Grand Lake Creative District

Leather Tooling for Beginners
2025-03-04 17:30 - 19:00 UTC | Rocky Mountain Folk School Building, 315 Pitkin Ave, Grand Lake, CO, 80447, United States
Date: Tues, March 4th, 2025 (5:30pm-7pm) OR
Thurs, April 10th, 2025 (5:30pm – 7pm)
Cost: $115 (materials are included)
Level: All experience levels
Instructor: Isaac Baugher
Location: Grand Lake Center: 301 Marina Dr, Grand Lake, CO 80447
*Registration ends on February 25th, 2025. (for March class)
*Registration ends on April 3rd, 2025. (for April class)
Discover the art of leather tooling with Isaac Baugher in this engaging and hands-on class designed for beginners!
Leather tooling is a creative skill that allows you to customize and decorate leather projects with unique designs. In this one-and-a-half-hour session, you’ll dive into the basics of using leatherworking tools and techniques to get you started on your tooling journey.
Under Isaac’s guidance, you’ll learn to work with essential tools like the swivel knife, bevelers, and shaders while exploring foundational techniques that apply to all styles of leather tooling. Whether you’re brand new to leatherworking or looking to brush up on the basics, this class is perfect for all skill levels.
Tools will be provided during the class, but if you have your own, feel free to bring them along! Come ready to learn, create, and be inspired.

Register Now

Folk School Site: CLICK HERE

Glass Fusing Classes
2025-03-03 22:00 - 23:00, 2025-03-02 22:00 - 23:00, 2025-03-01 22:00 - 23:00, 2025-02-28 22:00 - 23:00, 2025-02-27 22:00 - 23:00, 2025-02-25 22:00 - 23:00, 2025-02-24 22:00 - 23:00, 2025-02-23 22:00 - 23:00 and 7 more dates | 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 for Child/Adult
2025-02-27 18:30 - 19:45, 2025-02-20 18:30 - 19:45 | Rocky Mountain Folk School Building, 315 Pitkin Ave, Grand Lake, CO, 80447, United States
Session Dates:
• Thur, Feb 20 – Mar 13, 2025 6:30pm-7:45pm), 4 Thursdays
• Fri, April 4 – April 25, 2025 (10am-11:15am), 4 Fridays
Cost: $100 per 1 adult/child $25 for each additional person (includes all supplies)
Level/Age: All experience levels
Instructor: Patty Alandar
Location: RMFS Building – 315 Pitkin Ave, Grand Lake, CO
This is a fun class where adults and children get to create together. There will be handbuilding for one session and everyone gets a chance to try the wheel in the next. We make pottery for the first 2 sessions, glaze at the third and the fourth is to see everyone’s finished pieces and take them home – the last session is a short one. So grab your favorite adult or child and join us! It’s not limited to parent/child pairs.
REGISTER LEARN MORE

Juniper's Afterschool Fun
2025-02-27 17:00 - 18:00, 2025-02-20 17:00 - 18:00 | 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

Pottery Class For Adults - Thursdays
2025-02-27 14:00 - 16:00, 2025-02-20 14:00 - 16:00 | 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.
LEARN MORE
SIGN UP

Juniper Library Storytime
2025-02-27 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-02-20 10:30 - 11:00 | 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

GRAND LAKE GOURD PATCH
2025-02-26 16:00 - 19:00, 2025-02-19 16:00 - 19:00 | 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/

Pottery Classes For Adults - Tuesdays
2025-02-25 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-02-18 18:00 - 20:00 | 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.
REGISTER

Acrylic Paint Pouring – Wandering Straight Pour
2025-02-24 16:00 - 18:30 | Rocky Mountain Folk School Building, 315 Pitkin Ave, Grand Lake, CO, 80447, United States
Acrylic Paint Pouring
Date: Monday, Feb 24, 2025 (4pm-6:30pm)
Cost: $60 (includes materials)
Level/Age: All experience levels; 18+
Instructor: Heather Ferrera
Location: RMFS Building – 315 Pitkin Ave, Grand Lake, CO
Join artist Heather Ferrera for an engaging acrylic paint pouring workshop and master the “Wandering Straight Pour” technique on a 10″ x 20″ canvas. Dive into the mesmerizing process of mixing paints with mediums, layering vibrant colors, and creating intricate fluid designs that flow across the canvas.
Under Heather’s expert guidance, you’ll explore the balance of creativity and control while bringing your unique artistic vision to life. Please note that your finished piece will need ample time to dry; plan to pick it up on Wednesday, February 26th.
Discover the joy of acrylic pouring and create a one-of-a-kind masterpiece in this fun and inspiring class!
TO REGISTER CLICK HERE
FOR MORE INFORMATION CLICK HERE

An Evening of Music
2025-02-15 19:00 - 21:00 | Grand Lake Community House, 1026 Park Avenue, Grand Lake, 80447, United States
Members of the Central City Opera Company will perform selections in the Historic Grand Lake Community House at 7 pm on Saturday, February 15, just for your special Valentines Day.
More details to come, but save the date now.
Seats are first come – first choice.
Your name is your ticket – we do not issue printed tickets.
What a great Valentines treat!
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!
