🌱 Which Snowmass trails reopen when—and what new rules now apply?

Good day Snowmass Village! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

• Which Snowmass trails reopen when—and what new rules now apply?
• Remember when Snowmass Village hosted Dave Brubeck under a striped tent?
• How did Snowmass Rodeo land on America’s top 10 list?

Also on today's calendar: An Evening with Father John Misty and 2 more events.

Today's riddle: what do you call a rabbit with fleas? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

• Wednesday: Very warm with clouds and sun, with a high of 76 and low of 45 degrees.
• Thursday: Partly sunny, temps: high: 69, low: 37.
• Friday: Partly sunny, with a high of 69 and low of 42 degrees.

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📰 News we're reading

• Know before you go: Snowmass trails re-open (aspentimes.com) — Snowmass Village trails are reopening with updated rules on dogs, bikes, e-bikes, and horses that locals need to know before heading out. Key routes like Sky Mountain Park, Rim Trail North, and others open May 16, with more trails following in late June. Residents and visitors can check specific leash rules, e-bike allowances, and etiquette at trailheads or on the town recreation website.
   

• Snowmass history: Snowmass pavilion (aspentimes.com) — A 1973 Aspen Times piece recalls how Snowmass Resort built a 1,200‑seat pavilion right next to Snowmass Village Square, quickly turning it into a hub for conventions and big‑name concerts. From Dave Brubeck to the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, the venue helped shape the village’s cultural life, a story preserved today by the Aspen Historical Society.
   

• One of the Best Rodeos in America Isn't Even Close to Texas (parade.com) — Snowmass Village gets a nod on a national stage, with the Snowmass Rodeo ranked among the top 10 rodeos in the country by USA Today’s 10Best. The piece spotlights how standout rodeos, including Snowmass, thrive well beyond Texas, celebrating diverse Western traditions. It’s a reminder that a nationally recognized summer experience is right in your backyard.
   

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📸 Around Snowmass Village

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Snowmass Village

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★ Featured events ★

Thursday May 14

• Father John Misty →
  Belly Up Aspen, 450 S Galena St #202, Aspen
  7:00 pm

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Other local events

Thursday May 14

• An Evening with Father John Misty →
  Belly Up Aspen, 450 S Galena St #202, Aspen
  7:00 pm

Monday May 18

• Town Council Regular Meeting →
  Snowmass Village, CO Calendar, 130 Kearns Rd., Snowmass Village
  4:00 pm

Wednesday May 20

• Planning Commission Regular Meeting- Dependent on Need →
  Snowmass Village, CO Calendar, 130 Kearns Rd., Snowmass Village
  4:00 pm

Saturday May 23

• AHS Graduation
  Michael Klein Music Tent and Harris Concert Hall, 960 N 3rd St, Snowmass Village
  10:00 am

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📣 Snowmass Village Shout Outs!

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🗓 Events Nearby

Thursday May 14

• Trivia Night at Woody Creek Distillers →
  Woody Creek Distillers, 60 Sunset Dr, Basalt
  6:30 pm

Friday May 15

• Spritz Fridays →
  MOLLIE Aspen, 111 S Garmisch St, Aspen
  3:00 pm
• Aggie Flores and The Wildflowers →
  Wheeler Opera House, 320 E Hyman Ave, Aspen
  7:00 pm
• LOCALS NIGHT REGGAE - The Know Bodies w/ King David James & The Love →
  Belly Up Aspen, 450 S Galena St #202, Aspen
  9:00 pm

Thursday May 21

• Drink Outside the Lines, Creative Dice Night | Red Brick Center for the Arts →
  Red Brick Center For the Arts, 110 E Hallam St #120, Aspen
  5:30 pm

Friday May 22

• Whiskey Blending Lab →
  Woody Creek Distillers, 60 Sunset Dr, Basalt
  5:00 pm
• Live Music at Woody Creek Distillers →
  Woody Creek Distillers, 60 Sunset Dr, Basalt
  6:00 pm

Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• Aspen Skiing Company, LLC - Aspen Snowmass posted a job opening for Assistant Director of Patrol - Summer Seasonal in Snowmass Village. Apply here.
• Snowmass Club posted a job opening for Assistant Food and Beverage Manager in Snowmass Village. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Snowmass Village here.

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🗞 Nearby News

Aspen

• Aspen's culture inspires new TV series (aspentimes.com)
• No. 1 Battle Mountain too much for Aspen girls lacrosse in QF game (aspentimes.com)
• City of Aspen wants input on ‘sandwich board' rules (aspendailynews.com)

Basalt

• Writers on the Range: When snow runoff is low, so are our spirits (fortmorgantimes.com)

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Bugs Bunny ! (Thank you bruce A. for sending it in!)
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