FUN AFTER 50 Senior Center Activities FUN AFTER 50 Senior Center Activities

Senior Recreation Center activities

550 Ouray Ave., Grand Junct. 970-243-7408

Registration is required for all activities. To register for programs, call 970-858-0360 or visit Fruita.org/parksrec/page/seniors

Food

Meals on Wheels

Adults 60+ can enjoy a quality nutritious meal in the Cherry Room. Call 970298-9844 to reserve your meal by 4 p.m. the previous business day. No walk-ins.

12 p.m. | Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays

Senior Potluck

Bring a shareable dish to accompany the main course or pay just $3! RSVP by noon the Monday before.

12 p.m. | August 3, 17 & 31 | $3 if no dish

Food for Thought: Peaches

Bring your favorite recipe to share.

1 p.m. | August 28 | Free Taco Social

Feast on tacos while watching a movie.

4-7 p.m. | August 25

HIKES & TRIPS

Hiking 101

Come learn some important safety tips for our hikes.

2 p.m. | August 4 | Free

Rifle Falls Adventure

Travel to Rifle Falls State Park to view the stunning triple 70-foot waterfall. Continue for a 1.5-mile loop looking for small limestone caves and area wildlife. Register by August 2.

8:30 a.m. | August 9 | $65

Mesa Lakes Hike

Hike 2.8 miles on a moderate trail around Mesa Lakes in search of wildlife and wildflowers. Meet at the Senior Center and follow each other to the trailhead. Bring a sack lunch.

8:30 a.m. | August 15 | $5

Ruby Canyon Raft/River Float

Spend your day floating the Ruby Canyon portion of the Colorado River. Life jackets and lunch will be provided. Bring a camera, bug spray, water and sunblock. Trip includes lunch. Meet at Rimrock Adventures. Register by August 16.

7:45 a.m. | August 24 | $135

To register for these programs, call the Grand Junction Parks and Recreation Department at 970-254-3866 or visit GJParksAndRec.org

AUGUST 21-27

Western Colorado Senior Games

This epic week-long competition for athletes 50+ has something for everyone! Sign up before August 1.

Fitness

10-punch passes are $60 and interchangeable for Gentle Yoga, Tai Chi or Yoga in the Park.

Goat Yoga

Find joy as you play with goats and do some gentle yoga. Bring a mat, sunscreen and water. Advance registration required.

8:30-10 a.m. | August 12 & 26 | Mesa County Fairgrounds Gazebo | $20

Latin Salsa Dance (English & Español)

This class will build upon skills throughout the month-long sessions.

6-7 p.m. | Tuesdays & Thursdays | Lincoln Park Barn | $6 (discount when you register for session)

Kindred Nature Walk

Spend the morning enjoying this 37-acre open space park that allows for easy walking up to 2 miles on a natural dirt trail. Meet at the Senior Center and follow each other to the trailhead.

8:30 a.m. | August 29 | $5

ART

Brilliant Brushes Painting Class

Show off your painting skills in this step-by-step class in the Peach Room. Register by August 11.

2 p.m. | August 18 | $10

Games

Play Scrabble, pinochle, board games and more all month long at the Senior Center.

Gentle Yoga

Develop flexibility of mind and body in a fun, supportive environment.

8-9 a.m. | Tuesdays & Fridays | Lincoln Park Barn | $8

Yoga in the Park

This low-impact yoga class allows you to improve flexibility, balance and strength. Bring a mat.

10-11 a.m. | 2nd, 3rd, 4th Wednesdays | Rocket Park | $8

Tai Chi

Slow circular movements, breath control and relaxation techniques help reduce stress, anxiety and sleep difficulties.

8:30-9:30 a.m. Wednesdays | 9-10 a.m. Thursdays | Lincoln Park Barn | $8

SPLASH Aqua Aerobics

Moderate intensity activities incorporate pool noodles, hand paddles and water weights. Silver Sneakers accepted.

8:30-9:30 a.m. Monday, Wednesday, Friday |

5:30-6:30 p.m. Tuesday & Thursday | Orchard Mesa Pool | $5

Open to adults 50 and older 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Saturday.

MONDAY

9:00 a.m. Cribbage & Games

10:00 a.m. Computer Classes

12:00 p.m. Canasta

1:00 p.m. Card Bingo 6:00 p.m. Game Night

TUESDAY

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WEDNESDAY 9:00 a.m. Games 9:30 a.m. Pool

1:00 p.m. Pinochle Call 970-243-7408 before 9 a.m. to play Pinochle

THURSDAY

9:00 a.m. Games

10:00 a.m. Craft Share 12:00 p.m. Pokeno 2:00 p.m. Computer Classes 1:00 p.m. Rummikub

FRIDAY 9:00 a.m. Pool Tournament & Games 12:00 p.m. Canasta 12:45 p.m. Bridge

SATURDAY

9:00 a.m. Games

10:00 a.m. Tai Chi

1:00 p.m. Bingo

July 29-August 6

Delta County Fair

Summer’s premier event is jam packed with family friendly events, including a free community BBQ, team roping, a ranch rodeo, vendor village with kid’s activities, live music, animal shows, a Dodge Ram rodeo, a parade and much more! See website for complete schedule of events.

Times vary | 403 S. 4th St., Hotchkiss | Free | deltacounty fair.com | 970-874-2199

August 4-6

Harps & Hammer Dulcimers

Retreat

The Harps & Hammer Dulcimer Retreat is designed for beginning acoustic musicians who want to play or need some encouragement and camaraderie. The retreat includes three educational workshops plus meals, and features a special concert by national hammered dulcimer champion Joshua Messick at 7 p.m. Saturday.

See website for times | Montrose | harpsandhammers.com | 970-275-8996

August 5

Joshua Messick

National Hammer Dulcimer Champion Joshua Messick performs at First Presbyterian Church in Montrose. There will be a CD signing and meet and greet after the concert. Doors open at 6 pm. Tickets are available at the door.

7 p.m. | 1840 Niagara Drive, Montrose | $20 | 970-275-8996

August 4

Montrose Music: Bywater Call with Dave’s Fault Head to Montrose Rotary Amphitheater in Cerise Park for a night of electric energy and soulful vocals! Bywater Call was born out of a love for southern soul, blues and roots music and a passion to create a powerful and moving experience for listeners. Gates open at 5 p.m. 6 p.m. | Shanes Way, Montrose | Free | 970-497-8558

August 4-5

Olathe Sweet Corn Festival

August 5

Desert Child at the Candle Factory

Desert Child may well be the best wedding band in the West. Their soulful sound mixes classic rock, country and modern psychedelic. Show up early for some sweet happy hour deals.

7-9 p.m. | 1842 S. Townsend Ave., Montrose | Free | bluecorncafemont rose.com | 970-626-3501

August 8

Sweet 16 Pickleball Fundraiser

Delta Pickleball hosts a fundraising tournament to assist with fellow pickleball player Rick Marion’s medical needs. There will be two divisions (3.0/3.5 and 4.0) with 16 players in each division. All of the proceeds go to helping Rick.

7:30 a.m. | 531 Palmer St., Delta | $30 | 970-874-0923, ext. 421

August 11

Delta Health Fair

Visit with local vendors at Bill Heddles Recreation Center and learn about products and services that can help you stay healthy. Early blood draws take place August 8-11 in Cedaredge, Hotchkiss and Delta. See website for details.

6:30-10:30 a.m. | 531 Palmer St., Delta | deltahealthco.org | 800-217-5866

August 11 will also be for sale at Montrose United Methodist Church.

8 a.m.-1 p.m. | 19 S. Park Ave., Montrose | Free | montroseumc.org | 970-249-3716

August 12

Black Canyon Friends of the NRA Banquet

Join other champions of the Second Amendment at Montrose County Fairgrounds for dinner, games, auctions and a chance to win exclusive NRA guns, gear, décor and collectibles! Social hour and games start at 5 p.m. with dinner and live auction at 6:30 p.m. View auction merchandise online.

5 p.m. | 1001 N. 2nd St., Montrose | $50 | friendsofnra.org | 970-209-8173

August 12-13

FUNC Fest

Feast on free, all-you-can-eat roasted Olathe Sweet Sweet Corn in celebration of the Olathe Sweet Corn Festival’s 33rd anniversary. There will also be a sweet corn-eating contest, karaoke competition, tractor pull, car show, demolition derby, food trucks, beer garden, street dance and live music by Collin Raye and Neon Sky Band.

Starts 6 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. Saturday | Downtown Olathe | $30 adults; $15 kids (12-17), free under 12 | olathesweetcornfest.com

Preserving the Harvest Savoring summer’s freshest fruits, vegetables and herbs well into winter is easy with a little canning and preserving knowledge, which is a lot less intimidating than you think. Join Elizabeth Buckingham at the Cedaredge Library for this free class where you’ll learn the basics, including water bath canning, freezing, pickling and dehydrating. You’ll also taste generous samples of jams, chutneys, salsas, pickles and more. Register early as space is limited.

10:30 a.m. | 180 SW 6th Ave., Cedaredge | Free | deltalibraries.org | 970-399-7674

August 12

Thrift Shop Yard Sale

Shop used housewares, dishes, lamps, toys, tools and more at Grandma’s Attic, a fundraiser yard sale to benefit United Methodist Women. Baked goods and coffee

Calling all water sports enthusiasts to Montrose Water Sports Park in Riverbottom Park for two fun-filled days of activities, both on and off of the water. This family friendly event celebrates our humble little river with a full schedule of water sports competitions, live music, local vendors, a food truck village, beer garden and more! Bring your chairs, hammocks and blankets, and watch how func-y the crowd can get!

9 a.m.- 9 p.m. Saturday; 9 a.m.6p.m. Sunday | 205 Apollo Road, Montrose | Free | visitmontrose. com | 970-252-4880

August 12-13

Ridgway Rendezvous

The Ridgway Rendezvous Art & Craft Festival is known for being one of the most picturesque locations for shoppers and artists and is hailed as one of the best juried art shows of the year. Take shopping breaks to enjoy live music, and bring the grandkids along for fun kid activities. Funds raised help support Weehawken Creative Arts Youth Programs.

9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m.4 p.m. Sunday | Hartwell Park, Ridgway | ridgwayrendezvous.com | 970-318-0150

August 17

A Year In The Canyons Art Show

After a year spent roaming the canyons of Western Colorado, Colorado Canyons Association’s artist in residence Andrea Stolarczyk has created an incredible gallery of artwork from Colorado’s National Conservation Areas. Come see her art at the Yarrow Taproom. Original art, prints and merchandise will be for sale.

5-8 p.m. | 22018 Main St., Austin | coloradocanyonsassociation.org | 970-263-7902

August 18

Open Mic at the Delta Library

Local poet Vonda Harris, author of “Love Letters and Simple Truths,” kicks off this new event by reading excerpts from her work at the Delta Library. Each participant has six minutes to present their family friendly work. If presenting someone else’s work, please give them credit.

6-8 p.m. | 124 E. 6th St., Delta | Free | deltalibraries.org | 970-874-9630

August 19

Monte de Rosas Fiesta

Montrose celebrates its Hispanic heritage with food and a parade during Saturday’s Monte De Rosas’ Fiesta at La Raza Park! Enjoy live entertainment all day long, kids activities, prizes, a beer tent, food trucks and more!

3-10 p.m. | 17 N. 6th St., Montrose | Free | visitmontrose.com | 719-293-5044

August 26

Montrose Health Fair

August 26

Walk to End Alzheimer’s Walk to End Alzheimer’s at Rotary Park in Montrose. This inspiring event calls on participants of all ages and abilities to join the fight against the disease. Register to walk or donate online.

9:30 a.m. | 534 S 12th St., Montrose | act.alz.org | 720-699-9307

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SEPTEMBER

August 27

Old Grand Mesa Gravel Tour

A 40-mile mix of paved roads, gravel and double-track, this tour covers some beautiful backcountry on the Grand Mesa. The ride begins at the bike shop in Cedaredge. Call or visit the website for route information.

9 a.m. | 110 SE Greenwood Ave #2, Cedaredge | $10 | silentcc.com | 970-823-0029 ■

Montrose Regional Health’s health fair is known for connecting the community with reduced-rate blood draws and various screenings to assist the community in monitoring their health. Talk to your provider about which tests may be right for you. Go online to see what’s available and to register for early blood draw events.

6:30-11 a.m. | 1800 Pavilion Drive, Montrose | montrosehealth.com | 970-249-2211

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Alpine Photography Club meets in Class 100 at Colorado Mesa University, 245 S. Cascade, Montrose.

2nd Tuesday | 7-9 p.m. | apcmontroseco@gmail.com

Black Canyon Barbershop Chorus welcomes men of all ages to sing at Olathe United Methodist Church, 518 Hersum Ave.

Thursdays | 7-8:30 p.m. | 970-2101793

Black Canyon Woodcarvers meets at Montrose Senior Center, 1800 Pavilion Dr.

Thursdays | 1-3 p.m. | 970-323-5860

Citizen’s Climate Lobby advocates for climate change solutions and meets at Montrose Regional Library. 970-765-9095 | chapmanjanet@ yahoo.com

Crafternoon members knit and crochet projects at Montrose Regional Library to donate to charities. Thursdays | 11 a.m-1 p.m. | 970-249-9656

Crafty Chatty members work on craft projects at the Montrose Senior Center, 1800 Pavilion Dr. Bring your own materials.

Tuesdays | 9:45-11:30 a.m. | 970-249-7198

Columbine Quilters gather monthly at 4 Hilcrest Plaza Way, Montrose. 1st Saturday | 9 a.m. | 970-4623849 | paulalakecity@gmail.com

Delta Hub-Wheelers Square Dance Club seeks new dancers! 970-773-4495 | deltawriter47@ gmail.com

Digging Your Roots Genealogy Group meets at Cedaredge Library, 180 SW 6th Ave.

Last Friday | 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. | 970-399-7674 | deltalibraries.org

Friendship Quilters meets at Montrose County Events Center, 1036 N. 7th St.

4th Thursday | 9 a.m. | 970-4174842

Fore-Kin Trails Genealogical Society can help you research your family history at the Montrose Genealogy Center, 700 E. Main.

Wednesdays & Thursdays | 1-4 p.m.

| 970-240-1755

Gold Prospectors of America meets at Olathe Community Center, 115 Main St.

3rd Thursday | 7 p.m. | 970-5969184 | wcgpaa.org

Golden Circle of Friends meets at Montrose Senior Center, 1800 Pavilion Dr. Bring lunch and socialize.

Tuesdays & Fridays | 12 p.m. | 970-252-4888

Montrose Area Woodturners meets at 17800 6400 Road.

2nd Saturday | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | 970209-0981 | aheadaviation@outlook. com

Montrose Amateur Radio Club meets at Olathe Community Center.

3rd Friday | 7 p.m. | 970-417-6142

Montrose Historical Society meets at Montrose Events Center, 1036 N. 7th St.

1st Wednesday | 7 p.m. | 970-2492085 | montrosehistory.org

Montrose Elks hosts Bingo at the Elks Lodge, 801 S. Hillcrest Dr. Tuesdays | 6:30 p.m. | 970-249-4852

Montrose Library Book Club meets in the library’s meeting room, 320 S. 2nd St.

1st Saturday | 9-10 a.m. | 970-2499656 | lmclean@montroselibrary.org

Montrose Model Aircraft Association fly remote-control planes every weekend. Beginners welcome. mmaa-modelairplanes.org | 970-7650599 | mmaaflyer@gmail.com

Montrose Newcomers & Neighbors meets at the Montrose Pavilion Senior Center, 1800 Pavilion Dr., September through May.

1st Wednesdays | 10 a.m. | bethcav25@gmail.com

Montrose Pavilion Dance Club hosts dances at the Montrose Pavilion. All ages welcome.

2nd & 4th Saturdays | 7:30-10:30 p.m. | $10 | sanjuandanceclub@ gmail.com

Montrose Woman’s Club meets at Lions Park Clubhouse, 602 N. Nevada Ave., August-May. Bring lunch.

3rd Mondays | 11:30 a.m. | 970-9018743

Support Groups

HopeWest Bereavement Book Club members heal through discussions about death and grief from various literature at Delta Library, 211 W. 6th St.

3rd Thursday | 2-4 p.m. | 970-8749630 | deltalibraries.org

Caregivers Support Group meets at Montrose United Methodist Church, 19 S. Park Ave.

2nd & 4th Mondays | 1-2 p.m. | 970-240-3714

Caregiver Support Group

Montrose meets at US Bank.

1 & 3 p.m. | 2nd & 4th Tuesdays | 970-275-2138

Caregiver Support Group Delta meets at Delta County Memorial Hospital, meeting room A.

1 p.m. | 1st & 3rd Fridays | 970275-2138

Caregiver Support Group Virtual meets on Zoom. For link, contact Laird@Family-Caregiver.org.

10:30-11:30 a.m. | 2nd & 4th Fridays | 970-275-2138

COVID-19 Grief Group meets at Touch of Care, 1100 E. Main St., Montrose.

2nd & Last Tuesday | 12 p.m. | 970-787-9988

Dementia Caregivers Delta meets at Crossroads Senior Living, 1380 Aspen Way. Thursdays | 1:30-3 p.m. | 970-5100724

Morningstar Therapy Dogs is a non-profit club promoting therapy dog programs and visits in Montrose. 2nd Tuesday | 6 p.m. | 970-5969343 | morningstartherapydogs. weebly.com

SOS: Singles Over 65 is a gender-balanced club for single seniors! Must join online. meetup.com/montrose-singlesover-65

Uncompahgre Treasure Club

Dementia Caregivers Cedareddge meets at Grand Mesa Arts & Events Center, 195 W. Main St. 1st & 3rd Wednesdays | 1:30-3 p.m. | 970-510-0724

Dementia Caregivers Hotchkiss meets at Town Hall, 276 Main St. 2nd & 4th Wednesday | 1:30-3 p.m. | 970-510-0724

Delta Diabetes Support Group meets at Grand Mesa Oncology’s Crag Crest room, 1501 E. 3rd St. 2nd Tuesdays | 2:30-3:30 p.m.

Essential Tremor Support Group meets bimonthly at Montrose Regional Health’s conference room, 800 S. 3rd St. Call 405-205-9397

GriefShare is a safe place where people understand the difficult emotions of grief in this 13-week group that starts August 1 at Rosemont Baptist Church, 1598 E. Niagara Road, Montrose.

Tuesdays | 6-8 p.m. | 970-2494887

Parkinson’s Support Group meets at Montrose Regional Health, 800 S. 3rd St.

Last Monday | 1-2:30 p.m. | 970252-2996

Stroke Support Group meets at Warrior Resource Center, 4 Hillcrest Plaza Way, Montrose.

1 p.m. | 2nd & 4th Fridays | 970765-2210 meets at Lions Park Clubhouse in Montrose, 602 N. Nevada.

7 p.m. | 2nd Monday | 970-258-1955 | uncompahgretreasureclub.com

Veterans Coffee Cedaredge meets at The Pondy, 220 W. Main St. 3rd Tuesday | 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Veterans Coffee Montrose meets at the Warrior Resource Center, 4 Hillcrest Plaza Way.

Thursdays | 8-10 a.m. | 970-7562210 | whafv.orgv ■