Community Calendar

RADIO ROOM

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

Come Check out what's behind the curtain at KAFM. Enjoy Food, Drink and do a little last minute shopping. Event starts at 5:30 and goes to 7p. more...0 A great way to spend a Wednesday!

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FOOD/BEVERAGES

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Jazz Band Concert, Dance, and Craft Fair Event

6:00pm-9:00pm, 1400 North 5th Street, Grand Junction

GJHS Bands present 'Swingin' Sweets' on December 4th in our brand new GJHS Commons! This free public event runs from 6-9pm, and offers more...0 live dance music courtesy of GJHS jazz bands, a craft fair for all your holiday shopping needs, and free desserts! Concessions will also be available.

FUNDRAISERS/BENEFITS

An Old Fashioned Christmas

5:30pm-8:30pm, 195 W. Main Street

Eat, imbibe, mingle, shop!

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VISUAL ARTS

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

Mark your calendars for First Friday, December 6, and join us at The Art Center for an unforgettable evening celebrating creativity and artistry. more...0 Enjoy the opening receptions for five new exhibitions and discover stunning works by talented artists in a variety of mediums. Featured Exhibits: Shepherd + 1: Clay Vessels 2024 Exhibit Ceramics by Terry Shepherd and paintings by Cynthia Duff Sponsored by Chuck and Patti Shear/Shear Inc. The Sky Is the Limit A captivating exploration of clouds as art, from vivid landscapes to abstract depictions. Sponsored by Mary Crumbaker. The 7 Principles of Art and Design: Shape The final installment in a series highlighting essential design principles with works from The Art Center’s Permanent Collection. Sponsored by Patricia Feinberg. Kephart: Collectors’ Exhibit Rarely seen masterpieces by the late Jac Kephart, on loan from private collections. Sponsored by Carol Oglesby. Event Details: When: Friday, December 6, 2024, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM Where: The Art Center, 1803 N. 7th Street, Grand Junction, CO Admission is FREE. Bring your friends and family to this celebration of local talent and creative expression. For more information about these exhibits or to become a member, visit our website: gjartcenter.org

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MUSIC

THEATRE

7:30pm-9:30pm, Asteria Theatre • 864 Bunting Ave.

Currently celebrating 14 years of successful national touring, Christmas with the Celts perform a wonderful combination of timeless ancient Irish more...0 Christmas Carols and lively Irish dance with modern contemporary songs but with Irish instrumentation. The high-stepping spirited musical selections have audiences clapping along from the first lively renditions of popular contemporary Christmas classics. The show presents a perfect combination of modern Christmas hits, lively ancient Irish Carols, hilarious spontaneous humor, thrilling Irish dancing and meaningful Christmas ballads with lush string arrangements giving audiences a most memorable interactive Christmas experience.

RADIO ROOM

Meet KAFM's Board of Directors

5:30pm-7:00pm, 1310 Ute Ave Grand Junction, CO

Come meet KAFM's Board of Directors and let them know about your perspective of KAFM. What do you love about KAFM? How do you feel about the more...0 station in general? What would you like to see in 2025? How can we improve their volunteer experience?

FUNDRAISERS/BENEFITS

MUSIC

5:30pm-8:30pm, Main Street Downtown Grand Junction

A gift…. From: Grand Junction’s Downtown Merchants and Grand Valley’s Entertainers & Music Students, The annual Spirit of more...0 Christmas Walk will be Friday December 13th and will once again be the year’s largest and most varied collection of entertainers at a single event on the Western Slope! We are expecting to have three hundred + roving entertainers performing on Downtown’s Main Street and inside Downtown’s unique shops. Performing will be; music students, barbershop quartets, choirs, jazz bands. Bluegrass pickers and more! Bring your neighbors and sing a carol! Of course, Santa Claus will be there as usual, along with horse drawn carriage rides. Businesses will be open late from 5:30 PM until 8:30 PM and will be serving complimentary hot drinks & treats. It is totally free!

FUNDRAISERS/BENEFITS

5:30pm-8:30pm, 1800 Pavilion Dr, Montrose, CO

The Montrose Botanic Gardens hosts the 2024 Garden of Lights with illuminated garden paths, horse-drawn wagon rides, hot cocoa and Santa.

RADIO ROOM

7:00pm-10:00pm, 1310 Ute Ave Grand Junction, CO

Renowned for his hard work as a musician & songwriter, Grant Sabin's raw voice & dynamic stage presence captivate audiences. Drawing from more...0 Delta blues, Sabin's unique musical style features biting slide guitar, soulful growls, and heartfelt lyrics. Sabin's innate musical talent allows him to seamlessly blend blues, folk, hip-hop, and rock genres. Come hear Grant's new album """"Work"""" on his Gotta Work album release tour. Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door. Show starts at 7pm doors open at 6:30.

MUSIC

Presented by the Grand Junction Symphony Orchestra

7:30pm-9:00pm, 864 Bunting Avenue Grand Junction 81501

Get in the festive spirit with classic carols and holiday favorites from the full symphony and Western Colorado Chorale. Kick off your holiday season more...0 in grand style as the Western Colorado Chorale and full forces of the GJSO unite for an evening of your favorite yuletide hits! Beloved carols and classic seasonal tunes infused with the power and magic of a full orchestra and chorus. Under the batons of Charles Latshaw and Dirk Johnson, the stage comes alive with the joyful melodies of the season, transporting audiences to a world of holiday cheer and merriment. When to Arrive: Doors open one hour before the performance; most people arrive 40 minutes early. Concessions are available before the concert and at intermission. Parking: Plenty of parking around Colorado Mesa University Performing Arts Center with no passes needed on weekends or after 5 p.m. on Fridays. Dress Code: Wear what you like; dressing up is optional. General Guide for Applause: Clap for the Concertmaster, Conductor, and after each piece. Etiquette: Please silence devices, limit noise, and be considerate to ensure everyone enjoys the performance.