This new iteration of Greeley’s Lincoln Park Library Branch will in many regards preserve and honor the past while also carving a path forward with braided meandering beauty. Paying homage to the natural world, principally the rich water systems sustaining this region, it will truly be a work of art designed to foster and incubate the creativity of its patrons.
Read MoreMore than just an antique store, the Lincoln Park Emporium really is a small marketplace with different departments and a variety of wares–a little something for everyone!
Read MoreA Greeley institution, Showcase Art Center has been fostering community and providing resources for artists for over 20 years!
Unless you are one of the artists renting creative space or taking classes, chances are you may have driven by the building without fully grasping all that it has to offer. Inside her unassuming a-frame, owner Colette Pitcher has crafted an entire creative ecosystem to empower artists to learn, collaborate, make and sell work.
Read MoreHeather first experienced Greeley as a visitor exploring a new city and a long-distance relationship. Now, four years later, she’s a married Greeley resident with a mission to help others enjoy and appreciate all that our hometown has to offer! With her background in the arts, her relationship with the chamber and our shared mission to highlight the artistic and cultural identity of our city, she has been an excellent partner and ally. We are so grateful to have her heart for inclusion and community on the board!
Read MoreCome reconnect with craftsmen, musicians, sculptors, painters, writers and makers of all kinds−the vibrant cacophony of creatives in our local community!
COVID has kept our community apart and presented many challenges for creatives, so we want to hear from you to better understand how we can support you.
Read MoreIn the heart of Greeley's Creative District, Wonderhand Studios is a communal print shop that offers various levels of membership, private artist studios, workshops, individual classes and creative events. The name, a play on wonderland combines imagination and the symbol or mark of a creator–the hand. Repeated throughout art history, found on cave walls and iconography, the hand represents our humanity–we use our hands to make and to connect with each other.
Read MoreNew to the Greeley Creative District board but certainly not to downtown Greeley, you may recognize Karen from her work with the Downtown Development Authority (DDA). We are so grateful to have her communications savvy, deep roots in the community and partnership as she serves on the Greeley Creative District board.
Read MoreAin’t Nothin’ but a Party! Enjoy two amazing days of non-stop blues Friday June 3 in downtown Greeley and Saturday June 4 outside the Island Grove Arena. With non-stop music on the main stage, the second Blues 101 stage, shopping and food, it’s truly a big family-friendly party! Tickets for are Adults are $35 ($45 the day of event), Kids (12 and under) are FREE.
Read MoreIf it’s an adventure you’re looking for this summer, then check out the 2022 Poudre River Trail-athlon! June 1 - August 1, 2022 begin your journey by picking up your FREE 2022 Adventure Kit at any of the participating libraries: Centennial Park Library, Lincoln Park Library, Farr Regional Library or Windsor-Severance Library. Each Adventure Kit contains ten adventure activities to choose from including a trail journal, take-and-make project, a scavenger hunt, biking, hiking, crafting, and more. The more activities you complete, the more points you earn toward prizes.
Read MoreBuilding a career from your artistic passions can be a rewarding life choice. However, melding a creative process with disciplined business practices can be a challenge.
Join the East CO SBDC and topic matter experts for an online course that explores what makes a small business successful within the creative industries. June 9-30, 2022
Read MoreThis month we held our board meeting at Boomer House. Named after its first resident, William M. Boomer, it is a new event center and the home of Greeley Game Night. Located in the heart of the Greeley Creative District the Boomer House was a great place to envision the work ahead as we continue to support the arts here in our community.
Read MoreBetzy’s mission is “to inspire and empower others to serve, transform, and lead in their own lives. Creating leaders who lead with heart and passion is the goal.” This is the thread weaving throughout her volunteer service and vocation.
Read MoreIn Greek the word zoë means life. Since opening their doors in 2009, Zoë's Café & Events Center has sought to foster life–to create space for people to authentically connect and to draw new life to a downtown far from the westward expansion transforming Greeley.
Read MoreThe largest event of its kind in the nation, the UNC/Greeley Jazz Festival brings together internationally recognized artists, jazz lovers, award-winning clinicians, and over 250 college, high school, and middle school big bands, combos, and vocal jazz groups. Each year, over 7,500 participants enjoy ensemble performances, educational workshops/clinics, main stage concerts and after-hours sessions.
Read MoreNorthern Colorado's FREE all day hip hop dance convention brought to you by the Colorado Dance Collective is happening Apr 16, 8:30am – 7:30pm MDT.
Register Now for free beginner, intermediate or advanced classes!
Read MoreWriter, Ultra Runner, Arts Advocate
“You might remember me from such publications as The Greeley Tribune, where I covered Greeley’s vibrant arts scene for 20 years.
I can’t tell you how excited I am to become a Greeley Creative District board member.”
Read MoreTo help support and promote businesses within the Greeley Creative District (and to celebrate that we are able gather in person again), our board has started convening at local venues for our monthly meetings. In March we met at Luna’s Tacos & Tequila.
Read MoreThe Creative District isn’t just about the arts, but creatives of all types, and business owners need creativity to thrive! So we would like to feature Kimberly Ponce, owner and operator of Kimberly’s Event Center and Lounge.
Read MoreHello my name is Armando and I’m a dancer. I know it’s not how I usually introduce myself but this is where a lot, if not most of my creativity comes from. I have been dancing for 32 years…
Read MorePlease think about our local creatives this season (there are so many more galleries) and give the unique gift that your friends and family will enjoy.
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