{"id":118461,"date":"2014-08-13T20:22:38","date_gmt":"2014-08-14T02:22:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dh.durangoherald.com\/tj\/community-calendar-313\/"},"modified":"2014-08-13T20:22:38","modified_gmt":"2014-08-14T02:22:38","slug":"community-calendar-313","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dh.durangoherald.com\/tj\/community-calendar-313\/","title":{"rendered":"Community Calendar"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Thursday, Aug. 14<\/p>\n<p>Kristin Kuckelman and the Crow Canyon Archaeological Center present \u201cWork Room, Storage Room, Kitchen, and Refuge: The Many and Varied Uses of Multiple-Story Structures in Late Pueblo III Villages of the Northern San Juan,\u201d 7 p.m., 23390 Road K, Cortez. Part of the 2014 Four Corners Lecture Series. Free. Call 970-564-4362.<\/p>\n<p>The Four Corners Back Country Horsemen holds its monthly meeting at 7 p.m. at the PineRiverSeniorCenter in Bayfield. Guests are welcome. Chad Moore will answer questions about brand inspections. Information: www.4cbch.org or contact Pat Amthor at 970-382-0980 or <a href=\"mailto:pamthor2014@gmail.com\">pamthor2014@gmail.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Saturday, Aug. 16<\/p>\n<p>Dirt Riot 4\u00d74 Endurance Racing at BattleRock Offroad Park, 5740 County Road G. Gates open at 9 a.m. Full-day action, with food vendors. More than 40 competitors. Tickets: $15\/adult; $5 ages 8-16; free for ages 7-under.<\/p>\n<p>School Supply Drive, 7:30 to 11:30 a.m. at First and Elm streets in Cortez. Needed supplies include dry erase markers, copy paper, notebook paper, 1-inch binders, construction paper, No. 2 pencils, erasers, spiral notebooks, composition books, glue, pocket folders, Scotch tape and Kleenex. Contact Judy Schuenemeyer at <a href=\"mailto:judyswsc@q.com\">judyswsc@q.com<\/a> or 565-7837.<\/p>\n<p>Southwest Colorado Livestock Association Summer BBQ and Dance, Saturday, Aug. 16 starting at 6:30 p.m. at the Lewis-Arriola Community Center. Dance to Vanishing Breed starting at 8 p.m. The cost for barbecue and dance is $10 a person; children under 17, free. Open to the public. Information: 565-1972.<\/p>\n<p>The Durango Nature Center plans a workshop on animal signs 10:30 am to 12:30 p.m., with instructor John Duwe. Free entry to the Nature Center from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. Cost is $10 for nonmembers, free for members. Stay after for a picnic and to explore the Nature Center.<\/p>\n<p>Sunday, Aug. 17<\/p>\n<p>All Terrain Hero Race. Run. Walk at BattleRock Offroad Park, 5740 County Road G, Registration at www.allterrainhero.com or 6:30-7:10 a.m. day of the race. First flight for timed racers at 7:15 a.m. All funds raise money for The Gwendolyn Strong Foundation. The run is 4.5 miles on rough terrain, with altitude changes. Information: <a href=\"mailto:shelley@werocklive.com\">shelley@werocklive.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Monday, Aug. 18<\/p>\n<p>Four Corners Nine Twelve group meeting 7 p.m. at the Cortez Elks Lodge. Public is invited. Agenda will focus on hearing from candidates for County Commissioner, Mr. Lambert, GOP and Mr. Utrep, Independent.<\/p>\n<p>Wednesday, Aug. 20<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWhat is God?\u201d will be the topic on Wednesday, Aug. 20 at 6:30 for the \u201cHow You Can Be Part of a Christian Community with Integrity and Not Believe All Those Things You Thought You Had to Believe\u201d conversation held at St. Barnabas Church (corner of North and Elm). Call 565-7865.<\/p>\n<p>Thursday, Aug. 21<\/p>\n<p>Montezuma County Democratic Party Central Committee meets at Cliffrose Gardens. Meeting at 6:30 p.m.; social hour at 7 p.m. Information: Co-chair Ric Plese, 970-739-4365.<\/p>\n<p>SATURDAY, AUG. 23<\/p>\n<p>The 6th Annual Medicine Horse \u2018Masters\u2019 Golf tournament registration is 8 a.m. with a Scramble Format\/Shotgun start at 8:30 a.m. at the South Forty (Par 3) Course, 25500 Road H, Cortez. Cost:  $25 per player or $100 per 4-person team. Funds go to Medicine Horse therapy programs. Pre-register at 970-533-7403 or at medicinehorsecenter.org.<\/p>\n<p>Sunday, Aug. 24<\/p>\n<p>The Bridge Emergency Shelter is holding its 2nd Annual Homeless Awareness Walk. Registration 4:30 to 5 p.m. at the Playground Shelter at Parque de Vida. This one-mile walk is open to all. It will celebrate the community\u2019s efforts toward the homeless. Food and monetary donations accepted. To register or for information, call 970-565-9808 or e-mail <a href=\"mailto:ktworek@thebridgeshelter.org\">ktworek@thebridgeshelter.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Wednesday, Aug. 27<\/p>\n<p>Goal Academy plans an open house on from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. at 19 N. Maple St. in Cortez. Goal Academy is a free and accredited online\/blended learning high school serving students ages 14-21. Currently accepting applications and enrolling at www.goalac.org or 213-0923 and 412-0630.<\/p>\n<p>Thursday, Aug. 28<\/p>\n<p>The Annual Membership Meeting of the Montezuma County Historical Society, 7 p.m. at the Cortez United Methodist Church, 515 N. Park St. After the business meeting, a free presentation by Mike K Maddox, based on his recent book \u201cPorter and Ike Stockton: Colorado and New Mexico Outlaws.\u201d Refreshments and book signing. Public invited. Info: Philip and Vivienne Kenyon, 565-7714.<\/p>\n<p>Saturday, Aug. 30<\/p>\n<p>Josh Blue, winner of Last Comic Standing, performs in Cortez at 6 p.m. at the Parque de Vida pavilion to benefit Special Olympics Cortez. Gates open at noon. Bring ID to purchase alcohol. Cost: $20 in advance $25 at the gate. Tickets at Rocky Mountain One Stop or 565-9249.<\/p>\n<p>The Montezuma Early Childhood Council Free Family Day at the Park De Vida before the Josh Blue Special Olympics Fundraiser on Saturday, Aug. 30. Fun events start at 1 p.m.<\/p>\n<p>Through August<\/p>\n<p>Indian Dancers and Sam Sandoval, Navajo Code Talker at The Cultural Center, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday 7-8 p.m. Every Wednesday at 8 p.m. in The Gallery: Sam Sandoval, WWII Navajo Code Talker. Note: Saturday, July 12 and Saturday, Aug. 9, there will be no Indian Dancers.<\/p>\n<p>Tri-County Head Start\/Early Head Start is taking enrollments for the 2014-2015 school year in Montezuma County. To see if your child qualifies for a head start, call Toni Gilge, 970-565-6040 ext. 11 (for 3-5-year-olds) or Nancy Daves 970-565-8850 (for infants and toddlers).<\/p>\n<p>Join yoga teacher Dean Kottmann for \u201cMen on Mondays\u201d at Heart and Core Yoga Studio, 7-8 p.m. Yoga classes for men of all levels and ages meets Aug. 4, 11, 18, and 25. 30 W. Main St., Cortez. Info: 739-0547 or heartandcoreyoga.com.<\/p>\n<p>Southwest Artists League artist for August is Shirley Percell, at the Cortez Public Library, 202 N. Park St. Bill Lemons\u2019 display of wild orchids of Montezuma County photos continues through August, and Ramon de Encio displays his wood impressions through September. Info: 970-565-8117.<\/p>\n<p>FRIDAY-SATURDAY, SEPT. 5, 6<\/p>\n<p>The Montelores Catholic Community holds its Annual Rummage\/Yard Sale, 8 a.m.-3 p.m., at St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church, at Montezuma and Market streets in Cortez. A wide array of items will be available and includes books, clothing (all sizes), household items, kitchenware, glassware, linens, shop, yard\/garden, tools, furniture, small appliances, produce table and much, much more.  Information: Barbara at 565-9673.<\/p>\n<p>Saturday, Sept. 6<\/p>\n<p>The Guardian Angel\u2019s Walk to End Alzheimer\u2019s is at Cortez City Park.  Registration is at 9 a.m., and the Walk begins at 10 a.m. Country fair, with food, drinks, entertainment, games  Free, but donations welcome. Information: Cindy Lichliter (749-2319).<\/p>\n<p>Saturday, Sept. 13<\/p>\n<p>The Montezuma VFW will be hosting it\u2019s Annual End of Harvest Dinner for Veterans and their families Saturday at our Post home in Mancos, Sept.13, starting at 5 p.m.  This event is open to all Veterans. Join us good fellowship, and for roasted pig, corn and ice cream. The event is free, donations will be accepted.<\/p>\n<p>Thursday, Sept. 18<\/p>\n<p>The Mancos Tree Board conducts a workshop on pruning  street trees, concentrating on the area of Montezuma Avenue to 1st Street and Foch Street, and Main to Aztec Streets. Meet at Main and First at 9:30 am.<\/p>\n<p>Sept. 19-21<\/p>\n<p>The Town of Mancos will be accepting scrap metal, old furniture, and old household items excluding electronics at the public works shop, 300 S. Monte. Friday the workshop will be open 8 a.m.- 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday it will be open 8 a.m.-2 p.m.  Standard-sized tires will be accepted for a $3 fee.<\/p>\n<p>SATURDAY, SEPT. 20<\/p>\n<p>Meeting about Montessori-based religious information for kids 3-6 will be held at St. Barnabas Church at 3 p.m. Catechesis of the Good Shepherd uses the stories of faith as vehicles to give expression to their connection to God. Information: 303-883-5679 or 565-7865.<\/p>\n<p>Saturday, Oct. 11<\/p>\n<p>Cortez Elks 1789 Oktoberfest celebration. Open to the public and includes a golf tournament, autographed sports items silent auction, German food and more. Proceeds benefit Elks projects. Information: event chairman Lynn Gann at 970-565-7423 or club manager at 970-565-3557.<\/p>\n<p>First and Third Thursdays<\/p>\n<p>Learn signs and nursery rhymes at the Mancos Public Library at 10 a.m. All ages welcome. Call 970-403-9237.<\/p>\n<p>Second Saturday<\/p>\n<p>The Mancos Valley Historical Saturday meets at the Mancos Public Library at 10 a.m. Info: Bob Huffman: 406-249-7733<\/p>\n<p>Second Tuesday<\/p>\n<p>The Montezuma County Historical Society Board of Directors meets at 11:30 a.m. at the Cortez Elks Club and includes a no-host lunch. Anyone interested in the history of Montezuma County and the Four Corners is welcome.<\/p>\n<p>Second Thursday<\/p>\n<p>The Southwest Woodworkers Guild meets at 7 p.m. at various locations. Woodworkers welcome, beginner to expert.  beginner to the expert. Call Rick at 533-7180.<\/p>\n<p>Second Thursday<\/p>\n<p>Republican Women of Montezuma County invite the public to meet at noon at Shiloh\u2019s Steakhouse at 5 Veach St., Cortez. Call Rosemarie Beall at 564-1576.<\/p>\n<p>A free legal self-help clinic for Montezuma County parties without an attorney are 2-5 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.<\/p>\n<p>Third Saturday<\/p>\n<p>Christian Motorcycle Association, CMA \u2013 Cortez Chapter holds its 8 a.m. breakfast, 9 a.m. chapter meeting and 10 a.m. ride (weather permitting). At Beny\u2019s restaurant in Cortez.  Call Chapter President Steve Reed at 970-565-7233. No motorcycle required.<\/p>\n<p>Third Wednesday<\/p>\n<p>The Cortez Area Chamber of Commerce Luncheon is held at noon at Shiloh Steakhouse. Call 565-3414.<\/p>\n<p>Third Thursday<\/p>\n<p>Dolores secondary PTO meets the third Thursday of every month at 3:45 p.m. in 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<p>Fourth Tuesday<\/p>\n<p>4 Corners Republican Women\u2019s Club meets at 11:30 a.m. at the Cortez Elk\u2019s Lodge.  Information: 565-2197.<\/p>\n<p>Fourth Thursday<\/p>\n<p>Monthly Civil Air Patrol Senior Squadron\u2019s monthly meeting, 6:30 pm, First Baptist Church of Mancos, 150 N. Walnut St.<\/p>\n<p>Last Thursday<\/p>\n<p>Suicide Support Group, 6:15 p.m. Hospice of Montezuma, 1345 S. Broadway, Cortez. Information:  565-4400.<\/p>\n<p>Every Sunday<\/p>\n<p>First United Methodist Church has a Native American Worship Service at 2 p.m. Information: 565-3002.<\/p>\n<p>Every Tuesday<\/p>\n<p>The Montezuma Agility Dog Club\u2019s Basic Obedience classes for dogs 5\u00c2\u00bd months and older. Classes are Tuesdays at 7 p.m., last one hour, and begin on April 29 and continue for six weeks. Registration is first-come, first-served.  Information: 970-882-5404.<\/p>\n<p>The Dolores Public Library answers technology\/software questions. Free at 2-5 p.m. Call 882-4127.<\/p>\n<p>Free medical care, Tuesday from 1 to 1:30 p.m., St. Barnabas Church, 110 W. North St., Cortez. Call 565-4436 to schedule or show up. Limited primary and pediatric care.<\/p>\n<p>The Mancos Public Library, 211 W. First St., continues the Little People Seasonal Storytime, at 10:30 a.m. The program follows the Mancos Re-6 schedule and runs through May. Children ages 2-6 will be taught songs, verses and stories. A craft is also offered. Free. Call the Library at 533-7600 or visit www.mancoslibrary.org<\/p>\n<p>Every Thursday<\/p>\n<p>Raising Readers Storytime offers songs, stories and crafts  using the Early Childhood Literacy Initiative program at the Cortez Public Library, 202 N. Park St. For preschoolers at 10:30 a.m. Older children may attend the craft at 11:15 a.m.<\/p>\n<p>Country music and dancing for senior residents at the Cortez Senior Center, 7-10 p.m.<\/p>\n<p>Every Friday<\/p>\n<p>Friendship Social Group, 1 p.m. at Beny\u2019s Diner, 640 S. Broadway, Cortez.  For those who are looking for support with finding new friends and social  activities after a loss, or need a break from the role of a caregiver. Sponsored by Hospice of Montezuma.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Thursday, Aug. 14 Kristin Kuckelman and the Crow Canyon Archaeological Center present \u201cWork Room, Storage Room, Kitchen, and Refuge: The Many and Varied Uses of Multiple-Story Structures in Late Pueblo III Villages of the Northern San Juan,\u201d 7 p.m., 23390 Road K, Cortez. Part of the 2014 Four Corners Lecture Series. Free. Call 970-564-4362. 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