Labor Day Weekend art show hosted by Redstone Art Foundation. Show
includes paintings, baskets, photography, sculpture, folk art, jewelry,
purses, stonework, woodwork and furniture created by over 40 artists.
10 a.m.-4 p.m. 963-6765.

"Aspen’s Past to Present” offered by Aspen Walking Tours. 90-minute
stroll through historic downtown Aspen, tracing its evolution from
humble beginnings to world-famous resort. 10:30 a.m. on Tuesdays and
Thursdays through August. Visit AspenWalkingTours.com or call 948-4349.

Fall Natural History Hike Aspen Center for Environmental Studies. Join
ACES’ experienced naturalists for a day of hiking, exploring, and
learning about the natural history of this incredible place. Register
at www.aspennature.org. For more information, call 925-5756.

Lunch with Dr. Jan: "Can I Learn of Early Markers of Disease before it
is Diagnosed by my Physician?   If so, What do I do to
Prevent?" Noon at Olive's Restaurant inside the St. Regis. Call for
more information and reservations. 925-5588.

First Friday presented by CCAH Carbondale Council on Arts &
Humanities. Walking tour designed to highlight the innovative art of
Carbondale every first Friday of the month, the public can experience
gallery openings, business open houses, and other events in and near
historic downtown. 7-9 p.m. at downtown art galleries and shops.
963-1680.

“Chicago” auditions held by Aspen District Theatre. Participants
should bring a prepared song with sheet music in the correct key
excluding songs from “Chicago” (an accompanist will be provided) and
wear comfortable clothes and shoes. Friday: 6-8:30 p.m.; Saturday: 10
a.m.-2 p.m. at ADT in Aspen. For an appointment, call Rita Hunter at
923-3327.

Rocky Mountain Expedition for Wounded Warriors with traumatic brain
injuries presented by Challenge Aspen. Camp specifically designed to
meet the needs of this population. Activities include equine therapy,
visits to the Hot Springs, rafting and fishing. Contact Sarah W. Volf
to register at  sarah@challengeaspen.com or 923-0578 ext. 205.

Rocky Mountain Expedition for Wounded Warriors with traumatic brain
injuries presented by Challenge Aspen. Camp specifically designed to
meet the needs of this population. Activities include equine therapy,
visits to the Hot Springs, rafting and fishing. Contact Sarah W. Volf
to register at  sarah@challengeaspen.com or 923-0578 ext. 205.

Rocky Mountain Expedition for Wounded Warriors with traumatic brain
injuries presented by Challenge Aspen. Camp specifically designed to
meet the needs of this population. Activities include equine therapy,
visits to the Hot Springs, rafting and fishing. Contact Sarah W. Volf
to register at  sarah@challengeaspen.com or 923-0578 ext. 205.

Rocky Mountain Expedition for Wounded Warriors with traumatic brain
injuries presented by Challenge Aspen. Camp specifically designed to
meet the needs of this population. Activities include equine therapy,
visits to the Hot Springs, rafting and fishing. Contact Sarah W. Volf
to register at  sarah@challengeaspen.com or 923-0578 ext. 205.

Rocky Mountain Expedition for Wounded Warriors with traumatic brain
injuries presented by Challenge Aspen. Camp specifically designed to
meet the needs of this population. Activities include equine therapy,
visits to the Hot Springs, rafting and fishing. Contact Sarah W. Volf
to register at  sarah@challengeaspen.com or 923-0578 ext. 205.

Snowmass Village Balloon Festival hosted by the town of Snowmass Village. Weekend events include balloon races, rides and live music by Jeff Finlin. Events start at 7:30 a.m. daily at the Snowmass Softball Field. For more information and full schedule of events, visit snowmassballoon.com.

Rocky Mountain Expedition for Wounded Warriors with traumatic brain
injuries presented by Challenge Aspen. Camp specifically designed to
meet the needs of this population. Activities include equine therapy,
visits to the Hot Springs, rafting and fishing. Contact Sarah W. Volf
to register at  sarah@challengeaspen.com or 923-0578 ext. 205.

Snowmass Village Balloon Festival hosted by the town of Snowmass Village. Weekend events include balloon races, rides and live music by Jeff Finlin. Events start at 7:30 a.m. daily with the Balloon Glow at 6 p.m. at the Snowmass Softball Field. For more information and full schedule of events, visit snowmassballoon.com.

Snowmass Village Balloon Festival hosted by the town of Snowmass Village. Weekend events include balloon races, rides and live music by Jeff Finlin. Events start at 7:30 a.m. at the Snowmass Softball Field. For more information and full schedule of events, visit snowmassballoon.com.

Adult dance classes offered by the Santa Fe School of Aspen Santa Fe Ballet. Adult Creative Dance for all levels (beginners welcome) meets Mondays, 6:30-8 p.m. Classes run through May. For more information, visit aspensantafeballet.com or contact Melanie Doskocil at 925-7175 ext. 106.

Nia classes offered by Julie Hart. Nia is a dance of body, mind, spirit and emotions blending elements of yoga, tai chi, martial arts and modern and ethnic dance. 9-10 a.m. at Dance Progressions, 403 Aspen Airport Business Center. Cost: $20 drop-in. 303-333-3311.

Natural History Hike to Cathedral Lake hosted by Aspen Center for Environmental Studies. Register at aspennature.org.

Aspen Ruggerfest. Aspen Ruggerfest is a world class rugby tournament
that attracts nearly 50 teams from all over the continental United
States, Hawaii, the southern Hemisphere and Europe. There will be five
divisions of play: Men's open division, Women's open division, Masters
35+, Masters 45+ and Master's 50+. Play divided between Rio Grande and

“Fun With Children's Stories” presented by Explore Booksellers in Aspen. Every Friday at 10 a.m. at the bookstore. Children 4 and older with adult supervision are welcome. 925-7498.

Saturday run group hosted by Independence Run and Hike. Run every Saturday at 7:30 a.m. starting from Independence Run and Hike and one other location in Carbondale. Run goes on in rain, snow, cold or sunshine. Each week an e-mail with the proposed route will be sent out. To get involved call, stop by or e-mail the store at independencerun@sopris.net or 704-0909.

Y’Art Sale presented by Carbondale Clay Center. Flea market of art supplies, pottery “seconds,” funky home décor, scrapbooking supplies, garden fixtures, framed artwork, and more. All proceeds from support CCC’s year-round ceramic art programming 10 a.m.-2 p.m. 963-2529.   

Yoga with Anne Byard at the Red Brick Gym and Aspen Club and Spa. Open to all levels. 7-8:30 a.m. at Red Brick Gym. 544-1950.

Nia classes offered by Julie Hart. Nia is a dance of body, mind, spirit and emotions blending elements of yoga, tai chi, martial arts and modern and ethnic dance. Tuesday and Thursday, 9-10 a.m. at Dance Progressions, 403 Aspen Airport Business Center. Cost: $20 drop-in. 303-333-3311.

Natural History Hike to Cathedral Lake hosted by Aspen Center for Environmental Studies. Register at aspennature.org.

Adult dance classes offered by the School of Aspen Santa Fe Ballet. Adult Intermediate Ballet meets Tuesdays and Thursdays 9-10:30 a.m. Classes run through May. For more information, visit aspensantafeballet.com or contact Melanie Doskocil at 925-7175 ext. 106.

“Fun With Children's Stories” presented by Explore Booksellers in Aspen. Every Friday at 10 a.m. at the bookstore. Children 4 and older with adult supervision are welcome. 925-7498.

Painting Nature’s Fall Colors hosted by Marcia Fusaro for Aspen Center for Environmental Studies. 925-5756.

Vasque Golden Leaf Half Marathon presented by Aspen Recreation Department. Course traverses elevation gains of 970 feet peaking at 9,400 feet. Cost: $35/preregistration, $50/day of race registration 7-8 a.m. on the Snowmass Village Mall. For more information and online registration, visit aspenrecreation.com or call 429-2093.

Om’Mok’s Didgeridoo Sound Healing Journey. Participants lie down comfortably on a carpeted floor while the didgeridoo is played over their bodies for approximately one hour, energizing cellular processes and unlocking the deeper mysteries of the soul. 10 a.m. to noon at the Spiritual Center in Carbondale (this event is free), 963-5516; 2-4 p.m. at True Nature in Carbondale, 618-0039.

Voter Registration Party hosted by Cafe Bernard. Whether you live in Eagle, Garfield or Pitkin counties, you will be able to register to vote, register a change of address, or request mail-in ballots. The last day to update voter registration for this election is Oct. 6. 4-7 p.m. at the cafe in Basalt. For further information, call Ann at 618-1740. 

Lunch with Dr. Jan: "How Do I Know if My Vitamins and Minerals are being Absorbed and Assimilated?” Noon at Olive's Restaurant inside the St. Regis. Call for more information and reservations. 925-5588.      

Kid's drawing and painting classes. 10 a.m. to noon on Wednesdays and Thursdays at Ross Montessori School in Carbondale. Cost: $15/class. Drop-ins welcome. color@sopris.net, 928-7733.