Community Calendar

CLASSES/LECTURES

Early road building in western Colorado

6:30pm-8:30pm, Redlands United Methodist Church, 527 Village Way, Grand Junction, Co. 81507

Robert Silbernagel, history columnist for the Daily Sentinel, will speak on ""The Loring Road, overcoming travel obstacles on the Colorado more...0 Plateau."" Learn how Colonel William Loring and his 300 soldiers built the first road for wheeled vehicles across eastern Utah and western Colorado in 1858. Bob will also speak of ancient attempts to create travel routes through this rugged region.

GENERAL

10:00am-2:00pm, 910 N 12th St, Grand Junction, CO 81501

The Mesa County Workforce Center and Colorado Mesa University's Alumni and Career Services invite you to join the 2025 Grand Valley Job Fair. more...0 This event will connect our local community with employers who are looking to hire for summer internships, part-time positions, and full-time jobs. Connect with a diverse range of local employers from various industries. Network to build connections with professionals and industry leaders. Discover full-time, part-time, and summer internship opportunities. Enjoy food and beverages sold by local vendors.

GENERAL

6:00pm-8:00pm, Moss Auditorium Love Hall

Impacts of Federal Cuts in Western Colorado: A Panel Discussion Thursday April 24, 5:30-7:30 The Moss Performing Arts Center in the Love Recital more...0 Hall, 1299 N 12th St, Grand Junction, CO 81501 Join Western Colorado Alliance for an evening with West Slope leaders and experts representing different communities impacted by recent federal budget and personnel cuts. Topics will cover health care, water issues, agriculture, outdoor recreation, energy, and other critical sectors that define life in Western Colorado. Panelists will address the current and future impacts these cuts will have in our communities through a series of questions from moderator Tim Casey, as well as questions from our audience. Panelists include: Steve Wolff , General Manager of the Southwestern Water Conservation District Sarah Shrader, founder of the Outdoor Recreation Coalition of the Grand Valley Dr. Mike Pramenko, President of the Colorado Academy of Family Physicians Kent Blackwell , Chief Admin Officer of the Delta Montrose Electric Association Alisha Wenger, Executive Director of the Grand Junction Community Food Bank Register to attend in person at: https://secure.everyaction.com/5WoUKRZQXUegF3S6OWHxAg2 The event will also be recorded and live streamed via Zoom, if you wish to attend virtually register at: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_kAIZQkeMTeeCbzvWUWvB8Q#/registration If you have any questions, please reach out to Tyler McDermott at: tyler@westerncoloradoalliance.org

GENERAL

6:00pm-8:00pm, Moss Performing Arts Center, 1299 N 12th St, Grand Junction, CO 81501

Join Western Colorado Alliance for an evening with West Slope leaders and experts representing different communities impacted by recent federal more...0 budget and personnel cuts. Topics will cover health care, water issues, agriculture, outdoor recreation, energy, and other critical sectors that define life in Western Colorado. Panelists will address the current and future impacts these cuts will have in our communities through a series of questions from moderator Dr. Tim Casey, as well as questions from our audience. Panelists include: Steve Wolff , General Manager of the Southwestern Water Conservation District Sarah Shrader, founder of the Outdoor Recreation Coalition of the Grand Valley Dr. Mike Pramenko, President of the Colorado Academy of Family Physicians Kent Blackwell , Chief Admin Officer of the Delta Montrose Electric Association Alisha Wenger, Executive Director of the Grand Junction Community Food Bank Janie VanWinkle, owner of VanWinkle Ranch Register to attend in person at: https://westerncoloradoalliance.org/impacts-of-federal-cuts-on-western-colorado/ The event will also be recorded and live streamed via Zoom, if you wish to attend virtually register at: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_kAIZQkeMTeeCbzvWUWvB8Q#/registration If you have any questions, please reach out to Tyler McDermott at: tyler@westerncoloradoalliance.org

THEATRE

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

Based on the Hitchcock thriller of the same name, The 39 Steps follows Richard Hannay as he embarks on a high-speed chase from a London music hall to more...0 Scotland’s highlands, where he must dodge devious spies and attempt to reveal the secrets of an international spy ring. With inventive stagecraft and nimble performances, four actors play more than 100 characters. Don’t miss this fast-paced, riotous spoof that is equal parts slapstick comedy and film noir thriller. Rated PG

CLASSES/LECTURES

DANCE

FILM

GENERAL

MUSIC

THEATRE

VISUAL ARTS

Monumental

Art Center TBD

Ongoing applications for presenters for upcoming TEDx talks. Deadline is May 14. For more information call 970-250-1189 or visit the website.

RADIO ROOM

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

Female Fueled Music for the Heart & Soul Joey Ball, Portia Rogers, Pam Rosenthal, and Aundrea Ware. From Americana, Country, Folk, and more...0 Bluegrass, this magical, all-female, band weaves together original stories and new interpretations of classic covers with stunning harmonies, inspiring melodies, and the perfect feminine touch.

GENERAL

LITERARY

Colorado Author Danaya Wilson

2:00pm-3:30pm, 2451 Patterson Road Grand Junction, CO 81505

Join Colorado native and author Danaya Wilson for a special book signing event at Barnes & Noble. Wilson, author of Changemakers Wanted, will be more...0 meeting readers and sharing insights from her book based on her experience as a mother, entrepreneur, and CEO who wants to change the systems that don’t work for families. With family ties to Grand Junction, she’s excited to connect with fellow Changemakers. Don’t miss this chance to meet this rising literary voice with deep Colorado roots!

FOOD/BEVERAGES

FUNDRAISERS/BENEFITS

4:00pm-7:00pm, 310 N 7th Street Grand Junction, CO 81501

The 23rd Annual Home Loan Taste of the Grand Valley “Samples & Sips” is an outdoor food and beverage festival that will be held on more...0 Friday, May 2 at the Historic Lowell School Building. Come enjoy delicious samples from local food trucks and caterers, tasty sips from local wineries and breweries, live music, and more. All proceeds benefit the 34 nonprofit programs that United Way of Mesa County helps support! Learn more about United Way of Mesa County and our programs at www.unitedwaymesacounty.org. Tickets are $40 until May 1, or $45 day-of/at the gate. Free admission for children under 6 - but they must share your ticket/ food samples. If you would like a child under 6 to have their own samples, please purchase a ticket for them.

FUNDRAISERS/BENEFITS

THEATRE

5:30pm-8:30pm, 1803 N 7th Street

?? MIDNIGHT IN MANHATTAN ?? The Art Center's 2025 Benefit Gala & Fine Art Auction Friday, May 2, 2025 The Art Center of Western Colorado more...0 Tickets on sale March 17! $65 for one or $120 for two Join us for The Art Center’s biggest fundraiser of the year! This is your chance to support the arts while enjoying an unforgettable night of fine art, fantastic food, and fabulous entertainment. Live Auction – Featuring artwork from local, regional & national artists Silent Auction – Bid on artwork, gift certificates & more Appetizers – Provided by The Art Center Guild Cash Bar – Serving beer, wine & Manhattan-inspired cocktails Photo Booth – Capture the moment in style Live Entertainment brought to you by The Theatre Project – Bringing the Manhattan vibes Suggested Attire: Rat Pack-Era Manhattan Chic Channel the glamour of 1950s-60s Manhattan nightlife—think Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and Audrey Hepburn strolling through a jazz club in the city that never sleeps. For the Gents: Classic tuxedos, sharp suits, skinny ties, polished loafers, pocket squares, and a fedora (if you're feeling extra suave). Bonus points for a whiskey glass in hand. For the Ladies: Elegant cocktail dresses, fitted silhouettes, pearls, gloves, fur stoles (faux, of course!), and bold red lips. Think "Breakfast at Tiffany’s" meets a night out at The Copa. Mark your calendars and get ready for a sophisticated, stylish night to remember! https://event.auctria.com/9a1b85de-8f6b-4272-b39d-f7f5c2718b05/ Questions? Contact us at 970.243.7337