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Julie Hart, Certified Nia Instructor, teaches at the following locations and times:

Glenwood Springs
Thursday
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Glenwood Springs Community Center
100 Wulfsohn Rd., Glenwood Springs

Friday
7 - 8 am
Hot Springs Athletic Club
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Sunlight Mountain Resort near Glenwood Springs is offering a risk-free opportunity to try skiing or snowboarding for the first time. Free two-hour group ski lessons are available every Thursday at 10:00 a.m. throughout January 2008. This is a great way to try out the sport at no cost!

To really get the hang of skiing or snowboarding, Sunlight Mountain Resort is also introducing the Learn To Shine program for new snowriders all winter long. Learn to Shine includes three days of lift tickets, daily two-hour lessons beginning at 10:00 a.m. or 1:00 p.m., and daily equipment rentals. Learn to Shine costs $215 for skiing and $230 for snowboarding. At the end of the Learn to Shine program, graduates receive a free five-day pass to Sunlight Mountain Resort to master their new skills.

Snow riders will find the resort to be a relaxed, friendly ski area. The uncomplicated trail system features 67 runs over 470 acres that funnel back to the base lodge. There is something for everyone, including cruising corduroy, steeps, and moguls. Every trail converges at the base lodge, so family members can keep track of each other easily.

Free lessons are offered at Sunlight Ski School on January 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31 in 2008. For either program, guests should arrive one hour before scheduled lesson times if they plan to use rental equipment. Lessons are subject to availability. Sunlight Ski School operates on a first-come, first-served basis and does not take advance reservations.

For more information, visit sunlightmtn.com or call 800-445-7931 or 970-945-7491. For lodging, go to visitglenwood.com or call 888-445-3696.

As scheduled, Sunlight Mountain Resort opened Friday, November 30th. The only lift running at this time is Tecero with 10 acres of terrain on the Midway. As of this morning the mountain received 7” of fresh snow and expects another 9” today and 5” this evening. If you are a season pass holder now is a great time to head on up to Sunlight Mountain and pick up you pass. The Glenwood Springs Shuttle is operating with the normal schedule and Ski School and the Lodge is also open for business. Enjoy a discounted pass today and tomorrow for only $25

The resort will be closed Monday through Thursday, reopening on Friday December 7th.

Watch a video of a current Sunlight Mountain Snow Report.

The Sunshine Ridge Guest House is a wonderful, warm and comfortable place located in a quiet valley near Glenwood Springs, Colorado. The guest house is a 6,000 sq. ft. log home on 40 acres overlooking the scenic Four MileValley. The house is a perfect base for winter and summer activities, being only five miles from Sunlight Mountain Resort and access to the White River National Forest. Restaurants, shopping, and the Hot Springs Pool are only a few minutes away in Glenwood Springs. Situated between Aspen and Vail, Glenwood Springs sits at the confluence of the Colorado and Roaring Fork Rivers. This is the heart of the Western Slope of the Rockies, making Sunshine Ridge a great location for a mountain vacation, reunion, or retreat.

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The Hotel Colorado in Glenwood Springs is hosting their Annual Lighting Festival and Fireworks display on Friday, November 23rd at 5:30 p.m. Gather with the locals and witness the town of Glenwood Springs illuminated by thousands of twinkling lights transforming our community into a magical holiday wonderland. I recommend starting on Grand Avenue and walking over the bridge towards the Hotel Colorado. Fireworks will complete this first rate event.

The Glenwood Springs Community Center is holding their annual “Spooktacular” on Wednesday, October 31st from 5 – 8 p.m. This event is featuring plenty of activities such as carnival games, haunted house, costume contest (parents included) climb for the cache, inflatables, “dive in” movie in the pool and open skating at the ice rink. All ages are welcome to join the fun at the Annual Halloween Carnival at the Glenwood Springs Community Center. Carnival Tickets are on sale now at the front desk of the Community Center or you can purchase them at the Spooktacular.

Carnival Activities range from 1 – 5 tickets.
10 for $3.00
25 for $7.50
50 for $15.00

If you would like to volunteer for this special event please call Jenika at 384-6311.

Autumn offers some of the best fishing in Glenwood Springs and Colorado with all types of species biting best this time of year. As the days grow shorter the fish begin feeding more to prepare themselves for winter and the colder waters move the fish closer to the surface. Unfortunately, with all the recent rain it has clouded up the rivers and made it more difficult. The rain and high waters stimulate more sediment in the rivers, it gets mucky and the flies die quicker. But it can’t rain forever and a fall fishing trip is well worth your time. Prior to all the recent rain the fishing on the Colorado River from Glenwood Springs to Rifle has been spectacular, especially with the crowds depleting after Labor Day. For a current fish report visit the Colorado Division of Wildlife.

Got the “End of the summer” blues? Take the family on a gondola ride to the Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park at the top of Iron Mountain,  reflect on the beauty of Glenwood Springs and why we all chose to live here.

We purchased an annual family pass because it is such a great deal and we can ride the tram and experience the adventure park on a whim. A membership pass is your best buy if you’re a local or if you plan on visiting the park more than once in a year. An adult membership is only $39, children $35 and it includes unlimited tram rides and cave tours. You also receive 10 free ride tickets, 10% discount in the gift shop and restaurant, and a 30% discount on future ride tickets.

My friends, family and I regularly visit the Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park for lunch with a spectacular view and to ride the Alpine Slide – our favorite.

Movies are free and open to the public. The first movie begins August 3rd.

The Glenwood Springs Chamber and Roaring Fork Young Professionals (RFYP) have worked hard to make this event possible. The (RFYP) took it upon themselves to sell sponsorships to local businesses and helped to promote the film series. The community voted on which four movies will be shown on a 13 X 24 ft. inflatable screen.

Everyone is encouraged to bring the whole family, your picnic basket and enjoy the beauty of our valley. Coolers and alcholic beverages are permitted. No glass containers or pets please.

Films begin at 6 p.m.

• August 3rd - Raiders of the Lost Ark
• August 10th - Gooneys
• August 17th - Top Gun
• August 24th - Grease

Glenwood Springs Free Summer of Jazz outdoor concerts is almost over. Don’t miss out on this fun, community event that is featuring artists from New Orleans. The concerts are held on Wednesdays at the Two Rivers Park on the Colorado River and begin at 7 p.m.

This weeks featured artist is Marva Wright “The Blues Queen of New Orleans” or “Marvelous Marva.” Wright’s music is inspired by blues, R&B, gospel and jazz.

The final concert on July 25th presents The Rebirth Brass Band. This band has toured for over 20 years performing in the tradition of brass bands while incorporating a modern, heavy funk style.

See you at the Two Rivers Park!