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Operation Christmas Child kicks off Saturday
Religion

Operation Christmas Child kicks off Saturday

October 20, 2017

du1-i-syn The donation drive gives community members the opportunity to help children who may be victims of war, poverty, disease and natural disaster. Through the weekend in the atrium at…

Rotary Club to hear from city of Durango officials
Community

Rotary Club to hear from city of Durango officials

October 19, 2017

du1-i-syn They will discuss the multiple fiscal challenges that the city is seeking to address, including the proposed property tax increase needed to adequately support the Durango Fire Protection District.…

Gem and Mineral Club will offer classes for students
Education

Gem and Mineral Club will offer classes for students

October 19, 2017

Classes, funded in part by a city arts and culture grant, will feature basic geologic concepts,with demonstrations and hands-on learning. Students will also be able to form and texture copper…

Destination Imagination to hold information night
Education

Destination Imagination to hold information night

October 19, 2017

Destination Imagination is a program for preschool through 12th-grade students that combines creativity, problem-solving and teamwork with science, technology and the arts. For more information, call Sheila at 764-7550, email…

Public forum to discuss Durango housing
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Public forum to discuss Durango housing

October 19, 2017

The meeting will discuss the department’s housing program and collect input from community members about: housing policies, regulations, fees, etc.; possible city actions, such as permanent-housing trust fund and land…

Mount Allison Grange to hold end-of-October supper
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Mount Allison Grange to hold end-of-October supper

October 19, 2017

du1-i-syn The menu includes ham, roast beef, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, hot rolls, salad, homemade pies, coffee and punch. Cost for adults is $12; kids 5 and younger…

SASO Chef’s Showcase Nov. 2 at Strater
Food

SASO Chef’s Showcase Nov. 2 at Strater

October 17, 2017

Sexual Assaults Services Organization has announced that its ninth annual Collaborative Chef’s Showcase will be held Nov. 2 at the Henry Strater Theatre. The showcase will feature a six-course meal…

FLC vice president to speak at Kiwanis meeting
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FLC vice president to speak at Kiwanis meeting

October 17, 2017

du1-i-syn Fort Lewis College vice president for advancement Mark Jastorff will speak about issues that face the college, such as the search for a new president and the possibility of…

Commuter programs to be discussed Friday
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Commuter programs to be discussed Friday

October 17, 2017

JERRY McBRIDE/Durango Herald file<br><br>Local First and city staff will offer a workshop about commuter programs from 1 to 3 p.m. Friday at the Carnegie Building, 1188 East Second Ave.du1-i-syn Those…

Buzz Club to meet Thursday
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Buzz Club to meet Thursday

October 17, 2017

The Four Corners Beekeepers Association Buzz Club will hold its last meeting of the year at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, at Florida Baptist Church, 30296 U.S. Highway 160.The Durango Herald file…

Marvel Grange to offer potluck, presentation
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Marvel Grange to offer potluck, presentation

October 17, 2017

A community potluck will be held at 6:30 p.m. Friday at Marvel Grange, 217 County Road 133, in Marvel.Durango Herald file At 7:15 p.m., American Senior Benefits will give a…

Self-Help Center to offer ‘family law day’
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Self-Help Center to offer ‘family law day’

October 16, 2017

Jerry McBride/Durango Herald file<br><br>The 6th Judicial District Self-Help Center will hold a free family law day from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday at La Plata County Courthouse, 1060 East…

Baha’is to celebrate birth of faith’s founder
Religion

Baha’is to celebrate birth of faith’s founder

October 16, 2017

Baha’u’llah was a spiritual teacher who announced a new revelation from God in 1863. His teachings of social transformation and community building have spread throughout the world. The event is…

Pine River Library to review 2018 budget
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Pine River Library to review 2018 budget

October 15, 2017

The Pine River Library Board of Trustees will hold its annual budget hearing at 5:30 p.m. Thursday in the Community Room at the library, 395 Bayfield Center Drive.Photo courtesy Pine…

Nursery and Supply to hold Harvest Fest
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Nursery and Supply to hold Harvest Fest

October 15, 2017

The event will feature live music by Bob’s Yr Uncle, hayrides through the “scarecrow stroll” and scary ghost shack, a barbecue, farm stand, kids games, activities, discounts and more. All…

AARP to hold October meeting
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AARP to hold October meeting

October 15, 2017

du1-i-syn Claire Ninde, director of communications for San Juan Basin Public Health, will speak a at 10:30 a.m. about services offered by the health department. The meeting is open to…

Snowdown event sign-up deadline announced
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Snowdown event sign-up deadline announced

October 14, 2017

Anyone who intends to host or coordinate an event must complete and submit an event form before the deadline. The 2018 Snowdown festival will be held Jan. 31 through Feb.…

Adult Education Center to start classes
Education

Adult Education Center to start classes

October 14, 2017

du1-i-syn Registration will be held Oct. 16-19. Child care is available for evening classes. For more information, call 385-4354 or visit www.durangoadulted.org.

Ska to hold fake-news trivia night
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Ska to hold fake-news trivia night

October 14, 2017

Community members are encouraged to attend and test their chops at the event. Attendees should brush up on the news before arriving. Ska and Durango Organics will provide door prizes,…

Lutheran church to hold Reformation Sunday
Religion

Lutheran church to hold Reformation Sunday

October 13, 2017

Attendees should arrive dressed in red for the celebration. Activities and fun for all will be featured. For more information, visit www.ctkdurango.org.