Note: for a complete list of calendar events from around Garfield County and the Roaring Fork Valley, go to http://www.postindependent.com/entertainment/community-calendar/.

Bradman’s New Music Release Party 

What: Be the first to experience new songs by Bradman (or Brad Manosevitz) in 15 years as he celebrates the debut of his micro album “Martini Ranch Sessions.” A multi-instrumentalist and loop pedal extraordinaire, Bradman played upright bass, guitar, drums and percussion on the album’s three original songs and cover of Kinky Friedman’s “Sold American.” Mike Martin added fiddle and keyboard and Amy Martin sang backing vocals. Dance to the artist’s Classic Rock, Bluegrass and Americana tunes at the new music release party, where Bradman will be joined by Ross Kribbs on fiddle and Dave Notor on mandolin and dobro.

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When: 8-10 p.m. Friday, April 11

Where: Steve’s Guitars, 9 N. 4th St., Carbondale

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How much: $10 at the door

Bright Star musical

What: Set against the backdrop of the American South in the 1920s and ’40s, Bright Star is an uplifting theatrical journey that tells a powerful story of love, loss and the search for redemption. When Alice Murphy, a sharp-witted literary editor, meets a young soldier who recently returned from World War II, his presence awakens echoes of a past she thought she had buried. As she begins to piece together the story of the child she once lost, a journey unfolds — one filled with heartache, hope, and healing. 

When: 7-9:30 p.m. Friday, April 11; Saturday, April 12; Friday, April 18; and Saturday, April 19. Matinee shows are scheduled for 2-4:30 p.m. Sunday, April 13; and Sunday, April 20.

Where: The New Space Theatre, Calaway Academic Building, CMC Spring Valley, 3000 County Road 114, Glenwood Springs

How much: $20 for adults, $15 for seniors and students

The Bunny Tri Event 

What: The Bunny Tri is a spring-themed kids’ triathlon. Watch your kids complete a scooter race and navigate an obstacle course before snapping a photo with Glenwood Springs Parks and Recreation’s bunny friend during the Bunny Medal Awards. After the awards ceremony, kids can hit the pool for a Pool Splash from 11:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

When: 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, April 12

Where: Glenwood Springs Community Center, 100 Wulfsohn Road, Glenwood Springs

How much: $10 for pre-registration, $12 at the door

River Bridge Regional Center’s 10th Annual Fundraiser, Imagine

What: Celebrate the River Bridge Regional Center’s 10th annual event at the “Imagine” gala. Experience Carbondale through local food and beverages, entertainment, a live auction and artisan “pop up” vendors. Former Denver Broncos player Nate Jackson is the event’s celebrity emcee and auctioneer. 

When: 5:30-9 p.m. Saturday, April 12

Where: Spring Creeks Ranch, 622 Cowen Drive., Carbondale

How much: $100 for general admission, $1,000 for a table for eight

Sounds of Spring 

What: Celebrate the arrival of spring with a selection of music by the late-romantic French composer Claude Debussy. Featuring Jennifer Gary on flute and Karen Tefejian on piano. 

When: 7-8:45 p.m. Saturday, April 12

Where: Carbondale Branch Library, 320 Sopris Ave., Carbondale

How much: Free

Stroll for Joel

What: Honor those who have lost their life while adventuring in the great outdoors and skin-up Sunlight Mountain at this end of season celebration of life. Thrown in honor of Joel Shute, who lost his life in an avalanche in Marble in March 2023, the fundraiser supports the Colorado Avalanche Information Center, West Elks Search and Rescue and Sunlight Ski Patrol. Skin-up time starts around 10 a.m. and the last one up the mountain gets a prize. Linger after the uphill trek for live music at Todd’s Tavern and a costume contest. 

When: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, April 13

Where: Sunlight Mountain Resort, 10901 County Road 117, Glenwood Springs

How much: $20 donation suggested

Coexistence Works! Fostering coexistence between livestock and wolves

What: Head to the Glenwood Springs Branch Library for another discussion about using nonlethal coexistence methods to protect livestock from wolves. The conversation will be led by Hillary Zarenek, who ranches in Southwest Montana and started the first range rider program with her husband Andrew Anderson in the Tom Miner Basin in 2013. Zarenek and Anderson graze more than 3,000 cows annually while using nonlethal coexistence methods in the presence of grizzly bears, mountain lions and wolves. 

When: 4-6 p.m. Sunday, April 13

Where: Glenwood Springs Branch Library, 815 Cooper Ave., Glenwood Springs

How much: Free

Free Narcan Training 

What: Learn where to access Narcan, how to recognize and respond to an overdose and more with High Rockies Harm Reduction and The Meeting Place at a free community Narcan training session.

When: 5-6 p.m. Monday, April 14

Where: The Meeting Place, 981 Cowen Drive, Carbondale 

How much: Free

Where My Peeps At? Scavenger Hunt

What: Decipher 12 clues and complete a scavenger hunt bingo card as a two to six person team while racing around Carbondale. There will be prizes for the first, second and third teams who correctly complete their cards the fastest and a mini prize giveaway for all participants. Prizes will be announced at 11:30 a.m. or earlier if all teams are finished and free post-race coffee and snacks will be provided. Bikes are recommended. 

When: 9 a.m. to noon, Saturday, April 19

Where: Carbondale Recreation and Community Center, 567 Colorado Ave., Carbondale

How much: $40 per team

glenWOODSTOCK Teen Jam Session

What: Teens, grab your instruments and head to the Bluebird Cafe to hang out, perform at an open mic and jam with other teen musicians. Teens 13 to 19 years old are welcome. There will be some instruments available to use. 

When: 5-7 p.m. Sunday, April 20

Where: The Bluebird Cafe, 731 Grand Ave., Glenwood Springs

How much: Free