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Cortez
Blondie’s Halloween costume party, with live music, 8 p.m., Blondie’s Trophy Room, 45 E. Main St. No cover charge.
Trunk or Treat trick-or-treating, 4-6 p.m., JFargo’s restaurant, 1209 E. Main St. Trunks will be open for safe trick-or-treating for kids.
Trick-or-Treat at the EMS Station, 5-7 p.m., on the North Side of the Southwest Memorial Hospital Campus.
Displays at the Cortez Public Library, including John Mumaw’s photography of the Colorado Plateau, Cheri V’s collection of antique children’s clothing, Dolores Mountain Quilters’ display of quilts. At 202 N. Park St. Details: 970-565-8117.
Artist’s reception for Carole Graham’s photo exhibit, 5-8 p.m., Home & Range, 2409 E Empire St. Graham’s 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.
Cowboy church & Thanksgiving potluck, 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.
Double-feature engagement with guitarist Joey Leone, 10 a.m. and 6 p.m., Cortez Public Library, 202 N. Park St. Motown, classic rock and rockin’ blues. Free. Open to everyone. Refreshments. Details: 970-565-8117.
Brian Yaquinto’s “Rediscovering the Fremont of Northwest Colorado,” 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.
Free prediabetes class, 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 jritthaler@swhealth.org.
Veterans Day Celebration, 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.
Cortez Elks Lodge 1789 luncheon for active military and veterans, 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.
Basic pie-making class with Holly Tatnall, 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.
The League of Women Voters of Montezuma County meets, 9 a.m. at the Ponderosa Restaurant in Dolores. Duncan Rose will present the program: “A Tough Reality: Climate Change, Trout Habitat and the Upper Dolores,” prepared by the Dolores River Anglers chapter of Trout Unlimited. Open to the public. Details: Eleanor Kuhl, 970-564-0708.
Cortez Middle School PTO meets, 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.
Veterinarian Karlene Stange tells about her experience as a rural veterinarian, 6 p.m., Cortez Public Library, 202 N. Park St. Her presentation includes an examination of the world’s major religious, spiritual and scientific teachings. Details: 970-565-8117.
CATCH Early Childhood Implementation Training, 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.
CATCH Early Childhood Train the Trainer, 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.
Native American Heritage Month meal, 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.
For Pets’ Sake Humane Society’s monthly board meeting, 6:30 p.m. at the Cortez Public Library, 202 N. Park St. Discussion will include the group’s finances, pet assistance programs, Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot fundraiser and other upcoming events. All are welcome! Details: 970-565-PETS/7387.
The Cortez United Methodist Women’s annual Holiday Bazaar, 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.
For Pets’ Sake Humane Society’s Cortez Turkey Trot fundraiser, 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.
Catholic Daughters Crafts 4 All Seasons Bazaar and Lunch, 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.
Elks Lodge Annual Christmas Craft Bazaar, 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.
Free nondenominational silent meditation, in the Johnson Building, 7 p.m., 925 Broadway No. 184. Call 970-560-2822.
Cortez Public Library computer and tech tutoring, 202 N. Park. Call 970-565-8117 or visit the library for an appointment.
The Cortez Emblem Club 261 meets, 5:30 p.m., the Cortez Elks Lodge. Details and to confirm: President Judi Lichliter at 970-565-7370.
The Montelores Early Childhood Council’s monthly luncheon, 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.
Cowboy Church potluck dinner, 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. First Tuesday
American Legion Ute Mountain Post 75 meets, 7 p.m., the Legion Hall, 320 N. Harrison St. Details: 565-8151.
The Mesa Verde Back Country Horsemen meet, 7 p.m., the Southwest Memorial Physicians building, 20 S. Market St. Details: 970-882-4255, mesaverdehorsemen.com.
Diabetes support group meets, 3:30–5 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.
Montezuma County Democratic Women meet, 11:30 a.m., Cortez Public Library, 202 N. Park St. Details: Tulli Kerstetter, tgkaction@gmail.com.
Montezuma County Republican Central Committee meets, noon at Shiloh Steakhouse. Email Jan Gardner at montezumagop@gmail.com or call 970-565-2197.
Bariatric Surgery Weight Loss Support Group meets, 5-6:30 p.m., Kiva Room at Southwest Memorial Hospital. Share ideas and exchange information. Free. Details: Laura White, 970-564-2276.
Montezuma County Democrats meet, and all are welcome. Details: Tamara Hamilton, secretary, hamiltontamaras@gmail.com or 970-565-4067.
Caregiver/Advocate support group for caregivers of any person with Alzheimer’s, dementia or chronic illness, noon at Vista Mesa Assisted Living, 1206 N. Mildred Road. Lunch. Details: 259-0122.
The Disabled American Veterans’ monthly meeting, The Veterans Outreach Center, 7 W. First St., Cortez. Lunch at noon, meeting at 12:30 p.m. Details: 560-2793.
KIRTAN in Cortez (Bhakti Yoga practice), 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.
Be surrounded by the sense of Mystery during Evensong, contemplative, candlelit, chanted evening meditation, 7 p.m., St. Barnabas Church, 110 W. North St. Details: 970-565-7865.
Four Corners Square Dancers dance, 6:30 p.m., Kemper Elementary School. Details: 970-739-3385, 970-749-9682, 970-565-9836.
The Ute Mountain High School Rodeo Team meets, 6 p.m. in the outdoor arena at the fairgrounds. Details: Karen, 970-560-2657.
The Cortez Beading Guild meets, 5 p.m. Cortez Public Library conference room. All skill levels and talents welcome. Details: 970-529-0149.
Support group for people with disabilities meets, 2–3:30 p.m. at 2409 Empire St. Sponsored by the Southwest Center for Independence. Details: 970-570-8001 or Luanne@swilc.org.
The Montezuma County Historical Society meets for a no-host luncheon, 11:30 a.m. The public is invited to attend. Call Ann Wilson Brown at 565-2747 for the meeting place.
The Southwest Art League meets, each month. Details and locations, 970-882-4770.
Mayor’s Office Hours, 12:30-1:30 p.m., Mesa Verde Room at Cortez City Hall, 123 Roger Smith Ave.
Montezuma County Hospital District monthly board of directors meets, 6-8 p.m. Kiva Room at Southwest Memorial Hospital. Public is welcome. Details: 970-564-2146.
The Southwest Woodworkers Guild meets, 7 p.m. at various locations. Beginners and experts welcome. Details: Tom, 970-882-7360.
Montezuma County Republican Women meet, noon at Shiloh Steakhouse at Veach and Main streets. All are welcome. Details: Rosemarie Beall, 970-564-1576.
Free estate planning seminar, 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 erin@fone.net. Details: 303-588-2695.
Free Supermarket Tours, 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.
4 Corners Republican Women’s Club meets, 11:30 a.m. at the Cortez Elks Lodge. Details: 970-565-2197.
Free Family Law Post-order clinic, 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 jcuesta@colegalserve.org or call 800-521-6968.
The Cortez Beading Guild meets, noon in the Cortez Public Library conference room, 202 N. Park St. All skill levels and talents welcome. Details: 970-529-0149.
The Four Corners Community Band practice, 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.
Embrace Grace, 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 hot_rod_jorg@yahoo.com or Zandra at 970-764-0920 or email communityofbelievers41113@gmail.com.
Trivia, 7 p.m. at Blondie’s, 45 E. Main St.
One-on-one computer and tech tutoring, Cortez Public Library, 202 N. Park St. Details: 970-565-8117 or at the library.
The Cortez Public Library’s Family Entertainment Series, 2 p.m., 202 N. Park St. Details: 970-565-8117.
Open Mic, 7 p.m. at Blondie’s. Details: 739-4944.
Bridge players needed, 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.
Master’s Swimming Group with Mesa Verde Aquatics Club, 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.
Tai Chi class, 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, donnahicks42@yahoo.com.
Sitting in the quiet, meditation, contemplation, centering prayer, 12:15–12:45 p.m., St. Barnabas Church, 110 W. North St. Details: 970-565-7865.
Karaoke at Blondie’s Trophy Room, 8 p.m. to midnight. Details: 970-739-4944.
Raising Readers Storytime, 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.
Bingo at the Cortez Elks Club, 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.
Overeaters Anonymous weekly meetings, 8 p.m. at the Cortez Dental office, 43 W. Montezuma Ave. (corner of Montezuma and Chestnut). Details: 970-799-2183.
TOPS (Take off Pounds Sensibly), 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.
Genesis Study utilizing Chuck Misler’s Genesis Commentary, 6:30 p.m. at Tree of Life In’Jesus, 1509 Colorado 145. Ongoing discussion, praise and worship after. Workbook and notes are optional. Details: 970-562-6311.
Celebrate Recovery, a Christ-centered, 12-step program at Rock Springs Church campus, U.S. 160, 2 miles east of the fairgrounds. CR Café at 6-7 p.m., large learning group, 7-8 p.m., open share 8-9 p.m. Child care is provided.
Free silent nondenominational silent meditation, 10 a.m. at The Woozledoozer, 925 S. Broadway, No. 211. Call 970-560-2822 (Pixy).
The Unitarian Universalists, 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.
Course in Miracles meeting, 7-9 p.m., two miles north on Road 25. All are welcome. Details: Larry, 970-565-4286.
Dolores
Free community yoga, 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
Dolores Mountain Quilters meet, 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.
K9 Search & Rescue Team meets at the Dog House, 7:30 p.m. for training. Open to the public. Volunteers needed for response, training, administration. No dogs needed. Details: 970-882-4746.
Christian Motorcycle Association Cortez Chapter, 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.
Technology/software help with Microsoft Word, email, digital pictures, etc. Free at 2-5 p.m., Dolores Public Library, 1002 Railroad Ave. Details: 970-882-4127.
Civil Air Patrol Mesa Verde Cadet Squadron meets, 6:30–8:30 p.m. at K9 Search & Rescue in Dolores. Details: Debrah Archer, 970-759-5669.
Bible studies at Chapel on the Farm, 6 p.m. 19927 Road 26.2 Loop, Dolores. Details: 903-6153.
Dolores Public Library Storytime, 10 a.m. throughout the year. Each Storytime will include stories, crafts, more.
Tutorial Thursday, 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
The Big Picture tour, 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.
Main Exhibit Gallery Tour, 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.
Preschool Storytime, 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.
Mancos
Mancos Grand Winter Nights Event, 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.
Mancos Winter Holiday Art Bazaar and Festivities, 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.
Mancos Creative District call for artists, for the Mancos Winter Holiday Arts Bazaar on Dec. 9. Details and application: Sarah Syverson at mcddirector@gmail.com or 970-903-8831.
A free legal self-help clinic, 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.–noon and 970-564-5073 from 1–5 p.m.
The Montezuma County Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 5231 and Auxiliary meets, 7 p.m., 136 Grand Ave. Information: Commander Rick Rohsner, 970-560-3655; Auxiliary President Beverly Humiston-Scott, 970-759-1332.
Teen Movie Nights at the Mancos Public Library, 7–10 p.m. in the Mancos Public Library Community Meeting Room. View a movie on the library’s big screen. Snacks provided. Details and schedule: 970-533-7600.
The Mancos Water Conservancy District board meeting, 7 p.m. at the district’s office, 42599 Road N, Mancos. Details: Gary Kennedy, 970-533-7325.
The Mancos Community Dinners, 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.
Monthly Civil Air Patrol Senior Squadron, monthly meeting, at 6:30 p.m., First Baptist Church of Mancos, 150 N. Walnut St. Call 970-759-7012.
The Mancos Public Library Board of Trustees meeting, 5 p.m. in the library meeting room, 211 W. First St. Details: 533-7600.
Knit or crochet at the Mancos Public Library, 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 kgraf@mancoslibrary.org.
Kids Storytime at the Mancos Public Library, 10:30-11:30 a.m. A bilingual, seasonal storytime for ages birth through 6 years old.
Yoga Flow with Lily, 9:30-11 a.m. at the Grange. Call 847-819-2039.
Game Daze, 3:45-5 p.m., Mancos Public Library. For kids 8–12; opportunities to play technologically innovative computer-generated games.
Durango
Something Wild Film Festival, Durango Stadium 9 theatre, 900 Trans Lux Drive. Eleven feature films plus shorts program. Passes are on sale at Maria’s Bookshop or online at eventbrite.com, for $100 each, or $13 per individual ticket. Films include “The Landing,” “The Square,” “The Strange Ones,” and “A Taste of Ink.” Details: www.somethingwildfilmfest.com.
