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The Fort Lewis College Foundation hosts the 11th annual TLC for FLC fund-raiser at the Red Snapper Restaurant, 144 E. Ninth St., with seatings at 5 & 8 p.m. There will also be an auction at Toh-Atin Gallery, 145 W. Ninth St., which opens at 4:30 p.m. 247-7121 for details.

Local singer-songwriter Greg Ryder plays a free show at the Diamond Belle, 699 Main Ave., at 5:30 p.m. 375-7150.

Maria's Bookshop, 960 Main Ave., hosts a 6 p.m. talk and book signing with best-selling local author David Petersen for his new book On the Wild Edge: In Search of a Natural Life. Petersen captures the beauty and capriciousness of nature in this reflective memoir. 247-1438 for details.

Durango Motorless Transit hosts a group trail run on Lion's Den and the College Loop at 6 p.m. Meet at the trailhead at Chapman Hill. 385-2664 for details.

The Outdoor Pursuits program sponsors a slide show and fund-raiser by former Fort Lewis College student Andy Sovick at 7 p.m. in FLC's Noble Hall 125. The presentation, "Walking Home on the Continental Divide: A Journey for the Understanding of Wilderness and Solace From the Death of a Friend," chronicles his journey on skis and on foot from the Fort Lewis campus to his home in Fort Collins during May of 2004. The event is a fundraiser for Big City Mountaineers. 247-7293 for details.

The annual Miller Poetry Slam takes place at 7 p.m. in the Miller Middle School Commons. This year's theme is "'60s - Slammin' for Peace" and both students and teachers will read their poetry.

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

Scoot 'n Blues, 900 Main Ave., hosts its Third annual Music Talent Search, at 8 p.m. The event takes place every Thursday for two months with the winners taking home a recording session and cash prizes. 259-1400 for details.

Durango Joe's, 732 E. College, hosts Open Mic Night from 8:30-11 p.m. Sign-ups for music and poetry begin at 8:30 p.m. 375-2121 for details.

DJ Stephen and DJ Jonzy spin music for '80s Night at the Lost Dog, 1150 Main Ave., at 9 p.m. 259-0430 for details.

Wolf at the Door plays country and rock for Ladies Night at the Wild Horse Saloon, 601 E. Second Ave. 375-2568.

Brethren Fast, revved up funkabilly from Denver, returns to Steamworks, 801 E. Second Ave., for Pint Night at 10 p.m. 259-9200 for details.

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Lasso Tobacco Coalition, a tobacco prevention and education community group, meets at 11:30 a.m.at San Juan Basin Health Department, 281 Sawyer Drive. A focus of the meeting will be the current Clean Indoor Air legislation. 247-5702 x227 for details.

The Center of Southwest Studies hosts a grand opening for the exhibit "Circle of Spirit: Navajo and Tibetan Wisdom for Living" from noon-6 p.m. The event begins at noon with an outdoor concert by Travis Terry, a native flutist from the Pima Nation. At 1 p.m., a poetry reading will occur. Librarian and Associate Professor Elayne Walstedter will read Navajo children's stories at 2 p.m. A reception in the gallery will take place from 4-6 p.m. 247-7456 for details.

The 3rd Ave Dance Co. presents an outreach performance of "Dancing Through the Decades" for grades 3-8 at The Smiley Theatre, 1309 E. Third Ave., at 1:15 p.m. The 50-minute program is a narrated dance production that leads the audience through the history of dance in the 20th Century in America. 259-4122 for details.

The annual Diva Evening extravaganza, a fund-raiser for the Durango Friends of the Arts, takes place at the Durango Arts Center, 802 E. Second Ave. The event sold out last year with nearly 200 women in attendance and includes cocktails, dinner, and entertainment by the Kavanagh sistersand Ralph Dinosaur.259-8778 for details.

The 4th annual Durango Nature Studies Earth Day Celebration and auction takes place at 6 p.m. at Bistro JP, 701 E. Second Ave. The event will feature live and silent auctions, a performance by the Durango Children's Chorale, and beer, wine and fine food. 382-9244 for details.

Singer-songwriter Tim Sullivan plays a free acoustic show at the Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave., at 7 p.m. 375-7150 for details.

The Fryday Band plays dance music at Christina's Grill & Bar, 21382 U.S. Hwy. 160 W., at 7 p.m. 382-3844 for details.

The Fort Lewis College volleyball team hosts its second "Dancin' With Pep" fund-raiser, a dance party in memory of former Fort Lewis coach and professor, Carol "Peppy" Seale, from 7:30-10:30 p.m. in Whalen Gymnasium. 247-7062 for details.

Tony Rio and Voodoo Chile return to Scoot 'n Blues, 900 Main Ave., with shows at 5:30 & 8 p.m. 259-1400 for details.

Special guest The Tablist spins music for mountaintop hip hop night at the Lost Dog, 1150 Main Ave., at 9 p.m. 259-0430 for details.

Felonious Groove Foundation, one of New Mexico's favorite funk groups, plays the Summit, 600 Main Ave., at 10 p.m. 247-2324 for details.

The Break Mechanics, the hip-hop, jazz band that was forced to cancel its April 8 show, plays the Abbey Theatre, 128 E. College, at 10:30 p.m. 385-1711 for details.

Eta-Carinae, an alternative/punk band from Denver, plays Steamworks, 801 E. Second Ave., at 10:30 p.m. 259-9200 for details.

Largo plays country and rock at the Wild Horse Saloon, 601 E. Second Ave. 375-2568 for details.

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The 3rd annual Animas Valley Children's Fair takes place from 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. at 110 E. South St. in Bayfield. The fair will have activities, games and entertainment for children and their families as well as entertainment from the Catch It Quick Juggling Co. and the Excel Steel Pan Band. 884-3259 for details.

The 2nd annual Aerobic Super Jam takes place from 9:30-11:30 a.m. at the Durango Recreation Center, 2700 Main Ave. Instructors will offer a sampler of different workouts for participants. 375-7300 for details.

The Children's Museum, 802 E. Second Ave., presents a puppet show by the Library Puppeteers at 10 a.m. to celebrate the addition of a puppet exhibit. 259-9234 for details.

The Skyhawk cross country team holds the "Fastest 5K in the West" at 10 a.m. on the track of Skyhawk Stadium. This race is the third in a four-race series to raise money for cross country scholarships. 385-5521 for details.

Ska Brewing offers a free beer-making class from noon-2 p.m. at the Ska Tasting Room, 545 Turner Dr. The class covers malt-extract brewing and all-grain brewing. 247-5792 for details.

Singer-songwriter Tim Sullivan plays a free acoustic show at the Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave., at 7 p.m. 375-7150 for details.

The DSCPA presents a show by legendary singer-songwriter Steve Forbert at 7:30 p.m. at the Diamond Circle Theatre, 699 Main Ave. 247-8060 for details.

Durango Dot Comedy serves up a menu show, where the audience picks the actors and the acts, at the Durango Arts Center, 802 E. Second Ave. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. 259-6004 for details.

Paul Galaxy and the Galactix play a 1950s beach party at Scoot 'n Blues, 900 Main Ave., at 8 p.m. 259-1400 for details.

The 8th Avenue Tavern hosts karaoke from 8 p.m.-2 a.m. at 509 E. 8th Ave. 259-8801 for details.

DJ Elbeau and special guest Fat Pee mix a groovin' set of funky house music at the Lost Dog, 1150 Main Ave., at 9 p.m. 259-0430 for details.

Nosotros, the Latin dance band from Albuquerque, returns to Durango with a10 p.m. show at the Abbey Theatre, 128 E. College. 385-1711 for details.

m.theory brings its funk, rock and jazz back to the Summit, 600 Main Ave., at 10 p.m. 247-2324 for details.

Liquid Cheese, the nine-piece ska, funk, punk, rock band from El Paso, plays Steamworks, 801 E. Second Ave., at 10 p.m. 259-9200 for details.

Largo plays an encore show at the Wild Horse Saloon, 601 E. Second Ave. 375-2568 for details. 4

Prom 'til Dawn 2005, "Mardi Gras Fun!," takes place midnight until 5 a.m. at the Durango Recreation Center, 2700 Main Ave. Four hundred students are expected to attend the after-prom party, which is an alternative to the usual after prom parties. 259-1630 ext. 2217 for details.

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Silverton Mountain hosts the World Championship Steak Cook-off. Amateur and professional chefs will compete for the honor of "World's Best Steak" beginning at 2 p.m. Judging takes place at 3 p.m. 387-5706 for details.

The Community Concert Hall presents a tribute to an American art form, "BREAK! The Urban Funk Spectacular," at 4 p.m. The performance features a cast of some of New York's top dancers and traces the history of Hip Hop dancing throughout the last 30 years. 247-7657 for details.

Jeff Strahan plays solo blues and rock at Scoot 'n Blues, 900 Main Ave., from 6-9 p.m. 259-1400 for details.

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

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

The 8th Avenue Tavern hosts karaoke from 8 p.m.-2 a.m. at 509 E. 8th Ave. 259-8801 for details.

DJ Fat Pee mixes house music at the Lost Dog, 1150 Main Ave., at 9 p.m. 259-0430 for details.

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Terry Rickard plays classic rock in the lounge at the Lost Dog, 1150 Main Ave., at 5 p.m. 259-0430 for details.

Travis Book and Anders Beck, of the Broke Mountain Bluegrass Band, play a free show at the Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave., at 5:30 p.m. 375-7150 for details.

A discussion group for singles (37-65yo) based on John Gray's book Mars & Venus on a Date meets from 7-8:30p.m. at Tatanka Lodge. 259-6510 for details.

Singer-songwriter Tim Guidotti plays a free acoustic show at the Office Spiritorium, 699 Main Ave., at7 p.m. 375-7260.

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La Plata Open Space Conservancy sponsors a seminar, "Conservation Easements: Playing by the Rules," from 8 a.m. until noon at the Durango Recreation Center, 2700 Main Ave. The session will focus on how to give conservation easements that will protect land forever and help families plan for the future. 259-3415 to register.

The Jeff Strahan Duo plays a free show at the Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave., at 5:30 p.m. 375-7150 for details.

Singer-songwriter Tim Sullivan plays a free acoustic show at the Office Spiritorium, 699 Main Ave., at7 p.m. 375-7260 for details.

Fort Lewis College's Video Production and Advanced Video Production classes present an evening of student films at the Abbey Theatre, 128 E. College, at 8 p.m. Screenings include, "Infinite Regression," a feature length film, as well asfiction and documentary shorts. 385-1711 for details.

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

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 Southwest Colorado Renewable Energy Society (SWCRES) holds its quarterly general membership meeting from 5:30 - 7 p.m. at the Durango City Hall, 949 E. Second Ave. People interested in energy efficiency and clean and nonpolluting energy sources are encouraged to attend. 259-8090 for details.

Local singer-songwriter Greg Ryder plays a free show at the Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave., at 5:30 p.m. 375-7150 for details.

Singer-songwriter Terry Rickard plays a free acoustic show at the Office Spiritorium, 699 Main Ave., at7 p.m. 375-7260 for details.

Formula 151 plays Scoot 'n Blues, 900 Main Ave., at 8 p.m. 259-1400 for details.

Joel's, 119 W. 8th St., hosts "Underground Lounge" with DJ Claytanik spinning music for Ladies Night. 385-0430 for details.

DJ Irah plays a varietal blend of beats at the Lost Dog, 1150 Main Ave., at 9 p.m. 259-0430 for details.

Nucleus, a jam band from Arcata, Calif., plays the Summit, 600 Main Ave., at 9:30 p.m. 247-2324 for details.

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The Center of Southwest Studies presents "Circle of Spirit: Navajo and Tibetan Wisdom for Living" beginning April 22. The new exhibit was produced by the Center of Southwest Studies' Exhibition Committee in conjunction with Peter Gold, author of Circle of the Spirit: Navajo and Tibetan Sacred Wisdom, and other project partners. 247-7456 for details.

The 2005 Durango Home & Ranch Show takes place April 23 & 24 at the La Plata County Fairgrounds. More than 100 vendors will exhibit products for home building and decorating. Snacks and lunch items will be available, and Jeff Solon will perform jazz on April 24. Show hours are 8 a.m.-6 p.m. and all gate proceeds will be donated to The Community Foundation.

The Abbey Theatre, 128 E. College, continues to screen the Academy Award Nominee for Best Foreign Film, "The Chorus." The film is a tale of a masterful teacher who put his heart into his work and changed the lives of his students forever. Set in 1940s rural France, at a school for poor boys who are delinquent or orphaned, the story captures a crucial moment in the lives of the boys involved. "The Chorus" shows most evenings at 3:45, 6 & 8:10 p.m. 385-1711 for details.

"Creativity Festivity 2005 - Imagine If " runs through April 29. The districtwide, inter-disciplinary event features visual arts, music, dance, theater, poetry and writing compiled from area school art classes. DAC is also hosting an exhibit of new work by Los Angeles photographer Mike Slack through April 30. 259-2606 for details.

The work of Santa Fe photographer Tony Stromberg returns to the Open Shutter Gallery, 755 East Second Ave. The exhibit, "Spirit," will show through June 15. For two decades, Stromberg made his mark as an advertising photographer. A move to fine art photography five years ago and a love for horses has produced images that depict the strength and majesty of wild horses. 382-8355 for details.

Durango BMX, located off Camino del Rio just south of Handlebar Cycles, hosts gates practices every Thursday from 5:30 p.m. to dusk and races every Sunday with sign-ups from 1-2 p.m. Both events are weather permitting. For more information on clinics, schedule changes and news, log onto www.durangobmx.com.

Karyn Gabaldon Fine Arts, 680 Main Ave. "on the corner," presents an exhibit entitled, "Art of Wine." The exhibit features works by Maureen May, Karen Pittman, Bryan Saren, Laurel Vogl, Nancy Richmond, Judy Morgan, Karyn Gabaldon and John White and shows through April 25. 247-9018 for details.

The Children's Museum of Durango, 802 E. Second Ave., presents its new exhibit, "Playing to Learn: Learning to Play." The show explores the importance of play for children with the illusions area, swinging and tumbling, shopping in the grocery store, the water environment, a special toddler room and creating art and crafts. Middle and high school Science Fair Projects will also be on display at the museum through May 7. During the month of April, the museum will offer workshops on Bongo drums, Kenyan Kigogo game, Guro animal masks, Zimbabwe bead bracelets and African coiled baskets. Workshops do not require pre-registration.259-9234 for details.

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"An evening with Bruce Hornsby," a sold-out solo concert performance at the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College, is scheduled for April 28.

Pediatric Associates of Durango will offer a free infant massage class on April 28.

Fort Lewis College will host its Spring Commencement Ceremonies on April 30 and more than 585 students are expected to comprise the college's 42nd baccalaureate class.

The Durango Foundation for Educational Excellence will hold "The Biggest Yard Sale Ever" on April 30 & May 1 at Waterfall Ranch. The event includes bargains, food and a performance by the Excel Steel Pan band.

"Splash!," an evening of water-related music from the Mancos Valley Chorus will be featured May 6 and 7 at Mancos' United Methodist Church.

The 11th annual Cinco de Mayo Fiesta takes place on May 7 at Santa Rita Park and a parallel celebration is scheduled for May 6 in Bayfield.

The incomparable Willie Nelson will perform at FLC's Whalen Gymnasium on May 10.

A local chapter of Amnesty International will hold its first meeting on May 12.

A reunion of Telluride refugees now living in Durango is scheduled for May 12 at the Palace. The theme is "Come as you were."

The Durango Choral Society will perform Argentine composer Ariel Ramirez' "Missa Criolla" for the 12th annual Animas Music on May 12 at the FLC Community Concert Hall.

The Durango Chamber of Commerce and the City of Durango sponsor Clean Day on May 20 in an effort to spruce up downtown before the summer season.

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Earthrise celebrates Earth Day What: A gathering in celebration of the earth Where: The Earthrise Community, 1304 Florida Road When: Saturday, April 23, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Durangoans have a chance to celebrate the spring weather and the 35th anniversary of Earth Day this Saturday at the Earthrise Community. The gathering is planned in part to bring awareness to the possibilities of building affordable housing with sustainable, community-oriented designs and building materials. The Earthrise organization is preparing to break ground on a development of clustered, high-density homes this summer. The gathering is also a celebration of the Earth, including entertainment, kids activities and food and refreshments. At the gathering, groups tabling for the cause include the San Juan Citizens Alliance; the Fort Lewis College Environmental Center; Animas Conservancy; Sunland Renewable Energy, an energy-efficiency and solar-thermal business; Cocina Linda; Durango Natural Foods; and JJ's lemonade. Joaquin Karcher, a green-building architect and designer of Earthrise, from Taos, N.M., will give a lecture on the fundamental features of green building and design at 1 p.m. Karcher, who has 20 years of international green building experience, will explain ways to design homes that reduce heating and energy bills. While showing examples of recently built green homes, Karcher will teach about the costs and concerns associated with the building style. The compressed earth block design already in use at Earthrise is just one example of how green building breaks the conventional molds of modern-day construction. Music and dancing also will highlight the event. The Matahala Moondancers, a belly dancing group, and the Dances for Universal Peace will both take the stage. Those playing music at the event include rock funk band Formula 151, and jam band Solar Bear. Plus, there will be activities for kids, entertainment from the Catch it Quick Jugglers, craft projects and a drum circle. Parking on site will be limited, and in the spirit of the celebration, people are encouraged to take the bus, carpool, bike or walk to Earthrise. For more information on the event, call 259-9488 or 259-6818.

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A Day of Hope and Healing What: A celebration and shopping on behalf of sexual assault survivors Where: Carver Brewing Co., 1022 Main Ave., and businesses throughout town When: Friday, April 22, with dinner between 5-8 p.m. and shopping all day In need of some guilt-free shopping or a great food celebration to usher in spring and support a local cause? The Sexual Assault Services Organization, in celebration of April's Sexual Awareness Month and Victims' Rights Week is bringing "A Day of Hope and Healing," a day of pain-free shopping and eating for the benefit of survivor services. SASO is an agency that supports survivors of sexual assault and works toward ending sexual assault by raising awareness and support throughout the community. "This is a great way to involve the community in this very important issue and show support for survivors," said Program Coordinater Claire Ninde. As part of the awareness campaign, SASO will be the beneficiary of a portion of proceeds at the Carver Brewing Co. this Friday. A portion of Carvers' all-day sales will go to SASO, and 100 percent of money from dinner specials will be donated to the organization. In addition, SASO will have a celebration at Carvers from 5-8 p.m. and will award the winners of the Survivor Poetry Contest at that time. Along with dinner, numerous downtown Durango businesses have agreed to donate a portion of their April 22 sales to SASO. These businesses include: Animas Trading Company, The Bottom Drawer, Giddy-Up 409, Karen Gabaldon Gallery, Lemon Head Salon & Boutique, Nature's Oasis, Steaming Bean Coffee, Brown's Sport Shoe, Gardenswartz Outdoors, Hummingbird Herbals, Kid's Rock, Mini Skirts, Spaaah Shop, and Urban Homestead. For more information on SASO or the event, call 259-3074 or log onto www.durangosaso.org.

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