The Counseling & Education Center in Grand Junction has scheduled an open house to celebrate 40 years in operation.

The event is set for 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 9 at the CEC, 2708 Patterson Road, and will include live music, food, and tours.

Parking will be available at the nearby Bookcliff Baptist Church located at the intersection of Patterson Road and 12th Street.

A nonprofit organization, the CEC provides affordable, professional counseling to people in Mesa County, regardless of their age, income or insurance. For more information, visit www.cecwecare.org.