Local Briefs
Education
Planning meeting for future AHS campus to be held
The meeting will explore possibilities for the proposed location in Twin Buttes. All are welcome to attend.
Education
AHS fundraising, directors to meet
The Board of Directors will meet from 5 to 6 p.m. Wednesday at R Space, 734 East Second Ave.
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AHS transfer enrollment open through Friday
There are limited spaces available, and students must enroll by Friday. For more information visit bit.ly/2oY5tLh.
Community
Ecstatic Dance and yoga to be held
The event will start with light yoga for all ages and levels followed by DJ CodeStar (Ecstatic Dance) And a Closing Ceremony Sound Bath. The cost is $10.
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High Noon Rotary to meet Thursday
Bob Chaput, local Tesla owner, will give a talk called “All Things Tesla.” Community members are welcome to attend, and lunch is available for $17. For more information, visit www.durangohighnoonrotary.com.…
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New regulations for on-site wastewater treatment systems
The inspection reports must be submitted to San Juan Basin Public Health. Transfer of title inspections will be done by certified third-party inspectors. Inspectors can be found at nawt.org/search. The…
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Commissioner Julie Westendorff to hold Bayfield office hours
For more information, call 382-6219.
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Mercy to hold annual Blue Christmas service on Tuesday
The service is designed for those who find Christmas difficult because of the death or estrangement of a loved one, unemployment, loneliness, illness, loss of a pet or other hardship.…
Health
Freedom from Smoking series starts Jan. 8
The eight-week series will be led by a respiratory therapist and will offer individualized support to stop smoking permanently. Classes can accommodate up to 12 participants. Early registration is recommended.…
Health
Nightingale Luminary award nominations
The Nightingale Luminary Award recognizes outstanding nurses in the Four Corners and is Colorado’s highest nursing honor. Luminaries will be automatically entered into Colorado’s statewide Nightingale Luminary event held in…
Arts and Entertainment
Sorrel Sky announces 2019 schedule
April 5: One-Woman Show featuring Peggy Immel. May 10: One-Man Show during Spring Gallery Walk featuring Edward Aldrich. Sept. 20: Two-Person Show during Fall Gallery Walk featuring Jim Rey and…
Arts and Entertainment
Library to host local author meet and greet
Local authors will sell and sign their books, and there will be an open mic and refreshments. For more information, visit www.prlibrary.org.
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Rotary club to hear from exchange student
Animas High School senior Ella Brown will speak about her junior year as a Rotary exchange student in Zimbabwe, where she attended school and traveled in the country and elsewhere…
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Better Together to host caroling event Dec. 23
The carolers will visit Four Corners Health Care, Sunshine Gardens, Mercy Regional Medical Center and Manna. For more information, visit Better Together-Durango on Facebook.
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Durango’s winter bird count will be held Sunday
The public is invited to help the Durango Bird Club as it takes part in the nationwide census of wintering birds. Participants do not need to be experts at identifying…
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Senior Center participating in Project Merry Christmas
To contribute or for assistance, call Sheila Casey at 382-6442.
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City of Durango accepting applications for boards, commissions
Boards and commissions generally meet on a monthly basis. For available positions and to apply, visit www.durangogov.org/boards. Brief interviews with applicants will be scheduled with the City Council in January.…
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Free introduction to mindfulness offered Monday
Schmidt, a certified mindfulness teacher, will present an introduction to the “4 Keys of Mindfulness” as taught through the Mindful Life Program. The four keys are: attention – developing attention…
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Durango High School bands to perform Thursday
The Jazz Band will perform at the silent auction in the cafeteria. Tickets for the silent auction are $5 at the door. Children 5 and younger can attend for free.…
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Chapman Hill to host Holiday Disco Ball
Admission for adults will be $7 and youths $6. All skate rentals are $3. For more information, call Chapman Hill at 375-7395 or email [email protected].
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Wells Group to host block party Friday
Participants who bring an unwrapped toy to benefit Project Merry Christmas will receive a voucher to use at Ernie’s Bar, Cantera or Durango Craft Spirits.
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Adult Education Center to host winter GED graduation Dec. 20
The commencement speaker will be Hannah Wacasey, a 2016 GED graduate. Graduates, their family, friends and the public are invited to attend. The mission of the education center is to…
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Free dog behavior workshop to be held Wednesday
The session will give dog owners the tools and strategies to fix their dog’s behavior issues and be aware of personal behaviors that could trigger reactions. Marcy Eckhardt, certified professional…
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Kirtan will be offered Dec. 15 at Smiley Building
The event will feature Nuriya, Blue Lotus Feet and other local musicians. Kirtan is offered on the third Saturday of every month. The cost is $10.
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Senior center to host weight-loss class Wednesdays
The first meeting is free. For more information and cost, call Carol at (520) 705-3073.
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River Church to present a Charlie Brown Christmas
Tickets are $5. For more information and tickets, visit www.trcdurango.com.
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Kiwanis Club of Durango to meet Thursday
Allison Anderson, executive director of Know Your Dough, will speak to the club. The meeting is open to all, and an optional lunch is available for $13. For more information,…