FRIDAY, NOV. 6
Story time, Collbran Branch, Mesa County Libraries, 111 Main St., Collbran, 10:30 a.m., 487-3545.
Artspace members juried exhibit opening, Hang Ups Fine Art, 209 Colorado Ave., 245-7949.
First Friday Art Reception, Demo Nite, The Art Center, 1803 N. Seventh St., introduction of demo nite artists 6:30 p.m., artist demonstrations and reception 7-9 p.m., cash bar and hors d’oeuvres, music by Morgann Means, 243-7337, www.gjartcenter.org.
Texture Techniques with artist Jody Ahrens, establish shapes, structure and composition, then paint with oil paints, The Blue Pig Gallery, 119 W. Third St., Palisade, 10 a.m., $15 per four hour session, call to RSVP and get materials list, 464-4819, www.thebluepiggallery.com.
“Girls of Las Marias” opening, works by The Artist Michael, who will be onsite painting, Las Marias Restaurant, 2692 U.S. Highway 50, No. E, 2-8 p.m., 241-2398.
Invitational Photography Show opening reception, KAFM Radio Room, 1310 Ute Ave., 5-7 p.m., local photographers displaying works include John Anglim, Kay Crane, Jeff Driehorst, Tracy Baker, Jesse Zacher, Dick Colby and Kelly Robison; turned wood pieces by John Jenkins, 241-8801, kafmradio.org.
Tropical Rainforest and Butterfly House open house, view the new lighting, Western Colorado Botanical Gardens and Butterfly House, 655 Struthers Ave., 5-7 p.m., 245-9030, www.wcbotanic.org.
Dinner and an Opera featuring “Rigoletto,” Chez Lena Restaurant Gallery at WCCC Culinary Academy, 2520 Blichmann Ave., 5:30 p.m., $30 for dinner, dessert and viewing; $10 dessert and viewing only, reservation deadline has passed, 242-3703.
Duct Tape Art Program for teens, De Beque Branch, Mesa County Libraries, 730 Minter Ave., De Beque, 5:30 p.m., create projects such as wallets, totes, cell phone covers and belts, 243-4442, www.mcpld.org.
Wine Among the Vines, Two Rivers Winery, 2087 Broadway, 7 p.m., silent auction items include art, jewelry and services from local businesses as well as travel packages, $40 donation includes glass of one of Two Rivers’ vintages, proceeds benefit Colorado Discover Ability, 257-1222.
Western Colorado Writers Workshop reading, KAFM Radio Room, 1310 Ute Ave., 7-9:30 p.m., open mike will follow, 257-1498, kafmradio.org.
“Exotic Percussion meets Classical Music,” Western Slope Concert Series concert featuring exotic percussion, violin, cello, harp and piano, American Lutheran Church, 631 26 1/2 Road, 7:30 p.m., $15 in advance, $18 at the door adults, $5 students, tickets at Roper Music in Grand Junction, Paonia Farm and Home, Hardin’s Natural Foods in Hotchkiss, Finishing Touch in Delta, and the Montrose Pavilion, 241-0741, www.primamusic.org.
Darin Kamstra and Andrew Spencer, percussion, Mesa State College, Moss Performing Arts Center, Recital Hall, 1231 N. 12th St., 7:30 p.m., $10 adults, $8 seniors, $5 students and children, 248-1604, www.mesastate.edu.
The Shindig at the Saloon with Kort McCumber and The Kort McCumber Band, country music, Turn of the Century, 117 N. Fourth St., Montrose, 7:30 p.m., $25, benefits the Kirwan-Carr Foundation with the mission of supporting individuals affected by attempted suicide, 201-1419, www.kortmusic.com, www.kirwan-carfoundation.org.
Swingin’ Sweets Dance presented by the Grand Junction High School jazz bands, Grand Junction High School cafeteria, 1400 N. Fifth St., 7:30-10 p.m., music, dancing, espresso bar and desserts, $5 adults, $3 seniors and students, tickets at Java Junction Coffee Shop, 2401 North Ave., or from Grand Junction High School jazz students, proceeds go into band fund to be used for band functions, 623-3223.
Koffin Kats with The Tankerays, Mesa Theater and Club, 538 Main St., 9 p.m., $12, all ages, 241-1717, www.mesatheater.com.
Ofay Soul, rhythm and blues, Boomers, 436 Main St., 9 p.m., $7, 248-9022.
Story time for third- and fourth-graders, Gateway Branch, Mesa County Libraries, 42700 Colorado Highway 141, Gateway, 2:15 p.m., 931-2428, www.mcpld.org.
Bluegrass Jam, Chick-Fil-A, 522 Bogart Lane, 7 p.m., 241-0352.
Karaoke, The End Zone Sports Pub, 152 S. Mesa, Fruita, 9 p.m., 858-0701.
Black Tie Ballroom dance lessons with George and Marilyn Kelly, Dance Works, 2893 North Ave., 8-9 p.m., 243-5954, 434-1958.
Story time for preschool-age children, The Daily Sentinel Play Area, Mesa Mall, 2424 U.S. Highway 6&50, 11-11:30 a.m., 683-2437.
Acoustic Fridays featuring local singers/songwriters, Palisade Brewery, 200 Peach Ave., Palisade, 6-8 p.m., 464-7257.
Levis and Lace Square Dance Club, Masonic Temple, 2400 Consistory Court, 7-8 p.m. Plus, 8-10 p.m. Mainstream, 434-6541, 523-0189.
Toddler story time, ages 18 months to 3 years, Montrose Regional Library, 320 S. Second St., Montrose, 10:30-10:45 a.m., 249-9656.
Moab Folk Festival with headliner Peter Rowan, at several venues in Moab, Utah, 435-259-3198, www.MoabFolkFestival.com.
Holiday House Bazaar, First United Methodist Church, 522 White Ave., 9 a.m.-3 p.m., lunch served from 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Victorian Tea Room, The Christmas Boutique, The Country Store, The Pantry, The Book Nook, lunch is soup, salad, sandwiches and homemade pie, 242-4850.
“Boston Marriage,” comedy-drama explores the relationship between three women living under one roof, Mesa State College, Moss Performing Arts Center, Experimental Theatre, 1231 N. 12th St., 7:30 p.m., $10 adults, $8 seniors, $5 students, 248-1604, www.mesastate.edu.
Craft Show and Sale, Canyon Creek Schoolhouse, east of New Castle, just off I-70 at Exit 109, 7:30 a.m.-8 p.m., 625-2030.
Bead Show, Hampton Inn, 205 Main St., opens 9 a.m., demonstrations, semi-precious stones, Swarovski crystals and Czech fire polish, vintage beads and buttons, new colors of seed beads, crystal and glass pendants, stringing wire and tools, fashion handbags.
“My Fair Lady,” Magic Circle Theater, 420 S. 12th St., Montrose, 7:30 p.m., 249-7838.
Free wine tastings, Crossroads Wine and Spirits, 611 24 Road, 1-6 p.m., receive tasting notes and recipes, 257-1557, www.crossroadswineandspirits.com.
“Twelve Angry Women,” Grand Junction High School Theater production, Grand Junction High School, 1400 N. Fifth St., 7 p.m., $7 adults, $5 students and seniors, 254-6900.
SATURDAY, NOV. 7
Karaoke, Bailey’s Lounge, Grand Vista Hotel, 2790 Crossroads Blvd., 9 p.m., 241-8411.
New Star Karaoke, Wagon Wheel Restaurant, 10900 Colorado Highway 65, Mesa, 9 p.m., 268-5220.
Western Regional U.S. Sanctioned Racing Pigeon Show hosted by Grand Junction Racing Pigeon Club, Mesa County Fairgrounds, 2785 U.S. Highway 50, doors open 8 a.m. for registration, judging at 9 a.m., Community Building, 254-9811.
Holiday Craft Festival, Holy Family Catholic School, 786 26 1/2 Road, 8 a.m.-3 p.m., more than 70 juried crafters, Country Cafe serving light breakfast, soups and desserts, holiday cookie harvest, no strollers, 242-6168.
Intermediate “WOW” Elements class taught by Steve Traudt, Frame Works and Gallery, 309 Main St., 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m., call to register, 243-7074.
Cultural Fest, Central Library, Mesa County Libraries, 530 Grand Ave., 10 a.m.-4 p.m., celebrate and learn about different cultures and countries through entertainment, displays and refreshments, entertainment includes Spanish guitar, Native American song and dance, and belly dancers, 243-4442, www.mcpld.org.
“Turkey Trouble” story time and book-signing with Wendi Salvano, Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 2451 Patterson Road, 10:30 a.m., 243-5113.
Story times with Primary Care Partners’ physicians, nurses and staff, Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 2451 Patterson Road, noon-5 p.m., 243-5113.
Author book-signing with Virginia Jensen, “Cube Bead Stitching” and jewelry demonstrations with the Art Jewelers Guild, Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 2451 Patterson Road, noon-5 p.m., 243-5113.
Veterans Day Parade, Main Street, 2 p.m., 589-6238, 985-1794.
Western Colorado Percussion Festival, Percussion Ensemble and Honor Percussion Recital, Mesa State College, Moss Performing Arts Center, Recital Hall, 1231 N. 12th St., 4 p.m., $10 adults, $8 seniors, $5 students and children, 248-1604, www.mesastate.edu.
Murder Mystery Overnight, Mesa Lakes Lodge, includes dinner and breakfast, dress as part in the 1920’s mystery, call for reservations, 268-5467.
The Brew-Glass Trio, Palisade Brewery, 200 Peach Ave., Palisade, 6:30-10 p.m., 464-7257.
Chris Proctor, folk musician, contemporary guitarist, KAFM Radio Room, 1310 Ute Ave., 7 p.m., $15, 241-8801, kafmradio.org.
La Puerta Showcase Party, ballroom dancing featuring exhibitions from students of La Puerta Dance Studio, a rumba lesson and open dancing, The Roper Music Ballroom, 130 N. Fifth St., 7-9 p.m., $5, 712-2552.
“Exotic Percussion meets Classical Music,” Western Slope Concert Series concert featuring exotic percussion, violin, cello, harp and piano, Blue Sage Center for the Arts, 228 Grand Ave., Paonia, 7:30 p.m., $15 in advance, $18 at the door adults, $5 students, tickets at Roper Music in Grand Junction, Paonia Farm and Home, Hardin’s Natural Foods in Hotchkiss, Finishing Touch in Delta, and the Montrose Pavilion, 241-0741, www.primamusic.org.
Tom Collier, vibraphone/marimbist, with the Faculty Jazz Quartet, Guest Artist Series, Mesa State College, Moss Performing Arts Center, Recital Hall, 1231 N. 12th St., 7:30 p.m., $15 adults, $10 seniors, $5 students and children, 248-1604, www.mesastate.edu.
Contra Dance, Palisade Veterans Memorial Community Center, 120 W. Eighth St., Palisade, Fifth Reel playing Celtic and old time music, caller Ron Young, new dancers’ walk through 7 p.m., dance 7:30-10:30 p.m., $7 adults, $3 ages 10-17, 243-6736.
Riveter, Palisade Livery Saloon, 215 Main St., Palisade, 9 p.m., ages 21 plus, 464-5449, myspace.com/riveter, sonicbids.com/riveter.
Jack and Jill, classic and alternative, Boomers, 436 Main St., 9 p.m., $7, 248-9022.
Eight-ball pool tourney, Brass Rail, 476 28 Road, 7 p.m., 241-8686.
Story time with Judy T., Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 2451 Patterson Road, 10:30 a.m., 243-5113.
Chatfield Country Kickers Square Dance Club, Plus and Mainstream, Veterans of Foreign Wars, 503 1/2 Florence Road, 7:30 p.m., 434-0868.
Story time with Elise, stories, games and activities, Borders Books, Music and Cafe, 2464 U.S. Highway 6&50, 11 a.m., 255-8655.
Live music with local musicians, Premier Pasta and More, 2148 Broadway, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., 242-1778.
DJ and Dancing, The End Zone Sports Pub, 152 S. Mesa, Fruita, 9 p.m., 858-0701.
Bilingual story time, Fruita Branch, Mesa County Libraries, 325 E. Aspen Ave., Fruita, 10 a.m., 858-7703, www.mcpld.org.
Ballroom dances, live music and refreshments, Senior Recreation Center, 550 Ouray Ave., 8-10 p.m., 243-7408.
Pet Piglet Project, The Blue Pig Gallery, 119 W. Third St., Palisade, 2-4 p.m., take your blankets in progress to knit or crochet or quilt along with others for Project Linus that provides handmade “comfort blankets” to children in need or who are going through difficult situations, 464-4819, www.thebluepiggallery.com, www.projectlinus.org.
Moab Folk Festival with headliner Peter Rowan, at several venues in Moab, Utah, 435-259-3198, www.MoabFolkFestival.com.
Holiday House Bazaar, First United Methodist Church, 522 White Ave., 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Victorian Tea Room, The Christmas Boutique, The Country Store, The Pantry, The Book Nook, 242-4850.
“Boston Marriage,” comedy-drama explores the relationship between three women living under one roof, Mesa State College, Moss Performing Arts Center, Experimental Theatre, 1231 N. 12th St., 7:30 p.m., $10 adults, $8 seniors, $5 students, 248-1604, www.mesastate.edu.
Craft Show and Sale, Canyon Creek Schoolhouse east of New Castle, just off I-70 at Exit 109, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., 625-2030.
Bead Show, Hampton Inn, 205 Main St., opens 9 a.m., demonstrations, semi-precious stones, Swarovski crystals and Czech fire polish, vintage beads and buttons, new colors of seed beads, crystal and glass pendants, stringing wire and tools, fashion handbags.
“My Fair Lady,” Magic Circle Theater, 420 S. 12th St., Montrose, 7:30 p.m., 249-7838.
Free wine tastings, Crossroads Wine and Spirits, 611 24 Road, 1-6 p.m., receive tasting notes and recipes, 257-1557, www.crossroadswineandspirits.com.
“Twelve Angry Women,” Grand Junction High School Theater production, Grand Junction High School, 1400 N. Fifth St., 1 and 7 p.m., $7 adults, $5 students and seniors, 254-6900.
SUNDAY, NOV. 8
Photoshop Elements WOW Workshop sponsored by Delta Fine Arts, taught by Steve Traudt, Stolte Shed, Cedaredge, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., space limited to 12 participants, 856-7809.
Line dancing lessons and open dancing, Bill Heddles Recreation Center, 530 Gunnison River Drive, Delta, 1-3:30 p.m., $2 drop in fee, 874-0923.
Happy Feet Rounds, ballroom, social dance, Masonic Temple, 2400 Consistory Court, 5-7:30 p.m., 243-5858.
Moab Folk Festival with headliner Peter Rowan at several venues in Moab, Utah, 435-259-3198, www.MoabFolkFestival.com.
Bead Show, Hampton Inn, 205 Main St., opens 10 a.m., demonstrations, semi-precious stones, Swarovski crystals and Czech fire polish, vintage beads and buttons, new colors of seed beads, crystal and glass pendants, stringing wire and tools, fashion handbags.
MONDAY, NOV. 9
Free women’s writing class offered by Western Colorado Writers Workshop for all levels of writers, Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Grand Valley, 1022 Grand Ave., 7-9 p.m., 257-1498, www.sandradorr.com.
Swing dancing, Tree House Teen Bistro, Building B, 1505 Chipeta Ave., 7-9 p.m., 241-8001.
Art classes for cancer survivors and their caregivers, Regional Cancer Center, St. Mary’s Advanced Medicine Pavilion, 750 Wellington Ave., 4-6 p.m., register, 256-9584, 244-2351.
Drop-in Life Drawing Sessions with live model, MGM Enterprises Inc., 136 S. Maple St., Fruita, 9 a.m.-noon, $10 per session, 314-3199, www.mgmartstudio.com.
Happy Feet Rounds, ballroom, social dance, phase 3-4 level, Masonic Temple, 2400 Consistory Court, 7:30-10 p.m., 243-5858.
Story time, Orchard Mesa, Branch Mesa County Libraries, 230 Lynwood St., 10 a.m., 243-0181, www.mcpld.org.
TUESDAY, NOV. 10
Story time, Palisade Branch, Mesa County Libraries, 711 Iowa Ave., Palisade, 10 a.m., 464-7557.
Community Cinema, “Between the Folds,” followed by an introductory class to origami, Central Library, Mesa County Libraries, 530 Grand Ave., 6 p.m., 243-4442, www.mcpld.org.
Marine Corps Birthday Ball, live band, Whiskey River, 490 28 1/4 Road, 7 p.m., Marines and active duty personnel free, 985-1794.
Story time with Judy L., Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 2451 Patterson Road, 9:30 and 10:30 a.m., 243-5113.
Geeks Who Drink, Irish style pub trivia quiz, Rockslide Brew Pub, 401 Main St., 7 p.m., 245-2111, www.geekswhodrink.com.
Preschool story time, Central Library, Mesa County Libraries, 530 Grand Ave., 10 a.m., 241-4726.
Family story time, Central Library, Mesa County Libraries, 530 Grand Ave., 6:30 p.m., 243-4442, www.mcpld.org.
Multi-age story time, newborn to age 5, Montrose Regional Library, 320 S. Second St., Montrose, 10:30-11 a.m., 249-9656.
Tuesday Blues Jam with Paul Kelly, Boomers, 436 Main St., 8:30 p.m. Tuesdays, 248-9022.
WEDNESDAY, NOV. 11
Story hour, Garfield County Library, New Castle Branch, 402 Main St., New Castle, 10:30 a.m., 984-2347.
Paint Experiment with Cynthia Duff, using color theory with acrylic or watercolor, The Blue Pig Gallery, 119 W. Third St., Palisade, 10 a.m., $15 for an all day session, call to reserve a space, 464-4819, www.thebluepiggallery.com.
Mesa State College Faculty Brass Quintet, Mesa State College, Moss Performing Arts Center, Recital Hall, 1231 N. 12th St., 7:30 p.m., $10 adults, $8 seniors, $5 students and children, 248-1604, www.mesastate.edu.
Story time with Judy L., Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 2451 Patterson Road, 9:30 and 10:30 a.m., 243-5113.
Story time for kindergartners through second-graders, Gateway Branch, Mesa County Libraries, 42700 Colorado Highway 141, Gateway, 2:15 p.m., 931-2428.
Paul Harshman of Flat Top Reed, Hot Tomato Cafe and Pizzeria, 201 E. Aspen Ave., Fruita, 5 p.m., 858-1117.
Free pool all day, The End Zone Sports Pub, 152 S. Mesa, Fruita, ladies night 7 p.m.. 858-0701.
Ecstatic Dance, Sherbino Theater, 604 Clinton St., Ridgway, 6-7:30 p.m., 626-4414.
BOGO Party, party mix of music, Whiskey River, 490 28 1/4 Road, 241-5179.
Model Search/Ladies Night, Cactus Canyon, 3210 I-70 Business Loop, Clifton, 7 p.m., 434-0320.
Wacky ‘n’ Wonderful Wednesday for Tweens (second- through fifth-graders), Central Library programming room, Mesa County Libraries, 530 Grand Ave., 3-4:30 p.m., 243-4783, www.mcpld.org.
Drop-in Life Drawing Sessions with live model, MGM Enterprises Inc., 136 S. Maple St., Fruita, 9 a.m.-noon, $10 per session, 314-3199, www.mgmartstudio.com.
Preschool “Seasons” story time, ages 3-5, Montrose Regional Library, 320 S. Second St., Montrose, 10:30-11:30 a.m., 249-9656.
Salsa dance lessons, Boomers, 436 Main St., 6:45 p.m., $5 per lesson, 248-9022.
“Blithe Spirit,” Showtime Productions Theater, 2148 Broadway, 7:30 p.m., $15, 263-4152.
THURSDAY, NOV. 12
Story time, Clifton Branch, Mesa County Libraries, 590 32 Road, Suite 6F, Clifton, 10 a.m., 434-6936.
Story time, Fruita Branch, Mesa County Libraries, 325 E. Aspen Ave., Fruita, 10 a.m., 858-7703.
Karaoke, Bailey’s Lounge, Grand Vista Hotel, 2790 Crossroads Blvd., 9 p.m., 241-8411.
Duct Tape Art Program for teens, Orchard Mesa Branch, Mesa County Libraries, 230 Lynwood St., 3:30 p.m., create projects such as wallets, totes, cell phone covers and belts, 243-4442, www.mcpld.org.
Chatfield Elementary Author’s Chair, Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 2451 Patterson Road, 6 p.m., 243-5113.
Writers Series for writers, poets and lovers of literature, featuring T.J. Gerlach, Jennifer Hancock and William Wright, Planet Earth & the 4 Directions Gallery, 524 Colorado Ave., 7 p.m., 256-9630.
The Brew-Glass Trio, Boomers, 436 Main St., 8:30 p.m., $2, 248-9022.
Open mic night, Rockslide Brew Pub, 401 Main St., 10 p.m., 245-2111.
College Coin Night, Cactus Canyon, 3210 I-70 Business Loop, Clifton, 7 p.m., $5, take a roll of nickels, ages 21 plus, 434-0320.
Jazz Trio, Dennis and Michelle with Rob Labig, DoubleTree Hotel, Bistro Lounge, 743 Horizon Drive, 7-9 p.m., 241-8888.
Infant and toddler story time, Central Library, Mesa County Libraries, 530 Grand Ave., 10 a.m., 241-4726.
Ballroom dances, live music and refreshments, Senior Recreation Center, 550 Ouray Ave., 8-11 p.m., 243-7408.
Wine tasting, Planet Wines, 420 Main St., 5-9 p.m., 424-5432.
Thursday Night Open Mic, The Belly, 309 E. Main St., Montrose, 9 p.m., sign up 8 p.m., 252-1488.
Baby Lap-sit story time, ages newborn to 18 months, Montrose Regional Library, 320 S. Second St., Montrose, 10-10:30 a.m., 249-9656.
Preschool “Seasons” story time, ages 3-5, Montrose Regional Library, 320 S. Second St., Montrose, 2-3 p.m., 249-9656.
“The Matchmaker” by Thornton Wilder, presented by Grand Valley High School Theater Co., Grand Valley High School, Cardinal Hall, Parachute, 6:30 p.m., $5 per person, $3 seniors and Garfield 16 School District students and staff with ID, 285-5705, ext. 4121.
“Blithe Spirit,” Showtime Productions Theater, 2148 Broadway, 7:30 p.m., $15, 263-4152.
Simon and Son piano team, Delta-Montrose Community Concert Association, Delta Center for Performing Arts and Education, 855 Grand Ave., Delta, $20 adults, $5 students, 921-4142, 835-4480, 249-9154.
“Treasure Island,” Central High School, 550 Warrior Way, 7 p.m., 254-6200.
All Services Military Ball sponsored by Western Slope Vietnam War Memorial Park, with the theme Lincoln Bicentennial, Two Rivers Convention Center, 159 Main St., Nov. 13, social hour 6 p.m., dinner 7 p.m., then dancing to Men of Music, guest speaker Brig. Gen. Thomas Mills, commanding general of the Army Colorado National Guard, $50 per person, proceeds go to the Western Slope Vietnam War Memorial Park Scholarship Foundation managed by Mesa State College, 263-8986.
Finders and Youngberg, bluegrass, opening set by Sweet Sunny South, Paradise Theatre, 215 Grand Ave., Paonia, Nov. 13, $12 in advance, $15 at the door, tickets at Expressions Books and Homestead Market in Paonia, 527-6610, 527-4791, www.findersandyoungberg.com.
This Little Piggy Miniature Art Show and Sale, opening reception, more than 30 artists ranging from oil, pastel, wood, jewelry and many other media, The Blue Pig Gallery, 119 W. Third St., Palisade, Nov. 13, 5-8 p.m., 464-4819, www.thebluepiggallery.com.
Jason Runnells, rock and blues, Boomers, 436 Main St., Nov. 13, 9 p.m., $7, 248-9022.
Huey, grand re-opening, Snowflake Bar and Grill, 539 Colorado Ave., Nov. 13, 9 p.m., 245-0995.
Winterfest Arts and Crafts Show opening reception, Glenwood Springs Center for the Arts, 601 E. Sixth St., Glenwood Springs, Nov. 13, 6 p.m., 945-2414, www.glenwoodarts.org.
Magical Milk and Cookie Party to welcome Santa, for ages 10 and younger, Mesa Mall, 2424 U. S. Highway 6&50, JC Penney Court, Nov. 13, 6:30 p.m., parade with Santa to the Santa Tracking Station in Clock Court, $2, tickets must be purchased by Nov. 10, 242-0009.
“The Matchmaker” by Thornton Wilder, presented by Grand Valley High School Theater Co., Grand Valley High School, Cardinal Hall, Parachute, 6:30 p.m. Nov. 13-14, $5 per person, $3 seniors and Garfield 16 School District students and staff with ID, 285-5705, ext. 4121.
Arts and Crafts Fair, Center for Independence gymnasium, 740 Gunnison Ave., 4-8 p.m. Nov. 13, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 14, proceeds will help CFI update its adaptive kitchen; booth space $25, 241-0315, www.cfigj.org.
Quilts Unwrapped quilt show presented by Colorado West Quilters Guild, The Art Center auditorium, 1803 N. Seventh St., 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 14-15, features a large selection of quilts including full-size, wall-hanging, antique, miniature and art quilts; lectures and trunk shows by Deborah Snider, 10 a.m., and Linda Jenkins, 2 p.m. ,Nov. 14, $3 admission at the door; lectures $10, includes the admission fee, call to purchase tickets in advance, 242-6158, 243-0372, http://sites.google.com/site/cwqguild.
Horn O’Plenty Bazaar, Crossroads United Methodist Church, 599 30 Road, Nov. 13-14, Christmas items, craft items, baked goods and a cookie walk; dinner available to purchase both days, benefits women’s and children’s causes locally and globally, 242-0577.
“Treasure Island,” Central High School, 550 Warrior Way, Nov. 13-14, 7 p.m.; Nov. 14, 2 p.m., 254-6200.
“Blithe Spirit,” Showtime Productions Theater, 2148 Broadway, Nov. 13-14, 7:30 p.m., Nov. 14, 2 p.m., $15, 263-4152.
“My Fair Lady,” Magic Circle Theater, 420 S. 12th St., Montrose, 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays Nov. 13-28; 2 p.m. Sundays, Nov. 13-22, 249-7838.
Free writing class for women, for writers of all abilities, 875 Bunting Ave., near Mesa State College, Nov. 14, 10 a.m.-noon, free, call to reserve a space, 260-2965.
Museum of Western Colorado Pioneer Heritage Crafts, Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 2451 Patterson Road, Nov. 14, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., 243-5113.
Handmade Holiday: The Biggest, Little Art and Craft Fair, featuring one-of-a-kind handmade items, Lincoln Park Barn, 12th Street and Teller Avenue, Nov. 14, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., www.handmadeholiday.wordpress.com.
Story time with costume character Arthur, Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 2451 Patterson Road, Nov. 14, 10:30 a.m., 243-5113.
Western Music for Kids, Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 2451 Patterson Road, Nov. 14, 11 a.m., 243-5113.
“Willy Wonka Jr.,” Creative Avenues youth musical production, Grand Junction High School auditorium, 1400 N. Fifth St., Nov. 14, 1:30 p.m., 6:30 p.m., $5 in advance or at the door, tickets at Creative Avenues, 255-6757.
Author book-signing, “Kincade’s Fear,” by Michael Chandler, Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 2451 Patterson Road, Nov. 14, 2-4 p.m., 243-5113.
Salsa Caliente, Grand Junction Symphony Gala, dancing, gourmet food, fine wine and music by Grand Junction Symphony Orchestra, Two Rivers Convention Center, 159 Main St., Nov. 14, 6 p.m., $125 per person, $1,250 table of 10, 243-6787, www.gjsymphony.org.
Cowboy Poetry Program, Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 2451 Patterson Road, Nov. 14, 7 p.m., 243-5113.
Miss Emily and the Backsliders, rock and blues, Boomers, 436 Main St., Nov. 14, 9 p.m., $7, 248-9022.
Desert Moon, Snowflake Bar and Grill, 539 Colorado Ave., Nov. 14, 9 p.m., 245-0995.
Harvest Fest Craft Show and Cookie Walk, Church on the Rock, 2170 Broadway, Nov. 14, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., quality handmade items, 242-7625.
Mesa State College Student Chamber Ensembles, Mesa State College, Moss Performing Arts Center, Recital Hall, 1231 N. 12th St., Nov. 16, 7:30 p.m., $10 adults, $8 seniors, $5 students and children, 248-1604, www.mesastate.edu.
Author book-signing, “Ranches of Colorado,” by John Fielder, Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 2451 Patterson Road, Nov. 17, 3 p.m., 243-5113.
Duct Tape Art Program for teens, Collbran Branch, Mesa County Libraries, 111 Main St., Collbran, Nov. 17, 4 p.m., create projects such as wallets, totes, cell phone covers and belts, 243-4442, www.mcpld.org.
“Thanksgiving with Mucky Moose,” puppet show, Central Library, Mesa County Libraries, 530 Grand Ave., following 10 a.m. story time Nov. 17; 10 a.m. Nov. 18; following 10 a.m. story time Nov. 19, 243-4442, www.mcpld.org.
Photography Portfolio Review with Rick Kaylin, examine the basic process of building a photography portfolio, The Blue Pig Gallery, 119 W. Third St., Palisade, Nov. 18, 10 a.m., $15 per four-hour session, 464-4819, www.thebluepiggallery.com.
Duct Tape Art Program, Clifton Branch, Mesa County Libraries, 590 32 Road, Suite 6F, Clifton, Nov. 18, 2:30 p.m., for teens, create projects such as wallets, totes, cell phone covers and belts, 243-4442, www.mcpld.org.
Community Cinema, “Between the Folds,” by Vanessa Gould, followed by discussion, Dinosaur Journey, 550 Jurassic Court, Fruita, Nov. 18, 6:30 p.m., 245-1818.
Book Talk: “Quilting in Literature for Young and Old,” Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 2451 Patterson Road, Nov. 18, 7 p.m., 243-5113.
“The Apron String Murder,” Lifelong Learning program, staged reading of Joseph Wilcox’s new play, adapted from local author D.A. Brockett’s novel “Stained Glass Rose,” KAFM Radio Room, 1310 Ute Ave., 7 p.m., free, $5 donation suggested, 241-8801, kafmradio.org.
“An Absolute Turkey,” a farce by George Feydean, directed by Peter Ivanov, Mesa State College, Moss Performing Arts Center, Robinson Theatre, 1231 N. 12th St., 7:30 p.m. Nov. 18-21, $20 adults, $15 seniors, $5 students, rated PG, 248-1604, www.mesastate.edu.
Fashion Show: Wearable Art, Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 2451 Patterson Road, Nov. 19, 7 p.m., 243-5113.
Mary Lindsey Bailey, oboe, Mesa State College Moss Performing Arts Center, Recital Hall, 1231 N. 12th St., Nov. 19, 7:30 p.m., $10 adults, $8 seniors, $5 students and children, 248-1604, www.mesastate.edu.
Stifflers, classic rock, Boomers, 436 Main St., Nov. 19, 8:30 p.m., $2, 248-9022.
Gatlin Gates, Whiskey River, 490 28 1/4 Road, Nov. 19-21, 241-5179.
