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CULTURE

Group gathers to learn about sky, stars, moon, planets Page 8

ARTS

Swing dance lessons created for mountain residents Page 15

MUSIC

Acoustic blues ‘greats’ collaborate on new material Page 20

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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IceFishing Get Hooked on the Serene Winter Sport

COVER STORY: There is no reason Colorado’s spectacular fishing has to end once the temperatures drop and the state’s great fishing spots freeze over. Ice fishing is a great way to extend the season while experiencing the state’s outstanding scenery and picturesque lakes in a wintertime setting. After all, the fish don’t hibernate or take the season off, so why should you. Page 7

Ice Fishing on Georgetown Lake/Photo by Jeffrey V. Smith

Historic Schoolhouses

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Alice Schoolhouse/Alice Historical Society Location: 271 Silver Creek Rd., Alice Date Built: 1906 Info: alicehistoricalsociety.org 303-519-0444

Dumont School/Mill Creek Valley Historical Society Location: 150 Dumont Lane, Dumont Date Built: 1909 Info: mcvhs.org questions@mcvhs.org

Community groups save historic school buildings 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.

Mill City was founded in 1859, but in 1880 the name was changed to Dumont in honor of Colonel John M. Dumont, a pio-

neer and influential mining man in the county. At one time, Colonel Dumont owned three mines in the area. Dumont/Mill City was once an important stage coach stop and was known for its ore stamping mills and smelting enterprises. In 1880, Dumont was home to around 100 people and consisted of two hotels, a general store, a school and a firehouse. The Mill City House, built in 1860 still stands as does the Dumont School which was erected in 1909.

When I-70 was built, much of the southern half of the city was sacrificed to create The Dumont School is now home to the Continued on page 12 Mill Creek Valley Historical Society.

TAKE NOTE – supporting our community

Volume 9, Issue 2 • February 2016

February filled with events, activities, Leap Day PEAK TO PEAK According to folklore, if it is cloudy when a groundhog emerges from its burrow on Feb. 2, then spring will come early; if it is sunny, the groundhog will supposedly see its shadow and retreat back into its burrow, and the winter weather will persist for six more weeks. None of that matter up here in the mountains. We’ll be enjoying winter weather until April no matter what a prognosticating rodent says.

Take the time to plan an outdoor adventure during one of Colorado’s snowiest months.

One option to take advantage of Colorado’s beautiful winters is to get to a

mountain lake and try ice fishing. Take a look at the cover story this month to learn more. It’s a great, serene way to enjoy the outdoors, and possibly bring home a fresh trout for dinner at the same time.

Obviously, keep Feb. 7 open for some serious football viewing. Super Bowl 50 in San Francisco features our Broncos and Carolina Panthers. While there is always interest in the big game, this year has an abundance of events planned to celebrate the local team’s attempt at their third Super Bowl win. Get out and support a local establishment’s celebration and root on the home team with friends and neighbors.

The same applies to Valentine’s Day.

Empire resident victim of hit-and-run driver, needs help with medical bills EMPIRE Empire’s Desiree Culver needs your help. In November, she was walking home from working at Starbucks, and was struck by a hit-and-run driver on County Road 308 in Dumont. The accident caused her mild brain damage, a spinal injury—which needs surgery—and a massive hematoma extending from her hip to her knee. She cannot work due to her injuries and can only move around with the help of a walker. The Clear Creek County local, she lived in Silver Plume before moving to Empire, is seek- Desiree Culver ing help through a gofundme page.

“It was cold out the day after Thanksgiving, so I had my pink jacket on with my bean as I sat out on my lunch break workout to meet my friend,” Culver said. “I was facing traffic so I could be seen that evening, like I had other evenings, when I saw car lights approaching. I moved over to the left a little bit more, when the next thing I knew I was in the hospital and my vision was blurry, my neck was on fire and I couldn’t use my right leg.”

She soon learned she had been hit by a car. “They left me on the side of the road and for almost two hours, I was unconscious,” Culver said. “My glasses were broken… as I was hit in the front and left side of the head. I now have a mild brain injury, so life is different now.” Culver had an epidural in late January that helped with her pain, but not entirely. “I had an MRI of my knee and learned I’ll not be able to use this leg without surgery.” she said.

Culver explained the money is to assist her with her accumulating medical bills as well as general expenses, since she hasn’t been able to work.

To contribute to Desiree Culver’s gofundme account, visit www.gofundme.com/ctfkqmgs

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Pick a new mountain restaurant with a special menu and treat a special someone to a unique night out.

This month also includes Leap Day, Feb. 29. According to an old Irish legend, or possibly history, St Brigid struck a deal with St Patrick to allow women to propose to men every four years. This is believed to have been introduced to balance the traditional roles of men and women in a similar way to how Leap Day balances the calendar. “Leap-year babies” also get a rare chance to celebrate a birthday on their actual birth date.

The month is also filled with numerous more mountain events and activities.

Check out our calendar listings for something fun to do every day.

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.

Al-Anon – Allenspark Fire Department, 5 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.

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 – 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.

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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February 3

Sightseeing at Pluto

Dr. Leslie Young has devoted her career to the study of the outer solar system, in particular the dwarf planet Pluto and its surroundings. She will share some of the latest pictures and findings from the New Horizons mission, Feb. 3 from 7-8 p.m. at the Nederland Community Library, 200 Hwy.; 72 N. Young worked at NASA Ames Research Center and Boston University prior to joining the staff of the Southwest Research Institute in Boulder in 1999. She has worked extensively on the New Horizons mission to Pluto and the Kuiper Belt. To learn more, visit nederland.colibraries.org, call 303258-1101 or e-mail nederlandlibrary@gmail.com.

February 6

Chairlift Speed Dating

Loveland Ski Area and LuvByrd, the online dating site for outdoor enthusiasts, host a chairlift speed dating event, Feb. 6. Couples are paired based on age and gender, then ride the chairlift with the option to ski down together, make a few runs or be matched up again. Get a raffle ticket for our end of the day raffle with every ride up the lift. This is a great opportunity to meet like-minded skiers and snowboarders, and hopefully make a lasting connection.

Discount tickets are available for those who preregister and an after party with a huge raffle and beer rounds out a great day on the slopes. For more information and to preregister, visit luvbyrd.com, call 303-571-5580 or e-mail Loveland@skiloveland.com.

‘Gardening at Altitude’ presentation

The Estes Park in Bloom steering committee invites the community to learn about “Conquering the Challenges of Gardening at Altitude,” with local gardening expert Merle Moore. The free program, a first in a series of gardening and landscaping programs, takes place at the Estes Park Museum, 200 Fourth Street, Feb. 6 at 9 a.m. Moore will share his experiences and expertise on high-altitude gardening.

The committee will schedule programs on topics of community interest. For more information, visit www.estes.org/americainbloom or contact Keri Kelly at 970-577-3782 or kkelly@estes.org.

‘Stay Active with Massage’ demonstration

Massage therapy student Rachel Ward discusses the role of fascia and trigger points in the body, demonstrates self-massage techniques and presents information about the benefits of massage at the free “Stay Active With Massage” presentation at The Old Gallery, 14863 Hwy. 7 in Allenspark, Feb. 6 from 3-4 p.m. Free healthy snacks will be provided by Sunshine Mountain Lodge. For more information, visit theoldgallery.org and to RSVP, e-mail rwardel@gmail.com.

February 6-13

Winter Snowshoe Walk

Responding to popular demand, Rocky Mountain Conservancy is again hosting educational snowshoe walks in the Wild Basin area of Rocky Mountain National Park through March. The four-mile hike for kids and families includes trekking through snow-covered pine, spruce and fir forests to discover the beauty of Rocky Mountain National Park under a blanket of snow. Participants will learn about the importance of winter to the natural ecosystem. They will discover how plants and animals adapt to the harsher weather conditions in order to survive the season. Classes are offered Feb. 6 and 13, March 5 and 19. For more information, including fees, or to register for the hike, visit rmconservancy.org or call 970-586-3262.

February 9

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February Art Spa: 3-D Valentine’s Day Cards Bicycle Maintenance Class The Town of Estes Park’s Senior Services Division holds its monthly Art Spa, Feb. 9, at the Estes Park Senior Center, 220 Fourth St. from 1-3 p.m. For February’s project, participants will learn techniques to create Valentine’s cards using simple materials that can be found around the house. “Upcycling” magazines, buttons, ribbon, wrapping paper, and cardboard are great ways to impress your friends and family. Art Spa projects are designed to help participants relax and encourage creative expression. The cost for each class is $5 for members of Estes Park Senior Citizens Center, Inc. or $7 for nonmembers. All materials are provided and no artistic experience is necessary. Advanced registration is required. For more information, call 970-586-2996 or visit www.estes.org/seniorcenter.

February 13

Art Station Titan & Stargazing Party

Titan is the largest moon of Saturn. One of the most fascinating places in the Solar System and one of the few places that harbors organic molecules. In Art Station: Titan, Feb. 13 at the Georgetown Heritage Center, 809 Taos St., participants will learn about Titan through the technique of scientific illustration just as Galileo, Leonardo da Vinci and other great scientists captured their investigations. Instructor Naomi Pequette is the Assistant Coordinator for Earth and Space Science Gallery Programs at the Denver Museum of Nature and Science. Thirty-minute sessions are available at 5 p.m. or 6 p.m. Volunteers will have telescopes set up to view the stars throughout the evening. Come for one or both. Each event is $5 per person. Visit georgetowntrust.org or e-mail info@georgetownheritagecenter.org to learn more.

Valentine’s Dance at Golden Gate Grange Community Center

The annual Valentine’s Dance at the Golden Gate Grange Community Center, 25201 Golden Gate Canyon Road, Feb. 13 from 7-9:30 p.m., will feature a festive atmosphere and the live musical vocals of “Magic Moments.” Dance to classics from the ’50s, ’60s and ’70s along with country and Western tunes. Bring a Valentine, or not, and kick up your heels, enjoy a slow dance or join in on the fancy footwork of line dancing. Refreshments will be served and door prizes awarded. Tickets are $10 in advance and $12.50 at the door.

Everyone is welcome. For more information or tickets call Phoebe Reese at 303-277-1742 or Terri Costeldia at 303-277-0351. Visit www.goldengategrange.com for more details.

February 14

Valentine’s Day concert with Jerry Barlow

Estes Park Music Festival’s special Valentine’s Day concert, Feb. 14, in the MacGregor Room of the Stanley Hotel features cultural enrichment through music, story and laughter with Celtic guitarist Jerry Barlow. His music will “soothe the soul, warm the heart, and lift the spirit” as he brings the songs alive by sharing history, legend and humor. Other upcoming concerts include Fred and Audrey Peterbark, Feb. 21 and a special concert featuring the first appearance of the String Quartet from Denver’s Premiere Sphere Ensemble on Feb. 28. All concerts begin at 2 p.m. Single tickets are $10 each, but children and students are admitted at no charge.

For more information, call 970-586-9519, e-mail info@EstesParkMusicFestival.org or visit www.EstesParkMusicFestival.org.

Shuttle service expands loop to Central City BLACK HAWK The award winning Black Hawk Tramway Shuttle Service added Central City to its route at the beginning of the year, renaming the service the “Black Hawk & Central City Tramway.” The shuttle service will be free to all riders at all times.

Current bus stops will expand to 18. There will be 15 stops in Black Hawk, with the addition of a new stop at the Red Dolly Casino, and three new stops in Central City at Johnny Z’s Casino, Bonanza Casino, and the Reserve Casino & Hotel.

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stops were rebranded to convey the new look and feel of the service.

“These are good-looking, comfortable buses that offer a safe, reliable way to get around both gaming communities,’’ Black Hawk Mayor David D. Spellman said. “The agreement with Central City provides precisely what we all hoped to accomplish for the patrons of Black Hawk and Central City. It’s a better ride.”

Look for the red buses with the “Black Hawk & Central City Tramway” logo. The white busses from the current Central City Shuttle are no longer being used

The buses operate continuously, seven days a week, mid-morning until early the following morning.

Monday through Thursday it runs approximately every 30 minutes from 10 a.m. to 2:30 a.m. On weekends, Friday-Sunday, they run approximately every 30 minutes from 10 a.m. to noon as well as midnight to 3:30 a.m. and approximately every 20 minutes from noon to 2 a.m.

Visit www.cityofblackhawk.org to learn more. The tramway service is operated by MV Transportation which can be contacted at 303-7613145 ext. 300.

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Learn basic bike maintenance every bicycle rider should know before heading out on the trail, Feb. 8 and 25 from 6-7:30 p.m. at the Walter Self Senior Housing Building, 335 Railroad Ave. in Lyons.

Dave Chase of Redstone Cyclery will teach participants tools for a rider’s backpack and how to use them. The cost for both classes is $45. Register at Town Hall or e-mail llegault@townoflyons.com.

Learn more at townoflyons.com or call 303-823-8250

February 19

Conversation About Aging Well in Community

Jamestown residents are creating an “aging in place” volunteer system with a goal to identify and address needs of seniors in the Jamestown area including transportation, social engagement, nutrition, home maintenance, safety, and more. They are hosting a “Conversation About Aging Well in Community” luncheon, Feb. 19 from noon-2 p.m. Although not church-related, Jamestown Community Church, 120 Main St., is hosting and providing food. It is a community-wide event and seniors, near-seniors, families and friends are encouraged to participate. Register with Millissa Berry at millissa.berry@jamestownco.org or call 303-449-1806.

February 20

Single Women Homesteaders in Estes Park

Drawn by the beauty of the mountains as well as by their hopes of a better life, numerous single women took advantage of The Homestead Act in the early years of the 20th century as a way to become owners of mountain property. This presentation, Feb. 20 at 2 p.m., at the Estes Park Museum, 200 4th St., will discuss why about 12 percent of homesteaders at the turn of the century were single women while sharing colorful stories of four independent women who wrote about their experiences near Estes Park: Anna Wolfram, Katherine Garetson, Esther Burnell and Amanda Blocker Byrd. Visit www.estes.org/museumevents or call 970-586-6256 to learn more.

February 27

New Belgium Mountain Adventure

The infamous New Belgium Mountain Adventure returns to Arapahoe Basin Ski Area, 28194 US Hwy. 6, Feb. 27 beginning at 9 a.m.

Don a costume, chase chickens, search for bigfoot and answer ridiculous riddles while skiing and bonding with friends. Assemble a team, bring $10 per person and a ski pass (or purchase a lift ticket) and join the fleet of New Belgium and Arapahoe Basin characters on the slopes. Registration begins in the Base Area at 9 a.m. and the event runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. A post-hunt celebration in the Base Area Plaza follows. To learn more, visit www.arapahoebasin.com, e-mail abasin@a-basin.net or call 1-888-ARAPAHOE.

February 28

Beers ‘n Brushes with Arthur Lee Land

Grab a beer—the first is included—and a paintbrush for Beers ‘n Brushes with musician Arthur Lee Land, Feb. 28 from 7-9 p.m., at Western Stars Gallery, 160 E. Main St. in Lyons. The music inspires in this open painting experience. Participants also receive painting tips, advice and feedback during the $25 class. To hold a spot, e-mail info@westernstarsgallerystudio.com or call 303-747-3818.

Visit www.westernstarsgallerystudio.com for more information.

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

FOOD & DRINK CALENDAR

February 1 • Nederland Area Seniors Luncheon Program: Nutrition – Nederland Community Center (NED) February 2 • Soup Night – Old Gallery (AP) February 3 • Community Cupboard Food Bank – Old Gallery (AP) • Coffee-Chat with the Mayor – Senior Center (EP) February 4 • Nederland Food Pantry – Nederland Community Center (NED)

• Open Mic Potluck: Mexican – Spirit Hounds Distillery (LY) February 5 • Wild Women Wines Tasting – Peak Wine & Spirits (NED) • Seafood Buffet – Other Side Restaurant (EP) • Community Corner Café: Pork Chops w/Stuffing – Shepherd of the Mountain Lutheran Church (EP)

February 6 • Int’l Wine Tasting – Nederland Community Library (NED) February 7 • Super Bowl Party & Free Buffet – Pioneer Inn (NED) • Super “Bowl” Party, Pizza & Snacks – Club Ned (NED) • Super Bowl Party & Potluck – Very Nice Brewing (NED) • Super Bowl Party – Peaceful Valley Ranch (AP) • Super Bowl Special – Rock Creek Tavern & Pizzeria (AP) • Super Bowl Party – Oskar Blues Grill & Brew (LY) • Super Bowl Rumble Party – Longz Mountain Grill (EP) • Super Bowl Party & Free Pizza – Rock Cut Brewery (EP) February 8 • Lovin’ Cup Community Kitchen – Deli at 8236’ (NED) February 9 • Mardi Gras Crawfish Boil – Da Rivuh Fish & BBQ Co. (IS) • Fat Tuesday Celebration – Wheel Bar (EP) February 10 • Estes Park Women’s Club Luncheon & Lizzie’s Fashion Show – Twin Owls (EP) February 11 • Friends of Georgetown Library Soup Lunch – John Tomay Memorial Library (GT)

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New, fresh salad bar offered daily on Peak to Peak

wanted to try it out on Valentine’s Day. The salad bar was beBy Jeffrey V. Smith cause people always ask if we serve lunch, and we always said PEACEFUL VALLEY inding anything other than nature—let alone something ‘with a reservation.’ Now we can offer it to skiers, snowshoers good to eat—along the Peak to Peak between Ward and Al- and stop-in guests. Once we get that rocking we are looking at lenspark is a tall task. Thanks to the new owners at Peaceful Friday night events, bands and more.”

Their Super Bowl Party, Feb. 7, includes pregame snacks and Valley Resort & Conference Center, more options for dining and appetizers, cash bar and all you can eat chili activities are being created in this area barwith fixin’s. It’s $25 a person with two big ren of businesses. Last month, the new crew screen TVs and a prize for “the biggest fan.” added a salad bar—no reservations needed.

Reservations are requested for this one.

Dan and Dianne Brauer, their daughter, For Valentine’s Day Weekend, Feb. 13-14, Amanda, and her husband, Ben Archibald, the resort is offering a special including a fivetook over the property last year and are not course gourmet dinner with wine parings and only giving the place a face-lift and addchampagne and an overnight stay in “romaning amenities, they’re following through on tic accommodations.” The special night with plans to make the place more available to their culinary team is open to just 12 couples. the public and locals. Hosting events, wedPeaceful Valley Resort also offers other opdings, groups, conferences and gatherings is tions to create the “perfect dining experience” still the main business, but getting to know including catering to individual guests as well and catering to locals and visitors passing through is a goal of the family.

Peaceful Valley Resort’s Conference Di- as large groups. The dining rooms in the main lodge can seat up to 150 guests and there are Thanks to Ben’s training as a Le Cordon rector Jeanne Bohlke enjoys the new dining areas on a riverside patio and mounBleu chef, food was the best place to start salad bar, which is open to the public. tain-top site, which is perfect for rehearsal reaching out to the community. The new salad dinners, family cookouts and company picnics. Additionally, evbar offers more than 30 items including Ben’s signature, housemade salads and soups. Unlike anything else that’s been offered at ery stay at Peaceful Valley Resort includes a continental breakfast.

Peaceful Valley in years, patrons can walk in anytime between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m., without reservations. It’s $15 and includes a drink Peaceful Valley Resort & Conference Center is located and soup or bread or sandwiches which change daily. The salad at 475 Peaceful Valley Road near Allenspark. Visit www. bar, however, is just the beginning. peacefulvalley.com, call 303-747-2881 or e-mail howdy@ “We want to create events to start bringing the community peacefulvalley.com to learn more. together, Amanda said. “We have a new wedding menu, so we

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Class teaches natural sexual vitality NEDERLAND Learn to use food, herbs, supplements, essential oils and lifestyle techniques to enhance pleasure and passion, regulate menses, improve fertility, sail through menopause, have great prostate health and much more, Feb. 13 from noon-2 p.m. at the “Natural Remedies for Sexual Vitality” workshop with renowned herbalist Brigitte Mars at the Wild Bear Eco-Arts Lounge. Bring a snack, something to write with and an open mind.

Brigitte Mars has over 40 years of experience as an herbalist. She teaches Herbal Medicine at Naropa University, Bauman College of Holistic Nutrition, The School of Natural Medicine, Living

Arts School and Integrative Earth Medicine in Colorado. She has taught at Omega Institute, Esalen, Kripalu and The Mayo Clinic, blogs for the Huffington Post and is a professional member of the American Herbalist Guild. Mars is also the author of many books and DVDs. Participation costs $30 a person. Payonline via Pay Pal, call 303-258-0495 or pay in-person at Wild Bear any day between 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

Wild Bear Mountain Ecology Center is located at 20 Lakeview Drive in Nederlnad. Visit www.brigittemars. com or wildbear.org for information.

Learn to make sauerkraut, sourdough GILPIN COUNTY The CSU Extension in Gilpin County presents February Fermentations, Feb 27 from 1-4 p.m. at the Gilpin Recreation Center. Learn to make sourdough and sauerkraut for $5, including a sourdough starter.

The class, taught by Extension Director Irene Shonle, will demonstrate how to make probiotic-rich sauerkraut in home kitchens and how to bake a delicious highaltitude-friendly sourdough bread—both considered beneficial for digestion. Par-

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ticipants will leave with handouts and a sourdough starter and will be able to taste sauerkraut and bread samples. Advance registration is required.

The Gilpin Recreation Center is located at 250 Norton Dr. north of Black Hawk. Visit www.gilpinrecreation. com and www.extension.colostate. edu/gilpin or call 303-582-1453 for information and to reserve space.

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Learn to create sushi with valentine ESTES PARK Learn to make Maki sushi, California rolls, Temarizushi “ball sushi” and sushi rice during the Estes Outreach class “Be My Sushi Valentine,” Feb. 12 from 5:30-7:30 p.m., at the Estes Park Middle School Kitchen.

Instructor Miho Horikoshi explains different kinds of seaweed and introduces popular sushi styles. Students receive a sushi

mat and the sushi they make. Miho uses familiar ingredients available locally anytime.

The class costs $38 and supplies are included. Registration deadline is Feb. 5.

Estes Park Middle School is located at 1500 Manford Ave. Visit www.estesoutreach.org/sushi.html to register.

FOOD & DRINK CALENDAR February 12 • 6th Alley Supper Club: Fish Fry – Arapahoe Basin (SC) • Twisted Pine Beer Tasting – Peak Wine & Spirits (NED) • Annual Valentine Soiree: Art, Chocolate & Wine – Aspen & Evergreen Gallery (EP)

• Community Corner Café: Valentine Dinner – Shepherd of the Mountain Lutheran Church (EP)

• Estes Outreach: ‘Be My Sushi Valentine’ w/Miho Horikoshi – Estes Park Middle School (EP) February 12-14 • Valentine’s Weekend Specials – Fawn Brook Inn (AP) • St. Valentine’s Day Menu – Claire’s on the Park (EP) February 13 • Harder Soda Tasting – Mid County Liquors (RV) • Pancake Breakfast for Scholarship Fund – CCCIA Hall (CCC) • Mountain MidLife Social Breakfast – Nederland Community Center (NED)

• Strawberries & Chocolate Fondue – Club Ned (NED) • Polar Bear Club Plunge After Party – Ax & Oar Tavern & Grill (LY)

• Ladies Night Valentine’s Party – Lonigans Saloon (EP) February 13-14 • Romantic Valentine Weekend & Five-Course Gourmet Dinner – Peaceful Valley Ranch (AP) February 14 • Skate the Lake Potluck – Alice Schoolhouse (SMG) • Pancake Breakfast – Golden Gate Grange (GGC) • Romantic Dinner Special – Wild Mountain Smokehouse (NED) • Special Valentine’s Day Menu & Extended Hours – Salto Coffee Works (NED)

• Chocolate & Cannabis Pairing – Club Ned (NED) • Valentine’s Day Food & Drink Specials – Pioneer Inn (NED) • Special Valentine’s Day Menu – Black Forest (NED) • Valentine’s Day Special – Rock Creek Tavern & Pizzeria (AP) • Brunch & Ghost Tour – Stanley Hotel (EP) February 14-15 • Valentine’s Day Celebration Dinner – Cascades Restaurant at Stanley Hotel (EP)

February 17 • Community Cupboard Food Bank – Old Gallery (AP) February 19 • Wine Tasting – Peak Wine & Spirits (NED) • Conversation About Aging Well in Community Luncheon – Jamestown Community Church (JT) • Community Corner Café” Parmesan Chicken – Shepherd of the Mountain Lutheran Church (EP)

February 20 • Moonlight Dinner Series: Foods Of The Pacific Rim – Arapahoe Basin (SC)

• Wild Game Night – Elks Lodge (IS) • Pajama Party Sock Hop & Ice Cream Social – CCCIA Hall (CCC) • Allenspark Area Club Lunch Program: How to Roast Coffee at Home w/Kris Bhatti – Peaceful Valley Resort (AP) February 24 • Nederland Seniors Luncheon Program: Audio Information Network Colorado – Nederland Community Center (NED) February 25 • Nederland Food Pantry – Nederland Community Center (NED) February 26 • Fish Fry – CCCIA Hall (CCC) • Mountain MidLife Social Dinner – Nederland Community Center (NED)

• Redstone Mead Tasting – Peak Wine & Spirits (NED) • Mexican Buffet – Other Side Restaurant (EP) • Community Corner Café: Grill Night – Shepherd of the Mountain Lutheran Church (EP)

February 27 • February Fermentations: Sauerkraut and Sourdough – Gilpin Recreation Center (GC)

• Snap Dragon Wine Tasting – Mid County Liquors (RV)

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• End of the Month Potluck w/Hippo Temple – Club Ned (NED) February 28 • Mountain MidLife Potluck Brunch – Nederland Community Center (NED)

• Vegan Potluck – Estes Valley Library (EP) WEEKLY FOOD Sunday • Tasting Room Open for Cocktails – Dram Apothecary (SP) • Service Industry Sunday – Stage Stop (RV) • Chicken Stir Fry Special – Pioneer Inn (NED) • Brunch & Bloody Mary Bar – Oskar Blues (LY) • Brunch – Lyons Fork (LY) • Champagne Brunch – The Other Side (EP) • Brunch – Sweet Basilico (EP) • Brunch Buffet – Waterfront Grille @ Estes Park Resort (EP) Monday • Charity Night – Lucha Cantina (GT) • Pastor’s Pantry – Whispering Pines Church (CCC) • Maggie’s Marvelous Meatloaf Special – Pioneer Inn (NED) • Nederland Seniors Lunch – Nederland Community Center (NED) • Margarita Mondays – Rock Creek Tavern Pizzeria (AP) Tuesday • Burger Madness – Cables Pub & Grill (EP) Wednesday • Burger Madness – Sundance Café (NED) • Nederland Seniors Lunch – Nederland Community Center (NED) • Pastor’s Pantry – Whispering Pines Church (CCC) • Whiskey Wednesday – Pizza Bar 66 (LY) Thursday • Breakfast for Dinner – Sundance Café (NED) • Gyro Thursdays – Troia’s Café & Marketplace (GT) • Open Mic Potluck – Spirit Hounds Distillery (LY) Friday • Tasting Room Open for Cocktails – Dram Apothecary (SP) • All You Can Eat Taco Night – Elks Lodge (IS) • Chef’s Specials – Stage Stop (RV) • Ribeye Steak Special – Pioneer Inn (NED) • Pastor’s Pantry – Whispering Pines Church (CCC) • Lady’s Night w/Live Music – Rock Creek Tavern Pizzeria (AP) • Burger Madness – Lyons Dairy Bar (LY) • Brunch – Lyons Fork (LY) • Chef’s Special – Cables Pub & Grill (EP) Saturday • Tasting Room Open for Cocktails – Dram Apothecary (SP) • 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) • 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

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Ice fishing perfect way to extend season, experience Colorado in winter before work, during lunch or after work FRONT RANGE here is no reason Colorado’s spec- or after school where as that wouldn’t be tacular fishing has to end once the possible in other locals. We tend to say, if water ways freeze. Ice fishing is a you’ve ever thought about fly fishing, strike great to extend the season while experi- while the iron’s hot. Check it out right now. encing the state’s outstanding scenery and It doesn’t get any closer. It doesn’t get any picturesque lakes in a wintertime setting. easier to step into it.”

After all, the fish don’t hibernate or take Recent reports from popular Georgethe season off, so why should you. Plus, town Lake, with a thickness of more than 12 inches, say anglers have been catching fly hatches occur into February.

While the offerings are more limited rainbow trout and brown trout with both in winter, the options are still world-class species ranging from 12-14 inches. One and most are easy reach. There are also recently caught a 22-inch rainbow. With its location immediice fishing tournaments ately off I-70 between throughout the winter ski areas and Denver, to test skills against othit’s a great way to spend ers, many of which are some time on the lake still upcoming. Georgewhile traffic thins. town Lake will hosts its Other popular ice fishfirst tournament, Feb. ing spots in the area in27, while Grand Counclude Gross Reservoir, ty is home to several stocked by Colorado Diduring the season. The vision of Wildlife, and three-day Three Lakes Evergreen Lake where Ice Fishing Tournament ice thickness ranges wrapped up at the end from six to nine inches of January, but the Annow. Anglers have been nual Wolford Mountain catching rainbow trout Reservoir Ice Fishing between 12-14 inches, Contest is Feb. 20 and mid-morning the 5th Annual Grand Grand County has many options for during and late in the day.

Lake Catch and Re- fishing on frozen lakes or particiAll five ponds at the lease Ice Fishing Con- pating in ice fishing tournaments.

Photo courtesy of Grand County Tourism Board Golden Gate Canyon test is March 5-6. Several more can be found down in the metro State Park in Gilpin County are open to ice fishing. Kriley and Slough Ponds were area and in surrounding counties.

One of the best aspects of fishing in the stocked with rainbow trout in August and Front Range, is the ease of access. “We Forgotten Valley was stocked with brown like to say drive less, fish more,” Randy trout in June. The Ranch Ponds were stocked Hicks, owner of Rocky Mountain Anglers with channel catfish in October. Each angler in Boulder said, “We have fisheries that is allowed four fish per day with eight beare outstanding, that some people in other ing the maximum number in possession. No parts of the country might drive as much as live baits are allowed except worms. two or three hours to get to. We have them Ice fishing is also allowed on all openout the back door. You can engage in these fishing lakes and ponds in Rocky Moun-

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tain National Park, although hand-augers tions. Many of the most popular lakes are within Colorado State Parks and anglers are required.

There are also numerous high alpine should check with the specific park staff lakes within the Arapahoe-Roosevelt Na- about ice thickness before going out. tional Forest—although they can be much Before going onto a frozen lake, pond or river, it’s important more difficult to reach to take safety precauin winter. tions to reduce the risk There are also of falling through the certain places, like ice. Colorado Parks & sections of the Big Wildlife asks everyone Thompson River near to remember they take Estes Park that run a risk any time they go free in the winter. onto the ice. Anglers The east end of Lake should always decide Estes, near the power for themselves if it is plant, remains ice-free safe to go out and walk during winter as well. on or drive on ice.

Another aspect of Ice thickness depends fishing in Colorado Georgetown Lake provides easy access on several factors with that can be appealing, for a day, or hour, of ice fishing.

Photo by Jeffrey V. Smith the first obvious factor especially to those visiting, is that it’s easy to incorporate being location. The type of lake also affects fishing into an itinerary of other activi- thickness; a shallow lake will freeze faster ties Colorado offers. “We have year round than a deep lake. According to Colorado fishing possibilities and have a year round Parks & Wildlife information, look for clear season, it’s not open or closed so you blue ice. New ice is stronger than old ice., can go basically any time you want to, but ice thickness is not consistent. Beware “Hicks explained. “For that reason, you of ice around partially submerged objects can go and ski in the morning and fish in such as trees, brush, embankments or structhe creek below the ski resort in the af- tures. Ice will not form as quickly where ternoon… to me that is really living the water is shallow or objects absorb sunlight.

When ice fishing, it is always a good Colorado lifestyle.”

Although the sport can be the perfect idea to drill test holes or use an ice chisel way to extend the fishing season, getting as you venture onto a lake to help judge out on any ice can be extremely danger- the thickness and character of the ice. ous, especially without proper knowl- These “Test” holes should be at no more edge. According to Colorado Parks & than 30 foot intervals.

Wildlife, there is no such thing as truly “safe” ice, but there are some guidelines ICE FISHING RESOURCES anglers should consider to stay safe.

In Colorado, ice conditions can vary Colorado Parks & Wildlife from lake to lake. Along the Front Range, 1313 Sherman Street, 6th Floor, Denver, CO 80203 it is especially important that anglers check cpw.state.co.us •303-297-1192 conditions before heading out because of Arapahoe & Roosevelt National Forests: the region’s notoriously variable condiBoulder Ranger District 2140 Yarmouth Avenue, Boulder, CO 80301 www.fs.usda.gov/main/arp • 303-541-2500

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Consider these tips in mind for safe ice fishing experience The Rule of Thumb for Ice • 2 inches or less - STAY OFF • 4 inches of good ice for a walking individual • 6 inches of good ice for a snowmobile or ATV • 8-12 inches of good ice for a car or small pickup • 12-15 inches of good ice for a medium pickup truck Other considerations for a safe trip include: • The use of crampons, or cleats, for walking on ice is a good idea in Colorado. With the state’s powdery snow and wind, there is often no snow cover on ice. Blowing wind and snow actually polish ice to a glassy, slippery surface.

• Attaching a long cord to sleds should make them easier to pull, and if someone falls through the ice, anglers can push their sled to them while holding onto the line.

• Anglers should carry two picks—or spikes protruding from wooden hand holds—that will float and are securely connected together with a piece nylon cord 24 to 30 inches in length. These picks should be carried allowing for quick and easy access in case anglers need to pull their way out if they fall through the ice.

Canyon Lakes Ranger District 2150 Centre Avenue, Building E Fort Collins, CO 80526 www.fs.usda.gov/main/arp • 970-295-6700

• Ice fishermen should carry a portable flotation cushion.

The cushion will add to their seating comfort and give them something to throw should someone fall through.

• Keep their augers covered because the blades are sharp, and can cut them, their children or their dogs.

• Ice fishermen should spray vegetable oil on their auger and snowshoes. That way, snow won’t stick and anglers won’t cut themselves cleaning off the snow.

•B eware of ice covered with snow. Snow acts much like a blanket, insulating thin ice and preventing the formation of clear, blue ice. Snow can also hide cracked, weak and open water. Daily changes in temperature cause ice to expand and contract, creating cracks and possibly pressure ridges which can affect ice strength. Extreme caution should be exercised when approaching a pressure ridge. Ice may be unstable up to 20 feet from the ridge itself. Stay away from cracks, pressure ridges, slushy or darker areas that signify thinner ice.

• Traveling on a snowmobile or ATV early or late in the season is an accident waiting to happen. Do not drive across ice at night or when snowing. You can become disoriented and end up in areas of the lake you never intended to be.

Clear Creek Ranger District 101 Highway 103, Idaho Springs, CO 80452 www.fs.usda.gov/main/arp • 303-567-3000 Georgetown Gateway Visitor Center 1491 Argentine Street www.georgetowntrust.org • 303-569-2405 Golden Gate Canyon State Park 92 Crawford Gulch Road, Golden, CO 80403 cpw.state.co.us/placestogo/parks/GoldenGateCanyon 303-582-3707 Rocky Mountain National Park 1000 Highway 36, Estes Park, CO 80517-8397 NPS.gov/ROMO • 970-586-1206 Visit Grand County info@grand-county.com www.visitgrandcounty.com/activities/winter/ ice-fishing.html • 970-531-7020

Source: Colorado Parks & Wildlife

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Festivals/Special Events February 4 • Community Clothing Closet – Nederland Community Center (NED)

February 6 • Mardi Gras Celebration – Winter Park Resort (GC) • Chair Lift Speed Dating – Loveland Ski Area (GT) • Father/Daughter Sweetheart Ball – Gilpin Recreation Center (GC)

February 12 • Zombie Barbie Pageant – Idaho Springs Library (IS) • Friends of Charlie’s Place Valentine’s Party – Vintage Moose (IS)

February 13 • Art Station Titan & Stargazing Party – Georgetown Heritage Center (GT)

• Valentine’s Dance – Golden Gate Grange (GGC) • Lyons Polar Bear Club: Heart of Cold – St. Vrain River (LY)

February 13-14 • Rails in the Rockies – Estes Park Conference Center (EP) February 14 • 25th Mountaintop Matrimony – Loveland Ski Area (GT) • Sweethearts Ride – Carousel of Happiness (NED) • Love on the Lanes Specials – Chipper Lanes (EP) February 15 • Audi Club Teen & Adult Winter Ice Driving School – Georgetown Lake (GT) February 16 • Weekend of Love: Vow Renewal Ceremony & Love Seminar – Stanley Hotel (EP) February 20 • Pajama Party Sock Hop & Ice Cream Social – CCCIA Hall (CCC)

• Audi Club Advanced Winter Ice Driving School – Georgetown Lake (GT)

February 21 • Estes Park Wedding Association Bridal Show – Estes Park Events Complex (EP)

February 25 • Community Clothing Closet – Nederland Community Center (NED)

Game Nights February 3 • Euchre Night – Very Nice Brewing (NED) February 13 • Game Night – CCCIA Hall (CCC) February 17 • Euchre Night – Very Nice Brewing (NED) February 19 • Texas Hold ‘em Charity Tournament for Project Support Senior Center – Da Rivuh Fish & BBQ Co. (IS) February 21 • Bingo for Kids – Estes Park Museum (EP) February 22 • Bingo for Kids – Estes ark Museum (EP) February 26 • Team Trivia Night – Salto Coffee Works (NED) Health/Wellbeing February 2 • Living the Satori Lifestyle – The Yoga Room (IS)

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MOUNTAIN CULTURE – high-country living and activities Group gathers to learn about sky, stars, moon, planets

group meets every five to six weeks on a Saturday evening, deBy Jennifer Pund pending on presenters schedules and a full moon or dark moon COAL CREEK CANYON mateur astronomers of all ages—guided by profession- schedule. “We had about 55 people show up to our fist meetals in a variety of related fields—have gathered in Coal ing. There was a blizzard blowing by the end of the meeting, so we couldn’t take our telescopes outside,” Creek Canyon the past couple of years Barbara recalled. “Now our group has about to learn about the sky, stars, moon, planets 30 or more people at every meeting. We have and how to view them. Sky Watchers, led a diverse group who’s ages range from six to

by Barbara and Leonard David, meet at the 80. We have several planetary scientists and Coal Creek Canyon Improvement Associaaerospace engineers who are regular attendtion Hall and host dynamic presentations on ees and have been presenters. We also have a variety of topics related to space. people who are just interested in astronomy The diverse collection of stargazers are and space exploration, but don’t have a lot of described as “an enthusiastic group of mounprevious knowledge of the topics.” tain dwellers who are dedicated to bringing Each Sky Watchers meeting features a together people of all ages who are interested different presenter based on the group’s colin astronomy, space exploration and viewing lective interests, which can be diverse and the wonders of the night sky through teleinformative as some of the members are asscopes, binoculars and by naked eye.” tronomy or aerospace experts.

It was born in 2014 out of an invitation “We ask the group what they are interestfor Leonard—an award-winning space joured in and choose speakers from not only our nalist—and Barbara—a space science educacommunity, but from the Boulder and Denver tion journalist who forms curriculum units Coal Creek Canyon Sky Watchers members view the full moon. area,” Barbara said. “We do have an amazing on astronomy, space exploration and Earth Photo by Jeffrey V. Smith number of astronomy and space experts in the sciences—to be a part of the 2014 events at the CCCIA Hall. “Joelle, one of the Coal Creek Canyon Park & Coal Creek Canyon and Nederland areas. Our presenters have Recreation District board members, gave us a call knowing we shared expertise on topics like Mars, comets, asteroids, solar and knew a lot about astronomy and space exploration and asked if lunar eclipses, astro-photography, the Hubble Space Telescope, we could give a presentation,” Barbara said. “By the end of the the Voyager spacecraft missions, light pollution issues, designing and building satellites, water on Mars, discoveries of planets conversation, [we] had decided to start Sky Watchers.”

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Poker tournament proceeds benefit senior center IDAHO SPRINGS Benefit the Project Support Senior Center at the Da Rivuh Texas Hold’em Poker Tournament, Feb. 19 at 6 p.m. No experience is needed and beginners are welcome.

Hosted by Da Rivuh Fish & BBQ Company owners, Doug and Whitney Smith, the event is a labor of love. “Doug and I have always wanted to host a tournament ever since we participated in a similar event,” Whitney said. “We thought it would be a fun community event and serve a good cause [and] would also be a good way for us to get involved in our neighborhood.”

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fore Feb. 10, yields a bonus of 500 chips.

There will be a cash bar and bingo will be held from 5-6 p.m. for “those who just want to keep it simple” for $1 a card.

“We chose the senior center as our charity because we believe in their mission and see the need locally for our seniors to have needed resources for everyday living,” Whitney said. “It’s our hope this will be an annual event and allow us to sponsor a different local charity each time.”

Da Rivuh Fish & BBQ Company is located at 1446 Miner St. in Idaho Springs. To learn more, call 303-9635901 or visit www.darivuh.com.

The inaugural Da Rivuh Texas Hold’Em tournament benefits Project Support Senior Center in Idaho Springs.

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Mountain culture Event highlights model railroading Exchange vows at 12,050 feet

By George Watson ESTES PARK Clanging bells, tooting whistles, and blaring horns will fill the Estes Park Conference Center, Feb. 13-14, as trains from the steam age to the present time roar along tracks of model railroad layouts at the 16th annual “Rails in the Rockies” event.

Organized by the Estes Valley Model Railroaders, the working exhibits include models of trains from many regions of the United States as well as selected models of British railroads, all of which have been crafted in detail by dedicated model railroaders from all over Colorado. Children will enjoy the “Kids Layout” where they can actually operate model trains themselves.

“The best thing about Rails in the Rockies is the fact that, unlike other train shows, we are committed to involving the entire family along with people already interested in model railroading,” Event Director Laura Trump said. “To that end, we have interactive things for young people.” There will be a Seek and Search Game, interactive train layouts for little hands and floor garden railroad displays.

This year four complete train sets will be given away to those 16 and under and a LEGO display is for kids of all ages.

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weathering train cars and houses or deciding on a track layout or pizza layouts and more,” Trump said. “The model railroaders who are there with their layouts are also available to explain their layouts, what it depicts, how is was developed, what methods were used and how to operate the trains.”

The event also features vendors with supplies for modeling, trains and train sets, railroad memorabilia, books, electronics, clothing and more. Additionally, Trump points out the site of the show is comfortable and accessible. “It is located in beautiful Estes Park, the parking is free, there is carpet on the floor, there are comfortable seats to relax, food available on site, and rooms in the hotel on site,” she said.

Exhibit hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m, Feb. 13 and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Feb. 14. Admission is $5 per person. Children under 12 get in free with an adult. The Estes Valley Model Railroaders meet weekly at the Estes Park Public Library on Wednesdays from 6:30-8:45 p.m.

GEORGETOWN Loveland’s 25th Annual Mountaintop Matrimony ceremony and reception, Feb. 14, is a tradition where new couples are joined in matrimony and married couples renew their vows in a mass wedding at 12,050 feet at the top of the Ptarmigan Lift. The Honeymooner’s Apres Party for all participants and their guests follows the ceremony at 1:30 p.m. at Loveland Basin featuring music, wedding cake, spirits and a best-dressed contest.

The ceremony is a “mass wedding”

done for all couples at the same time and lasts approximately 30 minutes. The runs leading back to the base area from this point are beginner and intermediate.

Participating couples must pre-register online in order to receive the Marry Me Ski for Free 2-for-1 lift ticket special and $10 lunch vouchers. Preregistration ends on Feb. 12.

For more details, visit skiloveland. com or call 303 -571-5580 Ext. 141.

The Estes Park Conference Center is located at 201 S. St. Vrain.

Visit www.estesparkconferencecenter.com, evmrr.org and railsinthe rockies.org or call 970-586-2332 for more information.

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Duck Race adoptions begin in March ESTES PARK It’s time to shake off winter and start planning for the 2016 Estes Park Rotary Duck Race. Set for May 7, this year’s race features expanded activities for the whole family. In addition to the race of thousands of “adopted” rubber ducks in the Fall River, the event will feature a festival in Bond Park with food, beer, games, and live music from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Also planned for race day are a fun run sponsored by the Estes Park Running Club and a scavenger hunt hosted by area merchants. All of these new activities join the traditional Riverside Plaza excitement of waiting for the ducks to finish, scoping out the prize boards, having your face painted and enjoying the sound of live music.

“We have a large committee working to make the 28th Estes Park Rotary Duck

Race a quacking good day for everyone,” said Rene “Big Duck” Moquin, this year’s event chairman. “The race will be surrounded by a festival of family fun.”

More than 60 Estes Valley charities and school groups will receive $19 for every $20 adoption they sell. Since its inception, the Duck Race has returned $2.2 million to area charities.

Duck adoptions begin the first week of March. For a $20 donation, participants “adopt” a duck, which is assigned a number in the race computer database. Over 5,000 yellow rubber ducks will enter the Fall River at 1 p.m. on May 7 near Nicky’s Steakhouse, 1350 Fall River Road in Estes Park.

For more information on the Estes Park Rotary Duck Race, visit www.epduckrace. org or www.facebook.com/EPDuckRace.

Annual bird count for everyone FRONT RANGE The Great Backyard Bird Count is an annual four-day event that engages bird watchers of all ages in counting birds to create a real-time snapshot of where the birds are across the continent. Anyone can participate, from beginning bird watchers to experts. It takes as little as 15 minutes on one day, or you can count for as long

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as you like each day of the event. It’s free, fun, and easy—and it helps the birds.

The 19th annual GBBC takes place worldwide Feb. 12-15. Information gathered and reported online at birdcount.org will help scientists track changes in bird distribution, some of which may be traced to El Niño storms and unusual weather patterns.

Learn more about how to take part in the Great Backyard Bird Count at birdcount.org. The GBBC is a joint project of the Cornell Lab of Ornithology and the National Audubon Society with partner Bird Studies Canada and is made possible in part by sponsor Wild Birds Unlimited.

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Sky Watchers group members are social, open, welcoming don’t need a telescope to come to a meetaround other stars. We welcome anyone ing, but we do encourage anyone who has a telescope, spotting with knowledge of an asscope, or binoculars tronomy or space related of any size or conditopic who is interested in tion, to bring them being a Sky Watcher preto a meeting. Many senter.” people have scopes Sky Watchers memthey’ve never used. bers are very social, We want to help open and welcoming. them adjust, fix and Some members have use them.” started meeting for dinA group photo is taken following The next Coal Creek ner before each meeting, all Coal Creek Canyon Sky Watchers Canyon Sky Watchwhich begin at 7 p.m. meetings. ers meeting, Feb. “We don’t usually start until around 7:15 p.m. to allow for social- 27, features Carolyn Collins Petersen and izing,” Barbara said. “One thing I truly her husband. The group asks for a donalove about [the] Sky Watchers group is that it’s a really friendly group. It’s such fun to see people talking with each other before and after meetings. It’s becoming a regular thing to have dinner in Wondervu Cafe’s back room before the meetings.

Everyone is welcome.”

The Sky Watchers invite “anyone in the Universe” to come to a meeting, telescopes are not required. “Our meetings are open to anyone. Most of our group lives in Coal Creek Canyon, but we welcome anyone from anywhere. We have members from Nederland, Black Hawk, Rollinsville as well as Boulder and Denver,” Barbara said, “and you certainly Continued from page 8

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tion of $5 for each adult to cover the expenses of renting the meeting hall. Check the group’s website for more information on future meetings and a special field trip planned to Casper, Wyoming for the next total solar eclipse in August 2017.

To be added to the Sky Watchers e-mail list for future meetings e-mail BarbaraDavid321@aol.com or call 303-494-7677 and leave a message. Visit the website for sky charts and other viewing information.

The Coal Creek Canyon Improvement Association Hall is located at 31528 Hwy. 72 in Coal Creek Canyon. Visit www.sky-watchers.co to learn more.

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Old Man Winter Bike Rally returns to Lyons.

Bike rally, run returns

LYONS Oskar Blues’ Old Man Winter Bike Rally and Run promises epic adventure for die-hard cyclists and runners when it returns to Lyons, Feb. 7. Participants will tackle gravel roads, snowy trails, and winding canyons in pursuit of glory, prizes and beer. More than 1,000 participants are expected at this year’s rally.

The second annual winter celebration of dirt, snow, sweat, and beer, includes a 50 km ride, 100 km race and a 5.8-mile run. All participants get luxury aid stations with real food and hydration, a hot meal and cold beer at the finish line and a post-ride party with music, contests and massive raffle.

The event raises funds for the CAN’d Aid Foundation’s Treads + Trails program, which will help build new trails for Boulder County’s cyclists and runners.

Visit oldmanwinterrally.com or e-mail info@adventurefit.com for complete details and to register for the event.

the highway.

The local community built the school in 1909, and it served the educational needs of the area until 1959. The impressive brick building is an interesting local expression of the Italian Renaissance style.

Dumont now has an active historical society, Mill City Valley Historical Society, which owns and occupies the building. The group is known for its melodrama productions which occur every fall.

The reason behind its formation was to obtain and preserve the one-room Dumont School. The building had become a storage site for the Clear Creek County School District and was falling into disrepair. After the formation of the non-profit organization and the hard work to gain ownership of this fine brick building, the society set about the work of restoring the structure to its former glory. It is now listed on the National Registry of Historic Sites.

The building now once again shows off its oak door frames, arched windows, sideboards and beautiful ash wood floor. All of which have been gently sanded and refinished. Indoor plumbing and a kitchen area have been added. Although the building belongs to the Mill Creek Valley Historical Society, it is often used for community meetings, other nonprofit group meetings and community celebrations.

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Hear insights from Everest expedition GEORGETOWN Hear Ken Frick’s fascinating story with photos as a member of the 1989 American Everest Expedition at the Georgetown Hertiage Center’s “Climbing Everest: The 1989 American Expedition to Mt. Everest” event, Feb. 26 at 7 p.m.

Learn about the preparations, the trek, the challenges and the beauty of climbing the tallest mountain on Earth. The expedition had two primary goals; the first being to put the first American woman on the summit and the second to put the first Mexican on the summit. On May 16,

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1989, Ricardo Torres stood on the summit of Mt. Everest as the first Mexican to summit Mt. Everest. Frick will also share his insights on the differences from ’89 to the present that are contributing to the problems on Everest today.

There is no charge, but donations are welcome.

The Georgetown Heritage Center is located at 809 Taos St. For more information, visit georgetowntrust.org or call 303-569-0289.

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ies were made in the Upper Fall River bar can still be seen. On three walls, 150 Mining District, future home of Alice, square feet of slate blackboard was inin 1881. The first title of placer and lode stalled. A world globe, wall maps, a US claims located on 930 acres was granted flag, dictionary stand and new desks comin 1884 to the Alice Mining Company— pleted the furnishings of the new school. named for the wife of George Taylor who The Alice School was used continuously from 1896-1925, not only as a had previously worked the property. school, but also for The Alice School elections and social District #19, was esevents. It then sat vatablished in 1895. It cant for decades. was not unusual to find A spark of life apfewer than a dozen peared in the early children attending the 1950s when the DenAlice School. Quite ver Area Council of often those children Girl Scouts leased the belonged to no more Alice School. They than two families. The did extensive remodteacher, if she was not Alice Schoolhouse eling. The school a member of the community, lived with one of the families board did not want to sell the building of Alice. Her duties at the school were and the Council did not wish to invest varied. She had to light the fires, sweep more funds in the building if they could the floor, and shovel a path to the door not own it. The Alice School was once again abandoned. through the deep winter snows.

In 1906 the Board of Directors and the It was not until 1975 that the building citizens of Alice decided they needed a was to experience rejuvenation. The St. proper school for their children. The new Mary’s Glacier Property Owners’ AssoAlice School was the pride of the commu- ciation arranged to lease the building and nity. A coal burning furnace located in the began an effort to renovate it for combasement provided heat to the building, munity use. The St. Mary’s Glacier Metand an indoor exercise bar was installed to ropolitan District purchased the building provide the students with swings and bars and the Alice School belonged to the to play on during the long winter months community. Once again, it was a center of when they could not play outdoors. This activity, and the pride of the community.

Annual Polar Plunge benefits LEAF LYONS The Lyons Polar Bear Club holds its 6th annual Valentine’s Plunge, Feb. 13 from 1-5 p.m. to benefit LEAF, the Lyons Emergency Assistance Fund. Organizers invite everyone to “join us for the greatest day of your life.”

The plunge takes place at Back Bear Hole on the St. Vrain River east of downtown Lyons. A special event bus will stop at Pizza Bar 66 in downtown Lyons at 1:15 p.m.

An after-party takes place across the street at the Ax and Oar with Bonnie & the

Clydes. There will also be a gigantic hot tub to help warm up.

LEAF provides social services such as medical assistance, food pantry, education, advocacy, and flood recovery. Donations are also accepted on the LEAF website for those who do not wish to take the plunge The Ax and Oar is located at 160 Main St. in Lyons. Visit www.axandoarlyons.com and www.leaflyons. org, e-mail info@leaflyons.org or call 720-864-4309 for more information.

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February 4 • First Thursday Meditation – Senior Center (EP) February 5-7 • Sit & Knit Retreat – Shoshoni Yoga Retreat (RV) February 6-9 • Chinese New Year Celebration – Dao House (EP) February 12-15 • Ayurveda Lifestyle Training Part 2 – Shoshoni Yoga

• Democratic Debate Watch Party – Beau Jo’s Pizza (IS) • Gilpin County Library Board, Friends of the Gilpin County Library – Gilpin County Library (GC) • Estes Park Garden Club, Estes Park Equestrian Club, Estes Park Genealogical Society – Estes Valley Library (EP) February 15 • Lyons Board of Trustees – Town Hall (LY) February 16 • Mill Creek Valley Historical Society – Dumont

February 13 • Valentines Partner Yoga – The Yoga Room (IS) February 14 • Valentine’s Day Partner Yoga – Shoshoni Yoga Retreat (RV) February 20 • Intro to Tai Chi, Defined Motion Dance Team Showcase & Fundraiser – Mayama Movement Studio (LY) February 21-28 • Tai Chi Training: Forms 13 & 28 – Dao House (EP) February 22 • Chi Kung Movement & Meditation for Stress Relief, Healing, and Longevity – Senior Center (EP) February 25-28 • Introduction to Daoism – Dao House (EP) February 29 • Chi Kung Movement & Meditation for Stress Relief, Healing, and Longevity – Senior Center (EP) Meetings/Clubs/Groups February 1 • Ward Town Meeting – Town Hall (WD) • Lyons Board of Trustees – Town Hall (LY) • Jamestown Board Meeting – Town Hall (JT) February 2 • Gilpin Republicans – Gilpin County Library (GC) • Nederland Board of Trustees – Nederland Community

• Mountain Artisan Guild Meeting – CCCIA Hall (CCC) • Nederland Board of Trustees – Nederland Community

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Center (NED)

• Lyons Arts & Humanities Commission – Town Hall (LY) • Rotary Club of Estes Park Board Meeting, Great Decisions Discussion Group – Estes Valley Library (EP) • Estes Valley Sunrise Rotary: Estes Valley Land Trust w/Mary Banken – Other Side Restaurant (EP) February 3 • Idaho Springs Chamber of Commerce – Majestic Building (IS)

• Estes Valley Model Railroaders – Estes Valley Library (EP) February 4 • Clear Creek County Veterans Coalition – Elks Lodge (IS) • The Environmental Group, Coal Creek Canyon Watershed Partnership – CCCIA Hall (CCC) • Lyons Watershed Board Meeting – Town Hall (LY) • Rotary Club of Estes Park: Wildlife in Africa w/Bob Brunson – Estes Valley Library (EP) February 7 • Nederland Central Business District Redevelopment Meeting – Nederland Community Center (NED) February 8 • Silver Plume Town Board – Town Hall (SP) • Idaho Springs City Council – Town Hall (IS) • Gold Hill Town Meeting – Community Center (GH) • Estes Park Garden Club – Estes Valley Library (EP) February 9 • Georgetown Board of Selectmen – Town Hall (GT) • Spanish Group – John Tomay Memorial Library (GT) • Gold Hill Town Meeting – Community Center (GH) • Jamestown Community Meeting – Jamestown Mercantile (JT) • Estes Park Board of Trustees – Town Hall (EP) • Estes Valley Sunrise Rotary: Team Meeting w/Karen Hall – Other Side Restaurant (EP) • Aviation Club – Estes Valley Library (EP) February 10 • Idaho Springs Chamber of Commerce Mixer – Centennial Bank (IS)

• Clear Creek Fire Authority Board – CCFA Station 1 (DU) • Black Hawk City Council – Town Hall (BH) • Gilpin Senior Living Board – Gilpin County School (GC) • Estes Park Women’s Club Luncheon & Lizzie’s Fashion Show – Twin Owls Restaurant (EP) • Commissioner Donnelly Citizen Meeting – Senior Center (EP) • Estes Valley Watershed Coalition – Estes Valley Library (EP) • Estes Park Area Housing Needs Assessment Presentation – Town Hall (EP) February 11 • Upper Clear Creek Watershed – Town Hall (IS)

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• Bike Estes Meeting & Social Hour – Via Bicycle Café (EP) • Estes Valley Sunrise Rotary: Estes Valley Library Centennial w/Claudine Perrault – Other Side Restaurant (EP) February 17 • Nederland Downtown Development Authority Regular Meeting – Nederland Community Center (NED) February 18 • Estes Valley Trails Plan Public Meeting – Town Hall (EP) • Mom’s Connect – Christian Church of Estes Park (EP) February 20 • Allenspark Area Club: How to Roast Coffee at Home w/Kris Bhatti – Peaceful Valley Resort (AP) February 21 • Nederland Downtown Development Authority Downtown Redevelopment Prospective Proposal – Nederland Community Center (NED)

February 22 • Silver Plume Town Board – Town Hall (SP) • Idaho Springs City Council – Town Hall (IS) • Travel Club: EP Newcomers – Estes Valley Library (EP) February 23 • Georgetown Board of Selectmen – Town Hall (GT) • Spanish Group – John Tomay Memorial Library (GT) • American Legion – 114 Main (CC) • Indian Peaks Ham Radio Club – Nederland Community Library (NED)

• Estes Park Board of Trustees – Town Hall (EP) • Estes Valley Sunrise Rotary: Community Foundation of N. Colorado w/Ray Caraway – Other Side Restaurant (EP) • Downtown Business Partners – Estes Valley Library (EP) February 24 • Black Hawk City Council – Town Hall (BH) February 25 • Coffee with Commissioners – Gilpin Recreation Center (GC) • Gilpin Democrats – Gilpin County Library (GC) • Coal Creek Canyon Watershed Partnership – CCCIA Hall (CCC) February 27 • SkyWatchers – CCCIA Hall (CCC) February 28 • Nederland Downtown Development Authority Downtown Redevelopment Prospective Proposal – Nederland Community Center (NED)

Sports/Recreation February 3 • Nighthawks Alpine Race #2 – Eldora Mountain Resort (NED) February 4 • CCMRD Hiking Club: International Snow Sculptures & Tubing/Summit County – Clear Creek Recreation Center (IS) February 5-7 • Wheel Bar Open Bowling Tournament – Chippers Lanes (EP) February 6 • 14th Beacon Bowl & Après Party – Arapahoe Basin (SC) • Our Gang Ice Racing: Studs & Cheaters – Georgetown Lake (GT) • Coalition Snow Skis Demo Day, LuvByrd Chairlift Speed Dating – Loveland Ski Area (GT) • Signs of Life Wildlife in Winter Hike – Caribou Ranch Open Space (NED)

• Winter Ecology: A Snowshoeing Trek for Kids & Families – Rocky Mountain Conservancy (EP) February 6-7 • U10/U12/U14 Slalom Race – Eldora Mountain Resort (NED) February 7 • ON3P Skis Demo Day – Loveland Ski Area (GT) • Our Gang Ice Racing: Bare Rubber – Georgetown Lake (GT) • ON3P Skis Demo Day – Loveland Ski Area (GT) • Old Man Winter Bike & Running Rally – Sandstone Park (LY) February 8 • Special Olympics Tri Region Winter Games – Eldora Mountain Resort (NED)

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February 10 • Ski With a Forest Service Ranger Midweek Session – Loveland Ski Area (GT)

• Nighthawks Alpine Race #3 – Eldora Mountain Resort (NED) February 11 • 95.7FM The Party’s Ski Hooky Days – Loveland Ski Area (GT) February 12 • Avalanche Awareness & Outdoor Safety in Wintertime – Rocky Mountain Conservancy (EP)

February 13 • USASA Slopestyle Rocky Mtn. Series – Winter Park Resort (GC) • Our Gang Ice Racing: Studs & Cheaters – Georgetown Lake (GT)

• Winter Ecology: A Snowshoeing Trek for Kids & Families – Rocky Mountain Conservancy (EP) • Families For Estes: Skatin’ to the 80s Free Family Skate Party – YMCA of the Rockies (EP) February 13-14 • USASA Slopestyle Rocky Mtn. Series – Winter Park Resort (GC) February 14 • Our Gang Ice Racing: Studs & Cheaters, Kid’s Race – Georgetown Lake (GT)

• Loveland’s 25th Annual Mountaintop Matrimony – Loveland Ski Area (GT)

• 2nd Annual Skate the Lake – St. Mary’s Glacier (SMG) February 16 • CCMRD Hiking Club: Notch Trail/Georgetown – Clear Creek Recreation Center (IS)

February 17 • Nighthawks Alpine Race #4 – Eldora Mountain Resort (NED) February 19 • BIGfoot Hikers – Nederland Community Center (NED) February 20 • Free Family Race Day – Loveland Ski Area (GT) February 21 • Free One Run Lessons – Arapahoe Basin (SC) February 22 • Full Moon Walk – Rocky Mountain National Park (EP) February 24 • Nighthawks Alpine Race #5 – Eldora Mountain Resort (NED) February 25 • I Ski with KBCO – Winter Park Resort (GC) • Nature Hike for Seniors – Hall Ranch Open Space (LY) February 26 • Fireman’s Firehose Relay – Arapahoe Basin (SC) February 26-28 • 41st Wells Fargo Ski Cup – Winter Park Resort (GC) • Family Winter Mountaineering & Backcountry Weekend – YMCA of the Rockies (EP) February 27 • New Belgium Mountain Adventure – Arapahoe Basin (SC) • Ski With a Forest Service Ranger Weekend Session – Loveland Ski Area (GT)

• Our Gang Ice Racing: Studs & Cheaters, Ice Fishing Tournament – Georgetown Lake (GT) • Junior Ranger Adventures – Mud Lake Open Space (NED) • Winter Survival Skills – Rocky Mountain Conservancy (EP) February 28 • Our Gang Ice Racing: Bare Rubber – Georgetown Lake (GT) February 26-28 • 41st Annual Wells Fargo Ski Cup – Winter Park Resort (GC) Talks/Tours/Workshops/Classes February 2 • Basic Life Support Class, Heartsavers CPR Class – Estes Park Medical Center (EP)

February 3 • Sightseeing at Pluto – Nederland Community Library (NED) • Computer Very Basics – Estes Valley Library (EP) February 4 • Coal Creek Canyon Watershed Partnership Public Forum: Falling in Love With Coal Creek – CCCIA Hall (CCC) • Basic Life Support Class – Estes Park Medical Center (EP) • Afterschool Program: Wildlife in Winter, Trail Trekkers Mini Adventure Series – Estes Valley Library (EP) February 6 • Introduction to Massage by Rachel Ward – Old Gallery (AP) • Conquer the Challenges of Gardening at Altitude – Estes Park Museum (EP)

February 6-7 • American Red Cross Babysitting Course – Town Hall (LY) February 8 • iPad & iPhone Basics, Customizing Your Resume & Cover Letter – Estes Valley Library (EP)

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February 10 • Valentine’s Day All Ages Story Time, Learning to Walk in India: A Love Story – Lyons Regional Library (LY) • Trail Trekkers Mini Adventure Series – Estes Valley Library (EP) February 12 • Avalanche Awareness Class Part 1 – Tin Shed Sports (NED) • Avalanche Awareness & Outdoor Safety in Wintertime – Rocky Mountain Conservancy (EP)

February 13 • Art Station Titan & Stargazing Party – Georgetown Heritage Center (GT)

• Natural Remedies for Sexual Vitality Workshop w/ Brigitte Mars – Wild Bear Mountain Ecology Center (NED) • Winter Evening Program: National Park Service Mission – Beaver Meadows Visitor Center (EP) • ‘Friends in High Places’ w/Ted and Lois Matthews – Estes Park Museum (EP)

February 17 • Tourism & Our Community – Estes Valley Library (EP) February 18 • Bicycle Maintenance Class – Walt Self Senior Housing (LY) • Trail Trekkers Mini Adventure Series – Estes Valley Library (EP) February 19 • Devil’s Gate History Club: ‘A Few of My Favorite 19th Century Coroner’s Inquests’ w/Christine Bradley – Georgetown Community Center (GT)

• Legendary Locals (Part II of V): The Daniels Family and Estes Park – Estes Park Museum (EP) • Computer Basics II: Managing Files – Estes Valley Library (EP) February 20 • 1st Time Homebuyers Class – Town Hall (GT) • Single Women Homesteaders in Estes Park – Estes Park Museum (EP)

• Tourism & Our Community – Estes Valley Library (EP) February 23 • Common Cents Counts Basic Financial Series: Goal Setting & Financial Planning – Estes Valley Library (EP) February 24 • Excel Basics, Estes Valley Legacy: Charitable Gifts with Life Income Benefits – Estes Valley Library (EP) February 25 • Bicycle Maintenance Class – Walt Self Senior Housing (LY) • Marie Curie – Estes Park High School (EP) • Trail Trekkers Mini Adventure Series – Estes Valley Library (EP) February 26 • Climbing Mt Everest: 1989 Expedition – Georgetown Heritage Center (GT)

• Avalanche Awareness Class Part 2 – Tin Shed Sports (NED) February 27 • Winter Survival Skills – Rocky Mountain Conservancy (EP) • Winter Evening Program: Wildlife – Beaver Meadows Visitor Center (EP)

February 29 • CSU Extension Talk: Energy Savings – Georgetown Heritage Center (GT)

WEEKLY EVENTS Festivals/Special Events Friday • Date Night – Carousel of Happiness (NED) Game Nights Monday • Monday Night Trivia – Pizza Bar 66 (LY) • Chess Fun w/Aaron Caplan – Lyons Regional Library (LY) Tuesday • Pool Tournament – Mother’s Saloon (GT) • Lego Night – Club Ned (NED) • Estes Park Bridge Club Class: Modern Defense – United Methodist Church (EP)

Wednesday • Trivia Night – Alpine Restaurant & Bar (GT) • Game Night – Club Ned (NED) • Texas Hold’em Poker – Ax & Oar Tavern Grill (LY) • Pool League – Lonigans Bar & Grill (EP) • Trivia Night – Longz Mountain Grill (EP) • Estes Park Bridge Club Class: Bridge Basics – United Methodist Church (EP)

• Free 5K Group Run – Stanley Hotel (EP) • Estes Outreach: Zumba – Estes Park High School (EP) Wednesday • Indoor Cycling, SilverSneakers Cardio, Vortex Class Kettlebells, Drop-In Basketball – Clear Creek Recreation

Tuesday • Tai Chi Class – CCCIA Hall (CCC) • Yoga, Tai Chi & Qigong: Meditative Movement – Old

• Morning & Evening Pickleball, Planet Motion/Zumba

• Movers & Shakers – Georgetown Community Center (GT) • Adult Tai Chi – Nederland Community Center (NED) Wednesday • Beginning Yoga, Continuing Yoga – Clear Creek

• Open Gym Adult Basketball – Estes Park Middle School Gym (EP) • Snowshoe Ecology Walk – Rocky Mountain National Park (EP) Thursday • Women’s Movers & Shakers, Men’s Moaners & Groaners – Georgetown Community Center (GT) • SilverSneakers Classic, Vortex Class Kettlebells – Clear

– Old Gallery (AP) • Yoga – Golden Gate Grange (GGC) • Yoga – Salida Schoolhouse (SA)

Gallery (AP)

Recreation Center (IS)

• Mindful Meditation – Location: 303-642-0428 (CCC) • Vinyasa Yoga – Gilpin Community Center (GC) • Yoga – Golden Gate Grange (GGC) • Tai Chi & Qigong: Meditative Movement – Old Gallery (AP) • Estes Outreach: Chi Kung – Estes Park High School (EP) Thursday • Hatha Yoga, Vinyasa Yoga – Gilpin Community Center (GC) • Thursday Locals Night – Shoshoni Yoga Retreat (RV) • Movers & Shakers – Georgetown Community Center (GT) • Adult Tai Chi, Fundamentals of Tai Chi and Qigong – Nederland Community Center (NED)

• Tai Chi & Qigong: Meditative Movement – Old Gallery (AP) Friday • Yoga – Clear Creek Recreation Center (IS) • Tai Chi & Qigong: Meditative Movement – Old Gallery (AP) • Parent & Tot Yoga – Shoshoni Yoga Retreat (RV) • Yoga – CCCIA Hall (CCC) Saturday • Community Clothing Closet – Nederland Community Center (NED)

• Fitness & Clean Eating Class – Nederland Community Center (NED)

Meetings/Clubs/Groups Monday • Institute of Noetic Sciences – Estes Valley Library (EP) • Rotary of Estes Park – National Park Village Theater (EP) Tuesday • Tech Tuesday – Nederland Community Library (NED) • Clear Creek County Board of Commissioners – County Courthouse (GT)

Wednesday • Hilltop Guild – Kelley House (AP) Thursday • Rotary Club of Estes Park Meeting – National Park Village Theater (EP)

• Veterans Group – Gilpin County Library (GC) Friday • Institute of Noetic Science – Estes Valley Library (EP) Sports/Recreation Sunday • Adult Drop-In Hockey, Open Skate, Stick & Puck – Nederland Ice Rink (NED)

• Snowshoe Ecology Walk – Rocky Mountain National Park (EP) Monday • SilverSneakers Classic, Vortex Class, Kettlebells – Clear Creek Recreation Center (IS)

• Open Skate, Stick & Puck, Adult Drop-In Hockey – Nederland Ice Rink (NED)

• Aquacize, Bootcamp – Gilpin Recreation Center (GC) • Adult Pickleball – Estes Park Middle School Gym (EP) Tuesday • Women’s Movers & Shakers, Men’s Moaners & Groaners – Georgetown Community Center (GT) • Core Conditioning, Water Aerobics, Vortex Class, Drop-In Volleyball, Youth Short Court – Clear Creek Recreation Center (IS) • Sit and Fit – Idaho Springs Senior Center (IS) • Tai Chi Class, Family Martial Arts – CCCIA Hall (CCC) • Quick & Tone, Aquacize, Pickleball, Tae Kwon Do – Gilpin Recreation Center (GC)

• Open Skate, Figure Skating, Stick & Puck – Nederland

Thursday • Free Pool – Lonigans Bar & Grill (EP)

Ice Rink (NED)

Health/Wellbeing Sunday • Master Chen Daoism Sermon, Community Tai Chi, Qigong Instruction, Community Acupuncture – Dao House (EP)

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Monday • Continuing Yoga – Clear Creek Recreation Center (IS) • Gentle Yoga w/Joelle, Yoga w/Abby – CCCIA Hall (CCC) • Hatha Yoga, Yoga Dance – Gilpin Community Center (GC) • Kid’s Tai Chi – Nederland Community Center (NED) • Yoga w/Peggy, Tai Chi & Qigong: Meditative Movement

• Zumba Fitness Class – Nederland Community Center (NED) • Adult Co-Rec Volleyball League – Estes Park Middle School Gym (EP)

• Discovery Days at RMNP – Moraine Park Discovery Center (EP) • N’ Balance Class – Senior Center (EP)

Center (IS)

• Adult Fitness, Family Martial Arts – CCCIA Hall (CCC) • Open Skate, Stick & Puck, Adult Drop-In Hockey – Nederland Ice Rink (NED)

– Nederland Community Center (NED)

• Aquacize, Fire Fitness, Guts & Glutes – Gilpin Recreation Center (GC)

Creek Recreation Center (IS)

• CCMRD Loveland Ski/Ride Group – Clear Creek Rec Center (IS) • Adult Fitness – CCCIA Hall (CCC) • Bootcamp, Aquacize, Pickleball, Tae Kwon Do – Gilpin Recreation Center (GC)

• Open Skate, Figure Skating, Stick & Puck – Nederland Ice Rink (NED)

• Basketball, Zumba Fitness Class – Nederland Community Center (NED)

• Senior Exercise Class – Allenspark Fire Department (AP) • Adult Thursday Basketball League – Lyons Elementary School (LY)

• Local’s Night – Chipper’s Lanes Estes Park (EP) • N’ Balance Class – Senior Center (EP) • Snowshoe Ecology Walk – Rocky Mountain National Park (EP) • Estes Outreach: Boot Camp w/Julie Bunton – Estes Park High School (EP)

Friday • SilverSneakers Cardio – Clear Creek Recreation Center (IS) • Open Skate, Figure Skating, Stick & Puck – Nederland Ice Rink (NED)

• Women’s Cardio Sculpt – Nederland Community Center (NED) • Aquacize – Gilpin Recreation Center (BH) Saturday • Indoor Cycling – Clear Creek Recreation Center (IS) • Bootcamp, Swim Lessons – Gilpin Recreation Center (GC) • Open Skate, Figure Skating, Stick & Puck – Nederland Ice Rink (NED)

• Snowshoe Ecology Walk – Rocky Mountain National Park (EP) Talks/Tours/Workshops/Classes Monday • Intermediate Spanish – Estes Park High School (EP) Tuesday • Beginner Spanish – Estes Park High School (EP) Wednesday • Advanced Spanish – Estes Park High School (EP) Friday • Sensation, Perception and the Aging Process – Senior Center (EP)

Saturday • Common Cents for Colorado Financial Literacy Class – Gilpin County Library (GC)

Saturday-Sunday • Wild in Winter – Beaver Meadows Visitor Center (EP) AP = Allenspark BC = Boulder County BH = Black Hawk CC = Central City CCC= Coal Creek Canyon DEN = Denver 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

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Classical Music February 2 • Music Education Workshop: The Music of Mendelsson – Estes Valley Library (EP) February 6 • Devil Moon Series: Denver Jazz Trio – Georgetown Heritage Center (GT)

February 9 • Music Education Workshop: The Music of Mendelsson – Estes Valley Library (EP) February 13 • Peak to Peak Concert No. 6: Love Songs from Musicals & Operas – Shepherd of the Mountains Lutheran Church (EP)

February 14 • Kenny Saccamano – Black Forest Restaurant (NED) • Estes Park Music Festival: Jerry Barlow – Stanley Hotel Concert Hall (EP)

February 16 • Music Education Workshop: The Music of Mendelsson – Estes Valley Library (EP) February 21 • Estes Park Music Festival: Fred & Audrey Peterbark – Stanley Hotel Concert Hall (EP) February 28 • Estes Park Music Festival: Sphere Ensemble String Quartet – Stanley Hotel Concert Hall (EP) Crafts/Sewing/Quilting February 1-29 • Decorative Quilts by Ruth Briggs Exhibit – Gilpin County Library (GC)

February 1 • Adult Coloring Club – Estes Valley Library (EP) February 2 • Coal Creek Quilters – Coal Creek Coffee (CCC) • Quirky Quilters – Nederland Community Library (NED) • Friendship Bracelet Making – YMCA of the Rockies (EP) February 4 • Adult Craft Group – John Tomay Memorial Library (GT) • Stitchers Get-Together – Gilpin Recreation Center (GC) • Beginning Knitting – Stitchin’ Den (EP) • Estes Valley Quilt Guild – Estes Valley Library (EP) • Estes Outreach: Comfy Knitted Socks – Neota Designs Weaving and Yarn Studio (EP)

February 5-7 • Sit & Knit Retreat – Shoshoni Yoga Retreat (RV) February 6 • 3D Print Class – Idaho Springs Library (IS) • Decorative Quilts Exhibit Reception – Gilpin County Library (GC)

February 8 • Adult Craft Group – Idaho Springs Library (IS) • Sticks & Strings Craft Group – Stitchin’ Den (EP) February 9 • Art Spa: Valentine’s Cards – Senior Center (EP) • Friendship Bracelet Making – YMCA of the Rockies (EP) February 10 • Fingerless Mitt Crochet – Georgetown Heritage Center (GT)

• Estes Valley Quilt Guild – Good Samaritan Village (EP) • Estes Outreach: Nuno and Needle Felting Intro – Estes Park Middle School (EP)

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MOUNTAIN ARTS – galleries, artists and crafts people Swing dance lessons created for mountain residents

As Northrup got more into dancing she realized that a comBy Jennifer Pund ROLLINSVILLE mitment to learning can be difficult for folks that are juggling ichelle Northrup discovered dancing to help recover jobs and kids, not to mention the cost of gas to get to classes from muscular problems, but continues because of the in Denver or Boulder. “It’s quite an investment for something joy of dancing, the connection with others, and a little you aren’t sure you will like. Especially getting started as a light exercise. She now spends her free time helping mountain beginner, it can feel awkward and take some time. I knew that residents discover the fun of dancing. Her free swing dance if I ever wanted to see swing dancing up here, I’d have to make lessons at the Stage Stop in Rollinsthese dancers myself,” she said. So, ville are a perfect way for beginners to that’s what she did. “The Stage Stop learn the social dance of swing. The bihas been very generous allowing me weekly lessons focus mostly on steps the use of their space, especially since it and rhythm and how to lead or follow. can take a while for people to get in the Solos, couples and whole families can habit of going to class, and some folks – take advantage of these dance nights like me- can take a while to get the basic and have fun learning new dance skills. steps down.”

Northrup spent 10 years commuting The beginner classes are held every long distances to a desk based job and second and fourth Tuesday of the month said the lack of activity and constantly in the hay loft upstairs at the Stage Stop being in the seated position caused main Rollinsville at 7 p.m. Northrup says jor muscular problems. Combined with she arrives a bit early to meet anyone a skiing accident, she gradually became with questions before the lesson begins. unable to walk or move without pain. Learning to Swing Dance at the Stage Stop in She is also available for private lessons “After some physical therapy and spe- Rollinsville. if there are scheduling conflicts.

Photo by Jeffrey V. Smith cific exercises I was ready to incorpo “I decided that offering an open basic rate regular movement that was not-too-much, not-too-little and class would be good practice for me. Over time we might develop dancing fit the bill,” she said. “I did some research and decided I enough intermediates here to fund a class with one of my teachwanted to learn swing dancing, because I like the music.” ers, and eventually some dances with a band,” she said. “I’m just Swing Dance, also known as Jitterbug is actually a group a neighbor who likes dancing and like to share what I’ve learned of dances that developed with jazz music in the 20s, 30s and with people who might not otherwise have the opportunity.”

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Gilpin Library exhibits Coal Creek fiber artist’s work GILPIN COUNTY The Gilpin County Library presents an exhibit of decorative quilts by local artist Ruth Briggs, Jan. 12 until the end of February, on the library’s art wall located in the meeting room. An opening reception takes place, Feb. 6 from 1-3 p.m.

Ruth Briggs’ quilts are more like wall art pieces than a traditional quilt. Her work won “Best of Show – 3D” in the Gilpin Arts Juried Show last year. The Coal Creek Canyon resident worked as a ceramic artist for 38 years before starting to work with fiber and quilting. Her husband, Steve, is well-known for his ceramic work and

classes at the Gilpin Clay Studio.

“Cloth excites me. After working with a limited palette in ceramics, color has opened up a new chapter in my life,” she said. “Quilts have a two-dimensional form with three layers. Adding color, shape, texture and contrast makes a layered statement. I spend a lot of time outside studying nature, trying to come up with new ways of expression. As always I say, ‘Just get up in the morning and make something everyday. Do it. Do it. Do it.’”

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Concert features ‘Songs of Love’ ESTES PARK The Peak to Peak Concert No. 6, Feb. 13 from 2-4 p.m. at Shepherd of Mountain Lutheran Church features Songs of Love from Musicals & Operas. Danielle Hermon-Wood and Brandon Wood, the opera singers from Sondheim’s “Side by Side” at the Old Gallery last summer will, with their friends, perform favorite love songs from musicals and operas to celebrate Valentine’s Day. A reception follows.

The Peak to Peak Concert series is sponsored by the Oratorio Society of Estes Park and the Old Gallery of Allenspark.

There is a suggested donation of $10. Net donations go directly to the musicians.

Shepherd of Mountain Lutheran Church is located at 2000 Ptarmigan Trail in Estes Park. Visit theoldgallery.org or call 970-586-2192 for information.

Original play focuses on next generation

By Jeffrey V. Smith JAMESTOWN The locally written and produced play, “Last Chance Cafe: Next Gen,” will be staged at the Jamestown Mercantile, Feb. 26 and March 4-5. Long-time Jamestown resident and three-time Emmy award winner Richard “DJ” Jenkins created the play as a “labor of love.”

“It’s a remake of the original ‘Last Chance Café’ play I produced 10 years ago,” Jenkins said. “This version employs an entirely new cast of a younger generation. The script has been altered to reflect this young cast and today’s times.”

Jenkins describes the production as a “quirky comedy set in a remote mountain town.” The play uses the actual environment at the Jamestown Mercantile as its

setting where audience and actors share the same space. “It creates an up close and intimate experience,” he said.

“Last Chance Cafe: Next Gen” is the sixth play Jenkins has written and produced. “It is a labor of love in which I hope to inspire the next generation to keep local and original theatre alive,” he said. All proceeds from the show will be donated to the Jamestown Mercantile for its continued survival. The business has been greatly affected by the ongoing reconstruction of the road in James and Lefthand canyons.

The Jamestown Mercantile is located at 108 Main St. Call 303-442-5847 or visit jamestownmercantile.com for more information.

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Museum, Denver National Quilt Show, Front Range Creative Quilters, Boulder Arts & Crafts Gallery and more. According to Harv Mastalir with the Gilpin County Library, the current exhibit of quilts is a “really exceptional show” that is both unique and features “quality” art. He encourages everyone to stop by and see the free show.

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ist’s opening reception, Feb. 6, “fun and merriment will be required of all that attend,” Briggs said.

The Gilpin County Library is located at 15131 Hwy. 119. To learn more, visit www.gilpinlibrary.org, e-mail gilpinlib@co.gilpin.co.us and ruthspots@ msn.com or call 303-582-5777.

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Art at the Center exhibits return

NEDERLAND Nederland’s Art at the Center, started in 2009, is the realization of a long term vision for the Nederland Community Center, which saw the center as a vibrant and beautiful hub for the town and a perfect place to highlight and support Nederland’s image as an emerging artisan center. Local artist Annie Thayer recently took over coordination of the Art at the Center exhibits and is implementing some changes as to how the event works.

Thayer has been co-ordinating the Art at the Center events for several years with Tracy Brewer. She will continue to coordinate new displays of art, with at least one participatory “demo day” each year. The usual art receptions will not be a part of Thayer’s responsibilities, but she will be happy to coordinate with any artist or community member wanting to host a reception.

Two or three times per year, Nederland area artists will be invited to participate in a new art display and will be notified via email, newspaper ads, word of mouth and requests to local galleries.

Local artists have been very involved and enthusiastic about submitting their work, and are encouraged to continue supporting this exciting and satisfying art venue.

For the February 2016 Art Show, there is a digital submission date on Feb. 8 and a notification date on Feb. 15. Those chosen to be in the exhibit can drop off new

art, Feb. 20 from 10 a.m. to noon. Any old art must be removed the week of Feb. 15 and no later than noon, Feb. 20.

Artists may submit digital images of up to six ready-to-hang two-dimensional pieces no smaller than 12” x 12” framed.

Ready-to-hang fiber art larger than 12” x 12” and a limited amount of jewelry and small pottery pieces for a glass case display are also accepted.

All pieces must be original works of art or high-quality prints of original work.

Artists must supply title cards for each piece that include contact information, price, medium and size of piece. Artists are asked to contribute a $20 donation to support the Art at the Center program at the time of registration.

Artists whose works have been displayed at earlier shows may submit pieces for the current display. All displayed artwork will remain up for about four months.

Details about the digital entry requirements and other additional information is available online.

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Gallery offers handmade art, chocolates ESTES PARK Join in a sweet celebration of handmade art, Colorado chocolates and romantic music by violinist Max Wolpert at Aspen and Evergreen Gallery’s annual “Annual Valentine Soiree: Art, Chocolate & Wine,” Feb. 12 from 5-7 p.m.

The event features a sampling of handmade chocolates by three Colorado -based choclaters.

Since 1995, Roberta’s has delighted candy connoisseurs with a delectable assortment of sweet treats, made right here in Colorado. At Truffles in Paradise, they understand one exquisite truffle can transport someone to exotic places, which is why they “lovingly hand make each delicate piece” using only the finest

of ingredients. Piece, Love & Chocolate, a quaint, all-things-chocolate boutique “will enchant, entertain and educate you… about our delectable world of chocolate.”

Violinist, violist, composer, conductor and arranger with over 20 years of experience and performances on three continents, Max Wolpert is an adaptable and versatile musician trained in many musical traditions.

Aspen and Evergreen Gallery is located at 356 East Elkhorn Ave. No. 1 in Estes Park To learn more, call 970-586-4355 or visit www.Aspen andEvergreen.com.

The Nederland Community Center is located at 750 Hwy. 72 N. Visit www. nederlandcommunitycenter.org/artat-the-center or contact Art at the Center Coordinator Annie Thayer at yourartatthecenter@gmail.com or 303-258-0932.

Apply to be Caribou artist-in-residence NEDERLAND The Boulder County Parks and Open Space Department is now accepting applications for the 2016 Artist-in-Residence Program at Caribou Ranch Open Space.

The program provides an opportunity for artists to pursue their work in the inspiring landscape and history of Caribou Ranch.

Musicians, painters, illustrators, photographers, visual/film artists, sculptors, performers, poets, writers, composers and crafts/ artisans are all welcome to apply.

Each year, from July through September, selected artists will stay in the historic DeLonde Barn at Caribou Ranch Open Space for up to seven days. By sharing art with Boulder County, artists can add to residents’ enjoyment of open space and create a legacy

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The open space property offers a variety of landscapes to explore including streams, waterfalls, forests and beautiful vistas.

Moose, elk, black bears, beavers, bats and nearly 90 species of birds live within or pass through the area. Also found on the property is the Blue Bird Mine complex where miners from the 1870s to the 1960s extracted silver ore. In the early 1900s, the site was a whistle stop for the Denver, Boulder & Western Railroad.

Online applications will be accepted until Feb. 15. For more information, program guidelines and an online application, visit www.BoulderCountyOpenSpac.org or contact Pascale Fried at 303-678-6201 or pfried@bouldercounty.org.

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Dance classes cover basic rhythm, partner etiquette, form She said the joy of the dancers is what Lindy Hoppers in performances and think draws her to this style of dance. “Dancing it’s all about throwing each other around, is joyful. You’ll never see so many big, dancing really fast and doing tricks, but sincere smiles as you do on a swing dance that’s the performance variety. Social floor,” she said. “A bad night swing dancLindy is a lot more subdued. Basic social ing is still a really good night, and you can dancing is just for fun and easy going,” she see that joy on everyone’s faces.” said. “I highly recommend it for older folks Nothing is needed to join the lessons, trying to stay active in a fun way [because not even a partner, but she does underof] how intensely you stands that dancing dance is really up to with a stranger can the individual. Each be awkward and person goes at their said it’s worth getown pace.” ting used to. “No She said it took partner is needed as her months of weekly we mainly work on instruction before she solo steps, and for felt truly comfortable partner moves, evwith the steps and eryone dances with movements.

“Eveach other in a rotaeryone is a beginner, tion. This part can be so we stick with just nerve-wracking for learning the basic Learning to Swing Dance at the Stage some, it was a huge rhythm and steps, and Stop in Rollinsville. hurdle for me, but it Photo by Jeffrey V. Smith basic instruction in is so worth getting partner dancing at the end. Nothing fancy,” comfortable with, and dancing with other she said. “Beginners can take all the class- people is really the only way to get betes they want until they are bored and ready ter,” she said. “There are no rules about for an intermediate instruction. It took me gender leading or following in swing. Plus about three months of classes once a week people who dance with only one partner to get started, and a few more months of often learn the same mistakes and can hinintermediate classes to really feel like I was der progress. But if you are a couple who dancing without thinking about it.” only want to dance together is fine too, I Continued from page 15

dance with each person briefly to see how they are doing.”

The Stage Stop swing classes cover the basic rhythm, steps and good partner etiquette and form. Northrup said these social dancing skills are great for everyone, but really good for younger singles. “The focus is on good leading and following skills. Social dancing skills are really super useful for young people in situations where socializing can be awkward. We inadvertently teach some basic social skills that can help young men and women be more comfortable and have more fun in social environments,” she said.

“Plus Ryan Gosling is in a movie playing a swing dancer, so young men should expect swing dancing to be popular with the ladies for a while,” she said of La La Land. The film also stars Emma Stone and will be released this coming summer.

To get on Northrup’s swing dance e-mail list or to ask questions, contact Northrup at Michelle@Northrup.com or visit www.facebook.com/swinginpeaktopeak. Otherwise, simply show up for the next lesson to get started.

The Stage Stop is located 60 Main St. in Rollinsville. Call 303-258-0649 or visit stagestoprollinsville.com for more information.

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Mountain ARTS Come together to draw, learn from human figure during classes LYONS In the spirit of classical art tradition— where artists come together to draw & learn from the human form, Western Stars Gallery & Studio is offering an eight-class

ARTS Calendar Weaving and Yarn Studio (EP)

February 12 • Zombie Barbie Pageant – Idaho Springs Library (IS) February 13 • Art Station Titan & Stargazing Party – Georgetown Heritage Center (GT)

February 16 • Coal Creek Quilters – Coal Creek Coffee (CCC) • Friendship Bracelet Making – YMCA of the Rockies (EP) • Adult Coloring Club – Estes Valley Library (EP) February 17 • Fingerless Mitt Crochet – Georgetown Heritage Center (GT) • Estes Outreach: Nuno and Needle Felting Intro – Estes Park Middle School (EP)

February 18 • Stitchers Get-Together – Gilpin Recreation Center (GC) • Beginning Knitting – Stitchin’ Den (EP) February 20 • NedKnits – Nederland Community Library (NED) • Art4Art Trading Cards – Lyons Regional Library (LY) February 22 • Sticks & Strings Craft Group – Stitchin’ Den (EP) February 23 • Friendship Bracelet Making – YMCA of the Rockies (EP) February 24 • Fingerless Mitt Crochet – Georgetown Heritage Center (GT) • Estes Outreach: Nuno and Needle Felting Intro – Estes Park Middle School (EP)

February 25 • Beginning Crocheting – Stitchin’ Den (EP) • Estes Outreach: Three Bags Full Knitted Purse Sampler – Neota Designs Weaving & Yarn Studio (EP)

• Estes Park Area Weavers Guild Monthly Meeting – Estes Valley Library (EP)

February 25-28 • Estes Valley Quilt Guild Retreat – YMCA of the Rockies (EP) Film/Photography February 5 • First Friday Movie Night: ‘Goosebumps’ – Georgetown Heritage Center (GT)

February 7 • PhotoJAM – Lyons Photography Art Center (LY) February 25-27 • Photographing Winter Landscapes – Rocky Mountain Conservancy (EP)

Fine Art/Painting/Gallery Events February 1-14 • First Year Members Show – Art Center of Estes Park (EP) February 2 • Estes Outreach: Oil/Acrylic Painting – Estes Park High School (EP)

February 4 • Sip ‘n Paint: Rooster w/Betsy Hubner – Western Stars Gallery (LY)

February 5 • First Friday: Marco Antonio & Live Music – Salto Coffee Works (NED)

February 6 • Beers ‘n Brushes w/Joe Kuckla – Western Stars Gallery (LY) • A Show For Valentine’s Day Reception – Cultural Arts Council of Estes Park (EP)

February 6-28 • A Show For Valentine’s Day: Mixed Media Art From the Heart – Cultural Arts Council of Estes Park (EP) February 7 • Figure Drawing from Life Sessions – Western Stars Gallery February 9 • Estes Outreach: Watercolor Madness – The Studio Fine Art & Framing (EP)

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for collegiality, experimentation, exploration and sharing time with other artists in an unstructured studio environment.

Each Sunday session is $15 or buy a four-session card for $52 or eight-session

card for $84. Advance registration payment is required. Call 303-747-3818 or stop by Western Stars Gallery & Studio, 160 E. Main St. in Lyons. Visit www.westernstarsgallerystudio.com to learn more.

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February 11 • Beginning Crocheting – Stitchin’ Den (EP) • Estes Outreach: Comfy Knitted Socks – Neota Designs

& Studio (LY)

“Figure Drawing from Life” series every other week beginning Feb. 7. Classes feature short gestural, then long poses, with a clothed or costumed model.

Western Stars Gallery & Studio is geared

• Illustrator Brad Sneed – Estes Park High School (EP) February 11 Polar Bear Sip ‘n Paint: Fundraiser for LEAF – Western Stars Gallery & Studio (LY)

February 12 • Canvas & Cannabis – Club Ned (NED) • Annual Valentine Soiree: Art, Chocolate & Wine – Aspen & Evergreen Gallery (EP)

February 12-14 • ‘For the Love of the Arts’ Love Sale and Auction Benefit – Cultural Arts Council of Estes Park (EP) February 13 • Valentine’s Art, Chocolate & Wine – Aspen & Evergreen Gallery (EP)

February 18 • Steamboat Mountain Sip ‘n Paint – Western Stars Gallery & Studio (LY)

February 20 • Watercolor w/Ruth Wilson: Paint a Barn – Aspen & Evergreen Gallery (EP)

• Mentor/Student Show Reception – Art Center of Estes Park (EP) February 20-March 25 • Mentor/Student Show – Art Center of Estes Park (EP) February 21 • Canvas & Cocktails – Stage Stop (RV) • Figure Drawing from Life Sessions – Western Stars Gallery & Studio (LY)

February 25 • Local Lyons Sip ‘n Paint w/Amanda: Sally King’s Bear Statues – Western Stars Gallery & Studio (LY) February 26 • Canvas & Cannabis – Club Ned (NED) February 27 • Beginning Pastel Technique with Diane Wood: Sunset – Western Stars Gallery & Studio (LY)

February 28 • Beers ‘n Brushes w/Arthur Lee Land – Western Stars Gallery & Studio (LY)

Literary Events/Book Clubs February 4 • Coal Creek Book Club – Coal Creek Coffee (CCC) February 11 • Mountain MidLife Book Group – TBD (NED) February 12 • Women’s Book Group – Old Gallery (AP) February 15 • Book Group – Idaho Springs Library (IS) February 16 • Reading is Doctor Recommended: ‘Molecules of Emotion’ – Estes Valley Library (EP) February 17 • Financial Book Club – Estes Valley Library (EP) February 18 • Book Group – John Tomay Memorial Library (GT) February 19 • Legendary Locals (Part II of V): The Dannels Family and Estes Park – Estes Park Museum (EP) February 20 • Love Your Local Author: Centennial Event – Estes Valley Library (EP)

Museums February 1 • Meet Me @ the Museum – Estes Park Museum (EP) Poetry/Spoken Word/Comedy February 18 • Wine & Words – Happy Trails Café (NED) February 28 • Blue Now Poetry Night – Blue Owl Books (NED) Theater/Opera/Dance/Fashion February 3-4 • Estes Park Repertoire Theatre Auditions: ‘Diner On The Way’ – Masonic Lodge (EP)

February 6 • Lyons Old-Time Square Dance & Lessons – Mayama Movement Studio (LY)

February 9 • Free Swing Dance Lessons – Stage Stop (RV) February 23 • Free Swing Dance Lessons – Stage Stop (RV) February 26 • Jamestown Town Play: ‘The Last Chance Café: Next Gen’ – Jamestown Mercantile (JT) Writing February 1 • Writing Skills – Nederland Community Center (NED) February 2 • Writers Circle – Nederland Community Library (NED) February 10 • Writing Life Stories – Nederland Community Library (NED) February 17 • Estes Outreach: Essential Expression: Art & Writing – Sacred Space at Old Church Shops (EP)

• Estes Outreach: Writing Memoirs – Senior Center (EP) February 18 • Writing Skills – Nederland Community Center (NED) February 24 • Writing Life Stories – Nederland Community Library (NED) • Estes Outreach: Writing Memoirs – Senior Center (EP) WEEKLY ARTS Classical Music Tuesday-Wednesday • James Davis Classical Guitar – Twin Owls Steak House (EP) Wednesday • Peak to Peak Chorale Rehearsal – Gilpin County Library (GC) Saturday • Ray Young – Nicky’s Restaurant (EP) Crafts/Sewing/Quilting Monday • Adult Coloring Night – Club Ned (NED) • Stitch ‘n Rippers Quilters – New Covenant Church (EP) Tuesday • Warped Weavers – Kelley House (AP) • Trail Ridge Quilters – Estes Park Medical Center (EP) • Sit & Knit – Stitchin’ Den (EP) Wednesday • Craft & Coffee Wednesdays – Three Bears Trading (GT) • Chat, Knit, Spin and Weave Any Handwork– Weavers Attic (LY)

Thursday • Thursday Evening Clay – Gilpin Recreation Center (GC) • Fabric & Thread Arts Group – Coal Creek Coffee (CCC) • Beginning Kitting – Stitchin’ Den (EP) Saturday • Saturday Morning Clay – Gilpin Recreation Center (GC) • Weaving Demonstrations on Vintage Looms – Weavers Attic (LY)

Saturday-Sunday • Wonderful World of Wool Exhibit – Georgetown Heritage Center (GT)

Sunday • Weaving Demonstrations on Vintage Looms – Weavers Attic (LY)

Film/Photography Monday • NAS Movie Matinee – Backdoor Theater (NED) Friday • Movie – Backdoor Theater (NED) Saturday • Movie – Backdoor Theater (NED) Fine Art/Painting/Gallery Events Monday • Palette Pals Open Art Studio – Estes Park Senior Center (EP) • Sip & Paint – Murphy’s Resort (EP)

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Wednesday • Art Group – Old Gallery • Nederland Seniors Art & Painting – Location: 303-2589392 (NED)

• NAS Watercolor Painting – Nederland Community Presbyterian Church (NED)

• Sip & Paint – Murphy’s Resort (EP) • Drawing w/Peter Gaustad – Estes Park High School (EP) Thursday • Water Color Painting Class – CCCIA Hall (CCC) Friday • Taste & Create – Snowy Peaks Winery (EP) • Sip & Paint – Murphy’s Resort (EP) Saturday • Sip & Paint – Murphy’s Resort (EP) Literary Events/Book Clubs Wednesday • All Ages Story Time – 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 • Nia, Beginning Adult Dance – Mayama Movement Studio (LY) Monday • International Folk Dancing – Nederland Community Center (NED) • Nia, Jazz, Ballet, Contemporary – Mayama Movement Studio (LY)

• Acrobatics – Starflower Dance Company (EP) Tuesday • Mountain Movers – Nederland Community Center (NED) • Breakin’, Hip Hop, Tap, Musical Theater – Mayama Movement Studio (LY)

Wednesday • Peak to Peak Chorale Rehearsal – Gilpin County Library (GC) • Mountain Movers – Nederland Community Center (NED) • Middle Eastern Belly Dancing – Clear Creek Recreation Center (IS)

• Nia, 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 • Nia, Tap, Jazz – Mayama Movement Studio (LY) Saturday • Youth Dance – Gilpin Community Center (GC) • Central City Wild Bunch – Main Street (CC) 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

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February 2 • Open Mic hosted by Dan Perez – Pioneer Inn (NED) February 3 • Open Mic Night for Singers, Songwriters, Poets – Da Rivuh Fish & BBQ Company (IS)

• Celtic Music by Matthew Gurnsey – Tavern 1929 (EP) February 4 • The Heartstring Hunters – Jamestown Mercantile (JT) • Open Mic Potluck: Mexican Night – Spirit Hounds Distillery (LY)

• Swing State – Oskar Blues Grill & Brew (LY) February 5 • Gary & Claudia – Troia’s Café (GT) • DJ Rockstar Aaron – Ameristar Casino (BH) • Bruce Lish & George Stone – Very Nice Brewing (NED) • Open Mic Night – Old Gallery (AP) • Crazy Mountain Billies – Jamestown Mercantile (JT) • Happy Hill Zydeco Band – Oskar Blues Grill & Brew (LY) • David Potter – Rock Inn Mountain Tavern (EP) February 6 • Jim Stahlhut – Troia’s Café (GT) • DJ Bedz – Ameristar Casino (BH) • Mardi Gras Kick-off Party: Black Dog & the Ned Horns, Ben Sproul & Freinds – Stage Stop (RV) • Steepland String Band – Very Nice Brewing (NED) • The Railsplitters – Salina Schoolhouse (SA) • Craig Cornett & The Phast & Reckless – Jamestown Mercantile (JT)

• Music in the Morning: Maya Bennett – Stone Cup (LY) • Chain Station – Oskar Blues Grill & Brew (LY) February 7 • Music in the Morning – Stone Cup (LY) • Old Man Winter After Party – Oskar Blues Grill & Brew (LY) February 9 • 2nd Mardi Gras Crawfish Boil w/Zydecoasters – Da Rivuh Fish & BBQ Company (IS)

• Open Mic hosted by Blackdog – Pioneer Inn (NED) • Jockamo – Oskar Blues Grill & Brew (LY) • Open Mic Night w/Jon Pickett – Ed’s Cantina (EP)

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MOUNTAIN MUSIC – sounds from the high country Acoustic blues ‘greats’ collaborate on new material

common in the new material that the two are recording for an ALLENSPARK The Old Gallery hosts a night of authentic music with acous- upcoming album. tic blues “greats” Phil Wiggins and George Kilby, Jr., Feb. 21 Wiggins is arguably America’s foremost blues harmonica from 6-9 p.m. The two regularly tour together in Europe and the virtuoso. While rooted in the melodic Piedmont or “Tidewater” blues of the Chesapeake region, his mastery of the instruU.S. An optional potluck takes place from 5-6 p.m.

Phil Wiggins was half of the internationally acclaimed ment now transcends stylistic boundaries. Born in Washington acoustic blues duo Cephas and Wiggins for 30 years. Together D.C. in 1954, Wiggins achieved worldwide acclaim over three decades as one half of the premier they made 14 albums for SmithsoPiedmont blues duo of Cephas & nian Folkways, Alligator and FlyWiggins. Since the death of guiing Fish labels, among others. tarist and singer John Cephas in George Kilby Jr spent 20 years 2009, Wiggins brought his harplaying with and producing albums monica wizardry to bear in a varifor the legendary pianist Pinetop ety of musical collaborations.

Perkins of Muddy Waters’ band.

“I play rough-cut American roots The two met not long after the music. George Kilby, Jr. said. “My passing of their respective musical lyrics cut to the heart of things partners; and this has resulted in a with no apologies; and I break any new dynamic partnership includrule I need to, so the music speaks ing tours and major Blues festivals directly to the people.” in the US, Canada and Europe.

Tickets are $20 or $15 for seniors Their extensive catalog of songs Phil Wiggins, on harmonica, and George Kilby, Jr., on 65 and older or students with ID. as well as a songwriting collabo- guitar, regularly tour Europe and U.S. together.

The potluck is an additional $5 and ration developing new material are a dish to share. Tickets are available at Macdonald Book Shop in the inspiration for a new record in the works.

In 2013, Kilby and Wiggins recorded and released Kilby’s Estes Park, The Old Gallery and online at wigginskilbyjrtrioattog. song, You Never See the Hand Throw the Stone, which tackles brownpapertickets.com. racism, religion, and corruption. The song appears on the CD Six Pack. Their current collaborative material follows this path The Old Gallery is located at 14863 Hwy. 7 in Allenspark. instead of recycling old blues themes, however classic they Visit www.theoldgallery.org and www.georgekilbyjr.com or may be. Themes such as police, race strife, forgiveness, the call 303-747-2906 for more information. second amendment and the preservation of the environment are

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Celebrate Mardi Gras with Zydeco band, crawfish

IDAHOS SPRINGS Da Rivuh Fish & BBQ Company celebrates Mardi Gras, Feb. 9 from 6-9 p.m., with its second annual Crawfish Boil featuring live Louisianna music from Nederland’s Zydecoasters.

The Zydecoasters, “the world’s highest zydeco band,” play highenergy Louisiana dance music, and more, guaranteed to “get you off your butt and on the dance floor.” The band features Gerry C. on accordion and harmonica; Jon “Blackdog” Ridnell on guitar; Dave Lyons on bass; Mike Cutler on rub-board and vocals and Matt Smart on drums.

Da Rivuh’s owner/chef Doug Smith will be boiling live crawfish on the patio served up by the pound with sausage and corn. Happy Hour, including 50¢ off Louisiana’s Abita Beer and others as well as $1 off house wines, will also be extended until close.

Da Rivuh Fish & BBQ Company is located at 1446 Miner Street in Idaho Springs. Visit darivuh.com or call 303-963-5901 to learn more.

Music festival celebrates winter AVON The one-of-a-kind WinterWonderGrass Festival returns to the Vail Valley, Feb. 1921, featuring more than 25 bands and 18 Colorado breweries over its three days in Avon’s Nottingham Park. The festival is a combination of world-class bluegrass, roots and acoustic artists, craft beer and libations and star-filled Rocky Mountain nights.

Headlining WinterWonderGrass for two nights is acclaimed Michigan bluegrass band Greensky Bluegrass. Greensky has developed a large following in the bluegrass scene through grassroots touring and is defining the genre for a new generation with its gritty, Greensky Bluegrass rootsy, Americana sound. The Wood Brothers and Nahko and Medicine for the People join Greensky Bluegrass on the main stage. Deep-rooted bluegrass legends Peter Rowan and Larry Keel also add to the stellar 2016 roster.

Additional artists on the lineup include Sister Sparrow and the Dirty Birds, Fruition, Dustbowl Revival, Grant Farm, Lil’ Smokies, Drunken Hearts, Mandolin Orange, Dave Simonett and Dave Carroll

from Trampled by Turtles and more.

Colorado craft breweries will pour their signature brews from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. each day in the two heated beer tents. Both brew tents include side stages surrounded by hay bales and whiskey barrels, hosting raucous bluegrass jams.

New to WinterWonderGrass this year is Napa Valley’s sustainable farmstead and winery Long Meadow Ranch presenting The SoapBox Cafe and Wine Bar.This new tent will house a coffee bar, wine bar and pastry bar plus will feature three performances a day showcasing songwriters.

Also new this year are more bands, more food trucks, more places to grab a beer and more brewers and artists for the beer halls and new Storyteller Cafe.

Each year, WinterWonderGrass supports Colorado nonprofits with a focus on music education, environmental protection and disaster relief. This year, the festival has partnered with Education Foundation of Eagle County, Eagle Valley Land Trust and All Hands Volunteers.

The festival will have composting and recycling stations and offer Klean Kanteen stainless steel commemorative festival mug with each three-day festival ticket, dramatically reducing single use plastics.

A kick-off party, Feb. 18, with Fruition and the WinterWonderGrass All-Stars featuring members of Leftover Salmon, Peter Rowan and guests takes place at the Vilar Performing Arts Center in Vail for $20.

Three day tickets are $149 with VIP tickets coming in at $249. Single-day tickets ranging from $59-$69 are also available. Children younger than 12 are free.

Nottingham Park is located at 1 W. Benchmark Road in Avon. For more information or to purchase tickets and view the complete schedule, visit www. winterwondergrass.com or e-mail info@winterwondergrass.com.

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LOVE

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Peter Kater

eter Kater’s new album, Love, is his first solo piano release in over 10 years and is possibly his most personal and intimate recording ever. It is a generous offering of over 70 minutes of improvisations and compositions all inspired by love with detailed liner notes about the meaning and circumstances surrounding each song. The Grammy Award-nominated album embodies the many subtleties, joys, vulnerabilities, excitement, fears and deeply transformational qualities of our most essential and powerful emotion: love.

“I have been playing the piano since I was six years old. There are very few things that are more natural to me than making music,” Kater said. “In playing the piano I am able to express what is deep in my heart and soul, where words fall short and seem colorless in comparison. I am fortunate to have a recording studio in my home. Almost every time I sit at the piano to play, I press the record button just in case something ‘special’ comes through.

These improvisations and compositions were recorded over the last three years, in ‘the heat’ of the moment. These are musical portraits of my heart, ripe with emotions, joy, complexities, excitement, pain and revelations of the various manifestations and landscapes of love.”

For Valentine’s Day, the album is being sold as part of the “LOVE Essentials” package that includes an autographed copy of Peter Kater’s Grammy Award nominated LOVE CD, plus three very special products created to enhance your listening experience. The CD liner notes share Peter’s thoughts about the meaning and inspiration surrounding each of the songs.

1. Love 2. Innocence 3. Deeply 4. Intimacy 5. Two of Us 6. Union 7. Mystery

Celebrating the Colorado Mountain Lifestyle

TRACKS 8. Safe Haven 9. Tenderness 10. Eternal Spring 11. Turbulence 12. Keep Loving You 13. Passion

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Support food bank at ‘epic blues dance’ ROLLINSVILLE Get your mojo working! Colorado’s Mountain Mojo Band serves up an eclectic mix of blues dance, Left Coast swing and soul classics from Chicago, Detroit, New Orleans and beyond. The band plays an “epic blues dance” benefit show for the Gilpin County Food Bank, Feb. 12 at 7 p.m., at the Stage Stop in Rollinsville.

Nonperishable food donations will be accepted beginning at 6 p.m. with no additional cover change.

The band, formed in September 2015, features Eric “The Truth” James on guitar, Joey Jammer on harp, and the rhythm section Shug Shilliday and Noel the Soul Edmund, “will have you dancin’ the blues away all night long.”

The Gilpin County Food Bank is administered by the Gilpin County Department of

Human Services located in the Gilpin County Justice Center. Food Assistance programs in the county include Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program cards and monthly distribution of food items from the Gilpin County Food Bank which are available for low-income individuals and families in need. The food bank’s hours are Tuesday and Thursday from 1:30-4 p.m. Donations are always accepted.

The Stage Stop is located at 60 Main St. in Rollinsville. Visit stagestoprollinsville.com for additional details. The Gilpin County Food Bank is located at 2960 Dory Hill Road, Suite 100 north of Black Hawk. Contact Karen Erdman or Nora Shumate at 303-582-5444, ext.

1129 for more information.

Music series begins with ‘dynamic’ jazz trio GEORGETOWN The Georgetown Heritage Center’s Devil Moon Series kicks off, Feb. 6 from 7-9 p.m. with The Denver Jazz Trio.

The young, dynamic trio featuring piano, bass and percussion will perform in an intimate setting with cabaret seating. Wine and hors-d’oeuvres will also be offered making it the perfect romantic evening.

The Devil Moon Series also includes Mary Christ, a lyric soprano from Denver, on March 5. She performs classical and

popular selections with instrumentalists and duets. Classical Connections, an accomplished group of classical musicians, performs in May. The Georgetown Heritage Center is located at 809 Taos St. in Georgetown. Visit www.georgetowntrust. org, call 303-569-0289 or e-mail info@georgetownheritagecenter.org to learn more.

Mountain MUSIC Calendar February 11 • Open Mic – Very Nice Brewing (NED) • Augustus – Jamestown Mercantile (JT) • Flash Mountain Flood –Pioneer Inn (NED) February 12 • Jim Stahlhut – Troia’s Café (GT) • DJ Avionyx – Ameristar Casino (BH) • Gilpin Food Bank Benefit: Mountain Mojo – Stage Stop (RV) • Tobin Hadlock – Very Nice Brewing (NED) • Andy Matteo – Jamestown Mercantile (JT) • Fox Feather – Oskar Blues Grill & Brew (LY) • Jake Simpson Band – Rock Inn Mountain Tavern (EP) February 13 • Bittersweet – Troia’s Café (GT) • DJ EJ – Ameristar Casino (BH) • Mark Wills Duo – Reserve Casino (CC) • Eric Stone – Very Nice Brewing (NED) • Left Coast Country – Jamestown Mercantile (JT) • Music in the Morning: James Faulk – Stone Cup (LY) • Love Hurts – Oskar Blues Grill & Brew (LY) February 13-14 • Tom McNeil – Lewis Sweet Shop (EM) February 14 • Gary & Claudia – Troia’s Café (GT) • The Drunken Hearts w/Burlesque Show – Stage Stop (RV) • George Nelson Band – Pioneer Inn (NED) • Music in the Morning: Billy Shaddox – Stone Cup (LY) • Greg Schochet, Katie Glassman, Andrew Bonnis and Christine King – Oskar Blues Grill & Brew (LY) • KC Grooves & Oklahoma Jake – Rock Inn Mountain Tavern (EP) • Estes Park Music Festival: Jerry Barlow – Stanley Hotel (EP) February 15 • Jon Pickett – Rock Inn (EP) February 16 • Open Mic hosted by Dan Perez – Pioneer Inn (NED) February 17 • Open Mic Night – Da Rivuh Fish & BBQ Company (IS)

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Fat Tuesday includes music, food LYONS Enjoy Fat Tuesday, Feb. 9, at the original Oskar Blues location in Lyons with New Orleans food, special drinks and Jokamo, the “finest in Bluesiana music” from 7:30-10:30 p.m.

Order some classic New Orleans cuisine like fried oysters, shrimp étouffée, oyster po boys, red beans with Irene’s dirty rice and King Cake—find the baby and win a prize. There is also free face painting for everyone, Jockamo plus it’s Tuesday night kids night and the venue’s famous open bluegrass pick is scheduled for later in the evening.

Forming in 2001, Jockamo began playing music representing the Gulf Coast and New Orleans styles. The band’s music grew over the years spanning from foot stompin’ zydeco, blues and R&B to good ole rock ‘n’ roll.

Band Leader, Rich “Papamo” Johnson, directs Jockamo from behind his keys and out front. With his fun-loving accordion playing and a great voice for

Oskar Blues Grill & Brew is located at 303 Main St. in Lyons. To learn more, call 303-823-6685 or visit oskarblues.com and jockamoband.com.

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• Celtic Music by Matthew Gurnsey – Tavern 1929 (EP) February 18 • Celtic Session w/The Gael – Very Nice Brewing (NED) • King Cardinal – Jamestown Mercantile (JT) • Complete Unknowns – Oskar Blues Grill & Brew (LY) February 19 • Jim Stahlhut – Troia’s Café (GT) • Open Mic Night – Old Gallery (AP) • Gasoline Lollipops – Oskar Blues Grill & Brew (LY) February 20 • Gary & Claudia – Troia’s Café (GT) • David Booker – Alpine Restaurant & Bar (GT) • DJ Bedz – Ameristar Casino (BH) • Bugaboo – Jamestown Mercantile (JT) • Music in the Morning: David Coile – Stone Cup (LY) • Bonnie & the Clydes – Oskar Blues Grill & Brew (LY) February 21 • Flash Mountain Flood – Very Nice Brewing (NED) • Masters of the Blues: Phil Wiggins & George Kilby, Jr. –

February 27 • Jim Stahlhut – Troia’s Café (GT) • Tacos N Tunes: Jacob Green – Blue Owl Books (NED) • Andrew Wynne – Corona Bar at Eldora Mountain Resort (NED) • Many Mountains – Very Nice Brewing (NED) • End of the Month Potluck w/Hippo Temple – Club Ned (NED) • Ben Hanna Band – Jamestown Mercantile (JT) • Music in the Morning: James Faulk – Stone Cup (LY) • Taarka – Oskar Blues Grill & Brew (LY) • Jay Stott – Rock Inn Mountain Tavern (EP) February 28 • Brad Martin – Very Nice Brewing (NED) • Music in the Morning: Aural Elixir – Stone Cup (LY) • Cosmic Mesa – Oskar Blues Grill & Brew (LY) WEEKLY MUSIC Sunday • Bluegrass Jam – Brightwood Music (NED) Monday • Open Jovan “Open Mic Jimtown Style” – Jamestown

• Music in the Morning: Banjo Andy – Stone Cup (LY) • Rusty 44 – Oskar Blues Grill & Brew (LY) • Just Jill – Rock Inn Mountain Tavern (EP) February 23 • Open Mic hosted by Blackdog – Pioneer Inn (NED) • Open Mic Night w/Jon Pickett – Ed’s Cantina (EP) February 24 • Patrick Dethlefs, Macon Terry and Austin Crane –

Tuesday • Open Mic – Pioneer Inn (NED) • “A Night at the Goat” Open Mic – KYGT Radio (IS) • Bluegrass Pick – Oskar Blues Grill & Brew (LY) • James Davis – Twin Owls Steakhouse (EP) Wednesday • Blues Night – Pioneer Inn (NED) • Vinyl Night – Very Nice Brewing (NED) • Open Bluegrass Pick – Jamestown Mercantile (JT) • Open Stage w/Michael Roe – Lonigans Saloon Nightclub

Old Gallery (AP)

Jamestown Mercantile (JT)

February 25 • Chris Sheldon and Friends – Jamestown Mercantile (JT) • KC & Jake – Oskar Blues Grill & Brew (LY) February 26 • Gary & Claudia – Troia’s Café (GT) • Tony Rosario – Alpine Restaurant & Bar (GT) • Mary Russell – Gold Hill Store & Public House (GH) • Halden Wofford & The High*beams – Oskar Blues Grill & Brew (LY)

zydeco, Papamo brings New Orleans with him wherever he goes.

Lead vocalist, Jill Watkins is a powerful singer and an entertaining performer.

Her soul-grinding blues style and passion for performing have made her a Colorado favorite.

Watkins joined Jockamo in 2011, bringing a playfulness and joyful energy to an already tight show. She is well known in for her “sassiness and powerful voice.”

Her versatility is experienced through her various projects including her own original blues project the Jill Watkins Band.

Jokamo also includes Randy Sibley on guitar; Al Sutton on drums; Bernie Mysior on bass; Jeff Ingram on saxophone, flute and percussion; and Rick Jones on percussion.

Mercantile (JT)

& Grill (EP)

• James Davis – Twin Owls Steakhouse (EP) Thursday • Grumpy’s Acoustic Jam – Alpine Restaurant & Bar (GT) • Boogie Nights Open Jam – Pioneer Inn (NED) • Open Mic: Taylor Radio + Potluck – Spirit Hound Distillery (LY) • Ladies Night w/Mountain Town Rockers – Estes Park Resort (EP)

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Friday • Lady’s Night: Live Music by Joseph Lingenfelter – Rock Creek Tavern Pizzeria (AP)

• Ray Young – Nicky’s Restaurant (EP) • James Davis – Twin Owls Steakhouse (EP) • Karaoke (Theme Night) – Lonigans Saloon Nightclub & Grill (EP) • Open Mic – Elk Meadow Lodge (EP) • Bob Smallwood – View Restaurant @ Crags Lodge (EP) Saturday • Karaoke (Prize Night) – Lonigans Saloon Nightclub & Grill (EP) • Live Music – Kind Coffee (EP) • Mountain Town Trio – Tavern and Brewery at Mary’s Lake Lodge (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

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