Birthdays: SARA BREDELL, DEAN ROLLEY, PATRICE DEPATGER, CORINNE PLATT, JILL MASTERS, DAVIS SPONSEL, BRIAN ANDERSON, JOHNNY CARSON, WEIRD AL YANKOVIC, DWIGHT YOAKAM, DOUG FLUTIE, PELE, CHI-CHI RODRIGUEZ, MICHAEL CRICHTON
Today, Wednesday, October 23rd, Tri-County Health Network and Colorado Consumer Health Initiative invite you to take part in a focus group where you can share your experiences with navigating healthcare. This is an opportunity to voice your concerns about the healthcare services in your community, discover resources that can assist you with your medical needs, and learn about ways to advocate for yourself and your community. The group meets at 5 p.m. at Wilkinson Public Library.
Head to The Alibi today, Wednesday, October 23rd, at 5 p.m. for a Book Club discussion of Pam Houston’s timely memoir, Without Exception. Discussion will be led by Jen Parsons. FREE pizza! Sign up at telluridelibrary.org.
The San Miguel Board of County Commissioners meet today, Wednesday, October 23 for a work session at the Placerville Schoolhouse from 5-7 p.m. This is an in-person only listening session to hear the concerns of Down Valley /Placerville residents and those living on the surrounding mesas. There is no Zoom option for this meeting. Got a topic in mind? Please contact Nancy and nancyw@sanmiguelcountyco.gov. Hope to see you there!
The Wright Opera House in Ouray presents Movie Night at the Wright tonight, Wednesday, October 23rd, at 7 p.m. The film will be The Zone of Interest, Rated PG-13. Box office opens at 6:30 p.m.
Wilkinson Public Library hosts a Book Talk and Signing with Zak Podmore tomorrow, Thursday, October 24th, at 5:30pm in the Program Room. Award-winning journalist Zak Podmore brings to life the magnificent terrain and complex politics of the Colorado River, its dying reservoirs—and the surprising revelation that the inevitable loss of Lake Powell could be a turning point for more a sustainable future.
Sheridan Arts Foundation presents a four-night run of Into the Woods, performed by the Not-So-Young People’s Theater, running Thursday, October 24th through Sunday, October 27th at the historic Sheridan Opera House. Showtimes are 6:00 p.m. nightly, with a special 2:00 p.m. matinee on Sunday, October 27th. Get tickets at sheridanoperahouse.com.
Telluride Chamber Music presents the world-famous Project Trio, live in concert at The Alibi tomorrow night, Thursday, October 24th, at 7 p.m. Composed of beatboxing flute (yes, that's a thing!), saxophone and double bass, this is not your average classical show! Enter code ‘KOTO24’ for discounted tickets at telluridechambermusic.org.
Floradora Saloon continues their Local Live Music Happy Hour series this Friday, October 25th, from 5-7 p.m. with Acoustifunk, featuring Mel & Eamon. Live like a local!
Ridgway’s Sherbino Theater is throwing a Halloween Party this Friday, October 25th! Doors at 7 p.m.; Music from DJ Blanche at 8 p.m. Dress in your most killer costume and win prizes! Tickets at the door or in advance at sherbino.org.
It’s that time of year again for the annual election for KOTO’s board of directors, the San Miguel Educational Fund. This year, there are two open board seats. Elected board seats serve two-year terms. If you are interested in running for a seat on the KOTO board of directors, please submit a letter of intent to cara@koto.org by October 31st.