Desde que el Distrito de Servicios para el Desarrollo de la Primera Infancia Confluence se estableció el pasado noviembre mediante la medida electoral 7A, la recién elegida Junta Directiva del distrito ha estado ocupada sentando las bases para un comienzo sólido que represente a una comunidad diversa. “Es un momento realmente emocionante para involucrarse en […]
Kate Phillips
Stepping Stones posits intentional growth for greater impact
Rooted in its vision to create a community where youth and their families are empowered, connected and thriving, the nonprofit Stepping Stones is sprouting new growth — and serving more youth — having recently opened its latest drop-in center in Glenwood Springs. Located at 1630 Grand Avenue, the new center opened in October 2025 and […]
Foundational work underway for child care special district
Since the Confluence Early Childhood Development Service District was established last November by way of ballot measure 7A, the district’s newly elected Board of Directors has been busy laying the groundwork for a strong start to represent a diverse community. “It’s a really exciting time to be involved in local government,” said Carolynne “Carly” Kraemer, […]
CMC se asocia con CSU Global para crear nuevas vías hacia estudios de posgrado
Creando otra vía clara para que los miembros de las comunidades rurales de montaña alcancen nuevas metas, Colorado Mountain College (CMC) anunció recientemente una nueva alianza con Colorado State University Global. Como parte del sistema de Colorado State University, CSU Global es la primera universidad pública 100 % en línea y acreditada institucionalmente en Estados […]
CMC partners with CSU Global to create new pathways for graduate school
Creating yet another clear pathway for rural mountain community members to achieve new heights, Colorado Mountain College (CMC) has recently announced a new partnership with Colorado State University Global. As part of the CSU system, CSU Global is the first 100% online and institutionally accredited public university in the United States. Designed for working adults […]
Women’s Inner Leadership spring cohort begins in March
Lindsay Gurley is not one to shy away from deep conversations. As a longtime leadership coach in the Valley, she has seen a powerful ripple effect when women are supported through the tides of messy thoughts and difficult experiences. It is in those deep conversations that women can shed old stories, reveal their most authentic […]
BLISS Studio: Where heart and art flow together
After a fruitful holiday season, BLISS Studio owner and award-winning artist Kelly Grace Field is embracing the introspective pull of deep winter with a special reopening on Saturday, Jan. 24, from noon to 4pm. The event, “A Makeover of BLISS”, will feature the studio’s new healing arts space, Field’s latest artwork, a New Year sale, […]
You belong at Mindful Me Playhouse
Jodi Burgart, founder and co-owner of Carbondale’s premiere indoor play space, Mindful Me Playhouse, knows that the right tone means everything. “Something that’s very sweet is that for every single class we implement mindful moments,” said Burgart. She then gently struck her singing bowl and a harmonic sound radiated. “The kids who come a lot […]
Making a mark: 10 years of Cosecha Textiles
At Cosecha Textiles, the rhythmic whirl of sewing machines and steady ding of tack hammers and mallets creates a symphony of sound that sparks inspiration. It is here cherished heirlooms are restored and revived as beginner and experienced sewists gather to create their own timeless pieces. Amidst the workroom’s laughter and artistry, Cosecha founder and […]
Aspen Camp manifests connection, inside and out
Aglow with new possibilities and adventures, Aspen Camp is open and ready to reintroduce itself to the Roaring Fork Valley community. After a nearly five year hiatus, the nonprofit had an impressive first year back, welcoming over 450 participants across 18 programs and events. Executive Director Max Wilding was hired in October 2024, and expressed […]
