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Thursday, April 2

Volunteers of America kicks off Wear the Love Campaign to raise support for the women and children served by Durango Community Shelter and the Southwest Safehouse, 4-7 p.m., at the Taylor Raymond Gallery (835 Main Ave.) in Durango. Info: Volunteers of America at 259-1021.

Maundy Thursday Holy Communion with Foot Washing, 6:30 at St. Barnabas Church on the corner of North and Elm. Info: 565-7865.

Laity Service, First Baptist Church, 100 N. Market St.

Friday, April 3

Good Friday worship with Holy Communion, Barnabas Church on the corner of North and Elm. Info: 565-7865.

St. Philip the Evangelist Anglican Church at Seventh and Market streets, offers a Good Friday Stations of the Cross Service at noon. Meditations follow scripture lessons. Info: Fr. Carl Brenner at 505-608-4060.

Laity Service, Seventh Day Adventist Church, 540 W. Fourth St.

Saturday, APril 4

Dolores Easter Egg Hunt at 9 a.m. at Joe Rowell Park sponsored by the Dolores Student Leaders in Community Service.

Mancos Ladies Auxiliary at Montezuma County VFW Post 5231 Annual Easter Egg Hunt and Bake Sale in downtown Mancos. Signups at 10:30 a.m. Egg hung begins at 11 a.m. Bake sale starts at 10:30 a.m.

Cortez Easter Egg Hunt sponsored by the Cortez Rotary Club at 10 a.m. at the Cortez City Park by the outdoor pool.

Dinner and A Movie at Fort Lewis College's Vallecita Room. Learn about Permaculture and the abundance it can bring and enjoy a Curry dinner. Dinner service starts at 6 p.m. with movies to follow. Info: 970-759-2724. A $5 donation is suggested.

Four Corners Back Country Horsemen's annual tack and consignment sale, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. La Plata County fairgrounds in Durango. Saddles, bridles, everything horse-related. Bring items to sell on Friday, April 3 from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Shop on April 4. Info: 769-6342 or www.4cbch.org.

Battle Rock 4-H Club and the Montezuma County fair board sponsor an Easter egg hunt at Four Seasons Nursery, 26650 Road P, at 11 a.m. Kids age 10 and under are invited.

The Sunflower Theatre, at Main and Market streets in Cortez, presents Western Music Association Female Artist of the Year Kristyn Harrist, 7 p.m. Doors and cash bar open at 6:15. Tickets: SunflowerTheatre.org.

Sunday, April 5

Lighthouse Baptist Church, 11502 Colorado Highway 145, Cortez, invites the community to attend its Resurrection Sunday service at 10:45 a.m.

Sunrise Easter service with bell choir and special music, 6 a.m., Barnabas Church on the corner of North and Elm. Pot luck breakfast will follow at 8 a.m. with an Easter egg hunt for the kids. Info: 565-7865.

Monday, April 6

The Mt. Lookout Grange (680 Grange Ave, Mancos) hosts a presentation by the Montezuma Orchard Restoration Project at 7 p.m. about their work to to restore an orchard culture and economy to the region. All are welcome to this free event.

Tuesday, April 7

The Mesa Verde Back Country Horsemen present "Back Country First Aid Kit" at the Elks Lodge, 2100 N. Dolores Road, in Cortez. Dinner at 6:15 p.m.. Presentation starts at 7 p.m. Karen Dickson, of the county health department, gives tips on first aid kits for the back country. Info: www.mesaverdehorsemen.com.

Wednesday, April 8

2016-16 kindergarten registration, Dolores Elementary office, noon to 6 p.m. Bring a birth certificate, immunization records, and proof of residence. Children must be 5 years old before Sept. 1, 2015.

GOAL Academy/Rocky Mountain Digital Academy (free, fully accredited, online high school) informational sessions and wait-list applications every Wednesday, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Education Zone, 19 N. Maple St. (next to Audio Box). Info: 970-213-0923 or www.goalac.org.

Thursday, April 9

"What Are We Afraid of Losing" will be the topic at the next "How You Can Be Part of a Christian Community with Integrity and Not Believe All Those Things You Thought You Had to Believe" conversation. We will meet at St. Barnabas Church, at 6:30 p.m.. Questions required. No answers promised. Call 565-7865 for more information.

21 Ways to Wear a Scarf for Spring Workshop, at Love on a Hanger, at 5:30 p.m. Followed by refreshments. One winner of a scarf of her choice. Info: Tiffani at 970-565-9075 or waters.tiffani@gmail.com.

Friday, April 10

Life Is An Adventure at Mancos Public Library, at 6 p.m.: Rick St. Onge's personal slideshow presentation of A Mount Everest Expedition. With photos and personal accounts from the expedition, St. Onge will guide you along his journey to the top of the world.

Saturday, April 11

The Mancos Valley Lions Club sponsors the annual 9Health Fair, 7-11 a.m. at the Mancos Middle School/Administration building. Info: Sandi Gregory at 533-7180 or Val Hobson at 533-7874. Register at www.9HealthFair.org.

Learn to cope with difficult days at a "time away" for women, 9 a.m. - noon, at Hampton Hall at First United Methodist Church, 515 N. Park St., Cortez. Presented by the Rev. Suzanne Listemann and Sandy Towns. Free. Info and reservations: Call Eleanor Kuhl at (970) 564-0708.

The Spring Hoedown fundraiser for the Montezuma School to Farm Project, from 5 to 11 p.m., at the Mancos Opera House. The $6 String Band, Carute Roma Gypsy Band, and The Badly Bent will perform. Local food, beer, wine and more than 50 Farmy, Homesteady, and silent auction items. Tickets: $15 in advance or $20 at the door, with kids 17 and under free. Tickets can be purchased at Zuma, Dolores Food Market and FB Organics (Cortez). Call 970-903-8831.

Mesa Elementary School's 1.5-mile run/walk to benefit the Bridge in Cortez. Prizes include a $50 prize for the top male and female runner. Cost: $5 donation or unscented bleach, liquid laundry soap, paper towels, toilet paper, coffee or sugar. Booths promoting healthy living on site. Info: Ms. Stevens or Ms. Domenichini at 565-3858 or rstevens@cortez.k12.co.us.

Saturday, April 11

The Mancos Valley Lions Club sponsors the 9Health Fair, 7 to 11 a.m. at the Mancos Middle School/Admin building. Info: Sandi Gregory at 533-7180 or Val Hobson at 533-7874. Register at www.9HealthFair.org.

Sunday, April 12

Seed Swap at Mancos Public Library, 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. Hosted by the Mancos Seed Library and SeedBroadcast, at 211 W. First St. Bring your seeds, your friends, and your stories. Leave with new seeds, new friends, and new stories. For more news and updates "Like" the Mancos Seed Library Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/MancosSeedLibrary.

Monday, April 13

The Montelores Early Childhood Council holds its monthly luncheon meeting 11:45 a.m., in downstairs meeting room 110 in the Johnson Building, 925 S. Broadway, in Cortez. The public is invited. Lunch be provided. RSVP to Vangi McCoy by calling 970-749-7017.

Wednesday, April 15

Doulas and Midwives Night in Hesperus, 6-8 p.m. Topics cover what doulas and midwives do, and fertility, pregnancy and postpartum care. Light snacks. Info: 970-779-3111 or marija@osadha.com. At Osadha Natural Health, 21055 Highway 140.

Friday, April 17

Hospice of Mercy offers a two-day volunteer training course for hospice volunteers 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday in conference room A at Mercy Regional Medical Center. Space is limited. Info: Erica Kelly at 764-3536.

Live music with Rockslide at Blondies in Cortez, 8 p.m. More info: 426-8452.

Saturday, April 18

Montelores Baptist Church hosts WestWind Connection in concert at 5:30 p.m., 18735 CR 23.5 off Colorado 184. Free and includes a barbecue dinner; donations accepted. Info: Pastor Paul Gleason at 970-882-2418.

Mancos Community Summit, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Mancos Community Center on Grand Avenue. Collaborate, problem-solve and take action around sustainable economic and community development. Target audience: Business, community leaders, nonprofits, realtors, bankers, and the public. Info: cjones@mancoscolorado.com.

Tuesday, April 21

For National Poetry Month, Maria's Bookshop hosts poet and author Pam Uschuk and 13 of her FLC students for an event on April 21 at 6:30 p.m. At Maria's Bookshop 960 Main Ave., Durango. Info: (970) 247-1438 or www.mariasbookshop.com.

Thursday, April 23

Highway 160 Corridor Public Input Session with CDOT and Town of Mancos from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Mancos Community Center, 130 Grand Ave. Your feedback is needed on new access points for the highway corridor and other improvements, including bike and pedestrian safety.

U.S. 160 Corridor Public Input Session with CDOT and Town of Mancos, 6-8 p.m. at Mancos Community Center, 130 Grand Ave. Give feedback on new access points for the highway corridor, including bike and ped safety.

Friday, April 24

The Telluride Mountain Film Fest and Great Outdoors Silent Auction at the Dolores Community Center. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and films start at 6:30 p.m. Admission is $10. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. Information: doloresriverfestival.com.

Live music with Rob Webster at Blondies in Cortez, 8 p.m. More info at www.robwebstermusic.com.

Saturday, April 25

For Pets' Sake Humane Society hosts a low-cost dog and cat vaccination clinic, 9 a.m. to noon at the IFA Country Store, 10501 Highway 491 in Cortez. Dog and cat vaccine packages include rabies, distemper (dogs), leukemia (cats), and more for $45; or $15 for rabies only. A portion will be donated to For Pets' Sake. Info: 970-565-7387.

Dinner and A Movie at the Sunflower Theatre in Cortez. Learn about Permaculture and the abundance it can bring and enjoy a Curry dinner. Dinner service starts at 6 p.m. with movies to follow. Info.: 970-759-2724. A $5 donation is suggested.

Children's Festival, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Cortez Recreation Center. Vision, hearing, dental and developmental screenings plus family fun and preschool activities. Free.

The Pueblo to Pueblo Run and Bike Event, a 5K run, ½ Marathon, or 50-mile bike ride, begins at the Cortez Cultural Center, 25 N. Market St. All proceeds benefit the cultural center. Register at www.cortezculturalcenter.org. More info or to volunteer: Sensa at (970) 565-1151 ext. 11 or admin@cortezculturalcenter.org.

Monday, April 27

Free Storm Spotter and Weather Safety Training by the National Weather Service, 6 p.m. at Cortez Journal Community Room, 123 N. Roger Smith Ave. Includes 2-hour basic class; optional training will follow. No RSVP. Info: www.crh.noaa.gov/gjt/?n=spotter

Tuesday, April 28

A Colorado Cottage Food Producer Training will be held 1-5:30 p.m. at the Montezuma County Extension Office, 109 W. Main, Room 102, Cortez. Learn basic food safety, foods permissible in the Colorado Cottage Food Act and ingredient labeling and disclaimer. Cost: $32.40 per person. Pre-register by April 23. Info: Call 565-3123.

Through April

"Here Cometh April Again" is the April theme of the Raising Readers Storytime at the Cortez Public Library, at 202 N. Park St., Cortez. Preschool program is every Thursday at 10:30 a.m. Older children may join for a craft at 11:15 a.m.

Friday, May 1

Deadline for $1,000 M-CHS Alumni Scholarship, awarded to a graduating MCHS senior attending a post-secondary institution. Info: www.onwardfoundation.org, or an M-CHS counselor. Application deadline is May 1st.

Saturday, May 2

Christian Women's Celebrations' "A Tribute to Heroes," 6 p.m., Lewis Arriola Community Center, featuring The Bar-D Wranglers and a chuckwagon dinner catered by Seas'nings. Cost: $25/person includes room fee, program, meal, drink, dessert and tip. Speaker: Sam Jarrett. Reservations/tickets required by April 25. Contact Cindy Bennetts @cwcfunevents@gmail.com or call 560-6273.

Monday, May 4

The M-CHS Band Boosters raffle takes place at the All-District Band Festival at MCHS at 7 p.m. Grand prize is a home theater system including a 55-inch HDTV, and BlueRay/DVD player valued at $1,800. Second prize is a Specialized mountain bike from Kokopelli Bike & Board valued at over $800. Tickets: 1 for $10 or 3 for $30. Information and tickets: Jacque Cook, 970-560-0108.

Friday, May 8

The Ute Mountain-Mesa Verde Birding Festival visits lakes and reservoirs in the Cortez area. Meet at Cortez Cultural Center and travel with expert Jim Beatty to observe species. Lunch, snacks, and water provided. Info: www.utemountainmesaverdebirdingfestival.com or (970) 565-1151. Reserve a spot.

Saturday, May 9

Baby-sitting Course, 9 a.m. to noon at Southwest Memorial Hospital Kiva Room. Meet in the cafeteria. Designed for age 11 to 15 to learn Basic First Aid, Basic Child and infant CPR and baby-sitting skills. Cost: $30, with all proceeds going to the Montelores Cancer Fund.

First Tuesday

Dolores Mountain Quilters meets 10 a.m. at the Dolores Community Center, 400 Riverside Ave. On April 7, Gail Braunn will show how to make a modern wall hanging, table runner and placemats. Guests and visitors are welcome. Info: doloresmountainquilters.org or Judith Swain 970-560-4426.

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.

Second and Fourth Tuesdays

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. Limited knitting needles and yarn are available, so bring your own if possible. To sign up or for information, ?visit www.mancoslibrary.org or ?call Kathy Graf at 970-565-7600 ext. 206 or email kgraf@mancoslibrary.org.

First Thursday

Montezuma County Republican Central Committee meets at noon at Shiloh Steakhouse. Email Nicci Crowley at montezumagop@gmail.com or call 570-9372.

The Montezuma County VFW Post 5231 meets at 7 p.m. at the Post home in Mancos.

Second Thursday

Summit Ridge Women's Club seeks members to promote the organization and service club efforts of providing High School scholarships, sponsoring families in need during holiday events. The club meets once a month. For information, call Marie Chiarizia 757-395-0915.

Third Thursday

Adult Computer Classes, 1:30-3 p.m. at Mancos Public Library Community Meeting Room 211, W. First St., Mancos. Call 970-533-7600 to enroll. No charge.

Dolores secondary PTO meets at 3:45 p.m. in Mr. Thurston's office. Email Heather Alvarez at halvarez0722@gmail.com or call Tif at 903-8752.

Third Sunday

The Cortez Fire Protection District holds CPR and First-Aid certification classes at 9 a.m., Station 1, 30 N. Ash St., Cortez. Courses are six to eight hours and include CPR/AED, CPR/AED and First-Aid, Healthcare Provider CPR. Minimum class size is four students. Call 970-565-3157 to register.

Fourth Monday

The Southwest Center for Independence Potluck Lunch Group meets at noon, 2409 E. Empire St., Cortez. Call Matthew, 570-8001.

Every Tuesday

The Dolores Public Library answers technology/software questions about Microsoft Word, email, digital pictures, etc. Free at 2-5 p.m. Call 882-4127.

Every Wednesday

Bible studies at Chapel on the Farm, 6 p.m. 19927 Road 26.2 Loop, Dolores. 903-6153.