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ARTS & EXHIBITS
AUG. 3–NOV. 3 Utopia: A New Society for All
Would your ideal society harvest corn or pota-
toes? Would it have a greenhouse or community
center? Denver’s Becky Wareing Steele asked
people from around the world to join her mini-
community and democratically vote on decisions
like these. The results became the blueprint for
the centerpiece of this exhibition: an intricate
clay diorama, which, with a Southwest-inspired
landscape and Earthship-style abodes, is a pic-
ture of perfection. Tue-Sun, times vary. Colorado
Springs Fine Art Center, 30 W. Dale St., 719-634-
5581, fac.coloradocollege.edu. Ticket prices vary.AUG. 10–11 Main Street to the Rockies Art Festi-
val Shoppers with even the most eclectic tastes
will walk away from this fine arts show with their
arms full. Lovers of gem-studded jewelry can
drool over Littleton-based Kim Arment’s opal and
amethyst ornaments, while geography geeks will
adore Englewood’s Brian Billow’s acid-washed-
metal maps of Colorado. The 100-plus exhibitors
and $25 million worth of art means that no mat-
ter your proclivities, you’ll find a piece that strikes
your fancy. Sat-Sun 10 a.m.-5 p.m., 304 Main St.,
Frisco, townoffrisco.com. Free.AUG. 23–31 Secret Life of Plants Colorado’s wild-
flowers are in bloom right now, but they won’t be
forever. Luckily, Durango herbalist Jenn Rawling
has taken her botany bona fides to canvas and
immortalized local flora—like scarlet poppies
inspired by blossoms in Rawling’s backyard—in
more than 15 paintings and linoleum prints. The
depictions will help you recall the ephemeral
beauties during their long winter nap. Thu-Tue,
times vary. Studio & Gallery, 1027 Main Ave.,
Durango, 908-403-9975, anddurango.com. Free.SPECIAL EVENTS
AUG. 3 Aspen Ice Cream Social This sweet soirée
dates back to the 1800s—making it almost as old
as the 140-year-old town itself. The classic gath-
ering will have live reenactments of events from
the mountain getaway’s past, music from local
jazz students, and, of course, scrumptious scoops
from goodies purveyor Paradise Bakery. For a sa-
tiating history lesson, buy a boozy “Aspen Crud”
milkshake, made with vanilla ice cream and
barrel-aged bourbon—a tribute to the locale’s
Prohibition-era bootleg drink of the same name.
Sat 2-4 p.m. Wheeler/Stallard Museum, 620 W.
Bleeker St., Aspen, 970-925-3721, aspenhistory.
org. Free.
AUG. 10 Wanderlust 108 Denver For
those looking for a combination of
intense exercise and calming Zen,
this traveling yoga festival strikes
the perfect balance. Aside from the
familiar yogi regimen of stretching and
meditation, you’ll run a mindfulness-
focused 5K, hula-hoop, and hear from
speakers such as Denver’s Nadia Bolz-
Weber on self-love. If active classes
like Beyoncé-inspired yoga flow and
belly-dancing aren’t your style, maybe traditional
Buddhist meditation or sound-based therapy will
bring you enlightenment. Sat 7 a.m.-6 p.m. Great
Lawn Park, 101 Yosemite St., 720-913-1311.
Ticket prices vary. Visit wanderlust.com.AUG. 17 South by Southeast Festival: Beers, Bikes,
and Bands While this community-led party
doesn’t feature indie films or a lengthy music
lineup like the Austin, Texas, fest of a similar
name, it does have enough entertainment to
make you think you’re at the acclaimed affair.
The Denver-based bash includes local bands
like rock outfit the Bourbonites, a beer garden
featuring Wits End Brewery, and a parade of
neighborhood kids on decorated bikes. The
three-year-old event even has a locally sourced
mini farmers’ market run by Samuels Elementary
School, making it a Centennial State celebration
through and through. Sat 11 a.m.-7 p.m. James
A. Bible Park, E. Yale Ave. and S. Quebec Ave.,
720-337-4444. Free. Visit denvergov.org.AUG. 29 Summer Scream Most adrenaline junkies
agree that the worst part of amusement parks
is the lengthy pre-ride lines. If you
concur, skip the queue at this exclusive
fundraiser for the Denver Film Society,
which shuts down Lakeside Amuse-
ment Park. Guests can gather liquid
courage from the open bar, stocked
by Ratio Beerworks, and hop freely
from the wooden classic-style Cyclone
coaster to the breathtaking Zoom
Drop tower—no Fast Pass needed.
Thu 6 p.m. Lakeside Amusement Park,
4601 Sheridan Blvd., 303-477-1621.
$35-$40. Visit denverfilm.org.LOOKING FOR
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124 Sports & RecreationCULINARY
AUG. 11 Heritage Fire Culinary Experience This
celebration of sustainable farming takes diners
back to a time before gas stoves and barbecues.
More than 25 Colorado chefs, butchers, and
restaurateurs, including the Populist’s Theo Ad-
ley, will build their own flames and cook enough
meat—about 3,500 pounds—from heritage-
breed animals like pig and lamb for a hungry
horde. In line with the evening’s primitive theme,
the drink options from Stem Ciders will include
earthy fruit concoctions, such as an apple and
pear iteration. Sun 4:30-7 p.m. Acreage by Stem
Ciders, 1380 Horizon Ave., Lafayette, 303-227-- $150-$200. Visit cochon555.com.
AUG. 16–17 Mushroom & Wine Festival Savor,
cook, and even forage for your own mushrooms
at this fungi-focused gathering. Start with theSummer Scream