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Art Blog

Insight on artists and Aspen's galleries from those in the know.

Ann Korologos Gallery Opening

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

Beauty Blog

The latest trends in looking good: makeup, hair, clothes and more.

Block that Sun

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

Art Blog

Insight on artists and Aspen's galleries from those in the know.

A Big Decision

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

Summer 2009

Features

Scandal Aspen, Part I

Scandal Aspen, Part I

The 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.

Scandal Aspen, Part II

Scandal Aspen, Part II

Sex, Drugs, Dynamite, Cat Fights, Black Widows, Suicide and The Kennedy Curse

Scandal Aspen III: The Financial Scandals

Scandal Aspen III: The Financial Scandals

Where 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...

Higher Ground

Higher Ground

From 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...

When it Was Aspen

When it Was Aspen

In 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...

Local Motion

Local Motion

What 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...

Departments

The Ladies of Aspen

The Ladies of Aspen

For more than 25 years, Les Dames d’Aspen has carried on the longtime local tradition of great women supporting the valley’s arts.

The Macallan', the Masters of Spirit and Wood Tasting

The Macallan', the Masters of Spirit and Wood Tasting

Jay Cowan's Book Signing

Jay Cowan's Book Signing

Aspen 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,...

Shining Stars Foundation - Winter 2009

Shining Stars Foundation - Winter 2009

This 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.

Roundup River Ranch

Roundup River Ranch

Guests 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...

Aspen One Watch

Aspen One Watch

Kick off party for Aspen One Watch at the St. Regis.

Aspen Film's Shortsfest 2009

Aspen Film's Shortsfest 2009

Aspen 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...

Fourth Annual Carbondale Aspen Glen Rotary Club River Bridge Golf Tournament

Fourth Annual Carbondale Aspen Glen Rotary Club River Bridge Golf Tournament

A benefit for the River Bridge Childhelp Center held Saturday May 10, 2009

Aspen’s Secret Soundtrack

Aspen’s Secret Soundtrack

Look and listen hard enough, and all sorts of things line up in Aspen.

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June 2009

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JAS Academy Summer Sessions

Evening performances by aspiring jazz musicians at venues around Aspen; Free afternoon performances daily at the Cooper Street Mall stage.

Where?
Venues vary around Aspen
Aspen, CO

For more information:
Telephone: 970-920-4996

Summer Words

This writing retreat and literary festival features exceptional authors, editors and musicians. The theme this year is "World of Words."

Where?
Aspen Writers' Foundation
110 East Hallam St.
Aspen, CO
View map »

For more information:
Sponsor: Aspen Writers' Foundation
Telephone: 970-925-3122
Website »

9:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Burlingame Chairlift

Burlingame Chairlift at Snowmass opens for on-mountain hiking, biking and scenic enjoyment.

Where?
, CO

For more information:
Telephone: 800-SNO-WMAS
Website »

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Skateboard Camp

Skateboarding Camp presented by Radio Boardshop includes all youth ages all summer long!

Where?
Rio Grande Skate Park
Aspen, CO

For more information:
Sponsor: Radio Boardshop
Telephone: 970-925-9373

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Silver Queen Gondola

Open for daily service to the top of Aspen Mountain.

Where?
, CO

For more information:
Telephone: 970-925-1220
Website »

6:30 PM - 10:00 PM

Socrates Society Benefit Dinner

Featuring Pulitzer Prize-winning author Thomas L. Friedman.

Where?
Doerr-Hosier Center
845 Meadows Rd.
Aspen, CO
View map »

For more information:
Sponsor: The Aspen Institute
Telephone: 800-410-3463
Website »

Aspen Festival Orchestra Dress Rehearsals

Aspen Music Festival 60th Anniversary Season

June 25 - August 23

Cost: $15

Where?
Benedict Music Tent
Aspen, CO

For more information:
Sponsor: Aspen Music Festival and School
Telephone: 970-925-9042
Website »

Daily Hikes with ACES

The 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?
Aspen Center for Environmental Studies
, CO

For more information:
Telephone: 970-925-5756
Website »

Aspen Mountain Activities

The 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?
Aspen Mountain
, CO

For more information:
Telephone: 970-925-1220
Website »

JAS Academy Summer Sessions

Evening performances by aspiring jazz musicians at venues around Aspen; Free afternoon performances daily at the Cooper Street Mall stage.

Where?
Venues vary around Aspen
Aspen, CO

For more information:
Telephone: 970-920-4996

Aspen Ideas Festival

Speakers from around the world join us for a week-long exploration of the most important ideas and pressing issues we face.

Where?
Aspen, CO

For more information:
Sponsor: The Aspen Institute
Telephone: 970-544-7960
Website »

Summer Words

This writing retreat and literary festival features exceptional authors, editors and musicians. The theme this year is "World of Words."

Where?
Aspen Writers' Foundation
110 East Hallam St.
Aspen, CO
View map »

For more information:
Sponsor: Aspen Writers' Foundation
Telephone: 970-925-3122
Website »

9:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Burlingame Chairlift

Burlingame Chairlift at Snowmass opens for on-mountain hiking, biking and scenic enjoyment.

Where?
, CO

For more information:
Telephone: 800-SNO-WMAS
Website »

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Skateboard Camp

Skateboarding Camp presented by Radio Boardshop includes all youth ages all summer long!

Where?
Rio Grande Skate Park
Aspen, CO

For more information:
Sponsor: Radio Boardshop
Telephone: 970-925-9373

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Silver Queen Gondola

Open for daily service to the top of Aspen Mountain.

Where?
, CO

For more information:
Telephone: 970-925-1220
Website »

6:00 PM -

Chamber Music

Aspen 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?
, CO

For more information:
Sponsor: Aspen Music Festival and School
Telephone: 970-925-9042
Website »

Daily Hikes with ACES

The 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?
Aspen Center for Environmental Studies
, CO

For more information:
Telephone: 970-925-5756
Website »

Theatre Aspen

Theatre 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?
Theatre Aspen
, CO

For more information:
Telephone: 970-925-9313
Website »

Aspen Mountain Activities

The 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?
Aspen Mountain
, CO

For more information:
Telephone: 970-925-1220
Website »

Aspen Ideas Festival

Speakers from around the world join us for a week-long exploration of the most important ideas and pressing issues we face.

Where?
Aspen, CO

For more information:
Sponsor: The Aspen Institute
Telephone: 970-544-7960
Website »

9:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Burlingame Chairlift

Burlingame Chairlift at Snowmass opens for on-mountain hiking, biking and scenic enjoyment.

Where?
, CO

For more information:
Telephone: 800-SNO-WMAS
Website »

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Skateboard Camp

Skateboarding Camp presented by Radio Boardshop includes all youth ages all summer long!

Where?
Rio Grande Skate Park
Aspen, CO

For more information:
Sponsor: Radio Boardshop
Telephone: 970-925-9373

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Silver Queen Gondola

Open for daily service to the top of Aspen Mountain.

Where?
, CO

For more information:
Telephone: 970-925-1220
Website »

4:00 PM -

American Academy of Conducting Orchestra

Aspen 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?
Benedict Music Tent
Aspen, CO

For more information:
Sponsor: Aspen Music Festival and School
Telephone: 970-925-9042
Website »

5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Tuesdays with Michael

Enjoy live music, great food and family entertainment on the outdoor deck at the Aspen Club and Spa.

Where?
The Aspen Club & Spa
1450 Ute Avenue
Aspen, CO
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For more information:
Sponsor: Local Non-Profit Organizations
Telephone: 970-925-8900
Website »

7:00 PM -

Tuesday Writers Group

An 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?
Red Brick Center for the Arts
110 E. Hallam St
Aspen, CO
View map »

For more information:
Sponsor: Aspen Writers' Foundation
Telephone: 970-925-3122
Website »

Daily Hikes with ACES

The 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?
Aspen Center for Environmental Studies
, CO

For more information:
Telephone: 970-925-5756
Website »

Theatre Aspen

Theatre 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?
Theatre Aspen
, CO

For more information:
Telephone: 970-925-9313
Website »

Aspen Mountain Activities

The 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?
Aspen Mountain
, CO

For more information:
Telephone: 970-925-1220
Website »

Aspen Ideas Festival

Speakers from around the world join us for a week-long exploration of the most important ideas and pressing issues we face.

Where?
Aspen, CO

For more information:
Sponsor: The Aspen Institute
Telephone: 970-544-7960
Website »

9:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Burlingame Chairlift

Burlingame Chairlift at Snowmass opens for on-mountain hiking, biking and scenic enjoyment.

Where?
, CO

For more information:
Telephone: 800-SNO-WMAS
Website »

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Silver Queen Gondola

Open for daily service to the top of Aspen Mountain.

Where?
, CO

For more information:
Telephone: 970-925-1220
Website »

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Skateboard Camp

Skateboarding Camp presented by Radio Boardshop includes all youth ages all summer long!

Where?
Rio Grande Skate Park
Aspen, CO

For more information:
Sponsor: Radio Boardshop
Telephone: 970-925-9373

12:00 PM -

High Notes Discussions

Aspen Music Festival 60th Anniversary Season

June 25 - August 23

Cost: Free

Where?
2 Music School Rd.
Aspen, CO
View map »

For more information:
Sponsor: Aspen Music Festival and School
Telephone: 970-925-9042
Website »

6:30 PM -

Heinz R. Pagels Public Lectures

Cost: Free

Where?
Paepcke Auditorium
320 E. Hyman Ave
Aspen, CO
View map »

For more information:
Sponsor: Aspen Center for Physics
Telephone: 970-925-2585
Website »

Daily Hikes with ACES

The 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?
Aspen Center for Environmental Studies
, CO

For more information:
Telephone: 970-925-5756
Website »

Theatre Aspen

Theatre 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?
Theatre Aspen
, CO

For more information:
Telephone: 970-925-9313
Website »

Aspen Mountain Activities

The 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?
Aspen Mountain
, CO

For more information:
Telephone: 970-925-1220
Website »

Aspen Ideas Festival

Speakers from around the world join us for a week-long exploration of the most important ideas and pressing issues we face.

Where?
Aspen, CO

For more information:
Sponsor: The Aspen Institute
Telephone: 970-544-7960
Website »

9:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Burlingame Chairlift

Burlingame Chairlift at Snowmass opens for on-mountain hiking, biking and scenic enjoyment.

Where?
, CO

For more information:
Telephone: 800-SNO-WMAS
Website »

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Skateboard Camp

Skateboarding Camp presented by Radio Boardshop includes all youth ages all summer long!

Where?
Rio Grande Skate Park
Aspen, CO

For more information:
Sponsor: Radio Boardshop
Telephone: 970-925-9373

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Silver Queen Gondola

Open for daily service to the top of Aspen Mountain.

Where?
, CO

For more information:
Telephone: 970-925-1220
Website »

3:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Aspen Sojourner ArtWalk

More 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?
Downtown Aspen and Aspen Highlands
, CO

For more information:
Sponsor: Aspen Sojourner
Telephone: 970-925-7809
Website »

6:15 PM - 8:30 PM

Snowmass Free Concert Series

The Los Angeles Times calls ot "one of the best line-ups of free music in the nation."

Cost: Free

Where?
Fanny Hill
Snowmass Village, CO

For more information:
Sponsor: Snowmass Village and JAS
Telephone: 800-SNO-WMAS
Website »

Aspen Mountain Activities

The 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?
Aspen Mountain
, CO

For more information:
Telephone: 970-925-1220
Website »

Daily Hikes with ACES

The 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?
Aspen Center for Environmental Studies
, CO

For more information:
Telephone: 970-925-5756
Website »

Theatre Aspen

Theatre 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?
Theatre Aspen
, CO

For more information:
Telephone: 970-925-9313
Website »

Aspen Ideas Festival

Speakers from around the world join us for a week-long exploration of the most important ideas and pressing issues we face.

Where?
Aspen, CO

For more information:
Sponsor: The Aspen Institute
Telephone: 970-544-7960
Website »

9:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Burlingame Chairlift

Burlingame Chairlift at Snowmass opens for on-mountain hiking, biking and scenic enjoyment.

Where?
, CO

For more information:
Telephone: 800-SNO-WMAS
Website »

9:30 AM -

Aspen Chamber Symphony Dress Rehearsals

Aspen Music Festival and School 60th Anniversary Season

June 25 - August 23

Cost: $10

Where?
Benedict Music Tent
Aspen, CO

For more information:
Sponsor: Aspen Music Festival and School
Telephone: 970-925-9042
Website »

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Skateboard Camp

Skateboarding Camp presented by Radio Boardshop includes all youth ages all summer long!

Where?
Rio Grande Skate Park
Aspen, CO

For more information:
Sponsor: Radio Boardshop
Telephone: 970-925-9373

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Silver Queen Gondola

Open for daily service to the top of Aspen Mountain.

Where?
, CO

For more information:
Telephone: 970-925-1220
Website »

6:00 PM - 12:00 AM

Boogie's Bash for The Buddies Gala

The annual fundraiser for The Buddy Program includes cocktails, hors d'oeurves, dancing and silent & live auctions.

Where?
Boogie's Merry-Go-Ranch
Aspen, CO

For more information:
Sponsor: The Buddy Program
Telephone: 970-920-2130
Website »

Aspen Mountain Activities

The 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?
Aspen Mountain
, CO

For more information:
Telephone: 970-925-1220
Website »

Daily Hikes with ACES

The 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?
Aspen Center for Environmental Studies
, CO

For more information:
Telephone: 970-925-5756
Website »

Theatre Aspen

Theatre 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?
Theatre Aspen
, CO

For more information:
Telephone: 970-925-9313
Website »

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

First Friday

Walk the streets and enjoy the innovative art of Carbondale exploring galleries, business open houses and special events.

The first Friday of every month

Where?
Downtown Carbondale
Carbondale, CO

For more information:
Telephone: 970-963-1680

Aspen Ideas Festival

Speakers from around the world join us for a week-long exploration of the most important ideas and pressing issues we face.

Where?
Aspen, CO

For more information:
Sponsor: The Aspen Institute
Telephone: 970-544-7960
Website »

Aspen's Old-Fashioned Fourth of July Celebration

Guests, 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?
Aspen, CO

For more information:
Telephone: 970-925-1940

Snowmass Independance Day Celebration

The extravaganza includes spectacular fireworks and an outdoor concert.

Where?
, CO

For more information:
Telephone: 800-SNO-WMAS
Website »

8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Aspen Farmers' Market

Come discover delicious fresh fruits and vegetables, crafts and live music at this popular farmers' market.

Cost: Free

Where?
Downtown Aspen
East Hopkins St. and South Hunter St.
Aspen, CO
View map »

For more information:
Telephone: 970-379-1346

8:00 AM -

Boogie's Diner Buddy 5-Mile Race

Begin your Fourth of July celebration by supporting local children in The Buddy Program.

Where?
Boogie's Diner
534 East Cooper Ave.
Aspen, CO
View map »

For more information:
Sponsor: The Buddy Program
Telephone: 970-920-2130
Website »

9:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Burlingame Chairlift

Burlingame Chairlift at Snowmass opens for on-mountain hiking, biking and scenic enjoyment.

Where?
, CO

For more information:
Telephone: 800-SNO-WMAS
Website »

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Silver Queen Gondola

Open for daily service to the top of Aspen Mountain.

Where?
, CO

For more information:
Telephone: 970-925-1220
Website »

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Skateboard Camp

Skateboarding Camp presented by Radio Boardshop includes all youth ages all summer long!

Where?
Rio Grande Skate Park
Aspen, CO

For more information:
Sponsor: Radio Boardshop
Telephone: 970-925-9373

8:00 PM -

Glenwood Music & Fireworks

Where?
Two Rivers Park
Glenwood Springs, CO

For more information:
Telephone: 970-945-6589

Aspen Mountain Activities

The 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?
Aspen Mountain
, CO

For more information:
Telephone: 970-925-1220
Website »

Theatre Aspen

Theatre 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?
Theatre Aspen
, CO

For more information:
Telephone: 970-925-9313
Website »

Music on the Mountain

A lift ticket is required for the gondola, unless you prefer to hike or bike to the top of the mountain.

Cost: Free

Where?
Aspen Mountain
Aspen, CO

For more information:
Sponsor: Aspen Music Festival and School
Telephone: 970-925-9042
Website »

Daily Hikes with ACES

The 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?
Aspen Center for Environmental Studies
, CO

For more information:
Telephone: 970-925-5756
Website »

11:00 PM - 2:00 AM

Salsa Night at Jimmy's

Party 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?
Jimmys - An American Restaurant & Bar
205 S. Mill St.
Aspen, CO
View map »

For more information:
Telephone: 970-925-6020
Website »