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Sprazzo
Roxy's Aesthetics
Bethel Party Rentals
Thunder River 93.5
Aspen Business Connect
We are a premier social club where professionals join to get to know each other and stay abreast of businesses in our valley. Our directory is a curated collection of businesses we know, trust, and are proud to recommend. The people and companies you'll find here have been referred by clients, experienced firsthand, or invited because of their reputation and the value they bring to our community. It has become a trusted resource where residents, second-home owners, and visitors discover the businesses and professionals they need with confidence.
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Tips From Local Businesses
The best advice never comes from a brochure; it comes from the locals. We're not giving away our secret powder stashes or fishing holes, but we will let you know where the real vibe is hiding. Just don't tell everyone... once the crowds show up, we're already on to the next spot.
Noteworthy
Sprazzo, Carbondale now offers a boutique hotel on its second floor. Featuring the Red Hill and Sopris guest rooms, the accommodations cater to both leisure travelers and local staycationers.
Health & Wellness
High Rockies Harm Reduction (HRHR) rolls out services across the Valley and beyond. Mugsy Seldeen, the executive director of the nonprofit, greets clients without judgement, sliding open the side door of one of the sleek new Ford Transits to invite them in for care. Based in Carbondale.
Pop-Ups
Some of the best parties during Food & Wine weekend don’t require a pass at all. Visit our calendar to find tastings, pop-ups and brand events hosted by companies pouring everything from French rosés to premium tequilas. These gatherings range from intimate to raucous, and often the vibe is “the more the merrier.”
Food & Beverage
The Grog Shop has free ice and free delivery on all orders over $75.00. They also have free sandwiches! Monday-Saturday from 2:00-7:00pm in the Aspen core.
Adventures
Get into our back country with a knowledgeable guide.. Go rock climbing with Aspen Expeditions or navigate our rivers with Aspen Kayak Academy, There is so much to explore - but we want you to keep it safe.
Calendar
FREE FITNESS ON THE RINK - summer classes are back, baby, and guess who is teaching the pilates class on Sunday mornings? Lauren Kaufman!! Co-Owner of Tonic Method. Lauren is the best, but she's not easy, I know, I took her classes religiously in Basalt for an entire year. This Saturday & Sunday on the Rink from 9-10am for epic workouts with incredible instructors with TAC Fitness and Tonic Method. Also: TAC has a new studio in the heart of Snowmass Base Village.
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