THURSDAY, OCTOBER 29
PUMPKIN FAIRY HOUSES
The Basalt Library hosts a pumpkin fairy house workshop for kids ages 6-12 from 3:45 to 4:45pm. Details at basaltlibrary.org
THE VALLEY JOURNAL
The Carbondale Library recently finished digitizing the entire Valley Journal archive, and will celebrate the project along with some pivotal players in local journalism, including Valley Journal founders Pat Noel and Becky Young, during an event at the library starting at 5pm. Come and bring stories about The Valley Journal to share. The Sopris Sun was invited to partner with the library for this event. Appetizers and refreshments will be provided.
‘BEETLEJUICE JR.’
SoL Theatre Company presents “Beetlejuice JR.,” a collaboration with Sopris Soarers, taking the stage at the Roaring Fork High School today and tomorrow at 6pm, and Saturday, Halloween, at 2pm. Tickets at tinyurl.com/beetlejuicejr2026
‘FIRST DRAFT’
“First Draft” podcast host Mitzi Rapkin speaks with Abby Geni, the author of “The Body Farm,” from 6:30 to 7:30pm at the Basalt Library. Details at basaltlibrary.org
WILD & SCENIC FILM FEST
The 12th annual Wild & Scenic Film Festival, celebrating “water, wild places and the people working to protect them,” screens at the Glenwood Vaudeville Revue at 6:30pm. Doors open at 5:30pm. A virtual streaming option will be available through Nov. 4. Tickets at midcowatershed.org/events
TACAW
Catch filmed live theater with Benedict Cumberbatch and Jonny Lee Miller in “Frankenstein” at 7pm at TACAW. The performance was directed by Danny Boyle. Tickets at tacaw.org
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30
TRUNK OR TREAT IN RIFLE
The Rifle Police Department and the Garfield County Libraries are teaming up for trunk or treating on 3rd St. in Rifle from 11am to 1pm. Questions? Call Rifle PD at 970-665-6500.
BOARD APPOINTMENT DEADLINE
The deadline to apply for the Carbondale Chamber Board and Tourism Council of Carbondale is today at noon. Apply at tinyurl.com/chambertourism
TRUNK OR TREAT, BONEDALE
Ascendigo Autism Services hosts an inclusive trunk or treat event at Carbondale Town Hall from 4 to 6pm. Families can expect sensory-friendly Halloween activities, decorated trunks and, of course, trick-or-treating. Folks interested in having a trunk or sponsoring the event can email gsinclair@ascendigo.org Details at ascendigo.org
‘ROCKY HORROR’ AT THE CRYSTAL
Spooktober continues with the screening of “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” at 7pm at the Crystal Theatre; goody bags will be included. Tickets at tinyurl.com/rockyhorrorpictureshow2026 The film will screen again at 7pm tomorrow, Halloween night, with the Roaring Divas emceeing, followed by an afterparty featuring Sweet Jessup & The Dirty Buckets. Tickets at tinyurl.com/rockyhorrorsweetjessup
STEVE’S GUITARS
Stray Grass performs an All Hallows Eve pregame set at Steve’s Guitars at 8pm. Tickets at stevesguitars.net
‘ROCKY HORROR’ AT TACAW
TACAW screens the “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” at 8pm. Tickets at tacaw.org
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 31
HALLOWEEN ZUMBA
Dance Initiative hosts a Halloween Zumba party at the Third Street Center, room 20, at 10am. No experience necessary. Costumes welcome.
POWERS ART CENTER
Today is the last chance to see the current “Jasper Johns: A Whole Can be Only a Part” exhibit at the Powers Art Center. The center will be closed for the month of November to prepare for its upcoming install: “Differences and Samenesses: Jasper Johns Decoys.”
HALLOWEEN AT TACAW
TACAW hosts its Halloween Bash (21-plus), featuring Chaparelle and Heavy Diamond Ring at 8pm, as well as a costume contest. Tickets at tinyurl.com/chaparelletacaw
HALLOWEEN IN G-WOOD
Glenwood Springs Parks and Rec hosts its Halloween celebration, with games and prizes at the community center from noon to 2:30pm and a spooky skate at the ice rink from 2:30 to 4pm. Tickets at tinyurl.com/glenwoodhalloween2026
HEATHER’S HALLOWEEN
Heather’s Savory Pies & Tapas Bar hosts a costume party and music from John Michel at 7pm. Dinner is served until 9pm. Register at heathersbasalt.com/halloween-2026
HALLOWEEN AT THE LEGION
The American Legion Post 100 in Carbondale throws down a Halloween Party at 7pm with live music by the Goodman Band and a costume contest — the winner takes home a $100 prize. Open to the public.
KDNK HALLOWEEN BASH
KDNK and Townline Trucks present a Halloween bash at Townline from 8pm til late. A costume contest is at 9:30pm, and the winner gets a cash prize.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 1
A SPIRITUAL CENTER
Kay Knickerbocker presents “Insights from the Rear View Mirror” at A Spiritual Center (room 31 of the Third Street Center) at 10am.
‘BUILT FOR THE BARN’
Windwalkers’ “Built for the Barn” was postponed from Oct. 24 to today due to rainy conditions last week. Bring a team of three and compete in running, synchronized burpees and kettlebell throwing for this farm-centric event co-hosted by Aspen CrossFit and Twin Acres at 1038 County Road 102 in Carbondale from 10am to 2pm. The event includes an open house. Register at tinyurl.com/builtforthebarn2026
WRITING MONTH
The Garfield County Libraries launch a month-long series for local writers, including a short-short, flash-fiction writing contest and The 5 to 50 Challenge for long-form writers (5,000 to 50,000 words), meeting on Mondays from 5 to 7pm. It all starts with a kick-off Flash Story Party today from 2 to 3:30pm at the Glenwood Library. The series culminates with a Writing Celebration Party on Dec. 5 at 2pm. All events are free and open to adults and teens. For details, visit gcpld.org/GarCoWriMo
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 2
SEWING CLASS
Learn how to sew at the Glenwood Library with a class offered on Mondays, today through Dec. 21 (except Nov. 23), from 3 to 4pm. RSVP to tlamee@gcpld.org or call the library at 970-945-5958 for more details.
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3
ELECTION DAY
Ballots are due by 7pm at a designated drop box or in person at a voting center.
DRAWING CLUB
The Roaring Fork Drawing Club sketches together at Downtown Liquors in Carbondale at 6:30pm.
ELECTION LIVESTREAM
Age-Friendly Carbondale hosts a livestream of the General Election at the Crystal Theatre beginning at 7pm.
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 4
‘HOUSEPLANTS 101’
The Botany Houseplant Shop hosts a “Houseplant 101” workshop from 5:30 to 7:30pm. Register at botanyhouseplantshop.com
‘UP IN SMOKE’
Catch the Crystal Theatre’s 7pm showing of “Cheech and Chong’s Up in Smoke,” the first of a month-long stoner comedy series, “Weedy Wednesday.” Please do not smoke in the theater. Tickets at the door.
RECOVERY TRIVIA
The Meeting Place hosts a recovery fundraiser with live music by Mugsy Seldeen at the Hoffman Hotel. Dinner is served at 6pm and trivia starts at 7pm. This event is sold out.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 5
RF CONSERVANCY AT 30
Roaring Fork Conservancy celebrates its 30th birthday at The River Center, 22800 Two Rivers Road in Basalt, from 11:30am to 1pm. The event is free. RSVP at roaringfork.org
FOCUSED KIDS FALL FLING
Focused Kids hosts a fundraising event, including a silent auction that goes live online on Nov. 2, at the Old Thompson Barn in River Valley Ranch from 5:30 to 8pm. Tickets at focusedkids.org
RFTA MASTER PLAN
Roaring Fork Transportation Authority hosts an open house, filling folks in and taking comments regarding the direction of its 20-year Master Plan, at 6pm at the Glenwood Springs Community Center. Learn more about the Master Plan at rfta.com
‘V FOR VENDETTA”
The Crystal Theatre screens “V For Vendetta” at 7pm. Tickets at the door.
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 6
WATERSHED SUMMIT
Catch up on all things water at the Roaring Fork Watershed Summit, hosted at the Third Street Center from 9am to 3pm with speakers from the Colorado River District, the state climatology office, Roaring Fork Conservancy and more. RSVP at tinyurl.com/watershedsummit2026
DÍA DE LOS MUERTOS
Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, kicks off at the Carbondale Library with crafts and face painting from 4:30 to 6:30pm, along with offerings of pan de muerto (bread of the dead) and hot chocolate. The procession starts from the Third Street Center at 6pm and continues on to Chacos Park. Food trucks will be open for business at 5pm at Chacos Park, plus more face painting and hot chocolate. The party continues at Chacos Park with performances by Folklórico, Cumbre Sol, Mezcla Socials, Roaring Fork Youth Orchestra and el Proyecto de Mariachi until 9pm. Carbondale Arts is seeking volunteer support; people can sign up at tinyurl.com/diadevolunteer
CLAY CENTER EXHIBIT
Carbondale Clay Center guest artist Theo Hirschfield presents “Blossom,” a weekend-long exhibition, at the Clay Center with a reception today from 5 to 7pm.
‘LEND ME A TENOR’
The Ute Players, a new troupe of local, seasoned theater folk, presents “Lend Me a Tenor” this weekend and next with Friday and Saturday showings at 7pm and Sunday matinees at 2pm at the Ute Theater in Rifle. Tickets at utetheater.com
BENNY BLEU
Benny Bleu, a “train-traveling” singer, songwriter, banjo-player and guitar-player, serenades True Nature with meditative licks at 7pm. Doors open at 6:30pm. Tickets at truenaturehealingarts.com
CONSENSUAL IMPROV
Thunder River Theatre hosts Consensual Improv, a performance composed of local comedians and actors, at 8pm. Doors and bar open at 7pm. Tickets at tinyurl.com/consensualimprov
STEVE’S GUITARS
Emily Barnes and Lena Rich perform at Steve’s Guitars at 8pm. Tickets at stevesguitars.net
TACAW
Standup comedian Ben Roy (with Nick Ellis) takes the stage at TACAW at 8pm. Tickets at tacaw.org