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) Get off the beaten path at this year's Rotary 4x4 Rally. From Friday, July 24 through Sunday, July 26, tag along for a guided 4x4 tour over Black Bear Pass, Governor's Basin, Poughkeepsie Gulch, and Imogene Pass! All levels of driving ability are welcome. Enjoy the company & food on Friday with a welcome cocktail party from 5-8 p.m., and a BBQ on Saturday evening from 6-8 p.m. Watch as Plum's Ben Clark makes his way up Imogene Pass in his own 4x4 excursion:

- Fourwheeling Up Imogene Pass with Ben Clark (Watch Video)

2) Telluride skies are perfect for stargazing! Meet at 6 p.m. on Thursday, July 23 at the The Suede Bar at Capella in Mountain Village for a meet & greet with visiting astronomers, then head up to the hilltops to stargaze while the astronomers educate you on the celestials sights!

3) Experience the artistic side of Telluride, while having fun and supporting a worthy cause! The Ah Haa Art Auction is having it's annual fundraiser for the Ah Haa Art School on Friday, July 24th. This fundraiser sells art objects, trips and services in both a silent auction and a fast-paced live auction. Come dressed as your favorite pop artist! Watch Plum's coverage of last years Ah Haa Art Auction:

- 2008 Ah Haa Art Auction (Watch Video)

4) Put on your dancing shoes and head on down to the historic Sheridan Opera House for the Telluride Americana Music Festival. Experience a mix of folk, rock & roll, blues, and country with featured artists Shannon Whitworth, Slaid Cleave, and Eric Bibb. For more information, visit Telluride Americana.

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PLAY

5) Softball playoffs started last week! Come get your last bits of competition, fun, and sun in Telluride Town Park. Watch as these intense A leaguers and the frivolous B leaguers battle it out for the coveted trophy! After the game, head down to Last Dollar Saloon and a grab cold one!

- Telluride Softball Moments (Watch Video)

- Map & Directions for Last Dollar Saloon

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