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Celebrating the life and legacy of Grand Junction artist John Anglim

Jun 02, 2026 01:52PM ● By Ursula Nizalowski

Longtime KAFM radio host and artist John Anglim passed away leaving a profound legacy. Local creators share how he championed community music, poetry and art.

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Why the echoing sound of train whistles still captures America’s heart

Jun 01, 2026 10:22AM ● By Jen Wolfe

From settling the West to symbolizing love, loss and adventure, discover the fascinating history and lasting meaning behind the iconic train whistle.

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Petals of progress: a master quilter’s journey through stroke recovery

May 05, 2026 09:55AM ● By Sieglinde Carpenter

Can creativity help stroke recovery? Follow Margaret Noah’s 10-month journey of relearning the basics to win Best of Show at the 2025 Black Canyon Quilt Show with her stunning art quilts.

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Beyond the glue stick: how the Rocky Mountain Collage Society fuels local art

May 04, 2026 03:41PM ● By Debbie Van Dyke

Explore the Rocky Mountain Collage Society in Grand Junction. Discover how local artists use mixed media for self-expression, brain health, and community at The Art Center’s latest exhibit.

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Grand Valley Concert Series returns with 82nd season lineup at Avalon Theatre

Apr 28, 2026 03:40PM ● By Jan Weeks

From ’70s hits to Piano Men, see what’s coming to Grand Junction’s Avalon Theatre plus a free summer concert you won’t want to miss.

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Montrose senior harp students bring calmness and joy

Oct 04, 2023 11:17AM ● By April Fitzgerald

Robin Freed's harps and dulcimer lessons bring healing and joy to all ages

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Touch the Sounds of Silence

Oct 04, 2023 10:35AM ● By Jan Weeks

Community Concerts of the Grand Valley brings acclaimed Simon & Garfunkel tribute to Grand Junction's Avalon Theatre

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Everything is beautiful at the ballet

Oct 03, 2023 02:53PM ● By Cloie Sandlin

I may not remember my first sporting event, but I remember my first ballet—and it was fang-tastic.

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The living library of folk

Jul 28, 2023 03:02PM ● By Jan Weeks

Enter to win two tickets to see Folk Legacy Trio on September 20

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A Song of Thanks

Jul 28, 2023 02:00PM ● By Diana Barnett

John Winn leaves a legacy through songs about hope and HopeWest

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The Rat Pack lived by their own rules in original "Ocean's 11"

Jul 28, 2023 01:14PM ● By Randal C. Hill

Las Vegas takes our money, sure, but what if the tables were suddenly turned and we took their money? Who wouldn’t enjoy that?

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Old school scammers and the king of quacks

Jun 23, 2023 01:22PM ● By Randal C. Hill

Phones, the internet and other technology have perpetrated fraud and scams, but scammers existed long before the digital age.

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"Don't you dare call them dolls!"

Apr 28, 2023 12:30PM ● By Randal Hill

Riding on the coattails of Barbie’s success, another toy designed for boys was marketed as the first “action figure”

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Like magic!

Apr 04, 2023 03:52PM ● By Jan Weeks & Cloie Sandlin

Local magicians reveal their secrets to aging well

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THANK YOU fellow music lovers!

Apr 04, 2023 03:14PM

Community Concerts of the Grand Valley (CCGV) would like to extend a big thank you for supporting our diverse, uplifting and successful season of great music!

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