Thursday, November 06, 2008 Telluride Historical Museum Lecture Series Part one of a three-part series: "White Gold in Telluride" presented by Colorado Ski Hall of Fame inductees Bill "Senior" Mahoney and Johnnie Stevens at the museum, 6-8 p.m. Cash bar. 970.728.3344
Thursday, November 06, 2008 Telluride Unearthed Discover more about Telluride's rich history through the lens of science. Telluride Historical Museum, 6 p.m. 970.728.3344
Thursday, November 06, 2008 Telluride Unearthed Exploring a theme of "Snowfall in the Valley," visiting scholars deliver a two-hour presentation at the Telluride Historical Museum, 6 p.m. 970.708.7441
Saturday, November 08, 2008 Teton Gravity Research Ski & Snowboard Film Under the Influence plays to winter junkies at the Sheridan Opera House, 8 p.m. 970.728.6363
Thursday, November 13, 2008 Telluride Historical Museum Lecture Series Part two of a series: "When Mountains and Deserts Collide: The Effect of Dust on Mountain Snowmelt" presented by Dr. Thomas Painter from the University of Utah and National Snow and Ice Data Center. Museum, 6-8 p.m.
Thursday, November 13, 2008 Telluride Unearthed Discover more about Telluride's rich history through the lens of science. Telluride Historical Museum, 6 p.m. 970.728.3344
Thursday, November 13, 2008 Telluride Unearthed Exploring a theme of "Snowfall in the Valley," visiting scholars deliver a two-hour presentation at the Telluride Historical Museum, 6 p.m. 970.708.7441
Friday, November 14, 2008 - Sunday, November 16, 2008 KOTO Ski Swap Used and new gear and clothes for all snow activities. Proceeds fund Telluride community radio station. Wilkinson Public Library's underground garage. 970.728.8100
Thursday, November 20, 2008 Telluride Historical Museum Lecture Series Part three of a series: "Clearing the Air on Green Winter: How and Why Ski Resorts are Going Green" presented by Luke Cartin, environmental manager for Vail Resorts Mountain Division. Telluride Historical Museum, 6-8 p.m. 970.728.3344
Thursday, November 20, 2008 Telluride Unearthed Discover more about Telluride's rich history through the lens of science. Telluride Historical Museum, 6 p.m. 970.728.3344
Friday, November 21, 2008 Gondola Opens The Gondola opens for the winter season.
Saturday, November 22, 2008 Turkey Bingo Telluride's Elks invite all to Swede-Finn Hall to participate in frenzied bingo games. Win a turkey for the Thanksgiving table. 970.728.6362
Thursday, November 27, 2008 Telluride Ski Resort Opens Ski the first day of the 2008/2009 lift-served season in Telluride. 970.728.6900
Sunday, November 30, 2008 Sunday at the Palm The Man Who Skied Down Everest (1975) follows world champion skier Yuichiro Miura and his team as they battle avalanches, icefalls and altitude sickness to climb and ski Everest. Palm Theatre, 4 p.m. 970.626.3137
Wednesday, December 03, 2008 Noel Night Shop early, delight in holiday cheer and caroling, and partake in discounts and delicious tidbits in Telluride and Mountain Village stores.
Thursday, December 04, 2008 Dress to Impress View the opening of an exhibit of ski suits from yesteryears. Telluride Historical Museum, 5 to 7 p.m. 970.728.3344
Friday, December 05, 2008 Jingle Jam A holiday event featuring a tree lighting with Santa Claus, warm beverages, treats and toys for children, plus great deals and in-store events at Mountain Village restaurants and shops. Heritage Plaza, 4 to 6 p.m. 970.728.1904
Friday, December 05, 2008 - Sunday, December 07, 2008 Telluride Artisan's Guild Holiday Bazaar A grand sale of jewelry, ceramics, fine art, s and more—all made by the region's talented artists and craftsmakers. Telluride HIgh School: 5 to 8 p.m. on Dec. 5, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Dec. 6, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Dec. 7. 970.728.3930
Friday, December 05, 2008 Toys for Tots Merry Martini Party Buy a ticket and bring a new unwrapped toy to make the holidays brighter for needy children who live in the region. Martinis of all flavors and nibbles are included. Location TBA. 970.708.7997
Friday, December 05, 2008 - Sunday, December 07, 2008 Winter Sing The adults and children at the Telluride Choral Society present a concert series of holiday favorites. Locations and times TBA. 970.728.3411
Friday, December 05, 2008 - Sunday, December 07, 2008 Young People's Theater Local young thespians fill the stage at the Sheridan Opera House with a performance of Peter Pan. 970.728.6363
Thursday, December 11, 2008 Chicago City Limits In the musical comedy Revenge of the Reindeer, Cicago City Limits presents a holiday show from a perspective unlike any other. Sheridan Opera House, 8 p.m. 970.728.6363
Friday, December 12, 2008 Keller Williams Keller Williams, the musician who is not contained by any genre, plays at the Telluride Conference Center.
Friday, December 12, 2008 Meet and Greet U.S. Snowboarding & Ski Cross Athletes After training for the World Cup tour on Misty Maiden, athletes will sign posters at the Hop Garden, 3 p.m.
Friday, December 12, 2008 Tree Lighting Ceremony Sip hot chocolate and cider in Heritage Plaza, visit with Santa and his friends and see the town's 1,000-pound horse at the tree lighting ceremony in Mountain Village. The mayor will light the live tree at 5:30 p.m.
Saturday, December 13, 2008 - Sunday, December 14, 2008 Ballet Telluride Dance Academy presents The Nutcracker at the Palm Theatre, 7 p.m. on Saturday; 3 p.m. on Sunday. 970.369.5669
Saturday, December 13, 2008 Rock and Roll Academy Winter Concert Telluride's young musicians take the Sheridan Opera House stage for an exciting and volume-packed all-ages evening of good old rock and roll. 6:30 p.m. 970.708.1140
Thursday, December 18, 2008 - Sunday, December 21, 2008 Second Stage Holiday Show Local comedian Jeb Barrier brings a performance (geared toward adults) to the Sheridan Opera House stage, 8 p.m. 970.728.6363
Thursday, December 18, 2008 Telluride Film Festival Presents The critically acclaimed film Rocknrolla, directed by Guy Ritchie, plays at the Nugget Theater. 8:30 p.m. 970.626.3137
Friday, December 19, 2008 Telluride Mountain School Rock and Roll Academy Concert Telluride's young musicians present an exciting and volume-packed show at the Telluride Mountain School at noon. 970.708..1140
Sunday, December 21, 2008 - Monday, December 22, 2008 Sitting with Santa Have a free photo taken with Santa and his elves. After the photo, kids can decorate a holiday cookies, provided at no charge. Conference Center in Mountain Village, time TBA. 970.728.1904, ext. 5
Monday, December 22, 2008 Live Theater A traditional holiday production of A Christmas Carol makes a tour stop at the Palm Theatre, 6:30 p.m. 970.369.5669
Wednesday, December 24, 2008 Christmas Eve Torchlight Parade Telluride's slopes are aglow around 6:30 p.m. as skiers carry torches down the mountain toward Telluride. 970.728.7400
Wednesday, December 24, 2008 - Thursday, December 25, 2008 Santa Skis & Santa Photos Look for Santa on the slopes and at Gorrono Ranch for free photos from noon to 3 p.m. 970.728.7400
Friday, December 26, 2008 Mountainfilm in Telluride Fundraiser Mountainfilm presents a special evening at the Sheridan Opera House. Details TBA. 970.728.4123
Saturday, December 27, 2008 - Sunday, December 28, 2008 Golden Dragon Acrobats Direct from Hebei, China, this troupe travels to over 65 countries to share the ancient art of Chinese acrobatics. Palm Theatre, 7 p.m. 970.728.4123
Saturday, December 27, 2008 - Sunday, December 28, 2008 Sheridan Fundraiser Holiday Concert Series The Holiday Brass Quintet plays at the Sheridan Opera House, 8 p.m. 970.728.6363
Sunday, December 28, 2008 Sheridan Opera House Holiday Fundraiser New Orleans piano legend Henry Butler and friends play at the Sheridan Opera House, 8 p.m.
Monday, December 29, 2008 Blood, Sweat and Tears The Sheridan Arts Foundation brings Blood, Sweat and Tears in concert to the Palm Theatre, 8 p.m. 970.728.6363
Wednesday, December 31, 2008 New Year's Eve Concert Bring in 2009 at the Sheridan Opera House with a live R & B/Soul show performed by The Spinners. 970.728.6363
Wednesday, December 31, 2008 New Year's Eve Concert Celebrate 2009 on Colorado Avenue in front of the historic courthouse with a community countdown.
Wednesday, December 31, 2008 Ski Resort/Mountain Village New Year's Eve Celebration Evening festivities include a torchlight parade, fireworks and more. 970.728.7400
Friday, January 02, 2009 SAF Holiday Concert Series A performer (TBA) takes the stage at the Sheridan Opera House. 970.728.6363
Friday, January 09, 2009 - Tuesday, January 13, 2009 Ouray Ice Climbing Festival International climbers compete in the one-of-a-kind public ice park in Ouray. 970.325.4288
Sunday, January 11, 2009 Mother and Daughter Tea Share a formal high tea, one of society's quintessential traditions, with the ladies. Telluride Historical Museum, 2 p.m. 970..728.3344
Friday, January 16, 2009 - Monday, January 19, 2009 SnowFest Mountain Village hosts a weekend that includes music, snow sculpting, a torchlight parade,
snowmobile jumping events, avalanche dog
demonstrations and more. 970.728.7620
Sunday, January 18, 2009 Sunday at the Palm Join NPR film critic Howie Movshovitz for Francois Truffanut's first feature film, The 400 Blows (1959), about a young runaway who must survive on the streets of Paris. Palm Theatre, 4 p.m. 970.626.3137
Friday, January 23, 2009 Guest DJ Day Tune into FM 89.3, 91.7 105.5 or www.koto.org to hear locals vie for the coveted Silver Tongue Award and raise money for KOTO community Radio. Call 970.728.4333 to pledge to keep Telluride's radio commercial free.
Saturday, January 24, 2009 Priest Lake Pursuit Telluride Nordic Association hosts a 15-km pursuit ski race (7.5 km classic/7.5 km skate) at Priest Lake for skiers of all ages. Prizes awarded in every division. Call to confirm date and time. 970.728.1144
Saturday, January 24, 2009 Rock and Roll Academy Ladies Night Out The Academy presents its first two freshly minted all-ladies adult bands. These gals will let their hair down and encourage all to get down for this cacophonous evening of music and dancing. Sheridan Opera House, 7 p.m. 970.708.1140
Friday, January 30, 2009 KOTO Lip Sync Contest Often irreverent, never to be missed, this annual KOTO radio fundraiser always bring down the (Sheridan Opera) house. 970.728.8100
Friday, January 30, 2009 Winter Jazz Telluride Society for Jazz brings singer, songwriter, pianist, composer and two-time Grammy nominee Karrin Allyson to the Palm Theatre, 8 p.m. 970.728.7009
Friday, February 06, 2009 Name That Tune Teams compete in a version of the 1950s television game. There's also opportunities for the audience to interact and win great prizes. Elks Lodge at Swede-Finn Hall. 970.728.8100
Friday, February 06, 2009 - Sunday, February 08, 2009 Young People's Theater Local thespians fill the stage at the Sheridan Opera House with a performance of Grease. 970.728.6363
Monday, February 09, 2009 Chocolate Lovers Fling Sample chocolate concoctions, bid in a silent auction and dance to benefit San Miguel Resource Center, whose mission is to end sexual assault and domestic abuse. Conference Center, 7:30 p.m. 970.728.5842
Wednesday, February 11, 2009 Victorian Valentines Bring the family and make your own valentines in Victorian style. Supplies and refreshments will be provided. Telluride Historical Museum, 3 to 5 p.m. 970.728.3344
Thursday, February 12, 2009 - Saturday, February 14, 2009 Comedy Fest Professional comedy visits Telluride and the Sheridan Opera House. Performances TBA. 970.728.6363
Friday, February 13, 2009 KOTO Film Local radio brings a movie (TBA) to the Nugget Theater. 970.728.8100
Saturday, February 14, 2009 Butch Cassidy Ski Chase Telluride Nordic Association hosts a 15-km classic (no skating) race at Priest Lake with prizes for all age divisions. Call to confirm date and time. 970.728.1144
Saturday, February 14, 2009 Valentine's Day Skiing Look for special Valentine's treat on the ski slopes! 970.728.7400
Sunday, February 15, 2009 San Juan Symphony Telluride Choral Society sponsors "Symphonic Vision," an afternoon symphony of Tchaikovsky, Schubert and Vivaldi at the Palm Theatre, 3 p.m. 970.369.5669
Monday, February 16, 2009 Exhibition Reception Collaborating with the Telluride Historical Museum, the Ah Haa School presents "Before and After," a theme-related art exhibition. Ah Haa School, 5 to 7 p.m. 970.728.3886
Thursday, February 19, 2009 Cribbage Tournament Cribbage players meet at the Cornerhouse Grille for a tournament sponsored by KOTO. 970.728.8100
Friday, February 20, 2009 Fred Garbo Inflatable Theater Company Gigantic inflatable props, audience interaction, whacky characters and lifelike objects are all part of this show that The New York Times calls "helium light and hilarious." Palm Theatre, 7 p.m. 970.369.5669
Saturday, February 21, 2009 - Saturday, February 28, 2009 Gay Ski Week Show your pride in Telluride: Ski on the mountain, mingle at après-ski parties, dance to DJs and create a lifetime of memories in an outrageous alpine setting. 970.728.1904, ext. 5
Tuesday, February 24, 2009 - Monday, March 02, 2009 Telluride AIDS Benefit A weeklong event that works to fight HIV/AIDS and promote HIV/AIDS education. Events include art auctions, fashion shows with live auctions and trunk shows. 970.728.0869
Thursday, February 26, 2009 TAB Fashion Show Sneak Preview & Auction A chance to see fashions from the upcoming gala in a more relaxed atmosphere. See February 24 for more inorfmation about TAB. Telluride Conference Center, 8 p.m. 970.728.0869
Friday, February 27, 2009 TAB Opening Night Reception & Silent Art Auction Art created by AIDS patients at the Children's Hospital of Denver and local and regional artists is offered in a silent auction and reception at the Sheridan Opera House. Bidding starts at noon and continues through the evening. 970.728.0869
Saturday, February 28, 2009 Free HIV/AIDS Testing TAB sponsors free HIV/AIDS tests at the Telluride Medical Center. 970.728.0869
Saturday, February 28, 2009 TAB Gala Fashion Show & Auction This sell-out fashion show features local talent coupled with international designers. See February 24 for more information. Telluride Conference Center, 8 p.m. 970.728.0869
Sunday, March 01, 2009 Sunday at the Palm From famed Japanese film director Hayao Miyazaki, Oscar-winner Spirited Away tells the story (in animation) of a young girl who finds herself in a magicall world ruled by a witch. Palm Theatre, 4 p.m. 970.626.3137
Monday, March 02, 2009 TAB Designer Trunk Show TAB present the opportunity to purchase big-name designer fashions for excellent prices. See Feburary 24 for more information. Sheridan Opera House, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. 970.728.0869
Tuesday, March 10, 2009 - Wednesday, March 11, 2009 Live Theater San Miguel Resource Center presents a play by Phenomental Women, A Memory, A Monlogue, A Rant and A Prayer at the Palm Theatre, 6:30 p.m., in English on Tuesday and in Spanish on Wednesday. 970.728.5842
Thursday, March 12, 2009 FEAST Join the Telluride Medical Center in their annual fundraiser, complete with a multiple-course gourmet dinner paired with wines, a live auction and dance band. Telluride Conference Center, time TBA. 970.728.3848
Friday, March 13, 2009 Grupo Fantasma Telluride Jazz Celebration brings Grupo Fantasma, known for their vaired Latin dance music, to the Sheridan Opera House for a concert. Time TBA. 970.728.7009
Saturday, March 14, 2009 KOTO Concert Local radio presents a live musical experience (TBA). 970.728.8100
Saturday, March 14, 2009 Musical Theater The Palm Theatre presents Rainbow Fish, a musical based on Marcus Pfister's bestselling book and geared for the under-age-10 crowd. 970.369.5669
Saturday, March 14, 2009 TopATen Nordic Race Telluride Nordic Association/TMVOA/Telski hosts a 10-km race for all ages and Nordic disciplines with prizes for winners in every category. Call to confirm date and time. 970.728.1144
Tuesday, March 17, 2009 Baseball on Skis Celebrate St. Patrick's Day by witnessing the annual spectacle of skiers dueling it out with bats, balls and bases on the snow at the base of Lift 7.
Thursday, March 19, 2009 Shakespeare Theater Direct from Minneapolis, Minnesota, Guthrie Theatre and The Acting Company present a live performance of King Henry V at the Palm Theatre. 970.369.5669
Friday, March 27, 2009 - Sunday, March 29, 2009 Swing Camp Telluride Telluride Lindy Society offers a swing dance camp, "Swing Dancing at 9,000 Feet—A Breathtaking Experience," for all enthusiasts. 970.327.4908
Sunday, March 29, 2009 Sunday at the Palm Winner of over 30 film festival awards, The Real Dirt on Farmer John follows an eccentric Illinois farmer and his adventures with hippies, community exile, rumors, arson and revolutionary agriculture. Palm Theatre, 4 p.m. 970.626.3137
Friday, April 03, 2009 KOTO Street Dance Telluride closes main street for this annual après-ski, end-of-the-season concert that features live music on main street and a beer garden. (April 4 is reserved in case of inclement weather.) 970.728.8100
Sunday, April 05, 2009 Telluride Ski Resort Closing Day Enjoy the final turns of the lift-served season. 970.728.7432
Tuesday, April 14, 2009 - Thursday, April 23, 2009 Talking Gourds Spoken Word Festival High-energy poetic performances, poetry slams, workshops and more. Ah Haa School, times TBA. 970.728.3886
Sunday, April 26, 2009 Sunday at the Palm Based on Frances Hodgson Burnett's children's novel, this film, The Secret Garden, tells the story of a young English girl who discovers the key to a forgotten garden. Palm Theatre, 4 p.m. 970.626.3137
