"Itsy Bitsy Animals" naturalist class presented by Aspen Center for
Environmental Studies. One-hour class for kids ages 4-5. Cost: $7.
aspennature.org or 925-5756.
"Seussical" presented by Theatre Aspen. 10 a.m. at the tent in Rio
Grande Park. Runs through Aug. 16. For more information, call 925-9313.
Tickets available at the Wheeler Box Office, 920-5770, or
aspenshowtickets.com.
11th annual Basalt River Days Festival. Event features live music by
Big Daddy Lee & The Kingbees and Wendy Woo and The Woo! Band, food,
arts and crafts, contests, bike decorating, parade, softball
tournament, children’s events, Camp Chip-A-Tooth Choir, Kids’ Island,
Kiss the Trout, tug-of-war, dunk-tank, pie-baking contest, pancake
breakfast, and more. At Lions Park in downtown Basalt. Visit
basaltchamber.com or phone 927-4031.
Sundeck Party presented by Aspen Skiing Co. Gondola runs from 4-9:15
p.m., featuring music and dinner specials at the Sundeck on Aspen
Mountain. $10/non-season pass holder, $5 for those with passes. Visit
aspensnowmass.com or call 925-1220.
Damien Smith and Richard Hathaway. Live at The Wine Spot at the Hyatt in Aspen every Friday, 5-8 p.m. 920-9463.
Dinner at the Lynn Brit Cabin on Snowmass Mountain. Reservations are
required for the evening of food and music. Shuttles leave at 5:45.
$66/person. aspensnowmass.com or 925-1220.
"Architecture Lecture Series presented by Chris McVoy of Steven Holl
Architects for Aspen Art Museum. 6 p.m. at Paepcke Auditorium in Aspen.
Free. 925-8050.
Aspen Chamber Symphony presented by Aspen Music Festival and School.
Program includes Stravinsky and Mozart. 6 p.m. at the Benedict Music
Tent. Cost: $68. 925-3254.
Boo Coo featuring Smokin’ Joe Kelly, Chris Bank, and Chris Goplerud. Live at the St. Regis Hotel in Aspen, 7-11 p.m.
"Doc Holliday Live: How it Was" presented by R.W. Boyle for Frontier
Historical Museum. One-man portrayal covers Doc’s family and early life
being raised as a Southern gentleman to his diagnosis with tuberculosis
and subsequent exodus from the climate of Georgia to the dry high
desert of the western United States. 7 p.m. at the Glenwood Springs
Center for the Arts. Cost $15; $9 for ages 6-12; not recommended for
children under 6. 945-4448.
"Back to the Future" at Friday Night Flicks presented by Glenwood
Springs Chamber of Commerce. Vendors sell fresh popcorn, burritos,
smoothies, pizza and movie-style candy. Bring a blanket or low-backed
chair. Free. 7:30 p.m. at Two Rivers Park in Glenwood Springs. 945-6589.
"Little Shop of Horrors" presented by Theatre Aspen. 7:30 p.m. at the
tent in Rio Grande Park. Runs through Aug. 16. For more information,
call 925-9313. Tickets available at the Wheeler Box Office, 920-5770,
or aspenshowtickets.com.
Bruce Hayes. Live at Steve’s Guitars in Carbondale, 8:30 p.m. Cost: $10. 963-3304.
Pato Banton and The Mystic Roots Band. Reggae at Belly Up in Aspen, 9:30 p.m. Cost: $23/advance, $25/day of show. 544-9800.
Bad Boy Bill; DJ Jonas Tempel. Djs spin house music at Belly Up in Aspen, midnight. Cost: $20. 544-9800.
FRIDAY, AUG. 15-SUNDAY, AUG. 17
"Creating Intention in the Landscape Inside and Out" presented by
Creativity Coaching and Transformational Psychotherapy. Women-only full
moon weekend workshop to get your creative juices flowing through
visual journaling and creative play. Explore the power of the landscape
as a source of healing, inspiration, and personal transformation. This
weekend of renewal will consider new ways of connecting with ourselves
and others using our journals and the landscape as our canvas. 618-0561.
You might feel out of kilter dealing with an unexpected development. Why not say you are out of your element and ask for feedback or support? Also consider that you might be tired and worn out from the past few days. Tonight: Mosey on home and get some R and R.
Taurus
Where others are stumped, you seem to come up with one idea after another. You could be unduly serious. You are unusually grounded and know what works. Follow your instincts with a child or loved one. Tonight: Ever playful.
Gemini
Take your time making a decision. Realize you are quite worn out from recent events. Knowing that, you might opt to back off from decisions or let a partner make the call. If you trust this person, it will help. Tonight: Happy at home.
Cancer
Open up talks. You want to understand more of what is happening with those you are close to. With your openness, there is much more caring and communication. Tonight: Don't be surprised by the possibilities that tumble on your plate!
Leo
Concerns with money might be A-OK for now, but know when to let it drop. You could feel too tight, but so do many people. Through your work and other habits you could turn this situation around, if you so choose. Tonight: Good times are not punctuated by spending too much money.
Virgo
You are all smiles. Nothing feels impossible, though you could have a negative moment or two. Creativity comes forth, loosening up even difficult situations. Trust in your abilities. Tonight: What would make you smile?
Libra
You might not always have the strength and energy to cover all your bases. This is another time when you need to recognize your limits. Know what is too much. You just might need to defer. Tonight: Play it solo.
Scorpio
You could be surprised by everything that is happening around you. Know that you are in a position to transform a problem and make a situation workable. Don't do anything halfway. Tonight: A force to be dealt with.
Sagittarius
Take your time; step back and observe. Understand that actions taken right now don't come from as strong of a mind-set or emotional position as possible. There is nothing wrong with slowing down. Tonight: Opt for a quiet night.
Capricorn
Zero in on what you want. Examine the unexpected. Is there perhaps a message here? You might want to let go of an encumbrance. Know that you are not getting all the information. Do your own sleuthing. Tonight: Where the action is.
Aquarius
Take a stand if need be. Watch what is going on. Be careful with your finances, as you could make a mistake. Avoid risks, and head down the right path. You'll get a lot done quickly. Tonight: A force to be dealt with.
Pisces
Detach, and you will innately make the correct decision for the situation. You find that the unexpected runs riot when you least expect it. Examine how you might be subtly triggering some of these events. Tonight: To a fun event or great restaurant.
