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Regional Arts Calendar of events….

Local Poets at Talking Gourds!

Rob Looks at the Life of an Orchestra!

Gabrielle Louise to perform!

EXPLORE VIMEO TO FIND ONLINE FILMS MADE BY FANS OF LOCAL AREA

“COME HERE, YOUNG „UN!”

Phil Martinez Recalls His Lunches with the Duke

By Tanya Ishikawa

COLONA–Getting out to a theater is a great way to

see a film, but sometimes being entertained at

home on a small screen just fits into schedules and

weather patterns better. As the days get shorter and

colder, that film-watching itch can be scratched by

an ever-increasingly wide range of streaming video

services – both on computers and tablets as well as

on TVs hooked up to the internet.

Vimeo (vimeo.com) is a video website, similar to

YouTube, popular with filmmakers but less known

by the general public. Similar to its better known

competitor, Vimeo allows anyone with the right

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By Caitlin Switzer Editor’s note-I wrote this article for the Telluride Daily Planet in 2007…but it tells a timeless story. Thank you so much Phil for sharing it with us all. Art & Sol will be featuring “True Grit” stories in coming issues. OURAY-It was 39 years ago, but Phil Martinez recalls that morning like yesterday. “I woke up to go to school, and there was John Wayne, eating huevos rancheros and drinking coffee at the family breakfast table!” Martinez re-called. “I went running into the bathroom, because I just had my pajama bottoms on. When I peeked out the door, he saw me and said, ‘Come here, young'un.'” The 14-year-old Martinez was awestruck, but man-aged to collect himself long

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Phil Martinez of Ouray stands with some of his John Wayne memorabilia in 2007. Art & Sol file photo.

One video features European climber Angelika Rainer, a three-time sports climbing world champion, winning second place (overall) at the 2015 Ouray Ice Festival.

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Special to Art & Sol PAONIA-Appearing at Fresh n' Wyld Farm-house on Sunday, Nov. 15th at 7 pm is musician, songwriter and storyteller Ga-brielle Louise, accompanied by David Kaye of Sandy Hook, CT. This intimate concert marks the end of a western slope week-end for Gabrielle and David. In addition to their performance at Fresh n' Wyld, they will be appearing on Friday, Nov. 13th in Fruita, Colorado at Cavalcade, and on Saturday, Nov. 14th at The Lark & Spar-row, a beautiful, recently restored histor-ic concert venue in Downtown Mont-rose. Of Gabrielle’s original music and perfor-mance David McGee, New York City music critic and previous editor for Rolling Stone, has said: "She executes a capti-

vating balance of heartache and resolve."

Since graduating Berk-lee College of Music in 2007, Gabrielle has toured extensively throughout the United States and released several records, the most recent of which is called The Bird in my Chest and is accompa-nied by a book of origi-nal short stories and poems. Gabrielle has honed her craft and stage presence from the in-spiration of feminine forces like Joni Mitchell and Eva Cassidy, and has had the honor of sharing the stage with many great troubadours in-cluding Richie Havens, Patty Larkin, Eliza Gilkyson and Guy Clark. For these special performances, long time friend and musical collaborator David Kaye will compliment Gabrielle's songs with tasteful additions on guitar, mando-lin, and dobro. After their Colorado shows, Gabrielle and David will be traveling to New York to begin tracking for a new record at Kaleido-scope Studios. Friday, November 13th, 7:30 pm – Fruita, CO. Gabrielle Louise in Concert at Cavalcade Fruita 201 East Aspen Ave, Fruita, CO Accompanied by David Kaye on Dobro, Mandolin, and Guitar. Tickets $12. RSVP to Cavalcade at (970) 260 5413 www.gabriellelouise.com / www.cavalcadefruita.com Saturday, November 14th, 7:30 pm –

Montrose-Gabrielle Louise in concert at The Lark & Sparrow Venue 511 East Main, Montrose, CO Accompanied by David Kaye on Dobro, Mandolin, and Guitar. Tickets $15 in advance/$18 at door Advance Tickets available online through Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-gabrielle-louise-show-songwriter-series-tickets-18656273416 Sunday, November 15th, 6:30 Seating, 7 pm concert. Gabrielle Louise in Concert at Fresh n' Wyld Farmhouse 1978 Harding Rd, Paonia, CO 81428 Accompanied by David Kaye on Dobro, Mandolin, and Guitar. Tickets $25. Ad-vance purchase recommended, limited seating. Includes a dessert plate, coffee and tea. Gluten-free options available. Wine by donation. Tickets at Backcountry Bistro (Paonia), The Rose (Hotchkiss) and online at: www.gabriellelouise.com.

COMMUNITY NEWS BRIEFS...ARTS AND CULTURE

MUSICIAN, SONGWRITER, STORYTELLER

GABRIELLE LOUISE TO PLAY THREE REGIONAL SHOWS

Colorado musician, songwriter and storyteller Gabrielle Louise. Courtesy photo.

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Special to the Art &Sol TELLURIDE – The Telluride Institute’s Talk-ing Gourds Poetry Club hosts two poets from the Uncompahgre Valley -- Carol McDermott and Vanda Harris -- on Nov. 3 at 6 p.m. at Arroyo’s in Telluride. A freelance writer and poet who taught secondary school for 30 years in Montrose and continues to teach college classes there, McDermott also is a stained glass artisan unbounded by traditional forms. Her 3-D pieces evoke a garden whimsy, with dragonflies, hummingbirds, and butterflies hovering among real and silk flowers. Born in Montrose, raised in Olathe, and now living in Delta, Harris is a poet who has the coveted bookworm job of working in a library. Her philosophy of poetry is that if you give voice to what demands to be heard, and if you do it from the soul, it’s poetry. In continuing its partnership with the Montrose Regional Library, McDermott and Harris will perform at the Library’s Open Mic reading series at 6 p.m. on Wednesday Nov. 4. In Telluride, following Club announce-ments and the featured performance, there will be a short break, after which the gourd will be passed around the room to give Club members and attendees a chance to read a poem or two. The theme for November is “Mountain”. Bring your own work or that of a favored poet to share. The fall/winter series continues with Vonda Harris of Delta and Carol McDer-mott of Montrose November 3rd and 4th. The November theme will be “Mountains.” We’ll be ending the year with the husband/wife poetry team of Ruth Duffy and Michael Olchewsky of Nu-cla December 1st and 2nd. The theme will be “Snow.” Talking Gourds Poetry Club is a program of the Telluride Institute in partnership with the Wilkinson Library, the Montrose Regional Library, Between the Covers Bookstore, Ah Haa School for the Arts and Arroyo Telluride. Members meet month-ly, on first-Tuesday evenings, at Arroyo

Fine Art Gallery & Wine Bar at 220 E. Colo-rado Ave. beginning at 6 p.m. (next door to Ace Hardware). The same guest will appear at the Montrose Regional Library’s Open Mic the next evening (a Wednes-day). For more info, contact Meg Nagel at <www.montroselibrary.org/event/open-

mic-10> or 970-964-2548. Talking Gourds is indebted to generous donations from Audrey Marnoy, Peter Waldor and the Montrose Friends of the Library. Call 970-729-0220 or visit the Gourds website <talkinggourds.weebly.com> for more info.

COMMUNITY NEWS BRIEFS...ARTS AND CULTURE

TWO MONTROSE POETS FEATURED AT TALKING GOURDS NOV. 3

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“COME HERE, YOUNG „UN!” From page 1

enough to come out and talk to the movie star, who had come to Ouray to act in the Western “True Grit,” which was then be-ing filmed in Ridgway. “He said, „Your daddy and mom have been so kind to me, you and your best friend can have lunch with me every day,” Martinez said. “So I went and got Butch Clark, who was non-believing. We went that day - all we had to do was run down to the end of the block, because they had the whole block set up for the cast and crew. There was John Wayne, sitting at a table with two empty chairs. He said, „Come on boys.'” The two teens were allowed to eat with Wayne each day during the filming of “True Grit” on the condition that, each day, they bring a child from a different class at school to share the lunch. “We got to pick the kids,” Martinez said. “Some were kindergarteners, some were second graders. Our whole school was abuzz! Everybody was excited -„True Grit' was the talk of the county.” A native of Ouray, Martinez was able to meet the famed Western star because of his father's second job - although a miner by day, the elder Martinez worked as a deputy police officer by night, and had been assigned to escort Wayne and his entourage around town. “It was just his bodyguard and a couple of buddies,” Martinez recalled. “He was the biggest star of the movie, but he was

the only one who stayed in Ouray - the others all had to be flown in each day from Grand Junction because this town was just too small for them.” Wayne, however, stayed at the Twin Peaks Motel. “My father had to walk around with him and keep everybody away,” Martinez said. “His favorite spot was The Outlaw - back then it was more of a bar, with pool tables - he loved to play pool with the locals, with anybody who was of age and would play with him. He played five dollars a ball, and his favorite game was eight-ball.” The great star turned out to be a regular guy, Martinez said. “Sometimes he would peel off his hat and take off his wig,” he laughed. “And he would put back good, sizeable amounts of bourbon.” Today, Butch Clark lives in Grand Junc-tion and fabricates nuclear power plants, and Martinez himself still lives in Ouray, where he owned and operated his own popular restaurant (Bombie's Bus) for a number of years. He holds degrees in business manage-ment and administration and journalism, and has also served as manager of the Ridgway Farmers Market and has hosted local senior lunches. However, he most recently returned to the job he held after finishing school, the job his father also held by day. “I am mining up at Yankee Boy,” Mar-

tinez said. “I mined after college, and wanted to do it again for the novelty of it. It's primarily a silver mine, but we are mining for gold because it pays a lot more. I went underground today - I love it.” And of course, at 53, he has seen his fair share of the movie “True Grit.” “If I said I had seen it less than 35 times, I would be lying,” he said. “I am a John Wayne fan anyway, so Ms. Penny (Scoggins, Martinez' partner) and I watch it twice a year - we have seen it 24 times since we have been together.” When it comes to his favorite John Wayne movie, Martinez admits that it is a toss-up between “True Grit,” “The Shootist,” and “Cowboys.” From Wayne, Martinez said he learned “selfness.” “That's not selfishness,” he explained. “It's selfness - he was himself, on or off screen. He was a regular guy, fun-loving and smart. Of course he was the size of Shaquille O'Neil, just a little shorter. But he was true to himself. He loved his coun-try - he was very patriotic. And I think one thing that really shined from him was that he loved everybody. He gave everybody a slice of the mustard. He was a positive entertainer, and a positive person. “I think he was a true American,” Mar-tinez said. “He touched a lot of people in the best way he knew. “If True Grit comes on tomorrow, I will watch it again.”

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COMMUNITY NEWS BRIEFS...ARTS AND CULTURE

CATCH NUNN & BAD HABITS AT THE SHERBINO NOV. 7!

Special to Art & Sol RIDGWAY-Come out the Sherbino Theater on Saturday, Nov. 7 ready to dance and jam to the best blues-rock out of Ridgway, Colorado from local band, David Nunn and the Bad Habits. Doors and cash bar at 7:30 pm with music starting around 8 pm. $5 cover at the door. David Nunn has been playing guitar since 1970. Raised in

the south and heavily influenced by ear-ly Allman Brothers, that blend of blues rock played to jazz rhythms has stuck with him. Playing solo acts steadily in the Ridgway area for the past two years, David has teamed up with veteran bass player Tom Yengo, lifetime harp player Bill Wilson, the unmistakable acoustic groove of Dave

Carman, and Wesley Dicks holding things together on drums and percussion. This will sure to be a fun evening with a diverse set list of blues, rock, country, and guitar oriented jams. For this show, the Bad Habits will have two drummers and will also have Tom Bennet joining them for the night on the bass guitar.

MONTROSE’S BASEMENT BOUTIQUE CRAFTS FAIR TURNS 41 THIS YEAR!

Special to Art & Sol MONTROSE-The Basement Boutique is a unique group of over 25 local artisans who collaborate to offer a yearly craft show and sale at the Montrose Pavilion. The show features locally handcrafted gifts for all ages with a central checkout for con-venience and a pressure free shopping experience. Pottery, jewelry, quilts, hand-crafted jams and jellies, balsamic vinegars, hand sewn and crocheted items, glass ornaments, baskets, fine wood-

work, beeswax candles and tolepainting are just a few of the treasures you will discover at the show. The Basement Boutique was formed in 1974. by a group of artisans who originally held the show in one of the member's basement. When they outgrew that space they eventually moved the show to the Montrose Pavilion, but the name "Basement Boutique" stuck. This will be their 41st annual craft show! The show is held every year on the weekend after

Thanksgiving. The dates for this year's show are: Friday, November 27th from 8am to 5pm and Saturday, November 28th from 8am to 4pm. It has become known as the premiere arts and crafts show in the Montrose area. Many out of state visitors return year after year to do their holiday shopping at the Basement Boutique! This is great way to support your local artisans while finding unique gifts for eve-ryone on your list.

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EXPLORE VIMEO TO FIND ONLINE FILMS from pg 1

length from several seconds to full length.

Viewers can find films listed by staff

picks, categories and channels, plus they

can search for films with keywords.

The scenery, activities and personalities

of Montrose, Ridgway and Ouray can be

found in a variety of rough, DIY-style vide-

os as well as high quality film shorts and

documentaries on Vimeo.

Here are a few films that were either

filmed in the Uncompahgre Valley or are

stories about people here.

Ouray: “Angelika Rainer, 1st place Ouray

Ice Festival 2015”

Music video/documentary (2 min. 25 sec.)

posted by Angelika Rainer and edited by

Marco Servalli

Link: https://vimeo.com/117017587

This video features European climber An-

gelika Rainer, a three-time sports climbing

world champion, winning second place

(overall) at the 2015 Ouray Ice Festival.

The video description states: she failed to

reach the top of the climb because the

second of the three cracks in the final was

virtually impossible and even the men

weren’t able to climb any higher than her.

She was beaten only by Canada’s Will

Gadd. France’s Simon Duverney placed an

excellent second, while the Colombian

naturalized American Andres Marin placed

third.

Among the women climbers, Canada’s

Sarah Hueniken placed second and Ameri-

ca’s Katie Bono placed third.

Ridgway: “EpicTV Women’s Weekly 18

featuring Ridgway-based Kim Reynolds of

Chicks with Picks”

An episode from EpicTVAdventure, a video

-on-demand service about skiing, surfing,

climbing, snowboarding, mountain biking,

paddling, wingsuit/BASE and other out-

door sports around the world (15 min. 40

sec.) posted by EpicTV.com and hosted by

Zoe Hart

Link: https://vimeo.com/48427394

This video starts with an interview with

rock climber Sasha DiGuilian, a Columbia

University student from Washington, D.C.,

who is a 2015 nominee for the interna-

tional Arco Rock Masters awards and a

competitor in the World Cup Climbing

Competition.

Starting at 7 minutes and 45 seconds,

Kim Reynolds of Ridgway is interviewed

about Chicks with Picks and Chicks Rock,

ice and climbing clinics that teach women

skills and confidence.

Montrose & Ridgway: “One Funky Birth-

day”

Link: https://vimeo.com/113145463

This music video (6 min. 35 sec.) takes a

hyper-lapse road trip from Montrose to

Ridgway and back again, with local Jason

Hunter jamming out on his Zoom G5 gui-

tar effects pedal and loop station. It’s a

fun video to share with your friends so

they can see the scenery along many lo-

cals’ daily commute to work or play. In his

online profile, Hunter describes himself as

“a hopeless Star Wars-style sci-fi geek who

loves to shoot intimate, romantically soft

close ups.”

Montrose: “Anna”

Link: https://vimeo.com/118003221

This short, history documentary (8 min. 7

sec.) is by Daniel Masse of France about

his relative who immigrated to Colorado.

The film describes Anna’s journey in Octo-

ber 1917, from a small village in France to

New York City, across the United States to

Montrose.

Viewers also learn about her future hus-

band and their short life together, through

film shot on a variety of locations as well

as historic photos and documents.

Montrose: “The Warrior Within”

Link: https://vimeo.com/122663858

This mini documentary (7 min. 9 sec.) fea-

tures Lee Burkins of Montrose talking

about his experiences in the Vietnam War

and as a veteran.

Using historic photos from the war as

well as beautiful shots of his studio and

the Black Canyon, he describes how he

turned to the Chinese movement art of Tai

Chi to help himself and others recover

from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.

The film was posted by Jacob White, an

Austin, Texas-based filmmaker and writer.

EpicTV Women’s Weekly 18 features rock climber Sasha DiGuilian, a Columbia University student, and Chicks with Picks creator Kim Reynolds of Ridgway . Courtesy photo.

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We last looked at the overture and high-

lighted some examples of some of the best. It is now time to take a closer look at the various members of an orchestra and their respective roles. This will cover two areas simultaneously, a clarification of often heard terms and an overview of how an orchestra functions. Our discussion begins within the orches-tra itself. The term “principal” is used as a title to designate the section leader within an instrument group. Principal trumpet, Principal Flute, Principal Viola, etc. It is a proper title so yes it is capitalized. A prin-cipal player is the leader of that section and is responsible for section rehearsals and incidentals that the section will play cohesively with each other. This is a covet-ed position within an orchestra and likely is assigned to that player who is deemed the strongest or most experienced player. Within a section, especially the large string sections, there will be other titles such as First Associate Principal and Se-cond Associate Principal. Moving up the orchestra hierarchy, we now come to the Concertmaster. This position is technically the Principal Violin as is the first player to the immediate left of the Conductor. In a formal orchestra setting, the Concertmaster will come out first at the beginning of a performance, acknowledge and bow to the audience, and then immediately turn to the orches-tra for tuning. It is only after this task is accomplished that the Conductor will make his/her entrance and the perfor-mance will begin. Other duties of the Con-

certmaster include leading orchestra members in smaller ensembles that do not require a conductor, representing the orchestra at formal occasions and fund-raiser, playing violin solos within orches-tral works, and working as an intermedi-ary between the Conductor and other members of the orchestra. Likely one of the most important tasks of the Concert-master is setting matters of bowing and phrasing for the strings. This ensures co-hesive and in-sync playing. One thing that you do not want to see within a large string section is the sight of 23 arms play-ing an up-bow while two arms play a down-bow at the same time. Not a cool visual aesthetic. Lastly, we will look at the role of the Con-ductor. We all know that the Conductor stands in front of the orchestra and di-rects the music, provides, cues to players, and makes sure that the orchestra is to-gether and in sync during a performance. For the purposes of this overview, let us take a look at some of the lesser-known roles of an orchestra Conductor. The Conductor rehearses the orchestra and pinpoints troublesome spots within a musical score. Rehearsals are often done on tight schedules and it is the responsi-bility of the Conductor to make sure each section is prepared and that the orchestra is ready to play as a group. The Conductor is also an Administrative figure who has the task of providing a long-term vision for their orchestra--creating festivals, out-lining future seasons’ repertoires and pro-gramming, and making sure that orchestra board members and financial contributors

are getting what is required and wanted. Communication is key within a large musi-cal ensemble. It is the job of the Conduc-tor to ensure that there is good communi-cation within the group and to act as a mediator when there is disagreement within the orchestra. To produce a polished performance, it is often the task of being an effective com-municator that becomes the most im-portant behind the scene role of the Con-ductor. In our previous discussions, listening rec-ommendations have been offered be-cause enjoyment of music is our primary goal. This time, recommendations are going to be made regarding Conductors and who to watch to see what they do as well as to listen to the music they are leading. For absolute precision, watch James Lev-ine conduct the Metropolitan Opera Or-chestra. For pure flamboyancy and joy, watch Leonard Bernstein conduct any orchestra in the world. The man simply loses himself in the joy of the music. For old school formality, watch Herbert von Karajan conduct the Berlin Philharmonic. A musical master (and taskmaster) at work. A symphony orchestra is a living and breathing entity with various moving parts that make up the entity as a whole. How the parts come together is completely fascinating. All of the work being done on stage and behind the scenes ensures that the listening audience is moved emotion-ally and will witness musical precision at every turn.

AN ORCHESTRA IS A LIVING, BREATHING ENTITY...

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MIRROR IMAGES… LARK AND SPARROW HOSTS MASQUERADE BALL

Lark & Sparrow Nightclub in the Historic Montrose Masonic Building held its first Masquerade Ball Oct. 24. Clockwise from top left, Mary Dikeman and Yvonne Meek welcome revelers; guests took souvenir photos, danced, and wore beautiful masks; a princess arrives; Kenny and Julia Meek; masked, mysterious and at your service; Jordan Carls and House Blend played a private concert in the Skylight Room.

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By Nick Hoppner Special to Art & Sol MONTROSE-Magic Circle Theatre’s pro-duction of "Mary Poppins" brings to the Montrose stage the magic of the Walt Disney film of the same name, based on the stories of P. L. Travers and interpreted by Julian Fellowes (of "Downton Abbey" fame). Directed by Tom Chamberlain and Kathy Murdoch, Assistant Director, the musical combines infectious songs with wholesome entertainment fueled by daz-zling choreography. Becky Northey serves as Music Director and Amy Nelp is Chore-ographer. With a cast of more than 30 singing and dancing characters, the Magic Circle stage will be awash in color, light, and spectacle. The music and lyrics were crafted by the Academy Award-winning duo Robert and Richard Sherman. Always the hallmark of a good musical, a bevy of memorable songs fill the theatre. Expect to hear "Chim Chim Cher-ee", "Practically Per-

fect", "Jolly Holiday", "A Spoonful of Sug-ar", "Let’s Go Fly A Kite", "Feed The Birds", and the show-stopping "Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious". Bethany Ward plays Mary Poppins, the mystifying and magical nanny, hired in desperation by the over-stressed George Banks (Jason McCay) and overwhelmed Winfred Banks (Jill Vincent). Their mischievous and unruly children, Michael (played alternately by Zachary Vincent and Nate Kissingford) and Jane (played alternately by Brianna Kemming and Annabelle Ensor) adapt quickly to Mary Poppins’ firm discipline tempered by obvious affection. With the help of a vast array of London’s common folk, introduced by the happy-go-lucky chimney sweep, Bert (played by Mitch Hamilton), the children absorb many valuable lessons—often delivered in song and dance. Meanwhile, the redoubt-able Mary Poppins subtly influences the

children’s parents. Step by step, lesson by lesson, song by song, and dance by dance, each of the Banks family members comes to look beyond their self-centeredness to recognize and embrace the core values that are truly important in life. During its six-year run on Broadway, "Mary Poppins" was performed more than 2,600 times, making it one of Broad-way’s longest running shows. Having been nominated for seven Tony Awards, the musical continues to be popular in region-al theaters everywhere. "Mary Poppins" opens November 6 for four weekends of performances. Magic Circle Theatre tickets can now be pur-chased online. Tickets for the general public will be available online at http://magiccircleplayers.com beginning October 23, by telephone at (970) 249-7838, or in person at the box office, 420 S. 12th St., Montrose, from 2 to 5 p.m., Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays beginning October 27.

MAGIC CIRCLE THEATRE BRINGS MARY POPPINS

MUSICAL TO THE COMMUNITY THEATER STAGE

COMMUNITY NEWS BRIEFS...ARTS AND CULTURE

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Hold the Date! Upcoming Cultural Events

ONGOING- THE OURAY COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM has begun fall hours. The museum will be open to the public Thursday through Satur-day until Saturday, Nov. 14. Following Nov. 14, the museum will be closed for the season and will reopen in April, 2016. Hours are 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Admission, $6 per adult, $1 for children ages 6-12, free for children under 6. The museum is located at 420 Sixth Avenue in Ouray. For more information, call (970) 325-4576. THE ALPINE PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB meets every second Tuesday at St Mary's Catholic Church in the St Paul Room, 1855 St Mary’s Drive, Montrose. The Public is welcome to attend. For more information, email alpinephotoclub@aol.com. FREE JAM SESSION AND SING ALONG, Mondays from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Montrose Pavilion Senior Center. MONTROSE FARMERS MARKET– Every Saturday from 8:30 a.m. -1pm, Centennial Plaza. FIRST FRIDAY STROLLS MONTROSE DOWNTOWN —Monthly from 5:30 p.m.-8p.m. Artist Demonstrations, Free Wine Tastings, and in-store promotional events! MONTROSE HISTORICAL MUSEUM-“Montrose County Historical Society Presents” is held at 7 pm on the first Wednesday of each month in the Pioneer Room of Friendship Hall, 1001 N. 2nd St. The public is invited to free programs based on topics of regional history. For more information please call 249-2085. MONTROSE STAMP (PHILATELIC) CLUB meets on the fourth Wednesday of each month at 420 Alta Lakes Dr. from 7-8pm. For Be-ginners to Pros! Please contact Brenda Moureaux at 970-765-6948 for more information. TAIZE-STYLE SERVICES OF MUSIC, PRAYER AND MEDITATION on Scripture are offered on the first Thursday of the month, except June, July and August, at 7 p.m. in the Sanctuary. All are welcome. Montrose United Methodist Church. MONTHLY- Oct. 28-Sherbino Theater in Ridgway presents “Sherb Nerds” Trivia Night. $5, Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Oct. 29-30-Ghostly stories and ghosts of Montrose Downtown…$6 per person. Call to reserve space, as tour size is limited. 249-2085.Meet at 6 p.m. Montrose County Historical Museum, 21 North Rio Grande. Oct.29-Family Night with Dinner and Halloween & Autumn Movies, Thursday, October 29, at 6 to 8 p.m. at Ridgway Elementary School Eagle's Nest, 1115 W. Clinton St., Ridgway. A whimsical selection of Halloween and Autumn-themed animated shorts for children of all ages. Tickets $5 for adults and $3 for kids. Hot Dog & Chili Bar, Drinks & Snacks Availa-ble. Info: info@friendsofridgwayschools.orgor 970-626-5468. Oct. 30 – 31—Grand Junction’s Highline State Park Monster Mash-Meet Friday at 5 p.m. in the campground between campsites 9 and 12, and at 7 pm, venture into the darkness to the Day Use Area for a spooky, but kid-friendly, Halloween movie spooktacular. Meet Saturday at 4 p.m.in the campground between campsites 9 and 12. On Saturday there will be a campsite decorating contest and hay rides. For more info, contact the friendly spirits at Highline Lake State Park at 970-858-7208, or ask a question via email at highline.park@state.co.us. All programs are free, but each vehicle entering the park must have a valid pass on the windshield. A seven dollar vehicle pass can be purchased at the park. For more information about Highline Lake State Park, vis-it www.cpwstate.co.us/placestogo/Parks/highlinelake. Oct. 31-Niceness to play Halloween at Ridgway’s Sherbino Theater. Doors open at 7 p.m. Goodtimes Music Company opens. $15. Oct. 31-Annual Stupid Band Halloween Dance, Turn of the Century Saloon, $10 admission and two non-perishable food items for Sharing Ministries. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 31-RnRn Sports Bar welcomes Johnson County Coroners for Halloween. Nov. 3-The Telluride Institute’s Talking Gourds Poetry Club hosts two poets from the Uncompahgre Valley -- Carol McDermott and Vanda Harris -- on Nov. 3 at 6 p.m. at Arroyo’s in Telluride. Call 970-729-0220 or visit the Gourds website <talkinggourds.weebly.com> for more info. Nov. 5-7-Ouray High School presents “Zombie Prom” the musical. 970-325-4505 for info. Nov. 6-8-"Mary Poppins" brings to the Magic Circle Theatre stage the magic and music of the Walt Disney film that is based on the stories of P. L. Travers. Ticket information: 249-7838, or online at www.magiccircleplayers.com or visit the box office at 420 S. 12th St., Montrose, Tuesdays through Thursdays, 2 to 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday shows are 7:30 p.m., Sunday matinee is 2 p.m. Nov. 7 - Altrusa Autumn Affair - 5:30-9 pm at the Lark & Sparrow - live jazz, catered appetizers, silent auction. Tickets available from Fabula or onlinehttp://altrusa.bpt.me - $35 through Oct 31; $40 starting Nov. 1. Nov. 7-David Nunn & the Bad Habits at the Sherbino, doors open at 7:30, music starts at 8 p.m. $5 cover. Nov. 13-15-"Mary Poppins" brings to the Magic Circle Theatre stage the magic and music of the Walt Disney film that is based on the stories of P. L. Travers. Ticket information: 249-7838, or online at www.magiccircleplayers.com or visit the box office at 420 S. 12th St., Montrose, Tuesdays through Thursdays, 2 to 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday shows are 7:30 p.m., Sunday matinee is 2 p.m. Nov. 14-from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. will be the United Methodist Women’s Down Home Country Craft Bazaar! This event will be all over the building on 19. S Park Ave. Nov. 14-Songwriter Series at Lark and Sparrow, 511 East Main, with singer/songwriter Gabrielle Louise. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. 870-615-7277 or www.thelarknsparrow.com. Nov. 20-22-"Mary Poppins" brings to the Magic Circle Theatre stage the magic and music of the Walt Disney film that is based on the stories of P. L. Travers. Ticket information: 249-7838, or online at www.magiccircleplayers.com or visit the box office at 420 S. 12th St., Montrose, Tuesdays through Thursdays, 2 to 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday shows are 7:30 p.m., Sunday matinee is 2 p.m.

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