River flows
According to the Roaring Fork Conservancy’s weekly river report published July 3, “rivers in the Roaring Fork Watershed continue to decrease toward summer base flows earlier than usual, resulting in flows 23-42% of normal for this time of year.” Water releases from Ruedi Reservoir aim to boost flows and support endangered fish recovery efforts near Grand Junction.
Carbondale water
The Town of Carbondale Utilities Department is urging residents to conserve water following a failure at one of the pressure reducing valves on the Nettle Creek transmission line, resulting in decreased flows into town. “Although we are currently able to meet the Town’s water demand, our main water supply is experiencing a lower-than-average flow rate this year,” a press release stated. Carbondale residents are asked to avoid outdoor irrigation using potable water between 10am and 3pm and follow the odd/even address watering schedule, with even-numbered houses watering on even-numbered days and vice-versa. If conditions worsen, the Town will issue water restrictions.
Drought resiliency
The Town of Carbondale invites you to learn how to prepare for potentially dangerous drought conditions this summer, from 6 to 7pm at the Third Street Center on July 21. Hear about updates to the Town’s drought resiliency planning from 2018 to understand how this affects you — in our parks, rivers and your backyard (including wildfire preparedness). For more information, contact gwen@gwengarcelon.com
Shoshone
The Colorado River District is soliciting written public comments to the Colorado Water Conservation Board in support of preserving the Shoshone Hydropower Plant’s historic water rights — protecting agriculture, recreation and ecosystems along the Colorado River. The deadline to comment is Sept. 18, learn more at www.keepshoshoneflowing.org
No vaping!
According to a press release, “On June 10, Aspen City Council approved an update to the City’s Clean Air Act, officially banning the use of vapes and e-cigarettes in all public areas where smoking is already prohibited.” The city-wide law goes into effect on July 10. Vaping is not allowed at places of employment, indoor public spaces, outdoor service areas (from restaurant patios to bus stops), Galena Plaza and the Aspen Rec Center, during outdoor public events or within 25 feet of a public entrance. Vaping is still permitted in outdoor areas not specified in the ordinance, private residences and in cigar bars established before Dec. 31, 2005.
Childcare assistance
Kids First and the City of Aspen are accepting applications from parents and guardians of children under 5 years old for financial assistance toward childcare. Applicants must meet income eligibility requirements, have a child attending a participating Pitkin County childcare program and live or work within the Aspen Urban Growth Boundary. Applications are due Aug. 1 and assistance begins Sept. 1. For more information or to apply, visit www.aspen.gov/316/Financial-Aid
PBS joins lawsuit
Last month, three Colorado radio stations (including Aspen Public Radio) joined a lawsuit with NPR against President Donald Trump’s executive order that aims to cut funding for NPR and PBS. Now, public television broadcaster Rocky Mountain PBS is joining the legal fray, supporting the lawsuit. Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser, who once served on the board of Rocky Mountain PBS, is actively participating. “Cuts to public broadcasting won’t just rob us of programming many of us cherish, they will create real danger by reducing our ability to get critical emergency notifications to the public,” stated Weiser, “especially to people in rural and tribal communities.”
Concealed handgun permits
New requirements for concealed carry permits went into effect on July 1. New applicants must complete an eight-hour training from a verified instructor or hold a current certification as a peace officer. Renewal applicants must show one of the following: participation in organized shooting competitions, current military service or certification as a peace officer; being a verified instructor for firearms safety courses; honorable discharge from the military or retirement from Colorado law enforcement; completion of an eight-hour training; or completion of a two-hour refresher course with a passing score. A list of verified instructors exists on the Garfield County Sheriff’s Office website.
988 Colorado
Following the Trump administration’s decision to discontinue the LGBTQ+ service option at the national 988 hotline, the Colorado Behavioral Health Administration and the 988 Enterprise board of directors affirmed that the Colorado 988 Mental Health Hotline will continue to answer any call originating from Colorado, regardless of someone’s gender or sexual orientation, and connect them with trained professionals.
They say it’s your birthday!
Folks celebrating another trip around the sun this week include: Peter Gilbert and Rita Marsh (July 10); Art Ackerman, Joanne Kaufman, Monica Munoz, Danny Muse, Mellie Rose, Bill Spence and Bob Young (July 11); Ian Bays, Ariana Gradow, Solomon Liston, Rebecca Self and Summer Scott (July 13); Ben Isak Green, Andrew Halloran-Taylor, John Tolan and Britney White (July 14); Meghan Gillespie (July 15); Diana Alcantara, Katie Browne, Bel Carpenter, Tony Spires and Niki Turner (July 16).
~ C A L E N D A R ~
THURSDAY, JULY 10
NONFICTION BOOK CLUB
The Carbondale Library invites you to read a nonfiction book by a foreign author to discuss with the library group from 2 to 3pm.
‘SAVE THE LAND’
Aspen Valley Land Trust hosts its “Save the Land” fundraiser at T-Lazy-7 Ranch Lodge from 5 to 9:30pm. Tickets are sold out. To join the waitlist, visit www.avlt.org
MEN’S GROUP
HeadQuarters welcomes men to talk about “manifesting” from 6 to 7:30pm at 23400 Two Rivers Road in Basalt.
‘DARE TO DREAM’
Stage of Life Theatre Company presents “Disney’s Dare to Dream Jr.” tonight at 6pm and tomorrow at 2pm at Roaring Fork High School’s auditeria.
CRYSTAL THEATRE
“F1 The Movie” continues at the Crystal Theatre tonight, tomorrow, Saturday and Monday at 7pm. Sunday’s show is at 5pm.
MOVIE UNDER THE BRIDGE
The City of Glenwood Springs screens “Kung Fu Panda 4” in Bethel Plaza, under the Grand Avenue Bridge, at 8pm.
FULL MOON CRUISE
Grab your bike and meet on the west side of Sopris Park for a 9pm cycle around town!
FRIDAY, JULY 11
PARTY AT TOKLAT
The Aspen Center for Environmental Studies hosts a summer party at The Catto Center at Toklat, which was restored and reopened last year, from 2 to 6pm. Register at www.aspennature.org
MUSIC UNDER THE BRIDGE
Mountain People performs at Bethel Plaza, under the Grand Avenue Bridge, from 4:30 to 7:30pm.
CARBONDALE ARTS
Catch the opening reception for “The Muses Don’t Tell Me Sh*t” by Vallee Noone and “Oddly Familiar” by Chad Knowles at the Carbondale Arts gallery from 5 to 7pm. Both exhibits will remain on display through Aug. 14, weekdays from 10am to 5pm.
ARTISTS RECEPTION
The Ann Korologos Gallery hosts an artists reception for its exhibit, “Landscapes, Legends and Light,” made up of 100 works by 44 different artists, from 5 to 7pm. The exhibit will be up through Aug. 2.
ART TURNS 100
The community is invited to celebrate KDNK DJ Art Ackerman’s 100th birthday at the Third Street Center from 5:30 to 7:30pm.
LA COMEDIAN
Los Angeles-based stand-up comedian, actor and writer Irene Tu performs at The Collective at 7:30pm as part of Snowmass Comedy Weekend. Find tickets and the weekend’s lineup at www.thecollectivesnowmass.com
ALPINE PERFORMANCE LABS
Check out the grand opening of Alpine Performance Labs at 826 Highway 133 Unit A2 from 5:30 to 8pm. RSVP at www.bit.ly/APLopening
STARFISH ENTERPRISE
Catch local music masters Starfish Enterprise performing at Willits Triangle Park from 5:30 to 7pm.
SATURDAY, JULY 12
ART, HEALING + HOPE
Join Sheri Gaynor for artistic exploration designed to alleviate stress from 9:30 to 11:30am at The Art Base in Basalt.
LIFE AFTER 70
A group of elders meets on the second Saturday of each month at the Carbondale Library to discuss all aspects of aging from 10:30 to noon. To RSVP, call 970-963-2889.
SMASH BROS. TOURNEY
The Glenwood Springs Library hosts an all-ages Super Smash Bros. tournament from 1 to 3pm. To register, call 970-945-5958.
EAT YOUR WEEDS
Learn how to identify and use edible and medicinal plants growing wild in your backyard with a Colorado Mountain College class at the Carbondale Historic Food Forest from 1 to 3pm. To register, visit www.coloradomtn.augusoft.net
BILL MORROW
Friends of Bill Morrow are invited to honor his life and legacy at the Carbondale Library beginning at 2pm. Photos can be emailed to nanceyglass@yahoo.com for inclusion in a slideshow. Attendees are encouraged to wear overalls.
MEDICINAL LAUGHTER
Snowmass Comedy WKND presents “Laughter is the Best Medicine,” a free panel discussion, at The Collective at 4pm.
WILD FUTURE LAB
Kairos Futura presents “Upcycling with Imagination and Innovation” from 4 to 7pm. “Participants will work with local garment waste, transforming fabric into prototypes for a more regenerative future.” To RSVP, email director@thefutureisonearth.org
JOURNALISM TALK
Aspen Journalism Editor Curtis Wackerle speaks with Stephen Engelberg, editor-in-chief of ProPublica, regarding the state of independent journalism at the Albright Pavilion in Aspen Meadows at 4:30pm. RSVP at www.aspenjournalism.org
GUIDED DREAM WORK
Natalia Snider guides a donation-based dream workshop at The Meeting Place in Carbondale from 5 to 7pm. RSVP at www.givebutter.com/hpwv6V
TUPPERWARE PARTY
Thunder River Theatre Company hosts “A Tupperware Party with Dixie Longate” at a private residence in River Valley Ranch at 6pm ahead of a ThunderChat presentation at El Dorado tomorrow at 6pm. Find tickets at www.thunderrivertheatre.com
REDSTONE CONCERT
The Delta Sonics perform this week’s Magical Moments Concert at Redstone Park from 6 to 8pm.
CASH BYERS
Catch Cash Byers performing at Steve’s Guitars at 8pm. Tickets at www.stevesguitars.net
ANDREW DUHON
Singer-songwriter Andrew Duhon performs at TACAW at 8pm. Tickets at www.tacaw.org
SUNDAY, JULY 13
WILD WATERCOLORING
Artist Nika Meyers guides watercoloring and hiking around Toklat and the upper Castle Creek Valley from 8am to 2pm. Register at www.aspennature.org
RIPARIAN ECOSYSTEMS
Learn the importance of riparian landscapes for plant and animal diversity with Colorado Mountain College in Carbondale from 9:30am to noon. To register, visit www.coloradomtn.augusoft.net
COME PLAY
Carmen Iacino presents “It’s all about what is happening on the metaphysical level” at A Spiritual Center (Third Street Center, Room 31) from 10 to 11:30am.
ECSTATIC DANCE
DJ Dustin Eli guides an ecstatic dance at 13 Moons Ranch from 6 to 8pm.
ASPEN FILM
Catch “One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest” at the Aspen Film Isis Theatre at 7pm.
MONDAY, JULY 14
WALKING CLUB
The Walking Club, hosted by Cook Inclusive, will meet on the south side of the Brush Creek Park and Ride at 5pm. The Walking Club plans to explore different paved paths throughout the Valley every Monday for about an hour. All are welcome. For details, contact libby@cookinclusive.org
TUESDAY, JULY 15
CONCENTRIC RECOVERY
True Nature hosts its “Concentric Recovery Monthly Meeting” from 5:30 to 6:45pm. More details at www.truenaturehealingarts.com
GUARDIANS FILM
Aspen Film and Wilderness Workshop present “We Are Guardians,” a documentary about Indigenous guardians of the Amazon Rainforest, at the AF Isis Theatre at 7:30pm.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 16
COMMUNITY ACUPUNCTURE
Colorado Community Acupuncture offers acupuncture sessions on the third Wednesday of each month with sliding scale payment options. Owner/acupuncturist Annie Van Druten’s birthday is July 19 — you can help her celebrate by gifting yourself a session. To schedule an appointment, text or call 970-963-2150 or visit www.cocommunityacupuncture.com for more offerings.
‘UTE KNOWLEDGE’
The Aspen Historical Society opens an exhibit from History Colorado and National Science Foundation, “Ute Knowledge,” telling the story of how Utes used science, technology, engineering and math to survive and thrive in the Rocky Mountains, at the Archives Building Community Gallery. The exhibit will be on display from noon to 5pm Tuesdays through Saturdays until Oct. 15. More details at www.aspenhistory.org
ANIMATED FILMS
Aspen Film brings a selection of animated short films to the Basalt Library from 1 to 3pm. Registration is required at www.basaltlibrary.org
VICTORIA PENNOCK
Catch Victoria Pennock performing music at the Carbondale Library at 2pm before she heads to the Rifle Library for another performance at 6pm. Tomorrow, July 17, she will perform at the Glenwood Springs Library at 6pm.
BASALT MUSIC
Jill Andrews opens for Langhorne Slim at the Basalt River Park free concert beginning at 5:30pm.
THURSDAY, JULY 17
COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS
Adults are invited to mingle and chat outside the Glenwood Springs Library from 10 to 11:30am today and Thursday, July 31. Spanish-speaking adults are invited to the Rifle Library from 12:30 to 1:30pm for a like opportunity. For more details, call 970-945-5958.
SPANISH CONVERSATIONS
Beginner and intermediate Spanish speakers are invited to practice with one another at the Carbondale Library every first and third Thursday from 6:30 to 8pm. For more details, call 970-963-2889.
HIROYA TSUKAMOTO
Japanese guitarist Hiroya Tsukamoto performs at the Third Street Center at 7pm. Tickets at www.bit.ly/Tsukamoto
‘CABARET’
Stage of Life Theatre Company presents “Cabaret” at the Thunder River Theatre tonight, tomorrow and Saturday at 7:30pm and Sunday at 2pm. Showtimes repeat next week. Find tickets at www.soltheatrecompany.org
MOVIE UNDER THE BRIDGE
The City of Glenwood Springs screens “Transformers One” in Bethel Plaza, under the Grand Avenue Bridge, at 8pm.
FRIDAY, JULY 18
HOMELAND SECURITY
The Aspen Institute presents “Homeland Security in a Changing World: Immigration, Threats and the Future of U.S. Policy,” former Secretary of Homeland Security and General Counsel for the Department of Defense Jeh Johnson, at the Greenwald Pavilion in Aspen from 4 to 5pm. Register at www.aspeninstitute.org/events/jehjohnson
ROBIN WALL KIMMERER
Indigenous scientist and author Robin Wall Kimmerer speaks at the Paepcke Auditorium at 5pm as part of the William A. Nitze Community Lecture series. Join the waitlist at www.aspennature.org
COMEDY OPEN MIC
Local and visiting comedians perform during an open mic night at the Collective in Snowmass at 7:30pm. To sign up for stage time or RSVP for priority seating, visit www.thecollectivesnowmass.com
JOHN JOHN BROWN
Steve’s Guitars welcomes a performance by John John Brown at 8pm. For tickets, visit www.stevesguitars.net
HAPPY PLACE
Adam Cayton-Holland presents “Happy Place,” a one-man show, at TACAW at 8pm.
SATURDAY, JULY 19
40 YEARS OF THE CRYSTAL
The Crystal Theatre marks its 40th Anniversary under the stewardship of Bob and Kathy Ezra with a fundraiser for the Crystal Theatre Alliance featuring contests, door prizes and two throwback films from the theater’s opening era: Kathy’s pick, “True Stories,” shows at 5pm and Bob’s pick, “Pee Wee’s Big Adventure,” at 8pm. Learn more about the Crystal Theatre Alliance at www.crystaltheatrecarbondale.com/nonprofit
CAROLYN SHULMAN
Carolyn Shulman performs music at Steve’s Guitars at 8pm. Tickets at www.stevesguitars.net
SUNDAY, JULY 20
POETS & WRITERS
The Carbondale Library hosts a poets and writers group every third Sunday through December from 3 to 5pm. For more details, call 970-963-2889.
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
ROARING FORK ZEN
A new Zen meditation community based in Carbondale gathers at True Nature to sit from 8 to 9am on Mondays weekly.
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.
CRYSTAL RIVER AIKIKAI
Crystal River Aikikai offers aikido classes for kids from 4:45 to 5:45pm and teens and adults from 6 to 7pm on Mondays at 13 Moons Ranch, south of Carbondale.
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.
COMMUNITY ACUPUNCTURE
Colorado Community Acupuncture offers community acupuncture sessions on the third Wednesday of each month with sliding scale payment options. To schedule an appointment, text or call 970-963-2150 or visit www.cocommunityacupuncture.com for more offerings.
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 Schoepe 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