The newest exhibition at The Art Base in Basalt, “Imagenes de Nepantla,” debuted on Feb. 7. This showcase, created in collaboration with multi-medium, Denver-based artist Tony Ortega, explores the Nahuatl word and concept of “nepantla.” The word describes a state of “in-betweenness” which holds great significance in Chicano and Mexican art and reflects the cultural […]
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Tickets now on sale for Palisade Bluegrass Festival
Tickets are now available for the Palisade Bluegrass & Roots Festival, which has served as a weekend getaway for people in the Valley since its inception 17 years ago. The festival will take place June 6-8 with a plethora of bluegrass, roots and Americana acts ranging from big-name artists to up-and-coming ones: including a few […]
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DanceAspen presents ‘Ember Glow’ at Wheeler Opera House
On Feb. 15 and 16., at 7:30pm, DanceAspen will premier its two-night winter season production of “Ember Glow,” a showcase featuring works by the company’s own choreographers Matthew Gilmore and Jonah Delgado, as well as guest choreographers Gabrielle Lamb and Noelle Kayser. The works will focus on the rich local history of Aspen, and even […]
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What it meant to this writer to be seen
I became a writer when I was 18 and never imagined I would continue writing into my 20s. It was my first freelance job for my hometown paper, The Grand Gazette in Kremmling, Colorado. I was a senior in high school, on track to graduate a semester early and was looking to make and save […]
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True Nature foundation achieves new horizons
The True Nature Healing Arts Foundation, best known in Carbondale and beyond as a place promoting wellness, healing and community, is expanding its programming efforts in 2025. This will include an uptick in programs centered around connection, such as addiction support, programming for children and even grief work — all built from an Ayurvedic philosophy, […]
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TRTC opens two new series in one weekend
Thunder River Theatre Company (TRTC) doesn’t keep its ghostlight on for too long and has a lot coming up. On Friday, Jan. 24, TRTC along with its newest collaborator, El Dorado, will launch an immersive concert series, “Pink to Black.” The cosmic Los Angeles-based psychedelic rock group, the Triptides, is the first headliner. Then, on […]
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Psychedelic rock band The Dirty Turkeys set to release debut album
The Dirty Turkeys, an up-and-coming psychedelic rock band based out of Boulder, are set to release their debut album, “Cowboy Caravan,” on Feb. 21. The sound of this band is fresh, unique and maintains that originality while also paying homage to those they draw inspiration from. Made up of Ty Tullar, who grew up in […]
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Consensual Improv — collaboration, laughs and Dolph Lundgren
Consensual Improv, the Roaring Fork Valley’s very own improv comedy troupe, has been bringing laughs to local audiences since 2016. The troupe saw a remarkable turnout for their two-night special holiday shows at TACAW this year. Each show was jam-packed with original sketches plus video content and, of course, a series of improv games where […]
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‘Speakeasy’ cracks open public speaking
Lynn Aliya is known in the Valley for her work as a Colorado Mountain College (CMC) professor and as the drive-home gal on KMTS. Recently, she released her first book, “Speakeasy: A Radically New Approach to Public Speaking (Less Fear, More Fun),” in October of 2024. It’s an interactive, fill-in-the-blank and step-by-step breakdown of her […]
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Local human rights attorney advocates for Afghanistan family
Author’s note: Certain details and locations have been left out of print to ensure the security and safety of individuals and organizations. Annie Perry is a human rights attorney with deep roots in the Roaring Fork Valley. She is the great-granddaughter of David Robinson Crocker Brown, who came to Aspen in the 1880s and […]