Lake San Cristobal 5k/10k Race. June 1
The Stone Quartet. June 27
Adler & Hearne. June 28
The Red Velvet Cake War. Throughout July.
Bear Day in the Park. July 1
Fourth of July Celebration. July 4
Suzy Bogguss. July 9
Mito de Soto. July 13
Asleep at the Wheel. August 6
Arizona Brass Quintet. August 7
Small Potatoes. August 12
Back In Thyme Victorian Tea. August 12
Les Gilliam with Call of the West. August 20
Bonnie & The Clydes perform at the Lake City Uncorked Wine & Music Festival. Sept 21
Christmas in Lake City. December
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Events
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May 2013May 31. Stargazing at Windy Point with local astronomer Philip Virden and Katherine Daly, OSM/VISTA and Outreach Coordinator with the Lake Fork Valley Conservancy. More info: 970-209-5238.
June 2013
June 1. Lake San Cristobal 5k/10k Race
The Lake San Cristobal 5k/10k race winds its way from Lake San Cristobal into the historic downtown Lake City, Colorado. More info: www.lsc10k.com June 1. Slumgullion Earthflow Geological Tour Led by local geologist Harvey DuChene. 2 p.m. Meet at the Slumgullion Slide Overlook, Highway 149, mile marker 66. Bring your binoculars! More info: 970-209-5238. June 1. Jackalope Jazz Musician Jobuk Johnson Mean Jean's Coffee Shop, 205 N. Gunnison Avenue. 5 to 7 p.m. The bar will mix signature Slumgullion Slide and Moscow Mule cocktails alongside its regular selection of beverages for all ages. 970-944-0302. June 1. Sock Hop The Depot Saloon, 301 Third Street. 10 p.m. Dress sweet and sharp for a night of shucking and jiving to mid-century chart toppers. Music turns modern at midnight. 970-944-0204. June 2. Tour of Lake San Cristobal 10 a.m. to noon. Free. Lake Fork Valley Conservancy Program Director Camille Richard will highlight the natural beauty and history of Colorado's second largest natural lake. Meet at the Hinsdale County dock, halfway along the west side of the lake on County Road 30. More info: 970-209-5238. June 8. Natalie Reeve Memorial Local Artist Show Opening Reception, 5 to 7 p.m. Exhibit is open every weekday from 1 to 4 p.m. through July 5. Free. Lake City Arts, 970-944-2706. June 15. 2nd Annual Blossom Festival Come Celebrate as we kick off the Lake City summer season of performances and events! Complimentary appetizers, cash bar, door prizes and music. On the Deck at the Moseley Arts Center, 300 Silver Street, from 4 to 7 p.m. Info: 970-944-2706. June 22. San Juan Solstice 50 mile Race More info: www.lakecity50.com June 27. The Stone Quartet 7:30 p.m. at the Moseley Arts Center. "The Yo-Yo Ma of the banjo," two-time Juno-winning banjoist Jayme Stone makes music inspired by folk traditions from around the world. This chamber group bridges classical, folk and jazz, with an eclectic program of works by Bach, a Moorish sword-fighting dance, Malian melodies, an Appalachian barnburner and Stone's own tiny symphony. Chamber Music Series, Lake City Arts, 970-944-2710. jaymestone.com June 28. Alder & Hearne 7:30 p.m. at the Moseley Arts Center. Folk-jazz, bluegrass, and a variety of sounds. More info at www.adlerandhearne.com. Lake City Arts, 970-944-2710. July 2013
Ongoing:
July 5, July 11 & 12, 18 & 19, 25 & 26. The Red Velvet Cake War Cabin Fever Players presents this raucous Southern-fried comedy. 7 p.m. at the Moseley Arts Center. Lake City Arts, 970-944-2710. July 15, 22 & 29, August 6. Hear us Dance Dance performance by the Lake City Lakettes and the Magdalene Dance Troupe. Lake City Arts, 970-944-2710. July 1. Bear Day in the Park 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Town Park, corner of Silver and Third Streets. Fun and educational booths and hands-on activities for all ages, featuring information on bears, plus how to live, camp, hike and be bear smart in black bear country. Sponsored by Lake City Friends of the Bears. July 2. Moe Bandy "One of America’s all-time leading classic country music artists" performs at the Sportsman's BBQ Station & Backyard, 173 S. Gunnison Avenue. Tickets, more information: Backyard Concert Series or 970-944-2525. More about Moe Bandy. July 3. High Country Craft Fair Veteran's Park on Gunnison Avenue. Sponsored by Wee Care Child Care Center. Details TBA. July 4. Lake City's Old Fashioned Fourth of July Celebration Parade, games and food, music, book sale, fireworks, and more. Details TBA. July 8. Assenheimer/Palmer Art & Photography Exhibit Opening Reception, 5 to 7 p.m. Exhibit is open every weekday from 1 to 4 p.m. through July 29. Free. Lake City Arts, 970-944-2706. July 9. Trio Vivente Flutist Becky Weidman-Winter, cellist Peter Greydanus and pianist Martha Watson Violett will perform trios of Haydn, Gaubert, Martinu, and Dello Joio. 7:30 p.m. at the Moseley Arts Center. Part of the Chamber Music Series, Lake City Arts, 970-944-2710. July 9. Suzy Bogguss On the heels of her newest album, American Folk Songbook, Suzy performs at the Sportsman's BBQ Station & Backyard, 173 S. Gunnison Avenue. Tickets, more information: Backyard Concert Series or 970-944-2525. More about Suzy's music at the official Suzy Bogguss site. July 11 & 12. How to Finish a Painting Class with Jane Jones. From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day. Jane’s Lake City Studio. $150. Info, registration: janejonesart@yahoo.com or 972-407-1566. July 13. Town Wide Yard Sale Yard sales all over town on the same day. Info: Chamber of Commerce, 970-944-2527. July 13. Mito di Soto 7:30 p.m. at the Moseley Arts Center. Flamenco guitarist and vocalist. Lake City Arts, 970-944-2710. July 15 - 19. Youth Art Camp 1 to 3 p.m. each day at the Lake City School art room. Instructor Martha Reyburn teaches the basics of drawing, printmaking, painting, sculpting, and weaving. Lake City Arts, 970-944-2706. July 16. 38th Annual Arts & Crafts Festival 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Lake City Town Park and along Silver Street. Fine art and crafts, and good food. Sponsored by Lake City Arts, 970-944-2706. July 16. Collin Raye Five times nominated as country music’s Male Vocalist of the Year, Collin Raye performs at the Sportsman's BBQ Station & Backyard, 173 S. Gunnison Avenue. Tickets, more information: Backyard Concert Series or 970-944-2525. Find out more about his music at the official Collin Raye website. July 17-20. Creative Collage Class with Jane Jones. From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day. Jane’s Lake City Studio. $450, supplies included. Info, registration: janejonesart@yahoo.com or 972-407-1566. July 17. What Was That? An Inquiry Into The Reality Of Ghosts Today 7:30 p.m. at the Moseley Arts Center. A program on ghosts and spirits, presented by Rick Underwood. Free. Lake City Arts, 970-944-2710. July 22 - 26. Adult Art Camp 1 to 3 p.m. each day at the Lake City School art room. Instructor Martha Reyburn teaches the basics of drawing, printmaking, painting, sculpting, and weaving. Lake City Arts, 970-944-2706. July 24. Jorgensen/Bryant Duo The engaging duo of Jerilyn Jorgensen, violinist and Cullan Bryant, pianist will play an exciting and diverse program featuring the music of Beethoven, Liszt, and Prokofieff. 7:30 p.m. at the Moseley Arts Center. Part of the Chamber Music Series, Lake City Arts, 970-944-2710. July 31. Astro Presentation 7:30 p.m. at the Moseley Arts Center. Free. Dr. Richard Powell, Professor Emeritus, University of Arizona. Lake City Arts, 970-944-2710. August 2013
Ongoing:
August 1, 4 & 8 & 9. An Ace in the Hole - The Sequel A play by Don Framer. 7:30 p.m. at the Moseley Arts Center. Lake City Arts, 970-944-2710. August 3. Underwood/Jones Art & Photography Exhibit Opening Reception, 5 to 7 p.m. Exhibit is open every weekday from 1 to 4 p.m. through August 24. Free. Lake City Arts, 970-944-2706. August 6. Asleep at the Wheel The Kings of Texas Swing and nine-time Grammy winners, Asleep at the Wheel performs at the Sportsman's BBQ Station & Backyard, 173 S. Gunnison Avenue. Tickets, more information: Backyard Concert Series or 970-944-2525. Find out more about them at the Asleep at the Wheel website. August 6. Hear us Dance Dance performance by the Lake City Lakettes and the Magdalene Dance Troupe. Lake City Arts, 970-944-2710. August 7. The Arizona Brass Quintet Kelly Thomas returns to Lake City with the Arizona Brass Quintet, bringing new faces, fresh sounds and powerful music. The concert will feature a wide-ranging program that includes some classics, some jazz, and some surprises. 7:30 p.m. at the Moseley Arts Center. Part of the Chamber Music Series, Lake City Arts, 970-944-2710. August 12. Back in Thyme Victorian Tea 12 noon at the Hinsdale County Museum. Join us for tea and company at this fun annual museum fundraiser. Historic attire is encouraged, but not required! We can even lend you a hat. Men and women welcome. Tickets, info: 970-944-2050. August 12. Small Potatoes 7:30 p.m. at the Moseley Arts Center. The Chicago based folk duo of Jacquie Manning and Rich Prezioso say it has taken them years of careful indecision to develop a repertoire they describe as "Celtic to Cowboy." Superb musicianship and showmanship, award-winning songwriting, and a strong sense of tradition has made them, as Dirty Linen Magazine once said, "one of the most polished, inventive, and entertaining shows on the circuit." Lake City Arts, 970-944-2710. August 13. Gene Watson CMT.com says "What can you say about the most burnished and sensitive male voice on the planet except ‘Listen’?" Gene Watson performs at the Sportsman's BBQ Station & Backyard, 173 S. Gunnison Avenue. Tickets, more information: Backyard Concert Series or 970-944-2525. Find out more about the man and his music at Gene Watson's website. August 13 & 14. I'm Herbert and DMV Tyrant 7:30 p.m. at the Moseley Arts Center. Two 1-act plays with Ed and Becky Campbell. Lake City Arts, 970-944-2710. August 20. Les Gilliam with Call of the West 7:30 p.m. at the Moseley Arts Center. Real fine award-winning country and western music. Lake City Arts, 970-944-2710. August 21 & 22. Experimental Acrylic Art class with Jane Jones. From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day. Jane’s Lake City studio. $225, supplies included. Info, registration: janejonesart@yahoo.com or 972-407-1566. September 2013
September 14. 22nd Annual Colorfest Arts & Crafts Festival
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Lake City Town Park. Fine art and crafts, and good food. Sponsored by Lake City Arts, 970-944-2706. September 21. Uncorked Wine and Music Festival Live music, wines and beers. Featured performers include: KC Errett, Russ Chapman Trio, Chimney Choir, Moors & McCumber, Lisa Morales, Bonnie & The Clydes, and Funkdafari. Info, tickets: www.lakecityfestival.org or 970-944-3478. October 2013
October 10. Annual Hunter's Ball and Community Dinner
Details TBA. Info: Chamber of Commerce, 970-944-2527. November 2013
November 28. Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot
Details TBA. December 2013
Christmas In Lake City
Open Houses Lake City Community Dinner Community Choir Concert February 2014
Matt Milski Memorial Ski Race
Lake City Ice Climbing Festival Lake City Hot Air Balloon Festival Ice Fishing Derby |
