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Durango Motorless Transit sponsors a group trail run on the Sale Barn trail at 6 p.m. Interested runners should meet at the trailhead near Dietz Market. 385-2664 for details.

Lee Bartley and Bob Nunam perform at Christina's Grill and Bar, 21382 US Hwy. 160 W., from 5:30-9 p.m. 382-3844 for details.

Music in the Mountains presents a rare pairing of Anne-Marie McDermott, pianist, and Philippe Quint, violinist, in a chamber music concert at 7 p.m. at the Purgatory Village Tent. Visit www.musicinthemountains.com for details.

Pongas, 121 E. Eighth St., hosts a singles, 8-ball pool tournament at 7 p.m. 382-8554.

Music in the Mountains hosts the last of the Next Generation concerts by Conservatory Young Artists at 7:30 p.m. at the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College. Visit www.musicinthemountains.com for details.

Cloud Nine brings its blend of organic hip-hop, soul, house and drum n' bass to the Abbey Theatre, 128 E. College, at 8:30 p.m. 385-1711 for details.

Beer Bingo takes place at Lady Falconburgh's, 640 Main Ave., at 9 p.m. 382-9664 for details.

The Chris Mul`E9 Band , featuring the lead singer from the New Orleans' band Solfiya, plays funk and rock at Storyville, 1150 Main Ave., at 9:30 p.m. 259-1475 for details.

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Durango Nature Studies hosts the "Magical Nature Days" Day Camp for 6- & 7-year-olds. Kids will learn about nature through games, crafts and outdoor exploration and can sign up for one, two or three days. 382-9244 to register.

Steve & Amy VanBuskirk play folk and rock from 5-7 p.m. for Music on Main, a weekly concert at 8th Street and Main. The performance is put on by the City of Durango and is free to the public. 385-2850 for details.

The final Durango Gallery Summer Art Walk takes place from 5-9 p.m. Sponsored by the Durango Gallery Association, the event includes receptions at numerous downtown galleries. 247-2003 for details.

The Dean Murphy Band plays blues, jazz and rock at El Patio, 600 Main Ave., from 5-9 p.m.

Christina's Grill and Bar, 21382 US Hwy. 160 W., hosts music from Tim Guidotti (patio) and Lacey Black (lounge) at 5:30 p.m. 382-3844 for details.

Music in the Mountains hosts the last of the Next Generation concerts by Conservatory Young Artists at 7:30 p.m. at Roshong Recital Hall at Fort Lewis College. Visit www.musicinthemountains.com for details.

Fresh Ground plays local funk/rock at the Summit, 600 Main Ave., at 9:30 p.m. 247-2324 for details.

A DJ spins a hip-hop mix at Solid Muldoon's, 117 W. College, at 9 p.m.. 247-9151 for details.

Ralph Dinosaur and the Fabulous Volcanoes return to Scoot n Blues, 800 Main Ave., with an 8 p.m. show. Local singer-songwriter Terry Rickard plays at 5 p.m. 259-1400 for details.

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The Durango Farmers Market , a community-based organization of local agriculturalists and artisans, gathers in the First National Bank of Durango parking lot, 259 W. 9th St., from 8 a.m.-noon. 946-5269 for details.

Durango Nature Studies presents a Mushroom Identification Workshop with Page Lindsey, local mushroom expert and FLC professor. The program includes a 90-minute classroom session and mountain field trip. 382-9244 to register.

Durango Parks and Recreation hosts the Tiny Tot and Ironkid Triathlon at 9 a.m. The race is for children ages 2-14 and begins and ends at the Durango Community Recreation Center. 375-7310 for details.

Music in the Mountains presents a performance by the youngest violinists in the Conservatory Suzuki Institute at 11 a.m. at the Roshong Recital Hall at Fort Lewis College. Visit www.musicinthemountains.com for details.

Age Art and Spirit Mountain , 93 W. Mill St. in Bayfield, hosts an open house from noon to 4 p.m. featuring local artists Dale Sundblom and Juanita Melendez. 884-5005 for details.

Music in the Mountains presents a performance by the Festival Orchestra , featuring Philippe Quint, at 5 p.m. at the Purgatory Village Tent. Visit www.musicinthemountains.com for details. 4

Wines of the San Juan, located 10 miles below Navajo Lake, hosts "Fiddle Music and Wine" from 5-9 p.m. The no-cover event features music from the Desert Skies Fiddle Band and Foxfire Bluegrass. (505) 632-0879 for details.

The Dean Murphy Band plays blues, jazz and rock at El Patio, 600 Main Ave., from 5-9 p.m.

Christina's Grill and Bar, 21382 US Hwy. 160 W., hosts music from Greg Ryder (patio) and Mark Curran (lounge) at 5:30 p.m. 382-3844 for details.

The Joyce Simpson Quartet and special guest Nate Mayfield perform a benefit at the Dolores River Brewery at 6:30 p.m. The concert benefits the Medicine Horse Center, a therapeutic riding program in Bayfield. 749-1266 for details.

The monthly Contra Dance takes place at the VFW Hall, 1515 Main Ave., with music from the Grand Junction band Fifth Reel. Beginner instruction takes place at 7 p.m. with dancing at 7:30 p.m. 259-6820 for details.

A DJ spins a hip-hop mix at Solid Muldoon's, 117 W. College, at 9 p.m. 247-9151 for details.

Steamworks, 801 E. Second Ave., hosts "Back to the Beat" with DJs El Beau and B-Well spinning music for Ladies Night at 10:30 p.m. 259-9200 for details.

Studio 3 , featuring Mario Dobbs, plays rock and blues at Scoot n Blues, 800 Main Ave., at 8 p.m. 259-1400 for details.

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Christina's Grill and Bar, 21382 US Hwy. 160 W., hosts music from Terry Rickard (patio) and Holly Hieronymous (lounge) at 10 a.m. 382-3844 for details.

Operation Healthy Communities celebrates 10 years with a Croquet and Garden Party at the Smiley Building, 1309 E. Third Ave., from 2-6 p.m. Admission includes food, live music, door prizes, croquet and a cash bar. 382-0585 for details.

Music in the Mountains presents the festival finale with a performance by the Festival Orchestra, featuring Anne-Marie McDermott, at 5 p.m. at the Purgatory Village Tent. Visit www.musicinthemountains.com for details.

Pongas hosts free pool after 6 p.m. at 121 W. 8th St. 382-8554 for details.

The Blue Moon Ramblers play bluegrass at the Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave., from 7-10 p.m. 375-7150 for details.

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Drawing on Your Dreams , a group exploring dreams through art and discussion, meets from 7-8 p.m. every Monday through Aug. 9 at 204 W. 22nd St. 259-9636 for details.

Swing Shift plays melodic and lyrical jazz standards at the Cyprus Caf`E9, 725 E. Second Ave., from 6-9 p.m. 385-6884 for details.

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The monthly Business Women's Network takes place at 5:30 p.m. at Crazy Horse International Salon, 141 E. 14th St. The event is sponsored by the Women's Resource Center. 247-1242 for details.

The Jeff Solon Jazz Group plays on the patio at the Cyprus Caf`E9, 725 E. Second Ave., from 6-9 p.m. 385-6884 for details.

Acclaimed Irish band Solas plays its combination of traditional and modern Celtic at the Abbey Theatre, 128 E. College Ave. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. 385-1711 for details.

Tuesday Trivia takes place at Lady Falconburgh's, 640 Main Ave., at 8 p.m. 382-9664 for details.

Solid Muldoon's, 117 W. College, hosts College Night with a DJ spinning hip-hop. 247-9151 for details.

Scoot n Blues, 900 Main Ave., presents King Karaoke with Steve Kahler beginning at 8 p.m. 259-1400 for details.

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The La Plata County Girls Coalition hosts an informational and organizational meeting at 10:30 a.m. at the Durango Fire and Rescue Authority in Bodo Park. The coalition is intended to strengthen and improve the lives of local middle school girls. Lunch will be provided. 884-9216 to register.

The Women's Reading Circle meets at the Rochester Hotel, 726 E. Second Ave., to discuss The Life of Pi at 5:30 p.m. Anyone interested in discussing the book is invited. 259-9442 for details.

The Southwest Colorado Smart Energy Alliance (SWCSEA) will hold its monthly meeting from 5:30 7 p.m. at the Durango City Hall, 949 E. Second Ave., in the City Council Chambers. 259-8090 for details.

The Jeff Solon Jazz Group plays on the patio at the Cyprus Caf`E9, 725 E. Second Ave., from 6-9 p.m. 385-6884 for details.

The Wild Horse Saloon, 601 E. Second Ave., hosts a live DJ with no cover. 375-2568 for details.

Scoot n Blues, 900 Main Ave., hosts Bike Night , a Durango Harley Davidson event. 259-1400 for details.

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The Abbey Theatre, 128 E. College, screens "Control Room," a film by Egyptian-American 4 filmmakers Jehane Noujaim. "Control Room" offers a fascinating glimpse inside the inner workings of Arab broadcaster Al-Jazeera during the recent war in Iraq. The film documents Al-Jazeera's presentation of the second Iraq war, and in so doing calls into question many of the prevailing images and positions offered up by the U.S. news media. Showtimes vary. For more information, call 385-1711.

The Durango Arts Center, 802 E. Second Ave., hosts the exhibit "Next Wave" through Aug. 28. The show features the work three Durango artiststhe acrylic paintings of Monica Goldsmith, oils and acrylics from painter Barbara Heinrich and photographs by Tony Schweikle. An opening reception for this group exhibit takes place Aug. 6 from 5-7 p.m. Meanwhile, "The Book Unbound Redux" exhibit shows upstairs through Aug. 28. 259-2606 for details.

The Open Shutter Gallery, 755 E. Second Ave., presents "Seduced by Color," an exhibit featuring the work of New York photographer Pete Turner. Turner is noted for his instantly recognizable work that uses saturated color as a graphic element. He has won numerous awards including "Professional Photographer of the Year 2000" and was listed as one of the 20 Most Influential Photographers. The exhibit will be on display through Sept. 22. 382-8355 for details.

The Ellis Crane Gallery, 131 E. Eighth St., presents "Alchemy of Change," a two-person show of new work by Karyn Gabaldon and Angus Macpherson. The exhibit runs Aug. 6-25 with an opening reception Friday, Aug. 6, at 5 p.m. 382-9855 for details.

The Diamond Circle Melodrama , 699 Main Ave., celebrates its 43rd season withthe productions of "Under the Gaslight," a 19th century tale of an interrupted engagement, and "Hazel Kirke," a family drama set in Scotland. "Under the Gaslight" shows on odd-numbered dates and"Hazel Kirke" shows on even-numbered dates. Both shows are followed by a Vaudeville Revue with singing, dancing and slapstick. The melodrama shows at 7:45 p.m. and is closed Sundays. 247-3400 for details.

The Children's Museum, 802 E. Second Ave., presents "Nature and Me" an exhibit about the indigenous trees in the area. Included in the exhibit will be a puppet tree house, forest campsite, mini forest, bugs that help and hurt trees, video information about the effects of the Missionary Ridge Fire, a walk, and more. 259-9234 for details.

The Durango Public Library will offer "Frommer's Irreverent Guide to Manhattan, 5th Edition" as August's eBook of the Month. The book will be available to library patrons through Aug. 31. For more information, visit www.netlibrary.com.

The Adaptive Sports Association offers new summer recreational activities for people with disabilities . They include trips to Mesa Verde, explorations of the Animas Forks ghost town, ropes courses and overnight camping. ASA will continue to provide flatwater canoeing and kayaking, fishing, biking and other activities. 259-0374 for details.

The Center of Southwest Studies presents the exhibits "Today's Navajo Weavers," "A Stirring Story: Navajo and Pueblo Spoons" and "Presence with Abandonment." "Today's Navajo Weavers" features the work of nearly 40 Navajo weavers. "A Stirring Story" is a traveling exhibit from the Wheelwright Museum of the American Indian and features Navajo and Pueblo spoons and other flatware. "Presence within Abandonment: Photography, Archaeology and Western Historic Sites" is a photographic exhibit by Thomas Carr. 247-7494 for details.

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The San Juan Mountains Association sponsors a free tour of the Missionary Ridge burned area on Aug. 13.

Nosotros brings its Latin dance sounds back to the Abbey Theatre on Aug. 13.

Lunar Gravy , improvisational rock band from Mt. Shasta, plays Aug. 13 atStoryville.

Silverton hosts the annual Hardrocker's Holidays Mining Competitions on Aug. 13-15.

The Durango Public Library will hold public planning sessions on what the community would like to see offered over the next five years at two times on Aug. 14.

The 2004 FEM 10K Run/Walk Race , a women-only event, takes place Aug. 14 at the Durango Sports Club.

"Hike, Lunch and Wine with a Llama" takes place Aug. 14 at Durango Mountain Resort.

The 11th annual Main Avenue Arts Festival takes place downtown on Aug. 14-15.

The DSCPA brings BeauSoleil back to Durango with an Aug. 17 show at the Abbey Theatre.

The FLC Community Concert Hall will host a free talk by Jerri Nielson on August 19. Nielson made headlines during her battle to survive cancer while living at the South Pole.

The first annual Summer Music Festival takes place Aug. 21 & 22 at the La Plata County Fairgrounds, featuring headliners the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band.

Abbey hosts Tony Trischka Band What: A show by the renowned banjo master Where: The Abbey Theatre, 128 E. College When: Friday, Aug. 6. Doors open at 8:30 p.m. Banjo master and innovator Tony Trischka stops over in Durango this Friday. Along with his band, Trischka will take the stage at the Abbey Theatre on Aug. 6. Trischka is widely recognized as one of the world's most innovative banjo players. Throughout his 30-year career, he has explored a wide variety of genres commonly considered off-limits for the banjo. It all got started with the release of his debut album "Bluegrass Light" in 1973. The recording fused bluegrass, jazz, rock and classical music, and for the first time, banjos, fiddles and mandolins were hanging out with saxes, electric guitars and synthesizers. Perhaps the great praise for Trischka comes from another bender of the banjo genre, B`E9la Fleck. "Tony was ahead of his time," Fleck said. "My springboard was Tony Trischka, and without Tony, none of what's happened with my music would have happened." Long after that debut album, Trischka has continued to push the limits of the medium, and he has done it on stage and in the studio with the likes of Fleck, David Grisman, the Violent Femmes, members of REM, William S. Burroughs and Leftover Salmon. Rolling Stone magazine wrote, "Tony Trischka shows a conceptual daring that goes well beyond hot licks." Trischka is currently accompanied by Michael Amendola on sax, Bob Bowen on bass, Scott Neumann on drums and Rolf Sturm on guitar. He says that the combination is working. "This is the first time I've reached into other areas to find musicians. These guys excite me and give me a brand new slant on my tunes." Doors open for the Tony Trischka Band at 8:30 p.m. For more information, call the Abbey Theatre at 385-1711.

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A personal take on the Missionary Ridge Fire What: A book signing with local author Bob Thompson Where: Maria's Bookshop, 960 Main Ave. When: Thursday, Aug. 5, at 6 p.m. As the Missionary Ridge fire moved in on Vallecito two summers ago, local author Bob Thompson chose to stay and defend his home rather than evacuate. Thompson recently published a book on this experience, and this Thursday he will sign copies of Fire Story Vallecito Burning: A Personal Account of the 2002 Missionary Ridge Fire at Maria's Bookshop. The book is a compilation of personal stories, eyewitness accounts, community interaction, and photographs taken by the author, both aerial and on the ground. Thompson openly defines the book as a personal rendering of the 2002 fires. He notes that the book contains "startling revelations" that all is not well with Forest Service fire fighting practices. He also comments that Fire Story is a tale of the Vallecito community working together. Thompson is a semi-retired professor of geology and life sciences and has spent his summers at his home in the Vallecito Valley since 1990. He is also a licensed pilot and hang-gliding champion and many of Fire Story's photographs were taken from an aerial view. The booksigning runs from 6 to 7 p.m. and is free to the public. Books will be available for purchase and signing. For more information, call Maria's at 247-1438.

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Cerulean City comes to Durango What: A concert by the jazz-funk band from Brooklyn Where: Steamworks, 801 E. Second Ave. When: Friday, August 6 at 9:30 p.m. Funk and jazz straight from Brooklyn, N.Y., rolls back into Durango this Friday, when Cerulean City (pronounced SIR-OOL-IAN) returns to the stage at Steamworks. The four-piece funk and jazz band formed in Brooklyn in 2003. Now calling Ithaca, N.Y., its home, Cerulean City includes Christian Smith, Kevin O'Brien and Lars Burggren. The trio, which consists of guitar, bass and drums, has earned a strong reputation for outstanding, wide-open live shows. Cerulean City also recently released its debut CD, "Trio Grande," an effort jambase.com likens to what Aquarium Rescue Unit may have sounded like without the influence of Col. Bruce Hampton. Cosimo Giovine, of Jammed Online Magazine , wrote, "Cerulean City, although not yet fully appreciated and celebrated in the pages and minds of the jam band community, has managed to create a CD that unites the jazz-funk-rock genre with a classic sound with staying power." Above all else, the band is known for its live performances of an altogether original sound. Chris Pacetta, of Kindweb.com, called Cerulean City "a band that is a true amalgamation of jazz, funk, rock and groove. Born of a philosophy of melody over self-indulgence, they play to satiate the crowd, not their egos." The Durango audience will have an opportunity to experience Cerulean City this Friday at 9:30 p.m. For more information, call Steamworks at 259-9200.

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