Arts & Entertainment Briefs
THIS WEEKEND
Special Beer and Burger Tasting
BASALT — Four Dogs Fine Wines & Spirits hosts award-winning brew master Chase Engel for a free tasting of Roaring Fork Beer Co.’s four valley-exclusive brews. Sure Thing Burger will provide food.
4 p.m. Friday, April 18
350 Reed St., Suite 218
Admission: Free
Info: 927-2002 and http://www.fourdogswine.com
Cooper Wine and Spirits: Beer, wine and spirits tastings
GLENWOOD SPRINGS — Enjoy free tastings every weekend in downtown Glenwood Springs, as Cooper Wine & Spirits showcases different varieties of hand-selected wines, craft beers and Colorado spirits.
5-7 p.m. Friday, April 18, and Saturday, April 19
732 Cooper Ave.
Admission: Free
Info: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Cooper-Wine-Spirit
Speckled Feather Mercantile: Root Beer and Paint Party
NEW CASTLE — Meet in the Craft Cafe and paint a bright red cardinal in a grove of Aspen trees.. Price includes all paint, supplies, step-by-step instruction, light snacks, drinks and an 11”x14” take-home canvas. Bring any special drinks or food you prefer. Everyone is welcome at this class, but kids younger than 14 need an accompanying parent. Wear something that can get dirty.
6 p.m. Friday, April 18
303 W. Main St.
Admission: $20 (prepayment required)
Info: 573-6378 and http://www.speckledfeather.com
Glenwood Springs Branch Library: Colorado Mountain College ArtShare
GLENWOOD SPRINGS — An opening reception for “Poetic Wax,” featuring encaustic paintings from CMC Aspen Campus arts instructor K. Rhynus Cesark, and students Shere Coleman and Suzannah Reid. Encaustic painting is also known as hot wax painting because it utilizes heated beeswax with colored pigments. Through the end of May.
Opening reception 6 p.m. Friday, April 18
815 Cooper Ave.
Info: 945-5958 NS http://www.gcpld.org
Glenwood Vaudeville Revue: Spring Season
GLENWOOD SPRINGS — The Glenwood Vaudeville Revue is a two-hour, family-friendly show with professional talent performing a variety of hilarious skits, jokes, high-energy dance numbers, novelty songs and original ideas. Food, drinks and entertainment with show following.
6:30-9:30 p.m. Friday, April 18, and Saturday, April 19
The Springs Theatre, 915 Grand Ave.
Admission: $16-$24
Info: 945-9699, reservations@gvrshow.com and http://www.gvrshow.com
Trattoria Dionisia: Painters Stage
GLENWOOD SPRINGS — Local artists Painters Stage perform original gypsy reggae for music and fun for all ages and dinner and drinks at Trattoria Dionisia. No cover.
7 p.m. Friday, April 18
809 Grand Ave.
Info: 945-5462
PAC3: 2014 JAS Showcase
CARBONDALE — Featuring jazz bands from Aspen, Carbondale, Glenwood Springs and Rifle middle and high schools. Free and open to the public. Celebrate the accomplishments of the valley’s young student musicians.
7 p.m. Friday, April 18
520 Third St.
Admission: Free
Info: http://www.jazzaspensnowmass.org
Thunder River Theatre: Spectrum Dance Collection
CARBONDALE — From Broadway to ballet and contemporary to tap, this dance collaboration starts each night with an evening of dance featuring original works created and choreographed by some of the finest dancers in our community.
7:30 p.m. Friday, April 18, and Saturday, April 19
67 Promenade
Admission: $5-$15
Info and tickets: http://www.danceinitiative.org
Colorado Rocky Mountain School: “The Mouse Trap”
CARBONDALE — CRMS presents Agatha Christie’s “The Mouse Trap ” for its spring production.
7:30 p.m. Friday, April 18, and Saturday, April 19
CRMS Barn
Tickets: $10 adults, $5 children and students
Info: 963-2562, ext. 135
Heather’s Savory Pies and Tapas Bar: Hayden Gregg and Friends
BASALT — Acoustic rock and harmony. No cover.
7:30 p.m. Friday, April 18
166 Midland Ave.
Info and tickets: 927-0151 and http://www.heatherssavorypies.com
Steve’s Guitars: The April Clark Show
CARBONDALE — The April Clark Show returns to Carbondale with two nights of late-night comedy fun, featuring comic and columnist April Clark, her right-hand woman Ananda Banc, live music by the all-female band The G-Strings, local stand-up comedy by Beth Brandon and Glenn Smith, special guest Katrina Byars, songs, skits, and more. Recommended for mature audiences.
9 p.m. (doors at 8:30) Friday, April 18
Cost: $15. A portion of the proceeds will help a local family in need.
Info: 963-3304 and http://www.bit.do/aprilclarkshow
Rivers Restaurant: The Missing Link Band
GLENWOOD SPRINGS — Live at Rivers Restaurant, the Missing Link band featuring rock, R&B, country and blues. No cover.
9 p.m. Friday, April 18
2525 S. Grand Ave.
Info: http://www.theriversrestaurant.com
Silt Historical Park: Antiques Presentation
SILT — Mindy Langston will discuss historic kitchen gadgets using items displayed in the Silt Historical Park, her personal items, and those brought in by attendees. Langston will talk history and explain their use. Park buildings will all be open for touring before and after the presentation.
1 p.m. Saturday, April 19
Admission: Free event, donations appreciated
707 Orchard Ave.
Info: http://www.silthistoricalpark.com
Speckled Feather Mercantile: Hazel & Ruby Canvas Party
NEW CASTLE — Create an 8” x 10” canvas unique to you. Either use a predesigned stencil/pattern or bring your own saying. We will be using new products from a new company, Hazel & Ruby. Come learn the techniques while creating.
6 p.m. Saturday, April 19
303 W. Main St.
Admission: $20 (prepayment required)
Info: 573-6378 and http://www.speckledfeather.com
Heather’s Savory Pies and Tapas Bar: Chris Bank
BASALT — Jazz, R&B and funky soul. No cover.
7:15 p.m. Saturday, April 19
166 Midland Ave.
Info and tickets: 927-0151 and http://www.heatherssavorypies.com
Kanpai Sushi and Bar: Dwight F. Ferren
GLENWOOD SPRINGS — Solo acoustic guitar instrumentals, then electric guitar rock and blues. No cover.
7:30. Saturday, April 19
3950 Midland Ave.
Info: 366-2020, e-mail mzhang91748@yahoo.com, and http://www.kanpaisushilounge.com
Heather’s Savory Pies and Tapas Bar: Chris Phillips
BASALT — Brunch in Basalt and enjoy some Bach, Bernstein, Tarrega, and other great composers with live music by Chris Phillips. No cover.
10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, April 20
166 Midland Ave.
Info: http://www.heatherssavorypies.com
Black Nugget: Dwight F. Ferren
CARBONDALE — Solo acoustic guitar instrumentals, then electric guitar rock and blues for Easter Sunday at the Nugget.
5 p.m. Sunday, April 20
403 Main St.
Info: 963-4498
UPCOMING
5Point Film Festival
CARBONDALE — 5Point Film is on a mission to inspire adventure of all kinds, to connect generations through shared experience, to engage passion with a conscience, and to educate through film.
Thursday, April 24, through Sunday, April 27
Carbondale Rec Center
Info and tickets: http://www.5pointfilm.org
Masonic Temple: Big Country Dance
GLENWOOD SPRINGS — Wear your best boots and western wear to this one, and don’t miss the class from 6:45-8 p.m., for two-step, waltz, and swing to country dance songs. Take old-timey country photos with your friends.
8-11 p.m. Friday, April 25
901 Colorado Ave.
Info: http://www.meetup.com/RFVDance
ONGOING
Camp Chair Productions: Storytelling Tuesdays
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., Tuesday, April 15
Cover: $7.17 (more or less) or a pair of eye glasses with the lens to be donated to the Lions Club
4018 Sky Ranch Drive
Info: 618-0911
Gallery 809: CMC Student Art Show
GLENWOOD SPRINGS — Art exhibit featuring art by Colorado Mountain College students.
809 Grand Ave.
Admission: Free
Info: http://www.gallery809.com
Carbondale Clay Center: “Roche”
CARBONDALE — Artist in resident Mike Stumbras presents an exhibition of his new work, which explores the interconnectedness of themes of consumption, beauty, and the frailty of life.
Through April
135 Main St.
Info: 963-2529 and http://www.carbondaleclay.org
CMC ArtShare Gallery: Student Professional Photography Exhibit
GLENWOOD SPRINGS — Wide-ranging photographic works ranging from award-winners in the College Photographer of the Year competition to journalistic, commercial and art prints by Colorado Mountain College students. Free and open to the public, on display through April 25.
802 Grand Ave.
Gallery hours 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays
Info: 947-8367 and http://www.cmcartshare.com
Carbondale Council on Arts and Humanities (CCAH): “Dream On: The Subconscious Takes on Art”
CARBONDALE — This exhibition will explore all facets of the dream spectrum, from imaginative and fantastical imagery to subconscious and dreamlike explorations, to soul-searching and soul-finding revelations.
Through May 2
CCAH’s R2 Gallery, 20 Third St.
Info: 963-1680 and http://www.carbondalearts.com
Ann Korologos Gallery: Andy Taylor’s “Fields and Hedgerows”
BASALT — An artist’s reception for an exhibition of 25 colorful oil landscape paintings and colored pencil sketches of familiar landscapes by Carbondale artist Andy Taylor, March 14 through April 10. Taylor’s works are well collected throughout the Roaring Fork Valley and beyond. Refreshments will be served.
Gallery hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday and by appointment
211 Midland Ave.
Admission: Free
Info: 927-9668, e-mail: art@korologosgallery.com and http://www.korologosgallery.com
Carbondale Clay Center: Matthew Eames
CARBONDALE — Matthew Eames’ sculpture, large scale ceramic installations are influenced by the history of construction. His work explores the reality of structure through the psychological façade of comfort instilled through an unconscious effort to build in excess.
Free and open to the public
135 Main St.
Info: 963-2529 and e-mail info@carbondaleclay.org
New Castle Recreation Dept.: Youth Dance Classes
NEW CASTLE — On Mondays, in partnership with ArtillumA Dance Company, New Castle Rec is offering dance classes for ages 3-9. Participants learn the basics of ballet, jazz and tap. Shoes provided.
423 W. Main St.
Fee: $120/14 weeks
Registration and info: 984-3352 and http://www.newcastlerec.com
Grove’s Black Dog Saloon: Open Mic Nights
NEW CASTLE — Open Mic every Sunday for music therapy at the Black Dog Saloon.
5 p.m. Sundays
219 W. Main St.
Admission: Free
Info: 984-0999 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. Mondays
647 Main St.
Info: 704-1216 and http://www.carbondalebeerworks.com
Wyly Community Art Center: “My Favorites”
BASALT — An exhibition of watercolors by valley artist Laurie McBride through April 24. McBride’s paintings have been displayed and sold at Cafe Bernard and the Aspen Chapel. She was selected for the Annual Colorado Watercolor Show in 2011.
Gallery hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. Free and open to the public.
99 Midland Spur
Admission: Free
Info: 927-4123, e-mail art@wylyarts.org, and http://www.wylyarts.org
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
124 W. Sixth St.
Info: e-mail zgritchie@gmail.com and http://www.hotelcolorado.com
Rhythm & Grace Carbondale: Music and dance
CARBONDALE — Weekly class hosted by Aspen Santa Fe Ballet appropriate for anyone with Parkinson’s disease, no matter how advanced. Dance experience not required.
1-2 p.m. Wednesdays
Third Street Center, 520 S. Third St.
Register: (866) 718-2996 and http://www.parkinsonrockies.org
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
2525 S. Grand Ave.
Info: 928-8813
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
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
Third Street Center, 520 S. Third St.
Fee: Model’s fee
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
110 E. Third St., Rifle, next to the Blush Salon
Info: http://www.midlandartscompany.com and 625-3068
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