A&E lineup for Aug. 8-17
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/.
In the gallery: “The Muses Don’t Tell Me Sh–” and “Oddly Familiar
What: Solo exhibitions “The Muses Don’t Tell Me Sh–” and “Oddly Familiar” are on display at the Carbondale Arts Gallery through Aug. 14. “The Muses Don’t Tell Me Sh–” is an installation of over 800 paint pen drawings by Glenwood Springs artist Vallee Noone, while “Oddly Familiar” by oil painter Chad Knowles explores nature, mystery and the idea that consciousness appears in everything.
When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday through Aug. 14
Where: Carbondale Arts Gallery, 76 S. Fourth St., Carbondale
How much: Free
Music Under the Bridge
What: Kick off your weekend with free, family-friendly concerts held underneath the Grand Avenue Bridge from 4:30-7:30 p.m. each week until late September. The True Story Band will be featured on Aug.8, followed by the Jeff Rice Band on Aug. 15, Feeding Giants on Aug. 22 and Party Party on Aug. 29. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs.
When: Every Friday 4:30-7:30 p.m. through Sept. 26
Where: Bethel Plaza, Seventh St., Glenwood Springs
How much: Free
Dog Day 5k
What: Raise money to support the Colorado Animal Rescue by participating in this dog and family friendly race. Registration starts at 8 a.m. at Two Rivers Park and the race begins at 9 a.m. Dogs that are well-behaved and good on a leash, around other dogs and people are welcome. Snacks and water will be supplied.
When: 8 a.m. to noon, Saturday, Aug. 9
Where: Two Rivers Park, 740 Devereux Road, Glenwood Springs
How much: $30 for adults and $15 for those 15 and under
glenWOODSTOCK 2025
What: The glenWOODSTOCK is a music and art festival organized by local teens that features live music, vendors, food trucks, games and dancing. Teens involved in the festival learn skills including community service, promotion, event planning and more while creating the free community event, which is hosted by the Glenwood Parks and Recreation Teen program.
When: 4-8 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 9
Where: Glenwood Springs Community Center, 100 Wulfsohn Road, Glenwood Springs
How much: Free
Monday Pottery, One-Day Wheel Intro
What: Test out your pottery skills with a 2.5 hour teen and adult introduction to pottery class at the Carbondale Clay Center. The wheel introduction class, taught by rotating instructors, will cover pottery basics like centering, opening and pulling clay.
When: 6-8:30 p.m. every Monday through Sept. 15
Where: Carbondale Clay Center, 135 Main St., Carbondale
How much: $65 per class. Scholarships are available. Visit carbondaleclay.org for more information.
Market on 7th
What: The farmers market is back in action in 2025 with the Market on 7th. Seventh street from Cooper to Colorado Avenues will be closed every Tuesday through Sept. 2 from 4-8 p.m., as local vendors and artists get a chance to shine. While getting the chance to support local businesses and produce, visitors will be able to enjoy live music, find homemade snacks and treats, and soak up the beautiful downtown Glenwood Springs area.
When: 4-8 p.m. every Tuesday through Sept. 2
Where: Bethel Plaza, Seventh St., Glenwood Springs
How much: Free
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