Community Calendar

Families Plus, Friends of Youth and Nature, and Partners Mentoring Youth present the By Kids, For Kids Collaborative Gala. Kids Pasta Project style dinner in an upscale setting. Cocktail hour at 5PM with harpist Charlotte Powers, followed by a youth-made and served dinner at 6PM. Live music by Dance Banditz at 7PM to end the evening. A silent auction will be open during the event with a selection wonderful local items available. All proceeds benefit Families Plus, Friends of Youth and Nature, and Partners Mentoring Youth to continue providing programing, services, and activities to youth in Delta and Montrose counties.

Introduction to the Northern European knitting traditions. Second and fourth Sundays.

4 pm – Dark || Downtown Ridgway on Clinton & Cora + Hartwell Park, the Sherbino & The Courtyard at 610
Setting: Walking, Standing, Dancing

Join us for one of Ridgway’s most joyful traditions — the Ridgway Fête de la Musique, an outdoor celebration of live music, community, and summer vibes! Presented by Citizen’s State Bank, Weehawken Creative Arts, and The Sherbino, this FREE event transforms downtown Ridgway into a bustling open-air festival filled with the sound of music.

🎤 15+ Musical Acts | Many Simultaneous Outdoor Stages + An Indoor Stage at the Sherbino
From the vibrant rhythms of Mariachi San Jose to regional favorites like David Nunn, Heather & Doug, and Donny Morales, there’s something for every musical taste. Wander Clinton and Cora Streets, the Courtyard at 610, The Sherbino and Hartwell Park to enjoy an incredible lineup of performances across multiple stages!

🌮 Food Trucks & Drinks
Refuel with tasty bites from local food trucks and cool off with drinks from one of our beverage stations (One beverage station inside the Sherbino / Another on Cora & Another at Hartwell Park + Our World Famous Mobile Bevie Cart!). **Please note: No outside alcohol is allowed

💛 Support the Music
This beloved community event is made possible by generous donors and sponsors like Citizens State Bank and many individual supporters. Help keep the music going! Bring cash to tip musicians and consider donating to support the event HERE

🚶‍♀️ Walk, Bike, or Park Nearby
Skip the hassle — walk or bike from home, or use municipal lots and stroll in. No outside alcohol permitted. Pets on leash at all times, please. Please supervise children so everyone can enjoy a safe and memorable evening.

🎉 Celebrate Ridgway. Celebrate Music. Celebrate Community.
We’ll make downtown Ridgway come alive with music, fun AND connection — we’ll see you there!

Evening of Mindfulness
Every 4th Sunday of the month
5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
The Hearth (138 Grand Ave, Paonia)

Bring a vegetarian dish to share and join us for an evening of:

Deep relaxation

Mindful eating (potluck style)

Walking meditation

Dharma sharing

These community evenings are a beautiful way to wind down, reflect, and nourish both body and spirit.
Come as you are. Leave a little more grounded. 💛

Work and learn theatre performance, props, costumes, tech. Advanced registration required.

FREE classes: September thru May, Mondays 4PM for ages7-8, 5PM for ages 9-12. Wednesdays, 4PM for ages 5-6. Go to www.gmaec.org for details and to register.

Writing as Remedy workshops at Wellspring Vitality invite you into a supportive, creative space where storytelling becomes a tool for healing, reflection, and connection. Through friendly prompts and shared presence, we use words to process what’s been held, honor lived experience, and remember that we don’t heal alone. No writing experience needed, just a willingness to show up and explore.

Work and learn theatre performance, props, costumes, tech. Advanced registration required.

Midweek Reset: Yoga with Katy – Every Wednesday at 11 a.m.
Take a deep breath, stretch it out, find your youthful body again. Whether you’re brand new to yoga or returning to your practice, Katy’s warm, grounding guidance makes space for all bodies and all levels.
These mid-morning sessions are a perfect way to reconnect with yourself, shake off stress, and enjoy gentle movement in community. Expect mindful flow, breath awareness, and leave feeling refreshed, centered and ready for the day!

For home-schooled students, an explorative art class.