They range from humble to haute and include exciting events, festivals, and performances as well as dining, shopping and playing at various treasured spots, shops & institutions.

This week we're looking forward to...

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1) On Wednesday, September 16, come to the premiere of The Edge of Never at the Vilar Center. Presented by the Vail Symposium, this poignant and touching documentary chronicles the journey of Kye Peterson, son of extreme-skiing legend Trevor Peterson, as he attempts to tackle the run that took his father's life in Chamonix, France. It's been described as "a ripping adventure tale of a young man coming of age," and we can't wait to see it. Visit the Symposium's website for more information.

- William A. Kerig's The Edge of Never (Watch Video)

- Trailer: The Edge of Never (Watch Video)

- Vail Film Festival: Tim Daily (Watch Video)

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2) Do you think of yourself as a gearhead? Well head on over to the return of the Colorado Grand Car Rally on Friday, September 18 at Lionshead Village. There are usually over 100 registered cars at the event, always with a fair share of the crowd-pleasers like Ferrari, Maserati, and Zagato. There's a traditional dinner the night before, and even an auction at the end of the event benefiting many local charities.

- Cordillera's Porsche Winter Driving School (Watch Video)

- The Need For Speed (Watch Video)

3) Get out there and experience the beautiful fall weather and go for a hike with the Vail Nature Center, on Monday, September 14 from 8:30 a.m. till 1:30 p.m. This half-day adult hike features naturalists from the Nature Center who will tell you all about our local ecosystems & wildlife, and is a little bit easier than the full-day hikes. Admission is $25 for Vail Recreation District residents, and $30 for non-District residents.

- The Vail Nature Center (Watch Video)

- Mushroom Hike with Bill Windsor (Watch Video)

- A Walking Tour of Colorado Wildflowers (Watch Video)

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4) Enjoy the last Vail Farmers Market of the summer with Kelly Liken's Summer Harvest Dinner. On Sunday, September 20, come for the 3 course dinner, right in Kelly's backyard, featuring the best local produce right from the Market, and stay for the great conversation you're sure to have with other locals who are big on local veggies! For reservations or more information, call Kelly at (970)-479-0175.

- In Season With Kelly Liken (Watch Videos)

5) And if you're feeling inspired by Kelly's home cooking, be sure to check out The Vail Symposium's What's Cooking at 50 Spruce: Local Chefs, Local Food on Monday, September 14 from 5:30-8:30 p.m. This week will feature Todd Rymer of the Vail-Eagle Colorado College Culinary Institute speaking about making your own pasta and fresh pasta sauces, which is perfect for the cold weather that's headed our way.

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If you attend any of these things, please report back to us with your thoughts on our suggestions and photos of your adventures! We want the good & the bad!

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Ideas for next week? e-mail Mike @ editors@plumtv.com