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Monday-Friday, July 20-24
Mountain View Baptist Church of Dolores offers "Journey Off The Map" Vacation Bible School for children ages 3 years through sixth grade from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Colorado 184 and County Road 30.5. Bible stories, crafts, music, games and dinner. Details: 970-882-7521 or Pastor Scott Hartle at 970-739-4496.
Monday, July 20
The Cortez Cheerleading Squad hosts a Pee-Wee cheerleading camp through July 24 at 8-9 a.m. at the Cortez football stadium Cost: $30, including a shirt. Details: 970-799-7501.
Tuesday, July 21
The Montezuma County Historical Society hosts a free presentation about the history of the Veach family at 7 p.m. at the United Methodist Church, 515 N Park St., Cortez. The presentation focuses on Veaches in Scotland, England and Montezuma County.
Thursday, July 23
"NAGPRA+25: Where Do We Stand? Where Are We Going?" by Kathleen Fine-Dare at 7 p.m. at the Sunflower Theatre, 8 E. Main, Cortez. Part of the Four Corners Lecture Series and sponsored by the Crow Canyon Archaeological Center and the Mesa Verde Foundation.
Thursday-Friday, July 23-24
2015 M-CHS Baseball Camp for ages 7-15. Cost: $50. To register or for details, call coach Travis Greenlee at 970-749-2933.
Friday, July 24
Reverend Catfish performs blues, rock, country, and more at Blondies in Cortez, 8 p.m.
The Southwest Memorial Hospital Auxiliary holds a Christmas in July Bazaar from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. in the hospital lobby, including a 10 percent discount in the gift shop. Members plan a bake sale. All proceeds go to the hospital.
Thursday-Saturday, July 23-25
The Mancos Brewing Co. celebrates the release of their bottled beer with a sale during Mancos Days on July 23-25. Live music from Wake Up Laughing on Friday, July 24 and with The Porchlights on Saturday, July 25.
Thursday-Sunday, July 23-26
Intermountain Weavers Conference, Fort Lewis College. Free activities, including speaker Robyn Spady, 7 p.m. on July 23. Exhibits and more than 20 vendors from 8 states selling specialty yarns, looms, spinning wheels, beads, and basket making supplies. Details: www.intermountainweavers.org.
Friday, July 24
Mulebone Performs at the Sunflower Theatre, with Reverend Freakchild, at Main and Market streets in Cortez. Doors and cash bar open at 6:45. Showtimne is 7:30 p.m.. Tickets: $15, available at sunflowertheatre.org and at the door.
Friday-Saturday, July 24-25
Book Sale and Yard Sale to benefit Mancos Public Library during the Mancos Days weekend. Book sale on Friday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Donated books will be accepted at the library Monday-Thursday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and Saturday, 10 am to 3 p.m. The Yard Sale is Saturday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Donations accepted July 23 and July 24.
Mancos Days Weekend at Mancos Brewing Company features Wake Up Laughing on Friday and The Porchlights on Saturday. Music starts at 6 p.m.
Mancos Days music at the Columbine with the Vanishing Breed on Friday, and the Motones on Saturday. No cover. Shows start at 8 p.m.
Friday-Sunday, July 24-26
The 56th annual Mancos Days event will be held at Boyle Park and Grand Ave. Family Fun with games, live music and food vendors. This year a classic car show will be held on Grand Ave after the parade. For a schedule of events go to www.mancoscolorado.com.
Saturday, July 25
Fifth annual All-School Reunion Spaghetti Dinner and Silent Auction, Mancos Schools cafeteria, 5:30-7 p.m. Cost: $10 per adult; free for children 10 years and under. All proceeds support Mancos Centennial Scholarship Fund.
Monday, July 27
Habitat For Humanity of Montezuma County holds a free public information session for low-income families/households interested in becoming homeowners, 6 p.m. at St. Barnabas Episcopal Church, 110 W. North St., Cortez. Free childcare available. Details: 970-565-8312 for more information or email [email protected].
Tuesday, July 28
Participate in the Montezuma County Fair Horticulture/Agriculture/Design Show, July 30 to Aug. 1. Floral design and educational entries require pre-registration by July 28. Entries will be accepted on Wednesday, July 29 from 3-8 p.m. at the Fairgrounds Rodeo Room. Call Dayna Herrick at 570-9048; for horticultural entries, Ann Streett-Joslin at 882-8022; for vegetable entries, Karen Fuller at 769-7854.
Wednesday, July 29
The sixth annual Women's Small Business Conference is 7:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. at Fort Lewis College's student union building, 1000 Rim Drive, Durango Female entrepreneurs are invited to receive hands-on business training seminars, free one-on-one consulting, exhibitor tables with regional resources, breakout sessions, and networking opportunities. Cost: $50. Details: coloradosbdc.org/events/6th-annual-colorado-sbdc-womens-small-business-conference.
Thursday, July 30
Mancos Public Library offers a plein air painting demonstration with Mancos artist Deb Doty at 6:30 p.m. Free. Several paintings are being featured in July on the library's Art Wall through Aug. 4. Details: mancoslibrary.org or 970-533-7600.
Friday, July 31
The Mancos Valley Distillery presents Little Wilderness. Doors open at 5 p.m., and music starts at 8 p.m. Cover charge: $3.
Through July
Artists of the Southwest Art League exhibit at the Cortez Cultural Center. Reception to be announced.
Southwest Art league member Judi McDonald is a featured artist at the Cortez Cultural Center.
Become a volleyball official and make some extra money while supporting student athletes. Experience not necessary; knowledge of the game is very helpful. Call Kami Oliver, (970) 562-4506.
Applications available for the 2015-2016 class of Leadership Montezuma, a two-year, countywide course with a 20-year history of engaging, developing, and inspiring community leaders. Sessions held on the third Thursday of each month. Registration closes Aug. 1. Application and details: cortezchamber.com, [email protected] or (970) 903-0944.
Saturday, Aug. 1
For Pets' Sake Humane Society holds its annual Summer Wine Festival from 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. at Cliffrose Gardens just east of Cortez on U.S. 160. Wines, beers, appetizers, desserts, music by the Carl Johnson Trio, and a silent auction. Details: (970) 565-PETS/7387.
Monday, Aug. 3
Free Alive @ 25 class on Aug. 3 at Mancos High School for students who will be 15½ years old by Aug. 3. Once registration opens, register your student online at: https://aliveat25.us/co/course-info?course_id=9293.
Saturday, Aug. 15
First annual Mancos Brew Fest, noon to 8 p.m., Cottonwood Park.
Saturdays
The Cortez Farmers Market runs 7:30 a.m. until sellout through October in the County Courthouse parking lot at the of Main and Elm streets. Fruits and vegetables, baked goods, food and beverages, plants, crafts, story time and live music - all produced in Montezuma and Dolores counties.
First Monday
Southwest Center for Independence Second Chance Brain Injury group meets at noon at 2409 E. Empire, Cortez. Call Matthew, 570-8001.
Cortez Emblem Club No. 261 meets at 6:30 p.m. the first Monday every month at the Cortez Elks Lodge. More info: 565-2197.
First Tuesday
American Legion Ute Mountain Post 75 meets at 7 p.m. at the Legion Hall, 320 N. Harrison St. Call 565-8151.
Second and Fourth Tuesdays
Knitting Club at the Mancos Public Library. Learn to knit, 6-7 p.m. Come to any or all sessions. Free. Teens and adults welcome. Bring your own needles and yarn if possible. To sign up or for info, ?visit www.mancoslibrary.org or ?call Kathy Graf at 970-565-7600 ext. 206 or email [email protected].
First Thursday
Montezuma County Republican Central Committee meets at noon at Shiloh Steakhouse. Email Nicci Crowley at [email protected] or call 570-9372.
The Montezuma County VFW Post 5231 meets at 7 p.m. at the Post home in Mancos.
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
Montezuma County Republican Women meet at noon at Shiloh Steakhouse at Veach and Main streets. All are welcome. Info: Rosemarie Beall at 564-1576.
A free legal self-help clinic for Montezuma County parties without an attorney are 2-4 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.
Summit Ridge Women's Club seeks members to promote the organization and service club efforts of providing High School scholarships, sponsoring families in need during holiday events. The club meets once a month. For information, call Marie Chiarizia 757-395-0915.
Third Friday
Teen Nights at the Mancos Public Library, every third Friday from 7-10 p.m. during the school year. Games on Wii, PS4, Xbox One and snacks too.
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.
Dolores secondary PTO meets at 3:45 p.m. in Mr. Thurston's office. Email Heather Alvarez at [email protected] 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.
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 Thursday
The Mancos Public Library Board of Trustees meets at 5 p.m. in the library meeting room, 211 W. First St. Info: 533-7600.
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
"Joyful Noise" Children's Choir starting in Mancos. Grades K-6, Homeschoolers welcome. Tuesdays, 4-4:45 p.m. at St. Paul's Church, corner of Bauer and Oak.
Every Wednesday
Yoga Flow with Lily, 9:30-11 a.m. at the Grange. Call 847-819-2039.
