{"id":100773,"date":"2018-03-29T10:20:46","date_gmt":"2018-03-29T16:20:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dh.durangoherald.com\/tj\/community-calendar-a-look-at-coming-events\/"},"modified":"2018-03-29T10:20:46","modified_gmt":"2018-03-29T16:20:46","slug":"community-calendar-a-look-at-coming-events","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dh.durangoherald.com\/tj\/community-calendar-a-look-at-coming-events\/","title":{"rendered":"Community Calendar: A look at coming events"},"content":{"rendered":"<figure class=\"wp-block-image naviga-inline-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/imengine.public.prod.dur.navigacloud.com\/?uuid=72220e39-9082-4343-b263-1ce41e64d64e&amp;function=cover&amp;type=preview&amp;source=false&amp;width=2000\" srcset=\"https:\/\/imengine.public.prod.dur.navigacloud.com\/?uuid=72220e39-9082-4343-b263-1ce41e64d64e&amp;function=cover&amp;type=preview&amp;source=false&amp;width=800 800w, https:\/\/imengine.public.prod.dur.navigacloud.com\/?uuid=72220e39-9082-4343-b263-1ce41e64d64e&amp;function=cover&amp;type=preview&amp;source=false&amp;width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/imengine.public.prod.dur.navigacloud.com\/?uuid=72220e39-9082-4343-b263-1ce41e64d64e&amp;function=cover&amp;type=preview&amp;source=false&amp;width=1800 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 480px) 100vw, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 2000px\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" alt=\"Two of Mancos-based Rocky Draw Ag Services\u2019 lambs, both less than a month old. These lamps won\u2019t be destined to the Easter dining table, owner Tyler Willbanks said. He plans to give the lambs to the 4-H Club.\" class=\"naviga-image\" loading=\"lazy\"><figcaption><span class=\"caption\">Two of Mancos-based Rocky Draw Ag Services\u2019 lambs, both less than a month old. These lamps won\u2019t be destined to the Easter dining table, owner Tyler Willbanks said. He plans to give the lambs to the 4-H Club.<\/span><span class=\"credit\">Emily Rice\/The Journal<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><em class=\"mwc_headline2-18\">Cortez<\/em><\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Thursday, March 29<\/div>\n<p><em class=\"mwc_headline2-18\">Cortez<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Holy Week Laity service,<\/strong> First United Methodist Church, 515 Park St. Details: Louie, 970-749-7886.<\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Maundy Thursday,<\/strong> 7 p.m., Trinity Lutheran Church, 208 N. Dolores Road.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Friday, March 30<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Good Friday service,<\/strong> 7 p.m., Trinity Lutheran Church, 208 N. Dolores Road.<\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Holy Week Laity service,<\/strong> Evangel Assembly of God, 209 W. Fifth St. Details: Louie, 970-749-7886.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Saturday, March 31<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Free community Easter egg hunt,<\/strong> 11 a.m., at Four Seasons Greenhouse and Nursery, 26650 Road P. For kids ages 10 and under.  Hosted by Battle Rock 4-H Club.<\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Cortez Rotary Annual Easter Egg Hunt,<\/strong> off Park Street, between Montezuma Avenue and Main Street. Kids assemble at 9:45 a.m., and hunt begins at 10 a.m. sharp \u2013 don\u2019t be late, the eggs go fast. Specific areas for kids ages 0-3, 4-6, and 7-10. The \u201ceggs\u201d will contain candy or coins. Also, a chance to enroll kids age birth to 5 years in Imagination Library program \u2013 a free book each month.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Sunday, April 1<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Easter Sunday,<\/strong> 6:30 and 9 a.m., Trinity Lutheran Church at 208 N. Dolores Road.<\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Easter Sunday brunch,<\/strong> 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Cortez Elks. Public invited. Cost: $12. Bacon, ham, eggs, potatoes, biscuits and gravy. RSVP preferred. Details: 970-565-3557 after 4 p.m.<\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Sunrise Easter service,<\/strong> with bell choir and special music, 6:30 a.m., St. Barnabas Church, corner of North and Elm. All will be warmly welcomed. Details: 565-7865.<\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Easter Sunday services,<\/strong> Lighthouse Baptist Church, 11502 Colorado Highway 145.  Sunrise Service at 6:45 a.m. at M-CHS\u2019 practice field, 418 S. Sligo, followed by the  Morning Worship Service at 10:45 a.m. at Lighthouse Baptist Church. Details: 565-9302.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Monday, April 2<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Montezuma County Public Health Department open house,<\/strong> 1:30-3:30 p.m., at 106 W. North St. Celebrate the power of prevention, advocating for healthy and fair policies, sharing strategies for successful partnerships and championing the role of a strong public health system. Details: 970-565-3056.<\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Glenn Miller Orchestra,<\/strong> 7 p.m. at Montezuma-Cortez High School\u2019s Ralph E. Vavak Memorial Auditorium. Presented by  SouthWest Colorado Concert Association. Details: Jason Witt, 970-570-9051.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Tuesday, April 3<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Four Corners Lecture Series,<\/strong> presented by the Hisatsinom Chapter of the Colorado Archaeology Society, with Kathryn Turney at 7 p.m. at the Methodist Church, 515 Park St, to discuss \u201cSocial Consequences of Land Loss: Navajo Oral History, Ethnoarchaeology, and Spatial Analysis at Wupatki National Monument, Arizona.\u201d Details: Kari Schleher at 505-269-4475.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Wednesday-Saturday, April 4-7<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">For Pets\u2019 Sake Humane Society\u2019s Spring Yard Sale fundraiser,<\/strong> 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the old Walmart building in the Cortez Plaza Shopping Center, 2200 block of E. Main St. New treasures every day. Donations accepted at the building Tuesday, April 3, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. and Wednesday, April 11, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Volunteers needed! For early donation times and pickup of large items call: 970-565-PETS\/7387.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Friday-Saturday, April 6-7<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Four Corners Home and Garden Show,<\/strong> 10 a.m.-5 p.m. on Friday and 9 a.m.-4 p.m. on Saturday, Montezuma County Fairgrounds. Sponsorship packet: bit.ly\/2AOQWos. Booth price and availability: bit.ly\/2jA2kBa. Details: <a href=\"mailto:events@fourcornersbuilders.com\">events@fourcornersbuilders.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Sunday, April 8<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Montezuma Community Barn Dance,<\/strong> 3-5:30 p.m., Legacy Dance, 20 W. Main St. Contras, squares and waltzes will be called by Wendy Graham Settle; music by Six Dollar String Band. No experience or partner needed. Cost: adults $10; students $5. Family discounts available.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Tuesday, April 10<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">\u201cAnd A Little Child Shall Leave Us \u2013 Where?\u201d will be the topic at the \u201cHow You Can Be Part of a Christian Community with Integrity and Not Believe All Those Things You Thought You Had to Believe,<\/strong>\u201d at 6:30pm. Join us at St. Barnabas Church \u2013 110 W. North St. Questions required. No answers promised. Details: 565-7865.<\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Job fair,<\/strong> 9-11 a.m., Southwest Colorado Community College 33057 U.S. Highway 160. More than a dozen employers are expected to be on hand with full-time, part-time and seasonal jobs. Dress for success and bring a resume. Free resume workshops on Tuesday, April 3 at 10 a.m. and on Thursday, April 5 at 1 p.m. in Room 110. Advisers and campus tours available. Businesses, call 970-564-6203.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Wednesday-Saturday, April 11-14<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">For Pets\u2019 Sake Humane Society\u2019s Spring Yard Sale fundraiser,<\/strong> 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the old Walmart building in the Cortez Plaza Shopping Center, 2200 block of E. Main St. New treasures every day. Donations accepted at the building on April 11, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Volunteers needed. Details: 970-565-PETS\/7387.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Saturday, April 14<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">2018 Community 9 Health Fair,<\/strong> 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., Montezuma-Cortez High School. Southwest Health System and the Montelores Early Childhood Council join forces. Showcase your services and provide education to all ages. Details: <a href=\"mailto:4cornershealthfair@gmail.com\">4cornershealthfair@gmail.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Sunday, April 15<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Deadline for Dean Hanson Memorial Scholarship,<\/strong> available to students in Montezuma and Dolores, counties. Mailed or turn in applications to Four Corners Board of Realtors at 350 W. Montezuma Ave., Cortez 81321, email them to <a href=\"mailto:fourcornersboard@gmail.com\">fourcornersboard@gmail.com<\/a>  drop them off at high school counselors\u2019 offices. Applications are available at the counselors\u2019 offices, the Four Corners Board of Realtors office or at fourcornersboardofrealtors.net. Details: 970-565-0112.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Monday, April 16<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Cortez Middle School PTO,<\/strong> 5:15 p.m. in the CMS library. Dinner and child care provided.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Thursday, April 19<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">For Pets\u2019 Sake Humane Society\u2019s monthly board meeting,<\/strong> 6:30 p.m. at the Cortez Public Library, 202 N. Park St. Discussion will include the group\u2019s finances, pet assistance programs, Spring Yard Sale results and upcoming Pet Vaccination Clinic. All are welcome! Details: (970) 565-PETS\/7387.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Wednesday, April 25<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Regional Economic Summit,<\/strong> sponsored by Montezuma Community Development Association and keynote speaker Ted Howard, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Cortez Conference Center. Early bird registration through April 4 at montezumaceda.org\/events. Tickets start at $50.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Tuesday, May 1<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Application deadline for Four Corners Master of Social Work degree program,<\/strong> by the University of Denver Graduate School of Social Work. Reduced tuition for two-year program. Classes on Fridays and Saturdays in Durango. Liberal arts degree required. Details: Wanda Ellingson, at 970-247-9773 or email <a href=\"mailto:wellings@du.edu\">wellings@du.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Montezuma County Senior Center chili lunch and yard sale,<\/strong> 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at 107 North Chestnut St. A bowl of chili, slice of cornbread, a drink and dessert is $5. Proceeds go toward Montezuma County Seniors matching funds from the program that helps Meals on Wheel and Congregate Meals serve the county.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Sunday, May 20<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">An evening of classical music by local performers,<\/strong> 5 p.m., First United Methodist Church, 515 N. Park St. Free. Donations will be accepted. Details: Joe Curry, 970-903-4672.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Monday-Friday<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Free nondenominational silent meditation,<\/strong> in the Johnson Building, 7 p.m., 925 Broadway, No. 184. Call 970-560-2822.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Cortez Public Library computer and tech tutoring,<\/strong> 202 N. Park. Call 970-565-8117 or visit the library for an appointment.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">First Monday<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">The Cortez Emblem Club 261 meets,<\/strong> 5:30 p.m., the Cortez Elks Lodge. Details and to confirm: President Judi Lichliter at 970-565-7370.<\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">The Montelores Early Childhood Council\u2019s monthly luncheon,<\/strong> 11:45 a.m., in downstairs meeting room 110, in the Johnson Building, 925 S. Broadway. Public is invited. RSVP for lunch to Vangi McCoy, 970-749-7017. Bring your beverage.<\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Cowboy Church potluck dinner,<\/strong> 6 p.m., followed by music by the Stagecoach Band and a message by Pastor Mark Baker, 7 p.m., Lewis Arriola Community Center, 8 miles north of Cortez and west on Road S off U.S. 491. Details: 970-565-4194. Fellowship with music and a message.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">First Tuesday<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">American Legion Ute Mountain Post 75 meets,<\/strong> 7 p.m., the Legion Hall, 320 N. Harrison St. Details: 565-8151.<\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">The Mesa Verde Back Country Horsemen meet,<\/strong> 7 p.m., the Southwest Memorial Physicians building, 20 S. Market St. Details: 970-882-4255, mesaverdehorsemen.com.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">First Wednesday<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Diabetes support group meets,<\/strong> 3:30\u20135 p.m., Kiva Room at Southwest Memorial Hospital. Learn to manage diabetes. Share ideas. Sessions are free and open to anyone with Type 1 or 2 diabetes. Details: Laura White, RD, 970-564-2276.<\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Montezuma County Democratic Women meet,<\/strong> 11:30 a.m., Cortez Public Library, 202 N. Park St. Details: Tulli Kerstetter, <a href=\"mailto:tgkaction@gmail.com\">tgkaction@gmail.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">First Thursday\u2029Montezuma County Republican Central Committee meets,<\/strong> noon at Shiloh Steakhouse. Email Jan Gardner at <a href=\"mailto:montezumagop@gmail.com\">montezumagop@gmail.com<\/a> or call 970-565-2197.<\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Bariatric Surgery Weight Loss Support Group meets,<\/strong> 5-6:30 p.m., Kiva Room at Southwest Memorial Hospital. Share ideas and exchange information. Free. Details: Laura White, 970-564-2276.<\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Montezuma County Democrats meet,<\/strong> at The People\u2019s Place, 215 E. Main St. All are welcome. Details: 970-516-1693.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">First Friday<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Caregiver\/Advocate support group for caregivers of any person with Alzheimer\u2019s,<\/strong> dementia or chronic illness, noon at Vista Mesa Assisted Living, 1206 N. Mildred Road. Lunch. Details: 259-0122.<\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">The Disabled American Veterans\u2019 monthly meeting,<\/strong> The Veterans Outreach Center, 7 W. First St., Cortez. Lunch at noon, meeting at 12:30 p.m. Details: 560-2793.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">First and Third Wednesday<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Be surrounded by the sense of Mystery during Evensong,<\/strong> contemplative, candlelit, chanted evening meditation, 7 p.m., St. Barnabas Church, 110 W. North St. Details: 970-565-7865.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">First and Third Saturday<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Four Corners Square Dancers dance,<\/strong> 6:30 p.m., Kemper Elementary School. Details: 970-739-3385, 970-749-9682, 970-565-9836.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Second Tuesday<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">The Ute Mountain High School Rodeo Team meets,<\/strong> 6 p.m., outdoor arena at the fairgrounds. Details: Karen, 970-560-2657.<\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">The Montezuma County Historical Society meets for a no-host luncheon,<\/strong> 11:30 a.m. The public is invited to attend. Call Ann Wilson Brown at 565-2747 for the meeting place.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Second and Fourth Tuesday<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Mayor\u2019s Office Hours,<\/strong> 12:30-1:30 p.m., Mesa Verde Room at Cortez City Hall, 123 Roger Smith Ave.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Second Wednesday<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Montezuma County Hospital District monthly board of directors meets,<\/strong> 6-8 p.m. Kiva Room at Southwest Memorial Hospital. Public is welcome. Details: 970-564-2146.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Second Thursday<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">The Southwest Woodworkers Guild meets,<\/strong> 7 p.m. at various locations. Beginners and experts welcome. Details: Tom, 970-882-7360.<\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Montezuma County Republican Women meet,<\/strong> noon at Shiloh Steakhouse at Veach and Main streets. All are welcome. Details: Rosemarie Beall, 970-564-1576.<\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Free estate planning seminar,<\/strong> 5-7 p.m., Vectra Bank Conference Room, 350 W. Montezuma Ave. Overview of estate planning issues, including wills, trusts, living wills, powers of attorney. RSVP at <a href=\"mailto:erin@fone.net\">erin@fone.net<\/a>. Details: 303-588-2695.<\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Free Supermarket Tours,<\/strong> noon to 1 p.m. A dietitian from Southwest Health System will conduct a free supermarket tour to help explain food labels, healthy choices, food budgets. Space is limited. Call 970-564-2275 for the store location and to register.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Fourth Tuesday<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">The 4 Corners Republican Women\u2019s Club meets,<\/strong> each month at 11:30 a.m. for lunch and social at the Shiloh Steakhouse. Meeting begins at noon. Details: Visit our Facebook page, @4CornersRW, or call Jan at 970-560-2197.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Last Tuesday<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Free Family Law Post-order clinic,<\/strong> 4-7 p.m., Cortez Public Library, 202 N. Park St. One-on-one consulting on how to change or restrict parenting time, change or collect child support, relocate with children. Email <a href=\"mailto:jcuesta@colegalserve.org\">jcuesta@colegalserve.org<\/a> or call 800-521-6968.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Fourth Saturday<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">The Cortez Beading Guild meets,<\/strong> noon in the Cortez Public Library conference room, 202 N. Park St. All skill levels and talents welcome. Details: 970-529-0149.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Every Monday<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Embrace Grace,<\/strong> a free support group for pregnant women of all ages, 6:30 p.m. at Community of Believers Church, 23826 County Road G. Details: Debbie at 970-739-2344 or email <a href=\"mailto:hot_rod_jorg@yahoo.com\">hot_rod_jorg@yahoo.com<\/a> or Zandra at 970-764-0920 or email <a href=\"mailto:communityofbelievers41113@gmail.com\">communityofbelievers41113@gmail.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Trivia,<\/strong> 7 p.m. at Blondie\u2019s, 45 E. Main St.<\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Dolores River Anglers Trout Unlimited fly-tying classes,<\/strong> 7-9 p.m. Feb. 5 through March 5 in the cafeteria\/commons of Southwest Memorial Hospital. First 30 participants accepted. Cost: $10 for all 5 classes. Reservations: 970-759-0175 or <a href=\"mailto:risetotheflyanglers@hotmail.com\">risetotheflyanglers@hotmail.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Four Corners Community Band practice,<\/strong> 6:30-8:30 p.m. at First Baptist Church, Market and North streets. Musicians playing at least at the high school level are welcome. Email <a href=\"mailto:4cornerscommunityband@gmail.com\">4cornerscommunityband@gmail.com<\/a> or visit \u201cFour Corners Community Band\u201d on Facebook. The band is supported in part by Onward! A Legacy Foundation and by the city of Cortez.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">One-on-one computer and tech tutoring,<\/strong> Cortez Public Library, 202 N. Park St. Details: 970-565-8117 or at the library.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Every Tuesday<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">The Mesa Verde Cadet Squadron of the Civil Air Patrol meets,<\/strong> 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the American Legion building, 420 N. Harrison St.<\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">The Cortez Public Library\u2019s Family Entertainment Series,<\/strong> 2 p.m., 202 N. Park St. Details: 970-565-8117.<\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Open Mic,<\/strong> 7 p.m. at Blondie\u2019s. Details: 739-4944.<\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Bridge players needed,<\/strong> 1:30 p.m., Montezuma Valley Presbyterian Church, 305 S. Washington St. Everyone is invited; entry level and up. Mentors welcome. Details: 970-565-6088 or 565-7024.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Every Tuesday and Thursday<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Master\u2019s Swimming Group with Mesa Verde Aquatics Club,<\/strong> 6-7:30 a.m. Swim with coach Kevin Ketterer at the Cortez Rec Center. All levels welcome. Entry fee at rec center and $35 a month to MVAC.<\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Tai chi class,<\/strong> 10:30-11:45 a.m., Cortez Rec Center, 425 Roger Smith Ave. Exercise for strength and health. Cost: $4. Details: instructor Donna Hicks, 970-564-4080 or 435-705-3412, <a href=\"mailto:donnahicks42@yahoo.com\">donnahicks42@yahoo.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Every Wednesday<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Sitting in the quiet,<\/strong> meditation, contemplation, centering prayer, 12:15\u201312:45 p.m., St. Barnabas Church, 110 W. North St. Details: 970-565-7865.<\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Karaoke at Blondie\u2019s Trophy Room,<\/strong> 8 p.m. to midnight. Details: 970-739-4944.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Every Wednesday and Thursday<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Community Class,<\/strong> \u201cDynamics of Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault,\u201d 5:30-7:30 p.m., Feb. 1 through March 14. Join Renew for a free community training and skills for supporting victims\/survivors. Open to all future employees, potential volunteers and interested community members. Details and registration: 970-565-7865.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Every Thursday<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Raising Readers Storytime,<\/strong> 10:30 a.m. Thursday at the Cortez Public Library, 202 N. Park St. Older children may join for a craft at 11:15 a.m. Topics: The Color Green, March 15; Spring, March 22.; Vincent Van Gogh, March 29.<\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Raising Readers Storytime,<\/strong> 10:30 a.m. Thursday at the Cortez Public Library, 202 N. Park St. Older children may join for a craft at 11:15 a.m. Topics: Favorite Author\/Illustrator, Beatrix Potter, April 5; National Poetry Month, April  12; Earth Day, April 19; Space, April 26.<\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Bingo at the Cortez Elks Club,<\/strong> 2100 N. Dolores Road. Early-bird game at 6:45 p.m., with others to follow. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. with food and beverages available. Pots vary in payoffs with two progressive payoff games. Special giveaways at different times.<\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">The Montezuma County Senior Center senior dance,<\/strong> 7-9 p.m., 107 N. Chestnut St. Details: Nita Warner, 970-565-9855.<\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Overeaters Anonymous weekly meetings,<\/strong> 8 p.m. at the Cortez Dental office, 43 W. Montezuma Ave. (corner of Montezuma and Chestnut). Details: 970-799-2183.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Every Friday<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">TOPS (Take off Pounds Sensibly),<\/strong> 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the Community Room at the Cortez Public Library, 202 N. Park St. Details: 970-882-4369.<\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Genesis Study utilizing Chuck Misler\u2019s Genesis Commentary,<\/strong> 6:30 p.m. at Tree of Life In\u2019Jesus, 1509 Colorado Highway 145. Ongoing discussion, praise and worship after. Workbook and notes are optional. Details: 970-562-6311.<\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Celebrate Recovery,<\/strong> a Christ-centered, 12-step program at Rock Springs Church campus, U.S. Highway 160, 2 miles east of the fairgrounds. CR Caf\u00e9 at 6-7 p.m., large learning group, 7-8 p.m., open share 8-9 p.m. Child care is provided.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Every Saturday<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Free silent nondenominational silent meditation,<\/strong> 10 a.m. at The Woozledoozer, 925 S. Broadway, No. 211. Call 970-560-2822 (Pixy).<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Every Sunday<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">The Unitarian Universalists,<\/strong> 10:30 a.m. upstairs in the Cortez Cultural Center, 25 N. Market St., with presentations on comparative philosophies and religions. Details: 970-677-4189.<\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Course in Miracles meeting,<\/strong> 7-9 p.m., two miles north on Road 25. All are welcome. Details: Larry, 970-565-4286.<\/p>\n<p><em class=\"mwc_headline2-18\">Dolores<\/em><\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Saturday, March 31<\/div>\n<p><em class=\"mwc_headline2-18\">Dolores<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Wilderness 101: What Citizens Need to Know,<\/strong> 3:30 p.m., Anasazi Heritage Center, 27501 Colorado Highway 184. Dolores What is wilderness? What are wilderness study areas (WSAs \u2013 there are 3 in Canyons of the Ancients). How are wilderness areas designated? How are they managed? And why should we care? Learn about wilderness, wilderness study areas, wilderness policies and management with Chris Barns, retired BLM Wilderness Representative. Details: Diane McBride at 970-560-1643 or <a href=\"mailto:swcocanyons@gmail.com\">swcocanyons@gmail.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Free community Easter egg hunt,<\/strong> 11 a.m., at Four Seasons Greenhouse and Nursery, 26650 Road P. For kids ages 10 and under.  Hosted by Battle Rock 4-H Club.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Saturday, April 14<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">The League of Women Voters of Montezuma County meets,<\/strong> 9:30 a.m. at the Dolores Public Library. Dr. Connie Fox will present the film \u201cBig Pharma\u201d followed by discussion. \u201cBig Pharma: Market Failure\u201d is a non-partisan documentary by Fix It Healthcare. It makes an effective business case for realistic change. League meetings are open to the public. Details: Eleanor Kuhl at 970-564-0708.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Saturday, April 21<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Montelores Baptist Church\u2019s pulled pork dinner and concert by the Gospel Quartet Anthem,<\/strong> 6-8:30 p.m., at 18375 CR 23.5 off Colorado. 184 across from Narraguinnep Reservoir. Free admission, donations accepted for dinner and concert. Details: 970-882-2418.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Friday-Sunday April 27-29<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Food Justice Symposium,<\/strong> 6 p.m., Sophia Retreat and Event Center, 19581 County Road 31. Doors open at 6 p.m. Friday and 9 a.m. Saturday and Sunday. Community members address racism in the food system in the Four Corners Region. Tickets: $25 at the door. Details: https:\/\/www.icollectiveinc.org\/<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">First Tuesday<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Dolores Mountain Quilters meet,<\/strong> 10 a.m., Dolores Community Center, 400 Riverside Ave. Guests and visitors are welcome. Details: http:\/\/www.doloresmountainquilters.org or Judy Bryan at 970-739-9994.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Third Thursday<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Dolores secondary PTO meets,<\/strong> 3:45 p.m., Mr. Thurston\u2019s office. Email Heather Alvarez at <a href=\"mailto:halvarez0722@gmail.com\">halvarez0722@gmail.com<\/a> or call Tif at 903-8752.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Third and Fourth Thursday<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">K9 Search &amp; Rescue Team meets at the Dog House,<\/strong> 7:30 p.m. for training. Open to the public. Volunteers needed for response, training, administration. No dogs needed. Details: 970-882-4746.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Third Saturday<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Christian Motorcycle Association Cortez Chapter,<\/strong> 8 a.m. breakfast, 9 a.m. chapter meeting and 10 a.m. ride (weather permitting). At Montezuma Mexican Restaurant, 18396 Colorado 145. Details: Steve Reed, 970-565-7233. No motorcycle required.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Every Tuesday<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Bright Babies,<\/strong> at 10 a.m., Dolores Public Library, 1002 Railroad Ave. Infants and their caregivers are invited to Bright Babies, a 30-minute program with stories, sensory play and signs. Details: 882-4127 or DoloresLibrary.org.<\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Technology\/software help with Microsoft Word,<\/strong> email, digital pictures, etc. Free at 2-5 p.m., Dolores Public Library, 1002 Railroad Ave. Details: 970-882-4127.<\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Civil Air Patrol Mesa Verde Cadet Squadron meets,<\/strong> 6:30\u20138:30 p.m. at K9 Search &amp; Rescue in Dolores. Details: Debrah Archer, 970-759-5669.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Every Wednesday<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Bible studies at Chapel on the Farm,<\/strong> 6 p.m. 19927 Road 26.2 Loop, Dolores. Details: 903-6153.<\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Storytime program,<\/strong> 10-10:30 a.m., at Dolores Public Library, 1002 Railroad Ave. A half-hour of storytelling, interactive songs, snack and a fun theme-based activity for preschoolers and their caregivers. Details: 970-882-4127.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Every Thursday<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Tutorial Thursday,<\/strong> 2 p.m. at Dolores Public Library, 1002 Railroad Ave. Learn a new tech skill every Thursday with other beginners in this weekly class. Details: 970-882-4127<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Every Friday<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Preschool Storytime,<\/strong> Preschool children and caregivers are invited to storytime, 10 a.m. in the Dolores Public Library meeting room, 1002 Railroad Ave. Details: DoloresLibrary.org or 970-882-4127.<\/p>\n<p><em class=\"mwc_headline2-18\">Dove Creek<\/em><\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Wednesday, April 7<\/div>\n<p><em class=\"mwc_headline2-18\">Dove Creek<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Agriculture Disaster Training and Emergency Planning program,<\/strong> 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Dolores County Public Service Center, 8477 Road 7.7 in Dove Creek. Includes drought planning, fire mitigation, livestock transport accidents, Animal ID and disease related to disasters, FEMA training on livestock evacuation.  Register by April 4. Details: <a href=\"mailto:gus.westerman@colostate.edu\">gus.westerman@colostate.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><em class=\"mwc_headline2-18\">Mancos<\/em><\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Tuesday, April 3<\/div>\n<p><em class=\"mwc_headline2-18\">Mancos<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Marketing workshop,<\/strong> with Alpacka Raft marketing manager Lizzy Scully, 6-8 p.m., Mancos Public Library, 211 W. First St. Cost: $20. RSVP at <a href=\"mailto:info@mancosvalleyresources.com\">info@mancosvalleyresources.com<\/a> or 970-387-8486.<\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Ken Burns\u2019 \u201cThe West,<\/strong>\u201d the first of a six-part documentary film series to be shown on the first and third Thursdays of the month, at the Mancos Public Library, 211 W. First St. The fil challenges stereotypes and explores the tragedies and triumphs of the West. Details: www.mancoslibrary.org or 970-533-7600.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Tuesday, April 10<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Job fair,<\/strong> 9-11 a.m., Southwest Colorado Community College 33057 U.S. Highway 160. More than a dozen employers are expected to be on hand with full-time, part-time and seasonal jobs. Dress for success and bring a resume. Free resume workshops on Tuesday, April 3 at 10 a.m. and on Thursday, April 5 at 1 p.m. in Room 110. Advisers and campus tours available. Businesses, call 970-564-6203.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Wednesday, April 25<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Regional Economic Summit,<\/strong> sponsored by Montezuma Community Development Association and keynote speaker Ted Howard, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Cortez Conference Center. Early bird registration through April 4 at montezumaceda.org\/events. Tickets start at $50.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">First Thursday<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">The Montezuma County VFW Post 5231 and Auxiliary meets,<\/strong> 7 p.m., 136 Grand Ave. Information: Commander Rick Rohsner, 970-560-3655; Auxiliary President Beverly Humiston-Scott, 970-759-1332. The VFW meets at the Cortez Cultural Center, 25 N. Market St.<\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">The Mancos Public Library Board of Trustees meeting,<\/strong> 5 p.m. in the library meeting room, 211 W. First St. Details: 533-7600.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">First Thursday<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Mancos Valley Chamber of Commerce Meeting,<\/strong> 5 p.m. at Mancos Valley Visitor Center, 101 E Bauer Ave. Public welcome. Details: 970-533-7434.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">First Saturday<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Teen Movie Nights at the Mancos Public Library,<\/strong> 7-10 p.m. in the Mancos Public Library Community Meeting Room. View a movie on the library\u2019s big screen. Snacks provided. Details and schedule: 970-533-7600.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Fourth Thursday<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Monthly Civil Air Patrol Senior Squadron,<\/strong> monthly meeting, at 6:30 p.m., First Baptist Church of Mancos, 150 N. Walnut St. Call 970-759-7012.\u2029<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Every Tuesday<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Knit or crochet at the Mancos Public Library,<\/strong> 6-7 p.m. Teens and adults are welcome. Free. Limited supplies of knitting materials, so bring your own if possible. Sign up at mancoslibrary.org or call 970-533-7600, ext. 206; or email <a href=\"mailto:kgraf@mancoslibrary.org\">kgraf@mancoslibrary.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Kids Storytime at the Mancos Public Library,<\/strong> 10:30-11:30 a.m. A bilingual, seasonal storytime for ages birth through 6 years old.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Every Wednesday<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Yoga Flow with Lily,<\/strong> 9:30-11 a.m. at the Grange. Call 847-819-2039.<\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Game Daze,<\/strong> 3:45-5 p.m., Mancos Public Library. For kids 8-12; opportunities to play computer games.<\/p>\n<p><em class=\"mwc_headline2-18\">Durango<\/em><\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Friday, April 6<\/div>\n<p><em class=\"mwc_headline2-18\">Durango<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Southwest Water Conservation District\u2019s Annual Water Seminar,<\/strong> \u201cWeathering the Weather. Registration at 8 a.m., seminar 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., DoubleTree Hotel, 501 Camino del Rio. Cost: $45 in advance, $50 at the door. Details: 970-247-1302.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Saturday, April 7<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Tack and horse equipment consignment sale,<\/strong> 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at the La Plata County Fairgrounds, 2500 Main Ave. Free fundraiser for the Four Corners BackCountry Horsemen, who work to preserve and protect public lands. Drop off gear at Fairgrounds Exhibit Hall on April 6, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. and pick up money on April 7. Details: Don Kelly at 970-903-0536, email <a href=\"mailto:durangodon63@gmail.com\">durangodon63@gmail.com<\/a> or visit www.4CBCH.org.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Wednesday, April 4<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">\u201cSpirit Lines: Helen Hardin Etchings,<\/strong>\u201d a new exhibit at the Museum at Center of Southwest Studies at Fort Lewis College, opens with a reception from 5-7 p.m. Twenty-three copper plate etchings from 1980-1984. Exhibit runs through 2018. Details: 970-247-7456 or <a href=\"http:\/\/swcenter.fortlewis.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">swcenter.fortlewis.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Wednesday, April 11<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Green Business Roundtable,<\/strong> with journalist Jonathan Thompson, and author of \u201cRiver of Lost Souls: The Science, Politics, and Greed Behind the Gold King Mine Disaster, noon to 1 p.m., Henry Strater Theater, 699 Main Ave. Cost: $17 for lunch when you RSVP by April 5; otherwise $22. Call 970.259.3583 Ext. 3.<\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Space is limited. 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