Saturday, Aug. 1<\/p>\n
For Pets\u2019 Sake Humane Society holds its annual Summer Wine Festival from 5:30 \u2013 8:30 p.m. at Cliffrose Gardens just east of Cortez on U.S. 160. Wines, beers, appetizers, desserts, music by the Carl Johnson Trio, and a silent auction. Details: (970) 565-PETS\/7387.<\/p>\n
Mancos School Bluejazz Band will play at Telluride Jazz Festival on Aug. 1, at 2 p.m. at the Wilkinson Public Library Stage. Free. Visit telluridejazz.org for more information.<\/p>\n
Live music with Kyle T. at Blondies in Cortez, 7 p.m.<\/p>\n
Monday, Aug. 3<\/p>\n
Free Alive @ 25 class on Aug. 3 at Mancos High School for students who will be 15\u00bd years old by Aug. 3. Once registration opens, register your student online at: https:\/\/aliveat25.us\/co\/course-info?course_id=9293.<\/p>\n
The Montelores Early Childhood Council holds is next monthly luncheon meeting at 11:45 a.m., in downstairs meeting room 110, in the Johnson Building, 925 South Broadway, in Cortez. The public is invited to these meetings, especially parents. Lunch will be provided so RSVP to Vangi McCoy at 970-749-7017.<\/p>\n
Slim Jenkins performs at the Sunflower Theatre at Main and Market streets in Cortez at 7:30 p.m. Doors open at 6:45 p.m. Tickets $15, available at sunflowertheatre.org and at the door.<\/p>\n
Tuesday, Aug. 4<\/p>\n
The Mesa Verde Back Country Horsemen hold its monthly meeting at the Elks, Colorado Highway 145, Cortez. Guest speaker is from Pi\u00f1on Project. Purchase dinner at 6:15 p.m.; the meeting starts at 7 p.m.<\/p>\n
Mancos Valley Distillery presents Eric Hisaw with special guest Moe. Doors open at 6 p.m.; music starts at 8 p.m. Cover: $3, with \u201cTastes Like Friday\u201d cocktail specials. More info: http:\/\/www.erichisaw.com\/site.<\/p>\n
The Cortez Evening Market brings local goods, fresh food and live music to City Park at. 4-7 p.m. This is a free and family-friendly event. Support your community, grow your economy. Details: 509-830-4380.<\/p>\n
Wednesday, Aug. 5<\/p>\n
What kind of forests will kids have in the future? Forest Ecology Project Director Hilary Cooper will report on our forests\u2019 health during the final installment of Pinhead Institute\u2019s six-week Punk Science series for kids of all ages on the Cortez Cultural Center Plaza, 5:15 to 6 p.m. Come plant a tree with us! Admission is free.<\/p>\n
Friday, Aug. 7<\/p>\n
George Geer Memorial Burn-off contest at Angel\u2019s Endzone at 5:30 p.m., in conjunction with registration from the George Geer Memorial Car Show. The entry fee is $25, and trophies will be awarded. Details: Sandi at 560-2572.<\/p>\n
Dance music with Inner Orbit Sound System at Blondies in Cortez, 9 p.m.<\/p>\n
Saturday, Aug. 8<\/p>\n
39th Annual Escalante Days at Flanders Park in Dolores. Details: www.doloreschamber.com.<\/p>\n
The 17th annual Escalante Days Mountain Bike Race in Dolores. Register at Active.com, or visit the Dolores Rotary page at www.clubrunner.ca\/dolores.<\/p>\n
The George Geer Memorial Car Show, hosted by Southwest Chapter 2 Blue Star Moms, is in Centennial Park at 10 a.m., with the awards ceremony at 3:30 p.m. and a cruise afterward. Registration: $25 at Angel\u2019s Endzone on Friday, Aug. 7 at 5:30 p.m. or $35 on Saturday, Aug. 8 at 8 a.m. Details: Sandi at 560-2572.<\/p>\n
K-9 Search and Rescue Team, Inc. holds its annual pancake breakfast fundraiser beginning at 6 a.m. at the team\u2019s base, \u201cThe Doghouse,\u201d located at 35 Railroad Ave. Details: www.k9team.org.<\/p>\n
Pancake breakfast to benefit the Wounded Warrior Project, 8-11 a.m., Masonic Lodge, (lower level), 141 E. Montezuma Ave., Mancos. Hosted by the Mancos Valley Lions Club.<\/p>\n
Dance music with DJ Vanessa P. at Blondies in Cortez, 9 p.m.<\/p>\n
Thursday- Saturday, Aug. 6-8<\/p>\n
The DAC Applause! performs \u201c101 Dalmatians,\u201d \u201ckids\u201d and \u201cOnce on this Island, Jr.\u201d on Aug. 6 at 1 p.m., Aug. 7 at 1 and 7 p.m., and Aug. 8 at 1 p.m. Tickets are $8 general.<\/p>\n
Monday, Aug. 10<\/p>\n
\u201cCortez Cultural Center: New Directions,\u201d an open meeting for members and the public to share information about the new direction of the Cortez Center, Inc., at 6 p.m., Cortez Cultural Center Gallery, 25 N. Market St., Cortez.<\/p>\n
Thursday, Aug. 13<\/p>\n
The Mancos Public Library hosts Dustin Partridge\u2019s slideshow \u201cThru-Hiking the Continental Divide,\u201d at 7 p.m. The Masncos resident hike more than 3,000 miles on the Continental Divide Trail through five states. Details: www.mancoslibrary.org or 970-533-7600.<\/p>\n
FRIDAY, AUG. 14<\/p>\n
D.C. Rat Rod Nationalz Antique Car and Rat Rod Auction in Dove Creek. Gates open to drop off autos for auction at 10 a.m. at 60741 Highway 491 (east end of town). Auction begins at 6 p.m. Call Linley at 970 560-4350 for details.<\/p>\n
Hip Hop with Nu3tron, DJ Stimulus, and more Blondies in Cortez 9 p.m. Details: 739-4944<\/p>\n
Saturday, Aug. 15<\/p>\n
First annual Mancos Brew Fest, 1-7 8 p.m., Cottonwood Park. Gates open at noon, and tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the gate, with kids 12 & under free. Music, regional beer sampling, vendors and a kid\u2019s activity area. Benefits Mancos Valley Resources and the Mancos River Trail. For a list of ticket outlets and more information please visit www.mancosbrewingcompany.com.<\/p>\n
D.C. Rat Rod Nationalz Car Show and Swap Meet in Dove Creek. Any and all vehicles are welcome. Registration is free and begins at 9 a.m. at New Frontier, 313 West Highway 491. Awards presented at 3 p.m. Details: Art at 970 677-2676 or Larry at 970 677-2863.<\/p>\n
Community Swap Meet, sponsored by Cortez Civitan, 8 a.m. to noon 20620 U.S. 491, 12 miles north of Cortez at mile marker 39. Space rental: $10. To RSVP, call Gayle 970-529-3747.<\/p>\n
SW Colorado Livestock Association and SW Cowbelles host a barbecue and dance at the Lewis-Arriola Community Center. The barbecue starts at 6:30 p.m.; and the dance at 8 p.m., with The Vanishing Breed. Tickets: $10 each with children 17 and under free. Details: 565-1972.<\/p>\n
Wednesday, Aug. 19<\/p>\n
The Southwest Center for Independence holds its annual Kaa-vi- Nuu-ci Tuvu-pu (Mountain Utes Lands) Vallecito Potluck Picnic from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at the north end of Vallecito Reservoir. Bring your favorite dish to share. Barbecue, drinks, & table service provided. Questions, directions, dish suggestions or RSVP: 259-1672.<\/p>\n
ThUrsday, Aug. 20<\/p>\n
Jan Wright is at the Mancos Public Library at 211 W. First St. from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. for a free workshop utilizing the artist\u2019s newly created Hands of the Ancients Medicine Cards. ?Explore the magic of this new divination deck of 28 cards. Details: www.mancoslibrary.org or 970-533-7600.<\/p>\n
Friday, Aug. 21<\/p>\n
Start-up Showcase, Fort Lewis College Ballroom, 1:30-4:30 p.m. Come and see five innovative startups selected and sponsored by SCAPE \u2013 Telluride VA, and the New Mexico Angels.<\/p>\n
Saturday, Aug. 22<\/p>\n
DJ Ralphsta spins at Blondies in Cortez, 9 p.m.<\/p>\n
Civil Air Patrol Mesa Verde Cadet Squadron\u2019s Open House and Awards Ceremony, 2 p.m., at K-9 SAR, 35 Railroad Ave., Dolores. Guest speaker: Buddy Rivera, Naval Academy Blue & Gold Officer. All are welcome.<\/p>\n
Sunday, Aug. 23<\/p>\n
For Pets\u2019 Sake Humane Society holds its Annual Pot Luck Meeting, 1-3 p.m. in Cortez at the large pavilion in Centennial Park near the duck pond. Please bring something to share. Drinks provided. There will be an election of board members. All are welcome. Details: 970-565-PETS\/7387.<\/p>\n
Thursday, Aug. 27<\/p>\n
For Pets\u2019 Sake Humane Society holds its monthly board meeting at 6:30 p.m. at the Cortez Public Library, 202 N. Park St. On tap: finances, pet assistance programs, fall yard sale and other fundraisers. All are welcome. Details: (970) 565-PETS\/7387.<\/p>\n
Friday, Aug. 28<\/p>\n
Live country music with Carl Johnson Trio featuring slide guitar. Blondies in Cortez 7pm for more info call 564-0454<\/p>\n
Saturday, Aug. 29<\/p>\n
80s costume party with Inner Orbit Sound System at Blondies in Cortez, 9 p.m. Prize for best costume.<\/p>\n
Through August<\/p>\n
Southwest Art league member Jay Whitewolf exhibits at the Cortez Cultural Center.<\/p>\n
Friday-Saturday, Sept. 4-6<\/p>\n
Mosaics as Meditation Retreat, Peacewhisper Retreat Center (23 miles southwest of Dove Creek) and includes lodging, meals, reflection, prayer, music and silence as well as hands-on instruction and demonstrations. Cost: $295; $225 for campers. Contact: Barb (970-846-8466) or peacewhisper@gmail.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n September<\/p>\n Call for artists and vendors for Mancos Valley Balloon & Artfest, which runs Sept. 26-27. Details: 970-533-7434 or www.chamber@mancosvalley.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n Friday, Sept. 11<\/p>\n Live music with Rob Webster at Blondies in Cortez, 8 p.m. More info at www.robwebstermusic.com.<\/p>\n Saturday, Sept. 19<\/p>\n Community Swap Meet, sponsored by Cortez Civitan, 8 a.m. to noon 20620 U.S. 491, 12 miles north of Cortez at mile marker 39.. Space rental: $10. To RSVP, call Gayle 970-529-3747.<\/p>\n Square dance lessons at Kemper Elementary: A meet-and-greet at Kemper at 6:30 p.m.; lessons beginning Sept. 21, 7:15-8:45 p.m. Info: Judy Morris 565-9836 or Vonnie Robinson 749-9682.<\/p>\n November<\/p>\n Southwest Art League member Saralynn Risenhoover is a featured artist at the Cortez Recreation Center and lynn Risenhoover is a featured artist at the Cortez Library.<\/p>\n Monday-Friday<\/p>\n Free nondenominational silent meditation in the Johnson Building at 7 p.m., at 925 Broadway, No. 184. Call (970) 560-2822.<\/p>\n Mondays And Fridays<\/p>\n Cortez Public Library offers one-on-one computer and tech tutoring. Call 970-565-8117 or visit the library, 202 N. Park, to schedule an appointment.<\/p>\n Saturdays<\/p>\n The Cortez Farmers Market runs 7:30 a.m. until sellout through October in the County Courthouse parking lot at the of Main and Elm streets. Fruits and vegetables, baked goods, food and beverages, plants, crafts, story time and live music \u2013 all produced in Montezuma and Dolores counties.<\/p>\n First Monday<\/p>\n Southwest Center for Independence Second Chance Brain Injury group meets at noon at 2409 E. Empire, Cortez. Call Matthew, 570-8001.<\/p>\n Cortez Emblem Club No. 261 meets at 6:30 p.m. the first Monday every month at the Cortez Elks Lodge. More info: 565-2197.<\/p>\n First Tuesday<\/p>\n American Legion Ute Mountain Post 75 meets at 7 p.m. at the Legion Hall, 320 N. Harrison St. Call 565-8151.<\/p>\n Dolores Mountain Quilters meets 10 a.m. at the Dolores Community Center, 400 Riverside Ave. The program for Aug. 4 will be information to increase your knowledge of various \u201cfancy\u201d feet for your sewing machines. Guests and visitors welcome. Info: doloresmountainquilters.org or Sine Skags at 719-850-0923.<\/p>\n The Mesa Verde Back Country Horsemen meet at the Elks Lodge in Cortez at 6:15 p.m. (except December). Buy a taco or hamburger and drink. The meeting starts at 7 p.m. Info: www.mesaverdehorsemen.com.<\/p>\n First and Third Tuesday<\/p>\n Children Wanted! St. Paul\u2019s Joyful Noise Children\u2019s Choir meets 4 to -4:45 p.m. at Oak and Bauer. Learn traditional, upbeat songs children usually learn in Sunday school with piano, dulcimer, hand percussion, a few Orff instruments and some acting and dance moves. Free. All welcome, Ages K-5.<\/p>\n Second Tuesday<\/p>\n The Ute Mountain High School Rodeo Team meets the second Tuesday of every month at 6 p.m. in the outdoor arena at the fairgrounds. Contact Karen for information at 970-560-2657.<\/p>\n Second and Fourth Tuesdays<\/p>\n Knitting Club at the Mancos Public Library. Learn to knit, 6-7 p.m. Come to any or all sessions. Free. Teens and adults welcome. Bring your own needles and yarn if possible. To sign up or for info, ?visit www.mancoslibrary.org or ?call Kathy Graf at 970-565-7600 ext. 206 or email kgraf@mancoslibrary.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n First Wednesday<\/p>\n Diabetes support group meets 3:30-5 p.m. in the Kiva Room at Southwest Memorial Hospital. Learn to manage diabetes; share ideas. Sessions are free and open to anyone with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes. Contact Laura White, RD, at 564-2276 for details.<\/p>\n First Thursday<\/p>\n