August News from the Town of Silverthorne

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Aug. 23, 2023

Discover Hiking in Silverthorne

Hiking Ptarmigan

Summertime is bustling in Silverthorne, and our trailheads are no exception. Whether you're after a leisurely stroll or an adrenaline-pumping summit, our trails have you covered. Explore the Dillon Ranger District website for a complete list of hikes in the area.

To make the most of your experience, consider visiting during the early hours or later in the day. For a seamless journey, hop on the free Summit Stage – your ticket to hassle-free access. If the trailhead parking lot is full, do not park on town streets. Parking on town streets is prohibited. Vehicles will be ticketed and towed.

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Kathy Thaden

Artist Spotlight: Kathy Thaden

Kathy Thaden’s award-winning mosaics have been exhibited across North America – and can now be seen at the Silverthorne Performing Arts Center (SPAC). Kathy's mosaics range from abstracts to liturgical wall hangings and commissioned works.

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North Pond Park and Buffalo Mtn View

Where Art Meets Adventure

How well do you know Silverthorne? Explore everything the heart of Summit County has to offer this weekend. Check out the Silverthorne Bucket list and check off as many things as you can!

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Sara Rodriguez Theater SilCo

Silverthorne Stories: Sara Rodríguez

Born in Venezuela, longtime Montrealer, polyglot and travel lover, Sara first came to Summit County in the spring of 2020 as a teaching artist and has since made Silverthorne and Theater SilCo her home.

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New SPAC Mural

Walking Art Tour

Take a tour of all the public art exhibits around Silverthorne with direction from the walking art tour map. View the murals along the Blue River Trail, around 4th Street Crossing and check out the sculptures outside the Silverthorne Performing Arts Center. 

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Upcoming Events

September First Friday Concert with Tab Benoit 

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Friday, Sept. 1 at Rainbow Park 
Join the Town of Silverthorne for an end of summer celebration at September First Friday! Head to Rainbow Park on Friday, Sept. 1 from 5:30 to 9 p.m. for a free concert from blues musician Tab Benoit and opening act The Rumble, along with tons of free kid's activities. 


Artist Reception

Art Spot Tour

Tuesday, Aug. 29 at the Silverthorne Performing Arts Center
Join the Town of Silverthorne for an artist reception from 4 to 6 p.m. honoring our 2023 Exhibiting Artists! The reception will include live music, food from Mountain Melt Food Truck and a cash bar. Following the reception, don’t miss Theatre SilCo’s show Baskerville starting at 6:30 p.m.


Wildflower Nature School Open House

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Tuesday, Aug. 29 at the Wildflower Nature School
Join the Town of Silverthorne for the open house and ribbon cutting of the Wildflower Nature School in Silverthorne from 4 to 6 p.m.

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Front desk Recreation Center renovation

Silverthorne Recreation Center Closed Sept. 5 through Sept. 24

The Silverthorne Recreation Center will be closed Sept. 5 through Sept. 24, reopening Sept. 25, as demolition begins for Phase 2 of the renovation project. The Breckenridge Recreation Center will accept Silverthorne Recreation Center members during the closure. Please note, the Breckenridge Recreation Center Aquatics Area will also be closed for renovation during the Silverthorne closure and will not be available.

Phase 2 will include:

  • Complete renovation of the men's and women's locker rooms including lockers, tile, plumbing fixtures, lighting, mechanical and plumbing.
  • Replacement of gymnasium wood floor (basketball courts). The gymnasium wood floor will be fully closed August through October, exact reopening date to be announced.
  • Gymnastics programming has been temporarily relocated to The Outlets, see the Silverthorne Recreation Center front desk for details.

Please note that Phase 2 construction work will continue after the Sept. 5 to Sept. 24 closure with an anticipated reopening date of the men’s and women’s locker rooms in January 2024.

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Retail Space Art Spot

Call for Art for the Retail Space

The Town of Silverthorne is seeking local artists to display and sell their work in the retail space at the Art Spot Silverthorne Makerspace. The Art Spot retail space is a dedicated platform for local artists to exhibit and sell their work making it a perfect venue to reach art enthusiasts, collectors, and appreciators.

Applications are due by August 28 at noon.

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Art Spot Opening

Silverthorne Art Board Seeking Members

The Town of Silverthorne seeks community members to fill one opening on the Art Board and three openings on the Events Committee. Members will help guide Silverthorne’s emerging arts scene and support the goals of the Arts and Culture Strategic Plan.

Those interested in serving on the Art Board or the Events Committee must submit a letter of interest to be considered for appointment.

Letters of interest are due September 14 at noon.

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Do Exit 205 Right: Mountain Travel

Mountain View

Leave the driving to someone else this summer by using transit options such as Bustang or Pegasus, which can take you from Denver Union Station or the Denver Federal Center in Lakewood to the Frisco Transit Center, then take the Summit Stage to Silverthorne, or use Uber and Lyft. Learn more about the many options available to get from the Denver metro area to the mountains at www.GoI70.com/transit.

Do Exit 205 Right