Good morning, Grand Junction.

Hanukkah, an eight-day Festival of Lights celebrated for an ancient miracle, began yesterday (Dec.

14) in Grand Junction and will run until Dec. 22 with families lighting the menorah and enjoying traditional customs.

The Grand Valley Model Railroad Club brings the 37th Annual Christmas Train Show to the Cross Orchards Historic Site, recreating local rail history with models of Grand Junction Depot and Mount Garfield.

The family-friendly exhibit runs Dec. 20, 21, 27, and 28 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

The Grand Valley Model Railroad Club hosts the 37th Annual Christmas Train Show this December at the Cross Orchards Historic Site, featuring miniature displays of Grand Junction’s rail history—like the depot and Mount Garfield—that run on Saturdays and Sundays from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

After a tough 2025 with frozen SNAP benefits and higher grocery prices, Grand Junction families are urged by financial experts to make a budget and boost credit before major purchases in 2026 — experts say this plan could lower interest rates.

Grand Junction-based Myndful Wellness announced it is now accepting patients & insurance including Medicaid.

The practice offers esketamine, transcranial magnetic stimulation and traditional therapy to help treat depression and anxiety.

Mary Poppins Musical

7 PM — The Avalon Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the beloved nanny's magical adventures in a delightful musical adaptation.

Disney's Mary Poppins - The Musical

2-3:30 p.m. — The Avalon Theatre — Tickets start at $56 — Experience the enchanting tale of Mary Poppins brought to life on stage.

Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland

7-8:30 p.m. — The Avalon Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience an enchanting night of acrobatics and holiday music with Cirque Musica's breathtaking performances.