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Thursday, Nov. 6
Free small claims clinic, at 5:30 p.m., Justice Building, 601 N. Mildred Road, Cortez. Info: 564-5029, 8 a.m.-noon or 564-5073, 1 p.m.-5 p.m.
Dolores Elementary Schoolarama, 5-7:30 p.m., 15-minute workshops, tours of the new building, spirit sticks, passports with family photos, dinner with music by "bees knees, and door prizes. Bring cookies or brownies for dessert.
AgrAbility Business & Financial Planning workshops, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Southwest Colorado Community College, Main Building, 33057 U.S. 160, Mancos. Includes a box lunch for those who pre-register a week before the workshop. Info: Tom Hooten (970-565-3123); Candiss Leathers (720) 539-4435; cleathers@goodwilldenver.org and Norm Dalsted: (970) 222-5657.
Friday and Saturday, Nov. 7-8
Dolores Ski and Sports Swap at the Dolores Community center. Drop-off Friday, 4-8 p.m.; gear sale on Saturday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Telluride Ski passes will be on sale. Info: 970-749-2393.
Friday, Nov. 7
Join Great Old Broads for Wilderness for the free showing of "Wrenched" at 6 p.m., at the Powerhouse Science Center, 1333 Camino del Rio, Durango. Doors open at 5:30. Produced and directed by ML Lincoln, who will be on hand for a discussion after the film.
Annual Pancake Supper, hosted by the Hospice of Montezuma, at Montezuma County Annex, 103 N. Chestnut. Serving starts at 5 p.m., ends at 7 p.m. Three raffle drawings at 6:30 p.m. for hometown gift baskets worth $1,500, $750 and $500. A supper, fun, and worthy cause. Supper tickets are $7.50 adults, $3.50 children under 12, and $20 per family. Call 565-4400.
Come Dance Tonight in downtown Cortez for a free dance lesson for couples and singles, 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Info.: ComeDanceTonight.com, call 970-739-6771.
Benefit supper for Jody Hooker, who has terminal cancer, 6-9 p.m., at Arriola Community Center, 21176 Road S, with chili, dessert, music and silent auction. Call 560-2225 or 565-0544.
Saturday, Nov. 8
The League of Women Voters of Montezuma County will meet at 9 a.m. at the Ponderosa Restaurant in Dolores. The guest speaker will be Rick Torres, who will discuss services provided to veterans in Montezuma County. The meeting is open to the public, and everyone is welcome.
The Mancos Valley Distillery,116 N. Main St., will feature Carolina Wray, Nov. 8. Doors open at 5 p.m. and music starts at 7 p.m. Tickets cost $3.
Sunday, NOv. 9
The Lighthouse Baptist Church invites all veterans and their families for a special service as we honor veterans, at 10:45 a.m. A small gift and lunch to the veterans and their families after the service. 11502 Colorado 145, Cortez. Info: 565-9302.
Tuesday, NOv. 11
Cortez Elk's Lodge No. 1789 hosts a luncheon for all veterans and active military and their spouses at 2100 N. Dolores Road, 11 a.m. - to 2 p.m.
Annual Veterans Day program, 9 a.m. at Dolores High School Aux. Gym. Sign in at 8:30 a.m. in the band hall. Refreshments will be served. Everyone is invited.
Thursday, Nov. 13
Montezuma Dolores Caregiver Forum for caregivers of elders, at the Cortez Senior Center, 107 N. Chestnut St., 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Complimentary breakfast and lunch, educational sessions, experts, Provider Fair, Health & Wellness Fair, door prizes. Free event geared to professionals and family caregivers. Must call Nita, 970-562-4626 or Sue, 970-565-4166 (No. 1) to sign up.
Taste of Native Cuisine and Culture Expo 2014, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Southern Ute Cultural Center and Museum, 503 Ouray Drive, Ignacio. A blend of Native and modern cuisine by top chefs. Ute dancers, singers, music and vendors. Cost: $12 adults, $8 ages 7-15, free for ages under 7. Tickets: Southern Ute Cultural Center and Museum in advance or at the door. Info: 970-563-9583.
Adaptive Sports Association needs volunteers to teach ski and snowboard lessons. Training is free, and volunteers earn discounted skiing at DMR. Orientations are Nov. 13 and 17: returning volunteers 6-7 p.m., new volunteers 7-8 p.m., Durango Rec Center. asadurango.com or 259-0376.
Saturday, Nov. 15
Dance to the Tim Sullivan Band, 7 p.m. at the American Legion, Cortez. Info: 565-8151.
Sunday, Nov. 16
Old-fashioned Harvest Singing, 2-4 p.m. at The Pleasant View Church of Christ. Everyone is welcome. Refreshments will be served afterward.
Wednesday, Nov. 19
Quarterly Meeting of the Southwest Colorado Green Party at 6:30 p.m., at second floor of the Wilson Bldg. 16 W. Main St., Cortez. Everyone welcome.
"What is the Evolutionary Advantage of Spirituality?" will be the topic on Wednesday at 6:30 for the next "How You Can Be Part of a Christian Community with Integrity and Not Believe All Those Things You Thought You Had to Believe" conversation held at St. Barnabas Church (corner of North and Elm). Questions required. No answers promised. Info: 565-7865.
Thursday, Nov. 20
SouthWest Colorado Concerts presents The Tony DeSare Trio at 7 p.m. in the Montezuma-Cortez High School auditorium. Tony's performances of classic/pop standards and original compositions have propelled him into the national spotlight. Info: Lindsay Havran 565-7676.
Thursday, Nov. 27
For Pets' Sake Humane Society will hold its annual Cortez Turkey Trot fundraiser, 9 a.m. Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 27, at the Parque de Vida Pavilion near the Cortez Recreation Center. The 1-mile run/walk starts at 10 a.m. regardless of the weather. The $20 entry fee includes a commemorative T-shirt. Info: 565-PETS/7387.
Through November
The annual Messiah Sing-in will be on Dec. 7. Tryouts for soloists will be Oct. 1-2 at 7 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church of Cortez at 515 N. Park. Info: Patricia Faulkner, 564-9458.
Friday, Dec. 7
Korean War veterans will be recognized on Pearl Harbor Day, 1-4 p.m. at Montezuma County Annex. Public is invited. Sponsored by VFW Post No. 5231 and Ladies Auxiliary. Reservations, 970-739-6240 or 970-560-6375 by Nov. 28.
Sunday, Dec. 14
Cortez Elks 20th Annual Christmas Craft Bazaar, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Pay for vendor space before Nov. 10 for $25; $30 after Nov. 10. Info: 970-739-0616.
MOndays and Fridays
Open riding hours at the Montezuma County Fairgrounds indoor arena have been extended until 9 p.m. on Mondays and Fridays, Oct. 20 to the end of the year. User must have a Horseman card with the fairgrounds and are encouraged to call 565-1000 before arriving to confirm open riding hours.
Cortez Public Library is offering one-on-one computer and tech tutoring. Every Monday and Friday. Please call 970-565-8117 or drop by the library to schedule an appointment. The library is at 202 N. Park in Cortez.
First Monday
Southwest Center for Independence Second Chance Brain Injury group meets at noon at 2409 E. Empire, Cortez. Call Matthew, 570-8001.
First Tuesday
American Legion Ute Mountain Post 75 meets at 7 p.m. at the Legion Hall, 320 N. Harrison St. Call 565-8151.
Dolores Mountain Quilters meets at 10 a.m. at the Dolores Community Center, 400 Riverside Ave, Dolores. Guests and visitors are welcome. Visit doloresmountainquilters.org or call Judith Swain, 970-560-4426.
The Mesa Verde Back Country Horsemen meet at the Elks Lodge in Cortez at 6:15 p.m. (except December). Buy a taco or hamburger and drink. The meeting starts at 7 p.m. Info: www.mesaverdehorsemen.com.
First Wednesday
Diabetes support group meets 3:30-5 p.m. in the Kiva Room at Southwest Memorial Hospital. Learn how to manage diabetes; share ideas with others. Sessions are free and open to anyone with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes. Contact Laura White, RD, at 564-2276 for details.
First Thursday
Montezuma County Republican Central Committee meets at noon at Shiloh's Steakhouse. Email Nicci Crowley at montezumagop@gmail.com or call 570-9372.
Bariatric Surgery Weight Loss Support Group meets at 5-6:30 p.m. in the Kiva room at Southwest Memorial Hospital. Share ideas and exchange information with others who have had weight-loss surgery. Free. Call Registered Dietitian Laura White, at 564-2276.
The Montezuma County VFW Post 5231 meets at 7 p.m. at the Post home in Mancos.
First Friday
First Friday Leadership at First National Bank in Cortez, 8-9 a.m. Free. Coffee and doughnuts at 7:45 a.m. Call Dena, 565-3414.
Caregiver/Advocate support group for caregivers of any person with Alzheimer's, dementia or any chronic illness at noon at Vista Mesa Assisted Living, 1206 N. Mildred, Cortez. Discuss options with other caregivers. Lunch provided. Info: Elaine at the Alzheimer's Assoc., 259-0122
First and Third Thursdays
Learn signs and nursery rhymes at the Mancos Public Library at 10 a.m. All ages welcome. Call 970-403-9237.
Second Thursday
The Southwest Woodworkers Guild meets at 7 p.m. at various locations. Woodworkers welcome, beginner to expert. Call Rick, 533-7180.
Montezuma County Republican Women meet at noon at Shiloh's on Veach and Main St. All are welcome. Info: Call Rosemarie Beall at 564-1576.
A free legal self-help clinic for Montezuma County parties without an attorney are 2-5 p.m. at the Mancos Public Library, 211 W. First St. Volunteer attorneys will assist one-on-one, via computer link. First-come, first-served.
Third Saturday
Christian Motorcycle Association - Cortez Chapter holds its 8 a.m. breakfast, 9 a.m. chapter meeting and 10 a.m. ride (weather permitting). At Jack & Janelle's, 801 E. Main St. Call chapter president Steve Reed at 970-565-7233. No motorcycle required.
Third Wednesday
The Cortez Area Chamber of Commerce Luncheon is noon at Shiloh Steakhouse. Call 565-3414.
Caregiver/advocate support group for caregivers of any person with Alzheimer's, dementia or any chronic illness at 6 p.m. at the Methodist Church, 515 North Park Street, Cortez. Discuss options with other caregivers.
Third Thursday
Adult Computer Classes, 1:30-3 p.m. at the Mancos Public Library, Community Meeting Room 211, W. First St., Mancos. Call 970-533-7600 to enroll. No charge.
Dolores secondary PTO meets at 3:45 p.m. in Mr. Thurston's office. Email Heather Alvarez at halvarez0722@gmail.com or call Tif at 903-8752.
Fourth Tuesday
4 Corners Republican Women's Club meets at 11:30 a.m. at the Cortez Elk's Lodge. Info: 565-2197.
Last Tuesday
Loss & Grief Support Group, 5:15 p.m. Hospice of Montezuma, 1345 S. Broadway. Drop-in discussion. Info: 565-4400.
Fourth Thursday
Monthly Civil Air Patrol Senior Squadron's monthly meeting, 6:30 p.m., First Baptist Church of Mancos, 150 N. Walnut St. Call 970-759-7012.
Every Tuesday
The Dolores Public Library answers technology/software questions about Microsoft Word, email, digital pictures, etc. Free at 2-5 p.m. Call 882-4127.
Every Wednesday
Bible studies at Chapel on the Farm, 6 p.m. 19927 Road 26.2 Loop, Dolores. 903-6153