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

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Passion, taste for barbecue strong in mountain towns Page 4

ARTS

Stanley Film Festival returns bigger, creepier Page 13

Bending bodies, elbows at monthly Pints and Poses Page 9

MUSIC

Charlie’s brings non-casino bar back to Central City Page 17

AT ALTITUDE

On the air

By Jeffrey V. Smith

Community and local radio stations of all varieties fill a void for music and information in mountain towns from Georgetown to Estes Park Page 8 Gary Jorgensen and Bob Hickam at KYGT Idaho Springs/Photo by Jeffrey V. Smith

Betasso Preserve/ Canyon Loop Trail

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Trail Features: Popular early-season destination for hiking, biking and equestrian activities featuring a historic homestead, wildlife and views of Boulder and Boulder Canyon.

Trail Location: Take Boulder Canyon Drive (Colo. 119) to Sugarloaf Road. Turn north and drive for 0.9 mile to Betasso Road.

Turn east and follow the signs.

Round-trip Length: 3.2 miles Trailhead Elevation: 6,480 feet Elevation Gain: 338 feet Trail Difficulty Rating: Moderate to Difficult

Betasso Preserve offers early-season hiking, Boulder views

By Jeffrey V. Smith NEDERLAND Colorado’s Peak to Peak region is teeming with amazing backcountry spots and the trails that take you there. Each month, MMAC Monthly takes a closer look at some popular places to enjoy the outdoors in a variety of ways and in any season.

Most high-altitude trails are still snow covered in April, so unless a snowshoe trek is desired, trails at lower elevations are a must. In the aftermath of last September’s fl oods, many low-altitude mountain hiking areas near Estes Park and Lyons are

still closed to the public.

This month’s trail, however, is open and makes a great early-season hike. The Canyon Loop Trail can be found in the Betasso Preserve, located approximately six miles west of Boulder and north of Boulder Canyon Drive off Sugarloaf Road. The diverse terrain, abundant scenic vistas, and relative peace and quiet have made Betasso Preserve a favorite destination for locals and tourists alike. There are approximately 9 miles of trails including the Canyon Loop Trail, a winding, 3.2-mile multi-use trail that leads Continued on page 8

Betasso Preserve offers views of the Boulder Valley.

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April showers increase spring flooding, landslide danger PEAK TO PEAK While the high country can expect more cold temperatures and snowfall in April, the month also begins the annual spring run-off, especially for those in the lower foothills where things thaw out fi rst.

As a result of last year’s rain and fl ooding, the risks of fl ash fl ooding may increase this year. Be sure to be cautious, safe and smart when around waterways this spring.

Creek and river capacities are reduced due to increased sediment deposits, rocky debris and in some cases, location changes of creek banks. Debris dams and subse-

quent fl ash fl ooding are possible and since reservoirs are at capacity in the region, they will spill earlier than usual causing even more fl ow in the creeks.

It is always best to be aware of fl ash fl ooding in the spring, especially while hiking or if your home is near a waterway or seasonal creek. They can occur very quickly, even when it is not raining at your location. The heaviest rainfall may be upstream from you, and water surges may happen if debris or earthen dams suddenly break free.

Something else to be aware of is that

nearly half of all fl ash fl ood fatalities are vehicle-related. As little as 18 inches of water will fl oat most automobiles. Never drive through fl ood waters and be aware of dips, culverts, bridges and low-lying areas.

With the Oso, Washington landslide in the news, it’s also a good time to become familiar with the warning signs of a landslide.

Landslides can also occur very quickly and leave little time to react. Be aware that intense, short bursts of rain may be particularly dangerous, especially after longer periods of heavy rainfall and damp weather. Watch for new cracks in pavement or foundations, noticeable tilting of trees or utility poles, broken water lines or other utility lines, unusually frequent occurrences of rockfalls and any abrupt changes in stream fl ow.

If you live in areas susceptible to landslides and debris fl ows and conditions seem dangerous, consider leaving if it is safe to do so. If you must remain at home, move to a second story if possible. If you are near a stream or channel, be alert for any sudden increase or decrease in water fl ow and for a change from clear to muddy water. Such changes may indicate landslide activity upstream, so be prepared to move quickly.

If you notice any of the warning signs of a debris dam, fl ash fl ood or landslide be sure to call 911 to report.

Addiction Recovery Groups Sunday Gilpin County H.A.L.T. – St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Central City AA Meeting – 701 Elm, Estes Park Monday Clear Creek Road Runners AA, Al-Anon – United Church of Idaho Springs

Al-Anon – Allenspark Fire Station AA Meeting – St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church, Estes Park AA Meeting – 701 Elm, Estes Park AA Meeting – IOOF Hall, Lyons Tuesday AA Meeting – St. Rita’s Catholic Church, Nederland AA Meeting – Rogers Hall, Lyons AA Meeting – Golden Gate Grange AA Meeting, Woman’s AA – St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal, Estes Park AA Meeting – 701 Elm, Estes Park Wednesday Gilpin County H.A.L.T. – St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Central City Clear Creek Road Runners AA – United Church of Idaho Springs NA Meeting – Nederland Veterinary Hospital (Back Office) AA Meeting – Coal Creek Canyon United Power Offices AA Meeting – Allenspark Fire Station AA Meeting – St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church, Estes Park AA Meeting – 701 Elm, Estes Park Thursday Eating Disorders Group – Nederland Veterinary Hospital (Back Office) 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 AA Meeting, NA Meeting – 701 Elm, 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 – St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church, Estes Park AA Meeting – 701 Elm, Estes Park Saturday Clear Creek Road Runners AA – United Church of Idaho Springs AA Meeting – 701 Elm, Estes Park Call Boulder 24-hour AA Answering Service at 303-682-8032 for assistance any time of day. Visit www.bouldercountyaa.org, www.daccaa. org or www.northcoloradoaa.org for information in Boulder, Denver and Northern Colorado regions or visit www.aa.org; www.na.org or www.oa.org to find other regional meetings and resources.

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First Friday with Megan Hutto

Salto Coffee Works hosts its free, monthly First Friday and opening art reception, April 4, from 6-9 p.m., with artist Megan Hutto. Her current series of work focuses on combining a traditionally inspired crosshatching technique with modern aesthetics. Come meet the artist and enjoy live music by Wellington Bullings. An extended happy hour will be offered until 9 p.m. including a special “taste of Salto” appetizers spread. Visit www. saltocoffeeworks.com or e-mail events@saltocoffeeworks.dev to learn more.

April 5

SnowDash Winter Park

SnowDash Winter Park is an adventurous 5k race that has participant’s climbing or running up hill in the snow, crawling through powder pits and darting up steep terrain. The course is complete with many obstacles including snow and fire elements as well as a costume contest, beer, cheer and loud music. The top three male and female finishers will be mailed a prize along with the winners for best costume. Registration includes commemorative ball cap, free beer and loads of fun. The race starts at 10 a.m. at Hideaway Park, located directly off Hwy 40 in Downtown Winter Park next to the Winter Park Visitor Center. Call 970-726-4118 or visit www.snowdashcolorado.com to learn more and sign up.

April 6

Clear Creek Gold Fever with Chad Watkins

Meet Chad Watkins of Animal Planet’s Ice Cold Gold, April 6, from noon-2 p.m., at Idaho Springs Treasures, 1520 Miner St., in Idaho Springs. Learn about gold mining and how it’s done by an expert, see an impressive array of gold mined in Clear Creek County through the years, and get an autograph from Watkins during the event. Call Ken Reid at 303-567-2039 for more information.

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April 23-24

Join Mara and Willow King of the Esoteric Food Company for an afternoon of fermentation magic at the Lyons Farmette, April 15, from 6-9 p.m. Particpants will go over the basics, answering questions as along the way. The class will make a veggie ferment and experimental beverage and then enjoy a meal together. To RSVP, send an e-mail to Betsy@LyonsFarmette.com. Payment is required to reserve a space in this class. Visit www.lyonsfarmette.com for more information.

Indian Hot Springs in Idaho Springs presents a workshop on “How to Use Your Angels to Clear Roadblocks in Your Life” by Claudia Davis. Davis teaches participants how to connect with their own inner guidance. Through this experience attendees will know they are connected to spirit. The workshop takes place April 23, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. and April 24 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and topics include, “Clearing lifetimes of Karma;”“Clearing personal pain, emotions, thoughts, beliefs, fears that no longer serve you;”“Connecting you to your own guidance system” and “Discovering your soul’s mission.” This is an experiential workshop guided by Davis, who has shared her gift through massage therapy at the Indian Hot Springs since 1997. With the direction of the angels and spirit guides, Davis can “help painlessly clear binding karmic contracts through the movement of light and energy.” Prepaid registration is required. To learn more about this seminar, contact Claudia Davis at 720-339-6852 or angelclearings@gmail.com.

Fermentation Class

April 17

North with the Spring: Bird Migration

The Rocky Mountain Nature Association Field Seminar & Conference Center presents the course “North with the Spring: Bird Migration,” April 17, From 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Each year, April in the high country is a time when birds that have spent the winter in warmer climates are welcomed back to Colorado. Ducks, shorebirds, warblers, swallows, flycatchers, sparrows, sapsuckers, bluebirds and many others return for the nesting season or stop to refuel before heading further north. Participants of this class will explore several locations in and around Estes Park and Rocky Mountain National Park identifying as many species as possible by sight and sound, and learn about their natural history. Instructor Jeff Maugans worked as a park naturalist for the National Park Service from 1977 to 2009. He came to Rocky Mountain National Park in 1990. Find more information at www.rmna.org.

April 18-19

Mysterious Owls of Rocky

The Mysterious Owls of Rocky course, April 18 and 19, from 3-9 p.m., investigates the six species of owls that inhabit Rocky Mountain National Park and the Estes Valley including the Great Horned, Long-eared, Boreal, Northern Saw-whet, Northern Pygmy Learn how to prep your garden, select your starts and pot up or plant out, Sunday, April 6, and the Flammulated Owls. A presentation, covering the natural history of each species from 1-3 p.m. at the Lyons Farmette. This workshop on food production covers the knowlbegins the class at Rocky Mountain Nature Asedge, attitude, awareness and essential skills needed sociation Field Seminar & Conference Center. for a successful start to a new garden. The class is facilParticipants then travel into the field in search itated by organic farmer, residential backyard farming of as many owls as possible starting with the coach and social entrepreneur August Miller of FoodNorthern Pygmy-Owl and Great Horned Owl. Shed Productions. To RSVP, send an e-mail to Betsy@ The course is taught by author, researcher and LyonsFarmette.com. Payment is required to reserve a artist Scott Rashid who has been studying space in this class. Visit www.lyonsfarmette.com for birds of prey most of his adult life. He has pubmore information. lished three papers on small owls and his first book “Small Mountain Owls” is the only book April 12 ever written that covers the natural history of Northern Pygmy, Flammulated, Northern Saw-whet and Boreal Owls all of which can be found nesting within the national park.

Additional information is available at www.rmna.org.

Take a culinary journey through the Italian countryside, April 12, at 7 p.m. during Arapahoe Basin’s April Moonlight Dinner Series which highlights cuisine from April 19-20 mountain regions of Italy specially sourced and prepared for this legendary dining experience. Executive Chef Christopher Rybak brings years of culinary experience and a passion for innovation to the dinner series at Black Mountain Lodge. The classically- Rocky Mountain National Park offers guests free entrance to the park on April 19 and 20 trained chef gathers inspiration from across the globe, and puts his own “A-Basin” as part of the The National Park Service Fee Free Days. Rocky Mountain National Park’s spin on traditional flavors. This event is lift-served, but guests are welcome to hike or 415 square miles encompass and protect spectacular mountain environments. Fees for snowshoe to and from mid-mountain. Additional information can be found at www. activities such as camping, reservations, tours, or concessions are not affected by the arapahoebasin.com. entrance fee waiver. Call 970-586-1206 or visit www.nps.gov/romo to learn more.

Getting Your Garden Started

Moonlight Dinner Series: A Night in Italy

Free Entrance Day

How to Use Angels to Clear Roadblocks

April 27

Spring Heritage Day at Walker Ranch

Visit the Walker Ranch homestead, April 27, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., for a peek into pioneer living in springtime. Smell what’s cooking in the log house, chat with the blacksmith and experience hands-on traditional activities with costumed volunteers. Sporting a diverse array of ecosystems to explore, it’s virtually impossible to get bored at Walker Ranch, located at 8999 Flagstaff Mountain Road. From the great staircase to South Boulder Creek to the open view across Crescent Meadow to the historic Photo by Jeffrey V. Smith homestead, Walker Ranch is a cultural and natural treasure. The homestead consists of original buildings from the 1880s, except a newly reconstructed ranch house. Visit www.bouldercounty.org to learn more.

Photo Preservation Drop In Hours

Preserve your heritage, April 27, from 1:30-4:30 p.m., at the Estes Park Museum. Learn the skills to organize a collection of family photographs and design an heirloom to cherish. Archival-quality Heritage Book starter kits are available for sale or simply bring in your own supplies and work with others in a fun and creative environment. Staff is on hand to help make quality copies of images at .50 cents per sheet. Cost is $3 for members of the Museum Friends and $5 for non-members. The museum provides the space, tables, scissors and paper cutter. Participants can purchase archival supplies in the Museum Shop. No reservations are necessary, just drop in. Call Alicia Mittelman at 970-577-3762 for more information.

May 1

CASA of Jeffco/Gilpin Volunteer Training

Court Appointed Special Advocates of Jefferson and Gilpin Counties is growing, but continues to have a strong need for dedicated community members to become a voice for abused or neglected children in court. CASA volunteers are caring adults who are appointed by a judge and provide the courts with objective information and recommendations to help ensure that a child abuse victim’s best interests are served. The next CASA of Jeffco/Gilpin volunteer training is May 1. The training course includes approximately 19 hours of online class assignments and 19 hours of classroom training. All in-person sessions will be held at the Jefferson County Courthouse, 100 Jefferson County Parkway, in Golden. Previous experience is not necessary, just compassion for children and the desire to make a difference in our community. For more information contact Susan Manfredi at 303-271-6537 or e-mail susanmanfredi@casajeffcogilpin.com.

Did You Know?

Planning underway for climbing services in national park ESTES PARK Rocky Mountain National Park staff are currently in the planning phase to develop a commercial services strategy for guided commercial climbing in the park. Currently, the park allows one guided climbing services provider.

During 2014, park staff will conduct market analysis of guided climbing through issuing limited Commercial Use Authorizations (CUA) for guided technical climbing in the park.

The use associated with these permits will help determine if there are additional markets for guided climbing services within the park.

In 2014, four CUA permits for guid-

ed technical climbing will be issued.

Each permit allows up to 15 client days of guided technical climbing in the park. One client day is equal to a guide plus one individual. A guide plus two individuals equals two client days, if the same guide and same individual comes two days in a row that is equal to two client days.

For those interested in applying for a limited technical climbing CUA permit, a complete application packet must be submitted to the park’s concession office by close of business on April 9,

2014. If there are more applicants than the specified four CUA permits available, there will be a random drawing selected from all the complete application packets submitted by the deadline. These limited guided climbing CUA permits are only available for 2014 and companies should only anticipate operating in the park for 2014.

Any questions about the permits and the application process should be directed to the park’s concession office at 970586-1209. For other information, call 970-586-1206.

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Community Center

April 9 Post-Flood Beer Dinner w/Fat Heads Brewery – Lyons Fork

April 11 Arugula Wine Dinner – Salto Coffee Works April 11-12 Great Roads to Great Chefs: Chef Ari Kolender – Table @ Stanley Hotel

April 12 Moonlight Dinner: A Night in Italy – Arapahoe Basin Restaurant Week Kick-Off – Various Estes Park Locations April 12-23 Estes Park Restaurant Week – Various Estes Park Locations April 13 Pancake Breakfast – Golden Gate Grange Community Center April 14 Loving Cup Community Kitchen – Deli at 8236’ April 15 Fermentation Class w/Esoteric Foods – Lyons Farmette April 17 Community Cupboard – Old Gallery Taste of Estes Park – Estes Park Conference Center April 18-19 Great Roads to Great Chefs: Caleb Shriver – Table @ Stanley Hotel

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Passion, taste for barbecue strong in mountain towns

meats is crazy and I needed to be a part of it.”

By Jeffrey V. Smith FRONT RANGE Smokin’ Daves offers in-house smoked Texas-style brisket, arbecue is about as American as cuisine can get. Although Carolina-style pork, Memphis-style ribs and Texas sausage at there are dozens of variations throughout the U.S., the both locations. “We first trim all of our meats, removing silver four main styles are Memphis, Carolinas, Kansas City skin and membranes, then we rub our meats with our in-houseand Texas. Locals and fans defend their region’s cooking style made rubs,” Oehlman said. “We then let the meats marinate with the intense devotion generally reserved for hard-core over night then smoke up to 16 hours with a hickory and cherry sports fans. No matter what type tempts your taste buds or mix of wood. What sets us apart, is the quality of meat we start whether you’re into dry rubbed, hickwith, then the time and patience we ory-smoked or sweet-n-saucy, there is give to the cooking.” likely some place in the high country The Big Horn Restaurant, 401 W. Elksmoking meat just the way you like it. horn Ave., in Estes Park serves BBQ Front Range mountain communities featuring meats smoked in their hickory from Estes Park to Georgetown have smoker. Serving pork and beef sandattracted a wide range of restaurateurs wiches, hickory smoked ribs and chickand establishments devoted to BBQ. en, everything is slow smoked over low Most are quite passionate about the proheat and served with their own special cess and what goes out to diners. homemade barbecue sauce.

Smokin’ Daves BBQ with locations Also in Estes Park, Claire’s on the in Lyons, 228 Main St., and Estes Park, Park, 225 Park Lane, offers Angus 820 Moraine Ave., is “dedicated to preprime rib smoked to perfection over serving and honoring” the art of Ameri- Smokin’ Daves in Lyons and Estes Park offers a mesquite, and baby back and beef ribs can BBQ. Owner and Chef Dave Oehl- variety of smoked meats and sauces. marinated four days in New Belgium man has perfected four distinct sauces Brewery’s Fat Tire Ale and red wine, that honor American BBQ. He discovered the joys of creating then smoked over mesquite. unique dishes in his grandparent’s kitchen where he learned the In Nederland, Wild Mountain Smokehouse & Brewery, 70 E 1st love and dedication required to be the best at his craft.

St, is a family owned and operated restaurant that serves top-qual “I have been cooking in the restaurant industry since 1990,” ity, house-smoked cuisine it calls Ned-e-que and freshly brewed Oehlman said. “I decided to go the BBQ route after traveling beers. Sandwiches include pulled pork, beef brisket and chicken the country and seeing the wonderful passion behind this style with a choice of sauces including Texas, Memphis, Carolina, Thai of cooking. The stories, the love and the addiction to smoking Continued on page 7

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Breakfast raises awareness of child advocates

GOLDEN In support of Child Abuse Prevention Month, CASA of Jefferson and Gilpin Counties will host its second annual Champions for Children Breakfast, April 9, at Denver Marriott West from 7:30-8:30 a.m.

The free, one-hour breakfast event is an opportunity for members of our community to learn more about CASA Jeffco/ Gilpin’s important work of advocating on behalf of child abuse and neglect victims in Jefferson and Gilpin counties.

With over 570 open cases of child abuse and neglect, involving approximately 1,300 children in Jefferson and Gilpin counties, it is vital for CASA of Jefferson and Gilpin Counties’ program to raise awareness and funds in order to serve more child abuse victims.

Court Appointed Special Advocates of

Jefferson and Gilpin Counties serves the 1st Judicial District, which ranked second of 22 Districts in Colorado for the number of abuse and neglect cases filed in 2012.

Appointed by judges, the highly trained volunteers serve as independent investigators and advocates for abused and neglected children in Jefferson and Gilpin counties.

If you have questions, want to be a sponsor or wish to sign-up to attend, contact Melissa Hellmuth at MelissaHellmuth@ casajeffcogilpin.com or call 303-271-6539.

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Diners can expect confit jumbo crab meat over frisee-mint salad with toasted hazelnuts and spice macerated orange segments paired with Langhe Sauvignon; Carnaroli rice risotto with chestnuts, Italian porcini and roasted red apple; folded with la Tur Cheese and topped with crispy

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The dinner is $84.95 per person.

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Lyons Fork reopens, hosts beer dinner

Free pig roast, music at Stage Stop luau

LYONS The Lyons Fork is back open and hosts its first post-flood beer dinner, April 9, with Cleveland’s Fat Head Brewery. The evening will include four courses, matching beers and brewery representatives to answer questions.

The return of the popular restaurant and its beer dinners are a welcome sight for residents and loyal patrons who are still getting back to normal following last year’s flood.

The Lyons Fork, 450 Main Street, suffered water damage, but its owners and employees worked hard to “clean up, rip out, and reinstall.” Their insurance company did not help with the repairs because they didn’t have flood insurance, which they were not allowed to buy since they were not in the 100 year flood plane.

The Lyons Fork finally reopened its doors in March and currently is serving dinner Thursday through Monday from 4-9 p.m. while Sunday brunch is available from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The owners hope to re-open full time in May. This first post-flood beer dinner features Fat Head Brewery whose represen-

ROLLINSVILLE Stage Stop owner and chef Heather Hatwan brings back the pig roasts she began holding last year, with a special 4/20 Luau, April 20 at 4:20 p.m. The free event features a whole hog barbecued over the fire and four bands.

Included in the afternoon and evening of live music are The Alcapones. Band members are driven by their love for authentic 1960’s Jamaican ska, reggae and rocksteady music.

Hailing from Denver, All Waffle Trick also performs at the 4/20 Luau. The band

tatives and brews are in Colorado for the Craft Brewers Conference. According to critics, there are few breweries producing beers as fine as those coming out of Fat Head’s Brewery & Saloon. Their beers are not typically available in Colorado, so the dinner is a special treat for local fans.

Fat Head’s Brewery began full-scale production in May 2012 but started in Pittsburgh in 1992 as a restaurant and premier taphouse.

In 2009, it teamed up with brewer Matt Cole and opened Fat Head’s Brewery & Saloon in North Olmsted, OH. A new production facility in neighboring Middleburg Heights, OH was built due to overwhelming demand. Its award-winning ales and lagers are only available in Ohio, Indiana and Western Pennsylvania.

Expect the dinner to sell out, so make reservations quickly. Watch the restaurant’s website and Facebook page for future events and full hours in May. Call the restaurant at 303-823-5014, or e-mail debbie@lyonsfork.com with questions or to reserve space at the beer dinner. Visit www.lyonsfork.com for more information.

“carries the flag of quintessential pop-punk and colors it with shades of ska and melodic hardcore.” With an irreverent and inyour-face attitude that shines through their recordings and fun live shows, the trio is influenced by artists such as Blink-182, Green Day and The Offspring.

The Stage Stop, 60 Main Street in Rollinsville, also offers a full menu of other entrées, sides and deserts along with a full bar and craft beers including Nederland’s Very Nice Brewery.

Call 303-258-0649 or visit www.stage stoprollinsville.com for more information.

Support Easter Seal campers at Tommyknocker food pairing event EMPIRE Tommyknocker Brewery and Easter Seals Colorado presents “A Perfect Pairing: A Brewers Tasting,” April 26, from 6-10 p.m., at Rocky Mountain Village in Empire. The event includes tapas-style food prepared by local chefs paired with Tommyknocker beers. Entertainment and a silent auction are also included. All proceeds will help send more than 20 campers with disabilities to Rocky Mountain Village camp this summer.

The menu includes appetizers, desserts and a wide variety of stations featuring tapas and beer pairings. Attendees can expect items like Chicken Roulade stuffed with asparagus, roasted red peppers and spinach topped with beer Hollandaise sauce paired with an amber lager and Ahi

Tuna sesame encrusted with micro greens and wasabi soy glaze paired with Jackwacker Wheat Ale. Colorado lamb chops with Yukon Ricotta Parmesan mash-potato and topped with beer demiglase and paired with Butthead Bock and mushroom buttons stuffed with bleu cheese, walnut and garlic butter paired with Legend beer are also included on the menu along with several other offerings.

The silent auction includes numerous items like a 2014 Colorado Avalanche team autographed hockey stick, beer for a year from Tommyknocker Brewery, autographed Carlos Gonzalez baseball, Tommyknocker snowboard and two tickets to the 2014 Great American Beer Festival.

Last year over 800 campers experienced a “week of magic” at Rocky Mountain Village, fishing, riding horses and even screaming down a zip-line. Rocky Mountain Village staff accepts the campers for who they are and focus on their abilities and strengths, rather than their disabilities and challenges.

Rocky Mountain Village is located at 2644 Alvarado Road in Empire.

Call 303-569-2333 or visit www.easter seals.com/co or www.tommyknocker. com to learn more about the camp, beers or the event. Tickets are available online at www.es.easterseals.com/site/ Calendar?view=Detail&id=44907.

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The Roasted Toad, 229 Colo.

119, is also in Nederland. Owner Dave Walter runs a walk-up stand BBQ from Smoke with his own slow House BBQ in Winter cooker. He slow Park, above, and cooks his meats the Roasted Toad’s with a dry rub as unique location in long as 10 hours to Nederland, right. allow for a rich smoked flavor. Customers add sauces of their choosing.

Opened in 2008 and a favorite of locals and I-70 skiers ever since, Smoking Yards,

2736 Colorado Blvd., in Idaho Springs cooks up “real southern BBQ.” The business, which claims “smokin’ is more than just a hobby,” is a father and sons operation that “goes the distance to make sure your BBQ is the best in the Rockies.” The menu includes beef brisket, Carolina pulled pork, St. Louis-style and baby back ribs, smoked hot wings, brisket sloppy Jo and much more.

The brisket, pulled pork, hotlinks, burnt ends and whole chickens are also available by the pound.

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April 26 A Perfect Pairing: A Brewer’s Tasting – Rocky Mountain Village Camp

April 28 Loving Cup Community Kitchen – Deli at 8236’ May 1 Community Cupboard – Old Gallery WEEKLY FOOD Sunday Service Industry Sunday – Stage Stop Champagne Brunch – The Other Side Sunday Brunch – Sweet Basilico Sunday Brunch Buffet w/Amanda Valley – Waterfront Grille @ Estes Park Resort

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Tuesday Taco Tuesday – Mothers Saloon Wednesday Burger Madness – Sundance Café Pastor’s Pantry Food Distribution – Whispering Pines Church Thursday Breakfast for Dinner – Sundance Café Gyro Thursdays – Troia’s Café & Marketplace Open Mic Potluck w/Taylor Radio – Spirit Hounds Distillery Friday Friday Night Supper – Coal Creek Coffee Community Corner Café – Shepherd of the Mountains Lutheran Church

“Locals” Night Out” Dinner Specials w/Dick Orleans – Sweet Basilico

Pastor’s Pantry Food Distribution – Whispering Pines Church Burger Madness – Lyons Dairy Bar Saturday Food Pantry – Nederland Community Center Tacos ‘n’ Tunes – Blue Owl Books

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smoked wings, dry-rubbed, slow-smoked meats and homemade sides. “I opened The Smokehouse in February 2012,” Owner Michael Patrick said, “and we are here every day serving up some of Colorado’s best BBQ.” The business also provides catering for weddings, family reunions and just about any event calling for casual-style BBQ. “We use locally sourced, untreated apple wood to smoke with that comes from our friends at Fruita Wood Chunks on the western slope,” Patrick said. “We also have five homemade BBQ sauces in a variety of flavors that are served on the side so you can create your own masterpiece as you eat. We’re firm believers in producing food that is affordable and sustain-

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able, and, where possible, from local and organic sources.” In addition to traditional pulled pork shoulder and beef brisket, the restaurant hand-makes its own spicy sausage links and Kansas City burnt ends. The smoked meats are also available by the pound or half pound, and sides by the pint.

Smokin’ Moe’s Ribhouse, 63 Cooper Creek Way, is also in downtown Winter Park. All of their meats are “carefully selected, then either grilled or slow smoked with aged hickory wood.”

Up in Georgetown, Lucha Grande Cantina, 606 6th St, serves grass-fed beef, brazed in-house for six hours among its many other offerings. It is served with house-created sauces made from pure, natural ingredients.

Celebrate Estes Park’s eateries during annual Restaurant Week

By George Watson ESTES PARK It’s time to find a new favorite restaurant in Estes Park. The second annual Estes Park Restaurant Week takes place April 12-23 at dining establishments all over the mountain town. Each participating restaurant offers a three-course meal for a special price. There are specials for breakfast, lunch and dinner all week, as well as kickoff events and the annual Taste of Estes fundraiser to further entice your taste buds.

According to event founder and Poppy’s and Mama Rose’s owner Julie Pieper, the event started as a way to showcase the talents of the many restaurants in Estes to locals and guests from nearby communities.

“We hope to provide an opportunity for restaurants to really show their strengths, at a price that entices people to try new places and new items,” she said.

Each participating restaurant will have a special menu featuring three-course meals for $20.14 per person. Restaurants with lower or higher price points can add courses, work in a $14.14 price framework, or create upgrade menus of $30.14 and $40.14. These may include wine or beer pairings, higher valued entrées, etc. Breakfast and lunch can be $10.14 or might include two or more people. “The idea with this loose structure is to afford everyone a comfortable way to

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Participants include The Egg & I, Estes Park Pie Shop & Bakery, Poppy’s Pizza & Grill, Mama Rose’s, Stanley Hotel’s Steamer’s Café and Cascades, Pepper’s Mexican Grill, Rock Inn, Dunraven Inn, Cable’s Pub and Grill, Claire’s on the Park, Grubsteak, Hunter’s Chop House and Village Pizza.

Visit the event’s “Kickoff Hubs” on April 12 and pick up punch cards to enter raffles for great prizes. For every three restaurants visited during the week, an entry for a drawing for prizes is earned. Hubs include Poppy’s, Cable’s, The Rock Inn and The Stanley Hotel. Beer tastings, big wheel races, live music and more are planned.

There will be a Philanthropy Day on April 14 where participants donate 14 percent of sales to Estes Park United Way. On April 17, Estes Park dining is celebrated at the Taste of Estes. Area eateries bring favorite menu items to the Estes Park Conference Center to delight the palettes of attendees.

A beer dinner with Breckenridge Brewery takes place at Mama Rose’s on April 18, as well.

Visit DineEstesPark.com and the Estes Park Restaurant Week Facebook page for information, additions to the participant list and menus.

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By Jeffrey V. Smith FRONT RANGE heir isolation, small size and unique residents are part of what makes Colorado’s mountain towns so multifarious and eclectic. It’s also why these communities are not well served by the larger, commercial broadcast media from the metro area. If the signals can even be received, they just don’t pertain. The need for these places to be represented by their own resources for news, information, music and local entertainment has spawned a wide-range of community and internet radio all along the Peak to Peak region.

These non-commercial radio stations fill a void on the airwaves providing a platform for local artists, politicians and residents while helping to sustain the region’s creative communities. In some cases, these stations have the ability to strengthen community ties and build civic engagement through coverage of local elections, high school sports, town meetings and neighborhood festivals. They also cater their music and entertainment to the tastes of the community and add to the local flavor. Though their numbers are admittedly small, listeners to these stations view them as vital to their community.

Thanks to the internet, community radio stations are no longer confined to the limits of their small transmitters, or the rules of the FCC. Stations of all types can now exist solely online without using a transmitter.

The internet also allows those stations that do broadcast over the air to reach around the world, instead of just a few miles.

Clear Creek County is served by KYGT-The Goat, which broadcasts on 102.7 FM out of a small cabin in the middle of Idaho Springs. The community station’s over-the-air signal originates in Georgetown and barely covers the county due to its topography. A new transmitter in Idaho Springs will soon increase its reach, but thanks to an internet stream, anyone who can get online can listen to the station’s unique programming anywhere.

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Originally founded in 1995 as a cable broadcast, the station was granted a lowpower FM license in 2002. In addition to keeping the Clear Creek Valley communities “educated, informed, entertained and alerted, KYGT provides a format for residents of the community to express their creative talents and an opportunity for volunteerism that directly improves our community’s quality of life.”

KYGT is community-owned and funded through business sponsors, fundraising activities and an Intergovernmental Agreement with all the towns and districts within the county. It also serves as a significant resource for emergency organizations and citizens with regard to emergency and crisis situations.

The station was “spearheaded” by General Manger Greg Markle, who DJ and local musician Gary Jorgensen calls, “the president of the fun club.” Markle would enlist friends to help with his forays into making movies, a public-access TV show and other adventures. “You can’t believe the stuff we’ve done,” Jorgensen said. After talking endless hours about starting a radio station, Markle finally “leaned” on Jorgensen, who had previous radio experience, and other friends and jumped into radio. “He just wanted a community station to do community station things,” Jorgensen said.

Today, the station runs on an incredibly small budget and a couple of dozen volunteer DJs, but manages to broadcast a wide mix of programming including local news, high school sports, political forums, live acoustic jams, an on-air flea market and wide-ranging music shows.

One of the best things about community radio is that it’s open to anyone. “We’re pretty easy. We don’t have a big training session or anything like that,” Jorgensen said. If someone has an idea for a show, all they have to do is contact the station to start the simple process of getting on the air.

“It’s a wonderful creative outlet,” local musician, DJ and station Treasurer Bob Hickam said. “That’s always what it

KYGT serves the communities in Clear Creek County from a small cabin in Idaho Springs.

has been about for most of us. It’s always been about the music; playing music for people.” Hickam, who plays in local act Credibility Gap, calls himself a pied piper. “I just love playing music. I’ve played music all my life, so jumping into a radio show with my buddy was a natural thing.

Starting from day one, Gary and I were doing a show together.”

Jorgensen and Hickam enjoy the creative outlet so much, they have been doing their weekly show of “Americana music for the acoustically inclined” for the past 19 years.

“We just bounce off one another, we don’t know what we’re doing, we kind of get a groove and follow it,” Jorgensen said.

“We have very similar musical tastes,” Hickam added. “We just bring some of our own stuff in and play off each other.”

“I know for a fact, after 19 years, we do have an audience,” Jorgensen said. “Sometimes we don’t know who’s listening. It just surprises us. Once in awhile get an e-mail from someone passing through on I-70 saying they heard the show while driving by.”

Some DJs on the station incorporate social networking into their programming and end up taking requests and giving onair shout-outs to listeners in places like India, Pakastan and Mexico. “With the internet, we have the same audience as

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through a ponderosa pine and Douglas fir forest, crosses seasonal streams and meanders through scenic meadows. There’s also an overlook that overlooks Boulder Canyon with great views of the the University of Colorado and Boulder. Dogs on leashes are allowed as well.

The Canyon Loop Trail is a moderate to difficult trail that is popular with bikers from Boulder. It is closed to bikes, however, on Wednesdays and Saturdays. On other days, it is recommended to check the signs at the trailhead to determine which direction bike riders are required to go, and then hike in the opposite direction.

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operations sprang up along Boulder and Fourmile canyons and the town of Orodell was established at their junction, immediately adjacent to the present Betasso Preserve. A general store, post office and school served the visitors and residents of Orodell and five stage coaches passed through daily, en route to Nederland. In 1883 most of Orodell was destroyed by a fire and in 1894 the sawmill and gold mill were destroyed in a flood.

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the small ranch. Steve, together with his sons Dick and Ernie, expanded the ranch with their profits from gold and tungsten mining. Using the Betasso Ranch for their cattle operations, Dick and Ernie wintered the cattle on the ranch, driving the herds to Mammoth Basin in the summer.

In 1976, Boulder County purchased 712 acres of the ranch from Ernie Betasso who wanted others to enjoy his land as he had. It was the county’s first open space purchase. Subsequent purchases include the 391 acre Benjamin Property.

The open space now totals 1,181 acres.

Call 303-678-6200 or visit www.

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KYGO or someone with 100,000 watts.

Everybody’s got the same audience on the internet,” Hickam said.

Stations in Nederland, for example utilize the internet to reach their listeners.

Planetmind Radio and Radio Free Nederland, which both play Grateful Dead and related music much of the time, are exclusively online. Planetmind Radio also occasionally broadcasts live music from local events, its own outdoor stage and the town’s bars. KNED also streams online, but with a more eclectic music mix. It has also been known to broadcast the Blues Jam live from the Pioneer Inn. Boulder’s KGNU, an independent community radio station, has a transformer in Nederland to broadcast their signal to the area on 93.7 FM. The station is run by volunteers, many of which reside in the Boulder foothills, and broadcasts a diverse mix of music, news and information 24 hours a day. While the station considers mountain towns in its programming and information, it is only a small portion of what they do.

Way High Radio in Ward is another volunteer driven, commercial-free radio station in the mountains taking advantage of online streaming. The station was resurrected following the Four Mile Canyon Fire in 2010 as a way for residents to have a better way to get emergency information and locally-appealing programming.

In Estes Park, the volunteer-driven, community station KREV-LP broadcasts online and over the air at 104.7 FM. The 100-watt, low-power, non-profit, station was granted a license in 2002 and became the first United Methodist owned and broadcasting station.

It is self sustaining with revenues from donations, grants and underwriting announcements. The station broadcasts educational programs, nostalgic music from the 20s through the 60s, old-time radio programs, classical, relaxing and religious music.

Whether you want your own creative outlet or simply appreciate local programming and the role of community radio find a way to support your local station today, even if its just letting them know you’re listening.

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KYGT - THE GOAT – 102.7 FM PO Box 1419, Idaho Springs, CO 80452 www.clearcreekradio.com 303-567-4628 PLANETMIND RADIO Nederland, CO • dj@planetmindradio.com www.planetmindradio.com and Facebook KNED - RADIO REVOLT Nederland, CO • www.facebook.com/KNEDRadio www.cloudrad.io/kned/listen.pls KGNU – 93.7 FM (Nederland Transformer) 4700 Walnut Street, Boulder, CO 80301 www.kgnu.org • 303-449-4885 KWHR - WAY HIGH RADIO Ward, CO • wayhighradio@gmail.com www.wayhighradio.com • 303-532-4895 KREV-LP – 104.7 FM 1509 Fish Hatchery Road, Estes Park, CO 80517 www.krevlp.org • 970-586-4153

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Alpenglow Ascents Rando Series (2 of 3) – Arapahoe Basin

Convenings On Health –Two Brothers Deli April 5 Spring Skiing Demo Day – Loveland Ski Area G.O.A.L.S. Vertical Challenge – Winter Park Resort Rocky Mountain Division Open Moguls – Arapahoe Basin NRA Basic Pistol Course – Estes Park Gun & Archery Club Nederland Youth Hockey Silent Auction – Wild Mountain Smokehouse

April 6 Getting Your Garden Started – Lyons Farmette Rocky Mountain Division Open Duals – Arapahoe Basin April 7 Estes Park Car Club General Meeting – U.S. Bank April 8 Aviation Club, Money Management Made Easy: a Common Cents Counts Seminar – Estes Valley Library Clear Creek Hiking Club: Union Pass Snowshoe/Hike – Clear Creek Recreation Center

Clear Creek County Advocates Free Community Awareness Class – Parish Hall April 9 Ski With a Ranger Day – Loveland Ski Area April 10 Kevin Durkin Workshop – Yoga Room Idaho Springs Estes Park Genealogical Society, Estes Park Equestrian Club – Estes Valley Library Lodo Walking Tour and Pub Crawl w/Dr. Thomas J. Noel – Clear Creek Recreation Center Ski Hooky with 95.7FM – Loveland Ski Area April 10-13 Daoist Meditation Retreat – Dao House at Aspen Lodge April 11 Clear Creek County Library Friends Annual Meeting – Tomay Memorial Library

Games Night – Idaho Springs Public Library Community Meeting – Golden Gate Grange Center April 12 Pints & Poses – Tadasana Mountain Yoga April 12-13 52nd Annual Loveland Derby – Loveland Ski Area April 13 Flood Victim’s Free Chair Massage w/Della Mason – Stone Cup/Rise & Sine Bistro

Closing Day (scheduled) – Eldora Mountain Resort April 14 Garden Club – Estes Valley Library April 16 Euchre Night – Very Nice Brewing Easter Egg Hunt – Gilpin County Community Center 25th Annual Enduro & Après Party – Arapahoe Basin

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ing yin, restorative, Hatha and beginner classes,” Gabbey said.

By Jennifer Pund “My 200-hour training and Yin training focused on yoga as a NEDERLAND ery Nice Brewing Company and Tadasana Mountain lifestyle and therapeutic tool.”

Yoga, both located in the Caribou Shopping Center in After a successful first event, which was held in the tap Nederland, have partnered to bring a fun, healthy and room, Green and Gabbey quickly partnered with the Tadasana Mountain Yoga to offer a more social way to spend a Saturday suitable space. afternoon in the mountains while Tadasana, or ‘mountain pose’ simultaneously supporting two is the experience of having both local business. Pints and Poses deep roots and soaring wings in a offers a mixed-level yoga session singular moment. Diana Underhill followed by a pint of beer at the opened Tadasana Mountain Yoga neighboring brewery. in 2011 with the belief that yoga “Although this is not an origibenefits all people by creating a nal idea,” Very Nice Brewing Costrong sense of unity and connecOwner Susan Green explained. tion both with oneself on the mat “We believe craft beer nourishes as well as with one’s community the body, and so does yoga, so it’s off the mat. a good fit with positive compat“It felt like a great way, as loibility.” cal businesses, to partner and offer The 75-minute class, held from something unique and different.

12:30-1:45 p.m. on the second SatPeople love it and it’s a relaxing urday of each month, is perfect for Participate in a yoga class at Tadasana Mountain Yoga way to spend a Saturday afterbeginners or seasoned practitio- followed by a pint at Very Nice Brewing next door. noon. It also provides a fun way ners. It is taught by Amber Erickson Gabbey, an expert on holistic health, health care and healthy for people to hang out and meet new friends,” Underhill said. living. She is also a freelance health and lifestyle writer, when After the yoga class, participants gather at Very Nice Brewing Company for the free pint of one of its flagship beers. she isn’t teaching yoga.

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Support Estes Park recovery with Duck Race ‘adoption’

By Rita DuChateau ESTES PARK Looking for a way to help Estes Valley residents affected by the September flood?

An excellent option is available through the Estes Park Noon Rotary Club’s 26th Annual Duck Race.

For a $20 donation, participants “adopt” a duck, which is assigned a number in the race computer database. Over 5,000 yellow rubber ducks will enter the Fall River at 1 p.m. on Saturday, May 3 near Nicky’s Steakhouse, 1350 Fall River Road. The pre-race festivities begin at noon, with bands, family activities and sales of duck-themed items.

Once the race begins, ducks “swim” approximately 2.5 miles and cross the fin-

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ish line near Riverside Park in downtown Estes Park. Volunteers collect the ducks as they finish the race, and prizes are awarded to the fastest swimmers. This year’s major prizes include a Samsung 6300 Series 50-inch Class LED Smart Television, Apple iPad Air, Samsung 5.1 Channel Home Theater System, PlayStation 3 250GB Move Bundle, Xbox 360 4GB Sports and Adventures Kinect Bundle, Canon PowerShot HS Digital Camera, APEX 32-inch LED 60Hz HDTV and a Estes Park Duck Race finish line Fitbit Force Activity Wristband.

In addition, area businesses donate “We are excited to offer these major hundreds of prizes. Part of the race-day prizes, along with hundreds of other prizes fun is watching the winners’ names being donated by Estes Park merchants,” said posted on the prize boards in Riverside Thor “Big Duck” Homme, Duck Race Plaza just outside The Wheel Bar. Continued on page 10

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The Carousel of Happiness was created to “transport visitors to a time and place of joy.” by carver Scott Harrison who also crafted, “Somewhere Else,” a wall scene in the carousel building featuring six new animals coming from and going to “somewhere else.”

“The wall is a kind of portal, we think, maybe to a new dimension,” Harrison said. “Honestly, we haven’t been able to explain it. We’ll leave that up to you. But certainly, magic is afoot.” The animals, which include a curious giraffe, a thoughtful chimpanzee and an unlikely

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bear family, pass through a membrane made of lime and crushed marble in the technique used in centuries-­old frescoes.

The carousel and its latest artistic addition were hand-­carved by Harrison, a Nederland resident whose quirky, 36-­animal menagerie has made the Carousel of Happiness a beloved destination for more than 250,000 visitors since 2010.

The public is invited, April 6, to see the new attraction and “explore the magic” of the carousel for free from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. The Carousel of Happiness is located in the Caribou Village Shopping Center on Colo. 72/119.

As a non-­profit, donor-­funded organization the carousel relies on volunteers and fundraising to keep rides $1 for everyone. For hours and other information, call 303-­258-­3457 or visit www.carousel ofhappiness.org.

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9Health Fair visits mountain towns FRONT RANGE This spring, 9Health Fair celebrates its 35th year of providing low and nocost health screenings to communities throughout Colorado. Over 135 communities are gearing up to host a 9Health Fair, which offer more than 25 free and seven low-cost health screenings.

The 9Health Fair visits Estes Park Medical Center, April 12; Carlson Elem School, April 26; Lyons Middle/Sr High School, May 3; Rockland Community Church in Golden, May 3; Nederland Community Center, May 3; as well as numerous locations in Boulder, Denver, Loveland, Fort Collins and all over the state.

All 9Health Fair locations include a $30 Blood Chemistry Screening which gives information on blood sugar (glucose), cholesterol, triglycerides, liver,

kidney, bone and muscle function and may show warning signs of diabetes, heart disease and other concerns.

Other low-cost screenings include a $25 Prostate Specific Antigen screening for men, which checks for prostate gland issues and cancer, a $15 Blood Count screening, a $40 Vitamin D screening, a $25 Hemoglobin A1C screening that gives you an average blood sugar level over the past 2 to 3 months, and a $20 Colon Cancer Screening Take Home Kit that checks for colon cancer. Free screenings such as blood pressure, breast exams, prostate/testicular, osteoporosis, oral, hearing, foot, skin and more are offered at specific locations, as well.

To find additional locations or specific location information, visit www.9healthfair. org or call 800-332-3078.

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Committee Chairman. “The donated prizes send a strong message of support for the charities and the community, as well as gaining great advertising for our merchants.”

Besides the fun of seeing neighbors and meeting new friends, everyone who purchases a duck adoption is part of one of the largest fundraisers in Estes Park, benefitting 62 local charities and organizations.

Ninety-five percent of the sales of duck adoption forms flow directly to the groups after the race, which is made possible by Rotary volunteers who organize and handle all the administrative, operational and financial aspects of the event. Corporate and individual sponsors help as well.

“Thousands of people come to town every year for the Duck Race as the summer tourist seasons takes off. We plan to make the 26th Annual Duck Race a very special event,” Homme said.

There are three ways to adopt a duck: visit www.epduckrace.org, fill out a Duck Race adoption form available through one of 62 beneficiaries or visit a participating Estes Park merchant to obtain one.

The form lists all the groups and charities selected as 2014 race beneficiaries and adopters select the charity they want to receive their donation.

“The Noon Rotary Club sponsors the race each year as a way to help other groups in the Estes Valley. While our foundation is one of the 62 beneficiaries, our goal is to let the ducks swim for the community’s benefit.” Homme said.

The total funds raised in the 25-year history of the event is just over $2 million.

Use of social media is being emphasized this year to spread the word internationally.

Additionall, there is a Facebook page at www.facebook.com/EPDuckRace, which is also propelling adoptions.

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Extreme gardening workshop focuses on vegetables, ornamentals GILPIN COUNTY Gardening in the mountains is challenging at best, but it is still possible to grow wonderful flowers, trees and shrubs.

To help make things easier, the Gilpin County CSU Extension office presents a day-long workshop of “Extreme Gardening” for mountain gardeners focusing on mountain vegetables and ornamentals, April 26, at the Gilpin Community Center, 250 Norton Drive. Space is limited and participants must pre-register by April 18.

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April 18 Mysterious Owls of Rocky – Rocky Mountain Nature Association April 19 Farm Fresh Skin Care Class – Lyons Farmette Eggstravaganza – CCCIA Hall Easter Egg Hunt – Georgetown Park Eggmania – Golden Gate Grange Community Center Bunny Dip Egg Hunt – Clear Creek Recreation Center Easter Celebration – Idaho Springs ELKS Lodge BPOE No. 60 Free Entrance Day – Rocky Mountain National Park Mysterious Owls of Rocky – Rocky Mountain Nature Association NRA Defensive Pistol Course – Estes Park Gun & Archery Club April 19-20 Springtopia – Winter Park Resort Beach ‘n’ Egg Hunt – Arapahoe Basin April 20 Free Entrance Day – Rocky Mountain National Park Easter Egg Hunt – Loveland Ski Area Golden Bunny Classic Candy Hunt & Fun Race, Closing Day – Winter Park Resort April 21 Basic Financial Series: Goal Setting and Financial Planning – Estes Valley Library April 22 Clear Creek Hiking Club: Green Mountain Snowshoe/ Hike – Clear Creek Recreation Center April 24 Using Online Morningstar: a Common Cents Counts Seminar – Estes Valley Library April 25 Alpenglow Ascents Rando Series (3 of 3) – Arapahoe Basin April 26 Extreme Gardening: Mountain Vegetables & Ornamentals – Gilpin Community Center Friends of Charlie’s Place Disco Party – 1860 Tavern Horse Lovers Fair – Golden Gate Grange Community Center Genealogy Group – John Tomay Memorial Library Job Hunting Strategies – Idaho Springs Community Library

9 a.m.-noon and ornamental gardening from 1-4 p.m. There is a Critter Control lunch-time class from 12:15-12:45 p.m., which is free with other sessions. Participants are asked to bring their own lunch.

Gardeners new to mountain communities often have trouble getting plants to thrive or even survive. More often than not, they previously gardened where you stick a plant in the ground and it grows.

Many gardeners try for a while and then give up.

There is no doubt that gardening in the mountains can be challenging, particu-

larly above 7,500 feet. Sunlight is usually of high intensity and the humidity generally is low. Combinations of cool nights, a short growing season, drying winds, steepness of slopes, aspect, topography, and soil all influence how well plants perform in this climate. Most of these challenges can be overcome with proper site preparation and plant choices.

The cost to attend each session is $20 individually or $30 for the entire day.

For more information or to register, call 303-582-9106 or visit www.extension. colostate.edu/gilpin.

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9Health Fair – Carlson Elementary School Bike Packing Presentation – Tin Shed Sports Corn Harvest Benefit Ski Party, Ski With a Ranger Day – Loveland Ski Area

Institute of Noetic Sciences – Estes Valley Library Continuing Yoga – Clear Creek Recreation Center Yoga w/Peggy – Old Gallery Power Vinyasa Yoga w/Darcee – Yoga Room Idaho Springs Hatha Yoga, Aquacize, Yoga, Dance, Pilates - Mat II, Adult Drop-In Basketball, Total Tone – Gilpin Community Center Run ‘n’ Meditate, Slow Flow Yoga w/Sara – Lyons Yoga &

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Foot Reflexology Class – Riverspointe Spa and Massage April 28 Common Cents Counts Basic Financial Series: Key Investment Concepts – Estes Valley Library April 30 Euchre Night – Very Nice Brewing Money for Nothing: a Community Discussion – Estes Valley May 1 Clear Creek Veterans Coalition Meeting – Idaho Springs Elks Lodge

May 3 Estes Park Duck Race – Riverside Plaza Community Care Day – Various Lyons Homes 20th Anniversary Party w/Mark Morris – Idaho Springs Heritage Museum & Visitor Center

Rail Road Opens for 2014 Season – Georgetown Loop Railroad May 3-4 Surprise Sidewalk Sale – Downtown Estes Park May 4 Closing Day Celebration – Loveland Ski Area WEEKLY EVENTS Sunday Master Chen Sermon on Daoism, Community Tai Chi, Qigong Instruction – Aspen Lodge Sunday Community Yoga – Shoshoni Yoga Retreat Maya Vinyasa Flow, Gentle Yoga – Tadasana Mountain Yoga Mat Pilates w/Nicole – Yoga Room Idaho Springs Ashtanga Yoga w/Christi – Lyons Yoga & Wellness Monday Iyengar Level 1/2 – Tadasana Mountain Yoga Matter of Balance – Walt Self Community Building Cardio Sculpt, Pickleball, International Folkdance – Nederland Community Center

Poker Tournament – West Winds Tavern Gentle Yoga w/Joelle, Yoga w/Abby – CCCIA Hall Yoga – Golden Gate Grange Community Center

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Thursday Local’s Night – Chipper’s Lanes Estes Park Cardio Burn, Give Me A Break, Hatha Yoga, Kickboxing, Aquacize, Tae Kwon Do – Gilpin Community Center Texas Hold’em Poker Night – Outlaw Saloon Thursday Locals Night – Shoshoni Yoga Retreat Hula Hoop, Yoga Sculpt – Clear Creek Recreation Center Peak to Peak Rotary – Farradday’s @ Isle Casino Gentle Yoga, Yoga/Pilates Fusion – Tadasana Mountain Yoga

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Vinyasa Flow, Restorative Yoga – Tadasana Mountain Yoga Mom & Tot Yoga – Shoshoni Yoga Retreat Estes Park Anime Club – Estes Valley Library Tai Chi – Nederland Community Center Choose Your Life – Clear Creek Recreation Center Cardio Burn, Pilates - Mat I, Kickboxing, Aquacize, Tae Kwon Do – Gilpin Community Center Yoga for Conditioning w/Alana, Gentle Yoga w/Rebecca – Lyons Yoga & Wellness

Wednesday Wednesday Road Ride – Tin Shed Sports Trivia Night – Longz Mountain Grill Mindful Meditation – Coal Creek Canyon Location: 303-642-0428 Pickelball, Brazilian Ju-Jitsu, Cardio Sculpt, Community Clothing Closet – Nederland Community Center Circuit Training Elevate Conditioning, Therapeutic Yoga w/Cariann – CCCIA Hall Vinyasa Yoga w/Cherie – Yoga Room Idaho Springs Beginning Yoga, Continuing Yoga – Clear Creek Recreation Center

Moms & Babies Yoga, Vinyasa Flow – Tadasana Mountain Yoga Spanish for Beginners, Give Me A Break, Nia, Aquacize, Adult Strengthen Stretch & Balance, Hatha Yoga – Gilpin Community Center

Run n Meditate, Quiet Refuge Hour, Gentle Yoga w/ Rebecca, Restorative Yoga w/Christi – Lyons Yoga & Wellness

Tai Chi, Clothing Closet – Nederland Community Center Yoga for Conditioning w/Alana – Lyons Yoga & Wellness Friday Wine Tasting – Peak Wine & Spirits Parent & Tot Yoga – Shoshoni Yoga Retreat Tai Chi, Cardio Sculpt – Nederland Community Center Vinyasa Yoga w/Cherie, Power Vinyasa Yoga w/Darcee – Yoga Room Idaho Springs

Hatha Yoga, Happy Hour Yoga – Tadasana Mountain Yoga Yoga w/Cariann – CCCIA Hall Yoga, Aquacize, Senior “Sit & Be Fit” Class – Gilpin Community Center

Run n Meditate, Quiet Refuge Hour, Gentle Yoga w/ Rebecca, Yoga for Kickass Ski Legs – Lyons Yoga & Wellness Saturday Pickleball, Clothing Closet – Nederland Community Center Texas Hold’em Poker Night – Outlaw Saloon Vinyasa Yoga w/Cherie or Sarah – Yoga Room Idaho Springs

Zumba, Kinder Kix – Gilpin Community Center Estes Park Anime Club – Estes Valley Library

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brewing, Very Nice Brewing Company not only thinks of new ingredients for beer, but is always “thinking of ways to incorporate our beer into local activities,” Green said.

The Pints and Poses beer voucher can be redeemed for anything from Monk’s Phunk, Steffie’s Heffe, Royal We IPA, Very Nice Pale Ale or the Logical Fallacy. “And, if you are limited on time and can only do the yoga class, your free flagship beer voucher can be used another day,” Green explained.

In addition to seating at the bar, the brewery has plenty of picnic table seat-

ing and welcome patrons to bring in their own food and snacks.

With no reservations required, be sure to mark your calendar for the next Pints and Poses, April 12, as well as every second Saturday of the month. Grab your mat—or borrow one from Tadasana—and bring $15 to work up a thirst with your mountain neighbors. From beginner to expert, you’re sure to relax, reflect and enjoy this start to a Saturday afternoon.

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Ski party benefits avalanche center GEORGETOWN Loveland Ski Area hosts the 13th annual Corn Harvest benefit ski party for the Colorado Avalanche Information Center, April 26. Meet and ski with some of the folks from CAIC, and show your support by letting them know the Colorado backcountry community appreciates their efforts to help everyone stay safe. Meet in the Basin Lodge from 8:30-9:30 a.m. the day of the event to register. At 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. tour Loveland’s sweet spots from Chair 1 “with a local who knows ’em.”

It’s more than a benefit, it’s a good time with old friends and new at Loveland Ski Area. Hawaiian shirts are encouraged. Registration, which is $60 or $30 for season pass holders, includes lunch plus a couple of beers on the deck party at the end of the day. A BBQ lunch kicks off at 11:30 a.m. and live music begins on the Basin Patio at 2:30 p.m. as the New Belgium Beer begins to flow. The Corn Harvest raffle, which starts at 3:30 p.m., is not to be missed as sponsors throw down big with the prizes.

Wild Earth Day free, action-packed NEDERLAND Wild Earth Day, April 27, is Boulder County’s largest Earth Day event running strong for the past 13 years. It is a free, action-packed day of entertainment and education about planet Earth presented by Nederland’s Wild Bear Mountain Ecology Center. The event runs from 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

The first Earth Day on April 22, 1970, activated 20 million Americans from all walks of life and is widely credited with launching the modern environmental movement. More than 1 billion people now participate in Earth Day activities each year, making it the largest civic observance in the world.

Live music, climate talks in a solar powered presentation tent, loads of booths with

hands-on activities all day, a climbing wall and live animals are all included in Wild Bear’s fun-filled, zero-waste event. Attendees can also register for Wild Bear Summer Camps to receive 10 percent off tuition.

At Wild Bear Mountain Ecology Center, information about local trails, an exhibit of the preservation of Mud Lake can be found while exploring the center for information about local flora and fauna. In the gift shop, locally hand-crafted gifts, books, maps, and games are for sale with proceeds directly supporting Wild Bear’s mission.

Wild Bear asks, “in the interest of this magnificent planet, please ride the RTD N bus, carpool, walk or ride your bike to Wild Earth Day.” Anyone who takes alternative transportation to the event can register for prizes at the Wild Bear booth.

Wild Bear is a non-profit, tax-exempt corporation and all donations are 100 percent tax deductible. Visit www.wildbear. org to learn more.

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April 1-May 31 Art at the Center – Nederland Community Center April 1-August 3 Sandzén in Estes Park – Estes Park Museum April 3 Stitchers Get-Together – Gilpin Community Center Estes Valley Quilt Guild – Estes Valley Library April 4 First Friday w/Megan Hutto – Salto Coffee Works “Ghosts of the West” Screening & History Talk – Georgetown Community Center

April 4-May 11 “Family Album: My Wild Brothers and Sisters” Exhibit – Art Center of Estes Park Gallery April 5-6 Silver Plume Melodrama Dinner Theatre – George Downing Playhouse

April 6 Heroes Behind the Badge Screening – Backdoor Theater April 7 Movie Matinee: Working Girl – Estes Valley Library Meet Me @ the Museum – Estes Park Museum April 10 Coal Creek Canyon Book Club: “My Story” – Coal Creek Coffee

April 11 Ladies No. 1 Literary Society – Old Gallery April 12 Connecting to Collections w/Dana Echohawk – Estes Park Museum

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Stanley Film Festival returns bigger, creepier

According to Festival Director Britta Erickson, having a horBy Jeffrey V. Smith ror film festival was an idea devised by John Cullen, owner of ESTES PARK t’s back. The Stanley Film Festival will again celebrate the the Grand Heritage Hotel Group which owns The Stanley Hotel. best of independent horror cinema, April 24-27, at the Stanley He approached the Colorado Film Commission for help and was Hotel, the infamously haunted and historic inspiration for Ste- partnered with folks from the Denver Film Society. This year, the group is a full partner in the event. phen King’s The Shining.

“After last year… we felt like it was just Presenting emerging something we needed to get more involved artists and established luin,” Erickson said. “Knowing this was gominaries within the genre, ing to work and with our organization havthe four-day event feaing the infrastructure to move this forward, tures live shows, installawe partnered with John Cullin and the tions, industry panels, the Stanley. We’re very excited to be working “Stanley Dean’s Cup” stuon it. We love coming up here. Estes is so dent film competition, and beautiful and the hotel is obviously amaz“spooky secrets within a ing. It’s a unique partfrightening, yet elegant atnership. Most festivals mosphere.” It’s a true hormight use a hotel to put ror summit for filmmakers up guests or host a panand fans alike.

A Zombie Walk was held at the inauel, but there is no other “Every horror fan is fa- gural Stanley Film Festival, above. Q&A festival that is specially miliar with this setting, and sessions with filmmakers—like the one fully housed around the every horror filmmaker is held at the festival’s kick-off event feaidea of the hotel.” a horror fan,” Festival Pro- turing an advance screening of Oculus— It’s the hotel that regrammer Landon Zakheim will also be part of the main event. ally helps the event set Top photo by Jeffrey V. Smith said. “The reason why this itself apart and become festival has so much potential within the horror film community is because everybody is al- a fully immersive experience. “We obviously, first and foremost, ready excited to come, and probably wants to come here at some should be showing the best in horror, that’s the mission of the point in life, so why not create a situation where they can come festival. We are a film festival, and that’s always going to be the here with films that they love and they can all come together.”

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April 12-26 “17th Annual Student Expressions” Exhibit – Cultural Arts Council of Estes Park

April 14 Movie Matinee: “Ripped Off-Madoff and the Scamming of America” – Estes Valley Library April 17 Stitchers Get-Together – Gilpin Recreation Center April 19 Ned Knits – Nederland Community Library “The Great Santini” Screening – Gilpin County Library PHOTOJam – Lyons Cinema & Photography Arts Center April 24 Estes Park Area Weavers Guild – Estes Valley Library April 24-27 Stanley Film Festival – Stanley Hotel, Reel Mountain Theater, Historic Park Theater

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By Jennifer Pund FRONT RANGE The art of using needle and thread to join two or more layers of material has been around for millennium, and the satisfaction of creating a quilt, be it the first or one of many, never ages.

Many quilters begin for different reasons, such as a way to express an artistic voice or just something to do to pass the time. As Tracey Barber, owner of Lyons Quilting Store found, quilting can be therapeutic too. “After our mom died, my sister learned to quilt as therapy and then taught me to quilt. The first quilt I made was a Yellow Brick Road pattern. It took me one day to piece the top but I didn’t layer it to quilt for years,” she said.

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and owner of Dream Stitcher Quilt Studio in Nederland remembers being an avid sewer in grade school and wanting to learn to quilt.

While working as an officer at the Little Rock Air Force Base in 1992, she met a fellow officer who was a quilter. “The next day at lunch, we went to the local fabric store and bought the necessary items,” she said. Within a week’s leave. Humbach completed two twinsize quilts for her son’s Christmas gifts and, with Eleanor Burn’s books for reference, she made two more quilts and “was hooked.”

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most important component of the festival. But, with the site that we have and the curious who want to come here and see what we’re up to, and even the super fans who’ve seen everything we’re going to play, we want to be able to offer something more,” Zakheim said. “We have the platform for it. We know there is a magic to this place that we can heighten for the festival. We know from last year that people want to do that and we can provide those experiences. We have a hard working team that is incredibly creative who want to push themselves.”

The festival is tightly curated and does not accept submissions. “Our program last year and this year and our mission for the future is that our films come from Cannes, Sundance, Toronto, SXSW, Tribeca and Berilin film festivals, all the great festivals that I’m sure local fans can’t get to. We have an opportunity to bring that to the people,” Zakheim said. “A lot of people can’t make it to all of those festivals, but still want to see those films.”

One the biggest changes from last year will be the addition of the Historic Park Theater in downtown Estes Park as a venue. “This year’s festival will permeate the community much more than last year’s did,” Stanley Hotel Manager Ryan Gaterman said. “We want people to be in town, we want them to interact with the town of Estes, especially less than one year out of the flood. It is very important to the Stanley that we are well connected with the town of the Estes Park and the local economy is important.”

The Stanley Film Festival opens, April 24, with a Gala Presentation of an original documentary, Doc of the Dead, directed

by Colorado filmmaker, Alexandre O. Philippe. The film explores the evolution of the zombie genre in film, television and

literature, as well as its impact and influence on pop culture.

“We are thrilled to open this year’s festival with a locally-produced film. The Denver Film Society is excited by the strength of the work we are seeing come out of our home state and we cannot think of a better way to celebrate the iconic status of the Stanley Hotel than with a film produced right here in Colorado,” Erickson said.

In addition to the Opening Night film, the festival also announced it will host a series of events.

Throughout the Festival, “players” of the Horror Immersion Game will use multiple media platforms and game elements to delve deep into a mystery/horror narrative that uses the Stanley Hotel and the festival as a vehicle to “engage its participants in a story that seamlessly exists concurrently with everyday life.”

On Friday evening, Fangoria Entertainment and ShockTilYouDrop.com will bring their Dead Right Horror Trivia from Los Angeles to Estes Park. Saturday evening, Glass Eye Pix will present The Stanley edition of Tales From Beyond the Pale with hosts, Larry Fessenden and Glenn McQuaid, featuring two new tales performed at the Historic Park Theater by special guests with films at the festival.

Additional events include a Murder Mystery Dinner Friday evening, Zombie Crawl Saturday afternoon and a Big Wheel Death Race on Sunday, all at the Stanley Hotel.

“We are… ecstatic to unveil some of the atmospheric and interactive special events that will immerse our guests completely in the horror experience” Zakheim said. “The entire weekend is designed to work as one big dark carnival.”

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Melodrama dinner returns to Silver Plume SILVER PLUME The 37th Annual George Downing Original Musical Melodrama, “Sing for you Supper,” with dinner at the Big Town Hall in Silver Plume runs Saturday and Sunday evenings April 12 through May 11. Dinner is complete with a salad and sandwich bar, ice cream sundaes, brownies, coffee and lemonade.

According to Downing, this year’s melodrama “concerns three restaurant owners vying for business and publicity through a music contest. Each has enlisted the services

of a musical group to this end.” He calls it a “melodious drama in reality.” The melodrama runs April 12-13, April 2627, May 3-4 and May 10-11. Seating is limited. Reservations can be made by calling 303-569-2023 in the late afternoon or early evening.

On performance days, doors open at 6 p.m. on Saturdays and 5 p.m. on Sundays. Adults are $30, kids are $15 and seniors pay $25 on Sundays.

Call 303 569 2023 for reservations or visit www.silverplumemelodrama.org for more information.

Museum events encourage curiosity in history ESTES PARK Learn more about Estes Park’s past at a pair of Estes Park Museum events in April. The museum presents Meet Me @ The Museum, April 7, from 1-2 p.m. and Connecting to Collections with Dana Echohawk, April 12, from 3-4 p.m.

Meet Me @ The Museum events, which take place on the first Monday of every month, encourages everyone to be curious about the history of sites, events, and “those who came before us.”

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Both events include free admission and no reservations are necessary. The museum, 200 Fourth Street, presents exhibits and programs detailing the Estes Park area’s history from the Ice Age to today.

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Quilters found all over high country No matter the reasons for wanting to learn to quilt, Barber and Humbach agree the beginning quilter should take a class from a store, friend or relative to learn the tips and tricks of piecing a quilt together.

“A foundation in the fundamentals will save hours of frustration and produce the quilts you envision. I also advise joining a quilt guild or other group for companionship and feedback on your work. Quilters are extremely supportive and love to share their knowledge.” Humbach said.

Barber, a member of the Longmont Quilt Guild agrees, “it is an amazing group and every month there is a speaker to keep members motivated and informed.”

There are a number of quilt groups in the foothills, like the Quirky Quilters that can be found at the Nederland Library and Coal Creek Quilters who meet at the Coal Creek Coffee Shop. Gilpin Community Center also hosts the Stitchers Get Together every first and third Thursday of the month.

The Hilltop Guild in Allenspark offers the opportunity to purchase a handmade quilt at its annul Festival and Bazaar, held on Aug. 2. The Trail Ridge Quilters in Estes Park also hold a summer and winter holiday sale to give shoppers the thrill of giving or receiving a handmade quilt as a gift.

Quilting and charity work seem to go hand-in-hand, as quilts represent a gift of caring, comfort, warmth and support.

After the devastating flood last year, the Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum in Golden jumped to action asking for donations. Us-

Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum Board President Cindy Harp, top right, and Karen Roxburgh, top left, donate quilts for flood victims to Tracey Barber of Lyons Quilting Store.

ing their collective skills to help the victims piece their lives back, quilters from Maine to Alaska, and all states in between, answered the call and surpassed the museum’s goal of 500 handmade quilts.

About 90 quilts were given to Coal Creek and Clear Creek Canyon area residents who were victims of the ravaging flood waters.

Rosie LaComb, an avid quilter had given away her share of quilts, so when the volunteers “showed up with that quilt, it almost made me cry,” she said.

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sign patterns, teach classes, make quilting videos and write quilting articles as well as use her longarm skills for hire.

Gilpin County quilter Dana Jones also spent time working as Editor of Quilters Newsletter. Before moving west, Jones worked as an editor and writer for newspapers and national women’s magazines and has been drawing and painting since the late 1970s and making quilts and fiber art for more than 10 years.

Jones served as artist in residence at the Gilpin Country Public Library during the summer of 2012 and was among the organizers of the first Gilpin County Arts Studio Tours in 2012 and 2013. Having taught color and design at quilt shops in New York and Colorado, Jones introduces adults and children to the various aspects of quilt art, fabric painting and color.

Beginners and busy professionals may need to create a scheduled time or join a class to stay active with the craft and find time to quilt. “Now, that I own the [Lyons Quilting Store], I don’t have a lot of time to quilt. I tend to get more done if I schedule some time with friends, which I try to do once a week,” Barber explained.

Humbach usually finds time to quilt when she is camping with her family in the summer and fall. “I have a small sewing machine and sew either in the fifth wheel or outside. I have a friend that swears by sewing 15 minutes everyday, I may have to start doing that,” she added.

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April 26 “Shake your Buddha!” Show & Potluck – Corner Studios April 26-27 Silver Plume Melodrama Dinner Theatre – George Downing Playhouse

April 27 Photo Preservation Drop-In Hours – Estes Park Museum WEEKLY ARTS Monday NAS Movie Matinee – Backdoor Theater Stitch ‘n Rippers Quilters – New Covenant Church Swing Dancing Lessons – Appenzell Inn Tuesday Beginner Clay – Gilpin County Community Center Wednesday Sculpting in Clay – Gilpin County Community Center Art Group – Old Gallery Nederland Seniors Art & Painting – Location: 303258-9392

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is a need,” said President of the Board of the Museum Cindy Harp. “When I make a quilt, I’m always thinking of the person I’m making it for, including well wishes, and hoping this will help them feel better.”

Barber had opened the Lyons Quilting Store just six weeks before the floods hit.

After the flood waters damaged Lyons, the store received 250 donated quilts from the Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum.

Barber remembers the tears and stories she heard, “that they lost a quilt their parents had made, or their grandma had,” she said.

Word spread to residents who came to pick up a new quilt—and leave with a “sense of hominess,” something the floods couldn’t take away.

Across the Peak to Peak region, there are many stores and experts to consult if starting out or looking to improve skills and techniques. Stop in The Quilted Purl in Georgetown for fabrics and notions or the Cottage Bliss in Estes Park for Rocky Mountain-theme fabrics and kits. Lyons Quilt Store is the place to shop for quilters that enjoy using batik fabrics. “We carry the best ones because they are my favorite,” Barber said.

“Quilting is a fun hobby that anyone can pick up,” Barber explained. “A lot of people think that they can’t do it because they don’t have the time or they aren’t “crafty” enough.

It is fun to see these people suddenly decide to pick it up and end up taking off with it.”

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Friday Movie – Backdoor Theater Movie Night – Lyons Cinema & Photography Arts Center Saturday Movie – Backdoor Theater

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Gypsy Wagon – Alpine Restaurant & Bar (GT) Nolan McInnis Band – Rock Inn (EP) DJ Bedz – Ameristar Casino (BH) First Wednesday Music Club – Oskar Blues (LY) April 5 Weston Smith – Stage Stop (RV) Jack Yoder – Troia’s Café & Marketplace (GT) Boo Daddy – Loveland Ski Area (GT) Captain Quirk and Cosmic Cowboys – Pioneer Inn (NED) Halden Wofford and the Hi*Beams – Jamestown Mercantile (JT)

Meraki – Stone Cup/Rise & Shine Bistro (LY) DJ Bedz – Ameristar Casino (BH) April 6 Caribou Mountain Collective – Very Nice Brewing (NED) Jim Stahlhut – Troia’s Café & Marketplace (GT) Dave Greenwald – Lewis Sweet Shop (EM) Fiddling Star – Stone Cup/Rise & Sine Bistro (LY) Giddyup Kitty – Oskar Blues (LY) Hsing-ay Hsu – Concert Hall @ Stanley Hotel April 9 Gary Jorgensen and Claudia Cupp – Troia’s Café & Marketplace (GT)

April 10 Open Mic Night – Very Nice Brewing (NED) Billy Shaddox – Jamestown Mercantile (JT)

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Charlie’s brings non-casino bar back to Central City

and fall street festivals and plans are already in the works to utiBy Jeffrey V. Smith lize the stage, which will be one of only a few in Gilpin County.

CENTRAL CITY oon residents and non-gamblers will once again have a To start, Charlie’s hopes to host a live band on one weekplace in Central City to “drink a long-neck and shoot a game end night and a DJ on the other. The mirrored surfaces of the of pool” free from the chaos of gambling. Like the town’s ceilings and walls, combined with the glass chandeliers, create a perfect playground for a brand new watering holes prior to legalized gambling, laser system and stage lights which will Charlie’s hopes to become a regular stop for help transform the room into a live music local bands, and a place for locals and nonvenue. “There really is nothing like this gamers to enjoy a bar atmosphere outside around,” says General Manager Greg Wilof a casino. son, “It’s a totally different atmosphere, Charlie’s, 118 Main Street, has received it’s more eclectic.” all of its operating permits, including a liquor Wilson is no stranger to Central City license, and hopes to open as soon as poshaving spent 25 years managing casinos sible. Full-time hours are expected by May. in the town and more recently, purchas The bar makes its home in a portion of the ing Annie Oaklie’s Emporium. “I love Dostal Block building on Central City’s histhis town, I really do,’ he said. “I spent so toric Main Street that was once Papones Palmany years as General Manager in many ace Casino and, from 2011 until earlier this of these casinos. When Doc Holiday’s year, the Crystal Palace Casino. The mirrored closed, I wanted to do something different walls and massive crystal chandeliers reflect for the locals.” the building’s past, but a bar atmosphere Wilson is also catering to visitors not inand new stage, lights and sound system will terested in gaming, but who want to spend serve as a destination for non-gamers and a time in the historic town. With a fullnew venue for local acts to play. The historic length sand shuffleboard, two pool tables, building was originally built by Joseph O. Charlie’s will keep much of the foosball table and a full bar serving mixed Dostal in 1874 as a meat market and through decor from previous occupants. drinks and select beers, Charlie’s will cathe years has housed a bakery, jeweler, pool Photo by Jeffrey V. Smith ter to a clientele the casinos don’t serve. hall and museum among other businesses.

The venue, which can accommodate about 133 people, oc- “Not everyone wants to gamble, before gaming there used to cupies the building’s first floor in the middle of Main Street. This be other places to go,” Wilson explained. “Charlie and I want makes it an ideal second stage for several of the town’s summer Continued on page 22

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Season finale show includes popular Colorado acoustic artists LYONS High Street Concerts in Lyons presents Mollie O’Brien and Rich Moore with Eric Thorin with special guests Bella Betts and Steve Szymanski at its 11th season finale show, April 19, at Rogers Hall in Lyons.

Grammy Award winner Mollie O’Brien became known to the rest of the world as a singer’s singer when, in 1988, she and her brother Tim released the first of three critically acclaimed albums for Sugar Hill Records. Eventually, Mollie recorded five equally well-received solo albums. Additionally, she was a regular on the nationally syndicated radio show A Prairie Home Companion from 2001 through 2005.

O’Brien has long been known as a singer who doesn’t recognize musical boundaries, and audiences love her fluid ability to make herself at home in any genre while never sacrificing the essence of the song she tackles. She has primarily focused her efforts on the fading art of interpretation and the end result is a singer at the very top of her game who is not afraid to take risks both vocally and in the material she chooses.

Husband Rich Moore has busied him- Lyons-based arranger and renowned bassself in the Colorado music scene for ist Eric Thorin, who will also be performmany years. While staying home with ing with Mollie and Rich at the show. the kids when Mollie and Tim toured, he Bella Betts opens the show. The young, multi-instrumenheld a day job and talist and singercontinued to persongwriter is no form locally with a stranger to Lyvariety of Colorado ons. At 12 years favorites, includof age, she’s ing Pete Wernick been a regular at and Celeste Krenz. the RockyGrass Not only is Moore Academy and known to produce Song School. some of the funniShe’ll be perest onstage running forming with commentary, he’s Steve Szymansalso a powerhouse ki, who produced guitar player who her record, Lights can keep up with Around a Curve.

O’Brien’s twists Bella Betts has and turns from performed with blues to traditional Rich Moore and Mollie O’Brien Amos Lee on the folk to jazz to rock and roll. He creates a band with just his main stage at Folks Fest and Langhorne guitar and, as a result, theirs is an equal Slim at the Bluebird theater in Denver and the Fox Theater in Boulder, and has sat partnership.

In their new 2014 release, Love Runner, in with Aoife O’Donovan, David Grier, their second studio recording as a duo, Mol- and Chris Thile as well as played on the lie O’Brien and Rich Moore have mined Woodsongs Radio Hour. the American songbook while adding three The concert begins at 8 p.m. in Rogers original tracks of their own. Produced by Hall, 4th and High Streets in Lyons. Tickets are $15 advance and $17 day of show.

They are available now online at the High Street Concerts website or at the Stone Cup in Lyons.

Visit www.mollieobrien.com and www.bellabetts.com to learn more about the artists or www.highstreetconcerts.com to purchase tickets or for more information about the show.

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Locally-based fusion bands partner for free Stage Stop show ROLLINSVILLE Rollinsville-based Malai Llama and Nederland-based Smooth Money Gesture join forces for a free show at the Stage Stop in Rollinsville, April 12. A free shuttle will run from Nederland and the bands are encourging attendees to wear their “best animal shirt.”

The Malai Llama is a five-piece instrumental band combining genres like jazz, rock, and electronica in a psychedelic fusion. Each show is heightened by the energy and passion they pour into their music. The Malai Llama push musical boundaries by mixing the real energy of instrumentation with the electronic exploration of synthesizers, turntables and samples in dynamic song structures.

Smooth Money Gesture’s sound is rooted in rock with elements of funk, bluegrass, metal, and electronica producing an original jam-based, highenergy psychedelic creation. With a variety of musical influences feeding the improvisational groove, and the majority of members contributing vocals and to songwriting, Smooth Money Gesture takes one on an adrenaline rich celebratory journey that never runs out of fuel.

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Winter Park season ends with free concerts, Easter Egg Hunt WINTER PARK Winter Park Resort celebrates the end of a spectacular ski season with Springtopia, a month-long celebration culminating with two free concerts on closing weekend, April 19-20.

Big Head Todd and the Monsters, touring in support of its new album Black Beehive, play at the base of Winter Park on Saturday, April 19 beginning at 3:30 p.m.

While admission to the concert is free, 125

VIP tickets are available for $50, which allows access to a special viewing section, two free drinks, appetizers, free concert Tshirt and a chance to meet the band.

On Sunday, April 20, the fun continues with a massive day of activities starting with the annual Easter Egg Hunt in the Village at Winter Park and Wells Fargo Golden Bunny race before the “often imitated, never duplicated” Coca-Cola Spring Splash contest starts at noon. The

day concludes with another free concert, as Dumpstaphunk takes the stage at 3 p.m. to celebrate the official end of Winter Park’s successful “Season of the Seven.”

For more information on Winter Park Resort’s Springtopia and surrounding offers, visit: www.winterparkresort.com/ Springtopia. For more information on Colorado’s own Big Head Todd and the Monsters, and to hear its new song “Josephina,” visit www.bigheadtodd.com.

Jazz man considered Colorado musical icon

Willie Bean Bluegrass

Bluegrass band’s music includes ‘unexpected’ FRONT RANGE Willie Bean Bluegrass is a Colorado band “whose hearts lie in Gospel, traditional bluegrass, and the somewhat unexpected with a touch of soul,” including influences from Bill Monroe, Larry Sparks, Tim O’Brien and Charles Sawetelle.

Catch the band at the Windy Saddle in Golden, April 4; Twisted Pine Brewery in Boulder, April 19; Larry’s Guitars in Longmont, April 24; and the Stage Stop in Rollinsville, April 25.

Members of the Longmont-based band include Alan Begley on lead vocals, guitar and mandolin; Warren Kennison on mandolin and banjo; and John Ware on fiddle.

PEAK TO PEAK George Nelson is more than a soulful master. He is an icon. With nearly 40 years of performing, he has lived, played and sung through a remarkable period of musical history. His masterful playing and soulful rendition have broad appeal.

The George Nelson Band plays the Pioneer Inn in Nederland, April 12, and the Stage Stop in Rollinsville, April 26.

The band creates a mix of jazz and soul with a varied repertoire to suit dancers, listeners, and jazz fans. It features George Nelson on piano, Eric Erhardt on tenor sax and clarinet, Greg Simon on trumpet, Thom Sandrock on bass and William Garrison on percussion.

For more information about the band, visit www.georgenelsonband.com.

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Psycodillo plays ‘good vibes music’ at weekly gig

James & the Devil

‘Fiddle rock’ band visits high country venues ESTES PARK Formed in Denver, James & The Devil performs its own brand of music, best described as rocky mountain fiddle rock.

Rhythm guitarist and lyricist, Jim Campbell, brings a unique element, providing a clever assortment of song writing and rapidly delivering intense vocal performances.

The band plays the Rock Inn in Estes Park, where they are a local favorite, April 11; Ullrs Tavern in Winter Park, April 19; the SPOKESBuzz Stage at Mishawaka, where the band expects a “killer show,” May 3; and Conor O’Neil’s for graduation night in Boulder, May 8.

Leading the band on the violin, David Ross, takes a progressive approach to his fiddle-style, drawing from years of traditional experience, and sawing on the strings to whatever genre is thrown his way. Bassist Adam Carpenter holds down the low-end with an extensive background

in music theory. Drummer Matt Stoner keeps the thunder thumping, metal crashing and the people moving. On lead guitar, Brian Knapp adds epic harmonizing shred.

In 2013 the band was named Best “Avante-Pop” Band by Westword and was Herman’s Hideaway’s Best of the West IV contest winners. It has been victors of the “Road to Summer Camp” and “Wakarusa Winter Classic” battles, earning them performance slots at Wakarusa in 2011 and 2014 and Summer Camp in 2012 and 2013.

The band also won the title of “Best Band” in Denver by Colorad Music Buzz in 2011.

James & the Devil has released three studio albums and are about finish its fourth. This spring, the band releases the tentatively titled album, “Checking For Signs Of Life.”

Visit www.jamesandthedevilmusic.com to learn more, listen to the band’s music and see additional tour dates.

Oskar Blues celebrates 17 years in Lyons

LYONS Celebrate the 17th anniversary of Oskar Blues’ original Lyons restaurant, April 19, with live music from Bonnie & the Clydes and Halden Wofford & the Hi*Beams.

Bonnie & the Clydes is a fiery, six-piece country band fronted by Bonnie Sims, one of Colorado’s favorite singer-songwriters.

Sims commands the stage with a natural presence beyond her years. The band, which conjures the sounds of the genre’s legends, brings a brand of swingin’ music that makes it impossible to sit still.

The Hi*Beams’ brand of country music is as “boundless and electrifying as America itself” while being “rootsy and real.” Front man Halden Wofford pours forth a potent mix of rocked-up honky tonk, western swing, Dylanesque originals and spaghetti western epics while the band adds the sounds of steel guitar, double-neck electric guitar, mandolin, upright bass and drums.

Visit www.oskarblues.com, www.bonnieandherclydes.com and www.hibeams. com for more information.

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NEDERLAND Primarily a songwriter, Brad Martin—known as Psychodillo—creates “post-modern music with respect for tradition but an eye towards the future.”

The musician plays the Very Nice Brewing Company in Nederland, Thursdays, April 3, 17 and 24 from 6-8 p.m. and Thursday, April 10, from 5-6 p.m. The act also performs at the Pearl Street Pub in Boulder, April 28.

According to Martin, “the concentration is the song, but adding in impeccable guitar work culminates in a combination guaranteed to put a smile on your face, touch your heart, ignite your imagination, soothe your soul, and get you out of your chair to shake it.”

He calls it “good vibes music for the discerning listener.” It’s a musical gumbo made up of bluegrass, rock, folk, blues, singer-songwriter, psychedelic and more to “spice it up.” Psychodillo acknowledges his music could be called Americana, “but if you don’t like Americana, then it’s definitely not Americana.”

At live performances, Psychodillo’s

songs are “stretched out with improvisation, taking chances, seeing where we end up, providing an opportunity for magic.”

Martin’s primary influences are Neil Young and Jerry Garcia with the Grateful Dead, Santana, Railroad Earth, Leftover Salmon and more. “I think my influences come across in my music, but I have been careful to never attempt to emulate anyone too closely,” he said.

“There is a big difference between influence and copy. Those that get caught up in emulating others too much may never develop into the person they were born to be.”

The artist released “River Life,” a “mostly bluegrass” album featuring special guests Tim Carbone of Railroad Earth on fiddle and Erik Yates of Hot Buttered Rum on banjo and Dobro, in 2012. Eleven of the tracks are in band form with Martin on guitar, vocals, mandolin and bass with special guests Carbone and Yates. Also included are two tracks with just guitar and vocals.

Visit www.psychodillo.com to learn more and find additional tour dates.

Marley’s son five-time Grammy winner BOULDER Son of legendary Bob Marley, Stephen “Ragga” Marley has worn several hats in the music industry including producer, songwriter and singer. The five-time Grammy winner returns to Boulder and the Fox Theatre, April 30, with Jamaican artists Wayne Marshall and Joe Mersa Marley.

Stephen’s expansive capabilities as an affecting vocalist, a versatile lyricist and an accomplished instrumentalist were first utilized at age 16 as a singer and musician in the Melody Makers, a band he formed with his siblings Sharon, Cedella and Ziggy. The band eventually changed its name to Ziggy Marley and the Music Makers.

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with Erykah Badu and others, but has spent most of his music career behind the scenes producing projects for other family members, as well as the critically-acclaimed “Chant Down Babylon,” which paired his father with hip-hop stars such as Guru and Lauryn Hill “Revelation Part 1: The Root of Life,” the second studio album by Stephen, won a Grammy Award in 2012 for Best Reggae Album.

Visit www.foxtheatre. com or www.stephenmarleymusic.com for information.

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Living Association, Colorado State University Environmental Learning Center, Earth Guardians, and the CU Environmental Center.

This year’s 19 participating breweries are: Asher Brewing Company, Aspen Brewing Company, Avery Brewing Company, Boulder Beer Company, Breckenridge Brewery, Bristol Brewing Company, Dillon DAM Brewery, The Fort Collins Brewery, Left Hand Brewing Company, New Belgium Brewing Co., New Planet Beer Company, Odell Brewing Company, Oskar Blues Brewery, Prost Brewing, Shine Brewing Co, Ska Brewing, Twisted Pine Brewery, Upslope Brewing Company and West Flanders Brewing Company.

The benefi t is a zero-waste and carbonneutral event. People are encouraged to walk, bike, or bus to the event. Doors open and beer tasting starts at 8 p.m., and the opening band starts up at 8:30 p.m.

The event ends at 1 a.m.

Admission costs $23 plus service fees.

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BOULDER The 22nd annual Microbreweries for the Environment benefi t takes place Friday, April 25, at the Boulder Theater.

Since 1993, the annual benefi t has raised nearly $160,000 for local environmental causes.

Colorado microbreweries serve their best beers for only $2 a pint all night. Admission includes a commemorative pint glass sponsored by Bottles. Participants can also opt to purchase a sampler glass for $12 to partake in unlimited samplesize tastings.

The event also features two high energy Colorado-based bands. Euforquestra is the evening’s featured entertainment and will get the crowd moving. For over a decade the band has been igniting dance fl oors across the country, blending the roots of funk, soul, afrobeat, reggae and dub.

The Drunken Hearts kick off the evening with its Americana jam music. The band is by its own reckoning a deeply Colorado band and its sound is evidence the six-piece act comes from the high country.

The proceeds from this year’s benefi t will further the environmental initiatives of fi ve local non-profi t organizations: Urbiculture Community Farms, Sustainable

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to provide an outlet for those that don’t want to gamble, but are still looking to have some fun in Central City.”

Charlie’s is currently seeking bands and local musicians to perform on the newly built stage “We are looking for all different music and bands. Anything from blues, bluegrass, rock or solo acoustic acts can give me a call,” Wilson said. “I know there are a lot of local musicians who would like to play a venue this size, and if it takes off, we will do more music nights.”

Call 720-323-3733 or e-mail Greg Wilson at lgsystems@aol.com with questions or to book an act at Charlie’s.

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The Alcapones Jamestown Mercantile • April 19 Stage Stop, Rollinsville • April 20

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he members of “mountain ska” band The Alcapones are driven by their love for authentic 1960s Jamaican ska, reggae, and rocksteady music. The band recently recorded its debut studio album, Happy, which it released to the world on March 30.

From high energy, foot-stomping ska songs to deep rocksteady grooves and reggae “riddims,” the music is complemented by the jazz stylings of a smooth three-piece horn section, thumping upright bass, bright rhythm guitar, and drums that will continuously inspire listeners to hit the dance floor.

The album is a mix of newschool and old-school ska and rocksteady reggae music, “coming to you fresh from the high Rockies.”

It was recorded at Kodiak Lake Studio in Ward last November. The studio is in the “mystical” setting of what was once the “Mochi House” of Kitaro, a Japanese recording artist, composer, record producer and arranger who is regarded as a pioneer of New Age music.

The album’s art and layout was done by Fatty Jay Designs out of Oakland, California.

The Alcapones are Samwise Goering on alto saxophone and supporting vocals, Johannes Wiig on trombone and supporting vocals, Jakob Edelstein on drums, Clayton Bedell on upright bass and supporting vocals, Shaun Garin on guitar, accordion and vocals. Recording Engineer Andrew Lunsfjord also played keyboard on the album.

Find the band on Facebook at www.facebook.com/TheAlcapones to keep up with their activities and to learn more about the album. Check out the music itself and download the track Hold On for free at The Alcapones’ new Bandcamp page at alcaponesreggae.bandcamp.com.

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Nedfest headliners, ticket sales announced

Friday and Kyle Hollingsworth Band on NEDERLAND Robert Randolph and the Family Band, Saturday. Sunday will offer a “special New Orleans Suspects with members of show specifically for kids” and a Ned kids Little Feat and Jeff Austin and the Here music performance with Annie Savage and Now headline the 16th Annual Ned- in addition to Drew Emmitt Band. The day culminates with a special Fest, August 22three-set performance lead24, according to ing off with Paul Barrere and organizers. Also, Fred Tackett of Little Feat dosingle- and twoing an acoustic duo, next, a day tickets to the set of the New Orleans Susthree-day music pects and ending with a set and arts festival of a “supergroup” featuring in Nederland, are Barrere, Tackett now available, and the members along with threeof New Orleans day passes, on the Suspects. festival’s website.

The event also of Advanced pricfers limited campes are $45 for Friing. If interested, day, $55 for SatRobert Randoph (above) book a space online urday and $50 for and Drew Emmitt perearly.

Sunday. Two-day form at NedFest in 2014.

NedFest is presentpasses for Friday Photos by Jeffrey V. Smith ed by a non-profit and Saturday are $90. Saturday and Sunday two-day passes organization and all proceeds go to local kids’ music education programs. are $95.

Additional acts announced by organiz- Visit www.nedfest.org for more inforers include Billy Nershi’s Blue Planet on mation and updates to the schedule.

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April 11 Roger Ball – Troia’s Café & Marketplace (GT) Mark’s Midnight Carnival Show – Pioneer Inn (NED) James & the Devil – Rock Inn (EP) Cowboy Dave – Oskar Blues (LY) Margarita Brothers – Ameristar Casino (BH) April 12 Malai Llama – Stage Stop (RV) Jim Stahlhut – Troia’s Café & Marketplace (GT) Andrew Wynne – Alpine Restaurant & Bar (GT) George Nelson Band – Pioneer Inn (NED) Parkin’ Lot – Jamestown Mercantile (JT) Wild Road Band – Oskar Blues (LY) James Faulk – Stone Cup/Rise & Sine Bistro (LY) Paul Cataldo – Rock Inn (EP) Margarita Brothers – Ameristar Casino (BH) April 13 Jack Yoder – Troia’s Café & Marketplace (GT) Bonnie & the Bluegrass Clydes – Oskar Blues (LY) Peggy Lyon & Gregory Dufford – Concert Hall @ Stanley Hotel April 15 Full Moon Meditation – The StarHouse April 16 Ralph Nichols – Troia’s Café & Marketplace (GT) Tribute Night – Oskar Blues (LY) April 17 West of Blues – Pioneer Inn (NED) Psychodillo – Very Nice Brewing (NED) Paul DeHaven and the Changing Colors – Jamestown Mercantile (JT)

April 18 The Railsplitters – Stage Stop (RV) Jim Stahlhut – Troia’s Café & Marketplace (GT) Fid & Friends – Alpine Restaurant & Bar (GT) Esther Sparks and the Whiskey Remedy – Pioneer Inn (NED) The Fab 4 – Ameristar Casino (BH) Chain Station – Oskar Blues (LY) April 19 Caribou Mountain Collective w/Guest – Stage Stop (RV) 17th Anniversary Party w/Bonnie & The Clydes, Halden Wofford & the Hi*Beams – Oskar Blues (LY) Roger Ball – Troia’s Café & Marketplace (GT) Rebel Tongue – Loveland Ski Area (GT) Rachel and the Ruckus – Pioneer Inn (NED)

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Acoustic festival releases 2014 line-up

IDAHO SPRINGS Clear Creek RapidGrass, a nonprofit, locally grown, locally supported music festival to showcase acoustic talent including games, food, contests and vendors, has announced its 2014 line-up and workshop teachers. Tickets are on sale now.

This year’s event, held June 27-28 at the Shelly/Quinn Baseball Fields, 101 Idaho Springs Road East in Idaho Springs, features top local and nationally-touring acoustic talent.

On the festival’s first day, Monocle, Steel Pennies, Kyle James Hauser, Blue Canyon Boys, Gypsy Cattle Drive, Trout Steak Revival, Mountain Heart and Robin Davis Unit are featured.

Performers on Saturday include Credibility Gap, Chris Thompson & Coral Creek, Ross Martin & Grant Gordy, David Grier, Jayme Stone & The Air, Eli West & Cahaelen Morrison, Finnders & Youngberg, RapidGrass Quintet, Matt Flinner Trio, Head For The Hills and Jon Stickley Trio.

Additionally, the festival hosts instrumental workshops throughout the

day featuring Martin, Flinner, Coleman Smith, Gordy, Kyle James Hauser, Stone, Eric Thorin and Anthony Hannigan as instructors.

“With the last three years under our belts, we’ve added a lot of fun new features as well as brought together some amazing talent,” organizers said. “We’re also proud to say that the profits from last years festival will go to one lucky high school student to help financially support their musical dreams.”

A two-day pass to the event costs $30.

While single-day Friday tickets are $15 and single-day Saturday tickets are $25.

To do a workshop only, it costs $50. VIP tickets are also available that include a two-day pass and a four-hour workshop with lunch provided.

Clear Creek RapidGrass is always looking for volunteers and vendors. Anyone interested in helping out should contact festival staff at 303-519-2492 or by e-mail at clearcreekrapidgrass@gmail.com. Visit www.ticketfly.com/purchase/event/ 538847/tfly to purchase tickets or www. clearcreekrapidgrass.com to learn more.

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The Alcapones – Jamestown Mercantile (JT) Rebel Tongue – Loveland Ski Area (GT) Denny Driscoll – Stone Cup/Rise & Sine Bistro (LY) Mollie O’Brien and Rich Moore w/Eric Thorin – Rogers Hall (LY)

Peak to Peak Concerts No. 7 w/ Betsy Skinner and Margie Patterson – Shepherd of the Mountains Lutheran Church (EP) John & Bill McKay – Rock Inn (EP) The Fab 4 – Ameristar Casino (BH) April 20 Spring Street Block Party w/Powerlung Rangers – 470 Spring St. (NED)

4:20 Luau Pig Roast w/The Alcapones, more – Stage Stop (RV) Sweetwater String Band – Oskar Blues (LY) April 23 Jim Stahlhut – Troia’s Café & Marketplace (GT) April 24 Psychodillo – Very Nice Brewing (NED) Decker – Jamestown Mercantile (JT) April 25 Willie Bean Bluegrass – Stage Stop (RV) The Zimmermans – Pioneer Inn (NED) Gary Jorgensen and Claudia Cupp – Alpine Restaurant (GT) Lionel Young Band – Oskar Blues (LY) Chain Station – Rock Inn (EP) Open Mic NIght – Old Gallery DJ Donovan – Ameristar Casino (BH) April 26 George Nelson Band – Stage Stop (RV) Warren Floydd – Troia’s Café & Marketplace (GT) David Booker – Alpine Restaurant & Bar (GT) Rapidgrass – Loveland Ski Area (GT) Papa Juke – Pioneer Inn (NED) The Sweet Lillies – Jamestown Mercantile (JT) Blue Canyon Boys – Oskar Blues (LY) James Faulk – Stone Cup/Rise & Shine Bistro (LY) Lori Flynn – Rock Inn (EP) Foghat – Reserve Casino (CC) DJ Donovan – Ameristar Casino (BH) April 27 Caribou Mountain Collective – Very Nice Brewing (NED) Sarah Caton – Stone Cup/Rise & Shine Bistro (LY) April 28 Dikki Du & the Zydeco Krewe – Oskar Blues (LY)

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April 30 Jim Stahlhut – Troia’s Café & Marketplace (GT) May 3 Sarah Caton & Mark Risius – Rock Inn (EP) Shakin’ at the Basin Concert Series w/Euforquestra –

Resort (EP)

Friday Open Mic – Flipper McGills (IS) Live Music – Monarch Casino (BH) Local’s Night Out w/Dick Orleans and Diane Jean – Sweet

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Basilico (EP)

May 4 9th Annual Red Ball Beach Bash – Arapahoe Basin (GT) WEEKY MUSIC Sunday Open Bluegrass Pick – Salto Coffee Works (NED) Grumpy Jam – Alpine Restaurant & Bar (GT) Live Music – Monarch Casino (BH) Brunch w/Amanda Valley – Estes Park Resort (EP) Monday Karaoke – Flipper McGills (IS) Open Jovie (Open Mic Jimtown Style) – Jamestown Mercantile (JT)

Live Music – Lady Luck Casino (BH) Dick Orleans – The View @ Historic Crags (EP) Tuesday Live Music – Lady Luck Casino (BH) Celtic Music Class – Gilpin Community Center (BH) Open Mic – Pioneer Inn (NED) Dick Orleans – The View @ Historic Crags (EP) Bluegrass Pick – Oskar Blues (LY) Wednesday Blues Jam – Pioneer Inn (NED) Karaoke – West Winds Tavern (IS) Live Music – Lady Luck Casino (BH) Open Mic Night – Outlaw Saloon (LY) Brown Bag Lunch Jam – Highland Music (EP) Open Mic w/Justin Faye – Lonigans (EP) Dennis-Tobias Band – The View @ Historic Crags (EP) Thursday Bluegrass Pick – First Street Pub (NED) Jazz Night – Wild Mountain Smokehouse (NED) Karaoke – 1860 Tavern (EM) Dance Party w/Arthur Lee Land & gogoLab – Ferg’s Inn (LY) Open Mic: Taylor Radio + Potluck – Spirit Hound Distillery (LY) Open Mic Night – The Tributary at 244 (IS) Open Bluegrass Jam – Rock Inn (EP) Jerry Barlow – The View @ Historic Crags (EP) Ladies Nights w/Live Band – Waterfront Grille @ Estes Park

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Dennis-Tobias Band – Cheesy Lee’s Pizza (EP) Ray Young – Nicky’s Restaurant (EP) James Davis – Twin Owls Steakhouse (EP) Karaoke – Lonigans Saloon (EP) Live Music – Estes Park Resort (EP) Saturday Drop In Family Pick w/Blackdog – Stage Stop (RV) Tacos ‘n’ Tunes – Blue Owl Books (NED) Live Music – Monarch Casino (BH) Open Pick – Millsite Inn (WD) Karaoke – Lonigans Saloon (EP) Ray Young – Nicky’s Restaurant (EP) Dennis-Tobias Band – Cheesy Lee’s Pizza (EP) AP = Allenspark BH = Black Hawk CC = Central City CCC= Coal Creek Canyon EM = Empire EP = Estes Park GGC = Golden Gate Canyon GH = Gold Hill GT = Georgetown IS = Idaho Springs JT = Jamestown LY = Lyons NED = Nederland RV = Rollinsvile WD = Ward

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