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BASALT Everything has been transformed in this appealing two-bedroom, end unit mid valley townhouse. From lighting, ﬂooring, paint, to the kitchen and bathrooms with all new vanities, counters, and showers. This unit has two covered parking spaces. A knockout opportunity. WEB# RF172275

BASALT Move In Ready! This thoughtfully designed home ﬂows easily and features high end ﬁnishes found in Aspen's luxury homes. Walk to restaurants, shops, Whole Foods, parks, trails, arts campus, and the new Steadman clinic. www.132valleycourt.com WEB# RF171446

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CARBONDALE Last opportunity to build overlooking the Carbondale Nature Park. Incredible eastern views provide morning light and amazing sunset views across the valley to Basalt Mountain. Topographic Survey and Soils Study completed, and no HOA Dues! WEB# RF171958

CARBONDALE When 36 acres of usable land meet unobstructed views, proximity to Carbondale/Basalt/Aspen, freedom from an HOA and a history that goes with it; you have yourself a legacy property. WEB# RF172175

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CARBONDALE One of the last front row lots in River Valley Ranch with spectacular views of majestic Mt. Sopris. Architectural and landscape plans are approved by the DRC. Call for details. WEB# RF170124 .38 ACRES | $725,000 Nancy Emerson 970.366.1194

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CARBONDALE Situated on just under 3.5 acres this ﬁve-bedroom, three and a half bath home boasts all new wrap around Trex decking, fresh paint inside and out, new carpet and vinyl ﬂooring with no HOA to boot! WEB# RF172135

CARBONDALE This well-appointed 4+ acre lot in Cerise Ranch has excellent views and is offered with tap fees paid, complete house plans, two sets of landscaping plans as well as HOA and County approvals in place! Reap the beneﬁts of hard work that is already done for you! WEB# RF172166

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LIFESTYLE LETTER

NOVEMBER 2021 PUBLISHER

Rick French | rfrench@lifestylepubs.com EDITOR

Gratitude and Good Work WHAT MAKES OUR VALLEY SUCH A GREAT PLACE TO LIVE? We have the mountains. The rivers. The trails. We’ve got great restaurants. Our economy is steadily diversifying. Our artistic community is vibrant. People are engaged here, active, and conscious of what we can do to become even better. But I’d submit that one of our very top assets in the Roaring Fork Valley, the one

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that truly sets us apart from other communities, is our network of nonprofit organizations. There are hundreds of them from Aspen to Parachute, and if you’ve lived here for a time—or even if you haven’t—you’ve no doubt been touched by the work of at least one. The people behind these orgs keep our trails in good repair, help our children reach their full potential, give those who are down on their luck a helping hand, produce events that connect us, conduct workshops to educate us...and the list goes on. The sheer number and variety of nonprofit services on offer to local residents is wholly uncommon compared to other rural communities of our size around the country. As we observe the season of Thanksgiving this month, Roaring Fork Lifestyle wanted to devote our November issue entirely to nonprofit causes. To everyone working in this field: the valley thanks you. Your collective good work directly impacts our quality of life, day after day, and for that we are incredibly grateful.

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INSIDE THE ISSUE NOVEMBER 2021

FEATURES 16 Together is Better Seven Under-the-Radar Nonprofits and Community Groups Making a Big Impact in the Valley

26 Leaning In Despite Difficulties of the Covid-19 Era, CoVenture Continues Fighting for Economic Resiliency in the Valley

34 Moving the Needle A By-the-Numbers Look at

16 26

Aspen Community Foundation's Cradle-to-Career Initiative

10 DEPARTMENTS 6

Lifestyle Letter

Good Times

Around Town

Local Experiences

Giving Back

32 Lifestyle Calendar 34 Locals Only

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GOOD TIMES

Rally the Valley 2021 On September 11, the community came together for a day of rafting, fundraising, and fellowship in support of Calaway Young Cancer Center patients in Glenwood Springs. The Valley View Foundation reports proceeds of more than $165,000, which will provide direct resources and services for those fighting cancer at the center. PHOTOGRAPHY BY RENEE RAMGE

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Party in the Pasture Aspen Valley Land Trust (AVLT) celebrated its purchase of the Coffman Ranch in Carbondale on September 19. Some 300 community members joined the land conservation nonprofit for live music, kids' activities, food, and a chance to experience the ranch on a

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AROUND TOWN

SAVE THE DATE: REDSTONE HOLIDAY MARKET Mark your calendars for the Redstone Art Foundation's Holiday Market on December 4, 2021. From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., enjoy a European-style outdoor market featuring unique gifts, holiday decorations, and community cheer. Local artists will partner with businesses located along Redstone Boulevard for a one-of-a-kind holiday event. For more information, see RedstoneArtFoundation.org.

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TRTC INTRODUCES NEW ARTISTIC DIRECTOR Downtown Carbondale's Thunder River Theatre Company (TRTC) has announced Missy Moore as its new artistic director. The Colorado native takes the creative helm of the organization from predecessor Corey Simpson. Last month, Moore

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forward to getting to know and collaborate with the broader artistic community. “Collaboration is key to our art form, not competition,” she said. “It is the heartbeat of our craft and I thrive on it as an artist.” See ThunderRiverTheatre.com for more.

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LOCAL EXPERIENCES

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CAFÉ CRAWL + If you're driving west on I-70, get your caffeine fix at Misty's Coffee Shop. Coffee from Wild Coffee Roasters plus teas and baked goods. 704 Main Street, Silt + New Castle Coffee Company is open seven days a week, starting at 6 a.m. on weekdays and 7 a.m. on weekends, conveniently located near City Market. 820 Castle Valley Boulevard, Unit 103, New Castle + Bonfire is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year. Sample its two limited-edition blends available through the New Year: "Snowed In" and "Whiskey Barrel Aged Coffee." 433 Main Street, Carbondale + Expresso Hut is the commuter's best option. Don't let its tiny size fool you; the coffee is delicious and the service is friendly and fast. 1512 Grand Avenue, Glenwood Springs + CC Cafe is a true midvalley gathering spot. Linger over a latte, grab a newspaper, then check out its event poster wall before you leave. 104 Midland Avenue, Basalt 14

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GIVING BACK

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SEVEN UNDER-THE-RADAR NONPROFITS AND COMMUNITY GROUPS MAKING A BIG IMPACT IN THE VALLEY

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B E T TERING THE ARTS IN PUB LIC SCHOOL S .

B ristlecone Ar t s Collaborative + MISSION

experiences), shows for student artwork, arts

To distinguish art programs in rural pub-

career coaching for teens, and much more.

lic schools through building community

The general public can watch for events like

and capacity.

the student showcase that was held during Carbondale’s First Friday in October.

+ ABOUT Based in Glenwood Springs, this new

+ IMPACT

initiative works to enrich the lives of the

With thousands of students enrolled in

valley’s students, teachers, and the greater

the valley’s school districts, the potential for

community via partnerships with visual arts

impact is great. The collaborative’s leaders

programs in K-12 schools from Basalt to Rifle.

believe that robust arts education helps

The collaborative’s board president, pianist

make our valley a better place to live.

Kyle Jones, is one of the valley’s busiest and most loved musicians; its executive director,

+ GET INVOLVED

Lindsay Latva, is a passionate arts advocate

The collaborative is actively seeking volun-

and seasoned public school teacher specializ-

teers, partners, and donors for its program-

ing in middle and high school arts education.

ming. If you are an arts professional, business owner, parent, visual art teacher, or just a

+ PROGRAMS

lover of the arts, Bristlecone could use your

Bristlecone supports professional devel-

time and talent. Visit BristleconeArts.org

opment for regional art educators, outside

for information on donating space for an art

connections for K-12 students (including

show, leading a workshop, mentoring, fund-

guest artist workshops and extracurricular

raising, or other opportunities. CONTINUED >

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P. E .O. Chapt ers + MISSION To celebrate the advancements of women, help educate women through scholarships, and motivate women to achieve their highest aspirations.

+ ABOUT The 20-member P.E.O. (Philanthropic Educational Organization) Chapter HC of Carbondale/Basalt has raised funds and given scholarships to 35 valley-based female students since 2008. It also provides grants, awards, and loans. The group’s parent organization, P.E.O. Sisterhood, is an international women’s organization that was founded in Iowa in 1869. There are four active P.E.O. chapters in the valley: Aspen, Carbondale/Basalt, and two in Glenwood Springs.

+ IMPACT During the 2021-2022 school year, P.E.O. Chapter HC is sponsoring four local students: Megan Daugherty (nursing, Colorado Mountain College); Gabriella Narby (dentistry, Colorado State University); Keiry Lopez-Perez (veterinary medicine, Colorado State University); and Vanessa Leon-Gamez (medicine, Denver University). The remaining three local chapters operate independently and have provided financial assistance for even more women this year.

+ GET INVOLVED On February 11, 2022, the Carbondale/Basalt chapter will host its annual scholarship fundraiser, called “A Taste of Spain and Portugal”. The wine-tasting event is currently being planned, so community members should keep an eye out for forthcoming details. Email P.E.O. member Bernadette Ossola at CarbondalePEOHC@gmail.com with questions.

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HELPING WOMEN ACHIE VE IN HIG HER EDUC ATION .

+ MISSION To provide compassionate and dignified palliative and end-of-life care to patients and their families.

+ SERVICES The organization’s staff members and volunteer force provide home care for all ages, palliative care for those living with long-term illness, hospice services

+ ABOUT

for the terminally ill, and homemaker/companion

HomeCare & Hospice of the Valley has served

care for people who need support while maintaining

since 2008 in the Roaring Fork, Colorado, Crystal, and

their independence at home. Grief and bereavement

Eagle River valleys. Based in Glenwood Springs, the

counseling services are also offered for loved ones

nonprofit is governed by a board of directors and is

struggling to cope with loss.

the only provider of hospice care between Denver and Grand Junction.

C ARING FOR THOSE WHO NEED IT MOST.

+ IMPACT As our community’s population expands and ages, the need for in-home care is more important than ever. HomeCare & Hospice of the Valley provides needed support for hundreds of local residents and their families, logging thousands of visits annually.

+ GET INVOLVED Those interested in joining the nonprofit’s volunteer crew can find opportunities to give back through office support, special events staffing, bereavement care, veteran visitation, and more. Visit HCHOTV.org.

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+ MISSION To amplify diverse voices in our community through the arts.

+ ABOUT Founded in 2016 by Montessori teacher and poet Barbara Reese, VOICES has carved itself into the landscape of local performing arts organizations by placing a high priority on collaboration within that community. In just a few years the nonprofit has formed projects alongside 18 partners, including the Arts Campus at Willits (TACAW) and 5Point Film Festival. The VOICES team includes experienced teaching artists and a unique youth advisory board with student representatives from across the valley.

+ PROGRAMS Cultural representation is a cornerstone of the organization’s work, and VOICES continually seeks opportunities to connect with our Latinx community through arts programming in schools, partnerships with English in Action and Valley Settlement, and Spanish-language performances such as “Nuestras Voces”. Additionally, the nonprofit’s tiny mobile theatre space, the ARTery, made numerous public appearances around the valley this summer, and the Women’s Voices Theatre Project will resume this coming spring.

+ IMPACT VOICES reports that since its founding, it has given nearly 800 local kids and adults a platform (“a stage/page/canvas/microphone”) for expression. 13

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teaching artists logged over 1,400 hours with these participants, and over 7,000 audience members were reached during performances and presentations.

+ GET INVOLVED Follow @VoicesRFV on Instagram and Facebook to keep up with public happenings around the valley, and learn more about volunteering and donating at VoicesRFV.org.

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CONNEC TING SENIOR S WITH THEIR COM MUNIT Y.

+ ABOUT High Country RSVP (Retired Senior Volunteer Program) has been serving Garfield County residents since 1973 and recently expanded into Pitkin County. They are a sponsored program of Colorado Mountain College and are headquartered at the college’s Blake Avenue campus in Glenwood Springs. Over the next year or so, RSVP plans to become its

+ MISSION

own freestanding non-profit and achieve increased flexibility for accom-

To enrich the lives of individuals age 55+ through

modating the growing needs of its volunteer force and service areas.

meaningful volunteer opportunities that use their skills

After that transition, the organization will become known as High Country

and life experiences in service to their communities.

Volunteers—with plans to launch a new program for volunteers of all ages.

+ PROGRAMS RSVP matches individuals wishing to serve with volunteer opportunities for over 50 community partners. Volunteers help serve meals to seniors, glean produce, complete trail projects, assist in local schools, hospitals, libraries, and nonprofits, and so much more. In addition to volunteer placement, RSVP offers signature volunteer-led programs including its Tax Assistance Program, Medicare counseling, and educational classes for older adults.

+ IMPACT Research shows that people who participate in meaningful activities live longer, more fulfilled lives. RSVP has engaged over 200 senior volunteers in the past year alone, with hundreds more in years past. Through their volunteer-led programs (listed above), they serve over 1,000 clients annually.

+ GET INVOLVED If you’re a senior wanting to do more in the community, there is a place for you with RSVP. Call 970.947.8461 or visit HighCountryRSVP.org to download a volunteer enrollment form.

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ASL G roups + MISSION To teach, learn, and connect with others through American Sign Language (ASL).

+ ABOUT There are a handful of groups currently welcoming new participants that are open to anyone in the valley who’s interested in expanding their knowledge of ASL. In Carbondale, instructor Katrina Toews is hosting a new parent/toddler ASL class incorporating movement and song at The Launchpad. In Glenwood, ASL Roaring Fork meets regularly at the community center, where founder Missy Gabor Castañeda also heads up the ASL Explorers group for young children. In New Castle this fall, an afterschool ASL club exclusively for elementary-aged children is being taught by Krystyna Gardner.

+ IMPACT Locals with hearing loss and their families are welcome right alongside enthusiasts in the community who simply want to learn how to communicate via ASL or strengthen the skills they already possess.

+ GET INVOLVED Caregivers can reserve a spot for the Carbondale parent/ child class at KatrinaToews.com ($20 drop-in); classes are held from 10-10:45 a.m. on November 2, 9, and 15. Follow ASL Roaring Fork on Facebook to join its active online community and learn about upcoming meeting dates. Check NewCastleRec.com for more information about the afterschool ASL program at Kathryn Senor Elementary School.

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ENGAG ING TOG E THER THROUG H S IG N L ANG UAG E .

Re dst one Community Association + MISSION

+ PROGRAMS

To promote and stimulate civic and business inter-

The association sponsors all of Redstone’s big-

ests while preserving the charm and historic charac-

gest gatherings, including the Easter Egg Hunt, Old

ter of Redstone.

Fashioned 4th of July festivities, Magical Moments Summer Concert Series, and the much-anticipated Grand Illumination every holiday season. It also man-

+ ABOUT

ages the town’s website, promotes local businesses,

Redstone might not be what it is today without

maintains the public restrooms on the boulevard,

the vision and hard work of the community associa-

and helps disperse important communications for

tion, which organizes the village’s annual events and

residents and visitors.

helps manage its tourist infrastructure. + GET INVOLVED Locals

are

welcome

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Redstone

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K EEPING REDSTONE G R E AT FOR ALL .

at RedstoneColorado.com and on the group’s Facebook page. Those who love visiting Redstone and are invested in seeing the town thrive can also purchase an association membership, make a donation, or sign up to help with events. See the website to submit a volunteer form. CityLifestyle.com/RoaringFork

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MARKET UPDATE The following analysis represents recent sales activity in the Aspen Glenwood MLS from 9/1/21 to 10/4/21 with prices starting at $650,000.

Carbondale & Redstone Neighborhood

Original List

River Valley Ranch

Sold Price

$3,995,000

% Sold/

Days on

Original

Market

$3,600,000

90%

Beds

146

Full

Half

Bath Bath

Sold Price/ Sq. Ft.

$401.56

Aspen Glen

$3,300,000

$3,000,000

91%

$815.88

Callicotte Ranch

$2,600,000

$2,440,000

94%

196

$702.97

Cerise Ranch

$2,300,000

$2,093,100

91%

107

$490.65

Arlian Ranch

$1,795,000

$1,855,000

103%

$914.69

River Valley Ranch

$1,749,000

$1,650,000

94%

107

$468.35

Aspen Glen

$1,695,000

$1,540,000

91%

108

$343.90

None

$1,495,000

100%

$375.06

Midland Point

$1,600,000

$1,450,000

91%

$492.86

Aspen Glen

$1,350,000

$1,400,000

104%

$552.92

Midland Point

$1,399,000

$1,299,000

93%

$432.14

River Valley Ranch

$1,149,000

$1,255,000

109%

$385.56

Red Table

$1,095,000

$1,030,000

94%

$391.34

Cooperton Townsite

$1,095,000

$1,010,000

92%

$553.73

$950,000

100%

$436.38

Aspen Glen Town Center- Carbondale

$749,000

$775,000

103%

$508.20

Ranch at Roaring Fork

$799,000

$750,000

94%

$504.03

Roaring Fork

$710,000

$731,000

103%

$413.46

Sopris Landscape

$709,000

$695,000

98%

112

$540.44

Cleveland Place

$695,000

100%

$402.20

Townsite Carbondale

$689,000

$687,000

100%

$715.63

Sopris Landscape

$680,000

$650,000

96%

$505.44

CARBONDALE SINGLE FAMILY HOME PRICING TRENDS 2.0

Avg Sales Price Septmeber YTD $1,761,703

1.5 1.0

$1,279,627 $991,131

0.5 0.0

2019

2020

2021

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Basalt Neighborhood

Original List

Sold Price

% Sold/

Days on

Original

Market

Beds

Full

Half

Roaring Fork Club

$5,295,000

$4,600,000

87%

Park Modern

$2,900,000

Aspen Junction

$2,695,000

$2,500,000

Shadowrock

$2,400,000

Elk Run

$1,450,000

Sopris Village

$1,295,000

The Wilds

$1,295,000

$1,300,000

100%

$666.32

None

$1,295,000

100%

120

$574.02

Aspen Junction

$1,295,000

100%

$500.97

Riverwalk

$1,300,000

$1,175,000

90%

148

$858.92

The Wilds

$965,000

$950,000

98%

$526.02

Holland Hills at Basalt

$975,000

$879,665

90%

106

$425.78

Triangle Park Lofts

$850,000

$820,000

96%

103

$778.73

Columbine @ Elks Run

$775,000

100%

125

$389.06

Bath Bath

Sold Price/ Sq. Ft.

746

$1,898.47

100%

$845.23

93%

$705.42

100%

140

$739.83

$1,360,000

94%

110

$387.13

$1,350,000

104%

$895.82

Triangle Park Lofts

$795,000

$750,000

94%

130

$707.55

Townsite of Basalt

$799,000

$750,000

94%

$625.00

Southside

$699,000

$741,000

106%

$517.10

Ruedi Shores

$639,000

$651,500

102%

$465.36

Basalt Featured Agents

9 70. 9 2 7. 3 0 0 0

ASHLEY EBERLY

JASON HODGES

PETER MCNALLY

STEPHANIE MCNALLY

LESLIE NEWBURY

ROSHNI SLALI

HILARY STUMPUS

Glenwood Springs Neighborhood

Original List

Sold Price

None

$3,500,000

$3,350,000

None

$2,200,000

None

$1,250,000

Pinyon Mesa

% Sold/ Original

Days on Market

Beds

Full Half Bath Bath

96%

$1,590,000

72%

337

$1,250,000

100%

$1,072,797

100%

363

Larsen

$975,000

100%

Canyon Creek

$910,000

100%

Townsite Glenwood

$859,000

100%

Sold Price/ Sq. Ft.

$798.00

$946.43

$826.72

$386.87

$307.77

$221.95

$341.55

Ironbridge

$799,000

$857,450

107%

201

$402.56

None

$895,000

$853,000

95%

$220.02

TwnSteGw

$829,000

$850,000

103%

$360.17

None

$899,500

$815,000

91%

$249.24

Ironbridge

$799,000

100%

131

$375.12

None

$845,000

$799,000

95%

$399.50

Ironbridge

$729,000

$767,897

105%

108

$395.01

Westbank Ranch

$745,000

$734,000

99%

$265.94

Glenwood Park

$725,000

$690,848

95%

$380.63

Townsite Glenwood

$684,000

100%

$390.86

GLENWOOD SPRINGS SINGLE FAMILY HOME AVERAGE SALES PRICE September YTD

$865,610 27.7% YOY

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TROY KAMPE

TAMMY REID

JOY WHITE

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Mike Lowe, pictured at CoVenture in October.

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DESPITE DIFFICULTIES OF THE COVID-19 ERA, COVENTURE CONTINUES FIGHTING FOR ECONOMIC RESILIENCY IN THE VALLEY

IT’S NO SECRET THAT THE PAST YEAR AND A HALF HAVE BEEN TRYING TIMES FOR ENTREPRENEURS. In the age of Covid, the word “unprecedented” is kicked around a lot: unprecedented challenges, unprecedented needs. Things have been anything but easy for local business owners, and it’s true that there is no user’s manual for how to navigate a global pandemic when you’re trying to get a new idea off the ground. And yet, since March 2020—when the bottom fell out on life as we knew it—those hardships have also given rise to something else, too: unprecedented solutions. Mike Lowe, executive director of CoVenture in downtown Carbondale, has been on the front lines and seen things unfold firsthand. “On the front end, we leaned into the headwinds of Covid-19. There wasn’t much choice. We offered immediate assistance for businesses going after PPP [Paycheck Protection Program] loans, and helped secure over two million dollars in PPP funds,” Lowe recalls. “And even now, we’re not out of the woods yet. Ironically the need now is for companies getting help with finding new employees. So we have been working with them to change corporate culture and incentivize getting back to work.”

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Lowe notes that CoVenture, as a non-profit organization working to empower businesses and foster economic resiliency in the valley, has played a crucial role in the survival of numerous ventures during the pandemic. “We pride ourselves on being nimble,” he says. “What’s the priority right now? We’ve been able to pivot and figure out what the most important things are, stepping up in a big way when Covid hit. We provided resources and services to companies that were struggling, and even helped some new ones launch, even though it’s this strange time.” One local entrepreneur, Heather Bryan, participated in CoVenture’s business accelerator program shortly before lockdown last year. She had been working on Jupiter Engraving, her successful small “side hustle” as she called it, for more than a decade. After many years engraving custom products on her own for big events like the PGA Tour and even the Superbowl, she decided that it was time to scale up. The accelerator offered Bryan new tools and insights on how to grow her company, and today she is working on a franchise model to help others build their own flexible businesses with a specialized engraving machine that she invented herself. (Although she did pause much of the business during the height of the pandemic.) “CoVenture helped me get where I am,” Bryan says. “I wanted to develop a model that could help other people like me, who have kids at home and want to maintain a balanced lifestyle. Mike [Lowe] and I had a meeting, and we thought, what if I franchise? Now I’ve got this ‘business in a box’ idea that’s really exciting.” On October 28, Bryan participated in CoVenture’s

Chris Beebe (left) in a meeting with Lowe at CoVenture.

annual Mountain Pitch Summit, among a group of six entrepreneurs who presented their projects to investors in hopes of raising capital and forming

piece of technology, and a plan for how other peo-

partnerships. (Over the past four years, the Summit

ple can basically duplicate what I’ve done with

has helped 24 previous entrepreneurs raise millions

Jupiter Engraving, but in their own communities.”

in investor dollars to grow their companies.) As of

Another entrepreneur who pitched his company

press time for this article, Bryan was planning to

at the Summit last month is Chris Beebe, who has

pitch for funding to help her business streamline its

rented a dedicated desk at CoVenture’s coworking

branding and build a cohesive marketing strategy.

space since it opened in early 2019. Beebe works

“I feel good going into this,” she mentioned in

primarily as an architect, but a few years ago he

early October. “I have a debt-free company, a tested

launched a healthy lifestyle app called GoBeMap.

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Heather Bryan makes a business call on a recent weekday.

In 2019, that project evolved into a second app

Western Slope and Front Range. I think every town

called NexWell, designed specifically for people

needs a CoVenture. And every CoVenture needs a

living with chronic illness.

guy like Mike Lowe running it.”

“We made this pivot in the fall of 2019, and then

Lowe quickly deflects this kind of praise, instead

of course Covid hit shortly after,” Beebe says. “All

directing credit to the network of investors and

the conversations I was having with hospital orga-

business owners who are making dreams a real-

nizations just sort of went quiet—that was hard. But

ity here in the valley. Still, his vision and tenacity

recently the momentum has picked up again for me

remain at the nexus of these groups, and he’s

due in part to CoVenture’s accelerator program. I’m

already cooking up plans for the near future. What’s

now talking to a local hospital about running a pilot

next for CoVenture?

program, pitching for investment, and have a great

“A big part of solving current problems locally

team put together with a lot of mobile tech experi-

is customized training,” Lowe says. “As we move

ence. Things are rolling.”

into a new phase of what this work means to the

Beebe feels that CoVenture has made not only a

community, it’s less about capital and more about

vital impact on his own company, but on the entire

people and resources. The future of CoVenture may

entrepreneurial ecosystem of our region.

be mostly about bridging the talent gap.”

“There is a real need for economic diversity

With that in mind, be sure to watch for the non-

here—not everyone can work in the tourism

profit’s next moves in a public-private partnership

industry or vacation home construction,” he says.

that will help local companies offer hard-skill train-

“CoVenture provides a place for new businesses

ing for potential employees. Visit CoVenture.io for

to thrive and connect communities around the

the latest news.

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Christmas tree, fire pits for roast-

STORY ART

party will take place November 20

ing s’mores, and hot beverages for kids and adults. The official kickoff

20 CHRISTMAS BOUTIQUE

Carbondale Library

and will include live music and a visit

From 4-5 p.m., kids are invited to

from Santa and the Coca-Cola bear.

From 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., come get

join in Story Art with the Aspen Art

Santa then returns on November 27.

your holiday shopping done at the

Museum to learn about artists and

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create a masterpiece of their own! Materials are provided. Free to participate. This program is held on the first Thursday of every month.

FARM TOUR

Carbondale Fire Station

Boutique! Featuring local artisans

12-13 THE EMMA BAZAAR Emma Schoolhouse

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with handmade gifts for the season. A portion of proceeds benefit the Carbondale Fire Department.

26 GRAND ILLUMINATION

Cedar Ridge Ranch

13 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Artists and

Take a tour of this working ranch

crafters will be selling pottery, jew-

Bundle up and head to Redstone for

and learn about farm life in Missouri

elry, soaps, children's gifts, holiday

this kick-off to the Christmas season

Heights just outside Carbondale.

items, and much more. The school-

at 5 p.m. The Redstone Inn will be

Kids love to see the alpacas, chick-

house is located just off Highway

transformed into Santa's workshop

ens, mini goats, and horses. Collect

82 at Sopris Creek Road between

complete with Santa, Mrs. Claus,

eggs, and shop for farm products.

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Redstone Boulevard

lighting, bonfire, caroling, and more.

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FAMILY ASTRONOMY NIGHT

Two holiday craft fairs will take place

Basalt Regional Library

in New Castle on November 13. One

Bring the whole family to a night of

from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the New Castle

The 31st Annual Lighting Ceremony

stargazing hosted by the Basalt High

Community Center, and another at

at the Hotel Colorado is free, fam-

School Aerospace Club. Amateur

Kathryn Senor Elementary School

ily-friendly, and open to all! Live

astronomers of all ages can use our

from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Come join the fun!

music on 6th Street, fireworks from

telescopes to get a closer look at the winter sky. Keep warm by the bonfire with cocoa and s'mores in Midland Park behind the library, near the bird's nest treehouse. 6:30 p.m. BasaltLibrary.org

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the bell towers, visits with Santa, live

ice carving performance in the court-

LIZZY PLOTKIN & NATALIE SPEARS

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Moving the Needle A BY-THE-NUMBERS LOOK AT ASPEN COMMUNITY FOUNDATION’S CRADLE-TO-CAREER INITIATIVE

“WE LAUNCHED CRADLE TO CAREER IN 2012 TO ADDRESS

20,000: number of children in our community

WHAT WE SAW AS A QUIET CRISIS IN OUR COMMUNITY,”

From Aspen to Parachute, many of our region’s young people face significant barriers to

SAYS TAMARA TORMOHLEN. As

health, academic, and lifelong success—which often surface as achievement gaps between

the executive director for the

Anglo and Latinx youth. The Foundation and its partners are committed to advancing equity

Basalt-based Aspen Community

in their work with local students. For nearly a decade, ACF’s Cradle to Career Initiative has

Foundation (ACF), she notes that

impacted the lives of thousands of area students and helped strengthen the ecosystem for

the Foundation was finding deep

youth success through collaborations with numerous regional entities.

achievement gaps appearing as early as kindergarten in class-

32: percentage of children not Kindergarten-ready

rooms across the valley. “If those

Research shows that young minds need a foundation of support and nurturing in order

local young people were gradu-

to learn, and that the first years of life are essential for lifelong health and wellbeing. Early

ating unprepared for college and

experiences help form neural pathways, establishing the architecture of the brain. Stress in

career; we wanted to help give all

early life can negatively affect brain development and long-term functioning. ACF endeav-

local children more opportunity to

ors to ensure that all local children have access to safe, high-quality care environments in

one day build, as adults, their own

early childhood, which help lay the groundwork for resiliency and success later in life.

self-sustaining, enriching lives.”

gaps aren’t addressed, they persist through high school. We found that

Nearly a decade after its incep-

13: percentage of graduates with no post-high school plans

tion, ACF’s Cradle to Career Initiative has brought together scores of entities from across our region to imple-

It’s estimated that three quarters of all jobs in Colorado require some form of postsec-

ment its youth success goals. Those

ondary education. As they embark on life after high school, young people face a daunting

focus areas are: Secure the Start,

array of options. Having opportunities to learn about these options first-hand is a pressing

promoting the healthy development

need in our community. Cradle to Career works to help students understand their options,

of children and ensuring they enter

learn about college and career training programs, and make a plan for life after high school.

kindergarten ready to learn; Thriving Youth, supporting youth in building

100+: number of partners and organizations involved

the social and emotional competencies they need to thrive; and Envision the Future, providing resources for

ACF serves as the backbone for collaboration among our community’s three counties

students to succeed academically

(Garfield/Eagle/Pitkin), 14 municipalities, and four school districts. The Foundation also

and be prepared with a plan for life

partners with dozens of nonprofits and area businesses to bring Cradle to Career’s pri-

after high school.

mary goals to fruition. By convening local organizations and leading regional stakeholders, this initiative strives to “move the needle” toward youth success.

Learn more about ACF and Cradle to Career at AspenCommunityFoundation.org.

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