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This Week’s Calendar of Events:

Friday, July 14

The Rough-Writers INK writing group usually meets at Big Shooter Coffee in Kremmling at 8 am.

Winter Park Resort presents its Friday Music Series 4-6 pm in The Village (through Aug. 25) with entertainment provided by the “high-energy, melodic tunes” of Sweet Lillies July 14. The Friday shows are followed by Coca-Cola Family Movie Nights (through Aug. 25) on the lawn, with “Kubo & the Two Strings” July 14. Both events are free.

“Johnny O” performs live 6-10 pm at the Winter Park Pub. No cover.

The Crooked Creek Saloon in Fraser presents Flathead Harmony, “a high-octane four-piece vocally-driven string band,” starting at 7 pm. No cover.

Cooper Creek Square in Winter Park presents its Music on the Square live music series 6-8 pm (runs through Sept. 1) in the courtyard. Enjoy Nashville recording artist Kelley Zinge as “Purely Patsy” July 14, Strange Byrds July 21, The Johnny O Band July 28, Adam Lopez & his Rhythm Review Aug. 4, Carter Sampson Aug. 11, Red Dirt Hill Aug. 18, Emily & Retta Yarbrough Aug. 25, and Woodshed Red Sept. 1. Free.

The Grand Lake Rotary hosts BINGO games in the Louie Heckert Pavilion in the Grand Lake town square starting at 7:30 pm. Info: (970) 627-3402, glinfo@grandlakechamber.com

Rocky Mountain Repertory Theatre in Grand Lake opens “Newsies” at 8 pm. Ticket info: (970) 627-3421.

The Lariat Saloon in Grand Lake has live music or DJs, starting around 9 pm.

The Basement in Winter Park hosts Karaoke starting around 9 pm.

Ullrs Tavern in Winter Park hosts live entertainment with DJ Spade. Shows start at 10 pm.


Saturday, July 15

The 70th Annual Buffalo Days kick out of the chute with many weekend activities in the village of Grand Lake (5K Stampede, WingFest and carnival).

The 35th Annual Winter Park Jazz Festival sounds off on the Hideaway Park stage in Winter Park with Charlie Wilson, R&R feat. Rick Braun and Richard Elliot, Nick Colionne, Jessy J, and Pg. 6ix. Sold out.

The Fraser Valley Library hosts Journal Sketching for teens and adults, free with local artist Janice Dahl. Supplies provided. Register at www.gcld.org

The Winter Park Pub presents the Wiedl Brothers (Brian, Kevin and Michael) and guest artist Kenny Sciuto live starting around 6 pm. No cover.

The Grand Lake Rotary hosts BINGO games in the Louie Heckert Pavilion in the Grand Lake town square starting at 7:30 pm. Info: (970) 627-3402, glinfo@grandlakechamber.com

The Crooked Creek Saloon in Fraser hosts live music with “garage punk post-rock alt-spazz drone band” Black Market starting at 7 pm. No cover. 

Kawuneeche Visitor Center in Rocky Mountain National Park hosts Saturday Night in the Park through the summer, a free weekly series on varied subjects (historical figures, local characters, wildlife and natural history) led by rangers and experts. Info: (970) 627-3471, www.nps.gov/romo

Rocky Mountain Repertory Theatre in Grand Lake presents Youth Theatre Workshop performances at noon and 4 pm, and “West Side Story” at 8 pm. Ticket info: (970) 627-3421.

The Lariat Saloon in Grand Lake has live music or DJs, starting around 9 pm.

Ullrs Tavern in Winter Park presents DJ Spade. Shows start at 10 pm.


Sunday, July 16

The 35th Annual Winter Park Jazz Festival rounds out on the Hideaway Park stage in Winter Park with Marsha Ambrosius & Eric Benet, Brian Culbertson, Pieces of a Dream, Dotsero, and Selina Albright.

The town of Grand Lake lassos in the last activities of Buffalo Days with the annual parade at 1 pm down Grand Avenue.

YMCA of the Rockies, Snow Mountain Ranch is hosting a free day for locals. Info: (970) 887-2152.

The Winter Park Pub presents its summer Sunday Fundays (usually 4-8 pm) through August. No cover.

Singer / songwriter / guitarist Peggy Mann performs 5:30-8:30 pm at the Daven Haven in Grand Lake.

Grapes & Grains, in Cooper Creek Square, is hosting a LulaRoe clothing party from 4-6 pm.  Browse the latest selections of comfy apparel.

Rocky Mountain Repertory Theatre wraps up its Youth Theatre Workshop performances at noon and 4 pm in Grand Lake. Ticket info: (970) 627-3421.

The Basement in Winter Park hosts Karaoke around 8 pm.

Ullrs Tavern presents Kill the Keg featuring the Jaden Carlson band and beer specials around 9 pm.


Monday, July 17

Local musicians Andy Straus and “The Real McCoy” perform live 5-8 pm at Hideaway Park Brewery in Winter Park.

Casa Mexico at Cooper Creek Square in Winter Park celebrates its 4th Anniversary with buy-one-get-one margaritas and mariachi band (at 6 pm).

Rocky Mountain Repertory Theatre in Grand Lake presents Family Night and show “Newsies” at 6 pm. Ticket info: (970) 627-3421.

Kenny Sciuto hosts Open Mic at Ullrs Tavern in Winter Park, starting around 9:30 pm.

The Basement in Winter Park hosts Trivia Night 8-10:30 pm.


Tuesday, July 18

The Winter Park Pub presents Open Mic Nights with host musician Andy Straus 5-9 pm and Taco Tuesdays through Sept. 5.

Host musician Brian Garcia and Pancho & Lefty’s in Grand Lake regularly present Open Mic / Karaoke starting around 6 pm.

The Crooked Creek Saloon in Fraser hosts Trivia Nights at 7:30 pm. Teams of six, or, join in on another team!

Host Chris Siewak and Ullrs Tavern in Winter Park present Lip Sync Nights starting at 9 pm.

Rocky Mountain Repertory Theatre in Grand Lake presents “Mamma Mia!” at 7:30 pm. Ticket info: (970) 627-3421.

Fraser Picnic in the Park runs through Aug. 29. The lineup features Andy Straus and “The Real McCoy” July 18, Gary Key July 25, Bill McKay (former keyboardist for Leftover Salmon) Duet Aug. 1, Red Dirt Hill Aug. 8, ACME Band Aug. 15, Tight Like That Aug. 22, and Tone and the Vibe Aug. 29. Shows are 6-8 pm at the Old School House Park near the Fraser Town Hall and are free.


Wednesday, July 19

The Fraser Valley Creative Writers group usually meets 10:05-11:35 am at the Fraser Valley Library. (Pam Cornett leads the group. Info: (303) 548-4031).

“Walking Jukebox” Gary Key sings rock and Americana originals and more starting at 4 pm at Granby Ranch.

Winter Park Resort hosts free Campfire Sing-a-longs 4-6 pm in The Village gazebo Wednesdays through Aug. 23.

The Basement in Winter Park hosts Open Mic Nights and an open art session.

Idlewild Spirits (under Rudi’s Deli in Winter Park) presents weekly pick-up game nights (5-10 pm). Games on hand. People are also encouraged to bring games they might have.

The Crooked Creek Saloon in Fraser presents Wednesdays in the Garden series, each week to benefit a different local charity 6-8 pm. The schedule includes Tara Hendricks July 19 (proceeds benefit GC Rural Health), Kay Irvine July 26 (Mtn. Pet Rescue), music for Trout Unlimited Aug. 2, Infinite West Aug. 9, Tashi Aug. 16, and the FV Library Aug. 23. (Stay tuned for updates.)

Rocky Mountain Repertory Theatre in Grand Lake presents “West Side Story” at 7:30 pm. Ticket info: (970) 627-3421.

Live music Wednesdays in the Grand Lake town park gazebo run through Sept. 6th (5-7 pm). The schedule includes Mojo Medicine Show July 19, Kevin Danzig July 26, Sasquatch Mtn. Project Aug. 2, Tight Like That Aug. 9, Cari Eyers Aug. 16, Jubilant Bridge Aug. 23, Matt Brown Aug. 30, and Laurie Dameron Sept. 6. Free. Bring a chair or blanket. Sponsors include the Town of Grand Lake, Grand Lake Chocolates, the Grand Arts Council, and Mountain Lake Properties.


Thursday, July 20

Local singer / songwriter / guitarist Peggy Mann performs 6:30-9 pm at the Sagebrush in Grand Lake.

The Winter Park / Fraser Chamber of Commerce presents its High Note Thursday free summer concert series 4-6 pm through Aug. 24 on the new permanent stage at Hideaway Park in Winter Park with The Samples July 20th.

Andy Straus and guest musicians perform 7-10 pm at Randi’s Irish Pub in Winter Park.

Rocky Mountain Repertory Theatre in Grand Lake presents “Newsies” at 7:30 pm. Ticket info: (970) 627-3421.

Local musicians Kevin, Brian and Mike Wiedl, and Kenny Sciuto perform live 8-10 p.m. at The Peak in Winter Park.

Local punk and rock band Electric Breakfast serves up a high-energy live performance at The Basement in Winter Park, starting around 9 pm. Adult themes.

The Crooked Creek Saloon in Fraser presents Open Mic Night with new incoming host musician Craig Pierce, starting at 9:30 pm in Fraser. Artists of all kinds are encouraged to sign up. Acoustic guitar may be on hand to play.

Ullrs Tavern in Winter Park presents live music with Phishcuits (featuring members of The Magic Beans, YAMN, and Eminence Ensemble). Shows usually start around 10 pm.


Friday, July 21

The Rough-Writers INK writing group usually meets at Big Shooter Coffee in Kremmling at 8 am.

“Walking Jukebox” Gary Key sings rock and Americana originals and more starting 4-7 pm at the Granby Farmers Market.

Winter Park Resort presents its Friday Music Series 4-6 pm in The Village (through Aug. 25) with entertainment provided by The Jazz Spiders July 21. The Friday shows are followed by Coca-Cola Family Movie Nights (through Aug. 25) on the lawn, with “The Lego Batman Movie” July 21. Both events are free.

The Winter Park Pub presents live music 6-10 pm. No cover.

Cooper Creek Square in Winter Park presents its Music on the Square live music series 6-8 pm through Sept. 1 in the courtyard. Enjoy folk, blues and Americana with Strange Byrds July 21. Future performances include The Johnny O Band July 28, Strange Byrds July 29, Adam Lopez & His Rhythm Review Aug. 4, Carter Sampson Aug. 11, Red Dirt Hill Aug. 18, Emily & Retta Yarbrough Aug. 25, and Woodshed Red Sept. 1. Free.

Rocky Mountain Repertory Theatre in Grand Lake presents “Mama Mia!” at 8 pm. Ticket info: (970) 627-3421.

The Crooked Creek Saloon in Fraser hosts live music starting around 8 pm. No cover.

The Lariat Saloon in Grand Lake has live music or DJs, starting around 9 pm.

The Basement in Winter Park hosts Karaoke starting around 9 pm.

Ullrs Tavern in Winter Park presents live music. Shows usually start around 10 pm.


There’s an antique quilts exhibit at Cozens Ranch Museum in Fraser. “Faces and Friendship of Grand Quilters” is on display through July 21.

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