{"id":102970,"date":"2017-10-30T18:26:34","date_gmt":"2017-10-31T00:26:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dh.durangoherald.com\/tj\/community-calendar-33\/"},"modified":"2017-10-30T18:26:34","modified_gmt":"2017-10-31T00:26:34","slug":"community-calendar-33","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dh.durangoherald.com\/tj\/community-calendar-33\/","title":{"rendered":"Community Calendar"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><em class=\"mwc_headline2-18\">Cortez<\/em><\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Tuesday, Oct. 31<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Blondie\u2019s Halloween costume party,<\/strong> with live music, 8 p.m., Blondie\u2019s Trophy Room, 45 E. Main St. No cover charge.<\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Trunk or Treat trick-or-treating,<\/strong> 4-6 p.m., JFargo\u2019s restaurant, 1209 E. Main St. Trunks will be open for safe trick-or-treating for kids.<\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Trick-or-Treat at the EMS Station,<\/strong> 5-7 p.m., on the North Side of the Southwest Memorial Hospital Campus.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Through October<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Displays at the Cortez Public Library,<\/strong> including John Mumaw\u2019s photography of the Colorado Plateau, Cheri V\u2019s collection of antique children\u2019s clothing, Dolores Mountain Quilters\u2019 display of quilts. At 202 N. Park St. Details: 970-565-8117.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Thursday, Nov. 2<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Artist\u2019s reception for Carole Graham\u2019s photo exhibit,<\/strong> 5-8 p.m., Home &amp; Range, 2409 E Empire St. Graham\u2019s Civil War-era wet plate collodion photographs, alongside historic William Henry Jackson photochroms. Collodion photography was the method used during the Civil War era and involves printing in the field onto metal plates.  Photos of archaeological sites, still lifes, iconic photos of the West. Details: Rosie, 970-739-8997.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Monday, Nov. 6<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Cowboy church &amp; Thanksgiving potluck,<\/strong> 6 p.m., Lewis Arriola Community Center, 8 miles north of Cortez on U.S. 491, left\/west on Rd. S about a mile. Bring traditional Thanksgiving side dishes and desserts; turkey provided. Music and message at 7 p.m. by  Pastor Mark Baker and the Stagecoach Band. A few seasonal crafts on sale. Details: 970-565-4194.<\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Double-feature engagement with guitarist Joey Leone,<\/strong> 10 a.m. and 6 p.m., Cortez Public Library, 202 N. Park St. Motown, classic rock and rockin\u2019 blues. Free. Open to everyone. Refreshments. Details: 970-565-8117.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Tuesday, Nov. 7<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Brian Yaquinto\u2019s \u201cRediscovering the Fremont of Northwest Colorado,<\/strong>\u201d 7 p.m. at the Sunflower Theatre, 8 E. Main St. Presentation sponsored by the Hisatsinom Chapter of the Colorado Archaeology Society. Details: Kari Schleher at 505-269-4475.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Thursday, Nov. 9<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Free prediabetes class,<\/strong> 3:30-5 p.m., Southwest Memorial Hospital. One-day class to learn how to make healthful lifestyle changes to delay or prevent the onset of type 2 diabetes. To sign up or for more information, contact RN Jamie Ritthaler, 970-564-2352 or <a href=\"mailto:jritthaler@swhealth.org\">jritthaler@swhealth.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Friday and Saturday, Nov. 10 and 11<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Veterans Day Celebration,<\/strong> with free breakfast, at Southwest Memorial Hospital. Free breakfast and lunch for veterans and their families. Enter the property through the west side of the campus. The lobby will be closed to the public beginning Nov. 1.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Saturday, Nov. 11<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Cortez Elks Lodge 1789 luncheon for active military and veterans,<\/strong> plus their spouses, on Veterans Day, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at 2100 N. Dolores Road, to thank vets for their service. Details: Dennis Wojciechowski at 970-882-2614.<\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Basic pie-making class with Holly Tatnall,<\/strong> 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Cortez Cultural Center, 25 N. Market St. Learn pie pastry and filling techniques, leave with a double-crust apple pie and a pumpkin pie. Class size: eight. Register: by Nov. 3. Tuition: $50 and includes lunch and supplies. Details: 970-565-1151, ext. 10.<\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">The League of Women Voters of Montezuma County meets,<\/strong> 9 a.m. at the Ponderosa Restaurant in Dolores. Duncan Rose will present the program: \u201cA Tough Reality: Climate Change, Trout Habitat and the Upper Dolores,\u201d prepared by the Dolores River Anglers chapter of Trout Unlimited. Open to the public. Details: Eleanor Kuhl, 970-564-0708.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Monday, Nov. 13<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Cortez Middle School PTO meets,<\/strong> at 5:15 p.m. for dinner, and 5:30-6:30 p.m. for a meeting. Parents, teachers and community members are welcome. Child care is available.<\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Veterinarian Karlene Stange tells about her experience as a rural veterinarian,<\/strong> 6 p.m., Cortez Public Library, 202 N. Park St. Her presentation includes an examination of the world\u2019s major religious, spiritual and scientific teachings. Details: 970-565-8117.<\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">CATCH Early Childhood Implementation Training,<\/strong> 8 a.m.-4 p.m., The Johnson Building, 925 S. Broadway Room 110. Free program to nurture a love of physical activity, provide an introduction to classroom-based gardening and nutrition and encourage healthful eating in ages 3-5. Space is limited; register by Nov. 3 at www.surveymonkey.com\/r\/CECacademyCortez.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Monday-Wednesday, Nov. 13-15<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">CATCH Early Childhood Train the Trainer,<\/strong> 8 a.m.-4 p.m. on Monday and Tuesday, and 8 a.m.-noon, The Johnson Building, 925 S. Broadway Room 110. Free program to nurture a love of physical activity, provide an introduction to classroom-based gardening and nutrition and encourage healthful eating in ages 3-5. Free lunch on Monday and Tuesday. Space is limited; register by Nov. 3 at www.surveymonkey.com\/r\/CECacademyCortez.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Tuesday, Nov. 14<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Native American Heritage Month meal,<\/strong> with three dishes featuring the Three Sisters (maize, beans and squash), 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Cortez Cultural Center, 25 N. Market St. Cost: suggested donation of $5. RSVP by Nov. 1. Details: 970-565-1151, ext. 10.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Thursday, Nov. 16<\/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, Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot fundraiser and other upcoming events. All are welcome! Details: 970-565-PETS\/7387.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Saturday, Nov. 18<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">The Cortez United Methodist Women\u2019s annual Holiday Bazaar,<\/strong> 9a.m. to 2 p.m., in the Fellowship Hall of First United Methodist Church at 515 North Park St. Pies, cakes, cookies, candy, toys, gifts, decorations, etc. Coffee and sweets while they last. Proceeds benefit the mission budget of the United Methodist Women.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Thursday, Nov. 23<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">For Pets\u2019 Sake Humane Society\u2019s Cortez Turkey Trot fundraiser,<\/strong> with registration beginning at 9 a.m. at the Parque de Vida Pavilion near the Cortez Rec Center. One-mile fun walk\/run begins at 10 a.m. $20 entry fee includes T-shirt and the chance to win prizes. Costumes encouraged. Details: (970) 565-PETS\/7387.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 18-19<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Catholic Daughters Crafts 4 All Seasons Bazaar and Lunch,<\/strong> St. Mary Margaret Mary Church Hall, 28 E. Montezuma Ave., 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday and 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday. Lunch served both days from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., with Navajo tacos and green chili stew on Saturday, and soups on Sunday. Benefits Catholic Daughters. Details: 970-564-1468.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Sunday, Dec. 3<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Elks Lodge Annual Christmas Craft Bazaar,<\/strong> 10 a.m.-5 p.m., 2100 N. Dolores Road. Christmas entertainment and Santa for the kids. Lunch available for purchase. Vendor tables available for $35. Reserve a space: Sally at 970-739-0616. More information: Sally at 70-739-0616.<\/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, eight miles north of Cortez and west on Road S off U.S. 491. Details: 970-565-4194. Fellowship with music and a message.\u2029First Tuesday<\/p>\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 types 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<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">First Thursday<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Montezuma 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> and all are welcome. Details: Tamara Hamilton, secretary, <a href=\"mailto:hamiltontamaras@gmail.com\">hamiltontamaras@gmail.com<\/a> or 970-565-4067.<\/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 Sunday<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">KIRTAN in Cortez (Bhakti Yoga practice),<\/strong> 6-8 p.m. at Heart and Core Yoga Studio, 30 W. Main St. All are welcome. Suggested donation: $10. Details: Jennie Nuriya 970-903-0907.<\/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. in the outdoor arena at the fairgrounds. Details: Karen, 970-560-2657.<\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">The Cortez Beading Guild meets,<\/strong> 5 p.m. Cortez Public Library conference room. All skill levels and talents welcome. Details: 970-529-0149.<\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Support group for people with disabilities meets,<\/strong> 2\u20133:30 p.m. at 2409 Empire St. Sponsored by the Southwest Center for Independence. Details: 970-570-8001 or <a href=\"mailto:Luanne@swilc.org\">Luanne@swilc.org<\/a>.<\/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<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">The Southwest Art League meets,<\/strong> each month. Details and locations, 970-882-4770.<\/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 requested 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, healthful 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\">4 Corners Republican Women\u2019s Club meets,<\/strong> 11:30 a.m. at the Cortez Elks Lodge. Details: 970-565-2197.<\/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\">The Four Corners Community Band practice,<\/strong> 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the First Baptist Church in Cortez at Market and North streets. Details: 970-565-9804 or fourcornerscommunityband.com.<\/p>\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<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 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 970-565-7024.<\/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 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., and 9:30 a.m. Older children may join for a craft at 11:15 a.m. Favorite Author Leo Lionni, Nov. 2; Family, Nov. 9; Pies, Nov.16; Things That Go, Nov. 30. Closed Nov. 23 for Thanksgiving. Details: 970-565-8117.<\/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\">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 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. 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, Oct. 28<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Free community yoga,<\/strong> 9:30-11 p.m., Dolores Public Library, 1002 Railroad Ave. Bring mat, water and comfortable clothing. Practice yoga to make your body and mind feel better. All ages. Details: 970-882-4127. Saturday, Oct. 28<\/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 July Bryan at 970-739-9994.<\/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\">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\">Dolores Public Library Storytime,<\/strong> 10 a.m. throughout the year. Each Storytime will include stories, crafts, more.<\/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 Thursday Through Oct. 12<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">The Big Picture tour,<\/strong> 11-11:45 a.m., main gallery, Anasazi Heritage Center, 27501 Colorado Highway 184. Included with admission. Price: $3\/person ages 18 and up or free with America the Beautiful Public Lands Pass. Details: 970-882-5600.<\/p>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Main Exhibit Gallery Tour,<\/strong> 3-3:45 p.m., main gallery, Anasazi Heritage Center, 27501 Colorado Highway 184. Discusses trade, hunting and cultures before the ancestral Puebloans. Included with admission. Price: $3\/person ages 18 and up or free with America the Beautiful Public Lands Pass. Details: 970-882-5600.<\/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\">Mancos<\/em><\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Friday, Dec. 8<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Mancos Grand Winter Nights Event,<\/strong> 5-8 p.m. at local galleries and shops on Grand Avenue and Main Street downtown. Sponsored by the Mancos Creative District. Details: Sarah Syverson, 970-903-8831.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Saturday, Dec. 9<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Mancos Winter Holiday Art Bazaar and Festivities,<\/strong> 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Grand Avenue and Main Street downtown. Shopping and activities for the whole family. See Santa at the Artisans of Mancos, make holiday crafts at Fahrenheit, visit Holiday Art Fairs at the Mancos Community Center and Hello Zark. Details: Mancos Creative District Director Sarah Syverson, 970-903-8831.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Through Dec. 9<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">Mancos Creative District call for artists,<\/strong> for the Mancos Winter Holiday Arts Bazaar on Dec. 9. Details and application: Sarah Syverson at <a href=\"mailto:mcddirector@gmail.com\">mcddirector@gmail.com<\/a> or 970-903-8831.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">First Tuesday<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">A free legal self-help clinic,<\/strong> for Montezuma County parties without an attorney, 2-3:30 p.m. at the Mancos Public Library, 211 W. First St. Volunteer attorneys will assist one-on-one, via computer link. First-come, first-served. Details: 970-564-5029 from 8 a.m.\u2013noon and 970-564-5073 from 1\u20135 p.m.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">First Thursday<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">The Montezuma County Veterans of Foreign Wars 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.<\/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\u201310 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\">Second Tuesday<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">The Mancos Water Conservancy District board meeting,<\/strong> 7 p.m. at the district\u2019s office, 42599 Road N, Mancos. Details: Gary Kennedy, 970-533-7325.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Second Sunday<\/div>\n<p><strong class=\"mwc_calendar_text_comma\">The Mancos Community Dinners,<\/strong> 6:30 p.m. each month at Mount Lookout Grange in Mancos (680 Grand Ave). Pay-what-you-can dinner, bring a dish if you want. To help or donate, call Gretchen, 509-830-4380.<\/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.<\/p>\n<div class=\"naviga-element naviga-subheadline1\">Last Thursday<\/div>\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\">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. 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