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02/23/10Epicurean Gallery Stroll & Auction to Benefit Bright Future FoundationThe Connoisseur’s Trail, a must-see for any art, jewelry and epicurean aficionado, presents its fourth edition March 5 in Vail Village. Posted at 12:00 AM | Permalink | Comments: 0 |
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02/15/10Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe Will Perform a Free Concert at Checkpoint Charlie in Vail, Colo. on Fri., Feb. 19, 2010Vail Mountain in partnership with Highline Sports & Entertainment announced today that eclectic funk band Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe will perform a free, outdoor concert on Fri., Feb. 19 as a part of Vail Mountain’s annual Mardi Gras celebration, CarniVail. Known as the kings of the unstoppable dancing show, the Tiny Universe will take center stage at Checkpoint Charlie in Vail Village starting at 7 p.m.Led by Karl Denson, who has collaborated with such luminaries as Lenny Kravitz, Fred Wesley and The Greyboy Allstars, the Tiny Universe blends elements of funk, jazz, R&B and hip hop, creating a dynamic sound that defies categorization and bringing forth a Delicious variety of groovy tunes ever sampled by a listener’s feet. Posted at 01:05 PM | Permalink | Comments: 0 |
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01/28/10Winter has arrived at JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort & Spa!This January and February, you are invited to glide into Arctic Pass, Southern Arizona’s only outdoor ice-skating rink, for some winter fun …in the desert. It’s time to swirl and twirl around the 1,500 sq. ft custom ice rink. The ice rink offers a 360 degree view of the desert landscape. Guests will be able look out on the beauty of the Sonoran Desert and get an eyeful of mountains and saguaro cactus. Given Arizona’s climate, there are bound to be temperatures reaching 70 degrees. Who can pass up ice skating in 70 degree weather with a scenic view of the desert? Beginning in January, JW Marriott Starr Pass will launch a special “Dine & Skate” package, in which guests dining at Primo, Signature... Posted at 03:31 PM | Permalink | Comments: 0 |
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01/19/10Prevention on the Slopes premieres in Beaver Creek, Colorado Saturday, 1/23 & Sunday, 1/24New York, NY (January 19, 2010) – Mary Murcko, SVP/Publisher of Prevention announced today the premium sponsors of Prevention on the Slopes—the magazine’s first-ever branded, weekend-long consumer event which will take place Saturday, January 23 - Sunday, January 24 in Beaver Creek, Colorado. On the Slopes and its premier sponsors-- Post Foods, Vicks, Lubriderm & TheGreenNut.org —will kick off Prevention’s multi-platform 2010 branded event series followed by Prevention on the Run (February 2010), Breakthroughs (June 2010) & Take Charge Tour (October 2010).Bringing Prevention’s cohesive health, wellness and age-defying beauty message to life, Prevention on the Slopes will play host to skiers, snowboarders and shoppers alike with... Posted at 12:00 AM | Permalink | Comments: 0 |
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01/12/10Third Annual Triumph Winterfest Ice Sculpture set for FridayInstallation of the Third Annual Triumph Winterfest illuminated ice sculpture exhibition is underway this week and will include an official lighting ceremony from 5 to 5:30 p.m. Friday (Jan. 15). Please join the Town of Vail, Art in Public Places and Triumph Development for the illumination of “are you listening…” along the Gore Creek Promenade to meet the artists, view the exhibition and enjoy complimentary hot chocolate provided by Blu’s Restaurant. Many shops and restaurants along the Gore Creek Promenade will have specials celebrating the official lighting of “are you listening…” Artists Lawrence Argent of Denver and Scott Rella of the Vail Valley have collaborated again to bring the Triumph Winterfest exhibition to... Posted at 10:43 AM | Permalink | Comments: 0 |
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01/11/10Beaver Creek & New York City bring new performances to the VPACYou don't have to wake up in the city that never sleeps to get a real taste of New York. The best in New York City performing arts are coming to Beaver Creek this month as the Vilar Center presents a series of shows from the Big Apple. The diverse shows are rounded out by dinner specials in Beaver Creek VillageThe series kicks off on Thursday 14 with the Grammy-winning big band ensemble the Village Vanguard Jazz Orchestra. The group was formed in 1966 to perform three nights at the famed East Village nightclub of the same name. More than four decades later, they still serve as the house band at the Village Vanguard club, performing every Monday night to sold out crowds.The series... Posted at 12:00 AM | Permalink | Comments: 0 |
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12/30/09Vail Public Safety Measures return for New Years Eve(Vail)—New Year's Eve in Vail will include two public safety components, plus adjustments in bus service, as part of an overall campaign to create a safe and fun atmosphere for residents and guests. The public safety measures include a townwide curfew which will be enacted from 10:30 p.m. on Dec. 31 to 5 a.m. Jan. 1 for those 17 and under unless accompanied by a parent or guardian or returning from work or an event. During the same six-and-a-half-hour curfew period, a special event district will be established in the heart of Vail's pedestrian village. The district will be accessible to anyone 21 or older, or accompanied by a parent or guardian. Adjustments in bus service also will take place to reduce last-minute crowding and to allow for effective service... Posted at 12:00 AM | Permalink | Comments: 0 |
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12/28/09Town of Vail offers Holiday Transportation Tips(Vail)—With peak season parking restrictions in place through Jan. 3, the Town of Vail offers the following tips and reminders when it comes to getting to your Vail destination:Leave your car at home and ride the bus. Vail has added 2 additional outlying morning buses and 3 additional outlying evening buses to supplement the scheduled routes. ECO regional transit is running its winter schedule as well.Free peak parking along the North Frontage Road across from the West Vail Mall is available daily through Jan. 3. After Jan. 4, it will again be available Friday through Sunday until the next peak period on Jan. 18.Free parking is offered in the Village and LionsHead structures (lower levels) for the first 90 minutes all season long as well as free 30-minute... Posted at 02:44 PM | Permalink | Comments: 0 |
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12/15/09Pumphouse, Deschutes & Papago to release in VailNew Beers will be served at the Tenth Anniversary of Big Beers, Belgians and Barleywines Posted at 12:00 AM | Permalink | Comments: 0 |
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12/15/09Larkspur in Vail celebrates 10 yearsVail favorite gives loyal customers an evening to remember Posted at 12:00 AM | Permalink | Comments: 0 |
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- Epicurean Gallery Stroll & Auction to Benefit Bright Future Foundation | Comments: 0
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- Winter has arrived at JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort & Spa! | Comments: 0
- Prevention on the Slopes premieres in Beaver Creek, Colorado Saturday, 1/23 & Sunday, 1/24 | Comments: 0
- Third Annual Triumph Winterfest Ice Sculpture set for Friday | Comments: 0
- Beaver Creek & New York City bring new performances to the VPAC | Comments: 0
- Vail Public Safety Measures return for New Years Eve | Comments: 0
- Town of Vail offers Holiday Transportation Tips | Comments: 0
- Larkspur in Vail celebrates 10 years | Comments: 0
- Pumphouse, Deschutes & Papago to release in Vail | Comments: 0
