Small town, big talent
Thunder River Theatre Company (TRTC), in our little mountain town of Carbondale, has once again been recognized as having some of the best theatrical talent in the State of Colorado.
OnStage Colorado just awarded three first-place prizes and one fourth place prize for TRTC’s 2023 production of “You Can’t Take It With You.” In addition to winning OnStage Colorado’s awards, TRTC won a Henry Award in 2023 and received six nominations in a variety of categories for two of that year’s productions.
The Henry Awards are Colorado’s equivalent of Tony Awards, presented by the Colorado Theatre Guild. A panel, composed of judges who have attended performances around the state, selects one winner in each category of acting and theater production.
It is quite an honor to receive a Henry, as the Colorado Theatre Guild has more than 90 member organizations.
Whether you enjoy thought-provoking drama or easy-going comedy, consider attending one of the upcoming productions at TRTC.
Located in the center of Carbondale, in a theater built specially for TRTC, each play is staged on multiple dates over a three week period. “Endgame,” by Samuel Beckett, starts Feb. 16 with 11 performances, and “POTUS”, a searingly funny Broadway hit, opens on June 14.
Treat yourself to an evening or afternoon performance. Profits will help support professional quality theater in our valley.
Dori Libson
Carbondale
Democrat forum
The Eagle, Garfield and Pitkin County Democratic parties invite the public to attend a Democratic Candidate Forum on Feb. 12. This forum will include candidates for races that will be seen on the ballots for each of these counties.
Here’s an updated list of candidates planning to join us in person: Congressional District 3 candidate Adam Frisch, State Senate District 5 candidates Cole Buerger and Mayor Barbara Bynum and CU Regent At Large Candidates Elliot Hood and Charles Johnson. State House District 57 candidate Rep. Elizabeth Velasco will appear virtually.
Please join us at the Basalt Regional Library, 14 Midland Avenue in Basalt on Monday, Feb. 12 from 5:30 to 7pm.
Debbie Bruell, Chair Garfield County Democrats
Betty Wallach, Chair Pitkin County Democrats
Donna Grauer, Treasurer Eagle County Democrats
CCC Legacy
Last time I was in Aspen, I went to Carl’s [Pharmacy] and upon entering I found the pocket bookstore. And then, at eye-level, was a book about the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC): “The Tree Army,” by Stan Cohen (1980), in its 18th printing (2020). It’s a picture and story book of CCC from 1933 to 1942.
CCC Legacy is based in Edinburg, Virginia with a phone number. I called and Joan Sharpe answered, the volunteer president. A great conversation was had, as she patiently listened to my story of our plight with the United States Forest Service (USFS) here in Carbondale. She, after listening, told me that similar situations have been coming to her attention for a while now. We lamented together about the disregard and destruction by the current USFS … I hesitate to use “leadership.”
So, “our” 86-year-old “historic” Forest Service property is being wiped away and replaced by a building incongruent with our historic downtown. Why? Oh, I know, more office and conference space at a time when fewer people are accessing the physical office and going online for information and permits. Oh yeah, I know the proverbial dead horse. How did the horse die?
Richard Vottero
Carbondale
Chortling Republicans
Republicans should stop chortling over the president’s precarious political polling predicament. Gleefully, they point out that three-quarters of the country thinks he’s too old, while the cackling communication contortionist, Kamala, is less popular than her competently compromised commander.
The Democrat bench doesn’t inspire confidence to say the least.
But, lose the smugness, GOP. I see Biden dropping out before Chicago and there’s one person who could pop the GOP optimism balloon.
How can Dems rid themselves of a Black female political liability which defines Kamala? With another Black female with high popularity and instant name recognition. No, not Oprah!
Michele Obama would be the perfect last minute savior for Dems. Even though her candidacy would be a transparent front for Barack’s third term, the liberal media would gush support and any opposition would be branded racist.
So, GOP, take care and run on solutions to the Dem policies that are ruining our country. And, stop chortling.
Bruno Kirchenwitz
Rifle
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