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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27
sep

Paint Paonia Opening Reception

Paint Paonia Exhibit plein-air competition Opening Reception Thursday, September 27 5-7 PM The Judge for this Competition is Tina Butterfield Professor of Art Western State Colorado University Winners of the competition will be announced and Gallery visitors will be able to vote for the "People's Choice Award" Thank You to the Kempe Foundation whose generous donation allowed us to offer 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place prizes and a student prize

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Thursday, september 27, 2018 from 5:00PM to 7:00PM
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27
sep

The Harvest of Voices Reading

September 27 7PM $15 Every year the Mountain Harvest Festival kicks off with the Harvest of Voices reading at the Blue Sage Center for the Arts. Co-sponsored by the Delta County Libraries, the Harvest of Voices celebrates the bounty of the harvest season by inviting writers from across the Western Slope to share some of their best writing. Selections include poetry, fiction, non-fiction, essays, and the occasional song. Because of the popularity of the event which fills Curtis Hall and re...

226 Grand Avenue

Thursday, september 27, 2018 from 7:00PM to 9:30PM
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06
oct

Jennings/Ellinger Duo, Works for Flute and Piano

Christina Jennings, Flute and Susan Ellinger, Piano

“Jennings has a pyrotechnic style that works magic on the ears.” Houston Press Flutist Christina Jennings is praised for her virtuoso technique, rich tone, and command of a wide range of repertoire. Christina enjoys a musical career made up of diverse performing and recording, collaborations with living composers, and work guiding young musicians. She joins Blue Sage Artistic Director and pianist Susan Ellinger in a program of works for flute and piano. Works by Mendelssohn, Prokofiev, Me...

226 Grand Avenue

Saturday, october 6, 2018 from 7:30PM to 10:00PM
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10
nov

European Wine Tour Tasting and Auction

Saturday, November 11 4-6:30 PM Sommeliers Janet Johnson & Demetri Falsone and local sommeliers Jayme Henderson & Steve Steese of The Storm Cellar will lead an instructional tasting of 16 distinctive European wines Join us for a fun and interesting European Wine Tour accompanied by a selection of cheeses from haystack Mountain Cheese Following the tasting, these wines will be auctioned off by the case as a fundraiser for the Blue Sage Center for the Arts Tickets are $50 a person you m...

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Saturday, november 10, 2018 from 4:00PM to 6:30PM
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08
dec

Colorado Mesa University Piano Trio

Colorado Mesa University Piano Trio

Artist/Faculty of Colorado Mesa University Piano Trio with Brian Krinke, Violin; Kristen Yeon-Ji Yun, Cello; Arthur Houle, Piano Works by Debussy, Glinka, Tchaikovsky and more

226 Grand Avenue

Saturday, december 8, 2018 from 7:30PM to 10:00PM

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Star Beam Studios is offering a Ballet Class for kids ages 3-5 starting on March 2!

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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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24
sep

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 p...

226 Grand Avenue

Monday, september 24, 2018 from 9:00AM to 10:00AM
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24
sep

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, september 24, 2018 from 5:30PM to 6:30PM
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24
sep

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 p...

226 Grand Avenue

Monday, september 24, 2018 from 5:30PM to 6:30PM
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25
sep

Taekwondo

TAEKWON-DO Children and adults alike can learn self-defense, improve fitness, gain confidence and most of all, HAVE FUN! Created in the late 20th century in Korea, TaeKwon-Do is one of the newest martial arts in the world. It is known for its emphasis on kicking techniques. Our class focuses on body awareness, self-control, and energetic focus. We learn patterns, foot and hand techniques, sparring, self-defense, and break boards! We teach the Chang-Hon forms as instructed by General Choi,...

226 Grand Avenue

Tuesday, september 25, 2018 from 4:00PM to 5:15PM
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25
sep

Gentle Therapeutic Movement

with Phyllis Swackhamer

Gentle Therapeutic Movement: a class for those who may have challenges with knees or hips or with gereral flexibility. Some streteches will be done seated in chairs, or using chairs for support. Some will be done standing, seated, or lying down. But stretches WILL NOT REQUIRE any seated bent-knee positions. Some Feldenkrais exercises will be included. These help build awareness of habitual neuromuscular patterns and rigidities and expand options for new ways of moving. If you are uncertain wh...

226 Grand Avenue

Tuesday, september 25, 2018
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26
sep

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

Wednesday, september 26, 2018 from 8:00AM to 9:00AM

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Years in the Valley

10000

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

Members get discounts in the Blue Sage Gallery, on event tickets and tuition, and the satisfaction of knowing they support the arts in their 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
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