Steamboat Pilot & Today

TODAY

❱❱ Figure drawing session — Artists’ Gallery of Steamboat, 9 a.m. to noon

The Artists’ Gallery of Steamboat hosts a drop-in figure drawing session. Bring your own materials; model provided. The cost is $12 per session. Call Kim at 970-846-3680. 1009 Lincoln Ave.

❱❱ “A Closer Look at Peak Oil” film — Bud Werner Memorial Library, noon

Transition Steamboat presents the movie in Library Hall. Bring a lunch. FREE. Call 819-2769. 1289 Lincoln Ave.

❱❱ Plein Air Paintout reception — Steamboat Art Museum 5 to 8 p.m.

A public reception, exhibit and sale for pieces created during the Plein Air Paintout and Quick Draw is from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Steamboat Art Museum. Appetizers are included, and a donation bar will be part of the event. FREE. Call 870-1755. 803 Lincoln Ave.

❱❱ Jon Gibbs and friends — Ghost Ranch Saloon, 5:30 p.m.

Local musicians play happy hour music. FREE. Call 879-9898. 56 Seventh St.

❱❱ Jed Clampit — The Antlers Café & Bar, 7 and 9 p.m.

Self-styled “contemporary front porch musician” performs two shows. FREE. Call 638-4555. 40 Moffat Ave., Yampa

❱❱ Steamboat Springs Pro Rodeo Series — Brent Romick Rodeo Arena, 7:30 p.m.

Cowboys and cowgirls compete at classic rodeo events. Barbecue will be sold starting at 6 p.m., and pre-rodeo entertainment runs from 6:15 to 7:15 p.m. Tickets are $15 at the gate for adults and $8 for children ages 7 to 15. Children 6 and younger are free. More information is at www.steamboatprorodeo.com. Brent Romick Rodeo Arena at Howelsen Parkway and Fifth Street.

❱❱ Open mic night — Hahn’s Peak Café, 8 p.m.

Paul Geppert hosts open mic night. FREE. Call 871-1495. 61070 Routt County Road 129, Hahn’s Peak.

❱❱ Tijerina — Ghost Ranch Saloon, 9 p.m.

New Mexico-based Tijerina plays blues-rock with jazz and funk influences. Learn more at www.tijerinaband.com. Pay $5 at the door. Call 879-9898. 56 Seventh St.

❱❱ Ashleigh Caudill and Narrow Gauge — Old Town Pub, 9:30 p.m.

The Asheville, N.C.-based bluegrass band brings a fresh, energetic approach to old favorites and originals. Listen to the band at www.exploresteamboat.com and learn more at www.narrowgaugemusic.com. FREE. Call 879-2101. 600 Lincoln Ave.

❱❱ Throwdown — The Boathouse Pub, 10 p.m.

Rock musicians perform. FREE. Call 879-4797. 609 Yampa St.

❱❱ J. Mitch and the Electric Switch — Tugboat Grill & Pub, 10 p.m.

The Colorado-based band is rooted in blues, funk, rock, soul, rhythm and blues and hip-hop grooves. Learn more at www.myspace.com/jmitchelectricswitch. Pay $5 at the door. Call 879-7070. 1860 Mount Werner Road.

❱❱ Global dance festival — The Powder Room, 10 p.m.

Dance to the latest global dance beats with Denver DJ Walt White. FREE. Call 879-6839. 1865 Ski Time Square Drive, in Torian Plum Plaza.

SATURDAY

❱❱ Mainstreet Farmers Market — Sixth Street, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The Mainstreet Farmers Market features produce, food vendors, crafts and live music. 3Wire plays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. FREE. Call 846-1800. Sixth Street downtown between Lincoln Avenue and Oak Street.

❱❱ Quick Draw barbecue — Colorado Group Realty building, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

A Quick Draw barbecue as part of the Plein Air Paintout is from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The fee is $10 for lunch and to observe the artists at work. A silent auction is from noon to 1 p.m. Former Colorado Group Realty building on Yampa Street next to Sunpie’s Bistro.

❱❱ Taste of South Routt — Decker Park in Oak Creek, noon to 6 p.m.

Taste of South Routt includes food, prizes, a silent auction and a beer garden. The Green Ridge Ramblers play from 12:30 to 2 p.m., the Yampa Valley Boys play from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m., Deb Lenhart plays from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m., and Cornbread plays from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Admission is $1, and children 5 and younger are free. Decker Park on Willow Bend in Oak Creek.

❱❱ Live jazz — The Powder Room 3 to 6 p.m.

The Powder Room in Torian Plum Plaza presents an afternoon of jazz on the patio. FREE. Call 879-6839. 1865 Ski Time Square Drive, in Torian Plum Plaza.

❱❱ Big Kenny — Howelsen Hill, 5 p.m.

Big Kenny, of country duo Big & Rich, performs the first show of this year’s Free Summer Concert Series. Gates open at 5 p.m., activities start at 5:30, the opening act performs at 6 and Big Kenny goes on at 7. Learn about the concert series at www.steamboatfreeconcerts.com. FREE. Howelsen Hill.

❱❱ Potluck supper and barn dance — Hayden grain elevator, 6 p.m.

A community potluck supper and barn dance starts at 6 p.m. at the Hayden grain elevator. The potluck is from 6 to 8 p.m. Swing dance instruction begins at 7:30 followed by a country swing barn dance from 8 to 11 p.m. Call Yampa Valley Feeds at 276-4250 or visit www.yampavalleyfeeds.com. FREE, donations welcome. 198 E. Lincoln Ave., Hayden.

❱❱ Artist reception — K. Saari Gallery at Vertical Arts, 6 to 8 p.m.

A closing reception for artist Will Day is from 6 to 8 p.m. at K. Saari Gallery at Vertical Arts in Wildhorse Marketplace Plaza. The event will feature the new work of Boulder artist Will Day, as well as featuring paintings by Los Angeles-based artist Renee Fox. Call 870-0188. 690 Marketplace Plaza.

❱❱ Cosmic Night and free karaoke — Snow Bowl, 7 p.m.

FREE admission. Call 879-9840. 2090 Snow Bowl Plaza, off U.S. Highway 40 in west Steamboat.

❱❱ Steamboat Springs Pro Rodeo Series — Brent Romick Rodeo Arena, 7:30 p.m.

Cowboys and cowgirls compete at classic rodeo events. Barbecue will be sold starting at 6 p.m., and pre-rodeo entertainment runs from 6:15 to 7:15 p.m. Tickets are $15 at the gate for adults and $8 for children ages 7 to 15. Children 6 and younger are free. More information is at www.steamboatprorodeo.com. Brent Romick Rodeo Arena at Howelsen Parkway and Fifth Street.

❱❱ Sarah Chang — Strings Music Pavilion, 8 p.m.

Strings Music Festival opens its season with violinist Sarah Chang and the Strings Festival Orchestra. Tickets are $55. Buy them at www.stringsmusicfestival.com. Call 879-5056. Pine Grove and Mount Werner roads.

❱❱ Andrea Marie and The Magnolia Band — The Antlers Café & Bar, 8 p.m.

The Austin, Texas-based band plays a blend of classic country with folk, jazz and nostalgic pop influences. Learn more at www.magnoliamusicaustin.com. FREE. Call 638-4555. 40 Moffat Ave., Yampa

❱❱ Faculty showcase — Perry-Mansfield Performing Arts School and Camp, 8 p.m.

“One Night Only,” Perry-Mansfield’s annual faculty showcase, is at Julie Harris Theatre. Tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for children 10 and younger. The event starts with an Alfresco Affaire Pre-Party at 7 p.m. on the lawn outside. Hors d’oeuvres and wine will be served, and tickets are $100 each. Call 879-7125 or visit www.perry-mansfield.org. 40755 Routt County Road 36.

❱❱ Byron Shaw Projex — Ghost Ranch Saloon, 9 p.m.

The Denver-based group plays an eclectic exploration of dub, jazz, funk, hip-hop and soul. Learn more at www.byronshawprojex.com. Pay $5 at the door. Call 879-9898. 56 Seventh St.

❱❱ Teen night — Shorty’s, 9 to 11 p.m.

Shorty’s hosts a night for local teenagers with free movies, games, karaoke and more. Call 736-2686 for more information. FREE. The restaurant is at 107 Moffat Ave. in Oak Creek.

❱❱ BAF party — Old Town Pub, 9:30 p.m.

DJ Spencer Maple, DJ ESPU, Brown Bag Sound, the Amputators and Lower Concentration perform at the show that caps the annual BAF Rafting Regatta. Pay $5 at the door. Call 879-2101. 600 Lincoln Ave.

❱❱ J. Mitch and the Electric Switch — Tugboat Grill & Pub, 10 p.m.

The Colorado-based band is rooted in blues, funk, rock, soul, rhythm and blues and hip-hop grooves. Learn more at www.myspace.com/jmitchelectricswitch. Pay $5 at the door. Call 879-7070. 1860 Mount Werner Road.

❱❱ Blue Rooster Band — The Boathouse Pub, 10 p.m.

Rock ’n’ roll musicians from Craig make up Blue Rooster Band. Learn more at www.reverbnation.com/blueroosterband. FREE. Call 879-4797. 609 Yampa St.

SUNDAY

❱❱ Barbecue and silent auction — Glen Eden Resort, 5 to 6:30 p.m.

The annual Clark barbecue and silent auction benefits the Elk River Wranglers 4-H club. Tickets are $7 for adults and $5 for children; children 5 and younger are free. 54737 Routt County Road 129, Clark.

❱❱ Live trivia — Rio Grande Mexican Restaurant, 6:30 p.m.

Test your nonessential knowledge in four rounds of questions, with categories including sports, history, food and music. Call 871-6277. 628 Lincoln Ave. FREE.

❱❱ The Kingston Trio — Strings Music Pavilion, 7 p.m.

Legendary folk musicians The Kingston Trio, consisting of George Grove, Bill Zorn and Rick Dougherty, perform. Tickets are $50. Buy them at www.stringsmusicfestival.com. Call 879-5056. Pine Grove and Mount Werner roads.

❱❱ Trevor G. Potter — Mahogany Ridge Brewery and Grill, 8 to 11 p.m.

Local musician Trevor G. Potter plays acoustic Americana rock. FREE. Call 879-3773. Fifth Street and Lincoln Avenue.

❱❱ Jed Clampit — Old Town Pub, 8 p.m.

Self-styled “contemporary front porch musician” is making his way around the county. FREE. All ages. Call 879-2101. 600 Lincoln Ave.

❱❱ Bingo night — The Tap House Sports Grill, 8 p.m.

Bingo with prizes. FREE. Call 879-2431. 729 Lincoln Ave.

MONDAY

❱❱ Poker night — The Tap House Sports Grill, 7 p.m.

Steamboat Recreational Poker League hosts a weekly poker tournament. Players must be at least 18 years old. Call 879-2431 for more information. 729 Lincoln Ave.

❱❱ Open Mic Night — The Boathouse Pub, 8 p.m.

Paul Geppert hosts an open mic night at The Boathouse Pub. FREE. Call 879-4797. 609 Yampa St.

❱❱ Flick ’n Float — Old Town Hot Springs, 8:30 p.m.

A Flick ’n Float movie, “Twilight,” will be shown at 8:30 p.m. at Old Town Hot Springs. Swim from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. The cost is $10 for members and $12 for nonmembers. Call 879-1828. 136 Lincoln Ave.

TUESDAY

❱❱ Rocky Mountain Children’s Choir — Strings Music Pavilion, 11 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.

More than 50 children ages 11 to 17 will sing popular songs. Tickets are $10 for adults and $1 for children. Buy them at www.stringsmusicfestival.com. Call 879-5056. Pine Grove and Mount Werner roads.

❱❱ Expressions of the Spirit — 465 Anglers Drive, Suite C, noon to 1:30 p.m.

Local writer and life coach Susan de Wardt leads a weekly writing workshop. Call 846-6562 or go to www.mindworkscoaching.com for more information.

❱❱ Country dancing — The Steamboat Smokehouse, 7 to 9:30 p.m.

A DJ will play country music and take requests. Call 291-2017. 912 Lincoln Ave.

❱❱ Trevor G. Potter with Walt and the Ol’ 37 — The Boathouse Pub, 9 p.m.

Musicians play acoustic Americana. FREE. Call 879-4797. 609 Yampa St.

❱❱ Trampled by Turtles — Ghost Ranch Saloon, 9 p.m.

The band plays a hybrid of classic American songwriting, bluegrass and folk — at a breakneck pace. Learn more at www.trampledbyturtles.com. Pay $12 at the door. Call 879-9898. 56 Seventh St.

WEDNESDAY

❱❱ Live trivia — The Tap House Sports Grill, 6:30 p.m.

Answer questions on a variety of topics for a chance at Tap House gift cards. FREE. Call 879-2431. 729 Lincoln Ave.

❱❱ Wednesday Classical — Strings Music Pavilion, 7 p.m.

Musicians play classical pieces. Tickets are $28 for adults and $5 for children. Buy them and learn more at www.stringsmusicfestival.com. Call 879-5056. Pine Grove and Mount Werner roads.

❱❱ Kirk Martensen — The Boathouse Pub, 10 p.m.

Musician plays acoustic/hippie/newgrass tunes. FREE. Call 879-4797. 609 Yampa St.

THURSDAY

❱❱ Teen writers workshop — Epilogue Book Co., 11 a.m.

Author Jill Murphy Long hosts a summer teen writers workshop. The workshop is $10 per writer per session. Bring paper and pen or laptop and writings. Call 846-1428. 837 Lincoln Ave.

❱❱ Steamboat Springs Writer’s Group — Depot Art Center, noon

Local writers gather for weekly readings of their work; visitors are welcome. FREE. Call 879-9008. 1001 13th St.

❱❱ Music on the Green — Yampa River Botanic Park, 12:15 p.m.

The Meridian Quartet performs at Strings Music Festival’s Music on the Green. Visit www.stringsmusicfestival.com for more information. FREE. Call 879-5060. 75 Anglers Drive.

❱❱ Live music — Saketumi, 5 p.m.

Locals’ night includes food and drink specials and live music with Eric Delaney and friends. FREE. Call 870-1019. 1875 Ski Time Square Drive.

❱❱ Jesse Cook — Strings Music Pavilion, 8 p.m.

Guitarist Jesse Cook plays world music, blending rumba flamenco-style guitar with percussion, violin and exotic melodies. Cook also performs July 2. Tickets are $48. Buy them at www.stringsmusicfestival.com. Call 879-5056. Pine Grove and Mount Werner roads.

❱❱ Juno What?! — Ghost Ranch Saloon, 9 p.m.

Juno What?! plays a high-energy style of funk-disco and electronica, inspired by the late 1970s and early ’80s. Learn more at www.myspace.com/junowhatband. Pay $5 at the door. Call 879-9898. 56 Seventh St.

❱❱ Danny Schaffer — Old Town Pub, 9:30 p.m.

FREE. Call 879-2101. 600 Lincoln Ave.

❱❱ Me & Ed’s Music Machine — Tugboat Grill & Pub, 10 p.m.

The local musicians of Me & Ed’s Music Machine play rock and jam music. Pay $5 at the door. Call 879-7070. 1860 Mount Werner Road.

❱❱ Karaoke — The Tap House Sports Grill, 10 p.m.

The Tap House hosts karaoke every Thurs­day. FREE. Call 879-2431. 729 Lincoln Ave.