THIS WEEKEND

Glenwood Springs Adventure Park: The Friday Afternoon Club

GLENWOOD SPRINGS — The Locals’ Choice for Best Place to View a Sunset and Best Music Venue is the place to be for Friday Afternoon Club on the mountain, with live music and food and drink specials from 5-9 p.m., through Feb. 27. Ride the tram free with coupon from the Post Independent. Last tram up is at 8:30 p.m. Bring friends and kick off the weekend in style.

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5 p.m. Friday, Jan. 16

Admission: Free tram ride with PI coupon

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51000 Two Rivers Plaza Road

Info: 945-4228, e-mail info@glenwoodcaverns.com and http://www.glenwoodcaverns.com

Cooper Wine and Spirits: Beer, wine and spirits tastings

GLENWOOD SPRINGS — Enjoy free tastings every weekend in downtown Glenwood Springs, as Cooper Wine and Spirits showcases different varieties of hand-selected wines, craft beers and Colorado spirits.

5-7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 16 and Saturday, Jan. 17

Admission: Free

732 Cooper Ave.

Info: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Cooper-Wine-Spirit/206692372844660

Heather’s Savory Pies and Tapas Bar: Chris Bank and Mark Johnson

BASALT — Live soulful groove, jazz and funk with valley musicians Chris Bank and Mark Johnson Friday night at Heather’s.

7:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 16

Admission: Free

166 Midland Ave.

Info: 927-0151 and http://www.heatherssavorypies.com

Kanpai Sushi and Bar: Bruce and Jeff

GLENWOOD SPRINGS — Acoustic jazz to soothe away the stress of week with sushi favorites.

7:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 16

Admission: Free

3950 Midland Ave.

Info: http://www.kanpaisushilounge.com

Loyal Brothers Lounge: Live Comedy

GLENWOOD SPRINGS — Stand-up comedy returns to the LB as Denver’s Anthony Crawford and Boulder open mic host Alan Bromwell double feature. The free night of over-21 comedy also includes guest spots from New York City comic and Eagle Valley native Brett Hiker, Denver’s Dylan Aames, and Glenwood Springs’ own Don Chaney.

Doors open at 8 p.m., show at 9 p.m. Friday, Jan. 16

Admission: Free

813 Grand Ave.

Info: http://www.facebook.com/LoyalBrothersLounge

82 Liquors Grand Opening

GLENWOOD SPRINGS — 82 Liquors is set to hose its official Grand Opening this Saturday. They will be giving away prizes like a new snowboard, pair of skis, LED TV, iPad Mini and more.

2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 17

Admission: Free

2550 Highway 82

Info: http://www.facebook.com/82Liquors

New Ute Events Center: Live Stand-up Comedy

RIFLE — Live stand-up comedy with Boulder’s Hippieman, who has appeared on “The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson” and is a regular at Denver club Comedy Works. Popular Denver comic Chris Charpentier opens the show.

7-8:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 17

Admission: $10

132 E. Fourth St.

Info: e-mail info@newutetheatre.com and http://www.newutetheatre.com

Glenwood Vaudeville Revue: Stand-up Comedy Night

GLENWOOD SPRINGS — National touring comic Phil Paulisol, based in Denver comes to the Springs Theater stage. He has appeared on Comedy Central, “Late Night with Jimmy Fallon” and “Last Comic Standing.” Opening is Denver comics Byron Graham and Nora Lynch.

Doors open 7 p.m. for dinner and drinks, show at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 17

Admission: $25

915 Grand Ave.

Info: 945-9699 and http://www.gvrshow.com

Heather’s Savory Pies and Tapas Bar: Axis LP

BASALT — Contemporary classics, blues, funk and jazz with Patty and Larry Herd of Axis LP Saturday night at Heather’s.

7:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 17

Admission: Free

166 Midland Ave.

Info: 927-0151 and http://www.heatherssavorypies.com

Kanpai Sushi and Bar: Logan Brothers

GLENWOOD SPRINGS — The Logan Brothers are back at Kanpai with acoustic favorites and fresh sushi.

7:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 17

Admission: Free

3950 Midland Ave.

Info: http://www.kanpaisushilounge.com

UPCOMING

Carbondale Council on the Arts and Humanities(CCAH): 35th Annual Valley Visual Art Show Opening Reception

CARBONDALE — Join CCAH in celebrating of the artists of the Roaring Fork Valley during the opening reception of the 35th Annual Valley Visual Art Show, featuring more than 60 Roaring Fork artists. The show, which includes two-and-three dimensional work created in a variety of mediums, will be on display in the gallery through First Friday, Mar. 6 and is open to the viewing public Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

6-8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 23

Admission: Free

CCAH’s R2 Gallery, 76 S. Fourth St.

Info: 963-1680 and http://www.carbondalearts.com

Sopris Theatre Company: “The Glorious Ones”

ASPEN — Sopris Theatre Company, formerly CMC Theatre, presents “The Glorious Ones,” a rollicking, fun-filled, bawdy and touching musical about a theater troupe during 16th-century Italy.

7 p.m. special Wheeler Opera House performances in Aspen, Jan. 23-24

Admission: $15/students, CMC staff, faculty and seniors; $20/adults

320 East Hyman Ave.

Info: http://www.coloradomtn.edu/campuses/spring_valley/cmc_theatre

CCAH: Art Break

CARBONDALE — Take an art break and the opportunity to relax and create at Collage Night with Lisa Singer. CCAH provides everything — the space, the drinks, snacks and a little help from Singer, who will be on hand to facilitate fun art projects. Art Break will reoccur on the last Tuesday of the month. Space in this class is limited, so please reserve your spot early.

5:30-8 pm. Tuesday, Jan. 27

CCAH classroom, Third Street Center, 520 S. Third St.

Info: 963-1680 and http://www.carbondalearts.com

CCAH: Cirque D’Sopris

CARBONDALE — A show of youth fashion design, daring, dancing, acrobatic feats, and more, featuring the creative youth of the Roaring Fork Valley sharing their talents and creations.

6 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 31 and 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 1

Roaring Fork High School Auditorium, 2270 Highway 133

Info: 963-1680 and http://www.carbondalearts.com

5Point Film Festival: Submissions Accepted

CARBONDALE — 5Point has more opportunities in 2015 than ever before to screen short films for live audiences. The new season kicks off with the flagship event in Carbondale, and is also launching regional festivals in Asheville, N.C.; Somerville, Mass., and Bellingham, Wash., in 2015. If you don’t have your film finished, you can submit an idea of what you’re working on.

Admissions: For Carbondale, through Feb. 3

Info: e-mail info@5pointfilm.org on being a candidate for a 5Point Film Fund grant and http://www.5pointfilm.org

Advocate Safehouse Project: 14th Annual Lunafest

GLENWOOD SPRINGS — Lunafest connects women, their stories and their causes through film. This traveling film festival spotlights the work of diverse, talented women filmmakers, with intelligent, funny and thought-provoking themes. Eight short films compel discussion, make you laugh, tug at your heartstrings, and motivate you to make a difference in your community.

5 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 21

Admission: $20/advance and $25/at the door

Hotel Colorado, 526 Pine St.

Info: 928-2074 and http://www.lunafest.org

ONGOING

Wyly Art Center: “Domestic Wild” Opening Reception

BASALT — “Domestic Wild,” featuring Carbondale resident and internationally exhibited and collected artist Susan Obermeyer Strauss. The exhibit will feature experimental monotypes; including multiple (7) large format solvent transfer assemblages mounted onto board panels, as well as smaller works arranged as an archive of experience and movement.

Exhibition dates are Jan. 9 through March 7

Gallery hours: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Friday

Admission: Free

99 Midland Spur

Info: 927-4123 and wylyarts.org

Colorado Mountain College (CMC) ArtShare Gallery: “Traces of Place: Sculpture by Alix Knipe”

GLENWOOD SPRINGS —Internationally recognized ceramic artist Alix Knipe’s solo exhibit of her work. Based in Carbondale, Knipe has taught ceramic arts at CMC in Rifle and Aspen. She has received numerous academic and fine arts scholarships and awards, among them a Fulbright research fellowship studying pottery in Turkey and a graduate student fellowship studying ceramics in Burma.

Gallery hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays though Feb. 27

Admission: Free

802 Grand Ave.

Info: 947-8367 or visit http://www.cmcartshare.com

Glenwood Center for the Arts: Selfie Revolution

GLENWOOD SPRINGS — Send the Center for the Arts favorite, family-appropriate selfies that will show on continuous rotation from Jan. 9 to Feb. 6 in the gallery. A photobooth will also be available for selfie-taking. Submit all photos to brie@glenwoodarts.org with name and return e-mail address.

Through Feb. 6

Admission: Free

601 E. Sixth St.

Info: 945-2414 and e-mail brie@glenwoodarts.org

Redstone Art Gallery: Trains and Art

REDSTONE — Enjoy a holiday train display and complimentary refreshments while shopping at the Redstone Art Gallery to find that special gift. Fine art featured in all media such as handmade jewelry; oil, pastel, acrylic and watercolor paintings; photography; bronze, wood and stone sculptures; fine woodworking; pottery; cards and books by local authors; fiber art; glass blown vessels; and more.

Gallery hours: Jan. 1 to May 1 weekends only

Admission: Free

178 Redstone Blvd.

Info: 963-3790 and http://www.redstoneart.com

Wyly Annex: Bayard Hollins

BASALT — The Wyly Annex hosts an art show for internationally exhibited and collected artist Bayard Hollins. The exhibit dates runs through Jan. 24.

Gallery hours: 12-6 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturday

Admission: Free

174 Midland Ave.

Info: 927-4123, e-mail art@wylyarts.org and http://www.wylyarts.org

Glenwood Springs Adventure Park: Winter on the Mountain

GLENWOOD SPRINGS — The Adventure Park hosts winter activities, including a new 4D movie, holiday light display, fire pits to roast s’mores, cave tours, lighted rides on the Alpine Coaster and Soaring Eagle Zip Ride, and a giant musical Christmas tree. Stay for dinner and try the new family-style menu at the Lookout Grille.

Admission: $13-$39; tram ride $13/adults, $8/kids and Funday Pass $39/adults, $34/kids

51000 Two Rivers Plaza Road

Info: 945-4228, e-mail info@glenwoodcaverns.com and http://www.glenwoodcaverns.com

Mousai Gallery: James Vilona Exhibit

CARBONDALE — Mousai Gallery, where Mother Nature and art come together, features James Vilona and Vilona Family Studios, showcasing the Illuminating Selenite Slab Lamp hand-forged by James Vilona. Child and pet friendly.

Gallery hours: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday and by appointment any other time

Admission: Free

50 Weant Blvd.

Info: http://www.jamesvilona.com

CCAH: Classes at The Launchpad

CARBONDALE — Movement, music, and dance classes are in full swing at The Launchpad. Crystal River Ballet, The Yard Hip Hop, Carbondale Rhythm Collective, DanceLAB, Core Healing Arts, Aspen Dance Connection, and more offer classes for all ages seven days a week. Pick up a full schedule at the Launchpad or visit and click on Launchpad.

76 S. Fourth St.

Info: e-mail contact@launchpadcarbondale.com and http://www.carbondalearts.com

The Powers Art Center: Art Gallery

CARBONDALE — The Powers Art Center strives to teach the public about contemporary and pop art through exhibitions.

Gallery hours: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Thursday

Admission: Free

13110 Colorado 82

Info: 963-4445, e-mail menglish@powersartcenter.org and http://www.powersartcenter.org

Harvest Pottery: Jail House Studio/Gallery

CARBONDALE — Harvest Pottery has opened its doors to the Jail House Studio/Gallery with new work on display. The historic jailhouse and cabin is free to visit and open to the public.

Admission: Free

500 Weant Blvd.

Info: 963-2550, email harvestpottery@q.com and http://www.harvestpottery.com

CCAH: Figure Drawing Sessions

CARBONDALE — Drop-in, non-taught model figure drawing session facilitated by Philip Hone Williams with a live figure model.

6-9 p.m. Mondays

CCAH classroom, Third Street Center

Info: 456-2865 or e-mail honewilliams@gmail.com to reserve space.

Hotel Colorado: Monday Night Jazz

GLENWOOD SPRINGS — The Hotel Colorado features valley musicians for Monday night jazz jam sessions, including Justin Pfeifer on piano, Ashton Taufer on bass, and Zach Ritchie on drums. Middle through high school, as well as local, musicians of all levels have an opportunity to hone their skills and enjoy camaraderie and networking with fellow jazz musicians.

7-9:30 p.m. Mondays

Admission: Free

124 W. Sixth St.

Info: e-mail zgritchie@gmail.com and http://www.hotelcolorado.com

Grove’s Black Dog Saloon: Open Mic Nights

NEW CASTLE — Open Mic every Tuesday for music therapy at the Black Dog Saloon.

7:30 p.m. Tuesdays

Admission: Free

219 W. Main St.

Info: 984-0999, http://www.thedognewcastle.com and http://www.facebook.com/pages/Groves-Black-Dog-Saloon

Carbondale Beer Works: Phat Pagan Open Mic Night

CARBONDALE — Patrick Fagan invites performers of all types for free expression, liberal libations and musical invention. No cover.

7:30 p.m. every second and fourth Tuesday

Admission: Free

647 Main St.

Info: 704-1216 and http://www.carbondalebeerworks.com

Camp Chair Productions: Storytelling Mondays

GLENWOOD SPRINGS — Well-known master raconteur Jack Green shares his storytelling techniques.

Arrive at 6:30 p.m. with the bell ringing at 7 p.m., Mondays

Admission: $7.17 (more or less) or a pair of eye glasses with the lens to be donated to the Lions Club

4018 Sky Ranch Dr.

Info: 618-0911

Rivers: Open Mic Nite

GLENWOOD SPRINGS — Open mic for artists of all types hosted by Dan Rosenthal. All talents welcome. $1 taco special. No cover.

8-10 p.m., Wednesdays

Admission: Free

2525 S. Grand Ave.

Info: 928-8813

Grove’s Black Dog Saloon: Geeks Who Drink

NEW CASTLE — Geeks Who Drink (not your average) Pub Trivia Thursdays at the Black Dog Saloon.

7:30 p.m. Thursdays

Admission: Free

219 W. Main St.

Info: 984-0999, http://www.geekswhodrink.com and http://www.facebook.com/pages/Groves-Black-Dog-Saloon

Main Street Gallery: Regional artists

GLENWOOD SPRINGS AND CARBONDALE — Works by Dean Bowlby, Stephen Datz, Berard Hofmann, Jane Lee, Linda Loeschen and Mary Noone. The gallery also specializes in preservation-quality framing.

10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday

817 Grand Ave., Glenwood Springs

Admission: Free

399 Main St., Carbondale

Info: http://www.mainstreetgall.com, 945-4817 and 963-3775

CCAH: Drop-in figure drawing class

CARBONDALE — Open to all ages and abilities, CCAH is offering an uninstructed session for figure drawing. Bring your own easel and supplies.

7-9 p.m. Mondays

Fee: Model’s fee

Third Street Center, 520 S. Third St.

Info: http://www.carbondalearts.com, ccah@sopris.net and 963-1680

Midland Arts Company: Local artists’ offerings

RIFLE — This cooperative gift shop features the work of the six artist-owners and about 30 additional local artists: handmade soaps and candles, fabric arts, iron work, original paintings, and turned-wood lamps, along with the already existing artisan jewelry and pottery.

10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday; 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday

Admission: Free

110 E. Third St., Rifle, next to the Blush Salon

Info: http://www.midlandartscompany.com and 625-3068