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Cortez

The Montelores Early Childhood Council’s monthly luncheon, 11:45 a.m. in meeting room 110, in the Johnson Building, 925 South Broadway. The public is invited. Lunch provided, so RSVP to Vangi McCoy by calling 970-749-7017.

Amazing Authors Tour with Luci Tapahonso, author of “Saanii Dahataal,” 6 p.m., Cortez Public Library.

Natural Solutions essential oil class, 6:30 p.m., Eclectic Aromas LLC, 37 E. Main St.

For Pets’ Sake Humane Society’s Spring Yard Sale fundraiser, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m, at the Cortez Plaza Shopping Center, 2200 block of E. Main St. Donations accepted at the building Wednesday April 6, noon-6 p.m. and Wednesday April 13, 2-5 p.m. Call for early donation times and large item pickups: 970-565-PETS/7387.

Southwest Open School’s Charter Board meets, 5:15 p.m. in the student center, 401 N. Dolores Road. The public is invited. Details: 565-1150.

A screening of “The Champions,” about pit bulls rescued the fighting ring, at the Sunflower Theatre. Showtime at 7 p.m.; doors open at 6:15 p.m. Suggested donation: $5.

Cortez Low Vision Expo, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Calvin Denton Room, 801 N. Broadway. Speakers begin at 10 a.m. Lunch provided. hands-on demonstrations of low-vision devices. Details: Angela Kyle, 970-570-8001.

For Pets’ Sake Humane Society’s Spring Yard Sale fundraiser, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m, at the Cortez Plaza Shopping Center, 2200 block of E. Main St. Donations accepted at the building Wednesday April 13, 2-5 p.m. Call for other donation times and large item pickups: 970-565-PETS/7387.

Deadline to submit recipes for entry to the cookbook, “Great Sage Plain to Timberline Cookbook: Our Pioneer History.” Email recipes to Ann Brown at awbrown288@gmail.com or Halene West at 2labsrule@q.com or mail them to Montezuma County Historical Society, P.O. Box 218, Cortez, CO 81321. Details: June Head, 970-565-3880.

The Cortez Farmers Market 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.

The United Methodist Women host the women’s retreat “Joyful Nonsense,” 8:30 a.m. to noon, First United Methodist Church, 515 N. Park St. The Rev. Suzanne Listemann will compare the “world” and the “Kingdom” – contrasting worldly materialism and Biblical Kingdom. All women are invited. Details: 565-1509.

Deadline for applications for the 2016 Knights Memorial Scholarship, available at the Montelores Catholic Community Office, 28 E. Montezuma Ave., website www.montelorescatholic.org or through Tim O’Camb at 970-570-7384. Open high school grads of the Montelores community who plans an accredited postsecondary education.

Drugs and drug-use seminar, 7-9 p.m., Church of Christ, 631 E. Montezuma Ave. Presented by Cortez Police Detectives Tom Quinnett and Travis Peck. Details: 970-565-8441.

Four Corners 9/12 Group meets, 7 p.m. at the Baymont Inn & Suites, breakfast and meeting room. The event is co-sponsored with the Republican women of Montezuma County and hosts Kristen Tynan, CEO of “Fully Informed Jury Association.” What is the Constitutional role of a juror? Come and find out.

MCEDA’s annual meeting and lunch, noon to 2 p.m., Dolores Community Center, 400 Riverside Ave. Guest speaker Elizabeth Garner, of the state demographic office. Free lunch. RSVP Cjones@montezumaCEDA.com by April 10.

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 April Yard Sale and Pet Vaccination Clinic. All are welcome. Details: (970) 565-PETS/7387.

Montelores Early Childhood Council’s Family Night, 5:30–7 p.m. at the Johnson Building, 925 S. Broadway, Room 110.April’s theme is Science & Art, focusing on social/emotional skills for children birth to age 8. Free activities and dinner. RSVP to 970-564-3211 or mecc@monteloresecc.org.

Swap Till You Drop, 4-8 p.m. at Love on a Hanger, 34 E. Main St. Upscale clothing swap benefits RENEW & Wings Safehouse. Drop off clothing by April 20 at Love on a Hanger. Tickets: $10 with clothing; $15 without. Details: 970-565-9075.

For Pets’ Sake Humane Society’s Spring Low-Cost Dog & Cat Vaccination Clinic, 9 a.m. to noon at the IFA Country Store, 10501 Highway 491. A portion of each vaccine package will be donated to For Pets’ Sake. Info: 970-565-PETS(7387).

Solo blues artist Eli Cook performs at the Sunflower Theatre, 7:30 p.m., 8 East Main St.

The Cortez Lions Club hosts the 6W District Convention, Baymont Inn, 2321 E. Main St., and Creative Genius Destination Grill and Conference Room. Details: Irene Aldaz, 970-565-3830.

The 22nd annual Pueblo to Pueblo Run & Bike Event, featuring a 5k run, half-marathon and 25-mile bike ride at the Cortez Cultural Center. Details: Sensa @ 565-1151 ext. 11 or sensa@cortezculturalcenter.org.

SouthWest Colorado Concerts presents its last concert of the season, a quartet of piano, bass and drums led by trumpet virtuoso Jens Lindeman, at 7 p.m. at the M-CHS auditorium. Doors open at 6:30. Single tickets on sale at 6:40 – $20/adult, $5/student – and 2016-17 tickets on sale at 6 p.m. Details: Joyce Stevenson 565-4757 or Lindsay Havran 565-7676.

“The Golden (?) Rule” is 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. at St. Barnabas Church, 110 W. North St. Questions required. No answers promised. Details: 565-7865.

Free eviction clinic for landlords and tenants, 3:30 p.m., at the Justice Building, 601 N. Mildred Road. No legal advice. Attendees learn about the eviction process and court forms. Details: Donna, at 970-565-7580.

The annual Ute Mountain-Mesa Verde Birding Festival’s Local Lakes Tour, to view waterfowl, waders and shorebirds. Pre-registration required for tours and Saturday banquet. Registration and walk-ins accepted for lectures at Cortez Cultural Center. Details: www.utemountainmesaverdebirdingfestival.com and 970-565-1151.

The Ute Mountain-Mesa Verde Birding Festival tours RSL Ranch, on Summit Ridge between Mancos and Dolores. Participants travel by van; seating is on a first-come, pre-registration basis. Register at www.utemountainmesaverdebirdingfestival.com. Call 970-565-1151.

Sixth Annual Dairy Goat Information Day, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 20198 County Road P in Cortez. See animals and get advice and demonstrations on care and maintenance. Multiple breeds represented, some for sale. Equipment available for sale.

Amazing Authors Tour with Kevin Fedarko, published in “The Best American Travel Writing,” 6 p.m., Cortez Public Library.

Free nondenominational silent meditation, in the Johnson Building at 7 p.m. at 925 Broadway, No. 184. Call (970) 560-2822.

Cortez Public Library computer and tech tutoring, 202 N. Park. Call 970-565-8117 or visit the library for an appointment.

Cortez Emblem Club No. 261 meets, 6:30 p.m. the first Monday every month at the Cortez Elks Lodge. Details: 565-2197.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

4 Corners Republican Women’s Club meets, 11:30 a.m. at the Cortez Elks Lodge. Details: 565-2197.

The Cortez Beading Guild meets, noon in the Cortez library conference room. All skill levels and talents welcome. Details: 970-529-0149.

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.

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.

One-on-one computer and tech tutoring, Cortez Public Library, 202 N. Park St. Details: 970-565-8117 or at the library.

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.

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.

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. April schedule: April Fool’s Day, April 7; Turtles, April 14; Butterfly Kisses, April 27; Arbor Day, April 28. 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

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, 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).

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.

Registration for kindergarten for the 2016-17 school year, noon to 6 p.m. at Dolores Elementary School. Bring a birth certificate for the child, immunization records and proof of residence. Children must be 5 years old before Sept. 1, 2016.

Personal Finance Lecture Series, 6 p.m. Dolores Public Library. Pam Moore, of La Plata Homes Fund, discusses household budget goals and making a budget you can live with. Details: 970-882-4127.

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.

Personal Finance Lecture Series, 6 p.m., Dolores Public Library. Adviser Andrew Cuckie, of Edward Jones, discusses safe investment strategies. Details: 970-882-4127.

Personal Finance Lecture Series, 1 p.m., Dolores Public Library. Pam Moore, of La Plata Homes Fund, reviews home loan options and the home loan application process. Details: 970-882-4127.

Bingo Night at the Dolores Community Center, with dinner at 6:30 p.m. and bingo at 7 p.m. Proceeds help support the Dolores Community Center. Details: Chris Trusler, 970-570-9425.

Personal Finance Lecture Series, 6 p.m., Dolores Public Library. Pam Moore, of La Plata Homes Fund, focuses on understanding a credit report and ways to improve your score. Details: 970-882-4127.

Personal Finance Lecture Series, 6 p.m., Dolores Public Library. Donna Dyer, of Dolores State Bank, reviews the latest information on methods of identity theft and how to protect yourself. Details: 970-882-4127.

Dolores Mountain Quilters meeting, 10 a.m. at the Dolores Community Center, 400 Riverside Ave. The program for the April 5th meeting will be a demonstration by Gail Aspromonte from Quilt-It-Yaya on the HQ Sweet Sixteen sit-down quilting machine. Guests and visitors are welcome. Info: doloresmountainquilters.org or 719-850-0923.

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.

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.

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.

Country guitarist and singer Ole Bye performs alternative country music, 6 p.m. at the Mancos Brewing Co.

Annual Homegrown Food Retreat, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Mancos School Cafeteria, 301 Grand Ave. Learn how to graft apple trees, start a cooperative, buy local produce for your business, map food in your community, and more. Suggested donation: $20.

The Mancos Valley Distillery presents Not Quite Dry, 8 p.m. Doors open at 5 p.m.. Cover charge: $3. “Tastes Like Friday” cocktails and specials will be available.

The Mancos Valley Lions sponsored 9 Health Fair, 7-11:30 a.m. at the Mancos Middle School. Various screenings will be available. Details and volunteers: 970-533-7180.

Poetry night for all ages, 6:30 p.m. at the Mancos library. Open Mic Night celebrates National Poetry Month with David Feela and Tim Kercher. Registration isn’t required. Performances limited to 5 minutes. Details:

Pictorial Copper Enameling with Jim and Dian Law, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Mt. Lookout Grange. Create a picture with a copper enamel process at the Mancos School of the West.

Radical Dimensions in Glass Mosaic workshop, with Kelley Knickerbocker, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Mancos School of the West. Workshop size: Eight to 15, Fee: $400. Register by May 1.

Gourd Ocean Drum workshop, 10 to 4 p.m., Mancos School of the West. Construct and decorate an ocean drum out of a large canteen gourd. Workshop size: 3-6. Cost: $85 person, with materials. Register: www.schoolofthewest.org/

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.

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.

The Mancos Water Conservancy District board meets, 7 p.m. at the district’s office, 42599 Road N, Mancos. Info: Gary Kennedy, 533-7325.

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.

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.

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.

Play video games at the Mancos Public Library, until 5 p.m.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

The La Plata County Extension Office’s food safety course, 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on April 5 at the La Plata Fairgrounds Extension Building, 2500 Main Ave. Cost: $35. Details: Wendy Rice at (970) 382-6461.

Great Decisions, an international affairs discussion group, presents “The Koreas,” 11:45 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. at the Durango Public Library. Attendance is free and attendees are welcome to bring a lunch.

Training for cottage food producers, 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at La Plata County Fairgrounds, 2500 Main Ave. Cost: $30. Preregister by 5 p.m., April 1. Details: Wendy Rice, 970-382-6461 or wendy.rice@co.laplata.co.us. Preregister with Angela Fountain, 970-382-6465.

Volunteers of America kicks off Wear the Love Campaign, to raise support for the Durango Community Shelter and Southwest Safehouse, 4-7 p.m., at the Taylor Raymond Gallery (835 Main Ave.). Details: 970- 259-1021.

The Healing Spirits aftercare group hosts a Children’s Pow Wow, 1 p.m. at Ignacio Middle School. Doors open at 11 a.m. Round dances, two-step, exhibition, and inter-tribal dancing. Concessions and booths available. Details: 970-563-4555.

ServSafe food training, 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the La Plata County Fairgrounds Extension Building’s Florida Room, 2500 Main Ave., Cost: $120. Exam: $35 (bring a laptop). Details: Wendy Rice at (970) 382-6461. Preregister at the Extension Office before April 7.

Green Business Roundtable, noon, Henry Strater Theater. Community forester Vince Urbina is the guest speaker. RSVP to info@sanjuancitizens.org by 9 a.m., April 11. Cost: $15 in advance, $18 for walk-ins.

Annual Southwest Colorado Tourism Summit, at the Ross Aragon Community Center in Pagosa Springs. Register and review the summit agenda at visit www.swtourismsummit.com.

The Four Corners Back Country Horsemen’s monthly meeting, 7 p.m. at Bayfield Town Hall. Non-members are welcome. Conservation officer Ty Smith shares information about Colorado predators.