Community Calendar

MUSIC

Jun Watabe, saxophone, and Adrian Herrera-Escobar,

4:00pm-6:00pm, 1100 North Ave.

A refined musician, Jun Watabe, DA, has appeared as featured soloist in many national and international scenes to rave reviews. He travels across the more...0 country for concerts and lectures at conferences and universities. Watabe also lives an unusual performing career of two completely different single reed instruments - the clarinet and the saxophone. The diverse natures of the two instruments serve to elevate his artistry and enhance his musical common sense, and at the same time make his musical interpretations and performances unique. Adrian Herrera-Escobar, DMA, is an assistant professor of music at Colorado Mesa University. During more than 30 years of his career, he had the opportunity to be associated with different jazz and contemporary music programs at universities in Colombia. His duties have included teaching classes such as Jazz and Contemporary Improvisation, small combos, and big band ensembles, Jazz and Popular keyboard, Jazz History, Western Music Theory, Jazz Theory, and Jazz Piano. He has extensive experience working with music staff departments on coordination and assessment of jazz and contemporary music programs.

CLASSES/LECTURES

ISGAC

9:00am-6:00pm, Frankfurt

We are delighted to invite you to the 4th International Summit on Gravitation, Astrophysics, and Cosmology (ISGAC2026), taking place from April more...0 20-22, 2026 in Frankfurt, Germany. This premier international forum will bring together leading experts to discuss the latest advancements in Gravitation, Astrophysics, and Cosmology. Building on the success of our previous conferences ISGAC2023 in Rome, ISGAC2024 in Florence and the upcoming ISGAC2025 in March-2025 we are excited to continue promoting collaboration and advancements in the field. Let’s come together to celebrate our progress and explore new frontiers in gravitational physics and cosmology. The topics covered at ISGAC2026 will include Gravitational Physics and Lensing, Wave-Particle Duality, Applied Relativity, Stellar and Solar Physics, Alternative Theories of Gravity, Jet Physics and Neutrino Cosmology. The conference will host distinguished keynote speakers from top universities and industry leaders, who will share valuable insights and engage in thought-provoking discussions. We look forward to welcoming you to ISGAC2026 in Frankfurt, Germany!

MUSIC

7:00pm-9:00pm, 1100 North Ave.

GENERAL

LITERARY

spoken word open mic

6:00pm-7:30pm, 1012 North 5th, GJ, Co 81501

another evening of great spoken word open mic as well as a monthly featured reader. Every third Tuesday of the month at Copeka Coffee

MUSIC

7:30pm-9:30pm, 1100 North Ave.

Experience the rhythmic creativity of the CMU Percussion Ensemble in a concert that showcases a diverse range of styles, instruments, and global more...0 influences. From intricate chamber works to high-energy showpieces, this performance highlights the versatility and dynamic artistry of CMU's percussionists.

FILM

FOOD/BEVERAGES

VISUAL ARTS

Food, film, and conversation

5:30pm-8:30pm, Mesa County Central Library, 443 N 6th St, Grand Junction, CO 81501

Light meal featuring sandwiches, salads, and beverages. Seating is first-come, first-served. Librarians emerge as first responders in the fight for more...0 democracy and our First Amendment Rights. Through their stories, we see librarians not just as information providers, but as protectors of trust, democracy, and civic connection. Following the film, participants will gather to share their own library stories and reflect on how public spaces hold communities together. This conversation invites us to consider the role of access, dialogue, and civic institutions in shaping informed communities.

CLASSES/LECTURES

Aerial Archaeology

6:30pm-8:30pm, 527 Village Way, Grand Junction, Co. 81507

Meet and greet at 6:30 PM followed by educational program entitled, Wind, Sand and Ruins: Aerial Archaeology above the Colorado Plateau. The more...0 presentation will discuss the highlights of aerial archaeology since the 1930's and present the results of recently completed projects in Beef Basin, Canyon of the Ancients and Nine Mile Canyon. Jody Patterson, our guest speaker, is the owner and principal investigator of Montgomery Archaeological Consultants in Moab, Utah.

THEATRE

VISUAL ARTS

7:30pm-9:30pm, 864 Bunting Ave

CHICAGO is still the one musical with everything that makes Broadway shimmy-shake: a universal tale of fame, fortune, and all that jazz, with one more...0 showstopping song after another and the most astonishing dancing you’ve ever seen. In the whirlwind of Chicago’s Jazz Age, two of the Cook County Jail’s most notorious murderesses—vaudeville star Velma Kelly and chorus girl Roxie Hart—become fierce rivals as they compete for headlines amidst a media frenzy. Broadway’s longest-running musical has been razzle dazzling audiences for over 28 years, and after more than 10,000 performances, 6 Tony Awards®, 2 Olivier Awards, and a Grammy®, we’re just getting started. Come on, babe! Head to CHICAGO! We’re hotter than ever. www.CHICAGOontour.com

RENEWABLEENERGY2026

9:30am-6:30pm, Frankfurt, Germany

We are honored to invite you to the Global Summit on Renewable and Non- Renewable Energy taking place from April 23-25, 2026 in Frankfurt, Germany. more...0 This distinguished event will bring together global leaders, innovators and experts to explore the future of energy, focusing on both non-renewable and renewable energy sources. As the world continues to evolve, it is crucial that we collectively address the challenges and opportunities within the energy sector. The RENEWABLEENERGY2026 summit will serve as a platform for knowledge exchange, collaboration, and innovation, driving forward sustainable solutions for a greener and more energy-efficient world. Your involvement will play a crucial role in advancing vital conversations on the future of energy. Together, we can work towards more sustainable and innovative energy landscape. We look forward to welcoming you to RENEWABLEENERGY2026 and to the exciting opportunity to collaborate and inspire change in the energy industry.

FILM

FOOD/BEVERAGES

VISUAL ARTS

Food, film, and conversation

1:00pm-3:00pm, Clifton Library Branch, 3270 D 1/2 Road, CO 81520

Light meal featuring sandwiches, salads, and beverages. Seating is first-come, first-served. Librarians emerge as first responders in the fight for more...0 democracy and our First Amendment Rights. Through their stories, we see librarians not just as information providers, but as protectors of trust, democracy, and civic connection. Following the film, participants will gather to share their own library stories and reflect on how public spaces hold communities together. This conversation invites us to consider the role of access, dialogue, and civic institutions in shaping informed communities.