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Thursday, June 25
Old West Heritage Show, Donny Johnson, 7 p.m., at the Cortez Cultural Center.
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.
Friday, June 26
Micah Wyatt performs as The Barefoot Band at Mancos Valley Distillery as part of the distillery's weekend of music. Doors open 5 p.m., and music starts at 8 p.m. There will be a $3 cover. "Tastes Like Friday" cocktail specials will be served.
Native American Dancers, 7 p.m., at the Cortez Cultural Center.
Saturday, June 27
Secondhand Strings performs at Mancos Valley Distillery as part of the distillery's weekend of music. Doors open 5 p.m., and music starts at 8 p.m. There will be a $3 cover. This will be the Strings' second appearance at the Distillery. "Tastes Like Friday" cocktail specials will be served.
The Black Lillies, touring behind their current album "Runaway Freeway Blues," perform at 7 p.m. at the Dolores River Brewery. Tickets: $15. Info: www.doloresriverbrewery.com.
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.
Sunday, June 28
The Pony Expresso and the Dolores Public Library invite the public to a demonstration by Mitchell Silas, a Navajo ceremonial sandpainter. Silas will be at the library on June 28, at 2 p.m. to explain the process of his artwork.
Monday, June 29
Native American Dancers, 7 p.m., at the Cortez Cultural Center.
Tuesday, June 30
Old West Heritage Show, Wanda Martin, , 7 p.m., at the Cortez Cultural Center.
Hope, a small group from Collinsworth School of Music at California Baptist University, presents a concert at First Baptist Church, 100 N. Market St., Cortez, at 7 p.m. Dinner at 5:30 p.m. Everyone is invited.
Through June
"Superheroes All Around" is the June theme of the Raising Readers Storytime at the Cortez Public Library, at 202 N. Park St., Cortez, every Thursday at 10:30 a.m. Older children are welcome to join for a craft at 11:15 a.m. Storytime also is at the Cortez Farmers Market on Saturdays at 9:30 a.m., weather permitting.The schedule: "Tall Tales," Thursday, June 4 and Saturday, June 6; "Animal Heroes," Thursday, June 11 and Saturday, June 13; "Dad's My Hero," Thursday, June 18 and Saturday, June 20; "Kid Heroes," Thursday, June 25 and Saturday, June 27. Info: 970-565-8117.
Southwest Art league member Joe Slaughenhoupt is a featured artist exhibiting at the Cortez Cultural Center.
Southwest Art League member LaDean Chadwick is a featured artist at the Cortez Library.
The artists of the Southwest Art League exhibit at the Cortez Recreation Center.
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.
July
Artists of the Southwest Art League exhibit at the Cortez Cultural Center. Reception to be announced.
Southwest Art league member Judi McDonald is a featured artist at the Cortez Cultural Center.
Become a volleyball official and make some extra money while supporting student athletes. Experience not necessary; knowledge of the game is very helpful. Call Kami Oliver, (970) 562-4506.
Wednesday, July 1
Robin Hood takes the stage in Hampstead Stage's adaptation of the classic English folktale, at 2 p.m. at the Cortez Public Library, 202 N. Park St. Details: 970-565-8117.
Saturday, July 4
For Pets' Sake Humane Society seeks help for their Pennies For Pets fundraiser, Saturday morning at the Cortez Farmers Market in the Montezuma County Courthouse parking lot, 109 W. Main St. Donate to For Pets' Sake at the Market's Community Booth to help cats and dogs of Montezuma and Dolores counties. Info: (970) 565-PETS-7387.
Free Small Claims Clinic at 3:30 p.m. at the Justice Building, 601 N. Mildred Road in Cortez. Details: 970-564-5029 from 8 a.m. to noon and 970-564-5073 from 1-4 p.m.
The sixth annual Cortez Burst Triathlon at City Park has events for all ages and abilities. Benefits Friends of Recreation for a Healthy Community, which provides scholarships to the Cortez Rec Center. Details: Sensa Wolcott at (970) 903-9882, corteztri@gmail.com or www.corteztri.com.
Tuesday, July 7
The Hisatsinom Chapter of the Colorado Archaeology Society presents James Davenport at 7 p.m. at the Methodist Church, 515 Park St., Cortez, to discuss "'Literal Providers of Food and Drink': The Inka Empire, Feasts, and Ritual Control." Davenport will explore the extent of this ritual control through analysis of ceramics recovered from Pachacamac, a ritual center conquered by the Inka on the Peruvian coast. Details: Kari Schleher at 505-269-4475.
Wednesday, July 8
Free wildflower walk "Wildflowers of Hermosa Fens & Wetlands," west side of Bolam Pass. Details and reservations: Bob Powell at 970-385-8949 or Al Schneider at 970-882-4647. Sponsored by he San Juan/Four Corners Native Plant Society: http://www.swcoloradowildflowers.com
Saturday, July 11
Comedian Josh Blue returns to Parque de Vida. Gates open at 5 p.m. The Carl Johnson Trio will perform, followed by comedienne Stephanie McHugh. Proceeds benefit Special Olympics Colorado and Community Connections. Tickets at Rocky Mountain One Stop or by calling (970) 565-9249. $20 in advance, $25 on that Saturday. Rain backup will be inside the Rec Center.
Painted Turtle Studio hosts an estate sale and fundraising event from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at our Mancos location on 200 W. Grand Call for more details, 970-533-7136 or to find out about our summer classes and Kids Art Camp Scholarships.
THURSDAY, JULY 16
For Pets' Sake Humane Society holds its monthly board meeting at 6:30 p.m. at the Cortez Public Library, 202 N. Park St. Discussion will include the group's finances, pet assistance programs, upcoming Summer Wine Fest and other fundraising efforts. All are welcome. Details: 970-565-PETS/7387.
Thursday, July 23
"NAGPRA+25: Where Do We Stand? Where Are We Going?" by Kathleen Fine-Dare at 7 p.m. at the Sunflower Theatre, 8 E. Main, Cortez. Part of the Four Corners Lecture Series and sponsored by the Crow Canyon Archaeological Center and the Mesa Verde Foundation.
Monday, Aug. 3
Free Alive @ 25 class on Aug. 3 at Mancos High School for students who will be 15½ years old by Aug. 3. Once registration opens, register your student online at: https://aliveat25.us/co/course-info?course_id=9293.
Saturday, Aug. 8
39th Annual Escalante Days at Flanders Park in Dolores. Details: www.doloreschamber.com.
The 17th annual Escalante Days Mountain Bike Race in Dolores. Register at Active.com, or visit the Dolores Rotary page at www.clubrunner.ca/dolores.
Wednesday, Aug. 15
First annual Mancos Brew Fest, noon to 8 p.m., Cottonwood Park.
November
Southwest Art League member Saralynn Risenhoover is a featured artist at the Cortez Recreation Center and lynn Risenhoover is a featured artist at the Cortez Library.
Saturdays
The Cortez Farmers Market runs 7:30 a.m. until sellout through October in the County Courthouse parking lot at the of Main and Elm streets. Fruits and vegetables, baked goods, food and beverages, plants, crafts, story time and live music - all produced in Montezuma and Dolores counties.
First Tuesday
American Legion Ute Mountain Post 75 meets at 7 p.m. at the Legion Hall, 320 N. Harrison St. Call 565-8151.
Dolores Mountain Quilters meets 10 a.m. at the Dolores Community Center, 400 Riverside Ave. On June 2, the annual Pot Luck Luncheon and "Crazy Hexies," a workshop for charity quilts (bring all your sewing stuff). Guests and visitors welcome. Info: doloresmountainquilters.org or Judith Swain 970-560-4426.
The Mesa Verde Back Country Horsemen meet at the 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. Info: www.mesaverdehorsemen.com.
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.
First Friday
Caregiver/Advocate support group for caregivers of any person with Alzheimer's, dementia or any chronic illness at noon at Vista Mesa Assisted Living, 1206 N. Mildred, Cortez. Discuss options with other caregivers. Lunch provided. Info: Elaine at the Alzheimer's Assoc., 259-0122.
Second Tuesday
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.
The Southwest Art League meets the second Tuesday of every month. For information and summer locations, call 970-882-4770.
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 Thursday
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 Thursday
Dolores secondary PTO meets at 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.
Every Wednesday
GOAL Academy/Rocky Mountain Digital Academy, a free, accredited online high school, is enrolling for upcoming school year (now through Sept. 10th) and informational sessions every Wednesday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at its new location at 215 N. Linden St. Suite D. Details: 970-213-0923 or www.goalac.org.
Bible studies at Chapel on the Farm, 6 p.m. 19927 Road 26.2 Loop, Dolores. 903-6153.
