CALENDAR MeSa County

March 1

New-to-Medicare 101 Learn when and how to sign up for Medicare, what Part A and Part B cover, how to choose the best health and drug plan and more in this free seminar at Mesa County RSVP SHIP. Seating is limited.

10 a.m.-12 p.m. | 422 White Ave., Grand Junction | Free | mesacounty rsvp.org | 970-243-9839

March 1

Crystal Singing Bowls

Find transformation and healing through the power of singing crystal

March 2 bowls in this presentation at Koinonia Church.

6:30-8 p.m. | 730 25 Road, Grand Junction | $20 | cslgj.org | 970-4337799

March 3-5

Peter Pan

In this production by Colorado West Performing Arts Company, join Wendy, John and Michael as they soar to a magical land of mermaids and fairy dust, where children can fly and adventures happen every day.

7 p.m. Friday & Saturday, 1 p.m. Saturday & Sunday | 645 Main St., Grand Junction | $20-$40 | avalon theatregj.com | 970-243-6787

March 4

Tri-Sport Extravaganza

Support the Grand Junction Community Rec Center and compete in tennis, pickleball and cornhole. Bring your own equipment if you have it. Register by March 1.

1-5:30 p.m. | 535 25 1/2 Road, Grand Junction | $30 | gjcrc.org

March 7

Virtual: Rocky Mountain Conference on Dementia

Learn to recognize common signs, how to approach someone about memory concerns, the importance of early detection, assessments for the diagnostic process and more at this virtual conference.

8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. | Free | alz.org/ co/events/rocky-mountainconference-on-dementia

Writer’s Night: Reading Your Work in Public Western Colorado Writers Forum Vice President John Lanci presents at the Art Center how to overcome fear and become a more effective reader of your own work.

6-7:30 p.m. | 1803 N. 7th St., Grand Junction | Free | westerncolorado writers.org | 970-822-7373

March 7

What the Heck is Geophysics?

Colorado Canyons Association

March 9

Cinderella

The multinational cast of 40 professional ballet dancers gather to bring the most celebrated fairy tale to life. Enjoy a radiant array of costumes, dancers and music at the Avalon Theatre.

7 p.m. | 645 Main St., Grand Junction | $39-$89 | avalontheatregj.com | 970243-6787 presents a virtual lecture on the utilization of technology to understand earth science—in other words, geophysics! Learn from Dr. Greg Baker how he uses tech toys to work on interesting geology problems on our public lands. Sign up online.

5:30-6:30 p.m. | Free | coloradocany onsassociation.org | 970-263-7902

March 7 & 14

Acrylic Landscapes with Mary

Pat Ettinger

Starting with your own photograph, Mary Pat will help you plan out a painting and then lead you through finishing it on canvas at the Blue Pig Gallery. Fees include supplies, but if you bring your own, check the website for a list of required paint colors. Register online.

10 a.m.-3 p.m. | 101 W. 3rd St., Palisade | $75 | thebluepiggallery. com | 970-620-1791

March 10

U.S. Navy Concert Band

The United States Navy Band comes to Robinson Theatre! The Navy Band is the Navy’s premier musical organization, frequently preforming at White House and Pentagon ceremonies and across the country. Tickets are available at Roper Music and at the Moss Preforming Arts Box office.

7:30 p.m. | 1299 N. 12th St., Grand Junction | Free | 970-242-3272

March 15

Fall Prevention Classes

Learn how to prevent fall-related injuries in this free educational class taught by a physical therapist at Community Hospital. Topics covered include: home safety, community resources, physical activity, assistive devices, maintaining independence and more.

1-2 p.m. | 2351 G Road, Grand Junction | Free | 970-250-9183

March 15

Author Event: “Go As A River”

Inspired by true events surrounding the destruction of the town of Iola in the ’60s, this story by local author Shelly Read is one of love in the face of hardship and loss, but also of finding courage, resilience and friendship. Meet Read at this author event at Out West Books.

6:30-8 p.m. | 533 Main St., Grand Junction | Free | 970-986-8086

March 16

Introduction to Medicare

Turning 65? The team at Medicare Resource Center is here to help you learn the ins and outs of Medicare as well as help you enroll in the right plan.

10 a.m. | 327 N. 7th St., Grand Junction | Free | 970-243-3100

March 17

Learn to Curl

Get your curl on! Come to River City Sportsplex and get a 30-minute lesson on curling before trying it out yourself! Enjoy beer and food specials.

6-8 p.m. | 2515 Riverside Pkwy., Grand Junction | $15 | rivercitysport plex.com | 970-242-7465

March 17

Sinners & St. Patrick Concert

Sinners and Saints is a folk group that plays gospel music and pub songs—this time with your favorite Saint Patrick’s Day music at Two Rivers Winery & Chateau. Concertgoers will receive a glass of wine.

7:30 p.m. | 2087 Broadway, Grand Junction | $35 | gjso.org/sinners andsaintpatrick | 970-243-6787

March 18

Classical Guitar with Javier de los Santos

Watch and listen as local musician

Javier de los Santos performs Spanish guitar music at The Art Center.

7-9 p.m. | 1803 N. 7th St., Grand Junction | $20 | 970-243-7337

March 22

Equinox Drum Circle

Join Center for Spiritual Living for this community drum circle. When community members drum together, sharing our spirit in the form of rhythm, it positively changes relationships, gives an emotional release and healing.

March 21

Lecture: Gunnison SageGrouse

Colorado Canyons Association invites you to this online event. Whit Blair, Wildlife Biologist for the United States Fish & Wildlife Service, teaches about one of the most beloved birds in Colorado. He’ll discuss its behavior, habitat and community-based conservation efforts that are working hard to save it.

5:30-6:30 p.m. | Free | coloradocany onsassociation.org | 970-263-7902

6:30-8 p.m. | 2730 25 Road, Grand Junction | $10 | 970-433-7799

March 25

License Plate Meet

Come to Chipeta Golf Course Clubhouse and enjoy a magnificent array of license plates and related items for sale. Collectors and the general public are invited to this wonderful spectacle.

7:30 a.m.-1 p.m. | 222 29 Road, Grand Junction | Free | 970-2509183

March 25

DAR Cards & Games Benefit

Mount Garfield Daughters of the American Revolution invites you to support their scholarship program by enjoying fun and exciting games at the Moose Lodge. There will be door prizes and finger foods.

11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. | 567 25 1/2 Road, Grand Junction | $20 | 970618-6883 ■

ST. MARY’S

Community Connections

March 31

Garrison Keillor Tonight

Stand-up comedian Garrison Keillor brings storytelling, song and poetry to the Avalon Theatre. Enjoy sonnets, limericks and musical jokes about the beauty of growing old. Buy tickets online.

7:30-9:30 p.m. | 645 Main St., Grand Junction | $19-$128 | avalontheatregj.com | 970-2436787

Community Connections

St. Mary’s Community Connections is seeking volunteers in our community to help older adults who no longer drive, with friendship and support with grocery shopping, medical appointments and other errands. By providing this support for two or three hours once a week, you will help with maintaining their ability to live independently.

St. Mary’s Community Connections is seeking volunteers in our community to help older adults who no longer drive, with friendship and support with grocery shopping, medical appointments, and other errands. By providing this support for two or three hours once a week, you will help with maintaining their ability to live independently.

Please contact Amber Creek, Volunteer Coordinator, at 970-298-9092 or amber.creek@imail.org

American Association of University Women programs advocate for women and girls.

2nd Saturday | 11:30 a.m. | 970-241-9684

Art Quilt Association meets at Redlands Community Center.

3d Saturdays | 9:30-11 a.m. | theartquiltassociation.com

Bookcliff Barbershop Chorus welcomes men of all ages to sing at First Baptist Church, 720 Grand Ave. Tuesdays | 7-9 p.m. | 970-257-7664

Bookcliff Duplicate Bridge Club plays at 636 31 Road. Call ahead. Fridays | 12:30 p.m. | 970-244-9989

Chatfield Country Kickers meets for square and round dancing at VFW #3981, 503 Florence Road.

1st & 3rd Saturdays | 7-10 p.m. | 970-434-0868

Chinle Cactus Club meets at Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 536 Ouray Ave.

2d Thursdays | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | 970773-7637

Citizens’ Climate Lobby advocates for climate change solutions. 970-250-4832 | grandjunction@ citizensclimatelobby.org

Clifton Book Club meets to discuss book selections at Clifton Library, 590 32 Road.

2nd Tuesday | 10-11 a.m. | mesacountylibraries.org

Colorado Archaeological Society meets monthly. Call for location.

4th Wednesday | 4:30 p.m. | 970-250-7402