Joint Point - Elks Park Concert Series
Augment Music Project Presents: Elks Park Concert Series
Now in its third year, the Elks Park Concert Series returns to the heart of Telluride with a summer lineup of free monthly concerts, proudly presented by Augment Music Project, a nonprofit committed to supporting local music.
Live Music - Free & Outdoors
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
2025 Lineup:
August 5 – Joint Point
September 9 – The High Country
Invite your friends, and enjoy an evening of incredible live music under the summer sky.
Telluride Jazz Festival
Since 1977, Telluride’s majestic perch high in the San Juan Mountains of southwestern Colorado has been the site of an annual cultural event combining the finest the US has to offer for pristine natural aesthetics with boundless artistic creativity. The Telluride Jazz Festival is a three day and night live music event centered around jazz that is held in August every year.
Get more details about the 2025 festival here.
Telluride Mushroom Festival
Since 1981, the Telluride Mushroom Festival has been celebrating all things mycological, from the newest advancements in mushroom science to their famous wild foods dinner demo. Held annually in Telluride, Colorado, TMF is a can’t miss event with a colorful history in one of the most beautiful locations on earth.
Telluride Film Festival
The Telluride Film Festival is not just a picture show. It is Tributes to luminaries who've propelled the medium forward; it is candid discussions with a film’s creator or the historian who champions it; it is discovering that the person in line behind you made the film you just enjoyed; it is engaging in lively debate with every manner of film lover in the summer sun of a Colorado afternoon, always minutes away from a new exhibition.
The Telluride Film Festival take great pains to remain not a competition, but a celebration of the best in film—past, present and future—from all around the world. This is one weekend immersed in an unabashed carnival of film: viewing, breathing, eating, and talking cinema. This is The SHOW.
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Telluride Blues & Brews Festival
31st Annual - September 12-14, 2025 - Telluride, CO
World Class Music With Breathtaking Mountain Peaks For A Backdrop
Renowned as one of the most scenic and intimate music festivals in the country, Telluride Blues & Brews Festival is located in the world-famous mountain town of Telluride, Colorado. The multi-stage celebration of music and craft beer offers an eclectic mix of live blues, funk, indie, rock, jam-band, gospel and soul performances accompanied by some of the best craft breweries in the country. The Festival also features kids activities, cozy late night club shows, free morning yoga sessions, local and regional food and craft vendors and so much more. Set at the beginning of the golden fall season, Telluride boasts a number of unique outdoor activities, including hiking, mountain biking and a free gondola between the Town of Telluride and Mountain Village.
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Original Thinkers
This year’s Original Thinkers brings back to Telluride its unique mix of film, speakers, art and performance for a festival unlike any other. Chill, smart and fun, this gathering brings together a wide range of guests who look at life through a different lens, working to bring about change that builds a world that works for everyone.
Get more information here.
Telluride Horror Show
The Telluride Horror Show, Colorado's first and largest horror film festival, returns for its 16th edition October 10 - 12, 2025. Every year, the festival attracts the latest & best genre films from around the world and attendees from all over the country for an incredible gathering of film fans in the world-famous mountain resort town of Telluride, Colorado. For three packed days, experience an eclectic mix of horror, suspense, thriller, dark fantasy, sci-fi and dark comedy in Telluride's unique theaters, with many of the films showing for the first time in the US.
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Oak Street Park SummerSHOW Series – Grupo Ascenso
The Sheridan Opera House’s SHOW Bar has proudly hosted free summer patio shows to keep the arts accessible to all. This year, from June through September, we’re enhancing the series—on the last Thursday of each month, the event will expand to Oak Street Park, featuring bigger bands, cold drinks, and community connection along the alpenglow. Grab your chairs, blankets, and buddies !
July 24th – Grupo Ascenso
August 21st – League of Sound Disciples
September – Banshee Tree
35th Annual “Shakespeare in the Park”
Valentine and Proteus are best friends. That is, until they meet Silvia, and their lifelong friendship is put in serious jeopardy. Can they all find their happily-ever-after?
A love triangle, a forest, disguises, and a dog – The Two Gentlemen of Verona has it all. Shakespeare’s gloriously silly story of love, friendship and growing up bursts onto the Telluride Theatre stage in honor of our 35th Anniversary of Shakespeare in the Park.
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Ah Haa Haha
The HAHA is a community art event unlike you’ve ever experienced!
The HAHA is an immersive artist takeover of the new Ah Haa School for the Arts’ Silver Jack Building in the heart of Telluride. This multi-day celebration of creative chaos spotlights artists from around the globe and around the corner who will be creating new worlds within each classroom. Join over 18 artists in collaborative art making, rooftop revelry, Bleep Boop Ping Pong Tournament, discoverable rooms, a pop-art disco, delicious craft cocktails, a curated gift shop and one-of-a-kind experiences - all to benefit Ah Haa School!
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Wild Rumours
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Wild Rumours focuses on the apex Buckingham-Nicks era material, creating an authentic concert experience with dramatic crescendos and moments of quiet intimacy. The band, comprised of an all-star cast of Seattle-based musicians, takes liberty with the material, adding their personal stamp on some of the greatest pop music ever created.
The Sheridan Arts Foundation presents Wild Rumours Live in Concert at the historic Sheridan Opera House on Friday, July 11th. Doors at 7:30 PM, SHOW at 8:30 PM.
Check out Wild Rumours’ music HERE!
LVDY - Elks Park Concert Series
Augment Music Project Presents: Elks Park Concert Series
Now in its third year, the Elks Park Concert Series returns to the heart of Telluride with a summer lineup of free monthly concerts, proudly presented by Augment Music Project, a nonprofit committed to supporting local music.
Live Music - Free & Outdoors
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
2025 Lineup:
July 8 – LVDY
August 5 – Joint Point
September 9 – The High Country
Invite your friends, and enjoy an evening of incredible live music under the summer sky.
MusicFest “Amami D’Estate”
“Amami d’estate” (Love me in the summer)
A feast of Italian MusicBUY TICKETS HERE.
Deborah Buck & Min-Young Kim, Violins
Kathryn Lockwood, viola; Caroline Stinson, cello
Orion Weiss, piano; Yousif Sheronick, percussion
The grand finale of MusicFest 2025 brings us back to Europe with a sun-drenched celebration of Italian music in “Amami d’estate—Love Me in the Summer.” This final concert honors the timeless passion and artistry of Italy’s greatest composers, spanning from the elegance of the Baroque to the innovations of the modern era. Audiences will be treated to masterpieces by Boccherini, Vivaldi, Verdi, Respighi, dall’Abaco, and Sollima, showcasing Italy’s deep and diverse musical heritage. As a charming twist, the evening also includes a surprise nod to Italian-American legend Frank Sinatra, blending classical tradition with a touch of timeless cool.
Advance Tickets: Adults/$65, Student/$25
Tickets on the door: Adults/$70, Students/$30
Tickets include a themed reception after the concert
The Copper Children
The Copper Children are a diverse blend of styles and influences that span from the choral sounds of American gospel music to the psychedelic acid jam fueled sounds of the 60s. Live, they take you into your heart space, conjuring the spirit of unity, freedom, silliness, and Love, with harmonies and rhythms that remind us of our shared humanity. The Copper Children have shared the stage with notable artists such as Jerry Garcia Band, The Flobots, Mike Love, Everyone Orchestra, Steel Pulse, Devotchka, BALTHVS, Marco Benevento, and many more.
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Oliver & Max @ Telluride Farmers Market
Augment Music Project Presents: Live Music at the Telluride Farmers Market
Join us this summer for a vibrant series of live performances brought to you by Augment Music Project, the nonprofit organization dedicated to uplifting local music in Telluride. Now in its fourth year, this beloved program brings a rotating lineup of talented local musicians to the Telluride Farmers Market every Thursday.
Location: Telluride Farmers Market
Time: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Free and open to the public
Summer 2025 Lineup:
July 3 – Oliver & Max
July 11 – Geoff Alexander
July 18 – Sean Deland
July 25 – Clay Hall
August 1 – Warren Gilbreath
August 15 – Alex Paul
August 22 – Lily Akers
August 29 – Tom & Claybrook
September 5 – Kirk Drogsvold
September 12 – Anneke Dean
September 19 – Brendan Forrest
September 26 – Kevin Hauze
Come shop, connect, and celebrate our local music scene!
Sunset Music Series: SunDub
The Telluride Mountain Village Owners Association (TMVOA) has announced the return of the Sunset Music Series for the 2025 summer season in Mountain Village. The event has been recognized as a top ten outdoor summer music series by 10Best of USA Today, making it a must-attend for music lovers.
2025 Lineup:
July 2 - SunDub
July 3 - Red, White and Blues with Orgone *5 - 8 PM*
July 9 - Zepparella
July 16 - The Rumble Featuring Big Chief Joseph Boudreaux Jr.
July 23 - Reverend Peyton's Big Damn Band
July 30 - New Constellations
August 6 - Chuck Prophet and His Cumbia Shoes
August 13 - Blessing Chimanga
August 20 - Kat Hasty
August 27 - Series Ending Show With Easy Jim
MusicFest “South of the Border”
“South of the Border”
Celebrate music from Central and South America!
Wednesday July 2nd, 2025, 6pm
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Deborah Buck & Min-Young Kim, Violins
Kathryn Lockwood, viola; Caroline Stinson, cello
Orion Weiss, piano; Yousif Sheronick, percussion
Celebrating the vibrant rhythms and rich musical heritage of Latin America, “South of the Border” turns up the heat with a colorful journey through the music of Mexico, Puerto Rico, Panama, Uruguay, Paraguay, Cuba, Argentina, and Brazil. Audiences will experience the pulse of Latin dance music—from the sultry elegance of the tango to the smooth sway of bossa nova. The program also features energetic Latin jazz and a romantic gem: a rarely performed Romantic-era piano quintet by Brazilian composer Henrique Oswald, offering a tender, expressive contrast to the fiery beats. This night promises a spirited blend of rhythm, romance, and cultural celebration.
Advance Tickets: Adults/$65, Student/$25
Tickets on the door: Adults/$70, Students/$30
Tickets include a themed reception after the concert
MusicFest “Local Artists Night”
Celebrate local talent in this heartwarming evening hosted at the home of Anne and Vincent Mai. Local’s Night invites amateur musicians and students to perform in an informal and supportive setting. Whether it’s a favorite recital piece or a chance to share your passion, all instruments and styles are welcome—piano, guitar, flute, vocals, and more.
Bring your friends and enjoy an evening of music, community, and celebration.
If you would like to participate, contact telluridechambermusic@gmail.com
Kidnapped + Q&A with Pulitzer Prize–Winning Author David Kertzer!
Join TJC for the second film in our series: Kidnapped: The Abduction of Edgardo Mortara. Based on the true story in Dr. David Kertzer’s The Kidnapping of Edgardo Mortara, the film recounts the 1858 seizure of a young Jewish boy by papal soldiers in Bologna after he was secretly baptized. As his parents fight to bring him home, the case sparks international outrage and political struggle.
Watch the trailer here.
Following the screening, Pulitzer Prize-winning author Dr. David Kertzer (Brown University) will join us via Zoom for a Q&A session.
Tickets: $18 in advance or $22 at the door. Under 25? Tickets are just $9. Wine, candy, and refreshments will be available. Security will be present.
Tickets available here
MusicFest “Family Concert”
MusicFest takes an educational trip around the world!
FREE ADMISSION. All ages welcome!
Educational fun for the whole family! Join MusicFest’s internationally acclaimed string quartet for a musical journey around the world. Designed to inspire young listeners, this free concert introduces global music through the expressive voice of string instruments.
Musicians:
Deborah Buck & Min Young Kim, violins
Kathryn Lockwood, viola; Caroline Stinson, cello
Telluride Plein Air
The Telluride Plein Air Festival is an essential fundraiser for the Sheridan Arts Foundation, a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization created to restore and preserve the Sheridan Opera House while bringing quality arts and entertainment to the town of Telluride. Forty percent of the revenue from each plein air art sale goes to the Sheridan Arts Foundation (SAF), supporting community programming at the Sheridan Opera House.
Get more information here.
MusicFest: “An Die Musik”
“An die Musik” (To Music)
A celebration of German Music
June 29, 2025, 6pm
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Deborah Buck & Min-Young Kim, Violins
Kathryn Lockwood, viola; Caroline Stinson, cello
Orion Weiss, piano; Yousif Sheronick, percussion
The festival opens with a German-themed concert titled “An die Musik”—a tribute to the profound emotional and spiritual power of music. Named after the beloved 1817 poem by Austrian poet Franz von Schober, famously set to music by Franz Schubert, the program reflects on how music uplifts the soul and offers comfort and beauty. This opening concert on Sunday June 29th, will celebrate the rich musical legacy of German and Austrian composers, featuring works by Bach, Beethoven, Brahms, Mendelssohn, and Schumann. Audiences can also look forward to a few surprise pieces, adding a special touch to this evocative musical tribute.
Advance Tickets: Adults/$65, Students/$25
Tickets on the door: Adults/$70, Students/$30
Tickets include a themed reception after the concert
Telluride Theatre Gala
Get ready for the one-night/one-of-a-kind Telluride Theatre GALA! A blast from the past - the biggest party of the year, pulled straight from Telluride’s mining era... The Muleskinner's Ball! Featuring delicious food, craft cocktails, a benefit auction, rollicking casino games & unique entertainment. A fundraiser for Telluride Theatre, promising an unforgettable night at the historic Sheridan Opera House. With upscale western cuisine by Graeme Charles of Telluride Sleighs and Wagons w/ special guest chefs.
Dress to impress (western/mining era chic), and prepare for an evening of glamour, games & supporting the arts!
Ethan Hale @ Telluride Farmers Market
Augment Music Project Presents: Live Music at the Telluride Farmers Market
Join us this summer for a vibrant series of live performances brought to you by Augment Music Project, the nonprofit organization dedicated to uplifting local music in Telluride. Now in its fourth year, this beloved program brings a rotating lineup of talented local musicians to the Telluride Farmers Market every Thursday.
Location: Telluride Farmers Market
Time: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Free and open to the public
Summer 2025 Lineup:
June 27 – Ethan Hale
July 3 – Oliver & Max
July 11 – Geoff Alexander
July 18 – Sean Deland
July 25 – Clay Hall
August 1 – Warren Gilbreath
August 15 – Alex Paul
August 22 – Lily Akers
August 29 – Tom & Claybrook
September 5 – Kirk Drogsvold
September 12 – Anneke Dean
September 19 – Brendan Forrest
September 26 – Kevin Hauze
Come shop, connect, and celebrate our local music scene!
Tommy The Animal w/ Tyler Simmons
Tommy The Animal blends indie rock, alt-country, and Americana into a raw, melodic sound. Hailing from Carbondale CO, they’ve drawn on influences like Wilco, Neil Young, and the Grateful Dead to craft songs that feel like road trips and barroom conversations.
With Special Guests Tyler Simmons
Oak Street Park SummerSHOW Series – Desiderata
The Sheridan Opera House’s SHOW Bar has proudly hosted free summer patio shows to keep the arts accessible to all. This year, from June through September, we’re enhancing the series—on the last Thursday of each month, the event will expand to Oak Street Park, featuring bigger bands, cold drinks, and community connection along the alpenglow. Grab your chairs, blankets, and buddies !
June 26th – Desiderata
July 24th – Grupo Ascenso
August 21st – League of Sound Disciples
September – Banshee Tree
Frame Drum Workshop
Rhythms for the Healing Arts – a Frame Drum Workshop with Yousif Sheronick
Join us for a one-hour hands-on Frame Drum workshop with world renowned percussionist Yousif Sheronick. Participants will explore rhythms and processionals from Yousif’s new online course “Rhythms For the Healing Arts”. The workshop will begin with participants learning basic strokes on this ancient instrument. This will lead into Healing Rhythms composed around themes including Egyptian Gods, Bodies of Water, Earth and Plant Life . Engage the mind, body and voice utilizing an instrument that dates back 5000 years. This workshop is for all levels…beginners are welcome! Frame Drums will be provided but if you have one, please bring it. Ages 16 and up. Book ahead as there is limited space available. Check Yousif out at FrameDrumSchool.org.
Tickets: $40 (Must be booked in advance)
ABOUT YOUSIF:
Hailed by the New York Times for his “dazzling improvisations” and his “wizardry on a range of humble frame drums” Yousif Sheronick enjoys an active career as percussionist, composer, producer and educator. Having studied classical percussion through a Masters degree at Yale, Yousif went on to study music from Brazil, India, Africa and the Middle East which he seamlessly incorporates into his playing. Yousif’s unique skills in both World and Classical music have led him to perform with a diverse range of ensembles and musicians including Philip Glass, Yo-Yo Ma, Laurie Anderson, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Ethos Percussion Group, Lark Quartet, Silk Road Ensemble, Branford Marsalis, Sonny Fortune, Glen Velez and Paul Winter. His many musical influences are highlighted in duoJalal, his venture with violist and wife Kathryn Lockwood. A feature article in Drum! Magazine highlighted Yousif’s versatility in an article titled “At The Corner Of The World”. His online Frame Drum School now boasts over 1200 enrolled students from 72 countries.
Matinee: A Special Screening of The Ring
The Telluride Jewish Community presents The Ring, the first film in our three-part summer series.
Check out the trailer here.
The Ring explores love, loss, and rediscovery within an Israeli family. The film has earned critical acclaim and festival recognition, including a nomination for Best Supporting Actress at the 2024 Ophir Awards. It has been featured at the Paris Israeli Film Festival, the Seret Festival in London and Amsterdam, the Toronto Jewish Film Festival, and many others across North America.
Tickets: $18 in advance or $22 at the door. Under 25? Tickets are just $9. Wine, candy, and refreshments will be available. Security will be present.
Tickets available here: https://TheRingTelluride.eventbrite.com
Captain Midnight Band
The world's only "Waterbed Rock & Roll" group, The Captain Midnight Band creates a unique hybrid of Jam/Rock/R&B with a heavy emphasis on visuals and humor. Four studio releases, a raucous live album, and a decade of touring have earned the band an ever-growing fanbase of open-minded music lovers who demand adventurous entertainment.
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Formed in New Orleans and based in Nashville, the band pays homage to both cities, straddling the line between polished and greasy, slick and slippery, with an unrelenting commitment to dazzling the earholes and eyeballs of everyone in attendance. Captain Midnight's penchant for original jammy anthems, classic crowd-pleasers, and a visual live spectacle is flavored by supporting cast of killer players, making each show a one-of-kind, highly-entertaining experience.
Kind Hearted Strangers
Kind Hearted Strangers is an evolving cast of musicians led by singer/songwriter Marc Townes. Tracing its origins to the foothills of Colorado, 2025 finds the band creating and touring out of Nashville, TN. As the name implies, the project acts as the primary vessel for Townes’ artistic endeavors, as he has been joined by a variety of musicians for each album cycle.
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With a foundation built on well-crafted songs, KHS has evolved into a dynamic live band capable of bridging the gap between all-out rock n’ roll and harmony-driven acoustic roots.
The band’s latest LP entitled “Now. here” features a collaboration with visual artist/painter Dylan Lynch. This immersive project found the group working in a shared Richmond, VA warehouse space for 5 days. With no prepared material, the artists intentionally put pressure on themselves to create and deliver a Live Concert & Art Exhibition at the end of the week.
The resulting album contains brand new material that was recorded live with the same raw energy and passion KHS has been delivering across the country during their busiest era of touring to date.
Sunset Music Series: Certainly So
The Telluride Mountain Village Owners Association (TMVOA) has announced the return of the Sunset Music Series for the 2025 summer season in Mountain Village. The event has been recognized as a top ten outdoor summer music series by 10Best of USA Today, making it a must-attend for music lovers.
2025 Lineup:
June 25 - Certainly So
July 2 - SunDub
July 3 - Red, White and Blues with Orgone *5 - 8 PM*
July 9 - Zepparella
July 16 - The Rumble Featuring Big Chief Joseph Boudreaux Jr.
July 23 - Reverend Peyton's Big Damn Band
July 30 - New Constellations
August 6 - Chuck Prophet and His Cumbia Shoes
August 13 - Blessing Chimanga
August 20 - Kat Hasty
August 27 - Series Ending Show With Easy Jim
The Telluride Gold Kings
The Gold Kings are a home-grown rock-’n-roots powerhouse from Telluride, Colorado. Locals know them as “the Hardest Working Band in Telluride,” a title they’ve earned through stacked weekly residencies.
Built around four multi-instrumentalists who trade lead vocals and rich harmonies, the Kings keep floors moving with a high-octane mix of early rock-and-roll, blues, Americana covers, and handfuls of originals such as “The Fishing Song,” “Snow,” “Time to Rock,” and the live favorite “All I Need Is You.” telluridegoldkings.bandcamp.comsoundcloud.com
Since first surfacing on the local scene back in 2018, the band’s marathon sets, good-time swagger, and crowd-inclusive sing-alongs have made them a go-to soundtrack for everything from charity barn dances to high-altitude sunset concerts. Whether you catch them on a barroom stage or tucked into a ski-lodge lounge, The Gold Kings guarantee a foot-stomping, mountain-high celebration of classic grooves and Colorado spirit.
DUG - Telluride Bluegrass After Dark Nightgrass
The sun may set and the temperature may drop, but the music doesn’t stop at Telluride Bluegrass! NightGrass is the late-night magic of the Festival. NightGrass concerts are held in venues around the town of Telluride.
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Water tower - Telluride Bluegrass After Dark Nightgrass
The sun may set and the temperature may drop, but the music doesn’t stop at Telluride Bluegrass! NightGrass is the late-night magic of the Festival. NightGrass concerts are held in venues around the town of Telluride.
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The sun may set and the temperature may drop, but the music doesn’t stop at Telluride Bluegrass! NightGrass is the late-night magic of the Festival. NightGrass concerts are held in venues around the town of Telluride.
Tickets are available at shop.bluegrass.com.
Telluride Bluegrass Festival
Nestled in the rugged San Juan Mountains of Southwestern Colorado, the Telluride Bluegrass Festival is not only an iconic representation of all kinds of music, but a place of awe inspiring beauty; somewhere you can dance under the sun (and rain) and embrace your truest self. It certainly doesn’t get better than this.
Mark your calendars for June 19-22, 2025!
Get more information here on Planet Bluegrass.
Stories & Poems Norwood: Gail Binkly
Just in time for summer solstice, Gail Binkly, Cortez-based editor and co-founder of the Four Corners Free Press will bring stories and readings from a new novel to Stories & Poems Norwood at the Lone Cone Library on June 18, 2025, at 6 p.m.
“For years Gail provided the Montezuma County community with a monthly paper that spoke truth to power and tried to showcase voices from the full political spectrum,” said Art Goodtimes, director of the Telluride Institute’s Talking Gourds Poetry Program. “She is a brave and tireless truth-teller. And her new young adult novel was mesmerizing, even for an old man.”
Binkly has been in journalism for more than 25 years and has won numerous awards for all manner of writing, from news and features to editorials and arts criticism. Her new novel, Trek of a Bird-Woman, is her first journey into fiction and was released in 2023.
In addition to editing and writing, Binkly also ran a bi-monthly radio show on local news, with station manager Jeff Pope, at KSJD-FM Dryland Community Radio.
The Stories & Poems free series happens on the third Wednesday of each month. Our featured guest will give a 30-40 min. presentation, followed by a short question and answer period after the presentation. Then there’s a passing of the gourd, where community members in attendance are encouraged to share stories or poems.
For those who like prompts for stories or poems, this month’s prompt is: “All the news.”
A collaboration of the Lone Cone Library and the Telluride Institute’s Talking Gourds poetry program, Stories & Poems Norwood is free and open to all ages, thanks to the generosity of the library, a Town of Telluride CCAASE grant, private donors and Talking Gourds’ Fischer and Cantor poetry contests.
Both the Fischer and Cantor contests are currently open for submissions.
For more information on poetry contests and Talking Gourds programs, visit the website www.tellurideinstitute.org/talking-gourds. For questions about the event, text 970-729-0220 or email Goodtimes at art@tellurideinstitute.org
