Birthdays: BILL SCHEIN, DAVE-O WHITELAW, JON FISCHER, RANDAL RAUSCH, SAM GREENWOOD, DOLLY PARTON, JUNIOR SEAU, JEAN STAPLETON, DESI ARNAZ JR., ROBERT PALMER, PHIL EVERLY, SHAWN WAYANS, KEN HEIDLAUF, EDGAR ALLEN POE, MAC MILLER

Sean Wilson (of The Tell-Tale Signs) hosts Open Mic Night at The Alibi on Monday evenings starting at 6 p.m. Check out the scene, hit the stage, and meet new friends!

Telluride R-1 School District Board of Education holds a Monthly Meeting on Tuesday, January 21st, at 5:15 pm in the Bridal Veil Conference Room at TMHS and via Zoom. Agenda and Zoom information can be found at tellurideschool.org.

Miner Dome Broadcasting is BACK. This Tuesday, January 21st, students will broadcast the boys basketball game against Ouray, LIVE from the Telluride High School. Tune in at 6:30 p.m. and cheer on your Telluride Miners!

Dolores River Boating Advocates hosts their 12th annual Permit Party on Friday, January 24th, from 6-10 p.m. at the Dolores Community Center. The event is a fundraiser to support the work they do to advocate for, steward, and connect the community with the Dolores River. Entertainment includes a photo booth, and live music from Lawn Chair Kings. Check out an amazing selection of auction items including boating gear, outdoor gear, trips, art, gift certificates, and more! Auction items will be available for bidding online through this Friday, January 24th. Access the auction at auctria.com/auction/DRBA. Visit doloresriverboating.org to learn more and get your tickets today!

Zero Foodprint presents Healthy Soil Happy Hour on Saturday, January 25th, from 4-6 p.m. at Mountain Lodge Telluride. It’s a casual gathering to connect, exchange ideas, and discuss community and sustainability initiatives. Network with local businesses, community members, and sustainability advocates while learning more about composting services available in Telluride.

Get your act together! The 35th KOTO Lip Sync Contest takes place on Saturday, January 25th, and we need a couple more acts to fill out this legendary evening of entertainment! Email your act to kototelluride@gmail.com to sign up. Deadline to sign up is Monday, January 20th.

Birthdays: JANET HUMPHREYS, DEBORAH CONYERS, ERIC HILL, MARK THORNTON, PAT MAHAFFY, KEVIN COSTNER, CURT FLOOD, SARA HONYCHURCH, ROD SURAL, BOBBY GOLDSBORO, CHRIS K (HOST OF COLORADO PLAYLIST)

The Peoples March takes place today, Saturday, January 18th.  Meet at the San Miguel County Courthouse at 11:30 a.m.; the march will start at noon.

Leslie Browning & Friends play a FREE après ski set at the Peaks Resort today, Saturday, January 18th, starting at 3:30 p.m.

Telluride Adaptive Sports Program (TASP) presents Sped Kid: A Powerful Broadway Solo Show About Overcoming Adversity. Support TASP and see an amazing adaptive solo theatrical performance tonight, Saturday, January 18th, at the Black Box Theater at the Palm. Doors at 6:30; show at 7 p.m. Details and tickets at tellurideadaptivesports.org/events.

Bluegrass favorites Big Richard play at the historic Sheridan Opera House tonight, Saturday, January 18th. Doors at 8 p.m.; show at 9 p.m. Tickets are available at sheridanoperahouse.com.

Sean Wilson (of The Tell-Tale Signs) hosts Open Mic Night at The Alibi on Monday evenings starting at 6 p.m. Check out the scene, hit the stage, and meet new friends!

Telluride R-1 School District Board of Education holds a Monthly Meeting on Tuesday, January 21st, at 5:15 pm in the Bridal Veil Conference Room at TMHS and via Zoom. Agenda and Zoom information can be found at tellurideschool.org.

Miner Dome Broadcasting is BACK. This Tuesday, January 21st, students will broadcast the boys basketball game against Ouray, LIVE from the Telluride High School. Tune in at 6:30 p.m. and cheer on your Telluride Miners!

Dolores River Boating Advocates hosts their 12th annual Permit Party on Friday, January 24th, from 6-10 p.m. at the Dolores Community Center. The event is a fundraiser to support the work they do to advocate for, steward, and connect the community with the Dolores River. Entertainment includes a photo booth, and live music from Lawn Chair Kings. Check out an amazing selection of auction items including boating gear, outdoor gear, trips, art, gift certificates, and more! Auction items will be available for bidding online through this Friday, January 24th. Access the auction at www.auctria.com/auction/DRBA. Visit www.doloresriverboating.org to learn more and get your tickets today!

Zero Foodprint presents Healthy Soil Happy Hour on Saturday, January 25th, from 4-6 p.m. at Mountain Lodge Telluride. It’s a casual gathering to connect, exchange ideas, and discuss community and sustainability initiatives. Network with local businesses, community members, and sustainability advocates while learning more about composting services available in Telluride.

Get your act together! The 35th KOTO Lip Sync Contest takes place on Saturday, January 25th, and we need a couple more acts to fill out this legendary evening of entertainment! Email your act to kototelluride@gmail.com to sign up. Deadline to sign up is Monday, January 20th.

Birthdays: MARK IZARD, BETTY WHITE, JAMES EARL JONES, JIM CARREY, DAVID CARUSO, STEVE EARLE, CHILI DAVIS, VIDAL SASSOON, SHARI LEWIS, CHARLIE BALL, JACQUELINE MOSS, LAUREN METZGER, LESLIE PRENDERGAST, MICHELLE DAMIAN, TAMARA SEVESKA, VICTORIA HUTSON, MUHAMMAD ALI, MIKE ENRIQUEZ

The Lone Cone Saloon in Norwood presents FREE live music tonight, Friday, January 17th, featuring Bear Feet. Show starts at 8 p.m.

Reggae band Niceness plays at the historic Sheridan Opera House tonight, Friday, January 17th. Doors at 8 p.m.; show at 9 p.m. FREE AfterSHOW in the Show Bar with DJ Wombat! Get tickets at sheridanoperahouse.com. All additional proceeds from this show will go to the Wildfire Fire Relief Fund 2025 GoFundMe. https://www.gofundme.com/f/wildfire-relief-fund-2025 

Standout rock band Pink Fuzz returns to The Alibi tonight, Friday, January 17th, with opening support from Boot Gun. Show at 9 p.m. Tickets are available at alibitelluride.com.

The Get Stuff Done Club will help you tackle whatever is on your to-do list in the company of others doing the same. Tomorrow, Saturday, January 18th, work together at the library from 10am-12pm. FREE coffee and snacks! Registration is encouraged but not required at telluridelibrary.org.

The Peoples March takes place tomorrow, Saturday, January 18th.  Meet at the San Miguel County Courthouse at 11:30 a.m.; the march will start at noon.

Leslie Browning & Friends play a FREE après ski set at the Peaks Resort tomorrow, Saturday, January 18th, starting at 3:30 p.m.

Telluride Adaptive Sports Program (TASP) presents Sped Kid: A Powerful Broadway Solo Show About Overcoming Adversity. Support TASP and see an amazing adaptive solo theatrical performance tomorrow, Saturday, January 18th, at the Black Box Theater at the Palm. Doors at 6:30; show at 7 p.m. Details and tickets at tellurideadaptivesports.org/events.

Bluegrass favorites Big Richard play at the historic Sheridan Opera House on Saturday, January 18th. Doors at 8 p.m.; show at 9 p.m. Tickets are available at sheridanoperahouse.com.

Sean Wilson (of The Tell-Tale Signs) hosts Open Mic Night at The Alibi on Monday evenings starting at 6 p.m. Check out the scene, hit the stage, and meet new friends!

Telluride R-1 School District Board of Education holds a Monthly Meeting on Tuesday, January 21st, at 5:15 pm in the Bridal Veil Conference Room at TMHS and via Zoom. Agenda and Zoom information can be found at tellurideschool.org.

Get your act together! The 35th KOTO Lip Sync Contest takes place on Saturday, January 25th, and there’s still time to be part of the show! Email your act to kototelluride@gmail.com to sign up. Deadline to sign up is Monday, January 20th. Tickets are now SOLD OUT! Any tickets that become available will be sold at the door on a first-come, first-served basis.

Birthdays: SADE ADU, JIM STAFFORD, A.J. FOYT, FROWNY, BRYAN MILLER, CAROL HIATT, PEGGY KANTER, WIGHT FLOYD, RANDAL HACKBERT, CHRIS CORRIGAN, ROY JONES, KATE MOSS

Join the Telluride Mountain Club and PI Avy Fund for an informative Backcountry Chat tonight, Thursday, January 16th, from 6–8 p.m. at the Wilkinson Public Library. This FREE event begins with a brief "state of the snowpack" update, followed by a hands-on tour planning workshop led by Friends of the San Juans.

Telluride Gold Kings play a FREE show tonight, Thursday, January 16th, from 6-8 p.m. at the historic Sheridan Bar. Don’t miss the hardest working band in town!

Reggae band Niceness plays at the historic Sheridan Opera House tomorrow, Friday, January 17th. Doors at 8 p.m.; show at 9 p.m. FREE AfterSHOW in the Show Bar with DJ Wombat! Get tickets at sheridanoperahouse.com. All additional proceeds from this show will go to the Wildfire Fire Relief Fund 2025 GoFundMe. https://www.gofundme.com/f/wildfire-relief-fund-2025 

Standout rock band Pink Fuzz returns to The Alibi tomorrow, Friday, January 17th, with opening support from Boot Gun. Show at 9 p.m. Tickets are available at alibitelluride.com.

The Get Stuff Done Club will help you tackle whatever is on your to-do list in the company of others doing the same. On Saturday, January 18th, work together at the library from 10am-12pm. FREE coffee and snacks! Registration is encouraged but not required at telluridelibrary.org.

The Peoples March takes place on Saturday, January 18th.  Meet at the San Miguel County Courthouse at 11:30 a.m.; the march will start at noon.

Telluride Adaptive Sports Program (TASP) presents Sped Kid: A Powerful Broadway Solo Show About Overcoming Adversity. Support TASP and see an amazing adaptive solo theatrical performance on Saturday, January 18th, at the Black Box Theater at the Palm. Doors at 6:30; show at 7 p.m. Details and tickets at tellurideadaptivesports.org/events.

Leslie Browning & Friends play a FREE après ski set at the Peaks Resort on Saturday, January 18th, starting at 3:30 p.m.

Bluegrass favorites Big Richard play at the historic Sheridan Opera House on Saturday, January 18th. Doors at 8 p.m.; show at 9 p.m. Tickets are available at sheridanoperahouse.com.

Get your act together! The 35th KOTO Lip Sync Contest takes place on Saturday, January 25th, and there’s still time to be part of the show! Email your act to kototelluride@gmail.com to sign up. Tickets are now SOLD OUT! Any tickets that become available will be sold at the door on a first-come, first-served basis.

Birthdays: BRYNN WATSON, ELAINE PALMINTERI, JOHN NAISBETT, JUDI KIERNAN, KIM HANLEY, MICHELLE HAIRFIELD, LISA LISA, CHARO, MARIO VAN PEEBLES, JONNA WENSEL

Ouray native Ray Harvey will share his poems & stories at the Lone Cone Library in Norwood tonight, Wednesday, January 15th, at 6 p.m., as part of Telluride Institute’s Talking Gourds program. The public is also invited to share stories & poems with the prompt “Mountain Lions.”

Danny DeSantis & Travis Fischer play a FREE Chamber Music Happy Hour tonight, Wednesday, January 15th, from 6-7 p.m. at Telluride Arts HQ.

Bob Dylan-meets-Ween with a New Orleans flair, when The High Country plays a FREE show tonight, Wednesday, January 15th, from 6-8 p.m. at The Alibi.

Join the Telluride Mountain Club and PI Avy Fund for an informative Backcountry Chat tomorrow, Thursday, January 16th, from 6–8 p.m. at the Wilkinson Public Library. This FREE event begins with a brief "state of the snowpack" update, followed by a hands-on tour planning workshop led by Friends of the San Juans. San Miguel County Search and Rescue will also provide essential tips on preparedness for backcountry adventures and explain what to expect during emergency assistance situations.

Telluride Gold Kings play a FREE show tomorrow, Thursday, January 16th, from 6-8 p.m. at the historic Sheridan Bar. Don’t miss the hardest working band in town!

Reggae band Niceness plays at the historic Sheridan Opera House on Friday, January 17th. Doors at 8 p.m.; show at 9 p.m. FREE AfterSHOW in the Show Bar with DJ Wombat! Get tickets at sheridanoperahouse.com. All additional proceeds from this show will go to the WIldfire Fire Relief Fund 2025 GoFundMe. https://www.gofundme.com/f/wildfire-relief-fund-2025 

Standout rock band Pink Fuzz returns to The Alibi on Friday, January 17th, with opening support from Boot Gun. Show at 9 p.m. Tickets are available at alibitelluride.com.

The Peoples March takes place on Saturday, January 18th.  Meet at the San Miguel County Courthouse at 11:30 a.m.; the march will start at noon.

Leslie Browning & Friends play a FREE après ski set at the Peaks Resort on Saturday, January 18th, starting at 3:30 p.m.

Bluegrass favorites Big Richard play at the historic Sheridan Opera House on Saturday, January 18th. Doors at 8 p.m.; show at 9 p.m. Tickets are available at sheridanoperahouse.com.

Get your act together! The 35th KOTO Lip Sync Contest takes place on Saturday, January 25th, and there’s still time to be part of the show! Email your act to kototelluride@gmail.com to sign up. Tickets are now SOLD OUT! Any tickets that become available will be sold at the door on a first-come, first-served basis.

Birthdays: FAYE DUNAWAY, ANDY ROONEY, L.L. COOL J, T. BONE BURNETT, CHRIS SAPONARA, DEBRA MILLER, ERICA CLUM, DEWEY GILBERT, KARL WAGNER, SALLY ROBINSON, STEVE BROM, ALLEN TOUSSAINT, DAVE GROHL

Is weight loss one of your New Year's Resolutions? Learn about healthy New Year's resolutions with Telluride Medical Center providers, Dr. Grundy and Dr. Turner, at the Wilkinson Public Library today, Tuesday, January 14th, at 5:30 p.m.

Miner Dome Broadcasting is BACK. Tonight, Tuesday, January 14th, students will broadcast the boys basketball game against Dolores LIVE from the Telluride High School! Tune in at 7:45 p.m. and cheer on your Telluride Miners!

Telluride Rotary Club invites the public to a screening of a 30-minute documentary film about the Colorado River crisis at its meeting this Wednesday, January 15th, at 12 (noon) in the Wilkinson Public Library’s Program Room. The film gives a concise overview of the history and complexity of the Colorado River’s environmental strain, and offers suggestions for how to work on solving the ongoing problem. Patricia Limerick, a preeminent scholar of the American West, will be present via Zoom for a Q&A following the film. For more information, email telluriderotary@gmail.com.

Ouray native Ray Harvey will share his poems & stories at the Lone Cone Library in Norwood on Wednesday, January 15th, at 6 p.m., as part of Telluride Institute’s Talking Gourds program. The public is also invited to share stories & poems with the prompt “Mountain Lions.”

Danny DeSantis & Travis Fischer play a FREE Chamber Music Happy Hour on Wednesday, January 15th, from 6-7 p.m. at Telluride Arts HQ.

Bob Dylan-meets-Ween with a New Orleans flair, when The High Country plays a FREE show on Wednesday, January 15th, from 6-8 p.m. at The Alibi.

Join the Telluride Mountain Club and PI Avy Fund for an informative Backcountry Chat on Thursday, January 16th, from 6–8 p.m. at the Wilkinson Public Library. This free event begins with a brief "state of the snowpack" update, followed by a hands-on tour planning workshop led by Friends of the San Juans. The session will focus on implementing map-reading skills and navigation apps to improve confidence in planning backcountry ski tours. San Miguel County Search and Rescue will also provide essential tips on preparedness for backcountry adventures and explain what to expect during emergency assistance situations.

Reggae band Niceness plays at the historic Sheridan Opera House on Saturday, January 18th. Doors at 8 p.m.; show at 9 p.m. FREE AfterSHOW in the Show Bar with DJ Wombat! Get tickets at sheridanoperahouse.com.

Get your act together! The 35th KOTO Lip Sync Contest takes place on Saturday, January 25th, and there’s still time to be part of the show! Email your act to kototelluride@gmail.com to sign up. Tickets are now SOLD OUT! Any tickets that become available will be sold at the door on a first-come, first-served basis.

Birthdays: WILD DICK FURY, CARLISLE CONNICK, JOHN GEARTY, MARK LANGE, MICHAEL SAFTLER, BETHANY HIGHT, JULIA LOUIS-DREYFUS, ROBERT STACK, CHIP WALLACE

Celebrate the beauty of the full moon on the Valley Floor! Join Sheep Mountain Alliance for the 2025 Valley Floor Moonlight Progressive Dinner tonight, Monday, January 13th, from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Walk to the trails on the Valley Floor, then ski, snowshoe, or walk to three food and drink stations dispersed throughout the groomed trail loop right by the Shell station. Cider, soup and cookies will be available at the three stations. *Please bring your own bowls and cups!* This event is FREE and open to the community!

Is weight loss one of your New Year's Resolutions? Learn about healthy New Year's resolutions with Telluride Medical Center providers, Dr. Grundy and Dr. Turner, at the Wilkinson Public Library tomorrow, Tuesday, January 14th, at 5:30 p.m.

San Miguel County's free Holiday Tree Recycling lot, located at the Church Camp parking lot at the intersection of Ilium Road and Sunshine Mesa Road, will be open through Wednesday, January 15th. Please remove all lights and ornaments before disposing. No other disposal is permitted at this site.

Telluride Rotary Club invites the public to a screening of a 30-minute documentary film about the Colorado River crisis at its meeting this Wednesday, January 15th, at 12 (noon) in the Wilkinson Public Library’s Program Room. The film gives a concise overview of the history and complexity of the Colorado River’s environmental strain, and offers suggestions for how to work on solving the ongoing problem. Patricia Limerick, a preeminent scholar of the American West, helped produce the film and will be present via Zoom for a Q&A following the film. For more information, email telluriderotary@gmail.com.

Ouray native Ray Harvey will share his poems & stories at the Lone Cone Library in Norwood on Wednesday, January 15th, at 6 p.m., as part of Telluride Institute’s Talking Gourds program. The public is also invited to share stories & poems with the prompt “Mountain Lions.” Stories & Poems Norwood is free and open to all ages! More information at tellurideinstitute.org.

Join the Telluride Mountain Club and PI Avy Fund for an informative Backcountry Chat on Thursday, January 16th, from 6–8 p.m. at the Wilkinson Public Library. This free event begins with a brief "state of the snowpack" update, followed by a hands-on tour planning workshop led by Friends of the San Juans. The session will focus on incorporating map-reading skills and using navigation apps to improve confidence in planning backcountry ski tours. San Miguel County Search and Rescue will also provide essential tips on preparedness for backcountry adventures and explain what to expect during emergency assistance situations.

Get your act together! The 35th KOTO Lip Sync Contest takes place on Saturday, January 25th, and there’s still time to be part of the show! Email your act to kototelluride@gmail.com to sign up. Tickets are now SOLD OUT! Any tickets that become available will be sold at the door on a first-come, first-served basis.

Birthdays: KIRSTIE ALLEY, RAY PRICE, RICKY VAN SHELTON, HOWARD STERN, SMOKIN’ JOE FRAZIER, AL LEWIS, ROOSTER COUCH, MELBA GACEK, DOMINIQUE WILKINS

Celebrate the beauty of the full moon on the Valley Floor! Join Sheep Mountain Alliance for the 2025 Valley Floor Moonlight Progressive Dinner tomorrow, Monday, January 13th, from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Walk to the trails on the Valley Floor, then ski, snowshoe, or walk to three food and drink stations dispersed throughout the groomed trail loop right by the Shell station. Cider, soup and cookies will be available at the three stations. *Please bring your own bowls and cups!* This event is FREE and open to the community!

Is weight loss one of your New Year's Resolutions? Learn about healthy New Year's resolutions with Telluride Medical Center providers, Dr. Grundy and Dr. Turner, at the Wilkinson Public Library on Tuesday, January 14th at 5:30 p.m.

San Miguel County's free Holiday Tree Recycling lot, located at the Church Camp parking lot at the intersection of Ilium Road and Sunshine Mesa Road, will be open through Wednesday, January 15th. Please remove all lights and ornaments before disposing. No other disposal is permitted at this site.

Telluride Rotary Club invites the public to a screening of a 30-minute documentary film about the Colorado River crisis at its meeting this Wednesday, January 15th, at 12 (noon) in the Wilkinson Public Library’s Program Room. The film gives a concise overview of the history and complexity of the Colorado River’s environmental strain, and offers suggestions for how to work on solving the ongoing problem. Patricia Limerick, a preeminent scholar of the American West, helped produce the film and will be present via Zoom for a Q&A following the film. For more information, email telluriderotary@gmail.com.

Ouray native Ray Harvey will share his poems & stories at the Lone Cone Library in Norwood on Wednesday, January 15th, at 6 p.m., as part of Telluride Institute’s Talking Gourds program. The public is also invited to share stories & poems with the prompt “Mountain Lions.” Stories & Poems Norwood is free and open to all ages! More information at tellurideinstitute.org.

Join the Telluride Mountain Club and PI Avy Fund for an informative Backcountry Chat on Tuesday, January 16th, from 6–8 p.m. at the Wilkinson Public Library. This free event begins with a brief "state of the snowpack" update, followed by a hands-on tour planning workshop led by Friends of the San Juans. The session will focus on incorporating map-reading skills and using navigation apps to improve confidence in planning backcountry ski tours. San Miguel County Search and Rescue will also provide essential tips on preparedness for backcountry adventures and explain what to expect during emergency assistance situations.

Get your act together! The 35th KOTO Lip Sync Contest takes place on Saturday, January 25th, and there’s still time to be part of the show! Email your act to kototelluride@gmail.com to sign up. Tickets are now SOLD OUT! Any tickets that become available will be sold at the door on a first-come, first-served basis.

Birthdays: BRENDA OKAMURA, DAN LYNCH, DAN WILLIS, INGRID LUNDAHL, JAKE SPAULDING, LUCAS PRICE, SANDRA HUGHES, MARTHA HUSCHKE, STEVE COSTELLO, MARGARET BERCOVITZ, KRISTEN ZOELLNER, NAOMI JUDD, MARY J. BLIGE, GRANT TINKER, BEN CRENSHAW, HANK DOLLARD

The Sheridan Arts Foundation presents Colorado funk band The Motet, live at the historic Sheridan Opera House tonight, Saturday, January 11th! Doors at 8 p.m.; show at 9 p.m. FREE AfterSHOW DJ set by nOOnz. Get tickets at sheridanoperahouse.com.

Come join the Telluride Choral Society! SpringSing rehearsals for Adult Choirs begin tomorrow, Sunday, January 12th, from 4:30-7 p.m. also at Christ Church. Student Choirs will meet on Wednesdays and Fridays in the Telluride Middle/High School Drama Room. Go to telluridechoralsociety.org for more info and to register.

Celebrate the beauty of the full moon on the Valley Floor! Join Sheep Mountain Alliance for the 2025 Valley Floor Moonlight Progressive Dinner on Monday, January 13th, from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Walk to the trails on the Valley Floor, then ski, snowshoe, or walk to three food and drink stations dispersed throughout the groomed trail loop right by the Shell station. Cider, soup and cookies will be available at the three stations. *Please bring your own bowls and cups!* This event is FREE and open to the community!

Is weight loss one of your New Year's Resolutions? Learn about healthy New Year's resolutions with Telluride Medical Center providers, Dr. Grundy and Dr. Turner, at the Wilkinson Public Library on Tuesday, January 14th at 5:30 p.m.

San Miguel County's free Holiday Tree Recycling lot, located at the Church Camp parking lot at the intersection of Ilium Road and Sunshine Mesa Road, will be open through Wednesday, January 15th. Please remove all lights and ornaments before disposing. No other disposal is permitted at this site.

Telluride Rotary Club invites the public to a screening of a 30-minute documentary film about the Colorado River crisis at its meeting this Wednesday, January 15th, at 12 (noon) in the Wilkinson Public Library’s Program Room. The film gives a concise overview of the history and complexity of the Colorado River’s environmental strain, and offers suggestions for how to work on solving the ongoing problem. Patricia Limerick, a preeminent scholar of the American West, helped produce the film and will be present via Zoom for a Q&A following the film. For more information, email telluriderotary@gmail.com.

Ouray native Ray Harvey will share his poems & stories at the Lone Cone Library in Norwood on Wednesday, January 15th, at 6 p.m., as part of Telluride Institute’s Talking Gourds program. The public is also invited to share stories & poems with the prompt “Mountain Lions.” Stories & Poems Norwood is free and open to all ages! More information at tellurideinstitute.org.

Join the Telluride Mountain Club and PI Avy Fund for an informative Backcountry Chat on Tuesday, January 16th, from 6–8 p.m. at the Wilkinson Public Library. Whether a seasoned backcountry enthusiast or new to exploring the San Juans, this FREE event offers valuable insights, practical skills, and the chance to connect with the community.

Get your act together! The 35th KOTO Lip Sync Contest takes place on Saturday, January 25th, and there’s still time to be part of the show! Email your act to kototelluride@gmail.com to sign up. Tickets are now SOLD OUT! Any tickets that become available will be sold at the door on a first-come, first-served basis.

Birthdays: JIM CROCE, ROD STEWART, PAT BENATAR, RONNIE HAWKINS, SHAWN COLVIN, GEORGE FOREMAN, FRANK SINATRA JR., BEN CRENSHAW, CHRIS SANDS, GEORGE CARR, JONATHAN SILVERMAN, MARY ELLEN WRIGHT, DIANE LAWLESS, ROBERT DALEY, DONALD FAGAN, RITCHIE STOTHARD, DIRK OTIS

Calling All Models! The Telluride AIDS Benefit is holding auditions for the 2025 Fashion Show on Friday, January 10th, and Saturday, January 11th, at the Palm Theater. Whether you're a seasoned pro or new to the runway, join TAB Creative Team Laya and LaMar in supporting this incredible cause. For details or to sign up, visit aidsbenefit.org.

Tonight, Friday, January 10th, at 6 p.m. in Town Park, join local guide & Raide Backpacks athlete Maddie Crowell for a FREE beacon bash! Test your avalanche rescue knowledge and skills with fun competitions and games. Meet under the bra, dress warm, bring a headlamp and avalanche rescue gear (if you have it). Prizes, fun and knowledge will be provided.

Bluegrass band The Grass Blasters are playing the Lone Cone Saloon in Norwood tonight, Friday, January 10th, at 8 p.m. FREE show!

Leslie Browning & Friends will play a FREE après ski show tomorrow, Saturday, January 11th, starting at 3:30 p.m. at the Peaks Resort & Spa.

Claybrook & Tom are playing a FREE show at The Alibi tomorrow, Saturday, January 11th, from 6-8 p.m. Tune in to KOTO on Friday at noon for a special, live performance & interview with the duo.

The Sheridan Arts Foundation presents Colorado funk band The Motet, live at the historic Sheridan Opera House tomorrow, Saturday, January 11th! Doors at 8 p.m.; show at 9 p.m. FREE AfterSHOW DJ set by nOOnz. Get tickets at sheridanoperahouse.com.

Come join the Telluride Choral Society as they begin auditions for the advanced Chamber Singers on Saturday, January 11th, from 2:30-4 p.m., at Christ Church. SpringSing rehearsals for Adult Choirs begin on Sunday, January 12th, from 4:30-7 p.m. also at Christ Church. Student Choirs will meet on Wednesdays and Fridays starting January 8th &10th in the Telluride Middle/High School Drama Room. Go to telluridechoralsociety.org for more info and to register.

Celebrate the beauty of the full moon on the Valley Floor! Join Sheep Mountain Alliance for the 2025 Valley Floor Moonlight Progressive Dinner on Monday, January 13th, from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Walk to the trails on the Valley Floor, then ski, snowshoe, or walk to three food and drink stations dispersed throughout the groomed trail loop right by the Shell station. Cider, soup and cookies will be available at the three stations. *Please bring your own bowls and cups!* This event is FREE and open to the community!

San Miguel County's free Holiday Tree Recycling lot, located at the Church Camp parking lot at the intersection of Ilium Road and Sunshine Mesa Road, will be open through Wednesday, January 15th. Please remove all lights and ornaments before disposing. No other disposal is permitted at this site.

Get your act together! The 35th KOTO Lip Sync Contest takes place on Saturday, January 25th, and we’re looking for the best lip sync-ers in Telluride! Email your act to kototelluride@gmail.com to sign up. Tickets are now SOLD OUT! Any tickets that become available will be sold at the door on a first-come, first-served basis.

Birthdays: JANNA RAPAPORT, JODY VAN STRATT, ZACH TEMPLIN, CRYSTAL GAYLE, JOAN BAEZ, DAVID JOHANSEN, JIMMY PAGE, BART STARR, BOB DENVER, DAVE MATTHEWS, A.J. McLEAN, MUGGSY BOGUES, ANDREW “DRUFER” WILLIAMSON

United States Post Offices are closed today, Thursday, January 9th, in observation of the funeral of former President Jimmy Carter.

Tonight, Thursday, January 9th, Patagonia Telluride will host a FREE film screening from 5-7 p.m. The film Jirishanca, follows climbers as they attempt to summit Jirishanca in Peru, and are forced to account for risk as never before. Plus 2 more sneak peek snow films. Nonprofit High Country conservation advocates will be there tabling and taking donations for a Patagonia product giveaway!

Telluride’s hardest working rock band – the Gold Kings – are playing their FREE weekly show at the historic Sheridan Bar tonight, Thursday, January 9th, from 6-8 p.m. Get out there and support your local musicians!

Bluegrass band The Grass Blasters are playing the Lone Cone Saloon in Norwood tomorrow, Friday, January 10th, at 8 p.m. FREE show!

Leslie Browning & Friends will play a FREE après ski show on Saturday, January 11th, starting at 3:30 p.m. at the Peaks Resort & Spa.

Claybrook & Tom are playing a FREE show at The Alibi on Saturday, January 11th, from 6-8 p.m. Tune in to KOTO on Friday at noon for a special, live performance & interview with the duo.

Calling All Models! The Telluride AIDS Benefit is holding auditions for the 2025 Fashion Show on Friday, January 10th, and Saturday, January 11th, at the Palm Theater. Whether you're a seasoned pro or new to the runway, join TAB Creative Team Laya and LaMar in supporting this incredible cause. For details or to sign up, visit aidsbenefit.org.

Come join the Telluride Choral Society as they begin auditions for the advanced Chamber Singers on Saturday, January 11th, from 2:30-4 p.m., at Christ Church. SpringSing rehearsals for Adult Choirs begin on Sunday, January 12th, from 4:30-7 p.m. also at Christ Church. Student Choirs will meet on Wednesdays and Fridays starting January 8th &10th in the Telluride Middle/High School Drama Room. Go to telluridechoralsociety.org for more info and to register.

San Miguel County's free Holiday Tree Recycling lot, located at the Church Camp parking lot at the intersection of Ilium Road and Sunshine Mesa Road, will be open through January 15th. Please remove all lights and ornaments before disposing. No other disposal is permitted at this site.

Get your act together! The 35th KOTO Lip Sync Contest takes place on Saturday, January 25th, and we’re looking for the best lip sync-ers in Telluride! Email your act to kototelluride@gmail.com to sign up. Tickets are now SOLD OUT! Any tickets that become available will be sold at the door on a first-come, first-served basis.

Birthdays: ELVIS PRESLEY, JIM HARTLE, DAVE MONASEVITCH, FREDERICK MASSER, JAMES LEE DRAPER, JESSE LEADHOLM, LAURA REX, LYNN FOSSBERG, MIKE ALLRED, DAVID BOWIE, LITTLE ANTHONY, CHARLES OSGOOD, REILLY GANDELL

Mountainfilm for Locals is a FREE film screening featuring a mashup of favorites from this year’s Mountainfilm festival. Join the group tonight, Wednesday, January 8th, at 5:30 p.m. at the Wilkinson Public Library.

Telluride Rotary Club meets tonight, Wednesday, January 8, from 5:30 - 7 p.m. at Mountain Lodge in Mountain Village. Anyone with an interest in networking and service is welcome to drop in as a guest. The first half hour is a social gathering. The guest speakers will be the new owners of the historic Sawpit Mercantile. See telluriderotary.com for info and email telluriderotary@gmail.com if you’re interested in attending.

Tomorrow, Thursday, January 9th, Patagonia Telluride will host a FREE film screening from 5-7 p.m. The film Jirishanca, follows climbers as they attempt to summit Jirishanca in Peru, and are forced to account for risk as never before. Plus 2 more sneak peek snow films. Nonprofit High Country conservation advocates will be there tabling and taking donations for a Patagonia product giveaway!

Telluride’s hardest working rock band – the Gold Kings – are playing their FREE weekly show at the historic Sheridan Bar tomorrow, Thursday, January 9th, from 6-8 p.m. Get out there and support your local musicians!

Claybrook & Tom are playing a FREE show at The Alibi on Saturday, January 11th, from 6-8 p.m. Tune in to KOTO on Friday at noon for a special, live performance & interview with the duo.

Leslie Browning & Friends play a FREE après ski show from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the Peaks Resort in Mountain Village.

Calling All Models! The Telluride AIDS Benefit is holding auditions for the 2025 Fashion Show on Friday, January 10th, and Saturday, January 11th, at the Palm Theater. Whether you're a seasoned pro or new to the runway, join TAB Creative Team Laya and LaMar in supporting this incredible cause. For details or to sign up, visit aidsbenefit.org.

Come join the Telluride Choral Society as they begin auditions for the advanced Chamber Singers on Saturday, January 11th, from 2:30-4 p.m., at Christ Church. SpringSing rehearsals for Adult Choirs begin on Sunday, January 12th, from 4:30-7 p.m. also at Christ Church. Student Choirs will meet on Wednesdays and Fridays starting January 8th &10th in the Telluride Middle/High School Drama Room. Go to telluridechoralsociety.org for more info and to register.

San Miguel County's free Holiday Tree Recycling lot, located at the Church Camp parking lot at the intersection of Ilium Road and Sunshine Mesa Road, will be open through January 15th. Please remove all lights and ornaments before disposing. No other disposal is permitted at this site.

Get your act together! The 35th KOTO Lip Sync Contest takes place on Saturday, January 25th, and we’re looking for the best lip sync-ers in Telluride! Email your act to kototelluride@gmail.com to sign up. Tickets are now SOLD OUT! Any tickets that become available will be sold at the door on a first-come, first-served basis.

Birthdays: KATIE COURIC, KENNY LOGGINS, NICOLAS CAGE, PAUL REVERE, JON DAVID CAMPBELL, JUDY KOHIN, ROD HUBBARD, KATE CLAYTON, JANE JANKE, JEFF BERMAN, ERIC KNOWLES

Mountainfilm for Locals is a FREE film screening featuring a mashup of favorites from this year’s Mountainfilm festival. Join the group tomorrow, Wednesday, January 8th, at 5:30 p.m. at the Wilkinson Public Library.

Telluride Rotary Club meets Wednesday, January 8, from 5:30 - 7 p.m. at Mountain Lodge in Mountain Village. Anyone with an interest in networking and service is welcome to drop in as a guest. The first half hour is a social gathering. The guest speakers will be the new owners of the historic Sawpit Mercantile. See telluriderotary.com for info and email telluriderotary@gmail.com if you’re interested in attending.

Thursday, January 9th, Patagonia Telluride will host a FREE film screening from 5-7 p.m. The film Jirishanca, follows climbers as they attempt to summit Jirishanca in Peru, and are forced to account for risk as never before. Plus 2 more sneak peek snow films. Nonprofit High Country conservation advocates will be there tabling and taking donations for a Patagonia product giveaway!

Calling All Models! The Telluride AIDS Benefit is holding auditions for the 2025 Fashion Show on Friday, January 10th, and Saturday, January 11th, at the Palm Theater. Whether you're a seasoned pro or new to the runway, join TAB Creative Team Laya and LaMar in supporting this incredible cause. For details or to sign up, visit aidsbenefit.org.

Come join the Telluride Choral Society as they begin auditions for the advanced Chamber Singers on Saturday, January 11th, from 2:30-4 p.m., at Christ Church. SpringSing rehearsals for Adult Choirs begin on Sunday, January 12th, from 4:30-7 p.m. also at Christ Church. Student Choirs will meet on Wednesdays and Fridays starting January 8th &10th in the Telluride middle/high school Drama Room. Go to telluridechoralsociety.org for more info and to register.

San Miguel County's free Holiday Tree Recycling lot, located at the Church Camp parking lot at the intersection of Ilium Road and Sunshine Mesa Road, will be open through January 15th. Please remove all lights and ornaments before disposing. No other disposal is permitted at this site.

Get your act together! The 35th KOTO Lip Sync Contest takes place on Saturday, January 25th, and we’re looking for the best lip sync-ers in Telluride! Email your act to kototelluride@gmail.com to sign up. Tickets are now SOLD OUT! Any tickets that become available will be sold at the door on a first-come, first-served basis.

This winter, compete in Seas of Trees downhill vertical ski challenge! Strap the skis or snowboard and help support Seas of Trees next 1,000 trees planting effort, happening locally this summer. Track your vert on an app and win prizes, including trees to plant at your home. To sign up, go to www.SeasOfTrees.org.

Birthdays: BONNIE FRANKLIN, LOU HOLTZ, KIM WILSON, EARL SCRUGGS, ADELAIDE ROUSSEAU, ANDREW BELL, GARY BENNETT, KEVEN CROSKEY, MARCIE STECKLER, MORGAN BAZILLIAN, GABRIELLE REECE, JOHN SINGLETON

San Miguel County's free Holiday Tree Recycling lot, located at the Church Camp parking lot at the intersection of Ilium Road and Sunshine Mesa Road, will be open through January 15th. Please remove all lights and ornaments before disposing. No other disposal is permitted at this site.

Telluride Nordic Association hosts their Lunchtime Learn to Ski clinics beginning today, Monday, January 6th. Meet at the Nordic Center in Town Park at 12 (noon) and learn new skills or try Nordic skiing for the first time! More info at telluridenordic.com/clinics.

Telluride AIDS Benefit’s Wearable Art submissions are due today! This year’s theme is “Phenomenal Neon.” Got a great idea? Sketch out what you're dreaming about and send in your application by the end of today, Monday, January 6th. Questions? Call or text Kathleen at 970-728-2437.

The San Miguel Educational Fund (that's KOTO's governing board) has a special meeting tonight, Monday, January 6th, at 5:15 p.m. via Zoom. The meeting agenda and Zoom link are posted at koto.org.

Talking Gourds online poetry series, Bardic Trails, meets via Zoom tomorrow, Tuesday, January 7th, welcoming writer Danny Rosen as their special guest. Visit tellurideinstitute.org for details and the Zoom link.

Mountainfilm for Locals is a FREE film screening featuring a mashup of favorites from this year’s Mountainfilm festival. Join the group on Wednesday, January 8th, at 5:30 p.m. at the Wilkinson Public Library.

Thursday, January 9th, Patagonia Telluride will host a FREE film screening from 5-7 p.m. The film Jirishanca, follows climbers as they attempt to summit Jirishanca in Peru, and are forced to account for risk as never before. Plus 2 more sneak peek snow films. Nonprofit High Country conservation advocates will be there tabling and taking donations for a Patagonia product giveaway!

Calling All Models! The Telluride AIDS Benefit is holding auditions for the 2025 Fashion Show on Friday, January 10th, and Saturday, January 11th, at the Palm Theater. Whether you're a seasoned pro or new to the runway, join TAB Creative Team Laya and LaMar in supporting this incredible cause. For details or to sign up, visit aidsbenefit.org.

Get your act together! The 35th KOTO Lip Sync Contest takes place on Saturday, January 25th, and we’re looking for the best lip sync-ers in Telluride! Email your act to kototelluride@gmail.com to sign up. Remember, all performers must also purchase a ticket or watch from the SHOW Bar. LOW TICKET ALERT! Only a couple of seats remain, so get your tickets now at sheridanoperahouse.com.

This winter, compete in Seas of Trees downhill vertical ski challenge! Strap the skis or snowboard and help support Seas of Trees next 1,000 trees planting effort, happening locally this summer. Track your vert on an app and win prizes, including trees to plant at your home. To sign up, go to www.SeasOfTrees.org.

Birthdays: ROBERT DUVALL, DIANE KEATON, IRIS DeMENT, PAMELA SUE MARTIN, ANDREW FURNEE, JOHN BENNETT, TOM CLARK, VERN EBERT, BARBEL HACKE, MARILYN MANSON, CAROL LEE, HEATHER SACKETT

San Miguel County's free Holiday Tree Recycling lot, located at the Church Camp parking lot at the intersection of Ilium Road and Sunshine Mesa Road, will be open through January 15th. Please remove all lights and ornaments before disposing. No other disposal is permitted at this site.

Telluride AIDS Benefit’s Wearable Art submissions are due tomorrow! This year’s theme is “Phenomenal Neon.” Got a great idea? Sketch out what you're dreaming about and send in your application by Monday, January 6th. Questions? Call or text Kathleen at 970-728-2437.

Telluride Nordic Association hosts their Lunchtime Learn to Ski clinics beginning tomorrow, Monday, January 6th. Meet at the Nordic Center in Town Park at 12 (noon) and learn new skills or try Nordic skiing for the first time! More info at telluridenordic.com/clinics.

The San Miguel Educational Fund (that's KOTO's governing board) has a special meeting tomorrow, Monday, January 6th, at 5:15 p.m. via Zoom. The meeting agenda and Zoom link are posted at koto.org.

Talking Gourds online poetry series, Bardic Trails, meets via Zoom on Tuesday, January 7th, welcoming writer Danny Rosen as their special guest. Visit tellurideinstitute.org for details and the Zoom link.

Mountainfilm for Locals is a FREE film screening featuring a mashup of favorites from this year’s Mountainfilm festival. Join the group on Wednesday, January 8th, at 5:30 p.m. at the Wilkinson Public Library.

Thursday, January 9th, Patagonia Telluride will host a FREE film screening from 5-7 p.m. The film Jirishanca, follows climbers as they attempt to summit Jirishanca in Peru, and are forced to account for risk as never before. Plus 2 more sneak peek snow films. Nonprofit High Country conservation advocates will be there tabling and taking donations for a Patagonia product giveaway!

Calling All Models! The Telluride AIDS Benefit is holding auditions for the 2025 Fashion Show on Friday, January 10th, and Saturday, January 11th, at the Palm Theater. Whether you're a seasoned pro or new to the runway, join TAB Creative Team Laya and LaMar in supporting this incredible cause. For details or to sign up, visit aidsbenefit.org.

Get your act together! The 35th KOTO Lip Sync Contest takes place on Saturday, January 25th, and we’re looking for the best lip sync-ers in Telluride! Email your act to kototelluride@gmail.com to sign up. Remember, all performers must also purchase a ticket or watch from the SHOW Bar. LOW TICKET ALERT! Only a couple of seats remain, so get your tickets now at sheridanoperahouse.com.

This winter, compete in Seas of Trees downhill vertical ski challenge! Strap the skis or snowboard and help support Seas of Trees next 1,000 trees planting effort, happening locally this summer. Track your vert on an app and win prizes, including trees to plant at your home. To sign up, go to www.SeasOfTrees.org.

Birthdays: PATTY LOVELESS, DYAN CANNON, DON SCHULA, FLOYD PATTERSON, ANGELA KIMMEL, BARB SCHEIDEGGER, DIANE ESCHMAN, IRENE VISINTIN, JEFF NORMAN, LINDA MESSIER, SEAN GARRETT, SHERRY ROSE, STU JONES, BILL FANNING, PATRICK WARNE

San Miguel County's free Holiday Tree Recycling lot, located at the Church Camp parking lot at the intersection of Ilium Road and Sunshine Mesa Road, will be open through January 15th. Please remove all lights and ornaments before disposing. No other disposal is permitted at this site.

Grateful Dead tribute band Easy Jim plays tonight, Saturday, January 4th, at the historic Sheridan Opera House! Doors at 8 p.m.; show at 9 p.m. Get tickets at sheridanoperahouse.com before they sell out!

Telluride AIDS Benefit’s Wearable Art submissions are due soon! This year’s theme is “Phenomenal Neon.” Got a great idea? Sketch out what you're dreaming about and send in your application by Monday, January 6th. Questions? Call or text Kathleen at 970-728-2437.

Telluride Nordic Association hosts their Lunchtime Learn to Ski clinics beginning Monday, January 6th. Meet at the Nordic Center in Town Park at 12 (noon) and learn new skills or try Nordic skiing for the first time! More info at telluridenordic.com/clinics.

The San Miguel Educational Fund (that's KOTO's governing board) has a special meeting on Monday, January 6th, at 5:15 p.m. via Zoom. The meeting agenda and Zoom link are posted at koto.org.

Talking Gourds online poetry series, Bardic Trails, meets via Zoom on Tuesday, January 7th, welcoming writer Danny Rosen as their special guest. Visit tellurideinstitute.org for details and the Zoom link.

Mountainfilm for Locals is a FREE film screening featuring a mashup of favorites from this year’s Mountainfilm festival. Join the group on Wednesday, January 8th, at 5:30 p.m. at the Wilkinson Public Library.

Thursday, January 9th, Patagonia Telluride will host a FREE film screening from 5-7 p.m. The film Jirishanca, follows climbers as they attempt to take summit Jirishanca in Peru, and are forced to account for risk as never before. Plus 2 more sneak peek snow films. Nonprofit High Country conservation advocates will be there tabling and taking donations for a Patagonia product giveaway!

Calling All Models! The Telluride AIDS Benefit is holding auditions for the 2025 Fashion Show on Friday, January 10th, and Saturday, January 11th, at the Palm Theater. Whether you're a seasoned pro or new to the runway, join TAB Creative Team Laya and LaMar in supporting this incredible cause. For details or to sign up, visit aidsbenefit.org.

Get your act together! The 35th KOTO Lip Sync Contest takes place on Saturday, January 25th, and we’re looking for the best lip sync-ers in Telluride! Email your act to kototelluride@gmail.com to sign up. Remember, all performers must also purchase a ticket or watch from the SHOW Bar. LOW TICKET ALERT! Only a couple of seats remain, so get your tickets now at sheridanoperahouse.com.

This winter, compete in Seas of Trees downhill vertical ski challenge! Strap the skis or snowboard and help support Seas of Trees next 1,000 trees planting effort. Track your vert on an app and win prizes, including trees to plant at your home. To sign up, visit SeasOfTrees.org.

Birthdays: BRANDT GARBER, DON SEMI, FAITH HUTTON, SHINE PROTEAU, TONY DARANYI, MICHAEL METZ, JOE NAYMIK, DABNEY COLEMAN, STEPHEN STILLS, CHARLES JOHNSON, GARNETT LIVINGSTON, TFARI SMITH, CHIP SCHILLING

Durango band Desiderata plays at The Alibi tonight, Friday, January 3rd. Show at 9 p.m. Tickets are available at alibitelluride.com.

Leslie Browning & Friends play a FREE après ski show at The Peaks tomorrow, Saturday, January 4th, starting at 3:30 p.m.

Grateful Dead tribute band Easy Jim plays tomorrow, Saturday, January 4th, at the historic Sheridan Opera House! Doors at 8 p.m.; show at 9 p.m. Get tickets at sheridanoperahouse.com before they sell out!

Telluride AIDS Benefit’s Wearable Art submissions are due soon! This year’s theme is “Phenomenal Neon.” Got a great idea? Sketch out what you're dreaming about and send in your application by Monday, January 6th. Questions? Call or text Kathleen at 970-728-2437.

Telluride Nordic Association hosts their Lunchtime Learn to Ski clinics beginning Monday, January 6th. Meet at the Nordic Center in Town Park at 12 (noon) and learn new skills or try Nordic skiing for the first time! More info at telluridenordic.com/clinics.

The San Miguel Educational Fund (that's KOTO's governing board) has a special meeting on Monday, January 6th, at 5:15 p.m. via Zoom. The meeting agenda and Zoom link are posted at koto.org.

Talking Gourds online poetry series, Bardic Trails, meets via Zoom on Tuesday, January 7th, welcoming writer Danny Rosen as their special guest. Visit tellurideinstitute.org for details and the Zoom link.

Mountainfilm for Locals is a FREE film screening featuring a mashup of favorites from this year’s Mountainfilm festival. Join the group on Wednesday, January 8th, at 5:30 p.m. at the Wilkinson Public Library.

Thursday, January 9th, Patagonia Telluride will host a FREE film screening from 5-7 p.m. The film Jirishanca, follows Josh Wharton and his climbing partner Vince Anderson as they attempt to take summit Jirishanca in Peru, and are forced to account for risk as never before. Plus 2 more sneak peek snow films. Nonprofit High Country conservation advocates will be there tabling and taking donations for a Patagonia product giveaway!

Calling All Models! The Telluride AIDS Benefit is holding auditions for the 2025 Fashion Show on Friday, January 10th, and Saturday, January 11th, at the Palm Theater. Whether you're a seasoned pro or new to the runway, join TAB Creative Team Laya and LaMar in supporting this incredible cause. For details or to sign up, visit aidsbenefit.org.

Get your act together! The 35th KOTO Lip Sync Contest takes place on Saturday, January 25th, and we’re looking for the best lip sync-ers in Telluride! Email your act to kototelluride@gmail.com to sign up. Remember, all performers must also purchase a ticket or watch from the SHOW Bar. LOW TICKET ALERT! Only a few seats remain, so get your tickets now at sheridanoperahouse.com.

San Miguel County's free Holiday Tree Recycling lot, located at the Church Camp parking lot at the intersection of Ilium Road and Sunshine Mesa Road, will be open through January 15th. Please remove all lights and ornaments before disposing. No other disposal is permitted at this site.

Birthdays: DENNIS OVERLY, NANCY RASMUSSEN, MONIKA CALLARD, JADE RUNNELS, ELSIE MAY WELLS, CHRISTY TURLINGTON, CUBA GOODING JR., SAL BERETELLI, GABRIEL WRIGHT

Join Telluride Science tonight, Thursday, January 2nd, at the Telluride Innovation Center for an unforgettable evening of storytelling with renowned journalists Judy Muller and George Lewis, popular moderators of their Town Talks series. Drawing on their 40 years of experience with ABC and NBC News, they will share some of their funniest, most gripping, and deeply impactful moments from a lifetime of chasing stories around the globe. The event starts at 6 pm (doors open at 5:45 pm). The event is free and open to the public.

The Telluride Gold Kings play their FREE weekly show tonight, Thursday, January 2nd, from 6-8 p.m. at the historic Sheridan Bar.

Durango band Desiderata plays at The Alibi tomorrow, Friday, January 3rd. Show at 9 p.m. Tickets are available at alibitelluride.com.

Leslie Browning & Friends play a FREE après ski show at The Peaks on Saturday, January 4th, starting at 3:30 p.m.

Telluride Nordic Association hosts their Lunchtime Learn to Ski clinics beginning Monday, January 6th. Meet at the Nordic Center in Town Park at 12 (noon) and learn new skills or try Nordic skiing for the first time! More info at telluridenordic.com/clinics.

The San Miguel Educational Fund (that's KOTO's governing board) has a special meeting on Monday, January 6th, at 5:15 p.m. via Zoom. The meeting agenda and Zoom link will be posted at koto.org when available.

Talking Gourds online poetry series, Bardic Trails, meets via Zoom on Tuesday, January 7th, welcoming writer Danny Rosen as their special guest. Visit tellurideinstitute.org for details and the Zoom link.

Mountainfilm for Locals is a FREE film screening featuring a mashup of favorites from this year’s Mountainfilm festival. Join the group on Wednesday, January 8th, at 5:30 p.m. at the Wilkinson Public Library.

San Miguel County's free Holiday Tree Recycling lot, located at the Church Camp parking lot at the intersection of Ilium Road and Sunshine Mesa Road, will be open through January 15th. Please remove all lights and ornaments before disposing. No other disposal is permitted at this site.

Calling All Models! The Telluride AIDS Benefit is holding auditions for the 2025 Fashion Show on Friday, January 10th, and Saturday, January 11th, at the Palm Theater. Whether you're a seasoned pro or new to the runway, join TAB Creative Team Laya and LaMar in supporting this incredible cause. For details or to sign up, visit aidsbenefit.org.

Get your act together! The 35th KOTO Lip Sync Contest takes place on Saturday, January 25th, and we’re looking for the best lip sync-ers in Telluride! Email your act to kototelluride@gmail.com to sign up. Remember, all performers must also purchase a ticket or watch from the SHOW Bar. LOW TICKET ALERT! Only a few seats remain, so get your tickets now at sheridanoperahouse.com.

Birthdays: FATHER GUIDO SARDUCCI, ELLEN DeGENERES, COUNTRY JOE McDONALD, CHELI HOWELL, GEORGE KUCKLY, LEANNE CESARIO, RUSS SKOUSEN, SCOTT BROWN, SUSAN ALLEN, TRACY BREGMAN, CATE BLANCHETT, J.D. SALINGER, LIBBY BIRKENMEIER

The Telluride Gold Kings play their FREE weekly show tomorrow, Thursday, January 2nd, from 6-8 p.m. at the historic Sheridan Bar.

Durango band Desiderata plays at The Alibi on Friday, January 3rd. Show at 9 p.m. Tickets are available at alibitelluride.com.

Leslie Browning & Friends play a FREE après ski show at The Peaks on Saturday, January 4th, starting at 3:30 p.m.

Telluride Nordic Association hosts their Lunchtime Learn to Ski clinics beginning Monday, January 6th. Meet at the Nordic Center in Town Park at 12 (noon) and learn new skills or try Nordic skiing for the first time! More info at telluridenordic.com/clinics.

The San Miguel Educational Fund (that's KOTO's governing board) has a special meeting on Monday, January 6th, at 5:15 p.m. via Zoom. The meeting agenda and Zoom link will be posted at koto.org when available.

Get your act together! The 35th KOTO Lip Sync Contest takes place on Saturday, January 25th, and we’re looking for the best lip sync-ers in Telluride! Email your act to kototelluride@gmail.com to sign up. Remember, all performers must also purchase a ticket or watch from the SHOW Bar. Tickets are $35 and are on sale now at sheridanoperahouse.com. Lip Sync WILL sell out, so get tickets now!

Birthdays: ANTHONY HOPKINS, VAL KILMER, DONNA SUMMER, PATTI SMITH, JOHN DENVER, NOEL JONES, DON MITCHELL, JOANNA BALLARD, BILL WENGER, MEGAN MORRISSETTE, TONY SAVASTANO, KATE LUNDAHL, GREY REMBERT

Telluride Mountain Village Owner’s Association invites you to enjoy live local music in Heritage Plaza today, Tuesday, December 31st, before the annual New Year’s Eve torchlight parade and fireworks at 6:30 p.m. This will be followed by a first-ever free concert at the Telluride Conference Center featuring DJ Kat V and her electronic violin from 8 to 11 p.m. The evening will celebrate the New Year on New York time, allowing everyone to head downtown for the midnight countdown on Main Street.

The Sheridan Arts Foundation presents the New Year’s Eve Velour & Vinyl Gala at the historic Sheridan Opera House tonight, Tuesday, December 31st! Live music from The Marsels and an AfterSHOW by Mr Sweaterz. Doors at 9 p.m.; Show at 10:30 p.m. Tickets are available at sheridanoperahouse.com.

Ring in 2025 and support Ah Haa! Ah Haa will kick off New Year’s Eve tonight, Tuesday, December 31st, with a celebratory Sky Deck viewing of Telluride’s Annual Torchlight Parade. Guests will be treated to a special toast as they watch the glowing spectacle, then enjoy a multi-course dinner with Denver's rising star Guest Chef, Carolina Zubiate specializing in vibrant Peruvian cuisine. Reserve your seats now at ahhaa.org.

O’Bannon’s celebrates the New Year tonight with DJ sets from BRX. 10 p.m. ‘til late!

The Alibi’s New Year’s Eve party features LA-based dance music duo Niiko X Swae, with opening support from DJ Castle. Doors at 9 p.m.; the party begins at 10 p.m. Get tickets at alibitelluride.com.

The Town of Telluride invites residents and visitors to celebrate New Year's Eve with a community-wide celebration tonight, Tuesday, December 31st. The event will feature music from DJ Wombat, a street dance on Main Street, and a fireworks display to welcome the New Year. Main Street will be closed to traffic starting 10:30 p.m.; music starts at 11:15 p.m.; and the countdown and fireworks start at 11:59 p.m.

The San Miguel Educational Fund (that's KOTO's governing board) has a special meeting on Monday, January 6th, at 5:15 p.m. via Zoom. The meeting agenda and Zoom link will be posted at koto.org when available.

The Telluride Gold Kings play their FREE weekly show on Thursday, January 2nd, from 6-8 p.m. at the historic Sheridan Bar.

Durango band Desiderata plays at The Alibi on Friday, January 3rd. Show at 9 p.m. Tickets are available at alibitelluride.com.

Leslie Browning & Friends play a FREE après ski show at The Peaks on Saturday, January 4th, starting at 3:30 p.m.

Telluride Nordic Association hosts their Lunchtime Learn to Ski clinics beginning Monday, January 6th. Meet at the Nordic Center in Town Park at 12 (noon) and learn new skills or try Nordic skiing for the first time! More info at telluridenordic.com/clinics.

Get your act together! The 35th KOTO Lip Sync Contest takes place on Saturday, January 25th, and we’re looking for the best lip sync-ers in Telluride! Email your act to kototelluride@gmail.com to sign up. Remember, all performers must also purchase a ticket or watch from the SHOW Bar. Tickets are $35 and are on sale now at sheridanoperahouse.com. Lip Sync WILL sell out, so get tickets now!

Birthdays: TIGER WOODS, SUZY BOGGUSS, MIKE NESMITH, SKEETER DAVIS, BEN JOHNSON, NICK KENNEDY, CLINT VIEBROCK, ANDREW HIRSCH, RON SHINN, DAVID POTTER, AMY BRAND, JEFF HALDEMAN, DEAN HOHNBAUM, TRACY ULLMAN, CRAIG SMITH, RUDYARD KIPLING, SARA SCOTT, HURLEY KANE

The Sheridan Arts Foundation presents the Holiday Concert Series at the historic Sheridan Opera House! Tonight, Monday, December 30th, Bluegrass breakouts The Fretliners play at 9 p.m.; and tomorrow, Tuesday, December 31st, join The Marsels at the New Year’s Eve Velour & Vinyl Gala – doors at 9 p.m., show at 10:30 p.m. with an AfterSHOW by Mr Sweaterz. Tickets for all shows are available at sheridanoperahouse.com.

Today, Monday, December 30th, celebrate the Festival of Lights in Telluride at Chabad's 3rd annual Menorah Lighting and Chanukah Celebration. The event kicks off at 4 p.m. with a 10-foot Menorah Lighting in the Conference Center Plaza. Festivities will then continue inside the Conference Center with latkes, warm drinks, children's crafts, and live music by DJ Castle.

Telluride Mountain Village Owner’s Association invites you to enjoy live local music in Heritage Plaza on Tuesday, December 31st, before the annual New Year’s Eve torchlight parade and fireworks at 6:30 p.m. This will be followed by a first-ever free concert at the Telluride Conference Center featuring DJ Kat V and her electronic violin from 8 to 11 p.m. The evening will celebrate the New Year on New York time, allowing everyone to head downtown for the midnight countdown on Main Street.

Ring in 2025 and support Ah Haa! Ah Haa will kick off New Year’s Eve on Tuesday, December 31st, with a celebratory Sky Deck viewing of Telluride’s Annual Torchlight Parade. Guests will be treated to a special toast as they watch the glowing spectacle, then enjoy a multi-course dinner with Denver's rising star Guest Chef, Carolina Zubiate specializing in vibrant Peruvian cuisine. Reserve your seats now at ahhaa.org.

The Town of Telluride invites residents and visitors to celebrate New Year's Eve with a community-wide celebration on Tuesday, December 31st. The event will feature music from DJ Wombat, a street dance on Main Street, and a fireworks display to welcome the New Year. Main Street will be closed to traffic starting 10:30 p.m.; music starts at 11:15 p.m.; and the countdown and fireworks start at 11:59 p.m.

The San Miguel Educational Fund (that's KOTO's governing board) has a special meeting on Monday, January 6th, at 5:15 p.m. via Zoom. The meeting agenda and Zoom link will be posted at koto.org when available.

Get your act together! The 35th KOTO Lip Sync Contest takes place on Saturday, January 25th, and we’re looking for the best lip sync-ers in Telluride! Email your act to kototelluride@gmail.com to sign up. Remember, all performers must also purchase a ticket or watch from the SHOW Bar. Tickets are $35 and are on sale now at sheridanoperahouse.com. Lip Sync WILL sell out, so get tickets now!

Birthdays: TED DANSON, MARIANNE FAITHFULL, TOM CONYERS, KARI DISTEFANO, TESSA HEADY, PAUL HORRIGAN, JIM PRENDERGAST, MICHELE RAY, ROBERT TULLER, GINNY VERNEY, MICHELLE McCULLOUGH, MARY TYLER MOORE, JENNIFER BECK, ALLISON DUNN WRIGHT, SUSIE GUSTAFSON

The Sheridan Arts Foundation presents the Holiday Concert Series at the historic Sheridan Opera House! Tonight, Sunday, December 29th, boogie down with Cool Cool Cool at 9 p.m., plus an AfterSHOW by DJ Castle; Bluegrass breakouts The Fretliners play on Monday, December 30th, at 9 p.m.; and on Tuesday, December 31st, join The Marsels at the New Year’s Eve Velour & Vinyl Gala – doors at 9 p.m., show at 10:30 p.m. with an AfterSHOW by Mr Sweaterz. Tickets for all shows are available at sheridanoperahouse.com.

The Telluride Jewish Community is hosting a Chanukah party today, Sunday, December 29th, from 4-6 p.m. at The Alibi. The party is open to all! There will be candle lighting, live music & light bites. Kids are welcome.

This weekend, get ready for Simon Says stand-up comedy, featuring “Kill Tony” comedians! Catch the show tonight, Sunday, December 29th, at The Alibi from 8-10 p.m.

Tomorrow, Monday, December 30th, celebrate the Festival of Lights in Telluride at Chabad's 3rd annual Menorah Lighting and Chanukah Celebration. The event kicks off with a 10-foot Menorah Lighting in the Conference Center Plaza. Festivities will then continue inside the Conference Center with latkes, warm drinks, children's crafts, and live music by DJ Castle.

Telluride Mountain Village Owner’s Association invites you to enjoy live local music in Heritage Plaza on Tuesday, December 31st, before the annual New Year’s Eve torchlight parade and fireworks at 6:30 p.m. This will be followed by a first-ever free concert at the Telluride Conference Center featuring DJ Kat V and her electronic violin from 8 to 11 p.m. The evening will celebrate the New Year on New York time, allowing everyone to head downtown for the midnight countdown on Main Street.

The Town of Telluride invites residents and visitors to celebrate New Year's Eve with a community-wide celebration on Tuesday, December 31st. The event will feature music from DJ Wombat, a street dance on Main Street, and a fireworks display to welcome the New Year. Main Street will be closed to traffic starting 10:30 p.m.; music starts at 11:15 p.m.; and the countdown and fireworks start at 11:59 p.m.

Ring in 2025 and support Ah Haa! Ah Haa will kick off New Year’s Eve on Tuesday, December 31st, with a celebratory Sky Deck viewing of Telluride’s Annual Torchlight Parade. Guests will be treated to a special toast as they watch the glowing spectacle, then enjoy a multi-course dinner with Denver's rising star Guest Chef, Carolina Zubiate specializing in vibrant Peruvian cuisine. Reserve your seats now at ahhaa.org.

Get your act together! The 35th KOTO Lip Sync Contest takes place on Saturday, January 25th, and we’re looking for the best lip sync-ers in Telluride! Email your act to kototelluride@gmail.com to sign up. Remember, all performers must also purchase a ticket or watch from the SHOW Bar. Tickets are $35 and are on sale now at sheridanoperahouse.com. Lip Sync WILL sell out, so get tickets now!

Birthdays: MARTIN MILNER, DENZEL WASHINGTON, JAY BURGESS, RICH DONOVAN, CHARLES GRANDEY, CLAUDIA JOUBET, AMY JEPSON, MARY JOHNSON, ANN THOMPSON, DEA TISDALE, GARY BRODERICK, FREDDIE ROUFA, CHRIS TAMULONIS, DAVID HALL, RYAN TAYLOR

The Sheridan Arts Foundation presents the Holiday Concert Series at the historic Sheridan Opera House! Tonight, Saturday, December 28th, catch tribute act ABBAFAB at 9 p.m.; Sunday, December 29th, put on your dancing shoes with Cool Cool Cool at 9 p.m. with an AfterSHOW by DJ Castle; Bluegrass breakouts The Fretliners play on Monday, December 30th, at 9 p.m.; and on Tuesday, December 31st, join The Marsels at the New Year’s Eve Velour & Vinyl Gala – doors at 9 p.m., show at 10:30 p.m. with an AfterSHOW by Mr Sweaterz. Tickets for all shows are available at sheridanoperahouse.com.

The Town of Mountain Village presents Dinner and a Movie at the Telluride Conference Center. Tonight, Saturday, December 28th, National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation. The movie starts at 6 p.m. View the menu and get tickets in advance at townofmountainvillage.com.

Inspired by the iconic après-ski parties of Europe, Mountain Lodge Telluride brings you the community’s first après-ski pool party: Après Noël, A Party That Sleighs, tonight, Saturday, December 28th, from 3-9 p.m. DJ sets from Castle and Flowmatic, plus live music with Après Nova. Wear your finest holiday togs and participate in a holiday costume contest! Free and open to the public, this is après-ski done right.

Telluride Mountain Village Owner’s Association (TMVOA) has decked the plazas with festive decorations for the holiday season! Check out special light displays and sleigh & throne ice sculptures throughout the Mountain Village Core. This week, look for Santa and his elves strolling the plazas; you may even find Santa on the mountain!

This weekend, get ready for Simon Says stand-up comedy, featuring “Kill Tony” comedians! Catch the show tonight, Saturday, December 28th, at O’Bannon’s from 8-10pm; and Sunday, December 29th, at The Alibi 8-10 p.m.

The Telluride Jewish Community is hosting a Chanukah party tomorrow, Sunday, December 29th, from 4-6 p.m. at The Alibi. The party is open to all! There will be candle lighting, live music & light bites. Kids are welcome.

Monday, December 30th, celebrate the Festival of Lights in Telluride at Chabad's 3rd annual Menorah Lighting and Chanukah Celebration. The event will kick off with a 10-foot Menorah Lighting in the Conference Center Plaza. Festivities will then continue inside the Conference Center with latkes, warm drinks, children's crafts, and live music by DJ Castle. Locals and tourists of all ages are welcome to join this free event and experience the spirit of Chanukah.

Telluride Mountain Village Owner’s Association invites you to enjoy live local music in Heritage Plaza on Tuesday, December 31st, before the annual New Year’s Eve torchlight parade and fireworks at 6:30 p.m. This will be followed by a first-ever free concert at the Telluride Conference Center featuring DJ Kat V and her electronic violin from 8 to 11 p.m. The evening will celebrate the New Year on New York time, allowing everyone to head downtown for the midnight countdown on Main Street.

The Town of Telluride invites residents and visitors to celebrate New Year's Eve with a community-wide celebration on Tuesday, December 31st. The event will feature music from DJ Wombat, a street dance on Main Street, and a fireworks display to welcome the New Year. Main Street will be closed to traffic starting 10:30 p.m.; music starts at 11:15 p.m.; and the countdown and fireworks start at 11:59 p.m.

Get your act together! The 35th KOTO Lip Sync Contest takes place on Saturday, January 25th, and we’re looking for the best lip sync-ers in Telluride! Email your act to kototelluride@gmail.com to sign up. Remember, all performers must also purchase a ticket or watch from the SHOW Bar. Tickets are $35 and are on sale now at sheridanoperahouse.com. Lip Sync WILL sell out, so get tickets now!

Birthdays: KARLA BONOFF, SCOTTY MOORE, PEGGY TOLL, JOSH WEINSTEIN, TOM STEELE, PATTY CRAIGUE, JAKE JACOBSON, MICHAEL LYONS, COKIE ROBERTS, GERARD DEPARDIEU, LOUIS PASTEUR, MARLENE DIETRICH, GABRIEL LYNCH

The Sheridan Opera House Holiday Concert Series presents Telluride Theatre’s “Tease the Season: A Holiday Burlesque & Variety Show” tonight, Friday, December 27th, at 8 p.m.; Saturday, December 28th, catch tribute act ABBAFAB at 9 p.m.; Sunday, December 29th, put on your dancing shoes with Cool Cool Cool at 9 p.m. with an AfterSHOW by DJ Castle; Bluegrass breakouts The Fretliners play on Monday, December 30th, at 9 p.m.; and on Tuesday, December 31st, join The Marsels at the New Year’s Eve Velour & Vinyl Gala – doors at 9 p.m., show at 10:30 p.m. with an AfterSHOW by Mr Sweaterz. Tickets for all shows are available at sheridanoperahouse.com.

The Town of Mountain Village presents several holiday-themed movie nights as part of its monthly Dinner and a Movie series at the Telluride Conference Center. Tonight, Friday, December 27th, it’s Die Hard; and on Saturday, December 28th, National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation. All movies start at 6 p.m. View the menu and get tickets in advance at townofmountainvillage.com.

Telluride Mountain Village Owner’s Association (TMVOA) has decked the plazas with festive decorations for the holiday season! Check out special light displays and sleigh & throne ice sculptures throughout the Mountain Village Core. This week, look for Santa and his elves strolling the plazas; you may even find Santa on the mountain!

This weekend, get ready for Simon Says stand-up comedy, presenting 3 nights of “Kill Tony” comedians! Catch the show tonight, Friday, December 27th, at Telluride Arts HQ from 4-5pm & 7-8pm (FREE!!); Saturday, December 28th, at O’Bannon’s from 8-10pm; and Sunday, December 29th, at The Alibi 8-10 p.m.

Inspired by the iconic après-ski parties of Europe, Mountain Lodge Telluride brings you the community’s first après-ski pool party: Après Noël, A Party That Sleighs, on Saturday, December 28th, from 3-9 p.m. DJ sets from Castle and Flowmatic, plus live music with Après Nova. Wear your finest holiday togs and participate in a holiday costume contest! Free and open to the public, this is après-ski done right.

The Telluride Jewish Community is hosting a Chanukah party on Sunday, December 29th, from 4-6 p.m. at The Alibi. The party is open to all! There will be candle lighting, live music & light bites. Kids are welcome.

Telluride Mountain Village Owner’s Association invites you to enjoy live local music in Heritage Plaza on Tuesday, December 31st, before the annual New Year’s Eve torchlight parade and fireworks at 6:30 p.m. This will be followed by a first-ever free concert at the Telluride Conference Center featuring DJ Kat V and her electronic violin from 8 to 11 p.m. The evening will celebrate the New Year on New York time, allowing everyone to head downtown for the midnight countdown on Main Street.

The Town of Telluride invites residents and visitors to celebrate New Year's Eve with a community-wide celebration on Tuesday, December 31st. The event will feature music from DJ Wombat, a street dance on Main Street, and a fireworks display to welcome the New Year. Main Street will be closed to traffic starting 10:30 p.m.; music starts at 11:15 p.m.; and the countdown and fireworks start at 11:59 p.m.

San Miguel County's free Holiday Tree Recycling lot, located at the Church Camp parking lot at the intersection of Ilium Road and Sunshine Mesa Road, will be open Thursday, December 26th, through January 15th. Please remove all lights and ornaments before disposing. No other disposal is permitted at this site.

Get your act together! The 35th KOTO Lip Sync Contest takes place on Saturday, January 25th, and we’re looking for the best lip sync-ers in Telluride! Email your act to kototelluride@gmail.com to sign up. Remember, all performers must also purchase a ticket or watch from the SHOW Bar. Tickets are $35 and are on sale now at sheridanoperahouse.com. Lip Sync WILL sell out, so get tickets now!

Birthdays: STEVE ALLEN, ALAN KING, JAKE McTIGUE, LINDA JIROUX, FAITH CLICK, DAVID LESNOW, DAVE MALLETTE, DAVID PILLSBURY, WILLIAM SMETHURST, RICHARD VAN ASPEREN, MIKE WENTWORTH, PETER CHADMAN, JOHN GALLEGOS, DEREE BRAND, HENRY MILLER, AMOS HODGES

The Sheridan Arts Foundation presents the Holiday concert series at the historic Sheridan Opera House, featuring Telluride Theatre’s “Tease the Season: A Holiday Burlesque & Variety Show” tonight, Thursday, December 26th, & tomorrow, Friday, December 27th, at 8 p.m.; Saturday, December 28th, catch tribute act ABBAFAB at 9 p.m.; Sunday, December 29th, put on your dancing shoes with Cool Cool Cool at 9 p.m. with an AfterSHOW by DJ Castle; Bluegrass breakouts The Fretliners play on Monday, December 30th, at 9 p.m.; and on Tuesday, December 31st, ring in the New Year with The Marsels at the New Year’s Eve Velour & Vinyl Gala – doors at 9 p.m., show at 10:30 p.m. with an AfterSHOW by Mr Sweaterz. Tickets for all shows are available at sheridanoperahouse.com.

The Town of Mountain Village presents several holiday-themed movie nights as part of its monthly Dinner and a Movie series at the Telluride Conference Center. Tomorrow, Friday, December 27th, it’s Die Hard; and on Saturday, December 28th, National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation. All movies start at 6 p.m. View the menu and get tickets in advance at townofmountainvillage.com.

Telluride Gold Kings play their FREE weekly show tonight, Thursday, December 26th, at the historic Sheridan Bar from 6-8 p.m.

Telluride Mountain Village Owner’s Association (TMVOA) has decked the plazas with festive decorations for the holiday season! Check out special light displays and sleigh & throne ice sculptures throughout the Mountain Village Core. This week, look for Santa and his elves strolling the plazas; you may even find Santa on the mountain!

This weekend, get ready for Simon Says stand-up comedy, presenting 3 nights of “Kill Tony” comedians! Catch the show tomorrow, Friday, December 27th, at Telluride Arts HQ from 4-5pm & 7-8pm (FREE!!); Saturday, December 28th, at O’Bannon’s from 8-10pm; and Sunday, December 29th, at The Alibi 8-10 p.m.

The Telluride Jewish Community is hosting a Chanukah party on Sunday, December 29th, from 4-6 p.m. at The Alibi. The party is open to all! There will be candle lighting, live music & light bites. Kids are welcome.

San Miguel County's free Holiday Tree Recycling lot, located at the Church Camp parking lot at the intersection of Ilium Road and Sunshine Mesa Road, will be open Thursday, December 26th, through January 15th. Please remove all lights and ornaments before disposing. No other disposal is permitted at this site.

Get your act together! The 35th KOTO Lip Sync Contest takes place on Saturday, January 25th, and we’re looking for the best lip sync-ers in Telluride! Email your act to kototelluride@gmail.com to sign up. Remember, all performers must also purchase a ticket or watch from the SHOW Bar. Tickets are $35 and are on sale now at sheridanoperahouse.com. Lip Sync WILL sell out, so get tickets now!

Birthdays: JIMMY BUFFETT, ANNIE LENNOX, SISSY SPACEK, RICKEY HENDERSON, KANDEE DeGRAW SHERMAN, KARL KYLE, MICHAEL LEVITAS, BRIAN O’NEIL, ABBY PAULSON, WILL POWER, JIM WHITAKER, LYNN RAE LOWE, ROD STERLING, BARBARA MANDRELL, J.J. BENTLEY, JUSTIN THEEMLING

Wilkinson Public Library will be closed today, Wednesday, December 25th, to observe the Christmas holiday.

The Sheridan Arts Foundation presents the Holiday concert series at the historic Sheridan Opera House, featuring Telluride Theatre’s “Tease the Season: A Holiday Burlesque & Variety Show” on Thursday, December 26th, & Friday, December 27th, at 8 p.m.; Saturday, December 28th, catch tribute act ABBAFAB at 9 p.m.; Sunday, December 29th, put on your dancing shoes with Cool Cool Cool at 9 p.m. with an AfterSHOW by DJ Castle; Bluegrass breakouts The Fretliners play on Monday, December 30th, at 9 p.m.; and on Tuesday, December 31st, ring in the New Year with The Marsels at the New Year’s Eve Velour & Vinyl Gala – doors at 9 p.m., show at 10:30 p.m. with an AfterSHOW by Mr Sweaterz. Tickets for all shows are available at sheridanoperahouse.com.

The Town of Mountain Village presents several holiday-themed movie nights as part of its monthly Dinner and a Movie series at the Telluride Conference Center. On Friday, December 27th, it’s Die Hard; and on Saturday, December 28th, National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation. All movies start at 6 p.m. View the menu and get tickets in advance at townofmountainvillage.com.

Telluride Mountain Village Owner’s Association (TMVOA) has decked the plazas with festive decorations for the holiday season! Check out special light displays and sleigh & throne ice sculptures throughout the Mountain Village Core. This week, look for Santa and his elves strolling the plazas; you may even find Santa on the mountain!

The Down Valley Community Angel Tree has moved and is now found in the Placerville Park by the Schoolhouse. Everyone is invited to add a symbol or ornament to the juniper tree to remember and honor a loved one who has passed. The tree will be redecorated each year.

This winter, compete in Seas of Trees downhill vertical ski challenge! Strap the skis or snowboard and help support Seas of Trees next 1,000 trees planting effort, happening locally this summer. Track your vert on an app and become King or Queen of the mountain. Win prizes, including trees to plant at your home. To sign up, go to www.SeasOfTrees.org.

San Miguel County's free Holiday Tree Recycling lot, located at the Church Camp parking lot at the intersection of Ilium Road and Sunshine Mesa Road, will be open Thursday, December 26th, through January 15th. Please remove all lights and ornaments before disposing. No other disposal is permitted at this site.

Get your act together! The 35th KOTO Lip Sync Contest takes place on Saturday, January 25th, and we’re looking for the best lip sync-ers in Telluride! Email your act to kototelluride@gmail.com to sign up. Remember, all performers must also purchase a ticket or watch from the SHOW Bar. Tickets are $35 and are on sale now at sheridanoperahouse.com. Lip Sync WILL sell out, so get tickets now!

Birthdays: ANTHONY FAUCI, NOELLE SARTARIO, ROY HOWELL, RICKY MARTIN, EDDIE POPE, DEGREY PHILLIPS, LYNDA STACK, DALE YOCUM, MICHAEL HULST, SHAWN LUNDBERG, KIT CARSON, AVA GARDNER

Wilkinson Public Library will be closed today, Tuesday, December 24th, and tomorrow, Wednesday, December 25th, to observe the Christmas holiday.

Christ Church is having an outdoor Christmas Eve candlelight service at 4:30 p.m. today, Tuesday, December 24th, at the Telluride Elementary School. All are invited!

Telluride Christian Fellowship holds their Christmas Eve Service tonight, Tuesday, December 24th, starting at 5:30 p.m. at 100 E. Columbia Ave. in Telluride.

The Sheridan Arts Foundation kicks off the Holiday concert series at the historic Sheridan Opera House with Telluride Theatre’s “Tease the Season: A Holiday Burlesque & Variety Show” on Thursday, December 26th at 8 p.m. Friday, December 27th, don’t miss Black Pistol Fire at 9 p.m.; and Saturday, December 28th, catch tribute act ABBAFAB at 9 p.m. Tickets for all shows are available at sheridanoperahouse.com.

The Town of Mountain Village presents several holiday-themed movie nights as part of its monthly Dinner and a Movie series at the Telluride Conference Center. On Friday, December 27th, it’s Die Hard; and on Saturday, December 28th, National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation. All movies start at 6 p.m. View the menu and get tickets in advance at townofmountainvillage.com.

Telluride Mountain Village Owner’s Association (TMVOA) has decked the plazas with festive decorations for the holiday season! Check out special light displays and sleigh & throne ice sculptures throughout the Mountain Village Core. This week, look for Santa and his elves strolling the plazas; you may even find Santa on the mountain!

The Down Valley Community Angel Tree has moved and is now found in the Placerville Park by the Schoolhouse. Everyone is invited to add a symbol or ornament to the juniper tree to remember and honor a loved one who has passed. The tree will be redecorated each year.

This winter, compete in Seas of Trees downhill vertical ski challenge! Strap the skis or snowboard on and rip down the slopes and through the trees while you help support Seas of Trees next 1,000 trees planting effort, happening locally this summer. Track your vert on an app and become King or Queen of the mountain. Win prizes, including trees to plant at your home. To sign up, go to www.SeasOfTrees.org.

San Miguel County's free Holiday Tree Recycling lot, located at the Church Camp parking lot at the intersection of Ilium Road and Sunshine Mesa Road, will be open Thursday, December 26th, through January 15th. Please remove all lights and ornaments before disposing. No other disposal is permitted at this site.

Get your act together! The 35th KOTO Lip Sync Contest takes place on Saturday, January 25th, and we’re looking for the best lip sync-ers in Telluride! Email your act to kototelluride@gmail.com to sign up. Remember, all performers must also purchase a ticket or watch from the SHOW Bar. Tickets are $35 and are on sale now at sheridanoperahouse.com. Lip Sync WILL sell out, so get tickets now!

Birthdays: COREY HAIM, SUSAN LUCCI, PAUL HORNUNG, EDDIE VEDDER, FLETCHER SCHULER, DOUG WOLFE, STEVEN BURKUS, DAVE McDONNELL, THOMAS PAFFEL, GARY WHITFIELD, DENNIS ZELLER, HARRY SHEARER, LEAH HEIDENREICH

The Town of Mountain Village presents several holiday-themed movie nights as part of its monthly Dinner and a Movie series at the Telluride Conference Center. Tonight, Monday, December 23rd, Elf! All movies start at 6 p.m. View the menu and get tickets in advance at townofmountainvillage.com. More to come this weekend; stay tuned!

Get your act together! The 35th KOTO Lip Sync Contest takes place on Saturday, January 25th, and we’re looking for the best lip sync-ers in Telluride! Email your act to kototelluride@gmail.com to sign up. Remember, all performers must also purchase a ticket or watch from the SHOW Bar. Tickets are $35 and are on sale today, Monday, December 23rd, at sheridanoperahouse.com. Lip Sync is an epic Telluride tradition and it WILL sell out, so get your tickets fast!

Join Telluride Theatre to celebrate the 10 year anniversary of The Downlow with an evening of local storytelling tomorrow, Monday, December 23rd, at the historic Sheridan Opera House! Hear favorite holiday (and non-holiday) stories from the past 10 years, as well as some special surprises. The event is free and open to everyone ages 21+. VIP tables are available for purchase at telluridetheatre.org. The Show Bar opens at 6, and the stories will start at 7pm - be sure to show up early to grab a seat! You don't want to miss it.

Wilkinson Public Library will be closed Tuesday, December 24th, and Wednesday, December 25th to observe the Christmas holiday.

Christ Church is having an outdoor Christmas Eve candlelight service at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, December 24th, at the Telluride Elementary School. All are invited!

Telluride Mountain Village Owner’s Association (TMVOA) has decked the plazas with festive decorations for the holiday season! Check out special light displays and sleigh & throne ice sculptures throughout the Mountain Village Core. This week, look for Santa and his elves strolling the plazas; you may even find Santa on the mountain!

The Down Valley Community Angel Tree has moved and is now found in the Placerville Park by the Schoolhouse. Everyone is invited to add a symbol or ornament to the juniper tree to remember and honor a loved one who has passed. The tree will be redecorated each year.

This winter, compete in Seas of Trees downhill vertical ski challenge! Strap the skis or snowboard on and rip down the slopes and through the trees while you help support Seas of Trees next 1,000 trees planting effort, happening locally this summer. Track your vert on an app and become King or Queen of the mountain. Win prizes, including trees to plant at your home. To sign up, go to www.SeasOfTrees.org.

San Miguel County's free Holiday Tree Recycling lot, located at the Church Camp parking lot at the intersection of Ilium Road and Sunshine Mesa Road, will be open December 26th through January 15th. Please remove all lights and ornaments before disposing. No other disposal is permitted at this site.

The Sheridan Arts Foundation kicks off the Holiday concert series at the historic Sheridan Opera House with Telluride Theatre’s “Tease the Season: A Holiday Burlesque & Variety Show” on Thursday, December 26th at 8 p.m. Friday, December 27th, don’t miss Black Pistol Fire at 9 p.m.; and Saturday, December 28th, catch tribute act ABBAFAB at 9 p.m. Tickets for all shows are available at sheridanoperahouse.com.

Birthdays: LADY BIRD JOHNSON, ROBIN & MAURICE GIBB, BARBARA BILLINGSLY, RALPH FINNES, RED STEAGALL, STEVE GARVEY, STEVE CARLTON, MIKE FRIEDMAN, BRUCE GILLESPIE, BILL KEES, STEVE WEST, KIMBERLY RUSSELL, ANNE TROSHYNSKI, DIANE SAWYER, AVA SHIMKONIS, WINTER JACOBSON

The Town of Mountain Village presents several holiday-themed movie nights as part of its monthly Dinner and a Movie series at the Telluride Conference Center. Tonight, Sunday, December 22nd, A Christmas Story. And tomorrow, Monday, December 23rd, Elf! All movies start at 6 p.m. View the menu and get tickets in advance at townofmountainvillage.com.

This winter, compete in Seas of Trees downhill vertical ski challenge! Strap the skis or snowboard on and rip down the slopes and through the trees while you help support Seas of Trees next 1,000 trees planting effort, happening locally this summer. Track your vert on an app and become King or Queen of the mountain. Win prizes, including trees to plant at your home. To sign up, go to www.SeasOfTrees.org.

Get your act together! The 35th KOTO Lip Sync Contest takes place on Saturday, January 25th, and we’re looking for the best lip sync-ers in Telluride! Email your act to kototelluride@gmail.com to sign up. Remember, all performers must also purchase a ticket. Tickets are $35 and go on sale tomorrow, Monday, December 23rd, at sheridanoperahouse.com. Lip Sync is an epic Telluride tradition and it WILL sell out, so get your tickets fast!

Join Telluride Theatre to celebrate the 10 year anniversary of The Downlow with an evening of local storytelling tomorrow, Monday, December 23rd, at the historic Sheridan Opera House! Hear favorite holiday (and non-holiday) stories from the past 10 years, as well as some special surprises. The event is free and open to everyone ages 21+. VIP tables are available for purchase at telluridetheatre.org. The Show Bar opens at 6, and the stories will start at 7pm - be sure to show up early to grab a seat! You don't want to miss it.

The Down Valley Community Angel Tree has moved and is now found in the Placerville Park by the Schoolhouse. Everyone is invited to add a symbol or ornament to the juniper tree to remember and honor a loved one who has passed. The tree will be redecorated each year.

Wilkinson Public Library will be closed Tuesday, December 24th, and Wednesday, December 25th to observe the Christmas holiday.

Christ Church is having an outdoor Christmas Eve candlelight service at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, December 24th, at the Telluride Elementary School. All are invited!

San Miguel County's free Holiday Tree Recycling lot, located at the Church Camp parking lot at the intersection of Ilium Road and Sunshine Mesa Road, will be open December 26th through January 15th. Please remove all lights and ornaments before disposing. No other disposal is permitted at this site.

The Sheridan Arts Foundation kicks off the Holiday concert series at the historic Sheridan Opera House with Telluride Theatre’s “Tease the Season: A Holiday Burlesque & Variety Show” on Thursday, December 26th at 8 p.m. Tickets are available at sheridanoperahouse.com.

Birthdays: JANE FONDA, PHIL DONAHUE, CHRIS EVERT, SAMUEL L. JACKSON, BRUCE GILMAN, CHRIS CORCORAN, MICHELLE SWANSON, JACK HARRISON, CHRIS KIMBLE, DIANE MARCHAL, MARGO REED, NIKKI CLIFTON, CHRIS BRENNAN, JUSTIN ESCH, BOB CAMPBELL, PAUL KHAIT, CHRIS TINKHAM, FLORENCE GRIFFITH JOYNER, SILAS BERRIER, TIA SCHENK

Tonight, at 5 p.m., Christ Presbyterian Church in Telluride observes Sacred Winter Solstice with candle lighting, Taizé chants, centering prayer, & silent meditation.

The Town of Mountain Village presents several holiday-themed movie nights as part of its monthly Dinner and a Movie series at the Telluride Conference Center. Tonight, Saturday, December 21st, Polar Express. Tomorrow, Sunday, December 22nd, A Christmas Story. And on Monday, December 23rd, Elf! All movies start at 6 p.m. View the menu and get tickets in advance at townofmountainvillage.com.

Join author Craig Childs and poet Erika Moss for the High Winter Medicine Show - a night of multimedia down-the-rabbit-hole storytelling - on the Solstice tonight, Saturday, December 21st, at The Livery in Norwood at 7pm sharp. With musical guests Ford & Fitzroy. Tickets are available at the door; festive futurism attire welcomed.

The Down Valley Community Angel Tree has moved and is now found in the Placerville Park by the Schoolhouse. Everyone is invited to add a symbol or ornament to the juniper tree to remember and honor a loved one who has passed. The tree will be redecorated each year.

DJ Wombat is spinning tunes at The Alibi tonight, Saturday, December 21st, starting at 10 p.m.

This winter, compete in Seas of Trees downhill vertical ski challenge! Strap the skis or snowboard on and rip down the slopes and through the trees while you help support Seas of Trees next 1,000 trees planting effort, happening locally this summer. Track your vert on an app and become King or Queen of the mountain. Win prizes, including trees to plant at your home. To sign up, go to www.SeasOfTrees.org.

Join Telluride Theatre to celebrate the 10 year anniversary of The Downlow with an evening of local storytelling on Monday, December 23rd, at the historic Sheridan Opera House! Hear favorite holiday (and non-holiday) stories from the past 10 years, as well as some special surprises. The event is free and open to everyone ages 21+. VIP tables are available for purchase at telluridetheatre.org. The Show Bar opens at 6, and the stories will start at 7pm - be sure to show up early to grab a seat! You don't want to miss it.

Christ Church is having an outdoor Christmas Eve candlelight service at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, December 24th, at the Telluride Elementary School. All are invited!

San Miguel County's free Holiday Tree Recycling lot, located at the Church Camp parking lot at the intersection of Ilium Road and Sunshine Mesa Road, will be open December 26th through January 15th. Please remove all lights and ornaments before disposing. No other disposal is permitted at this site.

The Sheridan Arts Foundation kicks off the Holiday concert series at the historic Sheridan Opera House with Telluride Theatre’s “Tease the Season: A Holiday Burlesque & Variety Show” on Thursday, December 26th at 8 p.m. Tickets are available at sheridanoperahouse.com.