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AUGUST 2009July 31 through August 2 - Colorado State Gold Panning Championships – 10 a.m – 4 p.m. The Gold Prospectors of Colorado present the state gold panning championships and the world dry-panning championships. Team and individual competitions. Experts are on-site for free public demonstrations and gold panning instruction.1-2 – 12th Annual Quickstick Lacrosse Tournament - Fields around Breckenridge. Men’s lacrosse comes to the High Country for two days of intense play. Open to players of all abilities. Players must be at least 18 years old. 970-453-1734, www.townofbreckenridge.com 1, 2 - Printmaking Slam - 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Fuqua Livery Stable, 110 E. Washington Ave. Join master printmaker Michael Vigil from Taos, NM, for a two day printmaking slam. Participants will learn the art of creating monotypes and other printmaking techniques. $125 for both sessions, all materials included. 970-453-3364 1, 2, 15, 16, 29, 30 - Babe, the Sheep Pig - 1st 10 a.m., 2nd 1 p.m., 15th 10 a.m., 16th 1 p.m., 29th 10 a.m. and 1 p.m., 30th 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. at The Backstage Theatre, 121 S. Ridge St. Based on the book by Dick King-Smith, this adaptation by renowned children's theatre dramatist David Wood tells the story of a plucky pig who defied all expectations to become a champion sheep-herder. Told with great humor, joy and heartwarming sincerity. $8. 970-453-0199, www.backstagetheatre.org 1 - NRO Free Chamber Music - 2 p.m. at the Shops at Old South Main, 310 S. Main Street, Breckenridge. 970-453-5825, www.nromusic.com 1 - Cash for Gold, NRO Fund Raiser - 4-7 p.m. at Park Avenue Pub, 535 South Park Avenue, Matheu’s Fine Watches and Jewelry paying cash for your gold. Bring your gold, make some money, and help support the NRO. Free. 970-453-5825, www.nromusic.com 1 - Parents Night Out (ages 5-12) - 5-8 p.m. at the Breckenridge Recreation Center, 880 Airport Rd. Drop the kids off for a night of climbing, gym games, all sorts of other fun activities and dinner. $20 per child. 970-453-1734, www.townofbreckenridge.com 1, 2, 13, 14, 15, 16 - The Drunkard - 7:30 p.m. at The Backstage Theatre, 121 S. Ridge St. The Drunkard (first presented in 1980), the story of a temperance leader fallen from grace, is hysterically goofy, sweetly affecting, and pure, unabashed entertainment. Adults $18, children (under 12) $12. 970-453-0199 www.backstagetheatre.org 1 - NRO Orchestra Concert: “Visions and Impressions” - 7:30 p.m. Breckenridge Riverwalk Center. Wagner Tristan and Isolde, Ewazen Visions of Light, Joseph Alessi, 1980 NRO alumnus, trombone, and Ravel Daphnis and Chloe, Suites No. 1 and 2. Tickets: $22 - $32. 970-547-3100, www.nromusic.com 2 - Blue River Series Concert: Leo Kottke - 7:30 p.m. at the Riverwalk Center. Legendary acoustic guitar virtuoso and singer-songwriter, Kottke’s innovative finger picking style draws on influences from blues, jazz and folk music. $30. 970-547-3100, www.breckenridgemusicfestival.com 3, 10 - Ceramic Mexican Trees of Life - 2 p.m.- 4 p.m. at the Quandary Antiques Cabin, 131 S. Ridge St. Students will create a clay tree and attach tiny leaves, flowers, and all kinds of creatures to make an interesting keepsake.$35 for two sessions. 970-453-3364 4 - Bike Tuning Clinic - 6-9 p.m. at the Breckenridge Recreation Center, 880 Airport Road. Join the staff of Great Adventure Sports as they teach a series of exciting and informative bike-tuning clinics. Learn everything from fixing a flat to overhauling your rear hub! $10. 970-453-1734, www.townofbreckenridge.com 4 - Breckenridge Music Festival Chamber Concert: “Baroque Bash” - 7:30 p.m. at the Riverwalk Center. Bach, Handel and Vivaldi: Concerti, Concerto Grosso and Chaconne. $22. 970-547-3100, www.breckenridgemusicfestival.com 5 - Breckenridge Clay Tiles - 2 p.m.- 4 p.m. at the Quandary Antiques Cabin, 131 S. Ridge St. Learn about how people traveled to Breckenridge 150 years ago and create a textured clay tile that is representative of all the different modes of travel. $30 for two sessions. 970-453-3364 5 - The Summit Trail Running Series sponsored by The North Face Breckenridge - 5:45 p.m. start. Baker’s Tank Trail in Breckenridge. The Series consists of 6 trail running races. Each race features a short and long course, and all races are open to runners of all abilities and ages. 70-453-1734, www.townofbreckenridge.com 5 - NRO Orchestra Concert: “From the Far Reaches of the Empire” - 7:30 p.m. Breckenridge Riverwalk Center. Berlioz Roman Carnival Overture, Mendelssohn Violin Concerto, Erin Zehngut, violin, and Dvorak Symphony No. 6. Tickets: $22 - $32. 970-547-3100, www.nromusic.com 6, 13, 20, 27 - Thursday Wilderness Hikes - 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Meet at the Breckenridge Welcome Center, 203 S. Main St. Join our professional guides on weekly Thursday hikes throughout the Breckenridge backcountry. From easy to difficult, these hikes will entice your senses and teach you all you ever wanted to know about our high alpine ecosystem and history. $8 per person/$22 family. 970-453-1734, www.townofbreckenridge.com 6, 20 - “The Golden Stories of Breckenridge: Peaks on the Past” Film Showing - 3 p.m. at the Town Hall Council Chambers, 150 Ski Hill Rd. See a new film that pays tribute to Breckenridge’s 150 years of history. Produced and edited by local filmmaker Wendy Wolfe. Free. 970-453-9767, www.breckheritage.com 6 - Basic Drawing for Adults - 6 p.m.-8 p.m. at the Fuqua Livery Stable, 110 E. Washington Ave. Participants will develop traditional drawing techniques, using monochromatic materials, applying the elements of line, shape, value, space, and form to produce realistic pieces from direct observation. $25. 970-453-3364 6 - The Breckenridge Music Festival Orchestra presents: “A Grand Italian Opera Evening” - 7:30 p.m. at the Riverwalk Center. Overtures, interludes, and Arias: including Verdi and Puccini. $22-$32. 970-547-3100, www.breckenridgemusicfestival.com 7-9 - Annual Summer Antiques Show and Sale – Friday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sunday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Wellington Lot. Featuring a wide variety of quality antiques and collectibles, free admission. 719-338-1321 7, 8, 9, 21, 22, 23 - The Fantasticks - 7:30 p.m. (2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. shows on the 9th and 23rd) at The Backstage Theatre, 121 S. Ridge St. The Fantasticks was originally presented by Backstage in 1978. "Try To Remember" a time when this romantic charmer wasn't enchanting audiences the world over. Adults $20, children (under 12) $14. 970-453-0199 7 - NRO Orchestra Concert: “Fantastic Finale” - 7:30 p.m. Breckenridge Riverwalk Center. Von Suppe Poet and Peasant Overture, Beethoven Concerto for Violin with Emmanuelle Boisvert, 1985 NRO alumna, piano, Ravel Pavane Pour une Infante Defunte and Debussy La Mer. Tickets: $22 - $32. 970-547-3100, www.nromusic.com 8 - Breck150 Grand Celebration - Almost 150 years to the day Breckenridge first came to life as a mining town and all the stops will be pulled out to make this weekend a truly Grand Celebration. This event will revolve around the Old Courthouse (celebrating its 100th anniversary) and an Old Fashion Street Party on Ridge Street. Highlights will include the removal of a time capsule from the Courthouse cornerstone, a bucket brigade, live music and a grand fireworks display wrapping up the evening. Feature Musicians are The Belleville Outfit at noon and Eilen Jewell at 2 p.m., with The Gourds headlining at 4 p.m. 970-453-2913, www.breck150.com 8 - Art on a Whim Hosts Artist Anne Gifford - 100 N. Main St. Anne Gifford's use of bold colors easily distinguishes her from other watercolorists and helps capture the huge palette Colorado's outdoors offer in the summer and the starkness of the snow in the winter. Her newest works will be on display and she will demonstrate her technique as she works on creating another masterpiece in the gallery. Free. 970-547-8399, www.artonawhim.biz 8 - 6th Annual Arts District Celebration - 10 a.m.-3 p.m. on the corner of S. Ridge St. and E. Washington Ave. Celebrate creativity with the Arts District, sidewalk chalk art contest, artist demonstrations with make and take projects and dancing. Free. 970-453-3364 8 - Intro to Precious Metal Clay - 11 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Fuqua Livery Stable, 110 E. Washington Ave. PMC (precious metal clay) is a relatively new material developed by Mitsubishi that looks and feels like clay, yet when fired, it becomes pure, solid metal. This class will cover the basics of carving and forming the clay. $80. 970-453-3364 8 - Second Saturdays in the Arts District - 4 p.m.-8 p.m. at the Breckenridge Theatre, Fuqua Livery Stable and Tin Shop. Stroll through the Arts District on each Second Saturday of the month and enjoy new exhibitions at the Breckenridge Theatre Gallery featuring the artwork of local artists. Stop by the Fuqua Livery Stable and the Tin Shop. Free. 970-453-3364 8 - The Breckenridge Music Festival Orchestra presents: “Choral Fest” - 7:30 p.m. at the Riverwalk Center. Brahms German Requiem and a special Breckenridge celebratory birthday suite. $22- $32. 970-547-3100, www.breckenridgemusicfestival.com 9 - 2nd Annual Bob Guthrie Memorial Ride - Cycle to Complete the Circle – Start at the Summit Medical Center - 340 Peak One Dr., Frisco. Enjoy the stunning views and terrific bike riding on a 15-mile family ride, 25, 55 or 100-mile ride in and around Summit County while helping to raise funds for the Swan Mountain Rec path. Participants will receive a T-shirt, goody bag, supported rest stops, a delicious lunch, and prizes/ give-aways at the end of the ride. www.tour-the-summit.com 11 - Breckenridge Music Festival Chamber Concert – 2 p.m. at the Barney Ford Museum. Special event celebrating the Breck 150 put together by The Breckenridge Music Festival, The Breckenridge Heritage Alliance, and Applause! $22. 970-547-3100, www.breckenridgemusicfestival.com 12 - Summit Mt. Challenge Mountain Bike Series #6: Pennsylvania Gulch Grind – 5 p.m. at the Stephen C. West Ice Arena/Boreas Pass Trailhead. Voted the favorite course in the series for many years running, The Grind is a point-to-point backcountry course that has it all! $20 pre-registered/$25 day-of/Juniors 18 and Under $10. www.mavsports.com 12 - The Summit Trail Running Series sponsored by The North Face Breckenridge - 5:45 p.m. start. Carter Park in Breckenridge. The Series consists of 6 trail running races. Each race features a short and long course, and all races are open to runners of all abilities and ages. 970-453-1734, www.townofbreckenridge.com 12 - Life Drawing Studio - 7 p.m.-9 p.m. at the Fuqua Livery Stable, 110 E. Washington Ave. Join us for a casual two-hour drawing workshop with a nude model. This open format class will strengthen your mass vs. line skills with paint, pencil, or 3D mediums. $15; please bring your own drawing materials. 970-453-3364 12 - The Breckenridge Music Festival Cabaret Concert: “Cabaret BMF Bacharack, Mancini, and Friends” - 7:30 p.m. at the Riverwalk Center. Music of the 60’s and 70’s: Close to You, Raindrops Keep Falling On My Head, Moon River. $22-$32. 970-547-3100, www.breckenridgemusicfestival.com 13 - Speaker Series: “Railroad Days: The Impact of Trains in Summit County History” - 3 p.m. at the Town Hall Council Chambers, 150 Ski Hill Rd. Presented by Ken Knapp. Free. 970-453-9767, www.breckheritage.com 14-16 - Putterhead Volleyball Tournament - Join the Breckenridge Recreation Department and Volleyball of the Rockies for the 18th Annual Putterhead Volleyball Tournament. Play takes place over the course of 3 days with multiple divisions. 303-745-2255, www.putterheadvolleyball.com 14 - Plein Air Painting 101 - 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Fuqua Livery Stable, 110 E. Washington Ave. This one-day workshop will cover equipment necessary to have an outdoor studio, demo of plein air painting, and an outdoor painting session. The student should come prepared to be outside in this high alpine environment. A basic material list will be provided. This workshop is suitable for oil or watercolor media as well as all levels of painting experience. $75. 970-453-3364 14-16 - 25th Annual Genuine Jazz & Wine Festival - Beginning Friday night at 9 p.m. to Sunday 4 p.m. at the Village at Breckenridge Resort's Ten Mile Ballroom, 535 S. Park Ave. Enjoy world renowned jazz artists and taste exquisite wines in a picturesque and intimate setting at Colorado's longest-running Jazz and Wine Festival. www.genuinejazz.com 14 - Space 2 Studio - 4 p.m.-6 p.m. at the Fuqua Livery Stable, 110 E. Washington Ave. An alternative studio for teens. Learn a new medium each session. On Friday, August 12th, experiment with pastels.Cost First Visit is Free, $5 thereafter. 970-453-3364 14-16 - Youth 3-on-3 Pond Hockey Tournament (ages 7-17) - 6-10 p.m. at the Stephen C West Ice Arena, 0189 Boreas Pass Road. Divisions of play will be Mites through Bantams. Games are half-ice, with two 20-minute running time halves. Sign-ups will be by team or individual. 970-547-9974, www.townofbreckenridge.com 14 - Breckenridge Music Festival Orchestra Concert: “A Musical Tribute To Breckenridge And The Old West” - 7:30 p.m. at the Riverwalk Center. Music for concert and the movies by Copland, Grofé and others. $22- $32. 970-547-3100, www.breckenridgemusicfestival.com 15-16 - Art on a Whim Hosts Sculptor Kristi Shoemaker - 100 N. Main St. Kristi Shoemaker creates whimsical sculptures with unique personalities! Her specialty is cats and dogs, and there will be plenty of her paper mache characters on display as she hosts an exhibition and meet and greet in the gallery. Free. 970-547-8399, www.artonawhim.biz 15-16 - Mining and Railroad Weekend - Railroads played a critical role in helping Breckenridge come to life during the mining era and to develop into the town it is today. This weekend will highlight the railroad relics of Breckenridge's past and showcase the historic railroad route from Breckenridge over Boreas Pass. Free. 970-453-9767, www.breck150.com 15 - Art for the Artist - 9 a.m.-12 p.m. and 1 p.m.-4 .pm. at the Fuqua Livery Stable,110 E. Washington Ave. Not an arts and crafts activity, this program provides opportunities for younger studio arts enthusiasts to learn serious art techniques in a concentrated period of time. The morning workshop will focus on 2-D work. The afternoon workshop will focus on 3-D work. $25 one session $45 for both sessions. 970-453-3364 15-16 - Breckenridge Junior Satellite Tennis Tournament (ages 11-18) - 9 a.m. start at the Breckenridge Recreation Center Tennis Courts, 880 Airport Road. This will be the tournament to crown the summer champ. Tennis and prizes for all participants. Boys and Girls singles 17-18, 15-16, 13-14, 11-12. $22 per player. 970-453-1734, www.townofbreckenridge.com 15 - Parents Night Out (ages 5-12) - 5-8 p.m. at the Breckenridge Recreation Center, 880 Airport Rd. Drop the kids off for a night of climbing, gym games, all sorts of other fun activities and dinner. $20 per child. 970-453-1734, www.townofbreckenridge.com 15 - The Breckenridge Music Festival Orchestra presents: “Russian Fireworks” - 7:30 p.m. at the Riverwalk Center. Tchaikovsky: Serenade for Strings; Rimsky-Korsakov, Prokofiev, and Khatchaturian. $22-$32. 970-547-3100, www.breckenridgemusicfestival.com 18 - Aboriginal Tree Bark Paintings - 2 p.m.-4 p.m. at the Robert Whyte House, 127 S. Ridge St. Inspired by the rhythmic sounds of Aboriginal music, children will produce paintings on actual tree bark. This workshop will explore the culture and history that has shaped this distinguished art form. $25. 970-453-3364 18 - Breckenridge Music Festival Chamber Concert: “Robin Sutherland & Friends” - 7:30 p.m. at the Riverwalk Center. J.S. Bach: Preludes and Fugues; Brahms: Sonata #1 and Piano Quintet. $22. 970-547-3100, www.breckenridgemusicfestival.com 19 - Summit Mt. Challenge Mountain Bike Series #7: The Breck Brawl - 5:30 p.m. at the Breckenridge Ski Resort, Base of Peak 8 SuperConnect. The series wraps up with this circuit race at the Breckenridge Ski Resort with series Overall titles in 25 categories on the line. $20 pre-registered/$25 day-of/Juniors 18 and Under $10. www.mavsports.com 19 - Beginning Silversmithing - 6 p.m.-8:30 p.m. at the Fuqua Livery Stable, 110 E. Washington Ave.Learn the basics of silversmithing. Basic forming and sawing techniques, as well as applying texture to copper and sterling silver will be explored. $50. 970-453-3364 19 - The Breckenridge Music Festival Brass Concert: “Brass Bash” - 7:30 p.m. at the Riverwalk Center. Music by Dukas, Gabrieli, Bach, Mozart, Handel, Ewazen, and Wagner. $22- $32. 970-547-3100, www.breckenridgemusicfestival.com 21-23 - Art on a Whim Hosts local Artist Bonnie Norling-Wakeman - 100 N. Main St. Silverthorne resident Bonnie Norling-Wakeman was voted Summit County’s Best Artist in a locals poll hosted by the Summit Daily in 2008. Her paintings of local scenery capture the county perfectly and she will be in Art on a Whim. Free. 970-547-8399, www.artonawhim.biz 21 - Ice Dancing Social - 5-7 p.m. at the Stephen C. West Ice Arena, 0189 Boreas Pass Road. All adult skaters are invited to attend. Instructors will be on the ice to teach everyone the same steps to a variety of ice dances throughout the evening. Light refreshments provided. $15 per person. 970-547-9974 21 - Breckenridge Music Festival Orchestra Concert - 7:30 p.m. at the Riverwalk Center. Featuring Kathryn Hatmaker, Violin and Michael Linville, Piano. Music by Weber: Overture to Oberon; Mendelssohn: Concerto for Violin and Piano; and Beethoven: Symphony No. 1. $22-$32. 970-547-3100, www.breckenridgemusicfestival.com 22-23 - Francie’s Cabin Volunteer Days - Help get the hut ready for the winter season and earn a free night in the hutmasters’ quarters at any SHA hut. Visit www.summithuts.org for more info or to sign up. 970-4 53-8583 22 - Parents Night Out (ages 5-12) - 5-8 p.m. at the Breckenridge Recreation Center, 880 Airport Rd. Drop the kids off for a night of climbing, gym games, all sorts of other fun activities and dinner. $20 per child. 970-453-1734, www.townofbreckenridge.com 22 - The Breckenridge Music Festival Orchestra Finale Showcase - 7:30 p.m. at the Riverwalk Center. Featuring Nathan Olson, Violin; Ken Krause and John Klinghammer, Clarinets; and Sandy Stimson, Oboe. Music by Hanson, Dvorak, Tchaikovsky, Ponchelli, Mahler, Street, and Borodin. $22-$32. 970-547-3100, www.breckenridgemusicfestival.com 23 – 2nd Annual Race for the Mountains - 9:00am at Peak 8.10K, 5K and kids' running races. Proceeds support Mountain 2 Mountain and its projects abroad. www.mountain2mountain.org, register at www.active.com 23 - Beaded Earrings and Bracelets - 2 p.m.-5 p.m. at the Fuqua Livery Stable, 110 E. Washington Ave. Create beaded earrings and bracelets. All tools and beads are included; just bring your creativity. $40. 970-453-3364 23 - Blue River Series Concert: George Winston - 7:30 p.m. at the Riverwalk Center. Pianist George Winston’s melodic impressionistic style offers a cross between traditional American folk and instrumental pop/R&B music, the ‘rural folk piano’ of his roots. $28. 970-547-3100, www.breckenridgemusicfestival.com 26 - Writer’s Night - 7 p.m.-9 p.m. at the Fuqua Livery Stable, 110 E. Washington Ave. Writers bring their words together in an informal round-table format to network, motivate, inspire, share, read, write, and critique works in progress. $10. 970-453-3364 27 - Textile Club - 6 p.m.-8:30 p.m. at the Fuqua Livery Stable, 110 E. Washington Ave. Drop in and try Batik, Silk Painting, and Tie-Dying with experienced instruction. No experience necessary for great results. On August 27th, create silk prayer flags. $25. 970-453-3364 28-30 - Art on a Whim Hosts Potter Lynne Jacobs - 100 N. Main St. Potter Lynne Jacobs hails from Boulder, Colorado and creates a large line of functional artwork. Her belief that pottery should help make an occasion special is evident in all of her work, the newest of which will be on display throughout the weekend. Free. 970-547-8399, www.artonawhim.biz 29 - Parents Night Out (ages 5-12) - 5-8 p.m. at the Breckenridge Recreation Center, 880 Airport Rd. Drop the kids off for a night of climbing, gym games, all sorts of other fun activities and dinner. $20 per child. 970-453-1734, www.townofbreckenridge.com. All events on this schedule are subject to change without notice. For more information on events in Breckenridge, visit gobreck.com or call the Breckenridge Welcome Center at 970-453-6018. |
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