A&E roundup for March 14-23

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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/.
Irish whiskey tasting
What: Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at Cooper Wine & Spirits this Friday and Saturday. Must be 21 with a valid license to participate. Irish whiskey tasting is free.
When: 5-7 p.m. Friday-Saturday
Where: Cooper Wine & Spirits, 732 Cooper Ave. in Glenwood Springs.
Cost: Free
Mountain Groove Productions presents: Micky and the Motorcars
What: A family tradition of red dirt country music from Idaho continues with brothers now based in Austin Texas. Micky and the Motorcars have released nine studio albums and cemented themselves as the elder statesmen of the alt-country scene with a trademark sound that has set them as storytellers in country music. They will be live at the Ute Theater.
When: 8-11 p.m., Friday
Where: Ute Theater 132 East Fourth St. in Rifle.
Cost: $28-$52, buy tickets at https://utetheater.com/event/mountain-groove-productions-presents-micky-and-the-motorcars-2/
Reggae Pon Di Mountain with The Knowbodies Band
What: It’s the Roaring Fork Valley’s dopest reggae party with The Knowbodies Band.
Join Sunlight Mountain for an unforgettable afternoon of Reggae, SKA, Punk, and Afrobeat vibes with local band ‘The Knowbodies.’ Feel the rhythm, soak in the stunning mountain views, and let the music move you. Whether you’re a reggae enthusiast or just looking for a fun way to spend your day, this free event is perfect for all ages. Don’t miss this chance to experience live music, great energy and the laid-back atmosphere of Sunlight Mountain.
When: 2-4 p.m., Saturday
Where: Sunlight Mountain Resort, 10901 County Rd. 117, Glenwood Springs.
Cost: Free
St. Patty’s Day Pottery Date Night
What: Join the Carbondale Clay Center for another pottery date night for St. Patty’s Day. Grab a partner (and a Guinness if you fancy) and get ready to have some fun on the wheel. Bring your own beverages and snacks, must be 21 or older to enjoy alcohol. All sign-ups now go through our new registration website, if you don’t already have an account through spring session classes, go ahead and sign up to get the process started. Feel free to reach out to us with any questions. Registration is open now on their website at carbondaleclay.org/date-night.
When: 4-6:30 p.m., Saturday
Where: Carbondale Clay Center, 135 Main St., Carbondale.
Cost: $125 per couple, five couples per session
The Gleaners and I: Film screening and community potluck
What: Join local gleaning organization UpRoot Colorado for a community potluck and a free screening of ‘The Gleaners and I’, a documentary by French filmmaker Agnés Varda. The film is in French with English subtitles. Attendees are invited, but not required, to bring a dish to share for a potluck that we can enjoy while we watch the film. We recommend that guests bring their own reusable cutlery and dishware in order to cut down on waste at this event. Please RSVP at: https://forms.gle/N8jWTS67qQFgHGFo8.
When: 6-8:30 p.m., Thursday
Where: Glenwood Springs Library, 815 Cooper Ave.,Glenwood Springs.
Cost: Free
Aspen Choral Society presents: Children of Eden
What: Join the Aspen Choral Society for an unforgettable theatrical experience as they bring the magic of “Children of Eden” to Glenwood Springs. This partially staged performance features a powerful combination of soaring vocals sung by over 60 members of the ACS choir, accompanied by a dynamic ensemble of over a dozen musicians. From the composer of Wicked and Pippin, Stephen Schwartz, and writer John Caird (Les Misérables), “Children of Eden” explores the timeless themes of choices and forgiveness, through the lens of the complex relationships between parents and children. Prepare to be moved by the powerful storytelling, the breathtaking music and the universal themes that resonate across generations.
When and where: 6:30 p.m., Friday, March 21 at Glenwood Springs High School, 1521 Grand Ave. in Glenwood Springs
6:30 p.m., Saturday, March 22 at Wheeler Opera House, 320 East Hyman Ave. in Aspen
6:30 p.m., Sunday, March 23 at Basalt Middle School, 51 School St. in Basalt
Cost: $25 for adults, $10 for children 13-17, $1 for children 12 and under, buy tickets at https://aspenchoralsociety.org/event/children-of-eden-glenwood-springs/.
Pink to Black ft. Tatanka
What: Pink to Black is back with the band, Tatanka. Tatanka encapsulates the heavy roots rumble of the Caribbean while maintaining the pop sensibilities of the dance-oriented electronic sounds from the Britannica-American reggae scenes. The positive lyrics and heavy sounds garnered radio air-play all around the globe.
When: 8 p.m., Saturday, March 22
Where: Thunder River Theatre Company, 67 Promenade in Carbondale.
Cost: $35 for presale, $40 at the door, $275 for VIP table of 4, buy tickets at https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=270689.

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