Birthdays: ABBY LIFTON-ZOLINE, LEE-ANN LYNAM, JENNIFER MEADOWS, DAVID MUSOLF, KEVIN KELL, GRADY LEE, BARB LOKEN, KRISTEN MURPHY, MITZI MILLEN, LAURALEE HUNTER, BILL CLINTON, TIPPER GORE, JILL ST. JOHN, CHRISTIAN SLATER, GINGER BAKER, DAN REHM

The San Miguel Educational Fund – that’s KOTO’s governing board – holds a regular meeting today, Monday, August 19th, at 5:15 p.m. in the Telluride Room at Wilkinson Public Library. The public is invited to attend, and the meeting agenda can be found at koto.org.

Tonight, Monday, August 19th, is Open Mic Night at The Alibi, starting at 6 p.m., and hosted by Sean Wilson of the Tell Tale Signs.

Curious about climate solutions and carbon markets? Don't miss 'Greening the Bottom Line: The Business of Carbon Credits' hosted by Telluride Science and Telluride Foundation. Through a discussion moderated by local climate scientist Adam Chambers, a panel of industry experts will explore how carbon markets and innovative financial strategies are shaping the fight against climate change. Head to The Depot on Wednesday, August 21st, at 5:40 p.m. and learn how cutting-edge approaches are making a real difference.

Instrumental rock trio Atari Safari plays at the SHOW Bar patio on Wednesday, August 21st, starting at 7:30 p.m. The show is FREE, so come out and enjoy the “Sawpit Sound.”

Telluride Gold Kings play on Wednesday, August 21st, from 7-9 p.m. at The Alibi? Can’t make Wednesday’s show? Catch the Gold Kings on Thursday, August 22nd, from 6-8 p.m. at the historic Sheridan Bar. Both shows are FREE!

The Wilkinson Public Library wants to thank YOU for another wonderful summer with a Banana Split Bash on Thursday, August 22nd! Head to the library terrace at 4 p.m. for ice cream & live music from Warren Gilbreath. This event is free and open to the public. All ages are welcome!

A screening of the documentary “Awadagin Pratt: Black in America” will be held at Wilkinson Public Library on Thursday, August 22nd at 6 p.m. This film is co-presented by Telluride Chamber Music, prior to Pratt’s appearance at the Palm Theater with Trio Duende on August 24th.

Join Mountainfilm at the Sheridan Opera House on Friday, August 23rd for their summer fundraiser, a special community screening of Champions of the Golden Valley. This incredible film screened as a sneak peek at the 2024 Mountainfilm Festival. Reception at 6 p.m.; show at 7 p.m. Tickets are available at mountainfilm.org!

Long-time local and internationally-renowned violinist Tom Stone will be performing at the Palm Theatre on Saturday, August 24th, alongside fellow members of ‘Trio Duende’ - pianist Awadagin Pratt, and cellist Sophie Shao. The program includes music by Beethoven, Brahms and Vasks and is a co-presentation by Telluride Chamber Music and Palm Arts.

Tri-County Health Network is proud to continue its partnership with local schools, offering essential dental care through the Skippy school-based program. Skippy provides comprehensive dental services to students, including routine exams, x-rays, cleanings, and oral hygiene education. To learn more about Skippy, visit T-C-H Network dot org.