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.
Annual Rodeo Dance at the American Legion
The American Legion will present the annual Rodeo Dance from 8 p.m. to midnight on Saturday, June 9, featuring Special Guest Danny Hale & The Legion Band. Dancing shoes are encouraged. There is a $5 cover charge.
Experimental Aircraft Association Pancake Breakfast
The Four Corners Chapter of the Experimental Aircraft Association is sponsoring a pancake breakfast, Saturday, June 9, at the Cortez Municipal Airport, starting at 8 a.m. Proceeds will go toward support of the local EAA Young Eagles Flight Experience, which offers children, from eight to 17 years of age, a free introductory flight. The cost of breakfast is $5 for adults and $3 for children.
Parents may sign up their children for the next Young Eagles Flight Experience at the breakfast, and drawings will be held for a discovery flight for two in a Maule M-5 and two flights in a weight-shift Light Sport Aircraft. For more information, contact 560-0781 or bob@industrytc.com.
Meet and greet for Ertel, Furse
There will a meet the candidates event for Montezuma County commissioner candidate Keenan Ertel and 22nd Judicial District Attorney candidate Will Furse on Saturday, June 9 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at All Weather Storage (Hwy. 160 and 29.25 Road, next to the fairgrounds). There will be barbecue first come, first served.
Ute Mountain Roundup Rodeo Parade
Show your hometown spirit at the 82nd annual Ute Mountain Roundup Rodeo Parade on Saturday, June 9 at 5 p.m. Parades reinforce the sense of community pride and tradition and acknowledge that there are reasons to celebrate. There is something for everybody and everyone has a role including parade participants, volunteers and spectators.
This years parade is coordinated by the Cortez Area Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors. There is no fee to enter and the deadline for entries is Tuesday, June 5. Entry forms can be picked up at the Colorado Welcome Center, 928 E. Main in Cortez or by calling 565-3414.
Day of fire-themed events include barbecue, All Firemens Ball
Support wildfire education in Southwest Colorado on Saturday, June 9 at the Dolores Fire Station. There will be free family fun during the Wildfire Field Day from 2 to 6 p.m. including face painting, kiddie train, Smokey Bear, Fire Fighter competitions, and more. The Barbecue will run from 5 to 7 p.m. with $3 burgers and dogs; kids 16 and under eat free. From 6 to 10 p.m., a beer garden featuring microbrews from Dolores River Brewery and Main Street Brewery, and wines from Guy Drew vineyards will be open and you can dance to the beat of DJ P.A. Admission starting at 6 p.m. will be $5 in advance at Blondies Pub and Grub or Slavens True Value in Cortez, The Dolores Food Market or Chamber of Commerce in Dolores, Zuma Natural Foods or Cox Conoco in Mancos, or $10 at the door. Volunteers are needed during the event and will be rewarded with free admission and a food or drink coupon. For more information or to volunteer for the event, call Becca at 564-4007.
Montezuma Agility Dogs Club classes
The Montezuma Agility Dogs Club is offering basic obedience classes for dogs 5 1/2 months and older. The classes begin Saturday, June 9, are one hour long, and take place on Saturday mornings for six weeks. Class size is limited, registration is first-come, first-served. For more information call Bobbi at 882-5404.
Trees of Trail Canyon Nursery tour
Join M-CAN and learn how to create a comfortable microclimate around your house and property by planting trees that shade, buffer and produce fruit in our low moisture environment. See more than 5,000 locally grown trees and shrubs at Trees of Trail Canyon Nursery guided by owner and certified arborist David Temple, on Saturday morning, June 9. Those interested should meet at the intersection of Roads G and J in McElmo Canyon, 7 miles west of the airport, at 9 a.m. Tour ends at noon. This event is free and open to the public. Bring your hat and sunglasses. For questions and RSVPs, call Susan Thomas at 739-3158.
Compost 101 Workshop
Cortez Community Garden will host Compost 101. The workshop, taught by Greg Valeming, will be from 9 to 10 a.m. on Saturday June 9 at 1202 E. Empire, just west of the Childrens Kiva. Parking will be available on site, bring your own chair. For more information, call Bobbi at 529-0689.
Summit Ridge Womens Club Yard Sale
Dont miss the annual Summit Ridge Womens Club yard sale from 8 a.m. to noon on Saturday, June 9 at 25505 Road N.6 just off Mildred Rd. in the Mildred Estates. There will be lots of good quality items priced to sell and lots of baked goods also for sale.
Since Summit Ridge is located between Dolores and Mancos, the Womens Club alternates each year in awarding a $500 scholarship to a high school senior from one of these two towns. Money raised at the yard sale helps fund a scholarship from a Dolores or Mancos student. This year, the yard sale will raise funds to help a Mancos senior in 2013.
For more information, call Lillian at 882-4416.
Meet the Bahais and review writings
Who are the Bahais? Bahais are the followers of Bahaullah, the Glory of God for this day. We are your friends and neighbors and wed like to meet you! In honor of the Bahai month of Light, the Bahais in Montezuma County invite you to an informal display of Bahai sacred writings, literature and an opportunity to get acquainted. We will be available to answer questions on the principles of our Faith at the Cortez Library on Saturday, June 9. You are welcome to stop in anytime from 2 to 3:30 p.m. to meet some of the Bahais, ask questions, review the literature and find the common ground of all religions. For more information, call Kathy Sehnert at 533-7707.
Vacation Bible School at Church of Christ
Cortez Church of Christ announces Vacation Bible School from 9 a.m. to noon on Monday, June 11 to Friday, June 15. Activities are planned for four-year olds through fifth grade. Registration will begin at 8:30 a.m. Monday at the church annex. For more information, call 882-4885.
Mobile blood drive at Mancos Community Center
United Blood Services will hold a mobile blood drive from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Monday, June 11, at the Mancos Community Center, 130 Grand Ave. To set up an appointment or for more information, call 385-4601 or sign up online at www.bloodhero.com.
Introduction to QuickBooks workshop
The Small Business Development Center at Fort Lewis College will sponsor An Introduction to QuickBooks workshop on Tuesday, June 12. The workshop runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Cortez Welcome Center. A brown bag lunch break will take place at noon.
Certified QuickBooks ProAdvisor Bethany McManus will lead this introduction and tutorial looking at one of the most powerful accounting software packages available. Anyone interested, regardless of familiarity with QuickBooks, is invited to attend.
The cost for the workshop is $55 for Chamber of Commerce members and $60 for non-members. To register contact the Small Business Development Center at 247-7009 or visit www.coloradosbdc.org/workshop.aspx?ekey=170320036.
Telluride Repertory presents 3-person play Bonn Voyage
The Mancos Public Library, located at 211 W. First St., begins its 2012 Summer Reading Program Dream Big at Your Library. All students age 5-18 are invited to participate. These programs are run as a drop in but all children attending must enroll.
On Wednesday, June 13, from 2 to 3:30 p.m. The Telluride Repertory Theater will present a three person play titled Bonn Voyage, about the ocean and its creatures, as seen by a wacky threesome of shipmates. Wholesome snacks will be provided during each program. Younger children may attend if accompanied by an adult throughout the program. We also conduct a reading contest bingo (for kids, teens and adults) with books of their choice as prizes for all who complete the bingo. All programs are free. For more information, call MPL at 533-7600.
Boulder magician, , performer presents Magical Faeries
Erica Sodos will bring her own brand of magic to the Cortez Public Library on Wednesday, June 13 at 2 p.m. The Boulder magician, clown and performer, will present Magical Faeries. The Dream Faerie, a.k.a. Erica, will emerge from the depths of sleep to inspire your imagination with her astonishing magic showcasing dreams and enchantments. The library is located at 202 N. Park St. and our phone is 565-8117. Our family entertainment programs are brought to you by the City of Cortez and Montezuma County. Dream Big, Read!
Free Community Dinner on Thursday Nights
The Cortez Family Worship Center Foursquare Church invites the community to relax on Thursday nights and take a break from cooking dinner. Starting at 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, June 14 and continuing on Thursday nights through the rest of this summer, there will be free community dinners at the church at 500 N. Washington St. in Cortez. Call 565-3709 for more information.
Piñon Project to offer free budgeting class
The Piñon Project will offer a free 5 week, 10 hour workshop called Making Money Work For You on Thursday evenings beginning Thursday, June 14 from 6 to 8 p.m. at 300 N. Elm in Cortez. A meal is provided starting at 5:30 p.m. This basic budgeting program is designed for people who are concerned about their money, whether just starting out or struggling to make it paycheck to paycheck, looking for ways to manage their debt or starting a savings plan. The workshop covers goal setting, credit & debt, various types of insurance, stretching personal resources, spending choices and creating a spending and savings plan. In addition, based on participant interest, a presentation regarding investment options, such as stocks, bonds, and mutual funds will be provided.
This workshop is open to TANF eligible families who live in Montezuma County. TANF eligible participants who successfully complete all 5 sessions will receive a $50 gift card. This course is free, and licensed child care and meals will be provided free each night of the class for participants and children who are pre-registered. For information about eligibility requirements and to register, call The Piñon Project at 564-1195 and ask for Lara.
Animal Conservation and Applied Zooarchaeology presentation
Visiting scholar Steve Wolverton, Ph.D., will present issues pertaining to Animal Conservation and Applied Zooarchaeology at the Cortez Cultural Center, 25 N. Market St. on Friday, June 15, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. $5 for Cortez Cultural Center members or $8 for non-members. Call 565-1151 for more information.
Nakai concert to benefit Mancos library
Tami Graham Presents An evening with R. Carlos Nakai, a benefit for the Mancos Public Library, Saturday, June 16, at 7:30 p.m. (doors open at 7 p.m.) at the Mancos Opera House.
Of Navajo-Ute heritage, R. Carlos Nakai is the worlds premier performer of the Native American flute. Since 1983, he has released over 35 albums. Nakai has earned two gold records and has received nine Grammy nominations.
The cost for the concert is $35 for general admission, $75 for VIP private reception with R. Carlos Nakai. Tickets are on sale at Southwest Sound in Durango, Mancos Public Library and Rocky Mountain One Stop in Cortez. For more information call 759-9716, email www.tamigraham.com or find the event on Facebook.
Moetones play Stonefish for 2 year anniversary
Stonefish Sushi & More is celebrating two years of business in downtown Cortez at 16 West Main St. The public is invited to a big rock and roll birthday party with return engagement with the Moetones at 8 p.m. on Saturday, June 16. There is no cover charge, and there will be door prizes.
Hymn For Her will play eclectic stomp-grass punk folk
Hymn For Her will bring their blazing live show to the Dolores River Breweryon Sunday, June 17 at 7 p.m. The Brewery is at 100 North 4th St. in Dolores.
Lucy Tight and Wayne Waxing are Hymn For Her, a rockin duo that hails fromanywhere they can their park 16 foot, 1961 vintage Bambi Airstream (comes with dogand baby) as they tour the U.S. coast to coast. They describe their music asstomp-grass punk folk with a hint of Americana. Lucy plays athree-stringed broom handle/cigar box guitar, banjo and sometimes even aglockenspiel as she shares vocal duties with Wayne, who also plays acousticguitar, banjo, dobro, and/or harmonica all while handling percussion on bassdrum and hi-hat! Bullet microphones and an arsenal of effect pedals givethis band a sound like no other. The show is enhanced by a slide show oforiginal photos projected on an old-fashioned slide projector. Whereverthey play, this band wins over the audience with their amazing live showthat sometimes might include a Led Zeppelin or other classic tune given theHymn For Her twist! For more information, call the Brewery at 882-4677.
Chamber Luncheon to address Showrooming
The practice of showrooming is here to stay it is when shoppers hit the brick-and-mortar venues to determine whether they like an item, but then buy it cheaper elsewhere or online. Matt Mecham will address this concept and discuss ways to combat it at the Cortez Chamber of Commerce Luncheon on Wednesday, June 20 at noon at Shiloh Steakhouse.
How can you minimize showroomings negative impact on your business? How can you maximize its positive impact on your business? No reservations are needed, lunch is $12. Call the Chamber at 565-3414 for more information.
Awesome Aliens for kids will explore life on other planets
The Mancos Public Library, located at 211 W. First St., invites kids to its 2012 Summer Reading Program Dream Big at Your Library. All students age 5-18 are invited to participate. These programs are run as a drop in but all children attending must enroll.
On Wednesday, June 20, join us for Awesome Aliens. Come explore what we know about life on other planets. Local artist Jaime Becktal will be on hand to help with a craft and will do some truly amazing face painting think Avatar! Imaginations required! Wholesome snacks will be provided during each program. Younger children may attend if accompanied by an adult throughout the program. We also conduct a reading contest bingo (for kids, teens and adults) with books of their choice as prizes for all who complete the bingo. All programs are free. For more information, call MPL at 533-7600.
Library hosts award-winning storyteller
The next performer in the Cortez Public Librarys Summer Reading Program Family Entertainment Series is Sara Ransom. Please come see her on Wednesday, June 20, at 2 p.m. Sara is a storyteller and has been featured in festivals from New England to New Zealand. She is the daughter and granddaughter of performing storytellers. Sara has traveled worldwide in learning her craft. Sara is a winner of a National Endowment for the Arts Solo Performance Fellowship in 1991. Her international experience exhibits itself in her eclectic performances. The library is located at 202 N. Park St. and may be reached by calling 565-8117.
Wild Country will perform first show at the Hollywood
On Friday, June 22, 8 p.m., Wild Country plays the Hollywood Bar and Grill, 417 Central Ave. in Dolores. These Durango favorites have shared the stage with country music legends. Cover is $5. For more information, call 882-9998.