Pen in hand, local writer Deborah Holt Williams has achieved the dream of a lifetime with the release of her debut picture book, “Nighty Night, Dinos.” A whimsical, poetic delight, the book follows playful dinosaurs as they stomp, roar and soar through the swamps, forests and skies. Then, like all wild things, the big yawns […]
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Carbondale’s Music in the Park revitalized for a four-show season
On Sunday, June 21, Carbondale’s Sunday Music in the Park concert series will kick off at 5pm in a bid to revitalize the long-running summer staple which had recently fallen on hard times. Music lovers are invited to set up blankets and chairs in Sopris Park for relaxed nights of community-building over the course of […]
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Summer heats up with Carbondale Arts
Summer in Carbondale is guaranteed to bring community-fueled fun and creativity to all ages — thanks in large part to Carbondale Arts! Mountain Fair and First Friday continue to be at the core of their summer work, but this beloved organization is in motion and serving our community all summer long. Whether you’re looking for […]
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Calendar – June 18 to June 28
THURSDAY, JUNE 18 BERRY SWEET GAMESOlder adults are invited to an afternoon of “berry-sweet” trivia, interactive games and socializing ahead of Strawberry Days from 1 to 3pm at the Glenwood Community Center. Register at tinyurl.com/BerrysweetGWS BOOK CLUBThe Third Thursday Book Club discusses “Culpability” by Bruce Holsinger at the Carbondale Library from 2 to 3:30pm. For […]
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Droves turn out for 2026 Carbondale Art Walk
Photos and text by Bob Rugile This year’s Art Walk in Carbondale on June 4 drew more than 100 art enthusiasts and proved to be a resounding success. Participants enjoyed ideal weather as they followed a thoughtfully designed route through the heart of town, discovering a diverse collection of artwork displayed along an easy-to-navigate path. […]
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Free TACAW event: Celebrated author to do live podcast on edgy new book
Let’s start with the red lightning, but that’s just part of it. In Ben Fountain’s kinetic new novel “Rasputin Swims the Potomac,” published June 9, a president whose name is redacted has been approved by the Supreme Court to run for a third term. Then a “weeping sickness” sweeps the country, tanking a sputtering economy […]
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Roaring Fork Valley stories told at Mountainfilm
Editor’s note: Interviews have been edited for brevity and clarity. Cameron Doherty What is your relationshipto Carbondale? I was born and raised in Carbondale. It will always be home to me. Making a film that showcases a place and community that means so much to me was truly special. What is your film about? “Buckwild” […]
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Carbondale Arts brings tattoo art into the gallery
Carbondale Arts debuted “Visceral Alchemy” on May 29, showcasing an art exhibition curated by Marketing & Communications Director Sarah Overbeck and local tattoo artist Matt Hays. The show features mixed-media works by over 20 artists, many of whom are primarily based in Colorado, with several out-of-state creatives included. Gallery goers can anticipate viewing not only […]
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Wild Flight to see ‘full circle’ performance at Crystal Theatre
Starting at 7pm on June 18, local music group Wild Flight will be performing a showcase of their original works at The Crystal Theatre in Carbondale. After coming off the high of performing with country artist Hugh Phillips at Aspen’s Wheeler Opera House for the Roaring Fork Rising series, band creators Emily Jurick and Eric […]
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Curated Calendar – June 4-14
THURSDAY, JUNE 4 GOLF DEMODemo new golf equipment at the Taylormade Golf Demo Day, hosted from 10:30am to 2:30pm at River Valley Ranch. ASPEN SCIENCE CENTERThe Aspen Science Center offers Carbondale STEM Exploration Hour from 3:30 to 4:30pm. For more information, visit aspensciencecenter.org MULTI-CHAMBER MIXERGet to know chamber members from Fruita to Vail to Aspen […]