
October 2019
Public Star Party
For this final public Star Party of the season we will be celebrating International Observe the Moon Night. International Observe the Moon Night is a worldwide celebration of lunar science and exploration held annually since 2010. One day each year, everyone on Earth is invited to observe and learn about the Moon together, and to celebrate the cultural and personal connections we all have…
Find out more »Lumino Ensemble
These great friends and long-time chamber music partners began playing together as doctoral students at the University of Colorado at Boulder. Known for their collective flair and bravura, they have performed at concert series, festivals and universities throughout the United States and abroad. The three musicians each have performed as part of an In Concert: Classical Music in the Valley series in the past.…
Find out more »Halloween Trick-or-Treat Walk
Looking for safe, free family Halloween fun? Trick-or-Treat the Merchants on Main Street (and just off Main Street) in Westcliffe and Silver Cliff. Look for the orange Trick-or-Treat poster in the businesses' windows. Contact (719) 783-2099 for more information.
Find out more »November 2019
Fall Into Winter Art Show Reception
Show Runs October 31 - Dec. 23 Sponsored by Sangres Art Guild Opening Reception: Saturday, November 9, 4-6pm, Just in time for the holidays, smaller pieces of Art Work, great for gift giving. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! Come join us with music by the Blooming Bush Women, refreshments and great company while viewing 2 floors of art. People’s Choice awards, ribbons and cash, will…
Find out more »Public Viewing Event: Transit of Planet Mercury Across the Sun
THE 2019 TRANSIT OF MERCURY: On Monday morning, November 11, Mercury will pass directly in front the Sun. The rare transit begins at 7:35 a.m. EST and lasts for almost six hours. However, for the Mountain Time Zone, the transit will be in progress at sunrise. Plus for the SJO’s location, the Wet Mountains to its east delay sunrise about 30 minutes. The Sun…
Find out more »December 2019
Holiday Arts & Crafts Fair
December 5, 2-6 p.m., December 6 & 7, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Discover beautiful handcrafted treasures and gifts in plenty of time for the holidays. Supports local artists and the West Custer County Library.
Find out more »Christmas in the Park with Santa
Meet Santa at the Town Shop at 1011 Butler in Silver Cliff. Call 719-783-2615 for more information.
Find out more »Fall Into Winter Art Show Reception
Winter Reception Saturday, December 7, 2-4pm Show Runs October 31 - Dec. 23 Sponsored by Sangres Art Guild @ 3rd St. Gallery, 59000 N. Hwy 69, Westcliffe, CO 81252 Just in time for the holidays, smaller pieces of Art Work, great for gift giving. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! Come join us with seasonal music, festive refreshments and great company while viewing 2 floors of…
Find out more »Christmas Parade on Main Street
Come see 'Christmas Around The World', this year's theme for the Christmas Parade down Main Street. Also, be there as we Light up the Town! Meet Santa and start your holiday shopping. For more information, contact Candace McDaniel at (719) 783-4050 or crmcdaniel_13@outlook.com.
Find out more »Sangres Art Guild Alla Prima
Treat yourself to seven dazzling summer days painting in the charming Wet Mountain Valley of Colorado with sweeping scenic views of the magnificent Sangre de Cristo mountains, intimate outdoor scenes, historic architecture and special events. This paint-from-life event includes alla prima painting created from life in the manner of plein air, but not necessarily done outdoors. Subject matter embraces landscapes, ranch life, figurative and…
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