Arts & Entertainment Briefs
THIS WEEKEND
Glenwood Springs Center for the Arts: Winterfest
GLENWOOD SPRINGS — This 25th annual arts, crafts and gift exhibit features 18 local and regional artists and crafters with items from hand-painted glass wear to scarves, mittens, stockings, jewelry, affordable fine art and more. Opening party is a business after-hours event in conjunction with the Glenwood Springs Chamber.
5-8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 15
601 E. Sixth St.
Info: 945-2414
Garfield County Senior Programs: John Fielder presentation
GLENWOOD SPRINGS — Photographer, author and environmentalist John Fielder presents a benefit for Garfield County Senior Programs. Refreshments at 6:30 p.m., with presentation starting at 7 p.m. Thirty percent of book sales go to senior programs.
6:30-8:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 15
Hotel Colorado, 526 Pine St.
Info: 945-7225
Grove’s Black Dog Saloon: Leonard Curry Trio
NEW CASTLE — The fun-loving Leonard Curry Trio creates spirited musical mayhem weaving a wide variety of styles including folk, bluegrass, swing, Irish, Cajun and rock.
7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 15
219 W. Main St.
Info: 984-0999, e-mail grovesblackdogsaloon@gmail.com, and http://www.theleonardcurrytrio.com
Defiance Community Players: ‘Beauty and the Beast’
GLENWOOD SPRINGS — Defiance Community Players presents Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast,” directed by Tom Cochran, with music direction by Glenwood Vaudeville’s Brad Vierheller and choreography by Jennetta Howell. Produced by Defiance’s Jacquie Meitler and Chip Winn Wells.
7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 15 and 22, Saturday, Nov. 16 and 23 and 2 p.m. Sunday Nov. 17 and 24
Tickets: $15/adults and $12/seniors and students 18 and younger, $12 Sunday matinee at Glenwood Springs Chamber, Sopris Lighting and at the door.
Jeannie Miller Theatre, Glenwood Springs High School
Info: 379-6256 and http://www.defiancecommunityplayers.org
Loyal Brothers: Comedy Night
GLENWOOD SPRINGS — Live comedy show featuring Denver comics Brett Hiker and emcee Tobias Livingston, with headliner Jordan Doll. Doll and Hiker grew up on the Western Slope and have since found success in the Denver comedy scene. Doll is a recent winner of the Comedy Works New Faces Contest.
Seating at 7p.m., show at 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 15
Cover: $5
813 Grand Ave.
Info: (970) 302-7130, e-mail tobias1748@gmail.com and www. 1748promotions.com
Heart Rhythm: A Liberation Dance Project
CARBONDALE — Join in the journey into the heart of movement with a fusion of live dance, drums and sound. Guided by Alexa Webster and David Starbear Avalao.
7:30-9 p.m. Friday, Nov. 15
True Nature Healing Arts, 100 N. Third St.
Info: 963-9900, e-mail contact@truenatureheals.com and http://www.truenatureheals.com
Kanpai Sushi & Bar: Brock McLeod
GLENWOOD SPRINGS — Southern country music original and covers from Brock McLeod. No cover.
7:30-10:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 15
3950 Midland Ave.
Info: 366-2020, e-mail mzhang91748@yahoo.com, and http://www.kanpaisushilounge.com
Steve’s Guitars: Wide Open Mic Night
CARBONDALE — Have a poem you want to share? A new song? Comedy? Local musicians and entertainers are invited to take the Steve’s stage for a random night of fun.
8:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 15
19 N. Fourth St.
Info: 963-3304, e-mail sguitars@sopris.net and http://www.stevesguitars.netv
Ramada Inn: Salsa Dance
GLENWOOD SPRINGS — Come and have fun with DJ Salson and all the tropical rhythms, enjoy the best salsa dance place in the valley.
9:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 15
124 W. Sixth St.
Info: 945-2500
First United Methodist Church: Unique Boutique
GLENWOOD SPRINGS — Christmas art show with gifts handcrafted by local artisans and a holiday bake sale. Quilt raffle tickets in support of Valley View Hospital Auxiliary will also be sold.
8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 16
824 Cooper Ave.
Info: 947-0648
Davi Nikent, Center for Human Flourishing: “Empowerment Through Journaling”
CARBONDALE — Speaker and Reiki master Claire O’Leary presents her heart-centered, transformational workshop, “Empowerment Through Journaling” focusing on improved relationships with family. Space is limited. Scholarships are available to those that qualify.
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 16
Third Street Center, 520 S. Third St.
Cost: $145
Info and reservations: (303) 525-6893 and email at claire@clearhearthealingarts.com
Speckled Feather Mercantile: Mixed Media Christmas Tree Canvas
NEW CASTLE — Create a Christmas tree out of rolled paper strips, decorated with sequins and tinsel. Texture techniques will be used along with glitter and other elements to create dimension. Color options available. For all levels.
1-4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 16
303 W. Main St.
Cost: $20
Info: (970) 573-6378, e-mail shop@speckledfeather.com and http://www.speckledfeather.com
Houses for Higher Education and (co)studio: Cornhole Tournament
GLENWOOD SPRINGS — Single elimination cornhole tournament with the last team standing winning whatever is in the entry fee pot. All 18 boards have been designed and built by (co)studio students. Boards and bags will be part of a silent auction with proceeds helping purchase materials for Houses for Higher Education’s next design project.
4-7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 16
Entry fee: Teams of two $10, free boards open for anyone interested in playing for fun
Glenwood Springs High School, 1521 Grand Ave.
Info: 618-0690, e-mail info@costudio.org and http://www.housesforhighereducation.org
Kanpai Sushi & Bar: The Logan Brothers
GLENWOOD SPRINGS — Classic rock covers from The Logan Brothers. No cover.
7:30-10:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 16
3950 Midland Ave.
Info: 366-2020, e-mail mzhang91748@yahoo.com, and http://www.kanpaisushilounge.com
Heather’s: Vid Weatherwax and Roberta Lewis
BASALT — Diverse repertoire of R&B, soul, funk, jazz and blues arranged by valley duo Vid Weatherwax and sung artfully by Roberta Lewis.
7:30-10:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 16
Info: (949) 702-3417 and e-mail vidwax@gmail.com
Steve’s Guitars: Misner and Smith
CARBONDALE — Misner and Smith is a touring duo rooted in traditional Americana, folk and rock blending original songs for an energetic live show.
8:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 16
19 N. Fourth St.
Info: 963-3304, e- mail sguitars@sopris.net, http://www.stevesguitars.net, http://www.misnerandsmith.com, and http://www.facebook.com/misnerandsmithv
UPCOMING
New Castle Recreation Dept.: Youth Dance Classes
NEW CASTLE — In partnership with ArtillumA Dance Company, New Castle Rec is offering new Dance Combo classes for ages 3-9. Participants learn the basics of ballet, jazz and tap. Shoes provided.
Mondays
423 W. Main St.
Fee: $120/12 weeks, or $40/month on a payment plan
Registration and info: 984-3352 and http://www.newcastlerec.com
CCAH: Drop-in figure drawing class
CARBONDALE — Open to all ages and abilities, CCAH is offering an uninstructed sessions 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
Hotel Colorado: Monday Night Jazz
GLENWOOD SPRINGS — The Hotel Colorado features valley musicians for Monday night jazz jam sessions, with Zach Ritchie on drums.
7-9:30 p.m. Mondays
124 W. Sixth St.
Info: http://www.hotelcolorado.com
Camp Chair Productions: Comedy Night at Cardiff
GLENWOOD SPRINGS — Dress festive, bring jokes, skits, funny tales, short plays, improv, or anything funny. Camp Chair Productions will weave the night into hard laughing and lightheartedness. All shows are fundraisers to winterize the Cardiff School House. Volunteers needed.
6:30 p.m. with fire before the show, Tuesday, Nov. 19
Cost: $7.17 or pay what you can
Cardiff School House, 4018 Sky Ranch Drive
Info: Jack Green, 618-0911
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
Steve’s Guitars: Delilah Dewylde and the Lost Boys
CARBONDALE — This hard-working rockabilly trio goes from hard-partying honky tonk and searing gutbucket blues to lonesome hillbilly twang and Dick Dale surf music.
8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 20
19 N. Fourth St.
Info: 963-3304, e-mail sguitars@sopris.net, http://www.stevesguitars.net, and http://www.delilahdewylde.com
Carbondale Council for Arts & Humanities (CCAH): Pecha Kucha
CARBONDALE — Don’t miss the last Pecha Kucha of the season on the topic of water. Listen to the rich and diverse experiences of community members who have a passion for water is one of its miraculous states.
7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 21
Dos Gringos. 588 Colorado 133
Info: 963-1680 and e-mail amy@carbondalearts.com
Colorado Mountain College: Help-Portrait
BASALT — The CMC professional photography program is again participating in the worldwide Help-Portrait movement. Students, alumni, faculty and staff will provide free portraits to area families that are struggling, disadvantaged or homeless. Live music will be provided by the Bill Parish Quartet.
5-8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 22
Basalt Middle School, 51 School St.
Info: http://www.help-portrait.com and e-mail Derek Johnston djohnston@coloradomtn.edu
Colorado Mountain College: Katie Glassman and Snapshot
RIFLE — Denver’s Katie Glassman and Snapshot perform a free concert in the Clough Auditorium. She fuses soulful fiddling and vocals to create a sound spanning vintage jazz to Western swing to bluegrass.
7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 22
3695 Airport Road
Info: http://www.cmcartshare.com
Camp Chair Productions: Storytelling Night at Cardiff
GLENWOOD SPRINGS — Come tell stories of Thanksgiving and being grateful. Camp Chair will feature three professional storytellers along with stories from the audience and live music. All shows are fundraisers to winterize the Cardiff School House. Volunteers needed.
6:30 p.m. with fire before the show, Tuesday, Nov. 26
Cost: $7.17 or pay what you can
Cardiff School House, 4018 Sky Ranch Drive
Info: Jack Green, 618-0911
ONGOING
Colorado Mountain College: “Women at Home on the Range”
RIFLE — New work by artists Jane Lee and Sharon Martin of Silt, Linda Loeschen of Basalt, and Ruth Mollman of New Castle, and will boast 40 paintings in all, 10 from each artist. The paintings will remain on view through Jan. 19.
Campus hours: 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays and 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Fridays. CMC campuses closed Nov. 27-29 and Dec. 23 through Jan. 1.
3695 Airport Road
Info: http://www.cmcartshare.com
CCAH: Deck the Walls
CARBONDALE — This holiday season come in from the cold and shop at CCAH for artisan gift items such as jewelry, soaps, lotions, scarves, hats, as well as handmade holiday items like ornaments and gift cards. Through the holidays.
CCAH R2 Gallery, 520 S. Third St.
Info: 963-1680 and http://www.carbondalearts.com
Wyly Community Art Center: “The Art of Winifred: a retrospective”
BASALT — Exhibition of paintings by self-taught artist Winifred Carol Wyman, the heroine of “Against Her Will,” a book written by her son, John Howard Wyman.
Gallery hours 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday
Free and open to the public
99 Midland Spur
Info: 927-4123, e-mail art@wylyarts.org, and http://www.wylyarts.org
Carbondale Clay Center: Holiday Invitational
CARBONDALE — An exhibit and sale featuring functional pottery and small ceramic sculptures by more than 30 local and national artists available through Dec. 23. Work includes handmade cups, bowls, plates, vases, pitchers, cream and sugar sets, ceramic jewelry, small sculptures, and more.
Gallery hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, and special holiday weekend hours.
135 Main St.
Info: 963-2529 and jill@carbondaleclay.org
CMC ArtShare Gallery: Janet Nelson
GLENWOOD SPRINGS — Carbondale artist Janet Nelson shows her colorful wire and mixed media sculptures in downtown Glenwood Springs through Jan. 2. Working with mixed media, Nelson produces whimsical creations of both animals and people.
Free and open to the public
802 Grand Ave.
Info: 947-8367 or http://www.cmcartshare.com
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
CPAC: 11th “Art aRound Town” Sculptures
CARBONDALE — Featuring works by 14 artists from seven states, “Art aRound Town” is a rotating, year-long public art exhibition showcasing sculptures throughout own.
Various downtown locations
Info: media@publicartcarbondale.org
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
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