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Counseling center opens second site

The Counseling and Education Center, a mental health nonprofit serving the Grand Valley for 45 years, opened a second location in Orchard Mesa with a ribbon cutting on Thursday.

Key points Counseling center opens second site
  1. The Counseling and Education Center, a mental health nonprofit serving the Grand Valley for 45 years, opened a second location in Orchard Mesa with a ribbon cutting on Thursday.
  2. The expansion is expected to nearly double the clients it serves each year, from about 350 to 400 to about 750 to 800.
  3. A free neighborhood open house is planned for Saturday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. so community members can tour the building and learn about its services.
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Oct 16th - 10:00 AM
Local event

Grand Junction Roadshow

A FREE five-day-only event for an on-site expert to evaluate your precious metals, coins, collectibles, and antiques!

Event info Grand Junction Roadshow
Oct 16 Friday · 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

A free, five-day-only event is being held in Grand Junction where an on-site expert will evaluate precious metals, coins, collectibles, and antiques. This event is open to the local community and offers an opportunity for residents to learn about their items.

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Hampton Inn Grand Junction Downtown/Historic Main Street
205 Main Street, Grand Junction, CO 81501

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Incubator hosts Entrepreneur Exchange

The Grand Junction Business Incubator Center is holding its first Entrepreneur Exchange on Friday, Oct. 16, at the Grand Junction Convention Center.

Oct 16th - 3:00 PM
Tasting

Wine Down Fridays

Settle into the weekend with Wine Down Friday at Restoration Vineyards. Enjoy estate wines, sweeping vineyard views, and delicious offerings from Pali Thai and La Pupuseria Food Truck. 3–8 PM | Happy Hour Specials 4–6 PM We started Pali Thai out of a tent at the Palisade Farmer’s Market in the fa

Mavericks host Nyikos Cup

Colorado Mesa University's football team returns from a bye week to host Colorado Mines on Saturday at 1 p.m. at Stocker Stadium in a homecoming game with the Nyikos Cup rivalry trophy at stake.

Oct 16th - 5:00 PM
Social

The Poe Project 2026: Brides of Poe Bar Crawl

Edgar Allan Poe writes stories about the death (or premature burial) of brides and poems to his loves (including his adored wife Virginia, and the wives of other men). On this crawl, we celebrate these women (all are welcome). Dress code: Pristine or themed (recently dead, recently exhumed) -Wedding

Oct 16th - 22nd
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Kids & Family

Storytimes, crafts, and places to wear them out. 3 things to do, most of them Saturday.

Time Sprinkler up for adoption

A two-pound orange kitten named Time Sprinkler is available for adoption at the Roice-Hurst Humane Society in Grand Junction.

Oct 16th - 6:30 PM
Film

Ghostbusters Screening

Who you gonna call? 👻 Join us at the Avalon Theatre for a special screening of the iconic supernatural comedy Ghostbusters! Gather your friends, grab some popcorn, and get ready for ghosts, laughs, and plenty of ’80s nostalgia as the Ghostbusters take on New York City’s paranormal activity. Whether

Horseman's Hall of Fame fundraiser

The Colorado Plateau Horseman's Hall of Fame will hold its annual Demo and Dinner fundraiser at 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17, at the Mesa County Grand Stands Arena, in partnership with the Colorado Mesa University rodeo team.

Oct 16th - 6:30 PM
Live music

Bill Crick Live Music

Bill Crick, Live Music at Cruise Control Kitchen and Cellar

D51 softball teams reach regionals

Three District 51 softball teams are headed to regional tournaments after the regular season ended last weekend.

Fruita fitness coaches

The City of Fruita is introducing its certified health coaches, a team of five fitness professionals available to help residents feel their best.

Oct 16th - 17th
Theater

The Cobbler Caper Mystery Dessert Theater

Who tried to kill Oktoberfest judge Adolph Schwindler? His daughter? Crooked business partner? His own lawyer? Audience members become suspects and investigators to solve the crime while enjoying delicious dessert. Presented by Mesa Murder Mystery to raise funds for Girls on a Mission. Saturday mati

Oct 16th - 22nd
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Outdoors & Active

Get outside, join a race, cheer someone on. 11 things to do, most of them Thursday.

Farmers Market delivery nears goal

Jamie Wood, owner of Farmers Market in the Grand Valley, runs a local online grocery service that delivers food from area growers, ranchers, bakers and makers directly to customers' homes.

Oct 16th - 7:30 PM
Live music

Of Thee I Sing

Join the Western Colorado Chorale for a program drawn from the USA’s rich tradition of choral music. From patriotic tunes to American choral classics, songs in celebration of the nation’s stunning geography as well as its lofty ideals, you don’t want to miss this program of inspiring music in honor

Grand Junction arts resource directory

The City of Grand Junction published a resource directory listing local artists, performers, and creative businesses.

Oct 17th
Live music

Grand Junction Rockestra

Rockestra presents a country-influenced show inspired by a variety of styles in the country music genre, including Western Swing, Honky Tonk, The Nashville Sound, Country Rock, Classic Country, Outlaw

Tortoise rescued on 29 Road

A tortoise found on a Grand Junction road after being clipped by a car was taken in by a passerby and then picked up by Grand Junction Police Department animal control.

Oct 16th - 22nd
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Learn Something

Classes, workshops, and talks worth the evening. 4 things to do, most of them Today.

Oct 17th
Fundraiser

Fruita Middle School Craft Fair

Join us for a fun-filled day celebrating local makers, creators, and small businesses! Come shop unique handmade gifts, support local vendors, and enjoy a great community event with family and

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