In film, as in rock and roll, some things age poorly and some resonate. Old songs by the Rolling Stones still sound great. Last week I was reminded that the 40-minute “A Line Across the Sky,” from 2015, is one of the best climbing films ever. On Dec. 11, the Crystal Theatre in downtown Carbondale […]
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New Castle’s new gallery — small works, big beginning
Last Friday, a new exhibit titled “Mini-Masterpieces” opened at GogoArts, a new gallery in New Castle. The gallery sits on Main Street in a well-lit space that holds the promise of exceptional local art on its walls. It is the first gallery of its kind in town, and this exhibit features seven contemporary artists exploring […]
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Aspen Winter Words to center memory and human connection in 2026
From late January through early February, Aspen Winter Words will return to the Valley. The annual author series this year includes a special focus on memory and connection. All three 2026 events are held in memory of Wally Obermeyer, who passed away from cancer in May of 2025 at the age of 68. Obermeyer was […]
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At the Aspen Art Museum, Glenn Ligon inspects the record
Glenn Ligon’s exhibition, “Break It Down,” opened at the Aspen Art Museum on Nov. 21. The show explores the artist’s work over three decades, focusing on how a portrait of the self is created by examining external sources. As a Black man, Ligon consistently uses institutional documents to show the friction between his personal life […]
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Alphabetized, a new look at Jasper Johns
“Jasper Johns: a whole can only be a part” opened Dec. 2 at the Powers Art Center, marking a shift in the museum’s curatorial approach. Previously, exhibitions were curated in-house by the museum director. This exhibit is curated by the first Jasper Johns curatorial fellow, Jessica Eisenthal. The fellowship is a new program designed to […]
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Curated Calendar – Dec. 4 to Dec. 13
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 4 ASPEN AIRPORTDrop by the Aspen/Pitkin County Airport to preview conceptual design options, ask questions and help guide the next phase of the process. Session 1 is from 11:30am to 1:30pm. Session 2 is from 4:30 to 6:30pm. Learn more at www.aspenairport.com/modernization STEM EXPLORATIONJoin the Aspen Science Center for STEM Exploration Hour at […]
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Upstage Productions makes its markwith second student-produced play: “The 39 Steps”
This theater review comes by way of The Sopris Stars, a new monthly youth publication powered by The Sopris Sun. “The 39 Steps,” produced by Upstage Productions and directed by Sam Stableford and Iggy Richardson, was a fully student-run play that graced the stage at Roaring Fork High School from Nov. 6 to Nov. 8. “The […]
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Judith Ritschard centers the immigrant experience in her debut children’s book
Judith Ritschard, a Mexican-American immigrant, former Sopris Sun columnist and mother of two, can add “children’s book author” to her resume with the release of her debut, “Winter Flower: A Story of New Beginnings.” Ritschard hopes to inspire people to learn from one another and to provide children of immigrant families broader representation for their […]
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Surls’ ‘Reflections’ installed at the Bush Presidential Center
Last week, I spoke with artist James Surls about his artwork’s installation at the George W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum, located on the campus of Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas. The commission sits in a historically sensitive context. A Texas native, Surls noted previous disagreements with the former president’s policies, including being among […]
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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 […]