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Cortez
Saturday, March 19
Mesa Verde Aquatics Club meets, 1-2 p.m. at the Cortez Rec Center. Meet coaches and learn about the club. Followed by casual swimming. Details: Paula, 970-739-5625; Miranda, 405-308-9014; Jim, 970-759-3998.
Monday, March 21
Four Corners 912 group hosts a Q&A with City Council candidates, 7 p.m. in the Meeting/Conference Room, Baymont Inn & Suites, 2321 E. Main St. Learn more about our Constitutions.
Dolores River Anglers’ (Trout Unlimited) March general membership meeting, meet-and-greet at 6 p.m., meeting at 6:30 p.m. River guide Jack Bombardier will discuss public fishing in the Flat Tops Wilderness Area, with a digression into Tenkara fishing.
Identity thefts and scams seminar, 7-9 p.m., Church of Christ, 631 E. Montezuma Ave. Presented by Cortez Police Detective Gary Stevens. Details: 970-565-8441.
Tuesday, March 22
“How Much Selfishness Is Okay?” is 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., St. Barnabas Church, 110 W. North St., Cortez. Questions required. No answers promised. Details: 565-7865.
The Cortez Public Library sponsors an Easter drawing of stuffed animals, 3:30 p.m. at the library, 202 N. Park St. Tickets available at the front desk. Details: 970-565-8117. The library thanks Addie Dodson for her donation.
Montezuma-Cortez High School spring concert, 7 p.m., M-CHS Ralph Vavak Memorial Auditorium. Features Symphonic Winds, Concert, and Jazz bands.
Wednesday, March 23
Mesa Verde National Park presents “Heart of the World: Colorado’s National Parks,” at 7 p.m. at the Sunflower Theatre, 2 E. Main in Cortez. Free and open to the public.
Thursday, March 24
SouthWest Colorado Concerts presents its final Celebrate! Local Musicians concert, 7 p.m. at the Montezuma-Cortez High School Auditorium. Details: Contact Lindsay Havran 565-7676.
Friday, March 25
Screening of “Sick Around the World, 6 p.m. at Sunflower Theatre, 8 E. Main St., Cortez, followed by presentation on ColoradoCare Amendment 69, by T.R. Reid. Open to the public. Details: www.ColoradoCareYES.org.
Saturday, March 26
Annual Easter egg hunt in Cortez City Park, between Montezuma Avenue and Main Street at Park Street, for kids up to 10 years old. Kids can begin assembling at 9:45 a.m., and the hunt begins at 10 a.m. Plastic eggs are filled with candy or coins.
Dance to the music of Odis Sikes and Vanishing Breed, 7 p.m. at the American Legion. Ages: 21-plus. Cost: $10. Details: 565-8151.
Sunday, March 27
Sunrise Easter Service at St. Barnabas Church, 6 a.m., corner of North and Elm. Bell choir and special music. All welcome. Pot luck breakfast follows with an Easter egg hunt for kids. Details: 565-7865.
Monday, April 4
Child predator and online safeguards seminar, 7-9 p.m., Church of Christ, 631 E. Montezuma Ave. Presented by Cortez Police officer Jennifer Goodall. Details: 970-565-8441.
Wednesday, April 6
Amazing Authors Tour with Luci Tapahonso, author of “Saanii Dahataal,” 6 p.m., Cortez Public Library.
Thursday-Saturday, April 7-9
For Pets’ Sake Humane Society’s Spring Yard Sale fundraiser, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m, at the Cortez Plaza Shopping Center, 2200 block of E. Main St. Donations accepted at the building Wednesday April 6, noon-6 p.m. and Wednesday April 13, 2-5 p.m. Call for early donation times and large item pickups: 970-565-PETS/7387.
Thursday-Saturday, April 14-16
For Pets’ Sake Humane Society’s Spring Yard Sale fundraiser, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m, at the Cortez Plaza Shopping Center, 2200 block of E. Main St. Donations accepted at the building Wednesday April 13, 2-5 p.m. Call for other donation times and large item pickups: 970-565-PETS/7387.
Friday, April 15
Deadline to submit recipes for entry to the cookbook, “Great Sage Plain to Timberline Cookbook: Our Pioneer History.” Email recipes to Ann Brown at awbrown288@gmail.com or Halene West at 2labsrule@q.com or mail them to Montezuma County Historical Society, P.O. Box 218, Cortez, CO 81321. Details: June Head, 970-565-3880.
A screening of “The Champions,” about pit bulls rescued the fighting ring, at the Sunflower Theatre. Showtime at 7 p.m.; doors open at 6:15 p.m. Suggested donation: $5.
SATURDAY, APRIL 16
The Cortez Farmers Market annual meeting, 9 a.m. at the Calvin Denton Room, at Empire Electric, 801 N. Broadway. Returning and new vendors are invited to learn market rules and regulations, review budget information, fees, and the processes and dates for applying to the market. Details: theresaincortez@gmail.com.
Sunday, April 17
Deadline for applications for the 2016 Knights Memorial Scholarship, available at the Montelores Catholic Community Office, 28 E. Montezuma Ave., website www.montelorescatholic.org or through Tim O’Camb at 970-570-7384. Open high school grads of the Montelores community who plans an accredited postsecondary education.
Monday, April 18
Drugs and drug-use seminar, 7-9 p.m., Church of Christ, 631 E. Montezuma Ave. Presented by Cortez Police Detectives Tom Quinnett and Travis Peck. Details: 970-565-8441.
Friday, April 22
Swap Till You Drop, 4-8 p.m. at Love on a Hanger, 34 E. Main St. Upscale clothing swap benefits RENEW & Wings Safehouse. Drop off clothing by April 20 at Love on a Hanger. Tickets: $10 with clothing; $15 without. Details: 970-565-9075.
Saturday, April 23
For Pets’ Sake Humane Society’s Spring Low-Cost Dog & Cat Vaccination Clinic, 9 a.m. to noon at the IFA Country Store, 10501 Highway 491. A portion of each vaccine package will be donated to For Pets’ Sake. Info: 970-565-PETS(7387).
Friday-Saturday, April 29-30
The Cortez Lions Club hosts the 6W District Convention, Baymont Inn, 2321 E. Main St., and Creative Genius Destination Grill and Conference Room. Details: Irene Aldaz, 970-565-3830.
Saturday, April 30
The 22nd annual Pueblo to Pueblo Run & Bike Event, featuring a 5k run, half-marathon and 25-mile bike ride at the Cortez Cultural Center. Details: Sensa @ 565-1151 ext. 11 or sensa@cortezculturalcenter.org.
Wednesday, May 18
Amazing Authors Tour with Kevin Fedarko, published in “The Best American Travel Writing,” 6 p.m., Cortez Public Library.
Monday-Friday
Free nondenominational silent meditation, in the Johnson Building at 7 p.m. at 925 Broadway, No. 184. Call (970) 560-2822.
Mondays And Fridays
Cortez Public Library computer and tech tutoring, 202 N. Park. Call 970-565-8117 or visit the library for an appointment.
First Monday
Cortez Emblem Club No. 261 meets, 6:30 p.m. the first Monday every month at the Cortez Elks Lodge. Details: 565-2197.
First Tuesday
American Legion Ute Mountain Post 75 meets, 7 p.m. at the Legion Hall, 320 N. Harrison St. Call 565-8151.
The Mesa Verde Back Country Horsemen meet, 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. Details: www.mesaverdehorsemen.com.
First Wednesday
Diabetes support group meets, 3:30–5 p.m. in the Kiva Room at Southwest Memorial Hospital. Learn to manage diabetes; share ideas. Sessions are free and open to anyone with Type 1 or 2 diabetes. Contact Laura White, RD, at 564-2276 for details.
First Thursday
Montezuma County Republican Central Committee meets, noon at Shiloh Steakhouse. Email Nicci Crowley at montezumagop@gmail.com or call 570-9372.
Bariatric Surgery Weight Loss Support Group meets, 5-6:30 p.m. in the Kiva room at Southwest Memorial. Share ideas and exchange information. Free. Details: Laura White, 564-2276.
First Friday
Caregiver/Advocate support group for caregivers of any person with Alzheimer’s, dementia or chronic illness, noon at Vista Mesa Assisted Living, 1206 N. Mildred, Cortez. Lunch. Details: 259-0122.
The Disabled American Veterans’ monthly meeting, The Veterans Outreach Center, 7 W. First St., Cortez. Lunch at noon, meeting at 12:30 p.m. Details: 560-2793.
Second Tuesday
The Ute Mountain High School Rodeo Team meets, 6 p.m. in the outdoor arena at the fairgrounds. Details: Karen, 970-560-2657.
The Cortez Beading Guild meets, 5 p.m. in the Cortez library conference room. All skill levels and talents welcome. Details: 970-529-0149.
A support group for people with disabilities meets, 2–3:30 p.m. at 2409 Empire St. Sponsored by the Southwest Center for Independence. Details: 970-570-8001 or e-mail Luanne@swilc.org.
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. History buffs welcome.
The Southwest Art League meets, each month. Details and locations, 882-4770.
Second Wednesday
Montezuma County Hospital District monthly board of directors meets, 6-8 p.m. in the Kiva Room at Southwest Memorial hospital. Public is welcome. Details: 564-2146.
Second Thursday
The Southwest Woodworkers Guild meets, 7 p.m. at various locations. Beginners and experts welcome. Details: Tom, 882-7360.
Montezuma County Republican Women meet, noon at Shiloh Steakhouse at Veach and Main streets. All are welcome. Details: Rosemarie Beall, 564-1576.
Support group for people living with Fibromyalgia, 1-2:30 p.m. at the SWCI office at 2409 E. Empire, Cortez. Details: 970-570-8001 or luanne@swilc.org.
Third Tuesday
The Compassionate Friends Four Corners Chapter, For Families following the Death of a Child meets, 7 p.m. at the Hospice Building, 1345 S. Broadway, Cortez. Use kitchen entrance. Call Cherie at 565-6480 or Debbie at 565-4732.
Third Wednesday
The Cortez Area Chamber of Commerce Luncheon, noon at Shiloh Steakhouse. Call 565-3414.
Caregiver/advocate support group for caregivers of any person with Alzheimer’s, dementia or chronic illness at 6 p.m. at the Methodist Church, 515 N. Park St.
Third Saturday
Christian Motorcycle Association Cortez Chapter, 8 a.m. breakfast, 9 a.m. chapter meeting and 10 a.m. ride (weather permitting). At Jack & Janelle’s, 801 E. Main St. Details: Steve Reed, 970-565-7233. No motorcycle required.
Third Sunday
The Cortez Fire Protection District’s CPR and First-aid certification classes, 9 a.m., Station 1, 30 N. Ash St. Courses are six to eight hours and include CPR/AED, CPR/AED and First-aid, Healthcare Provider CPR. Minimum class size is four. Register: 565-3157.
Fourth Tuesday
4 Corners Republican Women’s Club meets, 11:30 a.m. at the Cortez Elks Lodge. Details: 565-2197.
Fourth Saturday
The Cortez Beading Guild meets, noon in the Cortez library conference room. All skill levels and talents welcome. Details: 970-529-0149.
Fourth Sunday
KIRTAN in Cortez (Bhakti Yoga practice), 6-8 p.m., at Heart and Core Yoga Studio, 30 W. Main, Cortez. All are welcome. $10 donation suggested. Details: Jennie Nuriya 801-671-6275.
Last Wednesday
Bereavement Support Group, for anyone dealing with death, at 5:15 p.m. Hospice of Montezuma, 1345 S. Broadway, Cortez. Details: 565-4400.
Every Monday
The Four Corners Community Band, 7-9 p.m. at the First Baptist Church in Cortez at Market and North streets. New members welcome. Details: 882-2522 or fourcornerscommunityband.com.
Every Wednesday
Sitting in the quiet, meditation, contemplation, centering prayer, 12:15–12:45 p.m., St. Barnabas Church, 110 W. North St. Details: 565-7865.
St. Paul’s Joyful Noise Children’s Choir, meets 4-4:45 p.m. at Oak and Bauer. Traditional songs with piano, dulcimer, hand percussion, Orff instruments and some acting and dance. Free. All welcome, Ages K-5.
Open House GOAL Academy, 1-4 p.m., 215 N Linden Street, Unit D, Cortez. Free blended online High School for students ages 14-21. Sign up for the 2016-2017 school year or call Liz at 970-213-0923.
Every Thursday
Raising Readers Storytime, 10:30 a.m. at the Cortez Public Library, 202 N. Park St., Cortez. Older children may join us for a craft at 11:15 a.m. March schedule: Sneaky Snakes, March 3; Lego Adventures, March 10; Donuts Are Another Food Group, March 17; Timeless Dr. Seuss, March 24; Easter Fun, March 31. Details: 970-565-8117.
Country music and dancing, 7-10 p.m. at the Cortez Senior Center.
Bingo at the Cortez Elks Club, with progressive pot, split pot and regular pot winners. Doors open 5:30 with food and beverages; first game at 6:45 p.m. Big-screen giveaway Dec. 17, with a free ticket given each week to all paying bingo players over the age of 18
Every Friday
TOPS (Take off Pounds Sensibly), meets at 11:30 a.m. in the Community Room at the Cortez Public Library. Details: 970-882-4369.
“Bereavement & Caregiver Support Group, 1 p.m., Hospice of Montezuma. Details and location: Sunny, 565-4400.
Every Saturday
Restoration Bible Study Series, about the Hebrew roots and insights into the Gospel, at 10 a.m., ECBY, Tree of Life In’Jesus, 1509 Colorado 145, Cortez. Praise and worship, lecture, and workbook discussion. Cost: $32, including book and workbook. Details: 970-562-6311 and www.byeshua.org.
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 meet, 10:30 a.m. upstairs in the Cortez Cultural Center. The topic for March 6 will be Eckhart Tolle’s “The Power of Now.” Details: 970-677-4189.
EVERY SUNDAY
Course in Miracles meeting, 7-9 p.m., two miles north on Road 25. All are welcome. Details: Larry at 970-565-4286.
Dolores
Tuesday, March 29
The Dolores Rotary Club’s bingo night, at the Dolores Community Center, 400 Riverside Ave. A light supper, for a $5 donation, at 6:30 p.m., followed by bingo at 7 p.m. Benefits Dolores Greater Action. Details: Chris Trusler, 970-570-9425.
Thursday, March 31
“Winter Tales: Fingerpicking for Beginners,” 6:30 p.m. at the Dolores Public Library. Local guitar virtuoso Wild Billy Kneebone, of the Porchlights, hosts a guitar workshop and teaches two styles of fingerpicking. Bring an acoustic guitar. Details: DoloresLibrary.org or 882-4127.
Thursday, April 7
Registration for kindergarten for the 2016-17 school year, noon to 6 p.m. at Dolores Elementary School. Bring a birth certificate for the child, immunization records and proof of residence. Children must be 5 years old before Sept. 1, 2016.
Saturday, April 16
The Dolores Chamber of Commerce’s Spring Awards Banquet, at the Dolores Community Center. Cocktails at 6 p.m.; dinner at 7 p.m. The business and citizen of the year will be announced. Tickets $30, available March 1 at info@doloreschamber.com. The banquet helps fund scholarships for Dolores High students.
Tuesday, April 26
Bingo Night at the Dolores Community Center, with dinner at 6:30 p.m. and bingo at 7 p.m. Proceeds help support the Dolores Community Center. Details: Chris Trusler, 970-570-9425.
First Tuesday
Dolores Mountain Quilters meeting, 10 a.m. at the Dolores Community Center, 400 Riverside Ave. The program for the April 5th meeting will be a demonstration by Gail Aspromonte from Quilt-It-Yaya on the HQ Sweet Sixteen sit-down quilting lmachine. Guests and visitors are welcome. Info: doloresmountainquilters.org or 719-850-0923.
Third Thursday
Dolores secondary PTO meets, 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.
Civil Air Patrol Mesa Verde Cadet Squadron meets, 6:30–8:30 p.m. at K9 Search & Rescue in Dolores. Details: Maj. 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.
Dolores Public Library Storytime, at 10 a.m. throughout the year. Each Storytime will include stories, crafts, and more.
Mancos
Thursday, march 17
The Mancos Public Library presents screening of “Suffragette,” at 6 p.m. at the Mancos Public Library. Details: 970-533-7600 or www.mancoslibrary.org
Saturday, March 19
The League of Women Voters of Montezuma County hold the annual “Legislative LowDown” program, at 1 p.m., at the Mancos Public Library. State Sen. Ellen Roberts and Rep. Don Coram will be in the county for the Ag Expo and will take time to discuss the major issues.
Saturday-Sunday, March 19-20
Women’s Beginning Blacksmith Class, at Mancos School of the West. Learn the three foundational blacksmithing techniques, joinery and finishes. Details: Steve Williams at cowboyforge@gmail.com.
Saturday, April 16
The Mancos Valley Lions sponsored 9 Health Fair, 7-11:30 a.m. at the Mancos Middle School. Various screenings will be available. Details and volunteers: 970-533-7180.
Sunday, May 8
Pictorial Copper Enameling with Jim and Dian Law, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Mt. Lookout Grange. Create a picture with a copper enamel process at the Mancos School of the West.
First Thursday
The Montezuma County VFW Post 5231 and Auxiliary meets, 7 p.m. at the Post home in Mancos. Will open at 5:30 for a neet-and-greet, entertainment and food provided.
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. Details and schedule: 533-7600. Snacks provided.
Second Tuesday
The Mancos Water Conservancy District board meets, 7 p.m. at the district’s office, 42599 Road N, Mancos. Info: Gary Kennedy, 533-7325.
Second Thursday
A free legal self-help clinic, for Montezuma County parties without an attorney are 2-3:30 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. Details: 970-564-5029 from 8 a.m.–12 p.m. and 970-564-5073 from 1–5 p.m.
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.
Third Monday
The Mancos School District Re-6 Board of Education meets, 7 p.m., 395 W. Grand Ave., Room 503, Mancos. Work session at 6 p.m.; special meetings as needed.
Third Wednesday
Play video games at the Mancos Public Library, until 5 p.m.
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.
Fourth Thursday
Monthly Civil Air Patrol Senior Squadron, 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, 5 p.m. in the library meeting room, 211 W. First St. Info: 533-7600.
The Mancos Historical Society meets, at the Mancos Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, 470 W. Grand Ave., new time of 5 p.m.
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 or call 970-533-7600 ext. 206 or email kgraf@mancoslibrary.org.
Kids Storytime at the Mancos Public Library, 10:30-11:30 a.m. A bilingual, seasonal story time for ages birth through 6 years old.
Mancos School of the Wester writing workshop, with Suzanne Strazza, 6-7:30 p.m., April 12 through May 10, Mt. Lookout Grange
Every Wednesday
Yoga Flow with Lily, 9:30-11 a.m. at the Grange. Call 847-819-2039.
A free class for Spanish speakers, 10-11-30 a.m. at the Mancos Public Library. Work to improve your English skills.
“Joyful Noise” Children’s Choir starting in Mancos, 4 p.m. at St. Paul’s Church, corner of Bauer and Oak. For grades K-6, Homeschoolers welcome.
Game Daze, 3:45-5 p.m., Mancos Public Library. For kids 8–12; opportunities to play technologically innovative computer-generated games.
Durango
Saturday, March 26
Annual Book and Author Luncheon of the local branch of American Association of University Women, 11:15 a.m., Fort Lewis College Vallecito Room. Honors Tekla Miller, who published “Mother Rabbit.” Cost: $45; students, $20. Details: judyspolum@aol.com.
Tuesday, April 5
The La Plata County Extension Office’s food safety course, 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on April 5 at the La Plata Fairgrounds Extension Building, 2500 Main Ave. Cost: $35. Details: Wendy Rice at (970) 382-6461
Wednesday, April 6
Training for cottage food producers, 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at La Plata County Fairgrounds, 2500 Main Ave. Cost: $30. Preregister by 5 p.m., April 1. Details: Wendy Rice, 970-382-6461 or wendy.rice@co.laplata.co.us. Preregister with Angela Fountain, 970-382-6465.
Wednesday, April 13
ServSafe food training, 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the La Plata County Fairgrounds Extension Building’s Florida Room, 2500 Main Ave., Cost: $120. Exam: $35 (bring a laptop). Details: Wendy Rice at (970) 382-6461. Preregister at the Extension Office before April 7.