(970) 527-7243  |  INFO@BLUESAGE.ORG  |  226-228 GRAND AVE, PAONIA | PO BOX 700

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    10
    dec
    Paonia’s Blue Sage Concert Series 2022

    Scott Coulter

    Scott grew up in Boulder, CO and began studying jazz piano, eventually earning a Bachelor’s degree in Jazz Piano Performance from the New England Conservatory. After graduating, Scott discovered the Hammond B3 organ, and spent the next 10 years learning the instrument he still considers to be one of humanity’s crowning 20th century achievements. As someone said to him once, “if Jesus lives, he lives inside the tone wheels of a Hammond B3!” ...

    Blue Sage Curtis Hall, 226 Grand Avenue
    Saturday, December 10, 2022 from 7:00PM to 9:00PM
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    17
    dec
    Holiday Tunes with Hillery McCalister

    Holiday Tunes with Hillery McCalister

    Saturday December 17 3pm

    Blue Sage Hall, 226 Grand Avenue
    Saturday, December 17, 2022 from 3:00PM to 4:00PM
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    01
    jan
    Black Eyed Pea

    Black Eyed Pea Community Event

    January 1 4pm Music to be Announced Soon!  

    Blue Sage Hall, 226 Grand Avenue
    Sunday, January 1, 2023 from 4:00PM to 8:00PM
  • open event
    13
    jan
    Mixed Bag Jazz Dance Night

    Dancing Night Woith Mixed Bag jazz

    January 13 7pm Let's Dance  

    Blue Sage Hall, 226 Grand Avenue
    Friday, January 13, 2023 from 7:00PM to 9:00PM
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    15
    jan
    1 Billion Rising Gallery Exhibit call for artists

    Envision and Create

    Be a part of a Global Rising to ENVISION and CREATE new ways of being, seeing, living, loving and connecting. Of raising consciousness and deepening understanding. So that our freedom, our future, is rooted in truth, love, community, earth and body. This exhibit will be one of many in Paonia. for more information on 1 Billion Rising click here.  

    Blue Sage Hall, 226 Grand Avenue
    Sunday, January 15, 2023 from 5:00PM to 8:00PM
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UPCOMING EVENTS

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The Blue Sage Center for the Arts

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.

Ongoing Classes

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  • open event
    11
    dec
    Tai Chi with Bob Cook

    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...

    Blue Sage Hall, 226 Grand Avenue
    Sun, Dec 11, 2022 from 6:00PM to 7:30PM
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    12
    dec
    Pilates

    Pilates mat class

    Mondays and Thursdays 9-10 am By donation taught by Lakshmi Van Atta

    Blue Sage Hall, 226 Grand Avenue
    Mon, Dec 12, 2022 from 9:00AM to 10:00AM
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    12
    dec
    Zumba Fitness Monday Evening 5:30pm

    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 5:30pm, Wed at 8am Where: Blue Sage Curtis Hall Instructor: Christy Eller For more information: (970) 31...

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    Mon, Dec 12, 2022 from 5:30PM to 6:30PM
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    14
    dec
    Zumba Fitness Wednesday Morning 8am

    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 5:30pm, Wed at 8am Where: Blue Sage Curtis Hall Instructor: Christy Eller For more information: (970) 31...

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    Wed, Dec 14, 2022 from 8:00AM to 9:00AM
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    14
    dec
    Art Club

    Art Workshops

    Wednesdays 3:30-5PM 2nd through 5th grades Free this workshop happens in the Blue Sage Loft - upstairs at 226 Grand Ave for more information gives us a call or email 970-527-7243  ~  info@bluesage.org

    Blue Sage Hall, 226 Grand Avenue
    Wed, Dec 14, 2022 from 3:30PM to 5:00PM
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    14
    dec
    Adult Ballet with Bekah

    Space available! Come drop in!

    Drop in any week for a ballet workout class, perfect for beginners or those with some experience.  Improve your grace and balance, while gently strengthening your legs and core.  $10/class or 5-class punch card for $40.  See the full schedule for adult and children's classes at www.northforkballet.com  

    Blue Sage Hall, 226 Grand Avenue
    Wed, Dec 14, 2022 from 6:15PM to 7:15PM
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CLASSES & WORKSHOPS

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

ART GALLERY & GIFT SHOP

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

CONCERTS & EVENTS

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

KIDS CLASSES & EVENTS

We collaborte with other non profits and local schools to provide programs, arts & more.

23

Years in the Valley

10000

Residents Served

11

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

BECOME A MEMBER

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

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!

MAKE A DONATION

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

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!

Our Foundation Sustaining Members

Anonymous, Sarah Bishop, Ed & Pam Bliss, Jim & Elaine Brett, Sharon & Randy Campbell,
Jim & Katharine Cunningham, Sam Brown & Tara Miller,
Glenn & Pat Dahlgren, Ralph & Linda D’Alessandro,
Anonymous, Mike & Barb Heck,Ulli Lange,
Scot & Eileen Milvenan, Anonymous,
Robin & Gretchen Nicholoff, Karen Ortiz & John D. Batis, Kevin & Jackie Parks,
James & Carol Schott, Robin Smith & Cynthia Wutchiett, Mary Lalli ,
Frank & Peggy Szvetecz, Marjorie True, Kathy & Greg Thompson, Mark Walsh & Kyle Hopkins

 

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I think true success is intrinsic…
It’s love. It’s kindness. It’s community.
~Tom Shadyac