Community Calendar

MUSIC

with special guest Lindsey Kraft

8:00pm-10:00pm, Asteria Theatre • 864 Bunting Ave.

Ben Folds is widely regarded as one of the major music influencers of our generation. The Emmy-nominated singer-songwriter-composer has created an more...0 enormous body of genre-bending music that includes pop albums with Ben Folds Five, multiple solo albums, and numerous collaborative records. His latest pop solo album was released in 2023 to rave reviews and sold-out performances. He released his first Christmas album in 2024 and last Fall recorded a LIVE album slated for release in 2025 with the National Symphony Orchestra (NSO) at the Kennedy Center in DC where he served for eight years as the first Artistic Advisor to the NSO. He currently tours as a pop artist, while also performing with some of the world’s greatest symphony orchestras. A New York Times Best Selling author and former podcast host, Ben is also working on new compositions for film, tv and theatre. He also frequently guest stars in films and TV. In 2022, Ben launched a music education charitable initiative in his native state of North Carolina entitled “Keys For Kids,” which provides funds and keyboards to existing nonprofits that offer free or affordable piano lessons to school-age children from economically-disadvantaged households. And he continually advocates for improving public policies for the arts and arts education on the national level as a member of Americans For The Arts and the Arts Action Fund.

MUSIC

7:00pm-9:00pm, Two Rivers Winery, 2097 Broadway

Queen Bees, a magical, all-female band, plays everything from Americana, country, indie bluegrass and folk. Music starts at 7:00, but come early to more...0 kick back on the lawn of Two Rivers Winery in the shadow of the Colorado National Monument with a picnic dinner and enjoy a glass of wine. . All proceeds benefit The Art Center of Western Colorado.

MUSIC

March Across the Valley

7:00pm-8:00pm, Eagle Rim Park

The Grand Junction Centennial Band presents "March Across the Valley", our summer concert series. Featuring movie music, pop-hits and more...0 marches, there is something everyone will enjoy. As always, the Centennial Band's concerts are free. Join us as we "March Across the Valley" this summer as we present free, family friendly concerts in Fruita, Grand Junction, Orchard Mesa and Clifton.

MUSIC

SoCo Social House

6:30pm-9:30pm, 209 1/2 Colorado Ave

MUSIC

7:00pm-9:00pm, Two Rivers Winery, 2087 Broadway

Queen Bees, a magical, all-female band, plays everything from Americana, country, indie bluegrass and folk. Music starts at 7:00, but come early to more...0 kick back on the lawn of Two Rivers Winery in the shadow of the Colorado National Monument with a picnic dinner and enjoy a glass of wine. . All proceeds benefit The Art Center of Western Colorado.

CLASSES/LECTURES

FILM

Free Film Screening

2:00pm-4:00pm, Mesa County Library Central GJ

Want to know what environmental protection experts have to share about how YOU can effectively protect the environment? Natural Wanders Nonprofit is more...0 hosting a film screening on Sat Aug 16th sharing research conducted with public servants from the National Parks Service, EPA, Dept of Interior, US Forest Service, global conservation nonprofits, state representatives, private sector sustainability officers, state environmental enforcement officers, environmental lawyers, and more to explore the best approaches to effective environmental protection. Join us Sat Aug 16th from 2-4pm, at Mesa County Library GJ for this free film screening and discussion brought to you by Natural Wanders, a Colorado-based environmental education 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Saturday, August 16th from 2-4pm @ Mesa County Library GJ and bring a friend!

MUSIC

7:00pm-9:00pm, 743 Horizon Dr.

MUSIC

7:00pm-9:00pm, 236 Main St

FOOD/BEVERAGES

FUNDRAISERS/BENEFITS

SPORTS

8:00am-1:00pm, Rimrock Adventures 927 CO-340, Fruita, CO 81521

Explore the beauty of our rivers while supporting a great cause. Join RiversEdge West and Rimrock Adventures for a relaxing day on the water during more...0 our "Raft the River" fundraiser on August 23rd from 8:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Launching from Rimrock Adventures in Fruita, CO, and taking out at the Loma Boat Ramp, this river float trip offers a unique opportunity to explore the natural beauty of the Colorado River while contributing to its restoration. Our expert guides will accompany you and offer insights into the vital work of riverside restoration in the Grand Valley. Following the float, indulge in a brunch catered by Café Sol and enjoy bloody marys and mimosas while mingling with fellow river enthusiasts (from ~11:30-1). We'll raise a glass to the success of our mission and have a chance to win prizes at Rimrock Adventure's charming riverside venue. We provide everything; just bring yourself! We encourage you to wear a Hawaiian shirt! All ages and all humans are welcome. Tickets are $130 and include the float trip and equipment, brunch, drinks, and entry into a prize giveaway! Some scholarships are available. Registration is required in advance.

MUSIC

6:00pm-8:00pm, Talbott's Cider Company 3782 F 1/4 Road Palisade, CO 81526

Boulder-based artist Ethan J. Perry performs solo acoustic shows featuring introspective and genre-blending music that promises an intimate, more...0 heartfelt experience.