July News from the Pond

Here's the News from the Pond!

Farmer's Market! Cherry preserves!
New artist!
Summer fun for $40 a day!!

Lodging Specials! Noteworthy Duo Houseconcert!

FOOD!

The fruit is on and we're jammin'! Our apricots and wild plums are ripe, don't miss our Belgian waffles with locally grown and homemade cherry topping!

ART!

Willow Pond is delighted to host a new Artist Inn Residence!
Come see the Tea Pot artistry of Leah Lyon!

SPECIALS!!

We know money is tight right now,
so we've come up with
"$40 a day the Willow Pond Way"
Start by checking our SPECIAL's PAGE
for savings on lodging,
then read our blog for our suggestions on enjoying the finest food and activities
the Grand Valley has to offer for
around $40 a day!

Here are some of the fabulous
community events coming up in July:

High Desert Opera presents: Gilbert & Sullivan's "The Sorcerer"!
Independence day! Mesa County Fair! Dinosaur Days! Farmer's Market!

Visit our Calendar for more info..
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View our specials page for details:

We've decided to make our same day special
a year round deal,
so give us a call if you find yourself in town or
need to get away without leaving town!

Innkeeper Same Day Special:

Save 15% when you book a room
the same day of your stay!

Call between 10am and 6pm the day of your stay.
No advance bookings,
offer only good the same day of your stay.
Not valid with any other offer,
must book by phone directly through Willow Pond,
double occupancy only, other restrictions may apply.
Offer expires Dec. 31st, 2009.

Online Special
$10 off all 2 -night online bookings!

MSC Special:

$10 off your stay for all Mesa State Families.

Are you a return guest?
Call us for our return guest special!

Click here: Check Availability

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Music Notes:

Mark your Calendars!

Willow Pond House Concert Series

See the music page on our website for details!

Noteworthy Duo

Michael Nigro, Classical Guitar
&
Lisa Schroeder, Flute

Wednesday, July 29th, 2009

7pm

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Ricko Donovan

Hammered Dulcimer Virtuoso

Thursday,August 20, 2009

6PM

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Jason Wilber

Lead guitarist for John Prine and
Iris Dement!

Sunday, November 15, 2009

7pm

Don't miss these incredible artists!

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Weddings at Willow Pond

We are currently booking for the 2010 wedding season...
We still have some dates left for last minute 2009 summer
and fall weddings...
Call the inn for a tour and consultation...

That's the news for now!

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July 2009 Events

Some highlights of area activities courtesy the Grand Junction VCB:


Drum Circle

July 02, 2009 6-8 pm

Take instruments.

White Hall
600 White Ave., CO
970-270-1733
www.whitehallvillage.com

Independence Day Parade

July 04, 2009 6 pm

Downtown Grand Junction: The parade will travel down Main Street--beginning at 9th and ending at 1st Street. ----The theme of the 2009 parade is: Lincoln Bicentennial/1809-2009/Live the Legacy

www.downtowngj.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=page.independanceday

July 4th Activities at Lincoln Park

July 04, 2009 7:15 pm gates open, 8 pm Entertainment begins, 9:45 pm Fireworkd
$4 in advance, City Markets, Mesa Mall, Parks & Rec Office--Ages 2 and under free

This years entertainment lineup includes... Acid Rain Greener Grass Destinee & the Sheepdogs Peggy Malone --------- Transportation Don't fight traffic and parking! Take a convenient GVT Shuttle from any of the following locations starting at 6:30 p.m. the day of the event and running every 1/2 hour. Mesa Mall - GVT stop, south parking lot ---- Veterans Memorial Park (Fairgrounds) Main parking lot ---- Central High School - Parking lot

Suplizio Baseball Field
12th & North Ave., CO
970-254-3866
www.gjcity.org/CityDeptWebPages/ParksRecreation/Fireworks/Fireworks.html

Gilbert & Sullivan's "The Sorcerer"

July 18, 2009 2:00 pm & 7:30 pm
$19, $29 & $39

Lively & light hearted operetta about the virtues of love.

Robinson Theater. MSC
1100 North Street, CO
(970) 523-9605
www.highdesertopera.org

Best Six Days of Summer, THE 122nd Mesa County Fair

July 21, 2009 to July 26, 2009
11:00 AM - 10:00 PM (closes at 11:00 PM Fri & Sat; and 4:00 PM Sun.)
Tuesday 7/21 6 pm Centennial Band

There will once again be live Family Entertainment including the internationally renowned Up with People, Demolition Derby, Bull Riding, Carnival Rides, Fireworks and much more. This year we are showcasing the Living Arts Open Classes that gives all Mesa County residents the opportunity to participate in the Fair by exhibiting their hobbies and passions. Everything from Fine Arts and Textiles to Baked/Pantry Stores, Horticulture and Livestock –all are welcome. For more information on the Fair and Open Class Exhibits go to the Mesa County Fair website at www.mesacountyfair.com

Mesa County Fairgrounds
2785 Highway 50, Grand Junction, CO
970-256-1528
www.mesacountyfair.com

22nd Annual Dinosaur Days

July 24, 2009 to July 25, 2009
Friday: Reception 6:30pm–9:30pm,-- $10 advance, $12 door,
Advance tickets will be available on July 11th.

Free Parking Lot Concert & Dance with Ralph Dinosaur; Saturday: Dinosaur Journey’s prehistoric pricing of $1/person from 9am – 5pm, and the Pteranodon Ptrot at 7:30am for $20 before 7/17 and $25 after:

Dinosaur Journey Museum
550 Jurassic Ct, Fruita, CO, CO
242-0971 ex 206.

Concert by Noteworthy Duo

July 29, 2009 7 pm
$15 donation requested

Michael Nigro, Classical Guitar & Lisa Schroeder, Flute

Willow Pond B & B
662 26 Rd, CO
Please call 970-243-4958 to reserve your seat..
www.noteworthyduo.com

December Events

Courtesy the Grand Junction VCB:


Rocky Mountain Collage Society Display
November 28, 2008 to December 19, 200811am-1pmDonations
Some of the best local and regional college artists have work now displayed at the new gallery space at KAFM Radio Room.
KAFM Radio Room1310 Ute Ave, CO 970-241-8801 x7 http://visitgrandjunction.com/url_tracking.php?List_ID=637&url=www.KAFMradio.org

Watercolor Society Annual Show
December 05, 2008 to December 20, 2008Tues-Sat 9 am-4 om$3, Members free, Tuesdays free.
& The Outsiders at the Art Center --Opening reception Dec 5. 7 pm.
1803 North 7th Street, CO 970-243-7337 http://visitgrandjunction.com/url_tracking.php?List_ID=633&url=www.gjartcenter.org

New Directions Concert
December 05, 2008 5 - 8 pmNo cover.
New Directions, Acoustic Dynamic Duo.Benefit Concert for Veterans Families this Christmas. We will be passing the hat for the Care and Share Program,sponsored by the V.A. Medical Center.
Cavett House Grille and Pub359 Colorado Ave, CO

Messiah Sing-a-long
Messiah Sing-a-Long
(an unrehearsed run through of Messiah open to the public)Saturday, Dec 6, 20082:30pm (doors open 1:45pm)LDS Church2542 G roadGrand Junction, CO Conductor - James Werner Organist - Kent Bates
Come sing with us as part of your celebration of the Christmas Season

Parade of Lights and Winter Festival

December 06, 2008 5 pm
THEME: "HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS" The 25th annual Parade of Lights floats down Main Street before thousands of enchanted spectators. This is the centerpiece of the holidays in Downtown Grand Junction. Thousands of enchanted spectators line the street to watch over 100 floats light up the night on seven blocks of Main Street
http://visitgrandjunction.com/url_tracking.php?List_ID=471&url=www.downtowngj.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=page.paradelights


2nd Annual Central High School Holiday Craft Fair
December 06, 2008 9am - 4pm
Central High School Holiday Craft Fair--Homemade Goods Cost: 30.00 per table/area Reserve Booth Space Now – Deadline November 19th
970-270-7198

Best of the West Select Band Concert
December 06, 2008 3:30pm
Mesa State CollegeRobinson Theater, 1100 North Ave, CO 970-248-1604 http://visitgrandjunction.com/url_tracking.php?List_ID=617&url=www.mesastate.edu

1st Anniversary Jewelry Guild Holiday Show and Sale
December 06, 2008 8 am to 4 pmfree
For a year now, creative jewelry-makers in the Grand Valley have been meeting monthly and sharing jewelry making techniques and tips. ---- Items for sale include unique jewelry of fine silver, hand-made glass and beadwork. Bracelets, earrings, and necklaces and even some Christmas decor will be featured.
Java Junction2401 North Avenue, CO 261-4225 or 243-122

Christmas Open House & Decorating
December 06, 2008 to December 07, 2008December 7 from 4 pm to 8 pmFree First Sunday
COME see the Botanical Gardens decorated for Christmas as we are open late with Santa, free snacks, and free hot drinks along with shopping for your outdoor lovers in our gift shop. ------------- LEARN how to decorate an etched Christmas candleholder on Saturday, December 6 from noon to 2 pm at the Botanical Gardens $15 for members/$17 for non-members which includes all supplies. Call to 245-3288 to pre-register.
Botanical GardensRiverside Parkway & 7th St., CO 245-3288

MetaMOOcil Mountain Boys Concert
December 06, 2008 7 pm$15
This Trio puts a contemporary string band twist to such diverse artists as Chuck Berry, Johnny Mercer, Steve Earle, and John Hyatt. -------------- Their shows have made them favorites at festivals throughout Colorado and Utah. These guys are seriously good. Plan on having about as much fun as you can have in public!
Radio Room1310 Ute Avenue, CO 241-8801 ext.7 http://visitgrandjunction.com/url_tracking.php?List_ID=652&url=www.kafmradio.org


Willow Pond Holiday Open House
December 07, 2008 1-5pm.Free
Guests are invited to tour Willow Pond's Victorian farmhouse inn, enjoy refreshments and do some holiday shopping - featuring the works of local artists and musicians. This event is free and open to the public. There will be a drawing for a free night's stay at the inn.
Willow Pond B&B 662 26 Rd, 1/2 mile north of the Patterson/1st St. intersection, CO 970-243-4958 http://visitgrandjunction.com/url_tracking.php?List_ID=657&url=www.willowpondbnb.com

Disney's Beauty and the Beast
December 11, 2008 to December 13, 20087 pm$ 10 adults, $5 students/seniors
Evening of family entertainment -- acting, singing, dancing and full orchestra at Palisade High School.
3679 G Road, CO 970-254-4800

Chocolate Walk
December 12, 2008 5 – 9 pmPre-registration and a small fee.
A historical walking tour of Main Street and the Art on the Corner sculptures, a commemorative mug and lots of hot chocolate! Tours are guided by members of the Commission on Arts and Culture and Museum of the West staff.
http://visitgrandjunction.com/url_tracking.php?List_ID=194&url=www.gjcity.org

The Nutcracker
December 12, 2008 to December 14, 2008Dec 12th & 13th at 7:30pm, Dec 14th at 4pmTickets available through GJSO. Call 970-243-6787
Collaborative performance by Mesa State College Dance Department and the Grand Junction Symphony Orchestra.
Grand Junction High School Adutorium1400 North 5th St, CO 970-248-1020 http://visitgrandjunction.com/url_tracking.php?List_ID=609&url=www.mesastate.edu

Art Center Second Saturday
December 13, 2008 NoonFree to members, $3 donation
Join The Outsiders for artwork discussion and gallery tour at noon. At 1 pm interactive poetry by Bonnie Hughes (known as "The Hat Lady")
Art Center1803 North 7th Street, CO 970-243-7337 x2 http://visitgrandjunction.com/url_tracking.php?List_ID=630&url=www.gjartcenter.org

Olde Fashioned Christmas at Palisade
December 13, 2008 11 am- 10 pm
Downtown Palisade: Show & Shine Car Show, Wagon Rides, Chili Cook Off & Soup Challenge, Tour of Victorian Homes, Parade, Gingerbread House Contest and more.
970-464-7458 http://visitgrandjunction.com/url_tracking.php?List_ID=634&url=www.palisadecoc.com

The Santaland Diaries
December 17, 2008 to December 20, 2008$15 regular, $12 seniors/students
The Santaland Diaries by Two Chairs Theater in the KAFM Radio Room. A one-man holiday comedy by Havid Sedaris to put you in the spirit.
1310 Ute Ave, CO 970-263-7920 http://visitgrandjunction.com/url_tracking.php?List_ID=277&url=www.twochairs.org

Bethlehem Revisited
December 19, 2008 to December 21, 20086 to 9 pm each eveningFor information, call 243-6672.
Imagine being able to step back in time, 2000 years ago, and walk the streets of Bethlehem as Mary and Joseph did on the night of Christ’s birth.
Northeast Christian Church2001 Patterson Road, CO (970) 243-6672.

Christmas Jubilee at the Avalon
December 20, 2008 7 pmmore information to follow.
"Christman Jubilee" with the Bar-D Wranglers--songs of cowboys and the old west, lively instrumentals, and comedy to please the whole family.
http://visitgrandjunction.com/url_tracking.php?List_ID=654&url=www.bardchuckwagon.com

Second Saturday Film Series
December 27, 2008 3pm and 7pmMember $5.50, Adults $8, Students $6.50
LONG LIFE, HAPPINESS AND PROSPERITY: Twelve year old Mindy tries Taoist magic to fix her single mother's (Sandra Oh) financial situation and seemingly hopeless romantic prospects. Set in a Chinese Canadian community, this is a story of hope and the importance of keeping faith in this sometimes difficult world.
Avalon Theatre645 Main Street, Downtown Grand Junction, CO 970-242-2188 http://visitgrandjunction.com/url_tracking.php?List_ID=582&url=www.AvalonTheatreGJ.com

High Desert Opera's New Year's Eve Gala
December 31, 2008 2:30 pm and 7:30 pm$20-$50
Music from opera to Broadway to celebrate New Year's Eve. -------------Informance - $15: Informational lecture, prior to the show, about the opera music in Act I
MSC Robinson Theatre1100 North Ave, CO 970-523-9605 www,highdesertopera.org

July News from the Pond

Happy July!

Here is the latest "News from the Pond":

You can now view the "News from the Pond" and articles on our new blogsite http://www.willowpondbnb.blogspot.com/

Willow Pond's Summer House Concert Series

Please call 970-243-4958 to reserve your seat!

Sunday, July 13
&
Monday, July 14th, 2008

7pm

Michael Nigro & Lisa Schroeder

$15.00 donation requested.

Well-behaved children 7+ welcome.For more information on upcoming concerts,
check out the Music page at http://www.willowpondbnb.com/.

10/10/08 Cullen Purser, Singer/Songwriter
11/23/08 Elinor Frey, Cello
12/08 TBA Willow Pond Holiday House Concert
1//09 Ernesto Tamayo, Classical Guitar

*Please note our August 3rd Refugees concert has been canceled.
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Don't miss the High Desert Opera's full scale performance of Puccini's Tosca
(You dear innkeeper has a chorus part in this one!)
Saturday, July 26 at 7:30 at the Avalon Theater in Downtown Grand Junction.
For ticket info: http://www.highdesertopera.org/

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July happenings around town:

Every Thursday
Downtown Farmer's Market!! Yippee!
July 4th Downtown Parade and Fireworks show at Lincoln Park
11th Dinner and an Opera at La Dolce Vita
13-14 Michael Nigro Concert at Willow Pond
26 High Desert Opera performance of Tosca at The Avalon Theater
21-27 Triple Crown Baseball World Series
22-27 Mesa County Fair
25-26 Dinosaur Days

See the http://www.visitgrandjunction.com/
website for more local events


Specials:

Innkeeper's Same Day Sizzling Summer Special
June 21st-Sept 21st, 2008
Call Willow Pond between 10AM and 6PM the same day you want to stay and get any available room for $99!Special is for last minute, same day reservations only.
Offer only good for one night's stay.Offer only good for reservations made directly
through Willow Pond.Must mention special at time of booking.
May not be combined with any other offers.Other restrictions may apply.

Well, that's the news for now!!