Mysterious death
A 38-year old man who was found dead near Carbondale on Sunday has been identified as Glenwood Springs resident Matthew Cox. Authorities initially thought Cox was the victim of a hit-and-run incident but, according to the Glenwood Springs Post Independent, an initial autopsy revealed no traumatic injuries to the body. The Garfield County Sheriff’s Office said the body was discovered around 10:30am Sunday morning down an embankment along the westbound shoulder of Highway 82, but the incident may have occurred several hours earlier. Cox was apparently riding a red and white bicycle from Carbondale toward Glenwood Springs. A Facebook page shows that Cox worked for Builders First Source in Carbondale and leaves behind a daughter. Cause of death is undetermined.
Filoha access
A settlement agreement signed by the Rock Creek Association will ensure non-motorized public access to Filoha Meadows Nature Preserve once approved by the Pitkin County Commissioners on June 25. This agreement resolves a six-year dispute over ownership of County Road 3B, also known as Dorais Way, linking the north end of the Redstone Boulevard to the boundary of Filoha Meadows, a county property open to the public from July 1 to Sept. 30 during daylight hours.
Water under the bridge
The Roaring Fork and Crystal Rivers have likely reached peak flows for the season, reports the Roaring Fork Conservancy. On June 3, the Crystal reached a high flow of 1,370 cfs in Redstone and the Roaring Fork in Glenwood Springs hit 3,360 cfs. This year’s peak flows are the earliest and lowest since 2018. Streams throughout the watershed are flowing at 50-68% of normal for this time of year due to ongoing severe to extreme drought conditions. The City of Aspen declared Stage 1 water restrictions as of Tuesday, June 10.
Deputy Director Udall
Aspen Valley Land Trust is welcoming Torrey Udall, who grew up in Carbondale, as the organization’s new deputy director. Udall previously led Protect Our Winters and held advisory roles with Neimand Collaborative and author Jim Collins. He currently serves on the Board of Directors of The Wilderness Land Trust.
RFSD board shuffle
The Roaring Fork School District (RFSD) board of education has a new chair after Kathryn Kuhlenberg resigned her position last week. Vice-chair Jasmin Ramirez was unanimously chosen to fill Kuhlenberg’s role through November. Betsy After steps in as vice-chair. Ramirez was first elected to the RFSD school board in 2019 and won re-election in 2023.
E-bikes in Basalt
The Town of Basalt is offering its residents $500 rebates on the purchase of a new commuter e-bike. That plus a $450 rebate from the State of Colorado means a potential for $950 of incentives. E-bikes may be purchased at any retailer between now and October 31, 2025. Proof of residency and receipt of purchase are required. Residents must also fill out a W-9 to get reimbursed. E-mountain bikes do not qualify. More information about e-bike rebates and how to apply can be found at www.basalt.net/ebikerebate
Public lands sale
The proposed federal budget bill could allow the sale of millions of acres of public lands. The Colorado Sun reports that language in the proposed bill requires the U.S. Forest Service and the Bureau of Land Management to sell up to 3.3 million acres of public lands in 11 western states, including Colorado, ostensibly for housing developments. Interior Secretary Doug Burgum told the Senate Natural Resources Committee last week that this isn’t about the “most beautiful and sacred places.” Burgum also plans to cut millions from the National Park Service budget. He said selling off public lands could offset budget cuts. Conservation groups and the Mountain Pact, a coalition of more than 300 western local elected officials, including two Carbondale town trustees, oppose the plans.
Colorado fights Trump
Colorado joined 18 states in an April lawsuit, challenging President Trump’s March 25 executive order attempting to override elections and impose strict voter registration requirements for federal elections. Last week, a judge granted a preliminary injunction against provisions of the order. In a June 13 press release, Secretary of State Jena Griswold, who is running for state attorney general in 2026, said, “Trump wants to prevent eligible Americans from exercising their sacred right to vote. I will keep fighting whenever Trump attempts to attack our democracy and democratic values.”
They say it’s your birthday!
Folks celebrating another trip around the sun this week include: Jennifer Bauer, Forrest Fulker, Matt McBrayer and Garrett del Castillo (June 19); Alyssa Barsanti, Robin Bundy, Ty Burtard, Todd Fugate, Arleen Ginn, Brandon Jones and Ernie Kollar (June 21); Jessica Kollar and Elliot Forrest Willey Lamb (June 22); Keith Edquist, Marc Loggins, Daniel Pulver, Hattie Rensberry, Donna Riley, Felix Tornare and Lauren Whittaker (June 23); Brian Keleher (June 24); Mark Burrows, Olivia Pevec and Michael Quint (June 25).
C A L E N D A R
THURSDAY, JUNE 19
JUNETEENTH
In honor of the end of slavery in the United States, most government offices are closed today. Juneteenth became a federal holiday in 2021 and was adopted as a Colorado state holiday in 2022.
BOOK CLUB
The Carbondale Library’s Third Thursday Book Club discusses “Still Alice” by Lisa Genova at 2pm.
CARE FOR CAREGIVERS
True Nature offers support for caregivers with movement, meditation and sharing from 5 to 6:30pm. More info at www.truenaturehealingarts.com
COCOA CHEMISTRY
Mark Burrows offers a free talk on the chemistry behind making the perfect chocolate from 5:30 to 6:30pm at the Cocoa Club.
PIZZA PICNIC
Bring toppings to share to the Carbondale Community Oven (behind the Third Street Center) at 6pm and they’ll provide the dough, sauce, cheese and of course the heat!
TREE WALK
Meet the Carbondale Tree Board at Town Hall at 6pm for a tree-centric tour guided by Town Arborist Carl Meinecke.
CRYSTAL THEATRE
“The Phoenician Scheme” continues at the Crystal Theatre at 7pm tonight, tomorrow, Saturday and next Thursday at 7pm with a captioned show Sunday at 5pm.
‘ASSASSINS’
Stage of Life Theatre Company presents “Assassins” by John Weidman and Stephen Sondheim at the Thunder River Theatre tonight, tomorrow, and Saturday at 7:30pm with a Sunday matinee at 2pm.
FRIDAY, JUNE 20
LIBRARY CAMP-OUT
The Basalt Library hosts an all-ages camp-out on the lawn with games, activities, dinner and a pancake breakfast. Registration is required at www.basaltlibrary.org/events/full-calendar
TYPICAL GHOST
Local band Typical Ghost performs at an album release block party hosted by KDNK from 6 to 9pm. The event is free with drink purchases benefitting KDNK.
SOLSTICE HEALING
The Center for Human Flourishing hosts a “Summer Solstice Vibrational Sound Healing Journey” with Zachary and Krista Cashin at 7pm. For tickets, visit www.tcfhf.org
DANCEASPEN
See choreographer Garrett Smith create a brand-new world premiere with the artists of DanceAspen at TACAW at 7pm as part of the “In Progress” series. Tickets at www.tacaw.org
THE FLINNS
Catch The Flinns, a husband-wife Americana duo, at Steve’s Guitars at 8pm. Tickets at www.stevesguitars.net
SATURDAY, JUNE 21
PLEIN AIR PAINTING
Aspen’s Soldner Center hosts Nicole Gogolak for an immersive outdoor painting class from 10am to 5pm. To sign up, visit www.soldnercenter.com/plein-air-painting
QUEER PROM
The Garage Bar hosts Queer Prom with DJ Basick VVitch and The Roaring Divas. From 7:30 to 9:30pm, ages 18 and up are welcome, then the event is 21+ only.
BILL’S ROOM
TACAW presents William H. Macy with Jim Beloff and David Brown performing at 8pm. Tickets at www.tacaw.org
SUNDAY, JUNE 22
BEING PRESENT
A Spiritual Center presents John Field on the power of being present, in the here and now, from 10 to 11:30am at the Third Street Center, Room 31.
FIRST DRAFT
Mitzi Rapkin hosts the podcast “First Draft: A Dialogue on Writing” live from TACAW interviewing “Stag Dance” author Torrey Peters at 6:30pm. RSVP at www.tacaw.org
STEVE’S GUITARS
Rachel Summer & The Traveling Light performs at Steve’s Guitars at 8pm. Tickets at www.stevesguitars.net
MONDAY, JUNE 23
RFHS GARDENS
The community is invited to lend a hand at the grow dome and surrounding gardens at Roaring Fork High School today from noon to 7pm. An interest meeting and potluck will take place at 5:30pm. Questions? Contact mariah.foley@colostate.edu
ASPEN WORDS
Aspen Words presents a craft panel series this week at the Viewline in Snowmass Village. Today’s topic is “Publishing Unpacked: What Every Writer Needs to Know” at 1:30pm. Find the full lineup and tickets at www.bit.ly/AspenWordsPanels
TWISTED PINE
Twisted Pine returns to Steve’s Guitars for a show at 8pm. Tickets at www.stevesguitars.net
TUESDAY, JUNE 24
NATURE’S EDUCATORS
Basalt Library welcomes Nature’s Educators for an interactive lesson for ages 3 to 10 at 10:30am.
MR. TAP
As part of the Summer Reading Challenge, the Glenwood Springs Library welcomes Mr. Tap for a performance at 1pm. The event will repeat at the Carbondale Library at 4pm.
NIA DANCE CLASS
Enjoy a high-energy dance class that welcomes all bodies and experience levels at the Basalt Library at 5:30pm. Footwear is optional.
DRAWING CLUB
The Roaring Fork Drawing Club meets at Modern West Floral Company in Silt at 6:30pm.
MARY CHAPIN CARPENTER
Five-time Grammy winner Mary Chapin Carpenter performs with Brandy Clark at the Wheeler Opera House at 7pm. Tickets at www.aspenshowtix.com
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 25
BIKETHERE!
Garfield County celebrates biking with family-friendly events at the libraries in Carbondale, Glenwood Springs, New Castle, Silt, Rifle and Parachute from 3 to 6pm. Each location will feature local flair. Riders in Carbondale can also stop by a BikeThere! station along the Rio Grande Trail north of the Park-n-Ride from 7:30 to 9:30am.
BIKE TO WORK
Likewise, the Town of Basalt hosts Bike to Work Day. The fun begins at Triangle Park in Willits and Basalt River Park with Aspen Mini Donuts and treats from CC’s Cafe from 8am to 10am. From 4 to 5pm Basalt Regional Library invites people to decorate their bikes for a parade sponsored by Basalt Printing and AVSC.
TIE DYE
Basalt Library hosts a tie dye workshop for teens from 1 to 2:30pm. All materials are provided.
BASALT FREE MUSIC
Down Valley Sounds opens for Co-Stanza at the Basalt River Park beginning at 5:30pm.
DIGGING IN
HeadQuarters presents “Digging into your Humanness” at The Collective Snowmass at 5:30pm. This free, immersive event is open to all ages.
DROUGHT RESILIENCY
Learn how to prepare for a potentially dangerous drought this summer and hear about updates to the Town of Carbondale’s drought resiliency planning at the Third Street Center from 6 to 7pm.
THURSDAY, JUNE 26
RED HILL PROJECT
Roaring Fork Outdoor Volunteers invites you to the first of three drop-in opportunities at Red Hill beginning at 2pm, with happy hour at Mountain Heart Brewing afterwards. Visit www.rfov.org for info and registration.
PIZZA PARTY
The Carbondale Library invites teens to make a personal pizza at 4:15pm! For details, call 970-963-2889.
PHIL WEISER
Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser visits Glenwood Springs for a free, bilingual conversation hosted by the CoWest Noticias Collaborative at Morgridge Commons from 4:30 to 6:30pm.
COMMON ROOTS
HeadQuarters hosts a women’s group for ages 18 and up at 6pm. This month’s topic of conversation is aging.
FRIDAY, JUNE 27
FLY TYING CLINIC
Learn the art of tying flies or just socialize and enjoy a drink from 5:30 to 7:30pm at El Dorado. Email shyanneorvis@gmail.com to register.
FRINGE FEST ENCORE
Catch an encore presentation of “Lincoln Goes to Hollywood” at the Thunder River Theatre today and tomorrow at 7:30pm.
CONSENSUAL IMPROV
The Roaring Fork Valley’s premier improv comedy troupe Consensual Improv performs at The Collective Hall at 7:30pm.
JON LAWTON
Steve’s Guitars presents Jon Lawton at 8pm. Tickets at www.stevesguitars.net
SATURDAY, JUNE 28
HAM RADIO FIELD DAY
The Ski Country Amateur Radio Club sets up their annual Field Day event at the CMC Spring Valley campus to practice an emergency preparedness exercise with other hams around the country, today and tomorrow.
PLEIN AIR FESTIVAL
The Redstone Boulevard hosts a maker’s market from 10am to 5pm. Works created by artists participating in the Redstone Plein Air Festival will be available for purchase at Joy & Wyld all day. Joy & Wyld will also host live music from 3 to 5pm
GLOW PARTY
The Basalt Library hosts a family-friendly glow party with lights, music and glow sticks from 3 to 4pm.
SOUND IMMERSION
Ildi Ingraham leads a sound immersion journey at the Carbondale Library at 4pm.
FIESTA DEL SOL
Sol del Valle turns the page to a new volume at the Glenwood Springs Library with a public party from 4 to 9pm.
REDSTONE CONCERT
Steve Manshel performs a free concert at the Redstone Park from 6 to 8pm.
V.S.O.P
Steve’s Guitars presents “A Very Special One-time Performance” with Tashi T. and Alex Paul (of Birds of Play) with special guest Vince Allis at 8pm. Tickets at www.stevesguitars.net
MONDAY, JUNE 30
MARIACHI MOVIE
Aspen Film partners with the Aspen Music Festival and School, Raizado Festival and Justice for Migrant Women to screen Sundance award-winner “Going Varsity in Mariachi” for free at the AF Isis Theatre at 5:30pm.
STREET MEDICINE
The Albert Schweitzer Sesquicentennial Convocation comes to TACAW with a screening of “The Rise of the Global Street Medicine Movement” followed by a Q&A with Dr. Jim Withers. The program starts at 6:30pm.
COEXISTINCE
A representative from the Pauline S. Schneegas Wildlife Foundation presents best practices for coexisting with wildlife at the Rifle Library at 6pm. Specifically, there will be a discussion of predator-proofing chicken coops.
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ONGOING
LIFE AFTER 70
Folks past 70 are invited to “connect, learn and grow with others who truly understand the journey” every second Saturday at the Carbondale Library from 10:30am to noon.
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS
The Meeting Place in Carbondale (981 Cowen Drive) offers “Hole in the Donut AA,” Monday through Saturday at 6:45am, plus “Daily Reprieve” at noon on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Find a full schedule at www.meetingplacecarbondale.org
MOVE WITH ME
Little ones, 18 months to 3 years, move to the groove and gain an early appreciation for dancing at the Basalt Library every Monday at 10:30am.
MOMMY MEET-UP
The Glenwood Springs Library hosts a “mommy meet-up” on Mondays from 11am to 12:30pm for mothers and their babies ages 0 to 3. There will be play items provided for the little ones and coffee and conversation for the moms.
IN STITCHES
The In Stitches Knitting Club meets at the Carbondale Library every Monday at 1:30pm.
BOARD GAMES
Kids (5 and up) play board games in the Treehouse Room at the Basalt Library Mondays at 4pm. Snacks provided.
ENGLISH IN ACTION
Volunteer English tutors and developing learners meet for informal conversational practice at the Carbondale Library every Monday at 6:30pm. Interested in becoming a tutor? Email angela@englishinaction.org or call 970-963-9200.
MONDAY MEDITATION
Roaring Fork Insight guides a weekly meditation group meeting at the Third Street Center (Room 31) from 7 to 8:30pm. A Wednesday session takes place at St. Peters of the Valley in Basalt from 11:30 to 1pm with a Zoom option.
BABY STORYTIME
The Carbondale Library hosts baby storytime at 9:30am on Tuesdays.
RAISING A READER
Basalt Library hosts an hour of storytime, activities and snacks Tuesdays at 10:30am.
PILATES
Coredination offers weekly pilates mat classes for all levels at The Launchpad in Carbondale. Tuesdays from noon to 1pm intermediate/advanced students are welcome. Beginners are encouraged to attend on Thursdays from 8 to 9am. For more info, call 970-379-2187.
CAREGIVER CAMARADERIE
In collaboration with the Alzheimer’s Association, Sopris Lodge hosts a monthly caregiver support group for family members and caregivers of people living with dementia every second Thursday from 3 to 4pm. More info at www.soprislodge.com/events
PAWS TO READ
Heeling Partners of the Roaring Fork Valley brings a four-legged friend to read with children at the Carbondale Library every first and third Tuesday of the month at 3:30pm. To register, call 970-963-2889.
CRIBBAGE
Whether you’ve played for years or are looking to learn, stop by the Carbondale Rec Center from 4 to 5pm Tuesdays. Bring snacks or non-alcoholic drinks to share! Visit www.carbondalerec.com for more info.
YARN GROUP
Basalt Library hosts a weekly yarn group on Tuesdays at 5pm. All are welcome.
BIKE PROJECT
The Carbondale Bike Project Shop helps people repair their bicycles on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2 to 6pm and Sundays from noon to 6pm on the east side of Third Street Center.
FARMERS’ MARKET
The Carbondale Farmers’ Market season is underway, every Wednesday from 10am to 3pm at 4th and Main.
SENIOR LUNCH
Every Wednesday at noon, Garfield County Senior Programs provides a nutritious meal for seniors at The Orchard. To reserve a place at the table, call 970-665-0041.
BASALT BOOK CLUB
The Basalt Library hosts its Regional Book Club discussing favorite new releases and more every first Wednesday at noon.
SPARK
The Carbondale Library invites kids to “build, create, explore, concoct and invent together” on the 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th Wednesday of each month at 2pm.
SUSTAINABLE SETTINGS
Sustainable Settings welcomes volunteers every Wednesday from 2 to 4pm — just email rose@sustainablesettings.org to RSVP.
COSECHA TEXTILES
Textile enthusiasts are invited to a monthly workshop at Cosecha Textiles (95 Red Dog Road) every first Wednesday from 4 to 9pm. Register at www.cosechatextiles.com
SPANISH CLUB
Practice Spanish and enjoy specials at La Raza in Carbondale every Wednesday from 5 to 7pm.
LINE DANCING
Learn to line dance at the Carbondale Community School from 5:30 to 6:30 every Wednesday.
ASK A LAWYER
Alpine Legal Services offers a hotline clinic on Wednesdays from 5 to 7pm. Call 970-368-2246 and visit alpinelegalservices.org for the schedule of dates by legal topic.
‘SOURCE DIALOGUES’
Gary Springfield, author of “Source Dialogues: The Miracle Mechanism of Manifestation,” discusses the tenants of his book via a livestream at the Third Street Center every second and fourth Wednesday at 6:30pm.
WIGGLES OUT
Toddlers and preschoolers get their wiggles out at the Carbondale Library on Thursdays from 10:30 to 11:30am.
GERI-FIT
The Carbondale Library hosts an older-adult fitness class every Thursday from 12:15 to 1:15pm. Call 970-625-5282 ext. 3084 to register.
YOUNG AT HEART
The Art Base invites senior artists, of any level, to its “Young at heART” class hosted at the Eagle County Community Center in El Jebel (20 Eagle County Drive) every Thursday from 12:45 to 2:15pm. More details at www.theartbase.org/education/adult-workshops
UNDER THE SUN
Join Sopris Sun correspondents and guests for “Everything Under The Sun,” airing every Thursday on KDNK at 4pm.
TEEN LIBRARY COUNCIL
The Teen Library Council convenes every first Thursday at the Basalt Library at 4pm.
RODEO TIME
It’s Carbondale WIld West Rodeo season at the Gus Darien Riding Arena. Every Thursday, gates open at 5pm, slack starts at 5:45pm and grand entry is at 7:30pm. Free shuttles run from The Orchard and 4th and Colorado between 6 and 10pm. Find the list of special events at www.carbondalerodeo.com
GROUP RUN
Independence Run & Hike leads a weekly group run on Thursdays departing from the store’s location, next to the Carbondale City Market, at 6:30pm.
COFFEE WITH THE MAYOR
Carbondale Mayor Ben Bohmfalk posts up at Bonfire every Friday from 8 to 9am, and everyone is welcome to stop by to chat.
STORYTIME
Both the Carbondale and Basalt libraries host storytime for youngsters and their caregivers every Friday at 10:30am.
NATURE JOURNALING
Anyone interested in creatively documenting nature is invited to a Nature Journaling workshop at the Carbondale Library every first Friday from 1 to 2:30pm.
NONVIOLENT COMMUNICATION
Talia Starwood is offering Nonviolent Communication in Action on the last Wednesday of each month from 6:30 to 8pm. To RSVP, text 970-309-1120. Donations will be gratefully accepted.
SOBER QUEER CLUB
The Meeting Place hosts an LGBTQIA+ specific recovery meeting every first and third Saturday at 5:30pm. For more details, visit www.meetingplacecarbondale.org
SUNDAY MARKET
Basalt’s Sunday continues every Sunday through Sept. 28 along the Midland Spur from 10am to 2pm.
COSMIC WHOLENESS
Micha Shoepe leads Cosmic Wholeness, an embodied movement and meditation offering that explores patterns found in nature, the cosmos and our inner lives, at The Third Street Center every Sunday from 2:45 to 3:45pm. More details at www.michaelschoepe.com/cosmic-wholeness