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THE
POWER OF FOUR - ALL MOUNTAINS OPEN
 On
December 11th, all four of Aspen's great ski areas will be open for
the season! Aspen Mountain and Snowmass both opened with a bang on Thanksgiving
Day, and a huge winter storm accompanied those openings, dropping 25
inches of fresh powder for everyone to enjoy! Aspen Highlands and Buttermilk
will open on December 11th, and conditions on both of those mountains
look to be great! Since the great Thanksgiving storm, we've had 3 more
significant snowfalls that have helped to create a good base on all
four mountains. Come to Aspen and experience the "Power of Four!"
LAST
MINUTE PRE-CHRISTMAS SPECIAL!
Enjoy a pre-Christmas visit, and all this wonderful snow, and save!
Limited space available in a Fireplace Studio Suite at GREAT savings.
Call for details, and be ready for some terrific skiing and snowboarding!
Call 800-862-7736 today and mention the "Last
Minute Pre-Christmas Special!"
GREAT SNOW, NOW SUNSHINE!
Our early season snowfall started in early November, and we have had
a good number of storms since then. With nearly 30 inches on top of
Aspen Mountain, we are in great shape for December skiers! Just this
week, another 6 inches fell on top of Aspen Mountain, and now we have
sunny skies and uncrowded slopes. Wow, what a terrific time to be here!
LODGING
- LIFT PACKAGE SPECIALS!
Save with reduced lodging rates and lifts, when you purchase
an Aspen Square Lodging/Lift package January 3 - February 11, 2005
4 nights lodging in a Fireplace Studio Suite
3 full days skiing, all Aspen mountains
Just $670 per person
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Aspen Square Specials
Check the Aspen
Square Web Cam to see the latest weather conditions at Gondola Plaza
on Aspen Mountain.
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ASPEN
SANTA FE BALLET'S THE NUTCRACKER |
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This year Aspen Santa Fe Ballet unveils its brand new production
of the beloved holiday classic, The Nutcracker. With lavish new
scenic designs by Roger LaVoie, this production seamlessly blends
classical ballet with circus artists, traditional dances and other
unexpected surprises.
Performances are December 17, 18 and 19 at 7:30PM at the Aspen District Theatre. Tickets range from $20-$58.
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IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE |
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|  "Teacher says, 'Every time a bell rings, an angel gets his wings,'" and every time you hear those words, you remember how the story of "It's A Wonderful Life" touched you. This holiday tradition has been adapted for the stage and will be presented at the Wheeler Opera House as a new Aspen tradition!
Aspen Theatre in the Park will produce this timeless classic for four wondrous performances, commencing with a Gala Opening Night on December 21 at 7:30PM, followed by performances on December 22 at 7:00PM, and December 23 at 2:00PM and 7:00PM.
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BUDWEISER HI-FI CONCERT SERIES!
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This
winter, the BUDWEISER HI-FI CONCERT SERIES presents six live
concerts (one per month) that intersect with key events throughout
ski season. These free, outdoor, music extravaganzas generate
huge excitement among the captive audience of visitors & locals
alike, as they feature top national acts around holidays and/or
events in Aspen and Snowmass.
 The December 18 concert will feature ARI HEST in Aspen right
at the base of the mountain at 6:00PM. Other free concerts take
place on January 30, February 19, March 17 and April 10.
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STORM THE STARS |
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 The
first annual "Storm the Stars" uphill race will take
place on the evening of December 18th on Aspen Mountain, followed
by an energized "Rock the Stars" party at the Sundeck.
Local enthusiasts and regional sports junkies charge up 3000 vertical
feet to the top of the mountain using their preferred choice of
equipment. Upon finishing, they gain entry into a rocking fundraiser
from 7:00PM to 10:00PM with music, food and drink. But not to
worry, the party is open to non-hikers as well, so everyone can
join in the fun!
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ASPEN
FILMFEST ACADEMY SCREENINGS |
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 As the Oscar race heats up, December is now synonymous with the release of the year's most critically acclaimed, most eagerly anticipated movies. Since 1992, Aspen
Filmfest has been adding celluloid excitement to Aspen's winter holidays with a slate of the hottest films headlined by top directors and stars. Open to everyone, this two-week extravaganza that runs from December 19th through January 1st offers a sneak peek at some of the films everyone will be talking about come the Academy Awards.
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ASPEN
HOLIDAY CALENDAR OF EVENTS |
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Skiing and snowboarding are king in Aspen, of course; but
there is also so much going on to see, do and enjoy -- all winter
long! Special events are always part of the fun of Aspen, and
the weeks ahead are no exception. Here are some special dates
to note in December and January:
December
11: Opening Day: Aspen Highlands, Buttermilk
Mountain
December
18: Budweiser Hi-Fi Concert Series
December
18-19: POWERade® USASA Snowboard Series
December
21-23: Aspen Theatre in the Park presents It's A
Wonderful Life
January
28 & 29: Apres X Concert Series, Downtown Aspen
January
29- February 2: Winter X Games Buttermilk
January
30: A.W.O.L. in Aspen Featuring a Wall Ride and
Budweiser Hi-Fi Concert
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