Activities and Events in Steamboat for March 5- March 12

Steamboat Springs, CO is full of activities this week and we want to highlight some of them that you shouldn’t miss! There are fabulous art galleries, great live music and perfect restaurants to have a cocktail with friends. Also if you are a guest staying with us at ResortQuest Steamboat our concierges provide a weekly happenings guide that will let you in on all the insider happenings in Steamboat. For a full guide of events see the Steamboat Pilot or our Events Calendar.

Friday, March 5 2010:
Nordic Combined Junior Olympics. Howelsen Hill. Free Event. Friday and Saturday
Watch as future Olympians fly off ski jumps and ski their way through the cross country course.

First Friday Art Walk. Downtown. 5-8pm, Free.
Artists with local ties are featured at 27 downtown venues for this monthly event showcasing Steamboat’s art community. See Steamboat pilot for full details.

Missed the Boat. Mahogany Ridge Bar and Grill. 10 pm.
Don’t miss this local band that brings energetic bluegrassy rock infiltrated with mountain feel. 425 Lincoln Ave.

Saturday, March 6, 2010:
Tony Furtado Band. Ghost Ranch Saloon, 9 p.m. $10 at the door.
Banjo player Tony Furtado applies a bluegrass education to making his own unique brand of American music. 56 Seventh St.

Sunday, March 7, 2010:
Trombone Shorty. Ghost Ranch Saloon, 9 p.m. $15 in advance or $18 at door.An outstanding trumpet and trombone player, New Orleans musician Troy “Trombone Shorty” Andrews creates a thick blend of funk, rock and jazz styles. go to www.ghostranchsaloon.com for ticket information. 56 Seventh St.

Monday, March 8, 2010
Beginning Adult Pottery Classes. Steamboat Arts & Crafts Gym, noon to 3 p.m.
Ceramic artist Julie Anderson leads this six-week session covering the basics of throwing pottery on a wheel, firing and carving. The cost for the class is $250; materials are $60. Call 870-0384 for more information or to register. 1280 13th St.

Tuesday, March 9, 2010
Corks & Connections. Cellar Liquors, 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. $10 for members
A wine tasting and networking event. Join professionals for a wine tasting with an expert sommelier and exciting business tips from an area professional. Meet new people in a fun after-hours setting. Space is limited! Please RSVP@steamboatchamber.com 730 Lincoln.

Wednesday, March 10, 2010
Lubriphonic. The Tugboat Grill & Pub, 10 p.m. $5 cover at door.
A six-man funk and soul band from Chicago, Lubriphonic brings a full horn section and a deep-rooted understanding of soul music to the stage. 1860 Ski Time Square Drive.

Thursday, March 11, 2010
Karaoke. The Tap House Sports Grill, 10 p.m. Free.
Sing your heart out at The Tap House karaoke. 729 Lincoln Ave.

Friday, March 12, 2010
“A Cabaret Re-Run” Depot Art Center. 7:30 p.m.
This interactive film showing includes favorite skits from past “Cabaret” shows. The 7:30 p.m. film event follows the Steamboat Springs Arts Council’s annual meeting at 5:30 p.m.

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