for $120 at coloradocrosscountry.com that includes more than 14 trail passes at nine resorts—including Breckenridge Nordic, Gold Run Nordic, Keystone Nordic and Snow Mountain Ranch—unlimited trail passes at two resorts and lodging, rentals and tour discounts at others.

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REGIONAL NORDIC SKIING AREAS Arapaho & Roosevelt National Forests 303-541-2500 • fs.usda.gov/main/arp Colorado Avalanche Information Center 303-499-9650 • avalanche.state.co.us Breckenridge Nordic Ski Center 970-453-6855 • breckenridgenordic.com 1200 Ski Hill Road, Breckenridge Devil’s Thumb Ranch Nordic Center 970-726-8231 • devilsthumbranch.com 3530 County Road 83, Tabernash Eldora Resort Nordic Center 303-440-8700 ext. 267 • eldora.com 2861 Eldora Ski Road, Nederland Frisco Nordic Center 970-668-0866 • frisconordic.com 616 Recreation Way, Frisco Gold Run Nordic Center 970-547-7889 • goldrunnordic.com 200 Clubhouse Drive, Breckenridge Granby Ranch 888-850-4615 • granbyranch.com 1415 County Road 48, Grand Lake Grand Lake Nordic Center 970-627-8008 • www.grandlakeski.com 1415 County Road 48, Grand Lake Keystone Nordic Center 970-496-4275 • keystoneresort.com 100 Dercum Square, Keystone Rocky Mountain National Park 970-586-1206 • nps.gov/romo 16018 U.S. 34, Grand Lake Snow Mountain Ranch Nordic Center/ YMCA of the Rockies 877-683-3082 • ymcarockies.org 1101 County Road 53, Granby 15

FEATURE

Leftover Salmon on Halloween.

Elevating Live Music Photos by Jenise Jensen/JeniseJensen.com

New venue expands, enhances Colorado’s mountain music scene

By Jeffrey V. Smith SUMMIT COUNTY odd Altschuler and Keegan Casey have provided live music fans in Summit and Eagle counties, who routinely travel long distances to hear music, a much bigger and better reason to stay close to home. The business partners, who have owned and operated Barkley Ballroom on Frisco’s Main Street for five years, recently opened their brand new 10 Mile Music Hall about a block away. It’s what they consider their “perfect venue.” While it accommodates more than 700 standing patrons, the new room remains intimate and familiar to locals and visitors alike. Front Range mountain residents may now find themselves traveling up, rather than down, to enjoy live music.

Named after the mountain range, the independently-owned room, built from the ground up and engineered for sound, is now the largest year-round venue in the Colorado mountains. It’s attracting large regional acts and nationally touring bands that, until now, had no place to perform west of the metro area. That was the plan from the start. According to Altschuler, the idea was to create a space that larger bands would want to play and accommodate large enough audiences, “so we can spend more time at home and not have to drive around or fly around for concerts.” They basically wanted to bring the Denver music scene to the mountains. It seems to be working.

“If I were to draw up a hit list of bands to have here in year one, I would say that 80 percent of them are coming, which is beyond my wildest dreams or imagination,” Altschuler said.

“I just hope that everyone has such a good time they want to come back for more. The people I’ve talked to are just super excited to be able to have a real music venue in their area.”

Leftover Salmon performed a two-night run over Halloween to open the room and acts like Railroad Earth, Sam Bush Band, Galactic, Disco Biscuits and Chris Robinson Brotherhood are

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just a few of the more than 100 annual shows to be booked in the first year. Leading up to New Year’s Eve, the venue hosts The Infamous Stringdusters, Dec. 28-29; Eminence Ensemble, Dec. 30; and Big Sam’s Funky Nation, Dec. 31. Additionally, several multi-day, destination events with inclusive lift tickets at Copper Mountain are planned throughout winter. Numerous weddings and other events are also in the works.

The venue is located within 20 minutes of six major ski areas, which allows it to draw from tens of thousands of visitors. If the first month of shows is any indication, it’s also pulling non-skiing music fans in from Denver and Boulder and other parts of the state. This formula, so far, has not taken away its local feel.

“The funny thing about this music venue is that it still feels like your family when you come here because it’s not owned by a cooperation or anything,” Altschuler explained. “I probably know half the people that come in here. Me and Keegan are here every night, so it still feels like our own thing in Summit County. It’s not like a company came in and said, ‘hey we want to have a music venue.’ It’s still like two guys who love skiing and snowboarding, just on a bigger scale.”

It’s a bit bigger, but, according to Altschuler, the new room has a “very similar” feel to the Sheridan Opera House in Telluride except that it’s a little more industrial, mountain modern.

In addition to a state-of-the-art sound and lighting systems, the venue also boasts amenities like a summer-time rooftop deck featuring Moe’s Original BBQ, optional drink ordering app, four-camera live streaming and recording system, smart bar cell phone charging stations and water bottle fillers.

The 10 Mile Music Hall is located at 710 E. Main St. in Frisco.

Visit 10milemusic.com for a schedule of upcoming events and more information. Tickets can be purchased online, in person at Cool Inside, 620 Main St. in Frisco, from noon-6 p.m. daily or at the venue beginning an hour before doors open.

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LOCAL BUSINESS

For the love of cheese

By Jeffrey V. Smith IDAHO SPRINGS aron Stiles, Stephanie Seabrook and Kevin Buckley have a passion for cheese. Their adoration is so strong, the Idaho Springs locals opened the Rocky Mountain Cheese Company in May simply because there was no place nearby to get good cheese. They are now serving “delicious” cheese, “amazing” bread, “great” meat, “fine” wine and “delectable” sundries—both in-house and to-go—to residents from across the region and visitors from across the country. The store also offers party platters, gift baskets, gift certificates, catering and special events in-house.

The idea to open the shop originated last Christmas when friends from Wisconsin, who happen to own a cheese factory and store, visited Idaho Springs. “They loved our quaint little town but noticed that there wasn’t a cheese shop within miles,” Stiles said. “After tasting several varieties of their delicious Amish milk cheese and consuming a few holiday cheers, we decided that it was a great idea to open a cheese shop in Idaho Springs.”

Once the decision to open a store was made, the group began building it from scratch. They found a prime Miner Street location when Dan Ebert leased them room next to his Two Brothers Deli in the space formerly known as “One Door Down,” and gave them advice on how to make it work.

“Dan gave us a ton of guidance as to how to open and run a successful business,” Stiles said. “We also did a road trip to Minnesota and Wisconsin and toured several cheese factories, shops and restaurants.” The Truffle Cheese

D Rocky Mountain Cheese Company offers Fondue To-Go for $19.99. Swiss “Chef Steph” has assembled 500g of cave-aged Gruyère, Appenzeller and Vacherin cheeses - enough fondue for at least two people. Just add white wine and follow the directions.

Address:

1428 Miner St. Idaho Springs, CO 80452 Contact:

• 303-567-9991 • contact@rockymountain cheese.com Hours:

Daily: 11 a.m.-6 p.m.

Online:

• rockymountaincheese. com • facebook.com/ rockymountaincheese

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Shop and Truffle Table in Denver are also credited for their “invaluable advice and direction” in launching the store.

The Rocky Mountain Cheese Company now offers 75 varieties of domestic and “the best” imported cheeses, cured meats, in-house baked baguettes, locally-sourced cheese from Longmont and Fort Collins, jams and chutneys from Dumont, olives and olive oil from Golden, mustard from Fort Collins, honey from Longmont and chocolate from Boulder.

Syrup, pickles, spreads and nuts are also available and about a dozen varieties of wine are served through Two Brothers Deli. Guests are welcome to dine in with cheese plates and platters, Swiss fondue and, soon, Raclette. “We also offer six different cheese curds, which are very popular with our visitors from the Midwest,” Stiles said.

The store serves an even mix of Clear Creek County and Evergreen locals and visitors from Denver, the Front Range and almost every state in the country and across the globe. “Cheeseloving customers enter and leave our shop with a smile on their face,” Stiles said. “We have been fortunate to employ a great staff that enjoy the positive interactive customers.”

As their business grows, the owners are not limiting themselves to a storefront. There are plans to move into a larger facility, manufacturer their own brand of in-house cheese and expand with franchised Rocky Mountain Cheese Companies in the region.

After the holidays, look for a Beer & Cheese Pairing featuring Tommyknocker Brewery and a Wine & Cheese Pairing featuring Two Brothers’ wine distributor.

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CALENDAR

ALL EVENTS, TIMES, DATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE

WHAT’S HAPPENING IN & NEAR CLEAR CREEK COUNTY

FESTIVALS, FAIRS & SPECIAL EVENTS Georgetown CHRISTMAS AT HAMILL HOUSE

CLEAR CREEK AREA

EVENTS

12/8, 12/15 at Hamill House. 6-9:30 p.m. $95. 305 Argentine St. 303-569-2840. historicgeorgetown.org

CLUBS, ORGANIZATIONS & MEETINGS Dumont MILL CREEK VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

1/15 at Dumont Schoolhouse. 6-7 p.m. Free. 150 C.R. 260. mcvhs.org

Idaho Springs ACTION HOUR W/CLEAR CREEK DEMOCRATS

12/27 at Vintage Moose Saloon. 6 p.m. $. 123 16th Ave. 12/6, 1/3 at Idaho Springs Elks Lodge #607. 4 p.m. Free.

303-670-7543. co.clear-creek.co.us

CLEAR CREEK DEMOCRATS CENTRAL COMMITTEE COLUMBINE GARDEN CLUB MEETING

12/13 at Elks Lodge #607. Noon. Free. 1600 Colorado Blvd. @columbinegardenclub

IDAHO SPRINGS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ANNUAL MEETING & HOLIDAY PARTY 12/19 at The Majestic Building. 5:50-7:30 p.m. Free. 1630 Miner St. 303-567-0387. idahospringschamber.org

IDAHO SPRINGS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BOARD

12/12 at The Majestic Building. 6-8 p.m. Free. 1636 Miner St. 303-567-0387. idahospringschamber.org

IDAHO SPRINGS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ANNUAL MEMBER MEETING & HOLIDAY PARTY 12/19 at The Majestic Building. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Free. 1630 Miner St. 303-567-0387. idahospringschamber.org

IDAHO SPRINGS LIONS CLUB

12/6, 12/20, 1/3, 1/17 at Wildfire Restaurant. Noon. Free.

2910 Colorado Blvd., Idaho Springs. islions.blogspot.com

IDAHO SPRINGS VFW POST 4121

12/6 Meeting at Idaho Springs Elks Lodge #607. 7 p.m. Free.

1600 Colorado Blvd., Idaho Springs.

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL CLEAR CREEK 2000

Fridays Marion’s Restaurant. 7:30-8:30 a.m. Free. 2805 Colorado Blvd. 303-478-4784. rsmith9325@gmail.com

VIRGINIA CANYON MOUNTAIN PARK MEETING

12/6 at City Hall. 5-6:30 p.m. 1711 Miner St. colorado.gov/ idahosprings

12/6 at Gilpin County Public Library. 7:30 p.m. Free. 15131 Hwy. 119, Black Hawk. gilpinrepublicans.weebly.com 12/27, 1/24 at Gilpin County Public Library. 7 p.m. Free.

15131 Hwy. 119, Black Hawk. gilpincountydems.org

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12/31 at The Evergreen Lake House. $20-$30. 6-10 p.m.

303-674-3412. evergreenchamber.org

Golden HOLIDAY MARKET, 1ST ANNUAL

12/9 at Mountain Toad Brewing. Noon-5 p.m. Free. 900 Washington. 720-38-3244. mountaintoadbrewing.com

EXTENSION THURSDAY: HOLIDAY TRADITIONS

OLDE GOLDEN CHRISTMAS PARADES

FAMILY CHRISTMAS AT HAMILL HOUSE

Gilpin County HOLISTIC HEALTH FAIR, 3RD ANNUAL

GEORGETOWN CHRISTMAS MARKET, 58TH ANNUAL

WINTER ARTS FESTIVAL, 16TH ANNUAL

12/20 at Georgetown Heritage Center. 6-7:30 p.m. $ w/reservations. 809 Taos St. 303-679-2424. clearcreek. extension.colostate.edu

12/1-2, 12/8-9 at Sixth St. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. town. georgetown.co.us

12/13 at Beau Jos. 6:30 p.m. Free. 1517 Miner St.

GILPIN COUNTY DEMOCRATS

12/1-2, 12/8-9 at Georgetown Heritage Center. TBA. Free. 809 Taos St. 303-569-2620. georgetowntrust.org

12/2 at the Hamill House. 3-5 p.m. $15-$25. 305 Argentine St. 303-569-2840. historicgeorgetown.org

CLEAR CREEK COUNTY VETERANS COALITION

Gilpin County GILPIN COUNTY REPUBLICANS MEETING

CHRISTMAS CORNER & MOVIE SCREENING

SKATE THE LAKE NEW YEARS EVE PARTY & FIREWORKS, 23RD ANNUAL

GEORGETOWN LOOP RAILROAD SPECIAL EVENTS

646 Loop Dr. • 888-456-6777 • georgetownlooprr.com through 1/5 Santa’s North Pole Adventure, Lighted Forest Trains. 10 a.m. $.

SANTA’S WORKSHOP 12/1, 12/8 at John Tomay Memorial Library. 11 a.m.1 p.m. Free. 605 6th St. 303-569-2620. clearcreeklibrary.org

Dumont MILL CREEK VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY CHRISTMAS SALE

12/1-2 at Dumont Schoolhouse. 10 a.m. Free. 150 C.R. 260. mcvhs.org

Idaho Springs HONKY-TONK END OF THE YEAR JAMBOREE

12/8 at Idaho Springs Elks Lodge #607. 8 p.m.-midnight. $8-$10. 1600 Colorado Blvd. elks.org SANTA’S WORKSHOP 12/21 at Idaho Springs Library. 1-3 p.m. Free. 219 14th Ave. 303-567-2020. clearcreeklibrary.org

Evergreen DOWNTOWN EVERGREEN HOLIDAY WALK, 27TH ANNUAL

12/7 at Downtown Evergreen. 5:30-9:30 p.m. Free. downtownevergreen.com

HIWAN HOLIDAY WALK OPEN HOUSE

12/7 at Hiwan Heritage Park & Museum. 28473 Meadow Dr. 720-497-7650. jeffco.us

HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE W/SMITHTONIAN HANDBELL ENSEMBLE

12/3 at Evergreen Library. 4-6 p.m. Free. 5000 C.R. 73.

303-235-5275. jeffcolibrary.org

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12/1, 12/8, 12/15 at Washington Ave. 10:30 a.m.-11 p.m. 1010 Washington Ave. goldenchamber.org

12/15 at Gilpin County Community Center. 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

Free-$10. 250 Norton Dr. 303-582-1453. gilpinrecreation.com 12/8 at the Gilpin Community Center. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free.

250 Norton Dr. 303-582-1453. gilpinrecreation.com

Grand County WINTER PARK RESORT

85 Parsenn Road • 970-726-5514 • winterparkresort.com 12/22-24 Santa in the Village. 3-5 p.m. Free.

12/24 Christmas Eve Torchlight Parade. 1-7 p.m. Free.

Summit County ARAPAHOE BASIN SKI AREA

28194 U.S. 6 • 970-468-0718 • arapahoebasin.com 12/24 Santa at A-Basin with the Summit Choral Society.

11 a.m.-1 p.m. Free w/lift ticket

COPPER MOUNTAIN RESORT

209 Ten Mile Circle • 970-968-2318 • coppercolorado.com 12/31 New Year’s Eve Torchlight Parade & Fireworks. 610:30 p.m. Free.

GAME & TRIVIA EVENTS Georgetown FREE POOL

Sundays at Mother’s Saloon. 7 p.m. 601 14th St. 303-569-2080.

TRIVIA NIGHT

Wednesdays Alpine Restaurant & Bar. 6 p.m. Free. 1106 Rose St. 303-569-0200. alpinerestaurantgeorgetown.com

Evergreen BINGO NIGHT FOR ROCKY MOUNTAIN ACADEMY OF EVERGREEN

12/6 at The Wild Game Entertainment Experience. 6:307:30 p.m. $. 1204 Bergen Pkwy. 720-630-8888. thewildgameevergreen.com

QS & BREWS TRIVIA AT LARIAT LODGE

12/11 at Lariat Lodge Brewing Company. 7-9 p.m. 27618 Fireweed Dr. jeffcolibrary.org

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ALL EVENTS, TIMES, DATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE HEALTH, YOGA, WELLNESS Georgetown SOL - A CENTER FOR RADIANT LIVING

Fridays Yoga Nidra. 5-6 p.m. $18.

Saturdays Warm Power Vinyasa. 10-11 a.m. $18.

Saturdays, Sundays Hot Yoga. 8-9:30 a.m. $18.

613 6th St., Georgetown • 970-215-3787 • solcentered.weebly.com Sundays Restorative Yoga. 9:30-11 a.m. $10.

Tuesdays Hatha Yoga. 5:15-6:15 p.m. $10.

Wednesdays TRX & Battle Ropes. 5:15-6:15 p.m. $10.

Thursdays Tai Chi & Qigong. 5:15-6:15 p.m. $10.

Fridays Iyengar Style Yoga. 8:30-9:30 a.m. $10.

Idaho Springs CLEAR CREEK RECREATION CENTER

98 12th Ave. • 303-567-4822 • clearcreekrecreation.com Mondays, Wednesdays Continuing Yoga. 9-10:15 a.m.

Free-$8.25.

Mondays, Wednesdays Beginning Yoga. 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Free-$8.25.

Mondays-Thursdays Yoga. 5-6 p.m. Free-$8.25.

Thursdays Tai Chi. 6-7 p.m. $5.

Fridays Yoga. 9-10 a.m. Free-$8.25.

THE YOGA ROOM

1424 Miner St. • 303-905-2205 • theyogaroomis.com 12/6 Yin Yoga. 5:30-7 p.m. $10.

12/13 “Over the River & Through the Woods” The Path of Meditation & Mindfulness. 5:30-7 p.m. $20.

Sundays Restorative Yoga. 9-10 a.m. $9 Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays Vinyasa Yoga.

5:30-6:30 p.m. $9 Wednesdays, Saturdays Vinyasa Yoga. 9-10:30 a.m. $10.

Thursdays Gentle Yoga. 9-10 a.m. $9

TRUE YOGA

Evergreen

1240 Bergen Pkwy. • 303-670-7730 • trueyogaevergreen.com 1/7-2/6 Thirty-Day New Year Challenge w/Beth Pearlman.

6 a.m.-8 p.m. $.

Sundays Hot Power Vinyasa. 10-11 a.m. $18.

Sundays, Fridays, Saturdays Teacher Training. Noon. $18.

Sundays, Thursdays Yin Yoga. 6:30-7:30 p.m. $18.

Mondays, Wednesdays Hot Vinyasa. 7-8 a.m. $18.

Mondays, Thursdays Hot Power Vinyasa. 9:30-10:30 a.m. $18.

Mondays Alignment Flow. 11 a.m.-noon. $18.

Mondays, Fridays Hot Power Vinyasa. 12:30-1:30 p.m. $18.

Mondays Alignment Flow. 5-6 p.m. $18.

Mondays Hot Yoga- Music Class. 6:30-7:45 p.m. $18.

Tuesdays Hot Vinyasa. 6:30-7:30 a.m. $18.

Tuesdays Hot Yoga. 9-10:30 a.m. $18.

Tuesdays Warm Power Vinyasa. 11 a.m.-noon. $18.

Tuesdays, Wednesdays Alignment Flow. 12:30-1:30 p.m. $18.

Tuesdays Yoga & Mindful Meditation. 2-3 p.m. $18.

Tuesdays Hot Vinyasa. 5-6 p.m. $18.

Tuesdays Mindful Flow. 6:30-7:30 p.m. $18.

Wednesdays Hot Power Vinyasa. 9:15-10:15 a.m. $18.

Wednesdays Hot Yoga- Music Class. 10:45 a.m.-noon. $18.

Wednesdays Yin Yoga. 2-3 p.m. $18.

Wednesdays, Thursdays Hot Power Vinyasa. 5-6 p.m. $18.

Wednesdays Hot Yoga. 6:30-7:30 p.m. $18.

Thursdays Restorative Yoga. 8-9 a.m. $18.

Thursdays Therapeutic Yoga. 11 a.m.-noon. $18.

Thursdays Hot Yoga. 12:30-1:45 p.m. $18.

Fridays Hot Vinyasa. 6:30-7:30 a.m./ 9-10 a.m. $18.

Fridays Hot Yoga. 10:30 a.m.-noon. $18.

Black Hawk 7 HEALING STARS ONENESS CENTER

12/6, 1/3 Outdoor Divas Women’s Demo Day. 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Free. w/lift ticket.

12/9, 1/13 Bent Gate Mountaineering Demo Day. 9 a.m.3 p.m. Free. w/lift ticket.

12/13, 1/10, 2/14 Ski Hooky Days. 8 a.m.-4 p.m. $25.

12/22-23 Weston Snowboards Demo Day. 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Free. w/lift ticket.

460 Gregory St. • 720-324-6875 • 7healingstars.org Mondays Mat Pilates. 5:30 p.m. $7 Wednesdays Mat Pilates. 2 p.m. $7 Wednesdays Adult Martial Arts. 6:15 p.m. $7 Fridays Cultivating Compassion w/Arwen Ek. Noon. $7 Fridays Sacred Dance w/Arwen Ek. 1 p.m. $7

Georgetown GEORGETOWN COMMUNITY CENTER

Gilpin County GILPIN COUNTY COMMUNITY CENTER

OUR GANG ICE RACING

250 Norton Dr. • 303-582-1453 • gilpinrecreation.com Sundays Vinyasa Yoga. 4-5 p.m. $5-$9.25.

Mondays Vinyasa Yoga. 6-7 p.m. $5-$9.25.

Mondays, Thursdays Hatha Yoga. 9:30-10:45 a.m. $5-$9.25.

Wednesdays Tai Chi. 6-7 p.m. $5-$9.25.

Wednesdays Vinyasa Yoga. 7:05-7:55 p.m. $5-$9.25.

Thursdays Meditation w/Arwen Ek 10:50-11:20 a.m. Free.

HOLISTIC HEALTH FAIR, 3RD ANNUAL

Sundays at Gilpin County Community Center. 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

Free-$10. 250 Norton Dr. 303-582-1453. gilpinrecreation.com

MOUNTAIN SANGHA DROP-IN MEDITATION

Mondays at Gilpin County Public Library. 6-8 p.m. Free.

15131 Hwy 119. 847-890-5262.

YOGA ON TAP

Golden

12/4, 12/18 at New Terrain Brewing. 6-7 p.m. $16. 16401 Table Mountain. 720- 697-7848. newterrainbrewing.com

LECTURES & LEARNING Dumont ASK A TRAINER

Saturdays at Charlie’s Place Animal Shelter. 1-2 p.m. Free.

500 W. Dumont Road. 303-679-2477. charliesplaceshelter.org

Idaho Springs COMPUTER BASICS

12/4, 12/6, 12/11, 12/13 at Idaho Springs Library. 1 p.m.

Free. 219 14th Ave. 303-567-9200. clearcreeklibrary.org

Evergreen CENTER FOR THE ARTS EVERGREEN

31880 Rocky Village Dr. • 303-674-0056 • evergreenarts.org 12/13 Holiday Flower Arranging. 9:30-11:30 a.m. $65-$70.

EVERGREEN LIBRARY

5000 C.R. 73 • 303-235-5275 • jeffcolibrary.org 12/4, 12/18, 1/15, 1/29 Ukulele Tuesdays. 6-7:30 p.m. Free.

12/6 Get Coding. 6-7 p.m. Free.

12/6 Legal Self-Help Clinic. 3:30-5 p.m. Free.

12/4, 1/3 Socrates Café. 6-7 p.m. Free.

RECREATION, FITNESS & OUTDOORS Loveland Pass LOVELAND SKI AREA

I-70 Exit 216 • 303-571-5580 • skiloveland.com 12/1 Gilson Snowboards Demo Day. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. w/ lift ticket.

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613 6th St. • 303-567-4822 • clearcreekrecreation.com Tuesdays, Thursdays Women’s Movers. 8-9 a.m. $.

Tuesdays, Thursdays Men’s Moaners & Groaners. 9-10 a.m. $.

Georgetown Lake • ourgangiceracing.com 1/11 Fun Day for Practice. 9:30 a.m. Free-$30 1/12-13 Ice Races. 9:30 a.m. Free-$30.

SOL - A CENTER FOR RADIANT LIVING

613 6th St., Georgetown • 970-215-3787 • solcentered.weebly.com Mondays High Intensity Interval Training. 5:15-6:15 p.m. $10.

Thursdays Kettlebells. 5:15-6:15 p.m. $10.

Saturdays High Intensity Interval Training. 8:30-9:30 a.m. $10.

Idaho Springs CLEAR CREEK RECREATION CENTER

98 12th Ave. • 303-567-4822 • clearcreekrecreation.com 12/4, 12/11 Adult Volleyball League. 1-3 p.m. $125/team Mondays SilverSneakers Classic. 8-9 a.m. Free -$8.25.

Mondays Deep Water Aerobics. 10-11 a.m. Free-$8.25.

Mondays Turbo Kick. 4-5 p.m. Free-$8.25.

Mondays, Wednesdays Aqua Zumba. 6-7 p.m. Free-$8.25.

Mondays-Fridays Open Swim. 11 a.m-8 p.m. Free-$8.25.

Mondays-Fridays Adult Swim. 8-8:45 p.m. Free-$8.25.

Tuesdays Beginner Pilates. 3-4 p.m. Free-$8.25.

Tuesdays Open Kayaking. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free-$8.25.

Tuesdays, Thursdays Core Conditioning. 8:30-9:30 a.m.

Free-$8.25.

Tuesdays, Thursdays Fish Out of Water. 10-11 a.m. Free$8.25.

Tuesdays, Thursdays Water Aerobics Mix. 11 a.m.-noon.

Free-$8.25.

Tuesdays, Thursdays, Sundays Deep Water Aerobics.

10-11 a.m. Free-$8.25.

Wednesdays Drop-in Adult Pickleball. 1-3 p.m. Free-$8.25.

Wednesdays Drop-in Adult Basketball. 7-9 p.m. Free-$8.25.

Wednesdays, Fridays SilverSneakers Cardio. 8-9 a.m. Free$8.25.

Thursdays Turbo Kick. 5-6 p.m. Free-$8.25.

Thursdays Adult Drop-In Volleyball. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free w/ admission.

Fridays Boot Camp. 6-7 p.m. Free-$8.25.

Saturdays Turbo Kick Express. 8:35-9:05 a.m. Free-$8.25.

Saturday RIP. 9:05-9:55 a.m. Free-$8.25.

Saturdays Nia. 10-11 a.m. Free-$8.25.

Saturdays, Sundays Adult Swim. 8:30-11 a.m. Free-$8.25.

Saturdays, Sundays Open Swim. 11 a.m.-5:45 p.m. Free$8.25.

ECHO MOUNTAIN

19285 Hwy. 103 • 970-531-5038 • echomountainresort.com 12/29 Night Skiing. 4-9 p.m. $.

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FULL MOON SNOWSHOE – SQUAW MOUNTAIN

12/3 at Clear Creek Recreation Center. 6:30 p.m. $5. 98 12th Ave. 303-567-4822. clearcreekrecreation.com

Idaho Springs (cont.)

PROJECT SUPPORT SENIOR CENTER

1402 Miner St. • 303-567-4822 • clearcreekrecreation.com Tuesdays Sit & Fit. 10:30-11:30 a.m. $.

1/5-6 at Evergreen Lake. 7 a.m. 29612 Upper Bear Creek. evergreenrecreation.com

EVERGREEN LAKE OPENING

12/15 at Evergreen Lake. 8 a.m.-7 p.m. Free-$7. 29612 Upper Bear Creek. 720-880-1300. evergreenrecreation.com

Black Hawk 7 HEALING STARS ONENESS CENTER

460 Gregory St. • 720-324-6875 • 7healingstars.org Mondays Mat Pilates. 5:30 p.m. $7 Wednesdays Mat Pilates. 2 p.m. $7 Wednesdays Adult Martial Arts. 6:15 p.m. $7

1000 Village Road • 888.850.4615 • granbyranch.com 12/14 Opening Day. 9 a.m. $.

12/31 New Year’s Eve Torchlight Party. 3 p.m.-1 a.m. $20-$85

NORDIC SKI LESSONS

28194 U.S. 6 • 970-468-0718 • arapahoebasin.com 12/1-2 Ski & Snowboard Demo Day. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Free w/ lift ticket 12/4 Rise & Shine Rando Series #3. 7-9 a.m. $25 12/24 Santa at A-Basin w/Summit Choral Society. 11 a.m.1 p.m. Free w/lift ticket 1/8 Rise & Shine Rando Series #4. 7-9 a.m. $25

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1/13, 1/27, 2/10, 2/24, 3/3, 3/17, 3/31 at YMCA of the Rockies Snow Mountain Ranch. 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. $129. 1101 C.R. 53. 970-887-2152. snowmountainranch.org

250 Norton Dr. • 303-582-1453 • gilpinrecreation.com Sundays Pilates. 1:30-2:30 p.m. $5-$9.25.

Mondays Pilates Barre. 8:15-9:15 a.m. $5-$9.25.

Mondays Pickleball. 9-11 a.m. $5-$9.25.

Mondays Bootcamp. 6:15-7:15 p.m. $5-$9.25.

Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays Aquacize. 9:30-10:30 a.m. $5-$9.25.

Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays Adult Strengthen, Stretch & Balance. 11 a.m.-noon. $5-$9.25.

Tuesdays Quick & Tone. 8:15-9:45 a.m. $5-$9.25.

Tuesdays, Thursdays Pickleball. 10 a.m.-noon. $5-$9.25.

Tuesdays, Thursdays Aquacize. 5-6 p.m. $5-$9.25.

Tuesdays, Thursdays Tae Kwon Do. 6-7:30 a.m. $5-$9.25.

Tuesdays, Thursdays Aquacize. 9:30-10:30 p.m. $5-$9.25.

Wednesdays Cardio Dance. 9:30-10:30 a.m. $5-$9.25.

Wednesdays Mommy Workout. 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. $5-$9.25.

Wednesdays Guts & Glutes. 6:15-7:15 p.m. $5-$9.25.

Wednesdays through 12/19 Adult Volleyball League. 68 p.m. $.

Thursdays Bootcamp. 8:15-9:15 a.m. $5-$9.25.

Saturdays Bootcamp. 9:15-10:30 a.m. $5-$9.25.

209 Ten Mile Circle • 970-968-2318 • coppercolorado.com 12/3-8 Toyota U.S. Grand Prix. Free.

12/10-15 U.S. Revolution Tour. $.

12/31 New Year’s Eve Torchlight Parade & Fireworks. 610:30 p.m. Free.

3530 C.R. 83 • 970-726-8231 12/1 Ranch Tree Lighting Ceremony. 6-8 p.m. Free.

12/8 Tommelfest & Holiday Gift Market. 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Free.

12/8, 12/16 Cross Country Ski Lessons. 8:30 a.m. Free.

12/9 Women’s Classic Nordic Ski Clinic. 10 a.m. $45-$85.

INTRO TO BACKCOUNTRY A/T SKIING

Gilpin County GILPIN COUNTY COMMUNITY CENTER

COPPER MOUNTAIN RESORT

1101 C.R. 53 • 970-887-2152 • snowmountainranch.org 12/7-9 Early Season On-Snow Camp. 8 a.m. $ w/registration 12/9, 12/22 Colorado Biathlon Club. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. $.

12/15 2nd Annual Nordic Season Opener. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Free.

1/5 19th Snow Mountain Ranch Classic Race. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. TBA.

DEVIL’S THUMB RANCH

Evergreen EVERGREEN POND HOCKEY CHAMPIONSHIP

Summit County ARAPAHOE BASIN SKI AREA

Grand County YMCA OF THE ROCKIES SNOW MOUNTAIN RANCH

12/16 Grand Nordic Ski Club. 10 a.m. Free. 970-627-8008. grandlakerecreation.com

WINTER PARK RESORT

85 Parsenn Road • 970-726-5514 • winterparkresort.com 12/8 Demo Day. 9-4 p.m. Free w/lift ticket 12/22 Grand Gondola Opening & Ribbon Cutting. TBD. 12/22-24 Santa in the Village. 3-5 p.m. Free.

12/24 Torchlight Parade. 1-7 p.m. Free.

Tuesdays 12/4-4/30 Broomball. 5-7 p.m. Free.

Saturdays-Sundays 12/8-3/24 Ice Skating Lessons 5 p.m.

Free.

Idaho Springs ADULT CRAFT NIGHT: WREATH MAKING

12/10 at Idaho Springs Library. 5:30 p.m. Free. 219 14th St. 303-567-9200. clearcreeklibrary.org

Evergreen EVERGREEN LIBRARY

5000 C.R. 73 • 303-235-5275 • jeffcolibrary.org 12/1 Bath Bomb Gift Making. 2-3 p.m. Free.

12/8 Create Space: Paper Star Lanterns. 1-2 p.m. Free.

Gilpin County GILPIN WINTER ARTS FESTIVAL, 16TH ANNUAL

12/8 at the Gilpin County Community Center. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Free. 250 Norton Dr. 303-582-1453. gilpinrecreation.com

POTTERY CLASS: CREATING MOSAICS

250 Norton Dr. • 303-582-1453 • gilpinrecreation.com Thursdays through 1/24 at Gilpin County Community Center. 5:30-8 p.m. $90-$105.

STITCHERS GET-TOGETHER

12/6, 12/20, 1/3, 1/17 at Gilpin County Community Center.

8:30 a.m.-noon. Free-$5. 250 Norton Dr., Black Hawk. 303582-1453. gilpinrecreation.com

DANCE & FASHION Idaho Springs MIDDLE EASTERN BELLY DANCE – BEGINNER

Wednesdays 12/5-1/30 at Clear Creek Recreation Center.

6:05-7:05 p.m. $70. 98 12th Ave. 303-567-4822. clearcreekrecreation.com

MIDDLE EASTERN BELLY DANCE – EXPERIENCED

Wednesdays 12/5-1/30 at Clear Creek Recreation Center.

7:15-8:15 p.m. $70. 98 12th Ave. 303-567-4822. clearcreekrecreation.com

SQUARE DANCE - MAINSTREAM

Mondays at Clear Creek Recreation Center. Free. 6-8 p.m. $6. 98 12th Ave. 303-567-4822. clearcreekrecreation.com

CLEAR CREEK AREA

ARTS

CLASSICAL MUSIC Evergreen CHAMBER ORCHESTRA COLORADO MOUNTAIN HOLIDAY CONCERTS

12/15 at Evergreen Lutheran Church. 3-6 p.m. $6-$22. 5980 Hwy. 73. evergreenchamberorch.simpletix.comEVERGREEN

CHILDREN’S CHORALE ANNUAL HOLIDAY CONCERT: “EAT, DRINK & BE MERRY”

FILM & PHOTOGRAPHY Georgetown CHRISTMAS MARKET MOVIE “A CHRISTMAS GIFT”

12/1-2, 12/8-9 at Georgetown Heritage Center. TBA. 809 Taos St. 303-569-2620. georgetowntrust.org

MOVIE NIGHT: “FROZEN”

12/7 at Georgetown Heritage Center. 5 p.m. Free. 809 Taos St. 303-569-2620. clearcreeklibrary.org

Idaho Springs DIVE-IN MOVIES

12/14 at Clear Creek Recreation Center. 6 p.m. $. 98 12th Ave. 303-567-4822. clearcreekrecreation.com

12/6-9 at Center Stage. 7 p.m./2 p.m. $10-$12. 27608 Fireweed Dr. 303-674-9004. evergreenchildrenschorale.com

MOVIE NIGHT: “FROZEN”

CRAFTS & FIBER Georgetown ADULT CRAFT NIGHT: WREATH MAKING

Evergreen DINE-IN MOVIE NIGHT @ THE WILD GAME

12/13 at Georgetown Heritage Center. 5:30 p.m. Free. 809 Taos St. clearcreeklibrary.org CLEAR CREEK

12/14 at Idaho Springs Library. 5 p.m. Free. 219 14th Ave. 303-567-4822. clearcreeklibrary.org

1204 Bergen Pkwy. • 720-630-8888 • thewildgameevergreen.com 12/5 “Elf.” 6 p.m. $ w/reservations.

12/12 “How Grinch Stole Christmas.” 6 p.m. $ w/reservations.

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12/19 “A Christmas Story.” 6 p.m. $ w/reservations.

12/31 “Frozen.” 6 p.m. $ w/reservations.

EVERGREEN LIBRARY

5000 C.R. 73 • 303-235-5275 • jeffcolibrary.org 12/15 Movie Time: “Christopher Robin.” 1:30-3:30 p.m. Free.

Georgetown CAPITAL PRIZE MINE

CLEAR CREEK AREA

FOOD & DRINK

1016 Biddle St. • 303-569- 2468 • capitalprizegoldmine.com Fridays-Sundays Tours. 10 a.m., noon, 1 p.m., 2 p.m. $.

HAMILL HOUSE MUSEUM

FINE ART & GALLERY EVENTS

305 Argentine St. • 303-569-2840 • historicgeorgetown.org 12/2 Family Christmas. 3-5 p.m. $15-$25.

12/8, 12/15 Christmas at Hamill House. 6-9:30 p.m. $95

Evergreen CENTER FOR THE ARTS EVERGREEN

31880 Rocky Village Dr. • 303-674-0056 • evergreenarts.org 12/13 Holiday Flower Arranging. 9:30-11:30 a.m. $65-$70.

1/9-10, 1/16, 1/23-24, 1/30 Exploring Textures on Tiles and Trivets. $225-$245 through 12/24 16th Annual Holiday Show & Gift Shop.

10 a.m-5 p.m. Free.

Tuesdays 1/8-2/26 Oil Painting: Intermediate & Advanced.

10 a.m.-noon/1-3 p.m. $175-$195.

Wednesdays 1/9-3/6 Making Watercolor Dramatic. 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. $195-$215.

Wednesdays 1/9-3/6 Making Watercolor Dramatic. 1-4 p.m. $195-$215.

EVERGREEN LIBRARY

5000 C.R. 73 • 303-235-5275 • jeffcolibrary.org 12/19 The Art House at Evergreen Library. 6-7:30 p.m. Free.

SHADOW MOUNTAIN GALLERY

28186 Hwy. 74 • 303-670-3488 • shadowmountaingallery.com through 12/24 “Holiday Treasures” Art Show. 10 a.m.5:30 p.m. Free

Central City GILPIN ARTS HOLIDAY SHOW 2018

Fridays-Sundays through 12/22 at Washington Hall Gallery. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. 117 Eureka St. 303-582-5952. gilpinarts.org

GILPIN COUNTY ARTS ASSOCIATION BOARD

12/10 Washington Hall Gallery. 6 p.m. Free. 117 Eureka St. 303-582-5952. gilpinarts.org

Golden HOLIDAY ART MARKET

through 12/30 at Foothills Art Center. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free.

809 15th St. 303-279-3922. foothillsartcenter.org

HOTEL DE PARIS MUSEUM

409 6th St. • 303-569-2311 • hoteldeparismuseum.org 12/1-2, 12/8-9 Christmas Market Self-Guided Tours.

10 a.m-5 p.m. $3-$7.

12/1, 12/8 Museum Open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $3-$7.

12/2, 12/9 Museum Open Noon-5 p.m. $3-$7.

Idaho Springs VISITOR CENTER HERITAGE MUSEUM

2060 Miner St. • 303-567-4382 • historicidahosprings.com Daily Museum Open. Free.

ARGO GOLD MILL & TUNNEL

2350 Riverside Dr. • 303-567-2421 • historicargotours.com Wednesdays-Mondays Museum & Tours. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. $16-$23.

THE UNDERHILL MUSEUM

1414 Miner St. • 303-567-4709 • historicidahosprings.com Saturdays-Sundays Museum Open. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free.

Central City GILPIN HISTORICAL SOCIETY TOURS

117 Eureka St. • 303-582-5283 • www.gilpinhistory.org Tuesdays-Sundays at Teller House, Central City Opera House & Thomas House Museum. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. $5-$6.

POETRY, SPOKEN WORD & COMEDY

Idaho Springs IDAHO SPRINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY

BRUNCH

Idaho Springs

Saturdays, Sundays at MTN Prime. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. $.

1600 Miner St. 720-428-8515. mtnprime.co

Evergreen BREAKFAST W/SANTA

12/9 at The Wild Game. 8-11 a.m. $18-$60. 1204 Bergen Park. 720-630-8888. thewildgameevergreen.com

BRUNCH

Saturdays-Sundays at The Wild Game. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. $. 1204 Bergen Pkwy. 720-630-8888. thewildgameevergreen.com

BRUNCH

Saturdays-Sundays at Willow Creek Restaurant at Evergreen Lake. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. $. 29029 Upper Bear Creek Road.

303-674 -9463. willowcreekevergreen.com

SUNDAY BRUNCH BUFFET

Sundays at El Rancho Brewing Company. 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. $14-$20. 29260 U.S. Hwy. 40. elranchobrewing.com

SPECIALS & SPECIAL EVENTS Georgetown TROIA’S CAFÉ SPECIALS

Evergreen BAG LADY SUE BLUE COMEDY NIGHT

511 Rose St. • 303-569-5014 • troiasrestaurantgeorgetown.com Thursdays Mussels Mania. 5 p.m. $.

Fridays Prime Rib Special. 5 p.m. $.

Saturdays Chef’s Choice. 5 p.m. $.

Sundays Family Night. 5 p.m. $.

PORTERS & PROSE: PRIESTDADDY

Idaho Springs DECEMBER CHRISTMAS TEA

12/8 at Cactus Jack’s Saloon & Grill. 4651 Hwy. 73. 303-6741564. evergreenlivemusic.com 12/18 at Lariat Lodge Brewing Company. 6:30-8 p.m. 27618 Fireweed Dr. jeffcolibrary.org

Summit County COMEDY SERIES: NANCY NORTON

LITERARY EVENTS & BOOK GROUPS

BRUNCH & BREAKFAST EVENTS

12/14 at Warren Station Center for The Arts. 7-9:15 p.m. $12. 164 Ida Belle Dr. 970-423-8992. warrenstation.com

12/9 at The Spice & Tea Exchange. 3-4:30 p.m. $25. 1634 Miner St. 303-993-8018. spiceandtea.com

CHRISTMAS BUFFET DINNER

12/25 at MTN Prime. 3-10 p.m. $ w/reservations. 1600 Miner St. 720-428-8558. mtnprime.com

WHEAT FREE WEDNESDAYS

219 14th St. • 303-567-9200 • clearcreeklibrary.org 12/17 Book Group: “The New Jim Crow.” 6 p.m. Free.

THEATER & STAGE

Evergreen EVERGREEN LIBRARY

Wednesdays at Beau Jo’s. 11 a.m.-8:30 p.m. $. 1517 Miner St. 303-567-4376. beaujos.com

Evergreen SCENES OF THE SEASON 2018

Evergreen BREAKFAST W/SANTA

5000 C.R. 73 • 303-235-5275 • jeffcolibrary.org 12/12 Book Group: “The Story of Arthur Truluv.” 6-7:30 p.m. Free.

1/9 Book Group: “White Houses.” 6-7:30 p.m. Free.

Gilpin County GILPIN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY

15131 Hwy. 119, Black Hawk • 303-582-5777 • gilpinlibrary.org 12/5 Wednesday Lunch Book Club: “Missoula.” Noon. Free.

1/2 Wednesday Lunch Book Club: “Blink.” Noon. Free.

12/21-22 at Center Stage. 7:30 p.m. $15-$25. 27608 Fireweed Dr. 303-674-4934. evergreenplayers.org

Summit County LAKE DILLON THEATRE COMPANY

460 Blue River Parkway • 970-513-9386 • lakedillontheatre.org through 12/16 “Constellations.” 6:30 p.m./7:30 p.m. $24.50-$41.50.

12/31 New York New Year’s Eve. 6-10 p.m. $200.

CLEAR CREEK

12/9 at The Wild Game Entertainment Experience. 8-11 a.m. $18-$60. 1204 Bergen Park. 720-630-8888. thewildgameevergreen.com

CHRISTMAS EVE DINNER

12/24 at The Bistro at Marshdale. Noon-5:30 p.m. $ w/ reservations. 27376 Spruce Lane. 303-674-7670. thebistroatmarshdale.com

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Evergreen (cont.)

PORTERS & PROSE: “READY PLAYER ONE”

LITTLE BEAR SALOON

12/18 at Lariat Lodge Brewing Company. 6:30-8 p.m. 27618 Fireweed Dr. jeffcolibrary.org

PORTERS & PROSE: “MONK OF MOKHA”

1/15 at Lariat Lodge Brewing Company. 6:30-8 p.m. 27618 Fireweed Dr. jeffcolibrary.org

Central City $5 FRIED CHICKEN FRIDAYS

LIVE MUSIC Loveland Pass BASIN PATIO @ LOVELAND SKI AREA

I-70 Exit 216, Georgetown • skiloveland.com 12/22 Andrew Wynne. 2:30 p.m. Free w/lift ticket

Fridays at Mid City Grill @ Century Casino. 102 Main St. 303-582-5050. www.cnty.com/central-city

BREAD BAR

MILITARY APPRECIATION MONDAY

Silver Plume

1010 Main St. • 720- 722-7323 • breadbarsp.com 12/1 Automatic Iris. 8-9 p.m. Free.

12/8 Maya Bennett. 8-9 p.m. Free.

12/15 Dechen Hawk. 8-9 p.m. Free.

Mondays at Retro Deli & Mid City Grill @ Century Casino.

Free. 102 Main St. 303-582-5050. cnty.com/central-city

SENIOR CELEBRATION

Thursdays Half-Off Food at Century Casino. 8 a.m. $. 102 Main St. 303-582-5050. cnty.com/central-city

Georgetown ALPINE RESTAURANT & BAR

Black Hawk FISH FRYDAY

Fridays at Bourbon Street Café @ Mardi Gras. 4 p.m. $11.99.

300 Main St. 303-582-5600. thegoldengatescasino.com

HOMETOWN HEROES COMPLIMENTARY BUFFET

12/5, 1/2 at Centennial Buffet @ Ameristar Black Hawk. 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Free. 720-946-4000. blackhawk.ameristar.com

MILITARY WEDNESDAY

Wednesdays at Main Street Café @ Saratoga Casino. 4 p.m. $11.99. 101 Main St. 303-582-6100. saratogacasinobh.com

SEASONS BUFFET @ LODGE CASINO

240 Main St. • 303-582-1771 • thelodgecasino.com Sundays-Thursdays All-You-Can-Eat Surf & Turf Buffet.

4-9:30 p.m. $17.99.

Fridays-Saturdays All-You-Can-Eat Surf & Turf Buffet. 411 p.m. $24.49.

Saturdays-Sundays at Seasons Buffet @ Lodge Casino.

11 a.m.-3 p.m. $16.99.

SEAFOOD SPECTACULAR

Fridays-Sundays at The Buffet @ Monarch Casino. 3:30-10 p.m. $24.99. 488 Main St. 303-582-1000. monarchblackhawk.com

Gilpin County FARMERS MARKET

12/8, 12/22, 1/5, 1/19, 2/2, 2/16 at Gilpin County Community Center. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 250 Norton Dr. 303-5823001. theholistichomestead.org

Golden DIRTY DOGS ROADHOUSE

17999 W. Colfax Ave. • dirtydogsroadhouse.business.site 12/31 New Year’s Eve Dinner. 5 p.m. $.

Fridays Walleye & Perch Fish Fry.5-10 p.m. $.

Summit County MOONLIGHT DINNER SERIES AT ARAPAHOE BASIN

970-468-0718 • arapahoebasin.com 12/1 Randonee Dinner - Taste of Africa. 6-10 p.m. $85.

12/31 New Year’s Eve in the Mountains. 7-10:30 p.m. $125.

1/19 Taste of Italy. 7-10 p.m. $95.

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1106 Rose St. • alpinerestaurantgeorgetown.com 12/1, 12/21, 1/5 Tony Rosario. 4:30 p.m. Free.

Thursdays Grumpy Jam. 6 p.m. Free.

Fridays, Saturdays Live Music. 4:30-8 p.m. Free.

TROIA’S CAFÉ & MARKETPLACE

511 Rose St. • 303-569-0289 • troiasrestaurantgeorgetown.com 12/1 Gary Wilkins. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free.

12/7, 12/15, 12/29 Jim Stahlhut. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free.

12/8, 12/22 Bittersweet. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free.

12/14 Gary & Claudia. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free.

12/21 Fiddler Fid. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free.

12/28 Rob Solomon. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free.

Idaho Springs BUFFALO RESTAURANT/WESTBOUND & DOWN

1617 Miner St. • 720-502-3121 • westboundanddown.com 12/5, 12/19 Kind Mountain Band. 6:30 p.m. Free.

12/12 Rocker Box. 6:30 p.m. Free.

WEST WINDS TAVERN

1633 Miner St. • 303-567-0982 12/15 Brian Parton. 9 p.m. Free.

Evergreen BLACKBIRD CAFE & TAVERN

25940 Hwy. 74. • 303-658-0309 • blackbirdcafeevergreen.com Fridays Live Music. 6:30-9 p.m. Free.

CACTUS JACKS SALOON & GRILL

4651 Hwy. 73 • 303-674-1564 • evergreenlivemusic.com 12/7 A MAC & Friends. 8 p.m.

12/14 Chompers. 8 p.m.

12/21 Open Space. 8 p.m.

12/31 New Year’s Eve w/Sugar Ridge 8 p.m.

Thursdays, Saturdays Karaoke Party. 9 p.m. Free.

Saturdays Weekend Karaoke. 9 p.m. Free.

EVERGREEN BREWERY

2962 Evergreen Pkwy. • 303-736-8419 • evergreenbrewery.com 12/4, 12/11, 12/18 Open Mic hosted by West Virginia Mike.

7-11 p.m. Free.

LARIAT LODGE BREWERY

27618 Fireweed Dr. • 303-674-1842 • lariatlodgebrewing.com 12/31 Five & Dime, Johnny Turner. 6 p.m.-12:30 a.m. $.

Fridays, Saturdays Live Music. 6-9 p.m. Free.

CLEAR CREEK

28075 Hwy. 74 • 303-674-9991 • littlebearsaloon.com 12/1 Conrad Hayden. Noon-3 p.m. Free.

12/1 Mountain Magic Band. 4-8 p.m. $6.

12/1 Shakedown Street. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. $6.

12/2 Jonathan Browning. Noon-3 p.m. Free.

12/2 The Invasion. 4-8 p.m. Free.

12/7 The Brian Raine Band. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. $6.

12/8 Circlin’ The Drain. Noon-3 p.m. Free.

12/8 Chancer’s Hooley. 4-8 p.m. Free.

12/8 5th Annual Ugly-Sweater Party w/The King Stan Band.

9 p.m.-1 a.m. Free.

12/9 Mountain Reverb. Noon-3 p.m. Free.

12/11 Gregg Green. 6-9 p.m. Free.

12/12 Jonathan Browning. 6-9 p.m. Free.

12/13 Red Iron Push. 7-10 p.m. Free.

12/14 Blue City West w/Archie Aquino. 5-8 p.m. $8.

12/14 Chris Daniels & the Kings. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. $8.

12/15 Conrad Hayden. Noon-3 p.m. Free.

12/15 TELEDONNA. 4-8 p.m. Free.

12/15 Holiday Burlesque Showcase w/Kerry Pastine & The Crime Scene. 9 p.m. $20.

12/16 Mark Gerganoff. Noon-3 p.m. Free.

12/16 Jeffrey Dallet Band. 4-8 p.m. Free.

12/19 Wounded Bird. 6-9 p.m. Free.

12/20 Miles Over Mountains. 7-10 p.m. Free.

12/21 Crowboy. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. $6 12/22 David Potter. noon-3 p.m. Free.

12/22 The Chris King Band. 4-8 p.m. Free (until 7 p.m.)

12/22 Ryan Chyrs & The Rough Cuts. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. $8.

12/23 The Denver Burglar Alarm. Noon. Free.

12/23 Incoming Groove. 4 p.m. $.

12/25 Strike III. 8 p.m.-1 a.m. Free.

12/27 Mike Strappelli. 6-9 p.m. Free.

12/28 The Strange Parade - The Doors Tribute. 9 p.m.-1 a.m. $6.

12/30 Jonathan Browning. Noon. Free.

12/31 New Year’s Eve w/Kerry Pastine & The Crime Scene.

9 p.m.-1 a.m. $30.

THE WILD GAME ENTERTAINMENT EXPERIENCE

1204 Bergen Pkwy. • 720-630-8888 • thewildgameevergreen.com 12/7 Hazel Miller Band. 7-10 p.m. Free.

12/14 Boo Daddy. 7-10 p.m. Free.

12/21 Wash Park Band. 7-10 p.m. Free.

12/31 Arena Rock All Stars. 7-10 p.m. Free-$25.

Wednesdays Open Mic Night w/John McKenna. 6-9 p.m.

Free.

THE WOOD CELLAR

1552 Bergen Pkwy. • 303-670-8448 • thewoodcellar.net 12/1 Cosmic Mesa. 9 p.m. Free.

12/6, 12/20 Open Mic Night. 8-11 p.m. Free.

12/7 Dr. Poz. 9 p.m. Free.

12/8 A Bear’s Choice. 9 p.m. Free.

12/14 Josh Blackburn. 9 p.m. Free.

12/15 Zeta June. 9 p.m. Free.

12/21 Joe Bye & Friends. 9 p.m. Free.

12/22 Judo Chop. 9 p.m. Free.

12/27 Nate Todd & Ryan Hall. 9 p.m. Free.

12/28 Resonant Rogues. 9 p.m. Free.

12/29 Harmonious Junk. 9 p.m. Free.

12/31 New Year’s Eve w/Joe Bye & Friends. 9 p.m. Free.

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Grand County WINTER PARK RESORT

CHARLIE’S BAR

118 Main St. Thursdays Open Mic Night. 7 p.m. Free.

MILE HIGH ROOM @ GRAND Z CASINO

321 Gregory St. • 303-582-0800 • grandzcasinohotel.com 12/1 Jewel & the Rough. 8 p.m. Free.

12/7-8 Parkside. 8 p.m. Free.

12/14 Rick Lewis Project. 8 p.m. Free.

12/15 Weston Smith. 8 p.m. Free.

12/21-22 Walker Williams Band. 8 p.m. Free.

12/28-29 Forever in Blue Jeans Neil Diamond Tribute. 8 p.m.

Free.

12/31 New Year’s Eve w/Mile High Groove Band. 8 p.m. Free.

Black Hawk BAR 8042 @ AMERISTAR CASINO

CROOKED CREEK SALOON

401 Zerex St. • 970-726-9250 • crookedcreeksalooncolorado.com Wednesdays Live Music. 6-8:30 p.m. Free.

Thursdays Open Mic Night. 9 p.m. Free.

MARY JANE BASE AREA @ WINTER PARK

85 Parsenn Road • 970-726-1564 • winterparkresort.com 1/4, 2/1, 2/22, 3/9, 3/16, 3/23 Weston Smith. 5 p.m. Free 1/5, 1/11, 1/19, 2/2 Andy Straus. 5 p.m. Free

ULLRS TAVERN

11 Richman St. • ameristar.com/black-hawk 12/1 DJ Groove. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Free.

12/7-8 DJ Bedz. 9-11:30 p.m. Free.

12/14-15 DJ Brian Howe. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Free.

12/21-22 DJ Tanastadi. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Free.

12/28-29 DJ Chonz. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Free.

12/30 DJ Nunez. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Free.

12/31 DJ Groove. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Free.

STAGE BAR @ MONARCH CASINO

488 Main St. • monarchblackhawk.com 12/7-8 Live Music. 5-10 p.m. Free.

12/7-8 Walker Williams Band. 10:30 p.m.-2:30 a.m. Free.

12/14-15 Live Music. 5-10 p.m. Free.

12/14-15 Alive On Arrival Band. 10:30 p.m.-2:30 a.m. Free.

12/28-29 Chris Daniels & the Kings. 5-10 p.m. Free.

12/28-29 Live Music. 10:30 p.m.-2:30 a.m. Free.

Golden CANNONBALL CREEK BREWING COMPANY

78415 U.S. 40, Winter Park • 970-720-3026 • ullrs-tavern.com 12/1 Policulture. 9 p.m.-midnight. Free.

12/7 Kyle Hollingsworth Band. 8 p.m.-2 a.m. $15-$18.

12/9 Brad Parsons & Starbird. 10 p.m.-1:30 a.m. Free.

12/15 DJ Williams Shots Fired. 10 p.m.-1:30 a.m. $5.

12/21 The Sweet Lies. 10 p.m.-1:30 a.m. Free.

12/22 White Water Ramble. 10 p.m.-1:30 a.m. $5.

12/29 Cycles, The Wiedls. 8 p.m.-2 a.m. $5.

12/31 Blink 90210, DJ Monix NYE Bash. 8 p.m.-1:30 a.m. $10 1/11 Horseshoes & Hand Grenades, Tara Rose & the Real Deal. 8 p.m.-1:30 a.m. $10-$12.

1/27 Kill the Keg w/Litz. 10 p.m. Free.

Mondays Open Mic Night. 10 p.m.-1:30 a.m. Free.

Wednesdays Ladies Night. 10 p.m.-1:30 a.m. Free.

VERTICAL BISTRO & TAP HOUSE

130 Parry Peak Way • 970-363-7053 • verticalbistro.com Fridays Après Ski Live Music. 2-5 p.m. Free.

SUMMIT COUNTY 10 MILE MUSIC HALL

393 N Washington Ave. • cannonballcreekbrewing.com 12/12 Open Mic Night. 6-9 p.m. Free.

DIRTY DOGS ROADHOUSE

17999 W. Colfax Ave. • dirtydogsroadhouse.business.site 12/1, 12/29 Face The Music. 7 p.m. Free.

12/2, 12/21 Tony Rosario. Noon. Free.

12/7 The Slyders. 7 p.m. Free.

12/8 Jane’s Gang. 7 p.m. Free.

12/14 Kenny Perkins Band. 7 p.m. Free.

12/15 Twenty Hands High Band. 7 p.m. Free.

12/31 2nd Annual Dirty Dogs New Year’s Eve Bash w/Jane’s Gang. 6 p.m.

NEW TERRAIN BREWING COMPANY

16401 Table Mountain • 720- 697-7848 • newterrainbrewing.com 12/6 Rum Creek. 6-9 p.m. Free.

12/13 Thunder & Rain. 6-9 p.m. Free.

12/20 Wake Up & Live. 6-9 p.m. Free.

12/27 Two Drunken Hearts. 6-9 p.m. Free.

1/17 UllrGrass Band Contest. 6-9 p.m. Free.

TABLE MOUNTAIN INN CANTINA

1310 Washington Ave. • 303-277-9898 • tablemountaininn.com Saturdays Live Music Saturdays. 6-9 p.m. Free.

ULLR GRASS MUSIC & BEER FESTIVAL

85 Parsenn Road • 970-726-5514 • winterparkresort.com 1/3, 1/10 Weston Smith. 3-5:30 p.m. Free w/lift ticket.

1/4, 1/18 Andy Straus. 3-5:30 p.m. Free w/lift ticket.

1/5 Kerri Lick. 3-5:30 p.m. Free w/lift ticket.

1/11-12 Zoe Berman. 3-5:30 p.m. Free w/lift ticket.

1/25-27 at Parfet Park/Buffalo Rose. $20-$100. ullrgrass.com

710 Main St., Frisco • 720-299-0459 • 10milemusic.com 12/6 Aqueous, Mungion. 9 p.m. $12-$15.

12/7-9 Disco Biscuits. 9 p.m. $180-$320.

12/14 Minnesota. 9:30 p.m. $15.

12/20 SoDown, TruFeelz. 9:30 p.m. $5-$8.

12/28-29 The Infamous Stringdusters, Meadow Mountain.

8 p.m. $25-$45.

12/30 Eminence Ensemble. 8 p.m. $5.

12/31 Big Sam’s Funky Nation, Frisco Funk Collective.

8:30 p.m. $20-$25.

1/4 Circles Around the Sun. 8 p.m. $20.

1/8-9 Emancipator. 9 p.m.$42.50-$45.

BLUE RIVER BISTRO

305 N. Main St. • 970-453-6974 • blueriverbistro.com Fridays Mark Schlaefer. 5-10 p.m. Free.

Saturdays Jerry Weiss. 5-10 p.m. Free.

BLUE STAG SALOON

323 S. Main St. • 970-453-2221 • bluestagsaloon.com 12/14 Frisco Funk Collective. 11 p.m.-1:30 a.m. Free.

12/21-22 Deck the Dawgs w/Dog City Disco. 10 p.m.-1 a.m.

Free.

BROKEN COMPASS BREWING

68 Continental Ct. • 970-368-2772 • brokencompassbrewing.com 12/23 Local Folk. 6-9 p.m. Free.

CLEAR CREEK

COPPER MOUNTAIN RESORT

209 Ten Mile Circle • coppercolorado.com 12/15 Snowsation Music Festival. TBA. Free.

HIGH ROCKIES WHISKEY & WINE BAR @ COPPER MOUNTAIN RESORT

260 Ten Mile Circle • 970-367-5968 • coppercolorado.com 12/1, 1/5, 2/2, 3/2 Frisco Funk Collective First Saturday Theme Party. 9 p.m.

DILLON DAM BREWERY

100 Little Dam St., Dillon • dambrewery.com 12/6 Open Mic Night w/Levi Corrigan. 9:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m.

Free.

12/31 New Year’s Eve Bash w/The Love Electric. 9:30 p.m.

Free-$10.

GOAT SOUP & WHISKEY TAVERN

22954 U.S. 6, Dillon • 970-513-9344 • soupandwhiskey.com 12/1 Jerry Joseph & the Jackmormons. 9 p.m. $12.

12/7-8 The Magic Beans. 9 p.m. $4.

12/14 New Family Dog. 9 p.m. $.

12/15 The Pinheads. 9 p.m. $.

12/21 Bill McKay Band. 9 p.m. $.

12/22 Amoramora. 9 p.m. $.

12/28 Frisco Funk Collective. 9 p.m. $.

12/29 Casey James Prestwood. 9 p.m. $.

HIGHSIDE BREWING

720 Main St., Breckenridge • highsidebrewing.com 12/9 Frisco Funk Collective. 6 p.m. Free.

Thursdays Beau Thomas. 6:30 p.m. Free.

THE HISTORIC BROWN & FOX’S DEN

206 N. Ridge St. • 970-453-4949 • historicbrown.com 12/1 Lucid Vision. 10 p.m.-1 a.m. Free.

12/7 Family Elephant. 10 p.m.-1 a.m. Free.

12/8, 12/14, 12/22 Live Music TBA. 10 p.m.-1 a.m. Free.

12/15, 12/21 El Passo Lasso. 10 p.m.-1 a.m. Free.

12/28 Digital Beatdown. 10 p.m.-1 a.m. Free.

Fridays, Saturdays Live Music. 10 p.m.-1 a.m. Free.

MOTHERLOADED TAVERN

103 S. Main St. • 970-453-2572 • motherloadedtavern.com 12/7 Aaron Dunn. 9 p.m. Free.

12/28 The NewArkansans. 9 p.m. Free.

Mondays Open Mic w/Moose. 9 p.m. Free.

Wednesdays Karaoke w/Perpetua. 9:30pm-12:30 a.m. Free.

Fridays-Saturdays Live Music. 9 p.m. Free.

RIVERWALK CENTER

150 W. Adams Ave. • 970-453-3187 • breckcreate.org 12/17 The Motet. 7-10 p.m. $40-$100.

12/31 Reggae on the Blue – New Year’s Eve w/Anthony B. 8:30 p.m. $35-$45.

SNAKE RIVER SALOON

23074 U.S. 6, Keystone • 970-468-2788 • snakeriversaloon.com 12/21 Alive On Arrival Band. 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m. Free.

WARREN STATION CENTER FOR THE ARTS

164 Ida Belle Dr., Keystone • 970-423-8992 • warrenstation.com 12/15 B.L.A.M! (Beer, Local Art and Music) w/ Glenda Luck, Frisco Funk Collective. 5-9 p.m. $5.

12/21-22 Keller Williams & His Compadres. 8-11:30 p.m. $30-$60.

12/31 Trout Steak Revival. 9 p.m.-12:30 a.m. $20-$25.

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