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Tuesday-Friday, July 21-24
Mountain View Baptist Church of Dolores offers “Journey Off The Map” Vacation Bible School for children ages 3 years through sixth grade from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Colorado 184 and County Road 30.5. Bible stories, crafts, music, games and dinner. Details: 970-882-7521 or Pastor Scott Hartle at 970-739-4496.
Tuesday, July 21
The Montezuma County Historical Society hosts a free presentation about the history of the Veach family at 7 p.m. at the United Methodist Church, 515 N Park St., Cortez. The presentation focuses on Veaches in Scotland, England and Montezuma County.
Wednesday, July 22
Learn about the science of food transformation and preservation with food blogger Marla Meridith of FamilyFreshCooking.com. The Pinhead Institute presents Kitchen Chemistry Magic, the fourth installment of its six-week Punk Science lecture series for kids on the Cortez Cultural Center Plaza, Wednesdays through Aug. 5, at 5:15 to 6 p.m. Admission is free.
Thursday, July 23
“NAGPRA+25: Where Do We Stand? Where Are We Going?” by Kathleen Fine-Dare at 7 p.m. at the Sunflower Theatre, 8 E. Main, Cortez. Part of the Four Corners Lecture Series and sponsored by the Crow Canyon Archaeological Center and the Mesa Verde Foundation.
Thursday-Friday, July 23-24
2015 M-CHS Baseball Camp for ages 7-15. Cost: $50. To register or for details, call coach Travis Greenlee at 970-749-2933.
Friday, July 24
Reverend Catfish performs blues, rock, country, and more at Blondies in Cortez, 8 p.m.
The Southwest Memorial Hospital Auxiliary holds a Christmas in July Bazaar from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. in the hospital lobby, including a 10 percent discount in the gift shop. Members plan a bake sale. All proceeds go to the hospital.
Thursday-Saturday, July 23-25
The Mancos Brewing Co. celebrates the release of their bottled beer with a sale during Mancos Days on July 23-25. Live music from Wake Up Laughing on Friday, July 24 and with The Porchlights on Saturday, July 25.
Thursday-Sunday, July 23-26
Intermountain Weavers Conference, Fort Lewis College. Free activities, including speaker Robyn Spady, 7 p.m. on July 23. Exhibits and more than 20 vendors from 8 states selling specialty yarns, looms, spinning wheels, beads, and basket making supplies. Details: www.intermountainweavers.org.
Friday, July 24
Mulebone performs at the Sunflower Theatre, with Reverend Freakchild, at Main and Market streets in Cortez. Doors and cash bar open at 6:45. Showtimne is 7:30 p.m.. Tickets: $15, available at sunflowertheatre.org and at the door.
Friday-Saturday, July 24-25
Book Sale and Yard Sale to benefit Mancos Public Library during the Mancos Days weekend. Book sale on Friday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Donated books will be accepted at the library Monday-Thursday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and Saturday, 10 am to 3 p.m. The Yard Sale is Saturday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Donations accepted July 23 and July 24.
Mancos Days Weekend at Mancos Brewing Company features Wake Up Laughing on Friday and The Porchlights on Saturday. Music starts at 6 p.m.
Friday-Sunday, July 24-26
The 56th annual Mancos Days event will be held at Boyle Park and Grand Ave. Family Fun with games, live music and food vendors. This year a classic car show will be held on Grand Ave after the parade. For a schedule of events go to www.mancoscolorado.com.
Monday, July 27
Habitat For Humanity of Montezuma County holds a free public information session for low-income families/households interested in becoming homeowners, 6 p.m. at St. Barnabas Episcopal Church, 110 W. North St., Cortez. Free childcare available. Details: 970-565-8312 for more information or email office@habitatmontezuma.org.
Tuesday, July 28
Participate in the Montezuma County Fair Horticulture/Agriculture/Design Show, July 30 to Aug. 1. Floral design and educational entries require pre-registration by July 28. Entries will be accepted on Wednesday, July 29 from 3-8 p.m. at the Fairgrounds Rodeo Room. Call Dayna Herrick at 570-9048; for horticultural entries, Ann Streett–Joslin at 882-8022; for vegetable entries, Karen Fuller at 769-7854.
Wednesday, July 29
The sixth annual Women’s Small Business Conference is 7:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. at Fort Lewis College’s student union building, 1000 Rim Drive, Durango Female entrepreneurs are invited to receive hands-on business training seminars, free one-on-one consulting, exhibitor tables with regional resources, breakout sessions, and networking opportunities. Cost: $50. Details: coloradosbdc.org/events/6th-annual-colorado-sbdc-womens-small-business-conference.
Thursday, July 30
Mancos Public Library offers a plein air painting demonstration with Mancos artist Deb Doty at 6:30 p.m. Free. Several paintings are being featured in July on the library’s Art Wall through Aug. 4. Details: mancoslibrary.org or 970-533-7600.
Free Small Claims Clinic at 3:30 p.m. at the Justice Building, at 601 N. Mildred Road, in Cortez. Details: 970-564-5029 from 8-noon and 970-564-5073 from 1-4 p.m.
Through July
Artists of the Southwest Art League exhibit at the Cortez Cultural Center. Reception to be announced.
Southwest Art league member Judi McDonald is a featured artist at the Cortez Cultural Center.
Become a volleyball official and make some extra money while supporting student athletes. Experience not necessary; knowledge of the game is very helpful. Call Kami Oliver, (970) 562-4506.
Applications available for the 2015-2016 class of Leadership Montezuma, a two-year, countywide course with a 20-year history of engaging, developing, and inspiring community leaders. Sessions held on the third Thursday of each month. Registration closes Aug. 1. Application and details: cortezchamber.com, leadershipmontezuma@cortezchamber.com or (970) 903-0944.
August
Southwest Art league member Jay Whitewolf exhibits at the Cortez Cultural Center.
Saturday, Aug. 1
For Pets’ Sake Humane Society holds its annual Summer Wine Festival from 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. at Cliffrose Gardens just east of Cortez on U.S. 160. Wines, beers, appetizers, desserts, music by the Carl Johnson Trio, and a silent auction. Details: (970) 565-PETS/7387.
Monday, Aug. 3
Free Alive @ 25 class on Aug. 3 at Mancos High School for students who will be 15½ years old by Aug. 3. Once registration opens, register your student online at: https://aliveat25.us/co/course-info?course_id=9293.
Tuesday, Aug. 4
The Mesa Verde Back Country Horsemen hold its monthly meeting at the Elks, Colorado Highway 145, Cortez. Guest speaker is from Piñon Project. Purchase dinner at 6:15 p.m.; the meeting starts at 7 p.m.
Friday, Aug. 7
George Geer Memorial Burn-off contest at Angel’s Endzone at 5:30 p.m., in conjunction with registration from the George Geer Memorial Car Show. The entry fee is $25, and trophies will be awarded. Details: Sandi at 560-2572.
Saturday, Aug. 8
39th Annual Escalante Days at Flanders Park in Dolores. Details: www.doloreschamber.com.
The 17th annual Escalante Days Mountain Bike Race in Dolores. Register at Active.com, or visit the Dolores Rotary page at www.clubrunner.ca/dolores.
The George Geer Memorial Car Show, hosted by Southwest Chapter 2 Blue Star Moms, is in Centennial Park at 10 a.m., with the awards ceremony at 3:30 p.m. and a cruise afterward. Registration: $25 at Angel’s Endzone on Friday, Aug. 7 at 5:30 p.m. or $35 on Saturday, Aug. 8 at 8 a.m. Details: Sandi at 560-2572.
Saturday, Aug. 15
First annual Mancos Brew Fest, noon to 8 p.m., Cottonwood Park.
Community Swap Meet, sponsored by Cortez Civitan, 8 a.m. to noon under the pig barn at Montezuma Counbty Fairgrounds. Space rental: $10. To RSVP, call Gayle 970-529-3747
Saturday, Sept. 19
Community Swap Meet, sponsored by Cortez Civitan, 8 a.m. to noon under the pig barn at Montezuma Counbty Fairgrounds. Space rental: $10. To RSVP, call Gayle 970-529-3747
November
Southwest Art League member Saralynn Risenhoover is a featured artist at the Cortez Recreation Center and lynn Risenhoover is a featured artist at the Cortez Library.
Monday-Friday
Free nondenominational silent meditation in the Johnson Building at 7 p.m., at 925 Broadway, No. 184. Call (970) 560-2822.
Mondays And Fridays
Cortez Public Library offers one-on-one computer and tech tutoring. Call 970-565-8117 or visit the library, 202 N. Park, to schedule an appointment.
Saturdays
The Cortez Farmers Market runs 7:30 a.m. until sellout through October in the County Courthouse parking lot at the of Main and Elm streets. Fruits and vegetables, baked goods, food and beverages, plants, crafts, story time and live music – all produced in Montezuma and Dolores counties.
First Monday
Southwest Center for Independence Second Chance Brain Injury group meets at noon at 2409 E. Empire, Cortez. Call Matthew, 570-8001.
Cortez Emblem Club No. 261 meets at 6:30 p.m. the first Monday every month at the Cortez Elks Lodge. More info: 565-2197.
First Tuesday
American Legion Ute Mountain Post 75 meets at 7 p.m. at the Legion Hall, 320 N. Harrison St. Call 565-8151.
Dolores Mountain Quilters meets 10 a.m. at the Dolores Community Center, 400 Riverside Ave. The program for Aug. 4 will be information to increase your knowledge of various “fancy” feet for your sewing machines. Guests and visitors welcome. Info: doloresmountainquilters.org or Sine Skags at 719-850-0923.
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.
First and Third Tuesday
Children Wanted! St. Paul’s Joyful Noise Children’s Choir meets 4 to -4:45 p.m. at Oak and Bauer. Learn traditional, upbeat songs children usually learn in Sunday school with piano, dulcimer, hand percussion, a few Orff instruments and some acting and dance moves. Free. All welcome, Ages K-5.
Second Tuesday
The Ute Mountain High School Rodeo Team meets the second Tuesday of every month at 6 p.m. in the outdoor arena at the fairgrounds. Contact Karen for information at 970-560-2657.
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. Bring your own needles and yarn if possible. To sign up or for info, visit www.mancoslibrary.org or call Kathy Graf at 970-565-7600 ext. 206 or email kgraf@mancoslibrary.org.
First Wednesday
Diabetes support group meets 3:30–5 p.m. in the Kiva Room at Southwest Memorial Hospital. Learn to manage diabetes; share ideas. Sessions are free and open to anyone with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes. Contact Laura White, RD, at 564-2276 for details.
First Thursday
Montezuma County Republican Central Committee meets at noon at Shiloh Steakhouse. Email Nicci Crowley at montezumagop@gmail.com or call 570-9372.
Bariatric Surgery Weight Loss Support Group meets at 5-6:30 p.m. in the Kiva room at Southwest Memorial Hospital. Share ideas and exchange information with others. Free. Call Registered Dietitian Laura White, at 564-2276.
The Montezuma County VFW Post 5231 meets at 7 p.m. at the Post home in Mancos.
First Friday
First Friday Leadership at First National Bank in Cortez, 8–9 a.m. Free. Coffee and doughnuts at 7:45 a.m. Call Dena, 565-3414.
Caregiver/Advocate support group for caregivers of any person with Alzheimer’s, dementia or any chronic illness at noon at Vista Mesa Assisted Living, 1206 N. Mildred, Cortez. Discuss options with other caregivers. Lunch provided. Info: Elaine at the Alzheimer’s Assoc., 259-0122
Second Tuesday
The Ute Mountain High School Rodeo Team meets the second Tuesday of every month at 6 p.m. in the outdoor arena at the fairgrounds. Contact Karen for information at 970-560-2657.
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.
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 area history is welcome.
The Southwest Art League meets the second Tuesday of every month. For information and summer locations, call 970-882-4770.
Second Wednesday
Montezuma County Hospital District monthly board of directors meeting in the Kiva Room at Southwest Memorial hospital from 6 to 8 p.m. The public is welcome. Information: 564-2146.
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
The Cortez Area Chamber of Commerce’s Business After Hours at various locations, 5–7 p.m. Call 565-3414.
The Southwest Woodworkers Guild meets at 7 p.m. at various locations. Woodworkers welcome, beginner to expert. Call Rick, 533-7180.
Montezuma County Republican Women meet at noon at Shiloh Steakhouse at Veach and Main streets. 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 Friday
Teen Nights at the Mancos Public Library, every third Friday from 7-10 p.m. during the school year. Games on Wii, PS4, Xbox One and snacks too.
Third Saturday
Christian Motorcycle Association – Cortez Chapter holds its 8 a.m. breakfast, 9 a.m. chapter meeting and 10 a.m. ride (weather permitting). At Jack & Janelle’s, 801 E. Main St. Call chapter president Steve Reed at 970-565-7233. No motorcycle required.
Third Wednesday
The Cortez Area Chamber of Commerce Luncheon is noon at Shiloh Steakhouse. Call 565-3414.
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.
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.
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 Wednesday
Bereavement Support Group for anyone dealing with a sudden, accidental, suicidal or traumatic death event at 5:15 p.m. Hospice of Montezuma, 1345 S. Broadway, Cortez. Info: 565-4400.
Last Thursday
The Mancos Public Library Board of Trustees meets at 5 p.m. in the library meeting room, 211 W. First St. Info: 533-7600.
Every Monday
The Four Corners Community Band meets 7-9 p.m. at the First Baptist Church in Cortez at the corner of Market and North Street. New members welcome. Call Fawn at 882-2522 or visit www.fourcornerscommunityband.com.
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.
Free medical care, Tuesday 1 – 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.
“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.
Life Drawing, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Cortez Cultural Center 25 N. Market St. Bring your own drawing materials. Easels and models provided. Ages 18 and older. No instructor; $5 fee. Info: 970-565-1151, ext.10 and cortezculturalcenter.org.
Every Wednesday
GOAL Academy/Rocky Mountain Digital Academy, a free, accredited online high school, is enrolling for upcoming school year (now through Sept. 10th) and informational sessions every Wednesday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at its new location at 215 N. Linden St. Suite D. Details: 970-213-0923 or www.goalac.org.
Sitting in the quiet, meditation, contemplation, centering prayer – 12:15 – 12:45 p.m., St. Barnabas Church, 110 W. North St. Details: 565-7865.
Yoga Flow with Lily, 9:30-11 a.m. at the Grange. Call 847-819-2039.
Bible studies at Chapel on the Farm, 6 p.m. 19927 Road 26.2 Loop, Dolores. 903-6153
Every Thursday
Weekly weigh-ins available with the Waist Management Group, 4:40 to 5:30 p.m., 343 E. Main St., Suite 300, Cortez. Free. Info: Berta at 565-9515 or 739-6014 after 4:30 p.m.
Country music and dancing for residents at the Cortez Senior Center, 7–10 p.m.
Overcomers Outreach bridges the gap between 12-step recovery groups and churches of all denominations. Christ-centered and Bible-based. Evangel Assembly of God, 209 W. 5th St., Cortez. 6:30 p.m. Call James, 303-519-7523.
Elks Bingo. New hours, beginning at 7 p.m. Come eat, play and visit.
“Summer Breeze” Bible study “Why I Believe,” 6-7:30 p.m., July 9 - Aug. 13, Montezuma Valley Presbyterian Church, 350 S. Washington St., Cortez, CO 81321. Details: 970-565-7024.
“Superheroes Continued ...” is the July theme of the Raising Readers Storytime at the Cortez Public Library, located at 202 N. Park St., at 10:30 a.m. Older children are welcome at 11:15 a.m. for a craft. The library offers a Storytime at the Cortez Farmers Market on Saturdays at 9:30 a.m., weather permitting. Details: 970-565-8117.
Every Friday
Little Legs Adventures, for toddlers and preschoolers, at Denny Lake in Cortez at 10-11 a.m. on July 24, 31 and Aug. 7. Kids will learn about local critters, explore the natural world, read related books and have fun with friends. Pre-registration is encouraged. Details: Email gabi@sjma.org or call 759-1170.
TOPS (Take off Pounds Sensibly) meets at 11:30 a.m. in the Community Room at the Cortez Public Library.
“Bereavement & Caregiver Support Group, 1 p.m. Hospice of Montezuma. Call Sunny for information and location. 565-4400.
