Every Monday, we post The Five Best Things to enjoy in the upcoming week. These things are selected by the Plum TV staff and often times by you.

They range from humble to haute and include exciting events, festivals and performances as well as dining, shopping and playing at various treasured spots, shops and institutions.

This week we're looking forward to...

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PLAY

1) Come celebrate the amazing fall weather for a good cause at Man of the Cliff, happening from Friday, October 16 through Sunday, October 18 at Mango's Mountain Grill in Red Cliff. This non-profile event features tons of fun fall activities, and benefits the First Descents Foundation, which provides outdoor adventure sports to promote emotional and physical healing in young adults diagnosed with cancer. The events include hatchet throw, speed wood chopping, archery, keg toss, hammer throw, cornhole...and of course a group tug of war! Live music provided by Dr. Awkward.

- Kayaking with First Descents (Watch Video)

- Map & Directions for Mango's Mountain Grill

2) Has watching American Idol got you dreaming of being of star? Well, stop by Loaded Joe's and show 'em what you got at their Valley's Best Open Mic night on Sunday, October 18. Voted Best in the Valley for 2008 and hosted by Dylan Heaney, this special night usually brings out some of Vail's best talents, in a cozy lounge atmosphere that's perfect for a Sunday night in the fall. There's even a $3 Keystone Light Man Can special!

- Map & Directions for Loaded Joe's

3) Come bowl like you've never bowled before at Neon Nights at The Back Bowl in Eagle. Head on over to the notoriously fun gaming center any night from Sunday-Thursday starting at 9 p.m. for their special $10.95 ALL-U-CAN-BOWL deal, which goes till closing at midnight. Best of all, the lanes will be transformed into a futuristic bowling alley, as the lights go down and the neon comes on! Fun for the whole family!

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SAVOR

4) Now's the perfect to treat yourself to nice meal out on the town, while taking advantage of the fantastic off-season specials that are still going on (but not for long!) This week, we've got the Autumn Blackboard Menu now available at The Left Bank, which features $5 appetizers and entrees starting at $16! It's a steal, so stop by for some great food at even better prices!