Community Calendar

MUSIC

7:00pm-9:00pm, 312 Onarga Avenue, Paonia

2024 Bross Hotel concert series season finale! Kentucky musician and composer Ben Sollee has been blurring boundaries with his musical style and more...0 career for nearly two decades – his latest album, Long Haul (2024) is no exception. Drawing on tonal influences from the American and global south, Sollee’s vocals and unique cello style thread through each track binding seemingly disparate chapters of his journey – the Long Haul. Sollee's work as a composer has included scoring films such as LAND from director Robin Wright, and Maggie Morre(s), a John Slattery film featuring Tina Fey and Jon Hamm. He also scored the podcast series Unreformed, which was recently nominated for a Peabody Award. Outside of music, Sollee helped launch the non-profit Canopy, which supports Kentucky businesses positively impacting their communities and planet. Sollee is known for his outside-of-the-box cello playing and his curiosity has led him to new, innovative media spaces, having quite literally toured the world by plane, train, automobile, bicycle, and on foot. His musical virtuosity and ever-evolving sound combines elements from the folk, pop, soul, and classical genres into a dazzling style all his own.

RADIO ROOM

9th Annual Cowboy Gathering

10:00am-10:00pm, Grand Valley Event Center 2400 Consistory Ct, Grand Junction, CO 81501

The Western Slope Cowboy Gathering was initiated in 2015 by Terry Nash, Peggy Malone, and Nona Kelley Carver for the celebration and sharing of more...0 modern and classic Cowboy Poetry and Music. Now sponsored by KAFM Community Radio, the gathering celebrates its 9th year with a wide range of top local and national Cowboy Poets and Western Singers and presents two days and nights of good family fun, featuring great cowboy entertainment. See some of the BEST local and national cowboy poets and musicians for your listening pleasure in beautiful Grand Junction, Colorado. Schedule of Events- Friday Nov 1st and Saturday Nov 2nd Day Performers: 12 pm to 5 pm (Fri) 10am to 5pm (Sat) FREE (Donations Accepted) Evening Performers Nov 1st or Nov 2nd 7 pm to 9:30 pm One Evening Ticket: $15 Nov 1st & Nov 2nd 2 Day Weekend Ticket: $25 Grand Valley Event Center (The Masonic Lodge) 2400 Consistory Court Grand Junction, CO 81501

SPORTS

4:00pm-9:00pm, Mesa County Fairgrounds

Mesa County's largest ski swap event of the year sponsored by Powderhorn National Ski Patrol. Many equipment vendors, food trucks, beer, wine, more...0 cider and live music on Friday night. Come down and outfit the whole family for the upcoming ski season!

CLASSES/LECTURES

VISUAL ARTS

Demo Night

6:30pm-9:00pm, 1803 N 7th Street

Join The Art Center for a night of art exploration and creativity at our annual Demo Night on First Friday. This exciting event showcases a wide more...0 array of artistic mediums, with live demonstrations by talented local artists, clubs, and art organizations. You’ll see metalworkers, watercolor painters, clay sculptors, potters, and more in action, with demonstrations including wheel throwing, painting, paper crafts, raku, and sculpture. While you enjoy the captivating displays, unwind with a glass of wine and delicious treats provided by the Art Center Guild. This is the perfect opportunity to bring your friends and family for a night of inspiration and creativity. Don’t miss out on this unique chance to interact with artists, learn new techniques, and immerse yourself in the vibrant world of art! Free & Open to the Public. Invite your friends and spread the word.

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FUNDRAISERS/BENEFITS

9:00am-3:00pm, 527 Village Way, Grand Junction, CO 81507

Craft Fair with various vendors. We will have a food truck available

RADIO ROOM

9th Annual Cowboy Gathering

10:00am-10:00pm, Grand Valley Event Center 2400 Consistory Ct, Grand Junction, CO 81501

MUSIC

7:00pm-9:00pm, Grand Mesa Arts Center (195 W Main St, Cedaredge, CO 81413)

“…sharing a sound that’s cast in honesty, emotion and homespun sentiment…the songs say it all, providing clear indication more...0 that Goldpine has established a precious standard.” -Lee Zimmerman (Goldmine Magazine) From Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion and the Kansas City Chiefs’ Arrowhead Stadium to listening rooms throughout the United States, husband-wife duo GOLDPINE has been offering their own brand of bold harmony-driven Americana to audiences large and small. WINNER of the 2022 Rocky Mountain Songwriter Contest, their distinctive harmonies are clearly a channel for their sometimes-raucous, sometimes-reminiscent compositions. With an incredible collection of stories about life, love, and purpose, their live performance is a powerful projection of everything Goldpine is about: striking vocals, bold harmony, and introspection into the human experience.

RADIO ROOM

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

The Dead & the Down are an exploratory roots-rock band. Based around the introspective songwriting and dusty vocals of frontman Taylor Burlage, more...0 the band navigates sonic trails between rust-flecked alt country and swampy rock ‘n’ roll, with detours through psychedelia and genre-bending experimentation. The Dead and the Down, Sunday November 3rd in the Radio Room tickets $20 in advance and $25 at the door. Door at 6:30, show at 7.

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GENERAL

All Things Awesome

9:00am-5:00am, 1803 N 7th Street

Prepare to be captivated by powerful, thought-provoking talks from brilliant speakers on a wide range of topics. Immerse yourself in a day of more...0 transformative ideas, exploring the frontiers of innovation, creativity, and the power of human connection. This is more than just an event—it’s a movement. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to be part of our vibrant TEDx community. Secure your ticket now and get ready to be inspired. Leave with a renewed sense of curiosity, wonder, and the belief that ideas can change everything. Seats are limited, so act fast! TEDxGrandJunction: “All things Awesome” at The Art Center, 1803 N. 7th Street on Saturday, November 9th. Join us for an awe-inspiring in-person event! Doors open at -9am Pre-Event Workshops -9:30am- 10:30 am Show Starts- 11:00am Break at- 12:30pm Show Starts- 2pm Show Ends- 5pm

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LITERARY

MUSIC

VISUAL ARTS

A Special Event

6:00pm-8:00pm, 648 ALDREA VISTA Court

Come enjoy a glass of wine as you learn about the unique role the horse has played in human history. This special evening will feature a presentation more...0 by Dr Timothy Winegard, live music by Greg Luck, food truck, local art, books sold by Out West Books, and an introduction by poet laureate of Western Colorado, Wendy Videlock. Dr. Winegard of CMU is a NYT bestselling author of six books, including The Mosquito, a Human History of Our Deadliest Predator. He has appeared on Netflix, CBS This Morning, PBS, C- Span, Global News, BBC, CBC, and hundreds of other national and international documentaries, television and radio programs to discuss his research and books. His most recent book, The Horse, a Galloping History of Humanity, will be the subject of the evening. We will enjoy a presentation by Dr Winegard, a reading of select passages from the book, as well as an interview, Q & A session and book signing. If you haven't been to the Ordinary Fellow Winery you are in for a real treat. It was voted #5 Best New Winery Eexperience in the U.S. by USA Today. Seating is limited. Suggested donation for this special event: $8 - $25. To register please click Get Tickets on this page. Proceeds benefit La Plaza: Child and Migrant Services in Palisade. If you don't have a copy of the book, please know you'll be able to purchase copies at the event.