Lecture: Tales of a Indain rader
Mark Winter Reminiscing on Thirty Years of Trading
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December 2, 6:00 pm-7:15pm |
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The Art Center of Western Colorado |
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 The Art Center of Western Colorado Lectures presents: TALES FROM AN INDIAN TRADER: Mark Winter Reminiscing on Thirty Years of Trading on the Navajo Reservation 6:00 pm, December 2, 2023 Grand Junction, CO – The Art Center of Western Colorado (TAC) is honored to host a lecture by Mark Winter, Trader from the Toadena Trading Post. Mark Winter operates one of the most historic posts on the Navajo Reservation. Toadena Trading Post has operated on the eastern slope of the Chuska Mountain for over 100 years, the last thirty of which under Mark’s management. The weavers in that region of the Navajo Reservation developed and perfected the famed Two Grey Hill regional weaving pattern. Mark has become one of the leading experts on Dine/Navajo weaving. He has curated numerous exhibitions and published several works on the history of Dine/Navajo weaving, including The Master Weavers: Celebrating One Hundred Years of Navajo Textile Artists. Mark is considered by many as the foremost authority on the people who create these works of art. The presentation is free of charge. Native American Art Vendors Two long-time and respected traders will display Native American art for purchase. Mark Winter will have items for sale from his Toadena Trading Post. In addition, Glenn Leighton of Notah Dineh Trading in Cortez and Old Friend Trading in Grand Junction will be selling Native American art from throughout the four-corners area. Exhibition: Textile Art of Spider Woman: Two Grey Hills and Ganado Red Weavings Mark Winter's presentation is being done in conjunction with the Textile Art of Spider Woman, opening December 1st through January 26th. WHEN: December 2, 2023, 6 pm – 7 pm WHERE: The Art Center of Western Colorado, 1803 N 7th Street
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LECTURE: TALES OF A INDAIN RADER
Mark Winter Reminiscing on Thirty Years of Trading
6:00pm-7:15pm, The Art Center of Western Colorado
The Art Center of Western Colorado Lectures presents: TALES FROM AN INDIAN TRADER: Mark Winter Reminiscing on Thirty Years of Trading on the Navajo
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Reservation 6:00 pm, December 2, 2023 Grand Junction, CO – The Art Center of Western Colorado (TAC) is honored to host a lecture by Mark Winter, Trader from the Toadena Trading Post. Mark Winter operates one of the most historic posts on the Navajo Reservation. Toadena Trading Post has operated on the eastern slope of the Chuska Mountain for over 100 years, the last thirty of which under Mark’s management. The weavers in that region of the Navajo Reservation developed and perfected the famed Two Grey Hill regional weaving pattern. Mark has become one of the leading experts on Dine/Navajo weaving. He has curated numerous exhibitions and published several works on the history of Dine/Navajo weaving, including The Master Weavers: Celebrating One Hundred Years of Navajo Textile Artists. Mark is considered by many as the foremost authority on the people who create these works of art. The presentation is free of charge. Native American Art Vendors Two long-time and respected traders will display Native American art for purchase. Mark Winter will have items for sale from his Toadena Trading Post. In addition, Glenn Leighton of Notah Dineh Trading in Cortez and Old Friend Trading in Grand Junction will be selling Native American art from throughout the four-corners area. Exhibition: Textile Art of Spider Woman: Two Grey Hills and Ganado Red Weavings Mark Winter's presentation is being done in conjunction with the Textile Art of Spider Woman, opening December 1st through January 26th. WHEN: December 2, 2023, 6 pm – 7 pm WHERE: The Art Center of Western Colorado, 1803 N 7th Street
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COLORADO GIVES DAY
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HOLIDAY CHORAL CONCERT
7:30pm-12:00am, Love Recital Hall: 1221 N 12th St, Grand Junction, CO 81501
Enjoy the magic of the holiday season with CMU choirs, performing holiday classics and contemporary arrangements.
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GUEST ARTIST RECITAL: HENRIQUE DE ALMEIDA, PERCUSS
7:30pm-12:00am, Love Recital Hall: 1221 N 12th St, Grand Junction, CO 81501
Henrique de Almeida is a professor at the Berklee College of Music and music director for the Drum Set Coach Academy. He also leads the groups
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Triplicate Jazz Trio and the Jazz Fusion super group, the Truth Project Band.
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5:30pm-8:00pm, Downtown Grand Junction's Main Street
Downtown Grand Junction's sidewalks and shops will be open and ringing with the sound of hundreds of performers roaming Main Street and it's
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shops singing and playing Christmas Carols. Downtown shops will be serving complimentary hot drinks and treats. Of course, Santa will be on hand as well as horse drawn carriage rides! Any & all carolers, bands, musicians and entertainers are welcom to join in!
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SWINGIN' SWEETS
Jazz Band Performance, Dance and Craft Fair
6:00pm-9:00pm, GJHS Commons and Cafeteria, 1400 North 5th Street
GJHS Bands present Swingin' Sweets 2023! This free public event offers live dance music courtesy of GJHS jazz bands, free dance lessons, free
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desserts, and the opportunity to shop for gifts at our craft/gift fair. Concessions will also be available.
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MOVIES ON THE ROCKS: NATIONAL LAMPOONS CHRISTMAS V
6:30pm-9:15pm, Posting public events
Doors open at 6 :30 PM | Costume/Ugly Sweater Contest 7:30 PM | Movie about 7:45 PM Tickets: $20 +fees A Christmas tradition like no other! Chevy
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Chase and company are back in National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation. Take a break from your frenzied holiday preparations to enjoy the chaos of Clark Griswold and family. This modern classic keeps you laughing and fills your holiday with cheer. Celebrate the holidays with your favorite family, the Griswold’s! Dress up as your favorite character or don your ugliest sweater for a chance at a great prize! Your ticket will include any single drink and a small popcorn. Rating: PG-13 (N/A) Genre: Comedy Runtime: 97 minutes This is the third in the "National Lampoon" series about the Griswold family. In this sequel, the Griswold’s must deal with a holiday with their in-laws.
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35TH ANNUAL CHRISTMAS TRAIN SHOW AT CROSS ORCHARD
10:00am-4:00pm, 3037 F Road Grand Junction, Co 51504
Bring the whole family to Cross Orchards for the Grand Valley Model Railroad Club’s 35th annual Christmas Train Show. Explore the rich railroad
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history of the Grand Valley. You can view the model trains both indoors and outdoors, tour our historic trains and ride the ride-on-train. Be sure to stop by our Bridal Suite to enjoy a cup of hot chocolate and Christmas cookies. Indoor Model Trains Admission: Family: $10 Adult: $5 Child: $2. Ride-on-train: Adult: $3 Child: $2.
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KAFM HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE
1:00pm-4:00pm, The Radio Room 1310 Ute Avenue Grand Junction, CO 81501
Join KAFM for Our Annual Holiday Open House!
Featured Festivities:
Art Sale
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Treats!
Take a tour of your local radio station while enjoying all the festivities of the season - Holiday Treats and Drinks, Door Prizes, Art Sale, and Live Music!
KAFM's Holiday Open House is our way of saying, "Thank You!" for all you do for The Voice of Our Community.
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35TH ANNUAL CHRISTMAS TRAIN SHOW AT CROSS ORCHARD
10:00am-4:00pm, 3037 F Road Grand Junction, Co 81504
Bring the whole family to Cross Orchards for the Grand Valley Model Railroad Club’s 35th annual Christmas Train Show. Explore the rich railroad
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history of the Grand Valley. You can view the model trains both indoors and outdoors, tour our historic trains and ride the ride-on-train. Be sure to stop by our Bridal Suite to enjoy a cup of hot chocolate and Christmas cookies. Indoor Model Trains Admission: Family: $10 Adult: $5 Child: $2. Ride-on-train: Adult: $3 Child: $2.
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