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Park City Event Guide: December 17 – 20

December 17, 2018 by Molly Miller, Colony PR

We are one week away from Christmas Eve – and our pick this week is a holiday event from Park City Film! Join the fun on Tuesday night – scroll down for details!

Monday, December 17

Try Transit Week
December 17 – 22
Park City & Summit County

This week, when you ride public transportation in Park City and Summit County, not only do you help the environment –and enjoy a free ride!– you could be a lucky recipient of a gift card for a local business.

Park City and Summit County Council members will be handing out the gifts as a thank you for riding transit — and a few lift tickets to Park City Mountain and Deer Valley resorts will also be in the mix!

There will be a few more Try Transit Week opportunities this winter, where again – if you ditch your car to take the bus to school, work, or to ski, you’ll have the chance to win fun prizes. You’re encouraged to share your transit experience on Instagram, Twitter, or Facebook by using the hashtag, #IRideParkCityTransit.
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Open Painting Studio
12 – 5 PM @ Kimball Art Center

Kimball Art Center’s painting studio is available for drop-in studio space – and they supply the easels. Simply bring your materials, and you’ll get to set up shop and work with other painters. Kimball asks that if you’re new, please check in with an education staff member at 10 AM for a quick introduction.
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Bingo
1 – 2 PM @ Lucky Ones Coffee
(Park City Library)

All joiners are welcome each week to enjoy Bingo at Lucky Ones Coffee (in the Park City Library), and there are even small prizes for winners!
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Build a Gingerbread House
1 PM @ Kimball Art Center

Create your own gingerbread house from the ground up! You’ll use icing, graham crackers, candy and more – but register early, because, as you might imagine, this is a pretty popular class. (Also, be sure to let KAC know if you have any food allergies ahead of time.) You’ll have one more chance to join this fun – and yummy – class; there’s a 4:30 session on Tuesday, as well.
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Growlers, Grub + Games
5:30 – 7:30 PM @ Park City Brewery

This sounds like a fun event — head over to Park City Brewery to join the Paint Mixer for a step-by-step-while-you-sip-some-suds class on how to paint your own growler! If you’d prefer to paint a wine bottle, you’ll have that option, too. There will be food from Cucina Rustico’s food truck – 21 and older only for this event.

Tuesday, December 18

BRANDed PC Kickoff
7:30 PM @ The Rockwell Room
December 18 – 22

It’s time for the annual BRANDed PC event! This is a celebration of Park City’s creative makers, produced by Park City Summit County Arts Council. The PCSC Arts Council is a nonprofit with the mission to promote, support, and strengthen arts and culture in our community.

There will be shopping each day from 10 a.m. – 8 p.m., along with workshops, panels, happy hours, and live entertainment. For more information visit brandedpc.org.

Ski Jumping FIS Cup
@ Utah Olympic Park

Athletes from around the world are here in Park City to compete for the FIS Cup at Utah Olympic Park! Admission is $10 for this event. Watch open training from noon till 2 PM today! Here’s the rest of the week’s schedule:

Wednesday | December 19

5 pm | Ladies’ and Men’s Trial Round
6 pm | Competition Round #1
7:15 pm | Competition Round #2
Thursday | December 20
5 pm | Ladies’ and Men’s Trial Round
6 pm | Competition Round #1
7:15 pm | Competition Round #2

Tent Tales for Tykes
11 AM – 12 PM
Storytime @ L.L.Bean

Join in at the L.L.Bean tent, in the new L.L. Bean store on off Main Street, for storytime! Each story session follows a different nature or outdoor theme, with related activities, games or crafts to follow. Appropriate for kiddos from 3 to 6; caretakers need to stay with them – and are welcome to join the fun or spend the time shopping. Registration is required – head to the website to do so.
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CONNECT Mental Health Support Group
6:15 – 7:45 PM @ Park City Library

Anyone who has been impacted and affected by the mental illness of a family member, friend, or a loved one is welcome to join this group, which will meet in room 101 of the Park City Library. The meeting is free and the conversations are kept confidential and judgment free. More info HERE.
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Park City Film: “Miracle on 34th Street”
7 PM @ Jim Santy Auditorium

This isn’t just a free screening of the 1947 Christmas classic – it’s a full Christmas event! Join before the 7 p.m. show time to enjoy a hot cocoa bar and treats; a visit from Santa, Mrs. Claus, and their elves; plus a performance from PC Improv!

From the Park City Film website:
“An old man going by the name of Kris Kringle (Edmund Gwenn) fills in for an intoxicated Santa in Macy’s annual Thanksgiving Day parade. Kringle proves to be such a hit that he is soon appearing regularly at the chain’s main store in midtown Manhattan. When Kringle surprises customers and employees alike by claiming that he really is Santa Claus, it leads to a court case to determine his mental health and, more importantly, his authenticity.”

Wednesday, December 19

The Art of Movement
6 – 10 AM @ The Paint Mixer

Move on Main Street! Right at the bottom of Town Lift, these classes are located conveniently in The Paint Mixer art space. “The Art of Movement” classes, with Fit 4 LIfe’s Jess McCurdy, are $20/drop-in or $180 for a locals’ 10-class punch card.

Wednesday’s class schedule:

~ Sunrise GRIT45: 6 – 6:45 AM
Start the day with a 45-minute strength and conditioning class at The Paint Mixer!

~ Vinyasa Yoga: 7:30 – 8:30 AM
A one hour class of Vinyasa yoga at The Paint Mixer, appropriate for all levels.

~ Customized Small Group Coaching: 9 – 10 AM
A 60-minute class curated for its participants at The Paint Mixer.

All classes are taught by Jess McCurdy, founder of Fit 4 Life. Jess’ mission is to empower people by providing a program to become stronger, healthier and develop a love for exercise as part of the Fit 4 Life community.
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Tech Tutoring
1 – 2 PM @ Park City Library
A lovely service provided by our fabulous Park City Library: you are free to schedule an appointment with a librarian for help with your personal device. Bring in your laptop, tablet, or phone and they will help you navigate tech frustrations during a thirty-minute session. Call 435-615-5600 to schedule.
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Crafternoons
4 PM @ Park City Library

Each Wednesday, from 4-5 p.m., Park City Library hosts an afternoon of crafting! Attend this free event, make, and then take, your artsy and fun project every week.
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Christmas with the Celts
8 PM @ Egyptian Theatre

From the Egyptian Theatre website:
The high-stepping spirited musical selections will have you clapping along. Combining Irish Carols, Christmas standards, and thrilling Irish dancing, this memorable Christmas experience is for the whole family!

Christmas with the Celts features classic songs such as Little Drummer Boy, Count Your Blessings, Write Christmas, I’ll be Home For Christmas, Santa Claus is Coming To Town, and John Lennon’s Happy Christmas.

Thursday, December 20

Moms & Mimosas
12 – 2 PM @ Paint Mixer

Enjoy some holiday cheer(s) with moms + midday mimosas at The Paint Mixer! This is a fun chance to gather with friends, enjoy a beverage (or a few), and paint a themed project in a judgment-free zone. Register here for this event.
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The Next Course: Vegetarian Holiday Meal
1 – 3 PM @ Mountain Town Olive Oil

Join The Next Course at Mountain Town Olive Oil, for Park City’s best new food and wine pairing class! This week, Vegetarian Holiday Meal, with Chef Deanna Fitchat, owner of Deelicious Park City.
Thursday’s menu:

Harvest Root Vegetables
Quinoa Salad
Hasselback Butternut Squash with Walnut-Miso Glaze
Cauliflower and Goat Cheese Souffle
Vegan Mushroom Pot Pie
Baby Bûche de Noël Cookies

Reservations are required 48 hours in advance; call 435.649.1400 (21 and over).
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Story Time Art for Tots
3:30 PM @ Kimball Art Center

A free weekly program to inspire the youngest members of our community to express their creativity. After reading a book, kids enjoy an art project themed around the story (adult supervision is required).

Clinic: Dress for Success in the Outdoors
5 PM @ L.L.Bean

Layering is an art, and one we here in this mountain resort town depend upon all winter long. This free clinic is a chance to learn from the L.L.Bean experts as they break down how to create the right system for you.

UPCOMING EVENTS: 2018 Winter Break Film Series

Friday, Dec 21 → Red Dog: True Blue (NR) at 4 PM
Wednesday, Dec 26 → Lady and the Tramp (G) at 4 PM
Thursday, Dec 27 → Black Panther (PG-13) at 4 PM
Friday, Dec 28 → The Greatest Showman (PG) at 4 PM

UPCOMING EVENTS

December 22 – January 6 → Snowfest @ Park City Mountain
Sunday, December 23 → Merry [Mindful] Christmas, special yoga mindfulness event @ Paint Mixer
Monday, December 24 → Santa visits Deer Valley
Sunday, December 30 → Deer Valley’s Annual Torchlight Parade
January 6 & 13 → Aprés Namaste, special mindful yoga event + community gathering @ Paint Mixer & Old Town Wine Cellars
Saturday, January 26, 2019 → Ski Utah’s Learn to Ski Program @ Deer Valley

The Colony at White Pine Canyon is the largest gated ski-in / ski-out community in the United States. Our land spans 4600 acres, and approximately 90% of it will always be preserved as open space.

In winter, enjoy exclusive ski and snowboard access to one of North America’s largest mountain resorts, Park City Mountain. In spring, the snow melts to reveal an amazing network of hiking, biking, and horseback riding trails, connecting to more than 400 miles of single-track trails throughout the surrounding area.

The Colony is just 35 minutes from Salt Lake International Airport and 5 minutes to Park City’s historic Main Street, home to the Sundance Film Festival and world-class dining and shopping.

Park City Event Guide: December 14 – 16

December 13, 2018 by Molly Miller, Colony PR

We are fewer than two weeks away from Christmas, and this weekend is the big one, when the big guy himself makes his way into town in the most quintessential Park-City way possible.

If you’ve never been to see Santa come down Town Lift, you are in for a treat! If you have, you know to show up early and enjoy the free hot chocolate and cookies (provided by Vail’s Park City Mountain), and to get into position so you don’t miss it when that lighted chair first appears over the top of the hill!

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 14

CREATE →

Artful Afternoons
1 – 3:30 PM @ Kimball Art Center

Drop-ins are welcome for this Friday afternoon class. Appropriate for kiddos ages 6 – 10, participants get to explore art using a variety of fun materials.

IBSF Para World Cup and IBSF Youth Series
3 PM @ Utah Olympic Park

An international sliding event with the best para-athletes and the best up-and-coming youth athletes from all around the world! Sliding events at the Utah Olympic Park in Park City are free and open to the public.

Friday, December 14 @ 3 PM → Para Bobsled

Saturday, December 15:

10 am | Para Bobsled
1 pm | Youth Skeleton
3 pm | Youth Monobob

Aprés Live Music
2:30 PM @ Umbrella Bar, Canyons Village

D.J. Velvet will be spinning at the Umbrella Bar at Canyons Village to set the mood for aprés fun!

Avalanche Dog Meet & Greet
4:30 PM @ Ski Beach – Canyons Village

What could be better than an apés with avalanche puppies?! They are out for a meet-and-greet each and every Friday at the Ski Beach. Be sure to bring your Epic Pass — the resort photographers will be on-hand to take pictures.

Park City Film: “Can You Ever Forgive Me?”
8 PM @ Jim Santy Auditorium

From the Park City Film website:
“Melissa McCarthy stars as Lee Israel, the best-selling celebrity biographer (and cat lover) who made her living in the 1970’s and 80’s profiling the likes of Katharine Hepburn, Tallulah Bankhead, and Estée Lauder. When Lee found herself unable to get published because she had fallen out of step with the marketplace, she turned her art form to deception and became an accomplished forger. This is a humorous and moving story of her life of crime.” Friday and Saturday: 8 p.m., Sunday: 6 p.m.

HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS →

Zermatt Swiss Christmas Market
11 AM – 7 PM @ Zermatt Resort

A holiday event chock-full of fun, with activities like ornament decorating, gingerbread-house or wreath building, and Mrs. Claus storytelling. There is, of course, a Christmas Market, with dozens of local vendors displaying their wares. Plus, Ryan Shupe and the Rubber Band will put on a concert on Thursday at 7:30 p.m. For more information, click here!
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Local Artisanal Holiday Market
4 – 8 PM @ Swaner Preserve and EcoCenter

This weekend, zip over to Swaner Preserve and EcoCenter for another event loaded with unique gifts and holiday festivities. Art Elevated is a collaboration between Swaner, Park City Summit County Arts Council, and Park City Professional Artists Association.

The annual market runs Friday through Sunday, with absolutely gorgeous, one-of-a-kind items –all created by 20 local artists and artisans– for the buying! Choose from paintings, photos, books, jewelry, ceramics, fabric, textiles, and sculpture.

In addition to shopping, there will be live music, entertainment, and featured demonstrations. For example, on Saturday, from 11 – 2, you can enjoy “Fine Cholocates and Fanciful Confections” from Tandem Chocolates, which will be followed by a “Festive Fiddle” performance.
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Park City Holiday Spectacular and Sing-A-Long!
7:30 PM @ Egyptian Theatre
Dec 14th – 16th 2018

Sing along with local talent at this annual holiday variety showcase. Called Park City’s best holiday family tradition, the Holiday Spectacular features a wide spectrum of performance and is perfect for all ages! Friday and Saturday night shows are at 7:30 p.m.; Sunday’s show begins at 6 p.m.
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The Oak Ridge Boys
7 PM @ DeJoria Center

Celebrate Christmas with Grammy Award-winning Country Music Hall of Famers at DeJoria. The songs are a mixture of traditional and contemporary songs—including religious, romantic and fun holiday tunes.

Park City Community Singers
7 PM @ Park City Community Church

This is the final Christmas concert from Park City Singers. This year, there are more opportunities for the audience to sing along with the choir, which is an all-volunteer community group.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 15

MOVE →

Snowshoe with L.L.Bean
7 – 10 AM @ Quinn’s Junction

L.L.Bean Park City is leading a snowshoe at Round Valley, at an easy to moderate activity level. Participants for this free event are encouraged to dress for the weather, and to bring snowshoes!
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Snowshoe Tour
8:30 – 10 AM
Swaner Nature Preserve & EcoCenter

Learn about wetland science, natural plant and animal species, and the history of the Swaner Preserve, search for and identify animal tracks and other signs of animal life. Wear sturdy, warm boots, snow pants, hats, gloves, a coat, and bring a water bottle. Snowshoes can be rented from the EcoCenter – $2.50 for members, $5 for non-members.

Holiday Family Yoga
3 – 4 PM @ The Shop

The 9th Annual Family Holiday Yoga class, with Randi Jo. Yoga, mindfulness, music, dancing, storytelling, and journaling. All ages are welcome – no yoga experience is necessary. (This class has a suggested donation of $10 each or $25 for a family of four.) (This will repeat as a Family Yoga class each Saturday at The Yoga Shop.)

Toddler Time
11:30 AM @ Summit County Library (Kimball Jct.)

This is the perfect time for 2-3-year-olds to wiggle! Slightly more advanced bouncing, singing, dancing and giggling with a couple of picture books thrown into the mix. Check the library website for many more children’s programs and events.

HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS →

Breakfast with Santa
8:30 – 11:30 AM @ Zermatt Resort

Enjoy a delicious breakfast with the big guy to fuel up for the Christmas Market shopping and activities.

Gingerbread Houses I & II
10 AM & 1 PM @ Kimball Art Center

Create your own gingerbread house from the ground up! You’ll use icing, graham crackers, candy and more – but register early, because, as you might imagine, this is a pretty popular class. (Also, be sure to let KAC know if you have any food allergies ahead of time.) There will be a couple more gingerbread house classes this season: Monday, December 17 and Tuesday, December 18

Santa Comes Down Town Lift
5:30 p.m. @ Town Lift Plaza

THIS is the holiday event that so many of us have been waiting for! Ok, well, so many of us with little ones. But if you don’t have any to bring, don’t let that stop you from this magical Park City tradition. Here’s the schedule of events:

5:30 PM → Complimentary hot cocoa, holiday cookies & community cheer
5:30 PM → Live Music by Paul Cave
6 PM → Santa Arrives! Watch him ride down Town Lift in a lighted chair, er, sleigh
6 PM → Pictures with Santa; be sure to bring your Epic Pass for easy connection to your account

Figure Skating Holiday Show
4:30 – 7 PM @ Park City Ice Arena
Figure Skating Club of Park City

This fun family event at the Park City Ice Arena will be full of ice skating and holiday music. Skaters include members of the Figure Skating Club of Park City, Park City Icing Synchronized Skating Teams, and Park City Ice Arena Professionals.

Horse-Drawn Sleigh Rides with Santa
Homestead Resort & Soldier Hollow

A horse-drawn sleigh ride with a stop at the North Pole to spend some time with Santa! There are a couple of options for the experience (run by Rocky Mountain Outfitters), one at the Homestead Resort and the other at Soldier Hollow.

Homestead Resort:
Hop on this horse-drawn buggy or sleigh ride around one of Utah’s oldest running resorts. Homestead is nestled in Heber Valley, just outside of Midway. From the website:

“Our beautiful teams of Clydesdales, Belgians, and spotted draft horses will pull you through a nice scenic view of Heber Valley as well as breathtaking views of the Wasatch Mountains. We have buggies, wagons, and sleighs to accommodate groups of all sizes.”

Sleigh rides run from 3:15 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Daytime sleigh rides are also available, and you’re invited to call to inquire: 435-654-1655.

Soldier Hollow:
Bring your family and a bunch of friends anytime through December 22nd. This horse-drawn sleigh ride takes you right to see Santa himself! All Santa sleighs are group rides, and in the event of inclement weather or due to any lack of snow, sleighs will be swapped for horse-drawn wagons. Sleighs can seat up to 12-14 people, and run from 2:30 p.m. until 8 p.m.
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The Great Christmas Adventure
Heber City

This is a whole new Christmas activity, put on by a local production company called Popcorn Media. It’s described as a walking and riding theatrical experience. From the website:

Fly on Santa’s Sleigh!
Journey to the North Pole while flying on Santa’s indoor sleigh ride in this immersive holiday experience designed for the whole family to enjoy together!

Experience Elf Life!
Discover the magic of Christmas through our new holiday window scavenger hunt. Throw snowballs, build snowmen, and make it snow before entering Santa’s Workshop.

Elfer-cize, design snowflakes, and spread holiday cheer by singing loud for all to hear! Wrap and deliver presents. Bake pretend cookies and decorate REAL cookies!

Then, eat your cookie design as Mrs. Claus and the elves share our new, favorite Christmas story with you!

Meet Santa and Journey Home on “The Elf Express” Christmas Train
Finally, meet Santa! Tell him what want for Christmas and take as many pictures as you’d like! Then, climb aboard “The Elf Express,” our elf-sized-indoor-train and journey back home.

The entire experience takes about an hour, and the entire experience is actually INSIDE (which means warm coats aren’t necessary).

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Trivia at Lucky Ones
3 PM @ Park City Library

Each and every Saturday, you can head over to Lucky Ones Coffee Shop (in the Park City Library) for trivia. The perfect aprés activity for the whole family. Be sure to have at least one smart device is needed for your team (wi-fi provided).

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Sweet Aprés: Art of Chocolate
3 – 5 PM @ The Paint Mixer

Experience the art of chocolate first-hand at this one-of-a-kind event at The Paint Mixer! A partnership with Tandem Chocolate will bring your inner chocolate lover and artist together to create, what else, edible chocolate art! You will, of course, be able to take your masterpiece home to nibble on. This is a family-friend event; all ages are welcome! Sign up HERE.

WATCH →

Beautiful Boy: David Sheff & Nic Sheff
7:30 PM @ Eccles Center (PCHS)

Park City Institute presents an evening with this father and son who are working together to change the way America thinks about addiction. Their bestselling memoirs are the basis for the 2018 film, Beautiful Boy, starring Steve Carrell, and Timothée Chalamet. David is an award-winning journalist who, along with Nic, chronicles the heartbreaking and inspiring experience of survival, relapse, and recovery—and how their family has coped with addiction over many years.

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 16

CREATE →

Swaner’s Craft Sunday
11 AM @ Swaner Nature Preserve

Kids of all ages are invited to enjoy the complimentary Swaner Craft Sunday! Join the fun at the Swaner Preserve and EcoCenter, and create a nature-themed craft to bring home.
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Open Studio
12 – 2 PM @ The Paint Mixer

Whether you want extra painting practice, some alone creative time – or just the chance to make a painting with no guided instruction, Open Studio is a great Sunday afternoon option. Pick any one of the paintings and follow the written instructions – or just do your own thing. Materials are provided, guidance is not. Register for the session here.

APRÉS →

S’mores at Park City Mountain
3 PM @ Fire Pits

Could there be a cozier way to aprés? Gather at the fire pits in the base village of Park City Mountain. Best of all – they’re complimentary! You can also track down some free, yummy s’mores on Saturdays at the Umbrella Bar in the Canyons Village.
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LEARN →

Clinic: Favorite Local Winter Sports Destinations
12 – 1 PM @ L.L.Bean

Another free community event from L.L.Bean this weekend. This one is a clinic at their Heber Avenue store and will show the best local areas to enjoy cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, sledding, and winter hiking.
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Author Event: Katie Mullaly
2 PM @ Dolly’s Bookstore

Katie Mullaly, the author of the “Land Of…” book series for children, will be signing copies of her brand new book “Land of NOW” at Dolly’s.

From the Dolly’s website:
“Katie’s books are fabulously illustrated stories that take readers on a grand adventure…all the while providing important tools to help us all navigate life’s terrain. In her latest book, readers learn the tools for how to be present, in the moment by clearing out the useless thoughts that are blocking the NOW.”
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Park City Institute: Bob Woodward
7:30 PM @ Eccles Center (PCHS)

From the PCI website:
“Who better to address Fear in the White House, than someone who’s already been there —numerous times. From Watergate—through eight more Presidential Administrations and 19 books, he’s become the standard bearer for uncovering the realities of backroom deals in the halls of power. His painstakingly methodical and thoughtful investigative reporting earned him two Pulitzer Prizes, and have given Americans detailed insights into the Supreme Court, the CIA, the 9/11 terrorist attacks, and the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. His analysis of important issues of the day will provide a nuanced perspective on the events of our ceaseless news cycle—whatever it may bring.” Get tickets HERE.
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UPCOMING EVENTS

December 22 – January 6 → Snowfest @ Park City Mountain
Sunday, December 23 → Merry [Mindful] Christmas, special yoga mindfulness event @ Paint Mixer
Monday, December 24 → Santa visits Deer Valley
Sunday, December 30 → Deer Valley’s Annual Torchlight Parade
January 6 & 13 → Aprés Namaste, special mindful yoga event + community gathering @ Paint Mixer & Old Town Wine Cellars
Saturday, January 26, 2019 → Ski Utah’s Learn to Ski Program @ Deer Valley

The Colony at White Pine Canyon is the largest gated ski-in / ski-out community in the United States. Our land spans 4600 acres, and approximately 90% of it will always be preserved as open space.

In winter, enjoy exclusive ski and snowboard access to one of North America’s largest mountain resorts, Park City Mountain. In spring, the snow melts to reveal an amazing network of hiking, biking, and horseback riding trails, connecting to more than 400 miles of single-track trails throughout the surrounding area.

The Colony is just 35 minutes from Salt Lake International Airport and 5 minutes to Park City’s historic Main Street, home to the Sundance Film Festival and world-class dining and shopping.

The Colony in Western Home Journal | Winter 2019

December 12, 2018 by Molly Miller, Colony PR

THE COLONY IN WHJ
This winter, when you grab your copy of Western Home Journal, available now at Whole Foods Park City, St. Regis, Stein Eriksen Lodge, and Park City Bagel, among other places, flip it right open to page 78, where you’ll find a four-page feature on The Colony at White Pine Canyon.

Of course, you can also read it on Western Home Journal’s website.

The piece is an overview of The Colony’s unparalleled access, its open land, and its legacy.

TAKE A TOUR
To set up your own unique, private tour of our snow-covered Meadow Lakes homesites and enjoy lunch in The Colony’s private, seasonal Yurt, connect with Bronson Calder in The Colony Sales Office.

Choose your method of transportation: snowmobile or our brand-new snowcat, and enjoy the access, open space, and legacy of The Colony the way only a very few can.

The Colony at White Pine Canyon is the largest gated ski-in / ski-out community in the United States. Our land spans 4600 acres, and approximately 90% of it will always be preserved as open space.

In winter, enjoy exclusive ski and snowboard access to one of North America’s largest mountain resorts, Park City Mountain. In spring, the snow melts to reveal an amazing network of hiking, biking, and horseback riding trails, connecting to more than 400 miles of single-track trails throughout the surrounding area.

The Colony is just 35 minutes from Salt Lake International Airport and 5 minutes to Park City’s historic Main Street, home to the Sundance Film Festival and world-class dining and shopping.

Park City Event Guide: December 7 – 9

December 7, 2018 by Molly Miller, Colony PR

Our pick of the week is happening *tonight* – the first-ever, First Friday fireworks at Park City Resort’s Canyons Village.

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 7

FIRST FRIDAY →

First Friday Fireworks
2:30 PM – Activities Begin
5 PM – Fireworks

New this year – on the first Friday of each month (December – March), head over to Canyons Village for live music, family fun, food, and FIREWORKS. Maybe the best thing about this is that you only have to wait until 5 PM to enjoy the fireworks – and then you can head on home to get the little ones to bed.

Schedule of Events:

2:30 pm – 5:30 pm: Live music with DJ Velvet
3:00 pm – 4:00 pm: Ice Sculpting Demonstration
3:00 pm: Complimentary Donut Bar at Umbrella Bar. Donuts galore! Grab a donut (or three) and deck them out with your favorite toppings (while supplies last)
4:00 pm – 5:30 pm: EpicMix Photo Opportunity: pose with your family and the beautiful Park City Mountain ice sculpture while the resort’s EpicMix Photographers capture the moment
5:00 pm: Fireworks Display

MEET & GREET →

Avalanche Dogs Meet & Greet
4:30 PM @ Ski Beach (Canyons Village)

What could be better than an apés with avalanche puppies?! They are out for a meet-and-greet each and every Friday this season at the Ski Beach. Be sure to bring your Epic Pass — the resort photographers will be on-hand to take pictures.

HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS →

Park Silly Holiday Bazaar
5 – 9 PM @ Park City Marriott

It’s already Park Silly Holiday Bazaar weekend! Head over to the Park City Marriott in Prospector and enjoy Park Silly in a warm, cozy, decked-out-for-the-holiday atmosphere. Oh, and did we mention – Sanat will be there! Saturday and Sunday hours are 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Entry is free.
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North Pole Christmas Express Train
Heber Valley Railroad

A fun holiday tradition to enjoy – or to begin! – is a ride to the North Pole. The train ride, which is 90 minutes round-trip, includes hot cocoa and chocolate chip cookies. Families will get to sing along to Christmas songs and enjoy entertainment from the elves and the hosts.

Dates and Departure Times:

December 8th at 11:30 am, 2 pm, 5 pm & 7:30 pm
December 10th thru December 14th at 5 pm & 7:30 pm
December 15th at 11:30 am, 2 pm, 5 pm, & 7:30 pm
December 17th thru December 20th at 5 pm & 7:30 pm
December 21st and December 22nd at 11:30 am, 2 pm, 5 pm & 7:30 pm

WATCH →

James and the Giant Peach, Jr.
7 PM @ The Egyptian Theatre

This show is based on the classic, quirky Roald Dahl story “James and the Giant Peach.” This version boasts a terrific score and focuses on courage and self-discovery. Even better – it’s presented by Egyptian Theatre’s Youtheatre, which features actors in 5th grade and up. Grab tickets HERE. Two shows tomorrow, at 2 and 7 p.m. Sunday, you can catch it at 2 p.m.
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Park City Film: “The Old Man & The Gun”
8 PM @ Jim Santy Auditorium

This film, reportedly Robert Redford’s very last as an actor, is based on the true story of Forrest Tucker. From the Park City Film website:
“…from his escape from San Quentin at the age of 70 – to an unprecedented string of heists that confounded authorities and enchanted the public.

Wrapped up in the pursuit are a detective who becomes captivated with Forrest’s commitment to his craft, and a woman who loves him in spite of his chosen profession. Starring Robert Redford, Sissy Spacek, and Casey Affleck.” Friday and Saturday, 8 p.m.; on Sunday, the film begins at 6 p.m.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 8

OPENING DAY →

Deer Valley Opening Day
8 AM @ Deer Valley Resort

Today is the day both of the Park City resorts and all three of our ski villages are up and running! Check out the details of Deer Valley Opening Day HERE.

You can also take a peek at what’s new this season (there’s a lot!) at Park City Mountain HERE.

MOVE & BE MINDFUL →

Snowshoe Tour
8:30 – 10 AM
Swaner Nature Preserve & EcoCenter

We are now officially in the Snowshoe Tour portion of our winter season!
Learn about wetland science, natural plant and animal species, and the history of the Swaner Preserve, search for and identify animal tracks and other signs of animal life. Wear sturdy, warm boots, snow pants, hats, gloves, a coat, and bring a water bottle. Snowshoes can be rented from the EcoCenter – $2.50 for members, $5 for non-members.
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Morning of Mindfulness Retreat
9 AM – 12 PM @ Blair Education Center
Park City Hospital

Begin your weekend with a 3-hour mindfulness retreat on Saturday morning. It’s taught by Vicki Overfelt and presented by the LiVe Well Center and is perfect for both beginners and advanced students. Cost is just $35.
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Snowshoe or Snow Hike with L.L.Bean
4 – 7 PM @ Quinn’s Junction

L.L.Bean Park City is leading a snowshoe (or snow hike) at Round Valley, at an easy to moderate activity level. Participants for this free event are encouraged to dress for the weather and to bring snowshoes if you’d like!

HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS →

The University of Utah’s Lifelong Learning Program
Holiday Cookings with Alternative Flours
9 AM @ Mindful Cuisine

This is a class put on by the University of Utah’s Lifelong Learning Program, to help you learn the flavors, techniques and proper use of a variety of alternative flours to give traditional holiday cookies a gluten-free twist.

The flours: almond, chestnut, kinako, sorghum, and oat, among others. You’ll make, sample, and take home 5 varieties of cookies, including Bourbon-Chocolate Pecan Pie Bars, Fresh Ginger Cookies, Italian Quince and Orange Filled Chestnut Cookies, Almond Joy, and Pecan Biscotti with Hibiscus Pears.

Make sure you wear comfy clothes and flat shoes – and bring some food to get you through lunch!
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Horse-Drawn Sleigh Rides with Santa
Homestead Resort & Soldier Hollow

A unique experience in a horse-drawn sleigh ride — along with a stop at the North Pole to spend some time with Santa! There are a couple of options for a sleigh ride experience (run by Rocky Mountain Outfitters), one at the Homestead Resort and the other at Soldier Hollow.

Homestead Resort:
Hop on this horse-drawn buggy or sleigh ride around one of Utah’s oldest running resorts. Homestead is nestled in Heber Valley, just outside of Midway. From the website:
“Our beautiful teams of Clydesdales, Belgians, and spotted draft horses will pull you through a nice scenic view of Heber Valley as well as breathtaking views of the Wasatch Mountains. We have buggies, wagons, and sleighs to accommodate groups of all sizes.”

Sleigh rides run from 3:15 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Daytime sleigh rides are also available, and you’re invited to call to inquire: 435-654-1655.

This annual event is PACKED with plenty for the kiddoes to do. Bring a toy or some food to donate and get pictures with Santa, face painting, cookie decorating, bounce houses, games, and arts & crafts. Donated items benefit the Christian Center of Park City, entry is $5 per family for those without donations.
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The Great Christmas Adventure
Heber City

This is a whole new Christmas activity, put on by a local production company called Popcorn Media. It’s described as a walking and riding theatrical experience. From the website:

Fly on Santa’s Sleigh!
Journey to the North Pole while flying on Santa’s indoor sleigh ride in this immersive holiday experience designed for the whole family to enjoy together!

Experience Elf Life!
Discover the magic of Christmas through our new holiday window scavenger hunt. Throw snowballs, build snowmen, and make it snow before entering Santa’s Workshop.
Elfer-cize, design snowflakes, and spread holiday cheer by singing loud for all to hear! Wrap and deliver presents. Bake pretend cookies and decorate REAL cookies!
Then, eat your cookie design as Mrs. Claus and the elves share our new, favorite Christmas story with you!

Meet Santa and Journey Home on “The Elf Express” Christmas Train
Finally, meet Santa! Tell him what want for Christmas and take as many pictures as you’d like! Then, climb aboard “The Elf Express,” our elf-sized-indoor-train and journey back home.

The entire experience takes about an hour, and the entire experience is actually INSIDE (which means warm coats aren’t necessary).

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Trivia at Lucky Ones
3 PM @ Park City Library

Starting December 1, each and every Saturday, you can head over to Lucky Ones Coffee Shop (in the Park City Library) for trivia! The perfect aprés activity for the whole family. Be sure to have at least one smart device is needed for your team (wi-fi provided).

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Park City Film: “Belle et Sébastien: L’aventure Continue”
4 PM @ Jim Santy Auditorium

This screening is part of the “Foreign Cinema…For Kids!” Series. From the website:

“Sebastian and his big shaggy dog, Belle, embark on an exciting rescue mission in this beautifully photographed adventure film. World War II has ended, and Sebastian eagerly awaits the return of Angelina, who is like a mother to him. But bad news arrives—the plane Angelina was on has crashed, and there are no known survivors.

Sebastian believes she’s still alive, as does his grandfather, César, who knows that to find her they will need the help of Pierre, an ill-tempered pilot who knows a secret about Sebastian’s past. Although they are forbidden to do it, Sebastian and Belle stow away on Pierre’s plane. After they are forced to make an emergency landing, the trio heads out on foot to search for Angelina. Joined by Sebastian’s new friend, Gabriel, the group brave a forest fire, wild animals, and rugged mountain terrain, never giving up hope that they will succeed in finding the missing woman.”
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Park City Institute: “Bodytraffic”
7:30 PM @ Eccles Center (PCHS)

From the Park City Institute website:
“Hell’s Kitchen meets Los Angeles. Training from the masters—Barishynikov, Aszure Barton, Juilliard, transmitting the sheer joy of dance. The brainchild of acclaimed dancers, choreographers and directors, Lillian Barbeito and Tina Finkelman Berkett, contemporary dance company BODYTRAFFIC, was named one of “25 to Watch,” by Dance Magazine, and “the Company of the future,” by the Joyce Theater Foundation. They arrive on our stage with works commissioned from acclaimed choreographers Matthew Neenan, Richard Diegal and Hoffesh Schechter—for a night of kinetic storytelling.” Grab tickets HERE.

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 9

LEARN →

Clinic: Favorite Local Winter Sports Destinations
12 – 1 PM @ L.L.Bean

CREATE →

Swaner’s Craft Sunday
11 AM @ Swaner Nature Preserve
Kids of all ages are invited to enjoy the complimentary Swaner Craft Sunday! Join the fun at the Swaner Preserve and EcoCenter, and create a nature-themed craft to bring home.
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Open Studio
12 – 2 PM @ The Paint Mixer

Whether you want extra painting practice, some alone creative time – or just the chance to make a painting with no guided instruction, Open Studio is a great Sunday afternoon option. Pick any one of the paintings and follow the written instructions – or just do your own thing. Materials are provided, guidance is not. Register for the session here.

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S’mores at Park City Mountain
3 PM @ Fire Pits

Could there be a cozier way to aprés? Gather at the fire pits in the base village of Park City Mountain. Best of all – they’re complimentary! You can also track down some free, yummy s’mores on Saturdays at the Umbrella Bar in the Canyons Village.
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Park City Singers: Peace on Earth
7 PM @ Park City Community Church

This is a lovely way to close out the weekend! The first of two Christmas Concerts from Park City Singers happens this weekend at the Park City Community Church. Their second and final 2018 Christmas Concert Friday happens Friday, December 14th, also at the Park City Community Church.

UPCOMING EVENTS

December 7 – 9 → Park Silly Holiday Bazaar @ PC Marriott
Saturday, December 8 → OPENING DAY @ Deer Valley Resort
Saturday, December 15 → Santa Comes Down Town Lift | 5:30 p.m. @ Town Lift Plaza
December 22 – January 6 → Snowfest @ Park City Mountain
Monday, December 24 → Santa visits Deer Valley
Sunday, December 30 → Deer Valley’s Annual Torchlight Parade
Saturday, January 26, 2019 → Ski Utah’s Learn to Ski Program @ Deer Valley

The Colony at White Pine Canyon is the largest gated ski-in / ski-out community in the United States. Our land spans 4600 acres, and approximately 90% of it will always be preserved as open space.

In winter, enjoy exclusive ski and snowboard access to one of North America’s largest mountain resorts, Park City Mountain. In spring, the snow melts to reveal an amazing network of hiking, biking, and horseback riding trails, connecting to more than 400 miles of single-track trails throughout the surrounding area.

The Colony is just 35 minutes from Salt Lake International Airport and 5 minutes to Park City’s historic Main Street, home to the Sundance Film Festival and world-class dining and shopping.

Park City Event Guide: Deer Valley Opening Day 2018 | 2019

December 5, 2018 by Molly Miller, Colony PR

Deer Valley just about open for business (keep an eye on nearly up-to-the-minute conditions via their live webcams!), and this year, for the first time, the resort invites skiers to “carve for a cause.”

Deer Valley Difference
Saturday, December 8 marks Deer Valley’s Opening Day for 2018/2019. If you’re reading this blog, you likely know all about the fabulous snow we’ve already gotten in Park City this year, how Deer Valley is famous for its impeccably-groomed slopes, world-class dining options, award-winning ski school for all levels, and a terrific child-care center. With end-to-end service, from the curbside valet who helps unload your gear when you arrive, to the complimentary mountain host ski tours, to the world-class dining options, to another valet helping you re-load your gear at the end of the day (or store it overnight in the complimentary ski storage), it’s no surprise that it regularly ranks #1 in guest service.

Opening Day
This year, Deer Valley will start its season with (at least) 45 ski runs open and 16 chairlifts running! And one of those lifts is the all-new Homestake Express chairlift, which has been upgraded to a high-speed detachable quad. DV is opening with a pre-season base of more than 40” — so you can bet the skiing is going to be fantastic.

Shred for Red
For the first time ever, Deer Valley Resort invites guests to carve for a cause by participating in “Shred for Red” on Opening Day. Those who participate will spread awareness and raise funds to eradicate blood cancers through The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. The event is made up of family-friendly on-mountain activities and challenges.

There is no registration fee, but participants are required to raise (or donate) a minimum of $200. It includes a full-day ski pass, lodging and rental discounts, and access to an aprés-ski reception with food, beverages, and photo opportunities with Olympians.

Top fundraisers (before midnight on Thursday, December 6) will also be invited to St. Regis’ VIP reception on December 7. That’s where the announcement of who gets to “Shred for Red” with an actual Olympian will be announced.

Skiing Deer Valley
Skiers who purchase lift tickets (during non-holiday periods) online at least three days in advance will be able to save a bit of money – and will be able to select tickets which guarantee access to the resort, even if it reaches maximum occupancy. Deer Valley limits the number of lift tickets sold each day, so it recommends guests pre-purchase online to ensure you get on the mountain.

Off-Mountain Fun
It’s more than just skiing at DV. All Seasons Adventures offers guided snowshoe tours in the evenings, with options including a short, family-friendly snowshoe to a campfire to roast marshmallows for s’mores (and the fixings are made by the Deer Valley Bakery– yum!). All Seasons also offers Nordic skiing, dog sledding, horse-drawn sleigh rides, and more.

Utah Ski Resorts Schedule:

Alta: OPEN
Beaver: December 12, 2018
Brian Head: OPEN
Brighton: OPEN
Deer Valley: December 8, 2018
Eagle Point: December 21, 2018
Nordic Valley: December 7, 2018
Park City Mountain: OPEN
Powder Mountain: TBD
Snowbasin: OPEN
Snowbird: OPEN
Solitude: OPEN
Sundance: December 7

The Colony at White Pine Canyon is the largest gated ski-in / ski-out community in the United States. Our land spans 4600 acres, and approximately 90% of it will always be preserved as open space.

In winter, enjoy exclusive ski and snowboard access to one of North America’s largest mountain resorts, Park City Mountain. In spring, the snow melts to reveal an amazing network of hiking, biking, and horseback riding trails, connecting to more than 400 miles of single-track trails throughout the surrounding area.

The Colony is just 35 minutes from Salt Lake International Airport and 5 minutes to Park City’s historic Main Street, home to the Sundance Film Festival and world-class dining and shopping.

Park City Nonprofit Highlight: Christian Center of Park City

November 22, 2018 by Molly Miller, Colony PR

Around the holiday season, the philanthropic nerve is often struck in even the stingiest of Scrooges by an onslaught of Hallmark and Netflix Christmas movies and those fabulous Christmas songs that hit us deep in the heart. We donate to food drives, buy toys for less fortunate families and drop some change in the bell ringers red kettles. But what about the rest of the year? Working steadfastly through all of the seasons are places like the Christian Center of Park City.

Photo courtesy: Angelique McNaughton/Park Record

The CCPC is a humanitarian needs center aimed at meeting the physical and emotional needs of people in Summit and Wasatch counties. It runs a food pantry, offers counseling to members of the community and meets all sorts of seasonal needs, like school supplies, holiday gifts and more. A person’s religion, race, gender or ethnicity does not matter. Everyone is welcome to receive –and give– help at the CCPC.

18 years ago, the center opened as a way to meet people at their point of need. It did that in one office, expanding to two – and now it operates out of a freshly built community center at the same location. After a two and a half year renovation, the new center opened just recently—doubling in size. The new space offers more office space, an expanded counseling center, and a new warehouse where donations for center’s thrift shop are stored. The food pantry got an update as well.

Photo courtesy: Christian Center of Park City

In 2014, the CCPC Food Pantry gave away more than $1.5 million in food to families throughout the county. People who need it can come get food twice a month, no strings attached. It serves the elderly, veterans, families, singles, seasonal workers and any other person trying to stay afloat. The new pantry is set up to look more like a store, empowering its patrons to make the best choices for them and their families, as opposed to just taking what is handed to them.

The pantry accepts donations of food or supplies from the community. To find out what is needed right now, you’re invited to give them a call. But, because quite a bit of the food donated to food banks can go uneaten if you really want to make an impact, donate money. Your dollar goes A LOT farther with a donation directly to food organizations, because food banks are able to buy food at wholesale prices.

The CCPC also employs trained counselors to meet with people, regardless of ability to pay. In the new building, 20 counselors can meet with people at once, instead of the previous space, which accommodated just two.

The executive director of the center, Rob Harter, told the Park Record that expanded mental health services became even more of a priority after our community lost two 13-year-old boys to overdoses a few years ago. The counselors cover a variety of mental health needs, from marriage counseling to anxiety and depression, to eating disorders. Some of the professionals are trained in a therapy called EDMR, which is shown to have positive impacts on people with PTSD or other trauma-related stress. The center works with many insurances and also offers financial aid to people who need the service but may not be able to afford it. Some of the counselors are also bilingual.

This time of year, the center collected 850 turkeys for Thanksgiving and will continue to gather gifts for the holidays. Operation Hope allows parents to shop for holiday gifts for their children, picking out the perfect toy to open Christmas morning, as well as filling in some of those needs, like a warm winter coat. Operation Hope is in need of donations and volunteers right now.

And as the center expanded, so did the cost of the building. By the time it opened a few weeks ago, the center had gone nearly $2 million over budget. An anonymous donor has come forward, pledging $1 million if the center could also match it. So if you want to make an impact that will last throughout the year this holiday season, the Christian Center of Park City may be a good place to start.

The Colony at White Pine Canyon is the largest gated ski-in / ski-out community in the United States. Our land spans 4600 acres, and approximately 90% of it will always be preserved as open space.

In winter, enjoy exclusive ski and snowboard access to one of North America’s largest mountain resorts, Park City Mountain. In spring, the snow melts to reveal an amazing network of hiking, biking, and horseback riding trails, connecting to more than 400 miles of single-track trails throughout the surrounding area.

The Colony is just 35 minutes from Salt Lake International Airport and 5 minutes to Park City’s historic Main Street, home to the Sundance Film Festival and world-class dining and shopping.

Monday, December 17

Tuesday, December 18

Wednesday, December 19

Thursday, December 20

The Colony at White Pine Canyon is the largest gated ski-in / ski-out community in the United States. Our land spans 4600 acres, and approximately 90% of it will always be preserved as open space.

The Colony is just 35 minutes from Salt Lake International Airport and 5 minutes to Park City’s historic Main Street, home to the Sundance Film Festival and world-class dining and shopping.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 15

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 16

The Colony at White Pine Canyon is the largest gated ski-in / ski-out community in the United States. Our land spans 4600 acres, and approximately 90% of it will always be preserved as open space.

The Colony is just 35 minutes from Salt Lake International Airport and 5 minutes to Park City’s historic Main Street, home to the Sundance Film Festival and world-class dining and shopping.

The Colony at White Pine Canyon is the largest gated ski-in / ski-out community in the United States. Our land spans 4600 acres, and approximately 90% of it will always be preserved as open space.

The Colony is just 35 minutes from Salt Lake International Airport and 5 minutes to Park City’s historic Main Street, home to the Sundance Film Festival and world-class dining and shopping.

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 7

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 8

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 9

The Colony at White Pine Canyon is the largest gated ski-in / ski-out community in the United States. Our land spans 4600 acres, and approximately 90% of it will always be preserved as open space.

The Colony is just 35 minutes from Salt Lake International Airport and 5 minutes to Park City’s historic Main Street, home to the Sundance Film Festival and world-class dining and shopping.

The Colony at White Pine Canyon is the largest gated ski-in / ski-out community in the United States. Our land spans 4600 acres, and approximately 90% of it will always be preserved as open space.

The Colony is just 35 minutes from Salt Lake International Airport and 5 minutes to Park City’s historic Main Street, home to the Sundance Film Festival and world-class dining and shopping.

The Colony at White Pine Canyon is the largest gated ski-in / ski-out community in the United States. Our land spans 4600 acres, and approximately 90% of it will always be preserved as open space.

The Colony is just 35 minutes from Salt Lake International Airport and 5 minutes to Park City’s historic Main Street, home to the Sundance Film Festival and world-class dining and shopping.

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