The Cortez Journal encourages people to submit announcements about upcoming events for the Community Calendar. Send announcements to news@cortezjournal.com. Items submitted at least two weeks in advance will have a better chance of getting published; items submitted several days before the event might not get published. For more information, call the Journal at 565-8527.
Spring is theme of April Storytime at the Cortez Public Library
Too Early for Spring? is the April theme of the newly-renamed Raising Readers Storytime at the Cortez Public Library, 202 N. Park St. Storytime is held every Thursday and Friday at 10:30 a.m. for preschool-aged children. Both days will follow the same theme. On Thursday there will be no craft. Older children are welcome to join in for the craft at 11:15 a.m. on Fridays.
Did the Tooth Fairy Come? will be discussed on Thursday, April 12 and Friday, April 13. Are You a Good Steward? will be presented on Thursday, April 19 and Friday, April 20. Jump Frog will wrap up the month on Thursday, April 26 and Friday, April 27.
Raising Readers Storytime offers songs, stories, crafts and silliness and uses the Early Childhood Literacy Initiative program. For more information, contact the library at 565-8117.
Vanishing Breed will play country music at Dolores show
On Saturday, April 7 The Hollywood Bar and Grill in Dolores will welcome Vanishing Breed for some country music and dancing! The show is at 8 p.m. and cover is $5. The Hollywood is at 417 Central Ave.
For more information call 882-9998.
Gospel Easter Egg Hunt at Parque De Vida amphitheater
Blessed Bible Church will host a Gospel Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 7 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Parque De Vida amphitheater in Cortez, behind the recreation center. The event will include treats, games, music and an amazing egg hunt. There will be prizes and gifts and a lot of fun. Please come and join us it is free and a safe environment will be provided.
For more information, call Pastor Neely at 565-5360 or 529-0780.
Presbyterian Church will host Easter party for children
All children in kindergarten through fourth grade are invited to attend an Easter party from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 7 at the Montezuma Valley Presbyterian Church, 350 S. Washington St., Cortez. The church is directly across the street from Manaugh School.
This activity is organized by the Fellowshipping Fun Loving Outreaching Christian committee and the Youth Group of the church. Numerous games and activities are planned for the children to enjoy. A raffle will be held for a number of items, including a large vinyl bunny. Refreshments will be available for parents who accompany their children.
For more information, contact the church at 565-7024 or Jack Robbins at 882-1444.
Cortez Rotary Club holds annual Easter Egg Hunt for kids
The Cortez Rotary Club invites area children from toddler up to 12 years of age to the Annual Easter Egg Hunt, which begins promptly at 10 a.m., Saturday, April 7, on the west side of Cortez City Park. The hunt will have 3,000 real and 2,000 plastic eggs for children to gather.
For more information, call 560-0781.
Elks Lodge holds Easter egg hunt, brunch
The Cortez Elks Lodge is hosting an Easter Sunday Brunch and Easter Egg Hunt on Sunday, April 8, for Elks Lodge members and their guests. The brunch will be served from 11 a.m to 1:30 p.m. at the Lodge, 2100 N. Dolores Rd. The Easter Egg Hunt will begin at 1:30 p.m.
All Elks Lodge members and their guests are encouraged to attend. RSVP is appreciated. For more information, call 565-3557.
Middle School art students will hold art reception, show
The art students from Cortez Middle School invite the public to come to their art reception on Wednesday, April 11 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Cortez Public Library, 202 N. Park St. Their art work will be on display at the library from April 9-30.
For more information, contact Amelia Joe-Chandler at CMS, 565-7824.
Vermillion Cliffs featured in photography show
Tom McBride will take you on a vicarious journey of the Vermilion Cliffs through his natural-light photographic show Hidden Treasures of Paria Plateau, Wednesday, April 11 at 7 p.m. at the Cortez Cultural Center, 25 N. Market St.
For more information, call 565-1151.
Senior Travelers to present on upcoming Fall Colors tour
The 4 Corners Senior Travelers will have a presentation at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, April 10 at the Annex building at 107 N. Chestnut St. on the groups upcoming tour, Colors of New England.
The group has organized an eight day journey through New Englands charming and vibrant northern states. The trip begins on Thursday, Oct. 11 in Massachusetts and travels through Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine, and returning to Boston. Those interested in travel or joining this fun travel group should come learn more.
For more information, call Marsha at 564-2775.
Nest will host Business After Hours networking event
Relax and unwind with friends, both old and new at Business After Hours on Thursday, April 12 from 5 to 7 p.m. at The Nest Child Advocacy Center, 140 N. Linden in Cortez.
There is no cost to attend and Cortez Chambers Business After Hours are open house events for Chamber Members and invited guests. The events are designed to provide chamber members with networking opportunities in a casual setting, after standard business hours, and are held the 2nd Thursday of each month at various exciting locations.
Contact the Chamber at 565-3414 to learn more.
Area 9Health Fairs offers free or low-cost health screenings
In partnership with 9HealthFair, Southwest Memorial is proud to assist with the Mancos Valley, Dove Creek, and Cortez Health Fairs. The Mancos 9Health Fair will take place on Saturday, April 14 from 7 a.m. to noon at the Mancos Valley Junior High School. The Cortez 9Health Fair will be on Saturday, April 21 from 7 a.m. to noon at the Cortez Recreation Center. The Dove Creek 9Health Fair will take place on Saturday, May 5 from 7:30 to 11 a.m. at the Dove Creek High School.
Take advantage of opportunities on these dates to access health services you may have missed during the year, and learn about important health topics from many local providers. Free screenings will include: Blood pressure checks, Heart health screening, Breast exams, Vision and hearing screening, Body mass index measurement, Balance assessment, Sleep apnea assessment, Spinal alignment evaluation, Nutrition screening, and much more. Low-cost blood draw screenings include: Blood chemistry screening* $30, Prostate specific antigen (PSA) $25, Blood count screening $15, Vitamin D screening $40, Hemoglobin A1C (blood sugar)* $25, Take-home colon cancer screening kit $20. *Do not eat anything or drink beverages that contain sugar or cream for 12 hours prior to blood draw. Diabetics should not fast. Drinking plenty of water and staying warm will make your blood draw easier.
Call Robyn Bragg, RN, at 564-2243 for more information or register online at www.9healthfair.org. To learn more about what is provided at these Health Fairs, go to www.9healthfair.org.
Masonic Lodge Vial of Life Project will be offered during 9Health Fair
The Cortez Masonic Lodge #133 A.F.& A.M. in partnership with the Montezuma County Emergency Services Association will host a Vial of Life Project during the county 9Health Fair. We will be set up at both 9Health Fair sites: Mancos on Saturday, April 14 and in Cortez on Saturday, April 21.
The Vial of Life is a nationally recognized program, designed to speak for you when you cant speak for yourself. The vial contains important medical information that can assist emergency personnel in administering the proper medical treatment. Montezuma County EMS staff will be present to answer your medically-related questions.
For more information, call 759-9710.
3rd Annual Early Childhood Fair and Celebration
The 3rd Annual Early Childhood Fair and Celebration will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, April 14 at the County Annex Building, 107 N. Chestnut St.
This free event is for families with children from birth to five. It is an opportunity to find out about programs, supports and services for young children in our community. Free services will include: developmental screening, hearing, vision and dental screening, car seat and bike helmet safety, child ID and fingerprinting, preschool and child care enrollment as well as kids activities. Bring your childs immunization records for review and free shot coupons. Bike helmets will be available for $5 and car seats for $20. Fabulous entertainment, door prizes and much more!
For more information, call Tyra at 529-0635.
Mobile blood drive will take place in Mancos
United Blood Services will hold a mobile blood drive from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, April 14, at Mancos Church of Jesus Christ Latter-Day Saints, Cultural Hall, 201 Montezuma.
To set up an appointment or for more information, call 385-4601 or sign up online at www.bloodhero.com.
Cortez Farmers Market holds spring planning meeting
The Cortez Farmers Market invites all of last years vendors, and others interested in participating in this years Market, to attend its Annual Spring Meeting from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, April 14 at the Calvin Denton Room, Empire Electric Association, 801 N. Broadway, Cortez.
Applications for participation in the Market will be available for returning and new vendors towards the end of the meeting. Applications, with fee payment may be returned to the Montezuma County CSU Extension Office beginning Monday, April 16. Returning vendors have until Friday, April 27 to submit their application with payment to reserve their space(s). After April 27, the Cortez Farmers Market Committee will meet to consider new vendor applications and assign space(s). The Market will open on Saturday, June 2 and end October 27.
For more information contact Theresa at theresaincortez@gmail.com or call the Extension Office at 565-3123.