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The Chaffee County Times · Hartsel, CO

Nearby: Hartsel, CO

Doak celebrates her book launch at Trapeze Nov. 7

Wanagí Doak of Buena Vista recently completed her first book, “Rage Against the Light” and will be celebrating her book release at Once Upon a Trapeze 5-7 p.m. Nov. 7. Doak describes her book, which she self-published through Amazon.com, as a story of “resilience, identity and the enduring strengths of Indigenous people.”At 69 years old, Doak said she’s lived several lives, had several careers and has been told often, “You should write a book!” So, about six months ago she started writing from her brother’s house in BV, where she’s lived for the last year and a half. Prior to that move, she had been living in the area for about 30 years, including in an off-grid cabin in Hartsel. Doak holds seven degrees, including two doctorates. She worked as a police officer in Florida and in 1976 while in the field, Doak got shot by a member of the cartel. Days later she was hit by a van, which ended her career. “Its a labor of love.

Arvada Press · Jefferson, CO

Nearby: Jefferson, CO

Colorado Gives Foundation awards $1 million in grants to support convenient neighborhoods

The Colorado Gives Foundation has awarded over $1 million in grant funding to 27 nonprofit organizations, such as the Golden Optimists Bicycle Recycle Program, across Jefferson County to support convenient neighborhoods. Courtesy photo As residents across Jefferson County search for ways to improve their communities, the Colorado Gives Foundation is supporting that work with over $1 million in grant funding. The foundation’s most recent round of grant funding focused on convenient neighborhoods, giving funding to 27 nonprofits with projects working to improve transportation access, make neighborhoods easier to navigate and develop or preserve places where people can connect. The focus on convenient neighborhoods is part of the foundation’s overall commitment to creating a Jefferson County where everyone can thrive. For the foundation’s Community Impact vice president, Savinay Nathan, the grants are a way to create places that people want to gather, and help them get there.

Snowmass Village Sun · Aspen, CO

Nearby: Aspen, CO

Mountain Mayhem: Foy Vance returns to Aspen

The last time musician Foy Vance played Aspen, the altitude got the better of him. “What I remember from playing here — there was an oxygen tank,” Vance said, recalling his past headlining show in 2023 and his 2014 show with Brett Dennen, both at Belly Up. “Didn’t think I’d need it. Then I did!” Now, Vance is returning “for the first time in a long time,” bringing the North American leg of his 60-date 2026 Foy Vance World Tour to the Wheeler Opera House on Thursday, Nov. 19. From Aspen, the tour heads to Boulder’s Fox Theatre on Friday, then to the Gothic Theatre in Denver on Saturday. I recently caught up with him by phone at his home in Scotland, where he was between two records — one just out, one just beginning to arrive. In March, he released “The Wake,” his seventh studio album, on Rounder Records.

New York Observer · Aspen, CO

Nearby: Aspen, CO

How the Alps Became Part of Luxury Watch Culture

Hublot ski goggles, showcasing a stainless-steel Hublot Big Bang Zermatt chronograph on a gray strap with the snow-covered Matterhorn peak in the background" width="970" height="776" data-caption='The limited-edition Hublot Big Bang Steel Zermatt celebrates the brand’s connection to the Swiss Alpine resort town and the Matterhorn. Photo: Laurent Xavier Moulin, courtesy Hublot'> In the Swiss resort town of Zermatt, Hublot has a boutique built in the traditional Alpine style, a cable car bearing its name and a longstanding partnership with the local tourism office. The watchmaker even serves as official timekeeper for Chez Vrony, a mountain restaurant overlooking the Matterhorn. On the slopes, Longines has spent more than a century measuring ski races down to fractions of a second, developing technology that tracks not just finishing times but how fast athletes move down the mountain. From Gstaad and St.

Snowmass Village Sun · Aspen, CO

Nearby: Aspen, CO

RFTA adds 45% more seats for morning commuters from El Jebel to Aspen

The Roaring Fork Transportation Authority will transition to its winter bus schedule on Nov. 23 — bringing 45% more seats than the typical winter schedule for mid-valley morning commuters between El Jebel and Aspen. The change will add five VelociRFTA buses headed up-valley to the schedule between 6:15 and 7:45 a.m, starting at El Jebel Park and Ride. RFTA Public Information Officer Jamie Tatsuno said the decision to add these “fresh start” buses is based on feedback from riders, drivers and supervisors. “By the time our BRT buses get midvalley, they’re full, and those midvalley passengers boarding on the bus have to stand or wait for another bus,” Tatsuno said. “We’re also assigning larger capacity buses to our busiest morning trips.” She added that additional routes added over the summer were unable to keep up with passenger demand. “We added summer routes as well, but it wasn’t enough. So now, we’re doing it again,” she said.

Snowmass Village Sun · Aspen, CO

Nearby: Aspen, CO

‘The Carpenters Songbook’ brings 1970s music back to Aspen

Upon being asked to try out for Karen Carpenter, vocalist and actress Christina Hélène Braa discovered they shared the same birthday and were both born in Connecticut. That small detail gave Braa confidence going into the audition, with the hopes that Carpenter was rooting for her in spirit. She landed the role. Now, Right Angle Entertainment and Maple Tree Entertainment will show “The Carpenters Songbook: A Live Celebration” from 3 to 5:20 p.m. Nov. 15 at the Wheeler Opera house — with six performers blending songs and storytelling in a cozy, living room-style setting. “The music of The Carpenters has a unique ability to transport people back to some of life’s most meaningful moments,” co-producer Dean Elliott, who is also known for creating “The Simon & Garfinkel Story,” said in a press release.

Snowmass Village Sun · Aspen, CO

Nearby: Aspen, CO

Lo-Fidelity: Powder panic? Try powder rage

If you thought the irrational, borderline dangerous rush to ski powder commonly referred to as the “Powder Panic” was bad in years past, just wait until you see the total frenzy unleashed in Aspen on the first powder day this year. Coming off last year’s drought ski season, there’s a palpable, pent-up “powder rage” brewing. This year, all that anger and irrational behavior to get there first is going to be boosted. I can already feel the angst surging in my bones. Powder’s a potent drug. I’ve very nearly died under its influence. Powder is a fickle commodity that will have you begging forgiveness, borrowing trouble and stealing away at daybreak to cop a line. If you skin up before Thanksgiving to get a fix, make sure you have good health insurance before you go. I used to be that guy. Now I wait for the snowcats, patrol, bootpackers and other skiers do the preparatory work for me. You won’t see me skiing a black run when the rope drops for the first time.

Snowmass Village Sun · Aspen, CO

Nearby: Aspen, CO

Arts and Entertainment Agenda, Nov. 13 to 19

‘Cinderella,’ Nov. 13 A classic fairytale with a twist will open a milestone season for Aspen Community Theatre. The company’s production of the 2013 version of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s “Cinderella’ will launch its 50th anniversary season at 7 p.m. Nov. 13 at Aspen District Theatre, 235 High School Road. Performances run Nov. 13-22. Tickets are $38.50 for adults and $28.50 for youth ages 18 and under. For more information, visit aspenshowtix.com/event/aspen-community-theater-rodgers-hammersteins-cinderella. DanceAspen ‘Free Community Moves,’ Nov. 14 Keep moving with a free community dance class each Saturday from November through February. DanceAspen will host “Free Community Moves,” led by Tyler Kerbel, from 10 to 11:15 a.m. at the Red Brick Center for the Arts, 110 E. Hallam Ave. It’s open to ages 14 and older. Each class blends contemporary and jazz, from beginners to advanced skill levels. Space is limited. For more information, visit dance-aspen.org/events.

Snowmass Village Sun · Aspen, CO

Nearby: Aspen, CO

Aspen saw visitation increase this September over last

The Aspen Resort Chamber Association released its October 2026 Destination Marketing Report on Friday, with data on visitor traffic at information centers, lodging occupancy and airport passenger data throughout September. According to Aspen City Council Member Sam Rose, ACRA’s destination marking reports are important for providing essential insight into Aspen’s visitation trends that impact the local economy. “This information helps inform our economic outlook, expectations for future tourism numbers and budget planning,” Rose told The Aspen Times. He added, “visitation is essential to Aspen’s economy and way of life.” ACRA’s four visitor information centers experienced a 36.2% increase in traffic this September compared to September 2025, and staff assisted 14,411 individuals, according to the report. Daily counts ranged from approximately 60 to 160 visitors a day.

Snowmass Village Sun · Aspen, CO

Nearby: Aspen, CO

PHOTOS: Pitkin County, Aspen honor their veterans in annual ceremony

Pitkin County hosted its annual Veterans Day ceremony on Wednesday in Aspen. This included the reading of two proclamations by Pitkin County Commissioner Jeffrey Woodruff, who recognized both Charles Hopton (Army/Korean War) and Dan Glidden (Navy/Vietnam War), each a longtime local who has had an immense impact on the Aspen community. Local Scouts led the laying of the wreath and the Pledge of Allegiance, while Hopton delivered the opening remarks. Pitkin County Manager Kara Silbernagel and Aspen Fire Chaplain Roy Holloway also briefly spoke. Aspen Fire Chief Jake Andersen gave the roll call of area men killed in action. Kathy Pelowski sang the National Anthem and John Bokrom performed on trumpet. The Aspen Elks Lodge hosted a community luncheon following the ceremony. The American flag waves in the wind atop the Elks building on Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026, in Aspen. Aspen Elks Lodge hosted the community luncheon following Pitkin County’s Veterans Day ceremony.

Snowmass Village Sun · Aspen, CO

Nearby: Aspen, CO

Aspen advances $337.7 million budget for 2027

Editor’s note: this article has been updated to reflect Andrew Kramer is the deputy director of finance for the city of Aspen. Aspen City Council unanimously approved a resolution on first reading Tuesday that advanced the city’s 2027 spending plan, authorizing approximately $337.7 million in spending across municipal funds, pending final approval. “This budget is very tightly aligned with council’s priorities and the major projects set out in the strategic plan over the last couple of years,” city of Aspen Deputy Director of Finance Andrew Kramer said. “This money continues, at your direction, to put significant fund balances to use to advance those priorities.” A significant portion of the proposed budget will go toward the city’s priority projects, including Armory Hall, the Lumberyard affordable housing project, the Entrance to Aspen and improvements to Aspen’s water treatment facility, according to previous reporting by The Aspen Times.

Snowmass Village Sun · Aspen, CO

Nearby: Aspen, CO

Aspen Community Theatre brings a modern twist to ‘Cinderella’

A little magic is coming to the Aspen Community Theatre to celebrate its 50th anniversary. The 2013 Broadway version of Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein’s “Cinderella” will run Nov. 13 to 22 at the Aspen District Theatre. Performances begin at 7 p.m. Nov. 13, 14, 20 and 21, with matinees at 2 p.m. Nov. 15, 21 and 22. “We really wanted to focus on making it an outstanding production,” producer Travis Lane McDiffett told The Aspen Times. “The components of the production we brought in were worthy of a 50th anniversary production.” Eva Rudow stars as Ella, also known as Cinderella, alongside Gabriel Travers as Prince Topher. Brad Moore directs, and McDiffett produces it. Music director and educator Dory Light leads the music. Jenna Koch serves as stage manager, Colleen Fawley designs the costumes and Lorne Wilder handles lighting. Rodgers and Hammerstein wrote “Cinderella” for television in 1957, starring Julie Andrews.