San Juan Silver Stage | July 2020. Volume 24, No. 7
Premier Lifestyles Publication Since 1996
Art is history's storyteller.
Painted murals,
Downtown Montrose
If Alleys Could Talk
Peek into the past
Rediscover Silverton
Live entertainment
610 Courtyard, Ridgway
Magic Circle Players
Social distancing rehersal
Ken Webb
Metal Art
Silverton
Can't leave home?
Take it with you!
Where you go...
Pets go too.
Outdoor living
Feeds the senses.
NEW ARTICLES – UPDATING WEEKLY. KEEP CHECKING BACK.
For over 25 years we’ve been leading the way in Western Colorado lifestyles. Now, with the “New Normal” as we transition into a “virtual” world, the Silver Stage remains your most trusted source for the latest regional event and activities news. Hang in, hang on, and stay with the Stage. You might not be able to get off at your favorite stop for awhile, but you can tune and join us in any time from anywhere.
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If Alleys Could Talk- a Story in Murals
Mural behind buildings in 300 block of E. Main, Montrose. Image, G K.R. Burke
Discover colorful murals, painted in the 1980s, in the. alleys behind buildings on the 300 and 400 block of East Main, downtown Montrose, [Read more here]
Mary Pat Ettinger, Visual Storyteller
“Main Street Alley.” Original acrylic painting by Mary Pat Ettinger,
This painting of a Montrose downtown alley was the inspiration for our Alley Project. [Read more here]
If Alleys Could Talk- historic carriage houses
The Silver Stage is running a series of articles (both print and online editions), about the old carriage houses (some doubled as barns) along the alleyways of historic, rural towns in SW Colorado. We begin, this issue, with Montrose, and a carriage house cut in half!. [Read more here]
Silverton is OPEN! Come up and play.
Now is the perfect time to visit Silverton, a town nestled in the incomparable beauty of the San Juan Mountains. It’s refreshingly cool with plenty of natural social distancing. [Read more]
Outdoor Living Feeds the Senses
Engaging the senses in one’s own backyard is an easy way to stave off isolating moments, share intimate gatherings, and soothe the soul of needed stimulation. [Read more]
Know Where Your Food Comes
Mary Menz. There is a renewed interest by a public that wants to know where its food comes from, whether it’s local or sustainably-raised, sustainably-grown, or sustainably-fished elsewhere. [Read more]
Pets – Take your Dog to Work
A positive sign of the changing times is the trend pets joining us in the workplace due to the many benefits this opportunity offers. Benefits to both you and your pet: [read story here].
Pets – 2nd Chance is Here to Help
By Kelly Goodin. ” Tri-County Pet Pantry. Low-cost Health & Welness Services. Animal Rescue. Our mission is Connecting Pets, People & Community While Saving Lives. [read story here].”
Traveling With Pets
Dash is a good traveler. Courtesy Second Chance.
Road tripping with your furry family members is greatly enhanced with your emotional support buddy and more fun if you are properly prepared. [Read story here].
July 2020
The San Juan Silver Stage has always been known as your go-to source for what’s happening around our region. Today, we may not be able to physically travel to all the events, but we can attend live-streamed. Galleries and theaters may be closed, but we can visit via Social Media Posts. It’s a whole new world of A&E, and were proud to be able to share all the information you need from just one source—us! [Click here, or on banner above, to get the latest updates.]
610 Courtyard
Wine Wednesday Social and Jazz with Yaz. Click on image to reserve.New Venue, The Old Firehouse Back Alley
July 7, ARTbar: Evening at the Lake.
Instructor Anne Hockenberry. Create this acrylic painting on a 16×20 inch canvas. Supplies included. In person, includes drink. $45 (includes materials). $35 (Bring your own materials.) Register here. Remote (Zoom, does not include drink), $40 Register here.
Artist on a Harley: In My Backyard
“My Backyard.” Original oil painting by Mike Simpson.
“Many artist’s like to travel and paint the subjects of far away lands. The current confines placed on society has sure put a cramp in that ability. However, an artist looking for subject matter to paint really only needs to look at his or her surroundings. Take your backyard for example.” [Read more]
MONTROSE
Montrose Center for the Arts
Magic Circle Players ready to welcome Newsies
MCP Season re-start. Rehersals have been conducted following the ‘new normal’ guidelines, complete with masks and social distancing. MCP is determined to move from “dark” to “light” and bring back the joy of live theater. [Read story.]
10 Miles From Home
While our activities and travel distances restricted, alleviate cabin fever, get out and get some exercise is taking a hike within 10 miles from home. Author and avid hiker, Ninah Hunter, shares some of of her favorite trails close to where she lives in Ridgway, Colo. [Read more]
Main St. Montrose is Open
Even if you can’t see them, you can hear the happy smiles, albeit a bit muffled, behind face masks in the cheerful greetings from customers, sales staff, and business owners as Montrose downtown opens for business on the 300 and 400 blocks of East Main. [Story]
Time to Get on the Road!
Ninah Hunter. Summer is officially here and now is a great time to start planning for summertime camping and road tripping. If you don’t want to stay home, why not just take it with you? Some of my favorite planning tools are Internet apps, which also have a mobile phone component for use on the road. [Read more]
During . . .
Shelter in Place Activities
Amiessa Dawn Jutten, MSW, LCSW. How to Survive and Thrive. Self-isolation and shelter-in-place do not mean that you have to be completely alone. It is important to maintain social connection to your family, friends, community, and humanity. [Suggestions here]
After . . .
The “New” Normal – 3 views
Eva Veitch. 2020-A Year We Never Forget. We are forever changed because of COVID-19, but I hope we will focus on how this can make us better and stronger than ever.
Jim Elder. All of a Sudden. All of a sudden our world has changed. Perhaps in the near future folks will refer to the terms “BC” (before COVID) and “AD” (after detention). No matter the terms we use, our lives have changed forever.
Kate Burke. We Are Not in the Same Boat. We are all on different ships during this life-changing storm – each of us experiencing a very different journey
The New Virtual Business Model
Today, we are living in a brand new world of business technology. We share conversations about how high-speed Internet is changing how we do business.
• The Internet & Managing Your Business
• Connecting From a Distance With Elevate
• Communication Evolution and the Business Owner
[3 stories]
Money Matters
By Jim Elder. Story coming in July issue.
Real Estate
By Ninah Hunter. Story coming in July issue.
Lending Solutions
By John Leu. Story comming in July issue.
ACL Community Living
ACL advocates for older adults, people with disabilities, and families and caregivers; funds services and supports community-based programs; manages programs providing assistance on health and wellness [Read story]
Elder Abuse Awareness
June 15th is Elder abuse awareness day. Abuse often occurs with little recognition or response. Forced isolation due to Covid makes seniors even more vunerable.[Read story]
80s & 90s Club Update
The Covid has closed their face-time meeting place, so they’re meeting virtually! Age doesn’t slow them down as they learn new ways to stay in touch. [Read story]
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