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Tuesday, September 7, 2010Energy Star HomeTour
Take a tour of an ENERGY STAR Home under Construction! See what it takes to construct an ENERGY STAR Home from the inside out. Greg and Hunter Mantell-Hecathorn of Mantell-Hecathorn Builders will give tours Tuesday, September 7th at 12:30 and 2:30 PM. The Open House will take place from 12-4 PM. RSVP for more information and event location by emailing teresa@fourcore.org or by calling 970-259-1916, or go to www.fourcore.org [four is spelled out] for more information.Wednesday, September 8, 2010
Paradox Strengthening Communities Fund Pre-Application Workshop
The Paradox Strengthening Communities Fund will be hosting pre-application workshops for those interested in their second round of grants. These grants are open to nonprofit, community, and faith based organizations interested in addressing broad economic recovery issues. The grant focuses on the communities of western San Miguel, Montrose, Dolores and Montezuma counties.Thursday, September 9, 2010 to Saturday, September 11, 2010
Poetry Corner Presents...Art Goodtimes
Art Goodtimes is back! Poet, journalist, four-term Green county commissioner and dynamic performer, Art's latest book, As If the World Really Mattered, won accolades in Bloomsbury Review and Poetry Flash. There is a Reading & Open Mic on September 9th at 7 p.m., and a Gourd Circle & Workshop on September 10th at 10 a.m. at the Cortez Public Library. For more information, call the library at 565-8117.Thursday, September 9, 2010
Southwest Memorial Hospital Presents Lecture on Emotional Health
Local psychiatrist Lori Raney, MD, will be the featured speaker at the next "Staying Healthy" lecture at Southwest Memorial Hospital. Dr. Raney will present “Nurturing Your Emotional Health” on Thursday, September 9 at 7:00 p.m. in the hospital cafeteria, 1311 N. Mildred Road in Cortez. Participants will learn about the origins of emotional distress, find out how common mental disorders are identified and treated, and learn how to take care of themselves with an Emotional Wellness Plan. The lecture is free and open to the public. For more information contact Susan at 564-2156.Thursday, September 9, 2010
The Mighty Diamonds at The Abbey Theater
The long-standing reggae trio The Mighty Diamonds will play at the Abbey Theater in Durango on Thursday, September 9th at 10pm. Go to www.abbeytheater.com or call 970-385-1711 for tickets and information.Thursday, September 9, 2010
"Minds In Motion" Fundraiser
Southwest Open School (SWOS) will be hosting a free concert on Thursday, September 9th from 5-7 PM at 401 N. Dolores Rd. in Cortez. This event is the closing celebration for the "Minds in Motion" fundraiser event to benefit the travel program at SWOS. Bands will include local favorites Poison Candy, The Lindells, and Psyality. Come rock out and help celebrate alternative education! SWOS can be reached at 565-1150.Thursday, September 9, 2010
Garage a Trois at The Llama
Hardcore jazz punkers Garage a Trois play at The Llama in Telluride on Thursday, September 9th at 10:30pm. Tickets at the door or call 970-728-5114 for more information.Thursday, September 9, 2010
The Story of Corn: From Teosinte to Ethanol
Crow Canyon Archaeological Center educator Paul Ermigiotti will reveal how ancient cultivation changed a wild grass into what we know today as corn. This Four Corners Lecture Series presentation will be at Crow Canyon, 23390 Road K, Cortez, at 7:00 p.m. and is free of charge. Call 565-8975 for information.Friday, September 10, 2010
Aspen Guard Station Artist-in-Residence Art Show
The public is invited to the annual Artists Reception for the Aspen Guard Station Art Show on Friday, September 10, 2010, from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. at the Cortez Cultural Center, 25 N. Market Street. Participants will be able to meet the artists from last year’s Artist-in-Residence Program and view the artwork inspired by their stays at the historic Aspen Guard Station. Refreshments will be served. The show will be on display through the month of September.Friday, September 10, 2010
Aspen Guard Station Artist in Residence Music Presentation
Aspen Guard Station Artist in Residence Juantio Becenti of Cortez, an award-winning Navajo composer, will offer a free discussion on music at 3:30 p.m. on Friday, September 10th at the Cortez Cultural Center. Becenti will play a recorded selection from his Sonata for Solo Cello No. 1, which was inspired by his residency at the historic cabin last year. He will also discuss his thoughts on what music means to him, why it matters to society, and the music of other composers.Friday, September 10, 2010
Jonathan Tyler & The Northern Lights at The Abbey Theater
Rock-soul powerhouse Jonathan Tyler & The Northern Lights will play at the Abbey Theater in Durango on Friday, September 10th at 9pm. Go to www.abbeytheater.com or 970-385-1711 for tickets and information.Saturday, September 11, 2010
Colorado Housing Incorporated
Colorado Housing Incorporated has helped over 200 families in Southwest Colorado build and own new energy efficient and affordable homes. More information is available by calling 970-264-6950 or visiting Coloradohousinginc.com.Saturday, September 11, 2010
Dodging Bullets at FLC
Dodging Bullets is a one-man drama about facing life's challenges. It will be performed in the Fort Lewis College Mainstage Theatre on Saturday, September 11th at 7:30 p.m. The cost is $18, and there is mature content.Saturday, September 11, 2010
SEPTEMBER LOW-COST DOG & CAT VACCINATION CLINIC
For Pets' Sake Humane Society will host a Low-Cost Dog & Cat Vaccination Clinic from 9:00 am to Noon Saturday, September 11th at the IFA Country Store, 10501 Highway 491 in Cortez. Dog & cat vaccine packages (which include rabies) are $35.00 each, or $12.00 for rabies only. Exact change is appreciated, checks are OK, no credit cards please. Dogs must be on leashes. Cats must be in carriers. A portion of each package purchased will be donated to For Pets' Sake. For more information, call the Humane Society at 565-PETS(7387).Saturday, September 11, 2010
Durango Contra Dance
A Contra Dance class and dance will be held on September 11th at Park Elementary, 510 E. 6th Ave. in Durango. Beginner dance instruction starts at 7pm, following by a Contra Dance at 7:30 with the Kitchen Jam Band and caller Wendy Graham. All dances are taught and called. No partner is necessary, and dancers of all ages and abilities are welcome. Admission is $10. First-timers will get a pass to come back for free. For more information call 970-385-9292.Sunday, September 12, 2010
High School Leadership Montezuma
High School Leadership Montezuma is a nine-month leadership development program for high school sophomores and juniors running from September through May. Participants in the program come together one full school day a month to gain skills, knowledge, experiences, and to be positive changes in their communities. To get an application, or to learn more, contact Alex Prime at alexprime@mac.com.Monday, September 13, 2010
Montelores Early Childhood Council Meeting
The Montelores Early Childhood Council (MECC) will hold their next monthly meeting on Monday, September 13th, at 11:45 a.m. at the Church of Christ annex on the corner of Adams St. and Montezuma Ave. in Cortez. The annex is located across from Kemper Elementary. All are invited to these meetings, especially parents. Dinner will be provided. Please RSVP to MECC’s coordinator, Vangi McCoy by email at mecc.coordinator@gmail.com, by mail at PO Box 1725, Cortez, CO 81321, or by phone at 749-7017. MECC is made up of concerned professionals and citizens who wish to improve the lives and opportunities of children in Montezuma and Dolores counties. Thank you for your dedication to the important work of early childhood!Wednesday, September 15, 2010
Shamanic Destiny Retrieval Workshop
Join Shamanic practitioner Carla Fox for a Destiny Retrieval workshop on Wednesday September 15th at 7 PM at the Cortez Cultural Center. With several guided shamanic journeys, participants will have the opportunity to create a new pathway to a more productive and exciting future. Call 565-2624 for information.Friday, September 17, 2010 to Sunday, September 19, 2010
Pickin' in the Pines Bluegrass & Acoustic Music Festival
Hear a unique blend of traditional and contemporary bluegrass and other acoustic genres at this year’s festival in Flagstaff, AZ. Seldom Scene, Audie Blaylock & Redline, John Reischman & the Jaybirds, and more, plus workshops, band contest, jamming. Free admission for kids 16 & under. Tickets at pickininthepines.orgFriday, September 17, 2010 to Sunday, September 19, 2010
Writers Workshop Pre-Registration Deadline is August 27th
The Cortez Cultural Center is sponsoring a writers workshop September 17-19, featuring award-winning authors Kathleen & Michael Gear, Beth & Bill Sagstetter, Ray Williamson, and Fred Blackburn. The workshop focus is on both fiction and non-fiction skills in "penning pre-history." Early registration deadline is August 27th. For more information, call 565-7272 or 565-1151.Friday, September 17, 2010 to Sunday, September 19, 2010
Telluride Blues and Brews Festival
17th annual Telluride Blues and Brews is on! Headliners George Thorogood, Derek Trucks, Susan Tedeschi, B.B. King, plus Jimmy Vaughn, Otis Taylor, Beth Hart Band and more. The full lineup is found at tellurideblues.com, or you can use the toll free number 866-515-6166 to find out more.Friday, September 17, 2010
Primitive Skills, Medicinal and Edible Plants Workshop
A primitive skills, medicinal and edible plants workshop with Doug Simons will be held in Young, Arizona on September 17th. Classes will include plant communication, medicinal and edible plants, medicine making, fire by friction, herbal first aid, and basketry. Please contact Deb Buck for registration and details at (970) 946-7223.Friday, September 17, 2010 to Sunday, September 19, 2010
Writing the Cultural Landscape: Giving Voice to People & Place
The Cortez Cultural Center will host a writers workshop September 17-19 featuring international bestselling authors Kathleen & Michael Gear, among others. The pre-registration deadline has been extended to Sept 17. The focus of the workshop will be historical fiction and non-fiction writing. For more information, call 565-1151 or 565-7272.Friday, September 17, 2010 to Sunday, September 19, 2010
Telluride Blues and Brews Festival
The 17th Annual Telluride Blues and Brews Festival will be held September 17th through 19th, featuring a lineup of great blues artists and tasty brews. This year's lineup includes George Thorogood & The Destroyers, The Derek Trucks & Susan Tedeschi Band, B.B. King, Galactic, and many more. Get more information and purchase tickets at www.tellurideblues.com or by calling 1-866-515-6166.Saturday, September 18, 2010 to Tuesday, September 21, 2010
Griffin & Sabine and Beyond, Nick Bantock: A Retrospective
On September 18th, The Museum of Outdoor Arts in Englewood, Colorado, will present Griffin & Sabine and Beyond, Nick Bantock: A Retrospective. The exhibition will be the artist’s first ever retrospective and his first show in the United States. For the exhibition, Bantock is creating 80 new paintings or drawings. Approximately 70 pieces of original art from his “Griffin & Sabine” trilogy will be on exhibit as well. On September 18th the museum will hold a book signing from 4 to 5 pm, which will be followed by an artist reception from 5 to 9 pm. The opening is free and open to the public. The Museum of Outdoor Arts is located on the second floor of the Englewood Civic Center. For more information visit www.moaonline.org or call (303) 806-0444.Saturday, September 18, 2010
Maura O'Connell
Maura O'Connell is a captivating stylist, introspective chanteuse, musical explorer, and Celtic & folk songwriter's singer. She will be performing in the Fort Lewis College Community Concert Hall on Saturday, September 18th at 7:30 p.m.ONGOING EVENTS
Monday, February 15, 2010 to Monday, February 15, 2011Hisatsinom Meetings
Hisatsinom, the Montezuma County Chapter of the Colorado Archaeological Society, meets the first Tuesday of each month for lectures. The organization is also actively involved in field trips, camping trips, archaeological survey and excavation, as well as some upcoming stabilization and community service projects. For more information on this month's speaker or joining Hisatsinom, please call Diane McBride at 560-1643.Monday, March 1, 2010 to Monday, March 1, 2011
Job Corps
Job Corps is an all-expenses paid vocational and educational training program for 16-24 year-olds who are ready to create a future for themselves. Job Corps helps individuals complete high school education or learn a marketable trade. Job Corps is open entry and self-paced. Call 970-565-9523 for more information.Tuesday, April 20, 2010 to Tuesday, December 20, 2011
Meeting Mesa Verde Amateur Radio Operators
The Mesa Verde Amateur Radio Operators meet monthly on the second Thursday at 7:00 pm at the Cortez Journal Conference Room. For questions, contact Ray Owens at 565-7186.Tuesday, May 11, 2010 to Tuesday, December 30, 2011
AA and Al-Anon Meetings
Meeting times of AA and Al-Anon meetings in the area are posted on the KSJD website. Please visit ksjd.org, click on "calendar" then look under "Ongoing Events". You may also call their answering service at 565-6242.Saturday, June 5, 2010 to Saturday, October 26, 2010
Cortez Public Library Children's Saturday Storytime at the Farmers' Market
The Cortez Farmers' Market will host the Cortez Public Library's Saturday Storytime every Saturday at 9:30 am. It's a half hour of songs, stories and silliness. Attending one of these Storytimes allows kids to log an hour on their summer reading logs. Each month features a new theme and each week will be a different unit. Each program will also be performed on the previous Thursday at 10:00 a.m. at the library.Wednesday, June 16, 2010 to Wednesday, June 16, 2011
Southwest Colorado Greens Meeting
Every third Wednesday of the month from 6:30-8:30 pm, the Southwest Colorado chapter of the Green Party meets to welcome members and others interested in discussing local & national topics. The June 16th meeting will be held @ 27410 Road P 2 just off the Highway 145. Please call Jim Skvorc (skortz)@ 970-903-0944 for more info and directions.Wednesday, June 23, 2010 to Wednesday, September 30, 2010
Special Mesa Verde National Park Back-Country Hikes
Mesa Verde’s back-country is normally closed to the public, but this summer the park is offering three daily, ranger-led hikes to the back-country destinations of Mug House, Spring House, and a special Wetherill Mesa Experience. Leave the pavement and crowds behind. Learn more by calling 970-529-4445 or visit mesaverdeinstitute DOT orgWednesday, June 30, 2010 to Wednesday, December 15, 2010
Pinon Project Responsible Fatherhood program
The Responsible Fatherhood program at The Piñon Project is a free support group that helps fathers work through tough situations and build better relationships with their children. The program meets every Wednesday evening from 6 to 8 pm at 300 North Elm Street in Cortez. Childcare and dinner are provided. Call The Piñon Project at 564-1195 for more information.Thursday, July 1, 2010 to Thursday, July 1, 2011
Character Council
Character Council is held the first Thursday of every month at the Sheriff's Department from 12 noon to 1:30 PM. Learn how different character traits are promoted within our community. A small flame can cast a light a surprising distance, and one person's choices can affect many others. To learn more about Character Council call 564-1195.Thursday, July 1, 2010 to Thursday, September 6, 2010
Plein Air Painters Art Show
The Plein Air Painters of the Four Corners will present their recent work at the Anasazi Heritage Center from July 1 through September 6 (Labor Day). The museum is 3 miles west of Dolores and is open daily from 9 to 5 throughout the summer.Tuesday, August 24, 2010 to Tuesday, December 31, 2010
Open Mic Night at Blondies
Open Mic Night will be on Thursday Nights at Blondies Pub at 45 East Main Street in Cortez. Brett Pejsa (pay-suh), the host of the stage, will record you and with your permission put you on his radio show Ramblewood, playing every other Sunday from 6-8 PM on KSJD, your Dryland Community Radio. Come on out to Open Mic Night at Blondies Pub in Cortez, you'll be glad you did!Thursday, September 2, 2010 to Thursday, October 2, 2010
Cortez Public Library Children's Storytime
"Yippee, Here We Go Again!" is the September theme of Storytime at the Cortez Public Library. Storytime is held every Thursday at 10:30 a.m. for preschool children and every Saturday through October, at 10:00 a.m. at the Cortez Farmers Market on the corner of Elm and Main streets in Cortez. Older children are welcome to participate in the Thursday craft at 11:15 a.m. Thursday, September 2nd and Saturday, September 4th, will introduce "Who Lives in My House?" "What I Did This Summer" will be the focal point for Thursday, Sept. 9th and Saturday, Sept. 11th. "The Number 5" will be celebrated on Sept. 16th and Sept. 18th. Sept. 23rd's and Sept. 25th's subject is "Circles" and the month will wrap up with "Bathtime" on Sept. 30th and October 2nd. Storytime offers songs, stories, crafts and silliness and uses the Early Childhood Literacy Initiative program. For more information, contact the library at 970-565-8117.Friday, September 3, 2010 to Friday, September 6, 2010
