Pool demolition
A permit has been issued from the state and Town of Carbondale to begin demolition of the John M. Fleet Pool beginning the second week of July. Find project updates for the new facility at www.carbondaleconnect.org
Quantum future
Governor Jared Polis and the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade are celebrating the selection of Elevate Quantum — a Colorado-based consortium of private and public sector organizations, academic institutions and nonprofits — for a $40.5 million federal grant. “This decision shows that America is serious about being a global leader in quantum technology, the future of computing,” Polis stated. The state will now invest $74 million that was conditional on the federal award.
Ceasefire rejected
The Colorado Democratic Party voted to reject a ceasefire resolution (55.1% compared to 40.4% in favor with 4.5% abstaining) brought forward by members of the State Central Committee. “I am incredibly proud of the Colorado Democratic Party for being open to challenging conversations,” said Colorado Democratic Party Chair Shad Murib. “One thing is clear: Donald Trump will make the suffering faced by the Israelis and Palestinians in this war even worse.” Other state Democratic parties including New Mexico and Washington have approved similar resolutions.
Free lunch
The Colorado Department of Education released its 2024-25 school year policy determining student eligibility for free and reduced-price school meals. The criteria is based on annual income and household size. A confidential application sent to families will help the state access federal funding. Colorado’s public school districts can also opt into the state’s Healthy School Meals for All program that provides free meals regardless of student eligibility.
Bustang
The Bustang is expanding its service with four additional trips on the West Line between Denver and Glenwood Springs this summer. Find schedules and tickets at www.RideBustang.com
Live broadcasts
Aspen Public Radio is teaming up with the Aspen Music Festival and School for a second year to broadcast Sunday concerts live. The weekly broadcast will be hosted by longtime classical music host Chris Mohr at 4pm. Listen live at www.aspenpublicradio.org or by tuning to 91.5 (Aspen) or 88.9 (Roaring Fork and Colorado River valleys).
Infrastructure fund
The City of Glenwood Springs is educating residents about how it spends public money on maintaining and improving infrastructure like streets. A dedicated 0.5% sales tax approved in 2006 will sunset in 2026. The next informational “Make it Make Cents” meeting is at the Hotel Colorado on July 11 from 6 to 7:30pm. Another in-person meeting is scheduled for July 15 at the Community Center from 6 to 7:30pm. Spanish interpretation will be available during a webinar on July 23 from noon to 1:30pm and the session will be livestreamed on Facebook and archived at cogs.us/Roads
Bear aware
Colorado is home to a large population of black bears — estimated between 17,000 and 20,000. Most conflicts between people and bears can be traced to easily-accessible human food, trash or other attractants with strong odors. Colorado Parks and Wildlife urges campers to safely store their food and trash in bear boxes, bear-proof containers or the trunk of a car away from your tent. Even toiletries and clothing used while cooking can attract bears. Find more safety tips at cpw.state.co.us
Now hiring
The Postal Service is hosting job fairs throughout the month of July to fill immediate openings for letter carriers and other positions. The Postal Service offers benefits including medical, dental, vision, sick time and vacation leave. See usps.com/careers for further details.
They say it’s your birthday!
Folks celebrating another trip around the sun this week include: Trevor Allen, Rachel Cooper, Brad Geddes and Dominic Molinari (July 4); Herb Feinzig, H. Mavis Fitzgerald, Adele Moss, Fiona Obuhanick and Chris Wurtsmith (July 5); Teri Bruna, David Clark and Nannette Weinhold (July 6); Annie Rector (July 7); Jeremy Bennett, Sheija Binshaban and Melanie Finàn (July 8); Kristin Garwood, Will Grandbois, Barbara Jackson and Judith Ritschard (July 9); Peter Gilbert and Rita Marsh (July 10).
~ C A L E N D A R ~
THURSDAY, JULY 4
BUDDY RACE
The Buddy Program kicks off the 38th Annual Boogies Buddy Race from Rio Grande Park in Aspen at 8am. Racers can choose from the 5-mile, 5-k or 1-mile Family Fun Run. There’s no time to waste, registration closes at 7am. More info at www.buddyprogram.org
FOURTH OF JULY
Redstone celebrates Fourth of July beginning at 9:30am with homemade pies and pastries for sale in front of the museum. The parade begins at noon and the Ducky Derby on Coal Creek is at 2pm. The Redstone General Store will sell burgers, root beer floats and empanadas.
TRIBUTE TO VETERANS
Valley Veterans Parade Committee invites all veterans and active duty military to join Aspen’s Fourth of July parade, meeting at Paepcke Park at 10am. For details, call 970-948-8278.
INDEPENDENCE DAY
Glenwood Springs hosts Independence Day festivities at Two Rivers Park from 4:30 to 9:30pm with live music and a laser show!
MEN’S GROUP
HeadQuarters in Basalt hosts a free gathering for men 18+ to gather sincerely and share from the heart, 6 to 7:30pm.
RODEO
The Carbondale Wild West Rodeo is every Thursday through the summer from 6 to 9:30pm. Catch a shuttle to the Gus Darien Arena at the Orchard Church parking lot or the dirt lot across from Town Hall.
CRYSTAL THEATRE
The Crystal Theatre shows “Despicable Me 4” at 7pm tonight, July 5, 6, 10 and 11. There is a 5pm matinee on Sunday, July 7.
FRIDAY, JULY 5
STORYTIME
The Carbondale Library hosts storytime for young children and their accompanying adults every Friday from 10:30 to 11am.
TGIF
The Carbondale Library invites tweens (ages 8 to 13) to enjoy Friday activities from 2 to 3pm. This week’s theme is “water balloon relays.”
RAPTOR FAIR
The Aspen Center for Environmental Studies hosts its annual Raptor Fair at Hallam Lake from 3 to 5pm.
FIRST FRIDAY
Local bands perform at Chacos Park in Carbondale beginning at 5pm for the annual Mount Sopris Music Festival. Carbondale Arts will have an opening reception for “Porcelain Quilts” by Dara Hartman and “Grounding” by Molly Frantz and Louise Deroualle from 5 to 7pm. The Carbondale Clay Center presents “Flora/Fauna” from 6 to 8pm.
ARTISTS’ RECEPTION
The Ann Korologos Gallery in Basalt hosts an opening reception for “Reflecting Light” featuring plein air painters Len Chmiel and Dan Young from 5 to 7pm.
CONSENSUAL IMPROV
The Consensual Improv troupe performs at the Collective in Snowmass at 5pm. Tickets at www.tinyurl.com/ConsensualCollective
‘LEGALLY BLONDE’
Theatre Aspen presents “Legally Blonde: The Musical,” running through July 27. Tonight’s show is at 7:30pm. Find tickets at www.theatreaspen.org
DIRTY TURKEYS
The Dirty Turkeys perform music at the Black Nugget at 9pm.
SATURDAY, JULY 6
LIBRARY MOVIE
The Basalt Library presents movies for all ages on the first Saturday of each month beginning at 11am with free snacks.
RIVER JAMS
The Town of Basalt presents River Jams, a day-long music festival at Basalt River Park, with the Velveteers headlining, starting at 1:30pm. But first, jump on the river and join the boat parade (which includes a contest for best costume and “most Basalty”), putting in at Whitewater Park or Confluence Park at noon. A fly rod casting competition takes place at 2:30pm. Visit www.basalt.net/riverjams for more info and to register for rafting or casting.
STORM KING ANNIVERSARY
A commemoration ceremony will be held at Two Rivers Park in Glenwood Springs at 4pm for the 14 wildland firefighters who gave their lives 30 years ago fighting the South Canyon Fire.
REDSTONE MUSIC
Moors & McCumber perform at Redstone Park at 6pm.
BASH FOR THE BUDDIES
The Buddy Program hosts its western themed 25th Annual Bash for the Buddies benefit at the Merry-Go Ranch outside of Aspen at 6pm. More info and tickets at www.buddyprogram.org
SUNDAY, JULY 7
MEDITATE
The Carbondale Meditation Circle of Self Realization Fellowship, based on the teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda, meets on the first Sunday of each month from 9 to 10:30am in the meditation room at True Nature.
SUNDAY SESSION
KDNK DJ NOLA J spins funk and soul music at El Dorado from 4 to 7pm.
LIVE MUSIC
The Sopris Mountain Boyz perform bluegrass at the Handlebar at The Homestead in River Valley Ranch from 5 to 7pm.
RANDOM CONVERSATIONS
The Carbondale Library hosts The Lost Art of Random Conversations, a community-building event filled with meaningful conversations among strangers, from 6 to 7:30pm.
MONDAY, JULY 8
THEATER STORYTIME
Theatre Aspen presents Storytime for kids 2 to 5 at the Hurst Theatre (470 Rio Grande) from 10:30 to 11am.
IN STITCHES
The In Stitches Knitting Club meets at the Carbondale Library for knitting and crocheting beginning at 1:30pm.
ALTERED BOOKS
The Basalt Library invites bibliophiles and artists to repurpose and redesign books that would otherwise be discarded from 4:30 to 6:30pm.
PLEASURE OF READING
Practice Spanish by reading literary classics with Angelica Breña at the Basalt Library from 5 to 6:30pm.
AIKIDO
Crystal Aikikai teaches aikido for adults and teens at 13 Moons Ranch from 5:15 to 6:15pm. Another class is taught on Wednesdays from 9:30 to 10:30am. More info at www.crystalriveraikikai.com
SOURCE DIALOGUES
Lisa McKenzie leads a book group exploring Gary Springfield’s “Source Dialogues” from 6:30 to 8pm at the Third Street Center.
INSIGHT MEDITATION
Roaring Fork Insight hosts a weekly meditation group at 13 Moons Ranch from 7 to 8:30pm.
TUESDAY, JULY 9
CAMP SHOW
Basalt Library hosts Ranger Citta and puppet friends for a circus-themed educational show from 10:30 to 11:30am.
FOAM PARTY
The Carbondale Library hosts a foam cannon party as part of the Summer Reading Challenge from 10:30 to 11:30am. Miss Carbondale’s event? Head on down to the Glenwood Springs Library for round two at 2:30pm. Bring a towel and change of clothes.
WINDOWS BASICS
New to Microsoft Windows? Learn the basics at the Basalt Library from 1:30
to 2:30pm.
MEMORY CARE SUPPORT
The Sopris Lodge in Carbondale hosts its monthly support group for families and caregivers of individuals living with Alzheimer’s or related dementia at 3pm. To RSVP, call Chase Corte at 970-456-8764.
PUBLIC SPEAKING
Basalt Library hosts a free public speaking skills workshop with Sonya Meyer from 5:30 to 6:30pm.
DRAWING CLUB
Roaring Fork Drawing Club meets at Board by Design at 6:30pm.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 10
‘SHREK’
“Shrek” screens at 11am at the Aspen Film Isis Theatre.
FARMERS’ MARKET
The Carbondale Farmers’ Market is every Wednesday at 4th and Main from 10am to 3pm.
ART SPEAKS
The Aspen Chapel Gallery presents “Art Speaks” through Aug. 18 with an opening reception tonight from 4 to 7pm. The gallery is open daily from 10am to 5pm.
BASALT MUSIC
Dan Sheridan opens for the Magic Beans at Basalt River Park at 5:30pm.
BASALT LIBRARY
After a series of community conversations, Basalt Library invites the public to learn about its strategic planning from 5:30 to 7pm.
THURSDAY, JULY 11
DR. NOIZE
Dr. Noize will teach middle school students about writing music from 1 to 2:30pm at the Basalt Library (registration required at www.basaltlibrary.org). He will then perform a show for families and kids of all ages at 5pm.
RODRIGO ARREGUIN
Guitarist Rodrigo Arreguin performs at the Handlebar at The Homestead in River Valley Ranch from 5 to 7pm.
CRYSTAL CAUCUS
The Crystal River Caucus meeting will be held at the Church at Redstone at 7pm, preceded by an ice cream social at 6pm.
CEREMONIAL BREATHWORK
Facilitators Davis Cowles and Alya Howe lead a ceremonial circle combining breathwork, music and yoga nidra at The Launchpad from 6:30 to 8:30pm. Tickets at www.mnbcoach.com/events-2-1
FRIDAY, JULY 12
COMEDY WKND!
The Collective Snowmass’ Comedy WKND! kicks off with a happy hour at the New Belgium Ranger Station beginning at 5:30pm. Find details about free and ticketed events through Sunday at www.thecollectivesnowmass.com
MÚSICA DE WILLITS
Grupo Ascenso performs at 5:30pm at Triangle Park in Willits.
DANCE GALA
DanceAspen presents “Old Hollywood,” its third annual gala, at the Hotel Jerome beginning at 5:30pm. Tickets at www.dance-aspen.org
LIBRARY INTEGRITY
Logan Davis presents “Colorado Communities Stand Up to Christian Nationalism” at the Glenwood Springs Library at 6pm. This event is sponsored by Protect Our GarCo Libraries, “a local group of concerned community members working to maintain the integrity of our libraries and prevent book-banning.”
SATURDAY, JULY 13
HELP HISTORY
The Carbondale Historical Society’s Log Cabin Museum (499 Weant Boulevard) is open from 10am to 2pm on Saturdays this summer, but needs your help to keep it that way! A volunteer training session is slated for 10am today at the museum. Email info@carbondalehistory.org with any questions.
HERBAL ALLIES
True Nature hosts a workshop on medicinal foods and herbal allies from 11am to 3pm. Tickets at www.truenaturehealingarts.com
WISDOM OF THE STARS
Sustainable Settings hosts an overnight astrosophy workshop, “Wisdom of the Stars,” from 1pm today to 11am tomorrow. More info at www.sustainablesettings.org Email rose@sustainablesettings.org or call 970-963-6107 to register.
REDSTONE MUSIC
The Mad Dog Band performs at 6pm at Redstone Park.
CLAY & MOONLIGHT
The Carbondale Clay Center hosts Clay and Moonlight, an evening replete with culinary delights dished up on local ceramicists’ plates and performances from Thunder River Theatre and Mt. Cirque Entertainment, at 6pm. Tickets and more info at www.carbondaleclay.org
MARC DEMATTEO
Marc Dematteo, a 33-year Roaring Fork Valley resident, performs folk music at El Dorado from 7 to 9pm.
MAGIC AT TACAW
Magician Taylor Hughes takes the TACAW stage at 8pm. Come early for Supper Club at 6pm. Tickets and more info at www.tacaw.org
SUNDAY, JULY 14
SHOW BIZ
Theatre Aspen presents a showcase of songs that give insight into the theater industry at the Hotel Jerome with brunch at 1pm and dinner at 6pm. The dinner is sold-out! Tickets at www.theatreaspen.org
MONDAY, JULY 15
CINEMA UNDER THE STARS
To kick off its Cinema Under the Stars Summer Series, Aspen Film, in collaboration with The Little Nell, screens “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off” at 8:30pm at the base of Aspen Mountain. Tickets at www.aspenfilm.org