Pottery Classes For Adults - Tuesdays
2025-04-01 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-04-08 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-04-15 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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Glass Fusing Classes
2025-04-01 22:00 - 23:00, 2025-04-03 22:00 - 23:00, 2025-04-04 22:00 - 23:00, 2025-04-05 22:00 - 23:00, 2025-04-06 22:00 - 23:00, 2025-04-07 22:00 - 23:00, 2025-04-08 22:00 - 23:00, 2025-04-10 22:00 - 23:00 UTC and 5 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/

GRAND LAKE GOURD PATCH
2025-04-02 16:00 - 19:00, 2025-04-09 16:00 - 19:00, 2025-04-16 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/

Juniper Library Storytime
2025-04-03 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-04-10 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
2025-04-03 17:00 - 18:00, 2025-04-10 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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Pottery for Child/Adult
2025-04-04 10:00 - 23:15, 2025-04-11 10:00 - 11:15 UTC | 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.
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Pottery Class For Adults - Mondays
2025-04-07 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-04-14 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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It's Happening at the House! The Community House!
2025-04-08 18:30 - 19:30 (America/Denver) | CO
Join us Tuesday, April 8th at 6:30 pm at the Grand Lake Community House for an enriching evening with the Grand Lake Area Historical Society! This month’s special guest is none other than historian Dave Lively. Dive into Grand Lake’s rich past as Dave brings history to life with fascinating stories and insights you won’t want to miss. Whether you’re a history buff or just love learning about our town’s incredible heritage, this is the perfect opportunity to connect with the past in an engaging and unforgettable way!
This monthly event brings our community together through the power of storytelling, set in the historic charm of the Community House. And yes — there will be delightful desserts!
As always, this event is free and open to the public. Donations are welcome and go directly toward the Eslick Store Restoration, helping transform it into a new Welcome Center at the Cottage Court History Park.
To donate or learn more about the Grand Lake Area Historical Society, click here: https://grandlakehistory.org/grand-lake-area-historical-society/donate/

It's Happening at the House! The Community House!
2025-04-08 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

Weaving Workshop Intro
2025-04-12 13:00 - 16:00 (America/Denver) | Rocky Mountain Folk School, 315 Pitkin St, Grand Lake (Grand County), CO, 80447, United States
Date: Sat, April 12, 2025 (11am – 3pm)
Cost: $165 (includes materials)
Level: Beginners; 18+
Instructor: Becky Pollard
Location: RMFS Building – 315 Pitkin Ave, Grand Lake, CO

*Registration ends on April 5, 2024
In this class you will learn how to create a woven wall hanging start to finish. At the end of the class you will be able to take home your weaving to display in your home!
We will begin by learning how to warp a loom. We will then move on to mastering the different types of woven stitches and weaving techniques. I will do demonstrations for the class and then allow you to work on your piece independently while I observe and answer questions. After you have finished your piece we will learn how to tie off loose ends and take the piece off of the loom. Once complete you will be able to take your piece home!
Choose from 4 color choices: clouds in my coffee (white), gold dust woman (yellow), ocean eyes (blue), and raspberry beret (reddish pink)
Feel free to bring along your favorite snacks and drinks (non-alcoholic) to enjoy during the workshop! Make yourself comfortable and enjoy a relaxed, creative atmosphere. To sign up click here
