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SUMMARY:Nocturne Art at the Monument
DESCRIPTION:Join local artist\, Cedar Keshet for an evening of exploring nocturne art and sky gazing at Saddlehorn Picnic Area. A moonlit night can bring peaceful quiet and mystery. Both feelings are evoked in nocturnes\, or paintings depicting nightfall lit by the moon\, stars and lamplight.    \nWe will be creating simple nocturne artwork with supplies provided. No previous art skills are required\, just a willingness to have fun and try a new activity.   \nDetails:  \n\nDate : July 10th at 7:30 PM  \n\n\nLocation: Saddlehorn Picnic Area  \n\n\nRegistration: Risk forms must be signed prior to the event.  \n\n\nBring: Headlamps\, (We want to keep it night sky friendly\, no big lights\, please.) bug spray\, camp chair\, jacket or sweater\, reflective clothing or safety vest\, any portable art supplies you would like\, but not necessary\, dinner or snacks and water. \n\n Note: Park passes are required. Carpooling is encouraged. The event may be cancelled or postponed due to the weather. 
URL:https://coloradonma.org/event/nocturne-art-at-the-monument-7-10-2025/
LOCATION:Saddlehorn Amphitheater
CATEGORIES:Talks & Presentations
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SUMMARY:Sunset Plein Air Painting with Our New Community Artist in Park
DESCRIPTION:                                                          \nEnjoy the golden hour with Monica Esposito while she paints live on location\, capturing the vibrant colors of the Monument’s iconic red rock canyons and desert vistas. Guests are invited to bring their own sketchbooks or paints—or simply come to watch\, chat\, and take in the scenery. This will be an open house type of event. You may come and go as you please.  \nMonica Esposito is a fine art artist and registered nurse located in Grand Junction\, Colorado. Receiving her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree with a concentration in painting from the University of Texas in 2001. She has spent her life exploring the western landscape for her inspiration and credits the art and life of Georgia O’Keeffe as one of her strongest influences.  \nDetails: \nDate: July 20th \nTime: 6:00 PM – Sunset \nLocation: Saddlehorn Picinic Area parking lot \nWhat to Bring:  \n\nLawn chair or blanket\n\n\nWater and snacks or picnic dinner\n\n\nYour own plein air setup (optional)\n Sun umbrella or canopy (optional)\n\nNote: Park passes are required. Carpooling is encouraged. The event may be cancelled or postponed due to the weather.  \n \n 
URL:https://coloradonma.org/event/sunset-plein-air-painting-with-our-new-community-artist-in-park7-20-2025/
LOCATION:Saddlehorn Picnic Area\, Saddlehorn\, Fruita\, CO\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Artist in Park
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SUMMARY:Sunrise Paint & Hike In Devils Kitchen
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a sunrise morning hike in Devils Kitchen Trail and plein air painting session with our Community Artist in the Park\, Monica Esposito. We’ll enjoy a short\, scenic hike as the sun rises over the stunning canyon landscape then we’ll create our own artwork inspired by nature.  \nMonica will demo how to get started on an outdoor painting\, give tips and techniques for speedy work and some suggestions for quick studies while using watercolor or gouache. All skill levels are welcome! \nMonica Esposito is a fine art artist and registered nurse located in Grand Junction\, Colorado. Receiving her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree with a concentration in painting from the University of Texas in 2001. She has spent her life exploring the western landscape for her inspiration and credits the art and life of Georgia O’Keeffe as one of her strongest influences.   \nDetails:   \n\nDate: July 23rd\nTime: 6:00 AM- 9:00 AM\n\n\nLocation: Devils Kitchen Trail – Meet at the trailhead\n\n\nRegistration: Risk forms must be signed prior to beginning the hike.  \n\n\nDistance: 1.5 miles moderate hike roundtrip- Plan for a total of 3 hours of hiking and painting time.  \n\n\nBring: Plein air set up-Travel watercolor or gouache set\, paper\, brushes with an easel is recommended- You may sit on the ground if you like or bring a camping chair. Lots of water\, snacks\, sunscreen\, sunglasses and a hat.\n\n\nNote: Hike may be cancelled or postponed due to weather conditions. Park passes are required. Carpooling is encouraged.  
URL:https://coloradonma.org/event/sunrise-paint-hike-in-devils-kitchen-7-23-25/
LOCATION:Devil’s Kitchen Trail
CATEGORIES:Community Artist in Park
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SUMMARY:Flowing Through Time with Craig Childs
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Flowing Through Time with nationally acclaimed author Craig Childs. Through photography and storytelling\, Childs uncovers the mystery of the Colorado River as it makes its way to Mexico. \nLet Childs guide you on a journey down the Colorado River through the power of photography and storytelling. In a world where we often rush past the profound\, Childs reminds us to pause and witness the “bones of the earth brought to daylight”—the desert landscape that connects us to something greater than ourselves. \nCome be inspired. Come connect. Come discover the knowledge that flows between rivers and stone\, between humans and the places we inhabit. Proceeds from this event benefit The Confluence Center. \n\nEvent held at Our Lady Of Perpetual Motion in Fruita.\nDoors open at 5:00 p.m.\nProgram from 6:00-7:30 p.m.\nTickets are $20. Get your tickets here.\nThere is no reserved seating. Space is limited to 150 people.\nNo food or beverage will be available on site. We encourage attendees to bring a personal bottle of water.\n\n \n— \nColorado National Monument Association will be one of six nonprofits with offices at the Confluence Center\, read more about our participation in this incredible project. \n 
URL:https://coloradonma.org/event/flowing-through-time-craig-childs/
LOCATION:Our Lady of Perpetual Motion\, 503 East Aspen Avenue\, Fruita\, CO\, 81521\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Crystal Tyndall":MAILTO:ctyndall@coloradonma.org
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SUMMARY:Lichens 101: Life on the Edge
DESCRIPTION: Join microbiologist Cindy Carlson for an engaging and educational presentation exploring the incredible world of lichens. Lichens are a fascinating and complex life form — a symbiotic partnership between a fungus and an alga\, thriving together in some of the planet’s harshest environments.  \nAs part of our Monument on Tap series\, Cindy will share her deep knowledge and a hands-on look at her personal lichen specimen collection. Whether you’re a curious beginner or a seasoned naturalist\, this event will leave you with a newfound appreciation for these often-overlooked organisms.  \nCindy and her husband\, Stan\, have called Grand Junction home for over forty years. A former microbiologist at St. Mary’s Hospital\, Cindy’s interest in plants began while Stan was off fishing—and eventually grew into a passion for lichens. For more than thirty years\, she has been studying and collecting these extraordinary organisms. \nMonument on Tap is a CNMA lecture series that takes the learning out of the park and into the community—supporting local voices\, shared knowledge\, and meaningful connection. \nDetails:   \n\nDate: Saturday\, July 26th\, 2025\n\n\nTime: Arrive at 11:00 AM to grab food and a beverage. Lecture will start at 11:30 AM\n\n\nLocation: Base Camp Provisions- 155 N Mulberry Street Fruita\, CO\n\n\nRegistration: Please make an RSVP for each attendee.\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://coloradonma.org/event/linchens-101-life-of-the-edge-monument-on-tap-7-26-2025/
LOCATION:Base Camp Provisions\, North Mulberry Street\, Fruita\, CO\, 81521\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monument on Tap Series
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