Aspen Colorado Historical Tours-History Coach
July 14, 2008
Aspen Historical Society Unveils New “HISTORY COACH”
Electric Vehicle Poised for FUN Historical Tours
Ever been on a tour that was fun, funny and informative? The Aspen Historical Society is pleased to unveil its new “HISTORY COACH”, a six-seat electric vehicle specifically designed to give historic tours of downtown Aspen and two Society museums. Co-sponsored by Coates, Reid and Waldron / ResortQuest, the “HISTORY COACH” will operate Tuesday through Saturday at 12:15, 1:00, 1:45, & 2:30. A single custom tour is also available each Sunday and includes lunch and other special surprises.
In an effort to “drive” visitors to both their Wheeler/Stallard and Holden/Marolt Museums, the Historical Society went in search of an environmentally-friendly multi-person tour vehicle. After more than a year of research, The Fargo, North Dakota-based Global Electric Motorcars Gem e6 was selected as the perfect vehicle. With the help of Coates, Reid and Waldron / ResortQuest, the Aspen Historical Society purchased the six-seater this spring and has been outfitting it since. Custom signage was added, tour routes determined and with the hiring of veteran Crystal Palace funny man Michael Monroney as ”the coach”, the “HISTORY COACH” is now ready for operation.
Tours begin at the fountain by the Wheeler Opera House, travel through Aspen’s historic West End to the Wheeler/Stallard Museum on 6th and Bleeker as well as to the Holden/Marolt Mining and Ranching Museum on the eastern edge of the Marolt Open Space before returning to downtown. Cost for the tours is $25 for adults, $20 for seniors and free for children 12 and under. Reservations are suggested, though not required. For more information about Aspen’s “HISTORY COACH” please call Nina Gabianelli at the Aspen Historic al Society, 925-3721, ext. 104.
Aspen Colorado Public Pools
July 13, 2008
After a long day of hiking, biking, boarding, or skiing, relax in our dry sauna, steam room, or our luxurious hot tub!
The James E. Moore Pool has been a part of the Aspen Parks & Recreation Department for over 30 years. The Aspen Recreation Center boasts two unique pools. One pool is a 25-yard, six lane, 4 to 12- foot deep competitive pool with a one meter diving board. The second pool is a zero to 4-foot deep recreation pool, complete with a two-story slide, lazy river and spray features to keep even the youngest child entertained.
Aspen-Snowmass Colorado Antiques Fair
July 13, 2008
July 20-22, 2008
Forty nationally recognized antique dealers fill the Snowmass Mall with historic treasures & vintage gifts. Fine European antiques, rustic furnishings, estate jewelry, glass and fine art are just a few of the items showcased in this MC Presents event.
The Snowmass Antiques Fair runs from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday and takes place on the Snowmass Village Mall.
New Riders of the Purple Sage-Carbondale
July 12, 2008
Sunday, July 20 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM in Carbondale
The New Riders of the Purple Sage has released 12 albums, selling over 4 million records. NRPS began as a part-time, spin-off from the Grateful Dead when Jerry Garcia (pedal steel guitar), Phil Lesh (bass) & Mickey Hart (drums) teamed up with John Dawson (guitar, vocals) & David Nelson (guitar).
For more information visit the Carbondale Council on Arts and Humanities
GONZO-The Life & Work of Hunter S. Thompson
July 11, 2008
Sunday, July 27 - 8:00 PM Paepcke Auditorium $12
summer FILMS: Gonzo: The Life and Work of Dr. Hunter S. Thompson
summerFILMS: Presented in association with Aspen Film. A definitive and fascinating portrait of a larger-than-life figure, Hunter S. Thompson was a true iconoclast: goring sacred cows with impunity, hilarity, and a steely-eyed obsession to right wrongs. Oscar-winning director Alex Gibney (Taxi to the Dark Side, Enron: The Smartest Guys in the Room) focuses on the good doctor’s heyday - from 1965 to 1975. Including clips of home movies and audiotapes and passages from unpublished manuscripts (narrated by Johnny Depp), Gonzo is a three-dimensional portrait that reveals what a unique talent our Woody Creek neighbor was.
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