Red Hill vandal(s)
The Red Hill Council, Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and Carbondale Parks and Rec reported that vandalism has occurred on the Red Hill trail system, damaging an infrared trail counter and dismantling restoration work. According to a press release, the disruption is “quite extensive in scale and undermines approximately 200 to 300 hours of volunteer labor over the past few years, including three weeks of Roaring Fork Outdoor Volunteer community group investment in May of 2023.” Displaced wood chips were sorted into more than 30 piles along Ruthie’s Run, “which look like bonfires waiting to happen.” It’s suspected that the vandalism would have taken a considerable amount of time, and anyone with information is asked to reach out to the Parks and Rec Department, Carbondale police, Red Hill Council and/or BLM.
Grimmer bows out
Geoff Grimmer, who was running for the District Two Eagle County commissioner seat, suspended his campaign following the county’s Democratic caucus on Saturday. Grimmer has endorsed Sarah Smith Hymes, who is running for the same seat. Smith Hymes will face Tom Boyd in the June 25 Democratic Primary for the District Two seat, currently held by Kathy Chandler-Henry.
ReEnergize Eagle County
Eagle County, in partnership with ReEnergize (an affiliated program of the Community Office for Resource Efficiency and the Walking Mountains Energy Program), is providing critical home energy improvements for income-qualifying residents at no cost. Income limits correspond to 150% of the area median income for Eagle County. Renters and homeowners are eligible, though funding is limited to homes heated with propane during the first half of 2024. For more information, email energy@walkingmountains.org or call 970-328-8777.
Trafficking arrests
The Garfield County Sheriff’s Office announced that at least six individuals suspected of “internet luring of a child,” among other charges, were arrested and taken into custody. According to a press release, the local agency “worked in close partnership with Colorado Bureau of Investigation, the Glenwood Springs Police Department, the Rifle Police Department, the Basalt Police Department, the Ninth Judicial District Attorney’s Office, the United States Department of Homeland Security/Homeland Security Investigations and the Garfield County Special Problem Enforcement and Response, (known as SPEAR) team.” Four other individuals were classified as fugitives and were also apprehended during this collaborative effort.
Burn’n
The Forest Service announced that the Upper Colorado River (UCR) Interagency Fire Management Unit is planning to conduct prescribed burns in the region during the coming weeks. For Pitkin County, burns are planned south of Carbondale at Avalanche Creek and Braderich Creek. Burns are also planned at Cottonwood Creek in Eagle County.
Youth outdoors
Roaring Fork Outdoor Volunteers invites young people, ages 11-14, to learn how to be stewards of the outdoors while having fun rafting and/or rock climbing. The Adventure Stewards program takes place June 10-14, July 8-12 and July 29 to Aug. 2. Visit rfov.org/adv to register. Meanwhile, Colorado Mountain College is accepting applications for its first youth outdoor leadership course at its Leadville campus, July 7-12. This opportunity is free and open to students going into ninth or 10th grade, but limited to 35 students. Enrollment concludes April 26. Visit coloradomtn.edu/firstascent for more information.
Star power
She’s done it again! Mandy Moore, daughter of local legends Bob and Wendy Moore, choreographed Ryan Gosling’s “I’m Just Ken” performance at the Academy Awards on Sunday. The dance number was hailed as a highlight of the night. Moore directed choreography for the 2016 film “La La Land” starring Gosling, among other accolades.
They say it’s your birthday!
Folks celebrating another trip around the sun this week include: Sonya Meyer and Athena Wright (March 14); Paula Stepp and Sierra Thompson (March 15); Dalene Barton, Hannah Burleigh, Jordan Clingan and Trae Moxley (March 16); Annie Tempest and John Foulkrod (March 17); Michelle McGrory and Dean Mercado (March 18); Matthew Eames, Sophia Higbie, Katie Hunter and Michael Schneiter (March 19); Leigh Kauffman (March 20).
~ C A L E N D A R ~
THURSDAY, MARCH 14
INTRO TO PASTELS
Amanda Selsky teaches the basics of drawing with pastels from 9am to noon today, March 21, April 4 and 11. Register at theartbase.org
LEGAL CLINIC
Basalt Library hosts a bilingual legal clinic on the second Thursday of each month from 2 to 5pm. To sign up for a 15 minute slot, call 970-927-4311 or email info@basaltlibrary.org
CODING CLUB
Students in 8th to 10th grade are invited to learn Python, a coding language, with Aspen Science Center at the Carbondale Library at 3:45pm every second and fourth Thursday.
BANNED BOOK CLUB
The Basalt Library invites adults and high schoolers to a safe and inclusive space for readers to explore literature that has challenged norms, defied censorship and sparked important conversations throughout history. This month features Lois Lowry’s “The Giver,” with a discussion starting at 4pm.
MUSIC AT THE LIBRARY
Salomé Songbird is, at a glance, a string-band but the acoustic trio boasts a background spanning fiddle tunes to free jazz; and baroque to bebop to bluegrass. Originally scheduled for 5:30 to 6:30pm at the Basalt Library, but canceled due to weather.
‘THUS, THE NIGHT’
The Isis Theatre screens a short art film inspired by French composer Henri Dutilleux’s seminal work for string quartet written in 1976, Ainsi la Nuit. The event begins at 5:30pm and will include a panel conversation and a live musical performance. Visit aspenfilm.org for info and tickets.
‘SPIDER LIVES’
A 5:30pm Wheeler Opera House screening takes you on a journey into the rich history of professional ski racing through the story of renowned American ski hero, Spider Sabich, followed by a conversation with Christin Cooper, Mark Taché and Amy Redford. Visit aspenshowtix.com to reserve your seat.
‘BRIDGE TO TERABITHIA’
SoL Theatre Company opens “Bridge to Terabithia” tonight at 6pm at Thunder River Theatre. The run continues tomorrow and Saturday, March 16 with showings at 6pm and a matinee on Sunday, March 17 at 2pm. Tickets at tinyurl.com/BridgetoTerabithiaSoL
‘WOMEN WHO LEAD’
In celebration of Women’s History Month, The Collective Snowmass presents “Women Who Lead,” a community event bringing together a panel of influential women leaders to share their insights, experiences and strategies for success. Tickets and more info at thecollectivesnowmass.com
CRYSTAL CAUCUS
The Crystal River Caucus meets at 7pm at the Church at Redstone and over Zoom. Email crcaucus@gmail.com for more info.
ISRAEL & PALESTINE
Ceasefire Now RFV hosts Nader Hashemi, a Georgetown University professor of Middle Eastern studies, at 7pm at the Pitkin County Library. Hashemi will speak about the history of the conflict and offer some possible paths toward peace.
WOMEN’S ADVENTURE FILM
Celebrate extraordinary women in the name of adventure with a touring selection of short films at 7:30pm at TACAW. Visit tacaw.org for tickets.
COMEDY AT STEVE’S
Beth Brandon and Miller Ford host a night of live comedy at Steve’s Guitars at 8pm. Tickets at stevesguitars.net
FRIDAY, MARCH 15
BOOK CLUB
Literary enthusiasts gather at Sopris Lodge in Carbondale to choose a book to explore together. To RSVP, call 970-456-8764.
LOVE LETTERS
Join Mateo Sandate at the Carbondale Library at 4pm today, April 19 and May 17 to explore techniques for letting appreciation flow and saying what you need to say to loved ones through letter writing. Each session is free and open to all. Call 970-963-2889 for more info.
ZIKR DANCE
Denver’s nationally-acclaimed Zikr Dance Ensemble celebrates its 15th anniversary season with “Invocation” — a showcase of some of the company’s signature works and audience favorites — at 5:30pm at TACAW. Visit tacaw.org for tickets.
THEATRE ASPEN
Theatre Aspen presents “Love, Loss, and What I Wore” by Nora Ephron and Delia Ephron, based on the book by Ilene Beckerman, at the Paepcke Auditorium tonight and tomorrow at 6:30pm. Visit theatreaspen.org/whatiwore or call 970-300-4474 for tickets.
CRYSTAL THEATRE
The Crystal Theatre screens “Dune: Part Two” at 7pm tonight, tomorrow and Thursday, March 21, and at 5pm on Sunday, March 17. “Poor Things” screens tomorrow at 4pm.
ASPEN CHORAL SOCIETY
“The Drop that Contained the Sea” premiers at Basalt Middle School tonight, continues at the Harris Concert Hall in Aspen tomorrow and concludes at the Glenwood Springs High School on Sunday. All shows are at 7pm, tickets at aspenchoralsociety.org
IRISH COFFEE
The Cocoa Club is open evenings this weekend in celebration of St. Patrick’s Day. “While green beer is NOT on the menu, delicious Irish beverages will be, like our classic grasshopper with a chocolate twist.”
SATURDAY, MARCH 16
AMERICA’S UPHILL
The 2.5 mile and 3,000-foot plus vertical race up Aspen Mountain starts at 7am. Visit utemountaineer.com/americas-uphill to register by 9am on March 9.
UPLIFT
HeadQuarters and Roaring Fork CrossFit host a workout for mind and body fitness at 35 Park Avenue, Space A in Basalt at 9am. Register online at headq.org/support/events
SPRING GULCH SENDOFF
Before we hang up our skis, join fellow cross country skiers at Mountain Heart Brewing for drinks, apps and live music by Sweet Jessup and the Dirty Buckets at 5pm.
CHILI & CORNBREAD
KDNK hosts a “Chili and Cornbread Cook Off” at 5pm. Register your chili or cornbread by emailing aly@kdnk.org
LEN MAJCEN
Leon Majcen, the son of Bosnian war refugees, performs soulful tunes at Steve’s Guitars at 8pm. Tickets at stevesguitars.net
SUNDAY, MARCH 17
ST. PATRICK’S DINNER
Join St. Vincent’s Catholic Church in Basalt from 4 to 7pm for the parish’s annual St. Patrick’s Day dinner — this year with carnitas in addition to the traditional corned beef and cabbage.
LIVE MUSIC
Kimberly Morgan-York plays at Steve’s Guitars at 8pm. Tickets at stevesguitars.net
MONDAY, MARCH 18
KLR BABY
Basalt Library hosts an eight-week group organized by KLR Baby for pregnant moms 35+ weeks and moms with infants 6 months or less. Each session goes from 10:30 to 11:30am on Mondays. For more information, contact 847-894-6546.
IN STITCHES
The Carbondale Library knitting and crocheting club meets at 1:30pm on Mondays.
TUESDAY, MARCH 19
CHAT WITH CHASE
Sopris Lodge’s director of sales and marketing meets the public and gives tours at 10am. To RSVP, call 970-456-6971.
PAWS TO READ
Therapy dogs from Heeling Partners of the Roaring Fork Valley help young readers get supportive practice, 15 minutes at a time, at the Carbondale Library on the first and third Thursday of each month at 3:30pm.
RFOV BONFIRE
The Coffman Ranch hosts a community social at 4pm, complete with a bonfire, organized by Roaring Fork Outdoor Volunteers. More info at www.rfov.org
INTERFAITH DIALOGUE
People from any and all religious backgrounds are invited to participate in an interfaith dialogue at 5pm at the Basalt Library. “The dialogue is not about debate, changing minds or pushing agendas … but rather about learning how to hold space for difficult conversations.” Visit basaltlibrary.org for more info.
DRAWING CLUB
The Roaring Fork Drawing Club convenes at The Launchpad at 6:30pm.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 20
CLUB DE ESPAÑOL
Bodegon in Carbondale (46 North 4th Street) hosts “Spanish Conversation Club” where intermediate and advanced Spanish speakers practice speaking together. The club meets at 5pm tonight, March 27 and April 3.
DEMENTIA UPDATES
Join Dr. Brooke Allen from Roaring Fork Neurology to learn about the latest updates in treatments for dementia from 6 to 7pm at Carbondale Branch Library.
BROTHERHOOD CIRCLE
Kyle Jason Leitzke leads a monthly “Sacred Brotherhood Circle” at True Nature Healing Arts starting at 6pm. This month’s theme is “intuition.” Info at truenaturehealingarts.com
‘VISHNIAC’
Aspen Film partners with JOIN Israel to present a documentary that introduces new audiences to a lost world of images. Catch a 5pm reception at Galerie Maximillian or just the 7pm screening at the Isis Theatre. Visit aspenfilm.org for info and tickets.
LORD NELSON
Steve’s Guitars hosts Lord Nelson for live music at 8pm. Tickets at stevesguitars.net
FASHION CARES
The 10th Annual Aspen Cares Fashion Show kicks off at 9pm at Belly Up. Tickets and more info at aspencares.org. Proceeds benefit HeadQuarters.
THURSDAY, MARCH 21
THURSDAY BOOK CLUB
The Third Thursday Book Club meets at the Carbondale Library at 2pm. This month’s book is “The Midnight Library” by Matt Haig.
LOTUS LANTERNS
The Korean Spirit and Culture Promotion Project teaches participants how to make a lotus flower lantern using colored paper and a pre-made wireframe at the Basalt Library at 5:30pm. Visit basaltlibrary.org for more info.
LOUNGE
HeadQuarters hosts its first “Book Club, Journal, Draw” event, where participants draw inspiration from literature to unlock the power of journaling and artistic expression in a social setting at 6pm at its headquarters in Basalt. Every third Thursday. Visit headq.org for more info.