Breckenridge Events Activities November 27 December 3
Thanksgiving Day
(a) Breckenridge Recreation Center Classes – Thanksgiving hours are 6am-3pm. Muscle Power 6:15am; BodyPump 8 am.; Water Aerobics 8am; Mat Pilates 9:0r5am; Mixed Terrain Cycle 9:30am; Weightlifting for Women 10:30am; Kickboxing 12pm; Strength/Stretch 1pm;
(a) Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center Presents:  Thanksgiving Day Turkey Toss– 10-11am in Divide, Colorado. Adults $20, Kids 12 and under $10. For more info call 719 687 9742 or visit www.wolfeducation.org.
(b) Karaoke with DJ’s Siren and Maria– At Jonny G’s in Frisco. 9:30pm – 1:30am Upstairs of the Frisco Mall.  970 406-1230 for more info.
(a) – Activity                     (b) – Bar/Club/Nightlife               (c) – Cultural Activity              (e) – Event
(h) – Historical Activity           (i) – Information         (k) – Kids’ Activity/Event
(r) – Restaurant/Food               (s) – Shopping
Friday, November 28
(s) Arts Alive Presents: Colorado Colors– 11am-5pm at 500 South Main Street (La Cima Mall). Summit County’s only local co-op Gallery celebrates autumn with a new show, Colorado Colors. Featured artists of the month include Cat Roberts, watercolorist. 970 453-0450 for more info.
(h) Breckenridge Heritage Alliance Sites and Tours–Take a guided walking tour through Breckenridge’s Nationally Recognized Breckenridge Historic District. Tours begin at 11 a.m. at the Breckenridge Welcome Center. $5/person; $3/child. Visit the Barney Ford House Museum, located at 111 E. Washington Ave.Open 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free admission. For more information, call 800-980-1859.
(a) Breckenridge Recreation Center Classes – Cycling 6:15am; Water Aerobics 8am; Zumba 8am; Strength/Stretch 9:05am; Tae Kwon Do 10am; Great Glutes 10am; Core & More 10:30am; Yogates 11:05am; RPM 12pm; Zumba 12:30pm; Nia 1pm; Tae Kwon Do 4:15pm; Tae Kwon Do 7pm 970-453-1734
(b) The Gold Pan– DJ Crisp spinning your favorite dance music 9pm.
(c) It’s a Wonderful Life: A Radio Play– The Backstage Theatre presents this classic holiday favorite adapted for the stage. 7:30PM at 121 S. Ridge St. Mall.  $18 adults, $12 children 12 and under. 970 453-0199 for reservations or more info.
(e) Rocky Horror Picture Show- The Speakeasy Move Theatre at 103 S. Harris will show the 1975 cult classic at 6:45 p.m. and 9 p.m. Tickets to these special screenings are $15 and the proceeds benefit the Mountain Top Children’s Museum. Child care will also be available during the early shows with the Kid’s Night Out Program for ages 4-12 years old. The fee (for moviegoers only) is $20 for the first child, $15 for a sibling. This rate includes dinner and activities for the kids. Advance tickets and child care reservations are available at 970-453-7878.
(a) Yoga at Abby Hall – 136 S. Main St.Anusara Inspired Yoga 9:30-10:45am. Vinyasa Flow Yoga 12:15-1:15pm. $10/class. Drop in students are welcome. www.abbyhallonmain.com 970-453-8558
Saturday, November 29
(s) Arts Alive Presents: Colorado Colors– 11am-5pm at 500 South Main Street (La Cima Mall). Summit County’s only local co-op Gallery celebrates autumn with a new show, Colorado Colors. Featured artists of the month include Cat Roberts, watercolorist. 970 453-0450 for more info.
(a) Breckenridge Recreation Center Classes – Rock ‘n’ Ride 7:30am; BodyPump 8:30am; Yoga for Everyone 9:45am; ; 970-453-1734.
(b) The Gold Pan– Live Entertainment, 9pm 970-453-5499.
(h) Breckenridge Heritage Alliance Sites and Tours–Take a guided walking tour through Breckenridge’s Nationally Recognized Historic District. Tours begin at 11 a.m. at the Breckenridge Welcome Center. $5/person; $3/child. Visit the Barney Ford House Museum, located at 111 E. Washington Ave.Open 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free admission. For more information, call 800-980-1859.
(c) It’s a Wonderful Life: A Radio Play– The Backstage Theatre presents this classic holiday favorite adapted for the stage. 7:30PM at 121 S. Ridge St. Champagne and hors d’oeuvres by hearthstone catering. $28 adults, $20 children under 12.  970 453-0199 for reservations or more info.
(s) Kids’ Knitting Group– Brought to you by Tea Time Quilting and Stitchery. 2-4 at 122 South Main Street. 970 547-8300.
(a) Redesign, Repurpose, Reward – Go Green with Your Jewelry– Join former Tin Shop guest artist Maggie Connolly and redesign your old jewelry or found objects into contemporary wearable art. 1-4pm at The Fuqua Livery Stable, 110 E. Washington Ave, $35 includes all connection materials, bring your own old jewelry to play with. 970 453-3364 for more info.
(e) Rocky Horror Picture Show- The Speakeasy Move Theatre at 103 S. Harris will show the 1975 cult classic at 6:45 p.m. and 9 p.m. Tickets to these special screenings are $15 and the proceeds benefit the Mountain Top Children’s Museum. Child care will also be available during the early shows with the Kid’s Night Out Program for ages 4-12 years old. The fee (for moviegoers only) is $20 for the first child, $15 for a sibling. This rate includes dinner and activities for the kids. Advance tickets and child care reservations are available at 970-453-7878.
(s) Tea Time Quilting and Stitchery – Knitting, quilting &crocheting group. No fee, 12-2pm. 122 South Main Street, 970 547-8300.
(a) Yoga, T’ai Chi and Kung Fu at Abby Hall – Pre Yoga Meditation 7:45-8:45am; Hatha Yoga 9-10:30am; T’ai Chi/Kung Fu 11:30-1pm. $10/class. Drop in students are welcome. 970-453-8558 www.abbyhallonmain.com
Sunday, November 30
(s) Arts Alive Presents: Colorado Colors– 11am-5pm at 500 South Main Street (La Cima Mall). Summit County’s only local co-op Gallery celebrates autumn with a new show, Colorado Colors. Featured artists of the month include Cat Roberts, watercolorist. 970 453-0450 for more info.
(h) Breckenridge Heritage Alliance Sites and Tours– Visit the Barney Ford House Museum, located at 111 E. Washington Ave.The Barney Ford House Museum honors Barney Ford, an escaped slave turned prominent entrepreneur and black civil rights leader in Colorado. See “The Traditions of African-American Quilting” exhibit. Free admission.Open 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information, call 800-980-1859.
(c) It’s a Wonderful Life: A Radio Play– The Backstage Theatre presents this classic holiday favorite adapted for the stage. 2:00PM and 6:30PM at 121 S. Ridge St. Mall.  $18 adults/$12 children under 12. 970 453-0199 for reservations or more info.
Monday, December 1
(s) Arts Alive Presents: Colorado Colors– 11am-5pm at 500 South Main Street (La Cima Mall). Summit County’s only local co-op Gallery celebrates autumn with a new show, Colorado Colors. Featured artists of the month include Cat Roberts, watercolorist. 970 453-0450 for more info.
(h) Breckenridge Heritage Alliance Sites and Tours– Visit the Barney Ford House Museum, located at 111 E. Washington Ave.The Barney Ford House Museum honors Barney Ford, an escaped slave turned prominent entrepreneur and black civil rights leader in Colorado. See “The Traditions of African-American Quilting” exhibit. Free admission.Open 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information, call 800-980-1859.
(a) Breckenridge Recreation Center Classes –Cycling 6:15am; Bodypump 8am; Water Aerobics 8am; 50+ Strength/Stretch 9:05am; Xtrain 9:30am; Tae Kwon Do 10am; Core Pilates 11:05am; Mixed Terrain Cycle 12pm; Body Pump 12pm; Zumba 5:30pm; Int. Vinyasa Yoga at Carter Park 5:30pm; Tae Kwon Do 7pm; 970 453-1734 for more info.
(r) D’Vine Wine Tasting Room– Personal Health Seminar with Bo & Connie Tomlyn “Understanding Natural Health 101â€Â 6-7pm, 211 South Main Street, 970 453-3991.
(a) U.S. Freestyle Moguls Team Members Meet and Greet– 5-6pm at The Breckenridge Recreation Center! Skiers scheduled to attend the meet and greet include: Shannon Bahrke, Michelle Roark, Emiko Torito, Shelly Robertson, Hannah Kearney, Jillian Vogtli, Patrick Deneed, David Babic, Nate Roberts, Michael Morse, Jeremy Bloom, Kayla Snyderman, Eliza Outtrim, Ani Hasas, Heather McPhie, Laurel Shanley, Sandon Gardner, Sho Kashima, Jimmy Discoe, Bryon Wilson and David Digravio. 970 453-1734 for more info.
(a) World AIDS Day– On Monday, December 1st, Tentmaker Ministries and Great Divide Calvary Chapel will be presenting an AIDS awareness event and fundraiser at the Speakeasy Theatre from 6-8:30. Your $15 entry fee will be used to feed a child for 3 months. The event will include a showing of the documentary film “A Closer Walk†and a short video presentation and personal testimony from the 12 locals who traveled to South Africa this September. Donations of food and beverages for the event, as well as goods and services to be used as door prizes and silent-auction items are needed. Please contact Aimee Pinnell for more information at 970 389-8958.
(a) Yoga at Abby Hall – 136 S. Main St. Vinyasa Flow Yoga 8-9:15am; Hatha Yoga 6-7:30pm. Email wellness@sacredtree.com for pre-registration. www.abbyhallonmain.com
Tuesday, December 2
(s) Arts Alive Presents: Colorado Colors– 11am-5pm at 500 South Main Street (La Cima Mall). Summit County’s only local co-op Gallery celebrates autumn with a new show, Colorado Colors. Featured artists of the month include Cat Roberts, watercolorist. 970 453-0450 for more info.
(h) Breckenridge Heritage Alliance Sites and Tours– Visit the Barney Ford House Museum, located at 111 E. Washington Ave.The Barney Ford House Museum honors Barney Ford, an escaped slave turned prominent entrepreneur and black civil rights leader in Colorado. See “The Traditions of African-American Quilting” exhibit. Free admission.Open 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information, call 800-980-1859.
(a) Breckenridge Recreation Center Classes – Bodypump 6:15am; Step Combo 8am; Zumba 9:05am; Cycling 9:30am; RPM 12pm; Yoga Express 12pm; Zumba for Latinas en Movimiento 1pm; Tae Kwon Do 4:15pm; Total Body on the Ball 5:30pm; Rock ‘N’ Ride 5:30pm; Yoga Basics 6:05pm; Body Pump 6:45pm; . 970-453-1734
(b) The Gold Pan– Open Mic Night, locals and visitors welcome, 9pm 970-453-5499.
(h) Historic Breckenridge Sites and Tours– Visit one of Breckenridge’s well-known historic buildings, the Barney Ford House Museum (111 E. Washington Ave.) Open 11am – 3pm. Admission to museum Free. Or book an appointment for a historical walking tour of downtown Breckenridge $5 person/$10 family. 970 453-4493.
(b) Karaoke with DJ’s Siren and Maria– At 320 South (formerly Sherpa & Yeti’s). 9:30pm – 1:30am. 320 South Ridge Street. 970 406-1230 for more info.
(a) Tuesday Tea Time Knitters– Come knit with and make new friends at Tea Time Quliting and Stitchery, from 10am – 12noon. Help is available from start to finish. Free! 122 South Main Street. 970 547-8300 for more info.
(a) Yoga at Abby Hall– 136 S. Main St. Vinyasa Flow Yoga 9-10:15am; Hatha Yoga 6:30-7:45pm. $10/class. Drop in students are welcome. 970-453-8558 www.abbyhallonmain.com
Wednesday, December 3
(s) Arts Alive Presents: Colorado Colors– 11am-5pm at 500 South Main Street (La Cima Mall). Summit County’s only local co-op Gallery celebrates autumn with a new show, Colorado Colors. Featured artists of the month include Cat Roberts, watercolorist. 970 453-0450 for more info.
(h) Breckenridge Heritage Alliance Sites and Tours– Visit the Barney Ford House Museum, located at 111 E. Washington Ave.The Barney Ford House Museum honors Barney Ford, an escaped slave turned prominent entrepreneur and black civil rights leader in Colorado. See “The Traditions of African-American Quilting” exhibit. Free admission.Open 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information, call 800-980-1859.
(a) Breckenridge Recreation Center Classes–Cycling 6:15am; Yoga Basics 8am; Stretch/Strength 9:05am; Tai Chi Gong 9:30am at Carter Park; Tae Kwon Do 10am; Mat Pilates 11:05am; BodyPump 12pm; Tae Kwon Do 4:15pm; Elite Performance Training 5:30pm; Vinyassa Yoga 5:30pm; Tae Kwon Do 7pm; 970-453-1734 for more info.
(r) D’Vine Wine Presents Music, Massage and Merlot– Live music with Rojos Calientes (Latin-bluegrass fusion). $1 per minute chair massage, $5 glasses of wine. 211 South Main Street, 970 453-3991.
(k) Winter Wonderlands– Children will create beautiful winter wonderland paintings and learn to draw trees, natural forms and easy perspectives while being surrounded by the Impressionist landscapes of Claude Monet. Oil pastels will be used along with watercolors. Instruction by Nancy Branca. 4:15-6:15 at The Robert Whyte House, 127 S. Ridge Street, $25 includes all materials. 970 453-3364 for more info.
(a) Yoga, Kung Fu and T’ai Chi at Abby Hall– Anusara Inspired Yoga 9:30-10:45am; T’ai Chi 5:30-7pm and Shaolin Kung Fu 7-8:30pm 136 South Main Street. Drop in students are welcome. 970 453-8558 or www.abbyhallonmain.com for more info.
Local’s Corner
The Breckenridge Economic Summit held on November 17 will air on SCTV Channel 10 at 1 p.m. daily and again at 10 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday and Friday through December 5th.
Ongoing Breckenridge Restaurant Specials
(r) Bubba Gump Shrimp Co–Happy hour from 2-5 p.m. (until 6 p.m. if you’re a local!) in the bar & on the back deck including 2-for-1
Apps, $5 & $6 pitchers of beer, $3.75 22oz margaritas, $1 PBR’s and more!
(r) Burke & Rileys– Locals get 20% off entire bill. Kitchen open everyday from 11am – 12midnight. (970) 547-2782.
(b) The Gold Pan– Happy hour daily from 4-7pm with drink specials. 453-5499.
(b) Jake’s Dive Bar –Bar open 11:30am until close everyday. Daily drink specials; Karaoke on Fridays! 970-547-0110
(r) Mi Casa Mexican Restaurant– Daily Happy Hour in the Cantina nightly from 3-6 p.m. with free munchies. 970-453-2071
(r) Relish– Off season special! Two courses for $25 through November 30. 137 S. Main Street. 453-0989 for more info.
(r) Windy City Pizza- All U Can Eat Buffet $6.99 M-F. Happy Hour Daily4-6 w/ $1.50 slices and Miller Lite and PBR Pints. $2.50 import/micros bottles and half off apps.  970 453-5570
Ongoing Sales/Promotions
(s) A Heart’s Delight – Visit the most unique gift shop in Breckenridge and get 10% off your purchase when you mention the Scoop.
Upstairs at 100 N Main St. (970) 372-5228.
(s) A List Nail Salon– Pamper yourself with a FREE mini manicure with every pedicure booked at A-List Nail Salon, located at The
Chopping Block, 118 S. Ridge Street, Breckenridge. 970-453-2660 or 970-376-2118. Mention The Scoop.
(s) Art on a Whim– Buy 3 prints at the funniest gallery in town and get the 4th free when you mention The Scoop. 240-215-5354.
(s) Gourmet Cabby Internet Café–½ price internet access any day of the week from 8 a.m. – midnight if you mention “The Scoop.â€Â 408
S. Ridge St. 970-453-7788
(s) Hand & Glove– Tuesday, December 9 5-9pm is Men’s Only Shopping Night! We’re making it easy on you…whether your special someone has come in and left a wish list or you’re on the hunt for something different. Have snacks and drinks and conquer that gift challenge. The discounts will be happening! The following night, December 10 is Ladies Only and One Lucky Guy Night! Gift gloves for him, mom, girlfriends and yourself! Snacks and drinks provided. 308 S. Main Street, 970 453-0200.
(s) Joy of Sox & Excessories– 20% off non sale hats when you mention The Scoop! 222 South Main Street, 970 453-4534.
(s) Manicures and Pedicures by Mary Jo – Always 10% off services if you mention The Scoop when booking an appointment. 970-390-1873 or maryjostoes.com
(s) Main Street Outlet – 25% to 70% off on all sportswear, skiwear and snowboardwear! This is our 14th year of offering quality,
service and the best prices in town! That’s the One and Only Main Street Outlet located at 324 South Main Street, Breckenridge. 970-453-1300.
(s) Mountain Sanctuary Day Spapresents 2 for 1’s – Good on any massage 1 hour or longer, expires December 15. 15% gratuity added onto original price. 326 S. Main Street, 970 547-1610.
(s) Pup’s Glide Shop – Buy an early season TRANSFERABLE ski/board tuning pass available thru 12/15/08 for $199. Good for use 10 times. Visit Pup’s at 101 Ski Hill Road or call 970 453-2111.
(s) Reverseage Wellness Center– Facials, Massage, Oxygen, Waxing, Holistic Health Programs & Ionic Foot Detox programs-31 year’s experience-10% off your appointment when you mention The Scoop! Special for locals 20% OFF packages until December.
Call today 970 471-2094 email faces@vail.net or visit www.reverseage.biz . We offer organic skin & bath gift baskets for all occasions!
Ongoing Breckenridge Activities
(a) Arts Alive Gallery – Summit County’s only local artists’ co-op gallery featuring for sale contemporary and classic paintings, sculpture, photography, ceramics, hand-blown glass and custom jewelry. La Cima Mall, 500 S. Main St. Open Daily, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 970-453-0450
(h) Historic District Walking Tours – Walk through downtown Breckenridge and visit the Historic District. listed on the Secretary of Interior National Register of Historic Places and is one of the largest historic districts in Colorado. It contains many early homes from log cabins to stately Victorian residences. You’ll also learn about commerce, mining and life in early Breckenridge. Guided walking tours and self-guided brochures are available. Call for times. 1-800-980-1859.
(h) Historic Breckenridge –Take a guided stroll through historic Breckenridge sites and museums, including the following: Alice G. Milne Memorial Park, 102 N Harris St; Barney Ford House Museum. 111 E Washington Ave; Briggle House, 104 N. Harris St; Country Boy Mine, French Gulch Rd; Edwin Carter 1875 Museum, 111 N. Ridge St:, Airport Road; Rotary Snowplow Park, Boreas Pass Rd; Valley Brook Cemetery, Airport Road at Valley Brook; Red, White and Blue Fire Museum, 316 North Main St.
1-800-980-1859
(k) Mountain Top Children’s Museum– Children and adults alike love this interactive museum, featuring exhibits and experiments in the Wonder Lab, art in the Creation Station, building in the Kidstruction Zone and performing on stage in Studio Imagination. Children under two can visit the Tot Spot. Located at 605 S. Park Ave. Parking is available at the F and Tiger Dredge lots across Park Avenue. Admission is $7 per child and $5 per adult. Children under one and seniors can enter free. 970-453-7878
(a) Public Skating at the Stephen C. West Ice Arena – Skate rentals and drop-in lessons also available. Times vary. Call 970-547-9974 for more information.
(a) Wild Juicy Women Weekend Retreat– Celebrating, Creating, Flowing…Exploring your luscious femininity! Treat Yourself, Renew Yourself, Invest in Yourself. This dynamic retreat will relax your mind, nourish your body, and rejuvenate your spirits. Blending the spectrum of both challenge and contemplation, you will be moved by the lure of the mountains. Explore your femininity through meditation, movement, and creativity.  (970) 453-3813. Grab your girlfriends, or spend a weekend for yourself surrounded by inspiring amazing women!! Email: shannon@yourbreckrental.com for more info.
Upcoming Events
(e) Breckenridge Snowflake Challenge– December 6-13, 2008. Visitors and locals alike are invited to experience how snow sculpting got started in Breckenridge through a spontaneous eruption of snow art on the streets. This grass roots public art forum is open to anyone who wants to try their hand at sculpting snow. Sculptures will be on display along Main Street through the holidays. Gobreck.com; 877-593-5260 for more info.
(s) Hand & Glove– Tuesday, December 9 5-9pm is Men’s Only Shopping Night! We’re making it easy on you…whether your special someone has come in and left a wish list or you’re on the hunt for something different. Have snacks and drinks and conquer that gift challenge. The discounts will be happening! The following night, December 10 is Ladies Only and One Lucky Guy Night! Gift gloves for him, mom, girlfriends and yourself! Snacks and drinks provided. 308 S. Main Street, 970 453-0200.
(e) Lighting of Breckenridge– Saturday, December 6. Breckenridge Events throughout the day include storytelling and Holiday craft workshop at Red, White and Blue Firehouse, 316 North Main Street from 2-4pm, Free cocoa, cookies and caroling at Subway, 305 N Main Street at 4:30pm. At 5pm Santa himself will arrive at Subway and lead the procession to the Blue River Plaza at South Main and Washington where the town tree will be lit at 5:15. The procession continues to Main Street Station where John Adams will be performing from 5:30-6:30. Visit with Santa or take a photo with Santa! Photos by Breckenridge Portrait Company. Please bring one or more non-perishable food item in spoort of the Family Intercultural Resource Center. Drop off at Red, White and Blue Firehouse or Main Street Station.
