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SUMMARY:Pieces of the Monument: Plein Air Collage Art Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a fun\, eco-friendly way to connect with the local landscape? Come create with us at our upcoming Community Artist in Park Art Collage Workshop! We’re breathing fresh artistic life into past Colorado National Monument Association (CNMA) calendars by re-imagining their stunning desert landscapes\, wildlife photography and art into personal paper art. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or picking up scissors for the first time\, join us to celebrate public lands\, share stories\, and take home a handmade masterpiece.  \nGayle Gerson is an experimental mixed-media and collage artist based in Grand Junction\, Colorado. Rooted in a family tradition of handiwork\, she weaves everyday ephemera—paper scraps\, advertising\, and text—into artwork that captures modern culture.  \nA signature member of the National Collage Society and co-founder of the Rocky Mountain Collage Society\, Gayle teaches at the Art Center in Grand Junction and leads creative process workshops nationwide. Her award-winning work has been featured in Kolaj Magazine\, Watercolor Artist\, and on the cover of the 2011 UNESCO World Heritage Forest Report.  \nExplore her portfolio at gaylegerson.com.  \nDetails:  \nDate & Time:  Saturday\, November 14th 2:00 pm \nLocation:  Devil’s Kitchen Picnic Shelter  \nRegistration: You must have a RSVP for this program \nMaterials to Bring: \n\nScissors\nNotebook\nPencil\nAll other materials will be provided by the artist\n\nNote: Program may be cancelled or postponed due to weather. Park passes are required. Carpooling is encouraged.  \n \nCommunity Artist in Park is a Colorado National Monument Association program supported by a grant from the City of Grand Junction Commission on Arts & Culture. The program brings local artists into Colorado National Monument to connect art\, creativity\, and public lands through artist-led programs and community engagement.  \n 
URL:https://coloradonma.org/event/pieces-of-the-monument-plein-air-collage-art-workshop/
LOCATION:Devils Kitchen Picnic Shelter\, 2300 Monument Rd\, Grand Junction\, CO\, 81507\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Artist in Park
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jes Rich":MAILTO:programs@coloradonma.org
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SUMMARY:First Friday- Community Artist in Park Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:Join us for First Friday at The West Winds Gallery for the Colorado National Monument Community Artist in Park Exhibit!  \nEach participating artist has generously donated a unique piece of artwork to the Colorado National Monument Association (CNMA)\, which will be auctioned to raise funds supporting the National Park Service and the preservation of our public lands.  \nCome get a first look at these special pieces\, celebrate our talented local artists\, and support Colorado National Monument!  \nDate: Friday\, December 4\, 2026  \nTime: 5–8 PM  \nLocation: The West Winds Gallery – 504 Main Street\, Grand Junction\, CO 81501 \nNo reservations required! \nCedar Keshet- May’s Community Artist in Park https://cedarkeshetart.com/\nKatelyn Pierce- June’s Community Artist in Park https://substack.com/@seedstitcheryco\nLily Cain- October’s Community Artist in Park https://www.lilycainstudio.com/classes-and-workshops\nGayle Gerson- November’s Community Artist in Park https://gaylegerson.com/\n  \n \nCommunity Artist in Park is a Colorado National Monument Association program supported by a grant from the City of Grand Junction Commission on Arts & Culture. The program brings local artists into Colorado National Monument to connect art\, creativity\, and public lands through artist-led programs and community engagement. 
URL:https://coloradonma.org/event/first-friday-community-artist-in-park-exhibit-12-4-2026/
LOCATION:West Winds Gallery\, 504 Main Street\, Grand Junction\, CO 81501\, Grand Junction\, CO\, 81507\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Artist in Park
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jes Rich":MAILTO:programs@coloradonma.org
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SUMMARY:Colorado Gives Day - Coffee at The Confluence Center
DESCRIPTION:We’re celebrating Colorado Gives Day with an open-house-style morning at the Confluence Center — and you’re invited! \nJoin the Confluence Center nonprofits for a special CO Gives Day Open House on Tuesday\, December 8\, from 9–11 AM. Stop by for coffee\, snacks\, and friendly conversation with the organizations that call the Confluence Center home. \nThis casual\, drop-in event is a great way to connect with local nonprofits doing meaningful work in our community and to make your CO Gives Day gifts in one convenient visit. \nParticipating nonprofits include: \n\n\nRiversEdge West \n\n\nOne Riverfront \n\n\nEUREKA! McConnell Science Museum \n\n\nColorado National Monument Association (That’s us!) \n\n\nWe’ll have tables set up throughout the lobby\, staff available to answer questions\, and plenty of opportunities to learn\, mingle\, and support the causes you care about most. \nWe hope to see you there! \nGood\, on a monumental scale.\n 
URL:https://coloradonma.org/event/colorado-gives-day-coffee-at-the-confluence-center-2/
LOCATION:Confluence Center of Colorado\, 2596 Dos Rios Drive\, Grand Junction\, CO\, 81501\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Crystal Tyndall":MAILTO:ctyndall@coloradonma.org
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