Cultivating and encouraging the
vitality of our community

A nonprofit organization located in Paonia, Colorado, the Blue Sage Center for the Arts is dedicated to providing community members with opportunities to create and experience art in all its forms. We offer a variety of expressive mediums – from classical to jazz and world music concerts, creative writing contest and readings – to suit the needs and interests of an increasingly diverse and artistic community. Today the Blue Sage serves about 10,000 residents of the North Fork Valley annually through classes, events, gallery exhibits, venue rentals and arts outreach into local schools.

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Upcoming Events

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15
dec

A Christmas Story Reading

Newly Formed Theatre Group Performs Reading with KVNF live stream When: Saturday, December 15, 7 PM Donations Accepted For more information contact the Blue Sage: :

226 Grand Avenue

Saturday, december 15, 2018 from 7:00PM to 9:00PM
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27
jan

MATINEE SERIES – The Spanish Guitar

Matinee Series with Javier de los Santos, Guitar

Sunday MATINEE Series with Javier de los Santos, Guitar The Spanish Guitar The concert series pays tribute to the music of Spain with a sizzling program that includes works by Rodrigo, Albeniz and more with internationally renowned guitar virtuoso, Javier de los Santos. General Admission Tickets $8.00 Inquire about student scholarship tickets at the gallery during business hours, Tues through Sat 12-4.

226 Grand Avenue

Sunday, january 27, 2019 3:00PM
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28
jan

Convergence: Words and Images from the West Elks, A Writing and Photography Contest

Call for Submissions

Submissions Open November 1, 2018 Show us your work! Convergence: Words and Images from the West Elks hosts an annual writing and photography contest. This contest provides the opportunity for writers of all genres and photographers, amateur and professional, to showcase their work. The winning photographs will be displayed in the Blue Sage Gallery during the month of July, and selected winning writers will read their works at an event the evening of June 28, 2019. Every winning entry will...

226 Grand Avenue

Monday, january 28, 2019
open event

01
mar

Modern Music Festival with Hub New Music: ‘Matsuri’

featuring Hub New Music Ensemble

Hub New Music Ensemble with Kojiro Umezaki (of Yo Yo Ma’s Silk Road Ensemble), Shakuhachi Flute and Susan Ellinger, Piano The ensemble’s name is inspired by the notion that a hub is a center of innovation. With a unique instrumentation of flute, clarinet, violin, and cello, Hub has been praised for performances that are “elegant and exacting” (The Boston Globe). The ensemble are also passionate educators whose approach to teaching places contemporary music within the context of a centuries o...

226 Grand Avenue

Friday, march 1, 2019 from 7:30PM to 10:00PM
open event

02
mar

Modern Music Festival with Hub New Music: ‘Soul House’

Modern Music Festival with Hub New Music: 'Soul House'

Hub New Music Ensemble with Kojiro Umezaki (of Yo Yo Ma’s Silk Road Ensemble), Shakuhachi Flute and Susan Ellinger, Piano The ensemble’s name is inspired by the notion that a hub is a center of innovation. With a unique instrumentation of flute, clarinet, violin, and cello, Hub has been praised for performances that are “elegant and exacting” (The Boston Globe). The ensemble are also passionate educators whose approach to teaching places contemporary music within the context of a centuries o...

226 Grand Avenue

Saturday, march 2, 2019 from 7:30PM to 10:00PM

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European Wine Tasting and Auction

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CLASSES & WORKSHOPS

Dance, yoga, art, tai chi... the opportunities offered to our small community are many and varied.

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ART GALLERY & GIFT SHOP

Rotating exhibits of unique artwork from the Western Slope and fine creative gifts from local artisans.

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CONCERTS & EVENTS

Your venue for local events like the Concert Series, Black Eyed Pea Jubilee, Harvest of Voices & more.

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KIDS CLASSES & EVENTS

This summer we offered the Arts4All program, free orchestra, film editing, circus arts & more

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Ongoing Classes

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open event

14
dec

Zumba Fitness

with Christy Eller

You never had so much fun getting fit! Upbeat dance music and Latin inspired moves will make you smile. Come dance with us! Zumba Fitness® is a Latin-inspired dance-fitness program that blends red-hot international music, created by Grammy Award-winning producers, and contagious steps to form a "fitness-party" that is downright addictive. Wear dance or athletic shoes. When: Mon at 9am & 5:30pm, Wed at 8am, Fri at 8am Instructor: Christy Eller For more information: (970) 314-1840 Cost...

226 Grand Avenue

Friday, december 14, 2018 from 8:00AM to 9:00AM
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14
dec

Country Line Dancing

with Brian Burkhardt

Improve balance, coordination, strength and cognition. An introductory line dance class in a safe and fun environment. For all ages When: Fridays at 10 am Instructor: Brian Burkhardt PT, DPT For more information: 704-651-3190 Cost per class: suggested $5 donation

226 Grand Avenue

Friday, december 14, 2018 from 10:00AM to 11:00AM
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16
dec

Tai Chi/Qi Gong

with Bob Cook

Taoist breathing methods, meditation, stretching, strengthening and spinal energy flow techniques are taught for a natural way to personal health care, body, mind and energy balancing. Emphasis is placed on health, longevity, graceful dance-like form, positive mental attitude, and non-aggressive self-defense. Bob Cook graduated from the San Francisco College of Chinese Medicine, is a certified acupressure therapist, has been a student of martial arts, oriental and natural health practices for...

226 Grand Avenue

Sunday, december 16, 2018
open event

17
dec

Beginner’s Zumba

with Christy Eller

You never had so much fun getting fit! Upbeat dance music and Latin inspired moves will make you smile. Come dance with us! Zumba Fitness® is a Latin-inspired dance-fitness program that blends red-hot international music, created by Grammy Award-winning producers, and contagious steps to form a "fitness-party" that is downright addictive. Wear dance or athletic shoes. When: Mon at 9am Other Classes: Mon & 5:30pm, Wed at 8am, Fri at 8am Instructor: Shannon Black For more information: (9...

226 Grand Avenue

Monday, december 17, 2018 from 9:00AM to 10:00AM
open event

17
dec

Kid’s Ballet with Bekah

withBekah Scalero

$40/month,Bekah Scalero northforkballet@gmail.com When: Mon at 4pm & 5pm, Instructor: Bekah Scalero For more information: northforkballet@gmail.com Cost per class: $40/m

226 Grand Avenue

Monday, december 17, 2018 from 4:00PM to 5:00PM
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17
dec

Zumba at Night

with Christy Eller

You never had so much fun getting fit! Upbeat dance music and Latin inspired moves will make you smile. Come dance with us! Zumba Fitness® is a Latin-inspired dance-fitness program that blends red-hot international music, created by Grammy Award-winning producers, and contagious steps to form a "fitness-party" that is downright addictive. Wear dance or athletic shoes. When: Mon 5:30- 6:30pm, (Zumba also happens Wed & Fri at 8am) Instructor: Christy Eller For more information: (970) ...

226 Grand Avenue

Monday, december 17, 2018 from 5:30PM to 6:30PM

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Years in the Valley

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Residents Served

Board & Staff Members

WHAT THEY SAY ABOUT US…

"This is the artistic hub of the North Fork Valley. The programs are diverse and designed to serve all ages and interests. It is a wonderful historic space that houses a performance center and gallery with room in back for small classes. If you're in the area, this place is a must see."
Mary
An awesome multi-functional community space and gallery and arts center. Always great staff, great art, great classes, and great events.
Jack
"The Blue Sage is a hub of arts, music, events and community. Great wood dance-floor, nice local charm. Friendly Staff."
Aaron

2018/19 Blue Sage Concert Series!

Austin Piazzola Quintet, duos for Flute and Piano, Kojiro Umezaki of Yo Yo Ma’s Silk Road Ensemble, Violinist Francisco Fullana – 2018 Avery Fisher Career Grant Recipient, and MUCH more.

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2018/19 SEASON TICKETS Available Now!

BECOME A MEMBER

The satisfaction of knowing you support the art and humanities in your community.

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VOLUNTEER

So many things you can do to help… take tickets in return for free entry, help us clean up after an event, join a committee…. plus you’ll meet the nicest folks around!

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MAKE A DONATION

Your donations help us do things like keep the building maintained, purchase new equipment and make scholarships available to local kids.

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JOIN THE BOARD

Our Board members keep the Blue Sage alive year after year. If creative decision making and organizational efficiency are your strengths, WE NEED YOU!

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Cultivating and encouraging the
vitality of our community