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This Week’s Calendar of Events:

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 Granby Farmers and Artists Market returns for the summer season! Visit vendors from 2 pm – 7 pm. Enjoy live music by Gary Key from 4 – 7 pm.

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 with entertainment provided by The Jazz Spiders (of Denver) July 21. The Friday shows are followed by Coca-Cola Family Movie Nights on the lawn, with “The LEGO Batman Movie” July 14. Both events are free and feature a different band and movie every Friday through Aug. 25th.

 

Cooper Creek Square in Winter Park presents its Music on the Square live music series 6-8 pm in the courtyard. Enjoy “blue-collar folk” by Strange Byrds (of Boulder) 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. Head to the courtyard for Free live music every Friday through Sept. 1st.

The Winter Park Pub hosts live music with Northland band 5K (new and old rock, and pop), starting at 7 pm. No cover.

The Crooked Creek Saloon in Fraser presents live music with the Lee Rogers Band starting at 7 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

Rocky Mountain Repertory Theatre in Grand Lake opens “Mamma Mia!” 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 music with Denver four-piece jamtronica band Greener Grounds. Shows start around 9 pm.


Saturday, July 22

The 2nd Annual Never Summer Adventure 6- and 24-hour races begin at Granby Ranch.

The 44th Annual Alpine ArtAffair showcases 70+ artists and fine arts 9 am-5 pm at Hideaway Park in Winter Park. Music is to be provided by Joe Rooyakkers and Gary Key.

Cooper Creek Square in Winter Park hosts the Bekah Smith Juggling Show and street performers at 2 and 3 pm.

The Winter Park Pub presents live roots rock with Kerry Pastine and the Crime Scene starting at 7 pm. The band, which released EP “Bad Magic Baby” in June, is “infamous for their no-holds barred, pedal-to-the-metal live shows … .” 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 presents a Blue Moon-sponsored event, with music by (participating audience members and) the Live Karaoke Kings, starting at 7 pm. No cover.

Local rock band Bad Water performs live at the Parshall Inn, starting around 9 pm.

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 its Cabaret with 16-piece orchestra. 21+. $125. Doors open at 5 pm. Get 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 an “electrifying dance-party” and a “message of love and peace” with Austin, Texas one-man funk band Henry (Roland) + The Invisibles. Shows start at 10 pm.


Sunday, July 23

The 44th Annual Alpine ArtAffair showcases 70+ artists and fine arts 9 am-4 pm at Hideaway Park in Winter Park. Red Dirt Hill is set to perform on the stage.

 

The Winter Park Pub presents its summer Sunday Fundays (usually 4-8 pm) through August. TBA July 23, Gary Key solo July 30, TBA Aug. 6, a bluegrass afternoon (1 pm) Aug. 13, and TBA Aug. 27. 

The Basement in Winter Park hosts Karaoke around 8 pm.

Ullrs Tavern presents Kill the Keg featuring beer specials and live music or DJs starting around 9 pm.


Monday, July 24

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

Grapes & Grains, in Cooper Creek Square, is hosting a Photo to Wood Transfer “Make & Take” class starting at 6 pm.

The Trout Unlimited annual banquet takes place at Devil’s Thumb, High Lonesome Barn in Tabernash (5 pm Social, 7 pm Dinner). $65/$120 single/couple. Info: www.coheadwaters.org

Rocky Mountain Repertory Theatre in Grand Lake presents Family Night and show West Side Story 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 25

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

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

Fraser Picnic in the Park runs every Tuesday through Aug. 29th. The lineup features originals and covers by “Walking Jukebox” 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.

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

Local singer / songwriter, guitarist Peggy Mann performs for O! A Bistro, lower level of the Gateway Inn in Grand Lake.

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

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


Wednesday, July 26

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.

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

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

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 Kay Irvine July 26 (proceeds benefit Mtn. Pet Rescue), Brandon Mach Aug. 2 (for Trout Unlimited), Dave Hemphill Aug. 9 (for Infinite West), Craig Pierce Aug. 16 (for Nepal’s Children’s Fund), and Oly Aug. 23 (for the FV Library).

Rocky Mountain Repertory Theatre in Grand Lake presents Mamma Mia! 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 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 27

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 Denver country band Premium Diesel July 27th.

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

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

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

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


Friday, July 28

Mountain Bike Capital USA weekend July 28-30, with bike skill clinics by Alison Powers and Alison Dunlap, organized rides and more.

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 with entertainment provided by local band Red Dirt Hill. The Friday shows are followed by Coca-Cola Family Movie Nights on the lawn, with “Angry Birds” July 28th. Both events are free and feature a different band and movie every Friday through Aug. 25th.

Cooper Creek Square in Winter Park presents its Music on the Square live music series 6-8 pm in the courtyard. Enjoy 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. Head to the courtyard for Free live music every Friday through Sept. 1st.

 

The Winter Park Pub presents live music with Chicago “synthpop” band Salem starting around 7 pm. No cover.

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

The Crooked Creek Saloon in Fraser hosts live music with Scott Statten 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.


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