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Cortez
Tuesday, July 5
Salida Circus proudly presents the “2016 Summer Circus Olympic Games,” 2 p.m. at the Cortez Public Library, 202 N. Park St. Tightrope time trials, clown contortion contests, jester gymnastics, magical mental workouts and more. Details: 970-565-8117.
Thursday, July 7
PERA retirees summer potluck, 10:30 at Denny Lake Park. Bring a dish to share and a chair or two. Drinks and picnic supplies are handled.
Saturday, July 9
Annual Navajo Taco Fundraiser, 11 a.m.–1:30 p.m., Dolores Methodist Church, 105 N. Eighth St. Adults $8, kids $5. Pies, books, crafts also for sale. Take-out orders 970-882-7780.
Sunday, July 10
“Open ... for Discussion,” a video series/discussion centered on the National Geographic Series “The Story of God” hosted by Morgan Freeman. Meet at 7 p.m. at St. Barnabas Church (North and Elm streets) to ponder questions about the end of time. Childcare will be provided. Details: 565-7865.
Monday, July 11
The Montelores Early Childhood Council’s monthly luncheon meeting, 11:45 a.m., in downstairs meeting room 110, in the Johnson Building, 925 South Broadway. The public is invited. Lunch will be provided, so RSVP to Vangi McCoy at 970-749-7017.
The documentary film “The Last Gold,” presented by the Cortez Public Library and the Sunflower Theatre. The film spotlights the 1976 women’s U.S. Olympic Team and the East German doping scandal. Show time is 7 p.m., and doors open at 6:15 p.m. Admission is a suggested donation of $5.
Monday-Friday, July 11-15
Sky Vision Camp Create, 9 a.m.-3:45 p.m. at Towaoc education building. Free for youths ages 8-15. Lunch and snacks provided. Details: Chris Morales at 970-946-3024, bluemesachristine99@gmail.com, Towaoc Education or first day of camp. Sign up early to make sure you get a T shirt.
Tuesday, july 12
Hip hop with True Justice, Equipto, Vocab Slick, Antro, and UgliBoi Odditi at Blondie’s Trophy Room, 45 E. Main, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Cover charge: $10 at the door. Details: 739-4944.
Learn about health, nutrition, and basic survival in “Climbing Mount Healthmore,” as Rocky Mountain Puppets ascends to the top of Mount Healthmore in this year’s program, “Climbing Mount Healthmore.” 2 p.m. :00 p.m. at the Cortez Public Library, 202 N. Park St. Details: 970-565-8117.
Tuesday-Friday, July 12-15
Amazing Grace Bible Church’s Bible school, 8:30 a.m. to noon for pre-school through age 11 children at 6176 U.S. 160/491, south of Cortez.
Wednesday, July 13
Pinhead Institute Punk Science: Southwestern Rock Art, 5:15-6 p.m., Cortez Cultural Center Plaza. Budding archaeologists explore Four Corners rock art trends and create rock art. Perfect attendance earns a spot in a raffle for a free GoPro.
Thursday, July 14
Night Trip to Farmington for dinner and “The Addams Family,” including transportation, dinner and show. Leave Cortez Parks and Recreation at 3 p.m. and return about 11:30 p.m. Senior fee: $30.
Saturday, July 16
Dolores County Jr. Rodeo Series, Dolores County Fairgrounds, Dove Creek. Check in at 8:30 a.m.; rodeo begins at 9 a.m. Details: Dolores County Jr. Rodeo on Facebook.
Thursday, July 21
For Pets’ Sake Humane Society’s monthly board meeting, 6:30 p.m. at the Cortez Public Library, 202 N. Park St. Discussion includes the group’s finances, pet assistance programs, 2016-17 membership drive and Wine Fest fundraiser on July 23rd. All are welcome. Details: 970-565-PETS/7387.
Friday, July 22
Ministry training, once a month for nine months, 6:30-9:30 p.m., the Cortez Family Worship Center Foursquare Church, at 500 N. Washington. Learn how to lead people to Christ and into the baptism of the Holy Spirit, hear from God, heal the sick and deal with demons. Refreshments and snacks provided. No child care. Details: 970-749-9774.
Saturday, July 23
For Pets’ Sake Humane Society’s annual Summer Wine Festival, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Cliffrose Gardens just east of Cortez on U.S. 160. The evening includes wines and beers, other cold beverages, appetizers, desserts, music by the Carl Johnson Trio, and a silent auction. Proceeds benefit our local pets. More info: (970) 565-PETS/7387.
Battle Rock Charter School’s Chuckwagon Dinner & Silent Auction Fundraiser, 6–9 p.m. at the school, 11351 County Road G. Live music. All proceeds benefit the school’s efforts to build a playground and renovate outdoor space. Adults $10; kids 5-11 $5; kids under 5 free. Details: Battle Rock Charter School on Facebook.
Sunday-Thursday, July 24-28
Lighthouse Baptist Church hosts its Bible school, themed “Faith Wars,” 6-8:30 p.m. at 11502 Colorado Highway 145. Grades K-6. Rides will be available. Details and registration: 970-565-9302 or www.lbccortez.org.
Monday-Friday, July 25-29
Free Bell Choir Day Camp for kids ages 8-17, 9-11:30 a.m. at St. Barnabas Church, corner of North and Elm. Call 565-7865 (9-noon) to register before July 20 or for more information.
Through July
Membership drive for Pets’ Sake Humane Society, an all-volunteer nonprofit group working to improve the lives of companion animals locally in Montezuma and Dolores counties. Membership packets are at the Cortez Public Library, or email: info@forpetssakehs.org, or call (970) 565-PETS/7387.
Sunday, Aug. 14
Dolores County Jr. Rodeo Series, Dolores County Fairgrounds, Dove Creek. Check in at 8:30 a.m.; rodeo begins at 9 a.m. Details: Dolores County Jr. Rodeo on Facebook.
Monday-Friday
Free nondenominational silent meditation, in the Johnson Building at 7 p.m. at 925 Broadway, No. 184. Call (970) 560-2822.
Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday
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 Jan Gardner at montezumagop@gmail.com or call 565-2197.
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.
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. No reservation needed. Details: erin@fone.net.
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.
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 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 Cortez Public Library’s Family Entertainment Series, 2 p.m., 202 N. Park St. The schedule: June 7, Denise Gard and her Border Collie, Sienna; June 14, Kate O’Kami and her limberjack puppets and workshop; June 21, Eli the magician and workshop; June 28: Luke Renner’s yo-yos and magic; July 5, the Salida Circus’ Olympic Games; July 12, Rocky Mountain Puppets climbs Mount Healthmore. Details: 970-565-8117.
Volunteer at the Mesa Elementary School Garden, 9-11 a.m. in June and July. Montezuma School to Farm project invites families to learn gardening techniques, and take home produce. Details: Danyel Mezzanatto, cortezelementaryschoolgardens@gmail.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.
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.
Karaoke at Blondie’s Trophy Room, 8 p.m. to midnight. Hosted by JR Stafford. Details: 565-4015.
Volunteer at the Kemper Elementary School Garden, 9-11 a.m. in June and July. Montezuma School to Farm project invites families to learn gardening techniques, and take home produce. Details: Danyel Mezzanatto, cortezelementaryschoolgardens@gmail.com
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. July schedule: Fight Club on July 7 July 9; Strange Games on July 14 and July 16; Soup Spectacular on July 21 and July 23; Pea Pod Pandemonium on July 28 and July 30. Details: 970-565-8117. Details: 970-565-8117.
Country music and dancing, 7-10 p.m. at the Cortez Senior Center.
Bingo at the Cortez Elks Club, 2100 N. Dolores Road. Early Bird game at 6:45, with others to follow. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. with food and beverages available. Pots vary in payoffs with 2 progressive payoff games. Special giveaways at different times.
Volunteer at the Cortez Middle School Garden, 9-11 a.m. in June and July. Montezuma School to Farm project invites families to learn gardening techniques, and take home produce. Details: Hannah Hall, mstfpamericorps3@gmail.com.
Anasazi Heritage Center Curation Tours, at 2 p.m. through October. Free, but space is limited. Contact the Heritage Center at 970-882-5600 to sign up.
Every Friday
TOPS (Take off Pounds Sensibly), meets at 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the Community Room at the Cortez Public Library. Details: 970-882-4369.
Restoration Bible Study Series, 6:30 p.m. at 1509 Colorado 145. A look into Hebrew roots and insights of the Gospel. ECBY, Tree of Life In‘Jesus, teaching, praise and worship. Details: 970-562-6311.
Every Saturday
Free silent nondenominational silent meditation, 10 a.m. at The Woozledoozer, 925 S. Broadway No. 211. Call (970) 560-2822 (Pixy).
Yoga for students, Heart and Core Yoga Studio, 30 W. Main St. Class for high school students noon-1 p.m.; middle school students at 1:15-2:15 p.m. A well-rounded experience for all abilities. Parents welcome, but not required. Details: 739-0547, www.heartandcoreyoga.com.
Join Anasazi Heritage Center/Canyons of the Ancients National Monument staff for the program, “Totems, Towers, and other a-MAZE-ing coincidences,” 11 a.m. through Labor Day weekend. This program discusses similarities between European and Southwest cultures 1,000 to 2,000 years ago. Meets inside the Anasazi Heritage Center
Every Sunday
The Unitarian Universalists meet, 10:30 a.m. upstairs in the Cortez Cultural Center, with presentations on comparative philosophies and religions. Details: 970-677-4189.
Course in Miracles meeting, 7-9 p.m., two miles north on Road 25. All are welcome. Details: Larry at 970-565-4286.
Join Anasazi Heritage Center/Canyons of the Ancients National Monument staff for the program, “Escalante Pueblo,” 11 a.m. through Labor Day weekend. This will be a guided walk on the trail to Escalante Pueblo discussing a wide variety of topics ranging from plant uses to the Chaco style pueblo. Meets at the plaza in front of the Anasazi Heritage Center.
Dolores
Thursday, July 7
A youth baseball camp, 6-8 p.m. every Tuesday and Thursday through July. Register online at the406project.com. Details: 530-624-5508.
Mountain View Baptist Church Bible school, themed “Submerged,” 5:30-8 p.m., for ages 3 through grade 6, at Colorado Highway 184 and County Road 30.5. Bible stories, crafts, music, games and dinner. Details: 970-882-7521 or 970-739-4496.
Monday-Friday, July 18-22
Vacation Bible School, 1 a.m. to noon, Dolores Southern Baptist Church, 21st Street and Colorado 145, Details: Beth at570-9301 or Colleen at 882-7208.
First Tuesday
Dolores Mountain Quilters meeting, 10 a.m. at the Dolores Community Center, 400 Riverside Ave. The program for the June 7 meeting includes information about preparing quilts and quilt sleeves for our August quilt show. There will also be a potluck luncheon. 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.
Volunteer at the Dolores School Garden, 9-11 a.m. in June and July. Montezuma School to Farm project invites all families to learn gardening techniques, and take home produce. Details: Contact Megan Tallmadge, megantallmadge@centurytel.net
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.
Third and fourth Thursday
K9 Search & Rescue Team meets at the Dog House, 7:30 p.m., for training. Open to the public. Volunteers are needed for response, training, and administration. No dogs needed Details: 970-882-4746.
Every Sunday
Bring a classical instrument to the Dolores Public Library, and join the Sunday Strings group. Play with local musicians of varying skill-levels. Group meets Sundays at 4 p.m. in the library meeting room. Details: 882-4127 or Sheri.doloreslibrary@gmail.com
Mancos
Friday, July 8
Last Nickel plays at the Mancos Brewing Co., 6 p.m. Details: 970-533-9761.
Monday, July 11Mancos Conservation District work group meeting, 6:30 p.m. at 604 Bauer Ave. Focus on identifying agricultural and natural resource issues existing in your community. Details: 970-533-7317 or mancoscd1@gmail.com.
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.
Last Friday
Grand Summer Nights in Mancos, May 26, June 24, July 29, Aug. 26 and Sept. 23. Free carriage rides and live music during summer.
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.
Volunteer at the Mancos School Garden, 9-11 a.m. in June and July. Montezuma School to Farm project invites families to learn basic gardening techniques, and take home produce. Details: Erin Bohm, erinbohm@gmail.com.
MonticelloSaturday, Aug. 20
Canyon Country Discovery Center grand opening, 10 a.m. to sunset, 1117 N. Main St. Musical guests include the R. Carlos Nakai quartet, Jenna Talbott, Ryan Barnum, Slim Pickins and Scott Ibex. Food, vendors, artisans, exhibits, bike rides, games, wagon rides and a star party in the observatory. Keynote speaker is the first Native American astronaut, Cmdr. John Herrington. Free.
Durango
Saturday and Sunday June 25-26
Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad hosts the Dinosaur Train, based on the PBS Kids TV show. Three excursions per day: 10 a.m.-12:45 p.m.; 11:30-2:30 p.m.; 1 p.m.-4 p.m. Tickets: 888-872-4607.