In what was billed as Thunder River Theatre Company’s (TRTC) final celebration of 2023, with performances on Dec. 29-30, “House of Venus” was like stepping through a portal into another time and place — maybe it was a spirited cabaret in 1930s New Orleans — like we had entered the divine goddess’ residence. Before the […]
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Finding a nonprofit board that fits
Editor’s note: In keeping with another Sopris Sun tradition — we have a few — contributors were invited to write about trying something new in the new year. Do you have something new in your life to share? Write to us at news@soprissun.com Have you considered serving on a board but want to ensure you […]
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RFSD Report: Board responds to drug concerns
At the Dec. 13 Roaring Fork School District board meeting, Interim Superintendent Dr. Anna Cole said, “We do have an increasing concern regarding the presence, use, abuse and transmission of illegal narcotics, like cocaine, opioids, fentanyl, at our high schools.” In her superintendent update, she shared what was discussed at a meeting with the District […]
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Anderson Ranch redefines art residencies with family pilot program
In a bold departure from conventional artist residencies, the Anderson Ranch Arts Center in Snowmass introduced the Family Residency Pilot Program, reshaping the traditional artist retreat experience. This innovative initiative seeks to provide artists and their families with an opportunity to immerse themselves in a creative sanctuary, fostering inclusivity and a sense of community. Three […]
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Shining Mountains Film Festival spotlights Indigenous stories
The fifth annual Shining Mountains Film Festival (SMFF), presented by the Aspen Indigenous Foundation (AIF), was held on Dec. 1-2 at the Wheeler Opera House in Aspen. Deanne Vitrac-Kessler, SMFF founder and AIF founder and executive director, said, “The film selections are focused on the resilience, strength and talents of all Native nations who, after […]
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New owner-editor resurrects Mountain Gazette
Mike Rogge, the new owner and editor of Mountain Gazette magazine, is fully aware of the legacy of the iconic magazine, first published in 1966 as Skier’s Gazette. Some of its past contributors eventually took refuge in and around Aspen, including a few notorious Woody Creatures, such as the late Gaylord Guenin who, years ago, […]
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For some, holidays are the most challenging time of year
With the death of the former First Lady Rosalynn Carter on Sunday, many news outlets are remembering her as a champion for mental health advocacy alongside her husband, former President Jimmy Carter. As a member of the Governor’s Commission during her husband’s Georgia governorship, she worked on behalf of mental health care reform. Later, she […]
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Para algunos, las fiestas navideñas son la época más difícil del año
Traducción por Dolores Duarte Con la muerte de la ex primera dama Rosalynn Carter el domingo pasado, muchos medios de comunicación la han recordado como defensora de la salud mental junto a su esposo, el ex presidente Jimmy Carter. Como miembro de la comisión del gobernador durante el mandato de su esposo como gobernador […]
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Election results, 2023
On election night, Carbondale Beer Works hosted a watch-party with Roaring Fork School District (RFSD) board candidates Jasmin Ramirez, Betsy After and Lindsay DeFrates in attendance. Ramirez ran unopposed for a second term for District D. Betsy After sought the District B seat and Lindsay DeFrates ran for District C. When the first vote totals […]
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Carbondale Arts to take back First Fridays in 2024
Beginning in January 2024, Carbondale Arts (CA) will take the reins for First Fridays. In a recent press release, Carbondale Chamber and Tourism President and CEO Andrea Stewart said, “The First Friday Committee is proud of 10-plus successful years of growth for First Friday, but now is a perfect time for us to pass the […]