The Durango Botanical Society will offer the program “Creating an Illustrated Journal” from 9 to 11 a.m. Wednesdays from Jan. 21 to Feb. 25.

An illuminated journal is one that is handwritten and illustrated in the manner of a manuscript from the Middle Ages. Participants will learn how to create the grid system and develop the interplay between lettering and visual design. In this six-week course, people will complete their project and take away the skills needed to complete more.

To register, visit http://durangobotanicalsociety.com, email [email protected] or call 749-5642.

Airport illustrates its 20-year master plan

Durango-La Plata County Airport will host a community open house from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Wednesday at the Durango Transit Center, 250 W. Eighth St.

Members of the public will learn about the three alternatives for a Durango airport terminal as part of a 20-year master plan. Participants are invited to provide comments about the selection.

The public also is invited to take one of the “Go Where Your Bags Go” tours of the airport for a behind-the-scenes look at airport terminal operations. Tours are offered from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. the first Thursday of each month. Tours are limited in size. To sign up for a tour, visit www.durangogov.org/index.aspx?nid=202.

For more information, call 382-6050.

Snowdown to host party for event coordinators

Snowdown Durango will host its 2015 Steampunk Snowdown Event Coordinators Party at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday at The Lost Dog Bar & Lounge, 1150 Main Ave.

All 2015 Steampunk Snowdown event coordinators are expected to attend to receive their event prizes and their volunteer caps.

Appetizers and a cash bar will be provided. The 2015 Steampunk Snowdown schedule will include more than 100 events and will run from Jan. 29 to Feb. 2.

Kids’ Follies to be held at Durango Arts Center

Alpine Bank and the Durango Arts Center will present the 2015 Kids’ Follies: Steampunk Style at 5 and 7:30 p.m. Jan. 28 and Jan. 29 at the Durango Arts Center.

The program will feature more than 20 acts performed by children ages 8 to 18. The cost is $8 for DAC members, $10 for the general public and free for children 12 and younger.

For more information, visit www. DurangoArts.org.

TOP Pop-Up Shop to benefit arts center

New Face Productions will present a TOP Pop-Up Shop from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Jan. 30 and from noon to 5 p.m. Jan. 31 at 1006 Main Ave., which is next to Olde Tymer’s Cafe.

The Pop-Up Shop is a fundraiser to benefit the Durango Arts Center and support arts and culture in the region. The shop will feature designer label Hermosa – a line created by local designer Christina Erteszek and sold at Nordstrom.

Among the garments for sale will be lounge wear, tops, jackets, pants, robes, active wear and lingerie. There will be many one-of-a-kind samples for sale, as well. Also to be featured will be handbags by Oregon designer Jenn Hogan of DecoPony. Totes, wristlets and wallets in durable fabrics also will be available.

For more information, visit www. DurangoArts.org.

LGBTQ Identity Inc. to hold grand opening

Identity Inc. will host the grand opening of a new community center serving the LGBTQ community in San Juan County, New Mexico, and the Four Corners at 7 p.m. Jan. 31 at 218 West Main St. in Farmington.

The event will feature live music, refreshments and a silent auction. Identity Inc. supports the LGBTQ community and allies in San Juan County by providing a safe space and opportunities for growth through education, training, self-expression and links to community resources.

For more information, call (505) 716-3021.

Herald Staff