Guitar workshop with Luca Stricagnoli, April 24
“The Art of Fingerstyle With Luca Stricagnoli: Pushing the Boundaries of Acoustic Guitar” workshop will be held at 5 p.m. April 24 at The Vault at the Wheeler Opera House. The one-hour event is for intermediate to advanced guitarists. Participants are encouraged to bring a guitar to fully take part, but it’s not required. For more information and registration, visit wheeleroperahouse.com/event/the-art-of-fingerstyle-with-luca-stricagnoli-pushing-the-boundaries-of-acoustic-guitar.
‘Luca Stricagnoli with special guest Meg Pfeiffer,’ April 24
“Luca Stricagnoli with special guest Meg Pfeiffer” will show at 7 p.m. at The Vault at the Wheeler Opera House. Acoustic guitarist Stricagnoli, known for his custom triple-neck guitar and genre-blending performances, is back at the historic venue. Award-winning singer-songwriter Pfeiffer will join. The venue is located at 320 E. Hyman Ave. For more information and tickets, visit wheeleroperahouse.com/event/luca-stricagnoli-with-special-guest-meg-pfeiffer.
Aspen’s local book club at Explore Books, April 24
Explore Books will host its monthly in-person book club featuring “Small Things Like These” from 5:30-7:30 p.m. April 24 at 221 E. Main St. Each month, a critically recognized compact novel is chosen. Participants receive 20% off the featured book at Explore books and 15% off drinks during the meetings. The sessions are free with registration, which can be found at eventbrite.com.
Spritz Fridays, April 24
MOLLIE Aspen has partnered with Bom Dia Bubbles to present Spritz Fridays — every Friday. Kick off the weekend at this social series featuring a spring-forward cocktail menu and DJ-curated vibes at the MOLLIE Roof Terrace Bar. DJs will play from 5-8 p.m.; the spa pool and bar will be open from 3-8 p.m. The hot tub is open to the public and no tickets are required. The lineup includes DJ Kevin Joyal (April 24), DJ Alex Brough (May 1), DJ Jontre (May 8), DJ Teaj (May 15), DJ Blake Get Back Here (May 22) and DJ Takki (May 29). The MOLLIE is located at 111 S. Garmisch St. For more information, visit mollieaspen.com/events/spritz-fridays.
40oz. to Freedom at Belly Up Aspen, April 25
40oz. to Freedom will perform at 9:30 p.m. April 25 at Belly Up Aspen, 450 S. Galena St. The highly energetic Sublime tribute band won the 2010 San Diego Music Award for Best Tribute Artist. The band has toured the entire U.S., Canada and Mexico for more than 16 years, amassing a loyal and enthusiastic following. Founded in Southern California in 2007, they are now based in Denver. For more information and tickets, visit bellyupaspen.com/events/an-evening-with-40oz-to-freedom-6.
The Farm Collective’s Earth Day Celebration, April 25
A free family-friend Earth Day Celebration will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at The Farm Collective, 200 Agricultural Way. The festivities will include a morning salutation to the Earth, guided farm tours, AcroYoga for the kids, approachable goat and baby chicks, food sampling and hands-on planting activities, according to the organizers. For more information, visit thefarmcollaborative.org.
Earth week swap and exchange, April 25
The city of Aspen’s third annual “Earth Week Free Swap and Exchange” will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 25 at the Aspen Fire Department, 420 E. Hopkins Ave. The event is presented in partnership with Aspen’s latest sustainability campaign, “Commit to Tomorrow.” Donations will be accepted starting at 10 a.m. on the day of the event. Accepted items include clothing, books and small household goods. Furniture, electronics and personal care items will not be accepted. For more information, visit aspen.gov/1726/Earth-Week-Free-Swap-Exchange.
The Fretliners, April 30
With a new fiddle player on board, The Fretliners will perform at 8 p.m. April 30 at Belly Up Aspen. The touring bluegrass band continues to generate new music and play fan favorites. Formed in 2022, they won both the Telluride Bluegrass and Rockygrass band competitions in the same year, 2023. It’s an achievement done only once before, according to a press release. Belly Up Aspen is located at 450 S. Galena St. For more information and tickets, visit Tickets.bellyupaspen.com/link/event?event=the-fretliners-4-30-26.
Aspen Community School presents ‘Dahlapalooza,’ May 1
Aspen Community School presents “Dahlapalooza” at 7 p.m. May 1 at the Wheeler Opera House, 320 E, Hyman Ave. The stage performance features Raold Dahl’s most popular works, including “James and the Giant Peach,” “Charlie and the Chocolate Factor,” “The BFG,” “Matilda,” “The Witches” and his early autobiography, “Boy: Tales of Childhood.” For more information and tickets, visit wheeleroperahouse.com/event/aspen-community-school-presents-dahlapalooza-2.
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