Cultural Events Calendar

This Critical Dialogue program examines how art objects can become flashpoints for public response—whether through acts of protest, vandalism, or institutional suppression—and how those responses reshape the work’s meaning and impact. We will consider key questions: How does violence enacted on an artwork alter its message? What shifts when a work becomes the target of protest? And how do institutions—educational, legal, and cultural—navigate these tensions historically and today? This program will explore the complex interplay between freedom of expression, public response, and institutional control in the contemporary art world.

The panel discussion will include three experts in their respective fields: Amy Adler, Betsy Schneider, and Shahzia Sikander.

Free and open to the public | Registration is appreciated

Join Jean-Martin (JM) Fortier, a pioneer in the small-scale organic farming movement, as he shares insights and experiences from his 20-year journey in market gardening. JM will delve into how the transformative power of ecological farming can restore and ignite local communities. He will highlight the success stories of future growers empowered by The Market Gardener Institute and explore the innovative ventures that continue to shape the future of regenerative agriculture. This talk promises to inspire and equip attendees with the knowledge and passion to cultivate a more resilient and sustainable food system.

These lunchtime discussions features prominent performers, composers, and musicologists in lively discussions with AMFS President and CEO Alan Fletcher.

These lunchtime discussions features prominent performers, composers, and musicologists in lively discussions with AMFS President and CEO Alan Fletcher.

Presented as part of the Murdock Mind, Body, Spirit Series in collaboration with Aspen Public Radio

Featuring Dr. Robin Carhart-Harris, Ralph Metzner Distinguished Professor in Neurology, Psychiatry, and Behavioral Sciences at the University of California, San Francisco, in conversation with Jon Hamilton, correspondent for NPR’s Science Desk. A leading researcher on how psychedelics affect the brain and their potential as groundbreaking treatments for mental health disorders, Dr. Carhart-Harris will explore the mechanisms behind psychedelic compounds such as LSD, psilocybin, MDMA, and DMT, sharing insights from his brain imaging studies and clinical trials. He will also explore how these substances alter brain function, promote neural plasticity, and may offer new hope for conditions like depression, PTSD, and addiction.

Paepcke Auditorium, doors at 5:30 pm

While attendance at the event is free and open to everyone, registration is required, and capacity is established on a first-come, first-served basis. Register here.

These lunchtime discussions features prominent performers, composers, and musicologists in lively discussions with AMFS President and CEO Alan Fletcher.

For our next Changemaker Speaker Series event, world-renowned primatologist and National Geographic Explorer Mireya Mayor—dubbed the “Female Indiana Jones” by The New York Times—recounts her thrilling journey from NFL cheerleader to Emmy-nominated wildlife correspondent. A Fulbright Scholar, NSF Fellow, and mother of six, Mireya’s story proves that bold dreams and scientific discovery can go hand in hand.

Welcome to the 2025 Annual Addiction Breakfast Symposium! Join us at TACAW for a morning of insightful presentations and networking opportunities. Learn from experts in the field about the latest research and treatment options for addiction. This in-person event is a great chance to connect with like-minded individuals and expand your knowledge. Don't miss out on this valuable opportunity to make a difference in the fight against addiction! An amazing breakfast is included and will be served from 8am until about 11:30am.