Events Calendar - Grand Junction Visitor & Convention Bureau

Downtown Farmers' Market

July 02, 2009 to September 17, 2009
5-8:30pm every Thursday night

3rd thru 6th and Main Street
970-256-4133

“Rent (School Edition)” Musical

July 02, 2009 to July 11, 2009
July 2-3 and July 9-11 7:30 p,m.
$15 adults, $12 students and seniors

Script edited for content and vocal technique for a younger audience. Inspired by Puccini's La Boheme.

Showtime Productions Theater
2148 Broadway (behind Garfields), CO
970-263-4152

Gun Show

July 03, 2009 to July 05, 2009
Fri 4:00 pm; Sat & Sun 8:00 am
$4

Show at the Mesa County Fair Grounds in the Community Building.

Mesa County Fair Grounds
2785 US Highway 50, Grand Junction, CO
970-255-7100

4th of July Festivities; Half Marathon and 5 K Road Race

July 03, 2009 to July 05, 2009

43200 Hwy 141, CO
970-931-2458
www.gatewaycanyons.com

Saturday Fruita Farmers' Market

July 04, 2009 to August 27, 2009
Vendors 8am-Noon, Entertainment 9am-11am
Free

Welcome one and all to our 10th year as a farmer’s market.

Fruita Civic Center Park, corner of Peach and Aspen
Downtown Fruita, CO, CO
970-241-2089
www.fruitafarmersmartket.com

Top Gun at the Avalon

July 04, 2009 to July 05, 2009
Sat 1:30 pm Sun 3 pm
$5

TOP GUN movie: "The macho students of an elite US Flying school for advanced fighter pilots compete to be the best in the class, and one romances the teach."--- Saturday - in English Sunday - in Spanish

645 Main Street, CO
970-263-5700

Palisade Sunday Farmers Market

July 05, 2009 to September 20, 2009
10am-2pm
Free

Includes local artisans, crafters, musicians, nonfprofit organizations, wineries and fresh Palisade produce.

Downtown Palisade
Palisade, CO, CO
970-464-5602

Hot Rod Cruise Night Car Show

July 05, 2009 Noon to 8 pm
Free

A fund raising benefit for Mesa County Partners. Meet at Fly'n Rooster's Restaurant Grand Central Plaza.--Contact: Jeff Skinner, Event Director 801-691-4044

Meet at Grand Central Plaza
1st Ave and Grand Ave, CO
801-691-4044

CGA Junior Open

July 06, 2009 to July 07, 2009

The only major junior tournament on the Western Slope open to all golfers ages 14-18. CGA accepts scores for Championship events.

970-242-1772
www.cogolf.org/junior/index.php

Franklin's Tab

July 06, 2009 9 pm
No cover

Weaver's Tavern
103 N 1st St, CO
(970) 241-4010

Mystery Science Theatre 3000--Dinner and a Movie at the Avalon

July 07, 2009 7:15 pm
Every Tuesday enjoy dinner at any Downtown Grand Junction Restaurant and bring your receipt to the Avalon for 2 free admissions to the movies. or $5

“Mike Nelson and his robot companions watch and give their comments about "The Island Earth."

645 Main Street, CO
970-263-5700
www.tworiversconvention.com/events/avalon_events.php

Defending the Pilot

July 08, 2009 9 pm
$10 all ages

with: Ten to None, Run Away Fast, Thanks to You

Mesa Theater and Club
538 Main Street, CO
970-241-1717
www.mesatheater.com/events.php?ID=370

Poetry Night at the Main Branch of MCPL

July 08, 2009 6-8 pm (2nd Wed)
Free

Learn about poet C. S. Lewis and then share your choice.

530 Grand Ave, CO
970-243-4442
www.mcpld.org

Hard Promises Concert at Fruita

July 09, 2009 7:30 pm

A Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers Tribute Band. Plus City Council Ice Cream Social.

325 Aspen Street, Fruita, CO

Centennial Band

July 09, 2009 7:00 pm

Enjoy a variety of classics, modern composers, traditional marches, patriotic songs and new sounds. By playing different music at each performance, the Band gives audiences a variety of popular, easy listening, and musically challenging selections. Concert-goers are encouraged to come early and bring comfortable lawn chairs.

Longs Park, Grand Mesa Shelter
E 1/2 Road, CO
(970) 243-9091

First Friday at The Art Center(on the 2nd Friday!)

July 10, 2009 Free

Galleries open until 8pm or 9pm, (Frameworks, Frame Depot (6pm – 9pm), Hang-ups, Off the Wall II, Unique Expressions, Planet Wines, City Hall (5pm – 7pm), The Art Center (7pm – 9pm) features four exhibits: Pastel, Collage Postcards, Student Instructor, Architecture/Theatre/Video

The Art Center
1803 N. 7th Street, CO
243-7337
www.gjartcenter.org

Movie Under the Stars "Enchanted"

July 10, 2009 6 pm Grill fires up - movie at dusk.
Movie free, food purchases for Glade Park Volunteer Fire Dept.

Live entertainment, games, hayrides and food. Bring your own chair and warm clothes.

Back wall of Fire Department building.
Just west of Glad Park Store., CO

Master Class in Painting Water

July 10, 2009 to July 12, 2009
1pm – 4pm
Registration: $110 members, $150 non-members,

Different approaches to painting water.

The Art Center
1803 N. 7th St, CO
970-243-7337

Frontier Belles Horse Show

July 11, 2009 to July 12, 2009
Free to the public

Mesa County Fairgrounds Covered Arena
2785 US Highway 50, Grand Junction, CO
970-255-7100

Sweet Sunny South Concert

July 11, 2009 7:30 pm
Tickets $10 members, $14 non-members

Benefit concert.

Botanical Gardens
641 Struthers Ave, CO
970-254-3865

Quemando at Grand River Vineyards

July 11, 2009 Gates open 6:30 pm, Show 7:30 pm
$17 Advance at: Roper Music, Fisher's Liquor Barn, The Muse in Fruita, $20 at door. Childrem 12 and under free.

Concert by Denver-based salsa band, Quemando, to benefit Child and Migrant Services. Bring your lawn chair, dinner available. Wine by the bottle or glass, soft drinks & water (No beverages may be brought in.) Bring a picnic-families welcome.

Grand River Vineyards
787 Elberta Ave, Palisade, CO, CO
970-464-5867
www.granderiverwines.com

Moose on the Mesa Program

July 11, 2009 6:30pm

Presented by DOW wildlife biologist,Frank McGee will discuss the status, habits, and future of the moose population on the Grand Mesa.

Grand Mesa Visitor Center
Highway 65 & Historic Byway, CO
970-856-4153

Sunset Sounds -- Goodman Band

July 12, 2009 2-6 pm
Free

The Goodman Band will rock the house. Sunset Sounds on Second Sundays at Powderhorn Resort

Powderhorn Resort
Colorado Highway 65, Mesa, CO, CO
970-268-5735

Boys of Summer - "A Don Henly Tribute"

July 12, 2009 Gates open 3 pm; Concert starts at 4 pm.
$17 in advance from Grande River Vineyards, Roper Music, Fisher's Liquor Barn, The Muse in Fruita. $20 at the gate. Families welcome--children 12 and under free.

Benefit concert for Music in the schools. Bring lawn chairs and picnic. Drinks available: wine, soft drinks, water (no beverages may be brought in).

Grande River Vineyards
970-464-5867
www.granderiverwines.com

Tony Rosario

July 13, 2009 9 pm
No Cover

Monday Night Concert Series @ Weavers Tavern--playing acoustic rock.

Weavers Tavern
103 N. 1st St., CO
970.858.7675

George Jones Concert at Two Rivers

July 14, 2009 Doors Open at 6:30pm / Show STARTS at 7:30pm
$45-$65 plus ticket processing fee

"George Glenn Jones is one of the last of his breed: pure country singers. He is a link to a bygone age, when family values and the neighborhood church were important along with the honky-tonk down the street."

159 Main St., CO
866-464-2626
www.ticketswest.com

Johnny Bertram

July 14, 2009 4:30 - 6 p.m.
Free

(Regional Mexican/A'cappella/Breakcore) On tour out of Jackson, MS, this talented artist's mellow vocals perfectly compliment a hush, southern rock sound.

Coffee Muggers
644 Main Street, Grand Junction, CO 81501
970-241-1968

King Kong -- Dinner and a Movie at the Avalon

July 14, 2009 7:15 pm
Every Tuesday enjoy dinner at any Downtown Grand Junction Restaurant and bring your receipt to the Avalon for 2 free admissions to the movies. or $5

“A film crew goes to a tropical island for an exotic location shoot and discovers a colossal giant gorilla who takes a shine to their female blond star."

645 Main Street, CO
970-263-5700
www.tworiversconvention.com/events/avalon_events.php

Hamilton Loomis concert at Fruita

July 16, 2009

Rock, soul and blues

325 Aspen Street, Fruita, CO

Centennial Band Concert

July 16, 2009 7 PM

Enjoy a variety of classics, modern composers, traditional marches, patriotic songs and new sounds. By playing different music at each performance, the Band gives audiences a variety of popular, easy listening, and musically challenging selections. Concert-goers are encouraged to come early and bring comfortable lawn chairs.

At Spring Valley Park.
2760 F Road, CO
(970) 243-9091

Reel Time at KAFM

July 16, 2009 7:00 p.m
$6 at door only.

KAFM: REEL TIME AT THE RADIO ROOM---Information/film title: www.kafmradio.org

1310 Ute Avenue, CO
www.kafmradio.org

Running Out – the Global Food Crisis

July 16, 2009 6:30pm
Free

Civic Engagement Forum at the Mesa County Central Library.

530 Grand Ave., CO
970-243-4442
www.mcpld.org

Wood Turning Demonstration

July 16, 2009 9-noon
Free

Wood Turners of Orchard Mesa will demonstrate making projects.

Mesa County Libraries Orchard Mesa Branch
230 Lynwood Street,, CO
970-243-0181
www.mcpld.org

Swim Meet

July 17, 2009 to July 19, 2009

Western Slope Championships at Lincoln Park Pool

Lincoln Park Pool
12th and Gunnison, CO
970.260.8459

Happy Feet --Movies Under the Stars

July 17, 2009 Concessions 5:30pm;

Glade Park Movies Under the Stars --benefit for Glade Park Volunteer Fire Dept.--charge for food, donation for films, hayrides or carriage rides; bring seating.

Glade Park
16400 DS Road,, CO
970-216-9116
www.glade-park.com

4-H Horse Show

July 18, 2009 to July 19, 2009
8:00 am
Free

2785 US Hwy 50, CO
970-255-7100

Beyond Boundaries Dance Collective

July 18, 2009 to July 19, 2009
6:45 pm reception; 7:30 pm concert
$10 adults, $8 seniors and students, Advance tickets and questions: Creative Avenues - 970-355-6757

The dance collective, which includes dancers and teachers from the community as well as Mesa State faculty, will entertain the audience with an eclectic collection of dances in various contemporary styles. The concert features choreography by local artists such as Ann J. Sanders, Julie Sinnott, Analii Cunningham, and Liz Vrettos and is preceded by a wine reception and meet and greet as a fund raiser for the Mesa State Dance Department's dance scholarships and new dance studio, now under construction and scheduled for its first use this fall.

Ropers Music Ballroom
136 N. 5th St., Grand Junction, CO 81501
970-255-6757
www.creativeavenuesgj.com

Free Weekend at Co National Monument

July 18, 2009 to July 19, 2009
9:30 am to 4:30 pm
Free

The National Park Service cordially invites everyone to be our guest at the Colorado National Monument. Several ranger-led programs include: Family Fun Hike; Porch talks about Rocks, Bats, Insects and Lizards.

970-858-3617 ext 360
www.nps.gov/findapark/feefreeparks.htm

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

Talons & Tweety Birds

July 18, 2009

Cary Atwood, GJ Environmental Education Network. Family presentation intended to get children involved learning about the raptors and birds of the forest.

Grand Mesa Visitor Center
Hwy 65 & Historic Byway, CO
970-874-6695

Theresa Derush

July 20, 2009 9 pm

Weaver's Monday Night Concert Series: Folk rock/ blues

Weaver's Tavern
103 N 1st St, CO
(970) 241-4010

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

Open Mic Night at Main Branch MCPL

July 21, 2009 6:30 pm
Free; Pre-registration required: 243-4442

Participants (adults or teens) get three minutes to present their selection – poetry, singing, comedy, etc.; Rich Cowden will MC.

550 Grand Ave., CO
970-243-4442
www.mcpld.org

2009 Jazz Among the Grapevines (2nd)

July 21, 2009 7 pm to dusk
$10

Concert - Bryan Savage (Smooth Jazz - Saxophonist/Flutist). All proceeds benefit Western Colordo Art Center. Questions: sally0516@gmail.com

Two Rivers Winery
2087 Broadway, CO

Taco Bell Western Slope Open

July 21, 2009 to July 24, 2009
July 21, at 8 am thru July 24 6 pm
$10

For the last fifty years players from across the west have swarmed to Colorado's Western Slope to play in the region's largest tennis tournament. Do not miss this yearly event for many generations.

Mesa State
Saunders Fieldhouse., CO
www./mesacountytennis.com/tacobell.htm

Jurassic Park - Dinner and a Movie at the Avalon

July 21, 2009 7:15 pm
Every Tuesday enjoy dinner at any Downtown Grand Junction Restaurant and bring your receipt to the Avalon for 2 free admissions to the movies, or $5

Scientist clone dinosaurs to populate a theme park which suffers a major security breakdown and releases the dinosaurs.

645 Main Street, CO
970-263-5700
www.tworiversconvention.com/events/avalon_events.php

Punk Rock Show

July 23, 2009 8:30 pm
$10 all ages

Line up to be announced

Mesa Theater and Club
538 Main Street, CO
970-241-1717
www.mesatheater.com

Centennial Band Concert

July 23, 2009 7 pm
Free

Enjoy a variety of classics, modern composers, traditional marches, patriotic songs and new sounds. By playing different music at each performance, the Band gives audiences a variety of popular, easy listening, and musically challenging selections. Concert-goers are encouraged to come early and bring comfortable lawn chairs.

Sherwood Park
Second St. and Sherwood Drive, CO
(970) 243-9091

Pineapple Crackers concert at Fruita

July 23, 2009 7:30 pm
Free

Performing Reggae, Hawaiian, rock.

Civic Center Stage
325 Aspen Street, Fruita, CO
www.pineapplecrackers.com

Jon Bozeman & VJ Sarah

July 23, 2009 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

(folk | acoustic | pop) On national tour out of Brooklyn: Jon Bozeman's rythmic, folky root music in collaboration with visual artist VJ Sarah.

Cofee Muggers
644 Main St, CO
970- 241-1968
http://www.myspace.com/jonbozeman

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.

2nd Annual Women’s Wellness Weekend

July 24, 2009 to July 27, 2009

43200 Hwy 141, CO
970-931-2458
www.gatewaycanyons.com

Journey to the Center of the Earth--Movies Under the Stars

July 24, 2009 5:30 concessions open, movie at dusk.

Glade Park Movies Under the Stars benefit for Glade Park Volunteer Fire Dept.--charge for food, donation for films, hayrides or carriage rides; bring seating

16400 DS Road, CO
970-216-9116
www.glade-park.com

Nitty Gritty Dirt Band

July 25, 2009 Doors Open at 7:00pm / Show STARTS at 8:00pm
$35 all reserved seats. Tickets on sale May 2nd

During their 30-plus year career, the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band has released over 30 albums.

Avalon Theatre
645 Main Street, CO
1-866-464-2626
www.sandstoneconcerts.com

Kannah Creek & Whitewater History

July 25, 2009 6:30 pm
Free - seating limited to 85 people.

Discussion by Carol Anderson--history--sheep and cattle wars of the Whitewater Community (also Bridgeport and 30 miles of Unaweep Canyon).

Grand Mesa Visitor Center
970-856-4153

Z Camp Express

July 27, 2009 9 pm

Weaver's Monday Night Concert Series--jamband from Olympia, Wa.

Weaver's Tavern
103 N 1st St, CO
(970) 241-4010

Rose is a Rose

July 28, 2009 Noon- 1 pm
Pre-registration $5 at GJ Parks & Rec.

Lunch & Learn in the Gardens

Western Colorado Botanical Gardens
655 Struthers, CO
970-254-3866
www.gjcity.org

GhostBusters - Dinner and a Movie at the Avalon

July 28, 2009 Every Tuesday enjoy dinner at any Downtown Grand Junction Restaurant and bring your receipt to the Avalon for 2 free admissions to the movies. or $5
7:15 pm

Thre unemployed parapsychology professors set up shop as a unique ghost removal service.

645 Main Street, CO
970-263-5700
www.tworiversconvention.com/events/avalon_events.php

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

CSU CAM Event

July 29, 2009 12 noon - 2 pm
Free

CSU Community Tour: Meet and greet CAM the RAM of CSU - live remote, giveaways, and photos.

1st-2nd on Main Street, CO
970-241-3346

Desert Moon concert at Fruita

July 30, 2009 7:30 pm
Free

Country/Rock 'n' Roll

Civic Center Stage
325 Aspen Street, CO

Kung Fu Panda -- Movies Under the Stars

July 31, 2009 Mopvie at dusk. Concessions 5:30pm;

Benefit for Glade Park Volunteer Fire Dept.--charge for food, donation for films, hayrides or carriage rides; bring seating.

16400 DS Road, CO
970-216-9116
www.glade-park.com

Grand Mesa Wildflowers Walk

August 01, 2009 6:30 pm

CSU Extension native plant masters will lead walk thru Native Plant Garden at the GMVC followed by a presentation on the variety of wildflowers found in the forest.

Grand Mesa Visitor Center
2550 Hwy 60, CO
970-856-4153

The Fellowship of the Ring - Dinner and a Movie at the Avalon

August 04, 2009 7:15 pm
$5 without dinner receipt

“In a small village in the Shire a young Hobbit named Frodo has been entrusted with an ancient Ring. Now he must embark on an Epic quest to the Cracks of Doom in order to destroy it."

645 Main Street, CO
970-263-5700
www.tworiversconvention.com/events/avalon_events.php

Outdoor Fun Event at Highline

August 05, 2009 10:00 AM - 11:55 AM

End of summer outdoor fun food finale! Food, prizes, fun, food, awards, fun, food! Don't miss it!

Highline State Park
p://www.colorado.gov/parks

Finders & Youngberg concert at Fruita

August 06, 2009 7:30 pm
Free

Folk, bluegrass and country.

Civic Center Stage
325 Aspen Street, Fruita, CO

The Merry Wives of Windsor

August 07, 2009 to August 09, 2009
6 pm
$10 adults, $5 children ages 5 – 17

Bring your own seating and see a great Shakespeare comedy outdoors!--Shakespeare Company in the Independence Academy courtyard (formerly Lincoln Park Elem.)

Independence Academy courtyard
14th & Gunnison, CO
970-778-7599
www.sweetwatershakespeare.corg.

5th Annual Cycling Festival

August 07, 2009 to August 09, 2009

43200 Hwy 141, CO
970-931-2458

Bee Movie -- Movies Under the Stars

August 07, 2009 Fridays at dusk. Concessions 5:30pm;

Benefit for Glade Park Volunteer Fire Dept. Charge for food, donation for films, bring seating.

Glade Park
16400 DS Road, CO
970-216-9116
www.glade-park.com

2009 Art on the Corner Golf Tournament

August 07, 2009 1 pm
From individual golfer to premium sponsorship.

The tournament is a scramble format with a shotgun start.--- The tournament includes several hole-in-one contests, with prizes that include $10,000 ($5,000 to the winner and $5,000 to Art on the Corner), golf clubs, other hole competitions and an extensive raffle with more prizes and gift certificates. A barbeque dinner and award presentation wraps up the event that evening.

Tiara Rado Golf Course
(970) 254-3865
www.downtowngj.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=page.aotcgolf

Super Cross

August 08, 2009 4:30 -6 pm
Adults $13, Senior & Child $10 from local motorcycle shops. At Gate $15/12. Age three and under free.

Super Cross racing at the Grandstand.

Mesa County Fair Grounds
2785 US Hwy 50, CO
(970) 255-7100

2nd Annual Flat Top Festival at Powderhorn

August 08, 2009 10 am - 6 pm
Free

A full day on the Grand Mesa - music, arts, crafts, and food. Live Music by: Salt Creek Gang-- Ernie McHugh-- Flat Top Reed--

http://www.powderhorn.com

Horse Show

August 08, 2009 8:00 am
Free

Presented by Grand Junction Horse Show Association.

2785 US Hwy 50, CO
970-255-7100

Lands End Hill Climb

August 08, 2009 to August 09, 2009
TBA

Auto race from the garvel 3/4 mile to the top.

Lands End Road
www.chcaracing.com/news.html#schedule

Greg Brown

August 08, 2009 8:30 PM
$25.00 ages 21+

With Bo Ramsey

Mesa Theater and Club
538 Main Street, CO
970-241-1717
www.mesatheater.com/events.php?ID=349

Chris Hillman & Herb Pederson Concert

August 08, 2009 8 pm
General seating $35

Roper Music Ballroom
130 N. 5th (upstairs), CO
970-243-8497
www.sandstoneconcerts.com

Grand Mesa Birds

August 08, 2009 7 pm
Free - seating limited to 85

Botanist and bird watcher Evelyn Horn presents habitat, curious behaviors and lifestyles of birds found on the Mesa (with a few surprises, too).

Grand Mesa Visitor Center
Hwy 50, CO
970-856-4153

First Friday at The Art Center

August 09, 2009 6:30pm - 9pm
Free and open to the public.

New exhibits.

The Art Center
1803 N. 7th Street, CO
(970)243-7337 x4

Smokey Bear is 65 years old.

August 09, 2009 10 am to 3 pm
Free

Celebrate with Smokey Bear -- Cake and Punch.

Grand Mesa Visitor Center
970-856-4153

Johnny Winters concert

August 10, 2009 8 pm
$35

Presented by Sandstone Productions.

Mesa Theater and Club
538 Main Street, CO
970-243-8497
www.sandstoneconcerts.com

Decimation of the Nation --

August 11, 2009 7:30 pm
$25.00 all ages

Hatebreed Chimaira Winds of Plague Dying Fetus Toxic Holocaust

Mesa Theater and Club
538 Main Street, CO
970-241-1717
www.mesatheater.com/events.php?ID=364

King'n Trio Benefit Concert

August 13, 2009 7:30 pm
Free

Renditions of popular American songs

Civic Center Stage
325 Aspen Street, Fruita, CO

41st Annual Palisade Peach Festival

August 13, 2009 to August 16, 2009

The Festival kicks off on Thursday, August 13, 2009 with four days of fun-filled, entertaining events. With more than 100 food, art and craft vendors, great live musical entertainment, a fantastic children’s area, various culinary activities, numerous special events, and of course…peaches, we are certain that there is something for everyone at this year’s festival!

Centennial Band Concert at the Peach Festival

August 14, 2009 6 pm

Variety of classics, modern composers, traditional marches, patriotic songs and new sounds from the Grand Junction Centennial Band.

Palisade Peach Festival
Riverbend Park, Palisade, CO
970-243-9091

High School Musical -- Movies Under the Stars

August 14, 2009 Concessions 5:30pm, movie at dusk.

Benefit for Glade Park Volunteer Fire Dept. charge for food, donation for films, bring seating.

Glade Park
16400 DS Road, CO
Deb AT 970-216-9116
www.glade-park.com

Free Weekend at the CO National Monument

August 15, 2009 to August 16, 2009

www.nps.gov/findapark/feefreeparks.htm

Hazel Miller Band Concert

August 15, 2009 Gates open 6:30 pm, Show starts 7:30 pm
$20 at the door.

Hazel Miller Band Benefit Concert for Partners. Bring lawn chairs, picnic. No beverages may be brought it (wine by bottle, glass, soft drinks & water available).

Grande River Vineyards
787 North Elberta, Palisade, CO
970-464-5867
www.granderiverwines.com

Hot August Nite

August 15, 2009 10 am
Reservations: $95 available on-line:

New Orleans Seafood Buffet with Max Wagner (Harry Connick Jr. lead sax) playing jazz.

Varaison Vineyards & Winery
405 N. 1st Street, CO
970-464-4928
www.varaisonvineyards.com

Alicia Marsicovetere at the Radio Room

August 15, 2009 7 pm
$15

Americana concert by a great talent.

KAFM Radio Room
1310 Ute Av, CO
(970) 241-8801 X223
www.kafmradio.org

Sunset Sounds & Thigunawat 10K Trail Run

August 16, 2009

Free concert.

Powderhorn Resort

Civic Engagement Forum at MCPL

August 17, 2009 6:30 pm
Free

Coping with the Cost of Health Care.

530 Grand Ave, CO
(970) 243-4442
www.mcpld.org

2009 Jazz Among the Grapevines (3rd)

August 18, 2009 7 pm to dusk
$10

Concert - Influx (Sophisticated Jazz with a Twist). All proceeds benefit the Western Colorado Art Center. Questions: sally0516@gmail.com

Two Rivers Winery
2087 Broadway, CO

Ricko Donovan

August 20, 2009 6 pm
$15+ donation requested, Children 12+

Hammered Dulcimer Virtuoso will present an evening of traditional Celtic music.

Willow Creek B & B
662 26 Road, CO
970-243-4958
www.myspace.com/hammerdulcimer

Presentation: Slaying of Jack Johnson

August 20, 2009 Noon (bring lunch if you wish, coffee and tea provided).
Free

Mesa County Historical Society Noontime History Program -- Joel Frardsen tells the story of the slaying of Jack Johnson.

Whitman Education Center
248 S. 4th St, CO
Miffie (970) 243-7477

Reel Time @ the Radio Room

August 20, 2009 $6 at door only.

Independent film series at KAFM Radio

KAFM Radio Room
1310 Ute Ave, CO
970-241-8801 X223.
www.kafmradio.org for Information/film title

8th Ravenshire Renaissance & Pirate Faire

August 21, 2009 to August 23, 2009

Magic, mirth and variety of food and wares, a blend of the Renaissance in the year 1550 and pirates of the 18th century.

Riverbend Park
(970) 261-4990
www.faires.com/Ravenshire

Jeep Jamboree

August 21, 2009 to August 23, 2009

43200 Hwy 141, CO
970-931-2458
www.gatewaycanyons.com

Mile High National BMX Race

August 21, 2009 to August 23, 2009
8:00 am

Mesa County BMX Track. Registration required to participate. Public welcome to view.

Mesa County Fairgrounds
2785 US Highway 50, CO
970-255-7100
www.grandvalleybmx.com

Western Slope Reining Horse Association

August 21, 2009 to August 23, 2009
8:00 am
Free

Mesa County Fairgrounds Covered Arena.

2785 US Hwy 50, CO
970-255-7100

The Water Horse -- Movies Under the Stars

August 21, 2009 Concessions 5:30pm, MOVIE at dusk.

benefit for Glade Park Volunteer Fire Dept. Charge for food, donation for films,; bring seating.

Glade Park
16400 DS Road, CO
Deb (970) 216-9116
www.glade-park.com

Evening Under the Stars

August 22, 2009 6:45 pm
Free

Free concert in Lincoln Park by the Grand Junction Symphony Orchestra, Centennial Band, and Talking Rhythms

Lincoln Park
12th and North Ave., CO
(970) 243-6787

Skyway Stargazing

August 22, 2009 8 pm
Free, bring lawn chair, bug repellant and a flashlight.

With Black Canyon Astronomical Society --telescopes and experts on hand to view and discuss the night sky.

Skyway Parking Area of Hwy 65.
970-856-4153

Tour of the Valley Bike Ride

August 24, 2009 Registration packets available 6:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. the day of the tour. 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Registration fee is $45 (No pledges to raise !). Children 14 and under are only $20

Event includes 15, 30, 50, 75, and 100 mile bike rides.--- Your fee includes it all, breakfast, designer T-shirt, rest stop snacks, post ride meal, great prizes, and other craziness set to music at the DoubleTree Hotel.

DoubleTree Hotel
743 Horizon Drive, CO
970-464-7458
/www.yourcommunityhospital.com/Tour-of-the-Valley.cfm

Western Colorado Senior Games

August 24, 2009 to August 28, 2009
$19.00 if registered by Monday, August 10, $24 after 8/10 T-shire and buffet dinner included with registration.

Participants 50 and over should register according to their age as of 8/10/2009. Many activities including: sports, leisure activities, dancing, swimming, and eveing social. For registration information check the website.

(970) 254-3866
www.gjcity.org/CityDeptWebPages/ParksRecreation/Seniors/Seniorgames.htm

Herbs O’ Plenty at the Botanical Gardens

August 25, 2009 Noon to 1pm, bring lunch if you wish.
Pre-registration $5 at GJ Parks & Rec

Lunch and learn in the Gardens.

655 Struthers Ave, CO
970-254-3866
www.gjcity.org

41th Annual Peach Promenade - Square Dance

August 28, 2009 to August 29, 2009
$22 at door complete package, $8-11 Single dance events.

At Mount Garfield Middle School: Friday: Pre-rounds, Callers and Cuers Saturday: Workshops beginning 9 am, Grand March 7:45 pm ---Ken Bower from Palm Dessert, CA Featured Caller----Square dance apparel at all functions. Apparel shop on site. Non-dancers under 18 years of age prohibited on premises.

Mt. Garfield Middle School
3475 Front Street, Clifton, CO, CO
(970) 434-3543

The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian--Movie Under the Stars

August 28, 2009 Concessions 5:30pm; movie at dusk
charge for food, donation for films

Benefit for Glade Park Volunteer Fire Dept Glade Park. Bring seating.

Glade Park
16400 DS Road, CO
Deb (970) 216-9116
www.glade-park.com

Mud Monster Truck Show

August 29, 2009 Gates open 5:30 pm, Show begins 7:00 pm
$10-15 advance

At the Mesa County Grandstand: Anderson/Monster Truck show

2785 US Hwy 50, CO
970-255-7100

World's Greatest Yard Sale

August 29, 2009 9:00 am
$3

Mesa County Fairgrounds Park Complex.

970-255-7100

The Five Browns at the Avalon

August 29, 2009 2 pm 1-hr Matinee; 7:30 pm full performance
$20 Matinee; $50 VIP(includes Dulce Vita Reception), $35, $30, $25 Reserved seating, $10 Students

The Grand Junction Symphony Announces--The 5 Browns--virtuosic sibling pianists: performing classical and jazz-inspired compositions on 5 Steinway grand pianos. The Browns offer an awe-inspiring spectacle sure to excite music lovers of all ages.

The Avalon
645 Main Street, CO
(970) 243-6787

Mushrooms of the Grand Mesa

August 29, 2009 6:30 pm
Free

Dr Jim Worral - slide show, guided walk.

Grand Mesa Visitor Center
970-856-4153

Grand Valley Dressage Society Horse Show

September 04, 2009 to September 06, 2009
8 am
Free to the public

Presented by the Grand Valley Dressage Society

Mesa County Fairgrounds Covered Arena
2785 US Highway 50, Grand Junction, CO
970-255-7100

First Friday at the Art Center

September 04, 2009 6:30pm - 9pm
Free

New exhibits

The Art Center
1803 N. 7th Street, CO
970-243-7337/ 242-2220
www.gjartcenter.org

International Softball Association Tournament

September 04, 2009 to September 07, 2009

For public information: 500-700 participants ISA Tournament - public welcome to attend.

Rock Jam Music Festival

September 11, 2009 to September 12, 2009

BirthFest 2009

September 11, 2009

For public information: NEW EVENT – Public welcome.

2nd Annual Robb River Rally

September 12, 2009 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Ride a bike, rollerblade or walk parts of the Riverfront Trail and gather at the Connected Lakes Section of the James M. Robb Colorado River State Park. More details to follow.

(970) 261-3118
www.riverfrontproject.org/events.html

Paint Horse Show

September 12, 2009 8 am
Free

Colorado West Paint Horse Club

Mesa County Fairgrounds
2785 US Hwy 50, CO
Hotline: 970-255-7100; Office 255-7107

Colorado Mountain Winefest

September 17, 2009 to September 20, 2009
Starting at $40 for drinker, $20 for non-drinker

Toast the grape harvest and raise your glass to Colorado's finest vintages at the state's oldest, largest and best wine festival, and the only festival held in the heart of Colorado's wine country.

www.coloradowinefest.com

Powderhorn Resort Winemaker's Dinner

September 18, 2009

Powderhorn Resort

The Colorado Pork and Hops Challenge

September 18, 2009 to September 19, 2009

This 2 day All American Festival includes a professional competition KCBS BBQ cook off where 48 pro teams come from all over the country to compete for a $20,000 cash jackpot. An amateur BBQ competition for local contestants will take place on Saturday. Several food vendors will be serving up lip smackin’ BBQ and other local favorites like Watermelon and Fresh Roasted Corn on the Cob. Over a dozen micro brewers will be pouring their brew. Live music from local and regional artists will take place on two(2) stages and we will cap off the event Saturday night with Nashville Recording Artist, Josh Gracin. The festival will also include an area for the kids with bump and jumps, face painting and other activities

Lincoln Park
12th and North, CO
970-683-5669
www.porknhops.com

Colorado Pro Rodeo Finals

September 18, 2009 to September 20, 2009
Fri & Sat Gates open 6 pm for 7 pm show, Sun Gates open at noon for 1pm show.
TBA

Colorado Pro Rodeo Finals at the Grandstand at the Mesa County Fairgounds.

2785 US Hwy 50, CO

16th Annual Tour de Vineyards

September 19, 2009 4:30-7:30 pm Packet Pickup/Registration-Palisade High School. Race Start & Finish at Peach Bowl Park
$40 includes colorful T-shirt, welcome packet, aid station at Carlson Vineyards, mechanical/course support and post-ride pasta salad brunds ($10 day of event late charge).

This 25-mile ride winds through the vineyards (on paved roads with a few hills) and gives cyclists by the area's wineries as well as acres of fruit orchards.

(303) 635-2815
www.emgcolorado.com

Horse Show

September 19, 2009 8 am
Free

Mesa County Fairgrounds
2785 US Hwy 50, CO
Hotline: 970-255-7100; Office 255-7107

1st Annual Western Colorado Trithlon

September 19, 2009 Packet pickup, Fri, 9/18 from 4-7 pm

This course is a USAT sanctioned course that will include a .9 miles swim, 24 mile road bike and a 6.2 mile trail run. Swimmers will start on a beach and swim in the clean waters of Highline Reservoir. As the swimmers move into transition one and make the change to the bike, the ride wil exit the park. Riders will be challenged with a fast yet hilly bike course. Transition two, the runners will then traverse the up and down single track run course to finish atop the dam.

770-595-4556
www.ascentproductions.net

Golden Week - Two Color Sundays

September 20, 2009 to September 27, 2009
Lift Rides; 10am-3pm --$5 Adults, $3 kids 12 & under

Catch the beautiful fall colors as we will be having TWO Color Sundays. Sept. 20 & 27 ---------- Sunset Grille & Bar open Breakfast Bar at Wildewood Restaurant Live Music Season Pass photos Alpine Trader sales Hiking Disc Golf

Powderhorn Resort
48338 Powderhorn Road, Mesa, CO 81643, CO
970-268-5700

Bon Voyage!

September 22, 2009 7:30 pm

Send off the GJSO on its journey around the world with their opening night concert, Bon Voyage!

Grand Junction High School Auditorium
1400 N. 5th Street, CO
(970) 243-6787
www.gjsymphony.org

Conference of Law Enforcement Professionals

September 23, 2009 to September 25, 2009

For public information: 200 person conference of law enforcement professionals.

95th Annual Fruita Fall Festival

September 25, 2009 to September 27, 2009
Shuttle Pickup at Dinosaur Journey: Fri 4 -9:30 pm; Sat 8am-9:30 pm
Free

The festival is a free community event where nearly 170 vendors sell their arts, crafts and foods to a crowd of 30,000-plus over the 3-day event. Theme to be announced.

Fruita, CO
970-858-3894
www.FruitaFallFestival.com

Downtown Car Show

September 26, 2009

GVKC-AKC Dog Show

September 26, 2009 to September 27, 2009

Mesa County Fairgrounds
2785 US Hwy 50, CO
Hotline: 970-255-7100; Office 255-7107

First Friday at the Art Center

October 02, 2009 to October 20, 2009
6:30pm - 9pm
Free and open to the public.

New exhibits.

Art Center
1803 N.7th Street, CO
(970) 243-7337 X4
www.gjartcenter.org

Fire Classic Soccer

October 02, 2009 to October 04, 2009

Tournament - public welcome to view.

Grand Junction Soccer Club
529 25 1/2 Rd. Ste B112, CO
970.242.4550 x-206
www.grandjunctionsoccer.com

Gun Show

October 02, 2009 to October 04, 2009
9am-5pm
$4.00

Mesa County Fairgrounds
Community Building, 2785 US Highway 50, CO
970-255-7100

Arabian Horse Show

October 03, 2009 to October 04, 2009
Free to the public

Presented by the Colorado West Arabian Horse Club

Mesa County Fairgrounds Covered Arena
2785 US Highway 50, Grand Junction, CO
970-255-7100

Colorado West Marching Band Competition

October 03, 2009

For public information: 500-1,000 people Colorado West Marching Band competition at Stocker Stadium

Colorado Rural Dev Council

October 09, 2009

For public information: Colorado Rural Dev Council – Entrepreneurship MarketPlace – Public welcome

www.ruralcolorado.org

Western Slope Animal Expo

October 10, 2009 to October 11, 2009

Mesa County Fairgounds
2785 US Hwy 50, CO
970-255-7107

Open Studios Tour

October 10, 2009 to October 11, 2009
Sat 10-5 pm, Sun Noon-5 pm
Free, maps available beginning Sept 19

The public is invited this special opportunity to meet artists in a relaxed setting -- see how and why their art is made. Preview the art at Vectra Bank on Patterson Rd. by the mall. M - Fri, 9:30am - 5 pm from September 8 thru October 8.--

970-640-8177
www.artspacecolorado.org

Grand Valley Dressage Horse Show

October 16, 2009 to October 18, 2009
8:00 am
Free

Grand Valley Dressage Society Horse Show at the Mesa County Fairground Covered Arena.

2785 US Hwy 50, CO

German Caceres Conducts the GJSO

October 27, 2009 7:30 pm

Grand Junction High School Auditorium
1400 North 5th Street, CO
(970) 243-6787
www.gjsymphony.org

First Friday at the Art Center

November 06, 2009 6:30 pm -9 pm
Free admission.

The Western Colorado Center for the Arts
1803 North 7th Street, Grand Junction, CO (the corner of 7th and Orchard), CO
(970) 243-7337 ext. 5 or 970-243-2482

Pigeon Show

November 07, 2009 8am
Free

Mesa County Fairgrounds Community Bldg
2785 US Highway 50, CO
970-255-7107
www.mesacounty.us

Symphony Gala Salsa Calente!

November 14, 2009 $125

More information to follow.

Two Rivers Convention Center
159 Main St.,, CO
(970) 243-6787

Colorado National Monument 2009 Rim Rock Marathon

November 14, 2009 8 am

This will mark the 17th year of the incredible run that occurs inside the Colorado National Monument Park. This venue provides epic views and a world class running course. We look forward to this 1st year as a Marathon. The course this year will begin near the East Entrance to the Monument. Runners will enter the east entrance, continue up and over the monument, down the west entrance and out of the Park to a downhill finish at James M Robb State Pask. -- Check back for the course profile.

770-595-4556
www.ascentproductions.net/id63.html

Jason Wilber

November 15, 2009 7 pm
$20+ Donation requested, ages 12+

Lead guitarist for John Prine and Iris Dement!

Willow Pond
662 26 Road, CO
970-243-4958
www.jasonwilber.net

"Somethings Afoot in Santa's Workshop"

November 21, 2009 2 and 7 PM
$TBA

What is wrong with those elves! There are Christmas toys to make! Kick off your holiday season with music, elves and Santa as the mystery gets solved. Presented by the Grand Mesa Chorus, Sweet Adelines

Avalon Theater
645 Main Street, CO

Parade of Lights and Winter Festival

December 05, 2009 5 pm

Thousands of enchanted spectators line the street to watch over 100 floats light up the night on seven blocks of Main Street.

www.downtowngj.org