Community Calendar

GENERAL

11:00am-1:30pm, Virtual

We Give Summit ignites and unites all of us in the powerful movement of collective giving. Open to giving circle members, community leaders, more...0 philanthropy experts and social impact newcomers, we'll celebrate innovation and growth in collective giving as we navigate a changing landscape and reimagine our futures. Join us May 11-14, 2022 to be on the cutting edge of social impact. This virtual event will feature live and on-demand sessions centered on this year's theme: Forward Together. Here's a quick event overview: - 20+ sessions happening May 11-14 including fireside chats, panel discussions, and networking - 50+ incredible speakers who are making an impact in their communities through collective action including Vu Le of NonprofitAF.com, Cheryl Dorsey of Echoing Green, and Angela Glover Blackwell of PolicyLink - Hundreds of giving circle members and supporters from around the world connecting with one another - All sessions are FREE (Suggested donation: $100) Session topics will cover everything from building cross-racial solidarity to tips for having open conversations about giving. Donate $50 or more when registering and you’ll receive a swag box in the mail (while supplies last!) Register now at WeGiveSummit.org

MUSIC

7:30pm-12:00am, Moss Performing Arts Center Robinson Theatre

$12 Adults, $10 Seniors, $5 Youth

MUSIC

Moss Performing Arts Center Love Recital Hall

$12 Adults, $10 Seniors, $5 Youth

FUNDRAISERS/BENEFITS

SPORTS

Sponsored by Chevron & FCI

8:00am-3:00pm, 876 18 1/2 Rd, Fruita, CO 81521-9401

Golf Tournament at Adobe Creek Natl Golf Course in Fruita, CO to benefit the Hi Fives Robotics Team (FIRST Team 4944). The Hi Fives include students more...0 from all 5 area high schools. They design and build a robotic and then compete on the regional and world levels. The Hi Fives won the Colorado Regional Competition and went on to compete at the World Championship in Houston in April. It costs approx. $25,000. to build the robot and compete each season. Come have a great day playing golf, win some prizes and support a wonderful team and program. Call 970.858.3937 to register!

8:00am-5:00pm, 462 Ute Ave, Grand Junction, CO 81501

Join local archaeologist, Holly “Sonny” Shelton on a guided hike of the historic Old Spanish National Historic Trail. Journey along the more...0 same route that has been in use since the 1820’s and experience views of the Grand Valley and Uncompahgre Plateau. Meet a historic reenactor for a demonstration of how to pack a horse for a journey and experience prehistoric trail artifacts on display. Transportation and a picnic lunch are included.

FOOD/BEVERAGES

FUNDRAISERS/BENEFITS

10:00am-5:00pm, Riverfront at Las Colonias

Join us for the 1st Annual Grand Valley River Fest on May 14th from 11 am - 5 pm – hosted by Grand Junction Adventures and River Rescue more...0 Dynamics with support from and proceeds to benefit RiversEdge West and Save-a-Life Jacket Program. The goal of the festival is to educate and engage the community on all aspects related to our local waterways: Stewardship & Environmental Ethics, Boater Safety & Recreation. Highlights include: Community Gear Swap - 10 am - 5pm: 5% of each item sold will be donated to Save-a-Life Jacket Program. Rubber Ducky Race – 11:30 am: RiversEdge West will be hosting a rubber ducky race; the winner will go home with a brand new Hala paddleboard! You can buy tickets in advance or at the event (coming soon). Ticket sales will close on the day of the event at 11:00 am. Event proceeds go towards several of the programs at RiversEdge West. Slackline Contest - 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm: Test your slackline skills in a slackline contest across the Butterfly Pond. There will be three different slackline events. It is free to participate and there will be cash and gear prizes for winners. Paddle Fit Contest – 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm: This event will test your endurance. Participants will see how many laps they can achieve in a 30 min paddle span. It is free to participate and there will be cash and gear prizes for top three winners. Beer Garden – 10:00 am – 5:00 pm: Save-A-Life will be hosting a beer tent at the event. All proceeds will go towards this non-profit organization. Beer sponsors include Ramblebine Brewing Company and Monumental Beer Works. Gear Demos – 10:00 am – 5:00 pm: Grand Junction Adventures will be providing discounted demo gear rates throughout the event. Workshops & Activities for Kids & Adults – 10:00 am – 5:00 pm: Several booths at the event will be conducting mini-workshops for kids and adults. Free Admission. The Grand Valley River Fest is hosted by Grand Junction Adventures and River Rescue Dynamics with proceeds benefiting RiversEdge West and Save-a-Life Jacket Program.

MUSIC

2:00pm-9:00pm, Posting public events

An event to celebrate the human-canine bond with live music, food and drink, and, of course, dogs! Saturday, May 14, 2021, 2:00pm - 9:00pm at the more...0 Amphitheater at Las Colonias Park. Featuring Eve 6, Leon & The Revival and The Static Channel! All proceeds benefit Roice-Hurst Humane Society! Under 12 and well-behaved, leashed dogs - FREE

MUSIC

SPORTS

Eve 6

3:00pm-5:00pm, Posting public events

6th Annual Wüffstock Music Festival! An event to celebrate the human-canine bond with live music, food and drink, and, of course, dogs! more...0 Featuring Eve 6, Leon & The Revival and The Static Channel! All proceeds benefit Roice-Hurst Humane Society! Tickets in advance: 18 yrs. and over $35 / 13-17 yrs. $15 Tickets at the gate: 18 yrs. and over $45 / 13-17 yrs. $20 Children 12 and Under are FREE, Leashed and well behaved dogs are also FREE of charge

RADIO ROOM

In The Radio Room

7:00pm-9:45pm, 1310 Ute Ave. Grand Junction, CO

The Queen Bees Band is an all-female, Classic Rock and Blues band made up of seasoned female musicians from the Cleveland area. Some still play in more...0 other successful bands in the Cleveland area including The Swamp Boogie Band & The Blackjack Gypsies. From Americana, Country, Folk, and Bluegrass, this Tickets $20 dollars - $25 at the door.

THEATRE

VISUAL ARTS

7:30pm, Charlie Dwellington's 103 N 1st St Grand Junction Co, 81501

May 14th at 7:30 and 10:00 PM All those terrible songs from the radio that we can't get enough of - the best party of the year returns!