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2009 Summer Calendar
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DAILY

JUNE 1 – SEPTEMBER 6
SKATEBOARDING CAMP presented by Radio Boardshop includes all youth ages from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Rio Grande Skate Park. 925.9373

JUNE 19 – SEPTEMBER 7
SILVER QUEEN GONDOLA open for daily service to the top of Aspen Mountain. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 925.1220

JUNE 19 – SEPTEMBER 7
ASPEN MOUNTAIN ACTIVITIES The mountain is open daily with disc golf, a climbing wall, Eurobungy trampoline, obstacle course, silver nugget dig and lots of kids activities and lunch available at The Sundeck daily. 925.1220

JUNE 23 – AUGUST 22
THEATRE ASPEN presents a rotation of “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee,” “Chapter Two,” and “A Year with Frog and Toad” at the theater tent in Rio Grande Park every day but Sunday. Call for show dates and times. 925.9313

JUNE 24 – SEPTEMBER 7
BURLINGAME CHAIRLIFT at Snowmass opens for on-mountain hiking, biking and scenic enjoyment Chairlift runs 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. 800.SNOWMASS

JULY 5 – AUGUST 16
SUMMER FILM SERIES Independent and foreign films presented by Aspen Film. 8 p.m. Sundays and Mondays at Paepcke Auditorium 925.6882

JULY 13 – AUGUST 28
ART WORKSHOPS presented by the Red Brick Center for the Arts for adults and children. Call 429.2777 for more information.

JUNE 20 – SEPTEMBER 4
DAILY HIKES WITH ACES The Aspen Center for Environmental Studies offers daily hikes and programs at Maroon Bells, Snowmass, Aspen Mountain, Ashcroft Ghost Town and “Eagles, Hawks and Owls,” which offers encounters with resident birds of prey at the Hallam Lake Nature Preserve. Enjoy sunset beaver walks at Hallam Lake on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 7:30 p.m.  Custom hikes are also available.  970.925.5756

WEEKDAYS

JUNE 1 – SEPTEMBER 4
CAMP ASPEN/SNOWMASS Daily summer camp for ages two through teens. Activities include mountainboarding, skateboarding, paintball, mountain biking and more. Weekend privates, an indoor skate ramp, them and nature days, swimming and a variety of activity combinations make this a must-do summer adventure camp. Open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. 923-TREE

MONDAYS

JUNE 19 – AUGUST 17
ASPEN MUSIC FESTIVAL AND SCHOOL presents Chamber Music at 6 p.m. Mondays at Harris Concert Hall or the Benedict Music Tent. 925.9042

TUESDAYS

TUESDAY WRITERS GROUP An Aspen Writers’ Foundation read-and-critque forum. Free and open to writers of all genres and levels. Drop-ins welcome. 7 p.m. Tuesdays at the Red Brick Center for the Arts, 110 E. Hallam St. in Aspen. 925.3122, ext. 4

JUNE 16 – SEPTEMBER
TIME TRAVEL TUESDAYS The Aspen Historical Society presents a series of talks related to Aspen’s history and components of the times. $5 suggested donation. 925.3721

JULY 7 – AUGUST 18TH
GREEN SERIES The Aspen Center of Environmental Studies presents this new series that features regional experts who are committed to making the Roaring Fork Valley a greener place to live. Every other Tuesday 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Registration required. 925.5756

JUNE 19 – AUGUST 17
ASPEN MUSIC FESTIVAL AND SCHOOL presents the American Academy of Conducting Orchestra. Free. 4 p.m. Tuesdays at the Benedict Music Tent. 925-9042

JUNE 30 – AUGUST 25
TUESDAYS WITH MICHAEL Enjoy live music, great food and family entertainment on the outdoor deck at the Aspen Club and Spa. 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. (June 30, July 14, 28, August 11, 25) 925.8900

WEDNESDAYS

JUNE 10 – JULY 29
BASALT SUMMER MUSIC SERIES Live free music every Wednesday night at 5:30 p.m. alternating between Lions Park Downtown and Triangle Park at Willits Town Center. 927.4031

JUNE 10 – SEPTEMBER 30
CARBONDALE FARMERS’ MARKET The vendors at the farmers’ market sell fresh fruit, produce, breads, arts, crafts, and live music. Located in Carbondales Downtown Plaza. 963.1890

JUNE 17 – AUGUST 19
37TH ANNUAL SNOWMASS RODEO The oldest consecutively running community rodeo in the state returns to Snowmass, with mutton bustin’ for the kids, bull riding, barrel racing and more for adults, barbecues and campfire sing-a-longs. Barbecue begins at 5 p.m., rodeo at 7 p.m., Wednesdays at the Snowmass Rodeo Grounds. 800.SNOWMASS

JUNE 17 – AUGUST 19
HEINZ R. PAGELS PUBLIC LECTURES could also title it FREE PHYSICS LECTURES presented by the Aspen Center for Physics. 6:30 p.m. in Paepcke Auditorium (June 17, July 8, 15, 22, 29, Aug 19). 925.2585

JUNE 19 – AUGUST 17
ASPEN MUSIC FESTIVAL AND SCHOOL presents High Notes Discussions. 12 p.m. Wednesdays at various locations. 925.9042

JUNE 24 THROUGH AUGUST 19
NATURAL HISTORY HIKES The Aspen Center for Environmental Studies leads informative hikes every week to Cathedral Lake, American Lake and the Lost Man Trail on Independence Pass. Start times vary. ($50 for non-members, $40 members). 925.5756

THURSDAYS

ASPEN SOJOURNER ARTWALK More than two dozen galleries participate from 5-9??? the first Thursday of every month. Start at any participating gallery. Call for details, or look for the red balloons in Aspen and Aspen Highlands. For more gallery events, see page ???? in the Art & Dining Guide. 925.7809

MAY 29 – AUGUST 13
FREE PHYSICS DIALOGUES presented by the Aspen Center for Physics. 5:30 p.m. at the Physics Center, 6th and Gillespie (May 29, June 4, 24, July 1, Aug 13). 925.2585

JUNE 4 – AUGUST 20
WILD WEST RODEO A full-scale rodeo with bull riding, calf roping, team roping, mutton busting, daily ribbon roping and a calf scramble for kids. Gates open at 6 p.m.; rodeo begins at 7:30 p.m. Thursdays at the Gus Dairen Arena, one mile east of Carbondale on Catherine Store Road. 618.6824

JULY 2 – AUGUST 6
SNOWMASS FREE CONCERT SERIES The L.A. Times calls it “one of the best line-ups of free music in the nation”. 6 p.m. Thursdays on Fanny Hill. 800.SNOWMASS

FRIDAYS
JUNE 19 – AUGUST 17
ASPEN MUSIC FESTIVAL AND SCHOOL presents the Aspen Chamber Symphony dress rehearsals. 9:30 a.m. Fridays at the Benedict Music Tent. $10 for entry; the lawn is free. 925.9042

YEAR-ROUND
FIRST FRIDAY Walk the streets and enjoy the innovative art of Carbondale exploring galleries, business open houses and special events. 6 – 8 p.m. the first Friday of every month. 963.1680

FIRST FRIDAY
LOCAL ARTISTS EXHIBIT presented by Radio Boardshop. Showcases local artists’ works the first Friday in June, July, & August from 8 – 10. 925.9373

JUNE 26 – AUGUST 21
PHOTO FIELD DAYS The Aspen Center of Environmental Studies offers individuals the opportunity to visit some of the best photo locations in the valley as you learn and review some basic photo techniques. 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. ($50 for non-members, $40 members). Saturdays June 26, July 17, and Aug. 7 925.5756

SATURDAYS

JUNE 19 - OCTOBER 17
ASPEN FARMERS’ MARKET Fresh fruits and vegetables, crafts and live music. 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays on the corner of East Hopkins and South Hunter streets in downtown Aspen. 379.1346

JUNE 19 – AUGUST 17
ASPEN MUSIC FESTIVAL AND SCHOOL presents Music on the Mountain. A lift ticket is required for the gondola, or hike or bike to the top of the mountain. 1p.m. Saturdays at the top of Aspen Mountain. 925.9042

JUNE 20 THROUGH AUGUST 31
CAMPFIRE TALKES Sit around the campfire with an Aspen Center for Environmental Studies naturalist. Free. 7 p.m. Saturdays at Difficult Campground. 925.5756

JUNE 27 THROUGH AUGUST 15
WILDFLOWER WALK The Aspen Center for Environmental Studies offers naturalist-guided wildflower walks with the local author of the Wild at Heart field guide, Janis Huggins. ($65 for non-members. $55 for members). 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturdays June 27, July 25 and August 15. Meet at the Hallam Lake Nature Center in Aspen. 925.5756

JULY 11 – AUGUST 29
PLAYING WITH THE PAST The Aspen Historical Society presents a children’s program that includes fun activities related to the past, such as candle making and butter churning. 10 a.m. reservations recommended. 925.3721 x 107

SUNDAYS
JUNE 19 – AUGUST 17
ASPEN MUSIC FESTIVAL AND SCHOOL presents Aspen Festival Orchestra dress rehearsals. 9:30 a.m. Sundays at the Benedict Music Tent. $15 for entry; the lawn is free. 925.9042

JUNE 21 – OCTOBER 11
BASALT SUNDAY MARKET locally grown produce, artists, & cooking demonstrations every Sunday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in downtown Basalt. 927.4031

MID-JUNE – AUGUST
BLUEGRASS SUNDAYS Noon to 3 p.m. outside the Sundeck on Aspen Mountain. The concert is free. A lift ticket is required for the gondola, or hike or bike to the top of the mountain. 925.1220

WEEKENDS ONLY

MAY 23-24 – JUNE 13-14

SILVER QUEEN GONDOLA opens for weekend service to the top of Aspen Mountain. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 925.1220
MAY 23-24 – JUNE 13-14

ASPEN MOUNTAIN ACTIVITIES The mountain is open daily with disc golf, a climbing wall, Eurobungy trampoline, obstacle course, silver nugget dig and lots of kids activities and lunch available at The Sundeck daily. 925.1220

JULY

JULY 3
BOOGIES BASH FOR THE BUDDIES GALA The annual fundraiser for The Buddy Program includes cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, dancing, silent & live auction. 6:00 p.m. at Boogie’s home, Merry-Go-Ranch, on McClain flats. Call 920.2130 for more information.

JULY 4
SNOWMASS INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION Three-day extravaganza includes fireworks and an outdoor concert by ????? . 800.SNOWMASS

JULY 4
ASPEN’S OLD FASHIONED FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION Guests, locals and visitors come together for a Main Street parade, U.S. Air Force jet flyby, concerts, a kids’ bicycle rodeo and fireworks over Aspen Mountain. 925.1940

JULY 4
BOOGIE’S DINER BUDDY 5-MILE RACE Begin your Fourth of July celebration by supporting local children in The Buddy Program. Race begins at 8 a.m. at Boogie’s Diner, Cooper and Hunter streets in Aspen. 920.2130

JULY 4
GLENWOOD MUSIC AND FIREWORKS over the river at Two Rivers Park. 8 p.m. 945.6589

JULY 8
ASPEN MUSIC FESTIVAL AND SCHOOL presents rising classical star cellist Alisa Weilerstein at Harris Concert Hall. 925.9042

JULY 9
ASPEN MUSIC FESTIVAL AND SCHOOL presents rising classical star violinist Janine Jansen at Benedict Music Tent. 925.9042

JULY 10
ASPEN MUSIC FESTIVAL AND SCHOOL presents Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra’s principal clarinetist Michael Rusinek with the Aspen Chamber Symphony performing AMFS present and CEO Alan Fletcher’s work at the Benedict Music Tent. 925.9042

JULY 9 – 12
ASPEN ANTIQUES & FINE ARTS FAIR View some of the art world’s most treasured items as more than 20 exhibitors from around the world display their wares. 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Aspen Ice Garden in downtown Aspen. Contact number???

JULY 10
THATRE ASPEN’S “A YEAR WITH FROG AND TOAD” opening at 6:30 p.m. at the theater tent in Rio Grande Park. 925.9313

JULY 10 – 11
MEET THE BEETLES Join ACES and experts from the For the Forest for the weekend event to learn about the mountain pine beetle and the threat it poses to the Roaring Fork Valley. Program includes an evening lecture and a field day. 925.5756

JULY 10 – 12
SNOWMASS ANTIQUE FAIR Nationally recognized antique dealers fill the Snowmass Mall with historic treasures and vintage gifts. 800.SNOWMASS

JULY 10 -16
JUSTICE AND SOCIETY SEMINAR Hosted by the Aspen Institute. The seminar discusses what is meant by justice and how society deals with issues related to justice. For more information call 800.410.3463

JULY 11
FARMING WITH YOUR FAMILY Aspen Center of Environmental Studies presents a glimpse into farm life for the whole family. Learn how to farm with the seasons. 925.5756 for more information

JULY 11
McCLOSKEY SPEAKER SERIES: SENATOR ARLEN SPECTER presented by the Aspen Institute from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. 544.7914

JULY 11
SNOWMASS SKATEBOARD OPEN

JULY 13 – 17
SCRIBES & SCRIBBLERS A creative writing camp for kids presented by the Aspen Writers’ Foundation and Aspen Art Museum. $275 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. at 455 Rio Grande Place. 925.3122 First session is sold out – do we want to add it???

JULY 14
GONZO TUESDAY: JAY COWAN ON HUNTER THOMPSON Aspen Historical Society presents an evening with author and friend of Hunter Thompson Jay Cowan talking about the gonzo journalist and his life and times in Aspen. A showing of “High Noon in Aspen” about Thompson’s run for sheriff will follow. At the Holden-Marolt Mining and Ranching Museum. 925.3721

JULY 14
“DEAD AID: WHY AID IS NOT WORKING AND HOW THERE IS A BETTER WAY FOR AFRICA” The Aspen Institute’s McCloskey Speaker Series welcomes Dambisa Moyo to discuss her new book. 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. 544.7914

JULY 14 – 15
ASPEN MUSIC FESTIVAL AND SCHOOL presents the complete Brandenburg Concertos conducted by AMFS alumnus Nicholas McGegan in Harris Concert Hall. 925.9042

JULY 16
ASPEN MUSIC FESTIVAL AND SCHOOL’s summer benefit includes cocktails and premier seating to La Bohème at the Wheeler Opera House. 925.9042 or 920.5770

JULY 16
THEATRE ASPEN’S “CHAPTER TWO” Opening at 7:30 p.m. at the theater tent in Rio Grande Park. 925.9313

JULY 16, 18, & 20
ASPEN OPERA THEATER CENTER presents Puccini’s La Bohème at the Wheeler Opera House. 925.9042 or 920.5770

JULY 17-18
ASPEN SANTA FE BALLET presents “Dance, Elevated” at 8 p.m. at the Aspen District Theatre. 920.5770

JULY 18
ASPEN SANTA FE BALLET presents “Dance for Kids” at 4 p.m. at the Aspen District Theatre. 920.5770

JULY 18
KOMEN ASPEN RACE FOR THE CURE Run for fun and help raise money to fight breast cancer with this classic fundraiser. 8:30 a.m. at Rio Grande Park. 920.0250

JULY 18
RELAY FOR LIFE FUNDRAISER Relay For Life is a fundraiser for American Cancer Society. In August teams from around the valley walk all night around Carbondale Middle School track in memory, and in honor of, those who have lost the battle to cancer and those who have survived. The Basalt Fire Department is having a fundraiser and BBQ Saturday at the fire station in El Jebel. Live music by StraightShot and the S-Curves. 4-7PM

JULY 18
MIDSUMMER’S EVE The Aspen Center of Environmental Studies presents a potluck feast at Rock Bottom Ranch to celebrate mid-summer’s eve and rejuvenate your spirits. 925.5756

JULY 18 – 19
ASPEN ARTS FESTIVAL An “open art gallery” of more than 170 exhibitors offering jewelry, pottery, sculpture, glass, ceramics, paintings, prints and more. Hosted by the Aspen Chamber and Resort Association. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Wagner Park. 925.1940

JULY 21
ASPEN MUSIC FESTIVAL AND SCHOOL presents a free Day of Music at the Castle Creek Campus, Benedict Music Tent, & Harris Concert Hall. 925.9042

JULY 21
McCLOSKEY SPEAKER SERIES: EZEKIEL EMANUEL presented by the Aspen Institute. 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. 544.7914

JULY 22
ASPEN SANTA FE BALLET presents “Dancing with the Aspen Stars”, the ASFB’s annual gala featuring cocktails, dinner, silent auction and a special performance. 6:30 p.m. at the Hotel Jerome Ballroom. 925.7175

JULY 24
ALPINE BANK COMMUNITY PICNIC Local rock and roll group StraightShot and the S-Curves provide live music for this local party at the Alpine Bank in Basalt. Free BBQ. 5-7 p.m.

JULY 24
ASPEN MUSIC FESTIVAL AND SCHOOL presents soprano Dawn Upshaw performing Beethoven’s Egmont and Golijov’s “She was here…” conducted by David Zinman at the Benedict Music Tent. 925.9042

JULY 24-25
ASPEN SANTA FE BALLET presents “Dance on High” performed by Parsons Dance at 8 p.m. at the Aspen District Theatre. 920.5770

JULY 24 - 26
CARBONDALE MOUNTAIN FAIR This annual arts and crafts fair features entertainment, children’s activities, international food and artists from around the country. Free. 963.1680

JULY 24-27
ASPEN HEALTH FORUM presented by the Aspen Institute and Time Magazine brings together 100 leading thinkers in an exploration of the science of sex, food, mind, medicine and health. 202.736.2536

JULY 25
MUSIC ON THE MALL Free music on the Mall in Aspen. Acoustic music provided by StraightShot and the S-Curves Unplugged. 4:30-7 p.m.

JULY 25
ASPEN MUSIC FESTIVAL AND SCHOOL presents Natalie Cole and jazz combo to perform music from her new album in the Benedict Music Tent. 925.9042

JULY 25
ASPEN SANTA FE BALLET presents “Dance for Kids” at 4 p.m. at the Aspen District Theatre. 920.5770

JULY 29
ASPEN MUSIC FESTIVAL AND SCHOOL presents soprano Dawn Upshaw performing Golijov’s “Ayre” at the Harris Concert Hall. 925.9042

JULY 30
McCLOSKEY SPEAKER SERIES: RICHARD N. HAASS presented by the Aspen Institute. President of the Council on Foreign Relations discusses his new book “War of Necessity, War of Choice: A Memoir of Iraq Wars”. 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. 544.7914

JULY 30 – AUGUST 1
COLORADO MOUNTAIN MUSHROOMS AND FAIR The Aspen Center for Environmental Studies hosts a multi-day fungal frenzy culminating in the annual Mushroom Fair Aug. 1. The two-day course meets from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ($110 for members, $125 for non-members). The fair is free. Meet at the Hallam Lake Nature Center. 925.5756

JULY 30 & AUGUST 1
ASPEN OPERA THEATER CENTER presents Britten’s The Rape of Lucretia at the Wheeler Opera House. 925.9042 or 920.5770

JULY 31 – AUGUST 1
SNOWMASS SAND VOLLEYBALL BEACH PARTY

JULY 31 – AUGUST 1
ASPEN SANTA FE BALLET presents “Shine On” performed by ASFB dances and special guest stars at 8 p.m. at the Aspen District Theatre. 920.5770

AUGUST

AUGUST 1
ICE CREAM SOCIAL presented by The Aspen Historical Society at the Wheeler-Stallard Museum from noon to 2 p.m. 925.3721

AUGUST 1
ANNUAL ART AUCTION AND FESTIVAL Join the Red Brick Council from 1 – 3 p.m. for an afternoon of food, music, dance, theatre, visual art demonstrations and their annual silent art auction. 429.2777

AUGUST 3
ASPEN SANTA FE BALLET presents “Spice of Life” performed by the Juan Siddi Flamenco Theatre Company at 8 p.m. at the Aspen District Theatre. 920.5770

AUGUST 4
McCLOSKEY SPEAKER SERIES: NICOLAS D. KRISTOF presented by the Aspen Institute. The New York Times columnist and Pulitzer-Prize winner discusses issues from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. 544.7914

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Aspen Chamber Resort Association: General calendar news
Aspen Snowmass: General events and activities
Concierge Guide: General events and activities
Belly Up Aspen: Live music venue
Wheeler Opera House: Music and shows at a historic venue
Aspen Nordic: Focusing on winter cross-country, telemark and backcountry skiing

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