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Cortez
Friday, Feb. 26
Eighties costume and dance party with DJ P.A., 9 p.m. at Blondie’s. No cover charge. Door prizes, games, and more. Ages 21-plus. Details: 970-739-4944.
Saturday, Feb. 27
Finale of Cortez Idol singing competition, 7 p.m. at Blondie’s.
Monday, Feb. 29
Deadline to pay the first half of your 2015 property taxes, postmarks will be accepted. More information: 970-565-7550.
Wednesday, March 2
The Hisatsinom Chapter of the Colorado Archaeology Society presents Donna Glowacki, 7 p.m. at the Methodist Church, 515 Park St., Cortez, to discuss “The Times they are a-Changin’: Living & Leaving in 13th Century Mesa Verde.” Details: Kari Schleher at 505-269-4475.
Thursday, March 3
Dolores Public Library Winter Tales presents “Georgia, The Mountains of Poetry,” at 6:30 p.m. Teacher Tim Kercher, spent four years teaching and translating some of Soviet Georgia’s best poets. Details: 970-882-4127.
Friday, March 4
The American Legion/Auxiliary Post 75, membership and birthday dinner at 6 p.m. at the American Legion hall, 320 N. Harrison St. Legion Post 75 members and their families are invited. Details: 970-739-4537.
Soups of the World Dessert Auction, 5 p.m., Montezuma-Cortez High School. Annual Fundraiser for Bridge Emergency Shelter. Cost: $25 per couple, $15 per single.
Saturday, March 5
The 33rd Annual Follies to benefit the Mancos Pay it Forward Fund will be at the Millwood Junction Restaurant in Mancos. The theme will be wild, wild west casino night. Doors open at 4 p.m. and the show starts at 7 p.m.
Monday, March 7
The Montelores Early Childhood Council holds its monthly luncheon meeting, 11:45 a.m., in downstairs meeting room 110 in the Johnson Building, 925 South Broadway. The public and parents are invited. Lunch will be provided; RSVP to Vangi McCoy at 970-749-7017.
Wednesday, March 9
Amazing Authors Tour with Steph Davis, author of “High Infatuation,” 6 p.m., Cortez Public Library.
Green Business Roundtable, noon, Henry Strater Theater. Learn how Fort Lewis College exceeded its first emissions-reduction target. Register at info@sanjuancitizens.org by 9 a.m. Monday, March 7. Cost: $15, $18 for walk-ins.
Thursday, March 10
The Montezuma County Planning and Zoning Commission hosts a discussion of the proposed Paths to Mesa Verde trail from Cortez to Mancos, 6 p.m., in the county building in the commissioners meeting room. Comments can be emailed to lmilligan@co.montezuma.co.us or by telephone at 970-565-2801.
Friday, March 11
Ignite the Light community worship service, 7 p.m. at Cortez Sevbenth Day Adventist Church, 540 W. Fourth St. Details: 970-560-3130.
Saturday, March 12
The fifth annual Tip A Cop DARE Fundraiser, 4-9 p.m. at JFargos Restaurant, 1209 East Main St. Police officers will be waiting tables to earn tips. All tips and a portion of all dinner sales will go toward the local DARE education program. Details: 970-564-0242, JFargos’ Facebook page or jfragos.com.
St. Patrick’s Day Bake Sale, to benefit For Pets’ Sake Humane Society, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., City Market North entrance. Baked goods can be dropped off starting 9:30 Saturday at City Market or from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday at Net Force PC next to Safeway. Details: Catherine 739-9854.
Tuesday, March 15
Cortez City Council Candidate Forum, 6:30-8 p.m. City Hall. Learn about the candidates and election procedures, and submit written questions about city issues. Sponsored by The League of Women Voters of Montezuma County. Details: Eleanor Kuhl at 564-0708 or ekuhl@frontier.net.
THURSDAY, March 17
For Pets’ Sake Humane Society’s monthly board meeting, 6:30 p.m. at the Cortez Public Library, 202 N. Park St. Discussion will include the group’s finances, pet assistance programs, our Spring Yard Sale and Pet Vaccination Clinic. All are welcome! Details: (970) 565-PETS/7387.
Friday, March 18
The BLM Southwest Resource Advisory Council meets, 9:30 a.m. at the Ridgway County Fairground Building (22739 Highway 550). Open to the public, with public comment at 2 p.m. Register via email to sborders@blm.gov by March 16.
The Soil and Crop Management for Sustainable Farming in the Four Corners workshop, 9:45 am to 4 p.m. at the Ag Expo summit room. Presentations include dryland soil moisture management and cover crops research
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.
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.
Wednesday, April 6
Amazing Authors Tour with Luci Tapahonso, author of “Saanii Dahataal,” 6 p.m., Cortez Public Library.
SATURDAY, APRIL 16
The Cortez Farmers Market’s 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.
Friday-Saturday, April 29-30
The Cortez Lions Club hosts the 6W District Convention, Baymont Inn, 2321 E. Main Street, and Creative Genius Destination Grill and Conference Room. Details: Irene Aldaz, 970-565-3830.
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. More info: 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. Info: www.mesaverdehorsemen.com.
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.
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 Type 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 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.
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.
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 North Park St. Cortez.
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., Cortez. 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 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 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, at 202 N. Park St., Cortez. Older children welcome to join for a craft at 11:15 a.m. February schedule: Author Kathi Appelt, Feb. 4; Chocolate is a Food Group, Feb. 11; Mermaids, Feb. 18; Time to Visit the Dentist, Feb. 25. Details: 970-565-8117.
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).
Dolores
Thursday, March 3
“Winter Tales: Republic of Georgia, Mountains of Poetry,” 6:30 p.m. at the Dolores Public Library. Local teacher Tim Kercer hosts a presentation on the sights, sounds and poetry of the former Soviet republic of Georgia, where he taught for four years and translated poetry. Details: DoloresLibrary.org or 882-4127.
Tuesday, March 9
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 10
“Winter Tales: Southwest Circlequest,” 6:30 p.m. at the Dolores Public Library. Local outdoorsman Brett LeCompte’s second presentation on his four-month, 1,400-mile walkabout from the Rockies to the Grand Canyon and back. Details: DoloresLibrary.org or 882-4127.
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.
First Tuesday
Dolores Mountain Quilters meeting, 10 a.m. at the Dolores Community Center, 400 Riverside Ave. The program for March 1 features information on sewing machine maintenance by Sharleen Odell from Sew By So. 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.
Every Tuesday
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.
Mancos
Tuesday, March 1
Democratic Caucus Precinct 11, 7 p.m. at the Mt. Lookout Grange. Arrive on time and with identification such as a drivers license. Details: Montezuma County Democratic Party, 27885 U.S. 160, Cortez, co-chair Ric Plese, 970-739-4365.
Friday, march 4
Little Brother, the guitar and drum duo of Kevin Frazier and Isaac Kimbro, will play at Mancos Brewing Co. on Friday, March 4th, starting at 6:30 p.m. No cover charge.
Saturday, March 5
Small-scale farming workshop in Mancos at the Medicine Horse Center, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Topics include Crop Planning, Farm Layout, Rotations, Building soil, cover cropping, grazing management, principles of Soil Health, Irrigation Management.
Mancos Valley Distillery presents Devil’s Dram, of Farmington. Doors open at 5 p.m., music starts at 7 p.m. Cover charge: $3.
Sunday, March 6
Small-scale farming workshop in Mancos at the Medicine Horse Center, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Weed management topics include chemical and organic methods and weed ID. Tillage topics include draft horse demo, tillage considerations, and a no-till drill demo.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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
Friday-Sunday, Feb. 26-28
The annual Dave Spencer Ski Classic at Purgatory, to raise funds for Adaptive Sports Association winter and summer programs. Create a team of five and don your costume while skiing the slopes. Too receive sponsor benefits, businesses must submit by Feb. 8. Details: 970-259-0374 or events@asadurango.com.
Saturday, March 5
The Durango Independent Film Festival hosts actress Lindsay Wagner, 5 p.m., Henry Strater Theatre. Tickets available online or at the door.
Thursday, March 10
The Four Corners Back Country Horsemen’s monthly meeting, 7 p.m. at the La Plata County Fairgrounds. La Plata County Search & Rescue gives a presentation on back country first aid. Non-members welcome. Details: www.4cbch.org, 970-749-0316 or cathyroberts08@gmail.com.
Saturday, March 12
Durango Dharma Center Leader Erin Treat’s daylong retreat, “Liberating Awareness: Your Life is Your Practice,” 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., at 1800 E. Third Ave. Includes a lunch break from noon to 1 p.m. Register online at durangodharmacenter.org.
