WELCOME FROM THE MAYOR
Our town beats with an unmistakable pulse and a vibrant vitality. With magnetic natural
beauty at our doorstep and a thriving, engaged community of full‐time residents, our young
mountain town is full of opportunity. In Silverthorne, we’re committed to building the big lives we desire in the quaint community
we cherish. There is intention behind all we do. Our partnerships between government and
business underscore our commitment to a sustainable economy. Arts and culture are
flourishing here like never before. And our enviable access to the world‐class outdoors
recreation constantly inspires.
Welcome to the Silverthorne Pulse – a quarterly newsletter sharing community news from the
heart of Summit County. Please share this with other residents and businesses who would like
to receive the newsletter, and email us with your questions and story ideas. Sincerely,
Bruce Butler, Mayor of Silverthorne
Arts & Culture Update
Get to Know: Sean Swarner
Silverthorne is all about the arts lately,
which is no surprise, given that there’s a
13,000 square‐foot performing arts center
being constructed in the heart of
downtown. In conjunction with that bold
project, Town Council has also adopted its
first Arts and Culture Strategic Plan, which
in a short time has inspired a flurry of
efforts that are creating a more vibrant
and welcoming Silverthorne. Read more
With only one functioning lung, a
prognosis of 14 days to live, and after
being in a medically‐induced coma on
and off for a year, Sean Swarner was
the first cancer survivor to stand on
top of the world… on Mt. Everest.
Today, this inspirational speaker,
author, climber and philanthropist
chooses to call Silverthorne home.
Read more
Business Spotlight: Unity
Snowboards
Silverthorne Recreation Center:
Founded in 1995, Unity Snowboards
has carved out a niche in the
competitive world of snowboard
manufacturing. It is one of the few
The New Year is all about new beginnings
board companies in the U.S. to build
boards in its own factory, right here in
the heart of Silverthorne, allowing
Wellness in 2017
and now is the perfect time to recommit to
your personal health and fitness. The Silverthorne Recreation Center offers high
quality fitness classes for all levels
including a robust line‐up of drop‐in fitness
classes such as yoga, cycling, strength
them to make a product that is truly
unique. A hands‐on entrepreneur,
owner Pete Wurster, designs and helps
build every snowboard produced by
training, water fitness, pilates and more.
The Rec Center also offers numerous
session‐based classes including Zumba,
xtrain, yoga basics, water rehab and new
Unity in partnership with his team of
roughly six craftsmen. The unity team
crafts about 1,000 boards annually
and continues to grow.
for 2017, arial yoga! For more information on passes, class
times and facilities, visit silverthorne.org.
Read more
TOWN BEGINS SEARCH FOR DOWNTOWN DEVELOPER The Town of Silverthorne has issued a Request for Proposals for the development of
a key parcel in the heart of the community and the future of downtown
Silverthorne. “The Town has worked closely with Town Council, private landowners, businesses
and residents to create a community‐supported vision for our downtown, including
pedestrian‐friendly shops, restaurants, businesses and potentially residential
spaces,” said Mayor Bruce Butler. “The opportunity to develop property that will
define the identity and character of an entire mountain town for decades to come
is rare, and that’s just the opportunity we have in Silverthorne today.”
READ MORE
QUICK LINKS
SILVERTHORNE PULSE BLOG LAUNCHES
In addition to this quarterly newsletter, our website recently got a makeover and we launched
a new blog also called the Silverthorne Pulse. Be sure to take a look, and come back often to
learn about your neighbors, local businesses, fun events and activities, and more.
2017 BUSINESS GRANT APPLICATION
The Town of Silverthorne’s ability to provide quality municipal services and infrastructure to
the Silverthorne community is directly related to the economic success of the local business
community. In order to assist the Town in meeting goals outlined in the Town’s Economic
Development Element, the Town introduced the Silverthorne Business Grant Program in 2012.
The program awards $40,000 available in grant funds. More information and applications can
be found on the town's website here. SILVERTHORNE BUSINESSES HONORED BY SUMMIT CHAMBER
The Town of Silverthorne was honored in two distinct categories during the Summit Chamber’s
Annual Kaiser Permanente Business Excellence Awards, held January 26 at the Silverthorne
Pavilion. The Town was named runner‐up in both the Best Place to Work and Champion for
Workplace Wellness categories. Several Silverthorne area businesses were also honored during
the awards, including Red Buffalo Coffee, Sunshine Cafe, Baker's Brewery and Sauce on the
Blue. Read more.
‐ FEATURED EVENTS ‐
There’s something for everyone in Silverthorne this winter.
Father/Daughter Date Night
Friday, February 10 | 7:00 ‐ 9:00 p.m.
A special night just for Dads and Daughters!
Fun includes a DJ spinning up tunes for an
evening of dancing, a dessert bar, photo
booth, goody bags, door prizes and memories
with Dad and friends. READ MORE
Annual Valentine’s Day Comedy Show
Tuesday, February 14 | 7:00 p.m.
A Valentine’s Day tradition, national comedy acts come to Silverthorne for a one‐night
engagement at the Pavilion. READ MORE
Colorado Pond Hockey Tournament
February 17 ‐ 19
The Pabst Colorado Pond Hockey
Tournament is the largest pond hockey event
west of the Mississippi, drawing 150 teams
and roughly 900 players from 45 states.
Spectator viewing for all games is free and
open to the public. READ MORE
Pabst Blue Ribbon Pond Hockey Tournament Après Ice Party
Saturday, February 18 | 8:00 p.m. ‐ 12:00 a.m.
Join the players from the Pabst Blue Ribbon Pond Hockey Tournament for this rocking après
ice party! READ MORE
Moonlight Snowshoe at Angler Mountain
Saturday, March 11 | 6:00 ‐ 9:00 p.m.
An evening snowshoe under the stars along
Silverthorne’s Angler Mountain Trail. After
the snowshoe, gather around the fire pit at
North Pond Park for s’mores and warm
drinks.
This is a free event. For more information
call 970.262.7370. READ MORE
Jim Brewer Stand‐Up Tour Comes to Silverthorne
Thursday, March 30 | 8:00 p.m.
Named by Comedy Central as one of the 100
Greatest Stand‐Ups of All‐Time, legendary
comedian and SNL veteran, JIM BREUER, is
bringing his wildly popular stand‐up comedy
tour to the Silverthorne Pavilion on March 30. Tickets start at $20.00 with a limited number of
VIP tickets available for $35.00, which include a
meet and greet.
Tickets are available by calling 970.262.7370. 50 YEARS YOUNG ‐ DID YOU KNOW?
In 2017 the Town of Silverthorne will celebrate its 50th anniversary. In honor of this golden
celebration, we will include a trivia question in each newsletter throughout the year. If you
know the answer, email us for the chance to win an I Art Silverthorne t‐shirt.
Question: What Silverthorne business served as the community's one‐stop shop, offering fuel,
propane, snacks and magazines, beer and other adult beverages and hunting supplies including
guns and ammo, and also served as a barber shop?
Email your answers to [email protected].
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