Streets of Glenwood survey
The City of Glenwood Springs is asking residents to share their experiences and concerns around transportation safety. An online survey, available until Oct. 25, seeks to identify areas where people feel unsafe while traveling, whether by foot, bike, public transit or car. Survey insights will be combined with existing data, such as traffic volumes and crash reports, to prioritize critical areas for safety improvements. The survey is available at www.GWSsafetysurvey.com
Social Justice Desk
Local reporter Eleanor Bennett is rejoining Aspen Public Radio as part of a project with Aspen Journalism to establish a Social Justice Desk for the Roaring Fork Valley. Born and raised in Aspen, Bennet worked with Aspen Public Radio for four years before pursuing a summer-long Spanish intensive program. In her new role, she will develop meaningful collaborative relationships with diverse sources from Aspen to Parachute. “I look forward to covering a range of challenges impacting our community, from a lack of affordable housing to mental health access barriers,” Bennet stated, “as well as local efforts to solve these issues.”
Colorado book awards
Colorado Humanities & Center for the Book is accepting submissions for the 2025 Colorado Book Awards. Books published between Nov. 1, 2023 and Dec. 31, 2024 are eligible and the submission deadline is Jan. 3, 2025. A primary contributor to the book must be a current Colorado resident with a Colorado address. Submission categories include: anthology, fiction, history, nonfiction, pictorial, poetry, children’s, juvenile and young adult literature. Volunteer selectors and judges are also needed. Learn more at www.coloradohumanities.org/programs/colorado-book-awards
Gas bills
Black Hills Energy announced on Oct. 1 that customers will see a cost decrease on their bills and through the end of the year. Every year, a gas cost adjustment is filed with the Colorado Public Utilities Commission to reflect the recent and projected cost of natural gas. “The price of natural gas is a ‘pass through cost,’” a press release stated, “meaning Black Hills Energy makes no money on it and our customers pay market rates and no more.” West Slope communities will see a -5.49% rate change whereas other regions in Colorado will see a more significant decrease.
Tangle hazards
Colorado Parks and Wildlife urges state residents to remove potential tangle and entrapment hazards for wildlife from their properties. Hammocks, nets and even tires and bucket lids can become inconvenient accessories to curious animals like antlered deer, elk and moose. It’s also important to keep wildlife in mind when decorating for holidays, including Halloween.
Thanks, Michelle Hammond
Roaring Fork Schools announced the retirement of Michelle Hammond who served in multiple roles for the Food & Nutrition Services department, including director and operations manager, for over 28 years. Throughout her career, Hammond sought to improve the quality of meals and nutrition education, partnering with local farmers to bring fresh, locally-sourced produce to school cafeterias. Hammond shares her celebration with Olivia Chacon, a beloved colleague retiring after 18 years with the same department.
Painted Pig bids adieu
After a year of serving locally-sourced cuisine, The Painted Pig (689 Main Street) is closing with a pancake breakfast this Sunday, Oct. 13. “The standards we set for this business rested on paying people a living wage and providing unwavering support for our local farmers and food systems,” wrote owner Kade Gianinetti. “We are thankful for the friendships and connections made within our walls.” Aquila Cellars will continue peddling wine, details at www.aquilacellars.com
Spring Gulch hiring
The Mount Sopris Nordic Council is seeking a trail groomer or two to work three to six shifts per week (15 to 30 hours) typically in the evenings (5 to 9pm) in exchange for $25 per hour, a snowmobile suite, a winter clothing stipend and end-of-season performance bonus. “There’s a significant learning curve,” the website states. “Skills are developed over the course of seasons, not weeks.” For more info, visit www.springgulch.org/jobs
They say it’s your birthday!
Folks celebrating another trip around the sun this week include: Charlotte Vanderhurst (Oct. 10); Brittany Biebl and Jake Kinney (Oct. 11); Rick Borkovec, Stephanie Deaton, Linda Giesecke and Paul Luttrell (Oct. 12); Janice Forbes and Bryce Pizano (Oct. 13); Michael Carter, Kay Clarke, Carrie Close, Gabrielle Greeves and Hannah Ross (Oct. 14); Matt Albericom Darren Broome, Calder Morrison, Lupita Ochoa and Corey Mineo (Oct. 15); Alex Heinig, Oriana Moebius and Abby Zlotnick (Oct. 16).
C A L E N D A R
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 10
CANCER CARE
The Calaway-Young Cancer Center at Valley View Hospital offers yoga for cancer patients, survivors and caregivers at 9:15am on Thursdays. Then, the Walk and Talk cancer support group meets at 11am at the chapel in the cancer center.
STATE OF THE ARTS
The Carbondale Creative District hosts its second annual Roaring Fork Valley State of the Arts Symposium at TACAW beginning at 9:30am. Lunch and refreshments are included with tickets, available at www.tacaw.org
GET THE WIGGLES OUT
Toddlers and preschoolers, along with their accompanying adults, goof off while working on large motor skills at the Carbondale Library at 10:30am.
NONFICTION CLUB
The Nonfiction Book Club discusses any nonfiction literature pertaining to nature at the Carbondale Library at 2 to 3pm. Questions? Call 970-963-2889.
CODING CLUB
The Aspen Science Center offers coding lessons for local teens at the Carbondale Library at 3:45pm.
CLIMATE FILM
Join 350 Roaring Fork for the free screening of a climate-related documentary followed by a discussion at the Carbondale Library beginning at 6:15pm. The topic is affordable housing.
SACRED CINEMA
The Aspen Chapel’s Sacred Cinema Series opens with “Meetings with Remarkable Men” by Peter Brook. Doors open at 6:15pm.
MEDICARE PITFALLS
George Bohmfalk, a retired neurosurgeon, presents “The Pitfalls of Medicare Advantage: What your agent and Joe Namath won’t tell you” at the Third Street Center from 6:30 to 7:30pm. This event is free.
FREE MUSIC
Smokin’ Joe and Rockin’ Randall perform at Heather’s in Basalt at 6:30pm.
STOKE FEST
Protect Our Winters brings its Stoke Fest Film Tour to Colorado Mountain College’s Spring Valley campus showing “Purple Mountains — Live Free or Die” at 7pm. Tickets and more info at www.tinyurl.com/StokeFestCMC
CRYSTAL THEATRE
The Crystal Theatre shows “My Old Ass,” a coming-of-age comedy, at 7:30pm. “White Bird” opens tomorrow at 7:30pm and continues Oct. 12, 16 and 17 with a 5pm showing on Sunday, Sept. 13.
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 11
URBANE COYOTE
Catch Urbane Coyote, aka Zachary Averill, playing at Heather’s in Basalt at 6:30pm.
MORGAN JAMES
Soul-singer Morgan James performs at Steve’s Guitars at 8pm. Tickets at www.stevesguitars.net
CHRIS SMITHER
Singer-songwriter Chris Smither performs at TACAW at 8pm. Tickets at www.tacaw.org
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 12
ART, HEALING & HOPE
Sheri Gaynor imparts how visual journaling empowers one’s life and soul at The Art Base from 9:30 to 11:30am. Register at www.theartbase.org
LITERARY FESTIVAL
Raising A Reader Aspen to Parachute hosts its third annual Children’s Arts and Literacy Festival at the Glenwood Springs Library from 2 to 5pm. The day will include storytelling, arts and crafts and music exploration for children under 8 and also commemorates the nonprofit’s 20th anniversary.
NOCHE LATINA
The City of Glenwood Springs presents its third-annual Noche Latina celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month in Bethel Plaza with games and activities from 4 to 6pm and Latin dancing with Son de la Zona from 6 to 9pm.
HARMONIC HEALING
Dominick Antonelli leads a guided meditation with music at True Nature from 5 to 7pm. Tickets at www.truenaturehealingarts.com
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 13
CACAO CEREMONY
Nicole Lindstrom leads a cacao ceremony in True Nature’s Peace Garden from 11:30am to 1:30pm. Details at www.truenaturehealingarts.com
ECSTATIC DANCE
DJ Dustin Eli provides the music for this month’s Ecstatic Dance at 13 Moons Ranch (6334 Highway 133) from 6 to 8pm.
MONDAY, OCTOBER 14
IN STITCHES
The In Stitches Knitting Club meets at the Carbondale Library at 1:30pm.
MOVE FROM YOUR CENTER
Coordinate your mind, body and spirit with a pilates class taught by Alexandra Jerkunica at the Carbondale Library from 4 to 5pm.
REDSTONE HISTORY
Ron Sorter (historian, geologist, author) presents a fireside chat at the Redstone Inn at 5:30pm. He spent 15 years helping restore the Redstone Coke Ovens site.
‘BILL OF OBLIGATIONS’
Colorado Mountain College welcomes Dr. Richard Haass, author of “The Bill of Obligations: Ten Habits of Good Citizens” to the Spring Valley campus for a Common Reader conversation at 6pm. Registration is requested at www.coloradomtn.edu/event/author-talk-spring-valley
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 15
DITCHES OFF
Carbondale’s ditch system will be turned off for the winter at 8am. Be sure to shut down and winterize your system in advance.
PAWS TO READ
Young students (from kindergarten through fifth grade) are invited to practice reading with a therapy dog from Heeling Partners of the Roaring Fork Valley at the Carbondale Library at 3:30pm. To register for a 15-minute slot, call 970-963-2889.
CHOCOLATE MEETING
The Colorado Chocolate Appreciation Society meets at the Cocoa Club to taste and discuss chocolate from 5 to 7pm. RSVP by emailing mark@pollinatorchocolate.com
DRAWING CLUB
The Roaring Fork Drawing Club meets at Cattle Creek Thrift & Furniture at 6:30pm.
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 16
ASPEN CHAPEL GALLERY
The Aspen Chapel Gallery presents “CONNECT!” — a mixed media show — with an opening reception from 4 to 7pm. The show will remain on display through Nov. 16.
ANNA MARIE MURPHY
Contralto Anna Marie Murphy sings songs through the ages, starting with Anita O’Day’s “Georgia on My Mind” and ending with Miley Cyrus’ “Flowers,” at the Carbondale Library at 6pm.
LATINO ADVISORY BOARD
The Town of Carbondale seeks to amplify the voices of its Latino residents. An informational session with dinner provided will be hosted at the Third Street Center from 6:30 to 8pm.
ALICE DI MICELE
Steve’s Guitars presents Alice Di Micele at 8pm. Tickets at www.stevesguitars.net
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 17
BOOK CLUB
The Third Thursday Book Club discusses “Lessons in Chemistry” by Bonnie Garmus at the Carbondale Library from 2 to 3pm.
‘DARKNESS TO LIGHT’
The Buddy Program, in partnership with Riverbridge Regional Center, Aspen Youth Center, Youth Zone and Aspen Family Connections, hosts a bilingual “Darkness to Light” training focused on the prevention of child sexual abuse at the Third Street Center from 5:30 to 8pm. Dinner and childcare will be provided. RSVP at www.riverbridgerc.org/events
ARTIST LECTURE
Anderson Ranch Arts Center hosts visiting artist Kevin Umaña, co-founder of The Ekru Project, an artist-run Kansas City gallery focused on emerging and underrepresented artists, who will speak from 5:30 to 6:30pm. More info at www.andersonranch.org
YOUTHZONE PARTY
YouthZone throws a cocktail party at Juicy Lucy’s Steakhouse in Glenwood Springs from 6 to 9pm. To RSVP, email anaaseh-shahry@youthzone.com or call 970-945-9300.
LOUNGE SESSIONS
HeadQuarters in Basalt invites you to explore “The Garden Within” by Dr. Anita Phillips through journaling and conversation from 6 to 7:30pm. Register at www.headq.org
CHARACTER STRENGTHS
Julie Oldham teaches about character strengths in part four of her Heyday Revolution Workshop, from 6 to 7:45pm. Details at www.truenaturehealingarts.com
RODRIGO ARREGUÍN
Rodrigo Arreguín performs Latin classics at Heather’s Savory Pies at 6:30pm.
‘SLEEPY HOLLOW’
Roaring Fork High School, in collaboration with SoL Theatre Company, presents “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” directed by Sam Stableford at 7pm tonight and tomorrow and at 2pm on Oct. 19.
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 18
INTERNATIONAL POTLUCK
Himalayan Cuisine in Glenwood Springs (115 6th Street) hosts an international potluck celebrating diverse nationalities in the Valley from 5 to 10pm. Everyone is welcome to bring home-cooked dishes from different countries.
MUSIC AT HEATHER’S
Musicians Chris Bank and Hap Harriman perform at Heather’s Savory Pies at 6:30pm.
NATALIE SPEARS
True Nature hosts Natalie Spears for a night of music and storytelling, from 7:30 to 9pm. Details at www.truenaturehealingarts.com
SHINING MOUNTAINS FILM FESTIVAL
The Shining Mountains Film Festival will take place at the Isis Theatre in Aspen from 6:30 to 9pm tonight and 2 to 9pm tomorrow. Tickets at www.shiningmountainsfilm.com
HIGH COUNTRY SINFONIA
High Country Sinfonia performs at the Christ Episcopal Church in Aspen at 6:30pm tonight and at the River Valley Ranch Thompson Barn on Sunday at 4pm.
QUEER VOICES
VOICES presents “Authentically versus…,” a Queer VOICES Theater Project, tonight and tomorrow night at 7:30pm; or catch a 2pm matinee on Sunday, Oct. 20. Tickets at www.voicesrfv.org/queer-voices
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 19
HEALTH FAIR
Aspen Valley Hospital hosts its Fall Health Fair with “deeply” discounted lab tests at the Eagle County Community Center from 8am to 11:30am. You must make an appointment first. Book it at www.aspenhospital.org/health-fair
UPLIFT
Tune in your mind by tuning up your body at Roaring Fork CrossFit in Basalt from 9 to 10:15am. Register at www.headq.org
ANCIENT SOUNDS
Clemente McKay, an artist from Chile, teaches a daylong workshop with the Carbondale Clay Center exploring Andean clay sound-making techniques, from 9am to 5pm. Learn more at www.carbondaleclay.org
SYNC UP
Meghan Gilroy leads a day-long workshop at True Nature to get aligned with your soul purpose, from 10am to 4pm. Details at www.truenaturehealingarts.com
BOOK RALLY
The Garfield County Public Library District hosts a “United Against Book Bans” rally at Centennial Park in Glenwood Springs beginning at 11am. Children are encouraged to dress as their favorite book character for the chance to win a prize. After a few speeches, the group will march a petition to the Garfield County Administration building.
TEEN ART FAIR
The Glenwood Springs Library showcases arts and crafts by local teens from 11am to 5pm.
BREATHWORK CIRCLE
Davis Cowles leads a breathwork circle at True Nature from 6 to 8pm. Details at www.truenaturehealingarts.com
STILL HOUSE STRING BAND
Steve’s Guitars welcomes the Still House String Band for a concert at 8pm. Tickets at www.stevesguitars.net
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 20
BASKET WEAVING
Learn to weave a willow basket with Jenna Bradford and Jeff Wagner at The Launchpad from 9am to 4:30pm. No experience is needed, registration at www.layinggroundwork.org
GRIEF AND LOSS
True Nature facilitates a day of supported reflection, nourishment and healing to honor grief and the grieving process, from 10am to 4pm. Details at www.truenaturehealingarts.com
SELF DEFENSE
Roderick O’Connor from the Aspen Police Department teaches a self-protection class for women at the Carbondale Library from 2 to 5pm. Registration is required by calling 970-963-2889.