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