Grand Lake Creative District

Pottery Class For Adults - Thursdays
2026-01-15 17:00 - 19:00 UTC | Rocky Mountain Folk School Building, 315 Pitkin Ave, Grand Lake, CO, 80447, United States
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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Summer Concerts in the Park
2026-01-15 17:00 - 19:00 UTC | Grand Lake Town Park, 1025 Grand Ave, Grand Lake, 80447, United States
Grand Lake Town Park Gazebo

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 1 – September 2.
In the event of rain or electrical storm (not good for the musician’s electronics), we attempt to move into the Community House (still in Town Park).
Last minute details are posted on our Facebook and Instagram Pages.
Family friendly free concerts. Bring a chair or blanket, grab your dinner, and enjoy.
Here’s the line-up, still a work-in-progress
July 1:Roots & Rhythm
July 8: Tight Like That
July 15: Rooster Blackspur
July 22: You Knew Me When
July 29: The Bluegrass Campers
August 5: Brittany Jean
August 12:
August 19:
August 26: Peggy Mann and Friends
September 2:

Glass Fusing Classes
2026-01-15 22:00 - 23:00, 2026-01-16 22:00 - 23:00, 2026-01-17 22:00 - 23:00, 2026-01-18 22:00 - 23:00, 2026-01-19 22:00 - 23:00, 2026-01-20 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/

Woodturning Workshop
2026-01-16 08:30 - 16:30, 2026-01-17 08:30 - 16:00 (America/Denver) | Rocky Mountain Folk School Building, 315 Pitkin Ave, Grand Lake, CO, 80447, United States
Date: Fri & Sat, Jan 16th and Jan 17th, 2025 (8:30am-4:30pm)
Cost: $200 (materials are included..lunch is not provided..bring sack lunch)
• 1 Day option: $100/day
Level: All experience levels
Instructor: Dennis Fanning
Location: Wood Shop located around Lake Granby, CO – exact address will be provided to you in an email after registration.
Ready to create something beautiful with your own two hands? Step up to the lathe and explore the ancient, meditative art of woodturning at the Rocky Mountain Folk School.
Under the expert guidance of master woodworker Dennis Fanning—who brings over 30 years of experience—you’ll learn to transform raw wood into one-of-a-kind pieces.
Day 1 -Spindle work: Learn the fundamentals of spindle turning is about starting with a square piece of stock and turning it round and then adding beads and coves to add interest. Projects include spatulas, spoons, juice meddlers, honey dippers, mortar and pestle and rolling pins.
Day 2- Faceplate Work: This day will be about turning hollow form shapes, like bowls and plates and working across the grain , developing control over curves and symmetric forms. Learn how to hold and mount wood on the lathe by using faceplates, screw chucks, scroll chucks, and jam chucks. You will be creating both functional and artistic items to take home.
Register now: https://rockymountainfolkschool.org/classes/

Leather Belt Making Workshop
2026-01-17 17:00 - 20:00, 2026-01-18 17:00 - 20:00, 2026-01-19 17:00 - 20:00, 2026-01-20 17:00 - 20:00 UTC | Rocky Mountain Folk School, 315 Pitkin St, Grand Lake (Grand County), CO, 80447, United States
Date: CALL 970-531-1395 to request a date
Cost: $135 (materials are included..1 day class)
Level/Age: All Experience Levels
Instructor: Isaac Baugher
Location: RMFS Building – 315 Pitkin Ave, Grand Lake, CO
Create a custom leather belt from start to finish in this hands-on 2.5-hour workshop! You’ll learn the basics of leather tooling and construction as you craft a belt that fits your style and size. The design and carving are entirely up to you—whether it’s your initials, a western motif, or a freeform pattern, this is your chance to make something uniquely yours. Walk away with a belt that’s not only functional but a piece of wearable art.
This class is perfect for beginners and experienced leatherworkers alike, as Isaac will guide you through every step, from tooling techniques to the final assembly. All materials needed to complete your belt are included in the course.
Don’t miss this opportunity to make something special with your own hands!
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Leather Tooling for Intermediate
2026-01-18 17:30 - 19:00, 2026-01-19 17:30 - 19:00 UTC | Grand Lake Community House, 1026 Park Avenue, Grand Lake, 80447, United States
Date: call 9705311395 request date
Cost: $90 (materials are included… MUST have taken the Beginners Tooling Workshop)
Level: Intermediate
Instructor: Isaac Baugher
Location: Grand Lake Center: 301 Marina Dr, Grand Lake, CO 80447
Take your leather tooling skills to the next level with Isaac Baugher in this Intermediate Tooling Workshop!
In this two-hour session, participants will refine the techniques learned in the beginner’s class and apply them to create a beautifully tooled floral design, ready to display on the wall. This workshop focuses on honing your skills with detailed instruction on advanced tool handling and design techniques.
This class is designed for participants who have completed the Beginner’s Tooling course.
Bring your own tools or use the ones provided in class. Join us and elevate your craftsmanship while creating a project you’ll be proud to show off!

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Leather Tooling for Beginners
2026-01-18 17:30 - 19:00, 2026-01-19 17:30 - 19:00 UTC | Rocky Mountain Folk School Building, 315 Pitkin Ave, Grand Lake, CO, 80447, United States
Date: CALL 9705311395 TO REQUEST DATE
Cost: $115 (materials are included)
Level: All experience levels
Instructor: Isaac Baugher
Location: Grand Lake Center: 301 Marina Dr, Grand Lake, CO 80447
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.
Folk School Site: REGISTER

Kids Leather Tooling & Bracelet Class
2026-01-18 17:30 - 19:00, 2026-01-19 17:30 - 19:00 UTC | Rocky Mountain Folk School, 315 Pitkin St, Grand Lake (Grand County), CO, 80447, United States
Date: CALL 970-531-1395 TO REQUEST A DATE
Cost: $50 (materials are included..1 day class)
Level/Age: All Experience Levels/ 10 and up
Instructor: Isaac Baugher
Location: RMFS Building – 315 Pitkin Ave, Grand Lake, CO
Join us for a fun and creative 1.5-hour workshop where kids will learn the fundamentals of leather tooling! In this interactive class, young artists will explore their creativity by designing and crafting their very own leather bracelet. All tools and materials are included. By the end of the class, students will take home a one-of-a-kind bracelet and their very first tooled leather pieces. This is a hands-on experience that will inspire their creativity and introduce them to the world of leatherworking.
This class is perfect for beginners and experienced leatherworkers alike, as Isaac will guide you through every step, from tooling techniques to the final assembly. All materials needed to complete your bracelet are included in the course.
Don’t miss this opportunity to make something special with your own hands!
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Leather Wallet Making Workshop
2026-01-18 17:30 - 20:00, 2026-01-19 17:30 - 20:00 UTC | Grand Lake Center Double Room, 301 Marina Drive, Grand Lake, CO, 80447, United States
Date: call 9705311395 to request a date
Cost: $135 (materials are included)
Level/Age: All Experience Levels
Instructor: Isaac Baugher
Location: Grand Lake Center: 301 Marina Dr, Grand Lake, CO 80447
Create your own handcrafted wallet in this fun and interactive workshop led by Isaac Baugher!
In this two-and-a-half-hour session, you’ll learn to tool and assemble a leather wallet from start to finish. Choose between a roper or bifold style and enjoy hands-on instruction as you craft a functional and stylish piece that’s uniquely yours.
This class is perfect for beginners and experienced leatherworkers alike, as Isaac will guide you through every step, from tooling techniques to the final assembly. All materials needed to complete your wallet are included in the course.
Don’t miss this opportunity to make something special with your own hands!
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Custom Sandal-Making Workshop
2026-01-18 17:30 - 20:00, 2026-01-19 17:30 - 20:00 UTC | Rocky Mountain Folk School, 315 Pitkin St, Grand Lake (Grand County), CO, 80447, United States
In this full-day, hands-on workshop, students will design and build a custom pair of sandals from start to finish. Participants may choose between the Leather 7-Hole sandal or the Polyester Hiker style, as featured on the Paisley Running Sandals website. Instruction covers proper foot measurement and fit, cutting and shaping leather or polyester materials, constructing a supportive footbed, and assembling a durable, comfortable sandal. Emphasis is placed on craftsmanship, material selection, and creating well-fitting, wearable footwear. All tools and materials are provided, and no prior experience is required. The workshop runs for one full day (8 hours).

What’s included

All materials to build one custom pair of sandals (leather or polyester, depending on selected style)

Use of all tools and equipment during the workshop

Foot measuring, fitting, and pattern guidance

Supportive footbed materials and assembly components

Take-home finished pair of custom sandals

One full day (8 hours) of hands-on instruction

What’s not included

lunch

Non-alcoholic beverages

snacks

Highlights

Learn from master craftsman and educator Matt Paisley, a fourth-generation woodworker and experienced cobbler with over 15 years of sandal-making practice. Matt brings a hands-on, confidence-building teaching style shaped by his work at ThunderRidge High School.
This workshop blends traditional craftsmanship with modern, trail-tested design. Matt’s sandals have been worn and refined on the trails of Grand Lake and Rocky Mountain National Park, with an emphasis on comfort, durability, and fit.
Offered exclusively in June and July, this limited seasonal workshop is only available during Matt’s summer break, making it a rare opportunity to learn custom sandal-making at the Rocky Mountain Folk School.

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Pottery Class For Adults - Mondays
2026-01-19 13:00 - 15:00 UTC | Rocky Mountain Folk School Building, 315 Pitkin Ave, Grand Lake, CO, 80447, United States

Pottery Classes For Adults - Tuesdays
2026-01-20 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.
REGISTER

Pottery Class For Adults - Tuesdays
2026-01-20 18:00 - 20:00 UTC | Rocky Mountain Folk School Building, 315 Pitkin Ave, Grand Lake, CO, 80447, United States

GRAND LAKE GOURD PATCH
2026-01-21 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/

Pottery Class For Adults - Wednesdays
2026-01-21 18:00 - 20:00 UTC | Rocky Mountain Folk School Building, 315 Pitkin Ave, Grand Lake, CO, 80447, United States

Juniper Library Storytime
2026-01-22 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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