MMAC Monthly December 2016

FOOD & DRINK

‘Tavern’ tour features drinks, games, costumes Page 4

CULTURE

Casino spa provides luxurious setting for relaxation Page 9

ARTS

New art gallery designed to provide social impact Page 15

MUSIC

Celebrate family, music, friends at holiday show Page 23

SILVER PLUME • GEORGETOWN • EMPIRE • IDAHO SPRINGS • CENTRAL CITY • BLACK HAWK • GOLDEN GATE • ROLLINSVILLE • COAL CREEK • NEDERLAND • GOLD HILL • WARD • JAMESTOWN • ALLENSPARK • LYONS • ESTES PARK

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Free Your Heel Discover region’s backcountry trails, Nordic centers for winter adventure

COVER STORY: In Colorado, a pair of cross-country skis can transport just about anyone from their everyday life into a peaceful forest environment of snow-laden trees, white meadows and trails running along frozen creeks. A hidden world of winter beauty and sensational settings can be unveiled throughout the Peak to Peak Region and neighboring Clear Creek, Grand and Summit counties, by visiting the region’s Nordic centers and easily accessible backcountry.

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Historic Schoolhouses

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Estes Park Schoolhouse Location: Elkhorn Lodge & Guest Ranch 600 Elkhorn Ave. Estes Park, Colorado Date Built: Before 1886

Town’s first school met in converted lodge cabin PEAK TO PEAK Historic rural schoolhouses can be found all over Colorado, including most Front Range mountain towns. Several of them have been lovingly restored and have found new ways to serve the public.

Each month this year, the MMAC Monthly takes a town by town look at the restored and repurposed historic schoolhouses in the mountain communities of Clear Creek, Gilpin, Boulder and Larimer counties.

According to archaeologists, the Estes Park area has been a resort community for 10,000 years, attracting Ute and Arapaho

Indian families for the summer. Drawn by the lure of pristine mountain surroundings, modern day visitors have included gunslingers, ranchers and inventors—one of whom was F. O. Stanley who opened his famed Stanley Hotel in Estes Park in 1909. The town is also tied to the history of Rocky Mountain National Park, which turned 100 in 2015.

Not surprisingly, mountain exploration remains a mainstay. Outdoor adventures run the gamut from hiking to snowshoeing to rock climbing. Scenic drives show off the area, with Trail Ridge Continued on page 17

Estes Park’s first school remains on the Elkhorn Lodge property.

TAKE NOTE – supporting our community

Volume 9, Issue 12 • December 2016

Support local non-profits during gift-giving season FRONT RANGE For the seventh year, Community First Foundation and FirstBank present Colorado Gives Day, Dec. 6. This annual statewide movement celebrates and increases philanthropy in Colorado through online giving. The $1 Million Incentive Fund created by the partners is one of the largest gives-day incentive funds in the country.

Numerous non-profits from Georgetown

to Estes Park rely on this special day to meet budgets. Since its inception in 2010, Colorado Gives Day has raised $111.5 million for Colorado non-profits, making it among the most successful giving days in the nation. Last year alone, donors gave more than 123,000 individual donations to 1,884 non-profits totaling$28.4 million, breaking all previous records.

Colorado Gives Day is powered by

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ColoradoGives.org, a year-round, online giving website, featuring nearly 2,000 Colorado nonprofit organizations. The website makes giving and fundraising simple for nonprofits and donors. In addition, Colorado Gives Day unites Coloradans in a common goal to strengthen the state’s nonprofits, educates communities on the benefits of online giving and raises awareness of Colorado’s nonprofit sector.

Once Colorado Gives Day is over, be sure to continue supporting the mission of local non-profits all year long. Additionally, consider patronizing a non-profit organization for gifts during the holiday season. Not only will the money go to good use, it will stay local and directly support causes you feel are important.

Addiction Recovery Groups Sunday Gilpin County H.A.L.T. – St. Paul’s Church, Central City, 2 p.m.

Fall River Group AA Meeting – 701 Elm, Estes Park, noon Monday Clear Creek Road Runners – United Church of Idaho Springs, 2 p.m.

NA Meeting – TEENS, Inc., Nederland, 7 p.m.

Early Worms Group AA Meeting – St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal, Estes Park, 7 a.m.

Fall River Group AA Meeting – 701 Elm, Estes Park, noon St. Vrain Group AA Meeting – IOOF Hall, Lyons, 7:30 p.m.

Tuesday AA Meeting – St. Rita’s Catholic Church, Nederland 5:30 & 7 p.m.

Clear Creek Road Runners 2 – Georgetown Community Center, 7 p.m.

St. Vrain Group AA Meeting – IOOF Hall, Lyons, 7:30 p.m.

AA Meeting – Golden Gate Grange Community Center, 2 p.m.

Christians in Recovery – Riverplace Facility, Estes Park, 6 p.m.

Early Worms Group AA Meeting – St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal, Estes Park, 7 a.m.

Women’s AA Group – St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal, Estes Park, 6 p.m.

Fall River Group AA Meeting – 701 Elm, Estes Park, noon & 7 p.m.

Wednesday Gilpin County H.A.L.T. – St. Paul’s Church, Central City, 2 p.m.

Morning Group AA Meeting – Nederland Veterinary Hospital (Back Office), 8 a.m.

Canyon Group AA Meeting – Coal Creek Canyon United Power Offices., 7:30 p.m.

Early Worms Group AA Meeting – St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal, Estes Park, 7 a.m.

Fall River Group AA Meeting – 701 Elm, Estes Park, noon & 7 p.m.

Thursday Morning Group AA Meeting – Nederland Veterinary Hospital (Back Office), 8 a.m.

Clear Creek Road Runners – United Church of Idaho Springs, 2 p.m.

AA Meeting – Allenspark Fire Station, 5 p.m.

Early Worms Group AA Meeting – St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal, Estes Park, 7 a.m.

Fall River Group AA Meeting, New Horizons Group NA Meeting – 701 Elm, Estes Park, noon & 7 p.m.

Friday Free at Last Group NA Meeting – Harmony Foundation, Estes Park, 7:30 p.m.

Clear Creek Road Runners – United Church of Idaho Springs, 2 p.m.

Wild Basin Book Study – New Covenant Church, Allenspark, 6:30 p.m.

AA Meeting – St. Rita’s Catholic Church, Nederland, 7 p.m.

Early Worms Group AA Meeting – St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal, Estes Park, 7 a.m.

Fall River Group AA Meeting – 701 Elm, Estes Park, noon & 7 p.m.

Estes Park Al-Anon – St. Rita’s Catholic Church, Nederland, 7 p.m.

Saturday Early Worms Group AA Meeting – St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal,

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MOUNTAIN MIX – the best of all the rest

December 1-Feb. 14

Main Street Central City Photo Contest

Win up to $200 cash and a chance to be featured on some amazing postcards by entering the Main Street Central City Photo Contest, which is open to all photographers. The contest is soliciting original, striking images of Central City, including, but not limited to buildings and structures, wildlife, people, events, community, work and trade, auto and more. Entries from all regions, in both rural and urban settings, are encouraged. Each photo submission must be accompanied by a brief description, as well as where the photo was taken. All entries must be submitted by Feb. 14, 2017. Voting begins on Dec. 1 and will continue throughout the duration of the contest. Up to 15 photographs may be submitted per person. Entries may be entered by uploading digital files to Main Street Central City Facebook Page or e-mailed. Complete details can be found online at the Main Street Central City Facebook page. For questions, contact Zeke Keeler at zkeeler@cityofcentral.co or 720-279-7335.

December 2-3

Holiday Used Book Sale

Find a bargain book at the Estes Valley Library Friends & Foundation Holiday Used Book Sale and help support the library at the same time. The Holiday Used Book Sale, Dec. 2-3, in the Estes Valley Library’s Hondius Room. From 10 a.m.-4 p.m. both days, browse among the handpicked gently used books, CDs, and DVDs that are in excellent condition and suitable for gift giving, as well as your own enjoyment. For additional information, contact Book Committee Chair Ray Nieder at RNieder@Beyondbb. com or Sarah Walsh at the Library Development Office at 970586-8116 ext. 835 or e-mail swalsh@estesvalleylibrary.org.

December 2-May 28

‘Illusions Of The Passed’ Theatrical Séance

From the hit NBC Series America’s Got Talent, Master Magician Aiden Sinclair presents “Illusions of the Passed” at the Stanley Hotel, 333 Wonderview Ave. in Estes Park, on select evenings from Dec 2-May 28, 2017. This evening of mystery uses antiques and artifacts from tragic moments in history to bring the past to life. The guests of the historic Stanley Hotel are taken on an unforgettable journey through the Victorian Age. From the foggy streets of London and the infamous murders of Jack the Ripper to the sinking of the RMS Titanic, Sinclair will introduce participants to the world of the Penny Dreadful in this entertaining, 90-minute theatrical séance. Authentic artifacts from these historic events will be handled by the audience in this presentation of history, haunts and illusions. For more information, call 970577-4000 or visit www.stanleyhotel.com.

December 3

4th Anniversary & Prohibition Repeal Party Dust off your flapper dresses and zoot suits and join Spirit Hound Distillery, 4196 Ute Hwy. in Lyons, on Dec. 3 from 8-11 p.m. following the Lyons Christmas parade to celebrate four years of Spirit Hound spirits. The G-Spot Food Truck will be serving up delicious eats all evening and The 89s will be rocking the balcony stage until 11 p.m. Visit www.spirithounds.com or call 303-823-5696 to learn more.

Wee Winter Fest Tiny Home Tour

Join tiny home hotel WeeCasa, 501 West Main St. in Lyons, Dec. 3, for its second annual Wee Winter Fest. This is the chance to tour up to 10 tiny homes, listen to guest speakers talk “tiny,” eat, drink and let the kids play in the play area. Doors open at 11 a.m. and close at 5 p.m. Check out the Lyons Parade of Lights afterwards and come back to view the fireworks from River Bend. Tickets are $10 per person. Children under 10 years old are free. Tickets may be purchased in advance through Eventbrite, or at the door. For more information, visit weecasa.com or call 720-460-0239.

December 8

Ski Hooky Days

Ski Hooky Days with 95.7 FM The Party and Oskar Blues Brewing returns to Loveland Ski Area, Dec. 8. Listen to 95.7 FM The Party for a chance to win free tickets to Loveland and sign up for Party VIP to take advantage of Hooky Day $25 tickets. Simply sign up for Party VIP, print your coupon and join in a “great day on the slopes.” The coupon also includes a buy one lift ticket get one free valid for two weeks after Hooky Day. Oskar Blues supports Hooky Day with beer specials all day and a special Beer Can Chicken Lunch. Don’t forget to hang out afterwards for the Icelantic Ski Giveaway in the Rathskeller after a great day on the slopes! There are Other Hooky Days coming up. Be sure to save the date and play Hooky with Loveland on Jan. 12, Feb. 9 and March 9. Visit www.957theparty.com and skiloveland.com or call 303-571-5580 for more information.

December 9

Polar Express Trolley Ride

Experience the winter magic of The Polar Express by Chris Van Allsburg by hearing the story read aloud by Kurtis Kelly at the Estes Valley Library’s cozy fireplace area, Dec. 9 at 6:20 p.m. Then, ride the Polar Express trolley for a sing-along to familiar Christmas songs. Make an enchanted stop along the way to deliver letters to Santa’s mailbox and return to the library to decorate train cookies while enjoying a cup of hot chocolate. The cost for this whimsical winter evening special signature event is $5 for adults and children are free. Children (and adults) are invited to wear pajamas.

Register in person at the library’s Service Desk. Visit estesvalleylibrary.org or call 970-586-8116 for more information.

December 10

Mosaic Mirror Workshop

Estes Outreach offers ongoing educational and recreational opportunities to the Estes community. The program works in partnership with area businesses, non-profits, and individuals to offer, host, and deliver classes. The Mosaic Mirror Workshop with Instructor Ilah Reynar at the Estes Park High School Art Room , Dec. 10 from 9 a.m.-noon, is part of the Maker’s Workshops, a series of hands-on making classes meant to provide opportunities to give hand-made gifts over the holidays. Students will be provided with a mirror to mosaic. Shards from a local potter will be available along with various pieces of glass. Nippers, grout, and all other supplies are provided. Come to have fun, and leave with a fun gift for yourself or someone on your list. Registration is $42 per person and includes all supplies. Registration deadline is Dec. 5. Reserve a spot online. For more information, visit www.estesoutreach.org.

Forest Service releases environmental analysis BOULDER COUNTY/GILPIN COUNTY The U.S. Forest Service’s Roosevelt National Forest has released its environmental assessment of the proposed Forsythe II Project, a forest management project in the vicinity of Nederland and Gross Reservoir.

A draft decision is expected to be released the first week of December.

Proposed forest management activities include cutting, thinning and controlled burning in lodgepole pine, ponderosa pine, mixed conifer, aspen and meadows. Most of the cut debris will be removed or piled to burn during winter months. www.mmacmonthly.com

The release of the draft decision the first full week of December will kick off a formal 30-day objection period, which will begin the day the legal notice is published in the newspaper of record (in this case the Coloradoan). The public will also be notified by e-mail, social media and local news outlets when the draft decision is released. Objections must be received during the official objection period to be considered.

Formal objections will only be accepted from those who have previously submitted timely and specific written comments regarding the pro-

posed project during scoping or designated opportunities for comment.

The environmental assessment, maps, photos, background, and information on how to object are located on the project website at www. fs.usda.gov/goto/arp/Forsythe2.

An open house is planned from 4:30-6:30 p.m., Dec. 13, at the Boulder Ranger District office, 2140 Yarmouth Ave. in Boulder, to answer questions about the assessment and draft decision. Contact Reid Armstrong, public affairs specialist, at 303-541-2532 or krarmstrong@ fs.fed.us for more information.

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Free Microchip, Low Cost Vaccination Event

An event for both dogs and cats, Dec. 10 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Gilpin County Fairgrounds, 230 Norton Dr. features free microchips and registration during the Winter Arts Festival. If a dog or cat is already chipped, come to verify the chip is readable, and registration is current. Assistants can help update chips for free. Low cost vaccinations and heartworm tests will also be offered. DHPP and Rabies vaccinations will be available for $20 each and heartworm testing will be $25. Cash, check and Visa or Mastercard are accepted. Preregistration is necessary, and it is recommended to register early as only the first 60 registrants will be accepted. The event is sponsored

by Cherry’s Pet Care, Lisa Cass DVM, Gilpin County Animal Response Team, Gilpin County Archwood 4H and private donors. Visit www. cherryspetcare.com or contact Katie Albright at cherryspetcare@ gmail.com or 303-956-9320, for more information.

We Are Water: Standing Rock Benefit

The Scarlet, 131 Main St. in Central City, hosts “We Are Water: Standing Rock Benefit Concert,” Dec. 10, to raise money and awareness about the construction of the Dakota Access Pipeline.

Tickets, which are $10, and a silent auction will directly benefit the people of Standing Rock. Proceeds will go directly to the Oceti Sakowin Camp, a camp dedicated to protecting the land and water against the pipeline, and will be used to buy supplies to winterize and stock the campsite. Find more infromation at The Scarlet Venue on Facebook or visit www.thescarletvenue.com.

December 10 & 17

Christmas at Hamill House / Noel A La Carte

Head to Georgetown, Dec. 10 and 17 from 6-9:30 p.m., for a magical evening at two of the town’s historical museums, the Hamill House and the Hotel De Paris. The night begins at the Hamill House, where guests can enjoy light hors d’oeuvres and cocktails, the traditional lighting of the Christmas tree, yule log, wassail toasts, and carols. Next, guests will go to the Hotel De Paris, where they will dine on a full course meal in the historic Hotel de Paris dining room. The evening will end with a traditional reading of the “Night Before Christmas.” Tickets are $150 with a guest limit of 40 per night. Visit www.historicgeorgetown.org and hoteldeparismuseum.org for more details.

December 13

Estes Park Public Budget Hearings

Estes Park officials encourage public participation in budget hearings, Dec. 13. The Town Board will review the proposed 2017 Town budget during a public hearing at 7 p.m. in the Town Board Room of Town Hall, 170 MacGregor Ave. The public is encouraged to attend and comment. Town of Estes Park financial information, including budgets and the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, are available at www.estes.org/finance. For information, call the Finance Department at 970-577-3560 or visit www.estes.org.

December 21

The Mysterious Owls of the Night Sky

Meet the mysterious owls of HawkQuest, Dec. 21 from 2-3:30 p.m. at the Wild Bear Mountain Ecology Center, 20 Lakeview Dr. in Nederland. Get up close and personal with the creatures who soar the night sky all winter on the darkest day of the year. A $5 donation is suggested. To learn more, visit wildbear.org or call 303-258-0495.

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FOOD & DRINK – restaurants, cafés, bars, breweries and more

December 1 • Coffee with the Gilpin Commissioners: Broadband – Gilpin Community Center (GC) • Nederland Food Pantry – Nederland Community

‘Tavern’ tour features drinks, games, costumes

December 2 • Seafood Buffet – The Other Side Restaurant (EP) December 2-3 • Table: Wine Dinner w/Ted Schneider of Moe’s BBQ – Stanley Hotel (EP) December 3 • Chef’s Cup – Winter Park Resort (WP) • Renegade Brewing Company Tasting – Mid

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Center (NED)

County Liquors (RV)

• 4th Anniversary & Prohibition Repeal Day Party – Spirit Hound Distillery (LY)

December 4 • Denver Football Kickoff Buffet – Historic Park Theater (EP)

December 5 • Lovin’ Cup Community Kitchen – Deli @ 8236’ (NED) December 6 • Soup Night – The Old Gallery (AP) December 7 • Community Cupboard Food Bank – The Old Gallery (AP) December 8 • Grain to Table Dinner – Westbound & Down Brewing (IS)

December 9 • Readstone Mead Tasting – Peak Wine & Spirits (NED) • Festive Fridays at the Library: Recipe Exchange – Estes Valley Library (EP)

December 9-10 • Table: Wine Dinner w/Chef Dave Engel of The Kitchen – Stanley Hotel (EP) • Polar Express Trolley Ride – Various Locations (EP) December 10 • Moonlight Dinner Series: Foods of Latin America – Arapahoe Basin (SC)

• Cinnamon Whiskey Tasting – Underground Liquor (GC) • Mountain MidLife Social Breakfast, Holiday Food Box & Toy Distribution – Nederland

By George Watson ESTES PARK he popular Tinsel Tavern Tour returns for another year of food, drink, entertainment, costume contests and all around holiday merriment. On Dec. 10, dress in retro ski apparel and prepare to take part in a safe, fun-filled evening out on the town to discover Estes Park’s craft beer, wine and spirits industry.

The event begins at 5:30 p.m. with a kick-off party at Mary’s Lake Lodge featuring live entertainment, appetizers and a holiday costume contest with prizes. Participants receive a complimentary Visit Estes Park headband and arm warmer to keep heads and hands warm throughout the evening. There will be heavy appetizers accompanied by a DJ prepared to spin requests. The costume contest features prizes for best retro winter gear and old-school Estes Park outfit.

Before heading out for the evening, participants will be instructed on how to earn points for prizes by playing games at each tavern stop. Keeping a list of retro items placed by organizers at each stop can further increase the chances of winning. Retro outfit photos can be shared on social media using #TinselTavernTour and #OldSchoolEstes.

After the party, step onto the Elkhorn Express Trolley and head to a line-up of Estes Park’s unique tasting rooms. A signature drink is included at each stop. Many new businesses are included, and the route is a great way to get a taste of what is offered throughout town. Stops include Snowy Peaks Winery, Elkins Distilling Company, Lumpy Ridge Brewing, Dancing Pines Distillery, Rock Cut Brewing and Estes Park Brewery. Locations and route order subject to change.

The Snowy Peaks Winery tasting room offers its own awardwinning, hand-crafted wines made from handpicked, Coloradogrown grapes from a dozen vineyards in Palisade, Paonia and Snowy Peaks Winery, above, creates award- Burlington. A wide range of red, white and winning, hand-crafted Colorado wines. dessert varieties are Lumpy Ridge Brewing, left, crafts a variety available. Relax with of beer styles in its unique brewery. a glass of wine and enjoy views of the mountains from their tasting room.

Elkins Distilling is Estes Park’s first legal distillery. In 2015, its master distiller worked with the city council to loosen spirit laws and began the journey of launching the distillery and Continued on page 8

Community Center (NED)

• Allenspark Area Club Lunch & Program – Peaceful Valley Resort (AP)

• Tinsel Tavern Tour – Various Locations (EP) December 11 • Pancake Breakfast and Jeffco Foster Kids Gift Drive & Wrapping Party – Golden Gate Grange (GGC) • Denver Football Kickoff Buffet – Historic Park Theater (EP)

• 4th Annual Chili Dinner & Christmas Dinner Packing for Crossroads Ministry – YMCA of the Rockies (EP) December 14 • Estes Park Woman’s Club Luncheon: The Mountainaires – Stanley Hotel (EP) December 15 • Open Mic & Cookie Swap – Spirit Hound Distillery (LY) December 16 • 6th Alley Bar & Grill Supper Club Fiesta Night – Arapahoe Basin (SC)

• Mountain MidLife Social Dinner – Nederland Community Center (NED)

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GRAIN TO TABLE BEER DINNER

Idaho Springs-based Westbound & Down Brewing hosts its first beer dinner, Dec. 8 from 7-9 p.m., pairing the seasonal release of its Belgian ales with a four course meal prepared

by Chef Scott Parker. Tickets are $100 and include round trip transportation to Hogshead Brewery. Couples discounts are available. westboundanddown.com • 720-502-3121

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OPEN MIC & COOKIE SWAP

Spirit Hound Distillery in Lyons hosts its annual open mic and cookie swap, Dec. 15 from 7-9 p.m. Bring some favorite Christmas cookies to trade or to snack on, and a guitar or listening ears for some tunes. Sample handmade spirits, enjoy a cocktail and relax in their casual, comfortable environment. www.spirithounds.com • 303-823-5696

VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS HIGH TEA

Enjoy Victorian Christmas High Tea throughout December at the Dusty Rose Tea Room in Georgetown. This seasonal offering is $28 and includes savories, baked goods and sweets along with unlimited pots of tea, coffee, cocoa and soda. A hand-made gift is included for each person. Call for reservations. dustyrosetearoom.com • 303-569-3100

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Popular restaurant hosts special Archer-themed ‘local’s night’

The Stanley Hotel in Estes Park

Hotel offers variety of holiday events ESTES PARK Share the joy of the holiday season with the entire family at a variety of events hosted by the Stanley Hotel including Santa’s Gingerbread and Cookie-Making Workshop, Christmas Day Dinner and New Year’s Eve Ball.

Bring the kids to the Stanley Hotel’s MacGregor Ballroom for Santa’s Workshop, Dec. 18 from 1-3 p.m., where “Santa Chefs” will make up to 100 gingerbread houses and plenty of yummy treats to use to decorate them. Everyone will get to enjoy hot chocolate, snacks, and holiday music with a special appearance from Santa. A cash bar with special holiday beverages will be available for the parents. The event is $25 per house or $20 for Cascades Club Members. Reservations are equired by calling 970-577-4160.

On Christmas Day, Dec. 25 from 11 a.m.-4 p.m., hang up your apron and visit the Stanley Hotel as its gourmet chefs share their amazing culinary talents with creations for the annual Christmas Dinner Buffet in the MacGregor Ballroom. Make reservations as soon as possible, as the event regularly fills up up quickly. The buffet is $68 per person not including tax and gratuity or $26 per child ages 5-12. It’s free for children age 4 and under. Reservations are required by calling 970-577-4001.

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Ring in 2017 at the hotel’s annual formal Crystal Ball on New Year’s Eve, Dec. 31 from 9 p.m.-1 a.m., also in the MacGregor Ballroom. The ball includes live music by the Jonny Mogambo Band, two drink tickets, hors d’oeuvres and a midnight Champagne toast. Attendee also recived a souvenir Crystal Ball Champagne flute. Attendee must be age 21 or older and cocktail attire is requested. Tickets are $99 per person. A special Cascade Restaurant Dinner option is also available at an additional cost. Reservations are required by calling 970-577-4111.

The hotels is also offering a “Foodie’s Weekend Culinary Journey Package” on select Friday or Saturday nights through May 2017. The package includes two seats at Table—a 20-person community chef’s table experience—a $50 food and beverage credit, and discounted lodging in the Lodge or Aspire Residences.

The Stanley Hotel is a special place to celebrate the holidays. It’s known for its architecture, magnificent setting, and famous visitors.

ESTES PARK The Rock Inn Mountain Tavern hosts an Archer-themed Local’s Night, Dec. 13 from 4 p.m.-midnight featuring food and drink specials for locally-sourced menu items and a live viewing of the Town of Estes Park Board of Trustees meeting. The business is one the most popular with area residents—and visitors—thanks to its reliably good food, and friendly service.

Anyone who follows local politics in the village are likely well aware of a plan to expand a business located on an adjacent property that will have an affect the Rock Inn’s operations. The board meeting will include discussion and a possible vote on the issue. While the event is mostly a gathering of local support for the popular restaurant and night spot, the food and drink specials can’t be overlooked. It will also be a great way to sample some of Estes Park’s locallycrafted food and drink in one place.

Menu items featuring local-sourced items will be half-price and the Rock Inn chefs will be creating dishes with live, organic, hydroponically grown greens from Estes Park’s The Vegetable Peddler. Also, beer from Lumpy Ridge, Rock Cut and Estes Park breweries,

spirits from Elkin’s Distilling and tea by Healthy Be-Attitudes “will be flowing all night.”

Built in 1937 as a dance hall for the Big Band era, “The Rock” continues to be a lively gathering place with local flair. In the winter, its two wood-burning stoves keep the room toasty for folks stopping in for a beer or a bite after playing in Rocky Mountain National Park.

A weekly open bluegrass pick and live music from the region’s top acoustic acts also help keep the town entertained.

The menu is an “ever-evolving blend of hand-crafted, hearty comfort food with a health and planet conscious twist.” It features certified Angus beef, all-natural Colorado chicken, fresh salads, whole grains, organic teas and coffees, local beers, sustainably-produced wines and a full bar.

Although the evening’s theme is based on the adult animated spy comedy Archer, only fake weapons are allowed.

The Rock Inn Mountain Tavern is located at 1675 Hwy. 66 in Estes Park. Visit rockinnestes.com, call 970-586-4116 or e-mail info@rockinnestes.com for more information.

The Stanley Hotel is located at 333 Wonderview Ave. in Estes Park. For information, call 970-577-4110 or visit www.stanleyhotel.com.

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FOOD & DRINK

‘Supper Club’ holds beer pairings, family dinners

Nicholas Bouck hand numbers bottles

Distiller bottles first aged whiskey IDAHO SPRINGS Bouck Brothers Distilling, Clear Creek County’s first legal distillery since prohibition, just bottled its first barrel of aged whiskey—but act fast if you want some.

According to the distillery, the high rye whiskey was aged in three types of oak to give it a distinct “carmelly bourbon goodness.” The high rye bourbon recipe whiskey was made from grain in house and aged in their barrel room.

The small-batch whiskey is aged in small, 30-gallon barrels, so only about 120 bottles are available. Don’t worry if you miss this round, plenty more is on the way.

Visit the tasting room on Saturdays.

Bouck Brothers Distilling is located at 2731 Colorado Blvd. in Idaho Springs. Call 303-567-2547 or visit www.bouckbros.com to learn more.

SUMMIT COUNTY Visit Arapahoe Basin this season for one of its monthly 6th Alley Bar & Grill Supper Club dinners. From multi-course beer and food pairings to family-friendly comfort foods, the ski area has got the cuisine to “kick your weekend off right.”

A-Basin’s 6th Alley Bar & Grill, which underwent a $1 million renovation in summer 2013, is known as its “19th hole,” and a favorite après spot.

At the 6th Alley, “it’s not about making a scene, it’s about seeing your friends and family after a long day on the slopes.”

It’s Fiesta Night, Dec. 16, when the 6th Alley offers a chips and guacamole, salad and Mexican combo plate. Finish dinner with caramel flan and sopaipillas.

There will be bar specials as well. The dinner costs $20 for adults and $10 for kids ages 7-12. Price does not include tax or gratuity.

A Beer Maker’s Dinner with Avery Brewing Company, Jan. 20, 2017 features Chef Chris Rybak and representatives from Avery Brewing for a specially-prepared, five-course beer and food pairing. The event is $55 for adults 21 and older.

Arapahoe Basin called Prime Rib Night, Feb. 17, 2017, “a special one.”

Enjoy a 10-ounce cut of prime rib, along

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with a wedge salad, baked potato and brussels sprouts on the side, and a caramel apple tartlette a la mode for dessert.

Wine and beer specials will be available.

Dinner is $25 for adults and $10 for kids ages 7-12.

A special St. Patrick’s Day Beer Maker’s Dinner with Odell Brewing Company is planned for March 17. Join Chef Rybak and representatives from Odell Brewing Co. for a specially-prepared,

five-course beer and food pairing. The dinner is $55 for adults 21 and older.

The 6th Alley offers a Good Friday Fish Fry, April 14, 2017, as the last event of the season. Celebrate the spring with an all-you-can-eat fish fry. Enjoy chopped salad, fried Haddock, hushpuppies and coleslaw. Finish the evening with a chocolate mousse pie. Draft beer specials will be available. The dinner is $20 for adults and $10 for kids ages 7-12.

Seatings begin at 6:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. depending on the event. Reservations are recommended for each event and required for some. Book online or call the ski area to reserve a spot at the table. The menus for these dinners are set in advance, so staff requests patrons alert them to any dietary restrictions at least 48 hours before the dinner. Prices do not include tax or gratuity and reservations will be charged the full amount at dinner.

Chef Rybak is a Culinary Arts graduate and a Certified Executive Chef. He came to Colorado on vacation during winter 1986 and basically has never left.

In 1986, he started as a Sous Chef at Keystone and opened the Conference Center and the Alpenglow Stube. In 2000, he was honored as “Chef of the Year” from the Colorado Chefs Association and has stayed involved in the Culinary Arts Industry. After many roles at Keystone, the chef moved to Utah as the Food and Beverage Director at Park City Mountain Resort. After missing his daughters and home in Summit County, he moved back to do restaurant consulting all over Colorado. Rybak was easily convinced to come to A-Basin in November 2008, and has loved his position ever since.

The 6th Alley Bar & Grill is open Monday-Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Friday-Sunday from 8 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. during ski season.

Arapahoe Basin is located at 28194 U.S. 6. For more details, call 970468-0718 or visit arapahoebasin.com.

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Celebrate new year on mountainside

ging rights for the year. Aside from the top notch cuisine, guests will enjoy complimentary wine, beer and signature cocktail.

Guests can bid on silent auction items to help support the Winter Park Ski Education Foundation. The Winter Park Ski Education supports disadvantaged athletes who otherwise wouldn’t be able to participate in Competition Center programs, skiing and snowboarding at the highest levels in the country.

SUMMIT COUNTY Ring in 2017 with a special Moonlight Dinner prepared by Arapahoe Basin’s Chef Christopher Rybak in a beautiful mountain setting at the Black Mountain Lodge. Celebrate New Year’s Eve with New York at 10 p.m. with live music, a glass of champagne, party favors and a balloon drop. A classic dinner features seafood appetizers and entrees of beef and lobster.

The classically-trained chef, who also serves as Food and Beverage Director for all on-mountain dining options, gathers inspiration from across the globe, and puts his own “A-Basin” spin on traditional flavors. “I love holding these Moonlight Dinners because they challenge me to evolve my culinary creativity,” Rybak said. Because he focuses on sourcing local and sustainable ingredients, menus are flexible and subject to change.

Guests must take a lift to the event and are not permitted to snowshoe before or after dinner. Tickets are $110 per person.

A cash bar will be available.

Winter Park Resort is located at 85 Parsenn Road. Call 970-726-5514 or visit www.winterparkresort.com for more information and tickets.

Arapahoe Basin Ski Area is located at 28194 U.S. 6 in Summit County.

Visit www.arapahoebasin.com or call 970-468-0718 to learn more.

Restaurants compete for excellence WINTER PARK Join Winter Park Ski Resort for the 34th annual Chef’s Cup, Dec. 3 from 7-11 p.m. at the West Portal Station. This culinary event is supported by Grand County’s finest restaurants as they compete for gourmet excellence in six categories including appetizer, entrée, desert, creativity, presentation and people’s choice. This year’s theme is “Fire & Ice.” Grand County’s finest restaurants will donate their time and talent in preparing food for 400 plus guests to taste and vote for the overall favorite gourmet creations in each category.

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FOOD & DRINK Tour showcases town’s ‘taverns’

changes over the years. It continues to be tasting room. Its carefully-curated drink popular stop for both food and drink and menu features a variety of libations made creates 12 varieties of beer as well as root with their hand-crafted, high-proof, Colo- beer on site.

Designated host hotels have a shuttle to rado whisky.

Lumpy Ridge Brewing opened in Estes the event and back. Each host hotel has Park last year in a re-purposed gas station. special offers including lodging reservaIt was the town’s first new brewery in 20 tion discounts and a complimentary gift years when it opened and now boasts rotat- for each reservation. Participating hotels include The ing taps of niche Lodge at Mary’s brews created by Lake, Brynwood passionate brewon the River, ers. Its mission Deer Crest Reis to “brew, dissort, Estes Park tribute and serve Condos and Esdelicious beer in tes Park Resort. an inspired place Tickets for the where guests will Tinsel Tavern want to return to Tour are $50 again and again.” and include a The Dancing Pines Distillery, Elkins Distilling Company recently began making w r i s t - w a r m e r and headband, based in Love- hand-crafted whisky in Estes Park.

Photo by Jeffrey V. Smith free first drink land, offers its spirits at an Estes Park tasting room. The at each stop, chance to win prizes at each distillery creates small-batch spirits in its stop, costume contest, grand prize and artisan copper pot still from the finest ingre- free shuttle from hotels to all taverns and dients. Every step is tediously performed by back to hotels.

Ticket buyers and attendees must be 21 an artisan with passion for the craft.

Rock Cut Brewing is another new or older and present valid ID at entrance. brewery created by a pair of local brewers By purchasing tickets, buyer certifies they who “take great personal pride” in their are old enough to participate. Refunds will beers and the “bright, comfortable sur- not be granted if attendee cannot present roundings” of the tap room. The brewing valid state-issued ID at event entrance. equipment, which can be seen from the bar, is brand new and state of the art.

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FOOD & DRINK CALENDAR • Upslope Brewing Beer Tasting – Peak Wine & Spirits (NED) • Mexican Buffet – The Other Side Restaurant (EP) • “Snowball” Dine & Dance Celebration w/Mountain Town Rockers – YMCA of the Rockies (EP) December 16-17 • Table: Wine Dinner w/Chef Vince Vigil of The Stanley Hotel – Stanley Hotel (EP) December 17 • Prosecco Tasting – Mid County Liquors (RV) • Faith & Grief Brunch – CCCIA Hall (CCC) December 18 • Denver Football Kickoff Buffet – Historic Park Theater (EP) • Community Vegan Potluck – Estes Valley Library (EP) • Ginger Bread House & Cookie Making – Stanley Hotel (EP) December 19 • Lovin’ Cup Community Kitchen – Deli @ 8236’ (NED) December 21 • Community Cupboard Food Bank – The Old Gallery (AP) December 22 • Cookie Exchange – Very Nice Brewing (NED) December 23 • Wine Tasting – Peak Wine & Spirits (NED) • Community Dinner – Rocky Mountain Church (EP) December 25 • Christmas Day Brunch – Stanley Hotel (EP) • Vegan Christmas Buffet – Dao House (EP) • Denver Football Kickoff Buffet – Historic Park Theater (EP) December 29 • Nederland Food Pantry – Nederland Community Center (NED) December 31 • Moonlight Dinner Series: New Years Eve – Arapahoe Basin (SC)

January 1 • Denver Football Kickoff Buffet – Historic Park Theater (EP) WEEKLY FOOD Sunday • Service Industry Sunday – Stage Stop (RV) • Sunday Brunch – Coal Creek Coffee (CCC) • Chicken Stir Fry Special – Pioneer Inn (NED) • Brunch & Bloody Mary Bar – Oskar Blues (LY) • Brunch – Lyons Fork (LY) • Funday Specials – Pizza Bar 66 (EP) • Soup Sunday – Fajita Rita’s (EP) • Brunch – Sweet Basilico (EP) • Champagne Brunch – The Other Side Restaurant (EP) • Brunch Buffet w/Amanda Valley – Waterfront Grille @ Estes Park Resort (EP)

Monday • Charity Night – Lucha Cantina (GT) • Pastor’s Pantry Food Distribution – Whispering Pines

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• $2 Tuesday: Beer, Tacos, Chips & Salsa – Ax & Oar (LY) • Tuesday Soup Day – Wheel Bar (EP) • Tequila Tuesday – Fajita Rita’s (EP) Wednesday • $2.25 Pint Night – Dostal Alley Brewpub & Casino (CC) • Senior Celebration: Half-Off Food – Mid City Grill/ Century Casino (CC)

• Burger Madness – Sundance Café (NED) • Nederland Area Seniors Lunch – Nederland Community Center (NED)

• Pastor’s Pantry Food Distribution – Whispering Pines Church (CCC)

• Whiskey Wednesday – Pizza Bar 66 (LY) Thursday • Senior Celebration: Half-Off Food – Mid City Grill/ Century Casino (CC)

• Thursday Lunch Bunch – Highlands Presbyterian Center (AP) • Farmers Market – Bond Park (EP) • Ladies Night – Longians Saloon (EP) Friday • All You Can Eat Taco Night – Elks Lodge (IS) • Chef’s Specials – Stage Stop (RV) • Ribeye Steak Special – Pioneer Inn (NED) • Pastor’s Pantry Food Distribution – Whispering Pines Church (CCC)

• Seafood & Prime Rib Buffet – Nicky’s Steakhouse (EP) • Community Corner Café – Shepherd of the Mountain Lutheran Church (EP)

• Fajita Friday – Fajita Rita’s (EP) • Festive Fridays – Kind Coffee (EP) Saturday • Dinner Specials – Da Rivuh Fish & BBQ Company (IS) • Chef’s Specials – Stage Stop (RV) • Ribeye Steak Special – Pioneer Inn (NED) • Food Pantry – Nederland Community Center (NED) • Brunch – Lyons Fork (LY) • Sangria Saturday – Fajita Rita’s (EP) • Prime Rib Dinner Special – Other Side Restaurant (EP) AP = Allenspark BC = Boulder County BH = Black Hawk CC = Central City CCC= Coal Creek Canyon EM = Empire EP = Estes Park GC = Gilpin County GRC = Grand County GGC = Golden Gate Canyon GH = Gold Hill GT = Georgetown IS = Idaho Springs

JT = Jamestown LC = Larimer County LV = Loveland LY = Lyons NED = Nederland RV = Rollinsville SA = Salina SMG = St. Mary’s Glacier SP = Silver Plume SC = Summit County WD = Ward WP = Winter Park

Church (CCC)

• Maggie’s Marvelous Meatloaf Special – Pioneer Inn (NED) • Nederland Area Seniors Lunch – Nederland Community Center (NED)

• Margarita Mondays (Drink & Pizza Specials) – Rock Creek Tavern Pizzeria (AP)

• Family Style Spaghetti & Meatballs – Lyons Fork (LY) • Margarita Monday – Fajita Rita’s (EP) Tuesday • Taco Tuesday – Salto Coffee Works (NED)

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Festivals/Special Events December 3 • Drop & Shop Fundraiser – Wee Creekers (CCC) • Wee Winter Fest: A Celebration of Tiny Homes – Riverbend (LY)

• Who-bilation – Estes Park Mountain Shop (EP) December 10 • Free Pet Micro Chipping and Low Cost Vaccinations – Gilpin Fairgrounds Exhibit Barn (GC) December 16 • Festive Fridays at the Library: Centennial Memorabilia Tour – Estes Valley Library (EP) Game Nights December 10 • Game Night – CCCIA Hall (CCC) December 14 • Euchre Night – Very Nice Brewing (NED) December 15 • Pinball Tournament – Lyons Classic Pinball (LY) December 28 • Minecrafternoon – John Tomay Memorial Library (GT) • Euchre Night – Very Nice Brewing (NED) December 30 • Minecrafternoon – Idaho Springs Library (IS) Health/Wellbeing December 1-4 • Inner Power Yoga Immersion: Moon – Tadasana Mountain Yoga (NED)

December 6 • Stillness Meditation to Improve Inner Peace & Health – Estes Valley Library (EP) December 9 • Partner Yoga Workshop – Estes Park Yoga (EP) December 9-11 • Family Yoga Weekend – Shoshoni Yoga Retreat (RV) December 11 • Journey to the Divine Feminine Within : A Course for Women – Estes Park Yoga (EP) December 13 • Full Moon Meditation – The StarHouse (GH) December 14 • Gentle Stress Reduction Yoga Free Community Class – Namaste Lyons (LY) December 16 • Sound Healing: Tibetan Singing Bowls – Estes

MOUNTAIN CULTURE – high-country living and activities Casino spa provides luxurious setting for relaxation

sages, scrubs, facials, pedicures and manicures. Its hot tubs,

By Jeffrey V. Smith saunas and steam rooms, however, really set this place apart, CENTRAL CITY elax, restore and rejuvenate. It’s an admirable—and and make it the perfect refuge for relaxation. healthy—goal, but difficult to obtain in everyday life. The spa’s “splash at ara” hydro-experience includes a steam, Even when given the opportunity, many people find ways sauna, Swiss shower and pool circuit to stimulate circulation and provide deep muscle relaxation. It to avoid stress reduction comes complimentary with any 30-minand maintain their unbalute, or longer, service and day passes are anced, hectic lives. It’s available independently for $50. The opnot easy to find the time, portunity to warm-up, unwind and start or place, to successfulthe relaxation process prior to a massage ly pamper and indulge or other body work is inyourself. For mountain valuable, and being able to residents, it can be even hang out in a hot tub after more difficult to get to a treatment is simply luxua relaxation destination. rious. Even without any An escape, however, is added services, spending easier than one might an entire day—or just an think. hour—utilizing these first The ara Spa at the rate facilities goes a long Ameristar Black Hawk way toward providing reoffers a respite from evlief from muscle tension eryday life and easily The ara Spa provides a soothing environment and finding head to toe allows patrons to “expeto experience its menu of services. A co-ed bliss. It’s also the perfect rience balance, harmony lounge, right, offers light food and wine. way to get warm to the and relaxation.” The luxurious full-service day spa is more indicative of facilities found core and refresh muscles following a day on the snowy slopes. in Aspen, Vail or Cherry Creek, then those in Gilpin County. A soothing design highlighting stylish glass, tile, furnishings The 7,000-square-foot facility features six treatment rooms and and water features has an exclusive, yet welcoming feel and a menu of services including innovative spa experiences “to en- further assists in the relaxation process. The calming, peaceful lighten your mind and body” and traditional services like masContinued on page 12

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Park Yoga (EP)

December 17 • StarHouse Winter Solstice – The StarHouse (GH) • Dao Yin Daoist Yoga w/Wu Dang Chen – Dao House (EP)

December 18 • Hike & Ritual: “How to Plan for New Year’s Blessings” – The StarHouse (GH) December 20 • Reading is Doctor Recommended: “Foods That Fight Pain” – Estes Valley Library (EP) December 28 • Free Hearing Screening/Hearing Aid Servicing – Estes Valley Library (EP)

December 31 • Deeper Dances of Universal Peace – The StarHouse (GH)

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CHAIRLIFT SPEED DATING

Visit Loveland Ski Area, Dec. 10 as LuvByrd, the online dating site for outdoor enthusiasts, hosts a chairlift speed dating event.

Signup, put on your best ski outfit, and grab a name tag as you take chairlift rides with other singles. This is a great opportunity to meet like-minded skiers and snowboarders. skiloveland.com • luvbyrd.com

HIKE WITH A SHELTER DOG

Clear Creek Recreation and Charlie’s Place Animal Shelter are teaming up to offer Hike with a Shelter Dog the 3rd Monday of each month at 10 a.m. Hikes (with snowshoes if necessary in winter months) will leave from Charlie’s Place Animal Shelter, 500 W. Dumont Rd, Dumont at 10:00am. Cost is free but sign up in advance. charliesplaceshelter.org • 303-679-2477

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FIRST DAY STATE PARK HIKE

Golden Gate Canyon State Park, 92 Crawford Gulch Road in Gilpin County, celebrates the New Year with an all-ages guided First Day Hike, Jan. 1, 2017 from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Refreshments will be served afterward. Meet at the Visitor Center and hike the Mountain Lion Trail from the Nott Creek Parking lot. cpw.state.co.us • 303-582-3707

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MOUNTAIN CULTURE Local travel agent focuses on beach vacations, all-inclusive cruises

By Jennifer Pund GILPIN COUNTY erri Aungst believes rich memories create a rich life and travel is how to make these memories. The Gilpin County-based travel agent and her business Beaches Etc specializes in beach destinations around the world and all-inclusive cruises, which are the perfect cure for cabin fever and Colorado’s winter or the answer for a romantic or family get-away.

Beaches Etc is the culmination of Aungst’s 25 years in the travel industry.

When she was younger, she didn’t know what she wanted to do, but travel seemed to come naturally. “I didn’t really know back then what I was going to do. [My husband] Ed said to go back to school, so I looked at the courses offered and said Travel and Tourism looks interesting.

That was it. I was hooked for the rest of my life,” she explained. “I love my job and my life and where it has taken me.

I’ve seen and experienced what most people would consider a dream to do. When you find your passion in life, it’s not work, you enjoy what you do. I love what I do and have to share it.”

The travel agent is a “Certified Specialist” in many resorts and hotels, cruise lines and tourism boards throughout the Caribbean, Hawaii and Mexico and encourages travelers to use a travel agent to help think through the entire trip to guarantee a relaxing adventure. She agrees that anyone

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can book their own travel, but the big online travel agencies haven’t been there, and she has.

“I have explored most of all the beach destinations in Mexico including Acapulco, Huatulco, Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo, Puerto Vallarta, Riviera Nayarit, Mazatlán, and Cabo San Lucas on the Pacific side. I have been many times to Cancun, Riviera Maya, Cozumel and Isla Mujeres on the Caribbean side. I would like to go to Manzanillo… to complete all the beach destinations,” she said.

In The Hawaiian islands, I have been to Oahu, Maui, Lanai, the big Island of Hawaii. Kauai is awesome. We did a helicopter ride over the Napali Coast. That was awe inspiring and amazing. The only island I haven’t been to yet, is Molokai.

The Caribbean Islands are many, but I still have time to explore more. I have been to the Islands of Curacao, Barbados, The Bahamas, Jamaica and Grand Cayman about five times.”

Aungst likes to assist in arranging whole vacations and warns that now is the best time to plan a winter get away. She says to do some basic research and know a few specifics about the chosen destination and then give her a call. “Narrow down where you want to go, where you want to stay,

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Escape the cold Colorado winter with a tropical vacation or allinclusive cruise arranged by Gilpin County-based Beaches Etc.

and what you want to do. Do you know how much it’s going to cost?

There is so much more travel information on the internet available, with so many things being offered it can be overwhelming. Call me and I can help you book the best vacation for you and your family.

With no worries and no stress. I’m here and available,” she says. “Now is the time to get those winter vacations [booked]. If not, you will find that most are sold out when you finally decide to do it.”

Working with reservation systems the public can’t access, she can ensure the best travel deals, vacation discounts or small cruise specials that most can’t access. “Make sure you don’t get scammed on that ‘too good to be true’ travel deal.

I book with reputable companies like Exclusive Group Travel, Sandals and Beaches Resorts, Funjet Vacations, Travel Impressions, Pleasant Holidays, United Vacations, Apple, and many others like Southwest Vacations, that can only be booked through a travel agent,” she said.

“I compare prices and promotions with them to make sure you do get the best

Car photo courtesy Beaches Etc. Beach photo by Jeffrey V. Smith

deal. But, when you book it with Beaches Etc, you will get extra security knowing you cannot be bumped from your hotel room or suite or cabin for your cruise.”

She says that booking through a travel agent allows her to do the detailed thinking for you based on her experience and knowledge of your destination.

“I go on many business trips called familiarization trips. It’s where we get to see and experience many different things in the destinations, like hotel site inspections, that show us all the options available to our clients,” she said. “Sometimes adventures and excursions included like whale watching, tequila tasting or zip lining was a blast.

We also get to experience the local cuisine in great restaurants in these destinations.

So we get to learn and share all these great tips and things to see with our clients so they have the best vacation.”

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The first Poma lift in the United State was built at Arapahoe Basin in 1953.

Arapahoe Basin turns 70 SUMMIT COUNTY Arapahoe Basin Ski Area is 70 years old and a weekend-long party, Dec. 9-11, will celebrate the milestone. Since it was “born” in December of 1946, the ski area is offering $19 child and $46 adult day lift tickets all weekend. Look for birthday cake, live music and a special birthday party in the 6th Alley Bar & Grill, too.

Rangers and friends from the White River National Forest will be joining in the celebration, Dec. 10, to recognize the 70-year partnership and 125th anniversary of the forest. Smokey Bear will swear in Junior Rangers and a photo booth will be available. Ski with a Ranger and learn about the National Forest during the day.

Return to the ski area, Dec. 17, for the free Winter Rail Jam and Demo Day with Gilson Snowboards and Weston Snowboards in the Terrain Park.

Arapahoe Basin opened to the public with one, mid-mountain rope tow that skiers reached in an Army weapons carrier pulled by a four-wheel drive vehicle. A-Basin’s first chairlifts, installed in 1947, were the first post-war chairlifts ordered in Colorado.

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skiable terrain in North America. Half of the mountain is above timberline with open bowl skiing and snowboarding through spring and into early summer. One of its signature runs, Pallavicini, is one of Colorado’s longest and steepest trails.

A-Basin maintains its status in Colorado as “The Legend,” with 70 years of vibrant history. Known for its long seasons laidback vibe and pristine variety of terrain, it moves forward with improvements to its infrastructure without sacrificing what has made it legendary over the decades. The anniversary will continue throughout the season.

Arapahoe Basin Ski Area is located at 28194 U.S. 6 in Summit County.

Visit www.arapahoebasin.com or call 970-468-0718 to learn more.

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Mountain-based spa perfect relaxation destination for area residents Continued from page 9

environment carries over from the front lobby, through the changing rooms, hot tub areas and lounge, and into the treatment rooms. All guests are provided a large locker, soft robe, towels and sandals.

While there are separate saunas, hot tubs and steam rooms for men and women, a co-ed lounge provides a place to meet your partner or await a treatment. A fireplace, snacks, water and tea are available as well as a light food and wine menu.

Some of the unique menu items offered at ara Spa include services like the “Dream Weaver” where a gentle stream of warmed oil flows over the forehead and nourishes hair while receiving a scalp massage. The “Rocky Mountain Ritual” is designed to rebalance the body with a special highaltitude moisture treatment, complete with a full body exfoliation and hydrating mini massage application. There are hot rock, aroma and even prenatal treatments as well as upgrades like couples massages and hydrating treatments. Facials, wraps, soaks, special manicures and pedicures as well as other treatments are also available.

The spa also offers patrons a way to create a custom half- or full-day spa experience. Choose three or more 50-minute or longer spa treatments and take 10 percent off the whole package.

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with an overnight stay in the Ameristar ho- Several specials to take advantage of the tel for an even more extravagant experience, spa and its services are available throughand to maximize the potential for relaxation. out the winter. The “Ara Spa Seasonal Massage Treat The hotel is ment” includes rated among the a soothing masnation’s elite lodgsage with a seaing facilities and sonal Warming earned the presWinter Massage tigious American Oil. The cinnaAutomobile Assomon, ginger, and ciation Four Diaorange essential mond designation. oils provide therAll rooms feature apy from the eleluxury furnishments of winter. ings, top-of-theThe massage is line mattresses, paired with aroluxurious linens, ma-infused moist HD flat screen heat therapy televisions, double mitts and booties, vanities, separate and finished with tubs and showers, a warm cup of and premium bath cinnamon tea to products. Wireimmerse patrons less high-speed into the scents of internet access is the season. also offered.

The rooftop pool and hot tubs are available Additional hotel Hotel guests to hotel guests. and spa specials also have access Photo courtesy Ameristar Black Hawk include the “Mid to a fitness center, complete with state-of-the-art cardio- Week Spa Getaway” starting at $354. Envascular and strength-training machine, joy a two-night stay Sunday-Thursday in a 24 hours a day as well as the rooftop pool deluxe room, $100 spa credit, $50 food and beverage credit valid at any of the casino’s and hot tubs until 11 p.m.

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four restaurants.

The “Couples Massage Package” starts at $429 midweek and $679 on weekends.

Retreat with a loved one and experience duel decadence. The package includes a two-night stay in a deluxe room, 50-minute couples massage and $75 food and beverage credit. Share a blissful experience where our therapists will utilize a variety of modalities ensuring a customized treatment for both.

Live in luxury with the “Spa Suite Package,” which starts at $579 midweek and $1,019 on weekends. Be embraced by the luxurious linens, spa tub and panoramic views for a truly memorable experience.

Enjoy a $200 spa credit, followed by dining at one of the restaurants with a $75 food and beverage credit.

Keep the ara Spa in mind during the holiday gift-giving season. There’s no greater gift than that of pampering, relaxation and wellness. A surprise getaway that’s close to home is a great way to surprise a loved one while gift certificates are perfect for friends, family members, business associates or teachers.

The Ameristar Black Hawk is located at 111 Richman St. Visit ameristar.com/ black-hawk or call 720-946-4000 for more information.

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Ugly sweaters, elf costumes take over slopes NEDERLAND Eldora Mountain Resort hosts its 3rd Annual Ugly Sweater or Elf Costume Contest, Dec. 24. Break out your best ugly sweater or find an elf costume and join other holiday enthusiasts for a group photo. End the day with a party on the deck featuring live music, and food and drink specials in the bar. Prizes are awarded for the best ugly sweaters and elf costumes.

Eldora Mountain Resort is located at 2861 Eldora Ski Road in Nederland.

For more information, visit www. eldora.com or call 303-440-8700.

make sure you have all your documents needed and names and everything is correct. Do you know the company or people you’re giving your credit card and personal information to? Did you make sure you booked everything? Do you need a passport? Visa? Did you book the hotel for the right dates? How about the car in Hawaii for the extra day since your flight leaves at midnight? Are you missing something? Not sure of the hotel or resort you’re staying in? Don’t rely on those reviews you read. Not all are honest. This is what I do for a living, this is my life and my passion,” she explained.

“So, relax on your vacation. It’s my job to take care of it all and you get to enjoy and indulge.”

Aungst’s love of life, desire to travel and dedication for helping others see the world and giving them the chance to create rich memories for themselves, has become even stronger in recent years due to a series of health issues.

A diabetic since 22, Aungst has had four stints, and most recently, an implantable cardioverter-defibrillator sugically implanted in her heart to detect any lifethreatening rapid heartbeats. “I’ve never had any shocks and I don’t ever want to feel them either. [My doctor] said it will knock me on my ass and hurt like hell,” she explained. “Some would say I have had a hard life and been through a lot of shit, but I don’t see it that way. I feel I

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Holiday Events December 2 • Central City Lighting of the Tree – Main Street (CC) • Nederland Tree Lighting Ceremony – Town Hall (NED) • Holiday First Friday – Salto Coffee Works (NED) • Holiday Party & Meet-the-Artists First Friday – Aspen &

• 42nd Annual Lyons Holiday Craft Bazaar – Lyons

December 2-3 • Oratorio Society of Estes Park’s Christmas Concert w/ Ballet Renaissance – Estes Park High School (EP) • Holiday Book Sale – Estes Valley Library (EP) December 2-4 • Santa’s North Pole Adventure, Santa’s Lighted Forest Train – Georgetown Loop Railroad (GT) December 2-January 8 • Celebrating the Season: 14th Annual Holiday Art Exhibition & Sale – Cultural Arts Council of Estes Park (EP) December 3 • Visit from Santa – John Tomay Memorial Library (GT) • Wreath Making & Kid’s Crafts – Golden Gate Grange (GGC) • Tree Cut & Holiday Open House – Golden Gate Canyon

December 7 • Estes Valley Model Railroaders: Holiday Celebration –

Evergreen Gallery (EP)

State Park (GC)

• EAT Well for the Holidays – CCCIA Hall (CCC) • Hilltop Guild Holiday Party – Kelley House (AP) • Lyons Holiday Parade of Lights & Fireworks – Main Street (LY)

• Quota Club’s Holiday Home Tour – Various Locations (EP) • Estes Valley Model Railroaders Present “Bells & Whistles” – Estes Park Museum (EP) December 3-4 • Santa’s Lighted Forest Train, Santa’s North Pole Adventure Train Ride – Georgetown Loop Railroad (GT) • 56th Georgetown Christmas Market – Sixth Street (GT) • Tommyknocker Holiday Gift Bazaar – Teller House (CC) • Holiday Mountain Market – Nederland Community Center (NED)

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still have along life ahead and I’m going at home, being from Michigan and the to enjoy it,” she said. “I want to travel backwoods. Our black lab, Shadow, loves and see more of this awesome world we to run in the woods and has a blast up here live in and experience what it has to of- with space to play. We all love the snow, fer. I just have to make sure I have all my so it’s exciting each time storms come in.”

Sign up for insulin, sythe Beaches ringes, heart Etc Footmeds, blood prints Newssugar tester letter, foland heart lower her blood presBeachy Blog sure cuff or just look and keep for the “fun, track of all beachy car in this while the woods,” we’re travand say hello eling with the next time diet and exyou see it. “I ercise.” look forward Aungst to meeting and her husEd and Kerri Aungst traveling in Bali, Indonesia new clients band relocated to Gilpin County for her health, and and friends in the mountains. Let’s talk to escape the chaos of living near the air- travel. Call me with your favorite vacations port. “[There were] planes from DIA al- or tips in travel,” she said. ways flying over, traffic helicopters morn- As the Arctic cold moves in and snow ing and night, dogs barking, car alarms begins to cover the mountains, start going off all the time and [we could hear] thinking about your next beach vacation the neighbors arguing. We had enough. or cruise, and get in touch with Aungst We were right between I-25 and Boulder for an experienced, personal touch from turnpike, the air and water quality was a mountain local. terrible as well,” she said. “Since moving up here, even all my doctors and cardioloThe learn more, or book a vacation, egists agree that the mountains are good for mail info@beachesetc.com, call 303me, and my health. I have less stress and 582-3622 or visit beachesetc.com. it shows. We love it up here and Ed feels

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December 3-25 • Lyons Lights – Sandstone Park (LY) December 6 • A Crossroads Christmas VIII – Cultural Arts Council of Estes Park (EP)

Estes Valley Library (EP)

December 10 • Noel A La Carte/Christmas at Hamill House – Hamill House Museum & Hotel de Paris (GT) • Visit from Santa – Idaho Springs Library (IS) • Winter Arts Festival – Gilpin Recreation Center (GC) • Santa Visit – CCCIA Hall (CCC) • Holiday Party & Open House – Glass Tipi Gallery (WD) • Jamestown Artists & Musicians Arts & Crafts Fair – Town Hall (JT)

December 10-11 • 56th Georgetown Christmas Market – Sixth Street (GT) • Santa’s North Pole Adventure Train Ride – Georgetown Loop Railroad (GT)

• Cookies, Sleigh Rides and Pictures with Santa – Peaceful Valley Resort (AP)

December 11 • Pancake Breakfast and Jeffco Foster Kids Gift Drive & Wrapping Party – Golden Gate Grange (GGC) December 12 • Gold Hill Town Meeting Holiday Social – Community Center (GH)

December 17 • Noel A La Carte/Christmas at Hamill House – Hamill House Museum & Hotel de Paris (GT)

December 17-18 • Santa Visits the Village – Winter Park Resort (WP)

December 20 • Christmas Craft Day – Idaho Springs Library (IS) December 25 • Christmas Eve Torchlight Parade – Winter Park Resort (WP) December 31 • New Year’s Eve Party – Peaceful Valley Resort (AP) Meetings/Clubs/Groups December 1 • Clear Creek County Veterans Coalition – Idaho Springs Elks Lodge (IS)

• Coffee with Gilpin County Commissioners: Broadband – Gilpin Recreation Center (GC)

• The Environmental Group – CCCIA Hall (CCC) • Gold Hill Historic Zoning Public Meeting – Community Center (GH)

December 5 • Ward Town Meeting – Town Hall (WD) • Jamestown Board of Trustees – Town Hall (JT) • Lyons Board of Trustees – Town Hall (LY) December 6 • Reception for Gilpin County CSU Extension Director Irene Shonle – Old Gilpin Courthouse (CC) • Nederland Board of Trustees – Nederland Community Center (NED)

• Mayor’s Chat – Big Horn Restaurant (EP) • Estes Valley Model Railroaders: Holiday Celebration – Estes Valley Library (EP)

December 8 • Upper Clear Creek Watershed Association – Town Hall (IS) • Gilpin County Library Board of Trustees, Friends of the Gilpin County Library – Gilpin Public Library (GC) • Estes Park Equestrian Club – Estes Valley Library (EP) • EPNRC Lunch & Learn Roundtable Discussion: Yearend Donor Engagement – Estes Valley Library (EP)

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December 10 • Gilpin Historical Society Annual Business Meeting – Stroehle House (BH)

December 12 • Silver Plume Town Board – Town Hall (SP) • Mountain MidLife Conversation Café – Nederland Community Center (NED)

• Gold Hill Town Meeting Holiday Social – Community Center (GH)

December 13 • Spanish Group – John Tomay Memorial Library (GT) • Georgetown Board of Selectmen – Town Hall (GT) • District Library Board – Idaho Springs Library (IS) December 14 • Clear Creek Fire Authority Board of Directors – CCFA Station One (DU)

• Idaho Springs Chamber of Commerce Mixer – Majestic Building (IS)

• Commissioner Donnelly Citizen Meeting – Senior Center (EP) • Hydrology Study Public Meeting – Town Hall (EP) December 15 • Commerce & Arts After Hours – Lumpy Ridge Brewery (EP) December 17 • Open House Estes Valley Astronomical Society Meeting – Estes Park Memorial Observatory (EP) December 19 • Lyons Board of Trustees – Town Hall (LY) December 20 • Lyons Regional Library District Board of Trustees – Lyons Regional Library (LY)

December 21 • Nederland Library Foundation Board Meeting – Nederland Community Library (NED)

• Nederland Downtown Development Authority – Nederland Community Center (NED)

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December 27 • Georgetown Board of Selectmen – Town Hall (GT) December 28 • Nederland Library District Board Meeting – Nederland Community Library (NED)

January 2 • Ward Town Meeting – Town Hall (WD) • Lyons Board of Trustees – Town Hall (LY) Sports/Recreation December 1 • Outdoor Divas Demo Days – Loveland Ski Area (GT) December 3-4 • Never Summer Snowboard & Icelantic Skis Demo –

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December 6 • “What Does Culture Have to Do with Climate Change? Lessons for Resilience from a Tropical Island” w/Heather Lazrus, PhD – Nederland Community Library (NED)

December 7 • Tech Café – Estes Valley Library (EP) December 8 • Overcoming Tobacco Addiction – Jacob House (IS) • Overcoming Tobacco Addiction – Gilpin County Public Health (GC)

• Homesteader Class – CCCIA Hall (CCC) December 12 • Logo Design w/Inkscape – Estes Valley Library (EP) December 29 • Nature Detectives: Ptarmigans Pteach about Camouflage – Heil Valley Ranch Open Space (LY) December 10-11 • Open House & Movie: “The Christmas Gift” –

Arapahoe Basin (SC)

• ON3P Skis Demo Day – Loveland Ski Area (GT) • Demo Days – Winter Park Resort (WP) • Rando Return Race Hosted w/Cosmic Ski – Eldora Mountain Resort (NED)

Georgetown Heritage Center (GT)

December 8 • Oskar Blues & 95.7FM The Party’s Ski Hooky Days –

December 22 • CSU Master Gardeners Class: Harison’s Rose –

Loveland Ski Area (GT)

December 9-11 • A-Basin turns 70 Celebration – Arapahoe Basin (SC) December 10 • LuvByrd Chairlift Dating – Loveland Ski Area (GT) • Mountain MidLife Hike – Nederland Community Center (NED) • Outdoor Divas Women’s Program Sampler – Eldora Mountain Resort (NED)

• Wildlife & Winter Hike – Heil Valley Ranch Open Space (LY) December 10-11 • Ski/Board Demo Days – Eldora Mountain Resort (NED) December 11 • Bent Gate Mountaineering Demo Day – Loveland Ski Area (GT) December 13 • Rise & Shine Rando Series (2 of 4) – Arapahoe Basin (SC) • Full Moon Hike to St. Mary’s Glacier – Silver Lake Lodge (SMG) • CCMRD Snowshoe Club: Matthews/Winters Park – Sampler Mill Recreation Center (IS)

Georgetown Heritage Center (GT)

• Overcoming Tobacco Addiction – Jacob House (IS) • Overcoming Tobacco Addiction – Gilpin County Public Health (GC)

January 3 • Basic Life Support Class, Heartsavers CPR Class – Estes Park Medical Center (EP)

WEEKLY EVENTS Festivals/Special Events Friday • Date Night – Carousel of Happiness (NED) • Festive Fridays: Shop Local Festivities – Various Locations (EP)

Saturday • Community Clothing Closet – Nederland Community Center (NED)

Monday • Fun Chess w/Aaron Caplan – Lyons Regional Library (LY) • Estes Park Duplicate Bridge Club – United Methodist

December 16 • BIGfoot Hikers – Nederland Community Center (NED) December 16-18 • Ice Skating Lessons – Winter Park Resort (WP) December 17 • Winter Rail Jam & Demo Day – Arapahoe Basin (SC) • Opening Day – Ski Granby Ranch (GC) December 17-18 • Break the Ice Weekend – Snow Mountain Ranch (GC) • SoGnar Snowboard Camp Tour – Loveland Ski Area (GT) December 18 • Bomber Alpine Snowboard Outfitters Demo Day –

Wednesday • Trivia Night – Alpine Restaurant & Bar (GT) Thursday • Poker Night – Ax & Oar (LY) Friday • Match 12 Friday Night Dice – Famous Bonanza Casino (CC) • Estes Park Duplicate Bridge Club – United Methodist

Church (EP)

Church (EP)

Loveland Ski Area (GT)

Health/Wellbeing Sunday • Hatha Yoga w/Laura Grygiel – The Yoga Room (IS) • Sunday Community Yoga, Parent & Tot Yoga – Shoshoni

– The StarHouse (GH)

• Restorative Flow, Sacred Sound Vinyasa, Slow Flow –

• Hike & Ritual: “How to Plan for New Year’s Blessings” December 19 • Hike with a Shelter Dog – Charlie’s Place (DU) December 24 • 3rd Annual Ugly Sweater & Best Elf Costume Contest – Eldora Mountain Resort (NED)

December 24-25 • Santa on the Snow – Eldora Mountain Resort (NED) December 29 • CCMRD Snowshoe Club: Squaw Mountain – Sampler Mill Recreation Center (IS)

January 1 • First Day Hike – Golden Gate Canyon State Park (GC) January 2-3 • FIS U GS Race/Rocky Central GS Qualifier – Eldora Talks/Tours/Workshops/Classes December 1 • Basic Life Support Class, Heartsavers CPR Class – Estes Park Medical Center (EP)

December 2 • Party at the Technology Zoo – Estes Valley Library (EP) December 3 • Schoolhouse Tours – Georgetown Heritage Center (GT) December 3-4 • Open House & Movie: “The Christmas Gift” – Georgetown Heritage Center (GT)

Yoga Retreat (RV)

Tadasana Mountain Yoga (NED)

• Nia – Mayama Movement Studio (LY) • Master Chen Sermon on Daoism, Community Tai Chi, Qigong Instruction, Community Acupuncture – Dao House (EP)

Monday • Beginning Yoga, Continuing Yoga – Sampler Mill Recreation Center (IS)

• Vinyasa Yoga – The Yoga Room (IS) • Hatha Yoga – Gilpin Community Center (GC) • Yoga – Golden Gate Grange (GGC) • Gentle Yoga, Yoga – CCCIA Hall (CCC) • Zazen Meditation, Restorative Flow, PIYO Fitness, Mountain Flow, Ashtanga Yoga – Tadasana Mountain Yoga (NED)

Mountain Resort (NED)

• Yoga – Salida Schoolhouse (SA) • Tai Chi, Intermediate Yoga – The Old Gallery (AP) • Nia – Mayama Movement Studio (LY) • Gentle Stress-Reduction Yoga – Namaste Lyons (LY) Tuesday • Vinyasa Yoga – The Yoga Room (IS) • Nia – Sampler Mill Recreation Center (IS) • Tai Chi Class – CCCIA Hall (CCC) • Vinyasa Flow, Mountain Flow, Vinyasa Flow, Candlelight Restorative – Tadasana Mountain Yoga (NED) • Beginner/Gentle Yoga, Tai Chi – The Old Gallery (AP) • Flow & Strengthening Yoga – Mayama Movement Studio (LY) • Gentle Stress-Reduction Yoga, Slow Flow Vinyasa – Namaste Lyons (LY)

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Recreation Center (IS)

• Vinyasa Yoga – The Yoga Room (IS) • Yoga – Golden Gate Grange (GGC) • Tai Chi Class – CCCIA Hall (CCC) • Slow Flow, Mountain Flow, Power Vinyasa, Yin Yoga – Tadasana Mountain Yoga (NED)

• Tai Chi – The Old Gallery (AP) • Adult Tai Chi, Nia – Mayama Movement Studio (LY) • Ashtanga Yoga, Yoga for Low Back, Gentle StressReduction Yoga – Namaste Lyons (LY) • Estes Outreach: Chi Kung – Estes Park High School (EP) • Living Well with Diabetes – Senior Center (EP) Thursday • Tai Chi, Nia – Sampler Mill Recreation Center (IS) • Yin Yoga – The Yoga Room (IS) • Hatha Yoga – Gilpin Community Center (GC) • Thursday Locals Night – Shoshoni Yoga Retreat (RV) • Ashtanga Yoga, Mountain Flow, Yoga/Pilates Fusion, Yoga for Athletes – Tadasana Mountain Yoga (NED) • Tai Chi – The Old Gallery (AP) • Gentle Stress-Reduction Yoga, Slow Flow Vinyasa – Namaste Lyons (LY)

Friday • Vinyasa Yoga – The Yoga Room (IS) • Yoga – Sampler Mill Recreation Center (IS) • Yoga – CCCIA Hall (CCC) • Hatha Yoga, Nia Workout, Mountain Flow, Happy Hour Yoga – Tadasana Mountain Yoga (NED) • Yoga for Low Back, Happy Hour Vinyasa – Namaste Lyons (LY)

• Tai Chi – The Old Gallery (AP) • Yoga – CCCIA Hall (CCC) • Nia – Mayama Movement Studio (LY) Saturday • Vinyasa Yoga – The Yoga Room (IS) • Nia – Sampler Mill Recreation Center (IS) • Community Clothing Closet – Nederland Community Center (NED)

Game Nights

• Ranger-Led Full Moon Walk – TBD (EP) December 14 • Estes Park Cycling Coalition Meeting & Potluck – Twin Owls Steakhouse (EP)

Wednesday • Beginning Yoga, Continuing Yoga – Sampler Mill

• Power Vinyasa II, Hatha Slow Yoga – Tadasana Mountain Yoga (NED)

• Restorative Flow Yoga – Mayama Movement Studio (LY) • Slow Flow Vinyasa – Namaste Lyons (LY) Meetings/Clubs/Groups Tuesday • Tech Tuesday – Nederland Community Library (NED) • Clear Creek County Board of Commissioners – County Courthouse (GT)

• Estes Valley Sunrise Rotary – The Other Side Restaurant (EP) Wednesday • Hilltop Guild – Kelley House (AP) Thursday • Rotary Club of Estes Park Meeting – Rodeway Inn (EP) • Veterans Group – Gilpin County Library (GC) Sports/Recreation Sunday • Sunday Fun Day – Chipper’s Lanes Estes Park (EP) Monday • SilverSneakers Classic, Master Swim, Aqua Zumba, Drop-In Volleyball, Kickball League – Sampler Mill Recreation Center (IS)

• Aquacize, Bootcamp, Swim Lessons – Gilpin Recreation

Wednesday • SilverSneakers Cardio, Drop-In Pickleball, Aqua Zumba – Sampler Mill Recreation Center (IS) • Aquacize, Fire Fitness, Guts & Glutes, Adult Strengthen, Fire Fitness, Adult Volleyball, Swim Lessons – Gilpin Recreation Center (GC) • Adult Movement & Core Balance, Elevate Conditioning Super Circuit Class – CCCIA Hall (CCC) • Morning Pickleball, Planet Motion/Zumba – Nederland Community Center (NED)

• Senior Exercise Group – St. Rita’s Church (NED) • Indian Peaks Running Club – Kelly Dahl Campground (GC) • Adult Volleyball – Estes Park Middle School Gym (EP) Thursday • Women’s Movers & Shakers, Men’s Moaners & Groaners – Georgetown Community Center (GT) • Girls on the Run, Core Conditioning, Drop-In Volleyball, Water Aerobics, Vortex Class – Sampler Mill Recreation Center (IS)

• Co-Ed Softball League – Shelly/Quinn Baseball Fields (IS) • Bootcamp, Aquacize, Pickleball, Tae Kwon Do – Gilpin Recreation Center (GC)

• Adult Fitness – CCCIA Hall (CCC) • Zumba – Nederland Community Center (NED) • Senior Exercise Class – Allenspark Fire Department (AP) • Adult Thursday Basketball League – Lyons Elementary School (LY)

• Adult Open Corn Hole, Adult Open Volleyball – LaVern M. Johnson Park (LY)

• College Night – Chipper’s Lanes Estes Park (EP) • N’ Balance Class – Senior Center (EP) • Estes Outreach: Boot Camp w/Julie Bunton – Estes Park High School (EP)

• Open Gym Adult Basketball – Estes Park Middle School Gym (EP)

Friday • SilverSneakers Cardio, Bootcamp – Sampler Mill Recreation Center (IS)

• Aquacize, Adult Strengthen – Gilpin Recreation Center (BH) • Friday Date Night – Chipper’s Lanes Estes Park (EP) • Tundra to the Trees in Rocky Mountain National Park – Milner Pass Parking Area (EP)

Saturday • Bodyshred – Sampler Mill Recreation Center (IS) • Bootcamp – Gilpin Recreation Center (GC) • Saturday Morning Tennis Clinic – Nederland Ice & Racquet Park (NED)

• Morning Pickleball – Nederland Community Center (NED) • Estes Park Cycling Coalition Saturday Morning Group Ride – Via Bicycle Café (EP) • Free Pool – Chipper’s Lanes Estes Park (EP) Talks/Tours/Workshops/Classes Sunday • Cultivating Compassion – Wild Bear Mountain Ecology Center (NED)

Wednesday • English Conversation Café – Presbyterian Community Church of the Rockies (EP)

Thursday • Dog Obedience – Gilpin Recreation Center (GC) Saturday-Sunday • Wild in Winter! Ranger-Led Program – Beaver Meadows Visitor Center (EP)

Center (GC)

• Morning & Evening Pickleball, Zumba – Nederland Community Center (NED)

• Senior Exercise Group – St. Rita’s Church (NED) • Indian Peaks Running Club – Mud Lake Open Space (NED) • Monday $1 Specials – Chipper’s Lanes Estes Park (EP) • Adult Pickleball, Adult Open Gym Basketball – Estes Park Middle School Gym (EP)

Tuesday • Women’s Movers & Shakers, Men’s Moaners & Groaners – Georgetown Community Center (GT) • Kickball League, Girls on the Run, Power Up!, Core Conditioning, Water Aerobics, Vortex Class, Drop-In Basketball, Youth: Short Court – Sampler Mill Recreation

AP = Allenspark BC = Boulder County BH = Black Hawk CC = Central City CCC= Coal Creek Canyon EM = Empire EP = Estes Park GC = Gilpin County GRC = Grand County GGC = Golden Gate Canyon GH = Gold Hill GT = Georgetown IS = Idaho Springs

JT = Jamestown LC = Larimer County LV = Loveland LY = Lyons NED = Nederland RV = Rollinsville SA = Salina SMG = St. Mary’s Glacier SP = Silver Plume SC = Summit County WD = Ward WP = Winter Park

Center (IS)

• Sit and Fit – Idaho Springs Senior Center (IS) • Tai Chi Class, Family Martial Arts – CCCIA Hall (CCC) • Quick & Tone, Aquacize, Pickleball, Acrobatics, Tae Kwon Do – Gilpin Recreation Center (GC) • Drop-In Basketball – Nederland Community Center (NED) • Adult Co-Rec Volleyball League – Estes Park Middle School Gym (EP)

• N’ Balance Class – Senior Center (EP) • Free 5K Group Run – Stanley Hotel (EP)

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Classical Music December 2-3 • Oratorio Society of Estes Park’s Christmas Concert: “The Childhood of Christ” – Estes Park High School (EP) December 4 • Estes Park Music Festival: Michael Davis – Stanley Concert Hall (EP)

December 7 • Peak to Peak Chorale – Christ the King Church (GC) December 9 • Peak to Peak Chorale – CCCIA Hall (CCC) December 11 • Estes Park Music Festival: Elise Campbell – Stanley Concert Hall (EP)

December 18 • Estes Park Music Festival: Estes Valley Singers – Stanley Concert Hall (EP)

Crafts/Sewing/Quilting December 1 • Beginning to Knit Class, Teegan Sweater Class – The Stitchin’ Den (EP)

December 2 • Colorado Sunshine Runner Class – Lyons Quilting (LY) December 3 • Broken Daisy Placemat Class – Lyons Quilting (LY) December 5 • Sweet Retreat Little Sister Class – Lyons Quilting (LY) • Adult Coloring Club – Estes Valley Library (EP) December 6 • Coal Creek Quilters – Coal Creek Coffee (CCC) • Quirky Quilters – Nederland Community Library (NED) • Beginning Free Motion Machine Quilting Class – Lyons Quilting (LY)

December 8 • Adult Craft Group – John Tomay Memorial Library (GT) • Ned Knits – Nederland Community Library (NED) • Courageous Creators Art Group – The Old Gallery (AP) • Beginning Crochet, Beginning Quilting – The Stitchin’ Den (EP)

MOUNTAIN ARTS – galleries, artists and crafts people New art gallery designed to provide social impact

By Jennifer Pund NEDERLAND ederland has a new gallery to showcase the region’s many talented artists along with hand-made crafts from Guatemala—and provide some social impact. Paula Farrell has put her decades of work in government and the non profit sector as inspiration to open the Art House of Nederland, where proceeds support four hand-selected non-profits and the greater community through art.

After moving to the Nederland area a few years ago, Farrell became focused on establishing a “social venture,” a long-time dream. “I wanted to start a for-profit enterprise that would benefit non-profit organizations,” she explained. “I am able to support the artists, and the local community in a The Art House of Nederland variety of ways, some through sells a variety of art, jewelry hiring them or figuring out how and items for the home for [the gallery] can support them.” the benefit of non-profits.

After finding the perfect property on Second Street, and spending many months remodeling the former private residence, The Art House of Nederland opened in June. It’s been evolving ever since.

Farrell admits she is not an artist, but loves art. “The best

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thing I can do is stick figures, but I love art. My husband, Charlie, and I have been collecting a little bit of art over the last few years or so.” One look at the various room of the gallery and it’s clear she has a good eye and is good at assembling a collection of pieces from various artists that work well together.

Farrell spent decades working for Denver and various nonprofits and wanted to do something different when she retired. “Basically, I spent 30 years working in non-profit organizations and government, always with a social impact. The last couple of jobs I had, I worked for Governor Hickenlooper when he was the Mayor of Denver. I was overseeing all the Workforce Development Programs for the city and county of Denver, ” she explained. “Then, [I worked for] a small non-profit organization, SkillBuild Colorado, that was focused on helping people who were having trouble getting back to work get the skills they needed to get back to work. I decided, well, I want to do something completely different.”

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December 9 • Open Sewing – Lyons Quilting (LY) December 10 • Making Felt Balls for Fun, Decoration & Jewelry – Wild Bear Mountain Ecology Center (NED)

• Paradise in Bloom Class – Lyons Quilting (LY) • Estes Outreach: Mosaic Mirror Workshop – Estes Park High School (EP)

December 11 Judy Niemeyer Support Group – Lyons Quilting (LY) • Building in Color Class – The Stitchin’ Den (EP) December 12 • Adult Craft Group – Idaho Springs Library (IS) • Sweet Retreat Little Sister Class – Lyons Quilting (LY) • Logo Design w/Inkscape – Estes Valley Library (EP) December 14 • Estes Valley Quilt Guild – Good Samaritan Village (EP) December 15 • Open Sewing – Lyons Quilting (LY) • Beginning to Knit Class – The Stitchin’ Den (EP) • Commerce & Arts After Hours – Lumpy Ridge Brewery (EP)

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LIFE AND TIMES OF JOEL ESTES

At the next Estes Park Museum Meet Me @ the Museum event, Dec. 5 from 1:30-2:30 p.m., hear Alicia Rochambeau speak about the year 1859 and provide context to arrival of the town’s namesake Joel Estes that year. Estes Park Museum Friends Board Member Neil Standard will then be in character as Mr. Estes. www.estes.org/museum • 970-577-3762

MAKING FELT BALLS FOR FUN, DECORATING & DECORATION

Wild Bear Mountain Ecology Center hosts Making Felt Balls for Fun, Decorating & Decoration, Dec. 10 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Wool can be shaped and turned into dryer balls, ornaments, jewelry and for playing catch. Particpants will explore both wet and needle felting. wildbear.org • 303-258-0495

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GLASS TIPI GALLERY HOLIDAY SHOW & OPEN HOUSE

The Glass Tipi Gallery, 55 Utica St. in Ward, hosts its Holiday Show, “Celebrating The Seasons,” Dec. 10 from 5-8 p.m. Featured artists include Lon Brauer, Kathy Reilly, Sabrina Stiles, Carol Jenkins, Teresa Vito, Greta Balzer, Cydney Springer, Hanna Shook and many more. theglasstipigallery.com • 720-235-2062

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Opera announces its 85th season CENTRAL CITY Central City Opera’s 2017 Summer Festival, which runs from July 8-Aug. 6, 2017, features Bizet’s Carmen and Mozart’s Così fan tutte in repertory, along with Benjamin Britten’s The Burning Fiery Furnace, Douglas Moore’s Gallantry, and Amy Beach’s Cabildo in shorter runs. Celebrating the company’s 85th season, the festival’s productions offer a diverse and broad gamut of styles and time periods. Subscriptions for the 2017 season go on sale Dec. 1, with summer festival tickets available April 1, 2017.

“Our productions last season of The Ballad of Baby Doe and Tosca were spectacular and so well received that we couldn’t be more excited about putting up Carmen and Così,” said Pelham Pearce, the company’s general and artistic director. “These two operas are perfect works for our company and our historic opera house where we can showcase both great singing and great storytelling.”

Complementing the two mainstage productions, Central City Opera—the second oldest professional opera festival in the country—is featuring three one-act operas to be performed in smaller venues in Central City. “The popularity of these one-acts continues to grow since we introduced them in 2015,” Pearce said. “They

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Central City Opera productions offer a ‘gamut’ of styles.

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draw opera goers who are looking for something new to see as well as those who are new to the art form and curious about experiencing something that’s shorter, less expensive, and feels more accessible.”

Additionally, the four-week summer festival offers pre-performance lectures, opera scenes, and post-performance socials with the artists. Thursday evening performances have returned to the mix throughout the festival, making it possible to see all the productions during an extended weekend.

For information, visit www.centralcityopera.org. For tickets, e-mail boxoffice@centralcityopera.org or call 303-292-6700.

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Fire claims artist’s home, collection

By George Watson IDAHO SPRINGS Well known Idaho Springs artist Dave Shelton lost his hand-built log home, studio, workshop, vast art collection in November when a fire, believed to have been intentionally set by a recently evicted tenant, destroyed everything he owned.

There was no property insurance, so Shelton is starting over with the clothes on his back. A GoFundMe account has been set up to assist with his recovery.

“My brother’s home was located on a 5-acre parcel on Puma Ranch Road southwest of Idaho Springs,” Dan Shelton said. “He built it mostly by himself over the last 25 years, and it was adorned with many carvings throughout the house. The home also contained a studio with many one-of-a-kind guitars, keyboards and other instrumentation, and a workshop that housed many of his carvings as well.”

Dave’s son-in-law Connor Rhoden set up the GoFundMe page and pleads with anyone to “please help to provide at least a building block to start piecing some things back together for him.” Due to a “very unfavorable insurance situation,” Dave won’t receive anything to help him rebuild a home he’s “poured his blood, sweat, and tears into over the years,” along with his art, irreplaceable heirlooms, musical instruments and “hard-earned memories that have been taken from him.”

In a recent letter to supporters, David wrote, “I am so very grateful for the love and support I am receiving. I think I’m still a little in shock. My son smiles and shakes his head while I tell him the same thing for the forth time in one hour. Again, I have no words that can express how I feel the love pouring out. Thank you.”

Funds raised will be used to help create the Puma Ranch, formerly known as Shelton Manor. “I have a design in mind, and need to start the drawings,” Dave

Dave Shelton, above, is well-known for his large wood carvings. His home, left, and all his possessions were recently destroyed in a fire.

Photos courtesy Dan Shelton

said. According to the artist, his neighbors are paying a contractor to clean up the mess and Chief Kelly Fabian of the Idaho Springs Fire Department is looking into getting dumpsters donated. Another friend donated 30-foot logs and another friends has offered a crane.

According to Dan, the fire was started by “an ex-roommate Dave had helped out who had been unable to afford the medications he needed.” After the man started the fire, he realized it was out of control and called 911 to tell them he had set it.

“We are very thankful that he did feel guilty, and called so the fire department could get enough support there in time to prevent the fire from spreading to other homes in the area,” Dan said.

Dave has been in the art industry for more than 25 years. In the 1990s he was involved in the creation of a clay animated collection of short videos and became the art director, set designer, and one of the lead sculptors and animators. The project took seven years to complete. Within three months of its release, it was aired on several cable networks and went on to take third place in the International Film and Video Festival. He then began creating wood sculptors with a chain saw and for the past 13 years has traveled across the country carving large sculptures for clients.

Donate to Dave’s recovery at www. gofundme.com/dave-shelton.

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she hauled it all back down to fire. This helps teach them about community, and how to be involved in the community and how to connect the community. It was such a lovely example.”

Even though Farrell knew she wanted to open a social venture in her retirement, it was volunteering at a consignment shop in Boulder that solidified the gallery idea. It is important to her that her business supports the community, and it’s needs. “I worked for a woman in Boulder who was an art historian, and she gave me some of these ideas,” she said. “My husband and I live here, off Magnolia, so when we decided we were going to move up here, I began asking people what do you need in Nederland.” The responses she received pointed to a gallery similar to the former Dandelion Gallery. “I started looking into it, and talking to more people. I was talking to local artists and going to a bunch of art fairs… talking to folks about it and getting all of this really positive response. So, I thought,

‘well this sounds like it might be it.’”

During this time, Farrell and her husband had purchased, and were renovating the former home on Second Street into an art gallery. “The backyard was the biggest selling point, and then the way the rooms were set up lent itself to what we were looking for. And, the proximity to downtown,” she explained. “We also knew they were doing Nedpeds, and we thought that might help support the whole process. We compliment each other.”

All sales at the Art House of Nederland are split between the artists and the gallery with a percentage going directly to nonprofits including Nederland’s Teens, Inc., which supports, educates and empowers youth and their families to make healthy choices and thrive; Lakewood’s Friendship Bridge, which helps more than 30,000 women entrepreneurs in Guatemala with micro loans, education and healthcare and provides the Guatemalan items for sale at the gallery; The Mountain Area Land Trust of Evergreen, which help protect

and preserve land along the Front Range; Banash, and Erin Huybrechts Davis. and The New America School in Colora- During the holiday shopping period, the do and New Mexico that empowers new gallery is selling one-of-a-kind ornaments immigrants, English language learners created by a number of different gallery artand academically under-served students ists. “They are specially made for the Art with the educational tools and support House. They are very limited, and everyto maximize their potential and “live the one made something different.” Farrell explained. “Our trees are American Dream.” filling up with beauti The Art House of ful specially made Nederland is open ornaments…

Pat Wednesday-Sunday Fitztharris-Newman at 11 a.m. and showmade clay earrings, cases many ColoraKathy Bremers paintdo artists pieces that ed glass balls, Jane will appeal to most Glotzer made hearts anyone. It has items and miniature oil for most homes as paintings were created well as anyone with

by Meg Leonard.” a more discerning The gallery hosts eye for art. “We’re a First Friday event, trying to have some One-of-a-kind ornaments created by Dec. 2, featuring tasthigh-end things, but gallery artists are for sale while they last. ings by Augustina’s not so expensive people can’t afford them. We have a lot of va- Winery and music by Max Kabat. Farrell riety and don’t have artists who are doing plans to continue hosting specials on upcoming First Fridays from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. the same thing,” she said.

Each consigning artist is carefully se- along with artist demonstrations throughlected to ensure an eclectic mix of pieces out the month. On Dec. 3, Meg Leonard to create a unique shopping experience. presents an oil painting demo from 2 p.m.Local and regional artists represented 4 p.m., and on Dec. 10, Kathy Bremers by the gallery include Pixie Glore, Sue paints a winter scene from 1 p.m.-4 p.m.

Churches, Topher Donahue, Meg Leonard, Alvin Wengerd, Judi Miller, Diane The Art House of Nederland is loHackett, Jessica Vogel, Nancy Walsh, Pat cated at 171 E. 2nd St. Call 303-258Fitzharris Newman, Maya Ward-Karet, 3174 or find them on Facebook for Anne Thayer, Kathy Brewers, Betty additional information.

Moore Appleton, Cathy Brimmers, Kathy

People pose in front of the town’s new one-story, board-and-batten school house in 1888. The men, women, and a few children are attending a summer meeting of the National Education Association.

Photo courtesy of Denver Public Library Western History Collection

Estes Park’s early schools still standing

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Road rising through the national park to more than 12,000 feet and several others winding through the valley, past historic landmarks and parallel to the fishfilled picturesque rivers.

Estes Park’s first school was a converted guest cabin at the Elkhorn Lodge.

Classes started in 1881 and the school was used primarily by the children of the James family, the couple that developed the Elkhorn. The former school house reverted to being a guest cabin in recent years, but currently is unused as the lodge is closed.

Two years after the classes began in the valley, the Estes Park School District was formed, and by 1886, the first public school was constructed for grades one through eight on Elkhorn Avenue,

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just west of Moraine. The building also served as a community building and church on Sundays. It was later moved and converted into the studio of Fredrick Payne Clatworthy. It still stands today.

A larger log schoolhouse was constructed in 1906, but was too small by 1915. A two-story school was built on the same site in 1916. An auditorium and gymnasium, which included classrooms for grades one through four, was built across the street from the school on land donated by Freelan O. Stanley.

It was torn down in 1969.

A new junior and senior high school was built near Stanley Park in 1965.

Currently, the town’s high school, middle school and elementary school share the same campus on the east side of Estes Park.

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MOUNTAIN ARTS Holiday Events

Festival features art, music, Santa

Park illuminated by ‘Lyons Lights’

GILPIN COUNTY The 14th Annual Winter Arts Festival takes place at the Gilpin County Community Center, 250 Norton Dr., Dec. 10 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. In addition to an arts and craft fair meet Santa and enjoy face painting, cookie decorating, a balloon artist, live music performances by Gilpin County School Choir, Peak to Peak Chorale and more.

LYONS The bright glow of the holidays comes to the town of Lyons, Dec. 3-31, when Lyons Lights returns to Sandstone Park. Enjoy a colorful, exciting, dancing light display synchronized to music every evening from 5-8 p.m. The Holiday Parade of Lights, Dec. 3, starts at 6:30 p.m. and will be filled with illuminated, colorful floats.

The Gilpin County Community Center is located at 250 Norton Dr., north of Black Hawk. Call 303-5821453 or visit gilpinrecreation.com.

Sandstone Park is located at 350 Broadway St. in Lyons. Visit www. lyonscolorado.com or call 303823-6622 to learn more.

Collector ornament available

nior Center, 220 Fourth St.; and Peaks ESTES PARK Since 1986, the Town of Estes Park Hallmark in Upper Stanley Village. A employees’ Helping Hands Commit- limited number of ornaments from previous years are availtee has created comable at Town Hall. memorative annual Ornaments may also holiday ornaments be ordered by mailing for purchase by the your request and paypublic. The proceeds ment (checks only, from ornament sales please) to the Town are used to provide of Estes Park Helping high school senior Hands Committee at scholarships and asP.O. Box 1200 in Essistance to local famtes Park, CO 80517. ilies in need.

Please calculate your The 2016 ornaorder total to include ment commemorates shipping costs. Shipthe 100th anniversaEstes Park’s 2016 ornament features ping for one ornament ry of the Estes Valley a great horned owlet. is $4.25, shipping for Library by featuring two ornaments is $5, a great horned owlet.

A pair of great horned owls frequently shipping for three ornaments is $9.25, nests on the cliff of the nature preserve and shipping for four ornaments is $10. near the library. The image was taken by late local photographer Dick Orleans.

For more information, contact Karen Ornaments are available for $12 Thompson at kthompson@estes.org each at Estes Park Town Hall, 170 Macor call 970-577-3721 or visit www.

Gregor Ave.; Estes Park Visitor Center, estes.org/helpinghandsornament.

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Christmas market transforms town place with handcrafted gifts in addition to GEORGETOWN Each December the town of George- Georgetown’s charming year-round shoptown transforms for two weekends into ping experience. Beautiful and unique a bustling Christmas scene reminiscent shops showcase Christmas ornaments of Christmas of long ago for the George- and decorations, Victorian items for the town Christmas Market. This year’s 56th home, art, Colorado wine, rare books, jewelry, exquiannual free event site clothing, antakes place Dec. tiques, and gifts.

3-4 and 10-11 from The Market will 10 a.m.-5 p.m. on also feature food Sixth Street. vendors. Christ Thousands come mas Market Muto the mountain seum Tours offer town to experience a relaxed way to a traditional holiday see the Hamill where Christmas House, Hotel de hasn’t changed in Paris and Energy 100 years. Roasted Georgetown Christmas Market Museums.

Dochestnuts, holiday shopping, horse-drawn wagon rides through cents are on hand to give information or the historic town, and wonderful sights and answer questions, but guests may stroll smells are all part of the fun. Visitors enjoy through the properties at their leisure to appearances by St. Nicholas in his tradi- enjoy the holiday decor. tional dress and the daily procession of the Santa Lucia. Carolers in Victorian costume, For more information about Christdancers, and other family entertainment mas in Georgetown, contact Historic provide hours of memorable performances.

Georgetown, Inc. at 303-569-2840 or The 2016 Georgetown Christmas Marvisit www.georgetown-colorado.org. ket features an outdoor European market-

View holiday lights on driving tour ESTES PARK Show off holiday spirit by decorating an Estes Valley home or business for the holidays, and taking part in the Yuletide Lights Driving Tour.

To participate in the annual event, simply notify the town’s events office by Dec. 8 and complete all decorating by Dec. 12. Then, keep any outdoor and window decorations lit as much as possible through New Year’s Day, especially from 6 to 8 p.m. nightly when viewing is encouraged.

Contact the Events office at 970-5866104 or events@estes.org with a name, email address and phone number along with a home or business address and business name, if applicable, for the tour map.

Also, let organizers know if decoration are “simple,” “All-American moderation” or “over the top.”

This Estes tradition is always comprised of numerous homes and businesses, so be sure to get a map to see them all from Dec. 12-31.

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Ward artist’s work featured at library NEDERLAND The Nederland Community Library’s latest artist showcase features the work of Ward’s Jean Pless through January. An Artist Reception at the library celebrates the new exhibit, Dec. 9 from 5-7 p.m.

Pless has been involved in art from a young age. She enjoys working in diverse media and her projects have included painting multiple rooms in homes in order to create unique atmospheres.

“I love painting with abandon without fear of outcome,” Pless says in her artist statement. “Paintings are my poetic and fragmented response to the world around me: morning light on aspens and pines, raging winds and blowing snow. I am more interested in how things feel than

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Painting by Jean Pless

how they appear. My paintings are time and place essences.”

The Nederland Community Library is located at 200 Hwy. 72. Visit nederland. colibraries.org or call 303-258-1101.

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Mountain ARTS ‘Power of Costume’ examines iconic Star Wars outfits DENVER Visitors to the Denver Art Museum are invited to take a unique journey into the Star Wars universe as characters are brought to life through a dramatic presentation of more than 70 original costumes on view through April 2, 2017.

“Star Wars and the Power of Costume” closely examines the captivating process of costume design for iconic outfits featured in all seven films of the Star Wars series— from Queen Amidala’s lavish gowns to Darth Vader’s imposing black armor.

The exhibition takes visitors inside the creative process, encompassing the es-

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sence of George Lucas’ vision and the exciting challenge of translating his iconic characters into a dynamic reality.

Watch the designers and actors through several exhibition videos. Learn cultural and historic context as interpreted

by Smithsonian scholars. Experience the processes of concept artists and costume designers with interactive encounters. Explore the artistry of the world’s most recognized cinematic costumes, including Darth Vader, Queen Amidala, Princess Leia, Chewbacca, Stormtroopers and Droids, including C-3PO and R2-D2.

Useful tips for visitors are available on

Center (CG)

• Paint a Winter Scene w/Kathy Bremers – Art House of Nederland (NED)

• Holiday Show: “Celebrating the Season” & Open House – Glass Tipi Gallery (WD)

December 16 • Heart of Expression: Art Sale & Fundraiser – Elkins Distilling Company (EP)

Estes Park Mountain Shop (EP)

December 26-31 • Artist Demos w/Hot Cider & Cookies – gallery vii (AP) January 6 • First Friday Art Groove – Various Locations (EP) February 3 • First Friday Art Groove – Various Locations (EP) Literary Events/Book Clubs December 1 • Coal Creek Book Club – Coal Creek Coffee (CCC) December 1-3 • Estes Valley Model Railroaders’ Family Story Time –

town Heritage Center (GT)

December 2-3 • Library Friends & Foundation Holiday Book Sale – Estes

Stitchin’ Den (EP)

December 29 • Courageous Creators Art Group – The Old Gallery (AP) Film/Photography December 2 • First Friday Film Night: “Finding Dory” – Georgetown Heritage Center (GT)

December 3 • Who-bilation w/”How the Grinch Stole Christmas” – December 3-4 • Open House & Movie: “The Christmas Gift” – GeorgeDecember 6 • First Friday Film: “The BFG” – Georgetown Heritage Center (GT) December 7 • “Tora! Tora! Tora!” Screening for 75th Anniversary of Pearl Harbor – Estes Valley Library (EP) December 10-11 • Open House & Movie: “The Christmas Gift” – Georgetown Heritage Center (GT)

December 23 • Film Night: “Finding Dory” – Idaho Springs Library (IS) Fine Art/Painting/Gallery Events December 1 • Latte Art ThrowDown – Salto Coffee Works (NED) Decemebr 1-26 • “Up Close & Personal” Mixed Water Media by Bruce Nickels & Jewelry by Alice League Exhibit – Art Center of Estes Park (EP)

December 1-31 • Holiday Gifts & Miniature Show, 14th Annual Members Show – Cultural Arts Council of Estes Park (EP) December 2 • Holiday First Friday w/Laurence Delaunay, Tiffany Christopher – Salto Coffee Works (NED) • First Friday – Art House of Nederland (NED) • First Friday Art Groove – Various Locations (EP) • Annual Holiday Party & Artist Meet-and-Greet – Aspen • Jewelry Celebration – Earthwood Artisans (EP) • First Friday Art Celebration w/Live Jazz by Max Wagner & Jeff Jenkins – Earthwood Collections (EP) December 3 •M eg Leonard Oil Painting Demonstration – Art House of Nederland (NED)

December 9 • Artist Reception: Jean Pless – Nederland Community Library (NED)

December 10 • 14th Annual Winter Arts Festival – Gilpin Recreation

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The Denver Art Museum is located at 100 W. 14th Ave. Pkwy. Visit www. denverartmuseum.org or call 720-9130130 for tickets and information.

View Queen Amidala’s gown at the Denver Art Museum.

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Crafts/Sewing/Quilting (cont.)

December 20 • Christmas Craft Day – Idaho Springs Library (IS) • Coal Creek Quilters – Coal Creek Coffee (CCC) December 21 • Christmas Craft Day – John Tomay Memorial Library (GT) December 22 • Courageous Creators Art Group – The Old Gallery (AP) • Beginning Crochet, Quilting: Beyond Basics – The

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the museum website, including photography policies, guidelines on wearing your own costume in the exhibition and more. A dated and timed ticket is required.

Purchasing tickets in advance is recommended. Extended hours have been added including 9 a.m. openings on the weekend, extended hours on selected days, and special hours on two Mondays during the holidays.

Estes Valley Library (EP)

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December 6 • Tech Reads: “The Circle” by Dave Eggers – Estes Valley Library (EP)

December 8 • Mountain MidLife Book Group – TBD (NED) • Estes Park Equestrian Club – Estes Valley Library (EP) December 9 • Women’s Book Club Holiday Get-Together – The Old Gallery (AP)

December 11 • Women’s Book Club: “The Blind Assassin” – The Old Gallery (AP)

December 16 • Booksigning: Emily Littlejohn “Inherit The Bones” – Macdonald Bookshop (EP)

December 20 • Reading is Doctor Recommended: “Foods That Fight Pain” – Estes Valley Library (EP) December 22 • All-Ages Winter Solstice Pajama Storytime – Nederland Community Library (NED)

Museums December 5 • Meet Me @ The Museum: The Life and Times of Joel Estes – Estes Park Museum (EP) Poetry/Spoken Word/Comedy December 1 • Wine & Words: Open Poetry Night – Happy Trails (NED) December 2 • First Friday Comedy: Steve Gastineau – Reserve Casino (CC) • Evening of Spoken Word – Inkwell & Brew (EP) Theater/Opera/Dance/Fashion December 4 • Feldenkrais/Dance – Salina Schoolhouse (SA) December 7 • Glendi Folk Dance – Salina Schoolhouse (SA)

December 18 • Fine Arts Guild of the Rockies Stories on Stage: Making Merry – Estes Park High School (EP) December 22 • Ecstatic Dance – The StarHouse (GH) December 31 • Deeper Dances of Universal Peace – The StarHouse (GH) Writing December 5 • Writing Skills – Nederland Community Center (NED) December 14 • Writing Life Stories – Nederland Community Center (NED) December 19 • Writing Skills – Nederland Community Center (NED) December 20 • Writer’s Circle – Nederland Community Library (NED) December 28 • Writing Life Stories – Nederland Community Center (NED) WEEKLY ARTS Classical Music Tuesday-Wednesday • James Davis Spanish & Classical Guitar – Twin Owls Steak House (EP)

Crafts/Sewing/Quilting Monday • Stitch ‘n Rippers Quilters – New Covenant Church (EP) • Monday Artisans Market – Riverside Plaza (EP) Tuesday • Warped Weavers – Kelley House (AP) • Trail Ridge Quilters – Estes Park Medical Center (EP) Wednesday • Chat, Knit, Spin & Weave Any Handwork– Weavers Attic (LY) • Weaving Demos on Vintage Looms – Weavers Attic (EP) Thursday • Fabric & Thread Arts Group – Coal Creek Coffee (CCC) Saturday • Weaving Demos on Vintage Looms – Weavers Attic (LY) Sunday • Weaving Demos on Vintage Looms – Weavers Attic (EP) Film/Photography Monday • Nederland Area Seniors Movie Matinee Monday – Backdoor Theater (NED)

• Monday Movie Nights – Club Ned (NED) Friday • Movie – Backdoor Theater (NED) Saturday • Movie – Backdoor Theater (NED) Fine Art/Painting/Gallery Events Wednesday • NAS Watercolor Painting – Nederland Community Presby-

Saturday • Sip & Paint – Murphy’s Resort (EP) Literary Events/Book Clubs Wednesday • All Ages Story Time & Craft – Lyons Regional Library (LY) Museums Monday-Sunday • Museum Open – Estes Park Museum (EP) Saturday-Sunday • Museum Open – Hotel de Paris (GT) Theater/Opera/Dance/Fashion Sunday • Beginning Adult Dance – Mayama Movement Studio (LY) Monday • International Folk Dancing, Dance Fit Class – Nederland Community Center (NED)

• Jazz, Ballet, Contemporary – Mayama Movement Studio (LY) • Acrobatics – Starflower Dance Company (EP) Tuesday • Combination Ballet, Tap & Acro – Gilpin Recreation Center (GC) • Mountain Movers – Nederland Community Center (NED) • Breakin’, Hip Hop, Tap, Musical Theater – Mayama Movement Studio (LY)

Wednesday • Teen/Adult Ballet-Jazz – Gilpin Recreation Center (GC) • Mountain Movers – Nederland Community Center (NED) • Middle Eastern Belly Dancing – Sampler Mill Recreation Center (IS)

• Pre Ballet, Creative Movement, Jazz – Mayama Movement Studio (LY)

• Hip-Hop – Starflower Dance Company (EP) Thursday • Breakin’, Hip Hop, Ballet – Mayama Movement Studio (LY) Friday • Tap, Jazz – Mayama Movement Studio (LY) Saturday • Youth Dance – Gilpin Community Center (GC) AP = Allenspark BC = Boulder County BH = Black Hawk CC = Central City CCC= Coal Creek Canyon EM = Empire EP = Estes Park GC = Gilpin County GRC = Grand County GGC = Golden Gate Canyon GH = Gold Hill GT = Georgetown IS = Idaho Springs

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Thursday • Watercolor Painting Class – CCCIA Hall (CCC) Friday • Sip & Paint – Murphy’s Resort (EP)

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JT = Jamestown LC = Larimer County LV = Loveland LY = Lyons NED = Nederland RV = Rollinsville SA = Salina SMG = St. Mary’s Glacier SP = Silver Plume SC = Summit County WD = Ward WP = Winter Park

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Nordic ski resorts, backcountry offer winter enjoyment FRONT RANGE n Colorado, a pair of cross-country skis can transport just about anyone from their everyday life into a peaceful forest environment of snow-laden trees, white meadows and trails running along frozen creeks.

A hidden world of winter beauty and sensational settings can be unveiled throughout the Peak to Peak Region and neighboring Clear Creek, Grand and Summit counties, by visiting the region’s Nordic centers and easily accessible backcountry trails.

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.

As amazing as it can be, hazards exist when in the backcountry. Skiers must be prepared for avalanches, 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.

Backcountry options abound throughout the region. In the Estes Park area, private lodges and resorts offer groomed trails for cross-country skiing and thousands of accessible acres are available in Rocky Mountain National Park. Nonprofit Rocky Mountain Conservancy and other Estes Park-based outfitters provide guided backcountry treks.

The Arapahoe and Roosevelt National Forests and the Indian Peaks, James Peak and Mount Evans wilderness areas—which run from the National Park south to Clear Creek County and

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from western Boulder County to Grand County—provide a lifetime of backcountry skiing options including the popular Brainard Lake Recreation Area. Huts, yurts and cabins located in the area are also accessible to skiers.

There are more than 12,000 acres of forest, rocky peaks and aspen-rimmed meadows with miles of trails for winter sports enthusiasts at Golden Gate Canyon State Park in Gilpin County while Clear Creek County offers several outstanding backcountry options including Old Squaw Pass Road, South Chicago Creek Trail, Echo Lake, Bakerville-Loveland Trail, Mount Evans Scenic Byway and Argentine Railroad Grade Trail.

Even more prime, backcountry skiing exists in the thousands of acres of public land between Estes Park and Georgetown.

Avoid backcountry hazards, get on the snow quickly, try additional snow sports and have top amenities close at hand by visiting the region’s many Nordic centers.

Eldora Mountain Resort Nordic Center, which plans to open on weekends beginning Dec. 2, is adjacent to the downhill ski area and offers 40K of groomed classic and skate trails through alpine meadow and pine forest. It provides cross-country and telemark ski lessons while the Nordic lodge offers food and Nordic rentals.

Summit County is 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 either currently open, or plan to begin operations in early December. Join the staff of Gold Run, Dec. 3-4, for its annual, free Open House event.

Many more Nordic center options exist in nearby Grand County including the C Lazy

U Ranch, Devil’s Thumb Ranch, Granby Ranch, Grand Lake Nordic Center and YMCA of the Rockies Snow Mountain Ranch. Most open by mid-December and host a variety of early season events.

Devil’s Thumb Ranch is celebrating its 15th year of Nordic skiing on the 75-year-old ranch. Until Dec. 15, enjoy $15 trail passes, $15 cross country and snowshoe equipment rentals, and 15 percent off annual passes. The Tommelfest and Holiday Gift Market is Dec. 10, while annual Christmas Day and New Year’s Eve celebrations return again this year.

Guests staying at YMCA’s Snow Mountain Ranch receive complimentary trail passes. New this winter are Break the Ice Weekends—Dec. 17-18, Dec. 31- Jan. 1, Jan. 14-15, Jan. 28-29, Feb. 4-5 and Feb. 18-19. They include free guided ski and snowshoe hikes and other activities.

The Grand Lake Nordic Center offers all Grand County residents and second home owners a free trail pass, Dec. 3; hosts a Full Moon Ski Event, Dec. 10; and provides free Nordic ski lessons, Dec. 18.

Granby Ranch opens Dec. 17 and hosts a Locals Appreciation Night the same evening. Also, donate a bag of nonperishable food items, Dec. 18, and receive a free adult lift ticket.

There are also many outfitters in the region that lead trips and still more that rent and sell equipment. Most offer knowledgeable advice on local trails for any specific ability, and current conditions.

During a normal season, there is plenty of snow to access any of the most popular trail systems by December, but this year is different. While some areas are receiving plentiful snowfall, others are getting next to nothing. Be sure to check conditions before planning an outing.

REGIONAL NORDIC SKIING AREAS & RESORTS Arapaho & Roosevelt National Forests 303-541-2500 • www.fs.usda.gov/main/arp Breckenridge Nordic Ski Center 970-453-6855 • www.breckenridgenordic.com 1200 Ski Hill Road, Breckenridge C Lazy U - Guest Ranch 970-364-0411 • www.clazyu.com 3640 Hwy. 125, Granby Devil’s Thumb Ranch Nordic Center 970-726-8231 • www.devilsthumbranch.com 3530 County Road 83, Tabernash Eldora Resort Nordic Center 303-440-8700 ext. 267 • www.eldora.com 2861 Eldora Ski Rd #140, Nederland Frisco Nordic Center 970-668-0866 • www.frisconordic.com 616 Recreation Way, Frisco Gold Run Nordic Center 970-547-7889 • www.goldrunnordic.com 200 Clubhouse Drive, Breckenridge Golden Gate Canyon State Park 303-582-3707 • cpw.state.co.us 92 Crawford Gulch Road, Golden Granby Ranch 888-850-4615 • www.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 • www.keystoneresort.com 100 Dercum Square, Keystone Rocky Mountain National Park 970-586-1206 • www.nps.gov/room 1000 Highway 36, Estes Park YMCA of the Rockies Snow Mountain Ranch Nordic Center 877-683-3082 • www.ymcarockies.org 1101 County Road 53, Granby

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Area ski resorts ring in winter holidays with festive events FRONT RANGE As temperatures drop in the mountains and the weather forecast finally says snow, resorts are ringing in the winter holidays with fun family activities and a variety of festive holiday events. Featuring torchlight parades, fine dining on the mountain, skiing with Santa and fireworks, guests at regional ski resorts can celebrate the winter holidays as they were meant to be experienced. Here are some of the options:

Arapahoe Basin

• Dec. 24: Santa and his Elf Visit Celebrate Christmas Eve with the ABasin family. Santa is rumored to be making an appearance from 10 a.m.-noon in the base area and will be taking some turns with his elf and anyone who wants to join. Santa’s journey will include stops in the A-Frame, the Pika Place Learning Area and the Molly Hogan Learning Area early in his visit to A-Basin. The Summit Choral Society will be spreading cheer Page 22

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Copper Mountain

• Dec. 24: Christmas at Copper Christmas Eve brings a visit from Santa in Burning Stones Plaza, as well as a children’s Glowstick Pageant, Torchlight Parade down Main Vein trail and fireworks.

• Dec. 31: New Year’s Eve Celebration Ring in the new year with a USASA Rail Jam, children’s Glowstick Pageant, Torchlight Parade and mountain-side fireworks display. Elevate the evening with a special holiday Moonlight Dine & Ski. Guests can take the American Eagle chairlift up to Solitude Station and enjoy a fine dining experience. Post-dinner head down the mountain by moonlight and gather for a celebratory cocktail in Center Village. For more information about events at Copper, visit www.copper colorado.com.

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Granby Ranch

• Dec. 23-24: Holidays at the Ranch Visit Santa at the base from noon-2 p.m. daily and catch him on the slopes from 2:30-3:45 p.m. Meet at the bottom of Quick Draw at 3:45 p.m. and join the Santa Ski Down to take the last run of the day led

by Santa. Following a day on the slopes, visitors can celebrate Christmas Eve with a service at the Base Lodge at 5 p.m.

•Dec. 31: New Year’s Eve Festivities Ranch guests can ring in the New Year at a family dance party from 5-10 p.m. A glow stick parade, torchlight parade, and fireworks begin at 6 p.m. Enjoy a special three-course meal at Granby Ranch Grill or do New Year’s Eve in style at the VIP Party for those over 21. For more information, visit www.granbyranch.com.

Loveland

• Ski and Ride Loveland with Santa Skiers and snowboarders who venture to Loveland around Christmas time can

find themselves riding the lifts and slopes with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Visit www. skiloveland.com for more information.

Winter Park Resort

• Dec. 24: Torchlight Parade & Fireworks A Christmas Eve tradition since 1978, the slopes of Winter Park will be aglow with the annual Torchlight Parade and fireworks show. The event begins with carols around a bonfire next to Zephyr Lift at 4 p.m. At 5:30 p.m., a procession of torchbearing skiers and riders begin down Lower Hughes trail followed by Santa Claus and his helpers. A fireworks display and snowcats light up the slopes to conclude the festivities. Immediately following the show at 6 p.m., visitors can attend Christmas Eve interdenominational services in the Balcony House or Catholic services in West Portal. Santa can also be found both in the Village and on the slopes leading up to Christmas Eve. For more information, visit www.winterparkresort.com.

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December 1 • Karaoke – Stage Stop (RV) • Bluegrass Pick – Salina Schoolhouse (SA) • Chris Sheldon & Friends – Jamestown Mercantile (JT) • Karaoke – Estes Park Senior Center (EP) December 2 • Gary & Claudia – Troia’s Café & Marketplace (GT) • Dechen Hawk – Rocky Mountain Oyster Bar (NED) • Ravin’ Wolf – Very Nice Brewing (NED) • Tiffany Christopher – Salto Coffee Works (NED) • Caribou Mountain Collective – Gold Hill Inn (GH) • Kevin Dooley – Jamestown Mercantile (JT) • Western Skyline – Oskar Blues Grill & Brew (LY) • Mountain Town Trio – Aspen & Evergreen Gallery (EP) • Great Blue – The Lounge @ Snowy Peaks Winery (EP) • Max Wagner & Jeff Jenkins – Earthwood Collections (EP) December 2-3 • DJ EJ – Ameristar Casino (BH) December 3 • Tony Rosario – Alpine Restaurant & Bar (GT) • Jim Stahlhut – Troia’s Café & Marketplace (GT) • The Ned Trio – Pioneer Inn (NED) • Jack Colonna – Very Nice Brewing (NED) • Jeff Austin Band, Grant Farm – Caribou Room (NED) • Danny Shafer & Ben Hanna – Gold Hill Store & Pub (GH) • Mark’s Midnight Carnival Show – Jamestown Mercantile (JT)

• 4th Anniversary & Prohibition Repeal Day Party – Spirit Hound Distillery (LY) • Hometown Honkytonk Band – Oskar Blues Grill & Brew (LY)

• Music in the Morning: Antonio Lopez – The Stone Cup (LY)

• Sean Flynn – Rock Inn Mountain Tavern (EP) • Adam Green – Cultural Arts Council of Estes Park (EP) December 4 • Flynn & Company – Very Nice Brewing (NED) • Jake Schepps & Round Window Revue – Salina Schoolhouse (SA)

• Masontown, Weston Smith – Gold Hill Inn (GH) • Music in the Morning: Amy Francis – The Stone

MOUNTAIN MUSIC – sounds from the high country Celebrate family, music, friends at holiday show

ing with us. A celebration of the mountain music community is

By Jeffrey V. Smith what I’m aiming for,” he said.

NEDERLAND rab an ugly sweater, some dancing shoes and prepare Because Herman was a fixture in the Nederland scene for to join Vince Herman in a Nederland-style celebration so many years, a number of successful local musicians—and of family, music and community at “A Very Caribou even more across the country—view him as a mentor and musical sage. “It’s just a huge honor to have Christmas,” Dec. 17. The former area been doing this long enough that we’ve resident, and leader of Leftover Salmbecome the old guys on the scene,” he on, is sharing The Caribou Room stage said. “Nederland has so much music with his talented sons, and a variety of created here, and we were lucky enough top local musicians. An Ugly Sweater to be here a bunch of years to celebrate Contest with prizes, a happy hour and relationships with the people who have a half and vendors selling locallybeen rising up in the music scene. I’ve made crafts are also incorporated into been lucky enough to know them a long the evening. The Gael open the show. time in our Ned world, and it’s just an The evening’s headlining act is honor to get to hang with such great “primarily the Herman Clan,” the guipeople. It’s also an honor to think we’ve tarist explained, since his sons Colin been some sort of influence on folks.”

Huff and Gipsy Moon’s Silas Herman Friends and family are actually what will be joining in on stage. “It is just Herman misses most about living in the the most fun thing in the world to pick area. He’s not as nostalgic about our with your kids, especially on a holiday weather. These days, living at 1,000 kind of thing,” Herman said. “I live in feet of elevation “kind of works for me Oregon now, so coming back here is Vince Herman headlines “A Very Caribou in my older age,” he said. “I like the clipretty fun for me.”

Christmas” with his sons at Nederland’s The mate a little better out there, and there is To “work that along,” the Hermans Caribou Room, Dec. 17.

Photo by Jeffrey V. Smith a great music community that I’ve been have enlisted Dave Johnston of Yonder Mountain String Band on banjo and Jeremy Garrett of The Infa- able to tap into. It’s a source of a lot of joy for me.” mous Stringdusters on fiddle. “I’m not sure at this point how the Herman, who is known for transforming ordinary performancrest of the band will fill up, but we have lots of local friends up es into a celebration for audiences large and small, himself has a here, who—if they are in town—will be coming up and celebratContinued on page 26

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Cup (LY)

December 7 • Lyons High School Jazz Band – Oskar Blues Grill & Brew (LY)

December 8 • Holiday Concert w/Rebecca Folsom & Sally Barris – Georgetown Heritage Center (GT) • Open Mic Night – Very Nice Brewing (NED) • Open Stage – Oskar Blues Grill & Brew (LY) December 9 • Jim Stahlhut – Troia’s Café & Marketplace (GT) • Travelin’ McCoury’s Bluegrass Ball, Pert Near Sandstone – Caribou Room (NED) • Gabrielle – Very Nice Brewing (NED) • Bonnie & the Clydes – Gold Hill Inn (GH) • Katie Glassman & Snapshot – Oskar Blues Grill & Brew (LY)

• Just Jill – The Lounge @ Snowy Peaks Winery (EP) December 9-10 • DJ Al Taylor – Ameristar Casino (BH) December 10 • Rubyfruit – Bread Bar (SP)

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The Cultural Arts Council of Estes Park hosts “cozy concerts” in its gallery, 423 W. Elkhorn Ave., on Saturdays from 3-4:30 p.m. Admission is $7. Adam Green, Moraine Belles, Elk Hollow and Douglas Klink perform in December. New silent auctions take place weekly. www.estesarts.com • 970-586-9203

300 DAYS PERFORM ‘PROGRASS’

Featuring members of Mountain Standard Time, The Fox Street All Stars and Stereofidelics, 300 Days plays the Stage Stop in Rollinsville, Dec. 17 at 8 p.m. The band has its roots in bluegrass, folk, rock, jazz and Americana, and delivers “highly-crafted” originals in a style members call “prograss.” stagestoprollinsville.com • 303-258-0649

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Nederland-based Elephant Revival and Gipsy Moon team-up for a show at the Boulder Theater, Dec. 8 at 8:30 p.m. Both bands draw on elements of gypsy, rock, Celtic, alt-country and folk styles. Tickets are $30 in advance online or at the box office and $35 at the door. bouldertheater.com • 303-786-7030

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Band of Heathens rings in the new year at The Caribou Room, Dec. 31.

Celebrate new year with live music FRONT RANGE As usual, Colorado music venues are playing host to a staggering number of noteworthy New Year’s Eve concerts.

It can be difficult for live music fans to choose where to celebrate the turning of the calendar. Even our mountain venues are making it difficult to choose, as nationally touring and regionally popular bands perform, Dec. 31, in rooms from Georgetown to Estes Park.

The biggest show at altitude this year is the Band of Heathens at The Caribou Room in Nederland. In the course of evolving from loose assemblage to worldclass rock ’n’ roll outfit, the band has built a potent body of recorded work that’s won the Austin, Texas ensemble a fiercely loyal fan base and a reputation as one of its hometown’s most vital musical resources.

The band is also known as one of America’s hardest-working touring acts, while revealing a musical and lyrical depth that consistently enriches an infectious songcraft. Bonnie & the Clydes open the show.

The Stage Stop in Rollinsville welcomes the Jaden Carlson Band on New Year’s Eve. The band is a four-piece “funksion” ensemble from Boulder. Carlson, the front of the band, with her “oft

face-melting prowess on the guitar as well as thought-provoking lyricism,” has led many to tag her as an “old soul” and “well beyond her years.” Denver’s DIGG emphasizes melodic guitar harmonizing with grand keyboards, funky bass grooves, improv solos, and thought-provoking lyrics.

The Gasoline Lollipops, an alt-country band that combines the sincerity of dirtfloor folk with the rebelliousness of punk, perform at the Gold Hill Inn, Dec. 31. The act won Denver Westword’s 2016 award for “Best Country Artist.” Los Primos Melodicos de Santa Fe, a Latin and AfroCuban band, opens the show.

The Rock Inn Mountain Tavern in Estes Park welcome back Chain Station for its New Year’s Eve concert. The band’s music is well-steeped in Americana roots, with vocal harmonies that are high, lonesome, and tight. Their picking ranges from lightning-fast to mountain mellow.

Halden Wofford & the Hi*Beams play Oskar Blues Grill & Brew in Lyons, the Mountain Town Trio plays a party at the American Legion Hall in Estes Park and Bittersweet plays Troia’s Café and Marketplace in Georgetown. Nederland’s Pioneer Inn and Ned’s and other mountain venues will also host live music, to be announced.

Intimate concert series returns LYONS Lyons-based High Street Concerts is a volunteer-run, non-profit concert series founded in July 2003. Its mission is to present national and local acoustic and Americana acts in an intimate community setting. Organizers are currently hard at work getting ready for their first concert of the season, Bonnie & the Clydes, Dec. 10, at Rogers Hall.

“We’re looking forward to seeing old friends and making new as we embark on our 14th annual concert series,” according to the concert series’ website. “Music unites us in ways that no other medium can.”

Continuing their yearly holiday show tradition, this first concert in the series is a fund-raiser and food drive for the Lyons Emergency Assistance Fund food pantry.

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dynamic three part harmonies, and “rippin’ guitar solos,” as well as Bonnie Sims’ “powerful and unique vocal style.” Bonnie and The Clydes. Opening the show is a new bluegrass and country duo, Trouble and Love.

Patrons are asked to bring a canned food item or cash donation for the Lyons Emergency Assistance Fund Food pantry.

The 14th season of High Street Concerts continues with The Railsplitters and Steep Ravine, Feb. 11, 2017 and Darol Anger’s Republic of Strings, April 22, 2017.

Concerts begin at 8 p.m. with doors at 7 p.m. Tickets are available online or in person at The Stone Cup in Lyons.

Rogers Hall is located at 4th and High St. in Lyons. Visit highstreetconcerts.com for more information.

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Dear Somebody

Bonnie & the Clydes Sally Barris and Rebecca Folsom perform at the Georgetown Heritage Center, Dec. 8.

‘Powerful’ singer-songwriters team-up for holiday performance GEORGETOWN Two exquisitely powerful singer-songwriters, Rebecca Folsom and Sally Barris, take the Georgetown Heritage Center stage, Dec. 8 at 7 p.m., offering a musical bounty that will “warm your heart, feed your soul, and alight delicious holiday spirit.” Ring in the season with their beautiful harmonies, new original Christmas songs and old favorites. Tickets are $18 online and $20 at the door.

Each award-winning performer is a powerhouse. Both dynamic performers are national touring artists fronting their own bands. From the most tender songwriting to rock the house grooves, this is a not-to-be-missed show.

Rebecca Folsom’s music is about liberation. Her songs crack open hearts, inspire hope and leave listeners with a deeper perspective. Rebecca’s world-class voice

traverses a near-four-octave range.

Barris is a top Nashville songwriter who has had songs covered by Kathy Mattea, Martina McBride and Lee Ann Womack.

Her song “Let The Wind Chase You”, recorded by Trisha Yearwood and Keith Urban, received a Grammy nomination for vocal collaboration in 2009. Her writing credits are impressive, but fans and peers are most captivated by her bright spirit and expressive mountain soprano.

The two also perform at Arvada’s Olde Town Pickin Parlor on Dec. 9, a Lyons house concert on Dec. 10 and Boulder house concert on Dec. 11.

The Georgetown Heritage Center is located at 809 Taos St. Call 303-5690289 or visit georgetowntrust.org to learn more.

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Continued from page 23 “blast” and finds it “fun” to get into a “different musical setting” and step away from his main gig with Salmon. He also relishes the energy of a small, Colorado mountain town show. “We love the ski towns, and the energy that’s in those places is very helpful to the energy of a show. People are just willing to put it out there,” he explained.

As much as Herman is excited to perform with his sons and local friends, he’s just as thrilled to be doing it at The Caribou Room. “I can’t wait to see that room in operation,” he said. “I’ve seen the room empty, and it’s an achievement for Ned to have such a world-class facility. It’s really great for the community. I’m really thankful to [owner Peter Fiori] for investing in this thing. It’s so good for the scene.”

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Celtic, bluegrass and old-time music. For this performance, the band is joined by special guest Joe Jogerst, Leftover Salmon’s first keyboardist.

In addition to world-class music, vendors will be selling locally-made items for holiday gifts. Dynamic Roots Apothecary will have locally-grown organic teas and tinctures and Randmglassworks is offering locally hand-blown glassware, ornaments and paraphernalia. Essoya is selling locally hand-crafted candles and gifts, while Kathy Bremers will have fine art paintings and cards.

Tickets are $20, plus fees, and are available in advance on the venue’s website or at the door the day of the show.

The Caribou Room is located at 55 Indian Peaks Drive in Nederland.

Visit www.thecaribouroom.com for information and tickets.

Dec. 9: Gold Hill Inn Dec. 10: Rogers Hall, Lyons Dec. 31: The Caribou Room, Nederland w/Band of Heathens

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onnie and Taylor Sims are a musical couple from Texas who now make their home in the Rocky Mountains. The two play as a duo and front a five piece country and rock band called Bonnie & the Clydes.

With four critically acclaimed albums and multiple awards, they continue to write, perform and produce “real Americana music that is truly their own.”

Dear Somebody, the bands latest was released in May. “I am so proud of this project, this is my life in 11 songs, and they’re all written by Taylor and I,” Bonnie said. The band worked with Sally Van Meter and the staff of Longmont’s Wind Over The Earth in the studio.

Over the last five years the duo have made a name for themselves as a true Colorado treasure with a full touring schedule as well as many teaching and speaking commitments.

Bonnie Sims plays mandolin and carries on the musical tradition of her father, a life long Texas banjo playing legend and songwriter.

Taylor Sims plays flat-top guitar and is an award-winning songwriter and recording artist from wide open spaces of West Texas.

Bonnie & the Clydes started in 2010, and has been making waves on the Colorado and national music scene ever since. The act features strong songwriting, dynamic threepart harmonies, and “rippin’ guitar solos” with Bonnie’s powerful and unique vocal style. Bonnie & the Clydes were named “Best Country Band” by Westword in 2013 and 2014.

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Folk duo seeks ‘acoustic nectar’

Logan Green, Wes Rather and Derek Dames Ohl of Flash Mountain Flood

Band brings holiday show to mountains ROLLINSVILLE Celebrate the season with Flash Mountain Flood’s Holiday Show at the Stage Stop, Dec. 23 from 9 p.m.-midnight. A free shuttle runs from Nederland.

Boulder’s Flash Mountain Flood is a rock jam band “passionately dedicated to keeping one of the greatest American music cultures available for people to experience and enjoy.” While keeping a traditional feel to its original music and live performances, every show is “deeply

committed to experimentation.”

Members include Logan Green on lead guitar and vocals, Wes Rather on rhythm guitar and vocals, Derek Dames Ohl on bass and vocals, Paul Copoulos on keys and Taner Clark on drums and percussion.

The Stage Stop is located at 60 Main St. in Rollinsville. To learn more, visit stagestoprollinsville.com or call 303258-0649.

Mountain MUSIC Calendar • Andrew Wynne – Alpine Restaurant & Bar (GT) • Amy Rose – Troia’s Café & Marketplace (GT) • We Are Water: Standing Rock Benefit w/The Copper Children, Homemade Spaceship and more – The Scarlet (CC) • ONDA – Rocky Mountain Oyster Bar (NED) • Flash Mountain Flood – Very Nice Brewing (NED) • Beauty of My Land – Pioneer Inn (NED) • Fox Feather – Oskar Blues Grill & Brew (LY) • High Street Concerts: Bonnie & The Clydes, Trouble & Love – Rogers Hall (LY) • Music in the Morning: Thomas Gronberg – The Stone Cup (LY) • Jay Stott – Rock Inn Mountain Tavern (EP) • Moraine Belles – Cultural Arts Council of Estes Park (EP) • Christmas in the Rocky w/Mountain Town Trio, Peggy Man, 3 Moons West, more – American Legion Hall (EP) December 11 • Eric Stone – Very Nice Brewing (NED) • Moors & McCumber, The Goodins – Gold Hill Inn (GH) • Music in the Morning: Tomas Cassell & Colin Hotz – The Stone Cup (LY) December 14 • Big Thompson Flood – Stage Stop (RV) December 15 • Karaoke – Stage Stop (RV) • Celtic Session w/The Gael – Very Nice Brewing (NED) • Bluegrass Pick – Salina Schoolhouse (SA) • Open Mic & Cookie Swap – Spirit Hound Distillery (LY) December 16 • Gary & Claudia – Troia’s Café & Marketplace (GT) • Danny Shafer – Rocky Mountain Oyster Bar (NED) • Electric Red – Pioneer Inn (NED) • Coral Creek featuring Tim Carbone – The Caribou Room (NED) • Tim Mooney – Very Nice Brewing (NED) • Banshee Tree – Gold Hill Inn (GH) • The Complete Unknowns – Oskar Blues Grill & Brew (LY) • Just Jill – Rock Inn Mountain Tavern (EP) • Follow the Fox – The Lounge @ Snowy Peaks Winery (EP) • Snowall Christmas Dinner & Dance Celebration w/ Mountain Town Trio – YMCA of the Rockies (EP) December 17 • Jack Yoder – Troia’s Café & Marketplace (GT) • Rick Lewis Project – Reserve Casino (CC) • 300 Days featuring Nick Dunbar, Dave “Pump” Solzberg, Brad Murphey, more – Stage Stop (RV) • Wildwood Roots – Very Nice Brewing (NED) • “A Very Caribou Christmas” w/Vince Herman & Friends – Caribou Room (NED) • Open Jam w/Mike & Bonnie Coats – Gold Hill Store & Pub (GH)

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• Gasoline Lollipops – Oskar Blues Grill & Brew (LY) • Music in the Morning: Jim Powers – The Stone Cup (LY) • Elk Hollow – Cultural Arts Council of Estes Park (EP) December 18 • Many Mountains – Very Nice Brewing (NED) • New Family Dog – Gold Hill Inn (GH) • Music in the Morning: Jesse Garland – The Stone Cup (LY) December 22 • Brassaholics – Very Nice Brewing (NED) December 22-23 • Gregory Alan Isakov & Reed Foehl – Gold Hill Inn (GH) December 23 • Jim Stahlhut – Troia’s Café & Marketplace (GT) • Flash Mountain Flood Holiday Show – Stage Stop (RV) • Feral Heart – Pioneer Inn (NED) • The Red Petal – Oskar Blues Grill & Brew (LY) • Dahlby & Nadine – The Lounge @ Snowy Peaks Winery (EP) December 23-24 • DJ Rockstar Aaron – Ameristar Casino (BH) December 24 • Douglas Klink – Cultural Arts Council of Estes Park (EP) December 27 • Sky Choice – Rock Inn Mountain Tavern (EP) December 28 • Jon Pickett – Rock Inn Mountain Tavern (EP) December 29 • Karaoke – Stage Stop (RV) • Sean Flynn – Rock Inn Mountain Tavern (EP) December 30 • Jim Stahlhut – Troia’s Café & Marketplace (GT) • All Hat, No Horse – Very Nice Brewing (NED) • Ragged Union – Oskar Blues Grill & Brew (LY) • Will Thomas – The Lounge @ Snowy Peaks Winery (EP) December 31 • Bittersweet – Troia’s Café & Marketplace (GT) • Jaden Carlson Band, DIGG – Stage Stop (RV) • Band of Heathens – Caribou Room (NED) • New Year’s Eve Live Music – Pioneer Inn (NED) • Gasoline Lollipops New Year’s Eve Dance Party, Los Primos Melodicos de Santa Fe – Gold Hill Inn (GH) • Halden Wofford & the Hi*Beams – Oskar Blues Grill & Brew (LY)

• Chain Station New Year’s Eve Bash – Rock Inn Mountain Tavern (EP)

• New Year’s Eve Party w/Mountain Town Trio – American Legion Hall (EP)

NEDERLAND Always in search of “acoustic nectar,” Wildwood Roots is a folk and instrumental duo from the Front Range.

The two perform at Very Nice Brewing in Nederland, Dec. 17.

The act’s combination of fiddle, piano, guitar, and vocals “provides a rich sonic palette for explorations of sweetness, darkness, and the mystery of any song they play.” While its members specialty is a mix of folk, indie, and bluegrass roots styles, their “thirst for original composition, harmonic exploration and improvisation seek to nourish the mind and replenish the creative spirit.”

WEEKLY MUSIC Sunday • Bluegrass Jam – Brightwood Music (NED)

• Open Mic Night – Fajita Rita’s (EP) Monday • Open Jovan “Open Mic Jimtown Style” – Jamestown Mercantile (JT)

Tuesday • Open Mic – Pioneer Inn (NED) • Taco Tuesday w/Live Music – Salto Coffee Works (NED) • “A Night at the Goat” Open Mic – KYGT Radio (IS) • Bluegrass Pick – Oskar Blues Grill & Brew (LY) Wednesday • Blues Night – Pioneer Inn (NED) • Vinyl Night – Very Nice Brewing (NED) • Open Mic Night w/Justin Faye – Lonigans Pub (EP) Thursday • Acoustic Grumpy Jam – Alpine Restaurant & Bar (GT) • Open Jam – Pioneer Inn (NED) • Open Bluegrass Pick – Rocky Mountain Oyster Bar (NED) • Ladies Night w/Mountain Town Trio – Fajita Rita’s (EP) • Open Bluegrass Jam – Rock Inn Mountain Tavern (EP) Friday • Karaoke – Lonigans Pub (EP) • Live Music – Fajita Rita’s (EP) Friday-Saturday • Ray Young Jazz Piano – Nicky’s Steakhouse (EP) Saturday • Karaoke – Lonigans Pub (EP) AP = Allenspark BC = Boulder County BH = Black Hawk CC = Central City CCC= Coal Creek Canyon EM = Empire EP = Estes Park GC = Gilpin County GRC = Grand County GGC = Gldn. Gate Canyon GH = Gold Hill GT = Georgetown IS = Idaho Springs

JT = Jamestown LC = Larimer County LV = Loveland LY = Lyons NED = Nederland RV = Rollinsville SA = Salina SMG = St. Mary’s Glacier SP = Silver Plume SC = Summit County WD = Ward WP = Winter Park

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