Event Connection - August 2011

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Spotlight on Gelato JunctionGelato Junction is a fabulous choice

when looking for your next sweet treat! Family owned and operated by Jim and Paula Hawkins, it carries a variety of flavors of both gelato and ice cream, as well as specialty coffees. Established over 3 years ago, Gelato Junction get’s the majority of their produce for their gelato from local orchards in order keep the ingredients fresh, as well as support other local businesses. In addition, they get their ice cream base from Graff Dairy and their coffee from Colorado Legacy Coffee.

According to Denise, daughter to owners Jim and Paula and also the manager of the downtown location,gelato is an Italian dessert, much like ice cream, however a bit healthier. American ice cream has a minimum of 16% milk fat, whereas dairy based gelato has less than 4% milk fat. Popular in European countries for centuries, it is becoming increasingly popular here in our country for that reason. Gelato Junction carries more than 90 flavors of Gelato, rotating them, and offering up to 16 at a time in their downtown location, along with 16 flavors of ice cream.

9 flavors of gelato are offered at their new location off Patterson in Grand Junction. Some flavors are seasonal, such as Palisade Peach, which is a favorite! Gelato Junction has created several flavors of their very own, including Avocado, Sweet Corn, and Lavender to name a few. Their most popular gelato flavors at Gelato Junction are Lemon, Peach, and Chocolate. Ice cream favorites are Jack Daniels Chocolate Chip, Yellow Cake, and Candy Land. Look for Gelato Junction’s products in many local restaurants, as well as markets and festivals!

Gelato Junction now has two locations in Grand Junction. The downtown location is open 7 days a week and is located at 449 Main Street. The new Patterson location is open select hours Monday-Saturday at 2913 F Road next to Safeway. gelatojunction.com


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Montrose, Maher, Naturita, Nucla, Olathe, and Paradox.

3RD ANNUAL | GATEWAY CANYONS

Saturday, September 3rd

Featuring

Little Joe McLerran and Robbie MackTeresa Lynne and The DreamboatsThe Brian Hornbuckle BandSteve CrenshawHazel Miller Band

43200 Hwy 141, Gateway, CO 81522gatewaycanyons.com

Tickets

$20 in advance | $25 at gateTickets on sale August 1, 2011 at City Market Stores, Cumulus Broadcasting or at 970.931.2458

[Gates open at 12:00pm | Music from 2:00pm-10:15pm]

Delta, Cedaredge, Crawford, Eckert, Hotchkiss, Orchard City, and Paonia


Glenwood Springs, Battlement Mesa, Carbondale, New Castle, Parachute, Rifle, and Silt.

Eagle, Avon, Eagle-Vail, Edwards, El Jebel, Gypsom, Minturn, Red Cliff, and Vail.

Telluride, Mountain Village, Norwood, Ophir, Ouray, Placerville, Ridgeway, and surrounding areas.


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Breckenridge, Blue River, Dillon, Dyersville, Frisco, Heeney, Keystone, Montezuma, Silverthorne, and surrounding areas.

Steamboat Springs, Granby, Grand Lake, Hayden, Hot Sulpher Springs, Kremmling, Oak Creek, Walden, Winter Park, & surrounding areas.

Gunnison, Almont, Crested Butte, Marble, and Somerset.

Aspen, Ashcroft, Basalt, Meredith, Redstone, Snowmass, Snowmass Village, and Woody Creek.


Durango, Cortez, Dove Creek, Mesa Verde, Pagosa Springs and surrounding areas.

Moab, UT

Craig/Meeker, And surrounding areas.


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Ale House • 970.242.72532531 North 12th Street, Grand JunctionOpen daily 11a - 2pbreckbrew/food/alehouse.com

American: Calamari strips and potato skins to signature sandwiches, salads, and steaks. Also know for their famous handcrafted pizzas.

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Bin 707 Foodbar • 970.243.45432225 N 5th St #105, Grand JunctionOpen everyday 10a-10pbin707.com

American: Specializing in seasonal American cuisine, featuring domestically and locally sourced ingredients. They have both great food and amazing drinks!

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Blue Moon Bar & Grill • 970.242.45067th and Main St, Grand JunctionOpen Mon-Sat 11a-2a

American: With the new addition of an outdoor area this is an amazing place to eat great food such as the famous monte cristo, and relax with friends.

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Boston’s Gourmet Pizza• 970.248.76542404 F Rd, Grand JunctionOpen Daily 11a-2a

American: No matter if your in the mood to chill with friends in the bar or enjoy a nice delicious meal with family, this is a restaurant that has it all.

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Carino’s Italian • 970.241.7444248- Hwy 6 & 50, Grand JunctionOpen Sun-Th 11a-10p, F-Sat 11a-11pcarinos.com

Italian: Start off an amazing meal with some Italian nachos or calamari, then enjoy entrees like spicy romano chicken, spicy shrimp, or the skilletinies!

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Dos Hombres • 970.434.76543245 I-70 B, Grand JunctionOpen M-Th 11a-9p, F-Sat 11a-10p

Mexican: Burritos that makes your mouth water, enchiladas that sizzle, and spicy cheese dip to die for. All this and more in a friendly environment.

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Einstein Bros Bagels • 970.245.0266 2546 Rimrock Ave, Grand Junction. M-F 5:30a to 4p, Sat-Sun 6:30a to 4peinsteinbros.com

American: One of the finest bagel shops in town! Has not only a huge range of bagels such as cinnamon and onion but also a great lunch menu and fantastic coffee!

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Enzo’s Pizzeria & Italian Cafe • 970.255.8500759 Horizon Dr, Grand JunctionOpen Mon-Sat 11am-9pmenzospizzeriaandcafe.com

Italian: This is a local gem that offers a friendly environment and a great selection of Italian Favorites. • • • • • •

Famous Dave’s BBQ • 970.245.82272440 US Hwy 6 & 50, Grand JunctionOpen M-Th, Su 11a-10p, F-Sa 11a-11p

American: So many choices, so little time. Big portions of a huge variety of dishes. And don’t forget that this place is famous for the incredible BBQ sauces.

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Feedlot Restaurant & Bar • 970.858.9899456 Kokopelli Blvd, FruitaOpen Su-Th 8a-9p, F-Sat 8a-11p

American: With award winning BBQ and Prime Rib, this place reigns king in Fruita. They have big portions and great prices to go along with a huge variety of dishes.

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Fiesta Guadalajara • 970.255.6609710 North Ave, Grand JunctionHours Vary, please call

Mexican: No place is more authentic then Fiesta when it comes to atmosphere, food, and drinks. Delicious food and a great, friendly staff.

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Fins Grill • 970.986.3474681 Horizon Drive, Grand JunctionOpen Mon-Sat 11a-8p, Sun 12p-4p

American: If you are in the mood for some high quality sea food the Fins in the place for you. Come enjoy dishes like Scallops, Salmon, Fish Tacos, Halibut and others!

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Hot Tomato • 970.858.1117124 North Mulberry St, FruitaOpen Tue-Sat 11am-9pm

American: Specializing in seasonal American cuisine, featuring domestically and locally sourced ingredients. They have both great food and amazing drinks!

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J’s Philly Steaks • 970.424.5490936 North Ave #100, Grand JunctionCall for hours

American: J’s lives up to its name, best Philly Steak in town! Great food in a chill environment and the staff is friendly. • • • • •

Judy’s Family Restaurant • 970.858.8351435 US Hwy 6 & 50, FruitaOpen Daily 6a-2p

American: You can’t go wrong with any dish you order! With amazing home style cooking this is a favorite among the locals.

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La Bamba • 970.256.0800546 Main Street, Grand JunctionOpen M-Th 8a-9p,f-Sa 8a-10p,Su 8a-2p

Mexican: This place has been open for over 30 years, and a customer following as well. Some of the best food in town and a friendly staff as well.

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Main Street Bagels / Artisan Bakery Cafe6th & Main and 10th & North Ave in GJOpen M-Sat 6:30a-6:30p, Sun 7a-3:30pgjmainstreetbagels.com • 970.241.2740

GJ’s favorite for 16 years! The highest quality bakery, espresso, sandwiches, soups, salads, and fresh juices. “Where truly great food, coffee, & people meet.”

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Main Street Cafe • 970.242.7225504 Main Street and Open M-Sat 7a-4p, Sun 7a-3p

American: This is one of the most friendly places to eat in town. It has great Dishes such as sandwiches and burgers and a smiling, and friendly wait staff.

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Naggy McGee’s • 970.424.5840359 Colorado Ave, Grand Junction Open Sun-Thu 11a-11p, Fri-Sat 11a-2afacebook.com/naggymcgees

Irish: Great authentic Irish grub! Enjoy the friendly atmosphere while indulging in the brats and burgers, and sipping the Irish Ale.

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Old Chicago • 970.244.8383120 North Ave, Grand JunctionOpen Daily 11a-2a

American/Italian: With two happy hours comes two opportunities to enjoy inexpensive delicious drinks and amazing food like, pizza, nachos, and pasta!

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Pablo’s Pizza • 970.986.4344319 Main Street, Grand JunctionOpen M-Th, Su 11a-8:30p, F-Sa 11a-9p

Italian: This place has one of a kind recipes and very creative concoctions or unique ingredients. And this is one of the few places that offer gluten free Pizza!

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Palisade Brewing Company • 970.464.1462200 Peach Ave, PalisadeOpen Daily 11a-11ppalisadebrewingcompany.com

American: This brewery is a must see when in Palisade! The staff is friendly and the handcrafted beer is award winning! 4-5 • • • •

Pantuso’s Ristorante • 970.243.7736755 Horizon Drive, Grand JunctionOpen Dailypantusos.com

Italian & Greek: Your favorite itallian dishes every day and a Greek Night every Monday! Located in the Clarion Inn on Horizon Drive in Grand Junction.

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Red Canyon Grille • 970.243.77362325 W Ridges Blvd., Grand JunctionOpen Daily 6a-9p

American: If an elegant, low key, beautiful meal is what you are after then look no further then here! Great food in a great setting, what could be better?

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Rib City Grill • 970.245.17422830 North Ave #C-6, Grand JunctionOpen daily 11a-9p

American: With a huge variety of food dishes and an even larger variety of BBQ sauces, this is a local dining favorite! • • • • •

The Egg and I • 970.245.2527120 W Park Dr #107, Grand JunctionOpen M-F 6a-2p, Sa-Su 6a-2:30p

American: Eggs, eggs and more eggs! If you are looking for a great place to have a delicious breakfast then you have found it in the Egg and I.

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BILL HYBELSSenior Pastor,

Willow Creek Community Church

HOWARD SCHULTZPresident,

Starbucks Corporation

ERWIN McMANUSInnovator,

Cultural Architect

MICHELLE RHEEFounder,

StudentsFirst.org

SETH GODINBestselling Author,Renowned Blogger

LEN SCHLESINGERPresident,

Babson College

STEVEN FURTICKLead Pastor,

Elevation Church

JOHN DICKSONDirector, Centre forPublic Christianity

DR. HENRY CLOUDBestselling Author,

Leadership Consultant

REV. DR. BRENDA SALTER MCNEIL

Christian Speaker,Thought Leader

MAMA MAGGIE GOBRAN

Founder, Stephen’s Children Ministry

Thursday and Friday, August 11-12, leaders representing amazing diversity are coming together to develop their unique leadership gifts. Join them by simulcast at the Avalon Theatre in Grand Junction.

Find out more information and register online at thedowntownvineyard.com/summit

NEW! Happy Hour • Mon-Fri 2pm-Close1/2 off all hot or cold specialty coffee drinks

(does not include drip coffee, fountain drinks, or bottled beverages)

2546 Rimrock Ave • Grand Junction(Rimrock Shopping Center across from Walmart)970.245.0266

www.EinsteinBros.com

Mon-Fri 5:30 am to 4 pm & Sat-Sun 6:30 am to 4 pm

Darn GOOD FOOD! Darn GOOD COFFEE! and WE CATER!

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Event Connection - August 2011