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Mercy to offer free education to those with diabetes
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Mercy to offer free education to those with diabetes

October 27, 2018

The class is offered to anyone who has been diagnosed with prediabetes. Sheena Carswell and Marge Morris will lead the class that shows how to manage prediabetes and prevent the…

Chamber hosts coffee and talk Nov. 6
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Chamber hosts coffee and talk Nov. 6

October 26, 2018

Local First – Durango Creative District will be the guest speaker. Registration is required via durangobusiness.org.

New bakery Sweet Addition now open in Main Mall
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New bakery Sweet Addition now open in Main Mall

October 26, 2018

Owner Francilia Pena specializes in American and European pastries, paninis, desserts and cakes for special occasions. For more information, visit www.sweetadditiondurango.online.

Chamber YOUniversity takes place Thursday, Nov. 15
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Chamber YOUniversity takes place Thursday, Nov. 15

October 26, 2018

The workshop will focus on the structure of benefits for new and current Chamber members. Coffee and light snacks will be provided. The event is free to Chamber members, and…

Physical therapist joins Absolute Physical Therapy
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Physical therapist joins Absolute Physical Therapy

October 26, 2018

Earl has been a physical therapist in Durango for 24 years and is certified in spinal manipulation and dry needling. She has extensive experience treating orthopedic conditions. She specializes in…

Bridge scores
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Bridge scores

October 26, 2018

Oct. 18: Non-Life Master First: L. Hawk/C. Schadt Second: B. Chambers/J. Skjold Second: S. Croom/J. Goldstein Fourth: J. Mullins/M. Zempel Fifth: J. Mercer/J. Walter Oct. 19: Open Pairs First: W.…

Humane Society fundraiser to be held
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Humane Society fundraiser to be held

October 26, 2018

The gala benefits the La Plata County Humane Society, and the evening will include a live and silent auction, photo booth, presentation of the Animal Advocate of the Year award,…

Cafe au Play Halloween open house party Wednesday
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Cafe au Play Halloween open house party Wednesday

October 25, 2018

Children can wear costumes, or there will be costumes to share. The nonprofit organization offers a variety of child care activities throughout the week. For more information, visit www.durangocafeauplay.org or…

Rotary club meets Tuesday to talk Ballot 2A
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Rotary club meets Tuesday to talk Ballot 2A

October 25, 2018

Durango Mayor Sweetie Marbury and City Councilor Dick White will speak to the club about Ballot Question 2A in the November election. They will discuss what the initiative would fund…

9-R to host SEAC meetings
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9-R to host SEAC meetings

October 25, 2018

The SEAC will review goals for the year, the Individualized Education Plan and Process and Response to Intervention.

Two climate change discussions will be held Tuesday
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Two climate change discussions will be held Tuesday

October 24, 2018

Speakers will explore the science and solutions surrounding climate change. They include climate scientist Katharine Hayhoe with the office of Sen. Michael Bennet, Karin Kirk with Yale Climate Connections and…

Three Springs to hold Fall Festival on Saturday
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Three Springs to hold Fall Festival on Saturday

October 24, 2018

Activities include trick-or-treating, live music with Dave Mensch, a pumpkin patch and more. Attendees are asked to follow traffic and parking signs on the day of the event. Free event…

Cochlear Ear Support group seminar to be held Nov. 6
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Cochlear Ear Support group seminar to be held Nov. 6

October 23, 2018

The seminar will include information about health insurance coverage and Medicare. The group will have representatives at the meeting and audiologists and ENT physicians who have implanted Cochlear products.

Pre-ski season yoga to be held at Pine River Library
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Pre-ski season yoga to be held at Pine River Library

October 23, 2018

Yoga instructor Colleen Theobold will show simple yoga poses and mindfulness techniques to help improve skiing ability. Theobold will show ways to prevent injuries, even out muscle imbalances, improve strength…

Kiwanis Club of Durango to meet Thursday
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Kiwanis Club of Durango to meet Thursday

October 22, 2018

Frank Lockwood, executive director at the Durango Area Tourism Office, will speak with the club. The meeting is open to all and lunch is optional for $13. For more information,…

Celebration to be held for Bliss Bruen
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Celebration to be held for Bliss Bruen

October 22, 2018

Bruendu1-i-syn Friends and family will speak about Bruen’s life and legacy. A reception will be held afterward. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to further Bruen’s legacy by…