Summer Happenings

Summer is perfect for touring the 30+ structures and beautiful gardens of Centennial Village Museum. Spend quality time in one of Greeley’s cultural jewels. Open 10am-4pm Tuesday-Saturday through September. www.centennialvillagemuseum.com UNC Summer Conferences – UNC offers many varied conferences, clinics and camps during the summer. For information, check out the following websites: For sport camps, see www.uncbears.com/information/camps/index For Nike swim camps, see www.ussportscamps.com/swimming/ For Cheer camps, see http://uca.varsity.com/ and www.nationalspirit.com For general information, see www.unco.edu/summerconf

MAY

MAy 14-JULy 18 – Annie, Union Colony Dinner Theatre, Select Thursdays and every Friday & Saturday evening and Sunday matinee, (970)352-2900, www. ucdinnertheatre.com, prices vary. Live theatre and dinner in an intimate setting. MAy 15 – Home and Garden Tour in Historic Cranford, 10am-4pm, (970)350-9222, www.greeleygov.com/hp, $13 advance tickets $15 day of tour. Tour 8 home interiors and 6 gardens and walk the Cranford neighborhood.

Greeley’s favorite summer event features seasonal farm-fresh produce, breads, meats, ﬂowers, handcrafts and more. The Market accepts EBT and debit cards. 902 7th Avenue. Open Saturdays May 15th to October 30th - 7:30 to noon; Wednesdays July 7th to September 29th - 3 to 6 p.m. Information: 350-9783 or www.greeleygov.com/fm

MAy 15,22,29 – Greeley Farmer’s Market at the Depot, 902 7th Ave, 7:30am to noon, (970)350-9783, www.greeleygov.com/fm. The Market accepts EBT and debit cards. MAy 22 – Mustang Car Show, Spradley Barr Ford Lincoln Mercury, 4901 29th St, 10am-2pm, (970)378-1438, FREE. MAy 27 – Greeley Freight Station Museum 1st Birthday Party and Historic Preservation Month reception, Greeley Freight Station Museum, 5-7:15pm, (970)350-9222, FREE. Mini tours, reception, and special presentation.

JUNE

EvEry SATUrDAy – Greeley Farmers’ Market at the Depot, 902 7th Ave, 7:30am-noon, (970)350-9783, www.greeleygov.com/fm, Free admission. EBT and debit cards accepted. JUNE 4 – St. Michael’s Concert Series, US Army Band, St. Michaels Town Square, (970)336-1000, www. roomwithaviewco.com, FREE.

Summer Happenings information is subject to change - Please conﬁrm with the venue.

Greeley Chamber of Commerce/Visitors Bureau 970.352.3567 • 1.800.449.3866 • www.greeleycvb.com

The Downtown Development Authority, an Arts & Entertainment District, is pleased to offer free family events to the community in our beautiful downtown. Friday Fest and Oktoberfest are popular traditions, and 2010 brings new and exciting entertainment. For more information or schedules, call 356-6775 or visit www.greeleydowntown.com.

JUNE 4 – First Friday - Spend a Night on the Town, Downtown Greeley, 5-8 pm, (970)356-6775, www. greeleydowntown.com, FREE. Art exhibits, artist reception, retail specials, extended hours in museums and live music at various downtown venues. JUNE 4-10 – Special Olympics Colorado, UNC Campus, http://www.specialolympicsco.org/. JUNE 4-5 – Weld County relay for Life, Island Grove Regional Park, 6pm-8am, American Cancer Society, (970)356-9727. JUNE 5 – Wheels and Spokes Day, Centennial Village, 10am-4pm, (970)350-2990, FREE. JUNE 5 – FrEE Saturday at Centennial village, Meeker Home and Greeley History Museum, 10am-4pm, (970)350-9220, FREE. JUNE 5 – Johnstown BBQ Day, Johnstown Parish Park, (970)587-4664. JUNE 5 – Chili Cook off, Community Center of Platteville, 5:00 pm, (970)785-2245.

Join the High Plains Library District’s Summer Reading Program. This year’s program Make a Splash. . . Read begins JUNE 7th and runs through July 31st. Children, teens and adults are encouraged to sign up at their local library. Come read and be rewarded this summer. Visit www.MyLibrary.us for more details. JUNE 5 – Pathways to Success: College 101, Farr Regional Library, 10am-5pm, (970)506-8500, www. MyLibrary.us, Registration required, FREE. Teen girls are invited to learn how to make going to college a reality. JUNE 6-11 – Gordon Setter Dog Show, Island Grove Regional Park, (970)350-9392. JUNE 7 – Summer camps begin at Plumb Farm and Centennial Village Museums, 8:30am-12:30pm each week, (970)350-9220, www.greeleymuseums.com. JUNE 7-JULy 26 (MONDAyS) – Mix it Up Mondays, Centennial Park Library, 6:30-7:30 pm, (970)506-8600, www.MyLibrary.us, FREE. Kids from K-5th grade are invited to join in all kinds of fun activities. JUNE 7 – Free Summer Walking Tour of the Arts and Entertainment in Historic Downtown, starts at Kress Cinema, 7pm, (970)350-9222, www.greeleygov. com/hp, FREE. JUNE 7 – Apollo XI and Neil Armstrong, the First Man, Farr Regional Library, 7-8pm, (970)506-8500, www. MyLibrary.us, FREE. Relive the thrilling accomplishment and life story of Neil Armstrong. LIST CONTINUED INSIDE:

JUNE 7-10 – College for Kids, Aims Community College Continuing Education Division, M-TH 8:30am3:30pm, (970)339-6213, www.aimsced.com, $165.

JUNE 18 – Friday Fest, Mad Cow Posse concert, 9th Street Plaza, 6-9pm, (970)356-6775, www.greeleydowntown.com, FREE. With food vendors and beer garden.

JUNE 9-13 – 33rd annual Rocky Mountain Senior Games, Greeley Senior Center, (970)350-9433, www. rmseniorgames.com. JUNE 10 – Summer Concert, Windsor’s Broadview Park Series, every Thursday from 6:30-8:30pm, (970)674-3500. JUNE 10-13 – UNC Little Theatre of the Rockies, Tintypes, Norton Theatre, 7:30pm, $8-$18. JUNE 10-JULY 22 (THURSDAYS) – Teen Space, Lincoln Park Library, 2-4pm, (970)506-8460, www. MyLibrary.us, FREE. Hang out with your friends, play video games, express yourself, or just relax and get out of the sun! Come out and enjoy our great roster of national and local Blues artists on two stages with 11 hours of non-stop Blues music. The “Blues 101 Stage” offers kids of all ages the opportunity to learn about this music that is our national heritage. Check out the delicious food and a refreshing beverage, take off your shoes and dance on the 45,000 sq. feet of fresh green sod inside the arena. www.greeleybluesjam.com

JUNE 11 – Greeley Blues Jam, Downtown Greeley, 3pm until well after midnight, (970)352-3567, www.greeleybluesjam.com, No cover. Live music by Too Slim & the Tail Draggers on stage on the 9th Street Plaza, 5-8pm. Food vendors and beer garden. JUNE 12 – Greeley Blues Jam, Island Grove Regional Park Arena, 11am-10pm, (970)352-3567, www. greeleybluesjam.com, Ticket prices vary. JUNE 14 – Hats and Hot-Teas, Centennial Village, 11am, (970)350-9220, $18 advance tickets only. JUNE 14 – Health Talks, Farr Regional Library, 6:307:30pm, (970)506-8500, www.MyLibrary.us, FREE. Dr. Erik Sobo of Weld Family Clinic of Chiropractic will explore a variety of health and wellness topics. JUNE 14-17 - College for Kids, Aims Community College Continuing Education Division, M-TH 8:30am3:30pm, (970)339-6213, www.aimsced.com, $165. JUNE 16 – Playground Theatre, High Plains Library District Administrative Building, 10:30am and 2pm, 970506-8500, www.MyLibrary.us, FREE. One hour of classic fairy tales for young and old. Space is limited. Pick up tickets beginning June 9 at Greeley libraries. JUNE 16 – What’s Hot-New Books and Reading Trends for all ages, Centennial Park Library, 6:308:30pm, (970)506-8500, www.MyLibrary.us, FREE. Find out what’s hot in books. Includes trivia, prizes and more. JUNE 17 – World Cup at the Kress!, Kress Cinema, 12:30-3:00 pm, (970)506-8460, www.MyLibrary.us, FREE. Watch a broadcast of the World Cup soccer match between Mexico and France. JUNE 17 – St. Michael’s Concert Series, Kream of the Krop, St. Michaels Town Square, (970)336-1000, www. roomwithaviewco.com, FREE. JUNE 17-20 – UNC Little Theatre of the Rockies, 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, Langworthy Theatre, 7:30pm, $8-$18.

The Family FunPlex features indoor soccer, inline hockey, volleyball, basketball, an indoor running track, Adventure Island Aquatics Center, River Run Miniature Golf Course, Soak City water balloons and special events throughout the year! 1501 65th Avenue • 350-9401 www.familyfunplex.com JUNE 19 – World Wide Knit in Public Day, Centennial Park Library, 1-4pm, (970)506-8600, www.MyLibrary.us, FREE. Join us as we knit with hundreds of other knitters around the world on the same day. JUNE 19 – Birdbaths, Lincoln Park Library, 2-4pm, (970)506-8460, www.MyLibrary.us, FREE. All ages are invited to build and decorate a birdbath for your garden, patio or deck. Registration required. JUNE 19-20 – Earl Anderson Memorial Rodeo, Grover, (970)895-2350. Sat: Parade starts at 11am, Rodeo at 1:30pm, barbecue at 4pm, dance at 9pm. Sun: Pancake breakfast at 7:00am, Cowboy church at 10am, Rodeo at 1:30pm. JUNE 20 – 28 Annual Father’s Day Poker Run and Car Show, Goods Times Car Club, Starts at J.B.’s Drive In and ends at St. Michaels Town Square, (970)330-4033. th

JUNE 21 – DIY Beach Bags that Make a Splash, Farr Regional Library, 1-2pm, (970)506-8500, www. MyLibrary.us, FREE. Teens are invited to make a bag to tote belongings to the pool. All supplies provided. JUNE 23 – Kick Off to 100 days of events, Milliken, (970)660-5045. JUNE 24 – Tiny Town Trip, 50+ Travel, Greeley Senior Center, 9am, (970)350-9440. Reservations required.

JUNE 26 – Professional Bull Riders Enterprise Tour, Greeley Stampede Arena, 1pm, (970)356-7787, www. GreeleyStampede.org, $20 & $25- includes park admission.

JULY 3 – Free Saturday at Centennial Village, Meeker Home and Greeley History Museum, 10am-4pm, (970)350-9220. FREE.

JUNE 26 – Keith Urban concert, Greeley Stampede Arena, 9pm, (970)356-7787, www.GreeleyStampede.org, $49, $59, $69- includes park admission

JULY 3 – UNC Hands-On Arts, Hooping It Up, Garden Theatre, UNC Central Campus. 10-11:30am, (970)3512200, www.arts.unco.edu, Adults $20 • Kids 12 & under $15.

JUNE 27 – Big Swing Band Festival, St. Michaels Town Square, 3050 67th Ave, (970)336-1000.

JULY 3 – Buckcherry with Saving Abel concert, Greeley Stampede Arena, 9pm, (970)356-7787, www. GreeleyStampede.org, $35- includes park admission.

JUNE 27 – Grease Monkey Demolition Derby, Greeley Stampede Arena, 2pm, (970)356-7787, www.GreeleyStampede.org, $20 & $25- includes park admission. JUNE 28- Greeley Stampede Kids Rodeo, Stampede Arena, 2pm, (970)356-7787, www.GreeleyStampede.org, FREE with park admission.

JULY 4 – Greeley Stampede Independence Day Fireworks, north of Island Grove Park, following Gloriana concert, www.GreeleyStampede.org, FREE.

JUNE 29 – Beach in a Bottle, Lincoln Park Library, 24pm, (970)506-8460, www.MyLibrary.us, FREE. Ages 8-18. Create a beach-themed game of hide and seek in a bottle.

JULY 4 – Concert, At Broadview Park in Windsor, 7:309:30pm followed by Fireworks, (970)674-3500.

JUNE 29 – Denver Aquarium Visit, 50+ Travel, Greeley Senior Center, 9:30am, (970)350-9440. Reservations required. JUNE 29-JULY 4 – PRCA Pro Rodeo, Greeley Stampede Arena, time varies by performance, (970)3567787, www.GreeleyStampede.org, $12 -$25- includes park admission.

JULY

EVERY SATURDAY – Greeley Farmers’ Market at the Depot, 902 7th Ave, 7:30am-noon, (970)350-9783, www.greeleygov.com/fm, Free admission. EBT and debit cards accepted. EVERY WEDNESDAY – Greeley Farmers’ Market at the Depot, 3-6pm, (970)350-9783, www.greeleygov. com/fm, Free admission. EBT and debit cards accepted.

JUNE 25-JULY 4 – 88 Annual Greeley Stampede, Island Grove Park, Features concerts, rodeos, parades, carnival, fireworks, Big Country Stage, Tribune Community Stage, food & commercial vendors, affordable family fun, (970)356-7787, www.GreeleyStampede.org. $5, $2 (age 7-12, 61+), FREE (under the age of 6). $2 off park admission coupons available at the Greeley Chamber of Commerce. TH

JUNE 25 – Craig Morgan and Joe Nichols concert, Greeley Stampede Arena, 8pm, (970)356-7787, www. GreeleyStampede.org, $25- includes park admission. JUNE 25 – Greeley Stampede Opening Night Fireworks, north of Island Grove Park, following Morgan/ Nichols concert, www.GreeleyStampede.org, FREE. JUNE 26 – Historical Society Train Day, Milliken, (970)660-5045. JUNE 26 – 17th Annual Greeley Garden Tour, 9am4pm (rain or shine), (970)590-6870, $12 tickets may be purchased at Lolly’s Hallmark, Happy Life Nursery, Eaton Grove Nursery, An Open Book, Flowers for 3.

JULY 7-8, 17-18, 23 – UNC Little Theatre of the Rockies, Tintypes, Norton Theatre, 7:30pm, $8-$18. JULY 8-30 – UNC Galleries, Sweet Spot - Artist Look At Baseball, Mariani Gallery in Guggenheim Hall, UNC Central Campus, T W Th 12-6pm, (970)351-2184, www.arts.unco. edu, FREE. JULY 8 – UNC Galleries, Sweet Spot Meet the Artist Reception, Mariani Gallery in Guggenheim Hall, UNC Central Campus, 4-6pm, (970)351-2184, www.arts.unco.edu, FREE. JULY 9 – Gregg Tobo Performs Magic!, Centennial Park Library, 10:30am-2pm, (970)506-8600, www. MyLibrary.us. FREE. Performance combines theater and magic. JULY 9 – Neighborhood Nights, OPIE GONE BAD concert, Bittersweet Park, 7pm, (970)350-9400, www.greeleygov.com/festivals, FREE.

The Ice Haus offers COOL year-round fun! Enjoy public skate sessions, skating lessons, adult and youth hockey, figure skating and special events. The Ice Haus is home to the Greeley Stampede Youth Hockey League, Mountain View Skating Club and the UNC Bears Club Hockey Team! 900 8th Avenue • 350-9402.• www.greeleyicehaus.com

Get ready for another summer of fabulous free entertainment as the City of Greeley presents its’ annual Neighborhood Nights movie and concert series. You won’t want to miss a night of this year’s scheduled events including Colorado favorite Opie Gone Bad at Bittersweet Park and the terrific Tropical Coyotes at Twin Rivers Park Amphitheater. So mark your calendars to catch a “flick” or enjoy terrific music under the stars in one of your beautiful neighborhood parks.

JULY 1 – St. Michael’s Concert Series, Kream of the Krop, St. Michaels Town Square, (970)336-1000, www. roomwithaviewco.com, FREE.

JULY 9 – Nathan Meeker’s Birthday Party, Meeker Home, 12-2pm, (970)350-9220, FREE. Cake and lemonade, entertainment, tours and lawn games.

JULY 1-4, 10-11, 16, 21-22 – UNC Little Theatre of the Rockies, Steel Magnolias, Norton Theatre, 7:30pm, $8-$18.

JULY 9 – Eaton Days Kick-off, Downtown Eaton, 5pmmidnight, (970)454-3338, Free admission.

JUNE 24 – Greeley Stampede Western Art Show Gala, Island Grove Park Event Center, 6pm, (970)3567787, $50. JUNE 24-27 – UNC Little Theatre of the Rockies, The Lady With All the Answers, Norton Theatre, 7:30pm, $8-$18.

JULY 4 – Gloriana with Stealing Angels concert, Greeley Stampede Arena, 8pm, (970)356-7787, www. GreeleyStampede.org, $20- includes park admission.

JULY 2 – Cinderella with Warrant concert, Greeley Stampede Arena, 9pm, (970)356-7787, www.GreeleyStampede.org, $30- includes park admission. JULY 2 – First Friday - Spend a Night on the Town, Downtown Greeley, 5-8 pm, (970)356-6775, www. greeleydowntown.com, FREE. Art exhibits, artist reception, retail specials, extended hours in museums and live music at various downtown venues. JULY 3 – Greeley Stampede Independence Day Parade, 10th Avenue (19th St thru 5th St), 9am, (970)3567787, www.GreeleyStampede.org, FREE.

JULY 12 – Free Summer Walking Tour of Josephine B. Jones House and Park, starts at Josephine Jones house, 7pm, (970)350-9222, www.greeleygov.com/hp, FREE. JULY 13 – UNC Concerts Under the Stars, Quemando, Garden Theatre, UNC Central Campus, 8pm, (970)351-2200, www.arts.unco.edu, FREE. JULY 15 – Hamburger Picnic, Greeley Senior Center, 11:30am-1pm, (970)350-9440. JULY 15 – St. Michael’s Concert Series, Kream of the Krop, St. Michaels Town Square, (970)336-1000, www. roomwithaviewco.com, FREE. JULY 16 – Friday Fest & Cruisin’ for a Cure Car Show, 8th & 9th Street Plazas, 6-9pm, (970)356-6775, www.greeleydowntown.com, FREE. Concert by Ben Pu & Crew. Food vendors, beer garden. JULY 16 – Neighborhood Nights, Indiana Jones & The Temple of Doom (PG), East Memorial Park, movie starts at dusk, (970)350-9400, www.greeleygov.com/festivals, FREE. Close Caption for the hearing impaired. JULY 17 – Milliken Madness Day, Milliken, (970)6605045. JULY 17 – UNC Hands-On Arts, Circus Animal Masks, Garden Theatre, UNC Central Campus, 10-11:30am, (970)351-2200, www.arts.unco.edu, $15. JULY 19-20, 22-23 – Pets ‘n’ Popsicles, Plumb Farm Learning Center, 2-3:30pm, (970)350-9220, $2. JULY 20 – UNC Concerts Under the Stars, Colorado Symphony Orchestra, Garden Theatre, UNC Central Campus, 8pm, (970)351-2200, www.arts.unco.edu, FREE. JULY 23 – Arts Picnic Kick-Off and Friday Fest concert by Funkiphino, 9th Street Plaza, 7-9pm, (970)356-6775, 350-9400, www.artspicnic.com, Free admission! Free refreshments! Beer Garden! JULY 24 – UNC Hands-On Arts, Percussion Instruments, Garden Theatre, UNC Central Campus, 1011:30am, (970)351-2200, www.arts.unco.edu, $10. Held at historic Lincoln Park in Downtown Greeley, the Arts Picnic features over 175 juried arts and crafts booths, 20 food booths, a beer garden, live entertainment on three stages, and a children’s hands-on area. Free! Call 350-9400 or visit www.artspicnic.com. JULY 24 - Rio Grande Concert Series, Blue Recluse, 9th Street Plaza, 6-10pm, (970)304-9292, FREE. JULY 24-25 – 32 Annual Greeley Arts Picnic, Lincoln Park, Sat. 9am-5pm & Sun. 9am-4pm, (970)3509400, www.artspicnic.com, FREE. Over 175 juried arts/crafts booths, food booths & beer garden, entertainment on three stages and kids’ hands-on activities. nd

JULY 9, 14-15, 24-25 – UNC Little Theatre of the Rockies, The Lady With All the Answers, Norton Theatre, 7:30pm, $8-$18.

JULY 26-27, 29-30 – Pets ‘n’ Popsicles, Plumb Farm Learning Center, 2-3:30pm, (970)350-9220, $2.

JULY 10-11 – Eaton Days, Eaton Town Park, (970)4543338, Free admission.

JULY 27 – Denver Art Museum Tour, 50+ Travel, Greeley Senior Center, 9am, (970)350-9440, Reservations required.

JULY 10 – LaSalle’s 100th Anniversary, 7am-8pm, (970)284-6931. JULY 10 – UNC Hands-On Arts, Henna Body Illustration, Garden Theatre, UNC Central Campus, 1011:30am, (970)351-2200, www.arts.unco.edu, $10 per person or $15 for 2.

JULY 27 – UNC Concerts Under the Stars, US Air Force Academy Falconaires, Garden Theatre, UNC Central Campus, 8pm, (970)351-2200, www.arts.unco.edu, FREE.

Come to the Fair– an annual event for the community and for the educational benefit of 4-H, FFA, and Boy Scout and Girl Scout members. The fair gives youth and adults of our county an opportunity to exhibit their skills in agriculture, natural resources, engineering, consumer and family, fine arts, horticulture and family living. For full information, go to www.weldcountyfair.com or call 304-6535. JULY 28 - August 1 – Weld County Fair, Island Grove Regional Park, (970)356-4000 x2085, www.weldcountyfair.com, 8am-9pm, FREE. JULY 29 – Colorado Rockies Game, 50+ Travel, Greeley Senior Center, 11am, (970)350-9440, Reservations required. JULY 29 – St. Michael’s Concert Series, Kream of the Krop, St. Michaels Town Square, (970)336-1000, www. roomwithaviewco.com, FREE. JULY 29-31 – UNC Little Theatre of the Rockies, Chicago, Langworthy Theatre, 7:30pm, $8-$18. JULY 30 – Neighborhood Nights, The Blind Side (PG), Sanborn Park, movie starts at dusk, (970)350-9400, www. greeleygov.com/festivals, FREE. Close Caption for the hearing impaired. JULY 30 – High Plains Chautauqua Pre-event, Film screening: Twelve Angry Men followed by discussion, Farr Branch Library, 6:30pm, (970)352-3567, FREE. JULY 30-SEPTEMBER 19 – Bye Bye Birdie, Union Colony Dinner Theatre, Select Thursdays and every Friday & Saturday evening and Sunday matinee, (970)352-2900, www.ucdinnertheatre.com, prices vary. Live theatre and dinner in an intimate setting. JULY 31 – Jazz In Monet’s Garden, Home of Jim and Nicki Elsberry, 6:30-8:30 pm, (970)356-6406, www. greeleyphilharmonic.com. Featuring the Dana Landry Trio. Purchase Tickets at the Union Colony Civic Center. JULY 31 – UNC Hands-On Arts, Belly Dancing, Garden Theatre, UNC Central Campus, 10-11:30am, (970)3512200, www.arts.unco.edu, $35 includes coin wrap. JULY 31 - Rio Grande Concert Series, Buzz Brothers Band, 9th Street Plaza, 6-10pm, (970)304-9292, FREE. JULY 31 – UNC Hands-On Arts, Big Top & Barnum/ Belly Show, Garden Theatre, UNC Central Campus, 6:30pm, (970)351-2200, www.arts.unco.edu, FREE.

AUGUST

EVERY SATURDAY – Greeley Farmers’ Market at the Depot, 902 7th Ave, 7:30am-noon, (970)350-9783, www.greeleygov.com/fm, Free admission. EBT and debit cards accepted. EVERY WEDNESDAY – Greeley Farmers’ Market at the Depot, 3-6pm, (970)350-9783, www.greeleygov. com/fm, Free admission. EBT and debit cards accepted. AUGUST 1 – UNC Little Theatre of the Rockies, Chicago, Langworthy Theatre, 2:00pm, $8-$18. AUGUST 2 – Free Summer Walking Tour of Alles Acres and Rammed Earth Houses, starting location to be determined, 7pm, (970)350-9222, www.greeleygov.com/hp, FREE.

High Plains Chautauqua - August 3-7 Chautauqua recreates the traveling tent shows that brought education and entertainment to communities in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Reflecting this year’s theme “American Voices: Breaking the Mold,” Chautauqua features portrayals of influential Americans who dared to think differently and elevated the national consciousness. Join us under the tent at Aims Community College! www.highplainschautauqua.org, 352-3567.

AUGUST 3 – High Plains Chautauqua, Portrayal of Benjamin Franklin, Aims Community College Big Tent, 7:30-8:45pm, (970)352-3567, FREE. (Young Chautauquan Cameos, 7-7:30pm) AUGUST 4 – High Plains Chautauqua, Birding Excursion with “Audubon”, Poudre Learning Center, 711:30am, (970)352-3567, FREE. Coffee and Conversation with Chautauquans, Adult Program. AUGUST 4 – High Plains Chautauqua, Adult Programs, Ed Beaty Hall Room 102 (Black Box Theater), Aims Community College, 1-3:15pm, (970)352-3567, FREE.

AUGUST 7 – High Plains Chautauqua, Portrayals of Langston Hughes and Edgar Allan Poe, 7-9pm, Aims Community College Big Tent, FREE. (Ragtime Dance by Watch Your Step!, 6pm) AUGUST 7 – Free Saturday at Centennial Village, Meeker Home and Greeley History Museum, 10am-4pm, (970)350-9220. FREE. AUGUST 7 – 34th Annual Horsefeathers Car Show, Downtown Greeley, 8am-3pm, (303)748-2678, www. earlymustang.com. AUGUST 7 - Rio Grande Concert Series, Trichome, 9th Street Plaza, 6-10pm, (970)304-9292, FREE. AUGUST 11 – “Voices of the Americas: Village Fiesta”, Centennial Village Museum, 6-8pm, (970)3509220, $2. AUGUST 12 – Wild Animal Sanctuary, 50+ Travel, Greeley Senior Center, 8am, (970)350-9440. Reservations required. AUGUST 12 – St. Michael’s Concert Series, Kream of the Krop, St. Michaels Town Square, (970)336-1000, www.roomwithaviewco.com, FREE. AUGUST 12-14 – USA West Square Dance Convention, Greeley Rec. & Sr. Centers, (970)352-3567.

AUGUST 4 – High Plains Chautauqua, Young Chautauquan Presentations, Aims Community College Big Tent, 10am-4pm, (970)352-3567, FREE. AUGUST 4 – High Plains Chautauqua, Portrayals of Irene Castle and Dr. Seuss, Aims Community College Big Tent, 7-9pm, (970)352-3567, FREE. (Entertainment by Elvis Presley [George Gray], 6pm) AUGUST 5,7 – High Plains Chautauqua, Adult Programs, Ed Beaty Hall Room 102 (Black Box Theater), Aims Community College, 9:30am-3:15pm, (970)352-3567, FREE. AUGUST 5 – High Plains Chautauqua, Youth Programs, Monfort Children’s Clinic Community Room and Rodarte Center, 1-3:15pm, (970)352-3567, FREE. AUGUST 5 – High Plains Chautauqua, Portrayals of Louise Nevelson and Buckminster Fuller, Aims Community College Big Tent, 7-9pm, (970)352-3567, FREE. (Entertainment by Kream of the Krop, 5:45pm) AUGUST 5-7 – High Plains Chautauqua, Coffee and Conversation with Chautauquans, Borders Books & Café, 8-9:15am, (970)352-3567, FREE. AUGUST 6 – High Plains Chautauqua, Youth Programs, Family FunPlex, 9am-noon, (970)352-3567, FREE. AUGUST 6 – High Plains Chautauqua, Adult Programs, Greeley Senior Center and Kress Cinema, 9:30am-3:30pm, (970)352-3567, FREE. AUGUST 6 – High Plains Chautauqua, Portrayals of J. James Audubon and John Muir, 7-9pm, Aims Community College Big Tent, (970)352-3567, FREE. (Entertainment by The Matt Pack, 5:45pm) AUGUST 6 – Neighborhood Nights, TROPICAL COYOTES concert, Twin Rivers Park Amphitheater, 7pm, (970)350-9400, www.greeleygov.com/festivals. FREE. With face painters, balloon artists and inflatables.

Experience Greeley Want more info about local issues, events, recreation and culture? Subscribe to the City’s e-newsletters and follow us on Twitter for regular updates when you need them. Visit www.greeleygov.com and subscribe today! AUGUST 13 – Neighborhood Nights, Cloudy With a Chance Of Meatballs (PG), Pheasant Run Park, movie starts at dusk, (970)350-9400, www.greeleygov.com/festivals, FREE. Close Caption for the hearing impaired. AUGUST 14 – Rio Grande Concert Series, The Kingpins, 9th Street Plaza, 6-10pm, (970)304-9292, FREE. AUGUST 14 – Kersey Day, Kohler Park in Kersey, (970)352-8688, www.townofkersey.org, FREE. AUGUST 14-15 – Centennial Beef & Bean Day, Milliken, (970)660-5045. AUGUST 15 – “When Duty Calls: Spirits of Greeley’s Past”, Centennial Village, 1pm, (970)350-9220 for ticket info. Costumed actors portraying fascinating people from Greeley’s early history. AUGUST 19-22 – Greeley Kennel Club Dog Show, Island Grove Regional Park, (970)350-9392. AUGUST 21 – Rio Grande Concert Series, MAD COW POSSE, 9th Street Plaza, 6-10pm, (970)304-9292. FREE. AUGUST 27 – Wines of Note, Union Colony Civic Center, 5:30-8:30pm, (970)356-6406, www.greeleyphilharmonic.com.

AUGUST 6 – Mini Golf Open, Family FunPlex River Run Miniature Golf Course, 9am, (970)336-4219, www.greeleygov.com/recreation, entry fee $25.

AUGUST 28 – Rio Grande Concert Series, Ben Pu and Crew, 9th Street Plaza, 6-10pm, (970)304-9292, FREE.

AUGUST 6 – First Friday - Spend a Night on the Town, Downtown Greeley, 5-8 pm, (970)356-6775, www. greeleydowntown.com, FREE. Art exhibits, artist reception, retail specials, extended hours in museums and live music at various downtown venues.

AUGUST 29 – Free Time Fair, Family FunPlex, 11am-3pm, (970)336-4219. www.greeleygov.com/recreation, FREE. LIST CONTINUED ON BACK PAGE: