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Community Table

From Theatre Aspen's Jed Bernstein to Snowmass's Britta Gustafson, Our Fantasy Guest List

Here’s who we’d invite if we could entertain this season's most interesting visitors, locals, and newsmakers.

11/29/2017 By Cindy Hirschfeld

Hometown Heroes

7 Aspen Bred, Olympics Bound Athletes to Watch in South Korea

Here’s whom we anticipate keeping an eye on during the PyeongChang Games, which will take place February 9–25, 2018.

11/24/2017 By Tess Weaver Strokes

Call & Response

A Q&A with Action in Africa's Founder Sarah Nininger

The Aspen native found her life’s work helping others at an early age, starting an international nonprofit that still involves our local community.

11/18/2017 By Katie Shapiro

Dear Readers

Why Seeking Out Snowmass is Always Worth It

A word from our editor-in-chief reflecting on her best-ever ski days at the massive mountain resort.

11/18/2017 By Cindy Hirschfeld

Media Mogul

Sojourner Salutes: Walter Isaacson

Leaving a legacy of community building at the Aspen Institute.

11/18/2017 By Cindy Hirschfeld

Crusader Couple

Sojourner Salutes: Barbara & Bruce Berger

Helping locals fight cancer with crucial resources.

11/18/2017 By Dexter Cirillo

Sharing is Caring

Sojourner Salutes: Mirte Mallory

Enriching the Roaring Fork Valley culturally, physically, and environmentally.

11/18/2017 By Katie Shapiro

Coffee Table Book Talk

Curl Up with Aerin Lauder's Gorgeous Ode to Aspen

The beauty heir, namesake brand exec, and longtime resident shares a sneak preview along with her own Aspen style points.

11/15/2017 By Cindy Hirschfeld

Good Reads

Leonardo da Vinci Comes to Life, Flaws and All

In his new biography of history's most famous Renaissance man, Walter Isaacson portrays a creative genius.

11/08/2017 By Cindy Hirschfeld

Gondola Gossip

What's up with Those Red Cups on This Season's Lift Tickets?

Here's the story behind the 13th annual Art in Unexpected Places partnership.

11/08/2017 By Cindy Hirschfeld

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Community Table

From Comedian David Spade to Trail Blazer John Armstrong, Our Fantasy Guest List

The mixed bag of the community table was once an Aspen hallmark. Here’s our latest list to restart the trend.

07/27/2017 By Cindy Hirschfeld

Small World

Are Tiny Homes the Answer to the Roaring Fork Valley's Housing Crisis?

Aspen Skiing Company adds 34 more units to its successful experiment at the Aspen Basalt Campground.

07/27/2017 By Catherine Lutz

Dear Readers

The Risk and Reward of Conquering Colorado's 14ers

A word from our editor-in-chief on living and loving life at its highest.

07/26/2017 By Cindy Hirschfeld

Call & Response

A Q&A With Wilderness Workshop Founders Connie Harvey and Joy Caudill

Thanks to the passion and foresight of these two trailblazing women—and the late Dottie Fox—the conservation non-profit is celebrating its 50th anniversary.

07/26/2017 By Alison Margo

Saving Space

A Complete History of Aspen Valley Land Trust, Colorado's Conservation Pioneer

Looking back on a 50-year legacy and the future of the beloved organization, whose relevancy is stronger than ever.

07/26/2017 By Catherine Lutz

Call & Response

Chip Giller's Beacon in the Smog Is Brighter Than Ever

We sat down with the Grist founder and ACES 2017 Honoree for a conversation that left us feeling the most hopeful yet since last November.

07/18/2017 By Katie Shapiro

Eager Entrepreneur

Maker + Place Makes Space in Aspen

We sat down with founder and creative director Michaela Carpenter-Olson, at the new incubator for artisans and the creative process.

07/05/2017 By Katie Shapiro

Camera Club

Here's Who Won the 2nd Annual Aspen Photo Challenge (So Far)

The competition continues with the Crowd Favorite category, now open for online voting.

06/12/2017 By Katie Shapiro

Longreads

The End of the Run for Con Artist James Hogue

From a podium finish in Vail to a plywood shack on Aspen Mountain, the curious conclusion of a gifted athlete-turned-grifter’s romance with Colorado mountain towns.

05/24/2017 By M. John Fayhee

Call & Response

A Q&A with Architect Richard Lai

A half century after planting the seed for Aspen’s groundbreaking pedestrian mall, the recently returned resident considers his place in local history.

05/24/2017 By Ted Katauskas

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