Glass Fusing Classes
2024-08-25 22:00 - 23:00, 2024-08-26 22:00 - 23:00, 2024-08-27 22:00 - 23:00, 2024-08-29 22:00 - 23:00, 2024-08-30 22:00 - 23:00, 2024-08-31 22:00 - 23:00, 2024-09-01 22:00 - 23:00, 2024-09-02 22:00 - 23:00 UTC and 1 more date | 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
2024-08-27 18:00 - 20:00, 2024-09-03 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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GRAND LAKE GOURD PATCH
2024-08-28 16:00 - 19:00, 2024-09-04 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
2024-08-28 17:00 - 19:00, 2024-09-04 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 3 – September 4.
Family friendly free concerts. Bring a chair or blanket, grab your dinner, and enjoy.
Thanks to the Grand Lake Creative District, Rotary Club of Grand Lake, United Business Bank, Mountain Parks Electric, Grand Pizza and our members for making this possible.
July 3: Joe R and the Ice Box Sound
July 10: Mad Dog Blues
July 17: Tight Like That
July 24: The Bluegrass Campers
July 31: Blood Sugar
August 7: Gary Key
August 14: You Knew Me When
August 21: Peggy Mann and Friends
August 28: Reed Alleman
September 4: Matty 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!

Juniper Library Storytime
2024-08-29 10:30 - 11:00, 2024-09-05 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

For more information: https://gcldco.evanced.info/Signuphttps://gcldco.evanced.info/signup/EventDetailsEventId=19532&backTo=Calendar&startDate=2024/02/01

Pottery Class For Adults - Thursdays
2024-08-29 14:00 - 16:00, 2024-09-05 14:00 - 16:00 UTC | Rocky Mountain Folk School Building, 315 Pitkin Ave, Grand Lake, CO, 80447, United States
Pottery Class For Adults

Session Dates:

• Tue, Jan 7 – Feb 4, 2025 (6pm-8pm), 5 Tuesdays
• Thur, Jan 9 – Feb 6, 2025 (4pm-6pm), 5 Thursdays
• Tue, Feb 18 – March 18, 2025 (6pm-8pm), 5 Tuesdays
• Thur, Feb 20 – March 20, 2025 (4pm-6pm), 5 Thursdays
• Tue, April 1 – April 29, 2025 (6pm-8pm), 5 Tuesdays
• Thur, April 3 – May 1, 2025 (4pm-6pm), 5 Thursdays
• Tue, May 13 – June 10, 2025 (6pm-8pm), 5 Tuesdays
• Thur, May 15 – June 12, 2025 (4pm-6pm), 5 Thursdays
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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Juniper's Afterschool Fun
2024-08-29 17:00 - 18:00, 2024-09-05 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

For more information: https://gcldco.evanced.info/Signuphttps://gcldco.evanced.info/signup/EventDetailsEventId=19532&backTo=Calendar&startDate=2024/02/01

I Left My Heart: A Salute to the Music of Tony Bennett
2024-08-30 20:00 - 22:30, 2024-08-31 20:00 - 22:30, 2024-09-01 14:00 - 16:30 (America/Denver) | Rocky Mountain Repertory Theatre, 800 Grand Ave, Grand Lake, CO, 80447, United States
Playing Dates: Opens August 30th

Created by David Grapes and Todd Olson
Arrangements by Vince di Mura
Featuring four decades of music, I Left My Heart: A Salute to the Music of Tony Bennett has Bennett’s early top-40 hits, jazz recordings with Basie, Stan Getz, and Bill Evans, torch songs, film scores, all the way to his now infamous MTV unplugged, which introduced him to a whole new generation of listeners.
Interspersed with biographical tidbits and anecdotes, I Left My Heart highlights 40 Bennett standards including “Rags to Riches”, “Put on a Happy Face”, “The Good Life”, “The Best is Yet to Come”, and, of course, “I Left My Heart in San Francisco.” This enduring music, coupled with the fall colors, will be a fantastic September outing!

Get your tickets now at: Buy Tickets

Grand Lake Area Historical Society Historic Walking Tours
2024-08-31 15:00 - 16:00 (America/Denver) | Kauffman House Museum, 407 Pitkin Street, Grand Lake, CO, 80447, United States
Step back in time and join us for an enriching journey through Grand Lake’s storied past! Starting Saturday, May 25th, the Grand Lake Area Historical Society will kick off their captivating Historic Walking Tours. Gather at the iconic Kaufman House at 3:00 PM, where our knowledgeable guides will lead you on a fascinating expedition, unraveling the rich tapestry of our town’s history. Explore the nooks and crannies of our beloved community, from its humble beginnings to its vibrant present. Don’t miss this chance to stroll through time and connect with Grand Lake’s heritage! Be there 15 minuets early. Admission is $10 per person or $25 for families.
For all the details on Grand Lake Area Historical Society events click: Info

Pine Needle Rim For Your Gourd
2024-08-31 15:30 - 18:30 UTC | Rocky Mountain Folk School Building, 315 Pitkin Ave, Grand Lake, CO, 80447, United States
Pine Needle Rim For Your Gourd
Date: Aug 31, 2024 (3:30pm-6:30pm)
Cost: $100 (non-gourd patch members); $30 (gourd patch members)
Level: Beginner & Intermediate
Instructor: Karen Smith & Linda Troute
Location: RMFS Building – 315 Pitkin Ave, Grand Lake, CO
Dive into the world of gourd art by learning how to create a beautiful pine needle rim for your gourds. Whether you’ve admired gourd vases with intricate pine needle accents or are entirely new to this craft, this workshop offers a fantastic opportunity to enhance the organic beauty of your gourds. The technique of pine needle coiling is straightforward and requires only a few tools and strong hands. Additionally, you’ll learn how to use alcohol inks to add vibrant colors and unique designs to your gourds.
Under the expert guidance of Karen Smith and Linda Troute, who bring over 10 years of combined experience in gourd art, you’ll master the process of creating your pine needle gourd rim. All necessary materials will be provided, but feel free to bring any personal embellishments to add a unique touch to your design. Please note that you will need to bring a dusk mask and an apron to protect yourself while working with the materials.
Join us for a fun and creative experience that will delight your senses and leave you with a stunning piece of gourd art. Whether for personal enjoyment or as a handmade gift, your pine needle rimmed gourd will be a treasured creation. This workshop is a wonderful opportunity to immerse yourself in a traditional craft and learn new techniques in a supportive and inspiring environment.
To register or find out more please go to https://rockymountainfolkschool.org/classes/#pine-needle-rim

Tombstone Tales
2024-09-01 09:00 - 17:00 UTC | Gateway Inn, 120 Lake Ave, Grand Lake, 80447, United States
The 2024 theme is First Ladies of Grand Lake: the women who have made Grand Lake the place we have loved for over 100 years.
Tickets are $15 per person, and all participants will need a ticket with a specific tour time. Children 5 and younger free, children 6-12 accompanied by an adult, are $5.
The Gateway Inn does not have tickets for sale. Remaining tickets will be for sale in the Gateway Inn parking lot after 10:30.
All tours start and end at the Gateway Inn. Please arrive at the Gateway Inn about 10 minutes prior to your tour time to board a van to get to the Cemetery. There is no parking at the Cemetery.
You will be walking on uneven ground in the Cemetery. Plan about 1 1/2 hours from the time you leave the parking lot until you return.
Bring your own water or buy a bottle before you board the van. There are no restroom facilities at the Cemetery.
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!

Beginning Stained Glass
2024-09-01 16:00 - 18:30 UTC | Rocky Mountain Folk School Building, 315 Pitkin Ave, Grand Lake, CO, 80447, United States
Date:
• July 28, 2024 (1pm-3:30pm)
• Aug 4, 2024 (5pm-7:30pm)
• Aug 11, 2024 (5pm-7:30pm)
• Aug 25, 2024 (5pm-7:30pm)
• Sun, Sep 1, 2024 (4pm-6:30pm)
• Sun, Sep 15, 2024 (4pm-6:30pm)
• Sun, Sep 22, 2024 (2pm-4:30pm)
Cost: $90 (includes materials for 1 Sunday session)
Level/Age: All experience levels; 18+
Instructor: TJ Daring
Location: RMFS Building – 315 Pitkin Ave, Grand Lake, CO

Unlock the vibrant world of stained-glass art in our immersive beginning stained-glass class. Whether you’re a seasoned artist looking to expand your horizons or a complete novice eager to explore a new creative outlet, this class is the perfect starting point.
What you’ll learn:

Fundamentals of stained glass: gain a solid understanding of the materials tools used in stained glass creation.
Technique and skills: learn essential techniques such as cutting, grinding, foiling, and soldering glass pieces.
Design principles: discover how to design, plan, and execute a stunning stained-glass project.
Safety procedures: understand the importance of safety practices to ensure a fun and hazard free environment

Why join us?

Hands on experience: engage in practical hands-on lessons that will have you creating your own stained-glass piece by the end of the course
Expert instruction: receive personalized guidance from our experienced instructor, TJ Daring who is passionate about sharing her craft.
Creative community: connect with like minded individuals and become part of a supportive community of aspiring artist to showcase your new skills and creativity.

Take your art home and complete a beautiful stained-glass piece to showcase your new skills and creativity. Please wear closed toe shoes as you will be working with glass and please let the instructor know if you are on blood thinners.

Opportunities to advance: want to do more complex pieces? We invite you to come back each week or for private or advanced group lessons to tackle bigger more complex projects reach out to the program coordinator, Gillian Butler at 970-531-1395

Register by going to https://secure.rec1.com/CO/grand-lake-co/catalog

Acrylic Pouring – Ball Ornaments
2024-09-03 17:00 - 19:00 UTC | Rocky Mountain Folk School Building, 315 Pitkin Ave, Grand Lake, CO, 80447, United States
Acrylic Pouring Ball Ornament
Date: Monday, Dec 2, 2024 & Tuesday Dec 3, 2024 (4pm-6pm)
Cost: $70 (includes all materials)
Level/Age: All experience levels; 16+
Instructor: Heather Ferrera
Location: RMFS Building – 315 Pitkin Ave, Grand Lake, CO
Create your own dazzling holiday ornaments and a unique pendant!
In this two-day workshop, each participant will paint five metallic ball ornaments and one pendant using the mesmerizing art of acrylic pouring. On Day 1, you’ll pour metallic acrylic paints onto the ornaments and pendant, creating swirling, abstract designs that are truly one-of-a-kind. On Day 2, we’ll apply a glossy “liquid glass” seal to preserve and protect your creations, and you’ll have the option to further customize them with paint pens—whether it’s adding your name, a personal design, or holiday flair.
This fun and festive workshop is perfect for all skill levels and offers a unique way to add personal, handmade touches to your holiday decorations!

To register go to: Class Sign Up!
