The Steamboat Scoop

Moxie!

Well I had the pleasure of checking out Steamboat's newest design/consign shop and had to share my enthusiasm for this new furniture outpost.  

MOXIE - Steamboat Home Consign & Design

moxie definition

[ˈmɑksi] 

1. n. 
   energy; spunk; spirit. :
2. (a new store in Steamboat filled with fabulous finds!)

Green tea body butter - a must have for our ultra dry Colorado skin.  Fabulous anti oxidants compliments of green tea.  And any product that's tagline is "USE DAILY FOR A BOLD AND DARING LIFE" has my vote!

And for that extra "junk in your trunk" - check out these gorgeous mock crock trunks.  I'm in organizing mode this mudseason and these trunks look like the perfect spot for all of the miscellaneous toys that have taken over my living room!

And this was the reason I went into Moxie in the first place.  I'm in the market for an inexpensive yet stylish couch for my office.  This tufted velvet number is at the top of my list - and there's a second one still there!  Both are 15% off of their already highly discounted price.

I fell head over heels for these note pads.  The bottom of each pad has inspiring quotes for your kids, friends or your spouse.  Great little perforated quotes that you can slip into a lunch box, under a pillow or on the front seat of someone's car for some extra love for your loved ones.  Favorite quote for my kiddos, "Be who you are and say what you feel, because those who mind don't matter and those who matter, don't mind."  Dr. Seuss

I grabbed a stack of these adorable hand made hilarious cards.  I always seem to be scrounging around for birthday and thank you cards, so now I've got my stash.  Although, they're so cute, I really am going to have a hard time giving them away!  

And last but certainly not least (at least not in MY book, as these are my favorites), the super funny wine tags.  Because when I go to a party and am handed a glass with some random wine trinket - I never remember if I'm red, blue or the dancer or whatever.  But I know I would never forget which glass was mine if I was "CAPTAIN AWESOME" or "SHOOGIE WOOGIE" "SUGAR MAMA" or "GOOGLY BEAR".  I'm guessing these might be a great ice breaker for those vino events where your guests might not be well acquainted.  But having "BIG DADDY" or "LOVE MUFFIN" hanging around the stem of your glass might really get the partAY started.  

 

MOXIE

1855 Shield Drive

(the old Sears building)

Steamboat Springs, CO  80487

970-879-9866

www.steamboatmoxie.com

 

Cheers--

Lizzie Larock

owner, Old Town Pub & Restaurant - downtown - 6th & Lincoln.  This is not your usual pub grub, but you'll love it!  

February First Friday Artwalk

 

 
As a huge supporter of the Arts in Steamboat, I'm disappointed to say that I can't find one area (that's up to date) that lists ALL of the openings for this month's first Friday artwalk.  There are amazing galleries in our little town and the First Friday Artwalk is my favorite monthly gathering of art patrons and artists.  

So I'll just throw in a few highlights for tonight and my apologies to the many other participants who aren't included in this post.  I'm going to make a point to make sure that I'm able to get all of the information for next month's first Friday blog post.  The first Friday artwalk site has the map and all of the usual participants, but what's showing where is going to be a surprise for all of us, which should be fun. 

 
I'm so excited in particular, for the show at K Saari gallery.  I had the huge pleasure of meeting Ann Murphy last summer when she had a show at the Depot and now she's actually MOVED to Steamboat!  From Brooklyn, New York to Brooklyn in Steamboat (no, I'm not kidding ;-)).  I saw her at the library the other day and was reminded of her amazing creativity and how lucky we are to now have this calibre of an artist now right here residing in Steamboat.  I thought her main medium was painting, but, low and behold, she's a talented sculptor as well.  

photo courtesy of Ann B. Murphy

 

So get your Alfred Hitchcock on and meet me at the K Saari Gallery tonight, Friday, February 4, 2011 5-7pm to see these amazing birds by Ann B. Murphy.

I'll also be heading over to the Wild Horse Gallery to see my dear friend, Cate Potyen's, jewelry preview trunk show.  I'll have Matt with me, so I might drop some hints for Valentine's Day (as suggested in the invitation)...

 

And after the First Friday Artwalk, I'm having a lovely date night with my hubby at one of our favorite high end Steamboat restaurants, Bistro c.v.  No, I probably won't be ordering this adorable burger, but I loved the photo and HAD to use it.  I certainly eat a lot of burgers in my primary career of owning Old Town Pub.  But Bistro CV has fabulous food and amazing wine.  We've known chef/owner Brian Vaughn for at least 14 years and he's an exemplary chef.  

 

Oh yeah and then we need to get home early and get a good night's sleep so that we can take our 5 year old twins to all the fun and fanfare of the 98th annual Steamboat Springs Winter Carnival.  Check out the Good Morning America coverage of the 96th annual Winter Carnival right here:

 

 

 

I look forward to seeing you out and about this weekend.  As always, don't forget to visit The Old Town Pub during your Steamboat vacation.  We're located right at 6th & Lincoln (where all of the winter carnival street events are happening).  We've got tons of live music and superbowl fun.  For more information on happenings this weekend at Old Town Pub click here.

Tell everyone the Steamboat Scoop sent you!

Lizzie Larock

The Steamboat Scoop (er)

 

Steamboat Stocking Stuffers

It's December 16th and my Christmas shopping is FINALLY winding down.  But after weeks of cruising Mainstreet and buying/making presents from everyone in my extended families (including cats & dogs), I always seem to forget about stocking stuffers!  Now I know Santa is supposed to take care of the bulk of what fills our stockings, but here are a couple of suggestions for more grown up gifts for everyone on your list.

A foot massage!  What better way to treat your feet (and play along with the "stocking" theme) than to get someone you love (or like A LOT) the most decadent foot massage you'll ever have in your life!  Trust me - it's fabulous. 

You can do a straight treat your feet only or about for the half feet/half back treatment or a number of variations.  My husband prefers the foot massage only - I jumped on the table and got some shoulder issues worked out as well - phenomenal!

And they encourage relaxing and enjoying your post massage immensely with a delicious cup of tea.  I love relaxing in the chair, not worrying that a massage therapist is waiting for me outside the door.  It's a great time to reflect and savor.  Oh and look at the funky fish tanks and (my personal favorite) the super cool underwater Buddha...

Royal Foot Massage & Reflexology

970-879-6362

Central Park Plaza - next to the dollar store

BTW the best part is you DON"T need an appointment.  Walk ins are the norm.  So if your feet hurt and you feel like indulging yourself for 50 minutes, just stroll on in and they'll have you seated, heated and soaking those tired paws within just a few minutes. 

The perfect apres ski (boot) spot in Steamboat!

Ok I know the OTP photo is hokey - I just couldn't resist, though!

Oh and, of course, don't forget about Old Town Pub gift cards for stocking stuffers as well.  Since you can't stuff a brewski or a delicious 1/2 pound burger (or a slooow cooked prime rib, or buffalo short ribs or our mini sliders, beignets) in a stocking (without really frustrating the recipient), you can stuff their stocking with a fully loaded OTP gift card.  Order online here.  I'll even include an adorable gift card!  Old Town Pub Gift Cards.  Buy 3 and get 1 free (4 $25 gift cards for JUST $75! - I'm sure your employees have stockings to be stuffed too or perfect for a favorite teacher in town!)

Who wouldn't want doughnuts in their stocking?  Or a gift card?  Yum!

Merry Christmas from The Steamboat Scoop!

--Lizzie Larock

Owner, Old Town Pub & Restaurant

For a Historically Good Time....

"Steamboat Stories" Fine Art Photo Show

For all of the event details as well as a super swanky evite (with music) - click here: Steamboat Stories

Steamboat Stories is the Steamboat Springs Arts Council's November 2010 art exhibit -featuring the work of three passionate Steamboat photographers: Nancy Porter, JayO'Hare & Lizzie Larock.

 Inspired by the welovesteamboat.com web site that Jay created two years ago, Lizzie brought together this trio to share each artist's unique "Steamboat Story" in one eclectic show.  "Nancy and Jay are both friends of mine and share the same crazy, love for photography that I have", says Lizzie Larock.  

Nancy's photos will primarily focus on Steamboat's Western side with framed works of Steamboat's horses and the sacred textures of our dilapidated barnscapes.  Jay's work takes the already phenomenal scenery of Steamboat and somehow manages to create something that's even more spectacular on the printed page.  Lizzie's photos showcase her love of the abstract from crystallized snowy trees to notebook leaves.

All three are active and enthusiastic Steamboat locals - Nan is a kindergarten teacher at Strawberry Park Elementary and is an active member of Steamboat Photography Group, Lizzie owns the Old Town Pub and is on the marketing board for both the Steamboat Springs Chamber Resort Association and the Steamboat Springs Arts Council and Jay is the principal of Altera Group and the upcoming webcamp and is a founding member of Ignite Steamboat Springs.  

 With the holiday season just around the corner, this is a great opportunity to shop locally this season and support Steamboat's finest art organization.  Framed and unframed prints are available at the show AND 30% off of sales prices of works at the show go directly to the Steamboat Springs Arts Council.

For more information about the artists and their portfolios, please click on each of their web sites listed below:

Nancy Porter
My goal as a photographer is to have my photographs evoke an emotional
response-a smile,  a chuckle,  sense of calm,  or inner peace. There is so
much beauty in our world if we stop to appreciate it., When not
photographing,  I love to spend time with my horses Enzo and Ace as well as
with my kindergarten students in Steamboat Springs.
http://www.steamboatphotographyclub.com/

Jay O'Hare
I'm lucky to live in Steamboat Springs, Colorado where there's so much great
stuff to photograph. My approach is to capture this area in a way that puts
the familiar in a different perspective. 
www.steamboatpics.com

Lizzie Larock
I started shooting fine art photos at the ripe old age of 16.  I spent the
better part of high school and college in the dark room creating black and
white silver emulsion prints.  21 years later, I'm still in awe when I press
the shutter and catch a creative fleeting moment in my camera.
www.shootingoutloudphotography.com

Of course there will be wine, beer & Fabulous appetizers from Matt Larock.  It's also a Friday foreign film night at the depot.  So come for the photography show and appetizers and then stick around for the showing of the Berlin International Film Festival winning psychological thriller directed by Alexei Popogrebsky: How I ended this Summer (movie starts at 7pm).  

So support the arts, shop locally this holiday season and enjoy a Friday flic at the depot.  Fun starts at 5pm on Friday, Nov 19.  Eleanor S. Bliss Center for the Arts (AKA the Depot) - Downtown, Steamboat Springs.  

 

Cheers--

Lizzie Larock

owner, Old Town Pub & Restaurant - downtown - 6th & Lincoln.  This is not your usual pub grub, but you'll love it!  

Sushi Style in Steamboat!

So the weather has turned a little fallish.  Our Indian summer seems to be over and winter is not quite in full swing just yet.  What better time to hone your culinary skills at home while disguising vegetables in your kids' dinner? 

A few weeks ago, my husband, Matt, and our friend, Drew got inspired to make some at home sushi.  Catherine, Jacey & I were the lucky recipients of this all day feast.  Matt & Drew got all of the supplies they needed for "sushi at home" in downtown Steamboat.  Matt picked up his new favorite toy - a Cuisinart rice cooker at The Homesteader as well as bamboo rolling mats & some seriously stylish chop sticks. 

Steamboat Meat & Seafood Company provided all the ingredients - seaweed, sticky rice, wonton wrappers & a decadent array of AWESOME seafood (plus spicy buffalo ground beef for the yummy little  fried wonton purses pictured in back)

Move over Matsuhisa, Matt & Drew are "sushi"ing it up Chez Larock.  This was seriously some of the most amazing sushi I've ever eaten (and I'm a big fan of Nobu's Matsuhisa in Aspen, Sushi Den in Denver, Kenichi in Aspen, Takah Sushi in Aspen, Isakaya Den in Denver, Jing in Denver and Steamboat's adorable Saketumi.  Can you tell I like my sushi? 

And with Halloween just a week away - perhaps this blog might inspire someone to be a Sushi Statue of Liberty?  Just a random thought from an overtired/wellfed/blogging/restaurant owning/Steamboat Mom. 

Want to have your own Sushi party (don't forget to invite me over)?  Support our local downtown shops and food purveyors.  Your stomach will thank you for it! 

The Homesteader Kitchen Store 

817 Lincoln Avenue
Steamboat Springs, CO, 80487
(970) 879-5880

The Steamboat Meat & Seafood Company

1030 Yampa St.
Steamboat Springs, CO 80487
1-800-660-FISH

This fun little blog is written by Lizzie Larock/Owner of

Old Town Pub & Restaurant

Brooklyn Artist's show (curated by Kimberly Saari) at the Depot!

I am soooooooo excited about Ann B. Murphy's show at the Steamboat Springs Arts Council Depot front gallery.  I actually had the pleasure of getting a sneak peak on Wednesday and let me tell you, it's FABULOUS!  From the removal of several walls in the Depot's gallery to really OPEN up the space to the gorgeous works on paper both framed (and deliberately) unframed. 

Ann is also doing a video installation in the baggage room of the Depot - I did not get a chance to see that, so I'm really looking forward to exploring this high tech medium as art form.  It's something we don't get to see every day in our sweet little resort town.  Did I mention that Ann hails from Brooklyn, New York (originally from Chicago) - she is well immersed in the New York art scene, so Steamboat is thrilled to get this kind of diversity added to our already lively local artists.

Kimberly Saari (of the famed downtown K Saari Gallery) curated this show for the arts council - so this is an extra treat with a cherry on top.  Here Kimberly is posing with Ann and her political piece titled "HERD".  I can't sing enough praises about this show.  The Depot gallery looks open, light & modern.  Ann is a riot to talk to and Kimberly is one of my most favorite Steamboat locals. 
I had to throw Clark Davidson in this blog post too as he is the low key yet extremely innovative Director of the Arts Council.  I'm lucky enough to be a part of this amazing Steamboat organization and I'm thrilled that he tapped Kimberly to curate a show and that Ann made herself available.

Want to see the TV18 interview of Kimberly & Ann by Harper Louden? Click below.

Morning Show Interview

or for the Steamboat Pilot & Today article in the newspaper: click: article on Ann B Murphy

DETAILS FOR THE DEPOT SHOW

Friday, October 1, 2010 - 5pm-8pm Eleanor Bliss Center for the Arts (Depot front gallery). 

Ann B. Murphy - Rising & Falling - curated by Kimberly Saari of the K Saari gallery.

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And while you're out art walking tonight - stop by Kimberly's gallery downtown (before or after Ann's show) to see K Saari's current show.  This show will be part of the first Friday artwalk tonight - stop in next to the artist's gallery.

This blog is written by Lizzie Larock, Owner, Old Town Pub  (where Beatlegras is playing tonight after all of these amazing art events - so we'll see you at 830pm for Beatles & Bluegrass!)

Fancy Ink Press @ Mainstreet Farmer's Market

Attention Steamboat Shoppers!  Tomorrow September 4 is the last Mainstreet farmer's market that Fancy Ink Press will have their BEAUTIFUL handmade letterpress artwork at.  I think the farmer's market season goes on another week or two, but September 4th is Fancy Ink's last booth rental of the season.  I highly encourage everyone who loves stationary as much as I do to please support this amazing local artist.  I bought a bunch of cards there myself back in June as well as darling little "plantable" seed paper (homemade too). 

The cards are beautifully imprinted & packaged - perfect hostess gifts (or just a treat for yourself)!

Christie Ginanni is the amazing artist behind this centuries old technique.  Before starting Fancy Ink Press - she worked as a printmaker for the prestigious Riverhouse Edition's in Clark, Colorado. Christie is going to be offering printmaking workshops in the future - I can't wait to sign up. 

Fancy Ink Press

www.fancyinkpress.com

Her studio is downtown, Steamboat, Colorado.  You can buy her artwork online or at the Mainstreet Farmer's Market (next door to the wonderful Old Town Pub)

See you tomorrow!

Buongiorno Steamboat!

 

Looking for a little Mediterranean influence to spice up your Steamboat summer?  Then head down to Yampa Street to Steamboat's own "Little Italy".  Ciao Gelato is hosting a fabulous photo show (my photography group) called Pasticcio (creative chaos in Italian).  My ultra talented photog friends have just the right mix to complement all of the amazing gelato flavors in cased in this new downtown Steamboat favorite.  Bin prints and framed prints for sale for a unique way to embellish your home.  
 

And then throw in a little Mediterranean spice to your Steamboat weekend by renting a Euro scooter -  from Kimmie's Cruisers - or a fabulous tandem cruiser bike.  Say Grazie to the little slice of Italian heaven and visit again soon!

 

CIAO STEAMBOAT!

Pasticcio Show at Ciao Gelato

Kimmie's Cruisers

Yampa Street (across from Sweet Pea)   

Picnics for PIK• NIK (Theatre festival)!

 

This is my friend, Karen's, adorable picnic basket that she now totes around to kids' soccer games and such.  She picked up this swanky little carry all at The Homesteader - one of downtown Steamboat's favorite spot for outdoor dining ware.  This colorful little Reisenthel basket would be the PERFECT accessory to the Great American Laughing Stock Company's PIK•NIK outdoor theatre festival happening THIS WEEKEND at Spring Creek Park! 

 
 ALL SHOWS AT 6pm

Friday, July 16, Into the Woods 

Saturday, July 17, A Midsummer Nights' Dream

Sunday, July 18, Colonisation, A Gentleman's Guide

These productions are entirely FREE and presented by Stuart Handloff's band of talented actors (who have graduated from some of New Zealand's most prestigious acting conservatories). They come to spend their summer (or I guess I should say our summer, their winter)  in Steamboat from New Zealand and hone their craft under Stuart's directorship. Local actors round out the performances and the events are family friendly and entirely FREE.

 Click on the birdie below to go to the GALSCO (Great American Laughing Stock Co) web site:
 

 

 

Bring your favorite picnic blanket, pack up your basket (we recommend sandwiches from BackCountry Provisions - a PIK•NIK sponsor - or a fried chicken dinner from my restaurant - Old Town Pub (an avid donor to the festival).  Check out these crazy kiwis, and enjoy a Midsummer Night's Dream in Steamboat's fabulous outdoor theatre setting.  This is what summer in Steamboat is ALL about!

 

Lizzie Larock

Owner, Old Town Pub & Restaurant

Sun Chips & Steamboat - Retreeing Project!

 

ReTree Steamboat Facebook Page

  If you're in Steamboat this weekend (or if you live here) - don't forget about the incredible Re-Tree Colorado project going on in Routt County.  Tristan Frolich was one of the winners of a $20,000 grant awarded by Sun Chips & National Geographic.  He is using his money to purchase 20,000 lodge pole pine saplings and organizing a Steamboat wide tree planting project.  He needs tons of volunteers - so get your spade, hand shovel, water bottle, gloves and sunscreen and meet at the Meadows Parking lot this Saturday, June 26, 2010 at 9am.

Tristan got some pretty cool recognition on the back of the Sun Chips Garden Variety Salsa bag this spring.  Thank you to Liz Wahl at Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation - Zero Waste Initiative Environmental Superstar (as well as a stellar food & beverage director for the ski area) - for loaning me the bag for a photo shoot.

Solar Billboard from Juniper Park on Vimeo.

Sunchips is trying to do its part to help our environment and the $20,000 will go towards replacing a lot of the trees we Coloradoans have lost to the bark beetles.  Sun Chips also found a fantastic use of Solar Power for a bilboard in California - check out this video of one of the best fully self sustainable off the grid marketing ideas I've ever seen.

And because this blogger loves to showcase fun things to buy in the Boat - I've included a picture of my super cool Sukie forest inspired sticky notes.  They're made by Chronicle books - so just ask Ericka at Epilogue to order you a set - put a sticky note on your calendar for this Saturday's re tree project and help our national forest! Come into the Old Town Pub afterwards and show us your dirty fingernails from all that tree planting so we can buy you a beer :-)!

--Lizzie Larock