Arts and entertainment calendar roundup for Nov. 4-10

Note: for a complete list of calendar events from around Garfield County and the Roaring Fork Valley, go to http://www.postindependent.com/entertainment/community-calendar/.

Fall Fling Fundraiser for FocusedKids

What: Join us for FocusedKids’ Fall Fling Fundraiser: Enjoy a cozy evening of dinner, drinks, and music while supporting FocusedKids through our live auction and paddle raise. Connect with friends and hear about our growing impact on the academic and mental health of K-8 students in our community.

When: 5:30-8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 7

Where: Old Thompson Barn at 333 River Valley Ranch Rd. in Carbondale

Cost: $50 per ticket, purchase at focusedkids.org/product/focusedkids-fall-fling/. 

Guys & Dolls

What: Set in Damon Runyon’s mythical New York City, Guys and Dolls is an oddball romantic comedy. Nathan Detroit, gambler, tries to find the cash to set up the biggest craps game in town while the authorities breathe down his neck; meanwhile, his girlfriend and nightclub performer, Adelaide, laments that they’ve been engaged for fourteen years. Nathan turns to fellow gambler, Sky Masterson, for the dough and Sky ends up chasing the straight-laced missionary, Sarah Brown as a result. Guys and Dolls takes us from the heart of Times Square to the cafes of Havana, Cuba, and even into the sewers of New York City, but eventually everyone ends up right where they belong.

When: 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 7

Additional dates: 

7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 8

7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 9

7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 14

7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 15

7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 16

Where: Rifle High School at 1350 Prefontaine Ave. in Rifle

Cost: $8 for Rifle High School staff, 65 and older and students, $10 for adults, purchase tickets at rhsdramaclub.ludus.com/index.php?step=seats. 

Holiday Invitational – Exhibition Reception

What: Carbondale Clay Center’s Holiday Invitational features unique handmade holiday gifts from local and national artists. From mugs to butter dishes to ceramic jewelry and more, treat your loved ones (or yourself!) to a thoughtful gift while supporting artists.

This exhibition is cash & carry – unlike other exhibitions, you do not have to wait until the end of the show to bring your purchase home.

When: Exhibition Display from Nov. 1 – Dec. 21

Reception: 6-8 p.m. Friday,  Nov. 8

Where: Carbondale Clay Center at 135 Main St. in Carbondale

Cost: Free to attend

Carbondale Christmas Boutique

What: Christmas at the Firehouse. Join us for the Annual Carbondale Christmas Boutique. Local handmade gifts available. This annual event has been held in Carbondale for over 47 years. Proceeds of sales will benefit the Carbondale Fire Department.

When: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 9

Where: Carbondale Fire House at 300 Meadowood Dr. in Carbondale

Cost: Free to attend

N.U.T.S. Presents – Zikr Dance Ensemble’s “Secrets”

What: Highlighted on the program will be the world premiere of David Taylor’s “Liturgies” and a newly expanded version of the stunning “Ripples In The Sand”. Set to the electrifying Dune film score by Hans Zimmer, “Ripples” will feature new costumes and choreography and a breathtaking fabric canopy covering the entire stage. Also featured will be a reprise of audience favorite “Mobile”, the iconic miniature masterpiece by former Ballet West and San Francisco Ballet choreographer Tomm Ruud. Rounding out this mesmerizing evening of contemporary, multimedia dance will be Taylor’s “Altar” and “Oracle”, a journey into the mysterious world of the ancient Greek Oracle of Delphi.

When: 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 9

Where: Ute Theater and Events Center at 132 E. Fourth St. in Rifle

Cost: $18 for 17 and under and seniors, $23 for adults, $28 for table seating, purchase tickets at utetheater.com/event/n-u-t-s-presents-zikr-dance-ensembles-secrets/.