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Thursday, Feb. 5
SouthWest Colorado Concerts' annual board of directors meet at 6 p.m. in the conference room at the First United Methodist Church, 515 N. Park, Cortez. All season ticket holders are welcome.
Annual Mancos Citizen of the Year Award and Social at 6 p.m. in the Mancos Valley Visitor Center, 101 E. Bauer. This year's recipient has been selected by the Lion's Club. Info: 533-7434.
The Great Decisions group at the Mancos Public Library has its first meeting of 2015 at 3:30 p.m. in the Community Meeting Room. The group is seeking new members. Meetings will usually be on the first Thursday of each ?month from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Information: 533-7600 ext. 202 or sgans@mancoslibrary.org or www.fpa.org/great_decisions.
Sunday, Feb. 8
Mancos Pizza, in the P&D Grocery Store on U.S. 160 W. Frontage Road, hosts a fundraiser for two families. Fifty percent of pizza sales will be donated to the family of Hayden Kocourek, who needs a kidney transplant, and Gary Baker, who is has medical problems. Includes a bake sale. Info: 970 533-7932.
Buford Wayt's art displays at Grace's Kitchen, starting at 1:30 p.m. at the Episcopal Church, North and Elm Streets, in Cortez. Lee Bartley performs a solo piano concert at 2 p.m., followed by a reception. A free-will offering will benefit Grace's Kitchen.
Thursday, Feb. 12
A free legal clinic for parties who have no attorney, 2-4 p.m., on the second Thursday of each month at the Mancos Public Library, 211 W. First St. By computer link, attorneys will answer questions, help fill out forms and explain the process for civil litigation. Walk-ins welcome. First-come, first-served.
Montezuma County Democratic Party Reorganization meeting at 6 p.m., SpruceTree Espresso House, 318 E. Main. Held every two years to elect Executive Committee officers who serve two years - chairperson, vice chair, treasurer and secretary. Offices are open to any registered Democrat in Montezuma County.
Montezuma County Habitat for Humanity invites all residents to a Volunteer Recruitment Event, 6 p.m. at 1st United Method Church on Park and Empire. Light dinner, with beverages and dessert. Learn how you can help work on houses, the sales center and other volunteer possibilities. RSVP to 970-565-8312 or office@montezumahabitat.org"
Montezuma-Cortez District Spelling Bee, 6 p.m. at Cortez Middle School. Participating students check in at 5:30 p.m. Email bespinoza@cortez.k12.co.us.
The Four Corners Back Country Horsemen hold their monthly meeting at 7 p.m. at the Pine River Senior Center in Bayfield. Guests are welcome. This month's program will feature Jeff Warren, DVM. Bring your questions and "Ask the Vet." To learn more, go to: www.4cbch.org or contact Cathy Roberts, chapter president, at 970-749-0316 or cathyroberts08@gmail.com.
Friday, Feb. 13
Indie Folk-Rock Duo You Knew Me When to appear at the Mancos Valley Distillery. Doors open at 5 p.m., and music starts at 7 p.m. Cover charge: $5.
Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 14-15
Field and lab photo class by assistant state archaeologist Kevin Black at the Anasazi Heritage Center on Colorado 184 near Dolores, from 8:30 a.m. to about 5 p.m. Call or email Terry Woodrow 560-1318, or terrywoodrow@gmail.com for details.
Thursday, Feb. 19
Free Small Claims Clinic at 5:30 p.m. in the Justice Building at 601 N. Mildred Road in Cortez. Info: 564-5029, 8 a.m.-noon; 564-5073, 1-5 p.m.
?Mancos Public Library offers an advance screening of "American Denial," a film by Llewellyn Smith, Christine Herbes-Sommers, and Kelly Thomson, at 6 p.m.
Saturday, Feb. 21
SouthWest Colorado Concerts presents an evening of jazz, 7 p.m. in the M-CHS auditorium. Local flugal horn player Bob Newnam and local musicians celebrate this American form of music. Tickets available at the door: $10/adult, $5/youth; SWCC season ticket holders get in free. Call Lindsay Havran at 565-7676 or Joyce Stevenson at 565-4757.
Thursday, Feb. 26
A presentation about the book "The Wild Wisdom of Weeds" will be given at 6:30 p.m. at Mancos Public Library, 211 W. First St., Mancos. Local author Katrina Blair and Mancos artist Jaime Becktel will present a slideshow of the 13 essential plants for human survival featured in the new book. Blair will share edible treats made from the recipes included in the book. Becktel will talk about rendering the drawings for the book.
Saturday, Feb. 28
Plant and Animal Adaptations at Mesa Verde National Park, 9 a.m. to noon. Explore how animals and plants survive in winter. Ages 7 to adult. Call 970-529-4631 for reservations. Fee: $10 per vehicle.
Mondays And Fridays
Open riding hours at the Montezuma County Fairgrounds indoor arena have been extended until 9 p.m. on Mondays and Fridays. User must have a Horseman card with the fairgrounds and are encouraged to call 565-1000 before arriving to confirm open riding hours.
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.
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.
Second and Fourth Tuesdays
Knitting Club at the Mancos Public Library. Learn to knit, 6-7 p.m. Come to any or all of the sessions that you like. Free. Teens and adults welcome. Limited knitting needles and yarn are available, so bring your own if possible. To sign up or for information, ?visit www.mancoslibrary.org or ?call Kathy Graf at 970-565-7600 ext. 206 or email kgraf@mancoslibrary.org.
First Wednesday
Diabetes support group meets 3:30-5 p.m. in the Kiva Room at Southwest Memorial Hospital. Learn to manage diabetes; share ideas. 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 Steakhouse. Email Nicci Crowley at montezumagop@gmail.com or call 570-9372.
The Montezuma County VFW Post 5231 meets at 7 p.m. at the Post home in Mancos.
First Friday
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, 10 a.m. All ages welcome. Call 970-403-9237.
Second Tuesday
The Mancos Water Conservancy District board meets at 7 p.m. at the district's office, 42599 Road N, Mancos. Info: Gary Kennedy, 533-7325.
Second Sunday
The Mancos Community Dinners, each month at Mt. Lookout Grange in Mancos (680 Grand Ave). Pay-what-you-can dinner, bring a dish if you want. To help or donate, call Gretchen, 509-830-4380.
Second Thursday
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 Thursday
Adult Computer Classes, 1:30-3 p.m. at Mancos Public Library Community Meeting Room 211, W. First St., Mancos. Call 970-533-7600 to enroll. No charge.
Third Sunday
The Cortez Fire Protection District holds CPR and First-Aid certification classes at 9 a.m., Station 1, 30 N. Ash St., Cortez. Courses are six to eight hours and include CPR/AED, CPR/AED and First-Aid, Healthcare Provider CPR. Minimum class size is four students. Call 970-565-3157 to register.
Fourth Monday
The Southwest Center for Independence Potluck Lunch Group meets at noon, 2409 E. Empire St., Cortez. Call Matthew, 570-8001.
Fourth Tuesday
4 Corners Republican Women's Club meets at 11:30 a.m. at the Cortez Elk's Lodge. Info: 565-2197.
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.
Last Wednesday
Suicide Support Group, 5:15 p.m. Hospice of Montezuma, 1345 S. Broadway, Cortez. Info: 565-4400.
Every Monday
The Four Corners Community Band meets 7-9 p.m. at the First Baptist Church in Cortez at the corner of Market and North Street. New members welcome. Call Fawn at 882-2522 or visit www.fourcornerscommunityband.com.
Every Tuesday
Free medical care, Tuesday 1 - 1:30 p.m., St. Barnabas Church, 110 W. North St., Cortez. Call 565-4436 to schedule or show up. Limited primary and pediatric care.
The Mancos Public Library, 211 W. First St., continues the Little People Seasonal Storytime, at 10:30 a.m. The program follows the Mancos Re-6 schedule; runs through May. Children ages 2-6 will be taught songs, verses and stories. A craft is offered. Free. Call the library at 533-7600 or visit www.mancoslibrary.org.
Every Wednesday
Yoga Flow with Lily, 9:30-11 a.m. at the Grange. Call 847-819-2039.
Bible studies at Chapel on the Farm, 6 p.m. 19927 Road 26.2 Loop, Dolores. 903-6153
Every Thursday
Raising Readers Storytime offers songs, stories, crafts and silliness, using the Early Childhood Literacy Initiative program at the Cortez Public Library, 202 N. Park St. For preschoolers at 10:30 a.m. Older children may attend the craft at 11:15 a.m.
Free Community Dinner at 6 p.m. at the Cortez Family Worship Center Foursquare Church, 500 N. Washington. Donation appreciated. Call 565-3709.
Weekly weigh-ins available with the Waist Management Group, 4:40 to 5:30 p.m., 343 E. Main St., Suite 300, Cortez. Free. Info: Berta at 565-9515 or 739-6014 after 4:30 p.m.
Country music and dancing for residents at the Cortez Senior Center, 7-10 p.m.
Overcomers Outreach bridges the gap between 12-Step recovery groups and churches of all denominations. Christ-centered and Bible-based. Evangel Assembly of God, 209 W. 5th St., Cortez. 6:30 p.m. Call James, 303-519-7523.
Elks Bingo. New hours, beginning at 6:30 p.m., Come eat, play and visit.
Every Friday
Friendship Social Group, 1 p.m. at Beny's Diner, 640 S. Broadway, Cortez. For those looking for support with finding friends and social activities after a loss, or need a break as a caregiver. Sponsored by Hospice of Montezuma.
TOPS (Take off Pounds Sensibly) meets at 11:30 a.m. in the Community Room at the Cortez Public Library.
"Bereavement & Caregiver Support Group, 1 p.m. Hospice of Montezuma. Call Sunny for information and location. 565-4400.