Events and Activities this Summer in Steamboat Springs, CO: Week Aug 13-19

As the mornings get cooler, and the days become a little shorter, one would think that the summer season is winding down. The elements may indicate this, but the event line-up in Steamboat Springs tells a different story. The upcoming week features musical acts for just about every taste, from the second last FREE Summer Concert featuring JJ Grey and Mofro to the mesmerizing chants and dance of the The Drepung Loseling monks at Strings Music Festival. Put on your blue suade shoes and re-live some of the hits of Marc Cohn at Strings Music Tent. How could you resist passing up the Rowdy Shadehouse Funk Band with a name like that! If opera is more your thing, check-out Carmen at Strings on Thursday night. And all this music is only a precursor to next week's incredible Steamboat All Arts Festival!

Friday August 13, 2010

• Free Summer Concert Series with JJ Grey and Mofro — Howelsen Hill, 6 p.m.
  Southern rock folk singer and songwriter JJ Grey returns to the Free Summer Concert Series stage for the first time since 2007 with his soulful bluesy band, Mofro. Known for his inspired songwriting and heartfelt vocals, Grey also will do an in-store performance and signing at All That Jazz at 4 p.m. FREE.
• 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. Howelsen Parkway and Fifth Street. 
• Marc Cohn — Strings Music Pavilion, 8 p.m.
  The Cleveland-born singer and songwriter is known for his Grammy-winning song, “Walking in Memphis.” Since then, a series of formative life experiences have transpired, leading Cohn to eventually release “Listening Booth: 1970” in tribute to artists including Cat Stevens and Creedence Clearwater Revival. Tickets are $50. Call 970-879-5056. Pine Grove and Mount Werner roads. 
• Loose Change — Ghost Ranch Saloon, 9 p.m.
  A country and rock outfit with its roots in Steamboat Springs, Loose Change will play rock with a little twang and country with a little soul, fused with several-part vocal harmonies and top-notch light and sound engineering. FREE. Call 970-879-9898. 56 Seventh St. 
• Mid-Summer Mardi Gras — Sweetwater Grill, 9 p.m.
  Featuring Billy Franklin, members of EOE and special guest musicians flown in from New Orleans. Bourbon Street-inspired drinks and Gulf Coast fare will be featured along with a full, authentic New Orleans sound. FREE. Call 970-879-9500. Eighth and Yampa streets. 
• Demon Funkies — The Tugboat Grill and Pub, 9:30 p.m.
  A rock and funk band from Denver. Tickets are $5. Call 970-879-7070. 1860 Ski Time Square Drive. 
• Steve Crenshaw Blues Trio — The Boathouse Pub, 10 p.m.
  Based out of Westminster, Steve Crenshaw has been ripping the blues guitar and has shared the stage with Foreigner and Great White. FREE. Call 970-879-4797. 609 Yampa St. 
• Frogs Gone Fishin’ — Old Town Pub, 9:30 p.m.
  As Colorado natives, the Frogs jump through several genres such as soul, rock funk and blues they call “Colorado Rocky Mountain goodness.” Since regrouping in Denver in 2008, they have toured Colorado and the rest of the country, serving up funky dance parties. Watch videos of and listen to the Frogs at www.explore steamboat.com. FREE. Call 879-2101. 600 Lincoln Ave. 
• DJ Also Starring — The Tap House Sports Grill, 10 p.m. FREE

Saturday August 14, 2010

• Mainstreet Farmers Market — Sixth Street, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
  The Mainstreet Farmers Market features produce, food vendors and crafts. Brian Kofke plays live music from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. FREE. Call 970-846-1800. Sixth Street downtown between Lincoln Avenue and Oak Street. 
• Mandala on the Yampa opening ceremonies — Bud Werner Memorial Library, 11 a.m.
  Watch the Tibetan Buddhist monks from Drepung Loseling Monastery construct a mandala sand painting, a rare and beautiful art form. The monks will work on the painting from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. through Wednesday, placing each grain of sand by hand. The library also will offer interactive community sand painting. Follow along on the event’s blog, http://mandalaontheyampa.wordpress.com. FREE. Call 970-879-0240. 13th Street and Lincoln Avenue. 
• Advanced Jewelry Making — Yampa Valley Art Institute, 1 to 4 p.m.
  Take jewelry-making skills to the next level with Monique Payne. The cost is $50 for the class plus materials. Call 970-870-0384. 1280 13th St. 
• Nancy Cook — Rex’s American Grill & Bar, 5 p.m.
  Acoustic folk rock. FREE. Call 970-870-0438. 3190 S. Lincoln Ave. 
• Paul Potyen and Organstein jazz trio — Three Peaks Grill, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
  Jazz music in a dining setting. Call 970-879-3399. 2165 Pine Grove Road. 
• Jazz guitarist Bill Martin — Giovanni’s Ristorante, 6:30 to 9 p.m.
  Solo guitarist plays the jazz genre’s standards in an intimate dining setting. Call 970-879-4141. 127 11th St. 
• Saturday Classical Finale — Strings Music Pavilion, 7 p.m.
  The classical finale features an all-Vivaldi program including Gloria in D Major and Four Violin Concerti. The Strings Festival Orchestra and Colorado Chamber Choir will be featured. Read more about the classical finale in Saturday’s Steamboat Today. Tickets are $55 and $60 on Saturday. Call 970-879-5056. Pine Grove and Mount Werner roads. 
• Cosmic Night and free karaoke — Snow Bowl, 7 p.m.
  FREE admission. Call 970-879-9840. 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. Fifth Street and Howelsen Parkway.
• Demon Funkies — The Tugboat Grill & Pub, 9:30 p.m.
  A rock and funk band from Denver. Tickets are $5. Call 970-879-7070. 1860 Ski Time Square Drive.
• Psydecar — Ghost Ranch Saloon, 9 p.m.
  Hailing from Southern California, the reggae jam rock band brings the funk with its horn section and solid beats. Tickets are $10. Call 970-879-9898. 56 Seventh St.
• The Rowdy Shadehouse Funk Band — The Boathouse Pub, 10 p.m.
  Denver-based funk rock. Call 970-879-4797. 609 Yampa St.
• DJ Melirae — The Tap House Sports Grill, 10 p.m.
  Ladies night. FREE. Call 970-879-2431. 729 Lincoln Ave.

Sunday August 15, 2010

• XIII with Lower Concentration — Ghost Ranch Saloon, 9 p.m.
  XIII, or “Thirteen,” plays metal, drawing its influences from A Perfect Circle, Mudvayne and Tool. Lower Concentration, formed less than a year ago, is a local four-piece rock band that classifies itself as “brass-punk-mountain-metal.” FREE. Call 970-879-9898. 56 Seventh St.

Tuesday August 17, 2010

• Opera on the Green — Yampa River Botanic Park, noon
  A FREE show of favorite arias Opera Artist Institute participants. Call 970-879-1996. 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 970-870-1019. 1875 Ski Time Square Drive. 
• Country dancing — Steamboat Smokehouse, 7 to 9:30 p.m.
  A DJ will play country music and take requests. FREE. Call 970-291-2017. 912 Lincoln Ave. 
• The Drepung Loseling monks — Strings Music Pavilion, 7:30 p.m.
  An ensemble of Tibetan monks will perform their ancient traditions of chanting and dance with magnificent costumes and instruments. They’ll perform a sacred music and dance for world healing in a one-hour, narrated show. Tickets are $28 for adults and $10 for children. Call 970-879-5056. Pine Grove and Mount Werner roads.

Wednesday August 18, 2010

• Codi Jordan Band — Ghost Ranch Saloon, 9 p.m.
  From the college scene in Salt Lake City to regional touring, the rock reggae dub band mixes summery, lighthearted riffs and heavy beats. FREE. Call 970-879-9898. 56 Seventh St. 
• Extended happy hour with Billy Franklin — Old Town Pub, 7 to 9 p.m.
  Musician Billy Franklin, of New Orleans, has returned to Steamboat Springs for the summer. Rock, funk, blues and jazz influence his solo acoustic music. FREE. Call 879-2101. 600 Lincoln Ave.

Thursday August 19, 2010

• “Carmen” — Strings Music Pavilion, 7 p.m.
  Emerald City Opera will conduct Georges Bizet’s “Carmen.” The performance features Sandra Piques Eddy, mezzo soprano, who has performed more than 100 times on the New York Metropolitan Opera stage. The performance will be complete with a 27-piece orchestra. Tickets are $30 and are available at www.steamboatallartsfestival.com or the Steamboat Springs Chamber Resort Association visitor center at 125 Anglers Drive. Call 970-879-0880. Pine Grove and Mount Werner roads. 
• Mountain Standard Time — Ghost Ranch Saloon, 9 p.m.
  The nontraditional bluegrass band features a saxophone, an electric bass and a progressive, electronic jam sound. Pay $5 at the door. Call 970-879-9898. 56 Seventh St.

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Next week includes the final Steamboat FREE Summer Concert, the All Arts Festival, Asleep at the Wheel at Strings Music Tent, and the Golden Dragon Acrobats from China (check-out this video)!