News
FRIDAY JULY 30
FYI
Heat is on! DUI checkpoints around Mesa County this weekend. If you plan to drink alcohol, don't drive.
COMMUNITY EVENTS
Medicare informational event for Medicare beneficiaries and their caregivers on ways to save money on Medicare costs; 10 -11:30 a.m. or 1-2:30 p.m. in the US Bank Building, lower level, Fourth and White in Grand Junction. Info: 243-9839.
Jumpstart the Entrepreneur in YOU, last Friday of month, 10 a.m.-noon, Coffee Muggers, 644 Main St., free. Info: 243-5242. An informal setting to discuss your ideas with other entrepreneurs as well as staff from the Business Incubator.
Partners car wash fundraiser, noon-4 p.m., New Wave Car Wash, Horizon Drive by Safeway. $10 gets your car washed, $12 and you can add a slice of Nick N Willy's Pizza. Info: 245-5555.
Jelly Belly Wheelstander and other drag racing cars and drivers on display, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. in the Enstrom's parking lot, 701 Colorado Ave. Free, open to public: 683-1012.
Presentation: Learn about Dominguez-Escalante NCA and Gateway. Presented by Kate Graham of Colo. Enviro Coalition and outdoor educator Brett White, 6-8 p.m. Summit Canyon Mountaineering, 461 Main St. Info: 243-0002.
Avalon movie: “The Secret in their Eyes,” 5:15 and 7:45 p.m., 645 Main St. Cost: $7.
Free beer & cheese tastings, Wild West Steaks and Seafood (inside Crossroads Wine and Spirits building), 611 24 Road, 1-6 p.m., taste gourmet/artisan cheeses and other gourmet foods, every Fri. & Sat. Info: 257-1557, www.crossroadswineandspirits.com.
CLASSES/WORKSHOPS
Friday group dance lessons, 7 p.m., La Puerta, 634 Main St., suite 1. 7/30: Cha Cha. $5/person. Info: 712-2552, lapuertadancestudio.com.
Vipassana meditation classes, mindfulness training, evenings weekly. No charge. Call Diane: (970) 903-6684.
Levis and Lace square & round dancing club, 7-8 p.m., for plus and 8-9:30 mainstream, Masonic Lodge, 2400 Consistory Court. Info: 243-5858.
Blissful Living Meditation, 9 a.m., every Fri., Yoga West, 1025 Main St., all ages. Info: 261-6009.
CLUBS/ORGANIZATIONS
GJ Newcomers meet every Friday, 9:30 a.m., Orchard Mesa Lanes, 295 27 Rd. Interested newcomers welcome. Info: Gloria, 255-8442.
River City Singles FAC, 5 p.m., every Fri., DoubleTree Hotel, 743 Horizon Dr., young at heart singles meet. Info: 248-9211.
KIDS/TEENS
Bilingual Story Time, 10 a.m., every Fri., Central library, 530 Grand Ave. Info: 241-4726.
Good Conversations Book Club, every Fri., 11 a.m.-noon. Ages 7-11, Central library, 530 Grand Ave. Info: 241-4726.
NIGHTLIFE/LIVE MUSIC
The Blues Festival featuring Archie Lee Hooker (nephew of the late great John Lee Hooker) backed by Stonefed, The Williams Brothers Band, Flat Top Reed and KingSnake playing at the W. Colo. Botanical Gardens, 5-11 p.m., $17.50/advance, $22.50/gate, 12 and under free. Bring lawn chairs, blankets. Food and drink available for purchase at event.
New Belgium Century Social, 6-7:30 p.m., Hot Tomato Cafe, 124 N. Mulberry St., Fruita. 100 cent NB drafts.
Mario Asti (tenor sax) joins Project Groove with Miss Emily, Wine Country Inn in Palisade.
Ralph Dinosaur & the Fabulous Volcanoes play The Blue Moon, 120 N. 7th St. Info: 242-4506.
Flat Top Reed & Riveter live at Tenacious Bros. Pub, 9:30 p.m., 118 S. 7th St. Cover $5.
Live music Fri. & Sat., DJ's Roadhouse, 3112 Hwy 6&50, 9 p.m. till close. Cover $3.
Karoake Friday at the Palisade Livery Saloon, 215 Main St., Palisade, 9 p.m. to midnight. Never a cover.
Lounge Show with Shotgun Hodown, Mesa Theater & Club, 538 Main St., doors 8 p.m. $5 cover. Info: 241-1717. 21+ show.
Jack+Jill (alternative folk rock), DoubleTree Hotel lounge, 743 Horizon Dr., 7-11 p.m. Info: 241-8888. No cover. 21+
Live music, Rockslide Brewpub, 10 p.m.-1 a.m., 401 Main St. No cover.
Karaoke every Fri., 9 p.m.-midnight, GJ Scores, 2445 F 3/8 Road. Info: 245-1115.
Dennis & Michelle, every Fri. & Sat., Le Rouge, 317 Main St. Info: 257-1777.
Boots & Hats Friday Nights, doors 5 p.m., Cactus Canyon, 3210 I-70 Business Loop. Cover: free if you wear boots/cowboy hat, otherwise $4/ladies, $5/men. Info: 434-0320.
FAC, free food 5-8 p.m., live music at 7:30, $10/cover, Whiskey River, 490 28 1/4 Road. Info: 241-5179.
SPORTS/FITNESS
Beginner Yoga, 9 a.m. M-Fri., Academy of Yoga, 102 S. Fifth St. Info: 201-4062.
SUPPORT GROUPS
Al-Anon, 7 p.m., Community Hospital, 12th & Orchard Ave. Info: 242-1075.
Narcotics Anonymous, 8 p.m., The Meeting Hall, 1938 N. First St. Info: 201-1133.
SATURDAY JULY 31
FYI
The BLM shooting range on 27 1/4 Rd, 6 miles north of H Rd., will be closed to public use 8 a.m. to noon, July 31, for clean-up and maintenance.
COMMUNITY EVENTS
Motorcycle Super Cross 2010, Mesa County Fairgrounds, gates 4:30 p.m., races at 6. Info: 255-7100.
Monument Downhill 5K Race to benefit the Riverfront Trail System, 8 a.m. race start; late registration/packet pick-up 7-7:35 a.m. at Dos Hombres on the Redlands. Race is down Monument Road from outside the Colo. Natl Monument finishing at Dos Hombres. Prizes money for top finishers. Info: 270-0774.
Cage Raiser II - 12 fights at GJ Harley Davidson, followed by an after party at Whiskey River. Tickets to the fight can be purchased at Impact Boxing, 8th Street Gym.
Moose Festival at Grand Mesa Visitor Center off Hwy. 65 on the Grand Mesa, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Presented by Colo. Division of Wildlife. All-day activities, learn about moose population.
Avalon movie: “The Secret in their Eyes,” 2:30, 5:15 and 7:45 p.m., 645 Main St. Cost: $7.
Art in the Park: Therapeutic Arts & Crafts, and fundraiser for special needs recreation, 10-11:30 a.m., every Sat. through Aug. 14, Lincoln Park. Registration required; $15 for 2 art projects. All ages/all levels. Great for relaxation, pain management, depression, anxiety, social, mind-body and more. Info: 640-0806, veronica@activitiesforlife.net.
Fruita Farmers Market, 8 a.m.-noon, downtown Fruita, Civic Center Lawn, weather & crops permitting. Thru October. Info: info@fruitafarmersmarket.com.
CLUBS/ORGANIZATIONS
Amtgard meet, 11 a.m., every Sat., Sherwood Park, Warriors and Mages meet on the field of combat, free, open to the public. Info: 640-5956.
New meeting location: Cars n' Coffee, 7 a.m. every Sat., Einstein Bros. Bagels, 2546 Rimrock Ave. Bring your sports car, classic, street rod, muscle car, etc. and meet with others, open to the public. Info: 462-6762, gjsportscars.com.
KIDS/TEENS
Storytime, Turn the Page Used Bookstore, 10:30 a.m., 119 E. Aspen Ave., Fruita., Storytime for kids of all ages, every Wed. and Sat. Info: 261-5778.
Storytime, 10:30 a.m. every Sat., DeBeque Library, 730 Minter Ave. Info: 283-8625.
Storytime with Judy T., every Sat., 10:30 a.m., Barnes & Noble, 2451 Patterson Road. Info: 243-5113.
NIGHTLIFE/LIVE MUSIC
John Winn and friends Cullen Purser and Billy Faier will be playing at Mesa Lakes Lodge on the outdoor patio from 2 to 4 p.m., and again during the dinner hour from 6 to 8 p.m. Come on up and enjoy a meal and some music on the mountain.
Flat Top Reed and special guests perform at benefit concert for Center For Independence, 7 p.m., Grande River Vineyards. $15/advance, $20/gate. Info: 241-0315. Purchase tix at Fisher Liquor Barn, Roper Music.
Charley Jenkins benefit concert for Fruita FFA, 7-10 p.m., Jack Brach & Sons Trucking, 1265 N 3/4 Rd, Loma. Tix: $15. Bring chair.
Izzy & The Kesstronics live at Tenacious Bros. Pub, 10 p.m., 118 S. 7th St. Cover $5.
Mario Asti (tenor sax) joins Project Groove with Miss Emily, The Blue Moon, 120 N. 7th St. Info: 242-4506.
Live music, DJ's Roadhouse, 3112 Hwy 6& 50, 9 p.m.
The Instagators play The Livery Saloon, 215 Main St. in Palisade, 9 p.m. till closing. Never a cover. Info: 464-5449.
Metal Show w/ Exussum, Scalafrea and more, Mesa Theater & Club, 538 Main St., doors 8 p.m. All ages. Info: 241-1717. 21+ show.
Live Karaoke, DoubleTree Hotel, 743 Horizon Dr., no cover. Wings and pitcher specials.
Karaoke, Bailey's Lounge, 9 p.m., Grand Vista Hotel, 2790 Crossroads Blvd. Info: 241-8411. Thursday and Saturday only.
Dennis & Michelle, every Saturday, Le Rouge, 317 Main St. Info: 257-1777.
Saturday Night Powerhouse Party, Cactus Canyon, 3210 I-70 Business Loop. Cover: $4/ladies, $5/men. Info: 434-0320.
Top 40 Dance night with a DJ, Whiskey River, 490 28 1/4 Rd.
SUPPORT GROUPS
Al-Anon, 9 a.m., The Meeting Hall, 1938 N. 1st St. Info: 242-1075.
Overeaters Anonymous, 9 a.m., every Sat., New Life Church, 1350 N. 7th St. Info: 263-4496 or www.oa.org.
Narcotics Anonymous, 8 p.m., The Meeting Hall, 1938 N. 1st St. Info: 201-1133.
SUNDAY AUG. 1
COMMUNITY EVENTS
Sunday Supper Series featuring music by Tia McGraff, 6 p.m., Vistas & Vineyards, 3587 G Road, Palisade. $15 donation. Info: 464-7478. Bring picnic, beverages.
Territorial Daughters 30th Anniversary at Cross Orchards Historic Site, 1-4 p.m., Cross Orchards Historic Site, 3073 F Road. Free event. Info: 261-8137.
Free Sunday admission to the W. Colo. Botanical Gardens & Butterfly House, 641 Struthers. Every 1st Sunday of the month.
Story Hour! 9:30 a.m. at Highline Lake State Park, Loma. Come listen to stories about nature and your favorite animals! Meet in the campground between sites 9 & 12. Info: 858-7208.
Avalon movie: “The Secret in their Eyes,” 2:30 & 5:15 p.m., 645 Main St. Cost: $7.
Community Drum Circle, every Sun. through Dec. 19, 4-6 p.m., GJ Flea Market & Swap Meet, 515 S. 7th St. Info: 314-0440.
Palisade Farmers Market opens 10 a.m.-2 p.m., downtown Palisade. Fresh produce, food vendors and more. Info: palisadecoc.com.
CLASSES/WORKSHOPS
Free dance to move, groove and flow, every Sunday in August, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Yoga West Collective, 1025 Main St. All are welcome. No experience needed. Info: Nicole, (808) 344-3738.
CLUBS/ORGANIZATIONS
Happy Feet Round Dance Club, 5-8:30 p.m. Masonic Lodge, 2400 Consistory Court. Info: 243-5858.
NIGHTLIFE/LIVE MUSIC
Steve Williams, jazz guitar, every Sunday through summer, 9:30 a.m.-noon, Palisade Cafe & Grill, 113 W. 3rd St. Info: 464-0657.
HIP (Hospitality Industry Personnel) Sunday Nights, Cactus Canyon, 3210 I-70 Business Loop. Cover: $3/men or $1 if with hospitality industry. Info: 434-0320.
Warren Jones, every Sunday except last Sunday of month, 5:30-8:30 p.m., Il Bistro Italiano, 400 Main St., Info: 243-8622.
Karaoke, 10 p.m. every Sun. & Thurs. Weavers, 103 N. First St. Info: 241-4010.
Jam Session, every Sun., 3-9 p.m., 619 25 Road. Mixer, amp and keyboard provided. Bring your talent, plug in and jam. RSVP: 778-3058.
SENIORS
Ice cream social, Mesa View Retirement, 601 Horizon Pl., 3 p.m., free to seniors. RSVP: 241-0772.
Senior Dance with Live Music, 1st/3rd Sun., 1 p.m., Senior Rec Center, 550 Ouray Ave., cost: $2. Have a fun-filled evening with live music and dancing. Enjoy yourself on the dance floor, or if you're not a dancer, meet with friends and listen to all the old tunes!
SUPPORT GROUPS
Al-Anon, 9:45 a.m., North Club, 801 20th Ave. Info: 242-1075.
Narcotics Anonymous, 8 p.m., The Meeting Hall, 1938 N. 1st St. Info: 201-1133.
MONDAY AUG. 2
COMMUNITY EVENTS
Free entrance to all 42 Colorado State Parks in celebration of Colorado Day, the anniversary of our statehood. Locally, head to Fruita State Park, Island Acres or Highline for some free fun.
Avalon movie: “The Secret in their Eyes,” 5:15 and 7:45 p.m., 645 Main St. Cost: $7.
Have A Ball bowling league, 6:30 p.m. every Mon., Orchard Mesa Lanes, 295 27 Rd. 9-pin no tap. Ages 12+. Info: 314-4897.
CLASSES/WORKSHOPS
Blissful Living Meditation, every Mon. & Fri. through Dec. 31, 8-9 a.m., Yoga West, 1025 Main St. Info: Shelly, 261-6009.
CLUBS/ORGANIZATIONS
Back Country Horsemen, 1st Monday, 7 p.m., Mesa Mall Community Room. Everyone welcome young & old. Info: 250-5509.
Knit by Lit, knitting group, 1st Monday, 5:30-8 p.m. Central library, 530 Grand Ave. Bring needlework project, novice & experienced welcome. Info: 243-4442.
NAWIC monthly meeting, 6:30 p.m., Grand Vista Hotel, 2790 Crossroads Blvd. Info: 245-5000.
Happy Feet Round Dance Club, 7:30-10:30 p.m. Masonic Lodge, 2400 Consistory Court. Info: 243-5858.
NIGHTLIFE/LIVE MUSIC
Happy Hour at Le Rouge, M-Thurs., 4:30-6:30 p.m., 317 Main St., Best Martini - $6, Specialty wine - $5. Enjoy the best ambiance and friendly staff. Info: 257-1777.
SPORTS/FITNESS
Fuzion Yoga, every Mon./Wed., 5:15 p.m., Primary Care Partners bldg. $5. All welcome. Info: Suzi, 623-3913.
Training Run, 6:30 p.m. Every Mon. Single Tracks, Fruita. Meeting place may change weekly. Casual, all abilities welcome. Info: 858-3917.
Yoga with Danielle, 6-7 p.m. Healing Horizons, 2139 N. 12th St. Every Mon.. Info: 970-314-7364.
Yoga Hour, every Mon., 5:45-7 p.m., St. Mary's Advanced Medicine Pavilion, gentle classes designed for cancer patients and supporters. Bring your own mat.
NIA - finding health through movement, every Mon., 4:30-5:30 p.m., Academy of Yoga, 102 S. 5th St. Info: Vicki, 618-6990.
Pure Fun Dance Fusion Classes, every Mon., 9-10 a.m. Lincoln Park Barn. Well-being and vitality through movement. Info: 712-3756.
SUPPORT GROUPS
Al-Anon meeting, 7-8 p.m., every Mon. Crossroads UMC, 599 30 Road. Senior Daybreak room. Info: 242-1075, www. al-anon-co.org.
Overeaters Anonymous, 7-8 p.m., every Mon. New Life Church, 1350 N. Seventh St. Info: 263-4496 or www.oa.org.
Anorexia/Bulimia, every Mon., 5 p.m. The Alpha Center, 1170 Colorado Ave. Info: 241-2948.
Narcotics Anonymous, 8 p.m., The Meeting Hall, 1938 N. First St. Info: 201-1133.
Grief Support Journey, every Mon., 6:30-8:30 p.m., Fellowship Church, 765 24 Road. Christ based grief support group. Info: 434-9473.
TUESDAY AUG. 3
COMMUNITY EVENTS
Avalon movie: “The Secret in their Eyes,” 4:30 p.m., 645 Main St. Cost: $7.
Dinner & A Movie: “Who Framed Roger Rabbit,” 7:15 p.m., Avalon Theatre, 645 Main St. Two free tickets with downtown dinner receipt, day and date only. $5 w/out.
“Fun League” looking for bowlers for mixed league, Orchard Mesa Lanes, 24-weeks, Tues. nights starting Sept. 7. Info: 208-3188.
CLASSES/WORKSHOPS
“Natural Solutions to Sleep Problems” free workshop, 6:30-7:30 p.m., GoodWill Store Community Room, 630 24 1/2 Rd. Discover three natural solutions to sleep problems: vitamins, exercise and physical treatment. Call 201-8790 to reserve your seat. Presented by Dr. Wes Sheader, D.C.
Levis and Lace square beginner class/brush-up, 7:30-9 p.m., Masonic Lodge, 2400 Consistory Ct. Info: 243-5858.
Prayer Circle, 9:30-10:15 a.m. every Tues., St. Mary's Pavilion, 750 Wellington Ave. Ent. 25. A self-help technique. Daily use brings amazing results. Info: 244-2254.
CLUBS/ORGANIZATIONS
Dynamic networking/leads group, 7:30 a.m. 1st/3rd Tues., Main St. Bagels (back room), Info: Brad, 242-5000.
Stratford Cafe Writers Group, Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 2451 Patterson Rd., 1st Tues., 7 p.m., 243-5113.
Western Equality meeting, 1st Tues., 6 p.m., followed by board meeting. Margery Bldg., 523 1/2 Main St., 2nd floor. Info: 242-8949.
GJ Sayre Toastmasters club, 6:45 a.m. every Tues., St. Mary's Life Center, Grand Mesa conf. room, 1100 Patterson Rd. Improve public speaking skills. Info: 242-5611, 245-5938.
Sweet Adelines Chorus rehearsal, every Tues., 6:30-9 p.m. Redlands Methodist, 527 Village Way. Interested women welcome. Membership Info: 255-9419, grandmesachorus.org.
KIDS/TEENS
$10 Tuesdays at Bananas Fun Park, 2469 Riverside Pkwy. Unlimited mini golf, bumper boats, laser tag, indoor playland. Info: 241-7529.
Free movies Tues. & Wed. at Regal Cinema, 648 Market St — 10 a.m. Info: 248-3613; Aug. 3-4 “All Dogs Go To Heaven 2” (G) & “Surf's Up” (PG)
Preschool Storytime, 10 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. Every Tues., Central Library, 530 Grand Ave. Palisade Library, 711 Iowa St. (10 a.m. only).
Storytime with Judy L., 10:30 a.m. Every Tues. & Wed., Barnes & Noble, 2451 Patterson Road. Info. 243-5113.
NIGHTLIFE/LIVE MUSIC
Free Pool Tuesday Night, Palisade Livery Saloon, 215 Main St. in Palisade, 4:30-12:30 a.m. Info: 200-9018.
Tuesday “Flip Night,” 10 p.m.-1 a.m., Weavers' Tavern, 103 N. First. Info: 241-4010. 21+. Order any drink you want and we'll flip a coin for it. If you win, drink is on the house!
Happy Hour at Le Rouge, M-Thurs., 4:30-6:30 p.m., 317 Main St. Drink specials, ambience and friendly staff. Info: 257-1777.
“Geeks Who Drink” authentic pub quiz, 7 p.m. every Tues., followed by karoake 9 p.m. to close, Rockslide Brewery, 401 Main St. Info: 245-2111.
Blacklight Party with DJ Jumpin' John, 8 p.m., Whiskey River, 490 28 1/4 Road. Drink specials. Cover $8. Info: 241-5179.
SPORTS/FITNESS
YoGolf (yoga for golfers), every Tues/Thurs. 7:30 a.m., 1854 J 2/10 Road. Cost $5. Call ahead to confirm: Suzi, 623-3913. Thru Sept. 30.
Intro to Tai Chi, 6:30-7:30 p.m., every Tues. thru Dec. 28, Fairmount Hall, 2511 12th St. Info: Don, 248-9534.
Beginner Yoga, 9 a.m. M-Fri., Academy of Yoga, 102 S. 5th St. Info: 201-4062.
Yoga with Danielle, 8:45 -9:45 a.m. every Tues., Fairmount Hall, 2511 N. 12th St. All levels. Info: 314-7364.
Pure Fun Dance Fusion classes, every Tues., 8-9 a.m. and 5:30-6:30 p.m. Lincoln Park Barn. Well-being and vitality through movement. Info: 970-712-3756.
NIA - finding health through movement, every Tues., 9-10 a.m., Yoga West, 1025 Main St. Info: Vicki, 618-6990.
SUPPORT GROUPS
Relationships Anonymous meeting, women only, when you keep wishing and hoping that he will change. Every Tues., 5 p.m., The Meeting Hall, 1st and Orchard. Info: Diane, 270-0258.
Al-Anon, 11-12:30 p.m., every Tues., First Presbyterian Church, 2940 27 1/2 Road. Info: 242-1075, al-anon-co.org.
Overeaters Anonymous, every Tues., noon, New Life Church, 1350 N. 7th St. Info: 242-3310.
Narcotics Anonymous, 8 p.m., every Tues., The Meeting Hall, 1938 N. 1st St. Info: 201-1133.
WEDNESDAY AUG. 4
COMMUNITY EVENTS
W. Slope Honor Flight Fundraiser: Eat out at Boston's The Gourmet Pizza, 2404 F Road, all day. 15% of meal receipt proceeds go to the Honor Flight. Flight dates are Oct. 5&6.
Avalon movie: “The Secret in their Eyes,” 5:15 and 7:45 p.m., 645 Main St. Cost: $7.
Dreamtime Creative Circle, every Wed., 10-noon, Coffee Studio, 2913 F Rd. Actors, writers, musicians meet weekly to discuss creative projects and collaborations. Info: Julia, 462-7784.
CLASSES/WORKSHOPS
Holistic Emotional Balance for Women, free lecture, 5:30 p.m., Turn The Page Used Bookstore, 119 E. Aspen, Fruita. Info: 858-6635.
PTSD workshop, 5:30-7 p.m., GJ VAMC, 2121 North Ave. bldg. 6, large conference room. This is for veterans' significant others, parents, adult siblings, close friends, and adolescents older than 16. Info: Sarah (242-0731, ext. 2227).
Guided Meditation, every Wed., 12:15-1 p.m., Reflection Room, St. Mary's Advanced Medicine Pavilion, Ent. 25. Info: 244-2254. Open to patients, families and staff.
KIDS/TEENS
Theatre for Teens, 6-week camp, every Wed. thru Aug. 11, 3-4 p.m., Yoga West Collective, 1025 Main St. $50 or $10/class. Info: Sarah, 618-3850. Improvisational theatre class for teenagers designed for creative learning, playful socializing, quick thinking, and silly antics.
Free Wed. at Lincoln Park Pool, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. & 3 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Must be under 18. Adults: $4.75.
W.W.W. - Wacky, Wonderful, Wednesdays (ages 7-11). Tweens are welcome to drop in to enjoy activities, 2-4 p.m., Central Library, 530 Grand Ave. Info: 243-4442.
Storytime, 2-4 p.m. every Wed., Central Library, 530 Grand Ave., for tweens ages 7-11. Info: 243-4442.
Storytime, Turn the Page Used Bookstore, 10:30 a.m., 119 E. Aspen Ave., Fruita. Storytime for kids of all ages, every Wed. & Sat. Info: 261-5778.
Storytime with Judy L., 10:30 a.m., every Tues./Wed., Barnes & Noble, 2451 Patterson Road. Info: 243-5113.
NIGHTLIFE/LIVE MUSIC
Karaoke, every Mon. & Wed., 8 p.m., Quincy Bar, 609 Main St. Happy hour from 10 p.m. to midnight. Info: 242-9633.
Acoustic jam, every Wed., DJ's Roadhouse, 3112 Hwy 6&50, 8-11 p.m. No cover.
XXXXMario Asti (tenor sax) joins Project Groove for some instrumental funk jazz, 10 p.m., Tenacious rothers Pub,118 S. 7th St. Info: 424-5354 or 778-0499. No cover.
XXXXThe Widowmakers, DoubleTree Hotel lounge, 743 Horizon Dr., 7-11 p.m. Info: 241-8888. No cover. 21+
Happy Hour at Le Rouge, Mon.-Thurs., 4:30-6:30 p.m., 317 Main St. Drink specials, ambience and friendly staff. Info: 257-1777.
Jeff Pine performs every Wed., 6:30 p.m., Ale House, 2531 N. 12th St. Info: 242-7ALE.
College Night, line dance lessons at 8 p.m., Whiskey River, 490 28 1/4 Road. Cover $8 or $3 with student ID. Info: 241-5179. 18+ to enter.
SPORTS/FITNESS
Chakra Dance Series, 4:30-5:30 p.m., 7-week series thru Aug. 18 every Wed., Yoga West Collective, 1025 Main St. Info: Sarah, 618-3850.
Red Rock Riders mountain bike group (all ages/skill levels) meets weekly to ride different trails throughout Grand Valley. Ride Wed. evenings and Sat. a.m. with occasional out of the valley rides on Saturdays, through Aug. 2010. For a list of rides for 2010 e-mail redrockriders@gmail.com.
SUPPORT GROUPS
Al-Anon, 4:30 p.m., Seventh-Day Adventist Church, corner of 7th & Mesa. Info: 242-1075.
MS Support Group, last Wed. of the month, 1-2:30 p.m., NMSS office, 2232 N. 7th St., Suite 14. Info: 241-8975.
Narcotics Anonymous, 8 p.m., every Wed. & Thurs., First Congregational Church, 1425 N. 5th St. Info: 201-1133.
THURSDAY AUG. 5
COMMUNITY EVENTS
Avalon movie: “The Secret in their Eyes,” 5:15 and 7:45 p.m., 645 Main St. Cost: $7.
Auditions to be in the GJ Comedy Festival (Aug. 18), Country Inns Hotel, 718 Horizon Dr. Bring your funny act and prepare to perform stand-up for 5 minutes. Check out the rules and more at worktogethernow.com.
Downtown Farmers Market, 5-8:30 p.m., Main Street GJ. Produce, live music, vendors, food concessions, and more. Every Thurs. through Sept. 16.
BUSINESS EVENTS
BNI, Monument Chapter, meets 7-8:30 a.m. each Thurs., Church of Christ, 2893 Patterson Road. Info: 858-2411.
Early Birds Leads Group, every Thurs., 7:30 a.m. Talley's restaurant, 623 Main St. Info: 434-4875.
Toastmasters meeting: Become the speaker and leader you want to be, every Thurs., noon, Business Incubator Center, 2391 B 3/4 Road. Info: 243-5242.
Business Buddies networking group, 7:30 a.m., Vectra Bank, upstairs, 2394 F Road. Accepting members. Info: Kat, 248-9761.
Business Builders GJ Network Referral Group, 7:30 a.m., St. Mary's Pavilion, Java City. Info: Greg, 201-3567.
Business Networking Int'l, Synacrity chapter, 7 a.m., The Egg and I, Patterson & 1st St., visitors welcome. Info: 216-0559.
Grand Valley Networking Group, noon, 220 S. 13th St. Guests welcome. Info: Ruth, 523-0303.
CLASSES/WORKSHOPS
Learn to belly dance, 7 p.m., every Thurs. through Aug. 5, Fruita Civic Center, 325 D. Aspen in Fruita. Register: 234-1649. Taught by Ancient Memories Belly Dance.
CLUBS/ORGANIZATIONS
Cribbage Club, 6-9 p.m., every Thurs., Barnes & Noble, 2451 Patterson Rd. Info: 242-3319. Weekly ACC-sanctioned cribbage games. All ages welcome.
Men of Valor group, every Thurs., 7 p.m., Four Winds Coffee and Tea, Christ Center, 12th & Bookcliff Ave.
Cribbage Club, 6-9 p.m., every Thurs., Borders, 2464 U.S. Highway 6&50. Info: 242-3319.
GJ Kiwanis Club, noon, Two Rivers Convention Center. Info: 245-5897.
KIDS/TEENS
Infant & Toddler storytime, 10 a.m., Central Library, 530 Grand Ave.
Storytime, 10 a.m. every Thurs., Clifton Library, 590 32 Road; Fruita Library, 325 Aspen Ave.; Central Library, 530 Grand Ave.
NIGHTLIFE/LIVE MUSIC
XXXXFishtank Ensemble (jazz & gypsy) from LA will perform 8 p.m., KAFM Radio Room, 1310 Ute Ave. Tickets $15. Info: 241-8801 ext. 223, www.kafmradio.org.
XXXP.J. Party with a DJ, 8 p.m., Rocky Mountain Pub, 539 Colorado Ave. Info: 245-0995.
Live music - Thursday Night Fruita Concert Series, 7 p.m., Fruita Civic Center pavilion. Different bands every Thurs. through Aug. 12. Info: 858-0360.
Open Mic Night, The Rockslide Brewpub. hosted by James Williams of The Williams Brothers Band, 401 Main St. Sign-up at 9, jam at 10 p.m. No cover. 21+.
XXXTantric, Mesa Theater & Club, 538 Main St. Tix: $15. All ages. Doors 8 p.m.
Happy Hour at Le Rouge, M-Thurs., 4:30-6:30 p.m., 317 Main St. Drink specials, ambiance and friendly staff. Info: 257-1777.
Karaoke, Bailey's Lounge, 9 p.m., Grand Vista Hotel, 2790 Crossroads Blvd. Info: 241-8411.
Karaoke, 10 p.m. every Sunday and Thurs., Weavers, 103 N. First St. Info: 241-4010.
Leather or Lace, every Thurs., Cactus Canyon, 3210 I-70 Business Loop, 7 p.m. to 2 a.m. Cover: $5. Info: 434-0320. Ladies, show off your favorite leather or lace for weekly cash prizes.
Ladies Night, couples dance lessons at 7 p.m., live music at 8. Whiskey River, 490 28 1/4 Road. Cover $5, ladies free. Info: 241-5179.
SENIORS
Yoga for Seniors with Danielle 9-10 a.m., Yoga West Collective, 1025 Main St. Every Thursday. Info: Danielle, 970-314-7364.
SPORTS/FITNESS
Dance Jam, calling all movers, 7:30 p.m., every Thurs., Yoga West Collective, 1025 Main St. Info: 255-9642, yogawest.org.
Mesa Monument Striders group run, 6 p.m., every Thurs. All shapes/speeds welcome. E-mail: nachtambule@aol.com or call Tom, 434-9753.
Wellness Walkers, every Thurs., 7:45 a.m. Call 244-6080 for locations.
Beginner Yoga, 9 a.m. M-Fri., Academy of Yoga, 102 S. Fifth St. Info: 201-4062.
Jazzercise, 5:30 p.m., every Tues. & Thurs., Lincoln Park Barn. Info: 712-3756.
Pure Fun Dance Fusion classes, 5:30 -6:30 p.m., Lincoln Park Barn, well-being and vitality through movement. Info: 970-712-3756.
SUPPORT GROUPS
Mending Hearts adult grief support group, 2-3:30 p.m., every Thurs., Miller Homestead, 3090 N. 12th St. Sponsored by Hospice & Palliative Care of W. Colo. Info: 254-0891.
Postpartum/newborn group for parents of babies up to 3 months old. Topics: typical postpartum issues, coping and soothing techniques, infant massage, sleep patterns, etc., every Thurs., 10-11:30 a.m., The Parenting Place (basement level of the US Bank Blg on Grand). Info: Doula and Childbirth educator Kim Bates at 254-8240 or KimB@acsol.net.
Al-Anon, 10:15 a.m., every Thurs., The Meeting Hall, 1938 N. First St. Info: 242-1075.
Overeaters Anonymous, noon-1 p.m. or 7-8 p.m., every Thurs., New Life Church, 1350 N. 7th St. Info: 263-4496 or www.oa.org.
Narcotics Anonymous, 8 p.m., every Thurs., First Congregational Church, 1425 N. Fifth St. Info: 201-1133.
Healing Hands Hour, noon, every Thurs., St. Mary's Adv. Med. Pavilion, Reflection Room, 750 Wellington Ave., Ent. 25. Therapeutic touch, Reiki to cancer patients/survivors/caregivers. Info: 244-2254.
TOPS group, 5-6 p.m., every Thurs., Turkish World Outreach, 508 Fruitvale Ct. $3 monthly dues, $24 annually. 434-7860.
FYI
Heat is on! DUI checkpoints around Mesa County this weekend. If you plan to drink alcohol, don't drive.
COMMUNITY EVENTS
Medicare informational event for Medicare beneficiaries and their caregivers on ways to save money on Medicare costs; 10 -11:30 a.m. or 1-2:30 p.m. in the US Bank Building, lower level, Fourth and White in Grand Junction. Info: 243-9839.
Jumpstart the Entrepreneur in YOU, last Friday of month, 10 a.m.-noon, Coffee Muggers, 644 Main St., free. Info: 243-5242. An informal setting to discuss your ideas with other entrepreneurs as well as staff from the Business Incubator.
Partners car wash fundraiser, noon-4 p.m., New Wave Car Wash, Horizon Drive by Safeway. $10 gets your car washed, $12 and you can add a slice of Nick N Willy's Pizza. Info: 245-5555.
Jelly Belly Wheelstander and other drag racing cars and drivers on display, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. in the Enstrom's parking lot, 701 Colorado Ave. Free, open to public: 683-1012.
Presentation: Learn about Dominguez-Escalante NCA and Gateway. Presented by Kate Graham of Colo. Enviro Coalition and outdoor educator Brett White, 6-8 p.m. Summit Canyon Mountaineering, 461 Main St. Info: 243-0002.
Avalon movie: “The Secret in their Eyes,” 5:15 and 7:45 p.m., 645 Main St. Cost: $7.
Free beer & cheese tastings, Wild West Steaks and Seafood (inside Crossroads Wine and Spirits building), 611 24 Road, 1-6 p.m., taste gourmet/artisan cheeses and other gourmet foods, every Fri. & Sat. Info: 257-1557, www.crossroadswineandspirits.com.
CLASSES/WORKSHOPS
Friday group dance lessons, 7 p.m., La Puerta, 634 Main St., suite 1. 7/30: Cha Cha. $5/person. Info: 712-2552, lapuertadancestudio.com.
Vipassana meditation classes, mindfulness training, evenings weekly. No charge. Call Diane: (970) 903-6684.
Levis and Lace square & round dancing club, 7-8 p.m., for plus and 8-9:30 mainstream, Masonic Lodge, 2400 Consistory Court. Info: 243-5858.
Blissful Living Meditation, 9 a.m., every Fri., Yoga West, 1025 Main St., all ages. Info: 261-6009.
CLUBS/ORGANIZATIONS
GJ Newcomers meet every Friday, 9:30 a.m., Orchard Mesa Lanes, 295 27 Rd. Interested newcomers welcome. Info: Gloria, 255-8442.
River City Singles FAC, 5 p.m., every Fri., DoubleTree Hotel, 743 Horizon Dr., young at heart singles meet. Info: 248-9211.
KIDS/TEENS
Bilingual Story Time, 10 a.m., every Fri., Central library, 530 Grand Ave. Info: 241-4726.
Good Conversations Book Club, every Fri., 11 a.m.-noon. Ages 7-11, Central library, 530 Grand Ave. Info: 241-4726.
NIGHTLIFE/LIVE MUSIC
The Blues Festival featuring Archie Lee Hooker (nephew of the late great John Lee Hooker) backed by Stonefed, The Williams Brothers Band, Flat Top Reed and KingSnake playing at the W. Colo. Botanical Gardens, 5-11 p.m., $17.50/advance, $22.50/gate, 12 and under free. Bring lawn chairs, blankets. Food and drink available for purchase at event.
New Belgium Century Social, 6-7:30 p.m., Hot Tomato Cafe, 124 N. Mulberry St., Fruita. 100 cent NB drafts.
Mario Asti (tenor sax) joins Project Groove with Miss Emily, Wine Country Inn in Palisade.
Ralph Dinosaur & the Fabulous Volcanoes play The Blue Moon, 120 N. 7th St. Info: 242-4506.
Flat Top Reed & Riveter live at Tenacious Bros. Pub, 9:30 p.m., 118 S. 7th St. Cover $5.
Live music Fri. & Sat., DJ's Roadhouse, 3112 Hwy 6&50, 9 p.m. till close. Cover $3.
Karoake Friday at the Palisade Livery Saloon, 215 Main St., Palisade, 9 p.m. to midnight. Never a cover.
Lounge Show with Shotgun Hodown, Mesa Theater & Club, 538 Main St., doors 8 p.m. $5 cover. Info: 241-1717. 21+ show.
Jack+Jill (alternative folk rock), DoubleTree Hotel lounge, 743 Horizon Dr., 7-11 p.m. Info: 241-8888. No cover. 21+
Live music, Rockslide Brewpub, 10 p.m.-1 a.m., 401 Main St. No cover.
Karaoke every Fri., 9 p.m.-midnight, GJ Scores, 2445 F 3/8 Road. Info: 245-1115.
Dennis & Michelle, every Fri. & Sat., Le Rouge, 317 Main St. Info: 257-1777.
Boots & Hats Friday Nights, doors 5 p.m., Cactus Canyon, 3210 I-70 Business Loop. Cover: free if you wear boots/cowboy hat, otherwise $4/ladies, $5/men. Info: 434-0320.
FAC, free food 5-8 p.m., live music at 7:30, $10/cover, Whiskey River, 490 28 1/4 Road. Info: 241-5179.
SPORTS/FITNESS
Beginner Yoga, 9 a.m. M-Fri., Academy of Yoga, 102 S. Fifth St. Info: 201-4062.
SUPPORT GROUPS
Al-Anon, 7 p.m., Community Hospital, 12th & Orchard Ave. Info: 242-1075.
Narcotics Anonymous, 8 p.m., The Meeting Hall, 1938 N. First St. Info: 201-1133.
SATURDAY JULY 31
FYI
The BLM shooting range on 27 1/4 Rd, 6 miles north of H Rd., will be closed to public use 8 a.m. to noon, July 31, for clean-up and maintenance.
COMMUNITY EVENTS
Motorcycle Super Cross 2010, Mesa County Fairgrounds, gates 4:30 p.m., races at 6. Info: 255-7100.
Monument Downhill 5K Race to benefit the Riverfront Trail System, 8 a.m. race start; late registration/packet pick-up 7-7:35 a.m. at Dos Hombres on the Redlands. Race is down Monument Road from outside the Colo. Natl Monument finishing at Dos Hombres. Prizes money for top finishers. Info: 270-0774.
Cage Raiser II - 12 fights at GJ Harley Davidson, followed by an after party at Whiskey River. Tickets to the fight can be purchased at Impact Boxing, 8th Street Gym.
Moose Festival at Grand Mesa Visitor Center off Hwy. 65 on the Grand Mesa, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Presented by Colo. Division of Wildlife. All-day activities, learn about moose population.
Avalon movie: “The Secret in their Eyes,” 2:30, 5:15 and 7:45 p.m., 645 Main St. Cost: $7.
Art in the Park: Therapeutic Arts & Crafts, and fundraiser for special needs recreation, 10-11:30 a.m., every Sat. through Aug. 14, Lincoln Park. Registration required; $15 for 2 art projects. All ages/all levels. Great for relaxation, pain management, depression, anxiety, social, mind-body and more. Info: 640-0806, veronica@activitiesforlife.net.
Fruita Farmers Market, 8 a.m.-noon, downtown Fruita, Civic Center Lawn, weather & crops permitting. Thru October. Info: info@fruitafarmersmarket.com.
CLUBS/ORGANIZATIONS
Amtgard meet, 11 a.m., every Sat., Sherwood Park, Warriors and Mages meet on the field of combat, free, open to the public. Info: 640-5956.
New meeting location: Cars n' Coffee, 7 a.m. every Sat., Einstein Bros. Bagels, 2546 Rimrock Ave. Bring your sports car, classic, street rod, muscle car, etc. and meet with others, open to the public. Info: 462-6762, gjsportscars.com.
KIDS/TEENS
Storytime, Turn the Page Used Bookstore, 10:30 a.m., 119 E. Aspen Ave., Fruita., Storytime for kids of all ages, every Wed. and Sat. Info: 261-5778.
Storytime, 10:30 a.m. every Sat., DeBeque Library, 730 Minter Ave. Info: 283-8625.
Storytime with Judy T., every Sat., 10:30 a.m., Barnes & Noble, 2451 Patterson Road. Info: 243-5113.
NIGHTLIFE/LIVE MUSIC
John Winn and friends Cullen Purser and Billy Faier will be playing at Mesa Lakes Lodge on the outdoor patio from 2 to 4 p.m., and again during the dinner hour from 6 to 8 p.m. Come on up and enjoy a meal and some music on the mountain.
Flat Top Reed and special guests perform at benefit concert for Center For Independence, 7 p.m., Grande River Vineyards. $15/advance, $20/gate. Info: 241-0315. Purchase tix at Fisher Liquor Barn, Roper Music.
Charley Jenkins benefit concert for Fruita FFA, 7-10 p.m., Jack Brach & Sons Trucking, 1265 N 3/4 Rd, Loma. Tix: $15. Bring chair.
Izzy & The Kesstronics live at Tenacious Bros. Pub, 10 p.m., 118 S. 7th St. Cover $5.
Mario Asti (tenor sax) joins Project Groove with Miss Emily, The Blue Moon, 120 N. 7th St. Info: 242-4506.
Live music, DJ's Roadhouse, 3112 Hwy 6& 50, 9 p.m.
The Instagators play The Livery Saloon, 215 Main St. in Palisade, 9 p.m. till closing. Never a cover. Info: 464-5449.
Metal Show w/ Exussum, Scalafrea and more, Mesa Theater & Club, 538 Main St., doors 8 p.m. All ages. Info: 241-1717. 21+ show.
Live Karaoke, DoubleTree Hotel, 743 Horizon Dr., no cover. Wings and pitcher specials.
Karaoke, Bailey's Lounge, 9 p.m., Grand Vista Hotel, 2790 Crossroads Blvd. Info: 241-8411. Thursday and Saturday only.
Dennis & Michelle, every Saturday, Le Rouge, 317 Main St. Info: 257-1777.
Saturday Night Powerhouse Party, Cactus Canyon, 3210 I-70 Business Loop. Cover: $4/ladies, $5/men. Info: 434-0320.
Top 40 Dance night with a DJ, Whiskey River, 490 28 1/4 Rd.
SUPPORT GROUPS
Al-Anon, 9 a.m., The Meeting Hall, 1938 N. 1st St. Info: 242-1075.
Overeaters Anonymous, 9 a.m., every Sat., New Life Church, 1350 N. 7th St. Info: 263-4496 or www.oa.org.
Narcotics Anonymous, 8 p.m., The Meeting Hall, 1938 N. 1st St. Info: 201-1133.
SUNDAY AUG. 1
COMMUNITY EVENTS
Sunday Supper Series featuring music by Tia McGraff, 6 p.m., Vistas & Vineyards, 3587 G Road, Palisade. $15 donation. Info: 464-7478. Bring picnic, beverages.
Territorial Daughters 30th Anniversary at Cross Orchards Historic Site, 1-4 p.m., Cross Orchards Historic Site, 3073 F Road. Free event. Info: 261-8137.
Free Sunday admission to the W. Colo. Botanical Gardens & Butterfly House, 641 Struthers. Every 1st Sunday of the month.
Story Hour! 9:30 a.m. at Highline Lake State Park, Loma. Come listen to stories about nature and your favorite animals! Meet in the campground between sites 9 & 12. Info: 858-7208.
Avalon movie: “The Secret in their Eyes,” 2:30 & 5:15 p.m., 645 Main St. Cost: $7.
Community Drum Circle, every Sun. through Dec. 19, 4-6 p.m., GJ Flea Market & Swap Meet, 515 S. 7th St. Info: 314-0440.
Palisade Farmers Market opens 10 a.m.-2 p.m., downtown Palisade. Fresh produce, food vendors and more. Info: palisadecoc.com.
CLASSES/WORKSHOPS
Free dance to move, groove and flow, every Sunday in August, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Yoga West Collective, 1025 Main St. All are welcome. No experience needed. Info: Nicole, (808) 344-3738.
CLUBS/ORGANIZATIONS
Happy Feet Round Dance Club, 5-8:30 p.m. Masonic Lodge, 2400 Consistory Court. Info: 243-5858.
NIGHTLIFE/LIVE MUSIC
Steve Williams, jazz guitar, every Sunday through summer, 9:30 a.m.-noon, Palisade Cafe & Grill, 113 W. 3rd St. Info: 464-0657.
HIP (Hospitality Industry Personnel) Sunday Nights, Cactus Canyon, 3210 I-70 Business Loop. Cover: $3/men or $1 if with hospitality industry. Info: 434-0320.
Warren Jones, every Sunday except last Sunday of month, 5:30-8:30 p.m., Il Bistro Italiano, 400 Main St., Info: 243-8622.
Karaoke, 10 p.m. every Sun. & Thurs. Weavers, 103 N. First St. Info: 241-4010.
Jam Session, every Sun., 3-9 p.m., 619 25 Road. Mixer, amp and keyboard provided. Bring your talent, plug in and jam. RSVP: 778-3058.
SENIORS
Ice cream social, Mesa View Retirement, 601 Horizon Pl., 3 p.m., free to seniors. RSVP: 241-0772.
Senior Dance with Live Music, 1st/3rd Sun., 1 p.m., Senior Rec Center, 550 Ouray Ave., cost: $2. Have a fun-filled evening with live music and dancing. Enjoy yourself on the dance floor, or if you're not a dancer, meet with friends and listen to all the old tunes!
SUPPORT GROUPS
Al-Anon, 9:45 a.m., North Club, 801 20th Ave. Info: 242-1075.
Narcotics Anonymous, 8 p.m., The Meeting Hall, 1938 N. 1st St. Info: 201-1133.
MONDAY AUG. 2
COMMUNITY EVENTS
Free entrance to all 42 Colorado State Parks in celebration of Colorado Day, the anniversary of our statehood. Locally, head to Fruita State Park, Island Acres or Highline for some free fun.
Avalon movie: “The Secret in their Eyes,” 5:15 and 7:45 p.m., 645 Main St. Cost: $7.
Have A Ball bowling league, 6:30 p.m. every Mon., Orchard Mesa Lanes, 295 27 Rd. 9-pin no tap. Ages 12+. Info: 314-4897.
CLASSES/WORKSHOPS
Blissful Living Meditation, every Mon. & Fri. through Dec. 31, 8-9 a.m., Yoga West, 1025 Main St. Info: Shelly, 261-6009.
CLUBS/ORGANIZATIONS
Back Country Horsemen, 1st Monday, 7 p.m., Mesa Mall Community Room. Everyone welcome young & old. Info: 250-5509.
Knit by Lit, knitting group, 1st Monday, 5:30-8 p.m. Central library, 530 Grand Ave. Bring needlework project, novice & experienced welcome. Info: 243-4442.
NAWIC monthly meeting, 6:30 p.m., Grand Vista Hotel, 2790 Crossroads Blvd. Info: 245-5000.
Happy Feet Round Dance Club, 7:30-10:30 p.m. Masonic Lodge, 2400 Consistory Court. Info: 243-5858.
NIGHTLIFE/LIVE MUSIC
Happy Hour at Le Rouge, M-Thurs., 4:30-6:30 p.m., 317 Main St., Best Martini - $6, Specialty wine - $5. Enjoy the best ambiance and friendly staff. Info: 257-1777.
SPORTS/FITNESS
Fuzion Yoga, every Mon./Wed., 5:15 p.m., Primary Care Partners bldg. $5. All welcome. Info: Suzi, 623-3913.
Training Run, 6:30 p.m. Every Mon. Single Tracks, Fruita. Meeting place may change weekly. Casual, all abilities welcome. Info: 858-3917.
Yoga with Danielle, 6-7 p.m. Healing Horizons, 2139 N. 12th St. Every Mon.. Info: 970-314-7364.
Yoga Hour, every Mon., 5:45-7 p.m., St. Mary's Advanced Medicine Pavilion, gentle classes designed for cancer patients and supporters. Bring your own mat.
NIA - finding health through movement, every Mon., 4:30-5:30 p.m., Academy of Yoga, 102 S. 5th St. Info: Vicki, 618-6990.
Pure Fun Dance Fusion Classes, every Mon., 9-10 a.m. Lincoln Park Barn. Well-being and vitality through movement. Info: 712-3756.
SUPPORT GROUPS
Al-Anon meeting, 7-8 p.m., every Mon. Crossroads UMC, 599 30 Road. Senior Daybreak room. Info: 242-1075, www. al-anon-co.org.
Overeaters Anonymous, 7-8 p.m., every Mon. New Life Church, 1350 N. Seventh St. Info: 263-4496 or www.oa.org.
Anorexia/Bulimia, every Mon., 5 p.m. The Alpha Center, 1170 Colorado Ave. Info: 241-2948.
Narcotics Anonymous, 8 p.m., The Meeting Hall, 1938 N. First St. Info: 201-1133.
Grief Support Journey, every Mon., 6:30-8:30 p.m., Fellowship Church, 765 24 Road. Christ based grief support group. Info: 434-9473.
TUESDAY AUG. 3
COMMUNITY EVENTS
Avalon movie: “The Secret in their Eyes,” 4:30 p.m., 645 Main St. Cost: $7.
Dinner & A Movie: “Who Framed Roger Rabbit,” 7:15 p.m., Avalon Theatre, 645 Main St. Two free tickets with downtown dinner receipt, day and date only. $5 w/out.
“Fun League” looking for bowlers for mixed league, Orchard Mesa Lanes, 24-weeks, Tues. nights starting Sept. 7. Info: 208-3188.
CLASSES/WORKSHOPS
“Natural Solutions to Sleep Problems” free workshop, 6:30-7:30 p.m., GoodWill Store Community Room, 630 24 1/2 Rd. Discover three natural solutions to sleep problems: vitamins, exercise and physical treatment. Call 201-8790 to reserve your seat. Presented by Dr. Wes Sheader, D.C.
Levis and Lace square beginner class/brush-up, 7:30-9 p.m., Masonic Lodge, 2400 Consistory Ct. Info: 243-5858.
Prayer Circle, 9:30-10:15 a.m. every Tues., St. Mary's Pavilion, 750 Wellington Ave. Ent. 25. A self-help technique. Daily use brings amazing results. Info: 244-2254.
CLUBS/ORGANIZATIONS
Dynamic networking/leads group, 7:30 a.m. 1st/3rd Tues., Main St. Bagels (back room), Info: Brad, 242-5000.
Stratford Cafe Writers Group, Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 2451 Patterson Rd., 1st Tues., 7 p.m., 243-5113.
Western Equality meeting, 1st Tues., 6 p.m., followed by board meeting. Margery Bldg., 523 1/2 Main St., 2nd floor. Info: 242-8949.
GJ Sayre Toastmasters club, 6:45 a.m. every Tues., St. Mary's Life Center, Grand Mesa conf. room, 1100 Patterson Rd. Improve public speaking skills. Info: 242-5611, 245-5938.
Sweet Adelines Chorus rehearsal, every Tues., 6:30-9 p.m. Redlands Methodist, 527 Village Way. Interested women welcome. Membership Info: 255-9419, grandmesachorus.org.
KIDS/TEENS
$10 Tuesdays at Bananas Fun Park, 2469 Riverside Pkwy. Unlimited mini golf, bumper boats, laser tag, indoor playland. Info: 241-7529.
Free movies Tues. & Wed. at Regal Cinema, 648 Market St — 10 a.m. Info: 248-3613; Aug. 3-4 “All Dogs Go To Heaven 2” (G) & “Surf's Up” (PG)
Preschool Storytime, 10 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. Every Tues., Central Library, 530 Grand Ave. Palisade Library, 711 Iowa St. (10 a.m. only).
Storytime with Judy L., 10:30 a.m. Every Tues. & Wed., Barnes & Noble, 2451 Patterson Road. Info. 243-5113.
NIGHTLIFE/LIVE MUSIC
Free Pool Tuesday Night, Palisade Livery Saloon, 215 Main St. in Palisade, 4:30-12:30 a.m. Info: 200-9018.
Tuesday “Flip Night,” 10 p.m.-1 a.m., Weavers' Tavern, 103 N. First. Info: 241-4010. 21+. Order any drink you want and we'll flip a coin for it. If you win, drink is on the house!
Happy Hour at Le Rouge, M-Thurs., 4:30-6:30 p.m., 317 Main St. Drink specials, ambience and friendly staff. Info: 257-1777.
“Geeks Who Drink” authentic pub quiz, 7 p.m. every Tues., followed by karoake 9 p.m. to close, Rockslide Brewery, 401 Main St. Info: 245-2111.
Blacklight Party with DJ Jumpin' John, 8 p.m., Whiskey River, 490 28 1/4 Road. Drink specials. Cover $8. Info: 241-5179.
SPORTS/FITNESS
YoGolf (yoga for golfers), every Tues/Thurs. 7:30 a.m., 1854 J 2/10 Road. Cost $5. Call ahead to confirm: Suzi, 623-3913. Thru Sept. 30.
Intro to Tai Chi, 6:30-7:30 p.m., every Tues. thru Dec. 28, Fairmount Hall, 2511 12th St. Info: Don, 248-9534.
Beginner Yoga, 9 a.m. M-Fri., Academy of Yoga, 102 S. 5th St. Info: 201-4062.
Yoga with Danielle, 8:45 -9:45 a.m. every Tues., Fairmount Hall, 2511 N. 12th St. All levels. Info: 314-7364.
Pure Fun Dance Fusion classes, every Tues., 8-9 a.m. and 5:30-6:30 p.m. Lincoln Park Barn. Well-being and vitality through movement. Info: 970-712-3756.
NIA - finding health through movement, every Tues., 9-10 a.m., Yoga West, 1025 Main St. Info: Vicki, 618-6990.
SUPPORT GROUPS
Relationships Anonymous meeting, women only, when you keep wishing and hoping that he will change. Every Tues., 5 p.m., The Meeting Hall, 1st and Orchard. Info: Diane, 270-0258.
Al-Anon, 11-12:30 p.m., every Tues., First Presbyterian Church, 2940 27 1/2 Road. Info: 242-1075, al-anon-co.org.
Overeaters Anonymous, every Tues., noon, New Life Church, 1350 N. 7th St. Info: 242-3310.
Narcotics Anonymous, 8 p.m., every Tues., The Meeting Hall, 1938 N. 1st St. Info: 201-1133.
WEDNESDAY AUG. 4
COMMUNITY EVENTS
W. Slope Honor Flight Fundraiser: Eat out at Boston's The Gourmet Pizza, 2404 F Road, all day. 15% of meal receipt proceeds go to the Honor Flight. Flight dates are Oct. 5&6.
Avalon movie: “The Secret in their Eyes,” 5:15 and 7:45 p.m., 645 Main St. Cost: $7.
Dreamtime Creative Circle, every Wed., 10-noon, Coffee Studio, 2913 F Rd. Actors, writers, musicians meet weekly to discuss creative projects and collaborations. Info: Julia, 462-7784.
CLASSES/WORKSHOPS
Holistic Emotional Balance for Women, free lecture, 5:30 p.m., Turn The Page Used Bookstore, 119 E. Aspen, Fruita. Info: 858-6635.
PTSD workshop, 5:30-7 p.m., GJ VAMC, 2121 North Ave. bldg. 6, large conference room. This is for veterans' significant others, parents, adult siblings, close friends, and adolescents older than 16. Info: Sarah (242-0731, ext. 2227).
Guided Meditation, every Wed., 12:15-1 p.m., Reflection Room, St. Mary's Advanced Medicine Pavilion, Ent. 25. Info: 244-2254. Open to patients, families and staff.
KIDS/TEENS
Theatre for Teens, 6-week camp, every Wed. thru Aug. 11, 3-4 p.m., Yoga West Collective, 1025 Main St. $50 or $10/class. Info: Sarah, 618-3850. Improvisational theatre class for teenagers designed for creative learning, playful socializing, quick thinking, and silly antics.
Free Wed. at Lincoln Park Pool, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. & 3 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Must be under 18. Adults: $4.75.
W.W.W. - Wacky, Wonderful, Wednesdays (ages 7-11). Tweens are welcome to drop in to enjoy activities, 2-4 p.m., Central Library, 530 Grand Ave. Info: 243-4442.
Storytime, 2-4 p.m. every Wed., Central Library, 530 Grand Ave., for tweens ages 7-11. Info: 243-4442.
Storytime, Turn the Page Used Bookstore, 10:30 a.m., 119 E. Aspen Ave., Fruita. Storytime for kids of all ages, every Wed. & Sat. Info: 261-5778.
Storytime with Judy L., 10:30 a.m., every Tues./Wed., Barnes & Noble, 2451 Patterson Road. Info: 243-5113.
NIGHTLIFE/LIVE MUSIC
Karaoke, every Mon. & Wed., 8 p.m., Quincy Bar, 609 Main St. Happy hour from 10 p.m. to midnight. Info: 242-9633.
Acoustic jam, every Wed., DJ's Roadhouse, 3112 Hwy 6&50, 8-11 p.m. No cover.
XXXXMario Asti (tenor sax) joins Project Groove for some instrumental funk jazz, 10 p.m., Tenacious rothers Pub,118 S. 7th St. Info: 424-5354 or 778-0499. No cover.
XXXXThe Widowmakers, DoubleTree Hotel lounge, 743 Horizon Dr., 7-11 p.m. Info: 241-8888. No cover. 21+
Happy Hour at Le Rouge, Mon.-Thurs., 4:30-6:30 p.m., 317 Main St. Drink specials, ambience and friendly staff. Info: 257-1777.
Jeff Pine performs every Wed., 6:30 p.m., Ale House, 2531 N. 12th St. Info: 242-7ALE.
College Night, line dance lessons at 8 p.m., Whiskey River, 490 28 1/4 Road. Cover $8 or $3 with student ID. Info: 241-5179. 18+ to enter.
SPORTS/FITNESS
Chakra Dance Series, 4:30-5:30 p.m., 7-week series thru Aug. 18 every Wed., Yoga West Collective, 1025 Main St. Info: Sarah, 618-3850.
Red Rock Riders mountain bike group (all ages/skill levels) meets weekly to ride different trails throughout Grand Valley. Ride Wed. evenings and Sat. a.m. with occasional out of the valley rides on Saturdays, through Aug. 2010. For a list of rides for 2010 e-mail redrockriders@gmail.com.
SUPPORT GROUPS
Al-Anon, 4:30 p.m., Seventh-Day Adventist Church, corner of 7th & Mesa. Info: 242-1075.
MS Support Group, last Wed. of the month, 1-2:30 p.m., NMSS office, 2232 N. 7th St., Suite 14. Info: 241-8975.
Narcotics Anonymous, 8 p.m., every Wed. & Thurs., First Congregational Church, 1425 N. 5th St. Info: 201-1133.
THURSDAY AUG. 5
COMMUNITY EVENTS
Avalon movie: “The Secret in their Eyes,” 5:15 and 7:45 p.m., 645 Main St. Cost: $7.
Auditions to be in the GJ Comedy Festival (Aug. 18), Country Inns Hotel, 718 Horizon Dr. Bring your funny act and prepare to perform stand-up for 5 minutes. Check out the rules and more at worktogethernow.com.
Downtown Farmers Market, 5-8:30 p.m., Main Street GJ. Produce, live music, vendors, food concessions, and more. Every Thurs. through Sept. 16.
BUSINESS EVENTS
BNI, Monument Chapter, meets 7-8:30 a.m. each Thurs., Church of Christ, 2893 Patterson Road. Info: 858-2411.
Early Birds Leads Group, every Thurs., 7:30 a.m. Talley's restaurant, 623 Main St. Info: 434-4875.
Toastmasters meeting: Become the speaker and leader you want to be, every Thurs., noon, Business Incubator Center, 2391 B 3/4 Road. Info: 243-5242.
Business Buddies networking group, 7:30 a.m., Vectra Bank, upstairs, 2394 F Road. Accepting members. Info: Kat, 248-9761.
Business Builders GJ Network Referral Group, 7:30 a.m., St. Mary's Pavilion, Java City. Info: Greg, 201-3567.
Business Networking Int'l, Synacrity chapter, 7 a.m., The Egg and I, Patterson & 1st St., visitors welcome. Info: 216-0559.
Grand Valley Networking Group, noon, 220 S. 13th St. Guests welcome. Info: Ruth, 523-0303.
CLASSES/WORKSHOPS
Learn to belly dance, 7 p.m., every Thurs. through Aug. 5, Fruita Civic Center, 325 D. Aspen in Fruita. Register: 234-1649. Taught by Ancient Memories Belly Dance.
CLUBS/ORGANIZATIONS
Cribbage Club, 6-9 p.m., every Thurs., Barnes & Noble, 2451 Patterson Rd. Info: 242-3319. Weekly ACC-sanctioned cribbage games. All ages welcome.
Men of Valor group, every Thurs., 7 p.m., Four Winds Coffee and Tea, Christ Center, 12th & Bookcliff Ave.
Cribbage Club, 6-9 p.m., every Thurs., Borders, 2464 U.S. Highway 6&50. Info: 242-3319.
GJ Kiwanis Club, noon, Two Rivers Convention Center. Info: 245-5897.
KIDS/TEENS
Infant & Toddler storytime, 10 a.m., Central Library, 530 Grand Ave.
Storytime, 10 a.m. every Thurs., Clifton Library, 590 32 Road; Fruita Library, 325 Aspen Ave.; Central Library, 530 Grand Ave.
NIGHTLIFE/LIVE MUSIC
XXXXFishtank Ensemble (jazz & gypsy) from LA will perform 8 p.m., KAFM Radio Room, 1310 Ute Ave. Tickets $15. Info: 241-8801 ext. 223, www.kafmradio.org.
XXXP.J. Party with a DJ, 8 p.m., Rocky Mountain Pub, 539 Colorado Ave. Info: 245-0995.
Live music - Thursday Night Fruita Concert Series, 7 p.m., Fruita Civic Center pavilion. Different bands every Thurs. through Aug. 12. Info: 858-0360.
Open Mic Night, The Rockslide Brewpub. hosted by James Williams of The Williams Brothers Band, 401 Main St. Sign-up at 9, jam at 10 p.m. No cover. 21+.
XXXTantric, Mesa Theater & Club, 538 Main St. Tix: $15. All ages. Doors 8 p.m.
Happy Hour at Le Rouge, M-Thurs., 4:30-6:30 p.m., 317 Main St. Drink specials, ambiance and friendly staff. Info: 257-1777.
Karaoke, Bailey's Lounge, 9 p.m., Grand Vista Hotel, 2790 Crossroads Blvd. Info: 241-8411.
Karaoke, 10 p.m. every Sunday and Thurs., Weavers, 103 N. First St. Info: 241-4010.
Leather or Lace, every Thurs., Cactus Canyon, 3210 I-70 Business Loop, 7 p.m. to 2 a.m. Cover: $5. Info: 434-0320. Ladies, show off your favorite leather or lace for weekly cash prizes.
Ladies Night, couples dance lessons at 7 p.m., live music at 8. Whiskey River, 490 28 1/4 Road. Cover $5, ladies free. Info: 241-5179.
SENIORS
Yoga for Seniors with Danielle 9-10 a.m., Yoga West Collective, 1025 Main St. Every Thursday. Info: Danielle, 970-314-7364.
SPORTS/FITNESS
Dance Jam, calling all movers, 7:30 p.m., every Thurs., Yoga West Collective, 1025 Main St. Info: 255-9642, yogawest.org.
Mesa Monument Striders group run, 6 p.m., every Thurs. All shapes/speeds welcome. E-mail: nachtambule@aol.com or call Tom, 434-9753.
Wellness Walkers, every Thurs., 7:45 a.m. Call 244-6080 for locations.
Beginner Yoga, 9 a.m. M-Fri., Academy of Yoga, 102 S. Fifth St. Info: 201-4062.
Jazzercise, 5:30 p.m., every Tues. & Thurs., Lincoln Park Barn. Info: 712-3756.
Pure Fun Dance Fusion classes, 5:30 -6:30 p.m., Lincoln Park Barn, well-being and vitality through movement. Info: 970-712-3756.
SUPPORT GROUPS
Mending Hearts adult grief support group, 2-3:30 p.m., every Thurs., Miller Homestead, 3090 N. 12th St. Sponsored by Hospice & Palliative Care of W. Colo. Info: 254-0891.
Postpartum/newborn group for parents of babies up to 3 months old. Topics: typical postpartum issues, coping and soothing techniques, infant massage, sleep patterns, etc., every Thurs., 10-11:30 a.m., The Parenting Place (basement level of the US Bank Blg on Grand). Info: Doula and Childbirth educator Kim Bates at 254-8240 or KimB@acsol.net.
Al-Anon, 10:15 a.m., every Thurs., The Meeting Hall, 1938 N. First St. Info: 242-1075.
Overeaters Anonymous, noon-1 p.m. or 7-8 p.m., every Thurs., New Life Church, 1350 N. 7th St. Info: 263-4496 or www.oa.org.
Narcotics Anonymous, 8 p.m., every Thurs., First Congregational Church, 1425 N. Fifth St. Info: 201-1133.
Healing Hands Hour, noon, every Thurs., St. Mary's Adv. Med. Pavilion, Reflection Room, 750 Wellington Ave., Ent. 25. Therapeutic touch, Reiki to cancer patients/survivors/caregivers. Info: 244-2254.
TOPS group, 5-6 p.m., every Thurs., Turkish World Outreach, 508 Fruitvale Ct. $3 monthly dues, $24 annually. 434-7860.
