Selected Community Events
Girls Just Wanna Have Fun event
May 23, 2013 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
910 North 12th Street in Grand JunctionLadies come out and shop at an event for women of all ages. This event will have spring and summer fashion, jewelry, cosmetics and salon services. Admission is free.
970-256-4289
River Canyon School Summer Camp
Jun 10, 2013 - Jun 13, 2013 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
730 25 Road in Grand JunctionCampers will be planting, digging and eating from our garden. There will be plenty of singing and crafts related to gardening.
970-639-0514
Movies Under the Stars
Jun 7, 2013 7:00 p.m.
Glade Park Fire Department located at 16400 DS Road Glade ParkA different movie each Friday night all summer till August 30. Bring your chairs and warm clothes. No outside food or beverages.
970-216-9116
Mural Jam
Jun 1, 2013 10:00 a.m.
Westlake Skateboard Park located at 325 West Orchard Avenue in Grand JunctionThis is a full day community event filled with skateboarding and painting styles. The competition incldues prizes for 1st through 3rd place in each skateboarding category and a cash prize for the People's Choice Mural. Event is free for spectators. Register with Grand Junction Parks and Rec.
970-254-3866
Tanya Griego Concert
May 25, 2013 8:00 p.m.
A Taste of Heaven Catering located at 2817 North Avenue in Grand JunctionTickets are available at A Taste of Heaven now or pay at the concert. Admission is $30 per person.
970-243-9400
HIghline Hustle Sprint Triathlon
Jun 8, 2013 Check-in: 6:30 a.m. Hours: 7:30 a.m.
Highline Lake State Park located at 1800 11 8/10 Road in Loma 81524This event includes a 500 meter swim in Highline Lake, a 16 mile bike race and a 3.5 mile trail run. Register online at www.gjcity.org. Make sure to register by May 17 and save money. Fees:
Individual divison: $65/$95 after May 17
Team division: $120/$150 after May 17
Extra meal: $10
Campsite reservations are for both Friday and Saturday night.
970-254-3866
Gun Show by JC Productions
Jun 7, 2013 - Jun 9, 2013 Friday: 4:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday: 9:00 a.m.
Mesa County Fairgrounds Community Building located at 2785 U.S. 50 in Grand JunctionAdmission is $5.
970-255-7100
Family Science Night- All About Water
Jun 6, 2013 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
John McConnell Math and Science Center located at 2660 Unaweep Avenue in Grand Junction 81503Join them for an evening of hands-on experiments and activities all about water. Fun for all ages! Admission is $5 per family.
970-254-1626
Colorado State Cowboy Action Shooting Championships
Jun 6, 2013 - Jun 8, 2013 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
William Jarvis Shooting Complex located at 3220 Reeder Mesa in Whitewater 81527The Thunder Mountain Shootists are hosting the 2013 Single Action Shooting Society (SASS). This will be the second state championship Top competitors from Colorado and surrounding states will be there. This event is free to spectators.
970-260-5363
Community Hospital Magnet 5K
Jun 1, 2013 Check-in: 8:00 a.m. Run/Walk: 8:30 a.m.
Eagle Rim Park located at 2746 Cheyenne Drive in Grand Junction 81503This is the fourth annual run/walk. Prizes and participant recognition will be held at 10:30 a.m. Admission is $25 for adults and $10 for children ages 12 and under. Proceeds from the run/walk will help support Community Hospital nurses and staff to attend the American Nurses Credentializing Center (ANCC) Conference.
970-256-6570
Grand Mesa Bowmen Safari Shoot
May 18, 2013 - May 19, 2013 All day
GMB range Glade Park. East entrance to the monument, go 5 miles and turn left to Glade Park, then go about 3 miles to our sign on the right side of the road20 3D animal targets: 1 arrow ea.; 14 safari paper animal targets: 2 arrow ea., $35.00 for family, $20.00 for single adult, $15.00 for young adult and youth for one day. You can shoot both days and shoot after dark.
Andy Peterson, 970-260-2475
Jeep Club Offroad Show
Jun 1, 2013 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Mesa County Fairgrounds located at 2785 U.S. Highway 50 in Grand JunctionThe annual Off Road Show is a gathering of off road enthusiasts including all forms of motorized creation, as well as camping, hunting and fishing. For more information, go to www.GMJC.org. Admission is free.
970-858-1394
Tee off for Testicular Cancer
May 31, 2013 - Jun 1, 2013 Friday: 6:00 p.m. Saturday: 8:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
The Golf Club at Redlands Mesa Golf Course located at 2325 West Ridges Boulevard in Grand JunctionThe Testicular Cancer Awareness Foundation is excited to announce the golf series. Kick off begins May 31st with a VIP party at 6:00 p.m. at Allen Unique Autos in Grand Junction, followed by the golf tournament on June 1st. To register, go to www.tcagolf.org. This event is to honor Jordan Jones, who is a Testicular Cancer survivor. Special guest appearances will include PGA professionals, Rick Woodson and Todd Barranger. Admission is $650 per team.
970-216-1364
The 67th annual Shrine Circus
May 24, 2013 - May 25, 2013 10:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.
Mesa County Fairgrounds Grandstrands located at 2785 U.S. Highway 50 in Grand JunctionAdvanced tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children. The day of the event tickets will be $14 for adults and $6 for children. Gates will open at 9:00 a.m. and the show will begin at 10:00 a.m.
970-243-3094
Friday Hikes
May 24, 2013 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Dominguez Canyon located in WhitewaterThis event includes fun hikes, great company, and beautiful places to see. Lunch will be provided. The registration deadline is two days prior to the event. Ages 18 and up. Admission is $5.
970-254-3866
Jazz Among the Grapevines
May 21, 2013 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Two Rivers Winery located at 2087 Broadway in Grand JunctionA Hot Tub Jazz Concert and admission is $10.
970-255-1471
David Starr, Roy Martin and Ellen Stapenhorst at KAFM
May 18, 2013 7:30 p.m.
KAFM Radio Studio located at 1310 Ute Avenue in Grand JunctionDavid Starr and Roy Martin have been making music on the western slope for several years. They have a blend of country/rock, blues, classic rock. Ellen Stapenhorst has been entertaining audiences with her original folk music and her song called "Grand Junction". Admission is $15.
970-241-8801
L'Eroica 2013 Bike Race
May 18, 2103 - May 19, 2013 Check-in: 5:30 to 6:30 a.m. Start time: 7:00 a.m.
Start location: 6th and Main in Downtown Grand Junction Finish location: Glenwood SpringsL'Eroica is not an ordinary race, it's a competition. This is a bicycle race that started in 1899 and is a 102 mile ride from Grand Junction to Glenwood Springs. Once you have finished the bike race, there will be train tickets back to Grand Junction at 1:00 p.m. the next day. The check-in time will be at 549 Main Street. The route will be the original Midland Trail Rail Route from the early 1900's. This include 90 miles of pavement and 12 miles of dirt. You must be 18 or older to ride. The entry fee is $70 per rider.
970-245-7939
HITS Triathlon Series and Fitness Festival
May 17, 2013 - May 19, 2013 Friday: 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Saturday: 6:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. Sunday: 6:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
1800 11 8/10 Road in LomaOn Friday there will be HITS Fitness and Festival and Packet and Timing Chip pick-up for all races. On Saturday there will be half and full races. On Sunday there is open, sprint, and olympic races.
845-246-8833
Grand Mesa Llama Classic
May 17, 2013 - May 19, 2013 8:00 a.m.
Mesa County Fairgrounds Covered Arena located at 2785 U.S. Highway 50 in Grand JunctionGrand Mesa Llama Show at the Mesa County Fairgrounds on Orchard Mesa off Highway 50. Admission is free.
970-255-7100
Mesa County Fair 2013
Jul 16, 2013 - Jul 20, 2013 10 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Mesa County Fairgrounds located at 2785 Highway 6 & 50 in Grand JunctionThe Mesa County Fair is an annual celebration of the county. Demolition Derby, Working Ranch Rodeo and Bull Riders will be back this year. More details of the events will be on their website.
970-256-1528
Gluten Free Grand Valley meeting
Apr 3, 2013 7:00 p.m.
Masonic Center located at 2400 Consistory Court in Grand JunctionThis month the guest speaker is Dr. Christopher Lepisto, ND. He will be talking about nutrition and celiac disease.
970-216-0351
City Hall Art Reception
Apr 5, 2013 5:50 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
City Hall located at 250 North Avenue 5th StreetThe Grand Junction Commission on Arts and Culture hosts rotating art exhibits at City Hall. Receptions are held so the public can meet the artists and enjoy exhibits.
970-254-3866
Book Cliff IAAP Chapter Meeting
Mar 13, 2013 5:30 p.m.
Taste of Heaven Catering, 2817 North AvenueAre you concerned about your online security and curious about the latest in technology? Then you do do not want to miss this presentation from Rick Castellini, KAFM, 88.1 talk show host, on “Online Security and New Technology”, Wednesday, March 13th , at A Taste of Heaven located at 2817 North Avenue. Rick hosts a call-in radio talk show, “Castellini on Computers” and is a freelance feature writer for newspapers across the country. His website HelpMeRick.com attracts more than 50,000 visits each month. Networking begins at 5:30 pm, dinner /program at 6. Cost: Members, Students and 1st Time Guests, $20.00.
Kyle Sheldon-Chandler
970.243.9899
bookcliffchapter@gmail.com
ShareFest
Apr 13, 2013 - Apr 14, 2013 All Day
Mesa CountyImagine, if thousands of people in Grand Junction decided at once, to help their neighbor
April 13th and 14th, it's happening!
How? By helping their neighbor. Home maintenance, yard work, just about anything people need help with.
If you need help or want to get involved, call 778-4880 or go to gjsharefest.com.
Deadline for requesting help is April 1st.
Vicki McGee
778-4880
eReader Workshop
Jan 8, 2013 3 p.m.
Fruita Branch Library located at 324 N. Coulson Street in FruitaWould you like to borrow library books on your Nook, Kindle, or any other eReader device? Learn how to download library books by attending this event.
970-243-4442
Patron Appreciation Open House
Dec 8, 2012 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Palisade Branch located at 119 W. Third St.Stop by during the Palisade Olde Fashioned Christmas celebration for homemade cookies, a book sale, and local authors.
970-464-7557
Santa's New Helper: puppet show
Dec 12, 2012 2:00 p.m.
Central Library located at 1st St. and Gunnison Ave.Rudolph is sick and Santa needs to find a helper to pull his sleigh. Find out who will help Santa deliver toys.
970-243-4442
Santa's New Helper: puppet show
Dec 11, 2012 10:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Central Library at 1st St. and Gunnison Ave.Rudolph is sick and Santa needs to find a helper to pull his sleigh. Find out who will help Santa deliver toys.
970-243-4442
Cardiovascular screenings
Dec 5, 2012 - Dec 7, 2012 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Wednesday and 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Friday
Supplemental Foods at 200 S. Spruce St. on Wednesday and Clifton Christian Church at 6151 I-70 Business Loop on Friday.The Mesa County Health Department will be providing free cardiovascular screenings.
970-256-2453
Caroling at Grace Point
Dec 9, 2012 - Dec 30, 2012 10:45 a.m.
Grace Point Church located at 606 28 3/4 Road in Grand Junction.Join them each Sunday for Christmas caroling at Grace Point Church and they will show how each song relates to the original Christmas story.
970-241-7026
The Nutcracker
Dec 14, 2012 - Dec 15, 2012 7:30 p.m. on Friday Saturday plus 2:00 p.m. matinee on Saturday
Grand Junction High School AuditoriumColorado Mesa University and the Grand Junction Symphony Orchestra present The Nutcracker. Prices range anywhere from $5 to $25, depending on where you are sitting.
970-243-6787
CMU Holiday Concert
Dec 9, 2012 3:00 p.m.
Moss Performing Arts Center Robinson Theater at 1231 N. 12th St.Colorado Mesa University is hosting a holiday concert. The admissions fee is $10 for adults, $8 for seniors, and $5 for students.
970-248-1604
Railroad Christmas Train Show
Dec 8, 2012 - Dec 30, 2012 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Cross Orchard Historic Farm at 3073 F RoadThe Cross Orchard Historic Farm is holding a Grand Valley Model Railroad Club Christmas Train Show. The admission fees are $1 for children under 12, $4 for an adult, and $7 for a family.
970-523-5990
Canine Christmas
Dec 8, 2012 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Center for Independence at 740 Gunnison Ave.The Center for Independence is hosting their 1st Annual Canine Christmas. Registration begins at 9:30 a.m. and the entry fee is $20. It is an additional $10 for more dogs.
970-241-0315
Susie McEntire Christmas Concert
Dec 6, 2012 7:00 p.m.
The Avalon Theatre at 745 Main St.A concert to benefit United Way of Mesa County. Reserved tickets are available at ticketswest.com, any City Markets, or by calling 866-464-2624. Ticket prices are $45 for Premier Floor Seats, $35 for Premier Balcony Seats, and $25 for Reserved Floor and Balcony.
Christmas Craft Fair
Dec 1, 2012 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Two Rivers Convention Center at 159 Main St.The Lavender Association of Western Colorado is having a Christmas Craft Fair with no cost.
970-255-5700
BNI Mesa Chapter Meeting
A Taste of Heaven Catering, 2817 North AvenueYou're invited to join the Mesa Chapter of Western Slope BNI! We're a powerful business referral group in the Grand Valley working to pass business to our fellow members.
Are you looking to grow your business?
Would referrals help you grow your business?
Can we introduce you to a team of business professionals who will want to help you build your business through referrals over time?
Then now is the time to check out Business Networking International.
For more information, please contact Leigh Ashman, publicity chair for the Mesa Chapter of Western Slope BNI, at 970-260-7002 and be her guest at our next meeting!
Leigh Ashman
970-260-7002
leigh@buzztown.com
Pretty in Pink Pageant
Jan 22, 2012 - Jan 22, 2011 1:00 p.m.- 4:30 p.m.
Masonic Lodge, GJPageant with NO boundaries regarding age or demographics
Tina David
cell: 469-867-1691
Christmas Concert
Dec 22, 2011 - Dec 24, 2011 11:00 a.m.
Landmark Baptist Church, 2711 Unaweep Avenue, Grand JunctionLandmark Baptist Church will present the cantata From Christmas to Calvary by Glenn and Jan Christianson on Friday, December 23 at 7:00 p.m. and again on Sunday, December 25 at 11:00 a.m.
In this story Hank, who is old and cantankerous and is bitter toward God and the church, learns the true meaning of Christmas—that Jesus came to earth with the sole reason of dying on the cross for our sins. Some of the choir goes caroling at Hank’s home, where he lives with his daughter and her family, and they have a great effect on Hank. Hank is able to soften his heart and overcome his bitterness enough to trust the Lord as his Saviour. Hank finds a reason for living.
The event will be held at Landmark Baptist Church located at 2711 Unaweep Avenue in Grand Junction. There is no cost and nursery is provided. Call 970-257-1047 for further information.
Landmark Baptist Church, 970-257-1047
Christmas Classics Concert
Dec 19, 2011 - Dec 21, 2011 7:00 p.m.
First United Methodist Church on 5th and WhiteYour Holiday Favorites presented by High Desert Opera. Tix available at Roper Music and at the door. $12 adults, $5 students, children under 12 free.
Tarasina Compagni
9702503545
Gateway Canyons New Years Eve Celebration
Dec 30, 2011 - Jan 1, 2012 7:00 p.m.
Gateway Canyon Palisade Event CenterChampagne & chocolate covered strawberries upon arrival, welcome reception at 7pm, dinner at 8pm, dancing after dinner and fireworks at midnight. $98 per person $199 per couple. Including lodging $399 per couple.
Front Desk Staff
(970) 931-2458
BRAIN Business Expo.
Dec 2, 2011 - Dec 4, 2011 3:00 p.m.-5:00 pm
501 Main St. Grand JunctionBusiness expo open to the public. Hot chocolate, hot apple cider, over 30 give a ways.
Ron Rehberg
970-462-4592
Holiday Heroes Drive
Dec 19, 2011 - Dec 21, 2011 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Central High SchoolAnyone interested can arrive at Central High School during the designated time and are welcome to the assortment of clothing, toys and toiletries gathered—free of charge. Individuals can take anything for themselves or for someone they know in need of help this holiday season! This event is being hosted to help families through the holiday season.
Selina
970-216-2999
Applebee's Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser for Toys for Tots
Dec 2, 2011 - Dec 4, 2011 8:00am-11:00am
Applebee's, MontroseAll you can eat pancakes, eggs, sausage, coffee and tea for $5.00 donation! Come have a great breakfast with family, friends and Marines!
Ellen Flanary
(970) 901-5369 (talk/text)
6th ANNUAL STUFF THE BUS for TOYS FOR TOTS
Dec 9, 2011 - Dec 11, 2011 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Walgreen's in MontroseHelp us stuff a big, yellow school bus with toys for less fortunate children in the local community! Bring a new, unwrapped toy, or let the elves help you find one in Walgreen's! Live remote broadcast from local radio station, Santa appearance! Thanks for your support.
Ellen Flanary
(970)901-5369
Marine Toys for Tots Montrose Distribution Day
Dec 16, 2011 - Dec 18, 2011 8:00am-2:00pm
Travelin' Tots Building, North 1st St., Montrose, COToys will be distributed to parents/guardians of less fortunate children in the local community that submitted applications. Last year we distributed toys for over 2,300 children.
Ellen P. Flanary
(970) 901-5369
Santa Claus is coming to DRC
Dec 9, 2011 - Dec 11, 2011 11:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m.
Dinosaur Resource CenterSanta Claus will be coming to the Dinosaur Resource Center from 11am-3pm. We have our craft table available for the children to make an ornament for our Christmas tree as well as one for themselves. So come and see Santa and help us decorate our Christmas tree! Included with cost of museum admission.
Deb Robillard
719-686-1820
Grand Valley hCG Support Group
Nov 14, 2011 - Nov 16, 2011 7:00 p.m.
Community HospitalGrand Valley hCG Support Group at Community Hospital Lower Level Conference Room. Meeting is open to public. If you want to know more about the hCG diet and meet others who have lost weight doing the hCG diet, please come.For questions call 234-1185.
Michele Allowitz
970-234-1185
Thunder Mountain Camera Club monthly meeting
Nov 21, 2011 - Nov 23, 2011 7:00 p.m.
River of Alliance Church, 701 24 1/2 Road, Grand JunctionThunder Mountain Camera Club will hold its monthly meeting on the 4th Tuesday, November 22, beginning at 7:00 p.m. at the River of Alliance Church, 701 24 1/2 Road, Grand Junction. There will be a program and photos for “Picture Story” will be reviewed. For more information contact: Kathleen @ 260-7488.
Kathleen @ 260-7488
Santa Visits the Hotchkiss Fire Station - 2011
Dec 16, 2011 - Dec 18, 2011 10:00a.m.-2:00p.m.
195 W. Hotchkiss Ave, Hotchkiss, CO 814194th Annual Visit by Santa to the Hotchkiss Fire Station. Gifts for children. Refreshments for all. Tours of the station and equipment. Peaceful and non-commercial environment to visit Santa
John C. Sell, Jr.
970-872-4584
Mosaics: Where Ballet, Jazz, Hip-Hop & Music Come Together
Dec 16, 2011 - Dec 18, 2011 2:00 p.m.
Colorado Mesa University's Robinson TheatreAbsolute Dance of Grand Junction is proud to announce the upcoming presentation of "Mosaics: Where Ballet, Jazz, Hip-Hop & Music Come Together." This production will feature performances by dancers in the pre-professional performance companies at Absolute Dance and other special guests. Join us for this night of eclectic performances celebrating talented Grand Valley dancers and musicians. $6, $8, and $12 tickets available. For more information, call Absolute Dance, or visit http://www.absolutedancegj.com.
Theresa Kahl
(970) 255-8322
Free Memory Screening
Nov 14, 2011 - Nov 16, 2011 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Visiting Angels 2470 F Road Suite 6 Grand JunctionAlzheimer's Foundation of America National Memory Screening Day - free screening
Debbie Harrison 970-254-8888
Benefit Concert for the Mientka Famiuy
Nov 19, 2011 - Nov 21, 2011 1:30 p.m.
Sacred Heart Church in PaoniaOn Sunday, November 20, there will be a benefit concert for the Mientka family at Sacred Heart Church in Paonia at 1:30 PM. The church is located at the corner of Third St and North Fork Ave. .
If you need more information, please call Gretchen Nicholoff at 970-261-0889
Best of the West Final Concert
Dec 2, 2011 - Dec 4, 2011 3:30 p.m.
CMU, Moss Performing Arts Center, Robinson TheatreFree Concert
Laura Bradley
970-248-1604
Sacred Music Choir and Orchestra Concert
Nov 19, 2011 - Nov 21, 2011 7:00 pm-8:00 pm
2542 G RoadFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – NON-PROFIT
Sacred Music Choir and Orchestra Concert
Monte Atkinson, Conductor
At LDS Church on 2542 G Road, Grand Junction
Sunday evening, November 20, 2011, 7:00 pm
Free Admission
The public is cordially invited to a special performance of beloved American hymns for choir and symphony orchestra, conducted by Monte Atkinson, professor of music at Colorado Mesa University. Presented as the annual Stake President’s Concert of the Grand Junction West Stake of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, the program includes stirring renditions of The Lord is My Shepherd, Amazing Grace, The Spirit of God Like a Fire is Burning, Jesus, Once of Humble Birth, My Song in the Night, and other great hymns.
Featuring a choir of 95 voices with symphony orchestra, including harp, bagpipe, and pipe organ, these beautiful and powerful hymn settings bring to life some of our most treasured hymns. The program will last an hour and is best suited for those 8 and older. Seating opens at 6:30 pm.
JoEllen Foutz at 970-243-1486 or Adam Cochran at 970-201-6638
Collbran Christmas Craft Show
Dec 2, 2011 - Dec 4, 2011 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Collbran Auditorium & Grace Bible ChurchFun family & community shopping day with tons of local vendors. We'll have everything from clothing to candy & food, crafts, art, and MUCH more!
Sammi
970-487-0108
Hanly-Houle Piano Duo
Nov 16, 2011 - Nov 18, 2011 7:30 p.m.
CMU, Moss Performing Arts Center, Recital Hall$10 adults, $8 seniors, $5 students
Laura Bradley
970-248-1604
Workshop on starting a nonprofit organization
Nov 2, 2011 - Nov 4, 2011 1:00 p.m.
Downtown GJ Alpine Bank 2nd floor conference roomFree workshop for anyone thinking of starting a new nonprofit organization.
Cindy Rhodes
970 243-3767
Rocking Horse Saloon Christmas Bazaar
Oct 21, 2011 - Oct 23, 2011 10:00a.m.-2:00p.m.
1571 16 Road, Loma, COProducts from women's home businesses
Karen Gallegos
970-858-4152
GirlFest Grand Junction
Oct 21, 2011 - Oct 23, 2011 6:00 p.m.
Lincoln Park, the LoopFree event featuring everything for women and girls of all ages. Fundraiser for Project Hope which puts on the Prom for the Special Needs population every year in Grand Junction! Full line up of entertainment and demos, and lots of great booths!
Susie Larson
970-623-7657
Tips for Buying Telescopes
Oct 24, 2011 - Oct 26, 2011 7:00 p.m.
OLD Montrose Council Chambers, 24 S. Uncompahgre St. Montrose, COOn October 25th, the Black Canyon Astronomical Society will offer tips on buying telescope and binocular equipment for all levels of interest.
This free program starts at 7PM at the Old Montrose Council Chambers, 24 S. Uncompahgre St., on Centennial Plaza. For more information, call the BCAS at 970 874-6926 or go to www.blackcanyonastronomy.com
BCAS 970 874-6926
"The Language of This Land" Writers' Conference
Oct 6, 2011 - Oct 10, 2011 12:00pm
800 Colorado"The Language of This Land" to be held Oct. 7-9 in Grand Junction.
Legendary Native American author Leslie Marmon Silko, who rarely appears in public, and has authored many novels, including Ceremony, an American classic, will read Oct. 8th from her newest book, The Turquoise Ledge, at a downtown G.J. banquet. Her appearance is part of an inaugural writers' conference, "The Language of This Land," held by the Western Colorado Writers' Forum.
Ten other authors will read and teach over the weekend-long conference, including Colorado Poet Laureate David Mason, novelist Will Hobbs, Telluride poet & journalist Art Goodtimes, award-winning Colorado novelist Laura Hendrie, and several well-known Colorado poets, including G.J.'s Luis Lopez and Wendy Videlock, and Janice Gould, of Colorado Springs.
Most of the conference workshops and the banquet will be held downtown, with two other workshops to be held at Colorado Mesa University and one at the Colorado National Monument.
Two Front Range editors, Pilgrimage editor Maria Melendez and The Nervous Breakdown's Uche Ogbuchi, will teach a workshop for writers on submissions and online promotion. Melendez will also offer manuscript critiques and individual sessions with writers.
Three free workshops open to the public, limited to 30, will be offered. The downtown public library will host one class in poetry, and one in journalism, taught by Videlock and Goodtimes. David Mason will team up with a naturalist from the Colorado National Monument for a Saturday morning of hiking, learning geology and flora and fauna, and writing.
Ute elder Clifford Duncan, of Utah, will speak at the banquet, together with Mason and Silko, and also speak at the final event, a community breakfast open to the public downtown at 800 Colorado the morning of Sunday, Oct. 9. The two-hour breakfast will feature storytelling and readings by visiting writers and Ute, Basque, Hispanic, Greek, African-American, Anglo and other speakers on their origins in this region.
For information or to register, call 970.257-4662 or visit www.westerncoloradowriters.org
Sandra Dorr, 433-6800
Zumba Party in Pink
Oct 20, 2011 - Oct 22, 2011 7:00 pm-9:00 pm
Palisade gym-711 Iowa AveCome decked out in pink and participate in 2 solid hours of zumba for $5. All proceeds go to raise money for Breast Cancer Awareness.
Sarah Brooks
970-464-5602
SRIKE for a CURE
Oct 6, 2011 - Oct 8, 2011 7:00 p.m.
Freeway BowlFundraiser for Making Strides against Breast Cancer of Mesa County
Tamara Green
970-640-2682
Trick-or-Treat Street & Halloween Carnival
Oct 27, 2011 - Oct 29, 2011 6-8 pm
Downtown Palisade and Palisade GymnasiumFrom 4-6pm come to Palisade dressed in costume for trick-or-treating at all the down town businesses located on 3rd street and Main street. Then attend the Halloween Carnival from 6-8pm at the gym at 711 Iowa Ave. The carnival is $2 for children 4 and over, children under 4 are free.
Sarah Brooks
970-464-5602
2nd Annual Alpaca Days
Oct 8, 2011 - Oct 10, 2011 11:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.
Sheriff Posse Arena 25 &F1/2 Roadsannual event to allow the public to learn more about alpacas
9708588866
BuzzTown University: Learn the 4 Rules of Internet Marketing
Sep 27, 2011 - Sep 29, 2011 12:00pm-2:00
Western Colorado Botanical GardensJoin BuzzTown.com for the first BuzzTown University Class! This free, 2-hour class gets you started in the exciting world of social marketing. You'll learn the fundamentals of social marketing as well as how to best use them for your business.
Please RSVP, classes fill up quickly, email to leigh@buzztown.com.
Leigh Ashman
leigh@buzztown.com
970-260-7002
Hip Hop Workshop w/Michael Vargas
Sep 16, 2011 - Sep 18, 2011 7:00 pm
LaPUERTA Dance StudioMeet Michael Vargas
Michael Vargas aka "Xmastreemike" has been a dancer since 2003 where he got his first role in the feature film You Got Served. From there, his career has taken off working with such artists as Missy Elliott, Ciara, Ryan Leslie, Fergie, Omarion, and is currently on tour with Justin Bieber. Michael didn't start dancing until the age of 19 when he moved to LA from the Bay Area in 2002.
He has trained with the biggest names in the industry and has worked his way to become well respected in the dance industry.
Price: $15 in advance or $20 at the door
About The Ground Level
The Ground Level’s mission is to help others in their dance goals by attracting celebrated industry professionals who bring the latest dance choreography, dance trends, audition and industry advice.
Stacey Wales
832-244-5202
Journey Into Dyslexia - an HBO Documentary
Oct 10, 2011 - Oct 12, 2011 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Goodwill Community Room 630 24 1/2 Road, G.J. Co. 81505Your invited to join us for a special viewing of "Journey into Dyslexia" - an HBO documentary.
JOURNEY INTO DYSLEXIA presents profiles of dyslexic students and adults who share their experiences of struggling in school and then succeeding in life. Academy-Award winning filmmakers Alan and Susan Raymond examine the complexities of this differently structured brain and debunk the myths and misperceptions about dyslexia. Journey into Dyslexia reveals that many adult professionals who once struggled to learn in school consider their dyslexia a unique gift and the defining reason behind their success.
Cheryl Gaines @ 970-201-1253 or Londa Taets @ 970-254-5522
Earth Science Day at DRC
Oct 7, 2011 - Oct 9, 2011 11:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m.
Dinosaur Resource Center, 201 S. Fairview St., Woodland Park, COThe Challenger Learning Center will bring their planetarium to the RMDRC with continual shows. The CLCC StellarPortal is an out-of-this-world astronomy experience! The inflatable, portable planetarium enables participants to experience the night sky no matter what the weather or the time of day. Constellations, moon phases, planets, seasons, and deep sky objects can be observed in the StellarPortal. Sit back, relax, and enjoy your solar system, as a trained astronomer blasts you off into an adventure that is out of this world!
Deb Robillard
719-686-1820
The Western Colorado Train Show
Sep 30, 2011 - Oct 3, 2011 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Montrose County FairgroundsTrain show with vendor booths, operating layouts, clinics, and more.
Rod von Bernuth
970-243-5582
Voice Faculty Recital
Sep 21, 2011 - Sep 23, 2011 7:30 p.m.
CMU, Moss Performing Arts Center, Recital Hall$10 adult, $8 senior, $5 student
Laura Bradley; 970-248-1954
Canyonlands Day Trip
Sep 23, 2011 - Sep 25, 2011 7:30 a.m.
Moab and CanyonlandsTake a day trip to Canyonlands National Park and explore the park by foot and bus. Afterwords dine in one of Moab's fine establishments
Sarah Brooks
464-5602
Free Dental Day
Sep 22, 2011 - Sep 24, 2011 8:00am
Dr Gillis Office 1190 Bookcliff Ave. Unit 201 and Dr. Weenig's Office 790 Wellington Ave. Suite 205The dental offices of Dr. Julie Gillis, Dr. Kenneth Perino and Dr. Duane Weenig will offer basic dental care to persons unable to afford dental care. Patients should arrive to the offices of Dr. Gillis and Dr. Weenig at 8 a.m. Friday September 23, 2011 to be screened. They will give given an appointment time and location for treatment Saturday, September 24, 2011
Mackenzie Perino 970-640-7982
Thunder Mountain Camera Club monthly meeting
Sep 26, 2011 - Sep 28, 2011 7:00 pm
River of Alliance Church, 701 24 1/2 Road, Grand JunctionThunder Mountain Camera Club will hold its monthly meeting on the 4th Tuesday, September 27, beginning at 7:00 p.m. at the River of Alliance Church, 701 24 1/2 Road, Grand Junction. The program will be “Another (Wasted) Evening with David Cooper.” For more information contact: Kathleen @ 260-7488.
Kathleen @ 260-7488
Redlands United Methodist Church Fall kick-off
Sep 10, 2011 - Sep 12, 2011 9:11 am
Redlands United Methodist ChurchRedlands United Methodist Church will be holding its annual fall kick-off, Sunday September 11.
A combined Contemporary\Traditional Church Service remembering the events of 9/11 and celebrating the Hope that transpired from this Historical Tragedy will be held at 9:11 a.m. followed by a pot luck brunch.
Please join us during this time to celebrate the resilience of the American people as well as learning more about the ministries Redlands United Methodist Church offers. Sunday school for all ages will be held during the service. A nursery will be available during the service and pot luck.
RUMC Youth Group also begins its fall schedule that evening. Grades 6-12 will meet in the fellowship hall from 5-7 p.m. Students are invited to come and participate in a spiritual journey among friends from around the Valley.
Redlands United Methodist Church is located at 527 Village Way off of Broadway.
If you have questions please call RUMC at (970)245-1478
Gary Haddock
(970)245-1478
1st Annual Bully Extravaganza
Sep 9, 2011 - Sep 11, 2011 9:00 a.m.
Mesa County Fair GroundsPit Bull dog show. Created to promote the breed. No females in heat, no pups under 3 months, NO AGRESSIVE PEOPLE OR DOGS!
970-623-4958
lotekennels.webs.com
Seven Falls Dancers at DRC
Sep 2, 2011 - Sep 4, 2011 11:00 am-4:00 pm
Dinosaur Resource CenterOn the front plaza at the Dinosaur Resource Center. Native American Art, Jewelry & Crafts will be displayed. At 1pm & 2:30pm the Seven Falls Indian Dancers will perform Native American dancing (weather permitting). Come and join the fun!
Deb Robillard
719-686-1820
Mariachi Concert
Aug 26, 2011 - Aug 28, 2011 6:30 p.m.
Grand River VineyardsNight Of Music With Head Start
Date: 8-27-2011
Time: Gate Opens at 6:30 p.m.
Place: Grand River Vineyards
787 N. Elberta Palisade, Co
Ticket Price $15.00 per person
At Gate $17.00
Children Under 12 years old get in free
All proceeds will benefit the Head Start parents
Tickets are sold at Fisher Liquor Barn, Roper Music, Grand River Vineyards, Rocky Mountain SER Head Start
Reona Beltran
(970) 243-9318
Gateway Canyons Hosts The Williams Brothers Band
Aug 20, 2011 6:00 p.m.- 9:30 p.m.
Gateway Canyons Amphitheater in Gateway, ColoradoLive music, buffet style dinner with grilled Mahi Mahi fish tacos and chicken fajitas along with all the trimmings for only $20 per person. Overnight packages start at $97 per person based on double occupancy, excluding tax. Come join us for an exciting concert in the Canyons.
(970)931-2458
www.gatewaycanyons.com
Gateway Dynamite Shoot
Behind Gateway Community Center, Gateway ColoradoShots of firearms setting off major explosions of dynamite!!! Bring the whole family out for a BLAST!!!
Dawn@gufd.org
(970)931-2252
(970)931-2214
Teacher Appreciation Breakfast
2455 hwy 6&50 Grand Junction CO 81505Annual breakfast to show our appreciation to the teachers of District 51
Gary Grant 970-242-1800
Womens Car care Workshop
Aug 16, 2011 6:30 p.m.
610 Foresight Circle E Grand Junction, CO 81505 Questions, call: (970) 243-3404Learn about basic auto care questions, such as:
• How to change a tire
• What maintenance should I be performing?
• Why is maintenance important?
• How do I check my fluids, and what fluids should I be checking?
• Other questions that you would like to know.
DINNER WILL BE SERVED! Come hungry!
D & G AutoCare
Gretchen Haynes
970-243-3404
Evening Under the Stars Community Concert
Aug 27, 2011 6:30 p.m.
Lincoln ParkFree, family friendly event. Music provided by the Centennial Band, Talking Rhythms and GJ Symphony Orchestra. Sponsored by Wells Fargo.
Kristen Woods-Madril, GJSO Marketing Director 970-243-6787
Gateway Canyons BBQ Blues
Sep 3, 2011 2:00 pm-10:00 pm
Gateway Canyons Ampetheater in Gateway, Colorado5 Blues Bands including headliner The Hazel Miller Band, Little Joe McLerran & Robbie Mack, Teresa Lynne & The Dreamboats, The Brian Hornbuckle Band, and Steve Crenshaw. Fireworks at dark and food & craft vendors. Tickets are $20 in advance and can be purchased at City Market Stores. Tickets purchased at the gate are $25.
(970) 931-2458
WWW.gatewaycanyons.com
Son Run fundraiser
Aug 12, 2011 11:00 am-2:00 pm
Texas RoadhouseLunch fundraiser.
Pulled pork sandwich, baked beans, caesar salad, and beverage.
$10 per person. Funds going to help local uninsured cancer patients through the Son Run 5K.
Tami Duran
210-0565
Light Gives Heat Presents: Rough-Cut Screening of "Moving On"
The Avalon Theater, downtown Grand JunctionLight Gives Heat is screening their full-length rough-cut documentary "Moving On." The documentary is about a young couple who gives up everything to see if they can effect the world around them and in the process are completely changed. The film documents Light Gives Heat founders, Dave and Morgan Hansow, and three of the friends they made in Uganda, Africa. Guests who fill out a short questionnaire after the screening will receive a free SUUBI necklace. Tickets are $10 in advance, $15 at the door.
Miranda Crace
(734) 552-3844
Beyond Boundaries Dance Collective Auditions
May 2, 2011 - May 3, 2011 4:00 p.m.
MSC, Moss Performing Arts Center, Dance StudioBeyond Boundaries Dance Collective is auditioning experienced dancers for their July 2011 concert.
Laura Bradley; 970-248-1954
Drawings for wallhanging and special gift pack
Feb 4, 2011 - Feb 15, 2011 Business hours
Alida's fruits, 500 MainValentine's Day drawings for quilted wall hanging and special gift pack.
434.8769, www.alidasfruits.com
Music & Grandma's Cherry Cheesecake Sampling
Feb 4, 2011 - Feb 14, 2011 business hours
Alida's Fruits434.8769, www.alidasfruits.com
Arts, Hearts & Tarts Event @ Crossroads Wine & Spirits
Feb 1, 2011 - Feb 16, 2011 Business hours
611 24 Road10% off sparkling wine and Beso de Vino Garnacha; $16.99 Bud Light 24 pack; 10% off cheese; 5% off steaks, burgers & sausage.
257.1557
Adult Latin Jazz Dance Workout
Creative AvenuesJoin us to burn some of those holiday calories and have a great time learning some basic latin jazz. No experience necessary. For ages 14 and up. $5/class
www.creativeavenues.com
BINGO
567 25 1/2 Road GJBingo every week with progressive pots
every Sun.at 1:30pm
every Tue. at 7:00pm
Leland 858-7113 or
Dennis 242-4154
Fruita Recreation Youth Soccer Registration
Jul 13, 2009 - Aug 24, 2009 Open Registration
Fruita Parks & Recreation Office 325 E. Aspen Street FruitaFruita Recreation is currently accepting registrations for youth soccer this fall. The cost is $40 and includes a participant t-shirt.
The Fruita Soccer League is for boys and girls in grades K - 5. Games begin 9/12, practice starts 8/24.
Volunteer coaches are needed. Practices will take place at local parks and games will be played at the new Little Salt Wash Park located at 651 North Pine Street on Saturdays.
Look for more information in the upcoming activities in the guide to be released July 23.
Fruita Parks & Recreation 970-858-0360 or www.fruita.org
BeautiControl Learn to Earn Event
Jul 16, 2009 6:00 pm
Clifton Christian Church Family Life Center 615 I-70 BThis is the best BeautiControl event of the summer! For more information and to register, contact Sherronna.
Sherronna Bishop
970-201-7072
djenglandspawarrior@live.com
Main Street Design Open House
Jul 9, 2009 5:00 pm to 8:30 pm
6th & Main Street Downtown Grand JunctionA proposed design for the new look of Main Street has been approved by the DDA Board of Directors and City Council. This is a conceptual design for the four blocks of Main Street between 3rd and 7th Streets. A public open house will be held Thursday during the Farmers' Market on Main Street. All comments on the proposed design are welcome and encouraged.
As part of the public process for The Downtown Uplift project, this is the second public open house. The proposed design has emerged from Main Street merchant and general community feedback as well as technical evaluation. The Downtown Uplift is funded primarily by the Downtown Development Authority and is a Downtown Partnership project.
The design calls for basic improvements to the infrastructure, a concrete surface, tree replacement and increased pedestrian space and amenities in all four blocks. In addition, the 400 block design shows a dramatic increase in pedestrian space and amenities with no on-street parking. Traffic flow and drop-off ears are preserved in all blocks. Additional mparking spaces may be gained on side streets and the breezeway to the parking garage in the 400 block will aid accessibility to Main Street businesses.
The proposed design can be seen after July 9 on the Downtown Partnership Web site, www.downtowngj.org.
Downtown Partnership
970-245-9697
Home Buyers Education Class
Jul 15, 2009 - Jul 16, 2009 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm
1011 North 10th Street, Grand Junction, COCHFA approved home buyers education
Amy Case
970-245-0388
ext. 214
Home Buyer Education Class
Aug 20, 2009 5:30 - 9:30
1011 North 10th Street, Grand JunctionCHFA approved home buyers education
Amy Case
970-245-0388
ext. 214
Fossil Identification & Behind the Scene Tour
Jul 25, 2009 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Dinosaur Journey 550 Jurassic Court Fruita, COThe community is invited to brin gtheir plant or animal fossil finds to be identified by the Museum of Western Colorado's expert team of paleontologists from Dinosaur Journey during Dinosaur Days.
The Fossil Collections Room will also be open for guided tours by museum staff during this time. Like most museums, Dinosaur Journey has far more specimesn stored in its collections than on display. It holds a large number of local late Jurassic-age dinosaur bones and an abundance of plant and other animal fossils collected by museum staff and donated by friends of the museum.
Fossil identification and behind-the-scenes tour are open to all ages and included in the admission for the museum during Dinosaur Days at the prehistoric rate of $1/person.
Dinosaur Journey
550 Jurassic Court
Fruita, CO
970-858-7282