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CortezThrough March
Display of airbrush paintings by Heather Fields, Cortez Public Library, 202 N. Park St. Also, Donna Peterson will display her collection of vintage handbags in March and April.
Friday, March 13
Friday the 13th, Your Lucky Day event, 1-8 p.m. Cortez Elks Lodge. View or purchase items made by Elks members and their guests. Food and beverages available 5-7:30 p.m.
Saturday, March 14
Watercolor workshop with award-winning artist Jan Wright, 10 a.m.-noon or 1-3 p.m., Cortez Public Library, 202 N. Park St. Ages 10 and older. Free. Pre-registration required. Space is limited. All supplies are provided. Details: 565-8117.
Annual Tip-a-Cop event, 4-9 p.m., J Fargo’s, 1209 E. Main St. Local law enforcement officers volunteer as servers to earn tips for the local DARE and Digital Future Incentives education. In memory of Chief Roy Lane. Details: Tiffany at 564-0242 or tiffghere@yahoo.com.
The Four Corners Dance Society’s “Dance Into Spring,” 7 p.m., Montezuma County Senior Center, 117 N. Chestnut St. Members, $10; nonmembers, $15. Details: fourcornersdancesocietyr@gmail.com or 759-0980.
Monday, March 16
Dolores River Anglers Chapter meeting, 7 p.m., Wildedge Brewing Collective, 111 N. Market St. Meet-and-greet at 6:30 p.m.; program at 7 p.m. Cole Glenn, manager of the San Juan Angler fly shop in Durango, will speak on “Fishing the Animas River.” Pizza and salad for a $5 donation. Cash bar. Details: Dale at 759-3020 or Brad at 759-0175.
Tuesday, March 17
St. Patrick’s Day Celtic music, performed by The Kitchenette Jam Band, as part of the Literary Tuesday series, 10 a.m., Cortez Public Library, 202 N. Park St. Free. Refreshments served. Details: 565-8117.
VFW Auxiliary Post No. 5231 St. Patrick’s Day fundraiser, 5-9 p.m., Montezuma County Annex, 107 N. Chestnut St. Traditional corned beef and cabbage with all the fixings. Adults $9; children 5 to 11, $5; 5 and younger, free. “250” raffle winners chosen at 7 p.m. Details: lenihan@q.com.
Montezuma Youth Pride meeting, 5:30 p.m., St. Barnabas Episcopal Church, 110 W. North St. Montezuma Youth Pride supports programming for LGBTQ2S+ youth in Montezuma County. Details: 565-7865 or office@stbarnabascortez.org.
Mesa Verde Back Country Horsemen Monthly Meeting, 6:30 p.m., First National Bank, 2258 E. Main St. Free.
Wednesday, March 18
Montezuma County Democrats Central Committee Meeting, 6 p.m., The People’s Place, 2409 E. Empire St.
Thursday, March 19
For Pets’ Sake Humane Society’s monthly board meeting, 6:30 p.m., Cortez Public Library, 202 N. Park St. Discussion includes the group’s finances, pet-assistance programs, spring yard sale and other fundraising efforts. All are welcome. Details: 565-PETS/7387.
The Cortez Public Library and the Sunflower Theatre present the award-winning eco-documentary, “Honeyland,” 7 p.m., Sunflower Theatre, 8 E. Main St. The film examines the struggles of a nurturing beekeeper. Suggested donation $5. Details: 565-8117.
Saturday, March 21
Montezuma Democrats County Assembly, 9:30 a.m., Montezuma County Annex, 107 N. Chestnut St.
Veterans lunch, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Cortez Elks Lodge, 2100 N. Dolores Road. Open to the public. Free for veterans showing some form of military ID. $5 for other guests. Pulled pork sandwich with chips. Details: 565-3557.
WEDNESDAY-SATURDAY, APRIL 1-4
For Pets’ Sake Humane Society’s spring yard sale fundraiser, 8 a.m.-3 p.m., Montezuma County Fairgrounds, U.S. Highway 160 east of Cortez. Donations accepted at the building noon-6 p.m. March 31. Details: 565-PETS/7387.
Saturday, March 28
Bake Sale to benefit the Dolores cross country team, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., City Market, 508 E. Main St. Donations of baked goods should be individually wrapped and may be dropped off after 9:45 the day of the sale. Details: Kim at 759-4073.
Monday-Friday
Nondenominational silent meditation, 7 p.m., Johnson Building, 925 Broadway, No. 184. Free. Details: 560-2822.
First Monday
Montelores Early Childhood Council luncheon, 11:45 a.m., Johnson Building Room 110, 925 S. Broadway. Public invited. RSVP for lunch to Vangi McCoy, 749-7017 or vangim@monteloresecc.org. Bring a beverage.
Southwest Cowboy Church, Lewis Arriola Community Center. Potluck, 6 p.m.; service and message, 7 p.m.
First Tuesday
Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, dementia and other neurological support, 10 a.m.-noon, Hospice of Montezuma, 512 N. Broadway.
Diabetes support group, 3:30-5 p.m., Kiva Room, Southwest Memorial Hospital. For type 1 or 2 diabetes. Free. Details: Jenny Nuuttila, 564-2275.
American Legion Ute Mountain Post 75 meeting, 7 p.m., Legion Hall, 320 N. Harrison St. Details: 565-8151.
First Wednesday
Recent Spouse Loss support group, 3-5 p.m., Hospice of Montezuma, 512 N. Broadway.
Cortez Historic Preservation Board meeting, 5 p.m., Cortez City Hall, 123 E. Roger Smith Ave.
First Thursday
Montezuma County Republican Central Committee meeting, noon, Shiloh Steakhouse. Details: Jan Gardner, montezumagop@gmail.com or 565-2197.
Bariatric Surgery Weight Loss support group, 5-6:30 p.m., Southwest Memorial Hospital Kiva Room. Free. Details: 564-2276.
Cocktail Culture informal monthly happy hour, 5 p.m., Cortez Cultural Center, 25 N. Market St. $15 suggested donation. Details: www.cortezculturalcenter.org.
VFW Auxiliary Montezuma County Post 5231 meeting, 6 p.m., First Southwest Bank, 1510 E. Main St. 570-5755.
Montezuma County Democrats meeting, The People’s Place, 215 E. Main St. All welcome. Details: 516-1693.
The Montezuma County VFW Post 5231 meeting, 7 p.m., Cortez Public Library, 202 N. Park St. Meet-and-greet at 6 p.m. Details: vfwpost5231@gmail.com.
First Friday
Alzheimer’s and dementia support group, noon, Vista Mesa Assisted Living, 1206 N. Mildred Road. Lunch. Details: 259-0122.
Disabled American Veterans meeting, with lunch at noon, meeting at 12:30 p.m., Veterans Outreach Center, 432 N. Broadway. Details: 560-2793.
First Saturday
Montezuma County Chapter of MOMS Demand Action for Gun Sense in America, monthly meeting. Details: contact montezumamomsdemandaction@gmail.com.
First and Third Saturday
Four Corners Square Dancers dance, 6:30 p.m., Kemper Elementary School, 620 E. Montezuma Ave. Details: 739-3385, 749-9682, 565-9836.
Second Tuesday
Montezuma County Historical Society luncheon, 11:30 a.m. Public invited. Details: Ann Wilson Brown, 565-2747.
Second and Fourth Tuesday
Mayor’s office hours, 12:30-1:30 p.m., Cortez City Hall, 123 Roger Smith Ave.
Second Wednesday
Montezuma County Hospital District board meeting, 6-8 p.m., EMS Training Room, 1450 E. Johnson Drive. Public welcome. Details: 564-2146.
Montezuma County Democrats Executive Committee meeting, The People’s Place, 2409 E. Empire. Open meeting. Details: 516-1693 or chair@montezumadems.org.
Second Thursday
Montezuma County Republican Women meeting, noon, Shiloh Steakhouse, Veach and Main streets. All welcome. Details: Rosemarie Beall, 564-1576.
Free supermarket tours, noon-1 p.m., with Southwest Health System dietitian. RSVP and details: 564-2275.
Estate planning seminar, 5-7 p.m., Vectra Bank Conference Room, 350 W. Montezuma Ave. Free. RSVP: erin@fone.net. Details: 303-588-2695.
The Southwest Woodworkers Guild meetings, 7 p.m., Various locations. Beginners and experts. Details: Tom, 882-7360.
Third Monday
High Desert Vegetarians and Vegans potluck, 6-8 p.m., First United Methodist Church, 515 N. Park St. Open to everyone. Details: Jim Skvorc, 903-0944.
Third Tuesday
Mesa Verde Back Country Horsemen meeting, 7 p.m., First National Bank, 2258 E. Main St. Details: www.mesaverdehorsemen.com or 503-927-1681.
Third Wednesday
Critical Conversations series, 5-7 p.m., Cortez Cultural Center, 25 N. Market St. Free. Open to the public. Refreshments. Details: www.cortezculturalcenter.org.
Montezuma County Democrats Central Committee meeting, The People’s Place, 2409 E. Empire. Open meeting. Details: 516-1693 or chair@montezumadems.org.
Fourth Tuesday
Family Law Post-order clinic, 4-7 p.m., Cortez Public Library, 202 N. Park St. Free. Details: jcuesta@colegalserve.org or 800-521-6968.
The 4Corners Republican Women meeting, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Shiloh Steakhouse, 5 S. Veach. Details: 560-0763.
Fourth Wednesday
Cancer education and support group, 3 p.m., Hospice of Montezuma, 512 N. Broadway. Details: 565-4400.
Fourth Thursday
Local Resource Support Clinic, 2-4 p.m., Hospice of Montezuma, 512 N. Broadway.
Every Monday
SMART Recovery classes with Axis Health System, 10-11 a.m., Cortez Public Library, 202 N. Park St. Free. All ages. Details: Candice Seay at 422-2060.
Embrace Grace support group for pregnant women, 6:30 p.m., Community of Believers Church, 23826 County Road G. Free. Details: Debbie, 739-2344 or hot_rod_jorg@yahoo.com or Zandra at 764-0920 or communityofbelievers41113@gmail.com.
Four Corners Community Band practice, 6:30-8:30 p.m., First Baptist Church, Market and North streets. Details: 4cornerscommunityband@gmail.com or Four Corners Community Band on Facebook.
Every Tuesday
The Southwest Artists League meeting, 10 a.m., County Annex, 107 N. Chestnut St. Have fun with fellow artists. Details: Saralynn at 560-9927.
Bridge players needed, 1:30 p.m., Montezuma Valley Presbyterian Church, 305 S. Washington St. Details: 565-6088 or 565-7024.
Mesa Verde Cadet Squadron of the Civil Air Patrol meeting, 6:30-8:30 p.m., American Legion, 420 N. Harrison St.
Every Tuesday and Thursday
Tai chi class, 10:30-11:45 a.m., Cortez Recreation Center, 425 Roger Smith Ave. Cost: $4. Details: Donna Hicks, 564-4080, donnahicks42@yahoo.com.
Master’s Swimming Group with Cortez Water Dragons, 6-7:30 a.m., Cortez Recreation Center. All levels. Cost: Entry fee plus $40 a month.
Every Wednesday
Kiwanis Club of Mesa Verde meeting, noon, Shiloh Steakhouse, Main and Sligo streets. Details: 564-3144.
Sitting in the quiet, meditation, contemplation, prayer, 12:15-12:45 p.m., St. Barnabas Church, 110 W. North St. Details: 565-7865.
Wednesday Activities Club, 2:30-4:30 p.m., Cortez Public Library, 202 N. Park St. Free for students ages 8-12. 565-8117.
Every Thursday
Raising Readers Storytime, 10:30 a.m., Cortez Public Library, 202 N. Park St. Older children may join for a craft at 11:15 a.m.
Bingo at the Cortez Elks Club, early bird game at 6:45 p.m.; others follow. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., 2100 N. Dolores Road. Food and beverages.
Montezuma County Senior Center senior dance, 7-9 p.m., 107 N. Chestnut St. Details: Nita Warner, 565-9855.
Overeaters Anonymous weekly meeting, 8 p.m., Cortez Dental office, 43 W. Montezuma Ave. Details: 799-2183.
Every Friday
TOPS (Take off Pounds Sensibly), 10:45 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Cortez City Hall, 123 Roger Smith Ave. Details: 435-414-4733.
Celebrate Recovery, a Christian 12-step program, 6-7 p.m.; learning group, 7-8 p.m.; open share, 8-9 p.m., Rock Springs Church campus, U.S. Highway 160. CR Café. Child care provided.
Every Sunday
Native Grace Intertribal Fellowship meeting, 2 p.m., First United Methodist Church, 515 N. Park Ave.
Simply A Course in Miracles, 4 p.m., various venues. Details: 946-2194 or coloradoacim@gmail.com.
Dolores
Saturday, March 14
League of Women Voters meeting, 10 a.m., Dolores Public Library, 1002 Railroad Ave. Nyibol Bior will share her story of being born in Sudan in 1982 and of how she and many family members were forced to leave their home and walk hundreds of miles in search of safety.
Thursday, March 19
Winter Tales Lecture Series, “Saqsaywaman: A Building Marvel with Vince Lee,” 6:30 p.m., Dolores Public Library, 1002 Railroad Ave. Details: 882-4127 or www.doloreslibrary.org.
Saturday, March 28
Dolores Chamber Spring Banquet with steampunk Wild Wild West theme, 6-10 p.m., Dolores Community Center. $30 per person, $50 per couple, $200 for a table of eight. Costumes. Dinner, cash bar, silent and live auctions. Details: www.doloreschamber.com.
First Tuesday
Dolores Mountain Quilters meeting, 10 a.m., Dolores Community Center, 400 Riverside Ave. All welcome. Details: www.doloresmountainquilters.org or Suzanne Butterfield at 404-374-6558.
Every Tuesday
Help with Microsoft Word, email, digital pictures, 2-5 p.m., Dolores Public Library, 1002 Railroad Ave. Free. Details: 882-4127.
Civil Air Patrol Mesa Verde Cadet Squadron meeting, 6:30–8:30 p.m., K9 Search and Rescue. Details: Debrah Archer, 759-5669.
The Dolores Rotary Club meeting, 6:30-7:30 a.m., Ponderosa Restaurant, 715 Railroad Ave. Cost: two free meetings, yearly membership $150. Details: Susan, 426-9902 or DoloresRotary3256@gmail.com.
Every Wednesday
Storytime, 10-10:30 a.m., Dolores Public Library, 1002 Railroad Ave. Stories, snack and activity for preschoolers and caregivers. 882-4127.
Bible studies, 6 p.m., Chapel on the Farm, 19927 Road 26.2 Loop. Details: 903-6153.
Third and Fourth Thursday
K9 Search and Rescue Team meeting, 7 p.m. at the Dog House. Learn about search and rescue, navigation, survival. Applications accepted. Details: 882-4746.
Every Thursday
Recovery Support Group meeting, for sober living, 7 a.m., Dolores Methodist Church, 105 N. Eighth St. Details: Sue, 739-1049.
Every Sunday
Unitarian Universalists meeting, 11 a.m., Dolores Community Center, 400 Riverside Ave. Discuss comparative philosophies and religion. Details: Darlene, 565-6173; www.fourcornersuu.org.
Mancos
First Saturday
Teen Café Nights, 7-10 p.m., Mancos Public Library, 211 W. First St. Details: 533-7600 and www.mancoslibrary.org/teen-news-and-events.
Second Saturday
Geeks and Gamers, 2-5 p.m., Mancos Public Library, 211 W. First St. Ages 17 and older.
Second Tuesday
Free legal clinic for parties who have no attorney, 2-3 p.m., Mancos Public Library, 211 W. First St. Walk-ins welcome. First come, first served. Details: www.checkerboard.co.
Third Friday
Teen Game Night, 7-10 p.m., Mancos Public Library, 211 W. First St.
Every Tuesday
Storytime, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Mancos Public Library, 211 W. First St. Bilingual, seasonal story time for ages birth through 6 years.
Knit or crochet, 6-7 p.m., Mancos Public Library, 211 W. First St. Teens and adults. Free. Bring supplies. Register: mancoslibrary.org; 533-7600, ext. 206; or kgraf@mancoslibrary.org.
Every Wednesday
After-school program for grades 1-5, 4:15-5:15 p.m., Mancos Public Library, 211 W. First St. Art, science, stories, living skills. Details: 533-7600.
Every Friday
Science Fridays, 10-11 a.m. kindergarten to grade 3, 11 a.m.-noon grades 4-5, Mancos Public Library, 211 W. First St.
Outdoor Adventures, 1-3 p.m., Mancos Public Library, 211 W. First St.
Farmington
Friday, March 20
Hyprov with Colin Mochrie, 7:30 p.m., Farmington Civic Center, 200 W. Arrington St. $20-$28.
Tuesday, March 24
Celtic Angels, 7:30 p.m., Farmington Civic Center, 200 W. Arrington St. $20-$28.
Durango
Saturday, March 14
Painting with acrylics by Mike Scieszka, 9 a.m., Durango Arts Center, 802 East Second Ave. $127 members, $137 non-members.
Tuesday, March 17
Tenant Rights Clinic, 5:15 p.m., Durango Public Library, 1900 East Third Ave. Free.