March Events

Information Courtesy the Grand Junction VCB:

March 06, 2009 6:30 - 9 p.m.Free
Exhibits Opening: 17th Annual Western Colorado Watercolor Society National Juried Exhibit (until April 10th)--- Continuing: The Metalworkers sponsored by Western Slope Auto Co.
(until March 14th)--- Meredith Nemirov: The Aspen Series sponsored by The Art Center Guild (until March 14th)
The Art Center1803 N. 7th Street, Grand Junction, CO 81501 970-243-7337 www.gjartcenter.org

Celtica Symphonia at the historic Avalon
March 13, 2009 8:30 PMIn advance Adults $15, Youth $5. Available at Roper Music

Colorado West School of Performing Arts Presents "Celtica Symphonia". A St. Patrick's Day celebration for the whole family.
645 Main Street, CO www.musicbyfeast.com

Horse Show
March 14, 2009 to March 15, 20098:00 AM - 10:00 AMFree to the public
Presented by the Grand Valley Dressage Society
Mesa County Fairgrounds Covered Arena2785 US Highway 50, Grand Junction, CO 970-255-7100

Arlo Guthrie Concert at the historic Avalon
March 20, 2009 to March 27, 2009Doors Open at 6:30pm / Show Starts at 7:30 pmAll seats reserved - $30
"A distinctive, expressive voice in a crowded community of singer-songwriters and political-social commentators."
645 Main Street, CO 866-464-2626 www.ticketswest.com

4-H Horse Show
March 21, 2009 8:00 AMFree to the public
4-H Fun Horse Show
Mesa County Fairgrounds Covered Arena2785 US Highway 50, Grand Junction, CO 970-255-7100

Western Colorado Chorale Presents
March 23, 2009 Adult - $16.00 Senior (65 and over) - $15.00 Student - $7.50
Spectacular Opera Choruses & Ensembles----- The Chorale presents a thrilling potpourri of magnificent choruses from the opera repertory that spotlights various ensembles.
Mesa State College1100 North Avenue, CO (970) 243-6787 www.gjsymphony.org

The Cat's Meow
March 27, 2009 to March 28, 2009Fri 7:30 pm, Sat 2 pm and 7:30 pm$10 available at the door, all City Markets, Albertsons on 12th St. and Redlands, Safeway
The "Roaring Twenties" lives again. The Grand Junction Senior Theatre presents, "The Cat's Meow", a musical comedy set in Chicago - 1929. A notorious gangster and his gang have just robbed the bank across the street from the Paradise Theater. With police in hot pursuit, they hide out in the theater. A comedy of errors ensue with mistaken identities, love sick ingenues, showgirls, tap dancers and the Chicago Morality Society.
Central High School Auditorium550 Warrior Way, CO (970)314-7716

Patagonia's Wild and Scenic Environmental Films at the Avalon
March 28, 2009 Social hour 6:00 Movie 7:00 pm$5.00 advance (available on our website and at Whitewater West, 418 S 7th St), $7.00 at the doo
The festival tour brings together the best of Patagonia's Wild and Scenic films to Grand Junction in a two-hour program that leaves people feeling inspired and motivated to go out and make a difference in their community and around the world. The films expose people to forward-thinking ideas and global awareness. The chosen films not only highlight environmental concerns but also provide solutions, reaching people through beautiful imagery like the sweeping landscapes of the west --- and inspiring local individuals to get involved in protecting the environment. ------------ Event Includes: Two hours of motivating and exciting films, beer and wine, socializing, door prizes (Patagonia fleece jackets, and six-nights in the San Juan Hut System for example), display tables, meet the director, dancer, and Native American actress of the featured local film Living Temples - Sacred Land. ------More information at www.wildandscenicfilmfestival.org
The Avalon Theater645 Main Street, CO www.wccongress.org/

November Events

The Majesty of the Night concert
November 01, 2008 to November 03, 20087:30 pm November 1 and 3, 2008Advance ticket prices are $16.00 for adults, $15.00 for seniors. At-the-door prices are $18.00 for adults, $16.00 for seniors. All student tickets are $7.50.
The concert theme highlights music composed and performed for evening events. Two Haydn compositions, a contemporary work, Night Water, by Eric Whitacre, Brahms’ Liebeslieder Waltzes, and the Rachmaninoff Vespers combine to create an unprecedented evening of musical experience.
Mesa State Recital Hall970-263-0910 http://visitgrandjunction.com/url_tracking.php?List_ID=485&url=www.gjsymphony.org

Boulder Acoustic Society Concert
November 01, 2008 7 pm.$15
From festivals to rock clubs, dive bars to house concerts, BAS has won fans wherever they have appeared. "We are really happy to bring this incredible group to our Radio Room audience." said Radio Room Manager, John Anglim. "it's exactly the kind of act that our audience loves great writing, wonderful musicianship, and a great connection with their audience. Boulder Acoustic Society is going to be talked about for years to come! --------ALSO-- Come early at 5:30 for the opening of the art exhibit in the Radio Room featuring works by the Rocky Mountain Collage Society.
Radio Room at KAFM1310 Ute Avenue, CO 241-8801 ext 7 http://visitgrandjunction.com/url_tracking.php?List_ID=531&url=www.kafmradio.org

Cultural & Literacy Fest
November 01, 2008 10am-4pm
Informational booths and displays, refreshments, prizes, face painting, and clowns. Entertainment by Talking Rythms drum group at 11am, Celtic Dancers at Noon, Sultan's Pride bellydancers at 1pm and Ballet Folkloric at 2pm.
Mesa County Public Library530 Grand Ave, CO 970-245-5522 http://visitgrandjunction.com/url_tracking.php?List_ID=593&url=www.mcpld.org

The Majesty of the Night-Chorale Performance
November 01, 2008 7:30pm$16 Adults in advance, $15 Seniors in advance, $18 Adults at door, $16 Seniors at door, $7.50 students
The Western Colorado Chorale presents music composed and performed just for this evening's events.
Recital Hall-Moss Performing Arts CenterMesa State College, 1231 N. 12th Street, CO 970-243-6787 http://visitgrandjunction.com/url_tracking.php?List_ID=594&url=www.gjsymphony.org

Free Sunday at the Botanical Gardens
November 02, 2008 10:00 AM - 4:30 PMFREE
Free Sunday at the Botanical Gardens, Greenhouse and Butterfly House on the first Sunday of every month throughout the year. We are thrilled to announce that the Colorado Java House now will be selling coffee and tea in the Greenhouse on Free Sundays. 50% of the proceeds will benefit the WCBG!
Western Colorado Botanical Gardens and Butterfly House641 Struthers Ave., CO 970-245-9030 http://visitgrandjunction.com/url_tracking.php?List_ID=70&url=www.wcbotanic.org

Free Family Skate Night
November 04, 2008 6:40-9pm
Every first Tuesday of the month, enjoy free skating and a free mini-lesson on ice.
Glacier Ice Arena2515 River Road, CO 970-242-7465 http://visitgrandjunction.com/url_tracking.php?List_ID=595&url=www.theglacier.net

Music to Your Ears
November 05, 2008 4-6pm
Interactive program for learning more about music with live guitar performance. Presented by author of "A Composer's Guide to Understanding Music," Dr. Brandon.
Mesa County Public Library530 Grand Ave, CO 970-683-2437 http://visitgrandjunction.com/url_tracking.php?List_ID=596&url=www.mcpld.org

Ballif Duo-Flute & Clarinet Performance
November 05, 2008 7:30pm$10 Adults, $8 Seniors, $5 Students/Children
Performing the world premiere of "Regal Variations" by Sy Brandon. Kristi Ballif on flute and Adam Ballif on clarinet.
Recital Hall-Moss Performing Arts CenterMesa State College, 1231 N. 12th Street, CO 970-248-1604 http://visitgrandjunction.com/url_tracking.php?List_ID=597&url=www.mesastate.edu

Shel's Shorts-Theatrical Performance
November 06, 2008 to November 08, 20087:30pm$10 adults, $8 Seniors, $5 students. Must be age 14+
Beloved children's author, Shel Silverstein, reveals his less retained, more adult sense of humor in this fantastic theatrical retreat especially for grownups. This series of short scenes features a host of quirky characters and the type of biting, sardonic wit that only Shel Silverstein can deliver.
Black Box-Moss Performing Arts CenterMesa State College, 1231 N 12th Street, CO 970-248-1604

Poetry Reading Series
November 06, 2008 7pm
Poets and writers of Mesa State College featuring readings by T.J. Gerlach, Jennifer Hancock and Constance Holland.
Planet Earth & the Four Direction Gallery524 Colorado Ave, Downtown Grand Junction, CO 970-256-9630

Pianist Joel Fan
November 07, 2008 7:30 pmTickets are $15 in advance, $18 at the door, students are $5.
Western Slope Chamber Music Series presents pianist Joel Fan. What a season opener to inaugurate the new Steinway piano! World-famous pianist Joel Fan is a member of Yo-Yo Ma's Silk Road Ensemble
American Lutheran Church631 26 ½ Road, CO http://visitgrandjunction.com/url_tracking.php?List_ID=603&url=www.mesastate.edu/schools/shss/fpa/music/MSCMusic/Calendar.html

US Bank Rim Rock Run
November 08, 2008
Packet Pick-Up will take place at U.S. Bank located at 422 White Avenue in downtown Grand Junction from noon until 5pm on Friday November 7. Comfort Inn located at 400 Jurassic Avenue in Fruita will host packet pick-up from 6pm until 8pm on Friday November 7. There will be no race day packet pick-up or registration.
Colorado National Monumenthttp://visitgrandjunction.com/url_tracking.php?List_ID=190&url=www.rimrockrun.org/

Veterans' Day Parade
November 08, 2008 2-3pm
Main StreetDowntown Grand Junction, CO http://visitgrandjunction.com/url_tracking.php?List_ID=522&url=www.downtowngj.org

Second Saturday Film Series-Reprise
November 08, 2008 3pm and 7pmMember $5.50, Adults $8, Students $6.50
REPRISE: A reflection on friendship and youthful exuberance. Reprise is buoyed by visual flourish and an infectious energy - a throwback to the French New Wave - mixes film stocks, delights in cinematic references, and employs flashbacks, flashforwards.
Avalon Theater645 Main Street, Downtown Grand Junction, CO 970-242-2188 http://visitgrandjunction.com/url_tracking.php?List_ID=581&url=www.AvalonTheatreGJ.com

Symphony Gala: Paint the Town Red!
November 15, 2008 Contact Symphony office: (970) 243-6787
Dance to the Grand Junction Symphony Orchestra, dine on gourmet fare and fine wine, and discover all the enchantment that awaits at the Paint the Town Red Symphony Gala. The ballroom will be aglow with friends new and old as the Grand Junction Symphony celebrates its 31st season. Tables for 10 or individual seating at host tables now available.
Two Rivers Convention Center Ballroomhttp://visitgrandjunction.com/url_tracking.php?List_ID=569&url=www.gjsymphony.org

RECKLESS -- Dinner Theatre
November 19, 2008 to November 22, 20087:30 pmFor tickets and information, please call Box Office at (970) 248-1604.
An award-winning Christmas fable for our time. Rachel has a problem. It’s Christmas Eve and she is ecstatically happy, as she repeatedly tells her husband Tom. Suddenly he reveals he has taken a contract on her life and she’s out the window—literally. This black comedy follows Rachel through a bizarre and fantastic journey down the rabbit hole as she travels cross-country in search of a “home.” -------------- A buffet-style meal will be served in the Mesa Experimental Theatre (a.k.a. Black Box) 90 minutes prior to each Friday, Saturday, and Sunday performance.
Robinson Theatre at Moss Performing Arts Cente1100 North Avenue, CO (970) 248-1604

Grand Junction Cowboy Poetry Gathering
November 21, 2008 to November 22, 2008Friday 1:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m.; Saturday 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m.Daytime Sessions Free; Evening Programs $5.00--Children under 12 free
Poems, songs stories of the working cowboy liven up the Museum of Western Colorado’s Whitman Educational Center on November 21 and 22, 2008. Poets and musicians from Colorado and other Western states will join local performers offering a wide variety of programming over the two days. -----The Grand Junction Cowboy Poetry Gathering is presented by the Museum of Western Colorado and the Colorado Council on the Arts and is funded in part by a grant from the Western Colorado Community Foundation.
Whitman Educational Center248 S. Fourth Street, CO (970) 242-0971 ext. 221 http://visitgrandjunction.com/url_tracking.php?List_ID=530&url=www.wcmuseum.org

Elinor Frey, Cello
November 23, 2008 7 pm$15.00 donation, limited seating.
More infomation to follow.
662 26 Road, CO http://visitgrandjunction.com/url_tracking.php?List_ID=200&url=www.winnowpondbnb.com

Wells Fargo Tree Lighting
November 28, 2008 5:00 p.m.
In the manner of Times Square, the Wells Fargo Christmas Tree and the rest of Main Street light up to officially kick off the holiday season in Downtown Grand Junction.
In Front of Wells Fargo Bank4th & Main Streets, CO http://visitgrandjunction.com/url_tracking.php?List_ID=470&url=www.downtowngj.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=page.treelighting

October Events

October Events courtesy Grand Junction Visitor's Center http://www.visitgrandjunction.com/

Seussical - The Musical -- Dinner Theatre
September 24, 2008 to October 05, 2008For tickets and information, please call Box Office at (970) 248-1604.
The 2008-2009 mainstage Theatre season kicks off with the hilarious SEUSSICAL: THE MUSICAL. Join The Cat-in-the-Hat, Horton the Elephant, the Sour Kangaroo, and all of your favorite Dr. Seuss characters in this colorful show for the entire family. The score emerges as a Seussian gumbo of musical styles, ranging from Latin to pop, swing to gospel, and R&B to funk! So let your toes tap, your fingers snap, and your imagination run wild!--------- SEUSSICAL will also be the first event of the year to feature our “Play With Your Food” dinner theatre! A buffet-style meal will be served in the Mesa Experimental Theatre (a.k.a. Black Box) 90 minutes prior to each Friday, Saturday, and Sunday performance by on-campus Caterers Sodexho. Patrons can enjoy a delicious and relaxing meal with friends before heading to the Robinson for the performance.
Robinson Theatre at Moss Performing Arts Cent1100 North Ave., CO (970) 248-1604

Studt's Pumpkin Patch and Corn Maze
October 01, 2008 to October 31, 2008Entry to the Corn Maze is $2.00, pumpkin prices vary depending on size
Studt's Pumpkin Patch and Corn Maze will be open the entire month of October with special events happening all month. We are a family friendly, low cost event that is located North of Hwy. 6 & 50 on 22 and J Roads.
22 and J Road, CO 970-270-7060 http://visitgrandjunction.com/url_tracking.php?List_ID=425&url=www.studtscornmaze.com.

Poets & Writers of Mesa State College
October 02, 2008 7 pmFree
Featured reading by poers and writers of MSC. Readings by Luis Lopez, Randy Phillis and John Nizalowski.
Planet Earth & the Four Directions Gallery524 Colorado Ave, Downtown Grand Junction, CO 970-256-9630

Corn Maze
October 02, 2008 to October 31, 2008Noon-8pm$7.50 ages 12+, $4.50 ages 5-11, Free ages 4 and under
Two Mazes: 4-Acre Challenging Maze & a 4-Acre Kid-Friendly Maze. Swing by for a whole bunch of fun!
Bananas Fun Park2469 River Road, CO 970-241-7529 http://visitgrandjunction.com/url_tracking.php?List_ID=488&url=www.bananasfunpark.com

October First Friday at The Art Center
October 03, 2008 6:30 Introductions and gallery talk, 7-9 ReceptionFree and open to the public
The 61st Annual Brush and Palette Members Exhibit; Western Colorado Bonsia Society Exhibit; Continuing 55th Anniversary Exhibit; Malcolm Graeme Childers--ROADSONGS: A Journery into the Life of and Mind of an American Artist; Roberta Smith--Re-Membering. Cash bar and Hors d'oeuvres Music by Morgann Means
The Art Center1803 N. 7th Street, CO (970)243-7337 x4 http://visitgrandjunction.com/url_tracking.php?List_ID=473&url=www.gjartcenter.org

Portraits of the Poor Among Us
October 03, 2008 5-8pm
Artist's Reception featuring a documentary-style photography show by Andrew Hutmacher. Photographs based on the homeless in our Grand Valley. Auction of the primary peice at 7pm. All proceeds benefit the Catholic Outreach Soup Kitchen.
Photography 13354 Main St, Downtown Grand Junction, CO 970-242-2220 http://visitgrandjunction.com/url_tracking.php?List_ID=489&url=www.photo13.com

Just Us Concert
October 03, 2008

SHAKESPEARE at the Botanical Gardens
October 04, 2008 to October 12, 20081 pm, 4:30 pm and 7 pmAdults - $10, children 5 thru 17 & students with valid ID - $5
“As You Like It”, one of Shakespeare’s most loved comedies, is full of laughs, loves, and innuendo. Bring blankets, lawn chairs, and a picnic for an al fresco experience you’ll never forget. Don’t miss this rare oportunity to enjoy a classic Shakespearean comedy in a remarkably beautiful setting. “As You Like It” stars some of your favorite Western Colorado performers and is co-directed by Peter Ambrose and Jo Sanburg. Saturday Oct. 4th - 1 pm Sunday Oct. 5th - 4:30 pm Friday Oct. 10th - 7 pm Sunday Oct. 12th - 4:30 pm
Elizabeth Harris Amphitheater at the Western Colorado Botanical Gardens655 Struthers Ave, CO 970-778-7678

27th Annual Oktoberfest
October 04, 2008 10 am- 10 pmFree
The 27th Annual Grand Junction, Colorado in downtown Grand Junction. Vendors may reserve a 10' X 10' space by contacting Oktoberfest Coordinator Mike Moran at 970-270-6162 or MJMoranHeiden@yahoo.com. Vendor fee is $125 if application is postmarked by September 25th, and $150 if postmarked after September 25th. In addition, street entertainers (jugglers, musicians, etc) are welcome to attend free of charge, if they do not charge the public for services. Entertainers who do charge the public are required to pay a $25 fee for a small street corner area. Oktoberfest 2008 is proudly sponsored by The Kiwanis Club of Grand Junction, the Golden K Kiwanis Club, the Kiwanis Aktion Club, the German American Club, Elks Lodge (BPOE #575), and the Downtown Association. Danke schÖn! Thank you!
Downtown Grand Junction, Colorado

Jack & Jill Concert
October 04, 2008

Colorado West Marching Band Festival
October 04, 2008

Fall Constellations
October 04, 2008 Events start at dusk
Outdoor video and telescopes available for a tour of the night sky.
Colorado National Monument'sSaddlehorn Picnic Area, Fruita, CO, CO 970-858-3617 http://visitgrandjunction.com/url_tracking.php?List_ID=493&url=www.coloradoma.org

Free Concert
October 04, 2008

Collaborative Local Concert
October 04, 2008

Free Sunday at the Botanical Gardens
October 05, 2008

Gospel Fest 2008
October 05, 2008

Acoustic/Indie/Pop Concert
October 06, 2008

Fall for Dance
October 10, 2008 to October 11, 2008Oct. 10, 7:30pm & Oct. 11, 2pm & 7:30pmAdults-$10, Seniors-$8, Students-$5
Mesa State College Dance Program-------- Featuring 12 different and exciting numbers that range from pedestrian tap to classical pointe, and even include a little bit of tribal flair, Fall for Dance promises to showcase dancers and choreographers from Mesa State and the Grand Valley, as well as our latest guest choreographer, Kim Neill Noffsinger.
Robinson Theatre, MSC,1100 North Ave., CO 970-248-1604

Cullen Purser Concert
October 10, 2008 7 pmReservation required- call 970-243-4958 to reserve your seat, $15 per person donation is requested. Well behaved children ages 7+ are welcome.
Cullen Purser is a local luthier and a member of a terrific acoustic bluegrass band, The Late Great String Band. Purser will perform an intimate set of original material in the singer-songwriter/ eclectic-folk genre, his lyrics and melodies will charm and captivate you with their emotional tenderness and intellect.
Willow Pond B & B662 26 Rd, CO 970-243-4958 http://visitgrandjunction.com/url_tracking.php?List_ID=486&url=www.willowpondbnb.com

Canyon Colors Festival
October 11, 2008 11 am - 5 pmFree Admission

Carl Bernstein Concert
October 18, 2008 7pmFor tickets call 241-8801 ext 7
Carl Bernstein has studied with some of the world's most renowned guitarists. In 1965 he studied with Julian Bream in England and with Andres Segovia in Santiago de Compostela, Spain. Other teachers include Manuel Lopez Ramos in Mexico and Alirio Diaz in Italy. Carl graduated with a major in music from Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan. "We are really happy to bring Carl Bernstein to our Radio Room audience." says Program Director, Jon Rizzo. His stories of travel and adventure, along with his musical talent make him a world class entertainer. --------------- KAFM consistently sells out these Radio Room shows, so early ticket purchases are advise
241-8801 ext 7 http://visitgrandjunction.com/url_tracking.php?List_ID=464&url=www.kafmradio.org

KAGEROU -- Multi-media Outdoor Art Installation & Dance
October 25, 2008


KAGEROU -- Multi-media Outdoor Art Installation & Dance
October 25, 2008 6 pm

Tchaikovsky!
October 28, 2008 7:30 pm$18-27, Seniors $16-25
Kara Guggenmos, soprano; Jones – Elegy; Strauss – Vier letzte Lieder (Four Last Songs); Tchaikovsky – Symphony No. 5
Grand Junction High School Auditorium1400 N. 5th Street, CO (970) 243-6787