Community Calendar

DANCE

THEATRE

VISUAL ARTS

2:00pm-4:00pm, Asteria Theatre, 864 Bunting Ave, Grand Junction, CO 81501

Swanhilda is engaged to Franz, but he has his eye on the mysterious girl sitting on the balcony of Dr. Coppélius’s house. Franz more...0 doesn’t realize that she is a doll whom the toymaker is trying to bring to life, and when Swanhilda and her friends sneak into the Doctor’s workshop, it looks as though he has succeeded. Love triumphs over all in this comedy of mistaken identity, culminating in a joyful celebration of the lovers’ wedding. Coppélia is an enchanting family ballet, perfect for young and old alike. Featuring thirteen professional company artists, three trainees, and other talented local youth who auditioned for supporting roles, this show runs just under two hours, including a 20-minute intermission. After each performance, opportunities to meet the cast and take photos will be available in the auditorium or lobby.

DANCE

THEATRE

VISUAL ARTS

2:00pm-4:00pm, Asteria Theatre, 864 Bunting Ave, Grand Junction, CO 81501

Swanhilda is engaged to Franz, but he has his eye on the mysterious girl sitting on the balcony of Dr. Coppélius’s house. Franz more...0 doesn’t realize that she is a doll whom the toymaker is trying to bring to life, and when Swanhilda and her friends sneak into the Doctor’s workshop, it looks as though he has succeeded. Love triumphs over all in this comedy of mistaken identity, culminating in a joyful celebration of the lovers’ wedding. Coppélia is an enchanting family ballet, perfect for young and old alike. Featuring thirteen professional company artists, three trainees, and other talented local youth who auditioned for supporting roles, this show runs just under two hours, including a 20-minute intermission. After each performance, opportunities to meet the cast and take photos will be available in the auditorium or lobby.

RADIO ROOM

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

Americana/folk singer-songwriter, Andy Sydow is a jack-of-all-trades. An accomplished multi-instrumentalist who's lyrics paint a picture of more...0 poetic realism, the Colorado native tours constantly both solo and with a backing band. Throughout the course of a show he’s known to croon an audience with acoustic guitar ballads, sing a few numbers on his lap steel, and even sit down at the keys to show off his surprising boogie-woogie piano chops. Sydow has toured internationally and received accolades from LA Music Critic and No Depression. On top of that, the last three years have seen the release of over a dozen tracks Sydow produced for other artists, including Lauren Frihauf and Payge Turner (The Voice, Season 19).

CLASSES/LECTURES

GENERAL

PEDIATRICS2025

9:30am-6:30pm, Valencia, Spain

Research Connects takes the pleasure and honor to invite all the participants from all over the world to attend the Global Summit on Pediatrics and more...0 Child Health Care, which will be held in Valencia, Spain from April 07-09, 2025. PEDIATRICS2025 offers specialists in child development and related fields an excellent opportunity to network, share the latest findings, and discuss treatments for various pediatric conditions. It serves as a dynamic global forum where pediatricians and child health professionals come together to discuss key issues, advancements, challenges, and controversies in pediatric healthcare. This summit will feature keynote presentations, oral talks, poster presentations, and exhibitions, providing a platform for researchers to connect, exchange ideas, and forge new collaborations. Join us at PEDIATRICS2025 in Valencia, Spain for a truly unforgettable experience!

SPIRITUAL

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

For more than a decade, Theresa Caputo-known worldwide as the Long Island Medium, and star of the new Lifetime Series Raising Spirits-has touched the more...0 lives of millions of fans, comforting supporters when they need it most. Through personal life stories, candid humor, and intimate details about her gift to communicate with those who have passed on, the beloved television personality and best-selling author delivers healing messages to her audience, reassuring them with the revelation that their deceased loved ones are still with them-just in a different way. Recognized as one of the most renowned mediums for over 20 years, experiencing Theresa Caputo live is the awe-inspiring event you won't want to miss.

RADIO ROOM

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

Stop by Pardner for the BEST local and national cowboy poets and musicians for your listening pleasure. The Western Slope Cowboy Gathering more...0 was initiated in 2015 by Terry Nash, Peggy Malone, and Nona Kelley Carver for the celebration and sharing of modern and classic Cowboy Poetry and Music. We take pride in gathering some of the best local and national cowboy poets and musicians for your listening pleasure right here in beautiful Grand Junction, Colorado.

MUSIC

American Composers

3:00pm-4:30pm, Avalon Theatre, 645 Main Street, Grand Junction, Co 81501

Join the Grand Junction Centennial Band for their Spring Concert, featuring beautiful music from American Composers. A free ticket is required for more...0 admission to this family-friendly concert from the Grand Valley's premier Community Band.

GENERAL

9:00am-3:00pm, Grand Junction Convention Center, 115 Main Street, Grand Junction, CO

Celebrate age at Grand Junction BeaconFest! Colorado’s premier event for boomers and seniors returns to Grand Junction on Thursday, April 17 more...0 with free admission, live music, resources and big giveaways! Grand Junction’s biggest and funnest celebration for seniors, baby boomers and their families is back! BeaconFest, the state’s largest senior expo, takes over the Grand Junction Convention Center on Thursday, April 17, 2025, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Admission is FREE for a full day of entertainment and education for adults age 60 and older. BeaconFest is the best chance to visit directly with more than 100 local businesses and national agencies devoted to helping seniors age well in Western Colorado. Attendees can enjoy live music from some of the area’s most beloved musicians, sample delicious food from local restaurants and gain valuable information from expert-led seminars on a variety of topics. Plus, attendees can enter drawings for prizes every half-hour! At 1 p.m., the Volunteer of the Year ceremony will honor outstanding senior volunteers who make a difference in our community. Starting March 5, BEACON readers can learn about this year’s nominees and vote for their favorites at BeaconSeniorNews.com. For more information about BeaconFest, visit BeaconFest.com or call 970-243-8829.

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.

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.