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CULTURE
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Morris’ love promoting music, Idaho Springs - Page 14
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By Jennifer Pund PEAK TO PEAK hen you spend any time in the Peak to Peak region, it doesn’t take long to notice most cars traveling our high country roads have a dog as the co-pilot. Not only residents, but visitors also enjoy spending time with “man’s best friend” in the hills. Many hotels, restaurants and retail spaces welcome you and your dog for relaxing, dining and shopping.
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Searching for lodging in the Peak to Peak can be overwhelming with its many scenic and recreation locations and the wide range of pampering accommodations. Fortunately for those traveling with pets, the list does not wane much when looking for petfriendly lodging. In Estes Park the most desired destination, The Lodge at the Stanley Hotel, not only pampers you, but also Continued on page 7
Photo: Jeffrey V. Smith; Model: Bear; Home-made food/location: Roy’s Last Shot
Peak to Peak Byway winds its way through mining, tourism history This is a year-long series exploring the history By Jeffrey V. Smith found along the drive. PEAK TO PEAK The Peak to Peak Highway, for which this PART SEVEN: Colo. 72 Mile Marker 42 to the region is named, is a designated Scenic and Hisintersection with Reindeer Lane toric Byway. The 55-mile-long This section of the Peak to Peak Byroute provides matchless views way picks up at mile marker 42, winds of the Continental Divide and through Ward, past the turn-off to popular its timbered approaches and Brainard Lake and through an abundance winds past a string of popular of Boulder County mining and tourism attractions including Arapaho history. Part seven ends past the turn-off and Roosevelt National Forests, to Beaver Reservoir near the intersection Golden Gate Canyon State Park, of Reindeer Lane and Colo. 72. Eldora Mountain Resort and The section begins again in the National Rocky Mountain National Park. Forest and a hilly feature known as Grassy The route combines abundant Part Seven Top dominates the views to the east. It’s recreation, scenery and mining pointed, has no trees and is covered in grass history allowing those who drive it a chance to experience the full-range of Colorado’s offerings. Continued on page 8
Ward, Colorado at the turn of the 20th Century.
TAKE NOTE – supporting our community
Volume 6, Issue 7 • July 2013
Fireworks, fires banned throughout Peak to Peak region PEAK TO PEAK It’s July and summer is in full swing. Activities and events in the high country reach a peak this month providing countless opportunities to get out and enjoy yourself in the Peak to Peak. Look through the paper and the many calendars for myriad options. Perhaps the biggest event of the month is the Independence Day holiday. Community parades, picnics and other festivities are planned in all area towns. In an effort avoid canceling this year’s fireworks for safety concerns yet again, Nederland is planning a Fourth of July celebration without shooting fire into the sky. Community-oriented events like the Nederland Fire Department Barrel Wars, live local
music and the annual parade and picnic will keep festivities safe for our forests and our homes. Coal Creek Canyon and other communities also have “fire-wise” Fourth of July celebrations planned. Black Hawk, Estes Park and Idaho Springs still plan to hold fireworks displays, but be sure to pay attention to cancelation announcements, especially is the weather remains hot and dry. Speaking of hot, dry weather, our forests remain in drought conditions and fire danger is as high as ever. Personal fireworks and all fires are banned throughout the Peak to Peak. Local police are again enforcing a “zero tolerance” stance on the usage of fireworks. Some communities will even be
hanging fliers reminding residents and tourists alike that there are consequences for lighting fireworks. While regulations differ from county to county, in the summer it is safe to assume all fires are banned. It’s best to error on the side of safety then burning down your neighbors’ homes and thousands of acres of picturesque forests. The month begins with fire bans throughout Clear Creek, Gilpin, Boulder and Larimer counties. Unless massive amounts of moisture falls in the coming weeks, the bans will remain in effect throughput July at a minimum. One event worth getting out for this month is Blossom! – scheduled for July 13 beginning at 11 a.m. – which is a benefit for Way High Radio and the Ward Public Library. Enjoy local favorites Gipsy Moon Blue Mountain Jam, OPUS and more for free while consuming “killer” food and drinks and bidding on auction items. Event organizers are seeking help for the big day along with donations for the auctions. Help support community radio and e-mail wayhighradio@gmail.com or call 303-532-4895 if you can help. Another unique diversion is the July 6 premiere of the documentary film Ski Hidden Valley. The film tells the story of the Hidden Valley ski area above Estes Park. For over 60 years, it was a viable ski resort close to the population centers of the Front Range. Hear many local interviews and the past, present and future of the former ski area. Visit www.skihiddenvalleyfilm.org to learn more. Addiction Recovery Groups
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Sunday Gilpin County H.A.L.T. – St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Central City NA Meeting – Clubhouse (701 Elm Road, Estes Park) Monday Clear Creek Road Runners AA, Al-Anon – United Church of Idaho Springs Al Anon – Allenspark Community Church AA Meeting – St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church, Estes Park AA Meeting – IOOF Hall, Lyons Tuesday AA Meeting – St. Rita’s Catholic Church, Nederland AA Meeting – Golden Gate Grange AA Meeting, Woman’s AA – St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal, Estes Park Wednesday Gilpin County H.A.L.T. – St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Central City NA Meeting – Nederland Veterinary Hospital (Back Office) AA Meeting – Coal Creek Canyon United Power Offices AA Meeting – The Old Gallery AA Meeting – St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church, Estes Park Thursday Eating Disorders Group – Nederland Veterinary Hospital (Back Office) Overeaters Anonymous – The Old Gallery NA Meeting – Clubhouse (701 Elm Road, Estes Park) Clear Creek Road Runners AA – United Church of Idaho Springs AA Meeting – Nederland Veterinary Hospital (Back Office) AA Meeting – St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church, Estes Park Friday NA Meeting – Harmony Foundation of Estes Park Clear Creek Road Runners AA – United Church of Idaho Springs AA Meeting – St. Rita’s Catholic Church, Nederland AA Meeting – New Covenant Church, Allenspark AA Meeting – St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church, Estes Park Saturday Clear Creek Road Runners AA – United Church of Idaho Springs AA Meeting – St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church, Estes Park Visit www.aa.org; www.na.org or www.oa.org to find other regional meetings and resources.
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FOOD & DRINK CALENDAR
July 1 Lovin’ Cup Community Kitchen – Deli at 8236’ July 2 Soup Night – The Old Gallery July 3 Eat Catering Farm Dinner – Lyons Farmette July 4 Fourth of July Twang Fest & BBQ – Gold Hill Inn Pancake Breakfast, Community Lunch – CCCIA Hall Estes Valley Farmers Market – Fairgrounds at Stanley Park Allenspark Community Picnic – Highlands Presbyterian Camp Independence Day Pancake Breakfast – Our Lady of the Mountains Catholic Church
Food Pantry – Nederland Community Center Nederland Community Picnic – Jeff Guercio Memorial Ballfield Pancake Breakfast – Jamestown Town Square Park Independence Day Buffet – Waterfront Grille @ Estes Park Resort (EP)
July 5 Idaho Springs Farmer’s Market – Courtney-Ryley-Cooper Park July 7 HogaBluesa – The Old Gallery July 10 Canyon Winds Wine Dinner – Stanley Hotel Black Cat Farm Dinner – Lyons Farmette July 11 Estes Valley Farmers Market – Fairgrounds at Stanley Park July 12 Idaho Springs Farmer’s Market – Courtney-Ryley-Cooper Park July 13 Stills in the Hills Colorado Distillers Tasting – Central City Main Street
Pints & Poses – Very Nice Brewing July 15 Lovin’ Cup Community Kitchen – Deli at 8236’ July 17 Crust Pizza Dinner – Lyons Farmette July 18 Estes Valley Farmers Market – Fairgrounds at Stanley Park July 19 Idaho Springs Farmer’s Market – Courtney-Ryley-Cooper Park Dinner and a Movie – St. Paul’s Episcopal Church July 20 Beers & Bellies (Belly Dancing Class) – Very Nice Brewing July 24 Spice of Life Farm Dinner – Lyons Farmette July 25 Estes Valley Farmers Market – Fairgrounds at Stanley Park Food Pantry – Nederland Community Center July 26 Idaho Springs Farmer’s Market – Courtney-Ryley-Cooper Park July 29 Lovin’ Cup Community Kitchen – Deli at 8236’ July 30 Advanced Cheese Making Class – Lyons Farmette WEEKLY FOOD Sunday Brunch – Aspen Lodge Brunch – Lyons Fork
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FOOD & DRINK – restaurants, cafés, bars and breweries WAPITI PUB - ESTES PARK
Estes Park’s ‘best’ continues to delight diners By Jeffrey V. Smith ESTES PARK he owners of Estes Park’s Wapiti Pub are so sure it will live up to its reputation as the “best restaurant in town,” if patrons don’t love their food, they’ll give it to them for free. Either way, everything comes with cheerful, friendly service in an atmosphere that embodies the Rockies. The award winning Wapiti Colorado Pub has become a local institution by celebrating and personifies all things Colorado – including having the largest all-Colorado beer list in the state and delicious, mountain-inspired food. Restaurant owners, Tory and Berenice Nelson, who also run a second location in Loveland, believe food should made fresh using as many local ingredients as they can. Their offerings are either grown, raised or created in state when possible and they offer an amazing range of Colorado-created craft and micro-brewed beers. Wapiti has a wide range of food from which to choose. The menu includes
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Wapiti Pub has a unique entrance, tucked behind shops, and a one-of-a-kind beer tap.
juicy burgers, thick cut steaks, pub style sandwiches, salads, game meats, Mexican dishes, a kid’s menu and much more. The restaurant also offers 100 percent natural premium beef, mouth-watering elk, juicy chicken, tender steaks, original pasta dishes, crisp salads, thick sandwiches, a large selection of appetizers, finger licking desserts. The Estes Park location in the downtown area along the Thompson River with views of the Rocky Mountains. Its
entrance is tucked behind small shops, but is not difficult to find. Usually, amazing smells can draw you in. Inside, patrons find a small area with tables and chairs arranged near a fireplace and another larger area with paneled wood walls adorned with beer plaques, local art and taxidermy. The wood beam and glass ceiling gives the dining area the feeling of being outdoors while remaining warm and cozy. In warm weather, they also offer great outdoor seating.
Third annual HogaBluesa raises funds for Old Gallery By George Watson ALLENSPARK HogaBluesa, a fund-raising event on July 7 for The Old Gallery in Allenspark, features an old-fashioned hog roast, vegan “pig-out,” fresh brews and the music of Liz Barnez and John Mangie. The event features a little something for everyone. A Berkshire hog will be slow-roasted on site and a watermelon “hog” is available for the vegan crowd. Beans and sauce donated by Smokin’ Dave’s BBQ and beer donated by Oskar Blues Brewery will also be offered. Featured artist Kristin DeSantis will auction off original works of art along with art by other local artists.
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Barnez is a performing songwriter who grew up in New Orleans who now calls Fort Collins home. Her songs are inspired by life and the process of living it. Her lyrics comment on our shared human experiences; joy, love, hope, humor, sorrow, confusion, and acceptance. Her music is inspired by the rhythms and melodies of her birthplace, New Orleans, incorporating folk, jazz, R&B, rock, and pop. Joining Barnez is singer-songwriter, Magnie, best known for his songwriting and trademark performances with the Subdudes – a band he
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started in 1987. The event is family-friendly and a great way to round off the Fourth of July weekend in the mountains. The Old Gallery, located at 14863 Highway 7 in Allenspark is a non-profit public charity supporting local artists along with social events encouraging community members to get to know one another. Tickets are $15 in advance, $20 at the door and are available by visiting www.allenspark oldgallery.com or www.brownpaper tickets.com. Call 303-747-2089 for more information.
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Central City welcomes distillers CENTRAL CITY Main Street meets Bourbon Street, July 13, when historic Central City transforms into one big speakeasy when the Stills in the Hills Colorado Distillers Tasting comes to town. Barrels of award-winning Colorado spirits from Downslope Distilling, Black Canyon Distillery, Golden Moon Distillery, Mystic Mountain, 303, Breckenridge Distillery, Leopold Bros., Spirit Hound Distillers, Mile High Spirits, Syntax Spirits and Deerhammer Distilling are mixed in with a mash of award-
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winning musicians and one perfectly aged Colorado mountain town. Participants can expect dozens of styles and types of spirts – along with a commemorative Mason jar – and the sounds of Dave Alvin and the Guilty Ones, Big Sandy and his Fly-Rite Boys and Ethyl and the Regulars. Alvin is a former member of The Blasters, X, and The Knitters. Still in the Hills begins at noon and continues until 7 p.m. Tickets, on sale now at King Soopers and www.TicketsWest.com, are $20 in advance and $25 on the day of the event if still available.
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Enjoy Gold Hill Inn’s BBQ at Twang-Fest GOLD HILL The Gold Hill Inn hosts its annual Fourth of July music and food festival once again this year from noon-5 p.m. on Independence Day. This year’s event is dubbed the TwangFest and features live music on the outdoor stage by Halden Wofford and the HiBeams, Town Mountain, Bella Betts and the Little Stars and Kort McCumber. The menu features barbeque Chicken with “all the fixin’s.” Lefthand Beer and a full bar featuring Frozen Cherry Margaritas will be available. Rootsy but not revivalist, headliner Halden Wofford and the Hi-Beams’ rollicking stage act features rocked-up Texas honky-tonk and Western swing, equal parts original and classic. Thanks to their relatable, unforgettable lyrics along with their arresting stage presence and swagger, North Carolina’s Town Mountain manages to rise above the seemingly bottomless canyon of bluegrass bands touring today. It’s $15 for music only and $12 more for food. Dogs, coolers and outside alcohol are not allowed. Visit www.goldhillinn.com for more information.
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Brewers Buddy Schaltz and Dave Thomas
Gilpin Gold American Style IPA
Dostal Alley Brewery Central City, CO Dostal Alley is the only Brewery in Gilpin County and began brewing in 1998. Master Brewers Dave Thomas and Buddy Schmaltz create multiple awardwinning beers. The brewers say, “Gilpin Gold is our first American Style IPA. It’s brewed with a mix of high alfa, Americangrown hops. This beer surely will please those that love well balanced IPAs and is a sure hit for the summer.” Dostal Alley is one of the few places in Central City where locals gather and is a great place to enjoy fresh pizza and house-made beer. Color: bright golden and slightly hazy Alcohol: 5.8% IBUs: 48 Hops: Citra, Simcoe, Summit, Mt Hood Malt: Two-row Pale Malt, Caramel 10, Biscuit
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Farm to table dinner inspired by season LYONS Enjoy the surprise and innovation of a farm-to-table menu with neighbors and friends on the land where the ingredients were grown at the Spice of Life Farm Dinner, July 24, at the Lyons Farmette. Chef Dijkstra prepares a meal that celebrates the Lyons Farmette’s harvest, drawing inspiration from the rich flavors of the season. With ingredients picked fresh at the Farmette on the day of the dinner, Dijkstra will craft a menu with his trademark creativity and flair, incorporating fresh twists with comforting classics.
A Spice of Life catering prides itself on creating memorable experiences in addition to their delectable menus and believe every day is reason for celebration. Using the Farmette’s crops like juicy tomatoes and flavorful greens, each of the three courses will celebrate the season and the community. The dinner is also a benefit for the Lyons Arts and Humanities Council, which will be selling wine and beer at the event. The event, which begins at 6 p.m., costs $75 per person and space is limited. Call 303-443-4049 or e-mail Lisa at lpaoletti@ aspiceoflife.com to save a place at the table.
FOOD & DRINK CALENDAR Champaign Brunch – The Other Side Sunday Brunch Buffet – Waterfront Grille @ Estes Park Resort
Monday NAS Lunch – Nederland Community Center Dinner Special – First Street Pub Family-Style Dinner – Lyons Fork Noon Lunch – Estes Park Senior Center Gilpin County Senior Lunch – Gilpin County Community Center Tuesday Pizza on the Patio w/Crust – Salto Coffee Works Noon Lunch – Estes Park Senior Center Soup Supper & Book Study – Nederland Presbyterian Church Wednesday NAS Lunch – Nederland Community Center Pastor’s Pantry Food Distribution – Whispering Pines Church Noon Lunch – Estes Park Senior Center
FOOD & DRINK Wines paired with Colorado-style dishes ESTES PARK The Stanley Hotel hosts a Wine Dinner with wine from the Canyon Wind Winery in Palisade on July 10 at 7 p.m. Taste one of Colorado’s premier wineries paired with a dinner of “Colorado-inspired” dishes. Reservations are required. Founded in 1996, Canyon Wind Cellars is a family-owned, estate winery named for the “mountain breezes that keep the fruit on the estate’s vineyard cool under the hot Colorado sun.” With the assistance of renowned Napa wine maker Robert Pepi, the Christianson family produces wines utilizing low-
intervention wine making and sustainable practices including Colorado’s first $100 wine. Located between the Book Cliffs and the Grand Mesa along the Colorado River, the winery’s unique location produces a signature product. Taste Canyon Wind Winery’s award-winning wines at their boutique wine-tasting rooms in Georgetown and Palisade. The event at the Stanley Hotel, 333 Wonderview Ave., is $65 per person. Call 970-577-4001 to make reservations or visit www.stanleyhotel.com for more information.
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Gilpin County Senior Lunch – Gilpin County Community Center Thursday Noon Lunch – Estes Park Senior Center Lyons Farmers Market – Sandstone Park Estes Valley Farmers Market – Fairgrounds at Stanley Park Friday Noon Lunch – Estes Park Senior Center Gilpin County Senior Lunch – Gilpin County Community Center Saturday Brunch – Lyons Fork Submit any music events for free listing in the Food & Drink Calendar to MMACeditor@gmail.com All listings/dates subject to change. Contact venues to confirm a show.
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MOUNTAIN MIX – the best of all the rest July 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29
Butterfly Release at Stanley Hotel
Visit The Stanley Hotel, 333 Wonderview Ave. in Estes Park each Monday in July at 4 p.m. to experience the release of butterflies grown at the Butterfly Encounter in the hotel. This free event is a joint project between the hotel and Estes Park High School students and was undertaken to draw attention to the decline of local butterflies and show a way to help increase their population. The Butterfly Encounter can be found on the lower level of the Stanley Hotel.
July 3
Mountaineering for the Regular Guy
The Baldpate Inn presents “Mountaineering for the Regular Guy” with mountaineering expert Brad Martin on July 3 at 7 p.m. Brad Martin moved from Iowa to Estes Park after college in 1989. During his beginning years at Estes Park he worked at the Baldpate Inn and any off time that he had he used to begin his mountaineering career. Whether you are a veteran mountaineer or just an interested citizen you can learn the tricks of the trade and maybe plan to conquer a mountain on your own. This free information session is part of the Baldpate Inn’s Summer Enchanted Evenings series that runs from June through September. The Wednesday evening series is part history, part natural history and part show and tell. Topics will range from history to hiking. Visit www.BaldpateInn.com or call 970-586-6151 for more information and for other Summer Enchanted Evening events all summer long. Make reservations for dinner to enjoy the homemade soup and salad buffet before the enchanted evenings as well.
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Tap into the towns, tools and characters of local hard rock mining heritage by visiting Boulder County mining sites of years gone by. The first Saturday of each month July through Oct. from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 or 1:30 p.m. (depending upon the route), join Boulder County Open Space for a local mining tour. The meeting location provided to registered participants and a more precise tour agenda is available 1-2 weeks before each tour at the online location. The tour is free and open to ages 10 and up and some walking is required. Register online at www. BoulderCountyOpenSpace.org/register or call 303-776-8848.
Wildflowers of Caribou Ranch
Escape the summer heat and enjoy beautiful wild flowers on a Boulder County hike at the Caribou Ranch Open Space, 2 miles north of Nederland on County Road 126 . Volunteer naturalists will be available along the 4.2 miles (round-trip) of easy-moderate trails from 9 a.m. to noon to help you identify and learn about the wild flowers as you explore the beautiful montane forest, meadows, and wetland landscape. Participants should be prepared to hike at an elevation of about 8,500 feet, and bring a rain poncho and drinking water.
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Triple Bypass Bicycle Race
The Triple Bypass Bicycle Ride is in its 25th year and will again stage a two-day ride throughout Clear Creek County., July 13-14. This year there will be a traditional ride on July 13 from Evergreen to Avon and July 14 from Avon to Evergreen. For those truly interested in a heartpounding experience, riders are able to complete both ride days in the “Double Triple Bypass.”With two ride days the total number of available entries is 5,000. 3,500 riders will be on the road Saturday, 2,500 riders on Sunday and out of these total riders 1,000 riders will be riding both days in the Double Triple Bypass. Visit www. teamevergreen.org/triple to learn more.
July 15
History Hike: Eugenia Mine
Beginning at the Longs Peak Trail Head, the Eugenia Mine group history hike, July 15 from 8 a.m. to noon, leads participants to an old mine where equipment can still be seen. Learn about mining in the early 1900s, the family who worked the claim and other intriguing history. The trail, which gains elevation and has rocks and roots, is about three miles round-trip. Hikers need to be physically fit, wear adequate footwear, and to bring their own water and snacks. Transportation from the Estes Park Museum to the trail will be provided. Cost is $6 per person and registration is required to participate. Contact Alicia Mittelman at 970-577-3762 or e-mail amittelman@estes.org.
July 17-18
Half Penny Hunter Jumper Show
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Check out the Half Penny Hunter Jumper horse show, July 17-18, from 9 a.m. until all events have ended. The event takes place at the Fairgrounds at Stanley Park, 1209 Manford Ave and is free to the public. Hunter Jumper Horse Shows represent the hunter jumper disciplines while promoting the welfare of the horse and fairness in competition. Hunters originally represented the thoroughbreds or part thoroughbreds that were ridden in fox hunts. Competitions involve negotiating fences resembling natural obstacles that might be found in the hunting field. Jumpers can be any breed and any size and are judged on their ability to jump. The competition is based solely on speed, strength and the ability to clear the jump as cleanly as possible. Riders and horses are judged in both competitions. Call 970-5866104 for more information.
July 18
Digging Allenspark: 1864 Comes to Life
The namesake of Allenspark, Alonzo Allen, built a cabin east of town in 1864—all that remains is the fireplace. The cabin was rumored to have burned to the ground in 1894, the year of his death but the story is not clear. Historian Edie DeWeese, the 2012 Historic Boulder “Preservationist of the Year” award-winner, set about to see just exactly what could be
discovered about Allen’s cabin. She contacted the Front Range archaeology group and a professor from the University of Northern Colorado to help. The outcome was a site survey that unearthed artifacts lending to some fascinating answers and raising a few more questions. DeWeese’s presentation, “Digging Allenspark,” includes documented photographs of the dig and accounts about the man who gave Allenspark his name. The free presentation takes place at the Estes Park Museum on July 18 from 7-8 p.m. No reservations required.
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Cheley Camp Tour
Join the Estes Park Museum for a tour of Cheley Colorado Camp, once known as “The Land of Peaks,” on June 25, from 10 a.m. to noon. During its 93 years of operation, the camp has provided youth with the opportunity to develop lifelong skills of independence, self-reliance and personal values through camping, community and wilderness challenges. There will be a short presentation on the history of the camp by a member of the Cheley family. Don Cheley. His son, Jeff and daughter Brooke, continue to carry on the legacy of positive mentoring of youth that was started by Frank, the camp’s founder. Then take a tour of the unique cabins with their hand-carved mottos and view the beautiful surroundings with a Cheley staff member. This two-hour tour is $5, collected at the site. Reservations are required and can be made by calling Elaine HuntDowney at 970-577-3766. Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring water, if desired. Colorado Camp Cheley is located at 3960 Fish Creek Rd.
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Cool Nights Cruz In
Each summer the Estes Park Car Club sponsors major cruises on the last Friday night of July and August. Classic cars and street rods from various communities converge on Estes Park for a great display of fantastic cars starting at 5:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. There is a wide variety of autos that attend, from classics, muscle cars and hot rods to trucks and kit cars. Participants get a dash plaque, a chance to win door prizes and will be included in the judging for the “Peoples’ Choice Trophy.” There is no admission charge for spectators, and only a $5 registration fee per car if you want to display your prized vehicle. The event takes place in the Estes Park Visitor Center opposite MacDonalds at the intersection of Highways 34 and 36 in Estes. For more information, visit www.estesparkcarclub.org, or contact Craig at 970-586-4839.
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Art Adventures: The Shapes of Nature
Children ages 6-9 will learn about nature through various forms of art. Activities will include learning to view art in nature (leaves, butterflies, cones, rocks, lichen, etc.) and to express appreciation of nature though sketching, painting and making collages and sculpture. Children will be inspired by learning and creating in Rocky Mountain National Park. This adventure explores the shapes and textures of things in nature through foil rubbings and a hands-on construction project that will end with a completed wind chime. Spending time in a quiet spot around the lake, we will listen to the noises and music nature provides. Visit www.rmna.org for more information or to sign up.
Cancer survivors invited to join Relay For Life ESTES PARK The journey to end cancer starts with a single step. The American Cancer Society invites everyone to take that step with them by joining the global Relay For Life movement. When you walk to end cancer at a Relay event, it’s an opportunity to not only honor cancer survivors and remember loved ones lost, but also to raise awareness about what can be done to stay well from cancer and raise money to help fuel the world’s largest walk to end cancer. Cancer survivors from Estes Park and surrounding communities are invited to walk the first lap of the American Cancer Society Relay for
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Life to celebrate their victory over cancer. The event and Survivors Lap will be held at the Estes Park High School track on July 19. Each cancer survivor receives a free T-shirt to wear while walking the track and there is no cost to participate. The Estes Park Relay for Life event starts at 6pm on Friday night, July 19 and ends at 9 a.m. on Saturday July 20. Cancer survivors can call the American Cancer Society at 970350-5018 to register. Families and caregivers are encouraged to attend. The American Cancer Society Relay for Life Luminaria Ceremony remembers those lost to cancer and
honors cancer survivors in the Estes Park community. Individuals or companies can make contributions and light a luminaria at the event. Each dedicated luminaria will be displayed around the track at the Relay for Life event. Luminaria contributions can be made by calling the American Cancer Society at 970-350-5018 or by logging onto www.estesparkrelay.org. The Relay for Life is an overnight community celebration to walk or run around a track, to raise spirits, awareness, and funds to fight cancer. For more information contact Megan Clarkson, the American Cancer Society representative at 970-3505018 or visit www.estesparkrelay.org.
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Pet-friendly establishments make traveling with furry friends easier
your best friend with the The Preferred Pooch Program. Innkeeper, Midge Knerr, an avid dog lover, accommodates each pet reservation with water and food bowls, plush dog bed and homemade peanut butter and banana dog treats from her own perfected recipe. Also in Estes Park, The Rocky Mountain Park Inn is very pet friendly. Proprietor Steve Cook explains, “pet owners might otherwise stay home due to the cost and effort of boarding a pet or finding a pet sitter.” The Best Western Lodge at Nederland, where the owners have two dogs that come to visit and play at the hotel, also has a petfriendly policy. “Many of our guests come to the lodge to have quick access to the outdoors and experience the many advantages Nederland has to offer which usually includes their dogs,” Manager Emily Knight said. “They love that we are pet friendly and don’t have to leave their pet at home.” The Lodge provides a dog park located next to the hotel available for your pet to run around in and also shampoos the carpets and sofas after the pet’s stay to guarantee freshness for the next guest. Dinning with your furry friend in the Peak to Peak can be more tricky as pets of all kinds, except fish, are not allowed in
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establishments where food is served. Some restaurants in the region offer outdoor deck seating that allow pets, which in the warmer months can be more appealing than dining inside. Estes Park offers some of the best scenery and the Grumpy Gringo, just one mile east of downtown on Hwy. 34, is the perfect place to see the sights and enjoy some fresh Mexican fare. Wait staff will even provide a water dish for your buddy. Another Estes Park restaurant that wel-
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comes pets, Molly B’s, is located south of Elkhorn Ave. on Moraine Ave. Molly B’s offers a large patio area and provides a water dish for your pet and extensive breakfast, lunch and dinner menus for humans. Tapestry of Life Coffeehouse in Allenspark also has a large comfortable deck with plenty of sun and shade to accommodate you and your four-legged friend. “Pets are always welcome, they’re our favorite customers,” Owner Chelsea Ackerman said. “I cater to people with animals because the pets are calming and most people appreciate dog friendliness. I have two pit bull females at home and always have a water bowl and treats available (at the owners approval). There are not many places where you can take your dog, so we find our customers really appreciate the opportunity.” Roy’s Last Shot in Mid-Gilpin County on the Peak to Peak Highway takes dining with your dog to a new realm. The back yard and patio is set up and designed for families specifically including the four-legged kind. Their moto says it all: “where pets are people too.” Specialized human-grade doggy meals are prepared by the kitchen staff and tailored to your pets special dietary needs. Choices include Grammy’s Pot Pie (chicken, new potatoes,
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carrots, snow peas and red apples), Wild Buffalo Stew (buffalo, cracked barley, zucchini, carrots, snow peas and fuji apples), Smothered Comfort (chicken thighs smothered with a buffet of fixins) or Burger Pie and Sweety Fries (beef, sweet and white potatoes and bacon). “So many people in this state travel, hike, camp and hang out with their dogs, that it seemed wrong for the dogs to be locked up in the car when we have so much outdoor seating and picnic area,” owner and chef Roy Stewart explained. “Before we started this in May 2012, you could walk through our parking lot and every other car had a dog (and every other dog was in a Subaru) now all of them can get a drink and a good meal together. The response has been overwhelmingly positive and word of mouth is bringing us a lot of 2 & 4 legged customers weekly. If the weather is nice we see a lot of dogs, but we even see them out on the patio in rain and snow.” Vacations are not complete without shopping on the main streets of the area’s eclectic mountain towns. De-Ja-Blu in Estes Park has a sign in the window to welcome your pets. Owner and Designer, Linda McMichael says, “We have had our shop for about six years and always Continued on page 11
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rather than rocks, which makes it unique. Before getting back into civilation, be sure to stop at an overlook for spectacular views. In a few miles it becomes apparent the route is entering the eccentric mountain town of Ward. The area today is not much different from mining days in the sense that residents have been quite “creative” with both building materials and landscaping ideas. In 1860, a few months after the discovery of gold in the area and while it was still part of Nebraska Territory, miners in Left Hand Canyon, below the present day town, formed the Ward Ming District, which extended six miles along Left Hand Creek and two miles on either side of it. Samuel Breath and William Davidson bought Claim No. 10 on the Columbia vein and erected a small stamp mill, Columbia Mill, in Indiana Gulch. Within the district, the Columbia Lode held the richest ore so the miners gave their settlement the same name. Columbia City reached its peak in 18661867, but by 1872 only a dozen families were living there. The name, too, went away. In 1888 Horace Tabor’s mining investments Two men walk down a shelf road above the town of Ward in western Boulder in the area signaled new prosperity and people reCounty, about 1900. turned. The town of Ward was incorporated in 1896. Photos courtesy Denver Public Library Western History Collection In 1897 a new railroad was begun from Boulder to Ward that was to double the output of gold from Ward and make Boulder a milling center for gold ore. It would later be called the Switerland Trail of America. On Jan. 23, 1900, two years after the train arrived, Ward suffered a devastating fire that destroyed most of the buildings in the center of town and by 1906 most of the big mines had shut down. In 1912 a new highway between Ward and Estes Park was begun for early automobiles. Train service continued sporadically in the winter; summer train tourism thrived. By 1917 train service was reduced to weekly and a road for automobiles had been built up Boulder Canyon to the mines in Eldora, Nederland, and Caribou. With the train gone and most mines and mills closed, Ward almost became a ghost town. Throughout the 1920s the people of Ward and Boulder fought to keep the Indian Peaks from becoming part of Rocky Mountain National Park. Stapps Lake Lodge and Lodge of the Pines just outside of Ward continued to benefit from View of unpaved street in Ward, Boulder County, Colorado. tourism to Estes Park. Shows man, wagon drawn by mule team, and clapboard To the west of Ward, across the Peak to Peak Byway is Brain- commercial buildings about 1900. ard Lake Road which travels five miles west toward a beautiful hiking, camping and fishing area beside a gorgeous mountain lake. Just north of Ward and the Brainard Lake turn-off is the historic Millsite Inn, a long-tine favorite for pizza, home cooking and great drinks. Further along the route, the highway reaches County Road 96, signed for Tahosa Boy Scout Camp. Siting at over 9,000 feet in elevation beneath the looming shadow’s of Mount Audubon and Sawtooth, Tahosa High Adventure Base is a Boy Scout Facade of the “Hotel M Clancy” in Ward. In 1887 the camp offering the wonder and adventure of high-altitude Colorado camping. Continue another 2.5 miles to reach Beaver McClancy family who operated a boardinghouse near Reservoir, a private fishing and recreation lake. Just beyond the reservoir is the Stapp Lakes Ranch, a now private ranch that the Smuggler Mine in Jamestown, moved to Ward and opened the McClancy Hotel. was Colorado’s first guest ranch. The route ends just past this turn-off at Reindeer Lane.
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MOUNTAIN CULTURE – high country living and activities
MOUNTAIN EVENTS CALENDAR July 1 Butterfly Release – Stanley Hotel Healthy Living Series – Estes Valley Library July 3 Red, White, and Cool – Fairgrounds at Stanley Park Hike at Sunset – Heil Valley Ranch July 3-7 13th Annual Piles of Pawn – Eagle Plume’s July 4 Summer Birding with a Naturalist – Rocky Mountain Nature Association
July 4th Festival “Tribute to our Heroes,” Fireworks – Idaho Springs
Boom Town Fireworks – Black Hawk Mt. Evans Freedom Run – Idaho Springs Kids Day – Idaho Springs Community Garden Community Celebration – Jamestown Town Square Park Town Photo, Community Picnic – Ward Canyon Fourth Fest – CCCIA Hall Car Show – Coal Creek Canyon Kwik Mart Independence Day Cookout & Concert – Gold Hill Inn Fourth of July Parade, Community Picnic, Firefighter Barrel Wars – Nederland Fireworks – Lake Estes Village Band Concert – Performance Park Coolest Car Show in Colorado – Bond Park Old Glory Carnival – Stanley Hotel July 6 Central City Days – Teller House Wild Bunch Wild West Shootout – Main Street, Central City Peak to Creek Duck Race – Black Hawk Hard Rock Mining Tour – Boulder County Wildflowers of Caribou Ranch – Caribou Ranch Open Space Third Annual Community Yard Sale – Pinewood Springs July 8 Butterfly Release – Stanley Hotel Bears R Us, Healthy Living Series – Estes Valley Library July 8-29 Level One Yoga Teacher Training – Shoshoni Yoga Retreat July 9 Rooftop Rodeo Parade – Elkhorn Avenue Aviation Internationale of Estes Park – Estes Valley Library July 9-14 Rooftop Rodeo, Behind the Chutes – Fairgrounds at Stanley Park July 10 Plant & Wildflower Identification with a Naturalist – Rocky Mountain Nature Association
Alpine Anglers – Estes Valley Library July 11 Summer Birding – Rocky Mountain Nature Association Campfire Ghost Stories: Living History Tales of the West – YMCA of the Rockies
Hike at Sunset – Mud Lake Open Space Weed ID and Control – Gilpin Exhibit Building Recreational Sport Shooting Management Partnership – Gilpin County Community Center
Kids Day – Idaho Springs Community Garden Summer Enchanted Evening: Hiking Six National Parks – Baldpate Inn
July 12 Young Adult Game Night – Nederland Community Center Ladies Mountain Bike Skills Clinic – Tin Shed Sports Sleepover in the Stacks – Idaho Springs Library July 13 Second Saturday Retail Celebration – Miner Street, Idaho Springs
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Rooftop Rodeo brings cowboys to high country ESTES PARK he Rooftop Rodeo is where the grandeur of the Rocky Mountains meets the All-American sport of rodeo. Located at the Stanley Park Fairgrounds in Estes Park, the rodeo arena is surrounded by world class views while event features some of America’s best cowboys and cowgirls. At 7,522 ft. in elevation, the Rooftop Rodeo is the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association’s highest altitude rodeo. Celebrating 87 years of rodeo in Estes Park, July 9-14, spectators can expect to see saddle and bareback bronc riding, steer wrestling, tie-down and team roping, barrel racing and bull riding. Younger cowpokes between the ages of 5-8 can test their sheep riding skills by entering the mutton-bustin competition, advanced registration is necessary. On Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights, June 12-14, youths from 8-12 can participate in the calf-catch. Rodeo week kicks off July 9 at 10:30 a.m. with the ever-popular Rooftop Rodeo Parade. Parade entries proceed down Elkhorn Avenue, through the middle of town to finish at the fairgrounds. The parade provides a colorful start to a fun-filled week of rodeo events. The Rooftop Rodeo is proud to be a five-time recipient of the PRCA “Best Small Rodeo of the Year” award and most recently was nominated for “Best Medium Sized Rodeo of the Year” in 2012 and 2013. Because of the rodeo’s reputation for excellence, beautiful surroundings, inviting western hospitality and family-friendly atmosphere, many of the contestants are world-class national finals competitors. Enjoy an up close and personal look at the rodeo by taking a “Behind the Chutes” tour. Two tours are available each evening at 4:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. This popular tour features rodeo professionals talking about and showing you the inside operation of the event. For further information and complete schedule, call the Fairgrounds at Stanley Park at 970-586-6104 or visit www.rooftoprodeo.com.
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Pack Burro Race honors Idaho Springs heritage IDAHO SPRINGS Idaho Springs celebrates is mining history, July 21, when it hosts the 2013 Pack Burro Race from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Miner Street. The race is approximately 4-6 miles long and is designed for beginners. It begins at Citizens Park on Miner Street in Idaho Springs. Weigh-in’s begin at 10:30 a.m. and the race begins between noon and 12:30 p.m. Awards ceremonies will be held around 2 p.m. The public is welcome to come and watch for free. Pack Burro Racing is the only sport indigenous to the state of Colorado. It has its roots in the state’s mining heritage. In the early days of the mining industry, miners would take burros through the mountains of Colorado in their search for gold. Because the burros were carrying supplies,
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the miners could not ride the animal and so they would walk, leading the donkey. The burro races commemorate these men and their burros.
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In a typical burro race, a runner and a burro complete a prescribed course together, with the runner leading the burro on a rope. Riding the burro is not allowed. In fact, the human may carry the burro, but the burro may not carry the human. The burro must be on a lead rope, which is limited to 15 feet. Runners must maintain control of their animals at all times. Burros must also carry a pack saddle with 33 pounds of traditional mining gear, including a pick, gold pan, and a shovel. Runners may also include other gear in their saddles, such as windbreakers, water, food, but the surplus gear cannot be counted in the 33 pounds. Cruelty to the burro is always prohibited.
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MOUNTAIN CULTURE Hear 93 years of Cheley family, camp history ESTES PARK As a young man, Frank H. Cheley’s dream was to help boys grow into manhood in the great outdoors. His work with the YMCA convinced him that youth learn best through firsthand experiences, particularly when those experiences come under the direction of dedicated adult leaders. More than 90 years later, these basic principles are still the foundation for working with young people at Cheley Colorado outdoor living summer camps. Learn about “The Cheley Family - 93 Years of Dedication to Young People” at a special Estes Park Museum event, July 31 at 7 p.m. The Cheley Family is dedicated to
continuing the tradition of excellence in youth camping started by Frank Cheley, in 1921. Each member brings unique talents and strengths that make the camp what it is today. The talk at the Estes Park Museum, 200 Fourth St., features Don Cheley presenting the inspiring Cheley history reaching back 93 years to the camp’s origin at Bear Lake. The Cheley mission states: “We build the lasting character and resiliency of young people, creating unique life experiences in a challenging and nurturing natural environment.” Listen as Cheley describes what his family’s dedication has meant to countless young lives and how their legacy continues for future generations.
Black Hawk display state’s largest BLACK HAWK Black Hawk presents its 22nd Annual Fourth of July Boom Town Fireworks display again in 2013. This year, the state’s largest display will be synchronized to streaming music. Black Hawk transforms into “Boom Town” at dusk Thursday, July 4. Visitors can celebrate Independence Day all weekend with live music from the Boom Town Band, gaming and other Fourth of July festivities in the City’s numerous casinos, and the fireworks show Thursday evening. The City’s incredible fireworks display will span approximately 30 to 40 minutes, featuring more than 12,000 colorful aerial shells. The show features pyrotechnics from around the world, including aerial
fireworks showcased at Disney World and the Montreal International Fireworks Competition. Revelers can even expect several newly designed fireworks to premiere in Black Hawk, including blooming flowers, silver crowns and special animated shells that “dance” across the sky. The Boom Town Band will play in the gazebo at Stroehle Square on the corner of Black Hawk St. and Main St., from 4 to 8 p.m. The fireworks display will be visible from most locations throughout the city and visitors are welcome to bring lawn chairs, blankets and picnics to enjoy the show. Fireworks begin at dusk, which is typically around 9:30 p.m., and are free and open to all ages.
Eagle Plume’s hosts ‘Piles of Pawn’ BLACK HAWK Explore “piles” of old Southwestern jewelry, hundreds of bracelets and cases “dripping” with concho belts and necklaces at Eagle Plume’s near Allenspark, July 3-7. This year is the 13th annual “Piles of Pawn” sale featuring “loads” of items from Indian trader, storyteller and “cow-
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boy friend,” Steve Westergom. According to store owners, if you haven’t been before, “take the time this go round and you won’t be disappointed.” Established in 1917, the historic trading post, 9853 Hwy. 7, specializes in the art and crafts of the American Indian. Contemporary works in jewelry, textiles, basketry, ceramics, sculpture, beadwork, and historic pieces. Visit www.eagleplume.com or call 303-747-2861 for more information. The store is open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. everyday.
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Olympian teaches skills at bike clinic NEDERLAND Want to learn how to be a confident mountain biker? Or maybe just brush up on your skills? Ann Trombley of Trailmaster Coaching and Physical Therapy visits Tin Shed Sports to help area woman with a Ladies Mountain Bike Skills Clinic. The former Olympic athlete has almost 30 years of mountain biking experience and has been coaching athletes since 2001. The clinic will be broken down into three Friday sessions that will last about two hours each. Each week Ann will tackle a new set of skills. Ladies will meet at Salto to get some hands on advice and skills. From there they will go out for a short ride to practice and put these new skills to the test. And since time spent on the bike is not complete without some wine, beer, and food, each session will be followed by just that at Salto Coffee Works. Sign-up for the clinic is $150. There are only 8 slots available for this clin-
ic (which means you will get fantastic hands on guidance). The clinic is not only an opportunity to learn and practice some incredible skills, but also includes a fun social time after with food and drink. At the June 21 session, learn about body positioning on the bike, wight shifting side-side and forwards/backwards, braking, lifting the front wheel and lifting the rear wheel and a trail ride to practice the new skills. On July 12, participants will learn basic service and maintenance, how to change a tire, adjusting brakes and shifting, cornering and another practice ride. The July 26 session includes a review all previous skills and learning about the need for speed/speed over objects, about drops and take a final trail ride to practice. Sign up now at info@saltocoffeeworks. Visit www.facebook.com/TinShedSports to learn about this and other events.
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welcomed pets inside. We love to see pets as a part of a family unit, they are just as much a part of the family as children, and we feel our customers enjoy it as well.” Jessica Andrews of Hidden Treasures Family Consignment in Idaho Springs said, “I always bring my dog, Sadie, to work. I always wanted a job where I could take my dog and that’s one of the perks of being your own boss. Idaho Springs is a very pet friendly town. People love to meet Sadie, and she likes to meet other dogs too – sometimes.” Other examples of places that accommodate your pets include the Idaho Springs Mutual of Omaha Bank which provides
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Central City Days event based on classic story ‘Our Town’ CENTRAL CITY Central City Opera announces its third annual Central City Days taking place in Central City on July 6 and July 14 as part of its 2013 Festival. A celebration of the historic summer home of Central City Opera, the event is inspired by this year’s regional premiere of Ned Rorem’s contemporary opera “Our Town,” based on the Thornton Wilder play. Central City Days moves across the streets of Central City and the landscape of the vintage American story, progressing from a “country fair” party to a mock wedding reception in the Teller House’s opulent Governor’s Parlor. The party and the experience conclude with surprise drama in the Opera House Gardens. The progressive party begins on both days at 5:30 p.m. with a “country fair style” party on the scenic grounds of the Gilpin County Historical Museum, and will feature live music by Denver folk band I’m with Her and local rock band Psychodillos, signature beer by Dostal Alley, delectable “fair” food and waters and teas. Following the “fair”, the party progresses as Gilpin County Historical Society guides (special guest guide Tom “Dr. Colorado” Noel on July 14) lead guests on
a short walking tour down Central City’s cobblestone streets to a mock wedding reception. Staged in the Governor’s Parlor of the 1872 Teller House, guests will enjoy an array of sentimental sweets and wedding cakes, wine, champagne and local craft beers, along with live operatic accompaniment before heading out to the Opera Gardens for a “surprise ending.” Guests on July 6 may purchase a discount package that includes a ticket to that evening’s opening night performance of “Our Town” at the historic Central City Opera House, The opera begins at 8 p.m., a half hour after the Central City Days party concludes. On July 14, guests may purchase a discount package that includes a ticket to that afternoon’s 2:30 p.m. matinee performance of “Our Town” at the historic Central City Opera House with the Central City Days party following at 5:30 p.m. Tickets are $75 for the Central City Days Progressive Party and “Our Town” performance, or $40 for the Central City Days Progressive Party only. Visit www. centralcityopera.org/ccdays or call the Box Office at 303.292.6700 for tickets or more information.
dog treats to customers with a wag and both Discount Liquors and Mountain Moonshine liquor stores in Idaho Springs have an “if the tail breaks it, you buy it” policy for bringing your dog inside. If you pup doesn’t enjoy shopping as much as you do, Happy Tails Dog in Idaho Springs offers $2 an hour doggy daycare in their space on Miner Street to keep your best friend out of a hot car and give your peace of mind to enjoy the town at your leisure. Don’t leave your furry friends at home when traveling though the Peak to Peak. It is a very dog-friendly area filled with folks ready to cater to you and your best friend. Editors Note: Service dogs are allowed in any establishment with their human.
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Run Like the Wind through heart of Allenspark, support Old Gallery ALLENSPARK On Saturday, July 13, expect to hear the rustic melodies of the Alphorn echoing through the mountains of Allenspark, welcoming runners and walkers to the start of the 5th Annual Run Like the Wind 5K/10K run/walk. Join in the fun at 8504’ for a scenic fun run/walk, beginning and ending in the heart of Allenspark. The race takes place on dirt roads amid the pine forest, boast-
EVENTS CALENDAR Pints & Poses – Very Nice Brewing Wild Bunch Wild West Shootout – Main Street, Central City July 13-14 Triple Bypass Bicycle Ride – Clear Creek, Summit and Eagle counties July 14 Central City Days – Central City GCART Gymkhana Series – Gilpin County Fairgrounds July 15 Rollinsville Independence Day Celebration – Downtown Rollinsville
Butterfly Release – Stanley Hotel Wildflower Walk – Gilpin Exhibit Building The Alpine Pass Route: East to West across Switzerland – National Park Village
Healthy Living Series – Estes Valley Library History Hike: Eugenia Mine – Estes Park Museum July 15-19 British Soccer Camp – Coal Creek Canyon Turf Field July 16 Recreational Sport Shooting Management Partnership – Idaho Springs City Hall
July 17 Plant & Wildflower Identification with a Naturalist – Rocky Mountain Nature Association
Authentic Kung Fu Instruction – Aspen Lodge July 17-18 Half Penny Hunter/Jumper Show – Fairgrounds at Stanley Park July 18 Summer Birding with a Naturalist – Rocky Mountain Nature Association
Campfire Ghost Stories: Living History Tales of the West – YMCA of the Rockies
Kids Day – Idaho Springs Community Garden Digging Allenspark: 1864 Comes to Life – Estes Park Museum Overnight in the Woods – Wild Bear Mountain Ecology Center Summer Enchanted Evening: Hummingbirds – Baldpate Inn July 19 Hike at Sunset – Bald Mountain Scenic Area Overnight in the Woods – Wild Bear Mountain Ecology Center July 19-20 Estes Park Relay for Life – Estes Park High School Track July 19-21 Estes Park Mid-Summer Festival – Bond Park, Estes Park Copper Penny Hunter/Jumper Show – Fairgrounds at Stanley Park July 20 48th Annual Bob Cook Memorial Mt. Evans Hill Climb – Clear Creek Middle School
ing views of high mountain peaks. Packet pickup and race day registration begins at 7 a.m. at The Old Gallery, 14863 Hwy. 7. The race begins at 9 a.m. After the race, participants are treaed to live music by Willie Bean and the Bluegrass Rangers. Kick back and enjoy cold watermelon and frozen banana whips provided by the Estes Park Safeway and warm burritos from EVOL. An awards ceremony will take place at
The Old Gallery. Medals go to the top three overall winners. The top two runners in each age category will also receive medals and ribbons go to 3rd, 4th, and 5th place in each age group. The fastest Allenspark male and female runner in the 5K and 10K will receive the Distant Harbors Award and all participants are eligible for prize drawings. Online registration is available at www.allensparkoldgallery.com/race.htm and www.active.com.
Continued from page 9 Tommy Knockers Mining Days – Idaho Springs Elks Club Back to the Future: 80s Street Festival w/Reagunomics, Tres Equis – Central City Main Street Birding Club – Wild Bear Mountain Ecology Center Wild Bunch Wild West Shootout – Main Street, Central City Swap Meet – Mountain Tool and Feed Assay Museum Open – James F. Bailey Wall Street Assay Office Museum July 21 5th Annual Gala – The Old Gallery Pack Burro Race – Citizen’s Park, Idaho Springs Rocky Ridge Music Center Tour and Concert – Estes Park Museum July 22 Butterfly Release – Stanley Hotel Hike at Sunset – Betasso Preserve Climbs of my Youth: Colorado First Ascents of the 1950s – National Park Village
July 22-29 British Soccer Camp – Idaho Springs Ballfield July 23 Girlfriends’ Day in Central City – Central City Opera House Cheley Camp Tour – Cheley Colorado Camp July 23-28 Estes Park Festival I Hunter/Jumper Show – Fairgrounds at Stanley Park
July 24 Plant & Wildflower Identification with a Naturalist – Rocky Mountain Nature Association
July 25 Summer Birding with a Naturalist, Rocks & Minerals: Exploring the Foundation of RMNP – Rocky Mountain Nature Center
July 30 Hike at Sunset – Caribou Ranch Open Space July 30-31 Estes Park Festival II Hunter/Jumper Show – Fairgrounds at Stanley Park
July 30-August 6 Yoga for Healing – Shoshoni Yoga Retreat July 31 Plant & Wildflower Identification with a Naturalist – Rocky Mountain Nature Association
The Cheley Family: 93 Years of Dedication to Young People – Cheley Colorado Camp
Sunday Master Chen Doaist Lecture, Tai Chi – Aspen Lodge Family Yoga – Shoshoni Yoga Retreat Maya Vinyasa Flow, Gentle Yoga – Tadasana Mountain Yoga Mat Pilates w/Nicole – Yoga Room Idaho Springs Sunday Afternoon Tennis – Nederland Tennis Courts Monday Iyengar Level 1/2 – Tadasana Mountain Yoga Matter of Balance – Walt Self Community Building Megan Vallender Yoga – Alternative Medical Supply Gentle Yoga with Joelle – Coal Creek Canyon Community Center Yoga w/Abby – Coal Creek Canyon Community Center Yoga w/Peggy – The Old Gallery Yoga w/Steffi or Mike – Yoga Room Idaho Springs Pilates Mat II, Hatha Yoga, Zumba, Aquacize – Gilpin Community Center
Hike for Seniors – Bald Mountain Scenic Area Summer Enchanted Evening: Live Yaks – Baldpate Inn July 26 Ladies Mountain Bike Skills Clinic – Tin Shed Sports Cool Nights Cruz In – Estes Park Visitor Center July 27 Grand Prix Block Party, $25,000 Grand Prix – Fairgrounds at Wild Bunch Wild West Shootout – Main Street, Central City Hike for Seniors – Bald Mountain Scenic Area LaSportiva Eldora Trail 10k – Eldora Mtn. Resort Nordic Center July 28 Yoga for Hiking with Nancy Kate Williams Rau – Tadasana
Wednesday Cardio Burn w/Monique, Bible Study – Gilpin Community
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July 29 Butterfly Release – Stanley Hotel
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Circuit Training Elevate Conditioning – Coal Creek Canyon Community Center
Zumba, Nia, Aquacize, Hatha Yoga, Total Tone – Gilpin Community Center
Bear Cubs – Wild Bear at Mud Lake Thursday Texas Hold’Em – Outlaw Saloon Local’s Night – Chipper’s Lanes Long Lunch Ski/Ride Group – CCMRD Recreation Center Science Art Connections – Wild Bear Mountain Ecology Center Spanish for Beginners, Hatha Yoga, Kickboxing, Aquacize – Gilpin Community Center
WEEKLY EVENTS
Tuesday Texas Hold’em Poker Series Showdown – Estes Park Resort Fly Fishing Camp – Wild Bear Mountain Ecology Center Yoga w/Peggy – The Old Gallery Yoga w/Jackie – Yoga Room Idaho Springs Vinyasa Flow, Restorative Yoga – Tadasana Mountain Yoga Mom & Tot Yoga – Shoshoni Yoga Retreat Tai Chi – Nederland Community Center Pilates Mat I, Aquacize, Kickboxing, Celtic Music Ensemble
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Moms and Babies Yoga, Vinyasa Flow – Tadasana Mountain
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Science Art Connections – Wild Bear Mountain Ecology Center Pickelball – Nederland Community Center Yoga w/Peggy – Wild Basin Lodge Yoga w/Cherie – Yoga Room Idaho Springs
Yoga w/Pam – The Old Gallery Yoga w/Peggy – Wild Basin Lodge Yoga Therapy for Stress Release – Coal Creek Canyon Community Center
Gentle Yoga, Yoga/Pilates Fusion – Tadasana Mountain Yoga Tai Chi – Nederland Community Center Nederland Presbyterian Community Visioning – Salto Coffee Works
Friday Texas Hold’Em – Outlaw Saloon Cornhole League – Salto Coffee Works Kids Kayak Club – Centennial Pool Yoga (beginner & intermediate) – The Old Gallery Yoga w/Cherie, Meditation – The Yoga Room/Two Brothers Hatha Yoga, Happy Hour Yoga – Tadasana Mountain Yoga Yoga with Cariann – Coal Creek Canyon Community Center Mindful Meditation, Zumba, Yoga – Gilpin Community Center Oh My Gawd Rodeo – Clear Creek Fairgrounds Saturday Texas Hold’Em – Outlaw Saloon Ghost Hunt – Stanley Hotel Yoga w/Pam – The Old Gallery Yoga w/Cherie or Sarah – The Yoga Room Idaho Springs Zumba, Kinder Kix – Gilpin Community Center Community Clothing Closet – Nederland Community Center Saturday Morning Clinic – Nederland Tennis Courts Submit any music events for free listing in the Events Calendar to MMACeditor@gmail.com All listings/dates subject to change. Contact venues to confirm a show.
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MOUNTAIN MUSIC CALENDAR July 1 Cowboy Brad Sing-along – Bond Park (EP) July 2 Cowboy Brad Sing-along – Bond Park (EP) Cool Shooz – YMCA of Rockies Estes Park Center (EP) July 3 Alex Thoele Live – Rock Inn (EP) Steve Itterly – Jamestown Mercantile (JT) July 4 The Tickle Mafia – Pioneer Inn (NED) Caribou Mountain Collective – Millsite Inn (WD) Amplified Souls – Rock Inn (EP) Dennis-Tobias Band – Estes Park Resort (EP) 9s a Pair – Stanley Hotel (EP) Estes Park Village Band – Performance Park (EP) Fourth of July Twang Fest & BBQ – Gold Hill Inn (GH) July 5 Riff Raff – Pioneer Inn (NED) Jenn Cleary – Jamestown Mercantile (JT) TAARKA – Stage Stop (RV) Clear Creek RapidGrass – Idaho Springs Ballfield (IS) Lori Flynn – Rock Inn (EP) Ethan Morrison – Tapestry Coffeehouse (AP) Mary D’Ambra – YMCA of the Rockies Estes Park Center (EP) YAS Guest Concert – Rocky Ridge Music Center (EP) Nancy Cook – Barlow Plaza (EP) Brian Hornebuckle Band – Riviera Casino (BH) The Motherlode – Ameristar Casino (BH) July 6 Rogue Sound – Pioneer Inn (NED) The SoulaBillySwampBoogie Band – Millsite Inn (WD) George Nelson – Stage Stop (RV) Clear Creek RapidGrass – Idaho Springs Ballfield (IS) Parkin Lot – Jamestown Mercantile (JT) Open Mic w/Mostly Joe – Tapestry Coffeehouse (AP) Joe Gallo Acoustic – Rock Inn (EP) Midnight Trampoline Band – Lonigans Saloon (EP) Whitewater Ramble – Elk Meadow Lodge & Resort (EP) Dick Orleans – Barlow Plaza (EP) Brian Hornebuckle Band – Riviera Casino (BH) The Motherlode – Ameristar Casino (BH) Nolan McInnis Band – West Winds Tavern (IS) July 7 Now & Then Recorder Quartet – Nederland Presbyterian Church (NED)
Jack Hadley – Millsite Inn (WD) Chris Smith – Stage Stop (RV) Sarah Caton – Rock Inn (EP) HogaBluesa w/Liz Barnez & John Magnie – The Old Gallery (AP) Cowboy Brad Sing-along – Bond Park (EP) Music in the Mountains Faculty Concert – Rocky Ridge Music Center (EP)
Brian Hornebuckle Band – Riviera Casino (BH) Laurie Dameron – Gold Hill Inn (GH) July 8 Cowboy Brad Sing-along – Bond Park (EP) Group Drumming Class – Estes Park Senior Center (EP) July 9 Cowboy Brad Sing-along – Bond Park (EP) Pete & Joan Wernick – YMCA of Rockies Estes Park Center (EP) July 10 Alex Thoele Live – Rock Inn (EP)
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Morris’ love promoting music, Idaho Springs
By Jeffrey V. Smith we also were always singing. We learned at a young age to NEDERLAND balance our harmonies and he brother and sister play to our strengths.” team behind the Clear Mark’s passion for acousCreek RapidGrass Festic guitar began in middle tival have played music toschool when he heard the Dagether “forever.” By starting vid Grisman Quintet perform their own musical paths at an “Hot Dawg” while riding the early age, the two were natufootball bus to Buena Vista. rally drawn into the music “It was an instant goal to business while small, mounlearn to play like that,” he tain town living encouraged said. “I had already been their desire to bring entertainplaying the guitar for a while, ment to town. plunking around on tunes my Mark and Sarah Morris dad taught me but, I had no grew up in Idaho Springs and idea what it took to become have worked hard to bring the competent on an instrument town an event that showcases so I just started practicing the area’s acoustic musical songs I liked. I became obtalent – including their own – sessed with the acoustic guiand provides a reason for resi- Mark and Sarah Morris and their musical friends tar, so I went to music school dents to gather and enjoy their at University of Colorado and studied some jazz. I eventually beautiful mountain location together. “Our father is a wonderful guitar player and singer and both fell in love with bluegrass and gypsy swing and have been our parents always encourage the music arts,” Mark Morris playing those styles professionally for about seven years now. said. “They had all of their children in piano lessons at a young Mark’s love of music in general is even stronger and began age and we all took our [musical] paths from there. Sarah even earlier. continued with piano and took on the flute and violin in high “Music is my passion,” he said. school. I took to the guitar and worked really hard to develop Both Mark and Sarah have played in several bands which, my skills. Because our parents were so encouraging of music, Continued on page 16
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Blossom! benefits Way High Radio, Ward Library WARD Support local music and community radio, July 13, at BLOSSOM, the Way High Radio and Ward Public Library benefit. The intension is to raise funds to help the Ward-based radio station blossom after it was “brought back to life” at last year’s fund-raiser. The free event, which is also celebration of 89.5 Way High Radio’s first year of returning to the airwaves is held in front of the Ward Town Hall and Post Office. The family-friendly festivities kick off at 11 a.m. and includes live music from Gipsy Moon, Blue Mountain Jam,
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Ben Hanna, Julie & Sal from She Said String Band, Parkin Lot, OPUS/Other People Under the Sun and Ashley Edwards along with local poetry, a fine selection of food and beverages, and “The Legendary Auction.” The commercial-free station, which first went on the air in the late 1990s, was brought back in response to the Fourmile Canyon Fire in 2010. The citizens of Ward met with different government agencies, including FEMA, to discuss how the community could be better prepared in the event of a similar emergency. After raising money at the “Way High Radio Revival” in 2012, the station was
resurrected and it once again serves as a link for the mountain community while spinning some great tunes and providing “eclectic programming” in the process. Locally, the radio station continues to be run under the guidelines of a low power FM community-run station. Now, with the advantage of streaming capabilities, the station is also able to reach many more people despite its size. Donations are still being accepted for the auction and volunteers are needed. Call 303-532-4895 or e-mail wayhighradio@gmail.com to lend a hand. Listen to the station on 89.5 FM in Ward and www. wayhighradio.com on the web.
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Tour summer music camp before concert ESTES PARK The Estes Park Museum hosts a special tour and concert at the Rocky Ridge Music Center, July 21 from 1:30-6 p.m. Rocky Ridge Music Center, located at the foot of 14,259 ft. Longs Peak in Rocky Mountain National Park, was founded in 1942 and is one of the oldest summer music camps in the country. The music center is presently on the site of the historic Hewes-Kirkwood Lodge encompassing 17 acres and providing a stunning backdrop for performances. It operates today as one of the nation’s premier music programs. Historic cabins
house young musicians from around the country and the lodge hosts performances and social gatherings. The entire complex was listed in the National Register of Historic Places in 1994. Hop aboard a bus departing from the Estes Park Museum at 1:30 p.m. Take a personal tour of the campus with Madison Casey, former president, trustee and student of the center and enjoy a faculty concert. Space is limited and costs $36. Registration is necessary. Contact Alicia Mittelman, Curator of Education at 970-5773762 or amittelman@estes.org.
Trooper performs solo at United Center IDAHO SPRINGS Greg Trooper, a gifted singer-songwriter “who feels equally informed by Memphis soul, Greenwich Village folk, and Nashville twang,” performs a special solo show at the United Center in Idaho Springs on July 19. “Greg writes great songs, including one of my very favorite songs in the world, ‘Little Sister.’ On top of all that, there’s his voice- an instrument I have coveted for 15 years,” Steve Earle said.
Trooper’s songs have been recorded by a wide variety of popular artists and he has released 11 albums since 1986, but playing solo is his favorite way to perform his work. Tickets are $18 at the door, but discount tickets can be purchased at Java Mountain Roasters and Two Brother’s Deli in Idaho Springs and the Tomay Memorial Library in Georgetown. Doors are at 7 p.m. and the show begins at 7:30 p.m. Visit www.unitedcenterinc.com or www. gregtrooper.com to learn more.
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Nashville’s reunited Hit and Run returns to its Colorado roots GOLD HILL Nashville-based Hit & Run, fronted by Rebecca and John Frazier, has performed on the stages of Telluride Bluegrass Festival, High Sierra Music Festival, Grand Targhee Bluegrass Festival, Grey Fox Bluegrass Festival, Rockygrass and many other renowned venues across North America so seeing them in the intimate Gold Hill Inn is a treat. The band plays the venue on July 31 at 8 p.m. Tickets are $10. Hit & Run formed in Col- Hit & Run orado in late 2001 with the mutual desire to play “authentic yet modern” bluegrass. A few months later, the group of stellar pickers won the 2002 Rockygrass Band Competition. Less than a year after that, Hit & Run took first place at the 2003 Telluride Bluegrass Festival Band Contest, making them the first band to win both contests. Since 2002, Hit & Run has shared
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stages with Jimmy Martin, J.D. Crowe, Hot Rize, Rhonda Vincent, Jerry Douglas, Sam Bush, Del McCoury, David Grisman, Ricky Skaggs, and many other recognized musicians in bluegrass music. Yet the band has also been invited to perform alongside popular acts like Creedence Clearwater Revisited, G. Love & Special Sauce, Galactic, and Medeski Martin & Wood. Rebecca holds the honor of being the first-ever woman on the cover of Flatpicking Guitar Magazine and received the IBMA “Recorded Event of the Year” Award in 2009 among other accomplishments. John’s musicianship has garnered him recognition as one of the nation’s premier mandolinists and has toured with Steven Martin, John Cowan Band, and Jim Lauderdale. Visit www.goldhillinn.com or www. rebeccafrazier.com to learn more.
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according to Mark, has encouraged their growth and helped them find their musical niche. “I played in a great band called the Hickory Project which really took my playing to a whole new level,” he said. “I met individuals like Coleman Smith and Anthony Hannigan that really challenged my natural talent and increased that drive even more. That band also took me over seas to festivals in France and Hungry and really showed me different styles and types of music.” Part of the Morris’ desire to create Rapidgrass was to highlight the local scene, which doesn’t get much attention outside of the area. “Our town alone has some incredible musicians that don’t have an outlet to showcase their talents. I wanted to create that space,” Mark said. “I wanted to bring musicians in that could inspire and entertain. However, once we got started, I realized that it was not only a space for musicians but a great way to encourage the community to get out, enjoy life away from the internet, tv and cell phones. “People don’t realize the talent that is and has come out of that town. Several members of the local band Paper Bird have come from that area as well as some truly great bluegrass players in the Credibly Gap. But, there is not really a music scene
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– there are some very talented artists… that come from that little piece of the state.” Mark is also happy to be working with his sister on Rapidgrass. “Sarah and I have always had a close relationship, and we balance each other well,” he said. “We can use our strengths to complement each other and are not afraid to let our voices heard. We’ll call each other out when something isn’t right, but have that ‘sibling connection’ to feel comfortable bringing new ideas to the table.” Despite being more difficult to make a living, the Morris siblings have stayed in the Colorado mountains for many reasons, but the strongest one is also the most basic. “I’ve always lived here and they say home is where the heart is,” Mark said. “Besides, I have a skiing addiction and there is nothing better than playing music in the mountains.” According to Mark, his passion for marking a living playing music has no chance of waning anytime soon. “I have plans to play music the rest of my life,” he said. “I would love to become well versed in many styles, but I also want to share and teach music as long as I live. I have a few cards up my sleeve that I can not share, but stay tuned.” Clear Creek Rapidgrass takes place July 5-6 at the Idaho Springs Ballfield. Visit www.clearcreekrapidgrass.com for more information and tickets.
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Upright Bass, Fiddle, Vocals Caribou Mountain Collective Nederland, CO
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he Very Nice Brewing Company opening in Nederland’s Caribou Shopping Center last October. The brewery’s pub has quickly become a popular gathering spot for locals and beer lovers looking to enjoy small-batch brews The pet- and human-friendly tap room is open on Thursday from 3-8 p.m., Friday-Saturday from 3-9 p.m. and Sunday from 2-7 p.m. Closing times are approximate.
“The Very Nice Brewing Company has been a favorite [venue to play] since the beginning of Caribou Mountain Collective when we could call Jeff [Green] on a Friday afternoon and ask if we could play there that night. He would say, ‘Why not?’ The bar/brewery is so welcoming with checkers and chess boards hung on the walls, not to mention fantastic microbrews. They have really started to create their own little scene in the rich history of Nederland, and it has been fun to be a part of it. The tap room also plays hosts to unique nights like “Pints and Poses,” which pairs their fresh brews with a yoga night and a belly-dancing night called “Beers and Bellies.” Although they don’t serve food, patrons can bring in to-go orders from any area restaurants to enjoy with the fresh brew. Call 303-258-3770 or visit www. verynicebrewing.com to find out what’s on tap or who’s on stage.
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Music lovers feel at home at Miner Pickin’ By Jennifer Pund IDAHO SPRINGS Miner Pickin’ in Idaho Springs is the long time aspiration of Suzie and Greg Solomon – new residents of Clear Creek County. With a concept that took off in Denver as Pickin’ on Tennyson, the couple moved their idea and created a hobby shop in an Idaho Springs store front that opened on Labor Day weekend last year. “We’ve been wanting to move up here and work on our cabin for a long time. That time finally came, so we moved,” Suzie said. “We moved here because we wanted to be here. We always wanted to live in the mountains and we absolutely love it. The people are friendly and I really like meeting the visitors from all over. ” At its heart, Miner Pickin’, located at 1614 Miner Street, is a musical haven. Weekly open mic picks, house concerts and bluegrass jams bring all levels of musicians to the gathering spot to learn new tunes, practice old ones and meet up with friends. Let the Solomon’s know if you are a beginner and they will transform to a slow jam so all skill levels can play together. There is even a Celtic fiddle jam planed for July 20. Listeners are also always welcome to all the jams. On Sundays, after the bluegrass jam, Miner Pickin’ hosts a Bluegrass Church
lead by Pastor Greg Blake, the flatpickin’ Preacher. Stick around for a pot luck dinner that always follows. Miner Pickin’ carries acoustic string instruments including mountain dulcimers, ukuleles, fiddles, banjos, guitars and Dobros as well as replacement strings and picks and other accessories, but that’s not all you can find. The Solomon’s support all types of Colorado made goodies from cookies to toffee and CD’s made by local musicians. The atmosphere feels like stopping over to a friends house where the coffee is always on, the cookies are fresh from the oven and the welcome is from old pals gathering around the living room. “People wonder in all the time, wondering what we are,” Suzie said. Some expect an antique store, others don’t know what to expect. Because we have a homey feel some figure we sell
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antiques. We always have some instruments ready to play, so I ask if they want to sit down for a tune or two.” July offers many opportunity to stop in a catch a house concert. On July 18, Doc Mehl and Washtub Jerry will bring their entertaining style of music of “Doc & Tub” to Miner Pickin’. This duo will send folks home with s smile on their faces and a song in their hearts. On July 27, Gary Jorgensen and Claudia Cupp will perform.
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Group drumming offers health benefits By Lori Mitchell ESTES PARK Class in group drumming –a powerful stimulator for the brain and heart and offers myriad health benefits – are offered twice monthly through September at the Estes Park Senior Center, 220 Fourth St. Experience a fun and rhythmical alternative to exercise that will leaves participants with less stress, reduced chronic pain, increased memory recall, better coordination and a big smile. The classes are hosted by Life Rhythms Music Therapy and are $20 monthly for EPSCC, Inc. members or $31 for non-members. Classes are held in the Tebow room from 9-10 a.m. on July 8 and 22; Aug. 12 and 26 and Sept. 9 and 23. Drums are provided, but any drums are welcome. Regis-
ter at the Senior Center with cash or check made payable to the Town of Estes Park. “Attendees will learn African drumming techniques and rhythms and by putting a handful of rhythms together simultaneously, the class will actually create their own songs as a group and it’s beautiful to see how it all comes together,” Music Therapist Nancy Bell said. “Attendees who participate regularly will see a dramatic improvement throughout the summer – building a sense of accomplishment, a healthier heart and a stronger brain.” For more information, please contact the Estes Park Senior Center at (970) 586-2996 or visit the Center Monday through Friday between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. Visit the Senior Center website at www. estes.org/seniorcenter or e-mail lmitchell@estes.org
CMF Orchestra hosts Sounds of Summer
No. 3” and Verdi’s “Quartet in E Minor” ESTES PARK Celebrating our 37th season, The Estes and Tchaikovsky’s “Souvenir de FlorPark Music Festival begins its 2013 Sounds ence.” The concert on July 29 features of Summer concerts July 15 at the Stanley “Bach to the Future” with “Brandenburg Hotel Concert Hall. The four Monday eve- Concertos” Nos. 2, 4 and 5, Moravec’s nings of classical music feature the Colora- “Brandenburg Gate;” Wagner’s “Little Moonhead” and Maxwelldo Music Festival Chamber Davies’ “Sea Orpheus.” Orchestra and Conductor The final concert, on Aug. Michael Christie, the same 5, features Courtney Lewis summer orchestra based at as guest conductor. You’ll Chautauqua in Boulder. hear Beethoven’s “Con The concerts take place secration of the House,” Monday evenings, July Mozart’s “Violin Concerto 15, 22, 29 and Aug 5, at No. 5” featuring CMF Con7:30 p.m. Each of the concertmaster Calin Lupanu, certs are held in the historSchreker’s “Chamber Symic, 104-year-old Stanley phony” and Beethoven’s Hotel Concert Hall – with “Lenore Overture No. 3” its exceptional acoustics Michael Christie Tickets are available at – except the July 29 performance which is in the Estes Park High the door or in advance at Macdonald Book School Auditorium. All concerts begin at Shop, 152 E. Elkhorn Ave., Hobert Office Services, 1140 Manford Ave. Single tickets 7:30 p.m. and doors open at 7 p.m. The July 15 concert includes Proko- are $30 or $100 for four concerts. Children fiev’s “Peter and the Wolf” (with narrator), and students are free. Call 970-586-9519 Beethoven’s “Eroica” Symphony No. 3. or e-mail info@estesparkmusicfestival.org On July 22 enjoy Glass’ “String Quartet for more information.
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The Whiskey Bottles
he Whiskey Bottles’ recently released second album, “Grandville,” arrives on the heels of the band’s 5th anniversary and includes 12 all-new, original songs performed in its signature Americana and alt-country style. Fans of Lucinda Williams, Lyle Lovett, John Hiatt, and Ryan Adams will find a lot to like about this release. “Grandville represents Anytown, USA – the blue collar dreamers, the white picket fences, the America that could have been and all that it became. The lyrics evoke images of the successes of the 1 percent and the struggles of the 99 percent. Much like the Okies heading west only to find that the grass was not all that greener on the other side, or the Rockefeller patriarchs who found unmatched riches, you’ve heard about these places before - the ‘Pink Houses’ of Mellencamp, the ‘Glory Days’ of Springsteen, the ‘Guitar Town’ of Steve Earle, or the ‘Paradise’ of John Prine. This is Norman Rockwell’s America. Some might even say that the meaning of Grandville is the meaning of America.” Highlights of the album include “Fell In Love With A Stranger,” “Rosaline,” and “When Push Comes To Shove.” Track List
1. Fell In Love With A Stranger 2. It Ain’t Alright With Me 3. When Push Comes To Shove 4. Rosaline 5. Powder And The Keg 6. Don’t Look Back
7. Don’t Ask If You Don’t Want To Know 8. When You Took It Away 9. Independence 10. Baby You’re Bad Luck 11. I Don’t Wonder Why 12. Nothin’ I Can Do
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July 11 Slanted Jack – Pioneer Inn (NED) Strangebyrds – Jamestown Mercantile (JT) Summer Song Fest – Performance Park (EP) Giddyup Kitty – YMCA of Rockies Estes Park Center (EP) Strangebyrds – Jamestown Mercantile (JT) July 12 Son Profundo – Pioneer Inn (NED) DJ Rickdiclous – Ameristar Casino (BH) Mary D’ Ambra – Tapestry Coffeehouse (AP) Ryan Dart – Jamestown Mercantile (JT) Nancy Cook – Barlow Plaza (EP) Elegant Survival – Stage Stop (RV) Danny Shafer & 21st Century – Gold Hill Inn (GH) July 13 New Family Dog – Pioneer Inn (NED) Davey & the Blu Dog – Millsite Inn (WD) Justin Roth – CCCIA Hall (CCC) Blossom w/Gipsy Moon, Blue Mountain Jam, OPUS – Ward
Cowboy Brad Sing-along – Bond Park (EP) Group Drumming Class – Estes Park Senior Center (EP) July 23 Wolf Hollow Revival – Stage Stop (RV) Cowboy Brad Sing-along – Bond Park (EP) Dennis Stroughmatt et L’esprit Creole – YMCA of Rockies Estes
Jerry Barlow – Idaho Springs Public Library (IS) Open Mic w/Skip Shook – Tapestry Coffeehouse (AP) Clouds and Mountains – Jamestown Mercantile (JT) Pete Stein Acoustic – Rock Inn (EP) Nightowl Band – Lonigans Saloon (EP) Dick Orleans – Barlow Plaza (EP) YAS Orchestra Concert – Rocky Ridge Music Center (EP) 5280 A Cappella Concert – YMCA of Rockies Estes Park Center (EP) The Fixx – The Reserve (CC) Stills in the Hills w/Dave Alvin & Guilty One’s – Main Street (CC) DJ Rickdiclous – Ameristar Casino (BH) Intuitive Compass, Lost Dog String Band – Stage Stop (RV) July 14 Caribou Mountain Collective – Millsite Inn (WD) Music in the Mountains Faculty Concert – Rocky Ridge Music
Riverside Ramblers – Performance Park (EP) July 26 Aural Elixer – Pioneer Inn (NED) Mona Khalifa Magno – Jamestown Mercantile (JT) Aural Elixer – Pioneer Inn (NED) RockyGrass Festival – Planet Bluegrass (LY) YAS Solo & Chamber Music Recital No. 5 and No. 6 – Rocky
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Cowboy Brad Sing-along – Bond Park (EP) KC Groves Duo – Gold Hill Inn, Early (GH) Matt Flinner Trio – Gold Hill Inn, Late (GH) July 15 CMF Chamber Orchestra – Stanley Hotel Concert Hall (EP) Cowboy Brad Sing-along – Bond Park (EP) July 16 Cowboy Brad Sing-along – Bond Park (EP) Dakota Blonde – YMCA of Rockies Estes Park Center (EP) July 17 Alex Thoele Live – Rock Inn (EP) Max Wagner Quartet – Performance Park (EP) July 18 Driving Beats – Pioneer Inn (NED) Open Mic Night – Very Nice Brewing Doc Mehl & Washtub Jerry – Miner Pickin’ (IS) The Fluffers – Jamestown Mercantile (JT) Jon Pickett – Rock Inn (EP) Estes Park Jazz Big Band – Performance Park (EP) Nancy McNeil – YMCA of the Rockies Estes Park Center (EP) July 19 Wonderlic – Pioneer Inn (NED) Gipsy Moon – Stage Stop (RV) Andrew Bonnis & Friends – Jamestown Mercantile (JT) Jubilant Bridge – Tapestry Coffeehouse (AP) Nancy Cook – Barlow Plaza (EP) Hunk-Ta-Bunk-Ta – YMCA of the Rockies Estes Park Center (EP) Lunatic Fringe – Ameristar Casino (BH) Greg Trooper – United Center (IS) Dave Richey & Ruined Nation Boys – Gold Hill Inn (GH) July 20 Chicha – Pioneer Inn (NED) The SoulaBillySwampBoogie Band – Millsite Inn (WD) Los Funbags – Stage Stop (RV) Hollywood Farmers – Jamestown Mercantile (JT) Open Mic w/Mostly Joe – Tapestry Coffeehouse (AP) 80s Festival w/Regunomics, Tres Equis – Main Street (CC) Terry and Ash Acoustic Duo – Rock Inn (EP) Dick Orleans – Barlow Plaza (EP) Steel Pennies – YMCA of the Rockies Estes Park Center (EP) Queen City Jazz Band – Rocky Ridge Music Center (EP) Lunatic Fringe – Ameristar Casino (BH) July 21 The Love Handles – Millsite Inn (WD) Sarah Caton – Rock Inn (EP) Cowboy Brad Sing-along – Bond Park (EP) Music in the Mountains Faculty Concert – Rocky Ridge Music
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July 24 YAS Solo, Chamber Music Recital No. 1 and No. 2 – Rocky Ridge Music Center (EP)
Dennis-Tobias Band – Performance Park (EP) Scott Helmer – Mary’s Lake Lodge (EP) July 25 Big Daddy Love – Pioneer Inn (NED) Monocle – Jamestown Mercantile (JT) Big Daddy Love – Pioneer Inn (NED) Neal Whitlock – Rock Inn (EP) Windy Peak – YMCA of the Rockies Estes Park Center (EP) YAS Solo, Chamber Music Recital No. 3 and No. 4 – Rocky Ridge Music Center (EP)
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Jack and Gary – Barlow Plaza (EP) Praise in the Park Concert – Bond Park (EP) Steve Thomas Band – Ameristar Casino (BH) Open Mic Night – The Old Gallery (AP) July 27 Dana Kyle Stokes – Pioneer Inn (NED) Jack Hadley – Millsite Inn (WD) Claudia Cupp & Gary Jorgensen – Miner Pickin’ (IS) Esther Sparks Whiskey Remedy – Jamestown Mercantile (JT) Open Mic w/Mary D’ Ambra – Tapestry Coffeehouse (AP) RockyGrass Festival – Planet Bluegrass (LY) Just Jill – Rock Inn (EP) Dick Orleans – Barlow Plaza (EP) Summer Harmony Barbershop Kids Concert – YMCA of the Rockies Estes Park Center (EP)
YAS Solo, Chamber Music Recital No. 7 – Rocky Ridge Music Center (EP)
Patty Smyth & Scandal – The Reserve (CC) Steve Thomas Band – Ameristar Casino (BH) July 28 RockyGrass Festival – Planet Bluegrass (LY) Little Friday – Millsite Inn (WD) Ostevetto Jazz Trio – Gold Hill Inn (GH) YAS Final Orchestra Concert – Rocky Ridge Music Center (EP) Cowboy Brad Sing-along – Bond Park (EP) July 29 CMF Chamber Orchestra – Estes Park High School Auditorium Cowboy Brad Sing-along – Bond Park (EP) Hwy. 36 – Outlaw Saloon (LY) July 30 Wolf Hollow Revival – Stage Stop (RV) Cowboy Brad Sing-along – Bond Park (EP) Mike Blakely – YMCA of the Rockies Estes Park Center (EP) July 31 Alex Thoele Live – Rock Inn (EP) Elk Hollow – Performance Park (EP) Hit & Run Bluegrass – Gold Hill Inn (GH) WEEKLY MUSIC Sunday The Big Pick Jam hosted by Family Dog – Pioneer Inn (NED) Open Bluegrass Pick – Salto Coffee Works (NED) Live Music – Outlaw Saloon (BH) Sunday Evening Music Series – Lyons Fork (LY)
Live Music – Lady Luck Casino (BH) Boom Town Band – Gazebo at Stroehle Square (BH) Live Music – The Isle Casino (BH) Brunch with Amanda Valley – Estes Park Resort (EP) Live Music – Millsite Inn (WD) Monday Live Music – Lady Luck Casino (BH) Dick Orleans – Historic Crags Lodge (EP) Tuesday Bluegrass Pick – Oskar Blues Grill & Brew (LY) Live Music – Lady Luck Casino (BH) Celtic Music Class – Gilpin Community Center (BH) Open Mic hosted by Maus – Pioneer Inn (NED) Dick Orleans – Historic Crags Lodge (EP) Wednesday Blues Jam hosted by The Firebreathers – Pioneer Inn (NED) Open Mic – Miner Pickin’ (IS) Live Music – Lady Luck Casino (BH) Brown Bag Lunch Jam – Highland Music (EP) Open Mic w/Justin Faye – Lonigans (EP) Jerry Barlow – Historic Crags Lodge (EP) Thursday Bluegrass Pick – First Street Pub (NED) Open Jam – Miner Pickin’ (IS) Open Mic hosted by Taylor Radio – Spirit Hound Distillers (LY) Thursday Evening Music Series – Lyons Fork (LY) Live Music – Lady Luck Casino (BH) James Davis – Dunraven Inn (EP) Open Bluegrass Jam – Rock Inn (EP) Jerry Barlow – Historic Crags Lodge (EP) Dennis-Tobias Band – Estes Park Resort (EP) Friday Karaoke – Pizza Bar 66 (LY) Live Music – Lady Luck Casino (BH) Friday Afternoon Club – Stanley Hotel Patio (EP) Ray Young – Nicky’s Restaurant (EP) James Davis – Twin Owls Steakhouse (EP) Live Music – Mountain Tiki Bar (EP) Scott Von – Historic Crags Lodge (EP) Live Music – Cascades Patio @ Stanley Hotel (EP) Karaoke w/Justin D and Colleen – Lonigans Saloon (EP) Dick Orleans – Mary’s Lake Lodge (EP) Saturday Drop In Family Pick w/Blackdog – Stage Stop (RV) Free Beginning Banjo Class – Miner Pickin’ (IS) Live Music – Millsite Inn (WD) Open Mic Night – Tapestry Coffeehouse (AP) Live Music – Lady Luck Casino (BH) Live Music – The Isle Casino (BH) Open Pick – Millsite Inn Boom Town Band – Gazebo at Stroehle Square (BH) Ray Young – Nicky’s Restaurant (EP) Karaoke with Justin D and Colleen – Lonigans Saloon (EP) Dennis-Tobias Band – Mary’s Lake Lodge (EP) Live Music – Mountain Tiki Bar (EP) Open Mic hosted by James Moellers – Ed’s Cantina (EP) AP = Allenspark BH = Black Hawk CC = Central City CCC= Coal Creek Canyon EP = Estes Park GH = Gold Hill
IS = Idaho Springs JT = Jametown LY = Lyons NED = Nederland RV = Rollinsvile WD = Ward
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MOUNTAIN ARTS – galleries, artists and crafts people
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July 1-30 Sweet Exhibit – Art Center of Estes Park July 2 Quirky Quilters – Nederland Community Center July 3 Central City Opera’s Lunch and a Song – Teller House Central City Opera’s Short Works – Williams Stables Theatre Summer Enchanted Evening – Baldpate Inn July 3-27 “The Barber of Seville” – Central City Opera July 4 Stitchers Get-Together – Gilpin Recreation Center July 5 First Friday Art Walk – Nederland (various) July 5-6 Seven Keys to Baldpate Radio Play – Baldpate Inn July 5 Central City Opera’s Short Works – Williams Stables Theatre July 6 “Our Town” Opening Night – Central City Opera House Ski Hidden Valley Documentary Film & VIP Reception – Estes Park Conference Center
Women Artists of the West Opening Reception – Cultural Arts Council of Estes Park
Socrates Café – The Old Gallery July 6-7 Art and Science of Flower Photography – Rocky Mountain Nature Association
July 6 “Our Town” Opening Night – Central City Opera House July 6-28 Women Artists of the West National Show – Cultural Arts Council of Estes Park
July 7 Artist of Month Opening Reception w/Monica Tymcio – The Old Gallery
Magician Bradley Mayhew – Barlow Plaza Central City Opera’s Lunch and a Song – Teller House Central City Opera’s Short Works – Williams Stables Theatre July 7-28 “Our Town” – Central City Opera House July 8 Sing-A-Long Wizard of Oz – Reel Mountain Theater Costa Rica: an Adventure on Film, Estes Park Garden Club – Estes Valley Library July 9 Central City Opera’s Short Works – Williams Stables Theatre July 10 Central City Opera’s Lunch and a Song – Teller House Central City Opera’s Short Works – Williams Stables Theatre Art Adventures – Rocky Mountain Nature Association Summer Enchanted Evening – Baldpate Inn July 12 Central City Opera’s Short Works – Williams Stables Theatre Ladies No. 1 Literary Society – The Old Gallery July 13 Central City Opera’s Après Opera – Teller House Gourd Class w/Vicki Dyas – The Old Gallery
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Regional artists featured in Gilpin Arts exhibit By Jeffrey V. Smith Gilpin County RE-1 School. Artists from Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, CENTRAL CITY he Gilpin County Arts Association’s 67th Annual Fine New Mexico, Utah and Wyoming can enter to be included Art Exhibition runs through Aug. 4 in the Central City in the juried exhibition. Categories include drawing, graphic/ Gallery located in historic Washington Hall. The ex- printing and mixed media for two-dimensional works and hibition includes work by artists living in the Rocky Moun- ceramics, fiber, glass, jewelry and metal/woodwork in threetain West and is inclusive of all mediums. Three jurors were dimensional creations. To be considered, all artwork had to be original, not copied from selected to adjudicate the other artists or images or entries and to select award photographs taken by anywinners. one other than the submit Located in Washington ting artist. Awards totaling Hall, 117 Eureka St., across $2,000 were given by the from the Central City Opera jurors across all categories. House, the Gilpin County This year the gallery is Arts Association exhibits open more hours than in presome of the best artists from vious years. Enjoy the main the Rocky Mountain region. juried show through Aug. 3 The Association was founded seven days a week from 10 in 1947 by Margaret Kerfoot a.m. to 6 p.m. and until 8 Jennison; Colorado artist p.m. on Opera evenings. A Vance Kirkland served on Members Show also takes the Board of Directors for 12 place Aug. 17-Sept. 29 with years following its inception. an opening reception on The historic building, Aug. 17 from 4-7 p.m. which includes a jail (mu- The annual Gilpin Arts juried art show takes place in Central City’s Also new this year is the seum) and outdoor fountain historic Washington Hall. Gallery Annex upstairs in garden, is a very unique gallery. It consists of five rustic rooms displaying 3,800 sq. ft. the Central City Visitor’s Center. The space is a small gallery of art from over 100 artists throughout the Rocky Moun- remaining open all year and featuring a couple of members’ tain region. Thick stone walls, hardwood floors and unusual work at a time on a rotating basis. A new opening with new sculptures donated to the gallery are of particular interest. artists and art takes place July 20 in the Annex from 6-8 p.m. The gallery also displays student art, cards and gifts priced For additional information, call the gallery and its new from $5-$75. All net proceeds from sales and donations are Manager Curt Halsted at 303-582-5952 or visit www.gilpin used to operate the gallery and support the art program at the arts.org.
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‘Photographers in Residence’ share skills, techniques By Jeffrey V. Smith GILPIN COUNTY The Gilpin Library continues its Artistin-Residence program, featuring a pair of photographers, on July 20, 27 and Aug. 17, 24. John and Julie Black, subjects of a recent exhibit at the library, will share their knowledge of photographic techniques with anyone who wants to learn. Everything is free and takes place at the Gilpin Library, 15131 Hwy. 119, from 10 a.m. to noon.
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The Blacks are a husband and wife photography team who have called Gilpin County home since 1996, but are often traveling to places like France, New Zealand and Costa Rica. They always return with stunning photos that match their inspiring mountainous scenes shot closer to home. At the Artist-in-Residence classes, participants learn about cameras, how they work, photography fundamentals, juried competitions and even lessons in using Pho-
toshop. The subject of the July 20 workshop is, “I took a picture, now what…” The class will explore transfer and storage techniques and how to make the first edit on your photos. The following class, on July 27, is titled, “How do I fix it?,” and teaches the fundamentals of photo enhancement and postprocessing software. Visit www.jblackandco.artistwebsites. com, www.gilpinlibrary.org or call 303582-5777 for information.
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Girlfriends’ Day includes lunch, opera CENTRAL CITY The Central City Opera Guild presents its annual women-only Girlfriends’ Day at the Opera in Central City, July 23, including a performance of Rossini’s beloved “The Barber of Seville.” Girlfriends’ Day in Central City begins with a buffet lunch at noon in the Terrace Room at Central City Opera’s Teller House prepared by Lifestyles Catering followed by a short opera preview at 1:50 p.m. at the Williams Stables Theatre. Guests will then proceed to the Central City Opera House for the 2:30 p.m. matinee performance of
“The Barber of Seville.” Tickets for Girlfriends’ Day, including lunch and the opera are $79 each, and can be purchased by calling 303-292-6700. Rossini’s comic opera about the matchmaking barber Figaro is set among the everyday characters and places of 17th century Seville, Spain. Figaro’s advice and actions lead to the adventures and mistaken identities for which the opera is known. It will be performed in Italian with English supertitles above the stage. Visit www.centralcityopera.org for more information.
Allenspark performing arts group stages ‘Fiddler on the Roof”
By Elizabeth Blades Skinner pressive pedigree as an opera singer, recently moving from New York City to settle ALLENSPARK Following two very successful sum- in Longmont with her husband and threemer musical revues which received rave year-old daughter. Danielle brings not only reviews, the Allenspark Performing Arts a natural comedic flare to the part of Tzeitel, but also a terrific sense of Group will present a fullcamaraderie with the cast scale production of the and her amazing voice! heart-felt classic, Fiddler The rest of the very strong On The Roof July 25cast is fully able to keep 28, 7 PM evenings and 2 up with the “pros.” PM Sunday matinee and The Allenspark PerAugust 2-4, same times. forming Arts Group Performances will be held was formed to provide at the Allenspark Old Galquality musical theater lery Arts and Community opportunities for the Center, 14863 Hwy. 7. residents and visitors in “Our cast is drawn the Peak-To-Peak mounfrom all across the Peaktain corridor and nearby To Peak area and the nearcities. Fiddler On The by plains,” Director Betsy Skinner shared recently. Larry Pierce leads the cast as Tevye Roof will be performed (with orchestra) on the Audience favorite beautiful outdoor stage at The Old GalLarry Pierce leads the cast as Tevye. “Tevye had a career in opera performance before lery, 14863 Highway 7, surrounded by settling down in Estes Park many years the splendor of Mount Meeker, Meadow ago. He is well-known in the area for his Mountain and Twin Sisters. leading roles as “The Music Man” Harold For further information on tickets and Hill, Captain Von Trappe in “The Sound directions to the Allenspark Old Gallery, of Music” and Don Quixote in “Man of please call Producer/Director Betsy Skinner, 303-747-1013 or e-mail bladeskinner@ La Mancha”. He is a terrific Tevye!” Danielle Hermon Wood also has an im- gmail.com.
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Cowboy humorist always a fun read By Kimba Stefane COLORADO f you’re looking for some great western wit, Stu Campbell’s books are perfect. Campbell is a true old-school cowboy, tall, lean and with a dry sense of humor. He is gifted in his ability to see the lighter side of any situation and adds his unique twist of perspective on cowboy living, including his own interesting life experiences. Campbell has made the world of ranching a funnier place through his books on the lighter side of being a modern day cowboy. His many books include collections of short stories perfect for a quick shot of cowboy hilarity anytime. These include “Horsing Around A Lot,” “Comedy Around the Corral” and “Humor Around Horses,” among many other titles. The books are a collection of short stories, all true, regarding ranch life,
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rodeo, the dude business and horses in general. The author says his books are suitable for all members of the family. “As an author I can only write about those things I know about, consequently, there ain’t no sex or violence in it,” Campbell explained. Stu has been a cowboy most all his life. A graduate of Utah State University with a degree in Animal Husbandry, he has also been a ski instructor, truck driver, and a rancher. Humor Around Horses” is fun for all ages. Campbell has made the world of ranching a funnier place. In this collection of short stories he tells tales about $10 horses, forgetting experience and more. Its a must have for any horse lover. Campbell’s books are available at Blue Owl Books and other stores throughout the Peak to Peak Region.
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Documentary features past, present, future of skiing at Hidden Valley ESTES PARK Countless interviews, an immeasurable amount of reminiscing and years of collecting memorabilia, photos and information about the local ski hill are about to pay off for Brian Brown. Brown’s new film, “Ski Hidden Valley Estes Park,” which premiers July 6, is a feature-length documentary film on the past, present, and future of the Hidden Valley ski area in Rocky Mountain National Park. The area was tow or lift-serviced from 1947-1991 and played a part in numerous lives of locals and tourist alike.
The premiere event, held at the Estes Park Conference Center, 201 South St. Vrain Ave., will be the first time the film is shown in public. DVDs will go on sale after the event. Tickets to the 3 p.m. screening are $15, but for an extra $5 you can purchase tickets to a special pre-screening VIP reception at 2 p.m. that includes reserved seats for the film. An intermission at 4 p.m. includes a panel discussion and the film concludes at 5:30 p.m. The film seeks to tell the story of the Hidden Valley ski area just above Estes
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Park. For over 60 years, it was a viable ski resort close to the population centers of the Front Range. The Hurt Family ran the first ski area concession from 1947-1954 and the James Family was the concessionaire from 19551975. Then, the local Recreation District operated the area until 1991. In 1992, the Park Service took out the lifts at the resort, and eventually razed the buildings and infrastructure that comprised the ski area. It is still possible to backcountry ski and board along the old runs at Hidden Valley, but most of the public opts to use the sledding hill, the only authorized snowplay area in the Park. The filmmaker is an Estes Park resident and owns and operates BrownCow Productions, a full-service video production company since 2004. After moving his family to Estes Park in 2010, he has been contributing to the community through pro-bono video productions for Recycle Estes and The Estes Park Museum and Historic Hydroplant.
Brown is also a respected documentarian. The City of Longmont’s Power & Communications department recently hired him to help tell their Century Story to celebrate 100 years of municipal power in Longmont. He’s also been helping tell stories for Front Range non-profits like St. Joseph Hospital Foundation, Good Samaritan Medical Center Foundation, and the YWCA of Boulder, for years. His passion for non-profit storytelling prompted him to start his own non-profit, Community Connections of Colorado, in 2012. He also assists nonprofits in video production, social media, websites and promotion. Additionally, he’s the newest Board Member of the Estes Park Museum Friends and Foundation. For more information on the film visit its Facebook page for photos and video snippets as well as a few hundred “Hidden Valley faithful,” posting memories or visit www.skihidden valleyfilm.org for tickets and information.
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New novel inspired by Gilpin living GILPIN COUNTY In his second novel, “Lost Creek,” local Colorado author R.j Ruud gives readers a glimpse into mountain living while tapping into mythic archetypes of the American West. Nestled along the Peak to Peak Highway, the town of Lost Creek is nothing more than a few scattered homes and a saloon, run by Sheriff Campbell and his family. While the Campbells seem harmless, a string of murders dating back 100 years unravels a conspiracy of control and power. Conceived in Colorado, born in Missouri, raised in Minnesota, R.j Ruud now resides in the Peak to Peak region where he
ARTS CALENDAR July 13-14 Twined, Coiled & Plaited – Art Center of Estes July 14 Rocky Ridge Music Center Orchestra – Performance Park Magician Bradley Mayhew – Barlow Plaza Poetry Reading/Book Release w/Andy Clausen – Ward Library Central City Opera’s Lunch and a Song – Teller House Central City Opera’s Short Works – Williams Stables Theatre Paint Your Prose: Creating a Sense of Place Using Nature Writing Techniques – Rocky Mountain Nature Association July 17 Central City Opera’s Lunch and a Song – Teller House Central City Opera’s Short Works – Williams Stables Theatre Art Adventures – Rocky Mountain Nature Association Summer Enchanted Evening – Baldpate Inn July 18 Take a Child to the Opera, Family Matinee – Central City Opera House
Sing with Our Kids – Knoll Willows July 18-20 Fun with Color in Watercolor – Art Center of Estes July 19 Central City Opera’s Après Opera – Teller House Dinner and a Movie – St. Paul’s Episcopal Church July 19-21 Introduction to Outdoor Digital Photography – Rocky Mountain Nature Association
July 20 Central City Opera’s Après Opera – Teller House New Show Opening – Gilpin Arts Visitors Center Gallery NedKnits – Nederland Community Center July 21 Magician Bradley Mayhew – Barlow Plaza Central City Opera’s Lunch and a Song – Teller House Central City Opera’s Short Works – Williams Stables Theatre July 23 Central City Opera’s Short Works – Williams Stables Theatre Girlfriends’ Day in Central City – Central City Opera House July 24 Central City Opera’s Lunch and a Song – Teller House Central City Opera’s Short Works – Williams Stables Theatre Art Adventures – Rocky Mountain Nature Association Summer Enchanted Evening – Baldpate Inn July 25 Youth Movie: City of Ember – Estes Valley Library Young Adult Movie Night – Nederland Community Center Kirtan Sacred Chanting – The Yoga Room Idaho Springs Friends of Ward Church Days Art Show Entry Deadline – Historic Ward Church
July 25-28 “Fiddler on the Roof” – The Old Gallery July 26 Central City Opera’s Après Opera – Teller House Trance Dance – The Yoga Room Idaho Springs July 26-27 Performing Arts Intensive – Williams Stables Theatre July 26-28 Digital Photography in RMNP: Advanced Techniques – Rocky Mountain Nature Association
spends his days skiing, snowboarding, hiking, biking, fishing, climbing and camping when he’s not writing. “Lost Creek is an outside the beaten path journey of self discovery,” Ruud said. It “provides a different view of the world, an escape from the ordinary.” Drawing on his experiences hiking the James Peak Wilderness area, he paints a vivid picture of unconventional life in the mountains filled with adventure, friendship, love and a twist of murder. “Lost Creek” is available for purchase on Amazon. For more information about R.j Ruud, visit www.rjruud.com.
Continued from page 20 Pocket Sketching – Art Center of Estes July 27 Central City Opera’s Short Works – Williams Stables Theatre July 28 Magician Bradley Mayhew – Barlow Plaza Central City Opera’s Lunch and a Song – Teller House July 29 Layering Designs on Fabric – Art Center of Estes Stonemasters: Climbing Stories from Yosemite, the Diamond, and the Alps – National Park Village July 31 Art Adventures – Rocky Mountain Nature Association Summer Enchanted Evening – Baldpate Inn WEEKLY ARTS Sunday Museum Open – Nederland Mining Museum Nederland Historical Society Museum Open – Gillaspie House Monday NAS Movie Matinee – Backdoor Theater Stitch ‘n Rippers Quilters – New Covenant Church Folk Dancing in the Mountains – Nederland Community Center Clear Creek Chorale – CCMRD Center Tuesday Story Time – Idaho Springs Library Planet Motion Dance – Nederland Community Center Wednesday Art Group – The Old Gallery Drop In Artists – Eco-Arts Lounge @ Wild Bear Mask Making/Hand Building Pottery – Gilpin Recreation Center Baby Story Time, Senior Art/Painting Group – Nederland
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hat brought you to the area W and why do you choose to stay? Husband’s job brought us here – I am one of the few people I know who actually likes wind. We feel safer here than anywhere else too... come the revolution, we have some isolation.
Janette Keene Taylor Domestic Goddess/ Community Activist
Birthplace: Syracuse, NY Current Residence: Nederland, Colo. Time in Peak to Peak: 16; before that Denver, Aurora and Colorado Springs Homelife: Married for 35 years to the same remarkable man; two cool grown kids; Currently pet-less but waiting for the right animal to show up at the door.
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ow did you come to be in H your position or line of work? I made the mistake of starting a Facebook page and calling it Nedheads, so one of my main jobs is moderating it. I don’t get paid, but it is a good information source and rewarding at times. I also run the Human Services section of the Mayor’s Task Force on Housing and Human Services and sell books online. I write, edit and publish books as well. I’d probably swim in books if I could.
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