Pottery Class For Adults - Mondays
2025-08-04 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-08-11 13:00 - 15:00 UTC | Rocky Mountain Folk School Building, 315 Pitkin Ave, Grand Lake, CO, 80447, United States
Session Dates:
• Mon, July 28th – Aug 25th, 2025 (1pm-3pm), 5 Mondays
• Mon, Sep 8th – Oct 6th, 2025 (1pm-3pm), 5 Mondays
• Mon, Oct 20th – Nov 17th, 2025 (1pm-3pm), 5 Mondays
Cost: $175 (includes all supplies)
Level/Age: All experience levels; 18+
Instructor: Patty Alander
Location: RMFS Building – 315 Pitkin Ave, Grand Lake, CO
Enjoy the satisfaction of working with clay – whether you’re a beginner, experienced or need a refresher from years ago. In this class you can hand-build using the extruder, slab roller and make pinch pots. You can also learn to use the wheel. It’s an open-ended class where you can make whatever you like – sculpture, functional pottery, jewelry, wall pieces and wherever else your imagination takes you. Clay and tools provided.

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Pottery for Adults
2025-08-04 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-08-05 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-08-07 17:00 - 19:00, 2025-08-11 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-08-12 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Denver) | Rocky Mountain Folk School Building, 315 Pitkin Ave, Grand Lake, CO, 80447, United States
• Mon, May 5th – June 9th, 2025 (1pm-3pm), 5 Mondays; No class May 26th
• Tues, May 6th – June 3rd, 2025 (6pm-8pm), 5 Tuesdays
• Thur, May 8th – June 5th, 2025 (5pm-7pm), 5 Thursdays

• Mon, June 16th – July 21st, 2025 (1pm-3pm), 5 Mondays; no class July 7th
• Tues, June 17th – July 22nd, 2025 (6pm-8pm), 5 Tuesdays; no class July 1st
• Thur, June 19th – July 24th, 2025 (5pm-7pm), 5 Thursdays; no class July 3rd

• Mon, July 28th – Aug 25th, 2025 (1pm-3pm), 5 Mondays
• Tues, July 29th – Aug 26th, 2025 (6pm-8pm), 5 Tuesdays
• Thur, July 31st – Aug 28th, 2025 (5pm-7pm), 5 Thursdays
Cost: $175 (includes all supplies)
Level/Age: All experience levels; 18+
Instructor: Patty Alandar
Location: RMFS Building – 315 Pitkin Ave, Grand Lake, CO
Enjoy the satisfaction of working with clay – whether you’re a beginner, experienced or need a refresher from years ago. In this class you can hand-build using the extruder, slab roller and make pinch pots. You can also learn to use the wheel. It’s an open-ended class where you can make whatever you like – sculpture, functional pottery, jewelry, wall pieces and wherever else your imagination takes you. Clay and tools provided.

Footloose
2025-08-04 18:00 - 22:00, 2025-08-07 19:30 - 22:00 (America/Denver) | Rocky Mountain Repertory Theatre, 800 Grand Ave, Grand Lake, CO, 80447, United States
Footloose
Playing Dates: Opens July 5, 2025

Stage Adaptation by Dean Pitchford and Walter Bobbie
Music by Tom Snow
Lyrics by Dean Pitchford
Additional Music by Eric Carmen, Sammy Hagar, Kenny Loggins, and Jim Steinman
Kick off your Sunday shoes and feel the beat with Footloose! Based on the hit 1984 movie, this high-energy musical brings electrifying dance numbers and catchy hits like “Holding Out for a Hero” and “Almost Paradise” to the stage. The show received four Tony Award nominations, including Best Book of a Musical and Best Original Score. Follow the story of a city boy who shakes up a small, conservative town and inspires everyone to find their own voice. Get ready to dance in the aisles and celebrate the power of individuality and freedom!

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Nunsense
2025-08-04 19:30 - 21:30 (America/Denver) | Rocky Mountain Repertory Theatre, 800 Grand Ave, Grand Lake, CO, 80447, United States
Nunsense
Playing Dates: Opens September 5, 2025

A Musical Comedy
Book, Music, and Lyrics by Dan Goggin
Prepare for a laugh-out-loud, heavenly comedy with Nunsense, a musical conceived by Dan Goggin. Join the Little Sisters of Hoboken convent as they put on a talent show filled with hilarity, music, and delightful mischief! With uproarious humor and catchy tunes, this Off-Broadway sensation has received non-stop accolades since its premiere. A habit doesn’t always make the nun, as the sisters prove with their sinfully entertaining evening. Get ready for pure joy from curtain up to the final bow!

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Glass Fusing Classes
2025-08-04 22:00 - 23:00, 2025-08-05 22:00 - 23:00, 2025-08-07 22:00 - 23:00, 2025-08-08 22:00 - 23:00, 2025-08-09 22:00 - 23:00, 2025-08-10 22:00 - 23:00, 2025-08-11 22:00 - 23:00 UTC | Lonesome Stone Pottery, 946 Co Rd 60, Granby, 80446, United States
Discover the art of glass fusing with a series of workshops at the Rocky Mountain Folk School. From beginner-friendly projects to advanced techniques, these classes offer something for every level of creativity.
• Glass Fusing for Beginners – Learn the fundamentals while creating your own unique glass piece.
• Glass Fusion for Two – Spend a fun evening side by side designing your own fused glass pieces in this date night class.
• Watercolor Technique – An intermediate workshop exploring painterly effects in glass.• Butterfly Vase – Design a sculptural vase through a two-step kiln process.
All classes are taught by glass artist Linda Dewey at Lonesome Stone Pottery in Granby. Dates are flexible. Please visit the registration site for details, pricing, and to sign up.
Register by going to https://rockymountainfolkschool.org/classes/

Pottery Classes For Adults - Tuesdays
2025-08-05 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-08-12 18:00 - 20:00 UTC | Rocky Mountain Folk School Building, 315 Pitkin Ave, Grand Lake, CO, 80447, United States
Cost: $175 (includes all supplies)
Level: All experience levels
Instructor: Patty Alandar
Location: RMFS Building – 315 Pitkin Ave, Grand Lake, CO
Enjoy the satisfaction of working with clay – whether you’re a beginner, experienced or need a refresher from years ago. In this class you can hand-build using the extruder, slab roller and make pinch pots. You can also learn to use the wheel. It’s an open-ended class where you can make whatever you like – sculpture, functional pottery, jewelry, wall pieces and wherever else your imagination takes you. Clay and tools provided.
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Frozen
2025-08-05 18:00 - 20:30, 2025-08-08 20:00 - 22:30 (America/Denver) | Rocky Mountain Repertory Theatre, 800 Grand Ave, Grand Lake, CO, 80447, United States
Disney’s Frozen: The Broadway Musical
Playing Dates: Opens June 6, 2025

Music and Lyrics by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez
Book by Jennifer Lee
Originally directed on Broadway by Michael Grandage
Step into the enchanting world of Arendelle and join Elsa, Anna, and Olaf in this heartwarming tale of sisterly love and magical adventures! This Broadway adaptation of Disney’s beloved film features dazzling special effects and unforgettable songs like “Let It Go.” Nominated for several Tony Awards, including Best Musical, it brings the magic of Disney closer than ever. Prepare to discover the true meaning of family and courage as you journey through this mesmerizing winter wonderland!

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GRAND LAKE GOURD PATCH
2025-08-06 16:00 - 19:00 UTC | Rocky Mountain Folk School Building, 315 Pitkin Ave, Grand Lake, CO, 80447, United States
Gourd Birdhouses
GRAND LAKE GOURD PATCH
(GOURD CLUB)
Dates: Every Wednesday in 2024 (4pm-7pm)
Cost: $25 per year (this is the membership payment which includes paints, wood carving and burning tools. Gourds are available for purchase through Linda Troute, or you can bring your own).
Level: Intermediate
Location: 315 Pitkin Dr, Grand Lake, CO 80447
*Note: initial gourd class is required to join the Gourd Patch (Club).
Are you passionate about gourding and looking to deepen your craft while connecting with fellow enthusiasts? The Rocky Mountain Folk School’s Gourd Patch (Club) Membership is the perfect opportunity for you. For just $25 per year, membership grants you access to a vibrant community of gourders who meet every Tuesday from 4pm-7pm at the folk school.
This informal gathering is more of a hangout than a class, providing a relaxed environment to work on your gourd projects. The membership fee primarily contributes to stocking up on essential materials such as gourds, bedazzles, paints, wood burning and carving tools, ensuring you have everything you need for your gourding endeavors. Whether you’re a seasoned gourd artist or just starting, the Gourd Patch (Club) welcomes you to join in and create beautiful gourd art together.
*PLEASE NOTE: To become a member of the Gourd Patch (Club), you must have taken a gourd class – either in the past or the newly introduced “GourdCraft 101: Your Gateway to the Gourd Patch (Club)” class listed below.
The GourdCraft 101 class runs concurrently with the club meetings and serves as a fundamental introduction to gourd art. Led by the experienced gourd instructor Linda, GourdCraft 101 provides one-on-one guidance, teaching you the basics of tool usage and gourd design. The class fee includes one gourd, ensuring you’re equipped with the knowledge and skills to fully enjoy your time in the Gourd Patch (Club). Secure your spot in this exciting community by registering for the GourdCraft 101 class and dive into the world of gourding with the Rocky Mountain Folk School!
To register or find out more please go to https://rockymountainfolkschool.org/gourd-club/

Summer Concerts in the Park
2025-08-06 17:00 - 19:00 UTC | Grand Lake Town Park, 1025 Grand Ave, Grand Lake, 80447, United States
Our always-popular free summer concert series will again be held in the Grand Lake Town Park on Wednesday evenings, from 5 – 7 pm, from July 2 – September 3.
Family friendly free concerts. Bring a chair or blanket, grab your dinner, and enjoy.
Here’s a sneak peek at the line-up so far –
July 2: Roots & Rhythm Duo
July 9: Tight Like That
July 16: Joe R and the Ice Box Sound
July 23: The Bluegrass Campers
July 30: Naked Dawn
August 6: Rooster Blackspur
August 13: Blood Sugar
August 20: Mad Dog Blues
August 27: Peggy Mann and Friends
September 3: Matt Brown
To secure your spot, register now at grandartscouncil.org/events. Don’t miss out on this fantastic holiday entertainment in the heart of Grand Lake!

Guys and Dolls
2025-08-06 19:30 - 22:00, 2025-08-09 20:00 - 22:30, 2025-08-11 18:00 - 20:30 (America/Denver) | Rocky Mountain Repertory Theatre, 800 Grand Ave, Grand Lake, CO, 80447, United States
Guys and Dolls
Playing Dates: Opens June 20, 2025

A Musical Fable of Broadway
Based a story and characters of Damon Runyon
Music and Lyrics by Frank Loesser
Book by Jo Swerling and Abe Burrows
Welcome to the bustling streets of 1950s New York City in Guys and Dolls, a musical comedy classic since its release. With music and lyrics by Frank Loesser, this show features iconic tunes like “Luck Be a Lady” and “Sit Down, You’re Rockin’ the Boat.” Winner of the Tony Award for Best Musical in 1951, Guys and Dolls captures the charm of its era while following the adventures of gamblers and showgirls as love and luck collide. Dive into this delightful romp and see why it’s considered one of the greatest musicals of all time!

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Juniper Library Storytime
2025-08-07 10:30 - 11:00 UTC | Juniper Library, 316 Garfield St., Grand Lake, 80447
Event Details
Join Miss Amy for a Valentines themed storytime filled with a fun, interactive, early literacy program designed for children under the age of 5 years. Come to socialize, read books, sing songs along with fingerplay, and familiarize your child with the wonderful world of the library! Please call 627-8353 for more information.
Event Type(s): Storytime
Age Group(s): 0-Preschool
Presenter: Amy Chamberlin
Sue Luton
(970) 627-8353
junilib@gcld.org

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Juniper's Afterschool Fun
2025-08-07 17:00 - 18:00 UTC | Juniper Library, 316 Garfield St., Grand Lake, 80447
Event Details

Elementary-high school aged students are welcome. Come join us on Thursdays, 5-6 PM. Game Night! Volunteers help run this program so please let us know if you can help! Space is limited. Registration is required so please sign-up ahead of time by going to gcld.org – programs – “view more”.
Thank you

Event Type(s): Afterschool Program
Age Group(s): Elementary, Young Adult/Teen
Presenter: Sue & Amy
Juniper Library
(970) 627-8353
junilib@gcld.org

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Grand Lake Historic Walking Tours
2025-08-08 15:00 - 16:00 (America/Denver) | Kauffman House Museum, 407 Pitkin Street, Grand Lake, CO, 80447, United States
Grand Lake Historic Walking Tours
Dates:Fridays: June 14, 21, 28Saturdays: July 5, 12, and every Saturday through September 4Time: 3:00 PM – 4:00 PMCheck-in: 15 minutes prior to start time at the Kauffman House Museum (407 Pitkin St., Grand Lake, CO)Cost: $10 per person, $25 per familyPresented by: Grand Lake Area Historical Society
Step back in time and explore Grand Lake’s rich and colorful history with a guided walking tour led by local experts. These one-hour tours highlight the stories, structures, and people that shaped our mountain town.
Beginning at the historic Kauffman House Museum, you’ll stroll through Grand Lake’s scenic downtown and historic neighborhoods, discovering fascinating facts and untold tales along the way.
Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a long-time resident, the Historic Walking Tour offers a fresh perspective on the heart of Colorado’s oldest resort town. Space is limited—please arrive early to check in.
All proceeds support the preservation efforts of the Grand Lake Area Historical Society.

It's Happening at the House! The Community House!
2025-08-12 18:30 - 20:00 UTC | Grand Lake Community House, 1026 Park Avenue, Grand Lake, 80447, United States
Join us every 2nd Tuesday of the month at 6:30 pm at the Grand Lake Community House for an enriching evening with the Grand Lake Area Historical Society. Our special guest speaker is to be determined (check Grand Lake Historical Website for updates on who the guest speaker is going to be each month).
This monthly event takes place at the Community House, where history comes alive through engaging narratives. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with the community and uncover the treasures of our past.
As always, these events are free of charge, emphasizing our commitment to making history accessible to everyone. We welcome your generous donations to support the Eslick Store Restoration, contributing to the transformation of the Welcome Center at the Cottage Court History Park. Join us for an evening of delightful desserts and terrific history – a perfect combination to celebrate and preserve our shared heritage.
To check donate or to learn more about the Grand Lake Area Historical Society, click this link:Learn More
