July 5, 2012
127th Meeker Range Call
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Ultimate Disc Open
Colorado Springs hosts the first Ultimate Disc Open. As many as 600 of the world’s best Ultimate disc athletes will play on 24 teams in three divisions – Open, Women’s and Mixed. The inaugural international contest takes place in July.
To learn more details please visit www.USAFA.af.mil
112th Annual Cattlemen’s Days
People who love the authenticity of The West should plan on attending the 112th annual Cattlemen’s Days at the Fred R. Field Western Heritage Center and various venues around Gunnison. The event features a county fair, parade, live music and dancing, a horse show, cowboy poetry, horse races, and of course rodeo events sanctioned by the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA). Activities are spread throughout the 11 days of Cattlemen’s Days festivities, with rodeos scheduled for the evenings of July 12 – 14. For more information, call the Gunnison County Chamber of Commerce at (800) 814-8893 or visit www.cattlemensdays.com.
Urban Market Denver
The Urban Market is a great place to shop in Denver. At the market you will find an amazing array of local arts and crafts sold direct by the artist, clothing, jewelry, antiques, furniture, holistic services, unique treasures, delicious food, and just about anything else you could want. Come out and have fun in the sun while supporting your local artists, businesses, and community at Denver’s premier outdoor shopping paradise.
16th Annual Crested Butte Music Festival
The 2012 festival will showcase outstanding performers from all over the world and internationally acclaimed performers such as Boston Brass, American String Quartet, jazz legend Junior Mance and opera stars Marcello Giordani and Samuel Ramey. Celebrating its 16th year, CBMF also has bluegrass, opera and gypsy jazz mini-festivals that are part of the larger event. Mozart’s opera “The Magic Flute,” a free family concert series on Saturdays, five home soirée concerts and much more are on this dynamic event’s six-week schedule. For more information and tickets, call (970) 349-0619 or visit www.crestedbuttemusicfestival.com.
Grand Junction Farmer’s Markets
(June 14-Sept. 20, Main Street, Grand Junction): Fresh produce, handcrafted items, specialty retailers, entertainment every Thursday evening.
Trillium Restaurant – Summertime Happy Hour
Come enjoy happy hour at Trillium restaurant’s Cloud Bar for indulgent cocktails and delectable appetizers six days a week all summer long. Trillium is a perfect spot to start a great evening out.
Happy Hour is every week at the Bar, Lounge, or Patio from 5-7 PM Tuesday–Saturday, and 5-9 PM Sunday. Trillium is closed on Mondays.
Full Happy Hour menu can be found at the following link: http://www.trilliumdenver.com/happy-hour/
Native American Dances at the Cortez Cultural Center
Enjoy a cross-cultural experience at the Cortez Center, 25 N. Market Street in Cortez. With our Native American dances Monday through Saturday 7 p.m. starting May 25,2012 through Labor Day Weekend. Admission is Free. The dances are supported by a grant from Mesa Verde Country. Also visit the centers gift shop, featuring Native American and Southwestern merchandise. Call 970-565-1151. Learn about a variety of dance styles, traditions, and regalia, from cultures including the Ute, Navajo, Lakota, and Pueblo.
