At Strings, we strive to provide music for audiences of all ages to enhance the cultural, educational, and entertainment experiences of the community of Northwest Colorado and its visitors.
In keeping with our mission, we are pleased to offer a variety of free programs. Many are offered in partnership with other community organizations. All are possible thanks to the support of our generous donors.
In 2017, Strings offered 61 free events. We look forward to many more in 2018!
june
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The ride starts at 11:30 a.m. at the Art Depot, and riders can join the pack at any point along the way. Join at 11:45 at
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The ride starts at 11:30 a.m. at the Art Depot, and riders can join the pack at any point along the way.
Join at 11:45 at the Howelsen Ice Arena if you miss the depot!
Time
All Day (Thursday)
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Every Thursday, enjoy this free concert series in one of Steamboat's most beautiful parks. Bring your lawn chairs, sunscreen and the kids for music in the mountain air.
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Every Thursday, enjoy this free concert series in one of Steamboat’s most beautiful parks. Bring your lawn chairs, sunscreen and the kids for music in the mountain air. Today’s concert features a youth ensemble form Steamboat’s Music with Vision.
Time
(Thursday) 12:15 pm - 1:00 pm
Location
Yampa River Botanic Park
1000 Pamela Ln
Price
FREE
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Introduce your children to classical music as Music Director Michael Sachs prepares the orchestra the Festival’s opening night classical performance. Children of all ages are welcome,
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Introduce your children to classical music as Music Director Michael Sachs prepares the orchestra the Festival’s opening night classical performance. Children of all ages are welcome, especially those under six who aren’t ready for an evening concert.
Time
(Friday) 11:00 am
Price
FREE
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Spend a summer evening sipping beer, enjoying live music, and supporting Strings! Strings Young Artists in Residence will perform at The BARley and 20% of sales will be
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Spend a summer evening sipping beer, enjoying live music, and supporting Strings! Strings Young Artists in Residence will perform at The BARley and 20% of sales will be donated to Strings Music Festival.
Time
(Tuesday) 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location
The BARley
635 Lincoln Ave
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We regret to announce that Musical Birding has been canceled. We hope to see you at another event soon. Register with Yampatika directly for the tour at
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We regret to announce that Musical Birding has been canceled. We hope to see you at another event soon.
Register with Yampatika directly for the tour at yampatika.org. Registration is required.
Join a Yampatika naturalist at the Yampa River Botanic Park and connect with other local bird-lovers. Participants will enjoy a private tour of the park while listening and watching for birds. The walk will be followed by a short string quartet performance by Strings’ Young Artists in Residence, the Maroon Belles, from 8-8:30 a.m.
Time
(Thursday) 7:00 am
Price
Suggested donation: $20
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Every Thursday, enjoy this free concert series in one of Steamboat's most beautiful parks. Bring your lawn chairs, sunscreen and the kids for music in the mountain air.
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Every Thursday, enjoy this free concert series in one of Steamboat’s most beautiful parks. Bring your lawn chairs, sunscreen and the kids for music in the mountain air. Today’s concert features Strings Young Artists in Residence, the Maroon Belles, a string quartet.
Time
(Thursday) 12:15 pm - 1:00 pm
Location
Yampa River Botanic Park
1000 Pamela Ln
Price
FREE
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Storm Peak Brewing, 1885 Elk River Plaza Join Conductor Mark Gould and Music Director Michael Sachs for a cold beer and lively conversation. In this informal setting, you’ll have the chance
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Storm Peak Brewing, 1885 Elk River Plaza
Join Conductor Mark Gould and Music Director Michael Sachs for a cold beer and lively conversation. In this informal setting, you’ll have the chance to get to know two of your favorite Strings conductors.
Time
(Thursday) 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Location
Storm Peak Brewing
1885 Elk River Plaza
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The ride starts at 11:30 a.m. at the Art Depot, and riders can join the pack at any point along the way. Join at 11:45 at
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The ride starts at 11:30 a.m. at the Art Depot, and riders can join the pack at any point along the way.
Join at 11:45 at the Howelsen Ice Arena if you miss the depot!
Time
All Day (Friday)
july
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Strings youth musicians bring their talents to the Bud Werner Memorial Library. This entertainment series helps kids and families celebrate the summer reading program.
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Strings youth musicians bring their talents to the Bud Werner Memorial Library. This entertainment series helps kids and families celebrate the summer reading program.
Time
(Monday) 12:00 pm
Location
Bud Werner Memorial Library
1289 Lincoln Ave
Price
FREE
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Join Strings Young Artists in Residence, the Maroon Belles, for free concerts at the historic Granary in Hayden.
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Join Strings Young Artists in Residence, the Maroon Belles, for free concerts at the historic Granary in Hayden.
Time
(Tuesday) 7:00 pm
Location
The Granary
198 E Lincoln Ave
Price
FREE
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FREE, Donations accepted, all levels class Start your summer mornings with yoga instruction from the Yoga Center of Steamboat Springs in Strings Festival Park. Your practice will
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FREE, Donations accepted, all levels class
Start your summer mornings with yoga instruction from the Yoga Center of Steamboat Springs in Strings Festival Park. Your practice will be accompanied by the music of Gabriel Royal, who will perform at the evening’s Strings concert.
Time
(Saturday) 9:00 am
Location
Strings Festival Park
900 Strings Road
Price
Free, donations accepted ($10 suggested)
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Strings youth musicians bring their talents to the Bud Werner Memorial Library. This entertainment series helps kids and families celebrate the summer reading program.
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Strings youth musicians bring their talents to the Bud Werner Memorial Library. This entertainment series helps kids and families celebrate the summer reading program.
Time
(Monday) 12:00 pm
Location
Bud Werner Memorial Library
1289 Lincoln Ave
Price
FREE
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FREE, Donations accepted, all levels class Start your summer mornings with yoga instruction from the Yoga Center of Steamboat Springs in Strings Festival Park. Your practice will
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FREE, Donations accepted, all levels class
Start your summer mornings with yoga instruction from the Yoga Center of Steamboat Springs in Strings Festival Park. Your practice will be accompanied by the music of the Dover Quartet, who will perform at the evening’s Strings concert.
Time
(Wednesday) 9:00 am
Location
Strings Festival Park
900 Strings Road
Price
Free, donations accepted ($10 suggested)
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7 p.m. showtime - 6 p.m. meeting time Dover Quartet: Classical for the Community 6 p.m. Meet at Whistler Park 6:15 p.m. Meet at the Rotary Peace Pavilion
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7 p.m. showtime – 6 p.m. meeting time
Dover Quartet: Classical for the Community
6 p.m. Meet at Whistler Park
6:15 p.m. Meet at the Rotary Peace Pavilion
Rides start one hour prior to show time, and riders can join at any point along the way!
Gold Sponsors: UCHealth Yampa Valley Medical Center, Ski Haus
Bronze Sponsors: Christy Sports Family of Stores, Orange Peel Bicycle Service, Steamboat Ski & Bike Kare
Special thanks to Routt County Riders for marketing support.
Time
(Wednesday) 6:00 pm - 6:50 pm
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TICKETS GO ON SALE
Tuesday, April 23, 10 a.m. MST for donors of $500 or more
Tuesday, May 7, 10 a.m. MST for the general public
You’re welcome here.
At our first-ever community night, Strings welcomes music lovers ages six and older to enjoy a beautiful performance without the worries of cost, seating, or classical music knowledge. Attendees are invited to pay what they can and choose seats anywhere in the Pavilion. At this event, we take the opportunity to foster an inclusive listening experience, whether it’s your first or fiftieth time at the Pavilion.
About the Dover Quartet
In 2013, the Dover Quartet won every award at the Banff International String Quartet Competition. The warmth, rhythm, and phrasing of their music create a unique, inviting sound. They have received numerous awards, been praised by critics, and serve as the quartet-in-residence for the Bienen School of Music at Northwestern University.
Bryan Lee, Joel Link, violin
Milena Pajaro-Van De Stadt, viola
Camden Shaw, cello
BRITTEN String Quartet No. 1 in D Major, Op. 25
DVORˇÁK String Quartet No. 12 in F Major, Op. 96, “American”
We invite you to mingle with the musicians following this evening’s performance.
Time
(Wednesday) 7:00 pm
Price
Pay what you can.
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The ride starts at 11:30 a.m. at the Art Depot, and riders can join the pack at any point along the way. Join at 11:45 at
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The ride starts at 11:30 a.m. at the Art Depot, and riders can join the pack at any point along the way.
Join at 11:45 at the Howelsen Ice Arena if you miss the depot!
Time
All Day (Thursday)
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Every Thursday, enjoy this free concert series in one of Steamboat's most beautiful parks. Bring your lawn chairs, sunscreen and the kids for music in the mountain air.
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Every Thursday, enjoy this free concert series in one of Steamboat’s most beautiful parks. Bring your lawn chairs, sunscreen and the kids for music in the mountain air. Today’s concert features Jay Roemer who performs Americana and bluegrass.
Time
(Thursday) 12:15 pm
Location
Yampa River Botanic Park
1000 Pamela Ln
Price
FREE
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FREE, Donations accepted, all levels class Start your summer mornings with yoga instruction from the Yoga Center of Steamboat Springs in Strings Festival Park. Your practice will
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FREE, Donations accepted, all levels class
Start your summer mornings with yoga instruction from the Yoga Center of Steamboat Springs in Strings Festival Park. Your practice will be accompanied by the music of the collectif9, who will perform at the evening’s Strings concert.
Time
(Saturday) 9:00 am
Location
Strings Festival Park
900 Strings Road
Price
Free, donations accepted ($10 suggested)
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FREE, Donations accepted, all levels class Start your summer mornings with yoga instruction from the Yoga Center of Steamboat Springs in Strings Festival Park. Your practice will
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FREE, Donations accepted, all levels class
Start your summer mornings with yoga instruction from the Yoga Center of Steamboat Springs in Strings Festival Park. Your practice will be accompanied by the music of the Cliburn Silver Medalist Daniel Hsu, who will perform at the evening’s Strings concert.
Time
(Wednesday) 9:00 am
Location
Strings Festival Park
900 Strings Road
Price
Free, donations accepted ($10 suggested)
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The ride starts at 11:30 a.m. at the Art Depot, and riders can join the pack at any point along the way. Join at 11:45 at
Event Details
The ride starts at 11:30 a.m. at the Art Depot, and riders can join the pack at any point along the way.
Join at 11:45 at the Howelsen Ice Arena if you miss the depot!
Time
All Day (Thursday)
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Every Thursday, enjoy this free concert series in one of Steamboat's most beautiful parks. Bring your lawn chairs, sunscreen and the kids for music in the mountain air.
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Every Thursday, enjoy this free concert series in one of Steamboat’s most beautiful parks. Bring your lawn chairs, sunscreen and the kids for music in the mountain air. Today’s concert features Tyler Crane who performs rock and blues.
Time
(Thursday) 12:15 pm
Location
Yampa River Botanic Park
1000 Pamela Ln
Price
FREE
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Strings youth musicians bring their talents to the Bud Werner Memorial Library. This entertainment series helps kids and families celebrate the summer reading program. Today's concert will be held outdoors.
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Strings youth musicians bring their talents to the Bud Werner Memorial Library. This entertainment series helps kids and families celebrate the summer reading program.
Today’s concert will be held outdoors.
Time
(Monday) 12:00 pm
Location
Bud Werner Memorial Library
1289 Lincoln Ave
Price
FREE
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Spend a summer evening sipping beer, enjoying live music, and supporting Strings! Strings Young Artists in Residence will perform at The BARley and 20% of sales will be
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Spend a summer evening sipping beer, enjoying live music, and supporting Strings! Strings Young Artists in Residence will perform at The BARley and 20% of sales will be donated to Strings Music Festival.
Time
(Tuesday) 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location
The BARley
635 Lincoln Ave
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FREE, Donations accepted, all levels class Start your summer mornings with yoga instruction from the Yoga Center of Steamboat Springs in Strings Festival Park. Your practice will
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FREE, Donations accepted, all levels class
Start your summer mornings with yoga instruction from the Yoga Center of Steamboat Springs in Strings Festival Park. Your practice will be accompanied by live classical rehearsal from Strings Music Pavilion.
Time
(Wednesday) 9:00 am
Location
Strings Festival Park
900 Strings Road
Price
Free, donations accepted ($10 suggested)
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The ride starts at 11:30 a.m. at the Art Depot, and riders can join the pack at any point along the way. Join at 11:45 at
Event Details
The ride starts at 11:30 a.m. at the Art Depot, and riders can join the pack at any point along the way.
Join at 11:45 at the Howelsen Ice Arena if you miss the depot!
Time
All Day (Thursday)
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Every Thursday, enjoy this free concert series in one of Steamboat's most beautiful parks. Bring your lawn chairs, sunscreen and the kids for music in the mountain air.
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Every Thursday, enjoy this free concert series in one of Steamboat’s most beautiful parks. Bring your lawn chairs, sunscreen and the kids for music in the mountain air. Today’s concert features Strings Young Artists in Residence, 511 Brass, a brass quintet.
Time
(Thursday) 12:15 pm - 1:00 pm
Location
Yampa River Botanic Park
1000 Pamela Ln
Price
FREE
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FREE, Donations accepted, all levels class Start your summer mornings with yoga instruction from the Yoga Center of Steamboat Springs in Strings Festival Park. Your practice will
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FREE, Donations accepted, all levels class
Start your summer mornings with yoga instruction from the Yoga Center of Steamboat Springs in Strings Festival Park. Your practice will be accompanied by live classical rehearsal from Strings Music Pavilion.
Time
(Saturday) 9:00 am
Location
Strings Festival Park
900 Strings Road
Price
Free, donations accepted ($10 suggested)
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Join Strings Young Artists in Residence, 511 Brass, for free concerts at the historic Granary in Hayden.
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Join Strings Young Artists in Residence, 511 Brass, for free concerts at the historic Granary in Hayden.
Time
(Sunday) 7:00 pm
Location
The Granary
198 E Lincoln Ave
Price
FREE
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FREE, Donations accepted, all levels class Start your summer mornings with yoga instruction from the Yoga Center of Steamboat Springs in Strings Festival Park. Your practice will
Event Details
FREE, Donations accepted, all levels class
Start your summer mornings with yoga instruction from the Yoga Center of Steamboat Springs in Strings Festival Park. Your practice will be accompanied by live classical rehearsal from Strings Music Pavilion.
Time
(Wednesday) 9:00 am
Location
Strings Festival Park
900 Strings Road
Price
Free, donations accepted ($10 suggested)
august
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The ride starts at 11:15 a.m. at the Bear River Skate Park, and riders can join the pack at any point along the way. Join around
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The ride starts at 11:15 a.m. at the Bear River Skate Park, and riders can join the pack at any point along the way.
Join around 11:30 at the Bud Werner Memorial Library, at 11:45 at the 5th.
Time
All Day (Thursday)
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Every Thursday, enjoy this free concert series in one of Steamboat's most beautiful parks. Bring your lawn chairs, sunscreen and the kids for music in the mountain air.
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Every Thursday, enjoy this free concert series in one of Steamboat’s most beautiful parks. Bring your lawn chairs, sunscreen and the kids for music in the mountain air. Today’s concert features Strings Young Artists in Residence, 511 Brass, a brass quintet.
Time
(Thursday) 12:15 pm - 1:00 pm
Location
Yampa River Botanic Park
1000 Pamela Ln
Price
FREE
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6 p.m. showtime - 5 p.m. meeting time Finnegan Blue 5 p.m. Meet at Whistler Park 5:15 p.m. Meet at the Rotary Peace Pavilion Rides start one
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6 p.m. showtime – 5 p.m. meeting time
Finnegan Blue
5 p.m. Meet at Whistler Park
5:15 p.m. Meet at the Rotary Peace Pavilion
Rides start one hour prior to show time, and riders can join at any point along the way!
Gold Sponsors: UCHealth Yampa Valley Medical Center, Ski Haus
Bronze Sponsors: Christy Sports Family of Stores, Orange Peel Bicycle Service, Steamboat Ski & Bike Kare
Special thanks to Routt County Riders for marketing support.
Time
(Wednesday) 5:00 pm - 5:50 pm
Event Details
The ride starts at 11:30 a.m. at the Art Depot, and riders can join the pack at any point along the way. Join at 11:45 at
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The ride starts at 11:30 a.m. at the Art Depot, and riders can join the pack at any point along the way.
Join at 11:45 at the Howelsen Ice Arena if you miss the depot!
Time
All Day (Thursday)
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Every Thursday, enjoy this free concert series in one of Steamboat's most beautiful parks. Bring your lawn chairs, sunscreen and the kids for music in the mountain air.
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Every Thursday, enjoy this free concert series in one of Steamboat’s most beautiful parks. Bring your lawn chairs, sunscreen and the kids for music in the mountain air. Today’s concert features Chamberlin Birch, a singer-songwriter.
Time
(Thursday) 12:15 pm - 1:00 pm
Location
Yampa River Botanic Park
1000 Pamela Ln
Price
FREE
Event Details
The ride starts at 11:30 a.m. at the Art Depot, and riders can join the pack at any point along the way. Join at 11:45 at
Event Details
The ride starts at 11:30 a.m. at the Art Depot, and riders can join the pack at any point along the way.
Join at 11:45 at the Howelsen Ice Arena if you miss the depot!
Time
All Day (Thursday)
Event Details
Every Thursday, enjoy this free concert series in one of Steamboat's most beautiful parks. Bring your lawn chairs, sunscreen and the kids for music in the mountain air.
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Every Thursday, enjoy this free concert series in one of Steamboat’s most beautiful parks. Bring your lawn chairs, sunscreen and the kids for music in the mountain air. Today’s concert features John Fog, Denton Turner, and Darren Radach who perform Western Americana.
Time
(Thursday) 12:15 pm - 1:00 pm
Location
Yampa River Botanic Park
1000 Pamela Ln
Price
FREE
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8 p.m. showtime - 7 p.m. meeting time The California Honeydrops 7 p.m. Meet at Whistler Park 7:15 p.m. Meet at the Rotary Peace Pavilion Rides start
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8 p.m. showtime – 7 p.m. meeting time
The California Honeydrops
7 p.m. Meet at Whistler Park
7:15 p.m. Meet at the Rotary Peace Pavilion
Rides start one hour prior to show time, and riders can join at any point along the way!
Gold Sponsors: UCHealth Yampa Valley Medical Center, Ski Haus
Bronze Sponsors: Christy Sports Family of Stores, Orange Peel Bicycle Service, Steamboat Ski & Bike Kare
Special thanks to Routt County Riders for marketing support.
Time
(Sunday) 7:00 pm - 7:50 pm