When I initially heard that an art gallery was moving into the newly vacated Basalt Town Center Booksellers (may the business rest in peace), the first words out of my mouth were dubious: “Great. That’s just what Basalt needs—another art gallery.” Then I heard that the... Comments: 0
Posted 06/30/09 @ 06:19 PM
We have all heard over the years that sunscreen is a must. Especially now with our depleted ozone and harsher climate. When I say that sun screen should be an essential part of your morning beauty routine I speak not only for the experts but from personal experience as well. Having fair skin I... Comments: 0
Posted 06/12/09 @ 03:28 PM
The art in my home is comprised of castoffs from my parents collection, things I’ve picked up at flea markets, a few photographs taken by friends hoping to make it big and a couple of works my husband and I bought for each other as anniversary gifts (the most we ever spent was on a large... Comments: 0
Posted 04/24/09 @ 02:55 PM
Scandal Aspen, Part IThe shooting of Spider Sabich, the escape of Ted Bundy and the heart attack of Ken Lay head the long list of the Valley’s infamous scandals. |
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Scandal Aspen, Part IISex, Drugs, Dynamite, Cat Fights, Black Widows, Suicide and The Kennedy Curse |
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Scandal Aspen III: The Financial ScandalsWhere there is lots of money, there are always lots of financial scandals. And so it has been in Aspen, including bank robberies, the Peak House hustles, Don Johnson's lawsuits, Madoff's list, and... |
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Higher GroundFrom the top of Independence Pass to the Maroon Bells to right out your front door, everything is fair game for Aspen day hikes. Here are some local favorites, whether you’re doing it for the... |
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When it Was AspenIn the years following World War II, the soul of modern Aspen was forged in a running battle between tradition, high culture, low commerce and an antic spirit. The battle raged through the ’50s... |
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Local MotionWhat better way to kick off summer than by combining two distinctly Aspen passions: fashion and ballet. Aspen Santa Fe Ballet dancers Emily Proctor and Stephen Straub lend their athleticism and... |
The Ladies of AspenFor more than 25 years, Les Dames d’Aspen has carried on the longtime local tradition of great women supporting the valley’s arts. |
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The Macallan', the Masters of Spirit and Wood Tasting |
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Jay Cowan's Book SigningAspen Sojourner’s Editor in Chief Jay Cowan held an Aspen Book Store-sponsored book signing at The Little Nell for his new book “Hunter S. Thompson: An Insider’s View of Deranged, Depraved,... |
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Shining Stars Foundation - Winter 2009This winter the Shining Stars Foundation hosted a weeklong getaway for children with life-threatening illnesses, which culminated with a fund-raiser and awards ceremony at the St. Regis. |
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Roundup River RanchGuests were invited to an après ski wine tasting party to learn about Roundup River Ranch, a provisional member of the Association of Hole in the Wall Camps founded by Paul Newman. The camp will... |
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Aspen One WatchKick off party for Aspen One Watch at the St. Regis. |
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Aspen Film's Shortsfest 2009Aspen Sojourner hosted a luncheon for Aspen Film and the filmmakers of Shortsfest at the beautiful Top of Mill home developed by KC & Toni Knudson of Knudson Development Company. The luncheon... |
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Fourth Annual Carbondale Aspen Glen Rotary Club River Bridge Golf TournamentA benefit for the River Bridge Childhelp Center held Saturday May 10, 2009 |
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Aspen’s Secret SoundtrackLook and listen hard enough, and all sorts of things line up in Aspen. |
Cultural organizations are not insulated from the economic downturn.
Hallam Lake at the Aspen Center for Environmental Studies.
Three world-class magicians appear in one small valley.
New Fiction by Aspen authors.
Nancy M. Mayer. publisher Aspen Sojourner, Lita Heller and guest jewelry designer Carla Morrison
Nancy M. Mayer, publisher; Jack Theimer, CEO HPJ Media and Molly Erker, HPJ Media Director of Publishing
Sam Harvey and Alleghany Meadows
Greg Erwin and Billie Pierce
Mark Cesark, Katie Kiernan and Kris Cox
A benefit for the River Bridge Childhelp Center held Saturday May 10, 2009
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JAS Academy Summer SessionsEvening performances by aspiring jazz musicians at venues around Aspen; Free afternoon performances daily at the Cooper Street Mall stage. Where? For more information: |
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Summer WordsThis writing retreat and literary festival features exceptional authors, editors and musicians. The theme this year is "World of Words." Where? For more information: |
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| 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM |
Burlingame ChairliftBurlingame Chairlift at Snowmass opens for on-mountain hiking, biking and scenic enjoyment. Where? For more information: |
| 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
Skateboard CampSkateboarding Camp presented by Radio Boardshop includes all youth ages all summer long! Where? For more information: |
| 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
Silver Queen GondolaOpen for daily service to the top of Aspen Mountain. Where? For more information: |
| 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM |
Socrates Society Benefit DinnerFeaturing Pulitzer Prize-winning author Thomas L. Friedman. Where? For more information: |
Aspen Festival Orchestra Dress RehearsalsAspen Music Festival 60th Anniversary Season June 25 - August 23 Cost: $15 Where? For more information: |
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Daily Hikes with ACESThe Aspen Center for Environmental Studies offers daily hikes and programs at Maroon Bells, Snowmass, Aspen Mountain, Ashcroft Ghost Town and "Eagles, Hawks and Owls," which offers... Where? For more information: |
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Aspen Mountain ActivitiesThe mountain is open daily with disc golf, a climbing wall, Eurobungy trampoline, obstacle course, silver nugget dig and lots of kids activities and lunch available at The Sundeck. Where? For more information: |
JAS Academy Summer SessionsEvening performances by aspiring jazz musicians at venues around Aspen; Free afternoon performances daily at the Cooper Street Mall stage. Where? For more information: |
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Aspen Ideas FestivalSpeakers from around the world join us for a week-long exploration of the most important ideas and pressing issues we face. Where? For more information: |
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Summer WordsThis writing retreat and literary festival features exceptional authors, editors and musicians. The theme this year is "World of Words." Where? For more information: |
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| 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM |
Burlingame ChairliftBurlingame Chairlift at Snowmass opens for on-mountain hiking, biking and scenic enjoyment. Where? For more information: |
| 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
Skateboard CampSkateboarding Camp presented by Radio Boardshop includes all youth ages all summer long! Where? For more information: |
| 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
Silver Queen GondolaOpen for daily service to the top of Aspen Mountain. Where? For more information: |
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Chamber MusicAspen Music Festival and School presents Chamber Music at Harris Concert Hall or the Benedict Music Tent. Aspen Music Festival and School 60th Anniversary Season June 25 - August 23 Where? For more information: |
Daily Hikes with ACESThe Aspen Center for Environmental Studies offers daily hikes and programs at Maroon Bells, Snowmass, Aspen Mountain, Ashcroft Ghost Town and "Eagles, Hawks and Owls," which offers... Where? For more information: |
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Theatre AspenTheatre Aspen presents a rotation of "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee," "Chapter two," and "A Year with Frog and Toad" at the theatre tent in Rio Grande... Where? For more information: |
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Aspen Mountain ActivitiesThe mountain is open daily with disc golf, a climbing wall, Eurobungy trampoline, obstacle course, silver nugget dig and lots of kids activities and lunch available at The Sundeck. Where? For more information: |
Aspen Ideas FestivalSpeakers from around the world join us for a week-long exploration of the most important ideas and pressing issues we face. Where? For more information: |
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| 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM |
Burlingame ChairliftBurlingame Chairlift at Snowmass opens for on-mountain hiking, biking and scenic enjoyment. Where? For more information: |
| 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
Skateboard CampSkateboarding Camp presented by Radio Boardshop includes all youth ages all summer long! Where? For more information: |
| 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
Silver Queen GondolaOpen for daily service to the top of Aspen Mountain. Where? For more information: |
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American Academy of Conducting OrchestraAspen Music Festival and School presents the American Academy of Conducting Orchestra. Aspen Music Festival and School 60th Anniversary Season June 25 - August 23 Cost: Free Where? For more information: |
| 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM |
Tuesdays with MichaelEnjoy live music, great food and family entertainment on the outdoor deck at the Aspen Club and Spa. Where? For more information: |
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Tuesday Writers GroupAn Aspen Writers’ Foundation read-and-critique forum for writers to share and polish work written prior to the meeting. Free and open to writers of all genres and levels on... Cost: Free Where? For more information: |
Daily Hikes with ACESThe Aspen Center for Environmental Studies offers daily hikes and programs at Maroon Bells, Snowmass, Aspen Mountain, Ashcroft Ghost Town and "Eagles, Hawks and Owls," which offers... Where? For more information: |
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Theatre AspenTheatre Aspen presents a rotation of "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee," "Chapter two," and "A Year with Frog and Toad" at the theatre tent in Rio Grande... Where? For more information: |
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Aspen Mountain ActivitiesThe mountain is open daily with disc golf, a climbing wall, Eurobungy trampoline, obstacle course, silver nugget dig and lots of kids activities and lunch available at The Sundeck. Where? For more information: |
Aspen Ideas FestivalSpeakers from around the world join us for a week-long exploration of the most important ideas and pressing issues we face. Where? For more information: |
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| 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM |
Burlingame ChairliftBurlingame Chairlift at Snowmass opens for on-mountain hiking, biking and scenic enjoyment. Where? For more information: |
| 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
Silver Queen GondolaOpen for daily service to the top of Aspen Mountain. Where? For more information: |
| 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
Skateboard CampSkateboarding Camp presented by Radio Boardshop includes all youth ages all summer long! Where? For more information: |
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High Notes DiscussionsAspen Music Festival 60th Anniversary Season June 25 - August 23 Cost: Free Where? For more information: |
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Heinz R. Pagels Public LecturesCost: Free Where? For more information: |
Daily Hikes with ACESThe Aspen Center for Environmental Studies offers daily hikes and programs at Maroon Bells, Snowmass, Aspen Mountain, Ashcroft Ghost Town and "Eagles, Hawks and Owls," which offers... Where? For more information: |
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Theatre AspenTheatre Aspen presents a rotation of "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee," "Chapter two," and "A Year with Frog and Toad" at the theatre tent in Rio Grande... Where? For more information: |
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Aspen Mountain ActivitiesThe mountain is open daily with disc golf, a climbing wall, Eurobungy trampoline, obstacle course, silver nugget dig and lots of kids activities and lunch available at The Sundeck. Where? For more information: |
Aspen Ideas FestivalSpeakers from around the world join us for a week-long exploration of the most important ideas and pressing issues we face. Where? For more information: |
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| 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM |
Burlingame ChairliftBurlingame Chairlift at Snowmass opens for on-mountain hiking, biking and scenic enjoyment. Where? For more information: |
| 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
Skateboard CampSkateboarding Camp presented by Radio Boardshop includes all youth ages all summer long! Where? For more information: |
| 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
Silver Queen GondolaOpen for daily service to the top of Aspen Mountain. Where? For more information: |
| 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
Aspen Sojourner ArtWalkMore than two dozen galleries participate from 3-7 p.m. the first Thursday of every month. Start at any participating gallery. Call for details, or look for the red balloons in Aspen and Aspen... Where? For more information: |
| 6:15 PM - 8:30 PM |
Snowmass Free Concert SeriesThe Los Angeles Times calls ot "one of the best line-ups of free music in the nation." Cost: Free Where? For more information: |
Aspen Mountain ActivitiesThe mountain is open daily with disc golf, a climbing wall, Eurobungy trampoline, obstacle course, silver nugget dig and lots of kids activities and lunch available at The Sundeck. Where? For more information: |
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Daily Hikes with ACESThe Aspen Center for Environmental Studies offers daily hikes and programs at Maroon Bells, Snowmass, Aspen Mountain, Ashcroft Ghost Town and "Eagles, Hawks and Owls," which offers... Where? For more information: |
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Theatre AspenTheatre Aspen presents a rotation of "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee," "Chapter two," and "A Year with Frog and Toad" at the theatre tent in Rio Grande... Where? For more information: |
Aspen Ideas FestivalSpeakers from around the world join us for a week-long exploration of the most important ideas and pressing issues we face. Where? For more information: |
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| 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM |
Burlingame ChairliftBurlingame Chairlift at Snowmass opens for on-mountain hiking, biking and scenic enjoyment. Where? For more information: |
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Aspen Chamber Symphony Dress RehearsalsAspen Music Festival and School 60th Anniversary Season June 25 - August 23 Cost: $10 Where? For more information: |
| 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
Skateboard CampSkateboarding Camp presented by Radio Boardshop includes all youth ages all summer long! Where? For more information: |
| 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
Silver Queen GondolaOpen for daily service to the top of Aspen Mountain. Where? For more information: |
| 6:00 PM - 12:00 AM |
Boogie's Bash for The Buddies GalaThe annual fundraiser for The Buddy Program includes cocktails, hors d'oeurves, dancing and silent & live auctions. Where? For more information: |
Aspen Mountain ActivitiesThe mountain is open daily with disc golf, a climbing wall, Eurobungy trampoline, obstacle course, silver nugget dig and lots of kids activities and lunch available at The Sundeck. Where? For more information: |
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Daily Hikes with ACESThe Aspen Center for Environmental Studies offers daily hikes and programs at Maroon Bells, Snowmass, Aspen Mountain, Ashcroft Ghost Town and "Eagles, Hawks and Owls," which offers... Where? For more information: |
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Theatre AspenTheatre Aspen presents a rotation of "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee," "Chapter two," and "A Year with Frog and Toad" at the theatre tent in Rio Grande... Where? For more information: |
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| 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
First FridayWalk the streets and enjoy the innovative art of Carbondale exploring galleries, business open houses and special events. The first Friday of every month Where? For more information: |
Aspen Ideas FestivalSpeakers from around the world join us for a week-long exploration of the most important ideas and pressing issues we face. Where? For more information: |
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Aspen's Old-Fashioned Fourth of July CelebrationGuests, locals and visitors come together for a Main Street parade, U.S. Air Force jet flyby, concerts, a kids bicycle rodeo and fireworks over Aspen Mountain. Where? For more information: |
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Snowmass Independance Day CelebrationThe extravaganza includes spectacular fireworks and an outdoor concert. Where? For more information: |
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Aspen Farmers' MarketCome discover delicious fresh fruits and vegetables, crafts and live music at this popular farmers' market. Cost: Free Where? For more information: |
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Boogie's Diner Buddy 5-Mile RaceBegin your Fourth of July celebration by supporting local children in The Buddy Program. Where? For more information: |
| 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM |
Burlingame ChairliftBurlingame Chairlift at Snowmass opens for on-mountain hiking, biking and scenic enjoyment. Where? For more information: |
| 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
Silver Queen GondolaOpen for daily service to the top of Aspen Mountain. Where? For more information: |
| 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
Skateboard CampSkateboarding Camp presented by Radio Boardshop includes all youth ages all summer long! Where? For more information: |
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Glenwood Music & FireworksWhere? For more information: |
Aspen Mountain ActivitiesThe mountain is open daily with disc golf, a climbing wall, Eurobungy trampoline, obstacle course, silver nugget dig and lots of kids activities and lunch available at The Sundeck. Where? For more information: |
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Theatre AspenTheatre Aspen presents a rotation of "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee," "Chapter two," and "A Year with Frog and Toad" at the theatre tent in Rio Grande... Where? For more information: |
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Music on the MountainA lift ticket is required for the gondola, unless you prefer to hike or bike to the top of the mountain. Cost: Free Where? For more information: |
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Daily Hikes with ACESThe Aspen Center for Environmental Studies offers daily hikes and programs at Maroon Bells, Snowmass, Aspen Mountain, Ashcroft Ghost Town and "Eagles, Hawks and Owls," which offers... Where? For more information: |
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| 11:00 PM - 2:00 AM |
Salsa Night at Jimmy'sParty way past midnight to the steamy, tropical beat of Afro-Latino rhythms at Jimmy's - An American Restaurant & Bar every Saturday night. Cost: Free Where? For more information: |