The City of Grand Junction will host a free “Make a Splash Get to Know Your City” event for the whole family on Thursday, June 13, 2024, from 4 – 6 p.m. at the Butterfly Pond at Las Colonias. A very special announcement will also occur at 4 p.m. to kick off the event.
The event is focused on water safety, recreation and conservation. City staff and the Interim City Manager Andrea Phillips will be on hand to answer questions and provide information about city services and programs.
The event will feature:
- Free cake following the 4 p.m. announcement by City of Grand Junction
- Free popsicles provided by La Michoacana (while supplies last)
- An appearance by goats from Goat Yoga representing goats used in the city’s Vegetation Management Program
- Based on availability, an appearance by Mesa County Sheriff’s Water Rescue Team
- Demonstration by Grand Junction Adventure Stand Up Paddle Boards at 4:30 p.m. in Butterfly Pond
- Rental discounts available that afternoon
- An interactive art project using bottlecaps led by artist TJ Smith tjsmith.art
- Free drawing for counter-top compost bins at 5:30 p.m.
- Touch-A-Truck event including a fire engine, police patrol car, and city grapple truck
- Riverfront Zip Adventures open from 4-7 p.m. that day with a limited number of 15 percent discount coupons
- Endangered Fish Presentation – U.S. Fish and Wildlife
- Urban Trails Committee table
- Games and giveaways
The Safe-A-Life Life Jacket organization will be in attendance and is requesting life jacket donations (especially youth and teen-sized) which can be brought to the organization’s table at the event. Donated life jackets must be approved for use by the organization prior to placement in any kiosk.
Get to Know Your City events are planned throughout the year to provide community members with an opportunity to learn more about current and upcoming city projects and initiatives. City staff are on hand at these events to answer questions and displays to provide detail regarding projects and plans currently underway or in the planning stages. Staff also offer ways for the public to provide input and learn more about current projects. In addition to information about plans involving public safety, transportation, utilities, and development, the summer event includes partners from outdoor recreation. These events are free and open to all community members. For information or questions about the event email communications@gjcity.org.