Tombstone for a marshal
More than 107 years after the murder of Marshal Martin “Mart” Duggan on the streets of Leadville, a group of history buffs will celebrate his life and times at a tribute concert at 6:30 p.m. Saturday at Leadville’s historic Tabor Opera Center. The tribute will feature portrayals of prominent people of the era by Tom Noel and Dennis Gallagher, and a concert by Jon Chandler and the Wichitones. Tickets are $13 and proceeds will go to erect a tombstone for the marshal, who lies next to his family in an unmarked grave in Riverside Cemetery.
For those who would like to make a day of it, Saturday is also Leadville’s St. Patrick’s Day Practice Parade, a tradition that starts on Main Street at noon. A tour bus is available from Denver to Leadville for $20 round trip. For information, bus reservations and tickets call Erica Sanchez or Gail Lindley at 303-455-5521.
Woodland Park car show
Tailpipes will rumble and feet will dance as Woodland Park and Cripple Creek host the annual Cruise Above the Clouds Car Show on Saturday and Sept. 18. The show starts at 9 a.m. Saturday at Fairview and Henrietta streets in Woodland Park. The entry fee for participants is $30; spectators get in free. Saturday’s schedule includes judging in 35 classes. The show will include an auction of auto-related memorabilia, door prizes and a 3 p.m. poker run to Victor and Cripple Creek, followed by evening entertainment. On Sunday, the show concludes with a performance by Flash Cadillac in Cripple Creek. For information call Adrain Vinke at 719-686-0493 or Marsh Sanders at 719-687-1058.
Big-screen travelogue
Westminster photographer Mike David will offer a large-
screen presentation featuring more than 400 images, accompanied by more than 24 instruments played by local musicians in the “Spirit of Adventure.” The journeys begin at 2:15 and 7:45 p.m. Saturday and at 6:45 p.m. Sept. 18 at the Newman Center for the Performing Arts, 2344 E. Iliff Ave., at the University of Denver. During the show, visitors will view photos from David’s recent travels to Egypt, Peru, China, Greece, Africa, Easter Island, Bolivia, Ireland and New Zealand on a 30-foot screen. Tickets are $29-$49 through Ticketmaster at 303-830-8497 or the Newman Center Box Office at 303-871- 7200.
Fly with the balloons
Fly high at the Snowmass Balloon Festival Friday-Sept. 18 at the Snowmass softball fields. Over three days, 30 pilots will take to the skies to compete in challenging competitions and a distance race that covers the Roaring Fork Valley. Another highlight is the Saturday- evening Glow and celebration at 6 p.m. It includes a barbecue and free concert with the Lone Pine Bluegrass Band. Sunday morning’s tubing competition on the Snowmass Club golf course and a champagne brunch conclude this special 30th-anniversary event. A special kids’ zone will be set up near the launch site as well. Admission is free. Call 800-766-9627 or visit snow massvillage.com.
Meanwhile, Snowmass’ relaxed Wine & Jazz Festival celebration on Friday and Saturday offers an occasion to learn about extraordinary wines from around the world. More than 50 wineries and 10 tasting stations by local chefs highlight the grand tasting, 1-5 p.m. Saturday on the Snowmass Village Mall, while the festival also offers a silent auction 1-3:30 p.m. and free live music by Chris Daniels and the Kings from 1-2:45 p.m. and Swing Essence from 3:15-5 p.m. All proceeds benefit Roaring Fork Valley nonprofit organizations. There is also a Winemaker’s dinner at 7 p.m. on Friday at The Artisan at the Stonebridge Inn. Tickets for the festival are $40 in advance and $45 at the door. For information call 800-766-9627 or visit snowmassvillage.com.
Take in Aspen Filmfest
Aspen Filmfest unspools Sept. 28-Oct. 2 at the Wheeler Opera House in Aspen, Crystal Theatre in Carbondale and Spring Theatre in Glenwood Springs. Rob Reiner, Bob Rafelson, Felicity Huffman and William H. Macy are among the confirmed guest appearances. These film luminaries will participate in special presentations ranging from an evening tribute to a master class to the screening of a new feature. The complete festival lineup is available at aspenfilm.org; tickets go on sale Sept. 21. For information call 970-925-6882.
Artist studio tour
More than 40 local artists, musicians, craftspeople and businesses from the communities of Questa, El Rito, Cerro and San Cristobal, N.M., will be showcased at the Questa Studio Tour, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and Sept. 18 in Questa (on the Enchanted Circle drive 15 minutes west of Red River). Featured will be live music, a variety of art and crafts, including musical instruments, blown glass, canvas folk art, specialty food makers, woven and knit coats and shawls, knitted scarves and hats, custom cabinetry and furniture, a builder of custom bikes and choppers, paintings, metal sculpture, and stained glass. The location is 20 minutes north of Taos and south of Costilla (just across the Colorado border) via New Mexico 522. For information contact Margo Nimon at 505-586-2381.
Vegas mariachi festival
On Sept. 17, the longest-running Hispanic event in Las Vegas returns to the Aladdin Resort & Casino. The Las Vegas International Mariachi Festival will take to the Aladdin Theatre stage at 8 p.m. Featuring three mariachis from Mexico and the United States – Mariachi Vargas De Tecalitlán, Mariachi Sol de Mexico De José Hernández, and Mariachi Estrella de Jalisco – the festival will celebrate Fiestas Patrias (Mexico’s independence) with a 3 1/2-hour musical event.
In addition, the colorful Ballet Folklórico San Juan, as well as special guests Christian Castro and Aida Cuevas, will perform.
Tickets range from $49 to $150, not including service charges and tax, and are on sale now at AladdinCasino.com,ticketmaster.com and all Ticketmaster locations. To charge by phone, call 877-333-9474 or 702-474-4000 or visit eliasentertainment.com.
Backcountry archaeology
Spend a week with Crow Canyon Archaeological Center this fall exploring ruins, viewing petroglyphs, camping out under the stars and hiking in Elk Ridge and Hammond Canyon, Utah. Beginning and ending in Cortez, the backcountry archaeological adventure will be Sept. 18-24. The cost of the program is $1,895 per person, which includes Crow Canyon tuition, all meals and transportation after arrival in Cortez. To register or for information phone 800-422-8975 or visit crowcanyon.org.
