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Cortez
Aug. 4 – Aug. 20
The Cortez Public Library’s Storytime program, every Thursday at 10:30 a.m. at 202 N. Park St.; every Saturday at 9:30 a.m., at the Cortez Farmers Market (Main and Elm streets); and the First Tuesday Market on Aug. 2, at 5:30 p.m. in City Park. The schedule: Uber Goober Sandwiches, Aug. 4 and Aug. 6; Healthy Eats, Aug. 11 and Aug. 13; Bounce & Roll, Aug. 18 and Aug. 20; My Body Works Out! Aug. 25 and Aug. 27. Details: 970-565-8117.
Saturday, Aug. 13
The League of Women Voters of Montezuma County meet, 9 a.m. at the Ponderosa Restaurant in Dolores. AXIS Health Systems CEO Bern Heath will discuss the benefits of integrated health care and the expansion of the agency in Southwest Colorado.
SW Colorado Livestock Association and SW Cowbelles barbecue and dance, at the Lewis-Arriola Community Center. The barbecue starts at 6:30 p.m.; the dance, with The Vanishing Breed, at 8 p.m. Tickets: $10 each; children 17 and under free. Details: 565-1972.
The Pleasant View Reunion, 10 a.m. at the Pleasant View School. Locals will provide a potluck lunch beginning at 12:30 p.m. Bring old pictures and stories to share. A silent auction will help cover reunion expenses; bring items you’d would like to donate. Details: Susan Kimmi at 970-560-0182.
Sunday, Aug. 14
“The Bully” will be shown by the Four Corners Safe Space Coalition, at 4 p.m. at St. Barnabas Church on the corner of North and Elm. This is a film for anyone who is concerned with bullying. Details: 565-7865.
Dolores County Jr. Rodeo Series, Dolores County Fairgrounds, Dove Creek. Check in at 8:30 a.m.; rodeo begins at 9 a.m. Details: Dolores County Jr. Rodeo on Facebook.
Wednesday, Aug. 17
Coloring books for adults, 6-7:30 p.m. at St. Barnabas Church, Corner of North and Elm. Nice colored pencils. A glass of wine. Quiet music. Time to relax. Details: 565-7865.
Thursday, Aug. 18
August get-together of local Democrats at Cliffrose, with Central Committee meeting at 6 p.m. and Pot Luck Social at 6:30 p.m. Please bring food or drink and liberal conversation to share. Extra parking inside the nursery yard to the northeast of the main parking lot.
Friday, Aug. 19
Four Corners Lecture Series, 7 p.m. in the Chapin Mesa Museum auditorium at Mesa Verde National Park. Presentation titled, “Happy Birthday National Parks Service. 100 Years of Birth & Growth of America’s Best Idea.” The presentation is free, but park entrance fee is required.
Live music with Rob Webster, 8 p.m. to midnight at Blondie’s. Requests, rock, and much more. Details: www.robwebster.com.
Saturday, Aug. 20
Free DC Rat Rod Nationalz Car Show and Swap Meet, at the old Frontier Bar and Bank parking lots on the south side of U.S. 491 in Dove Creek. Music, prizes, and food vendors. Details: DCRatRod@yahoo.com.
Live music with Charlie Milo Trio from Colorado Springs, 8 p.m. at Blondie’s. Blues, rock, folk, hip hop and more.
Sunday, Aug. 21
Cortez Cultural Center, chili cook-off and Northern New Mexican Folk Music. Cook-off 5 p.m.; Simone Sanchez and The Machine at 6 p.m. Free. Sign up for a chance to win cash prices in the chili cook-off at http//chilseasoncelebration.eventbrite.com.
“Open ... for Discussion,” a video series/discussion centered on the National Geographic Series “The Story of God” hosted by Morgan Freeman. At 7 p.m., meet at St. Barnabas Church (corner of North and Elm) to ponder where we came from and what happened at the beginning. Details: 565-7865.
Thursday, Aug. 25
Curation Tour of the Mesa Verde Visitor & Research Center, free with park admission. One-hour tour focuses on the artifacts and archives associated with Mesa Verde’s famous former residents. The tour is limited to 15 people; pre-registration is suggested. Call 970-529-5074 to register.
Friday, Aug. 26
Live music with State 38, 8 p.m. to midnight. Party rock, funky blues and more.
Sunday, Aug. 28
For Pets’ Sake Humane Society’s annual pot luck meeting, 1-3 p.m. at the large pavilion in Centennial Park near the duck pond. Please bring something yummy to share. Drinks will be provided. Discussion will include the nonprofit group’s accomplishments and plans. There will also be an election of board members. All are welcome. Details: 970-565-PETS(7387).
Saturday, Aug. 27
Live music with Hurricane Jake’s One-man Band, 9 p.m. at Blondie’s.
Monday, Aug. 29
Free Small Claims clinic for money cases under $7500, at 3:30 p.m. at 601 N. Mildred Road. No registration is required. Details: Donna at 970-565-7580.
Tuesday, Aug. 30
Live hip hop with Count Bass D, Windchill, Nieve, Proximity and more, 9 p.m. at Blondie’s. Cover charge: $5. Age: 21 plus. Details: 970-739-4944.
Saturday, Sept. 17
Four Comers Square Dancers begin lessons, 6:30 p.m. at Kemper Elementary School, then dance the first and third Saturdays of each month. Details: 565-4033, 749-9682 or 565-9836.
Monday-Friday
Free nondenominational silent meditation, in the Johnson Building at 7 p.m. at 925 Broadway, No. 184. Call (970) 560-2822.
Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday
Cortez Public Library computer and tech tutoring, 202 N. Park. Call 970-565-8117 or visit the library for an appointment.
First Monday
Cortez Emblem Club No. 261 meets, 6:30 p.m. the first Monday every month at the Cortez Elks Lodge. Details: 565-2197.
First Tuesday
American Legion Ute Mountain Post 75 meets, 7 p.m. at the Legion Hall, 320 N. Harrison St. Call 565-8151.
The Mesa Verde Back Country Horsemen meet, 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. Details: www.mesaverdehorsemen.com.
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 2 diabetes. Contact Laura White, RD, at 564-2276 for details.
First Thursday
Montezuma County Republican Central Committee meets, noon at Shiloh Steakhouse. Email Jan Gardner at montezumagop@gmail.com or call 565-2197.
Bariatric Surgery Weight Loss Support Group meets, 5-6:30 p.m. in the Kiva room at Southwest Memorial. Share ideas and exchange information. Free. Details: Laura White, 564-2276.
First Friday
Caregiver/Advocate support group for caregivers of any person with Alzheimer’s, dementia or chronic illness, noon at Vista Mesa Assisted Living, 1206 N. Mildred, Cortez. Lunch. Details: 259-0122.
The Disabled American Veterans’ monthly meeting, The Veterans Outreach Center, 7 W. First St., Cortez. Lunch at noon, meeting at 12:30 p.m. Details: 560-2793.
First and third Saturday
Four Comers Square Dancers dance the first and third Saturdays of each month, and lessons start on Sept. 17 at 6:30 p.m. at Kemper Elementary School. Details: 565-4033, 749-9682 or 565-9836.
Second Tuesday
The Ute Mountain High School Rodeo Team meets, 6 p.m. in the outdoor arena at the fairgrounds. Details: Karen, 970-560-2657.
The Cortez Beading Guild meets, 5 p.m. in the Cortez library conference room. All skill levels and talents welcome. Details: 970-529-0149.
Support group for people with disabilities meets, 2–3:30 p.m. at 2409 Empire St. Sponsored by the Southwest Center for Independence. Details: 970-570-8001 or e-mail Luanne@swilc.org.
The Montezuma County Historical Society’s board of directors meets, 11:30 a.m. at the Cortez Elks Club and includes a no-host lunch. Members and prospective members are always welcome.
The Southwest Art League meets, each month. Details and locations, 882-4770.
Second Wednesday
Montezuma County Hospital District monthly board of directors meets, 6-8 p.m. in the Kiva Room at Southwest Memorial Hospital. Public is welcome. Details: 564-2146.
Second Thursday
The Southwest Woodworkers Guild meets, 7 p.m. at various locations. Beginners and experts welcome. Details: Tom, 882-7360.
Montezuma County Republican Women meet, noon at Shiloh Steakhouse at Veach and Main streets. All are welcome. Details: Rosemarie Beall, 564-1576.
Support group for people living with Fibromyalgia, 1-2:30 p.m. at the SWCI office at 2409 E. Empire, Cortez. Details: 970-570-8001 or luanne@swilc.org.
Free estate planning seminar, 5-7 p.m., Vectra Bank Conference Room, 350 W. Montezuma Ave. Overview of estate planning issues, including wills, trusts, living wills, powers of attorney. RSVP requested at erin@fone.net. Details: 303-588-2695.
Third Tuesday
The Compassionate Friends Four Corners Chapter, for Families following the Death of a Child meets, 7 p.m. at the Hospice Building, 1345 S. Broadway, Cortez. Use kitchen entrance. Call Cherie at 565-6480 or Debbie at 565-4732.
Third Wednesday
The Cortez Area Chamber of Commerce Luncheon, noon at Shiloh Steakhouse. Call 565-3414.
Caregiver/advocate support group for caregivers of any person with Alzheimer’s, dementia or chronic illness at 6 p.m. at the Methodist Church, 515 N. Park St.
Third Saturday
Christian Motorcycle Association Cortez Chapter, 8 a.m. breakfast, 9 a.m. chapter meeting and 10 a.m. ride (weather permitting). At Jack & Janelle’s, 801 E. Main St. Details: Steve Reed, 970-565-7233. No motorcycle required.
Third Sunday
The Cortez Fire Protection District’s CPR and First-aid certification classes, 9 a.m., Station 1, 30 N. Ash St. Courses are six to eight hours and include CPR/AED, CPR/AED and first-aid, Healthcare Provider CPR. Minimum class size is four. Register: 565-3157.
Fourth Tuesday
4 Corners Republican Women’s Club meets, 11:30 a.m. at the Cortez Elks Lodge. Details: 565-2197.
Fourth Saturday
The Cortez Beading Guild meets, noon in the Cortez library conference room. All skill levels and talents welcome. Details: 970-529-0149.
Fourth Sunday
KIRTAN in Cortez (Bhakti Yoga practice), 6-8 p.m., at Heart and Core Yoga Studio, 30 W. Main, Cortez. All are welcome. $10 donation suggested. Details: Jennie Nuriya 801-671-6275.
Every Monday
The Four Corners Community Band, 7-9 p.m. at the First Baptist Church in Cortez at Market and North streets. New members welcome. Details: 882-2522 or fourcornerscommunityband.com.
Every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday
One-on-one computer and tech tutoring, Cortez Public Library, 202 N. Park St. Details: 970-565-8117 or at the library.
Every Tuesday
The Cortez Public Library’s Family Entertainment Series, 2 p.m., 202 N. Park St. The schedule: On July 12, Rocky Mountain Puppets climbs Mount Healthmore. Details: 970-565-8117.
Volunteer at the Mesa Elementary School Garden, 9-11 a.m. in June and July. Montezuma School to Farm project invites families to learn gardening techniques, and take home produce. Details: Danyel Mezzanatto, cortezelementaryschoolgardens@gmail.com.
Open Mic, 7 p.m. at Blondie’s. Details: 739-4944.
Every Wednesday
Sitting in the quiet, meditation, contemplation, centering prayer, 12:15–12:45 p.m., St. Barnabas Church, 110 W. North St. Details: 565-7865.
Open House GOAL Academy, 1-4 p.m., 215 N Linden Street, Unit D. Free blended online high school for students ages 14-21. Sign up for the 2016-2017 school year or call Liz at 970-213-0923.
Karaoke at Blondie’s Trophy Room, 8 p.m. to midnight. Hosted by JR Stafford. Details: 739-4944.
Volunteer at the Kemper Elementary School Garden, 9-11 a.m. in June and July. Montezuma School to Farm project invites families to learn gardening techniques, and take home produce. Details: Danyel Mezzanatto, cortezelementaryschoolgardens@gmail.com
Every Thursday
Raising Readers Storytime, 10:30 a.m. at the Cortez Public Library, 202 N. Park St., Cortez. Older children may join us for a craft at 11:15 a.m. Strange Games on July 14 and July 16; Soup Spectacular on July 21 and July 23; Pea Pod Pandemonium on July 28 and July 30. Details: 970-565-8117.
Country music and dancing, 7-10 p.m. at the Cortez Senior Center.
Bingo at the Cortez Elks Club, 2100 N. Dolores Road. Early Bird game at 6:45, with others to follow. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. with food and beverages available. Pots vary in payoffs with 2 progressive payoff games. Special giveaways at different times.
Volunteer at the Cortez Middle School Garden, 9-11 a.m. in June and July. Montezuma School to Farm project invites families to learn gardening techniques, and take home produce. Details: Hannah Hall, mstfpamericorps3@gmail.com.
Anasazi Heritage Center Curation Tours, at 2 p.m. through October. Free, but space is limited. Contact the Heritage Center at 970-882-5600 to sign up.
Every Friday
TOPS (Take off Pounds Sensibly), meets at 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the Community Room at the Cortez Public Library. Details: 970-882-4369.
Restoration Bible Study Series, 6:30 p.m. at 1509 Colorado 145. A look into Hebrew roots and insights of the Gospel. ECBY, Tree of Life In‘Jesus, teaching, praise and worship. Details: 970-562-6311.
Every Saturday
Storytime at the Cortez Farmers Market, at 9:30 a.m., Main and Elm streets. Author Leo Lionni on Sept. 3; Scarecrows on Sept. 10; Fall Leaves on Sept. 17; Farmers Harvest Time on Sept. 24; Apples on Oct. 1. Details: 970-565-8117.
Free silent nondenominational silent meditation, 10 a.m. at The Woozledoozer, 925 S. Broadway No. 211. Call (970) 560-2822 (Pixy).
Yoga for students, Heart and Core Yoga Studio, 30 W. Main St. Class for high school students noon-1 p.m.; middle school students at 1:15-2:15 p.m. A well-rounded experience for all abilities. Parents welcome, but not required. Details: 739-0547, www.heartandcoreyoga.com.
Join Anasazi Heritage Center/Canyons of the Ancients National Monument staff for the program, “Totems, Towers, and other a-MAZE-ing coincidences,” 11 a.m. through Labor Day weekend. This program discusses similarities between European and Southwest cultures 1,000 to 2,000 years ago. Meets inside the Anasazi Heritage Center.
Every Sunday
The Unitarian Universalists meet, 10:30 a.m. upstairs in the Cortez Cultural Center, with presentations on comparative philosophies and religions. Details: 970-677-4189.
Course in Miracles meeting, 7-9 p.m., two miles north on Road 25. All are welcome. Details: Larry at 970-565-4286.
Join Anasazi Heritage Center/Canyons of the Ancients National Monument staff for the program, “Escalante Pueblo,” 11 a.m. through Labor Day weekend. This will be a guided walk on the trail to Escalante Pueblo discussing a wide variety of topics ranging from plant uses to the Chaco-style pueblo. Meets at the plaza in front of the Anasazi Heritage Center.
Dolores
Saturday, Aug. 13
The League of Women Voters of Montezuma County meet, 9 a.m. at the Ponderosa Restaurant in Dolores. Guest speaker will be AXIS Health Systems CEO Bern Heath, who will discuss the benefits of integrated health care and the expansion of the agency in southwest Colorado.
Thursday, Sept. 8
Music and storytelling program about the Civilian Conservation Corps, with Michigan-based author Bill Jamerson, 2 p.m. at the Dolores Public Library. Among the CCC’s accomplishments: construction Rocky Mountain National Park, the Colorado National Monument, Mesa Verde National Park, Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre. Free.
Saturday, Sept. 17
Dolores Public Library’s 60th Anniversary Celebration, 1-4 p.m. in the library parking lot. Free food, live music, library tours to celebrate 60 years of Dolores Public Library. Free. Details: 882-4127
First Tuesday
Dolores Mountain Quilters meeting, 10 a.m. at the Dolores Community Center, 400 Riverside Ave. The program for Aug. 2 will be time to finalize Quilt Show details. Quilt Show is Friday, Aug. 27 and Saturday, Aug. 28. There will also be a potluck luncheon. Guests and visitors are welcome. Info: doloresmountainquilters.org or 719-850-0923.
Third Thursday
Dolores secondary PTO meets, 3:45 p.m. in Mr. Thurston’s office. Email Heather Alvarez at halvarez0722@gmail.com or call Tif at 903-8752.
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.
Civil Air Patrol Mesa Verde Cadet Squadron meets, 6:30–8:30 p.m. at K9 Search & Rescue in Dolores. Details: Maj. Debrah Archer, 970-759-5669.
Volunteer at the Dolores School Garden, 9-11 a.m. in June and July. Montezuma School to Farm project invites all families to learn gardening techniques, and take home produce. Details: Contact Megan Tallmadge, megantallmadge@centurytel.net
Every Wednesday
Bible studies at Chapel on the Farm, 6 p.m. 19927 Road 26.2 Loop, Dolores. Details: 903-6153.
Dolores Public Library Storytime, at 10 a.m. throughout the year. Each Storytime will include stories, crafts, and more.
Third and fourth Thursday
K9 Search & Rescue Team meets at the Dog House, 7:30 p.m., for training. Open to the public. Volunteers are needed for response, training, and administration. No dogs needed Details: 970-882-4746.
Every Sunday
Bring a classical instrument to the Dolores Public Library, and join the Sunday Strings group. Play with local musicians of varying skill levels. Group meets Sundays at 4 p.m. in the library meeting room. Details: 882-4127 or Sheri.doloreslibrary@gmail.com
Mancos
Saturday, Aug. 13
Second annual Summer Brewfest, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. at Cottonwood Park. Gates open at 10 a.m. Musical guests include Hello Dollface, Afrobeatniks, Secondhand Strings, The Lindells and The Great Contention. Beer is provided by Mancos Brewing Co. and Riff Raff Brewing Co.; and wine by Guy Drew Vineyards. Proceeds benefit Mancos Valley Resources, Mancos Food Share and Pay It Forward Fund. Tickets: $15 in advance, $20 at the gate, teens $5, children under 5 get in free. Tickets available in Mancos at Mancos Brewing Co., Zuma Natural Foods and LivWell; in Dolores at Dolores Food Market; and in Cortez at Kokopelli Bike & Board and the Pie maker Bakery. Details: www.MancosBrewingCompany.com.
First Thursday
The Montezuma County VFW Post 5231 and Auxiliary meets, 7 p.m. at the Post home in Mancos. Will open at 5:30 for a meet-and-greet, entertainment and food provided.
First Saturday
Teen Movie Nights at the Mancos Public Library, 7–10 p.m. in the Mancos Public Library Community Meeting Room. View a movie on the library’s big screen. Details and schedule: 533-7600. Snacks provided.
Second Tuesday
The Mancos Water Conservancy District board meets, 7 p.m. at the district’s office, 42599 Road N, Mancos. Info: Gary Kennedy, 533-7325.
Second Thursday
A free legal self-help clinic, for Montezuma County parties without an attorney are 2-3:30 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. Details: 970-564-5029 from 8 a.m.–12 p.m. and 970-564-5073 from 1–5 p.m.
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.
Third Monday
The Mancos School District Re-6 Board of Education meets, 7 p.m., 395 W. Grand Ave., Room 503, Mancos. Work session at 6 p.m.; special meetings as needed.
Third Wednesday
Play video games at the Mancos Public Library, until 5 p.m.
Third Friday
Teen Nights at the Mancos Public Library, 7–10 p.m. during the school year. Games on Wii, PS4, Xbox One and snacks.
Fourth Thursday
Monthly Civil Air Patrol Senior Squadron, monthly meeting, 6:30 p.m., First Baptist Church of Mancos, 150 N. Walnut St. Call 970-759-7012.
Last Thursday
The Mancos Public Library Board of Trustees meets, 5 p.m. in the library meeting room, 211 W. First St. Info: 533-7600.
The Mancos Historical Society meets, at the Mancos Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, 470 W. Grand Ave., new time of 5 p.m.
Last Friday
Grand Summer Nights in Mancos, May 26, June 24, July 29, Aug. 26 and Sept. 23. Free carriage rides and live music during summer.
Every Tuesday
Knit or crochet at the Mancos Public Library, 6-7 p.m. Teens and adults are welcome. Free. Limited supplies of knitting materials, so bring your own if possible. Sign up at mancoslibrary.org or call 970-533-7600 ext. 206 or email kgraf@mancoslibrary.org.
Kids Storytime at the Mancos Public Library, 10:30-11:30 a.m. A bilingual, seasonal story time for ages birth through 6 years old.
Mancos School of the Wester writing workshop, with Suzanne Strazza, 6-7:30 p.m., April 12 through May 10, Mt. Lookout Grange
Every Wednesday
Yoga Flow with Lily, 9:30-11 a.m. at the Grange. Call 847-819-2039.
A free class for Spanish speakers, 10-11-30 a.m. at the Mancos Public Library. Work to improve your English skills.
“Joyful Noise” Children’s Choir starting in Mancos, 4 p.m. at St. Paul’s Church, corner of Bauer and Oak. For grades K-6, Home-schoolers welcome.
Game Daze, 3:45-5 p.m., Mancos Public Library. For kids 8–12; opportunities to play technologically innovative computer-generated games.
Volunteer at the Mancos School Garden, 9-11 a.m. in June and July. Montezuma School to Farm project invites families to learn basic gardening techniques, and take home produce. Details: Erin Bohm, erinbohm@gmail.com.
MonticelloSaturday, Aug. 20
Canyon Country Discovery Center grand opening, 10 a.m. to sunset, 1117 N. Main St. Musical guests include the R. Carlos Nakai quartet, Jenna Talbott, Ryan Barnum, Slim Pickins and Scott Ibex. Food, vendors, artisans, exhibits, bike rides, games, wagon rides and a star party in the observatory. Keynote speaker is the first Native American astronaut, Cmdr. John Herrington. Free.
Durango
Thursday, Aug. 18
2016 SCAPE Startup Showcase, 2-6:30 p.m., Fort Lewis College Ballroom 1000 Rim Drive. Details: 970-317-0880 or www.goscape.com.
Thursday-Sunday, Sept. 29-Oct.2
Durango Cowboy Poetry Gathering, the second-oldest event of its kind, at the historic Strater Hotel, 699 Main Ave. Box office for walk-in and will-call tickets open from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily during the Gathering. Details: http://www.durangocowboypoetrygathering.org