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Cortez
Cortez
The Over-the-Hill-Gang hosts a car cruise, from 5-8 p.m. Meet at Burger Boy, 400 E. Main St. Details: 970-560-1891.
Silent auction fundraiser, to pay for Madison House’s vet and medicine costs for its dog Basil Rathbone, 5:50-7:30 p.m., 120 S. Madison St. Details: 970-565-2047.
Annual Geer Park Trail Maintenance Day and Barbecue, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Join the Montezuma Land Conservancy, city of Cortez and SWCCA for a trail maintenance day. Tools, barbecue and beverages provided. Bring work gloves. Details: 970-565-1664.
The Cannondolls and Six Dollar String Band, 7 p.m., Sunflower Theatre, 8 E. Main St. Doors open at 6:15 p.m. Tickets: $12 in advance and $15 at the door. Details: www.sunflowertheatre.org or 970-516-1818.
Ballet Folklorico de Durango performs at the Cortez Public Library, 1:30 p.m., 202 N. Park St. Mexican Folkloric dance. Details: 970-565-8117.
The Mancos Valley Chorus spring concert, “Earth, Wind & Fire,” at 3:30 p.m. at the Mancos United Methodist Church. Free. Seating is limited.
Ellen Augarten, artist-in-residence at Mesa Verde National Park, conducts a hands-on photography workshop, 6-7:30 p.m. at the Cortez Public Library, 202 N. Park St. Learn and discuss double-exposure techniques. Free. Bring a camera. Details: 970-565-8117.
The Mancos Valley Chorus spring concert, “Earth, Wind & Fire,” 7 p.m. at the Cortez Methodist Church. Free. Seating is limited.
Chasing Clouds of Confusion, 7 p.m., Sunflower Theatre, 8 E. Main St. Presented by Bob Doyle, director of lung health programs at the American Lung Association in Colorado.
Annual Cortez United Methodist Women luncheon, noon, First United Methodist Church, 515 N. Park St. The speaker is Pastor Craig Paschal from the Mancos United Methodist Church, which has given sanctuary to Rosa Sabido for nearly a year. Hear about the effects on the community and his ministry. He has spoken in Congress for legislation that would permit Rosa Sabido to remain in the U.S. Free. RSVP by May 7 to Eleanor Kuhl, 970-564-0708.
For Pets’ Sake Humane Society’s Mother’s Day Bake Sale, 3-6 p.m. at the north entrance to City Market in Cortez. Bakers can drop off their goodies starting at 2:30 p.m. Friday. Early drop-offs can be made at NetForcePC (on Main near Safeway) on Thursday, May 10, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bake, buy or donate and help local pets. Details: Janet at 970-533-4042.
“Songs of the Frontier,” a spring concert by the Southwest Singers, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church, 515 N. Park St. Choral music that evokes our frontier past. Free. Light refreshments afterward. Details: 564-1576.
“Songs of the Frontier,” a spring concert by the Southwest Singers, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church, 515 N. Park St. Choral music that evokes our frontier past. Free. Light refreshments afterward. Details: 564-1576.
Beginning Birding Tour, as part of the Ute Mountain-Mesa Verde Birding Festival. Travel by van to Thomas Preserve. Become familiar with field guides and binoculars. Learn the first steps to identifying birds. Bring a sack lunch for a birding picnic at Denny Lake. Cost: $10. Pre-register at www.utemountainmesaverdebirdingfestival.com or call the Cortez Cultural Center, 970-565-1151.
“How Can We Repair Our Torn Social Fabric in This Era of Hyper-Partisanship?” will be the topic, at the “How You Can Be Part of a Christian Community with Integrity and Not Believe All Those Things You Thought You Had to Believe,” 6:30 p.m., at St. Barnabas Church – 110 W. North Street, Cortez. Questions required. No answers promised. Details: 565-7865.
Making Science Fun, Oral Health for Kids with Kari Plante, 11 a.m. Cortez Public Library, 202 N. Park St. Free. Details: 970-565-8117.
One Colorado Safe Schools Webinar, on the experiences of LGBTQ+ students in schools and the laws, policies, and practices that can improve their safety and inclusion, 4-5:15 p.m. at St. Barnabas (corner of North and Elm). Details: 970-565-7865.
Community Service Day Special, with tooth extraction, X-ray and anesthetic for $45 at Cortez Dental, Howard H. Pack, DMD, 43 W. Montezuma Ave. Appointments and details: 970-565-9569.
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, fundraising efforts and upcoming Membership Drive. All are welcome. Details: 970-565-PETS/7387.
Author, singer and songwriter Melanie Milburn reads her book, “Time Out Chair Blues,” at the Cortez Public Library’s preschool Storytime, 10:30 a.m., 202 N. Park St. Copies of her book for sale. Details: 970-565-8117.
Annual Dairy Goat Information Day, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 20198 County Road P, presented by the Four Corners Dairy Goat Breeders. Advice and demonstrations about raising and caring for dairy goats. Some animals and equipment may be for sale. Details: Jeanette at 970-565-9065.
Free sidewalk tours of downtown Cortez, as part of Cortez Historic Preservation Day, 10:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. starting at the Cortez Cultural Center, 25 N. Market St. HerStory will present “I Remember,” a retrospective of local pioneer women, at 7 p.m. at the Cultural Center. Sign up for tours at the Cultural Center or call 970-565-1151.
Colorado Public Lands Day cleanup, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., McPhee Reservoir marina. Take a daypack with water and snacks, and wear long pants, sturdy shoes and gloves. Students are welcome. Leave pets at home. SJMA will provide a light lunch. Details: 970-385-1310 or email kathe@sjma.org.
Cortez City Cleanup Day, 9 a.m., Parque de Vida pavilion. Volunteers wanted. Gloves, hat, bags, barbecue lunch provided. RSVP by May 12 at the Colorado Welcome Center at Main Street and Mildred Road or at the Cortez Rec Center or by emailing cleanup@cityofcortez.com. Details: Sandra Crow, 970-565-4048.
An evening of classical music by local performers, 5 p.m., First United Methodist Church, 515 N. Park St. Free. Donations will be accepted. Details: Joe Curry, 970-903-4672.
Educational hike in Sand Canyon, Canyons of the Ancients National Monument, 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Three miles. Registration required at gabi@sjma.org or 970-759-1170. Suggested donation: $10.
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. For details and to confirm, call 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, 8 miles north of Cortez and west on Road S off U.S. Highway 491. Fellowship with music and a message. Details: 970-565-4194.
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 or 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 Type 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, at The People’s Place, 215 E. Main St. All are welcome. Details: 970-516-1693.
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.
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., outdoor arena at the Montezuma County Fairgrounds. Details: Karen, 970-560-2657.
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.
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 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, healthy choices, food budgets. Space is limited. Call 970-564-2275 for the store location and to register.
The 4 Corners Republican Women’s Club meets, 11:30 a.m. for lunch and social at the Shiloh Steakhouse. The meeting begins at noon. Details: Visit the club’s Facebook page, @4CornersRW, or call Jan at 970-560-2197.
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.
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.
Four Corners Community Band practice, 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 4cornerscommunityband@gmail.com or visit “Four Corners Community Band” on Facebook. The band is supported in part by Onward! A Legacy Foundation and by the city of Cortez.
One-on-one computer and tech tutoring, Cortez Public Library, 202 N. Park St. Details: 970-565-8117 or at the library.
The Mesa Verde Cadet Squadron of the Civil Air Patrol meets, 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the American Legion building, 420 N. Harrison St.
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 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. Older children may join for a craft at 11:15 a.m. Topics for May: Mother’s Day, May 10; Time Out Chair Blues with singer-songwriter Melanie Milburn, May 17; Pets, May 24; Turtle & Tortoise, May 31. 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.
The Montezuma County Senior Center senior dance, 7-9 p.m., 107 N. Chestnut St. Details: Nita Warner, 970-565-9855.
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 Highway 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. Highway 160, 2 miles east of the Montezuma County 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
Dolores
Mesa Verde Back Country Horsemen’s annual poker ride, 8 a.m., Sage Hen area north of McPhee Reservoir. Lunch after ride. Details: www.mesaverdehorsemen.com or email mvbchorsemen@yahoo.com. Call Wayne Schaaf at 970-964-1904 or Ted Saunders at 970-565- 7739.
The League of Women Voters of Montezuma County meets, 8:45 a.m. at the Ponderosa Restaurant. The speaker will be JoDee Powers of the Montezuma Community Economic Development Association. She will discuss economic development in Montezuma County. Open to the public.
Craft festival, noon to 5 p.m., West View RV Resort, 12092 Colorado Highway 145. Nineteen booths and a variety of goods. Food, drinks and live music, noon to 4 p.m. Details: www.westviewrvresort.com.
Dolores Mountain Quilters meet, 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.
Dolores secondary PTO meets, 3:45 p.m., Mr. Thurston’s office. Email Heather Alvarez at halvarez0722@gmail.com or call Tif at 903-8752.
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 Highway 145. Details: Steve Reed, 970-565-7233. No motorcycle required.
Bright Babies, at 10 a.m., Dolores Public Library, 1002 Railroad Ave. Infants and their caregivers are invited to a 30-minute program with stories, sensory play and signs. Details: 882-4127 or DoloresLibrary.org.
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 and 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.
Storytime program, 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.
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
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
The Mancos Valley Chorus spring concert, “Earth, Wind & Fire,” 3:30 p.m. at the Mancos United Methodist Church. Free. Seating is limited.
The Mancos Valley Chorus spring concert, “Earth, Wind & Fire,” 7 p.m. at the Mancos United Methodist Church. Free. Seating is limited.
The Mancos Bloom fundraiser, 3-7 p.m. at the Mount Lookout Grange, 680 Grand Ave. Family-friendly event features local food including burgers, brats, salad and kraut; local drinks from the Mancos Brewing Co., Dolores River Brewery and Fenceline cider, and wine. Local music from The String Theory and Kevin Frazier and Hurricane Jake. Activities such as yard games, kids’ art, crafts and a May pole dance. Details: mtlookoutgrange@gmail.com.
The Montezuma County VFW Post 5231 and Auxiliary meets, 7 p.m., 136 Grand Ave. Information: Cmdr. 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.
The Mancos Public Library Board of Trustees meeting, 5 p.m. in the library meeting room, 211 W. First St. Details: 533-7600.
Mancos Valley Chamber of Commerce Meeting, 5 p.m. at Mancos Valley Visitor Center, 101 E Bauer Ave. Public welcome. Details: 970-533-7434.
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.
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.
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 computer games.
Farmington
Farmington
Durango Kennel Club AKC dog show, McGee Park, San Juan County Fairgrounds. Over 600 dogs will compete for the coveted Best in Show trophy. Agility and Obedience dogs also will compete as well as puppies. Trick dog testing available. Free admission. Details: http://www.durangokennelclub.com.
Durango
Durango
“The Great Inca Road: A Prehistoric Highway Engineering Marvel,” will be discussed by Kenneth Wright at the meeting of the San Juan Basin Archaeological Society at 7 p.m., at the Lyceum, Center of Southwest Studies, Fort Lewis College. Social at 6:30 p.m. Details: 970-259-5845.
The Mancos Valley Chorus spring concert, “Earth, Wind & Fire,” 7 p.m. at the Christ the King Lutheran Church. Free. Seating is limited.
Old Growth Ponderosa Pine Hike, 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., up the Jones Creek Trail in the Hermosa Creek Special Management Area. Learn about the evolution of old-growth forests and fire ecology on this 3-4 mile moderate difficulty round-trip hike. Bring lunch, water and hiking shoes. Suggested donation: $10. To sign up: email gabi@sjma.org or call 970-759-1170.
