Heralding poets
Colorado Humanities is on the prowl for Colorado’s next poet laureate. This position serves as an ambassador for poetry, engaging with communities across the state, conducting readings and workshops and inspiring a love for the art form. The selection process will consider a nominee’s body of work, public speaking ability and their vision for the role. Nominations are due by Oct. 27 at www.coloradohumanities.org/programs/colorado-poet-laureate
Fashion Show
Carbondale Arts announced last week that the 15th annual Fashion Show will see founder and director Amy Kimberly stepping into a mentorship role, supporting Meagan Shapiro and Emily Fifer as the new directorial team. The theme is “Step Right Up” and the deadline for designer applications is Dec. 5. Dancer auditions will take place at The Launchpad on Nov. 16 at 5pm. Aspiring models are required to preregister for casting on Dec. 7 with sessions at 2 and 5:30pm. Find all the juicy details at www.carbondalearts.com/fashion-show
FML grants
The Garfield County Federal Mineral Lease District board of directors announced $2.6 million in grants for its fall cycle, including the City of Rifle ($500,000), Town of Silt ($500,000), Battlement Mesa Metro District ($300,000), Re-2 ($300,000), Garfield County School District 16 ($200,000), the Town of New Castle ($200,000) and Grand Valley Fire Protection ($150,000).
Basalt scam
The Town of Basalt wants to make the community aware that scam emails are circulating asking residents and applicants for projects to submit payments on an attached invoice. The Town will never ask for an electronic payment for an invoice transmitted via email to the public. All Town staff and council emails are “first name dot last name at Basalt.net” — the scam email is planning.basalt@usa.com
Nieslanik crossing
The Town of Carbondale announced last week that the new Nieslanik Avenue Pedestrian Crossing on Highway 133 is open for public use. The Town reminds pedestrians and cyclists to use caution when crossing. Activate the flashing lights by pressing the button and always make sure vehicles have fully stopped before entering the crosswalk.
Born To Be Wild
The Rocky Mountain Wolf Project celebrated more than $1 million generated by sales of the Born To Be Wild state license plate toward non-lethal conflict mitigation tools through Colorado Parks and Wildlife. “The Born To Be Wild plate is a symbol of hope,” said Courtney Vail, Rocky Mountain Wolf Project’s board chair. “Every plate on the road is a vote for a wilder Colorado, ensuring recurring revenue for the state’s wildlife agency for years to come.” Learn more at www.wolfplate.org
Sneaker drive
Mountain Valley Developmental Services (MVDS) is holding an athletic shoe drive fundraiser through Nov. 11 to raise money for its day programs. Gently worn, used and new sneakers can be dropped off at the Defiance Thrift Store in Glenwood Springs, MVDS in Glenwood (700 Mt. Sopris Drive), Divine Moon in Rifle (111 W. 3rd), MVDS in Silt (580 Home Ave), MVDS in Minturn (472 Main St), GrassRoots Community Network in Aspen and KDNK in Carbondale. GotSneakers, a zero-waste sneaker recycling social enterprise, will issue funds in compensation for the collected sneakers. MVDS’ goal is to collect 500 pairs.
Low-income tax relief
Pitkin County is accepting applications for the Low-Income Property Tax Relief Program, designed in collaboration with Aspen Valley Hospital to alleviate financial burden on homeowners amidst rising property values. Applicants must own a free-market, non-deed-restricted home and have an income less than 500% of the Federal Poverty Level. The program offers rebates between $50 and $2,000 based on income. Learn more at www.bit.ly/Pitkin-relief or call 970-319-2150 for assistance.
Aspen Writers Network
The Aspen Writers Network hosts an autumn workshop, “Making Meaning in Your Personal Essay,” with author Peter Mountford on Nov. 2. This all-day workshop will hone the skill of making one’s personal story relevant to strangers. For registration visit www.bit.ly/AWN-essay
RVR trespassing
The Carbondale Police Department (CPD) has received multiple reports of unknown individuals entering vehicles and residences in River Valley Ranch at various times throughout the day and night. Residents who have security cameras in the areas of Perry Ridge Drive, Heritage Drive, Cedar Creek Drive, Lakeside Drive and surrounding areas, or may have witnessed suspicious activity, are encouraged to contact CPD at 970-963-2662. Police remind residents “to keep all home and vehicle doors and windows locked — even when at home — and to remove valuables from vehicles.”
They say it’s your birthday!
Folks celebrating another trip around the sun this week include: Alex Heinig, Oriana Moebius, Daniel Torres and Abby Zlotnick (Oct. 16); Eric Berry, Ian Edquist, Carianne Eisenson and Mike Grandbois (Oct. 18); Hannah Condon (Oct. 19); Gabe Alcala (Oct. 20); Heidi Hendricks and Caitlin Kinney (Oct. 21); Lisa Quint and Adam Ting (Oct. 22).
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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 16
SOUND BATH & ALIGNMENT
Nicole Korinek guides a sound journey from 10 to 11:30am in Room 31 of the Third Street Center.
RED HILL RESTORATION
Roaring Fork Outdoor Volunteers hosts its final trail maintenance and habitat restoration project of the season at Red Hill from 2 to 6pm. Sign up to volunteer at www.rfov.org
THIRD THURSDAY BOOK CLUB
The Third Thursday Book Club discusses “Yellowface” by R.F. Kuang at the Carbondale Library from 2 to 3:30pm.
BACK TO REALITY
The Back to Reality Book Club explores thought-provoking nonfiction at the Carbondale Library at 3pm.
ANDERSON RANCH
Anderson Ranch welcomes 15 new artists-in-residence with a presentation of their works from 4 to 5pm.
CARE FOR CAREGIVERS
True Nature invites caregivers to enjoy light movement, meditation, breathing and sharing space every first Thursday of the month from 5:30 to 7pm. Register for free at www.truenaturehealingarts.com
WILD FOR GOOD
Wilderness Workshop celebrates the launch of Wild for Good, a new report highlighting 10 Western Colorado places worth protecting, with a happy hour at Mountain Heart Brewing in Carbondale (1841 Dolores Way) from 5:30 to 7:30pm.
ISSUES & ANSWERS
The Glenwood Springs Chamber Resort Association, The Sopris Sun, Post Independent and other CoWest Noticias Collaborative members host an Issues & Answers forum with Roaring Fork School District candidates and ballot measure 7A and 7C representatives at Morgridge Commons in Glenwood Springs from 6 to 8pm. You can submit a question for consideration at www.bit.ly/oct16questions
PAINTING WITH BOB ROSS
Bob Ross (portrayed by Brian Colley) leads a paint and sip event at The Art Base (celebrating the real Bob Ross’ birthday) from 6 to 8:30pm. Register at www.theartbase.org
SPANISH CLUB
Beginning and intermediate Spanish speakers practice together at the Carbondale Library every third Thursday from 6:30 to 8pm.
CINE DE LAS MONTAÑAS
The Wheeler Opera House screens shorts from Telluride’s Mountainfilm Festival for a Spanish-speaking audience from 6:30 to 8:30pm. Sol del Valle, The Sun’s sister publication, is a media sponsor. Tickets at www.aspenshowtix.com
‘SUCK’
5 Point Film presents “SUCK” with Paddy O’Connell, “an evening of film, story and adult beginnerism” at the Crystal Theatre from 7 to 9pm.
‘THE SECRETARY’
Don’t miss the final weekend of “The Secretary” at Thunder River Theatre Company, showing tonight, tomorrow and Saturday at 7:30pm and Sunday at 2pm. Tickets at www.thunderrivertheatre.com
HANNA VON B
Singer-songwriter Hanna von B plays at El Dorado at 8pm.
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 17
NATURE IN THE STUDIO
Dan Young guides a weekend landscape oil painting workshop, “Bringing Nature Into the Studio,” at The Art Base from 9am to 4pm today, tomorrow and Sunday. Register at www.theartbase.org
TRAUMA RELEASE
The Center for Human Flourishing hosts a two-day tension/trauma release exercises workshop from 2 to 9pm today and 10am to 5pm tomorrow. Register at www.tcfhf.org
‘1946’
Catch a screening of “1946,” a documentary about a biblical mistranslation spurring homophobia across the world, at the Carbondale Library with dinner provided at 6pm. Donations benefit Roaring Fork PFLAG.
SHINING MOUNTAINS FILM
The Shining Mountains Film Festival brings Native films and documentaries “that reveal the unspoken history of our nation” to the Wheeler Opera House today (6:30-9pm), tomorrow (2-4:30pm) and Sunday (6:30-9pm). Tickets at www.wheeleroperahouse.com
HIGH COUNTRY SINFONIA
Catch a free High Country Sinfonia concert (donations appreciated) at the Christ Episcopal Church in Aspen at 6:30pm tonight and Sunday, Oct. 19 at the River Valley Ranch barn in Carbondale at 4pm with a reception to follow.
CRYSTAL THEATRE
The Crystal Theatre Alliance screens “One Battle After Another” tonight and tomorrow at 7pm and Sunday at 5pm (captioned).
ELECTRIC BLUE YONDER
Catch a band of “space folk explorers” from Alabama at Steve’s Guitars at 8pm. Tickets at www.stevesguitars.net
CONSENSUAL IMPROV
Consensual Improv, the Valley’s premier improv comedy troupe, performs at TACAW at 8pm. Tickets at www.tacaw.org
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 18
HIGHWAY CLEAN-UP
The Carbondale Rotary Club meets at the Red Hill parking lot at 8:30am to clean a section of Highway 82. Volunteers will be provided lunch with an RSVP to 970-948-1369.
NO KINGS
Mountain Action Indivisible rallies opposition to the Trump administration at Bethel Plaza at noon, followed by a march along Grand Avenue, with music, activities and more. This is part of a national day of action.
SUNLIGHT PICNIC
Sunlight Mountain Resort hosts its first annual Skier Picnic from 10am to 2pm with live music, a buffet, face painting, a bounce house, pumpkin carving and a cornhole tournament. Plus, a retired chair from the old lifts will be given away.
SWAP IT LIKE IT’S HOT
The Basalt Library hosts its free annual clothing swap from 10am to 2pm.
BILINGUAL STORYTIME
Children (3 and older) and their guardians are invited to bilingual storytime at the Carbondale Library every third Saturday from 10:30 to 11:30am.
DUNGEONS & DRAGONS
The Glenwood Springs Library hosts a Dungeons & Dragons campaign from 2 to 5pm recommended for ages 12 and up. Sign up at the front desk.
CRAFTERNOON
The Carbondale Library invites you to make beaded wire jewelry from 2 to 4pm. Register by calling 970–963-2889.
OKTOBERFEST
Oktoberfest returns to Carbondale, now organized as a fundraiser for and by the Carbondale Education Foundation. From 4 to 10pm, classic offerings will return, including hammerschlagen, a beer stein-holding competition, authentic food offerings, live music and (of course) delicious beer! Learn more at www.carbondaleeducationfoundation.org
TEEN NIGHT
TACAW hosts a Halloween dance party for teens at 7pm. Tickets at www.tacaw.org
D’LOVELIES
Steve’s Guitars presents d’Lovelies, a high-energy swing band from Lyons, performing at 8pm. Tickets at www.stevesguitars.net
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 19
HALLOWEEN HUSTLE
Support the Advocate Safehouse Project by joining the third annual Halloween Hustle for Charity in Glenwood Springs, open to racers of all ages and abilities. Registration opens at 8:30am and the races start at 9:30am. Costumes are encouraged! Learn more at www.advocatesafehouseproject.org/halloween-hustle
‘THE WIZARD OF OZ’
The Aspen Choral Society presents a fundraiser screening of “The Wizard of Oz” at the Crystal Theatre at 2pm, followed by dinner at La Raza. Tickets at www.aspenchoralsociety.org/events
POETS & WRITERS
The Carbondale Library hosts a poets and writers group every third Sunday from 3 to 5pm.
TEEN OPEN MIC & JAM
Teens are invited to the Bluebird Cafe in Glenwood Springs for an open mic and jam session from 5 to 7pm.
MONDAY, OCTOBER 20
BALLOT REVIEW
The Basalt Library, Basalt Chamber of Commerce and Count Me In Colorado present an information session on statewide ballot issues for this November election. The nonpartisan event will not promote any position or measure, but it will provide pro and con perspectives. It takes place at the library from noon to 1:30pm.
COMMUNICATION INTELLIGENCE
Nicole Elias Seawell teaches “Communication Intelligence & The Enneagram” at True Nature from 4 to 5:30pm. Tickets at www.truenaturehealingarts.com
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 21
MAH JONGG
Drop in on games of American Mah Jongg at the Carbondale Library from 1:30 to 3:30pm. Adult players of all levels are welcome.
GRIEF SUPPORT
Sopris Lodge and HomeCare Hospice of the Valley host compassionate speakers offering guidance, support and connection related to the loss of a loved one from 3:30 to 5pm. Register at www.soprislodge.com
PUBLIC SPEAKING
Practice public speaking in a supportive and fun environment at COVENTURE (201 Main Street, Carbondale) from 5:30 to 6:30pm. Register at coventure.io
DRAWING CLUB
The Roaring Fork Drawing Club gathers at the Cattle Creek Thrift Store at 6:30pm for casual arting in creative company.
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 22
INTERNET SECURITY
Basalt Library teaches about online safety from 2:30 to 3:30pm.
SPOOKTOBER
The Crystal Theatre Alliance continues its Spooktober screenings with “Hocus Pocus” today at 3:30pm and again on Wednesday, Oct. 29 at 2pm. Things get really scary tonight with a 7pm showing of “28 Days Later.” For more spooky screenings this month, visit www.crystaltheatrecarbondale.com
TEEN CREATIVE WRITING
Basalt Library invites teens to share poems, stories, songs and more from 3:45 to 4:45pm.
RAGING GRANNIES
All are welcome to join the Raging Grannies, singing for a healthy planet and a kind world, on Wednesdays at the Two Rivers Unitarian Universalists office at the Third Street Center from 4:30 to 5:45pm.
WOMEN’S WORKSHOP
Basalt Library hosts a three-part series for women “ready to shake off what no longer fits and discover fresh energy, clarity and confidence” on Wednesdays from 5 to 6:30pm. This first session will explore “What are you tolerating?”
MUSHROOM TERRARIUMS
The Botany Houseplant Shop hosts a tropical plant terrarium building workshop, with a mushroom twist, from 5:30 to 7:30pm. Details at www.botanyhouseplantshop.com
‘BICYCLING WITH BUTTERFLIES”
Basalt Library invites discussion of Sara Dykman’s “Bicycling with Butterflies” at 5:30pm. As this year’s Common Reader selection, the author will present at Colorado Mountain College’s Rifle campus on Oct. 24 at 6pm, Aspen campus on Oct. 27 at noon and Spring Valley campus on Oct. 27 at 6pm. Free copies of the book are available at CMC campuses and local libraries.
SPRING VALLEY RANCH
The Garfield County Planning Commission holds a public meeting regarding the proposed Spring Valley Ranch PUD at 6pm at Colorado Mountain College’s Spring Valley campus.
‘HUMANS 2.0’
The Wheeler Opera House presents “Humans 2.0,” a circus performance by Yaron Lifschitz and the Circa Ensemble, at 6:30pm. Tickets at www.wheeleroperahouse.com
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 23
NEW MOON HEALING
True Nature welcomes back Jenutza Falco for an evening of “guided meditation, channeled messages from spirit, a moderated share circle and Reiki energy healing for all” from 3:30 to 6pm. Tickets at www.truenaturehealingarts.com
WRITING WORKSHOP
Local writers are invited to write, reflect and grow with others at the Carbondale Library from 5 to 7pm.
BUDDY HOUR
The Buddy Program fills folks in on mentorship opportunities during happy hour at The Hoffman Hotel from 5:30 to 7pm. Details at www.buddyprogram.org
NATURAL DYEING
Amanda Carotenuto guides a natural dye and vegetable printing workshop at Rock Bottom Ranch from 5:30 to 7:30pm. Register at www.aspennature.org
MUSIC AT THE LIBRARY
The Roaring Fork Valley String Quartet performs at the Basalt Library at 5:30pm.
‘WAR OF THE WORLDS’
Sol Theatre Company and Sopris Soarers present “War of the Worlds: A Radio Play” at Thunder River Theatre tonight, tomorrow and Saturday at 6pm and Sunday at 2pm. Tickets at soltheatrecompany.org/currentproduction
MOUNTAIN BIKE FILMS
The Roaring Fork Mountain Bike Association (RFMBA) presents the Freehub Film Festival at the Crystal Theatre at 7pm. Tickets at www.tinyurl.com/RFMBAfilm
MARTIN SEXTON
Guitarist Martin Sexton covers “Abbey Road” by The Beatles at TACAW at 8pm. Tickets at www.tacaw.org
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 24
DÍA DE LOS MUERTOS
The Carbondale Library prepares for Día de los Muertos with a festive crown-making workshop from 3 to 5pm. Materials provided!
THE GREAT ESCAPE
Basalt Library hosts “The Great Escape: Haunted Library Edition” from 5:30 to 7pm. The first team to solve every puzzle will win a prize. Registration is required at www.bit.ly/library-escape
ZOMBIE CRAWL
Carbondale’s annual Zombie Crawl kicks off at El Dorado with music by Heady Hooligan and DJ Da Walrus from 7 to 10pm.
GIRL WINTER FILM TOUR
TACAW presents a night of women-centric short ski films at 7pm. Tickets at www.tacaw.org
NATIVE AMERICAN COMEDY
The Wheeler Opera House presents “Legends of Native American Comedy” at 7pm featuring Jim Ruel, Ernest Tsosie III and Monique Moreau. Tickets at www.wheeleroperahouse.com
JOHN GORKA
Catch John Gorka performing at Steve’s Guitars at 8pm. Tickets at www.stevesguitars.net
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 25
COMMUNITY RAKU FIRING
The Carbondale Clay Center invites the community to observe or participate in (with registration) a raku firing session at its outdoor kiln from noon to 5pm. Details at www.carbondaleclay.org
SKI SWAP
Sunlight Ski & Bike Shop hosts a ski swap from 9am to 4pm. Items for sale should be dropped off on Friday, Oct. 24 from 4 to 6pm. Unsold items will be returned right after the swap.
‘POWER OF THE SEED’
Jan Garrett, JD Martin and Marcy Baruch perform “The Power of the Seed” at the Third Street Center at 6pm — “planting freedom, harmony and a seasoned sense of good humor in these turbulent times.”
NUESTRAS VOCES
VOICES presents “Nuestras Voces, Teatro en Español” at the Ute Theater in Rifle tonight at 7:30pm and tomorrow at 2pm. This year’s Spanish-language production is called “ANHELO un café con estrellas.” Tickets at www.voicesrfv.org/nuestras-voces
FOOL HOUSE
TACAW throws an early Halloween party with Fool House, a ‘90s tribute concert, at 8:30pm. Tickets at www.tacaw.org
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 26
MEN’S RETREAT
HeadQuarters hosts “Men are from Mars,” a men’s mindfulness retreat, at 13 Moons Ranch from 9am to 3pm. Register at www.headq.org
‘BUILT FOR THE BARN’
WindWalkers (1030 County Road 102) hosts a ranch-style body building competition, “Built for the Barn,” with registration starting at 9am. Teams of three compete from 10am to noon followed by a “Build for Fun” event, open to all ages, from 1 to 2pm. Register at www.windwalkers.org
SEED SWAP
KDNK hosts a community seed swap from 2 to 4pm.
RECOVERY-O-LANTERN
The Meeting Place (981 Cowen Drive) hosts its annual pumpkin carving party from 3 to 5pm. Bring your own pumpkin; carving supplies will be provided.