Artwork by Maebeth Guyton (painting), Darlyne W. Merkel (photography), Mary Mansfield (sculpture), and Thunder Mountain Camera Club. 5th & Rood
254-3865

Farmers Market every Thursday from June 12 through Sept. 18 Over 100 artisians, musicians and food vendors with fresh produce and fruits from the Grand Valley. Held along Grand Junction's Historic Main Street, this event attracts an estimated 5,000 visitors every Thursday. Downtown Main Street
970-245-9697
www.downtowngj.org

Works from the New Art Collective. Artwork by a group of enterprising Mesa State artists. Planet Earth & the Four Directions Gallery
524 Colorado Ave, Grand Junction, CO, CO
256-9630

Tuesday-- Musicians sign up at 8:30pm. Show starts at 10pm. Rockslide Brew Pub
401 Main Street, Grand Junction, CO, CO
970-858-7675

Tuesday, July 8 --------------- 9:00 AM Nature Walk “Desert Survivors” Learn about plants, animals and the amazing methods used to survive in this hot, dry climate. Meet at the Visitor Center. Bring water and wear sturdy walking shoes. Distance 1.0 mile roundtrip. 1.5 hours. ------------- 10:00 AM Porch Talk “Every Rock Tells a Story” Each rock, no matter how large or how small, has a part in the story of the formation of the beautiful monoliths and canyons of the Colorado National Monument. Listen to the rock’s stories to gain an understanding of the miraculous transformation that occurred over millions of years to bring you what you see today. 20 minutes. ------------ 1:00 Porch Talk, “Lizards: Between a Rock & a Hard Place” Learn about these tiny desert survivors. What makes them so cool? Why are they doing pushups? Do they really eat each other? Meet at the Visitor Center. 20 minutes. -------------- 2:00 PM Porch Talk “Every Rock Tells a Story” Each rock, no matter how large or how small, has a part in the story of the formation of the beautiful monoliths and canyons of the Colorado National Monument. Listen to the rock’s stories to gain an understanding of the miraculous transformation that occurred over millions of years to bring you what you see today. 20 minutes. ---------------- 3:00 PM Porch Talk “Rocks on the Move” Learn about the forces of weathering and erosion that have shaped, and continue to shape Colorado National Monument. Meet at the Visitors Center. 20 minutes. ____________________ Wednesday, July 9 ---------------- 9:00 AM Walk-Talk “RoadBuilders: Blood, Sweat & Teamwork” Learn about the hardworking young men of the Civilian Conservation Corps who risked their lives to build Rim Rock Drive. Meet at the Visitor Center. Bring water and a hat. Distance one-half mile roundtrip. 25 minutes. ----------- 10:00 AM Nature Walk “Canyon Rim Ramble” Travel along the Canyon Rim Trail and get a closer look at the geology and pinyon juniper woodland. Look for signs of wildlife and hear stories about the legendary John Otto, first caretaker of Colorado National Monument. Meet at the Visitor Center. Bring water and wear sturdy walking shoes. Distance 1.0 mile roundtrip. 1.5 hours. --------------- 11:30 AM Porch Talk, “Lizards: Between a Rock & a Hard Place” Learn about these tiny desert survivors. What makes them so cool? Why are they doing pushups? Do they really eat each other? Meet at the Visitor Center. 20 minutes. ------------------ 1:00 PM Porch Talk “Every Rock Tells a Story” Each rock, no matter how large or how small, has a part in the story of the formation of the beautiful monoliths and canyons of the Colorado National Monument. Listen to the rock’s stories to gain an understanding of the miraculous transformation that occurred over millions of years to bring you what you see today. 20 minutes. ------------------ 3:00 PM Porch Talk, “Lizards: Between a Rock & a Hard Place” Learn about these tiny desert survivors. What makes them so cool? Why are they doing pushups? Do they really eat each other? Meet at the Visitor Center. 20 minutes. ---------------- 4:00 PM Porch Talk “Living on the Edge – Desert Bighorn Sheep” Once on the brink of extinction, today the desert bighorn sheep population is thriving in and around Colorado National Monument. Discover what it takes to survive in this vertical environment and learn about a few of the unique adaptations the sheep possess. Meet at the Visitor Center. 20 minutes. Colorado National Monument
970-858-3617, 363

Learn about Gwendolyn Brooks and then share your own poetry. Starts at 6 p.m. Flinstone Building
550 Grand Ave, CO
970-683-2437

Ice cream social with performance by The King 'n' Trio. Fruita Civic Center
325 E. Aspen Ave, Fruita, CO, CO
970-858-0360
www.fruita.org

Dennis and Michelle Woodrich perform with Rob Labig at the Bistro Lounge inside the DoubleTree Hotel. DoubleTree Hotel
743 Horizon Drive, CO
970-241-8888

Come enjoy an evening out and increase your enjoyment of Tosca. At Dolce Vita restaurant we will have dinner and conversations and then move to City Hall Auditorium to view the recording of Tosca filmed on-site in Rome. It is a powerful performance done on location at the sites referenced in th elibretto and features Faina Kabaivanska as Tosca, a very young Placido Domingo as Cavaradossi, and Sherrill Milnes as Scarpia. 970-242-3703

Outdoor movies every Friday night on the Colorado National Monument! This weeks movie is "Night at the Museum." Concession stand opens at 5:30 p.m., grill opens at 6 p.m., entertainment by Highland Rogues from 7-8 p.m., movie starts at dusk. Childrens games, volleyball and hayrides. Bring your own chairs and warm clothes. Proceeds benefit Glade Park Volunteer Fire Department. Glade Park Volunteer Fire Station
West of Glade Park store on CO National Monument, Glade Park, CO, CO
970-216-9116

Opening reception for the Garden Party, The Art and Craft of Wood and Summer Art Camp Children's Installation with Rachel Egelston. Artist introductions and gallery talk at 6:30pm with a reception from 7-9pm. Cash bar and hors d'oerves with live music by Morgann Means. The Art Center
1803 N. Seventh Street, CO
970-243-7337
www.gjartcenter.org

Music by Salt Creek Gang, Heartsong, and Heaven Sent. Rev. Chuck Millhoff as speaker. Avalon Theatre
645 Main Street, CO
970-243-4230

Enjoy music by Ken Dravis at the Grand Vista Hotel. Grand Vista Hotel
2790 Crossroads Blvd, CO
970-241-8411

Tribute to Sublime with special guests Madlife. Mesa Theater and Club
538 Main Street, CO
970-241-1717
www.mesatheater.com

Blues and Rock Boomers
436 Main Street, CO
970-248-9022

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

Author of "Kincade's Blood." Barnes & Noble Booksellers
2451 Patterson Rd, CO
970-243-5113

Concert by Denver-based salsa band, Quemando, to benefit Child and Migrant Services. Gates open at 6pm, show starts at 7pm. Homemade Mexican food will be available for purchase. Silent Auction during concert. Buy tickets early at Triple Play Records, Fisher's Liquor Barn or Grand River Vineyards. Grand River Vineyards
787 Elberta Ave, Palisade, CO, CO
970-464-5226

Performance in Butterfly House amphitheater to benefit local cancer patient. Western Colorado Botanical Gardens
655 Struthers Ave, CO
970-245-9030
wcbotanic.org

With guests Jones/Adams Duo Mesa Theater and Club
538 Main Street, CO
970-241-1717
www.mesatheater.com

Country/Rock 'n' Roll Rockslide Brew Pub
401 Main Street, CO
970-245-2111

Classic Rock Boomers
436 Main Street, CO
970-248-9022

Glassic guitar music from South America by Michael Anthony Nigro. 662 26 Road, CO
www.willowpondbnb.com

Guided tours at Powderhorn Resort. Please call for reservations and fee information. Powderhorn Resort
Colorado Highway 65, Mesa, CO, CO
970-268-5168
powderhorn.com

Musical performance. Call for more info. Powderhorn Resort
Colorado Highway 65, Mesa, CO, CO
970-268-5735

Saxophonist/Flutist Bryan Savage Smooth Jazz Concert. Bring a picnic and a lawn chair. Enjoy an evening of music and relaxation. Wine is available by the glass or bottle. Please note - no other adult beverages are permitted. Two Rivers Winery
2087 Broadway, CO
(970) 260-8866
www.bryansavage.com

The Denver Butterfly Pavilion will present live insects and spiders in collaboration with the Mesa County Library "Catch the Reading Bug" program for children. Mesa County Library, Central Library
530 Grand Ave, CO
970-243-4783
www.mcpld.com

Dave and Victoria perform at coffee house. Coffee Muggers
644 Main Street, CO
970-255-0700

Variety of classics, modern composers, traditional marches, patriotic songs and new sounds from the Grand Junction Centennial Band. Grand Mesa Shelter, Long Family Memorial Park
3118 E 1/2 Road, CO
970-243-9091

Thursday Night Summer Concert Series in Fruita Fruita Civic Center
325 E. Aspen Ave, Fruita, CO, CO
970-858-0360

Anyone who has seen Whose Line is it Anyway with Drew Carey, has seen improvisational humor at its best. Two Chairs Theater Company is bringing on that same brand of humor with a night of The Incorrigibles. For four evenings, July 18, 19, 25 and 26, audiences will participate in this raucous, silly, witty evening. Two Chairs inherited this crowd pleaser from Green Shoe Theatre Company and several of its original members will be participating. “It takes a special mind-set to think fast on your feet while trying to be funny at the same time,” said Marilyn Wilcox, one of the actors involved. “We have a lot of talented people participating and as always…the audience gets to pull the strings so to speak!” 2210 Hwy 6 & 50
970-263-4360
www.twochairs.org

The dance collective, which includes Mesa State dance alumni and faculty, and dancers from the community, will delight the audience with an eclectic collection of dances in various contemporary styles. As Beyond Boundaries builds its repertoire and continues to increase the quality and professionalism of each concert, they are excited to welcome guest choreographers Mistelle Jimenez and Lynda White, both from the Denver area along with local professional choreographers and Mesa State dance faculty Matthew Lindstrom, Melonie Buchanan-Murray, and Ann J. Sanders. In addition, Julie Sinnott will present the completed version of her work-in-progress which was originally performed in Beyond Boundaries' February concert earlier this year. Mesa Experimental Theatre, Moss Performing Arts Center
1100 North Ave, Grand Junction, CO 81501
970-254-1166
www.pilatesspacegj.com

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

Devon Alves, Til Willis and Sandy Lind KAFM Radio Room
1310 Ute Ave, CO
970-241-8801 x 7
www.kafmradio.org, www.devonalves.com

15's/16's,18's Wood Bat. After hosting over 30 teams in 2007 (16 and 18 year old divisions), Grand Junction is ready for another great year of baseball, and is adding the 15U division in the mix. Some of the greatest teams from all over the United States will visit Grand Junction, which plays host to the Junior College World Series every May. Come spend some time on the Colorado River, go fishing on the Grand Mesa, take a hike up the Colorado National Monument, or enjoy a round of golf at one of 5 championship courses; Grand Junction has something for everyone! Schedule: July