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Letter carriers to host Stamp Out Hunger food drive
Local News

Letter carriers to host Stamp Out Hunger food drive

May 3, 2019

Donations collected locally go directly to food pantries in Colorado. Last year, 71.6 million pounds of food was collected nationally. Almost 50 million Americans – 1 in 6 – are…

La Plata Quilters Guild to meet
Arts and Entertainment

La Plata Quilters Guild to meet

May 2, 2019

The program for this meeting will be Seminole Piecing, presented by Susan Smith. Smith is an award-winning quilter from the Durango area.

Durango Dancing with the Stars to be held Saturday
Arts and Entertainment

Durango Dancing with the Stars to be held Saturday

May 2, 2019

Similar to the popular TV show, nine local Durango dance duos will perform. The event will raise money for Durango Derailers, which supports travel expenses for families in the Durango…

Ballet Folklorico to host Cinco de Mayo celebration
Arts and Entertainment

Ballet Folklorico to host Cinco de Mayo celebration

May 2, 2019

The event will feature live dance performances, children’s activities, and dance music for all ages. The celebration is free and open to the public. In addition to the Sunday performance,…

Chapman Hill to host Disco Night
Local News

Chapman Hill to host Disco Night

May 2, 2019

On Saturday, a new public skating time will be offered from 6:30 to 9 p.m. with a light show and music. A daily pass is $5, and skate rentals are…

Home buyer education class Saturday
Local News

Home buyer education class Saturday

May 2, 2019

Participants must purchase a $15 workbook. Only one workbook per household is necessary. The workbook fee will be paid through PayPal at registration. To receive a certificate, participants are required…

City announces Animas River Trail maintenance
Local News

City announces Animas River Trail maintenance

May 2, 2019

This section of trail will remain open during construction. Trail users will be required to detour along the shoulder of the trail where the contractor is working and may face…

Wells Group agent honored
Business

Wells Group agent honored

May 1, 2019

With over 1.3 million Realtors in the country, Osborn said he is honored to be recognized by such a prestigious club. Osborn is licensed in both Colorado and New Mexico.…

Business After Hours will be May 16
Business

Business After Hours will be May 16

May 1, 2019

Wine will be provided by Fox Fire Farms and food will be from The Yellow Carrot. The business networking event is sponsored by the Durango Chamber of Commerce.

Steamworks to tap Pineapple Express firkin
Food

Steamworks to tap Pineapple Express firkin

April 30, 2019

du1-i-syn For this firkin, Steamwork’s brewers started with a base of the Sultan of Stoke, the brewery’s New England style or juicy IPA. “These IPAs are known for their low…

BID to host Spring Red Balloon event
Community

BID to host Spring Red Balloon event

April 30, 2019

More than 40 merchants will participate, offering activities, games, events, shopping and more. Participate in a Passport Program to win prizes from merchants. The Red Balloon Drop will take place…

Purpose Drive Project to host charity golf tournament
Community

Purpose Drive Project to host charity golf tournament

April 30, 2019

All proceeds will benefit children “aging out” of foster care by providing housing, job skills and life skills through The Purpose Driven Project, a 501(c)3. For more information or to…

Local woman to receive degree from Mount Olive
Education

Local woman to receive degree from Mount Olive

April 30, 2019

She enrolled at UMO in fall 2014 as an accounting major and leadership minor. Wright is set to graduate from UMO on Saturday. She is the daughter of Martha Winters…

Local Rotarian receives award
Community

Local Rotarian receives award

April 30, 2019

The award recognizes Williams for his devotion and exemplary efforts within the organization and community and his embodiment of Rotary’s motto, “Service Above Self.” Only 150 people each year out…

Powerhouse Science Center announces summer camps
Community

Powerhouse Science Center announces summer camps

April 30, 2019

Thirty camps are available for children ages 3-17. Campers will learn about woodworking, animals, renewable energy, engineering, space and much more. The first camp will start June 3, with a…

Durango High School to sponsor job, career fair
Education

Durango High School to sponsor job, career fair

April 30, 2019

Students will have the opportunity to meet potential employers; learn about opportunities and the hiring process; and make their best first impression aimed at getting an interview. Students are encouraged…

Durango Farmers Market to open
Community

Durango Farmers Market to open

April 30, 2019

The farmer’s market will be open every weekend from May 11 to Oct. 26. The farmers market will celebrate Mother’s Day by offering a free tomato plant or flower start…

Aztec Strong offers local scholarships
Education

Aztec Strong offers local scholarships

April 30, 2019

This year, two scholarships will be offered to Durango High School students. Fort Lewis College will also offer a four-year scholarship of $500 per semester, totaling $2,000. Students must be…

Bayfield library to host family game night on Friday
Pine River Times news

Bayfield library to host family game night on Friday

April 30, 2019

Play old favorites and learn new ones, including Candy Land, Exploding Kittens, Sushi GO!, Chutes and Ladders, Yahtzee, Connect Four, and more. Feel free to bring your own favorites with…

Renovated 49 Lounge at Sky Ute Casino opens
Pine River Times news

Renovated 49 Lounge at Sky Ute Casino opens

April 30, 2019

On Saturday, the 49 Lounge will show the running of the 145th Kentucky Derby on the new video wall. Also on Saturday, Sky Ute will be having a free horseshoe…

Diversity, equality talk to be held in Ignacio
Pine River Times news

Diversity, equality talk to be held in Ignacio

April 30, 2019

Dr. Nita Mosby Tyler will give the presentation. Tyler is the founder and principal trainer at The Equity Project, LLC. She was also recently named “9News 2019 Leader of the…

BID to host North Main District cleanup day
Local News

BID to host North Main District cleanup day

April 29, 2019

Volunteers are needed to help clean up the area the day before the North Main Event. Participants will gather at the fairgrounds between 8:30 and 8:45 a.m. for doughnuts and…

Learn about lightweight backpacking Tuesday
Local News

Learn about lightweight backpacking Tuesday

April 29, 2019

The San Juan Mountains Association will host a lightweight and ultralight backpacking seminar.du1-i-syn Presenters will be Will Rietveid and Janet Reichi, SJMA wilderness information specialists. Rietveid and Reichi are ultralight…

Bird club to take Mexican virtual visit
Local News

Bird club to take Mexican virtual visit

April 29, 2019

Durango Herald file<br><br>Members of the Durango Bird Club will take a virtual tour of El Triunfo Biosphere Reserve in southern Mexico at their meeting May 8.du1-i-syn The group will meet…