The Dolores River Campground is serving up pizza every Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. The mouth-watering wood-fired pizzas are made by Monica Marty and Beth Peisner, of Sweetwater Gypsies Pizza, who also cater.
If you'd prefer something on the lighter side, the Dolores Farmers Market is back at Flanders Park on Wednesdays from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Tasty strawberries are in season, as are salad greens and asparagus. The vendors have everything from locally grown fruits and veggies to home-baked bread and homemade ice cream.
Speaking of produce, the Dolores Food Market recently celebrated 19 years as a family business. They have fresh fish on Thursdays and fresh bread on Fridays. Don't forget to check in on Mondays for inventory just off the truck.
And, finally, did you stock up at Dolores General Store's 21st anniversary sale? On Saturday, the store offered 21 percent off everything in the the store, with free ice cream cones.
Reaping what you sow
The Good Samaritan Center has suggested planting one extra vegetable plant this summer and donating the fresh veggies to the center. They feed an average of 480 people a month and are located at 25½ S. Elm St., in Cortez. Donations are accepted Monday through Thursday from noon to 2 p.m.
A Biblical journey
Kids ages 5-12 are invited to journey off the map with the Baptist Chapel in Dolores on 1509 N. Dolores Road during Vacation Bible School on Monday, June 15, to Thursday, June 18. The days are full of fun, music, and Bible stories. Days start at 9:30 a.m. and end at noon. For more information, call Dorthey (970) 565-7638.
Sign up for Escalante Days race
Registration for the 17th annual Escalante Days Mountain Bike Race on Aug. 8 is now open. Registration is currently $40. Courses range from expert at 35 miles, 21 miles as sport, or 13 miles as a beginner. If you're interested or know someone who is, register at Active.com or visit the Dolores Rotary Page at www.clubrunner.ca/dolores for more information.
Join San Juan Mountains Association on Thursday, June 18 for the first program in its San Juan Family Explorers series. Guides will lead a nature walk through Ponderosa forest and riparian habitats at a private Alpaca farm outside of town. You'll also visit with the farm animals at the end of the hike. Bring a sack lunch for a picnic at the end. Space is limited, so contact Gabi Morey to sign up at [email protected] or 970-759-1170.
Dust off your gear ...
The Dolores Ranger District reports that Ferris Campground, located off Forest Road 504 on the Dolores River, is now open to the public after removal of hazardous, which had delayed opening. Standing dead and diseased box elders were removed to protect the safety of visitors.
Dolores goes to the rodeo
Don't miss the carnival and rodeo events at the fairground in Cortez this weekend. The rodeo runs every night Thursday to Saturday and begins at 5:30 - 7 p.m. The parade will take place Saturday on Main Street at 1 p.m. The carnival will be in town today through Sunday.
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