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August 31, 2006
Aspen Community Picnic
9th Annual City of Aspen Car Free
Community Picnic
Thursday, August 31st
5:00pm to 7:00pm
at Paepcke Park
Please join us as we celebrate the Aspen community, its residents,
guests, and this wonderful city in which we live. The Inn at Aspen
will cater a BBQ style dinner with Hamburgers, Hotdogs, Veggie
Burgers, sides and all the fixings! Dinner will be served to the first 750 people.
Don't Forget These Other Great Attractions.....
Check out other events in Aspen / Snowmass, Colorado
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August 29, 2006
First Snow in Aspen / Snowmass
It's officially the end of summer in the Rockies! Dina, our product coordinator hiked the Lostman trail (towards Independance Pass) this last weekend with a couple of friends and got caught in the snow. It made for a good laugh...
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August 23, 2006
New Seasonal Flights from Chicago to Aspen
United Express partner Skywest will begin two new seasonal markets effective with the December 14, 2006 schedule change.
United Express will begin twice daily nonstop service between Chicago and Aspen, CO using Explus CR7 aircraft. Flights in the Chicago - Aspen market will be timed to connect to United's east coast cities as well as European destinations.
United Express will also begin weekend Explus service between San Francisco and Aspen, operating Friday, Saturday and Sunday throughout the ski season. All service to Aspen will be discontinued on April 9, 2007 as the runway is due for repair work. United Express will resume Aspen service in June 2007 to Denver and Los Angeles.
Chicago and San Francisco - Aspen service will appear in Apollo on Saturday, August 26.
Book your Aspen / Snowmass ski vacation today
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August 21, 2006
Nickel Creek in Snowmass
Here is a photo of the Massive Music and Movies at Fanny Hill in Snowmass Village. This is a photo of the night Nickel Creek played, looks like there was a little rain, but everyone was still having fun.
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August 14, 2006
New Ski Industry Blog
Radio personality and editor Michael Conniff has taken a new spin on providing information to the public in what may prove to be a great resource for Ski Industry enthusiasts. News events and information about the ski & Snowboard industry
Sometimes Mr. Conniff sometimes opines in a controversial way, but for the most part, his information is timely and updated daily. Look for information and editorial regarding the ski industry at this new site.
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August 10, 2006
Acoustic phenom Nickel Creek performs FREE concert in Snowmass August 19
Here is a new press release from Snowmass Village:
(Snowmass Village, CO). Nickel Creek, the sensational acoustic band recently featured at the Telluride Bluegrass Festival, returns to the mountains Saturday, August 19. They will perform "An Evening with Nickel Creek," a free outdoor concert which is part of Snowmass Village's Massive Music & Movies weekend. This free concert on Fanny Hill caps off three days of music and movies in Snowmass Village with a nonstop 120-minute performance.
'"Nickel Creek brings such a dynamic energy to Snowmass and fits in remarkably well with our goal of bringing spectacular and innovative free music to town all summer long," says Susan Hamley, Snowmass Village's Marketing Director. "We expect to draw visitors from all over Colorado for this free show and it promises to be a full weekend with the Mountain Masterpieces Arts Fair as well."
The Nickel Creek trio is comprised of three award winning musicians from southern California: Violinist Sara Watkins, Guitarist Sean Watkins, and mandolinist Chris Thile, who have played together for over 15 years. Eric Valentine, producer of their 2005 album calls their stage performance "a powerful experience. There are a moments where they are just explosive on-stage…how can three people and their instruments sound this big?"
Nickel Creek's live performances have garnered legions of fans and Time Magazine named them "Music Innovators for the New Millennium." Their 2002 release, This Side, captured the Grammy for "Best Contemporary Folk Album" and was certified gold, while in 2006 they have been nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Contemporary Folk Album and Best Country Instrumental Performance.
Nickel Creek performs Saturday night at 6 p.m. This final Massive Music & Movies weekend also features Sonya Kitchell performing on Thursday night at 6 p.m. on Fanny Hill. Kitchell is an eloquent songwriter, dazzling singer and old soul who just happens to be 17 years of age. She seamlessly melds elements of jazz, R&B, folk and other roots forms in a song-serving rather than genre-adhering, way. The classic Alfred Hitchcock movie Rear Window follows on Friday night at dusk on Fanny Hill.
In between the concerts, Snowmass Village will be artistically engaged with the Mountain Masterpieces Arts Fair with over 40 diverse artisans selling wares ranging from high end art to jewelry, photographs, pottery, and fiber art on the Snowmass Village Mall. The fair runs from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Sunday. Jamin' Jim will be at the fair on Sunday from noon to 4 p.m. for Kids Krafts as well.
Come for the music, masterpieces or mountain adventures! Snowmass offers plenty of activities ranging from 40 miles of mountain biking and hiking to fly fishing, golf, and kids' fun. Lodging starts at $85/night at the Snowmass Inn (800-635-3758) and $95/night at the Pokolodi Lodge (800-666-4556), while ResortQuest Snowmass (800-222-7989) is offering 15% off based on a 2-night stay August 15-20.
For additional lodging and more information, please visit www.snowmassvillage.com or call 1-800-SNOWMASS. For media information, please contact aj@snowmasspress.com.
ADDITIONAL SUMMER MUSIC IN SNOWMASS THROUGH SEPTEMBER
August 24: Snowmass Summer of Free Music Series Final Concert
Sam Bush. Sam Bush has been one of acoustic music's great innovators and consummate collaborators who has done as much as anyone since Bill Monroe to shape the destiny of the diminutive mandolin, adding new power and syncopation to its percussive chop and a new harmonic vocabulary that embraces rock, reggae, Afro-pop and jazz.
September 1-4: Jazz Aspen /Snowmass Labor Day Festival
One of the biggest music extravaganzas in the state, this three-day celebration draws crowds of over 30,000 and music by the likes of Don Henley, Leann Rimes, Kanye West and more (see www.jazzaspen.org for full schedule).
September: Fall in Love with Snowmass
Music will be plentiful during this month-long celebration of the harvest season, including Papa Grows Funk at Oktoberfest on Sept. 9, Network at Wine & Jazz on Sept. 16, and Soul Jive during the Snowmass Balloon Festival.
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August 09, 2006
NORBA NMBS Finals & Free Chairlift Rides Send Riders & Spectators Uphill at Snowmass this Weekend
Here is the latest press release from Snowmass Village, Colorado:
Snowmass Village, which offers over 40 miles of hiking and mountain biking trails, will offer free chairlift rides to both NORBA competitors and spectators this weekend August 10-13 during the National Mountain Bike Series competitions. While normally only the Burlingame chairlift is open for a fee, this weekend both the Burlingame and Coney Glade chairlifts will be open and free to both the public and competitors.
"It is such an honor to host the NORBA national finals," says marketing director Susan Hamley, "and we hope spectators will really take advantage of the free chairlift rides to check out both the mountain biking competitions and the incredible trails in Snowmass."
The lifts are open from 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. daily and can be ridden for free by picking up tickets at the Snowmass Village Mall Ticket Pavilion before heading down to the Burlingame Chairlift. Bikes are allowed on both lifts at no extra charge.
The National Mountain Bike Series, which is expected to bring several thousand amateur and professional mountain bikers to town, has competitions in cross country, downhill, mountain cross, dual slalom, super-d, short track, and observed trials events. Riders will be racing within their age category and within their ability. The event also has received the prestigious Union Cyclist International (UCI) designation, ensuring participation from all 50 states and a huge international field of riders vying for UCI points on their way to the World Championships. Team Honda will be in town, as will the Rainbow Jersey worn by former downhill World Cup champion Greg Minaar.
Along with experiencing the fierce competition of internationally-ranked athletes, mountain biking fans can check out Colorado's largest cycling expo located in lots 10 and 11. There they can see how the professional and amateur teams prep for the race and talk to the top cycling industry experts. The schedule of events includes many non-competitive outlets for the entire family with daily demos, clinics, free kids races, and more.
Evenings are filled with entertainment courtesy of Pabst Blue Ribbon, which hosts post-competition celebrations on Friday at the Cirque beginning at 5 pm and on Saturday at the Mountain Dragon beginning at approximately 7 pm. Both venues boast specials and prize giveaways and the chance to mingle with the world's greatest mountain biking athletes.
For more information, please contact Cycle Cyndicate at (303) 432-1519 or email info@snowmassnational.com.
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August 03, 2006
2006 National Mountain Bike Series Finals Descends on Snowmass Village, CO August 12-13, 2006
Here is the latest press release from Snowmass Village, Colorado:
Free chairlifts accommodate riders & spectators all weekend long
(Snowmass Village, CO) Snowmass Village is thrilled to welcome North America's most prestigious mountain bike series, USA Cycling's NORBA Nationals Mountain Bike Series (NMBS), to town August 12-13, 2006. In celebration of its designation as the host for the national finals, Snowmass is opening the Burlingame and Coney Glade chairlifts for free to both competitors and spectators August 10 through August 13. Additionally, the Snowmass Downhill event will be extended over 500 vertical feet further to the base of the Burlingame Chairlift.
"We are so pleased to host NORBA's national championships in Snowmass Village this year and we look forward to welcoming all riders and spectators to town," says marketing director Susan Hamley with the town of Snowmass Village. "This is an incredible honor for Snowmass, and we hope all visitors will get a taste of the great trails and hospitality that Snowmass offers."
The Nationals Mountain Bike Series, which is expected to bring several thousand amateur and professional mountain bikers to town, has competitions in cross country, downhill, mountain cross, dual slalom, super-d, short track, and observed trials events. Riders will be racing within their age category and within their ability. The event also has received the prestigious Union Cyclist International (UCI) designation, ensuring participation from all 50 states and a huge international field of riders vying for UCI points on their way to the World Championships. Team Honda will be in town, as will the Rainbow Jersey worn by downhill World Cup champion Greg Minaar.
Along with experiencing the fierce competition of internationally-ranked athletes, mountain biking fans can check out over 40 miles of trails in Snowmass and visit Colorado's largest cycling expo located in lots 10 and 11. There they can see how the professional and amateur teams prep for the race and talk to the top cycling industry experts. The schedule of events includes many non-competitive outlets for the entire family with daily demos, clinics, free kids races, nightly music and more.
Evenings are filled with entertainment courtesy of Pabst Blue Ribbon, which hosts post-competition celebrations on Friday at The Cirque beginning at 5 p.m. and on Saturday at The Mountain Dragon beginning at approximately 7 p.m. Both venues boast specials and prize giveaways and the chance to mingle with the world's greatest mountain biking athletes.
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August 01, 2006
$25 Snowmass Wellness Experience ticket offer exceptional bounty of goodies, expertise and wellness this weekend
Here is the latest press release regarding the Snowmass Wellness Experience:
(Snowmass Village, CO). The Snowmass Wellness Experience offers an unbeatable smorgasbord of Wellness speakers and activities this weekend. All workshops, demonstrations, wellness experts, fitness classes, and a host of goodies are available for only $25/day.
Looking for reasons to attend? Here are ten:
1. Value. Individually, these foremost wellness experts regularly command over $100 per ticket, and you can see them all at Snowmass for only $25/ day along with access to all lectures and activities. A workshop with bestselling authors Hale Dwoskin or Debbie Ford would normally cost $150 each. A ride with Carmichael Training Systems would cost $250.
2. Goodies, goodies, and more free goodies. The first 500 tickets sold come with a goodie bag that alone is worth the price of admission. Add in all the organic and natural food freebies in the vendor village and the special Body & Soul tent, the raffles that include Donna Karan products and a George Foreman grill, the free yoga mats to the first 5 people to sign up for each exercise class, and much more, and you could go home with lots o' loot.
3. HOT! HOT! HOT! We're not talking about the weather, but rather smokin' celebrity Chef Cat Cora, who will bring the heat and know-how from her famous kitchen to yours. Additional renowned chefs such as Dava Parr and Kendra Wilcox offer personal tips and cooking demonstrations as well.
4. Interested in the Tour De France scandal or high altitude fitness? Don't miss an appearance by Lance Armstrong's personal coach Chris Carmichael or Dr. Robert Roach, an internationally recognized expert on high altitude fitness. Plus, take a ride with CTS, Carmichael's legendary team of fitness experts at no extra cost.
5. Make Friday your date night in Snowmass with Swing into Wellness Presented by Vitamin Cottage. This event is only $40 with purchase of a weekend pass or $45 separately and comes with an organic dinner presented by the Silvertree Hotel's chef Jason Friendy valued at $100, a goodie bag filled with products from Vitamin Cottage, and an evening of music & dancing with the group Fraga. This 10-piece Cuban-Jamaican Big Band Jazz group promises to have guests swinging all over the dance floor.
6. Having sleep problems? Check out Dr. Michael Weisberg, one of the preeminent sleep experts in the nation for answers. Then design the bedroom of your dreams for relaxation, romance, and rest with Feng Shui expert DeAnna Radaj.
7. Get Physical: Tired of paying $15 a pop for different exercise classes? For only $25/day, you can try 10 different fitness classes in yoga and pilates, ride with Carmichael Training System experts or participate in guided nature hikes.
8. Celebrity Sightings: Cat Cora, Dawna Stone (the winner of the first ever Martha Stewart's Apprentice), Chris Carmichael, best-selling author Debbie Ford, and other celebrities in the field of Wellness abound. Come mingle with the stars at Snowmass.
9. Motivate yourself. From top motivational expert Sue Frederick to Dr. Barry Bittman's new paradigm for treating the "Whole Person" to bestselling author Deb Ford's transformational expertise to Hale Dwoskin's Sedona Method for letting go of fear and stress, the Snowmass Wellness Experience puts some of the foremost wellness experts in the nation at your disposal.
10. Yoga and Chocolate Class with David Romanelli: This heady combination is the perfect conclusion to each day. Need we say more?
For a full schedule and to purchase tickets, visit www.snowmasswellness.com. Tickets are only $25/day. Prize drawings for items such a George Foreman Grill or Donna Karan gift baskets will be held throughout the weekend as well. For media information & speaker interviews, please contact Allison Johnson at aj@snowmasspress.com or (970) 704-9988.
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