Community Calendar

MUSIC

9:00am-1:00pm, Main and E 3rd St, Palisade, CO

Enjoy local live music at the Grand Valley's finest Farmers Market.

CLASSES/LECTURES

Hydrology and Home Conservation

4:30pm-6:30pm, Confluence Center of Colorado, 2596 Dos Rios Dr. Grand Junction, CO 81501

How do we navigate a changing climate in an already arid landscape? Join us for an evening that bridges big-picture river science with actionable more...0 steps you can take in your own backyard. First, Gigi Richard, a hydrologist and Principal at Confluence Solutions, will set the stage by breaking down the current hydrology of the Colorado River, giving us a clear look at the vital lifeblood of our region. Then, Deb Kennard, CMU Professor of Environmental Science & Technology, will bring the conversation home by providing water-wise landscaping techniques to help homeowners reduce outdoor water use. Whether you want to better understand the future of Western water or looking for easy ways to reduce your own footprint, this presentation offers the knowledge and tools our community needs to collectively shape a sustainable future. Come early at 5:00 PM to celebrate the official ribbon cutting of our brand-new Colorado River Flow Exhibit, generously made possible by the Colorado Water Conservation Board and Ute Water!

RADIO ROOM

7:00pm-10:00pm, 1310 Ute Ave

Joel Alden White is a singer/songwriter and actor from West Texas. Winner of the AWA song of the Year 2023 for Once I was A Cowboy, recipient of the more...0 Spur Award 2026 for Roads & Barbwire, recepient of 2 Will Rogers Medallions for 2026, and eight-time nominee in the IWMA and AWA. Joel has cowboyed and managed ranches in West Texas, been a Yard Manager for a West Texas Commercial Feedyard and a cattle buyer. Currently Joel is “technically” retired spending time with his wife, Kelly, in their home in Timbercreek Canyon just outside of Amarillo, making music, traveling, and performing. White’s first 2 albums found success on the Roots Americana Country Charts with singles charting as high as a #1. His most recent 2 projects "Once I Was A Cowboy" and "Roads and Barbwire" have been widely acclaimed in the Western Music world. Joel has been a favorite of several Cowboy Music & Poetry gatherings and continues to tour and entertain fans of Cowboy Music. Joel has also done a little acting as of late. He has a recurring background role as a Staten Ranch Hand in the second season of Netflix's Ransom Canyon and the new Yellowstone series Dutton Ranch currently being taped. Doors open at 6:30 show starts at 7

LITERARY

MUSIC

Earn festival passes by joining the volunteer team

2:00pm-9:00pm, 500 E Colorado Ave.

Telluride Jazz Festival 2026 artist lineup: The Disco Biscuits: Powered Down, Lettuce: Celebrating the 100th Birthday of Miles Davis, Don Was & more...0 The Pan Detroit Ensemble honoring 50 years of The Grateful Dead’s Blues for Allah, Grammy Award-winning Robert Randolph, and more.

MUSIC

Free at the GMAEC Summer Concert Series

6:00pm-8:00pm, 195 W. Main St., Cedaredge

Free, outdoor concert. Bring your lawn chairs.

RADIO ROOM

7:00pm-10:00pm, 1310 Ute Ave

Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating the life, music, and lasting legacy of John Anglim, featuring performances by the two bands he loved more...0 to play with—Sparkplug and Flat Top Reed. John was a cherished member of the KAFM family, an original member of the station's Board of Directors, a longtime host of The Kitchen Sink and State of the Arts, and a passionate advocate for community radio, local music, and the arts. Whether he was behind a microphone, playing his harmonica on stage, or championing local artists, John's enthusiasm and generosity left an enduring mark on our community. This special benefit concert brings together friends, fellow musicians, and listeners to celebrate John's extraordinary life through the music he loved most. Sparkplug and Flat Top Reed will take the stage in tribute to their friend and bandmate, sharing an evening filled with great music, fond memories, laughter, and heartfelt remembrance. All proceeds from the event will benefit KAFM Community Radio, helping carry forward John's vision of a community connected through local voices, music, and the arts. Come celebrate a life well lived, remember a dear friend, and help ensure that John's legacy continues to inspire future generations through the station he helped build. Doors open at 6:30 show starts at 7pm

CLASSES/LECTURES

9:00am-6:00pm, bangkok

Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science & Machine Learning” which is going to be held on August 8-9, 2026 in Hybrid Format i.e., In more...0 Person & Online. The Theme of the Conference is “Exploring Recent Advances in the Field of Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science & Machine Learning in the New Era

RADIO ROOM

7:00pm-10:00pm, 1310 Ute Ave

Susan Gibson is an award-winning songwriter who knows both the blessing of a song that travels farther than anyone could imagine and the weight of more...0 “the hard stuff” life hands out along the way. Nearly three decades after writing “Wide Open Spaces,” which became one of the biggest country songs of all time, Gibson has continued building a life on the road — traveling with dogs, songs, and a clear-eyed commitment to telling the truth. Her work carries the perspective of someone who has known grief, sobriety, family loss, van trouble, heartbreak, and healing, but still finds a way to leave listeners feeling wiser, lighter, and uplifted. On The Hard Stuff, Gibson writes about the things that hurt without getting lost in the darkness. Her songs are rooted in specificity, honesty, humor, and resilience — the kind of writing that turns raw grief into stories, scars, and connection. Whether performing in intimate listening rooms, teaching songwriting workshops, or aiming a lyric directly at the few people in the room who are truly listening, Gibson approaches music with intention and heart. Her gift is not just in writing songs that endure, but in making personal stories feel deeply shared. Show starts at 7, doors open at 6:30

RADIO ROOM

6:00pm-8:00pm, 1310 Ute Ave

Wine & Jazz Nights in the Radio Room Featuring Mixed Bag Jazz Step into the warm glow of the Radio Room and settle in for an evening of more...0 smooth pours and even smoother grooves. Mixed Bag Jazz returns for a sophisticated night of classic standards, cool swing, Latin rhythms, and soulful improvisation — all in the intimate setting of KAFM’s premier listening room. Sip thoughtfully selected wines, relax with friends, and let the music carry you from mellow ballads to toe-tapping favorites. Whether you're a lifelong jazz lover or simply looking for the perfect midweek escape, Wine & Jazz Night delivers atmosphere, artistry, and community in one unforgettable evening. ? Intimate setting? Exceptional live musicianship? Hand-selected wines? Up-close listening experience Join us for a night where every note pairs perfectly with the pour. Doors open at 5:30 Show starts at 6pm Limited seating. Advance tickets recommended.

CLASSES/LECTURES

and the Timeless Role of Collaboration

5:00pm-6:30pm, CMU’s Center for Teaching and Learning at the Tomlinson Library (east side of building #60 on map)

Zebulon Miracle, a local historian, will walk us through the history of water development in the Grand Valley and how our way of life at the more...0 confluence of the Colorado and Gunnison rivers came to be. Through hard work, innovation, and the power of collaboration, this arid landscape was transformed into a bustling and agriculturally productive community. Looking ahead, Zebulon will explore how collaborative efforts in the past can help shape our efforts now and into the future with living in a time of water scarcity.