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July 23, 2008 —
Real Raptors and Their Stories - live in Vail at Ford Park. Have you ever wanted to see a Bald Eagle, Golden Eagle or a Great Horned Owl authentically in the wild? Then make sure to visit Vail, Colorado this summer where every Wednesday at 5:30 pm throughout July and August real live raptors of Colorado will be telling their stories. It will be a FREE, family-fun evening of learning and exploration that will captivate all ages. Join us on Gore Creek's grassy promenade (just east of the International Bridge) and experience these rare creatures in their natural habitat, you will even have a chance to take photos of them! Please leave your dogs at home. In case of inclement weather the Raptors will move to the Vail Public Library across from Dobson arena.
July 23, 2008 —
Vail Nature Center Wildflower Walk -- a one hour walk through the nearby woods discovering Colorado mountain flora and learning about conditions that Vail's wildflower live in - 9am
July 23, 2008 —
New York PhilHarmonic - Ford Amphitheater, Vail - 6:00pm - Program Notes
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BEETHOVEN
Turkish March from the Ruins of Athens
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SHOSTAKOVICHFestiveOverture
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RACHMANINOFFConcerto No. 2 in C Minor for Piano and Orchestra, Op.18
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PROKOFIEVRomeo and Juliet, Selections
July 23, 2008 —
Story Hour "Moon Stories" at the Vail Public Library - Cricket's favorite bear will join us today with Frank Ache's adorable stories about a bear that is in love with the moon. We'll explore moon stories from other authors as well. Open to the public. Todler reading hour held at the Vail Library's Children's Room. - 10am Toddlers and 11am Preschoolers - to learn more visit www.vaillibrary.com
July 23, 2008 —
Casual Classics - Music & Converstion with Bravo! Vail Valley Music Festival at the Vail Interfaith Chappel, Vail - Two by Eight
This show is COMPLIMENTARY and tickets are not required. Seats are on a first come, first serve basis.
Program Notes:
MOZARTDuo in B Major for Violin and Viola K. 424Rachel Barton Pine, Violin/ Nokuthula Ngwenyama, Viola
RAFFOcet in C Major for Stings. Op.176Henry Gronnier, Violin/ Rachel Barton Pine, ViolinNina Bodnar, Violin/ Stefan Milenkovich, ViolinThomas Diener, Viola/ Nokuthula Ngwenyama, ViolaAni Aznavoorian, Cello/ Eric Gaenslen, Cello
July 23, 2008 —
Vail Mountain Grind Bike Race at Gold Peak Children's Center - 4:30
July 24, 2008 —
"Best of Must Haves" Lecture, at the Betty Ford Gardens - Joe Lamp'l of Garden Smart -- check www.bettyfordalpinegardens.org/calendar.php for times
July 24, 2008 —
New York Philharmonic - Bravo! Vail Valley Music Festival at Ford Amphitheater, Vail - 6pm - Program Notes
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RAVELMa Mere l'Oye Suite
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BARTOK The Miraculous Mandarian Suite, Op. 19
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TCHAIKOVSKYSymphony No. 4 in F minor, Op 36
July 25, 2008 —
Botanical Illustrations at The Betty Ford Alpine Gardens - A 2-day class at the Gardens in collaboration with Gore Range Natural Science School - see bettyfordalpinegardens.org/calendar.php for more information
July 25, 2008 —
Music in the Gardens: Hudson River Brass Quartet at the Betty Ford Alpine Gardens - Currently based in Westchester County, New York, this group performs a wide variety of music. They always strive to create an interpretation that is fresh and exuberant while remaining mature and refined. A Young Ensemble Group provided by Bravo.12:00p.m. - see bettyfordalpinegardens.org for more information
July 25, 2008 —
New York Philharmonic at the Ford Ampithater, Vail - 6pm - LORIN MAAZEL, MUSIC DIRECTOR & CONDUCTOR
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JEAN-YVES THIBAUDET
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Program Notes
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BARBERSchool for ScandalOverture
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GERSHWINConcerto in F for Piano and Orchestra
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STRAVINSKYLe Sacre du printemps
July 26, 2008 —
7th Annual Beaver Creek Colordao-Eagle River Ride - 100 Mile, 100Km and 42 mile Road Rides - Eagle County's seventh Beaver Creek Colorado-Eagle River Ride - a one-day, 100-mile, 100 Km or 42-mile bicycle ride looping from Beaver Creek to Wolcott up CO Highway 131 to Colorado River Road down to Dotsero and back to Beaver Creek - is back!
The ride takes cyclists through the Eagle River Valley up the rural setting of Highway 131 and along the Colorado River. Most importantly, proceeds from the event will go to SOS Outreach. This year's ambassador is Mike Kloser, three time EcoChallenge winner and former World Cup Mountain Bike champion.
For more information visit www.vailvelo.com/riverride.cfm
July 27, 2008 —
Art in the Gardens: Elaine Kuntz at the Betty Ford Alpine Gardens - Elaine’s art has a realistic approach to location and feeling of atmosphere. Subjects are mountains, beach scenes and botanical studies. Will be demonstrating watercolor and note cards. 10am - 6pm - see bettyfordalpinegardens.org for more information
July 27, 2008 —
JAZZ @ THE MARKET - Mile High Chapter Choir - Free Concert Series - The Vail Farmers' Market, Sundays Noon to 3:30 pm
July 27, 2008 —
Vail International Dance Festival: Opening Night 2008
Mixed bill with performances by Paul Taylor Dance Company, stars from Morphoses/The Wheeldon Company and Pacific Northwest Ballet, acclaimed former Martha Graham principal dancer Fang-Yi Sheu and more to be announced.
With live music, including special appearances by iconic composer/pianist Philip Glass with acclaimed cellist Wendy Sutter, and by Eugenia Zukerman and the Rossetti Quartet representing the Bravo! Vail Valley Music Festival.
Tickets are $17/$65/$85 based on seating, and can be purchased online or by calling 888.920.ARTS(2787).
July 27, 2008 —
Soiree IV at Carolyn & Gary Cage Residence, Beaver Creek - 6pm - YOLANDA KONDONASSIS, HARP
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ANNE-MARIE MCDERMOTT, PIANO
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ANTHEA KRESTON, VIOLIN
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JASON DUCKLES, CELLO
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Program Notes
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MARCEL GRANDJANY
Fantaisie on a Theme of Haydn for Solo Harp, Op. 31
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DVORAK
Trio in E Minor for Piano, Violin and Cello, Op. 90/B. 166/S.112, Dumky
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Ticket Details
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Soiree Series tickets are a benefit to Bravo! patrons who donate at our Benefactor Level ($5,000) or higher. Contact the Development Department to purchase tickets. 970.827.4305.
July 28, 2007 —
Casual Classics - Music & Conversation at Brush Creek Pavilion, Eagle Ranch, Eagle - This show is COMPLIMENTARY and tickets are not required. Seats are on a first come, first serve basis.
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Program Notes
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Winds in Harmony
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ANONYMOUS
Sonata from Bankelsangerlieder for Brass Quintet Hudson River Brass
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ROSSINISonata a Quattro No. 1 in F MajorEugenia Zukerman, Flute/ Alan R. Kay, ClarinetStewart Rose, Horn/ Peter Kolkay, Bassoon
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GAMBAROQuartet No. 2 in C Minor for WindsEugenia Zukerman, Flute/ Alan R. Kay, ClarinetStewart Rose, Horn/ Peter Kolkay, Bassoon
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CRUSELLTrio for Bassoon, Clarinet and HornPeter Kolkay, Bassoon/ Alan R. Kay, ClarinetSteward Rose, Horn
July 28, 2008 —
Yoga in the Gardens at the Betty Ford Alpine Gardens - Instruction provided by Hillary O'Toole of H.O.T. Beauty Wellness. All ability levels welcome. - 9-10am - see bettyfordalpinegardens.org for more information
July 28, 2008 —
Vail International Dance Festival: Paul Taylor Dance Company
Presenting masterpieces by the uniquely American choreographer Paul Taylor.
7:30 p.m. at the Vilar Center, Beaver Creek
"The American spirit soars whenever Taylor's dancers dance." - San Francisco Chronicle
“Paul Taylor is the reigning master of modern dance.” - Time Magazine
Tickets are $45/$55 based on seating and can be purchased online, or by calling 888.920.ARTS(2787).
July 29-30, 2008 —
Story Hour "Let's Go Camping" at The Vail Public Library - Story Hour - Let's Go Camping - Do you love to go camping and sleep under the stars or in a tent? We'll pack our camping gear and a few good books and read around the "campfire" today. Open to the public. - 10am - 12pm - Contact the Vail Public Library at 970-479-2187 or visit www.vaillibrary.com for more information
July 29, 2008 —
Bountiful Baroque at the Vilar Performing Arts Center, Beaver Creek at 6pm - HANDEL/ ARR FUMASOLI
Music for the Royal Fireworks: La Rejouissance
Hudson River Brass
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GEMINIANI,Concerto Grosso for Strings
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VIVALDI/ARR.BAX,Concertoin D Minor for Harp and Strings
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VIVALDIConcerto in A Minor for Bassoon and Strings, RV 497
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HAYDN Concerto No. 2 in D Major for Horn and Strings, Hob.Vlld:4:11
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C.P.E. BACH Trio Sonata in D for Flute, Viola, Obbligato Harpsichord
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J.S. BACH Brandenberg Concerto No. 3 in G Major for Strings, BWV 1048
July 29, 2008 —
Vail International Dance Festival: Pacific Northwest Ballet
Tuesday, July 29, 7:30 p.m. at the Ford Amphitheater, Vail
Program:
Fancy Free (1944)
Music by Leonard Bernstein, choreography by Jerome Robbins.
That’s Life (1981) from 9 Sinatra Songs.
Music recorded by Frank Sinatra, choreography by Twyla Tharp.
Caught (1982)
Music by Robert Fripp, choreography by David Parsons.
Take Five….. More or Less (2007)
Music by Dave Brubeck, choreography by Susan Stroman.
Tickets are $17/$60/$75 based on seating, and are available online or by calling 888.920.ARTS(2787).
July 30, 2008 —
Family Conert: Hudson River Brass Young Artists-in-Residence - Bravo! Vail Valley Music Festival at the Vail Public Library's Community Room - The Family Concert, an informal introduction to orchestral music, features works from Italian composers including Rossini, Vivaldi, Tchaikovsky, and Verdi. For more information please call 970-827-5700 or visit www.vailmusicfestival.org
July 30, 2008 —
Vail International Dance Festival: Balanchine Celebration '08
Wednesday, July 30, 7:30 p.m. at the Vilar Center, Beaver Creek
PNB is back this year with another Balanchine evening following up on the sold-out success of last year’s event. Balanchine Celebration '08 will include performances of the masterpieces Concerto Barocco, Tchaikovsky Pas de Deux, and Agon.
“George Balanchine, who wanted to make classical ballet an American art form, is the rock on which Pacific Northwest Ballet rests.”
-Seattle Post-Intelligencer
“George Balanchine was not only the greatest choreographer of the 20th century; many would call him the greatest of all time.”
- The Washington Post
Program:
Concerto Barocco
Music by Johann Sebastian Bach
Tchaikovsky Pas de Deux
Music by Peter Tchaikovsky.
Agon
Music by Igor Stravinsky
Tickets are $40/$55 based on seating, and are available online or by calling 888.920.ARTS(2787).
July 31, 2008 —
Art in the Gardens: Cheryl St. John at The Betty Ford Alpine Gardens - Cheryl St. John is a plein air artist known for her use of vivid color. She will be painting with watercolors and showing a plein air demonstration. Event is all day - see bettyfordalpinegardens.org for more information
July 31, 2008 —
Mountain Serenade - Harp, Winds and Strings at the
Vail Mountain School, Vail part of Bravo! Vail Valley Music Festival. 6pm - Complimentary - BARBER Adagio, for Strings, from String Quartet No. 1, Op.11
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DEBUSSY Danses sacree et danse profane for Harp and String Quartet
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JANACEK Concertino for Piano
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RAVELIntroduction and Allegro for Harp, Flute, Clarinet, and String Quartet
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TCHAIKOVSKY Serenade in C Major for Strings, Op. 48
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Event Details
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PERFORMANCE PRELUDE--A Pre-Concert Talk
Artistic Director Eugenia Zukerman and artists Anne-Marie McDermott, Nina Bodnar and Peter Kolkay
Vail Mountain School's lobby, 5 pm
July 31, 2008 —
Vail International Dance Festival: UpClose: Jerome Robbins, American Genius
Thursday, July 31, 7:30 p.m. at the Vilar Center, Beaver Creek
Festival Director Damian Woetzel and Pacific Northwest Ballet Director Peter Boal host a fascinating UpClose look at the work of Jerome Robbins (1918-1998), whom they both worked for at New York City Ballet. This evening will include demonstrations and performances of such Robbins masterworks as In the Night, Fancy Free, The Concert, and West Side Story, among others.
Tickets are $55, and are available online or by calling 888.920.ARTS(2787).
August 1, 2008 —
Rocky Mountain Antique Festival - melding the perfect setting with some of the country's finest Antique Merchandise - Heart of Lionshead, Vail - visit www.rmafest.com for times and information
Aug. 1, 2008 —
Vail International Dance Festival: International Evenings of Dance I
Friday, Aug. 1, 2008, at the Ford Amphitheater, Vail
The world’s brightest stars on one stage for an evening of skill, artistry, beauty and excitement.
With performances by:
The Royal Ballet’s Leanne Benjamin & Edward Watson; the Kirov Ballet’s Igor Zelensky; New York City Ballet stars Ashley Bouder, Wendy Whelan, Tiler Peck & Daniel Ulbricht; Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater's Linda Celeste Sims & Matthew Rushing; Boston Ballet's Misa Kuranaga; and Pacific Northwest Ballet's Carla Körbes & Batkhurel Bold.
Tickets are $17/$65/$85 based on seating, and are available online or by calling 888.920.ARTS(2787).
August 1, 2008 —
Casual Classics - Music & Conversation at Cordillera - 5:30pm - Complimentary - Program Notes
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Winds in Harmony
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ROSSINI Sonata a Quattro No. 1 in F Major for Winds
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GAMBAROQuartet No. 2 in C Minor for Winds
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CRUSELL Trio for Bassoon, Clarinet and Horn
August 2, 2008 —
Rocky Mountain Antique Festival - melding the perfect setting with some of the country's finest Antique Merchandise - Heart of Lionshead, Vail - visit www.rmafest.com for times and information
Aug. 2, 2008 —
Vail International Dance Festival: International Evenings of Dance II
Saturday, Aug. 2, 7:30 p.m. at the Ford Amphitheater, Vail
The world’s brightest stars on one stage for a second evening of skill, artistry, beauty and excitement, featuring a number of changes in repertory from Friday's International Evening I.
With performances by:
The Royal Ballet’s Leanne Benjamin & Edward Watson; the Kirov Ballet’s Igor Zelensky; New York City Ballet stars Ashley Bouder, Wendy Whelan, Tiler Peck & Daniel Ulbricht; Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater's Linda Celeste Sims & Matthew Rushing; Boston Ballet's Misa Kuranaga; and Pacific Northwest Ballet's Carla Körbes & Batkhurel Bold.
Tickets are $17/$65/$85 based on seating, and are available online or by calling 888.920.ARTS(2787).
August 2, 2008 —
Soiree V supporting Bravo! Vail Valley Music Festival at Kay & E. B. Chester Residence, Beaver Creek - Program Notes
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Festival Sunset
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FRANCK
Sonata in A Major for Violin and Piano
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MAHLER
Adagietto from Symphony No. 5 for Harp and String Quartet
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Ticket Details
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Soiree Series tickets are a benefit to Bravo! patrons who donate at our Benefactor Level ($5,000) or higher. Contact the Development Department to purchase tickets. 970.827.4305
August 3, 2008 —
Rocky Mountain Antique Festival - melding the perfect setting with some of the country's finest Antique Merchandise - Heart of Lionshead, Vail - visit www.rmafest.com for times and information
August 3, 2008 —
JAZZ @ THE MARKET - Summit Jazz Consort - Free Concert Series - The Vail Farmers' Market, Sundays Noon to 3:30 pm
Aug. 3, 2008 —
Vail International Dance Festival: Dance for $20.08
Monday, August 4, 7:30 p.m. at the Ford Amphitheater, Vail
An evening for everyone; Keigwin + Company, Noche Flamenca & Soledad Barrio and more! Tickets, which will go on sale summer 2008, are specially priced at $8 for lawn seating and $20.08 for all reserved seats.
August 4, 2008 —
The Colorado Cyclist Copper Triangle Alpine Classic - The famous Copper Triangle has long been considered one of Colorado’s classic alpine road rides. Graced with breathtaking scenery, gorgeous roads and three challenging climbs, the Copper Triangle exemplifies cycling in the Colorado Rockies. The Colorado Cyclist Copper Triangle Alpine Classic will be held on August 4, 2007 as an impeccably supported ride. It will offer both recreational and competitive cyclists the opportunity to participate in a challenging and meticulously supported organized ride.
For information: 303 635-2815
emgmh@emgcolorado.com
www.coppertriangle.com
August 05, 2008 —
Ice Cream Social - Summer Reading Program - Finale! - Vail Library's Community Room - Free Event - 1pm - 3pm - Call 970-479-2179 or visit www.vailpubliclibrary.com for more information
Aug. 5, 2008 —
Bud Light Hot Summer Nights features Bud Light Hot Summer Nights of Dance - Buckets & Tap Shoes at 6:30 p.m. at the Ford Amphitheater in Vail. For more information visit www.hotsummernightsconcerts.com or call (970) 949-1999.
Aug. 5, 2008 —
FREE! Vail International Dance Festival: Bud Light Hot Summer Nights of Dance: Buckets and Tap Shoes.
Tuesday, Aug. 5, 6:30 p.m., Ford Amphitheater, Vail
Free fun for the whole family! Come out and enjoy this complimentary performance in conjunction with the Vail Valley Foundation's Bud Light Hot Summer Nights concert series.
"...a little-known and utterly brilliant group from Minneapolis headed by the brothers Rick and Andy Ausland... they are virtuoso percussive players on, yes, buckets, and extraordinary tap dancers, as capable of channeling hip-hop as Astaire-like suavity." - New York Times
Aug. 6, 2008 —
Vail International Dance Festival: UpClose: Morphoses/The Wheeldon Company
Wednesday, Aug. 6, 7:30 p.m. at the Vilar Center, Beaver Creek
Get UpClose with Christopher Wheeldon and Morphoses for a behind-the-scenes look at new works choreographed in Vail and a retrospective of the evolution of the first year of his company’s existence. Additonal featured choreographers at this one-time-only UpClose event are scheduled to include Adam Hougland and Edwaard Liang.
“With an original vision, [Wheeldon] relies on classical ballet as choreographic foundation but pushes it in exciting, unexpected directions.” - Denver Post
Tickets are $55 and are available online or by calling 888.920.ARTS(2787).
August 8, 2008 —
Art in the Gardens: Patricia Barr-Clarke at The Betty Ford Alpine Garden - Patricia Barr-Clarke is a watercolor artist located out of Denver. Will be painting with watercolors and showing a plein air demonstration. Event is all day - - see bettyfordalpinegardens.org for more information
Aug. 8, 2008 —
Vail International Dance Festival: Morphoses/The Wheeldon Company
Friday, Aug. 8, 7:30 p.m. Ford Amphihtheater, Vail
Following the overwhelming success of Morphoses’ debut at last year’s festival, the company is back for its second performance season with exciting new works in addition to last year’s favorites, and its stellar company members.
“Could any new ballet company have begun with more good will and eager applause than Christopher Wheeldon’s Morphoses? [At the] inaugural performance at the Vail International Dance Festival in Colorado, almost all of the six dances by the new troupe were greeted by instant standing ovations from large parts of the audience.”- New York Times
Tickets are $17/$65/$85, and are available online or by calling 888.920.ARTS(2787).
August 9, 2008 —
Trunk Show: Patricia Barr-Clarke at The Betty Ford Alpine Gardens - Patricia will be displaying her art to sell at the Alpine Treasures Gift Shop. 10am - 5pm - see bettyfordalpinegardens.org for more information
Aug. 9, 2008 —
Vail International Dance Festival: Ballroom's Best 2008
Saturday, Aug. 9, 7:30 p.m. at Ford Amphitheater, Vail
World Champion Ballroom and Exhibition Couples! Following up on their smash success in 2007, the ballroom dance stars - led by the reigning world exhibition champion Hanna Karttunen - return in a program specially designed for Vail. Perfoermers include Hanna Karttunen & Slavik Krykyyvy; Joanna Zacharewicz & Jose Decamps; Iveta Lukosuite & Gherman Mustuc; and Eulia Baranovsky & Steven Dougherty.
Tickets are $17/$55/$75 based on seating, and are available online or by calling 888.920.ARTS(2787).
August 10, 2008 —
JAZZ @ THE MARKET - Rick Weingarten Trio - Free Concert Series - The Vail Farmers' Market, Sundays Noon to 3:30 pm
August 11, 2008 —
Yoga in the Gardens at The Betty Ford Alpine Gardens - Instruction provided by Hillary O'Toole of H.O.T. Beauty Wellness. All ability levels welcome. - 9-10am - see bettyfordalpinegardens.org for more information
August 12, 2008 —
Art in the Gardens: Elaine Kuntz at The Betty Ford Alpine Gardens - Elaine’s art has a realistic approach to location and feeling of atmosphere. Subjects are mountains, beach scenes and botanical studies. Will be demonstrating watercolor and note cards. - 10am - 6pm - see bettyfordalpinegardens.org for more information
Aug. 12, 2008 —
Bud Light Hot Summer Nights features Ryan Shaw at 6:30 p.m. at the Ford Amphitheater in Vail. For more information visit www.hotsummernightsconcerts.com or call (970) 949-1999.
August 13, 2008 —
Watercolor Workshop at The Betty Ford Alpine Gardens - This workshop is for artists that have done some plein air painting previous to this workshop. Beginners to advanced students are welcome. Students will need to supply their own materials (easel, paints, etc.) At time of registration a complete list of supplies will be emailed or mailed out. Please contact Cheryl at 303-425-8820 or cheryl@stjohnwatercolors to register or for more information. - 9am - 3pm - $50fee - see bettyfordalpinegardens.org for more information
August 13, 2008 —
Spirit of Betty Ford Gala at The Donovan Pavilion - This annual fundraising celebration for The Betty Ford Alpine Gardens honors someone in the community who exemplifies Mrs. Ford's fine community oriented strengths. For ticket information please see bettyfordalpinegardens.org for more information
August 17, 2008 —
JAZZ @ THE MARKET - Kathy Morrow Trip - Free Concert Series - The Vail Farmers' Market, Sundays Noon to 3:30 pm
Aug. 19, 2008 —
Bud Light Hot Summer Nights features the Dirty Dozen Brass Band at 6:30 p.m. at the Ford Amphitheater in Vail. For more information visit www.hotsummernightsconcerts.com or call (970) 949-1999.
August 24, 2008 —
JAZZ @ THE MARKET - Tony Gulizia Trio - Free Concert Series - The Vail Farmers' Market, Sundays Noon to 3:30 pm
August 25, 2008 —
Yoga in the Gardens at The Betty Ford Alpine Gardens - Instruction provided by Hillary O'Toole of H.O.T. Beauty Wellness. All ability levels welcome. - 9-10am - see bettyfordalpinegardens.org for more information
September 5, 2008 —
2008 Vail Oktoberfest with a full weekend of schunkln, trinken, oom pah, brats, Erdinger and Beltins Germain Beers, and tradtional dance celebration - Friday 5-10pm; Saturday 11am - 10pm, Sunday Noon - 6pm
September 6, 2008 —
2008 Vail Oktoberfest with a full weekend of schunkln, trinken, oom pah, brats, Erdinger and Beltins Germain Beers, and tradtional dance celebration - Friday 5-10pm; Saturday 11am - 10pm, Sunday Noon - 6pm
September 7, 2008 —
Cordillera Home Tour - more details coming soon
September 7, 2008 —
2008 Vail Oktoberfest with a full weekend of schunkln, trinken, oom pah, brats, Erdinger and Beltins Germain Beers, and tradtional dance celebration - Friday 5-10pm; Saturday 11am - 10pm, Sunday Noon - 6pm
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