They'll range from humble to haute and include shopping, drinking, sunning, and playing at various treasured spots and shops.

This week we're looking forward to...

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EXPERIENCE

1) Take a trip through time and enjoy "Imagine...A Beatles Tribute Band". This foursome, with their convincing Liverpool accents, authentic costumes and faithful Beatles covers, is well worth the $25/person price! This not-to-be-missed performance begins at 8pm on Thursday, July 2 at the historic Sheridan Opera House.

- Watch More Fantastic Performances from The Sheridan Opera House (Watch Video)

2) Celebrate Independence Day the Telluride way! Enjoy the parade down main street, a community picnic in town park, and of course...FIREWORKS! Feeling parched after the parade? Head over to Telluride Historical Museum for a free old-fashioned root beer float, and free admission into the museum all day.

- Plum's Coverage of the 2008 4th of July Parade (Watch Video)

- Ramona Bruland Interviews Telluride's Veterans at the 2008 4th of July Parade (Watch Video)

3) Satisfy your art indulgence! Telluride Plein Air starts on Monday, June 29 & runs through Saturday, July 4. Watch some of the most talented plein-air artists as they capture the breathtaking views of Telluride. On Friday, July 3 and Saturday, July 4, Elks and Park and the courtyard in front of the Sheridan Opera House are reserved for a sale of the pieces created during the week.

- 2008 Plein Air Celebration: Five Days of Passionate Art (Watch Video)

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PLAY

4) Hike Bear Creek Trail! This beautiful hike is 5 miles up and back and takes you to the Falls in upper Bear Creek. This trail has a gentle and consistent elevation gain of 1050 feet.

- Telluride Trails: Bear Creek Falls (Watch Video)

- Plum's Guide to Spring & Summer Hiking in Telluride

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SAVOR

5) Go check out The Cosmopolitan! This unique and elegant restaurant was at one time a grand saloon in Telluride's mining days. Enjoy many delicious specials from chef Chad Scothorn, and stop by during happy hour at the beautiful cherry wood bar and have a cosmopolitan & calamari for only $12.00. Check out the menu.

- Map & Directions to The Cosmopolitan

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