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Thursday, Nov. 13
Montezuma Dolores Caregiver Forum for caregivers of elders, at the Cortez Senior Center, 107 N. Chestnut St., 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Complimentary breakfast and lunch, educational sessions, experts, Provider Fair, Health & Wellness Fair, door prizes. Free event geared to professionals and family caregivers. Must call Nita, 970-562-4626 or Sue, 970-565-4166 (No. 1) to sign up.
Taste of Native Cuisine and Culture Expo 2014, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Southern Ute Cultural Center and Museum, 503 Ouray Drive, Ignacio. A blend of Native and modern cuisine by top chefs. Ute dancers, singers, music and vendors. Cost: $12 adults, $8 ages 7-15, free for ages under 7. Tickets: Southern Ute Cultural Center and Museum in advance or at the door. Info: 970-563-9583.
Adaptive Sports Association needs volunteers to teach ski and snowboard lessons. Training is free, and volunteers earn discounted skiing at DMR. Orientations are Nov. 13 and 17: returning volunteers 6-7 p.m., new volunteers 7-8 p.m., Durango Rec Center. asadurango.com or 259-0376.
Friday, Nov. 14
M-CHS Theatre Groupe presents Shakespeare's Twelfth Night as a western comedy, 7 p.m. M-CHS Auditorium. Adults $8; seniors and students $ 5.
Saturday, Nov. 15
Dance to the Tim Sullivan Band, 7 p.m., American Legion, Cortez. Info: 565-8151.
Mancos Lions Club Annual Christmas Bazaar, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Lions are looking for artists and craftsmen to set up booths at the Mancos Schools cafeteria. A table top booth is $20, If interested, call Sandy Gregory at 970-533-7180.
Holiday shopping bazaar, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., First United Church of Cortez, 515 N. Park St. Ornaments, baked goods and candy, Navajo tacos and pies. Children receive candy canes.
Artisans' Holiday Gift Show and Sale, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., in the Oak Room of the Strater Hotel, 699 Main Ave., Info: Janice, 209-404-4694.
M-CHS Theatre Groupe presents Shakespeare's Twelfth Night as a western comedy. Matinee, 1 p.m.; evening, 7 p.m.. Both performances at M-CHS Auditorium. Adults $8; seniors and students $5.
Sunday, Nov. 16
Old-fashioned Harvest Singing, 2-4 p.m. at The Pleasant View Church of Christ. Everyone is welcome. Refreshments will be served afterward.
The Cortez Trap Club will hold its annual Turkey Shoot Nov. 16, starting at 10 a.m. at the Trap Club, 29002 Road H, Cortez. Lunch will be available and everyone is welcome. Bring a friend, bring the family. There is a beginner class, intermediate class and pro class. There will be turkey shoots, quail shoots, games, buddy shoots and Annie Oakleys. For more information call: Mike at 970-749-1131 or Mel at 970-560-2610.
Monday, Nov. 17
The Dolores River Angler's Trout Unlimited Chapter meets in the basement of Fiesta Mexicana (U.S. 160 and Colorado 145). Meet and greet at 6 p.m., with the meeting at 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Tuesday, Nov. 18
A bingo night, sponsored by the Dolores Chamber sponsors a bingo night at the Dolores Community Center, 400 Riverside Ave., to help the Rotary's Holiday Lighting fund. Bingo kicks off with a light supper, for a $5 donation, starting at 6:30 p.m. followed by Bingo at 7 p.m. Info: Laurel Rematore at 970-529-4642.
Wednesday, Nov. 19
Quarterly Meeting of the Southwest Colorado Green Party at 6:30 p.m., at second floor of the Wilson Bldg. 16 W. Main St., Cortez. Everyone welcome.
"What is the Evolutionary Advantage of Spirituality?" is the topic on Wednesday at 6:30 for the next "How You Can Be Part of a Christian Community with Integrity and Not Believe All Those Things You Thought You Had to Believe" conversation held at St. Barnabas Church (corner of North and Elm). Questions required. No answers promised. Info: 565-7865.
Thursday, Nov. 20
Mancos Public Library hosts a free preview of "Evolution of a Criminal," at 6 p.m., 211 West First Street, Mancos, followed by a community discussion and BBQ Sampler provided by Bubba's RealTexas BBQ.
SouthWest Colorado Concerts presents The Tony DeSare Trio at 7 p.m. in the Montezuma-Cortez High School auditorium. Tony's performances of classic/pop standards and original compositions have propelled him into the national spotlight. Info: Lindsay Havran 565-7676.
Great American Smokeout, hosted by Montezuma County Public Health Department and San Juan Coffee, 508 E. Main St., Cortez. Receive information, support and discuss a plan to quit your tobacco use.
Thursday, Nov. 27
For Pets' Sake Humane Society holds its annual Cortez Turkey Trot fundraiser, 9 a.m. Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 27, at the Parque de Vida Pavilion. The 1-mile run/walk starts at 10 a.m. The $20 entry fee includes a T-shirt. Info: 565-PETS/7387.
Thursday, Dec. 6
The 25th 4 Corners Board of Realtors Parade of Lights, 6 p.m. on Main Street, Cortez. This year's theme is "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree." Three float categories; commercial, non-profit, and other, with three prizes awarded for each of the three categories. No entry fee, but an entry form must be submitted. Entry forms will be published in the Cortez Journal, picked up at Century 21 West Slope Realty, or call Terry McCabe at 970-565-8408 ext. 115, Or email terrymc@move2swcolo.Com .
Dolores Christmas Bazaar, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m., Dolores Community Center. Door prizes. Proceeds go to the Dolores Community Center.
Friday, Dec. 7
Korean War veterans will be recognized on Pearl Harbor Day, 1-4 p.m. at Montezuma County Annex. Public is invited. Sponsored by VFW Post No. 5231 and Ladies Auxiliary. Reservations, 970-739-6240 or 970-560-6375 by Nov. 28.
Sunday, Dec. 14
Cortez Elks 20th Annual Christmas Craft Bazaar, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Pay for vendor space before Nov. 10 for $25; $30 after Nov. 10. Info: 970-739-0616.
MOndays and Fridays
Open riding hours at the Montezuma County Fairgrounds indoor arena have been extended until 9 p.m. on Mondays and Fridays, from Oct. 20 to the end of the year. User must have a Horseman card with the fairgrounds and are encouraged to call 565-1000 before arriving to confirm open riding hours.
Cortez Public Library is offering one-on-one computer and tech tutoring. Call 970-565-8117 or visit the library, 202 N. Park in Cortez, to schedule an appointment.
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 (except in January and February). Call 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.
Dolores Mountain Quilters meets at 10 a.m. at the Dolores Community Center, 400 Riverside Ave, Dolores. Guests and visitors are welcome. Visit doloresmountainquilters.org or call Judith Swain, 970-560-4426.
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.
First Thursday
Montezuma County Republican Central Committee meets at noon at Shiloh's 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
Second Thursday
Montezuma County Republican Women meet at noon at Shiloh's on Veach and Main St. All are welcome. Info: Call Rosemarie Beall at 564-1576.
Third Thursday
Dolores secondary PTO meets at 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.
Every Wednesday
Bible studies at Chapel on the Farm, 6 p.m. 19927 Road 26.2 Loop, Dolores. 903-6153