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Monday-Friday, June 15-19
Sky Vision Art & Music camp will be held at the Towaoc Library, 9 a.m.-4:15 p.m. Camp is free for ages 8-18. Lunch and snacks provided. Details: Chris Morales 970-946-3024; bluemesachristine99@gmail.com; Towaoc Library or first day of camp.
Tuesday, June 16
Old West Heritage Show, Tim Krebs, 7 p.m., at the Cortez Cultural Center.
Wednesday, June 17
The Southwest Colorado Green Party holds a quarterly meeting in the Cortez library at 202 N. Park St. from 6:30-8:30 p.m. All are welcome.
Native American Dancers, 7 p.m., at the Cortez Cultural Center.
D.A.R.E. offers offering a Dive-in Movie night at the Cortez Outdoor Pool at 8:30 p.m. DJ music is from 6 to 8 p.m. Bring water toys and something to float on. The movie starts at 8:30. Drawings for prizes and free giveaways. Free to grade school and middle school students. Details: 970-739-9896.
Thursday, June 18
Cortez Public Library presents three nominees from Southwest Colorado for the 2015 Colorado Book Awards at 6:30 p.m. at the library, 202 N. Park St. Chuck Greaves ("The Last Heir"), Kristina Blair ("The Wild Wisdom of Weeds") Andrew Gulliford ("Outdoors in the Southwest"). Details: 970-565-8117.
The Mancos Farmers Market's opening day, 4-7 p.m.
Montezuma County Relay for Life is offering a free Survivor and Caregiver BBQ Dinner, 6-8 p.m. at Mancos VFW. RSVP with Sandi Corbitt at guppy81323@yahoo.com or call 970-317-4780.
Old West Heritage Show, Four Corners Square Dancers, 7 p.m. at the Cortez Cultural Center.
The Mt. Lookout Grange, 680 Grand Ave., presents "Grow your Grange: Impact your Community," with Michael Martin, National Grange membership director, at 7 p.m. Desserts and refreshments will be provided.
Mancos Public Library will host a real-time video conference at 6:30 p.m. with Dan Schultz, author of "Dead Run: The Murder of a Lawman and the Greatest Manhunt of the Modern American West." The video conference is open to the public. Time will be allotted for questions and answers with the author. Details: www.mancoslibrary.org or 970-533-7600.
Alpine Bank & Your Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College present Concert Hall @ The Park, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Free live music at Buckley Park (between 12th and 13th Streets off Main Avenue). Bring your picnic, lawn chairs and the family. Fired Up Pizzeria will have food for sale.
Friday, June 19
Experience community at the Heartwood Cohousing Community Potluck, 6:30 p.m. Details: Heartwood Cohousing Facebook page.
Goodnight Trail Gallery art opening and reception for the addition of the Kilgore American Indian Collection, 5-7 p.m., 100 Grand Ave., Mancos. Details: 970-533-1177 and www.goodnighttrailgallery.com.
Saturday, June 20
Southwest Colorado Canyons Alliance presents Ray Williamson at 8:30 p.m., at the Hawkins Preserve in Cortez. Williamson will present a night sky presentation Building a Calendar from Watching the Skies, a Non-technological Approach in which he will discuss the crucial role of skywatching for survival of ancient people on the landscape. Info: www.swcocanyons.org.
NHS Car Wash, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., in the parking lot of Mancos Valley Bank, to raise money for the Independence Day fireworks. Need your car washed for Father's Day? The NHS will do it for you.
Pig roast on the beach with live music by "Fried Baloney," fabulous rock and blues review, at the Riverfront Bar and Grill in Dolores. Music starts at 2 p.m. Details: 970-560-2591.
Sunday, June 21
"Wildflowers and Views" walk in Mesa Verde National Park on The Knife Edge Trail on June 21. Free and open to everyone. The leaders are Helen and Wade Newman. Info and reservations: Wade or Helen at 564-5837. Sponsored by the San Juan/Four Corners Native Plant Society: www.swcoloradowildflowers.com.
Heart and Core Yoga Studio presents the film "Awake" at 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. at the Mancos Public Library. Donations accepted. Details: Karen Mischke, (970) 560-1396.
Monday, June 22
Native American Dancers, 7 p.m., at the Cortez Cultural Center.
Monday-Thursday, June 22-25
Summer volleyball camp, sponsored by M-CHS, for girls and boys entering fourth-through eighth grades, 9 a.m. to noon. At Cortez Middle School (enter through auxiliary gym door, east parking lot. Cost $80 per player; make checks payable to M-CHS. Register first day of camp.
Tuesday, June 23
Old West Heritage Show, Ellis Miller, 7 p.m. at the Cortez Cultural Center.
CDOT and the Town of Mancos' Highway 160 Corridor public input session No. 2, 6-8 p.m. at Mancos Community Center, 130 Grand Ave. How can we make this important corridor more attractive to residents, commuters and visitors, more accessible for motorists, businesses and citizens and more friendly to bikes and pedestrians?
Tuesday-Wednesday, June 23-24
"Restoring & Celebrating Family Wellness 9th Annual Youth Conference - Ádáhodílzin, Reverence for Self" at Shiprock Youth Complex, in Shiprock, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Workshops on school, work, careers, culture, leadership, and wellness. Info: Wetona (505) 368-1125, Shirley (505) 215-0814, Randy (505) 368-7478, or Nicholas (505) 368-1104.
Wednesday, June 24
Southwest Colorado Canyons Alliance presents Sharon Edgar Greenhill at 7 p.m., at the Sunflower Theatre, 8 E. Main St., in Cortez. Greenhill will present the award-winning documentary "Agave is Life," which chronicles the 10,000 year-old story of mankind's symbiotic relationship with the agave plant. Info: www.swcocanyons.org.
Native American Dancers, 7 p.m., at the Cortez Cultural Center.
Durango Massive Productions present The Nth Power & Durango Funk Allstars, 8:30 p.m., The Animas City Theatre. Tickets $12/$15 at Southwest Sound & www.durangomassive.com. For ages 18-plus.
Thursday, June 25
Learn about Southwest Colorado Community College's Medical Assistant program at 11 a.m. at the West Campus, 33057 U.S. 160, between Mancos and Cortez. This session explains how you can become a Medical Assistant in three semesters. Details: 970-564-6212, 970-564-6200 or EnrollSouthwest.org.
Saturday, June 27
Independence Run, a 5k for Fireworks, at 8 a.m., Mancos Community Center. Race-day registration 6:30-7:30 a.m. Cost: $10 for early registration; $15 on race day. Prizes for top 3 finishers and place and winner of the patriotic outfit contest. Benefits Mancos Community Fireworks Fund. Bracelets or headbands for the first 96 entrants. Details: Kaylee Rose at (970)-799-3036 or kayleeroser@gmail.com. Pick up registration forms at Mancos Valley Bank or email Kaylee.
Through June
Mancos Gallery Nights, every Friday until 7:30 p.m. Enjoy a meal, stroll Grand Avenue, visit the galleries. Raven House Gallery, Oilo, Artisans of Mancos, Millwood Junction Restauranrt, Goodnight Trail Gallery, Mancos Pizza Company and Chavolo's Mexican Restaurant.
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 kgraf@mancoslibrary.org.
First Thursday
Montezuma County Republican Central Committee meets at noon at Shiloh 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.
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.
The Montezuma County Historical Society Board of Directors meets at 11:30 a.m. at the Cortez Elks Club and includes a no-host lunch. Anyone interested in area history is welcome.
Second Wednesday
Montezuma County Hospital District monthly board of directors meeting in the Kiva Room at Southwest Memorial hospital from 6 to 8 p.m. The public is welcome. Information: 564-2146.
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
The Southwest Woodworkers Guild meets at 7 p.m. at various locations. Woodworkers welcome, beginner to expert. Call Rick, 533-7180.
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 Saturday
Christian Motorcycle Association - Cortez Chapter holds its 8 a.m. breakfast, 9 a.m. chapter meeting and 10 a.m. ride (weather permitting). At Jack & Janelle's, 801 E. Main St. Call chapter president Steve Reed at 970-565-7233. No motorcycle required.
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.
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.