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7:30pm-9:30pm, Mesa Mall - 2424 US6, Grand Junction CO 81505

Cirque Italia is now presenting: “PARANORMAL CIRQUE!” ONE OF THE BEST THRILLING EXPERIENCES!!! Coming to Grand Junction, CO August 16th more...0 – 19th Are you ready Grand Junction? Do you love thrilling, wicked, sexy, or even dangerous things? Paranormal Cirque will expose you to a unique creation of combined theatre, circus, and cabaret with a new European style flare. Cirque Italia is now presenting a brand-new show for a MATURE audience! This innovative horror story features different shades of sexy and an incomparable storyline - the only thing you can be sure of during this unique experience is that you will not know what to expect! It might be hard to divide reality and illusion! Are you intrigued yet? Dare to let yourself get wicked for one night under our Big TOP and live on the edge with Paranormal Cirque show! You will fall into a parallel world and end up surrounded by monstrous creatures with hidden talents that will amaze you with the circus arts. This show is NOT for the faint of heart. You may have to catch your breath or try to stop your heart from racing during this adrenaline filled performance. A careful casting selection has united the best artists from all over the world. A few of the circus arts you can expect to see in this new production include the jaw-dropping Wheel of Death, mystifying MAGIC, and more. Our Black unit also follows our strict animal-free policy. For more information visit www.paranormalcirque.com and make sure to check all our social media accounts. Tickets can be purchased now starting at $20.00 depending on availability. Restricted – under 18 REQUIRES accompanying parent or guardian. This show has adult language and material. Paranormal Cirque is offering a special promotion: $5.00 off any full priced ticket purchased in levels 1, 2, or 3. This offer cannot be combined with any other offers, discounts or deals. Please call 941-704-8572 to get the promo code for your location. You can purchase tickets through our website (paranormalcirque.com/tickets) or by phone: (941) 704-8572. We also respond to text messages. When: August 16th – 19th, 2024 Where: 2424 US – 6, Grand Junction, CO 81505 At: Mesa Mall — Under the stunning Black and Red Big Top Tent • August 16 – Friday: 7:30pm • August 17 – Saturday: 6:30pm & 9:30pm • August 18 – Sunday: 5:30pm & 8:30pm • August 19 – Monday: 7:30pm Box office hours: The box office opens on-site on Tuesday, the week of the show. Non-show days: 10am – 6pm On show days: 10am – 10pm

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Live In The Grapevines

7:00pm-9:30pm, Grande River Vineyards

Live in the Grapevines at Grande River Vineyards Benefiting Center for Children Saturday August 17th at Grande River more...0 Vineyards Guitarist and co-founder of The String Cheese Incident, Bill Nershi, and wife Jilian Nershi, join together as a duo of harmonies and driving acoustic guitar, immediately drawing in the listener. An inspired journey through various styles and influences, a throwback to the roots of American music, the Nershis have a relaxed way of connecting with the audience through the stories in their songs. Constantly finding ways to make the music sound complete as a duo, unique arrangements and a deep catalogue of original songs highlight the couple’s dedication to their craft. General Admission Tickets: $25 in Advance / $30 at the Door VIP Tickets: $50 in Advance VIP tickets include: Special Reserved VIP Seating Private Bar One (1) Complementary 5oz pour of pre-selected wine; Red, White & Rosè Doors open at 6:00 pm Show starts at 7:00 pm

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Andy Sydow

7:00pm, 1310 Ute Ave Grand Junction, CO

Americana/folk singer-songwriter, Andy Sydow is a jack-of-all-trades. An accomplished multi-instrumentalist who's lyrics paint a picture of more...0 poetic realism, the Colorado native tours constantly both solo and with a backing band. Throughout the course of a show he’s known to croon an audience with acoustic guitar ballads, sing a few numbers on his lap steel, and even sit down at the keys to show off his surprising boogie-woogie piano chops. Sydow has toured internationally and received accolades from LA Music Critic and No Depression. On top of that, the last three years have seen the release of over a dozen tracks Sydow produced for other artists, including Lauren Frihauf and Payge Turner (The Voice, Season 19).

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MUSIC

Presented by Bray & Co Real Estate

5:30pm-10:00pm, 101 South 3rd Street, Suite 100

Rhythm and Brews Concert Series presented by Bray & Co Real Estate is an exciting concert series that takes place at 4th + Main during & more...0 after Market on Main! Come enjoy live music and a beer garden on a beautiful summer evening! Featuring Rockslide Brewery & Restaurant beers poured by Horizon Sunrise Rotary Club. Beers will be available starting with the beginning of Market on Main at 5:30pm. August 22- Calling all bluegrass enthusiasts! Join us for the opening act, Super Fox at 6:15pm followed by local favorite Stray Grass at 8:00pm! September 26- The final Market on Main of the season sends off with opening act Second Solstice at 6:15pm and headliner Wave 11 at 8:00pm!

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LIVE Stream - Avalon Theater

6:30pm-9:30pm, Avalon Theater, 645 Main St, Grand Junction, CO 81501

Ken Burns, Sarah Burns and David McMahon are coming to Colorado! Gather at the Avalon Theater in Grand Junction to watch a live stream of the more...0 conversation and exclusive peek into LEONARDO da VINCI on the big screen on Thursday, August 22, 2024. Ken Burns, Sarah Burns and David McMahon will be in person in Denver for a live discussion and share a preview of LEONARDO da VINCI, a new two-part, four-hour documentary airing on Rocky Mountain PBS on November 18 and 19. Presented by Rocky Mountain PBS. Sponsored by Chevron.

LITERARY

4:30pm-6:00pm, 3572 G Road, Palisade, CO 81526

Join us every month on the fourth Friday for a Spoken Word Open Mic Night from 4:30-6:00 p.m. The Western Colorado Writers' Forum has partnered more...0 with Carboy Winery in Palisade to bring you this opportunity to read your work. We welcome poetry, prose, storytelling, and slam, and all skill levels are welcome. Signups start onsite at 4:15 and there is a 5–7 minute time limit. Please note that while a variety of beverages are available, you are not required to purchase to attend this Open Mic

MUSIC

Presented by the Grand Junction Symphony Orchestra

6:30pm-9:30pm, 925 Struthers Avenue Grand Junction 81501

An iconic event in the valley, bringing together families, friends, and music enthusiasts in celebration of unity and artistic expression. An more...0 uplifting evening of patriotic and recognizable music and community, presented by the Grand Junction Symphony Orchestra and Centennial Band, promises to be a highlight of the summer season. Set against the picturesque backdrop of the iconic Las Colonias Amphitheater, attendees are invited to bring their blankets and chairs, embracing an evening of diverse musical performances, including 70% patriotic pops and familiar classic pieces and 30% previews of the upcoming 46th season.

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FOOD/BEVERAGES

8:00am-5:00pm, 23390 CR K, Cortez, CO, 81301

Delve into the remarkable world of food pathways and cultural landscapes in this unique, day long workshop. Guided by Reyna Banteah (Zuni) of more...0 Ts'uyya Farm, Katrina Blair of Turtle Lake Refuge, and Crow Canyon’s own Rebecca Renteria, you’ll embark on a field trip into the San Juan Mountains while learning about past and present ecosystems, then return to the high desert to create delectable treats at Crow Canyon’s campus near Cortez, CO. Throughout the day we explore the cultural significance of plants, and ethics of gathering while learning about essential nutrients, and how cuisine with wild foods boosts our vitality, provides medicine, and feeds our souls.

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5:30pm-7:00pm, KAFM 1310 Ute Avenue Grand Junction, CO 81501

The KAFM Board of Directors will be meeting in open session on this date at KAFM Community Radio 1310 Ute Avenue Grand Junction, CO 81501 at 5:30 pm more...0 MTN. KAFM's board structure and board membership is designed to enhance and facilitate KAFM’s ability to be a high-performing organization that carries out its vision and mission. The Board as a whole is responsible for setting organizational direction and authority and then delegates management and the implementation of policy to KAFM's Executive Director. 2024 Board Meeting Schedule August 28, 2024 - Board Meeting September 25, 2024 - Work Session October 23, 2024 - Board Meeting November 27, 2024 - Annual Board Retreat (Location and Confirmed Date TBD) December - No Board Meeting

CLASSES/LECTURES

LITERARY

Using Metacognitive Reading Strategies as a Writer

6:00pm-7:30pm, 1803 N. 7th Street, Grand Junction, CO 81501

Writing with your readers in mind as you write, or as you revise, can be a strong basis for attractive pieces of creative writing. What is there more...0 about reading that we could be catching as we write? What are some phantom strategies we need to acknowledge? Maria E. Cuthbert will present “Metacognitive Reading Strategies” where you can analyze strategies used by readers before, during, and after reading. Previewing these strategies can make you a stronger writer, and make it easier for you to reach the readers’ minds.