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CortezFriday, May 11
For Pets’ Sake Humane Society’s Mother’s Day Bake Sale, 3-6 p.m. at the north entrance to City Market in Cortez. Bakers can drop off their goodies starting at 2:30 p.m. Friday. Early drop-offs can be made at NetForcePC (on Main near Safeway) on Thursday, May 10, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bake, buy or donate and help local pets. Details: Janet at 970-533-4042.
“Songs of the Frontier,” a spring concert by the Southwest Singers, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church, 515 N. Park St. Choral music that evokes our frontier past. Free. Light refreshments afterward. Details: 564-1576.
Live music with Sitton Shotgun, 8 p.m. to midnight, Blondie’s Trophy Room, 45 E. Main St. Country and rock. No cover. Details: 970-739-4944.
Saturday, May 12
“Songs of the Frontier,” a spring concert by the Southwest Singers, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church, 515 N. Park St. Choral music that evokes our frontier past. Free. Light refreshments afterward. Details: 564-1576.
Beginning Birding Tour, as part of the Ute Mountain-Mesa Verde Birding Festival. Travel by van to Thomas Preserve. Become familiar with field guides and binoculars. Learn the first steps to identifying birds. Bring a sack lunch for a picnic at Denny Lake. Cost: $10. Preregister at www.utemountainmesaverdebirdingfestival.com or call the Cortez Cultural Center, 970-565-1151.
Live music with Superhex, 9:30–11:30 p.m., Blondie’s Trophy Room, 45 E. Main St. Hard rock. No cover. Details: 970-739-4944.
Monday, May 14
PTO meeting, 5:15-6:30 p.m., Cortez Middle School library. Dinner and child care provided.
QPR suicide prevention training, 3:30–5 p.m. in the Conference Room of Cortez Integrated Healthcare, 691 E. Empire St. Registration is required, and space is limited. Register at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HYLS8KH, or call Emily Galanto at [email protected], 970-749-3673.
Tuesday, May 15
“How Can We Repair Our Torn Social Fabric in This Era of Hyper-Partisanship,” will be the topic at the “How You Can Be Part of a Christian Community with Integrity and Not Believe All Those Things You Thought You Had to Believe,” 6:30 p.m., at St. Barnabas Church – 110 W. North St., Cortez. Questions required. No answers promised. Details: 970-565-7865.
Wednesday, May 16
Making Science Fun, Oral Health for Kids with Kari Plante, 11 a.m., Cortez Public Library, 202 N. Park St. Free. Details: 970-565-8117.
One Colorado Safe Schools Webinar, on the experiences of LGBTQ+ students in schools and the laws, policies and practices that can improve their safety and inclusion, 4-5:15 p.m. at St. Barnabas (corner of North and Elm). Details: 970-565-7865.
Community Service Day Special, with tooth extraction, X-ray and anesthetic for $45 at Cortez Dental, Howard H. Pack, DMD, 43 W. Montezuma Ave. Appointments and details: 970-565-9569.
Thursday, May 17
For Pets’ Sake Humane Society’s monthly board meeting, 6:30 p.m. at the Cortez Public Library, 202 N. Park St. Discussion will include the group’s finances, pet assistance programs, fundraising efforts and upcoming Membership Drive. All are welcome. Details: 970-565-PETS/7387.
Author, singer and songwriter Melanie Milburn reads her book “Time Out Chair Blues,” at the Cortez Public Library’s preschool Storytime, 10:30 a.m., 202 N. Park St. Copies of her book for sale. Details: 970-565-8117.
Friday, May 18
Live music with Rob Webster, 7–11 p.m., Blondie’s Trophy Room, 45 E. Main St. Rock music of all varieties and requests. Details: www.robwebstermusic.com.
Saturday, May 19
Annual Dairy Goat Information Day, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 20198 County Road P, presented by the Four Corners Dairy Goat Breeders. Advice and demonstrations about raising and caring for dairy goats. Some animals and equipment may be for sale. Details: Jeanette at 970-565-9065.
Free sidewalk tours of downtown Cortez, as part of Cortez Historic Preservation Day, 10:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. starting at the Cortez Cultural Center, 25 N. Market St. HerStory will present “I Remember,” a retrospective of local pioneer women, at 7 p.m. at the Cultural Center. Sign up for tours at the Cultural Center or call 970-565-1151.
Colorado Public Lands Day cleanup, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., McPhee Reservoir marina. Take a daypack with water and snacks, and wear long pants, sturdy shoes and gloves. Students are welcome. Leave pets at home. SJMA will provide a light lunch. Details: 970-385-1310 or email [email protected].
Cortez City Cleanup Day, 9 a.m., Parque de Vida pavilion. Volunteers wanted. Gloves, hat, bags, barbecue lunch provided. RSVP by May 12 at the Colorado Welcome Center at Main Street and Mildred Road or at the Cortez Rec Center or by emailing [email protected]. Details: Sandra Crow, 970-565-4048.
Wildflower walk at Hawkins Preserve, 9 a.m., 1490 S. Cedar St., to raise funds for the Cortez Cultural Center. Cost: $10 for nonmembers and $5 for members. Children under 12 years old must be accompanied by an adult. Details and reservations: 970-565-1511 or https://cortezculturalcenter.org.
Teri Helm and Midge Kirk present HerStory, “I Remember,” a retrospective of pioneer women from the area, at 7 p.m. at the Cortez Cultural Center, 25 N. Market St. Cost: $12 members $15 general. Details: Midge Kirk 970-560-2284, [email protected], herstory-online.com
Sunday, May 20
An evening of classical music by local performers, 5 p.m., First United Methodist Church, 515 N. Park St. Free. Donations will be accepted. Details: Joe Curry, 970-903-4672.
Tuesday, May 22
Educational hike in Sand Canyon, Canyons of the Ancients National Monument, 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Three miles. Registration required at [email protected] or 970-759-1170. Suggested donation: $10.
Friday, May 25
Karaoke and dance music with Mr. Soul, 8 p.m. to midnight, Blondie’s Trophy Room, 45 E. Main St. No cover. All ages welcome until 10 p.m. Details: www.mrsoulentertainment.com.
Saturday, June 2
Live music with Beth Lee & The Breakups, of Austin, 8 p.m., Blondie’s Trophy Room, 45 E. Main St. No cover. Details: 970-739-4944 and www.betlee.net.
Wednesday, July 4
Cortez Burst Triathlon, 7 a.m., at the municipal pool. Adult, Youth and kids races available. Register at corteztriathlon.com.
Monday-Friday
Free nondenominational silent meditation, in the Johnson Building, 7 p.m., 925 Broadway, No. 184. Call 970-560-2822.
Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday
Cortez Public Library computer and tech tutoring, 202 N. Park St. Call 970-565-8117 or visit the library for an appointment.
First and Third Wednesday
Be surrounded by the sense of Mystery during Evensong, contemplative, candlelit, chanted evening meditation, 7 p.m., St. Barnabas Church, 110 W. North St. Details: 970-565-7865.
First and Third Saturday
Four Corners Square Dancers dance, 6:30 p.m., Kemper Elementary School. Details: 970-739-3385, 970-749-9682, 970-565-9836.
Second Tuesday
The Ute Mountain High School Rodeo Team meets, 6 p.m., outdoor arena at the Montezuma County Fairgrounds. Details: Karen, 970-560-2657.
The Montezuma County Historical Society’s no-host luncheon, 11:30 a.m. The public is invited to attend. Call Ann Wilson Brown at 565-2747 for the meeting place.
Second and Fourth Tuesday
Mayor’s office hours, 12:30-1:30 p.m., Mesa Verde Room at Cortez City Hall, 123 Roger Smith Ave.
Second Wednesday
Montezuma County Hospital District monthly board of directors meets, 6-8 p.m. Kiva Room at Southwest Memorial Hospital. Public is welcome. Details: 970-564-2146.
Second Thursday
The Southwest Woodworkers Guild meets, 7 p.m. at various locations. Beginners and experts welcome. Details: Tom, 970-882-7360.
Montezuma County Republican Women meet, noon at Shiloh Steakhouse at Veach and Main streets. All are welcome. Details: Rosemarie Beall, 970-564-1576.
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 at [email protected]. Details: 303-588-2695.
Free Supermarket Tours, noon to 1 p.m. A dietitian from Southwest Health System conducts a free supermarket tour to help explain food labels, healthy choices, food budgets. Space is limited. Call 970-564-2275 for the store location and to register.
Fourth Tuesday
The 4 Corners Republican Women’s Club meets, 11:30 a.m. for lunch and social at the Shiloh Steakhouse. Meeting begins at noon. Details: Visit the club’s Facebook page, @4CornersRW, or call Jan at 970-560-2197.
Last Tuesday
Free Family Law Post-order clinic, 4-7 p.m., Cortez Public Library, 202 N. Park St. One-on-one consulting on how to change or restrict parenting time, change or collect child support, relocate with children. Email [email protected] or call 800-521-6968.
Fourth Saturday
The Cortez Beading Guild meets, noon in the Cortez Public Library conference room, 202 N. Park St. All skill levels and talents welcome. Details: 970-529-0149.
Every Monday
Embrace Grace, a free support group for pregnant women of all ages, 6:30 p.m. at Community of Believers Church, 23826 County Road G. Details: Debbie at 970-739-2344 or email [email protected] or Zandra at 970-764-0920 or email [email protected].
Trivia, 7 p.m. at Blondie’s, 45 E. Main St.
Four Corners Community Band practice, 6:30-8:30 p.m. at First Baptist Church, Market and North streets. Musicians who play at least at the high school level are welcome. Email [email protected] or visit “Four Corners Community Band” on Facebook. The band is supported in part by Onward! A Legacy Foundation and by the city of Cortez.
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 Mesa Verde Cadet Squadron of the Civil Air Patrol meets, 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the American Legion building, 420 N. Harrison St.
The Cortez Public Library’s Family Entertainment Series, 2 p.m., 202 N. Park St. Details: 970-565-8117.
Open Mic, 7 p.m. at Blondie’s. Details: 739-4944.
Bridge players needed, 1:30 p.m., Montezuma Valley Presbyterian Church, 305 S. Washington St. Everyone is invited, entry level and up. Mentors welcome. Details: 970-565-6088 or 565-7024.
Every Tuesday and Thursday
Master’s Swimming Group with Mesa Verde Aquatics Club, 6-7:30 a.m. Swim with coach Kevin Ketterer at the Cortez Rec Center. All levels welcome. Entry fee at rec center and $35 a month to MVAC.
Tai chi class, 10:30-11:45 a.m., Cortez Rec Center, 425 Roger Smith Ave. Exercise for strength and health. Cost: $4. Details: instructor Donna Hicks, 970-564-4080 or 435-705-3412, [email protected].
Every Wednesday
Sitting in the quiet, meditation, contemplation, centering prayer, 12:15–12:45 p.m., St. Barnabas Church, 110 W. North St. Details: 970-565-7865.
Karaoke at Blondie’s Trophy Room, 8 p.m. to midnight. Details: 970-739-4944.
Every Thursday
Raising Readers Storytime, 10:30 a.m. Thursday at the Cortez Public Library, 202 N. Park St. Older children may join for a craft at 11:15 a.m. Topics for May: Mother’s Day, May 10; Time Out Chair Blues with singer-songwriter Melanie Milburn, May 17; Pets, May 24; Turtle & Tortoise, May 31. Details: 970-565-8117.
Bingo at the Cortez Elks Club, 2100 N. Dolores Road. Early bird game at 6:45 p.m., with others to follow. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Food and beverages available. Pots vary in payoffs with two progressive payoff games. Special giveaways at different times.
The Montezuma County Senior Center senior dance, 7-9 p.m., 107 N. Chestnut St. Details: Nita Warner, 970-565-9855.
Overeaters Anonymous weekly meetings, 8 p.m. at the Cortez Dental office, 43 W. Montezuma Ave., at Montezuma Avenue and Chestnut Street. Details: 970-799-2183.
Every Friday
TOPS (Take off Pounds Sensibly), 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the Community Room at the Cortez Public Library, 202 N. Park St. Details: 970-882-4369.
Genesis Study utilizing Chuck Misler’s Genesis Commentary, 6:30 p.m. at Tree of Life In’Jesus, 1509 Colorado Highway 145. Ongoing discussion, praise and worship after. Workbook and notes are optional. Details: 970-562-6311.
Celebrate Recovery, a Christ-centered, 12-step program at Rock Springs Church campus, U.S. Highway 160, 2 miles east of the Montezuma County Fairgrounds. CR Café at 6-7 p.m., large learning group, 7-8 p.m., open share 8-9 p.m. Child care is provided.
Every Saturday
Free silent nondenominational silent meditation, 10 a.m. at The Woozledoozer, 925 S. Broadway, No. 211. Call 970-560-2822 (Pixy).
Every Sunday
The Unitarian Universalists, 10:30 a.m. upstairs in the Cortez Cultural Center, 25 N. Market St., with presentations on comparative philosophies and religions. Details: 970-677-4189.
Course in Miracles meeting, 7-9 p.m., 2 miles north on Road 25. All are welcome. Details: Larry, 970-565-4286.
DoloresSaturday, May 12
The League of Women Voters of Montezuma County meets, 8:45 a.m. at the Ponderosa Restaurant. The speaker will be JoDee Powers of the Montezuma Community Economic Development Association. She will discuss economic development in Montezuma County. Open to the public.
Saturday, May 26
Craft festival, noon to 5 p.m., West View RV Resort, 12092 Colorado Highway 145. Nineteen booths and a variety of goods. Food, drinks and live music, noon to 4 p.m. Details: www.westviewrvresort.com.
Saturday, Sept. 1
Four Corners Lecture Series “Space Flight: The Ultimate Camping Trip,” with astronaut Rick Hieb, 7 p.m., Canyons of the Ancients National Monument Visitor Center and Museum, 27501 Colorado Highway 184. Travel virtually with 3-time space shuttle astronaut as he shares his experiences in space. Free. Details: 970-882-5635.
Thursday, Oct. 1
Four Corners Lecture Series “Traditional Cultural Properties and the Hopi Model of Cultural Preservation,” with Stewart Koyiyumptewa, 7 p.m., Canyons of the Ancients National Monument Visitor Center and Museum, 27501 Colorado Highway 184. A presentation on projects at the Hopi Tribe’s Cultural Preservation Office. Free. Details: 970-882-5635.
First Tuesday
Dolores Mountain Quilters meet, 10 a.m., Dolores Community Center, 400 Riverside Ave. Guests and visitors are welcome. Details: http://www.doloresmountainquilters.org or Judy Bryan at 970-739-9994.
Third Thursday
Dolores secondary PTO meets, 3:45 p.m., Mr. Thurston’s office. Email Heather Alvarez at [email protected] or call Tif at 903-8752.
Third and Fourth Thursday
K9 Search & Rescue Team meets at the Dog House, 7:30 p.m., for training. Open to the public. Volunteers needed for response, training, administration. No dogs needed. Details: 970-882-4746.
Third Saturday
Christian Motorcycle Association Cortez Chapter, 8 a.m. breakfast, 9 a.m. chapter meeting and 10 a.m. ride, weather permitting. At Montezuma Mexican Restaurant, 18396 Colorado Highway 145. Details: Steve Reed, 970-565-7233. No motorcycle required.
Every Tuesday
Bright Babies, at 10 a.m., Dolores Public Library, 1002 Railroad Ave. Infants and their caregivers are invited to a 30-minute program with stories, sensory play and signs. Details: 882-4127 or DoloresLibrary.org.
Technology/software help with Microsoft Word, email, digital pictures, etc. Free at 2-5 p.m., Dolores Public Library, 1002 Railroad Ave. Details: 970-882-4127.
Civil Air Patrol Mesa Verde Cadet Squadron meets, 6:30–8:30 p.m., at K9 Search and Rescue in Dolores. Details: Debrah Archer, 970-759-5669.
Every Wednesday
Bible studies at Chapel on the Farm, 6 p.m. 19927 Road 26.2 Loop, Dolores. Details: 903-6153.
Storytime program, 10-10:30 a.m., at Dolores Public Library, 1002 Railroad Ave. A half-hour of storytelling, interactive songs, snack and a fun theme-based activity for preschoolers and their caregivers. Details: 970-882-4127.
Every Thursday
Tutorial Thursday, 2 p.m. at Dolores Public Library, 1002 Railroad Ave. Learn a new tech skill every Thursday with other beginners. Details: 970-882-4127.
The Big Picture Tour, 11 a.m., May 3-Oct. 11, Canyons of the Ancients National Monument Visitor Center and Museum, 27501 Colorado Highway 184. About 30-45 minutes long and encompassing the high points of the Canyons of the main gallery. Free with $3/person (for ages 18 & up) admission to museum. America the Beautiful National Park & Public Lands passes accepted. Details: 970-882-5635.
Behind the Scenes Curation Tour, 2 p.m., through Oct. 25, Canyons of the Ancients National Monument Visitor Center and Museum, 27501 Colorado Highway 184. Ages 10 and up. Reservations encouraged. Arrive 10 minutes early. Free with $3/person museum admission. America the Beautiful National Park & Public Lands passes accepted. Details and reservations: 970-882-5600.
Every Friday
Preschool Storytime, Preschool children and caregivers are invited to storytime, 10 a.m. in the Dolores Public Library meeting room, 1002 Railroad Ave. Details: DoloresLibrary.org or 970-882-4127.
Every Saturday
Totems, Towers, and Other a-MAZE-ing Coincidences, 11 a.m., June 2 - Sept. 1, Canyons of the Ancients National Monument Visitor Center and Museum, 27501 Colorado Highway 184. Explore the similarities between European and Southwestern cultures 1,000-2,000 years ago. Free with $3/person, (ages 18 and up) museum admission. America the Beautiful National Parks & Public Lands passes accepted. Details: 970-882-5635.
Every Sunday
Ask a Ranger, 11 a.m., June 3 - Aug. 26, Canyons of the Ancients National Monument Visitor Center and Museum, 27501 Colorado Highway 184. Learn about Ancestral Puebloan weaving, culture, language, Canyons of the Ancients National Monument wildlife, astronomy and more. Topics change weekly. Free with $3/person (ages 18 and up) museum admission. America the Beautiful National Parks & Public Lands passes accepted. Details: 970-882-5635.
Dove CreekMonday, May 14
QPR suicide prevention training, 5:30–7 p.m. in the Stud Room of the ROCK Building in Dove Creek and 3:30–5 p.m. Registration is required, and space is limited. Register at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HYLS8KH, or call Emily Galanto at [email protected], 970-749-3673.
MancosFriday, May 11
The Mancos Valley Chorus spring concert, “Earth, Wind & Fire,” 7 p.m. at the Mancos United Methodist Church. Free. Limited seating.
Sunday, May 20
The Mancos Bloom fundraiser, 3-7 p.m. at the Mount Lookout Grange, 680 Grand Ave. Family-friendly event features local food including burgers, brats, salad and kraut; local drinks from the Mancos Brewing Co., Dolores River Brewery and Fenceline cider, and wine. Local music from The String Theory and Kevin Frazier and Hurricane Jake. Activities such as yard games, kids’ art, crafts and a May pole dance. Details: [email protected].
First Thursday
The Montezuma County VFW Post 5231 and Auxiliary meets, 7 p.m., 136 Grand Ave. Information: Cmdr. Rick Rohsner, 970-560-3655; Auxiliary President Beverly Humiston-Scott, 970-759-1332. The VFW meets at the Cortez Cultural Center, 25 N. Market St.
The Mancos Public Library Board of Trustees meeting, 5 p.m. in the library meeting room, 211 W. First St. Details: 533-7600.
First Thursday
Mancos Valley Chamber of Commerce Meeting, 4 p.m. at Mancos Valley Visitor Center, 101 E Bauer Ave. Public welcome. Details: 970-533-7434.
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. Snacks provided. Details and schedule: 970-533-7600.
Fourth Thursday
Monthly Civil Air Patrol Senior Squadron, monthly meeting, at 6:30 p.m., First Baptist Church of Mancos, 150 N. Walnut St. Call 970-759-7012.
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; 970-533-7600, ext. 206; or email [email protected].
Every Wednesday
Game Daze, 3:45-5 p.m., Mancos Public Library. For kids 8-12; opportunities to play computer games.
FarmingtonThursday-Sunday, May 17-20
Durango Kennel Club AKC dog show, McGee Park, San Juan County Fairgrounds. More than 600 dogs will compete for the coveted Best in Show trophy. Agility and Obedience dogs also will compete as well as puppies. Trick dog testing available. Free admission. Details: http://www.durangokennelclub.com.
DurangoThursday, May 17
The Four Corners Back Country Horsemen’s monthly meeting, 7 p.m. at the Florida Grange on Highway 172, ½ mile south of Elmore’s Corner. Dr. Dennis O’Brien will give a presentation called Preparing the Sport Horse for Competition. Details: www.4cbch.org or contact Julie Figg, chapter president, at 970-442-0575 or [email protected].
Friday, May 18
“Equal Means Equal,” a film documenting state ratification of the Equal Rights Amendment and CEDAW, and focusing on 10 areas of discrimination, 6:30 p.m., Durango Public Library. Doors open at 6 p.m. Free; donations welcome. Details: 970-259-5845
Saturday, May 19
Old Growth Ponderosa Pine Hike, 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., up the Jones Creek Trail in the Hermosa Creek Special Management Area. Learn about the evolution of old-growth forests and fire ecology on this 3- to 4-mile moderately difficult round-trip hike. Bring lunch, water and hiking shoes. Suggested donation: $10. To sign up: email [email protected] or call 970-759-1170.
