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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 provided. Info: 970-779-3111 or marija@osadha.com. Held at Osadha Natural Health, 21055 Highway 140 in Hesperus.

"The Ben & Jerry's Story: 35-year struggle to maintain its soul" features guest speaker Jeff Furman, 4-5:30 p.m. at Fort Lewis College, 130 Nobel Hall. Donations go to La Plata County Thrive! Living Wage Coalition. Info: 970-335-8114 or thrivelaplata@gmail.com.

Thursday, April 16

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 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.

Comedian Adrianne Chalepah at the Sunflower Theatre in Cortez, 7-8 p.m., with comedian Chizz Bah. Benefits Children's Kiva PTO. Tickets $20 at sunflowertheatre.org. Dinner and drinks at Pepperheads, Stonefish Sushi, and Lounging Lizard, also provide donations for the Children's Kiva PTO. Childcare at the Kiva Elementary school for $5 per child per house, 882-3425.

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.

Wednesday, April 22

The Southwest Colorado Green Party will hold a special meeting on April 22 in the Wilson Building at 10 W. Main St., Cortez, at 6:30 p.m. All are welcome.

Thursday, April 23

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 & A Movie with The Permaculture Provision Project, 6 p.m., Hananiah's Rest Ranch, 10501 Road 20, Cortez. Enjoy a Curry dinner and Spicebox Homes Spicecake. Films include excerpts of John D. Liu's "Hope in a Changing Climate." Suggested donation: $10 per person. Reserve a spot at 970-759-2724. More info: www.permacultureprovisionproject.org.

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.

"The Raising of America" documentary shows at the Sunflower Theatre, 6:30-7:30 p.m., 8 E. Main St., Cortez. The "Early Childhood and the Future of Our Nation" episode covers initiatives conducted by Nobel laureate James Heckman, Arthur Rolnick and others. Participate in a local panel. Info: 375-5807.

Wednesday, April 29

Mancos Kindergarten Open House, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Enrolling families receive an information packet, and may meet other parents and students. Call 533-7744 to provide your child's name to the school. Students need to be 5 years old on or before Sept. 15, 2015 to enroll.

Thursday, April 30

"Death - The Ultimate Fear?" 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. Meet at St. Barnabas Church, at 6:30. Questions required. No answers promised. Call 565-7865 for more information.

Through April

Cortez Artist Gallery Exhibit, Keith Campbell's Wild Landscapes of the American Southwest Photography, featuring 2D images of 3D natural wonders. Reception, April 9, 5:30-6:30 Cortez Artists Gallery 25 N. Market St., Cortez.

Monday, May 4

The Mt. Lookout Grange (680 Grange Ave, Mancos) hosts a presentation at 7 p.m. by the Montezuma School to Farm Project about the program's work to connect our farming heritage with our growing future. All are welcome to this free event.

Tuesday, may 5

Cortez Middle School Spring Concert, 7 p.m., in the CMS main gym, featuring the music of the sixth- seventh- and eighth-grade band, CMS Jazz Band and a combined number. Free. Everyone is welcome.

Thursday, May 7

"SouthWest Colorado Concerts presents The Alliance Brass Quintet. This last concert for the season features one of the world's finest brass ensembles. M-CHS Auditorium, 7 p.m. Tickets: $20/adult, $5/youth. More info: Lindsay Havran 565-7676 or Joyce Stevenson 565-4757.

Friday, May 8

The Ute Mountain-Mesa Verde Birding Festival tour 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 23

Fifth Annual Dairy Goat Information Day, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 20198 County Road P in Cortez. Get advice and demonstrations on care and maintenance. Multiple breeds will be represented, some for sale. Info: Jeanette at 565-9065 and leave a message.

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 Tuesday

The Mancos Water Conservancy District board meets at 7 p.m. at the district's office, 42599 Road N, Mancos. Info: Gary Kennedy, 533-7325.

Second Sunday

The Mancos Community Dinners, each month at Mt. 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.

Second Thursday

Montezuma County Republican Women meet at noon at Shiloh's on Veach and Main St. All are welcome. Info: Rosemarie Beall at 564-1576.

A free legal self-help clinic for Montezuma County parties without an attorney are 2-4 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.

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 Wednesday

Caregiver/advocate support group for caregivers of any person with Alzheimer's, dementia or any chronic illness at 6 p.m. at the Methodist Church, 515 North Park St. Cortez. Discuss options with other caregivers.

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.

Fourth Tuesday

4 Corners Republican Women's Club meets at 11:30 a.m. at the Cortez Elk's Lodge. Info: 565-2197.

Fourth Thursday

Monthly Civil Air Patrol Senior Squadron's monthly meeting, 6:30 p.m., First Baptist Church of Mancos, 150 N. Walnut St. Call 970-759-7012.

Last Thursday

The Mancos Public Library Board of Trustees meets at 5 p.m. in the library meeting room, 211 West First Street, Mancos. Info. 533-7600.

Every Tuesday

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; runs through May. Children ages 2-6 will be taught songs, verses and stories. A craft is offered. Free. Call the library at 533-7600 or visit www.mancoslibrary.org.

"Joyful Noise" Children's Choir starting in Mancos. Grades K-6, Homeschoolers welcome. Tuesdays, 4-4:45 p.m. at St. Paul's Church, corner of Bauer and Oak in Mancos.

Every Wednesday

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

Yoga Flow with Lily, 9:30-11 a.m. at the Grange. Call 847-819-2039.

Every Thursday

Country music and dancing for residents at the Cortez Senior Center, 7-10 p.m.

Elks Bingo. New hours, beginning at 7 p.m. Come eat, play and visit.