FILM

The Epic of Everest (1924) – July 18

Featuring live musical accompaniment by Hank Troy, piano

Captain John Noel was the official photographer on the 1924 British Expedition to Mount Everest, famed for the tragic loss of mountaineers George Mallory and Andrew Irvine. This epic expedition sparked an on-going debate over whether they did indeed reach the summit. Filming in brutally harsh conditions with a hand-cranked camera, Captain John Noel captured the vulnerability, isolation and courage of people trekking up the most famous mountain in the world. Watch the trailer here. Wednesday, July 18. 7:30 PM. Chautauqua Auditorium. Buy tickets online.

MUSIC

Colorado Music Festival

Get your weekend started early with two evenings of “Scheherazade,” featuring the return of maestro Jean-Marie Zeitouni. Friday’s performance is a concert experience – remixed. This hour-long (intermission free) concert starts at 6:30 PM, so you’ll still have time to go out for post-concert dinner and drinks! On Saturday, enjoy an evening of chamber music featuring Colorado Music Festival’s world-class orchestra, and on Sunday, Beethoven’s powerful and volcanic “Eroica” symphony.

• Thursday, July 19: Scheherazade
• Friday, July 20: Fresh Fridays – Scheherazade
• Saturday, July 21: American Strings
• Sunday, July 22: Beethoven’s “Eroica” Symphony

View the complete list of Colorado Music Festival events at Chautauqua here. Purchase tickets online here.

FAMILY EVENTS

Irish Tales along the Trails – July 21 – August 5

Looking for a healthy and fun way to get the whole family up and moving? Arts in the Open hikes fuse nature with live performance, inviting audiences to enjoy the best of what Chautauqua has to offer. Running weekends through August 5, take the family on a whimsical adventure to the Emerald Isle with “Irish Tales along the Trails.” July 21 – August 5. 10:00 AM. Chautauqua Picnic Shelter. Buy tickets online – these hikes typically sell out!

Xperiment

Incorporating a truly entertaining blend of magic, science and physical comedy, this family-friendly performance explores experimentation in both science and the arts. Gather the kids and join Pia the clown as she valiantly attempts to conduct a variety of experiments which lead to mischief and mayhem. Saturday, August 4. 2:00 PM. Chautauqua Community House. Buy tickets online.

LODGING

Get away to Chautauqua this summer!

Front Range fans, want to get away this summer without traveling long distances? Join us for a staycation and rejuvenate amidst the natural beauty of your local National Historic Landmark. Enjoy inspiring views of the Flatirons, front door access to Boulder’s famous hiking trails, onsite cultural programming, tranquil accommodations and soul-nourishing cuisine at the Dining Hall.

Available in studio, one, two or three-bedroom configurations to meet your needs, each cottage has its own charm and features a fully equipped kitchen and screened-in front porch. All accommodations are television, phone and smoke free.

Learn more about our cottages and lodges here. Minimum night stays may apply. For reservations, call 303.952.1611, or click here to reserve online.

CHAUTAUQUA DINING HALL

Happy Hour and Midday specials

Sit back, relax and enjoy menu favorites at a discounted price. Choose from a delicious variety of flatbreads, salad, burgers, and more. Served daily from 3–6 PM. View the full happy hour/midday menu here.

For reservations, click here or call 303.440.3776.

MEMBERSHIP

Board of Directors election now underway – Vote today!

Online voting for the 2018 Colorado Chautauqua Association (CCA) Board of Directors is now open. Current members, please refer to the email from election administrator Garrett Peters for your unique login information and a link to the ballot. Election closes on Monday, July 23 at 2:00 p.m. MST. For the complete 2018 election schedule, click here.

Annual Meeting of the Members – July 23

Please join us at the Annual Meeting of the Colorado Chautauqua Association on Monday, July 23rd at 4:30 p.m. New board members will be announced, current projects and future plans will be discussed, and all present can comment and ask questions of the board. New for this year, Jerilyn DeCoteau will be making a special keynote speech about the Welcome the Arapaho People Home project. Read more about Jerilyn and what her speech will entail here.