By Ylice Golden|Published on 3/17/2024
Looking for things to do this spring that are just a little different than taking the dog for a walk or going out to see a band? Yes? Then you are in the right place! From fashion shows to banned books we have you covered! Whether you want to learn a new hobby, make new friends, get involved in a worth cause or just have fun … there is bound to be something on the below list that you will love!
| Date | Time | Event | Description | Location | Phone | Website |
| March 20, 2024 – Wednesday | 7:00 pm | Aspen Cares Fashion Show Benefitting HeadQuarters | The ASPEN CARES Fashion Show is a high-energy, theatrical extravaganza raising awareness for Mental Health and benefiting the Aspen local non-profit HeadQuarters. The Aspen Cares Fashion Show weaves fashion, dance, movement, music and story into a seamless choreographed performance. | Belly Up, 450 S Galena Street, Aspen | (970)544-9800 | aspencares.org |
| March 20, 2024 – Wednesday | 6 PM – 7:30 PM | The Recycling Symbol | You know the “chasing arrows”recycling symbol, one of the most recognizable designs on Earth. But you probably don’t know the story of its creation and Aspen’s role in its roots. Event is free and open to the public. | Aspen Library, 120 N Mill St, Aspen | (970) 429-1900 | pitcolib.org |
| March 21, 2024 – Thursday | 5:30 – 7:00 PM | Lotus Lantern Workshop | Make your own lotus flower lantern! The Korean Spirit and Culture Promotion Project (KSCPP) will teach participants step by step how to make a lovely lotus flower lantern using colored paper and a pre-made wireframe. All supplies included. During this class, participants will learn about Korea’s unique history and culture. | Basalt Library, 14 Midland Ave, Basalt | (970) 927-4311 | basaltlibrary.org |
| March 22, 2024 – Friday | 6 PM | Mountainfilm on Tour: Basalt | Each year Mountainfilm on Tour hits the road sharing inspiring short films with communities worldwide. We are honored to present the curated “Medley” playlist – a collection of stories that span the gamut from adventure to activism, to passion and the pursuit of a drea | Basalt Library, 14 Midland Ave, Basalt | (970) 927-4311 | basaltlibrary.org |
| March 23, 2024 – Saturday | 9 AM – 12 PM | Breakfast with Bunny | Devereux Ballroom for our 3rd annual Breakfast with the Easter Bunny! Enjoy a delicious breakfast spread, photos with the Easter Bunny (prints & digital), Easter eggs, prizes & more! | 526 Pine Street, Glenwood Springs | (970) 945-6511 | hotelcolorado.com |
| March 25, 2024 – Monday | 6PM | Our Gal Hattie: A Pioneer Woman’s History | Learn about Hattie Thompson with Sue Gray from the Carbondale Historical Society. Hattie, the daughter of Carbondale’s first homesteader | Carbondale Library, 320 Sopris Ave, Carbondale | (970) 963-2889 | gcpld.org |
| March 26, 2024 – Tuesday | 6 PM | Coal Basin Methane Project Revealed | Last year research was conducted on the methane being released from the abandoned mines at Coal Basin. The results will be revealed at this event. | Basalt Library, 14 Midland Ave, Basalt | (970) 925-9775 | aspencore.org |
| March 27, 2024 – Wednesday | 6-9 | Casey Brewing Trivia Night | We’re now ready to present these findings to the community, as well as our recommended options for mitigation. Join us at one of our community events, either in Redstone or Basalt, to learn more. | Casey Brewing, 711 Grand Ave, Glenwood Springs | (970) 230-9485 | CaseyBrewing.com |
| March 28, 2024 – Thursday | 5 PM – 7 PM | Writing Workshop | Local writers are invited to the Glenwood Springs Branch Library from 5 to 7 p.m. on the second and fourth Thursdays each month for a place to learn, write, and grow. Workshops will be a mix of designated writing time and a forum for discussion. It’s free and open to all adults and teens. | Glenwood Springs Library, 815 Cooper Ave, Glenwood Springs | (970) 945-5958 | gcpld.org |
| March 29, 2024 – Friday | 3-5 PM | Bud Light Mountain Challenge Snow Fat Bike | Fat Bike Banked Slalom Challenge: Banked course with berms and gates. There will be two courses for guests to race against each other. Bikes will be provided for participants that do not have bikes. Helmets are mandatory. | Snowmass Village | (866) 352-1763 | gosnowmass.com |
| March 30, 2024 – Saturday | 8 AM | Where My Peeps At Egg Hunt | The 8th Annual “Where My Peeps At?” Egg hunt. This year the Rec Staff will be hiding 400 eggs in different park locations. Each egg will have some type of candy and possibly a piece of paper listing a redeemable gift at the Carbondale Recreation and Community Center. | Town of Carbondale, Parks and Recreation, 567 Colorado Ave, | (970) 510-1290 | carbondalerec.com |
| April 1, 2024 – Monday | 4 – 5 PM | Move From Your Center | Coordinate your mind, body and spirit with Pilates. Join Alexandra Jerkunica, professional ballet dancer, Pilates teacher, and choreographer for a four week Pilates mat class series. | Carbondale Library, 320 Sopris Ave, Carbondale | 970-963-2889 | gcpld.org |
| April 2, 2024 – Tuesday | 5:00 – 7:00 PM | Yarn Group | Knitters and crocheters (and any other yarn workers) come together to work on and discuss projects, yarn, and techniques. Open to all bring your own supplies and works-in-progress. | Basalt Library, 14 Midland Ave, Basalt | (970) 925-9775 | aspencore.org |
| April 3, 2024 – Wednesday | 6:30 PM | Shining Mountains Film Festival Reprise | The Aspen Indigenous Foundation brings a stunning selection of audience favorites from the 2023 Shining Mountains Film Festival (plus a bonus from 2021) to TACAW. | TACAW, 400 Robinson Street, Basalt | (970) 510-5365 | tacaw.org |
| April 4, 2024 – Thursday | 6 – 7:45pm | Mastering the Art of the Apology: Heyday Workshop #2 with Julie Oldham | Unexpected Ways to Strengthen Your Self-esteem and Serenity and Hone Your Inner-wisdom | True Nature Healing Arts Foundation, 100 N. 3rd Street, Carbondale | (970) 963-9900 | truenaturehealingarts.com |
| April 5, 2024 – Friday | 3-5 PM | Bud Light Mountain Challenge Snow Golf | Golf! | Snowmass Village | (866) 352-1763 | gosnowmass.com |
| April 6, 2024 – Saturday | 10 AM | Equine Soccer Tournament | You will be on horseback and kicking a large Jolly ball. It will be 3 on 3 and walk/trot only. | Triangle T Arena, 2101 County Road 245, New Castle | (303) 842-3148 | triangletarena.net |
| April 6, 2024 – Saturday | 4:30 PM | Preparing for Summer Alpine Adventures | A conversation about preparing for hikes and runs above treeline, from weather to layering to nutrition, and Q& A about the book “Colorado Alpine Trail Runs.” | Explore Booksellers, 221 E Main St, Aspen | (970) 925-5336 | explorebooksellers.com |
| April 7, 2024 – Sunday | 9 AM | Closing Day Color Festival | Sunlight will be hosting a color festival on closing day. Participants should be rocking jeans and a white shirt, goggles, and a face mask. Environmentally safe color and a Sunlight shirt will be available for purchase. | 10901 County Road 117, Glenwood Springs | (970) 945-9425 | sunlightmtn.com |
| April 8, 2024 – Monday | 9 AM – 12 PM | Solar Eclipse Glasses Available Aspen Library | Glasses to be able to view the Solar Eclipse will be available in the Dunaway Community Room starting at 9:00am. The glasses will be available while supplies last. One pair of glasses per person. | Aspen Library, 120 N Mill St, Aspen | (970) 429-1900 | pitcolib.org |
| April 9, 2024 – Tuesday | 5:15 PM | Hanging in the Balance: Competing for Water in the West | Demand for water is increasing while availability is decreasing. How do we balance the needs of the environment, recreation, and agriculture? The community is invited to this free event featuring an expert panel discussing the challenges and opportunities presented by our collective need to stretch a limited resource. Cash bar with hosted snacks opens at 5:15 pm with the discussion to begin at 6:15 pm. | TACAW, 400 Robinson Street, Basalt | (970) 510-5365 | tacaw.org |
| April 10, 2024 – Wednesday | 6-9 | Casey Brewing Trivia Night | Trivia Night. | Casey Brewing, 711 Grand Ave, Glenwood Springs | (970) 230-9485 | CaseyBrewing.com |
| April 10, 2024 – Wednesday | 10:30 AM | Wonderful Wednesdays: A series for older adults | Connect with others in the community as we get together for discussions, presentations, and activities covering topics such as art, history, music, technology, and wellness. It’s free and open to all. | Glenwood Springs Library, 815 Cooper Ave, Glenwood Springs | (970) 945-5958 | gcpld.org |
| April 11, 2024 – Thursday | 4:30:06PM | Legends of Aspen Film Series | Sscreening of short films focusing on past Aspen Hall of Fame inductees and learn more about the history of Aspen. | Aspen Library, 120 N Mill St, Aspen | (970) 429-1900 | pitcolib.org |
| April 12, 2024 – Friday | 3-5 PM | Bud Light Mountain Challenge Axe Throwing | Axe Throwing Competition: Competitors will throw an axe at a target, attempting to hit the bull’s eye. Scoring is the same as darts. We will run this event in 3-30 minute single elimination tournaments. And the last 30 minutes will be the finals. | Snowmass Village | (866) 352-1763 | gosnowmass.com |
| April 13, 2024 – Saturday | 6:00pm – 9:30pm | Glenwood Vaudeville Revue | The Glenwood Vaudeville Revue is a two-hour family fun dinner theater show with professional talent performing a variety of comedy skits, jokes, high energy dance numbers, unique novelty songs and original comedic presentations that are guaranteed to entertain, and help you laugh your worries away and all this while you savor a meal prepared by many of the Glenwood Springs best restaurants. | 915 Grand Ave Glenwood Springs 81601 | 970-945-9699 | https://www.gvrshow.com |
| April 16, 2024 – Tuesday | 3:30 – 4:30 PM | Paws to Read | Practice reading in a fun, supportive environment with a four-legged friend! Therapy dogs from Heeling Partners of the Roaring Fork Valley | Carbondale Library, 320 Sopris Ave, Carbondale | (970) 963-2889 | gcpld.org |
| April 17, 2024 – Wednesday | 6-9 PM | Casey Brewing Trivia Night | Trivia Night. | Casey Brewing, 711 Grand Ave, Glenwood Springs | (970) 230-9485 | CaseyBrewing.com |
| April 18, 2024 – Thursday | 7 – 8 PM | Breaking the Silence | Join Trauma Recovery Coach Holly Miller for this series of free events at the Rifle Branch Library which will educate our community on various sexual abuse topics. | Rifle Library, 207 East Avenue, Rifle 81650 | (970) 625-3471 | gcpld.org |
| April 19, 2024 – Friday | 4 – 5 PM | The Love Letter | Join Mateo Sandate in writing letters to loved ones.Explore techniques for letting appreciation flow and saying what you need to say to loved ones. Each session is free and open to all. Cards and stamps provided. | Carbondale Library, 320 Sopris Ave, Carbondale | (970) 963-2889 | gcpld.org |
| April 20, 2024 – Saturday | 3:30-5:30 PM | Bookbinding | Learn beginner bookbinding skills. Each program will build on skills learned in previous sessions, but beginners are always welcome. For teens and adults. In the Dunaway Community Room. | Aspen Library, 120 N Mill St, Aspen | (970) 429-1900 | pitcolib.org |
| April 23, 2024 – Tuesday | 5:30 – 6:30 PM | Banned Books Book Club: Perks of Being a Wallflower | On the American Library Association’s current challenge list. | Aspen Library, 120 N Mill St, Aspen | (970) 429-1900 | pitcolib.org |
| April 25, 2024 – Thursday | 5 PM – 7 PM | Writing Workshop | Local writers are invited to the Glenwood Springs Branch Library from 5 to 7 p.m. on the second and fourth Thursdays each month for a place to learn, write, and grow. Workshops will be a mix of designated writing time and a forum for discussion. It’s free and open to all adults and teens. For more information call the library at970-945-5958. | Glenwood Springs Library, 815 Cooper Ave, Glenwood Springs | (970) 945-5958 | gcpld.org |
| April 9, 2024 – Tuesday | 6:15 PM | Hanging in the Balance: Competing for Water in the West | Demand for water is increasing while availability is decreasing. How do we balance the needs of the environment, recreation, and agriculture? Presented by Aspen Journalism and Colorado Water Trust in partnership with The Arts Campus At Willits (TACAW) and Aspen Public Radio, the community is invited to this free event featuring an expert panel discussing the challenges and opportunities presented by our collective need to stretch a limited resource. Cash bar with hosted snacks opens at 5:15 pm with the discussion to begin at 6:15 pm. | TACAW, 400 Robinson Street, Basalt | (970) 510-5365 | tacaw.org |
| May 1, 2024 – Wednesday | 6-9 PM | Casey Brewing Trivia Night | Trivia Night. | Casey Brewing, 711 Grand Ave, Glenwood Springs | (970) 230-9485 | CaseyBrewing.com |
| May 3, 2024 – Friday | 6 PM | 13th Annual Carbondale Family Block Party & Pride Parade | Carbondale’s most festive First Friday celebrations of the year – the 13th Annual Carbondale Family Block Party & Pride Parade | Downtown Carbondale | (970) 948-1334 | carbondalefamilyblockparty.com |
| May 4, 2024 – Saturday | 7:30 PM | 5Point Encore Show | Join 5Point Film for their exclusive 2024 – Encore shows at TACAW. Both showings will feature the best adventure films from their flagship festival, special guests, legendary emcees, and a stacked Gear Giveaway that will support Roaring Fork Outdoor Volunteers. | TACAW, 400 Robinson Street, Basalt | (970) 510-5365 | tacaw.org |
| May 4, 2024 – Saturday | 3-5 PM | Beading Bonanza | If you’ve ever thought about jewelry making, but didn’t know where to start, check out the Beading Bonanza! Supplies and instructions provided. All skill levels are welcome. For adults, teens, and children 8+. Children 8-12 must be accompanied by an attentive adult. | Aspen Library, 120 N Mill St, Aspen | (970) 429-1900 | pitcolib.org |
| May 8, 2024 – Wednesday | 6-9 PM | Casey Brewing Trivia Night | Trivia Night. | Casey Brewing, 711 Grand Ave, Glenwood Springs | (970) 230-9485 | CaseyBrewing.com |
| May 17, 2024 – Friday | 7:30 PM | Trail Running Film Festival | The Trail Running Film Festival comes to TACAW for the first time! Each hand-picked film centers a shared love of off-road running with a diverse menu of narrative throughlines. The films challenge traditional perspectives, celebrate diversity, and confront pressing issues like climate change. | TACAW, 400 Robinson Street, Basalt | (970) 510-5365 | tacaw.org |
| May 25, 2024 – Saturday | 4-10 PM | Marble Gem & Mineral Show Gala | Dinner, dancing and silent auction at The Hotel Colorado in Glenwood Springs CO to raise funds for a museum in Marble. | Hotel Colorado 526 Pine Street, Glenwood Springs | (970) 456-6059 | marblegemshow.com |
| May 29, 2024 – Wednesday | 6-9 PM | Casey Brewing Trivia Night | Trivia Night. | Casey Brewing, 711 Grand Ave, Glenwood Springs | (970) 230-9485 | CaseyBrewing.com |
If you would like to add an event to this calendar, please contact our web administrator, Ylice Golden.